THE FOUNDATION THAT IS WORTH THE HYPE AND HERE IS WHY (BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS)

Ladies, I have been on a journey to good skin this year. Instead of caking on layers of foundation to create the "good skin effect" I have decided to take care of my skin by using good skincare and of course, high quality foundations. Previously, I would dispense two pumps of foundation to cover my entire face, these days, I would use a quarter of a pea size for my entire face. Whilst a quarter of a pea size of a rather average foundation wouldn't do a whole lot for my skin. However, if it is a quality, high performing foundation, it makes a significant difference. 

I was swept off my feet after using Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear (rrp $57AUD), my verdict is synonymous with the thousands of men and women who have tried and reviewed Teint Idole on Lancôme's website. This velvet matte foundation delivers and it delivers well. 

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Let's have a look at the claims before we go into anything else... 

• 24 hr staying power
• Full coverage without discomfort, streaks or caking
• Re-touch free, shine free and transfer proof
• Velvet Matte finish 
• Available in 40 shades

Now let's talk through my verdict...

• I have been testing shade 01, it's a light olive colour that is comparable to NC25. 
• I would never wear any makeup for 24 hours so I was unable to do the 24hr test, but I did the 12 hour test and the foundation stayed put with a small amount of slip on my nose at the 10hr mark, although I rub my nose frequently and I often forget I have makeup on. Nonetheless, my skin would still look flawless. 
• The consistency of the foundation is creamy but not too thick nor too runny. I use Glam by Manicare's foundation brush (a fantastic brush by the way) and it blends seamlessly.
• This foundation is indeed full coverage (buildable) and covers redness like a dream, but most importantly, it's unbelievably lightweight. As claimed, I didn't notice any discomfort, streaks or caking. Once applied, I didn't really look like I had foundation on my face. Just look at the before and after photos below, I promise you, that's a quarter of a pea size.
• The finish is absolutely beautiful - velvet matte! I have dehydrated/combination skin and this foundation sits on my skin beautifully without enhancing any dry patches at any given time.
• There is a slight scent to the foundation and it's pleasant!
• This is just an overall long lasting, beautiful finish, natural looking, light weight foundation.... all in one bottle. 

Before and After Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation

After 10 hours of wear

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Lancome Juicy Shaker "Berry in Love" Review and Swatches

My week has been bit of a roller coaster, reaching it's highest highs and lowest lows. My parents told me I need to consider having babies soonish - having kids!? I'm a kid myself!!!

I still say things like "When I grow up I want to blablabla"... my partner and I often talk about which superhero we want to be.. I don't think I'd be quite fit to procreate. Heavy topic isn't it? It's just been a week where I need to rant, from life stress to work stress. I'm sure we all have one of those weeks!

But you know what, nothing makes me more happy than coming home to makeup and packages. As soon as I see a package waiting for me on the table, I'd literally forget about whatever trauma I experienced that day.

Beauty therapy should be a thing. It would've been interesting if I ended up using my Psychology degree, can you imagine? Every therapy session would be a makeup session.

283 Berry in Love

ABOUT JUICY SHAKER

Lancôme Juicy Shaker is a revolution to #BantheBoring

- Contains a bi-phased formula pairing nourishing lip oils with pigments for plump but natural looking glossy lips.
- Nourishing oils contain sweet almond oil, omega 3 and cranberry oil.
- The cushion applicator allows the absorption of the right dose of pigment while the shape hugs the lip contours.
- The formula is non-sticky and non-drying.
- Juicy Shaker comes in 13 shades with one limited edition shade "400 Mint to Me" (the blue one!).
- To apply, shake your juicy shaker, the more you shake the stronger the colour gets.

Price: $34 for 6.5ml (or $62 for duos and $90 for trios)

Can you see the oil separated from the pigment?

MY VERDICT

• Let's start with the application, I love the fun, fresh and fruity concept, it's like a mini cocktail in a lip product. It's interactive in the way that you have to shake your little concoction before enjoying it. Juicy Shaker is a novelty that really brings light to my day. No, seriously, on days where I'm angry, I just shake my juicy shaker and literally "shake it off".
• The sponge tip application is another novelty, I've never seen an applicator quite like this. It's soft and really does hug the shape of my lips. The slightly pointy tip allows easy application around the edges of my lips.
• My Juicy Shaker in "Berry in Love" smells fruity and slightly alcoholic... like a berry cocktail! Is it just me or did anyone else smell the cocktail nature of their Juicy Shaker?
• Upon application, my lips felt super nourished with a gorgeous tint of colour (a purple-ish shade) that didn't come out too well in photos ... but it's actually a bit darker in real life and fairly visible even on my lips that's relatively pigmented.
• I did had to reapply after a couple of hours for a colour boost, and my lips did feel a little bit dry once the nourishing oil dried.
• Overall, I feel that it is perfect for everyday wear, I like my makeup minimal most of the time and a gentle tint and beautiful shine is perfect for me. If you are looking for a gentle, fun and novel lip tint, check out Lancôme's Juicy Shakers! 

*This product was provided for editorial purposes, all opinions are my own.

Lancome Hypnose Mascara

One of my favourite mascara is the Lancome Hypnose mascara, I received a little sample a while ago, it did amazing things to my lashes; so i went and purchased the full size. It's a water based mascara, at first i was scared that it'll droop on asian eye lashes like other reviews i've read.... instead it made my lashes look pretty darn good.

A quality of this mascara that I love to hate is the easiness of removing it. It washes right off with water.... however at the same time it's fairly smudgeable if you have watery eyes. It's also a bit of a nightmare during rainy days, hence avoid this for likely chances of rain.

Otherwise it seem to keep my curl, not as much as the shiseido perfect mascara.

 These two pics were taking on different days, i "accidentally" scratched my eye with dirty fingers so the inner started swelling up a bit *see below* remember always to wash your hands before touching your eyes kids!

RRP $54 AUD

Review: Lancome Hypnose Mascara + Blue Sky!

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After i tried the elizabeth arden ceramide mascara, I honestly believed that theres no other mascara out there that can pull my heart and soul from it.

My boyfriend gave me a few mini sized Lancome Hypnose Mascara in Black to try out. It's only 2ml but i've been using this baby forever!'

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This mascara promised volume, being smudge and clump proof.
Let me just tell you it delivered pretty much all that. 

It was volume baby! sorry a little blurry.. (Note: I didn't even curl my lashes in the pic below.. so imagine the result after curled =O!! )

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I like this mascara, the only thing I dislike about it is the time it takes to dry up!!!! with my elizabeth arden.. it dries up RIGHT away. If you blink too much with Lancome on your lashes the ink will go places, i promise.

For volumn, i'd recommend lancome.. if you want natural lengthy looking lashes... then arden..oh but i curled my lashes in the arden review


See my Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Mascara Review Here


Check out the ocean blue sky from a few days ago outside my place!

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