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give away.... soon!

2012-08-20T06:49:00.000-07:00

Hello ladies! I am such a lazy as* lately. I honestly have some free time to update this blog but I failed. I feel like I am a total mess right now. Preoccupied. Disorganized. But I'm glad I still managed to keep my spirits up! I know I am not alone in this kind of situation. Anyway! Please don't mind me being so melodramatic

The GOOD NEWS is... I will be doing a GIVE AWAY soon! Stay tuned ladies!

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KAZIE

GIFTS from Norway & Recent Haul

2012-08-03T04:04:00.001-07:00

My Aunt Connie from Norway arrived for a vacation. My eyes widened when she handed me her pasalubong! I did not expect this! It is soooo pretty and I really really really LOVE it!

THANK YOU SO MUCH AUNTIE CONNIE!

pretty eyelashes and french look nails...

each pair of eyelashes comes with an eyelash glue..

now it reminds me of my BF Rolly. He would rather give me cosmetics than flowers. He knows me well. Haha. Anyway. I am just too thankful for all these wonderful stuffs from Norway. No words could ever describe how happy I am.

I've been buying stuffs but I rarely blog about them. Now I am taking this opportunity to share to you what I recently got.

Maybelline Hyper Curl Volum' Express Waterproof
250php
since my HBC Mascara dried up after 3 months, I bought another mascara from my favorite brand. I've heard good reviews on this mascara.

IN2IT Waterproof Eye Colour Set
in SUEDES
300php
Got really confused. I asked for an EYEBROW KIT and the IN2IT Sales Lady gave me this. I was in a hurry that time that I did not bother to check the label. When I got home, I was like "WTH!!" They gave me just an eyeshadow set. I checked other blogs and the packaging is really different from what I got. Alright fine! I don't really want to waste my money so I tested on my eyebrow. But I'm quite impressed. This is good.. and I am currently lovin it!..**tee hee hee hee..**

AIDO Classic Make up Kit
100php

eyeshadow and blushes with clear lip gloss

MAC VIVA GLAM NICKI

1000php

and the lipstick that I have been eyeing for ever since I saw this on MAC Cosmetics website. I've waited for this to finally arrive in PH, especially in CEBU and oh yeah its finally here.. Check this out at MAC Cosmetics at Rustans Ayala Cebu.

Reviews soon!!!!

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KAZIE

Shen's Addiction Celeteque DermoScience GIVE AWAY!

2012-06-13T05:13:00.003-07:00

Win the Skin Care You Want! | Celeteque DermoScience Giveaway

To join, please click the link below for the instructions

Win the Skin Care You Want! | Celeteque DermoScience Giveaway

Good luck everyone!

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KAZIE

Short Review: Nyx Round Lip Gloss

2012-06-12T05:42:00.000-07:00

I am not really a Lip Gloss person. But as a makeup enthusiast, exploring makeup means not to limit ourselves in buying things we don't feel like having or using. (-_-)

Nyx Lip Gloss. The colors are awesome.

NYX ROUND LIPGLOSS in

Soap Opera Queen, Doll Pink,, Pinky Natural and Ballerina Pink

Swatches

Overall,

* Staying power is okay. (3-4 hours)

* Affordable.

* Available (thru multiply)

* Love the cute packaging.

* I like doe foot applicators because they make application easier. They also make gloss look better on the lips than other applicators.

* I like the scent.

Rating:

7/10

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KAZIE

Swatches: Nyx Round Lipstick in Perfect and Eros

2012-06-11T23:57:00.000-07:00

Ola everyone!

EROS

Red. Sexy. Hot. with a hint of shimmers on it.

PERFECT

prefectly nude

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KAZIE

Short Review: Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer

2012-06-11T23:42:00.003-07:00

Urban Decay Eye Primer Potion? Too Faced Shadow Insurance?

These two primers are I believed to be the Best Eye Primers widely used by makeup enthusiasts.

How about the price?

and here comes ETUDE HOUSE Proof 10 Eye Primer...

Product info

see the difference?

this eye primer is AMAZING! For 298 pesos, rest assured that your eyeshadow is crease-free and vibrant! Staying power is awesome and easy to apply/blend. I am just so happy I found an affordable eye primer that works really well.

