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Review: Revlon Parfumerie Scented Nail Enamel, Let The Fragrance Lingers Around You

June 25, 2014 Leave a Comment

Smell something nice but it isn’t perfume? Go around with your painted nails and have the fragrance to linger around you. Introducing the new nail polishes of Revlon Parfumerie where it leaves your nails with fragrance finishing.

‘Revlon Parfumerie™ offers 24 delectable scented colors in a variety of finishes from creams to glitters. The collection is divided into 3 fragrance and color families: Fruits & Florals for exotic and fruity fragrance notes in vibrant, punchy shades; Sweets & Spices for woody, spicy fragrance notes in deep, rich shades and Freshes for crisp, clean scents in light and airy shades. This unique collection includes a sophisticated range of colors from Revlon, the color authority. The new bottles are worthy of display on the chicest vanity, and the shades are a mix of classic and on-trend colors.

Revlon Parfumerie™ uses fragrance and essential oils so you are given a scent that is reminiscent of your daily perfume. Fragrance is meant to be an accessory, and with Revlon Parfumerie™ Scented Nail Enamel you can change your nail color and scent as often as your mood to express your individuality!’

I thought the bottle look very cute where it looks like the classic old school perfume bottles with rounded knob as the handle. I believe they might have adopted the concept and they are possibly related due to fragrance but these nail polishes bottles are mini sizes.

24 of the shades is categorized in 3 fragrance category.

Fruits & Florals

African Tea Rose, Apricot Nectar, China Flower, Ginger Melon, Lime Basil, Orange Blossom, Pink Pineapple, Wild Violets

Sweets & Spices

Autumn Spice, Balsam Fir, Bordeaux, Chocolate Truffle, Espresso, Italian Leather, Moonlit Woods, Spun Sugar

Freshes

Beachy, Fresh Linen, Lavender Soap, Powder Puff, Sunlit Grass, Surf Spray, Tropical Rain, Wintermint

I have 3 different shades with me, one from each category which is China Flower, Autumn Spice and Surf Spray.

The brush looks just like many other nail polishes and the fragrance doesn’t come immediately during the application. While applying the nail polish, it smells just exactly like other nail polishes. Initially, I thought that it should smell like a fragrance from the bottle itself and I took a heavy whiff then I choke. Silly me!

China Flower is categorized under Fruits and Floral. It is a bright red shade with orange undertone, this is a solid color with shine finish. Although it is meant to be fruit and floral fragrance, I find it on a heavy musky scent that lasted me for at least 4 days but of course, the scent fades slowly as the day goes on. I find the scent is too masculine for me.

Surf Spray is under the Freshes category and it did have a hint of refreshing scent. Just like how it is named, Surf Spray is a bright ocean blue shade with shimmer finish. This scent didn’t last very well on me and I will share about it why it didn’t later in this post. I had to apply two layers to achieve this finish.

Autumn Spice falls under the category of Sweet and Spices and it has a light musky scent but I wasn’t able to catch any sweet scent from it. Autumn usually relates to the drying falling leaves where it turns orange or brown hence this brown shade finishes off with pink shimmers.

Above all…

I liked how intense and long lasting scent when I started on China Flower but I didn’t like the strong musky scent. I was hoping to get better scent from the rest but it isn’t as strong as the first. One of the reason could be the top coat where it may suppress the scent. Therefore the scent wasn’t able to ‘linger’ around further, does that make sense?

Initially, I didn’t want to use top coat but I had to since it wears off quickly just by a day and you could see it for Autumn Spice. It could easily transfer, for example I accidentally swipe my nails over the papers and I could see traces of color on the paper. Therefore, I had no choice but to apply top coat to make it last longer and it definitely made a difference.

I liked the colors but the fragrance just didn’t hit me because I’m the type of person who would go with any scent but musky. I’m more attracted to the colors than the scent. It is very hard to determine the scent, especially when you are new to this nail polishes because the fragrance only settles when the nail polishes dries on your nail bed. Most importantly is to pick the shade that you like. It is very new in-store and it should be available this month.

