BeautyReview: Erre Due Perfect Mat Foundation

Erre Due Perfect Mat

So, here we are with another beauty review, and this week we have this foundation fron Erre Due, a greek make up company. According to the company's site, this product claims that it is "An oil free foundation with a very smooth finish, protects the skin throughout the day due to its SPF 30, goes on smoothly and dries immediately after application, and its velvet finish becomes one with the skin, it is suitable for combination to oily and oily complexions". The product is around 22 euros but the price differs between stores and online shopping beauty sites.

Before we start, a huge applause for Erre Due because it's one of the few brands that give you samples for foundation and for all the shades. And I say that because most companies don't give samples neither let you get some product to test it out. So, huge pron for Erre Due for me!

The Product

The assistant picked for me the shade 03 Vanilla Spice, which turned out to be the perfect match for my skin, it blended bery nicely with the color of my neck. The actual product comes out of the pump very thick, almost like a paste. But after I warm it between my fingers I can feel the velvet finish the ad claims, and it got smoother as long as I was blending it. So I thought it wouldn't be one of those really heavy foundation that would be very diffucult to work with.





 Day 1

The first day that I applied the foundationI applied it over a primer (my Too Faced Primed & Poreless Primer to be specific) and I dotted the first layer of foundation on the main points of my face, like my cheecks, nose, forehead, chin and a tiny bit on my neck to check if it was the color for me. Then I massaged it onto my skin to warm up the product and I used a buffing brush to blend the edges. By the first layer I noticed that apart that the color was a good match for my skin, it is a high coverege foundation and I barely needed any concealer for my imperfections like discoloration.

I applied a second layer of it with the same method but probably it was too much for my skin to take it. It didn't dry immediatly as the ad claims, it felt a bit tacky to the touch so I left it for a few minutes before I added anything else on my skin. When it dried it did feel very smooth and velvety on my skin, and it had a pretty matte finish. It did feel a bit heavy, but that was probably my mistake by applying two layers instead of one. I skipped powder all together so that I wouldn't make things worse and due to the fact that my skin looked alright without it.

After 8 hours when I got home and before I removed my make up and I checked it for the last time, the foundation hadn't moved at all. I had a tiny bit of shine on my nose, but that is nothing cause I always get a shine there with any foundation, and my forehead and cheeks were a bit cakey which was again my fault cause of the second layer. But lasting wise, I was very pleased with it. My skin looked matte but still natural, so that's a point as well for this foundation.

Day 2

The second day I used it for a night out with friends, so I did it right this time and used just one layer of foundation. This time thought I used my moisturizer right before I used the foundation to see if I could make the product go to the more dewy side. Again, I didn't use any concealer (apart from under the eyes) or powder on my skin cause I was cevered enough.

After 11 hours, again, the foundation hadn't moved and it look cakey at all. The touch was still smooth and velvety. This time, my skin had a bit of glow to it, meaning that applying your moisturizer before the foundation can still give you that effect. One more point then.

The Result

After all, this foundation is everything the ad claims to be. It is a high coverage and long lasting foundation that will last you well all day if you're a girl on the go like me that wants to do their make up in the morning and just forget about it. I don't recommend it for gals with dry skin because of it matte finish, but for me and my combination to oil complexion is great. Probably you should skip powder with this product or flash photography (cause the SPF 30 that it contains might make your skin look extra white and washed out in photos) and always use a little bit cause it can go a long way with just one punp. You can use it by itself or with a primer underneath it for that perfect matte and natural finish, or you can use your moisturizer before this for that bit of dewiness.

I totally recommend this product, it worths every cent and I will totally buy it for myself as well.

BeutyReview: Maybelline The Falsies Feather-Look

 The whole Falsies line has made a huge rage in the beauty community, just name which one is the best of them (personally, I adore the Black Drama). Now, Maybelline has launched a new mascara for this line, the Feather-Look mascara, which claims to make your lashes feel soft, not heavy at all, but with the same results as the original Falshies. And I am here to give that a test.

Maybelline The Falsies Feather-Look Mascara

The wand

First of all, the wand reminds me of the one that the One-By-One mascara, which I like cause that wand was really helping me getting into the really short lashe that I have.

Also, it's really bendy, like ridiculously bendy, when you apply the mascara you can feel it bend.

