Product Review: Nekkid Beauty Manila Lip Scrub

     Hi dearies! Blog's layout will go on a revamp next week and I want to surprise you with the layout I've chosen. This time I opt to go minimalist, clean with a bit of crisp. Anyhoo, since I'm talking about minimalist thing-y today, let me share with you a new brand of natural skin care product that was launched September last year- Nekkid Beauty Manila. This is the brainchild of Sabs Hernandez the blogger behind The Makeup Maven. NekkidSkin Bath & Skin Products is a skin care line with body scrubs made from imported natural ingredients that is guaranteed to give your skin overall wellness and good health. 

   When I received Nekkid Beauty Manila Lip Scrub and Nekkid Beauty Manila Nourishing Lip Balm, the first thing that I noticed was the packaging. So simple and clean! Then I saw the list of ingredients, very easy to understand. It's like what you see is what you get :) I'm so excited to share with you this review because as you all know I'm a sucker for anything organic and natural. Don't get me wrong if I say I'm in love with this lip scrub, there's a lot of things why you too should! Click CONTINUE READING to know more about Nekkid Beauty Manila Lip Scrub. And oh, there's a warning: You might want to eat our lip scrubs so try to restrain yourself.

Product Review: Nekkid Beauty Manila Lip Scrub

Product Review: Mischka Derma Secret Sea Salt Detox Glow

     Hello dearies! Let's go back to my product review series. I've emptied almost four skin care products that I'm road testing so this week and next week will be posts on skin care reviews. First up, this body scrub from Mischka Derma Secret that I received last month. I'm into body scrubs right now, I like the squeaky clean feeling after using body scrubs. Since the heat is getting insane, I feel like I've accumulated all the dirt and pollution in my skin from commuting whenever I run for errands or go to events.

     Aside from the removing 'dead skin' while scrubbing, this skin care ritual is one of my 'me time'. Among the body scrubs that I've tried before, the waiting time for this scrub is longer than usual. It takes 30-45 minutes for this scrub to work wonders on my skin with twice or thrice a week use. There's one thing that makes me think 100 times if I'll purchase again another tub. Click CONTINUE READING to know more about Mischka Derma Secret Sea Salt Detox Glow after the jump!

Product Review: Mischka Derma Secret Sea Salt Detox Glow 

Clara Ole Potluck Foodfest Launch

     Who here loves to cook? I'm sure everyone loves to eat but only a few loves to cook. Considering time and budget, some veered away from cooking and just resort to fast foods for their meals. This kind of lifestyle is not healthy because some fast food meals contain ingredients that we don't know if it's good for our health. But even if you have little time or space, nothing should stop you from making delicious and healthy meals at home. Find comfort that Clara Ole offers a wide array of convenient food solutions to help you whip up a healthy and delicious meal without taking up much time and space in the kitchen. 

     I was invited by Clara Ole, to the Potluck Foodfest that was launched last April 10 at the R-Space in Bel Air, Makati. Hosted by radio DJ Gelli Victor. The event was a food-filled afternoon where Clara Ole prepared savory and sumptuous meals to all the guests invited. This brand is not new to me, the hubby and I are patrons or their cheesy pesto sauce. Since we are pesto lovers, we find the sauce so affordable and easy to prepare. Clara Ole is not only about pasta sauces, they are also offering a wide array dips, dressings, syrups, jellies and other condiments perfect to pair with other ingredients for easy cooking of delicious and healthy meals at home. Click CONTINUE READING to know more about Clara Ole Potluck Foodfest now!

Clara Ole Potluck Foodfest Launch

DC Pocket Cosplay at SM City Fairview

     Yesterday, superheroes came to life as cosplay afficionados gathered and showed their charm at the event center of SM City Fairview wearing their favorite DC Comics superhero costumes for the last leg of DC Pocket Cosplay. This event is in preparation for the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event that will be happening this April 18, 2015 at The Block Atrium, SM City North EDSA. Yay! this will be the biggest gathering of cosplayers, DC Comics addict, DC video gamers, DC toy collectibles and everything in between.

     According to Alfonso who hosted the event yesterday, the number of cosplayers who joined at SM Fairview was one of the biggest. There were 11 contestants who displayed their DC superhero costumes, some were shy because it's their first time joining this kind of contest while others entered the stage loud and proud. Click CONTINUE READING to see the DC Pocket Cosplay contestants plus get to know the winners from DC Pocket Cosplay SM City Fairview!