Price: MYR20.90 each

Availability: Selected Sasa Revlon Nail Bar Store

PROs:

Beautiful shade
Scent that could last up to 4 days
Affordable

CONs:

Wears off within a day without top coat
Intensity of fragrance isn’t the same
Transferable

My Rating: 4/5

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This nail polishes was provided for review purposes, kindly refer to disclaimer.

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

NEW! Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ Click-In To Customize Your Very Own Palette

June 5, 2014 Leave a Comment

We have seen a lot of single eye shadows out there, we got all excited and bought all the pretty colors that we want. It will come to a one point that there will be a lot of single eye shadows laying in your drawer and there is a need to figure how to organize them. The backlash of single eye shadow is that it could get messy and some brands do offer palette that is sold separately that definitely could cost you more. Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ brings you the new era of single eye shadows where you can customize it anyhow you want it, anytime and anywhere.

‘Mix. Match. Click. With new Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™, now you can create your own customized palette of possibilities. Each individual eye shadow easily snaps together to create your own unique combination every time. Choose from an array of 30 shades with rich color pay-off, in a variety of finishes from soft matte to satin to high sparkle. The Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ shade range includes Neutrals, Pinks/Plums, Blues/Grays, reens/Golds and Browns/Blacks. Revlon suggests starting your custom palette by picking your favorite color, adding a light shade to highlight and finishing with a deeper shade to define. Create a neutral and pink palette for day, then click-in a fun green or gold for night – whatever you choose, it’s yours – now you can change your look. In a click.’ – Revlon

Each of the eye shadows comes in a very cute rectangular tablet. They are labeled by names and be able to look for it behind of the eye shadow. I have 6 shades to be shared with you!

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ in Sand

Sand is on the third lightest neutral shade where it is more towards the light shimmery beige shade with fine glitters.

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™in Periwinkle

Periwinkle is light shimmery royal blue with glitters. This shade appear less opaque but it is definitely buildable depending on how prominent you want the shade to be.

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ in Peacock

Peacock is a medium turquoise with gold undertone. This finishes shimmery and it is less opaque but buildable. It is a very beautiful shade, one of my favorite.

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ in Onyx

Onyx is a black matte shade with glitters. For this shade, the glitters appear more prominent from the contrasting black shade.

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™in Lilac

Lilac is basically a faint purple shade where it has both shimmery and glitter finish. From the swatch above, you might notice it but I do think that it has a hint of pink undertone for this.

Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks™ in Candy

Candy is just like it’s name, a very sweet medium pink shimmery eye shadow with glitters.

Each of the eye shadow has a tab and sliding panel at their sides which allows them to be click-in to combine the shades you want. Be creative and it’s up to your preference to mix and match. I have created two simple look with a few of the eye shadows.

Look 1

Use an eye shadow brush and apply Candy on the eyelid.
Apply Lilac over the crease line to blend in with Candy using blending brush.
Also, apply on the same shade on the middle of the lower lash line.
Using the same brush, dip into Periwinkle and apply at the outer corner of the eyes.
Brighten the inner corners with Peacock and apply it using a precise brush.

Just finish up with eye liner, mascara on top and lower lashes. False lashes is definitely optional.

The look is very sweet as though you are in a cotton candy land.

It’s a very soft look yet colorful, suitable as a day makeup.

Look 2

Use an eye shadow brush to apply Candy over the eyelid.
Apply Periwinkle on the outer corner of the eyes with a blending brush.
Highlight over the inner corners using Sand with a precise brush.
Apply white eyeliner on the water line and lower lash line. Try to get it over the lashes for a bit too.
With an angled brush, top it over the white eyeliner with Peacock.

Finish off with eye liner and mascara only on the top lashes. Again, add false lashes if you want to.

This look is very similar with the first look but this has a bold lower lash line which adds more attention to the eyes.

