Daily Crazy Rich Asian Look? By Choi Cosmetics

The most-buzzed movie for the year (in my opinion) is Crazy Rich Asians.  Would you believe I haven't gotten the chance to watch it?  But trust me, I  kind of know what Crazy Rich Asians do because I am surrounded by a lot of them in my line of work.  

You know why I'm talking about the movie all of a sudden?  Because I was lucky enough to receive a makeup line called Christina Choi Cosmetics straight from San Francisco (speaking, I missed San Francisco!)

Christina Choi is an Asian American makeup guru who developed a line of cosmetics to address the challenges Asian women often face with mainstream makeup.

One item that I think was able to answer OUR major concern is their Deluxe Stamp Brush.  I'll talk about it more later, as for now, let me show you my "Daily version" of a Crazy Rich Asian look!

Okay, I did say I tried my very best.  Now let's talk about the Choi Cosmetics makeup items I used to create this simple yet colorful look!

Christina Choi Eyeshadow

$22.00 each

Yves Rocher "Gris Profound" Look

Who would've thought I can create an eyeshadow look from a brand that is known for Botanical ingredients?

Well, to see is to believe, the brand actually creates good eyeshadow palettes I am so confused why I left it sitting on my vanity for the longest time!  One day, I wanted to create a daytime smoky eye makeup look and I saw the Yves Rocher Quad Sumptuous Color Palette in Gris Profound, this palette consists of Black, Gray and White which is a perfect quad for smoky eye makeup.

By the way, they have other shades available, they have blues, browns and purples.  

Yves Rocher Quad Eyeshadow Sumptuous Colour

Available at SM Aura Store, TriNoma

AMW Version: Enchanted Eyes

Happy Tuesday friends!  Everyone, all together... "OH EM GEE"!!!
Yes!  It's AMW Version! I actually did this makeup last week but I just remember posting about this today!  The reason why I got inspired to create an eye makeup is because I recently got a new eyeshadow palette from Human Nature called the Mineral Eyeshadow Enchanted Evening palette.

Here's the outcome and of course, I did use a different palette which I will show you as you scroll down! 

 AMW Diagram

Step 1:

Prior to eyeshadow application, you can use an eyelid primer to make the eyeshadow more vibrant and stay longer.  In this tutorial I did not use any base.

With my Charm Blending Brush, I applied the purplish brown eyeshadow shade on the hallow of my eyes.  You can find this by tilting your head backwards and you will see the natural "depth" of your eyes.  Apply it there and blend with wiper motion.

 Step 2:

With a pencil brush, I've used the Charm Pencil Point Brush in applying the Silvery Gray eyeshadow from the same Human Nature Love Minerals palette on the outer-v.  Add as desired and do not forget to blend with a big fluffy blending brush.

With the same brush and same eyeshadow shade, apply this on the outer thirds of the lower lash line.

 Step 3:

I took out my first Lunasol pallette called EX02 Nature Summer Beige and applied a peachy eyeshadow with hint of gold shimmer on the inner third of the lid with a wet/dry eyeshadow brush.  (Tip: if you prefer this color to pop, apply this wet.)

Apply this similar shade with a clean pencil brush on the inner corner of the eyes including the inner lash line.

Step 4:

Lined my upper lash line with a liquid eyeliner.  I used Avon Extra Lasting Liquid Eyeliner in Glittery Black.

Filled my brows with MAC Coquette Eyeshadow, curled with Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler

and applied coats of Mary Kay Lash Love Mascara in Black.

Enchanted Eyes --- done!

What's on the rest of my face?

For the face:

Paul & Joe Light Cream Foundation in Clear using foundation brush

Set with Kate Mineral Powder Foundation in OC-C

 For the Cheeks:
NYX Blush in Pinky

applied with Charm blush brush

Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Sandwashed Pink (photo is a sample size)

My bad, since I haven't been doing a lot of AMW versions lately, I forgot to take a full shot of my face!  *eeekk* Okay, blame my memory, its always filled with so many things ...darn! I know I'm too defensive!

*zips mouth* :x

Have a great day everyone! I hope Tuesday is better than Monday to all of you!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Version: Toned Down J.Lo

Happy Tuesday everyone!  Did you jump  start your week with a super positive vibe?  I did!  And I am staying positive that the week will go on smoothly because I say so! :)

When it comes to make-up looks, I usually do not get inspired by singers or actresses as I'm always leaning toward to natural look.  When I was watching J.Lo, as a judge, on American Idol plus her recent music video I'm Into You", I'm inspired to use the following J.Lo material --- Silver eyeshadow, False Lashes, Bronzed-cheeks, nude lips plus super glowing skin! 

Note that I won't be ending up  looking like J.Lo as she's the Goddess and I'm her....old shoe?  *laughs*  Seriously,  this is a look inspired by the colors that makes J.Lo who she is now....

