Wednesday, July 13, 2022

I wear my Bangs Like This

 

Updatin you guys that I had a haircut recently.  My hairstyle could change through the years but one thing remained.

MY BANGS.

I felt naked without them,  I did go out without bangs once in a while but nothing beats a curtain of protection! :P


Do to you wear bangs yourself?
Do you have a certain hairstyle you need to keep through the years?



Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

Monday, July 11, 2022

PeterThomas Roth Cucumber Exterme De-Tox Hydrator Gel Mask Review

 

When I started using skincare tools like Bear by FOREO, I have been looking for a "smoothening" hydrator or agent to help me "seal in moisture" after serum, toner, essence application.

I've been in love with Peter Thomas Roth's Hydra-Gel Patches so I've decided to try their Hydrator Gel Mask.  I tried searching online for reviews before I invest on this but I found not much information about this product.  

So if you are hoping to read something about this product before you take the plunge, I hope I can help you out!

PeterThomas Roth Cucumber Gel Mask Review

Peter Thomas Roth says ---
This ultra-gentle gel helps soothe, hydrate and de-tox the look of skin with botanical extracts of Cucumber, Papaya, Chamomile, Pineapple, Sugar Maple, Sugarcane, Orange, Lemon, Bilberry and Aloe Vera. Excellent for helping to calm and soothe skin’s appearance skin after sun exposure, peels, waxing, facials and extractions.
AMW says ---

  • With key ingredients cucumber extract, papaya extract and chamomile extract, this helps soothe, hydrate and keep skin moisturized all day long.
  • Works even for sensitive skin.  No allergic reactions even without 24H test.
  • Has cooking effect upon application.
  • Skin glows immediately after use.
  • When you read instructions, it was suggested to apply and leave for 10 minutes before washing the product off.  I prefer to leave it and gently massage until product gets absorbed into skin!  No wastage and skin is more hydrated than ever!
  • Store in the fridge if you want a cooling mask.  This works to help depuff skin.
  • Do not apply under the eye area, use a specific eye product for that or the Cucumber De-Tox Gel Patch.
  • Best used 2-3 x a week.  My skin is normal now instead of dry/normal.
  • Has a light gentle scent that is relaxing.
PeterThomas Roth Cucumber Gel Mask Review

Overall, I am very happy with this product.  Instead of investing on face mask sheets, if you have very dry or dehydrated skin, this is another product to look for, it works better than all the mask sheets I've tried.  

Peter Thomas Roth is available locally at Lazada.

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

Saturday, July 9, 2022

A White Tee and Cargo Pants

 

I used to shy away from white top!  Not only because they get dirtied easily, but I have a bit of body issues - we all do!  But I have broad shoulders and big arms, wearing light colored tops would enhance those features.

Today, I am not wearing this top just because I felt I am very sexy :P  I wish I could say that some day, but I am more comfortable to wear white top with the right pairing - and of course, pick the right size of clothin.

A White Tee and Cargo Pants

I recently bought this super comfy cargo pants in Beige color and TBH, it is so hard to pair this color - so the easiest and safest way would be a white plain top I got from Uniqlo PH.  

A White Tee and Cargo Pants

On casual days, I just wear this with slippers or rubber shoes.  If I ended up wearing this for a meeting, I'd go for accessorizing with a nice necklace, earrings and wear a simple nude pumps!  It'll work right?


Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

Friday, July 8, 2022

Mom and Son Twinning

 

Kyle and I seldom "Twin" because TBH, this mom is LAZY :P

Working from home since Kyle was born plus doing house chores and a lot of cooking.  Twinning would be the last thing I need because I am just too tired to think! :P

But since it is Kyle's summer vacation and at the age of 9 years old, he is more aware and wanted to share good memories with me, he was actually the one who decided to do this Twinning moment and I got the idea of doing the transition video for Instagram just to keep this moment forever!

I got both striped top shirts from Shopee.



I love how he readily posts with Mommy! I wished he'll stay this way even when he is a teenager!
Don't we all wish moms with boys?


Feel free to watch this reel!  We enjoyed doing this!



Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

   

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Contour and Highlight Technique

 

Brows, eyeliner application.

Those were just some of the complaints I get from make up students.  Why is it so hard?  

One makeup application technique that is actually more difficult as you can imagine--- Contouring and Highlighting.

I remembered having a hard time when I was starting out as a Bridal Make Up Artist!  With HD Camera and videos, I was stressed to make sure the contour and highlight I am doing for the brides are perfect.  Imagine having crooked nose or fatty face from misuse of highlight and contour products?  

I . Was. SCARED!  Scared enough to always ask my husband to always check for the final look (2nd set of eyes always work!)  Ayan, I openly shared what I was scared off, but that's normal.  And being scared meant you will strive to learn and master your own craft!

So fast forward to today, I still do contouring and highlighting a lot!  These days, people are into no-makeup makeup look!  But this step is actually very important since we are on a selfie-era!  Everything had to be on videos or photos!  Kaya better be Camera-ready!


LIKE ME!

Contour and Highlight Technique by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com

A simple before and after photo to show how subtle contour and highlight can make a huge difference!

Contour and Highlight Technique by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com

Some of you have your own weapon, if you plan to do this on a daily basis, I suggest to most subtle, natural and easiest method are powders!  They may not last as long but the disappearance of the product can actually work better ---- a more natural effect.

I like to use the Make Up For Ever's Contour/Highlight KIT.  You can head on to their store and pick the right shade for you - I believe they have different versions for different skin tone.

Contour and Highlight Technique by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com

Here are some subtle contour/highlight tips I learn through the years ---