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Well.. it's kinda hard to describe myself with words. Let's just start it ^^. I am Alexis, 19, Sagittarius, living and working as an artist. That's all, I guess you can find out more about me on what I have said online. Have a nice day and thanks for reading. Hope you do enjoy the process.

Thursday 5 April 2012

Original

He says "If you gonna let yourself down, think of the others first"
That guy walks on the street, he thought what's wrong with the man
He is trying to hook on someone
But no one gonna do that with him because he is too bad to look...
And I thought "What the hell!?"
People, don't let the others get you fallen
I am an example if you wanna ask
And I am not going to show any mercy
I am just being myself (I don't care, say what you want, anything).
I am original.

The young lady, she's dressed so sexy
But how could she pretend like sexy?esaresezzw
Does she knows what's inside of her? (Ahahaha)
It is free that you can save to get a new bag
Dream and do what you dream of
Don't be afraid if you are going to be a star
Tell your mum you are not her pussycat doll... (Be original, be original)

I listen to the radio
I am not going say anything
I am keeping myself in peace (perhaps something more...)
You will know who I am
You will see what you can't copy
Save the tan sprays for a brighter day...

Today I am going to walk out with a brighter smile
A boy's dream can't be removed easily
I don't follow fashion, I don't care if you care.
I am just original
Yeah, I am just original (woo...)

Saturday 31 March 2012

Can You Feel Me?

Can you feel me?
Can you feel me?
Can you feel me?
Can you feel me?
Hey, why do you have to do that?
Hey, what makes you wanna do that?
Can't you just give me a moment?
A moment to confess
About everything we have did
It is so strong.

I, I feel like what you don't
And I, I just can't regret
Everything is so strong
Even your friends said it out
Wouldn't you pity me?
Like I did it.
Can you feel me?
Can you feel me?
Feel inside of me
Just fill me.

Love, what is that?
I can't question, nor do I can answer
The facts that are between us, so true, so oh
I just want you to kiss me again
Sometimes I miss the way you fingers linger on mine
What if I get to see you now?
Will you have to go?
I beg for your smile
For the last time (can you feel me?)
For the last time (can you feel me?)
For the last time (can you feel me?)
For the last time (can you feel me?)

Wednesday 28 March 2012

The Memories Never Lie

The Memories Never Lie

I said I am not good for you
And you thought that was a joke
We spent hours together
And what do I really want? I ask myself
I haven't seen you in days
It's like worst than a nightmare
I hope time doesn't make you forgetful
You are like my velvet sky.
I covered my body with the black sweater my mum bought for me
But this cold is from the inside and it is freezing me hell.
I never thought that I will be spending time with you in the bed again
I also never wanted anymore but your lips
I understand that you won't be missing me for a second again
But darling, the memories never lie.

The waitress hands in the coffee
It's not latte and I think that something could be better
I look at the wall, seeing into the pictures
Suddenly, found your traces. (Wooooo)
"Hey why do you have to leave me twice?"
I know that I will never ask that
But then after the coffee
You are opposite of me
You're saying "Hi". (Never Lie)
Why do my life can't be without your shadows?
Why, hey, tell me why (The memories never lie)
I don't want to be your victim so stop your banshee haunt

The secrets have been revealed and you know I am right
At least that's what I am thinking
I let you go cause I am sick of your dramas
"Hey gal, you're not my type." (The memories never lie, the memories never lie, gal you're not my type, the memories never lie.)

Tuesday 27 March 2012

So Far Experiences With Make Up

The Best of 'Face-Periences'


Branded: Diorskin Nude Liquid Foundation (pardon me if I got the wrong name, about RM140, good enough for dinners ONLY, avoid to apply more than a little bit or else you will look suck, nice result for nearly flawless skin), Make Up For Ever HD Liquid Foundation (So smooth and it's the best among the photoshooting type of foundations, RM135, available for all skin types and races, may be thick for daily wear, high coverage and long lasting... unless your skin is oily then it will only last about 7-8 hours maximum), Make Up For Ever Lift Liquid Foundation (RM140, available in many shades, provides moisture for dry mature skin, smooth, long lasting and high coverage yet looks very natural, instantly youth delivery! A little goes a long way, no concealer will be required), Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet Liquid Foundation (available in many shades, very long lasting and waterproof, matte effects, full coverage, can be worn and go under water without problems, RM135).

