Kryolan Event Recap @ Emporium + Jazz Lip Stain Swatch

Kryolan have always been a brand I take a peek at when I'm attending IMATS and other trade shows (like Salon Melbourne when the brand teamed up with Rachel Montgomery!) but the crowds have always stopped me from really learning more about the high quality and world renowned makeup brand. Lucky for us Melbournians a new store has opened up at the flash Emporium in the CBD, so we can now access the famous Kryolan anytime it suits us! (I've heard whispers that Sydney-siders will be gaining a store soon, too!)

 

Earlier in the week I went along to the official media launch and snapped some pictures to share with you. Make-up artist Becca Gilmartin was on hand to share some Kryolan-centric tips with us and I was really impressed with how warm and funny she was! I've got my eye on the customisable palettes now (like a fancier Inglot perhaps?!) and possibly a blush because we all know I'm a #blushfiend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I had a really lovely time at the Kryolan event, it was nice to catch up with blogging friends and spend time learning about the 70 year old brand. I'm quite an introvert and don't attend as many events as I used to, so I was glad to come out for a brand like Kryolan. Nowadays I'm selective with brands overall and stay true to my interests and it makes for a much more enjoyable blogging experience for me. I'm looking forward to testing out the samples provided on the night too, I wore the above Jazz Lip Stain* for a grocery shopping trip and thought I'd snap a quick picture to share before I really test it out and decide how I feel about it.

 

Have you tried any Kryolan products?

What is your favourite brand to check out at beauty trade shows?

- Emma x

 

*I attended this event as a media guest, thanks to the PR for having me along. Honesty, always.

Dior Amber Diamond // Swatch, Photo, Review

The famous Dior Amber Diamond highlighter is spoken of quite often in the beauty world, but it was only when I heard that it was being discontinuted that I decided to bring it into my collection. A golden peachy sort of champagne highlighter, I find this to be a well used weapon in my makeup arsenal.

 Packaging, whether it should or not, makes a difference when it comes to my love for a cosmetic product. If a highlighter comes in flimsy packaging and isn't appealing to the eye, I admit that I would find it harder to love. Luckily, Amber Diamond is packaged beautifully in a sturdy navy blue compact, marked with Dior logos, and comes tucked nicely in a velvet sleeve.

 Though I am at the very fair end of the complexion scale, the tan section in this highlighter isn't too dark for me, though I do tend to wear this when I have a bit of bronzer on as I find it goes well with it. Like the Bobbi Brown shimmer strips you can lean towards certain colours as they are separated within the compact. From what I understand, however, the Dior offering is less frosty on the skin than BB's.

 My favourite way to apply this is with a Real Techniques Contour Brush (which comes in the core collection) and I use it along my cheekbones, down the centre of my nose and sometimes on my cupids bow if I'm really taking my time doing my makeup. It leaves a soft and diffused sort of finish on the skin, and when I know I'll be photographed I use it because I know it makes me look glowy and healthy.

 

 As I mentioned earlier, from what I understand the Dior Amber Diamond highlighter has been discontinued in some countries, so if it is something you're interested in I would hop down to your local counter, or try any online Dior sources you know of.

 

I am really happy to have this in my collection, I've seen this in the HG status of many prolific bloggers and though I have a plethora of highlighters, this is one of my favourites.

 

Have you tried Amber Diamond?

How important is packaging to you?

 

*I purchased this item with my own money. Honesty, always.



Jaunty- MAC Hey Sailor! collection

As soon as I saw the press release for MAC Hey Sailor! collection, the pretty packaging suckered me right in. I loved the promo image and I think the stripes are fun but also something pretty to sit in my makeup collection.

I was a good beauty blogger and only chose one thing from the collection, and didn't hesitate when making my choice.

Jaunty is a warm light-medium beige shade with a gorgeous frosty sheen to it, which makes it appear as a warm champagne to my eye.

As soon as I swatched Jaunty I knew that it would fill a void in my collection for another perfect 'all over the lid' eyes, and would sit with Urban Decay Sin as that kind of colour very well.

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I love the navy blue casing of the shadows in this collection, and have decided that I won't be depotting this one, despite it being harder to tote around that way.

The sheen on this is so lovely, and I found the colour payoff to be good, but not as buttery as Urban Decay shadows.

I love wearing this as a wash all over the lid, and either leaving it like that or popping a bit of Urban Decay Darkhorse into the crease. It works well with most other neutral shades, and I think a pop of bright along the lower lashline would work perfectly with Jaunty as well. I was so pleased to get this shadow 10% off at Myer with their recent sale!

Have you tried anything from the Hey Sailor! collection?

What are your favourite 'all over the lid' eyeshadows?