Rating:

10/10

yes, a perfect score! (-_-)

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KAZIE

Short Review: ELF Natural Radiance Blusher in Bronzed & Shy

2012-06-11T21:18:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone!

Whew! Finally, I'm back! To give some quick reviews on make up and stuffs. A lot of things to review, a little time to write about it. But yeah! I'll do my best anyway. Hopefully my reviews could help you decide whether to buy the product or not.

To start with, here's my review on:

ELF Natural Radiance Blusher in Bronzed & Shy

Natural Radiance Blusher

Exquisite, delicate, pigment that makes cheeks radiant combined with a healthy-looking glow. Infused with texturizing agents, skin feels smooth and pores are minimised.

Directions

Gently slide cover backwards over busher compartment to open. To Apply: Brush e.l.f. professional blush brush gently over powder, tap excess powder off brush and blend into apples of cheek.

Net weight: 0.07oz (2g)

Simple packaging and I find it really hard to open sometimes.
But anyway! I'm not really particular to packaging, what matters is the quality of the product. (-_-)

SHY
It is a soft, pale baby-pink shade, with the tiniest hint of shimmer and gives a really subtle wash of colour

BRONZED
Prefect summer glow! But you really need to use a light hand for this to avoid overdoing it. Perfect for Medium-Warm skintone. =)

SWATCHES

Overall,
*This blush is very affordable. It's only 129.75
* Pigmented
* Love the colors (im planning to buy the other shades..)
* Great for Makeup for Starters.
* As I've mentioned, packaging is not that great but its really okay.
* Staying power is okay. You need to retouch 3-4 hours after.
* Available LOCALLY.

I think they are now changing the packaging. If you check their main website, I could no longer find this blush. And I could see new items to look forward to. I haven't checked their counters lately, but I will soon.
*FINGERS CROSSED*

Rating:
7/10

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KAZIE

SWATCHES: Nyx Round Lipstick in Doll & Tea Rose

2012-05-13T06:42:00.000-07:00

Hello Ladies! You'll surely love these shades.. Enjoy!

DOLL

I find it hard to describe. It's like Pink mixed with brown undertone. Somethin like that! Haha..

Oh my.. Oh my.. This shade really looks sophisticated...

TEA ROSE

my fave lippy... This is good for everyday wear.. Totally wearable!

It looks natural with a bit of pink on it... The shade is just too pretty..

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KAZIE

Short Review: Amuse 6 Colors Blush Palette

2012-05-08T06:35:00.001-07:00

Remember my Haul post

Haul: Amuse eyeshadow & blush palette, Jordana, Amuse & LA Colors Brushes ?

After 6 months of using the Amuse 6 Colors Blush Palette, I think this is the right time to do a review of it.

There are actually 2 palettes for you to choose from. What made me decide to get this is the Orange Blush. <3

SWATCHES

(upper part)

(bottom part)

Product info

These blushes are awesome! I love the colors and it is very pigmented. Staying power is definitely a two thumbs up! Quite impressed with the quality of these blushes. To think that I only bought this at CherryCulture for only $3.99. Affordable right? Isn't it amazing, you get good quality product at a very affordable price! But this is not available in the PH market.

Rating:

10/10

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KAZIE

Busy Life

2012-04-29T07:41:00.003-07:00

You probably wondered why I was in "Silent Mode" for a month now. I was soooo busy with my cousin's wedding. One of my hobbies is paper craft and a little of designing stuff for weddings and birthdays. My cousin knew what I am capable of, so my family volunteered that we will take care of the Wedding Invitations & Give aways...

to cut a long story short.. The wedding was successful! Thanks God!

Just want to share some photos of the wedding..

also.. I'm planning to create a blog on paper crafts and stuff.. something DIY wedding/birthday blog.. Watch out for it! Soon!

Short Review: Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in Tulip Pink

2012-03-18T07:14:00.000-07:00

I know I haven't touched my blog for a long long time. I'm super duper busy. I miss my blog and everyone's review.

Anyway!.. Remember my Mini Singapore Haul post? I bought this in SG and it was my big brother who chose this shade for me. I always love his opinion - from a man's standpoint. A cool brother right?

RIMMEL MOISTURE RENEW LIPSTICK in Tulip Pink

love the packaging... so cute!

swatch. swatch. swatch.