Affordable: L'Oreal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation (natural coverage, matches skin very well, it lasts about 8-10 hours on oily skin maximum, about RM65), L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Liquid Foundation (it only lasts 5 hours or more on dry skin, may be better on normal skin, smooth and nice coverage, just like BB Cream, RM60), Revlon Colourstay Liquid Foundation (RM65, thicker than other foundations but that's why it claims to be cable for 16 hours and comes with full coverage if more is applied, water resistant).

The Best of Powders


Branded: Make Up For Ever Matte Velvet 2 Way Foundation (RM140, not sure about the name, available in many shades, long lasting and perfectly made for oily skin, full coverage, smooth finishing), Shu Uemura Loose Powder (choose either light shimmery type or matte type, the smoothest texture you can find in the world, RM140, available in many shades and long lasting).

Affordable: Za True White 2 Way Foundation (RM37, very long lasting, more than full coverage suitable for all skin types, non drying, available for pale to medium skin tones, neither too pinkish nor too 'muddy', nice packaging by the way), Za Skin Beauty 2 Way Foundation (RM37, very long lasting, suitable for oilier skin, controls oil very well and delivers semi matte look, good coverage, not too pinkish for pale to darker skin, nice packaging), Revlon Loose Powder (forgot the name, comes in pinkish translucent shade and light beige shade, thicker than others but it means that a very little goes a long lasting and set your make up matte all day long, about RM60, comes in very big packaging).

The Best of 'Eye Do'


Branded: Make Up For Ever Aqua Eye Liner (available in 25 shades if I am not mistaken, nearly RM100 each, super waterproof, perfect pigments, can be worn as eyeshadow if used probably), Make Up For Ever Aqua Eye Liquid Eyeliner (available in smokey black and other shades, waterproof, about RM110 if I am not mistaken, can be quite challenging for beginners to use).

Affordable: Kji Liquid Eyeliner (water resistant, dries up in 10 seconds, easy application, about RM40, slim brush for easy application), Majolica Majorca Jewelled Kohl Pencil (almost RM30, easy application, sweat resistant, very minimal fade off, available in many shades, mostly with shimmery, smooth texture and it also means to be used up very quickly), Maybelline Eye Studio Gel-Cream Eyeliner (in black or brown or limited edition- blue, RM40, may fades a little bit after some time but still worth it, comes with a good quality slim eyeliner brush which allows eyeliner to be applied smoothly and easily, good for beginners and cat eye lovers).


The Best of Shadows...


Branded: Make Up For Ever (available in all kind of texture, the best shadows on the market, from RM80 something to RM90 something, non fading, very very pigmented), Make Up For Ever Star Powder (available in many shades, very pigmented, loose eyeshadow type, about RM100 each, very long lasting and perfect!).

Affordable: Inglot (similar with MAC but better quality perhaps, slightly cheaper than MAC, pigmented, not sure if it is long lasting but definitely a good try), The Balm (available in nearly 30 shades, pigmented, RM65 each if I am not mistaken, may be long lasting), The Balm Overshadow (loose type eyeshadow, available in 4 shades, very pigmented and attractive packaging and names, not sure if it is long lasting but I bet it is), Rimmel (available in single mousse type-under RM20 and palette type- over RM20, pigmented, long lasting, best if applied with fingertips, sweat resistant).


The Best of 'Kiss Mama'


Branded: Dior Lip Addict Lipstick (pigmented and glossy texture, about RM100, available in many shades, such texture type lipstick usually... less lasting, nice in both live and photos), Make Up For Ever (comes in several type of textures, available in many shades, very long lasting and waterproof type is available, highly pigmented), Dior Lip Addict Lipgloss (better than average, I don't really think it's long lasting, nice shades anyway, available in many shades, about RM100, nice packaging), MAC lip liner (comes in several types, comes in many shades and very creative packaging, not sure if it is long lasting, no idea about the price, smooth to go on the lips).

Affordable: Rimmel London Show Off Lipstick (may be slightly dry so lip balm is needed, comes in many shades, mostly brown based which means more natural shades, nice texture and coverage, long lasting than average lipsticks, about RM30 and very nice packaging), Revlon Colourburst Lipstick (highly pigmented, about RM40, available in a few shades, nice true red anyway, long lasting and perfect for night looks), Rimmel London Lipliner (very waterproof, the 'nude' is the best sharp pink lipliner I ever used, very long lasting, it is pigmented enough to be used as lipstick, about RM25 only, comes in several shades, may be a problem when it comes to removal), Revlon Colourburst Lipgloss (about RM35, comes in several shades, pigmented and can be used alone, not sure if it is long lasting or moisturizing).


