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Sephora Play! May 2018

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Hello Everybody! It’s time again for a review of what’s inside my Sephora Play! this month of May. As expected, there are some repeat products and a few new ones that I haven’t tried before. But it’s no surprise because this month is all about product roundups that became so popular and have achieved cult status as a celebration of Sephora Play’s 2nd year Anniversary.

 

Let’s take a closer look at the products I got this month…

 

Buxom Lash Mascara

 

Buxom Lash Mascara (0.37 oz: $20) – I didn’t expect much from this mascara at first, but when I applied it on my lashes, I then realize that I actually love it. It curls and separates the lashes well and it doesn’t smudge. It has a volumizing and lengthening effect and it keeps the lashes looking glam and dramatic for a long time. I also have not noticed any eye irritations. So this is a big hit for me.

 

Buxom Lash Mascara review

 

Atelier Cologne Clรฉmentine California Absolue Pure Perfume (0.37 oz-6.7 oz: $26-$195) – Probably the most popular scent from Atelier Cologne and one of the best-scented colognes ever, I wouldn’t be surprised if this fresh Clementine Orange fragrance has achieved cult status. It’s one of the most perfect summer signature scents to have, and that’s why you may keep finding this in your Sephora Play box as it does for me.

 

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer (0.25 oz-1.5 oz: $12-$49) – This is one of the best face primers ever and you will never be disappointed when using this. It keeps the makeup stay longer and it blurs the pores. I also keep receiving this on my Sephora Play and have purchased several small sizes of this for traveling. It’s worth stocking up on and it’s perfect for my oily-prone skin.

 

Bareminerals Mineral Veil Setting Powder

 

Alterna Haircare Caviar CC Cream for Hair 10-in-1 Complete Correction (2.5 oz-5.1 oz: $26-$42) – Got so excited when I saw this in this month’s box. I’m a huge Alterna Haircare fan, and this is such a nice little deal. I love the scent of this which is very similar to the Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Shampoo and Conditioner (reviewed HERE). This cream is the extension of that haircare mentioned, and it’s a versatile leave-in conditioner treatment that helps the hair in a lot of ways; such as making it shiny, preventing it from constant breaking, protecting it from extreme heat or styling, and making it more manageable, to mention a few. A little bit goes a long with this, and so far, what I noticed is that it really relaxes the strands of my hair and it tames frizzes and flyaways even for the next day. It’s also very reliable for this summer heat.

 

Bareminerals Mineral Veil Setting Powder (0.3 oz: $23) – This powder is very fine-milled, so soft and it controls oil and shine. It sets the foundation well and I noticed that it kept my oily-prone skin from being oily too soon. It actually comes in different finishes, but what I got is the sheer version which is so light and it doesn’t leave a white cast on my face. I was a bit weary before testing this since I tend to react on some Bareminerals powder foundations, but so far, this one seems ok.

 

Sephora Collection Mud Mask Purifying & Mattifying (1.0 oz-2.03 oz: $10-$20) – One of my most favorite mud masks of all time, and it works very well. For me, this is the next best thing to Glamglow Supermud Maskย (HERE) because this also controls oil or excess sebum and it clarifies the skin. It cleanses deep into the pores yet it comes at a much more affordable price. I also think that this has a slightly better scent because even though this is also quite earthy like the Supermud, I find that this has a bit of a fresher note. Though this doesn’t set as well as Glamglow because it has some clumps (which doesn’t really bother me), I find that this mask is still a very good deal.

 

sephora play may 2018

 

Bottom line, this month’s Sephora Play has been quite useful for me, even though some products were already repeated but at least they’re one of my favorites. Did you like the stuff you got this month?

 

 

 

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

 

Oh Hey There! As I have mentioned before, finally, hereโ€™s my very own review of a couple of Atelier Cologne scents which are making a lot of noise in the scent department nowadays. I first discovered Atelier Colognes from one of the sample scents that was included in my Sephora Play! Box, and I fell in love with the brand right then and there.

I love colognes, eau de toilettes and anything lightly-scented during spring and summer, and the Atelier Colognes have just the perfect scents for these seasons. Be it fruit, floral or slightly warm and woody, thereโ€™s definitely an Atelier Cologne perfume for that.

