Delightful Illusions: pink

Hey, guys! If you have seen my previous post, you know that I tried to dupe the Melt Cosmetics Gemini Palette. I had fun doing it and so now I have also tried to dupe the Huda Beauty Nudes Obsessions Light Palette from my current eyeshadow collection. In all honesty, I don't feel like buying from Huda Beauty at all because they seem so shady; copying marketing strategies, allegedly stealing product ideas and releasing them ahead of companies who originally came up with the ideas, and just the fact that their products are unnecessarily expensive. I have noticed similarities from two palettes that I own to a couple of palettes that company has released. The fact that these palettes have been released before the Huda Beauty palettes made me think that they were inspired by the palettes that I am about to mention.

Way back in the last quarter of 2019, Huda Beauty released 3 9-pan palettes that are definitely similar to their larger palettes. These are the fairly new Nude Obsessions eyeshadow collection which are kind of the mini versions of their larger palettes. The Light Palette caught my eye because it contains mauve, pinks, and lavender shades that are redundant in their recent releases. It's like they made the people buy their overly expensive palettes and just a few months later, released mini versions which are still expensive. This company is so repetive. Ugh! Anyway, I have noticed that I already own the shades from the Light Palette that's why I did some swatching and realized that people don't need to buy this palette anymore since these are fairly common shades. I stumbled upon this gorgeous photo from @skaanderup95 feauturing the swatches of the said palette.

I noticed that the Focallure Perth Palette and Sweet As Honey Palette contain shades that are close dupes of the ones from the said palette. I consider these two palettes as sisters since one has more shimmers, metallics and glitter shade while the other has more mattes that are complementary to the former. This Perth palette was released last year around the month of June and I bought this immediately because of the color scheme. As I have said earlier, I noticed that the are shades that can be dupes and these are:

HNO Light - Shade 1 vs. Perth - Shrimp: This shade is described as matte cool-toned dark mauve. Shrimp is a lighter mauve, but I think if your build this shade on your lids it would achieve a close look.
HNO Light - Shade 7 vs. Perth - Fremantle: This is a shimmery coral shade. Fremantle is more is a lot darker and more orangey. This definitely not a nude shade, but I still think it would still fit on this color scheme.
HNO Light - Shade 8 vs. Perth - Vegemite: This is a matte light coral shade.Vegemite is also a light coral but it lacks vibrancy. I really don't mind that since you always build up shadows for opacity.
HNO Light - Shade 9 vs. Perth - Mount Eliza: This shade is described as a matte medium warm brown. Mount Eliza is close dupe and shades like these can be found in almost every palette.

Some of the shades can be found in this Focallure Sweet As Honey Palette. This palette was released last quarter of 2018. When the Huda Beauty Retrograde Palette was release, I can't help but think that it was inspired by this palette. This palette has more muted matte shades and popping shimmers, and the Retrograde Palette has more of pop of colors. It's like they took inspiration from the color scheme of this palette and tweaked some shades so it won't look so similar. I know Focallure is known for duping makeup products and selling those for affordable prices, but since Huda Beauty is such a shady company and I love this palette, I am gonna be shady too. I think that they took inspiration from this palette. My mind can't be changed.

This is a sister palette of the Perth Palette and some of the shades from the Light Palette can be found here as well. These are the following:

HNO Light - Shade 2 vs. Perth - Witchcraft: This shade looks different in some lightings and angles. Basing from the photo I found. this shade looks like a pinky purple shimmer. Witchcraft has darker base but I think it still has that pinky purple vibes. I have worn this shade a few times on my lids and I fell in love everytime. This gives me that classic Barbie inspired makeup look.
HNO Light - Shade 3 vs. Perth - Pale Chesnut: This is described as a matte medium pink shade. I don't have this particular shade but Pale Chesnut is lighter mauve and I think it is a good replacement. This looks lighter on the lids and it is a good transition shade for mauve and pink eyeshadow looks.
HNO Light - Shade 4 vs. Perth - Pure Copper: This is a metallic medium brown shade. Pure Copper is a little bit warmer but I think it isn't really much of a difference once applied on the lids.
HNO Light - Shade 1 vs. Perth - Cosmic Latte: It's a matte beige shadow that is common to most eyeshadow palettes. I realized that I should have chosen Desert Sand instead of Cosmic Latte since the latter is deeper. Anyway, it is still a base shade and any shadow like is a replacement.

