The Random Truths

Still part of answering @dandanpol's challenge (somehow I sense this challenge will be answered in quite a few parts ^^;), these are my daily eye make up essentials.

From left to right and then to the front of the line-up, they are:
1. Eyelash curler - Shu Uemura.
Some may think that you can just use any brand, but from my own experience, a good eyelash curler matters. It curls the eyelashes better, and the handles give you better grip when you're using it- giving you a much easier curling effort. Sure it's a bit more expensive, but gives better results and it lasts longer. I change mine every 2 years, mainly because I can't find any rubber that fits well with the curler (Shu Uemura does not sell the rubbers separately). Price is about SGD 25.

2. Mascara - Maybelline Magnum Volum Express (Waterproof)
Considering you're supposed to throw your mascara away every 6 months, I always go with drugstore brand for my mascara choice, i.e Maybelline. I think their mascaras are the best value for money mascaras. L'Oreal is also a good choice, but usually they are a bit more expensive. This Magnum mascara is alright, but I prefer their original Volume Express (the one in black tube). I feel this one doesn't dry as easily. But am still OK with it, for now. Price is about IDR 70K-ish

3. Corrector (Concealer) - Bobbi Brown, in Peach
I. Seriously. Can. Not. Live. Without. This. I have very dark under eye circle, and I've tried several concealer to fix this, but none really satisfied me. I've tried brands from Maybelline to Shisheido, but the search was still an ongoing one, until I found Bobbi Brown's corrector. It gives me the coverage that I need, but still feels light. And it doesn't come off that easily, too. Price is about SGD 35

4. Eyeliner - Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner (Chocolate Shimmer Ink) & 5. Angled Eyeliner Brush - Sephora 15
I still remember the conversation I had with the shop attendant at Bobbi Brown a few years back, when I first decided to buy this eyeliner.
SA: You should try our gel eyeliner!
Me: No thanks, I've already got my own and I really like it. Been using it for years.
SA: Well, clearly you've never tried ours. I guarantee you will change your mind.
Intrigued, I decided to give it a try. And he was right. To date, this is hands down the best eyeliner I've ever used! I thoughtbit would be hard to apply, but it's not. With the right brush, it's as easy as applying a pencil eyeliner, but with a much smoother look. The color really stands out, and most importantly, it doesn't come off easily - even after all day wear. I use Chocolate Shimmer Ink, it's somewhat shimmery brownish. Really love it! Price is about THB 1400-ish. For the brush, I'm currently using Sephora's angled eyeliner brush (15). I like Bobbi Brown's eyeliner brush better, but this is also a good and more affordable alternative. Price is SGD 25.

6. Eyeliner - Revlon ColorStay (Brown)
As much as I love BB's Gel Eyeliner, it can be quite a hassle to use when you're in certain situations (in a super hurry, in a car, in an elevator, etc), so I also need a back-up eyeliner. I was first recommended by Mbak Anie, the renowned Blue Salon's Make Up Artist. She said that if I want to buy a pencil eyeliner, this should be it. But I have to get it in Singapore, because this kind isn't sold in Indonesia. Her words, "Beda deh ini sama yg dijual di Jakarta, kl yang ini warnanya jadi dan nda gampang luntur". So I bought it, and she was right. It is different than the Revlon eyeliners I bought here before. The color stands out more, and it is more waterproof. A nice alternative for when I have no time for the whole gel eyeliner ritual. Price is friendly to the pocket, too! Only SGD 10 :)

So that's my daily eye make-up essentials! Of course what is also important is the eye make up remover. I use either L'Oreal's or Maybelline's Eye & Lip Make Up Remover. Both do wonders at affordable prices, gotta love that!