Nail Art Tutorial: "Two Toned Flower" Nails

Looking back, I have over 40 nail art creations! I am seriously...seriously addicted! lol Browsing at my creations, I have to say, flowers are my favorite! If I can only do flowers on nails each and everytime, I won't have problems with it! But flowers...will always be flowers...are there even other ways to make it more exciting?

If there's a want..there's always a way....if there's a way..there's always a result....good and bad results? They're all worth the try!

So I've decided to create a two-toned or two-colored flowers, so far...I am liking the result :) I seriously hope you like it too! Enjoy!

Step 1:

Apply a base coat prior to nail polish application. Apply 2 coats of Nail Fantasy color no. 66 which is peach shade with specks of gold.

Step 2:

Apply a clear polish or a top coat, any polish that is not thick in consistency, I am using Sally Hansen's Clear Polish.

Step 3:

Making sure to apply the clear polish one finger nail at a time. While the clear polish is still wet, drop 5 dots of Prettynails' white nail art pen, do not worry if the dots spread out a bit. It should be that way so the flowers will turn out as part of your nail polish. Continue dotting below the petals.

Step 4:

Making sure to work fast, while the white dots/petals are still wet, drop another colored nail art pen on top of the white dot. I chose Prettynails' Nail Art Pen in purple. Using the tip of the art pen or a needle to spread the colors together and connect it going inwards.

Step 5:

You can choose to drop a different shade for flower bud. I opted for a clear rhinestones. Press it in and the rhinestones will stay with you for weeks :)

Step 6:

To protect your hard work, apply a coat of your favorite Top Coat.

Enjoy your flower nail art with a twist of 2 tones!
You can create same flowers with different color combinations!

Life could get hectic, but if you choose to have your own "me" time, you'll always have the extra time for yourself if you want it. How do I spend "me" time? Creating nail art while my hair is wrapped with hair treatment! That's total relaxation for me!

Have you planned out a "you" time?
Let me know how you'll spend it!
You deserve it!
Happy Friday!!!

Keep smilin'
Stay Happy!
Be relaxed!

Lioele Beyond the Solution BB Cream Review

I know I've taken a big HALT on my BB Cream purchases and I've already found a BB cream that works for my skin! So what this BB cream review doing?

Actually, the heavens open up, and a BB Cream dropped on top of my head! lol So who am I to say no right? For the love of my readers who are intrigued with reviews especially on BB creams, I'm on for the challenge, I can be a Guinea Pig or plain Pig! hahaha

Seriously, the Lioele Beyond the Solution BB cream is from a dear friend Zyra! *waves* "Hi Down South!" She sent this together with some local delicacies!

After more than a month of usage, finally! I'm ready for a review!!! I've been putting this review off for quite some time because I haven't been seriously using this when I first received this! So anyways, enough with my chitchat and let me go straight to the reviews :)

LIOELE BEYOND THE SOLUTION BB CREAM

Lioele says ---

This makes a clean and natural skin tone by being absorbed into your skin with a soft feel of use. This enables speedy makeup because of not needing to apply makeup base or foundation.
Key Points

• All in one: Moisturizer + makeup base + foundation + soothing essence
• This cream is formulated to blend in a natural skin colour onto your skin.
• Non-oily and helps make-up to stay on whole day
• Helps to head facial and acne scars while concealing the flaws

Ingredients

bisaborol, licorice root acid derivatives, allantoin, etc. soothe your skin and ingredients such as jojoba oil, macadamianut oil, hyaluronic acid derivatives, vegetable collagen, etc. keep your skin wet and smooth.

Size: 50ml

Askmewhats Version: "Fresh Look" Asian Makeup

Don't get me wrong on the title, I am Asian! So what's the point of calling this makeup a Fresh Faced "Asian" Makeup? Well, browsing through magazines from HongKong, Taiwan, Korea, Japan...or just by looking at photos of actresses from these countries, its undeniably clear that "wide eyed" "fresh faces" and "inner glow" are always visible. So I've thought of recreating the look with my own twist :) Enjoy!

AMW Diagram

Step 1:

Apply a "glowy" base, I pat on a thin layer of Elianto Aqua Shadow in Pink. Thanks Dustbunny :D

Using a big fluffy brush, apply gently swipe Stage e/s in Macchiato on the outer crease creating a fake "depth"

Step 2:

Using an eyeshadow brush, pat on NYX Burgundy Pearl on the center of the eye area, adding more til your desired shade.

