FOTD: MUFE 92 Lovin'

Face:
MAC Fix +
MAC Oil Control Lotion
Laura Mercier Foundation Primer
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25
MAC Studio Stick NC15 (highlight)
MAC Vintage Grape Blush Ombre
MAC Oh So Fair Beauty Powder
NARS Albatross

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Nylon (highlight)
MAC Red Brick (crease)
MUFE 92 (outer corners)
MAC Orb and Vapour (lid)
UD 24/7 Zero
MAC Smolder (lower lashline)
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Soar Lip Pencil
MAC Speed Dial Lipstick
MAC Oyster Girl Lip Glass

Review: MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder

Product Info: A lightly frosted, tinted powder that gives skin sheer, natural colour effects and highlights. Ideal for enhancing a skin tone or to accent or strengthen a tan. Skin-conditioning - and formulated to provide smooth, even application on all skin types.
Source: MACCosmetics.com

My Review:

Product: 5 out of 5
Packaging: 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5
Overall: 5 out of 5
Price: $22
Would I buy again? Yes


Initial Thoughts: I grabbed this because I was going nutso at the MAC Pro store. I really didn't have a matte bronzer so I'd thought I'd give it a shot! 


Pros:
- Amazing blendability
- Versatility for many skin tones
- Matte finish is great for contouring
- A little goes a long way


Cons:
- Only available from MAC Pro
- Lesser known MAC product


Overall:
I've had it for over a month now so I feel like I can do a thorough, accurate review on it. I never considered myself a bronzer type of person but this product is seriously HG status!  Since I bought this bronzer, I haven't been able to put it down! 


This is the only matte bronzer and one of the few bronzers I have. I can safely say that it's my favorite. I use it around my forehead and my cheekbones to create beautiful Kim Kardashian-esque contours. The matte finish creates that perfectly sculpted bone structure.


The best way to use this bronzer lightly is to use a brush like the MAC 129 or 116. For added depth, use a brush that's a bit more dense like the MAC 109. The Matte Bronze runs a bit reddish bronze which instantly warms up your face! It will add color and life into your skin if you're feeling tired. Because this product is highly pigmented, a little will go a long way. Love!


Disclaimer: Like always, my reviews are honest. I was not paid to do this review nor was the product given to me for free.

Favorite Products of 2010

I saw this post on Cheryl's blog and decided to give it a go! I'd love to hear what your favorite products are for 2010! I seriously can't believe this year is almost over!

Makeup

Foundation: MAC Pro Longwear Foundation is perfect for oily/combination skin types! Seriously one of the most amazing products released this year! Click here to read my review. 

Concealer: I actually don't use concealer on myself but I love how MAC Studio Finish and Studio Sculpt looks on others!

Powder: MAC Select Sheer Pressed Powder is perfect for me. It's not as matte as Studio Fix Powder but gives me more coverage than Mineralize Skin Finish Natural.

Blush: I can't just choose one but I think MAC Warm Soul is one of the best and most versatile blushes in the market!

Bronzer: I loooove MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder. Hands down best bronzer I've ever tried.

Highlight: I love NARS Albatross (looks like a more finely milled version of MAC Vanilla pigment) as well as MAC By Candlelight MIneralize Skin Finish. 

Eyeshadow: My new favorite is MAC Nylon eye shadow. Seriously such an amazing highlight color! I also love MAC Haux eye shadow.

Eyeliner: Urban Decay 24/7 Pencil in Zero is a great one. I also love MAC Smolder for an intense dark black. I usually use MAC Blacktrack Fluidline for winged liner.

Eyeshadow primer/base: Urban Decay Primer Potion and MAC Painterly Paint Pot. I use them both almost everyday.

Eyelash curler: Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler. 

Mascara: MAC Haute & Naughty Lash. I love the idea of the "dual" wand and I get long, thick lashes!

Lipstick: This question is a toughy. I'd say MAC Viva Glam V and MAC Snob lipsticks.

Lipgloss: MAC Bare Necessity Dazzleglass. I'm almost done with mine!

Nail polish: I can't say because I do my nails once every blue moon.

Body

Shower gel/soap: I'm not picky with these but I hate bar soaps.

Body lotion/cream: MAC Complete Comfort Cream. This just came out but I tested it since a few months ago. I love how it feels!

Body exfoliator: I don't use one

Hand cream: MAC Complete Comfort Cream. I seriously use this on my hands and face.

Lip balm/treatment: MAC Lip Conditioner in the squeeze tube.

Perfume: Giorgio Armani Acoua di Gioia

Face

Cleanser: Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil Free Acne Wash

Toner/lotion: MAC Fix +.

Moisturizer: MAC Fix + and MAC Oil Control Lotion

Facial mask: MAC Volcanic Ash

Exfoliator: MAC Volcanic Ash

Makeup remover: MAC Gently Off Eyes and Lips Makeup Remover takes it ALL off!

