A Reddish Orange Lipstick That I Can Actually Wear + Important Tip!

If you are a fan of lipsticks, you probably knew some key rules by now especially on how to make your teeth appear whiter!

Sometimes, you don't have to be a Professional Make Up Artist to know the tricks.  You know it by heart if a particular lip color works for you or not.  As for me, I knew from the very start that orange-y lip colors really aren't my best friend.  They do not just make my teeth yellower than usual, it makes my overall look dark and I appear to have acidic skin (even if I don't!)

Now, keep in mind that yellow and orange base lip colors tend to bring out the same hues on your teeth but again, there will be some exceptions to the rule!  I actually found a reddish orange lip color that I can actually wear!  It's not my favorite lipstick out of the bunch but I am happy to announce, I can wear it and not look like I'm toasted under the sun!

Can you guess the brand?

No?  Click to read more because you will be very surprised!

Highlight, Warm-up and Color My Cheeks in a Single Swipe

You probably know by now how important it is to warm-up your face, highlight and color your face.  With that, I bet you are picking up at least 3 products on a daily basis just to apply on ONE area --- the Cheeks!  

I recently discovered a drugstore brand that can do all 3 in a second!  Shawill Make-up!  

I have discovered Shawill years ago when I was just starting up on blogging, the brand is still here for almost a decade, that said, I'm sure they have a loyal following and I'm glad to be able to try their products again!  

Shawill Terra Cotta Blusher in Shade No. 4

What I Found at #SMWorldOfBeauty

I remembered preparing for my Engagement Day (which is almost like preparing for a Wedding day).  I've decided to cut down cost by doing my own makeup and with that in mind, I've decided to go to a Beauty Store to purchase my own set of makeup.  That was year 2007 (same year I started my Blog).  

There wasn't much brand choices back then.

Fast forward to a decade, I am so happy how SM Beauty changed the way we beauty enthusiasts shop!  I can finally say, I have STOPPED online shopping for more than a year now because there are so many holy grail products I can literally see, touch and try at SM Beauty!

Do you like Asian makeup?
Brands like K-Palette, 4U2, Shiseido, Tony Moly, Etude House, Kate Tokyo, Holika Holika, Canmake Tokyo made its' way to our shores!  Here are just some of my picks.

Askmewhats Version: "Jessie Glova" look

Happy Tuesday people! :) I will take a rest from Work look but this is still a workable work look for everyone! I have tried the Jessie Glova 28pcs Neutral palette which is like the Coastal Scents 28pcs palette (thanks to Kim for the wonderful and quick shipping). I remembered one of my dear reader wanted me to do a neutral look that's focused more on mattes! This is the best palette to do a matte look and any other looks!

AMW Diagram

Step 1:

Prior to e/s application, I prime the eye with Fashion 21 Stick Eyeshadow Liner in Pearl. Blend using my fingers.

Using a flat shader brush, apply a matte cream e/s on the brow bone area going to the inner corner of the eye.

Step 2:

Using a crease brush (MAC's 226), apply a shimmery maroon e/s all over the outer corner of the eye. Blending it inwards.

Step 3:

Using the same brush, patte on matte black e/s on the outer v to deepen the look of the crease area.

Step 4:

Using my MAC's 217 brush or any blending brush, pat on shimmery brownish gold e/s on the center of the eye lid creating an illusion of a "bright eyed" look.

Step 5:

Line your upper lashline and lower lash line with Maybelline Eyestudio Vivid & Smooth Liner in Dark Purple blending it with my Smashbox's Pencil brush.

Do not forget to curl your lashes and apply 2 coats of mascara
using Maybelline's Volum' Express Cat Eyes in Feline Black



Final look :)

For the face:

Joppa Full Coverage Foundation
in Medium Light #2
buffed with Ecotools Kabuki Brush



For the cheeks:

Arezia Pinkish Blush
using Thevi Dome Blush 15



For the Lips:

NYX Round Lipstick in Jupiter
Shawill Gloss



Semi braid your hair, like a crown
and smile away!

I know I've been doing a lot of light and fresh looking makeup for the past few weeks! I'll be doing some request from readers for dark looks! Keep reading and I'll slowly do "most" of your requests! Thanks for being patient!

