Sunday, February 3, 2013

Weekend Food Trip at: Ristras

Happy Sunday!
Any plans to dine out today?  I'm really not sure where I'm heading off today but wherever I may be, I'm sure there's going to be food around as baby and I need to eat at least every 2-3 hours! *winks*  Perfect excuse for me to eat more! 

A couple of weeks ago, I had a trial makeup client around San Juan so Mr. AMW and I have decided to use our Deal Grocer voucher which we bought online!  Mr. AMW have tried Ristras and wanted me to visit the said restaurant myself!  I believe he enjoyed his first meal there!


Ristras' Well-Loved Bestsellers for Sharing with Drinks
Php475.00 (approx $11.88) 
Originally priced at Php675.00 

 Ball Park Nachos
I find this to be a bit of a let down as the chips tastes great but there wasn't enough of the cheese and toppings!  So we ended up eating half of the nachos on its own.

 

 Tres Quesadillas
Since I wasn't in the mood for Burrito, I picked Tres Quesadillas and it was a good decision!  We get 3 pices of quesadilla wrap and we get to try 3 different meat!  Beef, Pork and Chicken!  My favorite is the chicken and looks could be deceiving, these 3 pieces are good to share and Mr. AMW and I left the restaurant with a full stomach!

The deal came with 2 cans of Soda!  It was perfect after a tiring day! 

Ristra's San Juan is located at the corner, you won't get attracted to the restaurant on the outside but once you get inside, the cozy interior with cute t-shirts hanged on the wall was a great conversation starter!  I love how comfortable the place was and you can either eat here alone or with friends and family who are into Mexican dishes!
 

Overall, I would go back and give their other dishes a try!  This time, maybe I'll give 9 Layer Dip Nachos a try, some reviews said its better than the ones I had!

Ristras
Unit 106 J Abad Santos 
cor Lopez Jaena Little Baguio, San Juan  
(632) 570-8159

Have you tried Ristra's?
Any particular dish I should order on my next visit?


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Saturday, February 2, 2013

AMW Reports: Benefit Staff Workshop at B Spot

It was very early Saturday morning that I was back at the B Spot (Benefit Philippines Office).  I haven't been back in this place since my first ever visit a year ago before Benefit officially opened in the Philippines (read post HERE).

This time, I'm back not to check out Benefit products but I'm back to do the thing I love most --- Teach about makeup!  The Benebabes, who are my students for the day, are already experts in their field but just like me, they're always open for training to gain more knowledge!  I am so happy and honored I was chosen to do this job!

To start off the class, I think it is very important to stress about skincare and we did a bit of chit chat learning about each other's skin!  


Since all the girls were stripped off with makeup, they immediately told me their concern on under eye circles and spots!  How to get rid of them?  Everyone tried my "trick" on how to use the Benefit's Erase Paste


We also continued with foundation application using Hello Flawless and the right way to apply foundation while keeping the "concealer" intact.  Everyone, please say: "Pat! Pat! Pat!"


What's the best way to enhance one's look?  By fixing your brows!  These Benebabes sure knows how to fix anyone's brows and it was a fun day as we discussed about different brow shapes!


The girls work as a team!  They do each other's makeup and learn from each other as well!

Day time eye makeup was also done and it all boils down to the eye shape of each individual!  I do not believe in creating ONE eye makeup for everybody!  I believe that each individual have different eye shapes and we need to dive into the best eye makeup for each eye shapes!

All the girls working their way to prettify their partner as I move next to Aubrey who doesn't have a partner so I have to do half of her face as she does the other half!

Here are the simple makeovers done by the Benefit team!

Benefit's Chief Fun Officer Aubrey

Benefit's Marketing Executive Paula


3 Gorgeous Store Managers from 
Benefit Glorietta, Greenbelt and Shangri-La Mall!




It was a full 4 hours fun workshop that I won't forget!  I am happy the girls left the office with added knowledge from yours truly and I have to admit, I learned so much more about the brand and the products they offer that same day!



As for YOU who are not working at the said company, I have some workshops lined up at various Benefit stores!  To start off, I have one today at Benefit Greenbelt 5 Boutique!  To get updated on other schedules and their locations, Please LIKE Benefit Phlippines on Facebook for updates!  I can't wait to share my makeup knowledge to you!
Thank you so much Benefit Philippines for the trust!


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Friday, February 1, 2013

AMW Bulletin: The Big Majolica Majorca Mascara Face Off + 40% off on Lash King!

Dear Philippine Readers:
This year Majolica Majorca has something for their fans!  The Big Majolica Majorca Face Off!

What to expect?  Well, Majolica Majorca will show you how great Lash King is and how it will compare to your favorite mascaras in terms of volumizing, lengthening, thickening and curling effect!  Check out the big challenge yourself on the following schedules ---

February 8-10 SM Makati
February 22-24 SM North Edsa.


And not only that, to celebrate the wonderful effect of Lash King, on the dates mentioned above, they will also be offering Lash King for only Php499.00 (approx $12.48) from its original price of Php795.00 (approx $19.88)!  That's 40% off so better stock up on the favorite mascara of yours as you can even get a coupon of 20% off for your next purchase! 



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Will you be there to take the challenge? 


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This Year, My Favorite Red Lipstick Is....

Happy first day of February!  My favorite month of the year!  Aside from being a "love" month, it is the month of my birthday!

To celebrate the month of hearts (though I celebrate it every month!), I would like to share to you my favorite red lipstick for the year!

