The miraculous wonders of macadamia nut and argan seed oils are both found in the whole range of the Macadamia Natural Oil line, a brand which has received rave reviews from the international market because of its nourishing benefits and amazing results. The concoction of the two oils revitalizes even the most stubborn hair, with a scent that’s super addictive and a lightweight texture perfect for Manila’s humid weather.
This is Not your usual 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner, the surfactant- and paraben-free formula comes in a smooth gel with an intoxicating scent. When massaged through hair and scalp for three to five minutes, it cleanses all dirt and debris and feeds strands with beneficial fatty acids, not to mention cutting styling and drying time in half with its instantaneous volumizing and frizz-fighting properties as well. Even more awesome is the fact that it protects locks from UV protection and reduces color fade. We quote their satisfied clients: “Pure gold in a bottle.”
Macadamia Natural Oil Flawless, P1250/250ml, P1250, at Piandre Salons, select David’s Salons, Jing MonisGreenbelt and Alabang, Straight and Smooth Salon, Creations, Louis Philipp Kee Wack Wack, Velvet Salon, andSalon de Matt.
MAC Cosmetics has captured screen siren Marilyn Monroe‘s retro sex appeal with the luscious shades of red lipstick, some dramatic lashes, and classic red nails. The MAC Marilyn Collection will be available in all MAC stores, so get ready to get seriously pin-up pretty soon.
Great News to all Beauty Junkies! L’Oréal announced that they acquired Urban Decay, a brand known for its colorful pigments and the largest independently owned color cosmetic company in the United States. Adding to L’Oréal’s luxe portfolio of brands including Clarisonic, YSL Beauté, and Lancome, Urban Decay is a more youthful, edgy addition to the cosmetics giant. UD will report to L’Oréal Luxe USA president Carol Hamilton, and subject to approval, the acquisition should go into effect by end of year.
Enter the latest craze to hit the beauty world—BB cream, which stands for “Blemish Balm” is currently among Asia’s hottest beauty products. Where did it come from and how did it become so popular? It’s a tinted, moisturizing balm that provides light coverage while supposedly caring for your skin.
The formula is reported to have originated in Germany where, due to the cream’s soothing and skin-regenerating properties, dermatologists have been using it for healing scars caused by laser skin surgery. BB creams helped lessen skin sensitivity, conceal redness, and promote skin’s repairing function. Later on, it gained wider public use as a skin-regenerating product in itself. Famous South Korean actresses then started using it for beauty purposes and since Asian dramas and hallyu is huge at the moment, a craze was born. The trend that started in Korea spread to Japan, China, South East Asia and has since made its way to Europe and the USA.
Application is easy, as you can opt to apply this on your face right after cleansing and toning. Most BB creams already offer moisturizing and sun blocking properties. Seal it with a light powder foundation or loose powder, and continue with your usual makeup application.
Find out which BB cream suits your skin type best as i present my TOP 5 Best BB Creams:
The M Perfect Cover BB Cream gives an even and natural-looking coverage with the soothing, moisturising properties of a cream. It is suitable for all skin types including acne-prone skin, and can be used as a makeup base or foundation. It is very light on the face, gives you the no make-up feeling after application. It is very pigmented but I could still see my skin through the product. You do not need moisturizer underneath. It last for 5-7 hours.
2. The Body Shop All in One BB Cream
STANDOUT PROPERTIES: 24 Hour Hydration + Color Adapting + Face Base
This all in one BB Cream provides 24 hour hydration and a color adapting formula.
The innovative formula, as dubbed by The Body Shop, features pigment filled capsules that burst when applied to skin, releasing the color inside resulting in a perfect match to your exact skin tone. The color adapting technology does work to some extent. I tried it on my face and the back of my hand in both cases it was a a good match. I suggest this product to those who have skin tone/ color imperfections because its color adapting. It is very hydrating and the color doesn’t oxidize.
Bobbi Brown B Cream Moisturize, perfect and protect – instantly and over time. Now it’s easier than ever to get great skin with Bobbi Brown’s new BB Cream SPF 35. Inspired by a skincare/makeup hybrid that’s a cult favorite in Asia, this formula combines moisturizer, treatment, Broad Spectrum SPF and a lightweight foundation in one. Plus, it’s available in five skin tone correct shades carefully formulated by Bobbi herself. Consider it your skin’s new best friend.
This BB Cream isn’t a traditional Korean BB Cream. Its water based and has smooth, creamy feel that blends so beautifully well with skin creating a healthy, flawless look that’s very natural.
Available in three shade selections of light, medium, and dark.
4. Stila Stay All Day 10-in-1 HD Beauty Balm
STANDOUT PROPERTIES:HD Formula + Reduce Pore Size + Oil and Blemish Control + Anti Wrinkle
Stila’s Stay All Day 10-in-1 HD Beauty Balm, a luxurious, priming beauty balm that seemingly turns back the hands of time by visibly improving the look and feel of skin and creating an impeccable canvas for flawless makeup application. It glides onto skin and leaves a silky, powdery finish. It has High-definition formula helps reduce pore size and provides oil and blemish control. Enriched with Tripeptide-37, bamboo and pea extracts, which help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Ideal for all skin types and skin tones and Oil-free, paraben-free and dermatologist tested.
