Paul & Joe's Autumn 2009 Collection

**photo from P&J

Dear Philippine Readers:

Our dear friends from Paul & Joe are inviting all of us for the Paul & Joe's Autumn 09 Collection. There will be mini makeovers c/o their in-house artists, raffle prizes, gifts for everyone and food as well! Items that will be launched are on photo below.

**photo from P&J

When: Oct 7, 2009 (4:00-6:00pm)
Where: 1st Level, Beauty Source Workshop Area, Rustan's Makati

Are you coming?
I may, if I did and you see me
say HI :)

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Askmewhats Reviews: Maybelline Volum' Express Cat Eyes

Happy "rawwrrr" Tuesday! Women are fierce, and I'm glad one company came out with a fierce-looking mascara to represent the modern women! Maybelline Volum' Express Cat Eyes Mascara! Came with a lovely zebra print and... *gasp* in PINK!!! *even more gasp* Hot Shiny Pink!

Maybelline Volum' Express Cat Eyes says ---

Every successful huntress knows that her eyes are her most powerful weapon. Sure the mane helps attract attention and the talons assist in pinning him down, but it's her stop-him-in-his-tracks gaze that hypnotizes her prety and keeps him captive.

Turning plain lovely eyes into drop-dead gorgeous eyes, Maybelline New York has developed the Volum'Express Hyper Curl Cat Eyes Waterproof Mascara.

Evoking the dramatic intensity of a feline gaze with its dramatic visual impact, and the swiftness of a big cat's sinuous moves in its ease of application, Volum' Express Hyper Curl Cat Eyes Waterproof Mascara is the purr-fect mascara for the fiercely sexy woman.

Think of it as brush on ammunition for the femme fatale. it's so daring it's dangerous.

AMW says ---

Pros

• I love the wand, never touches the skin around my eyes
• thickens my lashes
  
• waterproof, held on for the whole day
• again, waterproof, seriously, I've shed tears and this held on!
  
• inexpensive
• wonderful and cute packaging

Cons

• if you're looking for lengthening, this does not lengthen
• if you don't like your lashes to clump close together, this is not for you, make sure to have a lash comb handy though :)
• if you applied too much, the lashes will turn out crunchy, so be careful not to over apply
  

Overall

I can't help but reach out for this mascara because I seriously love the applicator. It's GENIUS! I don't have mascara accidents with this brush and its easier for me to apply mascara on my lower lashes. Seriously, I almost don't have any lower lashes but with this applicator, it's easier to apply mascara for my lower lashes, but of course, with the help of business card to keep myself from messing up.

If you hate mascara application and you're starting up to collect, this is a great start! I believe if you're born with long lashes, this is better as it gives the volume and the "oomph". If you have short and almost "next to nothing" lashes, I use a lengthening mascara first then use this for 2nd coat to volumize or "clump" it close together. Smart eh?


Tips

From Maybelline

From AMW

• just like my dear friend PB, I will definitely keep this brush comb!
• use the business card method to keep your lid safe from the mascara
• use 2 types of mascara to fulfill your eyelash requirements! :)
• do clean your lashes well before you go to sleep, eye allergies are no-no!
  

Will I repurchase?

I'd love to try other mascaras, there's just so many coming out!

Where to purchase and how much?

At local Maybelline counters for Php495.00 (approx $10.00)

Close up on the Mascara I own
Name: Feline Black (so cute!)



Looks like a toothbrush! :D
Close up on the mascara wand


Here's my lashes with 2 coats of
Volum' Express Cat Eyes



Here's an example of my lashes
with 3 coats of Maybelline Volum' Express Cat Eyes

I believe a lot of beauty enthusiasts have purchased and tried this mascara. A lot of raves and rants but in my dictionary, this is ok. Not the greatest mascara I've tried but not the worst. Hats off to Maybelline for the wonderful eye-catchy packaging and bravo for the wonderful applicator. But Maybelline is Maybelline, I'm not surprised they can always come up with good mascaras! I'm sure they've got more cooking up in their sleeves!

Have you tried Volum' Express Cat Eyes?
Love It? Hate it? Want it?
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Check out review from
My Women Stuff

Nail Art Tutorial: "Cherry Blossomy" nails

Happy Monday dear friends! :)

I am starting off with a positive note for a good vibes for the great week. I will start this week with a nail art tutorial. I've attended a wedding party over the weekend so I wanted something girly...yes...again! :P I am in love with flowery nails so I've decided to do some changes on my typical flowers! What's the difference? I made the flowers smaller to create a "Cherry Blossom-like" Nails. I said Cherry Blossom-like because it doesn't look like cherry blossoms! Trust me, Cherry blossoms look way prettier than this, but you get the drift :) It's an inspiration worth trying.

