I am deeply saddened by the fact that I have tons of backlogs. As much as I want to slowly give them attention, workload and academic load always take a lot of time. I need a better system. Something that would keep up on all the things I need and want to do. Priorities should be set, and there are things that need to temporarily take the back seat because more important things need to be done. If only I could ask for additional hours in a day, juggling things to do will be a breeze.

Since I was able to squeeze in some time to blog, here's a review of ELF HD Blush in the shades Superstar and Diva. These blushes are rich in pigmentation, creamy and HD ready. Its formula makes it long wearing since it adheres better to the skin.

Christmas is just a few days away! Are you done shopping for gifts? I know most of you are but for some who still struggle to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones (like me!), let me share some gift ideas that your female friends and relatives would be happy to receive. 

SKIN CARE

Godiva Natural Skin Care

Nivea UV Whitening Serum and Nivea Deep Cleansing Foam

Gluta-C Intense Whitening

Moringa-O

Nutox Oxyfusion Mini Travel Kit

HEALTH

AVON Life Boost Natur-E, Defense-C and Calci-Plus and AVON Life Glow White Tea

Digestics ConstipAid

ACCESSORIES

Avon Festive Decoration 6-pc Earring Set

OPS! Objects Pois Bracelet

MAKE UP AND MAKEUP TOOLS

Please don't get mad if I'll be sharing a lot!

K-Palette Real Lasting Eyeliner

It doesn't matter if it is pencil or liquid, your friend or relative will surely be happy to get this!

ELF HD Blushes

Get these blushes for only Php168 each at www.theprimppad.com!

Glory of New York Eyeshadow Palette

To be sure, get the neutrals!

Etude House Cupcake All Over Color

Cheek and lip tint in one!

Avon Ultra Color Lipsticks

Make sure to get Knockout Pink!

Soffia Makeup Brushes

These brushes are LOVE! If you plan to give Soffia brushes to your friends, can I be your closest friend? :)

MakeupHolics Blending Sponge

This is currently on sale for only Php150.00! Visit MakeupHOLICS on Facebook for more details.

Beauty and Minerals Brush Guards

If I continue posting all my gift suggestions, this post won't end! I hope this could somehow help you in getting the perfect and the best gifts for your loved ones! :) We're friends, right? Can I request for a gift? Kidding! :) 

Happy holidays, everyone! :)

I know, I know. I was missing for a week. My schedules were pretty hectic that I was not allowed to squeeze in a post. Good thing, in just a few days time, I'll have a short-term break which means I would have time to try new products, take photos and draft posts! Before I really get excited with that very short term break, let me share to you some of the products I am so excited to try.

These ELF products were from The Primp Pad, an online shop that offers ELF Cosmetics as low as Php168.00. MakeUpLove and The Primp Pad collaborated for a giveaway! Click HERE to join!

I have heard good things about the ELF HD Blushes. They are said to give lasting pigmentation that looks very natural. They can be used as a lip stain too. The shades may be too overwhelming but with proper blending, it would sure give a natural-looking flush. (Php168 each)

A smokey eye in a breeze! That was my initial thought on the ELF Eyeliner & Shadow Stick in Smoke Black. It is a dual ended pen that has a shadow stick on one end and an eyeliner on the other. Honestly, I am bit apprehensive on trying this since most shadows sticks I have tried don't perform as good but let's give this a benefit of the doubt it deserves. (Php168.00)

www.theprimppad.com

I can't wait to play with these babies and a whole lot more beautiful things waiting to be played with! My newly-purchased camera will also be here soon and that doubles the excitement. Yehey! Dear term break, can you please come sooner? :)

Before I forget, if you still haven't joined MakeUpLove x The Primp Pad giveaway, please click the link and join. It will end on the 31st of October! :) Good luck! :)

*The following products were sent for review and feature purposes. 

When I was starting to collect makeup, e.l.f was one of the brands I frequented. I love how most of its products work good given that each is just sold for around $1 to $3 in the US. e.l.f. is available locally, through malls and online shops, but the prices would be around Php100 to Php300. Yes, it is still affordable given that the local prices include all the shipping, customs and blah blah fees but if you're aware on how cheap it is in the US, you would also want to just purchase it there. 

But there's no need to go to the US nor bug your US-based relatives and friends to get your e.l.f. fix! The Primp Pad found a way to sell e.l.f. products on prices that are almost similar to its actual and are way lower compared to other shops. The $1 e.l.f. products are just sold by The Primp Pad for only Php68.00 while the $3 products are just Php168.00. Impossible as it may seem, but The Primp Pad is about selling products on low margin to boost sales. More practical, right?

