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Review: Gorgeous Cosmetics Base Perfect Foundation & Eyeshadow Palette

the makeup blogette — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 06:21:45 PDT

Hi hi!

This will be a review entry of two Gorgeous cosmetics items. There are a ton of stuff which I need to sit down and do a proper review of... but it is always exciting to find something I like, and have been constantly using, and excited to share! I have really enjoyed using both, for over the past 2 weeks. The eyeshadow palette, makes me want to slap on some eye colors every morning, because they are a dream to use.

Gorgeous Cosmetics are exclusively available at Zalora.Sg [Link link link] in case you aren't aware. I have previously featured Zalora.Sg in this entry here.

For my swatches and introduction to Gorgeous Cosmetics, click HERE

Firstly, we have the Gorgeous Base Perfect Liquid Foundation. I got mine in the lightest neutral shade 1N.

It has a rather light texture. It feels velvety powdery texture. It looks rather dark at the back of my hand and even on my face, as you will see in the application step by step later. But it settles and blends perfectly into my skintone.

Here's what I LOVE, yes LOVE about the foundation:

The fresh slightly citrus-y scent. Feels great when I am blending out the foundation, and catch a whiff of the scent. But it doesn't linger on, and didn't cause any irritation to my skin.

It blends very quickly, and I usually use a buffing brush to work the foundation into my skin. It doesn't dry too quickly so I can take my time to buff and blend the foundation.

The coverage is light to medium, and I doubt you can build it up to a full coverage without streaks and patches. I usually set my foundation with the usual Chanel loose powder, or the La Mer loose powder.

The finish is a satin smooth texture, which is one of my favourite features of this foundation. It just makes me look like I have very smooth skin, and my pores look significantly soothed out.

I like the consistency. It is not the flowy liquidy type but rather a rather creamy texture. I usually pump out one and a half glob of foundation out.

It is very long-lasting, on a work day, where I sweat, and go in and out of the air-conditioned office and out into the hot humid afternoons. I can say that I still look fresh after a long day (yes, of course, I had to dab and blot my face but after that, my skin looks good as new).

I still need to blot my oily t-zone every few hours. But I definitely don't look oily at all when I wear this foundation.

It did not oxidise on me, which is another plus.

I really don't have anything bad to say about this foundation. Except perhaps that initially, I wasn't too used to the pump dispenser, and I either got too much product out, or I have to make a few 'false' pumps before anything comes out. Other than that, the product itself is of superior quality, and I really enjoy using it for a variety of occasions, and with great results. I really recommend this foundation to those with oily complexion, and also those who want a great everyday skin perfecting foundation.

applying the foundation

after blending, and before any concealer

Next, we have the eyeshadow palette. To be honest, I have only constantly been using the two lightest shades in the quad. I just slap on these two colors on my lids on a daily basis, over an eyeshadow primer. And I love the lightest peachy brown shade.

What is so impressive about this quad, or at least the two colors that I have been using, is that they are a dream to apply. There is no fallout, and the eyeshadows just blend themselves out, so smoothly, and the colors is so rich, and intense.

you can see the amazing texture and payoff in this picture

and my step by step everyday look

I just use the same MAC217 brush to pick up the eyeshadows and blend them onto my lids.

I use abit of the darker brown to give some definition to the outer corners of the eyes.

but for an actual LOTD, I lined my eyes and put on falsies.

I did not use any browbone highlight shade at all.

The eyeshadows are equally long-lasting, and there is no fading and no creasing of colors.

This palette is a very flattering and wearable one for me.

I shall attempt to do a darker smokier look using the black eyeshadow in a future LOTD, hopefully!

I haven't gotten to use the liquid eyeliner, but if I do, I will mention my thoughts in subsequent entries.

On my lips, I am wearing MAC MarquiseD' lipstick, and on my cheeks, I am using Guerlain Blush G and MUFE Mat Bronze.

Eyeliner used is Solone Black.

Overall, these two products I got to try out did not disappoint me at all. I truly enjoyed using them, and if you are intrigued, head on over to Zalora.Sg to check out the rest of the range (pssss... their blushes are very lovely too!)

Zalora.SG (shopping!)

Zalora Singapore Facebook

That's all, and thank you for reading!

p/s Gorgeous Cosmetics featured here were given to me for consideration.

Gorgeous Cosmetics: Foundation, Eyeshadows & Eyeliner [Photos & Swatches]

the makeup blogette — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 22:45:24 PDT

I received these Gorgeous cosmetics from Zalora.Sg, and shall share with you some photos & swatches of the products, plus my initial thoughts on them. I hope to feature them again in LOTD and review entries.

Gorgeous cosmetics is a Australia based makeup brand, and it carries a wide range of makeup, everything from base, to eyeshadows, eyelashes, pigments, lipglosses and makeup brushes. The brushes look really good, and the prices are very reasonable. For more information about Gorgeous cosmetics, you might want to click my previous entry here (click click click).

Brand description:

David McConnell begun as a makeup artist and hairdresser. He quickly gained recognition, winning multiple awards in his native Australia. Still in his teens, he opened a boutique in a prestigious Melbourne suburb, taking high-expectations full on. He demonstrated his ability to deliver quality to the highest standard even in a luxury environment. He brings the same dedication to the production of Gorgeous beauty products for women, a cosmetics brand which he founded in response to demand from his clients.

