AMW Makeovers: Trial Makeup For Soon-To-Be-Bride

Happy Tuesday AMW friends!

I thought having a baby would stop me from doing what I love most, makeovers! 

Thankfully, I have clients who are very understanding!  I got a call for a trial makeup and it was a Saturday where no one can look after my baby!  So off I went with Baby AMW and thankfully, he was such an angel that day (and most days) he behaved while mommy worked! 

Meet soon-to-be-bride A, A is not used to putting on makeup so I was very particular in making sure she's very comfortable on every step.  I also explained to her that Bridal makeup is a bit tricky, eventhough she wanted to look very natural (no makeup look), her face will definitely be more made up than the usual daily makeup routine due to flash photography, extreme sunlight on that very special day.

Here's my take on makeup that make her look more vibrant (aka IN LOVE) yet she still looks like herself!

Client Skin: Combination (Dry/Normal)
Request: Natural makeup

New Product Alert! The Maybelline ColorSensational Pink Alert

I used to remember going "ga-ga" over finding the perfect pink lipstick that celebrities were wearing several years ago before the crazed MAC Pink Nouveau!  I told myself I will find the perfect "pink" lipstick shade that won't cost an arm and leg and there I was at a Maybelline counter swatching on different PINK lipsticks I could find!  And you thought it'll take me hours?  You're wrong!  There was around 1 or max 2 PINK lipsticks and unfortunately, they weren't even close to the pink lipstick shade that I want!

Who would've thought Maybelline took this "PINK LIPSTICK CRAZE" seriously and created a range for the LOVE of PINK!

That's PINK ALERT by ColorSensational

And the best part?  You won't hear reasons of not wearing pink because you look sick on them!  They created shades made specically for different skin tones (from warm, cool and neutral)!

And I got all 4!!! Perfect for makeup artists like me as I definitely have loads of request from clients for pink lippie and I have 1 for every girl!  

AMW Bulletin: MAC Maleficent Collection

By the time you're reading this, I'm probably sleepy, tired yet very happy prettifying 10 heads for a wedding!  Ahhh the joys of working with makeup!

Do I have enough?  YES!
Do I want more?  YES! (sounds selfish) but I really do!  Especially with MAC!  They always come up with 3-4 collections in a month I can hardly breathe!  And this collection is no exception!

I'm still moping that I didn't get the chance to attend a block screening for Disney's Maleficent and I heard nothing but rave reviews of Mareng Angelina Jolie!  *sigh*  I was just telling Mr. AMW we are on a "no movie date night" mode until Kyle is probably..hmm..5 years old?  *laughs*  So back to the collection....

This collection is so dark..yet so sexy!  I like the deep, blood red shade of lipstick, lipglass and lip pencil and the extra products to enhance the eyes!  And oh, let's not forget the exaggerated contouring done on Angelina Jolie so I'm not surprised a Sculpting Powder is included in this collection!

 

AMW Bulletin: What's Up Sampleroom?

One of the many blessings I thank as a Blogger is ME being a Sample Room Blogger.

When I was asked to join this group, I didn't hesitate one bit (aside from the fact that one of the founding member is a good friend of mine), I totally agree with the mission of this group....

To Try Before You Buy!

If you are a long time reader of my blog, you do know how much I encourage you to ask for samples (if applicable) especially if you're eyeing for a product that costs an arm and leg!  Okay, that's exaggerating but you know what I mean!  I can definitely call myself a smart buyer as 99% of my purchases, I'm usually satisfied because I always take ample time in research and a lot of patience in waiting for SALE season or discounts!

Just in case you have the same philosophy as I do!  Well, it's time to head on to www.sampleroom.ph as they have loads of samples for you to try!  EXCITING!

SkinWhite Advanced

What to Expect: Laneige Winterland Magic Makeup Collection

Okay, makeup palettes are really hard for me to review!

Why?

• Most of the time, they are housed in a gorgeous packaging I don't want to mess up!
• They usually are Limited Edition so there's no point in sharing a review as you may never see them in stores again!

So why am I even posting the Laneige Winterland Magic Makeup Collection which MAY not be available on counters?

Well, I love the shades so much I find myself using these even on non-winter days a.k.a. SUPER HOT SUMMER DAYS!

And...I'm sure there are similar items or shades that are available at the counter.  Just ask their SAs! :)

4 eyeshadow shades

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3 Lipsticks