Tony Moly Tomatox

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Tomatox: Magic Whitening Massage Pack

I love how TONY MOLY Tomatox does for my skin. I admit that I'm more of a make-up addict than a skin care addict. For me, as long as I do the 3 basic steps of skin care ( Cleanse, Tone and Moisturize) , I'll be just fine. I would always be in the make-up department but I would quickly browse on skin care products. From time to time if I see something new and interesting that would do my skin good, I would definitely give it a try.

Glad that I saw this wonderful product from Tony Moly. Tomatox was one of the first purchases I had with the brand. The BA's (Beauty Assistant) told me that this is a bestseller for it's brightening and whitening effects. They told me that Koreans love this product so much because it gives them flawlessly bright skin. Since I envy how Korean's skin glow naturally, I decided to give it a try.

Step 1: After washing face, apply ample amount of Tomatox on the face avoiding the eye and lip area.

Step 2: Massage Tomatox for 1-2 mins.

Step 3: Leave on face for about 10-15 mins. (slight tingly sensation)

Step 4: Wash face with warm water and pat dry.

Voila, instantly brighter and whiter skin.......

Pros:

Cute packaging. Comes with a small clear spatula for hygienic application. It gives instant brightening effect even for the first time of usage. If used 2-3 times weekly and regularly, skin improves in appearance. Skin looks brighter and whiter and free from blemishes. It has good detoxifying properties that helped my skin look clear and supple every after use.

Cons:

The brightening effect fades after 24-48 hours. But if used REGULARLY, it would have positive attributes to skin. The amount of the mask should have been more :(. It's only 80 grams.

Lovelies,

Please let me know of other great Tony Moly skin care that I should try :)

Tony Moly Latte Art Milk-Tea Morning Pack

I'm currently loving one of the best innovation of Korean skin care, TONY MOLY'S LATTE ART MILK-TEA MORNING PACK. Again, my attention was caught by it's uberly, super dooper cute packaging. (that's how I usually get started --- followed by addiction).

Asked the sales lady what is it for and how it was one of their bestseller. I was told that it is a moisturizer and a make up primer in one. At first, I didn't see the need to try it since I'm already aware that an ordinary moisturizer works the same way. But since the sales lady insisted that I test it, I've decided to give it was a try.

Was surprised how light the texture was and how it actually felt on my skin. It was amazingly and couldn't believe that it was similar to the finish of my fave Smashbox Photo Finish. It looks creamy from the cup but once applied on skin, it was very light and easily absorbed by the skin. It felt a bit watery and skin feels instantly refreshed. I loved it since it doesn't leave the skin sticky but the feeling of well moisturized skin.

When first opened, the Latte Art Milk Essence in the the smaller cup should be mixed with the pack for more effective skin boosting care.

As a make up base or primer, it did a really good job. For it's price P628, my skin was not only moisturized but saved me from using a separate make up primer. After more than 6 hours of having make up on, my make up still look really fresh. There's was no smudging, fading and creasing. I have oily skin and would usually see make up on areas around my nose separating and setting into my fine lines. But with this as my base, oil definitely did show up on my face BUT make up looked flawless. I could not believe it but I'm glad I gave it a try. Indeed, an effective make- up booster.

How I looked after more than 6 hours .....

.... up close on my cheek area

.... flawlessly looking :)

.... a bit shiny BUT my foundation did not move around and did not fade at all

Will I repurchase?

Definitely! For its affordable price, I get to keep my face moisturized and make up surely looked fresh after a long , busy day.

Tony Moly Egg Pore Series

Love at first sight with Tony Moly's Egg Pore Treatment. Super cute and adorable packaging that easily made me want to try. Hard to ignore and not get my hands on these magical innovation.

I got super excited when I was told that these egg -shaped containers carries three complementing treatment to achieve clean and blackhead free skin. The Egg Pore treatment is made up of egg and camellia extracts that is known for clearing up impurities.

