Thursday, April 28, 2011

April Favorites

I thought that taking two months between my Favorites posts is going to guarantee a lot of products worth talking about, but no... I've been very lazy with my make-up these past two months and most days, I honestly only use a bit of blush and lipgloss. Am I mentally preparing myself for the warmer months?

However, these beauties definitely stood out among my neglected make-up products:


1. Urban Decay Naked Palette: Yes, I caved, and I don't regret it. It is amazing and it's going with me to Poland next month... along with my Z Palette. I'll be soon posting a look with tips for almond-shaped eyes featuring the Naked Palette, so watch out for that.
2. Shiseido Eyelash Curler: You can read the whole review here; before I got it, I could rarely be bothered with using a curler, and now that I have it, I can't imagine not using it every time I apply my mascara - it makes a world of difference to my lashes.
3. NYC Blushable Creme Stick in Big Apple Blush: I've raved about this formulation before, and I love this shade for layering purposes. The dusky rose tones go perfectly with most of my pink blushes, but it also looks beautiful on its own.
4. Revlon Colorburst lipgloss in Strawberry: I wasn't so sure about this at first as it seems to be packed full of glitter; however, it feels smooth and comfortable on the lips and wears off evenly. And of course, the shade is just perfect for the season.

Make-up aside, I've also been enjoying some other small pleasures:


Weekend walks in the sun... or, more often, rain and wind (here you can see all products mentioned above in action, plus a tinted moisturizer that's making me orange).


Old library books with their card sleeves and inscriptions... (benefit of writing an MA dissertation).


Cupcakes!!! If you ever visit the Seattle area, you have to check out Cupcake Royale. Like you HAVE TO.

What's been your favorite this month?

17 comments:

  1. My favorite photo of course is the last one. I think I'm in need of a cupcake now!

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  2. Hahah, yes, my crazed expression says it all :) Mmm, cupcakes...

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  3. Oh wow, those cupcakes look delicious! I like the look of the Colourburst lipgloss. I think Revlon lip products are pretty good.

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  4. Konni, they ARE amazaballs! I like Revlon lip products too, I think their glosses are one of the best on the market. x

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  5. loving the naked palette...and the cakes yum!!

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  6. Shiseido Eyelash Curler.. That's gotta be my next purchase.. I don't bother with eyelash curlers at all either.. But I figured I need to keep one in my collection.. And who knows, this may surprise me just like it did you ;)

    Lovely post =)

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  7. @jollybeachang: It's great for the more neutral looks, isn't it?

    @Delyteful Speaks: I really think they're great quality and worth purchasing :)

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  8. your beautiful skin tone totally rocked those yellow nail polish! you looked totally ready for spring :)

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  9. I just caved and bought the Naked Palette too, and I am so looking forward to using it! The NYC Blushable Creme sticks are great - I have two and have been using them a lot lately as well. Do you have a swatch of the Revlon gloss? I've thought about getting it, but the brightness makes me cautious - does it go on that bright?

    -Candice :)

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  10. @Ah Yng: Thank you, lovely! Well spotted :) x

    @Candice: I have Pink Plaza as well, it's gorgeous for spring and summer! You can see the lipgloss on my lips in the second photo - it goes on quite opaque, but I think you could also sheer it out. I think the color would suit different skintones. Hope that helps! x

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  11. OMG! What a wonderful nail colour!!! Great blog1 follow you)follow me?

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  12. Practical favorites!:D

    I've been loving Revlon Colorburst lipglosses too.:D

    Have a wonderful weekend!:D

    ***** Marie *****
    allthingsmarie.com

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  13. What a lovely blog you have! I found it through Delyteful Speaks.

    You take amazing pictures btw!

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  14. @Marie: Next on my to-buy list is Papaya, it looks gorgeous in the tube!

    @Catharina: Thank you so much, lovely, and welcome! x

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  15. OMG those cupcakes look delicious!! Craving one now:) Love your nail polish, is it Chanel mimosa?

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  16. @Beauty Parler: The whiskey maple bacon one was amazing! The polish is China Glaze 'Lemon Fizz', I've swatched in a separate post too if you're interested :) x

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  17. I think Papaya might be a good dupe for NARS Orgasm...:D

    ***** Marie *****
    allthingsmarie.com

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