Simple Makeup Look for Mask Wearers

Hi AMW Friends!
I have done an FB Live for Make Up For Ever to do a makeup for mask wearers.  I used all Make Up For Ever products back then and this was actually done using random products I own at home.  

Meaning, you can do this makeup look using your existing makeups!  You don't need to use the same makeup products I used but please watch the video and follow my simple steps!

As much as eye makeup is the vital part of this type of makeup, I've decided to make it subtle still as a lot of you do not find applying makeup as a priority in these days and times.  As for me, I felt more confident covering my undereye circles and felt even more confident if I have a wash of color on my lids!  I picked a brighter eyeshadow makeup for this particular look because....everything has been gloomy since COVID-19 started.

Please watch my video and don't forget to subscribe my channel.  The video is simple and edited on the phone by yours truly but I hope my message will be heard and tips will serve a good purpose.

YADAH Oh My Sunscreen Review

Sitting here in front of my work table, I am thinking really hard on what to write (beauty related) as my first entry for year 2020.  Yesterday's post was personal and today is me back with a product review - the thing I love to do most!  

As I wrote on my new 2020 organizer reshuffling my thoughts on my future plans, I realized, a soon to be 41 year old self has nothing more to ask for but to be healthy - and that includes having healthy skin!  

I know you've read it in so many blogs, heard it a lot on radio and TV commercials, I'm sure you'll give me a huge sigh right now when I tell you I'm writing about Sunscreen - again!

So this 40 year old woman is telling you right now to stop rolling your eyes and at least give this tita a chance to tell you why wearing sunscreen is super important --- Just Joking - I won't!  You know why is it important but what I'm telling you right now is to give this brand a try!

YADAH Oh My Sunscreen

Size 50ml

Php895.00

Available at: Glamourbox

Product description taken from this site:

Get your hands on Yadah's Oh My Sunscreen, a Kbeauty favorite sun block!This UVA/UVB sun protector has a creamy texture and is lightweight on the skin--perfect for daily use. The Oh My Sunscreen contains Prickly Pear Extract, which soothes and moisturizes the skin, made suitable for normal to dry skin types.

YADAH Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm Review

I lived and breathe Cleansing Oils ever since I learned about Shu Uemura!  Thank goodness for more alternative (and inexpensive brands) out there because I use them up so fast!

For a Beauty and Skincare enthusiast like myself who hoards skincare and makeup products I like, I actually ended up one fateful night without a cleansing oil!  I was in shocked because I usually have stocks!  I obviously didn't and I rummaged through items I got for review and found Yadah Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm which I used immediately without much expectation.

Now, I'm writing a full blog post about it, you kind a know what's next!

I FREAKIN' LOVE IT!

Okay, I was too excited but seriously, why haven't I heard about YOU earlier?  YADAH, for a brand with cute doll-like logo --- you are professional as hell!

Now let me TRY to be professional for this particular post! 

YADAH Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm Make-Up Remover 

Php1,190.00

Available at: https://glamourbox.ph/

Yadah's Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm is the perfect gentle balm-type cleanser as the first step to your double cleansing routine. Enriched with green tea powder and olive oil to effectively remove makeup and impurities.It changes from a solid balm to oil upon contact on the skin and leaves the skin feeling clean, hyrdated, and smooth! Can also be used on its own without a second cleanser.Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.Free from harmful chemicals such as Parabens, Fragrance, Ethanol, and Artificial Coloring.

YADAH Auto Lip Crayons Review

I've tested the YADAH Auto Lip Crayons 4 years ago in this article - AMW Reviews: YADAH Auto Lip Crayons.

For the look, it looks like the usual "crayon-type" lip products that is more on a balm-y texture.  Thankfully, looks can really be deceiving and this is the deception I highly welcome!  This is really pigmented and applies beautifully on lips!

After testing out Plum Burgundy and Rose Beige, I am happy to try out Rose Coral and Dazzling Red.  These 2 shades are more up on my alley!

YADAH Auto Lip Crayons

Php450.00

Available online at Glamourbox website.

The Auto Lip Crayon is a long-wearing and lightweight lippie that has a soft matte finish. It is infused with macademia seed oil that moisturizes and soothes the lips. Choose from the 7 vibrant shades to match each day of the week! Swipe it onto the lips or use it as a pigmented eyeshadow.

