Nikki's Beauty Heroes

Tine from Beautyholics Anonymous tagged me on beauty discoveries for skincare, makeup, haircare and favourite scents. *Breathes in and out* Here's goes....to a lot of thinking!

SKINCARE

What facial cleanser do you use?
Clinique's Liquid Facial Soap



What toner do you use?
Clinique's Clarifying Moisture Lotion No 2.



What moisturizer do you use?
Day moisturiser: Clinique's Moisture Surge Extra Thirsty Skin Relief



Night moisturiser: Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion (for Dry Skin)



How many times a day do you wash your face?
Twice a day! Morning and evening.

Do you use eye makeup remover? If so, what kind?
Yes, I am currently using L'oreal Gentle Eye & Lip Make up Remover




Is your skin oily, dry, or combination skin?
Dry skin

What is the best part about your skin?
The best part about my skin is that...it is soft! It may look dry but when touched, it is soft, I guess it is because I started taking care of my skin as early as Highschool!

What are your skin problems?
Dryness, itchiness.


MAKEUP

What foundation do you use?
Depends on my mood.

MAC Studio Fix Foundation


Paul & Joe Protective Dual Foundation



What powder do you use?
None for now.

What eyebrow pencil do you use?
Paul & Joe Eyebrow Pencil



What eyeliner do you use?
I am interchanging between my In2It automatic liner, Paul & Joe eyeliner, and my Stila Smudgepots in Black

What is your favorite eyeshadow?
Oh my!!! I have a lot of favorites! Can I just say, ALL MY e/s collection are my favorite? Cause I won't buy them if I don't like them.

What mascara do you use?
Interchange between Paul & Joe Curly Mascara, Fasio 3D Airtech mascara and Maybelline Unstoppable Shiny Black Mascara

What are your favorite lipbalms/glosses/sticks?
I don't have favorite Lipglosses and lipsticks but my favorite Lip balm is my Kiehls No. 1 lip balm at the moment!


HAIRCARE

Do you color your hair?
Yes, I am happy doing the home-color kit. Using L'oreal Feria. I have tried different colors all through the years and I just can't keep track!



What is your stylists name?
Tony from the Tony and Jackey Salon in Makati

What salon do you go to?
Answered above :D

What is your natural hair color?
Dark brown

What is your hair color now?
Medium Brown

Do you have straight or curly hair?
Wavy, I had it rebonded last year.

Do you use a curling iron?
No.

A straightener?
Yes.

What kind?
I have been using my Wetstraight Pro Flat Iron and I'm loving it.

Do you use a blow dryer?
Yes! I am using my Philips HP4880 Jetset Control Hair Dryer.



Do you use gel and if so, what kind?
No, I am not into gel.

Do you use mousse, and if so, what kind?
Nope again!

What shampoo and conditioner do you use?
I alternate between Citre Shine Shampoo and Conditioner Set and The Face Shop's Changpo Magic Straight Shampoo and Conditioner

Do you use leave in conditioner?
Yes, sometimes, Pantene (from HK), Changpo Magic Straight Serum or my Citre Shine Serum.

SCENTS

What deodorant do you use?
Secret <--- the Brand lol

What body wash do you use?
Johnson's Softwash

Do you use a loofah, washcloth or soap to wash?
Loofah

What perfumes do you use or like? Name five.
Check out my post here

Do you always have to smell good?
YES! :P

Now I am tagging everyone who wants to answer this! :)
I'd love to hear from you guys!
Spill the beans!

Joppa Minerals: Free Shipping Worldwide!

One thing that stops me from buying online, is the shipping cost. I have been blogging about make-up for quite some time and you don't see me blog much about MMU. It's not because I don't use them, or want them, but it's because of the shipping rates! I hate it that most of the time, shipping rates costs more than the product itself.

Thanks to Nanzy for the heads up on the Free First Class Global Shipping!
If you want to try on MMU but hates the shipping...
Now is the time!

Hurry! Offer good on all global and domestic orders now through August 21, 2008!
Smile and click the photo below for more details
**all photos from Joppa Minerals website

I hate choosing, so photos below are what "tickled" my fancy!
I am hoping not to to receive this at the end of year 2008! LOL

54pc. Eye Shadow Sampler

22pc Blush/Bronzer Sampler

What's your mineral heaven?
Happy shopping!

