AMW Reports: Benefit VIP Party with Jared Bailey + Limited Edition Holiday Brow and Lash Service

When Jared Bailey, exactly 1 year after, visited the Philippines again, the Benefit girls made sure to invite us to their exclusive private party!  This was held at Vask Curve last November 3, if it covers Brow topics plus meeting the Global Brow Authority, I knew I had to be there!

As always, Benefit events are fun and unique!  Upon arrival, our photos were taken and we get to try their Limited Edition Holiday Brow and Lash Service.  Remember last year's "BLING"?  Well, this year, they are bringing it back this time giving both brows and lashes the royal treatment.

You can choose between ---
Brilliant Brows - an eye-catching set of Swarovski crystals to illuminate and lift the brow.
Pop o' Previous - A solitary Swarovski crystal for a subtle sparkle.
or  Flashy Lash - A shimmering set of Swarovski crystals to light up the lash line.

Weekend Food Trip at: Stella Wood Fire Bistro

It's Sunday today and I am looking forward for some R&R as yesterday was crazy!  Crazy in a good way as I was up as early as 6:30am to prepare for a 4 hour Beauty Workshop which for me doesn't feel like work as it was nothing but fun!  (Follow me on Instagram - AskMeWhats to get updates). 

The rest of the day was quite busy but fulfilling on both our parts but of course, we're only humans and humans need rest and FOOD! :D

Speaking about food, not too long ago, we were invited by our high school friends for another get together as we haven't seen each other for quite some time!  New Year is the perfect timing to catch up and get updated on what's happening with each others' lives!  Don't you love how reuniting with friends make you feel young all over again? 

We got a text to meet up at Stella, upon hearing the name of the restaurant, both the hubby and I were guessing what type of dish the restaurant serves.  Based on the name, I was voting for Filipino dishes while hubby voted for...well, he didn't say anything as he was totally clueless! 

What does a professional researcher do?  Google-A-Friend!  I got excited when I read that Stella Wood Fire Bistro (the full name) is the sister restaurant of Museum Cafe and Chelsea.  I've had great experiences on both restaurants so I have high hopes for Stella.  Best of all?  My cravings for Wood Fired Pizza will be satisfied (thanks and no thanks to the Food Network!) *laughs*

And before I blab further, I will post 2 dishes that we tried and didn't get the chance to take photos on our friends' orders just because we were too busy chatting.

Straight Up Pepperoni

Php295.00 (approx $7.38)

Simple, thin-crusted pizza with pepperoni --- who could say no to that?  What I like about wood-fired pizza is the way the crust was crispy yet never oily!  Straight Up Pepperoni may look deceiving at first glance but eating 2-3 slices is enough for me and baby!

Wood Fired Garlic Mushroom Cream Fettucine

Php425.00 (approx $10.63)

Porcini Dust, Truffle Oil, Malagos Pecarino, Fresh Lemon, Herbs

Okay, I have to admit, I was browsing through the Pasta section and went for any pasta with "truffle oil" as part of the ingredients!  Overall, the Wood Fired Garlic Mushroom Cream Fettucine isn't as creamy as expected and the taste of the truffle oil is very light!  It is something I would order if I'm craving for truffle oil based pasta but I'll probably try their other pasta dishes.

Overall, I enjoyed the wood fired pizza!  What I love about the restaurant is its modern interior plus the attentiveness of staff!  Keep in mind that there will be a separate service charge.  The restaurant accepts cash and credit card payments.

Stella Wood Fire Bistro
Ground Level, Bonifacio High Street Central
7th Ave. corner 29th St., Bonifacio Global City
Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Phone Number: (+632) 621-3222

A photo of us after a fun dinner at Stella Wood Fire Bistro

By the way, before I end this post, I want to share a new Studio SnR workshop called Mane Style Series!  I swear, if I don't have to be at work, I'll definitely enroll myself into this workshop as anything related to hair perks up my interest!  

Just in case you guys are free on February 8, 2013, feel free to register as Studio SnR workshops has always been a very educational one!

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Year End Report! Happy 2013!

Last year, I've written my Year End Report Welcoming 2012 (click post HERE), can you believe 365 days has passed?  We're done with another year and I'm sharing my highlights for the year 2012!  Why?  It makes me appreciate life even more and how happy I am to have experienced the whole year with people I love!

Makeup Gigs 2012

I have an "auditor" husband who notes down on all my makeup gigs and he reported to me that my makeup gigs multiplied twice this year!  I want to thank all my new and returning clients for getting my services as I enjoyed prettifying all of them!  The year 2012 has been a wonderful year for me doing the job I love most!  