OFRA's Nude Collection

December 2018, I reviewed OFRA's Long Lasting Lipstics in Sanibel and Brickell  so you may feel free to head on there for my in-depth review.

Stated in my IG Stories, I prefer these newer packaging and newer formulation more than the OLD OFRA Long Lasting Lipsticks which I featured year 2017.

So I got these 3 bestselling nude lipcolor shades and I roadtested them right away because these 3 shades are the type of shades I would pick on a daily basis! 

AMW Wears 

OFRA Long Lasting Lipsticks in Charmed, Mocha and Pasadena

Have you already spotted a favorite?

OFRA Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick

Php850.00

Available at Glamourbox

This matte liquid lipstick is long-lasting color that perfectly outlines and fill sin lips, turning your pout into kissable velvet. Stunning pigments stay put all day with minimal transfer while maintaining a comfortable wear.  Infused with Vitamin A and antioxidants, lips look and feel healthy all day.

Swatch

#AskAMW : "What's A Nice Skincare line for Oily skin?"

I know I have always been "bragging" (not!) about my combination (normal/dry) skin.  You all know the products I use mostly are hydrating and moisturizing.  To my oily skinned readers out there.  This post is finally made for YOU!

Though I don't use skincare products for oily skin (obviously), I always keep my eyes open for you gals and I have Mr. AMW to help me out testing the other side of the skincare world products!  

The brand needs no major introduction as I've talked about this brand a couple of times whenever I attend Beauty Bar launches.  But just in case you are new and wants a bit of history about this brand - let me indulge you!

Owner and CEO Anna Kang started the brand when her child hit puberty and began to experience breakouts.  She looked for mild and low-irritant skincare products but she wasn't satisfied with what she found in the market thus, the birth of YADAH.

That said, the brand uses ingredients that are mild and safe to avoid skin irritation, suitable even for the most sensitive skin.  The key botanical she discovered and is unique is most YADAH skincare products is the native Prickly Pear (Opuntia Ficus) extract, a cactus species organically grown and cultivated in Korea.  The prickly pear has anti-inflammatory and potent with high antioxidant properties which help neutralize free radicals harmful to the skin!

True enough, I actually uses some of these products myself as I find my "t-zone" to be oilier by the summer!  Whenever I use products meant for oily skin, I will itch and have allergic reactions and NONE from YADAH #truestory

So yes, if you have oily skin and you also have sensitive skin, you may want to look into these! 

Anti-Trouble Bubble Cleanser

Php790.00 

Size: 150ml

This is a foaming bubble cleanser making it easier to remove oil, dirty and grease without stripping off skin's natural moisture.  I have used this once or twice a week since I received this but Mr. AMW used this daily and liked it a lot! 

He loved the feeling of using a "foam type" cleanser as he felt his skin is cleaner.   

Anti- Trouble Toner

Php1,090.00

Size: 100ml

I don't use this but Mr. AMW does.  He said this finishes off really nice on skin, non-greasy and his skin appears more matte.  He likes to use this after cleansing with Anti-Trouble Bubble Cleanser.

I like it that this soothe redness and clear up skin or Mr. AMW noticed when a pimple is just starting to pop out, he would apply this and it would disappear quicker.

Anti-Trouble Mist

Php550.00

Size: 95ml

I am using this once in a while and I love how this is housed in a spritz bottle.  This mist can work for ANY skin type because its' main function is to hydrate and soothe troubled skin with its gentle and non-greasy formula.  It is said to help control excess oil but I find it works even for my skin type!

In the YADAH Anti-Trouble line, there are a wide range of products from Emulsion to Spot Cream to Mask pack even Concealer!  

YADAH is currently available online at Glamourbox (where I got it from), BeautyMNL, Lazada, Zalora, Shopee and coming soon to SM Beauty and Watsons Satores and Landmark Department stores.

To know more information visit www.glamourbox.ph/collections/yadah-philippines and follow YadahPH on Instagram and @GlamourboxPH to get the latest deets on Yadah.

Have you seen or tried any of the YADAH products locally?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

Bye OFRA!?!

