Snoe Supreme Powder Foundation Review

Snoe Poudre Duo Supreme Wet Dry Powder Foundation SPF30+

Php999.00

Shade: Vanilla Creme (Other shade Perfect Beige)

Available: http://www.snoebeauty.com

SNOE POUDRE DUO SUPREME can be used as a wet or dry powder foundation or as a finishing powder.   It gives you the most versatile coverage depending on your application method.  It returns your skin to its original perfection by helping treat, protect and lighten skin. Its highly-advanced coated powder pigments gently veil your complexion in a silky, soft coverage.  It is also full of nutrient-rich SUPER FOOD, making it like an actual treatment for the skin. Skin becomes energized with evident improvement in luminosity and vitality as an increased flow of oxygen is delivered.

SNOE Rouge Deluxe Exotique's Newer and Bolder Shades

Happy Monday!

It took me a while, to finally swatch all 7 new shades of the Snoe Rouge Deluxe Exotique Ultra Intense Color.  Remember the first batch I posted and you think the names were cute and crazy?

Well batch 2 is even crazier!  I even don't know why I'm smiling in these photos, I tried my best to think about the Adjectives but hey, Ms. Sunshine ain't doing EVIL or BITTER or even ANGER look --- mahirap ha!

Swatches of the 7 newer shades with their crazy names!  Love how unique these names are!

I separated them into 2 categories, the first category which is perfect for anytime of the day, these can even be transitioned to night lip color if you want --- just apply more layers!

SNOE FLASH ON Instant Lash Extension Mascara KIT Review

In all honesty, I do not wear mascara on a daily basis, I almost do not wear them at all (that explains why I don't review a lot of mascaras nowadays).  

Why?

Well, either my lashes are turning shorter than ever or I'm not easily impressed with mascaras anymore after most of my favorites seem to be discontinued.

Most of the time, you'll see me in person fully made up with either bare lashes or falsies! 

When Snoe Flash On Instant Lash Extrension Mascara KIT arrived at my doorstep, I gave it a try right away and did an #AMWIgStories .  Honestly speaking, it didn't do so much on sparse lashes like mine but I was impressed for many reasons!

Well, firstly, this is locally made brand so I'm excited and proud of it!  Now, this KIT comes with 2 products - a Gel Mascara and a Lash Fiber (Php999.00).

Product Description

It is very important to follow instructions for the product to work!

Flash On Instant Lash Extension Mascara is a three-step lash extension system that includes a mascara gel base/ sealer and nylon lash fibers. Unlike traditional mascaras, this system contains lightweight nylon fibers that adhere to your own lashes so you easily get longer, thicker and dramatically beautiful lashes within seconds.

Snoe Rouge Deluxe Exotique Review

I got the SNOE Rouge Deluxe Exotique Lipsticks for months now and I only got the chance to write about these because I am really thinking hard on how to categorize these lipsticks.  

Okay, let me try to simplify everything by saying --- these are locally-made and are good quality (so I'm raising our National Flag proudly here!), these are highly pigmented and comes in shades that are wearable for any skin tone!  All 6 shades I got are wearable I tell you!  I can't pick a favorite and I just make a decision by simply grabbing ANY shade on my "SNOE" basket and I'll know they will look pretty good on me.

Now, on the other side of the coin, you have to bear in mind that I, the reviewer, have extremely dry and dehydrated lips (I've said it a lot of times but I have to remind all of you!), they feather, they crack so whenever I test new products, I test them ALONE and with the help of lip moisturizer or lip balm!  

The Snoe Rouge Deluxe Exotique Lipsticks - I can't wear without the help of lip balm, that's because, my lips are special that way :P

Snoe Rouge Deluxe Exotique

Php499.00

The ultimate transformation! Shape and sculpt your lips and make a bold statement with just one swipe. Rouge Deluxe Exotique is velvety smooth, densely infused with multi-faceted pigments and formulated to give nourishment to your lips with lasting full coverage without feathering.

Brow Embroidery without the Blade!

If you love to take care of your brows, you've probably heard (or seen) Brow Embroidery at one point of your life.  I watched how Brow Embroidery was done on Facebook ads and even saw them in person on my beauty-loving friends!  

The effect is very natural, but I know a lot of my friends who wanted to try it are too scared to have a blade (no matter how small it is) near their face!  So hear ye!

