Askmewhats Reviews: The Face Shop Base Coat

Good happy day everyone!!!
Let me get back to my nail loving mojo!
Here's a requested review for The Face Shop's Base Coat!
I love The Face Shop branch at Glorietta, Makati, the sales staffs are super friendly! They are super nice, no pressure in forcing you to purchase anything and answers my queries well :) I'd buy from them anytime! :D

TFS Base Coat says ---

This soft base coat creates a strong bond between nail color and nail which prevents future chipping peeling and splitting.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• affordable
• dries quickly
• doesn't change the color of your polish
• it's just nice to know that I got a protective coat between my nails and the polish
• not too runny or too thick, consistency is just right
• there is a huge difference of using a basecoat, my nails are SUPER hard compared to the weak nails I have before
  

Cons

• none
  

Overall

I have decided, to purchase this together with my HG Top Coat which is The Face Shop Top Coat. Both of these work so well on my nails that my nail art doesn't chip or peel even after 1 full week! And no, I'm not a princess, I do work! I wash dishes, I do chores like there's no polish on my nails. I also type really fast and hard for the whole day at work and night time blogging! If my nails can talk, they are screaming their cuticle out! LOL

The Face Shop base coat is harder to review as it's beneath the nail polish, in the long run, I may do a revisit, but I am impressed for now!

Tips

• apply 1-2 coat, let dry before applying the base color
• always twist the polish tightly for it to stay longer
• keep polishes in an airtight plastic to prolong the life of all your polishes
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes! I already bought backups!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At The Face Shop stores for Php99.00 (approx $2.00)

Close up look on the Base Coat

I still alternate my Sally Hansen base and top coat with The Face Shop one. I may purchase The Face Shop one in the future as it's cheaper.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Stay Happy!

CS Gel Liners vs. MM Gel Liners

You gals thought this showdown will take long???
Why would I do that? I love my readers so much so I try to do what they want...
well except..dance around naked...or....stop blogging! LOL

*ahem ahem, wrestling announcer voice*
Introducing,
the most requested showdown!
CS gel liners versus MM gel liners!!!

Packaging

CS - frosted glass jar with plastic cap, small and easy to take along but no label
MM - clear glass, size is bigger than CS, labeled

Price (not including shipping)

CS - $6.95 (approx Php330.00)
MM - $7.95 - 9.00 (approx Php390.00-440.00)


Amount of product

CS - 3g
MM - 3g


Gel Color

Black
CS True Black - matte, darker than MM (can create a more dramatic dark eyed look)
MM Inky Black- matte, plain black (creates a natural look, can build up the color for dramatic look)

Brown
CS Truffle- matte, reddish brown
MM Cocoa - matte, real brown

Texture

Black
CS True Black - very creamy, spreads easily but have to wait a bit for drying time
MM Inky Black - creamy, spreads easily, shorter drying time. I like this texture more

Brown
CS Truffle - not too creamy, a bit on the drier side but spreads really well
MM Cocoa - same texture with MM Inky Black, just the right kind of creaminess, easy to spread the color

Drying time

Black
CS True Black - due to it's texture, has to wait a bit to make sure completely dry
MM Inky Black - dries right after application, no waiting time, imagine using a pencil liner

Brown
CS Truffle - dries right after application, no waiting time
MM Cocoa - dries right after application, no waiting time

Smudging Factor

Black
CS - no smudging when completely dry, but if it's not too dry yet and you rub it accidentally, it smudges a bit (photo below, and I only talk about the CS True Black color)
MM - once you applied, it doesn't budge and smudge

**note, if you let CS liner dry up further before smudging
there won't be any smudges

Brown
CS Truffle - no smudging
MM Cocoa - color doesn't smudge but it disappears if you rub SUPER hard

**Note: I rubbed this super hard! Look at the redness of my wrist!

How long does it stay on your eyes? (for both colors)

CS - the lashline stays long until you remove it. For the waterline, it starts to smudge a bit after 4-5 hours.
MM - the lashline area stays long until you remove it. For the waterline, it is the same with CS, it smudges depending on how watery your eyes are

Versatility and usage (for both colors)

CS - the other colors can be used as base
MM - I'm not sure if the other colors for MM gel liners can also be used as base

CONCLUSION ---

Both liners work well. It all boils down to your own preference. If you ask me who the winner is for me, I personally go for MM Gel Liners. Why? Because I own a lot of shades of CS gel liners and I find that their gel liners aren't consistent. Though the price of MM gel liners are more expensive, I still save up a lot on shipping as I can have free shipping for orders $20.00 above. Or even if I don't get to order products more than $20.00, shipping is affordable and costs less than $5.00.

Of course, these are my opinion. Feel free to let me know your thoughts if you also own these 2 brands! :)


I hope this helps to ladies out there!
Feel free to comment or email me for any questions! :)
Stay Happy!!!

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!

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!

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!