Revisiting the Year of the Dragon: Thankful Heart ❤ (Part 2)

Surely, a lot will do a review of the year that is about to pass, and I'm one of them. I know that life will never be smooth sailing, but time will always give us the chance to stand up and redeem ourselves.

Even if I haven't reached my dream of working at 35,000 feet or even more, there are still many things to be thankful for. Aside from traveling to a couple of Philippine destinations, I'm also thankful for having the chance to explore another opportunity in our company. For that (almost) 24 months that I'm working for them, I've been given a couple of times to explore my own skills set when they asked me to transfer from one department to another. I'm quite excited for the coming year as I started preparing myself to work a lot better, especially now that I'm becoming really familiar with things that are involved in my current work.

I'm thankful for my family, my love, my friends and to everyone who has been good to me. Truly, we need people whom we can talk to when we feel bored and alone; people whom we can share our smiles and frowns, funny and sad stories and etc. I'm happy and thankful for the first year of love and friendship with 'mi loves' 😊. Looking forward for more years of love and friendship.

I'm also thankful that God made my 'mini biz' possible. I'm hoping that this coming year will be a good one for Kikay Konek (nag plug pa ko 😜). I'm keeping my fingers crossed for more buyers!
(Teheeeeee.lol!)

For making me optimistic, thankful, blessed, and strong - all praise to you God! ❤

L.A. Colors Lipstick in Nude

I've been wanting to own a nude lipstick for quite a while.  I already bought two lipsticks from two different brands for the past two weeks, but I still wanted to look for another lipstick with a lighter shade from my Arctic Stone and Velvet Nude.  

Last Saturday, I passed by the cosmetics section of SM Bacoor. I noticed that more brands were there already: Tony Moly, Etude House and L.A. Colors to name a few. I must say, I would really drop by  again when I watch The Dark Shadow *winks*. 

I found this lippy at a very affordable price: 

Ito talaga yung shade ng nude na bet ko! 

What I like about it?

- Very affordable! 

- can last for hours

- not drying 

What I don't like about it?

- if you have previously applied a lip balm/gloss before you put this lipstick, you will have a hard time when you apply it as it doesn't stay on the lips easily

***** If you're planning to wear this lipstick, make sure you have a pair of smokey eyes or else you'll look sick! :P *****

Environment Friendly: Human Nature

I've read good reviews on the products of Human Nature. Even my friend, Reese, shared her good comment on Human Nature's Sunflower oil. According to their website, Human Nature was introduced on 2008 to the good friends, family and Gawad Kalinga partners of Anna, Dylan and Camille Meloto. The products were organically made and safe to use. 

After reading consistent good reviews from different beauty blogs, I finally gave in and try their products.  I visited the nearest Human Nature branch and bought these:

 Moisturizing Night Creme (149.00)  and Human Nature Sunflower Oil (110.00)

See the rabbit-like logo? Human Nature do not test their products on animals :)

 

 

 

 

Oil could be used as a a make-up remover, actually, I've read somewhere that it could be a GOOD make-up remover and cleanser too! When I got home, I tried the Sunflower Beauty Oil to remove my make-up.

Tadah! Goodbye make-up! Excuse me for this photo

When night came, I tried using the moisturizing night creme.  It's been years since I've used a moisturizer.  I have an oily skin and using one can make me skin oilier but because of the good reviews of Human Nature's night moisturizer I decided to use moisturizer again. 

Result:

• my skin was soft the morning after using it
• no breakout

Con:  none.

Soon, I'm going to try other products of Human Nature.  Next in line would be their lip balm.  I was just consuming my Maybelline lip balm before buying HN's.  Hoping I could buy one before their summer sale ends. 

By the way, if you do not want to visit any Human Nature branch but would like to try out their products, you could do online shopping and just pay for the shipping fee.  You can visit: http://humanheartnature.com/

 

2011: Opportunities, Surprises, Lessons, and Everything in Between

I started 2011 with excitement, probably because after so many years, my papa celebrated the holidays with us. When I welcomed the year, I hoped for something and prayed that everything would happen according to what I wished and longed. Reviewing the year that was about to end, things didn’t happen the way I planned it, well, not exactly, but wasn’t really bad at all. 

