Tips for that Instagram-Worthy Summer Glow with Shopee

     That intense heat and icky sticky feeling makes me want to ditch my makeups this summer and just concentrate on using effective skin care products so that I can go outside with no makeup or just that 'no makeup' look. Cakey and flaky makeup is a no-no especially in photos. How can we take good photos if oil mine is starting to show on our face.

    Summer is here and almost every girl desires to have that Instagram-worthy summer glow. However, getting that look without spending a fortune can be a real challenge. Thankfully, the beauty game can be won with creativity, resourcefulness, and a little help from Shopee. See tips and Shopee-recommendations below :)

Tips for that Instagram-Worthy Summer Glow with Shopee

     Since its launch last year, Shopee has become Southeast Asia’s newest marketplace app that offers a diverse range of retail merchandise. This includes beauty products from hard-to-find local products to “all the rage” international brands, such as LASplash, Makeup Revolution, and Innisfree.

Tips for that Instagram-Worthy Summer Glow with Shopee

     With the wide assortment of beauty products, Shopee buyers can easily create the summer look they have always dreamed of. Let Shopee help you get that fresh summer look without hurting your pocket! Try out the following tips and Shopee-listed products under PHP 500:

1. Hydrate and moisturize.

• The heat can quickly dry your skin and leave it dull-looking. 
• Make it a habit to drink 12 glasses of water a day and apply moisturizer to keep your skin healthy. Consider Holika Holika Skin & Good Cera Super Cream.

2. Get at least 7 hours of sleep daily!

• Life’s everyday stresses can take away your glow. 
• Help your skin regenerate with the PasJel Cherry Tender Night Facial Cream.

3. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables to stock up on vitamins.

• A healthy diet will definitely keep you looking radiant. 
• Get a Tritan Bottle Juicer to enjoy your favorite fruits whether you’re on the go or having a busy day. 

4. Use sunscreen. More than 20 minutes of direct exposure to the sun’s UV rays can damage your skin.

• Use the St. Dalfour Sunblock to protect your skin from these harmful UV rays.

5. Once you have that Instagram-worthy summer look, try out new cosmetics to enhance your features.

• Beauty products need not always be expensive. 
• The key is to find brands like MeNow, Iope, Missha, and City Color that offer high quality products at affordable prices.

     Now that you’re all set with these tips so get your hands on the recommended beauty products from Shopee! Experience smooth online shopping experience and unique features such as the in-app Live Chat function, which enables buyers to communicate real-time with sellers There's also a Shopee Guarantee- an exclusive feature that protects users from fraudulent transactions. 

Tips for that Instagram-Worthy Summer Glow with Shopee

     Shopee Philippines is now available for free in Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Now, coming up with an Instagram-worthy look is made easier and more attainable at affordable prices and it's possible with Shopee!

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante

     Looking at my makeup stash, I see mostly bullets than compacts, pens, or pans. It's because I'm a huge fan of lipsticks. It's my everyday makeup essential. My lipstick collection is not huge compared to other beauty bloggers and the colors are mostly pinks. I feel comfortable wearing lipstick shades from light pinks to dark and bold ones. I have other shades like red, purple, and orange but I use them once in a blue moon. 

     Today, let me share with you a quick review of Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante. This luxurious bullet from La Perle de Chanel collection was a birthday gift from one of my favorite PR firms. I was surprised when they handed me that Iconic black and white paper bag of Chanel and when I looked inside, I saw a bullet of lipstick :) So without further ado, here are the photos, swatches, and my thoughts on one of my expensive lipstick to date- Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante.

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 

   
 According to what I've read, this lipstick is a limited edition from La Perle de Chanel collection 

Inspired by the graceful world of ballet, this delicate makeup collection features rosy tones and glimmering metallics in beautiful balance. Taking center stage: a limited-edition five-shade palette featuring romantic lipsticks and glosses to choreograph a colourful lip look.

     This lipstick is under the Rouge Allure line which is described by Chanel as The next generation of ROUGE ALLURE dresses lips with unmistakable attitude. A new formula with concentrated, ultra-thin pigments offers radically intense, long-wearing colour with full coverage and a satin finish. Leaves lips supple and protected with lasting comfort.