I'm not really a fan of shimmer lipstick. But I have to admit. I'm lovin this lipstick. It moisturuzes my lips and it is long lasting.

I used this last January 29 (the city of naga, cebu took me as their Prime Sinulog Festival Queen) . I am just so impressed how it stayed their for more than 4 hours. This is actually what happened..

yes.. street dancing..

love the color..

Rating:

10/10

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KAZIE

Short Review: EOS LIP BALM

2012-01-31T00:13:00.000-08:00

EOS LIP BALM (summer fruit)

Product info from the website:

http://evolutionofsmooth.com/products_lip_sphere.html

Can a lip balm make you smile? We think so. That's why we invented this one.
    Long-lasting moisture
    Shea butter & vitamin E
    Smoothes on clear
    New smooth sphere precisely glides on to lips
    Twist-off top
    Gluten-free
    Paraben-free
    Petrolatum-free
    Phthalate-free

eos lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.

Directions
Twist off top. Pucker up. Smooth on. Smile.

Product Ingredients
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Beeswax (Cire D'abeille)*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Natural Flavor, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)*, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract*, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract*, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract*, Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract*, Linalool. * Organic. Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.

NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS

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Michelle Phan and other popular youtube make up gurus and popular artists like Ed Westwick, Apl de Ap, Evan Rachel Wood, Kayla Ewell, Kellan Lutz, Keisha were using this product.

It's really amazing how this thing works - especially on my dry lips.

What I like about this product:

* It moisturizes my lips.

* It's not sticky.

* it's 100% natural.

* my lips is so soft and smooth.

* It tastes good (6 flavors to choose from)

* Love the cute packaging. It is handy.

* No more dry lips.

Cons:

You need to re-apply this balm. It won't really last that long.

Rating:

9/10

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KAZIE

SWATCHES: Nyx Round Lipstick PARIS & NARCISSUS

2012-01-23T08:34:00.000-08:00

i love PARIS!

Pretty pink with blue undertones..

I think this is similar to Barbie's lippy.. Hehe.. =)

Bright Light Pink.

Whenever I wear this, I feel like I'm Nicki Minaj.

Hahaha..

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KAZIE

SINULOG 2012

2012-01-22T06:30:00.000-08:00

FUN! COLORFUL! THE BEAT! STREET DANCING! PARTY!

Hugely celebrated by us, Cebuanos. The most famous festival and the grandest in the Philippines in honor of the miraculous image of the Santo Niño.

PIT SENYOR!

my auntie Ofel!

the crowd...

So, okay! talking about makeup again (uh oh!...) LOL. (^.^)

In times like this. You really need a makeup that lasts all day.
That could withstand heat and sweat. And oh! Don't forget to use SUNBLOCK!

a neutral makeup look..

my outfit.. ooh.. stolen shot... hekhek

I use the following products . . .

(sorry.. I forgot to include other products in this photo..)

FACE:

Celeteque Sun Care Matte Moisturizer

Skin White Face Cream Powder (Light Beige)

Revlon Colorstay Foundation in BUFF

EYES:

Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer

SanSan Waterproof Eyeliner Pen (Black)

SanSan Waterproof Mascara (Black)

Nyx Eye Pencil (Dark Brown)

LA COLORS Eyeshadow

CHEEKS:

Ever Bilena Mousse Blush On in Aster
ELF Natural Radiance Blusher in Shy

LIPS:

Nyx Round Lipstick in Louisiana

I super duper love Revlon Colorstay Foundation! Imagine, from 10am to 10pm (12 hours) foundation still intact when I arrived home (no retouch! ever!).(^-^)

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KAZIE

SWATCHES: Nyx Round Lipstick MARGARITA & INDIAN PINK

2012-01-21T07:07:00.001-08:00

soft coral pink or peachy lippy with gold frost..

bright coral pink/orange with frost finish...

more swatches... soon...

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KAZIE

Haul: HBC beauty products

2012-01-18T06:08:00.000-08:00

Beauty bloggers are raving HBC's affordable products.

So last December, I visited their shop to check the items.

Yey! I was so lucky! They were on Sale! So I got these...

so there you have it!

Reviews soon!

