Sephora's In The Glow

For my Christmas gift... I got the Sephora's In the Glow box!!! It's a sampler of bronzers, highlighters and blushes from different cult brands! I love all of them!!! 

This was a super late post already...i will swatch them in my next post okay... 

VDL Foundation and CC cream

Hi! It's been soooo long since I last posted here... I'm hoping to post more stuff here in the future, a lot of backlogs actually... 😊

I have a new discovery! It's called VDL foundation and CC cream! I've tried them  on (of course on separate occassion😄) and they're both great on my skin. 

The CC cream applies on smoothly, it has a lght scent (which I'm very particular since I have allergic rhinitis...) It looks like your skin but better...

The store gave me samples which was really great so that at least consumers can try the products on first before buying the whole bottle to make sure that it suits their skin. Okay I will post a separate one for the foundation and primer... I am just on the road now (but I'm not driving! My husband is.. 😜) 

See you later!!!

Spring Trend 2014

SPRING 2014 BEAUTY TRENDS

Orange Lips and Tips

Bright, almost neon shades of orange will be the go-to hue for spring. Backstage at DKNY, Maybelline New York's Color Sensational Vivids Lipcolor in Electric Orange was applied to models' lips, then blotted for a matte, almost stained finish. Brows were groomed and shaped using the brand's Master Shape Brow Pencil. The rest of the face was left bare. "A flawless complexion is the perfect canvas for standout lips and clothes that steal the show," said makeup artist Charlotte Willer.

At SUNO, it was all about an electric pop of citrus on the nails. Models wore Maybelline New York's Color Show Nail Lacquer in Orange Fix, a bright tangerine shade. Backstage at Mara Hoffman, the same vivid hue was used to create a spectrum design on models' nails.

White Eyes

Backstage at Tibi, white eyes stole the show. Makeup artist Alice Lane used an angled shadow brush to draw Color Tattoo Cream Gel Shadow in Too Cool in a smooth, straight line across the upper lashline and out toward the temples. The shimmery white shade was also applied to the inner corners of the eyes, for an ethereal, fairy-esque look.

Nudes Nails

A major departure from the over-the-top nail art looks that have dominated recent seasons, the new nude nail is about an easy-glamour feel that is both fresh and modern. Models at Rachel Zoe wore Maybelline New York's Color Show Nail Lacquer in limited edition Lust for Buff, a gorgeous neutral hue that was hand-chosen for the show by Zoe herself. The universally flattering shade will be available for a limited time, beginning inMarch 2014.      

Metallic Sheen

Metallic makeup is nothing new, but the look is refreshed with luminosity and lightened up for spring. These metallic touches are the "accessory" to an otherwise clean beauty look. At the Wes Gordon Show, makeup artist Alice Lane used Color Tattoo Pure Pigments in Breaking Bronze to add a sheer wash of copper to models' eyelids. At Mara Hoffman, Lane used her fingertip to apply Color Tattoo Pure Pigments in Pink Rebel,swiping it onto models just before they hit the runway, as a glamorous finishing touch.

No Fuss Makeup

Backstage at the SUNO and Wes Gordon shows, makeup artist Alice Lane played with texture and gloss. She used Baby Lips Lip Balm in Quenched on models' eyelids to add a luminous, light-catching glow. Lane used the term "fresh grunge" to describe the no fuss makeup look. "There's a nod to grunge in that everything is slightly undone and nothing's too perfect. But it's cleaner and more wearable, for a sophisticated woman," she said.

Read more: http://m.digitaljournal.com/pr/1469947#ixzz2f6tUun2b

I can't wait to try the orange lips and tips!  😄

Real Techniques Brush

I have been so curious in trying this Real Techniques makeup brushes. I thought they were expensive and I was so delighted to find out that they're affordable! So I tried the expert face brush first and I fell inlove!!! ❤

It applies foundation seamlessly, cream blushes wonderfully and even powder makeups! 

In my wishlist right now is the Limited Edition Duo-Fibre brushes!!!! 💕💕💕

I can't wait to get my hands and face on them! 😉

Starting Over Again...

No this is not about Natalie Cole's song and it's not all about beauty either. Although my blog is about beauty and style. This is about me and a little but about my life. I just want to share this with you because you might learn a thing or two or you may want to drop me head first from on top of a high building....

Anyway I have the typical got married early story so nothing new there... I am an undergrad of Dentistry, my friends say I'm very talented because I sing, dance, act and I can perform all of it on stage. I am the typical "Jill of all trades."

I am an organized person who doesn't like routines ( 'cause it's boring!) but I realized how important routines are now that I'm a mom. 

