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.

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 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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3CE Eye Shadow Palette #Up Close

Park Sora is brandishing (and wearing!) a nice little number from 3CE: the Eye Shadow Palette in Up Close!

(Source: en.stylenanda.com/)

Name: 3 Concept Eyes 쓰리컨셉아이즈 Eye Shadow Palette 아이섀도우 팔레트 #Up Close
Price: ₩ 32,000
Made in: Korea

Up Close contains four shimmers, and they are all buttery soft and with incredible pigmentation. The shimmers translate beautifully to the eyes, but they are weak when photographed... or that could be due to my camera, haha! They blend easily and are a dream to work with.

Twinkle Pink

Indie Pink

Reddish Brown

Vintage Burgundy

The combination of colours makes the palette very versatile for day or evening use. The first shade is quite high on the glitter front, and will be great to brighten the inner corners. The last kicks up quite a bit of powder, so beware of fallouts!

These shadows stay put on my lids all day with the help of an eyelid primer underneath. Otherwise, they will fade off within hours because oily lids and humid surroundings are not a good combination.

It is definitely worth taking a peek at this if you are a neutral-eye lover; it is available online on en.stylenanda.com, priced at US$ 35.23, and offline in Sephora stores for RM 104. The Eye Shadow Palette comes in three other options: Bitter Sweet, Saddle and Sienna.

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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3CE Long Wear Eye Crayon Baguette

Every brand under the sun has some kind of eye crayon on the market so you are justified when your first thought is that the 3CE Long Wear Eye Crayon is nothing special.

(Source: en.stylenanda.com/)

Name: 3 Concept Eyes 쓰리컨셉아이즈 Long Wear Eye Crayon 롱 웨어 아이 크레용 Baguette
Price: ₩ 15,000 for 1.5 g
Made in: Korea

I get it because we have all seen it before! But there is something remarkable about this and it is all due to the crease-free formula. Well, it is not exactly crease-free because it creases in the inner corners but in its defence, everything creases once they come upon my oily lids.

Warm shades, such as this coppery orange, are really pretty. But if it were up to me, I would have picked out Adorable or Syrup. Baguette just doesn't suit my skin tone... the other shades in the range are really nice too, and while they aren't the most electric, they are wearable and that is what that matters most.

It is creamy, pigmented, and long lasting - the colour is just as vibrant as it first went on a couple of hours in. I am really impressed by it! It is definitely a step up (to put it lightly) from the mess that is the Elianto Long Wear Eyeshadow Stick.

Get it on en.stylenanda.com for US$ 17 or Sephora for RM 53!

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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Too Cool For School Check Hot Girl Lash 2 Royal Blue

Looking to dip your feet into the world of colored mascaras? Too Cool For School is the brand for you! They have three colours to choose from: 1 Nuts Brown 너츠 브라운, 2 Royal Blue 로열블루 and 3 Raspberry Pink 라즈베리 핑크.

(Source: toocoolforschool.com/)

Name: Too Cool For School 투쿨포스쿨 Check Hot Girl Lash 체크 핫 걸 래쉬 2 Royal Blue 로열블루
Price: ₩ 12,000
Made in: Korea

The brown or even blue hue would be ideal for you if you are not ready for bold colours yet. They are a subtle change from the classic black but not quite as intimidating as, say, a pink colour.

I was impressed by not only the beautiful navy blue colour, but also the seriously pretty lashes it delivered. This mascara combines length and volume in one flick of a wand. To really make the colour really pop, two or more coats will do the trick.

I don't ever coat my lower lashes, but I will now thanks to its ability to keep smudges and smears at bay. It looks really cool and maybe a little edgy too? What I know for sure is that I am garnering second takes, haha!

I am only showing the mascara's prowess on my upper lashes because my eyeballs won't photograph well - rampant signs of exhaustion (veiny and seriously yellow) - and this is supposed to be a review filled with rainbows and unicorns, not cobwebs and jungles!

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Colored mascaras are one of the easiest ways to get you there, whether you want to expand your horizons or make a statement!

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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Elianto Long Wear Eyeshadow Stick

There is something to be said about the texture of these Long Wear Eyeshadow Sticks! The way they glide on is just like spreading butter onto freshly toasted bread. Yuum! Ummm, where was I again?

Name: Elianto Long Wear Eyeshadow Stick
Price: RM 31.90 for 1.4 g
Made in: Germany

They are extremely easy to use and handy to have around. Theoretically, you could use them to transform your daytime look to something more smoldering for the night out. You could also forgo totting brushes around for they work amazingly with fingers. Practicality wise, well, they are just not up to par...

Navy - Blue - White - Brown - Purple - Black

Why? Simply because these sticks are not oil proof. They may be water proof and smudge proof but what use are those in face of oily lids? My trial run went downhill quickly - creasing and also fading begun after 30 minutes and got worse over time. They desperately need the help of an eyelid primer to stay put.

Navy - Blue - White - Brown - Purple - Black

On the upside, Elianto has thoughtfully included in-built sharpeners to restore the blunted edges back to their former glory. Some accounts recommend them as eyeliners. I find them to be too stubby for that purpose - I like my liners reaaally fine - so with that said, I will leave you to decide what to do from there.

The Long Wear Eyeshadow Sticks are available in shades of navy, blue, white, brown, purple and black. Note to Elianto: more colours please! For instance, a taupe, a light beige or a golden pink (sorry, that is my love for neutrals shining through).

Look out for them in stores or online on elianto.biz.

Disclosure: Press samples.

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Etude House Give Me Chocolate Review: Give Me Chocolate Shadow, Give Me Chocolate Nails

Etude House tempts us with a chocolate based collection come February. This year, it is called 'Give Me Chocolate' and as per usual, the items are good enough to eat!

