I ♥ Matte (NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Review)

Who's a fan of Matte Lipsticks? I am! I just really love how dainty matte lipstick looks, not to mention, it's staying power. However, the thing we hate about it? It's drying and causes chapping of the lips. And we all know that chapped lips is a NO NO! It doesn't only look unpleasant but it also hurts especially when the weather is not helping.

Good news! A lot of makeup brands have launched lip products with matte finish but keep the lips moisturized. One of which is NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream.

"Neither lipstick nor lip gloss—this is matte lip cream. A new kind of pout paint that goes on silky smooth and sets to a matte finish. Soft Matte Lip Cream is surprisingly durable and, unlike some matte lipstick formulas, also moisturizing."

Upcoming Concert: A Drop in the Ocean

"We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop."

- Mother Teresa

Hi Guys! This is just a quick post to promote my choir's (Ateneo College Glee Club) upcoming concert. If you're a choir enthusiast or simply a music lover, you should definitely watch this once-in-a-lifetime performance.

A DROP IN THE OCEAN

For the Benefit of the Ateneo Sesquicentennial Scholarship Fund

featuring

the ATENEO de MANILA COLLEGE GLEE CLUB

Ma. Lourdes Venida-Hermo, conductor

the ATENEO CHAMBER SINGERS

Jonathan Velasco, conductor

and

the CAPELLA OF CALVIN COLLEGE

Joel Navarro, conductor

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ADMISSION IS FREE

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For more concert information, contact:

Alex at (0917)588-0810 or Miggi at (0920)905-5175

You read it right! It is for FREE! However, donations will be accecpted and will be given to the Scholarship Fund. Again, don't miss the chance to watch 3 Award-winning choirs perform on one stage.

See you there! :)

Quality ≠ Expensive (Makeup Brush Haul and Review)

If you're a makeup lover and still looking for quality makeup brushes, this post is for you!

 Another long overdue product haul and review but better late than never! Last October, I tweeted about the super cheap yet quality brushes in Landmark. They were having their Cosmetic Sale back then and all makeup brushes were discounted by 10%.

Though I have a collection of trusted brushes with me, I can't help myself to get hold of at least a couple of new brushes every now and then. One of the biggest investments of MUAs is a good set of makeup brush. And good ones don't normally come cheap. Even a basic set for everyday use can be quite expensive. That's why after visiting Landmark and seeing these brushes, I immediately raved about it on my Twitter account to let my friends know how SULIT it is.

1) Eyeliner Brush 2) Mini Concealer Brush 3) Small E/S Brush 4) Smudger Brush 5) Kabuki Brush 6) Marionnaud N°38 Brush

Organic is IN (Human ♥ Nature Product Review)

One of my readers requested me to do a review of local products, specifically Human ♥ Nature. And as promised, let me give to you my very 1st HN product review. For those of you who are not aware of the brand, here's a quick overview.

"Gandang Kalikasan (a brainchild of Gawad Kalinga), Inc., the company that brings you the Human Nature range of natural beauty products is founded on three core principles of being PRO-PHILIPPINES, PRO-POOR, & PRO-ENVIRONMENT.The company continues to strive for providing prosperity to the Philippines through successful and sustainable social enterprises and quality natural products for all Filipinos. "

Like other affiliates of GK, Human Nature employs GK residents and has started to work on a Human Nature organic farm in Bulacan.So when you buy their products, you're actually hitting 2 birds with 1 stone. You don't only give your skin a favor (because it's organic) but you also help you also give jobs to you're fellow Filipinos.

Luckily, I didn't have a hard time looking for dealers since I have a co-worker who's one. And since I'm new to the brand, I decided to buy only a couple of stuff in small quantities. My first purchases were the Balancing Facial Wash and Toner.

Season's Greetings

Hello everyone! I know that I've been MIA for such a long time. And I think I owe you a little explanation. Christmas season is always a busy one for the Ateneo Glee Club. We had performances almost everyday (yes, even on weekends) thus giving me no time to blog. But I promised myself that this coming 2012, I'll make blogging a habit.

Anyway, I made this blogpost just to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to come! I have to say that I am stoked for 2012. So many things to look forward to! I can feel that 2012 will be a more exciting year for all of us!

By the way, here's a sneak peek of some of the products I will be reviewing soon.

Aren't they lovely? I got these babies last Christmas from my brother.

Well, I hope that got you a bit excited for my upcoming posts. And oh, I almost forgot. I know that I just started blogging, and yes I know that my hits are nothing compared to other local beauty bloggers. However, I would like to take this oppotunity to thank all of my readers (whether a you're a friend or just happen to pass by). It's always a joy to read and hear your comments about my posts. I will try my best to grant your requested tutorials and reviews.

That wraps up my blogpost! I hope you're all enjoying your holidays. :)