All my life, I have never used nor purchase MAC cosmetics before and although my aunts, my friends and YouTube gurus rave about it - I still don't get the hype at all.

What I observed when I see MAC's counter :

1. It's all black packaging. 

2. It's always Harajuku girls theme 

3. It's expensive 

4. I am a newbie to makeup, why bother?

To the extend, I have only started buying MAC cosmetics this year, like February. So I am still a newbie to most brands and I guess you can say I stepped out of my comfort zone and started experimenting with various brands so and so forth. It's really exciting because you are discovering the wonders of something that you never knew it existed. I guess that's what I am going through now. 

Which is bad because I am going broke each month. 

Okay so MACCosmetics Malaysia finally has their own e-online site which you can purchase their products and have them shipped to you and it's free shipping till the end of April 2014. 

It's quite an amazing thing because I don't live in Kuala Lumpur nor my town has any MAC Counter (bummer!) and right now, I don't really have trouble purchasing one. Thank you M.A.C!

Like I said I am new and the very first thing I purchased from them was the Studio Finish SPF35 concealer and boy, it is so good that it actually brightens up my eyes and doesn't crease at all. I bought it from Singapore and I had a very lovely Sales Assistant/Makeup Artist that helped me with my shade NC35 (I got superb tanned at that time) but I am pretty sure I am somewhere NC30 now? I use it so often that I was told it will take about a year to finish it up. I kinda dumped my Benefit Boi-ing (creases easily) and switched to this ever since. 

Let me tell you about their service, it is superb efficient and I think I ordered like Tuesday night and it was shipped to me on Thursday morning. That's how quick it is. 

It comes with a sleek black box and it looks so clean. 

The first item that I got was the Mineralize Skinfinish in Lightscapade.

It is described as a luxurious velvet-soft powder with high-frost metallic finish. Smoothed in; adds buffed-up highlights to cheeks or an overall ultra-deluxe polish to the face.

Weight: 10g 

Price: RM120.00 

I was told that it was from Haley Williams x M.A.C Collection in 2013 and it was selling like hot cakes and it was practically sold out everywhere (?) but fortunately for me, I managed to purchase it without all the hassle. 

But when I was looking for description on the website today, it was sold out. 

Basically, you are paying for a highlighter that can last for ages. I'm sure it'll be my favorite product as it is so multifunctional. 

It is a very gorgeous swirl of pink, blue, white but you will get a whitish frost highlighter. 

So far, I only apply them on my cheeks and although it was advised you can use it as an overall to the face, don't. Full stop NO! I did and it looks like I applied glitter all over my face. Maybe it was my technique wrong but I will try again next time. 

Swatched, 

It does well for a highlighter but lasting power no. It could only last 3-4 hours so you can always reapply like I always do. 

Price wise, it is quite expensive but a little goes a long way and I'm not joking about it. 

No smell whatsoever so yay! I really dislike weird, funky scent that lingers on your face. Eek.

Pros : It can be a multifunctional product e.g. As an eyeshadow, overall face, brow bone, no foul smell.

Cons : Expensive, works for fair skin, works for3-4 hours max, limited edition.

Overall, you could consider this as a highlighter if you have never own one before or else - I would highly suggest Benefit's High Beam. It has so much content that you will take ages and ages to finish it. Still, I enjoy this product a lot for its' multifunctional. 

The second item that I got a hold of ever since I started reading ItsJessicaChoy and she purchased this wonderful cream eyeshadow and I was sold when I read her post! 

Eye Prolong Wear Paint Pot in Camel Coat.

A highly pigmented eye colour that goes on creamy but dries to an intense, vibrant finish. Long-wearing, colourfast. Creates seamless coverage without weight or caking. Blends smoothly over the lids. Cream-based, can be mixed with M·A·C shadows and liners.

Size: 5g

Price: RM75

Normally I would not purchase eyeshadow as I was banned from eyeshadow shopping ever since my aunt got me Naked 3. 

But I guess you can say reading Jessica's post made me wanna give a try in cream matte eyeshadow (never own one) so I did swatches in Singapore. But I wasn't keen on getting it as its' price was stiff (30+ sgd) and I thank my lucky stars for not purchasing it as it's way cheaper than Malaysia! Yay to me!

