Aishwarya
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Catrice x Eman

Catrice x Eman

Today, I wanted to share my thoughts on the stunning Catrice x Eman Collection! I was generously provided a selection of products as a part of the official launch of Catrice Cosmetics in Canada.

The collection features three affordable, yet high end quality palettes.

Blush tones adorn the packaging of each of these sleek square palettes. Large mirrors and binding that allow the palettes to open up completely are just some of the touches that add to a product. As a product can be stellar but its ease of use determines how often you’ll actually reach for it.

The palettes have end to end pans, which means you’re getting more for your money’s worth.

Catrice x Eman Eyeshadow Palette
The eyeshadow palette houses 9 shades. Five satin mattes and four shimmers. The formulation is silky smooth to the touch and rich in pigmentation. This is a drugstore gem! I naturally gravitate towards neutral, soft brown hues and this palette has everything from a base shade, crease/transition shade and highlighting shade. $14.99 CAD.

Catrice x Eman Blush Palette
This cheek palette houses three blushes and one bronzer shade. I was incredibly surprised with the pigmentation, as the lightest sweep provides endless amounts of colour. The finely milled powder allows the blush to blend seamlessly. $14.99 CAD.

Catrice x Eman Highlighter Palette
Each of these shades are intensely pigmented. I found myself gravitating towards the shade Surrey. $14.99 CAD

In short, the Catrice x Eman palettes are a definite buy! Formulation, selection of shades and affordability are all there! I often find some collaborations are too specific to the creator and don’t cater to the consumers. The Catrice x Eman collection definitely suits a multitude of complexions.

Catrice Cosmetics is available in Canada at select Shoppers Drug Mart, Pharmaprix, and Loblaws stores.

Samples kindly provided. All opinions are my own.

Quo Cosmetics 2019 Holiday Collection

Quo Cosmetics 2019 Holiday Collection

I know it’s officially the Holiday season when my local Shoppers Drug Mart has their Quo Cosmetics 2019 Holiday Collection on display! Their line up of products are highly impressive. From full size gift sets to ooberly cute stocking stuffers!

Cosmetic Crackers in Rose or Gold 

A set of 6 individually wrapped holiday crackers. Each housing a festive gloss inside. $15 CAD

Glitz On-the-Go Brush Set 

This stunning brush set includes 6 mini brushes. Each with clear, golden glitter handles. The set also includes a metal carrying case. Makeup lover or not, anyone would love to receive this stunner! $25 CAD

Festive Sponge 

The Festive Sponges are available in these adorable characters. Snowman, tree, gingerbread man, penguin and reindeer. Perfectly sized and priced for stocking stuffers! $8 CAD

Glow Getter Illuminating Drops Set 

A set of 3 liquid illuminators, that can be used individually or layered together. Fine illuminating pigments allow for a flawless application. $25 CAD

Face Stick Trio 

A set of three makeup sticks, including one for contour, sculpting and highlighting your face. $25 CAD

These are just a few pieces from the wide range of products in Quo Cosmetics 2019 Holiday Collection. Available now online and in store at Shoppers Drug Mart.

Samples kindly provided. All opinions are my own.

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Laura Mercier’s Sun Kissed Veil Bronzer

Laura Mercier’s Sun Kissed Veil Bronzer

I recently tried out Laura Mercier’s Sun Kissed Veil Bronzer. Which was a part of Laura Mercier’s Summer launch of their Mediterranean Escape Collection.

Mediterranean Escape Collection was a limited collection and although I’m sharing my thoughts at the end of the season. This is one I couldn’t resist sharing. Plus, it’s still available online and Laura Mercier has a similar product available as well.

The official description says, ‘Go glamorously off the grid with tones and textures inspired by a bohemian meets jetsetter vibe.’ They weren’t kidding. The packaging is mesmerizing and one that will surely instill the urge to travel in you!

I tried out Laura Mercier’s Sun Kissed Veil Bronzer in the shade Riviera Sun.

