In this series for #skincareforwomenover40, here is another video and blog post on what I do to make my 50+ something skin supple and hopefully delay the aging process. While it is not problematic, caring for it still requires a little boost and TLC to keep it from going south. So here is my step by step guide on how I care for it.
Remove your makeup and traces of dirt from your face with a gentle cleansing milk, Squirt a few drops on the cotton pad and swipe from the center of the face,down the neck and forehead. Use another cotton pad to remove eye makeup and swipe down and remove all traces of liner and mascara with a cotton tip.
Light cleansing milk to remove makeup and dirt in the face. Apply with a cotton pad and swipe from the center of the face, down the neck and the forehead.
2). Wash your face with a mild soap, I like the transparent soap Pears, as this reminds me of my childhood. It leaves skin with no soap residue.
TIP: You can use your eyebrow spoolie spritzed with water and swipe the soap until it forms a transparent paste on the spoolie and apply on your eyebrows to groom hair strands into place.
3). Exfoliate with Cure Nature Aqua Gel ( 2-3x/week) to remove dead skin cells on the face. Apply this onto cleansed face and swirl the product on your face until you feel water beads form and lift up dead skin flakes from your face. Rinse with water. This is called gommage exfoliation.
This is perfectly non irritating on the skin since this product is mostly composed of Hydrogen water so no harsh chemicals will leave your face stripped of its natural oils, just dead skin.
4). Apply your favorite toner to bring back the PH balance of the skin, I use Dr. Hauschka Clarifying toner. I like the Rose smell and its not drying at all. Either Spritz this on the face or apply with a saturated cotton pad.
5). You can skip this step if you’re too tired, this is an added treat for your skincare routine. The Mini Nuface Trinity is a FDA approved home device that mimics the laser procedures in the Dermatologist’s clinic. While this will not replace a stronger current and effects in a professional medical clinic, this is a good alternative in experiencing anti aging benefits at home. It is a 5 minute face lift using microcurrent that will tone and smooth out wrinkles. You have to apply a face mask like consistency from the gel provided, it is Hylauronic acid and any excess can be massaged in the face.
For the first 2-3 months, use it 5x/week and thereafter, can be used 2-3x/week. For Maintenance, use as needed.
6). Apply your favorite eye cream on the contour of the eye and on the undereye area. I use Estee Lauder Perfectionist Cp+R,but I apply sparingly as this can be thick. I switch eye creams depending on the season. During the summer months, I use a water gel eye one and for cooler months I use this one. As we age, ceramides can plump the skin surrounding the eye and reduce the lines around it.
7). Apply your moisturizer, I use Sonia Roselli Water Elixir, again filled with Ceramides. It is light and easily absorbed in the skin. Massage into face and neck area.
The Dynamic Duo of Skin plumpers and hydration, this has multiple uses aside from its moisturizing properties. Scrape a little powder blush for a creamy flush on the cheek, mix a little pump into your foundation and you have a tinted moisturizer with skin benefits.
8). Lip Balm
Often neglected but dry parched lips is a telltale sign you are not properly hydrated. Apply every day and night to make lips smooth and kissable anytime of the day.
So that’s it and hope you learned something new or maybe you needed a refreshed skincare routine, share with me what your evening skincare routine essentials are , I would love to hear from you!
I dedicate this video to All Mothers and daughters whose bond may never know the immense love they have, misunderstood in some ways but always a very powerful one. It will shape every relationship a daughter makes.
We had a blast doing this video and she even offered to edit it for me. Me thinks she wants to get away from doing her last projects for class.
The Sun was shifting and the light was a bit of a challenge. Anyway enjoy our takes on the Summer bronzy look. Thanks for watching!
