Hugot Makeup Tutorial! (Walang Forever!) | 5 Steps of Moving On

Hi, guys! I really apologize for the lack of blog posts lately. I'm trying to be consistent with our YouTube video upload schedule that I don't have too much time to do anything else. But I believe that once I master the art of regular video uploading, I'd also be consistent in writing posts for our blog. Please hang on a little and be patient with me. By the way, the Hugot video is in Filipino, my native language, but I'm writing this in English just to follow the format of the blog.

For readers that are not Filipino, Hugot lines are Pick-up lines but are usually more dramatic (yet meant to be punny and funny!) and typically give shade to love problems. Hugot is very popular here in the Philippines these days. I got the idea of doing this video when my friend told me that Arci Munoz did it in her latest movie, Always be my Maybe. I thought it was such a good idea and almost spanked myself for not coming up with the idea earlier!

Here is my Hugot Makeup Tutorial. Please click play to see me utter some punny pickup lines while doing my makeup in my bedroom! Hehe

I am proud of this video for many reasons. One, it's the first formal video where I used my newly purchased ring light. Did you guys notice any improvement on the quality of the video? Second, it was my first time ever to show my 100% bare face to you guys. No subtle eyebrows, lip tint not even moisturizer was applied on my skin. Truly, bare face! That's one courageous YouTuber right there! 

Since we are already talking about love, heartache and breakup, I want to share with you guys my idea of a perfect "moving on" process. I have also been through destructive relationships and painful breakups so I know how it feels and I surely know how to deal with it. Let's get started!

STEP 1 : WEEP

So what do you do when you find out that the person you have given your love and full trust to cheated on you? Or suddenly broke up with you for an unacceptable reason? Yes, ladies and gentlemen, weep. Cry! It's okay to cry. Cry as much as you can, as often as you can. It doesn't matter if you're in front of the T.V. watching The Walking Dead or in the shower brushing your teeth. What some people fail to understand is that the process could be painful but it is also important to let out the pain that you are currently feeling. Don't be scared of people judging you. Those that will judge you are most probably people that have never been in your situation. Those  that have been there will understand you and won't look at you with judging eyes.


STEP 2 : BEG / DENIAL Stage

A few weeks, or maybe even days, after crying out a river is the phase we start to feel in denial. "Nooo, he definitely can't be throwing our 3 year relationship down the drain, can he?" "No, he just needs some space. He's definitely going to miss me and will be back with me in no time!" "No, we did not break up!" Some people even go to the extent of going to the person and actually begging him or her to stay. I have done that, honestly. And I do not regret it. At least now I know for sure that second chance was impossible. It's always my fear to live my life with a lot of "what if?" I always do something when I can and then charge to experience whatever the result would be. Most of the time, I don't regret something that I have done, be it something good or something stupid... like begging an ex to stay! Hehe


STEP3 : ANGER

After you've cried and begged the person to stay, you'd probably realize what a big jerk your ex was for hurting you and what a fool you've been for actually begging the person to come back. It's okay to be angry. For me, it's a healthy sign that you are slowly making your way out of the shadow of the person that hurt you, It's a good sign that the hopelessness has now been replaced by another emotion. The new one may not be a better one, but at least you are moving on, which is nice! Okay, girl! Time to bring out those love letters, pictures, and stuffed toys that only remind you of your ex. I'm not the type of person to actually be over-dramatic and burn stuff, I usually just tear them, throw them away or give them to people that want them. I giveaway the stuffed toys, guys! Not the mushy and cringe-worthy love letters! Hehe


STEP 4 : REVENGE

Girls don't get mad, they get even... or revengeful! And what a better revenge than to beautify yourself and be a better version of you. Most women I know storm the salon to get an extreme makeover! At first, do this because you were hurt, But later, you should be doing this for the right reason-to improve yourself so you feel good about yourself! I remember when I was younger and immature, I wanted so bad to have big breasts because someone dumped me for a girl with humongous breasts. lol No, I did not get breast implants! Instead, I started working out and got myself some sexy abs. Thanks to the jerk, I had an amazing body back then!


STEP 5 : HEALED and FREE!