I always have setbacks in my life, made the wrong turn, stumbled and all that but I never gave up no matter how much I wanted to. I wanted a lot of things but I never really appreciate what I have and some of those things, I then eventually acquire because of positive thinking I guess, or wanting it too badly! Also because of my husband! 😊

Whenever I have setbacks or difficulties, I always blame others. They maybe the reason, the one who triggered it or did something to make me feel disappointed.

For some reason I envy a lot of successful mothers... I know they have a lot going on in their lives and it's not perfect but they're syccessful both financially and in their family lfe. 

I don't have a career nor a formal business... I am not even that fit mom compared to others. But I guess that's the challenge?! I have a few setbacks and it stopped me from growing, unfortunately time doesn't stop... It won't wait for you to get back on your feet. 

I saw Brooke Burke's interview today and I was half inspired, half enviious and half disappointed of myself. Well simply because I am not even 1/4 of her... So I hope I will be able make all of my dreams come true this year! 😊

Primer

I haven't tried all the "Primers" in the makeup world but so far I have found some that are wonderful and great for my skin. They're a bit expensive for everyday use but they're worth it. First one is Shu Uemura UV Underbase Mousse in Pink.

It's really great for the skin alone! Makes your skin look fresh, dewey and bright. With foundation, of course makes your foundation (even the cheapest ones!) last longer. Even just plain powder on top if you're a bit oily. 

The second one and the one I usually use when the weather is really weird. When it's sunny then in a few hours it's going to rain! 

MAC Prep + Prime really does it's job. Although one thing I don't like about it is its consistency, it's a bit runny, the product and the liquid is separated but it's a great product. 

Aerin Beauty

I came across this brand Aerin a couple if days ago and I even posted it on my instagram.. I got curious not just because of their wonderful colours, but it's my youngest daughter's second name.
I searched it on the internet and true enough it's Aerin Lauder's make up line! I am so excited to get some for myself! It would really be interesting!

Spring Makeup 2013

The Runways have been keen on making their spring fashion show a blast! And we see different makeup looks and statements on the Runway! The top make up trends from New York fashion week (which I absolutely adore!!!) are Vibrant green and orange eyemakeup with Karen Walker models. Ohne Titel does tangerine matte lips... (Hello MAC Lady Danger, So Chaud & Morange). Bright lip hue in Hot Pink for Diane Von Furstenberg... You can use Nars Schiap, MAC's Girl About Town or Full Fuchsia!
Monique Lhuillier models sported a graphic inky black cat-eye liner... Best to use are Gel Eyeliners, Bobbi Brown, MAC's fluidline or Maybelline gel liner. Models of Michael Kors mixed shimmery metallics and smudged black eyeshadows that is winged out as well. Kenneth Cole used dark lips and dark liners. A two-toned lip in ox-blood color with a nude nail polish for Rachel Zoe, while Zac Posen used a brick pencil topped with plum lipcream for a glossy finish...
Check out the video here...
http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3Df0RhOyVuzJU&ct=ga&cad=CAcQAhgAIAEoBDABOAFA_JPAiQVIAVgAYgVlbi1QSA&cd=DJptosB527U&usg=AFQjCNGjNNg229b_dRhTaxlgD1805-3AIA

Whatever look you decide to wear this spring, just don't overdo it! A bright and vibrant lips with a nude eyeshadow and a hint of blush will look perfect!!!
Till next time!

The Odbo BB cream

When my husband came home from Korea, he bought me 2 BB Creams (missha and Odbo) as pasalubong. The first one I've tried is the Odbo as per my husband's request. He was curious because they told him that it adjusts to all skintones and all wonderful descriptions... So I tried it and at first, I don't see any difference from the BB cream I'm currently using... So I just let it settle first and voila! It really looks so nice on my skin! And the whole day my skin looks fresh even if I hadn't had that much sleep.

LIPSTICK GALORE!!!

I just bought a stash of NYX Round Lipsticks a week ago. I was too busy to try on all of them to post it here in my blog.. Anyway, I researched about them and looked at the swatches on the internet. So first, I tried on this Nyx RLS Black Cherry lipstick. On the pictures I saw, it looks red, deep dark red so when I tried it on, I was surprised that it looked a bit red-purplish on my lips... So I guess it really depends on your skin tone and natural lip color how the lipstick will look on you. Here's a swatch of Nyx Black Cherry from a  fellow blogger, Make up Love... http://jesroque.blogspot.com/2011/11/swatches-nyx-round-lipsticks-nyx-manila.html

And here's my own swatch of Black Cherry... =)

The MAC Marilyn Monroe Collection

Hi! It's been a long while since I last published something here in my blog.... I just got over excited to share with everybody and I'm sure some of you may already know it. I came across a blog of a new MAC Make up Collection... which is the Marilyn Monroe! The packaging looks elegant like Marilyn herself. I couldn't even decide what to buy first!!! I'm sure it's going to be a superb make up collection.... by MAC! It's coming in October and they're all limited editions...
I'm going to put the link below so you can view all the items..



