April 2013 Collective Haul and Favorites!

Finally my April 2013 Collective Haul and Favorites videos!

I know this blog post is extremely overdue and I just had an unannounced hiatus in terms of my blog posts. Nevertheless, I hope my apology is accepted (pretty please?), and let's now talk about my haul and favorites for the month of April!

April Collective Haul

Products Mentioned:

Beauty Buffet Face Mask - Php 44.00 each

Glam Works Charcoal Nose Pore Strips - Php 99.00

Watsons Smiley Baby Fresh Baby Wipes - Php 99.00

St. Ives Blemish Control Green Tea Scrub - Php 66.00

San San Eyeliner Pen in Brown & Black - Php 85.00 (Buy 1 Take 1 Promo)

Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask (Healthy Options) - Php 329.00

The Face Shop Nail Color YL702 & GR605 - Php 95 each

Fashion 21 Perfect Stick in Beige - around Php 175++

Human Heart Nature Sunflower Beauty Oil - Php 129.75

Watson Mini Wet Wipes - Php 19.00 (Buy 1 Take 1 Promo)

April Favorites

Products Mentioned:

Fanny Serrano Two Way Cake in Organza - Php 399.00
Ben Nye Banana Luxury Powder (Repackaged) - Php 230.00
San San Concealer in Natural - Php 105.00
Bare Naturals Mineral All Over Glow in Precious
Bare Naturals Mineral Blush in French Kiss
- https://www.facebook.com/barenaturals...
Landmark Brush - Php 140.00
E.l.f. Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder - Php 249.75
San San Eyebrow Pencil in 03 - Php 55.00
San San Waterproof Eyeliner in Black & Brown - Php 85.00

Allue Glam Rock Hair Color Mascara in Gold - Php 50++

Prestige Lipliner in Natural
Maybelline Colorsensational Lipstick in 720 Pearly Pink
Ever Bilena Matte Lipsticks in Off Beat Pink in Scarlet - Php 155.00++
Wet N Wild Megalast Lipstick in Spiked With Rum
Wet N Wild Megalast Nail Color in Candylicious Pink Bonbon
The Face Shop in YL702 & GR506 - Php 95.00 each
Caronia Nail Polish Remover - Php 16.00
Oriental Princess Society Story of Happiness in Icy Cool - 150THB
Watsons Smiley Baby Fresh Baby Wipes - Php 99.00
Glam Works Nose Pore Strips in Charcoal - Php 99.00
Baies Sucrees Sweet Berries Creme Mains Hand Cream
Vaseline Healthy White SPF 24 Body Lotion - Php 250.00++
Forever 21 Sunglasses / Sunnies - Php 330.00++
Thai Tamarind Candy in Regular & Super Sour - 39THB

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Hope you enjoyed this post and the videos I made on my channel!

Watch out for more monthly hauls and favorites on my channel soon!

Thanks for dropping by!

March Collective Haul

March Collective Haul

Products Mentioned:

Ben Nye Bella Banana Luxury Powder 15g Repackaged Version - Php 230.00

VOV False Eyelashes - Php 15.00

City Angel Efolar False Eyelashes - Php 15.00

LA Colors 10 Color Eyeshadow Palette in CP215 Sand Castles

Caronia Nail Polish Remover - Php 16.00++

Swan Facial Sponge - Php 15.00

Coralite Cotton Rounds - Php 50.00++

Binaca Tongue Cleaner 

Vaseline SPF24 Body Lotion Refill

Dr, Fresh Velocity Dental Floss 2 Pack: Mint Waxed & Waxed

Luffah - Php 20.00-30.00++

Monea CPR Heat Protectant Spray - Php 98.00

Mega Exte Magic 2 Pack False Eyelashes in 217 and 201

San San Gel Eyeliner in Black - Php 125.00

HBC Essentials Single False Eyelashes in NE36 - Php 20.75

Maybelline New York Baby Lips SPF 20 Lip Balm in Antioxidant Berry - Php 79.00

Artist Studio Flat Foundation Brush - Php79.75

Artist Studio Crease Blending Brush - Php 59.75

Artist Studio Eyeshadow Brush - Php 49.75

Artist Studio Angled Brow Brush - Php 49.75

HengFang Lipsticks in 02 & 22

Check out my YouTube Channel for more Makeup Tutorials, Hauls, Reviews and Vlogs!

Feel free to comment down below if you have queries and suggestions :)

300 SUBSCRIBERS GIVEAWAY!!!

I just reached 300 Subscribers on YouTube!