This all-in-one product is a moisturizer, sun block and foundation. It contains eight healthy minerals for eight healthy skin results giving you flawless skin in an instant! Oil free formula keeps skin hydrated for up to 24 hours. SPF26/PA+++ protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Hides flaws and imperfections without feeling heavy on the skin. Dermatologist tested. Suitable for sensitive skin.
The oil-free, fragrance-free Clear Smooth BB Cream contains eight healthy minerals: copper, zinc, magnesium, sodium, titanium and three iron oxides. And of course, it wouldn’t be a BB Cream if it didn’t claim to provide a multitude of skin benefits!
This super-moisturising balm leaves lips feeling softer and smoother. What’s good thing about this Lip Butter is all profits from each sale will go to charity!
I just love the smell and feel of this product. I use this as a base before applying ANY lip color. this will prevent your lips from drying caused by lipsticks or just by natural causes. I personally used this product as well and i really feel ultimate hydration in my lips. I also tested this product to my friend who used a very MATTE red lip color and the results were exceptional. Another thing is, this Lip Butter also prevents your lip color from bleeding/ feathering.
Model: Charise Que I used the Body Shop’s Dragon Fruit Lip Butter as a base before applying the lip pencil then the RED matte lipstick. the results are perfect!
I also suggest this to MEN who wants to hydrate their lips because the product is colorless and provides a very subtle gloss.
Here’s a closer look at the nominees for the Dragon Fruit Lip Butter Campaign:
Protect the Planet- CAMBUGSAY TREE PLANTERS MULTI-PURPOSE COOPERATIVE
Based in Bohol, this dedicated eco-warriors have to date accomplished 81 hectares of ecologically sustaining projects, including upland development, watershed restoration, and education for high school students. It aims to further the National Greening Project in its locale, as well as establish sustainable Ylang-ylang plantations, stabilize the riverbank with Bamboo and Bangkal plantations, and develop ecotourism programs. With your vote, all of these projects can blossom in the future.
Against Animal Testing- PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals)
The organization of three million members and counting focuses its attention on the four areas in which the largest numbers of animals suffer the most intensely for the longest periods of time: in factory farms, laboratories, the clothing trade, and the entertainment industry. PETA Asia-Pacific works through public education, cruelty investigations, research, animal rescue, legislation, special events, celebrity involvement, and protest campaigns. With your vote, we hope animal cruelty can come to an end.
Defend Human Rights- CHILDHOPE ASIA PHILIPPINES
An organization whose principal purpose is to advocate for the cause of street children throughout the world. It works toward the liberation of children from suffering caused by working and living on the street. Since its establishment in 1986, it has provided alternative education opportunities and psychosocial support for street children in Manila. Its programs include value clarification, basic literacy and numeracy, para-legal education, educational assistance, and non-formal education, sports and recreation, and health education and counseling. With your vote, Childhope’s mission can get more street children away from harm and pave a road toward a brighter future.
All three organizations will benefit by the end of the campaign. Proceeds from the sale of the Dragon Fruit Lip Butter will be divided between the 3 orgs.
The organization with the most votes receives 50% percent of the total funds, while the second highest receives 30% percent, and the third rank gets 20% percent.
With your help, all three organizations and their projects receive our support.
It’s your lips, your voice, your vote! It’s all about you, and your desire to give back to the communities, and show beauty with heart.
Go to the nearest The Body Shop store and grab your Dragon Fruit Lip Butter today!
Many women and men suffer from skin problems such as wrinkles, sagging, dryness, brown spots and freckles. And as we all know skin damage is caused by aging, nutritional deficiencies and free radicals. Most people do not realize that beauty oils can be the best natural skin nourishing lotion.
Introducing the latest addition to the Body Shop Family, The Beautifying Oils.
FOR USE ON BODY, HAIR, AND FACE, BEAUTIFYING OILS INSTANTLY BANISH DRYNESS, RESTORE SOFTNESS AND NOURISH THANKS TO A SPECIAL BLEND OF THREE LIGHTWEIGHT NUT OILS.
Kukui nut oil extracted from Hawaii’s Candlenut tree is packed with omegas 3, 6 and 9.
Sweet almond oil contains concentrated vitamin E levels. Community Fair Trade marula nut oil from Namibia moisturises and cares.
With a non-greasy, non-sticky texture, Beautifying Oils are dry – not wet – and absorb into your skin like magic. Use them alone or in addition to your existing moisturiser for an instant hit of radiance, beauty and hydration.
Containing up to 99.6% natural ingredients and available in eleven of our favourite fragrances at The Body Shop Beautifying Oils give your body, hair and face a natural glow that will leave you looking and feeling great.
