:: NYX and REVLON mini haul::

NYX have a few new products and new shades in some of their product. I was delighted when i found out there is a new shade for their powder blush which is good for another additional shade to the family and lip pencil.

From left to right:
I've bought 3 lip pencils in 3 new shades which are Peekaboo Neutral, Nude Pink and Pale Pink.

And their new powder blush shade in 'Pinched'. NYX blushes are great deal and offer a very good option of shades and it's worth  to get  if need to compare to high-end brand. and i already own a few blushes from NYX and my faves are Natural (my HG~!!) and Angel;)
  

 

 

::NYX::

:: NYX Powder Blush 'Pinched'::

Honestly, the color is very pretty ..it's almost comparable to Nars Deep Throat or MAC Dainty mineralize blush.

It's corally-pink with a bit of shimmer.

:: NYX Lipliner Pencil::

 There are 7 new shades of lip liner and it's amazing how NYX is aware of the current color trend, most of the shades are in pink, neutral and nude tone. I grabbed this three shades since it would be suitable for neutral and pink l/s.

:: Swatches - Pinched, Peekaboo Neutral, Nude Pink & Pale Pink ::

::REVLON DAYDREAMER COLLECTION:: 

Limited Edition

Look's like Revlon is also starting to release their own brand of collection and and it shows that they are trying to competing with other high-end brands. i must say, their products are getting better and i gradually loving it. So, i was delighted when i saw this collection is available at the local drugstore, Guardian. I knew immediately i must get my hand on this collection;)

Unfortunately, not all the shades of the l/g and nail polish is available so I was kind of disappointed a bit but at least there is a shade that i want which is the l/g in 'Peach Petal' (fyi, only three shades available which are the other two are Firecracker and Coral Reef..i really want Lilac Pastel and Pink Pop). i kind of sad that i could not find 'Lilac Pastelle' and 'Gray Suede' nail polishes .

But fret not,  i found the Revlon Scents of Summer Nail Enamel in Gum Drop instead.Probably it would be the same colour version but the shade is lilac-purplish-with slight blue-gray hue and it's scented - smells like a bubblegum when it is dried and last for few days tho~ seriously. and i like it the fact that it smell different than normal scent of nail polishes. i am HAPPY alas!;) well, at least...

:: Peach Petal n Gum Drop ::

:: swatches of Peach Petal::

::Revlon Scents of Summer Nail Enamel in Gum Drop::

:: swatches - daylight and w/ flash::

*i paint it kinda ugly..so forgive me, i was too hasty so that's explain it is straying all over to the cuticle;p

The color is beautiful especially if u r lilac-lover but the downside of it is, i have to apply three coats to achieve that shade as seen in swatches. It's streaky and too sheer for the first two application and to get the pastel consistency, i have to apply at least three coats. 

till then,

xoxo

:: Sleek Storm Divine Palette & NYX Champange and Caviar swatches::

I've heard a lot of raves about Sleek eye palette and it is UK brand. So, MBS was running a spree for SleekMakeup and i took a chance to get one for myself. All the palette looks promising and nice but I had my eye glued to Storm Divine because it has better shades to offer and i like palette can give me better options if I'm about to use one..

::the ingredients::

 :: Sleek Storm i-Divine palette::

(i try my best to capture picture to show the true color and these are the closest one)

~Swatches~

  :: Finger swatch::

:: swatches according to the color order on the palette::

It's super pigmented (as can be seen on the pics) and I am in love with the palette. It's worth it!! I strongly recommend this palette!:) I bought this during spree for RM47.40..affordable, nuff said!

::NYX Champagne and Caviar ::

still remember this post?  which i had mentioned about the bestseller NYX 10 Color Eyeshadow palette which i want. well, i present to you that is the ONE that i am talking about! I am one happy girl that finally i can get my hand on this;)

Why it is the bestseller? See for yourself..

::under normal daylight::

:: with flash::

 ::the swatches  -according to the order of the palette::

this is the best palette if u want to get one from NYX..it's suitable for day look, night look, smokey, natural...shimmer or matte,all are in one palette! I grab this palette more often compare to the other three NYX palette that i already own..i really like this palette. I suggest using UDPP or primer to make the color stand out and lasts..

You can refer this post, if u want in an depth review by me about NYX 10 Eyeshadow palette;)

till then,

xoxo

:: NYX 10 Colour Eyeshadow and For Your Eyes Palettes swatches and reviews::

I received this palette end of October but i only can blog about it now since i managed to take pictures and do swatches last night. Ya, i know..i've been missing the whole November due to my job and my camera brokedown. like i said, i try my best to blog about my long overdue haul..

