The Body Shop Spring Trend Make-Up Products

 Latest Make-up For Spring

Spring’s fresh, ultra-feminine look takes inspiration from nature blossoming in the city. As the Spring sunshine warms the earth’s natural colourings, soft pastel shades with iridescent highlights transform into contemporary brights. Sweep on the pretty petal hues and warm, vibrant tints of the new Spring Collection to create a new fashion-forward look that is innocently alluring.


With fabulous natural ingredients, products in the Collection benefit from skin-caring Community Trade marula oil, a highly effective moisturizing ingredient that helps to condition the skin over time. The oil is asourced from the Eudafano Women’s Cooperative in Northern Namibia where trade means The Body Shop can access this moisturising oil, while 5,000 women in rural communities are empowered with the rare opportunity of regular work and income.

Kiss of Colour Cheek Blush (Php 1,395.00) ($30)

Give cheeks a radiant, rosy tint of colour in an instant thanks to the innovative blush stamp, easily portable for make-up application ‘on the go’. The sponge applicator is coated in the pressed powder so it can be applied lightly to the cheeks for a fresh-faced glow. Cheeks look like they have been gently pinched by Mother Nature. Available in two delectable shades – Limited Edition 01 Vibrant Rose and 02 Golden Coral - the blush is stylishly presented in a fresh white pack with a handy mirror for making-up on the move. To help care for skin, the Cheek Blush features moisturising Community Trade sesame seed oil and Community Trade Brazil nut oil.

Mizzmakeup thoughts:

I find this product convenient particularly for touch ups. No need to carry a mirror, pot of rouge and  brush in order to create a perfect natural flush in the middle of the day, this product is all you need. The 01 Vibrant Rose shade is medium pink with subtle silver shimmers.  In the container, the blush looks like a bright shade of pink but goes on natural pink  when applied. Apply by dabbing the sponge on the apples of cheeks and blend the blush after using a finger (or brush) to give a natural effect.   Though the blush contain shimmers, it being subtle makes it wearable during the day just giving the cheeks a healthy glow.

Hi-Shine Lip Treatment (Php 595.00) ($13)

Hi-Shine Lip Treatment delivers a wash of pretty glossy colour to lips with precision and ease. The high shine, skin-conditioning formula with Community Trade marula oil leaves lips looking irresistibly luscious. And the squeezable tube with rounded chiselled applicator means it is quick and simple to apply – perfect for girls in a hurry. Pucker up with two delicious, luminous shades - 06 Party Pink and Limited Edition 17 Golden Coral – for a sensational spring look.

Mizzmakeup thoughts:

The shade I got is 01 Pink Cream which is a light neutral pink with shimmers with a yummy fruity scent. Product is not pigmented  and more on the clear side but can be layered on top of a darker shade lipstick to soften the color or worn alone for a healthy plumped looking lips. I like how my lips feel softer after an application and no flakes of dry skin when applied again.

Lip  and Cheek Stain (Php 795.00) ($17)

A truly versatile product, Lip & Cheek Stain has a cult following – and here is your chance to discover a new shade to give your cheeks and lips a healthy-looking glow. Use alone for fresh-faced allure or underneath the Kiss of Colour Cheek Blush or Hi-Shine Lip Treatment to intensify the look. Presented in a sleek bottle with easy-to-use sponge applicator, the product features Community Trade aloe vera, and restores moisture, smoothness and suppleness to skin. Available in 01 Rose Pink and the new LIMITED EDITION 03 Shimmering Coral, Lip and Cheek Stain is a make-up must-have for the new season.

Mizzmakeup thoughts:

I'm not particular of the smell but definitely a staple in my kikay kit. The shimmering coral is more on the warm side orange peach shade giving a natural flush on the cheeks and a boost of color on the lips.. perfect for summer. The color is sheer and on my fair skin I sometimes layer it because it doesn't come out of my desired effect. A good thing though for other lip and cheek tints when applied just a wee bit above the right amount, produces a clown/bruised appearance.  :P  Unlike other lip and cheek tints, this have subtle shimmers. Yes its my first time to see shimmers on a tint, lol. It may benefit those people who love using cheek tint and adding highlighter/shimmer powder afterwards.

Shimmer Cubes (Php 1,195.00) ($26)

Illuminate eyes with a stunning burst of iridescent colour. The Spring Trend Limit ed Editi on Shimmer Cubes are four luminous eye powders in a sparkling palette of Sparkly Sky, Hushed Orchid, Sea Shell and Emerald Sea. Perfect for turning daytime make-up into a stunning party look, these shimmering shades bring a vibrant intensity to the season’s style. Furthermore, to help care for the delicate skin around the eyes, the moisturising Shimmer Cubes contain moisturising Community Trade marula oil.

Mizzmakeup thoughts:

I prefer using this product wet/foiled due to its pigmentation. Really easy to blend with minimal eyeshadow fall out. Not chalky at all.  I actually find this product of high quality, reminds me a lot of MAC Mineralized eyeshadows.

MORE INFO:

The Body Shop Website: http:www.thebodyshop.com

The Body Shop Local Website: http: www.thebodyshop.ph

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Inti-Mate for Summer!

