AMW Reports: Estee Lauder's Exclusive Signature Services

Over the weekend, I was invited by Estee Lauder's Brand Coordinator Liz to check out Estee Lauder Rustan's Shangri-La's newer counter and learn about the "Feel Beautiful In Minutes" Signature Services!

Before we talk about the Signature services, I was amazed with how Estee Lauder transformed into a "haven" for girls who like to pamper oneself!

 **photo taken from Estee Lauder Philippines

Something New: Majolica Majorca 2012 Summer - Psychedelicious

When Majolica Majorca unveils its new collection, all eyes will always be on her.  This Summer of 2012 makes no difference, Psychedelicious Candy Coated Makeup, is definitely a head-turner!

We had a sneak peek a week ago and all the testers were laid out in front of us as we excitedly tried on the new collection!  

Bloggers who can play along with the collection while having dinner!  (Yes, that's a talent!)  

This is the exciting part, available this month of June 2012....Psychedelicious Collection!

Lash King (BR666 Brown)

Php795.00 (approx $18.50)

Achieve king-sized lashes with super long, mega thick, maximum volume.  

Now in brown color to give a softer impression and sophisticated look.

I have yet to try this mascara though most of the beauty bloggers that night were raving about this.  I'm still stuck with my favorite Lash Enamel Glamour Volume On.

Brow and Lash Colorist (BR333/BR555)

Php595.00 (approx $13.80)

Color your brow and lashes brown to match your hair color and makeup

This is my personal favorite.  Since my last trip in Japan, I can honestly say, Japanese makes WONDERFUL brow products!  I have tested different brands of brow gel testers during my trip and consistently get good results!  This one from Majolica Majorca is no exception!  And the price excites us!  We do not need to pay a fortune for a good brow product!

 Cream Pencil Liner (BR677)

Php595.00 (approx $13.80)

Creamy smooth texture. 

 Stay-put defined line.  

Waterproof pencil liner.

 I haven't gotten the chance to try any of the Majolica Majorca pencil liners even from the past collections!  So your thoughts will be very much appreciated!  But so far, for the night, fellow Beauty Blogger Jheng tested this Cream Pencil Liner and tried rubbing it off and had a very hard time!  This must be super waterproof!

Puff de Cheek (PK415/RD414)

Php795.00 (approx $18.50)

Enjoy patting with this puff!

A lightly tinted colored pop blush.

Ooooohhh this is another one of those episodes in my head that says: "A girl can't have too many blushes!"  Gosh!  I just want to collect them all!  I tried applying PK415 (pink) on my cheeks that night and came home with a nice pinkish flush on my cheeks!  It stayed amidst the super hot and humid weather!

LE Honey Pump Gloss Neo RS456

Php295.00 (approx $7.00)

Rich lip gloss in  melting honey gloss candy color for voluminous lips

  I don't need voluminous lips but I am loving the shade!  It reminds me so much of a fresh strawberry jam!

LE Artistic Nail

Price TBA

Quick-dry Nail Enamel Paints

LE Popping Shower Powder

Php695.00 (approx $16.00)

Beat the summer heat!  Get fresh sparkling body with popping sweet aroma.

Another crowd favorite!  The scent was so sweet and we love how the powder glides smoothly over our arms and legs!  Even at the dark, we can see a nice sparkle the powder gives!  

Which product caught your attention?
I'm definitely going for the Brow and Lash Colorist, the Puff de Cheek (both shades) and of course, it's a must for me to try Lash King after hearing all the raves that night!

*note: all photos taken from website

**Like Majolica Majorca Philippines on Facebook to stay updated with new collections!
 

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Stay happy!

Revlon Colorstay 16 Hours Eye Shadow Review

Ah Revlon Eye Shadows....

When will they create a pigmented version of the shades that I really love?  I have a soft spot for Revlon foundations especially the Age Defying, Custom Creations and ColorStay.  Lip products?  They are mostly wonderful!  Nail polishes?  You know how much I love them as they are not too expensive yet the quality is as good as the pricier counterparts!

This time, did Revlon FINALLY come up with better eye shadows?  Ah hah!  I can make a BET with each one of you and win tons of money!  *evil laugh* 

Seriously speaking, at the back of my head, I'm hoping: "This is it!"  Or wasn't it?  Read on....

Something New: Solenn's New Viral Video for Vitress

Cute webisode entitled "Maayusan Mo Kaya" by the gorgeous Solenn Heusaff.  I've met this girl in person and she's seriously gorgeous from head to toe!  I think Vitress made the right decision choosing her!

Like Vitress on Facebook to get updated on more webisodes.

Have you tried Vitress hair product?
I personally haven't so let me know if it worked for you like what's shown on video :)

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Stay Happy!

AMW Reviews: Lancome Teint Miracle

Good morning everyone!  It's yet, another start of the week but local readers will be having another break on Tuesday!  June 12 is the Philippine Independence Day!  

Speaking about independence, isn't it great how we get to live the life we choose to live?  As we wake up everyday, we should thank God for giving us a chance to be who we are and do the things we love to do!  Don't forget to tell the people you love how much you love and appreciate them okay? 

