Brew & Beauty with KATE TOKYO: A Day of Coffee, Beauty, and New Makeup Finds

 

There’s something about good coffee and discovering new makeup that makes for a lovely day out! Recently, I joined KATE TOKYO for Brew & Beauty, an intimate gathering with fellow creators filled with beauty conversations, product discoveries, and a little catching up over coffee.

I always enjoy opportunities like this to explore about the new product offerings from the brand I loved for so many years.  I wanted to use these on my next Get Ready With Me moments because as a Beauty Content Creator and Makeup Artist, using new make up releases as I review them wholeheartedly is something that keeps my heart pumping!  

A Pop of Color with KATE Bouncy Cheek & Eyeshadow

One product that caught my attention was the KATE Bouncy Cheek & Eyeshadow, a multi-use color product designed for both the cheeks and eyes.

What I like about the concept is how it encourages you to play with color and create a coordinated makeup look without making things too complicated. Whether you prefer a fresh, rosy finish or something a little more subtle, it’s a fun addition to explore if you enjoy experimenting with makeup.

The collection includes shades such as Pink Mousse, Raspberry Rose Pop, Apricot Pop, Cinnamon Pop, and Mauve Pop, offering options for different moods and makeup styles.

Kate Tokyo Transform Cheeks Review

 I love blushes! 

I love them so much I can actually get away without eye makeup but just a good blush and lipstick!  Ever since reviewing a lot of Blush and seeing my before and after application, I always perk up after every single  blush application!  Thus, I am leaning towards to it every single morning for a quick pick-me-upper!

And just when I thought I've seen it all!  I chanced upon Kate Tokyo's Newest Limited Edition Transform Cheeks Blush that comes in cream format.

Top: EX-1 and Bottom: EX-2

Kate Tokyo says ---

This versatile palette offers stunning shades that blend effortlessly, enhancing your natural beauty for any occasion. Perfect for all skin tones.

Swatches: Top: EX-2  Bottom: EX-1

Based from Cheek Swatches alone, I favors EX-1 the most because it appears purplish on me and I am biased to Purple Cheek Color.  Though on pan it has a swirly green and blue cream color shades, the after effect on my medium, warm tone skin is medium lilac color.  It does have a subtle glowing effect and very natural flush.

EX-2 on the other hand is orange on pan with specks of light brown color.  Once applied on cheeks, it appears yellow and more like a subtle bronzer color minus the shimmers.  It has lesser glowing effect as EX-1 and I call this color to be perfect for the summer season or when I am opting for a healthy summer-glow makeup look.

Kate Tokyo Lip Monster Review (107, 108, 109)

 OH MY GOODNESS!

SOLD OUT not only locally in the Philippines but even in Japan when this was launched!  And after using these for multiple times for the past months, I understand why!

Just by looking at the packaging, you can actually tell the shade of the lip product, whatever the color of the cute Monsters, that is the exact color you’ll get inside the tube!  Very smart and witty!

Shade: 107 

Medium burgundy-red lipcolor.

I used to see my mom wear this lip color and she still does until this very day!  When I was younger, I thought of this shade as an “ahjumma” shade but it changed when you changed the formulatioin.  Making this more “moist”, “tender” and “juicy” this turn into a GEN Z lipstick immediately.

Shade 108

Bright Orange Red shade

I orinally disliked this shade when I swiped it on my lips once.  It looks unnatural, patchy and just weird.  But after applying more of this color, it started to melt right into the lipls blurring out lip lines making my lips appear plumpand juicy!  I was thinking about SUGUS Orange immediately and it actually look cute and youthful on me!  

Shade 109

Medium Brown

My MOST favorite shade out of the 3 they released!  This is the kind of brown that made me look Classy and just made up even with minimal makeup on!  Imagine 90s brown lipstick that turned GLOSSY?  So perfect!  I have been using and abusing this color since I got this!

Though these were limited and released last year, I recently went on to Japan trip and saw some stores still selling these Lip Monsters.  You can also check online as there are a few of them left!  So if you get the chance, grab on to them because these are the limited version we hope will forever be available in the market! 

