MAC PRO Lip Palette in Preferred Pinks

Let's review the MAC PRO Lip Palette in Preferred Pinks shall we?

MAC Archie Collection in Daddy's Little Girl

I can't explain my unreasonable urge to purchase this limited edition lipstick. Originally, I was eyeing on Daddy's Little Girl and not Ronnie Red but it wasn't available and I bought the Ronnie Red instead. When a friend of mine got home from the States, she give me a tiny bag and inside were a lot of chocolates but beside it was a black envelope that I was really familiar with. It was MAC. My heart was pounding into my chest as I remembered telling her that I wanted Daddy's Little Girl so when I opened the envelope dramatically excited, I squealed at the sight of that white MAC box and emphasis on Daddy's Little Girl. I feel so blessed having friends who knows me damn well.

Like Veronica Lodge, I am Daddy's Little Girl. I am the only daughter and I can tell that somehow, me and Ronnie are alike.

Basically, MAC Daddy's Little Girl is a purplish pink lipstick very similar to Candy Yum Yum but the latter is less blue based and a little less brighter. It has a satin finish which makes it one of my favorites. Of course, like all MAC lippies, it is highly pigmented and also has the MAC signature scent. It did not bleed and has an incredibly long lasting power aswell. The lipstick glides on smoothly and does not emphasize the chaps of my lips. The only problem I see with this lipstick is that,other than the packaging, there is nothing unique about this product. The shade is very common, its easily dupe-able as I can name several lipstick shades that can counter this tube. But still, I am really HAPPY with this tube. A collector's piece indeed.

Revlon PhotoReady Concealer in Medium Deep 005

Concealers are probably cosmetic science' gift to almost every girls. It is used to keep hidden certain flaws on our faces. For example, my arch enemy no.1: MY EYE BAGS. Walking around with those panda eyes are keeping my confidence on its lowest. So basically, concealers allows me to get those stubborn bags covered and boost my self-confidence at the same time. 

The Product:

Ben nye Luxury Banana Powder

Achieving that impeccably perfect complexion requires a lot of wander on which beauty product would perform or otherwise.With so many beauty product available in the market, it's hard to know which ones will make it on the flawless makeup essentials. Its always the battle between the makeup bases or the finishing/setting powders.

Preparing the skin for makeup is a crucial factor to consider to score that flawless skin. However, I also believe that finishing powders ensures that all those preps won't budge and keep your makeup locked up on your skin for hours. 

MAC Archie Girls Collection in Ronnie Red

If there is a support group such as ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS for Makeups -- MAKEUP ANONYMOUS?? come on SIGN ME UP! Call me PARANOID or whatever but I really can hear eerie voices inside my head telling me to buy MORE makeup! While I was browsing on pages from my trusted makeup sellers online, I have stumbled with this MAC Ronnie Red. I instantly leaped out of my bed and called up the seller. I finally am about to purchase yet another tube that will accompany my Betty Bright. In such compulsion, I gave into my lipstick obssesion.

As a kid, i love reading these comics and I favor Veronica than Betty. VERONICA LODGE. Also known as Ronnie is the one and only daughter of the richest man in Riverdale. She's described as the tall, slender and attractive girl with long black hair. With lots of money to burn, she is often caught spending large fortune on shopping sprees as she favors the expensive, up-to-the minute sophisticated fashion. She enjoys the POSH lifestyle. She is also in constant competition with Betty on "archiekins" affection. Before I end up discussing everything I know about Betty and Veronica and turn this blog entry a rigmarole, lemme show you my most favorite (as of the moment) limited edition purchase. MAC RONNIE RED.

photo credit: google images

MAC Ronnie Red is part of the Archie Collection lipstick from MAC. All I can say about this lipstick is that, it is Definitely Ronnie. It is a bright fuschia pinky red with blue undertone. A raspberry like hint of lipstick, matte in finish. The texture is a bit creamier than your ordinary matte lipsticks. Unlike any other matte lipsticks, Ronnie Red have a smoother application. It does not get gritty after quite some time. For a red lipstick or a matte lipstick in general, this is ultra long lasting as it lasted 6-7 hours even when I ate lunch. When I removed it, there was a red stain (Ronnie red) on my puckers that was only removed when a makeup remover was used. Imagine the lasting power? I know. WOW. For a matte lipstick, it is not drying and glides very smoothly to my lips, lightweight and does not bleed easily. Too bad its limited edition. 

