How to Curl Short, Sparse Lashes + Not Pinching Your Lids

"This is How I Do It" series is here and I'm doing a very simple post regarding eyelash curling!  Everyone should know how to curl their lashes by now right?  But for someone who has short, non-existent lashes and because I'm blessed with more challenges in life!  *laughs*  My left eye is a bit more hooded so I tend to hurt myself when I tried curling my lashes during my younger years!

Just in case, you suffer from the same situation as I do, fret no more!  After years of pinching, hurting and losing some eyelashes, I finally learned the simple tricks on how to deal this situation and best of all?  I'm sharing the tricks I learned to all of you! 

P.S. By the way, if you have long, full lashes, get out of here!  *envious* :P

Picking the right eyelash curler

I own several eyelash curlers through the years and expensive ones don't always equate as the best ones, there are some lucky individuals who can get away with inexpensive eyelash curlers but there are a lot of unlucky ones!  (me!)   That's probably the reason why Shu Uemura and Shiseido eyelash curlers are famous because of their ability to "fit in" smaller eyes. 

How to know your eyelash curler works for you?  Close your eyes and gently press your eyelash curler as seen on photo below.  If the curve fits the shape of your eyes, you got a nice curler on hand and hold on to it for life!  *lol* 

I learned about this trick when I was doing makeup on clients, there are clients whose eyes were curved in a different way both my Shiseido and Shu Uemura lash curlers can't seem to fit thus, no matter how much I try, I can't seem to reach to their lashes.  If that's the case, invest in a heated lash curler like that of ModelCo or Blinc. (I've reviewed both in the past so please click the brand name for reviews.)

AMW Reviews: Avon Ideal Luminous Blush in Peach

Who among our readers can still remember the differences of Go, Grow and Glow foods?  

*Laughs*  The reason for such topic is because I remembered having the easiest time to memorize "Glow" Foods!  Why?  Well, there must be the love for inner glow as young as elementary that I didn't know!

"Glow Foods", by the way, if you don't mind me getting all nerdy and proud are foods rich in vitamins and minerals.  These are the types of food that makes us feel and look beautiful!  

Speaking about "glow", Avon came up with a blush called Ideal Luminous!  As the name states, this product were expected by yours truly to give me the nice glow I need especially these days that I'm feeling physically crappy! :)

 The shade I got is called "Peach"

Avon says ---

Get the perfect pop of color and make your skin glow even brighter with Avon's Ideal Luminous Blush in three lovely shades.  It has SPF15 for added sun protection.

Available shades: Peach, Rose Lustre, Cool Plum

Ingredients:
 

AMW says ---
Pros

• Housed in a nice compact with good quality mirror.
• Comes with a free blush brush.
• The luminous blush has good pigmentation.  
• Appears very natural and has a nice glow without the obvious sparkles.
• Can get away without using any face highlighters.

 Cons

• The powder can get a bit too messy which isn't a huge deal.
• Limited shades available.

Overall
Good pigmentation.  Easy to apply.  Works for most skin types.

Tips

• Use the brush that comes with the compact for retouch.
• Wipe off excess powder to prevent case from getting messy.
• For a more natural look: Use a regular powder or blush brush and apply on apples of your cheeks.
• For a little bit of contouring: Use an angled blush brush or use the brush that comes with the product for a defined look.
• To keep blush color for the whole day, use a similar shade cream blush underneath.
  

Will I repurchase?
Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
Anyone looking for natural-looking blush that gives a nice glow!

Where to purchase and how much?

Ideal Luminous Blush is available for Php370.00 (approx $8.60)  exclusively through Avon Representatives nationwide.  Log on to www.avon.com.ph to find out how to contact your Avon Rep.  Follow them on Facebook and Twitter via (@AvonPH).

Photos

The free brush isn't the best of quality but it's not bad as well! I enjoy using this for quick touch-ups.

The shade Peach has millions of nice sparkles that are almost invisible upon application but gives a nice "sheen" on the area that was applied.

Swatch of Peach shade on fingers

 The messy powder that needs to be cleaned after every use.

Applied on clean face with just a tiny amount of face powder underneath.

A little is enough for people who have fair and medium skin.  Dark skinned individuals may need to apply more for the color to show up even better.

Overall effect of Avon's Ideal Luminous Blush in Peach 

Have you tried any Avon Blush?
This is actually a first Avon blush of mine and so far, I'm very happy!

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(Product sent for PR purposes.  Reviews 100% mine.  Please purchase at your own discretion.)

Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF50 PA+++ Review

Happy Monday AMW friends!  How was your weekend?  My weekend turned out really well amidst my morning sickness!  I was able to attend our 15th year high school reunion plus the birthday party of my friend's cute daughters!  It was fun catching up with great friends!

Now let me share to you the sun block that I have been using months ago even before I got pregnant!  My Doctor advised me its okay to use my skincare regimen (as I don't use any whitening or acne treatment products).  With Doctor's go signal, I find myself pushing most of my "scented" skincare products away as my nose get really sensitive!  

I may share to everyone my pregnant skin and makeup regimen in the future but I'm thanking the heavens above that I don't need to give up my face sun block!  The Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily UV Defense sun block  is fragrance-free!

Kiehl's says ---

Weekend Food Tripping at: Yoogane

One of the many unforgettable restaurants I've tried in Korea is called Yoogane!  It was random walking when we suddenly saw the familiar restaurant sign which I get to know about base on my research prior to Seoul Trip!

The experience was wonderful!  And after a nice dinner at Il Terrazzo for my dad's birthday, Keith and I were both excited to see Yoogane sign!  Fast forward to a couple of weeks, we've decided to give this restaurant a visit together with my family (this time, for my brother's birthday)!  The restaurant has "Soft Opening" written at the front door but that didn't stop us from giving this restaurant a try!

Free appetizers

Yoogane's Marinated Chicken Galbi

Php210.00 (approx $4.90)

Their bestselling Chicken Galbi is a bit different in taste as the ones we had in Korea.  Nevertheless, the taste is as good!  Spicy Chicken strips mixed with various vegetables.  Bear in mind that the marinate are fixed, you can't request for levels of spiciness! 

 Char-grilled Chicken Galbi

Php220.00 (approx $5.10)

The look is almost the same as Yoogane's Marinated Chicken Galbi but this one is a bit more flavorful and has more spice!  The chicken are very tender.

Marinated Chicken Galbi and Assorted Seafood

Php240.00 (approx $5.60)

To be honest, all 3 dishes ordered can be mixed all together as the sauce all tastes the same!  Since we just wanted to check out if there's any difference amongst the dishes, we've decided to have them separated.  But overall, I'm not complaining, the meat are all cut in think slices which permits the marinade to penetrate into the meat making each bite bursting with flavors and spices.

Grilled Pork Belly Strips

Php180.00 (approx $4.18)

I'm not a fan of anything with fats visible to the naked eyes but this one is a winner!  The Grilled Pork Belly Strips was mistakenly put on our table but it was a wonderful  mistake as we ended up ordering another!

This would even be more perfect if wrapped on fresh lettuce!  Yummy!

Beef Bulgogi

Php220.00 (approx $5.12)

Because my poor dad can't handle any spicy food, we ordered separate dish for him that's "fire-tongue" safe!  The Beef Bulgogi is a cooked marinated meat using a grill. 

Thin slices of beef were marinated to enhance its flavor also making the beef tender on each bite!  Overall, the dish is worth ordering!

Free Yakult to save your burning tongue at the end of the meal!

Overall, I can't complain about the service as "Soft Opening" sign was written at the doorway, but I would love it more if service will be quicker in the future as we have to wait for at least 15 minutes for each dish to arrive, which in turn, made our rice cold!  The ambiance is really good and perfect for group of friends and family!  I hope the restaurant could accommodate more than 4 individuals on each table as most tables are good for 4!

The restaurant accepts cash and credit card.  Service fee is included in the bill.

Yoogane

G/F IL Terrazzo Mall, 305 Tomas Morato Ave 

cor Sct Madriñan St Laging Handa, Quezon City  

Tel no: (632) 966-2348

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Thanks Maven Magazine for the Feature!

I was contacted by Eric, the managing editor of the women's bi-monthly magazine called Maven a couple of months ago to feature me on their "Status Update" section.  

It was a Q&A portion that I originally thought was exciting enough to have my tiny voice printed out on glossies!  Then came August-September "Maja Salvador" issue.

Mr. AMW immediately bought me my own copy and I started scanning the magazine starting from the back (as I originally thought it would be somewhere at the back portion.) and imagine the excitement when I was AskMeWhats was actually featured full page!  

Please buy your own company of August-September issue as I talk about my favorite products, beauty tricks and my blog! 

Thank you so much Maven Magazine for making my "I didn't know it was a dream of mine" dream came true!

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