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December 2015 Favorites.

     December was a month ago, but I still want to share what I loved back then! Read on to see what I loved for the end of 2015!

CL "HELLO BITCHES" INSPIRED MAKEUP


So, I challenged myself again and filmed my attempt to create an inspired makeup look to CL's comeback promo picture! Wahh! I love the oranges & reds. It feels very appropriate for fall and feels very royal for sure! Check out my video down below!

CASUAL MAKEUP


     So here's something new... I uploaded a makeup video!!! Whoa! I've been wanting to do this for a long time, but so many things were in the way. Now that I feel I'm decent in doing makeup and I finally got a set-up I'm comfortable with, I went ahead and filmed this the other day right before my last video. This is my makeup when I go through my everyday life when I need a decent face to put on with being over the top. I even do this in the car when I have no time to do it at home! If you want to see how I did it, watch the video! If you want more details on what I used, read down below!

FS Cosmetics' Two Way Cake in Rajah (vs. MAC Cosmetics)

FS Cosmetics' Two Way Cake in Rajah
     Time to talk about this powder foundation I've read so much of during my uni days in the Philippines! Yup, This powder foundation in a "local" product for all you Philippine-based readers! Read on to see if it lives up to the hype!

July & August 2015 Favorites!

It's that time of the month again... I can't believe that August is over! And boy, I sure have a lot to share because I missed putting out my favorites for the month of July also! Anyways, here's what I've been loving lately:


1. The Jaclyn Hill Favorites Palette by Morphe Brushes
     My first try on the growing Youtube-popular makeup brand! I bought it because I fell in love with Youtuber, Jaclyn Hill, and I couldn't pass out on the chance to buy it when they re-stocked. I could have brought this with me to the Philippines, but I didn't want to risk getting this messed up. I love the warm colors and the product is wonderful. Plus, it's Jaclyn Hill's favorites! I did bring this with me to Anime Expo and have been using it ever since.

2. FS Cosmetics' Two Way Cake in Rajah
A powder I picked up from the Philippines that I've been loving to use to slightly contour my puffy face. Smooth & smells really good.

3. Sassy Cosmetics' Trio Sparkling Eyeshadow in Pink Sparkle
The only other eyeshadows I've touched and liked the past two months. I like that it can do fresh look to a smoky look.

4. Urban Decay Perversion Mascara
     My most recent fave. I've only used it a couple of times the past weeks and I found that it actually holds up a curl! My eyelashes does not curl for anything and this seems to be doing the trick... I shall use it more.

5. Maxasorb Melatonin Cream
My go-to when I was uber jet lagged from my vacation in the Philippines and when I get hit with insomnia (which happens more than I'd like to).

6. The Face Shop Professional Foundation in 23
     I returned to this for performing in Anime Expo & J-Pop Summit... and then I realized that this is still the best foundation EVER. No matter where I am... the Philippines, North California or South California (all have different climates/temperatures)... I always feel & look good with this. I love this stuff!!!

7. Contour Palette
     This is from my Ebay Haul! I could have brought this with me to the Philippines, but again, I didn't want to risk breaking it. I used this for all  my travels and performances the past months. It is slightly powdery, but it does the job. It is also affordable and comes with a lot of product (the palette slightly feels heavy). If you're a performer like me or you really get that de-puffed look for your face, you need one in your life.

8. OxyRub Pain Relief Cream
     I am to blame for not stretching before running and dancing... which is ridiculous because stretching is important. And the fact that I push myself to dance harder and run farther while I am heavier has put a toll on my body. Not only do I have chronic pain on my ankles (from Taekwondo), I am always sore on my calves and knees nowadays. I use this to soothe my pain once I get to bed at night. Yes, it helps me a bunch!

9. NYC Smooth Skin Loose Face Powder
     This is everything when you want your makeup to last longer and look natural! It's definitely a must-have for me because I contour really harshly. I got from winning a contest years ago and I'm only realizing it's amazing powers now!

10. Sassy Color's Moisturizing Lipstick in Coral Craze
One loud lipstick that is great for the summer! I like how it wasn't drying on the lips.

11. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
     Like my Too Faced Shadow Insurance, I got this as a freebie from  a paletter (TF = Sexy Palette, UD = Naked 3) . I've used the Too Faced one with me in the Philippines and I felt like my eyeshadow wasn't as amazing as before. I've always used the UD one for years and now I returned to it, it only confirmed that it is better in giving my eye makeup pigmentation, better blending abilities, a smoother look and longevity. 

12. MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in C6
     I knew that when I told the guy from the MAC counter years ago that this color will be fine when I get darker, even if he discouraged me. Because now it seems to be the right color for me! I went from C4 when I got to the Philippines and came home to start using C6! Hello tan face!

13. Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil in Soft Brown
     Now that I haven't colored my hair and the my roots are darker, my ABH Brow Pomade in Blonde is too light. I picked this up and started using it all the time. I don't like having to sharpen it, but the color suits me... I probably want a pomade in this color soon.

14. E.L.F. Under Eye Concealer in Highlighter in Medium Glow
Not very high coverage but it provides a brighter under eye look. The highlighter is also subtle, but I like to use this because of the ease it brings.

15. YSL Rouge Volupte' Shine in Orange Impertinent
My go-to when I want something moisturizing and not too loud. Great for everyday.

16. Etude House Surprise All Proof SPF 50+ PA+++
     One of the thing I hauled from Korea, this sunscreen smells really good and seems to have a velvety-matte finish. Usually the extra step adding a sunscreen into my routine is annoying, especially if the product itself is sticky. But this does none of that and is actually enjoyable to wear because it smells soooooo good!


What are your favorites lately???
  Thanks for reading!

June 2015 Favorites: My Philippine Vacation Edition

We're almost midway July, but here are my June Favorites!
If you follow me, you'd probably know that I spent most of June in the Philippines. So I don't want to miss out in sharing with you all what I've been using everyday when I was in that sizzling tropical country. Read on!

New Stuff #4

I applied for Amazon's Free Prime x 6 mos for Students... and it recently ended.
This is my last of Amazon Prime haul!

Top 14 for 2014.


Hi everyone!
     I know that we are on the second month of the new year and I have barely posted this up. But despite the amount of delay, I have been doing this post every year and I rather not stop now. I was quite busy at the beginning of the year actually! I attended/performed in Sac Anime Winter 2015 on the 2nd of January and I have either been studying or preparing for the AODSF just this past weekend (another performance in an anime convention in San Francisco). Plus, I have been putting up with my dying notebook which is quite excruciating. I don't have the means to purchase my own yet, so I have to work with what I have and be patient. But, of course, I am and will still be posting up as much as I can! Anyways, as you can see with the title, here are my TOP 14 for 2014! 

October 2014 Favorites

SUUUUPER LATE! But here goes!

BH Cosmetics Pro Studio Matte Finish Pressed Powder

Product Review: BH Cosmetics Pro Studio Matte Finish Pressed Powder
Check out my thoughts on the highly raved "dupe for the MAC Studiofix Powder Foundation"!
See if the hype is true or not...

March 2013 Favorites.

I skipped last month due to all the hauls and experimenting... but this month, I definitely have my stand-out makeup stuff!

1. E.L.F. Essential Flawless Eyeshadows in Golden Goddess.
Great for everyday, on-the-go, and I love the color combo. Liked it so much, I got almost all the colors! Reviewing this soon!

2. E.L.F. Essential Blush in Coy.
Preferring this mauvey-pink color blush lately.

3. Maybelline The Falsies Volum Express Mascara in Black Drama.
I feel like this mascara definitely thickens my lashes plus holds a curl decently.

4. Maybelline Master Drama Eyeliner By Eyestudio in Black Spark.
Very pigmented and creamy! Review on this soon.

5. M.A.C. Studio Fix Powder Foundation in C4.
Great coverage and perfect match to my skin color.

6. NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk.
Did a great job allowing eyeshadow colors to show up on the lid. This held of highest importance during our Puck'd shows since we needed a lot of bright colors for our "raver look".