The Best of Mascara (My Favourite Part!)


Branded: Make Up For Ever Smokey Eyes (really smokey look and waterproof... if I am not mistaken, over RM100), Diorshow (or snow, I don't really remember, it fallens lashes but lengthens lashes a lot, not long lasting anyway, good for night looks, about RM100), MAC Zoom Fast Black Lashes (not waterproof, not sure about the price, should be about RM60, nice and really black eyelashes! Makes me look like a doll but it fallens very quickly).

Affordable: Maybelline Volume Express Hypercurl (available in Black and Black Brown, about RM36, lasts about 3-4 months after first application, lasts all day and holds curl well, fair lengthening and volumizing), Maybelline Volume Express Cat Eyes (available in Feline Black, clumps a little bit but makes you look like you are wearing false eyelashes! Super lengthening and fair volumizing and dramatic cat eyes look. The best mascara I ever used. About RM38).


The Best of Face Primers


Branded: Dior (no idea about the name, comes in pinkish liquid, easy application and fairer and glamous look after application, no idea about the lasting effects and the price), Make Up For Ever HD (comes in several shades to suit all shades, can be blended for perfect shade, about RM160 I guess, makes skin glows and problems are less noticeable), Shu Uemura Mousse Base (forgot the name, about RM130 if I am not mistaken, dewy result, super long lasting oil control).

Affordable: L'Oreal Paris White Perfect BB Cream (RM50, dewy dewy~, available in only pinkish brown very fair shade, suitable for less yellowish skin, moisturize skin and last about 5-7 hours on oily skin, brightens and conceals skin immediately for no make-up make up).


The Best of Eyebrow


Branded: Make Up For Ever (Smooth and easy application, available in several shades, about RM70, long lasting, waterproof type is available too).

Affordable: Rimmel (water resistant, no fades off, last all day long, available in only dark brown and brown in Malaysia, can be applied as eyeliner easily).


The Best 'Shades Remover'


Branded: Make Up For Ever (available in several types, removes make up easily and restores moisture instantly, even very waterproof mascaras are no enemies!).

Affordable: L'Oreal Gentle Eye And Lip Make Up Remover (about RM20, comes in 125ml, removes waterproof make up instantly, leaves skin oil less and clean), Hada Labo (available in oil and water based, RM50 and RM40, removes make up easily on 'dry' skin, oil based removed waterproof mascara easily but may be harder to remover very waterproof type like Maybelline at once, however quite moisturizing).


The Best of 'Facial Shade-ME!!'


Branded: Make Up For Ever (professional made shades, RM140 for highlighting and shading powder in 1 case, smooth and no make up finishing), Dior blusher and bronzer and highlighter (no idea about the prices, good quality, more is needed to be applied for noticeable result, smooth finishing result), Anna Sui (good pink blushes and cute vintage packaging, no idea about the lasting effects and the price).

Affordable: Revlon Blusher (available in several matte shades, natural finishing, about RM40 each, no idea if it is long lasting or not), Etude House Contour Maker and Blush Highlighting Palette (affordable, cute and natural finishing, very kawaii~~ packaging, long lasting and natural and smooth), The Balm Hot Mama (a good contour maker, can be quite messy if a lot are applied at once, RM65, nice packaging, natural and long lasting finishing).

Artistry Loose Powder in Fair








This time I gonna show everything about the product that I review- Artistry Loose Powder in Fair. The shade is a little bit pinkish but not too visible. It leaves skin satiny feeling, so smooth to touch and yet affordable (about RM90) and long lasting. A tube can last at least half year if used daily because the powder is super fine and a little goes a long way. You may choose other shades but I am not sure about that because this is not my belonging. It belongs to my mum and I used it once and like it very much. If I am not mistaken, Artistry is an American Brand which exists for many years. The products are very fine and affordable (between drugstore and branded prices).

Monday 26 March 2012

Nivea Extra Whitening Deodorant Roll-On

The Star: Nivea Extra Whitening Deodorant Roll-On.
Effects: 48 Hours Cell Repair for Extra Fair And Smooth Skin.

