Tuesday, February 13, 2024

K-Drama Hair Tutorial

 

As of typing, I already cut 6 inches off my hair, I am looking at these photos and kinda missed this length as I had fun creating various hairstyles and looks but what can a "Girl Living in a HUMID country" do?

Oh well, at least I have photos to look at and maybe wait for a couple of months when the weather gets cooler and I get to enjoy such lentgh once again.

For now, here's a K-drama inspired hairstyles, a hairstyle even the poorest character can have in a perfect K-Drama land! 

K-Drama Hair Tutorial by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com


Fret not, I am always in a rush just like right now as I squeeze a blog post because I enjoyed talking to all of you.  This hairstyle takes less than 10 minutes and you can do this style in ANY hair length.  So please do not come up to me saying: "I will wait for my hair to be long to do this hairstyle."


K-Drama Hair Tutorial by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com

It is very important that you always protect your hair with your choice of heat protectant before you use any heating tools.  This way, your hair will maintain its' shine.

K-Drama Hair Tutorial by Nikki Tiu of askmewhats.com

Watch full video tutorial here.



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Stay happy!

Monday, February 12, 2024

Lancome Absolu Rouge in French Peluche Review

 

I get my mood from the lipsticks I wear.

Lancome Absolu Rouge review by Nikki Tiu of Askmewhats.com

And I find myself searching for new lip color from different lipstick brands every MONDAY!  Thank God I work as a beauty content creator, can you imagine just how shock my husband will be whenever I purchase new lipsticks every weekend?  --- YES Husband!  BE GRATEFUL !  :P

Lancome Absolu Rouge review by Nikki Tiu of Askmewhats.com

The shade of the week is called French Peluche 289.   This looks deep brown red on tube but appears reddish-orange brown on my lips.  

Lancome Absolu Rouge review by Nikki Tiu of Askmewhats.com

Lancome Absolu Rouge Lipsticks are soft blurred matte lipsticks - meaning, they look BLURRED when applied on lips because it somewhat has a powder-matte finish.  It is very comfortable to use and glides easily on lips leaving no traces of glossiness.  

There's also a nice trick to apply this luxurious French lipstick brand, apply a good amount on lips and use your clean fingers to blend out harsh edges.  Natural-looking at its finest.


Lancome Absolu Rouge review by Nikki Tiu of Askmewhats.com

I can wear this lipstick all day without feeling a thing.  Indeed lightweight and dry-lips friendly.
Will definitely go back to the store for more shades to collect!


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Stay happy!

Monday, January 29, 2024

Berlook Flac Shirt and Shorts

 

I cannot imagine the day will come I will be wearing an AVOCADO Color!


Berlook Flac Shirt and Shorts

My brightest and weirdest color would probably be a bright yellow or bright orange number,  didn't notice how much of a green fashion forward I was ever since last quarter of 2023.

I have been shopping A LOT online for clothing and I've found myself adding to cart various clothing pieces from different websites and they all turn out to be different shades of GREEN!


Berlook Flac Shirt and Shorts

I recently chanced upon fellow influencers posting about Berlook and I was one of the lucky few who was reached out by the brand to try their clothing.


Berlook Flac Shirt and Shorts

There were a lot of color choices to choose from, I originally wanted a Navy Blue because I know I look good in that color but my preferred sizing is not available.  I went for both MEDIUM but I wished I'd go for SMALL because they are TRUE TO SIZE!

Berlook Flac Shirt and Shorts

I wanted to wear this on a beach trip or when we will go out for a staycation by the pool and wear my swimsuit underneath.  But after receiving the item, love the quality so much it works even as coords for a nice Sunday out with the family!

Monday, January 22, 2024

Look: From Tired to Energetic

 YOU and ME!  Should be an expert with our own faces.  I have read comments on: “I can’t put makeup on!”  “I just don’t know how to apply makeup!”

I can’t seem to accept that fact because I started saying those statements as early as highschool and changed my own thinking when I grabbed makeup samples from my Aunts in Canada and started practicing on my own face looking like a bruised student but still washed it off (with NOT makeup remover) but soap!  

You may bash me for saying this but makeup is a skill that can be learnt!  I am NOT good with Art class and always have the lowest scores in all my subjects but I ended up being a makeup artist because I WANTED TO!  

I am still not as good (well no one will ever be) compared to the greatest famous MUAs out there but I strive to learn and improve my craft every chances I get!

So to YOU reading this who thinks makeup is rocket Science….well, you don’t have to start with Smoky Eye Makeup Looks right away or try to perfect a winged liner.  You cn start as easy as blush placement application or applyig lipstick that would make your face appear brighter!

Makeup application is not only a skill you need to learn, you also need to have a skill of being comfortable enough to practice on your own skin and pick the right shades that make you feel GOOD whenever you see your own reflection.  I mean, do not pick colors that look good on Kpop idols are stars but instead, wear colors that make you feel beautiful!


Wow with my speech right?
Well, I have been trying to push some of my readers and followers who were messaging me telling me how clumsy they are when it comes to makeup.  I just can’t seem to accept that fact because I can call that myself.  I can’t even seen to cut a straight cut as of this very moment!

If you felt attacked by my message, feel free to click.X and leave this post because I do not welcome negativity….but if you understand my point of view, feel free to continue reading because I love you guys and wanted to push you guys to strive harder —- not only about Makeup but life in general!

Thursday, January 18, 2024

KISSME Heroine Make Prime Liquid Eyeliner Rich Keep Black versus Brown Eyeliner

 

Would you believe my first Kiss Me Heroine Make liquid liner was reviewed year 2015?

Fast forward to almost a decade later.  Beautybox Corp.  - the distributor of our favorite K-Palette liners also distributes Kiss Me Heroine Make liners locally —- yay!  No need to hoard these abroad as the local price is quite competitive.


KISSME Heroine Make Prime Liquid Eyeliner Rich Keep (Php795.00).  

Available online via LAZADA

01 Jet Black vs. 02 Brown Black

Product info taken via Lazada —-


AMW says—-

I seriously love both shades but for daily, I have always been a fan of Black Brown liners but in the past, Black Browns aren’t as nice as recent ones!  Brown seems to look washed out or too light especially for someone who really enjoy dark liners!  

Thankfully, the recent years shows better shade choices especially from Japanese Make Up Brands.  I lvoe how Black Brown liners look like black but in a more natural manner.  I can et away using just plain liquid liner witout much make up on without looking like I have very strong eye feature!

If you can’t imagine how both shades look like when applied, I will definitely give you a visual comparison and you can easily see why I am in love with both shades.

Left facing you 02 Brown Black and Right facing you is 01 Black Brown


After looking at the comparison photo above, which shade do you prefer?
I still pick on my black liner for straonger makeup looks or when I have full face makeup on with lashes for special occasions!



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Stay happy!

A quick tip on How to keep your liquid liner sharper looking!  Watch this video to make liquid liner application a bit easier!  Practice is key!