Current Favorite: Colour Collection Triple Treat Lip-Cheek-Eye Color Stick

I've been seeing this before in the brochures, but I just thought it was so ordinary, and that my impression is it is some mediocre product. But I was WRONG. this is one fantabulous product! Colour Collection Triple Treat Lip-Cheek-Eye Color Stick is so handy, long-wearing and has good color payoff.

I got the chance to try its Lots of Rose shade, and i got hooked into it. It is now a staple in my kikay kit because it is very handy and versatile. Sometimes when I just don't like to put on makeup, or if I am in a hurry, I'll just sweep a few coats of this pink tube on my cheeks and lips and I am all set.

Lots of Rose is a very nice shade of warm candy pink with subtle shimmer. Here's a closer look:

Here's a swatch on my NC30 skin:

And on my lips:

Seriously, I am getting addicted to this tiny little pink magic wand. I want to try all the colors. too bad, the one who sells Tupperware Brands here at our place is now inactive. I want! I want!

Bloggers' Lunch with Tupperware Brands' Chief Makeup Artist Bianca Valerio

Last February 6, I was so privileged to be invited at the Tupperware Brands Bloggers' Lunch with no less than their stunning Chief Makeup Artist Bianca Valerio. I remember that way back in 2006, I got the chance to work with Bianca when I was still working in a wedding magazine. She was our model one day, and makeup artist the day next. Yes, that's how multi-talented she is. But I don;t think she still remembers me. I was too "nene" yet that time. 

She was wearing a red lipstick (read: Rubi) from her own makeup line under Tupperware Brands. She also talked about the other products included in her line that include the basic makeup stash every lady needs (lipstick, makeup base or BB cream, brow pencil and mascara).

The highlight of the event is the launch of Colour Collection's University Tour, where they created a customized makeover bus that will roam around some universities in Metro Manila. Too bad I had to leave earlier because I just sneaked out of the office so I wasn't able to see the bus' intteriors.

I am so glad to meet fellow blogger during the event. Hope to be with you again soon girls!

Here's their photo wall that we weren't able to use (so sorry!). But it looks chic. =)

Tupperware Brands' Holiday Gifts

I know it's too late for a holiday post but it's better late than never, right? =) 

Before 2011 ended, I received some stuff from Tupperware Brands in this chic zebra-print Tupperware canister. Tadaaah!

A Sophie Rose cologne, some Baby Care products (which Akisha loves), White Result Kojic Soap and Lotion, another pan of Colour Collection's Mineral Powder Foundation, and another Colour Collection Lipstick in Salmon.

Comments:

1) Sophie Rose - a mild floral scent that reminds me so much of Lacoste Pink. Perfect for evening night outs and formal events.

2) White Result Kojic Lotion - I love the scent! It smells fresh and citrusy. Plus, it is not sticky.

3) White Result Kojic Soap - Smells good like the lotion. Though I noticed that it does not lather that much.

4) Colour Collection Lipstick in Salmon - a nice nude/coral lippie that's wearable in the workplace.

5) Baby Care Powder & Baby Bath- Akisha loves these, but I hope there is a fragrance-free version.

Product Spotlight: Colour Collection Mineral Lipstick with SPF 15

I have been hooked on pink lipsticks for quite sometime now and when I looked at my stash recently to find something not pink, I was surprised to see that I only own a few reds, corals and nudes. So I thought it's about time to get out of my "pink" lipstick comfort zone and try other shades. 

Coincidentally, I received this Colour Collection Mineral Makeup line loot last week. To my surprise, the loot contains 5 mineral lipsticks, 2 powder foundations, a BB cream, a blush duo and an eyeshadow quad. What a loot! And you guessed it right, I grabbed the lippies first! So here's my review.

The word "mineral" itself made these lippies enticing for me. When I worked as a trainer for a skin care and cosmetics line, I did a lot of research on lipsticks and the toxic ingredients it usually have (does lead ring a bell?). From those research that I have read, it is proven that not only cheap lipsticks contain lead. You may be surprised that even lipsticks of high-end and known brands contain lead. I need not mention those brands. Though some may argue that all lipsticks have lead, and that they just vary in intensity, I still feel the need to be cautious. Thus, when I look for lipsticks, I read the labels. Since mineral lipsticks boast of having all-natural ingredients, it may have lead but I am pretty sure that the amount of lead is insignificant to cause you trouble.

Luckily, for us here in the Philippines, local brands like Colour Collection continues to improve their line of products. Their mineral makeup line is not only less harsh to one's skin, but also affordable and conveniently available.

I was able to try Colour Collection Mineral Lipsticks in Satin Shell, Plumberry, Creamy Coral, Brick Rose ans Smooth Wine. These goodies are very creamy and the color payoff is amazing. Since it is creamy (take not creamy, not glossy), it won't amplify chapped lips and it may be worn even without a lip balm. For comparison, the finish is much like MAC's satin lipsticks.

L-R: Smooth Wine, Creamy Coral, Plumberry, Brick Rose, Satin Shell

Satin Shell is a very nice pinkish nude lipstick. This is my favorite of the 5 lipsticks. It's wearable from day to night, so you could pair this  with neutral e/s for work and a smokey e/s for a night out. I think I should hoard some of these lippies.

Satin Shell


Plumberry is a nice pink shade that is also wearable. It is a sort of a muted pink lippie, not the bright, blue-toned lippie I am used to. It's perfect for bridal look.

Plumberry

 Creamy Coral is almost the same as Maybelline's Cozy Tangerine, only this one lasts longer on my lips. Perfect if you are tanned and wants that golden goddess look.

Creamy Coral

 When I first saw Brick Rose, I thought it is red. But it is not. It's a nice dark rose shade leaning to brick red. Almost brick red but lighter.

Brick rose

Since reds are making a comeback nowadays, Smooth Wine is a good option. Again, it is not as bright as the blue-toned ones. It is a warm red wine shade that's perfect with just your perfectly groomed brows. It is perfect for something like a "nostalgic" look.

Smooth Wine

Colour Collection is under Tupperware Brands. You may like to check out their FB account here.