Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Glowy depths

Hey everyone!! I have been playing around with my Lioele BB cream and trying to create different finishes with the cream. So far, I found that it gives me a very glowy complexion compared to some of my other foundations or powders. It's a bit heavier than a tinted moisturizer and is on the same level of coverage as a liquid foundation. I purchased it on Ebay. I took a risk and bought it there because a lot of the shops I looked at didn't have it in stock and I wanted it so badly! LOL =p

I created a very simple look using the Lioele BB cream and some MAC eye shadows. One of my fave palettes from MAC is Delights palette that came out awhile ago.


I love how it has that nice sheen to it. The pink shadow on the top right hand corner doubles as a highlighter. I mostly use the the pink and the purple below it. It's not as dark as it looks, since you can blend it out into different levels of wear.



Here is the final look I did combining the eye shadows and the BB cream. I used the pink and purple in the first and second row. I was trying to use the shadows to create a deeper depth in my eyes but I can see now that it's going to take a little more practice =p I'm not currently using an eyeshadow base but I'm thinking how much more enhanced the products will look if I do! An eye shadow primer is next in line :)

 I like any kind of creams that illuminate the skin without the greasy look. Sometimes highlighters can be a bit much to purchase on its own, since you won't use it as much as a normal powder or foundation. I have combination skin so it's really important that the glowy component in makeup is not overbearing otherwise you look like you just had a session with a hardcore personal trainer o_o That's not ideal.

I was very impressed with this Lioele's Beyond the Solution BB cream. It goes on a little light, but it eventually blends into skin after an hour or so. I snapped these pictures after 8 hrs of work! LOL Didn't do much touch ups during the day but I brushed my hair and applied a little powder.

Here it is again. I know I need to stop raving about this =p But I felt I didn't have proper swatches before.


Very creamy texture, smells a little medicinal but it's not lingering. Will match skin tones in NC15-30, my guess. I know it's a big leap from 15-30, but it does blend well :)


Goodnight! =)

NOTE: I bought the BB Cream here. Korean based seller that I've had no problems with. Free shipping that took 10 days to arrive.

28 comments:

Edwina said...

This is very tempting.. and I'll feel extremely guilty if I purchase this, especially b/c I just bought my skin79 bb cream -_- but your skin looks so glowy! :D

Swtest2Lips said...

So pretty! I love your look of the day! The bb cream looks fab on you-thats awesome that it lasted so long!

- susy - said...

Yaaay a BB cream related post! I still haven't done mine, i'm slacking *sigh* -_- yeah.
Lioele eh? That brand has been getting popular! I'm a little surprised you ordered it from ebay rather than Prettyandcute.com Was your shipping from the ebay seller international? That is what has stopped me from purchasing many BB creams online.
I was using my Dewdrop Dr. Jart's BB cream but had to stop. I have gotten too tan for it. However, the lady who sold it to me said I have VERY dry skin and wrinkles (ew. whatever) and I needed this one. I think my skin isn't THAT dry and that I have combination skin. At the end of the day, i've noticed I look slightly greasy so i'm looking into a different BB cream.
Thanks for this review!! Also, the photos after an 8 hr work day really help. They are a true testament to the staying power of the BB cream :)

p.s. Looking cute!! <333

Denysia Yu said...

Wow, you look very pretty! :D

Angie | Pandaphilia.com said...

oooh that palette is so pretty (esp the case!) your fotd looks great :D ! healthy glow ~

Tammy said...

You look so pretty hehe I love your tossled bedhead look, so cute <3

serenadeveryday said...

I'm kind of scared to buy from ebay as well but so far I haven't any problems. Hopefully it stays that way.

BB CREAMS!! I'm looking for a perfect one. I got a few samples from this one store and I'm still trying to figure out which on is for me.
I think Lioele looks fab on you. =D

Your eyes look pretty as well. MAC is amazing.


<3s Serena.

-AnGiEpInK- said...

simple and nice.. I like it..=)..

Unknown said...

Oo...You're so hyped about it that I want it too!

Unknown said...

your skin looks so glowy and healthy! and this is after 8 hrs O_O wow! i've been tempted a lot of times to purchase some lioele goodies because of the reviews done by frmheadtotoe as well. they sure are gaining a lot of good reputation!

AnNeTtEe said...

this is a pretty simple look!! you're gorgeous!!! I am so curious about BB creams... I have a lot of blemishes right now though... is it only for blemish free skin?? haha.. i'm so clueless...

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beneath the glass said...

very pretty look! what ethnicity are you?

s said...

OH you totally do look glowy!!! I love the look! The pink highlight is so pretty on you too ^_^

Susie said...

I like the look! :) The BB Cream matches your skin tone pretty well!

Gizelle Faye | Vanilla Ice Cream said...

wow...this is indeed a good shade.
i prefer mousse foundations though as they don't apply wet on the face..but this could be a good option.

♥ vanilla ice cream ♥

Stephanie C said...

You look gorgeous! I love that BB cream on you =)

Lilladylife said...

ur skin is glowing!!!! amazing, so jealous!

Susie said...

LOL Min works at Forever21, not me -____- It'd be nice if I did :P Hahaha.

Unknown said...

the look is very cute! I've been using L'egere water drop shiny pearl BB Cream. It has a really dewy finish too. Give it a try next time you're up for a new BB Cream =)

-mztoots- said...

you are so pretty =)) followed you! you look like those asian stars when you smile!

ChyiX2 said...

What a lovely look and such pretty colors the palette has. Only one thing, I wish you would do close-ups next time so we can get a better look at your eye make-up. :)

Anonymous said...

you look pretty! the bb cream sounds great! That palette looks really versatile too 〜

MadsaboutU said...

Very pretty mix of colors, you look oh so lovely!:)

Anonymous said...

Haha yes, I try not to buy much either these days. Thanks for your comment! ^^

Lesley said...

Gorgeous! Love this look!

The Hungry Wolf DC said...

you're so beautiful you should pull your hair back to show your face!!! thanks for sharing, BB creams are getting soooo big now.. and your glowing skin should show everyone why :)

<3jimin

Jo said...

I love your tousled hair. It looks relly messy in a stylish way. I only have horrible bedhead. LoLz.

I can see why you rave so much about this BB cream. It's really evident from the photos. I'm so tempted to get this now. I'm just worried about the humid weather here. I've been trying BB cream samples and most of them turn oily on me after that. It could look so good after 8 hours?! Maybe I should really go get a sample of this to try.

Lillian said...

Very pretty look, you look gorgeous! <3