Jordana Complete Cover Maximum Coverage 2-in-1 Concealer Foundation Review

I've had this Jordana Complete Cover Maximum Coverage 2-in-1 Concealer Foundation for quite some time but I didn't get around to use it a lot especially since I have been using Cushion Foundation mostly.  But on and off, I've been using this product at least once a week for the past 6 months, took me awhile, but I'm finally ready to share my thoughts.

Jordana Complete Cover Maximum Coverage 2-in-1 Concealer Foundation

Php

Jordana Says ---

Meet your secret weapon for making dark circles and spots look like they’ve vanished! Complete Cover 2-in-1 Concealer & Foundation evens out skin tone when applied as an all-over foundation, and also works as a full coverage concealer—just dab onto trouble spots for a quick fix. Complete Cover 2-in-1 Concealer & Foundation = the ultimate in double-duty beauty!

• Max full coverage
• Oil-free formula
• Evens out skin tone
• Blurs the look of flaws
• Suitable for all skin types
• Made in USA

Jordana FabuBrow Eyebrow Pencil Review

How many brow pencils have I reviewed?  A LOT!

And I will keep on reviewing them because I believe that's YOUR most requested product to review!  

I've read all your queries, I've seen all your DMs especially when I talk about brows on #AMWIgStories  I understand the strong need for a good pair of brows because... I recently saw a video of myself 10 years ago and I look different with a thin line of brows!  (Yes girls, once in my life, I had this super thin, worm-like brows plastered on top of my eyes!)

One brand that I tried is from Jordana USA called FabuBrow Eyebrow Pencil.  I got the shade 02 Medium Brown which I think is a universally flattering shade for most Filipinas.

On US website, they have 6 shades to choose from --- 01 Taupe, 02 Medium Brown, 03 Dark Brown, 04 Light Taupe 05 Soft Brown and 06 Midnight Brown.  But in the Philippines, I believe they only carry 3 shades (Taupe, Medium Brown and Dark Brown).  I personally wish they have something that would cater girls with redheads!

I thank the Jordana USA heavens that they did not create anything with "black" because black should never be used on brows!  Even with extremely dark hair, I highly recommend Dark Brown or Gray shade!

Jordana Made To Last Eyeshadow Primer Review

So I personally do not use Eyeshadow Primers on a daily basis but whenever I attend events or go out for long periods of time, I make sure to apply a thin layer of any eyeshadow primer of choice (whichever I have to review).  I have been very vocal about my drugstore favorite Etude House Proof 10 Eyeshadow Primer and recently, I've been testing the Jordana Made to Last Eyeshadow Primer in 01 Nude which actually reminds me so much of the Etude House one.

Housed in a tiny lipgloss-type of tube, I actually like the squeeze-type packaging of all because I can easily control the amount of product to be dispensed.



Jordana Made To Last Eyeshadow Primer Says ---

Intensifies any eyeshadow color

Prevents creasing and fading

Easy blending for a pro look

Made in USA

Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer Review

So I am finishing up concealer after concealers!  I realize, I am turning to be like my big sister (Hi Sister!)  She can't live without concealer and I am starting to understand how she feels!  (All thanks to late night jobs and waking up early morning for Kyle's school!)

That's why when I saw the Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer, I knew I had to pick this up especially since the shade seems exactly what I need!

It comes with a small compact that contains 2 shades of concealer.  The shade I got is called 10 Natural Beige and it comes with a concealer that has more orange base and a lighter version of that on the other side.

Essence Camouflage Cream Concealer says ---

• Very high coverage of skin imperfections and dark circles
• shades to perfectly match every skin tone

Deborah Milano DD Daily Dream Anti Age Foundation Review

So I was told the Deborah Milano DD Daily Dream Anti Age Foundation is one of the bestselling base makeup from the brand!  Who am I to agree or disagree without trying it first right?

So after hearing raves about this foundation on how it perfectly matches your skin like you're not wearing any makeup at all, I had to grab a bottle and test this out for months! (Months because I use this on and off and I don't wear foundation on a daily basis)

The shade I got for review is in Beige, the shade Beige from Deborah Milano Foundation has more "orange tint" to it than other brands, most Beige color in other brands appear more yellow while Deobrah Milano DD Foundation is warmer so you definitely have to try out testers to get the right shade.

Deborah Milano DD Daily Dream Anti Age Foundation Says ---

"DD Daily Dream is an ALL IN ONE foundation of technological excellence.
Recommended by 30 years, it covers and corrects imperfections intensely moisturizes and protects, prevents and reduces blemishes and discolorations, enlightens and enlivens the complexion for skin that looks younger, even and luminous. The DD Daily Dream formula is enriched with powerful active ingredients and effective to ensure the skin a perfect make-up and performance of essential treatment for its beauty. Its texture, soft and creamy, lightly fragranced with green notes, blends perfectly with the skin is immediately more homogeneous, smooth, uniform and full of light. With SPF 15."