Seriously, this is just like the other usual deodorant care products you can easily find at almost every shop. It doesn't deliver 48 hours long lasting effects, not even 12 hours I bet. Maybe about 6-8 hours maximum? I chose this that time because I realize that my underarms are 'yellowish', I am not sure if you got my meaning. It's like uneven skin tone. However, this helps to reduce the 'content' of my sweats. I am not sure if it controls the smelly smell from the underarms. It doesn't whiten my skin even after months of using. Overall, this is quite affordable, often comes in twin packaging about RM10 or slightly more. I did hope this will work like the body milk which is super effective but... hmmm........ it smells good anyway and easy to be applied.

Thursday 22 March 2012

Nothing, Just A Trick


You treated me so kind, like no one else
You made me feel alright, but that’s just beginning
And then you blew, oh… everything into sand
I wished I could understand, what tricks you were playing
So I wouldn’t be fooled.
Now I wake up in the morning, thinking you
But you are nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
But you are nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
Then I hated romance, everything seemed suck to me
I wonder if I am well.

I wonder if it’s true while I was praying, regretting, forgetting
Everything that just happened, they seem to last forever
I see the holes in my heart, so slowly get back to what it was
Spending time with no one else, see the shadows of you.
You touched me so slowly, and now I bet that was wrong
If you’re not made for me, then you’re nothing, just a trick.

Walking on the street, thought of you, how we did that in the bar
I used to think that, I should go, just to see if I see you
I see illusions of me and you
Then now I know what’s true.
Again I am treated like a fool, but you’re nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
Nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
Nothing, just a trick.

During the military time I am pleased, now I stand
Yes I do, I forgot you
Yerr… I threw the memories and no more of us
Deleted everything like there’s no beginning.
Talking foolishness of you with my friends
Said that you are nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
Nothing, just a trick
Just like nothing, just like nothing
Nothing, just a trick.
I were played by the stories
But I no more hate romance, I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought
Yerr… I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought
Yerr… I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought
I am stronger than you thought.












This song is based on my experiences. May seem to be simple but you gonna learn what's behind these lyrics...

Tuesday 13 March 2012

Le Pollidor Cafe

What I see from here.



Nice feeling.

Nice design and decoration right? These pictures worth over thousands...

Somehow this reminds me a lot of Starbucks. 

The desserts and drinks. They do have nice desserts, trust me!

Hmm... I am relaxing in basic outfit and no make up, haha!

Location: Bandar Puteri. Opposite of Giant. Nearby EPI, Bandar Puteri. Below is the VIP STEAMBOAT.
Overall: They have really nice desserts and drinks. The decoration and design are quite similar to Starbucks. These stuffs wouldn't be cheap, anyway. The location can be different to find. It's not easy to notice this cafe. This cafe is newly opened, about 2 months time only.
Question...?: I wonder what does the cafe name means.

The Body Shop Lip Balm? Hmm....

This is how it looks like. It comes in several flavours and I chose this wisely when I was shopping in the shop because I have tried the other flavours and I thought having new experiences would be great. It has nice floral smell and goes off quickly after it is applied on the lips. Since it is quite not convenient to be used in the day, I only pick this at nights after usual skin care. It moisturizes my lips fairly good enough if slightly more is applied. However, it doesn't leave me unbelievable smooth lips after days of using. Unfortunately, it will be used up very fast and I bet this because I can see it clearly in the mini tube. The texture is quite creamy but non sticky ^^. May be a little bit creamy feeling on the lips and it looks exactly like clear lip gloss! It is priced at RM28.00, a US nature brand. Neither expensive nor cheap. I might just use this tube to put something else after it is used. Overall, it is good for normal lips. You may pick the stick type which comes in the same formula and flavours if you are pleased.

Breaking A Cigarette


We met the truth after Valentine’s and I dumped you
You blamed me like shit so much fun, and I couldn’t enjoy it.
I was lonely I sad
I got myself done, and it felt like the end,
Just like breaking a cigarette.

You just chose it not me no more
Ohh…
After these months I did not know you, like what I thought
I felt like broken, so much
Break up like breaking a cigarette.
I wish that’s not so true, but Gosh that is the truth.

One day, you called me up to ask something, and that’s all
No more news from you, no words of happiness.
God I don’t wish you, I don’t miss you, yerr… hope you don’t do well.
These commitments never be done, just like your dick.
Ohh… break up like breaking a cigarette.
Never meet you again
No no no, you are living, in the mirror of the past.
Hmmm….