Egg Pore Blackhead Out Oil Gel 30 ml P528- clear gel exfoliant to purify that clears out blackhead impurities from egg and camellia extract. Be careful while opening the product because it's too oily.

STEP 1: Massage the clear gel onto areas that you want to clear from blackheads . Usually this would be the nose area. Massage for 3-5 minutes (clear gel turns into white , milky color). Then rinse off with warm water.

Egg Pore Tightening Pack 30 ml P 528- Clay mask that helps tighten pores that have been exfoliated and at the same time calm skin to have clearer and smooth skin. Helps absorb sebum.

STEP 2: Apply right amount of this pack to the area that was exfoliated by the Egg Pore Blackhead Out Gel (Step 1). Leave it for about 5-10 mins. A bit tightening of the area is expected. Then rinse off with warm water.

Egg Pore Silky Smooth Balm 20 ml P628 - a pore concealer that makes enlarged pores appear smaller. Helps smoothen and refines pores. A great make up base.

STEP 3: Apply a thin layer onto the area treated and no need to rinse off. Perfect for everyday use as make up base.

V O I L A !!!

I say.....

This Tony Moly's Egg Pore Series really does work. This was taken from my first use. I saw difference in my skin's texture around the nose area. What more if I'll use it regulary. It is recommended to do this treatment 2-3 times a week. There were some blackheads that were not removed but my pores got cleaner a smoother. can't wait till my next session. :)

BEFORE

AFTER

Oh's Verdict!

If you're on a budget, you don't have to have all 3. It really depends on your needs. I suggest you get the first step Egg Pore Blackhead Out Gel, since it is the exfoliant that helps remove impurities. But if you're after tightening pores then you get the step 2 Egg Pore Tightening Pack. But if you want to refine pores that acts as a make up base too, Egg Pore Smooth Silky Balm is for you.

But for me I like all of Tony Moly's Egg Pore Series. It's like having a salon-at-home treat.

NARS Schiap lipstick

I'm glad to have tried Nars Schiap lipstick P1250 (3.4g). Semi- matte finish but creamy when applying. I love how it brightens my face. It is a bright fuchsia hot pink. This is one of those bright lippie that I could easily pair with either soft or bold eyes. Complementing both looks without looking clownish.

I prepped my lips with lip balm before applying lipstick. This way, I could easily apply a semi-matte lipstick and to avoid having chappy lips. Ewww... I'm prone to that :(

This is one of my few Nars make up loot. It is because I find it too expensive. I believe that I could find same shade or a dupe from other brands I love. But since I'm in search for a nice hot pink shade, desperate and disappointed for not having MAC Candy Yum Yum lipstick , my hubby bought me this pretty Nars Schiap lippie. At least it helped me forget about not having Mac Candy Yum- Yum. Well compensated I guess.

Would I buy Nars again? Definitely! I regret that I just tried their lipstick now. But it's not too late.The texture and shade is great. Long lasting and it doesn't have that nasty smell of wax. Little goes a long way. Absolutely worth it. Now, I'm eyeing to get other shades like Roman Holiday and Funny Face. Can't wait to get hold of them soon.

P.S. Would love to hear from you what other Nars loot that I should try.... :)

Benefit: Boxed Powder Blush Collection

From the time I started collecting make-up, Benefit is one of the most sought brand that I wanted to try. Unluckily, Benefit is not available locally so I had to order it online. I would read different reviews about it and it didn't fail to impress me.From packaging to my "blush fetish syndrome", I started to order Benefit's Boxed powders. I first ordered Dandelion, Georgia and 10. And after testing them and loving them, I ordered the other remaining powders

(Thrrrob, Coralista, Sugar Bomb, Hoola and Bella Bamba)

Not all these are blush. Some are sheer finish and only a few are pigmented for a blush. Though the sheer ones (Georgia, Dandelion , Thrrrob and Sugarbomb) hardly showed up on my NC25 skin, I admire it so much because of the hint of color it gives me. It is very sheer but surprisingly brightens my complexion. I always use this if I don't want to put so much make up. It works as an over all finishing powder too. Sugarbomb is more of a highlighter that complements peach or bronze shade.

