Chuu Beige Hard Finish Eye Brow #253 Dark Brown

I heaved a sigh of relief when I discovered that I needn't sharpen Hard Finish Eye Brow with a blade for a regular sharpener will do as well. I heard too many horror stories of people butchering their pencils when they do it themselves, so I have stayed away from hard formulas until now.

Name: Chuu Beige Hard Finish Eye Brow #253 Dark Brown
Price: ₩ 10,000
Made in: Korea

From what I read, the lead only deposits colour pigments when it comes in contact with the oils in the brow hairs. I tested it on the back of my hand and there was barely any colour being released.

The results? A natural wash of colour that will never look overly harsh. It also glosses over imperfections, namely, extending the tail, covering a gap and sharpening an arch. Plus, it doesn't budge once applied, staying put all day long. Even beginners will find it difficult to mess up with this formula!

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This is a long pencil that should last a pretty good while even with constant sharpening (just saying, not that you need to!). Find it at en.chuu.co.kr for US$ 12.

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Chuu Beige Stick Foundation

Another month, another foundation, and this one is by Chuu Beige!

Name: Chuu Beige 츄 베이지 Stick Foundation 베이지 스틱파운데이션 21 Light Pink
Price: ₩ 29,000 for 13 g
Made in: Korea

I have said it before, and I will say it again, pink toned foundations are not for me. 21 Light Pink is most decidedly on the pink side of the spectrum and a bit too light to boot! I have half a mind to buy 23 Natural Beige just to ensure my review is in no way biased *shifty eyes*

It is rather thick and heavy which on hindsight, explains the medium coverage. And when layered, I can even get away without using concealer. Only because I am fine with some shadows and discolouration from hyperpigmentation peeking through - I have learnt to accept that my skin is far from perfect, hurhurhur.

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That said, it has a soft, very glidable texture that makes blending (fingers, brushes or sponges) a breeze. It is long lasting too (without the use of a powder!), which simply defies comprehension but fills this low-maintenance sloth with joy. The matte finish can be a boon or a bust; I like a bit of luminosity to to fake a natural healthy glow (not that I have any business with it once I factor in my oily skin and humid surroundings).

The con for me: it doesn't fill in gigantic pores. This can be easily solved with a makeup base, but I like it when my foundation can do everything. Don't you? Haha! The con for you: it will emphasize flakes and dry patches, so if you struggle with these problems, then this foundation may not be for you.

The Chuu Beige Stick Foundation is available in 3 shades and retails for US$ 35 at en.chuu.co.kr.

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Chuu Beige Eye Shadow #202 Bryonia Orange

Bryonia Orange is rather warmer than what I would usually go for, but to my relief, it actually doesn't cause me or the model in this case, to look as if our eyeballs are hemorrhaging.

(Source: en.chuu.co.kr/)

Name: Chuu Beige 츄 베이지 Eye Shadow 아이쉐도우 #202 Bryonia Orange 브리오니아오렌지
Price: ₩ 13,000
Made in: Korea

I find it really easy to use – it is very blendable, has a good colour payoff and gives a beautiful sheen to the lids. It is also not too dark, so I can just slap it on without worrying about harsh lines.

I pair it with an eyelid primer (my weapon of choice is the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion) to keep it fresh, vibrant and free from creases - all eyeshadows no matter the price gather in the inner corner of my eyes after a few hours...

For once, a warm shadow actually excites me, rather than making me flee to the mountains. Find it at en.chuu.co.kr for US$ 16!

Disclosure: BNTGirls sample. Head on over to BNTNews for more exciting news, may it be K-Beauty, K-Fashion or K-Pop!

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Chuu Beige Ampoule Glotint #132 Why Pink

I am not the hugest fan of glosses, tints or what have yous - they leave me with hair stuck to my lips every time the wind blows and what's worse, some of them taste weird (I know I am not supposed to ingest them, but it is inevitable because of my non-stop munching!).

(Source: en.chuu.co.kr/)

Name: Chuu Beige 츄 베이지 Ampoule Glotint 베이지 앰플 글로틴트 #132 Why Pink 와이핑크
Price: ₩ 17,900 for 7 g
Made in: Korea

Oh how wrong I was; I quickly found how much I loved Chuu's Beige Ampoule Glotint! It is shiny without being sticky and it doesn't taste of artificialness. On top of that, there's none of the patchiness and clumpiness that unavoidably happens after a couple of hours when the glossy sheen fades off.

The colour that I am wearing, #132 Why Pink, is a gorgeous everyday pink that goes with everything and anything. Add to this the fact that it has an flexible triangular doe foot applicator that makes application so easy, and you have the makings of a perfect tint!

And need I tell you the other advantage of this tint? Yes, the unbearably sleek packaging! There is no shame in totting it about at all! It may not have the heft traditionally associated with designer makeup but no one would be able to tell, haha!

Chuu's Beige Ampoule Glotint is available in two other shades at en.chuu.co.kr for US$ 22.

Disclosure: BNTGirls sample. Head on over to BNTNews for more exciting news, may it be K-Beauty, K-Fashion or K-Pop!

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