You told me you dumped everything I give into the bin
So do I think of you and look at the bag.
Now everything is done, no more ‘miss you’ from you
I feel so naked, no more happiness.
Someday I hope you will come back
I guess we both are fooled, by the youth and love.
So just break up like breaking a cigarette.
No more smokes, no more lies, no more smiles, no more faking
No more wishing no more planning, no more love no more us
No more smokes, no more lies, no more smiles, no more faking
No more wishing no more planning, no more love no more us.





I wrote this lately and I also did 2 other songs that haven't published online yet. I hope someday I will be singing this song like what I wished for. Being a singer is like living in the right way, well, at least that's to me. Let me know what do you think about the lyrics and by the way, I have wrote everything happened in my life into my songs so you may expect these would be quite dramatic. Copying and pasting memories into words and sing it loudly, bet that would be great for me ^,^. 

Monday 12 March 2012

Heme Skin Care Review


Heme is a skin care brand from Taiwan. Available at Watson's only. Fair prices, so do the qualities. The products are made for younger skins that need more radiance or hydration or less pore and blemishes problems. I have tried their make up remover which comes in only one type, oil type. Not bad for its price and size however, no longer in my skin care list since it made my skin more sensitive. Now, I am going to talk about another product that I have tried from this brand- 24 Hour Hydrating Detox-White Night Jelly (50ml). The jelly comes in a very very light pink colour but turns into translucent as soon as I applied it on my skin, quickly absorbed and leaves me a good night look. When I am wearing this, I am either too tired to do paper masks or just wanna use it, haha. I can't sleep late when I am applying this at nights because my skin will not get the benefits from the mask and I can see and feel it. Since the jelly is so light, I can either top it on the night moisturizer or use it alone without feeling anything on my skin. It also smells good and the smell goes off quickly after I applied it on my skin. However, it only brightens my skin a little bit and hydrates my skin like usual moisturizer. No whitening, no lifting or whatever it claims to be. I bought this at RM39.90 if I am not mistaken. Overall, this is good for students who are looking after their wallets yet wanna feel good with their skins. 

Neutrogena Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub

 I bought this babe 2 weeks ago after reading someone's blog. I am glad I did get this instantly after reading that blog (I couldn't recall the name of the blog however). I bought this at nearly RM20. One for 100ml.
 As you can see, it claims to leave you clearer and smoother complexion. Yes, it really reduces my white and black heads, smoothens my skin very well, even prevent further acnes for about 4-5 days unless I got skin allergic. It has small microbeads in the scrub, so scrub it in circular motion slowly and gently would be the best way to do the cleansing job. Furthermore, it is mild enough for weekly scrub. I don't do daily scrub as my skin is very sensitive and thin. I fear that it might add troubles to my skin if I used it daily. It has BHA in it, BHA is mean to be a good cleansing and smoothing ingredient or something like that if I am not mistaken.
Simply put some on the balms and add some water, it will act like the usual cleansers but with better cleansing effects. Overall, it is a great product for everyone (especially oily skin with acnes). It does not make my skin sensitive too.

Friday 9 March 2012

L'Oreal White Perfect Double Essence

 I am a fan of L'Oreal since I was a student. I have been loyal to this whitening essence for years and I am still using it ^^. The formula has changed however, more moisturizing and more effective on spots. I have pale skin with pink undertone and I guess that explains why I am concerned on the spot thing. This essence comes in 30ml, 2 kinds of essence (white cream and pink gel) combined together. It is said to be able to reduce dullness... yes, spots.... yes, yellowish... yes.... provide brightening and whitening... yes! increase moisturizing.... fair enough. Enriched with melanin-vanish, it helps skin become fairer and fades brown spots for a more even and transparent skin. Tourmaline gemstone helps stimulate skin microcirculation, helps inner rosy glow to shine through. It is priced at RM65.90 and you can get this at only RM50.90 when Guardian and Watson's are having great mega sales. I bet this is one of the best whitening essence you can get in drugstores.

As you can see, the combined essences absorbed into skin very quickly. It is so light and effective. And I can see how much whiter and brighter my skin looks now, so do my spots reduced (I was in the NS camp a few months ago). It is not pricey for the effects however. One can last me about 45 days if I use it day and night.

