Catrice & Essence Haul 2

Heyy Beauties,

So around 2 weeks ago my friends and I decided to visit Gozo and whilst there we went to Arkadia. Of course Rachel and I and our other friend Gail ended up purchasing quite a lot of Catrice and Essence products.

On my part, I really needed a few basic items which I had ran out of:

The first product that I picked up is the Catrice Skin Finish Compact Powder in the lightest color '010 Transparent'. In my previous blog post I mentioned that I wanted to try out a new finishing powder and therefore I decided to try the Catrice one out. Keeping visiting our blog for a review.

Next 2 products are the Catrice False Lashes Mascara 'Fake it!' and Essence Long lasting Eye Pencil in the color 'Black Fever'. I still haven't used the Mascara, however my current mascara is drying out so I thought I better have one ready to use.

 

I needed a new blending brush and I found the Catrice Double ended Smokey Eyes Brush. I really like the Blending part of the brush. It is small enough to create a V shape and big enough to blend the color out. Also it is quite soft. 

The last 3 non- basic items are the: Catrice Ultimate Shine Lipstick in the color '180 Meet Violeta' (right), Catrice Nectar Gloss from the Colibri Collecting in the color 'C03 Gorgeous Blossom' (left) and an Essence eye shadow in the color '55 Shrimp me up' (under). 

That's all for today, join our blog for future reviews of these products,

Until next time,

Take Care

Jessica :)

TAG: 40 Question Tag

Hi Beauties,

Today I'm doing this 40 question tag in order to get to know me better.

SKINCARE

-How many times do you wash your face daily?

Once after a long day at work.

-What skin type do you have? (dry,oily,combo)

I have oily skin

-What is your current facial wash?

Nivea Refreshing Gel Cleanser

-Do you exfoliate?

Yes, Every other day.

-What brand do you use?

Simple smoothing facial scrub or mixing my cleanser with some sugar.

-What moisturizer do you use?

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion or Nivea Creme

-Do you have freckles?

No

-Do you use eye cream?

No

-Do you or did you have acne prone skin?

No

-Did you ever have to use Pro-activ?

No, never 

MAKE-UP

-What foundation do you use?

I don't use foundation. I use the Rimmel Pressed stay matte powder to keep my face from getting oily throughout the day. 

-How about concealer?

MUA brush on concealer pen, Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer

-Do you know your undertone color?

Warm (yellow)

-What do you think of fake eyelashes?

They're awesome but I've never tried them!

-Did you know that you are supposed to change your mascara every 3 months?

Yes, but I do throw them out when the mascara is dried up.

-What brand of mascara do you use?

Loreal and Nyc are my favourite.  

-Sephora or MAC?

Sephora.

-Do you have a MAC Pro-card?

No.

-What makeup tools do you use in make up application?

Brushes (Sigma or E.L.F) or my hands

-Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes?

Yes, everyday

-For the face?

E.l.F Mineral primer

-What is your favorite eyeshadow (color or shade)?

Neutral. Shimmery beige

-Do you use pencil or liquid eyeliner?

Both

-How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil?

I don't

-What do you think of pigment eyeshadows?

They're gorgeous and can be very versatile.

-Do you use mineral makeup?

Yes

-What is your favorite lipstick?

Kiko n0 11, Mac Rebel

-How about lipgloss?

Revlon super lustrous lipgloss in Coral Reef

-What is your favorite blush to use?

Don't have a fav blush yet.

-Do you buy your makeup on ebay?

Yes. Bought the 78 palette

-Do you like drugstore makeup?

LOVE IT!

-Do you go to CCO’s? (cosmetic company outlets)

I have never been to a CCO.

-Did you ever consider taking make-up classes?

No. There are plenty of tutorials on youtube.

-Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?

I wuldn't say clumsy but putting liquid liner is a bit of a pain.

-Name a makeup crime that you hate?

Overdrawn lips and pink shadows which will make eyes look red. :S

-Do you like colorful shades of makeup (lipstick,eyeshadow) or neutral ones?

Neutral shadows, bright lips 

-Which celebrity always has great make up?

Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian

-If you could leave the house using just ONE make up item,what would you use?

Mascara

-Could you ever leave the house without any makeup on?

Yes

-Do you think you look good even without any makeup on?

Yes.

-In your opinion, what is the BEST makeup line?

Kiko, E.L.F, Catrice and Essence are my fav.

-What do you think of Makeup?

I think that makeup should be used in order to enhance someone's beauty and give someone a confidence boost.

I tag: 
Dyna's Random Blog

Lara's Every Beauty Addict's Bible 

Martina & Denise from Beauty, Fashion and all things Fabulous

Take Care,

Rachel

XOXO

Foundation Routine and How to

Hey Beauties :)

So today I am going to share my Foundation Routine. This routine consists of 4 main steps. 

