Review: Krave HD Triplex Advanced Mineral Foundation

Every time I browse through Krave's Facebook page, I can't help but notice how customers express their satisfaction with Krave's products. Seeing positive feedback from a lot of people made me curious about how mineral makeup would benefit me. And so I got Krave's HD Triplex Advanced Mineral Foundation with Licorice Root and Japanese Green Tea. Phew! That was long!

Provides up to 90% in covering up blemishes while deeply repairing & enhancing the skin color. This contains Licorice root extract that has Glabridin & Glabrene that are incredible skin whitening agents. These are helpful in decreasing melanin and re-balancing the dermal cell & is a potent anti-oxidant which appears to be as powerful as natural Vitamin E. Combining it with Japanese Green tea’s catechin polyphenols & EGCG, another powerful anti-oxidant that helps to alleviate skin inflammation & reduces the production of acne.

Price and Packaging: A 6g worth of product is not bad for 499php. It looks small but it is tightly packed. Also, a little goes a long way that's why this will last for a quite a long time. The new packaging has its good and bad points.

The product is dispensed through a foam applicator. Good points: There's no need for a brush or separate applicator hence, application time may be shortened. The mirror at the top of the cap is a plus! Bad points: Using foam in applying foundation is unhygienic especially when doing retouches at the middle of the day as it can pick up and accumulate the dirt from your face. Also, some of the product may be put to waste because the foam absorbs it when used for application. I use my Beauty Cosmetics flat top kabuki brush in applying this foundation.

Coverage: I could attest to the product's claim of providing up to 90% coverage of acne blemishes and skin imperfections. Now that I am suffering from a mild breakout, I need a makeup base that could cover up my blemishes. The product I transferred in the cap (see picture below) is enough to provide a heavy coverage. Yes, that little amount is enough for my entire face. 

Look how a tiny amount covered a big area of my hand.

Now, brace yourselves ladies as I'll be showing you a closeup photo of my not so flawless cheek. I told you, I am suffering from an acne breakout of which reason I am still uncertain. My pimples were not completely covered but they're hardly noticeable from afar. Even my mole is slightly concealed. For a powder foundation, the coverage is really amazing. 

Ready for foundation day? 

                           

Shades: There are five different shades to choose from - Macchiato, Cafe Melange, French Latte, Hazelnut and Banoffee. I got Hazelnut, the second to the darkest shade, which is still a bit light on my morena skin tone. 

Photo taken from Krave's FB page 

Formulation: The product claims to have whitening, anti-aging and pore refining capabilities. It is really more than just makeup. I think a week's usage is not enough to notice any dramatic skin improvements. The  whitening agents in Licorice extract is combined with Japanese Green Tea which is a powerful skin oxidant. 

Lasting power: Under a hot weather, the foundation can last up to 8 hours with minimal fading. It stayed longer than my San San Matte Finish Liquid Foundation. Applying Krave's Oil Eliminator and Skin Hydrator is a great help in prolonging the lasting power. 

Hello ma! 

Thoughts: Coverage and lasting power are two things I like most about the product. I have not experienced the skin care benefits of the product because I stopped after a week's usage. Aside from the shade being lighter than my skin tone, I think I am allergic with mineral makeup. Not just with the product but mineral makeup in general. Anyway, I gave it to my mom. It is a perfect match to her skin tone. She didn't experience any allergic reactions from the product as well. 

Rating: 

8/10

Krave Minerale Cosmeceutical's First Anniversary

It's great to finally have time to sit in front of my laptop and create a post for this blog! My job has been eating up a lot of my time and energy during weekdays while my weekends are devoted to church ministry. Not that I am complaining, I am actually grateful to have a job that I enjoy and to be entrusted with different responsibilities. 

Photo credits: Krave 

Last January, Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals had their First Anniversary & Product Launching at Palladium Bar, New World Hotel, Makati. Not only did they celebrate a year's success, they also introduced new products for their organic skin care and mineral makeup line.

L-R: Celline, Raych, Kim, and I

Aside from witnessing such momentous event, I also had a chance to meet awesome bloggers! It was nice to finally meet the people behind two of my favorite blogs - Celline of Product Arena and the ever mysterious, Kim of Kimpossibly Gorgeous! 

