[BEAUTY] Review: Mamonde “My Skin But Better” Makeup Collection

New month, new makeup favourites! ❤

It is almost holiday season now, and I am super excited to try out Mamonde's all-new makeup collection, “My Skin But Better” featuring All Stay Foundation Glow, Creamy Tint Colour Balm Glide, and Flower Pop Blusher for a simple yet glowy look to prep us for the holiday parties!

Mamonde All Stay Foundation Glow SPF 50 PA ++++ (30 ml) @ RM99

Available in 3 shades: 

21N Ivory

23C Rose Sand

23N Sand

A flawless makeup begins with a good base, so I have Mamonde's latest All Stay Foundation Glow which gives a natural glow and radiance to the skin with its ‘High-Refractive Oil Complex’ technology and rich moisture-delivery formula.

Texture: The soft textured formula allows for easy and smooth blending on the skin, with or without any blending tools, and it works wonder in smoothen uneven skin tone.

Feel: I like how it leaves the skin feeling dewy and hydrated all day, without turning cracky and dull. 

Benefits: The strong SPF 50 PA ++++ UV protection is a great plus point too.

Flower Pop Blusher (1g) @ RM56

Available in 3 shades: 

#1 Pinky Promise

#2 Rosebuds

#4 Delicious Love

Love rosy hues? This is for you! Infused with the Wild Rose extract and the Vitati Rose, the Flower Pop Blusher adds on a beautifully natural flush to the cheeks without feeling cakey at all. 

Look at the beautiful rose design; how can I resist this! 

Texture: The smooth surface powder provides a soft powdery texture that blends seamlessly onto the cheeks using a blusher brush. 

 

Creamy Tint Color Balm Glide (1.2g) @ RM42

Available in 4 shades: 

01 So Hip Pink

04 Mellow Red

08 Blooming Pop

09 Fresh POP

For the lips, let's pair the glowing skin with dewy, glossy and sugar-sweet lips. Creating a gloss finish, the lip balm is pretty slim yet sturdy, so it gives better precision and control in creating different makeup looks. 

Texture: The blend of soft wax and deep hydration oils allows it to glide on and coat the lips with a dewy, long-lasting gloss effortlessly.

Feel: I like how it gives a vivid color with dewy shine on the lips, without feeling sticky. 

With these products, it is easy to create new looks for this holiday season.

I choose the Subtle Pink look which is more towards coral hues and it gives a healthy glow to the overall complexion.

 

Delicious Rosy Look

❤ Foundation: All Stay Foundation Glow (of your preferred shade)

❤ Eyeshadow & blusher: Flower Pop Blusher #4 Delicious Love 

❤ Lips: Creamy Tint Color Balm Glide #01 So Hip Pink 

Subtle Pink Look

❤ Foundation: All Stay Foundation Glow (of your preferred shade)

❤ Eyeshadow & blusher: Flower Pop Blusher #2 Rose Buds 

❤ Lips: Creamy Tint Color Balm Glide #08 Blooming Pop  

Beauty Tips

Base makeup: 

❤ Mix 1 pump of Mamonde Red Energy Recovery Serum with the All Stay Foundation Glow for a naturally dewy coverage. 

Lips makeup: 

❤ Dap a little Mamonde Brightening Cover Powder Cushion onto the lips before applying Creamy Tint Color Balm Glide for a slightly matte look. 

❤ Mix with Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense for gradation lips effect. 

Mamonde All Stay Foundation SPF 25 PA++ (20ml) @ RM59

Available in 4 shades: 

*NEW* #21C Rose Ivory 

21N Ivory

23N Sand

25N Tan

Apart from the new items, Mamonde has also introduced a new shade, the #21C Rose Ivory for its popular All Stay Foundation. Probably a better option for Asian skin tones!  

Since I am a huge fan of Mamonde, please feel free to take a look at my past reviews of Mamonde products here:

#1 First Encounter with MAMONDE

#2 Review: MAMONDE Floral Hydro Narcissus Intense Hydrating Skincare Series

#3 Review: MAMONDE Flower Pop Eye Brick + Blusher
#4 Review: MAMONDE Brightening Cover Powder & Watery Cushion
#5 MAMONDE ‘Flowers for Me’ Holiday Collection 
#6 Review: MAMONDE Flower Facial Mask (Jar)
#7 Review: MAMONDE Advanced Moisture Ceramide Range

#8 Review: MAMONDE Vital Vitamin Essence & Cream

#9 Review: MAMONDE Red Energy Recovery Serum

#10 Review: Mamonde Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream

Mamonde products are available at all major Watson stores nationwide and

online via Shopee, Lazada and Zalora.

