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Requested: Swatches of the BH Cosmetics 15-Color Palette I posted on Instagram (@makeup_box)
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Here are the swatches on bare skin, no primer, so you can take a look at the textures and shades up close! It can be a bit hard telling what the colors are like on the BH cosmetics site because the images aren’t very accurate. Do note the shades with an asterisk (*) are my favorites.
This is a palette put together by the BH Cosmetics team (I decided to let them recommend colors instead of picking them out for myself this time round), and this is a pretty good mix of textures (shimmers, satins, mattes). I do sorta wish there were a few cool shades like blues, greens, etc, but no complaints there!
I’m pretty impressed by the texture of the MS (Metallic Shimmer) shades, and I have a tutorial coming up using those. But take note that the name is not really accurate. I’d call these Matte Shimmer or Matte Satin. They are NOT metallic. They are between matte and shimmer, which gives a nice skin-like texture that would be great for the office or school.
I also like the stronger matte shades, which is quite pigmented and blend quite easily.
A minor criticism would be that these are more chalky than Coastal Scents or MAC shadows. They aren’t poorly-pigmented; just more crumbly. In fact, they remind me of Wet n Wild Coloricon shadows, so if you like the intense, powdery texture of those, you will definitely like the BH Cosmetics pans.
Without a good base, these shadows can dust off easily on the lids and may also fade over the day, so I recommend you always wear a primer beneath, and use a firmer or flatter shadow brush to control and pack on color.
Favorite shades:
- WM20: Very nice, smooth neon pink. For those with a dramatic streak.
- CS09: Warm honey-tan metallic that really reminds me of MAC Tan pigment.
- MS12: Quite similar to MAC Sketch shadow.
- MS11: Looks dull in the pan but goes on a beautiful dusty lavender in a satin texture that is neither matte nor shimmery, but in-between.
- CM19: Basic matte black that’s pigmented. Everybody can use a nice black for lining and defining, and there’s really no reason to pay $15-20 since nobody will be able to tell the difference from a $1 shadow, as long as the cheaper one works.
Shades I’m not that crazy about:
- WS07: Takes effort to build up the color for this one
- MM06: Also takes effort to build up, and because it’s a dark shade, it’s easy to see when the color is uneven.
All-in-all, these are a fantastic option for those of you who are just starting to build your collection but don’t really want to go the 88/120-color route. They are also probably the most affordable range around at the moment as well, so that’s a good reason to check it out.
BH Cosmetics shadows are available for:
- $0.98 each
- $9.98 for 6 shades + magnetic palette
- $17.48 for 15 shades + magnetic palette
![[CLOSED] 300,000 Follower Giveaway - Part 1 (Skincare)
(Update) Stay posted for the winner announcement and don’t forget a makeup giveaway coming up soon!
It’s Amazing!!! The Makeup Box will be 2 in February 2013, and seems like we’ll be hitting 300,000 followers at around the same time. Of course, I HAD to have something great planned as a thank you to everyone, and I’ve decided to work with a couple of sponsors for a dual giveaway (one skincare, one makeup).
Since I ALWAYS get questions on skincare, blemishes, etc, I felt it would make sense for me to look for not just any random product but a company that has helped with a lot of my own skincare woes and is one of my absolute favorites. MARIO BADESCU.
Mario Badescu products are a constant fixture in beauty magazines and the brand is loved by a whole passel of A-listers such as Charlize Theron, Liv Tyler, Natalie Portman, Rachel Bilson, Eva Longoria, Kate Moss, Gwyneth Paltrow, Queen Latifajh, Ashley Judd, (the list REALLY goes on and on)…
While it’s probably most famous for its acne-care products like the Drying Lotion (absolute can’t-live-without for me), MB also has a host of products customized for sensitive, combo, dry, and mature skins.
Because we have no idea of knowing exactly what skin type the winner of this contest will have, MB has offered to give away a whole LIST of MB’s best-sellers. (As floored as me? Uh, huh. I almost wish I could win it…)
The prize will include:
Drying Lotion - dries out nasty spots fast (link above)
Enzyme Cleansing Gel - non-drying cleanser that removes dead cells gently
Hyaluronic Eye Cream - locks in moisture for the delicate eye area without heavy oils
Almond and Honey Face Scrub - exfoliates and conditions without being too harsh
Whitening Mask - fades dark spots from old acne/scars, and evens overall skintone
Hydro Moisturizer w/ Vitamin C - lightweight antioxidant facial moisturizer
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NOW!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENTERING:
You must be a follower of The Makeup Box on Tumblr
You must be above the age of 18 (or have parental permission to join this contest and to give me your personal shipping details)
You must reblog (Tumblr) this post or reply to it (Disqus - below - or Tumblr) with an answer to WHY YOU WANT TO WIN THIS MARIO BADESCU SKINCARE SET
You have to submit your reply by 28 January 2013, GMT+8 (there’s a bit of time but don’t wait too long or you might forget or miss the right time due to timezone differences)
I will pick a winner and contact you either via Disqus (make sure you use a valid email account when posting via Disqus) or Tumblr private message (make sure your “Ask” function is turned on for your blog or I will have to pick another winner)!
Good luck!!!
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