AMW Answers: "How to Skincare When I Don't Have Time in the Morning?"

 

Has it been summer all year round in the Philippines?
I felt like it has been randomly raining in June but it still felt hot like Summer of March and April!  

So I totally understand this question sent to me via DM over my Instagram account.  

I got the answer as I am lazy AF on most days especially for a busy working mom who needs more sleep than the rest of the population :)  

ANSWER: "Use Hydrating LOTION."

One of the brand I have tried and liked that would help you achieve "MOCHI" skin.  There are a whole lot of brands out there and one that I've tried is a Japanese brand - HADA LABO.

This is the Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion (Php734.00)

This is formulated with High Performance Penetrating and deep moisturizing techonology infuses 4 types of Hyaluronic Acid.  Hyaluronic acid is the best ingredient to trap moisture on skin leaving skin soft, smooth and super supple.

Thankfully the texture is milky yet non-sticky.  It gets absorbed into the skin easily so I can easily go along my day without the tacky feel from usual skincare products.  I mean do not exchange this to your WHOLE regimen but I use this to instantly boost my skin's moisture especially before putting on makeup.

This is my favorite way to apply my Hada Labo Hydrating lotion with a big cotton pad leaving it like a face sheet mask as I do my hair prepping my skin for foundation.

While at it, I like to put on my favorite undereye patch from Pixi Beauty.  

Well soaked, hydrated skin perfect to face the day.  And best of all?  I like to use this technique midday if my base makeup looks dry and patchy, I would do this technique and pat more of the product on dry areas and that would give me that Mochi-like healthy skin.

What other makeup/skincare hacks would you like to know?  Feel free to message me and comment any of my posts and I'll try to answer as quick as I can!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

Romantic Hairstyle

 

Invest in a couple of hair ties and a cute ribbon, you can easily create this romantic hairstyle that works for all occasions and all ages!

I am 45, and I still want to rock this and no one can tell me otherwise :D

This hairstyle would look so much better with highlighted /balayage hair right?  

Pouf is also key and a good hairspray to set everything in place.  

Of course I won't leave you with just pictures, watch this quick video on how to easily transform your hair from DUH to BRUHHHH!!!!! :D

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Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

Springfield x Women Secret Summer 2024

 What happened during the official launch of Springfield and Women Secret at One Ayala Mall?

We watched a fashion show from both brands and had chance to mingle with fellow fashion enthusiasts and get to shop at their newest stores.

New Kanebo Autumn Look

 

I love creating looks based from the makeup products I am using.  Today, I am showcasing Kanebo Autumn 2024 makeup with this look.

I love Kanebo Comfort Skin Foundation it is one of my favorite foundation find this year as it is comfortable enough to be worn daily.  It fits any sort of weather from very hot to humid —- see my choices there?

Making sure to hydrate my skin with a good skincare, you can definitely see the glow shining through.  Proof below.

I also love how they upgraded their eyeshadow quads.  This is their Colored Shadow in EPIC FRONTIER palette wich includes a nice taupe shade and a blue shade that works for warm complexion.

And don’t let me get started with the Kanebo N-Rouge Lipsticks, if you can get them all, please feel free to do so as these are the world’s most DRY -LIPPED friendly lip product.  It constantly hydrates my lips throughout the day and reapplying is like applying lip balm with loads of pigment.  

I am wearing BABY RED in this photo and it is so beautiful.

Smashbox Halo Sheer to Stay Color Tint in Terracotta Review

 

How do I love Smashbox?

In so many ways!  My first brush set ever was a WHITE synthetic brush haired Smashbox and it serves me pretty well it is still looking fab and wonderful even today. 

When I got my own Smahbox Halo Sheer to Stay Color Tint from my Sephora Haul.  I immediately tested it and will share a quick review as a dry-skinned gal.

Smashbox says —-

A primer-infused cream cheek and lip tint that gives you a flush of blendable and buildable matte color for a fresh, blurred look.

What it does:

This creamy multi-tasking formula puts sheer-to-medium coverage at your fingertips. Its powder-like matte finish refracts light to help create a blurred, soft-focus look. The lasting colour tint is also infused with a rich Primer Oil Complex for comfortable wear.

 

I personally felt scared to use a matte type of tint as I may end up with a big blob of unblended spot.  I have dry cheeks so. Most matte tints tend look uneven on me. 

After using this product for more than a month, I can say this is a great summer companion.  

Terracotta is a bright warm orange shade that looks bright on tube but quite natural once blended.  This may look bright if you have really fair complexion and would appear really pretty on users with medium to darker complexion.

Though pigmented, it blends into the skin upon application naturally giving a nice natural glow.  

On lips, it looked a bit brighter than that on cheeks so I prefer using this on cheeks rather than lips.  

Though I must say, color aside, the consistency of the product on cheeks and lips are both comfortable and it doesn’t sit on my lip lines!  Which is a super YES considering most matte lip products tend to dry out my already dry lips.

Cheek Color - Check.