The Best of 2016.

Uh, prethodna godina moram priznati nije na mene ostavila neki veliki utisak kada je kozmetika u pitanju. Ipak, neki od proizvoda koje ću pomenuti su me toliko oduševili, da ne želim da ikada ostanem bez njih (klik na nazive proizvoda za cele recenzije).


Uh, I have to admit that previous year hasn't left a great impression on me, when it comes to cosmetics. However, some of the products that I will mention have made me so thrilled that I do not want to ever be without them (click on the product names for full reviews).

1. Vichy Normaderm BB Clear

Na samom početku moram da istaknem ubedljivo najbolji proizvod koji se pojavio u prošloj godini i moju omiljenu BB kremu ikada! Savršeno smiruje bubuljice, matira i izjednačava ten, a lice izgleda prirodno i lepo.


Firstly, I must point out by far the best product that appeared in the last year and my favorite BB cream ever! Perfectly soothes acne, mattifies, evens out the complexion, and the face looks natural and beautiful.

2. Eucerin Anti-Transpirant Intensive

Konačno sam našla dezodorans koji zaista može da suzbije znojenje čak i meni! Da, sadrži aluminijum (tj. manje više to mu je i jedini sastojak hahaha) i ne bih ga nikada koristila na svakodnevnom nivou, ali u danima kada mi je bitno da nemam mokre kolutove ispod pazuha, konačno imam rešenje! Bitno je da napomenem, da mi nije nikada napravio probleme i začepio pore.


I finally found a deodorant that can really suppress sweating even in my case! Yes, it contains aluminum (ie. it is more or less the only ingredient hahaha) and I would never use it on everyday basis, but in the days when it is important not to have wet circles under armpits, I finally have a solution! It is important to emphasize that it has never made any problems or clogged my pores.

3.  Olival zlatno ulje smilja

Odlično ulje koje obožavam da koristim u okviru noćne nege. Tako lepo hidrira i lako se upija. Savršeno.


Excellent oil, which I love to use as part of my night care. So nicely moisturizes and is easily absorbed. Perfect.

4. Olival čarobno zlatno ulje

A tek koliko volim ovo ulje za za kosu i telo! Savršeno miriše. Divno svetluca i hidrira. Uživancija.


Oh and how much I love this hair and body oil! Perfect scent. It has wonderful shimmer and hydrates. So enjoyable to use.

5. Allin Losion za jačanje korena i brži rast zdrave kose

Losion koji mi je pomogao da moja mučena suva kosa brže raste i da bude zdravija. Ko ima živaca da spava uveče sa kosom koja miriše na beli luk, neka ga proba. Preporučujem korišćenje leti, kada kosu možete lakše da perete ujutru.


Lotion that helped my tortured dry hair to grow faster and be healthier. If you think you can sleep with hair that smells like garlic, give it a try. I recommend using it during the summer, when it's easier to wash your hair in the morning.

6. Ebelin Konjac Sponge - Green Tea

Znam da svi pričaju o ovim sunđerčićima, ali dok nisam probala i osetila mekoću kože nakon umivanja ovim sunđerom, zaista nisam verovala da su tako dobri.


I know that everyone is talking about these sponges, but until I have tried it and felt the softness of the skin after using it, I really didn't believe they are that great.

7.  MeLuna Shorty Menstrual Cup

Ne želim ikada više da živim bez menstrualne čašice. Ovo je i dalje otkriće mog života. A ovu kraću čašicu koju sam probala prošle godine volim još više, pošto mi više odgovara.


I do not ever want to live without a menstrual cup. This is still the discovery of my life. A shorter version I started using last year, and I love it even more, since it fits me better.

8. Bourjois Air Mat Foundation

Na šminku prelazim sa omiljenim puderom u prošloj godini. Lagan, lepo prekriva, ne oksidira, i matira. Mada, kao i kod drugih pudera (zaključila sam nedavno) mat izgled duže traje ako ne koristim nikakav kameni puder preko.


I'll start favorite makeup products with the best foundation of the last year. Light, nice coverage, doesn't oxidize, and mattifies. Although, as with other foundations (as I recently discovered) matte finish lasts longer if I don't use any loose powder over it.

9. Kiko Eye Base

Odlična baza za senke, koju sam beskrajno zavolela. Lako blendanje, savršena trajnost senki, nema nakupljanja u pregibu, jači intenzitet boja.


Great eye shadow base, which I love endlessly. Easy blending, perfect durability of eye shadows, no accumulation in the crease, stronger colour intensity.

10. Essence Blogger' Beauty Secrets - The Glow Must Go On Bronzing & Highlighting Palette

Možda i omiljeni komad šminke u prošloj godini. Posezala sam za ovom paletom skoro svaki dan. Dobra je za oči, a preko leta i kao bronzer za svetlucavo preplanuli izgled. Samo pažljivo zbog dobre pigmentacije.