A couple of weeks ago, I was sent my first Lancome liquid foundation, I have always wanted to try the brand as I heard they make good foundation that has the coverage minus the heavy feel!  I have also been stalking (specifically) Lancome's Teint Miracle as I have read various reviews by international bloggers on how this is such a moisture-magnet type of foundation!  I know, I've always been complaining about my dry skin but this time, this "need" and "want" isn't for selfish reasons.   I've been longing to get my hands on this product because I need more foundation choices for my mature (and still gorgeous) clients!

Thankfully, I have a couple of wedding packages booked for the past weeks so I was able to road test the Lancome Teint Miracle at work and of course!  At the same time, I've been trying this out myself! 

Lancome says ---

Natural light creator
Lancome invents its first foundation that boosts skin's surface radiance and reproduce inner light.

10 times less powders, for weightless perfection
This fresh veil smoothes, unifies and erases imperfections - resulting in perfectly natural and sublimely nude complexion.

18H moisture
Enriched with almost 40% of water (v.s. an average of 20%) and natural softening Rose extracts, this luxurious formula melts into skin to provide 18-hour moisturizing action.

Size: 30ml


Ingredients:


Available in 8 shades

AMW says ---

Pros

• Nice pump packaging, product housed in a glass.  (insider tip:  you can easily clean up the bottle by twisting the pump and reuse it!)

• Very lightweight.
• No weird scent.
• No skin allergic reactions.
• Blends well and creates a nice natural looking skin.
• Light to medium-heavy coverage. (Build-able coverage)
• Moisturizing!
• Does not settle into fine lines.
• Skin looks healthy but never glittery nor shiny.

Cons

• Oil-control isn't as good as other foundations.
• Price
• Super problematic skin may find them piling up on this foundation, it's no biggie as the foundation NEVER feels heavy but it is quite pricey to pile on a lot!  Easier to finish up a bottle.
• Designed specifically for Asian skin, our friends from the west may find this range a bit too yellow/orange for their skin.  Don't fret though, base on research, I think Lancome came out with a whole different range meant for you.  Asian versions are made and formulated in Japan.

Overall

Tried and tested on myself and on mature clients, the Lancome Teint Miracle can be used even without moisturizer underneath, it never sets into fine lines and it gives a nice, youthful glow.  Clients appreciate the "lightweight" feel and I certainly agree (after pulling this product in and out of my train case as I enjoyed using this as well!).  The best asset for this product is its ability to make you look like you have naturally good skin without the obvious foundation look.  The only set back is the price.

Tips

• Shake well before use.
• Oily skin may go for Lancome Maquiliquide UV Infinite which is meant for oily/combination skin.
• Apply using a foundation brush is the best tool for me.  I use the right amount of foundation without wastage.
•  If you have dry/oily combination skin, apply Lancome Teint Miracle on your drier areas and apply only a thin layer on the oilier area.  Set with your choice of oil-control setting powder or powder foundation.
• For full coverage, finish off with a heavy coverage powder foundation.  It seals the deal.
• If you feel that most concealer could settle into the lines below your eyes, use this foundation and spot conceal the darkness without the heavy feel.
• Before you purchase the product, ask help from Lancome's SA to help pick the right shade for you.  Best to have them apply the product on one side of your face and check how the shade matches your neck.

Will I repurchase?
 Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
This product is best used for people with normal to combination skin and are willing to shell out a bit more for liquid foundation because of the super lightweight feel.

I also found out after using this on some of my makeup gigs that this foundation works so well on mature skin.

Where to purchase and how much?
At local Lancome Boutique for Php2,200 (approx $50.00).

Product shots and swatch

Shade: O-04

 (O is Ochre while BO is Beige Ochre) 

Beige Ochre has a bit more yellow tone than Ochre

O-04 can be used by medium to medium dark skinned individuals

Left photo- bare face

Right photo - with a layer of Lancome Teint Miracle in O-04

A thin layer of Lancome's Teint Miracle gives me an even, light coverage.  The mole on my left cheek as seen on the after photo (right) is blurred out and some of the redness on the sides of my nose was lessened.  The good thing about this foundation is the wonderful fact that it still looks like my skin. 

Keep in mind that if you have scars, zits or pigmentation, a concealer is still needed for extra coverage.

Left photo - with a thin layer of Lancome Teint Miracle

Right photo - set with a thin layer of L'Oreal White Perfect Pearl Duo Foundation in Golden Ivory

Coverage from light to medium can easily be done without piling a lot of products, setting the liquid foundation with a medium coverage powder foundation will give an extra coverage and oil control that you need.

A photo of me wearing Lancome's Teint Miracle several hours after the "kiddie party".  The effect was very natural even with flash. (Thanks Mr. Ronald McDonald and Hamburglar for taking a photo with us!  LOL)

Have you tried Lancome foundations?
What's your favorite Lancome product?

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(Product received for review.  Opinions 100% mine.  Please purchase at your own discretion.)