Feature: Cathy Doll Ready 2 White

     Weeks ago, Cathy Doll Philippines launched the complete line of Cathy Doll Ready 2 White skincare products together with their first Filipina brand ambassador, Elisse Joson here in the country. This Thai beauty brand became a staple in every beauty and lifestyle bloggers’ skincare and makeup essentials because of quality that doesn’t break the bank.

     During the launch that was held at Ayala Malls Cloverleaf, invited guests had a chance to check out the latest addition to Cathy Doll’s Ready 2 White Line. It was also the day where they introduced Ms. Elisse Joson as the first Filipina brand ambassador. The event was full of fun and surprises with a dance number and a question and answer portion between the media guests and Elisse. More information about the products after the jump.

Feature: Cathy Doll Ready 2 White 

How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes?

     One of the most important tools in makeup arsenals are brushes. There’s a brush for everything for concealing, contouring, applying foundation, buffing, blending, and priming. And every brush picks up the product over time. And after a period of use, you should consider cleaning them. And not just dusting them off, but actually cleaning them. 

     Why? Because you want to prevent acne. You can learn more about it here. But every time you use brushes they tend to contain bacteria if they were open and from your product as well. This leads to clogged pores, infections, and acne. If brushes still have older makeup on them, they won’t help you apply the right color you’re aiming for. Let’s say you did a black smokey eye and used the same brush the very next day to a nude eye palette. You won’t achieve that look because your brush still contains product from the last application. 

How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes?

Watsons x Civil Service Commission Fun Run

     Asia’s leading health, wellness and beauty retailer Watsons joins the Civil Service Commission National Capital Region (CSC NCR) in the R.A.C.E. to SERVE Fun Run happening on September 1, at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila. 

     With the theme “Civil Service at 119: Upholding Integrity and a High Trust Society,” the fun run aims to raise funds for the benefit of Pondong Pamanang Lingkod Bayani (PLBi) Program which honors public servants who sacrificed their lives in the service of the Filipinos. It will also serve as the kick-off activity to CSC’s 119th anniversary this September. 

Watsons x Civil Service Commission Fun Run

L-R: Watsons Trading Health Director Rafael V. Lim and Marketing Director Viki H. Encarnacion, and Civil Service Commission Chief of the Public Assistance and Liaison Division Mira Michelle A. Brazil and NCR Regional Director Judith A. Dongallo-Chicano

Product Review: K Palette Lasting 2-Way Eyebrow Liquid and Real Lasting Eye Pencil

     As a self-confessed eyebrow and eyeliner makeup junkie, I make sure that my brows are always on fleek together with defined eyes for a more polished look! I have tried a handful of brands in the past and thankfully, most of them made into my highly recommend list. For eyebrows, I've tried different formulations like powder, gel, and mascara while for eyeliner- pencil, gel, and liquid are the must-haves.

     Today, I'm going to try one of the infamous brands from Japan- K Palette. This cult-fave Japanese beauty brand is well-loved among beauty and makeup junkie specifically for their highly-raved 1 Day Tattoo Eyebrow Pencil and Eyeliners. Long-lasting, water-resistant formula stays put for up to 24 hours, translucent ink, waterproof, smudge-proof, and easy application are the best features of their brow and eyeliner products. Know more about K-Palette and their New & Improved, Better than before Lasting 2-Way Eyebrow Liquid and Real Lasting Eye Pencil after the jump!

Product Review: K Palette Lasting 2-Way Eyebrow Liquid and Real Lasting Eye Pencil

Feature: Abbamart Korea

     Kbeauty fans, hear ye, hear ye! Here's another promising brand that will help you create your K-Pop inspired makeup look. The brand is set to have its official launch anytime soon here in the Philippines and is giving dibs about the products they offer on their Facebook and Instagram pages. 

