[Beauty Review]: INNISFREE COSMETICS

" Innisfree is a natural brand that shares the benefits of nature from the pristine island of Jeju allowing for vibrant beauty and pursues an eco-friendly green life to preserve the balance of nature."

In today's post, I will be sharing some of the best cosmetic products which i had hand-picked from Innisfree. 

#1 Innisfree Water Glow Cushion(No 21- Natural Beige) SPF 50+

Cushion products are insanely popular these days. Innisfree Water Glow Cushion is no exception. I would say that this cushion is best made for people with dry skin. Here I'm using No21-  True Beige. The full package of the Innisfree Water Glow Cushion comes with a mirrored compact case, instruction pamphlet as well as a removable refill. A simple pat with the enclosed sponge into the cushion picks up a small amount of product that you can blend over your face in a patting motion. When applied, there's a slight cooling effect to the skin. The foundation reveals to be creamy version however it turns into matte finish soon after. Coverage wise, It's definitely build-able but i wouldn't recommend you to apply more than a layer even though the cushion is light-weight because it can get a bit cakey so just a single layer provides you enough coverage that gets you satisfied. PS: Make sure to spritz on some facial mist before applying! Longevity wise, It's pretty lasting. The foundation has a nice scent too. 

(In case you are wondering the differences between Water Glow Cushion & Long Wear Cushion... Long Wear Cushion creates smooth, fresh and bright skin that lasts long, without being smudged by sweat and sebum whereas Water Glow Cushion creates a radiant and moisturised look) 

#2 Innisfree No-Sebum Blur Primer

This primer helps to blur out pores, allowing you to have a smooth canvas to apply makeup on. The texture is soft and it's easy to apply. It is very light-weight. It has a faint, fresh minty scent. Since it is silicone based, it also leaves your skin feeling really silky smooth. 
(This primer can be used as a base too!) 
How to apply: Take an adequate amount and spread a thin layer on areas with pores, and tap lightly. PS: It may cause flakes or clumps when used excessively, so use ONLY a small amount and spread in a thin layer by tapping.

Lastly, this primer is suitable for all skin types since it isn’t drying, nor does it accentuate dryness.

#3 Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact

Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact// a dual sebum control system: sebum absorption and sebum control. The first time I tried this I noticed a marked difference in texture to the other compact powders I've tried in the past. It's very lightweight and the white powder becomes translucent upon application, so no need to worry about a that dreaded white cast. Those of you who are sensitive to fragrance will be elated to know that this has no scent. This compact is by far the best one I've tried, I use this to apply my T-zone. It has silky soft finish and It absorbs oil instantly.

#4 Mineral Stick Concealer

Here I'm using No 2-Natural Beige. It's creamy and light-weight, easy to apply- just dab & blend with your finger tips. Good coverage that leaves a matte finish that is long lasting and brightening. 

#5 Innisfree Creamy Lip Mousse

It has a total of 7 colours. Here, I'm wearing No3- Sweet Fresh Coral. It has a very sweet, fruit like scent, very much like skittles! This is by far the best one among the other lip tint I've tried. It moisture your lips. It last up to 4-5 hours. It is crazy vivid, the pigmentation is so good! It has a matte finish and It dries into a velvety kinda feel. You could also easily create  to apply the gradient lips! (This product can be used as a blush too!) 

So, that's all for the best Innisfree cosmetics that I knew & are highly recommended.

xoxo.

[Review X Swatches]: PONY X MEMEBOX SHINE EASY GLAM 2 PALETTE

Today, I will be sharing the Pony X MeMebox Shine Easy Glam Season 2 Palette  which is the second eyeshadow palette collaboration between Pony and the ever-growing MeMebox own-brand makeup line.

 

For those of you, who are unfamiliar with Pony(Park Hye Min), she's a celebrity makeup designer Youtuber from South Korea! Since 2008, she started posting simple and easy make-up tips on her blog and had received great feedback from her followers. She soon began to publish her book and it became the best seller in Korea! Till date, she has published five make-up books.

