Ole Henriksen Skincare Available at Sephora PH

 

I personally haven’t tried any Ole Henriksen skincare products.  I haven’t heard about the brand until I saw them launch at my favorite online Beauty Site - Sephora Philippines.

Ole Henrikson is a 70-year old Danish Skin Cosmetician and manufactured various skincare products to address skin concerns in a “clean” way. He moved to United States to open his first SPA.

I got the chance to try one of the many lines he created —- C-Rush Brightening Gel Cream, C-Rush Bright Eye Cream and Dark Spot Toner.

For a first few tries, I can tell how much I am loving the Dark Spot Toner as it works perfectly for our weather.  It gives hydration at the same time matte finish after application.  The C-Rush Brightening Bright Eye Cream is citrusy-smelling and applies smoothly ad like a dream on my undereye area.  I find the C-rush Gel Cream to be on the creamy side rather than Gel.  I felt a thickness so I apply this on nighttime instead of daytime as it remains sticky on my face for the whole day!  

I can’t talk more about these as I am still on the testing stage.  If you have tried this brand or other variant from the same brand, do comment down below for our readers’ information.  At the same time, I’ll update you guys after constant use.

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BUTTER OOTD

 

BTS’ Comeback with an all English song is happening this week!  May 21st to be exact!  Some may say: “I don’t care!”  It’s okay, we all have our favorite songs and artists and I am really loving BTS not only for their music but their story.

I may be an Ahjumma to them but my heart is a Noona.  I may not collect BTS merchandise as other ARMY but I am willing to collect useful things like SHIRTS! :)  

Thanks to my good friend Ashley for putting a smile on my face amidst the challenging weeks.  Because I love the shirt so much, I actually ordered and reordered from her to make my Army friends happy too!  You may shop HERE.

As for any T-shirt, you can pair it with pants, shorts, skirt or wear it as is (as I got Large and it is big!) with cycling shorts underneath.

I also shared how I spend most of my mornings!  It always starts with wearing clothes that makes e comfortable and happy, put on a bit of lipstick or tinted lipbalm and prepare our family’s breakfast with a good cup of coffee.

Benefit Porefessional Setting Spray Review

 

When I got the new POREFESSIONAL Super Setter from Benefit, I tested it out immediately.

Why?  With temperature ranging around 37-39 degrees Celsius, and humidity level I DON’T EFFING know anymore!  I knew this was the perfect launch period so kudos to Benefit Philippines for that.

Back to staying calm amidst the heat, here are some good news I want to share about The Porefessional Super Setter.  

Before I share more info about that, let me share just how much of an expert Benefit is when it comes to Oil Control and Pore minimizing!  Check out my previous reviews on the following —-

Benefit Porefessional Minimizing Makeup Review

Benefit Porefessional Matte Rescue Review

Benefit Porefessional Balm Review

If you check out the date, The Balm goes way back to more than 10 years ago!  Out of those 10 years, I have lugged tube after tubes of Porfessional Balm for all my clients!  8 out of 10 were sold about it and ended up going to the store to purchase their own tube after seeing how effective it was in creating a smoother, lesser pores canvas.

According to Benefit (website)

This multitasking, microfine mist locks on makeup for 16 hours*, instantly blurs pores and leaves skin feeling smooth, refreshed & hydrated. The water-based formula includes pore-blurring powders that softly scatter light** and visibly reduce shine for a natural-looking, soft-focus finish. The mess-free applicator mists on a smooth, even, featherlight cloud...no drops, spots or stickiness! 

Alcohol-free, waterproof and smudge-proof, fade-proof, gives instant mattifying effect and so much more!

I did have high hopes and true enough, after a week of constant testing, I was impressed!  And another great time to launch this during pandemic because of mask-wearing!  Happy to announce that my makeup did not only stay longer, it does not transfer on masks!  

Check this out!

Sand Haze Look

 

I got this Huda Beauty Sand Haze Palette from Sephora PH.  I used to watch Huda Beauty on Youtube when I still have enough time but stopped for years since turning into a mom!  That does not mean I am not updated with the industry though!  I may not watch as many Youtube Videos as before but I still do duly research for updates on makeup trends and brands.

Huda Beauty, based from my research, rose to fame several years back.  Their makeup and skincare line got raves and rants but I made sure to keep in mind their bestselling products.  One of their bestsellers are their eyeshadows and I want to know why.

A basic and easy-to-use palette called Sand Haze is the way to go if you like a neutral and/or party looks in one.

There are 3 types of palette to choose from: Sand, Purple and Khaki.

According to Huda Beauty —-

This palette comes in 3 different colour stories. Each palette represents the off-duty chic street style scene, that is awash with muted tones of ecru, and cappuccino, tempered with darker, more serious colours like deep brown, khaki green, plus dashes of soft, sophisticated shimmer. Each palette contains beautifully buttery mattes, metallics, and shimmery eyeshadow toppers, in complementary shades of eyeshadow, designed to be used individually or together to create an array of arresting effects. The matte formula is pigmented, creamy to the touch, and seamlessly blends on the lid. The metallics have a creamy, richly pigmented, multi reflective, foil texture. For a subtle shimmer finish, apply with dense, flat eyeshadow brushes. For higher foil-like payoff, these work best with a damp eyeshadow brush/sponge brush or finger. The shimmer toppers, slightly sheerer than the metallics, were baked using a mix of finely milled pearls, to highlight and give an alluring pearlescent glow to the lids. For a subtle shimmer finish, apply with a dense, flat eyeshadow brush. For higher payoff, these work best with a damp eyeshadow brush/sponge brush or finger. The palettes come in a hard shell for extra durability and have a full-size mirror inside for on-the-go ease.

Sand Haze

Php1,850.00

Available HERE

Here’s what I have to say after using this palette for months, without eyeshadow base, without ANYTHING BUT the Huda Beauty Palette.

Real Techniques Bundles available at Lazada

 

I have been wanting to try Colourette Cosmetics ever since seeing a lot of Tiktok Videos about their products!  I have used the ColourTint once but didn’t get to really test them out because it expired on me!  I think I got a sample nearing the expiration date!  

Thankfully, Real Techniques, one of my favorite brush brand, has huge discounts from May 15-17 and they included bundles with Colourette Cosmetics making it easier for consumers like us to try out products without spending more!

I have been meaing to try out the Real Tecniques Miracle Sponge and I get to try out the Shimmertint and Coloursnap Wave!

Check out my quick application video!  The Colourette products seems promising!  Let me know if you want an in-depth review.  I will happily oblige!

Shop HERE at LAZADA for bundles and discounts!

Happy Shopping!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!