Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Askmewhats Reviews: Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals Liquid Foundation

I've always had my arms open for Mineral Makeup. But having them in powder form can really be a pain in the "arse" at times! It is embarrassing to have someone clean the air conditioner asks: "Anyone using powder products daily????" I tried to deny it...but either I tell them the truth or they'll think my husband is gay! I go for the Truth..no choice..no choice... hahaha

Imagine the excitement when I learned there's liquid mineral makeup available in the market! And best of all? It's within reach!




Maybelline Clear Smooth Liquid Foundation says ---


Clear Smooth Minerals Liquid Foundation is breathable yet full coverage that gives a healthy luminosity.
Clinically proven: No oil. No fragrance SPF 18/PA+++
Directions: Apply prior to sun exposure. Dot on forehead, cheeks, chin and neck. Smooth with downward strokes until well blended
Net: 18ml
Made in China
Shades available:
C02 Rose White, N02 Shell Beige, W02 Natural Buff, W03 Apricot Sand

Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • very lightweight
  • no breakouts
  • inexpensive
  • coverage is build-able
  • has SPF!
  • the mineral liquid foundation dries up to powder finish
  • doesn't dry my dry skin
  • evens out my skin tone
  • no weird scent
  • its mineral makeup and it's NON-MESSY!
Cons
  • people who are looking for HEAVY coverage will find this quite sheer
  • needs to retouch for oilier individuals
  • too much wrinkles on skin? this sets in fine lines (so be careful in application, use a primer prior to application)
Overall

This has a consistency of a tinted moisturizer, I find that using this sparingly gives out a nice glow minus the coverage. If I want more coverage, I can easily pile on the product without it going thick and cakey on me. Piling on the liquid mineral foundation gives out a soft dewy finish. I can easily cover up more flaws by setting it with a setting powder or a powder foundation.

This is a great product to take along for my traincase because it works so natural for people who requested for natural look. Would you believe this would be great for kids' makeup and also men's? I'm talking about special occasions like weddings. If they opted for natural look, this is a great product!

Tips
  • if you own this and have some breakouts: please do not skip the step of concealing
  • if you don't need too much coverage: using this alone works.
  • if you want medium coverage: lightly dust your face with a setting powder
  • if you want heavier coverage: after applying your liquid mineral foundation, pat on your face gently with your choice of Powder Foundation. I've tried it and it gave me a really nice even coverage.
  • if your skin oils up after a couple of hours: use a face primer prior to foundation application
  • practice applying this using different tools, sponge to brushes to fingers and see which one worked the best for you. Personally, using a wet sponge works for me.
Will I repurchase?

Yes! In other shades as they are so affordable

Where to purchase and how much?

Maybelline counters nationwide for Php299.00 (approx $6.25)

Now wouldn't you want to be up close and personal with this product?
Shade in Natural Buff
(Thanks to Jim Ros from Maybelline,
he told me the perfect shade for me is Shell Beige!)




Squeezy tube



Ingredients list



Consistency, shade
pea size amount on hand



Here's a before and after shot

Used 2 pea sized amount on one cheek

See how it even out my skin and undereye area?
but it does not COVER everything




Hope my review helps out girls out there who are on a budget for a good quality foundation! Share to me your experience with this product if you own this! I'll be glad to share tips and tricks with everyone!

Keep smilin'
Stay Happy!


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Monday, August 3, 2009

Pond's Big Beauty Sale



Dear Philippine Readers:

Here's something for you, from the global pioneer in skin lightening.

Enjoy as much as 70% off of Pond's Age Miracle Microdermabrasion Kit, Pond's Flawless White Vitamin Soak Lightening Mask, Anti-spot intensive whitening serum, and light-infusing Under Eye Cream.

Get 50% off with Pond's Age Miracle Dual Eye Therapy UV, Overnight Repair Dream, Daily Resurfacing Cream, Concentrated Resurfacing Serum, Daily Resurfacing Cream SPF15 PA++, Cream Pump and Day C ream Pump, and Pond's Flawless White Visible Lightening Day cream, Re-brightening Night Treatment.

