US & Canada Readers For The Win - NV Perricone Advanced Eye Area Therapy (Contest Closed!)

Dear AMW US & Canadian Readers:

I knew about Dr. Perricone as a dermatologist and the CEO of NV Perricone MD, ltd.  Of course, I could never forget the Perricone Promise of looking younger!

When we talk about looking younger, eye cream is definitely a must as signs of aging can be seen around the eye area!  I have tested so many eye products and I seriously believe everyone should start using one as early as now!  It takes time to find the right eye cream so starting early won't hurt!

That is why when NV Perricone contacted me to help give out ONE Advanced Eye Area Therapy for my US and Canadian reader, I can't say no!  I love it when my blog makes people happy!!  And may I just add?  The Advanced Eye Area Therapy retails $95.00!!!

Here's the details on the product:

Advanced Eye Area Therapy is formulated with DMAE and Alpha Lipoic Acid to help prevent and correct the early signs of aging that appear around the delicate eye area, making us look older than we really are. It minimizes the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness, while diminishing dark circles and discoloration with Vitamin C Ester. Paraben-free.

DMAE - Patented
- Provides ultimate contouring benefits to skin beginning to lose elasticity
- Delivers lifted, tightened and toned appearance to the skin
- Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Phospholipids
- Repairs damaged skin
- Hydrates and helps treat dry, more fragile skin
- Mimics lipids found naturally in skin, allowing for quick absorption

Pycnogenol
- Improves skin health and renews collagen
- Provides potent antioxidants to brighten the skin
- Sourced from maritime pine trees in the South of France known for centuries old-healing properties

Exciting isn't it?  Now on to the more exciting part!
 

How to enter:

1. Comment and let me know why you want to win this product
2. Include your name, email address and country of residence
3. Contest starts NOW until November 18, 2009 (Manila time)
4. ONE winner will be chosen via random.org
5. Contest is open for US and Canada residents only (Sorry, there will be more contests for everyone soon!)

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!
Goodluck!

AMW Reviews: Rexona Skin Light with Sunflower Oil

I've always been a SECRET deodorant user for my whole teenage years!  I have tried several brands but I always ended up going back to SECRET.  When I went to the Rexona event last May, I learned about the new Rexona Skin Light with Sunflower Oil which helps in lightening up the underarms.  I told myself I will try this out but I'll definitely have SECRET at the backside to help me out if something goes wrong.  Well, nothing went wrong!

Rexona Skin Light with Sunflower Oil says ---

• Reduce unpleasant smell underarm
• Smoothen skin and minimize pore
• Lighten & whiten your skin naturally
• Protect 24 hour

Ingredients

Cyclomethicone, Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex GLY, Stearyl Alcohol , C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate, PPG-14 Butyl Ether, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Helianthus Annuus, Steareth-100, BHT

AMW says ---

Pros

• the lovely scent stayed for the whole day
• no perspiration for the whole day, but of course, this depends on the work of each individual
• no darkening of underarms as compared to other deodorant
• inexpensive
• no allergies on my underarm area
• smells great
• the stick is not too hard nor soft
• one stick lasts more than a month for  daily use!
• packaging is great! Love the combination of white and purple
• I don't need to wait long before I can wear my top
• expiration date printed at the bottom
  

Cons

• well if you really have dark underarms, the result won't be as fast as 2 weeks as advertised (this is my opinion)
  

Overall

I am very picky with my deodorant.  I want both Anti-perspirant AND deodorant MINUS the darkening PLUS the wonderful scent. Since my last event report on the Rexona Lighten Up!, I've started using this and I chose the stick as I am always in a rush in the morning!  No time to raise my hands and wait for my deodorant to dry up.

I don't have dark underarms to start with so I cannot really tell about the "lightening" properties of this deodorant for people with dark underarms.  But I am happy to announce that there is a sligh lightening on my underarms!  It's not my imagination, I've raised my underarms many times to my husband and he said there is lightness, not much, but noticeable.  Keep in mind though that I've used this constantly for 5 months, and I only started to see the effect after 3 months!  So if you plan to use this, please be patient :)

I haven't bought any Secret deodorant now, enough said...

Tips

• always twist down the deodorant stick before closing the cap
• though instructions from Rexona says apply 4-6 swipes, I believe applying 4 swipes maximum is enough
• if allergies occurs, STOP using the product

Will I repurchase?

Yes!  I did, after receiving freebies from the Rexona Event, I repurchased and I'm on my 3rd Deodorant stick!

Where to purchase and how much?

All leading department stores and groceries for Php150.00 (approx $3.30) for 40g

 

What deodorant or anti-perspirant are you using?
Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Weekend Food Tripping at: Joey Pepperoni Pizzeria

Joey Pepperoni Pizzeria has been around for quite some time but I did not feel "intrigued" to visit this place as I thought "It's just another pizza parlor"!  When I was at Save More supermarket, it was one of those days I am too hungry I can eat a horse moment, I wanted something fast and I was craving for pasta!

The place was warm and cozy, what the heck!  Pizza is pizza, pasta is pasta, a hungry crocodile has to eat!!!   A menu was given to us and it says... 

I wonder, How Pizza Should Really  Be?  A lot of us have our own version of a perfect pizza, my kind of pizza is thin crust oven baked to crispiness!  Real mozarella cheese with the right amount of toppings!  I am not asking too much!  Did Joey Pepperoni pass my expectations?  Read on...

Let's start with the service, I love it that their staffs are quite friendly and have a smile in their faces!  I was at Save More Sta. Mesa branch by the way.  Though the restaurant was quite small and it was in the afternoon, the food came in a  bit late but I was busy with their Fun Facts game anyways, as long as the food is fresh, I don't mind!

