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Product Review: Etude House Two Tone Treatment Hair Color

Thursday, June 28, 2018

     If there's one thing that I can call forever in my life (aside from my husband), that would be my hair coloring love affair! I've been coloring my hair for years now. The schedule depends on if the roots are starting to show or the color has been washed out. I can say that regular hair coloring is the reason why I always achieve the hair color that I want without bleaching since most of the shades I apply are light blonde, blonde, ash, ash blonde, and light brown. 

     If you notice, most of the colors are on the lighter side of the hair color wheel. There are times that I want to try a bold and bright color like purple, red, or blue BUT it requires bleaching which is a NO-NO for my thin and limp hair. But guess what- I discovered a product that will somehow make my hair purple today, green next week, and for an entire month. Enter Etude House Two Tone Treatment Hair Color. Read more after the jump!

Product Review: Etude House Two Tone Treatment Hair Color
Etude House Two Tone Treatment Hair Color in Mystery Purple

SM World of Beauty

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

     I was in high school, I often hear my mom talking to my titas who live abroad about makeup brands that are not available locally. Two of my aunts work at Macy's that's why if there's a new shade of lipstick from my mom's favorite brand, she will just tell it to them but it will take a year before the balikbayan boxes will arrive at our doorsteps.

     To cut a long story short, it's hard to buy makeup from brands that are exclusively available abroad but now, hoarding buying is a breeze because all the coveted brands from different parts of the world are exclusively available at SM World of Beauty! Let me share with you some of my fave brands from around the world below :)

SM World of Beauty

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom

Monday, January 11, 2016

     Prom season is just around the corner and I'm pretty sure that junior and senior high school students are so excited for the big day. From dance presentation rehearsals, to prom dress preparation, I'm sure that if you're in the shoes of these young ladies, you want to make everything perfect and have a night to remember. Aside from these, another thing that girls are so nervous and excited to wear is their evening makeup. Prolly some will hire a MUA (makeup artist) while some who have a tight or decent budget will do their makeup on their own or you may ask a friend who knows the basics of applying makeup especially if you only want a simple evening look. 

     For this to achieve, you should invest in cost effective makeup up products like primer, foundation, blush, eyebrow powder, eyeliner, lipstick, and eyeshadows. Speaking of eyeshadows, you need to look for pigmented ones since this will be the center of your face makeup. Simple yet dramatic eye makeup will do and can be achieved using colors from an eyeshadow palette. Since we are talking about eyeshadows here, I have an eyeshadow palette from Etude House and methinks a useful palette if your eye makeup peg needs pinks, neutrals, and shimmer eyeshadow shades. Sharing with you today the review and swatch of Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom :)

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom

Fantastic Color Eyes Palette

     Etude House Fantastic Color eyes are available in two new palettes with beautiful summer colors reminiscent of roses and cherry blossoms. Make your eyes look blooming like a beautiful flower with Fantastic Color Eyes palette! This is a 6 color eye shadow palette that comes in trendy colors and various textures for fantastic expression of the eyes for different occasions. There are two palettes: rose garden and cherry blossom. Etude House sent me the cherry blossom palette last year and I'll be sharing with you the swatch below :)

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom

size: 54 g (0.7 g x 6)

price: 848 php (Around $17.95)

place bought: Free

instructions for use: With enclosed tip’s wider surface, spread base color onto the eyelid and with tip’s narrow surface, apply shadow for gradation, eye edges or delicate application to lash line.

ingredients: Mica (Ci 77019), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Talc, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Titanium/Titanium Dioxide, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Magnesium Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Nylon-12, Hexyl Laurate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Isostearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Sodium Dehydroacetate

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom
Cherry Coke, Cherry March, Baby Peony, Hello Spring, Floral Walk and Warm Morning
   
     This palette from Etude House is flower themed because the other palette is also named after a flower-rose garden. I can say that it's inspired from the colors of blooming flowers, the reason why you'll see mostly pink shades. Here are the shades:
  • Cherry Coke- darkest among the six shades, this is perfect for creating smokey eyes.
  • Cherry March - a cool tone hot pink shade that it close to matte.
  • Baby Peony- a light pink shade that can be used in the crease.
  • Hello Spring - it has a thick texture and as you can see in the photo below, it's full of shimmers. Can also be used as a highlighter.
  • Floral Walk - a copper color shade with gold specks. 
  • Warm Morning - light brown shade for a day time smokey eye makeup.

