Review: Maybelline Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation

Good day pretty! An inspirational quote for today, mistakes are proof that you are trying! Yes and no matter how hard you day or week has been at the end of the day just think that life goes on.

Maybelline currently has this 25% sale for their Dream series foundation on until Sep 30, 2016. That is why I think I should review my former favorite Maybelline Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation. I already reviewed MaybellineDream Velvet Foundation in case you haven't read it yet. So here we go~

What is it? 
DREAM SATIN SKIN LIQUID FOUNDATION
Air-whipped liquid foundation for satin-smooth, poreless skin
With its lightweight formula that looks and feels just like your skin, the Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation gives your skin an airbrush effect so it looks effortlessly satin-smooth and poreless.

Packaging 
Its in a sturdy glass bottle with a very cute pump and a plastic cap. Its a bit heavy to lug around in my small kit.

Experience 
I am honestly more of a BB cream person rather than liquid foundation. Oh well, I like BB creams because its an all in one product plus it even offers high SPF. I had this foundation for a while now in B2 (I'm shade NC 25 btw) but I haven't had the chance to use it daily because I prefer my BB cream. Uh-oh not until I read an article that instructs to spray facial mist and use liquid foundation right after for a pore-less and long-lasting finish.

Guess what? After trying it out, I am in love. Maybelline Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation makes my pores less obvious and it melts into a dewy finish. I also applied powder foundation and it sets nicely. Its not oily, didn't cake and didn't broke me out. The coverage is buildable from medium to heavy. For redness though you may still need to apply concealer. I prefer applying it using my fingers but I might try buying a sponge soon, I found one in Miniso, hohoho~ I don't bring this with me because its heavy and it might break if I always have it. I am a magnet for falling objects.

Just like any other liquid foundations, Maybelline Dream Satin adheres to the skin longer and better compared to powder foundations so make sure to use makeup remover to get rid of the product completely.

How much and where to buy? 
On sale at P374 per 30ml bottle. I got it at the regular price of 499 though. Huehue~

What I love 

• Wallet friendly
• Buildable medium to heavy coverage
• Doesn't cake
• Melts into dewy finish
• Long lasting
• Didn't broke me out
• Blurs pores
• No scent
• Sun protection, its SPF 24

What I don't 

• I'm not a fan of glass packaging

TIPS 
Try using powder on top for a flawless finish

Will I repurchase? 
Yes I want to but they release Dream Velvet, and I like it better

Overall~ 
I recommend Maybelline Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation to girls with dry skin because it can moisturize your skin while still providing coverage. For oily to combo skin you may want to try the Dream Velvet variant because its very lightweight and provides awesome coverage as well.

Maybelline Dream Satin Skin Liquid Foundation in action.

Are you getting Maybelline foundation for yourself? Share in the comments what's your favorite face makeup product now. See you in my next post!


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Review: Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown

Good day girls! Today I would be sharing you my Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown Review. I remember my little sister with her ash blonde hair and its a really nice color. I find my old brand quite drying for my hair so I looked high and low for a similar shade and I found Palty!

Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown

What is it? 
Rich creamy brown called Milk Tea Brown. Colors your hair moist, shiny and beautiful. Fresh fruity floral scent. The hair color contains Camellia oil for shine, Silicon for smoothness, Botanical protein for protection from damage. Camellia oil hair essence conditions and moisturizes the color treated hair. Source: Amazon

Packaging 
Boxed hair color with english translation and all. All inclusions of this boxed dye is posted in my last Palty Hair Color in Sakura Creamy review.

Experience 
A quick recap on my hair, I have this brassy hair for a while now til I've decided to go blonde. I bleached my hair twice before I used Lolane (which basically changed only the brassiness part) then I proceeded with the Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown.

I bought about just one box for my hair.The waiting time is 30 minutes only, compared to my usual one hour. I had my mom to help me, she didn't had a hard time because the applicator makes it so easy. I know that maybe 2-3 boxes is recommended for long hair, but I really don't care because I just need to dye my hair so it will look even. We need to make do with what we have, I asked my mom to focus on the upper part of my hair. I like how nice it smells, no ammonia or funky smell. This is great because we did the coloring process inside the room.

And so here is the result of my 30 minutes hair color with Palty.

