Askmewhats Version: "Quicky Smokey Eye" Look

My dear friend Bea of Beatrilicious wanted me to do a tutorial for a simple smokey eye look! She wanted a smokey eye look that's simple enough to be worn during the day.

So I've created a simple and easy way to do a smokey look! :)

Here's my version :D

Diagram time!!!

Step 1:
After applying MAC Cash Flow as base, using a medium sized e/s brush to apply a matte beige e/s color all over lids including brow bone.

Step 2:
Apply Ulta Galaxy e/s on the lid going above the crease. (thanks Toma for this)

Step 3:
Using any big fluff blending brush, apply CS 78pcs e/s palette in gold (Thanks Digital Angel) or any e/s in gold and blend the harsh line created by Ulta Galaxy color.

Step 4:
Tightline using Paul & Joe eyeliner in Black. Apply Stila Smudgepots in Black thinly on lashline. Apply 2 coats of Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara in black.

End result :D

And what did I use for the rest of my face? Read on...

For the face

MAC Studio Fix Liquid Foundation mixed with Cover Girl TruBlend in Ivory

For the cheeks


Coastal Scents 78pcs e/s palette
2nd blush color (hint of pink)


For the Lips

Eyeko Fat Balm on top of Kiehl's no. 1 Lip Balm

FOTD :D
Wishing everyone a great day!

I had fun doing this request!
Bei, I hope you learned something *winks*
If not, lol I'll show you in person
Take care everyoneStay Happy!

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Askmewhats Reviews: 4U2 Glitz Liquid Eye Liner

4U2 cosmetics is made in Thailand. I've seen them last year available at some malls like SM Megamall, or Watson's. I've been so intrigued with their packaging and the variation of colors available but nothing caught my eye except their lipsticks.

But a couple of days ago, I saw a new collection from them called GLITZ. It's more of a party-look collection and they got glittery eyeliners, mascaras available for the party girl!

I've been into colored liners and I can't help but test out all the eyeliners they have available and swatch it on my hand! :) I got home and the swatch are still in-tact, no smudging!

Top to bottom: Blue, Brown, Black, Green, Gold, Violet/Purple

Based on swatch, I came up with an amateur review on these ---

1. Blue - this is the least pigmented among all, I have to swipe it 2-3 x to get the color, and this is the first one who faded out of the 6 colors

2. Brown - the color looks like CS Truffle with glitters, pigmentation is ok but have to swipe it 2x to get the "swatch" color

3. Black - a very pretty color, pigmentation is good and I am now wondering why I didn't purchase this!

4. Green - pigmentation is good, the color looks wonderful, this color will look great on dark eyes! It'll definitely pop!

5. Gold - my favorite! If I didn't purchase 24k gel liner from the Coastal Scents, I will definitely purchase this in a heartbeat, the most pigmented of all, looks fabulous!!!!

6. Purple/Violet - this looks like "black" on a first swipe. It's more of a deep plum color.

And I purchased Brown because I seldom use glittery liners, I am more of a matte liner user and I want to see if I'll change my mind before I purchase the rest of the colors.

4U2 Glitz Liquid Eyeliner says ---

Ingredients: Aqua, Acrylate Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, anthan Gum, methylparaben, Propylparaben, Tocopheryl Acetage

Manufactured by : Colorcos Co., Ltd. Thailand under license from Bel*Air USA Cosmetics.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• color is very pretty and looks natural
• stays and doesn't smudge on me
• easy to remove
• does not hurt the eye, no burning sensation
• brush is perfect, very sharp so easy to create a thin line
• the shimmer isn't outrageous, it doesn't fall off to your eye.
• tears test: I cried when I went to the temple and holy guacamole with the SMOKE! I was in tears and I was so scared I'll look like a Brown Panda, well the liner lightened, but it didn't smudge.
  

Cons

• for super oily lids, though this is waterproof, this may still smudge on them
  
• website is not updated, you can't see much information about their products online
• if you're in tears: the liner will be washed out and GONE
  

Overall

If you are new with liquid liner, this is a perfect way to try this as the brush tip is short and the handle is short too, which makes application in front of a mirror a breeze. I think some would say this is such a small product, I actually like it this way as I can finish up this product and use it all without wastage. The packaging is really nice and compact, easy to take along anywhere and it looks fab to be part of your make up kit! :)

Tips

• apply gently using short strokes to create a precise line.
  
