The Product:
Double Eyelid Tape from Daiso
Size: 13 pairs of eyelid tape
Use: For those trying to obtain an double eyelid
Background:
I had the unfortunate fate of having monolids. Given this, I always have a hard time applying eyeliner that would show up and not look 5 inches thick when I close my eyes. So when I found out about the world of double eyelid tape, I was intrigued. I did a lot of research and read about many people’s experience with using this technique. The pros are getting the double eyelid and making your eyes appear larger. The cons to this is getting droopy eyelids in the long run. But there was a way to avoid the droopiness; you just have to be really careful with removing the tape after using it. So I started the hunt of looking for double eyelid tape, I bought all sorts of brands and sizes. The key is to picking the size that looks most natural when you have it applied.
The Experience:
This particular double eyelid tape that I have tried out has been the easiest and most natural looking one that I have used. Applying the tape takes a little bit of practice to perfect; I still haven’t gotten the hang of it. The process of putting it on may seem a little intimidating and scary at first, but it is not bad at all. If you can curl your lashes, you could do this! What I have learned through my research is being able to get permanent crease on your lid if you use it everyday for a certain amount of time. I tried to commit myself to applying it everyday to get that crease that I always wanted but it is hard to get the same shape every time I apply it. So that got me little on the edge since I don’t want to end up with having uneven eyelids.
The “Science”:
It is pretty hard to explain how the tape works but I will try my best and not confuse anyone. (The pictures might help!) The tape has two sticky side to it. The package comes with a stick to hold the tape on so your fingers don’t take away from the stickiness. Using the stick to get the tape, I get the tape aligned a little bit above my lash line and place it on the skin. Then still using the same stick, I push the bit of skin above the tape for the other side of the tape to stick on to the mid part of my skin. And voila, I have double eyelids.
Final Thoughts:
The idea of getting double eyelid with this method as opposed to getting surgery is very appealing to me. But the thought of potentially getting droopy eyelid or uneven eyelid gives me second thoughts. I am open to trying different brands and methods to obtaining double eyelids. There are many other brands that I still want to try out and when I do, I’ll make sure to share the best ones. I also gave double eyelid glue a try so if you guys want to know my thoughts on that, let me know!
-J
Brand: MAC
Size: .68 oz / 19.5 g
Price: $85 USD
After many releases of different popular eyeshadow palettes, it was only a matter of time when MAC releases its own permanent eyeshadow palette line. The palette comes in 15 different warm neutrals. Despite owning several warm and neutral palettes, I had to get my hands on this beautiful palette.
MAC released two neutral palettes, one cool toned and one warm toned, which I own. The colors are absolutely beautiful and glorious. Looking at the colors alone, I fell victim to its beauty. Goodbye $85.00, come to mama. The price hit the last nail of my coffin… $85 was a steal!!! Buying 15 refills alone would be $150, not to mention, you’d have to purchase the empty palette as well.
I have never bought any MAC eyeshadows (please don’t kill me) but I have used them before. The single eyeshadow pans are so expensive ($16 USD a piece)! I thought the lipsticks were much more worth buying. Having these shadows as almost a first impressions of MAC eyeshadows is a blessing. The texture is so silky, and the colors are opaque. Compared to some palettes I’ve used before, the eyeshadows have minimal fallout.
Final Thoughts:
I use it for my everyday makeup, dates, special events, everything from A-Z. If I had a do-over would I repurchase? YES, now run along and get yourself one!!! Comment down below for different looks :)
-K
Laneige BB Cushion
Size: 1.05 Oz / 30g (15g per cushion)
Shade: Light
Skin Type: For all skin
Background:
All of the skin products that I used for coverage has always been a BB or CC cream. I rarely do use a foundation for my everyday makeup routine. I just need something that provided protection from the sun and cover up some of my blemishes. The very first BB cream I used was from Lovely ME:EX that I got from The Face Shop. It was an easy product to use and gave me the coverage I needed. After finishing out that one, I tried a BB cream from Face it and a CC cream also from Face it. I finished out those products and finally got my hands on the Laneige BB Cushion; I got mine at a local target for $34.
Experience:
At first, I was a little skeptical about using the puff because I am used to just using my hands to apply my products. It is just faster that way and it saves me from having to wash a brush. I felt like using the puff took a bit of time because I had to keep patting it to blend and even out the product. But after a few times of using the puff, it got easier and faster. What I love about this product is that the SPF is 50. So the sun protection is great and the coverage is awesome.
The “Science”:
The way you apply this product is different from others. What is in the compact is a cushion that has been soaked and absorbed with the product. The way you use this product is taking the puff and pushing it against the cushion to get the bb cream onto the puff. From there, you apply to your face. When I first put it on my face, it has this cooling effect to it; which I thought was pretty cool. I also get a glowing effect to my face after everything sets.
