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Beauty Roundup: EB Pro Blush Palette, Blk Invisible Matte Gel Powder, Happy...
If you like good deals, you’ll probably like this beauty news roundup. In this edition, we’ll be featuring new *sulit* drops from local beauty brands Ever Bilena, Blk Cosmetics, and Happy Skin. We’ve...
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Monday Musings: My Metal Smithing Dreams
I could barely sit down and write this article because I’m too excited for tomorrow. What’s going on, you ask? I’m going to study metal smithing! It’s something I’ve wanted to do for years now. Ever...
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Check It Out: Lip Swatches of the New Issy Mousse Lip Tints
Issy is a brand that has a well-earned reputation for throwing the best events and having some of the most creative product launches. Even after the unforgettable ISSYMANIA Gel Pencil launch earlier...
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Review and Swatches: The EB Pro Blush Palette Delivers Long-Wear
If you ask me, Ever Bilena makes the longest-wearing powder blush formula out of all the Filipino beauty brands, and the new EB Pro Blush Palette (P 325 / 12 g) doesn’t disappoint in that regard. I’ve...
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What Age Should You Start Using Retinol? (Hint: It’s Earlier Than You Think!)
This story is brought to you by Hyaloo / Product photography by Perkin GotohioWhen it comes to skincare, retinol is often regarded as the gold standard for well-aging, but one of the most common...
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Beauty Roundup: Patrick Ta x Barbie, Ulta x Mini Brands, Essence & Catrice x...
This week’s Beauty News Roundup is for the inner child in all of us! Let’s take a look at Patrick Ta’s official partnership with Mattel, resulting in the ultimate Barbie collab. Be prepared for the...
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Monday Musings: The Power of Saying No (Or Why We Need To Stop People Pleasing)
Let’s be honest: saying “no” is hard. For a lot of us—especially women—it feels like we’re breaking some unspoken rule about being “nice.” We’ve been taught to be agreeable, accommodating, and to go...
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Watsons Launches DermSkin Line: Safe, Effective Skincare for Every Skin Type
When it comes to skincare, Watsons is often the go-to destination for a wide range of beauty products. Whether you're on the hunt for your holy grail moisturizer or dermatologist-recommended...
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Quick Reviews + Swatches: What’s Worth Checking Out from Cathy Doll
It's been a while since I last reviewed Cathy Doll products for Project Vanity, so I’m excited to dive into their latest releases from the recent "What A Doll Day!" event. The Thai beauty brand offers...
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The Challenges of Innovation for Filipino Beauty Brands: Why It’s Tough but...
I’ve been in the beauty industry for almost 17 years now, and it’s incredible to witness how much it has evolved in just the last decade. When I think of the First Wave of modern Filipino beauty...
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Beauty Roundup: Blk Soft Blur Blushes, Issy Mini Palettes, Avon in Watsons,...
It’s time for another all-local beauty news roundup! This time, it’s gonna be a mix of something old and something new. Let’s take a look at the new Blk Soft Blur Blushes, and the newest addition to...
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Monday Musings: Feel Angry, Not Ashamed, About Being Judged for Aging
Hi. I saw your video where you talked about people saying you look older than your age. I am in the same situation. People think I’m between 35 to 40 when in fact I am only in my late 20’s. What did...
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Beauty Throwdown: Which Trending Glossy Lip Tint Should You Get?
Glossy tints promise the best of both worlds: the lasting power of a lip stain combined with the hydration of a balm—definitely appealing if, like me, your lips tend to dry out easily. While some...
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Good Molecules Brings You Beauty With Nothing to Hide
Nothing is worse than trying a new skincare product hoping for healthy, beautiful skin and instead getting a horrible skin reaction and breaking out. With every product promising the best results, it...
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Beauty Roundup: Bratz x Colourpop, Strokes Eye Paint Solos, Blackwater Women...
This Beauty News Roundup is dedicated to the Cool Girl who was always so effortlessly cool. Yes, we all went to school with one. The one who always looked and smelled great, regardless of how busy our...
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SNAILWHITE’s new glow-boosting body washes feel light yet extra nourishing on...
Product photography by Perkin GotohioWhen I was asked to try SNAILWHITE’s new botanical body washes, I was both intrigued and a little skeptical. I haven’t tried anything from the brand, although I’ve...
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Attention Watsons Club Members: Big savings and a chance to win gadgets or a...
This story is brought to you by WatsonsWatsons Club members are in for a treat during this year's Anniversary with an array of outstanding deals and promotions. Enjoy discounts of up to 60% on a wide...
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Where My Confidence Comes From Now That I’m Old and Swallowed by the Real World
In my retelling of my personal history both to myself and to the world, I have always been a confident kid. My mother nurtured all my interests - from singing, to drawing and painting, designing,...
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Benefit POREfessional’s New Matte Primer and Power Powder: Do These Live Up...
Mattifying products don’t usually catch my eye since I generally have dry skin, but I do reach for them on long workdays when I'm constantly moving in and out of the sun. That’s why I’m intrigued by...
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Fragrance Layering: How to Create a Signature Scent
Product photography by Perkin GotohioWe all love the idea of having a signature scent—a fragrance that is so you that people immediately think of you when they catch a whiff. But what if one perfume...
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