What better way to celebrate this important milestone in my YouTube Career by way of a

300 Subscribers GIVEAWAY!!!

1 Lucky Winner will win the following:

Wet N' Wild 6 Color Icon Palette in Greed

Wet N' Wild Megalast Semi Matte Lipstick in Ravin' Raisin

RULES:

- This giveaway is for PHILIPPINE RESIDENTS ONLY (I'm Sorry!)

- You must be 18 years old and above, if below 18,

you must have Parent's Consent to join this giveaway

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Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

Smokey Eye Makeup Tutorial

Hooded lids is a common problem among Asians. It just makes applying makeup a challenge! I for one, have always dreamed of having deep set eye lids for a more dramatic makeup look for tutorials, nevertheless, I am contented with what I have. It actually brings more adrenaline since applying makeup becomes a challenge!

This Smokey Eye Makeup Look is perfect for night parties and evening events as it accentuates the eyes giving a bold look. This is definitely not only for girls with hooded lids, this can also be applied to those with deep set eye lids observing application of the eyeshadow to the outer v and crease.

Products Used:

San San Concealer in Natural

Maybelline Clear Smooth All In One Shine Free Cake Powder Foundation in Honey

NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Taupe/Ash

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk

Wet n Wild Palette in Greed

San San Gel Eyeliner in Black

Maybelline The Falsies Mascara

e.l.f. (elf) Contouring Blush and Contour

Baby Lips Lip Balm in Antioxidant Berry

Wet n Wild Megalast Semi Matte Lipstick in Ravin' Raisin

The Wet N' Wild products i used in this tutorial I will be giving away to my one of my subscribers and followers soon! Watch out for that guys!

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla <3

Summer Inspired Makeup Tutorial

It's summertime!

What better way to start summer by making a

Summer Inspired Makeup Tutorial for you guys!

This is a Makeup Look that would suit most outfits since I used mainly neutral eyeshadows for this tutorial.  The peachy colored lips and cheeks sure is perfect for the season.

I used mostly local and affordable products for this Makeup Look, so there's no way for you not to achieve this look ;)

Products Used:

San San Matte Liquid Foundation in 02 & 03
San San Concealer in Natural
Ben Nye Bella Banana Luxury Powder
NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Taupe/Ash
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk
Fashion 21 Color Bar
e.l.f. (elf) Contouring Blush and Contour
Allue Girl Next Door Pretty Cheeks in Desert Rose
Coral Colors Lipgloss

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

BareNaturals Review Series: Mineral Blush (French Kiss)

BareNaturals Mineral Cosmetics Mineral Blush in French Kiss

"French Kiss, a charming, natural looking matte baby pink, ideal for fair to medium complexions"

Pros:

Perfect Natural Flush for my Skin Tone

Fine & Silky

Impressive Pigmentation: A Little goes a Long Way

Contains Zinc Oxide that Helps dry up Pimples

Organic, Healthy & Natural

No Harmful Chemicals

Philippine Made

Cons:

Diifficult to pick out product from small sized packaging

Verdict:

Personally, I would definitely repurchase this product in a larger sized packaging for easier application. I am very much interested in trying out a lot of their shades since they offer a wide array of shades for different skin tones. This blush is mineral, therefore pigmentation is great as a little goes a long way when applying the product. What I love most is how it gives me the perfect natural flush to my cheeks that makes it seem that I did not apply any mineral blush on. It gives me a nice touch of pink to my cheeks which I really like. Overall, this blush really impressed me, not only because it is healthy, natural and organic, but it also gives good color payoff and a natural look to my face.

BareNaturals Mineral Cosmetics
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/barenaturals?fref=ts
Multiply Account: http://www.barenaturals.multiply.com

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

BareNaturals Review Series: Pimple Concealer & Corrector and Bright Eyes Concealer

"Perfect FLAWLESS DUO: pimple vanisher and BRIGHT EYES Concealer It’s an UNDER EYE lightener! It’s a PIMPLE VANISHER and a SCAR ERASER! 

Perfect FLAWLESS DUO hides imperfections and leaves a very natural "no makeup look" finish. It has salicylic acid and various fruit acids, that effectively dry up pimples. 

Perfect FLAWLESS DUO is great combination of matte and creamy concealers and will definitely take care of every skin imperfections! Top the DUO with our Flawless radiance finishing powder, they melt in the skin and sets really well with powder! 

