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La Mer The Oil Absorbing Tonic – Review + Photos

Published on January 28, 2010 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: chic review, La Mer, oily skin, tonic lotion.

Hello beauties,

As I promised in the preview that I did a few weeks ago, I’ve returned with a full review and my honest opinion about La Mer The Oil Absorbing Tonic.

La Mer The Oil Absorbing Tonic La Mer The Oil Absorbing Tonic Review + Photos

I mentioned in my preview that I have an oily skin complexion. This tonic is not only for women with oily skin like me, so anyone who has combination to oily skin can use this product.

I don’t know where to begin because the Oil Absorbing Tonic has so much to offer and I have a lot to say about it. The review I’m going to make today is based only on my experience with this product in the winter time. I’ve read some other reviews about women who have used it during summer and there were another great effects. A long story short, these women were living in a very hot climate or with very high humidity and the Oil Absorbing Tonic stopped the appearance of the oil on their complexions.

I will not get into details about ingredients, what they do and other general stuff because I’ve already talked about that in my preview. I’m going to go straight to the subject. Continue reading ‘La Mer The Oil Absorbing Tonic – Review + Photos’

Review: Illamasqua Pure Pigment in Android + Blending Brush

Published on January 13, 2010 in Beauty. 3 Comments Tags: brush, chic review, Illamasqua, pigment.

It’s time for another Chic Review and today I will be talking about the Pure Pigment in Android by Illamasqua from their winter collection Dystopia.

Illamasqua Dystopia Pure Pigment Android Review: Illamasqua Pure Pigment in Android + Blending Brush

This is the third review I’m doing on the Illamasqua products after the Nail Varnish in Velocity and Sheer Lipgloss in Explode and I’m really very excited about this one because black is one of the colors that I usually include in my makeup.

Illamasqua Blending Brush Review: Illamasqua Pure Pigment in Android + Blending Brush

If you want something that you can play with, Pure Pigment is your product. It’s a metallic, high-shine, pure-color powder that highlights eyes, cheeks and brows. Mix with eye shadow, blusher or use it on its own to intense effect. Bring out your bold side.

The package

It comes in a very chic and elegant pot with a stylish design. The top is black and printed with the Illamasqua sign, while the bottom is transparent and you can see the product.

Illamasqua Pure Pigment Android Review: Illamasqua Pure Pigment in Android + Blending Brush

The price is £15.00 for 1.3 g (0.04 oz) but you can also get it in a bigger size. The Pure Pigment is available in 12 beautiful shades, including Android of course, and you can check them all (including swatches) right here. Continue reading ‘Review: Illamasqua Pure Pigment in Android + Blending Brush’

Round-Up: Essie Nail Polishes – Reviews, Photos and Swatches

Published on January 4, 2010 in Beauty. 1 Comment Tags: 2009 Fall Collections, chic review, Essie, nail polish, nail polish review, Round-up.

I’m happy that I’ve finished reviewing the entire Essie Fall 2009 collection nail polishes so before I give you the full list let me tell you a few words.

Essie Fall Collection nail polish Round Up: Essie Nail Polishes Reviews, Photos and Swatches

I’ve really enjoyed wearing some of these colors, although they are not among my favorites and my usual nail polish style but trying something different was fun.

Two of these nail polishes really impressed me, with their vibrant color and chip resistant properties, but I will let you guys to discover them from the following reviews.

I was not pleased by some of these nail polishes’ textures, because even after I’ve applied 2 coats the result look unfinished. It didn’t seemed to me that matte bright colors are such a great idea after all.

So, here it is, Essie Round-Up:

Enjoy Reading!

Review: Essie Angora Cardi Nail polish + Swatches

Published on January 4, 2010 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: 2009 Fall Collections, chic review, Essie, nail polish, nail polish review.

Essie Angora Cardi is one of my favorites nail polishes from Essie Fall 2009 collection right after the Midnight Cami nail polish.

Essie Angora Cardi nail polish Review: Essie Angora Cardi Nail polish + Swatches

Angora Cardi without Top Coat – no flash

Angora Cardi it’s a deep dusty rose shade perfect for those who want a different shade of pink. It’s a silky smooth nail polish that glides gently on your nails making it easy to apply.

