Tuesday, April 5, 2011

AMW Version: Twiggy Inspired Summer-Ready Make-Up

 I want to continue my discussion on Summer-Ready Make-up!  I just gave tips yesterday on how to summer-readify (if there's such term) your make-up!  Now it's time to create my version of a bright, fun summer make-up anyone can do!

Of course a twist will always be nice!  I have some bottom lash falsies which reminded me so much of Twiggy!  Twiggy-look is known for "cutting the crease" and I want to put a twist!  Bright, summery shades plus the falsies Twiggy is known for!  Are you ready for the outcome?

Here you go, simple shades yet falsies gave  the nice impact!


AMW Diagram
Promise, the steps are super simple
and easy to follow!

Step 1:
Apply a nice, matte base for the colors to pop out.  Most summer shades are not that pigmented like the ones I will use.  So I use Benefit's Lemon Aid.


Pat on MAC Sunshine Yellow eyeshadow with a flat shader blush.  Apply on the crease area going beyond.  Pat more as desired.

 Step 2:
With a small blending brush from the Urban Decay Palette, I applied Milani Garden Mist eyeshadow on the crease area only blending upwards.  


Step 3:
Since I planned on using thick falsies, I won't be lining my eyes much, instead I tigthtlined with Urban Decay 24/7 Glide on Eye Pencil in Zero (black).  Apply Urban Decay 24/7  Glide on Eye Pencil in Yeyo (white) on the water line to make eyes pop.  

Do not forget to fill in your brows.



I re-used GlamBox Mink Lash
I love it that the lashes stay in good shape
even after several usage
 

I applied A020 lower lash from KKCenterHK
Easy to apply even for a first timer like myself
I used Ardell LashGrip Eyelash Adhesive in Clear


 Voila!  My Twiggy Inspired
Summer-Ready makeup
You can always opt just to create the eye makeup minus the falsies


What's on the rest of my face?

For the Face:
Paul & Joe Moisturizing Compact Foundation 30
MAC Mineralized Skinfinish Natural in Light

 
For the Cheeks:
MAC Mineralize Blush in Superduper Natural
 For the Lips:
Elianto Berry Lipstick in 03
Topped with Niva Lipcare for shine

A huge smile would help!
Curled my hair with my trustee flat iron
For tutorial/tips smile and click HERE

Have you tried colorful eyeshadows lately?
What's your favorite shade?
I'll do more version for Summer Ready Make-up!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!


Monday, April 4, 2011

Tip for the Day: Summer-Ready make-up!

April....ahhhh everyone's going out for a short trip or beach!  That's the gorgeous part of living in a tropical country like ours!  

"I want to look gorgeous but I don't like the sticky feel of make-up!"
"I will be going out with my friends and my crush will also be there, how do I stay pretty?"


 *photo from Google Image

These are the usual issues most of us have especially during the summer season!  Putting on make-up on a hot and humid day is a drag!  Because I've been there and done that...not that I'm an expert in this field!  I would like to share some tips to look "Naturally gorgeous!", well I am  not saying I am, but it wouldn't hurt if you lie!  *bwahahaha!*

Okay, kidding aside, here are some tips I can share on top of my head!  Feel free to click COMMENT and share yours!

(Note from AMW: All photos taken from Google Images)
  • Wash your face with oil-control cleanser (for oily skin) or moisturizing cleanser (for dry skin).

  • Wear sunscreen under your makeup to prevent your face from burning during outdoor activities.

  • If you need to use concealer, conceal only on areas needed then gently pat on with setting powder

  • Foundation addict?  Switch your foundation to light or oil-free during the summer!  Apply only on areas needed coverage.


  • If you can get away with no foundation, opt for tinted moisturizer or BB Cream then set by dusting light powder!

  • Very Oily Skin?  Use an oil-control primer!
  • Apply bronzer for healthy looking skin!

  • Eye makeup: Opt for very natural looking!  Sweep just a tiny amount on the lids for a nice wash of color!  Do not use heavy eyeliners, go for waterproof brown pencil liners if you need to line your eyes.

  • Lips: Apply lipbalms with SPF to protect your lips from the harsh weather!  Apply tinted balm or moisturizing lipstick!

  • Take along with you oil control sheets so you can pat on excess oil anytime of the day!

Stay Sizzling Hot during the summer! :)
Hope these tips help and feel free to share yours!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!