Lastly, that lavender with gold shift shade has a dupe I found on the Sleek Oh So Special Palette which is still one of my favorites. This palette was released most probably 10 years earlier before the Light Palette came out. Sleek more likely has the original idea and their shadows have nice pigmentation and texture which is consistent through the years. In the Oh So Special, the shade is called Gateau and is lovely all over the lids. If you have this palette, don't buy the Huda Beauty one anymore because they are the same. Save your money, people.

What did you think of my dupes, guys? I know mine is a lot warmer and darker, but I prefer this color palette than the one from Huda Beauty. These three palettes are cheaper combined compared to the Huda Beauty palette. Are they insane? Why is a 9-pan palette $37 dollars? That's a total scam. I know I sound so hateful but I am really just not buying the bullshit that some of these so-called "high-end" brands have. If you are like me who doesn't want to waste so much money on makeup that would definitely expire in a couple of year, definitely shop your stash and hunt for some dupes.

I had fun doing these type of posts and searching for dupes that I already have on my collection. I might do another one soon since I determined in helping you save money and buy affordable alternatives. These are mad times and we better save our money for necessities, not wants and vices. I hope you enjoyed this post and I have lots of posts that you can read as well while your are on quarantine. Thank you so much for stopping by. Have a great day. Stay safe.

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Hi! It's a cold, stormy Friday here in the Philippines today and I thought it would be the perfect time to write a blog post. I was supposed to blog about my current product empties but I wasn't in the mood to do that. Then, I browsed some blog posts on Google and I found this tag that has been going around on the beauty blogs and videos for a while named The Blush Tag (from BLOGHER). This tag is so interesting and seems fun to about blushes so I gave it a shot.

Makeup products are my favorite things since I was in College and started collecting on my 2nd year. I have accumulated a lot of stuff but I also got rid of so many. I have always kept my collection on a minimum number because I don't need 20 blushed at the same time. Currently, I have 13 blushes on my stash and I think that would be enough to do this tag. If you are interested on the blushes that I will be showing, just keep on reading. :)

BEST PACKAGING

I have to say, this Revlon A Floral Affair Blush in Pinking Of You has the best packaging for blushes. They don't look that much cute or pretty in terms of graphics, but it's so sturdy and survived for 7 years that I have this. It's sleek, fits on any of my makeup bags and is great for travelling. Why is it good for travelling? The packaging doesn't break! This has a strong and stable packaging for drugstore item. A big thumbs up!

*This was a limited edition but you can still get this on Amazon. Just click the link. :)

PRETTIEST COLOR

The blush on the San San Da Red Collection Face Palette in Flaunt To Impress has a pretty semi-metallic bubblegum pink shade. It glides on smoothly to the skin and blendable as well. I bought this in 2010 and I'm sure that you cannot get this anymore because it's limited edition as well. As far as I remember, I didn't use this much because this is too much for school. It makes my cheeks pop. Haha! :)

MOST PIGMENTED

For this category, we'll go back to that Revlon blush I've talked about earlier. I swatched all of my blushes and this is the most pigmented one. This a matte blush with 3 coordinating shades. I apologize for my lousy camera and natural gloomy lighting; It's kind of disappointing to that blush shows as peachy on the photo. In real life, these are pink shades. :) When combined together, it give my cheeks a pop of healthy and radiant bright pink glow. I love this blush as the same as it makes me feel younger whenever I wear this.

BEST EVERYDAY BLUSH

This e.l.f. Studio Blush in Tickled Pink looks nothing on the pan. Just apply this to your cheeks, blend it, and boom! It looks beautiful! I didn't liked this that much when I bought this (almost 6 years ago) and didn't care that to use over the past years. I pulled this out this year out of my stash because I included this in a project that I currently have. I rediscovered this product and as I use it everyday, I begin to appreciate this blush. It's one those blushes that you didn't like at first, but the more you use it, the more you like it. I love how this can go subtle and be buildable at the same time. This particular shade is perfect for everyday because it goes with any look that I use. :)

PARTY BLUSH

Party blush?? What do they mean by that? A blush that's perfect party? A blush that looks like a party? I'm not really sure. Haha! Anyways, I chose this EB Advance Blush Duo in Golden Goddess as my party blush (the pink one). My camera didn't do justice on how amazing this blush is; it's this fruit punch pink with gold undertones and has gold micro-glitters that is so reflective on the cheeks. The quality of the blush is great; it's pigmented, finely-milled, glides on smoothly, and just gorgeous in general. I think that this is kind of similar to NARS Orgasm Blush, just more pink than coral. This blush will be perfect for parties because it screams "PARTY!!" itself. You'll feel indeed like a goddess when wearing this blush.