At first I thought that wouldn't be really functional because I prefer to have the full control of how much I apply on my lashes, but I reaslised that was the whole trick that your lashes feel vey light. The bendy wand controls how much you apply so that you don't end up with over loaded lashes that most possibly will run during the day.

The consistency

I was really disapponted at this part cause when I opened it for the first time, it was very liquidy, and that's something I truly hate on a mascara. But that's nothing a bit of air can fix, I let it dry a bit and then it was just fine. The only time I had the same problem with a Maybelline mascara was with the original Colossal Waterproof, it was so liquidy that a waterproof mascara would run and make me look like a panda. But it was better after a few weeks when it dried a bit. And that is my main tip, let the Falsies Feather-Look mascara dry a little at first!!

 The result and lasting

My lashes without the Falsies Feather-Look:

My lashes with the Falsies Feather-Look (1st coat):

(2nd coat):

Thoughts

The result is quite nice, it did make my lashes a bit clumpy but if you're into this effect like me it won't bother you a lot. It made my lashes more volumized and a lot more flared (something I wasn't expecting), and indead feels very soft when I touch my lashes.

Would I wear it for a night out? Probably not. Although it gives volume it's not the really dramatic sky-high effect that I want for a night out. But it's a really nice every day mascara for someone that wants defined lashes but nothing over the top.

Over all, I give this mascara a 4/5 (due to the consistency)

I hope you enjoyed it!

xoxo

2013 Spring beauty trends

picture from http://pinterest.com

March is here, so spring is coming, so wardrobes and boudouirs have to be made again, so shopping has to be done, so... AAAAAAAAARGH! Too much stress!! O_o

Anyways, if you narrow down what the trends this spring are, you may have a crearer idea of what suits you best. So, let's dive into them now, shall we?

1. Emerald everything

And I don't mean ABSOLUTELY everything, just a few pops of colors here and there. This rule is not only included in fashion, but also in beauty. An emerald nail polish, a nice smudged green line through the laces makes a big difference.

 2. Matte Lipcolors

photo from ELLE Magazine US

 The colors for this season aren't very restricted, you can put yourself out there with reds and corals and pinks and berries, whatever. But make sure to always keep it matte. I love my LOVIE lipsticks (a brand that no one has ever heard of) and my Maybelline Color Sensationals at the moment for that job!

The trick to have pretty matte lips is to always keep them hydrated, so keep your Liposans with ya and pout those suckers out! :P

3. Natural Looking Lashes

photo from allwomenstalk.com

Those lovely little dark lines of hair that are delicately curled that you see all over the magazines and you wonder: "Why can't I do that?" every time you apply your mascara and it turns out all spikey and clumpy (which is still nice, but a whole different look). Still, it's really easy...

All you have to do after curling your lashes, is to take your mascara wand and with a tissue wipe off the extra product very well. Then apply mascara as usual. A very practical tutorial about this is by the legendary Mary Greenwell, the make up artist of Princess D (just felt like throwing a tutorial as well!)

4. Sixties

And yes, the mod aera is back!! The twinlky bottom lashes, the blackest black eyeliner and the matte skin have always been my faves. The trick is the the eyeliner gets graphic, so you're free to do anything, from Twiggy's iconic look to Lade Gaga's "Judas" liner.

A few examples:

5. Neutral Nails

photo from http://lamourjosie.com

Another pretty trend that everybody loves (and if they don't they just should!) cause it's simple and easy! Adamo has some very nice neutral colors if you can get your hands on any of them (plus, they're really cheap, like 4 euros a bottle) and Essie has a wide range as well for a more professional result, like Figi, Minimalistic, San Tropez, Mucho Dinero and Bangle Jangle.

That's all for today! Have a nice week! :D

February 2012 favorites - Beauty

So, I'll skip January after all cause Fabruary is almost done and I'll switch them since I was more chilling than digging new stuff during holidays! XD (not to mention the winter finals) I tried to have a wide range in beauty products and I narrowed the reaaaally long list I had into the Top 10.

1st - Maybelline Colossal Waterproof Mascara

Maybelline, maybelline.com

I've had the non waterproof version of this a long time ago and I wasn't very satisfied with it. Firstly, it was very flaky and the consistancy was a bit like glue. And it was a bit disappointing cause I really liked the result of the volume that was giving. This on the other hand is a very much improved version of this mascara, cause the consistancy changed- it's a bit more liguidy, which means no flakes (YEAH!). The drawback is that it's not really waterproof but more of water-resistant so I wouldn't be recommending it for a summer mascara when someone wants something on their eyes on the beach, but still the result is better than the original one.

