6/1/12 - 7/1/12 - Shen's Addiction

Young, vibrant and feminine. That's probably how I would describe the new Charriol Show-off fragrance. Designed for urban women, this fragrance embodies a chic elegance.

Top notes
The fragrance opens on a fresh, fruity and exuberant blackcurrant and bergamot accord, harmoniously enveloped in the delicate and elegant caress of peach velvet.
Scintillating, sparkling femininity, right from the start.

Middle notes
Its feminine core unveils an irresistible array of precious floral essences, at once glitteringly bright and divinely elegant. Violet absolute and lotus blossom extract, with a blush of rose petals.
The radiance of glowing, refined femininity.

Base notes
Amber, musk and cedar leave a mysteriously enveloping sensuality in their trail, for a voluptuous signature in dazzling colors.

The radiant sensuality of a woman whose natural elegance can be sensed and seen at first glance.

--- from Charriol

Whenever fragrance brand would call us to attend their events or give us a sample of their latest product, I am a bit apprehensive. Given that I have a super sensitive nose, I'm not easily swayed by fabulous events or grandiose presentation. I don't even care if the perfume is endorsed by famous celebrities... What I need is to smell it first and with just a whiff, I would know if it's worth whipping out my credit card for. Much less, a review on this blog.

Quite truthfully and without kidding, Charriol lived up to my expectations! (Letting out a huge sigh of relief). There's nothing worst than being treated to a fancy dinner with overflowing wine and good company and not to like the product, I tell you!

But Charriol Show-off exceeded all my criteria when it comes to perfume. I love the scent! It's appealing, addicting and not at all too storng.. I hope I'm making sense here. I'm not good with perfume review.

I should end this post with that... but I'd like to take in the fact that I got to hand it to Charriol for keeping true to its design aesthetics on how the bottle is shaped like the classic Charriol bracelet.

The amethyst shade not only makes it more Charriol but for me, it's a classic shade that reminds you only of royalty and finesse.

I only wear this perfume on special occasions. It's that kind of perfume that you reserve for important events or when you want to dress to impress. I don't need to bring the bottle with me since the scent last the whole evening.

It's also noticeable, the musk be the culprit. Quite surprisingly, I don't like musk. But with the combination of all the notes, I didn't even mind it. It's smells wonderful and totally classy.

In other words, lakas makayaman. #lol

If you ask me, I'd love for everyone to grab a bottle of this! But since perfumes depends on ones preferences, I hope at least I have sparked your interest to try/test Show-off out the next time you visit Rustan's or Charriol.

Charriol SHOW - OFF, Eau de Toilette spray (100 ml - Php5250,30 ml - Ph 2950).

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There's something about bright pink fuchsia lipsticks that makes me act more like a girl. God knows and so many people I know that I'm hardly the feminine type. I'm boisterous and loud, edging obnoxious. I'm not afraid to speak my mind as much as I like making small talks. Sometimes, people think I have no funneling system and seemingly as if I have no care for the world.

It may look like that way, but I'm not entirely all that summation. Like every other person, there's another Shen lurking inside that only the closest to me see. So I try to interpret it with my makeup and fashion choices.

When I say that I didn't have style, that means that I just dress up accordingly or when I'm channeling that girly-girl inside of me... That usually mean, pink or ultra feminine shades.

Like this look for instance...

I seem to be a bit reliant on 3 shades now... all from my dependable Beauty Pro Cosmetics Sweet and Smokey Palette. A palette that embodies the two persona residing in yours truly's body. The True Brown, Tan Brown and Shimmer Beige.

For me, this is the ultimate neutral make up look. It's unbelievably easy to recreate that I'm confident I can do this look even when I'm driving (although I don't advise on it) or even when both my eyes are closed (not blinded since I wouldn't be able to apply the eyeshadows then).

Tan Brown serves more as a contour which gives the appearance I have deeper crease. The Brown smokes it out a little. While the Shimmer Beige brightens up the eyes.

I don't know if you noticed that I lined my eyes thinly this time. Unfortunately, I didn't take this chance to Lana Del Ray my eyes. I just wanted to define and wing it to draw away people from seeing how droopy my eyes really are.

This look is meant to enhance the eyes.

I wish I have smaller nose. I really do. God knows I'd jump on a chance to get a rhinoplasty... and its at its worst when haters point out how big and ugly it is. But I try to cope. As I'm sure you do, too, whenever people pull you down and say bad things about your appearance.

We just really have to survive and realize that we can't please everybody. And though we may love everything about ourselves, there's always a silver lining. Mine are my lips. Many have complimented me on how full my lips are and though it took awhile for me to find the confidence to accept it... I finally did and it became more comfortable to saying "Thank you" and acknowledge it.

Now I play with my lips and makes it often as a highlight of my makeup looks.

Products used:

Foundation: Makeup Forever HD Foundation

Powder Foundation: The Body Shop All-in-One Face Base

Concealer: Revlon PhotoReady Concealer in 02

Undereye Setting Powder: Revlon ColorStay Aqua in Light Pale

Contour: The Body Shop Matte Bronzer in 04

Blush: Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge in Pale Pink

Eye Primer: Benefit Cosmetics Stay Don't Stray Primer

Eyeshadow: Beauty Pro Cosmetics in Sweet and Smokey Palette

Eyeliner: Maybelline Eyestudio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner in 01 Black

Mascara: Maybelline Magnum Super Film

Lips: NYX Lip Liner in Pink Fuchsia

Shen's Makeup Tip:

If you don't have a matte lipstick (we know those can be a bit expensive), opt for lip liners! They are drying, true... But with a well conditioned lips, this can pass for a matte lipstick. I got NYX Lip Liner in Fuchsia from Digital Traincase for only Php150 (during a bazaar). Viola! Instant matte lippie!

People may not always understand us and we may be a bit confuse as to who we really are. But instead of sulking and feeling sorry for yourself, take this time to explore your other facets and experiment. Blogging helped me a lot to put a lot of things in perspective. And if you're reading this post and feeling gloomy, I advise for you to create your own blog (if you still haven't) and simply start writing/typing. It doesn't have to be complicated, just something that is straight from the heart. :)

You'll never know where it might lead you... for me, it led to me experimenting with a more feminine looks and playing with bold lip colors. Which in turn, made me into the blogger that I am now. :)

Have you ever been mocked or judged? Did you ever feel you don't have any beauty in you? Share your thought with me and let's talk about it!