
(images from www.shiseidogroup.jp,
info from www.shiseidogroup.jp & hpplus.jp/maquia)
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Launched in fall 2005, Maquillage has been Shiseido’s main base and point makeup line. For holiday 2014, the line will release Dramatic Rouge (10 shades, ¥3000) in Japan on November 21st. The new product, showcasing the line’s new look, will kickstart the line’s renewal.
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by PJ on Wednesday, September 3, 2014
in -Kao, -Primavista, -Primavista Ange, -Sofina, 2014 Fall, 2014 Holiday, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup
Biteki.com has posted information on Ayura‘s holiday 2014 makeup collection. The limited-edition Dress Aura Up Coffret (¥6300) will be released in Japan on November 23rd.
The set includes a face powder, a lip gloss, a mini mascara, a lip serum, a hand cream and a makeup pouch. It is nice to see some new makeup items from Ayura as there haven’t been many new makeup releases from the brand since early last year.
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Updated on October 14th, 2014:
Item information and images:
– Dress Aura Up Coffret (limited edition)

(images & info from www.ayura.co.jp)
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Biteki.com has posted images of Jill Stuart‘s holiday 2014 makeup collection. The limited-edition Prima Grace Collection set (¥7500) will be released in Japan on November 7th.
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Updated on September 15th, 2014:
Item information and images:

(images/info from www.fashion-press.net)
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The Prima Grace Collection set includes:
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Biteki.com has posted images of Chanel‘s holiday 2014 makeup collection. I am looking forward to seeing the Joues Contraste blusher and the face powder in person.
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Updated on November 12th, 2014:
Highlights of Chanel’s holiday 2014 Plumes Précieuses de Chanel makeup collection:
– Camélia de Plumes

(images from www.biteki.com,
info from www.chanel.com & www.biteki.com)
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by PJ on Wednesday, August 13, 2014
in -Kao, -Primavista, -Primavista Ange, -Sofina, 2013 Spring, 2013 Summer, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup, makeup - base makeup - primer/concealer, stash focus

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Earlier this year, I reviewed Powder Foundation UV (Long Keep) from Kao Sofina Primavista Ange, a base makeup line developed for the Taiwanese market. (The line is not sold in Japan.) The products are formulated to appeal to those with combination or oily skin who need to cope with a warm and humid climate. Besides the powder foundation, I also purchased Long Keep Base UV and Liquid Foundation UV (Long Keep). (I rarely use primers or liquid foundations, but I was curious about them.) Today I am reviewing Long Keep Base UV.
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by PJ on Wednesday, August 6, 2014
in _Japanese Brand Profile, -Cosme Decorte, -Even Perfect, -Kosé, -Lacouture, 2014 Fall, 2014 Holiday, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - base makeup

(images from www.cosmedecorte.com,
info from www.cosmedecorte.com & i-voce.jp)
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For fall/winter 2014, Kosé Cosme Decorte will debut a new base makeup line, Even Perfect, in Japan on August 21st. The launch collection includes:
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(Les 4 Ombres in 228)
(images/info from www.cosme.net)
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Here is a look at Chanel‘s fall 2014 makeup collection. Chanel is expanding its Les 4 Ombres eyeshadow palette range, and I wonder if it is just a coincidence that Dior is also bringing out the new 5 Couleurs eyeshadow palettes for fall 2014.
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Launched in 2008, Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation was originally formulated to be used after cosmetic surgeries and cosmetic procedures. It is claimed to provide a natural, complete, and breathable coverage. In a way, the original purpose of this product is similar to that of a B. B. cream. (The product is not claimed to be or marketed as one, and I will go back to this later on.)
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Kanebo Lunasol has updated its official website with preliminary information on the line’s Rococo-inspired fall 2014 makeup collection, which will be released in Japan on August 22nd.
The collection includes:
– Grace Contrasting Eyes
– Dual Contrasting Eyes
– Shape Designing Liquid Eyeliner
– Full Glamour Lips
– Creamy Matte Crayon Lips
– Soft Contrasting Cheeks
– Nail Finish N
On September 19th, Lunasol will release new base makeup and skincare items for fall/winter 2014. They are:
– Skin Contrast Face Powder (renewed)
– Glowing Day Cream
See images of the items here.
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Updated on July 25th, 2014:
Information on and images of the items that will be released in Japan on August 22nd:
– Grace Contrasting Eyes (2 variations, ¥5000)

(01 Antique Gold)
(images from www.cosme.net,
info from www.cosme.net & i-voce.jp)
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