The Sun-Kissed Veil Bronzer, is a multi purpose product. One that can be used on the eyelids, cheeks, body and applied even to your lips! To create the illusion of a pumper pout! Having gone to the Dominican Republic last month, I wish I had this product with me then!

It has a lightweight balm consistency that provides a beautiful subtle glow. The colour is more warm and apparent on lighter complexions and much more natural appearing on deeper tones. Granted how stunning the sheen is, it can be used year round for achieving the look of glowing skin.

I find applying it with your fingertips is best as it warms up the product. Allowing for a seamless application. This product does not transfer on to any garments.

A similar product to Laura Mercier’s Sun Kissed Veil Bronzer can be found online and in store and online at Sephora, Nordstrom, Saks Off Fifth, Laura Mercier and The Bay.

Sample kindly provided. All opinions are my own.

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Shiseido Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush

Shiseido Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush

I am quite particular about blush and often don’t experiment with new shades. As I like natural-appearing rosy hues. I have dry skin and most powder blushes appear as if they’re sitting on the surface of my skin. I also fear going overboard. Hence, why I’m excited to share a product I have in heavy rotation, which is the Shiseido Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush!

I know Shiseido as a brand that creates phenomenal skincare and only recently tried out products from their makeup line.

The WhippedPowder Blush has their formulation right in their name. It is an air whipped blush that is incredibly light, breathable and provides a natural wash of colour. It dries down to a matte finish.

Available in 8 shades. I tried out the shade Sonoya. Each of the shades are named after House of SHISEIDO’s muses.

Each blush comes encased in minimalistic packaging, as its name suggests. A protective cap helps ensure the product stays securely in place.

The WhippedPowder blush is best applied with your fingertips as it has a mousse like consistency. I found using a brush picked up too much product and resulted in a heavy handed application.

The Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush is quite pigmented and a little goes a very long way. I get well over 10 hours of wear and find it continues to look better as the hours go by.

Shiseido Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush retails for $40 CAD. Available online and in store at Sephora, The Bay, Nordstrom, Shoppers Drug Mart and Shiseido.

Sample kindly provided. All opinions are my own.

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Cilque

Cilque

Today, let’s talk about a skincare product. One that isn’t an anti-aging cream, toner or serum, and doesn’t need to be applied to the face either. Simply slept on! Now that’s a skincare regime, I can stick to lol. I’m talking about the Cilque Pillowcase, a 100% silk case.

Available in 7 luxurious shades.

You might ask, how does a silk pillowcase act as anti-aging product or what benefits does it really have? Well for starters, think of the preventative measures you take on the daily to defy wrinkles, ie. applying skincare in the opposite direction of gravity, not tugging on the eyes, etc.

So for tummy/side sleepers like myself, where your face is buried in your pillow for 6+ hours a night. The soft silk material helps prevent those crease marks from forming on your face. Which, with time can become deeper.

I’ve also found the Cilque Pillowcase to play a part in helping with my acne. As it’s sensitive on the skin and silk keeps a constant cool temperature throughout the night, to avoid further irritation to existing breakouts. As for preventing new breakouts, anything you put in your hair or on your face is likely to end up on your pillow. A silk material case can help prevent that from being absorbed into your case.

As someone who has dry skin, I’ve found that my products soak into my skin better at night when sleeping on a Cilque case vs a cotton pillowcase. As cotton cases often draw moisture from your hair and skin, leaving you in this constant cycle of dehydrated skin.

I have to say the number one reason for me being head over heels for my Cilque Pillowcase. Is the fact that it lengthens my hair styles. Blow outs last almost twice as long and I no longer wake up with tangled hair. The silk material helps reduce friction between your hair and the pillow.

You’ll ideally notice the difference if you have a hairstyle you want to last for a couple days (blowout) or if you have colour treated/bleached hair. As bleached hair can be brittle and the silk material prevents breakage from contact.

Making one small change to your sleep routine can result in better sleep health and in turn better skin!

Cilque Pillowcases retail for $79 CAD for a Queen size and $99 for a King. Available online at cilque.com and in store at thebay.com.

Sample kindly provided. All opinions are my own.

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