I purchased this cushion compact from Watson while backpacking in Thailand. I found this in Bangkok, and was excited to try out a drugstore cushion foundation. I believe I paid around 599 baht so that's about 17 US dollars which is quite steep for a drugstore product. After I came back to New York, I found out that the drugstores here are carrying the new L'Oreal magic lumi cushion compact foundation as well. I found some at Bed, Bath, and Beyond for $15.99, but there weren't much shades to choose from because these sell out quick. I went to Ulta, and couldn't find any to my surprise:/ I will find the US version and do a comparison video soon to let you know my opinion on this. As far as the Thai version, this doesn't have much luminosity to the finish on the skin. It's more of a natural/satin finish which I like. This also has SPF29 which is probably higher than the US version. This shade in N3 Nude Miracle is definitely too light for me. I tried N4 from the US version in the store, and that seemed to match my current tan so I might just pick that one up along with a Warm undertone one to compare. The cool thing about cushion compact is that you can customize your own shades and not worry about spilling. I took my Laneige one to Hawaii and Thailand. I absolutely loved having it with me. Cushion compact cuts my makeup routine in half, and I love how the sponge applicator can work for face makeup as well as padding in concealers so I don't need brushes for neither. The best thing is that they come with spf and look very natural on the skin. The compact has mirror so it's great for doing touchups on the go. I like to mix in some darker shades of foundation I have into the sponge to customize my compact. Although this N3 shade comes off too pale for me right now, I can easily put some liquid foundation that's in a darker shade to make this more suitable for my current tan. Once you finish using a cushion compact, you can always add your own mixture of liquid foundations in the vault, and continue using it. It's easy to wash the sponge and the applicator if you want, or you can buy replacement applicator off of ebay, amazon, or asian beauty stores. Watch my review above for more details:)
Beautiful rose gold and white packaging, but the top does collect fingerprints easily.
The finish is natural/satin, and the coverage is about medium on this Thai version. I have to get the US version to try and compare. Stay tuned for updates:)
I purchased these from LimeCrime's website, and I believe Urban Outfitters carries their products as well. The Venus II palette retails for $32, and you can get the Venus I & II bundle deal for $45. The Velvetines are $20 each, but some of the shades are currently on sale for $16. I also included a makeup tutorial using all of these products below the product swatches so be sure to check out:)
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Squash - Light Orange (mustard orange like carrot puree) Inspired by rose petals, Velvetines go on liquid and dry to a velvety-matte finish. Touch-proof, transfer-proof & utterly addictive!
Ingredients: Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Synthetic Beeswax, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isododecane, Flavor (Aroma), Kaolin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol. May Contain [+/-]: Red 30 Lake CI 73360, Titanium Dioxide CI 77891, Iron Oxides CI 77491 CI 77492 CI 77499, Red 6 Lake CI 15850, Red 7 Lake CI 15850, Yellow 5 Lake CI 19140, Manganese Violet CI 77742, Red 27 Lake CI 45410, Red 28 Lake CI 45410, Blue 1 CI 42090. VEGAN/CRUELTY-FREE.
Net Wt. 0.088 fl oz / 2.6ml
VENUS is back -- and she's badder than ever!
A follow up to the cult-favorite that spearheaded the reddish-brown eye trend of 2015 year, VENUS2 is the darker sister who slays with 8 full-size, recklessly pigmented eyeshadows that will take your makeup game to the next level.
VENUS2 boasts a variety of distinct shades that create equally distinct looks. 'Filter' is a throwback to Buffalo 66; 'Boot' bursts with nebula-like sparkle; 'Jam', 'Mud' and 'Mustard' create a classic early 90's eye; while 'Pigeon' and 'Fly' elevate the palette into a nu-grunge necessity.
Pigeon (pearl): Brown/green shift Filter (glow matte): Luminous cornflower blue Marsh (glow matte): Mossy grey-green Mustard (creamy matte): The color of corduroy Fly (pearl): Ivory/green green shift, like the wing of a fly Jam (creamy matte): Pumpkin spice creamy matte Mud (creamy matte): Rich burgundy-brown, the color of spoiled fruit Boot (sparkle matte): Nebula black with multi-color sparkle
Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Isopentyldiol, Silica. May Contain [+/-]: Yellow 5 Lake CI 19140, Mica CI 77019, Titanium Dioxide CI 77891, Iron Oxides CI 77491 CI 77492 CI 77499, Bismuth Oxychloride. VEGAN/CRUELTY-FREE.
Net Wt. 0.564oz / 16g
A tutorial featuring all the LimeCrime products I hauled.