So, what do you guys think? Is this the best red lipstick or what?

The ART of CONTOURING

I've always been amazed on how a certain flat and dull face can be transformed into semblance of vibrance and life. How a dash and dab here and there would make you rock that natural visage for that glamorous frock. Before I took some time with makeup lessons, I used to believe that The art of contouring are reserved for special occasions as it would look harsh in the real world. but lately, I have learned that these are one essentials in makeup that is often forgotten.

SUESH Create-your-own eyeshadow Palette

Ever since customizable makeup palettes hit the local markets, many brands had started to have their own single pan eyeshadow refills. BYS, Fanny Serrano to name a few. But despite all these, SUESH had also jumped on the bandwagon and released a create-your-own palette pans.

MAC Candy yum yum

As you all know by now, I am addicted to MAC lipsticks. In fact, I think that every girl should own at least a tube from the brand. This summer, BRIGHT, NEON coloured things are the "in" thing. And these pouts are my own weapon to the world of SUMMER FASHION, I'll show you a lipstick that would bring WOW to any of your summer clobber.

NARS Sheer lipstick in Crusing

So, let's "CRUISING" together shall we?

Here's a lipstick review of my lovely NARS Sheer Lipstick in Cruising.

The WOO of MAC Ruby Woo

Now, Isn't that title weird or what?

I've NEVER been on the look out for that SCREAMING RED lipstick. In fact, I unintentionally frown at makeup artists who would offer me a RED lipstick. Yeah! RED is the universally flattering shade of lipstick that EVERY LADIES should own. Crazy as I was, I never had that courage to wear it. Most especially because, Reds though easy to work with, would entail a very detailed application so as not to look messy. But, since I look up to Kim Kardashian for lipsticks and other makeup products,  I nervously went to a MAC Counter and asked for this. MAC Ruby Woo.

From Kim Kardashian, to Gwen Stefani and Taylor Swift, MAC Ruby Woo had complimented their skin tone and wow a lot of bellas. These ladies have fashioned a strong and independent personality that is what Ruby Woo is all about.

MAC Ruby Woo is a retro matte finish red lipstick from MAC's permanent line. Beauty Bloggers and Beauty enthusiasts would already know that it is a perfect in-house rival or dupe of MAC Russian Red. Well, intially, YES! Its almost the same. ALMOST!!! Ruby Woo is that Red with a subtle orange tint that softens the red making it more vibrant and complimentary to most if not all, skin tones. The other one, Russian Red, is a fresh, diva-like, bold, darker shade of red. Its quite one of those mature red, something I'd be wearing at night.

This might sound SILLY. I've used MAC Ruby Woo a couple of times already and still, whenever I see someone wearing it, I end up staring at her lips. I looks absolutely gorgeous. Here's a swatch of Ruby Woo on my hand, just to give you an idea.

I never thought I could fancy something this bold for my lips without going down a load of effort to keep it precisely on your lips. Consistency wise, Ruby woo, being the retro matte is a bit rough to apply, it leaves my lips with a well emphasized cracks due to dryness. Its very drying, so i strongly suggest you exfoliate your lips often and apply lipbalm prior to application. The product tend to cling tightly on those cracked part of your lips, hence the emphasis. At the same time, after sometime, you'll feel some flakiness on your lips -- NOT GOOD!! I have to go through the hassle of checking myself up on the mirror just to see if some flakiness had made me look like a witch. Haha! The shade is very opaque so one swipe will really go a long way. One asset of this tube that I undoubtedly adore is its ULTRA long lasting because of its ability to cling on your lips more than it clings on your coffee cups and clothes. The vibrancy of the red is not that overpowering that would make you look clownish. Its subtle orangey tint made it more glamorous and at the same time very much wearable. I reckon that red lipsticks are very attention seeking. Though this is a FACT, the attention is worth it. Just like what I'd usually say, any lipstick will look good on you, as long as you wear it with confidence. YOU'VE GOTTA HAVE THE GUTS TO ROCK IT. For Php1000 a tube, its still worth the keeps.

bare lips

Lips with MAC Ruby Woo

Isn't it STUNNINGLY GORGEOUS??? Let's Flash that CONFIDENCE and woo the crowd with MAC Ruby Woo!!

