I "mac" you :-)

What is a perfect RED lipstick?

I have been scouting for a perfect red lipstick since the time that I became hooked on make-up.I have tried several brands,from local names like Ever Bilena,Nichido...Natasha...from the Kate Moss collection of Rimmel,name it,as long as it is the lipstick,I think somehow tried or even swatched it.

But never did I tried Mac,well,understandably,Mac is a high-end brand that not anyone can get the chance to afford when you are residing on the Philippines.Each lippie will cost you a thousand bucks,plus the fact that the store locations are not so "masa"(with mass appeal),which caters to classes B and C,so to speak,they only cater to those having a class A lifestyle.

So since I can afford it right now,I rewarded myself,after a very tiring duty,with a perfect red lippie from MAC.Oh,and did I mention that mac stores or studios here in Dubai are very easy to find,just like a seven eleven store in Manila...

The mall is called Burjuman Mall,it is a mall connected to the Metro Station,but is also a luxurious mall having brands like Chanel and Prada...The Mac studio is situated at the ground floor,with a very inviting studio design and light perfect for a make-up try out.

I tried to swatch 2 differect shades of red,the first one was named as Ruby Woo,and the second one,as recommended by the staff,was Russian RedI was very particular to her about my option,a red lipstick just like a tint of a blood.So when I tried the two lippies,ruby woo won my heart.

The experience does not end there.I even had a small chat with its Senior make-up artist,whom I have told that I am interested to have a one-on-one make-up tutorial from her.Although what we have discussed was a little bit pricey,the talk and exchange of conversation with her was an experience.She was even so amazed when I told her that I am a Medical Technologist,A Scientist..."And how come you are so interested with make up?"...and I told her,"I just love looking good and now I want to apply it to others who also wanted to look good...that's why I wanted to learn professionally..."She gladly talked to me and even gave me basic make-up pointers that I may use in choosing the right kind of make-up.The minutes that she spent with me was really appreciated,that I even vowed to have my next Mac purchases only from her store,not anywhere else.

Overall,the 98AED lippie was worth it,the quality of the RED lippie that I was aiming for a long time was surpassed by this Mac lipstick.

I am now aiming to come back and try a new shade,anyway,what are we all working for???wink!

The Ruby Woo lipstick...

It is my long-time dream to have all of all these shades...haha!

With the very accomodating Senior Make-up Artist of Mac Studio Burjuman...

With another Mac Studio staff,whom have let me tried the Russian Red and Ruby Woo lippies,but Ruby Woo won my heart.

Like what I have posted on my facebook account,when you are tired,buy a RED MAC lipstick...

Xoxo

My very first haircut in the UAE

May 10,2013

Would you believe that it took me almost 8 months to have my hair done,or even been touched here in Dubai,well that is a fact.After several months of thinking who could be the potential caretaker of my hair,I finally gave in and decided to have a trim.Yes,I have been doing a trim for my hair the past months,which I myself is also confident that I can do a better job than the stylists here,hehe...But when one time,I happened to pass by in front of Almaya Supermarket,this charming Filipina lady gave a flyer saying that the salon has Filipina stylists and hairdresser,and I wanted to try it.

Having doubts still,it took me another 2 days to come back to her and assist me.(This happens after a postponed date,a very low mood,and so forth).Thinking that I have to feel better and uberly gorgeous,plus to remove the dryness of the tips of my hair.This ate led me to the house of beauty.

The salon is called Meteor Garden,it is a spacious salon located in Satwa,they have friendly staff,sorry to those Chinese hairdressers that I have rejected,but my reason is valid,I like a Filipina's touch,hehe..

Let me first tell you about my dilemma everytime I am having a trim or a haircut.

My hair is my crowning glory,and so does everybody,my comfort zone,I feel like when my hair is down,it radiates more beauty on my face.That is why everytime I am having a haircut,and also hearing horror stories about bad hairdressers,I am having chills,as in literal chills.

But ate Nora,the hairdresser who handled my hair is different,she is very careful because I detailedly told her the standard "trim" measurement for me.

And with the way she handled my hair,it was perfect.So I got her number,we actually exchanged numbers and promised her that I will constantly look for her when the next trim for my hair will come.She even used this very good quality iron to fix my hair,even gave me good deals about hair coloring.

My day ended so happy and with content that I managed to give up my night run because I don't want to pigtail my hair,which is so gorgeous. :-) xoxo

While ate Nora is looking for the blower,she is actually shy to have her photo with me,but she is really very nice.

After giving me a trim and ironing my hair,really feels gorgeous,I feel like I am in a shampoo commercial.

beauty 101

I'm just vain,or may i admit that i wanna take concentration in taking care of my body especially my face,so few months ago,i underwent this procedure(re:cuttery).Which aids to remove or cutterize syringoma.

Now what are syringomas?It's a family tradition,an heirloom....those spots that you see underneath your eyes,like a little embossed skin.That would explain syringoma,and our family lineage happen to have that,no excuses,my derma said that it cannot be erased from the family.And i understand that since my nanay have it,just like freckels,I have to embrace it,or otherwise remove it...

The procedure didn't take too long,but man!I kept on crying since it started,you can even smell the burnt skin(grr!).But nevertheless,Dr. Navoa,a surgeon from our hospital took care of me,he even is wiping my tears the entire procedure.


Eventhough i was crying the whole time,I still managed to have my picture taken.Just to document the experience.Look at my awful face,that was after the application of the anaesthesia,which was left on my face for about 30 minutes...



This was like 6months or more than 6 months ago.I was scheduled to come back for a retouch(?),but then I cancelled my last appointment.I'll update this blog as soon as i got back.


Stay beautiful inside and out!

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