Mac Online Shopping

This blog entry is a month over due. But then, still want to share how GLAD I am to have online shopping. For the past years, I've been a huge fan of Mac's limited collection. More than often, I would check blog entries and Mac online for upcoming limited editions. Would take note on the launch dates in the US and call local Mac stores for launch dates for the different MAC stores. At first, I find it really exciting to wait and be one of the first to grab the collection. But when I start missing them out , I started searching the net for pre-order and buy it ahead of Manila's Mac Launch.

TADAAA!

Carefreeshopper --- an online shopping beauty haven, who does pre-order of Mac limited collections. I gave it a try and surely glad I did!!!! I got a beauty powder from Mac's Vera Collection and 4 lippies from Mac's Shop Cook Collection and finally the Nicki Minaj Viva Glam lipstick. I didn't have to wait that long (like other pre-order, about a month) because I got my orders after 2 and a half weeks. I got it even before it came out here in Manila. Finally, I didn't have to wake up early to get a number from Mac , fall in line and end up with NOTHING! Yes, nothing! The last time I went to Mac (Rockwell) to grab the Iris Apfel lippies, the girl infront of me was the last person who got Pink Pigeon and Party Parrot. How depressing! I was there when Mac store opened and got my respective number. Only to go home empty handed. Gosh, there are way MORE crazier beauty junky lovelies out there, to be there earlier.... Hahaha!

Enough of that nightmare, there's Carefreeshopper to take care of my Mac addiction. Thanks Armie. Will sure order again soon for future Mac limited editions.

Snoe Glam Jam Blush

Lip and cheek tints are "Beauty Junkies BESTFRIEND". A magical gem that works wonders in seconds. There are days that I'm too lazy to put make up . A nice cheeky pop of color on my cheeks and lips would do the trick and makes me head out the door flawlessly blooming.

SNOE Glam Jam Blush in bubble gum (6g/ P119)

A water based cheek tint that flawlessly blends with skin. OHHHH! I love the NEON bright pink shade. It may look too bright on the pot but when applied and blended on well moisturized skin, gives a healthy flush. I can't resist it lovely color. A tiny amount is only needed to brighten cheeks. Glad I gave it a try. Now, I'm lemming to get the 3 other shades available. Summer is here and this would be a staple in my beauty kit on the go. Very much impressed with how long it stayed on my cheeks (more than it should --- about 6 hours).

See, how pretty this SNOE Glam Jam blush in bubble gum appears on skin :).

Ready for summer with cheeky cheeks and pinky stained lips...

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Benefit Benetint

BENETINT

It was this most coveted, holy grail bottled cheek tint that got me curious on Benefit Cosmetics. Glad that I did because up until now, Benefit Cosmetics has never failed to impress me . However, like any other brands there would be some tat are comparable to other cheaper brands and works as well.

For me, Benefit Benetint lip and cheek stain is one of those products that other brands carry and doesn't hole your pockets. Don't get me wrong, I SUPER love Benefit but the Benetint for me is overrated.

My Personal Reasons:

• other cosmetic brands carry a lip and cheek stain line
• I need to layer on several times on my cheeks before color shows up
• staying power is not impressive; needs to retouch
• very pricey considering it doesn't really stain
• shade is similar to other brands available locally
• most of all, very expensive ($29 approx. P1400)

DISCLAIMER:

Benefit Benetint may not work for me. BUT, it doesn't mean that what I think or feel about this product would be the same with other LOVELIES out there. Because maybe the place and weather also varies for its staying power. Because in the Philippines, the humid weather is unbelievable. Maybe that's why it didnt work wonders on me. I'm not totally saying that Benetint is not a good choice, it's just that for its price I could get same benefits and usage from other cheaper brands.

Lovelies, any other lip and cheekstain that is worth trying ? :)

Model's Own nail polish in Bubble Gum NP059

Oh my , Oh my my! PINK is the color of passion.....

I've never been a huge fan of nail polishes but when I'm faced with gorgeous shades like HOT PINK, I suddenly forget that I don't splurge on polishes. Don't get me wrong, I do buy polishes but I only buy very few because I only get to apply them if done by my manicurist. I don't really like applying it alone because I'm not simply good at it. And, when I buy expensive polishes, I make sure that the shade is something I would wear often.