I came across a new brow product that mimics the effect of a newly done Brow Embroidery from SNOE.

Snoe What's Up Brow!  Eyebrow Embroidery says ---

Real hair effect. Highly pigmented. Water resistant. 24 Hours.  Trident tip.Fill in the blanks with natural-looking eyebrows! Contains SymPeptide which enhances appearance of length and thickness of brows/ lashes and improves density.

Last Minute Christmas Gift-Giving Guide..Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas AMW Friends!  Christmas day today and just like me, some of you are probably  juggling to finish your shopping list!  For the past 2 years, I find myself more productive when I shop during Christmas season!  Imagine the sale (got Christmas Tree for 50% off!), the lesser traffic and lesser mall crowds! 

I realized, I just gave away my secret!  *hahaha*  Sorry godchildren, that's the reason why your ninang is always late in gift-giving!

So because I have a couple of hours left before I need to wrap gifts (again!), I will share some of my instant-gift giving finds that I personally would love to receive!  Are you ready?

Gift Idea #1 Makeup/Skincare Gift Sets

 Estee Lauder brand has always been a WINNER in terms of gift sets!  No matter how much make up I own at the moment, these never fail to make me jump for joy!

Just like this set!

Includes: 

AMW Wears: SNOE Glam Jam Lip & Cheek Plumper Tint in Bubble Gum

So I recently received the SNOE Glam Jam Lip & Cheek Plumper Tint from the Christmas tin can that was sent from SNOE as a Holiday gift for Bloggers!  The first product that caught my attention is this Lip & Cheek Tint --- as I originally missed reading the word "Plumper".  As you all know, I have full lips so I try to steer clear from using Lip Plumpers because I may look like the "Lips walking with a face!"  (You get that joke?) 

But anyways, missing the word PLUMPER is actually nice because I could be "judgmental" when it comes to products I dare not to try!  So after trying this out with a bit of "sting" on my lips, that's when I realized it is a plumping product!  But the mistake is actually a good mistake because I see something positive about this!

AMW Reviews: Snoe's SABStance Blushes in X6 Faith and X8 Love

Happy Monday AMW friends!  Today, I will be sharing 2 blushes that's included in my collection.  I am so proud to share about this because this blush line is a collaboration between SNOE and my dear makeup artist and blogger friend Sabs Hernandez.  

Sabs has been "up there" in the makeup industry, I've read her names in various glossies and she has made her mark in her various works!  That is why I am not surprised she finally collaborated with a brand and truth be told....if you have a makeup artist create colors and makeup in general?  It must be really good! 

Snoe SABStance High Intensity Powder Blush

I believe Sabs came up with 10 blush shades with names like Faith, Hope, Love, Courage, Joy, Patience, Respect, Just, Wisdom and Honor.  Names that definitely gives SUBSTANCE to what a person should be.

Now let's veer away from the exterior and let's talk about the blush itself.  The first thing that came up to my mind are my favorite  Tarte blush because of the presence of Amazonian Clay!

Shades on Spotlight

L-R X8 Love, X6 Faith

AMW Reviews: Snoe White Vitamin C Rich Calamansi Beauty Bar

Good morning AMW friends!  Today, I am off for an important makeup gig and I'll share more about it once it's done!  :)

Now let's talk about Snow White, I meant Snoe White!  Snoe is a beauty brand that created a buzz because of their wonderfully packaged products, aside from that, their products are affordable, effective and proudly Philippine made!

I've hold on reviewing any products with "whitening" agent when I got pregnant so after giving birth, I immediately grabbed my Snoe White Vitamin C Rich Calamansi Beauty Bar a try as I'm looking to prettify myself once again!  Yes mommies, we can still stay pretty even when we lack sleep and energy from taking care of our babies!

Some Last Minute Christmas Gifts!

Merry Christmas AMW friends!  Just one more sleep and the happy season is here!  How are you celebrating your Christmas?  I'm off with the family for a nice lunch/dinner and spend the rest catching up on each other's lives!

Just like ME, maybe...some of you are still not done with Christmas shopping! Maybe, you were part of "population" who spend more time stuck in traffic rather than the shopping action itself.  Let's give each other a *high five* shall we? 

Note from author:  These are all random products that comes into mind but feel free to add more!  I am more into "packaging" and effectiveness of the product brand! 

