Author: sherwinelaine

Wife. Mom. Book lover. Into Music. Makeup enthusiast. Frustrated stylist. Loves pretty things and the color pink. Girl with a guy's name.
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Review: Benefit Hoola Bronzer Powder (mini size)

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More than the cult fave Benefit Dandelion (review here), Benefit Hoola Bronzer powder is my go-to product if I want to attain that beauty queen contoured face. I instantly feel glam upon swiping it on my cheeks.

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Benefit Hoola has a soft matte bronze color perfect for use as a bronzer or contour powder. It can be used everyday with just a wash of nude eyeshadow, an eyeliner and a red lippie. It has a good staying power — can last 4 to 5 hours without touch ups. Definitely a good buy!

 

after a day’s work

 

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product ingredients
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the perfect color for a bronzer/contour powder

 

The good news is, the mini size is already available here in the Philippines! It is not bulky so you can tote it in your kikay kit everyday and it’s perfect for benebabes on a budget. It retails at Php 800 and available in Benefit Philippines boutiques (TriNoma, Rustan’s Makati/Shangrila, Greenbelt 5, MOA, ATC, BGC & Megamall). It is also available online in Sephora Philippines.

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comes with a brush and mirror for easy touch ups

You can visit @benefitph in instagram for more details about Benefit products.

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Review: Benefit Dandelion Beauty Powder (Mini Size)

Posted on by sherwinelaine

I have been using Benefit products for years now and I am satisfied with all the products I used. One of my favorites is the Dandelion beauty powder. It gives a healthy baby pink blush when applied on your cheeks. It’s my daily pick me upper. I was so thrilled when they launched the mini size here in the Philippines!


baby pink blush

 

mini brush that comes with the package

 

pocket size with mirror for quick touch ups

It’s so handy and fits in my makeup bag perfectly. It retails for Php 800 in Benefit Philippines boutiques (TriNoma, Rustan’s Makati/Shangrila, Greenbelt 5, MOA, ATC, BGC & Megamall). It is also available online in Sephora Philippines.

For more information on Benefit products, you may check their IG account: @benefitph.

Posted in Food, Reviews

Review: Sarah’s Strawberry Marmalade & Pure, Raw Honey

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I ordered Sarah’s Strawberry Marmalade (Php 260 for 480g) and Pure Honey (Php 350 for 370g) last May. I was impressed by the fast transaction (paid today and received the item the next day) and the product packaging. I even got a free strawberry keychain!

 

Strawberry Marmalade & Pure Honey

Why choose Sarah’s 100% Pure Honey? (From IG account : @sarsified)

  • 100% Pure Honey. No sugar, water or any other ingredient allowing the honey to retain all the vitamins, enzymes and phytonutrients.
  • Organic. Made using organic methods in raising bees, using natural compounds instead of pesticides, moving bees from area to area following the natural flowering cycle of the land.
  • Conforming to the standards of CODEX Alimentarius & European Honey Directive through National Center for Bee Research & Development in UPLB.
  • Bee keepers are well trained by experts from abroad equipped with beekeeping knowledge.
  • Passed the laboratory test for export in European Union in Belgium.
  • GMP Certified. Hygienic procedure is observed during extraction and bottling. Honey extraction is almost done by machine and not by hand in squeezing of combs.
  • Halal certified

Sarah’s Strawberry marmalade is made from freshly-picked strawberries from the mountain top of Benguet. It is made in small batches to ensure freshness in every jar.

You can purchase via their instagram account (@sarsified) and several outlets in Metro Manila. You may also visit their FB page.

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Review: Kiele Anti-Mosquito Baby Cologne & Cibelli Alcohol free baby cologne

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I’ve come across Kiele products when Reilly was gifted with a bottle of anti-mosquito baby cologne. Since then, it has been a staple in Reilly’s after bath and before bed grooming products.

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Anti-mosquito baby cologne & Cibelli alcohol free cologne

Kiele’s products are made with natural ingredients. The Cibelli Alcohol free baby cologne (Php 175 for 100ml) has french essences and natural fragrant oils which capture the citrusy zest of a sunny lemon grove. It’s alcohol free so it’s best even on sensitive skin. The Anti-mosquito baby cologne (Php 209 for 120ml) can be used as an everyday cologne and mosquito repellent. It has a unique scent and the freshness lasts throughout the day. Best for active toddlers like mine. 😉