No idea why I named this look "epicurean" but I tend to write whatever things in my head first and regret later...so for now let's just settle wit it lol.
Used:
Pure Anada Niagara Fawn mineral foundation
Thevi Mocha pressed powder (as contour bronzer)
Wet'n'Wild Heather Silk blush
e.l.f Beauty Book Neutral Eye Edition (my review/swatches here)
NYX Abu Dhabi lip cream
I know it's a little late for Halloween but I was in an urge to do a dark smoky look. Brown and black have been done before so I was flipping through my mineral samples to see if there's anything else I could use.
I saw this lovely jewel blue from Archetype Cosmetic called Black Dahlia, it's actually a dark blue (almost black) pigment with blue sparkles. I decided to incorporate it with a red pigment from NYX called Penny and used Lucky Charm, a black with purple glitter pigment from The She Space. Dirty Blonde was applied for highlight.
The result is quite dark because I did prime my lid with NYX Black Bean JEP, but I quite like it. I just wished the camera would pick up more blue because it does look bluer in real life. Oh well =)
Product used
Purple is love. Yes, I admit that I buy more purple eye shadows than any other color. It seems like purple is making a comeback this fall as they're seen in many fashion shows & professional photo shoots.
Other than purple, I share as much love for mineral pigments and I have tried many great colors from different companies.
One of the best MMU company that sells matte pigments in particular is Taylor Made Minerals but I was having a hard time making the pigment stick to my lid. Well, my wait is over because today I paired them up with Mehron Paradise Aqua Color Palette and they stick on it like a lovebirds during mating season. Other than TMM, I used some of shimmers from EG Minerals (love!) and Simply Naturals.
Here are the product used for this look
Mehron Pastel color, I used the light purple one......yes, the one with Homer on it lol.
Taylor Made Minerals Iris (main lid)
Taylor Made Minerals Coral (above crease)
EG Minerals Deep Royal Purple (crease)
EG Minerals Cascading Angels (outer corner)
Simply Naturals Creamsicle (tearduct)
(Not pictured)
EG Minerals Cafe Au Lait (highlight browbone)
L'oreal HiP Black Cream Liner
Thevi Onyx Pencil Liner
Maybelline Full'n'Soft Mascara
Finally I'm trying on Konad.
First time I heard about Konad I was cracking up because of the name.............KONAD. lol.
Doesn't it make you think dirty? ...........no? maybe it's just me then >.<
*cough* Anyway, I made an order from WowSoCool, using "nailphile" code to get 30% off. The processing time is fast, got shipping notification practically the next day & they arrived within 3 days.
The shipping is free Worldwide for $20 minimum purchase so I ordered the stamp & scraper kit, 3 plates and 1 White special polish. I know you don't need to get special polish to make it work but I wanted to make comparison so I went ahead and get one anyway.
EDIT: WOW I just found out that I did this tag back in February 2009 LOL, but that's ok, this is a good way for me to keep track of what I use and stuffs updated. Have fun (re)reading ♥♥♥
(I got this from Lollipop26)
Shampoo: Melaleuca Herbal Shampoo. Now don't let the 'herbal' scares you because this shampoo actually smells like Winter Candy Apple (so yum) and it doesn't have SLS in it. I did a quick haul/review post back then.
Conditioner: using & loving an E-tailer conditioner, it's from Get Whipped and the scent is Blood Orange Blackberry. Makes me drool just by typing it hahah.
Styling products: I don't use any, but if I have to use flat iron, I'd probably use Aussie Sydney Smooth Heat Protector.
Shower Gel: Valerie's Uncommon Scents (an e-tailer) Dark Chocolate 3 in 1...simply a crack in a bottle.
Body Moisturizer: All time favorite, Cozy Moment's Pink Lime Sugar Whipped Body Frosting. Smells & feels A M A Z I N G. Visit their Etsy here.
Deodorant: Crystal.
Fake Tan: None
Cleanser: a dermatologist's
Exfoliator: microfiber cloth
Primer: EG Minerals Face Primer Gel (love it better than MAC Prep + Prime)
Foundation Brush: EDM Flat Top Foundation Brush
Concealer: EDM Spring Concealer
Powder: Pure Anada Mineral Foundation & EG Minerals Hi Def Pro Powder
Blusher: Loving Silk Natural's Poppy & La Femme Soft Beige Blush
Bronzer: Thevi Mocha
Highlighter: Body Shop Shimmer Waves Bronze
Eyeshadow base: Too Faced Shadow Insurance
Eyeshadows: too many but I'm loving Sonia Kashuk Neutral Palette, Kat Von D Rad Purple & EG Minerals Cafe Au Lait
Eyeliner: Thevi Onyx Pencil Liner
Curler: the good cheapo ELF curler
Mascara: Rimmel Sexy Curves
Lipstick: Art Deco Glossy Lipcare Medium Rose
Lipgloss: NYX Smokey Look
Nail Colour: China Glaze Agent Lavender
Hi guys,
It's been a while since I posted a makeup related stuff, so here I'd like to answer some of fun girly questions.
1. Thing you cannot leave the house without ?
My Iphone
2. Favorite Brand of makeup?
None in general but I have more NYXs & Urban Decays compare to others, does that count?
3. Favorite Flower ?
Sakura & Plumeria (love both their look & smell)
4. Favorite clothing store?
Forever 21
5. Favorite Perfume?
At the moment, Chanel Chance
6. Heels or flats?
Flats, comforts before styles
7. Do you make good grades?
I believe I have the capacity
8. Favorite colors?
That would be Black, although Black isn't considered a color =P
9. Do you drink energy drinks?
Nope
10. Do you drink juice?
Yes
11. Do you like swimming?
My favorite sport
12 .Do you eat fries with a fork?
Whaaat? no.
13. Favorite Moisturizer?
None for face, but I love Cozy Moment's Whipped Body Frosting for body.
14. Do you want to get married later on in life?
I do.
15. Do you get mad easily?
I get pissed off easily but I'd think twice to get actually mad.
16. Are you into Ghost Hunting?
I am always intrigued about supernatural things although I get chickened out in the end LOL
17. Any phobias?
Dark.
18. Do you bite your nails?
Used to.
19. Have you ever had a near death experience?
Nope *knock on wood*
20. Do you drink coffee?
Yes, they're not good for you but I love it.
If you read my last FOTD post, you must have noticed I've been wearing Pure Anada Mineral Foundation. I tested out this mineral company back in 2007 when I was just starting out with minerals. I found this Canada-based mineral company to be ethnic-friendly, meaning they have various shades and skin tones available to women with colors. Candace, the owner of Pure Anada is a total sweetheart. I was having problems finding my shade and she helped me through & through. I sent her my shade with other foundation via post and she mailed me back the exact shade of Pure Anada Mineral Foundation full size, to try out.
Unfortunately I was being too excited trying all different kinds of MMU and had forgotten about Pure Anada. Not until recently I fell in love again with the perfect shade & coverage I want, and my skin has been loving the finish and how it captures in picture.
My shade is "Niagara Fawn", an Olive undertone.
I wasn't paid doing this review but merely an excitement of finding a 'new' old love.
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