Ooh La Lash Opens At Unimart Greenhills + Helpful Trivias About Eyelash Extensions!

I'm not born with dark double lashes like Elizabeth Taylor. When I was young, they've even resorted to trimming these short fringes in hopes of having it grow longer and thicker. You name it, volumizing mascaras, curling mascaras, lengthening mascaras, waterproof /water-based mascaras and even 3d fiber lash mascaras I have already experimented with just to achieve that. On some special occasions I'd even go all out and adorn my peepers with a set of falsies. I usually wear false lashes with invisible clear bands so it wouldn't look as fake and feel heavy.

Along with other beauty bloggers, I got invited to the Grand Opening of Ooh La Lash, Hey Sugar and Nailaholics at their newest branch in Unimart, Greenhills (Mezzanine Level) last Friday. Nothing prepared me for what was going to happen! I know I wasn't blessed with beautiful, long thick lashes AND I wasn't sure if I was ready for such a commitment but.. I GOT MY EYELASH EXTENSIONS FOR THE FIRST TIME!

Contact Lens Review: Lenspop Bunny 3 Color Green

Of all the contact lenses I've worn, one of the most loved pair would be the GEO Tri-color Green (CM-903). Not only does my friends really love them on me but I've also worn them to death as well! Now here's a random discovery that will make some of my readers happy...

 I found a similar looking pair at Klenspop! Introducing its more "demure" twin, the Lenspop Bunny 3 Color Green. If the name sounds familiar, I have reviewed the Gray version of this previously here.

I also have my hands on the Blue version of this, so you better watch out for that review as well!

Contact Lens Review: O-Lens Jenith 3 Color Pink

As a kid, it was a dream of mine to be as pretty as Marin from Akazukin Cha Cha. Who wouldn't want to be a mermaid, right? What makes her look stand out is her unique dazzling locks that matches her eyes. I love it. I always wanted to rock pink hair way way back when I saw my idol Xiaxue effortlessly slaying every selfie with it.

Photo from Lemon Angel

Since I'm not yet ready to commit to something as drastic as bleaching my hair to get it pink, the closest I could do for the meantime is to channel Marin through these lenses!

Introducting my first ever pink contacts, the O-Lens Jenith 3 Color Pink from Pinkicon! To be honest, I was second guessing whether I should get these since I thought they wouldn't look as good on morena skin. But I'm glad I didn't let that stop me and I still got them anyway! Find out why! Check out the complete review below!

Contact Lens Review: K2015 Gray (JS)

Most of the time, I find myself more attracted to colored contact lenses with interesting patterns. I love the ones that are so "out there." Especially the ones that provide either a very drastic color change or a very noticeable enlargement to the irises. I think if you're gonna drop the glasses and stick something foreign into your eyes, at least make it different from your regular look. Right?

When I first saw the K2015 Gray (JS) online at Klenspop, my first impression of it was it's just another grey lens that wouldn't do much. But when I got these last month, I was a bit surprised. Compared to the photos on the site, they look a bit different in person. They're mesmerizing when worn, especially outdoors!

Contact Lens Review: Clear Color CL101 Brown

If you're on the look out for the most natural brown contact lens in the market, forget everything I've said in the past. THIS IS THE REAL DEAL!

A few years back, I've had an exact similar looking pair like this but it's from another brand. I opted getting one of these very natural looking ones simply because I get tired of being called that I look like a doll or that I look too Kpop-ish sometimes. Mainly because most of my lenses before were the oversized 14.5mm ones that will tend to make you look a bit younger. There are times that I'd get tired of the "cutesy" look and end up wanting a more mature look so I ended up ordering my first regular sized lens and the rest is history.

Contact Lens Review: Lenspop Ellen Panda PM 14 Violet

When I was a bit younger I was really obsessed with the color purple and violet. Just like a bowerbird, instead of collecting everything blue... I used to collect everything that everything close to that color! I was really fond of that color that I even wished to have the same eye color as Elizabeth Taylor. We all know the mutation Alexandria's Genesis is just a myth so basically the closest thing you could ever have to that is having your own purple contacts. However, before it wasn't possible and practical for me to do so because the only contacts available with grade in the market are usually black, grey and brown.