Last but not least, The series are called 'Pony beauty diary'. Be sure to check them out! :) 

The palette is made up of 8 shadows. This shadow is filled with shimmery and glittery goodness. 

Here's the swatch:

(All the swatches were done with no primer)

As you see from the swatch above, Shine Peach doesn't show up that much but it leaves a lustrous finish. Glam Violet is more modest than shimmer. It's an orchid-pink shade with gold shimmer. Not as pigmented as it was but nonetheless, beautiful shade for an accent. Shine Rose is a baby pink with glitter. Shine Beige is one of my favorite shade. It's a wearable soft beige color with the perfect amount of shimmer for an everyday look. Shine Dew is similar with Shine Beige but it has a warmer undertone. Glam Bronze is a shimmery bronze. Glam Mocha is a shimmery warm brown with a pearl finish. Glam Choco is a shimmery chocolate brown.

NOTE: I must warn that some shades are pretty crumbly and have a lot of fall out. They are all very sparkly. The pigmentation on some is a hit or miss. To use: Primer the lids with eye primer first before applying the eyeshadows. 

What I Think......
If you love your neutrals, This is definitely the palette for you. I love the colors in this palette, they are very versatile. Out of all the colors, i like Shine Beige, Shine Dew, Glam Violet & Glam Choco. The colors can be mixed together easily too! I can create a day to day look to night time look with this palette. This palette is best for all occasions. It's a very travel friendly palette and the packaging is simple, sleek & chic. As a neutral palette fan, I am glad i got this palette! :)

Where to buy?

I bought mine from Qoo10. 

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Thanks for reading :)

[Beauty Review]: Laneige BB Cushion Pore Control SPF50+

Laneige is my favorite high end beauty products, with my love affair starting after falling in love with their Laniege Water Sleeping Pack, since then i've bought a whole host of Laneige products, each and everyone being amazing quality and just generally fantastic products. I have really grown to love them & you may have read my reviews for a few of them. Today, we are delving into their BB cushion [Pore Control].

Laneige currently has a few different types of BB Cushion in the market. This exact one you are seeing here is the latest updated version of the BB Cushion [Pore Control] (Other variants include the original BB cushion, anti-aging etc).

The full package of the Laneige BB Cushion comes with a mirrored compact case, instruction pamphlet as well as two refill cushions( one of which is already in the compact). The offical Laneige lists 5 shades which coverages from light to medium to dark skin tones although most stores tend to carry the 3 lightest tone. 

A closer look at the cushion itself, shows a soft sponge which holds the foundation. 

A simple pat with the enclosed sponge into the cushion picks up a small amount of product that you can blend over your face in a patting motion. The foundation has the classic (heavy) Laneige fragrance that will linger around for a few hours after application. I do not mind the smell but I'd prefer they make it a little milder though.

Here, I'm wearing No 21. True beige- the calm natural beige for chic and natural skin.
 Remember! Make sure you get the correct tone. You wouldn't wanna look ghastly pale or darker right? *Seek assistance if you need help in getting the suitable shade.

Doing a little finger swatching with the foundation reveals a creamy consistency. The swatch photo above is a really good representation of how creamy the foundation is.

THE FINAL VERDICT

This is my first time laying my hands on a BB cushion and I'm very impressed by the results. The Laneige BB cushion did an excellent job in the coverage, the consistency, the longevity etc. It keeps my skin hydrated throughout the day. No other breakouts, negative reactions or skin issues to report which is great! I like it how it provides a natural satin glow yet keeps my skin hydrated and moisturized and feeling lightweight is exactly what i need. Consistency wise, it has a cooling sensation after application. Coverage wise, it's definitely build-able but i wouldn't recommend you to apply more than a layer- Because once i dabbed more than necessary, it really felt heavy and uncomfortable on my skin. Just a single layer provides you enough coverage that gets you satisfied. Longevity wise,  it is long lasting than any other foundation. Best suited for dry to combination skin rather than oily skin. 