L'Oreal White Perfect Eye Cream

I got this eye cream free... my ex bf bought me this ^^ last year. And I started using it and like it after months of applying it every day and night. He bought this at RM69.90 when it was newly launched. It comes in 15ml, nice packaging and a vibrating tool to help 'vibrate away' dark circles and puffiness.
I can't speak about the dark circles thing because I have only reddish puffy eyes and I did hope this to work well to reduce the puffiness. I stopped using the vibrating tool because it takes a lot of time and my eyes got irritated after using this (or maybe just other things that make me irritated).

The cream is in white shimmery, light texture and get absorbed very easily. However, I do have more oil seeds under my eyes and I wonder I have applied this too much when I started to use it everyday and night. After months of using, my eyes do look less puffy and smoother and brighter. But you will not see much effects at first and you're gonna wait and see. The cream contains tiny shimmery and not noticeable until you rub it off on your hand. This reminds me of the BB Cream from the same range. I guess that explains why I look better every morning after applying this. It is fair enough for puffy eyes (not as puffy as mine of course ^^). Light enough before you apply make up on.
You can see how my super puffy eyes were even with make up. Right, shows after using the L'Oreal eye cream for less than a month. I did edit the right side picture but no much differences before edited.


New updated: This may not suit oily eyelids as it causes more oil seeds and oily eyelids. You may find your eye make up melt as soon as you just applied it on after this eye cream.

Za Skin Beauty 2 Way Foundation And Casio Watch

 Hello people, recently my mum asked me to get the twin package of Za 2 way foundation after I told her I saw it at Guardian. It is at RM49.90 and it costed my mum about RM12 lesser than the usual price. We both are using the True White series and I didn't realize that wasn't TW series until I unsealed it at home. I was feared of it at first because it wasn't suitable for me. I did have this before and it was too drying and cakey for my skin (that time my skin was oilier).
This SB foundation comes in refill. You have to buy the separated pink case if you wanted it to be complete.
 However, I realize it is much better than the old formula. I can say it is changed because it is so different from what I have used many months ago.
 It is smoother and less radiant than the TW powder. It is very suitable for oilier skin, I used it that day I bought it it controls my facial oils very well. However, it only provides light-medium full coverage so people who need more coverage may need extra concealer or pick the TW powder which comes with full coverage yet natural and radiant look. TW comes in slightly pinkish base which SB comes in slightly yellowish base. Both are very long lasting. However, TW is better on concealing redness. Unfortunately, this new formulated SB powder breaks me out. I tried it for 2 days and I then realized I will not be using it again although I love the matte effect.
By the way, my mum bought me this new Casio female watch lately. It reminds me of my lost old blue unisex Casio watch somehow. It only costed her RM79 and is newly launched. I am glad I have this ^^.

Za Skin Beauty Liquid Foundation

It's no new for the Za Skin Beauty Foundations since it has been 'published' a few years ago. I do have this foundation in both liquid and powder type, still I am not into the liquid type.

 As you can see from the pictures above, it can be slightly messy after a few applications but it will not drip out. Furthermore, the cap is quite attractive. The foundation is said to be protective and hydrating with a essence full of hyaluronic acid and protection of SPF18 PA++. It comes in 8 shades if I am not mistaken, mostly in yellow base. A 30ml of this costed me only about RM30. However, this will be used up quite quickly. The texture is quite liquid, quickly dried up so you have to blend well quickly every time you apply this foundation on. I chose this in shade 20, the lightest shade available. It comes in very light yellow base and matches my pale skin with pink undertone very well. It leaves semi radiant look but the foundation doesn't last more than 5 hours on my combination skin. My skin tends to be dry on the cheeks and slightly oily on the t-zone lately. It is not so moisturizing but at least I don't feel tight after removing the make up.
Down: Left with this foundation, right with Maybelline Mousse.
You can see it is able to conceal the flaws and the coverage is buildable, from light to medium coverage. A little goes a long way. It matches skin very well. Unfortunately, it is not good for oilier skin because it tends to be a little bit cakey on the skin. I looked fake in real life with this foundation on. Fortunately, I realized that this is a nice foundation for dry skin. I used it on my mum and it looked much better on her skin. So I gave her this at the end.

