NARS Barcelona and Syracuse

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Me after 6 hours of wearing the foundation. It offers a dewy finish. Sorry for the poor lighting.

As you may have observed, NARS Barcelona is slightly lighter than MAC NC35. It may match people with NC 30 shades. Also, NARS Syracuse is a tad lighter than MAC NC45. It may match people with NC40-42 shades.

Personally, I combine both to achieve my exact shade.

Airtech Pro II Airbrush System

Description from the seller:

AirTechPro II Airbrush System is an air-operated tool that sprays fine mists so makeup will settle evenly on your skin. Makeup can be done in 2-3 minutes!

AirTechPro II Airbrush System will help you achieve flawless, natural-looking, high-definition but lightweight feel of makeup on your face... for hours without retouching! It's like applying makeup like a PRO!

AirTechProII Airbrush System is NOT limited to any brand or formula of airbrush makeup. We know that everyone has different skin types and skin has different reactions to different products and formulas. With AirTechPro Airbrush System, you can use ANY silicone-based or water-based airbrush makeup brand of your choice!

Say goodbye to sponges and dirty makeup brushes! Hello AirTechPro!
Are you ready for airbrush? Get your own system now!

AirTechPro II Airbrush Set Inclusions:
-1 compressor
-1 airbrush gun set*
-1 power adapter
-1 hose
-1 instructions manual
-1 warranty card
PRICE: 6,500 for the whole set



Airbrush Gun Specs:
- Nozzle size:0.3mm (perfect nozzle size for makeup)
- Cup capacity:2cc
- Pressure: 15 PSI
- Air output per minute:15L/min
Inclusions:
- 1 Gun, Dropper, disassembling Tool and Case
- NOTE: These high-quality airbrush guns are similar to quality as high-end guns of well-known US, European and Taiwanese brands, since they are from the same manufacturer.




AirTechPro II Compressor Specs:
- Voltage: 220Volts
- Current: less than 800MA
- Power: 9W
- Pressure: 15PSI
- More than 13L/min Continuous Air Output
- Very advanced Non-cylinder and non-oil type design w/ no maintenance
required
- lightweight & portable at only 0.65grams (less than 1kg)
- Ajustable air pressue (Low, Mid, Hi)
- Built-In Airbrush holder
-Sold with set only

I'm enjoying this set. It takes practice to perfect the strokes.

Practice makes perfect and perfect practice makes permanent!

Make Up For Ever Brow Corrector in 0

my sister wearing MUFE brow corrector
(She did her own make-up; I did her brows)

Pros:

Waterproof

Highly Pigmented. A little goes a long way

Time Saving. Merges the effect of a brow powder and a brow set

Cons:

Price. It retails for Php 1280 (However the combination of In2it and MAC Browset would cost you more)

Is it needed or nice to have?

You definitely need this if you have plans of becoming a make-up professional

Will I repurchase?

Yes! I got the last stock in MUFE Shang yesterday :p

Rating: 4/5

MAC Browset in Girlboy

my sister wearing MAC Girl Boy

Pros:

Perfect for people with thick brows who are tired with just a clear mascara

Tames unruly brows with a touch of color

Complements the overall look of people with cool skin tones

This can be used for both sexes (well, I use it - haha)

Cons:

Application could get messy for first time users

Price. It retails for Php 950

Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally use it. This is one of my favorite MAC products

Will I repurchase?

Yes!

Rating: 4/5

Elianto Nose Shaper Brush

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Website description:

Get appearance of a slimmer nose with this! Apply colour along sides of nose brushing downwards over the nostril area and tip. Skip the nose's bony ridge as this will be highlighted against the contoured areas.

Pros:

• Versatile. It was originally designed to be a nose shader brush; but this works more as a crease brush especially for small eyes. You can also use this brush to deposit color on the hollows of the crease.
• Cheap. Retails for about Php 170

Cons:

It sheds most of the time

Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think that you need it

Will I repurchase?

Yes

Rating: 4/5. (I could have given it a five if not for the shedding)

MAC 109 Brush

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MAC Website describes it as:

Use on the face to apply, blend or contour powder products. Softly rounded dome tip delivers just enough colour; smoothly blends colour into the face. Of natural fibres.

Pros:

Versatile. It can be used to apply foundation for an airbrush finish. Also, it can also be used to apply contour on the hollows of the cheeks and jawline as well. Finally, you can use this to apply powder on the under-eye area and highlighter on the highest planes of the cheeks.

Cons:

• It’s expensive. Got this in Singapore for Php 2200
• It sheds during the first few use and when you use it to apply liquid foundation

Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think it’s nice to have

Will I repurchase?

No. I think with proper use, this will last me a long time if not a lifetime

Rating: 3/5

Elf Studio Line Powder Brush

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Elf website describes it as:

This new anti bacterial, synthetic haired Taklon brush is softer and more absorbent and can be used with wet or dry products. Be a professional makeup artist and create a flawless look with this e.l.f. studio brush!
-Creates a professional sculpted look
-Full coverage color
-Use for powder or blush for perfect contouring
*Vegan Friendly

Pros:

• Cheap. Got it for Php 330 (including shipping) from an online seller. It retails for Php 250 in local Elf counters

• Versatile. It can be used to buff powder for a flawless finish or to apply foundation for an airbrush finish

Cons:

• Unstable handle. Mine was wobbly. I had to literally remove the handle from the ferrule and re-attach it to make it more stable.

• The overall diameter of the bristles may be too wide for liquid foundation application.

Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think it’s nice to have; but if you are a powder junkie, this is a must

Will I repurchase?

No. I have my eyes on Sigma F80

Rating: 4/5