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Askmewhats Reviews: Clinique Repairwear

Happy Thursday! Today is a skin talk day! I will talk about the Clinique Repairwear line that I've tried a couple of months ago! I just had the chance to type in the review as it does take me a longer time to write a review on skincare products! A lot of organization of thoughts are needed! :D And recently, I don't seem to have that!

I've used this right after I finished up my Clinique's 3-step program. I actually was left with a Clinique Clarifying Lotion so it's a perfect timing to try the Repairwear Contour Firming formula and Repairwear Intensive Eye cream!

Note: I used both of these products together with a Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2.

**photo from Clinique site

Repairwear Contour says ---

This patented formula boosts skin ability to increase skin density. Skin looks more sculpted & defined along jaw line & cheek bone. Helps skin fight against external aggressors. Leaves ski brighter, firmer & younger-looking. Allergy tested and 100% fragrance free.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• moisturized my skin instantly
• I find it easier to put on makeup in the morning as skin is still supple and moisturized
  
• has added benefit of collagen!
• has a nice brightening effect on my face right after usage
• skin does feel firmer after a month of usage!
• no allergies or irritations
• no breakouts
  

Cons

• jar packaging can be further improved
  

Overall

I love this product! I can easily choose this over my Clinique's DDML! DDML has been my favorite moisturizer for years! But I like it if a new product can give the "moisturizing" factor plus the added benefits!

What I love about this is that it has the capacity to "lift" and "sculpt" my face after continuous use! Do not expect any magic though but I like it that the product does not feel greasy and it works so well to moisturize the skin plus the added Collagen!

Tips

• use a spatula to grab the product, do not use your fingers!
  
• apply on clean hands and rub the product between hands to warm the cream
• gently apply all over the face starting from the cheek area
• apply the neck area as well
• always apply using upward motion
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes, I plan to use this as I'm done with my Clinique's DDML!

Where to purchase and how much?

At Rustan's Clinique Counter for Php3,100 (approx $63.00) for 30ml
Php3,950 (approx $81.00) for 50ml

Here's a close up shot on the product

Here's how I apply my
Clinique Repairwear Contour



Step 1: Grab product with a spatula on clean dry hands
Step 2: making sure your face is clean
Step 3: apply gently all over the face starting at the driest area
Step 4: Voila! Moisturized skin and wake up with a firmer texture!

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**photo from Clinique site

Repairwear Intensive Eye Cream says ---

• An anti aging eye cream that moisturizes while it helps repair skin's appearance.
• Light activated spheres boosts natural lipid production or barrier repair.
• Powerful antioxidants, such as Vitamin E, rosemary extract and a special blend of teas, protect against environment damage.
• Opthalmologist tested.
  

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• a little seriously goes a long way
• this absorbs to my eye area so well!
• my eyes do not puff in the morning
  
• texture is very light and not heavy
• no allergies or irritations
  

Cons

• jar packaging can be further improved
• pricey for an eye cream that you won't finish up as you use only a little
  
• does not remove bags, dark circles or fine lines immediately <-- do not expect this on all eye creams!
  

Overall

The Clinique Repairwear Intensive Eye cream has a "cream-gel" texture as opposed to the gel texture I love from Clinique's All About Eyes. But for it's creamy texture, I love this that this isn't heavy at all! It absorbs quickly (seriously! Less than 1 minute!) and it also gives out a "brightening" effect like that of the Contour Firming Face Cream!

I wouldn't say that after a month of usage that my lines around the areas disappeared, again, do not expect earth shattering changes as I believe most eye creams do take effect after longer period of time!


Tips

• use spatula to grab the product, do not dip your fingers!
  
• use morning and night, depending on your eye preference. I prefer using this night time only.
• use your ring finger to apply for lesser pressure
• apply in gentle patting motion, do not rub!
• be careful not to get this product into your eyes
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes! Although Clinique's All About Eyes is my ultimate favorite! I am liking this because of the added benefit again!

Where to purchase and how much?

At Rustan's Clinique Counter for Php2,300 (approx $47.00) for 15ml

Here's how I apply my
Clinique Repairwear Intensive Eye Cream



Step 1: Grab the product with a spatula and transfer to your ring finger
Step 2: Gently dot on the undereye area,
I actually include the sides and also the brow bone area
Step 3: Continue patting til the product absorbs
Step 4: Moisturized eye!

To my reader who asked about Clinique skin care products, I hope this mini review helps!
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Askmewhats Reviews: MUFE Eye Seal

Good morning!!!! Are you smiling today??? Funny thing, I know I am, this has been one of the challenging week but I found myself..smiling and enjoying every moment of the day. I guess I am FINALLY learning how to take one step at a time...life has to go on..I don't have to carry all the burden on my shoulders..I can put some inside my makeup traincase and leave it at home! Great idea! :D

Remember my post on finding the best eyeliner that stays??? If you have short term memory like I do, please refer my post here, but I know everyone has great memory...except me :( !

Today, I am not saying I found the best eyeliner pencil! I am saying, that I've found the best eye sealant that makes my pencil eyeliner, or eyeshadow-turned-to-eyeliner stays longer and best of all! Smudge-proof and waterproof!!!

Makeup Forever Eye Seal says ---

An alcohol-free liquid that sets and waterproofs all powdery makeup and pencils.

It is formulated to increase the intensity of makeup colors and pearl effects as it instantly waterproofs your makeup.

How to use

• Put a few drops in a cap or bowl.
• Fill the brush with the liquid and apply it over powdery makeup.
• Draw the line immediately and let dry.