Let's talk about gifts that we tend to steer away from.  The gift of skincare, body care and hygiene.  Okay, giving products related to hygiene is a bit tricky so you can either gift this to your family members or super close friends!  I'll explain why the gift of hygiene can make a receive happy!  (like me!)

Gift ideas #1 

for mouth and teeth

After I reached 5th month of pregnancy, and 2nd trimester is the safest period to visit a dentist, I've decided to visit a dentist one day for teeth cleaning and look what hit me!  My dentist scolded me like I was a 10-year old kid as it seems like I am still not taking enough care of my teeth!  *embarrassed*  My gingivitis problem is still there and seems I didn't do anything about it!  My gums ended up bleeding A LOT so I was scheduled for 2nd session of teeth cleaning after the New Years!  *hides face from embarrassment* 

Dentiste Plus White Perfect 

Gum and Tooth Protection

you can also add up with a toothbrush and toothpaste! 

Gift ideas #2

 For the face

The gift is skincare is well appreciated nowadays as a lot of us are on a search for really good brands but can't seem to shell out a lot to try out different brands!  So gifting someone a skincare brand they haven't tried would give them a chance to test on new products without them needing to spend!  Smart idea right?

Let's start with the inexpensive ones that I or my family members have tried and loved!   

Various Dove Facial Wash

• Dove Beauty Moisture Facial Cleanser
• Dove Gentle Exfoliating Facial Cleanser
• Dove Cleanser and Toner in One
• Dove Fresh Touch Facial Cleanser

Less than Php200.00 each

If you have a budget and wants to give your mom, sister or bestfriend a brighter "look" for the year 2013.  Shiseido came up with a simple daily routine focusing on the basic skincare technique!  Cleansing, Toning and Moisturizing!  

Shiseido 1-2-3 Skincare

Php2,750.00 (approx $68.75)

And for the special men in our lives!  Mr. AMW have used these, also my dad!  I've heard nothing but rave reviews!

L'Oreal Men Expert

each product less than Php500.00 each

• Pure & Matte Anti-Regreasing Moisture Gel
• Pure & Matte Anti-Blocked Pores Exfoliating Gel
• Pure & Matte Anti-Sebum Foam Scrub
• Pure & Matte Bright Charcoal Black Foam

And usually, best gift idea for dads!  Shaving Gel!  My dad is old school, he uses regular soap and water and always end up with razor burn!  The best idea for clean shave?  Use a good quality shaver and a shaving gel!

Nivea for Men Cool Kick Arctic Freeze

 Wash & Shave Gel

Perfect 2-in1 product!

And if you have a bit of budget or you would want to impress your dad-in-law or your boyfriend's dad!  A good skincare brand for men immediately came to mind!  I gifted this set to my brother and he loved it so much!  (Note: My brother is very picky with his skincare products!)

Lab Series Skincare for Men

Visit: www.labseries.com and Like them on Facebook for more products

Multi-Action Face Wash 

Php1,400.00 (approx $35.00)

Maximum Comfort Shave Cream (Advanced Formula)

Php1,600.00 (approx $40.00)

Age Rescue Eye Therapy

Php1,850.00 (approx $46.25)

Gift ideas #3

for the body

Nivea Sun Line

Each product not exceeding Php500.00

Out of all the sunblock brands I've tried, Nivea is one of the brand that goes on top of my list as their products can be used for the whole family!

• Nivea Sun Moisturizing After Sun Spray
• Nivea Sun Kids Swim & Play SPF50+ 
• Nivea Sun Whitening Immediate Sun Protection Collagen Protect
• Nivea Sun Invisible Touch Transparent Spray SPF30 PA++

If you plan to give a sunblock surprise for your girlfriends that would make them smile because of its gorgeous packaging, go for ---

Snoe Here comes the SunBlock

Instant White SPF45 Sun Lotion

Php199.00 (approx $4.98)

Gift ideas #4

Miscellaneous body products

Give a set of hand and food care products would also work well for people who are always on the go!  An instant at-home spa session is what I usually gift to my mom and sister and I'm sure this set (paired by yours truly) is the best gift for anyone who needed the break.

Sakura Products

(each product costs less than Php200.00)

• Sakura Hand Sanitizer
• Sakura Food and Heel Lotion
• Sakura Hand and Nail cream

Snoe Snoe White Extra Strength Kojic Milk Whitening Scrub

For girls who like spending time inside the bath tub so they can scrub their worries away!

