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FOTD: The Train Ride

This photo was taken late in the afternoon, probably between 4pm and 5pm, while inside an ex-Royal carriage I had found myself in when the family decided to take the Cockle Train (old-fashioned steam train) from Victor Harbour to Goolwa (Australia) and back.

I was fascinated with the mirrors, wooden blinds, rich mahogany interiors, complete with chandeliers, that I saw in a surprisingly empty carriage. We all wondered why there weren’t any other passengers inside that particular carriage. It was absolutely wonderful, which made the experience extra special. We had an opportunity to feel like “royals” for half an hour. LOL.

Once the photo was snapped, I wondered, will this look pass the royal standards?

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Mintea by Masaki Matsushima

Masaki Matsushima
Mintea

Inspired by the art of refinement practiced in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, this outstanding combination of green tea, mint tea leaves, white flowers, and precious woods, plus Mat’s signature crystal musk is as light as morning dew on mint leaves.

With notes of Green Tea, Lemon, Mint Tea, Lily of the Valley, White Rose, Crystal Musk, and Precious Woods — the light, subtle and calming effect of the perfume is something you can appreciate on days you wish to just want to chill out and relax. I reckon this scent is suitable for everyday use.

Personally, I opt for body mists so that it’ll be light enough for daily use and reserve perfumes for special occasions. But if I have a bottle of this Mintea by Masaki Matsushima, I believe I wouldn’t mind using it everyday. It seems like it offers a scent that will make my day fresh and calming. Plus I wouldn’t mind a change in scent for this year.

What about you? What’s your perfume of choice for 2009?

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Bento Beauty Projects and FOTDs for 2008!

Just a quick trip back to most if not all Bento Beauty Projects and FOTDs (Face of the Day) I did for the year 2008. I’m actually grateful for all the opportunities that I was able to do makeovers. It helped me hone my makeup skills esp during the period when I didn’t feel like putting makeup on myself. LOL.

Bento Beauty Projects:

Bento Beauty Project in Palawan
Bento Beauty Project: Penny and Mineral Makeup
Bento Beauty Project: Mayi & Penny
Bento Beauty Project: My Mum!
Bento Beauty Project: Diane

Thanks to Raissa, Penny (double thanks to you!), Mayi, Dianne, and my mum!

FOTDs:

NARS Super Orgasm’s Day Out
FOTD: TBS Lip Tint on my Cheeks!
Makeup Trial, Part 1

The list isn’t that impressively long since twas only during the last quarter of the year did I really put my energies on doing these sort of things. I’m hoping that 2009 will bring more makeovers and FOTDs.

Happy 2009 to all you, folks!

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MIRAGE, New Spring Mode Makeup from Shu Uemura

Welcoming the new year is the launch of the latest makeup collection from Shu Uemura — MIRAGE, New Spring Mode Makeup.

We can expect delicate colours that blend together to achieve a soft, feminine look.

This Mirage Collection utilizes the technique of light and shadow. This soft range brings out pure and natural beauty in every woman. Come discover Mirage’s whimsical colors and dreamy creations.

Included in the collection are:

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Eastern Experiments for 2008!

The year 2008 is drawing to a close. I can’t believe that it’s New Year’s Eve tomorrow! Times like these does make you want to think back to what had transpired in the year that’s ending, yes? I decided to look back at all the products that I had experimented (and shared to you beauties) this year. It’s been quite a year of journey into makeup and skincare (and then some); getting to know my skin better and taking care of it more PLUS exploring makeup further, honing what skills I have as a makeup artist (more on that later!).