REGRET PURCHASING

This blush from elf, from a palette which isn't being sold anymore, is by far the worst. This looks like an ordinary pink blush from the drugstore. But, this isn't a blush at all. As you can see from the swatch below, it doesn't have a decent pigmentation to be called a blush. It's so chalky and powdery; it fades into a a glitter dump once blended on the skin. This wouldn't even work as a highlight. It sucks! I don't even use this and wouldn't bother it until I decide to throw it away one day.

LEAST USED

This blush included in the The Balm Autobalm California Face Palette is my least used because I don't want to wear it down yet. The Balm Cosmetics is expensive here in the Philippines, and this baby isn't gonna be used just yet. It's a nice natural looking blush that is good for everyday flush of color on the cheeks. I just don't want to use it yet. Haha! :)

MOST USED/BLUSHES YOU DON'T WANT TO LET GO OF

The Nichido True Colors Collection Blush in Cool Rum is most used blush in my stash. It's great for warming the face, contouring, and just a warm mid-tone blush for everyday use. It is evident in this photo that I love it so much it's half-way gone. I'm so in love with this color! 💖👌

FAVORITE BLUSH BRAND

The Nichido True Colors Collection Blushes, of course. They're affordable, it's only Php 88 each. They have a great color pay-off and an array of color selection which suits Filipina skin. For a start, buy this blush trio which contains a peach, warm mid-tone coral, and blushing pink blushes. I forgot the exact price but I'm pretty sure that they don't exceed from Php 300.

GREATEST BLUSH DISCOVERY

This blush duo is my greatest discovery just yet. I didn't imagine that a drugstore brand from the local market could produce such good quality products that costs only Php 220. I recommend buying one of these. You won't regret.

MOST PRACTICAL

The San San Age Defense Blush in Peach Glow is the most practical in my collection. It does give a natural peach glow in your face, has age defense ingredients, protects the skin from the harmful rays of the sun, and nourishes the skin with Vitamins A,C, and E. It's a makeup that beautifies and takes care of the skin. So practical!

LEAST PRACTICAL

None. I don't have any.

MOST EXPENSIVE

It's also the Revlon blush I have talked about earlier. I forgot the exact price, but I paid for Php 700 or above for the blush.

LEAST EXPENSIVE

The same San San blush I mentioned above is my least expensive blush. It only costs Php 125, sold exclusively at HBC stores. What are you waiting for? Go and grab one!

This tag is so fun. I enjoyed going through my collection and swatching the blushes. I rediscovered things and I want to use some of these in next days. I tag all of you to this because blushes are too beautiful not be to be talked about and shared. I hoped you liked this post and do this as well. Please leave your post's link or video link on the comments area if you have done this tag too. I'll read them. Thank you so much for dropping by and read this blog. I hope you are all having a great day. I'll talk to you soon. Stay safe. 💕

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Love is in the air, I see hearts everywhere. Valentine's Day is coming up -- within two days to be exact. Isn't it exciting? :) Haha! For the first time in my 21 years of existence, I got so excited for the V-day. What's up with me? Hmmm. :) Anyways, I was able to do my nails yesterday and I came up with a simple nail art that I will be wearing for the big day. I bought my outfit like a ago, I might post an outfit of the day. I'm sorry if this is the only post I have for the season of love, I had many ideas but they were not put into action. My apologies. ^_^

This is the final design I came up with.

As I have said, my finished work is simple, I just added some nail decorative stones. Red is too mainstream for Valentine's day so I opted for pink. Who's with me? Haha! Pink gives a youthful and lively vibe, like what I'm feeling right now. :D I used a Barbie pink color as a base for my nail art. You can use any shade of pink that you like if you decided to try/re-create this design.

