First off, I really hate taking LOTDs at night because I just don't like how the colors would look compared to if I took it with natural lighting.
Thus, the photos I am going to feature aren't in the usual 'format', because it is harder to take those shots at night. So here is me making do with flash.

I just got back from a little workshop, which I will blog about in due time. I am not blogging about it now because I took about 300 photos and am not in the mood to sort those out right now. I have to compensate for loss time and get cracking on my school project. Thus, the entry about the workshop would most probably be up either tomorrow, or Sunday.

But here is the look I wore today.

And to make up for the lack of photos, here's a random one.
Also featuring my wardrobe 'collage', which I love. ha!

Products Used

FACE
- Monistat Chafing Relief Powder-Gel (primer)
- Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation
- Revlon Loose Powder (to set)

EYES
- Urban Decay Primer Potion
- NYX Jumbo Pencil in Lemon (shadow base)
- Silky Girl Funky Eyelights in Gold (shadow base)
- Maybelline Eye Studio in Venice Carnival (gold color - inner corner)
- Silky Girl Eyeshadow Duo in xx (lime green - outer corner)
- Rhomlon Eyeshadow in Black (crease)
- 28 Color Palette (warm brown - blend over crease)
- 28 Color Palette (highlight shade)
- MAC Powerpoint Liner in Engraved
- Cover Girl Lash blast (oodles and oodles of it!)

CHEEKS
- NARS blush in Exhibit A
- NARS blush in Orgasm (over Exhibit A)
- ELF Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder in Luminance (highlight)

LIPS
- nothing on!
Well I did have stuff earlier in the day, but I don't have anything on in the photos as it wore off when I drank/ate etc.

For those who read through the products used list, you might be wondering as to why I had layered my NARS blushes.
Well I initially dusted on Exhibit A really lightly but even then it came on a little too 'red' for my liking, at least with this eyeshadow combination. So that is why I layered Orgasm over it, to make it a little peachier/pink-er and also to give it a sheen.

I am on a roll with LOTDs!
It seems that with doing colored looks I feel more motivated to do LOTD entries?
In the past where I mainly wore neutral looks, it just felt like all the looks ended up looking the same on camera. That's probably why I never bothered taking them as often.

A quick word about the workshop I had attended, for those wondering what it is about.
It is a Facial Remodeling workshop and it was basically demonstration and talk based? It wasn't so much for introducing a particular product but instead introducing a procedure. The topic touched on in the workshop might not be of interest to everyone as it is slightly related to cosmetic surgery.
I would say it was an interesting experience overall, and I do want to share it with you guys.
For now, here's a teaser photo (the only one I really bothered resizing!):

That's not me, by the way! (just in case someone thought so)

Thanks for reading!

I love love love the Magical Tannsu gel liners and I am pretty sure they are the same as the ones on Coastal Scents. Though I am not 100% sure and I really don't like to compare it that way. Coastal Scents is known to get some of their stuff from suppliers so it's not a big deal if Magical Tannsu is carrying the same thing as well. You know?

But point being, here are some gel liners I received.
(Again, I say 'haul' in titles and tags cause I'm OCD about organization this way.)
I was sent these to try out and I guess as a token of appreciation by the owner of Magical Tannsu. Long story short, I helped a friend from Malaysia get her hands on some MT liners by ordering it, and handing it to her cousin who lives in Singapore and was going back to Malaysia. Hope that wasn't confusing!
So I really appreciate being sent these gel liners to try out as I have been looking into getting the whole arsenal of colors.

Rose Jelly.

Witch
Now this color is GORGEOUS. I don't even know where to start with explaining how pretty this is. The thing about it is that this product seems to photograph a little bit blue. I mentioned it to Weiduo and apparently she has the same problem as well. How intriguing, but from the swatch below you can see the true color of it. I had to adjust the white balance in the above photo just so it shows up more true to life.

Swatches!

I think that I would be using these more of as a cream shadow base instead of a gel liner.
I have heard (about coastal scents eyeliners) that these work great for that as well. I mean how often do we really rim our eyes with bright purple eyeliner, versus how often we use a purple cream shadow base, yes?

