Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals - Tried and Tested

Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals is now my preferred brand for powder foundation and you must try it! Previously, I was using Maybelline's Angel Fit powder foundation but for some reasons, my shade was not available and I just had to grab a replacement right away. I was not a fan of the Clear Smooth line since I tried their liquid foundation which did not sync the right way with my skin and I also tried their face powder which was not enough to cover the blemishes that I had before. But with the Clear Smooth Minerals product, now I am a believer.

Mineral make up is best for sensitive skin, it is very light weight and is made of pure ingredients free from preservatives, oils, and fragrance. Acne can be caused by make up and using mineral make up can lessen the instances of blemishes, black heads, clogged pores, and pimples. I have tried Bare Essentials mineral make up too but had to stop since it was too expensive for me at around Php 2,000 ++ and it was not available in department stores.

Maybelline's Clear Smooth Minerals is only Php 599 for 8grams, comparing with my Angel Fit foundation - Clear Smooth Minerals contains more powder and you only need a little dusting here and there for a smooth finish. The packaging also comes with a 100% natural Kabuki Brush. It also contains SPF or sun protection formula 25.

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Based on my 2 months usage (it's very tipid to use) it is perfect for oily skin, looks great on photos, and has a super natural finish and feel - you yourself will wonder if you really are wearing any make up at all.

It also reads on the packaging that Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals is clinically proven:

- Safe for Sensitive Skin
- 36% Improvement on Skin Radiance
- 16% Improvement on Skin Smoothness
- 35% Improvement on Skin Tone

It's fairly difficult for any lady to find the perfect powder foundation but I highly recommend Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals for its natural smooth and light weight finish plus it's affordability and availability.

Summer Make Up - Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer

With more sunny days ahead, not only clothing should be kept light and simple but also your make up! Through the launching of Tameraonline.com, the latest online make up shop to hit the Philippines, I was able to put Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer to the test. This is not available in the Philippines but you can get it from Tameraonline.com, did I tell you that a beauty queen is behind this business? More about that later.

Nothing but the Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer, road tested at Tagaytay

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer is more of a tinted moisturizer than a liquid foundation. BUT it covers up blemishes, acne scars, and uneven skin tone very well considering that it is very light. Tip: If you want to cover more areas, just slowly pat that area with more Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer and blend it outwards.

Tameraonline.com - the first and only online cosmetics store in the Philippines

You can apply the Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer with your fingers, like how you would apply a regular moisturizer or sunblock. This tinted moisturizer contains SPF 20 and Retinol that can smoothen fine lines. What I noticed though is it really smells like sunblock, perfect for summer! :)

There is no need to apply loose powder after Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer. I have an oily face but the "tint" did not slide at all or made weird cracks whatsoever. It was as if I was wearing nothing but the sunblock my dermatologist gave me. Hence, Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer would work even better for people with normal skin. My face looked au naturale and I was happy.

Tamera Szijarto shared her love for beautiful things and make up

My shade is 20 Fair to Light, personally chosen by Ms. Earth Beauty Queen - Tamera Marie Szijarto the genius behind Tameraonline.com. Thanks to Tamera Online, innovative and organic make up brands like Neutrogena, Physician's Formula, Smashbox, and Benefit are now within convenient reach! The online shop accepts credit card, PayPal, bank deposits, and even checks. If you order now, you can get it at your doorstep the next day. Sweet :)

Surprising Make-up Tips from Aan Pineda

During the SoFA workshop at Retail Lab, make-up artist Aan Pineda shared surprising tips and ideas all about make-up!

1. Before anything else, make neat eyebrows. How? Put foundation first around your eyebrows where stray brows are. This will protect your skin from the blade. With the foundation, you can now shave using a safe eyebrow blade which is available in Watson's and other beauty shops.

2. Clean your face with your favorite toner. This ensures smooth and clean application of foundation. Aan Pineda's favorite foundation is V.O.V which is made in Korea. It only costs around Php 500 according to my seatmate :)

3. Apply the V.O.V foundation using a clean sponge. Your hand must be very light to prevent skin damage. Aan says we can use our fingers to apply the foundation evenly and control it easily. Just be sure to disinfect your fingers.

TIP: V.O.V foundation can also serve as your concealer

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4. Use bronzer to prevent looking like a Japanese Geisha with a full white face. Apply the bronzer on the sides of your face like the topmost forehead and outer parts of the cheeks and chin. Blend it lightly with the foundation using the clean side of the sponge.

5. Set the foundation and bronzer with face powder. Aan simply uses Johnson's face powder with a brush.

TIP: you can get make-up brushes from art stores and they're just the same as the expensive ones according to Aan.

Recommended type of brush is sable which is very soft. The price tag on his brush was only Php 27.00 (wow)

6. Now you can put on the eyeshadow with your bare fingers again and blend with a blending brush.

7. Use eyebrow powder instead of eyebrow pencils which can make your eyebrows look fake. Eyebrow powder looks more natural and soft.

8. Aan Pineda recommends Maybelline Intense XXL for eyelashes. When applying mascara, focus on the tips of the eyelashes.

9. The best blush colors for the season are pinks and apricot.

10. Finish everything again by brushing your face lightly with powder.