Nobyembre 20, 2012

My Secret to a perfect face canvass


I have been searching for a perfect foundation to use on my clients and I have found a few that I have been using ever since. I am a fan of Revlon Photoready Two way powder and Maybelline Mineral Power but I am not that satisfied. I usually battle with caking and drying up. The finish was not that flawless even if I damped the sponge I used to apply the foundation.
I knew it was not complete at all. I need to find something besides foundation to create a perfect canvass.
I finally found the solution in a very tiny unattractive counter of Cinema Secrets in SM North Edsa. I was actually looking for a setting spray to keep my makeup long lasting even in the most humid weather. The sales lady actually gave me a moisture spray after I described the item that I really need! When I got home I was really upset that this product was not for setting makeup. They sure included in the label that it can be used after the whole makeup to set it and I have tried it but did not work. So, I thought I wasted my money for this! The sales lady clearly did not know what she was doing.
So, I disregarded this product and moved on… But then they have included in the label that it is best to use the product to dampen the sponge before you apply foundation. One time, I did my foundation following the instruction on the label. I sprayed the product on my sponge to dampen it and applied my revlon photoready powder after I applied my liquid foundation. Photoready by the way works amazing without moisture spray, but with the product I saw that something was different. My face looked effortlessly flawless! Just to mention, I do not have a perfect skin. I have blemishes and redness all over. It actually made my face a perfect canvass. I was so excited that I always look in the mirror to see how smooth my face was.
You can use this after the whole makeup to remove excess powder to prevent caking and to make the face really glow. This can also be used as a face mister but is much better than Evian because this can really make the face glow. 
So, all in all, this is my favorite product to tie up with my favorite foundation. You can buy this at any Cinema Secrets counter. They are usually found in SM dept Stores Watsons Area. I bought mine for 650 pesos but when I actually came back it is already 900. Whew! I know it is expensive but it is super worth it!
Thanks guys!

Canon Photoskwela in SM North Edsa



Hi Guys! This goes to the Photography lovers! Canon is organizing a free Photography Seminar on Nov. 24-25, 2012 at the SM North Edsa Annex. See the posters for details!
Me and my Husband are coming on the weekends so see you there!

Cosplayer Carmina!

Yes! We went back to Wildlife again! I told you how we are all getting well with photoshoots! Hehe! Ok so, we went back last Nov. 18 for a cosplay Photoshoot! Carmina Ramos a passionate Cosplayer, invited us to do a photo shoot with her! She was wearing a Rune Knight costume from Ragnarok. I was totally amazed because this girl can really rock out cosplaying! There are really giving so much effort for this and I am their fan! So, a few photos of the result! Enjoy!


Barbie Inspired Photoshoot!


Hi guys! Last Nov. 14 me and my husband went to N.A. Parks and Wildlife for a photoshoot. Sharmaigne and Jin were our first ever BFFs to shoot and we really wanted to give them a chance for a solo and duo shots.
We came to the park a bit early to do their makeup. It was actually my first time to do makeup in a parking lot! Ok, Popsie requested for a Barbie inspired makeup that you can see in MAC for barbie. Sharmaigne wore the green and pink makeup that the morena barbie was wearing and Jin wore the pink/violet one. 



Popsie really aimed for a very nature inspired fashion photography in a very subtle approach. We did not want harsh, strong projections and makeup for this shoot. So, we came up with this! This shoot was really successful and it really paid off as we have received a lot of compliments and a lot of upcoming photo shoots! Cross-fingers for that! We are really hoping that opportunities will come running towards us! yey! That’s all! Thanks! Godbless!

Nobyembre 16, 2012

The Classic Pin-up Look with an edge!

I know guys that you have seen a lot of pin-up looks. I, myself, adored You tube gurus for creating classic pin-up looks that are easy to do.
This time, let us make it different somehow. 

My version. Model: Ana Jordan
On the photo above, you can see that it is the classic one. The model, Ana, is pretty much fair so I used warm colors to really enhance her beauty. I used brown eyeshadow and some highlighter as she has a visible crease. The eyeliner! Geez, what would pin-up would look like without the cat-eye winged eyeliner! In this one I only did a semi-cat eye and more of a kitty eye winged eyeliner. The brows, as you can see, are colored light brown to really tone down the intensity of the eyeliner. Most pin-up looks use red lipstick, in my version though I used a red-orange lipstick from Revlon. Any red-orange will do. Also, I made sure that her skin is super flawless as a pin-up look must look really perfect!