If anyone is interested, you can check these liners out here!
Edit: Right now the color Witch isn't available on the website just yet, will update this entry or tweet if it is available.

Awhile back I tweeted about receiving a Make Up For Ever voucher from a good friend of mine. For those wondering, he got it by helping them do product shots of their point of sale in ION's Sephora and also the typical sort of makeup shots you see in magazines? Like smudge lipstick, powdered eyeshadow, etc. It wasn't just my friend, it was a team of them (i think) and apparently Make Up For Ever 'paid' them with vouchers. Seeing as my friend doesn't wear makeup, he handed the voucher to me. How sweet. haha!

Right now the backstory is done, I can get on with the entry. I am going to talk briefly about my experiences there, just for those who are interested.

The voucher is only applicable at their main branch (located here), so I have to admit that the idea of going to their main store seemed a little scary. I might just be thinking too much but when visiting a makeup counter/store for the first time I get rather intimidated by it. Don't ask me why. It's probably the fear of not knowing what to expect? Would I be ignored, would the MAs be helpful etc.

But overall, I had a very positive experience at Make Up For Ever. I was served by a male MA called Eddie (I think - because I distinctively remember him saying his name was Eddie, but the receipt printed Herddie? Hm, but I guess it doesn't matter).
For identification purposes, Eddie is a lanky Malay guy with really cool fro-esque hair and rimmed glasses. I feel like a detective, ha!

The point is, Eddie was friendly and patient, I didn't feel pressured about making decisions or anything, as I do sometimes with other MAs? I was undecided between the HD Foundation and the Mat velvet + and he swatched both on me, taking the time to explain the differences in them. I remember when I first mentioned I wanted to try the HD Foundation, his immediate response was to let me know it was a sheer-medium coverage foundation and all. Very informative, helpful and friendly. I am in no way advertising for them here! I just think that with good service like that you make customers feel comfortable and happy and willing to go back. One of the major pluses was that the shade I picked up in the end was an exact match to my skintone. It's probably not a big deal but I always fear picking up the wrong shade because of an MA's inability to tell which is the best match. I guess we can suggest if it is too light/dark but some MA's are very insistent and you take their (wrong) word for it and.... yeah, well thankfully this wasn't the case.

But now that I have ranted for so long, here's what I got:

Thanks to everyone who recommended various items on twitter when I announced that I would be picking up my very first MUFE product. I checked out all the products recommended and they were all cool, but in the end I opted for what I had always wanted from Make Up For Ever.
I got this instead of Mat Velvet + as I am looking for a slightly sheer-rer and more dewy looking foundation. I love how this looked compared to Mat Velvet + when Eddie swatched them on my face to compare, hence I got it!

My shade if anyone is interested, 125.
And it costs SGD75.

As much as I love this foundation I don't think I could use it right now, while I am breaking out badly.
I got this because I loved how it look and I can't wait to use it once my skin has cleared up considerably!

It's almost there, I'm attempting to down tons of water instead of coffee.
Super long entry, I'm sorry it's so wordy, and thank you for reading!

Following in the foot steps of Diana and Sophia, I've decided to list down my Christmas wishlist as well.

Though I do celebrate christmas, it's not quite the western way whereby you run to your parents/relatives with a list and they get what's on there. It is the I'll-get-you-what-I think-you-want method. Which usually ends up with me getting random t-shirts or knitted scarfs and sweaters? I don't mind that, I mean receiving something is better then receiving nothing. My point in this? I doubt I'll end up getting anything on this list, but it's fun to plot one anyway. (:

plus I think the best part of Christmas is really the feast, above everything else.
p.s. I am not Christian, but celebrate Christmas because we used to celebrate it with my god-parents who are Catholic. So the feast, caroling, gift exchange and all that is something we are used to doing? I really don't know the backstory.

Okay, here's my list and you'll be surprised to know how little makeup is on here!
(or maybe not?)

iTouch
For some reason I'd rather get an iTouch then an iPhone, so yes this is something I've been wanting for almost a year now.

Sony HDR-XR500V
Just cause I want a good cam-corder to record videos and all on. I believe this is the one Blair (juicystar07) uses, amazing quality.