Did you know that OFRA is saying GOODBYE?

Well, hold your horses!  Not saying goodbye in general but they are saying goodbye to their old look and they are treating US OFRA fans with a special set of bestselling Long Lasting Liquid Lipsticks.  With the same unique formula, we can avail of the limited edition Ofra Liquid Lipstick Duo for only Php850.00 --- that's Buy 1 Take 1!



This limied offer will be available at Ofra counters in premiere SM department Stores, Watsons and Landmark Department Stores as well as www.glamourbox.ph from March 1, 2019 until supplies last.

Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipsticks in Sanibel and Brickell Review

Monday lipstick is here once again!  

I find myself enjoying the Monday lip product posts because I get excited to test lip products after lip products finding the good ones to showcase at the start of the week.  I know, it's been out there --- Women wear makeup not for men but for themselves!  And just take a look how a simple change of lip color can change the way I look!

Are you team Left or Right?

Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick
Php595.00 (originally Php850.00)
Available at Glamourbox

Shades to test: Sanibel and Brickell

A makeup maven favorite, this creamy matte liquid lipstick is long-lasting in color and ultra comfortable in wear. Created using Ofra's unique formula, its soft mousse-like texture, infused with antioxidants and Vitamin A, keeps your lips moisturized without feathering. Stunning pigments stay put all day with minimal transfer.

Ofra All Glowed Up Review

How much of a glow do you like to glow?
Well, if you're ALL OUT when it comes to "Glowing" give OFRA All Glowed Up palette a try!

OFRA Glow Up Highlighter Palette

Php1,659.00 (Original Price Php2,370.00)

Available HERE

Get everyone #shooked with OFRA's Glow Up Highlighter Palette! Glaze those cheeks with these show-stopping beaming highlighters that smoothly blends onto the skin.

The palette is magnetic so feel free to refill and remix the shades!  Aside from that you get a huge mirror (which I love) and 4 different shades of highlighting powder that glows like liquid gold/pearl.

What's included are: Full-size Beverly Hills, Minis of Rodeo Drive, Blissful and Star Island. 

Pixi GelTint & SilkGloss Review

Ohhh so I skipped a Monday Lip post so I'm going for "Better late than never!" 

Happy Tuesday and here's my favorite lip duo especially during our Staycation!  A perfect travel lip product that is versatile and can work on any clothing, best of all, it works for all skin tones!

Here's the Pixi GelTint & SilkGloss and I got the shade BerryTint & SweetGloss (Php690.00). 

The BerryTint is meant to be applied underneath and the SweetGloss on top, but, you can also wear them on its' own and it works better for me nevertheless.  I like to use BerryTint underneath and SilkGloss for constant reapplication just because it is more hydrating for my dry lips.

Look fresh and fab everyday! Nothing beats simple stained lips with lip gloss on top!

This long-lasting lip tint stays put and doesn't dry out the lips. Can be used separately or layered.  Paraben free, Cruelty-free, Volume 0.11 oz

Want Natural-Looking Brows?

Take a look at my half-face shot!

That is how natural my brows look and it is possible with Pixi Natural Brow Duo in Natural Brown!

The search for #KilayIsLife products continuous, I get nonstop queries about the best Eyebrow Products and I always say: "There's no such thing as BEST eyebrow product but there's always ONE that matches our lifestyle, our face and our requirements!"

If you are the type who dislikes the "drawn brows" look.  This is the product you may want to look into!

 Pixi Natural Brow Duo in Natural Brown

Php890.00

Available HERE

This duo helps to provide polished brows, essential to framing the face and completing a beautiful, head-turning look. One end houses a waterproof brow pencil with an angled tip for precise application. The other end contains a tinted soft-hold gel for keeping unruly brows fixed.

Peel and Polish by Petra Skintreats Review

Peeling?

Exfoliating?

*runs on the other side and hides*

I am always scared of skincare that seems to treat my skin harshly, because, is there peeling that is safe?

Thankfully, there are!  Brands nowadays are coming up with products that are safe even for sensitive skin users like me!

I started using Peel & Polish after trying out other Pixi Skintreats products and found no negative reactions to it.  So can I just say, this was the last product I took the courage to try!  

