ANNA SUI PRIZE PACK I WON

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to post some pics of the Anna Sui items I won from Dave Lackie on Twitter. I have had no real time to use any of this stuff as of yet with the exception of the lipstick, so this is more a look and first impression, not an in depth review.

The items I won are Liquid Eyeliner 001 in black, a lipstick 400 in a gorgeous true red , and 400 Rose Cheek Color, as well a La Vie De Boheme shower gel.

The shower gel starts with a Turkish Rose scent which I normally am not a huge fan of, but this melding with berries, peony and other florals, and warm vanilla and woods make this a very interesting scent that is more mature and sultry.  (Tube in the picture above) Approx. $40

The eyeliner at first I was having a total epic fail trying to get this working and felt like a total ass that I was not even clicking the right part of the tube DUH! Once I actually realized how to use it this is a very nice fluid liner that will be perfect for winging it;)

With time and practice I can see this becoming a favourite for how fine of a line you can make and for exceptional tight lining.

Approx. $40

The Rose Cheek Color is very pretty colours and esthetically pleasing to look at with its embossed rose pattern

Again I can't say how it wears or how long it wears because I have not used it yet, just been glancing at it in passing *sigh*

This blush runs Approx. $55

Lastly the one item I have used a couple of times and adore it which is 400 lipstick in this stunning, sexy red made to be paired with that perfect LBD.

So creamy, heavily pigmented and absolutely jaw dropping gorgeous, sure to turn some heads

I love this lipstick, but if your not in the market to spend $30-35 on a lipstick as I certainly am not, then a very close dupe for this red that is an affordable alternative at $10 would be Sonia Kashuk's satin luxe lip colour 93 Classic Red. I have compared the two and they are really close in colour.

I hope this gave you some in sight into the price points and products available from Anna Sui

Thanks for reading and lots more coming to Makeup'Asylum

XOXO:)

PHILOSOPHY THE BAKE SHOPPE GIFT SET

Back again for a second helping of gift sets from Philosophy

 

Today lets take a look at the gift set called "THE BAKE SHOPPE" which is a much more gourmand offering from its cousin "Snow Angel" which I covered in the last post.

In this box you get again a shower gel and lotion, but the bonus here is they are two different yummy scents which are Christmas Cookie shower gel and Sweet Creamy Frosting body lotion.

 

How do we possibly wear scents like this without getting eaten by spatula wielding, oven mitt wearing zombies :P :P :D :D

 

I love that on the bottles are actual recipes to make cookies and frosting, how delicious is that. I will be testing out their Philosophy over the holidays lol.

 

Again the packaging is super cute and a throw back to yesteryear.  

 

 

The sweet cream frosting lotion smells good, but seems it might take on a funny undertone. The Christmas cookie shower gel smells amazing and good enough to eat (but don't do that).

 

Again each bottle is 240ml and I got it for $14.99

 

I have been waiting to haul these items so now I can finally use them and get the bake shoppe happening in the bath:)

 

TILL NEXT TIME

HAVE A HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS

 

XOXO

 

PHILOSOPHY SNOW FLAKE WONDERLAND GIFT SET IN "SNOW ANGEL"

Good day everyone,


I have known about Philosophy products for years and at one time I did buy them more often, but as priorities change you realize spending $30 on bath products isn't always the most practical thing.
The other day I did some shopping and went into Winners because you are sure to leave with some great find or other.


I was very pleased to find not one but two gift sets from Philosophy, the second one I will be posting separately.

Lets take a look at the Snowflake Wonderland gift set offering the scent Snow Angel

First off I absolutely love the packaging for Philosophy gift sets they are so whimsical and festive.

Now what about the scent it self "Snow Angel" It seems to me to have a base of pear scent and it is sweet but delicate like the new fallen snow. It makes me think of taking a crisp winter walk and taking a deep breath of cold air.

I like that the lotion has shea butter as well as olive and macadamia oil in it, which all will leave your skin deeply hydrated.
The shower gel leaves a delicate shimmer on the skin. I would say the scent does not last incredibly long though.

The only thing I find a little discomforting is when a package warns not to use something excessively or with prolonged exposure as it may cause irritation to skin and urinary tract???? SAY WHAT! Well then I don't think I will be using this on my lady parts if that's the case YIKES.

 

I love the beautiful pearlescent swirl of this shower gel it is a minty version of Philosophy's other holiday favourite "Have a Cherry Christmas" which obviously leans more red/pink and looks like this. I would love to try this sometime as well because I am crazy for anything that is cherry scented.

 

So as mentioned I found the "Snow Angel" gift set at Winners and it was only $14.99 which is pretty much half price. The same set is currently on Sephora and selling for $26.00 and is LIMITED EDITION so bare that in mind if your going to be buying as a gift.

 

Each bottle is 240ml/ 8 oz.

 

All in all I do like "Snow Angel", but I am not entirely crazy in love with the scent. I will actually be giving this away as a gift. I think the second set is more up my alley, so stay tuned to see that one in an upcoming blog.

 

 

 

LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS IF YOU HAVE TRIED SNOW ANGEL FROM PHILOSOPHY?????

 

XOXO