This is my very first NYX haul! I was so excited to try these lippies out when I got them.  I originally ordered 6 NYX lippies but forgot to take a picture of the other one (it's in a separate image below). Here they are!



From the left: NYX Megashine Lipgloss in Sunrise, Megashine Lipgloss in Silver Plum, NYX Round lipstick in Tea Rose, Doll and Topaz.

So excited to share this with you girls.  I've been wanting to do makeup for my friends and I finally had the chance to do a makeover for them.  My friends called me and asked to do their makeup for Stream's (cebu) Fashion-ish Christmas Party held at Waterfront Cebu and I was so happy that they did.

I went to Robinson's Place here in Cebu last week, and had no plans on buying any makeup.  My husband and I were just window shopping and decided to visit the Perfect Savers shop.  (it's a store that sells imported products)  We went in particulary for the chocolates, and found the LA Colors products by accident since it was right beside the cashier. I couldn't resist and had to buy one...lol.

I bought my Maybelline Watershine lipstick in B22 a week ago.  Maybelline cosmetics is on sale for 30% off.  Got mine at SM City Cebu.

Retail price: Php 299.00 sale price Php 209.00

This is actually my second tube of watershine lipstick. The first one I had was in "natural" which was already discontinued.  The B22 was the closest color I could get. I am a fan of nude lippies that's why I like this stuff.

What I like about it...
* inexpensive
* very creamy and easy to apply
* doesn't dry out my lips, it's very moisturizing
* it has no scent
* pretty aqua blue packaging

What I don't like...
* doesn't last long
* not so pigmented
* I have to keep reapplying

My Rating : 4 / 5

I actually use this more as a "lip balm" or "lip gloss" and not a lipstick.  It's not that pigmented and you'll really have to use several layers to get some color.  I love to use this after I apply my matte lipstick. That way, my lips don't feel dry.  If you're looking for color and staying power I won't recommend this. Otherwise, go get it.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

Christmas is coming and I know you will be invited to a lot of Christmas party engagements.  So, I though of doing a subtle smokey eye look which doesn't look too dramatic.  I will be using 3 eyeshadow colors to make it easier for you.  This look is inspired by my favorite beauty guru xteener.

Before putting on any makeup, make sure to
moisturize,
put on foundation,
conceal any dark spots, pimples, blemishes and etc.
and lock it with a loose powder.


Don't forget to fill your brows. After I filled my brows with either brown or black eyeshadow , I applied a brow gel to groom it in place. In this case I'm using the elf eyebrow gel. (see image above)
 

Before applying your eyeshadow, prime your lids using an eye primer OR use your preferred light cream eyeshadow base. In this case I'm using ELF studio line eye primer. Apply all over your lid using either a concealer brush or your fingers.

Use a fluffy eyeshadow brush and dip it on to a matte white eyeshadow. Pat on your brow bone and also near the tear duct area. I'm using L.A. Colors Eyeshadow Trio in White Ice.


Fill the inner half of your eyelid with a non-shimmery white eyeliner, I'm using a matte white eyeliner from Fashion 21.  I applied a shimmery white eyeshadow from my Maybelline palette over the white eyeliner. This will help your white eyeshadow become more vivid.


Using an eyeshadow brush, pack the outer half of your lid with a matte black eyeshadow and blend it upwards slightly above your crease and into the white eyeshadow using a blending brush. I'm using the Everbilena single eyeshadow in Cleo.

Using my fluffy blending brush, I applied a dark brown (burgundy-ish) color from my Maybelline palette slightly above the crease area to give the smokey look a warm touch.


Using my crease brush, I applied a matte black eyeshadow on the outer corner which is also the outer "V" of my eye to give more definition.  It really depends on you on how dark you wanted it to be.  I used my blending brush to soften the harsh edges.

The key in creating a smokey eye is to always BLEND BLEND BLEND !

I applied the elf cream eyeliner on the upper lash line and applied a black eyeshadow on the outer part of my lower lash line (you can use any black eyeliner you have). Then I lined the remaining part of my lower lash line with the matte white eyeshadow. I used a dark brown eyeliner pencil to line my waterline.

