Look for the Day: ALL About SKIN

 

I created this look using new products - targeting skin.

I prepped my face with Estee Lauder ANR Eye Serum and Pure Culture Dream Drops Universal Hydro-oil before applying my favorite Anessa Sunscreen.  Prepping the skin with skincare products is a must before you start off with base makeup application to keep the base makeup flawless and seamless and none of those dry patches.

I also prepped the lips with Supergoop Lip sunscreen beforehand.

I used Laneige NEO Cushion Glow and NEO Essential Blurring FInish Powder as my base and it screams glowing skin in an instant!  I also gently apply the product on eyelid and neck making sure to set it with the Blurring Finish Powder.  

For the eyes, made fluffy-looking brows and applied a thin line of eyeliner using Benefit’s FanFest mascara to create very subtle eye makeup.

Shorts but make it Formal!

 

My wardrobe is filled with shorts, if you live in the Philippines or in any tropical country in general, you’ll understand why!

Thankfully, brands like Love, Bonito are making shorts that can pass up with more than a casual vibe.  I got this unique green colored shirt in Leatherette format from Love, Bonito x Coleen collection.  It is probably not available anymore but you can always check their site for some nice comfy shorts that can double up as meeting shorts.

Paired with a dressy white polo top!  I was quite surprised I have a pair of shoes that is the exact same color as my shorts!

I attended an event with this look and I was so comfortable with this I plan to use this shorts again pairing it to maybe with a different top?

Any top suggestions, AMW Friends?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Issy & Co Solar Balm in Playdate Review

 If you noticed why I was gone for a month!  I was so busy hosting for 2 makeup brands at the same time, I was invited to a press trip in Japan by a skincare brand Kanebo!  

I am currently nursing a throatache with antibiotics so I have enough time to share some of my makeup finds here!  By the way, for real and REEL updates, follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!  Just search for AskMeWhats and you get my full attention there :D

Let’s head back to why you are visiting my site, some more reviews on makeup and skincare products right?

Today, I will be sharing a local brand that is causing a lot of buzz!  Issy & Co. has been releasing so many new makeup items and this one I am introducing is from 2023.  Yes, I have been taking so long to review products as I own so many lip products I don’t even know which ones I reviewed!  

I only own one shade so I can’t review the other shades as of the moment but Playdate is one hell of an MLBB Shade.  Just look at how natural it appears on me!  I do not even need to put much makeup on but it gave my look a fresh vibe.

Issy & Co. Solar Balm

Shade: Playdate

Price: Php696.00

Issy & Co. says —-

A sunscreen for the lips that leaves a sheer wash of color and a whole lot of protection. Formulated with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF30 PA+++, this balm also keeps lips hydrated and moisturized.  

Designed to perform as both lip balm and sunscreen, the innovative formula adds a subtle tint with a soft matte finish to the lips while keeping them moisturized and protected for hours. 

AMW says—-

• Simple packaging that is quite sturdy and doesn’t look cheap.
• The balm is firm enough and appears to be like that of a hydrating lipstick instead of a tinted lip balm.
• Shade Playdate has a glow finish so it will make your lips appear more hydrated.
• Does not sit on dry lines but will not be enough to hydrate super dry lips like mine! Check out first photo, you can still see some flakes on my lips.
• Long-wearing but not long-lasting since this product has a lot of hydrating ingredents.  The pigment stays a bit but it will transfer on cups and face masks.
• Pigmentation is around 50%, you need to do 2-3 swipes to get more color.
• Has SPF 30!

Overall, I am quite happy with this, nothing super spectacular but definitely a nice daily lip product since it has SPF.

I heard and read from other Blogs that their other shades are more pigmented so I will make it an effort to try out other shades if I get to shop for makeup products again.

How do you like Playdate on me?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

  

Rare Beauty Luminous Powder Blush in Hope

 Real talk.

I thought celebrities who are coming out with their own makeup and skincare line are making it out there due to the fact that they are ahm… CELEBRITIES!  How many percentage are people happy with the products they put out?

Well the pecentage gets higher!  I remembered buying Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty expecting to bash her but ended up loving it!

When Selena Gomez launced Rare Beauty, I have been meaning to try her Luminous Powder Blush because they just look too good on videos and photos!  

Now, I get it, it works even for non-celebrities!  

Rare Beauty Luminous Powder Blush

Shade: HOPE

Price: Php1,800 Available: Sephora Philippines Website

Rare Beauty Says —-

An easy-to-use hybrid of two award-winning bestsellers: Soft Pinch Liquid Blush and Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter.

Unexpectedly smooth and incredibly weightless, this airy blush goes on seamlessly for a pinch-perfect flush that seems to radiate from within.

Highly pigmented base is packed with brilliant pearls for natural-looking dimension. No flaking, caking, or fall out.

Easy to blend, build color, or diffuse for a softer effect—without ever looking chalky or ashy.

Transfer-proof, smudge-proof, water-resistant formula keeps you blushing all day.

Hand-polished, so each powder is as unique as you are. 

Gatsby Look

 

I attended an event with the theme of Modern Gatsby and I've decided to play along with it not only with clothes but also hair and makeup!

Thankfully, my mom-in-law loves fashion and owns a couple of good clothing pieces and I was able to put together this look.

I played with my hairstyle and makeup and came up with this.

It was in the middle of humid summer when I attended the event so I made sure the makeup I used are mostly transfer-proof and sweat-proof.  

Here's a quick video on the products I used and how I applied the makeup look.

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