Paul & Joe Event and Meeting Nice People :D

Paul & Joe, my favorite cosmetics brand, had a 3-day event this weekend. I got this over the mailbox but I kinda forgot about the dates. Good thing I got a text message to remind me about this. I have work on Friday, so I attended Saturday event instead :) Once is better than NONE right?

I have met a Sab, a wonderful blogger friend, for the 2nd time and this time, it's with her MOM!!! Her mom is so cool! :)

I've also met a new blogger friend KIM *waves at Kim* thanks for introducing yourself to me! I would've never recognized you! Kim is lucky because she won the P&J jewelry box raffle!!! And she's proud to be a P&J girl now!!! :D

Here's how we P&J addicts squeeze ourselves inside the P&J shop :)




The Chief Make-up Artist Ms. Cherry Pacheco Uy and
the Sr. Associate Artist Ms. Lanie Acedillo taught different tricks for make-up

And I was asked by my hubby
to look back and SMILE! LOL

It was a great event and I enjoyed chatting with fellow make-up addicts. We've decided to walk around the mall and I went in the Face Shop and the SA, who's always been nice to me told me about the "bundled" Changpo Magic Straight Shampoo and Conditioner. LOL Yeah, she knew that I love it! I think, I've used a total of 4 sets of Changpo Magic Straight Shampoo and Conditioner! And they get to be out-of-stock a lot of times!!

Though I am currently using my Tsubaki Shampoo and Conditioner, I knew that I'll be going back to TFS Changpo Set! So...I bought the sets (I said sets cause I bought 2 hahaha) for back-up as I get to save Php115.00 (approx $3.45) per set!

Here's how pretty the box looks like

And my 2 sets ready to be inside my
Panic Buying Storage! LOL

I've also hauled so much on lashes as I don't go to Glorietta as frequent as before!
Lashes Porn!!!

I've also shopped for a skirt, a nice dress and a pair of sandals....
Not on photo because... :( I dont' know why! hahaha
Well, how's your weekend?
Have a great weekend everyone
and I'm glad to have met a couple of nice friends today!

Askmewhats Version: "She Space Minerals" Look (Part 2)

I have ordered from the She Space Minerals months ago and I haven't had the chance to play with it again til now! (click here to see what I ordered)

I got inspired with the gold pigment, so I've decided to work with it!

Here's my end result :D

One Eye...and you know what's next....

DIAGRAM!!!

1. Using my Prestige #104 Shadow Sweep Brush, tap on She Space Dragon Breath

2. Using Prestige #103 Shadow Crease Brush, apply She Space's Cindy's Got Grumption on the outer crease

3. Highlight with the same Prestige #103 Shadow Crease brush with Bonjour Beige Rose to highlight the brow bone and inner corner of the eye.

And here are the products used not shown on diagram



L-R Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler Cover Girl Lash Blast in Black Paul & Joe Black Eyeliner and not to forget my Stila Smudgepots in Black using Smashbox no. 28 brush



I used The Body Shop Bare Natural's Cheek Color in Warm Copper



For the Lips Cover Girl Amazemint in Toast-ed Topped with NYX Pigment in Gold



and EDM Full Coverage Foundation in Golden Fair
(not shown on photo)
It's time to show my face!

Anyone who watches the Japanese Anime Sergeant Keroro?
OMG, it's too funny!
I am not into Animes but I'm a convert..
They are too funny and cute!

Have a great weekend everyone!
I know I will! :)
I'm off to Paul & Joe make-up event this afternoon!

Want to check out my first look created using She Space?
Smile and click "Purplish Chocolate"!

Askmewhats Reviews: TBS Nature's Minerals Cheek Color

As seen in my previous Coming Soon post, I got the chance to test on The Body Shop Nature's Minerals Collection. (again thanks to Lisa of Ignite Social Media )

I love blushes so I started using the blush first for the first part of my TBS Nature's Minerals review.

Color: Warm Copper

Nature's Minerals Cheek Color Says ---

• Mediterranean clay is an absorbent mineral that helps bind make-up to skin for long-lasting coverage.
• Mica adds luster and has light-diffusing particles to help disguise fine lines.
• Titanium dioxide and red, yellow and black iron oxide provide a natural-looking color palette.
• Dermatologist-tested with no added fillers, preservatives or fragrances.
  

Askmewhats Says ---

Pros

• you won't be looking like a clown for sure as this creates a soft, natura- looking color
• has tiny gold specks that can create a natural sun-kissed look
  
• good quality packaging, I've checked the bottom part and the plastic is no. 7 (which is good number for water bottle)
• since the sifter is made of mesh, it makes the mineral finer thus you can never have "streaks" on your cheeks.
• no allergies for me!
  

Cons

• based on the color Warm Copper, I would say it won't show up on some skin tone, so you have to really pack on the product to get the desired look.
  
• can be messy for people who are not used to mineral make-up
  

Overall

TBS NM Warm Copper is a pretty combination of Peach and Gold. I would say it reminded me so much of NARS Orgasm not because of the color but because of the gold shimmer both products have. Even the size of the gold specks are exactly the same as Orgasm. <--- good timing I got my Orgasm huh?


