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As I've mentioned in my previous post, I went to Clinique-Arya Event by HSBC. It was a private event and H went with me. It was such a hoooottt day that I was so grateful H still accompanied me. :)


We went to the ArthaLand pavilion and the event started with HSBC's market update. To summarize the update, the market is starting to improve, even though it still hasn't gone up to what we want,  not to forget about elections coming up, HSBC is still confident that the market will continue improving in months to come.


Arya Residences is a new concept in the real estate industry. They boast of being the first "green" residential condo to rise in Bonifaco Global City. They believe in three things, sustainable living, energy savings and affordability. The tag line fits the profile of Arya, Live Well. Live Right.

We were able to check out the showroom and my heart flew out of the window when I saw the interiors of each room. The rooms were really big. Even their one bedroom unit was spacious! They also have two bedrooms and two bedroom executive, which is a bigger family unit.


The first thing I did when I got to the event was to check out the products beautifully set up on their sales table.



My first products of Clinique were actually their skin care. I liked their skin care because I've never had any allergic reaction to it nor did I get any break outs. I remember my mom would give me some of her Clinique supplies for me to use.


I eventually ended up using Clinique Happy. I think I was in highschool when Clinique Happy was the most famous scent!




makeup love!

makeovers

Now on to the workshop:


In Clinique, they believe that great skin can be achieved by three simple steps. Cleanse, Exfoliate, Moisturize. Cleanse the skin with a mild formula cleanser like their Liquid Facial Soap. Exfoliate twice a day, using Clinique's Mild Clarifying Lotion.

Foundation

Super Moisture Foundation for dry skin

First step is to check the skin type. Are you oily, combination, dry? And try on different shades of foundation in the jawline. Whichever shade disappears on the skin, that's the perfect shade for you. Blend blend blend the foundation upto the jawline.

Powder Rubdown Technique

Set the foundation with powder. Clinique has a Powder Rubdown Technique. Use a loose powder, put some on hands, rub it in your hands and gently pat on face. After this, whisk excess with powder brush.

Concealer

Apply concealer and conceal unwanted darkness or blemishes. It instantly lifts the look.

For undereye concealing, prep it first by applying eye cream. Try Clinique's All About Eyes Rich. This reduces puffiness and fine lines. Simply dab a bit of cream and pat onto the underye area. Then use a concealer brush or your ring finger. Warm your finger and apply concealer. Try All About Eyes Concealer. Do it in a inner-to-outer motion.

Eye Makeup

Try Quick Eyes Cream Shadow

You can use cream shadow but blend fast as it dries up fast. Simply blend with ring finger and choose a shade close to the lid color for a natural look. Pat the eyeshadow with finger.

Eyeliner

Try Cream Shaper for Eyes pencil for a creamy with a hint of shimmer liner. For a natural look, wear a thin line. For more drama, make it thicker. For droopy eyes, wing it to lift the eyes and the wwhole look. And make eyes bigger, tightline!

Mascara

In Clinique, wiggling the wand does the trick! It deposits more product to the lashes, making it look thicker! Try Lash Power Curling Mascara. It curls the lashes and the brush lets you reach even the inner lashes.

Eyebrow

Fill in the eyebrows to frame the face. No need to shape if the natural eyebrow already looks nice. Just fill in the gaps.

Blush

For a youthful glow, find the apples of your cheeks and deposit the blush there. To go for a sunkissed look, bring the blush inside. From the nose, put two fingers and desposit product in.

Lipgloss

For a more natural look especially this summer, opt for lipgloss. Try Vitamin C Smoothie Lipcolor. It's loaded with vitamins and antioxidants.

Moisturize

To set the entire look and to give water to the skin, moisturize it after makeup. Try Clinique Moisturize Surge. Pat it on the face after makeup. It cools the face and hydrates it. (You can also use Moisture Surge before makeup or mix it with foundation for a tinted moisturizer.)

After the workshop, I went ahead and asked the perfect foundation and its shade for me. Given that I am acidic, I have combination skin, i sweat a lot and I'm warm tone. I was advised to use Clinique Superfit Foundation. It gives full coverage but is light weight.

Shades from L-R:
Cream Beige
Super Neutral
Rose Beige

From the shades that were swatched, I was a Cream Beige. I could also use Neutral (not in photo but is a shade darker than Super Neutral) but use a lighter powder to set the makeup.