If you wonder how the Jessie Glova palette works, do watch out for my review on that palette as I'm still working my way creating different looks before I can do a final review! Again, thanks for being patient...I know..repetition....sign of old age! LOL

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Askmewhats Version: "Shiny, Shimmery, Splendid" Look

I have done many FOTD's in the past and most of them consists of matte and a bit of frost, seldom have I tried using dominant shimmery shadows as I find it quite hard to do it nice enough for photos. Well there's always time to practice and there's always a first time! Here's my version of a Shiny, Shimmery and Splendid eye look, a whole new world of difference when I changed my regular black or brown eyeliner to a colored one! Yes, it's Barney Eyeliner color! :D

Final eye look

A diagram

Prior to eyeshadow application:
Prime my lids with MAC's Shadestick in Beige-ing.

Step 1:

Using a flat shader brush (Mac's 242), pat on Inuovi Dust in Moonstone. Add if needed til you reach desired result.

Step 2:

Using a blending brush, apply MAC's Falling star on the outer v, blending harsh lines. Add more color if needed

Step 3:

Using the same blending brush, deepen the outer v by applying a matte brown e/s, I am using Milani's Chocolate Brown, making sure to blend in harsh lines again.

Step 4:
Apply highlighting powder on the browbone area going straigth to the inner corner of the eyes.

Step 5:
Line your eyes with Coastal Scents Gel Liner in Deep Purple. You can use any colored gel liner/pencil liner or liquid liner.

Do not forget to apply falsies
or 2 coats of mascara
I used Lancome Oscillation Mascara


Now you're ready to party!



And let's not forget
to fill in those brows!



For the Face:

Buff on Mineraux Green Corrector all over face to reduce redness
Buff Mineraux Premium Foundation in Neutral Medium

For the Cheeks:

Apply Inuovi Colours D36 blush in Lollipop
on the apples of the cheeks

For the Lips:

NYX Round Lipstick in Georgia
topped with Shawill gloss no. 11


And did I say you're ready to party?
What are you waiting for? GO! :D

And you're wondering what this look is for?
Dedicated for my mom! Today is her 62nd birthday!!!
Happy Birthday mommy! Thanks for fighting and thanks for all the lessons you've taught me.
I am who I am now because of you!!!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Askmewhats Reviews: Shawill Lip Gloss

(Note: A request from a silent reader - you know who you are, I hope you enjoy my lip product reviews! :D)

I seldom go to the Crossings' Mall because there's always Landmark at Trinoma. Since Landmark was closing up, we passed by Crossings' and something "unknown" caught my eye. Something unfamiliar to my eyes so I got to see what's up right?

I've seen a new brand called SHAWILL, looks like a Chinese brand but it has Korean writings so could be made in Korea. I was quite surprised cause I never saw this brand anywhere. They have a wide range of cosmetics and what caught my eye are their lip glosses. They got more than 8 glittery shades of lipgloss. I asked the lady on their bestseller and I tested it on my lips!

It's not amazing but it looks pretty for it's price! Let me show you how the box looks like...

The box actually is nicely sealed and packaged.
I am impressed with the simple packaging!

Quite a huge lipgloss huh? Same length as my hand

Here's how the applicator looks like, it's quite long, not flimsy at all
Check out the tiny sparkles

Here's how it looks like when swatched
No base, wiped once

I chose a very simple nude lipgloss so I can use any lipstick under and top it off Well, my bad, I didn't use any lipstick underneath this gloss,
so this doesn't give justice to the lipgloss lol

Facts on Shawill Lip Gloss ---

net: 7g
color bought: no. 11 (vogue noble)
has Korean characters


Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• non-sticky (again using the kiss hubby test)
• very affordable, costs less than Php200 (approx $4.30)
• gives out a very nice gloss on top of ANY lipcolor
• I like it that the sparkles are very tiny and not too visible and unnatural looking
• the packaging is really good
  

Cons

• tastes and smell like a car air freshener LOL (but not too strong)
  
• doesn't last long, it survived approx 2 drinks
  

Tips

• to make this gloss last longer, I find that applying the gloss first BEFORE the lipstick made it looks more natural and the gloss lasts longer! (can try this to any gloss that are NON-sticky)
• always use a balm to protect your lips before applying any lipstick/gloss.

Overall

I find that it's not bad to give this product a test, but have to make sure to check for allergies. Yes, some lip gloss can cause allergies! This is not a type of lip gloss you would go gaga for, as I find most of the shades they have are quite similar to each other. I think just one is enough to test drive the product. If it works for you, great! If it doesn't, at least it isn't too expensive right?

Will I repurchase?

No, I am getting a bit annoyed at the scent now! Really..do you really have to smell like a car air freshener? LOL I'm sure some of you can take it as it is not too strong, but there are some scents I don't go for! :(


Enjoy gloss hunting!
I would hunt for more if I may!
I love glosses, no one can take that love away from me! :D