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom
Cherry Coke, Cherry March, Baby Peony, Hello Spring, Floral Walk and Warm Morning

Product Review: Etude House Fantastic Color Eyes in Cherry Blossom
Cherry Coke, Cherry March, Baby Peony, Hello Spring, Floral Walk and Warm Morning

What I like:
  • The packaging is simple but pretty. It's slim and compact.
  • The palette already has a mirror so it can be used immediately for touch-ups, no need to use a separate mirror.
  • The eyeshadow palette is handy and travel-friendly. 
  • The colors inside are wearable. It has pinks, neutrals, and a mix of matte and shimmers.
  • It comes with a dual-ended applicator too.
  • These eyeshadow colors are very pigmented.
  • The packaging has batch, manufacture, expiry date printed at the bottom of the palette.
  • Easily accessible.

What I don't like:
  • The price- can be a little steep for those who have a tight budget.
  • Some of the shades can be tricky to apply.

Will I repurchase? Not for now as this palette can go a long way since it is very pigmented. 

Recommendation
     I give this a 4/5 rating. To tell you honestly, I seldom use eyeshadows so no EOTD in this post. I tried using this palette on my cousin-in-law's eyelids last year when she needed to wear eye makeup for a birthday party and I find some of the shades easy to use. Just be sure not to go overboard in application since some shades like Cherry March can look messy because of fall outs during application. If you have spare money to buy an eyeshadow palette, I recommend this to you.

     Yes, I said that the price is steep for cheapskates and for those who have a limited budget for prom. But if you think that you'll be using it after prom and for everyday simple eye makeup look, then it's time to buy this palette. This is also perfect for day time makeup.

Have you seen or tried this eyeshadow palette from Etude House?

Good Times!~

Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm

Monday, May 25, 2015

     I will never get tired of trying a new lip product as long as the pigmentation is good and there's a lot of colors to choose from the brand! I'm happy to share with you my thoughts on Etude House Sugar Tint Lip Balm. I'm sure you've seen great reviews from beauty bloggers here and abroad and what they have to say about this product. I have a love-hate relationship with these lip balms but I think that it's only me who experienced it. By the way, thank you Etude House for sending these balms. 

     These lip balms are promising but I guess it's only me who can't tolerate a few types of scents and perfumes. To know more about the product scroll down and see photos, swatches, and what are the things I like about these babies :)
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
     This lip balm and lip tint in one comes in vibrant colors to finish your summer look! It gently hugs your lips containing Jojoba Oil, Organic Argan Oil and vitamin E to immediately moisturize and maintain soft lips for long hours. Its special formula melts away dead skin cells, leaving only smooth and healthy lips!

Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301- True red shade.

Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003- Peachy Pink shade.
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint BalmPretty Tube with a screw up lid/cap
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003
size: 4 g/ 0.14 oz

price: 498 php (Around $11.00+)

place bought: Free
Available at these branches:
Glorietta 3, Robinsons Malolos, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA The Block, SM North EDSA Bridgeway, SM Sta. Mesa, Eastwood Citywalk 2, SM Fairview, Robinsons Metro East, SM Masinag, Greenbelt 4, Market! Market!, SM Mall of Asia Manila, Festival Mall, SM Southmall, Alabang Town Center, SM Dasmarinas, SM Sta. Rosa, SM Bicutan, SM Baguio, Marquee Mall, Robinsons Place Mall, SM Makati Department Store, Mall of Asia Department Store, SM North EDSA Department Store, SM Megamall Department Store, SM Cubao Department Store, SM Aura Department Store, SM Bacoor Department Store, Landmark - Makati, Lucky Chinatown Mall, Trinoma

instructions for use: Apply spreading onto entire lips or gradate from inner to outer lips for a natural look. Apply frequently whenever lips feel dry for moist lips.

