Thursday, July 10, 2008

Askmewhats Reviews: Thevi High Impact Lipstick in Sequin





**used without any lip balm or gloss

Thevi Says ---

High Impact Lipstick ($22.00)


Sensual lip color. Advanced formula lipstick with unique chroma-shine technology provides rich color intensity with a super glossy finish that's virtually weightless, yet won't wear off. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, E and C for anti-oxidant protection and conditioning. In an array of gloriously colorful shades. Hypoallergenic.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • moisturizing
  • gives out glossy finish and you don't have the sticky feeling of a lip gloss
  • lovely packaging, sleek and modern
Cons
  • like any other lipstick, it doesn't last long

Overall

The Thevi High Impact lipstick is a great product with great selection of colors. They've got 8 shades for the time being and all the colors would look great on any skin color! What I love from their lipstick is the added vitamins (especially E) as my lips tend to darken as I use lipstick, so this will not only prettify my lips but it makes my lips healthier!

Will I repurchase?

Yes, it's not drying for a lipstick.

Are you a lipstick girl?

or a gloss girl?

Tell askmewhats!




Related articles you can check out ---

MAC Lipglass in Prrr Review

The Face Shop Fruit Jelly Tubes Review

Dior Kiss-able Lips


Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Askmewhats Reviews: Thevi Dome Blush Brush

When I got my 28 pcs Suesh brush set and the Smashbox Brush Set I thought I wouldn't need another brush no more! That's why no matter what good reviewed brushes I've read, I have never gave in as I always thought I got enough!

One thing I've realized when you're doing make-up to other people (and I mean a lot at the same time), you can NEVER have enough brushes. Especially when you're in a hurry and you don't have time to clean your brushes in between, an extra brush or 2 really takes the stress out!

I am happy to have the chance to review a brush, especially a new brand, at least it's time that I give out information rather than me "leeching" for information from fellow bloggers! LOL (I invented Leech-ing...lol Webster dictionary, don't sue me)

Thevi Dome Blush Brush




This is how it looks like after "it" took a rough shower



This is how it looks like after it dries, and used for 1 week straight!




Thevi Says ---

Blush Brush $38.00

The best tools for the best results: Perfectly balanced, natural bristle brushes for the cheeks. The silky Blush Brush lays down smooth, seamless color.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • Smell - doesn't smell too bad, have a hint of "glue-y" smell, but that's just it
  • Feel - very very soft
  • Brush hair - as seen in the first photo, it was packed and firm
  • After washing - I washed it by being rough, washed this with JnJ baby shampoo, and there's no hair fall!
  • After it dries - it came back to it's original shape, no more glue-y smell
  • After several usage - it is fluffy but still firm! I found myself reaching for this every morning
Cons
  • again, this is quite expensive for a short handled brush
  • they only have 2 brushes, eyeshadow brush and the blush brush! (I have a feeling they will be making more in the future)

Overall

My review could be premature but I'll wash this often and will note down for any major changes. For now, I am impressed with their blush brush, it is firm yet soft, it packs on blush pigment and perfectly transfer it to my cheeks without any streaks!

Will I repurchase?

No, not the blush brush, maybe I'll give the eyeshadow brush a try! I have a feeling this will stay with me as I do take care of my brushes with TLC.


I am doomed!
I am lurking around ebay the past few days!

I am strong! I am strong!
I've survived not checking Cherry Culture, Strawberrynet, Sasa...
I will manage! I am strong *chants*





Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Askmewhats Version: "La Femme" Eyes

This look is dedicated to my wonderful friend who sent me the goodies! She knew this La Femme palette will work well on me <-- as I was told. And thanks for knowing these colors looks good on me. I myself wouldn't have thought! Here's my version of the La Femme eyes. All colors used are from this quad.





Here's the finished look!








Products Used ---

  • Mac Studio Fix NC35
  • Paul & Joe Eyebrow pencil no. 2
  • L'oreal HIP Paint in Secretive
  • La Femme quad
  • Thevi Matte e/s in Pink (as blush)
  • Smashbox Skin Tint (as lipstick)
  • Paul & Joe Curly Mascara in black

The look I have done is my usual everyday look.
I don't use much products as seen above.
How about you? Do you use a lot of products ? Or as minimal as possible?


Monday, July 7, 2008

Sunset Nails

It is the start of the week again, I want to be armed with happy thoughts, thoughts of lovely sunset! I have always been in love with a great sunset view, so why not have it done on my nails?








Hope everyone will have a great week ahead!


Check out my Sunny Inspired Nails
Just smile and click "Sunny"!


Sunday, July 6, 2008

Askmewhats Reviews: Thevi Triple Split Shadow and Matte Shadow



A lot of readers thought the PINK shadow is a blush, I can't blame them, I myself thought it was a blush the first time I saw this.

I have used these 2 products for 2 days straight and I can say, I can do a review on this. I will definitely be using this to other people as well. So if there will be any changes, I will definitely report back!

Here's my EOTD using the Thevi Triple Split Shadow in Venice. I numbered them so you'll see how I've used them! NOTE: No base was used, I just applied the e/s directly





** No. 4 I've used the Thevi Matte Shadow in Pink
a lot of BLEND BLEND BLEND


Here's the result






I've also used the Thevi Matte Shadow in Pink
as my
BLUSH






Here's my newly made-up eyes



And here's how it looks like after 8hours of shopping and dinner
yup, no creasing, no fading


** sorry, I didn't adjust the camera setting already so it looks yellow
in real life, it still looks the same as the original photo


Thevi Cosmetics says ---

Matte Shadow ($20.00)

For everyday seduction, nothing beats the power of an artfully made up eye. This vibrant, velvet-smooth color glides on quickly, blends easily and stays fresh and crease-free for hours. In shades that show up on darker skin. Long lasting, triple-milled powder is crease-resistant and water-proof. Formulated with skin-conditioning Vitamin C and E. Hypoallergenic. Mineral oil-free.

Triple Split Shadow ($22.00)

Color coordinated eye shadow, for a finished look, in shades that show up on darker skin. Rich, triple-milled colors with a velvety finish glide on smoothly, blend beautifully and cling for hours. Water-proof. Crease-resistant. Formulated with skin-conditioning Vitamin C and E. Hypoallergenic. Mineral oil-free.


Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • the colors are indeed very pigmented
  • very fine and easy to blend, I seriously spent half the time doing my eye make-up
  • definitely crease-free (I did not use any UDPP or base and the photo speaks for itself)
  • the colors stayed on no matter how hot it is here in Manila
  • the packaging is really scratch resistant and very sleek!
Cons
  • expensive
  • and even more expensive if I ship internationally

Overall

I find the Thevi Triple Split Shadow and the Matte Shadow very luxurious. You can definitely feel the quality of the product as you use them. I find the colors of the Triple Split Shadow really complimented each other and you just can't go wrong. I find the matte shadow in pink works better on my cheeks than my eyes! I have checked with Thevi's Internet Marketing Manager Connie on shipments worldwide and she said Thevi does ship internationally but we have to email them to check on the shipping rates as it depends on how many you will purchase. (so that's a good news to us international readers)

I would love to buy more of their colors but I find due to the price, there will always be some dupes out there. But because of it's crease-resistance and water-proof, I would probably invest on colors that I can use for important events such as weddings.

Will I repurchase?

I think the Triple Shadow has more chance for me to repurchase as you get 3 colors in 1. It will probably boils down to how much their international shipping rate would cost.


Other Thevi products will be reviewed soon!
How'd you like this look?
You be the judge! (please don't do the Simon Cowell on me, ok?)