HSBC Credit Card Gives Kenneth Cole Reaction

HSBC Credit Card (Philippines) had a promo for first time approved customers. A Kenneth Cole Reaction Wallet and Key Fob Premium.

What I did is to apply online, fax the requirements and after approval, accumulate Php 3,000 (approx $68.00) worth of spending. In which I did with my P&J Loot.

I was so excited to get this, but as I finally received this, I can't help but feel disappointed as the quality is not that good as compared to it's "brand name".

If you check the above photo closely, the wallet is not "aligned" and the key chain wasn't made nicely as well. Well..what can I say? It's FREE, but still...if Kenneth Cole put it's name up there, free or not, they should have made the wallet a better quality!

I just can't believe I applied for a new credit card just for this. HAHAHA I am a sucker for freebies! (who isn't?) And you know the funny thing? Just after I got approved, HSBC has a new and better promo! Free cellphone for approved customers! Darn huh? Oh well, things company do...

"Are you a sucker for freebies, too??? "

Oh well, happy weekend everyone!
I had my hair pampered...
Hair manicure....
a trim...
it was fun and relaxing!

Revlon Limited Edition Giveaway! (Contest Closed!)

** After yesterday's teaser, a lot of you probably thought I'll be doing a version of the Revlon Print Ad. I wish, but nah....the model was too pretty, I just don't have to guts to re-create the look. A lot of you are thinking that you won't be able to pull this look as well! Well well, one of you will have the chance to pull this look without spending a single cent! Intrigued???? Read on!!!!

It's weekend here and words just can't express how much I love weekend. And words just can't express how happy I am to be able to give out prizes for my lovely readers!!! If given the chance to give each one of you gals, I would...but because I'm a working girl living in a "real world", I have to put my feet back to the ground LOL

The reason why I was super excited yesterday with the teaser is because I will be giving away 3 Revlon's limited edition Bedroom Eyes Powder Liner (For creating smokey eyes) and Revlon's Crushed Velvet Lipstick to one lucky reader!

Here's the photo of the prize!!!

**Note: Products are all brand new, never been swatched or used

How to join? Just smile and answer this question ---

"Do we really have to follow set of rules when it comes to make-up application?
Why or Why not?"

1. Simply comment on this post with your name, email address and your answer (no spam/offensive/rude comments as this could disqualify your entry)
2. One entry per person, a series of conversation is permitted but one person = one entry.
3. Readers from all over the world are invited to participate.
4. Deadline will be the July 26th 11:59pm (Philippine time)

** Winner will be randomly chosen to be announced on July 27th (again Philippine time).
The main purpose of this contest is to create a great conversation about make-up and learn from each other. I would also like to get to know more about the thoughts of my readers as I know a lot of us come from different cultures in different parts of the world. So please make this conversation nice and fun!

Goodluck! I'm looking forward to hear from all of you!

A Teaser

**photos from www.revlon.com

What's this 2007 limited edition doing on the year 2008?
Do you like the looks above?
Would you be able to pull this off?

I have something exciting for my readers
Details...will be coming out ....
Soon...

Like the suspense?
LOL I DO! (Man, I'm enjoying this!)

Askmewhats Reviews: WetStraight Pro Flat Iron

My hair isn't sleek straight but it's straight enough. Why do I need to iron? Well, I bought this because I cut other people's hair and I've found some would prefer to have a sleek straight hair rather than the normal blow-dried hair. I have searched for a good flat iron that I could invest in and easy to bring along. I have found the one.

JBL is actually a home tv shopping company in the US. I haven't checked if they do home tv shopping down here in the Philippines. But I saw all those hair demonstration inside the malls. I just gave in and asked them to do my hair.

I was amazed, I love the outcome! I asked a couple of questions, then I bought it!

** Php2,399.75 (approx $54.00) at SM Malls

WetStraightPro says ---

• Ionic technology retains moisture, protects your hair and reduces frizz
• Variable heat control 140, 160, 180, 200, 210 degree celcius
• Use on towel dried hair
• Titanium plates for fast results - heats in just 120 seconds
• heats to salon temperature of 210 degree celcius
• 2m salon length swivel power lead

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• lightweight
• heats easily
• has temperature control so it won't get too harsh on my hair
• does its job in straightening and it stays for the whole day, or until you wash your hair
• the swivel cord definitely helps especially if you iron your own hair
  

Cons

• I find it drying, so I suggest not to use this everyday
  (well all heating tools are bad if used too frequently)
  

Overall

This is surprisingly a good product. I've originally wanted a ceramic flat iron, but I have seen a lot of branded irons that have ceramic but just "the exterior", and I was told that if you dropped the iron, the ceramic will break. I suggest to use a heat protective shampoo and conditioner like Thermasilk and do not apply any leave on conditioner as these have "oil" as part of the ingredients which can "burn" your hair. Use smoothening serum AFTER ironing.

Tip

Test on the temperature setting and see which temperature works best for you. Start with the lowest. I was advised by the salesman to use the highest setting, I did and it hurts my scalp and head. I tried from the bottom and at the end found out 180 degrees works fine for my hair!

Will I repurchase?

If this broke less than 3 yrs, I won't repurchase!

This is a photo of how a newly ironed hair looks like as done by the sales staff
(Don't worry, I don't normally have this kind of hair,
this is just too straight, I prefer a bit of wave!)

I'd love to invest in a good curling iron for now!
I want the big curling irons!
Are you into curling or straightening?
I am into BOTH!

Askmewhats Reviews: Thevi High Impact Lipstick in Sequin

**used without any lip balm or gloss

Thevi Says ---

High Impact Lipstick ($22.00)

Sensual lip color. Advanced formula lipstick with unique chroma-shine technology provides rich color intensity with a super glossy finish that's virtually weightless, yet won't wear off. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, E and C for anti-oxidant protection and conditioning. In an array of gloriously colorful shades. Hypoallergenic.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• moisturizing
• gives out glossy finish and you don't have the sticky feeling of a lip gloss
• lovely packaging, sleek and modern
  

Cons

• like any other lipstick, it doesn't last long

Overall

The Thevi High Impact lipstick is a great product with great selection of colors. They've got 8 shades for the time being and all the colors would look great on any skin color! What I love from their lipstick is the added vitamins (especially E) as my lips tend to darken as I use lipstick, so this will not only prettify my lips but it makes my lips healthier!

Will I repurchase?

Yes, it's not drying for a lipstick.

Are you a lipstick girl?
or a gloss girl?
Tell askmewhats!



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