This is not a beauty post but it's a True Beauty Story that will touch our hearts and soul. Hope it's something that will interest you.




When they say that the only constant thing in the world is change, you wonder if a simple gesture of kindness and courage could cause a ripple? One good act of person, could is really mean a lot?

I welcome your Sunday with a refreshing scent that I have been enjoying for the past couple of weeks. It's the new Calyx from Clinique.



A nature-inspired scent that makes me feel like lying on a bed of grass, wriggling my toes on it. I swear I could feel the sun of my face and the wind caressing my cheeks whenever I use this scent.

Calyx is a actually a throwback from 1986. It was the days when fragrances that were popular had bold notes in them. Calyx was the proverbial Molly Ringwald in that era, challenging the Madonnas. It's fresh and clean scent stood apart and it was rightly given the attention and in the end became the Homecoming Queen!

Now in 2014, Calyx is once again rediscovered midst all the bolder scents that are flooding the mainstream. It's fresh and modern. But most of all, the scent allows me to go back to earth... to make me feel the dirt on my toes. It's the right fragrance for the person that I am becoming right now. The scent calms me to no end, it settles my mind and makes me look forward to the day that I'm about to have.

Curious what's in it?

Top notes: grapefruit, mango, passion fruit, papaya, mandarin, guava, green leaf
Middle notes: freesia, muguet, rose, neroli, jasmine, lily, marigold
Bottom notes: oakmoss, orris, sandalwood, vetiver

It is definitely something that Filipinas would enjoy, don't you think? After all, we really do like subtle fruity florals that makes us think of nature. Legendary perfumer, Sophia Grosjman, came to create this scent like visiting family in the Mediterrean. The aroma of the grapefruit and orange tree are intrgiungly uniqe when combined.

With a little experimenting, Sophia was able to balance the sweetness of fruits and tartness of the other notes that made Calyx a refreshing, effervescent fragrance.

Did you know that Calyx is the protective covering of a flower bud? It's that part that envelopes the flower before it blooms. After knowing this, it made sense that the scent had that encompassing feel unlike other perfumes.


I'm in love, really. For a cosmolitan woman like me.. I'm so into the nature-filled scent of Calyx. Wearing this transports me to simplier times making me more stable and yet so energetic through out the day.

Fancy how a scent can touch your life by just a few spritz.

Get this at your favorite Clinique counter. Calyx is 3800 (100ml) and PhP 2800 (50ml).

If you've owned at least one bottle of Clinique Dramatically Different Lotion for the past 10 years, then here's an interesting fact for you. That bottle is included in the many DDML sold by Clinique that could fill Big Ben 1.77 times and the Eiffel Tower, 8.1 times!

Am I the only one who got excited with when CC Creams started to hit the stores? I know most people were skeptical, some even commented snidely on how overrated it was! When I discovered CC Cream, I immediately wanted one. That's why when Clinique sent me a sample of their new CC Cream, I was over the moon. In comes this month, Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream!

Now why am so eager to try CC Creams? I just think that it fits our skin type. Controls oil better than a BB Cream, has more coverage than a tinted moisturizer and safer to use on a regular basis than it is a foundation. CC also stands for several things like color corrector or complexion corrector. And that's one of the reason why I prefer this over the more popular BB Cream.

Unlike others who have used CC Creams, I had high hopes with this one, almost too giddy when I first tried it and guess what... it was good!

It's not a miracle worker that all your skin problems will disappear. Definitely not. Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream is not full coverage so expect a few struggles if you have cystic throbbing-red acne. But it will definitely cover up redness, dark spots and brighten up your face almost immediately. All this despite it's sheer consistency. I know, it's amazing!

If you problems with skin discoloration like rosacea, freckles or troublesome redness on the sides of the nose and cheeks, this could just do the trick to even out your skin tone. It's very light-weight so it doesn't weigh down the skin as much. And since I'm a big fan of Clinique Moisture Surge, I get the same benefits and feel more securely with my skin. I do after all have dry patches on my skin, too. I love that this leaves the skin looking naturally beautiful when ever I apply it.
Oil control is still not the same as a regular foundation but a few notches better than a BB Cream. In my experience, my T-zone becomes oily an hour or two after applying. But I've got extremely oily skin so unless I'm using Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation or MAC Studio Fix, oilies still creep up no matter what. Thick and creamy, almost gel-like consistency is a dream to blend into the skin. You can use either your fingers (make sure it's clean) or what I prefer most, a flat top brush.

And the best about the Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream is that it comes in 12 shades! I'm not exactly sure if they'd be carrying all shades here in the Philippines but it sure is a sigh of relief that we get to choose the shade that matches our skin. Something a BB Cream could hardly give us.

Here's a swatch of Natural Fair in a medium-fair skin tone.


