Monday, February 18, 2008

E.L.F. Tone Correcting Concealer


**available at Robinson's Dept Stores, SM Department stores and Rustan's Essences for approx. Php 129.00 each
Aailable in Fair, Light and Medium


E.L.F Says --

Multi-tonal silicon treatment masks skin tone imperfections and redness, leaving skin with a healthy glow.

Askmewhats Says --

The first time I tried this product was on a tester, they were out of stock so I got really sad as my undereye circles diminished 50% . Several months after, I was happy to see E.L.F on leading malls and I bought it right away. After a month of usage, here's what I say (again, this is my own opinion)


Pros :
  • Does it's job diminishing dark circles
  • Can lighten your red spots and some veins around my nose
  • The wand is easy to use
  • Easy to blend
Cons :
  • It is scented with an Orange-y smell (I can take this, but a lot of people can't)
  • For Oily Skinned - I think this could be a problem as this tends to get a bit oily, so my suggestion is to gently pat with a loose powder after applying this concealer.
Will I repurchase?

Maybe, maybe not, it depends , as I'm planning to buy another brand of concealer..hehehe I am looking into cream concealers now uggggghhhh me and my addiction to make-up!!!

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Frostings Cupcakes *yummy*



With all the "in" cupcakes, I'm sure everyone have their own share of "cupcake faves". I myself tried a whole lot of cupcakes, expensive or not...as long as they taste good, I'm in love.


At Robinson's Galleria Level 3 Jump Street West Wing, we came across with a very cute shop called FROSTINGS... they are affordable and they are yummy. I highly recommend the Swiss Choco (their Bestseller and our favorite!) ...photo below



** Swiss Chocolate for Php 50.00


It was a lucky "strawberry-y and orange-y" day for us as we've got free taste of cute mini cupcakes! Thanks to the staff of Frostings as they were kind enough to let us get a couple more mini cakes as they knew we enjoy freebies.... *hehehe* Here's how cute they look like



You can check out the other flavors and their prices below :D Enjoy cupcakes-eating. Tip: it would be great if you eat it as soon as you bought it, it tastes heavenly that way *winks* Then walk 10miles after (joking!)





P.S. Thanks to my Sweetie for the great photos *mwa*

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Saturday, February 16, 2008

My Prestige Brushes

As seen in my previous post, I bought the Smashbox Brush set and I am happy with it :) But of course, I am starting to collect brushes that I don't have, and I came across with Prestige brushes. They don't have a lot of brushes like Mac or Smashbox but they're cheap. So I bought 2 that I don't have.

SHADOW CONTOUR BRUSH # 102 (Php 175.00 at the Beauty Bar)

This shapes, defines and contours the crease area giving a more strong and defined look







SHADOW CREASE BRUSH #103 (Php 200.00 at the Beauty Bar)

This is designed to perfectly blend the shadow into the crease
area giving out soft look





VERDICT?
I am so happy with it! It's soft and it works really well! If ONLY they could come up with more brushes.


Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Friday, February 15, 2008

E.L.F. Golden Glow Eyeshadow



E.L.F. cosmetics (a.k.a. EyesLipsFace) has been the BUZZ in YT world (Youtube) . And I am happy I've found E.L.F. in leading SM malls! It's not as cheap as it is in the US, as all products are sold for $1 (approx Php 41.00) and it's definitely not marked that way here! I will give separate reviews on other E.L.F. products but I just can't help but blog on this Golden Glow Eyeshadow, as I love love love this!!!!

Having yellow toned skin, it's not that advisable for anyone to use gold, yellow shadows as it won't show or you will look like you have Hepatitis! I'm not a Yellow or gold fan, but I don't know why the sudden love of gold, I went to the booth and just got the sample of Golden Glow and tried it on my hand. Since its not expensive (Php60-70 sorry can't remember). What can I lose?

E.L.F. says --
Custom Eyes
Luxuriously smooth and silky mineral formula provides eyes with a neutral base and an awakened brightness for a long-lasting wear.


Askmewhats says --

Pros :
  • It is indeed silky, smooth and long wearing.
  • The color Golden Glow is the best for me, very pigmented (compared to the others)
  • I put it on my lid and it just brighten my whole look!
  • Added factor is its cute magnetic compact in 4s. You can choose colors you like and have your own quad!





Cons :
  • The other colors like Ivory, Moondust are not too pigmented (or maybe its just my skin tone that I can't seem to see the colors popping out)
  • The colors available here in Manila are limited. I wanted to buy the quad compact but I just can't make up my mind on what other colors I want, I was thinking of filling it all up with Golden Glow hehehe
  • Do you guys know about cosmetics having lead content? Using a gold ring? Well, I did test it (this is the ONLY product I tested with lead content), after rubbing this E/S on my hand and gently rubbing it with a gold ring, it did showed a strong dark streak (which implies lead). I haven't tried other E/S yet, so I'm not sure if it's really UNSAFE.

Will I repurchase?

YES

My trial look














































Your Askmewhats,
Nikki

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!!

From http://theholidayspot.com

Reasons Why I LOVE YOU!

  • I can be myself when I am with you.
  • Your idea of romance is dimlights, softmusic, and just the two of us.
  • Because you make me feel like,like, like I have never felt before.
  • I can tell you anything, and you won't be shocked.
  • Your undying faith is what keeps the flame out of love alive hrtfireredsm.gif
  • You and me together, we can make magic.
  • We're a perfect match
  • Thinking of you, fills me with a wonderful feeling.
  • Your love gives me the feeling, that the best is still ahead.
  • You never give up on me, and that's what keeps me going.
  • You are simply irresistible
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  • I love you because you bring the best out of me.
  • Your terrific sense of humorlaughing.gif
  • Everytime I look at you, my heart misses a beathrtico.gif
  • You're the one who holds the key to my heartkeyheart.gif
  • You always say what I need to hear (You are perfect).
  • You have taught me the true meaning of love.
  • Love is, what you mean to me - and you mean everything.
  • You are my theme for a dream.hollm106.gif
  • I have had the time of my life and I owe it all to you.
  • When I look into your eyes, I can see your heart.
  • Your love for me is a natural anti-depressant.
  • I love to hear your voice.

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  • Your love has helped me to rediscover myself.
  • Your love is an effective anti-dote to despair.
  • I love to wake up with you by my side...It makes my days better.
  • You always make me feel that you are by my side no matter what.
  • I love that feeling of being secure when you wrap your arms around me.valen055.gif
  • I love the way you keep your cool when I do something stupid.
  • Just being with you feels like I can defy the whole world.
  • You mean the world to me.
  • I like your small gestures that speak volumes about how much you care.
  • I love the way you treasure the gifts that I gave you.xmas90.gif

  • I love the way you patch up with me after a tumultuous fight.happy139.gif
  • And, of-course, your intelligence, 'cause you were smart enough to fall in love with me ;-)


Wishing you all a great Hearts Day!!!!
from your Askmewhats,
Nikki