This comes in glass packaging so it looks so cool and all. As soon as I got home, I swatched it again on my arm and feel like, "eek it's too dark for me!" But rest assured it looks very natural on my lids so I guess I don't have to exchange it. 

The swatch color may look like dark grey-brown but it looks good for an au natural look when you really want a minimum makeup. 

I have never used a cream base eyeshadow and this is really legit that I might want to purchase various colors soon. It's an amazing investment and I don't have to use a primer at all! A-m-a-z-i-n-g! 

Pros: It's matte, affordable, long lasting, non-crease, has various shades and colors to choose from.

Cons: I still can't find a single flaw of it. 

Overall, I think this product is amazing when you want to achieve a simple eye-do and still look effortless. This will probably my everyday to college eyeshadow as I am so lazy with the whole eye primer + eyeshadow routine on certain days. 

That's all for my M.A.C haul !

Let me know if you have tried and like/dislike it! I love reading comments <3

Till then, have a wonderful week ahead!

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Having a huge weakness for cosmetics, I couldn't come home without some makeup/skincare products right? I know you are probably wondering why am I getting a new foundation each month? I really wish I have an answer for that but I promise myself from now onwards, I will try to limit myself from purchasing things I have own.

I only bought four items *self praise* considering I have restricted myself from getting so many items. I bought a cleanser as mine finished when I was in Singapore. I know, what a bloody unfortunate coincidence! Thankfully, I received an email saying I could redeem 10% off for my next purchase. Let's just say it's a win-win situation. 

L-R: Living Proof hair primer (free), Josie Maran Argan Matchmaker Serum Foundation, Percy & Reed Dry Conditioner, Soap and Glory Face Soap Clarity cleanser, NYX Round Lipstick.


I will only be reviewing Josie Maran, Soap and Glory and NYX


Soap and Glory Face Soap Clarity was purchased when my cleanser finished in Singapore.
Sorry no pictures, it's in my bathroom and gosh it's wet :(
I have been wanting these for a long time as it smells quite divine when I opened the tube (is that what you called it?) but again, I do not like mix matching my skin care products with my usual.
What I enjoy about this cleanser is that it smells really good like an aftershave and it has this microbeads that's suppose to cleanse your face or something. So far, I have used a quarter of it, twice each day and I don't know whether I will be repurchasing as I have my staple cleanser that goes along with my toner, moisturizers. I think this cleanser goes well with all skin types but do consult your dermatologist first.
Price wise, it's 17sgd but I wouldn't say it's very expensive for a cleanser that actually gives you a warm cooling effect after rinsing it.
Will I repurchase? MAYBE. I have no idea but yeah, probably.

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   Josie Maran Argan Matchmaker Serum Foundation is a long name to describe a serum-like foundation! For now I would call it the Josie's for convenience, it is formulated with Chameleon Pigments, a breakthrough color-match technology that reads and instantly to match your unique and changing natural skin tone. It's the only foundation you will need year round to provide age-defying undetectable buildable light to medium courage.
It is infused with Argan oil which is a superior source of antioxidants, Vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It also nourishes and protects skin and hair and keep them functioning at their optimal level. It is your answer to healthy, youthful, radiant skin and hair ... naturally.
Luxury with a conscience - Josie Maran

I have gotten the fair/light and I think is the fairest among them three. I didn't intend to get a foundation knowing I am not a frequent user and it's over my budget. But you know I was sold over this whole new technology thing and yes, I bit the bullet. 

Packaging wise, it looks very scientific way. It comes with a pump so that's pretty good and I still don't see any uniqueness to the bottle except it doesn't look like a regular foundation bottle.
Price, 68sgd for 1oz. I would say it's more expensive than Benefit's and a few dollars cheaper than Nars.
Coverage, it's light to medium. I don't do second layer when apply foundation as I find that can cause cakey feeling. It cannot conceal any marks whatsover. But what I have noticed that it makes me feel radiant like the Avon's Skin Goodness except this has Argan Oil and way overpriced.
At first I didn't like it at all! I live in a humid country so I expect it to be lightweight but still does the job. 

It feels very greasy as I was sweating and I swore off this is the worst investment ever. As you all know, I spoke way too soon. I gave it a try for the second time and realize it's actually a good product for a "no makeup" makeup look or this could be substituted as a tinted moisturizer. I do use primer for it and when I'm on indoors, it works fine but if I have to walk around under the sun and all, a setting spray is very helpful. 