Face:
Benefit Porefessional
Urban Decay Naked Foundation Shade 4
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer in Sand
Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder
Physician’s Formula Butter Bronzer 6676
Sunnies Face Airblush in Peached
NARS Liberté blush
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter Shade 5
Milani Highlighter Dayglo
Too Faced Hangover 3-1 setting spray
Eyes:
Innisfree Eye pads
Urban Decay Primer Potion
NewBorn Eyebrow Pencil B6
Milk Kush fiber gel brow in Grind
Urban Decay Born to Run palette
They’re Real Benefit Mascara
I dedicate this video to All Mothers and daughters whose bond may never know the immense love they have, misunderstood in some ways but always a very powerful one. It will shape every relationship she will make. We had a blast doing this video and she even offered to edit it for me. Me thinks she wants to get away from doing her last projects for class. The Sun was shifting and the light was a bit of a challenge. Anyway enjoy our takes on the Summer bronzy look. Thanks for watching! Face:Benefit PorefessionalUrban Decay Naked Foundation Shade 4Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer in SandLaura Mercier Translucent Setting PowderPhysician’s Formula Butter Bronzer 6676Sunnies Face Airblush in PeachedNARS Liberté blushCharlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter Shade 5Milani Highlighter DaygloToo Faced Hangover 3-1 setting spray Eyes:Innisfree Eye padsUrban Decay Primer PotionNewBorn Eyebrow Pencil B6Milk Kush fiber gel brow in GrindUrban Decay Born to Run paletteThey’re Real Benefit MascaraLips:Sunnies Face Lip Dip Girl Crush Fenty Gloss Bomb Fenty Glow
Hello Everyone! Thank you for your love!!! Since I forgot to include the brows and eyes in the first video, I’ve also broken down the video in minutes so you can skip to the tutorial where you want to go directly to.
In the future videos as my editing skills get better, I will make shorter ones.
Comment below if you have any questions.
Enjoy and See you all soon!
Products Used:
FACE:
Makeup Forever Reboot HD Y365
Inglot HD Blush 81
Shu Uemura Colorless Face Powder
Addiction Gold Reflection 002
Nars Blush Madly
Hoola Bronzer
Mac Fix+
The Balm Maryloumanizer Highlighter
EYES:
Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer
Graftobian Buttermilk HD used as concealer
IT CC Full coverage cream Medium
Shu Uemura hard 9 Seal Brown 2
MAC Brow Shader Browning/Porcelain
Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 hr Socialite and Pomegranate Punk
Hello Everyone! Thank you for your love!!! Since I forgot to include the brows and eyes in the first video, I've also broken down the video in minutes so you can skip to the tutorial where you want to go directly to.In the future videos as my editing skills get better, I will make shorter ones. Comment below if you have any questions.Enjoy and See you all soon!#acieforesmakeupartist#thewayacieit#supportgigeconomies#supportfreelancers0-5:44 Brows6:57-10:07 Eyeshadow10:42-14:46 Eyeliner14:57-15:50 Mascara16:08-16:41 Clean Up Undereye16:43-17:20 Concealer Tip17:35-19:30 Blush and Highlighter19:55-20:13 Eye tearduct Highlight20:18-21:32 Bronzer21:48-22:01 Noseline22:12-23:02 Lining lower eye23:12-25:48 Lipstick Depotting Tip25:54-26:31 Concealer Eye Application26:53-30:31 Lips
Hey Everyone!
I have a renewed respect for makeup artists that film tutorials! Talking and applying makeup is not easy! I’m not comfortable in front of the camera, I prefer to be behind it. I miss doing makeup on someone and that is my comfort level.