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

Kate Tokyo 2024 Look

 

I love it sometimes when I use just ONE Brand for my whole face!  When Kate Tokyo releases their Spring 2024 makeup collection, I grabbed a few for the eyes, cheeks and lips and here's what I have created.

Because of this look I created, I have been a fan of Glossy Makeup look and it was because of the Kate Tokyo Lip Monster which is super hydrating lipstick that I used on my cheeks since I didn't get my hands on new blush powder this year's collection.  It was a blessing in disguise as I've found a better way to apply Lip Monster - both cheeks and lips and it looks amazing!

Products Used:

• Designing Eyebrow
• Kate Designing Brown Eyes Palette
• Kate Tokyo Double Line Expert 
• Kate Tokyo Fit Rare Gel Pencil
• Pearl Awaking Mascara 
• Lip Monster

How do you like this look?

Sakura Inspired Makeup look with Kate Tokyo Red Nude Rouge

 

Hi everyone!
I am on fire when it comes to makeup looks!  

I guess it's the pandemic that made me want to keep myself busy, to do the things I love and want to do so I will keep my thoughts away from the stress of the pandemic.  

I know, some may say: "What? Who would wear makeup?"
ME!

I don't go out, I went out totally 2 times ever since March 2020 but hey, I admit, I wear makeup and fix my hair at home!  You can obviously see that on my IG Stories and posts.  It makes me sane...it makes me happy.  I'm not sure if you feel the same.

Sometimes, I get inspired to create a specific look based from a new makeup item.  Kate Tokyo recently launched their newest lipstick line called Red Nude Rouge and I am loving it!  I usually get inspired to wear a specific lip color based from the eye makeup but it seems like I am more inspired to create this eye makeup look after trying out these exciting red lip colors!

How to Draw and Fix Messy Brows

It is easy to do brow makeup tutorial when your brows are already shaped and trimmed.  Whether you have them micro-bladed, threaded, waxed or plucked, there are days that your brows seem to be unruly and messy and here's a quick video on how I would handle such brows!

Products mentioned/used:

• IT Cosmetics Universal Brow Pencil
• Benefit Brow Contour Pro
• Full Brow Brow Brush
• Nippon Esthetic Spoolie
• Benefit Precisely My Brow (Shade 3)
• SilkyGirl 3D Brow and Nose Shader Powder
• Kate Tokyo Brow Gel
• Benefit 3D Brow Tones Shade 2

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

#AMWIGtv Christmas-Ready Glowing Makeup Look

THANK YOU for always saying I look fresh!

Truth be told, I have a couple of secrets to share why I look fresh and "glowing".  Aside from skincare, I have some secrets up in my sleeves to create that glowing skin look!

Are you ready?

I don't usually wear this much makeup, but for Christmas-Party Ready look, I created this one especially for you!  You don't need to use the exact products I used, feel free to explore and try out other brands within your reach!  But I am quite happy with this outcome thus sharing this tutorial to you...in VIDEO form!  Very amateur-ish, but you that's the best I can do to convey my tricks and tips to you!

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Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Kate The Base Zero Powdery Skin Maker Foundation Review

When Kate Tokyo launched their The Base Zero line, I tested the first product I wanted to try first and it got thumbs up from me --- Kate Tokyo The Base Zero Secret Skin  Maker Zero Powder Foundation and the next product I wanted to test is their Liquid Foundation and I'm so happy I was able to get my hands on this!

KATE's newly developed foundation, THE BASE ZERO covers all problematic areas in one coat.It blends right into skin and all heaviness  disappears.
The secret is... a high coverage & smooth formulation.Ingredients that offer high coverage, while easily sliding onto skin, minimize the coverage layer as much as possible.  The results is a finish with no heaviness.

Easy Shadow Look Inspired by Kate Tokyo!

Do you currently own an eyeshadow palette you can't seem to use up?

I know I've thrown a couple of palettes away with shades I didn't even touch!  So sad right?

That said, I am keeping more of those palettes that are small, straightforward and most importantly...I can use them on a daily basis!  

One brand that I have been using a daily basis is Kate Tokyo and out of all the palettes they came up with, this new one called Smoky Round Eyes (php720.00) really struck me the most because I literally use all the shades in this palette whenever I use it!

