Introducing KATE Cosmetics - Autumn Winter 2012 Makeup Collection

I was all excited about this newly launched Autumn Winter 2012 Makeup Collection by KATE Cosmetics, especially the star product - Powderless Liquid Foundation. Sounds awesomely exciting much!

The above featured products are part of this new collection, namely:-

• Powderless Liquid Foundation
• Slim Create Powder
• Deep Shiny Eyes PK-1
• Limited Colour Super Sharp Liner RD-1

KATE Powderless Liquid Foundation SPF20 PA++

KATE Powderless Liquid Foundation turns into powder within 15s of application. Formulated with Thin Film Fit Powder, this innovative foundation contains coated pigments that help to correct visible skin problems and provide excellent coverage. In addition, it also includes a volatile oil ingredient that vaporises instantly upon application, allowing the foundation to adhere perfectly onto the skin without leaving it look/feel oily or sticky. There is no need to apply powder to set the foundation, for a matte finish.

Available in 6 varying skin tones.

Retail price: $34.00 / 30ml

Here's the swatch of OC-B shade, which fits my skin tone perfectly.

I mean it, when I say PERFECT. It covers my imperfections pretty well, say 85%. The best part is that I need not use any powder to set the foundation. It really lives up to its claim of turning into powder within 15s of application. I kid you not. Anyway, the finish is not matte-matte, more of a nice satin IMO. 

After using it, I now fully understand why it is labelled as the star product. This is one foundation I will want to repurchase again AND again. Seriously holy grail!

KATE Slim Create Powder

KATE Slim Create Powder is specially developed to help create the highly coveted slim and contoured face. This ultra convenient 2-in-1 product, comprises of a shading and highlight powder.

The shading powder creates shades along the face line, while the highlighter attracts light to the centre of the face, giving the illusion of a slimmer and contoured face. Formulated with sweatproof + fade-resistant fitting and coating powder, this is the must-have product for that perfect face-line.

Retail price: $27.00 / 3.8g

Flashlight VS Natural Sunlight

The micro-shimmery bits of the highlight powder are ultra fine, which imparts a glow on the skin. I like that the shading powder is not too dark, which doesn't appear too stark on me. I like the subtle contouring effect it gives. My features definitely look less flat after highlighting and contouring.

Hmm... I don't normally care much about the brushes that come along with (powder) makeup, as they are usually of poor quality - the brush bristles feel rough and scratchy. However, this flat natural horse hair brush feels so soft against the skin. It doesn't feel scratchy at all. Most importantly, it picks up the right amount of powder, which applies nicely and evenly. 

KATE Deep Shiny Eyes

KATE Deep Shiny Eyes is a jewel-inspired trio eye shadow palette. The middle features a glittery shade formulated with ‘Gloss Jewelry Pearl’ that produces a highly lustrous and transparent shine, while the other 2 shades are Deep Night-themed shades formulated with a special ‘Black Star Pearl’ that helps to coat deep colour pigments with shine. 

Its jewel-like lustrous radiance, together with deep colours, creates a beautiful harmony, giving eyes a deeply mysterious and shimmery finish.

Available in pink, orange-brown, brown, gold, blue and golden yellow.

Retail price: $23.50 / 3.2g

I'm a big fan of KATE eyeshadow palettes! I love how they give dimension to my typical Asian eyes... and they are so easy to apply!

PK-1 is a lovely trio of pink-taupe + oyster pink + dark pink-brown. This is the exact eyeshadow palette I want from this collection. Thanks Shumin for reading my mind :P

You probably can tell from the swatches that they are pretty well-pigmented, with a resplendent and transparent shine. I love how they dress up my peepers with this enchanting jewel-like glow.... super gorgeous! The texture is incredibly silky smooth, doesn't feel chalky or gritty at all. 

KATE Limited Colour Super Sharp Liner

KATE Limited Colour Super Sharp Liner comes with an ultra thin brush that allows you to draw lines of your desired thickness effortlessly and smoothly. At an amazing 0.03mm width, this eyeliner is currently the thinnest finds in Japan’s market. It is also designed to be long-lasting and smudge-proof, with its ability to repel water and perspiration.

Launched in commemoration of its 10 millionth unit sales, this product is available in 2 special limited edition colours [night red & night blue], on top of its regular high black colour offering.

Retail price: $17.00 / 0.6ml

On a random note, the glossy red cobweb design does remind me of Spiderman.

Anyway, the color night red is also what I wanted... night blue looks kinda "boring" in comparison :X 

This liquid eyeliner is the least impressive of the lot. It smears on me when I perspire... definitely not a pretty sight. I like the dark red color, something different from the usual blacks and browns. From a distance, it looks like dark brown.

Will be posting my LOTD, with these featured products on a separate post. Stay tuned ♥

***All info are extracted from press release.***