DC Pocket Cosplay at SM City Fairview

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink

    Early last year, chubby crayon-like lipstick/lip balm/ lip stain hit beauty bloggers by storm. I've seen my favorite beauty gurus reviewing their fave chubby lippies in crayon form from brand one after the other! From high-end to cost effective ones, these babies offer pretty shades and functions more than one. I can't contain my excitement when I saw this from Luxola's website and said to myself that finally I'll be able to get hold of my own crayon because the price of a drugstore brand like Wet N Wild is pretty cheap and affordable!

     Here's a review of Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink. This product was sent to me by Luxola last February so my apologies if this is a very late review. I describe this lip balm/lipstick/lip gloss/lip stain as a cool toned pink. It's a bright pink that leaves a beautiful stain on my lips. If my memory serves me right, this shade can be a close dupe of one of my lipsticks, MAC Girl About Town (GAT) but this one is a tad ligther. I'll check and update this post just to be sure. To see photos and swatches, click CONTINUE READING now!

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink

According to Wet N Wild's website:

     Now you can amp up your lips with one stick for a kissable pout in no time. To keep you pucker-perfect, these all NEW lip balm stains glide on smoothly while conditioning the lips. Enriched with Acai Palm Oil, this amazing formula forms a protective shield on the lips to prevent feathering. Complete with six great shades and continuous moisture, the formula leaves the lips with a unique minty, cooling sensation. No matter how long the kiss, this balm will last and last.

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink

size: net wt. 0.10 oz/ Poids  net 3.0g

price:  260 php ( Around $4.00+) 

place bought: Free

Available at Luxola.com

instruction for use: Twist up and apply on the lips like applying lipstick.

ingredients: Tridecyl Trimellitate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ozokerite, Capric Triglyceride, Caprylic, Diisostearyl Malate, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyethylene, Beeswax, Mineral Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Menthol, Sorbic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, May Contain +, -: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77499), Red 21 (CI 45380), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink
Above: Photo above shows the content of one crayon.
Bottom: L-R Swatch on my forearm twice. 

     
     Photo above shows the content of one crayon. Swatch on my forearm twice. It is very pigmented. Looks light inside crayon packaging but turns into a bright blue toned pink after application. The photo on the right shows the stain. It's a pain to remove, I've already placed my arm under running water and I've tried smudging it to remove but the stain is still there.

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink
Swiped twice on my lips

Product Review: Wet N Wild Megaslicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Colour in A Stiff Pink

What I like:

• The price is el cheapo compared to other chubby sticks in the market today.
• The packaging is cute. It is a twist up crayon pencil that has a clear cap. The packaging's color is the same as the shade of the balm stain.
• No need to sharpen.
• There are 6 gorgeous shades to choose from.
• It's a 4-in-1 product- a lip gloss, lip stain, lipstick and lip balm!
• There's a unique minty, cool sensation upon application. 
• It is very pigmented. Not for the faint of heart if  you apply it with a heavy hand.
• It is easy to apply as it glides smoothly on my lips without tugging and pulling my lips.
• Lasted 6 hours on my lips. 
• Does not fade after eating or sipping my drink.
• Does not fade unevenly as it leaves a beautiful stain on my lips.
• There's a batch and manufacturing date printed on it.

What I don't like: 

• The packaging is flimsy.
• There's a semi- chemical scent.
• It dries out my lips even if I apply my fave lip balm underneath.
• It's a pain to remove even if I use my fave makeup remover.

Will I repurchase? Maybe yes and no. Yes because I want to try the remaining five 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 4.25/5 rating. I like that it's pigmented and easy to use plus it's affordable but it dries out my lips and I find it hard to remove even if I use my favorite makeup remover. So if your lips are prone to drying, use a heavy duty lip balm underneath this balm stain. The minty and cooling sensation is unique and fun! I recommend this balm stain to budget conscious individuals and to students too who wants to try a good drugstore brand.

What's your favorite Wet N Wild lipstick/s? Share your comments and top picks below!

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: The product was sent to me by Luxola for a review. The thoughts expressed here were my honest opinion about the product.