 

jane iredale, an introduction

This Mothers Day, jane iredale has created a beautiful cosmetic set which is a gift with certain purchases. When I received this in the mail, I assumed that this was not the GWP but was a large kit the company provided, and so when I realised that this was indeed a GWP I was very impressed!

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Two full size products and two generous samples make up this set, which basically provides you with a whole look!

24 Karat Gold Dust in Champagne appears coral in the tub, but once swatched transforms into a coral-toned champagne beauty! I've been using this along my cheekbones as a highlight, and am planning on trying it out as a brow highlight soon,too. You can lightly dust this over your whole face as well, it is nice to have so many options within the one product.

The large tub has a screw on  lid with a clear top and gold rim, and the usual powder sifter within.

Swatch of 24 Karat Gold Dust in Champagne

Isn't it just beautiful? I was very impressed with this, when I first saw it I was unsure how I was supposed to use it as I thought it was quite dark, but the swatch made me realise its true beauty.

I will be honest and say that I am yet to try this Longest Lash mascara out as I dislike having too many mascaras open at once lest I waste them, but I've heard good things about this one so I am positive. It comes in a squeezy tube with a nice sized want inside, which is a great concept and stands out from regular mascara tubes. It promises both thickened lashes and length, which is what I like in mascara!

The Tokyo Just Kissed lip plumper is the cutest little sheer rose lipstick that is the perfect size for throwing into your handbag, and you're able to apply it on the go without needing a mirror. The texture is not sticky in the slightest and tingles when it is on the lips. Despite adoring the cute packaging and dinky size, I know that I hardly ever reach for sheer lipsticks any more, so I will probably be gifting this to my Mum to use and enjoy.

Swatch of Tokyo and Champagne.

The Onyx Mystikol is a really amazing product, and one I haven't seen done before in this format. One end houses a powdered black eyeliner, and the other contains a pearlescent highlighter.

The Onyx Mystikol reminds me of something inspired by Cleopatra, and I think that the classic style is something that would really resonate with my Mum. Mum thought that this was a crazy concept, and she loved it!

You can see the bullet that holds the powdered liner here.

To use the Onyx Mystikol you unscrew the pigment pot from the end, which is spring loaded. You then dip the firm sponge tip into the liner and start applying. It is probably not the cleanest product to use, but for personal use it doesn't worry me. The formula was created to be long-lasting and crease proof (as all eye products should be!)

The other end houses this beautiful shimmering white highlighter, which is more pigmented than I imagined it would be.

Swatch of Mystikol liner, highlighter, Tokyo and Champagne

Same swatches, with highlighter blended out a little

This set is valued at $81 AUD but is free when you spend a certain amount at participating salons. For salon and stockist information, call 1300 SKINCARE or head to www.margifox.com.au. Mothers Day is Sunday the 13th, and there may be a salon carrying jane iredale right near you so be sure to check to check it out!

You can see some of these products in action here on my darling Mother's gorgeous face!

These are the very first jane iredale products I have tried, which is crazy as I had always admired the range when I've seen it in salons and reviewed on blogs. I'm looking forward to learning more about the brand and will definitely keep you updated on any purchases I make! I think this set is a wonderful introduction to the brand, and whether you buy something for Mum and keep this yourself or do it the other way around, you should all be happy campers!

(These products were provided for consideration for review, which in no way affects my opinion of them. Honesty, always.)

The Inglot Inventory: a champagne and purple FOTD

Earlier in the week I posted here about my efforts to utilise a set group of products from my collection in order to use some up or just get creative with them. Part of that bunch were my beloved Inglot palettes, which I crack out often but not often enough. Here is one of the looks I came up with using them! I will call this series The Inglot Inventory, I do hope you enjoy them!

Face:

-BareMinerals Mineral foundation in Fairly Light*

-BareMinerals Warmth powder (bronzer substitute)*

-BareMinerals Mineral Veil (light reflecting powder)*

-Face of Australia loose powder in Outback Translucent*

-NYX Peach blush

Eyes:

MAC Painterly paint pot

Inglot AMC Shine 08 (post here)

Inglot purple shade, unknown number (post here)

Mirenesse Tightliner in Black*

Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes

Urban Decay Virgin

BYS Brow Pencil in Brown*

Ardell Clear Brow Gel

Lips:

Sportsgirl Liquid Lip Colour in Wow!

The look was quite subtle with only a few pops of purple, but I was really happy with the look as I thought the champagne and purple shade went really well together.

A blurry one taken in the car but I think it shows the purple off well.

Purple shadow was from this palette...

And this is AMC Shine 08, oh how I wish Inglot would name their shadows properly!

What sorts of looks have you been wearing lately?

What shadows from Inglot do you think I should buy next?

*Products marked were provided for consideration.