At first, my workmates said it looks a bit greenish. Maybe because of the fact that it does happen when hair is dyed with ashy colors, read here. For me my hair looks ashy enough and the hint of green is very light so I really don't mind. Hair is somehow honey blonde but not some shade I can call very light brown. This was taken with flash by the way, a day or two after coloring.

How much and where to buy? 
P330/box at Trinoma sale, the normal price is P369.75/box

What I love 

• Easy to apply
• The bottle applicator with brush is so handy!
• No strong ammonia smell
• Fruity smell
• Love the ashy color!
• Made my hair shiny
• Includes bottle applicator
• The Camellia Hair oil essence made my hair soft
• Cheaper compared to coloring in salon and other boxed dyes

What I don't 

• Nothing I can mention

Will I repurchase? 
I want to try their Bubble Dye!

Do I recommend this?
Yes.I recommend Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown for gals who want to go for a type of blonde which is not eye catching enough to be worn at school or work. Okay, don't quote me on that. Of course it will still depend on your school or workplace if they allow blonde hair. I just really hope there will be acceptance on different hair colors *meep* I really think this is some kind of safe shade of blonde.

Overall~ 
Palty Hair Color in Milk Tea Brown is a nice shade if you are aiming for something ashy. Its not straight-forward brown and its not straight-forward blondish shade either. I really like how it turned out but remember to use 2-3 boxes if your hair is long. Or your hair may fade to something like below.

This was taken I guess after 2 weeks after coloring. Now I know why it was called milk tea brown. This is more like milk tea color, meow. I am guessing that if I used more than one box the faded color will be more like grayish brown instead of golden brown. Now I think my hair is more similar to below anime character.

Hair Inspiration!

Tenori Taiga of Tora Dora. Hohoho~ Anime marathon of this series, and I am loving her lately. 

Just me: Lee Jong Suk's drama: W - Two Worlds (더블유) is ending tomorrow! Huehue I can't control my feels, anyone who watches this? I love love this drama~


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10 Things to Know Before Coloring Your Hair

This is a quick blog post on 10 Things to Know Before Coloring Your Hair. We all know how costly it is to have our hair colored professionally. With the vast selection of available boxed hair dyes its too hard to resist on not doing the coloring yourself!

10 Things to Know Before Coloring Your Hair

Here is behind the scenes (lol) when my friend went with me to the salon so I can finally have my hair cut after 2 years! It'll be great if you tag a friend with you.

1. BUY MORE THAN WHAT YOU NEED
Typically its 2-3 boxes for long hair or more and 1-2 boxes for short hair. Depends on the length and thickness the number of boxes needed varies. But as a general rule, get more than enough for your hair. You wouldn't want to have less especially when you are half way finish.

2. BUY 2 SHADES LIGHTER
If going for a lighter shade compared to your desired color you must go for 2-3 shades lighter for the hair dye. Its most likely that the end result won't be similar to the shade in the box anyway. Asians usually have this black hair  and lifting the color can be quite a feat. It is easier to darken the color's intensity than to lighten it when the dye is already in your strands.
I often use 12% volume developer when lightening hair color, but just recently I used 9% because I would be coloring my blonde hair and less volume means the mix will be less damaging.

3. FIND THE RIGHT FORMULA
I usually go for tube hair dyes but I find that there are a lot of formulas right now. If you are really doing DIY color on your own foam dyes in  bottle like Palty. Most japanese and korean brands also offers bubble formula which is easier to handle because there is no mixing involved. Also, such formula is thick and more likely to stay on you hair than you skin. No dripping on your face or hairline.Cream formulas in tube however is proven to provide full coverage when evenly distributed to the hair. Some hair dyes nowadays have little to no ammonia smell at all. If you can, choose ammonia free hair dyes.

4. NO POOLS ALLOWED
I have a friend who just had a blonde hair, he swam in the pool and got moss green hair. Chlorine strips away the hair cuticle allowing minerals in the water to get into the hair shaft and alter your color. Unfortunately during the first 2 weeks of coloring your hair you may not dive in the pool. Just a bit of sacrifice for being extra pretty.

5. FORGET SHOWER
Dirty hair is best when dyeing. Forget shower prior to hair dyeing in order to allow the scalp's natural oils to work as buffer against the chemicals in the hair dye. Can't skip the showers? Skip shampoo instead.

