by Thea Lowe | Aug 7, 2026 | Blog
Bakit Nawawala ang Makeup Kalagitnaan ng Gabi
May karanasan na tayong lahat nito. Kinakabahan ka nang perfect ang eyeliner mo pagsimula ng gabi, pero pagsapit ng ala-una, parang may nagtangkang burahin ang buhok mong eyebrow at binabaan ang foundation mo sa leeg. Hindi ito kasalanan mo. Ang totoo, ang init at halumigmig sa Pilipinas ay hindi biro. Kapag tumaas ang temperatura lagpas 35°C at umuusok ang bawat commute, mabilis lang ang unti-unting paglitaw ng shine at pagkatunaw ng contour.
Ang problema, hindi lang init ang kalaban. Pawis, hangin, at yung habit nating ginagalaw ang mukha kapag nagsasalita o kumakain. Kaya kung gusto mong may laban ang makeup mo hanggang sunrise, kailangan mong ayusin ang buong proseso, hindi lang yung huling touch-up spray.
Primer at Setting Spray: Hindi Opsyonal
Kung iisipin mong luxury lang ang primer, mali ka. Ito ang foundation ng foundation mo, literal. Ang mga setting spray na may temperature control technology, gaya ng sikat na Urban Decay All Nighter, ay online casino mismong sinabi ng maraming reviewer na kayang mag-lock ng makeup nang hanggang labing-anim na oras, kahit sa init o pawis. Oo, kahit sa kasal, kahit sa panganganak pa (totoong review yan, hindi biro). Kung ayaw mo namang gastusan ang branded, may mga budget na alternatibo rin na parehong mahusay basta consistent kang gagamit ng X-and-T motion sa pagspray, mga walong pulgada ang distansya mula sa mukha.
May Iba Pa Palang Gagawin
Bago pa man dumating sa setting spray, siguraduhing may grip ang primer na ginagamit mo. Kung matte ang balat mo, piliin ang matte formula. Kung tuyo, hanapin yung dewy na may hyaluronic acid. Simple lang naman ang logic dito, kung ano ang balat mo, dun ka sasabay, hindi kontra.
Saan Talaga Susubukin ang Tibay ng Makeup Mo
Hindi lang sa kasal o graduation susubukin ang durability ng makeup mo. Isipin mo yung mga gabi na tuloy-tuloy, karaoke session na umabot ng hatinggabi, o yung mga kaibigang nag-iistambay sa bahay habang naglalaro ng online casino games hanggang mag-alas-tres ng umaga. Sa mga sitwasyong ganito, hindi mo naman gustong tumigil bawat oras para ayusin ang mukha. Gusto mo, minsan mo lang ilalagay ang makeup, tapos bahala na ito sa sarili niya hanggang sa huling laro o huling kanta.
Dito rin pumapasok ang tamang pagpili ng foundation. Ayaw mo ng heavy na oxidize agad, at ayaw mo rin ng sobrang matte na tumatanda ka pagdaan ng ilang oras dahil sa pagkati-kati. Ang gusto mo, breathable pero may hold.
Mga Lokal na Brand na Kaya Ang Hamon
Malaking hakbang na ang ginawa ng mga Pilipinong beauty brand para dito. Ang GRWM Cosmetics, halimbawa, may lineup na tinawag na Breathe Beauty, isang koleksyon na pinatunayang kaya pagsabayin ang full-coverage matte at breathable wear, dalawang bagay na dati akalain mong hindi puwedeng magkasama. Yung Daily Skin Tint nila may SPF 30 pa at umaabot sa dalawampu’t limang shades, kaya mas malaki ang tsansang mahanap mo ang tamang match.
May Enigma din, brainchild ni makeup artist Raiza Contawi, na sinadyang gawin para sa balat at klima ng mga Pilipino, may medium to full coverage na natural ang finish. Labindalawa lang muna ang available na shades pero mabuti nang may lokal na opsyon na alam mo talagang inisip ang init at pawis natin dito, hindi lang kinopya mula sa formula na gawa para sa lamig ng ibang bansa.
