The mineral makeup craze started around 2005 and I was one of the first who joined the bandwagon. Want to know something? I never left. there’s something about mineral makeup that I really can’t let go. It’s pure pigment? The way you can use it in many ways? From eyeliner to eye shadow to lip color using one makeup alone. How you can mix it with balms, liquids, and powders. Monave, Lauress, Everyday Minerals. Do they ring a bell? 🙂
It’s the first time I tried mineral makeup from Virginia Olsen Cosmetics. I usually like Ellana for our local brand or Bare Minerals for their foundation. I’m thankful to have received samples from their latest collection so I’m presenting you their swatches, review, and FOTD ahead.
Virginia Olsen Swatches L-R: Gun Metal, Straight Up, Innocence, Champagne
I used Champagne as base, Straight up for the lid and mixed Gun Metal with water to use as a liner. It ended up nicely I didnt expect the blue shade of Straight up to blend well with Gun Metal giving it a semi-smokey look that’s wearable during daytime.
Innocence has a slight iridescent tone to it that it can be worn as blush, lip color, or eye shadow. That’s what’s great with mineral makeup. Your possibilities are limitless.
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| A simple FOTD (Face of the Day) |
Where to purchase? www.facebook.com/VirginiaOlsenMinerals
Compared to other mineral makeup brands I have tried, you need a bit of skill and a set of good brushes to work with Virginia Olsen. I am giving these 4 shades 3/5 stars.
KikaySiKat Rating 3/5 Stars
25 Comments
The swatches look intimidating. I used to have mineral makeup few years ago but it was messy and they made me sneeze. However, i'd like to revisit but proly this time I'd try the compact ones.
Random: Is Virginia related to the Olsen's sisters? lolz.
I have virginia olsen eyeshadows too! I love the color midnight glam, perfect for attending party! 🙂 I love how pigmented the colors are but as youve said, you need a good set of brushes nga. 🙂 Will purchase champagne too, like ko yung color. Ang cute, natural! 🙂 Thanks for sharing Ms. Kat! Love your make up!! <3
Thanks whena! <3 Keep visiting for more articles
Yun nga lang makalat i-apply no? 🙂
So gorgeous, very pigmented and perfect for everyday use. I like the metallic effect that it gives.. Sure nakakabata ito para sa akin. Ikaw na talaga…. Ms. Kat…. Nice review….
Palmolive didnt work for me. But I LOVE LIKAS! <3
Hi,Miss Kat have you heard or tried Thailand's glutathione products? Like Gluta ver 4?thanks a lot 🙂 i love reading your blog 🙂
Thanks Naomi! It feels nice to know my readers enjoy what I have been writing.
Not yet. I only purchase brands I can buy at reputable shops like Watson's or Mercury drug. Mahirap na eh.
yes! haha. sana nga ibahin nila yung packaging nila. better if parang sa mga baby powder para control yung dami, and they should have free brushes too! haha.
Hi po. My friend is going to the Phils nxt week (bacolod) San po nabibili un Snow White Soap? Meron din po ba lotion? Effective ba tlaga? Thank You.
I wanted my wife to use whitening products to have fine skin. Can you recommend luxxe white? Can you pm me with my fb account?. Thank you so much.
is it advisable for men?
I've never tried mineral eyeshadows for I am not a fan of eye make-ups. Monolid po kasi ako and I find it hard to apply eyeshadow in the right way. But I love the champagne color. Pwede sya pang-everyday make-up 🙂
yes!
I agree. Champagne color will suit monolids. But don't limit yourself sis on one shade, even monolids can use an array of eyeshadow styles. Black liner on your lashes look best
I tried liqiud liners kaso mukha naman po akong panda dahil hindi kita pag thin layer lng. 🙁
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You can try contacting their official website
Ok thanks. One more question please. I think your beautiful.
Which oral glutathione has the highest amount?
Nice colors and pigmentation. 😀
Have you ever tried the foiling method with these eyeshadows?
I totally agree that you can use mineral make-up in many ways, I used to have Virginia Olsen's eyeshadow in Midnight Glam and whenever I use it, I don't need an eyeliner! Plus it is long wearing even though my skin is oily , 🙂 I like how yo did your FOTD in this post, very simple yet it made your eyes glow , perfect for this rainy season!
Hi Kat, have you tried GlutaMax? Any reviews? I started taking it now. Thanks
I havent pa, I'll try it when I have the time