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Cosme.Net 2008 The Best Cosmetics Awards

by PJ on Sunday, November 30, 2008

in -Coffret d'Or, -Kanebo, -Lunasol, makeup

(image and info from www.cosme.net)

Cosme.Net (@Cosme) has posted the feature on The Best Cosmetics Awards 2008. The results are based on reader reviews of products released between November 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008.

Two things that caught my attention are the Best Eyeshadow and Best Newcomer awards. My two favorite eye palette series in 2008, Coffret D’Or’s 3D Lighting Eyes and Lunasol’s Sheer Contrast Eyes (both from spring 2008) are number 1 and 2 on the list. (Sofina Aube’s Impression Eyes took the number 3 spot.) 3D Lighting Eyes also won the Best Newcomer award.

I am happy that it seems many other people agree that the two ranges offer fantastic products. The two 3D Lighting Eyes palettes I have, Purple and Gold Variations, are among my favorite eye palettes, while Sheer Contrast Eyes’ Lavender Coral is also among my favorites and is probably my favorite lilac palette at the moment.

These items are undoubtedly some of the makeup highlights for me in 2008, and I am certainly looking forward to what these two brands have to offer in 2009!

Looking Ahead:

Coffret D’Or Spring 2009 Collection

Lunasol Spring 2009 Collection

Aube Couture Launches in December

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Update: Lunasol Spring 2009

by PJ on Wednesday, November 26, 2008

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

My post on Lunasol’s spring 2009 collection has been updated with a link to some great images, including photos of two of the actual palettes on a Japanese auction site as well as photos of Lunasol’s spring 2009 promotional leaflet.

I am still loving the lilac palette (03 Purple Gradation (Wisteria)). It is a must-have for me next season. (I am also thinking about getting the lip gloss that goes with the palette.) The pink palette (01 Pink Gradation (Sakura)) is looking delicious as well!

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CHICCA Spring 2009 Collection

by PJ on Tuesday, November 25, 2008

in -Chicca, -Kanebo, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image from www.chicca.jp)

The Kanebo-owned CHICCA will release its spring 2009 collection in Japan on February 4th, 2009. Titled “Touch the Flowers”, the collection includes:

– Enticing Lipstick: 10 new shades
– Enticing Lip Gloss: 4 new shades
– Enticing Lip Pencil: 3 shades
– Enthralling Powder Eye Shadow (duo): 4 new variations
– Flush Blush: 2 new shades
– Perfect Readiness Face Protector (SPF 37, PA++)

(info from Nikkei Net)

Like Lunasol’s spring 2009 lineup, this collection seems to be inspired by floral shades. I will update this post when I come across any image of the collection.

Related Posts:

CHICCA Holiday 2008 Collection

CHICCA Fall 2008 Collection

Brand Launch: CHICCA

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Coffret D’Or Spring 2009 Collection Update

by PJ on Friday, November 14, 2008

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

(images and info from
www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor/)

Coffret D’Or‘s website has been updated to feature the holiday 2008 palettes (out now) as well as preliminary information on the spring 2009 collection (out on December 16th).

Again, I am keeping a close eye on the new eyeshadow palettes. The five variations of Shine Accent Eyes are 01 Orange, 02 Pink, 03 Green, 04 Blue, and 05 Beige

The palettes feature very soft colors. Even the eye-lining shade in each palette seems quite light. Below, from the Coffret D’Or website, you can see where shades are applied:

I think I will probably get 01 Pink Variation (which includes a lilac shade) and compare it with 3D Lighting Eyes in Purple Variation. (I also like the fact that the jewel details are different for the new eye palette series.)

Coffret D’Or Spring 2009 Collection
(including information on the full lineup)

Coffret D’Or Holiday 2008 Collection

Coffret D’Or Trance Deep Eyes in Rose Variation

Coffret D’Or Makeup Powder

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CHICCA Holiday 2008 Collection

by PJ on Thursday, November 13, 2008

in -Chicca, -Kanebo, 2008 Holiday, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image and info from www.chicca.jp)

The Kanebo-owned CHICCA has released its holiday 2008 coffret in Japan on November 12th. The coffret includes:

– Enthralling Powder Eye Shadow (EX05)
– Enthralling Powder Eyeliner (EX01)
– Enticing Lip Stain (EX01)
– Enticing Lip Gloss (EX01)
– Aroma Candle

All items/shades in this coffret are limited editions. The set is priced at 17850 JPY.

CHICCA Fall 2008 Collection

CHICCA Summer 2008 Collection

New Brand Launch: CHICCA

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Kate Holiday 2008 Collection Update

by PJ on Tuesday, November 11, 2008

in -Kanebo, -Kate, 2008 Holiday, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image and info from www.cosme.net)

Following the release of Gel Eyeshadows on November 1st, Kate will release Select Eye Colors for holiday 2008 on December 1st.

According to Cosme.Net, this is the first time for Kate to release limited-edition eyeshadow palettes. They appear to be wearable brown-based and grey-based palettes.