The bold lower lash line brighten up the eyes, making it look bigger and attracts attention.

These eye shadows are only exclusively available at Watsons for MYR 13.90 each and they are already available over the shelves this month! Hop over to your nearest Watsons to check out on all the shades and have fun!

This eye shadows was provided by Revlon, kindly refer disclaimer.

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

Review: Revlon ColorSilk Hair Color, New Improved With 3D Technology For Longer Lasting Color & Smoother Hair

May 17, 2014 Leave a Comment

It has been a couple of months that I have lived with light-colored hair. However much I liked it, I have to admit that it requires quite an effort to maintain. With light-colored hair, they seem to look and felt more damaged, dry and brittle. I decided to dark again, not only to consider my mane health but with darker hair, it contrasts and makes my complexion look brighter. I had the chance to get my hands on an upcoming improved home hair dye kit that will be available in-store by July 2014, Revlon ColorSilk Hair Color.

Revlon has improved their existing hair coloring kit with 3D Color Technology that promises the ultimate multidimensional natural richer color.

There are 13 shades available nationwide and 1 limited shade that will be carried only by Guardian. Of all the shades, which do you think that I have chose?

‘Revlon ColorSilk™ with Revlon 3D Color Technology™ for long lasting, natural looking, multi-dimensional color.

Our Revlon 3D Color Technology™, with a combination of specially blended dyes, conditioners and polymers, delivers natural looking, multi-tonal color from root to tip, not only boosting your hair color but also adding definition and dimensionality. The result: completely transformed, natural looking, multifaceted color and shine.

Ammonia-Free Revlon ColorSilk™ is infused with nourishing Silk Proteins that penetrate every strand so that hair looks silky, healthy, shiny and in better condition than before you colored. It is also enriched with UV Defense to help keep color vibrant, dimensional and true. ColorSilk delivers beautiful color, silky shiny hair and 100% gray coverage.

Ammonia-free
With UV defense
100% gray coverage’

The new improved formula comes with simple face lift on the packaging. This hair dye kit is perfect for me as I’m looking for something that is less damaging, long lasting and covers grey. What makes a bonus to this hair dye kit is that it is enriched with UV Defense to help to keep the color vibrant and true.

Since I’m going darker again, I have selected dark brown. It is the darkest brown shade available. If you ask me, why didn’t I go for black hues? I’m honestly telling you that I’m not ready for it yet. Though I’m determined to go for darker hair, there is still part of me wanting to keep the brown tones.

At the side of the box described what are the possible outcome of using this shade. I was a little worried because the outcome shade on the box seems to appear slightly lighter than I expected. This is a halal certified hair dye for those who is concern.

Though it is ammonia free, it does contain hydrogen peroxide. It is found in the Cream Color Developer, an agent that helps to penetrate the color onto each hair strands. Also in general, this hair dye kit contains Paraben and alcohol.

Upon opening the hair dye kit, I was excited to see coupon on the box and after carefully reading it, it is only mean to be redeemed in US only. They do have another new hair dye kit, Revlon Luxurious ColorSilk Buttercream which is available only in US.

In the hair dye kit, there is a color cream developer, an ammonia-free colorant, after color conditioner, manual and a pair of disposable gloves. The disposable gloves are attached to the manual and I recommend to always read the manual before using the kit.

To prepare the dye is simply easy, just follow these steps.

Cut of the pointy tip of the cream color developer. Be careful as you cut it, there may be some cream oozes out.
Pour the ammonia-free colorant into cream color developer bottle and secure the bottle tightly.
Wear the disposable gloves and block the pointy tip of the cream color developer bottle. Shake the bottle gently until it is all evenly mixed.

