Max Factor FOTD + Capsule Reviews
Let’s get something out in the open – I haven’t really heard much about Max Factor as a brand. I know that it’s a popular household name in UK drugstore makeup, and that’s there are a lot of rave...
View ArticleStaff Picks: Sheet masks
Welcome to another new section over here at Project Vanity: Staff Picks! We're a group of beauty addicts who just LOVE discovering new products. We read reviews, browse the shelves, and hopefully find...
View ArticleHow I gained weight and what I'm doing about it
I was disappointed to find out the other day that I gained eight pounds. I play tennis about three times a week so I was hoping, mildly, that the physical activity would offset some of my bad eating...
View ArticleThe ultimate guide to reading product labels
Have you ever bought a product just because the packaging looked so pretty? I know I have! I’ll even admit that, sometimes, I choose one brand over the other just because it looks cuter or more...
View ArticleBeauty Challenge: The P1,000 skincare regimen for oily/combination skin
Most comments from the budget makeup look challenges request a skincare version. Since each skin type has different requirements, this particular routine is geared towards oily/combination skin. All...
View ArticleWhy I never skip sunscreen + a few lightweight products to try
If there’s one beauty advice my non-kikay mom taught me, it’s this: never skip the SPF. Vitamin D from the sun may be good for you, but prolonged exposure to UV rays can seriously damage skin. Most...
View ArticleConcealer Love: The Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Makeup
Is it concealer or is it foundation? At first sight I assumed that the new Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Makeup (P725) was a foundation since it comes in a fat tube that looks like your typical stick...
View ArticleThe Weekly Poll: How often do you get facials?
How often do you get a facial?Every weekEvery two weeksOnce a monthA few times every yearNever The Weekly Poll is another new section here at Project Vanity. This is where us nosy folks ask questions...
View ArticleHow to pose for that winning #OOTD photo
Whether you’re aiming for the perfect profile pic, trying to improve your 'gram grid, starting out in fashion blogging or working on a portfolio, mastering the art of striking a pose is a must. Even...
View ArticleThe Benefit Air Patrol BB Cream Eyelid Primer is a sneaky good base
If you love wearing eyeshadows, having a reliable lid primer in your stash is non-negotiable. Even with high-quality pigments it's always a good idea to get the best possible vibrancy and wear time out...
View ArticleA second look at dry shampoo
Let’s talk about hair health for a moment. You’ve probably heard that it’s not healthy to wash your hair every day, but how do we deal? I live in what is probably the most polluted city of a hot and...
View ArticleFive good face primers under P500
Are you ‘primed’ to start the day? This question wouldn’t have made sense ten years ago, but the makeup world has made some amazing discoveries and developments! Back in the day, primers were unheard...
View ArticleAsk Liz: What's the best way to clean sticky brush handles?
Hi Liz, I've had my Real Techniques brush set with me for quite a long time now, probably three years already. The bristles are in perfect shape but the bottom of the handle (the black part) became...
View ArticleWhat is the best mask for your skin? Find out!
With the increasing popularity of masks, it's not surprising to see so many different kinds from your favorite beauty stores. It can get pretty confusing to find the right one for your needs, so let's...
View ArticleThe L'Oreal Color Riche Lipsticks you must own
The easiest way to find a good color is to ask the sales lady what their best-selling lipstick shade is. After all, if people are buying it enough to make a dent, it should be worth some serious...
View ArticleThe Weekly Haul: Bobbi Brown, Kanebo Kate, Avon
Time to share your haulage again! This week I got a few - ok maybe a lot - of makeup. Kate Tokyo sent some of their new products, while Bobbi Brown seeded two new collections. Wow. Thanks Robbie and...
View ArticleWorth The Splurge: Baby Foot is the cure for rough, cracked feet
Are your feet complaining from all the rushing you did during the holidays? Do you suffer from dry skin and miss out on from wearing sandals? I had both issues with my feet and needed a quick-fix! My...
View ArticleStaff Picks: foundations
Do you know why foundations make up for a multibillion dollar industry? It’s because of the concept of “hiyangan” or in the crudest translation - compatibility of the product to the user. Even a...
View ArticleWhen was the last time you did a skincare diet?
What's your first reaction when you get a breakout? Chances are, you quickly respond by applying various treatments and zit zappers to nix those troublemakers. But did you know that piling on products...
View ArticleMy LBC Shipping Cart experience + what I ordered from the US
I love hoarding, er, collecting art materials as much as I love having lots of makeup choices. I travel abroad to trawl for my materials but there are some US stores I want shop at one day - stores...
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