My First Photoshoot

Hey guys! I missed you all so much. How have you been?  It's been a while since the last time I wrote a blog. I missed blogging.  I've been busy with family affair and photo shoot gigs.

Here are some of my creations at my very first photoshoot.

Model: Khelly Welt

Photography: Farish Banalnal

You may view the rest of my works at Hair And Makeup By Gerlie Cruz.


I promise to blog about product review really soon. 

Ciao!

Review: Sleek Makeup True Colour Lipstick

I've been so busy lately but now I'm back with a review on Sleek True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef . I just love this lippie so much and I am excited to share it with you.

I'm so in love with coral and everything peach and orange. That's why when I saw this shade from Sleek MakeUP, I couldn't wait to buy one. The True Colour Lipstick is available in matte and sheen finish. Since I have a dry lips I mostly use lipsticks that have glossy finish because it helps moisten lips. It glides on easily when applied. Its highly pigmented, and conditioning to keep lips soft and supple. If you like matte finish you can buy the Papaya Punch which is the counterpart of this. 

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef

This is available in 20 shades ranging from nudes, to super bright barbie pinks and bold berries with sheen and matte finishes. 

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef

Sleek is well known for the simple, 'sleek' and very sturdy black packaging.  It's really cute and can fit inside small pouches so you can bring this anywhere. I got this for only P450 and it's totally worth it. Although it's really small and stout it holds the same amount of product as all the other lipsticks.

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef colour swatch without camera flash

Sleek MakeUP True Colour Lipstick in Coral Reef colour swatch with camera flash

This is a great colour choice if you want to wear bold lipstick and not be too bold. It's a combination of peach and orange shades. People with warm undertones will look stunning with this colour. This is so perfect for summer!

Pros

• Extremely moisturizing
• Stays on the lips for about 3-4 hours
• Extremely pigmented and opaque
• Very budget-friendly
• Cannot irritate skin
• Available locally

Cons

• Not transfer resistant.

I am excited to buy more shades of matte and sheen finish from Sleek MakeUP for my personal use and for my clients as well. I highly recommend this lipstick to all women. Ladies who are not regular lipstick users will enjoy very opaque without being too thick or dry.

I hope you like this review. Please do not hesitate to drop me a line.

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Review: Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation

I had some fair share of bad decisions when it comes to buying liquid foundation. I have very dry skin so I had difficulties in finding the right one for my skin. Most of the time, the foundation itself is too cakey and gives me a white cast in pictures, its too oily or exaggerates the dry patches on the face.

I am a makeup artist and therefore I should perfect my knowledge in selecting the right foundation for different skin types. There were times when I thought I had chosen the right shade for me but to my horror, when I look at my pictures, I had actually not used the right foundation shade. While it looked really good in person, pictures tell a different story. 

In the Philippines the weather is mostly humid and excruciatingly hot except for rainy seasons but then again, weather is crazy these days (you can taste the rain on summer months and feel the sunshine when the monsoon blows); and majority of the people in our country have oily or combination skin type. I find that most foundations sold here are especially formulated for oily skin. If you have oily-skin it is easier to find the right foundation for your skin. You should look for oil free foundations.  While people with dry skin must look for water based foundation.

I know that high-end brands provide best results but when I tried the Revlon Colorstay Makeup for normal/dry skin, I was proven wrong. This is especially formulated for normal to dry skin. I initially got the shade in “medium beige”. It is currently my go-to foundation. The quality is almost the same with the high-end ones but the price is really affordable. It's not only comfortable on my skin, it also doesn't dry out my face. The color stays on my face for long hours. It feels lightweight  as if I am not wearing makeup. I would say it has come very close to being my favorite foundation. But my thirst for finding a “dream” foundation still continues. It’s a never ending process.

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation Normal/Dry Skin in Medium Beige

You can choose from 16 shades that will match your complexion. 

Ivory , Buff , Sand Beige , Nude , Natural Beige , Medium beige , Fresh beige , Golden Beige , Warm Golden , True Beige , Natural Tan ,Early tan , Rich Tan, Golden caramel , Toast , Rich ginger.

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation Normal/Dry Skin in Medium Beige

It comes in a bottle with a screw on cap. I do not like this packaging because it's breakable. I would be happier if it has a different packaging that is more portable and will not break easily. Also, it would have been better if it has a pump  to dispense the right amount.

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation Normal/Dry Skin in Medium Beige without a camera flash

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation Normal/Dry Skin in Medium Beige without a camera flash

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation Normal/Dry Skin in Medium Beige with a camera flash

Here are the swatches on my hand as you can see the color blends well on my skin. I'm happy with my pick because even with a camera flash, it didn't show a white cast. I suggest that before you go and buy a foundation make sure to understand your skin type (normal, oily or combination). You should also check if you have pink undertones or yellow undertones. So make sure to get a foundation that suits your undertones and something that doesn't look ashy on the skin. Take your time. Have some research. Don’t rush into buying one.

Bare Face

After applying the Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation

I applied the foundation directly on my face and I set it with powder. I did not apply corrector and concealer. If you will notice that my skin blemishes have disappeared. The red and dark spots are hidden.Indeed the Revlon Colorstay offer full coverage. I suggest you apply moisturizer under the foundation if you are on the dry skin side. 

Pros 

• Has great shade selection. A total of 16 shades.
• Available in two types – combination/oily skin, and normal/dry skin.
• coverage is very good. Definitely build-able to get a the desired coverage.
• Do not give skin irritation.
• The foundation stays on on the skin for  long hours.
• Budget-friendly price
• Great reviews from other beauty gurus.

Cons

• Not so convenient packaging.

So, I hope you guys liked this review. If you are on the market for a good foundation, you should give this a try. I am pretty sure it won’t disappoint you.This is one product that I would love to recommend.  

Please do not forget to leave a comment below.

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