NARS Lipgloss in Moon Fleet

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MAC Archie Girls Collection Lipstick in Betty Bright

Yeah! I know, I should have blogged about this MAC lipstick eons ago. but, i guess it'll never too late, most especially if your talking about The "infamous" ARCHIE lipstick. Earlier this year, MAC had launched a limited edition makeup line that most probably struck most ladies straight to their heart and gave most, if not all a lil' tickle on their giddy childhood selves who have been sleeping all the while. Despite the hefty amount I've just previously spent for a makeup haul, I found myself closing my eyes, taking a VERY deep breath and joining the BANDWAGON!!! Hence, I bought another lipstick.

Albeit, I promised to stop HOARDING a bulk of lipstick, MAC Archie Girls Collection lipstick in Betty Bright had hit my heart like a bullet. Keeping it bleeding until a tube of it will fall onto my hands and magically HEAL it. (Enough with those dramatic metaphors)

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Pink Afterglow, Pink Pop and Shine City

To be honest, I've been ignoring my LIP GLOSS Stash for the longest time (blame my lipstick addiction my dear glosses) and now that its summer, I'm turning minimalist on make-up. Due to the terrible heat and irritating consequences of it here in the metro, our skin needs at least proper care and they need to rest on make-up and i'm being guilty of wearing light-to-none. So, it's back to my no makeup - makeup rituals. 

Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss

Available on Revlon counters on SM department stores nationwide

REVLON Brow Fantasy in Brunette

Being born with hideous brows is one imperfection that I am so conscious of. As a child, I'd usually tell myself that when I grow up, I'll go through some surgery, hair transplant if possible, to have a well shaped, thick brows. For me, having the perfectly shaped brows will draw that perfect attention to my eyes. However, as I grow up, I learned that makeups can also help in my brow-frustration. So, I diligently run down a brow pencil over my brow pencil every single day and been on the constant look out for that perfect brow makeup. I believe I have found the product that will help give a free face-lift in the time it takes to cook the roast with Revlon's Brow Fantasy in Brunette.

Revlon Brow Fantasy in Brunette

Available for Php595 at all Revlon Counters Nationwide

Yves Rocher Matte Fluid Foundation in Rose 400

Most of the time, I digress going to the mall as cosmetics counters sprouts from almost every corners here and there. Make-up counters have a strong magnetism on me that it seems impossible to counter and get over with. When Yves Rocher France opened here at The South a couple of years back, I didn't know they were selling makeups. But skin care products were one of my weaknesses. Hence, a couple of visits here and now at the mall would prolly' end up with a mini yves rocher haul.

Yves Rocher Matte Fluid Foundation in Rose 400

Price: Php900 for a 30mL bottle

Available on all Yves Rocher outlets

Yves Rocher is available at SM Southmall, Trinoma, SM Fairview

ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder

Most women fuss about the cheapest yet efficient makeup on the market. And where do we go?? Local make-up counters, right? Well, Its a common knowledge for makeup artist and enthusiast alike that a good makeup does not have to be EXPENSIVE or BRANDED. It just have to deliver.

Elf Contouring and Bronzing Powder

Price: Php250.00

Available at ELF counters at SM department stores (make-up area) nationwide

BYS Matte Foundation

My mood swings goes very well with makeup. Sometimes, I go crazy buying a handful of blushes or lipsticks and there was also a time that I went ga-ga over eyeshadows. However, my "seasonal" mood have led me to purchase foundations.

Product: BYS Matte Foundation in Medium Beige

Price: Around Php659.00

Available on Local SM Department Stores (bought mine at SM Southmall)

Inspiration to Imitation: Purplish gold eyes

I've been dreading to pull off a gold eye shadow so I've search a couple of eye makeup looks that uses gold eye shadow that doesn't look too much. So here's something I made using my BYS 48-pc Shimmer Palette and my MAC Carbon eye shadow.  Enjoy!

Inspiration to Imitation: Sunset Look

My latest addiction is eye makeups. So, from time to time, you will expect me to post pictures of my eye makeup inspiration and how I imitated it. so here is my SUNSET LOOK. I actually forgot the source of the eye makeup photo inspiration but once I've seen the site again, I will definitely get back to you guys...

