I'm a Matrix Girl + Giveaway!

CONGRATULATIONS TO --- Ms. Nadine Diamante!!!

After I gave birth to Kyle, I never thought I would immediately get projects because seriously, who in the world would get someone who looked "Hagardo Versoza"?  (Sorry international readers, just a funny Tagalog way of saying "stressed")

Thankfully, my Matrix Family didn't think so!  They just probably took one good look at me and say: "She definitely needs a new hair color!"  True enough, this was the first ever hair coloring treatment I've done after learning I was pregnant!  And it has been almost 2 full years of messy long regrowth!

The shoot was fun and....super fun!  We went to the L'Oreal Academie to have our hair color treatment and for the first time in my life, I've finally decided to go for highlights!  They call it the Dual Colors Service using Wonder.Brown Gold and Wonder Light Gold! 

And here's the outcome of my hair and the shoot itself!  Thanks to Jim Ryan Ros for my makeup!

 

Up until this very day, I still have beautiful highlights because I've taken care of my hair using Matrix Biolage products for color-treated hair!  Though regrowth is quite long and though a Matrix Brand Ambassador, it doesn't change the fact that I'm still a very busy mom who juggles work, blogging, make-up gigs, make-up workshops, wife duties, etc...!  So please, don't judge my not-so-pretty hair color anymore but I'm definitely going back for my next color treatment!  

And because I am proud and happy to be part of Matrix's Family, I am sharing my joy and happiness via simple giveaway!  I was sent some Biolage products to use and I've found my favorites!  

The Matrix Color Bloom Masque which is meant to protect the radiance of Color-Treated Hair and the newest Biolage Exquisite Oil which I love to apply on my hair after every shower as it makes my hair soft, silky and the added bonus?  Smells so good!

And yes, I'm giving 2 of these products to ONE LUCKY AMW READER :D

Weekend Food Delivery at: Greenwich

Upon seeing the commercial of Greenwich Pizza Thins, I told myself: "I got to have that!"  

I have always been a fan of thin crust pizza and I want them super crunchy and have a cracking sound on EACH bite!

I don't know about you, but thin crust pizzas out there aren't "thin" enough for me!  I'm looking for that particular "almost cracker" like think texture and of course, I am definitely looking for that crunchy bite!  

Then I finally got to try it! 

The newest Greenwich Pizza Thins definitely have that flavorful taste like other Greenwich pizzas, but I personally think because of it's super thin crust, you appreciate more of the aroma, the taste and texture bite after bite.  

Something New: #YakultLight

After my first ever Yakult Plant Tour 3years ago,  I seriously have this crazy "look" each time I drink my Yakult.  Why?  Because I've seen how these were made and mind you, one of the most "hygienic" factories I've seen!  

Fast forward to 3 years after, I got an invite again to visit the plant at Laguna, unfortunately, I wasn't able to make it because it was that same day our househelp is taking her day off.  Little did I know how it wasn't just a simple plant visit, it was also the day Yakult Light was officially launched!

Yes, you will definitely find them in leading supermarkets nationwide!  As for me, I was lucky because I was sent 4 packs and I immediately gave 2 packs to my mom and dad who LOVES Yakult but are scared to "over drink" due to health reasons!  Now, they can drink more without worrying!

Yakult Light also contains 8 billion live Lactobacillus Casei Shirtota Strain with less calorie content.  The most important part is, how about the taste?

AMW Reports: Kipling Store at SM Aura

Check out these monkeys, don't they look like they're trying to say something to you?
For me, they only mean one thing: "Mr. AMW, me and Baby AMW!" 

Yes!  We're a family of monkeys and I'm proud of it!  *laughs*  

But seriously speaking, upon seeing this, a brand will definitely pop on top of your head!  They are definitely Kipling Monkeys!  What makes them even more unique?  Each of these Kipling monkeys have their own names, so aside from Baby Kyle Nash, I also have baby Monkey Katia (blue monkey) and a green one which I can't seem to read the name anymore as I have both bags for years!

When I was invited to visit Kipling store at SM Aura on a weekend, I immediately said yes because I have only been at SM Aura twice and I want to take time to really check out what the mall has to offer.  We had a scrumptious lunch at Paul and we headed straight to the Kipling store and my jaw dropped!  The store is indeed 10x more beautiful than what I've imagined! 

Note:  I always frequent at the Kipling Robinsons Ermita branch and I was expecting the SM Aura branch to look exactly the same!

AMW Reviews: MYRA VitaGlow BB Cream (Ivory)

Myra VITAGLOW, this particular located brand of tinted moisturizer won my heart 4 years ago and you may refer to my review HERE.  I also did a second post showing how this product worked even on my most grueling schedule as a makeup artist with no chance of retouch (post HERE).

And yes, I finished a tube of it!  When I received a press kit from our friends from Myra for their newest VITAGLOW BB Cream, it brought back good 'ol memories!  If I love the tinted moisturizer so much, the BB Cream could be as equally fine!  Or even better?  Are you excited to read my thoughts?

Well, just so you know, I was TOO EXCITED to try this product I forgot to take product shot and used it right away!  (Which rarely happens to me as I have strong self-control), so yes, this is a product photo taken from Myra!  And you'll see more personalized photos as you scroll down!  So bear with me please.

Myra says ---

• It’s moisturizing. This lightweight cream hydrates your skin to keep it soft and supple. 
• It contains Vitamin E. This helps nourish your skin even more, so your complexion appears younger-looking and healthy. 
• It doubles as foundation. The tinted formula comes in two shades: Ivory and Beige, to help you even out your skintone perfectly and hide pigmentations. 
• It contains skin-enhancing minerals. Staying late at the office? Use this unique BB cream to add a natural, glowing finish to your skin! You’ll love how the subtle, light-reflecting shimmers in this cream will make you look like you’ve got a lit-from-within glow. 
•  You can use it as concealer. Just pat an extra layer of Myra VitaGlow BB Cream to camouflage dark spots and blemishes. 
•  It’s also has sunscreen. The SPF15 in this easy to bring tube will protect you from harmful UV rays that causes premature aging. 
•  It’s hypoallergenic. Girls with sensitive skin don’t need to worry about breakouts, because this dermatologist-tested cream is proven safe for daily use. 
•  It's the most affordable! There's no need to hesitate when it comes to purchasing this product, since you can score instant glowing skin for only P99 a tube. Such a great beauty steal!