To Robin

Hey everyone.

Last week was a busy week for me which is why I was M.I.A. from blogging. I was finally able to take a good rest this weekend and was gonna start some more makeup reviews... But yesterday, I received news about a dear friend's passing.

I met her three years ago. It was in a beauty-related event and a friend of mine introduced me to her. We got along quickly even though I'm usually socially awkward with strangers because she was just so sweet and friendly. We share many interests—makeup, art, visiting cafes and museums, and our love for T.O.P. We can talk for hours and hours about life and random things. Even though we seldom went out, we had fun. I was even with her when I almost got my first driving ticket! Haha! She got my back though and we were able to avoid getting any tickets from the traffic enforcer. Woot! Every time spent with her will surely be treasured and remembered.

She was one of the few people who supported me and my art. She even volunteered to be my spokesperson and help me find sponsors and potential buyers for my "future exhibits." She shared my works on her social networking accounts and even added many hashtags so that more people can view them. I can easily say that she has given me more support than majority of the people in my life. She was there when I doubted my talent and was even proud of what I can do and that says so much. 

She really was a friend. She is my friend... and I hope I was the same to her.

Last night, I painted and was able to create this. I named this work Robin. This is my first official abstract work and by far the biggest canvas I've used. It's full of soft, sweet, gentle colors, thin, curved lines, and a few strong but graceful dark strokes. I guess, this is what I think Robin was. I'm not good with words but this is it... I hope she likes this and then put the hashtag #bukangliwaywaygallery (Bukang Liwayway is Dawn in Filipino).

I dedicate this work to the person I only met for a few years yet I consider a true friend... to this person who can smile in good and in bad times... to someone who loves God and His creations... to this beautiful woman who was full of hope and love... I will miss you and I love you, my dear friend. 

To Robin.

BRB: Busy Doing Artworks

Hey guys!

I'll be taking a break from my beauty reviews for the rest of the week. I have a major painting and a presentation in Graduate School that I have to work on.

For now, I will leave you with some of my recent works. I hope you guys like them! :)

 This one was done with colored pencils.

This one is acrylic on canvas.

Do let me know what you think of them and wish me luck on my presentation on Friday! :D

Cheers,

DAWN

Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil in Teal Malachite

Hey dearies!

Just last month I received my special edition Eye of Horus Glamourbox. Through that box, I finally was able to try a product from Eye of Horus. The moment the brand became available in the Philippines, I was already curious about this and I became even more interested when I read some good reviews on their products.

Honestly, I found the products a bit expensive, that is why I quickly reserved a box when Glamourbox collaborated with Eye of Horus. I only paid for Php 695.00 for the whole box, and I know that most products from this brand is Php 900+, and I was happy that I was able to receive 2 full-size products from them. Good deal!

Anyway, I'll be blogging about one of the products from that box. It's the...

Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil

Php 990.00

The shade I got is Teal Malachite.

Here's the product description from their website: 

Mesmerize with ancient Metallic Malachite. Adorn and enhance your eyes with this hypnotic shimmering jewel-like formula, Teal Malachite creates a effervescent statement. Its vivacious deep pigment is perfectly matched for summer days to make eyes sparkle and pop with colour. Equally brilliant for the night goddess, it’s a sultry standout. Created with a hint of metallic pearl, this gorgeous defining eye liner adds colour and vitality.

Designed to glide on smoothly, without tearing, the Teal Malachite goddess liner is long lasting, and can be combined with other liners for creative eye artwork – it is an energetic colour, for all eyes.  

Sensational for Day wear or evening.

Ingredients:

Water, Beeswax, Carnaubax Wa, Stearic Acid, Rice Bran Wax, Candelilla Wax, Glyceryl Monostearate, Organic Moringa Seed Oil, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Methylisothiazolinone. Mineral Colour

Caring for your pencil:

To protect the wax elements in the Goddess Pencil, avoid heat or sun. Ensure the cap is on tight to ensure no shrinkage of wax content. A professional cosmetic sharpener is required to sharpen the pencil, our Eye of Horus precision sharpener maintains the Goddess Pencil is in perfect condition. To make sharpening easier, store it in the refrigerator or freezer, which will harden the wax and avoid breakage.

