AMW Reviews: Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream

A year ago, when I was discussing BB creams with my friends, I remembered mentioning to them that a CC cream is coming up and the first brand (that I know) who made it was from Chanel!  I even joked about the possible apperaance of Double D creams (referring to bra's cup size).  Now that CC creams are out and available in the market, I guess it's not a joking matter anymore!  CC creams are also called Complexion-Correcting Creams!  What's the difference between a BB and CC cream?  I guess CC creams have "correcting" properties like that of correcting concealers.

As I was browsing through my favorite Glamour Magazine, I chanced upon a Clinique ad for their CC cream and I "instagrammed" it immediately as judging by the name, this CC cream is meant for me!  You know how much I love the Moisture Surge line so an additional Moisture Surge product is a huge Christmas Gift for my dehydrated skin!

Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream

in Fresh Peach

Clinique says ---

Next-generation perfecting formula corrects complexion issues, hydrates and provides UVA/UVB protection for a more flawless look today and tomorrow.  Complexion-correcting optics instantly balance yellow or dull tone to enhance skin's natural radiance.  Lighweight, oil-free.  Wears comfortably alone or under foundation.

Size: 1.4fl.oz./40ml
Shades available locally: Skin tone shades (Natural Fair, Natural, and Natural Beige) Illuminating shades (Fresh Pink and Fresh Peach).

AMW says ---
Pros

• Packaging
• Comes with SPF30.
• Lightweight and oil-free.
• Comes in shades that would cater light to dark skin tone.
• Comes with 2 choices, skin tone shades and illuminating shades.
• Gives sheer to moderate coverage.  Corrects a bit of my skin redness.
• Skin looks illuminated immediately after application.
• Can correct dull-looking skin.
• No allergic reactions.

Cons

• Price.  
• Will cause a bit of white cast in flash photography due to its SPF content.

Neutral

• Product will last for normal and dry skin but for oily skin, may slide off within 3-4 hours. 
• Though the product says Moisture Surge, it isn't too moisturizing as I expected.  Which is fine as this product can cater to more skin types.
• Scent: Smells just like City Block (the sunblock).

Overall

Clinique CC Cream is a 3-in-1 product, it's a sunscreen, a moisturizer and a very sheer foundation.  The shade Fresh Peach has a nice illuminating effect and it does its job hiding a bit of my skin redness in a very natural finish.

Tips

• Illuminating shades are best used by individuals who doesn't have much skin flaws.
• For more correcting properties, purchase the skin tone shades but be sure to try them on counter prior to buying!  
• CC creams are applied AFTER skincare before foundation.
• CC creams can be used on its own for a very natural, radiant finish.
• If you prefer more coverage and don't mind the limited shade availability of BB creams, go for BB creams, but if you find most BB creams are too heavy and thick for you, go for Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream.

Will I repurchase?
Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
All skin types.  People with flawless skin or with mild imperfections would enjoy this more! 

Where to purchase and how much?
 At local Clinique Counter for Php1,850.00 (approx $46.25).

Photos

Sealed upon purchase

Fresh Peach

 

Fresh Peach looks and feels like a tinted moisturizer with loads of "highlighting" properties.  It looks white against my skin but given ample time for the product to settle down, it looks very natural.

I prefer applying Clinique Moisture Surge CC cream using my clean fingers.  A little goes a long way but if you like a bit more coverage, apply a bit more and blend blend blend!

Before and After (Photo edited only for the size)

Left: Bare Faced

Right: With Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream in Fresh Peach

Skin looks more illuminated, even but not flat, the darkness was lessened thus giving me a very healthy-looking skin.

Have you tried any other brands of CC creams?
Do you prefer BB creams or CC creams?
As for me, I am still in love with my favorite BB creams but on good skin days, I prefer to pick my Clinique Moisture Surge CC cream to give me the effect of an 8-hour sleep! 

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AMW Reviews: Majolica Majorca Shiny Ray Liner Limited

Good morning!  I hope you have a great start of the week!  The weather was crazy over the weekend, it has been raining nonstop and I can't help but feel gloomy!  Since it's Father's Day yesterday, we've decided to go out still and nothing can perk up my mood than a good "brightening" product!  A long time reader would know how much I am into brightening products and I guess, that's my secret on looking "human"! :P

Majolica Majorca recently released their 2013 Summer Collection (Moonlight Virgin).  Part of their collection is a uniquely packaged Shiny Ray Liner!  There is a reason why Majolica Majorca has always been a head turner for me, just look at the unique packaging!

Back of the packaging

Majolica Majorca Shiny Ray Liner is a highlighter for eyes and lips.