     Their tagline 'The Beauty Playground" best describes the brand- playful yet classy colors that radiate warm and happy vibes. Abbamart sent three of their best-selling products- Today Is the Weather Eye Palette 2, On & Off Dual Contour, and Mellow Tone with Lips Lipstick last December. More information about these babies after the jump!

Feature: Abbamart Korea 

Chic Nail Color Slay All Day Collection

      Ready to feel extra today? If you're a true blue fashionista, I presume that you've encountered what Oscar de la Renta said that style is about being yourself. And for the fashionistas of the new generation, the style has indeed become more than just about the latest trends but also about expressing their unique individuality. 

     From sporting bright neon tops, wearing edgy combat boots, or even taking risks in combining colorful makeup, many young trendsetters today are showing what it means to embrace their own style. To complement their OOTD, one can never go wrong with a pop of nail polish. Get ready to slay it, chicas! Chic Nail Color recently launched the newest collection that will make sure you'll get a major chic aura as the shades are definitely so lit! More about the 6 shades below :)

Chic Nail Color Slay All Day Collection

How to Use Vitamin C Serum for Brighter Skin

     We all want beautiful skin. On television and in the movies, we see actors and actresses with glowing skin and we wonder, what are they doing to achieve such beautiful skin? While the rich and famous have plenty of money to achieve glowing skin, there are ways us regular people can have beautiful skin as well. By using the best products, such as the best vitamin C serum, you can achieve brighter skin, appearing years younger than you age! 

How to Use Vitamin C Serum for Brighter Skin

Feature: BYS Cosmetics Summer Collection

     It's rainy season already but I can still feel the summer heat especially in the afternoon. I'm sure that beauty aficionados and makeup junkies are looking for a perfect rosy and soft glam look that will complement our erratic weather.

     BYS Cosmetics Philippines recently released their newest summer collections that will make you look good and feel fresh all day. Meet BYS Bloom Collection- a collection that’s inspired by Sakura Flowers with lip and cheek tint in a creamy and pigmented formula. Safari Collection, on the other hand, is inspired by the elements of the earth. BYS Philippines sent three items for the collection, check out the photos and swatches after the jump!

Feature: BYS Cosmetics Summer Collection

Product Review: MAC Coral Bliss Lipstick

     I've been lemming for a pretty pink with peach or coral shade lipstick for years now and finally found one in MAC's Cremesheen formula- Coral Bliss. A pretty pink and peach lipstick shade that is perfect for summer and for lazy days when I don't want to wear makeup. The pink and peach tones in this lipstick give a pretty pop of color on my lips whenever I want to brighten up my day. 

     I bought this in an instant because I forgot to bring my lipstick the day I'm on my way to an event. My plan is to buy MAC Angel first before this but after seeing how pretty this baby after the SA (sales lady) handed me the bullet at MAC Sm Aura, I got totally sold. I said to myself that I'm getting this shade not only because of my lemming but it's a nice shade that screams summer. More about MAC Coral Bliss after the jump.

Product Review: MAC Coral Bliss Lipstick

Product Review: Megan Hydro Cool Eye Gel Patch

     Hello dearies! Sharing a short review of my favorite under eye mask so far. Megan Hydro Cool Eye Gel Patch is really cheap yet effective in taking away all the stress in your eyes. Aside from having a heavy duty concealer, under eye mask also helps in reducing puffy eyes and brightens dark circles. If you are on zombie mode because of work and other activities that deprive you of getting 6-8 hours of sleep, this product is your new best friend.

     Once placed under the eye, it automatically gives a cooling sensation that is so relaxing. You may opt to sleep for 20-30 minutes, read a book and do some stuff because it sticks properly in place and will not slide nor drip while walking or lying down. More about this product after the jump!

Product Review: Megan Hydro Cool Eye Gel Patch

Product Review: Clio Kill Cover Pro Artist Liquid Concealer in 3-BY Linen (New Packaging)

     "Look into my eyes and tell me what it is you see in me (Would you look into my eyes?). Look into my eyes and tell me what it is you see in me (Could you tell me what you see?)" If you're a fan of Bone-Thugs-and-Harmony, prolly you know this song. Well, our topic for today is all about the eyes. If you look into my eyes these days, you will see dark circles (eyebags). I've been sleeping for 4-5 hours a day and there are wake ups in between.