My Plan A – the dream of becoming a frequent flyer didn’t happen this year, but at least, there were some progress. It was January when I tried for a local airline that aims to let every Juan flies. I was able to reach the final interview but wasn’t recommended to take the medicals, meaning, I didn’t make the cut. It was sad of course! Having the thought of being so close to what you wanted but ended up going back to zero was really disappointing. A few weeks after, I learned that my dream airline (World’s 5 Star Airline) was hiring again. I was half-hearted about trying for it because I tried a few times before yet I never experienced being shortlisted among thousand applicants, so I was like tired already of trying and trying, waking up very early, dolling up myself and only have a few seconds with the recruiter. It was my MUA friend, now an International Flight Attendant who encouraged me to try and even offered to groom me for the Open Day. I said yes to her but a few days before the big day, I was still having thoughts of trying but I realized that I don’t want ‘what ifs’. So I tried and luckily, for the very first time, I got shortlisted among more or less a thousand applicants. It was really a productive moment for me. I got shortlisted and at the same time, I got to learn how to put make-up the right way. I didn’t make it until final interview yet I considered myself blessed. Having been shortlisted for the first time after a few tries was an achievement. I didn’t feel bad after being eliminated after the first stage of the assessment. Come July and December, I got shortlisted again for the same airline. The second time (July) was a surprise for me. When I attended the Open Day, I arrived at the hotel around 9:30 am and was able to submit my CV around 5 pm, so imagine the hunger and thirst for the entire hours of waiting. There was neither a call nor a text message telling me to come back for the second day, so I thought luck wasn’t on my side again, but I was wrong. I got the ‘magic text’ the next day. It was something I didn’t expect at all. To make it short, I didn’t make it again until the final interview. When my name wasn’t called to proceed, it was sad but at the back of my mind, I should be thankful for the chance, at least I have an idea what to do or what to improve the next time. It was the December assessment that my heart got broken and made me want to cry and just give up. Again, for the third time, I didn’t make it until final interview. I wanted to give up but a part of me says I should not. To recall, one of our recruiters told us not to be disheartened if our names won’t be called now, who knows we might get called the next time. I really thought it was the right time for me but, I have to go back to ZERO. Life goes on after all. If I try harder the next time, if God wills, I’d get to where I wanted to be. 

LESSON LEARNED: The only chance I missed was when I said NO. God gives us not an opportunity but OPPORTUNITES. Since I never said NO, for sure God wanted me to learn the basics first. 

My Plan B – getting a job that I would like. Working in Manila wasn’t really a big adjustment for me since I’m used to getting to and from the place. I’ve become a Manila girl since 2005 (and a Makati girl from 2008-2009) so commuting would not be an issue. It was waking up early for work that had been a challenge for me, well, at first, since I didn’t work for a long time. I would be a hypocrite if I say I was contented with my work. I would love to do more and learn more from what I have now. Nevertheless I could say that I was just relaxed. I don’t drag myself to work. I don’t get depressed from what I do. In Filipino I would say: “sakto lang, kalmado lang ako, okay lang ako sa ginagawa ko, wala naman akong reklamo sa mga katrabaho at boss ko”. 

LESSON LEARNED: Consider every work day as a chance to learn something new. If there’s nothing new to learn, might as well use the day to work with quality. 

2011 also offered me surprises like falling in love and getting an opportunity to work abroad. I started the year with a ZERO lovelife but along the way, it came when I least expected it. I don’t think I need to inform the whole world how, when and where our love story started; how we got along; when I said YES to him; or how we spend quality time together. We were never a perfect couple and our relationship was never perfect but the ride was always worthwhile. 

LESSON LEARNED: Once in a while, it’s good to swallow my pride to settle something. If there’s something that should be talked about, facebook won’t help, hindi dapat nagpaparinig sa Facebook or Twitter, mas okay nang maging straight to the point sa kanya. After all, lahat naman nadadaan sa mabuting usapan. 

On the latter part of this year, I got an opportunity to work abroad but I didn’t take the chance. I won’t say my reasons but I would say I didn’t have regrets. I have longed wished to work overseas, I won’t get paid here as much as I would earn there; but considering everything, I still chose to stay and I know that God wanted me to stay here. I know that my decision was well-guided by God. So far, that was the biggest decision I have ever made. 

LESSON LEARNED: When you’re about to make a BIG decision – Pray! 

