How to clean your Beauty Blender?

I stopped using my beauty blender for the past months as I don't know how to clean them correctly. I've tried cleaning them with body wash but was not satisfied with the result. Since it's a sponge, you can never be sure that it's bacteria free even after cleaning them with soap.

After doing some research, I found out the best and effective way to clean your beauty blender. So here are the steps:

1. Place your beauty blender on a microwavable container and put a small amount of water just enough to soak it.

2. Put it inside the microwave for 10 seconds.

3. Let it cool for a few minutes and remove from the microwave.

4. Squeeze the excess water from the beauty blender.

5. Use a brush cleaner or a dishwashing liquid to wash the beauty blender.

6. Rub it on a circular motion using the palm of your hand or a brush egg cleaner to remove the makeup.

7. Rinse off and make sure that there are no more marks of makeup on the beauty blender.

8. Let it dry.

Maybelline New York Velvet Matte Mat12

Got this beauty tip from a friend who's also a lipstick lover like me. So the next day I got myself the Mat12 from Maybelline's Velvet (Vivid) Matte Collection. The original price costs Php345 but it was on sale for Php280 when I got it from Watsons.

The Mat12 is a pretty nude pink that's great for an everyday wear. It's the perfect addition to my MLBB (My Lips But Better) collection. It has a doe foot applicator that helps you apply the lipstick evenly.

Here's a swatch of Mat12:

Here's how the lipstick looked on me when I wore it today:

So here are my thoughts about the product:

PROS:

• The product glides on easily on the lips and is easy to apply
• Non-drying, your lips feel smooth and hydrated throughout the day
• No awful smell
• Great for everyday wear or for a "no makeup" makeup look

CONS:

• It's not really matte but creamy matte
• To make it look matte, you have to dab a tissue on your lips
• Not long lasting. It doesn't stay on my lips after eating a meal or drinking liquid
• It transfers

Nevertheless, if I'm asked if I would repurchase it, I'd say yes despite the cons. This is mainly because I love how the lipstick looks good on me and how it can be very hydrating on the lips. It's a gorgeous nude color for an everyday wear.

xoxo,

Summer Beach Essentials

Summer is here and the hotness of the weather is overwhelming. This is the time of the year where we usually take time to schedule ourselves for a day at the beach or an afternoon at the swimming pool to beat the hot weather.

So if you are out for a quick summer getaway, here are some of my Ultimate Summer Essentials when packing for my trip. You might find this very helpful when packing for your trip as well. I feel that every girl should have this survival kit for a fun-filled summer getaway may it be to the beach or at the pool.

So let's start with the sun shade essentials. 

Here I have a cute light brown hat that will perfectly compliment any summer getup. This will protect your hair from the heat of the sun. I got this from Gaisano for only Php250.

My Daily Face Routine

Our face is one of the most important part of the skin that we need to take extra care everyday. It is what we used to face other people and what usually gives a first impression of ourselves.

So here are my daily skin routine for my face to ensure my face remains clean and smooth even after wearing makeup for the whole day. I hope this post will also help you make your own daily skin routine.

My Mini-Survival Kit

I've been so fond of watching Michelle Phan in You Tube. She has inspired me and taught me a lot about how to do make-up. Just recently Michelle posted on her video and about her night-out favorites and her own mini-survival kit. Watching the video inspired me to do my own mini-survival kit.

Here's the link of her You Tube video:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nKzwZu9g3yQ

So here's my Michelle Phan inspired mini-survival kit.

What's inside?

Colour Collection's Raspberry Wine Lipstick

I recently got the Skin Care Series Moisture Intense Lipstick in Raspberry Wine from Colour Collection and I'm very excited to try it out. 

First off, let's start with the packaging.

The box and the packaging itself is all white. The design is plain and simple with the Colour Collection logo at the top of the lipstick container. Meanwhile, the description and variant of the lipstick is located at the bottom.

The Wonders of Sante Barley

One glass of the Barley juice 30 min before breakfast everyday can do wonders. I am a believer and a user of Sante Barley. I started drinking Barley last February and in a span of 6 months my left and right ovaries were cleared from cyst.

Drink Barley Everyday for a healthier you.

Cheers!

Lheyvens 💋

Sophie Martin Lipstick Review - Ice Pink

Hey Ladies!

Today I'm going to blog about the latest lipstick I bought a few weeks ago. I've been looking for a pink lipstick that would blend in with my complexion. Thanks to my officemate, Annie for recommending this product to me.

Sophie's Lipstick in Ice Pink gives your lips a matte finish. This lipstick costs Php79.00 which I think is very affordable for a high quality lipstick. Aside from Ice Pink, I also have the Russian Red and Caramel Sugar.