After everything that you've been through, you are now MOVED ON, finally! Some people take only weeks, while some take months and some even take a year to forget and move on. The length of time does not matter, really. What's important is that you have broken free from the pain. And now you have just revealed a better and stronger you! Version 2.0 for the win! And have you not wondered why people that have just moved on are always the prettiest and the happiest? I have observed that a lot on people I know that have gone through worst pain. Most of the time, after their storm, they are the sweetest and brightest people you would ever speak with. They just radiate an aura of freshness and happiness that can never be forced nor faked. It's just sincere happiness!


Thank you so much for taking the time to read my long post. I'm not sure if you learned something from it, I hope you did! I opened my heart to you on this blog post and shared some of my past painful experiences. Also, I find it a bit weird how we started light with this blog post and now were ending with something serious. If you are going through something right now, remember that it is not the end yet. You will overcome that pain and you will be healed one day, I want to end this blog post by sharing with you guys my favorite Christian song, Grace Changes Everything, Please click here to listen to my favorite version of the song.

♥

Kristine

5 Must-Try Korean Beauty Products

I love Korean beauty products! They not only come in super cute packaging, but most of their products are also good and effective!

You say you have tried almost every Korean product there is, but have you really? Today, I will show you 5 Must-try Korean Beauty Products that I discovered recently.

By the way, the 5 products I will be mentioning in this blogpost were from an online shop called Althea. Althea is an online shop based in Seoul, South Korea that sells authentic Korean beauty products. What I noticed is that they have lower price compared to other online shops and definitely have way cheaper prices compared to Korean store franchises here in the Philippines!

These products are really hot these days! So hot that they are being raved by bloggers and YouTubers! I hope you enjoy my video!

Here are more details regarding the products that I mentioned!

1.) Skin9Dan Black Pack Cleanser - Php560

This is a face pack, pore cleaner and a facial cleanser in one! This removes dirt and sebum on your skin and allows it to breathe. It is perfect for enlarged pores, dry and flaky skin, too much oil and people that wear makeup as it removes makeup residue that sometimes causes acne breakout. What I liked about this product is the packaging, to be honest. The plastic container plus polka-dots print on it make it perfect for Instagram sharing.Hehe Kidding aside, this product is nice, especially for people that have oily skin, like me. After using this product, my skin felt fresh, tight and moisturized but not oily. The black color of the product also helps to eliminate the skin impurities.

2.) W-Lab Black Kill Pore Cleanser - Php720

This is the ultimate pore management product for troubled nose area. It removes excess sebum, gets rid of dead skin cells and also minimizes blackheads and whiteheads! What makes this special is that it comes with a silicone brush tip that eradicates impurities on your nose as you use it. So, no need pricking your nose that only results in making it appear reddish and sometimes, even worsens the skin condition! Although, I have to be honest that I don't have a lot of problem on my nose so I didn't see much difference after I used this. I have only used this once (for the video) and since I think it didn't work on me, I'll just give this away to my friend or cousin. Hehe


3.) Piolang 24K Gold Mask - Php 800

Out of all the 5 must-try products, this gold mask is my favorite! How about trying Cleopatra's beauty secret at the comfort of your own home while living in the modern era??hehe This is a luxurious and pampering treatment that helps improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pores for a youthful looking complexion. It also soothes and calms the skin, locks in hydration and promotes skin renewal and evens out skin tone.
I just love this product! I have tried a lot of masks already but this one is my favorite! It leaves the skin looking glowing right as soon as you peel it off. The smell is also nice and relaxing! What's even good is that it does not break out my skin! That is the number 1 factor for me everytime I try or recommend something. This product is truly a must-try, guys!


4.) Chico-Y-Chica Topping Star Mask - Php 1,000

Bubble mask is really popular these days! For me, I got this because of it's packaging!Hehe The advertising photos on the website of Althea even make this product even more enticing! Anyway, bubble masks are so popular that I even see local facial centers here in the Philippines offer it. This is apparently a deep cleansing mask that promises to clean the pores, remove waste on your skin, tone-up the complexion and control dead skin cells. The ultimate difference of this from other masks is that it turns really foamy while you have it on your face. Thick and foamy, guys! It also has popping sound that is so cool!
But since I always give you honest reviews, I have to tell you that this mask broke me out SO BAD! Like really, really bad! If you watched the video, you definitely noticed my skin was better and glowing. This product was the last product I filmed and used. Right after it, my skin felt itchy. The next day, I woke up to horrible spots. I know that this product was the one that broke me out because I used the other 4 alone and didn't have any breakout. I tried using this again, just to give it the benefit of the doubt, but it just most certainly did break me out! But I had my mom to use this and she said she loved it. She has dry skin, though. I guess people with acne and oily prone skin are not meant for this famous bubble mask.


