Look: From Tired to Energetic

 YOU and ME!  Should be an expert with our own faces.  I have read comments on: “I can’t put makeup on!”  “I just don’t know how to apply makeup!”

I can’t seem to accept that fact because I started saying those statements as early as highschool and changed my own thinking when I grabbed makeup samples from my Aunts in Canada and started practicing on my own face looking like a bruised student but still washed it off (with NOT makeup remover) but soap!  

You may bash me for saying this but makeup is a skill that can be learnt!  I am NOT good with Art class and always have the lowest scores in all my subjects but I ended up being a makeup artist because I WANTED TO!  

I am still not as good (well no one will ever be) compared to the greatest famous MUAs out there but I strive to learn and improve my craft every chances I get!

So to YOU reading this who thinks makeup is rocket Science….well, you don’t have to start with Smoky Eye Makeup Looks right away or try to perfect a winged liner.  You cn start as easy as blush placement application or applyig lipstick that would make your face appear brighter!

Makeup application is not only a skill you need to learn, you also need to have a skill of being comfortable enough to practice on your own skin and pick the right shades that make you feel GOOD whenever you see your own reflection.  I mean, do not pick colors that look good on Kpop idols are stars but instead, wear colors that make you feel beautiful!

Wow with my speech right?

Well, I have been trying to push some of my readers and followers who were messaging me telling me how clumsy they are when it comes to makeup.  I just can’t seem to accept that fact because I can call that myself.  I can’t even seen to cut a straight cut as of this very moment!

If you felt attacked by my message, feel free to click.X and leave this post because I do not welcome negativity….but if you understand my point of view, feel free to continue reading because I love you guys and wanted to push you guys to strive harder —- not only about Makeup but life in general!

GRWM: Event Makeup Look in 30 Minutes Less

 

Hi everyone! 
Gosh, it is almost a month that I last updated here!  Where did the SUMMER VACATION went?

If you follow me on Instagram #ShamelessPlug , you know that my son had his first Holy Communion (for Roman Catholics) and did you know that kids had to attend 3 days Catechism classes while parents need a 2-3 hours session separately? 

We also had a reconciliation day so that covers the whole week of August!  Aside from that, I managed to grab a couple of PR Consultancy opportunities so that kept me super busy as well.  

Anyway, before I go any further about my personal stories, you are probably here for the Get Ready with Me look in 30 minutes less!  Now that you know my schedule, you know that 30minutes is the only available period of time for full face makeup look.

When in rush, it helps to use a pop of color on lips like RED or Deep Burgundy.  A loud lip statement would make your overall look unique.  It looked like you spent a lot of time doing your makeup but in reality, you just did a bit of lipstick swiping!

Makeup used:

MAC Prep and Prime
@itcosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream (available @sephoraph )
@kikomilanoph Active Foundation Stick
@lauramercier Loose Setting Powder in Banana
@bobbibrownph Perfectly Defined Long Wear Brow Pencil
@hourglasscosmetics Bronzer and Blush
@kaneboglobalph Eyeshadow Palette
@kpalette_ph 24H Real Lasting Eyeliner started using Brown then Black
@makeupforever Aqua Liner Pencil
@prettysecretph Mermaid Mascara (fave!)
@maccosmeticsph Velvet Teddy and Locked Kiss Ink in Vicious
@maccosmeticsph Fix+ Lavender

Sephora 9.9 Recos

 

Don't we all love SALE?
Or ako lang?  

I remembered way back I started Blogging, I would shop at Ebay for international brands that aren't available locally.  Unfortunately --- because Ebay - I can't guarantee if I get a genuine product or not.  I was lucky naman most of the time but I already get priced higher because they aren't official sellers.  

Those were also the years I was salivating over Sephora stores in the US or in countries who has this store.  That's why when I visited the US, I was hoarding like crazy at the store and ended up with a huge Credit Card bill --- I wish I can get hold of Sales but I can't travel all the way to US just for sales!

Thankfully, I discovered SEPHORA PH (NOT a sponsored content by the way!)  Makeup and Skincare heaven-sent for me because I get to shop and add to cart items I like and get to buy them on SALE too!

Sharing the good news that Sephora 9.9 sale is here!  And if like me, you get overwhelmed with the huge array of beauty products available.  You can take a peek at my Haul and maybe copy a few?  I don't mind!  Sharing is caring!

Watch my haul here from IG Reel.

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Also, take note on the following schedules ---

Pre party (Sept 6-8 2022)
15% off selected brands - Briogeo, Tarte, Supergoop, Ole Henriksen, Anastasia Beverly Hills

Main Campaign (Sept 9-11 2022)
15% off sitewide, no minimum spend

Power hour:
Sept 9 8pm-12am (Selfie Ring with 5k min. spend)
Sept 11 8pm-12am (5 Deluxe samples with 4k min. spend)

HAPPY SHOPPING!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

  

Hourglass Ambient Lightning Edit - Universe Palette Review

 

We all love some glow!  It is visible when you look into my skincare products nowadays and my style of base makeup!  I always make sure the finish makes my skin looks healthy, glowing and young-looking!  

Last year, I got the sought after palette from Hourglass called the Ambient Lightning Edit - Universe palette (From Hourglass Holiday 2020!) .  It is a huge palette that contains 5 versatile and multi-tasking shades!

Don't worry, although this palette itself is limited edition, you can find most of the shades in other packaging!

• Ambient Lighting Infinity Powder (left most) – finishing powder

• Vibrant Heat Strobe Blush (center top)
• Luminous Rose Blush (center bottom)
• Glistening Bronze Light Bronzer (right top)
• Supernatural Strobe Light Strobe Powder (right bottom)

You don't have to worry about getting confused with the shade usage or names!  It's all printed clearly at the back!  But for me, this palette is so easy-to-use you don't need to think!  I just find myself swirling from 1 pan to another!