I tried my best to copy the look but the resolution of my camera wasn't as good as the inspiration. I used the magenta. red and orange eye shadows from my BYS palette which I'll post a review very soon.

REVLON Photoready Perfecting Primer

Revlon describes this award winning, photoready perfecting primer as a "Lightweight primer that smoothes and soften skin to create the PERFECT canvas. It reduces appearance of pores and fine lines"

 Price: Php825.00

Can be bought at any REVLON counters at SM Department stores/ PCX or online

To PRIME or NOT to PRIME

The key to ensure a flawless and long lasting make-up is applying the right face primers. These makeup products usually come in liquid or cream form. It actually preps the skin by filling out the skin imperfections that leaves a smooth surface so makeup would glide easily during application. In addition, face primers also acts as a barrier between your face and the makeup.

Personally, when I was still starting my "addiction" towards makeups, I didn't believe on using these stuff as I thought that this colorless, glob of sticky/creamy formula doesn't make wonders. However, after a series of workshops, I learned that these primers are not useless at all, it does make a difference for makeup application. As experts would insists that using these wonders is like one of the 10-commandments of makeup artistry (if there is one).

Revlon Super Lustrous: Toast of New York

 New York. The name gives me such chills. Reminds me of a place where high-fashion meets normal-life. Oh, I so wanna be a New Yorker. Revlon's Toast of New York is yet again, another FABULOUS shade of lipstick where RED can look good to ANYONE without the fear of being too BOLD.

NIPPON COSMETIC WEDGES

Have you ever had a time when a certain makeup (compact cream makeups, most especially) feels nice to your skin at first and causes you skin breakouts after awhile? Well, sometimes it's not about the product expiration but about it's sanitation.

Bought these 32-pc cosmetic wedges at SUESH Alabang Town Center for Php180

Wild Peach Cosmetics: Customizable Palette

Customizable makeup palettes are one of the "IN" things nowadays. Being wallet-friendly and clutter free, they are becoming the most sought after product among makeup bellas out there. Such brand like Z-Palette sells these things for a hefty slice of a budget. Good thing, Wild Peach Cosmetics was born.

ECOTOOLS Bamboo 6-piece Brush Set

Have you ever heard of make-up tools that is very ECO-FRIENDLY and VERY EFFICIENT as well?? These ICONIC brushes sell like hotcakes not only abroad, but is also gaining a large market locally.

I was one of those who always thought that make-up brushes were very UNNECESSARY and those itsy-bitsy make-up brushes that came along with my makeups are already enough. Luckily, i was really intrigued on why these babies are such a buzz for makeup enthusiasts like me.

The BYS Limited Edition Neons

The BYS EYESHADOW

Limited Edition Neons

MAC Baking Beauties Collection: A Preview

After the much anticipated ARCHIE GIRLS: Betty and Veronica Collection, M-A-C is scheduled to release yet another interesting collection this APRIL.

MAC Baking Beauties Collection

Beso Balm by Snoe Beauty Inc.,

The Beso Balm 

A lip balm by Snoe Beauty Inc.

RECOMMENDED FOR WIND BURNED LIPS

For the past 3 days or so, I've been bothered by my lips. I feel a dry and burning sensation around it, which only happens when I ate something that triggers my hypersensitivity. But, this was the WORST allergy I ever had. Here's how my lips look like for quite awhile:

I was trying to conceal this problem and it wasn't successful. Hence, I went to the mall to check on my ever trusted lip balm that would actually relieve this unlikely feeling. I was actually looking for 'Blistex' which was the only lip balm that soothes my stubborn lips. Well, I wasn't able to find one in Alabang Town Center. So I was ready to go home. It was until then that I have thought of looking for a lip balm that is as effective. I went to different stores/stalls trying to look for a better alternative. Consequently, I've stumbled on a stall of Snoe Beauty Inc., and came across with the 'BesoBalm'

According to sources, BesoBalm is one of the best-selling products of Snoe Beauty Inc., The name itself is interesting. Actually, there is nothing exciting with its packaging, just like the ordinary lipbalms, this one is just on a plain tube which is quite sturdy and easy to use. Although simple on the outside, the product was extraordinary. It was great. The SA told me that this product is made having every Filipina bellas on mind. But, the main reason I bought this to try is that, I fancy how the company have added a little posh factor to their product. They have included a very intriguing warning and instructions which says:

WARNING: Prolonged use may attract the opposite gender and cause intense flirting.
INSTRUCTIONS: Use before kissing or whenever you feel like it.