To my surprise, I won one of Clinique's raffle!

my goodies!

taken after the event

peek inside my lootbag

Clinique Moisture Surge Facial Sheet Mask


Clinique Superfit Makeup in Neutral


I was looking forward to this!

My first Clinique foundation

Clinique Youth Surge Night


Excited to try this!

I was told it can also be used as a moisturizer 
during the day, just like Moisture Surge.

We were also given:

Eco bag from Arya

I'm definitely looking forward to trying the products that I got from the event. Will definitely review it and blog about it again! :)

Before I forget:


Outfit:
Top: unlabeled Gift from my mom
Jeans: Guess
Sandals: Otto

The event was wonderful. I learned a lot. And my husband, he brought his PSP with him, so while I was busy watching and learning from the workshop, he was also busy playing his PSP game. Haha! Smart smart move! :)
One very critical thing in wedding planning is picking out the bridal gown. I admit I thought I had it all planned out back when I was little. But I realized it's a different era now than it was before! What I wanted before, definitely doesn't look flattering nor does it fit my body type! Haha! I was too inspired by the gowns before.

First step was to chose a designer. I definitely didn't want my gown to be very expensive because I know that I will never be wearing that again. So I wanted to choose a designer who isn't mainstream but knows his/her craft very well and makes us comfortable. Alas we chose Janet Castro.

Janet was really really friendly and accommodating. She made sure that the design of my gown fits our budget, but she never compensated for the quality.

After reviewing and going through so many designs, and so many criteria, i.e. I wanted it in lace, because I want a very romantic looking gown. I didn't want it over the top. I wanted it classic. I wanted it to have a low back and low front but not too vulgar. I wanted a long train.Until Janet and I finally decided on my bridal gown.





Things I learned during planning:
1. Choose a designer close to your home. I chose Janet also because her boutique was close to my home. So whenever I needed or wanted to check on my gown, it was very convenient.
2. Choose a designer that makes you comfortable. I was eyeing two designers, but decided on getting Janet because the other one was all business talk. I felt with Janet that she really did want to make me happy with the design and basically, happy on the day itself.
3. Fit fit fit! We had several fittings, I think 3 or 4, but I didn't mind. I wanted to fit the gown to be sure that everything was in place and was in order. It was very important that I still fit in my gown too! Also fit your gown when you have your shoes. To check on the length of the skirt. Mine was too long so it was a bit difficult to walk properly.
4. Decide on the design with your designer. It's important to share your thoughts about the design with your designer. They know what looks good on your body type, and what will flatter you. But you know your style and your body best. After all, it's you who'd be wearing it and seeing it in photos for the rest of your life.
5. Consider the church, if they're conservative or not. (Some churches do not allow tube gowns) Better if you call the church and ask about their dress code policy for brides and even for entourage.
6. Don't go for super expensive gowns but don't be cheap as well. Remember this, you'll only wear it once, for one night only. But your wedding is also a once-in-a-lifetime event. Photos and videos ill be there forever to remind you of your wedding day.

Let me talk about a wonderful discovery of mine (I can't believe I just learned about it now!) Like I mentioned in my previous blog post, I recently just finished my MMU foundation and wanted to try something new. And since I liked my Covergirl foundation, I thought of trying another drugstore brand (which is of course, much affordable than branded ones).

Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals


P599 only

It's only P599, which I think is quite fine. I'm already used to the price of mineral makeup. I've always knew how mineral makeup and how wonderful it is. Now I realize that even drugstore brands do the same and have the same quality.



I'm a Buff, you may notice that this shade is a bit lighter than my skin. It's simply because I'm acidic. :( That means that my makeup darkens and sometimes become grayish. Huhu.

comes with a kabuki brush

It already comes with a pocket kabuki brush, but I don't use this. I find it too small for my face. :p And I don't like that it's not soft. :/ So instead, I use my Charm Luxe Kabuki.

 in a sifter jar

I'm loving the product. I love that it really gives full coverage. When I was talking to the sales person, I asked her what foundation she was wearing, she told me that it was Clear Smooth Minerals foundation. I was in surprised with the coverage and immediately got myself one.

Thoughts on the product: Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals
It's currently my HG foundation for the summer. I don't wear heavy makeup during summer or even for regular days. I just want my skin to breathe, feel light and not put too much makeup. I remember my mom telling me that if you always put makeup on, you tend to age faster. Clear Smooth Minerals foundation is not heavy at all, just like usual mineral foundations.

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