Kiss Me Heroine Mascara

Hi,

  I am back at work and at the same time chalking up on my makeup reviews because there are so many products I cannot even find time for. Where did all the time go?

I have probably owned more than 50 mascaras (based on a modest estimate) and I can proudly declare it has stayed in my makeup pouches as it did in my makeup routine for the longest time.

The continuation of my support for awesome mascaras come in the form of reviews.

Anyway, choosing between volumizing and lengthening mascaras is a tough call so today I did both for your benefit:


1) Kiss Me Heroine Make Volume and Curl Mascara

Without mascara:

After 1 coat:

After 2 coats:

One last coat:

Price: Less than SGD $20, which is reasonable. (I have gotten this in Japan which is cheaper than in Singapore.)

Product: The texture is more watery as compared to most mascaras I have used. The mascara smells a little funky, but it does not bother much. It coats the lashes quite effortlessly, but application can be messy. The packaging is handy and fits well in my pouch.

Effect: It delivers volume and curl as promised. I have used better mascaras with more volume but this one makes up for it's ability to hold curls. I like the fact that it reapplication is easy as it does not clump much. Removal is fuss-free with my regular Biore makeup wipes.

2) Kiss Me Heroine Make Long and Curl Mascara

Noticed the fibres?

Without mascara:

After 1 coat:

After 2 coats:

All set and done!

Price: Almost similar to the above.

Product: Texture is also watery, but with fibres. I felt that some fragrance is added to the concoction but the funky smell still persist.

Effect: The fibres are great for a lengthening effect but it almost does nothing in terms of voluminizing. My lashes looks spindly after application. The mascara coats well and reapplication is also easy. However, the application is rather messy as it smudges on the eyelids. (Probably it takes too long to dry.) It does it's job in lengthening, but the curling power is negligible.

Overall: ⋆⋆⋆ to ⋆⋆⋆⋆
Both mascaras are affordable and delivers some of the desired effects, I have no issues with removal which some users encountered difficulty with. The effects are subtle and I would prefer mascaras with very noticeable effects. They tend to smudge on the lids and I could not imagine applying them without q-tips to clean up. Apart from that, the mascaras are one of the few which are clump-free even after multiple coats.

Angels Soufflene Primer

Review: Angels Soufflene Primer

Of the late, I have been on a lookout for primers to reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. I am guilty of extracting my blackheads and pimples, which left unsightly enlarged pores on my skin. Speaking of which I am considering skin treatment/laser but that for another day.

I am delighted to find a primer that works really well when I was shopping at drugstores in Japan. It works on my hand and I am excited to try it on my face. Last I remember, it is priced at about SGD $20.

Before:

After:

With makeup:

Price: Regardless of the size, the price is very reasonable for a product which cover flaws well.

Texture: The formula is non-greasy and light, which glides easily on skin. I only apply them to my cheeks which is the area I have enlarged pores. It does not have the glowing skin effect some primers have but I am not concern about it. It produces a velvety effect and the mattify effect is commendable!

Coverage: The coverage is great as well. It erases some of the pores but not entirely. I have come to terms with the fact that there is only this much makeup can do, good skin is still important as the foundation. Upon application of my Etude House Precious Mineral Any Cushion, my skin appears much smoother and softer.

Overall: ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆
I am very pleased with this product, it is excellent in my books.