2011 had been a happy year for me. I hang out with friends once in a while; I was able to experience another EPIC night with my high school friends; bonding time with my family; singing for God; a little shopping for the things I want and a whole lot more. I might not be earning really high but at least I’m getting by and surely, God was the reason why I’m getting almost all my wants and needs. 

If there’s one moment that this year made me really sad, it was when one of my closest aunt died of cancer, but I know she’s in good hands now. She’s in a place when there’s no pain, and no problems. 

All in all, I’m thankful for everything that “2011: The Year that was” gave me. I’m thankful for everyone and for everything I have. God must be really great that despite all the problems and challenges I’ve encountered this year, He never fails to give me enough strength to get through each and every day. Hindi ko man masabi na akin ang 2011, pero maraming blessings ang dumating. Things may not be the way I wanted them to be, pero alam ko na lahat ng mayroon ako ngayon ay yung mga bagay na sa tingin ni God na kailangan ko. 

For the year that was about to end: THANK YOU! Let’s all welcome the Dragon with faith in God and with ourselves and of course, with a happy and grateful heart!  Cheers!

Things I've Learned from Dr. Schuller

Months ago, I went to St. Jude with my friend, Jaymee. After the novena, we went to Quiapo and SM Manila while waiting for her class. A mall visit for me always includes going to a bookstore, sometimes, bookstores, whatever that certain mall has. We went inside Booksale. Some of my books were bought there. Reading doesn't have to be expensive, plus, I'm a person who will read anything as long as the book catches my interest. I saw the book entitled: Life's not Fair but God is Good. The title itself already caught my attention, it's priced at 75 Php. I was hesitant to buy the book at first because I found it quite expensive for a bum like me, but hours after my friend and I separated and after that one phone conversation with my friend Lars, I realized it wouldn't hurt my pocket so much. After all, it was hardbound and I could feel that I could find some of the answers I need from that book. It happened that I didn't have time to go back, so I just asked my friend to buy it for me and pay her when I get the book. The rest was history. The book was meant to be mine.

I started the year by reading the book. Now, I'm done reading. I've learned so many things, although some were not new to me, but at least, I know that I'm acting out right and I'm trying to believe right. I need to be inspired and motivated. I've found both by just reading 272 pages. As promised, I'm going to share some lines from the book that were really wonderful. I hope, you'll like them too:

• from page 46-60: Five Self Esteem Boosters: 1. Give yourself a pat on the back; 2. Look at what you have left, don't look at what you've lost; 3. Re-evaluate your assets; 4. Pump up your possibility thinking; 5. Realign your attitudes

• p.50: You can choose to be bitter. You can choose to be slide into a deep pit of self-pity, or you can choose to react positively.  You can look at this set-back as an opportunity for learning, for growth, painful as it may be. What happens to you is important, but it is not the end. 

• p.56: Begin by believing in God.  Believe in His future for you. You can make it! God will give you the dream if you ask Him and He will provide the resources if you will look to Him. 

• p.84: Life's not fair but God is good.  Life throws us a disappointment - and God responds by giving us encouragement.Everyone faces disappointments  at one time or another - but the winners are the ones who refuse to let the disappointments become discouragements. Success isn't a matter of being the best.  Success is a matter of handling the worst.  It is being able to deal constructively with life's disappointments.   

• p.88: The NEXT TIME always motivated me to keep on trying.

• p.92: Why Lord? No, don't ask why.  Ask how, O.K. how am I going to get through this?

• p. 99: A plan gives direction.  A dream gives energy. 

• p.174-176: When faced with a hopeless situation: Pray with honesty and trust in the Lord; Ask for help and understanding; Seek nurturing from your friends and loved ones, but not to the point that you will be a millstone around their necks ; Try to be optimistic; Remind yourself that God has given you a talent; Don't look back in anguish. You did the best you could under the circumstances you were given. 

• p.252: Every trouble has vast built-in opportunities to grow, to learn, to serve, or to be cleansed.  Imagination can turn your bed into fruitful pasture. Your time of lying low can be your mourning of spiritual refreshment. 

•  p.255: We learn courage when we face danger. We learn patience when we endure suffering. We learn tenderness when we taste pain. We discover true friendship when false ones forsake us. We learn to prize freedom when we are in danger of losing it. 

• p.272: Life's not fair but God is good. Jesus Christ is proof enough of that. 