Bottomless Iced Tea

Php35.00 (less than $1.00)

It's bottomless, and it's only less than a dollar, what more can I ask for? Nothing!

But another round of iced tea please! :P

Pizza Messicana

Beef toppings, bacon, cheddar cheese, 

mushrooms and mexican seasoning

Php135.00 (approx $2.90) for SMALL

Thin crust - check!

Right amount of toppings - check!
Mozzarella cheese - check!

Crispy thin crust - well, it started out a bit soft, 

and we requested for them to oven toast it again, 

they happily obliged..so finally...check! 

Chicken Parmigiana

Pomodoro sauce topped with deep fried chicken breast 

and melted mozzarella cheese

Php218.00 (approx $4.80)

It's actually just one order that's good for 2!  We requested for the kitchen to separate them in two!  I love how wonderful it tastes!  Fresh tomatoes oozes inside the mouth!  Though I'm allergic to chicken, I swear, I devoured the deep fried chicken breast and popped an anti-histamine tablet!

 

A closer look

Oh! Can I just add, the garlic bread is fabulous!!!

I had a wonderful experience and I'll definitely go back to try their other pasta and pizza dishes!  Oh yeah, they have rice dishes too and a whole bunch of set meals!  Joey Pepperoni Pizzeria is definitely not just another pizza place!  They do know how Pizza and Pasta should be :)

By the way!  US Readers!  Here ye!
I'll be having a contest for US readers up anytime soon!
So please check back :) It'll be fun!

Have a wonderful weekend food tripping!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

I Wonder: "What do you use to contour your nose?"

Contouring the nose isn't a daily thing for me, though I gives an instant nose lift, I don't think it's natural to do so daily!  But when the need arises, let's say important events, parties... I wonder...

"What Do You Use to Contour Your Nose?"

My take?

Coastal Scents Black Deluxe Shadow Brush

(you can read my review by smiling and click here)

I used MAC's Shadester, applying more to show up on photos

I blend this afterwards

 

If you have to contour now!

What do you reach out for?
I'm quite excited to know!
Enjoy your weekend!

Keep smillin'

Stay Happy!

Reader's Corner

Happy Friday people!  Today's post is dedicated to readers' query.  I haven't been doing this much because I've been answering queries directly! I believe I have to learn so much still, so I will definitely open this comment section for people who can add up to the advices for our AMW Readers' Query.  :)

(note: all queries shortened to make it straight to the point)

Q: "Are waterproof mascara bad for the eyelashes?"

AMW says: Both waterproof and non-waterproof mascaras aren't bad for the lashes.  As long as you check on the ingredients and you are not allergic to any of those ingredients.  Your lashes will be fine!  To answer your query, I personally think waterproof mascara doesn't give out a huge negative effect on your lashes as long as you learn to remove the waterproof mascara properly.  It takes twice or thrice the effort to remove waterproof mascara so please use the right eye makeup remover to prevent lash fall out and eye infections!

Q: "I find a lot of good pressed powders are pricey, can you recommend a cheaper alternative that works just as well as the pricier ones?"

AMW says: I know I've reviewed a couple of pricey pressed powders or foundations, why?  Because I do makeup for clients and most clients, sad to say, are very particular with the brands I use so I have to invest on those pricier range.  Because of that, never think that I don't give chances to the cheaper alternatives!  Prior to all those pricier pressed powders, I was once a Maybelline Clear Smooth Face Powder user, back when I was still an "oily faced" girl! :)

The Clear Smooth's ultra-fine shine free pressed powder has SPF18 and it can control shine for almost the whole day!  The texture is finely milled and I use this to pat on the "oily" areas and it feels light, doesn't cake and it doesn't give out a "heavy makeup" look.  The best part is its price!  It's available at local Maybelline counters for Php199.00 (approx. $5.00).  Available in 4 shades: Natural, Honey, Light and Nude Beige.

My sister loves this too and finished 2 of these compacts and she's on her 3rd!  On the downside, well it's not really a downside but I prefer the old packaging!  The old packaging looks better and of course, the price was higher then!  Maybelline reduced the price so the packaging changed!  It's ok, as long as the quality is still the same!

Q: "What shampoo and conditioner do yo use?"

AMW says: I've been loyal to The Face Shop's Changpo Magic Straight line, I've used more than 4 sets of the shampoo and conditioner and I think my hair is already on its saturation stage!

I'm almost done with my current set so my next shampoo and conditioner set will be Shiseido's Aquair!  It was gifted to me by my brother :)  Will let you know if it works for me.

Q: "I've got dark elbows and knees, any secret?"

AMW says:  I smiled with this query!  I never even care about my elbows and knees til 2 years ago when I was preparing for my wedding!  Though I don't have super dark elbows or knees, I was quite conscious about them so I purchased Amira Magic Soap as I heard so many raves about this! 

I did not use this all over my body as I have very sensitive skin!  I purchased this specifically for my elbows and knees!  I lather this and rub it gently on my knees and elbow leaving the "suds" on the dark areas for 5-10 minutes!  I remembered taking before and after shots of these but I wasn't a blogger then so I didn't get the proofs (too bad).  If you plan to purchase this, be aware that there are a lot of fakes!  I purchased mine at Market! Market! department store.

Another secret you want? 

On my mission to "Be Stunning for a Steal", I got Garnier Light Milky Lightening Dew to take home!  I try to steer away from toners that has alcohol plus lemon due to my dry skin, I've found a great way to use this!  Like how I usually use a toner, I soak this on a cotton pad and gently wipe this on my knees and elbows every night before I go to sleep!  See? I don't waste products!

I am sorry my answers took some time :)
I'll do more Q&As in the future!
Keep the emails and comments coming!
You, my dear friends, rock my world!

Keep smilin!
Stay happy!