The product is the usual pencil type eyeliner. I like the design—all black with gold labels. Very classy!

This pencil also comes with a smudger.

The color is majestic! My sister loves teal and I think I'm beginning to like the color too.

The product is very pigmented. I got that color in just one swipe and it glided smoothly too.

It promises to be long-lasting so I tested it...

When I wipe the product several times

When I place it under running water

When I wiped it while wet

The product didn't easily smudge but it still faded in every test I did. It's not waterproof so I don't use it on my lids because I know it will just crease or smudge. I do apply it under the lower lash line which gives my eyes a striking look!

I was hoping that this would be a waterproof with super long-lasting features but even though it didn't meet my expectations, I still like it. It doesn't fade throughout the day when I wear it under my lower lash line and the pigmentation is just awesome! 

And before I end this post, I'll just share with you the partner of the Goddess Pencil, the Precision Sharpener!

I also got it from the Glamourbox special edition. This is Php 295.00.

It's also black with gold design. I like how simple yet sleek it looks.

The packaging makes sharpening the pencils not messy. 

Let's see how it works:

This is my ArtDeco eyeliner.

And voila! It sharpened the eyeliner beautifully. I don't like my pencils too sharp because it's uncomfortable when you apply it. Anyway, the sharpener works great. A little pricey but it is of good quality.

That's all for today! Have you tried any product from Eye of Horus? Which one/s?

Cheers,
DAWN

First Impression: L'Oreal Paris Base Magique Primer

Hey lovelies!

My sister who is currently residing at Sydney sent me a package containing some clothes, bags, and of course, makeup! I'm glad that my sister and I share the same interest for beauty. Yay! :D

I got a dozen new makeup that I will share with you soon in this blog but for now, I'll give my short thoughts about this primer sample that was included in package...

 L'Oreal Paris Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer

I was able to use this sample for four to five applications. I don't think that's enough to write a full review on this product so I'll just share my experience with it during those days.

But first, here's the product description from the website of L'Oreal Paris AU:

SMOOTHNESS YOU CAN TOUCH, TRANSFORMATION YOU CAN SEE, EVEN UP CLOSE! MAKES SKIN LOOK AND FEEL LIKE VELVET

Smoothness you can touch, transformation you can see, even up close!

BASE MAGIQUE transforming smoothing primer instantly smooths pores and creates an even surface, so that you get a more flawless make-up result that lasts.

The silky, lightweight formula glides onto skin and minimises the look of pores and fine lines to transform your skin surface.

Dermatologically Tested.

Thanks to a high concentration of elastomers, L’Oréal Paris Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer gives skin an incredibly even surface with fine lines and pores erased. The formula also contains soft powders to help absorb sebum, thereby mattifying the skin to reduce shine.

The finishing touch? Smooth to the touch and with a silk-like feel, silicon oil enables easy-gliding application with no greasy residue. Base Magique will guarantee a more perfect and longer-lasting make-up every time.

The product can really make your skin silky smooth but I don't agree that it is lightweight. It's actually very thick and I don't like the feeling on my face.

The silicone content of this primer makes spreading it easy. And as you can see at the photo above, the lines on my hand were less visible.

Here's how it works on my cheek:

 Bare skin

With the primer 

With the primer and foundation

With the rest of my makeup on

It did minimize the appearance of my pores but what I noticed is that the product sits in the pores and the lines which makes the foundation sit in those areas too. I have to blend and blend the products on my face to avoid that from happening. I'm annoyed with that experience. It may also lead to breakouts if it keeps going inside the pores but good thing that never happened to me.

Another thing I don't like is that it makes my face really oily. It already feels thick and in just an hour or two, my face is all shiny and it feels heavier.

I didn't have a pleasant experience with this primer, unfortunately. The only good thing I like about it (besides getting this for free haha!) is that it feels smooth and it lessens the appearance of pores. I don't think this sample would make me consider getting the full-sized version. Oh well.

Have you tried the L'Oreal Paris Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer? Did you have the same experience?

Cheers,

DAWN