My favorite way of applying it has to be with the Laneige Water Base CC cream, adding coverage where i need it without leaving my skin look  cakey and plastered in foundation. So on days where you want to rock a 'no make-up day', you can simply dab on the cushion on the areas you need to cover up, like blemishes or uneven skin tone and your skin will look flawless with no sign of any foundation. Days where my skin is dry...This Laneige BB cushion really comes in handy. It's incredible ability to disguise my dry patches very well. Until using this bb cushion, i'd never found a product that would actually make a difference to my dry patches and would either cling onto them or just emphasize them further.

I seriously cannot recommend this Laneige BB Cushion [Pore Control] enough. It's lightweight and easy to carry it around thanks to the mirror, it has amazingly build-able coverage, it gives my skin a natural glow, it leaves a gradient radiant finish, it is also long-wearing- lasting a good 6 hours before any touch-ups are required which is impressive.  My claims might seem a bit biased for some but If you've read numerous reviews on my blog, you'll know i'm very critical over every product i reviewed.
If you are on the lookout for a new BB cushion, you certainly need to give this a try! As for me....i will most definitely be picking this up again :)

[Beauty Review]: 3CE- Glossing Waterful Foundation

I am never a supporter of heavy make-up. I prefer natural look. My daily make-up routine pretty much revolves around Eyebrow, Eyeliner, Mascara, CC cream, Concealer, Blusher & Lips. Until i tried this 3CE Glossing Waterful foundation, i was blown away by its' results. A foundation that could be so feathery light that i fall in love with it after my first try. 

Glossing Waterful Foundation comes in 4 different tone. The helpful tip above should be able to assist you in making the best choice. 

The palm sized bottle consist of 40g of the liquid foundation, which consist a beneficial SPF15 PA+ sunscreen protection.

I bought the foundation in shade: Natural Ivory because i have a fairer and light skin tone and it matches me perfectly. Otherwise, you could have chosen the pink tone too. If you have a pale-looking face, go for the warm tone. If you have an average skin tone, go for the beige. 

Nice packaging- The glass bottle is nicely wrapped in a black colored paper box. The foundation is housed in a sturdy frosted glass bottle and has a drop applicator. The lid has a very classy matte finish. 

As you can see, it has an ultra lightweight fluid consistency and leaves a soft dewy ‘wet-like’ finish. 

Overall, thumbs up for this product! This is great for an everyday foundation! It has a dewy finish and I love how it is so natural without looking caked on. The formula has very high water content so it melds into the skin with no blending required, and leaves absolutely no trace of foundation marks on the face. It has no shimmer but gives a lit-within radiant glow, and the hydrating formula works well with dry skin as it doesn’t enhance any dry patches and pores. However, due to it's light texture, it can't cover up your flaws and blemishes perfectly like other foundation. If you are worrying for blemishes, i would recommend natural make-up base or covering them with concealer to avoid applying too much foundation. As i was saying, the coverage is quite sheer which it is meant to be – it only evens out the complexion and covers small imperfections. If you have relatively good skin to begin with and like the minimum bare-face dewy look, this foundation would be your match made in heaven. Otherwise it is recommended to use a BB cream underneath this foundation for a more polished look.
PS: Before using the foundation, do remember to shake and mix well! Just apply a small amount on wide areas and spread it outwards. 


Where to buy?

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/3ce

Stylenanda Hongdae Main Store:

335-21, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul.
Tel: +82-2-333-9215
Website: en.stylenanda.com

Other Stylenanda Outlets:

Seoul Myeongdong Lotte Young Plaza level 2
Seoul Jamsil Lotte department store level 2
Daegu Lotte young plaza level 1
Incheon Lotte department store level 2

Thanks for reading and i will see you guys in my next 3CE review :)