Thursday, March 19, 2009

Askmewhats Reviews: MakeupMasala Gel Liners

Good day my friends! :)
Topic for today is something I am passionate about!
Gel Liners! I fell deeply in love with gel liners on my "Love at First Swipe" moment. I saw the huge difference it can make on my Asian eyes :)

So you gals know I am always on a lookout for good quality gel liners that's affordable of course! :)



Makeup Masala Gel Liners say ---


Unbelievable wear! This liner glides smoothly with no tugging. Once dry, it lasts all day, with no smearing or fading. Completely waterproof!

3g/0.1oz

Available in:
  • Inky Black
  • Cocoa
  • Fiona
  • Indigo
  • Sugar Plum
Ingredients: (sorry if they're misspelled, I typed them from the small box)

Isododecane, Cyclomethicane, Ozokerite, Trimethylsiloxysilicae, Polyethylene, Silica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Propylene Carbonate, Phenyl Trimethicane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Propylparaben.

May contain: (sorry if they're misspelled, I typed them from the small box)

Mica and Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Ultramarine Blue, Carbon Black, FD&C Red No. 40 Al Lake, FD&C Yellow No. 5 Al Lake, FD&C Blue No. 1 Al Lak

Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • long lasting: I applied it around 6:45am, got home at 8pm and it's still intact
  • no smudging: I did used my finger to rub the liner and see if it smudges
  • waterproof: I did not cry but I was in tears due to some dirt that got in my eyes! LOL talk about testing a product and darn dirt cooperates!
  • creamy, definitely no tugging
  • consistency is wonderful
  • very pigmented colors
  • easy to remove with make-up remover
  • affordable
  • very nice glass packaging
  • they are all labeled well
  • the product will last me for more than a year, til it gets expired
Cons
  • for those who doesn't have online purchasing power, these won't be available for them
Overall

I am so excited to try this new gel liner. Everyone knows my HG Gel Liner is my Stila Smudgepot, but my Stila Smudgepot is getting drier as days goes by as I've used it for quite some time. I tried checking at Strawberrynet where I bought my Stila and they don't sell it anymore. So a back-up plan for a gel liner is very important for me. I own Coastal Scents Gel Liner and I can't wait to try these 2 out.

Be patient, I will definitely do a review for both CS Gel Liners and MM Gel Liners! Who will win? Wait and see.

I like the Inky Black and Cocoa MM Gel Liners, the colors are not sheer and it's not too dark. I actually used these liners for a couple of days without using an eyeshadow base, my eyeshadow disappeared and creases on me, but the MM Gel Liner stayed put. I also like that the gel liner isn't too runny or moussey in consistency so it dries up quickly right after application.

I advise everyone to still use products reviewed here with caution, some people could be irritated with certain products so if your eyes are itchy after application, do wash them immediately and STOP using the product. That goes for ALL PRODUCTS we use.

This gel liner is already my personal favorite, I reach out for both of these every morning!

Tips
  • always practice with different eyeliner brushes and find which one is more comfortable for you to use in gel liner application
  • always start with a thin line going thick as desired
  • gently run the brush on the gel liner, do not dip the brush into the gel liner and create a HUGE hole, less is definitely MORE with these liners
  • close the cap tightly so this won't dry up easily
  • apply close to the lash line for a more natural look
  • this CAN be applied on waterline but you have to test it first, it CAN irritate other people's eyes
Will I repurchase?

Yes! MM Gel Liners are available in different colors too! I am dead! lol

Where to purchase and how much?

At Makeup Mix Shop
$7.95 for Inky Black and Cocoa (approx Php380.00)
$9.00 for the rest of the colors (approx Php440.00)
free shipping worldwide for orders $20.00 above

Here are visuals
to satisfy your curiosity


Labeled with MM logo
and color name



This may look bigger than CS
but the amount of product is the same with CS
3g worth of gel liner



Feel free to click to enlarge
This is how Inky Black Looks

Very pigmented and pretty!

I used CS White Angled Liner brush



MM Gel Liner in Cocoa




A rich real brown color
Not reddish brown

but Real Matte Brown




I created a thin and thick line

using CS Pink Angled Taklon Brush




And here's my recent
Everyday Ullzang Look
Using MM Gel Liner in Inky Black :)



I will try to do a face off between
CS and MM Gel Liners!
Please be patient :)

I know a lot of you have bought from the Masala shop too!
I want to hear your thoughts on these liners too! :)
Stay Happy!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Nail Art Tutorial: Spring Time Greens

Hello People of the World! :)

I spent my weekend with my nails! On Saturday I went to a salon for my manicure and pedicure and went out with bare nails. The lady was too funny, she kept on asking who did my nails and how long I had it on. I said: "A week!" and she demanded: "Why do you want to remove them?" LOL I got so embarrassed because the other clients are looking at me already thinking that I'm a high maintenance whore who wants to change my nail polish weekly.

Well...it's true!

I love changing it weekly not because I want to look pretty, it's because I honest-to-goodness love doing nail art! I may not be great with it but hey! It's pure love and passion we're talking about! LOL

As seen in my previous post, I've bought a couple of new polishes but nothing inspired me to use them. I searched through my collection and found this polish I have and never used :) It's PERFECT for Spring and Summer! :) Hope you like it!

Step 1:

Apply 2 coats of lime green polish. I use Maybelline's Colorama in Neon green . Let dry.



