Askmewhats Reviews: The Face Shop Top Coat

Everyone read my post as I was raving about Sally Hansen Base and Top Coat. (Smile and click review here) I did say I don't mind paying a couple of pesos more as this works as a base and top coat, multi-function product! But of course, I'm sure there are still readers out there who felt queasy to shell out that much, that's why I searched for an alternative. And you know what? I've found an alternative and it works even BETTER. The only thing is, I haven't tried this as base. I find this better as a top coat as compared to my Sally Hansen.

And what product got my raves?
no other than...

The Face Shop Top Coat!

(The reason why my nail art tutorials are not that frequent as before
because my polish stays longer! hahaha)

TFS Top Coat says ---

When you apply it to your nail color it penetrates all the way down to the nail bed to create a bond so strong that you can truly forget about your nail color chipping or peeling.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• nail polish is definitely glossy and shinier. I would say the best top coat I've tried up to date.
• nail polish stays without chip for more than a week!!! Because my work entails me to type all day, I type hard with the speed of 80wpm, lol my pinky on both hands chip first right after 3-4 days, with this top coat, it stays more than a week til it starts to chip a bit!
• inexpensive
  

Cons

• not all countries have The Face Shop products available
• NADA!
  

Overall

I can't believe the shine it gives, I've literally used Sally Hansen on one hand and TFS Top Coat on the other, TFS wins hands down for gloss and shine. I also can't believe that it really prevents chipping or peeling. I'm glad "hard work" in nail art can stay longer than a week.

What I like more about Sally Hansen though, are their brushes! Nothing compares the lovely NYLON nail polish brush from Sally Hansen. But TFS polish brushes are work-able.

This is my HG top coat --------- FOR NOW! lol I'm open for challengers! hahaha

Tips

• I personally haven't tried TFS Base Coat, but if it works, it's still cheaper to buy 2 separate Base and Top Coat as compared to Sally Hansen's.
• Always make sure to let the colored polish or nail art (if you're doing one) to dry first before you further apply top coat, so your polish won't blend with the top coat making the polish not too shiny.
• Apply the tips of your nails too, it will further protect your nails! Promise!
• Always make sure to twist the polish well so it won't dry up fast
• Never apply polish in front of an electric fan or air-conditioner
  

Will I repurchase?

YES!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At any The Face Shop stores for Php99.00 (Approx $2.00)

Now Now,
I am expecting most of you will let me know their HG Top Coat!
Keep the ball rolling!
What's your favorite top coat?
Or you don't use one at all? lol
Stay happy!

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Askmewhats Seminar for a Cause Report

Note from Author: Heavy photos. Get your fingers ready to keep on scrollin' :D
Photos watermarked are photographed by my Hubby, photos without watermark are taken from Rhea's hubby Nap. Thanks for the shots, Nap!

At long last! I was able to resize the shots! And here I am telling you what happened to the Askmewhats Seminar for a Cause last January 31st.

I want to give a shoutout of thanks to all my lovely friends who help post about the seminar on their respective blogs and multiply account!

I would also like to thank the So Loverly girls for paying a slot even though they won't be able to attend due to location issue, thanks for the help!!! Kahani and Syen, Love ya girls! And also an Angel out there, you know who you are -- thanks!!!!

And here's a shot of US in the middle of the seminar
It proves we're always ready to take a pose ANYTIME! lol

We started the seminar with getting to know each other. Girls who share the same passion gets to be comfortable with each other in an instant! And I meant "snap your finger" kind of instant :D

We started the seminar with talks about skincare, because that's a very important step to create a good canvass to start make-up application.

Afterwards, we talk about Foundation. Choosing the right shades and we also did foundation application to some of the girls half of their faces.

Please click to enlarge, foundation applied at the left side
(when looking at the photo)

Model: Crystal

We did concealer application as well on areas we want to conceal
Used MUFE palette as requested by the attendee

Applied on the left side of the face
(facing photo)
Model: Gale



We also talked about techniques
on cutting and drawing beautiful brows

Model: Shen



Contouring and Highlighting of course won't be forgotten

And the girls had fun on their own :)
Love it that they're so interactive
Sharing product reviews,
testing on the products they brought

Eye make up!
Everyone's excited to do eye make up
as we all have our own eye looks we want to achieve!

One request on eye makeup application ---
"How to make the eye appear bigger"

And how to enhance naturally beautiful eyes

Full Face Make-up application

Model: Nina
(still young at 19)

We also have discussion on products
Tips to share on how to achieve better looking make-up
We also share the wonderful finds we have :)
A lot of product testing!



(see the make-up they brought along?)

And here are the lovely shots of the attendees
all so pretty both in and out!

Gale of My Wonderful World of Colors



Rhea



Nina



Crystal of Musicalfan Loves Minerals



Shen of Shen's Addiction



Group shot after they receive their
Certificates of Appreciation :)

I also want to give a shoutout of thanks to my bestie Hennie, who owns Cosmetique Asia, maker of Silka products. She gave out samples of Silka Papaya soap and lotion and magazines for the ladies!