2nd - L' Oreal Paris Color Infailible Eyeshadow

L' Oreal Paris

I was looking for a nice glittery gold eyeshadow cause gold is working in most skin types and I came across the new eyeshadow line of L' Oreal. I got the color in the 027 Goldmine just to try it out and it's simply amazing. It has a very silky finish and the glitter is not chunky at all (cause it looked chunky from the outside of the package, BELIEVE ME!). Also, it applys so easily cause it doesn't really give you so many fall-outs as I expected, although you got to keep an eye on that now and then. 

3rd - Cosmopolitan Eyelash Curler

Cosmopolitan, superdrug.com

Cosmo has a line for beauty tools, who knew? I DIDN'T!! XD I was kind of surprised when I came across a whole section of these products and I was even more surprised after I looked at their prices cause they are REAAAALLY cheap. And since I was lucking a eyelash curler I bought this for only 3 euros or so and have my tool collection full again.

4th - Too Faced Primed & Poreless Primer

toofaced.com

Ok, I had to try this product just because everyone was talking crazy about it. But it is true after all! I can also say from now on that it's the best primer I've ever tried. If you're familiar with the running or fadind effect your foundation does even if you powder a lot, forget about it with this one! All magically gone!! The one problem that I have with this and keeps me from saying that I'll re-buy it after it's gone is the price. Just the bottle of 28 gr costed 30 euros. Seriously, the bottle is TINY! For now I'm using it only for special occassions. Maybe I'll get it again if I'm in a very desperate situation (or when I win the lottary!)

5th - Garnier's Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream

Garnier

 Now that's a product I'm re-buying for sure. I use this every morning after my moisturizer and it totally does what it promises- hydrates, covers (not full, it's just a cream for God's ache!), gives an even and vibrant skin complaction, and contains SPF. You can leave it as it is and start your day, or can add a little bit of your foundation or just concealer for that extra coverage on blemishes, dark circles etc. And just a little bit of another product, which means saving more for another time! ;) And it works for all skin types, for me, the sensitive oily skinned gal with acne, to my best friend with flacky dry skin.

6th - Apivita's Mask For Young Oily Skin With Propolis

Apivita Express Masks

 As I mentioned before, I have really oily skin with allergy reactions and breakouts now and then, but this stuff right there is my life savor!! It evens out my skin so perfectly just by using it one whole month once a week. And since I'm still continuing to use it, it helps to even reduce old scars from acne and all that thanks to the propolis it contains. You can find your own skin type in Apivita's Express Masks in a very reasonable price.

7th - Clinique Turnaround Instant Facial

www.clinique.com

And yes, yet another mask, from a tube this time. But this one is totally different cause I strongly believe that with a bit of advertising this product could be in the best sellers list right next to the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion/Gel. This is the greatest stuff I've tried when I want that instant brightness on my skin. It's quick (only 5 minutes on your skin), it's easy (just massage your skin with the product before let it dry), the color is not a crazy freaking-out shade (colorless) and the results... Mm-hm!!

8th - Clinique Fresh Bloom Allover

www.clinique.com

 I admit it, even though make up is my hobby and I love doing it, sometimes I wake up in the morning just feeling too bored to bother with it. That's why I look for something that I can use all over my face and get done and feel polished and fresh. I have a wide collection of stuff that are multi-useable and this is my latest addition. I use the center of the flower and the petals to shade my eyes for that effortless every day smokey eye and the backround as a highlighter for about anywhere on my face- eyebrow bone, cheeks, bridge of the nose, cupid's bow etc. The three colors combined make a lovely blush color that make your cheeks look healthy.

9th - Oriflame's Tender Care Lip Balm

 

gr.oriflame.com

I don't know what's with this product that really got me. The texture, that is gelly soft? The smell, which is like vanilla? The feel of full lips after the use? Maybe all those together? Don't know really! :P

10th - Tommy Hilfinger's "Tommy Girl" Perfume

 

Tommy Hilfinger

 This brings back all my childhood memories which are full of that scent, cause my Mom had a huge crush on this perfume. I got it as a birthday present from my aunt and the clean woody and spicy scent made me abbandon my beloved Burberry's "The Beat" for a little while. I even carry it around with me in my bag, imagine the obssession! XD

So this is it! I hope you find some of the info useful. ;) Enjoy!