Perhaps my favorite piece of makeup in the past year. I have used it almost every day. It is good for the eyes, and during the summer as a bronzer for a shimmering tan. Only be careful because of its good pigmentation.

11. Deborah Atomic Red Mat Lipstick

Ubedljivo omiljen ruž u prošloj godini, iako sam ga dobila tek pre malo više od dva meseca.


By far my favorite lipstick of the last year, although I got it a little over two months ago.

12. Nyx Liquid Suede Lipsticks

Omiljeni tečni mat ruževi u prošloj godini, iako im formula nije u potpunosti savršena. Ipak toliko su divni po boji, da im opraštam. Mada generalno formula nije loša, i vrlo su prijatni.


Favourite liquid matte lipsticks in the last year, although their formula is not completely perfect. Yet they are so beautiful in colour, that I have to forgive them. Although generally they don't have such a bad formula, and they are very pleasant.

13. Glossip Milano Compact Blush

Odlično rumenilo, sa savršenom formulom. Vrlo pigmentovano, a lako se blenda. Takođe mi i boja odlično odgovara. Vrlo pozitivno otkriće!


Excellent blush with perfect formula. Very pigmented, but easy to blend. Also, the colour fits me so well. Very positive discovery!

Kao i svake godine proglasiću brend godine, u zavisnosti od utisaka vezanih za jedan ili više proizvoda koje sam koristila. Po meni brend 2016. godine mora biti Vichy, i to ne samo zbog savršene Normaderm BB kreme, već i zbog proizvoda za zaštitu od sunca, kao i okoloočnog Liftactiv Serum 10 Eyes & Lashes, koji sam takođe probala u prošloj godini i koji je fenomenalan! Takođe, srećna sam što u prošloj godini nije bilo previše velikih promašaja i razočaranja, te u negativnom kontekstu ipak ovaj put neću nabrojati ni jedan proizvod. Da li ste probali neki od mojih favorita za prošlu godinu i kakvi su bili vaši utisci? Koji su bili vaši favoriti u protekloj godini?


As every year, I will announce the brand of the year, depending on my impressions related to one or more products that I have used. For me the brand in 2016. must be Vichy, not only because of the perfect Normaderm BB cream, but also because of their sun protection products, as well as Liftactiv Serum 10 Eyes & Lashes, which I also tried last year and it was phenomenal! Also, I am happy that in the last year there were no big failures and disappointments, so I won't mention any products in a negative context this time. Have you tried some of my favorites of the last year and what were your impressions? Which are your favorites for the last year?

Kanta Vol. 24

Već 24. put vreme je za brze utiske o proizvodima koje sam potrošila. Kratko, jasno i korisno. Pa da krenemo:

For the 24th time it's spent products post time. Short, clear and useful. Let's start:

- Vichy Ideal Soleil Bronze Tan Optimizing Hydrating Spray SPF30 - Odlično lagano mleko sa visokim faktorom zaštite. Pumpica zna da se začepi i na tome treba poraditi, ali formula mleka je divna. Cena mleka je 2300 za 200ml. Moja ocena 5/5.

- Sofi bršljan ulje protiv celulita - Malo zategne kožu pa celulit deluje manje vidljiv. Radi isto što i ostale kreme ovog tipa ali ima prirodni sastav pa mi se zato više sviđa. Cena ulja je 465 dinara a bočica sadrži 110ml. Ocena 4/5.

- Nivea Intimo Mild - Volim Nivea intimne sapune, pa tako i ovaj. Blag i umirujuć. Sa lepim blagim mirisom. Cena mu je koliko se sećam oko 300 dinara, a bočica sadrži 250ml. Ocena 5/5.

- Vichy Ideal Soleil Bronze Tan Optimizing Hydrating Spray SPF30 - Excellent light milk with a high protection factor. Pump sometimes gets stuck, and they have to work on that a bit, but the formula is wonderful. The milk costs 2300 RSD for 200ml. My score 5/5.

- Sofi ivy anti-cellulite oil - Tightens the skin a bit, so cellulite is less visible. Works the same as the other creams of this type but has the natural composition, so I like this oil more. The price of the oil is 465 RSD and the bottle contains 110ml. Score 4/5.

- Nivea Intimo Mild - I love Nivea intimate soaps, including this one. Gentle and soothing. With a beautiful mild scent. Price is as I recall, about 300 RSD, and the bottle contains 250ml. Score 5/5.

- Vichy Liftactiv serum 10 eyes & lashes - Možda i omiljena okoloočna krema. Divno hidrira i lagana je, a može da se maže i na kapke. Ojačava trepavice, a efekat je vidljiv. Cena seruma je na žalost 3735 dinara, a bočica sadrži 15ml. Ocena 4/5.