Kate Spring 2009 Collection

Kate Fall 2008 Collection

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Lavshuca Spring 2009 Collection

by PJ on Thursday, November 6, 2008

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

(image and info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Like Kate, Kanebo’s Lavshuca will release its spring 2009 collection in Japan on February 1st, 2009.

The collection includes:

– Dramatic Memory Rouge (12 shades)
– Grade Color Eyes palette (5 variations)
– Separate Keep Mascara (in Long and Volume)
– Mascara Base N
– Makeup Base (in UV and Moist)
– Finish Powder (in Lucent and High Cover)
– Stick Concealer N (in 3 shades)

As part of a growing trend in Japanese cosmetics in the last couple of years (which I will discuss in more detail next week), Lavshuca continues to market lipsticks (instead of eyeshadow palettes) as the main items in the seasonal collection. The new Dramatic Memory Rouge is billed as both moisturizing and long-lasting, as it combines “moisture wrapping oil” for continual moisture and “fit stay oil” for lasting color.

Apart from the new lipsticks and eye palettes, I will be paying close attention to the Finish Powder, which I think will replace the current Face Powder (which I adore). The Face Powder I have is in Lucent, and I don’t suppose the new Lucent will be drastically different. But I will also be interested in how High Cover performs. (I am also curious about the new case and I wonder if it will be as cute as the Face Powder case. I am having high hopes.)

The beautiful plum color scheme remains in the overall look of the brand, but the product packaging evolves as new items join the lineup. With interesting products that are worth anticipation, Lavshuca’s spring 2009 collection is looking very promising.

Updated on January 9th, 2009:

Check out photos of Grade Color Eyes palettes and Finish Powder here.

Loving Japanese Brands – Lavshuca

Lavshuca Holiday 2008 Collection

Lavshuca Summer Gradually Compact

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Kate Spring 2009 Collection

by PJ on Thursday, November 6, 2008

in -Kanebo, -Kate, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics

(image and info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Kanebo’s Kate will release its spring 2009 collection in Japan on February 1st, 2009. The new eye palettes for the season are Diamond Cut Eyes, which feature silver and gold “diamond-cut pearl” particles to impart maximal shimmer. They are available in 5 variations.

The rest of the collection includes:

– Conc Liquid Eyeliner (3 shades)
– Magical Long Gel Mascara N (1 shade)
– Liquid Rouge N (7 shades)
– Deep Trap Eyes palette (1 new variation)
– Gradical Eyes S palette (1 new variation)
– Rouge Extra (1 new shade)

Kate Holiday 2008 Collection

Kate Fall 2008 Collection

Kate: Lavshuca’s Edgier, Darker Sister

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Lunasol Spring 2009 Collection – Update

by PJ on Tuesday, November 4, 2008

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image and info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Terrible news for my bank balance…

Earlier I linked to photos of items from Lunasol’s spring 2009 collection. Now, here is the collection item detail:

– Layer Bloom Eyes (5 variations)
– Full Glamour Lips S (15 shades, including 5 limited editions)
– Full Glamour Gloss N (5 shades, limited editions)
– Nail Finish (5 new shades)

The collection will be released in Japan on January 16th, 2009.

I think the items we see in the photo above are gorgeous. (It is almost as if Lunasol knew the kind of makeup colors I absolutely adore.) The lilac-toned eye palette and lip gloss are now firmly on my shopping list for spring 2009…

Updated on November 26th, 2008:

Please head over here to see (a whole lot of) images of the collection.

Updated on December 2nd, 2008:

Here are images of the five Layer Bloom Eyes palettes from the Kanebo website (www.kanebo-cosmetics.co.jp):

(01 Pink Gradation)

(02 White Gradation)

(03 Purple Gradation)

(04 Red Gradation)

(05 Orange Gradation)

Lunasol Sheer Contrast Eyes in Lavender Coral

T’Estimo Frame Impact Eyes in 03

A Splash of Color – More Lilting Lilac

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Coffret D’Or Spring 2009 Collection

by PJ on Wednesday, October 29, 2008

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

(image and info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Kanebo‘s Coffret D’Or will be one year old in December. Its spring 2009 collection will be released in Japan on December 16th.

The lineup includes:

– Shine Accent Eyes palette (5 variations)
– Beauty Effect Mascara (2 shades)
– Full Keep Gel Liner (3 shades)
– Shine Drape Rouge Color (8 shades)
– Shine Drape Rouge Glow (8 shades)
– Lip Make Liner (6 shades, holder sold separately)
– Shiny Carat Gloss (3 new shades)
– Essence Lip Base
– Color Blush (1 new shade)

The colors in the eye palettes are looking a little washed out in the photo. I am suspecting the actual shades will be slightly richer.

I am overall very pleased with Coffret D’Or’s eye palettes. As with the two seasonal releases of eye palettes last year, I think I will pick up at lease one from the new collection, and I will certainly keep you posted on my thoughts.

Updated on November 14th, 2008:

More information on the collection.

More on Coffret D’Or’s eye palettes:

3D Lighting Eyes in Purple Variation and Gold Variation

Trance Deep Eyes in Rose Variation and Grey Variation

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