The New View Collection is one of MAC Cosmetics‘ latest mineralized collections, together with Electroflash and Sonic Chic. Looks like mineralized or “baked” cosmetics are in right now! On my end, I was able to discover MAC Mineralized Skinfinish from the MAC workshops I’ve attended in lieu of my makeup studies. I’ve learned that it’s a very versatile product as it can serve as a light coverage powder foundation, a finishing powder for that soft focus finish, a highlighter when lighter shades are used, and a contour product for darker shades. It’s a fresh, and lighter ( less chances of breaking out as well ) from the MAC Studiofix. With the New View Collection, about 2/3 of the pan is matte Mineralized Skinfinish, and about 1/3 of the pan is shimmery in texture.

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*Takes a deep breath* well, here it is - what I’ve got for my birthday. Last year, on impulse, I got myself a Macbook and a DSLR Camera for my birthday ( of course, my dad paid for my Macbook and I paid for my camera haha! ). This year, the greatest birthday gift I gave myself was enrolling myself in makeup class - I will never regret this decision I made because I know in my heart that I love, love makeup, and of course, my birthday would not be complete without a beauty loot. A shameful one, actually. Hahaha!

This pre-birthday loot was purchased right after the MAC Bridal Makeup Workshop. I got myself a DUO Surgical Adhesive from the MAC Counter as we were going to be taught on how to apply false eyelashes the day after, Studiolights in Ideal Pink, Sand, ( and the darkest one the next day ) for my creme highlighting and contouring for my finals ( I’ve always wanted to do that ! ), a MAC Prep and Prime for the Eyes for my models, a Makeup For Ever Concealer Palette since I’ve been borrowing Jheng’s Cinema Secrets Concealer Palette at class for the longest time already, and two babies that flew in just in time for my birthday, Continue reading

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For hands-on number two on our makeup class, we were tasked to bring in our models , 8 am sharp, applying the “Prime Look” makeup on them within thirty minutes. From my nervous breakdown last week ( see, I always get jittery with these! ), I needed to work with a model that I’m very comfortable with - and there’s no other person in the world that I’d rather do makeup on than my very dear, kind, and not to mention, ultra gorgeous friend Cristine. It made my hands-on with her a little bit less stressful because she’s one of the nicest people and one of my dearest friend that would support me all the way and she’s always believed in me. Not to mention super pretty!

Well, what do you think? A bigger version of Cristine’s beautiful look here.

Well, here are the masterpieces of my classmates!
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What I love most about Sephora is that when they offer gift sets or collections, the prices will just make you buy. Period. They bundle products into a collection, and slash almost 50% off the pricetag. First, I’ve bought Smashbox’s Master’s Class Collection ( Vol. 1 - Smoky Eyes Set ) , and now, my recent purchase is Cargo Blu Ray Collection. The set sells for $59, but all products, when added up, totals to $130.

Set includes a pressed powder, a blush/highlighter, a mascara, and a primer, and a lipgloss quad.
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Cool Blue. Hot Bronze. These two colors are the inspiration in Elizabeth Arden’s new Bronzing Collection. I just can’t help but sigh, with the marriage of bronze, that reminds me of the beautiful sunny weather, and blue that is reminiscent of the ocean waves. Such a perfect combination, that pulls off a mystical, tropical, and exotic, yet classy look!

Don’t you think blue and bronze make a great combo? Reminds me of an island princess.

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Friday is just a lucky day, for Physician’s Formula gives away free bronzers to lucky participants!

No strings attached, no purchase necessary, just well meaning intentions of spreading the bronze love! Continue reading

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Whenever I watch TV, I always notice those sexy, tanned, glowing bodies, and I say to myself, that I want that same glow on me! Going bare, and wearing sexy outfits require being able to bare some beautiful skin, and here are some tips to get that gorgeous body glow!

1. Exfoliate. Like the face, the body also gets its share of dead skin cells, that dulls up the texture of our skin. Make sure to exfoliate once a week for a softer, fresh skin that glows.

The Beautynomist loves : Nu Skin Liquid Body Lufra - absolutely the best body exfoliator there is.

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…and I thought blue was a thing of the past - NOT! This has got to be the most electrifying, and beautiful blue that I’ve ever seen! That, is a Bang on Blue eyeshadow. And oh, take a look at that absolutely gorgeous nude lipgloss ( turned out to be the Overrich lipstick ) ! It has some shimmer, I love, I love! Somebody help me, I am officially shocked, smitten with the C-Shock Collection!

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I was browsing for oh so wonderful gift ideas for Christmas, and I have chanced upon this one at Sephora dot com. For the past few years I’ve been giving away cosmetics as gifts because I’m sure my friends would love it ( I can only imagine them to their dismay if they don’t like my fashion sense Haha! ). This Lipgloss set is a great choice as a gift for the ultimate makeup lover - give her the set, or for your most cherished group of friends who love your makeup but aren’t game for splurging for makeup ( give them 1 lipgloss each, and they’ll love you forever. ). The set of colors look safe and I think that everyone could wear them well. Then…keep that oh so gorgeous gold jewel box all for yourself! Hahaha! You can give two lipglosses each to three friends, or give them one each and save the rest for yourself ( haha, I’m teaching you to maximize your Christmas budget! ) Continue reading

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Sigh, work has been toxic lately as the ber months have shifted the demand curve at another level. That always happens! People tend to want to purchase alot of stuff as early as now, and spending power is really high. Well, since everyone has saved up from January to August, and are prepared to splurge their savings for the merry months! Businesses pick up, and overtime from work starts. Same goes with moi.

Stress sometimes can’t be helped, and it really shows. In the skin. Skin becomes dull, and skin looks tired. I have a few suggestions of products that can try to hide your stress, though the best remedy is to stuff your system with fruits and water! Continue reading

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