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L'Oreal Paris True Match

In the L'Oreal TVC, Jennifer Lopez said that True Match wasn't her first (meaning, foundation), but for me it was and have been ;) Seriously, ever since college (or early high school), up until now,  this is my go-to and everyday brand in terms of tints and let's see why...

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Kanebo Freshel BB Creams & Foundation

I've been reviewing a lot of makeup and bases in this blog but not so much from Asia. Find out more what makes them different.
Let's start first with BB creams which became really famous in the region. I have never tried Kate/Freshel before by Japanese brand Kanebo so this one gave a first impression on this premium Japanese brand.



Freshel BB Creams (by Kanebo)
SRP: PHP 1000+
Availability: Leading Department Stores nationwide (e.g. Rustan's)

L'Oreal Paris Lucent Magique Concealer Pen

"Lucent" by definition means giving off light, translucent, luminous and clear. Let's see if this new corrector pen stays true to its name and 5 target areas (lids before eye shadow, over under eye area, around corners of the nose, fine expression lines and contour around lip area), as the BB cream did.

 L'Oreal Paris Lucent Magique Concealer Pen (6J195 Light)
SRP: PHP 545
Availability: Leading Department Stores

 (+) Texture is semi-liquid, not really like a concealer cream or stick.
After blending
 (+) Color is pinkish cream which matches my arm's skin tone on a bluish light
 (+) Coverage is not too thick but it definitely lightened the arm's skin with a translucent luminous light finish.

Applying on under eye, lids and contours of nose,
(-) The pen is hard to control so make sure you twist it very carefully and do it in dots.
(+) However it's very easy to blend
Using fingers to blend (by dabbing)
(+) compared to the right side, clearly, I corrected my reddish/pinkish skin tone on a yellowish light
(+) a luminous finish can be seen
(-) which means that coverage is average. It really can't conceal that much in the sense of application, only in illusion. If you have really dark circles, this might not work so you might have to double the coverage.
(+) imperfections, lines dark circles were hidden with the illusion of a clearer lighter skin
(+) lids clearly brightened also which is perfect prior to eyeshadow application
(+) Aside from lightening, you can see micro-shimmers (shining like crystals when joined together) which hide lines and imperfections upon hitting of light on the surface - the illusion of a perfect skin right after
(+) But also, if you can notice below (especially on the right side where I left an area bare, it made the eye or the area of application pop because the illusion of light. This is perfect for people who have deep-set eyes.
 (+) True enough, with this effect, it can be perfect for contouring purposes especially on lips or even on the nose area as it will create a lifting effect
Since it's kind of really white on my face tone, I used the Lucent foundation and powder (lined up for review!!) on top as you can see below which gave a better healthy-looking color with good coverage, but not cancelling out the luminous and light effect.
Truly magical and true to its promises! Overall, I recommend and will repurchase this again especially that the price is not that bad! Of the concealer pens, this is one rises above all because of its special lifting/highlighting effect  that could stay for a long time. For me, this can replace my concealer but for those who have really dark circles, you can correct using concealer then top it off with this magical pen!

Hope you liked the review!

Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush

It's hard to find that cheek colour that wouldn't make you look like you're truly blushing all day long. It takes a lot of balance in all the ingredients present to be able to do this and one brand has made it possible, a proud Filipino cosmetic brand, called Human Nature.

Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush
SRP: PHP 295
Availability: To learn more about Human Nature products and advocacy or to learn how to be a dealer, visit www.humanheartnature.com or your nearest Human Nature Branch, or call (02) 224-2224. You may also visit Rustans Supermarket , Beauty Bar, and Shopwise for a select line of Human Nature products.

Human Nature’s Perfect Glow Mineral Blush claims to "have better color pay-off, better shades, better packaging, bigger size, is 100% natural and now comes with a mirror and natural blush brush versus the old one".
Old Human Nature Mineral Blush
New Human Nature Mineral Blush
(+) Based on swatch below, the color is good (interms of hue and intensity) with a  nice consistency
(+) Finish is semi-matte which looks so natural
(+) The texture is like very soft, silky and smooth, like the middle of a cream and a powderl is very lightweight!!
(+) It is not powdery despite the translucent finish it also gives
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Swatch of Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush - 2 coats, with flash
 (+) On face of my sister who has a dry skin, the blush gives a nice glow that's not fake-looking.
Before & After using Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush - 2 coats, with flash
(+) It's also buildable; you can opt to create a more saturated one without looking too blushed
Swatch of Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush - 2 coats, with flash

(+) Like the natural fruity scent; and of course, all the natural ingredients used in this product

(-) Doesn't stay too long so retouching or prep & prime would be needed. This also makes it easier to consume the product especially with its very soft texture (think air blush!). Although although... this is only being sold for PHP 250+ =)
(-) Product (content) can be easily destroyed so be very careful. I once dropped it and half of the content vanished in the air and didn't break into pieces on the ground (that's how lightweight it is!!)

Overall, I would still use this blush for everyday use (for day makeup) and when the sun is really up there especially if you want to achieve a natural healthy-glowing skin. It's a nice first impression for Human Nature cosmetics; and off hand, I can see a lot of potential from this brand especially with its skin care products. Reviews soon!

L'Oreal Paris Color Riche New shades


I had a phase wherein I would look for the most colorful, intense and pigmented matte/semi-matte lipsticks but through time, I realized that they're just cosmetic - intense matte ones would dry my lips really hard, or some would give half-baked colors. I have been a user of Color Riche lipstick for a long time and I have always adored its color payoff given its price but now, L'Oreal brings news to all lipstick lovers and I'm so excited to share it with you.

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