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Tuesday, 6 January 2015

Lets go ECO FRIENDLY with BH cosmetics 10 pc Eco brush set


Everyone wants to look beautiful, feel beautiful and live in a beautiful world too.  For that we need to be careful while making our choices and choosing our life style. There has been a debate since long at the various beauty products being nature friendly. Brushes usually made out of plastic are considered dangerous at times due to non disintegration property of plastic. Being said that, one cannot take away the basic right of ladies of getting makeup! For that I present to you ECO FRIENDLY BRUSHES... Oh yes you heard me right darlin',  the product under review today is BH COSMETICS 10 Pc ECO BRUSH SET.


BH COSMETICS 10 PC ECO BRUSH SET:

This sleek, Eco-friendly 10 piece brush set is made with all natural & recycled materials, allowing you to create stunning looks while protecting the environment! Each brush comes with soft, fluffy synthetic bristles, making it easy achieve a flawless makeup application. The naturally-dyed, lime green bamboo handles add a modern look to your everyday brushes and come with recycled aluminum ferrules. Each set comes in a soft linen case that will protect your brushes when on the go.
Brush Set includes the following: Powder Brush, Angled Blush Brush, Foundation Brush, Blending Brush, Contour Blending Brush, Smudge Brush, Flat Shadow Brush, Angled Shadow Brush, Flat Eyeliner Brush, Lip/Concealer Brush.


MY EXPERIENCE:

BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set -Linen Case
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set


BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set

The brushes come in a bag specially made to be eco friendly and is compartmentalized to hold each brush separately. The bag is foldable and then to be tied, that makes it super duper travel friendly . Each brush is again in a plastic covering and larger face brushes have plastic caps to retain the shape of the brushes after washing. This way the brushes dont get mixed up with each other and retain a good level of hygiene. The handles of the brushes are made of bamboo and are lime green yellow kind of color that might not seem very pretty to some but i love that unique color that makes them easy to identify in a hurry. There is no detectable weird sort of smell that people usually complain of having when they open up their new brushes but still i advice you to wash them befire first use (better safe then sorry). While talking about washing, the shed of is literally ZERO,i saw no shedding from the brushes, might be a loose hair but those were one or two at max!! The best thing about this brush set besides being eco friendly is the number of eye brushes included in it that can actually be used on daily basis. 7 out of 10 brushes are meant to be for eye makeup without any additional brushes like a brow brush and a spolly that we rarely use. So this makes this set travel friendly and a good bargain for your money if you are looking for an eye makeup brush set. This was more of an overall look at the brush set. Now lets get to each brush individually


1.  Powder Brush:
This brush is large, super soft and perfect for last dusting of powder. I use it and love it!
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set - Powder Brush


2. Angled blush/contour brush:
Slightly small than powder brush. Good for putting blush in a controlled way. Can be used for contouring as the flat edge and angled border makes it ideal for getting those contoured cheek bones we all love. I don't use it much, bristles are soft but a bit less soft then powder brush.
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Angled Contour Brush

3. Flat foundation brush:
This has to be the least used brush by me. Not that I don't like this specific brush, I don't use the flat foundation brush, rather I am happy with my Real Techniques miracle sponge for all the blending. I would have been much happier if they had included another eye brush rather then this. The brush is moderately soft and firm enough to give you good morning
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Flat Foundation Brush

4.Large eye shadow brush:
I LOVE IT!! And that's all.  Super amazing, densely packed, soft, doesn't tug your skin, picks up the eye shadow in a good amount, deposits it fully over the lid and that too smoothly!! No extra effort needed, it just changed the makeup game completely for me. Even those hopeless palates I had earlier have become super easy to use after this baby! For me its the super star of this set.
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Large Eye Shadow Brush


5. Blending brush:
This fluffy blending brush is so good.  Just a swipe to and fro and you have that gorgeously blended eye makeup that we all love! Totally loveable❤
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Blending Brush

6. Small eye shadow brush
This is the smaller version of the larger brush. I use it in the inner corner when playing with two or more contrasting colors. Gives a nice control over the color and packs it well. Works equally well as the large brush but at a smaller level (if that makes sense )
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Small Eye Shadow Brush

7. Small angled crease brush:
Simply perfect for illuminating your inner corner!!  Just perfect i must say.  But it comes with 3 pluses too...
A. Use it at lower lash line with a dark shadow and get that smoky vampy look all blended
B.  Use in a cut crease look and get that sharp look by precise blending of the line
C. use it with a contour powder & contour the sides of your nose perfectly
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Angled crease brush
See its small but has more uses then others. Definitely a must have isnt it?

8. Pencil Smudge brush
This is a pencil smudge brush very very helpful to smudge those sharp lines and placing shadow in the inner corner and giving a precise smoky shadow placement at the lower lash line . I use it mainly to smudge my eyeliner to give a soft effect during day time .
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BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Pencil Smudge Brush

9. Flat eyeliner/eyebrow brush:
This a flat sturdy brush with sharp edge, no angle. This makes it ideal for applying gel and cake liner. The sharp edge gives a precise line close to lashes. This makes it easy to achieve a fine line that can be built up easily. The sharp edge is also useful to get that perfect flick we all envy it can also be used to fill up eyebrows also.

BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Flat eye liner brush
10. Lip brush:
Including this lip brush in this set has made it a whole package, not leaving any single area uncovered. The lip brush is a bit disappointing though as it isn't that sturdy to get that perfectly lined lips, as the soft bristles usually tend to spray apart upon pressure.  But it is really good to fill up your lips if you line them with lip pencil first. oh not to forget that ombre craze we have these days, this brush can give you that perfect gradient blend at your lips. So all in all not a total disappointment.
BH Cosmetics Eco Brush Set- Lip/Concealer Brush


Thumbs up for :

  • Pocket friendly
  • Eco friendly
  • Has 10 brushes that are equally useful
  • 6 eye brushes, for those who are looking for an eye makeup brush set
  • Travel friendly packing
  • Brush caps for face brushes
  • Super soft 
  • Negligible shedding
  • No odd odour upon opening
  • Upto the mark performance

Thumbs down for:

  • Non availability in Pakistan, has to be ordered online
  • Color of the brush handles might be abit turn off 
  • Only 3 face brushes included, might not be the set you want if you are looking for more face brushes.

Price and availability :

I got mine from facebook page MAKEUP AND ACCESSORIES for PKR 1500 during sale at BH cosmetics website.Its original price it $30 (During sale it was for $ 11.95) and can be ordered from Bh cosmetics official website. It is also available at Just4girls and Beautyarena in Pakistan

RATING :

For me this brush set is a total winner, for its price, its performance and the quality it all makes it get a 5/5 from me.

WHAT IS THE LAST BRUSH SET YOU GOT? HAS IT LIVED UP TO YOUR EXPECTATIONS TILL NOW? TRIED ANY BH COSMETICS BRUSHES? DO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW!!

Stay Blessed
Sherry K
XOXO

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Monday, 24 November 2014

Dear you don't just look EXPENSIVE, you actually WORK - Real Techniques Brushe's Copy- Review



Darling , it doesn't matter if you are expensive and don't work for me ,you just have to work your best and if you just LOOK expensive ,then trust me I LOVE YOU ! Now these are some golden words comming from a person like me who doesn't really give a piece of mind until or unless its necessary, and today, trust me its HUGE ! All those who love makeup are well aware of the name REAL TECHNIQUES for their amazing and unique brushes that are said to be top notch in the war of brushes. Since I consider my self a newbie in makeup land (read: amazing world of colors), I tend to get stuff that doesn't put a hole in my pocket.So my trip to market , I picked up these brushes majorly because these looked so much similar to Real Techniques Brushes , plus they were super affordable. Here have a look :


Real Techniques COPY Brsuhes

Real Techniques COPY Brsuhes

My Experience:

These Brushes are literally everywhere these days , in the market , on facebook pages, ebay literally EVERYWHERE. I just picked up the angled one initially and then went back for other two. Ever  since I got these I havent reached for any other brush so far . The handle is metal with different colors , you might find the original Real techniques colors (golden/pink) and other colors too like red , blue and green !. It is quite sturdy and the base is really smooth so the brushes can stand on their own . The bristles are super dooper soft , like SOFT soft,no scratchy feeling on your face at all. I don't have an original RT brush to compare with but still I totally love these for what they are  There is no shedding at all. I have been using these for past couple of months and I haven't notice a single shed hair. One thing that might turn off a few people is the staining of the white ends of the brush. Even though you wash them off , a tinge of color stays there that might not look nice to some people. They just pick up the right amount of product and transfer them nicely to your skin with no streaking at all.
Now lets have a look at individual brushes.

1. Round Top Blush Brush:

This round top blush brush is ideal for putting up blush if you like it to be precise. For me it works more nicely for putting my highlighter on my cheek bones for I like my highlighter to be properly placed. It just blends my highlighter so well . It can also be used for contouring as the round top gives more precision yet no harsh lines
RT Copy Brush- Round Top Blush Brush

2. Flat Top Stippling Brush:

This flat top brush serves  as an excellent tool to stipple your foundation .It also works amazing for the cream blushers , highlighters and bronzer. Long story short , use it for cream products ! 
RT Copy Brush- Flat Top Stippling Brush

3.Angled Blush /Bronzer Brush:

This was my first from the three and is my makeup staple , The wide angled top is just perfect for applying blusher in a single wiping motion . If you like to have that sun tanned bronzed look then it can be used to apply bronzer all over. From the picture you can easily guess that I use it for my blush.
RT Copy Brush- Angled Blush/Bronzer Brush

Thumbs Up for:

  • Super affordable
  • easily available
  • No smell on first opening
  • Sturdy Colorful handles
  • Soft Bristles
  • No Shedding

Thumbs Down For:

  • No specific company 
  • Doesn't mention which hair have been used
  • The hair stain after use that doesn't come off after washing

Price & Availability:

I got these brushes for PKR 245/- Each from a cosmetics counter in a local departmental store. If you want to purchase online , you may find these at these facebook pages in Pakistan :ZUNEL , JAVAAHIR ,WE MAKEUP BLOG . For international costumers you may find these beauties at E-BAY or Ali Express .

