The Thing About Cosmetics // FreshLook's Illuminate Rich Brown - Daily (from Getglasses.co.nz)

I did a GetGlasses.co.nz haul a while back and ordered these. 

These are only available in Asia. They don't seem to stock it in NZ.

Details:

The site wrote that it is produced by a company named Ciba Vision. Alcon was written on the box instead. Apparently these two company merged together. Yes, your girl googled it. Thank me later.

BC : 8.6

DIA : 13.8

Water content : 68%

It has 10 lenses within the small box (5 wears).

These are daily disposable lenses.

FreshLook's Illuminate Rich Brown's design is a pixelated, starburst pattern.

This is how it looks when worn on brown eyes. They are very natural-looking. It does not give an enlarging effect due to the absence of the limbal ring. I have no issues with putting them in and removing them. The softness of the lenses makes it easy to pop in their eyes.

Here is a closer look. This picture was taken 4 hours after spending time outside in the cold and inside a heated-insulated restaurant. My eyes did get irritable, and tad bit bloodshot (even my mascara was a mess). It doesn't bother me- my eyes get irritated if I have my clear contacts on for 4 hours too.

Rating : 

Conclusion : I will definitely repurchase them! Can't really fault them much. It does make your eyes slightly pop but it is subtle. Definitely naturally purrty. These lenses are highly recommended if you're new to the coloured lenses scene! However, if you are looking for something more dramatic, I reckon you should steer far away from them!

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The thing about Online Shopping : Trying out Getglasses.co.nz (Review)

Hey everyone! I've been away from the blog but I still do a tad bit of online shopping. I'll start with Getglasses.co.nz . I have not seen any reviews from them so decided to try them out! Going into this, I did not expect much from them due to their negative reviews I have read online. 

But it arrived in around 2-3 weeks.

Decent packaging. Within a box. Bubbly-wrapped.

I order two items which were:

• Freshlook Illuminate - Daillies Rich Brown [10 lenses] (NZD $12)
• Blincon Classic Quarterly Wear Amazing Brown [2 lenses] (NZD $ 16)

Standard Shipping costs NZD $ 5. They ship from Malaysia.

The total order came to NZD $ 33.

What I think : Totally check them out. They have various colored lenses you can choose from! I have seen these brands sold at optometrists shops in Malaysia. I have tried the Freshlook Rich Brown Dailles and can verify they are the real deal! If you are living in New Zealand, check this site out if you are keen to get contact lenses!

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First Sasa.com MiniHaul!

I'm back today with my first Sasa.com Haul! 

Sasa has physical stores around Asia but was originally from Hong Kong. They're pretty much an Asian Sephora that offers heaps of asian beauty products. I've bought some cheap-as-pretty nail polishes from their store at The Spring Mall back in Malaysia. 

They had the special free shipping above purchases USD $ 39 so I was like, why not? And they had better prices for some of the Dolly Wink eyelashes. That's much more reasonable than getting overpriced cosmetics here. PPssh.

Anyway, here's my purchase.

That's around NZD $ 48 which is pretty reasonable since they're probably be outrageously priced when they get here. I actually went to the asian beauty store at Church Corner and they had the same Dolly Wink eyelashes for NZD $ 25 each. :(

3/5/2014

Placed my order.

5/5/2014

Order was dispatched from Singapore.

14/5/2014

Arrived at NZ Post. Signature was required, but was not at home to collect it.

15/5/2014

Picked it up at the post office.

I couldn't help it. I had to unwrap it in my car.

Package was bubble-wrapped nicely and the box was filled with those plastic peanuts thingy. 

Here's my Mini Lash Haul! Shall review them soon!

Taken from Instagram @joanneeelim

My verdict :

My experience with Sasa.com was pleasant. Hassle-free. They have special free shipping offers from time to time, so that's good if you're from overseas! I'll probably recommend on doing smaller purchases if you do not want to get taxed because Sasa states the exact value of the package. 

I've already done my second order from them! Til then, I will be saving up until I get back to Malaysia and head to their physical store and go nuts!