Ang Simpleng Checklist Bago Ka Lumabas
Kung susumahin, hindi ito tungkol sa dami ng produktong ginamit mo. Tungkol ito sa pagkakasunod-sunod. Primer na tugma sa balat mo, foundation na hindi natatakot sa init, tapos setting spray bilang huling proteksyon. Kapag tama ang tatlong hakbang na ito, mas malaki ang tsansa mong maging katulad ka pa rin ng simula ng gabi kapag dumating ang sunrise, kahit pagod na ang buong katawan mo.
by Thea Lowe | Mar 24, 2015 | Blog
It is very important that we keep all of our makeup tools clean and sanitary as these are items that get in close contact with the eyes, lips and skin and if dirty can cause allergic reactions, breakouts and/or infections. It also helps to avoid the spread of germs by not double dipping or allowing any dirty tools to come into contact with your makeup or sharing makeup with other persons as this can contaminate the product(s) and spread bacteria.
Makeup Brushes
These can be washed and sanitized once or twice weekly or even fortnightly depending on how often you use them. Cleaning and caring for your makeup brushes will lengthen their life and you won’t have to replace them as often.
To clean heavily soiled brushes, you can simply wash them with a mixture of 1 pt. olive oil and 1 pt. dishwashing liquid. It is important to note that when wetting the bristles of the brush, you should keep the bristles angled downwards; never soak or submerge the brush into water as it can cause the glue to gradually separate and the bristles to fall out over time thereby prematurely ending the life of your precious brush.
You can use a shallow plate to hold the olive oil/soap mixture and then apply it evenly through the bristles of your brushes and watch as it begins to dissolve any makeup.
Rinse off the bristles under cool running water while making sure that they are still angled downwards so the water just runs off. When the water runs clear, gently squeeze out any excess liquid, reshape and lay the brushes flat on a towel to air dry for at least 6 to 8 hours.
To clean brushes with mild buildup, wash with either a bit of baby shampoo, dishwashing liquid or unscented pure white soap such as Ivory or Dial. After cleansing and rinsing, squeeze excess liquid, reshape and lay flat on a towel to air dry for at least 6 to 8 hours.
Once the brushes are dry, you can mist a paper towel with a bit of isopropyl alcohol then wipe down the brush handles to clean, disinfect and remove any makeup smudges or residue from them.
Sponges
Reusing sponges aren’t good for the skin as oil, sweat and makeup begins to build up in the sponge therefore creating the perfect environment for bacteria to breed and multiply. Instead, stock up on a few if this is your preferred method of applying your foundation, then use and discard when finished.
Powder Puff
These should be washed weekly with soap and warm water; you can also toss them in the washer and dryer on laundry day. Try to replace them often.
Tools
Tweezers, eyelash curlers, sharpeners and lash combs can be cleaned by spraying with isopropyl alcohol and wiping all residue off with a clean cloth. Once all of the residue has been removed, mist them again with the alcohol to sanitize and allow them to air dry.
by Thea Lowe | Mar 11, 2015 | Blog
Evening makeup can be bold, sultry and dramatic. This is the time to try a dark smokey eye with a soft lip colour or a winged liner with bold lips. The important aspect of doing any makeup look is to emphasize one area of the face like the eyes OR the lips, never both.
Here are a few tips on evening makeup applications:
Brows
Shape, define and fill in the brows with a pencil and/or powder and brush through gently to blend and distribute the product evenly. Conceal brows for a more defined shape and be sure to blend it out well.
Eyes
If making your lips the main focus, you can do the following:
• Eyeshadow – Apply soft colours to the eyes to define the crease and highlight the brow bone.
• Eyeliner – Apply dark coloured liner on the water line and winged liner above the eyes near the lash line. Your winged liner can be a bit thicker and longer for evening time.
• Mascara – Curl and define lashes then apply a few coats of black mascara to the top and bottom lashes.
To make your eyes the main focus of your look, you can do the following:
• Eyeshadow – Apply eyeshadows in deep rich colours rather than a heavy application of product. You can also use a bit of shimmer on the lid ensuring it does not go into and above the crease.
Remember to clean up underneath your eyes with a bit of makeup remover when using dark colours or glitter as there is usually fall-out which when mixed with foundation causes the colour to get muddled and the glitter to spread.
• Mascara – To amp up the drama, curl lashes and apply a few coats of black mascara to your top and bottom lashes
• Eyeliner – Apply dark coloured liner on the water line and winged liner above the eyes near the lash line.
Face
Apply foundation to the center of the face and then blend outwards making sure not to forget the neck. If you want you can skip foundation altogether and spot conceal any blemishes or problem areas including under the eyes. When finished, set with a bit of translucent powder.
Blush
Apply a richer shade of blush to the apples of the cheeks and blend out and upwards making sure there are no visible lines.
