Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss in Coralista Review

Coralista lip gloss!  Rings a bell?

As you all know, these Plush lip glosses from Benefit were inspired by their popular blushes!  Unfortunately, I do not own all the famous blushes of Benefit but I'm glad that they came up with such idea!  Isn't it cute to pair a Coralista blush with Coralista Plush Lip Gloss?  It's a no-brainer blush and lip product matching!

At the most recent Benefit Bloggers Event (slash) almost sorority-type of event  *lol*, we were each given the newest product to join in our Benefit counter int he Philippines --- The Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss!   I nearly set this aside as I'm not a fan of anything with "plush" on a lip product as I have thick, full lips to start with!  'Nuff said!  I don't want to make it look like it has been stung by a bee! 

Just when I was in a rush to leave my home, I grabbed one lip product for retouch and it was the Benefit Coralista Lip Gloss.  I nearly drove back just to get the right lip retouch product but I was too late to even bother!  Was my evening miserable for bringing a wrong product?  Or did I end up with a hot, young (young talaga?) man because of my "Angelina JoLips"?  *laughs*  Kindly read on to know how I feel about this product!

Benefit says ---

Our new plush glosses glide on extra smooth and feel ahhh-mazingly silky & luxurious. The six irresistible shades, from sultry nudes to punchy pinks, come in soft-squeeze tubes with a custom tip designed for perfectly even application. Beauty bonus: They’re the perfect partners for our bestselling box o' powders!

• dandelion (soft pearly pink)
• dallas (dusty rose)
• sugarbomb (shimmering pinky nude)
• CORALista (sheer coral)
• bella bamba (sheer bright watermelon)
• hoola (shimmering golden nude)

Size: 15.0 mL, 0.5 US fl. oz
Ingredients:

Something New: Cynos Inside Hair Care

Last year, Cynos Inside Hair Care launched a party at Creations by Lourd Ramos at Glorietta 5, Makati!  The busy, working girl in me missed the fun cocktails but Kira lovingly brought these goodies for me from Makati to Shangri-la!  See Kira?  I won't forget goodwill ever! :)  

I have this inside my "stock" case for quite some time as I'm taking time finishing up hair products as I go through reviewing them one at a time.  I just had a Chroma Straight Makeover 2 weeks ago and a nice layered cut last weekend, it's time to do my job and pamper my hair!

CYNOS, the brand name, may sound unknown to many so I'm sharing to everyone what I know about the brand.  CYNOS is derived from the word CYNOSURE which signifies the ambition to lead the way to fashion.  CYNOS also translates to Cycle, Natural, Original, System.

This may sound Greek or French or Spanish to you, CYNOS was actually born in Korea!  That made me want to try the products more as most Asian hair products work better on my hair!  

CYNOS Pliancy Shampoo and Conditioner

"Contains Vitamin B3, its moisturizing ingredients softens and restores hair's elasticity.  Its gentle formula replenishes moisture, leaving hair pliant, shinier and healthier than ever.

The unique with deep moisturizing ingredients of the conditioner can effectively repairs damaged hair, hydrates and replenish lost moisture.  Its excellent formula restores hair elasticity leaving hair easy to comb, pliant and shiny."

 Balance Conditioner

"Also called as "Hair Perfume". It has white essence form that acts as a protective mask on hair.  Revives any colored or permed hair quickly, while its blue essence penetrates the hair with supplements and needed hair nutrition.  It prevents any unwanted odor making hair shiny, soft and manageable."

I have actually used this and this product smells so good! This works as hair conditioning spray at the same time makes my hair soft and smooth.

Only Freeze Spray

"Micro-fine non-aerosol spray with pro-vitamin and natural oil that protects hair from UV sunscreen.  Brushes out easily and fast drying."

My mom may not be into makeup or skincare but she loves to style her hair!  I must have gotten that from her as I love styling other people's hair too!  She's been buying this particular hair spray brand for the longest time and I gave this to her and she immediately forgot about her old spray and has been using this for months now!  She loves the scent and loves the fact that it doesn't leave residue.

CYNOS Nano Intensive Keratin Treatment

 "Enriched with fortifying proteins that helps repair, balance and nourish hair's condition brought about by excessive chemical use.  Its rich protein treatment is scientifically and specially formulated to damaged hair that helps restore and rejuvenate hair's natural structure and healthy shine. "

This is one product I'm most excited about.  Coming from a super sensitized hair!  Hair color, hair rebond etc... I'm looking forward to use this and revive my hair's natural structure!