To be a little bit different than the usual, I have put the nail decorations only on my thumbs and pinky fingers. These stones were actually posted on my What I Got For The Holidays post. If you are interested on where did get these, please visit the linked post. :) I placed that stones in a completely random order. As you can see, I filled up the whole space of a finger to make those selected to stand out. The decorations are reflective in person, my camera didn't give justice to the beauty of these.

Since the remaining fingers are pretty plain, I coated those with frosted lilac color. It's the Lilac Pearl from San San, which was was featured on my Purple Fantasy nail of the week post. Two coats for intensified reflection.

Final look. :)

Tips:
1. Let the base color dry for 20 minutes for a flawless canvas.
2. When the base had dried, put a top coat. Then put the stones in order that you like. press it hard enough to make it stay intact for at least a week.
3. Two coats of top coat over the decorations for longevity.
4. The nail art will last long depending on how careful you are. :)

Products used:

Caronia Nail Hardener and Base Coat - department stores, grocery stores, beauty shops
BK 08 (Pink) Blueberry - online shops
Nail Art Stones - Chinese boutiques, online shops
San San Nail Polish in Lilac Pearl - HBC
My Polish Top Coat - beauty stores

Is this post helpful? Did you like my work? Please let me know by leaving a comment. I hope you enjoyed this post. Talk to you soon. Have a great day. Stay safe. XOXO with lots of love.

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Hello! How's everyone doing? It's chilly here. Again. Because of the upcoming storm next week. Anyways, I just want to post about some sort of a flashback, like a Flashback Friday. This is a look that I posted from my previous blog, Mistaken Glance. Since I don't have any beauty post this month, I thought of re-posting this look. I hope you like it and give it a try. :)

My first makeup tutorial ever. I am apologizing in advance for some flaws you will be seeing in my tutorial. I am not a professional makeup artist nor a makeup student so please bare with me. This is a simple look. I hope you'll like this. ;D For this look, I will be using the G-Lish Colour Pot in Mystique. You can use similar shades containing this pan.

Before putting any makeup, make sure to apply moisturizer. After doing so, apply your favorite foundation, conceal your flaws and pat a setting powder on your face. Sorry for the undone eyebrows. Hehe.

Click the images for a larger view.

Put an eye shadow primer.
Apply the pale pink shade, which serves as the base color, all over the lids.
Put the pale violet shade over the pale pink shade for some sort of lavender shade.

3. Take the berry shade and gently pat it on half of the lid to the outer thirds. Then, extend it up to the crease. Use a pencil shaped makeup brush for contouring. Blend the shadow in the crease with an angled eye makeup brush. 4. Then apply the dark plumy eggplant shade and pat it on the outer thirds up to the crease. Then blend the shades with an angled eye makeup brush. 5. Use the pale pink eye shadow as an eyeliner for the water line.

6. Take the berry shade again and smudge a little under you waterline. I used a flat eyeliner brush to do thin line.

7. Use the sheer white shade to highlight the brow bones and put some at inner corners of your eyes.

8. Then apply a black eyeliner on the upper lash line. I used a powder liner so it's not vivid. You always have the options for eyeliners.

9. Finally, apply a mascara, put some blush on and lipstick. I used a sheer pinky peach blush and coral lipstick and topped it with a nude lipgloss. Here is the finished look...

Products I used for this look...

Face - The Face Shop Arsainte Eco Therapy Ice Line Super Gel, Ever Bilena Pro Flawless Finish Foundation in Gold, Oraganic Wear Pressed Powder in Translucent Light, Elf Face Stick, Nichido Final Powder in So Natural, Elf Studio Golden Bronzer and Elf Studio Contour and Blushing Compact

Eyes - Elf Eyelid Primer, G-Lish Colour Pot in Mystiques, Revlon Shadow/Liner in Naturally Glamorous and Clinique Doubling Effect Mascara

Lips - Revlon Lustrous Lipstick in Rosedew and Revlon Lustrous Lip gloss in Nude Lustre.

Please excuse my messy hair and oily face. I was in a hurry to this and it was really hot when I shot these photos. If you have any suggestion for improvement, hit the comment box. Opinions and suggestions are always welcome. If you tried this look, please post a picture on Delightful Illusions' Fan Page, click here.

Did you like the look? Would you try it? Let me know. Thank you so much for reading. Talk to you soon. Have a nice day. Stay safe. XOXO

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