 

Atelier Cologne Perfume

 

I love the fact that the brand has literally lots of different fragrances to choose from, and thereโ€™s even different sets of fragrances that complements your lifestyle, makeup and personal story. For this review, Iโ€™ve chosen the Atelier Cologne Perfume Palette, which is basically a set of samples of the brandโ€™s colognes that complements different kinds of makeup look, or should I say highlights your best makeup features. On top of that, the scents in this set are full of the brandโ€™s bestselling scent, and thereโ€™s 8 to choose from. Isnโ€™t that cool?

 

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

 

Now letโ€™s start.


 

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

 

The No-Makeup Makeup Scents: (For those who likes to go Au-Naturel).

  • Orange Sanguine โ€“ Smells like true sweet orange and orange peel. This scent is delish and I really love it even though it doesnโ€™t last long enough for me. A pure orange scent for those who canโ€™t get enough of oranges and more oranges.
  • Clementine California โ€“ Just like freshly-squeezed clementines and mandarins, this scent is fresh and juicy. Itโ€™s slightly different from Orange Sanguine, because this scent is more green and slightly citrusy, like a fresh burst of Clementine with a hint of sandalwood. Love that this is very long lasting and itโ€™s ideal for this spring and summer.

The Red Lips Scents: (For Retro Lovers).

  • Vanille Insensรฉe โ€“ Just like a warm toasted vanilla with a hint of coriander and a bit of jasmine, this particular scent is mind-blowing and mysterious. Itโ€™s not the delicious vanilla type of scent, but more of a mature sexy vanilla tone, and the dry-down is even more enthralling. Itโ€™s like youโ€™ve known this scent before, but you donโ€™t really know what it is.
  • Rose Anonyme โ€“ Definitely a rose petal scent with hints of something earthy like patchouli and ginger. Itโ€™s pretty long-wearing and dry-down becomes powdery-rose. To me, I think itโ€™s quite similar to a couple of Chloe Perfumes, specially the Lโ€™eau de Chloe Eau de Toilette. Mysterious, fresh and unique.

 


 

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

 

For Smokey Eyes: (What Happened Last Night?).

  • Santal Carmin โ€“ With bergamot, sandalwood and vanilla, this scent is slightly masculine but can also be a unisex scent and quite fresh. It doesnโ€™t last very long on me though, and the dry-down is kinda sweet. Itโ€™s also subtly musky but still great enough as an anytime or anywhere scent.
  • Oud Saphir โ€“ A deep, dark, musky and woody scent. Very very masculine but dries into a soft woody-floral note. I could sense the blend of jasmine, oud and suede in this cologne. Dark, smoldering, sexy and very long-wearing.

Sun-Kissed Glow Lovers (For those vacayholics and contouring/strobing fanatics).

  • Sud Magnolia โ€“ A little musky, a little fruity, a little flowery. Such is the blend of this amazing and complicated scent. It comes off as musky and earthy at first, then dries down to something very pleasant, very dreamy, very green and ocean-like. A perfect vacay scent with notes of orange, blackcurrant, magnolia and cedarwood. What a beautiful blend this is and the wear time is pretty good too. Also, this scent reminds me of Hermรจs Garden Collectionย fragrances, reviewed HERE. Like a cross between Un Jardin Sur Le Nil and Un Jardin Sur Le Toit.
  • Cรจdre Atlas โ€“ The moment I sprayed this on my wrist, I felt like I was whisked away to another world, somewhere near the pacific or near white sands and beaches. No, I wasnโ€™t hangover or anything, heheh, I just know that the scent is simply divine and irresistible. A great aquatic scent that has lemon, bergamot, cedarwood and amber. It smells very much like Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue.

 

Another great thing that I enjoy about Atelier Colognes are the intriguing and unclichรฉ story behind each and every scent. I always read them because I find them to be captivating, romantic and cute.

Atelier Cologne Perfume Review

 

Of all the scents tested here, my top favorites are: Orange Sanguine, Clementine California, Rose Anonyme, Sud Magnolia and Cรจdre Atlas.

This limited edition Atelier Cologne Perfume Palette Set is available in Sephora for $18.

With all the great scents that Atelier Cologne has to offer, itโ€™s easy to find one that will become your signature scent. Have you tried any Atelier Colognes before? If so, whatโ€™s your fave?

 

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