Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Review: Urban Decay Naked Smoky Eyeshadow Palette

Review and swatches at crystalxoxo.blogspot.com

Smoky eyes? Yes please! Seriously, who doesn't love dramatic, dark, smoky eyes? 

Today's review will be on the long awaited Urban Decay Naked Smoky eyeshadow palette! It is something all makeup enthusiast would get.

Should you get the Naked Smoky palette? We'll see what the hype is all about, and whether it is something every girl should purchase. I am so excited to do a review on this, and there will be color swatches too!

Let's take a look...

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Review: The Saem Saemmul Single Blusher

mandarin kiss, naked peach, orchid rumor


Here is another Korean cosmetic brand which I really like - The Saem. It is a pretty popular high street brand in Korea, similar to Innisfree, Etude House, Nature Republic, Holika Holika, and the likes.

I love korean cosmetics. Most of them have good quality, affordable pricing and adorable packaging. It's too bad The Saem isn't available here in Malaysia.

Today's review is on The Saem Saemmul Single Blusher. I bought these online in 3 shades: Mandarin Kiss, Naked Peach and Orchid Rumor.

Let's take a look...

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Review: Holika Holika Wonder Drawing 1 Sec. Finish Browcara (Natural Brown & Dark Brown)

Swatch Swatches How to apply browcara

Browcara. As you can probably tell from the word, it is a mascara for your eyebrows. Browcaras aren't new in the market. The first time I came across a browcara was in 2012, but I didn't think of giving it a try as I was perfectly comfortable with using a pencil to fill in my eyebrows.

Occasionally, I would come across reviews on how a browcara is a must-have item in a girl's makeup bag. I decided to give it a try.

This review is on Holika Holika Wonder Drawing 1 Sec. Finish Browcara. I will be reviewing two shades: Natural Brown and Dark Brown.

Let's take a look...

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Review: Aritaum Water Sliding Tint

Pink Prism, Pinky Fruity, Fruit Punch, Sparkling Coral, Crazy Ruby, Cosmopolitan, Review


Hey girls! Now if you have dry, chapped lips, you can totally understand how difficult and frustrating it is when choosing lipsticks. I have found quite a lot of amazing lipsticks suited for dry lips. I keep these. As for lipsticks which accentuate my chapped lips? I convert them into cream blushes.

Today's review is on Aritaum Water Sliding Tint. I have these in 6 gorgeous shades, and trust me, these lipsticks are definitely keepers!

Lets take a look...

Saturday, July 18, 2015

Review: Yadah Auto Lip Crayon


Hello Ladies! I have this insane obsession over lip products. I'm constantly on a buying rampage for lipsticks, lip glosses, lip tints, balms... you name it.

I have dry lips, which is why I am always on the search for good, moisturizing lipsticks which will give my lips a smoother appearance.

Today's review is on Yadah Auto Lip Crayon. I got these in two shades: Tangerine Orange and Cotton Candy.

Let's take a look...

Thursday, July 9, 2015

Review: Fancl Mild Cleansing Oil



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Okay, so here is another review on cleansing oils. Double cleansing has been a part of my skincare routine for years now. I have always been using DHC Deep Cleansing Oil. It's gentle, removes my makeup completely, I love it.


But since I was in Japan last month for vacation, I decided to get a bottle of Fancl Mild Cleansing Oil. I will also be doing a comparison between Fancl and DHC cleansing oils.

Let's take a look...

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Review: Nature Republic Super Aqua Max Soft Peeling Gel

Exfoliation has many benefits to your skin. It rejuvenates your skin and completely improves your complexion.

There are two types of exfoliants: physical and chemical. The difference between physical and chemical exfoliant is - physical exfoliant uses micro beads as a scrub, while chemical exfoliant does not contain micro beads. Instead, chemical exfoliant contains active ingredients such as BHA, AHA, etc.

Peeling gels are a gentler alternative to slough off all those dead skin cells. Today's review is on Nature Republic Super Aqua Max Soft Peeling Gel.

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Review: Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen (SPF50+ PA+++)

The importance of wearing sunscreen. Are you wearing sunscreen right now? If you are not, you should be! It is best to use a sunscreen which offers UVA and UVB protection.

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen offers both UVA (PA+++) and UVB (SPF50) protection. This sunscreen from Biore is part of line made specifically for their Japanese market.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Review: Missha Super Aqua Pore Correcting Blackhead Melting Oil Gel

Blackheads and whiteheads are one of the annoying things we all have to go through in life.

I do not suffer from much blackheads myself. It is all mostly whiteheads in the skin around my nose - I suppose I am lucky in a sense, but still, its a problem I've been battling for years.

This leads me to my review on Missha Pore Correcting Blackhead Melting Oil Gel. I have had such positive results with this product and I am so excited to share this with you peeps!

Friday, May 22, 2015

Review: Innisfree White Tone Up Sleeping Pack

Ah, the joys of Korean skincare. Sleeping packs are very popular in Korea and Japan. Sometimes these are called sleeping masks, but they are both essentially the same thing. It is something you apply as the last step of your skincare routine before going to bed.

Sleeping packs are different from night creams or moisturizer. They are lighter in texture and is meant to be left on overnight.

Today's review will be on Innisfree White Tone Up Sleeping Pack.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Review: Skin Food Rice Mask (Wash Off)

Rice has amazing skin benefits, and Japanese ladies have known this for centuries. Rice beauty products are usually very gentle and is suitable for all skin types. Rice is excellent for skin brightening, skin lightening and it also helps in reducing pore size.

This is a review on Skin Food Rice Mask (Wash Off) and it is one of Skin Food's bestselling products.

Friday, May 8, 2015

Review: Sephora - Full Action Extreme Effect Mascara (Blue)

I have been searching around for the perfect blue mascara. A mascara that has a very pigmented, electric blue.

This is a review on Sephora Full Action Extreme Effect Mascara in No.04 Blue.

I'm pretty much on the fence when it comes to Sephora house brand products. Sephora lip stains are incredible, while on the other hand, Sephora eyeshadows are flaky and difficult to blend.

Lets take a look at their mascara.

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Review: DHC - Deep Cleansing Oil

Double cleansing my face is an essential part of my night skincare routine. The method is to use an oil cleanser to remove makeup and dirt, followed by a gentle foam cleanser to wash away remaining impurities.

This is a review on DHC Deep Cleansing Oil.

DHC is a brand from Japan, and the Deep Cleansing Oil is one of their bestsellers.