- Noreva Exfoliac Lotion - Losion protiv bubuljica za lice i telo. Pogodan za mazanje npr. na ledja. Malo pecka po nekad. Dobro uklanja i smiruje bubuljice. Veoma koristan proizvod. Cena mu je 2090 dinara, a pakovanje ima 125ml. Ocena 4/5.

- Vichy Liftactiv serum 10 eyes & lashes - Maybe my favourite eye cream. Wonderfully moisturises, has light formula, and can be applied on eyelids. Strengthens lashes, and the effect is visible. Price of the serum is unfortunately 3735 RSD, and the bottle contains 15ml. Score 4/5.

- Noreva Exfoliac Lotion - Blemish Lotion for face and body. Suitable for application for example on the back. Sometimes it tingles a bit. Good in removing pimples and soothes. A very useful product. It cost 2090 RSD, and the package has 125ml. Score 4/5.

- Weleda badem krema za ruke - Vrlo retka vodena tekstura, ali i pored toga dobro hidrira. Ne bih rekla da je dovoljno jaka za baš suvu kožu. Miriše vrlo blago na badem, ali mi se miris baš sviđa. Cena kreme je 1050 dinara i tuba sadrži 50ml. Ocena 4/5.

- Afrodita Foot Care Sos Balzam - Krema sa 25% uree za suvu i grubu kožu stopala. Dobro omekšava i hidrira ali mislim da nije za najproblematičniju kožu. Sadrži 50ml i košta 329 dinara. Moja ocena je 4/5.

- L'Oreal Elseve Extraordinary Oil - Prilično dobro zagladi suve krajeve kose i mnogo mi je olakšavao rasčešljavanje. Cena seruma je 831 dinar, a bočica sadrži 100ml. Ocena 5/5.

- Weleda Almond Hand Cream - Very rare watery texture, but nevertheless it hydrates well. I do not think it's strong enough for really dry skin. It smells of almonds just a bit, but do like the smell. Price is 1050 RSD and it contains a 50ml. Score 4/5.

- Afrodita Foot Care Sos Balm - Cream with 25% urea for dry and rough skin of the feet. Softens and moisturises well, but I think it is not for the most problematic skin. Contains 50ml and costs 329 RSD. My score is 4/5.

- L'Oreal Elseve Extraordinary Oil - Pretty good it smoothing dry ends of my hair and it helped me a lot with combing. The price is 831 RSD, and the bottle contains 100ml. Score 5/5.

- Ebelin sredstvo za pranje četkica - Odlično i vrlo lako čisti četkice. Ima jak hemijski miris, mada u četkicama se zadržava vrlo lep miris nekog parfema i kada se osuše. Cena mu je 329 dinara za 100ml. Moja ocena je 4/5.

- Kiko Eyebrow Marker - Užasan proizvod. U teoriji odličan, ali u praksi na mojoj masnijoj koži lica marker neće da piše. Odmah sam ga bacila u đubre. Inače koštao je 5.90 EUR i ima 1.6g. Moja ocena je 2/5.

- Ebelin Brush Cleanser - Excellent and easily cleanses brushes. It has a strong chemical smell, although the brushes have a beautiful smell of perfume when they dry after cleansing. It cost 329 RSD and has 100ml. My score is 4/5.

- Kiko Eyebrow Marker - Terrible product. In theory great, but in practice on my oily skin this marker won't write. I immediately threw it in the trash. It costs 5.90 EUR and has 1.6g. My score is 2/5.

To bi bilo to u ovom postu. Da li ste koristili neki od ovih proizvoda?


That would be it for this post. Did you use some of these products?

Ebelin Professional Make Up Egg & Concealer Egg

Postoje tri tipa devojaka: one koje puder nanose prstima, sunđerima i četikicama. Ja spadam u ovu treću grupu, a ako se žurim ponekad izletim i u grupu koja koristi dobre stare prste. Naravno to malo zavisi i od same formule pudera, i koliko jako prekrivanje želim da dobijem. Ipak nisam mogla da odolim da ne probam sunđere, i to naravno u obliku sada već veoma popularnog jajeta. Odlučila sam se za Ebelin jaje koje se može naći u DM drogerijama. Kada sam ga kupila koštalo je 375 dinara (mada moguće je da je danas za nijansu skuplje).

There are three types of girls: those that apply foundation using their fingers, different kinds of sponges and brushes. I belong to the third group, and if I'm in a hurry I sometimes jump to the group that uses the good old fingers. Of course it depends a little form the foundation formula, and the coverage I want to achieve. Yet I could not resist trying out some sponges, and of course I bought the one in a form of a now very popular egg. I decided to buy Ebelin egg that can be found in DM drugstores. When I bought it, it costed 375 RSD (although it is possible that today it is a bit more expensive).