After I’ve applied the second layer of polish, the color became opaque and with a gorgeous finish. No lines, no imperfections and with a natural shine, this one is a jewel that you can add to your other nail polishes.

Essie Angora Cardi Review: Essie Angora Cardi Nail polish + Swatches

Angora Cardi – no Top Coat

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Review: Essie Chinchilly Nail Polish + Swatches

Published on January 4, 2010 in Beauty. 2 Comments Tags: 2009 Fall Collections, chic review, Essie, nail polish, nail polish review.

Essie Chinchilly is a chic and versatile sleek granite grey color. I don’t know if you are into these neutral shades but I would prefer something darker and a little bit vibrant.

Essie Chinchilly nail polish Review: Essie Chinchilly Nail Polish + Swatches

Chinchilly without Top Coat – no flash

My skin is kind of white and this color looks really dull on my nails. The texture is different, silky, smooth and easy to apply. I didn’t had any problems after I’ve applied the first layer of Chinchilly, it didn’t leave any lines behind.

If you want the color to last longer, make sure to apply a layer of top coat. I’ve been wearing this nail polish for about 4 days and it lasted OK so far, but I’m sure that if I would have applied the top coat I could have seen better results now.

Essie Chinchilly Review: Essie Chinchilly Nail Polish + Swatches

Chinchilly without Top Coat – no flash

Chinchilly comes in a 15 ml bottle and costs about $9.00. It was really a common color among the Fall 2009 Collections but I’m not a fan of this color. It said to be chip resistant but you can see if it’s true or not from the photos bellow. Continue reading ‘Review: Essie Chinchilly Nail Polish + Swatches’

Review: Essie Bright Tights – Photos + Swatches

Published on January 4, 2010 in Beauty. 2 Comments Tags: 2009 Fall Collections, chic review, Essie, nail polish, nail polish review.

Let’s turn our attention to a brighter color!

Essie Bright Tights is the kind of nail polish that when you decide to wear it you must be sure that anyone will look at you, so a perfect manicure is required. All the time people were looking at my nails, so it’s kind of interesting to see they can’t take their eyes of my nails.

Essie Bright Tights Review: Essie Bright Tights Photos + Swatches

Bright Tights – no flash

Bright Tights it’s a vibrant neon orange color with a mattifying effect. I’m not so into bright and strong colors like this one but if brought me a happy spirit while I was wearing it and I have to admit I was in a better mood only when I looked at my nails.

The Bright Tights comes in a 15 ml bottle and costs about $9.00.

I’ve applied 2 layers of this mattifying color but I was not pleased with the final result. The texture is very light, almost watery and transparent. After I’ve applied the first layer, I’ve noticed only lines, the color is not very pigmented and the result after the first step was terrible. When I saw this bright color in the bottle I didn’t expect it to be so transparent on my nails.

Essie Bright Tights nail polish Review: Essie Bright Tights Photos + Swatches

Bright Tights – no flash – No Top Coat

Definitely a second layer was requested. The final result was definitely improved as you can see from the photos but the polish was not evenly spread so in some parts I can still see through the nail polish. I couldn’t uniformed it as hard as I tried so I was hopping that after it dries it should look better. Continue reading ‘Review: Essie Bright Tights – Photos + Swatches’

Review: Essie Midnight Cami – Photos + Swatches

Published on January 4, 2010 in Beauty. 3 Comments Tags: 2009 Fall Collections, chic review, Essie, nail polish, nail polish review.

Hello Ladies!

After so many reviews regarding lip products I decided to make a change and post more about nail polishes. I’m planning to review 4 more Essie nail polishes and as soon as I finished that I will post a Round-Up with all of them.

Today’s Star is going to be Essie Midnight Cami a beautiful dark blue color. Just like the name suggests this nail polish resemblance the midnight sky. I’m into dark nail polishes but before this one I’ve never tried blue colors (I don’t even use blue eyeshadows).