Those were just few lines from the book. There were a lot of lessons and quotable quotes. Dr. Schuller also included life stories of people and the lessons that those people had after facing their respective endeavors. I would recall one person, a Miss America winner. Just like Venus Raj, the crowd didn't love her the first time they saw her. It took her 7 years before she finally bagged the title of Ms. America.  The clue there would be determination - to win and make each try a better one. Personally, I've learned that sometimes, we don't get what we want on our first try, but a failure doesn't mean it would never be yours. You just need time to make things better, and time to work on it and put it in your hands. I wasn't accepted in my dream school the first time I tried, but I claimed it and promised myself that I'd get my degree earned from that school and it happened. Work and pray! Just like what I've learned at SSC: ORA ET LABORA, Prayer and Hardwork.
If you don't get in at first, it's okay. It's okay to grieve, it's okay to be frustrated but don't let all the negative things embrace you for so long. Believe that you're just in a big waiting room, and God still needs time to shape you and prepare you to be the person you've been dreaming of.

2010: Chasing.Fighting.Surviving.

Last year, I started doing a review for all the things that happened to me. I also included the things I learned and the things I want to live through for the coming years. It helps to write a review because you’ll have a thorough glance of how well you did this year or how stronger you became after battling all the tough challenges you could ever imagined in your life. If FAITH is my friend’s word for 2010, it will be DETERMINATION for me.

CHASING

You all know the main reason why I resigned from my previous work and why I’m still unemployed up to this very moment. I thought I’ll make it this year especially when I reached the final interview of two International Airlines. Then again, “almost doesn’t count” happen, I’m yet to know the reason why and only time can reveal the reasons for my every failure. I know I am trying my best, and I am trying everything I can to make everything happen, but James Ingram can be right, the best may not be enough sometimes. This 2010, I felt I’m left behind. While most of my friends are happy with their work, doing what they want, I’m living my life as a bum. It’s disappointing. I asked myself, “Is this the price of graduating with flying colors?” You earned the grades you wanted but you can’t get what you want to do. Thus, I realized, grades do not really matter, those are just numbers.
 
I tried applying for a temporary job, but mind you, there’s a HUGE difference between going to the agencies/companies applying for my dream career and companies applying for a temporary job. Most of the time, I ended up not showing up for the interview (temporary job) plus, it also happens that I’m not available, but whenever I am called for the second screening and final interview, I’m always up for it and I’m always blocking off my schedule to attend that interview.

FIGHTING

I am doing everything I can to make things happen, I enrolled myself in a swimming class during summer; took up an English Proficiency Course for the sake of having a certificate which I thought I needed to submit; consulted a dermatologist and undergone a procedure which is not yet done up to this point. I can’t and won’t give up right now. Giving up is not in my vocabulary. I am a person who will do whatever it takes to make everything happen. Although I will admit, sometimes, I want to give up because I felt like is this really for me? But if it’s not I still want to make this mine, accompanied by prayer.

This 2010, I devoted most of my Wednesdays and Thursdays attending the novena for Mother of Perpetual Help and St. Jude respectively (although I’m really a devotee of Mother of Perpetual Help since I’m 14). I have finished, I think more or less 3 novenas (9 Wednesdays each) for our Mother of Perpetual Help, but I guess, this is not yet the right time for me to get my ultimate dream.

In this phase of my life, these are the things I learned:

1. There’s always a right time for everything, I would remember Ms. Elma Muros said in one of her interviews “Kung hindi talaga para sa iyo, hindi talaga ibibigay sa iyo kahit hawak mo na”. I realized, maybe, this year is not just mine and God knows I still need to learn something or do something before He gives me what I need and what I want.

2. Stand up after a failure. I know this is a cliché. Failure is inevitable and I always say that. Life is not smooth sailing, it is always a bumpy road, and we need to accept that. Do something out of that failure, learn from it and never think you’re not good enough.

3. Hard work will pay off soon. Patience and determination are the keys to make everything happen and to surpass every challenge.

4. Being true to yourself can help you realize what you really wanted in life. In this kind of outlook, you will know your goals in life that will eventually lead you to genuine happiness. I believe every person has a dream, although sometimes, it takes time before one realizes what he or she wants to be. Not knowing what you want is a bummer. Not doing anything for what you want, not even a single effort is just the same as joining a game but not doing anything to win it. Why join the game in the first place right? I’ve encountered people whom I think pretends to be happy and contented even when they are not. Niloloko mo kasi ang sarili mo kapag ganoon, reklamo ka ng reklamo but you are not doing even a minute effort para mabago mo ang ayaw mo ng maranasan.