Sunđer je roze boje i srednje je tvrd. Kada se pokvasi blago se uveća i omekša. Mokar sunđer upiće manje pudera u sebe, pa ćete na taj način štedeti sam proizvod. Naravno pre nanošenja sunđer se dobro iscedi od vode, a zatim se puder raspoređuje po koži tapkanjem. Za to je koristim donji širi deo sunđera. Dobra stvar kod ovi sunđerčića je što se s njima nanosi vrlo tanak i prozračan sloj pudera. Deluje tanje nego kada za nanošenje koristim četkicu, a svakako je tanji sloj nego kada se puder nanosi prstima. Takođe puder deluje veoma ujednačeno i izblendano.

Sponge is pink and medium hard. When dampened it slightly enlarges and becomes softer. Wet sponge will soak in less foundation, and you will thus save product. Of course, before applying your foundation sponge sound be squeezed to remove excess water, and then the foundation should be applied by tapping motion. For that I use the big lower part of the sponge. The good thing about these sponges is that they easily apply a very thin layer of foundation. It is thinner than when I use a brush to apply it, and it is certainly thinner than when I use my fingers for application. Also, foundation looks very even and blended.

S druge strane vrh sunđera koji je zašiljen može se koristiti za korektor ispod oka ili za bolje prilaženje delovima oko nosa, Ovaj sunđer je dobar i za blendanje proizvoda za konturiranje i generalno stapanje šminke koju na lice nanesete. Njim možete i setovati ten praškastim proizvodima. Krajnji rezultat je lagan, izblendan, prozračan i blago sjajan ten (koža mi uvek deluje nekako dewy posle korišćenja sunđera).

On the other hand the top of the sponge that is tapered can be used for concealer under the eye or to reach area around the nose more easily. This sponge is good for blending contouring products and generally blending makeup you apply. It can also be used for setting makeup using powdery products. The end result is a lightweight, blended, translucent and slightly shiny complexion (my skin always looks a bit dewy after using the sponge).

Od skoro Ebelin je u prodaju ubacio i pakovanje sa dva mini jajeta koji su namenjeni nanošenju korektora. Daleko su lakši i praktičniji za korišćenje u ovoj regiji nego vrh velikog jajeta. Cena pakovanja sa dva mini jajeta je 399 dinara.

Ebelin recently introduced packaging with two mini eggs that are intended for concealer application. They are far easier and more convenient to use in this region than the tip of the large egg. Price of this packaging with two mini egg is 399 RSD.

Pošto su ovi sunđerčići mali, za blendanje korektora ispod oka koristim zaobljeni donji deo sunđera, dok zašiljeni koristim samo oko unutrašnjeg dela oka. Ako korektor prvo nanesem i blago razmažem prstima sunđerčić će zaista lepo izblendati korektor do kraja. Ako pak jaje koristim za nanošenje korektora, dobija se ponovo tanji sloj i ako vam je korektor malo stariji ili vam ova regija nije dovoljno hidrirana, ne dobija se baš idealno prekrivanje i ujednačenost.

Since these sponges are small, for blending concealer under the eye I use the rounded bottom of the sponge, while tapered part I only use around the inner part of the eye. If I apply concealer first and then use sponge for blending, it will do that well. But if I use the sponge to apply concealer, I get thinner layer again, so if your concealer a little older or this region is not sufficiently hydrated, you won't get an ideal coverage and evening of the complexion.

Sunđeri bi trebalo da se operu nakon svakog korišćenja. Najčešće ih perem običnim tečnim sapunom, ali po nekad koristim i tečnost za čišćenje četkica za šminku. Prilično se lako očiste i na njima ne ostaju baš mnogo mrlje od pudera i korektora.

Sponges should be washed after each use. Most often I wash them using liquid soap, but sometimes I use the cleaning liquid for makeup brushes. They are pretty easy to clean and foundation and concealer stains wont stay on them that much.

Na slikama ispod možete da vidite razliku u veličini ovih sunđerčića kada su suvi i nakvašeni. Pokvasila sam plavi sunđer, dok je rozi suv.

In the pictures below you can see the difference in size of the sponge when dry and soaked with water. The blue sponge is wet, while the pink one is dry.

Ovi sunđeri su zaista jedan višenamenski proizvod za brzo i lako nanošenje pre svega tečnih proizvoda na lice, ali i blendanje svih ostalih proizvoda. Često ih koristim od kad sam ih kupila, mada moram priznati da su mi moje četkice i dalje najdraže za nanošeje pudera.

These sponges are truly a multi-purpose products for quick and easy application of liquid products on the face, but also for blending of all other products. I have used them often since I got them, although I must admit that I continue love to most my good old foundation brushes.

Da li koristite čuvena sunđerasta jaja i kakvo je vaše mišljenje o njima? Koji vam je omiljeni brend ovih aplikatora?

