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What say you about having to hashtag #nofilter on all your selfies?

I see there are a lot of you wanting to do this. But that can't always be the case because the truth of the matter is, these filters are a dream come true for us women who have less-than desirable skin. We now rely on our heavy-duty smartphones and apps to give us that smooth-looking skin for when we need it--which let's face it, is quite often.

But what if I tell you that there's a new product out there that aims to give you a flawless looking skin worthy of a #nofilter hashtag? People are calling it a miracle in a tube, the next generation primer and the filters of all filters. It promises to fill up all those pores, fine lines and wrinkles and give you that glow that you've always wanted. It mattifies and provides a flawless base for your makeup. It is everything that you've been hoping for, and more... because it even claims that you won't even need makeup to get that much-desired flawless skin.

So with that, I introduce to you, the Blur Creams!

The latest beauty innovation since the BB and CC Creams. A beauty solution that many have prayed and yearned for is now available... well, not yet here in Philippines. But it's been making waves already in the UK and the US. 

But what are blur creams, anyway? Well, it's a primer-like light refracting gel cream that reduces the appearance of signs of aging. It evens out the skin texture and blurs out imperfection. Like I mentioned, it has the consistency of a primer so it also mattifies the skin to lessen skin's oiliness. The light-refracting ability of a blur cream also makes it possible for many to skip makeup altogether because it effectively blurs out trouble areas that usually needs concealing with a makeup.


Let me share you some products that have started this latest beauty trend.
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Robinsons Department Store will be holding another Beauty Fair. That means tons of promos and Sale of up to 50% off on selected items for the whole month of February until mid-March. Enjoy discounts on some of your favorite items and be sure to stock up on some of your bath and body essentials. This is also a great time to try out new things you've been holding out on. :)

Brands participating: Maybelline, L'oreal, Revlon, Dove, AXE, Close-up, Tresseme, Pond's, Sunsilk, Creamsilk, Garnier, and more!
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I can totally relate with girls who are having a hard time with their pimples. I do remember feeling conscious and shy because I wasn't like the rest of my friends who have smooth skin, free from pimples. It took a lot of effort and changes just so I can enjoy a face that is void of acne. But it did pay off.

When I was introduced to Garnier Pure Active, I admit that I was a bit hesitant. Seldom do I come by over-the-counter products that really solves my acne problems. But the Salicylic Acid convinced me to give it try. Not to mention that I am a big fan or their Garnier Light Eye Roll-on and their BB Roll-on.

And with almost 2 weeks of use of the Pure Active Facial Scrub, my pimples have lessened and my face looked cleaner and clearer. And when using the Pure Active Roll-on, my pimple have visibly decreased in redness and have dried up in just 2 to 3 days.

Because of this, I want to share these 2 products with you!

Join this contest and get a chance to try this pimple buster, simply answer:

"In what way did acne affect your life?"

It would help if you like me on Facebook (/shensaddictionpage) and follow me on Twitter (@shensaddiction)!
Share and tweet this, too! Pretty Please?

Place your answer at the comment box below with your name and email address.

Contest ends on April 6, 2012!

Good luck!





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During the Facebook and Twitter Fans Day of Garnier Philippines, the question of whether one had to suffer from pimples was answered.

Garnier gathered it's facebook and twitter loyal fans for day of fun activities, to introduce their new great products and of course, but to the surprise of many (myself included), to meet Georgina Wilson, their latest product endorser.

I once worked with Georgina Wilson at the Topshop event I handled but I'm sure she barely remembered me. it was nice seeing that flawless, smiling face again. The girl lights up the room. She is so humble! She engaged the audience which i find really charming as everyone got so giddy with her interviews and all. She's super adorable and even in flats, she towers everyone!

I think Garnier really made the right choice in choosing her for the the new Garnier Pure Active line. Georgina shares that she herself have had pimples and have done everything to get rid it. Even now, she still tackles the big bad red zit.

Fortunately, there are products out there to help us get rid of our problems. Garnier introduced their weapon against the 6 signs of skin problems which are usually associated with acne: pimples, oiliness, whiteheads and blackheads, enlarged pore and unevenness of skin tone.

