Here Comes The Rocket Mascara

I love and i have tried almost all of Maybelline's mascara, so when i saw the ads of this mascara on my twitter, i immediately ran to the store and bought it. On the packaging, this mascara claims to have an explosive volume that extend and clump-free. So, what i'm expecting this mascara to do is it can give me.... of course, an explosive volume and a little bit of length to my lashes.

The formula of this mascara is absolutely beautiful. It's Long-lasting (around 8 hours), lengthening, and separating my lashes.

One Coat: 

This mascara worked well on my eyes. It makes eyes look so pretty and wide awake open. It's coating my lashes evenly and i don't see any clumps. Which is awesome :D

Beside that, this mascara gives me a lot more length than i was expecting. It makes my lashes look super long and spidery. 

Volume wise... well it's volumizing, but it didn't gave me the explosive volume lashes that it claims. And it's not as volumizing as the Maybelline's Magnum Mascara that i love love love. 

Rp 85.000,-

The only problem that i have is, this mascara wand is really thick, it has a short plasticky bristles and i have a small eyes. So it's really hard to get to the inner lashes. But surprisingly, even though the wand is so big, this mascara worked fairly well for my bottom lashes.

I think this mascara is perfect for someone who has short lashes. Because this mascara can make your short-not-so-pretty eyelashes looking amazingly long and pretty. So, if you have a short lashes and you want to extend them, i would definitely recommended this mascara. 
Or if you have a normal length or long lashes already (lucky you) and you wanted to make your lashes look even prettier, longer and nicer, then try it. It's amazing!

XO, A

NYX Powder Blush: Mocha

 "I recently bought this NYX blush in Mocha. And i'm seriously in LOVE - A"

I don't know why they named this blush Mocha, because there's definitely no correlation between the name and its actual color. NYX's Mocha is a beautiful matte deep rosy pink. I think this color will be perfect for the colder month (F/W). It'll give you the alive and fresh looking face.    

Nyx blushes have a smooth texture, glides on smooth, great pigmentation, easy to blend and of course affordable. When you use this blush, make sure that you use it with a light hand or dip your blush brush and blend it on the back of your hand before you put it on your cheeks. That will make sure that you didn't put too much blush on. Otherwise you may end up looking like a clown. *not cute*
Well personally, i think the best way to put on any type of blush is by building the color. So you can control the amount of color that you put on your cheeks. Its a lot easier to build up the color rather than to take the blush off.

For me, the staying power is great! This blush stays put on my cheeks from 10:30 am until 11 pm (12 hours). Considering the weather in my country is kind of hot and humid, this blush is seriously passed the test. 

If you're looking for an affordable and great blush, i'd definitely recommended NYX blushes.You'll love it :)


XO, A 

The Everyday Blush: Revlon Powder Blush in Pink Peony

Well.. Wearing a blush is kind of a magical step in my makeup routine. Because, a little bit of blush can give me the best glowy, fresh, and awake face every morning. Even though i've had a rough night, less sleep and all of the not-so-lovely things. 

For the past three weeks i've been using this pretty blush called 'Pink Peony' from Revlon (Rp 85.000/$8), every single day. And this one, quick become my HG blush, i absolutely LOVE it! It is a light mauvey pink color with a little bit hint of shimmer in it. Don't worry, the shimmer is pretty subtle so you'll not be able see a chunk of glitter on your cheeks. Which i know it's quite horrifying (who wants to look like a disco ball? *sigh). To me, this blush gives more of a satin finish. Because like i've said before it has a bit of sheen (not glittery or sparkly). That's why i consider this blush as a everyday blush.

Packaging wise, i think this blush had a really nice, convenient packaging. It's a clean and sleek black color compact with a mirror inside and it's pretty sturdy as well. Not too big, so it's travel friendly. Inside the blush you will also find a mini blush brush, which i think it's pretty cute and not that bad. 

Natural Light

This blush is very easy to apply, easy to blend, light, buildable, doesn't look powdery and it is almost impossible to overdo whenever i'm using this blush. This blush goes on quite sheer but i Like that, it's very natural looking (perfect for when you want to add a subtle, natural flush on your cheeks)

Beside that, I think this blush is so pretty when i applied it on the apples of my cheeks. It really compliment my skin color, I have light to medium skin with a yellow undertone and this gives the perfect natural flush of color, subtle glowy and healthy looking skin.

