Rusty Brown, A Perfect Makeup for Dinner

Few weeks ago, my cousin asked me to do the makeup for her for a wedding she would be attending. I was really excited and was asked to do her makeup. But one thing, I didn't manage to take her before makeup picture :-( My cousin has fair skin. Cool tones are great for the eyes. I used liquid eyeliner to line her upper and lower lids. After that, I used pencil eyeliner to thicken it, then I smudged it just to make her eyes pop. Besides giving her a healthy rosy look, I also used blusher to shape her face. I also decided to keep her face glow just to make sure the skin is hydrated.

Here are some after makeup shots:

Here's What I Used:

Face
MAC Strobe Cream (moisturizer)
MAC Prep+Prime Skin Base Visage (makeup base/primer)
MAC Studio Sculpt SPF15 Foundation
MAC Select Cover-Up (concealer as corrector)
MAC Gentle Mineralize Blush
MAC Select Sheer Loose Powder
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Soft and Gentle (bronzer/highligher)

Eyes
MAC Painterly Paint Pot (eyebase/eyeshadow primer)
MAC Eye Kohl Smolder (eyeliner for upper/lower eyelids - smudging)
Kate Super Sharp Liner (eyeliner for lower eyelids)
MAC Pigments - Blue Brown
Coastal Scents 88 Pigment Eyeshadow (Dark Brown Color)
MAC Phloof Eyeshadow (as highlighter)
Maybelline Brow Liner (Brown Color)
False Eyelashes

Lips
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick (Rose Velvet)

Product Review: MAC Fast Response Eye Cream

MAC Fast Response Eye Cream that contains caffeine is supposed to de-puffs, erases the look of dark circles, firms, soothes and softens skin around the eye. It has an instant effects but only temporary fix for the skin around the eye area. I just bought this and it did a great job of making my eyes appear less puffy but not my dark circles. I get puffy eyes in the morning and within minutes of applying this cream, the swelling has disappeared and it does bring them back to life! I apply this eye cream after toner. Just a little pearl size drop is enough for both eyes. Sometimes, I mix it with my MAC Select Cover-Up concealer and blend together. It really helps the concealer look less cakey and the area stays soft all day. A great base for under-eye concealer with its smooth texture and silky finish! It dries super fast, so you don't have to wait for it to dry before putting on your eye make-up. The eye area is back to normal after washing off this eye cream.

Note:
This review is based on my personal experience. Reader discretion is advised before making any decisions based on the information from this blog.

Benefits of Sauna

A sauna is a small room designed to be heated to very high temperatures, with well-controlled humidity. Saunas are used both for recreational and therapeutic purposes, with most people utilizing them as a relaxation tool that provides additional health benefits. There are two main types of saunas: dry and wet. Which type you prefer is just a matter of taste. Wet saunas are sometimes called steam rooms, and are kept at lower temperatures than their dry counterparts usually between 100-115 Fahrenheit (37-46 Celsius). While dry saunas may be kept at much higher temperatures of up to 250 Fahrenheit (121 Celsius), by keeping the ambient moisture down to nearly zero.

I read lots of articles about sauna. It can actually help to stay free of diseases in a natural and healthy way. There is overwhelming evidence that the toxins we breathe, eat and drink are responsible for the majority of illness, and saunas are proven to be the most effective method for the daily removal of these toxins. Sauna causes your body to burn calories. Your sweat glands produce sweat, which requires energy, and therefore increases caloric expenditure. Saunas should not be solely relied upon, however, as a weight loss system. Not only that, it can also help those with breathing or sinus conditions breathe better. Oh, by the way, me and my sister had sinus problems before this. So, I decided to give it a try! And I really went... that was few weeks ago with my sister. Actually, it's our first time in a sauna :-) The place we went to is called Ratu Wellness Centre which is located at Jalan Satok, Kuching. It's a small sauna and we'd spent about 30 minutes in there. Before we start off our sauna session, we were asked to strip down and put on the towels they gave us to get ready for a nice shower before entering the sauna room. While in the sauna room, all I have to say is, it was lovely, hot, smoky and sweaty! I noticed that it has some form of hot fragrant rocks in there which may be splashed with water to release both a short burst of steam, (temporarily creating the impression of a higher temperature), and a pleasing aroma. After the sauna session, we had another cool shower. We really had a great time and great experience!! Wow, I can feel the difference in my body after only one sauna visit. Amazing!! I warmly recommend the sauna. For those who haven't been to sauna, try to experience it and you will just feel so relaxed, both physically and mentally.

