How to Trim, Shape, and Fill In Your Brows

My friends always ask me how I do my brows so I decided to do a video tutorial on it. :) This is how I usually shape my brows. I sometimes set it with MAC Beguille brow set or MAC Girl boy brow set after filling in with Dip Down. Hope you enjoy this video! :)

MAC 'Illustrated' by Rebecca Moses Brown Face Kit (Swatches & Video)

MAC Rebecca Moses Face Kit (brown)

If you've read my previous post, you'll know that I recently purchased the brush set and this palette from MAC's newest collection, 'Illustrated' by Rebecca Moses. I was excited cause this is my 1st time to purchase a palette from a collection. It was $49.50 ($101 value) at the Nordstrom website.

This palette includes:

1 blush (melba)

4 eyeshadows (clockwise: orb, all that glitters, show stopper, smoked sepia)

2 lipsticks (Ravishing clean, Myth light)

1 duo brush (275 SE medium angled brush, and 316 SE lip brush)

The 275 SE brush is so scratchy! I own a 2009 275SE but it was so soft, wider and fluffier, however the one included in this palette is very very scratchy and thinner.

Rebecca Moses Face Kit blush and eyeshadow swatches

The blush & eyeshadows are pigmented but you can barely see orb on my arm cause it's close as my skin color. I thought smoked sepia would be more of an orange brown but it's more of a rustic/dirty brown. I think show stopper was the only e/s I had a difficult time applying to my lid I feel like I need to scrape the eyeshadow on the pan to be able to get a good color pay off.

 MAC L/S comparisons

MAC L/S comparisons

And now, my FIRST youtube video :) Tutorial on how I use this palette. Hope you like it! :)

MAC 'Illustrated' Collection by Rebecca Moses All Over Brush Kit (Nordstrom Exclusive)

MAC All Over Brush Kit ('Illustrated' by Rebecca Moses)

Nordstrom recently launched this collection few weeks ago, and I had to make sure I get my hands on this brush set and the brown palette (photos and swatches on my next post). The ribbon design of the brush roll is just so pretty and girly and I just love the combination of brushes included in this kit. 

I bought them online at Nordstrom for $49.50 and had them delivered via Borderlinx since Nordstrom don't allow beauty products to be shipped internationally. I only payed $25 of shipping fee together with another 12 items of makeup. Still cheaper than to buy MAC here in Saudi Arabia!

 I was just wasn't crazy with the outside design which I thought are kinda creepy, but I love the matte black brush handles.

 According to Nordstrom:

M·A·C presents a brush roll featuring exclusive illustrations by witty fashion designer, Rebecca Moses and special-edition brushes shaped with full-size brush heads.

Kit includes:
- 168 SE Large Angled Contour Brush (1 1/4"W x 5"H).
- 287 SE Duo Fibre Eyeshadow Brush (1 1/4"W x 5"H).
- 224 SE Tapered Blending Brush (1 3/4"W x 5"H).
- 219 SE Pencil Brush (1 1/2"W x 5"H).
- 266 SE Small Angle Brush (1 1/2"W x 5"H).
- Brush roll crafted with pocket, flap to protect brushes and two small open pouches secured with an easy and efficient ribbon closure (6 1/2"W x 4"H; 8 1/2"H when open).

The 168 SE is used for applying blush, or bronzer to contour the face.

The 287 SE is great for applying gel e/s or paint pots to give a lid a wash of color and to help blend the product in.
The 224 SE is great for blending the harsh edges of eyeshadow and for blending concealer.
The 266 SE is great for applying gel liner on the top lash line or for creating a defined brow.

 Here's a side by side comparison of my MAC 168SE from 2009 Nordstrom exclusive and from the 2013 collection. The new brush is a little denser and more compact where as the one from the old collection is more loose and fluffy.

Here's a side by side comparison of the MAC 219 SE and the full sized 219. The brush are exactly the same! I know most people say that MAC travel brushes have bad quality compared to the full sized ones, but I own 2 brush sets from different collection and I'm happy with it and didn't think it was created poorly.

I think this brush set is great especially when traveling, and if you want to try MAC brushes without breaking the bank, this is a good deal! :)

Magnifibres: Brush On False Lashes

It's every girl's dream to have long, volumized, curled lashes. So when I browsed Lookfantatic's website and saw Magnifibre's, I just had to get it and try it for myself.

Magnifibres £17.00 at www.lookfantastic.com 

According to Magnifibres' website: Say goodbye to falsies with this no glue, no fuss and no mess alternative. The 100% natural fibres create captivating, luscious lashes that are glamourous yet natural-looking. Simply apply your usual mascara, then while it's still wet apply the Magnifibres onto your lashes. Wait 30-60 seconds, then add another coat of mascara to conceal the fibres. Voila! Show-stopping lashes are now yours.

1. Bare Lashes 2. One coat of Benefit "They're Real" mascara 3. One coat of Magnifibres 

4. Another coat of Benefit "They're Real"

As you can see, I don't think there's any difference using Magnifibres (left) and 2 coats of mascara without Magnifibres (right). I used the product according to the instructions and was really disappointed with the results. *sad face* I expected so much with this product but after using and trying it with different mascaras, It still didn't do what it claimed to do.

Lush Popcorn Lip Scrub

Lush Popcorn Lip Scrub

According to LUSH:   Indulge in the sweet-and-salty taste of this delectable lip scrub. Sugar and fine sea salt exfoliate away dry skin while jojoba and coconut oils restore essential hydration to the lips for a smooth, softened pout. Use Popcorn on its own for a luxurious (and delicious!) lip treatment, or before applying your favorite lip color for perfectly soft, kissable lips. Just try not to eat it straight from the pot!

FEATURES

• A lasting impression: A little Popcorn goes a long way, so this wee pot holds dozens of uses.
• Here to stay: Popcorn was so popular over the holidays we had to keep it around!
• Smooth moves: Kiss dry, rough lips goodbye! Popcorn leaves lips satiny smooth.

How To Use: Scrub your lips with our sugary Lip Scrubs to make them smooth and tempting. Take a pea-sized amount and scrub your lips soft, then lick off the excess!

 I got this on sale during my vacation back home. It was originally 495php and I bought it for 247php ($5.70)

I used it as directed. It really tasted like salty caramel popcorn! I scrubbed my lips till the dry flakes were off. Here's a before and after photo.

As you can see my lips are so chapped and became a lot smoother after scrubbing. The dry parts on the upper lip were gone. Be careful not to scrub too hard cause it might cause your lips to bleed if you have  really chapped lips.

I really love this product and would definitely purchase again! :) Have you tried LUSH lip scrubs? What's your favorite?