What I have used to assist me to color me hair is a hair dye brush which I have bought for the longest time ever. I did this hair coloring job on my own and it isn’t that difficult to use it. Since it is ammonia-free, I love that it smells fruity and no heavy chemical scent. The texture of the cream is not too runny that it sticks very well onto the hair without dripping. However, I did accidentally drip it directly from the bottle onto my feet and the dye stays for few days eventhough I have used soap to clean it off. Could you imagine the staying power of this hair color? For first time users, you may just leave it for 20 minutes and since I’m looking onto grey coverage, it is advised to leave it for 30 minutes. So I did.

After 30 minutes, I rinsed off my hair until the water is clear. Without shampooing, I have used the After-Color Conditioner and it may looked just like other ordinary conditioner but I freaking love this! It makes my hair felt so smooth and healthy all over. I then question myself that if only Revlon would produce this conditioner as their hair care products, who knows maybe in the future they will. Pre-caution for those who is scent-sensitive because it has quite a strong scent of jasmine that lingers until the next wash.

Here is the comparison of my previous and current hair color. Big difference and I love it how dark it appears without looking black. It is slightly uneven on the on the crown area, I believe that is due to the duration difference of color development.

Just to share that I do shampoo my hair everyday. Some of you may think it’s unhealthy but going a day without shampooing my hair in this hot and humid weather just doesn’t work for me. After a week, I have also compared how well the shade lasted since I wash my hair daily.

Above all…

Way before this, I have used the earlier version of the same Revlon ColorSilk and honestly speaking, I didn’t like it because the color fades away pretty fast and I gave up trying over the same kit. Since that I’ve used the improved formula, I’m impressed and have planned to stock in a few more once it is launched in the stores. It left my hair soft, smooth and less damaged. Not to mention the shade lasted longer than before. The grey coverage is not as perfect but it could cover most of it. I would say give it a try if you’re always coloring your hair.

Retail Price: MYR24.90

Availability: July 2014, all leading pharmacies nationwide, supermarket and selected departmental stores.

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PROs:

Prominent shade
No ammonia
Less damaging
Softer and smoother hair
Affordable

CONs:

Grey coverage isn’t perfect

My Rating: 4.9/5

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This hair dye was provided by Revlon for review purposes, kindly refer disclaimer.

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

WIN! Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipsticks, 3 Sets Up For Grab!

April 1, 2014 20 Comments

March came passing by so quickly and eventful. Here comes my birthday month and to give back to you for those who have supported me strongly in my years of blogging (Youtube too). I know it’s 1st April but this ain’t no April fool. Let’s have a look what to win for this giveaway!

It’s the Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipsticks! There are 3 sets to win, each set has two different shades. These lipsticks was launched quite a while ago and you can check the shades from my post of Launch of Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede. Before sharing how you could win these lipsticks, let’s check on what other bloggers has to say about it!

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Everyone rocked their lipsticks beautifully, isn’t it? Thank you girls! Since there are 3 sets to win, I would like to share the shades of each set for a better selection for you to participate.

Set A – Iconic & Preview

Iconic – brown with gold shimmer
Preview – medium magenta

Suitable for those who wants to strive for slightly bolder look.

Set B – High Heels & Private Viewing

High Heels – candy pink
Private Viewing – nude with gold shimmer

Great for everyday look yet innocent

Set C – Fashion Forward & Womenswear

Fashion Forward – dark plum
Womenswear – medium pink

Shades that is awesome to bring the boldness out of you.

Terms & Conditions

Open to all Malaysia residents, participants who is aged 18 below will have to seek for parent’s permission
Only one set, one comment per participant. Strictly no spamming. If you are commenting for the first time, your comment will be held for approval. Don’t worry, I ‘ll check them daily.
For serious participants only who sincerely care to support all beauty knowledge in LaVogueFemme.com, not to only aim for freebies.
Winner will be selected based on their creativity in their comments and will be announced in my Facebook.
Giveaway ends on 15 April 2014 at 11:59pm (Malaysia time).
Winners will also be notified through email, please do respond in 48 hours to avoid prize being forfeited.
Prize will be mailed personally by me.

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