Sleek Studio

I remembered being a start-up Beauty Blogger, I find it so difficult to go to Cosmetics Stores or counters just to take photos!  I remember I had to really sneak my way into taking swatch photos and product photos in-stores just because....I got looks for staffs.

Thankfully, brands like Sleek MakeUp came up with something not only fun but exciting for Beauty Bloggers/Vloggers or even if you're not, it is still an exciting idea to know there is a concept store called Sleek Studio.

Sleek Studio is currently located at 2nd Floor Atrium of Robinson's Galleria Mall and here's what you can do to jazz up those photos, flat lays and selfies!

Makeover Area

A haven of product testers and all Sleek MakeUp items right in front of you to play and use!  You are free to create your own looks but if you're not confident enough with your skills, feel free to ask help from Sleek MakeUp consultants and they will happily assist and guide you.

AMW Workshop Series VI: Bridal Makeup

Dear AMW Friends,
Life has been a roller coaster for me (in a good way) because I was extremely crazy juggling so many tasks I almost was shocked it was only 2 weeks left when I posted the registration for this particular workshop!  I was nervous, worried and.... SUPER NERVOUS!

But God is good, and I am very thankful for all the AMW Workshoppers who trusted me and went ahead and joined my 6th workshop called Saying I Do: Bridal Makeup.

Shoutout to Spark It HQ, Thanks Franco and super thanks Kara for helping me

Happy Faces!

As always, all my workshoppers get a personalized bag designed and created by Assembly Line (former Archaic Era).  

Aren't they cute?

Bridal Makeup is my most favorite "type" of makeup because that's were I concentrated my makeup artistry and actually did a lot of Bridal Makeup looks in the past before I concentrated on being a Mom and a makeup instructor.

The Body Shop Vegan Brushes Review

So you think I have enough makeup brushes for now.

Well, you're wrong!  

As a makeup artist, I am always on a lookout for both professional and personal makeup brushes and the newest brushes from The Body Shop definitely caught my attention and I am actually including these into my personal "daily-use-brushes".  I use them on a daily basis you can actually see these brushes popping out on my blog photos whenever I do tutorial or reviews.

Before you start raising your brows on what sets these brushes apart from other brands, The Body Shop brushes (and all their skincare and makeup items) are 100% cruelty-free from the synthetic bristles down to the sustainably sourced wooden handles --- they are totally VEGAN.

Locally, I see them popping in stores and I actually got 3 to try!  These 3 are my must-have brushes from the said brand and I use them daily holding each wooden handle like my dear life! :P

The Body Shop Point Highlight Brush

• Pointed highlighter brush to expertly strobe
• Made with charcoal-coated, super-soft bristles
• Developed with the latest make-up trends in mind
• Synthetic, cruelty-free bristles and a sustainably sourced wooden handle
• Vegan make-up brush

Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer Review

So I am finishing up concealer after concealers!  I realize, I am turning to be like my big sister (Hi Sister!)  She can't live without concealer and I am starting to understand how she feels!  (All thanks to late night jobs and waking up early morning for Kyle's school!)

That's why when I saw the Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer, I knew I had to pick this up especially since the shade seems exactly what I need!

It comes with a small compact that contains 2 shades of concealer.  The shade I got is called 10 Natural Beige and it comes with a concealer that has more orange base and a lighter version of that on the other side.

Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer says ---

• Very high coverage of skin imperfections and dark circles
• shades to perfectly match every skin tone

MakeUp World Complete Contour Palette Review

Next to brow products, I amp'd my "daily look" to the next level!  There's always contouring happening around my face and you have to give it to me..that's my way of adding dimension and "life" to my tired face!  (yes, if only I can contour my whole body on a daily basis hahaha)

Makeup World Philippines is a proud sponsor of AMW Workshop Series, thanks to them I also get to try out the products given to my attendees, and one product that I've been using so many times since receiving them last March is the Makeup World Complete Contour Palette.

This palette is a handy rectangular palette that contains 6 products --- 2 Bronzer/Contour, 2 Blush and 2 Highlight Shades

Swatches

The top color for me is apt for users with Fair to medium skin tone while the bottom 3 shades are perfect bronzer/blush/highlight shades for users with medium to darker complexion.

Of course, there are no rules in using this palette, you can always feel free to use any shades, even mix and match and create your own perfect face color!