And January has passed us by like a ship in the night. Now it's really sinking in that time flies.
So I have a few favorites this month which I have just been reaching out for in my vanity. Some new some old but all well-loved at the moment.
1.29.2016
Max Factor Creme Puff Blush in Seductive Pink
I have been lemming for the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blushes for a good long time now. But I just couldn't justify spending a pretty penny when I can have something of a similar ilk from Maxfactor.
1.24.2016
What’s In My Travel Makeup Bag?
This year, if plans are set in place. I might be going out of the country. So I don't think planning what I'll be bringing with me for travel is a bad thing, right?
Of course everything is subject to change when I get new products or really analyzing what will be more suitable to lug along when I'm travelling. But this is what is currently am planning on bringing.
Paring down was hard, let me just say that now. As stereotypical as it may seem What if's just keep popping in my head. What if I'll need something long-lasting? Something more moisturizing? More photo-friendly?
But basically I just thought of the products which I just rely on a regular basis which are just what one needs when they're away from the comfort of their vanity table.
1.20.2016
Snoe Slim Shade Me Face Sculpting Cake in Peanut
This is probably that one product that has been sitting in my mental wishlist for over a year which I keep checking every time I pass by the booth but always hesitated to actually purchase. And it really should've been picked up earlier.
Price: P799
Description:
Want great bone structure? Slim Shade Me Face Sculpting Cake lets you create them instantly, easily and over time– permanently! This powder is especially tinted and formulated to enhance natural bone structure, sculpt contours into the face and correct your face shape so you can look like you were born with great cheekbones or the perfect nose, anytime!
1.16.2016
Etude House Soft Touch Auto Lip Liner Review
Lip liners. Never really got into them. Until now that is.
Description:
Auto dispense pencil comes in multiple shades to create a lip boundary with soft texture and fine line application for elegant, uniform expression.
Price: P98
Net Content: 0.2g
1.15.2016
Makeup Melange #1 Bright and Minimal
I have tried and failed to keep up with a series on the blog, so hoping that the new Navigation bar will motivate me, I'm going to do the best I can.
Makeup Melange is basically my current makeup look or a look I'm trying out for the moment, think of it as a sporadic Makeup of the Day. So this'll be a simple post of what I'm just currently wearing and some thoughts of the products on the side.
I was in a light and airy mood today, since I've just been obsessed with eye liner whenever I wear glasses. So on the days I don't wear glasses, I put the liner down. and opted for a more subtle but defined look.
1.10.2016
Loving Local Beauty Brands and Investing in Every Product
What is with people and imported brands? What is wrong with loving local brands? Does it really differ or do Filipinos really think that locally made products just cannot compete or are inferior to the foreign counterparts?
If you have been a loyal reader from way back when my blog was named The Secret Beauty Geek, I have basically founded the blog with the intention on reviewing Asian brands, specifically, Korean brands which I do love even now. Eventually I ventured to Western brands, Japanese brands and since last year, local brands.
After much thought and becoming less devil may cry with money, especially now that I'm earning and paying for everything with my hard earned cash, I have really come to a point where every purchase is becoming an investment rather than an impulse. Calculating everything in my head from expiration date to longevity of usefulness. Let's face it, beauty products aren't exactly essential. So I'd like to get a bang for my buck. So right now it's not so glamorous to be pre-ordering for US or UK branded products. Though I think I may be investing in something of that sort soon. Knowing that it is a hassle to get out of work and deposit money in the bank, it really is just a pain. I'm just looking for things that I can easily find in local boutiques and malls where I don't think I'll panic when I run out of. So there came my transition to local products.
Some might argue that they are kind of pricey when compared to more wallet friendly imported brands, but from what I've tested, they are well worth the price. Truly. They have come so far and are just under our noses. So why look outside the country when we can look from within?
With the appearance of good quality home grown brands in the market now, they're honestly giving foreign brands a run for their money. Happy Skin, Snoe, Carmen Claire, Pink Sugar are all considerably young brands which will have much much ahead of them in the long-run, But I'd willingly invest in their products knowing that I'm supporting the economy and there'll be a variation of supply in the market.
I'm not saying I'll be fully switching to local, there are brands out there which I believe are truly worth the investment but I'm also saying that what you're looking for might just be nearby.
If you have been a loyal reader from way back when my blog was named The Secret Beauty Geek, I have basically founded the blog with the intention on reviewing Asian brands, specifically, Korean brands which I do love even now. Eventually I ventured to Western brands, Japanese brands and since last year, local brands.
After much thought and becoming less devil may cry with money, especially now that I'm earning and paying for everything with my hard earned cash, I have really come to a point where every purchase is becoming an investment rather than an impulse. Calculating everything in my head from expiration date to longevity of usefulness. Let's face it, beauty products aren't exactly essential. So I'd like to get a bang for my buck. So right now it's not so glamorous to be pre-ordering for US or UK branded products. Though I think I may be investing in something of that sort soon. Knowing that it is a hassle to get out of work and deposit money in the bank, it really is just a pain. I'm just looking for things that I can easily find in local boutiques and malls where I don't think I'll panic when I run out of. So there came my transition to local products.
Some might argue that they are kind of pricey when compared to more wallet friendly imported brands, but from what I've tested, they are well worth the price. Truly. They have come so far and are just under our noses. So why look outside the country when we can look from within?
With the appearance of good quality home grown brands in the market now, they're honestly giving foreign brands a run for their money. Happy Skin, Snoe, Carmen Claire, Pink Sugar are all considerably young brands which will have much much ahead of them in the long-run, But I'd willingly invest in their products knowing that I'm supporting the economy and there'll be a variation of supply in the market.
I'm not saying I'll be fully switching to local, there are brands out there which I believe are truly worth the investment but I'm also saying that what you're looking for might just be nearby.