Majolica Majorca says ---
A smooth, easy-to-blend pink beige liner than can be used to highlight the eyes and define the lips.

AMW says ---
Pros

• Creamy consistency.
• Easy to use.
• Can be used on eyes and lips.
• Gives a nice, shimmery finish but not glittery at all.
• Does give an illusion of plumper looking lips.
• Comes with a cute feather that can be used as hair piece.
• Lasts the whole day for dry skin and normal skin. 

Cons

• I would appreciate if the length of the pencil is longer!
• This cute packaging is part of the limited collection. 

Overall
A natural-looking highlighter for the eyes and lips. 

Tips

• Keep the feather and use it as a hair piece or attach it on a pencil or pen.
• For the eyes: Apply on the inner corners, pat gently to spread out.  Apply also on the waterline or just below the iris for dolly-eyed effect.
• For the lips: Apply right above the cupid's bow and below the lower lip.
• For extra full lip effect, rub a bit of the Shiny Ray Liner on your finger to warm the product up and gently pat the product at the center of your lips.

Will I repurchase?
Yes.

To whom do I recommend this to?
Girls who are addicted to highlighters!  Works for all skin types and skin color.

Where to purchase and how much?
At local Majolica Majorca counter for Php695.00 (approx $17.38).  Like Majolica Majorca Philippines on Facebook for more product information.

Photos

 Shiny Ray Liner with the free cute white feather.

Shiny Ray Liner's length is approximately 4inches.

The Shiny Ray Liner comes only in 1 shade.  

A pink toned beige that has a bit of shimmer but never chunky with glitters.

Applied Shiny Ray Liner on the waterline and lower lash line for brighter looking eyes.

This is how I apply on my cupid's bow and lower lip.

 

AMW wearing Majolica Majorca Shiny Ray Liner on waterline and lips.

No other makeup used but powder foundation and lipstick.

Do you use highlighters as much as I do?
I love using highlighters for the face and eyes but since I already have full lips, I prefer to skip this step!  With Majolica Majorca Shiny Ray Liner, I think a little bit on the cupid's bow is okay as it gives a nice effect on photo (above).

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Weekend Food Trip at: Luck Garden Seafood and Tea House

Keith's cousin arrived for a vacation, as usual, the way to celebrate is to dine out and stuff our faces with food! :P 

I've seen this restaurant packed most of the time when we go for drive through at Burger King. So I'm looking forward to see what the fuzz is about!

Assorted Cold Cuts

 Luck Garden Fried Rice

 Hot & Sour Soup

Spicy Spareribs

Suahe

Crispy Chicken

Steamed Lapu Lapu in Soy Sauce

Assorted mushrooms and vegetables

I wasn't the one who paid for the meal so I didn't really get the chance to check out the menu and their prices!  Overall, it was an okay experience, nothing unique or spectacular as there are so many other Chinese restaurants to choose from in the Metro.

Luck Garden Seafood And Tea House
3 Kanlaon Street Sta. Teresita
Quezon City, Philippines
Tel. no: (632) 415-5825


Have you tried Luck Garden? 
Do you have other food recommendations?
Happy weekend food trip!

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AMW Reports: I Met the Cute Couple - Jorgen and Christine

It's Saturday!!!  It's going to be a busy day together for mommy, daddy and baby AMW!  Yes, we're going out as a family and I'm quite excited to see Baby AMW explore the world!  *naks!  Exaggeration lang*  

Last Thursday, I was invited to watch the final episode of Christine and Jorgen's love story.  In case you forget, it all started with The Rose Fever wherein I get to experience how sweet Jorgen could be!  (P.S. I was still very pregnant back then).  Then, from all the research, I found a bit of information about Jorgen via www.jorgendipity.com .  Then the first kilig episode came when Christine (the accountant) shared a VLOG about how she met "the man who got away" the second time around during her first day of work!  Frankly speaking, I got "bitin" with each episodes and was able to watch all 4!  (Search Jorgendipity on Youtube).

Anyways, the launch was held at Makati Shangri-la Hotel and all 4 videos were shown.  Just when I was expecting for the last episode, Christine came out (fresh na fresh) looking so much like Toni Gonzaga still gushing about Jorgen. 



Then she left and the last episode was shown as we really want to know what happened.  Was it a happy or sad ending?

It was definitely a happy ending!  In between video watching, my discerning eye saw how Christine was applying Jergens lotion while speaking in front of the camera!  AH HA!  She did mentioned her better looking skin gave her the confidence to have a conversation with Jorgen.