FOTD: Silent Night, Holy Night

I just wanted to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! :) I hope you are all able to spend time with your loved ones. It's pouring here in San Francisco but I'm enjoying some Christmas day NBA games. I cannot believe 2010 is almost coming to an end. Where does time go? But I'm optimistic that 2011 will be our best year yet. I can't wait to share the next year with all of you. Happy Holidays!

This is the look I'm gonna wear to my family's Christmas dinner tonight. I wanted it to be fun but not too crazy. Thanks for stopping by my blog and for all your continued support. <3







Face:
MAC Fix +
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural in Light (highlight)
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
NARS Albatross
MAC Peachykeen Blush

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Vanilla Pigment (higlight)
MAC Creme de Violet (crease)
MAC Shadowy Lady (outer corner)
MAC Seedy Pearl
MAC Permaplum (lower lashline)
Dior Cardinal (lower lashline)
UD 24/7 Zero
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil
MAC Modesty Lipstick
MAC Icescape Lip Glass

FOTD: Simple Smokey Eyes with Blue Twist

Face:
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Fix +
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
MAC Sun & Moon Mineralize Blush

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Nylon (highlight)
MAC Grain (lid)
MAC Cork and Brown Down (crease)
MAC Smolder (upper waterline)
MAC Petrol Blue Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner (lower waterline)
MAC Freshwater (lower lashline)
Ardell Hotties

Lips:
MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil
MAC Honeylove Lipstick
MAC Richer, Lusher Cremesheen Glass

FOTD: Family Holiday Dinner

This is the look I wore to my family holiday dinner. Sorry about the hair; it was still wet from the shower. Hope you enjoy and happy holidays to you and yours!









Face:
MAC Fix +
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
NARS Albatross
MAC Warm Soul Mineralize Blush

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Vanilla (highlight)
MAC Kid (crease)
MAC Folie (outer corners)
Lorac Cocoa (lid)
MAC Orb (inner corners)
UD 24/7 Zero (upper waterline)
MAC Teddy Eye Kohl (lower lashline)
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Subculture Lip Pencil
MAC Angel Lipstick
MAC Easy Lounger Lip Glass

FOTD: Plum Smokey Eyes

Face:
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Fix +
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Refined
MAC Cubic Blush
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Artifact Paint Pot (lid)
MAC Haux (crease)
MAC Sketch (on top of Artifact, lower lashline)
MAC Nylon (inner corners)
MAC Smolder Eye Kohl (upper and lower waterlines)
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Soar Lip Pencil
MAC Craving Lipstick
MAC Viva Glam VI Lip Glass

FOTD: Pam Anderson Inspired

Face:

MAC Oil Control Lotion

MAC Fix +

MAC Pro Longwear Foundation NC25

MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural

MAC Sun & Moon Mineralize Blush

NARS Albatross

Eyes:

UDPP

MAC Painterly Paint Pot

MAC Nylon (highlight)

MAC Blackground Paint Pot (lid)

MAC Carbon (lid, lower lashline)

MAC Cork (crease)

MAC Electra (tear duct, lower lashline)

UD 24/7 Zero

Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:

MAC Oak Lip Pencil

MAC Myth Lipstick

MAC Florabundance Lip Glass

Hepatitis B Calendar Shoot

I recently had the opportunity to work with Asian Week and SF Hep B Free on a calendar spread. The organizations aimed to raise awareness for Asians/Pacific Islanders to get tested for Hep B. Hep B is a disease that can lead to live cancer and liver failure. 80% of liver cancer is caused by HBV infection. For more information, please check out SF Hep B Free.


Makeup Artist: Me
Hair Stylist: Ethel O'Yang
Photographer: Shane Sato

FOTD: Holiday Spirit

So I was inspired by greens and golds for this look. Hope everything is having a wonderful holiday season! Stay warm (or cool if it's summer for you right now)!





Face:
MAC Fix +
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Mineralize Satin Finish NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
MAC Gingerly Blush
NARS Albatross

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Soft Ochre Paint Pot
Lorac Persuasion (highlight)
MAC Soba (crease)
MAC Gorgeous Gold (inner lid)
MAC Humid (center lid)
MAC Plumage (outer lid, lower lashline)
MAC Blacktrack Fluidline
MAC Minted (lower lashline)
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Summerfruit Lip Pencil
MAC Dressmaker, Dressmaker Lipstick
MAC Richer, Lusher Cremesheen Glass

B Cocky Launch Party

So earlier this month, I was invited by the lovely Nymphette to the launch party of her new company, B Cocky.  It's no secret that I've been a huge fan of her work so I was so happy that I was able to celebrate this special night with her. Please check out the B Cocky site. They have some awesome feather extensions and earrings! They're so stylish and chic!


Me and my buddy Mel. I did her makeup!


The party was held at the Starlight Room at Sir Francis Drake Hotel in Downtown San Francisco.


Me and the businesswoman herself. Seriously love this chick!


Me and Sara from The Makeup Snob. We were tweeting back and forth trying to find each other! Haha. Glad to have met her. Such a sweet girl.