SURVIVING

I welcomed 2010 with sparkling hope. I really thought it’s going to be MY YEAR, but it turned out the other way around. It may not be a good year for me, but I still have to be thankful, at least, I survived the year with FAITH, OPTIMISM, STRENGTH, LOVE, and HOPE for a fruitful life (for the coming years).


I am grateful for the people who never left me and supported me all the way. I am thankful for my family, friends. I am thankful that I have this kind of FAITH. If not for my FAITH in God, I will never be this determined to reach my goals, strive harder, and remain standing amidst everything that happened.

Here, I learned:

1. To look at the brighter side of things. OPTIMISM. The sun shines, the sun sets; the rain comes and the rain ends. Fractions with different denominators can still be added as every problem has a solution.

2. To never stop praying. In everything that happened to me, may it be good or bad, I know, I have to be thankful that God is there for all my ups and downs. God makes me feel that His hands will always work. Through my downs, He will lift me up and grant me enough courage to stand up and face another day. Prayer works. Prayer is and will always be the best medicine. It will be your best weapon in every endeavor you have to face.

3. To be appreciative of every single blessing. The simplest blessing comes from God and I know His hands work even in the simplest gesture. Sa mga panahong walang wala ka, you will know how to appreciate and be thankful for that.

4. To be practical. This year, I learned how to manage my expenses more than I ever did when I’m still working. Before anything else, spend on the things you need before spending on the things you want.

On a lighter note, this 2010, I realized that:
1. It’s never too late to love reading. Now, I am into reading books. I have a wishlist and it goes on and on everytime I go to the bookstore to check out titles.

2. I am a self confessed make up lover. No need to elaborate on that.

3. It’s never too late to join the Choir. I am now a member of the oldest choir in our parish. It is not easy as I thought it would be. I just hope I can manage my time between being a singer for God and as the same old individual.

Today’s the last day of the year. In a few hours, we’ll be welcoming another year. Let’s not forget to pray and give thanks for both 2010 and 2011. I want to say Happy New Year Everyone. Thank you for reading and following this blog. Thank you for all the encouragement, good comments, etc. Again, Happy New Year. I hope you will not get tired of reading my every entry. SMILE!

MAC Lovin

I got my first MAC liquid and powder foundation two months ago and I fell in love not just with the two products but for MAC in general. I always want to try brand since I started loving cosmetic products but I didn't have a budget then. I am really a fan of imported brands, especially Maybelline and ELF because those are the products that don't break me out, well, except for Fashion 21 concealer with Tea Tree Oil and Fanny Serrano Concealer. I still buy  eye shadow palettes, liquid eyeliner and lipsticks of local brands like Nichido, Careline and F21 because those are the parts of my face that are not sensitive.

I bought my MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation and MAC Studio Fix Liquid Foundation at Marionnaud Mall of Asia branch. I went there on sale but the products are not on sale. The attendant on MAC Counter thought I'm still a student ( I just don't know if he meant a College student or a make up artist wannabe) so he asked "You're from what school?"  followed by the questions "Are you enrolled in a make up school or you just like to buy make-up?"

In all honesty, I want to enroll myself in a make up school but not to be a make up artist, actually, a make up workshop that will last for a day will do (like of Suesh Workshops with free brush set) , I just want to learn the basics or  should I say I just want to add knowledge about the proper make up application. I know I can't consider myself having a career as a make up artist because I am not that good with dolling up other people. hehehe :) I can only suggest what brands to use but I am not good with putting all those stuff in other people's faces. Anyway, here's my review of the Two products, let me remind you again that this is

according to my experience, the effects may be different with others as we have different skin types and tones.

1. MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER FOUNDATION  
THUMBS UP!

• full coverage, great for big events
• good for touch ups (FA wannabes, if you have the budget, MAC will be a good investment)
• doesn't break me out
• doesn't make me oily
• Several shades to choose from (with this, you can find a shade that will suit your tone)
• Available locally

THUMBS DOWN

• Doesn't blend well with my Elianto Cream Concealer

PRICE: 1600 Php
VERDICT: 4.9/5 (ONLY BECAUSE IT DOESN'T BLEND WELL WITH MY FAVORITE CONCEALER); I will still repurchase because this is really a good investment though it's definitely expensive compared with other products, but the quality is great.