True to the label, this lip balm, "Plumps.Soothes.Protects.Freshens Breath". The lip balm itself is uniquely green in color but does not tint. The sheer finish on the lips was just right to make this balm a hit in my list. It has a spearmint/menthol scent which is quite relaxing. At first, I thought that the mentholated feeling had made my lips bigger but as I look at the mirror, nothing was different. The cooling sensation was just what i needed to soothe my burning lips but this cooling effect just lasted for 5-10 minutes or so.

THE VERDICT
Well, finding a lip balm was easy, but finding something that is effective wasn't. Although this is a locally made in our country, it exudes a great performance. As for my wind burn?? NON-EXISTENT! WOW! For Php149, THIS IS A STEAL!!! Definitely POSH!!

The James Cooper Cream Foundation

I have helluva frustrations for having an oily skin. Most make-ups don’t even last long without face primers because it “slides” off my face. I never had the courage to try one until last year when I saw my best friend use one. T’was one of the rare times we actually meet. I was fascinated on how her skin looks on and off camera. I must admit. She’s really pretty and that goes the same with her skin. But, once I’ve tried her James Cooper Jazzy Collection Cream Foundation, I wasn’t that amazed. After awhile, I glanced myself at the mirror and to my surprise; my skin looked extra vibrant, so glowing, healthier and flawless-looking. It was a surreal experience as if a magic cream was placed in it and made my face insta-glam!!
The James Cooper Jazzy Collection has been around the market for quite some time already and one of their “hot stuff” is their cream foundations. They have a very limited number of shades, having 6 shades available in their local counters. Although, most of the time, their products go out of stock easily.

The first time I used this product, I instantly fell in love on how it created that dewy-effect and the flawless-look upon my face. It has a medium to heavy coverage which really evens out the skin tone. It has a pinkish undertone which more or less creates a subtle vibrant flush that make your skin look healthy. I can attest to the fact that the creamy texture of the foundation is very buildable and a little amount goes a very long way. This cream foundation did not oxidize on my face. Since it is oil based, I reckon that it should never be used for oily skinned bellas like me, but, WOW! It didn’t make my face extra oily. It doesn’t have the fragrant smell, thus making it least likely to cause allergies In terms of packaging, it is very compact and quite sturdy. And might I add, a compact contains 20g of cream foundation and that’s a hefty amount for a cheap price.. Honestly, my first compact lasted around 8 months of everyday use before it hit the bottom of the pan.

Like any other beauty products, the verdict still boils down to the CONS. Although this can double as a concealer at times, it tends to be cakey and a little heavy on the face. It is very unhygienic and can harbour many bacteria thru the months. You need to use a spatula to scoop out a little amount. It has no SPF that can protect you under the sun. Back then, I thought it had caused me some breakouts and stopped using it for awhile. Then, when I go back at using it, no more breakouts; or maybe I used too much, (that I didn’t know).

Overall, the James Cooper Jazzy Collection Compact Cream Foundation is a quality foundation. It’s a department store brand foundation that performs. I suggest to this for photo shoots or any occasion that you feel like you need to have that flawless yet natural look.

Price: 550Php
Where to buy: SM department stores nationwide

Lipstick RULES

Every tube of lipsticks, every shade and every finish have its ownCHARACTER. Your lips can speak your mood and attitude without moving a muscle.I am more of a lipstick than a lip gloss type of girl. Although going gloss aremuch of the “in” thing, I find lipstick better since it makes my lips stronger,sexier and sultry.