I bought three NYX eyeshadow palette which are:

• NYX 10 Colour Eyeshadow Palette  -  ROMANCE and JAZZ NIGHT
• NYX For Your Eyes Only - SMOKEY EYE

 

::My Haul! (Note: Heavy Pics!)::

My spree has arrived while i was in Kuching and i immediately get my haul from my friend once arrived home yesterday, my long awaited make-ups!!

::HAUL!::

yup, i know~ it's a lot! but not lot enough..haha;p

i'm spreeing on NYX, ELF and La Femme blushes.i'm adding another collection of NYX Round l/s and l/g. this is also the first attempt to try on ELF brand and i must say, i'm quite impressed of the quality especially ELF Studio line (despite the fact it is manufactured at China). Plus, i get La Femme blushes which profoundly have great reviews on the quality and its pigment.

here's the swatches and my personal reviews:

:: NYX Round Lipstick ::

NYX Round L/s : (in no particular order) Herades, Mars, Indian Pink, Jupiter, Orange Soda, Pumpkin Pie, B52and Tea Rose

:: Swatches ::

This time, i bought 8 colours of NYX Round lippies...i'm such a sucker for NYX lippies now.hahaha;D

My favourite from this haul are *Pumpkin Pie (mispelled in the pic), Orange Soda and Tea Rose. i like the rest as well and for such a cheap price, this l/s is great for its quality and collection to be used for different type of occasions and mood. My new lippies ranged from nude tone, pink tone, red-brownish tone and when i thought i already had enough, actually i don't..hahaha i'm opting for red and purple-ish pink on my next spree.

My advice, if u r a lippy addict (like moi~), getting a lot of lipstick at once and unsure when to use what - always use brush when applying the l/s if u want it to have a long life and for hygenic reason. if u apply the l/s directly on your lip or do swatches, always wipe the top with tissue when u're done. this is to prevent bacteria or whatever microorganism hibernating or 'make a home' at your lippies;)

:: NYX Round Lipgloss and Lip Slim Pencil ::

:: Swatches::

Not only that, i like NYX Round l/g as well, thus, i bought it again during the spree.
The l/g goes smooth on lip and making it looks full, creamy and watery, which i like which gives my lip sorta plump and healthy look. Besides, its rather cheap as well. i'm loving all the colours!!it looks great to be used on its own or on top of my lipstick , i'm liking it!!

NYX Slim Lip Pencil - i'm getting pink and coral tone where most of my lippies are from this tone. It goes smooth on the lip and doesn't appear strong/vivid on the lip once the lipstick is fading off. i'm saying yes to this product!;D

:: La Femme Rouge On Blush ::

i got two of these - Peach Sparkle and Coral Spice. La Femme blushes are highly rave and receive good reviews from many beauty addicts. The texture is super fine and the colour is very pigmented which i LIKE! especially Peach Sparkle. Just a swipe of a brush will gives ample colour and healthy blush on the cheeks and the colour is also buildable depending on your tone preferences. However, not too much tho if u don't want to end up like a clown or boiling-hot-tempered face;p

For me, it's worth to buy and delivers a very good quality~ thumbs up!!

:: Swatches ::

:: ELF ::

:: Swatches ::

ELF Hypershine l/g is also one of the lippes i'm getting from the spree. For me, it delivers a great finish on the lip and the colour appears great on the lip. Very glassy finish on the lip, a bit sticky and have a vanilla-caramel-almond taste which taste like an ice cream for me. Despite the great finish, it doesn't last long on the lip but yet, i still like it for casual outing.;D

I like how Fairy appears and turns out on the lip, although the colour on the website it looks like a clear gloss but once i received and swatch it on the lip, it looks shimmery pink-ish and pretty...i like it!!

and yes, i intends to get more colours from this set!;D

I love all of iiiiiiitttttt!! Especially how the colours turn out on my skin. ELF Studion Golden Bronzer is the bomb!! Just a perfect bronzed for my fair complexion -just a swipe will give a perfect bronze and me like it~!!!However, it is a bit powdery which i have to give a blow/tap on the brush before applying it on my face. Definitely will get this again once i'm done with this one;DD recommended for fair skin!