Use your eyelash curler to curl your lashes and then apply black waterproof mascara to both the upper and lower lashes.


You are now done with your eye makeup.

TIPS:
When putting on your blush color, remember to use a matte blush-on if your eyes are already shimmery.
(it is best to use one shimmer at a time, it is not advisable to use shimmery makeup all over your face)
On the lips, I prefer to use nude lipstick colors, since I already have a dark eyeshadow color.  This way you'll look classy and sexy.

Have fun girls!

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

I finally decided to try out G-lish products by Patrick Rosas. This cosmetic line is only available in Manila, good thing they have a website which takes orders online http://www.g-lish.net/.

I read a post from Shopcoholic's blog about G-lish and made me curious about their products.  I browsed through their website and found a 7-pc Brush set which really caught my eye.  I bought a 7-pc brush set, a bronzer, and a mini gloss trio.  They have a flat shipping rate of Php 80.00 which is great.


Here's a Quick review on the G-lish products I bought.

What I like about it...
* inexpensive
* cute design
* very handy, about 3-4 inches in length (it's more like a travel brush set)
* the eye & lip brushes where very soft
* the lip brush had a cover which transforms into a longer handle

What I don't like...
* Both the blush brush and powder brush were stiff

My Rating : 3 / 5

What I like about it...
* inexpensive
* cute design
* it can also be used as a shimmery eyeshadow

What I don't like...
* it's powdery or chalky
* it's not pigmented if used as an eyeshadow (needs an eye primer for colors to show)

What I like about it...
* inexpensive
* I get to try 3 gloss shades
* smells good

What I don't like...
* it was too sticky
* the colors barely showed
* the gloss lip brush easily breaks

My Rating : 3 / 5



To put it simply, I wasn't impressed.
I felt like wasted my money on these. (sigh)
Maybe I was just expecting too much of the product, and as you can tell it was a big let down. Oh well, that's why product reviews are here...lol

I hope you all had a fulfilling Sunday.

EDIT:  Just received another set of mini lip gloss trio from G-lish today (Dec 2, 2010). They sent me another set since all lip brushes from the trio I bough were detached.
I'm so glad they replaced it for free... Yeepee... Thanks G-lish.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

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I bought this product in black shade about 3 days ago and have been using it since then.

What I like about it...
* inexpensive
* cute packaging
* it comes with a free angled brush which makes it easier to use
* glides easily
* didn't smudge even though I tried to rub it hard with my fingers
* I also tried putting water on it, still didn't smudge
* dries really fast after application
* it did not flake
* I wore it for more than 8 hours and it still looks perfect. ( I have dry skin / lids, so it works for me. I'm not sure if it lasts longer if you have oily lids. You may need an eye primer prior to application.)

What I don't like...
* I had to use an eye makeup remover to remove it, but I don't really mind.
* I don't know if the product will dry up fast in the pot since I've only had this for a few days.  I will definitely keep an eye on this and will give you an update as to how long it lasted.

Update March 16, 2011: It's been four months and my cream eyeliner is still okay, but I noticed that it's starting to dry out... will continue to observe this.

My Rating: 4 / 5

DIRECTIONS from box:
Dip a thin brush into the formula, swirl around gently until brush is saturated with color. Swipe off any excess formula on top edge of the pot. Trace a line along the top lash line from the inner corner towards the outer corner of the eye. If desired, apply on lower lash line as well.

I'm not sure if I will repurchase this, since it will take a while to finish the whole pot. I will probably try the Maybelline Eyestudio Lasting Drama Gel eyeliner in Black since I've read good reviews about it.  Don't get me wrong though, I absolutely love this cream eye liner. I just wanted to try other gel liners so that I can compare the products.

If you're annoyed with having racoon eyes because of your typical pencil eyeliner or liquid eyeliner, a smudge proof cream eyeliner is your solution. In addition to that, you don't have to keep re-applying like you always do with your usual eyeliner.

By the way, I heard that this cream eyeliner still smudges on people with oily lids. So if you have really oily lids, I suggest you skip it.

I hope this gave you an idea gurls...

Cheerios!
***Hollie***