On hiatus

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I have not been posting anything on my blog for at least 2 weeks! Thats because I went into labour unexpectedly. My baby decided to came 5 weeks early from the estimated due date!

So, I gave birth to my 2nd child and is now on confinement. Which also means, my hands will be full for the time being while trying to catch up with the unexpected birth of my newborn baby girl.

With that said, Budget Beauty by Ida will be on hiatus for a while.

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$2 Palettes from Daiso (Photos and swatches of Daiso Palettes)

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I am always on the look out for beauty products that does not cost a bomb and I was excited when I saw someone posted a picture on these pretty Daiso eye shadow and cheek palettes on instagram. So I got my sister to help me purchase them. For only $2, I have to say these palettes really impressed me.

 

 

Top: Eye shadow Palettes

Bottom: Cheek Palettes

 

 

Left: With Flash

 

 

Left: With Flash

 

 

The eye shadow palettes were swatched without any base/primer. Its so soft and smooth and you do not need a lot as they are very pigmented. I am so impressed and surprised that these pretty babies cost only $2! I tried taking pictures of the blusher swatches but it was difficult to capture it on camera properly. So if you would like to see these pretty palettes more, do come back to my blog as I will be featuring them in future mid week makeups!

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Ida Erin Chan

NEW ! Etude House Precious Mineral Any Cushion (Review)

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Image from Etude House's Facebook

 

Etude House recently released their new product, Precious Mineral Any Cushion. Retailing at $32 for 15g of product (re-fillable), it is available at all Etude's Stores. With 4 shades to choose from, I picked up mine in the shade W24 Honey Beige (the darkest of the 4).

It claims:
This cushion pact perfects all-day radiant and moist skin with its multi-function of brightening, wrinkle-reducing, sebum control and flawless coverage. SPF50+/PA+++

 

Packaging:
House in a pink case, the puff included is being separated with a plastic lid. Though the case comes with a mirror, I don't think I will bring it around with me in my purse because of the thickness of its case (maybe due to the cushion).

 

Coverage:
I would use this more for normal everyday use rather than for special occasions due to its high SPF and light coverage. It gives slightly more coverage than a cc cream but lesser than a traditional foundation. It covers the redness around my nose but not my acne scarrings.

 

My final thoughts:
Light coverage but good for outdoor use due to high SPF. Feels lightweight on the skin and if you have dry skin, you can definitely get away without setting it with powder. It lasted about 4-5hours on me before I start to shine if I am indoors most of the time. As for its skin care claims, I only notice the brightening effect it gives (after a week usage).

Have you tried it yet? Don't forget to follow Etude House Facebook for updates or new products launch.

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Ida Erin Chan

Weekend Haul

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I went to Bugis with the intention of checking out Etude House new Precious Mineral Any Cushion and of course, ended up with more than what I intended to buy!

 

What I got:
Eye Mask
Anna Sui Powder Foundation
Tony Moly Shimmer Love Cube
Rachel K CC Pressed Powder
Sephora Makeup Palette (Birthday Gift from Sephora)
Missha Skin Tightening Auto Massager
Etude House Precious Mineral Any Cushion

What have you hauled lately?

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Ida Erin Chan

Chanel Les Beiges (Photos and Review)

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Chanel launched their Les Beiges collection about a month ago here in Singapore. I am lucky to receive this as part (yes I said part coz there were still some other birthday presents. Blog post here) of my birthday present from my family. There are already tons of pictures and reviews everywhere. This is just my two cents worth.


 Both images are from google.com

"Inspired by the passion for freedom of Gabrielle Chanel, the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio has designed LES BEIGES, a new spirit of makeup that is simple and intuitive. Free like a breath of fresh air. Spontaneous like the perfect getaway. Enveloping like a caress of light.

LES BEIGES reveal the healthy glow of each woman and provide a sensation of lightness, well-being and freshness."(Taken from Chanel Website )

My shade for both the cream and powder is No.20 ( there is only no.10 and no.20 for the cream. For the powder, there is only no.10, 20, 40 and 50 here in Singapore)

 

My thoughts on the Healthy Glow Sheer Cream:
When I first apply it with my fingers, I do not like how it looks. It appears too fair for me. But after I try it a 2nd time with a real techniques buffing brush, I like it a lot better. I guess a little goes a long way. The coverage is, of course sheer but the glow it gives is really nice. Nice satin-y glow. It's not the type of glow you get when you get oily. However, if you have oily skin, its best to powder.
The shade wise, it's ok in natural daylight but with flash photography, it appears a little too light for me but not to obvious.

 

My Thoughts on the Healthy Glow Sheer Powder
I love the powder better than the cream. Though its sheer, its great for setting any of my foundation and for touch ups. If I were to purchase it myself, I would just buy the powder. I look much better after setting the cream with the powder. Love the "glow' on my cheeks!

My Final conclusion
I prefer the powder better over the cream. Packaging is pretty and luxurious (just like other Chanel packaging) After applying the rest of my makeup, I look all "glowy" and "healthy"! This two products will be my confinement "makeup" when I have family visiting me during that time.

Have you try the Les Beiges yet? I hope you find my post helpful if you are deciding to purchase the Les Beiges collection.

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Ida Erin Chan

Birthday Haul..!!!

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Last month was my birthday month and I am lucky to have family that shower me with a lot of birthday gifts! Here's an overview of what I received from them.

 

That's a lot because they bought a cake for me and treat me to a restaurant of my choice! I am truly thankful for all this. Thank you to my family!

Lets take a closer look!

 

Acer Aspire V5
I'm not going list the specs coz I have no idea what it all means. Lets just say it's a touch screen laptop. A gift from the Hubs as it is very much needed!

 

Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Powder and Cream
This was on my wishlist and its finally in my hands. They are a beauty I tell you. Thank you to my two wonderful sisters and two brother in laws. Review on this will be up next week!

 

This Etude House haul is paid by the Hubs. He was sweet enough to let me take the time to look around while he entertain my little Tod. What I got:
(Top row, left to right)
Hair Band
Nail Remover
Eyelash Curler
Aloha Dual Sharpener
My Lash Serum
Roller Puff
Powder Brush

(Bottom row, left to right)
Precious Mineral BB Cream Cotton Fit
Nymph Aura Volumer Baby Glow Mist
Surprise Makeup Master Concealer Brush
Nymph Aura Volumer Baby Glow Balm
Pink Prism Nail Polish
Sweet Nail Art Sticker

So that's my birthday haul! I hoped you enjoyed this post!

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Ida Erin Chan

Disclaimer: I'm not bragging or showing off. It's part of my beauty blog to share my hauls!