Hello, Hallimede: July 2016

Review + Swatches: Matte in Detail

Note: I create title banner on Canva

Hello, readers!

Beauty industry keeps on innovating. Local or international. New products and brands keep on coming that can be the next big thing. With that, let me share this brand that I discover recently. They have a stall at Victory Mall that I passed by long time ago but never had the chance to check their products.

And do you know that I bought their liquid lipstick at a very discounted price? Fat chance. I was on my way to Katipunan for Enhance workshop (read here) when I decided to drop by at Farmer's Plaza in Cubao. They are the distributor of other brand such as City Color Cosmetics, Sleek Makeup and a lot more. You know how I adore talking to saleslady, can't recall if it's Jane or Jen but nonetheless, she was very friendly and polite.

Matte in Detail

First off, the packaging is very simple. A matte black cover with clear tube that contains the product. As for the shade, what you see is what you get. And also, this is way smaller than the usual size.

Just like other liquid lipstick, it has doe-foot applicator.

It has a melon scent. I don't know if I'd be happy about it or what but based from my previous experience, the more they try to cover the original scent of the product means the more chemical it has. I think, without the melon scent and so, it has a strong chemical scent like ELF liquid lipstick (the very reason I never had their lippies but other products are great!)

D1 Samantha - a warm brown shade that can be comparable to Colourpop Beeper but somehow lighter. Also this is a great dupe for Kylie Lip Kit in True Brown K.

D5 Loth - a darker version of Krysle. My bad, don't have words to describe it. Basta nude siya, be. Somehow similar to NYX Suede Sandstorm.

D15 Krysle - perfect nude for everyone, however, it varies on the skin tone of the person wearing the lipstick. Great dupe for NYX Lingerie collection since it is not yet available in the Philippines.

Swatches? Please take note that I'm medium to dark skin tone so these swatches will be different to fair skin.

Left to right: Krsyle D15, Loth D5, Samantha D1

Formula? Compare to others, this one is very light and I'm loving it! It glides smoothly and effortless though with Samantha, it tends to be patchy at some areas. Also, the more you apply the product on the lips, it gets sticky. So less is more.

It cost me P 337.25 for the three of them since it is 50% off but originally, each item costs P 225.00. Not bad, right? Cheap but with great quality.

Pros:

- smells good

- very affordable

- lightweight and travel friendly

- not drying on the lips

- matte and non-transferable

- wide variety of shades

Cons:

- small amount of product

- the smell (because of my conclusion)

For more info about the product and brand, check their website: https://cosmetix.ph/ or you can follow the on Facebook or Instagram <3 They're having sale and promo now!

Have you tried their products? Share your thoughts on the comment box!

No comments

, by Awa

beauty

Enhance Cosmetics Make-up Workshop

Hello, beauty junkie!

I am very excited to share this post!

Includes the Certificate of Attendance and Guide for Basic Makeup

Last July 16, I attended Enhance Cosmetics Makeup Workshop in Katipunan Ave. Their ads about the workshop has been on my Instagram feed for quite some time and the brand was always mentioned by Michelle Dy on some of her vlogs so I decided to check on them. I was a bit giddy during that day since it's my first time attending a workshop and insecurities flooded my system because I don't have much makeup stuff (except for lipsticks) and I am not a makeup artist but passion is passion so here we go.

I arrived one and half hour earlier because 1) I'm not familiar with the place. 2) Traffic jam is everywhere. 3) I hate being late. 4) Too excited.

The owner of Enhance Cosmetics, Antonette Stephanie Yu was our instructor during the workshop. They're very friendly and approachable. We we're given basic introduction to makeup such as the primers, foundation, contour, blush, eyeshadow and more. A handout was given so we can learn more at home, at the same time, to practice. Practice makes perfect. They also taught us how to use each brush included on our set and proper application. It was very fun! I also get the chance to meet lovely ladies and beauty enthusiast like me. By the way, I don't have much photo during the event because I'm very busy listening and learning. Also chit-chatting with the girls on our table. Haha!

Note: It's all about basic makeup. If you're more on the advance or expert level, I would not recommend this kind of workshop.

Here are the goodies included on the workshop:

88 Eyeshadow Palette

Shining, shimmering, splendid! <3

10 Blush Palette

Perfect for all skin tone

15 pc Brush Set

Perfect for beginners

Here's the only photo I got from the workshop. I'm with the girls on our table.

If you want to learn more about basic makeup and stuff, join the Enhance Cosmetics workshop or any workshop you prefer. Just be careful and make sure it's legit.

Have you been to a workshop? Share your experience on the comment section!

1 comments

, by Awa

beauty

Feature of the Week: Maybelline Eye+Lip Makeup Remover

No comments

, by Awa

beauty

Everyday Make-up

Hello, dear!

We're already on the first week of July and that means we are on the second quarter of the year. Time flies so fast! And I'm on my fourth month of being (f)unemployed and nearly broke but happy.

Today, I'll be sharing how I do my everyday makeup. It is very simple and wouldn't take so much of your time but before that, let me share this to you. I've been going out lately without wearing any powder or foundation because I am confident with my face.

For the past months, I realized how important it is to cleanse, moisturize and hydrate your face. With the help of skin care products from Korea, people started to notice the natural glow on my face. If you are like me who are contented with water (before), it's about time for you to create your own beauty regimen. And trust me, you'll definitely love the result!

Okay, so let's start. Here's a photo of myself without makeup.

My brows in the photo are properly done. The right side look a bit darker due to lighting. For the eyebrow, I used EB Eyebrow Pencil in Medium Brown to outline and NYX Eyebrow Powder to fill in. Maybelline Hypercurl mascara is the only item I have at the moment. Too bad my eyelashes are very thin that's why it is not visible in the photo.

On a regular basis, I use Maybelline powder but it was missing so I used EB Advance Foundation stick for light coverage only.

Note: I did not use any powder.

Then blush and lipstick. I choose LA Girl Matte Pigment Gloss in Fleur and EB Cheek Color in Fig for my blush.

I also used It's Skin lip balm in Strawberry to make sure that my lips are soft and hydrated.

AND TADAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!

For some reason, I don't know why the photo did not bring justice to my eyebrows. Ha-ha!

All items that I used in this blog post are affordable and available nationwide.

- EB Advance Eyebrow Pencil in Medium Brown

- NYX Eyebrow Powder in Brunette

- Maybelline Hypercurl Mascara

- EB Advance Foundation Stick

- EB Cheek Color in Fig

- LA Girl Matte Finish Pigment Gloss in Fleur

It only took me less than 10 minutes to complete this look. I go for light makeup everyday except if we had an event or gathering. Honestly, I don't know how to apply eyeshadown but still in the process of learning. Soon, I can do that smokey eye.

How long does it takes you to complete your everyday look?