An HD Makeup Studio and Academy Student

I never thought that a makeup school would be this fun! Thanks to my very professional instructors - Sir Jeave and Ms. Steph of HD Makeup Studio and Academy (check their website - www.hdmakeupacademy.com) for making the course not just worth every peso you paid but the lessons and tips on how to be a PRO makeup artist. The first day was nerve-wracking; I was intimidated cos the only makeup I brought was the basic everyday products I use (powder, foundation, concealer and brushes). Imagine how my jaw dropped as I saw my seatmate (new found best buddy Lizel) brought a whole LOT of branded makeup products! My classmates brought with them their makeup boxes and some of them are pro makeup artists already! To my relief, I was thankful to see one classmate brought nothing; but before the class ended, she bought ALL the products available in our school (worth 42k+ but mind you, these products will make your eyes pop!) If only I have that much money to spend on such, I DEFINITELY WOULD!                                                         I will share with you one of the many lessons I learned from sir Jeave - "pag hawak ni J.Lo ang isang makeup, hindi ibig sabihin nun ay magiging kamukha mo na si J.Lo or magiging ganon kaganda ang face mo" (If J.Lo endorses a makeup product, it doesn't mean that you will look like her or make your face as beautiful as hers). In short, don't buy it because it's endorsed by a celebrity; instead TEST the products and see for yourself the pigmentation and the quality of it.                                                         
Now, I will show you the products I use everyday.                                                

Givenchy Givenchy Matissime Absolute Matte Finish Powder Foundation Spf 20 - # 14 Mat Pearl, .26 oz (bought it online for P400; She is not fond of makeup so she sells all her branded makeup products; Sorry I forgot her name and info as to where you can purchase).                          I love this powder foundation! It really lives up to its name. It's full coverage for me; I can use it alone for those "I-dont-want-to-tire-myself-from-putting-makeup days" (hihi😁)                                             Here's the description I got from    http://www.eglobalbeauty.com            Givenchy Matissime Absolute Matte Finish Powder Foundation SPF 20 - # 14 Mat Pearl 7.5g/0.26oz.

Contains ColorIntact pigments to absorb sebum & perspiration Ensures color holding for long hours And allows skin to breathe freely Infused with a powerful astringent agent Minimizes pores for smoothing skin texture Gives a perfectly matt, radiant complexion

Givenchy Matissime Absolute Matte Finish Powder Foundation SPF 20 - # 14 Mat Pearl 7.5g/0.26oz.                                        I would definitely recommend this but it's really pricey and not available locally. (The seller only has one stock for every product).                                                   NEXT IS MY...                                  

YOUNGBLOOD CRUSHED MINERAL BLUSH IN ROUGE P1150, ANY BEAUTY BAR STORES (bought mine at Shangri-la, Plaza).           This by far my holy grail blush on. My sister Irene told me about this and honestly, when I saw that it was a loose powdered blush, I wasnt that interested because I am very stingy (kuripot talaga! Hahaha) but she explained how a tiny amount of this can last for long hours! She showed my a tiny amount placed at the bottom of the cover and applied it on my face, again, my jaw dropped cos a tiny amount can cover your cheeks really well! She was using her youngblood blush in rouge for about a year now and I cant believe that the amount she used was only 1/4! (to think that this blush is really small) So i immediately purchased it! 👍                                                           PROS:                                                            Very pigmented! (You wouldnt believe it really!).                                                     Since it's mineral, it doesnt clog my pores and doesnt make me break out.        If you want the "kakatapos-ko-lang-mag-jogging-mamula-mula- fresh-look" (I just finished jogging and have this flushed fresh look) then grab this shade! They have tons to choose from and if only I have enough budget, I'd definitely buy all these lovies!                                         Very lightweight;                                       CONS:                                                               A bit pricey for a small blush but I tell you, it's worth every cent! Been using this for the past month and it looks like I havent used it!                                                     NEXT UP IS...                                                  

DIOR DIORSHOW MASCARA (got this for free by the seller that I was talking about since I purchased 4 products from her).         This is my holy grail mascara! I have never been this "in love" with a produc before. (By the way, all my reviews will be completely honest and will tell you if it's worth your money or just "ginamit-ni-ganitong-celebrity-kaya-gaya-din-ako 🙈 " (this-was-used-by-this-celebrity-that's-why-i-purchased-it). First coat will be enough for an everyday-makeup-look, but since I like my eyes to pop, (I have deep set eyes) I put on a 2nd coat. It doesnt smudge, doesnt make you look like you're absolutely wearing exaggerated, clumpy and fake eyelashes; instead it balances all the things that I want from a mascara (volumizing but not overly lengthening my lashes). It's pricey for sure (high end kasi!) but I tell you, it's worth it! 👍                                                NEXT UP IS..                                                