So far this is my favorite blush. It's just a pretty, neutral color and easy to work with! I will continue to wear it and definitely recommend this blush. What are you waiting for? Go buy it :)

XO, A

NOTD: Revlon Scented Nail polish

I've been a little bit obsessed with scented nail polish lately. This is one of the nail polish from Revlon's Scented collection. Mine is in 325 Gum Drop. *FAVE!

It is a really pretty pastel lilac color. The best thing about this nail polish is the scent. This literally smells like bubblegum after it dried and the scented last for weeks (Yum! I'M IN LOVE). Beside that, this also last long with no fading or chipping. But the downside is this nail polish kind of on the sheer side (above is two coats).

I bought mine at the Revlon counter in Sogo department store. As a 14.7ml for less than Rp 40.000 (< $4) *affordable :D

Overall, I'm impressed, and I definitely recommend this nail polish 

XO, A

EYESTUDIO HYPERSHARP LINER REVIEW

A few months ago, i remember Maybelline twitter account tweeted about their new Eyestudio Hypersharp Liner, and i was really curious about it. But i resist my self to buy a new eyeliner, since i still have to finish up my old liners. But, long story short.. I decided to go to Maybelline counter a few days ago and give this a try with a high hope that i can finally found my favorite eyeliner that's going to stays put, doesn't smudge or creasing on my super oily eyelids and it can make my life a lot easier whenever i wanted to create a winged liner look *i find it really hard to do*. 

On the Website, they describe this liner as :

+ Ultra-fine line+ 0.05 mm brush applicator lets you create exact and ultra-thin lines
+ Pigmented black color
+ Waterproof

My Thoughts :

The packaging of this liner is very sleek, shiny and i like how slim the pen liner is (it's slim, but when you use it, it's very steady, nice and comfortable). This liner also comes in black packaging with metallic golden cap, which i think is really attractive and catchy. I kind of like the combination of golden and black :)

The good thing about this liner is, the brush tip is very thin (0.05mm), so it's super easy and quick for doing thin liner, winged liner and can be used to do thick liner as well. This liner also dries up very fast. It sets right after i finished applying my first layer. So, It's definitely easy to build up. The liner it self has a great pigmentation, with 2 swipes you can achieve a very black line. The finish of this eyeliner is a bit glossy but it's still looks nice and settle.

On my oily eyelids, this liner lasts all day without creasing, fading, smudging, or becoming flaky. Not even a little bit! So it's completely waterproof. It has stayed for a good 8 hours on my oily eyelids, which is awesome. 

After wearing this Maybelline Eyestudio Hypersharp Liner a few times, now i feel so glad that i bought and tried it. This has become my go to liner. whenever i'm in a hurry, i just grab this liner, put this on my lids and BAM! My eyes is wide awake and got the definitions that i need. Beside that, now i can do a winged eyeliner look in no time. Super easy! 

Pros :

+ The brush tip is thin, soft and sturdy
+ Sets up fast 
+ Long lasting (The staying power is amazing for my oily eyelids. I applied this at 10 am, and wash it off at 6pm - 8 good hours)
+ Super easy to apply (Especially for winged liner look)
+ Very black line with a little bit glossy finish
+ Affordable (Rp 69.000 around $6.90) 
+ Waterproof
+ Great for beginners

Cons : -

Rating : 5/5

Recommendation : 

Highly recommended! This is one of the best liner that i've ever used. I definitely will repurchase this liner.

XO, A

SORRY :(

Hello.. finally, i'm back!!

I apologize for my lack of blog post in the past few months. Well, my life has been really really crazy lately, so it's hard for me to keep posting a new beauty reviews, DIY's, baking and other good stuffs in my blog as much as i would love to. But, i'll try my best to keep updating my blog at least two new posts every week. I can assure you, there will be so many beauty, fashion, baking and DIY, coming your way in the near future.

XO, A

Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation

Bourjois healthy mix is the best foundation i've ever used! I absolutely love love love this foundation. 

So, Let's start the review!

It smells so good, and easy to blend.

I have combination skin. At the central part of my face: forehead, nose, chin and parts of the cheek look oily and the other parts appear dry. But the foundation always sits nicely on my skin. It creates slightly dewy, perfectly flawless finish with light - medium coverage.

it's also covers up redness nicely and just makes my skin look so much better.

       

The shade goes perfectly on my skin. I'm shade #53 Light Beige

XO, A

UFFIE

I do enjoy listening to Uffie's music. I love her music, so unique and refreshing and i think she's really beautiful. I love her.

 "I live in a constant state of evolution, always changing my mind. I truly believe that you should live the hell out of every moment and push it to its max. The one thing I need to survive is craziness." -Uffie

XO, A