AMW Reviews: Avon Healthy BB Cream

Time for an inexpensive BB Cream review that I'm sure a lot of you are interested in!  To be honest, I think I went through BB Cream craze way too early because at this point, I have found THE ONE and haven't been Ebay shopping for a year plus!

Finding the one, I may have to remind you, doesn't mean I'm stopping at THE ONE!  (That's only applicable to marriage!  LOL)  I am still looking through different products and brands to try because I could get lucky in the future with a more inexpensive BB cream that works for me and I don't need to hoard in Korea to get a good deal.

Okay, let me stop the talk and let's proceed with the review!

Avon Healthy Make Up BB Cream says --- (from box)

Healthy looking skin in one step.  Infused with skin loving  moisturizing essence, triple Vitamin Complex A, C, E and Natural extracts of Pomegranate, Olive Leaf and Apple Root.  Skin is nourished, energized and protected from environmental damage.  This lightweight, breathable, luxurious BB cream, blends easily to conceal imperfections.

Reveal a natural, healthy, flawless look.  Healthy look in an instant.  SPF20/PA++

Dermatologist tested.  Suitable for Sensitive Skin.
 
Available shades: Light, Nude
Size: 18g

Ingredients:

AMW says ---

Pros

• Very cute squeeze type packaging and I like the pointed tip.

 

• Manufactured date printed clearly on the tube.

• Has a good amount of coverage considering this is a BB cream, not a foundation.
• Creamy consistency.
• Has SPF 20 PA++ protection which is the minimum SPF we need for hot/humid country like ours.
• Comes out not too matte, not too shimmery, just right!  Imagine matte finish with a tiny hint of "healthy glow" VERY SUBTLE!
• A little amount goes a long way.
• Can reduce the appearance of discolorations.
• Creates a nice, even base before foundation.
• Inexpensive.

Cons

• Limited shade availability, may not match everyone.
• May dry out dry skinned individuals.
• Has a tiny scent that I'm not a fan off.  I do have very sensitive nose but this goes off afterwards.

Overall
Gives a good light to medium coverage, blends into the skin and the color disappears after a couple of minutes upon application. 

Tips

• Best applied with clean fingers as the product is needed the warmth to make it blend seamlessly.
• If the shade comes off a bit different on you, let it settle for a couple of minutes before you proceed with foundation.  I find the color disappears afterwards.
• If you have dry spots, apply a good amount of moisturizer prior to BB Cream application.
• If you need higher SPF protection, apply sunblock first prior to BB Cream application.

Will I repurchase?

For myself not anymore as I am still loyal to my Skin79 VIP Gold BB Cream.  This is good for gift giving though as the packaging is gorgeous!

To whom do I recommend this to?

BB Cream enthusiasts who would want to give BB Creams a try for the first time minus the expensive price tag.

I highly recommend this to normal, combination or oily skin.  Dry skin may find this a bit drying for them.  

Where to purchase and how much?
For Php399.00 (approx $9.00) Call your Avon ladies by visiting www.avon.com.ph.

Avon Healthy BB Cream in Nude 

Consistency is just right, not too thick nor too watery

Once I blend it on my hand, the color is on the pinkish side.  Who knows "Caladryl" the anti-itch lotion?  hahaha It does remind me a bit of this base on color and consistency.

The pinkish shade disappears a bit but it's obvious that it doesn't match the shade of my skin.

Applied thinly on bare face without moisturizer

• Skin color did not change as it blends well on my skin (Referring to the shade NUDE).
• The allergies/redness on my cheek has reduced.
• Gives a bit of dryness on the sides of my nose but can be remedied with a moisturizer prior to BB Cream application.

BB Cream users out there, have you tried the Avon Healthy BB Cream?
How do you like/hate it?

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

(Product sent for review.  Post is written base on my personal experiences.  Please purchase at your own discretion.)

Nikki for NN : My Nuffnang Story

Back before the blogging days, I used to like learning about other culture via Yahoo Chat (Lame, I know!) but I do randomly chat with people and get to know how their lives are on other parts of the world!  

Fast forward....

Blogging started!  I was blogging for a good 2+ years when someone from Nuffnang contacted me and asked me to join their community!  To be honest, I wasn't into that idea (that time) in joining a community as I thought someone's going to "manage" or "sabotage" my blog!  (Okay, that's an overly negative term but you get the drift! hahaha)

Fast Fast Forward....

I'm with Nuffnang for a year and a half and I've got no complaints and it's the best decision of my life!

Let me tell you why!

Attending Beyond Blogging, Philippine Blog Awards 2010 was fun with fellow Nuffnangers!