7. Rimmel BB Cream in Medium.
Great for everyday, I'm surprised and happy with this. Watch out for a better review soon.

8. Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation (Combination/Oily Skin) in 340 Early Tan.
Okay, I've said that this was too thick to use in my first review and probably only wearable in tropical countries on my updated review. I learned to use only half of the usual amount and use with a stippling or flat top brush for it to work for me. Great coverage and lasted me during the KPop M.V.P. dance workshop and my Puck'd shows. Definitely changed my mind on this!

9. C.O. Bigelow Rose Salve in No. 12.
A repeater! Does more than moisturize the lips! Found myself using this a lot this month!

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For some reason, this month went by faster than I thought it would! A lot has happened... and you can say I'm adjusting to my life here for real. I lived in the Philippines for four years (with a lot of vacations here) so I felt hung over and homesick for a really long time. Now, I feel content where I am at... this is my real home to begin with, anyways.

Happy Easter Weekend!
Thanks for reading!
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March Collective Haul!

Rimmel BB Cream Beauty Balm 9-in-1 Skin Perfecting Super Makeup. Neautrogena Clear Face Break-Out Free Liquid-Lotion Suncreen Broad Spectrum SPF55. Banana Boat Ultra Defense Max Skin Protect Continious Spray Suncreen Broad Spectrum SPF 110. Garnier Fructis Style Sleek & Shine Flat Iron Protector Straightening Mist. Maybelline Eyestudio Color Tattoo Metal 24Hr Eyeshadow in 65 Gold Rush. E.L.F. Flawless Eyeshadows in Happy Hour, Sea Breeze, and Smoky. M.A.C. Brow Set Gel in Boy/Girl. Anastasia Brow Wiz Skinny Brow Pencil in Medium Ash.

First of all, excuse the background. My top nursing books (that need to be touched for review purposes) dominate my table. HA! And second of all, I've collected these in the past weeks for real! Some before the Puck'd performances and the others just the past days! I thought I'd share what I've recently acquired again because some stated in my Third Blogging Anniversary Giveaway that they'd like to see more posts like this. Cheers to you all!

But yes, I am working on reviews soon!
Thanks for reading!
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My New M.A.C. Shade & How to Find Yours!

M.A.C. Studio Fix Plus Powder Foundation.

Haul Number 3 for 2013!


Hey Guys!
 I know what you probably are thinking... "Oh no, Bee! Not another haul!", hahaha. Yeah well, I couldn't help it! Anyways, before I get into the products I would like to point out I'm used the Nikon D5000 for this post! I've been using cellphone shots for hauls but now I decided to change it up! I hope you all don't mind my little red notebook which I'm using nowadays... I miss my big laptop but this will have to do.

On to the haul!
NYC New York Color Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in 720A Sunny. MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in C4. MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Lickable. Hard Candy The Perfect Cover Up Skin Clarifying Concealer in Medium. Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Spot Treatment. Hard Candy Top Ten Eyeshadow Treatment.

Watch out for reviewy new babies!

Thanks for reading!
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Hard Candy Glamoflauge Heavy Duty Concealers.

Hard Candy Glamoflauge Heavy Duty Concealers in Light, Medium Light, Medium and Tan.

Hey Guys!
Today I'll be sharing with you my new Holy Grail concealer from the drugstore!

Top 12 for 2012.


Hey guys!

If you've been following my blog for a year now, you'd know that I've done the same concept before 2011 ended, my Top 11 for 2011! But now it's 2012, I get to add one more slot to my list of favorites for the whole year of 2012. Let me share them with you in no particular order...


February 2012 Face.

Happy Leap Year Day!
I'd like to share my face stuff I've been sporting for most of this month!

Face
Amazing Concealer in Golden Tan.
MAC Studiofix Powder in NC42
E.L.F. Essential Natural Radiance Blusher in Glow
E.L.F. Contouring Blusher & Bronzer Duo's Bronzer

Eyes
Maybelline Expertwear Quad Eyeshadow in Designer Chocolates
E.L.F. Brightening Eye Liner in Black
Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara

Lips
IN2IT Moisture Release Lipstick in MR 15 Juice

Circle Lens
Geo Xtra Circle Lens XCK-105


BEE: GEO XCK-105
I'm actually out of blush from my ELF blush & bronzer duo so I went with the single ELF blush in Glow... And I have said that its more like a highlighter but on my cheeks it has a slight orange-peach color, as well. I feel like I'm summer-ready when I paired the blush with my orange lippie from IN2IT. 