It’s 30 min long, I’ve tried to incorporate a few tips, Its my first makeup video, enjoy the bloopers, I’m learning to edit and film DIY, comment if you enjoyed or liked this. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Product Breakdown:
FACE:
Jung Saem Mool Skin Nuder Foundation Medium Deep
Naturactor Cream Concealer S52
Charlotte Tillbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder Medium 2
Rimmel Insta Duo Contour Stick Medium
Glossier Cloud Paint Beam
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette
Charlotte Tillbury Filmstar Bronze and Glow Medium
NARS Dolce Vita Blush
Tatcha Dewy Skin Mist
EYES:
Shu Uemura Hard 9 Seal Brown 02
Jung Saem Mool Refining Eyeshadow Double Saddle Brown
MAC Fluidline Our Secret
Maybelline Lash Discovery Very Black
KOJI Eyelash Curler
LIPS:
Lisa Eldridge Velvet Beauty and Velvet Fawn
BRUSHES USED:
FACE:
LQ 11 Buffing Brush
Suesh Duo Fiber Concealing Brush
Hakuhodo Highlighting Powder Brush
Hakuhodo Contour Brush Ita Bake 60
NARS Yachiyo Blush Brush
MAC 159 Synthetic Brush
RanMor Fan Brush
Hey Everyone!I have a renewed respect for makeup artists that film tutorials! Talking and applying makeup is not easy! I'm not comfortable in front of the camera, I prefer to be behind it. I miss doing makeup on someone and that is my comfort level. It's 30 min long, I've tried to incorporate a few tips, Its my first makeup video, enjoy the bloopers, I'm learning to edit and film DIY, comment if you enjoyed or liked this. Looking forward to hearing from you. Product Breakdown:FACE:Jung Saem Mool Skin Nuder Foundation Medium DeepNaturactor Cream Concealer S52Charlotte Tillbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder Medium 2Rimmel Insta Duo Contour Stick MediumGlossier Cloud Paint BeamHourglass Ambient Lighting PaletteCharlotte Tillbury Filmstar Bronze and Glow MediumNARS Dolce Vita BlushTatcha Dewy Skin MistEYES:Shu Uemura Hard 9 Seal Brown 02Jung Saem Mool Refining Eyeshadow Double Saddle BrownMAC Fluidline Our SecretMaybelline Lash Discovery Very BlackKOJI Eyelash CurlerLIPS:Lisa Eldridge Velvet Beauty and Velvet FawnBRUSHES USED:FACE:LQ 11 Buffing BrushSuesh Duo Fiber Concealing BrushHakuhodo Highlighting Powder BrushHakuhodo Contour Brush Ita Bake 60NARS YAchiyo Blush BrushMAC 159 Synthetic BrushRanMor Fan BrushEYES:Clinique Spoolie BrushHakuhodo F 8431 Ougi Tsubomi Eyeshadow BrushHakuhodo J5523 Blending brushBdellium Tools 762 Angled Brush
I’ve been enjoying the private makeup workshops I’ve been holding for clients and friends. It’s always satisfying to teach what you know, because you become a student of your students! Yes, especially when it comes to makeup, because no two faces are alike. I always have a sense of fulfilment when I see a client learn how to confidently put on her makeup.
The good news is, this May 3rd, I’m holding my second public makeup workshop, yay! (My first one was with Tommy’s Coffee last year, if you recall.) This time, I am being hosted by Nailandia Nail Studio and Body Spa, in Alabang, which is a wonderful venue for this intimate Personal Makeup Workshop! It will be for only 8 ladies, and I will be teaching everyone how to apply makeup that’s suited for your face shape and personality. I will also include tips on choosing the right makeup for you! Plus, my good friend, Martine De Luna (a noted freelance content coach for bloggers and small businesses) will be guest speaker for the day, and will conduct a short Mobile Photography for Instagram talk, so that you can know how to capture your best looks using your mobile phone!
Registration is through Nailandia, and slots are limited! To register for your slot, please call or text at 63 9176231491 and make payment arrangements. Once you’re paid, you’re in! And, in addition to the workshop, you’ll also be receiving a goodie bag from our sponsors (to be revealed soon on my Instagram, @aciefores.) Hope to see you at Nailandia! Sign up now at nailandia.alabanghills@gmail.com
Nailandia Nail Salon is located at 2/floor Don Gesu Building on Don Jesus Boulevard, Alabang Hills. Muntinlupa City.
March 8 was International Women’s Day. Wednesday March 9 was a beautiful reminder of what International Women’s day was about.
