Thursday 5 April 2007

Awake Splish Splash collection

Awake's summer collection, Splish Splash, just hit stores in Japan yesterday. It's a small collection but looks interesting. All items are limited edition. Awake is a high-end department store brand made by Kose and currently sold in Japan, US and Taiwan.

1. Aqua Trans Powder #6 Crystal Blue (pearlescent light blue to enhance the fairness of skin) and #7 Golden Honey (glimmering golden brown for a tanned bronze look), 4725yen for 28g.

2. Eye Tint Stardom in #11 Frosted Silver and #12 Sea Sapphire, 2625yen for 8.5ml

Found this description of Aqua Trans Powder on Awake's US website:

"Created with the magic of water, Stardom Aqua Trans Powder is available in five color corrective shades to perfect skin tones for a healthy, flawless complexion. The innovative formulation contains more than 77% water and moisturizing ingredients for a comfortable, hydrating coverage. Worn on its own or over a foundation, this botanical powder prevents skin inflammation and nourishes skin with natural anti-oxidants.

To Use: Open cap and remove the seal on top of the screen. Place the enclosed puff on the screen, and turn the container upside down. Apply onto face by gently pressing. "

And for Eye Tint:
"A liquid eye color that provides a gleaming wash of pearlized color with just one stroke of a brush. The water-based formula provides a refreshing application, while treated pearls and pigments provide long-lasting shimmering colors. Formulated with Vitamin E, Watercress extract and Hyaluronic Acid to provide soothing care to the delicate eye area."

The Eye Tints have an average 4.8 star rating on Cosme.net while Aqua Trans Powder has an average 3.3 star rating.

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