Aside from what you see on photo below, CYNOS have a wide range of products to suit your hair's needs!  Feel free to smile and click HERE to learn more about their products.  Like them on Facebook.

Have you heard about this brand?
Are you willing to try brands that aren't that commercialized to treat your hair?
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Reviews: Sleek Blush in Flamingo

Sleek makeup brand, how I love thee!
It's one of those many few brands that are inexpensive yet delivers!  So far, I'm still very happy with my Sleek Paint Pout and my Sleek Eyeshadow Palettes so it's high time I say something about their blush!

A blush will always be an "upper lifter" for my overall look!  No matter how tired-looking my eyes are, wearing the right shade of blush can give me an instant lift!  That's why I choose my blush wisely because Mr. AMW will always be there to remind me if I look like a "drunken master" or someone who sidelined as a clown!  

Sleek says ---

A highly pigmented blusher to brighten and define cheekbones. The silky-fine formulation provides long lasting blusher which helps to create a subtle but radiant cheek area.

Apply using a small powder/blusher brush, by swirling the brush over the surface of the blusher. Tap off excess powder and apply onto the apples of the cheeks to emphasise your cheeks and your smile, or just below the cheek bone to create a sculpted look. 

Size: 8g
Ingredients:

AMW Bulletin: Be Porefessionally Pretty with Benefit and AMW!

Who's that gorgeous girl on photo below???  

That's Ms. Spy Gal!  And you'd think I'll announce "Nikki" huh?  I'm not that thick faced...yet!  *laughs*

On a more serious note, I was contacted by Benefit Philippines to be a guest "make up artist/teacher for the day" to teach 10 Benebabes how to be Porefessionally Pretty both day and night!  Aside from teaching tricks on how to do your makeup in a flash every morning, I will also inject some tips that I've learned through the years of "kaartehan" and "kakikayan".  I can also show you how "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!"  (in song and dance number!)  

Okay, forget the last part but it'll be an afternoon on Fun! Fun! Fun! with AMW and the Benefit Girls! 

When: June 23, 2012
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Where: Greenbelt 5
Details: Purchase Php3,000 worth of products including POREfessional to get your slot for free!  I was told aside from attendees going home with more knowledge on make up application, they will also be taking home some Benefit goodies!
*Call 729.98.54 for slot reservation.
** LIKE Benefit Philippines on Facebook and stay updated!

I am so excited to see you there!

Thanks to Benefit Philippines for appreciating my talent in singing and dancing!  *ahem* I mean, in teaching make up! :)

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Kiss Me Heavy Rotation Coloring Eyebrow Review

Are you proud of your eyebrows?

I must say, I'm one happy owner of a full and thick set of brows!  An everyday look isn't complete without me fixing my brows!  Whether I use pencils, powders, wax or brow gels, it always gives me the satisfaction of looking polished!

During my Tokyo trip, one of the many few makeup items I've been searching for was a nice, inexpensive, waterproof, sweat-proof brow gel that's light in color and doesn't have an orange tint!  Thank goodness almost all of of the brow gels I've seen have testers so I was able to trim down my choices and bought my first Kiss Me brand! 

Kiss Me, if it does sound familiar to you, is known for its mascara that has been raved by Beauty Bloggers worldiwde!  I haven't tried Kiss Me mascara but so far, with my experience on their eyebrow gel, seems this Japanese drugstore brand can go against the expensive counterparts!

The brand: Kiss Me 

*mwa*

Kiss Me says ---

(description taken from Sasa website)

Kiss Me Heavy Rotation Coloring Eyebrow is a multi-proof eyebrow mascara. It is water-proof. With the use of this eyebrow mascara, it gives you attractive & glamorous eyes. It is a good expression of eyebrow color. It has film-type colorant coating. High resistance to sweat, water, and sebum, while still easy for make-off cleansing. It contains panthenol as treatment ingredient for eyebrow nourishment. The specially designed "technical brush" allows an easy application and wearing of colors with the least possible drawings.
＊We have used our best efforts to accurately display the colors of the products, however the actual color you see will depend on your monitor and may not be accurate.

Color bought: 03 Ash Brown (Which is the lightest among the bunch inside the store)

Made in Japan