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 

     
     I was so excited to open the tube by the time I received it but I was covering an event that day. I forgot that I have a new bullet of lipstick inside my bag. My excitement turned to dismay when I reached home because this thing happened:

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 
See the damage above? :(

   
     Well, my lipstick loving heart became so upset seeing a slight damage to this luxurious lipstick which I describe as a raspberry pink shade with hint of shimmers but when applied on my lips, the shimmers are not noticeable at all. The color also may vary depends on the lighting, sometimes it looks reddish or purplish pink on my pigmented lips. In the swatch below, it looks that there's a combination of red and brown that's why it can also be described as rosy pink.

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 
swatch in my arm under natural lighting

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 

size: 3.5g/0.12oz

price: 1,750 php (Around $37.36+)

place bought: Free/ Gift

Available in Chanel Counters at Rustans

instructions for use: Nestled in its sleek black case, ROUGE ALLURE unleashes the full intensity of its colour with one simple click and its ultra-femininity in a single sweep.

ingredients: Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate, Hydrogenated Isobutene, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Wax, Octyledodecanol, Polyglyceryl-10, Decaisostearate, Polyglyceryl-2, Triisostearate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Carbonate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Alumina, PEG-8, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Talc, Potassium Alum, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Silica, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Kaolin, Caesalppina Sappan Bark Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, BHT 

[+/-(May Contain) CI 12085 (Red 36), CI 15850 (Red 6), CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake), CI 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), CI 17200 (Red 33 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 45380 (Red 22 Lake), CI 45410 (Red 28 Lake), CI 73360 (Red 30 Lake), CI 75470 (Carmine), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Mica

Product Review: Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante 

What I like:

• The packaging- luxurious because of the black and gold combination. The bullet also has a unique mechanism where you have to push one end of the tube to unlock it.
• The scent- there's a subtle floral scent that is not overpowering.
• The texture is smooth and creamy which makes it easy to apply on my lips.
• It gives a light feeling on my lips after application. 
• It's not that moisturizing because I still apply lip balm prior to application of this lipstick but it does not dry my lips after long wear.
• Lasts 5 to 6 hours on my lips.
• I don't need a lip liner because it doesn't settle in lip lines and doesn't feather or bleed.
• Goes medium after one layer on my lips so I only need two swipes for the beautiful color to pop.
• Great for everyday makeup. I can say that this is my new red lipstick as I feel sexy in it.
• Batch, manufacturing, and expiration date printed on the box packaging.

What I don't like:

• The price- yes it's expensive.

Will I repurchase: Yes, if I have extra money to buy another bullet. Other shades are already on my wish list :)

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5 rating. This is my go-to lipstick as of the moment. I wear this almost every day. This shade is wearable and buildable. It can be used for a 'no makeup' by swiping once or twice on the lips and can go boldly after three swipes. Even though this lipstick is creamy and glides smoothly on my lips without tugging upon application, I still apply my favorite lip balm underneath.

     Chanel Rouge Allure 158 in Virevoltante suits my fair skin tone and doesn't make my teeth yellowish. I have yellowish teeth and some pink lippies emphasized the color of my teeth more when I'm wearing them. I highly recommend this shade if you're looking for a wearable day and night lipstick. If you want to Splurge and treat yourself, go for a Chanel lipstick!

What's your favorite Chanel lipstick shade? Share your thoughts below :)

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Globe Telecom's Iconic Store Opens on June 2016

     Globe Telecom users, here's another great news that is going to redefine the Philippine retail platform. Globe ICONIC store, a world-class destination that is home to the latest in retail, entertainment, music, and everything about the Filipino digital lifestyle will open this June 2016.

     The ICONIC store promises to deliver a more exceptional retail space experience that is more innovative, dynamic, and interactive from its predecessor, the highly-successful GEN3 concept store. More details about this exciting news from Globe after the jump!

Globe Telecom's Iconic Store Opens on June 2016
photo from: community.globe.com.ph

OOTD: White Walls

     If you're a fan of the movie- Cars, prolly you're thinking that the title of this post will showcase those white walls! Cars movie fanatics surely have an idea that I'm talking about white wall tires. Well, this is Kenzo's second outfit of the day (OOTD) post for this year and I'm excited to share the outfit details below. 

     But first, the title of the post is somewhat connected with the word 'white', not the white wall tires that was mentioned in the movie (the scene of McQueen, Luigi, and Guido) because it's more of the color of Kenzo's outfit. Since white sneakers are sooo in, let me share with you his white kicks and why I chose the style and the brand after the jump :)

OOTD: White Walls

     So here's a short story about the brand and style of Kenzo's white sneakers. By the way, the hubby and I still believe in the saying "old school is cool" that's why we have chosen K-Swiss. If you're a 90's baby, I'm sure that you have heard of the brand before. We saw this white sneakers on display at Rookie USA Fairview Terraces and I fell in love with it immediately.