Essie Midnight Cami flash Review: Essie Midnight Cami Photos + Swatches

Midnight Cami – without top coat – with flash

I bought this nail polish a couple of month ago from a beauty products exposition and I payed $9.00 for this 15 ml bottle.

Midnight Cami has a little bit of shimmer inside, very thin particles that make the polish shine on your nails. Applying a top coat is only optional, because I didn’t see any difference once I’ve applied the top coat on my right hand fingers.

Essie Midnight Cami Review: Essie Midnight Cami Photos + Swatches

Midnight Cami – no flash, no top coat

The difference will be seen only after a few days and if you will keep reading and look and the photos you will understand what I’m talking about. Continue reading ‘Review: Essie Midnight Cami – Photos + Swatches’

Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Charming – Photos + Swatches

Published on January 3, 2010 in Beauty. 5 Comments Tags: chic review, lip color, Lipfinity, lipstick, Max Factor.

I will end my Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour series with the review of beautiful shimmering shade – Charming 140.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Charming 140 Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Charming Photos + Swatches

If you want to find out more details about this product, what it is, what kind of makeup remover you need and what you should expect of it, please read this review where I gave specific information.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Charming 140 inside Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Charming Photos + Swatches

Charming 140 is indeed a charming color of a bright coral shade. A little bit shimmery after I’ve applied the color base and absolutely gorgeous after the second step where the moisturizing top coat made its effect. Looking natural, with a water shining effect and a vibrant color the Lip Color in Charming is a beautiful shade for the upcoming Spring of 2010. Its texture is fluid and light, easy to apply and colors the lips and an instant.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Charming 140 swatch Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Charming Photos + Swatches

First Step: The color base

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Charming 140 Color Base Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Charming Photos + Swatches

Charming – after applying the color base

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Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool – Photos + Swatches

Published on January 3, 2010 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: chic review, lip color, Lipfinity, lipstick, Max Factor.

My third review from the Lipfinity Lip Colour series by Max Factor is the beautiful shade in Cool 030.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Cool 030 Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool Photos + Swatches

You already know from the previous reviews I did on Lipfinity Lip Colour in Vivacious 040 and Whisper 010 that it’s a product in 2 steps, with lasting impact on your lips. You will have vibrant and moisturized lips thanks to the conditioning top coat. Max Factor declares that it can last on your lips up to 12 hours.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Cool 030 inside Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool Photos + Swatches

Step 1: Apply the color on your clean lips and keep them apart for about 60 seconds or until they dry. The color base contains 2,3 ml of product.

Step 2: Apply the moisturizing top coat for moisture and shine.

Don’t forget about the oil-based make-up remover if you want to get ride of this Lip Color at the end of the day.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Cool 030 swatch Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool Photos + Swatches

Cool 030 it’s a beautiful coral shade mixed with a natural red. It’s one of the trendy colors for this summer, after we’ve seen so many make up collections based on coral shades. I think this color will look gorgeous on a tanned skin .

First Step: The color base

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Cool Colour Base Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool Photos + Swatches

Cool – after applying the color base – no flash Continue reading ‘Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Cool – Photos + Swatches’

Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Whisper – Photos + Swatches

Published on January 3, 2010 in Beauty. 0 Comments Tags: chic review, lip color, Lipfinity, lipstick, Max Factor.

Looking for a bright pink shade with satin effects? How about Whisper Lipfinity by Max Factor. This beautiful pastel pink shade it’s a lip colour in 2 steps.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Whisper 010 Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Whisper Photos + Swatches

Step 1: Paint your lips with the color base and keep your lips apart for a few seconds or until dry.

Step 2: Make your lips shine with the clear moisturizing topcoat.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Whisper 010 inside Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Whisper Photos + Swatches

Remove Lipfinity Lip Colour using an oil-based make-up remover. It has a formula that will last on your lips up to 12 hours.

Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour Whisper 010 swatch Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Whisper Photos + Swatches

Whisper 010 is a bright pastel pink color with pearl effects if you decide to apply only the color base. A very suitable shade for Spring 2010 and for those girls with a light skin color. This lip color it can be perfectly used for a natural makeup when you want to attract attention with your shiny lips. Continue reading ‘Review: Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour in Whisper – Photos + Swatches’