**some of the Brides

Studio SnR's First Ever I Love Beauty Workshop

My love for teaching combined with my love for makeup puts me into various workshops with different companies and brands!  Early this year, my dear friend Sydney from Studio SnR have decided to create a workshop series called "I Love Beauty" with Garnier and Maybelline and I was the lucky girl who was picked to teach about skincare and help out with students on how to apply makeup that suits them! 

The event was covered by Manila Bulletin!

Japan Trip

Mr. AMW was kind enough to take me to South Korea (my dream place to visit) so I told him the year 2012 will be HIS year!  His dream destination is Japan so I have decided to go ahead with the booking and enjoy 5 days in Tokyo!  It was the best decision ever as we enjoyed Tokyo so much we would love to go back someday!  Probably...with Baby AMW! :D

Porefessionally Pretty with Benefit x AMW

Mid this year, I was invited to do a workshop at Benefit Boutique in Greenbelt 5 for ladies who wants to look Porefessionally Pretty!  It was 4 hours of basic makeup to professional makeup teaching and we ended up with party makeup!  I enjoyed the workshop so much I am looking forward for more of our partnership the coming year! 

Sophie Martin Paris Makeup Talk

The year 2012 must be the year for makeup x teaching!  I was surprised to get an invite from Sophie Martin Paris for a makeup talk with their members!  I didn't know what to expect that day but I dressed myself professionally as I shared the whole day event with 2 fellow bloggers Tin and Carissa (both bloggers talked about fashion).  The event was held at the Sophie Martin Paris, Philippines showroom and I have to admit, for someone who was used to teaching a huge crowd, it was a bit overwhelming to see such huge crowd of people who are very much interested learning about simple skincare and makeup tips!  Given the chance, I'll do this over and over again in a heartbeat!

AMW x CharChar as The Purple Groom's Brand Ambassadors

Who says women in their 30's can't be brand ambassadors?  *chuckles* Can I say you're wrong?  Anything can be possible if you own a super cute, fluffy pet friend like I do!  CharChar, my 6-year old Pomeranian dog, and I were invited to be The Purple Groom's Brand Ambassador! This shoot (Shot around end of August) was very special to me as I already knew I was pregnant !  I was actually heading to the doctor immediately after the shoot for Doctor's confirmation!  

(Inside my head: "Charchar, you are my baby for now but I will have a real baby soon!")

But don't worry Charchar, you'll always have a special place in my heart and I'm sure Baby AMW will love you as much as I do! :D

Nestle Crunch x AMW

Since we're on the topic of photoshoot, I was also invited to shoot for Nestle's Funtacular Ways of Eating Nestle Crunch Ice Cream!  It was a fun day as I get to work with Niccolo Cosme once again and I've always been a fan of his works!

AMW Featured on Maven Magazine

After my Vaseline magazine feature, I haven't really thought I'd see myself in a glossy once again!  This time, it was a feature for AskMeWhats as a blog and blogger!  A full page dedicated for my blog!  I am very happy with it and I want to thank Maven magazine for this awesome opportunity!!!

The Birth of AskMeMom

Last but not the least, the best gift that I won't forget is the birth of AskMeMom!  I am finally going to be a mommy!!!  Many people have prayed and hoped for a Baby AMW and I want to thank all my friends who prayed for me! I have gone through really tough times making sure my mom is alright and I'm glad my prayers has been answered and I cannot hope for anything more for the coming years but the safety of Baby AMW!  I hope you are as excited as we are to share my journey not only as a Blogger but as a Mom! :D

Thank you 2012, you've been very good to me!  I'm pretty excited and looking forward for 2013! :)  

What are you most thankful for the year 2012?
I'd love to hear from you!

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AMW Reports: Studio SnR's First I Love Beauty Workshop

Happy Monday AMW readers!  A lot of the local readers are probably off to their  hometown or are taking a week off from work for the Holy Week celebration!  :)  Take care okay?

Over the weekend, the first ever I Love Beauty Workshop happened at the Studio SnR!  First of all, I am very happy to be part of this event, as you all know, AskMeWhats started because I LOVE Beauty!  I am a firm believer of beauty in everybody!  It doesn't have to be what's on the outside but always have to consider what's on the inside! 

March 31, 2012...it doesn't hurt to learn how to prettify ourselves on the outside! :)

As I got in the studio, the familiar "warm, fuzzy" feel greeted me at the reception area!  I huge poster from our friends of Garnier and Serenitea were there.

I was greeted by Sydney Go of Studio SnR, I wore a light green top to support our Garnier friends while Sydney looks so good on her Red and Blue floral dress that reminded me so much of Garnier's Pure Active! 