Fortunately now, we're no longer limited to certain designs, sizes and colors! I'm quite delighted to find out that some but not all pink and red lenses are available with grade. Finally, my prayers have been answered!

Introducing my FIRST EVER VIOLET LENS --- The Ellen Panda PM 14 Violet!

Contact Lens Review: Lenspop Bunny 3 Color Gray

One of the things I found out while I was conducting my thesis survey was regardless of the age, gender, social status and whatsoever. The first thing that people tend to look at first are the eyes.

For certain occasions that I want to look extra pretty or glammed up, I'd tend to work on the eye area as my focal point for my makeup. Just to make my eyes do the talking.

But if my eyes could talk, I think they will tell you how mesmerizing my latest pair from Klenspop are!
Introducing my CURRENT FAVORITE SO FAR --- The Bunny 3 Color Grey!

Contact Lens Review: Canis Grey

One of the things you need to know before purchasing a pair of contact lens is it's not one size fits all. Do you have astigmatism? Chances are you should be wearing toric lenses instead of soft contact lenses. Are you going to a promising job interview or the first day of work wearing a pair of oversized dolly lens, sclera lens or crazy lens? Chances are they might prejudge you based on your appearance.

Another thing to consider is just because it looks good on the model doesn't necessarily mean that it would also look good on you. Not to discourage you or anything but I'm just being honest. I just don't want people wasting their hard earned money on things that wouldn't suit them well.

To my readers who are considering getting their first pair of contacts you might want to consider Canis Grey. A very subtle and versatile pair of contacts that I got from Klenspop, the leading company of circle lens and cosmetic lens in South Korea.

L-R: Front and back packaging

Inside the box: contact lens case, lens tweezers and vials of the circle lens.

If you're new to this, they have the contact lens manual printed on the back of the box. 

I remember years back that I had to do my research online and watch countless Youtube videos on how to put them on. It was tricky, but you'll eventually get the hang of it! Now I could put them on and off without looking at the mirror! Hohohoho!

Front view and back view of the Canis Grey vials

Canis Grey

Origin: Korea

Diameter: 14 mm

Base Curve: 8.6 mm

Water Content: 42%

Lifespan: 6 months

Prescription / Power: Plano to -10.00

View from the bottom of the vials

As always, I got them in my prescription... I'm quite happy that my prescription isn't going up.
I hope that it goes down someday. Getting Lasik is pricey and risky.

DESIGN

Here's what they look like when worn:

Natural Light

With flash

Indoor Light

Front and back design

Rating: 3/5 stars

The design of the Canis Grey has a unique starburst pattern that blends seamlessly into the iris especially on dark ones. They're very very natural on Asian eyes that it's like you're not wearing anything at all! For me, I believe the Canis Grey is quite reminiscent of GEO Magic Black (CK-101) but with a more lovely gradient and sharper lines that would accentuate your natural eye color.

COLOR

Rating: 1/5 stars

Even with the pattern, DON'T expect any color change with this one unless you have light colored irises! The surprising thing about the Canis Grey is they aren't exactly grey. They're JET BLACK.
I think they should rename this to Canis Black to avoid all confusion.

ENLARGEMENT

Rating: 2.5/5 stars

Just like any regular sized lens at 14mm, don't expect too much enlargement with these.
With a thin limbal ring and a graphic diameter of 13.4mm, it does make your irises appear to be a little bit bigger but it's not that too noticeable.

COMFORT

Rating: 5/5 stars

When I do a contact lens review I make it a point to wear it for weeks to months before writing anything. These are very comfortable and up to this point I haven't encountered any discomfort or any irritation with these lenses... unless of course when I wear them too long. Something that you shouldn't do!

OVERALL

If I were to name this, I'd call it my "all-around" lens. I could wear it anywhere without bringing too much attention to my eyes. It's simplicity is something that I find convenient since you wouldn't have to worry if your office dress code allows it, makeup clashes with it or whatsoever. If you're wearing clear lenses for quite some time, you might want to consider this for a change. With these pair, I think you could never go wrong.

For more affordable Korean contact lens like this you better check out Klenspop's online shop at http://klenspop.com/en/ where they have a wide variety of designs, different brands and sweet deals / discounts!