Garnier Philippines makes it easier for us to combat these dilemmas without having to pay for so much with Garnier Pure Active Multi-action Facial Scrub and Anti-Imperfections Cooling Roll-on. 

Why should you try this?

It has the highest content of Salicylic Acid (2%) allowed for over the counter products. Salicylic Acid or Beta Hydroxy Acid is the best (in my honest opinion) as an anti-bacterial properties that is great for enlarged pores and oiliness!

And Herba Repair, derived from blueberry which has a regenerating and repairing properties to reduce skin dullness.

Everything that you need to control and heal pimples are available in the Garnier Pure Active products. For me, I think anything with Salicylic Acid is certainly worth trying especially if you are dealing with so much pimples.

Here are some photos I took of the event:












Garnier Philippines Team! I do love their jacket!

What to know more about the Facebook and Twitter fans day, check out the video! Hmm... can you spot me and Nikki?



I super enjoyed the fans day. I've been a fan of Garnier since it came here to the Philippines and to meet people who have the same love as I do for the brand is so overwhelming. Thanks Garnier for inviting me. I really appreciate the fun activities, meeting Georgina Wilson, the super great food and of course, for my new Garnier Pure Active products.



Must try: Pure Active Anti-impressions Cooling Roll-on. it just a few tries, I've proven this wand works! It dries pimples immediately (depending on how worst your pimple is). Mine took 2 to 3 days to dry up!


Must try: A refreshing scrub from Garnier Pure Active Multi-Action Scrub. I love that the beads aren't harsh. Lather on your hands the product first before you wash your face. This makes the scrub more foamy and helps with removing more impurities and oil!


To get a chance to be a part of the Garnier events and promos, visit and like their facebook page (www.facebook.com/takecaregarnier) and follow them on twitter (www.twitter.com/GarnierPh).

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Let's make it official, shall we?


It's as simple as that!

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"Shen's Addiction is having an FB giveaway. Just like and share! She will be giving away Garnier Philippines gift pack, Belo Essentials goodie bag and Beauty & Minerals Charm Brushes!" 


(don't forget to tag @Shen's Addiction!


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Congratulation to you, girls! Your comments won the commenters of month, June and July 2011.
Thank you for these inspiring comments!



June Winner: Hana Abello

She made a good point on how RH Bill helps those who have incapable of thinking for themselves that the Government needs to insert themselves in issues that should have been reserved for more important things. Thanks for this wonderful and insightful comments.

You win a gift pack of Pond's products!



July Winner: Ms. Terry

Ms. Terry's caught my attention because I feel kindred in her words. I, too, struggle with techniques and would spend hours in correct contouring and of course, blush application. I'm happy that you found this post helpful. And I'm sure in time, you'll be applying blush like a pro. Just practice, practice and experiment. :)

You win a gift pack of Garnier products!

Want to be a commenter of the month?
Just comment on any of my post (even if it's not within the span of the month covered). And if I like them, you'll get a chance to win goodies from me!

To claim your prize, please email me at shensaddiction@gmail.com. Pease use the email/fb/twitter etc. that you used in commenting. Thanks!





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Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on (Php229) promises fairer, more radiant, more even-toned, with less dark circles, with less dark spots, fresher, smoother, less tired, more hydrated and tighten under eyes....


Lots of promises and I know it's trying to reach new heights. Who wouldn't right? After all, there are many women I know who hates having tired looking eyes and almost all have trouble with dark under eyes. Am I right? Or am I right? I know, I'm right! Lol!


What is Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on? It's like a liquid under eye concealer with the benefit of skin care with its pure lemon essence. Having a love for products that has many benefits, I like that Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on works as a skin care and makeup in one cool packaging.


Question is, is it makeup? It kinda is. Smells like makeup, too. The scent is definitely like your typical liquid foundation. Come to think of it, it smells like The Body Shop's  Moisture White Shiso BB Cream.On the part that one of its main purpose is to conceal dark under eyes instantly with presence of mineral pigments. Think of it as your Garnier Light Brightening Eye Roll-on but with a liquid-y texture blemish balm cream.