For more information, please visit:

Website: www.mamondegarden.my

Facebook: fb.com/MamondeMY

Instagram: @MamondeMalaysia

3 Tips to Avoid Smudging Makeup When Wearing Face Mask

Hi babes! How has the MCO / CMCO period been treating you so far? ❤

I guess we have entered into a "new normal" in which we have to wear face mask wherever we go. But don't let wearing mask becomes an excuse of not putting on makeup! Imagine when you meet up with your friends, colleagues or clients for a meal or coffee, you'll still have to show your face right? 

So it is absolutely important to apply proper makeup for different occasions and I am here to share some tips on how to avoid your makeup from smudging when wearing face mask...

...but before that, if you plan to replenish your beauty products, now is the right time!

Because I have a good deal for you this June 2020: 

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❤ Tips #1: Put on a good foundation layer

VDIVOV Silk Wear Makeup Base (30ml) (Peach)

Base. Base. Base. A good makeup always starts from the base. I am using VDIVOV Silk Wear Makeup Base (Peach) to create a smooth and glowing base with tone correction benefits. A light layer will do a great job, followed by my usual cushion foundation. 

VDIVOV Double Stay Dual Concealer (4.4ml) (23N Deep Ivory)

Then complete the base with a double-sided creamy concealer - (1) Stick for perfect cover on tiny spots, and (2) Liquid applicator for larger area. Don't forget to set your makeup with light powder for long-lasting effect, so that the foundation wouldn't smudge when wearing face mask for long hours. 

❤ Tips #2: Focus on the eye makeup

Well, while we wear face mask, naturally people will look at our eyes more than the rest. 

So if you wanna stand out from the crowd, then let your eye sparkle and shine. 

VDIVOV Mega Brow Pencil Auto (0.35g) (03 Dark Brown)

To maintain a good shape of the eyebrow in an easy way, here's my recent favourite.

Its unique hexagonal tip is useful to draw hair-like strokes for defined eyebrow.

And it comes with sharpener and brush at the other end of the pencil.

VDIVOV Eye on Gel Pencil Liner (0.5g) (BB803 Roast Brown - Pearl)

Who doesn't love big eyes? I'm using this waterproof gel pencil to add depthness to the eye line.

The texture is gelish-creamy type, so super easy to glide on.

VDIVOV Eye Cut Brush Liner (0.6g) (02 Brown)

If you prefer a finer and more pigmented eyeliner, then try this. 

The ultra-fine brush is marvellous - no joke - but not for those with shaky hands though :P

Freshnian Big Mascara (02 Volume)

Mascara always helps in "widening the eyes", especially for small-eyed Asian with short lashes like me.

So don't skip this step! I love how the Freshnian Big Mascara is slightly more wet than other mascaras 

and it is able to coat each lash well without smudging around the eyes.

The Face Shop Monocube (BR03 Matte Brown, RD01 Glittery Red, WH01 Top Coat)

Lastly, play with colors around the eyes if you want the eyes to look more attractive.

I personally prefer a range of pink to earthy tones which are perfect for all occasions.

❤ Tips #3: Use a face mist

Let The Face Shop Aloe Water, a fresh soothing mist to help set your makeup and

soothe your skin after wearing the face mask all day long.

Anyway... hope you find these tips useful.

Let's stay safe, stay hygienic and stay healthy!

All the products featured in this post are available at THE FACE SHOP outlets and online store.

To find out more about THE FACE SHOP please visit:
Website: www.thefaceshop.my

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Instagram: @thefaceshopmalaysia

[BEAUTY REVIEW] ALTHEA Exclusive Makeup Collection

Hello, February! ❤ To celebrate the month of love, I am here to share a simple makeup look to rock your Valentine's date night. Disclaimer first, I am not pro when it comes to makeup so this makeup look is something simple, quick and easily achievable. Hence, it is ideal for beginners!

The products I am using this round are from Althea Korea, the leading Korean beauty shopping site. Do you know that it has recently launched its first ever Althea Exclusive Makeup Collection?

There are concealers, lip tints, eyeshadow palette and eye glitters for now, but I'm sure they will be coming up with more exciting color makeup products soon. Everything is beautifully designed and made in Korea. ❤ 

Look at the spectrum of colors! Happy to see such warm chic colors that are well-suited for Asian skin tones.

Now, let's try out my Valentine's makeup look in just 3 steps: (1) Face, (2) Eyes and (3) Lips.

Step 1: Face Makeup

Flawless Creamy Concealer (6g) @ RM15 each

#01 Vanilla (Pink beige #21)

#02 Ginger (Warm ivory #21)

#03 Honey (Warm peach #23-#25)

#04 Mocha (Deeper yellow #30)

Foundation / Base is always the key to that perfect flawless makeup look. But how about those panda eyes, spots and blemishes that are not able to hide under the foundation? Then it's time for Althea's Flawless Creamy Concealer to do the magic...

