Beauty Junkie Me

I have been wanting to try this new toner by Clarins since I have read a lot of great reviews about it online. Come December. Gift giving time and all. I'm so lucky I have lots of loved ones who always spoil me with high-end beauty and skin care products-my hubby on the top of the list.haha Well again, I pretended to be surprised when I received it even though it was on my wish list hahah naughty me!
I have used this toner for about two months now and with that time frame, I have observed that my biggie pores on my nose shrunk! Waaahh such a big deal for me since I've been dying to make these stubborn pores shrink for years! What is another good thing about this toner is that it is alcohol-free which allows me to feel the moment when I apply it on my face without having to feel that stinging sensation that products with alcohol usually bring me.
Another tick on my pros list is its smell. It does not smell harsh at all. Its smell is I guess closest to that aromatherapy oil I bought at ATC hahah.
Another great thing about this toner is it does not irritate my sensitive skin,as some products leave my skin reddish after lathering or putting them on my face.
Hmmm so much with the pros let me get into the cons of this product. As for me, I could not think of any other disadvantage but one-its price. Haha it costs too much for a toner. However if you really wish to tighten your pores effectively, then you should consider this as your holy grail!
Will I repurchase? Definitely YES! Wahooo! It's worth the price!

I am an avid fan of Mac cosmetics because of their amazing quality,pigmentation,and longevity. However, because of this fame in the cosmetic industry, many fly by night manufacturers have cloned their products, therefore confusing the consumers. I for one am very meticulous when it comes to scrutinizing products especially when I buy online. Initially if its too good to be true with regard to pricing, then it really is too good to be true. However, there are some sellers that retail their lipsticks at P900 which is cheaper than mall prices. This may be possible because they may have gotten the product outside the Philippines which indeed has lesser prices compared here. It is important that when you buy Mac products online, you must check on the seller's feedback and thenumber of likers or followers the seller has. Furthermore, here is a link that will elaborate on how to detect a fake Mac lippie.



http://lolalovessparkles.blogspot.com/2013/01/fake-mac-vs-real-mac-lipsticks.html?m=1

I am loving my new eyeshadow palettes coz they are so pigmented, long lasting, and not to mention very affordable. It retails at P130 per for matte shadows and  P100 for shimmers.

SMASHBOX POP OF PINK BLUSH REVIEW

If you have a light skin tone, then this blush would be perfect for you!
I have been using this blush for years and since it hs been part if my holy grail makeup. I often top it with my Mac contour powder and the results would be very subtle yet beautiful.
What I like about this product is that it is very long lasting that even if you sweat out, the pink blush still holds on to your cheek. Also, the pigmentation is amazing! Please see attached photo for reference of the pigmentation.
All in all, I can say that this blush has been the best for me. Hmmm just dont mind the price hahaha wink wink. It retails for about P2500 hoho priceyyy much!

CLINIQUE EYESHADOW DUO REVIEW

I am a mother to my 2 month old baby and I just want to share two baby must-haves that moms and ladies can consider adding to their skin care regimen.
For my infant's delicate skin, I bathe him with Cetaphil cleanser. Cetaphil is a gentle cleanser that is recommended for baby's use. However, some dermatologists also suggest its use for facial cleansing as it does not irritate the face's sensitive skin. What I like about the cleanser is that it does not sting. Also, it does not contain any fragrance making it more face friendly. It is also non-comedogenic, meaning it does not cause pimples and does not clog into your pores.
I use Cetaphil in the morning and evening and I feel so cleansed whenever I use it. I strongly recommend the product for those with breakouts for it unclogs stubborn pores that have been housed by bacteria.
Another baby product that is helpful for breakouts is Calmoseptine. This thick cream is commonly used for diaper rash. It is indicated for skin irritations like acne as it lessens the redness and prevents further infection through the effects of zinc oxide and calamine.
Once i observe a small bump on my face, I immediately put a very small amount of cream on overnight and the next day the redness will be reduced and swelling would go off.
As for me both baby products have been part of my skin care regimen as they are very much effective in maintaining a clear, pimple-free skin.

Naturactor is a makeup line by Meiko Cosmetics. These beauty products are manufactured in Japan and as we all know, Japanese makeups are best recognized for their affordable yet quality cosmetics. And hell yeah! Naturactor proves this long believed claim!
For three years, this has been my holy grail makeup. After priming my face, I use the liquid foundation first, then I conceal my redness and dark spots with the cream concealer. Gentle dabbing is for me, very effective in concealing my imperfections without removing the first liquid foundation layer. If you are one of those who are uncomfortable with your redness and flaws, then you might want to try this concealer. This worked wonders for me! I use shade 151 for the concealer, the darkest shade because I think that getting a darker shade for the concealer would maximize the coverage. Finally, I set my makeup with the powder foundation to somewhat preserve the look for the day.
Naturactor  has definitely been my favorite for the longest of time because of its execllent coverage and its affordability. My concealer, powder, and liquid foundation is good for a year even if I use them everyday! Humeyzing!
Pros:
-affordable
-amazing coverage
-infused with vitamins that is said to heal and improve the elasticity of your skin
-each product lasts for a year or more
-coverage lasts throughout the day
-does not cake when temperature rises

Cons:
-not available in the malls, you need to buy it online
-few shades available, only for fair skinned

When I first used this lippie, I really felt that this is the BOMB! Its the kind of lipstick that you could wear both at work and in parties. This lippie is glossy red so it would look good with a simple eye makeup. It is also very pigmented that you dont have to make more coats per application.
Since the movie Maleficent was first shown in cinemas I was a frequent visitor at Mac stores and I was always looking for this lippie.But I was too impatient to wait for it to be available in the Philippines so I asked my cousin from Canada to buy it for me.
The lipstick is long lasting although if you would take in too much oily food throughout the day, it can smudge and fade faster as it is glossy.
Also, one plus point for this lipstick is that it does not feel dry nor heavy on the lips which is a very big Yahoo for makeup critics like me!
This costs a few hundred pesos more than the other Mac lippies as this is a limited edition lipstick.
Overall thoughts for this lippie:
pigment: 5 of 5
Longevity: 4 of 5
Price: 4 of 5

Everyday makeup is quite a challenge. In as much as you wanted to look natural, you also want to look stunning in the subtlest way. I'm sharing my simple makeup look to help women who are currently in this dilemma.

Face: Face Primer shop Velvet
          Naturactor concealer for blemishes and Naturactor powder foundation            to set 

Eyebrows: elf eyebrow cream lined with The Face Shop Design my Eyebrow              Pencil 

Eyeliner: Etude House Eye OM line