Informacije i ocene
Cena	Veliko: 375 RSD Mala: 399 RSD
Gde kupiti	DM
Tipovi	2
Da li bih ih ponovo kupila	Da
Cena	5/5
Nanošenje	5/5
Čišćenje	4/5
Izgled lica	4/5
Ukupna ocena	5/5
Za	Protiv
- cena - lako se čiste - nanosi se tanak sloj pudera - dobro blendanje

Are you using these famous sponge eggs and what is your opinion of them? What is your favourite brand of these applicators?

Information and scores
Price	Big: 375 RSD Small: 399 RSD
Where to buy	DM
Types	2
Would I buy them again	Yes
Price	5/5
Application	5/5
Cleaning	4/5
Look of the face	4/5
Overall Score	5/5
Pros	Cons
- price - easy to clean - apply thin foundation layer - great blending

Ebelin Konjac Sponge - Green Tea

S obzirom koliko su dobili na popularnosti, velika je verovatnoća da ste već čuli za Konjac sunđere za lice. Konjac sunđeri su prirodnog porekla i zapravo se prave od istoimene vrste krompira koji raste u Aziji. Ova biljka ima 97% vode, bogata je mineralima, prirodno je alkalna i ima pH koji savršeno odgovara koži. Konjac sunđeri namenjeni su umivanju svih tipova kože pošto ne sadrže nikakve hemikalije, a kako su potpuno prirodni biorazgradivi, nisu ni štetni za okolinu. Ovi sunđeri prvo su postali popularni u Aziji, ali sada su već hvaljeni širom sveta. Kompanije koje ih prave pored običnog suđera, često prave i specijalizovane vrste, kao što su sa crnim ugljem, belom glinom, đumbirom ili zelenim čajem, koje su zato bolji za neki određeni tip kože.

Considering how popular they are, it is very likely that you have already heard of Konjac face sponge. Konjac sponges are of natural origin and are in fact made from a type of potato with the same name that grows in Asia. This plant has a 97% water, is rich in minerals, naturally alkaline and has a pH that perfectly matches the skin. Konjac sponges are intended for washing all types of skin, as they don't contain any chemicals, and since they are all-natural they are biodegradable and not harmful to the environment. These sponges first became popular in Asia, but now they are loved throughout the world. Companies that make them, next to the ordinary sponges, often make specialized types too, such as ones with charcoal, white clay, ginger or green tea, which are therefore better for some particular skin type.

Ako želite da probate ove sunđere, pored naručivanja iz inostrantsva putem interneta, koje ja volim jer tako možete da uštedite, tu je i kupovina ovih sunđera u Sephora radnjama (890 RSD). Od nedavno tu je i mnogo jeftinija opcija - Ebelin Konjack sunđer sa zelenim čajem, koji se može naći u DM radnjama i to za samo 299 dinara. 

If you want to try these sponges, in addition to web-ordering from abroad, which I love because you can save money, you can also buy these sponges in Sephora stores (890 RSD). Recently a much cheaper option became available - Ebelin Konjack Sponge with green tea, which can be found in DM drugstores for only 299 RSD.

Sundjer kada je suv potpuno je tvrd, ali kada se natopi vodom omekša i uveća se. Ako je sunđer suv trebaće mu par minuta da se potpuno natopi vodom. Sunđer stavite u sud sa mlakom vodom i sačekajte da se natopi. Nakon toga sunđer se iscedi od viška vode i njime se trlja lice. Može se koristiti sa ili bez nekog gela za umivanje. Ja ovaj sunđer uglavnom koristim bez ičega kada se ujutru umivam. Bez velikog pritiskanja, kružnim pokretima, trljam kožu nekoliko minuta. Zatim malo isperem sunđer i ostavim ga da se suši. Sunđeru treba više od celog dana da bi se potpuno osušio, tako da će natapanje sunđera pre umivanja trajati dosta kraće ako ga koristite svaki dan.

Sponge is hard when it is completely dry, but when it collects water it becomes soft and larger. If the sponge is dry it will take a few minutes for it to become completely saturated with water. You should put your sponge in a bowl with warm water and let it soak. After that I squeeze the sponge to remove the excess water, and rub my face with it. It can be used with or without a washing gel. I prefer using the sponge with nothing on it for my morning wash. Without pressing it a lot, I use circular motions to rub the skin for several minutes. Then I wash the sponge a bit and let it dry. Sponge needs more than one day to completely dry so if you use it every day the soaking process before use will be shorter.

