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That was indeed a very restful long weekend.  I thought I was going to spend it doing chores, but good thing we're done with all of the cleanings in the past week.  A blank to-do list and no errand.  Just hours and hours spent in bed and binge-watching.  It's a recharge most of us need.  😚

Now as a warm-up for another loaded work week, I have here a short product review.  I didn't really plan on writing one but I would also hate it if I went on full slack mode, so here you go.


For my brows, I'm currently using two Maybelline products.  I got myself a brow crayon and a brow mascara, both in the shade Natural Brown.

I'm really used to filling in and shaping my brows with an angled brow crayon.  For me, it's easier to draw the outline compared to using a pointy pencil type. 


I also like the spoolie brush it comes with because it is in a nice size and shape.  There's something about the casing of the crayon as well (I dunno what to call it) that somewhat helps with the application.

The product glides on smoothly, gives a nice color payoff and creates natural-looking brows.  


One tip, make sure you have a very short product "released" when applying to prevent it from breaking.  I had mine chopped once.  Hahaha! 😙

Another thing to note, it's not that long-lasting but personally, I'm okay with that because what I like to use it for is creating natural-looking brows.  As long as I could fill and shape mine well, I'm good.  I could anyway use another product to make sure my brows are on point throughout the day and I'm talking about brow mascaras.


I bought this earlier than the brow pencil.  I still have my Detail Makeover Makebrow Mascara but sometimes, it gets clumpy and one over-application could easily create a mess.  It's long-lasting though and could really tint the hairs.

This one, it's more for the casual days when I don't need to put a lot of effort into my kilay game.  Similar to the crayon, the effect is natural.  


I think my only gripe is that it doesn't hold the hairs in place too well compared to others I've tried.  However, the formula is not clumpy and it does not make the hairs stiff.  I can also see some shimmery particles in it which I think helps in making the brows look fuller and naturally done.



Both products are available in other colors.  They have one for darker hairs and one for light to blonde.


I think both would be perfect for those who are just starting on basic eyebrow makeup application.  It is hard to mess it up using these products.  Even if you don't have a light hand, you can still create your everyday brows with these.  

What do you think?


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How are you dealing with this intense summer heat?  Hope all is well and you are managing to keep your cool even if it's like staying outside for about 5 minutes is melting everything on your face, draining your energy and making you sweat like there's no tomorrow.  Not just that, I know that this scorching weather tends to irritate the skin too and worsens our pore problem.

Good thing, Althea now has a solution to keep the skin cool and calm.  Recently, they launched their newest additions to their skincare line and these two products could really relieve or prevent bad skin days.


Skin Relief Calming Cream

This tube is packed with soothing and hydrating ingredients like seawater for natural minerals that could retain skin's glow, Centella Asiatica extract which helps repair the skin, shea butter for that extra moisture barrier and the main guy, panthenol that transforms to Vitamin B when absorbed into the skin.


The consistency is not watery but it is still a lightweight type of moisturizer.  I could use it even during the daytime but since I have oily skin and again, the weather is just unbearably hot so I prefer applying it only at night.  If you have dry skin and you're mostly in air-conditioned or cold places, this is suitable to be used twice a day.

It doesn't leave a greasy feeling, it's fast-absorbing and it makes my skin really soft and smooth after.  I also love the fresh scent!


After stressing out my skin during the day, I like applying this at night as my moisturizer.  That's the perfect time to rehydrate because I don't think I could put cream on my face, go out and endure the blazing sun.  Hahahah! 😛

I would also recommend Althea's Fixer Cream, but I prefer Skin Relief Calming Cream because it's lighter.  Plus, it's cheaper too.  It's 560 php for an 80ml tube.

Waterful Green Bamboo Pads


Now, for the better option which could give you the moisture you need during daytime, check this out.  This tub contains soaked pads that you can use in a number of ways.

1) As a mask to really give your skin a high dose of hydration because it's like a patch keeping the moisture in.  It's also perfect for combination skin type because you can target and treat those dry areas.