"This radiance revealing enzyme peel resurfaces for smoother, softer skin, and a healthy looking glow.  Natural fruit enzymes loosen dead skins cells, lactic acid gently exfoliates, cellulose peels & sugar extracts polishes, lifting away dullness revealing brighter skin.  Professional salon peel treatment without leaving home suited on all skin types and is not tested on animals, Paraben-Free."

Achieve Glowing Skin with Pixi

So I have been a fan of Glowing Skin since the start of 2018!  I don't even mind putting facial oils in my foundation to achieve that glowing skin look! 

Why?  Because glowing skin makes anyone look younger, makes your skin looks healthier and best of all?  You look like you had weekly facial visits!

Agree?

The downside about putting facial oils in your makeup routine is how your skin will look greasy, oily and dirty at the end of the day considering our almost 40 degrees weather in the Philippines.  So because I know most readers have normal/combination and oily skin, I've thought of doing a Glowing Skin look using products that won't add up to the natural oil of your skin, instead, it lessens oil but gives additional glow! 

A good deal right?

I got that glow on my first photo using Pixi By Petra Glow-y Gossamer Duo 

in shade Delicate Dew.

Php1,050.00 Available at Glamourbox

Super silky gossamer-soft powder to create a lit-from-within luminosity. Perfectly pigmented with a creamy skin-like texture, it looks natural in any light. Use on cheek & brow bones and anywhere you want to add a touch of glow.

Pixi Skintreats ROSE For the Glow!

You know how girls LOVE to receive rose or bunch of roses and take a good sniff and smile?

Imagine you get to sniff that every single day?  It's possible!

The Pixi Skintreats Rose Cream Caviar and Rose Tonic is the newest addition to the Skintreats family available locally through Glamourbox.  And just so you know while typing this post, they are on SALE online so if you plan to try or purchase any of these 2 products, head on to their site now and order!  

Pixi Rose Cream Cleanser

Php1,090.00 (Sale price Php763.00)

Gently cleanse and nourish the skin with Pixi's Rose Cream Cleanser!  Great for all skin types (especially sensitive skin!). Helps soothes and strengthens the skin while keeping it soft and smooth.  Key ingredients include: Rose & avocado to condition the skin and soothing aloe vera and chamomile

Eye Of Horus Rubian Brown Goddess Pencil Review

I have always been a liquid liner + pencil liner combo user!  I use Liquid Liner for upper lashline and pencil liner for the waterline! That has been the best way for me to brighten up my eye.

I have my own favorites yet I always strive to look for the best in the market.  One brand that caught my attention is the Eye Of Horus and they created Goddess Pencil inspired by Egyptian Goddess, I mean, who has better-looking liner than Egyptian right?  

Eye Of Horus is a brand that uses ingredients used during the ancient times --- Ancient Moringa Oil, Ancient Malachite and a whole lot more.  I may not be knowledgeable with all the ingredients but all I know (and is thankful for) are the products are all cruelty-free!

Eye of Horus Dual Brow Perfect Says ---

Eye of Horus Goddess Pencils is a pencil eyeliner with a waterproof, longwearing and creamy formula. It is formulated with beeswax, organic moringa oil and carnauba and candelilla waxes. It features a smudge tip for blending colour. The eyeliner is paraben-free, non-irritating and suitable for sensitive eye areas. Available in: Smokey Black, Teal Malachite, Bronze Amulet, Scarab Sapphire, Emerald Tabula, Charcoal Obsidian, Nubian Brown, Sultry Serpentine, Lazuli Blue, Jewel Amethyst and new shades, Selenite White and Sahara Nude.

Pixi Skintreats Rose Caviar Essence Review

Surprise surprise!  As you probably expected to have a lip product reviewed on a Monday, I'm moving it a bit on latter part of the week because I have been so busy last week testing out new products at the same time attending meetings, events and parties here and there I wasn't able to take photos for you!  

So today, on a Monday, I am still sharing a pick-me-upper I get to try in the name of PIXI!

Pixi may be known for their makeup line but they do have a couple of bestselling skincare products --- ONE BIG EXAMPLE is the success of the Pixi Glow Tonic!