6. CHANGE YOUR HAIR BUDDIES!
Clarifying and dandruff shampoo can easily strip away not just the color but even your hair's shine and oil. There are colored hair friendly formulas which are more gentle for our crowning glory. For me, red hair is the most difficult color to maintain.

7. EXPECT DAMAGE
No matter how much promises your box of dye offer there will still be damage. This is still true even when you want to darken your hair. Both of permanent and semi-permanent dyes contains hydrogen peroxides which lifts or changes the color.

8. CONDITION HAIR BEFORE COLOR
Deep conditioner or hair spa can replace moisture lost during the coloring process. But its better to have healthy hair even before the process. Chop off split ends if you can.
Buy conditioner, lots of it! Hair spa will be wonderful. Your hair will thank you.

9. IF SENSITIVE, PATCH TEST
I am one of the lucky ones who didn't experienced irritation when coloring. However I know some of us are sensitive on chemicals, therefore do not forget to patch test a small area on your hair before coloring. Your scalp will be irritated as well if you color without knowing if the dye is something you can tolerate.

10. AVOID FRIED HAIR
I am guilty of dyeing my whole head every time I color. My bad, I didn't know I must only color the regrowth. Doing too much coloring will result to color build up and fried ends. It will also be the cause of uneven colors as well as unnecessary damage.

So that ends my post on the 10 Things to Know Before Coloring Your Hair. Happy Hair Coloring!~

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Review: Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft Matte Hydrating Foundation

Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft Matte Hydrating Foundation is the newest product of Maybelline along with their Fashion Brow Duo shaper and Lip Flush Bitten Lip by Color Sensational. I am looking forward into buying them all but when I got by the store only the foundation is available. Oh well, its okay. I often use Maybelline Dream Satin Liquid Foundation lately so I am almost out of it. I really needed to get a new face buddy so I bought Maybelline's new foundation - Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft Matte Hydrating Foundation.

What is it? 
Maybelline says:
Our first gel whipped foundation.
Fresh new and flawless... Dream Velvet whips a fresh gel into a velvet-soft texture. Complexion is perfected and smooth with a soft-matte finish, just like velvet. Skin feels fresh with lasting hydration.

seal of freshness!

Thick consistency!

Packaging 
Its in a plastic hulog proof packaging! Yes yes I was sold with the packaging.

Experience 
The predecessor of the Dream Velvet Foundation range. Now Maybelline's newest foundation comes in a handy dandy tube for easy lugging in our kikay kits! I tried it on Maybelline counter and I am in love. It spreads like a dream (thus the name) and feels like silk on my skin. I apply it using my fingers just like how I apply my bb creams. I only use about 2 pea size amount and its enough to cover my face. This will last for quite a while even with everyday usage.

it might look yellow under flash but in broad daylight its different

Because the foundation is gel, its perfect both for dry and oily to combination skin. It is moist enough for dry skin and won't trigger oiliness for oily to combi skin.

~Goodbye to oily skin, hello dewiness! I am impressed. In regards on its staying power, it stays from morning til night. Just don't wipe your face too much because its not transfer proof. My handkerchief have foundation marks already. You can always reapply though.

Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft Matte Hydrating Foundation's coverage ranges from light to medium. It doesn't layer up to hide up imperfections like dark spots but is enough to lightly cover redness on my skin. For dark spots just use your trusty concealer. This foundation doesn't accentuate pores but it doesn't hide it either. I braised myself for some super oily madness as I've gone out without anything but this on top of my sunscreen and bit of moisturizer. Behold~ It was a tough hot ride from our house to Makati but I all I got was healthy dewy skin. Yes yes yes.

It leaves a velvety glowing finish that can pass up as our second skin.

The only thing I didn't like was the shade I got which is a bit off. My mistake. I accidentally asked for the lightest shade forgetting completely that I need to check if the shade is pink or yellow undertone. However forget that because I am completely buying more of this. Next time in my right shade of course, girls with yellow undertone do not forget to buy shade Sandy Beige.

As I've checked they have more shades available which were not released in the Philippines. I guess they only hand picked a few that will suit Pinays. Their lightest shade is still a bit dark on me though.