5.) Blingsome Lip Tattoo - Php390

This is the hottest thing right now in the world of beauty! Everybody is raving about peel-off beauty products! From masks, eyebrows, to lips! I personally love this product because of the color payoff and because it saves me time from retouching my lips every now and then. Since it's also summer, this is the perfect lip product to avoid smearing and melting makeup! I'm also thinking of using this when I go swimming since it is waterproof. So then, I'd have red and kissable lips even under water!Hehe

Which among the 5 items I mentioned do you think is the most interesting to try?

I got all these products from Althea Korea so be sure to checkout their website for more awesome Korean beauty stuff! Thanks for reading today and have a great weekend, loves!

♥

Kristine

Daiso Japan Makeup Haul + Tutorial and Review!

Daiso has been around for quite some time already. But I used to not be a fan of it since all I can remember was me getting dizzy each time I would enter the store when  was younger because they had a lot of stuff inside! But 2 years ago, my Mom and I went to Daiso store in Robinson's Magnolia just to kill time. I was so impressed at how many cute, unique and cheap stuff they sell!

Since then, I have never been to a mall that has a Daiso store in it without me going inside the Japanese shop. I just have to see what new items they have! My room now is filled with a lot of stuff I got from Daiso for just Php 88! I am still organizing my room but I can't wait until I'm able to film my very own ROOM TOUR video! Yes, you heard it! ROOM TOUR! Hehe I'm excited to show you the cute stuff in my room that were from Daiso!
Aside from room decorations, kitchen utensils, toys and toiletries, they also sell some Japanese Makeup. I got intrigued one day and decided to buy a few items. After that, I thought you would want to know if their makeup is good so I decided to film a tutorial / review video!

Here is everything that I got from Daiso! It's surprising how their make-up line is complete from BB Cream, Eyeshadow, False Eyelashes to Highlighter! 

I know you are curious. I got 15 items and each item costs Php 88 each. So in total, I spent Php 1,320 (~ USD 28) for this video tutorial. 

Here is the video. Enjoy! 
(I'm sorry if the video quality is low because I still haven't taken my DSLR to the repair shop.)

I liked almost half of the items I reviewed. But some of my favorites are the false eyelashes and the eyelash glue. They remind me of Dolly Wink products!

Such pretty flat lay! So cute, girly and organized! You're most certain that the background is also as nice, organized and cute as the stuff on the feathery cloth, right?

WRONG!! Hehe This is what most followers of Bloggers and YouTubers don't know. Sometimes, for just a single flat lay photo, we turn our room upside down, sometimes even inside out! 

And that, my friends, was also how I lost my 32GB Memory Card! I was taking a flat lay photo one night when my 16GB memory card got full memory. I took my 32GB and put it inside the camera. I removed it, transferred the photo to my laptop, tried to de-clutter my room then went to bed. The next morning, my 32Gb memory card was nowhere to be found! OMG! It has some raw videos that I need for my YouTube videos and some memories of my 2015... I already looked in my room, searched the trash, put the bed up, searched inside drawers... but it's nowhere to be found. I don't know how it got lost when the 1 Peso coin under my bed that was there unmoved for a year was still there when I went searching for the card! *sigh*

Anyway, here is the look that I came up with using all Daiso makeup products!

What do you guys think?

I recommend trying :

• Eyelash Glue
• False Eyelashes 
• Eyeshadow Palette
• Eyebrow Pencil
• Bb Cream

Don't buy! :

• Eyebrow Mascara
• Blush
• Black Eyeliner
• Lip Balm / Gloss
• Blending Sponge

I am still trying to improve my makeup skills. But I hope you like the look I came up with.

Also, I wish I could travel Japan this year! I am sure they have awesome stuff there! I want to hoard Japanese eyelashes, eyeliners, anything that has cute packaging, all flavors of KitKat and other things I don't need but would buy anyway just because it's cute! ^^

♥

Kristine

Lola Nidora Makeup Tutorial (How to Look Like Lola Nidora) #ALDUB

This is definitely one of those I-don't-want-to-do-it-but-still-I-want-to-do-it moments. 

