Bobbi's Holiday Gift-Giving Guide

What?  Holiday Gift-Giving?  Isn't the Holidays over?
Well, not for me!  I am still wrapping gifts and sending it out to people who matters to me!  Well, for me, technically, if Chinese New Year isn't over, then the "Happy New Year" greeting won't be over for me!  That's how much I love the New Years I tend to extend it in my own little world!  

But honestly speaking, excuse na din yon!  Kasi I was too busy to post about Bobbi Brown's Holiday Gift-Giving Guide year 2014!  These products are drool-worthy and Blog-worthy so I really had to post this!  Saves you from going to counters to ask about the price of each item because I took the liberty to type it down for you!  Now, don't I deserve a huge HUG?  :D

 “There’s no better way to give the gift of glam this holiday season than with Bobbi’s personally curated Holiday Gift Giving Collection. With a selection of sets and palettes offered in a variety of flattering and festive shades, there’s something for every person and every occasion.”- Bobbi Brown

#KyleNash 's First OOTD

My baby AMW is definitely a big boy today!  Looking at his photo, I can't help but reminisce on that moment when I held him in my arms --- all 4.2lbs of him!  Yes, he was underweight and super fragile.  Looking at him today, I want to give Mr. AMW and myself a pat on the back for a job well-done!  Yes, first-timer parents here but we're doing a great job!  (In my very humble opinion :P)

As I browse through KN's photos, I chanced upon this cute OOTD photos of him that I want to post!  Dear AMW friends, do not expect me to do a series of KN's OOTD ha?  It is VERY difficult to take outfit shots of a very active toddler!  *laughs*

But that fateful day when I took my parents and brother to Hot Star, as we were waiting for our orders, Kyle grabbed his dad's phone and did this pose...thankfully, we are quick, and took this shot!  

The photo says: "Please do not text or take calls or DAYDREAM about Crispy Chicken when you are crossing the street!" 

Ayan, pang safety ad ha!  That's a public service from KN!

Readers' Corner: Q&A Portion to Jumpstart 2015

Hi AMW friends!
Today, I will be answering some queries I get from my email!  I think I have to do this or else, I will be loaded forever!  :P  Don't get me wrong, I am very happy with all your emails because that keeps me going!  If you wonder how I get the time to blog?  That's for you to find out *winks*  Just joking, I do so in between breaks!  When I have coffee break or right now, a Calamansi juice break! 

Reader Question #1

"What should I invest on aside from makeup kit and brushes if I plan to pursue a career in makeup artistry?"

AMW Answers:

Okay, my answer may probably surprise you but I can actually  put this in an "Unsung Hero" post.  After years of doing makeup, I realized how important Z-Palette is (or any customizable palettes available in the market) for a PRO MUA like me!  Especially when I started to go on gigs on my own, lugging a huge Zuca bag, it is very difficult to transfer from one place to another (ALONE) with a luggage full of makeup, a huge mirror and a bag!  

I first "depotted" all my face powders and transferred it to my first Pink Z-Palette and I realized not only does it help lessen the load of my kit, it is very easy for me to do retouch as I only need to carry 1 palette instead of 6 compacts!  

I got more Z-palettes and I plan to depot some of my blushes and contour/highlight powders!  

I got my 2nd Z-palette online via Shopping District. 

Reader Question #2
"Nikki, can you recommend a lipgloss brand that has wide range of colors just like MAC but lesser the price tag?"

Koji Brow Specialist in Soft Brown Review

Last year, when my brother told me he will be staying in Hong Kong for a couple of days before coming back home and asked me what I need, my mind turned blank because stores after stores of Sasa and Bonjour flashed inside my head!  How I missed store hopping!  

So I told him, any "brow mascara" that is light brown!  During those times, there aren't much light colored brow products except "Girl Boy" from MAC!  So I asked him just to pick from any brand as long as the shade is light!  

Thanks to WhatsApp, he showed me pictures after pictures of brow mascaras and I gave him a big YES when I saw this!

 Aren't I lucky to have a such a good brother who don't mind getting in Sasa stores and ask for brow mascaras from SAs?

What caught my attention aside from the fact that the shade is PURRFECT (Soft Brown) is the size of the wand!  3mm!  The smallest brow mascara wand I own to date! 
And the brand?  KOJI --- Koji is a well known brand who also owns the famous Dolly Wink (and some more!) 

AMW Reviews: Maybelline Baby Skin Pore Eraser

Good Morning AMW friends :)

I just want to say, my 2015 started off a bit "off", my house help/semi-yaya decided to leave without prior notice so yes, I'm a full-time momma trying to squeeze in work when toddler AMW naps!  It is VERY difficult I tell you, but hey!  I'm still here, de-stressing and relaxing my muscles with a good cup of tea before I hit the sack!  

I just realized, a lot of you have been waiting for my Maybelline Baby Skin Pore Eraser review which I originally thought I'm done with the review!  Sorry :)

"Is it the same as Benefit Porefessional?"
"How does it compare with Smashbox Photo Finish Primer?"
"Does this product work?  I want to know as this is inexpensive as compared to other primers!"

I will definitely give you a straight answer in this post! :)  Ready?  READY!

Maybelline says ---

Bye-Bye Pores!
One second away from smooth, poreless skin.

• Insta-blur technology visibly smoothes pores away.
•  Can be worn alone or under makeup.
•  Non-comedogenic and fragrance-free.