Final Thought:
This could seem like it is on the pricey side if you are looking for something that is budget friendly. But if you think about it, you are paying for two cushion. There is already one in the compact and one refill in the box. The bonus to the price is a new applicator puff is also provided. So essentially you are paying around $17 per cushion. Not bad right? I have been really loving this BB cream for what it does. This will be something I will be repurchasing until they stop making it. (Which I hope they don’t!)
-J
Product: Style Pop Pudding Tint (3) & Style Pop Juice Tint (1)
Brand: Aritaum
Size: 8 mL
Price: $~8 USD
Availability: Beautynetkorea.com
One of the reasons why I was drawn to the Pop Pudding Tints were the texture. I’ve tried other different Korean lip tints before but all of them were more on the watery side. I’ve never been a fan of sticky lip products so I try to stay away from glossy lipsticks and shiny lip glosses, it can’t be just me right?
I’ve seen the Benefit Benetints before and I have also tried them in Sephora. The colors are very flattering on my lips but not for my wallet. The Benetints retail for about $30 USD (OMG). I was hoping that these tints would be dupes for the Benetints.
The Aritaum Style Pop Pudding Tints come in 4 different colors: Polka Pink, Swing Coral, Tango Red, and Lolli Pop. I purchased all of the colors but the Tango Red because most of the lip tints I own are red. Compared to the Etude House Cherry Tints, the color payoff is not as beautiful. The colors of the bottle are the literal colors of the product. I also have to apply several times in order for the color to show up.
The texture of these tints are similar to that of the Etude House Cherry Tints. While the texture is unique compared to many other Korean tints, the lasting power is not very great. I find myself checking in the mirror every 20 - 30 minutes to see whether or not the color on the lips are still there. After two sips of water, the color will disappear.
Now let’s get to the positive part of the review haha. Although the lasting power is not good, I don’t feel uneasy when quickly applying in the morning without a mirror. The doe tip certainly helps with the quick application. I find that the longer lasting the lip product, the more hesitant I am to quickly apply the product. I love using this product as a lip base for my lipsticks. The tints give a more vibrant look and keeps my lip color on much longer. The applicator and texture gives a quick and easy application.
On the other hand, the Benefit Benetint compliments my skin much more than the Cherry Rose Pop Tint. The consistency is the same and the lasting power is a bit better than the Aritaum Pop Tint. Although the Benetint is absolutely gorgeous, I would not repurchase it because of its price ($30 USD). I believe there are other brands that can give more bang for my buck.
Final Thoughts:
I would not repurchase the Aritaum Style Pop Pudding nor the Aritaum Style Pop Tint products. For the price, I would purchase a more long lasting lip tint. If you want the very natural look, these products will probably be for you. I will continue to hunt for the perfect lip tint after finishing these off.
-K
The Product:
Etude House Dr. Mascara Fixer for Perfect Lashes #01
Size: 0.20 fl. oz.
Lash Type: For any lashes that need extra ‘umph’
Background:
My lashes are really hard to work with. I have gone through many mascara bottles to see which one will work for me and nothing has satisfied me. The mascara will either get clumpy, won’t keep my curl, or do nothing at all. It took me a really long time to find a mascara that will be perfect for me because my monolids usually push down on my lashes. But then Kim showed me this product and I was excited to try it out.
Experience:
So Kim gave me the Dr.Mascara Fixer as one of my birthday gifts and I was stoked to try it out. After curling my lashes, I coat my lashes with the fixer and then repeat on the other side. I then used my Stila waterproof mascara and I was surprised to see how pretty my lashes looked. I was keeping my fingers crossed that this will last the whole day. And as hoped, it stayed curled the whole day. I did the same process for about two months and I decided to switch up the mascara to see if it would work the same. Last week, I started to use make-up forever mascara that I got in my birthday gift from Sephora. This was a regular mascara and not waterproof like the previous one. I was ecstatic to see the same results and also longer lashes due to the mascara.
The “Science”
I would describe this as a thin primer that preps your lashes for mascara. My lashes are very thin so when I apply this, it gives a bit of volume and separation. With that coat on, applying a mascara is like ‘sealing the deal’. Think of the fixer being the base and the mascara being the concrete. If you have thin and brittle base then the concrete won’t be stable. Also there are infused black food extract that will condition your lashes.
Final Opinion:
For so long I have been looking for a mascara that would be perfect for my lashes but I think the problem was the step before mascara. Since my lashes were so thin, putting mascara directly on my lashes will cause it to clump because I would have to put on so many coats. But with this fixer, it was able to keep my lashes curled and give it volume. It adds an extra step, but it is a step worth doing. I would definitely repurchase this product for as long as they make them and I hope they never stop making this cause my lashes are gonna suffer.
Quick Tip: After applying Dr. Mascara Fixer, wait five minutes before putting on mascara. This will help the curl last all day.
-J