Baume De Rose - By Terry
Very frivolous to want this seeing as it costs close to a hundred bucks and it's not totally a makeup-makeup item? Still, it's nice to just wish for it.

Polaroid camera - not exactly this, it can even be the new age/modernised one for all I care.
I've been wanting a polaroid camera for-ever. Granted the old ones are hard to find, expensive and the films are costly to up-keep. I guess an alternative would be the get the modern polaroid cameras with the much smaller film.

Action Sampler
Have been wanting this for a long time, but it's not at the top of the list of the film cameras I want, so that's why I haven't gotten it yet.

Golden Half
Super cool film camera, love this little thing but like the action sampler, it wasn't the top of the list. Though it's something I want to get my hands on eventually!

Okay, I feel rather frivolous after typing this entry. I know it might seem like I want a lot? But I know I wouldn't be able to get all these at one go anyway, so it's like listing down some products I've been wanting and borrowing the mood of Christmas to post it up here.
The reason why there isn't much makeup? I sort of prefer buying makeup products on my own, unless I get gift money or gift vouchers. For some reason, I just prefer it this way.

I want the new macbook pro too, but I'm not giving up on my current one just yet. Besides, that's more of an academic need than a want? Hmm.
Everyone's tagged! You can list your list (no pun intended) below as well, if you don't blog or don't feel like blogging it.

Another tutorial of a past Look of the Day.
I've been trying to clear the requests for past Look of the Day tutorials as I already have photos for those so in general they are a little faster to get done.

View original LOTD blog entry.

Products Used (in this tutorial):
EYES
- Urban Decay Primer Potion
- MAC Artifact Paintpot
- LA Girl Platinum Eyeshadow in Sterling
- LA Girl Platinum Eyeshadow in Snowflakes
- LA GIrl Platinum EYeshadow in Crushed Cranberries
- 28 Color Palette (colors mentioned)
- Magical Tannsu Gel Liner
- MAC Plushlash Mascara

CHEEKS
- MAC Mineralized Blush in Merrily
- MAC Refined MSF (highlight)

LIPS
- NYX Round Lipstick in Circe
- Majolica Majorca Lipgloss in BE 205

To see the youtube tutorial:
YOUTUBE// Tutorial: Crushed Cranberries & Snowflakes (LOTD)

This really isn't very new news.
If you follow me on twitter or dailybooth you would have noticed me talking about pressing pigments/mineral eyeshadows for awhile now. It's because I haven't had the time to sit down and post an entry on here till now, so I do apologize for the slight belated-ness of this!

Not too exciting a haul, just some basic items.

Lets start off with the empty palettes.
These palettes are magnetic and it comes with the palette case itself along with 12 empty pans. I had purchased this from Magical Tannsu.
I don't exactly remember the price of it, nor do I think it is in the 'regular' catalog on MT. I simply had a sudden desire to press pigments and remembered Magical Tannsu carrying magnetic empty palettes before. So I contacted the owner, Weiduo about it and she said she still carries them. I don't know how many pieces are available though. I think they should be about SGD11.90, but then again I don't have the best memory.

As you can see I've pressed a couple of loose shadows, but the NYX Pearl shadow thingy (top left/pink shade) was a complete FAIL. It was probably the wrong method and using alcohol alone wasn't enough. I am still in the experimental phase of pressing loose mineral shadows so I don't feel confident enough to do a video about pressing mineral eyeshadows just yet. Pressing (MAC) pigments seems like an easy feat as all you need is rubbing alcohol. However when it comes to mineral eyeshadows, it becomes a whole lot more complicated. I'll keep you guys posted on the success of filling up my palettes without the shadows falling apart, I am currently experimenting with a certain mixing medium. If it works, I will do a video about pressing mineral eyeshadows with it!

Moving on, I had gotten another 'second-hand' makeup item.
Though this time it was a brand new second hand; which means I bought it from a seller not a company, but the product itself is brand new and unused.
The item I picked up was a MAC Tendertone in the shade Warm Smile

(I was too eager and swatched it before shooting it, hence...)

I've heard so much about MAC Tendertones, on how they smell incredibly good, which I do second! They do not have the typical vanilla scent that most MAC lip products are packed with. Though I do love the vanilla scent, the tendertones smell equally good. I can't quite seem to list a similar scent, but it seems like a mix of kiwis and berries. Something very fruity, but not perfume-fruity either.