I purchased these new Charlotte Tilbury sets from Beautylish during their $20 gift card for every $100 purchase event. I didn't pick up one more set since there are four in total because I thought it would be something similar to what I've owned. You can also purchase these from CT's direct website, as well as net-a-porter which is even better because you get cashback through Ebates. These are $39 each.
Give the gift of truly mesmerising eyes with my NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE Trinket duo. I’ve paired my NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW with a mini ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil in specially-selected colour combinations, to help you create a classic smokey cat eye with perfect ease.
The NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW was inspired by the hypnotic gaze of wild cats in the night and the way cat eyes emit light outwards. The concentrated colour is designed to add a sultry, feline look to your lids, giving eyes depth and dimension for a 3D effect, while luminosity-boosting agents help diffuse light and add radiance, and blackout pigment gives a metallic effect that’s perfect for the party season.
For added allure, define your eyes with my award-winning ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil. With the smooth application of a liquid liner but the sooty, pigment-rich result of a kohl, it glides on easily and gives a long-lasting finish, so you can rock all night without losing your kohl.
NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE contains:
NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW in Midnight Seduction – a sparkling midnight-blue hue that compliments brown eyes
Mini ROCK ‘N’ KOHL in Sapphire Sex – a shimmering azure shade.
ROCK N KOHL: ISODODECANE, SYTHETIC WAX, HYDRROGENATED POLYDICYCLOPENTADIENE, PEG/PPG-18/18 DIMETHICONE, POLYBUTENE, GLYCERYL, TRIBEHENATE/ISOSTEARATE/EICOSANDIOATE, NYLON-12, POLETHYLENE, PERFLURONONYL DIMETHICONE, POLYGLYCERYL-4, DIISOSTEARATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACATE/SYNTHETIC BEESWAX, PEARL POWDER (MARGARITA POWDER), COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX (COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, MICA (CI 77019) [MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR: IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)
Although the shadows and liners are all packed with shimmers, metallic finishes, and micro-glitters, you definitely need a primer for the shadows. The liners are very creamy, smooth, and blendable if you work fast enough, but it sets and stays put after maybe few seconds. I would suggest to use the liners first as a base to smudge it out, and then top it off with the shadows to avoid heavy creasing.
Give the gift of truly mesmerising eyes with my NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE Trinket duo. I’ve paired my NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW with a mini ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil in specially-selected colour combinations, to help you create a classic smokey cat eye with perfect ease.
The NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW was inspired by the hypnotic gaze of wild cats in the night and the way cat eyes emit light outwards. The concentrated colour is designed to add a sultry, feline look to your lids, giving eyes depth and dimension for a 3D effect, while luminosity-boosting agents help diffuse light and add radiance, and blackout pigment gives a metallic effect that’s perfect for the party season.
For added allure, define your eyes with my award-winning ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil. With the smooth application of a liquid liner but the sooty, pigment-rich result of a kohl, it glides on easily and gives a long-lasting finish, so you can rock all night without losing your kohl.
NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE contains:
NOCTURNAL CAT EYE SHADOW in On the Prowl – an antique, pearl-flecked aubergine that compliments green eyes
ROCK N KOHL: ISODODECANE, SYTHETIC WAX, HYDRROGENATED POLYDICYCLOPENTADIENE, PEG/PPG-18/18 DIMETHICONE, POLYBUTENE, GLYCERYL, TRIBEHENATE/ISOSTEARATE/EICOSANDIOATE, NYLON-12, POLETHYLENE, PERFLURONONYL DIMETHICONE, POLYGLYCERYL-4, DIISOSTEARATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACATE/SYNTHETIC BEESWAX, PEARL POWDER (MARGARITA POWDER), COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX (COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, MICA (CI 77019) [MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR: IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)
Give the gift of truly mesmerising eyes with my NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE Trinket duo. I’ve paired my NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW with a mini ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil in specially-selected colour combinations, to help you create a classic smokey cat eye with perfect ease.
The NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW was inspired by the hypnotic gaze of wild cats in the night and the way cat eyes emit light outwards. The concentrated colour is designed to add a sultry, feline look to your lids, giving eyes depth and dimension for a 3D effect, while luminosity-boosting agents help diffuse light and add radiance, and blackout pigment gives a metallic effect that’s perfect for the party season.
For added allure, define your eyes with my award-winning ROCK ‘N’ KOHL eye pencil. With the smooth application of a liquid liner but the sooty, pigment-rich result of a kohl, it glides on easily and gives a long-lasting finish, so you can rock all night without losing your kohl.
NOCTURNAL CAT EYES TO HYPNOTISE contains:
NOCTURNAL CAT EYESHADOW in Silver Leopard – a glittering gunmetal grey that compliments blue eyes
Mini ROCK ‘N’ KOHL in Black Magic – an intense petrol shade.