It looks white but once you start blending, it goes so well that you feel like you didn't use none whatsoever. For me, I only needed 1 pump and that's way enough. But if you are using a foundation brush, you will need at least 2 pumps but I prefer applying it with my fingers. 

I don't think it's worth splurging this but if you are like me with little or no imperfects (except my dark circles), this is very suitable for you. After all, concealer is here to conceal our crazy ass dark circles/acne marks, right? I enjoy the whole technology stuff but that's that. 

I probably will not repurchase this unless they drop the price but it is an organic, vegan, paraben, fragrance-free. Anything that's organic is definitely more pricey but I think this can last for a long time if you use a pump like me. I almost wanted to exchange it for the Argan Oil but I then found out Sephora Malaysia isn't selling it due to some regulative laws. I would recommend to whomever wants an organic. paraben-free foundation.

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NYX Round Lipsticks are amazing in so many ways, it's affordable, it has so many colors to choose from and it's very creamy but it smells bad, doesn't last and melts easily.The color I purchased this time is Femme.

I would describe it as a neon orange/peachy color that does pretty well on the lips. As you all know, this year is all about rocking an orange do and I felt pretty excited to give it a try and absolutely love it! What a shame that Sephora Singapore only have like 10 colors instead of the original 100+ ish? No worries, Malaysians! You can purchase yours from ColoursCosmesticsMalaysia.com for RM15.50. They are pretty much the most reliable online cosmetic store. I purchased NYX Snow White and Vitamin and a NYX powder blush. It arrived within 2-3 days. 

What I dislike about the lipstick is that it is easily smeared and again, it smells bad. 

Used Josie's and Femme. Forgive the lighting that made me so orange-like 

Packaging, it's plastic but it doesn't bother me. I seriously think if the packaging is fancy but the lipstick is crap, WHY BOTHER? 

Price, 9sgd for 4g, big thumbs up! I don't know whether this is a hit-seller but this looks very poppy on me so yes, I hope it is as I would like to get some for my girlies haha.

Will I repurchase? definitely will recommend this lipstick range for an affordable, fun color. So far, I have tried only 3 lipsticks of theirs such as Snow White, Vitamin and Gardenia. Looks like my collection is going to expand pretty soon. Do checkout on ColourscosmeticsMalaysia.com for more NYX and other brands that isn't easily accessible in Malaysia.

I guess that's all for my reviews and stay tune for my The Body Shop Reviews soon!

Till then, x M

Hey everyone! I have been really active on Blogger lately and I hope it's a good thing since I have so much spare time to write/rant/review till May. Also, I will be having a Sephora and The Body Shop haul to review but I will leave that for the first week of April so keep that in mind if you would like to know more (read my blog often haha!).

Living an hour away from the capital, I have a slight disadvantage because I can never attend any Sephora event or do my shopping until someone is willing to go Sephora for me or I will have to go to Singapore. Thus, I would say it's a good thing because I wouldn't be able to just spend spend spend. Before purchasing any item that Youtube gurus/bloggers rave about it, I will do tons and tons of research. You wouldn't want a product sitting at your dressing table to collect dust, right? Even though it may suit with the YouTube gurus that doesn't mean it worked out for me. It's a waste of money and I'd hate to waste my money on something I wouldn't like. Planning and making a list does save time and allow us to budget on things we would most likely to buy and knowing what we need instead of want, a smart consumer thing. 

Here are the Top 9 items that I would like to purchase.

#1 Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush (46sgd)

First of all I have been wanting these for a while but each time I visit Sephora, I would tend to neglect this as its' price is very stiff and I just have to add a few more dollars to get NARS blush. Although they have wonderful selection of colors but there's still a doubt whether I will like it or not. I have tried and swatched and I still don't see the worth. Hence this is in my wish list which I am hoping to receive it as a birthday present. I would still prefer NARS blush over this but beggars can't be choosers.

#2 Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm (RM30.88)

Zoella reviewed this on her recent haul and to be frank, I have never heard a balm that is matte, moisturizing and very pigmented + affordable all at once! They have quite a number of colors but I want the Standout and Mischievous. So far, I have swatched it on my arm and even after rubbing so hard, it doesn't fade entirely. Quite moisturizing for a matte product. I know for a fact this will come in handy when I go to class for a quite touch up.