L-R: Raych, Kim, Laura, me, Celline

Ms. Trina, the brains behind the brand, did a thank you speech for everyone who supported and patronized the brand. If not for her hard work and devotion, Krave would not be where it is now. Congratulations, Ms. Trina!

Tadaaaaa!  Introducing, Krave's new mineral makeup and organic skin care products! Everyone huddled over the glass display as soon as the new products were unveiled. If only I could open up the glass display and get to see the products up close, I would!

L-R: Laura, Celline, me, Ms. Trina, Raych and Kim

L-R: Raych, Celline, Shen, me, Kim and Laura

I will finish off this blog post with a closer look of Krave's newest products. A full list and complete description of each product is also up on their Facebook Page. What are you waiting for? Check them out now!

Mineral Makeup:
Arch Precision Eyebrow Definer Kit, Misty Pritz 3 in 1 Makeup Staying Spray,  Upgrade 12HD Liquid Foundation, Oil Eliminator HD with Super Fruit, Visibly Rosy Mineral Veil, Vegie-Lash Mascara and Ultra Bright HD Concealer

Organic Skin Care
Fruittie Poreless Toner Spray, Cupine Aloepa Facial Wash, Triple P Whitening Mask, Moisture Visage Night Cream 

I can't wait to get my hands on some of these items! Congratulations, Krave!

Web site: http://kravecosmeceuticals.com/

Facebook: Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KraveCosmetics

Have a good night!

God bless! 

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing. In everything, give thanks for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

November Collective Haul: Mememe, NYX, ELF, Krave, Etude House, WetnWild and more!

It's raining makeup this November! I can really feel Christmas coming soon. Here's another makeup haul I'd like to share with you. I thought my October Collective Haul was the last major haul for the year but there's more! You know what I love about this collective haul? I got majority of the items for free! 

I've already shared with you my prizes from Shen's Addiction giveaway. These are just the makeup items. I got moooore! Check out Prizes from Shen's Addiction to see everything I got.

I always take joy in reading Kimpossibly Gorgeous posts because I find them very informative and fun to read.  Being an avid reader has its rewards -  I won her Gorgeous Commenter of the Month for October! I'm very happy to finally have Krave Pretty Young Thin and Mememe Beat the Blues Sunbeam! Thanks Kim!

My tita bought me the James Cooper Eyebrow Gel in Frosted Brown and ELF Primer and Line Sealer. She also gave away her Fanny Serrano Eye Shadow Quad, Etude House Lipstick and Lip concealer which were slightly used. 

Lastly, I bought 2 WetnWild Megalast Lipsticks (Dollhouse Pink & Just Peachy) which I've been lusting over for quite a time now because they're really good quality lipsticks (Read WnW Megalast Lipsticks Review). I got two Careline Lip Glosses from my sister (pink & purple), I got the brown one a long time ago, I just added it in the picture. The sample size Posie Tint from Benefit is a freebie from Benefit's Sexy Sultry Makeup Workshop I attended 2 weeks ago.

I don't think I'd be buying anymore makeup for the following months. Heeeeeeeeeee :D

Please comment down below if you want any particular products reviewed from the bunch I've shared! I would love to hear from you!

Have a good night! 

God bless!

Collective Haul: ELF, Krave, Revlon, NYX, Beauty Cosmetics, Sleek and more

I've been putting this post a lot that's why my new beauty products accumulated and accumulated over the past weeks, even months! I've already shared with you majority of the items in the above picture. I'll put up links of reviews of the items that are already posted in my blog.

Here are the items I bought:

Myra E Facial Moisturizer - 75php
Allue Pretty Cheeks in Peach Pie - 75php used in 500 Peso Makeup Challenge
Ever Bilena Eye Pencil in Brown - 95php used in 500 Peso Makeup Challenge
Excel Paris Lip Cream in 510 - 35php used in 500 Peso Makeup Challenge. Review here
Ever Bilena Cheek Blush in Earth - 165php review here
Marionnaud Flat Tweezer - 75php
Eyebrow Blade - 18php
Pink comb - 15php
HengFang Eyeliner - 40php
NYX Matte Lipstick in Tea Rose - 235php review here

Some accessories I bought from Quiapo and Bonchic (Baguio)

Necklaces - 150php each from Quiapo. OOTD here
Pink ring -35php  from Bonchic, Baguio City. OOTD here.