Efekat ovog sunđera me je oduševio već posle prvog korišćenja. Prvo, samo umivanje i blaga masaža koje ovaj sunđer pruža su odlični za tonus i prokrvljenost kože, kao i za blagi piling i uklanjanje mrtvih ćelija sa površine kože. Nakon umivanja koža ima neverovatnu teksturu. Zategnuta je i glatka, meka i nema isušivanja. Ovaj Ebelin sunđer je sa dodatkom zelenog čaja, pa je možda i on zaslužan za deo efekata. Najzanimljivije je da su i pore stegnute, a lučenje sebuma u toku dana malo manje. Ovaj sunđer bukvalno oživi i ulepša moju kožu. Rok trajanja mu je oko dva meseca, i to ako ne koristite dodatne gelove za umivanje. Kada mu se oblik promeni i malo se smanji i smežura, vreme je za zamenu. Ja planiram da iz inostranstva naručim razne sunđere sa dodacima i sve ih isprobam. Zaljubljena sam u ovaj sunđer i on je postao moja HG umivalica.

I was amazed by the effects of this sponge after the first use. First, washing and a gentle massage this sponge provides are great for muscle tone and blood circulation, but also it gently exfoliates and removes dead cells from the skin surface. After cleansing, the skin has an incredible texture. Toned and smooth, soft and not dried out. This Ebelin sponge is with the addition of green tea, so this is perhaps a reason for some of these effects. The most interesting is that my pores are tight and sebum secretion during the day is a bit less. This sponge literally revives and beautifies my skin. The shelf life is about two months, if you do not use additional gels for washing. When it deforms a little and reduces in size, it's time for a replacement. I plan to order sponges with various additives and try them all. I'm in love with this sponge, and it became my HG face cleanser.

Informacije i ocene
Cena	299 RSD
Gde kupiti	DM
Tipovi	1
Da li bih ih ponovo kupila	Da!
Cena	5/5
Sastav	5/5
Osećaj na koži	5/5
Nega	5/5
Ukupna ocena	5/5
Za	Protiv
- cena - odlično čisti - ne isušuje - blagi piling - skupljene pore i manje sebuma - masaža - prirodan	- samo jedna vrsta za sada

 Da li ste probali Konjac sunđere, i ako nista šta čekate?!

Have you tried Konjac sponges, and if not what are you waiting for?!

Information and scores
Price	299 RSD
Where to buy	DM
Types	1
Would I buy them again	Yes!
Price	5/5
Ingredients	5/5
Feeling on skin	5/5
Care	5/5
Overall Score	5/5
Pros	Cons
- price - great cleansing - doesn't dry skin out - mild scrubbing - smaller pores and less sebum - massaging - natural	- only one type available

Moje omiljene četkice

Četkice su veoma bitan deo procesa šminkanja, zapravo one su neophodne ako uopšte želimo da pokušamo da se našminkamo dobro. Ja jako volim da ih kupujem, ali isto tako ne želim da kupujem nerazumno skupe četkice luksuznih brendova, već se uvek opredeljujem za jeftine. I među njima mogu se naći odlične četkice, a u ovom postu sam htela da vam pokažem one koje ja lično najviše volim i kažem vam za šta volim da ih koristim. Sve male četkice retko kad su bile skuplje od 500 dinara, dok su velike za lice recimo oko 1500 dinara. Kod većine sam napisala cenu, ali za nekoliko nisam znala tako da ste ostali bez tačne cene.

Brushes are a very important part of any make-up, in fact, they are necessary if you want to apply your make-up well. I really like to buy them, but I also don't want to buy unreasonably expensive brushes from luxury brands, but I always decide to go cheap. Even here you can find excellent brushes, and in this post I wanted to show you the ones that I personally love the most and tell you what I use them for. All small brushes here are not more expensive than 500 RSD, while big ones are around 1500 RSD. I wrote most of the prices, but a few I didn't know so you'll have to remain without their exact prices.

Četkice za podlogu:

- Blush 32 - 620 din, Alexandar Cosmetics,

- Real Techniques Expert Face Brush - 1339 din, DM .

Dve realno vrlo slične četkice, meke i odlične za razmazivanje tečnog pudera. RT je malo manja i blago pljosnata dok je Blush okrugla. Po gustini i mekoći su veoma slične. Verovatno zbog manje veličine, RT upije manje proizvoda prilikom nanošenja.

Foundation brushes:

- Blush 32 - 620 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics,

- Real Techniques Expert Face Brush - 1339 RSD, DM.

Two realistically very similar brushes, soft and excellent for spreading liquid foundation. RT is slightly smaller and slightly flatter while Blush is round. The density and softness are very similar. RT absorb less foundation during application, probably because of the smaller size. 

Četkice za oči:
- Blush 14C - 320 din, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Blush 65E - 310 din, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Blush 14B - 320 din, Alexandar Cosmetics.


Brushes for the eyes:
- Blush 14C - 320 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Blush 65E - 310 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Blush 14B - 320 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics.

Voljene četkice za blendanje Blush 14B i 14C koristim svaki dan. 14C je kraća i zbog toga mnogo bolja u blendanju, pa je koristim za pregib kapka, dok dužu 14B koristim za svetlije nijanse koje nanosim ispod obrva i finalno blendanje ka pregibu. 65E je fenomenalna pencil četkica, tvrda taman koliko treba.

