REVIEW: NYX HD Eye Shadow Base

Halo! 

Have you heard about this eye shadow base? I bought this eye shadow base after I decided not to go to the beauty salon in my graduation day. Cause you know, sometimes they just put a thick foundation and powder, eye shadow, and a drama-unnatural look-lashes. But since the graduation event will be held in the middle of a hot day, so i was looking for a trick in order to make my make up -especially my eye shadow- stay still. Then I read many positive reviews about this eye shadow base, so i gave it a try.

About the product

It is an eye shadow base from NYX HD range that will make the eye shadow looks better and long last. The official of NYX Website said that:

"Prep your eyelids with this lightweight eye shadow primer that makes skin appear smoother, more even toned, and ensures lasting makeup application. The High Definition Eye Shadow Base conceals creases and pumps up the vibrancy of your eye shadow."

Simply take a little amount of the product and spread it to all over your eyes, from eyelashes to eyebrow. Wait for a moment so it can dry, then apply your eye shadow and eye liner after.

My thoughts

The formula is lightweight, so it is easy to apply and blend. Although I have an oily skin, it did not crease or became more oily at all. A little product goes a long way, in fact, if you put too much it will be oily and take a longer time to dry. I think it does make my skin smoother and even toned. It helped the eye shadow color out. 

These are the swatch (I am using a dark gray eye shadow from PUPA Milano):

Can you see the different ? The eye shadow color without the base is not as intense as the one which use the base. It also easily erased with tissue, unlike the one with base under it.  

I have a naked 2 eye palette, and I think that everyone agree that naked is good. But without any primer, I always thought that I was wasting money because no matter how beautiful the colors are in the palette, I never had the same when I applied it on my crease. But now, after I owned this, I take back my statement. ha! 

Packaging: 3 of 5

It comes with applicator, so we don't have to put our finger to take the product out. More hygene for sure. Oh, and I always love black color on make up packaging. It looks professional and elegant. So, eventhough nothing special about the packaging but I just love it. Simple. 

Efficacy: 3.5 of 5

I have to say that this is a good product cause it proofs their brand claims. It did a really good job. The eye shadow color was really pop out (as you can see above). My eye shadow was stay still after I walk in the morning, looking for the company's building where I took my interview test, then I have to run to catch the bus in the middle of a hot-sweaty-day. Not only that, It also still looks fabulous after my five-hours-without-AC-graduation-event (again, in the middle of a hot-sweaty-day)! ta-da!

Value: 4 of 5

I bought it for around IDR 120k from an online shop (cause I can't found it in the NYX counter both in my town and hometown). With this efficacy, and the price that not so expensive, I have to say that NYX HD Eye Shadow Base has high value. Compare to the great but expensive Primer Potion by Urban Decay, this is better. Especially if you're on a budget but still want a good product. Whether you're wearing make up every day or not, It still a good investment!

Repurchase ?

Yes! 

Overall Rating: 3.5 of 5

<skin type: tan, oily>

In instance, I think, no matter how great and expensive your eye shadows are, it will be nothing without a good eye shadow base. Ciao!

REVIEW: Drops of Youth

I gotta say that this is my Holy-Grail product. I bought it after I read the review in a beauty blog. I used it in a transition phase after I stopped using prescription from my latest dermatologist. I wasn't really sure about this product at first, but I decided to give it a try so, here is my review.....

About the product

It is a pre-serum of a Nutriganics series from The Body Shop. What made it so special is its ingredients: Criste-Marine Plant Stem Cells & Babassu Oil. 

According to the official website of The Body Shop, Criste-Marine is a rare plants able to survive the harsh environment of the rocky, sea-battered coastline of Brittany. This plant is resistant to salt and dryness. Babassu oil is extracted from the nuts of the wild babassu palm tree, found on the fringes of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. Blend of these unique ingredients known to enhance surface skin renewal. It gives skin a smoother, fresher, healthier appearance.

Source: www.thebodyshop-usa.com

The brand claims that:

Source: www.thebodyshop-usa.com

It is a water based & not-so-thick concentrate, it has a nice scent, and immediately moisturizing. 

                               

The idea of "enhance surface skin renewal" is what made me bought this. I thought that if my skin renew better and faster, the acne marks on my face will disappear. So, I was looking the review of Drops of Youth on an acne prone skin, but there was only 1 or 2 blogs. Still not sure to buy this, I went to nearest store and I asked the sales assistant for the sample. They gave me 5 drops of the product in a mini tube. When I applied it to my skin, I got immediate moisture&smooth feelings. So I bought the 30ml bottle, and started using it. In 2-3 weeks, I had purging (in my case was a little break out). But after that, those annoying acnes never showed up again. Well, not completely gone, it still peeped out when I'm in period, but not as bad as it was.

Right now, I am using it in the middle of my skin regime, after toner and before serum/ampoule/moisturizer. Simply put 1-3 drops on your finger, spread it out a little, then apply it to all over your face and neck.

Packaging: 3 of 5

It packed in a thick glass bottle with pipette, so it's not too easy to broken and the hygene is good. Nothing special about the packaging. It's just when I purchased the 50ml, the pipette isn't as easy as the 30ml. 

Efficacy: 4 of 5

I can see the result after 3 months I used the product. Acne rarely peeped out anymore, less oily, smoother, softer, acne marks was slowly disappeared. I say Drops of Youth from The Body Shop has delivered their promises to the consumer, especially me. 

Value: 4 of 5

The price for the 30ml & 50ml bottle was about IDR 350k & IDR 550k. I forgot the exact price so, sorry :3 I used the 30ml bottle for 3 months, and now I'm on my second bottle (50ml). It's been 4,5 months but I still have a quarter. I can say that the price is worth it, cause you only need 1-3 drops and it last until 3 months for 30ml and (maybe) 6 months for the 50ml bottle. aaaaaaaand it is working!

Repurchase ?

YES! Definitely! As I said, I'm on my second bottle and definitely repurchase for the third,and fourth, and so on.

Overall Rating: 4.5 of 5

<Skin type: Tan, oily, acne prone>

Have you tried this Drops of Youth ? Or maybe you have plan to buy this ? Share your experience using this product and any comments below!

Have a good day, ladies! :)