Bare Escentuals Starter Kit to start using Mineral Makeup right!

Posted on July 15, 2008
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Mineral Makeup (MMU) is slowly making raves in the beauty industry. Traditional makeup brands like Physician’s Formula, L’oreal, MAC and the like have also a separate MMU line of their own. But, as far as my knowledge is right, it’s Bare Escentuals that started it all!

So, if you’re a mineral makeup newbie, better grab this Bare Minerals Starter Kit in Sephora for only $60 (originally a $181 Value). Start using MMU by getting the right shade of base color, brushes, primer and way to do the tap-and-buff application technique.

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VV Review: Physician’s Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Mascara

Posted on July 11, 2008
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Image from Physician's FormulaNow that MMUs (Mineral Makeups) are hot, Physician’s Formula just brought us this first ever mineral mascara that’s hypoallergenic and dermatologist approved, specifically ideal for those with sensitive eyes, particularly contact lens wearers. It’s a mineral water-based formula that conditions and astonishingly lengthens eye lashes, with dual-side applicator (plastic bristles and a firm comb on the side) that coats and separates lashes effectively.

Sounds so promising, isn’t it? I got lucky to own this mascara and amazed at its lengthening prowess! I love using it ‘coz it really lengthens my already thick and long eyelashes, making it stand out more! The dual applicator works for precise application. The downside, however, is that it takes time for the mascara to let dry, so touching it immediately after application is a big no-no. Since it’s not waterproof, it has a tendency to run down on the face once it gets contact with anything liquid. On the other hand, I do not feel any eye irritation whatsoever when wearing this mascara for a long period of time. Read more

BeneFit’s newest Lip and Cheek Tint: PosieTint.

Posted on July 10, 2008
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Love Pink? Now BeneFit’s new twist to its old Benetint crimson red tinge is just right for you! BeneFit Posietint is a petal-pink lip and cheek stain that promises to be smudge-free and delivers that naturally looking flush. :)

Simply brush three strokes on the apple of your cheeks and blend quickly using your fingertips as a blusher. On the other hand, dot the product on lips and blend with fingertip for a pinkish, kissable pucker. Repeat the whole process to achieve desired degree of “pinkness”.

Each bottle is loaded 12.5 ml/0.42 US fl oz lip and cheek tint and retails $28 in stores.

Concealer loot and a foot cushion.

Posted on June 12, 2008
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2008 Vanity VibeOnce upon a time, a shopaholic-slash-beauty-junkie damsel-in-distress was in dire need of a knight in shining armor. :P Well literally, she wasn’t looking for a lad to steal her heart, but a piece of a magic pot to conceal her woes.

Enough fairy tale cliches, that damsel-in-distress was me. I was in search of a good concealer that won’t cake or streak even under the harshest environment. Indeed, it was a hard quest, but my best bet among the rest was the Cinema Secrets concealer. I bought two tones to satiate the obsessive-compulsive behavior in me when it comes to the art of camouflaging sans ending up like a kabuki doll. :P

And yes, another woe: my tired and aching footsies. Who would have thought this fab pair of stilettos is literally to-die-for? Not to mention, the pair isn’t really a perfect fit (it’s a bit huge for me). Enough sob gab, I immediately grabbed ahold of this Soft-Gel Blister Guards from Earth Therapeutics. It saves my feet from getting annoying blisters, and at the same time, provides an extra space to get that perfect fitting.

The Mama-licious Eco-friendly Mom: Burt’s Bees Tips n’ Toes Hand and Feet kit & Healthy Hands Hand Repair kit

Posted on May 4, 2008
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Your mom is working her hands and feet to the pulp and you want to give her a treat. An issue is that she is environment-friendly. Where will you be heading now? Don’t be stomped for Vanity Vibe recommends something special for your dearie eco-friendly mom. None other than products from Burt’s Bees =)

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The Mama-licious Working Mom: Frownies Facial Pads and IMAK Eye Mask

Posted on May 3, 2008
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Working moms are always on the go. Stress levels are on a high. Why not give her something that would make relieve her of her stress or at least remove signs of it?