ELF Healty Glow Bronzing powder - this one is also great for that healthy glow which i'm using for highlighting (not for bronzing as the colour is bright and a bit shimmery). Again, it is a bit powdery as well. all i can say, i'm liking this one as well..great highlighter with a fine quality for a cheap price;D will getting this one again in the future as well;D

ELF Natural Radiance Blush - i like how the colours turn out on my skin. Suitable for everyday looks and the colour is buildable as well. However, it's not long-lasting and not that very pigmented but like i say, the colour is buildable. For me, it just too powdery and suitable for make up beginners and blushes to play with.

ELF Shimmering facial whip - initially i want to get this one to mix with my foundation for the healthy glow, eyeshadow base and shimmer on face. i haven't tried it yet but i will do a review on this later.

::ELF & Coastal Scents Brushes::

Above: ELF Studio; Powder Brush, Complexion brush, Angled Foundation brush

Below: ELF Blushing, Bronzing and Blending brush, ELF Lip Defining brush, & CS Angle Brow Define Brush

I lurveee ELF Studio brushes especially the Powder brush! It is soooooo soft~ i just love how it feels when it touches my skin, doesn't have that poking-feels on my face. Complexion brush is great for bronzing, but not for blush as it it rather big and kinda flat. Angled foundation brush, well this one is okay for applying foundation but it tends to leave a brush-streak marks on the face. this can be solve by blending where i'm using Powder brush to blend and it leaves a great coverage and almost silky finish. Remember, to achieve a smooth finish..always blend your make up especially for face. Just so you know, i already placed an order for Powder brush (again) and othe ElF Studion line brushes;p

ElF Blushing, Bronzing and Blending Brush - this one is not good as the bristle is quite hard (feels like broom bristle) and feels like poking my face whenever i use it on my face, thus, i barely use it unless i have to. It's similar to cheap brush out there and for me, it is worth to get ELF Studio line brush if u opt for cheaper brush but great quality. this brush might be suitable for make up beginner before investing on quality brushes.( i might pass this brush to my sister anyway~)

ELF Lip Defining Brush - so far, it works just fine for me..for now. Not much i can say, it does its job - smoothen the lipstick colour on lips and blends quite well.

CS Angle Brow Define Brush - the bristle is so smooth and it is tiny~ it is suitable for eyebrow and eyeliner as well. I like it~ multipurpose..hehehe

::See how soft and shiny Elf Studio bristles are compare to ordinary ElF brush::

::LIQUID EYELINER: NYX vs ELF::

:: Swatches ::

My attempts to find an eyeliner that serves a great 'black' colour and easy to use tip.

NYX Felt Tip Liner 'Extreme Black' - the tip is kinda firm brush and easy to draw line depending on the preference thickness. its say it helpful for those who is beginning to liquid eyeliner as the pencil casing shape works for handling. for me, i don't rili like it. maybe because it is my hand (hahaha~). i can't really draw a bold and straight line which sumtimes frustrate me. not only that. the colour is not that really 'black' compare to ELF Liquid eyeliner. i like Elf liquid eyeliner better because of the colour (first) and the tip brush is soft-yet-firm, easy to use and sorta waterproof (no smudges or fading for long-hours)

Last but not least,

:: Crazy Rumors Lip Balm ; Almond Fudge ::

I like this lip balm for its natural ingredients, great taste and how soft it makes my lip looks. i apply it when my lip feels dry and its hydrate and moist my lips instantly and it lasts quite long as well. i use before i go to bed and the next morning, i can see that my lip looks smooth and great for lipstick application at the next day. me like it~ will definitely get this one again!!

So babes, hopefully my reviews and swatches does help if u intends to purchase the product(s) in the future.

Note: This blog post is taking four days to be written. Thus, this gives me ample time to review and response to the products' quality. I give my best efforts and time to take pictures, give clear swatches, editing, raving my own personal reviews and time to blog for this haul. Thus, i will be very pleased if u oblige to my all rights reserved;D

till then,

xoxo

:: Lips to Cheeks Pt. 2::

as i promise, now i'm going to do bit reviews and swatches on NYX blushes that i owned at the moment.

there are 24 colours of NYX Powder Blush to choose from and i only have two in my hand which are natural and peach.what i love about NYX powder blush is the texture is fine and smooth and the colour is well pigmented. i love natural because it has a very soft pink blush which makes my cheek a natural flush of blush and great for everyday look. Peach is great for smokey look as the colour is coral-pinkish and suitable with a nude lipstick.