Went to this Super Sale Bazaar at World Trade Center last March 2, 2012 to buy some lippies from my current favorite brand. Thanks to my favorite online seller Sarah F.-- Make Up Hub by Naturele Collezione. I wasn't really going to buy polish but when it turned out that there's nothing much to buy anymore (I've almost completed the lippies), I decided to try the MODEL'S OWN Polish in bubblegum.

It was a good impulse buy. Since summer is just around the corner, a nice bright neon pink would be a great way to pimp up those nails. I'm so loving it. Quality is impressive. It's a bit opaque. It lasted a week on my nails chip-free. Model's own polishes offers a wide range of shades ranging from neutral to bright colorful shades. Now, I can't sleep. I want more of these superb polishes, can't wait on stocking up. (YIKES!!!)

Etude VIP girl nail polish in PK012

I'm just starting to be fond of nail polishes. Etude carries a wide range of colors and finishes of nail polish. Very affordable. Nail polishes range from P49- P350. The P350 usually comes in 3 nail polishes in a collection.

Etude VIP girl nail polish in PK012

The quality is just fine. If applied properly to well groomed nails, it will last a week. And like any other nail polish, if well taken cared of, will definitely last. One thing that I like with their polish is that they don't discolor my nails even after how long I keep it on. The formulation is most likely mild. May not contain harsh and strong chemicals like other long staying branded nail polish.

It's worth a try, lovelies! Nice to have the limited collections too that comes in 2-3 complemeting shades in a bundle :)

Mac lipstick in Morange

Summer is just around the corner and spring bright neon colors are IN again. I've been fond ever since with bright pink shades of make up especially for blush and lippies. Last year, bright orange shade of lipsticks have been the hype of glamourous runways. Yet, inspite of the hype, I never really got interested on trying these shades. I just feel that it won't look good on me.

MAC Lipstick In MORANGE

Mac Iris Apfel Collection was launched early February 2012 in the Philippines and again I missed the most coveted Pink Pigeon and Pink Parrot :( ---loser me! The only shade I was able to get is Morange. I tried it anyway because I'm too disappointed to have

missed again the pink lippies.

Gladly tried it! Morange change my mind on not to wear Orange lippies.

Was skeptical that orange may not flatter my skin tone but surprisingly, it did!

I'm loving how the neon shade of orange brightened my face.

But then, I'm not sure if it really looks good on me. Maybe, I'm not used to this shade

that's why I still think pink shades flatter me more?

Taken from Iphone Camera - Sorry if it's not tat clear....

Lovelies, what do you think? Does orange shade of lipstick looks good on me? If it does, I would have a new challenge --- collect different shades of Orange lippies! Yikes! Should save up some more (Hihihi :P). Help!

Etude Lip and Eye Make up Remover

My make up routine would always include putting on mascara. With the exaggerated humidity in my country (Philippines) especially on summer season, waterproof and smudge proof eye make up is A MUST! That's why, make up removers is a main stay in my beauty arsenal.

Etude House Lip and Eye Make up Remover (198/100ml)

I've tried this make up remover and works fine. HOWEVER, when it comes to removing waterproof mascara could be more a little bit tad challenging. I would need to repeatedly rub/ wipe the cotton (with remover) off on my lashes . And even after I thought have removed mascara, after washing my face, there would be residue of the mascara. Unlike Etude's Mascara Remover, it easily removes mascara. But for long staying lippies/ lipsticks it works really well.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream(look at the bottom of the swatch)

*with just one swipe

Nicely removed with Etude Lip and Eye make up remover

For me I like having both of Etude's lip and eye make up remover AND mascara remover. Because there are days that I only wear mascara and times that I would only wear eye make up with only eyeliner. They both will last a long time because a little goes a long way. Just don't forget to shake before use :).

I recommend Etude's lip and eye make up remover for those who does not wear mascara. It would be enough to clean the eye and lip are. But for those like me, who loves to wear mascara, the Etude's Mascara Remover would be the best one for the job.