Hair coloring has always been one of the most sought-after beauty trends. All over the world, women and men continue to color their hair to enhance their looks, change their appearance, or simply to feel more beautiful. However, maintaining one’s color-treated hair can sometimes be a challenge. First, classic shampoos often contain harsh chemicals called sulfates that can strip away color at every wash, leaving your hair color faded and dull. Second, environmental factors such as heat, pollution, and free radicals can further damage color-treated hair, leaving your hair dry and less radiant.
As such, it is recommended that color clients use products specifically designed for color-treated hair. Though there are many products in the market for color-treated hair, only one of these brands is 100%Sulfate-Free, 100% Vegan, and highly Committed to Sustaining the Environment.
THE PUREOLOGY DIFFERENCE
“At Pureology, it is our mission to provide you with the highest quality colour care products that enhance radiance, dramatically improve hair condition, and respect the environment, while delivering longer lasting hair colour guaranteed.”
ZeroSulfate®
Our highly concentrated ZeroSulfate® shampoos are formulated without common surfactants that can strip color. In their place, we’ve used naturally derived coconut, corn, and sugar, to gently cleanse your hair while maximizing color retention. Additionally, our exclusive AntiFadeComplex® includes essential anti-oxidants and full-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreens to help protect your colour-treated hair from environmental stressors.
100% Vegan
Our 100% Vegan Formulas are made with organic and botanical Plant Extracts that bring together nature and indulgence. Rich lathers, decadent textures, and our signature fragrances offer the ultimate everyday indulgence. Moreover, our vegan Dual Benefit Formulas provide custom care for every hair type, from volume to repair to smoothness and more.
Committed to Sustainability
Pureology is a brand that preserves what matters. While promising longer lasting hair color, we also promise to help preserve the environment. Together with Green Cross International, we aim to conserve water all over the world and protect our depleting natural resources. We do this not only through consumer education, but also through our new and revolutionary manufacturing process that features Zero Waste Packaging, Recyclable Materialsand Less Water at every single step
DISCOVER HYDRATE
Hydrate range is specifically designed for dry, color-treated hair. So if you have course, dry hair that requires superior hydration along with extraordinary colour-protection, then our Hydrateproducts are perfect for you.
Hydratefeatures all of the unique benefits that Pureology has to offer, plus a few specialized additions. Our Jojoba and Green Tea extracts intensely hydrate your hair, while our Multi-Weight Proteins and Conditioning Plant Extracts further nourish your hair. With this one-of-a-kind formulation, Hydrate delivers a truly customized hair care experience just for you.
CUSTOMIZED HAIR CARE:
Hydrating Jojoba and Green Tea
Other Benefits Include:
Multi-Weight Proteins of Soy, Oat, and Wheat
Conditioning Plant Extract of Sage
Advanced Smoothing Micro-Emulsion Technology
Hydrate Shampoo (250mL) Moisturizing shampoo that gently cleanses without stripping colour, while offering essential hydration SRP: 1,095.00Hydrate Conditioner (250mL) Luxurious daily hydrating conditioner reveals soft, lustrous hair, while protecting colour vibrancy SRP: 1,395.00Hydrate Hydra Whip (150mL) Luxuriant soufflé weightlessly hydrates and restores suppleness hair while keeping color vibrant SRP: 1,895.00Hydrate Shine Max (125mL) Weightless serum instantly smoothens flyaways and adds vibrant shine while keeping colour radiant. SRP: 1,395.00
DISCOVER SUPER SMOOTH
Super Smooth range is specifically designed for unmanageable, colour-treated hair. So if you have frizzy, unruly hair that requires intense smoothening along with extraordinary colour-protection, then our Super Smoothproducts are perfect for you.
Super Smoothfeatures all of the unique benefits that Pureology has to offer, plus a few specialized additions. Our Camellia and Shea Butter extracts smoothen hair, while our exclusive Thermal AntiFade Complex® protects hair vibrancy even during heat exposure, such as during blow-drying, heat-styling, and the like. With this one-of-a-kind formulation, Super Smooth delivers a truly customized hair care experience just for you.
CUSTOMIZED HAIR CARE:
Smoothing Camellia and Shea Butter
Thermal AntiFade Complex®
Other Benefits Include:
Soothing Oils of Sesame
Conditioning Plant Extract of Geranium
Advanced Smoothing Micro-Emulsion Technology
Super Smooth Shampoo (250mL) Gently cleanses and smoothens unruly hair while enhancing shine and protecting color vibrancy SRP: 1,095.00Super Smooth Conditioner (250mL) Daily detangling conditioner smoothens and replenishes unruly hair while keeping colour vibrant SRP: 1,395.00Super Smooth Relaxing hair Masque (150mL) Concentrated smoothing masque dramatically subdues frizz and tames unruly volume SRP: 1,895.00Super Smooth Relaxing Serum (150mL) Lightweight serum smoothens flyaways, intensifies shine, and protects colour. Ideal for blow-dry prep. SRP: 1,395.00Super Smooth Smoothing Cream (200ml) Leave-in deep conditioning cream helps control frizz and unruly volume while boosting shine SRP: 1,395.00
Pureology is available in partner-salons nationwide. Ask your professional hairdresser about the best Pureology system for you.
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