Ingredients

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• you can have more choices of eyeliners as any eyeshadow shades can turn into eyeliner with this wonderful eye seal
• creates waterproof eyeliner, lasts the whole day
• a little goes a looooonnngggg way! No matter how small the packaging is, it will last!
• simple, no fuzz bottle
• no more smudging and smearing!
• great to apply on lower lashline too!
• can be easily removed with your regular makeup remover
  

Cons

• to people who have SUPER sensitive eyes, be careful, as anything you put onto your eye could irritate it.
• NONE, that's IT! Maybe just the fact that I have to wash my eyeliner brush more often as it can turn my brush into a hard stone!
  

Overall

I seriously haven't tried any eyeliner pencils that does not smudge on me. Gel liners can do the trick but not everyone is into gel lining or liquid lining their eyes, pencils are still the best but it can smudge like crazy especially on humid weather!

After using this MUFE Eye Seal, I am starting to love my pencils again! It seriously makes my "supposedly waterproof" eyeliners into "certified waterproof" eyeliner pencils!


Tips

• use a small cap to do one drop and dip your brush to it, do not pour this directly onto your brush as you could waste a lot of product
• one small drop is enough for both eyes
• the brush hair will harden after using this Eye Seal, so make sure to clean your brushes upon each usage
  
• always check signs of irritations, after application, if you feel a tingling sensation, itchiness or pain, remove the product immediately
• want to "double waterproof" your eyeliner pencils? Dip your brush with this Eye Sealant and line through the pencil liner with the eye seal for longer wear
• do not apply on waterline as it could irritate your eyes
• solution dries pretty quickly so you have to work fast!
• want your eyebrows to last longer? Dip your brush with this eye sealant and "seal in" the brow color
• never pour this liquid directly to the eyeshadow on the pan! it will ruin your eyeshadow as it can harden it!
• as usual, put on the date on your first usage to monitor expiration (I am very particular with any face or eye products on expiration dates!)

Will I repurchase?

Yes! Yes! Yes!

Where to purchase and how much?

At MUFE stores for Php1,250 (approx $26.00)

Size as compared to my small hand



Still unsure of it's size? Compared to a q-tip
(q-tip comes in 1 size only, so I hope this is a nice comparison lol)
How creative can I get? :P



A close up on the bottle
Looks like the head of Visine
Just a bit larger



Top view on the hole

I will show you some photos on some eyeshadows I've used as eyeliners swatched on hand to see how pretty it gets. I'll do a revisit in the future for the waterproof, smear-proof, smudge-proof power of this Eye Seal! It has to be further tested...you know my keen, watchful eyes...nothing can be missed! :D

Here are some random products I've tried to test the MUFE Eye Seal. I've used 2 kinds of eyeliner brush from Charm and some random eyeshadow both loose and pressed.

No base
Used a small drop of MUFE Eye seal on each color
swiped 2x

1. from Arezia palette light brown e/s
2. MAC pigment in Vintage Gold
3. Coastal Scents Blue Diamonds Shadow
4. Laura Mercier Blue Sky Quad using darkest color
5. Arezia e/s in green
   
6. Arezia e/s purple
7. Arezia e/s red

(note: nos 3 and 4 looks like the e/s smudges, but it actually didn't, its my fault!
It was the way I applied the liner I wasn't careful!)

I actually tried to smudge them with my fingers, it didn't budge!
I washed my face and hands, it stayed put!
It was easily removed with my Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil :)

Now, it's time for me to be creative and bring out the different colored e/s to create colored eyeliners! Whoopyyyyy!!!

Do check out other beauty sites' reviews!
My Makeup Reviews
My Women Stuff

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Dollface Sale

Dear Philippine Readers:

Dollface does it again! An exclusive sale for minimum purchase of Php850.00!

Happy 1st year anniversary!!!

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Askmewhats Version: "Jessie Glova" look

Happy Tuesday people! :) I will take a rest from Work look but this is still a workable work look for everyone! I have tried the Jessie Glova 28pcs Neutral palette which is like the Coastal Scents 28pcs palette (thanks to Kim for the wonderful and quick shipping). I remembered one of my dear reader wanted me to do a neutral look that's focused more on mattes! This is the best palette to do a matte look and any other looks!

AMW Diagram

Step 1:

Prior to e/s application, I prime the eye with Fashion 21 Stick Eyeshadow Liner in Pearl. Blend using my fingers.

Using a flat shader brush, apply a matte cream e/s on the brow bone area going to the inner corner of the eye.

Step 2:

Using a crease brush (MAC's 226), apply a shimmery maroon e/s all over the outer corner of the eye. Blending it inwards.

Step 3:

Using the same brush, patte on matte black e/s on the outer v to deepen the look of the crease area.

Step 4:

Using my MAC's 217 brush or any blending brush, pat on shimmery brownish gold e/s on the center of the eye lid creating an illusion of a "bright eyed" look.

Step 5:

Line your upper lashline and lower lash line with Maybelline Eyestudio Vivid & Smooth Liner in Dark Purple blending it with my Smashbox's Pencil brush.

Do not forget to curl your lashes and apply 2 coats of mascara
using Maybelline's Volum' Express Cat Eyes in Feline Black



Final look :)

For the face:

Joppa Full Coverage Foundation
in Medium Light #2
buffed with Ecotools Kabuki Brush



For the cheeks:

Arezia Pinkish Blush
using Thevi Dome Blush 15



For the Lips:

NYX Round Lipstick in Jupiter
Shawill Gloss



Semi braid your hair, like a crown
and smile away!

I know I've been doing a lot of light and fresh looking makeup for the past few weeks! I'll be doing some request from readers for dark looks! Keep reading and I'll slowly do "most" of your requests! Thanks for being patient!

If you wonder how the Jessie Glova palette works, do watch out for my review on that palette as I'm still working my way creating different looks before I can do a final review! Again, thanks for being patient...I know..repetition....sign of old age! LOL

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