Me and my friend Mel with some bloggers/youtube gurus, Oh Sharon (such a sweetheart) and Rach (who is HILARIOUS by the way).


Here we are again with Christine from Beautylish. It's always nice to see her! =)


View from the Starlight Room.

Review: MAC Pro Longwear SPF 10 Foundation

Me wearing MAC Pro Longwear Foundation

Product Info: A long-wear foundation that gives up to 15 hours of wear in any environmental condition. Lightweight and creamy, applies smoothly to provide sheer to medium coverage. Even in hot and humid conditions, controls oil to keep skin fresh, natural and flawless. Provides everyday SPF protection

Source: MACCosmetics.com

My Review:

Product: 5 out of 5
Packaging: 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5
Overall: 5 out of 5
Price: $29.50
Would I buy again? Yes

Initial Thoughts: I loved the idea of a long wearing foundation. I am a foundation freak and always looking for the next best foundation.

Pros:

- Lasts all day

- Great for oily or combination skin

- Water resistant

- Abundant shades for different skin tones

Cons:

- Use Fix+ with this if you are more on the dry side

Overall:

I have been obsessed with this product since it first came out a few months ago. Although I love my Face and Body, I love Pro Longwear for when I need my foundation to last with minimal touch ups. When MAC said 15 hour wear, they really meant it! I can use this foundation without touching up for the whole day! 

My skin is extremely oily in the summer and gets a little more dry during the fall and winter seasons. However, I see this foundation being used year round. I have been using it with Fix+ to retain moisture in my face since it's been getting a little colder now. First, I Fix+ my entire face after using the Oil Control Lotion, apply the foundation, then Fix+ again. I love how the product dries in a gorgeous, semi-matte finish and actually STAYS on. This is great for a night out on the town with your girl friends.

Another thing I noticed about the foundation is that it dries pretty quick. You have a decent amount of time to apply and blend but once it dries, it doesn't budge. To remove the foundation at the end of the day, I use Cleanse Off Oil.

I believe the foundation is pretty true to color in my opinion. For some of you, it may run just a little bit light. For the NC's, I noticed this foundation is less "golden" than the Studio Fix Fluid. I personally use NC25 in Pro Longwear and it's a perfect match. Since my forehead is a bit darker, I use the Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder to sculpt and shape. I will include a list of shades I use in different MAC foundations for reference. 

Face and Body in C2/C3

Mineralize Satin Finish in NC25

Studio Sculpt in NC25

Studio Fix Fluid in NC20/NC25

Studio Fix Powder in NC35

Select Sheer Pressed NC25

Mineralize Skin Finish Medium/Medium Plus

Disclaimer: Like always, my reviews are honest. I was not paid to do this review nor was the product given to me for free.

FOTD: Viva Glam Cyndi!

Face:
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Fix +
MAC Mineralize Satin Finish NC25
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural
MAC Select Sheer Pressed NC25
MAC Gingerly Blush
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
NARS Albatross

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Soft Ochre Paint Pot
MAC Vanilla (highlight, lid)
MAC Soba (crease)
MAC Brown Down (crease)
MAC Blacktrack Fluidline
MAC Coffee (lower waterline)
MAC Woodwinked (lower lashline)
Red Cherry Lashes

Lips:
MAC Chicory Lip Pencil
MAC Viva Glam Cyndi Lipstick
MAC Viva Glam Cyndi Lip Glass

Runaway, Rocker Bride Trial Look

I am currently working on a short local film about a runaway bride. The makeup I did on her was supposed to reflect her rebellious personality. I think she looked SOOO gorgeous! Any suggestions are kindly appreciate!

Sorry about the poor quality of the pictures! I used my camera phone.

Face:

MAC Studio Sculpt

MAC Select Sheer Pressed

MAC Refined Golden Bronzing Powder

Eyes:

MAC Painterly Paint Pot

MAC Naked Lunch (highlight and tear duct)

MAC Haux, Sketch (crease)

MAC Blacktrack (lid as base)

MAC Carbon (on top of Blacktrack and on lower lashline)

MAC Smolder (lower lashline)

MAC #3 Lashes

Lips:

MAC Nightmoth Lip Pencil

MAC Cyber Lipstick

MAC Desire Lip Glass

FOTD: Wearable Purple

This was a look I wore to an elementary school friends reunion. I love how the browns make the look more wearable. Thanks for looking!







Face:
MAC Oil Control Lotion
MAC Matte
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation
MAC Select Sheer Powder
MAC Matte Bronze Bronzing Powder
MAC Instant Chic Blush

Eyes:
UDPP
MAC Painterly Paint Pot
MAC Vanilla (highlight)
MAC Soft Brown (crease)
MAC Folie (outer corners)
MAC Beautiful Iris (lid)
MAC Permaplum (lower lashline)
MAC Indian Ink (lower lashline
MAC Blacktrack Fluidline
Ardell Hotties

Lips:
MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil
MAC Hue Lipstick
MAC Icescape Lip Glass