AMW Reviews: Gly Derm® Stretch Mark Cream

Happy Hump-day!
Today, I will be reviewing a stretch mark cream!  My most requested review!  Whenever I get reader queries from AMW readers, I actually turn on the OC switch and put all the mails in a separate folder so I can always look back and answer them whenever I get the chance!  See?  I really read all your mails and take serious thoughts on your queries!

Especially after giving birth, I've got the most request on reviewing stretch mark creams!  Unfortunately, well fortunately for me, I don't have much of a stretch marks issue even after having my tummy ballooned into THIS...

Photo taken by Blow-Up Babies Inc.

It must be the genes and a hell lot of luck! :)

Pampers First Php1 Million Winner

August 20, 2012 --- 2 days after I learning I'm finally pregnant, I remembered doing this shoot for Purple Groom and I had this wide grin on my face and I just wanted to shout to the world how excited I am with this news --- but I just can't.... so the mixture of excitement, extreme happiness were bottled inside me I just want to explode.

That was probably how the First 1 Million Pesos winner of Pampers felt when she saw her winning ticket inside her Pampers Baby-dry!

AMW Wears: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Pink Cognito and Lip Lacquer in Smoky Topaz

So I'm finally going out with a nude lips look once again!
Yes, I've been trying every possible combination for that nude yet "not sick" look.  I've found another great combination this time from Revlon!

I recently got the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick  in Pink Cognito and Lip Lacquer in Smoky Topaz from BDJ Elite Box Revlon Love Is On, I gave it a test drive for a couple of times and I'm ready to share my very simple day time look wearing both products. 

Revlon by Marchesa Super Lustrous Lipstick 

in Pink Cognito

Php350.00

Doing It All With the Right Shampoo and Conditioner

If you are a long-time reader of my blog, you can probably pinpoint how OC I am when it comes to my hair!  I've written about my money-saving elementary days just to buy a nice bottle of hair serum (when hair serums aren't even well-known back then!).  Yes, I have issues with my hair, my natural hair is so unique most hairstylists I visit would always say ---

"You have smooth hair but it looks frizzy, I can't explain your hair!"

"With your type of hair, the solution will always be rebond or Keratin-treatment"

"You have fine hair but since each strand is frizzy, you seem to have a head full of hair!"

"You better invest for a monthly hair treatment because your hair is extremely dead!"

OUCH ha! (Sakit niyo magsalita) :P

But instead of dwelling on my imperfections. I've realized, I just have to face it and maybe look for solutions!  The solution came in actually more than a decade after, when I started working to spend more on hair care products.

And speaking about facing what I have, my quick solution was, to go for a hairstyle that works for my hair type.  That brought me back to my "hair history".  It has always been a bob cut with bangs.  Can you spot me?  (Of course you can, encircled it for you!)

Cute di ba? :P

I  maintained that cut until I college, it has always been above-the-shoulder cut with bangs and it has to be "layered" in a way so it won't look thick!  I visit the same hairstylist for years and that's how I worked through the awkward hair stage and actually survived without people realizing it!

AMW Cooks: When Potatoes Seem Boring For You

Forgive me for the title, I just can't seem to name my "potato" dishes anymore as I cooked so many potato dishes for the past months!  Don't get me wrong, I am not trying to turn my family into Potatoes but it's just that, we love potatoes and we have loads of them back home and I need to cook them all in various ways!  It doesn't hurt that toddler Kyle loves potatoes so much so this momma will do anything to make her son happy!

Happy Toddler= Happy Mommy = Happy Daddy! 

The dish turned out really well especially the sauce!  It was just an invention and the family loved it so much now I'm wondering if I can re-do the sauce! :P  Any fellow cooks out there have the same problem?

Veloci's Holiday Collection --- CAMO

I used to be an active member of MPFA (Military Police and First Aiders) during my junior and senior years.  Part of the training, we have to go through a month plus of physical training during summer both in school and in mountains (Mt. Makiling to be exact).  So yes, I can still do the Rifle drills, the snake crawl, jumping jacks, making sure my belt and pins are extremely shiny using GLO!  I can even do "square meals" and all those deep masculine voice of "HOH!" 

Yes, I went back to memory lane again when I was at the launch of Veloci Holiday Collection --- CAMO.

The event was held at 100 Miles Cafe and upon entering the location, I had this feeling that we are not only attending an event but I have a feeling we'll be doing something both physical and mental activities!  I was pumped!