As first part of Mama-licious series of Vanity Vibe, it recommends Frownies Facial Pads and IMAK Eye Mask as Mother’s day gifts for the working mom. =)

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Mama-licious: Mother’s Day Vanity Vibe Special

Posted on May 3, 2008
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What is mama-licious? Vanity Vibe coined this term for the mother who amidst all the stress and responsibilities she encounters, she remains the beautiful and loving individual who nourishes her family with tender loving care. Problems and responsibilities notwithstanding, she still looks radiant with her beauty, grace, and impeccable strength =)

Mother’s Day is just up the corner. Have you thought of what to get your mom for this special day? If not yet, do not fret. You still have a few days left and if it makes you feel better, Vanity Vibe is here to help you find that perfect gift. =)

What better way to give a beautiful person something than by giving her the gift of beauty itself? And beauty is what Vanity Vibe is all about. For the next few days, Vanity Vibe would offer personality-based mom gift recommendations may she be a working mom, eco-friendly mom, stylish mom, supermom, or what-have-you =)
Are you excited? I am too. So watch out for these recommendations =)

Organic for my body: Bath and Body Works Organic Honey and Almond Body Scrub

Posted on May 2, 2008
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It is summer and everybody is baring more skin than usual. It is important to have skin that is looking glowing and healthy. This is where body scrubs get into the picture. Vanity Vibe is very thankful for this kind of product. It exfoliates and buffs away dead skin cells, unveiling great silky-smooth skin ready for exposure.

But not every body scrub would just do. I am not a fan of body scrubs which yes, leave skin soft and smooth, but would also leave it oily and sticky. I am into the right umph-factor of a body scrub and this I have discovered in Bath and Body Works Organic Honey and Almond Body Scrub.

My aunt from the US brought me this during one of her visits and one hot summer night, I tried to use it and I wasn’t disappointed. It gently buffs away dull skin and leaves my skin with a noticeable glow.  It didn’t leave my skin oily but the smoothness was just right to the touch.  The scent itself was not over-empowering.  It was sweet and pure with the scent of honey and almond.  I feel like I underwent an euphoric experience just by using it.  And what makes it even more special for me is that it is 100% organic. What say you?! =) It did not only give me smooth, soft, supple skin, it also took away my fret about the chemicals that might have gone into the product. =)

Take my word for it and you will not be disappointed =)

Summer Royalty: Princess by Vera Wang

Posted on May 1, 2008
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I have become peculiar in my choice of perfume especially during the summer season. Personal experience would attest to the consequences of picking the wrong scent during summer. Heat and sweat react differently to scents and if you choose wrongly, you either end up smelling strong or appalling. Summer season is all about soft and light scents–scents that are not that powerful to the sense of smell but it must be just right, cool, and somehow laid-back sweet to match the season.

And in search of one of the perfect summer scents, Vanity Vibe stumbles upon royalty.

PrincessPrincess Eau de Toilette by Vera Wang. Vanity Vibe loves its exotic fruity, floral bouquet, which is teased with vanilla and an unexpected twist of pink guava. It does not only go well for summer season but it can be also used all year round. Every spray of this scent would truly make one feel like royalty may it be of summer, spring, winter, or fall. And as an added royal bonus, its gold crown cap contains a hidden treasure: a keepsake gold band studded with tiny amethyst-colored crystals. Talk about royal jewels =)

Have you dared yourself to get wet? The new Pantene Hair Fall Control with Water-Activated Vitamin B5

Posted on April 30, 2008
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Hair fall has always been my constant antagonist. A day does not goes by without me seeing strands of my hair on the bathroom floor, on my brush, on my car seat. It does not help either that I maintain very long curly hair. It makes me more susceptible to hair fall and breakage.

But now, I can breathe a lot easier and be happier.

It is because of the newly reformulated Pantene Hair Fall Control Shampoo and Conditioner.

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