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Contact Lens Review: Lenspop Bunny Color Brown

It's no secret, I don't like wearing glasses. I'm not one of those hot looking geeks or nerds that could pull off that "megane" look. Ever since I figured out how to wear contact lenses (probably five years ago) and I never turned back! Goodbye granny look!

If you're looking for a certain circle lens model that provides a subtle enhancement at the same time not being too flashy, read on as the Lenspop Bunny Color Brown might be the perfect pair for you!

This week I'm happy to receive this small parcel fresh from South Korea because I was kindly sponsored by the leading company of circle lens and cosmetic lens, Klenspop. The delivery was so fast that I wasn't expecting to get it anytime soon. I didn't even have my postal ID done yet! Lol. Thanks Klenspop!

L-R: Front and back packaging

I find it nice that they printed the contact lens manual on the back of the box. 

This would save you the trouble of looking for instructions on how to care for their contact lenses if you are totally new to this.

Inside the box: contact lens case, lens tweezers and vials of the circle lens.

LENSPOP Bunny Color Brown

Origin: South Korea

Diameter: 14 mm

Base Curve: 8.6 mm

Water Content: 38%

Lifespan: 1 year

Prescription / Power: Plano to -10.00

I'm glad they have this with my prescription since some online shops don't even sell graded lenses.

DESIGN

Here's what they look like when worn:

Natural Light

Indoor Light

With flash

Front and back design

Rating: 3.5/5 stars

Here's what I think about the Bunny Color Brown. The design of these aren't too harsh and would blend well on dark eyes. These are natural looking brown lenses with a design that is a little bit similar to GEO Grang Grang Brown except these are leaning more on an orangish brown shade. Both of which I find great on everyone with or without makeup due to the small diameter and the soft dark brown limbal ring.

COLOR

Rating: 3/5 stars

For the color, it gives an ample amount of color change even on the darkest irises. Not too vibrant but not too dull as well. Anyway, I brought along my other brown circle lenses for comparison. Notice that it's more of an orangey brown compared to the yellowish brown hue of my Crystal Peridot Brown and chocolatey brown Crystal Garnet Brown.

ENLARGEMENT

Rating: 2.5/5 stars

As for the enlarging effect of this lens, I can't say much. But it doesn't do a bad job either for a regular-sized lens since it does have a thin limbal ring and the print is extended to the edge of the lens. 

COMFORT

Rating: 5/5 stars

I remembered I once ordered a pair at Multiply *cough*AigooShoppe*cough* that was so irritable to the eye that I had no choice but to dispose of them. Thank God this is NOT one of those lens! For three consecutive days, I have worn this for long long hours at school. I'm happy that there is no discomfort so far. Like my previous lenses these are soft and I don't find them too thick. In fact I didn't even remember putting eyedrops on this week as it doesn't dry out my eyes at all.

OVERALL

Personally, I love these. I'd wear this for days that I don't want to looked too dolled up or made up. I could imagine myself wearing different makeup looks with this and still pull it off (unlike my green lenses). If you want something that looks natural and provide decent color change, I say go for it!

For more affordable Korean contact lens like this you better check out Klenspop's online shop at http://klenspop.com/en/ where they have more pretty designs, different brands and sweet deals / discounts! I even saw some toric lenses and another circle lens that looks like a sparkly diamond. Very very lovely.

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Clinique's Cocktail Party

After the BDJ BOX x Revlon Nail Party, Jacqui, Arcee and I wanted to make the most of our weekend and

decided to visit Clinique's Cocktail Party at SM Aura. For those who aren't familiar with Clinique, it's one of the prestige skin care brands known for their gentle and allergy tested products that are 100% fragrance free. Except for their best-selling fragrances like Clinique Happy Heart of course. Personally, Clinique Happy Men is my favorite. I don't know why.

BDJ Box Beauty Social: Primp and Prettify

This is the 2nd BDJ Box Beauty Social for this year! Primp and Prettify was held at the SM Skydome!
The event was bigger and better compared to the 1st BDJ Box Beauty Social held last March.
During the event we got to explore some of the newest products that premium skincare, makeup and hair care brands had to offer! Glad I bought Ash and my mom along. :D

Lots of Lashes: Random False Lashes Haul

My eyelashes are the thinnest and shortest that one could ever have. 