Can't wait to get Dallas to complete my collection of Benefit Box O' Powder. :)

SWATCHES:

Without flash:

L-R Georgia, 10 (mixed), Bella Bamba, Dandelion, Thrrrob , Hoola, Coralista and Sugarbomb)

With Flash:

L-R Georgia, 10 (mixed), Bella Bamba, Dandelion, Thrrrob , Hoola, Coralista and Sugarbomb

I Say: They are all worth it. A bit expensive $28 each but definitely worth it. You get 10g net and comes with a brush. Save and shop for these gorgeous powders. :)

Tip:

If you want sheer powders to show on skin, use cream blush first and then apply powder. I use Stila Convertible Color in Gerbera and top it with Georgia.

Product Review: Love and Beauty Leopard Cheek Color

I love blushes. My personal collection would speak for itself. I am easily drawn to blushes because with this make up alone, face turns up to be brighter even having a bad skin day. I love to try same shade in different texture. They may have same shade but definitely give different finishing look.

That is why, when I came across this newly arrived cosmetic line of Forever 21 (Makati), I immediately bought this Leopard cheek color.

Isn't it too cute to pass?!! When I saw it, Too face leopard bron

zer came into my mind. Maybe a dupe but what the heck it's only P308. I super love the leopard design of the blush. I wasn't able to try it in the store but i bought it anyway.

It was a cheek color but I say, it's more of a highlighter than a blush. The pinkish shade hardly showed up on my skin. Was a bit disappointed because it could have been a good buy for a blush.

But then, being an accidental highlighter, I'm quite impressed because the shimmer is not glittery. It has a great sheen finish. It is indeed a good highlighter for it's price sans that it's a bit chalky on the skin.

Recommendation:

Rate: 7/10

Would I recommend? Yes, it is a nice highlighter to bring around and for its price, need i say more.

Want more? I would want to try other shade available. They also have the bronzer shades.

The Magic of Contouring and Highlighting

Contour- recede an area that you want to minimize or you want took less prominent

Highlight - to bring forward or enhance an area that you want to be prominent

Putting make-up is not only about putting colors to your face but more of enhancing one's features. It is important to know one's facial shape to know where exactly to put colors.

Contouring and highlighting are one of the basics one should be familiar with . They could give

dimension to a face that would enhance monolid eyes, emphasize cheekbones and slim down face.

Like magic that instantly transform looks.

Before

After

Contouring tools:

• contouring powder - pressed powder 1 to 2 shades darker that your skin tone (preferably matte finish )
• bronzer (alternative to powder)
• eyebrow pencil and powder
• eyeliner
• contouring brush

Highlighting tools:

• highlighting powder - iridiscent powder, white/skin toneshade, shimmer
• highlighting brush

Step 1: Apply foundation to create a nice base for make up

Step 2: Shape eyebrows with an eyebrow pencil and fill in the hair with eyebrow powder.

Step 3: Contour cheekbones with bronzer, add darker shade of eye shadow into the crease area of the eyes , line upper and lower eyelids (closest to the lashline). Add contouring to areas you want to recede --- in my case - my cheeks, jawline, nose and temples.

Highlight browbone, upper plane of my cheeks and the eyelids.

Step 4: Add blush to brighten cheeks and lipstick to polish up the final look :)

T A D A!!!!!

Make up used:

• Mac Studio Fix Fluid NC30
• Palladio brow pencil
• Stila Contouring Trio (carefreeshopper)
• Mac wedge eye shadow -eyes and nose contouring
• Mac Cute Blush
• Maybelline Gel liner
• Maybelline Cat eyes mascara
• The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer highlighter
• Mac Chatterbox lipstick