Toned Down J.Lo a la AMW :P

Sounds like a new dish right? *laughs*

Zee AMW Diagram

(Still sounding like a dish) :P

Step 1:

Prime your lids first with your favorite shadow primer, I am using Etude House Proof 10 Eyelid Primer.  I took out my Sleek Graphite Palette and used a bright silver shadow and applied on the inner 3/4 of the lid including the inner lower lash line!  Remember to do this with a flat shadow brush on a patting motion.  Add the color as you go on!

Step 2:

J.Lo likes to apply an extra pop of earth toned shadows above the crease on the hollow of the eye socket (if that's the way you call it) *laughs*  You can use any brown shades but I've decided to "girl it up" a bit and used a plum shade eyeshadow from my Victoria Jackson Survival Kit.

Step 3:

Deepen the look of your eyes with matte black eye shadow.  I've used a pencil brush for the colors to show up more.  I also used the same brush and eyeshadow to apply a bit on the outer thirds of the lower lash line.  This gives a nice "shadow" and create bigger looking eyes.

Step 4:

Lined my upper lash line with Revlon ColorStay Liquid Liner in Black.  Optional to use pencil liner to line the water line.  Do not forget to fill in your eyebrows but I tried making them look as natural as possible as I want my eyeshadow to be the focal point.

On a regular day, just curl your lashes and apply coats of your favorite mascara.  In this tutorial, I've re-used my GlamBox Mink Fur Lashes.

Step back, remove fall outs or clean excess shadows with cotton bud

Scroll down to know what's on the rest of my face

For the Face:
INuovi Litebase 3Y
Kate Mineral Powder OC-C

For the Cheeks:

L'Oreal True Match Blush in Apricot Kiss

For the Lips:

Awake Lipstick in Apricot Cream

I forgot to take a pix but I used some of my favorite highlighters on my face!  

Move on J.Lo! I'm the new Asian J.Lo!!!  *JUST JOKING!* :P

Who's your icon for the  moment?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Askmewhats Version: My " I Nuovi" Face

What's Inuovi?

Inuovi means "the New" in Italian. Perfect definition as it's definitely a new professional cosmetics brand invading the world inspired by fashion, technology and life!

According to I Nuovi ---

With a worldwide presence in more than 10 countries, I NUOVI Cosmetics is the world's first Asian professional beauty line that embraces a modern and eco-friendly concept, with core values of minimalism, innovation and individualism as its foundation. We believe that everyone should be empowered with the freedom to choose their own style and thus equip them with the necessary beauty tools to make their dream a reality. That is precisely why, I NUOVI is the preferred choice for leading makeup artists and celebrities worldwide. Our Products are the fruits of intensive research and development by world renown cosmetic scientists together with leading professional makeup artists. Each and every product incorporates the most advanced technology and cutting edge raw materials and manufactured in Europe and Japan. Active ingredients have also been added to provide enhanced treatment benefits and antioxidant properties to the skin.

The first time I've seen their products are from several beauty bloggers both from Singapore and Malaysia. When I went to Hong Kong last month, I've seen their "playstation" at a SaSa store and I am impressed! (sorry for the poor ninja shot)

Thanks to I Nuovi Professional Singapore
for sending a photo of their "flagship" store
in Singapore

Now I've got the chance to try on I Nuovi Professional cosmetics, I will be creating an "I Nuovi" look first and I'll a comprehensive review on each to follow! Hope you like it!

All I Nuovi Professional Products

1. Litebase Light Diffusing Liquid Foundation 3Y
2. Blush in Lollipop
3. Dust in Moonstone
4. Colours D27 Chrome
5. Ivoluxe in Flirt

Askmewhats Diagram

Step 1:
Prior to e/s application, prime the lids with MAC Shadestick in Beigeing.

Apply I Nuovi Professional Colours D27 e/s in Chrome all over lids using a medium sized blending brush.

Step 2:
Using the same brush, apply L'oreal HIP Sassy e/s, the metallic blue one on the outer crease.

Step 3:
Using a smaller crease brush, apply NYX Morocco on the outer v to create depth, also apply on the lower lashline. BLEND WELL

Step 4:
Tightline using Makeup Forever's Aqua liner in Black and apply CS Gel Liner in True Black on the upper lashline creating a small winged effect.

Optional:
Apply a white eyeliner or eyeshadow liner on the waterline to create a wide awaked look.

And you think you're done! Do not forget to curl your lashes and apply 2 coats of your choice of mascara. (thanks Grace for the Clinique High Impact Mascara)

Now you're done with your eyes :D

Fill in the brows if needed!
I've used Paul and Joe eyebrow pencil no. 2



What's on the rest of my face?



For the Face:
I Nuovi Professional Litebase
Light Diffusing Liquid Foundation in 3Y

For the Cheeks:
I Nuovi Professional Colours D36
in Lollipop

For the Lips:
I Nuovi Professional Ivoluxe
in Flirt

The foundation does create a different look! My skin has a certain glow ready for the camera! But I'm not ready yet as I'm still in my pajamies! LOL

Do check out I Nuovi professional products online
Want to wait for my review?
Holler if you want an urgent review on any of the I Nuovi products
I hope you like my look for the day! :)

Take care!
Keep smilin'
Stay Happy!