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!

Mid-Week Makeup: K-Pop Inspired

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For this week's mid-week makeup, I did k-pop inspired makeup. K-pop makeup usually focus more on the eyes. Droopy eyeliner, thick straight brows and neutral shimmery eyeshadows. Here is my take on k-pop makeup!

Full Face K-Pop Makeup

 

 

Face/ lip:
The Face Shop Face It Aura CC Cream in 02 Natural Beige
Chanel Loose Powder in 30 Naturel-Translucent 2
M.A.C Sheertone Blush in Pink Swoon
Peripera Peri's tint in No.2

Close up of eye makeup

 

Eyes:
Lioele Real Colour eyeshadow in No.2 (base)
M.A.C Mineralize Eyeyshadoe in Lovestone
Etude House Lucidarling in #8 Miss Berry Berry (darkest colour to define outer V)
Maybelline Lasting Drama Pen Gel Liner
Clio Gelpresso Waterproof Pencil Gel Line in Beige Shine No.1 (Waterline)
Etude House Lash Perm 3 step Volumecara


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My Favourite Setting Powders (Drugstore, Mid-End & High-End)

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With Singapore's weather (all year round summer) and my oily combination skin, skipping setting powder in my makeup routine is a no no for me as I love wearing creams and liquid bases. Here all my all time favourite setting powders. I have no particular preferences over which to apply when as I love them all and rotate them frequently.

Lets start with the high end one shall we?

Chanel Natural Finish Loose Powder in 30 Naturel - Translucent 2
Retails about $70ish (30g)  here in Singapore, this is the most expensive setting powder I owned. It is also the largest amongst those I owned.  Packaged in a sturdy plastic jar with the classic black and white double c's logo, it is not the most convenient to travel with though it has a sifter and a puff. With only 3 shades available, I feel that for someone with a darker skin tone than me (i'm NC37-40) can get away with this powder as it is translucent. It does not provide any coverage but the finish is the most natural out of the 3 that I love. It is so finely milled, does not make you look cakey at all. I always apply this with my kabuki brush. Throughout the day, I find that it does not oxidise or budge and I don't need touch-ups.

M.A.C Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium Plus
Retails at about $46 (10g), I have repurchased this powder at least 3 times. Packaged in a sturdy black plastic compact with a clear plastic top, this is definitely easier for travelling or on the go. With a wide range of shades available, you can definitely find the right one for you easily. The coverage of this powder is slightly more than Chanel's, so if you have good skin, buffing this with a kabuki will give you a decent coverage for evening out your skin tone. I do find that this oxidise a little so you probably want to purchase a shade lighter. You can also purchase a darker shade for bronzing as it gives a nice satin-y finish and had a good staying power of about 6-8 hours.

Lastly, the drugstore one. If you are in the US, this would be the cheapest but for me, there are other cheaper ones here in Singapore. I bought mine from drugstore.com so it is still affordable 2s compared to buying it at Watsons here.

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder in Beige (Medium 2-2.5)
Retails at $22.90 (9g) at Watsons, I have also repurchased this at least twice. Packaged in a beige plastic compact with a clear top, it is the most travel friendly as it comes with a mirror and puff. Great for touch-ups on the go. This is a staple in my makeup bag. It has just the same coverage as M.A.C's but has a more matte finish. This can however look cakey if you over apply. If you just got into makeup, you can consider this as it also has a lot of shades. However, this does not last as long as the other two, but since its easy to carry on the go, I wont complain!

So there it is, my favourite setting powders. What's yours? Share it in the comment section below!

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