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Eleven women on how they became kikay and owned it
While some people still insist on using it as a derogatory term or deride women who wear makeup, we PV girls choose to own the term “kikay”. It’s just not about looking good for the sake of looking...
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Review + swatches: The Maybelline V-Face Collection
Just a few years ago face contouring wasn't something you'd do on a daily basis; it was only reserved for special occasions, and a makeup artist had to be on speed dial in case of accidents and injury...
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I didn't wear perfume most of my life, but now I'm addicted
I’m in my late twenties, and have made it through a master’s degree and marriage with just my trusty body splashes from Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works. I used to think that real perfumes...
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Broadcast Beauty: A TV news reporter’s secrets to looking great on cam
by Gett Baladad, contributorWe salute female news anchors for their poise and bravery in reporting amidst the current political landscape. We admire the endless amounts of grit and hard work they...
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There is now a pill for pimples and here’s how it works
This story is brought to you by Innovitelle.I had pretty bad acne during most of college years and my early twenties. The first piece of makeup I ever bought with my own money was concealer because I...
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The top six pet peeves of makeup artists when dealing with clients
Cover photo via Happy Skin CosmeticsGetting glammed up by a beauty pros is a special treat. Aside from our trusty online beauty gurus, makeup artists are our up-close and personal source for the...
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Editor's Picks: Random September faves
It's ironic that we feature so many products and yet, some of them fall through the cracks and may take too long before their moment in the sun. This column aims to give you a preview of what's been...
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Event spotting + a quick review: The Physiogel Daily Defence Range
I have always loved living in the city. There’s plenty to do and places to see, and practically anything you can think of is within reach. But while progress happens at a rapid-fire pace, there’s also...
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Five must-have products for banishing midday grease
Having a tropical climate means being able to enjoy beach-ready weather, fruity treats, and summer dresses all year-round. Unfortunately, it also means having to deal with our faces oiling up in the...
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A waterproof liner that won't quit: The K-Palette Real Lasting Eyepencil
K-Palette is most famous for its liquid eyeliner, but the brand actually released a pencil liner some three years back. I thought it was okay. I used the pencils for a while however I quietly went back...
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Beauty News Roundup: Refillable contour kits, cute balms, and Drew Barrymore...
When it comes to beauty updates and exciting new releases, we’ve got you covered. September has just come to an end but the fun (and stream of goodies) doesn’t stop here. We’ve got the latest lippies...
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Staff Picks: Products we’ll likely never use again
Certain products get raves from beauty gurus and real friends alike but sometimes, somehow, they just don’t work FOR YOU. It sucks but it’s just one of those things that you have to accept as a unique...
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What's good: 10 local beauty products to rave about to a balikbayan
"What should I buy from the Philippines while I'm there?" You've probably been asked this question by a balikbayan friend or relative at least once before. Now that it's vacation season for many OFWs,...
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Quick swatches + prices: The MAC It’s A Strike Collection
Is it still called nostalgia even if you didn’t live through a certain period in time but have a romanticized notion of it? That’s how it felt when I caught sight of MAC It’s A Strike collection. It...
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How to clean your cushion compact sponge like an adult
So you’ve finally found the cushion compact of your dreams. Congratulations! Whether you found The One via recos list, discovered it while browsing your favorite beauty haunts, or ventured to make your...
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An impulse buy: The Tartelette in Bloom Eyeshadow palette
No matter how much makeup I have, I am still no match for the charms of a beautiful eyeshadow palette. The Tartelette In Bloom Amazonian Clay Palette (~P2,400 or $50 from Amazon) was an impulse buy...
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Nose Strips vs. Blackhead Balms: What works better?
Since moving to Manila from Cavite and commuting regularly to school, blackheads have become a top skincare issue for me. I keep my face clean but daily exposure to pollution, dirt, and sweat has...
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10 Women On Their De-stressing Beauty Rituals
by Claire Reyes, contributor / Header image via askmewhats.comWe all have those days when we feel like we could be the new face of a #StressDrilon or #HaggardoVersoza meme. The struggle is real and...
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How to avoid wasting your money on fake makeup
“Ma’am, ito po bago, Naked 5. Authentic po. Three hundred lang.”My vanity had a space reserved for a Naked palette when this happened and my mother knew it. She excitedly pulled me aside and asked if I...
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Swatches + Review: the Rilakkuma x A'Pieu Collection
When I saw the Rilakkuma x A'Pieu limited edition collection drop at Althea last September, I knew I had to grab a few things before they go out of stock. The price wasn't too bad, plus I've been...
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