Geez, I was gone for almost 2 months. Again, my apologies. I would understand if you would not believe me anymore if I say that ‘I vow to be a better blogger this year’ hee hee. I mean it! I swear, I will allot more time updating this blog (nose getting longer now) oh well, moving on

One time during lunchbreak, I got really bored and lacking of energy (my body has taken its toll due to rigid workout routines which include: zumba for xbox 360). So I decided to list down my Make-Up Christmas Wishlist for 2012 hahah! I know way too early, might as well label it as my TO BUY LIST for 2012. Seriously, I am trying my very best to simplify my make-up kit, I want to stick to my tried and tested items and to stop trying new collection. But, a make-up junkie can never have too many lippies, you know. Maybe, I’d be able to stop trying out concealers, foundation, eye shadows and blushes but not/NOT lipsticks!

Initially, I started out with this short list (photo above), but to date my current 2012 Must Buy Make-up List is this:

1. NARS Lippies: Casablanca, Niagara, Catfight, Damage, Dolce Vita.
2. NARS Oasis Blush.
3. Benefit Hervana Blush.
4. MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium.
5. MAC Bare Again Lipstick.
6. Make-Up Forever Aqua Liners.
7. Make-Up HD Invisible Cover Concealer.
8. Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder.
9. Chloe Perfume.
10. No. 5 by Chanel Perfume.

Uh-oh, that was quite a long list and it’s just January hahah! Care to share your list?

I got too carried away looking at the cute gift baskets from cherrymoonfarms.com that I forgot this entry was sitting on my drafts yay! So yes, this is the first of my Spring/Summer Series entries. My top blushes and favorite blushes/bronzers/highlighters to use in Spring/Summer.

Benefit Sugarbomb.

Benefit Coralista.

NARS The Multiple Stick in Orgasm.

NARS Highlighting/Bronzer Blush Duo in Orgasm and Laguna shades.

Benefit Benetint.
(perfect for beach events)

And if only this isn’t limited edition, it would have made it on my Spring/Summer Blush list. I am just loving this MAC X Wonderwoman Mineral Skinfinish Natural in Pink Power that I use it every single weekend. Think JLo’s Bronzed face.

My friend, C and I were talking for 2 hours last night. Initially, we were talking about our kitchen must-haves, say this set of le creuset pans and our newly discovered recipes. Then like we would always discuss, we tackled on our most current beauty product lemmings! We both agreed that while we loved MAC products especially their lippies and eyeshadows, their foundation collection tend to cause us breakouts and make us look yellowish if not finished with another loose powder, although, my everyday powder foundation is a MAC Studio Fix  powder plus foundation. We are both on the fair side, by the way. I was telling her that I noticed more dark-skinned women suit MAC foundation while Laura Mercier, NARS, Benefit, Shu Uemura, Lancome and Clinique are popular on fair-skinned women. That is just my opinion.

I also realized that I do not own a MAC blush (save for THIS as I just find it too powdery and too matte/dry on my cheeks. I am a huge fan of NARS and Benefit blushes. On the other hand, a dark-skinned friend dislikes NARS and Benefit blushes because they do not seem pigmented for her skin color.

So if I were to pick my top 1 foundation, that would be Laura Mercier collection. In fact, I am lemming their Spring Collection ‘11.

Something to look forward in April. I.CAN’T.WAIT.!

To complete my vanity kit for 2011, here are 5 more items in my Christmas wishlist . Too bad, I did not get them last Black Friday when most of these items were on sale . Anybody, generous out there willing to sponsor me these stuff hee hee, I swear I’d be your best girl next year. Or if you find these stuff hard to purchase, just give me shopping money instead tee hee. Please, Santa hurry up!

The Story of My Life: I cannot live without a concealer .
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

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

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

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

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

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 .

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!

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.

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

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?”
Dallas
Gives Cheeks a Peachy Glow. A perfect outdoor blush for the indoor girl.