Mentioned on my last post, that I was really looking for a good make up remover a couple of months back. That’s because I find it hard to remove my waterproof mascara at the end of the day. And I wanna keep/preserve my beauty so I am all for that “do not sleep with make up on” thingy.

So the first make up remover that I’ve tried is Maybelline’s Eye and Lip Make Up Remover.

I am a Maybelline girl you see. The only pressed powder that doesn’t give me break outs is Maybelline’s Pressed Powder in Honey. And I love their mascara too. Plus some of the fashion blogger I follow mentioned Maybelline’s Make up Remover as part of their stash so I gave it a try.

Honestly, I didn’t like it. I find it hard to use and doesn’t really remove my waterproof mascara. I need to put more pressure on my eye lids to remove the stubborn mascara off my lashes that would usually result to falling lashes. *sigh* Eh hindi pa naman ako gifted with long, thick lashes. I also find it too oily.

Though its good for eye liners and eye shadows I guess but you really need to wash your face after with a facial wash or you’d have that icky feeling which I don’t experience in Happy Tea Time. Got my bottle 4 months ago and I barely used it. Sayang! Didn’t really like it kasi talaga. Good thing it’s cheap. A little more than a hundred bucks if I’m not mistaken.

Ay! I used it pala to remove my lipsticks. Specially the lasting ones I got. Yung talagang naiiwan sa lips kahit mag toothbrush ka.

xoxo,

Reigne

Part of the lipstick stash that Arlene gave me was the Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Moss in #101 (Soft Pink). She knew my dilemma in finding the perfect pink lipstick for moi. You see, I am morena, and proud if I may add! But i really want a decent pink lipstick. Pero ayoko naman magmukhang Nicki Minaj ang levels. I wanna be Barbie.

So when Arlene gave me this lippie, I was so so happy! I love that it's pink but not too pink. It's more of a nude pink lippie. Perfect for that soft look that you're aiming for. I also love it with smokey eyes because it just balance out the entire look.

I would usually wear this pink lippy when I'm wearing loud outfit. Loud color or too much accessories. Or sometimes, if bet ko ang Maria Clara look for that day like here...

Eversince I got pregnant, this has been one of my go to lippies. I always always bring it with me. Being pregnant tends to make one look overwhelming. The baby bump itself is just overwhelming so a soft pink lipstick is really perfect to achieve that pregnancy glow. It's very difficult, I tell you! Been catching that pregnancy glow for months now to no avail. But someday, one day, I will. I am actually getting there. I'm claiming it!

So if you're a morena like me and is looking for a soft pink lippie to bring out that Maria Clara peg, go for Rimmel by Kate Moss. It's moisturizing enough and does not chap one's lips. And it actually is lasting finish. Can’t believe that it stays on my lips for hours! HOURS! And it just gave me that soft pretty lips that I so love.

And oh! Thank you Arlene! Buti nalang di bagay sayo to. I love it!!!

xoxo,

Reigne

These babies came all the way from the US last week and I am so so happy!

Len told me that MAC is on sale so I had her buy me my favorite Ruby Woo but when my Ruby Woo arrived, a nude lippy was in tow. Kaya love na love ko yung friend ko eh! May freebies pa!

She says she didn’t like the color of this lipstick on her skin tone as it leaves a little orangey effect and has too much sheen. Len has fair skin and lipsticks with orange undertone doesn’t suit her. So she sent it to me.

You be the judge!

This lipstick is nude with a little peachy tone. It’s more nude than peach actually so I’m wondering why it was named as such. This for me is a perfect nude lipstick for morenas like me. It has a bit of frostiness or sheer in it but not too much. I guess the sheer is more visible if you have fair skin. I actually like it for giving me that Maria Clara peg. I never thought I could ever carry a nude lipstick, it has been my dream for the longest time but every time I try one, I always look sick and too pale so I am very happy that Len found this shade for me.

It’s also highly pigmented but the frost tend to highlight chapped/dry lips so make sure you exfoliate and moisturize your lips before applying this. I also don’t think it’s a moisturizing lipstick so make sure you apply lip balms before hand. But I like that it has SPF15 coz we all want a little protection on our dear lippies right?

I highly recommend this baby on morenas looking for the perfect nude lippy.

xoxo,

Reigne

P.S.: I don’t do make up swatches coz I’m no make up expert and I don’t really get them!! Nyahahaha.. The colors looks so different on swatches anyway. So I tend to put them on my lips. Take note also that lipsticks would look really different on each person. Note that I am morena so most of my reviews are for morenas like me.

I have a confession to make – I have what you call Red Lipstick Addiction. :) Blame my friend Arlene for introducing me to the world of lipstick colors. I have been using my boring Avon lipstick for ages now, you know, that color that only give your lips just enough pinkishness so as not to look too pale. But now, I am all for red lipsticks!! Yay!

I used to think that morenas are not allowed to wear red lipsticks. But now, I beg to disagree! It all boils down to the right color. And CoverGirl’s Lip Perfection in 305 Hot Passion is a perfect example. My sister has darker skin tone than mine and CoverGirl is her new bestfriend. It’s just the perfect red lipstick for morenas. Promise!

CoverGirl Hot Passion is a moisturizing lipstick but is semi-matte. It’s highly pigmented and has blue undertone, thus gave an illusion of a fairer complexion and whiter teeth. I prefer this one better than my Wet N’ Wild Stoplight Red just because it’s a moisturizing lipstick. But they are both long lasting. And both looks great on photos.

It retails at Php395 here in Manila. Very affordable. Specially if you consider the quality of the lipstick. I put lipsticks straight from the tube you see. I’m not a fan of lip brushes and so I love lipsticks that glides easily on the lips and this one is perfect.

They say that this is the “Taylor Swift lipstick”. And I can’t help but give sissy Taylor a pat on the back for wearing this one ALWAYS. :) I also can’t take it off you see.

Them red lipsticks sure made my make up routine much more easier and faster. My BBCream + Light Blush + Red Lips combo is a sure winner. It never fails.

And oh! I ended up hoarding CoverGirl make ups when all I really want is their lippies. I so loving the crème blush now. Will give you a review soon!

xoxo,

Reigne