I was recently invited by a fellow southerner and batchmate of my sister, Martha Orosa Uy, to spend an afternoon with her and a few ladies (we were a total of 50 that day) to listen to inspiring stories that lift the spirit and learn from the varied experiences of the speakers that day. It was a coming together of women who want to be inspired in their lives in a TEDtalk kind of way.
Martha Orosa Uy giving the introductory remarks.
Some Members of the group from L-R Penny Katigbak, Marilen Espiritu, Cecile Limjoco, Patty Olbes and Susan Syquia
Martha Orosa Uy, together with 9 other ladies formed an informal group called BIG last December 2015 , an acronym for Build, Inspire and Give whose mission statement is to “start a revolution where stories are shared and entrusted to others so we may understand and become better versions of ourselves, whether that’s being a mother, wife, friend, sister or boss or employee” . Empowering oneself through sharing life experiences is a result of a woman’s wisdom gained from the community she lives and participates in. What a beautiful thought to live one’s life isnt it?
Empowerment is a catchphrase you didn’t hear in the past few decades until only recently. An issue more relevant than ever, woman empowerment simply means to live our lives freely with a sense of self worth, respect and dignity, to make their own informed choices and decisions and to have control of her life both within and outside the home and workplace. This being the foundation of which the group is formed, every month, a theme is selected, and resource speakers are invited to share their experiences and expertise based on the theme of the month. December was The Greatest Gift, January was New Beginnings, February was about Love You, Love Me , and March is So, what do you do?
The first speaker was Ambassador of the Philippines to New Zealand, Virginia Benavides who shared with us the struggles, the highs and lows, and how the unshakable Filipino spirit of bayanihan, faith and love for her country has enriched and carried her through her diplomatic life. Her personal story of being assigned to Brunei was her most difficult and rewarding posting due to the strict compliance of the Muslim laws prohibiting her from practicing her faith publicly. Despite this hindrance, her faith became stronger as it challenged her to live it out and put it into practice which validated her and her job as a diplomat.
Ambassador to New Zealand, Virginia Benavidez
One of her tasks is to see to it that the welfare of the Filipino community is protected and looked after by them when they are oppressed, abused and taken advantage of. She dreams (I certainly agree with her on this one), that one day the Philippine government will no longer rely on our people to look for better opportunities abroad to support their families. Filipinos who work abroad are highly treasured and in demand by employers mainly because they give and serve to the best of their abilities. Values of family, respect, hard work and our faith makes us resilient in the face of adversity inspite of the difficult social, physical and economic circumstances they endure being in a strange land.
The second speaker was Pastor Benjamin Cruz, National Director of Living Waters Ministry who shared his story of personal struggle between his sexuality and serving the Lord. His inner conflict stems from his suppression so he can live his life according to the dictates and norms of society. Now married to his wife Hazel, his epiphany came when he was shifting ministries to avoid being caught in his secret and that he cannot practice his faith due to this hindrance that was preventing him to be his truthful self. He found his truth in the humblest of ways in the eyes of children in a game of ping pong. The Lord always presents himself in the most simplest manner, this time Life Lesson 101 mirroring himself and speaking from the heart with love.
Pastor Benji Cruz fielding questions from the ladies.
Captured audience.
Pastor Cruz became my Aha moment. As a wife, mother, sister and friend the different hats we wear in our lives is the layer that makes us beautifully flawed and complicated, resilient and vulnerable, simple and complicated, to become the best in what we need to do in the situation or to do what is expected of us. Isnt this the virtue of being human? We are shaped by our circumstances, childhood and environment, “We are all broken, we just play it differently”, well said by Pastor Cruz.
The afternoon mood was artistically complemented by Marilen Espiritu, one of the founding members of the group whose creative genius raised my bar in the hosting aspect. Coming into her sprawling home, the scene captured the essence of what a woman is, a life fulfilled and expressed in her art form which is entertaining. God is truly in the details, Here’s why.