Does it work in giving you a brighter looking eyes instantly? It most certainly does. Since it has mineral pigments same shade as most skin tones, your eyes are immediately looking brighter with just an application and blending it like your typical concealer. No kidding on this part. Works like your regular concealer, no doubt.

But with the presence of Lemon Essence and Caffeine (ingredients that made this product really popular in the first place, you get a double duty product that will lessen the dullness, puffiness and darkness in the long run. Combined with healthy lifestyle of eating and sleeping habits, of course.

Can I ditch my regular under eye concealer for the Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on? You can if you're skin matches the shade this comes in. So far, I have this roll-on in NATURAL. I know in other countries they have two shades but I'm not sure here. If you're fair to medium dark, then this can work for you. But not likely with very morena or tanned-skin women.

Another point is the lasting power and I don't think it is at par with a more heavy-duty under eye concealer like MAC Studio Fix, Bobbi Brown or Laura Mercier. But then again, this is not entirely makeup. This is probably okay as a sort of primer as it dries into a MATTE finish. It is more like a oil-free tinted moisturizer for the eyes than a regular concealer.

Photo below will show the shade. It's a bit lighter than my skin tone and exactly how I want my under eye concealer shade to be. Suffice it to say, that I'm happy with the NATURAL shade of Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on.


Since it is also like skin care, can I also use this in the evening before going to bed? I think so, too. I bet you'll be looking fabulous in case somebody visits at the wee hours at night and you're just in you pj's. BUT, if you already have the Garnier Light Brightening Eye Roll-on, they maybe you can reserve that one for the evening rituals intead. People might think you're getting ready to go out to party at night. :)

How how it when you used it? How did you use it? It was okay to say the least. Since I treat like a concealer for the under eyes, I basically just roll the product onto my skin and then blend it in with my fingers and/or concealer brush. See the photo below. It really looks like a liquid concealer. The shade actually reminds me of my Revlon Age Defying Spa Concealer in 02 except that it's a more on the pink-tone side.


How did it look like after you blended it? It certainly looked like I had concealer on! Take a look at the photos below and check it for yourself.



What I like specifically like how Garnier Light Eye Roll-on lessens the puffiness underneath my eyes almost immediately. Lately I'm going for the really bright under eyes look and I like how this preps it for that effect.


Photo below is a before and after makeup application using the Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on.




Does is effectively cover dark circles? With that I don't think I'm much of a help since I don't suffer much with dark under eye circles. But with coverage-wise, I'm pretty happy with it. For those with really dark circles, the consistency maybe a bit too light and you might need a creamier one that really conceals.

Why should I buy it? If you're someone who is not into a lot of makeup and appreciate a product with dual purpose without having to look too fixed, then Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on is something you should look into. You can use this as a light concealer for your under eyes and just apply your face powder and you're set to go.

What I love:

  • it's easy to blend with just using my ring finger
  • it's easy to blend with using a concealer brush
  • affordable at Php229 ($5 approx)
  • matches my skin tone (or at least the shade I need for my under eyes)
  • dries into a matte finish
  • really brightens up the eyes
  • can be a nice substitute for liquid concealer
  • lessens puffiness
  • roll-on applicator makes it easier for applying the product to the eyes
  • cool-effect that the product gives

What I don't:
  • Not for heavy-duty concealing (if one buys this for this purpose, buy a regular cream concealer instead)

Overall, I am pretty happy with this purchase given that I am not trying to ditch my cream concealer for those days I need ultimate concealing. The double duty got to me. Love that its a skin care and concealer in one for those days I don't want to pack on too much product to my face.

This is really a good buy especially if you're a fan of the Garnier Light Brightening Eye Roll-on. And for those whose focus is more on the skin care than the concealing part. But if you already have a good concealer and eye cream, then I don't think you're missing out much with this product.

Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on is available at all Garnier counters at beauty counters and groceries. I got mine at PCX, Greenbelt 3.

