Oh well, I currently can't borrow a camera :( sad, I know. Because I want to share all my birthday stuff/hauls and other things. :( So maybe next time.
Anyway, I just wanted to blog to share all my current wants and musings.
I've been kinda in to make up recently. Oh joy if I can have this. Too bad it's very expensive and rare here in the Philippines. Maybe I'll just settle on local make up brands here.
I've heard good things about this heavy moisturizing cream. I think I can buy this want because it's readily available at Zalora. (buy it here) I think I need this because I have very dry skin. It's very annoying. I am using regular lotion and I think it's not really working.
I actually bought stuff over at Zalora but I can't take pics yet. Need to borrow a cam first. And one tip, use your gcash to buy stuff there. Really convenient because it's super easy and simple. Seriously!
Excited to post all the hauls! And excited to post more reviews from make-up things I have ordered online! :)
Last pic of Lotte, my boyfriend's housemate's cat. SHE IS SOOOOO ADORABLE OMFGFAGAIJGAPA!!!! (AND YES SHE IS ONE OF MY MUSINGS)
Been watching too many make-up tutorials! So far I've learned a lot of stuff! (By watching and also applying makeup to myself)
I have monolids (no eyelid fold). Example of monolids are as follows: (all model images are from Monolidlove)
Yes I got the model ones hihi. Well, I love being a monolid. I am not ashamed, or do I think it's an ugly trait. But sometimes it's very difficult to put make up on. (Where do I put eyeshadow? Where do I shade? Where do I put the contour on my eyes?) Seems tutorials are very specific to people with double eyelids. Just a handful of tutorials cater directly to people with monolids.
So now I'll try to break down how to put on eye make up on monolids. :)
Have y'all noticed the make up of the models above?
EYEBROWS
They all have strong structured eyebrows! Although I suggest you go to the brow salon, I found a vid on how to pluck and shape eyebrows. I personally tried it and my eyebrows seem pretty okay and structured:
This video is from Michelle Phan. :) Credits to her! I love this tutorial because it's very easy to follow and pretty basic. This works with my eyebrows. :) She has tons of brow techniques go check out her channel.
I think with monolids, you have got to apply A LOT of eyeshadow! Because our eyelids tend to "eat" eyeshadow and if it's too thin, it will not be noticeable. I personally prefer nudes and neutrals just because I don't wanna look like a clown and I am just a student. Imagine if I go to class wearing a very loud and thick eyeshadow!
And browns totally look good just because it gives eyes depth. In Filipino, malalim ang mata. And also neutral colors do not overpower the whole face. I think most monolids are Chinese/Korean/Japanese. So their faces tend to be soft and delicate. If you jumble too much it clashes with the whole face.
Also these palettes can double for your brows. That's what I love about browns and neutrals, you can use them in so many ways!
See, brown is awesome!
EYELINER
I love eyeliners! I love that their so versatile and I can make different eye shapes just by using them. I love black dramatic lines. I love the NYX jumbo eyeliner. (Review here) I've been using it almost everyday! And I heard it was a pain sharpening, I, however, disagree! I just used a regular eyeliner sharpener with a jumbo slot.
I love dramatic lines but I think I'm not yet an expert so I don't want to dabble with liquid eyeliners. I use eyeliner pencils (soft ones like kohl).
Me... okay, I made this pic smaller because I'm shy. teehee and because I'm beside models' pics.
Maybe when I'm more apt and ready I would try liquid eyeliners.
Love her make up. But I think I wouldn't dare try the super duper dark eyebrows
There's nothing wrong with being a monolid. :) I just love to experiment and reinvent myself sometimes. It's fun to put on make-up and just let loose! I still do love myself and think I am pretty even if I'm without make-up. :)
Putting on make up is like dressing up, sometimes I can feel a bit gothic/gloomy so I pump up the dark black eyeliner and sometimes I feel super girly I'll put blush + lip gloss on.
