One of the first things I do when I’m in Asia is to cruise the cosmetic department at Mitsukoshi- (chain of department stores not unlike Neiman Marcus in the states). I love the vibe in that part of the store. Asian women take their beauty products very seriously so there is a lot of jostling and elbowing to get to the favorite brands! It was hectic in there as usual (imagine Christmas eve on a Saturday afternoon except it’s everyday!) plus I was dragging my 5 year old with me but I finally made my way to RMK (my absolute favorite Japanese cosmetic brand) and snatched up all the latest and greatest!
First is the new Mystique Eyes shadow line, I can’t tell you how amazing the texture of this shadow is– it’s velvety soft to the touch and stays on the eyes without creasing or flaking. I got very daring and bought the Green (04) collection (NT$1,200 is around $37USD)– the SA put the dark moss green along my lash line and swept the powder brush across the lighter colors (to blend them together) and put that along my crease. I was kind of scared to look in the mirror but it turned out so gorgeous! I’ve decided I need to go back and get the silver/gray/blue combo, too. You must try this if you can get to RMK (sold only in Asia and at Selfridges in the UK). Rumiko is a famed make up artist in Japan (she’s like the Bobbi of Asia!) and I have been obsessed with her products for 10 years. I also bought the creamy foundation– will have that review later this week!
More details here on the RMK website.
I like 04 and 02. I’m a big fan of greens and browns.
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Love, love, love RMK. I bought every lip gloss going as well as the eyeshadow duo that turns into a different colour when you put one colour on top of the other. It’s neutral in daylight and sparkles at night. Fabulous!
Their shadows are magical!!!!!!!!!!!
RMK is my absolute favorite Japanese brand, too! Their foundation is amazing!
TMI is cool but I love Sally Hansen Natural Beauty inspired by Carmindy. Awesome colors, paraben-free, and amazing drugstore prices!
TMI is cool but I love Sally Hansen Natural Beauty inspired by Carmindy. Awesome colors, paraben-free, and amazing drugstore prices!