Haul: Art Net Loose Powder Holder from Sasa

I finished the every last bit of my RMK loose powder earlier this month ,and is currently using the Bobbi Brown loose powder that i hauled late last year (yes, it took me that long). It was a big tub of loose powder, at 28.0g vs RMK's 4.0g, i really have no idea how long it will take me to use up the entire tub. 

Bobbi Brown's loose powder seems to be really value for money if one is looking for good old loose powder (i still very much prefer my RMK, even though their price point simply makes people stay away from them- a shame really). While RMK's loose powder is housed in a compact with rubber net to prevent spillage of the precious powder, Bobbi Brown's is housed in a conventional tub, which the klutz in me knocked it over a couple of times on the dresser in the morning frenzy, resulting in unnecessary wastage. The size of the tub also means that it should stay on the dresser table and not to be brought out.

I was in Sasa (a Hongkong based cosmetic retailer that sells skincare and cosmetics from various Asian as well as selected European beauty brands) with my mom and  i came upon this petite and handy loose powder holder. The butterfly resembles that of Anna Sui's which i am rather fond of, it would be better if it comes in black. It comes with a powder puff, which i do not think i am going to make much use of it, maybe except to cover the holes.

Anyway, i bought it without a second thought and the very first moment i reached home, i filled it with my Bobbi Brown's loose powder.  

Art Net Cosmetic Accessory- No labelling of country anywhere.

The Anna Sui-inspired casing.

The lid is rather tight which is good to hold the loose powder in.

My RMK loose powder compact case, which i had to cut the rubber net to reach the product trapped, and that happen to be quite a fair bit of loose powder.

After emptying the RMK loose powder, i filled it with some of Bobbi Brown's loose powder so as not to contaminate the big tub. Apparently, it is not a good idea as without the rubber net, i can't do my makeup without having to close my windows and switching off the fans. 

The petite container adds a nice touch to my dresser.

So far so good, i experience lesser wastage of product due to spillage. However, it seems to me that the container might be rather fragile too, it sounds a little "brittle" when i accidentally dropped the cover on the floor once. Best be careful around it too.

I might get another one if it comes in black, white or even purple. : )

Priced at S$4.90, available from Sasa Stores (Singapore).

Review: RMK Loose Powder in N00

This is actually a long overdue post..... which i really should have it done it sometime in July of 2011.

Although it is really late, i think its time to credit one of the unsung hero in my stash....

I hereby present the RMK Loose Powder in N00.

RMK Loose Powder in N00.

4.0g and Made in Japan.

The soft rubbery net that protects the powder from falling out.

The small slits that allow the puff to pick up the loose powder.

The loose powder applied on the back of my hand.

I don't usually use loose powder as 1. i am terribly scared of looking very powdery,2. picking up too much powder and in the process of applying it, i will scatter it all over my table and 3.i am a total klutz during the morning rush and the probability of the typical loose powder in a jar knocked over by clumsy me is real high, which in turn will make me in a madder rush trying to clear the mess in the morning.... and of course the reasons for being resistant towards loose powder in a jar goes on and on.

What appeals to me in this particular case is the the accident-proof packaging of the RMK loose powder that draws me to it. No worries about powder spillage in the mad mornings and even if i do drop the whole compact onto the floor, no serious harm done which means there is very little product wastage. Good.

It comes with a soft puff enclosed between the lid and the soft rubber net, plus the handy size of the compact makes it easy to travel with. However, the real reason that sold the loose powder to me is the fact that although it contains shimmer... not only my face doesn't turn into a disco-ball in fact this "miracle powder" managed to "blurred" the look of the pores on my face. It makes my makeup look softer, especially layering it over after applying the blusher (it can also soften the look if i do happen to apply my blusher a little too heavy handed). I do not detect any scent when i was applying it.

I chose N00 which is translucent, if i am not wrong there are 2 other shades for fair skin and darker skin ladies.

The texture of the powder is very very fine, it is finely milled so there isn't any feel of too much powder on the face as i just need a tiny amount of powder to work around my face. The end result is a velvety smooth and matte finish which i like it very much.

The staying power is around 3 to 4 hours depending on the weather and what else i put on my face, and since this is a loose powder i am not expecting it to perform the miracle of not having to touch up for 8 hours.

The staying power is decent enough and as usual, i would need to touch up a bit after 4 hours or so after blotting a little oil with tissue (i have oily- combination skin type).  

