How To: Organize and store your makeup!

Hello Everyone!

Today I'll show you how I store my PERSONAL Makeup Collection. I've been watching loads of youtube videos of how other people store their makeup collection and I was always drawn to those who store them in a very minimalist way. I remember one of my favorite ways to store makeup was that of Wayne from gossmakeupartist see his video here.

At that time I didn't know where to buy the acrylic drawers and I knew that they weren't available locally plus if I ever bought them abroad it would be SOOOOO EXPENSIVE! Apparently the Kardashians use the same storage units. Looking up other videos I found that in the US Muji has a similar product at a lower price. 

It was only a matter of time until they had it here! :) I got my very own 5-drawer thing yesterday in MUJI ATC. It cost me PHP1,250 (almost USD30). Yet it's kinda expensive BUT IT LOOKS SO GOOD! :))) 

Read more to see how I organize my Makeup!

Bride: Raissa + Arnie SDE 6.9.12

Raissa found me online. We talked on the phone a few times and she decided to trust me to do her makeup for her wedding.

The only request she had was to contour her "siopao cheeks" as much as possible. Since I've never seen her prior to the trial/prenup shoot day I was surprised to find that the "siopao cheeks" that she was so concerned about wasn't really a big deal. (Note: If you do have siopao cheeks, be THANKFUL! because when you turn 60-onwards, you'll still look youthful!)

Here are the photos of her wedding by Pix Republik Studios as well as her very creative SDE by Reel Republik Studios!

Review: Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation

Hey Everyone!

I've always said to myself that when I start a beauty blog I'd do tons of product reviews but going through my posts all I post about are my hauls and gigs. 

I decided to start with my personal HOLY GRAIL foundation called Silk Creme Foundation from Laura Mercier. 

Growing up I had really oily skin so I was super prone to acne I also have sensitive skin so I react HORRIBLY to certain products/ingredients. Through trial and error I found a skin care routine which controlled my oilyness and acne. So nowadays I only get acne during that time of the month or when I don't get 8 hours of sleep. 

My skin today is the worst it has been for a long long time due to the following. 1) I just had my period 2) I've been getting less than 8 hours of sleep and 3) I'm super stressed with work! Because of the disgusting state of my skin I decided that today was the PERFECT day to show you all how AWESOME this foundation is.

SO ARE YOU READY TO SEE ME SANS FARDS?! :))))) 

Pageant: Pro Tip + Mrs. Philippines Globe 2012 Pre-Judging July 5, 2012

I apologize for being MIA for the majority of this month! I know I've been promising to do more posts and finally put up tutorials but I've been super busy with my day job (Palo Alto Bed & Breakfast). Anyway here is Part 2 of my Mrs. Philippines Experience with Make Up Forever Philippines. 

The prep was done at the New World Hotel in Makati and I had the chance to work with my previous candidate Mrs. Steph Malibiran. Here are the after photos! 

Pageant: Mrs. Philippines Globe 2012 - Press Conference June 21, 2012

Dear (imaginary) Readers,

I apologize for not blogging as much last June. It was such a busy month for me make-up wise. I had 2 weddings and two Make Up Forever events plus "real life" work was pretty hectic as well! :)) 

One of my favorite Make Up Forever gigs to date was the Mrs. Philippines Globe 2012. We met the ladies on June 21 and we kinda bonded with our candidates so we ended up doing their makeup for the following events. 

Here are the photos I took/stole of my candidate Mrs. Steph during the Press Conference.  

Mrs. Steph Au Naturel (okay fine maybe with a bit of foundation!) 

Fashion: Ayala Malls Style Origin 2012 - High Street Fashion Show

Sponsored by Make Up Forever Philippines - June 2, 2012

BTS: L Time Studios Photoshoot Day 2

This was shot May 16, 2012 at Bonifacio Highstreet on probably the hottest/sunniest days in Manila! :)) Nonetheless, I loved it. I came prepared this time! I slathered on SPF 75, covered up and brought my umbrella! :)) Here are some behind the scene photos! 

Camille Co in Awesome neon platforms!

More photos after the jump!

Debut: Lordan C.

Here are some of the photos taken during my debut gig a few months ago. I had a blast doing hair and makeup for Lordan and her sister! The celebration was held in Los Banos which was pretty far but luckily I got there just in time. 

Photos after the jump!

Artsy shot of my brushes! :)

Makeovers: Now & Forever Bridal Fair - Part 2

Makeovers: Now & Forever Bridal Fair - Part 1

Fashion: I'm back!!! :)) + MOODS: SoFA CHARITY FASHION SHOW

I feel terrible for neglecting my blog for almost a month! I blame real life for that! :) I've been so busy with the family business Palo Alto Bed & Breakfast in Puerto Princesa Palawan for the past 3 weeks or so.      

Anyway! I'm hoping I get to post more often now!! As soon as I got back I did a fashion show with Maquillage Professionel and Make Up Forever which sponsored a charity fashion show with the School of Fashion and the Arts.

The peg from Marc Jacobs Fall 2009

Dealing with the Black eyeshadow fallout! :|

Blendingggg!

With the Make Up Forever Team!

Photo By: Nico Abello Gozos https://www.facebook.com/

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Photo By: Leo Avendaño http://www.behance.net/

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Photo By: Leo Avendaño http://www.behance.net/

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Photo By: Leo Avendaño http://www.behance.net/

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I'm still looking for more photos! :) I'll post them as soon as I find them! :) 

I'm so happy to be back and to be blogging again!! Expect more posts soon!! 

Always love,

Pauline

Jean M.

Client: Jean M.

Airbrush Makeup: Pauline Ylaya

Location: Makati Shangri-La 

Jennifer M.

Model: Jennifer Martinez

Jeave Gabiana Photography

HD Makeup Studio

Airbrush Makeup by Pauline Ylaya

Mayeth S.

Model: Mayeth Siaton

Photographer: Jeave Gabiana

HD Makeup Studio

Airbrush Makeup by Pauline Ylaya

Rachel M.

Model: Rachel Anne Miguel

Photographer: Jeave Gabiana

HD Makeup Studio

Airbrush Makeup by Pauline Ylaya

Peace Love Fashion

Last month I had the pleasure of working with my college best friend Reg and her cousin/business partner Ingrid. The have a clothing line called peacelovefashion they sell both online and in bazaars. 

I did the makeup for their summer collection. Yay for my first fashion shoot! :) 

I love this leopard print blazer!!! 

You can see the entire collection here.