 

Really getting to know Nuffnang Philippines' Country manager Carlos Palma wasn't a difficult thing!  Imagine, this photo was taken on our second meeting (after the Pizza Hut Lechon Pizza lunch) and look how easily acquainted we are of each other!  *laughs*

Because of Nuffnang, my love for food multiplied to gazillion times when they invited me to be part of Manila's Signature Dishes 2010 campaign.   There, I was able to hop on different restaurants around the metro and dip my fingers on wonderful dishes created by the wonderful minds of our local chefs!

Aside from that, the bonus of them all, is the fact that I was able to meet to Food Bloggers and that broadened up my horizon and I got to meet not only people from the Beauty world but also fellow bloggers who are passionate about food as much as I'm passionate about makeup!

Yes dearies, I tried them all + MORE!

Aside from that, I also get to be invited to events.

I attended the Neutrogena's Start the year Light Event wherein I was able to support fellow Nuffnangers who are Brand Ambassadors!  *waving hi to Phoebe, Hannah, Earth, Jane and Patty*

Let's not forget the special screening of various movies and I don't need to line up because I get special passes for being a Nuffnang member!

X-Men

Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon

 Then our first out-of-town trip as a Family! 

The Nuffamily Day!

A well-planned event that shows how much Nuffnang love their members!  We were all given the chance to take with us our friends or family or loved ones to eat, play and chat on a nice weekend at Tagaytay!

If not because of the Nuffamily Day, I haven't tried Lantern Lifting until this very moment! 

The highlight of the year!  I was given the Blogger of the Month spot last August!  (article HERE)  And if that's not already the best thing that happened to me this year?

My dream to be a part (yes, even a tiny part) of a radio show came true!  I used to stalk visit Radio Stations and get amazed with how DJ's talk with all the energy in front of an inanimate object --- THE MIC!

So, this is how it felt like to be on radio together with Nuffnang Australia Team at The Wake Up Show with DJ Vince and Tracy

*shouts* WICKED!!!!

Nuffnang knows my love for coffee so I was invited to Blenz Coffee at The Fort last weekend to enjoy different cups of coffee plus pastries as we learned Latte Art!

I don't see Nuffnang as "just a venue to get invites or freebies" but I look at Nuffnang as a family, my extended family, who gives me the sense of belongingness.  Though I'm just an ant in this entire blogging industry, I was given a fair share of load to carry and make a huge difference in my own talent and special ways!

Yes, Nuffnang can see your talent and they'll help you enhance that!  Much more that I can't even imagine!

It is this very moment that I am thanking the Lord for continuously giving me the support system and channel  I need to be able to voice out my thoughts in cyber world!

Photo taken during a quick visit at the Nuffnang Office 

To sum up all the wonderful experiences here at Nuffnang Philippines and MORE....

Nuffnang  is holding a Regional Blog Awards and it's in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!

"Come 16 December 2011, 500 bloggers from around the Asia-Pacific region will flock to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for the Nuffnang Asia-Pacific Blog Awards 2011 in Putrajaya Marriott. The Awards aims to not only honour the region's best bloggers, but also to bring together blogger communities from across Asia-Pacific. The Nuffnang Asia-Pacific Blog Awards is brought to you by Volkswagen Malaysia and Putrajaya Marriott."

I can't even imagine the things Nuffnang can do to top their own fun-filled moments!  This proves that people working behind the Nuffnang team are always seeking fresh ideas just to make the members feel welcome!  

Oh, before I forget, YOU can win exclusive invites by smiling and clicking HERE.

Thank you Nuffnang Philippines and I can't wait to meet fellow Nuffnang members!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

AMW Version: Daytime makeup for the PowerPuff Girl

The title probably made you go "EH?" but I have a reason for such title! 

A reader once emailed me and asked me for help on makeup for puffy eyes!  Okay, am I being asked because I have puffy eyes?  *raises one eyebrow*  

Fine!  It's true! I do have puffy eyes on random days and I do have clients with puffy eyes too!  (Ttrying to include everyone here, I'm not alone on this okay?) *laughs*

*Grumpy Mode over*

I finally had the chance to create AMW way!  Please bear in mind there are a lot more ways to do this!  At the end of the day, practice makes perfect!  Try as many color combinations and techniques

AMW Diagram

I used the Clinique Lid Smoothie Anti-oxidant 8-hour eye colour in Pinko Biloba all  over the lids.

Step 1:

Apply a shimmery pinkish eyeshadow all over lids.  I am using Pink Chiffon Shimmer Wash eyeshadow from Bobbi Brown's Pretty Palette.  

I usually steer away from shimmery shades as it can enhance eye puffiness, try to be careful by applying only a tiny amount to create a subtle shimmer underneath.