I looked around and can't help but praise the studio for job well done on the area set up!  I spied on 3 tables to welcome the attendees.

On each seat, you get to see a round mirror, makeup brush set, face chart with pencil for the attendees to note down the right products meant for their skin!

 And because this workshop is I Love Beauty with Maybelline, Garnier and AskMeWhats, you will see a good amount of Maybelline and Garnier testers!  I went to the studio early and I'm glad I did because I was able to look around and check out the new wonderful products that Maybelline and Garnier offer! 

I nearly died as 98% of the testers were new and sealed!

 As a food lover, I went ahead with my thick-face and checked out the snacks area!  I've always have great experiences snacking at the Studio SnR!  The last time I attended Studio SnR x Bobbi Brown Mastering the Basics, I have tried the best fish sticks and nachos and I'm so happy to be reunited with the gorgeous snacks!  I promise you, I tried so hard not to eat prior the workshop!  *whispers* I did AFTER! :P

Egg sandwich, cookies, fish sticks, nachos and a lot more!

Let's not forget Serenitea!

To keep the workshop rolling, we started off by color-swatching the participants who arrived!   

Archie Tolentino, Maybelline Philippine's Chief Makeup Artist and myself went around the area to help pick the right foundation shade for everyone!  It was also the best time for me to meet new girl-friends who love beauty as much as I do!

Sydney started the program by welcoming the participants to the studio introduced them to the companies who made this workshop possible --- Garnier and Maybelline at the same time, introduced me as their special guest :).  She also explained that each of the lucky participants have their own Studio SnR box which includes a lot of tools needed during the workshop!

Cotton pads, cotton buds (one with rounded tip and the other was sharp tip), sponges, Parian Spirit Brush Cleaner Wipe, Head band to prevent hair from getting into the face during makeup application and discount coupons from Serenitea!

I started off the presentation, on behalf of Garnier Philippines, to talk about the importance of skincare routine!  I also shared some tips on how to take care of our skin!  

It was a joy for me to see the participants open up their Studio SnR box and pull out the makeup sponge and grab Garnier Pure Active Multi-Action Scrub and start removing their existing makeup!  They even went ahead and toned with Garnier Milky Lightening Dew.  

I was so happy as I didn't expect them to be "this game" to strip off everything and really get into this makeover! :)

Archie turned the room upside down (in a very good way) when he told everyone how having a good makeup will always start with a good set of brows!  Each of the students were given the chance to check their face shape and advised on good eyebrow shapes for them to work on!

 Archie chose a model and groomed the left side of her brows and everyone in the room can see an instant change just by shaving off excess hair!

 Students getting busy on grooming and redefining their own brows!

Of course, both Archie and I were there to guide the students!

Next came concealing, most of the students can apply the right shade of foundation as we continue with the right way on concealing dark, undereye circles!  It helps to use "orange" based concealer to counteract the bluish tint of under eye circles!

For each step, each of the participants were given the time to do their own faces as we roam around and help those who have questions!  

Archie continued by sharing how he will teach everyone to replicate the poster on local Maybelline counters but will do some tweaks and make it more "manageable" for regular people!  

Participants stood up to get their choice of eyeshadow palettes and chose a light sweep of color applied all over the lids and proceeded to pencil lining their waterline, tigh-tlining and of course, some went ahead to apply gel liner or liquid liner on the upper lash line.

Everyone was lucky enough to try the bestselling Maybelline The Falsies mascara which gets sold out on a lot of Maybelline counters!

See how everyone is so into the makeover?  The best part was how a lot were quite adventurous in choosing their blush and lip color!  It all spells... F-U-N!

 As soon as the workshop was over, everyone was given loot bags from Maybelline and Garnier!

These girls walk out pretty and they also get to use the new products they received!

 

Another successful event as organized by Studio SnR!  A photo of myself, Archie and Sydney!

Here are some of the collage of some photos taken with participants!  It was great meeting everyone!!!

P.S. I am wearing Maybelline's Color Sensational Lipcolor in Red Revival!

And of course, I should get to have a photo taken with 2 lucky winners from my past Studio SnR Gives contest!  Thanks for being a sweetheart Angeli and Gidjette!

Oh, before I forget, aside from the cool Studio SnR box, each of the participants get to take home these...

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I   At the same time, I promise to try my best to update you on contests, workshops, new product launches, reviews and a whole lot more!  

Speaking about contests, kindly check back within the day as I have a new giveaway!!! :D

Thanks for all your support guys! :)
I love you all!

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