KKCenterHK False lashes review and eye makeup!

Hi everybody! I haven't done makeup post quite a while so I'l do 2-in-1 and review KKCenterHK ES A500 False Eyelashes. It is 10 different pairs of eyelashes that come in a black box. There is no eyelash glue in this box so you will have to use some from other eyelashes or buy a separate one.

I've applied eyelashes over the finished makeup with an eyelash glue. It sticked nicely and they are large enough to cover my whole eye. You can always cut them to make them smaller :) I don't wear false eyelashes because I'm happy with my own ones but as you'll see later in the pictures, they looked magical!

Eyelashes itself are very nice quality, they didn't fall apart or tear when I was removing them. Overally, I am really happy with them and they are great value for the money.

The box with 10 different pairs of eyelashes:

For this look I've used eyelashes numbered as 1 (third from the top) and eyeshadows from 120 colour palette and MAC Blacktrack eyeliner.

For this look I've used eyelashes numbered as 2 (first from the top) and eyeshadows from 120 colour palette and MAC Blacktrack eyeliner.

Eyelashes are from KKCenterHK e-shop which sells large range of false eye lashes, wigs and eye makeup. I have been sent these for a review and my opinion is honest.

Foil Crackle manicure inspired by Robin Moses!

Hi everybody, I'm back after a short break!

I'd like to show you a very interesting manicure inspired by amazing Robin Moses. Here you can check out the original YT video :)

I followed every step in the video. Firstly I've painted tips unevenly with Color Club Black. I let it dry and applied thin strokes of Best Glue Ever instead of classic foil glue as Robin gave it such great recommendation! I must say it's really great! It didn't peel on my natural nails and it was extra sticky. After glue dried (it becomes clear), I've cut a piece of Mylar foil and started to stick it to the glued parts of the nail. I've used fuchsia and dark blue foil (can't remember the names, they are not in the packaging). After these steps I got this:
 

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The next step was to paint pink and light ble strokes over the nail....it wasn't good :-/ My experience with free hand nail art is zero and my brushes are rubbish. The result is not perfect but I still liked this mani very much! I will have to practice a lot :) I've topcoated the whole nail with Seche Vite and didn't experienced any foil cracking. I've worn this mani 5 days!

So what do you think? Should I experiment more with foils?

Oh and don't forget to check Robin's blog and YT channel, she's done some amazing nailart!

OPI Glam Slam set review - White Shatter and Spark de Triomphe

Hello lovelies! Today I will show you swatches of OPI Glam Slam set including White Shatter and Spark de Triomphe glitter polish.

Crackling polishes are IN this year so I will start with the whole combo.

White Shatter - cream white crackling polish. Colour has very good pigmentation so you don't have to worry about too thin layer. Polish starts to dry and crackle within about 5 seconds after application so work fast :) Apply only one layer on the nail and make sure you don't paint over already painted area. It might affect the crackling. I applied White Shatter over Spark de Triomphe and wore this combo for 4 days. It was in great condition! I guess it was because of the glitters.

Spark de Triomphe - this is a fine glitter mixed with bigger glitter in clear base. The colour is mix of silver and kind of silver-gold. Really interesting colour. It applied nicely however I had to use three coats to get full coverage. Removal was a bit difficult like with all glitter polishes. I left the polish remover soak a bit so it wasn't as bad as for example Milani Gold glitters. It didn't chip for 4 days as I already said above. Overally very nice and good quality polish.

This product was sent to me for a review

New and exciting addition to Illamasqua's family - Skin Base Foundation!

Inspired by the cult Asian market Beauty Balm creams, Skin Base Foundation is a brand new, refined formula unlike anything on the UK market. The ultimate ‘skin realism’ foundation.

Easily blendable, it effortlessly creates a perfect complexion, and like the entire Illamasqua foundation range, is undetectable in a professional HD environment. Suitable for all skin types, it smoothes, softens and conditions your skin whilst providing natural, buildable coverage.

“Skin Base is an innovative formula that doesn’t require any outlandish marketing claims. In my 20 years experience as a professional make-up artist, I have tried some fantastic foundation innovations, but nothing compares to Skin Base’s winning texture and professional finish – it will leave you staring at your immaculate skin in wonderment. I was an immediate convert, and take tremendous pride in introducing this to the market.” David Horne, Illamasqua Director of Product Development

David explains the evolution of the product further in the latest Illamasqua video at youtube.com/illamasqua. 

Illamasqua’s revolutionary new foundation is a 'water in silicone' based formula that works effectively as both skincare and foundation.

Skin Base can be used as a primer, liquid concealer, or foundation that melts into the skin to even out and balance skin tones providing undetectable yet flawless enhancement. Non-evident foundation appearance. Believable skin finish.

Skin Base contains a Vitamin C derivative which can scavenge and destroy aggressive oxidizing agents and free radicals on the skin.

Skin Base will be available in 18 shades, incorporating every skintone.

Available online from 23^rd June     £25  - 30ml

And some beautiful promo pictures by Make-up Artist Clare Lille and First Lady of nails Marian Newman

Models Own Smash-Up Silver crackling polish over China Glaze Life Preserver

Hello everyone :) I have got one more swatch of Models Own Silver crackling polish (reviewed here). I've applied it over China Glaze Life Preserver which I've reviewed here. I like the result, the colours go really nice together. It again applied very easily and dried really fast.

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China Glaze Anchors Away 2011- Life Preserves - Swatches and review :)

Hello guys! This is one of the polishes I swatched long time ago but didn't really get to it. So here it is!

Life Preserver - muted creme orange. This is quite unusual orange colour as it is not too bright like most of the other orange polishes. The colour is very nicely pigmented. In one coat it was almost perfect coverage....almost....so I've applied two. Drying time was better than average and removing was ok as well.

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News from China Glaze! Crackle Metals collection is coming!

THE HOTTEST METALS GET CRACKLED

China Glaze Introduces Six New Crackle Glaze Polishes in Sparkling Metallics for Summer 2011

Los Angeles, Calif. – (June 2011):  Set your summer style to “sizzle” with China Glaze’s new Crackle Glaze Metals collection.  The pioneer in crackle technology, China Glaze takes the beauty phenomenon to the next level with this second-generation polish that pairs the edgy innovation of crackle with the elegant beauty of metals.  The China Glaze Crackle Glaze Metals collection features six sparkling metallic colors including:

·        Tarnished Gold: Warm, honeyed hue
·        Platinum Pieces: Shimmering silver
·        Haute Metal: Pale pink
·        Cracked Medallion: Bold bronze
·        Latticed Lilac: Soft lavender
·        Oxidized Aqua: Deep aquamarine blue

Create dramatically different looks with just one sweep of China Glaze Crackle Glaze Metals.  Layer over different base colors to create bold styles.  Use a lighter coat to create a fine crackle, a thicker coat for a deep shatter effect.  As versatile and edgy as China Glaze’s biggest celebrity fans (Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Nicole Ritchie and Kelly Osbourne, to name a few), Glaze Crackle Glaze Metals is sure to be this summer’s hottest beauty trend!

The China Glaze Crackle Glaze Metals collection will be available as open stock colors and 12 piece counter display with a unique Crackle Glaze screen and including an instructional hang tag.

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde.

China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ChinaGlaze