Treat yourself with 20% off of Pond's White Beauty Pinkish White Glow Lightening Cream and Pinkish White Glow Lightening Facial Foam and Pond's Clear Solutions Anti-Bacterial Facial Scrub, Breakout Control Lotion and Oil Control Cleansing Foam.

Discover the beauty within with Pond's. Grab onto your seats as the Pond's Beauty Sale runs for limited period only, starting August 15 until September 15. Text 7days (city) to 2948 (i.e. Text7days (Manila) to 2948) or log on to www.ponds.com.ph for a list of participating stores nationwide!

Work Look 2: Sexy Smog Look

Dear Manic Monday!

I will be creating another Work Look for you to make my day pass by quickly! :) Here's my easy and simple look! Please make this day an easy day for all of us ok?


AMW Diagram


Step 1:

Prior to e/s application, I applied MAC PaintPot in Soft Ochre all over lids. Pat on ELF e/s in white all over lids including inner corner of eyes and browbone.



Step 4:

Gently pat on MAC Bright Sunshine e/s on the center of the eyeball area.
Step 5 & 6:

Apply Makeup Masala Gel liner in Inky Black on the upper Lashline.
Tightline with Urban Decay's 24/7 in ZERO, apply it on the lower lashline and waterline. Apply Urban Decay's 24/7 YEYO on the inner lower lashline.

Final look


Do not forget to curl your lashes
with Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler,

apply 2 coats of Lancome Oscillation mascara

Filled my brows with
P&J Eyebrow Pencil no. 4


Eyes close :D

What's on the rest of my face?
Foundation: Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals in Buff Beige
Setting Powder
: MAC Mineralized Skinfinish in Light


Blush:
Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals in Gentle Pink

Highlight: Eyeko Pretty Eye 5-in-1 e/s

Lips: Kiehl's Lip Blam #1
NYX Jupiter

Nivea Caregloss & Shine

Now I'm ready to smile and hit the road!
Start of the week tip: Do at least 1 good deed a day!
It helps feed your soul! :D




Have a safe week ahead!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!


Sunday, August 2, 2009

Weekend Food Tripping at: The French Baker

I seldom eat alone! But once, I had to eat alone because... I just feel like eating alone and it was the time I was just a bit on a "thinking mode", thinking about how lucky I am that mom survived all the trials. YES, dramatic actress moment, so I've decided to go for a "feel good food"..... CHICKEN! Everyone who knows me well would know I'm allergic to chicken, but... "What the heck?" I'll feel good now and itch later! lol

The French Baker has been around for quite some time and their food never fails me. I was at SM Mall of Asia for a "me" time lunch and I ordered...

Chicken A La King
Php136.00 (approx $2.83)


The French Baker says: Vol-au-vent shell stuffed with chunks of chicken in creamy a la king sauce, served with buttered corn and carrots.

I say: I can't believe this plate would stuff my face FULL! It looks deceiving but the creaminess of the a la king sauce went straight down to my tummy and I felt heavy, bloated...HAPPY!



A Glass of Lemonade
Php38.00 (less than $1.00)

A great way to refresh myself!



I know this is so childish of me! But I requested for water and look how nice they presented the water??? Look at the cute glass too!!! Darn!! That's what eating alone can do...make you observant in everything you touch and see! LOL




By the time you're reading this post, I'm probably off for a make-up gig, for an Engagement Party. I know I'll be having fun and I'll be enjoying what I love to do! Prettifying people! :)

What's your feel good food for the week?
I'd love to know!
And no dieting allowed ok?


Keep smilin'
Stay Happy!


Saturday, August 1, 2009

Neutrogena Deep Clean Wave Launch




Remember the movie Back to the Future? The Hover Board? The tiny microwavable pizza that pops into a huge sized pizza? I have a feeling we are getting there!

Reveal the softest skin ever....


Neutrogena Philippines made a history when they introduced Neutrogena Deep Clean Wave at Dusit Thani Hotel. It is a revolutionary power cleanser in a compact vibrating applicator form, clinically proven to be more superior than traditional cleansing. I was told that the vibrations of the device stimulates the skin's surface while creating a massaging action that opens pores to remove more dirt, oil and make-up, leaving the skins ofter and smoother after just one use.