Feeling regal at the head of the table. So festive!
Table setting, Filipino shabby chic style
Its always Christmas in this home.
Filipino Merienda Fare. It was such a hot day, I wanted to swim in this sago and gulaman Jar.
Old Milk Bottles repurposed as drinking Glasses.
Colorful napkins waiting to be passed around.
Rosal leaves as napkin rings. Tin plates glammed up with white doilies.
Centerpiece de resistance
Aba Aba si saging na saba may bulaklak pa.
Pregnancy Cravings anyone?
Yellow Corn with individual salt cones ready for the picking.
Yellow mangoes preserved before the taking.
Silver Linings
Peanut gallery waiting for their salt cone pairing.
Truly a sight for all the senses, the beautiful spread laid out for us made the afternoon very special despite the unforgiving heat. It was a meaningful afternoon, I left with the feeling like I came from a spiritual retreat, your mind is clear, your spirit refreshed and invigorated, you gained a new perspective. Gratitude in my heart.
You may follow B. I. G. in Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/groups/936541133106195/ Meetings are held once a month and is by invitation only.
I went to the Jing Monis Salon for my 3rd Makeup look and I was assigned to AlexJ De Lara. I requested for the same “natural” look and this time I had a photoshoot to attend to so it was just perfect to get my hair and face done where I will be photographed professionally.
Barefaced and Recently buzzed.
Using the same before photo since I always forget to take a before photo.
Smoky look with a darker lip.
Subtly blended neutral colors accented with flirty lashes. Brows look darker in this photo, since I tweaked it late in the day.
I used a combination of my makeup loves with the stylists. For the face, he prepped the skin with Hourglass Mineral Veil primer and applied the combined shades 123, 301, 112 of the Koh Gen Do HD Moisture Foundation. For concealer, he used Okuma Concealer in shade 01. He bronzed it with Smashbox Suntan Matte and used NARS Manly blush. He set my face with Koh Gen Do translucent powder and Smashbox’s finishing powder. Brows were nicely peaked with Maybelline brow pencil in a light ash brown shade. My eyes were accented by the Tartlette Palette in the 3 shades second row top to bottom from the left. The outer V and Crease were accented by a darker brown color on the 3rd top from the left. Lashes were elongated using Red Cherry 747S and lined with Loreal’s black gel liner above and below the lashline to give the defined and smoky look. For the lips, MAC’s Whirl lined my lips and gave me a Chestnut looking color that gave me a pouty smile.
This was my BTS look in the photographers studio during the shoot. I took advantage of the FalconEyes Ring light which my other colleagues went gaga over. I took a selfie and this was the result. Look no shadows!
I loved the way it turned out, so far, this is one of my favorite looks. My eyebrows could be a tad darker but I appreciate the fact that he still made it look “on fleek” without making it too harsh looking. I received compliments with this one and the makeup felt comfortable, not heavy looking. Due to the ring light, I was able to see the makeup application up close and I noticed, my brows were lighter than I thought it to be. Late in the day, I decided to fill them in so it can blend wit the rest of my face. Professional lighting is the true test on how your makeup is photo worthy.
I didn’t mind the darker lip color too since I wanted to experiment a bit. My lashes were a bit flirty and it gave me a semi Marilyn Monroe look since the ends were a bit heavy but also still felt very comfortable. This look stayed on the whole day and I blotted my face with blotting paper and refreshed my lip color, I wouldn’t mind going out on a night out looking like this.
How are you guys enjoying this series? Please email me or leave me a message on our Facebook page and let me know — I read every single comment and message. The first installment is here: How They See Acie.
Davids Salon in the south of Manila was my second pick for my “natural ” look makeover and I chose their senior artist Rene Tengco to give me their signature look.
Barefaced and Recently buzzed.
I wasnt able to take a before photo in this second experiment, it was a few weeks after and my hair has obviously grown longer in the next shot.
After, my falsies on the left eye (your right side ) was threatening to fall out. Thank goodness it didn’t.
