Fashion talk
Right now in the market, there are so many makeup products; really heard to decide which is nice for us / best for our skin. It seem like every mth, pops out a new brand n raves about its benefits to us as women; totally confusing!! Fake eyelashes are ‘in’ now? I almost find it everywhere even in the convenient stores. In fact, if u notice the convenient stores like Guardian n Watson is getting bigger n bigger, having to be sold all products. There are various counters selling different kinds of skincare / cosmetics / supplement. Even, KOSE have a counter in Guardian… wow. (In case u dun know, this brand is quite famous + ex like Lancôme) In Watson, there is a section for kawaii (Japanese) products…
Foundation
Find the right foundation by testing along yr jawline. Foundation is to dot on area with uneven pigmentation / scar to even out yr skin tone n leave the rest uncovered. Always rem to blend, blend, blend for perfect cover up.
6 basic types of foundations:-
Loose powder; good for light covering; oily / sensitive skin
Coverage: used it over foundation to set makeup – unless it is in mineral formulation which can act as foundation too. Pros: Mineral ones wont clog pores n have sunblock & skin-soothing uses. Cons: these can be messy as it gets all over yr dressing table or clothes.
Pressed Powder; good for normal – combination skin; toning down the shine from sunscreen.
Coverage: sheer to medium. Pros: light on skin, easy to apply, great for quick application on the go. Cons: Not for flaky skin as it will make skin look drier. Tends to run off face throughout the course of the day
Mousse; good for most skin type except very dry skin
Coverage: medium. Pros: whipped texture makes it easy to spread, while give a powdery matte finish for polished professional look. Cons: tend to dry out quickly n emphasizes dry areas of the face.
Gel; good for dry to combination skin
Coverage: medium. Pros: the texture feels cool to skin for sg humid climate. Cons: tends to come off oily skin after half a day.
Liquid; good for dry to combination skin
Coverage: medium to high. Pros: greater coverage than powdered versions. Easy to apply n not cakey. Cons: too many choices from matte to dewy have to try a few before settle on the right coverage n finish.
Cream; good for dry to normal skin
Coverage: medium to high. Pros: helps to cover fine lines n minor pigmentation; give luster to dry skin. Cons: could look cakey is applying w heavily
Stick; good for blemished faces n most skin types except for very oily.
Coverage: high. Pros: can be applying lightly / layered on for more coverage; works as concealer too. Cons: not for those with very oily skin as cream tends to wear off easily.
Bags;
branded bag are rage now. To own one of them is a ger’s dream… but nowadays, there are even had similar replica version at a reduced prices. And gers!! I m not talking about imitation goods!… this makes me abit mad.. Here im saving hard for that branded bag, then it had a similar replica version out in the market. It seems to make the brand / design of bag abit downvalued.
Clutch for lunch for u to take into any makan place. Im not talking for a big oversized clutch, but compact beauties here. Best to put the essentials; tissue packets, cellphone, makeup and some change n best not look like an auntie... Small enough to fit into an average-size tote bag, stylish enough to carry on its own and nt mistaken as a freebie make-up pouch. Versatile, designer, easily to match, lightweight, ladylike, organized.
Colored lens; said to make yr eyes look bigger / cool sunshades; Ray ban / vintage fashion / maxis dress / hair extension even eyelash extension are common. Gladiator sandals are a HIT now!! I also wan!! They are cool, personally I think of them as boots, still decide whether to go for heels or flats… mmm…mm