Got a wonderful gift! =D

Some days ago I received a wonderful package from my blogging bestie Iris (I am sure you know here blog, if not then click here) =D
I know her for over 4 years now (she kindly CPed tons of Japanese beauty stuff for me while she was in Japan! I bet she must have spent dozens of hours shopping, wrapping and sending out my stuff lol!) and we even met once (so far...) =D


She sent me the most wonderful skincare, and it came right in time after my Grapia Peel disaster!

The BabiesOnly Let's Face It skincare kit consists of organic skincare from Australia so mild that you could use it on your baby!
I love the cute logo and hot pink/lime colors used for the labels and bag!


It contains a Rose Milk Cleanser, Rose Mineral Water Spritzer (this is so yummy on hot days!), Pure Rosehip Oil (you cannot imagine how soft and even my skin got after just 2 days of using this!) and Rosehip Cream (great for a more intense night care!)
I love the herbal smell of the products and their performance is just great!


She also sent me a whopping 11 face masks (I had already used one when I took the pic haha!) from The Face Shop in a variety of versions (great to try various masks for different purposes!). These are among the first The Face Shop masks I own and they're really nice and hydrating!


I also got a cute letter and some Kenzoki samples I am very eager to try out as I read great things about Kenzoki!
Thanks so much to my dear for her most generous gift!! *smooch*

The Face Shop Baked Triple Eyeshadow 02 vs. Laneige Snow Radiant Eyes 03

As I mentioned several times I feel very attracted by baked powder products like eyeshadows, blushes and powders.

Today I will present you 2 very pretty neutral trios that look quite similar so I will point out the strengths and weaknesses of both items.

The Face Shop Baked Triple Eyeshadow 02


Laneige Snow Radiant Eyes 03:


1. Packaging:
Both trios come in pretty sturdy compacts. The Laneige trio is housed in a very pretty laser disc-like case whereas The Face Shop picked a domed white leaf-shaped case for their baked trio.
I have to say the Laneige case is a bit prettier but doesn't come with a mirror or applicator while The Face Shop gives us a mirror and sponge-tip applicator.


2. Texture:
Laneige's Snow Radiant trio is very silky and very pigmented, all colors have a very fine shimmer finish.
The Face Shop Baked Triple Shadow has a rougher texture and the darkest shade is a bit matter than the other 2. On the other hand both of the lighter shades offer the same fine shimmery finish like Laneige.

3. Colors:
The color combination in both trios is very similar. Each trio has a dark brown, neutral gold and cream. The Laneige is slightly cooler than the TFS trio.
I can pull off both trios very well despite being cool-toned and I am sure both items will look good on warm-toned girls, too!


4. Price:
I purchased both products online and paid less for the Laneige trio. TFS items are quite cheap and I am pretty sure the Baked Triple Shadow retails for less than US$15 or so.

5. Conclusion:
Both are good neutral shadow picks. Overall the Laneige trio is a bit better as the darkest color is more shimmery and the texture is softer. Therefore The Face Shop offers a mirror and applicator.

Great mail day =)

I got my long awaited haul from Korea today. Here's a first pic, I am going to take photos now...will post them soon so check back!


Updated:

Here's a pic of the stuff I purchased:


Also got some skin care items (incl. the full-size freebie masks & lip balm):


Freebies/samples:


Posts on the individual items will follow after trying them out over the next days/weeks!