Yves Rocher Body Pack

(Pack costs less than Php500.00)

Penshoppe Unlimited for Men and Women Scent

Each cost Php199.00 (approx $5.00)

Gift idea #5

Added Bonus

Nivea Lip Products

Each cost less than Php200.00

You can add up special lip care product from Nivea which are best added to any gifts you have in mind as EVERYONE needs lip protection! 

Gift idea #6

For the Hair

There will always be a friend, a family member, a colleague who takes serious care of their hair and giving them the gift of "hair protection" is like giving a kid a bag of candies!  

Think about hair treatment products, serums, hair shampoos and conditioners etc...

Black Beauty Fix, Protect and Shine

I love to create my own pack of goodies and tie them in a nice ribbon!  The gift says it all!  You are a friend who will be there to help fix his/her problems, protect him/her from harm and will always be there to cheer him/her on their moment to shine!

and since we're on the topic for hair!  Moms and moms-to-be will always appreciate products that are safe for kids! A super cute packaged hair care product for the kids!

Human Nature Kids Natural Shampoo & Body Wash

Gift ideas #7

For every Beauty Guru in us

 The best Christmas gift for girls who are into makeup?  An eyeshadow set!  There are LOADS of eyeshadow palettes available in the market nowadays but let me put some of those that caught my attention because of its versatility and wearability!

L'Oreal OpenEyes Pro

You can pick up the favorite shades of your recipient and whatever colors then plan to use in the palette will always match!  Pick from hues of browns, blues, greens and purples!  You'll make a "kikay" girl happy this season!

Majolica Majorca Trick On Powder Eyeshadow

I own around 3-4 palettes of Majolica Majorca Trick On Powder eyeshadow palettes and one thing will always comes to mind --- Daytime Look!  However you would like to use your Trick On Powder Eyeshadow, you will always look "made up" and it works for everyone!  Add on a bit more of the pigmentation and you're set for night out!     

And just because I can't help but include this gorgeous Estee Lauder Pure Color Fall 2012 collection before the year ends, this is another great tip for YOU who don't mind spending a bit more, probably for yourself or for the closest people in our lives!

Estee Lauder Violet Underground

 Pure Color Five Color EyeShadow Palette 

in Violet Underground

Php2,500.00 (approx $62.50)

The collection is available for limited time at Rustan's Makati and Shangri-La this month, good while supplies last so hurry! :D

And since we're on the topic on eye makeup, feel free to throw in my favorite brow powder!  The Benefit Brow Zings!  This set can last the recipient a year or more!  So worth the price!

Benefit Brow Zings

Php1,600.00 (approx $40.00)

I know this post can get too long and overwhelming but really, there are still a lot more products to include for Holiday Gift Giving 2012!  A tip from me?  Always keep in mind the person you're giving gifts too!  What are their likes?  Their passion?  What tickles them?  I use that trick in purchasing gifts for my loved ones that's why I don't usually spend too much time on shopping!

Last but not the least, if you're out of imagination, give the gift of Good Vibes! :)

Snoe The Good Vibes Collection 

in Happiness

(set costs Php199.00/approx $4.97)

Don't tell me you didn't smile with this super cute packaging!

What are other good gift-giving ideas you can share?
I'd love to hear from you!

Advance Merry Christmas AMW Friends!

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AMW Reviews: Snoe Body Ritual Recipes Honey Bath Syrup and Whipped Body Frosting

Weekend is here!  Though most of our Philippine readers are enjoying their long weekend holiday, yours truly is slaving off with work! (Dear boss: Note on slaving off!)  *laughs*  I am so glad weekend is here because I need the beauty sleep I deserve!  I've been suffering from insomnia for the past months and I get to sleep longer over the weekends!

Aside from sleeping over the weekend, I am also excited for a "me" time!  I usually take longer showers, apply at-home hair treatment and do my once a week body and face scrubs! 

Before I learned I was pregnant, I used Snoe's Body Ritual Recipes products before I changed them all to unscented bath products due to my strong aversion on scented products!  Now that my scent of smell isn't as crazy as before, I'm ready to talk about the 2 Body Ritual Recipes I've tried!  If I've written the review on my first trimester, you'd probably read my non-stop complaints on the scent which isn't fair as the scent is heavenly! 

