Congratulations to the new lawyers!! We made it. I cannot make it without God's help. I am nothing without you. Lolo, I wish you were here. Thanks makeup and blogging for keeping me sane. To my family, BF, friends, and sorority. Thank you.
Hi everyone! I decided to do a hit list post which will feature the products that I am loving lately. I have even considered checking outa list of online cosmetology colleges to discover even more great makeup products from a cosmetology/ makeup class.
In no particular order, my fave products are: 1. Maybelline Baby Lips - Two of my readers commented on how good this product is. I have tried Carmex, Chapstick to Vaseline.. I think this one is the best. Thank you for your recommendation. It moisturizes my lips very well. The balm just don't sit on my lips like a gloss but it does a nice job of making my lips softer and more supple. I have dry lips and I have noticed that I rarely experience chapped lips now. I also love the scent. I think I got the raspberry one. This only costs 79 pesos. I will definitely repurchase.
2. Splash Hair Control Polish - I like this better than a leave on serum. This tames my tresses and baby hair without my hair looking oily. (The trick is not applying too much)
3. Sophia Eyelash Enhancing Kit - I posted an intro post for this product and a monthly update. I am very impressed with this one. A co-employee asked me last week if I my lashes are true or fake. Waahhh Nobody has ever took notice of my lashes before. Click here for more info about this product.
4. Revlon Lip Butters - I have been raving about this lip butters ever since I got them. I use it almost everyday to the office especially pink truffle which is my lips but way better shade. :D Review and Swatches here.
5. San San Rosy Blush - I expressed my profound love for the Peach blush before. I have been liking this blush because it looks similar with my ELF blush, the one in the Studioline blush/bronzer compact. The gold shimmer is not noticeable but gives my face that nice glow. Click here for review and swatches of the San San blushes.
5. Fashion 21 Loose Powder - I honestly did not like this when I bought it at first. I was even thinking of throwing it away but I just kept it inside my makeup drawer for about 2 or 3 months. Again, I was influenced by Filipina Youtube Gurus in buying this product. I find this great for touch ups but not for setting foundation or BB Cream. However, I use this to set my concealer to highlight my under eye because the shade is a bit lighter for my skin tone.
6. Saizen Face Massager - I do not actually know what you call this stuff. Is it a face massager or scrub? I saw a Youtube guru cleaning her face with a face brush (the one used in facials). Having sensitive skin, I have an inkling brushes will definitely not work for me since it will prick my skin. Then I saw this at watsons and I am using this to clean my face every other day (not everyday). I feel that my face becomes softer after using this. I never thought that cleaning one's face can be so relaxing. :D
The tiny bristles are very gentle. Just don't press this hard on your skin.
7. Marionnaud N32 Angled Brush - Fave brush for the moment. I use this for blush application and for contouring my cheeks. I think I should get a back up for this brush.
8. Neutrogena Fine Fairness Bb Cream - I am using this everyday! More about this product soon.
9. MAC Gingerly Blush - This is my go to blush as of the moment. I find the shade very versatile. I can use this with a pink, peach or red lipstick!! Also, JlovesMAC love this blush too. :D
The shade is a very warm peach blush with brownish red undertones.
10. Nichido Tru Lashes Eyelash Adhesive - I was very disappointed with Aido and I was in search for a nice lash adhesive. During one makeup gig with my sorority sister, I was amazed that she was wearing falsies since 8 am and it was still on her until I went home (around 7pm). I was surprised when she showed me a tiny bottle which is very familiar because I have been seeing it always at the Nichido Counters. I was also thrilled that it only costs 60 pesos!! This tiny bottle does a great job. It dries relatively fast(not super quick, I hope you get what I mean).
This bottle is very tiny and it is worth every penny. The only thing I hate about this is the packaging. The cap can be really hard to remove.
That's it. What are the products you are loving right now?I would love to hear from you. Godbless everyone.. :D
Hi everyone! I never intended to buy something makeup related until payday. Plus, I do not have any craving as of the moment except for the beauty blender look alike sponge that Etude House was selling for less than 400pesos only!! I chanced upon this kabuki brush from Landmark! I was so thrilled because I was looking for a kabuki brush before in Landmark but these are not available.
