Maybelline Color Tattoo in Too Cool

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I've always liked cream eyeshadows because they are pigmented, easy to apply (most of the time), and a little product goes a long way.  Most importantly, for some odd reason, cream eyeshadows crease less on my lids than a normal eyeshadow powder would.

So, when I saw from Temptalia.com that Maybelline released cream eyeshadows, I knew I had to get my hands on them!  I am so in love with my Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow but the price is kind of steep since a pot costs PhP1,000.  Maybelline costs about half of that once converted to PhP (including tax).




swatch

on my lids without an eyeshadow primer

closer look


AFTER 12 HOURS..






This look was inspired by Holly-annaeree's look.  Although hers was way better, of course.  I didn't make the eyeliner thicker and I didn't apply false eyelashes because I was just in the office that day.

Pros:
- pigmented
- a little goes a long way
- really creamy so it's so easy to apply
- really adheres to your lids even without a primer
- no creasing on lids
- comes in several shades
- affordable (around USD10 max for each pot)

Cons:
- not locally available (though you may try your luck with online sellers)


Too Cool reminds me of Urban Decay's eyeshadow in Polyester Bride but in cream form, of course.  It does have glitters/shimmers but once applied on the lids, it's not that obvious unless you pack on it.  This cream eyeshadow is also good as a base color for your other eyeshadows to make the color pop even more!

I definitely recommend this and I would definitely repurchase once I empty the pot!

By far, this is the best Maybelline product I have ever tried!  Best!


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Christmas 2012 Giveaway [CLOSED]

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As mentioned on my previous post, I am having another giveaway!

I'll be giving away Belle De Jour planners again plus other beauty products!

Prize #1:
Bobbie Brown Beauty Evolution Book
BDJ 2013 Planner
Sephora 2-way mirror
Majolica Majorca Mascara
Model's Own Sweet Lips lipgloss
Strip it! Hair Removal Sugaring
4u2 Cosmetics BB Powder
4u2 Cosmetics Lip Balm
Shawill Eyeshadow and Blush Palette
The Face Shop False Eyelashes
NYC Bronzer
Suesh Mini Kabuki Brush
The Face Shop Square Cotton Pads
Olay Moisturizing Cream
The Face Shop Face Emulsion
Skin Food Caviar Face Set
Skin Food Product Samplers
Virginia Olsen mineral eyeshadow (not on photo)


Prize #2:
Bobbie Brown Beauty Evolution Book
BDJ 2013 Planner
Sephora 2-way mirror
E.L.F. Beauty-on-the-Go palette
Model's Own Sweet Lips lipgloss
Maybelline Volum' Express Mascara
Olay Moisturizing Cream
Etude House Beauty Blender
James Cooper Blush On
Dramatic False Eyelashes
4u2 Cosmetics Liquid Foundation
4u2 Cosmetics Lip & Cheek Tint
The Face Shop Square Cotton Pads
The Face Shop Face Emulsion
Skin Food Grape Cell Set
Skin Food Product Samplers
Virginia Olsen mineral eyeshadow (not on photo)



Just follow these easy steps for you to win! There will be two winners: 1 on Twitter and 1 on Youtube!    It's up to you which social network you'll use to join.  But you're free to send entries using all three since it gives you more chances of winning!

FOR TWITTER:
1.  Follow @raregem on Twitter
2.  Tweet about the giveaway and tag three Twitter friends: "@raregem is having a giveaway! You might be the lucky winner @friend1 @friend2 @friend3"

FOR YOUTUBE:
1. Subscribe to my YouTube channel (@rarevanity).
2. Like the video giveaway.
3. Refresh the page and comment below telling me which number you are (example: 7th person to like this video)



FOR FACEBOOK: (to double your chance of winning)
1. Like my Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/GemOfRareVanity
2. Post this on your wall and make sure that you tag my FB page and two of your friends on Facebook!
  "@Gem Of Rare Vanity is having a Christmas Giveway!  you might be the lucky winner @friend1 @friend2"

This is optional but you may also like Belle De Jour, E.L.F Cosmetics PH, 4u2 Cosmetics PH, Maybelline Cosmetics PH, Suesh Brushes and Tool Kit and Virginia Olsen on Twitter and Facebook!

This christmas giveaway starts today until December 28!  So, good luck and Merry Christmas!

Winner of BDJ 2013 Planner!*

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Hey, lovely Bellas!  Thank you for sending in your entries!

And I know I'm a day late of announcing the winner. So, without further ado, I'll be showing you who the lucky winner is!



1. Alen Gallano (@ayanobayan)

2. Sheng Marasigan (@sheng marasigan)
3. Azaza (@lalita_zilli)
4. Rhania Chang (@rhaindropz)
5. Jaja Ferreria (@jajaferreria)
6. Katherine Rivera (@kathneko)
7. Maria Krizelda (@kccoronel)
8. Lyn Florig (@lynparconflorig)
9. Alegria (@happy_alegria)
10. Mikhaela Tabimina (@mkhaelaa)
11. Glenn Encinares (@glennygrace)
12. Snow Scribes (@snowdee321)
13. Roshelle Pauline (@paucheecasimiro)
14. Kristine (@tintililing)
15. Vhielley T (@vhielley)
16. Aleya Rama (@thealeyatweets)
17. Danica Ramos (@snow_pearls)
18. Sharmaine (@viverireaimer)
19. Shay Castillo (@sheelalalamarie)
20. Svetlani (@beauthriftful)
21. Gem Marie (@sonopreziosi)
22. Lullaby (@tintedsmile)
23. Michelle Diaz (@michdiaz29)
24. Mizi Sarte (@mizichic)

The names above are the legit entries.  Some entries were not counted because they have failed to follow both me and BDJ on Twitter!


Using random.org, the winner of BDJ 2013 planner is:




KATHERINE RIVERA!


Congratulations, girl!  Please send me your mailing address at gemmrare@aol.com so that BDJ can send the planner to you immediately!

To those that didn't win, don't fret cos I have another giveway tomorrow!  Hint: BDJ planner, Bobbie Brown Book, and lots of makeup and other beauty products!


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Mickey Mouse Mug

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I have this inexplicable fascination with mugs.  Not just any mug though - statement and cute mugs.  So it was no brainer when I saw this Mickey Mouse Mug at Disneyland Hong Kong.



The mug is slightly bigger than Starbucks' collection series mug.  When I drink Milo using this mug, I use up two sachets.  This mug is close to my heart because it reminds me of a lot of happy things. Haha!

The mug retails for HKD80.  The price is actually reasonable.

Do you like mugs, too?  Even more, do you collect mugs?  Let me know!


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Black Beauty Shampoo

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One of the products I got from SaldBox's Octber box is a shampoo sachet from Black Beauty.  I was so disappointed when I saw this in the box because sachets are only worth about PhP10 each.  Plus the other products in the box weren't pleasing either so seeing a sachet irked me even more.

I tried these products anyway because I don't want to put it into waste.  The first sachet that I used was the blue shampoo.  It's just shampoo.  The second sachet was the 2-in-1 shampoo (shampoo and conditioner).







It might probably be too soon to tell about my 2 cents on these products since I only tried them once.  This is why I think samples for hair products should be full size bottles.  Because it takes a while to see the effects (if there are any).

The scent of this shampoo is nothing grand.  It doesn't small bad but it doesn't smell that good either.  The 2-in-2 shampoo doesn't work.  I still used a conditioner afterwards.  I didn't feel my hair to be extra soft upon using this.  But as I've said, I've only used the sachets.

Not sure if I will buy full size bottles for this since I'm not convinced with the smell of the shampoo.

If you've tried this, let me know what you think.

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