Do you know that bacteria and germs can actually grow on your makeup and cosmetic tools? They sneak their way in whenever we use our hands in applying makeup, double dipping our brushes in the product, sharing makeup with others, and keeping used and dirty brushes and tools. Let us admit it, germs and bacteria are everywhere that controlling them can seem impossible…
Read moreWe have been so used with the usual formulations of lipsticks -- wax and liquid -- that we didn't even think that having it in a powder was possible. But yes, it is possible. A few months ago, L'Oreal introduces its very first powder lipstick in the beauty market, the L'Oreal Tint Caresse . Dubbed as the future of lipstick, L'Oreal Tint Caresse…
Read moreWe, women, have to fight our own monthly battles. Some experience intolerable muscle cramps while there are some who have to deal with heavy flow. As for me, I consider myself to experience whatever lie in between these two. Normal, I would call it. My everyday routine does not have to change because of my period but there's one thing I totally hate about it -- …
Read moreA few days ago, I posted this photo on my Instagram page (@jesroque) with the caption, "I can live with just defined brows and a good amount of SPF." And with all honesty, this is the look I groove with lately -- brows and smooth, glowing matte skin. No blush, no contour, no whatever. It takes me just 10 minutes to whip this look, with the 9 minutes of i…
Read moreWhen I was starting playing with makeup, it was the eyeliner part that I dreaded the most. The first one I got back then, well that was roughly 7 years ago, was a dip type. It was a struggle, I tell you. The brush felt stiff and the application was a horror. I couldn't seem to find the best way to use it. That thing between me and dip liners ran for n number o…
Read moreContouring can be tricky. If you do it correctly, you will sure accentuate the features of your face in just a few swipes. But a wrong mix of a not-so-good product and improper application can make your entire mug look muddy. I am not, in any way, a contour pro but I think I do it decently. All thanks to the products I use, and my huge face, because they make co…
Read moreFact: Revlon Photoready Liquid Foundation was one of the first few foundations I tried and loved when I ventured into makeup and beauty blogging. It was in 2011 and boy, that was almost 5 years ago! Fast forward to today, with advanced technologies and innovations, Revlon recently released the new and improved Revlon Photoready Airbrush Effect . The Revlon …
Read moreThere will be times, despite you trying to be an intelligent consumer, that you will just give in to your impulse. That even if you already have tons in your stash, in different color, type, brand and texture, you will still find an excuse to add more to your collection. This becomes way easier if the product that sparks your interest fits your budget. I have a …
Read moreStaying power and texture are two of the things I require for a lipstick to possess. Let us admit it, for the longest time, a tube can only have only one of those attributes. You want the color to stay for long hours? Make sure you're ready to bear with the dryness of your lips come the first hours of application. You like something that glides on smoothly and m…
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