Back in Dec, I attended the exclusive official launch of Catrice & Essence Cosmetics. At the event, I had the opportunity to learn more about these two brands and preview the exciting upcoming collections as well.
I am sure most of the makeup junkies are no strangers to Essence, a fast-moving value cosmetic brand from German. Think trendy and fun beauty must-haves at exceptionally low prices!
Fyi, the brand also takes a strong stance against animal testing.
According to Essence Singapore, eye and nail products are their best-sellers that include the Get Big! Mascara, Colour & Go Quick Drying Nail Polish (ahems... I am a big fan!), ALL eye makeup range, Soft Touch Mousse and XXXL shine lipgloss.
The powder and blush brushes caught my eyes! Soooooo pretty! Both in my fave colors ♡
Another star draw for the brand is its fun and up-to-date Trend Editions, and every Trend Edition will only be available in stores for up to 2 months. The lastest one in stores, is "Beauty Beats by Justin Bieber" by the way.
Pricelist:
- mono eyeshadow - S$3.50
- 2in1 eyeliner - S$6.50
- lipgloss - S$4.50
- shimmer powder - S$7.50
- blush - S$4.90
- nail polish - S$3.90
- paperprint manicure design - S$2.90
- paperprint manicure transfer solution - S$3.90
- hairties - S$4.50
Be Loud - launching in Feb 2014
- eyeshadow - S$4.90
- jumbo eye pencil - S$5.50
- jumbo sheer stick - S$5.50
- multi colour blush - S$7.50
- nail polish - S$3.90
- graffiti topper - S$3.90
- nail art set - S$5.90
- cosmetic bag - S$5.90
Apart from cosmetics, Essence will be launching bodycare, footcare, skincare and fragrance lines soon. All at super duper affordable prices!
Beauty meets fashion – that’s Catrice. Taking inspiration from the latest runway trends, this European cosmetics brand focuses on new colours combined with innovative effects.
Catrice targets a more mature crowd; women in their mid-20s onward. From pressed powders embossed with 3D designs and palettes adorned with chic prints; to luxurious textures, high pigmentation and long-lasting formulations, Catrice offers premium product appeal at competitive prices. Like Essence, Catrice products are not tested on animals.
Here's the swatch of the Liquid Gold Topper.
The product that got me all excited! These absolutely gorgeous Liquid Metal Eyeshadows conjure-up a glossy shimmer-like liquid metal on your lids.
Available in 9 colours with a unique chrome-effect, accompanied by an extraordinary and innovative 3D relief structure.
Maximum pigmentation, a silky texture and intensive colour-dispersion... sounds too good to be true?
Love at first swatch!
Better than False Lashes Mascara (opthalmologically tested) is available in 3 variants:-
- Black / Ultra Black - S$8.90
- Waterproof - S$9.50
The fibre triple-volume brush is easy to use, and ensures dramatic volume, ultimate length plus extreme curl at the same time.
Pricelist:
- Baked Eyeshadow - S$7.90
- Longlasting Eyeshadow Base & Highlighter - S$6.50
- Allround Mascara Waterproof Matchpoint Edition Master mascara - S$6.90
- Lip Balm Tint - S$9.90
- Blush Stick Warm-up - S$7.90
- Ultimate Nail Lacquer - S$5.90
- Cosmetic Cube Bag - S$6.90
Mini makeup contest going on... everyone looking so serious including me.
Here are my masterpieces - nail art & makeup.
I kinda "won" this set of fragrance (+ nail polishes)... in my fave purple, no less.
Went home with bags of makeup that can last me for ages... seriously! Thank you, Catrice / Essence Singapore for the generousity ♡
Here's part of Catrice's latest makeup products... I spot Liquid Metal Eyeshadow (x2)!!
Here's part of Essence's latest makeup products... so many new "toys" to play with!!
And... not forgetting the mini "shopping spree" for us to bring home more goodies! Happy me (:
Will be reviewing the products I've tried... stay tuned!
PS: You can find Essence in Watsons, Catrice in Guardian.
***All product info are extracted from press release.***
***Credits to http://klmnchiang.wordpress.com/ for the group photos***
