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Pericone MD No Foundation

Pericone MD No Foundation the first, advanced, anti-aging translucent foundation designed to allow the natural health and glow of skin to shine through. Dr. Perricone's breakthrough formula provides sheer coverage, anti-aging benefits, sun protection and is ideal for all skins.

How it works

High-quality mineral pigments act as optical diffusers, to neutralise discoloration and even out any skin tone.

• Minerals respect and perfect the skin naturally
• Patented antioxidants DMAE, Alpha Lipoic Acid and Vitamin C
Ester restore radiance, improve skin texture and provide firming,
toning benefits
• Non-chemical zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide provide SPF 30
against UVA and UVB rays
• Peptides fill in lines and plump skin
• Hyaluronic spheres lock moisturise into the skin and smooth lines
• Weightless and undetectable formula blends seamlessly
• Imparts a soft, dewy, naturally radiant finish
Fragrance, paraben and sulphate free

MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation

 MAC Studio Sculpt Foundation. It has a gorgeous gel-based texture which means it glides over skin and blends beautifully.

It covers well  but it is a bit thick layered

You can find detailed postings about MAC Foundations and this foundation on my previous posts. 

Clinique Even Better Spf 15 Foundation

Wear new Even Better Makeup SPF 15 and something amazing happens: Without any makeup, you'll see improved clarity, a more even skin tone, the appearance of diminished age spots. Our dermatologist-developed formula will help undo the appearance of past damage. It just gets better and better 

Bobbi Brown's SPF25 Tinted Moisturising Balm (30ml) is a great alternative to foundation - and it's combined with sunscreen to benefit dry or dehydrated skin. The balm provides dry skin with a luminous glow and the SPF25 formulation gives broad-spectrum protection against damaging UVA and UVB rays. It's available in four shades: Light, Extra Light, Medium and Medium to Dark.

Estée Lauder Daywear Plus Tinted Moisturiser gives the loveliest glow

• Moisturizing formula hydrates skin, softening & easing fine, dry lines
• Leaves a natural, dewy finish
• Features an antioxidant vitamin complex that acts as a free radical scavenger to protect the skin from even the most aggressive effects of the environment
• Extremely long-wearing, stays colour true & wears evenly
• Add SPF and a sheer finish to the skin by mixing 50% Tinted Moisturizer into your Foundation
• 1.5 fl. oz./40ml
  

 Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage

• A unique two-shade system, one to match the skins depth of color & one to match otathe skins undertone
• Custom-blend your own perfect shade
• High level of pigment requires very little product to achieve complete coverage
• Always apply after foundation
• Use as an under-eye concealer only if you have darker than average shadows by mixing with Eyedration® Firming Eye Cream for a creamier, more emollient consistency
• 0.26 oz. /7.7g

YSL TOUCHE ÉCLAT Radiant Touch
Light, luminosity, radiance. The award winning, must-have, take anywhere instant highlighter that banishes shadows, erases signs of fatigue and leaves your skin looking radiant. Touche Éclat is 8 hours of sleep in a pen - the one item no woman can be without. Touche Éclat is ideal at any time of the day over bare skin, under or over foundation, crème or powder. Use this best-selling pen-brush around the eye area, the hollow of the chin, the contour of the lips and the sides of the nose. Just slip it into your bag to ensure a brilliant glow, anytime, anywhere. Suitable for all skin types.

Guerlian Terracotta

Guerlain Terracotta in a matte, pale shade - best colour for pale skins.




Benefit Dallas

non-glittery bronzer that's great foreveryday and makes you look naturally sunkissed not blingy

Benefit Hoola

Hoola is dirty brown and looks so dark on pale skins in winter time

Daniel Sandler Liquid Blush

Estee Lauder Sumptuous Mascara

Estée Lauder Double Wear  Eye Pencil

Maybeline Colour Mineral Shadow Stick 

It is as good MAC Shade Sticks

MAC jingle Jungle Lip gloss

MAC Lipstick in Creme de Cup

Suqqu Spring 2010

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The name SUQQU was derived from the Japanese word sukku-to meaning “posture with attitude”.

You can find SUQQU in Selfridges London

Noble Nuance Face Color

five-tone powder that brightens up the skin and conceals the pores with a soft focus effect

Noble Nuance Eyeshadow

each palette contains 2 matte and 2 pearly shades 

Noble Nuance Cheeks

Noble Nuance Lipstick

You need to go to Selfridges to use the actual products, 

They look ok, the packing is not that great, but it could be better,

I hate cheap looking high street brands...

