Happy New Year my lovely readers! Despite the many challenges we faced in the past year, let us all be thankful for the blessings we have received from God and look forward to a better 2013!

Many things kept me busy over the past couple of months, which explains why I haven't been doing blog posts as much as I want to.

If you are not aware, apart from being an IT Analyst for iComm International, I am a freelance makeup artist and I was literally fully booked last December for Weddings and Christmas Party celebrations.

As Christmas Day was coming, I spent my spare time shopping for Christmas presents at nearby malls. I also wrapped the gifts myself since I just don't have the patience to wait in long lines for the free gift wrap section. hehe


This photo was taken during our Company's Christmas Party 2012 held at Quest Hotel. I was one of the Hosts for the night and our theme was Color Blocking Style, which explains the bright outfit.

News Flash: As of this writing, I am currently 11 weeks pregnant and counting ^_^
This is my second pregnancy, so I'm praying that this time it will be a normal delivery. My first born who is now turning 5 yrs old by March 2013, was delivered thru C-Section. It is such a pain not only physically but also pains my wallet. LOL!

This 2013, I hope that I can organize my time well so that I can upload new blog posts more often. Also, I would like to say thank you for the support and for always coming back to read my posts, whether they make sense or not...hehehe

Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

It's been a while since I've really liked a certain face powder and the Milani Multitasker Face Powder hits the mark. I bought this early this month and have been using it since then.

I just wanted to say how much I appreciate the people from MAC especially their beautiful Marketing Executive Ms. Kirsten Brito. I couldn't be happier to have met her and a few people working behind MAC Cosmetics Philippines. Just really wanted to say THANK YOU ^_^ from the bottom of my heart for acknowledging my humble beauty blog.

Hey ladies, it's been awhile. I just finished cleaning out my makeup stash and thought that some of you may be interested in these items.

Been online shopping lately, since I always find quality cosmetics sold at really affordable rates at either ebay.ph or multiply.com.  There's more haul to come this December since discounts are everywhere.


This is the first part of my haul, since the other items I ordered didn't arrive yet.  I also bought a couple of stuff from SM City Cebu which I haven't had time to post yet.


 I found this Hard Candy cosmetics too ^_^. Hard Candy is a cosmetics line exclusively sold at WalMart.

 

It has been a while ever since I started using the Sigma P88 Brush. I got this together with my Sigma F88 Brush, which I already did a review on last October. I took my time in learning how to use this brush effectively since it's not your typical concealer brush.


What I like about it...
* High quality brush for the price
* Unique type of brush, since I haven't seen any dupe for this yet

* Does not bleed even when washed for the first time
* Does not shed even when washed several times with a brush cleaner or liquid soap
* Very soft and dense bristles which gives out a smooth finish
* Works really well with liquid or cream concealers
* Fits perfectly around the contours of the eye and nose
* Makes a great brush to clean eyeshadow fall outs especially in the under eye area

What I don't like...
* not available locally
* expensive for just one piece of brush

My rating: 4 / 5

I love using the Sigma P88 brush on my clients especially in the under eye area since I use it to smooth out the concealer and clean out the eyeshadow fall outs at the same time. I would definitely recommend the Sigma P88, it will be a great addition to your makeup brush collection.

Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

Here's my Pre Holiday Giveaway Winner!


Congratulations to Gee of Geetiful for winning my giveaway. Already sent you an email, please reply as soon as possible so that I can ship your winnings! ^_^

Don't worry ladies, I still have something coming your way this December.

Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

I haven't posted anything much lately and I've got several reviews and swatches pending. (sigh) I apologize for not posting as much, I've been terribly busy. December is coming and I'll be even more busy since I'm already fully booked for makeup gigs. In addition to that, new projects for my new position as an IT Analyst just keeps on coming. Sorry for blabbing too much , LOL! I guess that is what blogs are for. ^_^

Anyway I won't keep you waiting, Enjoy the photos!