The thing about online shopping: Haul from Innisfreeworld.com

Did you know that Innisfree's Official Online Store offers free shipping for your first order? YES, THEY SHIP TO NEW ZEALAND. No, I was not sponsored.

My sister ordered a huge order from them, and I was looking at her parcel with google-ly eyes. I decided to subscribe to them since they offer loads of the "buy one,free one" offer.

Then they had cushion day (50% off all their cushions), and I went with a purchase. Because I'd always wanted to try one! Cushions currently has a huge cult following in Asia and are generally expensive.

My purchase included:

1. No sebum mineral ( 5g ) ~ NZD $9.38
2. Water Glow Cushion  ( 15 g ) ~ NZD $16.07
3. Long Wear Cushion Refill ( 15 g ) ~ NZD $9.38
4. Eco Magic Puff ~  NZD $3.35

Total : NZD $ 38.18 (Free shipping yas!)

I received a mini Green Tea Skincare Kit for finishing one of the newbie how-to guide.

I ordered on 8th April and received it on and 14th April via EMS shipping (with tracking number).

I received it on time for Graduation and used the cushion for my makeup during the ceremony. Will do a review about it new week.

My verdict : I am very satisfied with my purchase. My sister had something (the ecobag and one of her masks) that was out of stock, the customer service was quick to deal it in an appropriate way. She got sent it around 2 weeks later. Plus, they have loads of deals if you are keen on buying Innisfree products and might retail for a cheaper price (compared to Ebay and other Korean Beauty sites).

xoxo.

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Singapore & Malaysian Haul!

Yes, I has been away for ages. Can't wait to share my haul with you all. I've been spending heaps on cosmetics while I was in Malaysia & Singapore.

xx

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Maybelline's Clear Smooth Shine-Free Clear B.B. Stick Review (01 Fresh)

I picked up this ages ago (2 years to be exact) at a department store back in Malaysia. Back then, I didn't even have any clue about make up!

Well, it's not available here. It retails at around MYR 20+, but I got it for around MYR18/19. They had 10% off on make up products while I was there. What a steal! What about converted to NZD? Don't even start - I'll probably blabber how Asia is the best place to buy anything....

Skin Clarifying Stick with Mineral Clay effectively and visibly clears away appearance of pores, skin impurities and absorbs excess sebum for a clearer healthy-looking skin. 

There are two shades available - 01 Fresh & 02 Natural

The 01 Fresh does gives a combination of ashy grey and yellow.

Here's a swatch.

Blended out, ashy yellow.

On my face. (Without setting spray, taken from natural light)

Coverage : Light to Medium

Brightens up the face, patchy on dry areas, covers up redness but does not cover any eye bags. 

Long-lastingness : 5+ hours

Not entirely shine-free, works best with a setting spray.

Scent : None

4/5 'cause accentuates the dry areas, works well on a daily basis.

I did a look with my Sleek palette and lipstick. I think it fared well.

What do you think?

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Etude House x Disney 's Minnie Wink Lash #01 Up Lash

I got the Minnie Wink Upper Lashes from my Sasa haul a while back. They cost USD $ 3.90, but retails for around NZD $10 on Ebay last I checked. :O 

The lashes came out from the Etude x Disney XOXO collection last year. 

They have the criss-cross pattern and are actually brown false eyelashes. 

It makes a huge difference having them on.

Here's a picture of the lashes on.

Side view.

Final verdict : Natural and cute lashes. Can be worn to achieve the droopy-eye effect. They're lightweight, easy to put on. The lash band is clear. Pretty flexible. I feel like it will get worn out easily. :| I like them! Would recommend them to a beginner!

XOXO

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Sleek MakeUp Haul

I did a lil Sleek MakeUp haul last month because I was looking around for a decent yet affordable eyeshadow palette. Picking up a few things on the way.

Products I've purchased :

 i-Dvine Storm Palette ~ USD $ 11.99

True Colour Lipstick in Loved Up ~ USD $ 7.49

True Colour Lipstick in Mulberry ~ USD $ 7.49

Blush in Rose Gold ~ USD $ 6.99

Shipping cost : USD $ 3.44

Ordred on : 18/7

Arrived a week after.

5/5

No complaints.

Everything arrived in one piece! 

Plus, it's good to know that they took the extra time with packaging.

Thank you, Martin from Sleek MakeUp!

FYI, I am well aware there are other NZ Beauty sites that sell Sleek MakeUp products but it is actually way, way cheaper to get them from their official site.

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Akdong Musician(AKMU) - 200% M/V

Have you check out korean siblings Akdong Musician(s)?

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My second Sasa.com Haul

Behold, my second purchase from Sasa.com! My order came up to around NZD $ 49.

  

<Insert an excuse here to justify my shopping habit>

Essential's Damage Care Rich Premier Hair Mask , 200 ml ~ USD $ 9.60

I've seen an advertorial on Xiaxue's blog and always wanted to try it out while I was back in Malaysia. It was only sold in Singapore tough. :( Then I got around to Sasa and decided to try it out! 

Lancome's Galaties Douceur Gentle Softening Cleansing Fluid , 50 ml ~ USD $ 4.80

This was a sample size and not for sale (written on the product). Thought it was worth the money. And besides, I was looking out for a make up remover.

Clinique's Superbalm moisturizing Gloss, 7 ml ~ USD $ 4.80

Sample size too. Reasonable price. Why not? Clinique products are too overpriced in NZ anyway.

Koji's Eyelash Fix , 7 g ~ USD $ 7.70

It came out with the Lash Concierge line and thought of trying this.

Koji's Dolly Wink Lower False Eyelash in #14 Natural Cute, 2 pairs ~ USD $ 13.50

A new one to add into my Dolly Wink False Eyelash collection. They're costing me a fortune. 

And that's all for my second haul. Til next time! 

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