Three in one: FOTD, Qianyu Palette Review and New hair

As the title suggests, this post features three topics. Shortcut? Maybe

Let us begin with this palette I received from my friend Leola. She requested a review. Firstly I would not call myself a “Makeup snob” although i have snobbed some items in the past. So if it was up to me i may not have picked up this palette. It’s called Qianyu  and this one is the No. 04, made in China. What captivated me were the vibrant metallic shades. Boy was i curious to see if pigmentation matched the appearance.

See for yourself

The palette:

Doesn’t look like much, but after swatching, i was so pleasantly surprised by the colour payoff, i couldn't wait to try these on my eyes.

The Swatches:

Honestly, can you tell the difference?

Now the best thing about this palette is the price, at TT$11.95 how can you go wrong?

Close up swatches: (click to enlarge)

The FOTD:

Ps: I took the opportunity to play around with my Razzle Dazzle lipstick palette

First pic: So natural

Second pic: Bon Bon

Third pic: A mixture of Gold Rush and Copper Kiss

More Pics: (click the pic to enlarge)

Colours used:

The review

Pros:

1.  Insanely cheap TT$11.95 available at your friendly neighbourhood Pennywise Cosmetics. Great choice if you’re on a budget.

2.  Insanely pigmented! Immense colour pay-off.

3.  The variety of shades – light to dark – is not too shabby.

4.  Easy to blend. Especially the darker colours. Creamy consistency.

Cons:

1. Considerable amount of fall out. I suggest you apply your eye shadow before foundation or create a barrier under eyes with a loose powder.

2.  Must, MUST apply a primer before applying. UDPP or Two Faced Eye Shadow Insurance, pretty much any good quality primer. These will crease!

3.  Sticky base should be used to minimize fall out like the Jumbo Pencils. (I used Arlene Villarule’s Amplified.

4.  Makeup snobs may not buy this because hey it’s cheap and who made it anyway??

5.  They literally stain! Make sure you have a very good makeup remover.

Final thoughts:

I personally love these. Like most eye shadows, a good primer/base is the key to longer lasting wear without too much fading/creasing. If everyone can buy Wet n Wild palettes, these babies deserve a try. I am definitely getting the other palettes. Love it!

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 

And finally! Did you dig my new hairstyle??? Just needed to give my hair a little break.

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