Benefit You Rebel Tinted Moisturiser

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Benefit You Rebel Tinted Moisturiser, well i am using this product since Xmas time,  At first i did not like it, i complained about the coverage, also it made my t-zone more oily, but than i decided to wear my HD powder first than i used Benefit Tinted Moisturiser, the results was better than ever, i have more coverage more flawless look . Btw Benefit You Rebel has 2 shade options, One is You Rebel Lite which is good for lighter skin tones, but it will good as a concealer who likes to use lighter shades as a concealer like me.

It comes in a tube, it is 50 ML. I use it with MAC 187 brush,  i put some tinted moisturiser on my hand which is as big as an almond. than i dipped the brush to my hand and draw squares on to my face and blend it.

Now i am quite happy and i no longer look for my mac foundation.. :)

I bought it from Debenhams for 21.50 GBP but it is 20 GBP in Boots, We do not have Benefit in Boots Staines Branch..

Benefit You Rebel is in Red Tube

I can not put the pictures of my product right now, cos i lost my usb drive of my cam and also my bluetooth usb drive, i am getting crazy, i have some pictures already ready to post but if i cannot find them i can not post the pictures

Nars Jolie Poupée

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these day i become a fan of this Jolie Poupee e/s
it is very gorgeous blue purple lilac
it will look great on brown hazel eyes
i do not have this duo so i can not show you swatches, but i am thinking to buy it, i will soon write you a decent review and make some swatches..

Stay tuned for Stila Marrakesh Quad`Review

How To Clean Your Make Up Brushes

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Opps were you wondering how are you going to clean up your brushes?beauty blender, sponges, etc?
what do you think i will suggest?
1- Brush Shampoo
2- Brush Cleanser
3- Alcahol
well none of the above !!!
4- Sodium Bicarboante ( a.k.a Soda) ( baking powder)

Sodium bicarbonate is a good cleanser.. it neutralizes acid, it is also ecological..

So now

you need 1 litres of water ( hot)
60 ml Sodium Bicarboante
a big cup

fill your cup with 1 litres of hot water than add 60 ml of sodium biocarbonate
than put your make up brushes, sponges, applicators, beauty blender inside this mixture for 12 hours.
after 12 hrs just wash them with tapped water.

Beauty Blender

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Beauty Blender I have seen this little sponge on youtube videos, than i have seen on some asian bloggers, 

I have heard people saying when you started to use this little pink cute sponge, you will throw out your MAC 187 brush..

In my case, i do not like working with sponges but i do not wanna say anything negative as i might like it but with the sponges i need to wash it everyday it is more messy, i like my 187 brush.. I promise you 187 brush i will never let you down...

Rea Ann Silva and Veronica Lorenz, known in Hollywood for their natural touch, have helped create glamorous images for clients such as Alicia Silverstone, Kerry Washington and Sarah Michelle Gellar. In response to their clients, who have clamored for the secret to obtaining a pro-look at home, Silva and Lorenz decided to develop and manufacture Beautyblender. Beautyblender helps the average woman get a perfect application every time! Having a beautiful, fresh and flawless face doesn’t need to take hours, nor does it require a slew of expensive beauty application products. Beautyblender can do it all, and it makes application foolproof! Not only that, Beautyblender is the first make up applicator to bridge the gap between make up and skin care. By cleaning your Beautyblender every day with Blendercleanser, you can reduce the chance of breakouts caused by dirty applicators and, because the environment is precious, recycling Beautyblender through the Blendersender program is a great way to avoid waste and boost your good karma. Looking great has never been so easy!

Beauty Blender the Sponge    $19.95

Blend your way to a flawless face! Beautyblender was created without edges in order to eliminate visible lines and streaks.

Bounce Beautyblender against your face when applying make up. Bouncing, called stippling in the make up world, blends make up without creating changes in the texture or tone of your skin. Use Beutyblender's pointed side for hard-to-reach spots like around the nose and mouth, and under the eyes. Use the round base for foundation and blush on the larger areas of your face such as your forehead, cheeks and chin.

If you apply make up with your fingers you'll find that Beautyblender will smooth and refine your make up to provide a clean finish.

Use Beautyblender damp when applying wet/dry make up. When Beautyblender is wet it is normal for it to expand to nearly twice its original size. Wash after use and place in the Beautyblender insert pedestal to dry. You can also put Beautyblender in the Beautyblender pouch and toss it in the dryer. Be sure to use an air-dry setting; Beautyblender should not come in contact with extreme heat of any kind.