I need to curl and them with mascara just for them to show up. 

Effective mascaras such as Maybelline Colossal tend to be expensive and I don't think I could deal with eyelash extensions due to commitment and maintenance issues.

Thus...

Tada! Here's my first falsies haul!

I don't understand Chinese but these are obviously handmade Chinese lashes.

Available in different designs varying in thickness and length.

Comfort wise, they are so light due to its design and could be worn with ease thanks to its thin lash band. Believe it or not, I like these more compared to my Etude House Secret Long. 

And those Etude House lashes are much more expensive than a box of these!

Here's what they look like when worn.

From L-R: Miss Beauty False Eyelashes in 127 and 030.

These Miss Beauty falsies I got P10 per pair. 

Gave them to my cousin because I thought they suit her better.

 

 Here's her selfie with the pair. Lol

Eyelash Extensions or false lashes? Which do you prefer more? I'd love to hear from you guys!

Celeteque DermoScience

Celeteque DermoScience believes that to keep our skin perfectly healthy, 

we must analyze our skin type to determine how to solve your skin problems.

 As they said, there is science behind beautful skin.

A few weeks ago, Celeteque was generous enough to supply 1000 of their Facebook fans with some of their products. All you have to do is to be one of the first 1000 answer their trivia questions correctly. 

3 of which will get a win a bigger lootbag.

When I found out I was in the list of winners. I was so excited because I couldn't afford the ones in Sample Room. I only had 104 points. Lol. I should definitely opt for VIP soon.

Here's the lootbag... Getting the lootbag was sort of confusing. I thought that the office I should go to was near Teleperformance in Mandaluyong. Apparently not. They had another office a few blocks away which was the designated place for claiming of prizes. Wearing heels was not a good idea.

From L-R: Celeteque Anti-Wrinkle Ultra-Hydrating Cleansing Oil, 

Celeteque Soothing Lip Balm, Celeteque Eye Tuck plus Dark Circles Lightener.

First of all, I'd like to say that the Cleansing Oil is indeed powerful. It removed all the gunk on my face especially my eye makeup which was really difficult to remove. I tried Human Nature's Cleanser and Makeup Remover with my waterproof eyeliner and it doesn't seem to budge.

The Soothing Lip Balm was awesome. It was similar to my Carmex Click Stick except it feels a bit lighter on the lips. The cooling effect is not too overwhelming as Carmex. I could not say much if my lips will get lighter due to the Mulberry extract since I am not using this as often. What I do not like is the packaging. I hate tubs. They are unhygienic to use when you stick your fingers there. I hope they'll change its packaging.

For the Brightening Eye Tuck, I cannot say much about the product since I am currently using Human Nature's Sunflower Beauty Oil on my eyes at night. But I do love how easily the product gets absorbed by my skin. Unlike the lip balm, the packaging for this one is awesome. The product is dispensed well with the tube. I'll give this one a shot. I might try this at the morning, though.

To know more about Celeteque, go visit: http://www.facebook.com/Celeteque

Sensitive Eyes

I remembered way back, the first solution I used for my eyes was SeptoCare.

I reallized I was allergic to thimerasol (a preservative) and had a very sensitive pair of eyes.

I consulted my ophthalmologist in UP Infirmary and showed her this:

Nothing wrong right?

Okay, here's a disturbing closeup:

Look at that disturbing red ring!

She said I was allergic to contacts and shouldn't take contacts that are not sold in optical shops (GEO and EOS). But stubborn me wanted to keep on using her contacts. So I told my orgmates about my little problem and they told me to try using Opti-Free Replenish because it's good for sensitive eyes.

 At first I was hesistant. Mainly because I am a cheapskate. Come on, are you gonna shell out P300+ for some solution? But after a few months of using this product I conclude that you really do get what you paid for (even though its really pricey).

And no, I'm not getting paid by Alcon just to say these things.

Lesson learned: NEVER SCRIMP ON YOUR EYES!

You only have one pair, don't mess them up!