Lola Nidora is a popular T.V. character being played by Wally Bayola on Philippine's longest running noontime show, Eat Bulaga! Kalye Serye and ALDUB are probably some of the most popular terms for the year 2015. It's such a hit that the characters in the said "T.V. series" became loved by millions instantly! I, too, have fallen for their charisma, realness and comedic-stints. Hence this makeup tutorial. lol

I was a bit skeptical because the character actually wears thick makeup. I am not a fan of thick makeup, at all. Especially not this kind of "thickness", if you know what I mean. I was afraid I'd regret ever doing this tutorial and posting pictures of me online looking like this.

But, I realized that I have posted way more embarrassing photos than this. My ACNE photos being the #1 example. So in the end, I just took a deep breath, turned on my camera and started filming the video. Here's what it looks up close in high definition. 

Here is the tutorial. Enjoy! :)

Did you know, though, that I filmed the video for 6 hours? I'm not sure if that is considered long for makeup YouTubers. But I also film my nail art videos for that long. I also edited the video for 3 days. Only to come up with a 5 minute video. Yes, I am an OC like that. hehe How long do you usually film and edit your videos?

I'm laughing right now because you probably have your jaw on the ground or are probably laughing out loud as well because of my photos and how I look in them. Add to that the fact that I chose to put the pictures in full-size! Go ahead and laugh, I can't blame you. hehe

I am more a supporter of this "serye" and the love team and the T.V. show. I guess it's my loyalty that's still taking over. I'm not sure if you know but I had my O.J.T. at Eat Bulaga! and am also a long-time fan of it along with my Mother. (My mom that can't stop watching AlDub videos on YouTube 24/7. Oh, its was her birthday yesterday. I even had her to be greeted on the show's H.B.D. segment!) So yes, I like this more over it's competitor. I like original things and I like people than are humble and seem more real. :)

Oh, if you were wondering, here are the makeup that I used in the video:
-Maybelline Baby Lips Lip gloss
-Dong A Glue Stick
-Sleek Makeup  Creme to Powder Foundation (shade Bamboo)
-Beauty Blender Sponge
-Naturactor Concealer (shade 151)
-Revlon Nearly Naked Powder (020 Light Pale)
-Sedona Lace Makeup Brushes
-Nichido Pencil Eyeliner
-K Palette 1 Day Magic Liquid Eyeliner
-Etude House Styling Eyeliner Black
-Fashion 21 White Eyeliner
-Maybelline Eyeshadow Palette 
-Etude House Eyelash Glue
-Serseul Highlight/Conceal/Contour Palette
-Zoeva Sun Powder (Blush/Contour) Palette
-Ever Bilena Blush (shade Honest)
-Etude House Soft Touch Lip Liner (shade #5)
-MAC Lipstick (shade Russian Red)

Thanks for reading, thanks for watching and thanks for not judging! ^^ 

By the way, I did this video just for fun. Please no negative comments and no bashers. Spread love, not hate. hehe :) Paolo Ballesteros even liked the picture on Instagram so what's there to hate about it? Oh, please follow me on Instagram if you haven't yet. My username is @RealAsianBeauty.

So...... what do you think of the look and how I re-created Lola Nidora's Makeup? Do you think I was able to give justice to it? Do you think I should make more makeup tutorials now? Please let me know in the comments section. 

Thank you for reading!

♥

Kristine

Makeup Challenge : Cousins do my Make-up

You guys know how much I love being in Tarlac. I forgot to tell you guys that I am back here and will be staying for a few weeks to spend yet some more time with my grandfather. You also know that I have a lot of cute cousins here so I decided to film a challenge video with some of them.

Please watch the video here :

We did this video just for fun! Margit knows a little about make-up so she kind of knew what she was doing. Patty, on the other hand, was quite a newbie to make-up so it was so cute to see her not know what to do. It was also funny how she already did my eyes, brows and my cheeks then applied concealer on me! hehe

Anyway, I hope you enjoy the video! Please let me know if you'd like to see more "challenge" videos like this. 