Thank you Make up by Cheryl!!! =)
http://www.makeupbycherylh.com/2012/08/mac-marilyn-monroe-collection-for-fall.html

My Steve Madden

Yes, I know this is a beauty blog, but I can't help posting about my new wonderful Steve Madden Tantraa shoes... It may not be a new release but it's a STEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!
For only... (drum roll please.....) P595 from P9950!!!!!!! Who cares if it's from the last season's haul?! It's nice, it's a great find... and in one of my favorite colors... Purple!!!

Until my next bargain... shopping expedition!!!! =)

Belle

My Beauty Loot!!!!

They all look so nice and shiny!!!! I would like to thank my wonderful hubby who has been so very patient in finding me these stuff from Facess in HK!!!!

Here's Mac Prep+Prime Face Protect SPF50. It glides smoothly on my skin and has sun protection to boot! 

The Shu Uemura UV underbase in Pink illuminates your skin, giving you that dewy glow.

I love this Prism Powder from MAC, a little goes a long long way! =)

MAC Pro longwear concealers... They are great products, won't budge... 

MAC Silver Gull

MAC Viva Glam Nicki Minaj 

MAC Matte in Lady Danger

My new skin food lippies from my wonderful sister in law!!!  =)

I will do my best to use all of them and take pictures and I will post them here... Till next time! =)

Belle

Sparkle and Dazzle at Shu Uemura Alabang

It's been a very long time since I haven't posted on my blog... been very busy lately.... I will go into that some  other time.
I was very lucky to be able to join the Shu Uemura Sparkle and Dazzle Make up competition (for aspiring MUA's)
I get to try some of their wonderful products such as the Face Architect Mousse Foundation and The Face Architect Foundation. The former, is like putting on the UV Mousse primer, you have to be quick because it dries up quickly, the foundation will be great addition to the make up kits of people who tends to have an oily skin... I loved the Face Architect Foundation, it glides on smoothly with a wide array of shades... Enough of that, I'm actually here to talk about their new eyeshadow product... the powders capture light, absorbing and reflecting it for a multi-dimensional effect. That's why they called their competition, Sparkle and Dazzle.. The eyeshadow goes on smoothly and it has a really nice texture...
This is the link to one of the entries (which is mine by the way...)

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150914571616902&set=a.10150914571201902.416139.97929791901&type=1&theater

My inspiration was candy colored cupcakes because my beautiful model is a superb baker! It's super light in pictures, I don't know why we couldn't capture the real colors... It's wonderfully good enough to eat tinker bell look! =)

It is a nice colorful make up which you can wear everyday... I used IR Pink 115, ME soft pink 155, P soft blue green 540 and P light green 520 (I'm unsure of the shades of the greens though..) for the eyes. A pop of Pink blusher (sorry, I forgot the number.) As for the lips, I mixed Rouge Unlimited PK335 and PK346.

Love the new eyeshadows that I got from Shu Uemura Alabang!!! 

G Yellow 345 and G Blue green 641

I will try to use them on my next make up session and I will post it here... So till next time! =)

Belle

Make up by Belle

I have been meaning to post this for a while now, unfortunately due to my kids' busy 

schedules, I wasn't able to. 

I took up Comprehensive Make up training at Suesh in Greenhills and I have learned a lot 

during that 15hour class. As our teacher said: Practice makes perfect. Hopefully I'd be able 

to practice not just on my face but on others as well! =)

Here's the sample of my work.... 

Before

After (day make up)

(Day Make up/ Simple Bride)

Night make up/bridal

Close up - night look

Before (by the way, this is my daughter!)

After (vintage Look)

Before

After (airbrushed)

My Attempt at Avant Garde... I think I need to work out harder on this one area! Besides, I was 

pressed for time here.... =) 

Before

After(sweet day look)

Provocative red lips...

Bridal day/night...

I had a wonderful time creating these looks... Yes I'm sorry I wasn't able to showcase what make ups I used.... I will just enumerate them.

Kryolan foundation and eyeshadow, ELF eyeshadow palette in Natural, L.A. Colors Loose Powder and foundation, NARS Orgasm blush, MAC lipstick and lipglass, Revlon Red lipstick, Model Co. brow powder, Glambox airbrush...

I realized that it is in the blending and the right application that matters the most.... 

until next time! =)