• if you accidentally poke your eye with this (I hope not), rinse your eye gently with warm water.
• if you're using a liquid liner for the first time, you can apply a line using a pencil and top it with a glitter liner, works really well.
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At selected SM department stores or Watsons. Php234.00 (approx $5.00)

Size as compared to Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara

A close up look on the brush

Swatch on both Natural and with Flash
Applied thin and thick

If you're wondering why you haven't heard any complaints from me on "Monday blues", well... I don't have it!!! Not because I'm mature and all LOL It's because I work for a company that follows Chinese Holidays, I don't have work for a week! So it's perfect timing for me to prepare my class for the upcoming Make-up Seminar! So to those attendees, can't wait to see you all!

Wish me luck!
Stay Happy!

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Happy Year of the Ox!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Weekend Food Tripping at: Chili's Grill & Bar Restaurant

It was my mom and dad's 44th wedding anniversary! Yup same with the 44th US President! :P It's totally NOT related but I don't know why I have to say that! LOL

Anyways, we've decided to have dinner at Chili's, we enjoyed margaritas there in the past and I can't imagine why we can't go back for another round :) I love how warm and friendly their staffs are and it was a perfect moment for my mom and dad to enjoy American Food! LOL We usually treat them at a Chinese restaurant :) But that would be for the Chinese New Years :)

Here's how cute the menu is! Love the CHILI!

Let's start with the food porn!
I haven't had the chance to take a shot on all the food and drinks :(
My bad, but I guess these photos are already enough
for all of you to hate me again for showing food photos
and making everyone hungry again :(
PEACE Sisters!

Chicken Crisper Php560.00 (approx $11.90)

I compare these Chicken Crispers to TGIF (Friday's).
I love Friday's Cajun Chicken more because of the batter,
but the chicken itself, this is the winner as the chicken is soft, tender and juicy!
Love the fries too!



Turkey Sandwhich Php395.00 (approx $8.45)

Hubby's Order, we love sandwiches!
And the Turkey sandwich tastes wonderful.
Just the right amount of cheese, mayonnaise and turkey!



Cajun Chicken Pasta Php475.00 (approx $10.00)

My order, LOVE THIS!
The chicken is grilled in a wonderful Cajun spice
and the pasta sauce is Alfredo. LOVE IT!
If only I can finish this up! But I can't, I shared!lol
and Oh, the garlic bread, I share it on the floor! lol
I dropped it! Ooooopss



Grilled Mahi Mahi Php 330.00 (approx $7.00)

Mahi Mahi is a type of fish, it was grilled perfectly
topped with mangoes. My mom loves it.
Fish is fresh and the rice and veggies complemented the dish




Herb Steak Php 450.00 (approx $9.60)

My brother and dad ordered this,
Dad loves mashed potatoes so he changed his rice to mashed potatoes.
Both cooked Medium Rare



Same order as above but with Rice

Chili's Grill & Bar Restaurant
Tomas Morato Quezon City

Happy Lunar New Year everyone!
Whether you celebrate it or not!
I wish everyone Good health, good fortune and lots of love!!!
Stay happy and have a great year of the OX!!!

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Happy 1 Year Blogging Anniversary to Me and Winner!

Dear Askmewhats Readers:


Today marks my first year blogging anniversary. Thanks everyone for the well wishes and I can't believe I can survive a year of blogging too! :)

Thanks to all your support and I'll go straight to the point...the winner for my "Askmewhats Inspired Crystal" Bracelet :)

I do wish I have the funds to give each one of you, but that's impossible, so I depended on random.org to help me decide a winner :)

Just to be fair, I've written down all the people who joined and commented on the contest and number them, I did not include those who said they won't be joining the contest but would only like to greet me (thank you) then I go to random.org and get a random number and that's how I got the winner.

Thanks everyone for joining and please keep reading as I'll try to do more contests in the future! :D

The winner for this....






is.....


CHERISH_JD!!!

Congratulations!!!

I will be emailing you for your mailing address.
Again, to the rest who didn't win, don't worry,
I'll try to come up with more contests in the future!
Thanks and stay happy!