Arigatou Gozaimasu!!! Toma!

(Arigatou Gozaimasu = thank you very much)

You know that when I started to speak in different language (check heading), I am way beyond touched, happy, excited, overwhelmed!

A wonderful blogger-friend Toma of Makeup Masala, knew about my complaints on products I've been longing to try but I can't find them in my country. She's probably a mind-reader too, cause she knew I wanted to try ELF nail polishes so bad! (lol, in truth, I saw her ELF polish post and asked about it coz I told her I didn't even know they made polishes!) She then offered to send me ALL the colors available from the ELF nail polish collection! I was just thinking "a couple" of the colors, but she made my life easy by sending me EVERYTHING!!!

Here's the wonderful package I received after almost 3 weeks!
This is a HUGE package and I love that she even chose her bubble envelope carefully!
It was very difficult to ruin this envelope (I tried) :P

She bubble wrapped it again inside
BIG bubble wraps that I tried to press hard
But failed so I ended up using my sharp nails...
oooppsss....
Sorry, I got sidetracked just talking about this big bubble wrap
LOL (and NO, it's not a fetish)

What's even sweeter is she sent me a postcard with a lovely message
Toma dear, I WILL DEFINITELY have Fun!

It's also cute that she wrapped EACH of the nail polish
So it's like QUADRUPLE protected
Everything's safe and sound
(note from Author: Me and hubby had fun unwrapping this)

And here goes the
Nail Polishes PORN!

As I was chatting with my nail polishes,
I got a good conversation with them and they wanted me to tell you all...
that they are happy to arrive safe and sound, they did tell me it was a rough ride!
A bit jet lagged, but ready to work soon! *grins*
I can't wait to create more nail looks with my new nail polish collection
Again, thanks my dear Masala!
You are indeed an angel with the ability to send polishes! :D

Eureka Moment: Free Pond's 7 Day Trial Kit

(NOTE from Author: I just learned tonight that this promo ended August 15th 2008, I do apologize for the delayed news)

Dear Philippine Readers:

You want to try a skincare product before purchasing a full size right?
Well here's your chance to try on the new Pond's Age Miracle!
A good sample size of 10g good for 7 days!
I got mine and I will check out on this and see how it work!
Challenged? Go ahead! Get yours NOW! But how?

Text 7Days to 2966

Receive a confirmation message and present the message to claim your Free Pond's Age Miracle Sample! If you want to know. I got mine at the Robinson's Mall!

Here's how cute their packaging is!
I love it that they take time to really market their product
You also get a Php100.00 off on your next full size purchase of the product

Nah, it's not that big LOL
Let me show you what's inside on my hand!
For a sample, I think this is a generous sample size!
Good enough for you to see if it works or not!

Go ahead! Text now and I would love to hear your review on this product!
Ooohhh I want to see those wrinkles and dark spots GONE!!!

Askmewhats Version: "Smokey Green-Eyed Monstress"

I seldom use greens because I don't have much green e/s in the past! LOL (what an excuse!) But I found myself leaning onto greens as greens look better on my skin tone than other dark colors! With my chinky and puffy eyes, I have to be careful in choosing a smokey eye look as it can make or break my overall look! (most of the time BREAK)

A little note about me, I am NOT a jealous GF or Wife, but if given a chance to be a green-eyed monstress, I can definitely do my part!!! For a day....VAMPY!

Here's my version of using different shades of greens to create a smokey green look! Hope you like it!

Let me break down the products I've used for my Green-Eyed Monstress Look!

1. Maybelline Trio Eye Shadow Fresh Spring Green - all over lids
2. L'oreal Soft Effects Moss - crease area
3. Milani Garden Mist - inner corner of the eyes
4. L'oreal Soft Effects Golden - highlighter

Not numbered:

• L'oreal Hip Cream in Secretive - as base
• Paul & Joe eyebrow pencil no. 2 - brows
• Stila Smudgepots in Black
• PAC B02 - blush
• 4U2 Lipstick no. 7 (mixed with concealer and Nivea Caregloss)
  

Green-minded day...hmmmm....
Wanna watch X-rated films with me?
UH OH...am I in trouble? lol
(excuse me, I am over 18!)
Have a happy day!!! I am happy!!! FRIDAY I'M IN LOVE!

Want to check out previous looks with greens?
Smile and click
Lemon-y Lime Look
Kiwi Look