PIMPLE VANISHER The concealer/ corrector that hides pimples and dries them really FAST! What’s good about it, it helps to prevent further skin scarring! It will absolutely take care of post hyperpigmentation from acne! It has vitamin B3, a proven effective natural skin lightener! It doesn’t go cakey and has this smooth finish! It hides imperfections and leaves a very natural "no makeup look" finish! 

BRIGHT EYES CONCEALER Bright eyes concealer: CREAMY EYES for the UNDEREYES!! 
With creamy consistency and nice, natural finish, it unbelievably covers the dark circles while looking very natural! BRIGHT EYES CONCEALER absolutely feels smooth under the eye whereas other under eye products can make it feel dry. Our creamy concealer won’t make you tug your under eyes’ skin! And definitely no creasing! Just always remember: less is more! And top it with our finishing powder! MIX the AMAZING DUO!! The “dry” and creamy concealers/corrector can be mixed to suit your “dryness/ creaminess” taste. 

You may use the eye brightener to help lighten post acne pigmentation. Or use around your nose to lighten dark skin. Available shades: #1 : for light to light medium skintone (neutral undertone) #2 for light medium to medium skintone (neutral undertone) Net wt 6gm Php198 "

Left: Pimple Concealer & Corrector | Right: Bright Eyes Concealer

Pimple Concealer & Corrector

Pros:

Yellow Undertone

Contains Salicylic Acid

Anti-acne properties

Organic, Healthy & Natural

No Harmful Chemicals

Not Cakey

Philippine Made

Cons:

Light Coverage but buildable when layered

Bright Eyes Concealer

Pros:

Yellow Undertone

Contains Vitamin B3 that lightens undereyes

Organic, Healthy & Natural

No Harmful Chemicals

Not Cakey 

Philippine Made

Cons:

Sticky Consistency

Verdict:

Personally, I would definitely repurchase this product because of its anti-pimple and undereye lightening properties. I find it amazing that a makeup product can have skincare properties and it is my first time to encounter such. There may be other concealers sold in the market with fuller coverage, however, they contain harmful chemicals that may cause premature aging to our skin. Nevertheless, this product is very much buildable, therefore, desired coverage can be achieved when applied generously.

BareNaturals Mineral Cosmetics
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/barenaturals?fref=ts
Multiply Account: http://www.barenaturals.multiply.com

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

Graduation Makeup Tutorial

2013 Graduates, This makeup tutorial is for you! 

Graduation Makeup Tutorial

Don't know how to prepare yourself for your special day? This tutorial will show you a Graduation Makeup Look that is apt for this special and momentous occasion of your life.

Products Mentioned:

San San Concealer in Natural

Kokuryu Super Summer Cake in Orange Blush

NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Taupe/Ash - Php 238 http://thepinkshoppe.multiply.com/products/listing/10228/10228

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk

Maybelline New York Clear Smooth All In One Shine Free Cake Powder

e.l.f. (elf) Beauty On The Go Palette

e.l.f. (elf) Contouring Blush and Contour

BareNaturals Illuminizing Mineral Glow in Precious - http://www.facebook.com/barenaturals?fref=ts

Excel Paris Lip Cream in 08

Clinique Vitamin C Lip Smoothie in Pink Me Up

Maybelline New York Colorsensational Lipstick in Pink Peach

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

NYX Eyebrow Cake: First Impression & Review

 "For Movie Star Brows"

 It comes with an Eyebrow Wax, 2 Eyebrow Powders, 1 Angled Brush & 1 Spooly.

It contains 5 kinds of Paraben.

Pros:

Affordable at Php 238

Convenient packaging (Easy to open & close)

Wax keeps the Brow Hair in place

2 Brow Powders to choose from

Comes with 2 brushes

Cons:

Pigmentation is not too impressive

Not long lasting on the brows

Verdict:

I find that this brow powder may not be the best one sold in the market, however, I find it useful in my collection. I usually use it hand in hand with an eyebrow pencil to achieve good looking brows. They grayish tone of the brow powders is very much suitable for black-haired women, therefore i find it useful during makeup gigs. Personally, I'd have to mix it with a brown eyebrow pencil to complement my brown hair.

For the price, you really get what you pay for. It is very cheap and affordable for what you get (A wax, 2 brow powders and 2 brushes). If given a chance, I would definitely repurchase in a different shade.

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

Dinner Date

Top: Penshoppe | Skirt: Forever 21 | Shoes: Forever 21

Necklace: Gifted | Watch: Casio | Bag: Longchamp Le Pliage "Shopping"

Finally a new outfit post on my blog after the looong hiatus. This outfit is what I wore during my mother's birthday dinner. I just went for simple and casual, what I always find comfortable to wear. This is probably one of my most predictable go-to outfits. I love how bandage/body con skirts are so easy to mix and match with any top! Aside from the fact that they are very comfortable to wear, skirts spell classy, elegance and feminism. Definitely number one on my fashion must-haves!

