Beauty

Create Your Butterfly Look with L’Oreal Paris I’ve always been fascinated by butterflies. The vivid colors on their wings, their grace when flapping from one plant to another. Just like butterflies, we all find ways to transform ourselves – we just need to figure out how to step out of our comfort zones 🙂 Live Free, Like A Butterfly I can proudly say I’ve found little ways to step out of my comfort zone this year. I became open to coloring my hair, testing different styles and experimenting with make-up! My inner tomboy resented those when I was younger but now, I am game! Yuki Tansengco So in line with my beauty adventure, check out how I created this look with 3 simple products. Enjoy! Le Papillon Eye Look Le Papillon, translated as The Butterfly, is a simple make-up look at that involves pretty, fluttery eye lashes. How to achieve it? Simple! And before you speculate, this look didn’t involve falsies 😉 False Lash Butterfly Mascara I’m glad I discovered this mascara from L’Oreal Paris! I’ve tried out different mascaras from local and global brands but this one sets the bar high. Les Ombres Eye Palette Smokey eyes during daylight?…

Officially a “nails person” (lol!) To be honest, I’m the type who isn’t really particular how often to have my nails done or even what nail polish brand to use. Most recently, I decided to give the popular “Gel Nails” a try and I was amazed with the results! Gionyx Hair & Nail Salon And where else to get it done other than from the people who know it best? Got my nails done in a Korean salon in Makati! I super love them!! Services at affordable prices Gionyx Hair & Nail Salon is the ONLY one of it’s kind that offers authentic Gionyx products straight from Korea. They believe in only using the best for their clients and Gionyx is similar to OPI – really tough and vivid colors.  Gel manicure With it’s clean and spacious surroundings, you’ll surely feel at home Gionyx. They have sooo many colors you can choose from and a classic manicure only costs Php200! The gel one costs Php850 and here’s why I love it: 1. No pain cleaning I’ve experienced a lot of nail salons before and some feel like murder. At Gionyx, the nail technicians undergo intensive training and I didn’t feel…

Love Your Body, Love Yourself With technology nowadays, everything seems to happen so fast. We are always on the go, always rushing to get to places. We often overlook the simple things like having a good bath regimen. Believe it or not but having one goes a long way! Pampering ourselves in the morning sets the mood and let’s us start our day right. Watsons Bath To Basics Most recently, Watsons launched their Bath To Basics campaign. Their goal is to educate the people about the importance of boosting their bathroom rituals to achieve better health and skin. The thing I love about this campaign is that you don’t need to spend A LOT to do this! Spa Party! We spent one whole afternoon learning about the importance of daily bath regimens through a Spa Party! I have so much to share with you guys! If you look around your bathroom, there are so many products and it’s time to get them organized so let’s go! Switch & Save! We also did a mini-shopping challenge in Watsons and I was surprised with their bath line – it’s so affordable! No need to spend a lot when it comes to scrubs,…

Korean Invasion: Pamper time! Have you ever wondered why Korea is popularly known for its beauty products? I had some serious girl time in a Korean salon in Makati and I quickly discovered why – they know their stuff!!! Gionyx Hair & Nail Salon It’s Bel-Air’s secret gem, a hole-in-a-wall kind of place and I’m so happy for discovering it! The brand name “Gionyx” was created by combing the word “Onyx” which means nails while adding the “Gi” from Girl. So it’s really a must-try location for hair and nail enthusiasts! Let me show you why 😉 Gionyx Nail pampering area One thing’s for sure, Gionyx makes sure you will be pampered with Korea’s finest products. They’re the ONLY salon in Metro Manila who carries authentic Gionyx products (a wide range, I must add) ordered fresh from Korea! Gionyx is like Korea’s OPI if you know what I mean 😉 Private rooms You’ll love the intimate feel in this salon, as if they’re focused on you – and only you. The staff is very welcoming and Gionyx has private rooms incase you want some serious R&R. Clean and spacious environment No counters in this salon! It’s very spacious and clean.…