NOTW: Sassy Colors in Iced Mocha

Here's my very first "nail-polish-of-the-week" post. :)

Sassy Colors in Iced Mocha

Sassy colors offers a super wide range of nail polish colors. They also have nail polish in matte, frosted, and their new product, the magnetic nail polish. What I also like about this product is it is very affordable (price starts at 16pesos) and you can easily find it, even convenience stores sell them. :)

Anything in the shade of Violet makes me happy. :)

I love the color especially because it is in the shade of violet. 

It has tiny glitters that makes your nail shimmer under the sun or light. 

Over-all, it's my new fave nail polish color. :)

Fashion 21 Mineral-Based Fine Blush Powder in No.3

Yey! Another blog post! 

My recent purchase for this month was a blush-on from Fashion 21. On my previous post, I mentioned that I was a no make-up junkie BUT a little lipstick and blush-on won't hurt, right?

Hence my search for a blush-on with a built-in brush starts. As a I said before I'm really lazy to put make-up on my face that's why I want a blush powder with a brush. I guess the effort for putting make-up can be used on more important things like doing my assignments. Hahaha!

Anyway, my search is over. I saw this blush powder on Fashion 21 and it has a built-in brush. It's compact and very easy to use. It also comes with a mirror! Plus, it is very affordable (155 pesos). 

It has 5 shades to choose from. From light pink to bronze shades. I chose the No.3 shade which is light and more on pink-coral shade. I guess coral shades are morenas' best-friends when it comes to blush-on. 

Fashion 21 Fine Blush Powder
in No. 3

Compact and Handy

brush and mirror

Sorry for my skin. 
Anyway, the shade compliments my morena skintone.

PROS:

• Compact and easy to use
• Mineral-based
• Has its own brush and mirror
• Very affordable
• 5 shades to choose from

CONS:

•  The only negative thing about this product, for me, is it contains paraben.

Beauty is how you feel in the inside.

  

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Pink Flame

Long time, no post. I've been really busy with being a student and a mother at the same time. Well, actually, I'm still busy. But I already feel guilty for not posting anything here on my blog.

So, for my first post for the month of July, I'll share to you my first ever matte lipstick!

I'm not a make-up junkie. I can leave our home without putting any make-up, even powder. That's why buying cosmetics is a once-in-a-blue-moon happening for me.  

For my first ever matte lipstick, I decided to go for Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Pink Flame.

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Pink Flame

                

My thoughts on this product:

I find it easy to apply and does not have any "strong" odor or taste unlike other lippies that comes with fruity smell even some with odor that I really don't like. It is also not that "dry-looking" when you apply it on your lips considering it is a matte lipstick. I also like the black tube as its packaging but the cap comes off easily. I'm afraid it might goes off inside my bag and mess up with my things. The lasting power is not that great but will last for 2-3 hours without much drinking and eating. Haha! I drink lots of water that's why I have to reapply every hour or two.

I'm a morena and I'm a bit conservative when it comes to pink lipsticks. But, this shade just made me look young, happy, blooming, and in-love. In short, it goes well with my skin tone.  

Over all, for 120 pesos (on sale, Original Price:155 pesos), this matte lipstick is quite at par with its value. You'll get a decent lipstick with such an affordable price, I guess one of the lowest price you could get for a Matte Lipstick. 

Ever Bilena also offer other shades for their Matte collection and for their other collection of lipsticks.. They also have other cosmetic products such as eyeshadows, eyeliners, mascara, and BB cream among others. (All at a very affordable price!)

Again, I'm no make-up junkie. I'm not a professional make-up blogger so I can't provide you make-up tips and tricks or even professional advice and review about this product. But a little swatch might help you. 

1-2-3
Indoor
Without flash

1-2-3
Indoor
With flash

Before and After
No filter, no effects.
I don't smoke, I never did. But I don't know why my lips are just like that. It really stress me out. 

I once heard, wearing lipstick makes you feel more confident. 
I don't have any make-up here, aside from the lipstick.
Using my iPhone 5 back then front camera.
No filter, no effects.

A Closer Look

Where to buy:

• All leading supermarkets with Beauty Section
• All leading Department Stores
• Watsons

Ever Bilena

Website

 Facebook Fan Page

The Carrot Soap Craze

Carrot Soap has been popular nowadays all over the social networking sites and online markets.

Carrot soap promises a lighter, acne-free skin. It usually contains carrot extract and beta carotene, known as an anti-oxidant and for its anti-ageing properties.

So, to participate in this carrot soap craze, teehee, I bought Organic Carrot by SkinLight, when me and my daughter went to 7-11.

