The Makeup Show (2013): The Haul!

I did really good. I got exactly what I wanted, and exactly what I needed. Nothing to take up space in my already overstuffed collection. I was very proud of myself. :-)

 

I ended up with goodies from NARS, Ellis Faas, Koh Gen Doh, and ... of course... Hakuhodo.

The NARS Pro Artist Card. Apparently, those who know have to ask for these lovely things. The fabulous SA at NARS made one for me on the spot. Previously, you just had to mention that you were in the system so they could look you up. But this makes things much easier. Like MAC, the cards can only be used at standalone boutiques (New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco) or online.

 Multiple in G Spot

Light Reflecting Loose Powder (backup)

Satin Lip Pencils in Golshan (top) and Het Loo (bottom)

Radiant Creamy Concealer in Ginger

Alcapulco Candle

Ellis Faas Skin Veil in S106 (left) and S107 (right)

Koh Gen Doh Aqua Foundation in White (00)

Hakuhodo J-Series Brushes...12 (scaled down from 19). These will fill the void left by the Beaute debacle and be cycled into my daily kit. 

The craftsmanship on these brushes is just... beyond.

Hakuhodo Brush Soap (no really, that's what it's called). It's more detergent and less traditional brush cleaner. You have to rinse this stuff out of the brushes. I've been advised to make the water hot... and dip one brush at a time. I'll let you know how it works out.

Swatches to come. Ciao for now!