Rating:

I give these wands of amazing features a 5/5 for this price they do the job well ! They not only just look expensive ( you can't tell them apart from RT brushes by just looking at them , I guess) . 


**A little piece of my life to share : on 22nd Nov , one of my cats, Mr.Whiskers passed away after a very painful time on bed . His departure has shaken me to the core for he was my companion through thick and thin. Just 7 months old, that little fellow brought so much light to our lives that we ,all at home ,are grieving his loss, I thank God for blessing me with him and 3 others ,for they are the reason for keeping me sane with their PURRSSS at the hardest times of life. For this reason , you might find my post dull and dry 'cause I can't do anything without him like I used to. Hope you guys understand and bear with me for some time . Here is a picture of him sleeping all comfortable a month ago . Allah has put him in a better place now but still my heart aches
May you be in the best of the places my dear little one ,for you were an angel that was sent to me to put my broken pieces back. I loved you , I love you and I will always do :'(


Have you tried these or any other copy brushes yet ? Can you compare these with the original RT brushes if you have any of them ? Would love to know your take on these in the comments below 

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Sunday, 29 June 2014

Weekends...sleep, relax ,SHOP ! (Cosmetics)



First of all Ramazan Mubarik to all my readers out there ! With ramazan starting we (girls actually) have 3 things on mind
  1. What to make for Aftar ( Food served after fasting)
  2. What to wear on an Aftar party
  3. what to wear on EID 

Oh yes that's all we have on minds :D for that we gotta shop isn't it ? and when a girl's gotta shop , she gotta shop ,no stopping for her ! Now everything is easily available on the internet and God bless those who have facebook pages as their business portals for they are the people quenching our thirsts for more :D 

So, this year Eid preparations would be a little difficult due to extremely hot weather (49 degree Celsius where I live) ,I need to rely on these online businesses for everything . And from today on wards ,every weekend we'll have at least 5 websites/pages from where you can get stuff for yourself and your loved ones (only Pakistan)

This week I am starting with Beauty /Cosmetics Supply stores(Click headers to got to page directly)



1. Just4girls.pk:

A whole cosmetics, bath and body, skincare range ,from very affordable to high end brands all available. Easy to use interface, quick order placement and step by step email notifications of order status . COD available all over Pakistan .All in all , an amazing one stop shop for your beauty concerns and craves !

2.Beautyarena:


An online store with user friendly interface. You can also contact them on facebook. Extremely prompt replies and costumer service ! I am a very much happy and a satisfied costumer of them with another order in line to be placed soon ! Do visit this website you'll definitely find something to your taste ! COD available all over Pakistan. Easy paisa and Bank transfer available.

3.Makeup and Accessories:



 A very personal favourite page to shop from , 2 orders and both beyond my expectations ! The owner is super sweet and very very patient . So if you are a super nosy person with tons of queries this is your place as you'll get all your answers ! Plus the prices are super amazing , lower compared to many other pages out their but quality not compromised at all. all pieces are genuine , nicely packed and promptly delivered . Moreover you can also pre-order stuff you like from USA and UK as they open up for orders from time to time ! COD available all over Pakistan .  Easy paisa and Bank transfer available.

4.Rouge:



If you are a beauty addict and love to shop for genuine products , be it drug store or high end , you would be familiar with ROUGE. This is a much loved and fully trusted page by all Pakistani beauty bloggers and fully recommended. So shop on ladies without the fear of getting a dupe for a payment of a genuine product !
Cod available for limited areas. Easy paisa and Bank transfer available.


5.Hash:




This page provides you with all the goodies you can imagine, with a monthly updated IN STOCK album (which is my favourite part :D) so you can order on spot or book your order with them . The owner is very much nice person .I had quite a few conversations with her and I ended up buying nothing but still she didn't mind anything and replied me sweetly every time . COD is not available (only reason I didn't get my stuff from her , still regretting it :( ). Easy paisa and bank transfer available.

6.Beauty Hub:


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Now this is the page I am always visiting . I simple adore all the things they are offering , both instock and pre-orders. You guys should definitly check out . They open up for US orders from time to time for its a total thumbs up ! COD is available for Major cities , easy paisa /bank transfer available too.


7.My Favourite Brands:



This page is super awesome and super amazing prices ! If you are looking for Physicians Formula ,Maybelline, Loreal, Almay in fact any brand this is your one-stop-shop. Go have a look and grab it instantly as they have a huge variety in their stock ready to be delivered . COD is available all over Pakistan & easy paisa/Bank transfer also available. 


I hope you like the post and it will help you fulfill you makeup craves. Where do you guys shop for makeup online ? Do let me know about your favourite places in the comments below ,I will be happy to know about them !


Love and Hugs

Sherry K.



** Disclaimer : The veiws/opinion presented in this post 100% my own .This post is in no way sponsored by any of the pages/websites above.

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