There are so many ways to make the most out of your preciouslips. You may be a shade away to get luscious lips with a 10- easy guidelines-

 

1.      EXFOLIATE

Your lips are also part of your skin andexfoliating once or twice a week is very advisable. Whether homemade or those boughton beauty corners, it’s always best to pamper your lips once in awhile to getrid of those dead skin cells and rejuvenate your lips, making it more healthylooking. After exfoliating it, top it with your favourite lip balm for even andmoist lips. (I use the Clarins lipbalm or the Kiehl’s)

2.      SHIMMERS are OUT

Adage holds that lips should be shimmerywhen you are younger ergo, Youth = Shimmers. However, most of the time,shimmers CAN look cheap and blah! I know, you won’t love the look of sparklylips that screams WTH! Lipsticks should be more of the creamy or satiny finish.After all, you can leave those sparkles to your lip glosses.

3.      COLOR it WISELY

The right shade makes a lot of differencein the appearance and overall impact or personality you want to create. Manymight think that lip colors should be based on your skin tone. WRONG! Yourlipsticks should be one that accentuates your features and making it lookdramatic. Having the dark skin tone is the luckiest when it comes to lipsticksbecause they are very flexible. The darker your skin, the bolder and deepershade you can make do.

4.      NUDE is BEAUTIFUL

There’s truth when you say that “nude cannever go out of style”. Having those barely there lip color are the best way togo. So, in choosing this nude lipstick, you should opt for a color that is atleast one shade darker/lighter than you lip color. If you’re fair skinned, itsbest for you to wear the pinkish lipsticks (MAC lipstick in Myth). Else, if youare morena like me, the best nude lipstick is those of sandy beiges. (RevlonSuperlustrous in Nude)

5.      LIP LINER

Fear no more. Lip liners are not a “must”use nowadays as most lipsticks are formulated not to “bleed”. But, if you arethat keen on details, using your trusty lip liners will enhance asymmetry ofyour lips.

6.      COSMETICALLY REPAIRED

Smudge the borders of your lips slightly tosoften the edges of it. Remember that applying lipsticks carefully are greatbut a very precise lip won’t do well.

7.      CLOWNS

Clowns are known for their hideous lips.When applying any color/shade of lipstick, ALWAYS start at the center of thelips and work your way toward the corners of the mouth and never directly onit. Unless you’d love those clowny lips, never apply lipsticks directly to thecorners of your lips.

8.      Save the HALOOWEEN for November

People rave about the Twilight saga andVampire Diaries more often than not. Vampy looks are such a craze but truth is,blue or black based shades can emphasize aging and yes, may be a little SCARY.Please, save it for Halloween or any other costume for that matter, as theseshades can not only scare the hell out of those who see you but also make youlook older than you are. I advise to use lipsticks with berry undertonesinstead if your really up for that vampire effect.

9.      KNOW WHEN it’s TOO MUCH

A little lipstick can change the whole moodof what you are trying to portray. Same goes when you have too much. Preventthose strong lipstick shade from looking unpleasantly heavy by applying itgently on your lips.

10.  BLOTTING AIN’T ILLEGAL

Lastly, lipsticks last longer when you blot.To do this, apply it directly on your lips and blot. This will create a basefor your lips and then swipe it again to make it pigmented with shine and anice coverage. 

These are simple yet very effective ways to use lipsticks and make it work.I hope this helps.. 

 

On a Budget: Wet n' Wild MegaGlo Illuminating Powder in Catwalk

Make-ups doesn't have to be so EXPENSIVE at all. Truth be told, there's no "what-to" or "what-nots" in terms of make-up brands. Make-up is more like an art, a little experiment here and there will do some tricks.

I admit, I am not a fan of illuminating powders. I think its ill-advised to use one. Living in a tropical country like the Philippines, most women are morenas blessed with a "naturally glowing" skin and adding more up will just make these natural look, FAKE. But, according a make-up artist i know, she learned from her experience that illuminating powders are quite advantageous in many aspects. She added that having those fake looks from illuminating powders are just figments of my imagination. So, when I saw a very affordable illuminating powder, I didn't think twice to buy it. Hence, my very own,

WET N' WILD MEGA GLO ILLUMINATING POWDER in Catwalk pink.

 

 My friend told me that I should have use it sparingly and just in the right places.