Anyway, without further ado —

Makeup
Eastern Experiments: Intervene Makeup by Elizabeth Arden
Shimmer Liner Pencil in Golden Bronze, The Face Shop
Eastern Experiments: Gel Liner Addiction
Eastern Experiments: ARTISTRY™ Lip Colour Creme in Neutrale
Eastern Experiments: ARTISTRY™ Lip Colour Sheer in Sandrine
ARTISTRY™ Light Reflective Lotion SPF 15, Blushing Radiance
Eastern Experiments: ARTISTRY™ Waterproof Mascara in Brown
Eastern Experiments: Maybelline BlushStudio Mousse
Eastern Experiments: Maybelline Volum Express Turbo Boost Waterproof Mascara
Eastern Experiments: Elizabeth Arden, Color Intrigue Bronzing Powder Duo
NARS Super Orgasm’s Day Out

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Skincare by the Somme Institute

A beauty package arrived at my sister’s doorstep last week. A big, white box addressed to me. Inside it are more white boxes with colourful dots on them. Apparently it’s the complete skincare system of Somme Institute. Quite intriguing, I must say.

I couldn’t help laughing a little at the colourful dots on the boxes. They exude a youthful (close to child-like, if I may add) appeal. Even my niece was fascinated with the white boxes with colourful dots, perhaps thinking that they were toy blocks of some sort. Opening them made me grin more cuz the actual product packaging mirror the boxes!

Quickly going over what’s included in the skincare system that are up for review: The Somme Institute 5-Step Cosmeceuticals.

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The Big Beauty Sale at Sephora

Who ever said that you can only get your most coveted beauty gifts on Christmas? Well, good news! Sephora is holding their Big Beauty Sale!

You can enjoy up to 50% off and save up to 75% off n selected items!

Shop in store or online for your favourite beauty brands like: Bare Escentuals, Sephora Brand, Philosophy, Michael Kors, DuWop, Frederic Fekkai, DKNY, Fresh, Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, Diesel, Kenzo, Sugar Cosmetics, NARS, Benefit Cosmetics, and Bliss.

This is one good reason to schedule a bit of Post-Christmas shopping to celebrate your very own holiday beauty.

Happy Christmas and have fun shopping!

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Nightly Skincare Ritual

Yes, that’s right. It’s all about BIODROGA Systems for me.

After telling you all about my Morning Skincare Ritual, we move on to the nightly skincare ritual.

I believe that finding the right sort of skincare system you can work into your nightly ritual is a best thing you can do for your skin. I reckon skin needs its much needed pampering and rest for whatever it was exposed to throughout the day. And personally, there are only three (3) things that are the key to a skincare ritual — cleanse, tone, and moisturise.

Anyway, I’ve decided on the switch simply because I’ve been fortunate enough to get my hands on one of the premium of premium lines in skincare in the market today — BIODROGA. I believe it’s currently being used at the Chi Spa (of the Shangri-La Hotels) and is exclusively distributed by Spa Essentials.

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Aromatherapy on your Linen

Who said that you can only get Aromatherapy by just lighting a candle or taking baths? Ever since I arrived here in Australia, one of the things I do before I go to bed is to spray a bit of this Linen Spray from Amu’in on my sheets and pillow, even on the duvet. It helps me relax and sleep quickly.

For someone who’s used to long days and late nights, my sleep schedule’s been a mess for quite sometime now. But I can’t have it here since I do have to be awake when everyone else is awake. We all know that “fixing it” will take more than just a couple of nights but interestingly — though work does take me to have late nights still — the Linen spray has helped me A LOT. Seriously!

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Happy Christmas from Beauty Bento Box!

Just a quick HALLO to all the readers of Beauty Bento Box!

Hope you get everything you wished for from Santa today! Tonnes of makeup loot? Beauty gadgets? A spa getaway?

I’m actually drooling over this makeup metal kit I spotted over at Harbour Town. Problem is I dunno how to bring it back to Manila! Note: Luggage limit! Argh.

There are actually lots of beauty stuff I want to get this Christmas! Redken! Ecotools! Handmade (Aussie brand) bath products! There’s just so many! Gah.

Anyway, I won’t keep you from all your prezzies and Holiday food so just leaving you all with a greeting — Happy Christmas!

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