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KAZIE

Short Review: Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash

2011-12-29T08:15:00.000-08:00

PIMPLES. This is my favorite facial wash to get rid of it the soooooonest! Yeah. We all do hate breakouts! Urgh! Pimples pop out due to stress or when I am exposed to dirt and when I didn't get enough sleep. *sigh*

PRODUCT INFO:

I have combination/oily skin. T-zone area tends to get so oily in the middle of the day. So getting those excess oil is needed. Good thing I found this product at Duty Free Philippines (SM CEBU). 177ml for $10. It took me 5 months to consume it all up. I usually use this before going to bed and I use my Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser in the morning. So when pimples attack, this product does a good job in fighting those disgusting pimples! I noticed how my pimples dried out the next day. It gets rid of acne and clears my skin gradually. It also leaves my skin feeling new, clean, and fresh as well. I can feel my skin tightens after using it.

Well.. just a little warning though. This facial wash could dry out your skin. So moisturizer is needed after using this. And moreover, this product is not suitable for people who have dry skin. This review is based on what I have experienced. Probably this product won't work on others. I've read reviews on this product over the net and most people would not recommend this product.

Rating: 7/10

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KAZIE

Short Review: Maybelline Clear Smooth Shine Free Face Powder in Honey

2011-12-28T06:03:00.000-08:00

My fave face powder ever! I always bring this with me (a must in my make up kit..).

PRODUCT INFO:

* Lasting Oil Control*

I have Combination/Oily Skin. This powder does a great job in absorbing/controlling oil. It's oil free!

* Silky Smooth Texture*

My skin is noticeably smooth and flawless. It is very pigmented.It won't clog pores.
No break-outs for me!

* UV protection SPF18*

extra protection to my skin. Yay!

*Packaging*

durable!

Available locally. You can even find this in grocery stores.. (though, you cannot test them out... it would be best to check this product on Maybelline Counters at SM Dept Store.. they have samples and sometimes, they are on sale.. hehehe) Sorry I forgot the price really.. I think it's 199 pesos only? Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Rating:

9/10

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KAZIE

SWATCHES: NYX Round Lipstick FIG & PURE RED

2011-12-28T03:22:00.000-08:00

FIG

a pretty pinkish/coral color and looks really nice on my fair complexion...

PURE RED

sexy red lippie..

more swatches soon!

Short Review: REVLON Colorstay Foundation

2011-12-17T19:23:00.000-08:00

This is my favorite foundation!

REVLON COLORSTAY FOUNDATION in (150) BUFF

SWATCHES

Why I LOVE THIS FOUNDATION sooooo much?
- It gives me the coverage that I absolutely need! It provides Medium to Heavy coverage and it is blend-able.
- No need for concealers! It covers spots!
- Perfect for my Combination/oily skin type!
- Superb staying power! It is really "COLORSTAY".
- It is affordable and available locally, though with limited shades, you can still find a way to work it out (like if the shade is lighter than your skin tone - then set it with a darker shade of powder foundation)
- with SPF 6
- Love the packaging.
- Does not feel heavy on skin.
- Non-cakey!
- A little goes a long way!

CONS?
-NONE!

But there are things you need to know and it's not that bad at all
- You'll surely don't like the smell of it. But hey! It's not that important and it will be gone once applied..
- No pump.
- It easily dries up.
- It won't remove by just using a facial cleanser alone. Make up remover/oil is needed.

Rating:
10/10

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KAZIE

Short Review: Wet N Wild Mega Plume Mascara

2011-12-01T05:35:00.001-08:00

When I was still working as Customer Service Representative (Business Center CSR) in one of the biggest telecommunications company in Ph. We are required to be professionally and physically presentable. A simple make up is a must since we spend most of our time interacting with customers (especially IRATE subs! hahaha). A good friend and a colleague of mine gave this to me as her Christmas gift (DEC 2010). She knows how I love make up so much! (Thank you!) I really love this product. I did not really notice any CONS on this mascara. Until when I resigned (MARCH 2011). My family started a small business and I worked as a Tech Support (aaaw.. im an IT grad..that's why.. ).. I now work on field! A different environment! Then there, using this mascara is totally discouraging. RACCOON eyes at the end of the day!!! I look like a ZOMBIE!!!! OMG!.. From that experience, I swear I will never ever use this mascara!. This mascara only works if you are in an "air conditioned" environment.. =)) - or else it'll turn out really bad like what happened to me.. Our country's humid weather will drag the mascara down. =(

love the bristles.. It gives me the volume and length that I need... but again.. as stated above... haaaaaay... =((