If you have more questions about the Garnier Light BB Eye Roll-on, please don't hesitate to contact me! :)




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After the year '96 debacle of me playing with my one of parents' hair coloring kit, I never ever again touched another. Not until I got the Garnier Nutrisse Cream Nourishing Permanent Hair Color as a gift and I thought, "why not?". My roots were showing and it's becoming unflattering.
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Hi Everyone!

How's your weekend? Mine is spent with blogger and college friends. Don't you just love spending time with your girlfriends? Too bad that the weather literally is raining on my parade. But I'm not all too unhappy of the rainy season. Read on why.

I always see the rainy season as the best time to use whitening products. Not because there is not the same amount of sun there is. We all know that sun rays still seeps from the clouds and even the rain. But since the rainy season keeps a lot of us indoors and there are no risk of over exposure like summer activities, whitening products work a lot more efficient during this season. This is also one way to save money when treating your skin.

On that note, I am now on a journey of achieving a lot more fairer skin this season. Looking back at my pictures from way back, I figured that I have been abusing my skin a bit too much.

Wouldn't you just love to get the fair skin back again?

But how can we do that if we have oily skin?

Well, that's why I'm glad to be a woman of this day and age. There is just so much techonology and innovations now that deals with almost everything we worry about, making it easier for us to become the best version of ourselves.

Garnier Skin Naturals

When I first got introduced with Garnier Skin Naturals, I knew that it would be something good. They offer skinc are products that works at an affordable price. For a girl like me who spends too much on skin care products, I often wish that there is something out there that works but won't break the bank. Well, apparently, there is.

Garnier on Light Complete

Garnier Skin Naturals released LightComplete in the market during mid of summer to target those who needs to keep their skin from oiliness but achieve a fairer complexion. Being a Filipina, I am not all too surprise the need to achieve fairer skin. LightComplete aims to target those needs and then some.

The Trial and No Error

Trial time: Close to three (3) weeks
Exposure: Little to none. 70% indoors, 30% outdoors (only when driving and walking to and fro location that is only a few meters away)
Application: Every morning after cleansing toner.
Skin type: Oily skin, prone to break out, uneven skintone of face and neck. Medium-fair skin tone.





What I love...
1. The result. My skin became a shade lighter with less than three weeks of use.
2. The price. For not more than Php200.00 ($4.00), I get a product that deals with more than one skin problem.
3. The scent reminds me of a product my mom used. Using this makes me feel closer to her.
4. Great partner when I'm undergoing whitening treatments.
5. Mattifying effect.
6. Keeps oilies away for more 3 hours on me with makeup on, 4 hours without makeup on.
7. Skin looks a lot clearer and dark spot has visibly reduced but not entirely gone.
8. Easy to apply.
9. There's moisturizing properties that my oily skin still needs.
10. Comes in different sizes to fit anyone's budget. Check Manila Beauty Blog for info.
11. Great for oily, combination-to-oily, and normal skin.
12. Had UVA/UVB protection.

What I don't...
1. From the beginning of application, the product feels like its not seeping on my skin. Like it is sitting on top. Takes a while to shake of the feeling.
2. Not really for dry skin because the feel of the mousse-like consistensy will annoy you (not your skin per se).

Swatch of Garnier Light Complete


You need only a small amount that kind of surface.


A lot softer looking skin.

Repost From Manila Beauty Blog:

There are a lot of things that stops us from achieving a fairer and clearer skin, dead skin cells that still stays on the surface of our skin, dark pimple marks and oily glands.

Now, there is one product that addresses that exactly and actually gives us more. Garnier Skin Naturals has created a product that answer many of our dilemmas. Complete your skin care regimen with Garnier Light Complete and relieve yourself from dull skin, dark spots, acne marks and oil. The all-in-one skin care that you will ever need this summer.

The zesty pure indregients of Salicylic Acid and Pure Lemon Essence creates this magic in a tube of a product. The Salicylic Acid with its anti-bacterial properties, traps in oil for a shine-free look. The Pure Lemon Essence acts as a natural exfoliator and renews skin to its original luster.

