Makeup Trend: Asian trying Instagram Contour

Hey ya'll! Today's post is going to be slightly different from the usual reviews.

Today I will be trying out the ever so hyped up Instagram contour and highlight trend.

This trend has been going around for quite a while, however it does not seem to be dying down anytime soon. 

So what exactly is this trend all about.

Well it is basically like this:

(*These photos are not mine)

So as you can see from these viral photos. This trend is all about crazily contouring and highlighting you face using cream products before miraculously blending it out to look flawless and defined.

So I did a little simple diagram on highlighting and contouring to let you have a clearer picture of the high points and shadows of our face.

Highlight

Contour

Here is the Before, During, After picture which I put together.

As you can see there is a definite difference from the Before and After photos.
The face is more defined and the contour and highlight gave it a better structure.

To see the entire process, you might want to check out this video where I perform the application and blending process.

After trying this crazy contouring and highlight, I actually quite like the finish it gives. The skin looks really flawless and defined. 
However this actually takes up quite some time, so it is definitely not very practical when you have a busy schedule.
This method would be best if you are going somewhere with dim light such as a event or dinner date. 
It will help define your features and make you look flawless in those lighting.
I recommend that you use lesser of the product (especially contour), preferably around 3-5 dots at the sides of you face.
You can be slightly more generous with the highlight shade. 

However, if cream products easily crease or melt on your face, you may want to use lesser of the cream and enhance it with a powder layered over it.


4/5

"A trend that is worth a try as the results are pretty amazing, and it is really fun too!"

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Opal Review

Hey ya'll! Today's review will be on another one of the Becca's famous highlighters. 

The shade I will be reviewing today is Opal, a cult favorite for many. Becca has a wide range of highlighter shades to cater to a wide range of skin tones.

Selling in Sephora at $58, 8g

Great sleek packaging (looks like an UFO) with a decent sized mirror.

Champagne Rose Gold shade

It can be used as an intense highlight or used sparingly to create a more natural look.

Here is a video of the product in action (8:44).

I love love love the shade of this highlight. It is the most beautiful rose gold colour which is so finely milled that it reflects almost like a dream. 
I tend to use this very heavy handedly cause it's too pretty to not be piled on. Haha.
 The shade suits my skin tone very well giving it a very glam intense highlight look.

Pros

-Powder is very finely milled

-Highlight is extremely intense.

-Not super powdery

Cons

-Expensive

-Have to be very light handed to achieve natural look.
-Powder may break easily in the pan.

Yes

I really like this shade alot!

Champagne Pop is next on my list!

5/5

"A highly raved highlight for a reason!"

Kat Von D Shade and Light Contour Palette Review

Hey ya'll! Today's review will be quick one of the Kat Von D Shade + Light Palette. 
Aren't contour palettes been all the rave lately? And with so many companies coming out with their own version of contour palette, there are too many choices available, making it hard to make a decision on which one to get.
Well, at least that happened to me.

Bought on Carousell for $70

Kat Von D is not yet sold in stores in Singapore.
It is of a higher-end brand hence it is slightly more expensive.

Highlight shades: Levitation, Lyrie, Lucid

Bronze/Contour shades: Subconscious, Shadowplay, Sombre

This is how the contour looks like.

Used it as my eye shadow and eyebrow powder as well.

I think it looks pretty good, as it gives a really natural look.

Hence if you want a quick fix, this is all-in-one palette for you!

Lipstick: Mac Viva Glam Ariana Grande.

I really enjoy using this product! I love how the cool and warm tones are readily displayed in a palette for easy use. I am very satisfied with the colour payoff and the way it blends on the skin. 

Pros
-Last through the whole day
-Pigmented 
-Blends very easily
-Shades can suit a wide range of skin tones
-Includes cool tones and warm tones

Cons
-Only 1 selection of shade. (But I hear they are coming out with more variety!)
-Pan does not pop out

*Since the shades are very pigmented, it is easy to get over handed with this. What I would suggest is for you to use a brush which is less dense and onlt use a denser brush for areas which need more focus.

Will I Repurchase
Yes! Yes! Yes!


Rate
5/5


Just go get it. It is worth every penny.