AMW Report: AMW Interviews Chanel Iman

Remember this gorgeous Million Dollar Fragrance Bottle of DKNY Golden Delicious EDP?  I did hope to take a glimpse of this in person but I guess it did not arrive our shores!  BUT!  Something better happened!

I was able to do a "Cyber Interview" with Chanel Iman, the girl who unveiled the DKNY Million Dollar Bottle during the Press Event with body guards beside her to protect the bottle!

How chic can protection get?

To those who think Chanel Iman looks familiar!  Well, I'm sure you've seen her either on Vanity Fair, Vogue or during the Victoria Secret 2011 Fashion Show!  She's one of the VS Angels!  I am not surprised DKNY chose her to be the face of the Million Dollar Fragrance!

Chanel Iman kissing the bottle

Here's my "not-so-formal" Q&A Portion!

AMW: If you have your own DKNY Million Dollar Bottle, where will you keep it?

Iman: That's a good question.  I don't know what I'd do with my own million dollar fragrance bottle.  I'd probably have it right next to my bed.  That is a precious piece and Id want to keep it close to me.

AMW: What's your "must spritz" DKNY fragrance when you go out on a date?
Iman: I love DKNY Golden Delicious for the weekend.

(AMW: I agree with her, the DKNY Golden Delicious has a smell of floral which equates to romance!)

AMW: How does the Golden Delicious Fragrance fit in your lifestyle?
Iman: All of the DKNY Delicious fragrances are definitely in my rotation.  I like the DKNY Golden Delicious, but then I also like DKNY Be Delicious, it is good for the week and DKNY Golden Delicious for the weekend.

AMW: How does it feel to be the face of the Be Delicious franchise?

Iman: I've always wanted to represent DKNY.  When I believe in a fragrance that I wear, I definitely want to be part of it.  To be given the opportunity today, it's awesome.

Chanel Iman, thank you for answering my short queries!
I want to thank Theya So, of DKNY Philippines for helping me out on this!

What would you ask Chanel Iman if you get the chance to talk to her?

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Reviews: Pure Beauty UV White Sun Protection Compact

Good day everyone!  The first week of the year is almost over and I am very excited for my first makeup gig for the year this coming Saturday! :)   Will share to you my experience of course!

Today, I will be sharing a review done by another family member!  Oooohh I love how I'm turning my whole family into "mini" AMW reviewers! 

Side story (as usual) before I start with the review, I got the Pure Beauty UV Whit Sun Protection Compact during an event when we were introduced with What's New at Watsons for the latter part of 2011.  The sad part though, as I was fixing my stuff, the Pure Beauty UV White Sun Protection compact slipped through my hands and the rest was "crash..boom..bang!" history!

The next day, I visited a Watsons store and called my sister and asked what "beauty related" item she needs, she told me she's going for face powders and I immediately grabbed a new one as this isn't pricey at all for a Korean branded product.

Of course, the li'l sister have to ask..."So, big sis, how did the product work for you?"..then I share to you her thoughts!

Pure Beauty UV White Sun Protection Compact says ---

Pure Beauty UV White Sun Protection Compact is SPF40 PA++
12g
Made in Korea

AMW says (via AMW Sister) ---

Reviewer background 

Age: Between 35-40years old

Skin condition: Combination (dry on cheeks, oily on t-zone)

Pros

• Simple compact with cover that serves as a barrier between sponge and powder.

• Sponge is made of good quality.
• Powder applies smoothly.
• Has SPF and its SPF40!
• Gives a natural, matte finish.
• Does not dry out the skin.
• Packaging can be refilled by either the same Pure Beauty refills (I am not sure if the refills are available locally) or any other brands as this pan is similarly shaped as other brands'.
• Inexpensive for a good product.

Cons

• Limited shades available.  I don't remember if they have other shades available but they don't have shades for our darker skinned friends.
• Multiple retouching may be needed for super oily skin.

Overall

My sister loves to use the Maybelline Clear Smooth Shine Free Powder and she told me this is even better!  I guess the texture won her heart.  Most powders come in a bit grainy but for this particular brand, it feels like creamy and soft yet it doesn't easily crack on pan!

Tips

• Wash the sponge even when newly purchased.
• Wash or change the sponge every now and then to prevent bacteria buildup.
• To use as setting powder, use a big fluffy brush and gently press the powder on areas that needed the oil control or shine removal.
• Never drop the compact and store them in cool, dry place.
• If you are like my sister and loves to do touch-ups midday, use a powder instead of powder foundation to prevent "cake-y" look.

