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Jill Stuart Fall 2009 Makeup Collection & 5th Anniversary Jewel Collection

by PJ on Wednesday, July 8, 2009

in -Jill Stuart, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(images/info from www.iswii.com)

Here is a look at Jill Stuart‘s fall 2009 makeup collection. I like the ad image for this season. With dark eye makeup and peachy cheeks and lips, the look is sweet and chic at the same time.

The new items include:

– Illuminance Eyes (1 new variation)

– Seductive Eyes (1 new variation)

– Mix Blush Compact (2 new variations)

– Lip Luster (2 new shades)

– Jelly Lip Gloss (1 new shade)

– Nail Lacquer N (3 new shades)

– Nail Care Essence Oil

In addition, Jill Stuart will celebrate its fifth anniversary by releasing a limited-edition Jewel Collection.

(images from www.iswii.com,
info from www.joseishi.net/voce/)

The following two items will be released in Japan on August 31st:

– Crystal Diamond Powder (2 shades)

– Diamond Sparkle Nail Collection

The rest of the Jewel Collection will be available in Japan on October 9th.

– Diamond Dew Lip Color (2 shades)

– Vintage Jewel Compact Mirror

The items are undoubtedly ultra-pretty and will definitely sell out fast, but I don’t usually like very ornate antique-looking makeup pieces which are not actually vintage. Maybe more photos of the collection will change my mind on these items. (On the other hand, the jewellery case from the Diamond Sparkle Nail Collection looks less antique-y and slightly more contemporary.)

Jill Stuart Summer 2009 Makeup Collection

Jill Stuart Spring 2009 Makeup Collection

Jill Stuart Mix Blush Compact in Baby Blush

Foundation Face-Off: Jill Stuart vs. SUQQU

Loving Japanese Brands: Jill Stuart

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Sofina Primavista Fall/Winter 2009 Base Makeup Collection

by PJ on Tuesday, July 7, 2009

in -Primavista, -Sofina, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Sofina Primavista will release its fall/winter base makeup collection in Japan on September 1st. The new items include:

– Powder Foundation Perfect Fit (SPF 15, PA++)
– Moisture Coat Base
– Serum Concealer Eye Zone

Sofina Primavista Spring/Summer 2009 Base Makeup Collection

Sofina Primavista Powder Foundation Moist Touch (for Fall/Winter 2008)

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Update: Paul & Joe Fall 2009 Makeup Collection

by PJ on Tuesday, July 7, 2009

in -Paul & Joe, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

Here are some larger images of the limited-edition items from Paul & Joe’s fall 2009 makeup collection. (Many thanks to Betsy at Autumn Masquerade for bringing my attention to these images.)

(images from www.iswii.com)

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Lunasol Eyeshadow Palette Swatch Galore

by PJ on Monday, July 6, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - eyeshadow

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/lunasol)

Beauty blogger (and fellow Lunasol fan) Gemilay has posted swatches of Lunasol’s eyeshadow palettes released between fall 2005 and fall 2008. (Thank you for posting a commet to let me know, Gemilay!)

Also, beauty blogger Karman has posted the ad image of Lunasol’s fall 2009 collection.

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Coffret D’Or Fall/Winter 2009 Base Makeup Collection

by PJ on Monday, July 6, 2009

in -Coffret d'Or, -Kanebo, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup

(image/info from www.nikkei.com)

Ever since I tried out Coffret D’Or‘s Beauty Lasting Pact UV, I have always been looking forward to Coffret D’Or’s new base makeup items. (Beauty Lasting Pact UV is among the best powder foundations for oily skin that I have ever tried.)

On September 1st, Coffret D’Or will release its fall/winter base makeup collection. The new items feature Moisture Color Pearl, which provides extra moisture as well as a translucent finish for the skin.

The new items include:

– Beauty Essence Liquid (liquid foundation, 7 shades)
– Beauty Essence Color Veil (light control primer, 2 shades)
– Tone Up Highlighter (pen highlighter, 1 shade)
– Pure Crystalish Compact (light control powder, 2 shades)
– Retouch Veil (makeup retouch mist)
– Fall/Winter 2009 powder foundation case

(There doesn’t seem to be a new powder foundation for fall/winter 2009.)