Snoe Body Ritual Recipes

Honey Bath Syrup

in Honey Dew Melon Yogurt

Snoe says ---

Have dessert while taking a shower! Bathing has never been so delightful. Snoe's Honey Bath Syrups will create a lavish lather that will clean and moisturize your skin. We added anti-oxidants to quench your skin's thirst, minus the calories.

Ingredients

AMW says ---
Pros

• Smells great.
• Creates a good lather.
• Non-drying.
• Skin feels soft and smooth after shower. 

Cons

• The "pour" type bottle making it difficult for me to get the right amount of product needed.

Price
Php199.00 (approx $4.70)

 Snoe Body Ritual Recipes 

Whipped Body Frosting

in Honey Dew Melon Yogurt

Snoe says ---

Smell delicious while getting silky-smooth skin with Snoe’s luxurious Whipped Body Frosting with SPF 15 to protect from the sun, with papaya to continuously whiten. 

Ingredients

AMW says 

Pros

• Smells great.
• Nice pump-type bottle.
• Moisturizes skin without the greasy feel.
• Gets absorbed into the skin in no time.

Cons

• SPF15 may not be enough for people who are exposed under the sun for long.

Price
Php249.00 (approx $5.80)

Overall, both products gave me a satisfying bath experience!  I like how the scent is unique yet not too strong!  Both products work well on my dry skin and it leaves my skin smooth and moisturized throughout the day!  What I love about Snoe products is the fact that they are 100% proudly made in the Philippines and their packaging has always been an eye-catcher!  I've bought several of these for my relatives who came from Canada and they loved it!  Perfect for gift-giving too!

Snoe products are available at Ground Floor Cinderella Glorietta Makati, Festival Mall Alabang, SM Muntinlupa, SM Valenzuela or ONLINE

Any AMW readers who loves the luxurious bath experience the way I do?
Have you tried Snoe Body Ritual Recipes?

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I Wonder: "Do You Take Care of your Feet?"

Good morning my dearies!  Today, I will be prettifying some gorgeous girls and I'm hoping to do a great job! Wish me luck!

Let's get personal this weekend!  Let me share to you how I show my love aside from saying "I Love You" or giving hugs to people I love.  I give facials and foot massages!  *laughs*  Back then when facial mask sheets weren't readily available, I would go to Watsons and purchase the powdered version, mix it with water then apply them on my mom's, sister's and even brother's face!  Bonding moments via home version of facials plus a foot relaxing session is an almost weekly thing that I look forward to!  I even have a tiny basket to house my foot soak, foot scrub, foot lotion etc...  that's how much I love my family at the latter part, I realized something --- I am meant to work in a SPA!  *laughs*

"You don't know a good massage until I show you!"  *winks*  (That's me being extra conceited!  Pagbigyan niyo na!)  hehehe

It has been awhile since my last "service" to my mom!  So when I got Snoe Happy Heels set, I called my mom immediately and said: "Guess what? You've won a free foot massage service!  Get ready to relax!!!"  It left my mom dumbfounded as she didn't join any contests!  Oh well, that's what she gets for having me as her daughter! Swerte niya no? (Isn't she lucky?) :P

My mom, one of the most selfless person I know, dislikes it when I do "labor" services, she worries so much that I would get tired!  I always tell her the tiny little foot massages I give her are NOTHING compared to the way she took care of me for 3 decades! 

Did you know that?

A good massage can help lower blood pressure, relaxes the mind and prevents depression? (That's what I read based on research!) :)

Snoe Happy Heels

Cherry Berry 

  "Make an important appointment with yourself

 to use Happy Heels Foot Whitening Spa Kit 

and you'll be sporting jolly, happy 'soles' in no time."

 

Includes ---

Foot Soak, Foot Scrub, Foot Blush Spray and Foot Lotion

Snoe Happy Heels by the way was gifted to me and so far, I love the scent and it does soften the calluses on the heel area and the Foot Blush Spray is divine!  It creates sexy-looking feet in an instant!   The Happy Heels Therapy Set costs Php349.00 (approx $8.10).  Also available in Peppermint Tea scent.

Recently, I realized something about myself.  I enjoy purchasing and collecting "foot therapy sets" but never gave my own feet some loving!  *embarrassed*

So today, I wonder ....
"Do you take care of your feet?"
What products do you use?
Like Snoe Beauty Inc. on Facebook for information on how to purchase and more product offerings!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!