OOTD: White Walls

Top- Converse

Bottom- Uniqlo Easy Pants

Shoes- K-Swiss Hoke Strap Sneakers

Socks- OshKosh B'gosh

     I asked hubby's opinion first before buying this sneakers. And because he's a fan of classic and simple style sneakers, we agreed to buy the sneakers for Kenzo's P.E. shoes this coming school year but because it's simply stylish, Kenzo's been abusing the shoes already. Hahaha! 

OOTD: White Walls
K-Swiss Hoke Strap White

     Okay, so much for the shoes! We also bought this white Converse shirt at Rookie USA because it's on sale. For every cash payment transaction, buyers can score Converse and Levi's shirt for only Php 200. The original price of this shirt is Php 600+. What a steal!!! I'm not sure if the promo still applies until today though :(

OOTD: White Walls

     Last look how white this K-Swiss Hoke Strap sneakers because it looks different right now. Not that white white since Kenzo wears this more than twice a week. It's a bit hard to maintain white sneakers especially if an active kid wears it. Expect that it will get dirty every now and then. 

OOTD: White Walls

     More than the maintenance of white sneakers, I'm happy that I've chosen this classic style. Simple yet stylish and wearable. Hope that Kenzo's feet will grow a little slower than the average rate. I want him to really enjoy wearing this sneakers because it's easy to style and yes, it's comfy too. This is Kenzo's outfit of the day (OOTD) when we visited KidZania Manila weeks ago and witnessed the launch of National Art and Design Academy.

Until here mommies, let me know what you think of Kenzo's White Walls OOTD :)

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Oxygen x Billboard Launch

     Fashionistas and Music lovers united in an afternoon of music and fashion last April 14, 2016 at the TriNoma Activity Center for the launch of renowned fashion and lifestyle brand and partnership with the world's leading music publication- Oxygen x Billboard!

     If you got passion for music and fashion then you will definitely get hooked with Oxygen’s latest collection! This collaboration is not the usual partnership of local brand with international groups. Methinks this kind of collaboration will only be made possible by brands that are already an institution. Sharing with you the highlights of Oxygen x Billboard Collection launch below.

Oxygen x Billboard Launch

     This summer, well-loved local fashion brand, Oxygen, announced that it has entered into a partnership with Billboard, the world’s premier source for trends and innovation in music, to come up with a collection that aims to help today’s youth to experience, discover and celebrate their passion for music and fashion.

Oxygen x Billboard Launch

     The OXYGEN X BILLBOARD collection pieces will be a hit in your closet as I've seen basic colors like white, black, and gray. These colors are perfect for everyday use. Features of the collection include:

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
A collection of graphic tees, perfect for everyday wear!

• Items for everyday use, including graphic tees, pullovers and accessories like caps and bags. 
• The designs, which take heavy inspiration from the rock and hip-hop genres, come mostly in black and white—save minimal pops of color here and there for select items—and scream of New York street fashion.
• Affordable and budget-friendly items.
• The brand is encouraging people to move out of their comfort zones and do things that allow them to leave a mark; to make a statement an by wearing a piece or two from the collection means making your own fashion statement.

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
Simple yet fashionable caps, anyone?

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
Perfect small errands bag.

     These fashion pieces were on display during the event. There was a pop-up store that showcased full range of Oxygen collab with Billboard on the spot. We also witnessed musical performances that made us vibe to the sounds of bands and DJ :)

Oxygen x Billboard Launch

     And to give us a glimpse of the collection, Sam Concepcion performed while the models strut in the catwalk for that much awaited fashion show. Those models showed us the how to style Oxygen x Billboard collection for everyday wear.

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
Sam Concepcion in the house!

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
Diggin' her style! Oh that Billboard small body bag :)

Oxygen x Billboard Launch
Fashion meets music, ah yeah!

     Oxygen x Billboard Collection is now available in all Oxygen branches. I've visited the newly renovated Oxygen SM Fairview branch last week and saw my favorite pieces from the collection. I'm digging those graphic tees that I can wear on casual days and if I feel lazy dressing up.

To know more about Oxygen visit www.oxygenfashion.com 

Like them on Facebook: oxygenclothing

Follow them on Twitter: @oxygenclothing

Follow them on Instagram: @oxygenclothing

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