ingredients: Diisostearyl Malate Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate Paraffin Triethylhexanoin Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate Polyethylene Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Ozokerite Red 7(Ci 15850) Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer Synthetic Wax Red 28 Lake9(Ci 45410) Hexylene Glycol Caprylyl Glycol Phenoxyethanol Tocopheryl Acetate Fragrance Red 6(Ci 15850) Iron Oxides (Ci 77499) Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate Silica Dimethyl Silylate Red 27(Ci 45410) Sucrose
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301
Two swipes
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Cranberry Pie #2 Rd301
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003
Two swipes
Product Review: Etude House Sugar Tint Balm
Etude House Sugar Tint Balm in Grapefruit Tea #6 Pk003
What I like:

  • The packaging is cute. It comes with a screw off lid/cap that can prevent the lid/cap from unscrewing off accidentally while these lip balms are inside your makeup kit or bag.
  • There are 8 pretty shades to choose from.
  • The color comes off true. What you see if what you get.
  • It is very pigmented. Looks like I'm wearing lipstick whenever I apply cranberry pie on my lips.
  • It glides smoothly on my lips without tugging and pulling therefore it's easy peasy to apply.
  • It has the right amount of gloss/shine on my lips. 
  • Etude House Sugar Tint Balm lasted 5 hours on my lips.
  • Does not fade after eating or sipping my drink.
  • Contains beauty oils like Jojoba Oil, Organic Argan Oil, and Vitamin E.
  • Easily accessible.

What I don't like: 

  • The price can be a bit steep for budget conscious individuals.
  • The scent- I find the fruity scent a bit off for my sensitive nose. I think it's just me because my sister likes the scent of these lip balms.
  • Can emphasize flaky and chapped lips because the texture is creamy. 

Will I repurchase? Maybe yes and no. Yes because I want to try the remaining six shades. No because I think a bullet will last long. I'm the type who will empty the contents of a product first before trying or buying a new one if it becomes a fave or HG (holy grail). 

Recommendation:
     I give this product a 4/5 rating. I like that the packaging is cute and unique. It's very pigmented but buildable so it's like I'm already wearing a lipstick. If you have dry, flaky, and chapped lips, I advise you to exfoliate first as these lip balms may emphasize them. Other than that, you'll be surprised that you'll get the true color of these lip balms once applied. Some lipstick may look different on the tube and once applied. I have pigmented lips and I don't have a hard time making Grapefruit Tea show off it's true color in just two swipes.

Have you tried these pretty lip balms from Etude House? What's your favorite shade?

Good Times!~

Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines

Tuesday, May 05, 2015

     Hello dearies! How's everyone? Hope you're all okay! I want to share with you new products to try when you visit Etude House stores this month. Say no to oily and haggard skin with Etude House's products because this month, we all want to stay fresh and booming right? I'm sure some of you will go to your respective provinces to celebrate town fiestas. Raise your hands if you're going to be the Reyna Elena, Reyna Emperatriz or you will join Barangay beauty pageants/contests in your home town. 

     I will highly suggest you to grab these products on your next visit at Etude House stores because you will find skin care products and makeup perfect for these festivities. Show your fresh and blooming face everyday this May. These beauty products are perfect for this month's events and occasion. Scroll down now to see Etude House Philippines' picks for this month princesses!
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
     There are three products from Etude House Philippines that you must have in your stash this month. These product will make you bloom like flowers because from skin prep to your makeup, I'm pretty sure that you can show-off your fresh face ever. So here are the products that you'll need to achieve a pretty blooming face :)

Precious Mineral Any Cushion (Php 1,098.00)
     Look fresh up to 8 hours with the Precious Mineral Any Cushion! Its cushion using the air pump technology that functions to spread a generous layer of a combination of BB cream, CC cream, and foundation onto the skin with just a light pat. Bring it with you anywhere for effortless touch ups anytime!
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
What are the functions of the 6-in-1 almighty cushion?