Step 2:

Using my yellow nail art pen, apply a line over the tip of your nails. French Tip version.



You can stop here if you like it simple



Step 3:

Using any clear polish, apply it over the french tip Lime-yellow nails...




While wet, drop in dots for petals. Use any color you want. This is the fun part! Combining different colors and making it work :)



Step 4:

Use needle to drag the dots. If you're a reader of my nail art tutorial, you know why I do this step :)



Do this to both flowers :)



Step 5:

Add some extra "oomph" on the nail art :)



Step 6:

I like glittery nails, so I apply Elianto's Glitter polish over the nails.
. Top with a top coat again.




This could be my version of St. Patrick Day Nails too!
But I find this more on a spring look! :)
I hope you like it!
Stay Happy!


Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Askmewhats Reviews: Ellana Lip Color

I got the chance to try this wonderful lip stain when i met Gale from My Wonderful World of Colors during my Askmewhats Seminar for a Cause. Gale knew that I wanted a lip product that stays on and non drying! Thanks so much for the chance to try this product! This has been a staple in my makeup bag since then!




Ellana Minerals Cosmetics says ---

A variety of richly pigmented shades made from natural ingredients gives your lips full creamy color with a glossy finish. Lasts long, contains NO petroleum.

With Tomato Extracts, Shea Butter and Avocado Oil.


Askmewhats says ---

Pros

  • looks natural on my lips
  • non drying
  • stays even after eating or drinking
  • smells and tastes wonderful, not overpowering
  • not tested on animals! YAY!
  • available locally! Philippine made!
  • affordable
  • easy to take along, see how badly beaten this is? I'm taking this with me everyday

Ellana Lip Color in Romance

Cons

  • not too hygienic because of the packaging
Overall

This is a wonderful lip stain! When Gale told me this will last long on me. I was finding it hard to believe her as I seldom find lip products that does the job. This product made me look like I was born with a perfect colored lips!

Tips
  • use a lip brush with this so you don't contaminate the product
  • for super dry lips like mine: apply lip balm before applying this product
  • for longer lasting color: apply this directly on your lips, lip stain stays longer if applied straight to your lips
  • for glossy lips effect: apply a colorless lipgloss on top of this
Will I repurchase?

YES!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At Itzmei's multiply site (for local buyers)
or Ellana website (for both local and international buyers)
Price: Php150.00 (approx $3.00)

Romance looks super dark on packaging
but looks really pretty when applied



on lips
applied alone



Any lip stain you can recommend?
I've got full, dry lips!
What about yours?
Stay Happy!

Monday, March 16, 2009

Glitz & Glamour and Kikay Pinay's Contests


For Pic of the prizes, please click here





Happy 1 year blogsary to Shen's Addiction and Glitz & Glamour!

Please join their contests as they are giving away fabulous prizes!
And yes, open to all readers worldwide :)

Please click the photo to go to their site and see how to join!
Goodluck!

Stay Happy and Stay Lucky!

Askmewhats Version: Everyday Ullzang Look

As requested by Gia I hope you like this! :)

What is Ullzang?

Ullzang Look means Doll Eyed Look. It means "best face" in Korean (Correct me if I'm wrong). Most girls create this look by wearing circle lenses. Lenses that can make your eyes huge! They are known for their large, glassy, doll-like eyes and their cute expressions.

If you're expecting to see big huge eyes, sorry to disappoint you, I don't wear contacts and only God knows if I even know how to put one on! :) I will try my best to do a daytime version of Ullzang. A look that anyone could wear...anytime of the day!

But of course, you don't need to use falsies, I use falsies for photo purposes, if you have naturally long lashes, just use a lot of coat of mascara and curl it! :)

Here's Askmewhat's
Everyday Ullzang Version



How did I achieve this look?



Step 1:

Prime my lid with Benefit's Lemon Aid, as I said over my review, this can make your lid space appears larger. (Thanks Grace for this, I really love this)




Pat on Prestige's quad in the lightest color or use any shimmery beige color all over lids.



Step 2:

Using any creamy black eyeliner, draw a thick line on the upper and lower lash line (in diagram, color purple)


Step 3:

Smudge a dark brown color on top of the creamy black eyeliner so it's not too dark for daytime look.



Step 4:

Using a pencil brush, smudge the same dark color on the lower lashline, leaving the inner 3rds of the lower lashes





Step 5:

For Ullzang look, black and white eyeliners are the most important to create this look. Line the inner thirds of the lower lash line and the inner corner of the eye with a creamy white eyeliner.



Step 6:

Using my favorite Bourjois Beige Rose e/s, apply this all over the brow bone area to create a nice highlight. Go all the way to the inner sides of the eye. I also use this to highlight my nose bridge


I applied falsies for photo purpose
You can skip the lashes and
apply coats of your favorite mascara



And what did I use
for the rest of my face?




I lined my eyes again with
Makeup masala's Gel Liner in Inky Black



Clinique's Foundation in True Beige
Set with Body Shop's Mineral Foundation in no. 2



To make this look dainty
Use a pinkish blush applying
on the apples of the cheeks



Lancome Lipstick
Color Fever
in Rose



Hope my eyes are big enough!
LOL





Thanks for the request!
I really enjoyed doing this!
I never thought of doing this look if it wasn't for the request!
I find that it does make my eyes huge,
even without the falsies!
So I want to thank you too Gia for the request!

Have a wonderful day everyone!
Stay Happy!