GN-1

This is a great and unique alternative to those into nudes and browns.  To those who don't know, moss green is actually a great shade or alternative to browns for most Filipinas especially with brown eyes.  It makes your eye color pop more and it looks great on warm undertone.

How I would wear this naturally....

Kate 3D Eyebrow Color Review

I used to hoard brow mascaras abroad as I can NEVER find natural-looking ones locally!  But thankfully, when #KilayIsLife hashtag was invented, more and more brow products are made available in the local scene and I'm glad because I don't need to have my brother purchase them for me in Hong Kong.

Now, one of the brand that is known to give the most natural-looking makeup looks, Kate Tokyo came up with their own brow mascara called Kate 3D Eyebrow Color, I knew I had to get one!

Housed in a typical brow mascara packaging, I actually like how simple the Kate 3D Eyebrow Color packaging is.  You see the brow mascara shade at the center of the tube.  A peek-a-boo tube will always be welcomed!



Kate 3D Eyebrow Color Says ---

Styling & coloring your eyebrow with 3D look. Long-lasting eyebrow mascara.

Kate Tokyo Counter Takeover by Yours Truly

Dear AMW Friends and Japanese makeup Kate Tokyo lovers out there ---

I will be taking over Kate Tokyo Counter this coming Saturday February 10, 2018 at Landmark Trinoma from 2:00pm to 5:00pm! 

Don't miss this chance as I will be giving makeovers and beauty tips (ONE ON ONE TO!)

On top of that, if you plan to purchase Kate Products, they are all 20% off just for the event!

See you there!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Kate Tokyo Super Sharp Liner EX Review

How does eyeliner change the way your eyes look?

SO MUCH!

Aside from fixing my brows, I make it to a point to use eyeliner whether liquid pencil or gel on a daily basis!  Well, when we're talking about "on a daily basis" meaning: "RUSH" I always opt for Liquid Eyeliner because I can easily apply them in seconds (per eye) and rush out and look like I've done huge effort in making myself look presentable.

One of the few brands I depend on when it comes to liquid liners are: K-Palette and Lifeford.  And I think after trying this particular Super Sharp Liner from the Japenese Brand Kate Tokyo, I knew this has got to be part of my top 3!

Kate Tokyo Super Sharp Liner

Php660.00

Kate Tokyo has the "normal sized" liquid liner pen called Super Sharp Liner (minus the EX) and I have tried it in the past and it works really well!

But today, I am reviewing an EX version which means, more precise, sharper and just easier for me to draw a very thin and natural line and I also use this to create "fake lashes" to make my lashes both upper and lower part appear thicker.

Kate Tokyo The Base Zero Secret Skin Maker Zero Powder Foundation Review

It has always been Asian-made base makeup that I find works for my skin to achieve that smooth, flawless and inner-glow!  When my favorite base makeup brand Paul & Joe left the country *sniff* I knew I had to look for alternatives and surprisingly, I found it in Kate Tokyo.  

Giving you a bit of my secret, I use Kate Mineral Powder Foundation as my final step when I do Bridal makeup.  It gives the instant glow without the "cement look".  

When Kate Tokyo recently launched their The Base Zero line, I immediately tested their Secret Skin Maker Zero Powder Foundation even if it is meant for Oil Control (not for my dry skin)  

New The Base Zero From Kate

I have always loved Japanese base makeup.  I remembered investing highly on Paul & Joe makeup (which is a Japanese brand) way before I entered makeup school and has been using "Japanese branded base makeup" for Bridal clients because they give the most natural-looking, delicate coverage.

Since Paul & Joe is far gone locally, I have always been on a lookout for a good "base" and Kate Tokyo actually got into the list of my "to-go-to" base makeup choices when it comes to client #TrueStory  That's why when I got an invite to learn about their newest The Flawless Skin, Zero line --- a line that gives finish with no hint of heaviness.  I knew I had to be there even if I just got back from sickness.

"The Flawless Skin, Zero, was based on an original Kate idea of aiming for sufficient coverage without a cakey feeling rather than delicate coverage."

