Wednesday Tips & Tricks

I'm running a day late for posting up entries!! I've been busy reviewing other products from COVERmagazine that I didn't get time to do daily entries! I'll be up-to-date by next week!

So for Wednesday Tips and Tricks: Here are 5!

1. "A stroke of pink always perks up the complexion"

What I think: True! Either a blush or lipgloss. Do not use dark pink as an eyeshadow as it can give you a tired look. 

2. "Loose powder will keep your foundation in place all day and can also be used for touch-up"

What I think: True! But loose powder is only suitable for those with oily skin. If you have dry skin but an oily T-zone, apply it only there. For oily skin, apply on the whole face. For dry skin, instead of this, rub moisturizer into your hands and just press onto your face to set everything in.

3. "Always blend the concealor in a tapping motion"

What I think: Yes! Tapping is the correct way. Do not rub it in. Also, if you use powder foundation, apply concealor first. If you use liquid foundation, apply concealor afterwards (you need to blend the foundation by rubbing it in, and it masks some of the imperfections with a first layer. Tap in concealor afterwards)

4. "Golden hours for sleep: 10 pm - 2 am, Avoid the sun: Between 11 am - 3 pm"

What I think: haha! I think it's a challenge for an insomniac like me to fall asleep before 1 am. As for the sun, I'd say its healthy to get a little vitamin D once in a while. Enjoy the sunshine, but don't get burnt in it!

5. "Lipsticks require high maintenance, so to keep them on for a longer time, layer lipsticks over a lip liner."

What I think: True! Outline and color in your lips with your lipliner first, and then use a lipbrush to apply lipstick, especially if it is a bright/dark shade, paying special care to the top curve in and out. I think it's called the cupid's bow?

Wednesday Tips & Tricks

So Fragrance Fridays I share with you some of my favorite perfumes, and from now on, every Wednesday, I'll share with you some tips to a fresh and vibrant look! Just in time to let you look your best for Ladies Night! =) 


5 tips that are tried and tested!

1. "For a gorgeous look, apply Trio eye shadows. The dark eyeshadow along your lash line, medium shade on the crease & a light shade up to the brow bone."

What I think: You cant' really wear this for day wear. For day wear, if you'd like to use eyeshadow, stick to a neutral tone and use only one shade on your eyelid. This tip works well for an evening look!



Love these shades! | L'oréal Quad Pro | Quad Yeux Noirs 331

2. "To keep the eye make-up simple, just use Kohl Pencil with a transparent lip gloss & instantly look like a star"

What I think: Works like a charm! For more effect, use a lipgloss with a hint of color! Apply kohl to the lower lash line, and for added effect to the upper lashline. 



3. "Spread your foundation make-up in a downward stroke to keep the hair on your face from sticking up. Also apply it around ears & down the neck."

What I think: True! Use fingertips to blend. No need to go around the ears, but just under the ear lobe. And apply foundation under your chin so it gives a smooth finish instead of an abrupt stop at your face. No need to go on the neck.

4. "Use waterproof/water resistant mascara & eyeliners to get the best look for the monsoon."

What I think: Waterproof makeup is an investment! Not only for monsoon, but for all weathers! Would recommend to use a Lancôme mascara! Those things work magic to your lashes!



Lancôme Mascara | Experiment with different brushes! =)

5. "For fabulous long striking lashes, apply mascara twice. Start with brushing them down and then artistically brushing them upwards."

What I think: Tried and it works! Brushing your lashes down from the top, and then pushing them upwards gives and extra oomph to the look. Think about it: you're coating your lashes from the top and the bottom. There will be a difference! 

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