The Body Shop Color Me Spring Event

The Body Shop conducted an event last Feb 26, 2010 to showcase the Spring Trend Makeup for 2010. I decided not to miss this event as I really want to try their makeup line plus my girls who I’ve not seen for a long time will be there. I tried TBS skin care and makeup products before but I find them average so I seldom visit the store whenever I’m in a mall. Held at Glorietta 3 Makati, it gave opportunity to all beauty bloggers to interact with each other while doing their fave thing: putting on makeup! The activity “Create Your Spring Look using The Body Shop Nature's Colours Collection!” showed the creativity of each participant including me as each created a spring look.  I had fun as I was able to use their products and what do you know, I totally love them.

The Body Shop store Glorietta 3 Makati Branch

Event

Tish looking gorgeous

Marian Alarcon The Body Shop Category Manager

Billie Liboro-Palabyab The Body Shop PR officer with Shen

Nikki and Bambi both glowing..Loves it!

It was great to see you again Tish and Mike.

Pretties!!

Me putting on makeup. I tell myself everytime I use a new product "Ohh this is nice..I want this (and this..and this..hehe)"

Shot before the event. Thanks Tish for the pics and Mike for the lovely shots.

The look I made using The Body Shop products. Sorry for the blurry image, its a vain shot using dslr...haha!:D

At work after 3 hours ..still loving the makeup!

Before I didn’t consider their products as I’m a mac kinda girl but after the event, I know I’ll be getting a few items.  Will be doing another post for the products from Spring Trend Makeup and Nutriganics.  Tata!:D

UPCOMING POSTS

 The Body Shop Spring Trend Makeup for 2010
 The Body Shop Nutriganics

pink battle: mac pink nouveau vs nars schiap

Barbie pink shade lipsticks are IN right now.  I'm not usually the girl who falls prey on current trends but with this, I'm going to make an exception. Bright pink = Jamie. Its love.  By looking at pictures, reading reviews and listening to friends urge, 2 lipsticks came on top as having the brightest pink shade..nars schiap and mac pink nouveau.  

 Nars Schiap 

 

nars schiap on lips

 Priced at $24

Semi matte formula - Needs a well moisturized lips

This is what I call SHOCKING HOT PINK! Bright SHOCKING HOT PINK!

Sophisticated, Classic with a twist, Dark

Mac Pink Nouveau

mac pink nouveau on lips

Priced at $14

Satin Formula - creamy semi matte (not drying as nars schiap)

A bright creamy barbie pink shade

Fun, Girly, Dolled up, Happy, Pastels

nars schiap vs mac pink nouveau

swatch of nars schiap and mac pink nouveau on hand

My pick?

Though I love both, Nars Schiap ranks higher. The shade is just unique and lovely. Definitely not something to wear if you don't want to get noticed. :D

playing around with makeup: aka fresh madeup look

When the beautynomist announced her contest for minute maid fresh look, I already had something in mind. Long before this, I browsed the net for makeup ideas and fell in love with one conveying “fresh”..it was perfect. Though I wasn’t able to submit an entry for the contest –blame it on the busy sched, I like to share with you guys what I had in mind. With a few tweaks here and there, it came out nice but not my idea of fresh.  Its still fun though!

FACE

revlon colorstay in ivory mixed with l'oreal hip foundation in fawn (810)

cinema secrets corrector palette #1 (for highlight, contour, undereye)

mac sculpt & shape in accentuate and sculpt

ben nye translucent powder

EYES

orange matte eyeshadow from the double stack matte palette

mac with a twist from suedette palette (I love this!)

taylor made minerals pigment in pop

shiseido eyebrow powder in dark brown

nyx jumbo pencil in black bean used as liner

LIPS

unbranded lip balm (soon will have a brand, *wink)

nyx round lipstick in lousiana

nyx round lipgloss in doll pink

***for those asking.. no I don't edit my pictures in anyway just the size of the image.

tata!:D

Inside My Kikay Kit: Charm Luxe Retractable Kabuki

When I was in college, my friends made fun of my bag and what’s inside it (Came from a school of mostly guys). They often call it “The Big Kikay/Vanity Bag” and it’s true I can’t fit my makeup items in a normal size makeup bag so I use my whole bag. The only school related things inside it are a pen and a piece of paper and that is if I remember to bring those items. Lol. I recall bringing a lot of makeups plus 3 long handled brushes. Funny reminiscing those days. Right now, my kikay kit is 3x smaller than what I’m used to before. I now bring only the things I actually need cuz I found the perfect items for my kikay kit. One of it is the Charm Luxe Retractable Kabuki brush.

What I love about it:
- The size is just perfect for my kikay kit. Not to much length that can be placed almost anywhere even a small pouch!
- Need I say more about the color? Pink is my favorite color. Its really cute
- This is the only retractable brush I find soft. I didn’t consider getting a retractable brush before after being dismayed of a few failed finds. Just too scratchy!
- A good powder brush.
- Synthetic.
- The cover keeps the brush dirt free.
- Handy
- Does not shed at all..even when washing.

What I hate about it:
- No reasons to hate as it performs well to what I intend it to be, a powder brush! Not a foundation brush for me though. 

This is the perfect kit brush for me. I use mac msf natural for retouch and the brush just puts the right amount of product on my face, not making it look cakey or unnatural. Easy to carry and the cover keeps it free from dirt when inside the cluttered kit with other makeup stuffs. What if I want to use this brush for mineral foundations? I prefer my mineral foundation brush stiff, really packed and dense so what I do if I’m truly desperate is I pull the handle up to the part where the white hairs of the brush are covered and voilah, a semi flat top brush!:P

 

it works!

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