Another shot this time with Nap (hubby of Rhea)
Who was kind enough to take shots for this event too



I had a great time girls!
Thank you!




And last but not the least,
A special person who supports me all these years.
Keith was there for the event,
he actually took a leave from an important training to be with me on this event,
he knew how important this is for me and he wants the attendees to be well taken care of.
Thank you so much Keith!!! Love you sweetie!

*whew*
I can't believe I can finish this post! Thanks for reading and for taking part of the special event with me --- Even by reading :) I know you gals out there who are far away but wishes me well!
Thanks for all the support, the love I receive. I can't thank everyone enough!

I told the attendees that I did this event not because I see myself as a "professional" or "a great" make-up artist. I did this event because I love my friends and I would always be ready to extend a helping hand for them. But of course, helping is great if you do it with an open heart. This event opened up my eyes as well, I learned a lot from the girls too!

*sniff*

Now I'm getting mushy :D

But thanks again! Love ya all!!!
Stay Happy!

Askmewhats Version: "Plum Colored Calla Lily" Look

Hello ladies!!!

Ugh!!! No internet at home, a phone cable guy went to the house supposedly to "fix" the phone lines but ended up messing up my internet connection :( :( :(

Anyways, here's a darker look I've done for those into pinks and purples! <--- ME! :D

Here's the final look

Askmewhats Diagram Time!

Step 1:

Prep my lid with UDPP, top with NYX Jumbo Pencil in Yoghurt. Apply Ulta's Calla Lily (Thanks Toma) using patting motion on the inner 2/3 of the lid going a bit above the crease.

Step 2:

Using crease brush/blending brush, apply Ulta's Plum Noir on the outer V to deepen crease. BLEND well.

Step 3:

Highlight the browbone and inner corner of the eye with my favorite highlighter, Bourjois Beige Rose.

Step 4:

Tightline the upper lashline with Paul & Joe eyeliner in Black and also the waterline. Curl your lashes and apply CG Blast Lash Mascara in Black.

Final look :D

That's why I love highlighting the inner corner of my eye
It has a brightening effect ON ME :D



Other products used for the rest of my face



MAC Studio Fix Foundation in NC30 mixed with CG TruBlend in Ivory
using my MAC 187 brush



Apply Thevi Matte pink e/s as blush with my SHU Uemura face brush



NYX Round Lipstick in Tea Rose
Topped with Shawill Lip gloss

And what's a look without seeing ....
ME? lol

A had a very challenging start of the week!
But that's life, I rest, I get challenged!
That's life!
Let's all keep that smile and
Stay Happy!

Weekend Food Tripping at: Luk Foo + Reviews to come

Hi everyone,

I had a busy weekend, and my whole Sunday consists of me...EATING, EATING and EATING lol This food post was last weekend's food trip. I didn't have the chance to post the current one as I'm stuffing my face with food and I can't think straight LOL

Over the weekend, everyone knew about the seminar I've held and so far, it went great, I'm lucky to have met wonderful girls in person.

I also bought my full size Ellana Intensive Foundation in French Vanilla. After trying a sample size from Shen, I love it so much! I have to purchase a full size :D See my review here

Shen was nice enough to give me a sample of Make It Last Make Up Primer! This is new!!! I have to test this ASAP :D

She also knew I'd love to give throwdown between UDPP and TFSI! Now I have my own Too Faced Shadow Insurance!!! :) I'll be using it religiously! I love my UDPP but I've been curious about TFSI because it was said to be better for people with dry lids <--- points to myself!!! I kinda know who wins now, but I have to do more tests before I do the showdown. So please wait for that as well :D

After the seminar, one of the participant, Gale handed me a gift. I felt so touched as she shouldn't have to. But the note she written warms my heart. Gale, thank you so much!!!! Here's the goodies she gave me :D

L-R By Nature "No Bites Bar", Ellana Lip Color in Romance and Ellana Hair Gloss

Can't wait to try them!!! Thanks so much!!!

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Let me go to the Weekend Food Tripping :D

When I have the chance to shop for groceries at PureGold, I'll definitely have dinner at Luk Foo Restaurant nearby. It's a wonderful Cantonese cuisine and the price is just right :)

If you haven't had the chance to try their dishes, what are you waiting for??? YOU HAVE TO! :D

My favorite Tofu Dish with Minced Pork :)

Roast Pork Rice Topping :)

And my favorite Mango Sago Desert :)

Luk Foo has opened up a lot of branches
and if you live near Paranaque or the airport area,
check out Luk Foo HOTPOT.
I love their Hot Pot!

I can't count the number of times I've dine in this restaurant.
My whole family loves to eat here! :)
I'll probably dine in here again one of these days
Thanks again for the wonderful readers who asked about the seminar and for the well wishes!
I'll post about it soon!!!
I really had fun!!!!
Have a wonderful week ahead everyone!
Stay Happy!!!