I've heard MAC Tendertones not being the best in terms of pigmentation since they are afterall semi-lipbalms, so I guess I wasnt expecting too much on that fact. The color still does show up and it is still a pretty beige-nude shade on.
Here's a lip swatch, with a comparison to my natural lip color, to show the amount of pigmentation it gives.

My regular lip color

Swatch of MAC Tendertone in Warm Smile

I guess I just like how it gives a bit of a milky coat over the top of my lips, though it doesn't alter my lip color too much.
And a full face shot, just for the fun of (:

That's the haul! I haven't been updating on here very much with beauty-related stuff. I do have a couple of things I want to talk about as soon as I get the chance to. Just bear with me for a little! It's as if someone changed the difficulty level of my school assignments to 'Insane' or something, cause that's what it feels like.
I hope this entry wasn't too boring or hard to understand. It's been a little over 30 something hours without sleep and I can feel my brain dying.

But I seem like I'm whining, so I shall stop.
Thanks everyone for reading!

First off, credits for this eyeshadow combination would have to go to MichellePhan for her seductive vampire tutorial.
A look that she had done primarily for the Halloween season and while I am definitely not dressing up for Halloween right now, I loved the eyeshadow combination she had used so I adopted it and twisted it into something a little more wearable.
Though in my opinion aside from the heavy liner, the eyeshadow look, or rather the whole look itself is quite wearable if you are the daring sort; Minus the pale pasty skin for the vampire effect.

Here's a still from her tutorial video. Credit in this image goes to Michelle Phan.

Do note that this is my take on it and I definitely did not use the same products she did. Neither did I do it the same way.
I was merely inspired by her look. I realized in the tutorial she has red lips on but that's not what I feel comfortable running around broad daylight in, so I made some minor changes to it.

Products Used
(I'm trying to be more detailed with it, so that would explain why the Product list seems so long. And I'm also working the right color to use for it.)

FACE:
- Kawaii Tokyo Brighten Up gel in Herbal Forest (moisturizer)
- Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation
- Canmake color stick in 07 (undereye concealer)
- MAC Studio Finish Concealer
- Lumiere Cosmetics Invisiveil (to set)
- MAC Solar Riche Bronzer

EYES:
- Urban Decay Primer potion
- MAC Artifact Paintpot (outer 1/2 of the eye only)
- Maybelline Eye Studio quad in Autumn Spirit (lightest color - all over lid)
- L'oreal Infinite Wear in Brazilian Duo (rustic red shade - outer half)
- Rhomlon Eyeshadow in Black (outer-v)
- MAC Powerpoint Liner in Engraved
- L'ancome Fatale Mascara

CHEEKS:
- Magical Tannsu 6pc Foundation and Contour (contour)
- MAC blush in Intenso (solid side)
- ELF Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder in Luminance (highlight)

LIPS:
- Canmake Lip Concealer in 01
- NYX Round Lipstick in Circe
- Nivea Lipbalm in Cherry (slight reddish tint, not obvious but less nude)

And here's my take on it.
Again, I'm not saying I look like Michelle Phan or my look is similar to hers, it's merely inspired by. Just have to put that there cause some people might try to be funny about it. I'm sure most you all understand what I am getting at (:

Ha, if I were to be a vampire I'd be a tanned one. Porcelain skin and me don't go too well together.
I managed to take photos of my outfit too since I haven't posted an outfit entry in awhile.
I was wearing my combat boots, but pity they couldn't be featured in the picture as well. Though I'm pretty sure most of you guys know what it looks like from earlier entries and videos.

Spaz pose, I know, but I was trying to get my face and as much of my body in the frame!

Top (tunic and vest) combination from Hong Kong,
Leggings from Forever 21.
Necklace from Forever 21
Boots from Dr Martens.

I don't always list where I get what since some of them are random brandless ones. But if they are items you can purchase from known stores, I'll list it.
And last but not list, a cool-ass-teen-wannabe-gangster shot, just for the record.
That just sounded like a bunch of random mad tags.