Step 3:

With the lightest pink shade of Eyeko Pretty Eyes on the inner corner of the eye, using the white shimmer eyeshadow to highlight the browbone.

Step 4:

Using CS True Black gel liner, apply a thin line on the upper lashline using Ecotools eyeliner brush. Tightline using Makeup Forever's Aqua Eyes in 1L, do not forget to do the waterline as well.

Curl the lashes with Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler
Apply 2 coats of Maybelline's Volum' Express Cat Eyes



Open up your eyes and go for natural sweetness :)



For the Face:
Liole Beyond Solution BB Cream
(this bb cream creates glow, will review this soon)
INUOVI LiteBase Liquid Foundation in 3Y
set with MAC's Mineralized Skinfinish in Light



For the Cheeks:
Highlight the cheekbones with
Eyeko's Pretty Eyes using the light shades



ELF Natural Radiance Blusher in dark pink



For the lips:
Liposan Strawberry (from a swap with Cris)
NYX Round Lipstick in Jupiter



Pull out the crazy doll hair!
The look screams crazy girl!

What's your Asian Makeup version?
Do share and I'm sure you'll do better!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

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**photo from Levi's website

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All these and the pride of being original.

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Askmewhats Reviews: Remington Protect & Shine Pro Soft Curl Tong

I've always been lemming for a curling iron! I've never gotten the chance to purchase one as I've always been wanting to purchase the best quality plus the best price! I've done my research and I've seen Hot Tools brand being the best for both price and quality, but since we don't have it locally, all I can do is cry...then do something! *laughs*

I have a wonderful Babyliss YouCurl Iron from my dearest friend Gracie, but I find it using for oneself easier than using it for others! So I've decided to purchase a "tong" curler to make my life easier on gigs!

Remington Protect & Shine
Pro Soft Curls Tong
Model no: Ci151

(photo of the box)

(photo of the product)

Remington Pro Soft Curls Tong says ---

Ceramic-tourmaline and with Teflon coating - high even heat, no hot spots, easy glide, no product build up.

Instant variable high heat, ready in 60seconds, 120-180 degrees celcius.

On-off switch - plug in the unit, press and hold the on-off switch for two seconds to switch on. Press again for two seconds to switch off.

Automatic safety shut off - this unit will automatically switc itself off if no button is pressed or left on after 60minutes.

Heat protection stand.

Heat protection pouch.

Multi-voltage - for use at home or abroad.

1.8m swivel cord

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• has automatic shut off feature
• gives out a "soft" curl look
• heats up easily
• affordable for its price and quality
• has both ceramic and tourmaline!
• because of Teflon coating, no product build up! YAY!

• bought locally so I can use the 1 year warranty
• heat protection pouch is wonderful! Easy to take along

Cons

• curls may not last as long as those regular metal curling irons, so be sure to apply the right kind of products like curl boosters and hair sprays
• available in 2 sizes only (3/4" and 1 1/2" barrel sizes)

Overall

I feel so happy purchasing this iron! I've used this for myself many times and I like the natural curls it gives me. I've also used this for clients and they love the curls too! It's a huge added factor that the price isn't too much and the quality is great, it performs well!

Tips

• you can purchase a protection glove if you're scared to accidentally touch the tong
• try to put back the curling iron on the pouch after use to protect it
• always be careful when touching the "tip", do not be in a hurry as there's always accidents
• always remember to unplug right after every usage
• use with curl booster to maximize the curls

Will I repurchase?

I hope not! I hope it'll last me a lifetime!

Where to purchase and how much?

At Rustan's for Php2, 150 (approx $44.00)

Now let's take a closer look on my
1.5 inches curling iron for the moment :)

A lovely black sleek pouch,
easy to put into my "set bag"



You can click all photos to enlarge

A closer look on the "safety" tip, the area you can touch while you curl!
Made in China but made of great quality in all angles!



A close up on the clamp, the tong,
the switch and the "on/off" button



The plug, I purchased an OMNI universal adapter
purchased locally at ACE hardware



A sample of Remington Protect & Shine
Pro Soft Curl tong in 1.5 inches
in action



Final hair look
Client: Khel
Hair and makeup by: Nikki

Products used: VO5 Curl Booster
Nick Chavez Volumizing Extra Hold Hair Spray

*whew* now that's a handful of photos :)
I hope my reviews will help you gals out there who plan to purchase their own curling tongs for both personal and professional use!
Are you into curling your own hair?
I know I am!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!