Semi smokey look
After, Better lighting inside the car
I used my personal foundation, Makeup Forever HD Foundation in shades 123 and 127. For my eyes, a neutral palette from BYS was used together with a bronze shade from Cinema Secrets. A dark powder from Fanny Serrano was used as blush and bronzer.
He combined these two colors to give me a neutral lip tint.
Overall, the look was still neutral, Rene followed my request for a semi smoky look but I still managed to look natural. I went to a beauty cosmetic launch that afternoon and the makeup still held up after a few hours. However for the hair, I was not too impressed with how it turned out, as it gave me the “mommy spray net hair”. Haha! I guess since it was in the growing out phase, they did what they could do to achieve a style that was no fuss and away from my face. The lashes could have been glued better though; they bothered me during the day but surprisingly, they didn’t fall off (so that’s a plus, in my opinion). Overall, it turned out OK and my verdict is, the look that I was going for was an enhanced version of myself. Looking like your own mother is a very good idea after all.
I look like my mom. Her eyebrows were on fleek back in the day.
Give me your comments. How does this compare to Look no. 1?
Davids Salon
G/Fl Corporate Center Finance Drive
Madrigal Business Park
Ayala Alabang Muntinlupa.
+63 8070096
As one of the most sought after beauty and lifestyle bloggers in Manila, I finally got to meet Patty Laurel Filart up close. I was struck by her easy going personality and warmth, she really didn’t have any of that diva star air around her. In fact, she had a lovely glow to her, due to her beautiful bun in the oven which is quite very soon. We shared some things in common, we both lived in the same subdivision while growing up and she mentioned that she was a teacher in a pre school located there.
Her idea of the shoot was more of a very casual, organic and natural vibe, I was told by Martine de Luna (who organized this shoot) that she wanted her shoot to look like it stepped out of the Kinfolk Magazine. Enter Jelito De Leon who is one of the best Instagram and Lifestyle photographers who captured the essence of her vibe. It was really up his alley since his photos are so clean and beautifully laid out, just like how she wanted it to be. Double that with the presence of stylist Bea Marquez (and all under the wing of Martine De Luna of Make it Blissful, who brought her adorable baby Krista who happily kept up with us), it was the perfect shoot.
I’d love to share some behind the scenes shots with you, followed by the final set by Jelito de Leon (also featured on Patty’s blog: MakeitBlissfulXJelitoDeLeon.)
Beauty enhancements for Patty
FACE and CHEEKS
RCMA foundation in Shinto 2, and mixed with Makeup Forever HD foundation in shade 127
RCMA contour wheel
MAC blush in PeachyKeen
Makeup Forever contour shade in no 2.
Ben Nye Transparent Loose powder
EYES and BROWS
Face shop eyebrow pencil in no. 2
Viseart matte neutral palette
MAC Blacktrack gel eyeliner
False Lashes by Ardell in 110
Urban Decay eyeliner in Zero
LIPS
Inglot matte lipstick and MAC lipgloss in Oystershine
I love my job. Weddings are usually that particular time where emotions of happiness, joy and sadness come into play. I was touched when my friend Rachelle Almario called me to ask if I was available on February 11 to do the hair and makeup of her best friend Lisa Antonio. It was her wedding gift to them. This is the stuff I live for.
BFF. Warms my heart.
Lisa and I share 2 things in common, Rachelle is also one of my good friends and that we both just moved into the Alabang area recently, having our homes built within the same year in 2014. Lisa is an architect, she carries the lineage of the late National Artist Ramon Antonio and her famous aunts the Veloso sisters who are well known for their made to order clothes for Manila’s chic society. Her well appointed home with clean and crisp lines give you an indication of her choice in wedding style. The epitome of chic and sophistication echo the simplicity of her gown bought from Rosa Clara.
Channeling Audrey Hepburn
Calm and Relaxed.
