Ojon Rub-Out™ Dry Cleansing Powder, 1.7 oz., US$24.00

Dry shampoos have been around for awhile and I have tried a few. The last one I tried was Klorane Dry Shampoo, an aerosol spray type which I was not too fond of. Dry shampoos are, by the way, one of those things that people either love or hate; for myself, if I don’t shampoo at least every other day, my hair feels greasy at the scalp and I feel yucky. When I read rave reviews about this amazing invention, I had to try it for myself to see whether it’s as miraculous as people say. more…

Shiseido White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum, 1 oz., US$125

Shiseido’s White Lucent line has been newly upgraded! The featured product in the lineup is the Intensive Spot Targeting Serum, exclusively formulated with 3 patented ingredients 4MSK, m-Tranexamic Acid, and Multi-Target Vitamin C which target spots at every process of melanin formation for clear, even-toned skin. Natural Yomogi Extract catalyzes the elimination of pigmentation. more…

The Sweet Look donned by ICONIQ for Maquillage.

For awhile, everything Maquillage is advertised with one of four spokesmodels. But now, there is just one! Who can possibly eclipse four of Japan’s most popular celebrities in fame and popularity?

The answer is ICONIQ, a 25 year old Japan-based Korean singer whose popularity and hype had reached epic proportions. more…

Liberty of London look by M.A.C.

I actually enjoy collaborations between cosmetics and fashion, and M.A.C.’s new Liberty of London collection looks pretty good for Spring! The last time I was excited about a collaboration was the Maquillage lipsticks with Alexander Wang. M.A.C. did a Sanrio (Hello Kitty) theme and I thought it was cute. I wish they had more of these! more…

The New Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara, US$24.00

If Clarins keeps this up, I may just switch all my makeup products to Clarins! The new Wonder Perfect Mascara, available in 3 shades, is just that - it is wonderful and perfect. After my huge disappointment with Shiseido The Makeup’s Perfect Mascara, which is anything but perfect, I was a little skeptical at first when I tried the Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara, but after just one use, I am hooked! more…

HD Microfinish Blush by Make Up For Ever, US$25.00

I have heard complaints from so many people, that the ‘HD’ or skin perfecting makeup they use doesn’t do anything. You might have wondered if the term HD really means anything when it comes to makeup; given the trend of everything HD nowadays, sometimes you have to wonder whether the cosmetics companies are using the words loosely. more…

DHC Olive Leaf Extract, 1 fl.oz., US$45.00

There are times when I complain about all the fillers used in serums and emulsions - especially when there is a heavy silicone feel to the products - but there are times, as rare as they come, when I wish they would add some fillers to the products to make them at least feel a little more effective. As much as I normally love DHC for not using too many unnecessary fillers in their products, I actually wish they put a little dimethicone in their Olive Leaf Extract! more…

DHC After Bath Hair Treatment Oil, 3.3 fl.oz., US$17.00

Obsessed with anything rose-scented (natural rose scent, not the artificial, pungent ones), I had to try DHC’s After Bath Hair Treatment Oil, since it has a light rose and geranium scent according to the product description. more…

Clarins Pro Eyebrow Kit, US$35.00

When this product came out, I did a preview on it and I am glad to say that this is probably one of the best eyebrow products I have ever tried, and I have tried plenty. In fact, after just a few uses, it has become one of my staple products in my train case.

This is a very small compact by the way, it easily fits into even a small purse. The compact is light, sleek and very thin so it really is convenient to carry with you, even if it’s a trip to the gym for a post-sweat touch up.  more…

When it comes to wearability, SUQQU is it. The latest makeup collection called Kisui designed for Spring/Summer (S/S) is another highly wearable color collection comprised of neutral shades (brown, khaki and pink variations): more…

Shiseido The Makeup Luminizing Lip Gloss, Us$22 each.

Shiseido The Makeup seems to be going through some kind of revival, as many old favourites are being renewed. The packaging had changed, the formulas are upgraded, and I hope eventually there will be more color selections! more…

Shiseido The Makeup Perfect Rouge, 4g, US$25.

I have always wondered why Shiseido The Makeup (international line) has such limited color choices compared to other major brands. As much as I am a big fan of their lipsticks, the shade selection is lacking to a point that I cannot find a shade I like enough to buy one. more…

Ornament Makeup Collection by Laneige, for Spring 2010.

If there is one thing you can count on Amorepacific’s star brand Laneige, it’s the ultra feminine and pretty designs. The new Spring 2010 collection, Ornament, is a very pretty pastel lavender and pink collection, very floral and soft, similar to the colors in Dior’s new Spring campaign, Dentelle. more…

Clarins HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase 1oz., US$58.00

I got this in a CAD$47.00 gift set that includes a full size HydraQuench cream, trial size serum (15ml - which is half a full size bottle of this product) and cream mask at Christmas. I cannot stress how good a deal it is to get gift sets/value gift sets at Christmas time! more…

Clarins HydraQuench Cream For Normal To Dry Skin, 50ml, US$48

This past Christmas, I bought a bunch of Clarins products, most of them are in gift sets. I got this HydraQuench Cream for Normal to Dry skin in a set that comes with the serum and mask (from the HydraQuench line), the latter two being very generous trial sizes (the cream itself is full size) for CAD$47.00. This goes to show that Christmas really is the best time to buy these products! more…

Clarins Cleansing Milk with Alpine Herbs, 7 oz., US$29.50

I bought the bonus size (400 ml) for the same price  (US$29.50/CAD$34.00) for this cleansing milk by Clarins at Christmas and ever since I started using it, I cannot get enough of it! It is not the best makeup remover (DHC’s cleansing oils are still the best) but I use it as a regular cleanser and this stuff actually can remove most of the makeup, except very waterproof makeup. The scent is a bit strong but refreshingly pleasant. It is very gentle and does not irritate my sensitive dry skin. It doesn’t leave my skin dry either, which is a plus since my skin is horribly dehydrated in winter. more…

Kanebo KATE Powder Gel Liner N

I have always been very fond of KATE, a super affordable line by Kanebo, finding it to be very good quality for the money. The average product from the KATE line costs about US$10, equivalent to drug store brands in North America. The quality of KATE, however, is far superior to the drug store brands here, and can hold its own against some of the western department store brands! more…

O My Rose by Lancome

Femininity. Playfulness. Irreverence. Now Aaron De Mey, Lancome’s International Artistic Director For Makeup, brings you spring’s prettiest and most provocative shades. Experience the sweetness of soft corals, mixed with a playful pop of teal, to instantly update lips, cheeks and eyes… O my! more…