On a normal day, you won't see me wearing red lipstick except on special occasions or probably special date nights!  Why?  Well, I may have found a couple of good red lipstick brands that works for my skin tone but I find it difficult to maintain them for the rest of the day without worrying much on lip dryness.

Yes, red lipstick can MAKE or BREAK a look!  (And I experience that within 24 hours!)  It MAKEs me look sexy upon application but several hours after, it BREAKs my look with the crocodile red lips that chaps, cracks and bleeds!  (not sexy!)

Recently, I've shared to everyone my SOS KIT that I received from CloseUp White Now (read post HERE). From that kit, I was able to find my best red lipstick to date!  No wonder it's pricey, luxurious, gorgeous --- it's from Coco Chanel!


Rouge Coco in Gabrielle

For the first time, I've found a red lipstick that doesn't require me to "prep" my lips several minutes prior to application!  I don't need to exfoliate my lips with a damp toothbrush or apply a lip gloss on top just to make sure the crocodile lips in me doesn't show up midday! 
Rouge Coco is creamy and soft in texture making it easy for me to apply straight from tube.

Before and After Photo of me
wearing Gabrielle


I have tested wearing this product the whole day and so far, it does wear off after eating and drinking but I can easily re-apply the lip color and my lips would remain moisturized!  The added plus factor?  The gorgeous shade which is true red, neither warm nor cool so I would imagine any women of any skin color would look good in this!

This classic red shade also helps make my teeth appear whiter even Mr. AMW exclaimed: "Okay ah!" while taking a shot of my lips!

AMW wearing Rouge Coco in Gabrielle 
Proud to say: "I'm comfortable and confident with this!"
Have you found a perfect red lipstick for the year 2013?
What's the brand and shade?

So far, I have found great red lipsticks over the past years but the Rouge Coco Lipstick from Chanel is extraordinary in terms of its moisturizing properties and of course, the price!  This is definitely pricier than your regular lipsticks but I don't mind splurging once in awhile for my oh-so-poor dry lips!  If you're born with soft and supple lips...drop down on your knees and thank the heavens! *winks*


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Thursday, January 31, 2013

AMW Reviews: Yves Rocher Eye Make-up Remover with Camomile

I use makeup remover on a daily basis like I would do for my regular skincare regimen!  Even with various Cleansing Oils on hand, I prefer to wipe my eye makeup first with a separate eye makeup remover before moving forward to cleansing oils then facial cleanser!  

No wonder I finish these products so fast I couldn't keep track on the different brands I've tried!  (I probably need to browse through my own reviews!  lol).

After I "hit the pan" with my Benefit Remove It Makeup Remover, I'm left with one "opened" makeup remover from Face of Australia so I told myself it's time to try another one! I do have this sickness of opening 2 similar products for comparison.

I got the Yves Rocher Eye Make-up Remover during my visit at their Trinoma branch.  I was told by SA that this is very gentle and works for sensitive eyes!

Yves Rocher says ---
Yves Rocher Eye Make Up Remover with Chamomile is specially formulated for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.  Gently eliminates all traces of eye makeup.  Soothes and leaves behind a feeling of freshness. No rinsing necessary. Formula tested under ophtalmological supervision.  Paraben free formula. 

Size: 118 ml
Ingredients:








AMW says ---
Pros
  • Simple packaging, easy to control the amount or product needed.
  • Removes all traces of eye makeup, brow products and non-waterproof mascara and liners.
  • Faint floral smell.
  • Doesn't sting or irritate my eyes.
  • Doesn't feel heavy or oily.
  • Has Camomile which may help relax your eye area.
Cons
  • Does not completely remove waterproof liner and mascara.
Overall
A good eye makeup remover for very sensitive eyes plus the added camomile which is a huge plus to help soothe and relax tired eyes.  The product can remove most eye shadows but leaves a tiny amount of waterproof liner and mascaras.

Tips
  • For this product to be effective, apply a good amount of Yves Rocher Eye Make-up remover with camomile in a clean cotton pad, leave the pad directly on your closed lids and gently massage the product outwards.  This method makes it easier for me to "melt off" makeup.
  • For liners and mascara, take extra time to remove with a cotton bud.
  • Extra tip: Apply a good amount of product and leave it with your eyes closed.  The camomile will help relax and soothe tired eyes.
  • Leave the product inside the fridge for an extra cooling effect as you remove your eye makeup.
  • Though this is a no-rinse formula, I prefer to wash off everything with your choice of facial cleanser before going to bed.
Will I repurchase?
Yes.

To whom do I recommend this to?
People with very gentle and sensitive eyes.

Where to purchase and how much?
Locally for Php380.00 (approx $9.50) at Yves Rocher  TriNoma Mall, SM North Edsa The Block, SM South Mall, SM Fairview and Ayala Center Cebu.

Photos


A closer look on the packaging.  
You can easily control the amount of "drops" you need.


For complete eye makeup remover, I prefer using a cotton pad, apply a good amount of Yves Rocher Eye Make-up Remover with Camomile and leave it for a couple of seconds as shown on photo below.  This does not only melt makeup but soothes my tired eyes at the end of the day.

Without much rubbing, this is the amount of product that was removed after leaving the make-up remover for around 20-30 seconds.  Extra step may be needed (like cleaning mascara and liner with cotton bud) if you use waterproof eye products.

Have you tried Yves Rocher Eye Make-up Remover with Camomile?
If not, have you tried any eye make-up remover that works for your eyes?

I have tried quite a number of eye makeup removers and I'm glad to say goodbye to eye makeup removers that put me to tears!  Companies are coming up with more lightweight make-up removers that works even for the most sensitive eyes!

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