HG makeup: Kate Gradical Eyes
This is going to be a new series I’m writing, and basically it’s going to be a review (more liking plugging and pimping) of my favorite makeup products. I might expand or create a new series to feature hair products, or other goodies in the future, but for now, I’m just going to stick to makeup.
This is my number one eye product that I pretty much use every day. It’s part of the Kate cosmetics line by Kanebo, and it comes in 7 different shades. The one I use is the shade shown in this image (BR-3).
This eyeshadow is extremely versatile due to the gradient block it has. I was reading an earlier issue of Popteen the other day, and it showed 3 different looks you could create using this goodie. I myself came up with another 3 looks, not to mention the product itself provides a standard method/look on the back already.
Asides from the versatility, the quality of the product is excellent as well. The colors go on smoothly without any creases. They usually stay on if I put primer (since I have oily eyelids and my Anessa sunscreen doesn’t help either), and the BR-3 shade is excellent for day and nigh looks!
For my day/school looks, I usually use the gradient block as a base, controlling how much color I want by simply mixing it. The dark brown makes an excellent alternative to eyeliner, and it looks a lot less harsh than black, which makes it perfect for school.
For my night looks, I use the white shimmer (it’s sort of cream like) to create a base, swiping on the darker colors in the gradient block. I finally follow with the dark brown color in my creases, ending the look with black liner. To blend the whole look, I use the brush tip to swipe colors over my entire lid. This brings me to mention their brush, which I love. It’s a dual-tipped brush with a sponge and brush end. More versatility!
The product was so awesome that I got 2 more: One in pink (PK-1) and one in blue (BU-1).
Aleida says:
Ahh pretty nice entry! I’m planning to do the same on one of my weblogs
I love to use beauty products but never been very open about them – and well some of them are just too great to not talk about ~
I’m definitely going to look into the Kanebo eyeshadow. I really like to layer/blend eyeshadow too
Bookmarked your site XD Definitely going to check back later for more reviews and other posts !!!
Mimi says:
@ Aleida:
I love reading reviews on beauty products in blogs, just because they are so much more detailed than reviews you read on shopping sites. And you’re right, some are just to amazing to not mention!
Thanks for bookmarking my site, bookmarked yours too! Yay for CanCam lovers!
PS. I’ll be looking forward to your beauty product reviews.
Destiny says:
Thanks for sharing your most used make up!! I’m going to go and check out that brand now! I always end up getting creases… what kind of primer do you use? When would you put on the primer?
Man… I really suck at wearing make up!
Mimi says:
@ Destiny:
It’s not exactly a primer I use, but I find that it works well in absorbing the oil on my lids and providing a good foundation for the eyeshadow. I apply it right before I put on my eye makeup as a base. Anyways, the product is by Yves Rocher. It’s called “Radiance Boost Illuminating Swirl”.
Makeup takes practice, I used to really suck too, and I’m still learning!