I may not have used a lot of loose powder but i do like RMK's loose powder's texture and packaging. The only con that i can think of is its rather high price point, S$75.00 for a mere 4.0g which is really a tad too high compared to Bobbi Brown's Loose powder, around S$60.00 for 28.0g. The refill itself doesn't come cheap either, its about S$57.00 for 4.0g.

In this case, i prefer its quality, accident-proof packaging and travel handy. Sometimes I just wish that RMK would give more of it to make shelling out S$70+ for the loose powder a less painful experience.

Priced at S$75.00 for 4g or 0.14 oz, available at Takashimaya and Isetan Scotts Shopping Centre.

Haul: RMK and Bobbi Brown at Takashimaya Sale

When you are in the mood for anything, nothing or rather there isn't anything that can stop me from doing it.... yes hauling. And so, when the opportunity arises.... the shopaholic in me is once again alife....

Yes, yes.... i did some hauling over the weekend at Takashimaya, mainly RMK and one or two Bobbi Brown items which is a first for me... with the excellent deals around and vouchers on hand, i can't resist but to stock up some essentials.

Here we go..... reviews coming up hopefully soon.....



 When RMK meets Bobbi Brown......

A tower of RMK essentials and splurge. 

 The RMKs....

Unveiled.

RMK Smoothing Polished Base- a mattifying makeup base that is supposed to minimize the look of pores especially to be used around the T-zone.

 Smoothing Polished Base- 20ml.

List of ingredients of the Smoothing Polished Base. 

RMK Face Powder in N00- essential backup.

 Contains 4.0g.

 List of ingredients of Face Powder N00.

RMK Pressed Powder in 04.

List of ingredients of Pressed powder in 04 (darkest shade 05). 

 RMK Sheer Powder Cheeks Blusher in EX-02 from the Dusty Bright Colours Collection.

 The fingerprints magnetic compact case.

 Limited Edition from the Dusty Bright Colours Collection.

 List of ingredients of the sheer powder cheeks blusher- the Splurge (by far the most expensive blusher i have ever owned).

 The Bobbi Browns......

 Bobbi Brown Moisture Rich Foundation SPF 15- 30ml.

Liquid Foundation in Warm Sand 2.5 - surprisingly much lighter than my RMK liquid Foundation colouring.

List of ingredients of the foundation. 

 Bobbi Brown Loose powder in Soft Sand 5.

 A hefty 28.0g compared to RMK's 4.0g

 List of ingredients of the Face powder.

 GWP from RMK- deluxe sample size of the smoother (toner lotion) and makeup base, usual sample size creamy soap and sun protector.

 GWP for purchase beyond S$220 plus if i recall correctly.

 Another GWP from RMK-USB holder with mirror (which i chose over the Dusty Bright Colour collection pouch).

I was quite skeptical if i should go ahead with the hauling initially, however with the Takashimaya storewide 10% discount, plus the 20% from RMK (my birthday month) and the Takashimaya vouchers i have on hand, this is a haul that is bound to happen no matter how.

If i do recall correctly, i got the RMK face powder (UP: S$73.00) and Smoothing Polished Base  (UP:S$41.00) at only S$64 plus as they have a promotion for purchasing the duo. Unfortunately, the day i bought the duo happens to be the last day of the promotion.

However, currently there is another promotion going on... which is with the purchase of a eyeliner (UP: S$40.00) and a mascara (not too sure about the price, i think it is around S$30 plus), you get to get a full sized eye colour plus you get to choose any colour (UP: S$57.00). Promotion ends end of October, do check out the RMK counters if you are interested in this promotion.

Meanwhile, stay tune for upcoming reviews....

Thank you.



Haul: When the going gets tough......

Yes, yes... when you are feeling depressed and feels that the going gets way tough for you to handle and you are a certified makeup addict... so what do you do?

What else?

A Haul!

These are my haul for the past 2 weeks......

The newbies in the family.


A must since i don't really like to use shampoo or soap on my brushes.

Chanel? What could it be? : )

Woo... another Nars...

Maquillage casing.. love the pretty design on the sides.

RMK Loose Powder.

Something from The Bodyshop... a review on it coming up.

My first bronzer.. believe it or not....

Another lippy to join the family.

My essential.

More lipbalms to protect my dry lips.

Ha....i feel so much better now... have been rotating between stress at work and getting sick...

Sigh... i am currently into my 6th month for coughing ...yes that LONG and the specialists all couldn't come up with an explanation for my super duper persistant long cough...

Reviews coming up as soon as i feel much better... i am keeping my fingers crossed that it will be soon. : )