PORTFOLIO: Gela Bernabe on Sensor Magazine

I want to make a separate post about this. I really feel that this makeover is an accomplishment. We have two photos above. The one on the left is the before shot. That's how my model really looks like and the photo on the right side is how I transformed her. Isn't she pretty?

LOOKBOOK: It don't matter if you're black or white

Here's my take on the fashion challenge weeks ago. Fashion bloggers were asked to wear black and white. It's as simple as that ;)

I paired my white top with my Red Whistle emblem, which I am so proud to be part of, and my favorite wooden/beaded necklace. This is actually included in my June 2012 Favorites video soon to be uploaded in my YouTube Channel.

PORTFOLIO: An impromptu makeup

Boom! Honestly, I was really nervous doing this makeup because of the following reasons:

A gift for you from Dress Etc

Hello ladies! It's been what? Days ago when I last updated my blog? Now, I have a great news for my readers and fellow bloggers out there!

Dress Etc will giving a free gift to one lucky person every month! Yes, that's EVERY MONTH starting July! All you have to do is to follow these steps:

GUEST POST: Hair Today Gone Tomorrow

I’ve been a long time sufferer of thick and dark hair which stems from my Italian ancestry. This was great for styling my hair, but not quite so comforting in the summer when my legs and arms are on full show. I’ve always been conscious of my body and it meant that I would sometimes dress inappropriately for the hot weather.  I’ve never been lazy when it comes to self-grooming, but I’m sure my body hair grew far quicker than other girls. I decided to try the Tria permanent hair removal system before the summer so that I could go shopping for clothes I wanted to wear instead of clothes to hide my appearance.

How the Tria Laser Hair Removal Treatment Works

The laser hair remover works using the same technology as professional laser hair removal treatments that cost considerably more. This is something that instantly appealed to me as I had always wondered how effective the laser hair removal clinics would be, but I would never pay the prices charged to find this out. I’d taken a look at home laser systems and I thought that the Tria laser reviews sounded the best and I took the plunge.

The laser disables the hair follicle as the hair is growing and prevents regrowth.  I was a little sceptical because I had to shave my legs first and that would mean I had no visible indication if things were going well or not. I knew that I would have to shave my legs every other day or put up with the stubble and wear trousers. After the first treatment I made it to about 4 days before I thought I would have to shave my legs. This was an instant improvement and I waited for about a week before using the Tria Laser hair removal treatment again. I read somewhere that people should use the laser about twice a month, but apparently it is different for everyone because hair grows at different rates.

Were the Results Permanent?

After using the system for nearly 4 months, I am still noticing new hair growth, but the hair is very thin and weak instead of coarse and thick. I expect to continue seeing improvements because I have no reason to believe that the changes will stop or that my hair will suddenly jump back in to life. The hair that now grows is the sort you would expect on a child rather than an adult and I rarely shave at all now. I shave before treating with the laser which is approximately every two weeks, but I can get away without shaving in between because the hair is far less noticeable.

Other Areas Treated

I had good results on my legs and arms, so I recently decided to try more sensitive areas and this has proved equally as successful. Although I have never had major problems with my bikini line, I have had it waxed in the past when I booked a holiday. I can honestly say that I’ll never wax again because it was not a very comfortable experience and the hair removal system is barely noticeable when applied.

Would I Recommend Laser Hair Removal?

Personally I would not have had this done in a clinic because the amount of treatments I would have required to get this far would be beyond my means. The home laser system is  far more appropriately priced and I prefer the fact that I can perform the treatment on my own without having to bare all to anyone. In my opinion the Tria permanent hair removal system is excellent and I would gladly recommend it to anyone concerned about unwanted hair growth.

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PORTFOLIO: Sensor Magazine Shoot

Finally posting this makeup gig that I had during the Holy Week. Imagine how late this post is! Hahaha :P Anyway, I want to share my work with you. Hope I can inspire you in some way especially to aspiring models and makeup artists out there.

May 2012 Favorites

I finally uploaded my May 2012 favorites last week (I think) and this is just the only time that I am posting and sharing them here :) Please watch the video below to find out which products made it to my May 2012 Favorites. :)

BEAUTY BUZZ: Porefessionally Pretty with Benefit Cosmetics

ATTENTION: All makeup junkies!

Makeup Kit from ELF Cosmetics

Woot! I am so happy because I won the E.L.F. Cosmetics Answer & Win Contest today! Gee, I cannot express how happy I am right now! You know very well that I love their products because it's cheap and they're good quality makeup. :)

BEAUTY BUZZ: Shu Uemura at Trinoma

To all Shu Uemura lovers out there, here's some good news for you! Shu Uemura will be opening their newest branch in TriNoma!

Do you want to win P5,000 worth of Shu Uemura products? Here's how!

Dare to wear denim

Time for some fashion updates! Folded and Hung's current campaign is all about denim! Denim is an essential part of one's closet. We can use it on a casual day or when we want to look a little retro and so 80s, right? I love my denim pants and I have a lot back then (when I was still skinny). I actually miss wearing them since I am more into stretchy fabrics now like my current BFF - the leggings :)

Look at these gorgeous shots of Anne Curtis! Simply pretty and fab!

Get Laud End of Season Sale

It's time to Get Laud!

Get Laud first came into my senses during my senior years in college. I adore their printed dresses and tops. Almost any Filipina can wear them either at school or at the office.

Now that school is back, all school girls (and non-school girls) can take advantage of Get Laud's end of season sale from June 1 to June 17, 2012.

MANGO's VIP Sale

Hey FBS citizens (Yes, I want to call you that :P Short for my loyal readers and friends)! Just want to extend this information that I got from Mira of RCBC Bankard. If you love MANGO then this post is for you!

The controversial "What's your mix?" Bayo Ad Campaign

What's your mix? This is Bayo's question in their latest ad campaign. The call-to-action? Give them your race mix and relate that to [quote]mixing and matching Bayo clothes to bring out your own MIXED personality[unquote].


My first reaction was... what???


Sure, Jasmine Curtis-Smith was pretty and all but when I saw the "50% Australian and 50% Filipino" line in her photo I just said, "She's so pretty! But I still like Anne more." Then I browsed the other photos and I felt something is wrong... REALLY WRONG! And then the word that will never die came to my mind and best described everything - RACIST!

My Casmara Cosmetics Experience

It's about time to tell you about my Casmara Cosmetic Experience. This article has been in my backlogs list for a little while now. I was invited at Svelte Wellness Center in Eastwood City to experience their facial treatment.

Casmara Cosmetics is a Spanish company that researches, manufactures and distributes premium quality cosmetics products. They have been in the industry for 37 years and counting. Casmara Cosmetics is the pioneer in advanced formulations, including the most efficient active ingredients which guarantee quality and an immediate result. They also invented the Original Algae Peel Off Mask. Below is my video about the entire time that I was in Casmara for my Absolute Treatment.

Bloggers United Strikes Three

Hey ladies! This is your chance to meet and greet your favorite local fashion bloggers! Bloggers United is now it's third year and we're going to conquer Grandview Events Place in Makati tomorrow, June 2, 2012.

Bloggers United is staging their third bloggers bazaar this June 2 at the Grandview Events Place to once again gather Manila’s top fashion bloggers in one single venue outside of the World Wide Web. After holding two successful events last year, Bloggers United has easily become one of the most anticipated affairs for both fashion bloggers and readers in the metro.  More than just a bazaar, Bloggers United also partners with charitable groups to use and channel their influence in a positive manner.