4 main steps

 Step 1:- Very important to always start with cleansed and moisturized skin. This will help the foundation to apply smooth and evenly over the face. First I start with the ELF Color concealer (bottom left). I apply the yellow concealer under my eyes to conceal any shadows and the green to conceal blemishes, redness and other imperfections. 

Step 2:- Next I apply beige (normal concealer) (bottom right) over the color concealer so that the colored concealer is blended even more in the skin and not risk the color to show. 

Step 3:- This is the main step. I apply the foundation (upper left) with the ELF stippling blush in a circular motion all over the face. I use a circular motion so that the foundation is buffed in the skin. This will make the foundation look more natural and without any creases. Always remember to also apply the foundation to your neck so that they match and no foundation lines are visible. 

Step 4:- Last step, set the foundation with powder. I use ArtDeco Pressed Powder (upper right) with a kabuki brush and apply it also in a circular motion. 

With this routine I find that I end up with flawless skin, however keep in mind that certain huge 'monsters' are somewhat difficult to cover up completely haha. 

Also, I want to try a different setting powder, what would you recommend?

I hope this has helped,

Until next time

Take Care

Jessica :) 

Review: NYX Cream Blush

Hello Beauties,

The cream blushes have 3.5g of product which is a fair amount for the price. I have the shades CB 02 Natural and CB08 Hot Pink. 

Natural is a light nude-pink shade hence the name Natural, while Hot flush is a fuchsia colour and really goes bright on the cheek. The cream blush is really creamy, soft and one should use a minimal amount. The blushes add the right flush to the cheeks without looking heavy or obvious that one is wearing blush. After applying a face primer, I use my finger - dotting it to my cheeks for a natural effect, then blending it with a small stipple brush. Afterwards, I set the cream blush with a powder blush or a pressed powder for staying power. Those who have dry skin may leave this step out since it creates a very dewy finish. It lasts all day and is very buildable and natural-looking.

There are a lot of shade to choose from; ranging from natural to reds, which can compliment every skin tone. These blushes do not have any scent. Nyx Cosmetics can be found on http://www.cherryculture.com/ , http://www.nyxcosmeticsstore.co.uk/ . For our maltese viewers both websites ship to Malta. *yay*.

Take Care,

Rachel

xoxo

Essence & Catrice Haul

Hello Beauties,

Two days ago I visited Tony's Pharmacy, for the first time, and bought some Essence and Catrice products to try them out.

I bought 3 eye shadows, 2 from Essence and 1 from Catrice. The first two are '57, In the clouds' and '32, Jazzed up'.

The Catrice eye shadow is '510, in love with hulk' (love the name hehe)

Next, 2 lipsticks, one from Essence and another from Catrice. The Essence one is a very sheer baby pink color called '01, frosted' and the Catrice lipstick is a very bright coral color called '050, Princess Peach'.

 

I really needed a new blush therefore I picked up Catrice Multi Color Blush in the color '010, Riviera Rose'. I really love this color and it can also be used as a highlight since it has 4 different colors. 

I also wanted to try out Catrice lip glosses therefore I bought Catrice color show in the color '090, No.9 is mine'. 

 

Last but not the least, I bought Essence Long lasting eye pencil, which is a sheer golden color and its called '04, look at me'.

What are your favourite products from Essence and Catrice?

What do you think about Essence foundations? I want to try them out :)

Make sure to Follow this blog for future reviews about these products :)

Looking forward for my next Essence & Catrice purchase,

Take Care

Jessica xxx

IMPORTANT.. HELP!! :)

Hi Beauties :)

During today and tomorrow I need your help. I am participating in the Shana Malta Model Challenge and today and tomorrow are the days were voting is being done. The voting process is by people voting for me on the Poll. Therefore, please first like Shana Malta’s FB page:

http://www.facebook.com/ShanaMalta?ref=ts

and then vote for me ‘Jessica Magro’ on the Poll which can be found on Shana Malta's FB page:

Thank you for your help :)

Take Care

Jessica xxx

What's in my everyday make up bag?

Hi beauties,

I keep my everyday's essentials in a small Makeup bag on my vanity, since it's much easier to reach in the morning rather than going through loads of products.

E.L.F Mineral Infused Face Primer

This primer is amzing. It helps to keep oil at bay, therefore no retocuhing is needed throughout the day.

Rimmel Match Perfection in shade 040 Soft Beige

I use this concealer under my eyes to conceal my under eye circles.

Urban Decay Primer Potion

I use this primer in order to keep my eyeshadow stay put throughout the day.

Sigma F30 brush

With the sigma F30 (a large powder brush with the powder), works perfectly to set my concealer and mattify my face.

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder  

Inglot 330M (Matte)

This eye shadow is a light beige. I use it in the inner corners and brow bone.

Eyelash curler 

Rimmel Glam Eyes Day 2 Night mascara

I'd curl my eyelashes first, then put on mascara.

NYX Blush in the shade PB03 Angel 

I apply my blush with a small stipple brush in order to achieve a natural finish.

Stipple brush

What's in your everyday bag?

Take care,

Rachel 

xoxo