     I'm sleep deprived and stressed lately. If you follow me on my social media accounts, you'll see my updates that I'm in the hospital, the dialysis center, or emergency room because of my father's condition. If bags and dark circles start to show in my eyes, I always reach out for eye mask and concealer. The latter is one of the best sleepless nights saviors and the brand that I've been using for more than a year now is from Club Clio- Clio Kill Cover Liquid Concealer. 

Product Review: Clio Kill Cover Pro Artist Liquid Concealer in 3-BY Linen (New Packaging)

Product Review: Vice Cosmetics Little Ponies

     Great news to all the fans of Vice Cosmetics lipstick line, good vibes coming your way! Last March 23, 2019, new shades of Vice Cosmetics Little Ponies were launched and my lipstick loving heart can't contain the excitement and swatched the cutest lipsticks that I got hold of to date.

     Vice Cosmetics Little Ponies arrived in our doorstep yesterday and it made me say that “good things come in small packages” talaga. These lipsticks are soooo cute!!! The new shades scream good vibes, perfect for everyday wear and for all skin tones. So without further ado, sharing the swatches of Vice Cosmetics Little Ponies below :)

Product Review: Vice Cosmetics Little Ponies

Feature: Megan Beauty Products #MegandaSiMayMay Campaign

     Have you seen or heard of Megan Beauty products? The brand has been in the market for quite some time now. They are famous for their affordable yet effective skin care products that Filipinas love. I'm sure you've seen them in shelves at leading supermarkets and drugstores nationwide but this time, you will love the brand more because they got a new endorser.

     The witty and down to earth actress, model, and singer MayMay Entrata is the newest face of Megan. She was introduced to media and bloggers last November in an intimate press event held in Quezon City. During the event, Maymay shared a lot of things including her skincare routine and Megan products she is using. More about Maymay Entrata and Megan Beauty products below :)

Feature: Megan Beauty Products #MegandaSiMayMay Campaign

Product Review: Natura Organics Lokal Matte Lipstick/ Supra Matte Liquid Lipstick

     As promised, here's a short review of Natura Organics Lipsticks in Lokal Matte and Supra Matte Liquid variants. They sent six shades housed in a classy bullet made of sturdy acrylic glass. The gold logo of the brand is beautifully stamped in the tube. Since the tube is transparent, I can easily see through it the pretty shades of red, pink and nude. These lipsticks are certified organic, cruelty-free, vegan, and made of natural ingredients.

     Natura Organics launches a newly formulated, highly pigmented lipstick collection called Lokal Matte, which is creamy matte texture, smells and tastes deliciously (banana, strawberry, and melon), blended with natural and organic oils and butter to keep lips moisturized and hydrated. The colors are also fantastic, ranging from a variety of nudes to the darkest plum. On the other hand, the liquid version of this is called Supra Matte Liquid. See the photos and swatches of both variants below :)

Product Review: Natura Organics Lokal Matte Lipstick/ Supra Matte Liquid Lipstick

Product Review: Shiseido The Collagen Powder

     And the search for the best or at least right collagen for me continues. When I say right, it only means the one that will give me the glow and youthful skin sans the plump cheeks. I love the effects of collagen in my skin but my round face looks rounder and adds volume to my chubby cheeks. I always feel like I'm gaining weight when taking collagen that's why the search is still on for me and for those who want glowing and supple skin minus the weight gain.

     Kudos to Shiseido for making collagen supplement easily accessible and readily available in all forms! From tablet, liquid, now in powder form. After roadtesting this product for 21 days, I can say that the powder form is also effective like Shiseido The Collagen Tablet but...