Kate Tokyo Black Feather Lash Review

Gosh, I haven't reviewed a single mascara this year!  I knew I had to, I've been using them but I get really "lukewarm" with all the mascaras I've reviewed not because they don't work, it's just because I am not blessed with "lushes" (aka lashes)

Castor Oil...do you work?

(Any feedback would be highly appreciated)

So I used the Kate Black Leather Lash until it dried out!  Yup, I used it so consistently I am sure I can give an in-depth review!  Though photos do not show how much my lashes appreciate the mascara, I actually do!  Please scroll further down to read more.

Kate Tokyo Black Feather Lash comes in 1 shade only BK-1 or Mysterious Black.

It is housed in a simple black packaging and the mascara wand comes with 2 sides!  

Kate Tokyo Black Feather Lash Says ---

The unique two-sided wand brush transforms your eyelashes into jet black with alluring luster. 
Experience the black bird feather-like, soft and gorgeous lashes.

Kate Tokyo Sharp Lock Gel Pencil is Perfect For...

Tightlining and for lower lashline application.

Yup!  I said it, so please don't leave this page and read further below, because I took the liberty to take photos and explain why this product is perfect for the said functions!

According to Kate Tokyo Sharp Lock ---

• Super fine gel pencil. 
• Shape up your lash lines and wing it your way.
• Fine line ot the outer corner and fade-resistant
• A rich gel liner with a super fine 1.5mm tip.
• Available in shades BR-1 and BK-1

Kate Lasting Eyebrow W in BR-3 Review

Hi AMW Friends!  Wow, companies are coming up with BETTER brow products and I can't seem to keep up!  One of my favorite Japanese Brand Kate Tokyo came up with their newest products last August 2016 --- Kate Sharp Lock Gel Pencil and Kate Lasting Eyebrow W!  And I got both!  Today, I will be reviewing the Lasting Eyebrow W because I used it immediately after receiving this! 

Kate Lasting Eyebrow W in BR-3 Says ---

• Lightly applying liquid and smudgeable powder.  
• Easy to draw beautiful lines to the outer corner.  
• Fade-resistant. 
• Double-sided eyebrow.
• Fragrance-free
• Repels sweat, water and sebum

Shades: BR-1 Light Brown, BR-3 Natural Brown

Kate Tokyo Makeup Lock Primer by Cover Review

I remembered several years ago when I started blogging.  Makeup primers are a hit on my favorite International Bloggers' sites.  In the Philippines, it was literally a huge "What's That?" makeup!  I remembered going through makeup counters asking SAs for "primers", and I always get that blank look!  Either that, or they give me a sunblock!  *hahaha*  Those were the good old times!  

Fast forward to today, just how many primers are available in the market?  TOO MANY TO MENTION!  Even I get confused at times!  But what's not confusing for me is the fact that I finally found an oil-control primer that isn't too drying even for users with normal, combination or dry skin!  Housed in a simple black tube, it is called Kate Tokyo Long-Lasting Primer.

Kate Tokyo Makeup Lock Primer by Cover Says ---

A no-shine, no-fading makeup base.

It minimizes pore visibility and keeps makeup in place for a long time as if putting a lock on it.

• Fragrance-free
• Contains long-lasting coating formation ingredients 
• Contains oil-absorbing powder 

Kate Powdery Mousse BB Review

Last May, I was invited to an intimate gathering to know what Kate Tokyo has to offer.  One of the most requested product for an in-depth review is their newest face base makeup called Powder Mousse BB.

The Kate Powder Mousse BB is known for its light mousse texture that turns into powder.  BB mousse is actually highly recommended for users who wants to hide their pores and other skin problems.

It is housed in a glass packaging with 2 shades to offer as of date.

Shade on review: 02 Natural Color

Kate Powdery Mousse BB Says ---
The light mousse turns into powder and firmly adheres to skin.
The mousse BB that covers visible pores and avoid shine and stickiness.
SPF30 PA+++

Shades: 01 Bright Color and 02 Natural Color

Kate Tokyo Launches New Products!

I was invited to an intimate launch for Kate Tokyo because of an Asia exclusive base makeup item developed especially for Asian women.  Can you guess what it is?

The event was held at Cafe 1771 hosted by Kate Tokyo's Robby Da Silva.

He shared the 3 products everyone need to watch out for!