And my eyes! This was one of my first circle lens and it is quite huge. The XCK-105 is categorized under the Super Size Lens of GEO and has a diameter of  whopping 14.8mm! Truthfully, this plain black circle lens is not a good choice for those who are new to circle lenses... in my collection of lenses, its my best bet when I want to look like an alien. I need the right makeup and when posing for the camera, I have to squint a bit to make me look less freaky. HAHA.

I don't take pictures as much... so I hope a "Face of the Month" will be fine. I'll definitely do FOTDs if I do drastic changes to my usual routine...



Goodbye February 2012!

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Top 11 for 2011.


Hey guys!
I'd like to share with you my favorites for this year!
These are products I find myself reaching for everyday and are satisfying...
They are not arranged at any order, by the way.
Here goes!

A. E.L.F.'s Blushed/Bronzed Duo - I love how this is a two-in-one product with a great blush & bronzer in a very sleek packaging. More info here.
B. Amazing Cosmetics' AmazingConcealer - So far my HG concealer but very pricey.
C. MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NC42 - Great coverage!
D. E.L.F. Angled Eyeliner Brush - Soft & lines my eyes well... including the inner corners!
E. Revlon Colorstay 12 Hour Eyeshadow "06 In the Buff" - A couple of light warm eyeshadows I use when I feel like making my eyes more prominent asides from the use of eyeliner.
F. Wet n' Wild Mega Eyes Creme Eyeliner in Black - Creamy, easy to work with, lasts all day even in high humidity, intense black color, and affordable! This pot is my second one!
G. Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara - Keeps my lashes curled, lenthens my lashes, and doesn't have a messy application.
H. Ecotools Recycled Retractable Kabuki Brush - Great for on-the-go. Great Quality. Super soft!
I. E.L.F. Studio Eye Primer - Great for everyday use & affordable.
J. Nichido Extra Waterproof, Protective Eye Pencil - So far the only eyebrow pencil that suits me naturally!
K. The Face Shop Essential Masksheet CO-Q10 (for supple skin) - I woke up to clear and smooth skin after I used this over night! Masks like these are essential for beautiful skin.

I included a mini review for each... 
But for the products I haven't done a thorough review on, I may make one if anyone would like me to.

Anyways, if you haven't shared your top picks for 2011 and would like to do the same... 
I TAG YOU!

Advance Happy New Year!
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My Face of the Other Day. LOL.

I tweeted this picture the other day...
I was all dolled up for my sister's photo class project!
A great excuse to practice my makeup skills, right?!

More Pictures:
 I'm really loving my look! HAHA :D

Asides from using the face stuff I mentioned in my last post, I've used my NYX lippie in Eros for my lips along with my new favorite Prestige Automatic Waterproof Eyeliner in Smoke for lining my eyes, and favorite eyebrow pencil from Nichido.

I will get to reviewing products soon, I promise!
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New Face Routine

Bee's unedited pic!

Hello lovely people!

I think I finally found a face routine that I'm really loving! It feels natural and lighter than everything else I've tried... So yeah, here's what I used:
  • L'oreal Studio Secrets Professional's Magic Perfecting Base
  • The Face Shop's Professional Make-Up Base in Green
  • Amazing Cosmetics' Amazing Concealer in Tan Golden
  • MAC Studio Fix Powder in NC43

Bare lips! >.<
 I know! The most important face stuff I have here are from the department store... But it's only because I have yet to find a concealer that will match my BB Creams! I'm thinking of getting one from the drugstore, any suggestions? I love this look a lot and have been using it everyday since I mixed up my face routine but I worry about running out on those stuff! Yes, repurchasing them bothers me (I'm low on funds! LOL).

 I also think I've finally found a good eyeliner technique for my eyes (a monolid and a double eyelid)! I would spend hours trying to perfect the cat-eye look before that I would always be late for class, when I was in the Philippines! Haha! I can't believe I never thought of it before! 

I will do a review on all the products mentioned on this post, so please wait for that!  
And if you have any suggestions for a really good drugstore concealer, please comment away!

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