Go ahead and try it yourself guys. This can be worn during evening occasion, a date night with your BF or your BFF. A flirty yet sophisticated that can really bring out your beauty! Some people could not carry the red lipstick but can surely rock out the winged eyeliner. So, maybe choose between the two that you might want to intensify. Maybe a red lipstick or a winged eyeliner or both!

Another tip, the will really stand out with an LBD or a Little Black Dress!

* with the hair, braid a 2-inch part on the sides then bring it together at the back then tie your whole hair together. For a more sophisticated look, curl the ends of your pony tail with a 1-inch curling iron.

Nobyembre 11, 2012

Hi guys! Today I'm posting about my October Bride's romantic Wedding!

Arni Raquid Makeup was invited by the beautiful couple Coy and Kat to do the makeup of the bride and the family. The wedding happened in Immaculate Concepcion Parish in Cubao, which is a very beautiful church! The reception happened in Patio Ibarra which is known for gourmet menu.


Coy and Kat *grabbed this from Kat's FB account so I do not own this picture*
As you can see above, they are so lovely and they surely are so in love. The wedding was super romantic with the Midnight Blue motif. The bride's gown, Oh my, I loved it. It was so beautiful. It was off-shoulder with midnight blue beads on the upper part of it. The skirt has layers that looked like a Princess would wear. The veil was simple yet it showed elegance and sophistication.

Mother-of-the-Bride

Ayen and the MOB

Carmina, the groom's sister

As for the makeup, Kat wanted a very natural looking makeup to bring out her beauty. I used warm toned eyeshadow to compliment her eyes. A pink lipstick that really matches her skin. A very corally blush that made her look really fresh throughout the whole day. (You know how hard it is to stay fresh the whole wedding with all the lights and heat that's going around the church and the fact that you worry about the whole program of the wedding! Geez)

Oh my gosh, the cake! eeehh
With her hair, she wanted to have longer hair so she provided us a clip on hair extension. This made her hair volumized and looked longer. We curled the hair and did a half-up half-down hairstyle as requested by the bride.

I can say that I enjoyed the wedding so much and the pressure that came with it. It was really worth our day because of the lovely couple that really touched our lives. And, also the family of the couple was so nice to us and they've been amazing throughout the whole event. This family is an inspiration to everyone as they possess infinite happiness and love.

Thanks for reading!
Arni

I have never been in a backstage of a Fashion Show!

HIIIIII GUYYYYSSS!!! It's been years!!! IKR! Just Kidding! I know I have been out for so long. Sorry guys! I was busy with life and career. Anyways, Yes! I have never been backstage of an FS! Have you? Well, it was a new experience to me to be part of a real life Fashion Show! Me and my partner Ayen (Mineeh11) was invited by the Upper East Sider Event group to be their Makeup Artist for the Fashion Show 10.11.12. which actually happened on the said date! It is a date and a FS Title in one! OK let's make it real quick!

Did I scare you, guys? Sorry! I know I'm fat but It's me!
The Fashion Show/Party happened in Patio Manila in Malate. The FS catered young and unique Filipino Designers. It varied from casual to formal to really really unique designs! Native, Flipster and Tretorn joined the Fashion show as the opening walk. 

I and Ayen (Mineeh11, You can also find her here in Blogspot!)

It was so much fun because of the amazing mix by the Deuce Manila DJs. It was actually my first time to join such party because I am anti-social, haha! I just don't party. Anyways, We started the Makeup preparation around 5pm and ended by 8:30pm. It was so tiring because we have to prep around 20 models! But it was super fulfilling, I tell you.

Here's Nikki Udani my Favorite Model for this FS! She's very nice and pretty!

A model done by Ayen 

All I can say is I love this Girl! She's so beautiful!

UES asked us to make the makeup simple because they wanted the designs to stand out. So the makeup as you can see is more on brows and cat liner. We also used nude on the lips. The hair is sleeked back with a ponytail. 

The sweetest Girl! She patiently waited on the line! She's beautiful and humble too!


See what I mean? Isn't she a beauty!

Lovely Girls!

Well, I guess you can tell how happy I am with this experience. I was so fulfilled with this opportunity that I realized I have achieved more than I ever expected. This FS had really proved that Makeup is what I really love! 

I hope you like this guys! It has been amazing this past few months and as much as I can I will post every little thing amazing that happened in my life! Promise!

Thanks and See you soon!
Arni