Here's my final look

Yes, we can't go wrong for bloody reddish nails
for any formal occasion :)

Step 1:

Apply your preferred base coat, I've used The Face Shop's Base coat and apply 2 coats of ELF Light Red polish. Let dry.

Note: Application of any dark polishes like this is a bit difficult, as you'll definitely have those dirty edges, don't worry, just leave it as it is and use a cotton bud to wipe the sides when nail polish gets dry.

Step 2:

Using white nail art pen, create dots of flowers, the more the better. Your choice of flower placing.

Step 3:

Apply a different shade for the flower bud. I've used a baby pink shade.

Step 4:

Using black Prettynails' art pen, connect the flowers which looks like "branches".

Step 5:

(Optional)
Apply Platinum Glitter polish from Caronia to create nice glitter.

Step 6:

Apply your favorite top coat. As usual, I've used The Face Shop's Top Coat. Let dry and enjoy!

If you don't have nail art pens, you can use toothpick or any dotting tool that has a round surface to create dots :)

Have a wonderful week everyone! Thanks again to all my lovely readers for keeping me happy with all the comments and sweet emails.
God bless!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy

Weekend Food Tripping at: Figaro Coffee

It was a bit of a stressful weekend as I've been expecting another huge typhoon coming. A lot of people are worried and people are rushing home. THANK God the Typhoon Pepeng did not push through, but you know, we cannot be relaxed as we expect a lot of typhoons coming for the weeks to come. I will be actively helping out for those victims of Typhoon Ondoy, in my own little ways.

Food tripping for this week did not happen over the weekend but it happened over the week days. We had another food tripping at Figaro Coffee as they serve not only good coffee but good food too! :)

Grilled Chicken
Php179.00 (approx $3.65)

Foccacia bread is my favorite,
strips of chicken - sweet and tasty

Classic Pepperoni Pizza
Php169.00 (approx $3.50)

Typical thin crust pizza topped with melted cheese
and pepperoni



Brewed Coffee
Php75.00 (approx $1.50)

I am not a fan of their in house brewed coffee,
but I got this for free so no complaints! LOL

White Chocolate Mocha
Php105.00 (approx $2.15)

Expresso blend with steamed milk and white chocolate syrup
topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings!
this is my favorite out of all the warm coffee they serve



Figaro Frost Mocha
Php115.00 (approx $2.35)

Mocha with lots of whipped cream served cold?
It's definitely anybody's dream
who's living in a tropical country like ours :)

I finally went out with hubby to celebrate my nephew's 4th birthday! It was nice to see the whole family together again after all the canceled dinner due to the typhoon scare! :)

Hope your weekend food tripping is fun!
Take care!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Askmewhats Reviews: Liposan LipCare in Strawberry

I've done a review on Nivea Lipcare a few months back, just by looking at the packaging, Liposan/Nivea/Labello are from the same German company Beiersdorf. I got a Liposan Lipcare from a swap from Cris, I believe my dear local readers can purchase the same one under the brand Nivea.

Liposan LipCare says ---

Soft lips, fresh strawberry flavor and discreet red shine.

AMW says ---

Pros

• light strawberry scent
• moisturizes the lips
• has a nice hint of "redness" but true to its description, very discreet
• inexpensive
• taste isn't yucky, it actually tastes and smells good
  

Cons

• none!
  

Overall

This is one addictive balm! I've always wanted my balm to be minty fresh, but if I need to choose one that has a fruit flavor, I'll always go for strawberries! After I finish this up, I will surely repurchase Nivea Lip Care in Strawberry! I'd love to see if there's any difference at all! I doubt..but who knows? :D

This is definitely a keeper, if you are on a date, it's safe to use this as it doesn't leave a stain on your water glass or table napkin..or your man's collar! LOL <--- just joking!


Tips

• check out the review on Pink Grapefruit from So Loverly
• if you're aiming for "no makeup" look with soft lips, use this!
• are you a makeup artist? And you need a subtle gloss for men's makeup? You can use this!
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes!

Where to purchase and how much?

Purchase locally as Nivea LipCare in Strawberry for Php89.75 (approx $2.00)

Here's a closer look of the cute packaging

The balm looks super red
but do not be afraid...



A swatch with and without flash
Has a tiny hint of "redness" and a lot of shine
(L- no flash, R- with flash)



Liposan LipCare in Strawbery on bare lips

Are you into tinted lip care products?
or do you prefer the clear version?

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!