The Boudoir @ The Chic Suite

Legere Water Drop Shiny Pearl BB Cream

2009-02-14T08:08:00.000-08:00

The Water Drop Shiny Pearl BB Cream from Legere is at the top of my shopping list now. I for one like my BB cream to be of a thinner consistency as it makes for easier blending. I have tried other BB creams like the BRTC Gold Caviar BB cream and it was horrifyingly thick! Instead of blending the cream into my skin, I had to use pushing motions just to get it in.

I am currently using Etude House's BB Cream

and I use it sparingly for my undereye area as well as other parts of the face that might need extra coverage. It has average coverage (it rhymes!) and I like that the cream is very easy to apply. However, sometimes I am left with a sticky feel.

So today, I sampled the Legere Water Drop Shiny Pearl BB Cream - a mouthful yes?

My verdict?

A must buy.

Why?

1. It has moisturizing benefits. The moment I blended the cream into my skin, a cooling effect was felt, unlike the other thick BB creams.

2. No sticky feel.

3. Rather good coverage.

4. A rather nice fragrance lingers.

5. Great price! Need I say more!! Its only $33 for an entire tube!

Skin Goodies

2006-10-28T11:12:00.000-07:00

The Suite Chic has just discovered skin goodies for the foodie in you. At Anita Grant, conditioners look like bars of chocolate and creamy cafe lattes are actually non-greasy, velvety leave-in conditioners in disguise. Say no to flab and yes to skin food.

Gimme more: www.anitagrant.com

In a state of Halloween-fixation? Here's the perfect Pumpkin Pie this season - in the form of a treat for your body.

Get that bod ready for some party action with Margarita Bloom's Red Carpet Event Body Bling with strawberries and champagne.

Or try the Sugar n Spice n Everything Nice brown sugar scrub with macadamia butter and sunflower oil. The Suite Chic is going ga-ga because it is a sugar scrub that foams! Bath time has become even more exciting. Oh yes.

Get your fix: www.margarita-bloom.com

Halloween Chic

2006-10-25T11:06:00.000-07:00

Don't know what to wear to that Halloween party you've been invited to? You don't have to skip that party because of a wardrobe malfunction. The Suite Chic understands that not everybody can wear a nurses' uniform or dress up in she-devil costume and look sexy and hot at the same time.

However, The Suite Chic says anyone can pull off this look - Shu Uemura fantasy lashes teamed with a simple black dress, black leggings and red pumps. For extra head-turning action, pin a black veil to your hair so that it slants sideways over a part of your face, adding an aura of mystery. Entrance granted, but be prepared to talk about those rad eyelashes of yours.

Shu Uemura Limited Edition fantasy lashes are made from real feathers. With exotic spotted pheasant, vibrant gold and jewel-tone peacock to choose from, the sky's the limit this Halloween.

Strut that Pout

2006-10-25T10:33:00.000-07:00

Rachel Bilson counts Pout's Lip Gloss in Light My Fire as one of her faves. Gynneth Paltrow requested to use Pout cosmetics on the set of a movie. So its no wonder that the London-based cosmetic line's fame has grown to gigantic proportions.

Not convinced?

Want some plumping action? Here's Pout's best selling lip plumper in limited edition Gold Glitz.

Or get a practical phone charm that your smackeroos will love. Available only in Forbidden Fruit. Touch up on the go? No problem.

We hear that Madonna is a great fan of this one. Bustier cream comes in a luxurious souffle texture and contains ylang ylang, rose and geranium for a unique scent. Mmmm.

Wave away tired eyes in Eyewander - an illuminating eye pen to treat, brighten and smooth the eye area.

Can't wait to go? Click to Pout (www.pout.co.uk)

Kisu No Shite

2006-10-25T00:12:00.000-07:00

Tired of your perfume? Try the coveted Kisu (www.kisu.co.uk) fragrance created by hip London lifestyle store, Tann Rokka.

Kisu (meaning "kiss" in Japanese) is inspired by ancient Japanese bathing rituals. A warm, heady, sensual fragrance, Kisu contains ylang ylang, rosewood and Eastern musk.

The fragrance in its swoon-worthy packaging has already garnered a following among the celebrity pack the likes of Gywneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Madonna. Yes, it is a unisex fragrance. Another item to share with the boyfriend, other than his crisp white shirt.

Kisu fragrance is available in 100ml and 50ml (buy it here).