L'Eau En Rose - New from Givenchy!

I don't know about you, but I love giving the gift of "fragrance". 

I can still remember the time I received my first ever "fragrance" gift, that was during my highschool years and all thanks to my best friend!  

The holidays maybe over but for me, gifting someone a scent would mean so many things --- 

• They mean the world to you.
• You want them to know how much you appreciate them, as a gift of fragrance is quite personal.

 And AskMeWhats will never get tired sharing to you what's new in the "fragrance world".  

Givenchy L'Eau En Rose

Just by the name, I have this feeling that a user who loves floral scent will definitely enjoy this!

L'eau en Rose is a floral musky composition with a warm heart and a touch of blackberry and soft musks.  The fragrance is like a delicious rose sorbet --- modern, pure and tender.

AMW Reviews: Etude House Sweet Recipe Baby Choux Base (Mint)

Over the holidays, I actually made a special stopover at Etude House SM Sta. Mesa just because I want to purchase some more Etude House items for review (based from requests) and also, I want to stock up on my favorite Proof 10 Mascaras, Proof 10 Eye Primer, Cotton Pads and Nail polish remover.  Nothing is more perfect than a 20% on everything sale! 

So yay!  I got some more Etude House items for review because ...malakas kayo sa akin :)

Today, first review of the year is dedicated to YOUR most requested product for review!  The Etude House Sweet Recipe Baby Choux Base in Mint shade! 

I actually checked the branch and saw these in a new tube packaging? (not sure if it is the exact same product)  But this glass packaging from the Sweet Recipe collection is still available in selected stores!  If you ask me, I'll pick the tube if I plan to use these on clients BUT, I am actually into bases nowadays so I'll go for the glass because it looks so cute on my vanity table!

Happy New Year from AMW Family!

Welcoming 2015 with positivity from my family to yours!   Thank you for the continuous love and support for my growing family (this blog, Mr. AMW and now Toddler AMW!).  

My 7th Year Blog Anniversary is coming up soon!  So please, don't get tired visiting www.askmewhats.com as I share to you my journey as a Make Up Artist, A wife, A daughter and now, a mom!  And can I also add, a cook? :P  (ahem, I'm getting better in that field a!) 

Thank you!  Thank you!  Thank you!
I just don't know how to express my gratitude for welcoming me in your daily life!
As I always say for the past 8 years --- Keep Smiling and Stay Happy!  Life is short so live like there's no tomorrow, tell the people you love how much you love and appreciate them!  Actions do speak louder than words but sometimes, words alone can uplift someone's spirit!  :)

God bless you! Again, Happy New Year!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

What I'm Thankful For - Year 2014

Blogging has helped me grow into a social butterfly that I am!

Don't get me wrong, I was a butterfly :P  but not a "social" one!  I may be very talkative (okay, SUPER talkative) now but believe it or not, I used to be REALLY shy!  (walang aangal please)  I am so scared to ask for price when I go to stores I always ask Mr. AMW to help me do so.  I tend to smile a lot in social gatherings but deep in my heart, it goes "thump thump thump" because I am seriously in an awkward situation.

Through Blogging, I still have those moments but I improved so much my events-mate may want to stuff my mouth with a sock!  :P  Super daldal ko na kasi talaga as in BONGGA!  :P  

Yes, I am in a "muni muni" stage again because another year has ended, looking back, 2014 was such a bitter sweet year for me!  It was a challenging year yet I received so much blessings at the same time.  I made a really big decision to give up "half" of my day job and went part time because I wanted to really look after my growing kid.  So obviously, HALF of my salary is deducted and since we moved out, more expenses for us right?  

So good bye trips, good bye gadgets, goodbye to all my "luho" :)
 
But God really is good.  He provides what we need and even MORE!

I was able to travel to San Francisco early this year to represent the Philippines as a Makeup Artist for Benefit's Grand Launch for They're Real Liner (story HERE and HERE).



Best of all, Benefit understands the fact that I'm a mom so they permitted me to take with me my then super baby pa na Baby AMW and of course, my partner-in-travel Mr. AMW.

Gift Guide: For Brush Lovers

Ohhh, the year 2014 is almost ending and I have so much to share about my great 2014 finds!  Just in case you don't know, I have been randomly giving out my favorite items on Instagram and/or Facebook so please follow both my FB and IG account (@AskMeWhats).  

Now on to one of my favorite brush brand!  If you met me in person, on the job as a MUA, you'll see that I highly use my Charm Pro Brush set together with my individual MAC brushes because these babies really delivery!  I have been using them constantly for years and so far, I am still very happy with the quality (as long as you take good care of them). 

For all my CHARM Brushes review, please click LINK HERE. 

And who would've thought the brand came up with 2 new brush sets perfect for gift-giving?  Maybe you don't have Brush-loving friends but you love makeup brushes yourself?  No one can deny the fact that receiving a good set of makeup brushes this Christmas can make you feel extra good!

New Charm Pocket 5pc Brush Set in Black

Php500.00 (approx $10.50)

This is the sleek black version of the Pink Pocket Brush set (reviewed HERE).  As much as I would love to say that almost all "kikays" love pink!  I am wrong!  I have a lot of kikay friends who wanted a set that isn't too "girly" so this black version is perfect for emergency makeup retouches and you can slip this inside a big, medium and small bag!