Product Review: Shiseido The Collagen Powder

Natura Organics Makeup

     One of the reasons why I started this blog is because of my love for organic skincare and one of the first organic brands that saved my skin from nasty breakouts was Natura Organics.  I was a problematic first-time mommy some 9 years ago because of my adult acne. After giving birth to my son Kenzo, pimples were popping all over my face and skin problems became a major concern.

     I experienced mild adult-onset acne two months after giving birth and my HG (holy grail) skincare products back then worsen my skin condition. I discovered organic skincare from international beauty bloggers sharing reviews on facial cleansers and toners. I was really intrigued that's why I did some research and to my surprise, there are a handful of local brands selling organic skin care products and one of them is Natural Organics. Surprise, surprise! From skin care, they are now into makeup that is certified vegan, 100% natural, and cruelty-free. More about Natura Organics Makeup Line after the jump.

Natura Organics Makeup Line

Feature: Strip It! DIY Hair Removal System

     Hello dearies! How's your summer so far? I'm sure that all of you are so excited to leave the city behind for a while for a dose of fun, relaxation, and discovery. Are you ready to show some skin and wear your summer ootd? I can feel the excitement but there's one thing that you need to check before heading to your destination- unwanted hair!

     I presume that some of you forgot about this department and it will be a last minute decision for hair removal. Going to a waxing salon a day before your trip may bring hassles and uncertainties. What if there are long queues or you cannot squeeze in some time because you are still busy packing and doing last minute errands before your trip? Worry no more, thanks to Strip It! for making hair removal a breeze.  Say goodbye to inconveniences going to salons for that much-needed hair removal. Stip It! is the secret weapon to silky, flawless, hair-free skin this summer. More about Strip It! DIY Hair Removal System after the jump.

Feature: Strip It! DIY Hair Removal System

Product Review: Vice Cosmetics Duo Finish Foundation

     "Ganda for all" means that no matter what gender, age, skin color and skin texture you have, you are beautiful! This is what Vice Cosmetics is all about- "Ganda for you, ganda for all". I've known Vice Cosmetic because of Vice Ganda, the co-owner of the brand and from beauty bloggers that I follow who made reviews about their products.

     Vice Cosmetics first launched a lipstick line that's been a crowd favorite then followed by blush powders Early this month, another "pasabog" hit the makeup industry when they introduced their duo finish foundation with a tagline #GandangYouNaYou. I was invited to the unveiling of this promising face powder last week where we swatched and tried it on the spot to prove their claims. Sharing my thoughts on the Vice Cosmetic Duo Finish Foundation and a short review below.

Product Review: Vice Cosmetics Duo Finish Foundation

Skin Rejuve Prestige Now Open

     I've been to different dermatology centers in the past five years and I'm surprised that this industry has bloomed with new innovations and services to offer the local clients as well as foreign visitors who are here in the country for medical tourism.

     Like last March, Skin Revuje opened its 10th branch in Bonifacio Global City. For those of you who have no idea of Skin Rejuve, they're a premier medical spa company with expertise in the handling of both noninvasive and minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. Its team of service providers is composed of doctors experts in the field of aesthetic intervention and board-certified nurse. Sharing the highlights of the opening and blessing after the jump.

Skin Rejuve Prestige Now Open

Love Beauty and Planet 2019 Summer Collection

     Love beauty and want to save the planet one small act at a time? Yes, you can with the launch of Unilever's environment-friendly personal care brand- Love Beauty and Planet. The brand was introduced to the Philippine market last January and many were surprised because of the brand's one simple goal: whatever we do must be good for beauty and give a little love to the planet.

     This summer, the eco-beauty brand is introducing two new collections of hair care and body care products: the Coconut Oil and Ylang-Ylang collection, and the Coconut Water and Mimosa Flower collection. These are the yellow and blue bottle that will complete your summer personal care products that will remind us to show ourselves and the planet some love through #SmallActsOfSummerLove.

Love Beauty and Planet 2019 Summer Collection