Rating:

5/10

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KAZIE

Short Review: NICHIDO True Colors Liquid Foundation with sunscreen

2011-11-30T00:40:00.001-08:00

I love Liquid Foundations! I love how I could easily apply liquid foundations using a sponge or a brush.. Two things I want for a liquid foundation are the coverage and the staying power... Nichido, a local make up line offers good and affordable make up products... and as I checked their counter at Watsons, I found this...

NICHIDO TRUE COLORS LIQUID FOUNDATION with sunscreen

Shade: Natural

product info on the bottle and packaging....

swatches...

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What I like about this product:

* Light Coverage (it won't really cover blemishes - concealer is needed)

* Sunscreen!

* It is water based.

* Doesn't cake (as long as you set it with powder)

* It provides natural satin finish (description is true!)

* a little amount goes a long way..

* The bottle packaging and the pump. Totally Hygienic!

* Affordable! It's only 268php for 30ml! Cool!

... i don't like

* the sunscreen smell!
* Staying power is not really that good. It won't stay that long.
*Texture is a bit sticky.

* It quickly dries up when you apply it using your hands. I recommend using a sponge when you apply this foundation.

Rating:

6/10

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KAZIE

How to: Depot Lipstick

2011-11-05T01:11:00.000-07:00

I accidentally dropped 4 of my fave lipsticks recently while arranging my make up stuffs. Lipsticks were totally damaged! Huhuhu. Then, I found this little Pill Box/Container in my drawer. I bought it last month but never used it. Then an idea pop up. Depot my lipsticks! So I searched online for the best procedure on depotting these lippies.

Things you'll need:

candle

clean spoon

alcohol (ethyl 70%)

pill box/container

tissue

clean toothpick

these are the lippies...

(Left to Right) NYX Round Lipstick in FIG, HAUTE MELON, PURE RED, Styli-Style Timeless HEAVENLY, HBC Long Wearing Lipsheer in PINK POUT

Sanitize the container, spoon and toothpick using alcohol. Don't forget to wash your hands thoroughly.

then scrape off the lipstick using the spoon and toothpick...

cooking time! hahahah

once the lipstick is melted, carefully pour the lipstick into the container...

as easy as that! weeeeeh!

so here's the finish product!

Hope this helps!

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KAZIE

Haul: Amuse eyeshadow & blush palette, Jordana, Amuse & LA Colors Brushes

2011-11-04T21:49:00.000-07:00

after 2 weeks of waiting.. My Cherry Culture package finally arrived... It is actually my first time using USPS as my courier from US to PH.. Good thing it arrived on the expected date..

So here are the things I bought from Cherry Culture...

Amuse Diamond Eyeshadow palette... Love the purple case... I have to test them out.. review to follow... =))

Amuse Blush Palette

Jordana Liquid Eyeliner - Black

L.A. Colors Professional Brushes...

Amuse Face Brush

so there you are.. I'll give a review on these items soon..

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KAZIE

Short Review: UBU Pink Stippling Brush

2011-10-18T03:35:00.000-07:00

While waiting for our flight back to Cebu from SG.

I was totally bored. So I stroll around the airport. I wanted to buy something. Definitely a remembrance of our trip to SG. Though we already bought bunch of stuffs at Chinatown. But this time, I want COSMETICS! Haha! You can't blame me ladies. It is really tempting. I am checking things that are not available in PH market.

Then this cute pink brush caught my eye! I was like... "OMG! KUYA, I MUST HAVE THIS!" (my brother was bored too so he accompanied me.. strolling... lol)

So here it is.. I was crossing my fingers when I arrived home and tested it.

First wash and up until now, it bleeds --> PINK.. =(

No shedding. Not really that soft & I can feel light pricking everytime I use this. Still I'm using this when I apply liquid foundation. I cannot compare it to other stippling brush since this is the first stippling brush. Hehe!

This brush costs like SG$ 14, (462 pesos)

Rating: 7/10

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KAZIE