Beloved blending brushes Blush 14B and 14C I use every day. 14C is shorter and therefore much better at blending, and I use it for crease, while the longer one 14B I use for lighter shades that I apply below the eyebrows and for final blending toward the crease. 65E is a great pencil brush, with just the right firmness.

Četkice za nanošenje senki:

- Cala 313 - 329 din, Alexandar Cosmetics,

- Essence četkica za senke - oko 250 din, Lilly, DM,

- Ubu 36 Smudger Brush - deo kompleta, DM,

- Mineralza Small Chisel Eye Brush - 500 din, preko FB.  

Brushes for the application of eye shadows:

- Cala 313 - 329 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics,

- Essence Eye Shadow Brush - around 250 RSD, Lilly, DM,

- Ubu 36 Smudger Brush - part of a set, DM,

- Mineralza Small Chisel Eye Brush- 500 RSD, on FB.

Četkice za nanošenje senke preko celog kapka su prilično proste i pred njima nisu veliki zahtevi, a moje omiljene su Essence i Cala 313. Tu su i dve vrlo specifične četkice Ubu za razmazivanje i Mineralza za veoma precizno naošenje.

Brushes for application of eye shadows across the eyelid are quite simple, without any demanding tasks before them. My favourite ones are Essence and Cala 313. There are also two very specific brushes in this group, Ubu for smudging  and Mineralza for very precise application.

Četkice za rumenilo:
- Real Techniques Blush Brush - 1389 din, DM,
- Ecotools četkica za rumenilo - DM.


Blush brushes:
- Real Techniques Blush Brush - 1389 RSD, DM,
- Ecotools Blush Brush - DM.

Sa ove dve četkice pokrivena sam kakvo god rumenilo da koristim. RT je obla, meka i retka, odlično kupi veoma pigmentirana rumenila, mada mi se ne sviđa baš kako joj ide blendanje ako je prvo nanošenje malo darežljivije od željenog. Ecotools je pljosnata i koso sečena sa obe strane. Odlična za blendanje i nanošenje skoro svih rumenila, pa je najčešće i koristim. Osim u slučaju veoma pigmentovanih gde posežem za RT.

With these two brushes I am covered whatever blush I use. RT is round, soft and rare, great for very pigmented blushes, although I don't exactly like how it blends if the first application is a little more generous than desired. Ecotools is flat and cut on both sides. Excellent for blending and applying almost all blushes, and I mostly use this brush. Except in the case of some highly pigmented blushes, when I reach for RT.

Posebne četkce za lice:

- Ebelin ravno sečena četkica - 569 din, DM.

- Blush 10A - Aleksandar Cosmetics.

Special face brushes:

- Ebelin Straight Cut Brush - 569 RSD, DM.

- Blush 10A - Alexander Cosmetics.

Ebelin četkica je prilično tvrda i od plastičnih vlakana koja mi nisu mnogo lepa sama po sebi. Ok je i za nanošenje podloge, međutim ono za šta mi je odlična je nanošenje korektora tj. kamuflaše, ako mi je potrebano da je nanesem na naku malo veću površinu. Odlično je razmaže i blenda pa dobijem jače prekrivanje bez težine. Blush 10A je divna precizna četkica za konturiranje, meka i srednje veličine.

Ebelin brush is quite hard and I don't like its plastic fibers that much. It is good for applying foundation, however what I love is how it applies concealer ie. camouflage cream if I need higher coverage on a larger area. Great in applying and blending, so I get more coverage without weight. Blush 10A is a wonderful precision brush for contouring, soft and medium in size.

Četkice za kameni puder:

- Ecotools četkica za puder - deo seta, DM,

- Look by Bipa kabuki - nema u Srbiji.

Powder brushes:

- Ecotools Powder Brush - part of a set, DM,

- Look by Bipa Kabuki - not available in Serbia.

Obe četkce su meke i prosto savršene. Kabuki je veći. Beskrajno je mek i lep. Obe četkice koristim podjednako, mada kabuki često nosim sa sobom pošto je kratak.

Both brushes are soft and simply perfect. Kabuki is bigger. Infinitely supple and beautiful. Both brushes I use the same amount, although I often carry kabuki with me, since it is short.

Četkice za korektor i obrve:
- Blush 12A - 345 din, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Ecotools četkica za korektor - deo seta, DM.
- Ecotools četkica za obrve - deo seta, DM.


Concealer and eyebrow brushes:
- Blush 12A - 345 RSD, Alexandar Cosmetics,
- Ecotools Concealer Brush - part of a set, DM.
- Ecotools Brow Brush - part of a set, DM.