It costs 53 pesos for 2 pieces of 60g bar soap.

Organic Carrot by SkinLight

I started using it last June 18, 2013. I usually take a bath 2-3 times a day and I use this soap for my whole body and face. What I noticed is, my face is not that oily anymore. It is also not as skin-drying and as harsh as Kojic Soap. I'm a kojic user since last year and it really dries my skin. The bar doesn't also melt easily. It's kinda hard unlike Kojic Soap of Beauche and Kojie-San which really melts easily.

In 4 days of using it, that's all I can say for now. I  will update you after 12 more days or so.

How to Know Your Face Shape

Knowing your face shape is very important and can be a little bit tricky.

You have to know your face shape so you will also be able to know what make-up,eyebrow, hairstyle, sunglasses, etc. is suited for you.  Of course unless you're confident enough in whatever you wear or look. 

But me, being the praning, (haha!) I make sure na whatever I buy suits my face shape or even my body shape. Vain huh? Hindi naman masyado. 

So, I want to buy new sunnies and I can't decide what design to buy because I'm worried na if I buy this, I'll look like (insert any person you know. haha!). Or if I chose that design, I'll look like a bumblebee. Hirap maging babae di ba?

Enough of kapraningan, I search Mr. Google how to know my face shape(and what sunglasses suit that kind of shape).

And here's what I found:

I quickly grabbed my phone and took a picture of my face.

I know I don't look pretty in this one. Pero sa ngalan ng kaartehan, ayan na nga ang aking mukha. Haha.

Then I also try this one from makeupandbeauty.com:

1. Top of Your Cheekbone: Rest the tape on the top of your cheekbones, just past the outer corner of your eye. Take the tape to the same point on the other side of your face in a straight line across the bridge of your nose. Note down this length.

2. Jawline: Put the tape on the jawline of your face near the base of your ear. Run the tape along your jawline up to middle of your chin. This is half your jawline length. Multiple the measurement by two to get your jawline length.

3. Forehead: Place one end of the tape on one side of the forehead at the widest point halfway between your eyebrow and the hairline. Run the tape in a straight line to the same point on the opposite side of the face. Note this length.

4. Face Length: Starting at the middle of your hairline, run the measuring tape down your face, over your nose, to the tip of your chin. Note down this length.

Now that you have done the measurements, it is time to determine the shape of your face.

Oval Face Shape: If the length of your face (measurement 4) equals one and a half times the width (measurement 1) you have an oval face.

Round Face Shape: If the length of your face is approximately equal to the width of your face, you have a round face.

Oblong Face Shape: You have an oblong face if your face is longer than it is wide. The difference between this face shape and oval face shape is that an oblong face has more length and less width. The forehead, jaw line, and cheekbone are approximately equal in width.

Heart Face Shape: If your forehead and cheekbones are wider and your jawline is narrow you have a heart-shaped face.

Square Face Shape: If the width of your face is as much as its length but your face has a more angular shape than a round face, then you have a square face.

Triangular Face Shape: This face shape has prominent jaw line and narrow cheekbones and temple.

Here's my measurement:

1. 5" 
2. 4" 
3. 6" 
4. 7.5"

I guess I'm an oval. But I'm still not so sure of it. So, for now, I'll just assume na I'm an oval. Haha!

How about you dolls? What is your face shape? :)

Tiffany Contact Lens from Mikhail Lens Shop

I've just received another parcel today! :)

From Ms. Zerrudo ♡

And as usual, I'm so excited to open it and see what's inside.

Here's what I found:

Tiffany Contact Lens
Skin Food Trial Packs

Tiffany Contact Lens. Another first, huh? :) I usually wore, graded contact lenses since I'm near-sighted. But on those days when I'm not required to read and solve problems on the whiteboard( hehe), I'll definitely wear this one. Plus, the color and designs is super cute! All the pink lovers should definitely try this one. :)

Tiffany Contact Lens plus Lens Case

Tiffany Latte in Pink
I'll post my picture wearing it one of these days. :)

The seller is very accommodating and very friendly. She's from Cavite and can also do meet-ups as long as it's near her place.

Ms. Zerrudo's online shop in Facebook, Mikhail Lens Shop, sells a wide variety of contact lens like COCKTAIL, TIFFANY, SPARKLE, ELITE AND BERRY CONTACT LENSES. All of these brands are imported and manufactured in Korea. Plus, these are all KFDA approved!

How about the price? Mikhail Lens Shop has a very affordable price on all their lenses. Retail will costs around 300 with lens case depending on the brand. They also offer wholesale price for as low as 195/pair(min. of 10 pairs).