My Thoughts After Using Himawari Oil In Shampoo and Conditioner for a Month

So you've probably seen or heard about Dear Beaute Himawari Oil In Shampoo and Conditioner from beauty blogs or you've probably seen them on shelves at your favorite Beauty Bar Stores.  

I've received this set a month plus ago and here I am ready to share my thoughts after using both Shampoo and Conditioner for a month!  

AMW Reviews: Etude House Zero Sebum White Sebum Clear

Most awaited review from my "oilieship" :P  Friendships who have oily skin!  *harharhar*

I got the Etude House Zero Sebum White Sebum Clear MONTHS ago and I was just looking for someone to help test this product out.

Now, a long-time AMW reader would know how dry my skin is on a bad day and how "normal" it is on a good day!  I may have a bit of oil from here and there but it was all because of my extra "moisturizing" technique the night before!  So yes, admittedly, my face isn't the perfect canvass to test the Zero Sebum.

Thankfully, I have the ultimate oily-skinned willing guinea pig ..ahem Mr. AMW!  Thanks love! :D 

The packaging is cute, simple white with mint green accent and disregarding the size of the packaging (quite bulky really), I like the fact that it comes with a pump!  YAY!

NUXE Launches in Manila

So I felt like I was transported to Paris, France one Thursday afternoon.
I attended the launch of NUXE Paris in Manila Peninsula.

 

As always, before attending the event, I did a little bit of research myself and learned NUXE was born year 1991 by young entrepreneur Aliza Jabes.  The story is closed to my heart because Aliza created NUXE's first product at the time she was expecting her first son.  She created Huile Prodigieuse (NUXE's Star Product) --- this is the first multi-purpose product designed to take care of all the beauty needs.  This is an oil that can help nourish, repair and soften the face, body and hair!

Something New: Vedette Clay Masks, Peel Off Masks and Mask Sheets

Several years ago, when I came back from China, I bought with me loads of facial mask sheets and powder masks from Watsons and I always prepare a "facial spa" session for my family!  Everyone was giving me this puzzled look because facial masks back then aren't popular at all!

Given a few more years around year 2008 when I started blogging, everyone's been blogging about my now favorite mask brands --- My Beauty Diary, Etude House and Leaders Insolution.  

Now, with all the brands coming up with "at home facial treatment" products, I'm glad we are given more choices!  And looks like I"m adding up another brand to be part of my favorite list!

VEDETTE

The brand is new to the ears because it is indeed quite new even for me!  Vedette is a Vietnamese brand and it has been around for quite some time.  My beauty blogger friends So Loverly blogged about the brand during their Vietnam visit 7 years ago so that gave me an assurance that the brand is quite stable.

Just for reference, the brand does not only offer Mask Sheets but they also have Clay Masks and Peel Off masks!  You can choose depending on the needs of your skin and of course your lifestyle!  I am always a facial mask sheet girl because it is very easy to use and I only have a couple of minutes left before I sleep!  BUT, after trying out the other variant (CLAY), I am starting to fall in love with it because it seems more effective for my skin!  Will share more when you read further down.

Vedette Yoghurt Mask Sheets and Whitening Masks

Herstyler Colorful Seasons Ceramic Straightener Review and How To Use

So I recently posted about my BeautyMNL haul and one item that I got that I can't seem to stop using is the Herstyler Colorful Seasons Ceramic Straightener in Hot Pink! 

I use it daily to create various hairstyles and my 2 favorites are these....

Straight with curl at the bottom for daytime,
And beach-waves curl for nighttime.

I've done A LOT of research prior to getting this!  You guys know me, I make sure to make every single peso worth it!  I've watched Youtube video reviews and read various beauty blogs and finally, decided to give it a go since it costs even more in the US and I got it at a special price of Php2,500.00 from the original price of Php9,100.00.  I was a bit wary at first because of the huge price drop but after checking and rechecking online, I got an authentic Herstyler flat iron for sure!

AMW Cooks: Fish Fillet in Creamy Corn Sauce

AMW Cook Day!
How are you?  I hope things are looking great!  As for me, I had an awesome week, so many great things happened to me and I'm very thankful to God and to YOU guys for always coming back!

Today, as expected, I will be sharing simple, home-cooked meals for the family!  You know how busy I am!  So all my meals are quick, easy and of course, no frilly presentation because hey....we all just want to dig in right?

Fish Fillet in Creamy Corn Sauce was a huge success!  AMW family loved it so did Kyle!  So yay for toddler and adult friendly meals!