How to use:

Dot onto targeted areas and blend out with a sponge or your fingers till seamless.

❤ Texture: Thick, creamy yet easy to blend.

❤ Coverage: Buildable - just apply few thin layers.

❤ Color: Highly pigmented - but make sure you choose your right shade.

❤ Benefits: Conceal, smooth and moisturise skin with its Aquaxyl component.

❤ What I like: Fairly good coverage and it stays put for all day long.

Step 2: Eye Makeup

Eye Palette Sunrise & Moonrise BCL x Althea (15.5g) @ RM140

The star product of the day is this Althea's 8-shade eyeshadow palette made in collaboration with Bunga Cintra Lestari (BCL), a renowned Indonesian artist cum beauty/fashion icon. The packaging looks so glamorous with the neon magenta wording printed on the black magnetic case. Yessssss, it's magnetic!!

"Sunrise & Moonrise" sounds rather magical, doesn't it? As the name suggests, the mix of 8 glittery, shimmery and matte pigmented shades are ready to be your perfect companion from gorgeous day time till sultry night time.

Let's take a closer look at the pearly shimmers, mattes and glitters....

#1. Shimmery nude 

#2. Matte light brown

#3. Metallic rose gold

#4. Metallic gold

#5. Rich brown with golden shimmer

#6. Deep wine 

#7. Pearly pink

#8. Shimmery purple 

How to use:

Pick up the product with your finger or a brush and blend out onto the eyelids.

❤ Texture: Creamy powder form that glides well on eyelids.

❤ Coverage: Easily buildable on the creases for more dramatic effect.
❤ Color: Highly pigmented, bold and warm hues. Perfect for that 'sweetheart' look.
❤ Benefits: Versatile for an array of looks suitable for different occasions.

❤What I like: The pearl, glitter and matte eyeshadow gives a long-wearing finish, without smudging after long hours.

For this V-Day look, I have chosen a matte brown base (#2), then metallic rose gold (#3) to add a layer of sheen, and finally I draw a liner using deep wine (#6) shade. For an added boldness, the edges are slightly touched up with shimmery purple (#8).

I personally love warm pink and purple combination, just to match with my hair color! ❤

Spotlight Eye Glitter (4.5ml) @ RM24 each

#01 Gold Light

#02 Pink Light

For a more glamorous and 'flirty' touch, Althea's Spotlight Eye Glitter can light up the eyes whether you prefer creating a subtle glow or a full-on glitter look. It can be easily applied as an eyeliner or eyeshadow. 

 How to use:

Apply directly onto the lids and gently blend out with your finger or a brush.

I am using the light pink glitter as an undereye liner to match with my pink purple eyeshadow.

❤ Texture: Thick liquid yet not sticky type. It glides on like butter over the lids. 

❤ Coverage: Easily blendable and completes the look with light, shimmery finish.
❤ Color: Light and subtly shiny.
❤ Benefits: It comes with a precise brush for eyeliner and a hydrating formula for easy blending. 

❤What I like: It sets on the eyelids and dries down very quickly. Probably the quickest way to glam up and look pretty!

Step 3: Lips Makeup

Watercolor Cream Tint (4.5ml) @ RM20 each

#01 Plum Cream

#02 Strawberry Cream

#03 Peach Cream

#04 Maroon Cream 

And lastly, don't forget the plump kissable lips! Althea's Watercolor Cream Tints come in pretty  transparent tubes which you can see exactly what's the color inside. Available in 4 must-have colors ranging from a natural, healthy red color to a luxurious burgundy.

❤ Texture: Thick liquid type but a tad watery (Be careful when using the applicator!)

❤ Coverage: Easy to build layers for more vivid color payoff.
❤ Color: Bold, pigmented and finishes off with a pretty gloss.
❤ Benefits: Moisturising (No more flaking), and convenient for touch up anytime anywhere. 

❤What I like: Long-wearing, hydrating tint type without leaving any sticky sensation. 

How to use:

Apply directly onto the lips with the applicator provided and gently blend onto the lips.

To complete my flirty lips makeup, I have decided to go with the lightest shade of red among all colors as it helps to tone down my heavy eye makeup. So #03 Peach Cream in Korean gradient lip style would be perfect! 

If you have minimal eye makeup on, then wear a hot red lippie like #01 Plum Cream and rock the night!

Beauty Tips:

If your eye makeup is rather  don't go overboard with vibrant red lips. 

Althea Exclusive makeup collection is now available here: my.althea.kr/althea-exclusives/makeup.

Let me know if you love my makeup look and share with me your experience with Althea makeup series too!

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To find out more about Althea, please visit:

Website: https://my.althea.kr/

Facebook: fb.com/altheamalaysia

Instagram: @altheakorea