Enjoy and have fun experimenting with make up!
p. s. Use the promo code "IrinaTanw" to instantly get 5% any 500 purchase over at Zalora.
Just the inspiration I needed. Gonna attend a retro themed party this coming weekend.
Got to rest because of a viral infection I caught. Huhu. Been sick for a week. :(
Well, visit ZALORA for these awesome stuff. What I love about them is that they do not have hidden fees and they just put the price out there. You don't have to ask. (Like a lot of online shops are super secretive about prices and shit like that).
Remember to use the code "IrinaTanw" to get your 5% discount. (Minimum of 500 peso purchases)
I don't have that much dresses so when my mom offered this dress to me I quickly grabbed it! And these boots were a good bargain! Got them for only P170! (approx. $4) And they are so comfy too!
I love this dress because the print just shouts NOTICE ME HEY! I do admit I'm really an attention whore so this just is totally me! :)
And ooooooh! I received my orders from Zalora! :) Awesome!
Ambassador of fun shirt from Zalora (use the code IrinaTanw for 5% discount with min. 500 peso purchases), Green swirly dress also from my mom :)
I actually ordered 2 tops and a lip shimmer but I gave the other top as a birthday gift to my sis and the lip shimmer I gave to my mom. I love this shirt! And its font is matchy matchy with my newly green thrifted shoes that I got for approx. $6!
Awesome shoes right? super happy with them! They look brand new! :) I love thrift shops here at my province in Quezon! :) Shall blog tomorrow about my new skin care discoveries :) Teehee!
- they slash P500 off your first purchase when you sign up for their newsletter with minimum purchase of P1000. (ain't that sweet??)
- use the code "IrinaTanw" to get 5% discount off with minimum purchase of P500.
- when they deliver your orders you get a stub that slashes P150 off of your next purchase (minimum again of P500)
Awesome right?! Will blog about their services tomorrow! Ordered from them last week :) I actually used the P500 off thing. :) The best most wonderful thing about them is that they have FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE PHILIPPINES! And if you'll notice, the products you see in malls are also available in Zalora for the same price!
Since we're flooded here at Manila, I went to Zalora and looked for the item of the week in the swimwear category. (harhar) Love this assymetrical swimsuit by I love Koi. The colors are super pretty. And the cut of the bikini top is superb. I do recommend this to someone who doesn't have a big chest. I think it fits us, smaller bust girls, better. Imagine someone with big boobs wearing this, I think her boobs will fall out. (bitter)
And when I was browsing through Zalora's swimwear, I keep thinking of this meme which I just made now:
I really need to exercise/workout/jog/do-anything-but-not-eat.
And don't forget to use the voucher code: "IrinaTanw" when you checkout to avail a 5% discount. (minimum of 500php purchase)
Isn't it pretty??? :) Love the unique style of it! I know loafers have been a staple and this one just simple takes the most unique twist to it. So pretty! And for only P1045 it is pretty cheap!
Don't forget to use the code IrinaTanw to get a 5% discount with minimum 500php purchase.
Happy shopping!
p.s. this was supposed to be a Friday post! hahaha, so every Friday I'll be blogging about a zalora item of the week.
p. p. s. haven't ordered anything yet from Zalora because 1. I don't have my allowance yet :( and 2. I can't choose what to buy!!! Too many good finds there.
I honestly love this dress and I love this brand. I have seen their clothes and they are all so unique and fun! I would totally wear this and maybe wear a sweater because of the rainy weather we're having.
And this dress is only PHP899, and Zalora is kind enough to offer FREE SHIPPING for all their items. AWESOME!
More awesomeness is that I am one of the brand ambassadors of Zalora!
*CLAP CLAP CLAP*
And because I love giving, enter the voucher code IrinaTanw to get an instant 5% off your purchase. (But you have to buy at least Php500)
What's even more convenient is that they accept online bank payments! :)
