HERA CC Cream Review :)

 

Lately I've been wanting to try CC creams so today I wanted to review the Hera CC Cream, which comes in two shades:

• 01 Pink Beige for pink understones
• 02 Natural Beige for yellow understones

Instead of the BB creams we all know (or should know since it's been out on the American market too LOL), the CC creams has more skin care ingredients; however, it has less coverage than a BB cream (bummer). 

 Hera's CC Cream is also known as the 'Photoshop Cream' as it's suppose to give you a "natural airbrushed finish". 

For packaging, it comes in a plastic tube with a pump at the end and a cap (as you can see in the picture). I really love the simplicity of the packaging. As usual there is a pump so no need to fear of bacteria or anything (bonus points for that!). There is a fragrance you pump it though, it isn't strong nor unpleasant (as least to me) but I did notice it when I first tried it. The smell will go away though no worries. :)

**Review Time**

I ordered this in shade 02 natural beige.
Again for a reference I'm NC20-NC25 range.

For my first cc cream, I'm really impressed with Hera. For my somewhat oily/combo skin, it does hold pretty well although I do have to use a finishing powder to set it or my oils really will seep through. 

It does have a moisturizing effect and doesn't give off an "oily" appearance when you apply it unlike most BB creams (I still have to use a setting powder though).

I've tried this CC cream for about 3-4wks and so I still switching my primer around to see which will make it last longer without getting me oily. So with primer and powder, I think on average it took about 6 hours for my skin to start getting oily so it did last me till I was done with classes (YAY!).

without cc cream

 

blending in the cc cream

with cc cream

But as you can see you can still see a tiny bit of color from my veins. CC creams doesn't have a high coverage as the BB creams. So on my face it doesn't cover all of any redness I have (like around the nose), so I can either use concealer or dab a tiny bit more over the area. But as for acne scars or pimples, I would suggest you use concealer. It doesn't cover my undereye circles that well either (trust me mines are horrible LOL).

NOTE: I do have to warn you that I reccomend using a primer under the eyes before putting a primer under the eyes or it may cause a tiny bit of creasing.

Overall, I would buy this again. 

I'm also waiting till I try other CC creams.

Disclaimer: These products were bought by myself to review. [: <3

EM Cosmetics review

Okay..seriously YAY! I've been wanting to try some of the em cosmetics products ever since Michelle Phan had launched her official EM cosmetics line.

So the products I purchased were:

• chiaroscuro (contour and highlighter stick) in light 
• shade play (concealer color mixing palette) in light 
• shade play (lip color mixing palette) in Mix it Up Reds
• shade play (artistic eye color palette) in London Greys 
• waterliner (intense color eyeliner) in Black Night & In the Nude
  

shade play (lip color mixing palette) in Mix it Up Reds:

Now it says it has 2 classic (top two), 2glossy (middle two), and 2 matte (bottom two) colors.

I have to say I am disappointed with the 'Mix it Up Reds' lip palette, b/c my lips are already pigmented and so no matter how I mix the shades it seems to apply as a sheer tint on me.

So it's a no go for me; however, I want to try the mix it up pinks & plums. >_<" But price wise it's still a no go for me.

chiaroscuro (contour and highlighter stick) in light:
I have to admit I absolutely LOVE the chiaroscuro stick!!! I think I have to carry it with me everywhere now (^~^)"  Just be careful when using the highlight part though.

Here is a swatch on my arm. For reference my arm is darker than my face okay. But I'm a NC20-NC25 range in the winter & NC25-NC30 in the summer.

shade play (concealer color mixing palette) in light:

As for the concealer palette, I do like that you can mix and match the colors. I think the I needed more of the salmon color for my under eyes though. I did have a little creasing but as I'm switching to a new primer I get less of it.

TIP: Get half of a tissue paper to blot the oils on the face and foundation before using a powder. It'll last longer and crease less.

shade play (artistic eye color palette)
in London Greys:

LOVE the colors. I love blues but don't wear them often. My favorite color would be the copper, grey and dark navy together.

waterliner (intense color eyeliner)
in Black Night & In the Nude

I won't swatch these since it's true as the name implies.
I really do love the waterliners, BUT the down side it that you are ONLY getting 0.28g worth of product for the price of $18 (new price cut, it was $21.65 when I got these). It's not worth the price.

However, it is great for those with sensitive eyes and contact lens users. It does have a sponge applicator and sharpener at the bottom for convenience. You would have to smudge quickly though with the sponge applicator or it won't move or budge anymore.

With the color "In the Nude". I did not have any transfers and I use this best for my lower waterline.

With the color "Black Night". It didn't budge on my upper lash line, but when I blink I did get minor barely noticeable transfer onto my bottom eyeline. But this was fixed by putting eyeshadow on my lower eyeline or waiting a few seconds to it to "dry" and not transfer. 

It is a bit hard to take off, but I use my marykay oil-free eye makeup remover and it takes it off in one or two swipes with a cotton pad. :)

You can purchase them @ http://www.emcosmetics.com/

Also she now has international shipping for anyone overseas!  :D 

As well as reduced prices (not by much but...) YAY!

Disclaimer: These products were bought by myself. [: <3

Credits: All pictures were taken by me except those taken from emcosmetics website.

TARTE: Pure Maracuja Oil & Maracuja C-Brighter Eye Treatment REVIEW

So toay I went to sephora and picked up the TARTE: Pure Maracuja Oil & Maracuja C-Brighter Eye Treatment. This was $10.

 

According to the sephora website:

Pure maracuja oil is rich in vitamin C, it makes the skin appears instantly brighter and more radiant. Usually this retails at $46 at sephora.

It says to use the maracuja oil:

You should apply 2-3 drops of pure maracuja oil in your hands, rub them together, and apply to clean, dry skin on face and neck in the evening. It also says that it's strong enough to replace your nighttime moisturizer.

Maracuja C-Brighter Eye Treatment has maracuja fruit- and vitamin C-infused. It is a multitasking eye-treatment that visibly hydrates, firms, and brightens the delicate eye-area. It is suppose to refresh, renew, and recharge the appearance of tired eyes. This eye treatment contains rice bran, mango, and coconut, which are naturally rich in antioxidants and help fight signs of aging and free radical damage. Meanwhile, oat sugars instantly smooth and visibly tighten skin. The opthalmologist-tested nutrient-rich formula also delivers the ultimate in hydration for smooth, youthful-looking eyes.