#3 M.A.C Prolong Paint Pot Cream Shadow (36sgd)

I saw it from itsJessicaChoy blog how she actually enjoy this cream base eyeshadow as she has oily eyelids. I personally don't have that issue but I hate how powder ones tend not to last unless I apply an eye primer. Just so you know, I have only tried one eye primer from Benefit Cosmetics' Stay Don't Stray in deluxe size and to me it's the best thing ever existed. I have been using it 4 out of 7 days for 6 months and that tiny bottle tend to last even till now. This cream based eye shadow looks promising and I swatched - I tried Groundwork. It's matte brown but slightly creamy so it's very easy to blend. I want it but the Sales Assistants from M.A.C store at Takashimaya were meh so I left. Price wise, it is quite stiff for just an eye shadow. It's quite huge amount than what I have expected but I will need sales in order to purchase it heh.

#4 NARS Matte Multiple in Exumas (60sgd)

As soon as I saw it on Nars' instagram - I wanted it! Although it's content is way lesser than the original Multiple, it's matte! What I like about the Multiple is that you get a good use on the cheeks. lips and eyes. This color I picked is Exumas in a deep coral/orange. There have quite a good selection but I might consider Cappadoce as a bronzer. I am very grateful that they have a store in Kuala Lumpur so I can't wait to visit the store when college starts. 

#5 NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer (54sgd)

I am not going to lie, I am still looking for the 'perfect' concealer to conceal my horrible eye bags. The M.A.C Studio Finish does it well but it only brightens up instead of hiding them. I really hate it when people call me panda eyes, etc. It's not even funny. Reading so much reviews on this from various bloggers give me a slight hope - I want this but again, WHY IS IT SO EXPENSIVE? My M.A.C is only 31sgd and this is like 22 dollars extra! I probably will give a try first before even bother buying. Let's pray they work like magic as most said otherwise. 

#6 Real Techniques Stippling Brush (RM78)

I have own quite a number of brushes and I am so comfortable with using my fingers to apply foundation but a few claimed how a brush can create this flawless look and how it looks so natural and even so I look up for brushers online, this is the closest I can get close to Sigma brushes (way overpriced!) and I am still unconvinced until I give a try on it first. The price is pretty pricey but I am assuming all brushes are overpriced but does the job well kind of way? I sincerely hope so. Thank goodness we have Shins (a beauty store) so yeah, I can't wait to head to the mall for some shopping-fest.

#7 Benefit Cosmetics Hello Flawless Powder (price unavailable)

If I could introduce anyone who wants a full coverage powder, it's this. I own the deluxe size and I have been using so much that it hits the pan. You know that feeling when you live in a humid continent, half of your makeup tend melt and creates this cakey/uneven skintone and all sorts? This doesn't. At least to me. Even though my makeup wears out, this will try to make my skin radiant and even after wiping the excessive makeup + sweat, it will stay put and create this radiant glow. Major points! I don't think it has SPF so it's best to own a moisturizer/ foundation that does.

#8 Stila One Step Correct Serum Primer (price unavailable)

If you have gone to Sephora, you would have passed by this bad boy (at least it did to me) and goodness me, I love the packaging! It's a DNA like that has 3 colors to correct and stuff and it has this serum-like texture but most claimed it doesn't work on oily skin well. I have a combination skin so I am worried this might be a hassle for me. I did try it on my hands and gosh you will be needing only a tiny amount because it is very heavy primer. After blending it well, it has no color on my hands so I assume to adjust according to your skintone [?] but I would like to give it a try someday . I think it's 70+ sgd so the price is still a barrier for me to own it because I might not like it (or maybe love it) so it worries me to spend so much on something. I think I repeat this over and over and I hope it doesn't bore you haha. 

#9 Bleach London DIY Dip Dye kit (7 pounds) and Super Colors (5 pounds each)

If you are an avid reader of Company magazine, you will come across this on one of the issue (I think it's October) and I have never tried dip dyeing my hair before and this looks doable. I originally wanted to try L'oreal but THEY DON'T HAVE IT IN MALAYSIA! This was, too, wasn't available unless you go to England. Lucky me, my aunt gone for her honeymoon and she said she would help me to search them. I am hoping it will be available as I recently saw Boots was having 3 for a price of 2 thing.