Step 2:

Taking out my Human Nature Mineral Eyeshadow Enchanted Evening palette, I applied the silvery-gray eyeshadow on the crease area going a bit beyond.  Add the shadow as needed and blend the harsh edges with a fluffy blending brush.  I am using a Vegan Blending Brush from Charm.

Step 3:

With a pencil brush, I grabbed a good amount of matte black eyeshadow from Sleek applying carefully only on the crease area.

With the same fluffy blending brush on Step2, blend to blur out edges blending the silver gray eyeshadow and the matte black eyeshadow.

Step 4:
Time for eye lining, I whipped out my ELF Cream Eyeliner in Black and lined my eyes carefully.

Step 5:
Since everything is turning out a bit too dark for a daytime look, I used a nice Teal Colored Fluidliner pencil from Inuovi.  (thanks a dear angel for gifting me this, I love this so much!)

Curl your lashes and apply a good amount of mascara.

I used Revlon's CustomEyes Mascara in Black

My Finish Look

Dark dark colored eyeshadow on the crease area decreases the look of puffiness  The bright colored liner is an added plus to focus on the bright liner instead of the puffy eyes!

What's on the rest of my face?

For the Face:

Mary Kay TimeWise Luminous-Wear Liquid Foundation in Beige

Set with L'Oreal White Perfect Pearl in Golden Ivory

For the Cheeks

Shu Uemura x Wong Kar Wai 

in Pleasure Rose

For the Lips:

Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited in Pink Flush

Revlon Colorburst in Pink Ice

The makeup focuses on the eyes and left 

with an ice-y pink cheeks and lips

Okay, you may expect something more like drawing myself into a Powerpuff girl character!  *laughs*
Of course not!  Halloween is over :)
Hope you enjoyed this simple AMW Version!

Have a great day!
Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Crumpler Gives: The Carrot, Noose and Limpet --- CLOSED!!!

Dear Philippine Readers:
I have good news for all of you!  I am one happy angel to help Crumpler give out their 3 cute products called The Carrot, Noose and Limpet!

What the heck are these cartoon-sounding characters?

Well, they're definitely not from Cartoon-land but they are our friends from Crumpler!

Crumpler Philippines is giving away all 3 wonderful products to ONE lucky AMW Reader! :)

You're still clueless what you're going to win right?  Here you go...read further and see if you're interested to join!

The Carrot

Php950.00 (approx $21.60)

"Pens… pencils… highlighters… markers… at the stationery shop they all look so neat and well behaved. Take them home, or anywhere else, and they instantly start going AWOL. So take control. Show them who’s boss. Zip them into a Crumpler Carrot pencil case."  --- Crumpler

With its huge wide mouth, feel free to put important stuff for you inside as the Carrot's interior lining and its expeterior are made from water resistant materials.  You can clip this to your bag with a key ring to your bag!

 The Carrot is available in 3 cute colors!

Okay, they do look like cartoon characters! :)

 **photo from Crumpler

In my case, I will definitely put my makeup inside, eyeliners, brow pencils and lip pencils etc..! 

The Noose

 Php850.00 (approx $19.32)

"Don't like neck straps? Looking for something compact? Prefer to shoot from the knee? Whatever the reason The Noose will keep your camera firmly attached to your wrist, offering unsurpassed security, without cutting off the circulation.
Constructed from ultra-strong polypropylene webbing and neoprene for soft moulded comfort, the Noose has got you covered whatever camera you tote. It even has a pocket for a spare memory card." --- Crumpler

The cushioning is definitely comfortable to carry around your expensive gadgets!  You can easily strap them on your Digicam or SLR cameras and you're sure you have them safe on your hands!

**photo from Crumpler

The Limpet

Php750.00 (approx $17.00)

 

"Aquatic gastropod mollusk? Think again. Colorful and hard wearing The Limpet is our take our on the humble luggage tag. Bright in color, bright in personality, your trip to the carousel just got a whole lot easier.  The perfect blend of polyurethane, polypropylene webbing and ripstop nylon ensures, much like its sea born counterpart, this bulletproof tag ain't budging. " --- Crumpler

 I can't believe a limpet can be made with super strength!  But this is definitely not your ordinary bag tag!  The winner will know how durable this is!

Are you ready to join?  Kindly read mechanics carefully:

• Comment in this blog post only ONCE including your name and email address.
• Tell me: "What's the first thing that came into your mind when you read the title of this post?"
• Contest starts TODAY ends November 20, 2011.
• ONE Winner will win all three items via Fruit Machine.
• Winner will be emailed and products will be sent via courier.
• SMILE and pray you get to be the winner! :D

All products mentioned above are available at Crumpler Bonifacio Highstreet, Crumpler SM Megamall & Crumpler Trinoma.

Goodluck!
Keep smilin'

Stay happy!