ღ Give Me Chocolate Shadow

Name: Etude House 에뛰드하우스 Give Me Chocolate Shadow 기브 미 초콜렛 섀도우
Price: US$ 8.50 for 4.5 g
Made in: Korea

These are teeny-tiny! You do get quite a bit of shadow despite the size though. They don't come with applicators so you have to use/bring your own if they make it into your makeup pouch.

#1 Cherry Truffle 체리 트러플 has a reddish brown paired with a matte coral. Both shades are buttery soft and smooth - a winner all-around!

I have a penchant for all things cool toned, so naturally, #3 Cacao Fudge 카카오 퍼지 is more to my preference. A dark cool chocolate and a shimmery yellow gold? 'Nuff said! The shadows here are drier plus the glitter particles add some grit.

I am intrigued about the texture for #2 Salted Caramel 솔티드 카라멜 . Shall I get it to do a thorough comparison?

ღ Give Me Chocolate Nails

Clockwise from bottom: #310 Mint Choco Chip 반전매력 민트초코칩, #313 Cherry Ganache 악마의 체리 가나슈, #314 Milk Cocoa 봄날의 밀크 코코아

Name: Etude House 에뛰드하우스 Give Me Chocolate Nails 기브 미 초콜렛 네일즈
Price: US$ 3 for 8 ml
Made in: Korea

The polishes feel a little diluted/watery if that makes sense? They are not as opaque/creamy as the norm. Nonetheless, they give an even coverage by the third layer.

My mouth gaped open when I caught a whiff of the delectable chocolate syrup fragrance. By gods, the team at Etude House certainly kicked it up a notch when they brought the Give Me Chocolate collection to life! Last year's Chocolate Kiss polishes didn't come with a scent (aside from the generic nail polish smell).

#310 - #313 - #314

Order now on etudehouse.com to secure these limited edition goodies. Once they are gone, they are gone for good!

Disclosure: Pink Bird samples.

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Collection Cosmetics Work The Colour Eyebrow Kit

With a little bit of effort, we can all look younger! But how do we accomplish this? By having straight and thick brows, according to Korean makeup artist, Kim Mi-so (김미소)! To aid my transformation is the marvelous Work the Colour Eyebrow Kit by Collection Cosmetics~

Name: Collection Cosmetics Work the Colour Eyebrow Kit
Price: RM 33.90
Clear gel 2 ml ×1
Powder 1 g ×3
Made in: China

Step ①: Set the frame with the lightest colour.

Step ②: Use the middle shade to fill in the remaining bald spots. You can see that I have plenty... is there a reason why hair ceased to grow in those specific places? Should I be concerned?

Step ③: Sweep the darkest along the lower brow line. It will camouflage natural arches. And here we are, straight brows that mimic the ones on Korean celebrities!

My execution may be less than perfect but at least I tried my best to impart Kim Mi-so's tips. It is the thought that counts right? RIGHT? Haha!

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After

Special mention goes to the clear mascara for keeping my brows neatly groomed and nicely in place. It will be a permanent fixture once my brows grow out a bit!

Please visit the following sites to stay up-to-date on Collection Cosmetics's newest releases as well as promotions.

✤ Website: collectioncosmetics.com.my
✤ Facebook: facebook.com/CollectionCosmeticsMY
✤ Instagram: instagram.com/collectionmalaysia

The full ingredient list for Work the Colour Eyebrow Kit:
Clear Gel: Aqua, Alcohol, PVP, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Methylparaben, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate.

Powder: Talc, Magnesium Stearate, Synthetic Wax, Paraffinum Liquidum, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyisobutene, Propylparaben, Methylparaben [+/- Mica, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77007, CI 77266 (nano), CI 77742, CI 77891].

Disclosure: Press sample.

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Etude House Arctic Aurora Colors Shadows

The newest collection, Arctic Aurora Colors, sees the supplementation of ten wintery colours to the existing Look At My Eyes, Look At My Eyes Cafe and Look At My Eyes Jewel ranges.

Name: Etude House 에뛰드하우스 Look At My Eyes 룩 앳 마이 아이즈, Look At My Eyes Cafe 룩 앳 마이 아이즈 카페, Look At My Eyes Jewel 룩 앳 마이 아이즈 쥬얼
Price: US$ 3.50 - 5.50 for 2 g
Made in: Korea

Look At My Eyes is the one that is most like butter out of the three. Mind you, the standards are not high to begin with, so keep your expectations down when you swatch them in stores, haha! They have a satin (work appropriate) finish.

✤ BK801 White Night of Arctic 북극의 하얀밤 is an iridescent purpley grey with a golden sheen.

✤ WH902 Igloo of Siberia 시베리아 이글루 is an iridescent white that shows flashes of lilac.

Look At My Eyes Cafe feels soft but dry. It applies well and is decently pigmented. I can't think of anything else to add because I am not really familiar with matte shadows, sorry!

✤ OR205 Fruit Sorbets 아이스 홍시샤벳 is an apricot.

Look At My Eyes Jewel is also soft and dry with the slightest bit of grit due to the glitter particles. Amongst the three series, these shadows are the most striking once swept on the lids. Bear in mind that with glitters come fallouts, so do keep a big fluffy brush on hand.

✤ GR705 Tip of an Iceberg 빙산의 일각 is a pale frosty mint.

✤ PK006 Dancing Aurora 춤추는 오로라 is a brown toned pink with green glitters.

I am afraid you saw neither glow nor glitter for the lighting or more likely, the person handling the camera is at fault *ooops* And obviously I can't vouch for the remaining shades... any observations are very welcome!

Disclosure: Pink Bird samples.

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