I know you're itching to head over to www.theprimppad.com and start shopping but the goodness of The Primp Pad doesn't end there!  ONE lucky reader will get one e.l.f. Eyeshadow Compact in Smoky, e.l.f. 3-pc Eyeliner Set and e.l.f. 3-pc Shiny Gloss Set courtesy of The Primp Pad!

Just follow the mechanics on the rafflecopter below to join.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

NOTES:

1. The giveaway is open for PHILIPPINE residents only.

2. This will run from October 14, 2013 to October 31, 2013 at exactly 12 midnight.

3. The winner will be announced through a blogpost, will be contacted via email and will be given 48 hours to respond. Failure to do so will result to drawing 

4. Prizes will be shipped directly to winner for FREE by yours truly.

For more information, visit www.theprimppad.com and follow The Primp Pad on Facebook. 

Good luck, my loves!

Ever since I started working full-time, I barely have time to play with my colorful eyeshadows. I don't have enough time to pile up colors on my lids given that I only have around 10 to 15 minutes to do my entire mug. With this as my everyday scenario, you can't blame me if I resort to using my neutrals most of the time which I just amp up with hints of colors once in a while. In this tutorial, I'll be showing you one of the many ways I insert colors in my neutrals. Expect more of these kind of neutral-with-a-hint-of-color type of tutorials!

For me, orange (and red and yellow and pink) eyeshadows are very tricky to play with. I have been putting on makeup for years now but I haven't really used orange eyeshadows that much. Let us just put it this way -- I just don't know what colors would look good with orange. I don't have a creative eye that's why I consider combining colors to be one of my weaknesses.

Honestly, I was a bit apprehensive in using the Virginia Olsen Minerals eyeshadow in Flame. It was so vibrant that one wrong move will eventually ruin my entire eye makeup. Since I believe that any color works good with brown shades, I tried using it as my main lid color and the turn out was just perfect! I was even told that this look is perfect for weddings. Do you think so? :)

START:

Skip the foundation first since we are working with loose eyeshadow.

1. Prime the eyes. -- This will help intensify the color of the eyeshadows and will make the eye makeup last longer.

2. Apply a white cream base to further intensify the colors that we will be using. Spread evenly all throughout the lids. -- Cream-based primers/bases will also help in the adherence of the powder eyeshadow onto the lids.

3. Pat on an orange (or any color) eyeshadow on the inner 3/4 of the lids. -- Pat not swipe! This method will ensure that the powder eyeshadow will adhere to the cream base. Don't worry if it looks messy at this point, we will be blending it afterwards.

4. Apply a dark brown eyeshadow on the outer 1/4 of the lids.

5. Carefully blend the dark brown eyeshadow going to the inner part. Follow the crease of your eyes. -- If needed, you may add more color.

6. Continue blending to get rid of the harsh lines. -- At this point, the eye makeup should look something like this.

7. Brush the same orange eyeshadow on the lower lashline. Line the outer half of the eyes with the same dark brown eyeshadow. -- Lining the outer half of the lower lashline will help making the eyes look bigger.

8. Thinly line the eyes with a black gel or liquid eyeliner. -- As much as possible, avoid dramatic looking eyeliners since we want the pop of color to be the highlight of the look.

9. Line the upper and lower rims of the eyes with a black kohl eyeliner. -- Doing such will make the eyelashes appear fuller.

10. Curl lashes and apply mascara.

Optional: Put on false eyelashes!

11. Redefine eyebrows.

12. Highlight browbones and inner corners of the eyes with a matte white eyeshadow.

13. Apply foundation.

14. Contour cheekbones and nose bridge.

15. Pat on a light pink blush.

16. Complete the look with a nude pink/peach lipstick. 

DONE!

I love how simple this look is with just a hint of color. You can do this look with any color of your choice, may it be pink, violet or even green! I am thinking of doing this exact same look with red as the maid lid color. Hmmm.

PRODUCTS USED:

Face

Revlon PhotoReady Foundation in Natural Beige -- doubled up as concealer.

Maybelline Clear Smooth All In One Shine Free Cake Powder in Sand Beige

ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzer duo

Eyes

Wet n' Wild Ultimate Brow Kit

ELF Eyelid Primer

LA Colors Jumbo Eye Pencil in Sea Shells

Virginia Olsen Minerals eyeshadow in Flame -- www.virginiaolsen.com

brown eyeshadow in the NYX 10-Color Eyeshadow Palette in Mysterious Brown Eyes -- stuffinstyle.multiply.com

Karite Gel Liner -- bornprettystore.com

Artdeco All In One Mascara

false eyeslashes from Kingking Manalo

Lips

Estee Lauder Signature Lipstick in Venetian Rose

Brushes

Charm Pro Makeup Brush Set -- beautyandminerals.com

*For reviews of the products used in this tutorial, please see the archives or the tags on the right side!

What can you say about this look? Stay tuned for more tutorials!