At a recent luncheon hosted by Benefit Singapore, I was able to meet Maggie and Annie Ford Danielson, the stunning and statuesque daughters of Jean Ford, who co-founded Benefit Cosmetics in 1976 with her sister Jane Ford. Also known as Benefit’s Makeup Trend Artists, Annie and Maggie travel…
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I fell in love with this lipgloss way back when it still cost S$24 (MAC Lipglasses now retail at S$28). Below is my review of Nico, written 10 (!) years ago, in 2001. — This lavender Lipglass is a winner with me, not least because of its little…
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Another surprise gift from Iris (my makeup fairy!), this retractable eyeshadow crayon delighted me not only because it was unexpected but also because it is beautifully encased in a rose gold tube. I find it hard to resist a good pewter eyeshadow and I think Iris knew this…
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Made in Japan, this Maybelline lipstick from years back surpassed many high-end ones that were produced during its time, thanks to its smooth quality and refined texture. I can’t remember when it was introduced but I do remember being pleasantly surprised when I learnt that it was made…
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When Iris offered me this palette, I told her to give it to her other friends, having benefitted from her generosity numerous times. However, she insisted that I keep it and exhorted me to try the smokier shades, pointing specifically to the grey and plum pans. I’m glad…
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After the recent Lancôme Maqui Miracle presentation I attended, I was given this shadow set to review. Aptly named ‘Star of the Night’ in French, Étoile du Soir comprises: A translucent glimmery white A satin dove grey A shimmery greened pewter A sparkly silver embossed with the famous…
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