Here are the items that I got for free! (giveaway/gift)

ELF 100 Color Eyeshadow Palette I won from ELF PH Facebook Page. Read about it here.
Makeup by Toni travel-sized blending brush from Say Artillero's Giveaway
Natural Beauty Contour Brush
Just Nail Detailing Brush in 00
Max Factor Translucent Powder in 02
San-San Matte Liquid Foundation in 01
Revlon Customeyes in Blackened Brown
The Body Shop Hi-Shine Lip Treatment in Coral Spice
The Body Shop Eye Shadow in 32
Excel Paris Lip Cream in 502. Review here.
Krave Eyeshadow in Matte Mocha and Bubble Gum from Micmic's Corner. Review here.
Victoria's Secret Lipstick in Melt. Review here.
Clinique Lipstick in A Different Grape. I used for my Princess Jasmine Makeup Look

And for something very recent...

Beauty Cosmetics 12 PC Synthetic Brushes from Fabshopaholic -1250php Read about it here
Beauty Cosmetics Face Perfection Brushes from Beauty Cosmetics - 850php Review here
ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder - 250php from SM Department Store
NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo and Amsterdam from Chic Cosmetics Manila - 250php each
Sleek iDivine Storm Palette from Chic Cosmetics Manila - 650php
Excel Paris Lip Cream in 501 - 35php

Lesson learned: Never to put off haul posts again! The list is sooo long! My to review list goes on and on!

What do you think of the products I recently acquired? Please let me know about the products you want a review on. Drop down your comments below!

Have a great day!
God bless!

Love,
Iya

Review: Krave Minerale Satin Sheer Eyeshadow

Hey ladies! I'd like to share with you my review on Krave Minerale's Satin Sheer Eye Shadows. These were given to me as late birthday gift by Michelle of Micmic's Corner who I consider to be one of my friends here in blogosphere. Thank you so much sis! She sent samples of some products as well. Plus a sweet letter! She sells Krave products on her online shop, Caramel Sundae Online. 

She knew that I love playing with eye shadows. She let me choose two. I had a hard time choosing because the colors were really gorgeous. I wanted yellow, gold, white and purple. In the end, I picked these two lovely colors. They are housed in clear plastic containers with sifters. The container is of the same size as 5 peso coins.

Bubble Gum is a shimmery aquamarine shade while Matte Mocha is a matte chocolate brown shade. Both colors are very pretty! I am really happy with my choices especially with Matte Mocha because it's a very versatile color. Not only it can be used as an eye shadow but also as an eyebrow powder! I bet it can be used as a contour powder as well.

I was in awe at first swatch! I love the shimmer Bubble gum gives! Matte Mocha is oh so pigmented. no kidding! Perfect for smokey brown eye makeup! No primer needed!

I tested the staying power of the eye shadow by giving them a few tough wipes. Emphasis on TOUGH! I used a tissue in wiping them out. It was difficult to wipe them out without water or makeup remover. Impressing!

Now here's an FOTD using Matte Mocha. I created a brown smokey eye makeup for Chicadora's latest collection, Coffee to Cocktails.

What I like:

• It's mineral! No harmful chemical contents for the skin. 
• Pigmented. These two eye shadows have great pigmentation. Matte Mocha has better pigmentation over Bubble Gum which is expected because BG is shimmer while MM is matte. A little goes a long way!
• Variety of colors available. Check out their eye shadows now! 
• Affordable for 130php each. You'll get 1g for the price. A single jar will definitely last long because it they are really pigmented.

What I don't like:

• Loose eye shadows can be really messy. They are prone to fall-outs.
• Storage. Unlike pressed eye shadows which are housed in palettes, loose eye shadows are housed in separate containers which can be tricky when applying makeup. You have to open the jars one by one. Not travel-friendly.
• The sticker label is starting to fade.

Rating:

8/10

I love the pigmentation and lasting power of these eyeshadows. But I still prefer pressed eye shadows over loose eye shadows because of convenience. Making the jars stackable would be handy. I still want to try out other products from Krave! They're mineral! Good for the skin!

Do you own any products from Krave? What are your favorite Krave products?  Pressed eye shadow or loose eye shadow? I would love to hear your thoughts!

Where to get:

130php per jar at Caramel Sundae Online or Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals.

Good night!