KUMA CONCEALER in 01 NATURAL BEIGE P895, BEAUTY BAR STORES (bought this at Shangri-la Plaza).                                     This used to be my holy grail concealer. (will tell you my holy grail concealer now in a bit!) I have always been on the search for the best, highly pigmented and natural looking concealer but I always end up wasting my money! Not until Kuma came 😁 I will tell you the Pros of this product.                                      PROS:                                                           Highly pigmented; really covers my dark under eye circles and Natural Beige compliments my skin very well that's why it doesnt look like I highlighted my under eye circles;                                                   Easy to blend! I really hate it when concealers get really sticky and hard to blend; but with this, it's effortless! The consistency of this product is similar to a liquid foundation.                                        Price is worth it! You wont find a cheap concealer that's very pigmented. P895 for a concealer is a good investment. (I have no cons for this since I love it!).          NEXT UP IS...                                                    

BYS MATTE LIPSTICK IN I DONT PINK SO 3.5g P299 SM DEPARTMENT STORE (bought this at SM North Edsa).               I have pros and cons with this product. I liked it but after several times of using it, I discovered the cons of it. Let's start.       PROS:                                                           Affordable for a highly pigmented matte lipstick;                                                        I love how many shades they offer; I chose this because I wanted the "nicki minaj" glowing pink lipsticks type that's why I opted for this shade (neon pink barbie lips);                                                  Simple packaging (you can clearly see the shade and makes it more attractive);  It lasts for long hours (haven't tried other shades though, probably that's why it lasts on me because of my chosen shade.                                                CONS:                                                         

Dries my lips crazy! (my opinion) that's why i use a lop balm/gloss;                         It melts! Not to the point that I can put it in a round lip container but it melts and scatters on the side of the case and on the cover (I think you can see it from the picture). It looks messy tuloy.                       WILL I REPURCHASE?                                 Maybe. I wont because I dont like how it really dries my lips; I will because of the neon colored lipsticks they have but for the more neutral shades, I will definitely purchase another brand.                            NEXT UP IS..                                                

BYS CREME FOUNDATION in LIGHT BEIGE 10g P649, SM Department Store (bought it at SM North Edsa).       

 I really dont know what had gotten into me when I got this shade. It was too light for my skin! (my face is whiter than my body) but it really made me look like an espasol! I tried it at the mall but never thought that this would make me look ridiculous! (The sales attendant gave me this shade because I told her I am acidic) It's highly pigmented, that I am sure but it's very sticky to apply.  A small amount can cover my whole face but it doesnt cover blemishes, worst, it highlights it. I never used this as soon as my brother, Nikko laughed and told me I looked like my face was dipped in flour lol! I am sorry for those who love BYS creme foundation, this just does not work for me.

 NEXT UP IS...                                              

CHANEL ROUGE ALLURE LAQUE #78 (a gift from a dear friend).                                   I love this lipstick/lip gloss! It's highly pigmented. Just one swipe and you're good to go; but this is not my holy grail lipstick. (I'll post after this my holy grail makeup products). I love the packaging of this, (who wouldnt be in love with the infamous Chanel logo hihi!). Longevity-wise, it only lasts for 2-3 hours. I use this on special occasions only haha! 

NEXT UP IS...                                                   

ELF MINERAL INFUSED FACE PRIMER 14g P399.75 SM Department Store (SM North Edsa)                                                           In all fairness to this face primer, it really holds my makeup for long hours! For a relatively cheap price, you cant go wrong with this. The thing that I dont like about this though is sometimes, after I apply this, once I put my cream based foundation, there are flakes coming out (but it's okay because it comes off easily). I like the texture of this when applied! It's a gel type of primer and once applied, it dissolves and gives you that powder finish feeling. Oh and by the way, if you are very oily like me, this isnt for you because it doesnt keep your makeup looking matte.  Overall, I like this.             WILL I REPURCHASE?                                   I just found out that this is silicone based :( I like this pa naman! A tip I learned from our makeup school - never use silicone based products (except if you live in the US and the likes that has a cool weather) but for humid weather like here in the Philippines, silicone based products are a major no no! You may be wondering why? It's because silicone based products worn after a few hours will more likely produce oil and will worsen your oily  face condition. Make sure to bring a blotting oil or a good setting powder (I will recommend you my holy grail setting powder that's very affordable but highly effective!)                                                 NEXT UP IS...                                                    

MAJOLICA MAJORCA EYEBROW MASCARA in BR333 4.5g P595, SM Department Store (SM North Edsa).                                         If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to MAC's brow set in Girl Boy, this will definitely be it. It's somewhat affordable, because you will get the same results as Mac's (except for the shade, this is a lil darker than the shades of MAC but it still makes your eyebrows lighter!) I love the shade of this! I believe they have 2 shades only and the other one is darker. I recommend this for those who color their hair with light blondes or ash brown shades. Longevity-wise, it lasts! I know some of you share the same dilemma that I used to experience - putting eyebrow powder after a few hours would fade and leave your eyebrows empty. When I saw this and tested, I immediately purchased it! This is what I use everyday, by the way :)               That's about this dahlings! Will upload after this post my holy grail makeup after I started makeup school! :) i just love them! Ciao, lovies! ❤