Lisa conveyed her wishes to me by making her hair and makeup very simple, nothing too contrived just effortless. She looked to Audrey Hepburn and Carolina Herrera as her inspiration and immediately I knew what direction she wanted.
This is her other good friend Triccie Syquia who was part of her wedding entourage who I also had the pleasure of glamming up.
Thank you Rachelle and Lisa for the gift of friendship and I wish you and TBoy all the best on your new life ahead.
Photos courtesy of Lisa A. Rodriguez and Randolf Evans Photography. Hair by Tony Dusich
Time seems to be elusive. I need more of it! As the saying goes, “It’s more precious than gold yet it cannot be earned, bought or saved.” I’ve barely settled in our new home, and then throw in workshops and events attended — and for added fun, serving clients in between —I’ve had no time to sit and update the blog.
I’m not complaining, I just need more time management and extra pair of hands!
Here are a few workshops and events I’d like to share with you in my learning quest to makeup greatness.
TransDerma Event (September 2014)
Having Good skin is always a beauty asset.
I can’t stress this enough: Having good skin is essential in makeup application. What good is a smokey eye, or a glammed up look if the canvass underneath is not healthy and worthy of a closeup or selfie?
Which brings me to the TransDerma products, and the event launching. I considered an invitation from an aunt of mine, Maricel G. Carrascoso ,who is bringing in this wonderful amazing product from Japan: Transderma Vitamin C and Vitamin A.
Both are serums that are plant-based, free of all the harmful ingredients and other chemicals that add to its product longevity. I’m a firm believer in the effects of Vitamin C serum in the face as it acts as an oxidant, skin brightener and overall improvement of the skin. This has been part of my skincare regimen. Add Vitamin A serum to the skin cocktail mix, and you have the best of both worlds in the magic of youth preservation and delay.
Vitamin A serum, on the other hand, is responsible for skin surface exfoliation and reducing fine lines and wrinkles and is applied at night only.
Both serums are not greasy; they melt on contact. The best part is the packaging, which uses pumps for dispensing for ease of use.
Testimonials from these women were enough to convince me that there is room for one more player in the skincare market. Some of these women who tried all the high-end products out there swore that upon switching to this line, their skin never felt better. Why? If you can read the selling point at the photo at the back of the product packaging, it says product does not contain water. Notice how sometimes we apply a product and after a few minutes our skin color turns ashy gray or dark?
Selling point which got me hooked.
Graziella Ronlan, an international makeup artist and expert in skincare teamed up with Swedish doctor. Dr. Alvin Ronlan Docent, to simplify the skin care program by harnessing the power of natural ingredients combined with technological systems for faster skin penetration. Ladies, there are no harmful ingredients or superflous synthetic compounds so it is definitely safe to use. Free of artificial color, preservatives, perfumes and other synthetic compounds, Transderma products are not tested on animals and are suitable for women and men of all ethnicities and skin types.
If this bottle comes with the model shown, I’m getting more than one bottle!Vitamin A to be used at night.
For more information and orders, call Maricel G. Carrascoso at +63 917 886 8860 and Carmen Ocampo Krause at + 63 917 796 3559.
Marche Editorial (September 2014)
It was a Beautiful Affair. I, together with other makeup artists, Nybie Ng, Charisma Vergara, Daisy Talosig and Gem Uy, were invited by Marché Magazine to showcase our Bridal artistry for their October issue. It was a beautifully orchestrated soiree by the Marché Magazine team, headed by Japhilee Zapata, who made our day smooth sailing throughout. Photographer Chris Gallegos made our models very comfortable and gorgeous by way of his easy manner and photographic skill in showing the right angles of our models. Joaquin Ambata Films shot the BTS. Honestly, I felt like I was in a movie set, but unfortunately I wasn’t the one being pampered, haha!
Below are some scenes on what went on that fun day.
Hocus Focus. Making sure her eyebrows are on fleek.My Inspiration and pegs for the shoot.First look done. Where is my gown Inno Sotto?Selfie before I face Chris Gallegos our Photographer.Its a wrap. Second look done!Thank you Japhilee and to the Marché MAgazine team. Hair stylist Rikki Suarezs T-shirt said it all.