2) As a hydrating toner pad to prep the skin before makeup.



3) When I have no makeup on the entire day, I like to wipe one onto the skin to remove the grease.  I'm using it as how I would normally use a micellar water.  It can freshen up the skin without drying it up.

4) The cooling effect could help shrink the pores.  


I love the cute tong that it comes with.  The scent is so relaxing too.  It's like I'm in a spa.  Hahaha!  😚

As for the pads, they do not tear up easily and it clings to the skin well.  

It's actually an amazing addition to my skincare stash.  One look and I instantly knew I would grab this often.  I'm hooked!

The best part, for only 700 php, you'd get 80 pads.  Each piece is soaked with the good stuff even the ones on the top.  I'm always keeping the cap tightly closed, so I hope they won't dry up fast.


What do you think?


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your sweetest drug,

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Sharing our El Nido photobook and travel video!  If you are also planning your trip, feel free to drop your questions in the comment section.


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We booked the tour through our hotel.  They will manage the schedule depending on the available slots for the day.  Rates are standard, but we were able to get a small discount.



Don't forget to bring aqua shoes, dry bag and snacks.  They will provide towels, water, snorkel mask and lunch.



Small lagoon is now in another tour package.






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Today, I woke up and said to myself that I would publish a new post earlier than usual, but I failed.  Haha!  Hey, I got to prep the photos ahead of time though.  😝

Well, I don't know if it's just me, but I really feel like Sundays are practically about thinking of being productive and shiz, and ending up becoming the opposite.  It is seemingly the best day to cross out the stuff in your to-do list or in other words, the things you didn't get to complete on Saturday.  However, since it's the day before the dreaded Monday, you'd rather spend it for excessive sleeping then, dilly-dallying because you're having second thoughts about that to-do list and finally, doing nothing.  #storyofmylife

So there, you know the reason behind these late Sunday posts.


Anyway, let me share two of my favorite liquid lipsticks from my stash.  I purchased one of them when I chanced upon a Revlon bundle which was on sale.  Then, I instantly liked it after the first try, so one weekend, I happened to score another tube for 50% off.  Original price was 575 php.

Color


Forever is a dusty brown-rose color, which is a perfect natural, MLBB lippie while Kisses is deep rose pink.  It's this bright and poppin' but if you applied a thin layer, it could still work as an everyday lip color.

These do not give one ultra-pigmented swipe.  I find the color buildable, but I could also work with just one dip to cover the lips.


Finish & Formula

The line is called Matte Lipcolor, but these do not dry down to a completely matte finish when you apply a generous amount, because they made it a moisturizing kind.  This also comes in metallic and I saw on Revlon's website that there's another matte variant called Matte Lip Mousse.  I hope it would be available locally soon.


These feel like creamy matte, lightweight lipsticks.  On the pictures, they are on the satin side, but they could still give a matte finish if you apply a thin layer.  These are very comfortable to wear - not sticky at all.  Plus, they smell like cupcakes.

Even on dry lips, I could still slap these on without a balm underneath.  Although, better to still moisturize to avoid chapped lips.


Application

I use these on my cheeks too!  The shades are so perfect to be used as a blush.  Here's how they look like when blended.


I used Kisses as a blush here.


Also, the applicator it comes with is bendy, which helps in a full-lip application.  

Lasting Power

The product transfers a lot but still leaves a nice stain.  Sometimes, it gets on the teeth too after applying too much.  😚

Since the shades I have are on the natural side, fading doesn't look horrible.


Dupe Alert

I was able to find a close color dupe as well for Forever and it's Maybelline's Creamy Matte in Nude Nuance.  Maybe like a slightly darker version? 😬


I'm really loving my Ultra HD Mattes!  I'm glad I got pretty colors too.


I would recommend these to those who want to give liquid lipsticks a try and to those looking for non-drying ones.  I know some shy away from matte liquid lipsticks because most of the formulas are not that comfy to wear.  These ones from Revlon are far from it so surely worth a shot.  Very appropriate for liquid lipstick newbies! 😍


What do you think?


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