Something New: Flowers By Kenzo L'eau Originelle

Happy Saturday AMW Friends!
I'm off to a wedding today at Antipolo so I'll definitely dress up and pick my scent!  It will probably be the new Flowers by Kenzo L'eau Originelle.

Why did I pick this scent?  Well, the fact that I call this scent a bottle bursting with freshness!  With the combination of peony, freesia and the musks, the effect is refreshing yet feminine.

If You Have Furry Friends, You May Want To Invest On....

Tangle Angel's Pet Angel Detangling Grooming Brush!

During the shoot, I've seen how effective these brushes are in helping our furry cats and dogs relax!  I've seen how a nervous cat was suddenly put to ease, how some dogs were looking sleepy after a couple of brush strokes!  I had to get one for my Charchar and Chinchin!

And I got one!  A mini version for smaller dogs and cats!  I have 2 Pomeranian dogs by the way!

The founder of Tangle Angel is actually Richard Ward, based from research, he is a celebrity and royalty hairdresser.  His Tangle Angel brushes were a hit on humans and these humans are using them on their beloved pets, that's when Pet Angel was born!

I'm Looking for A Very Subtle Blush and I Reach Out For These....

Mary Kay Mineral Cheek Duos!
They are new and fresh from my radar so I had to really test them out and let you know my thoughts.

I love them!  They are perfect for daily use!  It doesn't hurt that the pan comes with a matte cheek color and a pearlized highlighting shade --- you all know by know how I"m obsessed with highlighting powders right?  

Solique Gel Polish by GirlStuff Launch

Happy Thursday AMW Friends!  If you follow me on Instagram, you were probably flooded with my #SoliqueByGirlStuff posts!  I'm sorry, I was just extremely excited  because I am working again with the brand I wholeheartedly love!  GirlStuff Polishes.

You've probably seen my first collaboration with the brand a couple of months ago via GirlStuff Bloggers' Elite Summer Collection and so far, I'm happy with the outcome!  Thank you so much to those who bought not only AskMeWhats polish but the rest of the "Blogger" Shades!

When President of JRadiance Corporation, Dra. Janina Tan messaged me to help her out for her Gel Polish launch, I said yes in no time!  

So here I was, haggard-looking but still happy!  Thanks Mr. AMW for this test shot!  I realized I don't have a "formal" photo because I was so busy running around!

Dress: Something Borrowed, Shoes: Zalora

The event was held at Chef Jessie, Rockwell.  After all the guests get to have their photos taken, they were ushered to the registration booth to pick their "passport" as a guide on how to enjoy several activities prepared by the brand.

AMW Reviews: Nars Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base

You haven't seen me talk about primers for quite some time because I have always been using my trustee Urban Decay Primer Potion for Clients and if I'm aiming for daily, inexpensive one, I go for the Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer.

And just because I'm a Beauty Blogger who likes to keep my eyes, ears open for new products to try, I've heard nothing but raves from fellow beauty junkies on the Nars Pro-Prime Smuge Proof Eyeshadow base!

So thankfully, I was able to grab a tiny sample after some shopping!

Photo taken from Nars website

This is the size of the sample I got and it wasn't bad because I was able to use this for almost a month!  As a little goes a long way!

AMW Visited Origins Retail Concept Store in SM Makati

Remember when I shared to you that Origins will be back in the Philippines?  (Post HERE)

Well, you can definitely feel the excitement more when you see their first Retail Concept Store in SM Makati!  I was there during the opening day and my heart was extremely happy!  The store is indeed one of the prettiest "beauty store" I've seen..here and abroad!

Origins is launching their new interactive retail store which means, they will be more engaging with consumers encouraging them to explore and discover the beauty of the brand and history.

My Pop Your Favorite Natural Beauty Honey Haze Look in 3 minutes

How can you be sure a nude, bronze-y, no make-up look will look good on you?

Get the set that comes with eyeshadow, bronzer/blush and a lippie!  That's what I did when I ordered my Pop Beauty Pop Your Natural Beauty Honey Haze palette from BeautyMNL. 

I've been using this set for more than a week --- I am obsessed!  And I can create this look in 3 minutes flat!  Or even less!  So I call this set a "No brainer" set on days I don't want to think too much about the products I put on my face!

Do you like it?  I hope so!

The set looks like this!  It comes with the ff:

Sunkissed Bronzer in Secret Sunshine

Bright Up Your Life Eye Shadow Trio in Naturally Bare

Pouty Pop Crayon in Barely Bitten

The set costs Php695.00 which is super worth it in my opinion especially since I am looking to try Pop Beauty products and I don't know where to start!  Any other Pop Beauty Recommendations out there?