Huge credits to my father who was a great sport taking these photos of me on public! I love my family, my most priced possessions, they are the best people in the world! <3

Xoxo, Karla

Get To Know Me Tag

It's the perfect time for me to finally vlog about myself! This video reveals facts about myself that you may not know! Keep reading if you want to know more about the girl behind this blog ;)

This tag has been circulating all over YouTube and I decided to go for it since I also wanted share a part of myself to my viewers as well.

QUESTIONS: 

Vital Statistics

Name

Nicknames

Birthday

Place of Birth

Star Sign

Occupation

Appearance:

Hair colour

Hair length

Eye colour

Best feature

Braces

Piercings

Tattoos

Righty of Lefty

Firsts:

Best friend

Award

Sport

Real Holiday

Concert

Favourites

Film

TV Show

Colour

Song

Restaurant

Store

Book

Magazine

Shoes

Currently...

Feeling

Single or Taken

Eating

Listening to

Thinking about

Watching

Wearing

Future:

Want Children

Want to be married

Careers in mind

Where do you want to live

Do you believe in:

God

Miracles

Love at first sight

Ghosts

Aliens

Soul Mates

Heaven

Hell

Kissing on the first date

Yourself

I really enjoyed answering the questions as well as continuing the given statements. I find this tag really fun, so I'm tagging everyone reading this blog post right now to also do this tag and share something about your identity.

Credits to Miss StyleSuzi of YouTube for this Tag!

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla

500 Peso Makeup Challenge

A lot of Filipina Beauty Vloggers on YouTube have been making videos of the "500 Peso Makeup Challenge" wherein you are tasked to make a Makeup Look out of the Php 500 budget, which excludes the makeup tools such as brushes. And so, I decided to go for it and see what look I could make with just Php 500.

It was quite easy for me to do this challenge since I have a lot of local beauty products that are cheap and inexpensive, nevertheless, it was still I challenge to actually choose the best products for such a low budget. At some part of the video, you will see that I actually had to experiment and stray away from the makeup "rules" in terms of products.

I used Kokuryu Summer Cake in Orange Blush as my foundation, not only due to the fact that it it the cheapest foundation that I own, but it stands as an all in one product: concealer, foundation and setting powder. Since it actually dries matte, there is no need for me to use a setting powder for my face.

Php 99

Another product I literally overused is the Pinkies Collection Single Eyeshadow in Deep Brown. Not only did I use it for my brows, but I also used it as my overall contour powder and my eyeshadow crease color. I definitely love this product for it's versatility and affordability.

Php 70

I used my Ever Bilena Mousse Eyeshadow in Opal to give an edge to the look for it's instant highlight and glow to the face. This was also useful on applying on my inner tear ducts to open my eyes and make me look more awake.

Php 75

The crazy part of this makeup look was when I used my HengFang Liquid Eyeliner not only to line my lids, but I also used it for my lashes! I had no choice since I don't own an inexpensive mascara fit to the left budget, so I had to experiment. It definitely did not lengthen my lashes but it did at a bit of volume and somehow made it stay still with the curl made by the eyelash curler.

Php 25

For my cheeks I used my San San Cheek Blusher in Peach Blush since I still have quite much budget left since I really saved a lot with the previous products mentioned. And I also wanted to use a peach toned blush since the lipstick I would be sporting has a pink undertone.

Php 105

I finished the look and used my Excel Paris Matte Lip Cream in 501 for a pop of color since the look was basically made of neutrals. Using a matte finish lip product is also helpful in toning down the reflection of light to the lip area and focusing it on the eyes.

Php 50

Computation:                             Kokuryu Summer Cake in Orange Blush   Php  99

Pinkies Collection Single Eyeshadow in Deep Brown   Php  70

Ever Bilena Mousse Eyeshadow in Opal    Php 75

HengFang Liquid Eyeliner    Php 25 

San San Cheek Blusher in Peach Blush    Php 105

Excel Paris Matte Lip Cream in 501    Php 50

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Php  424

(Php 76)

I really had fun doing this challenge since I got to use some products that I don't use so much nowadays, and I got to experiment and be resourceful. I actually ended up saving Php 76 which was cool.

I hope you enjoyed watching me do this challenge!

Thanks for dropping by!

Xoxo, Karla