Blk Cosmetics K-Beauty Collection Review

by Dorothy Mae C. Torretijo - 8:27 AM

Why blk cometics? “It stands for the color black—something timeless, elegant, and uncomplicated,” explains Anne. But unlike other cosmetic products, blk aims to stand out by going back to basics. Explains Jacqe, “Our goal is to keep things simple. Plus, I’m also proud of the fact that we are one of the few local brands that has an official cruelty-free certification from PETA.

BB + CC Cream Stick

P449.00/$8.62 (6g)

Where to buy: Available on leading stores nationwide

Product Description: Meet the ultimate K-beauty stick. Score that coveted Korean glow with this hybrid skin perfector that gives you the benefits of both a BB and a CC cream in an easy-to-use stick. Infused with shea butter, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E, the rich, buildable formula expertly smoothens skin and conceals blemishes, while the unique priming core ensures a flawless application. Use the brush end to buff and blend for an all-day luminous look.

Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride , Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Microcrystalline Wax (Ozokerite), Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Beeswax, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Titanium Dioxide CI 77891, Iron Oxides CI 77491, Iron Oxides CI 77492, Zinc Oxide, Kaolin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Isohexadecane (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Sodium Hyaluronate (and) Xanthan Gum (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Canina Fruit Oil (and) Tocopheryl Acetate (and) Retinyl Palmitate (and) Mineral Oil (and) Ascorbyl Palmitate, Iron Oxides CI 77499, Kaolin, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil (and) Tocopheryl Acetate (and) Retinyl Palmitate (and) Mineral Oil (and) Ascorbyl Palmitate

Intense Color Liquid Eyeshadow

P299.00/$5.74 (5.5g)

Where to buy: Available on leading stores nationwide

Product Description: Easiest eye color ever. Make an effortless statement with this molten eye shadow that comes in pearly and matte neutrals, which are eye staples in Korea. The lightweight formula glides seamlessly on the lids, and dries down to a smooth, budge-proof finish. Minimum effort, maximum impact!

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Talc, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Synthetic Flourphlogopite, Butylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Quanternium-90 Bentonite, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Lecithin (and) Polyhydroxystearic Acid (and) Ethylhexyl Palmitate (and)Isopropyl Myristate (and) Isostearic Acid (and) Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium EDTA, BHA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, CI 77019 (Mica), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Red Iron Oxide), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, CI 77492 (Yellow Iron Oxides)

All Day Lip & Cheek Tint

P249.00/$4.78 (2.15g)

Where to buy: Available on leading stores nationwide

Product Description: Here's a stain that stays. Our watery tint delivers a fresh, vivid color that's great for achieving just-pinched cheeks or just-bitten lips-perfect for that low-key Korean look. The intense but blendable pigment lets you go as sheer or as vivid you prefer, and guarantees a natural-looking all-day flush.

Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin (and) Glyceryl Polyacrylate (and) Methylparaben (and) Propylparaben (and) Aqua, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin (and) Aqua (and) PEG-8 (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Red 33 CI 17200, Red 40 CI 16035, Blue 1 CI 42090, Yellow 5 CI 19140

Creamy Cheek Paint

P349.00/$6.70 (5ml)

Where to buy: Available on leading stores nationwide

Product Description: Hey there, sweet cheeks! Meet our foolproof, K-style liquid blush. The light, silky texture melts on skin seamlessly, delivering a soft veil of color with a healthy, second-skin finish. Use the wide applicator to finger-paint on cheeks-it's hard to accidentally apply too much

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, Mica, Glycerin, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Red Iron Oxide), CI 15850 (D&C Red 7 Ca Lake), CI 19140 (FD&C Yellow 5 Al Lake), CI 15850 (D&C Red 6 Sodium Salt)

K-Beauty All Day Intense Matte Lipstick

P299.00/$5.74 (3.4g)

Where to buy: Available on leading stores nationwide

Product Description: Our signature matte goes Korean. Enjoy the bold, matte lippie that you love in our new K-Beauty shades: a subdued peach, a mauve pink, and a berry red. Enriched with Vitamin E and camellia oil, our winning formula guarantees a non-drying, all-day wear, all while delivering intense color with zero sheen.