The colors are very vivid and thankfully, it's semi-permanent so it will be gone within 2-10 washes. The colors that I would want to try is Blullini, Bruised Violet and Rose. It's really affordable if were to compare to Manic Panic and I really want something that wouldn't last long. Fingers crossed for a good outcome otherwise.

That's all for my wish list and if you have tried either of the products and love it, do leave some comment below.

Till then, x  

    

My mini getaway ended last Tuesday while looking back, I wish I had another vacation somewhere tropical/far away from town, etc. 

But I wasn't here for vacation ... 

This time I stayed at Mandarin Orchard Hotel as I was attending my aunt's wedding. Let's just say it's the best hotel to live in as it's in between 313 Somerset and Takashimaya + Wisma Atria.

I am a frequent Taka goer as : 

1. Pique Nique/ Ladurée macarons

2. There's a Sephora there :D

Service is quite good and very attentive to my needs. I haven't been to any Sephora outlet since then. 

3. I love how it's so convenient to go to Wisma Atria at the same time for Lush

4. My aunt and grandparents love going to ISETAN for home appliances. 

If you are planning to get anything from M.A.C, go to Robinsons. I forgot the SA name but she's so friendly and helpful by picking out the right concealer for my oily eye bags. I went and tried my luck with NARS but the second I saw it's the bloody same SA, (she still looks like a snobbish bitch) I left within seconds. 

My first night was just my grandparents, aunt and her family, my soon-to-be wed aunt and my siblings. My parents had errands to do so they came a day later. 

That first night, my sister and I took a night stroll around the city whilst looking for a suitable for dinner. I originally wanted Marche but we ended up going to Taka and made the quickest decision for din din as the mall will be closed at 9.30pm.

My sister picked Pique Nique as she wanted a "Western" meal.

I have never tried Pique Nique before as I would usually buy their macarons and that's that. 

The decor is quite interesting but not too OTT. It was quite packed but thank goodness we had seats but we had to share the looooong table with someone else. 

First of all, it's not expensive. It's quite affordable for a meal and it wouldn't make much of a difference if were to compare with food courts. 

My sister originally wanted the Mac n' Cheese but as I flipped the next page, there's a Petit Mac n' Cheese that's only 7.8sgd ! I know for a fact she can't finish her meal and after all the chit-chat, she agreed. I wanted Potato Salad but it wasn't available so I had to settle for Mac n' Cheese, too! 

While I was worried the meal would be too small, I ordered Whoopie fries (7.80sgd) just in case my sister nags for more food.

As for drinks, my sister asked for Sprite (3.00sgd) while I went for all detox with a pot of Earl Grey (6.80sgd). If I am going to compare dollar for a dollar with Secret Recipe, this is definitely worth the price. I poured my second cup and there's still half of it in the pot compare to SR that can only be consumed for two cups. 

Like I said, their macarons is definitely the best of all. They have a wide range like Peppermint, Red Velvet, Lemon, PB and J, Coffee, Caramel, Vanilla, Pistachio and I forgot hah. I think there's at least 10 different types. 

But we settled for peppermint and vanilla for her and red velvet for me. 

This is my sister describing how unique and good it was the macarons. She kept going on how soft it's shell and filling was. It's only 1.90sgd each. 

Soon, our food has arrived.

Is it petit? I thought it's quite a large portion (I am salivating while typing haha) and we regretted ordering two. 

It's very cheesy and what I did not like was the tuna in it. But I manage to eat though so I guess it's a speciality to combine them both. 

And soon after, our Whoopie fries came as well. 

What we didn't know the person next to us ordered the same thing! The same mac n' cheese and Whoopie fries too! *coincidence much?* 

It was a large portion. Taste okay, cheesy powder like McDees back then but I like it's serving is worth the price.

Total damage : 47.89sgd incl. tax. 

Totally worth it. We were so full and I did takeaway my mac n' cheese and fries for my bro instead. We couldn't finish it anyways. The service was good and efficient. I would definitely come back when I have the chance. 

Service : 4.5/5

Food : 4/5

Place : 4/5

Price : 4/5

Till then, M