Blush 12A je fenomenalna četkica koju svakoga dana koristim za razmazivanje tečnog korektora na podočnjake. Da se ja pitam možda bi je napravila malo mekšu. Ecotools četkica za korektor je odlična za nanošenje korektora i kamuflaže na lice, a četkica za obrve je super pošto je vrlo uska i precizna.

Blush 12A is a phenomenal brush that I use every day for blending liquid concealer on dark circles. If I could choose I would make it a bit softer. Ecotools concealer brush is great for application of concealer and camouflage on the face and brow brush is very nice since it is very narrow and precise.

Sve ovo su četkice koje koristim skoro svaki dan. Volim ih i bez njih ne mogu. Da li i vi delite ljubav prema nekoj od ovih četkica? Da li volite da kupujete četkie?

These are all brushes I use almost every day. I love them and without them I couldn't function on a daily basis. Do you share my love for some of these brushes? Do you like buying make-up brushes?

Ebelin sredstvo za čišćenje četkica

Nakon što sam isprobala Allin čistač četkica koji je biljnog porekla i miriše na žvake, rešila sam da isprobam i ovaj Ebelinov. Ah, kako sam se iznenadila kada sam nakon mirisa žvaka pomirisala Ebelin koji miriš kao razređivač za farbu. Miris je vrlo jak kao hemikalije i imam osećaj kao da će da mi sprži četkice. No i pored toga rešila sam da ga isprobam.


After I tried Allin makeup brush cleanser which is of plant origin and smells like chewing gum, I decided to try Ebelin, too. Ah, how surprised I was when, after using the one that smells like gum, I sniffed Ebelin that smells like paint thinner. The smell is very strong like chemicals and I feel like it's going to destroy my brushes. Nonetheless, I decided to try it out.

Dolazi u kartonskoj kutiji u kojoj je bočica od 100ml i košta 329 dinara. Ima raspršivač i za manje četkice dovoljno mi je jedno prskanje dok one veće, posebno ako su za tečni puder, prskam više puta. U neku ruku me i ne čudi što miriše na razređivač. jer ovaj proizvod i treba da razgradi šminku i omogući lako uklanjanje iste. Nakon prskanja na četkicu sačeka se recimo 30 sekundi i onda se četkica očisti o maramicu ili ubrus. Ja nekad četkicu protrljam i od ruku pa je isperem pod mlazom vode. U oba slučaja sa vodom ili bez, šminka nestaje u deliću sekunde. Eventualno kod tečnih proizvoda bilo bi dobro ponoviti još jednom postupak.


It comes in a cardboard box in which is a 100ml bottle and it costs 329 RSD. One press of the pump is enough for smaller brushes and bigger ones I spray a few times, especially if they are used for foundation. In some ways I understand its paint thinner smell. because this product should dissolve makeup and allow its easy removal. After spraying the brush I wait about 30 seconds and then clean the brush with a paper towel. I also sometimes rub the brush on my palm and wash under running water. In both cases, with or without water, makeup disappears in a split second. For liquid products this process should usually be done once again.

Sadrži od 5-15% nejonskog surfaktanta (to je jedinjenje koje smanjuje površinski napon između dve tečnosti ili tečnosti i nečeg čvrstog i zbog toga može da se koristi kao deterdžent). Takođe sadrži i fenoksietanol i parfeme (koji se ni malo realno ne osećaju). Proizvod odlično radi svoj posao i jeftin je, te moram priznati da vredi da se kupi. Samo nemojte da pomešate ovo i neku hemiju za čišćenje po kući, rastvaranje farbi i kreča, ili benzin za kola.


It contains from 5-15% of non-ionic surfactant (this is the compound which reduces the surface tension between two liquids or a liquid and a solid and therefore may be used as a detergents). It also contains phenoxyethanol and perfumes (which I really do not feel at all). The product is doing its job very well and is cheap, so I must admit that it is worth the buy. Just do not confuse this and some chemical for house cleaning, dissolving the paint and lime, or petrol for cars.

Da li ste probali ovu tečnost za čišćenje četkica? Koje je vaše omiljeno sredstvo za čišćenje pribora za šminkanje?

Informacije i ocene
Cena	329 RSD
Gde kupiti	DM
Vrste	1
Da li bih ih ponovo kupila	Možda
Pakovanje	4/5
Cena	5/5
Miris	1/5
Čišćenje	5/5
Ukupna ocena	4/5
Za	Protiv
- Cena - Odlično i lako rastvara šminku	- Veoma jak miris alkohola

Did you try this liquid for cleaning brushes? What is your favourite cleanser for makeup tools?

Information and scores
Price	329 RSD
Where to buy	DM
Types	1
Would I buy them again	Maybe
Packaging	4/5
Price	5/5
Scent	1/5
Cleansing	5/5
Total Score	4/5
Za	Protiv
- Price - Great and easy makeup removal	- Very strong alcohol smell