Better get those little bums to the nearest Clinique (mine is in SM Aura! Yey!) and get a tube as it's out!

For updates and special promos, visit Clinique Philippines Facebook page today!

Moms, they take on a lot and aside from birthdays and Christmas, they don't get so much attention from us. Mother's Day resolves that. A special day just for them. I may not have my mom with me but that doesn't mean I can't celebrate Mother's Day especially when I have friends who've been blessed to become Mommies this year!

I've compiled a few beauty products that I think the dearest moms would love to receive this Mother's Day. A few that I think my own mom would love as well as products that new moms wouldn't mind having. Read below and see what your mom might fancy.

• Jumbo filled of lip moisturising ingredients.
• Color pay-off is amazing.
• Subtle sheen and shade that is a great fit for a carefree Summer.
• Mix and match shades to suit your summer hue needs.

How It Works:

Smoothes and conceals instantly.

• Sophisticated spherical optical diffusers and soft focus materials capture and diffuse light to immediately soften and blur the appearance of large pores.

Refines skin and minimizes pores.

• Padina Pavonica Extract and Salvia Sclarea work together to build up the pore surface to helppores appear smaller.

• Salicylic Acid gently clears out dead and dulling skin cells that build up around the edges of pores, keeping pores clear so they don’t stretch out and appear larger than they really are.

• Laminaria Saccharina Extract minimizes sebum production that may cause pores to stretch.

IT’S CLINIQUE BONUS TIME!

Try them. Love Them. There’s no better time to experience Clinique.

From September 1 to 23, 2012, you get to experience more of Clinique with a single receipt purchase of Php4,500 at any Clinique counters nationwide.

What you'll get:

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion 15ml - Clinique’s number 1 moisturizer. A lightweight lotion that replenishes lost moisture and leaves skin feeling balanced and healthier looking.

All About Eyes Rich 5ml - Provides intense moisturization and treatment of puffiness and under eye circles.

Moisture Surge Intense Fortifying Hydrator 15ml - Rich cream-gel moisturizer that quickly delivers maximum repair for dry or delicate skin.

Turnaround Instant Facial 15ml - A 5 minute, exfoliating facial treatment mask that gently resurfaces skin using multi-level exfoliation for a smoother, brighter, more even-toned appearance. Gentle formula allows for less stress and irritation.

Liquid Facial Soap Mild 30ml - A liquid gel facial soap that gently cleans skin of dirt, oil and debris.

Moisture Surge Face Spray - Refreshing, skin hydrating fine mist spray. Works well under or over makeup.

Almost Lipstick Flirty Honey - Sheer lip colour with a glossy finish.

Upgrade your pruchase to Php5,000 and get an additional toiletry kit. :)

Allergy Tested. 100% Fragrance Free

For more information or if you have other inquiries, visit Clinique Philippines facebook page.

Clinique Bonus Time contains the follwing fabulous prodcuts!

• Liquid Facial Soap (Oily Skin Formula)
• Clarifying Lotion Twice A Day Exfoliator 3
• Dramitically Different Moisturizing Gel
• All About Eyes
• Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief
• Longlast Glosswear in SPF15

This is the ultimate skin care treat for travelling and you get it for free for purchase Php4,500 and up at all Clinique counters! How awesome is that? And it comes in a cute pouch even.

Now, what do I need from Clinique in order for me to bag this freebie? Hmm...

Happy Friday...

Clinique Chubby Stick | Super Strawberry

Clinique Chubby Stick | Super Strawberry

Clinique Chubby Stick | Super Strawberry

Now that Valentine is rearing its head, give focus to your lips. Give him a reason to stare at your luscious lips and make him wonder how he's been holding back asking you out.

For guys who hates makeup on their girlfriend, trick him with this as he'd be none the wiser. Rather he'd be wondering if you did something special as you look different. Good different. Wink! Wink!

As for me, I'm not confident about my chappy dry smoked out lips. I always need color but lipstick can take its toll on the puckers so this is a great option, same as my other tinted lip balms.

Clinique Chubby Stick | Super Strawberry

So search in your vanity for the nice pigmented lip balm and add some color to your makeup.

Tip: Don't have one and don't have the budget? Grind a bit of your blush and mix it in with your balm. Just dab it with your fingers for that natural effect.






Clinique Chubby Sticks are available at all C;inique counters in Rustan's Department Stores.

 



In the meantime, here's Part ONE!






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Clinique Derma White Bright-C Liquid Makeup

Clinique Superbalance Powder Makeup
Who wouldn't love mineral makeup that is freshly-shaved, controls oiliness, relieves skin dryness and doesn't need buffing. Just smooth the powder with the soft brush that come with the compact and you're set! This is one powder makeup that every mineral makeup enthusiast would love. I should know, I'm one!