Showing posts with label Q&A. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Q&A. Show all posts

Friday, June 28, 2024

AMW Answers: "How to Skincare When I Don't Have Time in the Morning?"

 

Has it been summer all year round in the Philippines?
I felt like it has been randomly raining in June but it still felt hot like Summer of March and April!  

So I totally understand this question sent to me via DM over my Instagram account.  


I got the answer as I am lazy AF on most days especially for a busy working mom who needs more sleep than the rest of the population :)  

ANSWER: "Use Hydrating LOTION."


One of the brand I have tried and liked that would help you achieve "MOCHI" skin.  There are a whole lot of brands out there and one that I've tried is a Japanese brand - HADA LABO.

This is the Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion (Php734.00)
This is formulated with High Performance Penetrating and deep moisturizing techonology infuses 4 types of Hyaluronic Acid.  Hyaluronic acid is the best ingredient to trap moisture on skin leaving skin soft, smooth and super supple.

Thankfully the texture is milky yet non-sticky.  It gets absorbed into the skin easily so I can easily go along my day without the tacky feel from usual skincare products.  I mean do not exchange this to your WHOLE regimen but I use this to instantly boost my skin's moisture especially before putting on makeup.

This is my favorite way to apply my Hada Labo Hydrating lotion with a big cotton pad leaving it like a face sheet mask as I do my hair prepping my skin for foundation.


While at it, I like to put on my favorite undereye patch from Pixi Beauty.  


Well soaked, hydrated skin perfect to face the day.  And best of all?  I like to use this technique midday if my base makeup looks dry and patchy, I would do this technique and pat more of the product on dry areas and that would give me that Mochi-like healthy skin.


What other makeup/skincare hacks would you like to know?  Feel free to message me and comment any of my posts and I'll try to answer as quick as I can!


Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

Thursday, January 8, 2015

Readers' Corner: Q&A Portion to Jumpstart 2015

Hi AMW friends!
Today, I will be answering some queries I get from my email!  I think I have to do this or else, I will be loaded forever!  :P  Don't get me wrong, I am very happy with all your emails because that keeps me going!  If you wonder how I get the time to blog?  That's for you to find out *winks*  Just joking, I do so in between breaks!  When I have coffee break or right now, a Calamansi juice break! 

Reader Question #1
"What should I invest on aside from makeup kit and brushes if I plan to pursue a career in makeup artistry?"

AMW Answers:
Okay, my answer may probably surprise you but I can actually  put this in an "Unsung Hero" post.  After years of doing makeup, I realized how important Z-Palette is (or any customizable palettes available in the market) for a PRO MUA like me!  Especially when I started to go on gigs on my own, lugging a huge Zuca bag, it is very difficult to transfer from one place to another (ALONE) with a luggage full of makeup, a huge mirror and a bag!  

I first "depotted" all my face powders and transferred it to my first Pink Z-Palette and I realized not only does it help lessen the load of my kit, it is very easy for me to do retouch as I only need to carry 1 palette instead of 6 compacts!  

I got more Z-palettes and I plan to depot some of my blushes and contour/highlight powders!  

I got my 2nd Z-palette online via Shopping District


Reader Question #2
"Nikki, can you recommend a lipgloss brand that has wide range of colors just like MAC but lesser the price tag?"