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