It's been a while since I explored another eyeshadow primer. I have been using my ELF Mineral Eye Primer (which I recently used up) and ELF Studio Eye Primer and Liner Sealer. You can read the full reviews of both e.l.f. eye primers HERE. It took me about two years to empty out my elf eye primers since I don't apply eyeshadow everyday. I use the elf studio eye primer for my clients and the elf mineral eye primer is for my personal use only.

I received a surprise loot bag from Charles of Wickermoss all the way from SG last year (2012) and the Essence Cosmetics I Love Stage Eyeshadow Base was one of the products she gave me.


Essence Cosmetics is a makeup brand that originated in Europe. I can say that the price and quality is comparable to elf cosmetics. The brand Essence Cosmetics recently became available here on our Philippine shores, though it hasn't reached Cebu City yet.

Mac already released several eye shadows from their Mineralize line. The Mac Mineralize Eye Shadow in Blue Sorcery was from the Magic, Mirth & Mischief Collection.

Blue Sorcery is a really pretty green based teal. I love how intense the shade is yet still very wearable. I've used this a couple of times this summer and it is simply stunning. I also like how soft and subtle the shimmer is on this shade.


This Mac Mineralize Eyeshadow is matched with a crescent glittery silver shade. There are 5 other shades in this collection which is also paired with another glitter shade. I've played with the silver shade but it's just too gritty and weird looking. I wish Mac made both shades with the same texture as the main color.

I was looking at my makeup kit and realized that I didn't have a gold eyeshadow to work with. So, I browsed online at ebay.ph and saw this Black Radiance Duo Eyeshadow in Sunrise/Sunset.  It was really affordable and bought it without having second thoughts.

For those who don't know, Black Radiance is a sister company of Wet n Wild which is also owned by Markwins International, a cosmetics manufacturer.

Finally had time to swatch and test out the baked eye shadows from Black Radiance. They're not really that popular but I was just curious about their quality and pigmentation.

I was looking for a waterproof eyeliner online and saw this L'oreal HIP Color Rich Cream Crayon in Perfectionist. (that was a mouthful... LOL) It is simply a black retractable jumbo eyeliner.  I found other waterproof eyeliners from other brands but they were expensive so I opted for this.

I finally got to try these LA Colors Jumbo Eye Pencils. Ever since I tried using the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk, I was hooked. It instantly became a favorite and a staple in my makeup kit.  I recently noticed the LA Colors Jumbo Eye Pencils online and I just had to try them out so that I can see how they compare with the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil.

I have been waiting to try out the Wet n Wild I Heart Matte Palette ever since I saw Becky of Everyday Makeup Blog talk about this when it came out last year.  I find this palette very unique, since I rarely see eyeshadow palettes that are both bright and completely matte.

I was ecstatic when I found this online through ebay.ph.  Most of the 8-pan palettes available at the mall were from the Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Collection but didn't find I Heart Matte at all. I'm so glad that I saw this online.


I just love how pigmented these shadows are. You can never go wrong with Wet n Wild Eyeshadow Palettes, they always deliver. I'm quite happy with the texture of these eye shadows. They aren't chalky at all and very easy to blend.  The size of each eyeshadow reminds me of their Trio palettes.


The swatches were applied dry and without a base. I just used the sponge tip applicator that came with the palette.  Photos where taken without flash, I just used my desk lamp for lighting.

A few months ago I discovered something in the Etude House store while I was buying a backup of my favorite eyebrow pencil.  I noticed this white tube that looked like a mascara, so I picked it up. To my surprise, it was a lash petticoat or lash primer. I absolutely had no idea that Etude House carries that product.

Seeing that it was so affordable, I quickly picked it up without having second thoughts and headed straight to the counter.  I've been using it for a while now, so read below to find out what I think about it.

After being released last year 2011, I've read and seen raves about these eyeshadow singles from Wet n Wild. So, I wanted to try these out for the longest time and now I finally got my hands on some of them.

I've been using this particular eyeliner for a few months now and it's high time that I tell you what my thoughts are about this product.