So, if you're looking for a shop that will cater your contact lenses need, check out her shop. Trust me, there's lot of designs and colors to choose from. :)

TIFFANY LATTE PINK SPONSORED BY MIKHAIL LENS SHOP

Mikhail Lens Shop

CONTACT PERSON: ARNIE ROSE ZERRUDO

CONTACT NUMBER:0933-189-2824

Skin Food Trial Packs from Shekainah's Stuffs Online

These packs are included on the parcel I received from Ms. Zerrudo. It comes with the Tiffany Contact Lens  that I'll post separately.

Skin Food Trial Packs ♡

I'm a big fan of Skin Food products since they are all chemical-free. Plus, they really do great wonders on your skin.

You can avail these trial packs from, Shekainah's Stuffs Online. It has a wide variety of Skin Food products and other Korean Products, at a very affordable price, both trial pack and full size. She also sells, other products such as Make-ups and KFAD approved contact lenses(see my other post: Tiffany Contact Lens from Mikhail Lens Shop)

I'll post separate reviews on these products once I get to try them. ^_^

SKIN FOOD TRIAL PACKS SPONSORED BY SHEKAINAH'S STUFFS ONLINE

www.facebook.com/CheapYetTrendy

CONTACT PERSON: ARNIE ROSE ZERRUDO

CONTACT NUMBER:0933-189-2824

Human Heart Nature: THERE CAN BE MIRACLES! :)

Today, I chose to make a review about HUMAN HEART NATURE products that I have been using since last year.

I became an ALL-ORGANIC advocate when it comes to beauty products when I saw an articles about PARABENS and all other harmful chemicals than can cause skin irritations, premature aging and breast cancer risk.

I started surfing the net and found HUMAN HEART NATURE. Most organic products are a bit pricey but HHN offers wide arrange of products at affordable prices.

So, what I have with me are:

• Human Heart Nature 100% NATURAL SUNFLOWER BEAUTY OIL

50ml = P129.75
100ml = 249.75

 - According to its label, it can helps lighten dark undereye circles, dark spots and pimple marks, minimize stretchmarks, lighten underarms, adds shine to dull hair, moisturizes the face and body and MORE!

And true to its words, it is indeed a MIRACLE OIL! :) I use it for my pimples, and it easily dries and leave no pimple marks at all, for my hair during those of my bad hair days, my underarm just before I go to sleep. I also use it for my daughter's insect bites and wounds. :)

• Human Heart Nature 100% NATURAL MOISTURIZING DAY FLUID

50ml = P149.75
100ml = P259.75

What I like about this product is it has 15 vitamins and minerals in it. Unlike other moisturizers, this products is very lightweight, non-greasy and does not have strong scent. If you have an oily skin, you can still use this product. Trust me, it is not oily at all for I also have an oily skin. It will really make your skin soft and subtle. the only downside with this is since it is all natural, it does not SPF with it. But then, I still love this product!

• Human Heart Nature 100% NATURAL MOISTURIZING NIGHT CREAM

50ml = P149.75
100ml = 259.75

This night moisturizer is not your any ordinary moisturizer at all. It has plant collagen that according to its label, infuses with skin and help stimulates cells regeneration. Like the day moisturizer, it is also very lightweight and non-greasy. And I super love its smell. You can also use this if you have sensitive skin or oily skin.

Put this after you have cleansed your face before going to sleep and you will definitely wake up with a refreshed healthy glow! It works its magic while you sleep. I can't resist touching my face everytime I wake up (no joke. super soft and subtle ng skin).  :)

MOISTURIZER'S CONSISTENCY

So, Go. Give it a try. You're not just doing your skin a favor but you're also supporting our local products.

Yeah, all of Human Heart Nature Products are not just 100% organic but also 100% Philippine made. :)

For Keeps <3

SOME TIPS:

• At night, after cleansing your face, put the night moisturizer.
• After few minutes, apply the sunflower oil. You can apply it to your whole face or just on those parts where you have pimple or marks. You can also use the oil for your elbow, knees, underarms, stretchmarks, hair and dry lips.( It is super versatile, you can use it anywhere in your body.)
• At day, after cleansing your face, apply the day moisturizer.

Note:

These are all 100% organic, so the shelf-life of these products are relatively short unlike those other moisturizers sold in the market.

WHERE TO BUY: You can avail this products through

• WEBSITE: http://humanheartnature.com
• DEALERS - you can see in their website the complete list of their dealers and their respective address and contact numbers
• BEAUTY BAR. Human Heart Nature products are available in all Beauty Bar outlets. Though, the selection is very limited.

Note: THIS IS NOT A PAID REVIEW.