Updated on July 7th 2009:

Image of the two cases of Pure Crystalish Compact:

(image from www.cosme.net)

Coffret D’Or Fall 2009 Point Makeup Collection

Coffret D’Or Summer 2009 Collection

Coffret D’Or Shine Accent Eyes in Pink Variation (Spring 2009)

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Paul & Joe Fall 2009 Point & Base Makeup Collections

by PJ on Saturday, July 4, 2009

in -Paul & Joe, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(info/images from www.cosme.net)

Paul & Joe will release its fall 2009 point makeup collection in Japan on August 7th. The new items include:

– Color Powder CS (above, three variations, limited editions)

– Lipstick C (three shades, limited editions)

(Updated on July 7th 2009: More images of Color Powder CS and Lipstick C.)

– Eyebrow Pencil Duo (3 variations)

– Portable Lip Brush

– Portable Face Color Brush

On September 4th, the new base makeup collection will be available. The new items include:

– Light Cream Foundation S (6 shades, SPF 15, PA ++)

– Stick Concealer N (5 shades, #01-#04 SPF 15, PA++)

– Under Eye Concealer (3 shades)

– Face Color Powder (5 new shades)

I like the oval shape of the new eyeshadow duos (which is different from the usual round shape) and the fact that the original prints are visible inside the boxes. I look forward to seeing them in person later on.

Japanese Cosmetics in the UK

Loving Japanese Brands – Paul & Joe

Paul & Joe Summer 2009 Collection

Paul & Joe Spring 2009 Collection

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Update: Lavshuca Fall 2009 Collection

by PJ on Wednesday, July 1, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lavshuca, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

My post on Lavshuca’s fall 2009 collection has been updated with photos of the five Light Mix Eyes palettes.

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Elégance Fall 2009 Makeup Collection

by PJ on Wednesday, July 1, 2009

in -Elégance, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(images/info from woman.excite.co.jp)

Elégance will release its fall 2009 makeup collection in Japan on August 18th. The collection focuses on plums and deep warm neutrals.

The new items include:

– Eyeshadow palettes (4 new variations, above)

– Cool Eye Color (2 new shades)

– Sweet Dew Rouge (4 new shades)

– Nail Color (4 new shades)

Japanese Brand Focus: Elégance

Elégance Summer 2009 Collection

Elégance Spring 2009 Collection

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Japanese Cosmetics Focus: Covermark

by PJ on Tuesday, June 30, 2009

in _Japanese Brand Profile, -Covermark, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup

(images and info from www.covermark.co.jp)

Covermark was originally an American brand. It was founded by Lydia O’Leary in New York in 1928 as she developed a product to cover the birthmark on her face. (The product was named Covermark.)

In 1960, Japan O’Leary Corporation was established to distribute Covermark in Japan. The company was then separated from O’Leary Coporation in 1992 and became independent. It started to formulate and produce new base makeup products.

Covermark Japan also carries basic point makeup and skincare items. The latest skincare range is the Cell Advanced range. However, Covermark has always been famous in Asia as a base makeup brand.

(The original US Covermark site can be found here, and you can read more about the history of the brand here.)

(Covermark Basic Formula,
in 23 shade, SPF 33, PA+++)

The Covermark Basic Formula (above) is based on two of Covermark’s original products, Covermark S and Excellent Covermark E. It is a paste-type foundation which is able to create a full coverage.

Some of Covermark’s other popular products include Moisture Veil (the brand’s only powder foundation at the moment), Soft ES Pact (also with a paste consistency), Essence Foundation (cream foundation), and Essence Foundation Liquid (liquid foundation, seen at the top of the post).

Covermark is currently available in Japan, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. (Check out the English site here.)

I have not had a chance to try products from Covermark yet. If you have, do let us know what you think. Thank you very much!

Japanese Base Makeup Week

SUQQU Clear Veil Powder

Remembering Raycious

Esprique Precious Fall 2009 Point Makeup & Fall/Winter 2009 Base Makeup Collection

by PJ on Tuesday, June 30, 2009

in -Esprique (Precious), -Kosé, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Kosé’s Esprique Precious will release its fall/winter base makeup collection in Japan on August 21st. The lineup includes:

– Dramatical Veil Pact Moisture (7 shades, SPF 20, PA++)
– Dramatical Veil Liquid (7 shades, SPF17, PA++)
– Moisturizing Base (1 shade, SPF 10, PA+)
– Lines Reset (concealer, 1 shade)
– Purely Veil Powder (loose powder, 1 shade, limited edition)

Esprique Precious’ fall 2009 point makeup items will be released on the same day. They include:

– Dress on Glossy Rouge (10 shades)
– True Impact Eyes (2 new variations, limited editions)

Foundation Face-Off – Dior vs. Esprique Precious

Esprique Precious Spring/Summer 2009 Base Makeup Collection

Esprique Precious Spring 2009 Makeup Collection

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