Why I chose to do my makeup on my wedding day
Doing my makeup on a day to day basis is a breeze. I can do smokey eyes in less than ten minutes, and I have even mastered the art of glamming up inside a moving vehicle. I love the art of putting on...
View ArticleYou may have been washing your face wrong all this time
One of the surest ways to get beautiful skin is to wash your face at night and sleep without all that gunk on your face. Not only does it clear your face from bacteria but it also removes pore clogging...
View ArticleThree products we love for dry, dull and unmanageable hair
Lazy girl confession: I do not comb my hair at all! I would rather spend my time meticulously drawing on eyebrows or perfecting a cat eye than combing through the chaos that is my hair. It’s hard to...
View ArticleThe Project Vanity Top 20 Cosmetics Finds in 2015
I've already posted about my best skincare finds, this time, get ready for the makeup that made my 2015 prettier! I've toned down my looks in the last few years and it shows in my daily picks. I prefer...
View ArticleTutorial: Gradient lips, done three ways
The Korean gradient lip trend features a soft bloom of color starting from the middle of the lips, blending outwards into a lighter color. It's cute and flattering - I wasn't really sold seeing it on...
View ArticleThe best facial washes under P500
Cleansing is the most important step in your skincare routine even if you don’t wear makeup. Facial cleansers are formulated specifically for clearing our face, which means that they can remove the...
View ArticleThe Weekly Haul: Sample Room, Etude House, Girl Stuff
Welcome to a new section of Project Vanity: The Weekly Haul! This is where we'll be sharing the beauty products we got this week, and where we'd love to read about your haul too. We know how maddening...
View ArticleMax Factor FOTD + Capsule Reviews
Let’s get something out in the open – I haven’t really heard much about Max Factor as a brand. I know that it’s a popular household name in UK drugstore makeup, and that’s there are a lot of rave...
View ArticleStaff Picks: Sheet masks
Welcome to another new section over here at Project Vanity: Staff Picks! We're a group of beauty addicts who just LOVE discovering new products. We read reviews, browse the shelves, and hopefully find...
View ArticleHow I gained weight and what I'm doing about it
I was disappointed to find out the other day that I gained eight pounds. I play tennis about three times a week so I was hoping, mildly, that the physical activity would offset some of my bad eating...
View ArticleThe ultimate guide to reading product labels
Have you ever bought a product just because the packaging looked so pretty? I know I have! I’ll even admit that, sometimes, I choose one brand over the other just because it looks cuter or more...
View ArticleBeauty Challenge: The P1,000 skincare regimen for oily/combination skin
Most comments from the budget makeup look challenges request a skincare version. Since each skin type has different requirements, this particular routine is geared towards oily/combination skin. All...
View ArticleWhy I never skip sunscreen + a few lightweight products to try
If there’s one beauty advice my non-kikay mom taught me, it’s this: never skip the SPF. Vitamin D from the sun may be good for you, but prolonged exposure to UV rays can seriously damage skin. Most...
View ArticleConcealer Love: The Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Makeup
Is it concealer or is it foundation? At first sight I assumed that the new Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Makeup (P725) was a foundation since it comes in a fat tube that looks like your typical stick...
View ArticleThe Weekly Poll: How often do you get facials?
How often do you get a facial?Every weekEvery two weeksOnce a monthA few times every yearNever The Weekly Poll is another new section here at Project Vanity. This is where us nosy folks ask questions...
View ArticleHow to pose for that winning #OOTD photo
Whether you’re aiming for the perfect profile pic, trying to improve your 'gram grid, starting out in fashion blogging or working on a portfolio, mastering the art of striking a pose is a must. Even...
View ArticleThe Benefit Air Patrol BB Cream Eyelid Primer is a sneaky good base
If you love wearing eyeshadows, having a reliable lid primer in your stash is non-negotiable. Even with high-quality pigments it's always a good idea to get the best possible vibrancy and wear time out...
View ArticleA second look at dry shampoo
Let’s talk about hair health for a moment. You’ve probably heard that it’s not healthy to wash your hair every day, but how do we deal? I live in what is probably the most polluted city of a hot and...
View ArticleFive good face primers under P500
Are you ‘primed’ to start the day? This question wouldn’t have made sense ten years ago, but the makeup world has made some amazing discoveries and developments! Back in the day, primers were unheard...
View ArticleAsk Liz: What's the best way to clean sticky brush handles?
Hi Liz, I've had my Real Techniques brush set with me for quite a long time now, probably three years already. The bristles are in perfect shape but the bottom of the handle (the black part) became...
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