An incredible pore-blurring, skin smoothing, oil-controlling primer, this is a new must-have from M.A.C. We use this on our pore-plagued nose and cheeks for a shine-free surface and better makeup hold that last all day. Lazada Official Store
Matte without looking flat, this foundation from NARS will be your new favorite everyday base. Its light, runny, oil-free formula provides full coverage that lasts all day—even when wearing a mask. It’s also transfer-resistant and sweat-proof. And thanks to the foundation’s Anti-Oxidation Complex, you’ll be able to find your true shade match and not have to worry about it oxidizing on your skin. Rustan's, Lazada Official Store, Power Plant Mall
Formulation and innovation make this cream cushion collaboration with Korean star Park Seo-jun a real standout and winner. The sponge, or what it calles a V Puff, is pretty intruguing. It vibrates 12,000 times per minute, delivering an airbrush-like even application and allowing high makeup adhesion. We can rely on this for an all-day glow. While it's a coverage product first, it features star ingredients in skincare including Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) for strengthening the skin barrier, among other benefits. With SPF50+ and PA++++, it's considerably high in UV protection, making it a great sunscreen layer and retoucher. Lazada
We've never met a MUFE setting product we didn't love, and this is no different. This icon has been reformulated to provide more hydration all while locking your makeup in place for up to 12 hours. The best part is that is icon can also be used as a priming mist and refresher. Just spritz over the face before foundation and allow to dry or refresh your look any time throughout the day with a spray or two. Lazada Official Store, Zalora, Sephora.ph
Shimmertint, part of Colourette’s tint collection, is a long-wearing, multi-use liquid highlighter that melts into skin for an instant luminosity. Lightweight and blendable, this highlighting tint give the distinct Filipina complexion a healthy glow if used minimally and a luminescent highlight that can be seen from a distance. It’s characterized by a fragrance that smells like vanilla candy but the sweetness is so subtle, it’s only noticeable when you twist open the bottle. It can be used in a multitude of ways. As a highlighter and illuminator, it’s possible to blend into your favorite foundation for a bright overall glow-up, dab on top of makeup for a hint of highlight wherever you need it, or use it on bare skin for a healthy-looking glow. It can also be used as a liquid eyeshadow for that barely-there shimmer. Lazada, Shopee, Colourette website
This OG tint is still a winning tint. This tint has been around for decades, and has gone through improvements in formulation, shades, and packaging. For days we only want a flush of color, we use this watery gel tint on our inner lips and cheeks. It can also go under gloss or foundation for a subdued blush.
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This cream to powder single eyeshadow makes application foolproof, you can even just use your fingertips to create a beautiful gradient. It's hard to believe it just costs a few hundreds for a formulation comparable to ultraluxe brands. It's highly pigmented and longlasting, you don't need to worry about fading or creasing.
Lazada Official Store, BeautyMNL, Happy Skin stores nationwide
This instantly earned the top spot in our mascara list. For what it is, it’s price point, and incredible effect, this mascara can contend against some of the world’s most lauded lengthening and volumizing mascaras. It’s one thing to add volume, but it’s an entirely different story to keep the lashes lifted and curled all day. We’d like to think it works because of 2 things: the wand and the formulation. The mascara’s wand is flexible and features an advanced brush design that effectively separates strands while coating the tiniest of strands. The formula is waterproof, smudge-proof, crumble-proof, all while helping thicken and nurture the strands. The result? Fanned out, lifted, long lashes from day to night!Lazada, Shopee, Happy Skin Official Website
Fill in and brush up. This incredible duo makes feathered brows possible with an angled eyebrow pencil and a wax-like gel mascara in one pen. Forget about brow soaps for laminating brows. This formula is as long-lasting but a lot easier to use. It also works like a treatment with castor oil to nourish the brows. A great everyday grooming product at an accessible price point.
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This liquid brow definer lets you do fine lines for feathering and thicker strokes for filling in the sparsest of brows at half the price of most liquid brow pens. It comes in four shades to match most natural hair colors.
Lazada Official Store, BeautyMNL, Shopee
We've always love Issy & Co.'s Brow Pencil, and so this upgraded version got us pretty excited. It now comes with a tiny paddle brush for blending and diffusing color, all while still having a great fomulation that's waterproof and fade resistant.
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One of the most comfortable mattes you'll ever try, this slim, retractable bullet allows precise application and delivers intense creamy color with one stroke. It's the highest pigmented lipstick of the brand. Long-lasting and non-drying, it has 24 shades for every mood and occasion. Rustan's
For a beautiful, healthy looking shine on the lips, this lightweight and sheer lipstick gives a lustrous finish. It's also infused with raspberry seed and organic extra-virgin olive oils to soften and smoothen your puckers.
For a beautiful, healthy looking shine on the lips, this lightweight and sheer lipstick gives a lustrous finish. It's also infused with raspberry seed and organic extra-virgin olive oils to soften and smoothen your puckers.
