Nail Art Tutorial: MAC's "Cult of Cherry" Nails

Everyone's raving and talking about the MAC's Cult of Cherry Collection. I wanted to share my "Cult of Cherry" phenomena, so I've created something "Cherry" related :D
(again, I am no expert in any way or form, I am just someone who loves painting my own nails, or try to *winks*)

Step 1:

Paint your nails with any colors you want as a base. I chose mine in Platinum color.

Step 2:

Wait for a couple of minutes to let it dry for a bit. I've applied 2 coats.

Step 3:

With a reddish nail art pen, create 2 dots (as cherries). You don't have to make the dots perfect as cherries in real life aren't perfect, right?

Step 4:

Create dots in all 5 fingers so you don't have to open and close the nail art pen (which will cause the product to dry up)

Step 5:

Create twigs with a brown color, in my case, I don't have brown colored nail art pen, so I've used black instead. Create a twig with V shape connecting the 2 cherries.

Step 6:

Again, do it in all 5 fingernails!

Step 7:

Using a green nail art pen, create a leaf, going in any direction you want. Your choice. Your masterpiece :D

Step 8:

Top it with clear nail polish. Blowdry the polish on one hand first before you proceed in doing the other fingers. Make sure to let it completely dry before you ruin your nail art while doing the other hand!

Cherry-fic! Here's a simple Cherry Nails tutorial for you guys to try it out :)

Before I end this post, let me share to you a lovely shirt my hubby bought for me!
Made me smile....I am so childish..but who cares?


Shirt made by the company called "WHATEVER!" check out their shirts. A lot of cool prints and cute ones as well! Click to enlarge and see how cute they are! My favorite is the "You Rock! You Rule!" red shirt!

Still afraid to try on nail art?
Do not be, life is too short to be scared :D

P.S. A lot of my readers asked me regarding the 2 Way Nail Art Pen set.
I've found a very nice supplier and will probably sell them in good affordable price! (via Multiply)
I will let you guys know when the stocks arrive! Soon! :D

Want to see how Cherry nails was professionally done?
Smile and say "Cherry Nails!"

Weekend Food Tripping at: Pink Pepper

It's weekend once again! And it's time for another food tripping! We've decided to go and eat where it's near our place coz it's raining like crazy for the past week and you just don't know how much it floods here in downtown Manila! :(

Rain or shine, our stomach's always ready to try on anything new !

Located at the Robinson's Midtown Malate Manila. A cute restaurant called PINK PEPPER. How could I say no to "pink"? Yes, even peppers!

Here's how the cute restaurant look like from outside.
A couple of waitress are hovering outside holding a menu
inviting you to try on their dishes!

And here's how the interior looks like
quite small in area, and they have a "band" area to play some LOUD songs
Look at the cute pink lights!

They also jampacked the place with a bar
The bar looks really nice and look what we found?
A cute coca-cola spinning against gravity :D

We hate decisions, good thing they have a FAMILY Meal
I believe this meal is good for 3-4 people
There's only 2 of us..lol we can always take out!

Let's start with the Pepperoni PIZZA!
VERY thin crusted pizza!
Very crispy! It honestly taste like crackers
Check out this pizza with the "spicy" pizza oil

Sorry for the bad shot,
the place was quite dim
and putting on a flash would scare the rest of the customers! LOL
Here's the best shot we've done to let you see how thin crust this is
(If you are a hungry mammal, do not just order a pizza as you won't get full!)

Carbonara Pasta
This one tastes yummy, don't like the garlic bread though, not crispy!
The pasta tastes creamy with bacon and ham!

One Whole Fried Chicken
included in the Family Meal.
It is not the usual Fried chicken as there's a hint of Curry
(not sure in the chicken or in the gravy itself)

Overall, the food is ok. Service is good. It is something to check out for as there will definitely be times your taste buds wanted to try something new.

The whole family meal costs Php900.00 + tax = Php980.00 ($21.35)
A good meal with family or friends!

And before I end this post, let me share some beauty related stuffs!
Here's what I saw at the Elianto Counter at the Robinson's Mall!
Their nail polishes are on 40% off sale!
From Php99 to Php59! ($2.15 to $1.30)
But have to check with the sales lady as NOT ALL OF THE COLORS
are on SALE!

Remember to eat a hearty meal,
buy yourself stuffs that makes you pretty!
In that way...
You can really be beautiful both IN and OUT!

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