Velada 2014 (October 2014)
Being an Assumption alumnae, we have a yearly tradition of celebrating our sisterhood which we call a velada. A velada is a homecoming or reunion of sorts, which is hosted by the youngest batch of HS graduates celebrating 25 years (Silver) followed by the jubilarians celebrating 30 years (Pearl), 35 years, (Jade), 40 years (Ruby), 50 years (Gold), 60 years (Diamond). It is a song and dance extravaganza highlighting the Assumption education and values, and interpreted as a reflection of what it has made us become the women that we are today.
This year, my batch celebrated 30 years, and our theme was “Still One”. My Team and I did the hair and makeup requirements for the show — and yes, I multitasked! I was both performer and an active participant behind the scenes.
Our inspiration for the presentation was Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, to represent the qualities of the Pearl which is timeless, elegant and precious.
Photo taken from the ACHS84 FB Page. Written by Malou Dulce BetchoMakeup Peg. From the MAC ArchivesAudrey Hepburn Makeup PegHair inspiration pegMy Look for the first day of performance
My Batchmates all made up and ready to break a leg. Lally Aldeguer showing us the signature pose that gave us the confidence. Andrew Ferraris is the choreographer that made us look so good. Photo taken from Leia Regala.
Kudos to my glam team that made us look gorg! Marissa Narvaez another Assumption Alumnae whose turn to celebrate her 25th year next year, Alee Benson, Rikki Suarez, Nida, OJ Cacnio, Toni Gutierrez, Kit Fabia and Rochelle Tiosen.
MAC Artistry (November 2014)
Chiqui Ortiz Dingcong sent out a message in our group, UMAP, asking the members who wanted to attend the event of MAC Cosmetics. She announced that she could only accommodate 7 people to come with her, so I immediately signed up. Anything that involves MAC Cosmetics I try as much as possible to attend, regardless of whether it is has something to do with being a guest artist for that day or just attending their wonderful seminars.
They launched their Makeup Artistry Skills In Minutes program, mainly targeting their huge consumer base on how to apply their own makeup and be good at it. It is a series of interactive videos narrated and demonstrated by MAC Cosmetics Senior artists like Gregory Arlt and Caitlin, who were in Manila recently to give makeup demos, and Romero who I consider makeup gods. (Gregory Arlt is the makeup artist of choice for Gwen Stefani whenever she hosts The Voice.)
Videos were splattered on giant screens showing the consumer how to perfect your makeup skills by following the tips given in the monitor. You click or slide the screen to learn how to do each part of your face by simply following the steps. These videos are available for viewing on YouTube for your viewing pleasure.
MAC Cosmetics has again been in the forefront of merging technology with their plethora of makeup knowhow and marketing efforts to complete the personal beauty experience. I have not seen this yet with the other makeup brands, except Clinique, wherein they provide the client with a board with sliding knobs that asks questions as to the kind of skin and face type one has in order to provide them with the right analysis of the product suitable to the area of concern.
Remember this?
Perfect Lipstick application
Brow Perfection
Gorgeous Polished lookWIth fellow UMAP MUA, Emily and Mikee Raymundo Senior MAC Trainor
I had the privilege of being interviewed and featured in Manila’s top lifestyle hub, When in Manila, a couple of weeks ago when writer/columnist Tonette Nicolas of The Health Junkie, was assigned to do the write-up. We met up with my friend and blog coach, Martine de Luna at the EDSA Beverage Design Studio, to do a makeover on Tonette, to showcase the “Acie Fores makeup” style and aesthetic. We did a “workday to weekend” transformation. Here are some of my favorite shots of Tonette from the shoot.
Tonette Nicolas, blogger and writer for WheninManila.comBefore the transformation…The “weekday” / daytime look for TonetteThe “weekend”/ night look — just a bit of glam to the daytime look.