Tips

• use a denser brush (in my opinion) when you apply this blush, as I've tried using a loose brush and I can't seem to see the color on my cheeks.
• start less then build up the color you desire
  
• if you are looking for an "obvious" blush, this won't be it as TBS NM is aiming for natural looking beauty!
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes, I am aiming for Pink Quartz...hmmm..
Cheek Colors are available in 4 colors - Pink Quartz, Golden Terracotta, Warm Copper and Brown Topaz

How much?

At the local Body Shop, costs Php895 (approx $18.00)

The Specs ---

Here's the size on my hand
Instructions on how to use the product inserted in

The Blush size as compared to the Foundation
(L-Blush/R- Foundation)

When you peel the safety sticker, here's how the sifter looks
It's not the usual holes from most plastic sifters
They use mesh as sifters

You've seen how it looks like on my hand

Start with tiny amount
(you can always re-apply if needed)



Swirl...
Tap...
and Buff....

Here's the result on my cheeks
For reference, I swirled, tapped and buffed 2-3 times on each cheek to get this result

How do you like my Warm Copper Cheeks?
Interested to know what I think on the other line from TBS Nature's Minerals?
*nods*???
Well you have to be patient! LOL
Reviews coming up sooooonnnnn!!!!

Askmewhats Reviews: MAC Renewal Defense Charged Water

I could never imagine myself buying "expensive" water. As what I call Evian mists and everything more expensive than that LOL Not until I watched Youtube videos and read beauty blogs. Everyone's been raving about the MAC Fix+ and the MAC Charged Water. I've done a lot of research (and trust me, I am a researcher by profession hahaha) and I finally gave in. A spray that seals in moisture? I am game!!!!

MAC Charged water are available in different variants
I chose the Peach Colored one because of it's Anti-oxidant factor.
And of course, a lot of people chose this over the others :D

MAC Charged Water Says ---

"Charged water, fused with vital ions from rhodochrosite to create a powerfully protective hydrating mist to help defend the skin from environmental aggression. Packed with anti-oxidants, its peach-toned hue is imparted by the rhodochrosite itself. Its aroma, is a gentle blend of grapefruit mandarin.”

Ingredients:

Water, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Rhodochrosite, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Nitrate, Potassium Nitrate, Potassium Phosphate, Salycylic Acid, Fragrance, Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol

Askmewhats Says ---

Pros

• has a "recharged" feeling because of the scent
• hydrates my skin (not as moisturizer) but after foundation application, there are some areas that gets flaky, and I spray with MAC Charged water and it's gone :)
• energizes me on those lazy morning! lol
• packaging is really nice, I like the lock feature of this by turning left
  

Cons

• you don't see immediate results <--- if you're expecting for one
• if sprayed too much, can cause stickiness
  

Overall

MAC Charged Water is one product I cannot give super good or super bad reviews. Because it is something that you can live without but something NICE to live with :) Am I confusing you ? hahaha I'd say, most hydrating sprays gets the job done energizing you because..hey! Imagine you spray water on your face??? But what I like about MAC Charged Water that cannot be dupe is their scent, the way it really can seal in the moisture because even with MMU foundation, I don't see as much flakiness as I have in the past :)

It does sets the make-up well and creates a dewy look.

Tips

• close eyes and spray a couple of inches away from your face
• I prefer to spray on this before moisturizing my face, spray a bit after to seal in the moisture
• after MMU foundation application, spray this on my kabuki brush and lightly buff it on the face
  
• or spray this directly on your face to set the make-up
• to save up, some people use Evian Brumisateur to set their make-up as it's cheaper compared to MAC or Bench Pure Mist (check my post about this here)
  

Will I repurchase?

Depends, after I finish this up, I will use my MAC Fix+ and see which one I prefer

Where did I purchase and how much?

I bought this at MAC HK for less than Php1,000 (approx $20.00). This is also available at Local MAC Stores here in the Philippines.



Are you into "expensive waters"? lol
if not, I have a couple of cheaper alternatives to test on!
(there's Watson's, Bench Pure Mist, Evian...)
But I have only one face so give me some time,
I will definite revisit this product as soon as I finish this up!
Have a nice day ahead!
Energize people you meet by smiling at them!

Happy Birthday to Pam

Another birthday celebration!
My dear colleague Pam's birthday!
We surprised her with Disney Princess' theme party!!!
We made her the princess of a day!
Did a very light, natural make-up on her!
I saw the sparkle of her eyes! I think she enjoyed it :D
Happy Happy Birthday again Princess Pam!!!

We treated her like a real princess
By doing her make-up
and hair by Phia :D

Products Used ---


Foundation - EDM Fawn
Finishing Powder - Ellana
L'oreal Hip Duo e/s in Foxy
Maybelline Black Eyeliner
Natural Falsies
Nars Orgasm
NYX Jupiter

LOL Complete with Crown and Wand!



And there I am!
Holding a brush! LOL

Happy Birthday again Pam!!!!
Keep smiling and stay pretty!