  • Sun Protection of SPF50+/PA+++- it's still summer and based on the weather forecast, the sun will still be up high in the sky. You need this product because it's already loaded with sunscreen SPF50.
  • Foundation-like Coverage- no need to worry about dark spots, big pores, rough skin and blemishes!
  • Sebum Control- this hot humid weather tends to open up the pores and we need this product to keep oil at bay.
  • Whitening- what more could you ask for! 
  • Cooling- yes, this is what we need for this scorching heat.
  • Moisturizing- one of the properties that our skin care product should always have!

Available in three shades (light to dark):

  • #N02 Light Beige
  • #W13 Natural Beige
  • #W24 Honey Beige

Zero Sebum Line
     The new Zero Sebum Line is every girl’s best friend against oily skin. These products remove and lessen sebum for all day fresh, matte, and oil-free skin!

Key Ingredients :

  • Cotton Flower - Protects skin and prevents skin damage caused by sebum
  • Sugar Polymer - Absorbs excessive sebum (Lasts for up to 8 hours)
  • Sebum Control Mix - Fights acne and soothes skin with excellent anti-bacterial effect (Except for White Sebum Clear)

Zero Sebum All Day Matte Gel (Php 598.00)
    Stay fresh this summer with Zero Sebum All Day Matte Gel! Instead of lotion or cream, use it as a last step in your skin care regimen to mattify the skin. Infused with natural grain powder, Zero Sebum All Day Matte Gel removes sebum for oil-free skin. It is free from silicone, talc, mineral oil, artificial pigment and artificial scent to prevent aggravating skin.
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
Zero Sebum White Sebum Clear (Php 698.00)
     This spot peeling treatment with 4.5% AHA (Glycolic acid) removes dead skin cells and white chunks of sebum from the inside of pores without any invasive treatment. After using facial wash and toner, massage continuously on areas like the forehead, nose, and chin for 1 to 3 minutes. Afterwards, pump your favorite toner on a cotton puff and wipe away the residues.


What is AHA?
     AHA or Alpha Hydroxy Acid helps softly melt dead skin cells. Glycolic Acid, a type of AHA extracted from sugar cane has smaller particles and penetrates faster and shows immediate effects. Tip: For busy mornings you may leave it on for 1 minute and lightly remove with a tissue (leaving the product on for 3 minutes is best.)
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
Fantastic Color Eyes Palette (Php 848.00)
     Etude House Fantastic Color eyes are available in two new palettes with beautiful summer colors reminiscent of roses and cherry blossoms. Make your eyes look blooming like flowers with Fantastic Color Eyes palette! Available in two, 6-color palettes:

Rose Garden
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
  • Juliette
  • Honey Bouquet
  • Antique Touch
  • Hand Tied
  • Vintage Rose
  • My Girl

Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines

Cherry Blossom
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
  • Cherry Coke
  • Cherry March
  • Baby Peony
  • Hello Spring
  • Floral Walk
  • Warm Morning
Be in Full Bloom this May with Etude House Philippines
     Comment below if you want to see swatches from one of the products above :) I'll be reviewing one of them soonest! Thanks for visiting the blog and if you already have tried these products from Etude House Philippines, don't forget to share them on their social media networks! Be fresh and blooming everyday this May!

Good Times!~


WHAT IS ETUDE HOUSE PHILIPPINES?
Etude House's mission is to make every Princess’ dream a reality through our lovely products. Etude House Philippines (Rosa Fiore House Corporation) is a cosmetic brand that believes makeup should be playful and not routine. Our products are developed to reflect four basic concepts: high quality, affordability, lovely design, and a diverse color range.

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