The Burger King Grill and Chill Cookout that I Missed

Who loves Burger King? *raises my own hand*

You would think Burger King is just for students, for the youngsters who like the chill at the burger joint after school.

NA-AH!  Would you believe Burger King is my family's meeting place whenever we're complete?  We used to stay for hours inside the Burger King Tomas Morato branch and catch up wherever we can!  My mom and dad, who are both rice eater can't get enough of their Whopper!  

So last September 1, I was invited by Burger King to pay ode to the Whopper with their very own Grill and Chill Cookout #MARKSBETTER.   Unfortunately, I had series of meetings scheduled so I wasn't able to make it, but hey! I was there in spirit --- we're talking about burgers you know!  And fries, onion rings, yummmmmy!

AMW Cooks: Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus and a Surprise Soup

Happy Tummy Day AMW Friends!
How are you?  I hope you are into cooking or if not, into food to be able to visit this site!  I know cooking is really not from talent but from interest!  Yes, there could be people out there who has talent to cook, I tell you -- I don't!  But I want to cook for my family and I'm happy whenever I cook, so I call this my de-stresser!  How do you feel about cooking?  Can you share me more recipes if you are good at it? :D

Now, asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables after Broccoli, whenever we have asparagus back home, I made sure to cook it in a way that everyone would like to eat it!  So I've thought it making it more flavorful by adding bacon into the dish!

Now, this dish is best if cooked with oven!  Since our oven was broken (long story)  I've decided to push through this dish with my measly non-stick pan!

How?  First, ingredients!

• Asparagus
• Bacon strips
• For the sauce: Salt, Pepper, Garlic, Oyster Sauce, Soy Sauce, Sugar, Chicken Stock, Corn starch

Etude House Makeup Up And Away Promo with Air Asia

Princesses, how does it feel to take a trip to our favorite brand Etude House's homeland?
Too expensive to do so?
Not a problem!  I learned something new over the week when I was invited for an intimate event with Etude House!

 Etude House Philippines, in collaboration with AirAsia Philippines and Sejong Hotel, is giving away 2 round-trip tickets to Korea and a makeup shopping spree worth Php10,000 pesos to TEN (10) lucky winners of the Makeup Up and Away promotion!  Aside from that, TWENTY (20) participants will also get Php2,000 worth of shopping spree as consolation prize!  The promotion will run from September 8 until October 5, 2015!

AMW Reviews: Make Up For Ever ULTRA HD Foundation

Yes, I finally have this!  I've been  lemming for this product ever since it came out in the market!  One of my favorite Youtuber Pixiwoo made a review about this last July!  They said this works well on both oily and dry skin which excites me!  Will this be part of my personal make up regimen?  Will I include this in my professional KIT to be used on my bridal clients?

Truth be told, it is a bit too early to tell, I will be sharing my review based on the 2 full weeks that I've used this!  And you guys know how crazy hot it is with the sudden downpour!  So yeah, perfect scenario to review a liquid foundation!

I've tried the original MUFE HD foundation a couple of years back.  I did like the finish and feel of the product but I don't know why it didn't leave a mark as compared to Paul & Joe and RMK!  It must be the color matching?  Or maybe, I was just not into HD makeup back then?

My Favorite Brown Black Liner Goes To ----

*DRUMROLL PLEASE*

K-Palette 1Day Tattoo Waterproof Liner in Brown Black!

I have been a K-Palette Real Lasting 1 Day Tattoo Real Lasting Eyeliner user for more than a year!  I have been testing on various liquid liners but this brand definitely is part of my "Most Recommended" Liquid Liner brand!  What I love about this is the pigmentation, the longevity and how smudge-proof it is for our humid weather.  Of course, let us not forget the wonderful sharp brush that is so easy to use even for first-time users ! Okay, maybe not, but for someone who will try liquid liner for the first time, this is one of the most precise brush I've tried!

AMW Reviews: Online Shopping at BeautyMNL.com

So there's a new makeup shopping haven on cyberspace, it's called www.BeautyMNL.com, after seeing fellow Beauty Bloggers' hauls over their IG account, I know I am really interested to give this service a try!  After browsing through their site, I was impressed!  They have so many brands to offer and I'm even more surprised to see brands I've been lemming for a long time and almost ordered from the US to have them shipped all the way here!

