Essence All About Matt Powder

Essence
All About Matt!
Fixing Compact Powder
0.28oz/8g

I have oily skin and shine/hulas is a constant struggle.  This powder, I would say is my current favorite in this hellish hot summer weather.

Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream

Missha
Perfect Cover
BB Cream

I might be somewhat late into the bandwagon.  I have been hearing good reviews about Missha Perfect Cover BB cream for some time.  I gave it a try, and I have been a fan since. Here's my quick review on this product.

Maybelline Micellar Water

Maybelline Micellar Water
200mL

Micellar water is a solution that cleanses the skin without the use of soap or even need for rinsing.  It removes makeup and dirt without stripping away moisture unlike most toner (or alcohol-based toners).  Mostly it is used a makeup remover.

Nyx Micro Brow Pencil

Nyx Micro Brow Pencil
Espresso

Nyx Eyebrow Gel

Nyx Eyebrow Gel
Chocolate

Nyx Eyebrow Gel claims this product is waterproof, long-lasting, and smudge-proof... I totally agree!

Batiste Floral Essences

Batiste Dry Shampoo
Floral Essences

This is my first time to try a dry shampoo.  It is very useful when you've been out in the sun for so long and just wanted to refresh your hair.  Dry shampoo can reduce greasiness and bring volume back.  Who does not want to have fresh smelling hair?

Daiso Charcoal Mask

Daiso Natural Pack
Charcoal Peel-Off Mask

This has been out of stock for the longest time whenever I visit Daiso or Saizen stores.  I had seen this before on the beauty section, and because I can't read Japanese, I did not get myself one.  I did a little research and found out that this is one of the beauty favorites from Daiso.  As fate would have it, when I returned to Daiso, it was sold out.  I guess it was sheer luck when I spotted this again.  Happy me.

Skala Conditioner

Skala
Argan Oil Conditioner
Big Tub - 1 kg


If you have dry damaged hair, then this is the conditioner for you.  You can use it as an alternative to hot oil treatment.  The big plus is that this tub is 1 kilograms.  That should be enough to last you not less than 3 months of use.

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Lumiere and LBB

Colourpop
Lippie Stix
Lumiere and LBB

These two colors are part of the Matte family of Colourpop Lippie Stix.  The other finishes are Satin/Pearlized, Glossy, and Hyper Glossy.
 

I follow @dupethat in Instagram and first introduced into these uniquely designed lipsticks.  At first you would think of them as thick lip pencils, but they are actually lipsticks in thinner stick bullets.  It is easier to apply as it sits perfectly on the lip line.

Real Techniques Stippling Brush

Real Techniques
Stippling Brush
by Pixiewoo

Oil of Argan

Oil of Argan
Argan Oil Products
100% Pure Moroccan Argan Oil
30 mL


Wanted to try out this curious thing tagged as "liquid gold" aka "argan oil."  Oil of Argan is one of the local brands that offered this incredible oil.  Bought my bottle from Sesou.  I forgot how much it is, but I think it is in the range of Php500-Php700.

Maybelline Eyestudio Crayon Brow in Gray

Maybelline
Eyestudio Crayon Brow in Gray
Natural Brow Liner


I found a fairly good waxy brow liner in Maybelline.  This particular one is in the color GRAY and is a current favorite of mine.  As you know, locally, it is rare to find a gray liner.  Usual eyebrow liner are brown or black.  The brown is fine, but the black can turn out to be too much.

Pet Cleansing Pad as Brush Cleaner

Pet Cleansing Pad as Brush Cleaner

 
So I thought it would be a good idea to use this pet cleansing pad in deep cleaning my brushes. You know, in the manner the Sigma brush cleaning glove is used.

Rose Bud Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick

Rose Bud
Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick

Rose Bud is a shade you can categorize as an MLBB (My Lips But Better) lipstick shade.  It is a warm rose shade that is easily wearable either with light daytime makeup or smokey eyes.  Because of its versatility, I recommend this shade.

Mint Julep Masque by Queen Helene

Queen Helene
Mint Julep Masque
Clay Mask

My skin is on the oily side.  Browsing through Instagram, I found out about GlamGlow, but it is just too expensive.  It is a face mask made out of clay and volcanic ash that draws out oil and blackheads on your face.  Patches or dots of oil would be visible when the mask dries out.  That means it is actually absorbing and drawing out the oil on the skin... but enough about GlamGlow.

Here is a mask that is much cheaper but utilizes the same principle - using clay to draw out blackheads and excess oil on the skin.  Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque has bentonite.  Bentonite is an absorbent clay.  It is used to absorb grease and oil.  It can also be found in commercial cat litter.

T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel 100% Natural Astringent (Blue Bottle)

T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel
100% Natural Astringent
For Face and Body


I ran out of the Original (yellow packaging) Dickinson's Witch Hazel Toner, and I picked this one instead just to try.

Sleek Storm Palette Swatch

Sleek Makeup i-Divine
Storm Palette

This is probably the most popular Sleek eyeshadow palette.  I love how this is so affordable - costs less than Php1000.

Nyx Blush in Taupe

Nyx Blush
Taupe

I discovered the wonder of taupe from the Lorac Pro Palette.  I find it complements many skin tone.  Since I have been fond of taupe on my Lorac, I am now hitting pan so I had to find an alternative.  This particular blush has been popular for some time that it was often out of stock.  Scored mine on a bazaar.

Warm Copper Fire Eye Shadow by San San

San San
Warm Copper Fire
Single Eyeshadow
 

Refer to the swatch below.

Sugar Plum Fairy Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick

Sugar Plum Fairy
Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick
Matte Finish

This is a very nice berry lipstick.  Take note that you should exfoliate and moisturize your lips beforehand so as to avoid dry patches on your lips.  Dark-colored lipsticks will definitely emphasize those dry skin.