How much and where to buy? 
P374.25 in 25% discount from P499! -30ml tube

What I love 

• Its gel and its light on the skin
• A little goes a long way
• Matte but not flat - velvety matte finish
• Turns dewy instead of oily
• Not messy to apply
• Coverage is light to medium
• Spreads easily with no tugging
• No scent
• Hides redness well
• Doesn't accentuate pores 
• Decently brightens under eye
• Travel friendly tube
• No whitecast
• Affordable

What I don't 

• Transfers on hankies
• Limited color selection
• No sunscreen content

TIPS 
Yellow based shades is perfect for Asian skin, pick Sandy Beige
Its light enough to be a makeup base, feel free to top it off with your fave compact or loose powder.

Will I repurchase? 
Yes! In my right shade.

Overall~ 
Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft Matte Hydrating Foundation is a dream come true! Pun not intended. Its light on the skin and doesn't melt even in the humid weather. Its affordable yet even on sale, this is my new favorite. I recommend this to students and working girls who wants a foundation that works and easy on the pocket.

Related links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maybellinephilippines/
Website: http://maybelline.com.ph/


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Review: Creamsilk Standout Straight Leave-On Cream

When it comes to hair products The first name that comes into my mind is none other than Creamsilk. Although I don't use it as my hair conditioner now I still have no doubts that its a no-brainer choice for conditioner. Its widely available and it fits every girl's budget. Similar to its conditioner counterpart, of course Creamsilk Standout Straight Leave on cream is also easy to find in the beauty sections of drugstores. Given that I have blonde hair now, it will be quite a feat to find a product that will tame my waves and unruly strands. So how did Creamsilk fared?

Creamsilk Standout Straight Leave-On Cream

What is it? 
Cream Silk Standout Straight is infused with positively charged ingredients that help reduce the extra negative charge brought about by damaged hair so that you get the striking, standout straight hair you’ve always wanted.



Packaging 
Travel friendly plastic squeeze bottle. Just twist to open. No fuss no mess. At first I was thinking that the cap is detachable lol. Silly me~

Experience 
My hair routine nowadays is to wash condition dry and use Creamsilk Standout Straight Leave-On Cream. It keeps my hair smelling nice and less frizzy. Tangles are gone and my hair is easier to manage when I put on leave on. Its also great as hair polish as my hair look slightly more shiny when I use it.

I usually use it after my hair has dried. I only 2-3 pea size amount (my hair so long!) It keeps my hair manageable that way. Smells fresh too and not heavy! There is no oily feel to it and the formula is watery.

How much and where to buy? 
P49/bottle (40ml)



What I love 

• Smells like candy (similar to the conditioner)
• Keeps hair manageable 
• Makes hair less frizzy 
• Travel friendly
• Trusted hair brand
• Affordable

What I don't 

• Nothing I can mention

Will I repurchase? 
Yes!

Overall~ 
Thumbs up for Creamsilk Standout Straight Leave-On Cream. A product that doesn't fail us gals on the budget. You got to have 2-3 bottles of this as this will not last long on you (the scent is very feminine and addictive!) I really like Creamsilk and I will always be a fan of this brand.

Must buy to give new life to your hair! (Especially for blondies!)

A few selcas to end this post.
Off topic: W - 2 worlds Kdrama is ending so soon! Lemme have more of Lee Jong Suk!~ huehue

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My BER month Wishlist!

Hello pretty ladies! Hello September! I was watching tv this morning and they were playing Christmas songs already. I felt all happy and giddy, there is something really special in this Ber months and I am really loving it.

I thought of sharing my Ber months wish list. This is something I found at Lazada for crazy prices. There is just so much going on during Ber months, it includes: my birth date, many holidays and of course Christmas!

Hanabishi HPM500 Professional Stand Mixer

The first item in my wishlist this coming 'Ber' month is a mixer. I started learning how to bake last year and I really like it. I am fond of trying new recipes of cookies, brownies and cakes. However unlike other recipes, a mixer is mandatory in making cakes. Its a struggle to use a hand mixer in making frosting and meringues for roll cakes. I really want a stand mixer.

Samsung on7 

Well I want to give my mom something this holidays, she has been using her old phone for too long. It crashes whenever she plays android games. Imagine she is only playing with My Boo. Her phone is my old phone and it would be awesome to exchange it for something new. It even comes with a powerbank! How cool is that? Too bad its for a limited time only.