WHEW!

I'll share more about my haul soon but let me share to you my online shopping experience so you'll know what to expect when you do some hauling yourself!

Please be reminded of my "ONLINE SHOPPING TIPS" post HERE 

So BeautyMNL is a beauty site that has articles and SHOP.  I was drawn to the shop right away and found various skin care and beauty products that I can purchased and delivered straight to your doorstep.

My L'Oreal True Match and Brow Artist Makeup Look + Initial Review

Happy Choose-Day AMW Friends!  How are you feeling today?  I'm feeling really tired from this crazy weather and the tasks that seems to be endless!  But like I said over my previous posts, I am choosing to be in a good mood because complaining will add up another "wrinkle" on my "oldie face"!

I'm sharing you my huge smile today because I am wearing pretty Air Optix Lens in Pure Hazel!  I've tried Sterling Gray, it looks really nice but the Pure Hazel is really natural to look at so I hope I can keep on practicing so I can wear this on my "feeling-not-so-pretty" days.  There are days we tired mommies want to look pretty right?  

And today's the day because I felt pretty after testing out the new L'Oreal True Match Makeup and Brow Artist products.

I will share to you my initial thoughts as I walk you through my simple photo-torial on how I would use each particular product!  Feel free to comment below if you have any additional questions, if none..just give me a big tight hug because this post is full of photos!  A for A-ffort for AMW! Woohoo!

AMW Wears: Michael Kors Lip Lacquer in Bombshell

Happy Monday AMW Friends!  I am sending good vibes with a huge smile and a happy heart to start of the week!

When you read about the Michael Kors Fragrance and Beauty Launch last July, you probably have one thing is mind --- Michael Kors has been around for fashion, how good are their beauty products?

Well, I do not own all the collection I've written but I was able to take home a lip lacquer from the SEXY collection in shade BOMBSHELL.  Let us start from there....

AMW Wore Air Optix Contacts in Pure Hazel

 HOW DO YOU LIKE IT?

My Language of Love #HappyGrams

I am very vocal with my feelings to a person!  I can tell you everyday how much I love and appreciate you and I can tell you straight as well if you wronged me.  I totally believe in HONESTY.

I was having a meeting with brand partners who are turning into good friends a couple of weeks ago.  Kriska, whom I have shared so many good and bad times with shared to me how she thinks of me as someone who loves to give compliments and shower people with simple gifts as a Language of Love.  That statement struck me, she is right! 

So as much as I do that unconsciously, I am appreciating how God gave me the gift to see the good of anyone I face and little do I know how much that can make anyone's bad day into a good one!  

AMW Cooks: Oriental-Style Tofu Dish

Happy Sunday!
It's a recipe day today!  I am so excited to share to you another #AMWCooks dish because I love this dish so much I wouldn't mind eating this daily!  And what I love most about this dish is how easy it is to do even for the "busy" guys and girls!

Oriental-Style Tofu Dish

I call this as simple as Oriental-style tofu dish because I honestly wanted to go this Mapo Tofu, I can't, because this definitely isn't spicy at all!  I can't cook spicy food because whatever I cook for the Mister, the Toddler eat it too!  So I try to whip up healthier dishes as much as possible!

AMW Reports: TBS x World

When The Body Shop invited me to join them in a journey to discover the most precious ingredients around the world, you know it will be a day relaxation.  Not because I am a Beauty Blogger but it is my nature to really understand the products I'm using.  The event is indeed perfect for a "researcher" in me.

No need for research, all the things I need to know from the product --- from the usage down to the ingredients --- are freely exposed and shared in this lovely event.



Relaxing music greeted me, even if SM Makati was filled with crowd and noise, I was able to filter everything out and just enjoy the soft music.

Tony Moly Fresh Cleansing Tissue --- worth to try!

I am very particular with cleansing tissues!  I know they will never replace facial cleansing with facial wash and water but I like using these especially when I just got home from a long drive!  I like to give my son a huge kiss without transferring makeup all over his cute li'l face!  So I always have a pack of makeup cleansing tissue inside the car!

One of my favorite is from Nivea and Burt's Bees and recently, I got a pack from Tony Moly without expecting much!  I mean, it has always been a western brand for me when it comes to cleansing wipes!

Lo and behold, just after ONE use, I was impressed!

Tony Moly Fresh Cleansing Tissue says ---

AMW's FIRST VIDEO TUTORIAL!!!

