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Jun
22

The Story of My Life: I cannot live without a concealer :P .
Seriously, I want to undergo those laser-injection-type which could lessen the darkness of undereye circles, but I am too coward since the skin in that area is extra sensitive. So for the meantime, I am happy to have discovered these concealers.

The 1st 2 concealers are my staple concealers as these are the ones I use on a daily basis. The Smashbox is very good for humid and hot season while the Revlon Colorstay during winter.

The 3rd concealer, I have been using for almost 4 years now but the catch is I only use it during special occasions or events which I know I have no time to retouch. And yes, the price is a factor why I do not use it often.

The last 2 concealers were gifts from make-up artist-friends and I love them, I use it during my job interviews and when I know we have meetings or when we have guests and yes, no time for retouch is a factor. They are long-wearing and are not cakey at all. The coverage is very nice, very good for corporate and barely there make-up :) .

1.) Smashbox Camera Ready Full Coverage concealer
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Dark circles and blotchy spots are a thing of the past with this vitamin-infused, portable fix-it stick. The innovative formula contains a soft focus powder to help minimize imperfections and vitamin C to fight free radicals and keep your skin looking younger. Provides natural yet buildable coverage on any area of the face.
$18.00

2.) Revlon Colorstay Undereye Concealer
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Exclusive ColorStay™ formula and soft-touch applicator work to gently conceal dark undereye circles and discolorations, while giving you natural looking coverage all day. SoftFlex™ technology provides a lightweight, comfortable feel. Oil-free. Non-pore-clogging. Non-irritating. With SPF 15 UVA and UVB protection.
$9.99

3.) Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage
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Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage completely camouflages dark circles, minor imperfections and discolorations.
Allure Best of Beauty Editors’ Choice – Best Concealer 2009
$28.00

4.) Bobbi Brown Corrector
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For very dark circles and extra coverage, Bobbi’s secret is her Correctors. Use daily or just when you need extra coverage. Designed to be layered under your yellow-based Creamy Concealer shade, Correctors come in a range of twelve Bisque and Peach shades. Use fingers or the Concealer Brush to apply up to the lashline and into the inner corner of the eye. Smooth and blend by gently patting with the pads of your fingers. Follow with a layer of your regular Creamy Concealer shade.
$22.00

5.) Benefit Erase Paste
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This concentrated, creamy concealer brightens and camouflages in one easy step! Targets dark circles, discoloration and imperfections.
$26.00

Ciao for now, I need to research on green shopping and yes, will blog about cosmetics that also contribute to saving mother earth :) .

Mar
31

For the past weekends, DH and I have been constantly visiting the nearest Prime Outlet store. I always go home empty handed except yesterday when I had to use up my Aldo gift card. It is a good idea to list down things you need and wants to buy so you do not end up getting something you don’t really like nor need. That’s what I do now. Nothing really caught my fancy hence, I go home with empty hands which of course makes DH very very happy. Nevertheless, I never fail to check the Cosmetic Outlet store and for many weeks now, I have been waiting for these 3 items. The Urban Decay Alice in Wonderland Book of Shadow is something I would not expect to see in there but I hope I’d see Mac Pretty Please Lipstick and Benetint. It is always nice to save a few bucks and when I shop at Cosmetics Outlet Store, I always save not just few but A LOT of bucks. Speaking of, I need to take advantage of this free life insurance quote before it expires. Have a blessed Holy Week everyone!
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Jul
24

I want! I want! I want! is written all over my face! I really want to buy these Benefit blushes yay! My cousin-in-law and I were supposed to be meeting a disability insurance agent from Allsup. We were a little early for the appointment and so we found ourselves tinkering cosmetics at Sephora to kill time :) . So I immediately made a mental list of what I want to buy next.

These Benefit Blushes are my top priority. Perfect for Summer and I love LOVE the scent it leaves my cheeks.

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CORALista
A warm coral-pink powder that warms up your complexion.

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Dandelion
Fake awake with Dandelion – Benefit’s ballerina-pink pressed highlighting powder. Just one stroke of Dandelion takes your complexion from dull to radiant in an instant. It’s shimmery, satiny, radiant, perk-me-up finish is guaranteed to make them wonder …”How do you look so pretty at eight in the morning?” 2159828
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Gives Cheeks a Peachy Glow. A perfect outdoor blush for the indoor girl.