Luvverlyn

How long do you take to do your makeup? If I've got the time to spare, I'll usually take my own sweet time... say an hour or so? And for simple makeup, I'll need at least 15 mins.

This is my kind of simple LOTD (look of the day) for last thursday, when I attended Lancôme media event (that will be covered at a later date). Presentable enough. Nothing elaborate. I was test driving Skin79 Vital Orange BB Cream for the day. And yes, I'm lovin' it! (;

This was how I look after 7 hours (blot once in the late noon).

The close-up.

A wash of matte brown over the lids, using Make Up Store Microshadow [Chocolate]. Dejavu Lash Knockout Mascara, for my lashes. Doesn't help much with maintaining the curls. Commendable volumizing effect though.

I like the liner part. Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes in Mat Black 0L, then a thinly applied Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner over it (as close to the lashline as possible). Extend beyond the lashline.

As for the (smudged out) lower lashline - outer part using MAC Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner [Designer Purple], inner corners using Essence Longlasting Eye Pencil 11 GO WILD.

FACE

• Skin79 Vital Orange BB Cream
• Barry M Blusher 2 [Rose]
• Maybelline Dream Matte Powder in Sand Medium 0-1 << HIT PAN ALERT! LOVE THIS MAX ♥
• Neogence Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Make Up Serum

 

LIPS

• Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu Lipbalm [Orange & Mango]

 

*Note: Products highlighted are provided by beauty company for review purpose.

EYES

• Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes in Mat Black 0L
• Shu Uemura Hard Formula Eyebrow Pencil Hard 9 Brown 03
• Essence Longlasting Eye Pencil 11 GO WILD
  
• MAC Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner [Designer Purple]
  
• Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner
• Make Up Store Microshadow [Chocolate]
  
• Dejavu Lash Knockout Mascara

 

With strong flashlight, my skin looks almost flawless. Heh.

That's all. Thanks for looking!

Are you a sun-lover or "hater" (like I do)?

Do you know that even if you're indoors, you still need to apply sunblock?

Which brand comes into your mind when purchasing sunblock products?

With SunPlay now, you can fall in love with the sun! ♥

(photo credits to Mentholatum SunPlay)

 

SunPlay

A wide range of daily sunscreen products for the entire family. Formulated with three different sun protection technologies, SunPlay provides maximum SPF and UV protection from the harmful rays of the sun. Suitable for everyday use.

Useful information @ SunPlay FB Fanpage:

What does a high SPF protection mean?

SPF (Sun Protection Factor) indicates the effectiveness of a sunscreen lotion. The number indicates how many times the skin will be protected from getting burnt comparing to skin without any sunblock. Calculation: SUNPLAY (SPF)130 x 5(mins) = 650 min = 10.5hrs

Do u know that Sun protection is the most important skin care product you should use everyday?

This is because the number one cause of ageing and damage to the skin (eg. wrinkles & pigmentation) is sun exposure!

The Sample Store had provided me with SunPlay Super Block SPF130 PA+++ & UV Body Mist SPF80 PA++ for review purposes. Thanks TSS! ☺

 

SunPlay Super Block SPF130 PA+++

*do note that the mini version here is the old packaging

Sunplay Super Block SPF130 PA+++ has the highest SPF for maximum outdoor protection against harmful UVA & UVB rays all day long. It has a Revolutionary Watery Liquid Formulation that gives you the protection that you need, without you feeling a thing!

• Highly water resistant
• Ideal for face & body

 

Retail price: $17.20

I think SPF130 PA+++ is the highest I've seen so far, I don't recall any brand(s) having the same/even higher than this super high SPF. Correct me if I'm wrong ☺

It has a watery liquid formulation; very light watery texture. I like that my face/body doesn't feel greasy or sticky, a common "problem" I encountered using sunblocks with high SPF. It is easily absorbed into my skin, without leaving any white cast. I feel pretty comfortable using this product on my face, as my makeup still looks pretty good after 3-4 hours with minimal need to blot. My makeup would usually look cakey when using sunblocks which are too greasy/sticky.

Do note that for dry/sensitive skin, apply moisturizer prior sunblock application.

 

UV Body Mist SPF80 PA++

18 March 2011 - Sunplay . It is an easy-to-apply suncreen with high SPF80 protection from harmful UVB rays that cause the skin to become sun burnt, and PA++ protection from harmful UVA rays that cause wrinkles and skin-aging.

• High UVA and UVB protection
• Water resistant, long lasting for all kinds of outdoor activities
• Easy-to-apply one touch aerosol spray, applies evenly to whole body
• Refreshing citrus scent, with cooling sensation to soothe sunburn skin
• Non-greasy and light

 

Retail price: $17.90

Hold 6-8 inches away from body to spray. DO NOT spray directly onto face. Spray onto palm then apply evenly on face.

I espcially love the fresh citrus scent, as compared to the typical sunblock scent (which SunPlay Super Block has). The instant cooling sensation feels so good on the skin. It does feel slightly greasy (but not sticky) at first. However, this feeling wears off after it is absorbed into skin. Can you actually see the glow on my thunder thigh (lol)? I haven't use it on my face yet, only for my body. Well, I'm liking it so far ☺

I'm not really a sun-lover, and you hardly catch me going to the beach. My sis is the total opposite. She absolutely loves the sun. And when I go to the beach (once in a blue moon), I'll make sure I re-apply sunblock every few hours. I get tanned so easily, which I absolutely hate. I super envy those who are very fair and doesn't get tanned.

SunPlay products will definitely come in handy when going to the beach for maximum protection!

The last time I went to the beach, was like 2 years ago. And, I was the only one religiously applying sunblock. But, I still became tanned after which :/ Next time, I will use SunPlay!

CLICK HERE to redeem the mini SunPlay Super Block SPF130 PA+++. Try it and fall in love with the sun! ♥

Sometime back, I was tagged by poutylips09 to list out my top 6 lip products. So here I am, sharing with y'all my favourites (as of now). Not in order of preference btw.

ZA Plumper Lips 01 Ruby Dazzle. I'm glad that I bought this new ZA lippy (@ Watsons) as I love it so much ! First of all, the price is wallet-friendly (sets you back @ just $13.90). Next, the lippy is moisturizing for my dry lips as it contains fill-up collagen. What I love most about this lippy is that it makes my lips look plumper & fuller (plump-up pearl) ! The lipstick color looks quite richly pigmented (from the tube itself) but when applied on lips, the finish is rich yet natural. It is perfect for those who prefer natural-looking lip colors. Easy to apply, and it helps that the lippy shape fits my lips pretty well. The texture is buttery, and it literally glides on my lips without tugging 'em (: No stickiness whatsoever, just pure comfort !

As you can see, there's not much visible lip lines and that my lips look smooth and oh-so-kissable (LOL). Oh ya, I love the ruby color as well as the colorful micro-shimmers. Mauvish kind of color. It's so me, I like ! The pretty pink sleek packaging is an added bonus, definitely :D Now, I'm lemming to get other colors ! Try it and you'll know what I mean :p

My kind of RED. L'oreal Color Riche 643 Red Passion. CLICK HERE

Juicy Glossy. Mac Venomous Villains Lipglass (Wicked Ways). CLICK HERE

Something Different. MUFE Lab Shine Metal Collection (M0 Onyx). CLICK HERE

Must-have. Mentholatum Mogitate Strawberry Lipbalm. CLICK HERE

My Need. Burt's Bees Medicated Lipbalm with Clove Oil. CLICK HERE

 

Those highlighted in PINK were given to me for review purposes. The rest are bought with my own $.

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