Will she repurchase?
Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
Anyone into retouching!  My sister told me she retouches at least 4-5 times a day and this does not cake up on her!

Where to purchase and how much?
At Watsons Your Personal Care Stores for Php339.00/approx $9.00.

To those who can't connect how AMW sister looks like *laughs* she's going to kill me for posting her photo  but I'm proud of her to do so and she's got nothing else to do but blame my mom for making me her sister! Just sharing to the world ---- I"m proud to be her sister :) Love you Tei! :)

What's your "re-touch" powder and how much is it?

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Revlon Age Defying with DNA Advantage Cream Makeup Review

When I got several Revlon foundations to test, I have to admit, the brand doesn't fail in making good drugstore foundation!  My first Revlon Foundation was the Custom Creations Foundation which I bought online and purchased 4 bottles as each bottle can give out different shade which I think is one of the best liquid foundation to try when you're starting up on makeup or when you're a student of makeup artistry.

Thanks to Revlon as they are coming up with different kinds of foundation for different skin type!  Revlon ColorStay Foundation in my opinion is meant for oily skinned individuals while Revlon's PhotoReady Makeup is best for Normal or Dry Skin. 

What about our mature, very dry skinned friends?  There is indeed one product that Revlon recently came out with...called Age Defying!

AMW Version: New Year To Face 2012!

Happy Start of the week and start of 2012!  How was your New Year's Eve and New Years' Day?  Mine was spent with the "Ohanas"  *laughs*  Mr. AMW and myself are starting to call both our families "The Ohanas" to those who knows Stitch from Lilo & Stitch..."Ohana means...Family!" 

I just have to share to you what I realized over the year end, "Welcome 2012 Countdown", I used to think my parents are grandparents were a boring bunch when I run up and down the stairs asking for more fireworks and "Wa Tu Si" and couldn't understand how they could just stay at home, watch movies and just ignore the great fireworks outside!  Would you believe...I am THAT mature to do the same?  I stayed at home most of the time enjoying glorious food and enjoyed the good line up of HBO movies!  Come on guys, you have to tell me if you're the same!  I'm not alone on this right? :D

To start off 2012, I did an AMW Version to face the bright year with bright-looking face! :)

I do think the lipstick itself is bright enough :P

 AMW Diagram

Prior to eyeshadow application, you can choose your preferred base, in my case, since my lids aren't oily, I used The Body Shop Special Edition Kajal Eyeliner in Evergreen. Application shouldn't be perfect, use your fingers or brush to blend before you proceed with step 1.

Step 1:

I took out Beauty Pro Cosmetics' Crazy Colour Palette and applied "matte green" shadeon top of the base.  This came out matte green just like on pan.

Step 2:

To add up the holiday sparkle, I took out my The Body Shop Shimmer Cubes from The Colour Spring 2010 collection and applied the metallic aqua green on top of the matte green to give a bit of dimension.  Use a pencil brush and apply the similar color on the lower lash line.

Step 3:

From the same TBS Shimmer Cubes collection, use the sparkly peachy shade an apply on the brow bone area.  This is okay if you're off to create a "sparkly" eye makeup!  For regular days, use matte eyeshadow.  Fill free to add this shade on the inner corner of your eyes for sparkles!

Step 4:

Instead of using a pencil liner, I wanted to create a "smoked out" eyeliner look (meaning, you won't see any harsh line).  I used a matte black eyeshadow from The Beauty Pro's Crazy Colour Palette .  This technique is best for small eyes as it gives an illusion of a bigger, rounder eye shape.

I added a bit of liner near the upper lash line to define the shape of my eyes.  I used my favorire K-Palette 24h Real Lasting Eyeliner WP in black.

Curled my lashes and applied Bobbi Brown Everything Mascara in Black.  Using SANA Styling W Brow, I filled the gaps with the pencil liner portion and lightened my brows with the light brow gel.

Sparkly eyes ready for 2012!

And here's what I used for the rest of my face!