The kabuki brush is dense compared to my small ecotools kabuki brush. This brush is also huge.
See? I told you it is huge.
No bleeding when washed. No shedding. SOFT! I use this for loose powder and/or setting my liquid foundation. NO PRICKING at all. The size is relatively big for kabuki brush. I also use this in applying powder on my neck area (to prevent the Casper look). VERY CHEAP! Guess how much?? :D 129.75 pesos!!! Let's do a cart wheel for the price!!! I am so thankful for Landmark for bringing good and affordable brushes for us to enjoy. You don't even need an online accounting degreeto know that is a good buy! The only reason that I would give a thumbs down for this brush is that the black cap was removed when I was using it! Thankfully! I just applied some mighty bond and it is good as new again. :D
It comes in this plastic container.. :D
This kabuki brush is available at Landmark Trinoma.
Hi everyone! I am thinking of cutting my beyond-the-shoulder hair.. I think my hair goes down as low as to the bra line (is there such a thing?). Anyways, I wanted to get a haircut because my plaque psoriasis is getting worst. Last year was very very very stressful for me and it is only now that I am experiencing the effects of it. I have been sternly warned by my derma to veer away from steroids that is why I keep on using the petrolatum plus other ingredients medicine she gave me. Hmm.. I know a lot of people do not know about psoriasis and the usual reaction is "eewww,, what's that?" I think people should stop being dumb and insensitive about people with skin conditions (whether they be contagious or not). Psoriasis, btw, is not contagious at all. I became more confident on my skin now (unlike before that I would sob to death because of my condition). Being a beauty blogger, it took an immeasurable amount of courage to announce to the whole world that I have psoriasis (I already blogged about this before). I will do separate post on this.
Anyways, moving on with my haircut. Aside from my psoriasis, I am also considering the minimal amount of time I could spend every morning to get ready before going to the office. My hair is quite thick too and it takes a long time for it to dry. I am not fond of blow drying at all. When I saw Charlene Gonzales last Sunday at The Buzz, I was so mesmerized with her new look. I told myself that if I just have that jaw line like hers and those cheekbones, I would get such haircut and even go shorter! :D I sought an approval from BF that I would cut my hair short and the answer was in the affirmative! The dilemma? the kind of hairstyle! haha I need advice from ladies working on theironline bachelor degree in cosmetology- which one do you think I should go with?
Choosing the right hairstyle for people with round face (like me) is very hard. I tried having a haircut (like a boy's cut) back in my high school days and damn, I looked utterly ugly! haha as in super! The following haircut look so pretty!! I do not if I could pull this of this layered razor cut.
I really like this cut because it deflects the width of the face.
Kelly Clarkson looking good with a short hair.
After her break up with Piolo, KC Concepcion chose to keep it short.
I would probably go for the inverted bob which became quite popular. Thanks to Victoria Beckham! :D
(all photos not mine.. credits to the owner)
What do you think? :D
Godbless everyone! Thank God tomorrow is Friday, Friday, Friday!!! :D
Hi everyone!! We are now on week three of the Neutrogena Fine Fairness BB Cream! Weehh.. :D Btw, congratulation to Apol Duque and Candy Matira for winning the week 2 giveaway! The answer to week 2 - YES! I am wearing the BB Cream. I took the above photo with flash. :D Careful.. Flash can make me look wash out in photos. I also made the picture smaller so you will have a harder time deciphering if I am wearing the BB Cream or not.
Also, the prizes are now ready for pick up.. To my batch 1 and 2 winners, I will send prizes next week. Please be patient. :D I already made a huge effort of sending out the prizes to all of you for your convenience and I also want those in the province to join my giveaway. :D
To join, answer this very simple question: Am I wearing the Neutrogena BB Cream in the above photo?
Here are the mechanics to qualify for this giveaway:
1. Follow my blog though Google Connect (if you have a blog)
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