next is the NYX Rouge Cream blush which range from 10 shades and i only owned 'Glow' at the moment. i'm quite dissapointed with the shade since at the website the colour appears to be pink but when i received it, it's kinda red and not suitable for daily look. the colour also tends to appear strong. i normally used this blush as a base for my powder blush on certain occasion to make my blush long lasting. it's great to be used after foundation and before setting powder to enhance the glowing cheek. with this kind of blush, i use my ring finger and blends it on the apple of the cheek only. just a small dab is enough as the blush quite hard to blend and tends to give unnatural look if applied wrongly so be careful~;)

here u go..

above: NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Glow

Below: (L-R)NYX Powder Blush in Natural & Peach
*sorry for the bad pic quality *sigh*

Swatches:

i will definitely get more NYX blushes next time since there are a lot of colours to choose from and the quality is great.i'm planning to get these pretty babies: NYX Powder blush in Angel, Pinky,Nutmeg and Sand (work for contouring, i guess) and NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Rose Petal, Natural, Hot Pink and Golden. i am yet to try the mosaic powder blush tho~

stay tune for MAC blushes review and swatches (that i owned;d)~

till then,

xoxo

::Lips to the Cheeks Part 1::

i'm such a sucker when it comes to lipstick and blusher. i have this 'disorder' of collecting those eventhough i know i'm not going to use them all at once. but the feeling of having and collecting those make me feel like i have all the colour in the world, i can use different colours for different occasion and outing and yes, i feel satisfied having all of it without feeling guilty or wasted. i'm attracted to various colour spectrum where i easily fall in love with beautiful colours in which make up do offer that!
i've gotta admit that i almost become an addict especially to NYX lipsticks/lipglosses and blushes (any brand would do as long as the colour is 'perfect' to moi~). beforehand, what is NYX???

ABOUT NYX:
NYX originated and is headquartered in the heart of sunny Los Angeles. The cosmetics line was founded in 1999 by a young entrepreneur name Toni Ko. Ms. Ko has been involved in color
cosmetics since she was a teenager and has always desired to create and share a line of cosmetics that provided quality products at approachable prices.

NYX Cosmetics does just that! We offer the best quality of cosmetics at attractive prices. NYX cosmetics has become one of the fastest growing cosmetic companies in the United States.Our ultramodern and stylish packaging fused with highly pigmented and wide array of colors and products continues to catch the eyes of manysophisticated, trendy shoppers and has fast become a fave on their must-have list.

Our goal is to provide our clients with the best cosmetics and service in the field. Call us, fax us, or come visit us and let us know how we can help make you look more gorgeous as you celebrate ruling the town!

-quote from NYX website-
http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/top.php?m=3

not only that, NYX products are mostly name after Greek myths and even NYX itself means 'Greek goddess of the night; daughter of Chaos; counterpart of Roman Nox'. Greek mythologies mostly displayed grand characters of Greeks' Goddess and kinda famous for power, beauty and legend. and this line of brand really do standout just like its name.

simply say, it's a cosmetic brand that only exist at US and not available at Malaysia market and the price is much better and cheap (even cheaper compare to Silky Girl brand price). The quality is superb and worth the price.

and yes, i am collecting NYX Round Lipstick lately because there are many colours to choose from and the quality is way better as the texture is creamier, the colour is nice (if u make a good selection based on ur skintone),plus, it's quite cheap compare to local brand (it would cost u roughly RM10 -RM 11 for this type of lippies-depending on the seller quotation/price)

for me, after using NYX lippies, i just don't look at any other brand (unless the colour is tempting and nice).. for me, NYX way worth to buy although u have to long wait for it to arrive to Malaysia.

well, my advice incase u wish to try/buy NYX Round l/s, better google the swatches as the colour displayed at the web might not be accurate. it's better to see how the colour appears on the human skin rather than a white screen, dun ya tink so??meh~

where to get it?? well, u can try LowYat by joining the spree under Girl's Stuff (cosmetic) or simply search any seller who sell NYX brand. there are also few blogshop which i found sell this brand and the lippies. incase u still struggle on to get those, just lemme know~

here are some of NYX i owned (not much at the moment;p):

Above: NYX Round Lipstick (left torigh): Strawberry Milk, Summerlove, Circe, Darling, Thalia

Below: NYX Black Label Lipstick (left to right):

Heiress, Nude

Swatches:

::NYX Black Label Lipstick: Nude, Heiress::

::From left to right: (NYX Megashine L/g) French Kiss, Smokey Look, (NYX Round l/g) Pink Natural and Peach::

yup babes, this is such a long post but i still more NYX coming in, so wait for the reviews and swatches ya~ *wait for the Part.2 for the blushes reviews and swatches*

till then,

xoxo