For the Face:

Revlon Age Defying Foundation in Medium Beige (25)

L'Oreal White Perfect Pearl in Golden Ivory

For the Cheeks:

Shu Uemura Blush in Pink 30

For the Lips:

Etude House #2 Hot Pink

Etude House Wannabe Last Touch Gloss

Wearing bright colored lips can really lift your whole face, so once in awhile, step out of the comfort zone, we only live once :)

Have a great start of the year!  Please stay positive as it worked for me and I hope it works for most of you too! :)

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

New Year, New Beginning!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

So many things I've done before the year end, and one of them was...SHOPPING!
As some of you may have read it over my twitter page, I had only half a day of shopping prior to Christmas and would you believe?  I was able to finish my shopping list and MORE?  (More = Shopped for myself)  *laughs*  

Right when my wallet went from size 12 to size 0, I passed by a FLY Shades booth and I remembered my first FLY shades was bought when I was just graduated from College.  It brought back memories and I went to check out their collection for old times' sake!

Little have I known I'll be coming home with these 2.....

Brea Black

when worn...

Love the belt-like detail on the side

Loreta Clear Blue

When worn..

The ribbon is so ME!

Would you believe the total amount I paid was only Php520.00 (approx $12.40)?  This is best to be used on lazy days you don't want to worry about your super pricey shades!  How about the quality?  Well, let me tell you, the first FLY shades I bought almost a decade ago is still alive and kicking! So..quality control? --- CHECK!

From something fashionably cute to something .... CUTE!  Who could resist such cutie?  

It's not just a keychain!  It's a DOMA Mini Speakers!  Would you believe this tiny thing can create loud sounds?  Hahahah  Even if it doesn't, I may probably throw away my cash on this because I can't resist the 101% cuteness!  Thank goodness the quality of sound was good!  I bought this at a bazaar for Php590.00 (approx $14.00) and I believe you can still buy them online! 

P.S. Different colors available!!! SOoooooo cute!  (Okay, how many times did I mentioned the word CUTE in one paragraph?)

Remember my  review on Charm Essentials' first ever Vegan Brushes?  (click HERE for review)  Sophie handed me the gorgeous pink brush holder and she excitedly told me she will be selling these Vegan Brushes in a set!  Great deal for Php2,500 (approx$60.00).  Would you believe her gift was a great timing as I brought the set with me in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and I can do makeup on myself and other people with the 14 pcs Vegan Brushes!

This Christmas, I've received a lot of wonderful gifts like one of my favorite Lipcare brand Nivea!  I have the whole year to finish these up and it won't be difficult as I was able to finish THIS, THIS and THIS in no time and I'm glad these are finally available locally especially since the "Liposan" that I got is from my blogger swap from Germany! :)

Goodies that can make me smile are not an exception for this year!  I was gifted my very own Kimmidoll from one of the #evurls girls!

 Aside from that, I was gifted the cutest pens and highlighters available on earth!  *lol*

 

Oh my, this goes straight inside my bag and this will always be the partner of my 2012 Planner!  Thanks Rinnah for these goodies and more! :D

Cute Planner + Cute Pens and highlighters = Cute OWNER *lol*

Thanks to Etude House Philippines for sending me gorgeous gifts to jumpstart my year!  The MiniME World Traveler Ms. Cutie Perfumed Body and Hair Mist is perfect because it has "Japan" all over it!  Mr. AMW and myself is dreaming to go to Japan!  I'm telling to the universe that we will!!! And you'll definitely hear all about our adventures once it happens!  

And a Party Queen Gradation Nails from Etude House set, I was just lemming for this big gold sparkles which I saw online!  Then I have one!  Like I said, it pays to wish! :)  

 I won't be doing a Nail Art Tutorial on this but you'll see how this will be easily done, even for nail art newbies, when I do a review on this set!  Watch out for it!

Thanks to my friends from Ponds for sending me Ponds goodies and a limited edition "Mother of Pearl" necklace designed by Tweetie De Leon.

So radiantly beautiful like Tweetie...

And as if my gold isn't enough to bring luck for Year of the Dragon....look at the last haul I made before 2011 ended.  I nearly didn't bought this but Mr. AMW insisted I buy this as he saw the sparkle of my eyes when I tried this on.....

Gold Sparkly Shoes from ShoeBox

 Priced less than Php800.00

I have to share this story!  When I was a judge at Crissa's Dance Synergy, as one of the judges, I was called up on stage by Tony Tony of Magic 89.9 and they asked me what's "Fashoinable" for 2011...I blurted out "Sparkly GOLD!"  I must be a seer, as 2012 seems to be the year of Sparkly Gold!

Oh...before I end this post, let me share to you my New Year Makeup!  Bright lips for bright future!  *laughs*  I'll share to you the products I used in upcoming posts!

Happy 2012 from Mr. AMW and myself!
Keep that smile coming and staying positive helps!  *Promise*

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!