A Very Subtle Highlighting Powder

Strobing is super "in" since last year!  But as much as we love the "strobing effect" on photos, it looks really unnatural (and to some...oily) in person!  So the Queen of Natural-looking makeup (Yes, I hailed myself that! #walangkokontra) is on the lookout for the most natural highlighting product.  And I may have found one!

Catrice Cosmetics Limited Edition Strobing Duo Highlighter 

Php499.00

The shade says C01 Strobing Surpreme but I am reading it as Strobing SUPREME.  Could be a spelling mistake but it doesn't matter to me.



This is a LIMITED Edition product so if you can still find them at SM Beauty Stores, grab them before it's too late!

Deborah Milano Dress Me Perfect Fluid Concealer Review

Concealer has always been my best friend for the past years and I have been finishing up concealer after concealer because I really need them to hide my undereye circles on a daily basis!  

READ AGAIN:  ON A DAILY BASIS!

So given a chance to purchase makeup, I'll always go for concealers and face powders (to set) because I use them up the most quickly.

I recently chanced upon an inexpensive brand called Deborah Milano!  Known for their base makeup, I had to pick this up after trying out testers.  The feel and texture is just right so I went ahead and go for shade 3 which is their darkest, at the same time, has the most orange tone to it to correct my dark undereye circles.

Deborah Milano Dress Me Perfect Fluid Concealer

Php499.00 

Deborah Milano Says ---

A liquid concealer that naturally minimises and disguises minor imperfections and blotchy complexions.  With its creamy consistency, the concealer glides over skin and blends perfectly with the complexion, avoiding an unattractive “masky” effect.  Formulated with “soft focus” micro-spheres that change the angle of light reflected on the skin, the concealer creates an optical effect that minimises imperfections.  The result is luminous, firm skin and remarkably less visible dark circles.

Available in 3 shades:
• 01 Light Beige
• 02 Light Rose
• 03 Apricot

Does Catrice Mattifying Powder Give Me The Healthy Look?

I use face powder more than any other "base makeup" on a daily basis.  Well, adding a concealer to that, I am drawn to purchasing more face powders and even more drawn to face powders that does not only mattify but gives a nice healthy glow.

Yes, I have dry skin, so that's the reason why I make sure to look for powders that does not enhance dry patches and this powder went through an AMW test!

Catrice Healthy Look Mattifying Powder Translucent in 010 Luminous Light

Catrice says ---

"Perfectly matt. The velvety texture with a translucent finish melts with the skin and adapts to all skin tones. A harmony of four shades gives the complexion a healthy and fresh look, providing the face with a soft and matt finish. The interaction of four colours results in a summery burst of freshness. Get the “back from holiday“ look!"

Found A Super Natural Blush in Essence Satin Touch

If there's ONE blush that I have to keep-safe even if it expires, surprisingly, I have an answer.  It would be the Mineraux Skin Perfecting Minerals Beach Tan Bronzer.  Oh, I blogged about that bronzer/blush 2009 and it has been what?  8 Years?

True enough, if you open my make up dresser, you'll see this tiny pot of Bronzer until this very day.  There is just ONE big reason why I kept it until this day and probably longer.  Okay, there's 2!

1. It really looks good on me and I feel great wearing it.

2. This was the blush I wore the day before my mom went through her surgery which turned out to be really bad (related post: How to deal with Depression and my personal story), she complimented how nice the color of my cheeks was and I clearly remembered how I did not mention it was because of the blush and accepted the compliment like I was a natural Goddess!  *hahaha*

During one of Bhagi's Shopping Event, I chanced upon an Essence Cosmetics counter and took ONE look at this particular blush, didn't do any swatching, and just knew the shade is right (and very similar to the Mineraux Beach Tan Bronzer that I like which isn't around anymore by the way), I picked this last piece and knew I made the right decision when I saw this photo.

Okay, it isn't exactly the same, the Mineraux one has better sheen while this particular blush leans more to the demi-matte finish, I still find this the closest blush that I would love and keep close to my heart.

Essence Satin Touch Blush in 20 Satin Love

Php149.00 (approx $3.30)

Brands to Watch Out For from Bhagi's International

I was invited a couple of days ago experience, swatch, play and get-to know professional quality European and US brands distributed by Bhagi's International.  Yes AMW friends, Bhagi's International is a company to thank for because brands that we only get to read from our favorite international beauty bloggers are finally within reach!  Brands like Catrice Cosmetics, Deborah Milano, Essence Cosmetics, Flormar Cosmetics, Jordana USA and Il Salone.  Adding up to these brands are fragrance brands called Joe of London and Entity.

 All thanks to Liz Lanuzo and Project Vanity team for inviting me and for being such lovely hosts!  I also had a blast chatting with Bhagi's International GM Ms. Eileen.  With just a quick and meaningful chat with her, I understood pretty well why she is such a successful individual, this lady got the passion for beauty!

It was a shopping party guys, and thankfully, I'm your friendly AMW who kinda knew what readers want!  So I went ahead and shopped everything I planned to review for you (well, my secret was, I asked Eileen the bestseller of each brand and I picked them!  I call that a cheat sheet!)

Are you ready?  Let's go!