Achieve a fairer, whiter skin with this multi-action whitening cream.

Til the next whitening product and treatment!!

much love,
Shen
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The hot Thursday afternoon was lulled by one fabulous event from Garnier, Maybelline and Matrix. It was a day that is full of surprises for us who was lucky enough to sneak in half day of R&R. Too bad a lot couldn't join us due to work.

First on the agenda is a facial from Garnier. They have recently launched one of the best lightening and mattifying product to be seen in the market, called Light Complete.


With Arlene Amante




With Major of Garnier


Beautiful scenery from The Grove by Rockwell gave a tranquil feel to my facial.


Garnier everywhere.. I love!

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Next stop was to get my hair some treatment with Matrix's newest hair treatment, Sensoria Care. Just what my colored and rebonded hair needs.
From the shampoo to the cream bath to the Anti-hair loss tonic, my locks was treated to the ultimate rejuvenation.
And the fact that this won't break the bank as it is said to be one of the most affordable hair treatment available now, is just the sweetest deal of all.





With Ytwo of Matrix




this was the view that had me relaxing all the more.

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After a sensational hair experience. Nail Spa was there to my nails a well-deserved manicure and pedicure. As always, Nail Spa delivers excellent service. This is one of my most favorite nail grooming salon in the city. I specially love their services in Shangri-la, no matter how full their books get.. they managed to out me on the list numerous times.

Beautiful people from the publishing media. Apple is the lady on the right most side, she's from Metro and this is the second time I've been with her in an event. She's so nice. :)


Model/Columnist Isabel Roces was enjoying her pedicure. Love her..
I do hope I can be a vegetarian like her but I don't eat veggies.. sniff!



Marbee and I getting out nails done. :)

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Lastly, the makeover by Maybelline from its wonderful and very talented artists.

Maybelline wanted us to experience the recent products that they have launched and are already available in the market. Surprisingly, I have almost everything in my stash... that's how much I love Maybelline.





Here is Jim Ross with Zo Aguila, EIC for Cosmopolitan Philippines


Harold was suppose to do my makeover but someone's always sitting on his chair. :)


Archie Tolentino (his work is on Chalk magazine May issue is so flawless!), did my makeup last year.

Guess who did my makeup??



It was Jim Ryan Ros!

Jim made sure I had vavavooom lashes. He use Magnum Volum'Express Mascara on me!

The result of the whole day pampering and making e look Fab, Fresh, and Fun...

Tada!!! (the lae was just a nice to touch to everything)


Photo Op with Jim Ryan Ros! :)

Jim also did Nikki makeup for the second time in a row!


Nikki, who looks like getting married for her wedding.. hehehe! Second wedding, Nikki, Keith?


Jim also did Elaine of OK! Magazine. :)
Frances was present but she was getting her hair done at this moment.

There was the Photo Op at the Wall but we'll show you that next time.


Jim's wonderful works of art.
Nikki has a way of making an event really fun just by being beside her. I'm glad I always see her on events. She's the best!

Nikki wanted to get ice cream before we left. Magnolia sure has the best ice cream flavors in the country. :)



Swizzle Bar made cute rainbow shots to represent each brand.
Yellow for Garnier
Blue for Maybelline
Red for Matrix

Cool huh!
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4580928858_5ae4c1aec0.jpg


Ytwo and Arlene looking so fresh!


Carmela, Ytwo, Arlene, Trisha and Michelle
The fabulous ladies of Matrix, Maybelline and Garnier.
Sorry I don't have the photos of Barbie, Chris and Major and all the interns.
All of these people was the reason I had such relaxing afternoon.


Meet Marbee. She's a writer for Sense&Style. Seeing and meeting her made me miss S&S so bad... sniff!


We saw Camille of My Little Beauty Bag! :)


Nikki and I, working it out on my cam.
Thanks to Papa Keith!

I really really really hope this is going to be a yearly event. :) Hihihihi!
Thanks to everyone from Maybelline, Garnier and Matrix.
I truly truly had a fun fun day!

much love,
Shen
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