“Gorgeous was my way of saying to my clients that makeup, glamour and confidence is Ever Yours.” Designed by a professional in-demand makeup artist, this premium range of cosmetics uses the very best of ingredients. McConnell meticulously engineered the range to create one of the finest womens beauty products range available in the market. Discover why the professional makeup industry loves Gorgeous women's cosmetics with an updated selection on Zalora Singapore.

Firstly, we have the Base Perfect Liquid Foundation - it is a very smooth liquid foundation, that sets to a velvety almost matte finish. I have mine in the shade 1N which is the lightest neutral tone shade, as I usually am in most foundation shade range.

Product description from the website:

The smooth, oil free emulsion blends effortlessly onto the skin, giving you a perfect complexion . Special light diffusing pigments amplify the light, giving skin the appearance of a healthy luminosity. Contains Vitamins A and E to soothe and condition the skin. Medium to full coverage, suitable for all skin types. Blend onto skin using Foundation Brush #025 or a sponge. / 30ml, S$68

here is the color chart for your reference

Next, is the eyeshadow palette - Gorgeous cosmetics also carry a range of single eyeshadows, but there are 2 quads available, and I have shown you both in my previous entry and this got to be my favourite pick. It has four neutral shades, and all of them are superbly pigmented, soft and creamy. The glitter bits in the black shade doesn't seem to fall everywhere when I swatched on my hand..and the 3 earthy brown shades are just impressive.

S$65

what's left on my fingertips after the swatches

and lastly, the liquid eyeliner which comes with a felt tip marker type applicator, it is firm, and yet gives some movement and flexibility when you apply it on your eyelids. The formula is a little wet (or maybe cos mine is so new) so do wait for it to dry first like all liquid eyeliner. I have included a comparison with my Heavy Rotation liquid liner which is my current fave liner, so you can see it's really jet black.

Production description

This jet black, gel based eye pencil boasts intense coverage and excellent color pay off. The creamy formula applies and blends easily, without dragging sensitive skin. It quickly sets to become smudge proof and non-transferable. It is ultra long lasting and water resistant. / 1.2gms, S$34

That's all I have to share for Gorgeous Cosmetics in this entry, it is always exciting to try out a brand I have never experienced before... and if any of these caught your attention, do make use of this special 10% discount code when you place your order at Zalora!

code: SOPHIANGfan

10% discount, valid till 10 July

(not valid on discounted items)

Useful links

Zalora.Sg

Zalora Sg Facebook

Hope you find this entry helpful, and thanks for looking!

Introducing ZALORA.SG & Special Discount Code for you!

the makeup blogette — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 05:53:27 PDT

Hello!

Earlier this week, I had the chance to meet up with Zalora's marketing team, and learn more about Zalora.Sg, which is Singapore's newest and largest online fashion destination. Zalora debutted in Feb 2012, and offers products across all categories for both men and women. I learned about this latest online shopping destination, and also got to play around with products from some of the exclusive beauty brands that are available at Zalora.sg.

The site, if you are already not familiar with it, is very clean, and easy to navigate. You can browse products via various catagories (type, price point, brands, promotions etc). I like that being a locally based site means shipping is FREE, and you have the option of paying cash on delivery when your order arrives within 1 or 2 days.

With its ever-expanding portfolio of over 300 international and local fashion brands, Zalora's venture into beauty with a well-curated range of beauty products from exclusive cult brands to scientifically innovative, high-end beauty products, marks its vision to revolutionise Singapore's online retail landscape as the island's one-stop fashion and beauty trove.

Some exclusive brands which you can only find at Zalora.sg:

Black Chicken Remedies, Gorgeous Cosmetics, to High-Tech Cosmetics....

Gorgeous Cosmetics

Gorgeous Cosmetics is helmed by award-winning makeup artist and hairdresser, David McConnell, and is backed by over 10 years of research and development to meticulously engineer a full premium cosmetic range. Formerly the best-kept secret of Australia's most popular makeup artist, celebrities and beauty queens, Gorgeous Cosmetics is now gaining a wider following for its well-reviewed product range. Some of its most popular products include the Base Perfect Liquid Foundation, which contains light-diffusing pigments and special silicones to deliver that flawless finish, and their revolutionary iINK Liquid Eye Pencil, which glides like gel and sets to a smudge proof, intense color for a dramatic look.

and also brands which we can find in stores and other local online retailers such as:

Becca Cosmetics, MOR Cosmetics, Nail Rock, China Glaze, Essie and Paper Self

I couldn't help but took pictures of some of the Gorgeous Cosmetics palettes and blushes, the quality is pretty amazing, the foundations I tried felt extremely soft and velvety. I checked the prices at the site, they are really reasonable (in the MAC range or slightly lower), and there is special 10% discount code for you, if you are going to buy anything from the store.

Here are some pictures [taken with my iphone]

I think in the past 2 years alone, we have benefitted from the sheer variety and choices of shopping locations (both physically and virtually) brands that were previously elusive to us, are now readily available. And that's a good thing, if you are constantly on the lookout for new brands, cult brands, or simply sick of what the department stores have to offer.

I also have on hand a few products which were provided to me for consideration, which I will showcase them in a later entry.

I do want to share with you the discount code asap, so you can go over and start shopping immediately.

code: SOPHIANGfan

10% discount, valid till 10 July

(not valid on discounted items)

Get shopping now! Click click!

Zalora.sg

Zalora Singapore Facebook

I hope this sharing has been helpful, and thank you for reading!