 

At the latter part of the evening, the JORGEN came out from the back door and serenaded Christine right in front of everyone!  So sweet!  Who doesn't like to have her own Jorgen someday? As for me, I've found mine! :D

Jorgen and Christine was interviewed for a couple of minutes and it was fun seeing how young love transpired --- lol I feel like an old woman!

That same night, the lotion brand Christine used was unveiled!  I was right, it's the trustworthy Jergens!  The first lotion brand that I used when I was in highschool was Jergens and I can't forget the lovely almond scent!  My dad even hoarded a couple as gifts during Christmas season!

As you all know, Jergens came up with more variants to choose from, there's the Jergens Daily Moisture and Jergens Overnight Repair (my favorite)!  I can't wait to give these 2 a try!  

A group photo with Christine and Jorgen, the table hopping photo taking felt like a wedding ceremony!  *laughs*  

And of course, I had to be the third party! :P  

I want to thank my friends from M2.0 Communications and Jergens for the invite, I had fun snooping into other people's love story! 

Girls, there are so many ways to do to prepare ourselves in finding Mr. Right!  Some may go for makeup others may go for lotion! 

As for me, I had a boyfriend (Mr. AMW) as early as 17 years old so I really didn't have the chance to really prepare myself!  *lol*  BUT, I remember plucking my eyebrows just so I'll look more mature!  *laughs*  Oh come on, I'm not the only one who did something for that Sweet 16 ready to find a boyfriend stage!  :P

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AMW Reports: Beauty Can't Wait! White Now, Why Later?

Happy Friday AMW friends!  Yesterday, yours truly was quite busy attending events (finally) and it felt new and exciting once again to know what's happening in the beauty world!

I was invited to get to know the newest Close Up White Now endorser, before I tell you who she is, let me tell you about my experience using Close Up White Now --- I have finished tubes after tubes of the said toothpaste and indeed, it does give me a quick fix on whitening my teeth!  I can't say anything about the long term effect as of the moment as I switched back to regular toothpaste when I got pregnant.  Now, with all the events and meetings and makeup gigs I have to attend, I will definitely use this again for me to show up with a brighter and whiter-looking smile.  I do believe it's really the Blue Foam Technology that covers the yellowish stains on my teeth.  Just like how my favorite correctors would do on my face!

The event was held at Manila Peninsula Hotel and was hosted by Ms. Sam Oh.  Man, I love her shoes!

After a quick welcome, Celebrity, model, columnist, host, social advocate and editor at large --- was finally introduced.  It was none other than Bianca Gonzales.  Bianca is definitely one busy woman but she still finds the time to stay beautiful while keeping a polished and put together look, according to her: "Beauty Can't Wait" and I share the same sentiments!

 It was a fun afternoon as Bianca shared her quick beauty fixes on-the-go.  Now that I have an additional 24/7 job as a newbie mom on hand, I can't help but take down notes on her beauty fixes.

Bianca's list of beauty fixes ---

• Bright red lip liner - she prefers this over red lipstick.
• Bottle of Facial Spray - to keep her skin hydrated and to help cool off on a hot day.
• Green concealer - best in covering up those red blemishes.
• Nice Sharp Blazer and Heels - does wonders when switching from a day in the office look, to a post evening meeting at a fancy restaurant.
• A killer smile - with the help of Close Up White Now.

After a quick roundabout on quick fixes.  Claudia Vega, Close Up Brand Manager also went up the stage to show the power of Blue Foam Technology with a quick demo. 

How? A mixture of coffee, tea and wine was poured into the glass bowl which represents common everyday habits that can stain teeth.  2 teeth models was dipped into the mixture and removed after 10 seconds.  1 teeth model was dipped into the bowl of Blue Foam solution (the exact solution that's present in every Close Up White Now tube).  It was soaked for 10 seconds then removed.  After removing the teeth model from the Blue Foam solution, it was swirled around the bowl of water and pat dry to simulate rinsing of mouth after brushing.  

I wasn't able to take a good photo but I definitely see whiter and brighter teeth model, the one that was dipped with Blue Foam solution!

You can view Bianca's essential quick fixes on CloseUp's Youtube and the CloseUp Website starting June 21, 2013. 

I'm not sure if you have tried Close Up White Now toothpaste, but if you did, kindly share to me your experience!

My current quick fixes ---

• Sunglasses - thanks to Fly Shades I have loads of them to choose from.
• Colorful accessories - I just bought a couple from yesterday's quick shopping trip.
• BB Cream - I can get away without liquid foundation and concealer with this!
• Bronzer - gives me an instant healthy tan!  It isn't obvious that I locked myself inside the room for 1 month plus.
• A huge SMILE!

Share me your list please! :D

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