If you have problem skin Beautyblender works to cover blemishes. Use the pointed end and the stipple and twist technique to work make up into depressed areas of the face. The stippling and twisting action feathers out the make up's edges, leaving a perfect finish. 

 

Sephora Smoothing Primer

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Sephora mattifying and smoothing primer to even out the skin while reducing shine.

I am using actually testing this primer, after i had done a lot of shopping from sephora , sehphora guys give me lots of samples of this primer, oh thank you guys that was what i needed so much, i did not write this earlier cos i wanted to test if it is really working or not, 

I had tried smashbox primer also and all i can say about this Sephora primer is, it is as good as Smashbox primer.

it melts in the skin, and it is soft and nice smelling

my skin type is oily combination so even the best foundation gone off from my face after couple of hours, but after i stareted to use this primer, i see that my make up stays more longer

i strictly recommend this product.

trust me, you will like this product once you try ...

it is actually smaller than Smashbox one ..

0.05 oz 18 USD

For the British Readers Sephora is now in London The Chimes Shopping Centre ( Uxbridge)

 

Primer Potion File II

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I am thinking to buy a primer potion, normally i use Laura Mercier's powder primer, i have got the all 3 sets,

1- Laura Mercier Finishing Powder ( i am running out of it but thank god i purchased one more )

but is a bit messy to use powders, you just waste product, it just drops down to floors and clothes etc.

but there is an extra it is a really a good product, i wish i am not this messy and i remmber where i put my powder and take the picture and share it with you, but if you are one of my readers from the begining you'd now that if i do not have the product i won't say i am using. This is bigger than the other two products and more long lasting, this is a setting powder i use this over my make up

2- Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder

 this is smaller than you imagine it could finish faster than you imagine ( i finished this in 3 mnths time) this has 2 shade options shade 1 and shade 2. shade is a bit more yellow, i think it is more suitable for asian and Indian's. No offence it is my personal opinion it could work on me too, but i purchased shade 1 and perfectly fits although i am a Mediterranean and i am olive skinned. Opps before i forget it is a bit pigmented product, it is sparkling powder type so you might be sparkling like Las Vegas Lights :)

i use this after i moisten my skin.

3- Laura Mercier Mineral Finishing Powder

it is also in a small jar and i use it after i put my foundation and concelaer, before i start to do my eyes, and cheeks.

it could finish quickly ....

As on my eyes I use

Too Faced Shadow Insurance

I used only few times , i can not say much about this product, i will tell you more when i see a difference on my eye make up..

MAC Prep + Prime Eye

What i can say about this product is it is pretty long lasting, i am using this product for over a year...

and it is better than the other primers i use...

it is on a small square jar and you think it wont be long lasting cos it doesnt look much on the jar, but it has and u can use it until you finish it..  no product will be left over inside the jar...

Smashbox Lid Primer  

Create the perfect canvas for shadow application with this ultra-luxurious lid primer. Just like our best selling, award-winning face primer, this vitamin-packed formula glides on and instantly smoothes and perfects lids. Wear it alone for a flawless natural eye or under any shadow to give it the staying power to withstand anything (even the occasional all-nighter).

This revolutionary formula contains Phytomoist™, a plant-based hyaluronic acid for ultimate moisturization plus skin perfecting amino acids. Soft focus pearls help diminish the appearance of fine lines and discoloration on the lids, while the patented delivery system ensures effective results.

What i say : DO NOT THROW YOUR MONEY OUT TO THE STREET.IT IS NOT WORKING AT ALL...

so what i want to buy as a primer potion, i have got few on my mind and I am not so sure what to buy

I do not want smth in bottle especially a glass one it has a break factor

1- Shu Uemura UV UNDER BASE SPF 10

 

A weightless mousse makeup base that helps to even out skintone and texture, reduce redness and minimize the appearance of pores. Use before makeup application to prepare the face for flawless makeup.

 Well it looks very nice but it will take much space

2- Urban Decay Pore Perfecting Complexion Primer Potion

Smooth on a little Pore Perfecting Complexion Primer Potion before foundation (or alone!) to totally minimize the look of pores and fine lines. The velvety, paraben-free formula flashes down to a soft-matte finish, without the greasy, heavy feel sometimes associated with foundation primers. The result? Flawless skin with an airbrushed look and feel. Foundation applies smoothly, evenly, and won’t fade away. Ideal for oilier skin, but dry complexions who want pore perfection will love it, too.

The convenient squeeze tube includes a twist-up dispenser (like school glue!) for easy portion control.

