I Wonder: "Any Fragrance-Free Lip Moisturizers Out There?"

During my first trimester of pregnancy, I was one of the "lucky" pregnant women who suffer from heightened sense of smell!  I am not joking when I tell you that I literally vomit within seconds upon opening up a tub of face cream!  It was during those times I realized, keeping myself beautiful isn't a priority anymore!  Steering clear from vomiting is definitely the number ONE priority back then!  

Who cares about smooth, moisturized skin or lesser under eye circles when you feel like throwing up all the time?  I would love to raise my hands with you ladies but unfortunately, when my lips were starting to crack and bleed, I told myself I have to take action and search for non-scented skincare and lip care products!

UNFORTUNATELY, it wasn't easy!  Petroleum jelly?  Sad to say, they still have a specific "petroleum jelly-ish" scent!  Mint?  Who says mint-scented lip moisturizers can help stop you from throwing up?  Trust me, it didn't work!

So off I went to search for a non-scented lip products and I wasn't able to find any!  (or I wasn't looking close enough!).

Thankfully, my sister-in-law told me about the Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Moisturizer with SPF15 that she bought during our Hong Kong trip and immediately offered it to me!  Because of that, I was able to smile in this photo!

Photo taken during my first trimester without makeup on 

except Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Moisturizer!

 

I wasn't able to take a product shot of it so I grabbed one over the internet.  (source)

"Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Moisturizer softens, smoothes and protects dry, chapped lips with no waxy feel.  This moisture-enriched formula soothes and conditions your lips, keeping them healthy looking and soft in all weather.  Contains a PABA-free SPF 15 sunblock for added protection from the sun.  Leaves lips soft, smooth and moisturized.  Fragrance-free."                                                                        

Bare lips applied with a layer of 

Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Moisturizer

Overall, I can't say it's the best lip balm out there but it's the best in terms of protecting my lips from extreme dryness during my most sensitive pregnancy days!  I'm sure not all pregnant women are as lucky as I am to have a sister-in-law who shared to me her fragrance-free lip moisturizer so it's time to help other sensitive noses out there!

I wonder:
"Any other fragrance-free lip moisturizers out there
 that you know of?"

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Estee Lauder Pure Color Sheer Matte Lipstick in Rebel Review

Estee Lauder came up with a new lipstick range called Pure Color Sheer Matte Lipsticks.  Don't be fooled by its' name (as I was totally fooled!)  I was expected a lip balm texture, very sheer tinted lip color like most regular "sheer lipsticks" are, but boy oh boy was I wrong!

The Pure Color Sheer Matte Lipstick aside from having a good amount of pigmentation fooled me not once but twice!  I was expecting a matte textured lipcolor but this came off with a good amount of sheen!  

Okay, are you confused?  Well, let's get confused together and read my thoughts on using this product!

Something New: Benetton Body Mists

I have always looked up to "United Colors of Benetton" in terms of its' driving force to "Unite People" of all ages, skin tone and sexes.  The concept of the company has always been shown on various print ads and I love each and every one of them!

As we all know, we are living in the world of diversity especially with the presence of internet, the world has become "one" and has been a source of inspiration to everyone!  I have to say, I was inspired by international bloggers all across the globe!  

Being "ONE" doesn't necessarily mean we have to be the same as the rest of the world!  Inspired by diversity, finally, a new collection was made from all ingredients around the world for us to show our individuality ---

The Body Mists Collection

by United Colors of Benetton

Php499.95 (approx $12.50)

"Use the World As Your Inspiration"

Currently, I have 2 scents on hand in which I love to depend on for everyday freshness!  

• Refreshing Apple - "The Scent reminds the Australian beaches and makes you feel like if you were surfing on a refreshing apple wave."
• Arousing Watermelon - "The Scent reminds the unexpected South African vibe and lets you feel the fresh watermelon vibe."

**Note: Details of scents taken from United Colors of Benetton.

With the new fresh and inexpensive body mists available from Benetton, are you willing to give these inexpensive body mists a try?  

I am glad United Colors of Benetton is coming up with more variation of scents!  The most recent Benetton Nero and Benetton Bianco has been a hit in the AMW household!  I've been saving mine while Mr. AMW was probably spritzing like crazy! :P

** Benetton Body Mists are available at Fresh Fragrance Bar stores located at Eastwood Mall, Alabang Town Center, Abreeza Mall, Marquee Mall, Lucky China Town and Centrio Mall.

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Nail Art Tutorial: Colorful Leopard Prints

Happy Tuesday AMW friends!  Today, I will be sharing another very simple nail art design good for short nails and even better for first time nail art designers!  As my tummy is growing bigger and bigger each week, I've decided to keep my nail art designs as simple as possible as I'm getting ready to be the busy "mom" I'll soon be!  

Animal prints have alway been an easy yet "head turner" type of nail art design.  This time, to create a lively vibe on the usual Leopard Print, I've decided to make it colorful!  Of course, there's no such Leopard in this world with such colorful prints but we can always bend rules and create nail art designs we like!

Step 1:

Apply 2 coats of your preferred base.  Since I want to make the colorful prints pop, I've decided to use a matte white polish from Orly Nail Lacquer called Day Glow.  Let dry.

AMW Reviews: Sleek Face Form Kit (Light)

Hi Ho everyone!  

Did you rest well over the weekend?  I sure did and I can't wait to share another review on a new found Face Form Kit from Sleek!  Sleek MakeUp has been known internationally for creating good quality makeup with a price that makes us (consumers) smile!  I haven't tried much from this brand but based on my past SLEEK Makeup experience ---

Sleek MakeUp PPQ Me Myself and Eye

Sleek MakeUp Blush in Flamingo

Sleek MakeUp Pout Paints

Looking back at my previous reviews, all of them gain positive reviews from me so I can't wait to give the Sleek MakeUp Face Form Kit a try!  I know most AMW readers are on a hunt for good, inexpensive face contour/highlight kit that works!  Could this be it?  Could this be love? *singing*

Sleek Face Form Kit in Light

L-R Contour Powder, Highlight Powder and Blush