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The thing about cosmetics : Missha Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF25 PA++ #23

I've been real busy with assignments and parties. But....I have been trying this BB Cream sample for a week.

You can definitely see a slight gray/pink undertone to it.

Shade #23 fits nearest to the color of my skin....for now. But my skintone is definitely pale yellow-ish. That's what I found out after putting on different types of BB Cream.

My neck is slightly pale-yellowish.

I attended a friend's 21st with this on. I look like this from afar though.

• It stays on for quite a long time, good oil control


• Buildable, medium to full coverage,


• Can be substituted for heavy foundation (just apply bronzer onto it, I don't have one -_- Probably should get one soon)


• Good for winter wear, my face seems moisturized?


• Don't really like the pink/gray undertone to it tough. What a pity. :(


• DOES NOT HAVE PARABENS (as said on site)

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The thing about cosmetics : BRTC Jasmine BB Cream

Say HELLO to my current favorite BB Cream - BRTC Jasmine Water BB Cream.

Did I mention that purple is my favourite color? ;)

Pretty classy packaging.

Let's take a look.

A dab on my hand.Blended out.

What the benefits the BB Cream gives:

• Strong moisture control for dry skin!


• Smooth fine lines and wrinkles


• Brighten dark and aged skin


• Skin irritation test completed


• Great for sensitive skin types


• Superior moisture and water retension

My honest take on it:

• Love the jasmine scent


• Feels light on my skin (not sticky at all)


• Medium coverage, can be build on


• Average-thick texture - it's not a bad thing really!


• Covers all my redness, natural finish


• Good oil control (for winter / rainy days)


• Blends well with my skin (I have fairer skin)


• Might a little bit pricey compared to other BB Creams - I don't mind paying for something more pricey. I don't want to wreck my face. :\

Taking half of a point off it just because ain't no way there is a perfect BB Cream.

Recommended for people with fair skin. Unless you don't mind having a dislocated head with you.

Your call really. :)

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The thing about cosmetics : It's Skin's Babyface Pure Lipstick

The other day, I came across It's Skin's Babyface products and decided to buy the lipstick and blusher (I saw less reviews about it so thought I should try out for myself!).

Cute packaging, eh? This is It's Skin's Babyface Pure Lipstick ( #09 Pink Beige).

Opening the lid.

A closer look at the lipstick - pink beige.

Above is a picture how my lips look with the lipstick. I bit my lip the other day. Hence, flaky-looking lipskin. :|

But you roughly get the idea of the color.

My take on the lipstick:

Color-wise : It's not too pink. Less intense, and looks like you have no lipstick on.

Feel-wise : Like a lip balm.

Smell : The peachy smell is not too overbearing. And I like it!

Long-lastingness : Might wear off easily. 2 hours at max. Moisturised for 3 hours.

Cost : US $ 7.60 (NZD 9.65) ea - Worth the money.

Recommended for people who are going for le natural look and don't mind to carry it around to re-apply. :D Like me!

Fair enough?

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The thing about cosmetics : Silky Girl Double Intense Black Gel Eyeliner (Review)

I usually don't glam myself up because of my lazy bottom. And I am not particularly a big fan of a fully make-up face, but that's just me. But I do think that make-up enhances one's beauty and highlights your face(literally!).

I bought Silky Girl Double Intense Gel Eyeliner a year ago in Malaysia(MYR19+?). I got them from Watsons in Malaysia.

The Silky Girl Double Intense Gel Eyeliner

The top lid has a built-in brush.

The volume was pretty good, but the downside was it is not smudgeproof. I smudged it (probably because of my oily skin, maybe?). I even tried waiting for the eyeliner to dry itself before blinking. But, my other friend used it and she turned out alright.

'Cause I don't bother to use it anymore, couldn't find a decent picture with it on. And it was mad-hard to wash off.

What I can conclude about Silky Girl Double Intense Gel Eyeliner:

• Not recommended for oily skin


• A cheaper alternative for people who have dry skin and are going for the volume


• If you do have the money, invest in an eyeliner that's more worthwhile

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