Friday, August 1, 2008

What's in My Make-up Bag?

Lovely Tine from Beautyholics Anonymous wanted to know "What's in my Make-up Bag". I have posted it several months ago and things have changed. Stuffs had changed but the quantity didn't change much!

Yup, a beauty addict like myself carries few make-up as much as possible. I hate lugging all the make-up around (I only do that when friends would request for me to do a makeover for them). That's why I have to make sure I do my make-up well each morning and all it would only be Powder and Lipstick re-touch. That's all I'm willing to do. That's how lazy I am :P

Now it's time for my make-up bag to Shine!

I do change my make-up bag every now and then
and give them a nice wash.
Make-up bags need TLC you know!



Here are the contents



What's inside ---
  • Paul & Joe Protective Dual Powder Foundation No. 3 - my HG powder Foundation
  • Band Aids - I tend to be very careless and hurt myself :(
  • Mirror (from japan, it has the regular and magnifying one) - perfect if I want to take a peek without people knowing :P
  • Paul & Joe blush - perfect mix of peachy orange, very glowy effect
  • Paul & Joe eyebrow pencil no. 2 - if I need to refill my brows again
  • Maybelline eyeliner in Black - I don't bring this always, depends on my mood
  • Tweezers - for my newly grown eyebrows
  • Lancome Lipstick in Rose- this is a perfect pinkish nude color flattering for everybody
  • Artdeco Lip gloss - perfect glittery pout, anytime!
  • Kiehl's No. 1 Lip balm - for my uber dry lips
  • Lip brush - for my Kiehl's Lip balm, I hate using my fingers!
  • Lancome mini quad eyeshadow - if friends wanted an instant makeover

To my darling Tine, here you go! :P Hope you like how it looks. Thanks so much for wanting to see what's on my make-up bag. It's honestly boring! But I hope you like it!!!

So, anyone willing to share "What's in Your make-up bag?" I'm all EENT (Eyes, ears, nose, throat)!

Want to check out what's in my bag 6 months ago?
Easy, just smile and say: "Make-up Bag!"



Thursday, July 31, 2008

Nail Art Tutorial: "My First Ever!"

When I am post my nail art, a couple of my readers would request for me to do a tutorial for them. And you guys know how much I'll try my best to accommodate the requests of my readers.

Before I continue though, I want to clarify that I am no expert in any way on these, I do this because I want my mom to have a lovely nail art on her nails. There are a lot of lovely bloggers who does nail art too and they're good! Alyssa, Cinthia and Trinh and a lot more other bloggers who definitely have passion for nailsl. Please check them out!

A good nail artist have different tools to create wonderful looks! Since I am only starting up, I've only got nail polishes, nail pens, and A WHOLE LOT OF PATIENCE and CREATIVITY!

Step 1:
Always make sure the pen is not clogged, they have a free needle, use it! It's there for a purpose




Step 2:
Unclog the nail polish pen.




Step 3:
Paint any color you like, depending on what kind of nail art you plan to do.




Step 4:
Press your nail pen and create dots.




Step 5:
Create 5 dots for "petals"




Step 6:
Choose a different color to create a flower "bud". In my case, I got light pink.




Step 7:
Do your own thing, I've decided to create a stem using white dots




Step 8:
Using a dark green color, I drew a leaf shape (came out black on photos lol)




Step 9:
With a cuticle pusher, line the leaf shape in the middle, to create a 3 dimentional leaf look




Step 10:
Top it off with a clear polish to protect the nail art




Ready for Camera!
SMILE!




If you don't have the nail pen,
you can use your nail polishes,
and cut the polish brush to make it shorter and thinner.
Again Practice Practice Practice!

Is this tutorial helpful?
Show me some luvin'!
I have to admit, I didn't have time to complete all 10 fingers!
I have to crop the photos and prepare this post..lol
I dont' want to finish it all and ruin it at the end!


Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Let's all join Clumps of Mascara!





Great news!

The wonderful B of Clumps of Mascara is giving away Stila lipsticks in "Ariel" and "Michaela". If you want to snag 'em. Click on the banner above and read her mechanics!

And the best part? The contest is open for international readers like moi!!!

So what are you waiting for? Smile and click click!

Goodluck!

Home Massage, Anyone?



I remembered 2 years ago, I went to Malaysia with my friends. We walked so much that I lost the feelings on my legs! As I was strolling along the mall, I saw a sales guy coming towards me. The usual "Nikki" instinct would give out this apologetic smile and say "no thanks". But as I was looking at the product on his hand, I was so curious and drawn to it. Well, aside from the fact that I saw a massage chair as well. Who wouldn't want to sit on a massage chair for FREE?

Are we ready for Alien Porn?

Here's such a wonderful side angle... Sexy!



The button you see below that looks like a mouth is the ON/OFF button



Now he's shy, you're staring at his "butt" lol



This will be the exact moment I go:
"ooohh ahhh!"
(I did say PORN right?) lol





Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • relaxes you
  • affordable
  • durable (I dropped it many times, it's still working lol)
  • comes in cool colors (baby pink, cool blue, mint green)
Cons
  • NONE for now, and for the past 2 years!
Overall

This battery operated Alien-like baby is perfect to be used on your back, your shoulders, your legs! It relaxes you in an instant, and the best thing, it's lightweight!

Tips
  • Use rechargeable batteries to save money
  • Do not use this longer than 15 minutes on each area
  • Do your loved ones a favor by massaging them with this! Who knows? They'll return you the favor! lol

Will I repurchase?

Yes! I actually repurchased 12 pcs of this!!!
Imagine the look on the sales lady?
And I would love to see the looks on your faces! LOL

Let me explain, both me and my hubby love this so much that we repurchased these as wedding favors for our godparents! :) We love something that would be useful and would remind them of us!

Yes to my Philippine readers, they are not only sold in Malaysia, I am happy to announce I've seen them at the Rustan's Malls. And the best part? It's less than Php1,000!! (approx $25.00)


Are you looking for a nice gift for your friends, family
who are always complaining about their back pains?
Leg pains? Headache? Or whatever ache???
Except Heartaches though LOL
This may be something to help ease their mini pains everyday!!!


And before I end this post, let me leave you something to smile or even laugh about :P




Tuesday, July 29, 2008

My Citre Shine Loot Bag

Can I be honest?
Do you know that I am not the type of person who gets stuff without working hard for it?
Everything I own, everything you see in me..
I've worked hard for it.
I'm glad though, coz it made me understand the value of everything I have
Tangible or intangible.

That is why, my jaw nearly dropped...
and my tongue nearly rolled into the Oscars --- as red carpet...
When I won this lovely loot bag
from my favorite magazine!!!
(can you just believe it that I was just talking about them days ago?)
Girlfriend magazine, thank you!
I must be doing something good...

Here's my winnings
Yup, they're all mine!



And let me show it to you one by one. Can I just squeal and say..
"It looks soooo lovely!!!! I just want to hug them to sleep" LOL


Citre Shine Fresh Fusion Shampoo and Conditioner

I actually just finished up my HG shampoo and conditioner to give these babies a try
I am always open to set aside my HG shampoo and conditioner just to try out other stuffs



Citre Shine Anti-Frizz Serum

Good for days that my hair just goes crazy!



Citre Shine Curl Booster

This would be great for my sister-in-law who loves to curl her hair



Citre Shine Glossing Pomade

did I hear shiny hair??? I want!



I will do a separate review on each one of them when I get the chance. I have to give them all the proper time to test them. Just so you guys know, they are not too expensive.

Nose test: Smells HEAVENLY!!! <--- not because it's free ok? lol


Have you had any winnings lately?
What are your winnings?
Spill!