Two unique finishes of Complexion Primer Potions are available. For skin that feels brighter and tighter, try our Brightening formula.

 Urban Decay Brightening Complexion Primer Potion

Dull skin? Fine lines? Disappearing foundation? Try Brightening Complexion Primer Potion under foundation (or alone!) for beautifully moisturized skin that looks brighter and feels tighter.

This lightweight, oil-free, paraben-free formula includes buzz-worthy ingredient Matrixyl 3000, celebrated for its ability to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Hyaluronic Filling Spheres also minimize the look of fine lines while leaving skin beautifully moisturized. Your skin will look youthful, lifted and firm, and your foundation will apply smoothly, evenly, and last longer!

Ideal for complexions that need moisture, and great for mature skin. But, our Brightening formula gives every skin type a healthy glow.

Two unique finishes of Complexion Primer Potions are available. For flawless, airbrushed skin, try our Pore Perfecting formula.

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer

Foundation Primer is a lightweight, creamy gel meant to be used prior to foundation, creating an invisible layer that acts as a buffer to outside elements.

• Just as a painter "primes" a canvas, Foundation Primer - the original - was created by Laura Mercier in 1995 to "prime" the skin
• Colorless gel leaves makeup looking fresh and colour-true the entire day
• Ideal for normal and combination skin
• Vitamins A, C, and E act as antioxidants and protect the skin from harmful, aging effects of the environment
• Cooling Foundation Primer in the refrigerator is refreshing for the skin and reduces puffiness
• 1.7 fl. oz./50ml

Laura Mercier have  3 more liquid mineral primers

1- LM Oil free foundation primer

2- LM Hydrating Foundation Primer

3- LM Mineral Primer

MAC Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder

A silky finishing powder that provides an invisible way to set makeup. Reduces shine while optically minimizing the look of pores, lines, imperfections. Available in one universal colour that suits all shades. Wear over makeup or on bare, moisturized skin.

 MAC Prep + Prime Face Protect SPF 50

A skin-protecting cream with SPF 50. Applies under makeup to prime the skin for the sun. Featherweight, fast-absorbing, oil-free, invisible. Will not affect the look, texture or long-wear integrity of your makeup. Specially formulated with oil-absorbing powder, helps prevent oil breakthrough. Provides high-level broad spectrum sun protection. Worn daily helps guard the skin against discolouration, premature aging, dryness and other effects of sun exposure. Suitable for all skins.

30 ml 1.0 US fl oz

MAC Prep + Prime Line Filler

A primer used post-foundation, pre-makeup to camouflage, soften and relax expression lines and wrinkles. Applies as a dense cream: dries to a transparent, smooth, natural matte finish. With ongoing use, clinically proven to help rejuvenate your look.

MAC Prep + Prime Skin

An ultra-fluid lotion formulated with special-effect silicones. Calms and soothes the skin, blots away excess oil, and evens out skin redness. Improves the laydown and application of foundation or powder.

Nars Make Up Primer

Preps skin with soothing botanicals to pamper the skin and create a protective base for longer-lasting, natural looking foundation application and wear. The airy, lightweight oil-free gel cream formulation helps reduce redness and inflammation while increasing hydration. Worn under foundation, powder or alone, the result is translucent, healthy looking skin.

• Helps improve skin’s clarity
• Enriched with nine natural botanicals
• Eases redness and calms inflammation

Make Up Primer with SPF

Combines soothing and hydrating ingredients with a full spectrum of sun protection to create a perfect canvas for natural-looking and long-lasting foundation application. The translucent, lightweight formula is designed to be applied before makeup or worn alone to prepare, nourish and hydrate skin, while helping to ease redness, reduce inflammation and improve the skin’s overall texture and quality. The unique dual protection formula offers protection against both UVA and UVB rays with a combined SPF 20 and PA++, and additional antioxidant protection helps to fight free radical damage. Whether worn under foundation, powder or alone, the result is translucent, healthy looking skin.

• Protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays
• Helps prevent premature signs of aging
• Eases redness and helps reduce inflammation
• Active Phytoseed Complex provides intense hydration for smoother skin

 Smashbox Photofinish Foundation Primer

Create a Perfect canvas for foundation application with this silky, lightweight blend of vitamins A & E, grape seed extract and green tea. Worn alone or under foundation to increase its longevity, our best-selling primer helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores for flawless skin with a velvety-smooth finish. In a new square airless pump for freshness to the last drop.

Oil-free! 

you see i have a long wish list waiting me to try and not sure which one to go ....