Archive for 'Finishing'

Just recently, a new mineral makeup line was born – and it is from a joint collaboration of master stylist Henri Calayag, and entrepreneur extraordinare Ruby Gan, and the line’s called Mineral Wonders.

I was given the privilege of trying Mineral Wonders to give my honest opinions about it, and here’s what I am about to do!

The Mineral Wonders line, as of today, consists of four mineral powders – Light Beige Foundation, Tulle Mineral Veil, Bunny Hop Cheek Pincher, and Mud Contour/Bronzer, as well as the Blood lip gloss, and a synthetic kabuki brush. They’re being sold in Myth (Greenbelt 5 ) and in Henri’s salon – Henri Calayag Salon, found on the Ground Floor of Greenbelt’s The Residences. ( Philippines. )

I was very giddy to try this first mineral makeup that is manufactured and sold commercially in the Philippines, because they all looked promising. And now, for the lowdown :
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Mineral Makeup Review : Henri Calayag’s Mineral Wonders

There are days that a mineral makeup addict can get rather tired of looking made up. So why not go for natural, no-makeup look? Yes, that is possible with MMU! And what better way to achieve this look than with Silk Naturals, a budding MMU company whose not-so-secret ingredient is real silk powder.

Upon browsing their online catalog, one can avail of most of their products in affordable sample sizes. With their free shipping a few months ago, I knew it is the perfect chance to try out what they have to offer. And being the addict that I am:

I got a little bit of this and that. Massive, isn’t it?
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Looking Natural with Silk Naturals

This one’s quite a popular mineral makeup product already since a friend of mine shot a “stock photo” of it. Haha, by the way, her name’s Phoebe, and shes a mineral makeup addict, too.

Photo by Phoebe Ramos

I was able to receive a sample of this from the lovely Monica last Holidays when Blusche and Beauty and Minerals were boothmates for two bazaars. Amongst others, I was always interested in trying out mineral veils because I am always in search for those with great oil control, flawless finish, and light-reflecting properties that would help you forget you had imperfections. Mineral makeup is just like that *wink*
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Blusche Minerals’ Phoebe Mineral Veil

Bare Escentuals is just the best when it comes to coming up with value mineral makeup sets. They bring together some of their best mineral makeup, and offer them as a set in a very very affordable price that’s so much lower than when sold separately.
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Bare Escentuals Complexion Enhancers Kit

A few months ago, fellow Mineral Makeup addict Joyce made mention (http://www.themineralmakeup.com/new-mineral-makeup-brand-blusche-minerals/08/06/2007/)
of an emerging Canadian mineral makeup company: Blusche minerals. It’s the Middle English word of blush, according to their website.

At first I was hesitant on trying out the free samples they were giving away. Perhaps I was too preoccupied with other matters at that moment such that the opportunity had passed me by. Come last November 24 & 25, the Grand Mineral Makeup Weekend was held here in the Philippines, and Blusche was on of the participants at the said event.

Then my opportunity came. I was a bit hesitant again to have a makeover. But I gave in since it was for free and you can never say “No” to a free makeover! Lol. It’s always good to be able to test products in the flesh before committing yourself on a full size version. Blusche’s representative, Belle, did such a pretty good job on me using their matte foundation in Crème brulee. I also ended up getting myself a sample baggie and a full size jar of Phoebe, their light neutral matte mineral veil or finishing powder. Plus, they also had a loot bag with more samples to the attendees.
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Mineral Makeup Review : Blusche Minerals

I woke up extra early today because it was my baby sister’s big day – her graduation picture day. Well, ya know I’m not a morning person for sure, but I really did try!

Here’s what I did for my baby sis ( who is not a baby anymore, I guess. ). Only the best for her – mineral makeup ! I don’t want to be hurting her baby skin that I wish was mine!

1. First, I applied moisturizer on her since her skin seemed to be dry on some areas.
2. Second, I applied a mix of Monave Hyeyeon and Caroline Concealer Foundation using a flat top brush to ensure that her foundation would stay put all throughout the day. She told me she was having a speech practice before having her shot taken, and I am not taking any chances.
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A Mineral Makeup FOTD For Graduation Picture

Mineral makeup is just god sent, and I have been telling that to myself and to my friends for almost a year already! But then, alot of my friends and readers have been expressing interest with ready-to-go, mess-free mineral makeup packaging, because they fear for their handbags! Haha! Well, I think some of you would love this entry because I am featuring two very bring-me-anywhere mineral makeup products, Mineralogie Pressed Mineral Foundation and Matte Finishing Powder.

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Mineral Makeup Review : Mineralogie Pressed Mineral Foundation & Matte Finishing Powder

Deck the halls with boughs of…MINERAL MAKEUP! Falalalalalalalala! Tis the season to be jolly! Woops I got carried away! Sorry!

Check out the Lumiere Holiday Collection! Everything glows, sparkles, and just looks bright and beautiful!

This dazzling Holiday Mineral Makeup Set consists of a lumi-lip wand in Twinkle, a clear lip gloss with a dose of sparkle with its diamond specks, Winter Silk Radiance for a sensuous subtle glow for the holidays, and any of the three limited edition eyeshadow sets,
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Lumiere Winter Holiday Collection

Kim from Lumiere Cosmetics, is not only a mineral makeup lover and formulator extraordinaire , she also seems to be a cheerful spirit that just loves the Holidays, and it shows! She has come up with dazzling collections for the Holidays, and boy, am I excited to see them already!

Seasons Gleaming – Limited-Edition Holiday Collection 2007- available for order on November 1, 2007
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Mineral Makeup Promo : Lumiere Cosmetics Loves The Holidays!