Wednesday 7 March 2012

Maybelline Pure BB Mineral Instant Skin Smoother Mousse

BB Cream is never an outdated multi-functions cosmetic (especially in Asia). It's good to know what to use for a natural yet flawless look but is it that easy to find a suitable one? Well... not easy at all! I bet you guys have tried and tried at least 3 brands of BB Cream and some may still think that no BB out there is suitable. Now, the people' voice has been shouted out loudly and the companies know its time for the darker version of BB Cream... well that means making darker shades for darker skins.
 I bought this Mousse at RM45 and the reason I bought were simply because I tried the other version of this range and it did not fail on me (however, not that lasting). Then, I am interested in Mousse things and I thought this would be a cheaper version of Shu Uemura BB Mousse Base which is about RM130 for 30ml. By the way, Shu's Mousse is somehow a little bit drying for me even my skin is combination. And Shu's doesn't provide any coverage. However, Shu's controls oil 'super' well. The best oil absorbing cosmetic I ever used! And it provides long lasting dewy look, allows make up to stay longer.
 Now, I gonna speak about this mousse after 4 applications. It comes in 'fresh' tone, 65ml. Not that pricey for its size and functions. It claims the 8 skin care functions like the other version of Maybelline BB Cream. Moisturizing, sunblock, clarifying... bla bla bla. Frankly speaking, I don't think this really do well as a skin care base or whatever. However, it is very fast and easy to apply and it leaves semi radiant look. It also conceals fairly good but the shade is 3 tones darker than me. Still look 2 tones darker even after powdering with 2 way foundation (What The Fish?). The packaging is not that bad but it can be quite messy after 2 applications. The mousse simply 'stay' on the 'mouth' and cap and I really don't like this. It is required to shake well before 'spray' out the mousse and a little goes a long way and not much is needed to conceal the flaws. The mousse turned into slightly orangey shade when I spray it on my hand. It is so light like I didn't put on anything on my skin.
 Well, you can see the difference between 'mousse face' (right) and naked face (left). It still looks very natural in the pictures but it can be a little bit cakey on my face after a while. Perhaps this is not well for oilier skin. However, drier skin may appreciate this. Trust me, I applied it on my mum once and even gave her this bottle. It is a great base for dry and mature skin, better with liquid foundation and a little bit of powder. These create nearly flawless, radiant and natural look when used together.
 Unfortunately, it is not stable on my skin. You can see it is rubbed by the tissue paper easily as I blot on my skin. And I dislike this kind of foundation because it will definitely melt or fade away on my skin.
The picture above showed the look after application with Maybelline BB Mousse (right) and Za liquid foundation (left). By the way, this looks better in photo shooting than real life. And you can't find any cute shimmery in this mousse.

Tuesday 6 March 2012

Tips For Quick And Effective Make Up!

Hey people now I gonna tell you what's really quick and easy and effective to do when you are facing 'make up problems'!
1. Pick on BB Cream for a fresher, dewy or matte or radiant, natural look instead of usual foundation. BB Creams are usually make with moisturizing properties and you might consider trying a few until you found your shade. Everyone knows BB Cream usually comes in only 1-4 shades and its more difficult to get something like this to suit dark skin people. However, some may not be able to stay long on the skin so you might consider add on some light powder before you hang out with your friends.


2. Always use a non-irritating eye make up remover to remove your eye make up.Oil based removers are made to remove heavier make up, including very waterproof black mascara and so red lipstick. These removers can be bought at pharmacies (such as L'Oreal- the best I ever used, Maybelline, Majolica Majorca...). Hey, what if I forgot to bring my remover when I am out? Easy... try to get a petroleum jelly to remove your make up. Furthermore, you may apply it on your lips and brows and lashes for moisture, thicker 'hairs'.
 3. Too dry skin for make up? Try to add a little bit of hydrating essence into your usual make up routine. Either apply it before make up or mix it with your liquid or cream or mousse foundation. After powdering, spray on some hydrating facial mist for long lasting make up and hydrated face.
4. Tired of those so damn waterproof but cool mascaras? Try to top on super natural false lashes instead of applying so hard to remove mascara. However, curl your lashes before applying the false lashes and top on one or two coats of mascara for more natural look. And... mascara is harder to 'fail' when you got false lashes on ^^.

5. Wanna look flawless in photo shooting? Then, you gonna try these babes. High definition and photo ready foundations are made for these moments (examples: Make Up For Ever HD foundation and Revlon Photoready foundation).However, this kind of products may dry your skin a little bit.

6. Run out of lipsticks or tired of them? Try one or two coats of super pigmented lipglosses for younger look. You can even apply on your cheeks and blend it for dewy blush! Don't say I didn't tell you~.

7. Bring at least one long lasting and nice perfume back to your home for 'LOVE' events and moments. You will never know when will you meet your special guy or gal~.