 

(the product swatched in my skin)

(the product swatched on my cheeks)

My Thoughts:
 This product is so cute, and the colors are really nice. It has a very sparkly shimmers that is powdery and easy to apply. The shimmers sticks to the skin for a very long time and that's why careful application is advised. Though this is sold as an illuminating powder, I sincerely find it as good to be a blush and eyeshadow at the same time. Weird huh? but the colors are very blendable and the 2 light stripes from this pan can make an excellent shadow base.  However, in terms of color pay-off, I can't see huge difference but a  shimmery and light pinkish tone.  I find the lightest shade best as highlighter. And, might I add that in order to manage the use of the product, it is best to use a flat top brush for these rather than fingers. Packaging is simple and made of plastic which makes it look cheap. Although I believe that, this is made for fair-skinned people, Its doesn't do harm for the dark toned fellas if applied correctly. I guess, this is an 'OK' product because its a bit shimmery for my taste. I advise that you put the product carefully as a little touch brings tons of shimmers. Cautious application is advised to achieve the glammed-up glowing skin you dare for.

Price: P399
Where to buy: Wet n' Wild counters on SM department stores
Perfect for: Fair-skinned and medium-skinned, i don't recommend for oily skin
Staying Power: the pink undertone lasted only 3 hours but I tell you, the shimmers lasted more than 6 hours

Ratings: 5/10

Foundation Matters

Let’s admit. When it comes toskin, everyone wants a flawless, glowing and baby smooth soft skin especiallyon our faces. And, whenever we talk about faces, make-up becomes a fundamentalpart of it. You don’t need rocket science in order to know that make-up isn’tcomplete without the perfect foundation. As we all know, there are numerousbrands of foundations across the globe with varying textures, tones, brands,purpose and of course, prices. So, it’s up to us to select the perfect stufffor our skin.

A perfect foundation can onlybe perfect when you know 2 things. 1) your skin type and 2) your skin tone .

THE SKIN TYPE

In choosing the rightfoundation to buy, one must remember that skin type varies from one person toanother. Skin type is one of the most important things to consider before youpurchase. Now, the question is, whether you have an oily skin, dry skin,combination skin or the sensitive skin type.

• Dry skin
• What:A skin that looks stiff.  It easily getsreddish or peels when subjected to bad   weather.
•  Use:Cream foundations are the best. Also try the water-based foundations.
•  Oily skin        
• What:A face that looks shiny and most of the time greasy.
• Use:Matte and powder finish. Best also to use those mineral based makeup to blotoil.
• Combinationskin:
• What:One of the most common. T-zone (nose and forehead) are oily and cheeks are dry.
• Use:Moisturing make-ups and liquid foundations are most likely to fit you.
• Sensitive skin
• What:Easily gets break-outs or tends to go reddish easily when a product is applied
• Use:Mineral make-ups are your best option. Although, I would also recommend non-comedogenic,fragrance-free and oil-free products.

THE SKIN TONE

It’s always crucial to knowyour skin tone before deciding on which product to use on your skin. This is usuallya common mistake for some. If you do not get this part right, you’ll probablyend up with a flat, lifeless skin. Many of you might think that sometimes, asimple foundation looks gray or dull in you after an hour or so. Honestly, havingan acidic skin is not the only culprit. Another reason for this is actuallyhaving the wrong shade of foundation. Foundations should always be somethingthat is nearest your skin tone. It should mimic your skin tone, not too light,not too dark. Although sometimes, you have to check if the product will oxidize(becomes darker) on your skin. Skin tones are generally either cool or warm. Inorder to check your tone, simply look at your wrist and see if the veins yousee are blue or green.

                Warm – Green veins (morena or dark skinned)

                Cool -  Blue veins(fair skinned)

TIPS before purchasing a product:

1.      Ask your friendly SA’s if you could test drivethe product first on your skin prior to your purchase. (Some brands can evenprovide free samples of the product) Leave the product to your face for like30mins to an hour to see if it will oxidize.

2.   If you have sensitive skin and you doubt about acertain product line, well, do the sensitivity test. Apply a generous amount ofmakeup to your jaw area. (Albeit there’s this one book I read that says, “There’sno such thing as allergy to make-up” and “Break-outs are a product of skinabuse” I believe, PREVENTION is still better than CURE)

3.      NEVER rely on the MIRROR inside that make-upcounters you go to. These mirrors together with the store lighting tend makeyou look beautiful, radiant and glowing no matter what. So I suggest, you tryto look at yourself outside that store, where the lighting can’t be toodeceiving.