Note:
For those who have health problems conditions should consult a physician before trying a sauna.

Kate My Color Pencil

From left to right: Brown, Gold, White & Black

I've got these color pencils a while ago. It's versatile because it can be used as an eyeliner and doubles up as an eyeshadow. The colour is vibrant and has glitters in it. It won't give you that kind of over look... It's just nice for those who loves a natural and a balance look. That's why I like it! It saves my time some more, especially in my morning routine. It's very easy to use/apply and pretty easy to wipe off. It lasts for the whole day and it won't give you the "panda look" at the end of the day. I just simply place any of my two favorite shades into its useful holder and I'm ready to go!

Note:
This review is based on my personal experience. Reader discretion is advised before making any decisions based on the information from this blog.

Product Review: MAC Mineralize Skinfinish - Soft And Gentle

A highlighter can be used to add a dramatic or subtle look to our usual makeup routine. For MAC Mineralize Skinfinish (MSF), it's a luxurious velvet-soft powder with high-frost metallic finish. It adds buffed-up highlights to cheeks and brows, or an overall ultra-deluxe polish to the face. I have totally fallen in love with this product in Soft and Gentle which I bought last month. I LOVE IT!! It's my first MSF by the way :-) I use this as a highlight especially on my cheekbones, bridge of my nose, my chin and my forehead. I also apply it all over my face as a finishing powder. I can't believe when I get lots of compliments when I wear it and it looks amazing in photos, too. Gives such a pretty shimmery glow and beautiful peach bronze sheen (almost colourless) to the skin without looking too sparkly... It looks remarkable under dim lighting, too!! I highly recommend this MSF.

Note:
This review is based on my personal experience. Reader discretion is advised before making any decisions based on the information from this blog.

Metallic Eye Makeup for Dinner

Few weeks ago, a friend of mine asked me to do the makeup for her for a wedding she would be attending. I was really excited and was asked to do her makeup. I called it Metallic eye makeup because I used MAC pigment just to add the shimmer to her eyes. Since she has acne skin, so what I did was I tried to cover it up with the three acne hiding weapons, namely, concealer, foundation and finishing powder with a brush. I tried not to apply too much of foundation, this is to avoid having a caked look to her makeup. I also use tissue paper to even and smooth out the skin to get a better coverage. She looks great in the end.

Here's some shots I took:

Here's What I Used:

Face
MAC Strobe Cream (moisturizer)
MAC Prep+Prime Skin Base Visage (makeup base/primer)
MAC Studio Sculpt SPF15 Foundation
MAC Select Cover-Up (concealer)
MAC Gentle Mineralize Blush (Cheek)

Elianto Marble Baked Blusher (Contouring)
MAC Select Sheer Loose Powder
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Soft and Gentle (bronzer/highligher)

Eyes
MAC Painterly Paint Pot (eyebase/eyeshadow primer)
MAC Eye Kohl Smolder (eyeliner for lower eyelids - smudging)
Kate Super Sharp Liner (eyeliner for upper/lower eyelids)
MAC Pigments - Blue Brown
Coastal Scents 88 Pigment Eyeshadow (Dark Brown Color)
MAC Phloof Eyeshadow (as highlighter)
Maybelline Brow Liner (Brown Color)
False Eyelashes

Lips
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick (Rose Velvet)