Missha The Style Two in One Fit-In Gel Liner [Initial Impressions | Review]

A while back I was on the lookout for a new gel liner, as the ones I had had all dried out on me. I normally use liquid liner, however I really like the matte finish of gel liners, especially when paired with certain smokey looks.

The one I got was this Missha The Style Two in One Fit-In Gel Liner, which I bought from HERE. 

This one caught my eye because I have never seen a gel liner with two compartments.

It comes in 6 different shades, but the one I got was in #01 Black Twinkle:

The product's description claimed that the black [in my case] part was the gel liner, while the gold part was an under shadow.

Apparently, this Missha liner contains three types of oils: Macadamia Nut Oil, Grapevine Seed Oil, and Moroheiya Oil - which help keep the skin soft and supple.

I've been using the black part of the eyeliner with my MAC 263 Small Angled Brush [my review with photos HERE]

The product is picked up really easily and is super soft - this one glides effortlessly on your lids without the need to pull and tug at your skin. It also dries super quickly, so no risk of smudging there. It is also super pigmented, so there is no need to go over the liner more than once.

I have found that I apply this liner much more quicker than when I use a liquid liner, especially with the help of the Mac brush, which helps me create a wing in no time at all. 

As you will see in a minute, this liner also stands the water and rubbing test, so two thumbs up there!

The second compartment is filled with a super golden cream eyeshadow, which when applied thinly, can be used as a base eyeshadow [or on its own]. However, I like to use this on my inner eye corners for a pop of shine. This also starts to fade after more than a couple of hours [however, not as rub proof as the black liner]. Impressive.

freshly applied - natural lighting

Under running water

After a couple of minutes of vigorous rubbing

Really liking this Missha Gel Liner so far, and really tempted to get more shades!

Let me know if you try it out.

Love,

Lola

xoxo

Catrice Cosmetics Kabuki Brush [Review]

If you're a fan of Catrice Cosmetics like myself, you'll be delighted to hear that they have started to introduce brushes into their collection.

For example, this Kabuki brush was launched earlier this year and it is available from selected outlets around Malta.

As you might know, cheap [yet good] brushes are hard to come by, so I was really interested in testing this one out.

The packaging is really professional looking: it comes in its out plastic box [good for safeguarding the bristles] The handle is made out of plastic and it the Catrice logo is printed on it.

It is made out of synthetic bristles and it is super soft, [the bristles are quite dense, too] Really, it's a pleasure to apply your makeup with this brush.

You can use this to apply bronzer or powder. However, you would need a smaller brush if you want to contour.

I have been using this brush for more than a month now and I'm seriously loving it. I use it to apply my powder [it works really well with both pressed and loose powder, however do use a light hand when applying loose powder to avoid a caked up look]. 

Since it is so soft it does not 'disturb' your foundation and concealer. 

I'm also happy to say that this does not shed [not even after having washed it a number of times]

Thumbs up!

P.s. What kind of brushes do you use?

Love,

Lola

xoxo


***Disclaimer: This product was given to me by Catrice Cosmetics Malta for review purposes. I was not paid to do this review. What I wrote in the review is my honest and unbiased opinion.