Lips
If your eyes are the main focus, go for a sheer lip gloss or a soft shade of lipstick.
If you want your lips to be the main focus, go for a richer shade of lipstick.
by Thea Lowe | Mar 3, 2015 | Blog
Daytime makeup should be applied using soft shades of colour and shouldn’t be too dramatic for the workplace — occasion. That doesn’t mean you can’t wear a red lipstick, it just means that the overall look shouldn’t involve lots of dark colours, glitter and severe contouring. You should try to make one feature the main focus, either the lips, eyes or skin.
Here are a few tips:
Brows
Lightly shape, define and fill in the brows with a pencil and/or powder and brush through gently to blend and distribute the product evenly for a very natural look.
Eyes
The aim is to brighten up the eyes and make them look awake and refreshed. Avoid using Black or other dark coloured shadows and liner in the daytime as it can appear too harsh. Instead, try earth tones such as Browns, Tans, Greens, Gray, Beige, light Pinks and Lavender.
- Mascara – For persons with very light hair, Brown mascara will look very natural.
For persons with dark Brown or Black hair, you can go with dark Brown or Black mascara.
- Eyeliner – avoid wearing black eyeliner on the water line with Black mascara during the day as the combination can be too harsh. Instead, try wearing a soft Brown, Purple, Gray, Green or Beige eyeliner to enhance the eyes.
An example of a daytime eye makeup look is as follows:
1) Matte Beige eyeshadow applied from the eyelid up to the brow bone
2) Soft Brown eyeshadow applied in the crease for definition
3) Brown pencil applied on the waterline
4) Thinly Line above the lash line with a light Brown pencil
5) Apply Black mascara to lashes
Face
During the day, try to avoid using heavy foundations on the face. You can use any formula you like as long as it’s used in moderation. The aim is to even your skin tone by using the least amount of product as possible. To apply, place the product in the center of the face and then blend outwards making sure not to forget the neck. When finished, set with a bit of powder.
Blush
Apply blush to the apples of the cheeks and blend out and upwards. Always start lightly and build. You want to appear as if the colour is coming from underneath the skin, so do make sure to blend it out properly so there are no visible lines.
Lips
Depending on if you chose to have your eyes as the main focus, go for a sheer lip gloss. If you want your lips to be the main focus, go for a brighter coloured lipstick with liner and mascara on the eyes to balance the overall look.
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by Thea Lowe | Feb 10, 2015 | Blog
Understanding the following terms will help you in choosing and deciding what products will work best for you.
Eyeshadow
Eyeshadows can come in a variety of forms with various finishes:
- Loose Powder – Highly pigmented loose shadow
- Compact/Pressed Powder – This is the most common type that you can purchase anywhere
- Baked – Shadows are usually dome shaped and can be applied wet or dry. If applied wet, the application will create an intense colour payoff for a more dramatic look. A dry application will yield a softer more natural colour payoff.
- Cream – This can come in a pot, tube, pencil or stick
Eyeshadow Finishes
Eyeshadow finishes vary by brand; some companies have more variety compared to others. The following are most of the finishes available on the market and do not come from any one specific brand of cosmetics.
- Matte – Usually has a high level of pigment with no shimmer, sheen or shine. This is perfect for reshaping and defining the eyes. Matte shadows work well on every age range especially mature skin as it won’t attract attention to fine lines or create a crepe like texture on the lids. Do be careful as matte shadows do sometimes tend to be chalky or patchy but will blend better and work great once an eye shadow base is applied.
- Satin – Has a soft sheen instead of an intense frosty effect. It is a medium between matte and frost and is great on all skin types. Persons with mature skin can use a little of this shadow on the eyes.
- Metallic – Shiny look that resembles actual metal like gold, silver, foil, copper and bronze. This works well on ebony or darker skin tones. Persons with mature skin or with fine lines and wrinkles should avoid this as it will settle into the lines.
- Frost – Iridescent with the most shine. It usually has reflective white or silver particles and can be layered on top of other shadows. This finish can accentuate fine lines and wrinkles.
- Shimmer – Sheer coverage with a subtle shine and hint of sparkle.
- Lustre – Similar to frost but contains finely milled glitter particles to give an intense sparkly effect. Persons with mature skin should avoid this type.
- Glitter – This is usually pure glitter particles that may require a tacky base for adhering it to the eyes.
- Marbled – These consist of various colours marbled together in one pan. You can apply the colours individually or swirl your eye shadow brush through and apply to the lids. This creates a unique colour each time you apply.