Lenovo Ideapad 

My brother is in Grade 12 now and he needs a portable computer in his studies. This is something I am looking forward to buy one of this day. I like how its easy to lug around and it keeps all files because the memory is big. Its a tough guy in a small package.

Toshiba Led TV

We've been using my tita's tv for a while now. I am yet to buy our own, I scoured Lazada shop and I found Toshiba Led TV. 32 inches is just the right screen size and I know it will be thrilling to watch when we have this. HD shows and everything! I've got a bunch of movies yes!~

Panasonic Refrigerator

Let it go~ Let it go~ Can't hold it back anymore~ 

So coolness = refrigerator 

A big refrigerator to replace our old one will be a great idea. With the holidays coming we would be cooking and keeping food and this is a must. I have been listing this in our family's buy list and I am really hoping to get one soon before Christmas. Okay if not, before the holidays.

That is about it! Before I end this post do you know that you may get cashback with your every purchase online? Super cool! 

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Review: Beauty Bakery Clarifying Witch Hazel Facial Mist

The key in looking fresh all day is of course not with just makeup. To look good we also need to feel good. What can be the answer to achieve moisturized skin and makeup that stays the whole day?

*Drum roll* ~ Facial Mist!!!

The Beauty Bakery Witch Hazel Facial Mist

What is it? 

All the good stuff in a sweet-smelling bottle that refreshes and clarifies, Beauty Bakery’s Clarifying Witch Hazel Facial Mist is specially made to keep you feeling crisp and clean all day. Each delicious bottle contains an unbeatable blend of Witch Hazel Water and Tea Tree Extract to fight off inflammation and bad bacteria, and is infused with a bright, clean citrus scent to keep you smelling fresh no matter the occasion.

Net weight: 150 ml

Ingredients: Water, Witch Hazel extract, Tea Tree extract, Lemon extract.

Instructions: Mist onto face within an arm’s length to freshen up your skin. Product can be refrigerated to heighten cooling sensation.

I love witch hazel for my pores, ever since I have tried Dickinson's toner. Tea tree extract on the other hand is the perfect buddy in getting rid of acne. Lastly, lemon extract, can whiten and brighten the skin.

Packaging 
The mist is inside a glass bottle with spray type pump. Its simply labeled with the Beauty Bakery sticker. The pump is working perfectly, but its kinda heavy and I cannot bring it with me when I go out so I bought a mini plastic bottle with spray pump as well so I can have a travel friendly version of it.

Experience 
Beauty Bakery Clarifying Witch Hazel Facial Mist is my very first facial mist. The reason I bought it was to refresh my face. I use this before and after my makeup. Using it before makeup application makes its easier to spread the products especially liquid foundation or bb cream. Using it while on the go makes makeup fresh and reapplication easier. It smells like very very faint lemon, which I really like. It makes the morning smell like morning! (if you get what I mean).

I also tried a method wherein I spray mist onto my sponge with liquid foundation. It makes makeup more flawless looking and long lasting. Its confirmed as I tried it now without the mist and the makeup is quite draggy on my skin.

How much and where to buy? 
Php 265 for 150ml bottle

What I love 

• Refreshes skin
• Preps skin for makeup
• Hydrates skin
• Makes makeup last and more natural looking
• Affordable
• Paraben-free
• All natural
• Locally made!
• Smells like lemon (I love citrus!)
• Has witch hazel for the pores and acne fighting ingredients
• Working spray mist pump!

What I don't 

• I can only buy it online

TIPS 
1. Shake the bottle.
2. Hold it 5 to 10 inches away from your face (consult packaging for specifics).
3. Spritz the product liberally in an X formation.
4. Let the product set for a minute. Blot all excess.
5. Repeat whenever you feel like it—all day, every day, perhaps?

Will I repurchase? 
Worth another purchase! But I also want to try Etude House or Nature Republic Mist, are they good? hmm~

Overall~ 
 Beauty Bakery Clarifying Witch Hazel Facial Mist is an affordable mist for everyone. With its acne fighting and minimizing pore ingredient, what's not to love?

The saddest gif I've seen so far. Huhu~

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