Sunday, April 3, 2011

Weekend Food Tripping at: Jozu Kin

It has been a super busy week for me (what's new?) and it's such a blessing to have it ended with a quiet dinner with good friends!  My best friend is giving birth soon and one of my close friend is going back to the US so it calls for a celebration!  Food celebration!

My best friend decided for us to meet up after work on a very busy and car-infested Friday night at Burgos Circle Taguig.   

Because of traffic we came in a bit late, well, actually, super late!  But thank goodness I was able to take shots because my friends were super kind enough to wait for us to arrive before they order!  *blushes*
 

Angus Prime Chahan
Php199.00 (approx $4.70)
Love this rice!  I love the bits of Angus Prime which I can literally eat on its own!

Chahan Moriawase
Php85.00 (approx $2.00)
Nothing spectacular but I like the texture of the rice.  Not too sticky yet not so dry.

Tofu Steak
Php202.00 (approx $4.80)
Light battered Japanese Tofu served with vegetables and special sauce

My favorite!  Even my friend's 1 year old baby loves it!

Shrimp Tempura
Screw allergies, the sauce served together with this dish 
is really perfect for a hungry night!

Chicken Teriyaki Pizza 
Php200.00 (approx $4.75)
Mr. AMW's favorite for the night!  I agree with him, unique dish served!  
I wish the crust is crunchier though!
Chicken Teriyaki 
Php220.00 (approx $5.25)
Just like regular Chicken Teriyaki served in most Japanese restaurants.
Angus Beef
Served in cubes with vegetables!  
I like it that its cooked just right!  Easy to chew!


The 2-storey restaurant is small but I find it to be a great place to bond with friends and family!  Servers are very helpful and would attend to your needs!  Parking is a bit hassle especially on a busy Friday night!  Restaurant accepts cash and credit cards!

Jozu Kin, Burgos Circle
Burgos Circle, Forbes Town Center
Bonifacio Global City 
(632) 403-1875

Before I end this post, I want to share another good desserts find!  Keith's friend sells these lovely brownies and lemon squares!  They even have wonderful Choco Lava cupcakes which I absolutely adore!  My waistline will definitely add up over the weekend!  :D



Lemon Squares


Brownies


Will update the details on how to order these! I will get the number and will update here! :)
Do check back!

What are you eating over the weekend?
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!



Saturday, April 2, 2011

Something New: Majolica Majorca Here in the Philippines!

If you are into make-up, you probably heard about the dear Japanese Makeup Brand Majolica Majorca finally here in the Philippines!  I am as excited as a lot of you!  Reading beauty blogs written worldwide, there are definitely brands that we wish are readily available locally!  That includes Majolica Majorca!  Thank you for arriving our shores!


In this post, I've included a photo of the brochure I got and I took a shot of it page per page for you to salivate!  Just joking!  I actually did this for you guys to have an overview of what you plan to purchase and probably start saving up?

Note from AMW: I am not sure if all the products shown in this "Photo Brochure" are available locally!  
**Click photos to enlarge :) 

Mascaras Php795.00 (approx $18.90)
Eye Reset Gel Php695.00 (approx $16.55)



Jeweling Eyes ES Quad 
Majolook Trick on Powder Quad
Majolook Eyeshadow Quad
Php795.00 (approx $18.90)


Perfect Automatic Liner Php695.00 (approx $16.50)
Jeweling Pencil Php795.00 (approx $18.90)
Rouge Majex Php495.00 (approx $11.80)
Honey Pump Gloss Neo Php295.00 (approx $7.00)
Eyeshadow Customize Php295.00 (approx $7.00)
Cheek Customizer Php495.00 (approx $11.80)
Brow Customize Neo Php295.00 (approx $7.00)


Skin Remaker Pore Cover SPF18 Php895.00 (approx $21.30)
Skin Lingerie Pore Cover Php695.00 (approx $16.50)
Pressed Pore Cover Php895.00 (approx $21.30)
Pressed Pore Cover Refill  Php595.00 (approx $14.00)
All Nail  Stuffs Php225.00 (approx $5.35)


I'll do a review on these once I'm done testing them!
I do wish they are really good as they look!


What interest you the most from Majolica Majorca brand?
Keep smilin'

Stay happy!
Happy weekend!


Friday, April 1, 2011

Colour Collection Colour Intense Lipstick review



Colour Collection's Colour Intense Lipsticks look candy-licious!  Just by mere looking at them, you know they are worth giving a try!  After more than a week road-testing the new make-up brand from Tupperware, I am ready to share my thoughts....