♥

Kristine

BDJ Beauty Box January 2015 : KAWAII Must-haves

One of the things I was looking forward this January was receiving my Belle De Jour beauty box. They had awesome boxes in 2014 that I was so excited to see what they have in store for us subscribers for the first month of the year. As always, BDJ did not disappoint as they brought us another amazing beauty box!

A BDJ Box Exclusive! Kawaii Must-Haves featuring awesome Japanese beauty products!

Let's Start 2015 with a new look and attitude for a more positive us. It's time for us to try out a new and cutesy look for a feel god and happy vibe! This January-February Box was designed to provide our must-haves for a perfect Kawaii look!

Take a look at what Belle De Jour and their partner brands gave us for this month!

Kawaii box is so Kawaii! It's amazing how BDJ always knows what us girls like. How did they ever know that I am liking Japanese stuff these days?! 

The box also came with this Kawaii guide booklet with many Japanese Make instructions and tutorials. It also has many discount coupons inside! So Kawaii-ly awesome!

Let's make you Kawaii now, shall we? 

To start it off, we'll keep the skin well-protected from the sun's UV rays. Apply a lightweight, tinted makeup base that has SPF50 protection.

SUNKILLER SUPER LASTING BASE (Php 495, 30ml)

Next, swipe on a powder foundation that not only blends welll for a long lasting base but also has SPF to protect the skin from sun damage.

PIXY TWO WAY CAKE FIT (Php 275, 12.2g)

PIXY COVERLAST (Php 325, 10g)

For the lids, combine and blend different shades from an eye shadow palette to accentuate the peepers. Give the cheeks a natural flush with a pretty blush for a sweet and innocent glow.

PIXY EYE SHADOW (Php315, 2.8g) | PIXY BLUSH (Php345, 3.5g)

And when it's time to take off the makeup at night, they got us covered with the right water-based makeup remover that not only cleanses, but also gives a nourishing effect, leaving the skin fresh and even-toned.

BRIGHT CLEANSING LOTION BRIGHT UP (Php419, 300ml)

Our Kawaii look won't be complete without the essential hair products! We have hair styling milk that treats and protects the hair from heat for beautiful and healthy locks,

LUCIDO-L STYLING MILK CURL (Php 295, 70ml)

After all the daytime styling, repair it at night with a treatment oil that moisturizes and maintains soft and bouncy hair, so it will be ready for the next day!

LUCIDO-L TREATMENT OIL PERM (Php 295, 50ml)

All these products in this month's BDJ box for us to start an enjoyable Kawaii year ahead!

Amazing products, yes! I know what you're thinking next - HOW MUCH DO THEY ALL COST?! Not even a thousand because all the Japanese products to help you achieve your new Kawaii look only cost Php 580!!

I know most you already tried subscribing or are already subscribed to BDJ because why won't you? hehe You get amazing products monthly 3 times or 4 times the amount of money you spent. 

If you haven't tried subscribing yet then I really suggest trying now! They accept a single 1 month subscription or a full 6 months! Check out BDJ's website HERE for details on how to order your own box.

Have a Kawaii day!

♥

Kristine

Foundation and Concealer Routine for Acne Prone Skin

I've already posted an old foundation and concealer routine tutorial last year but that was when I still had bad skin. Since some of you requested for an updated one, I decided to film one last Christmas. Which explains why there's still a tree behind me in January! hehe I got caught up with stuff that I only had the time to finally finish editing this video today.

Some people may be curious why my skin looks good in pictures and in videos. Aside from the skin care routine and skin treatments that I use, I also rely on makeup sometimes. 

Here's how my skin looks before and after applying foundation and concealer:

Watch the video here to find out how I conceal my acne spots and scars 
using my favorite foundation and concealer :

PRODUCTS I USED :

Too Faced Primed and Poreless Face Primer

Sleek Makeup Creme to Powder Foundation (Bamboo)

Etude House Sponge Applicator

Naturactor Concealer (151)

Revlon Nearly Naked Powder (020 Light Pale)

Those products are my favorites because they all work together to give me better looking skin. I have tried using each product alone and with another product but I have observed that they work better when used together, especially with my skin type. Though I recently got a Beauty Blender sponge so I will try using it soon instead of the Korean brand sponge. I'll let you know which one works better! ;)

♥

Kristine