Hi guys!
I just came back home and received overwhelming response over FB when I shared my first makeup video tutorial in collaboration with Benefit Cosmetics!  Thank you so much for the love!  Everyone's being super nice eventhough I look so nervous!

Thank you so much Benefit Cosmetics Philippines for the unending support and trust, to Shebby Liquete of ShebbyChic for shooting, directing and editing the videos!  The videos came out really wonderful and I can't believe I was able to do all those things (adding all the pacute poses) in front of the camera!  It just proves how comfortable I was with the people I work with!

So to YOU who haven't watched the video yet, please watch it and show me some love!  I hope you'll enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed shooting it!  I hope to be able to do more videos for you guys in the future!

ENJOY!!!

AMW Reviews: YADAH Auto Gel Liner Pencils

When asked what my "must buy" pencil liners for our humid weather, I would always reply: "There's none good enough for our country!"  

Maybe, just maybe, after reading all the raves online about YADAH Auto Gel Liner pencils?  Maybe, these are the one?

So during YADAH launch, these pencils caught my attention big time I had to swatch them immediately!  The pencil glides on so smoothly and pigmentation is extremely good I told myself this is too good to be true considering its' price point!  Less than 400php girls!  So off I went home with all 3 liner shades --- Black, Brown and Gold and I tested it out for a month in various conditions!

The liner is AUTO GEL LINER Good Bye Smudge.  Judging by the name, I am expecting no smudge even for our weather!

On Motherhood....after 2.5 years

Taking a break to talk about motherhood.

Yes, I'm on sentimental mood once again!  Kyle just had another "nose-bleeding" episode and I am more calm and in-control now unlike the first time it happened!  Just a bit of background, Kyle has several moments of nosebleeding for the past year!  Now that he's bigger, the bleeding reduced drastically but he still experience it every now and then.  

As I went back to my work table and stare at his sleeping angelic face.  I can't help but tell myself to take a breather as his naptime only takes an hour and a half.  Yes, I knew his schedule by heart because I was the one who imposed it!  I know exactly what time he wakes up, what time he naps, what time he gets to eat his snacks, breakfast, lunch and dinner!  I can almost tell the exact time he does number 2.  

Am I a "Hitler" mommy? 

Definitely not, but I"m definitely a strict mom who follows certain rules and regulations made by...ahmm..ME!  hahahaha and everyone in the household should stick to it!  

OO na, Hitler Mom na!

When I received a package from Milna Philippines c/o a good Blogger Friend ,(Thanks Ginger)! I was reminded on how I used to be a mom to Kyle a year ago especially when it comes to FOOD.  And I wished I knew about these baby snacks a year ago!

"Milna is a baby snack food that is highly recommended by doctors/medical practitioners in providing nutritious food for your child during his/her developmental and gowing up years. Milna will be available in all leading groceries and supermarkets in September 2015." -- taken from their FB page.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Milna-Philippines

ARTDECO Lip Brilliance Gives Me Intense Color and Shine!

Happy Wednesday AMW Friends!  What's your current lip color?  

Today, I will be sharing a new found lipgloss that is packed with shine and COLOR!  Yes, I'm talking about a GLOSS not a STICK!

It is from ARTDECO called Lip Brilliance in shade number 03.  There's no name for this particular line of lipglosses but I would like to call this Intense Orange Red!

You all know how I'm not into glosss, I would pick a lipstick or lip crayon anytime of the day even though you would probably shake your head and say: "Come on Nikki, with your dry lips situation, a gloss is the answer!"  

Found my True Match During the L'Oreal True Match Event

You know how everyone is trying to "kill" the no-makeup look?
Well, No Makeup look is definitely one of the most difficult looks to create!  You have to create a fake flawless skin and your makeup has to look invisible whether you are indoor, outdoor and on photographs!

So when I got an invite to join L'Oreal Makeup Designer/Paris and be one of the first few to discover my TRUE MATCH in makeup, I had to go!

It was also exciting for me to visit Farmacy Soda Fountain and Ice Cream Shoppe for the first time!

When I arrived, I wasn't able to appreciate how the L'Oreal Paris Philippines team designed the area!  I was too busy catching my breathe, all thanks to Ogilvy team too for taking care of me!  You wanna know what happened?

I had a flat tire on my way to the event!  I didn't change tires but I was lucky enough to find a nearby gasoline station and the cool guys helped me there!  So please, if you are a lady driver, let me know what you will do in such situation!

Back to the event, we were asked to go from station to station to know how to create No Makeup Look in an easier manner!