2. MAC STUDIO FIX LIQUID FOUNDATION


THUMBS UP!

• full coverage (great for covering flaws)
• doesn't break me out
• doesn't make me oily unlike with my first liquid foundation
• several shades to choose from (but I think there's another shade that suits me better)
• Available locally

THUMBS DOWN

• I think there's another "NC"(shade) that suits my skin better because I look darker and  "orangey" to quite reddish with the shade (or maybe because I put too much of it)

• Apply only in moderate amount, too much can give you a "hapdi" factor during application

PRICE: 1600 Php
VERDICT: 4.75/5; I will still repurchase but I promise to really test what NC will suits me best.

Whiter Teeth

I'm sure everyone is familiar with Crest Whitening Strips! The brand has been out of the market for so long. I've been reading good reviews about the product and it seems like it has been effective to everyone, and yes, count me in. What's also good with Crest is it's money back guaranteed, say, if you're not satisfied with the results, you can call inform them about that and they're going to send your money back (as written on the product's box).

Since I can't find Crest Whitening Strips here in the Philippines, I asked my mom if we can just ask someone from the U.S. to buy for us. It so happened that mom's cousin will be sending some stuff for our relatives so we took the chance to ask for a favor, and we're happy mom's cousin was generous enough to include the strips :)

Aside from the strips, mom's cousin also included the toothpaste that comes with a gel aside from the normal paste.

THUMBS UP (strips):

• I feel more refreshed after using the strips
• Started seeing results after a few days
• My teeth are less yellowish now
• Didn't make my teeth sensitive

THUMBS DOWN

• Can't easily be purchased locally or more so, not available locally 
• Lower strips will not stay on your teeth for 30 minutes if you will not keep your mouth dry

*Crest Whitening strips are also available in Advanced and Professional*
*Products reviewed based from my experience*

REVIEW: ELIANTO CREAM CONCEALER

Months before, I've been reading good reviews about the Elianto Cream Concealer. I visited Elianto-MOA and asked the sales assistant if it can make the pores less visible (as what I've read in some reviews) and she said yes. So I tried it myself.

How to apply? You can use your fingertips, a brush or a sponge when applying the product.
  
THUMBS UP!

• It can make the pores less visible
• Long wearing
• Covers like a foundation
• Can really cover dark circles
• Not sticky when applied on the skin
• Inexpensive

THUMBS DOWN
As of this moment, I can only think of one CON of the product:
Didn't blend well with my MAC Studio Fix Liquid foundation. Maybe because the shade of
my MAC doesn't match the shade of the concealer

The verdict: The best concealer I've ever purchased (so far!).  I am going to repurchase the product. It is worth my money.
PRICE: 399 Php, Available at Elianto Stores and at SM Department Stores with Elianto Stalls.

REVIEW: Maybelline's 8-in-1 BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector

Blemish Balm Cream or BB Cream has been out of the market more or less two years ago. 

According to the product's history, which I found here BB Cream actually originated from Germany. Dermatologists used the cream for their patients who have gone through laser surgery to regenerate and soothe the skin.

I also read from the Beauty Buzz issue of Maybelline, that a Korean actress discovered the formula. It can be used as a make up base, it can moisturize your face and can cover like a foundation.Korean brands such as The Face Shop, Etude House and Elianto sell BB Creams. As for now, I don't know yet which BB Cream from the Korean brands works best.

Although BB Creams has long been out of the world of beauty, it's only recently that I read reviews about it and tried it myself. Maybelline's BB Cream is the first and as of now, the only BB Cream that I am trying.

                                    THUMBS UP!

• Definitely a lot cheaper than other BB Creams

• Very handy, I can bring it anywhere since it will not occupy much space on my Kit

• Has SPF26 and can act as a sunblock

• Can be used as a moisturizer

• The shade combines well on my skin

THUMBS DOWN

• Though it makes my pores smaller on the first application, it doesn't stay that long so it makes the pores visible again after a few hours

• Medium coverage, not for big events

• I disagree with the one shade fits all idea, well for me, it blends on my skin but I can't suggest it to everyone

PRICE: 249

**Maybe I'll not repurchase the product. I'll try other BB Creams that will give me better coverage.