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Bobbi Brown Stonewashed Nudes collection

July 13, 2007 Paris B 3 Comments

Bobbi Brown’s Stonewashed Collection is sending ripples of excitement through fans of neutral and natural shades. This collection is reminiscent of Bobbi Brown’s signature neutral colours.

If you missed out on the Chocolate collection last year, you might want to check this one out as it too is a Limited Edition collection.

I’m looking forward to seeing the Stonewashed Nudes eyeshadow palette. Like the Chocolate palette from last year, there are 7 colours in this eyeshadow palette, which is housed in a slim narrow case.

The case is shiny black sturdy plastic with the name Bobbi Brown in white which is the signature Bobbi Brown packaging. It comes with a double ended eyeshadow brush with one fluffy end and one flat end to line.

The eyeshadow palette will have 6 limited edition colours that are only available in this palette. Only Espresso, the darkest colour for lining is a regular colour. There are 3 eyeshadows and 4 shimmer wash eyeshadows in light and dark shades.

The colours are: Espresso, Rock Shimmer Wash, Mica Shimmer Wash, Stonewashed shimmer wash, Ash Shimmer Wash, Hot Stone and Navajo.

I’ve been watching this palette online for a long time and I’m really glad its coming here. Reviews on this one are quite mixed. Some say that its one of the best palettes they have ever come across. Others say it doesn’t work for them.

The consensus however, is that this is a cool toned palette that will suit people will cooler skin tones. If you naturally look good in silvers or blues or cool taupes, then this palette might suit you. If however, you prefer something warmer and if you look better in golds or bronze then this palette might not be for you. The best way to know is to check it out for yourself.

This eyeshadow palette will retail for RM190 and will premiere exclusively in Malaysia at Isetan KLCC from 20 July 2007. There are only 60 palettes up for grabs as this is a limited edition item. The other counters might start getting it after the 20th.

Other items in this collection are a pot rouge, lipsticks, shimmer lip gloss, mascara and gel eyeliner. I may pop by to check this eye palette out but the rest of the collection looks a tad too brown and dark for me. I usually prefer something brighter. That said, if you are tanned, I think this collection will look stunning on you! Just take a look at the model above.

Kanebo items on sale

July 8, 2007 Paris B 1 Comment

This is a heads up for anyone who wants to buy selected Kanebo brand skincare and T’estimo makeup.

The Kanebo salon at Bangsar (Jalan Telawi – a few doors away from Guardian Pharmacy) is going to have a special discount promotion on their products on 13-14 July 2007. They will remain open till 10.00pm on those two days.

The discounts go up to 50% on selected items. If you like T’estimo makeup – lipsticks, gloss, eyeshadow, blushes, this is a good time to pick up some bargains. Its the past seasons colours that are going on sale, but one of those palettes (Fresh Clear Eyes) is of excellent quality, and I love their lipsticks which will also be going for pretty much a song.

The regular skincare lines are going for 10% off if I recall correctly and one or two discontinued lines might be going for more discounts. So, if you use Kanebo skincare, this is a good time to stock up.

So don’t forget these 2 dates – 13 and 14 July 2007.

Benefit Cosmetics costs too much outside of the USA

July 4, 2007 Paris B 4 Comments

I was reading this article over on Viva Woman about the shocking prices of Benefit Cosmetics that launched recently in Singapore. I found myself nodding sadly in agreement at the shocking prices at our counters.
Unfortunately, I must add that Benefit sold here in Kuala Lumpur (Parkson Grand KLCC, Metrojaya Midvalley Megamall) too carries an inflated price tag. The face blush/powders e.g. Dandelion and Georgia costs RM129 (US$37.92) at our counters but only US$26 in the USA and online. The silky finish lipsticks my friend raves over costs RM68 (US$19.55) here and US$16 online.

Is it any wonder we have to turn to online shopping? Benefit now offers free international shipping with purchases US$85 and above. So, grab a few friends and combine your orders to save on shipping and on the price per item. With the big differences in prices online and in store, the wait will be worth it, eh? 🙂

Kanebo Lunasol comes to Kuala Lumpur!

July 4, 2007 Paris B 7 Comments

I have been waiting for this brand to come to Malaysia for ages! Lunasol is a brand in the Kanebo stable, and used to be available only in Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Finally, Lunasol by Kanebo is available in Kuala Lumpur. For now, its exclusively found at the Kanebo counter in Isetan at Lot 10.

They just launched today, 4 July 2007 and they have a great opening offer – An eyeshadow palette with 4 colours and a lipstick for RM180. The eyeshadow palette usually retails for RM160 and the lipstick is usually RM80 so believe me when I tell you the opening special is a steal!

There are only 15 sets available while stocks last. As of this morning, 3 have been sold, so that means there are another 12 more waiting for you.

I bought the Spring 2007 Skin Modelling eyeshadow quad in EX3 (Beige Pink) and a Intellectual lips lipstick in 10 (Pure Pink).

I’ll review them with live pictures once I get to play with them. I like the look of this brand. Their prices are the usual high end prices. They are slightly higher than T’estimo but they have a more “grown-up” look to them compared to T’estimo which seems younger. Stay tuned for reviews!

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