Okay, on a slightly serious note, say goodbye to faded auburn/whatever color it has become hair.
I'm getting my hair colored tomorrow (Wed 11/11) - LOL at the coincidental date, not planned, I'm not one of those scene kids that need everything done on the same numeral (e.g. 09/09/09)

Not going to reveal the color yet, primarily because I'm not 100% sure myself. But we'll see. (:
Thanks for reading!

For those who have not heard, Stage Cosmetics (available in Singapore and Malaysia) is having a sale-type thing.
A couple of their products, namely concealer, eyeliner, eyeshadow etc, are going for S$10!
This discount is on-going until the 22nd of November so be sure to check it out if you haven't!
(I am not sure if such a sale is available in their Malaysia branches.)

I'm going to honest I never did think much of this brand. However, it seems that a couple of people have been raving about their concealer recently.
Since there was so much hype about it and it was on discount, I figured there was no harm in picking one up.

Yeap, that was the only thing I got. I was trying to convince myself not to get too crazy with spending on makeup with Christmas around the corner.

My shade is in 04 Buff, however I would not say it's the best match for me?

Going to Stage, I did not do any research before hand on the shades they carried so I was a little surprised that they only carried 6 shades, and 6 fairly light shades at that. I think this was the 3rd darkest shade or something, I am not sure. The Makeup Artist swatched a couple of the shades and this was the closest match. Even then it's not the exact same color as my skintone.

Comparing this to my MAC concealer which is a lot closer to my skintone then this is:

p.s. colors seem slightly washed out, this makes me look porcelain.

It's almost half a shade to one shade lighter? The Stage concealer that is.
However though it doesn't match it's still something I can pull off. It does not seem as if I have white patches on my face or anything, so I guess that's good.

Thus far I can say that this concealer is indeed creamy.
Almost similar to the texture of Bobbi Brown concealers.
I can't judge about anything else just yet, but from what I've heard it sounds amazing.
Can't wait to try it out!
I do wish they had a slightly larger range of shades to choose from. But it doesn't matter, I could overlay some shades from the Magical Tannsu camouflage palette if need be.

So that is it for my one item haul.
Anyone else picked this up from the sale?

I Nuovi is currently having this super cool program where you can stand the chance to shop at I Nuovi for free!
Sounds pretty cool doesn't it?

I was informed of this program by mail and I thought it was something really interesting and something you guys might be interested in.
Just a quick word though, this is open to those residing in Singapore only, not my choice! I'm just spreading the word, I don't set the rules.
I am sure most of you are familiar with the brand I Nuovi right now with the reviews, sales information and all that so I shan't go into detail about explaining the brand.

Now I am sure you want to hear the details.
Here is a poster with the information on it but I feel the poster might not be indepth enough. Because I was a little unsure of the program when reading it the first time around. It's not complicated, but it was just not too clear on what the requirements of the program are. However, I did discuss it with Deborah (of I Nuovi) via mail to clear any doubts I had, so I will provide an explanation of the event for those unsure after reading the poster.
(click on poster image to view full size)

The program:
Simply sign up for the program by filling up the form in the format stated in the poster (where to mail to is also listed in the poster). Within 1 working day, they will let you know if you have been chosen for the program.
If you have been chosen for the program, you will receive a S$40 I Nuovi voucher and also a complimentary brow trim card (which is something you don't have to do, but it would be better if you do). What would be required of you is to visit 2 of their outlets as listed in the options (in poster). Either A or B only. After spending your gift voucher and having your brows attended too, all that's left is to feedback to I Nuovi (via e-mail I suppose, they will elaborate further if you're chosen) about the services. You do not have to blog about it if you do not wish to. From what I gather, you might also stand a chance to win another S$40 Voucher on top of what you have been offered in the program if you submit your reviews before 20th November 2009.

So that is all I know from my end. I am not in this program nor am I working for I Nuovi.
I just get sent these mailers and if I think it's something interesting that you guys might like, I'll be sure to let you all know about it!

I guess if you have any more queries about it, it's best to contact the staff directly as I've listed down everything I understand and know of this situation.
Good luck and for those who do get chosen, have fun shopping!

Remember, the deadline is 20th November 2009. And if you get your feedback in before that date, you stand to win more!