Jessie J's "Who You Are" Fashion Inspired

Jessica Ellen Cornish (born in 27 of March 1988), better known by her stage name Jessie J, is one of the beat female artists in the current mysic bussiness. She is an English R&B and soul recording artist who rose to fame having written songs for many artists. She is currently signed to Island Records. She studied at the BRIT School for many years.

Jessie's album "Who You Are" is her first solo album which is going really well for the last two years both in Europe and US. Her big hits, "Do It Like A Dude", "Price Tag" with B.o.B. and "Who's Laughing Now" made everone dance. So these are three different outfits inspired by these tracks.

Look No.1: "Do It Like A Dude"

"Do It Like A Dude" is very dynamic song with the "girl power" message all over it. So edgeness is requiered! Studs, spikes, Doc Martens and an old-school satchel bag in bright colors are the best accessories for this outfit.

Look No.2: "Price Tag"

 

 The cheerful beat of "Price Tag" makes us think of happy things, like kids and sunshine etc. The song says "You got your shades on your eyes, and your heels so high that you can't even have a good time", so I prefer to follow Jessie's words and go for flat comfy sandals. The casual tee (notice the ironic message it has?: "Let them eat cake", words of Marie Anduanette when she was told that the people of Paris were starving) and the tight skirt give a more urban look, combined with the cropped jacket.

Look No.3: "Who's Laughing Now"

"Who's Laughing Now" is all about confidence- gained confidence, after a lot of difficult situations. And to achieve this kind of confidence, it's better to work with items you know you feel comfortable in, like tight pants and a leather jacket (all time favorite for most). The colorful and bold accessories will give a more unique touch in the outfit.

Jessie J's Beauty

Jessie's hairstyle is bold and fresh. Jet black mostly straight hair, chin length, with bangs. And to achieve that, this is a very interesting video I found in YouTube for hair makeovers!

As for her make up, Jessie's distinguish do is having colored lips and dark eyes. There are very helpful videos in YouTube, such as:

or, 

Enjoy and tell you opinions!

My top 5 Make-Up YouTubers

Today I got my YouTube Monthly Digest e-mail and I got an idea. I wanna list my top favorite YouTubers, people like me and you who share their ideas, opinions and skills with everyone. And first of all, as a girly girl that I am, this is my "Top 5 Make-Up YouTubers". These girls have not only helped me do miracles on my face with just few products, but also helped me find my lost self-esteem and I hope they'll do the same for you.

1st - Michelle Phan

Seriously, this girl is my freaking guru! I truly believe that she can do miracles with just one product in her hands (well, DUH, she already has done that according to the video! XD ) She's the reason why my University and ID pictures are looking great although a had a nasty spot on my right cheek, and how every year in Halloween I have the most dramatic make up on. And she doesn't do just make up videos. In her channel you can find anything about beauty, from fashion tips and ideas to how to make your own blush out of chocolate drink mix (!). 

2nd - panacea81

Lauren Luke (panacea81) was one of the first YouTubers that I discovered. I wanted to find the make up look of Hayley Williams of Paramore in the "Misery Bussiness" video, and Lauren had made a fantastic video of that. In this channel you'll find any look from your favorite celebs, as well more looks that compliment your eyes, complexions etc.

3rd - pixi2woo

Pixi2woo, or esle Tanya Burr, is a British beauty addict that also tries to recreate the looks of celebs and models from famous commercials. If you're a practical gal that wants something quick for your full coming day, this is your gal! In less than ten minutes, you can have the results that you see in TV or magazines with just very little products in your hands, and a girl that does something like that is definately someone to appreciate.

4th - JLovesMac1

Ok, this girl is the real deal!! I just LOOOOOOOOOOVE that chica!! Her videos are just so hilarious that I cry from laughter. And her beauty tips always come handy, from what to do when you're too lazy to put make up on, to how to shave your legs properly. And all that with lots and lots of funny lines. ;)

5th - MissChievous

And this is our final miracle worker, and I say that with every meaning of the word. She does not only make up but anything else you can imagine, nails, weight conrol, skin treatments, ANYTHING! And her Halloween looks, MAN, that is something you should try once in your life to say years later that "Yeah. I once dressed up like a mearmaid, and boy I looked good!" XD



So, who do you think is your favorite make up YouTube guru? Let me know to check out!