Under the Pixi Skin Treats Skincare Collection, I got my hands (literally) on the Rose Caviar Essence.

Pixi Skintreats Rose Caviar Essence Says ---

• Encapsulated flower oils suspended in this weightless serum-essence melt onto the skin delivering fresh botanicals to hydrate and restore skin’s brightness for optimum radiance• Formulated with antioxidant rich natural oils, this formula will soften, refine and tone• For all skin types• Not tested on animals• Paraben free

Pixi By Petra MatteLast Liquid Lip Review

Dear AMW friends, today, I am heading back to Manila from my Seoul trip!  I am so excited to share to you what transpired during the trip with the rest of the Media Family!  It's called Media Familiarization trip with Cebu Pacific, Korea Tourism Organization and JG Summit Holdings, Inc. but I called it a Media FAMILY trip with the Seoul Sisters!

I hope you were able to follow me on Instagram and Facebook and follow my whereabouts!  If not, don't worry, I will definitely share my experiences in a blog post soon!  When I take a breather.

As for today, it's a Monday so I definitely will give you another lipstick discovery, this time from the brand Pixi by Petra called MatteLast Liquid Lip.

There are a total of 5 shades released and I got my hands on these 2 ---

Pixi By Petra 

MatteLast Liquid Lip 

Php750.00

Extremely longwearing & comfortable, infused with rosehip oil• Quickly sets to a matte veil while leaving lips hydrated• Colours are universally flattering and wearable• Colour applies smoothly and uniformly in a single stroke• Unique PixiPetal applicator provides even and precise application• Not tested on animals• Paraben free

Pixi By Petra Cat Eye Ink Review

I use liners as often as I use Brow products which means - Every time I leave home!

I have tried so many liners (well I tried so many beauty products) for the past decade and I can't help but get amazed on how there's always something NEW to offer from various brands!

A must mention is from Pixi by Petra called Cat Eye Ink Liquid Eye Liner.  I assume, this is specifically made for cat-eye look lovers out there?

Pixi By Petra says ---

"This highly pigmented, waterproof liquid liner features a slanted tip, making it easy to create the perfect cat eye flick on any eye shape! The long lasting and fade-resistant formula has a non-feathering finish. 12 hours of intense colour wear."

How I made my Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Manila Work!

Some of you probably followed me on #AMWIGStories and saw me "unboxed" OFRA Cosmetics' newest shade of their famous Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick range called "MANILA".  

I love that our Capital is finally considered a shade name for a famous cosmetics brand!  And this shade is said to be apt for most Filipina skintones.

AMW wore Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick in MANILA

Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick Manila

Php850.00

Available at: http://glamourbox.ph/

OFRA says ---

"Ofra’s 3-in-1 liquid lipstick with a matte finish.   Delivers vibrant color like a lipstick; moisturizes lips like a balm with antioxidants and vitamin E; stains lips with a soft, shine-free finish that won’t feather; delivers five hours of perfect color without eating or drinking; lightweight, creamy formulation."

Eye of Horus Dynasty Brow Define Review

I have the Eye Of Horus Brow Define eyebrow pencil for quite a while now, I have been testing and using so many types of brow products I can't believe I didn't write about this yet.  Well, today is the day I'm sharing how this is actually a nice brow pencil choice when you're in a hurry!

Eye of Horus Brow Define

Shade: Dynasty

Php950.00 (approx $22.00)

Aside from Dynasty (medium brown), which is the medium shade, it also comes in Husk (Ash Blonde) and Nile (Dark Brown).  All in a shade of natural-looking brown minus the red tint!  So I call this a perfect brow color.

Eye of Horus Dynasty Brow Define Says ---

Brow Define in Medium Brown Dynasty is your Ultimate Brow Tool. Ultimate Brow define liners are formulated using Coconut and Candelilla wax as a foundation. The Brow define contains caster oil for strengthening and growth and like all Eye of Horus products its paraben free With a Slimline pointed tip it contours and fills in colour with controlled artistry for perfect arches. Add shape, colour and definition in one streamlined tool. It offers a twist up applicator, which assists with product control, a spoolie brush- to comb through colour and smudge strokes. Once applied it will not smudge and is waterproof