An everyday tinted lip balm, this keeps lips luscious and moisturized. Lightweight, nourishing and non-sticky, this tinted lip balm gives off MLBB color with a glossy shine. A little goes a long way. A dab or two will give a nice slightly matte tint. Spread it on for a more intense color with a super glossy finish. Tropic is a great everyday shade in gumamela red that is universally flattering. The formula is light and sits on the lips with a delicious and addictive watermelon scent.
Our rescue balm for days we wake up with dry, flaking, chapped lips, this derm approved pick intensely repairs and soothes severely damaged lips and works even on sensitive skin. Its active ingredients include avocado oil and shea butter which biologically repair and regenerate damaged lips. This can be used as an overnight treatment as well. Watsons, Official Lazada Store, BeautyMNL, Zalora
This blurring balm softens, conditions, and primes the lips, a great first step before other lip color products or just on its own as a daily conditioner since it has almond oil, sunflower oil, and aloe vera extract. It fills in lines and allows you to apply lipsticks and colors of all finishes without getting in the way. In fact, it enhances hold and application. One of our best discoveries of the year. Official Lazada Store, Shopee, BeautyMNL, Official Colourette Website
Ever since we’ve discovered cleansers that transform what usually feels like a task into a treat, facial cleansing has become a skincare step we actually look forward to. This new gentle cleanser by Cetaphil does the job of thoroughly lifting dirt and debris without the greasy feeling usually associated with mild cleansers. It’s a thick cream that melts into the skin and transforms into a soft foam. It’s non-stripping like most Cetaphil cleansers and features the same active ingredients as the entire Bright Healthy Radiance line to maximize the benefits and effects of this new range. This is our current favorite cleanser and we are thrilled to share it with you. At leading drugstores, Official Lazada Store
The legendary mother of all micellar waters, Bioderma has long been ahead of the pack. A crowd favorite and an essential product in the kits of French makeup artists for decades, this has made its rounds the world over, pleasing editors and beauty junkies for its simple and effective formulation. It works so well in dislodging makeup, removing dirt, and clearing impurities, and is tolerable for all skin types even the most sensitive. Watsons, Official Lazada Store
Why do low pH products matter for our skin? Our skin is naturally slightly acidic, which means it has a low pH. Water is at a neutral pH of 7; any number lower than that means it’s acidic and higher than that means it’s alkaline. Our skin’s pH level is between 4 to 6. It’s important to use products with a pH that’s close to our skin’s for it to function optimally. This Low pH cleanser and toner duo is just so impressive, we hoarded this set to give to friends too. True to its name, it's perfect for the daily grind. It cleans and tones, removing dirt and smoothening and softening the skin while preserving its protective lipids. Its star ingredients include aloe vera extract for hydration, chamomile extract for its antioxidant properies, hyaluronic acid for hydratiob, witch hazel extract for its antibacterial properties, and rose water for maintaining the skin's pH balance. Official Lazada Store, colourette.ph
An old favorite that will always find a place on our vanity, this Kiehl’s bestselling toner has calendula flower petals and herbal extracts in an alcohol-free formulation lauded for soothing and calming the skin. First formulated in the ‘60s, this is one of the brand’s most popular and iconic products. We’ve always considered this a balancing toner—hydrating, oil-regulating but not overdrying, and great for all skin types. It also preps the skin well for the next products in your regimen. Kiehl’s boutiques, Lazada Official Store
This serum won over 200 beauty awards for good reason. While its hydrating effects are almost immediate, it works overtime to activate your skin’s defenses and help prevent signs of aging. It has heart leaf extract to help boost circulation and fermented Roselle flower to give your skin a dose of probiotics. These ingredients penetrate the skin to help boost hydration, smoothness, and radiance. We also love the serum’s lightweight, watery consistency and how it easily absorbs into our skin, making it perfect for layering products. Rustan's, Lazada Official Store
This all-around serum was made to be a pleaser. It truly revitalizes and lifts, and you will see results in about a month’s use. Watercress extract aids in the skin’s production of collagen and targets fine lines and wrinkles. The 4MSK and vitamin C ethyl inhibits the production of melanin, while white lily extract purifies and detoxifies. It also features Shiseido’s ReNeura Technology++ which has Phytoconnect that helps prolong the efficacy of the treatment. Rustan's
What we think is Bioten’s ultimate anti-aging product, this pharmacy-grade serum tackles wrinkles, spots, texture, and even volume loss with its Pearl Technology, hyaluronic acid, fermented rice extract, and vitamin B3 in a formulation that’s easily absorbed and synthesized by the skin. The pearls break upon pumping into the skin and the silky texture quickly absorbs. It features three types of HA, a collagen booster to help remplump the skin, and gold protein for HA production, further filling in wrinkles and fine lines. Watsons, Amorfia.online
Hands down, this is our reliable serum for effectively lightening our post-acne marks. It also works on discolorations and dark spots caused by sun exposure while visibly brightening the skin tone. Featuring a stabilized for of vitamin C, buffered salicylic acid, and peony extract, this powerful and targeted serum is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Kiehl's boutiques, Lazada Official Store
This rich cream is everything you need to firm up and revitalize your skin. Use it morning and night to help diminish signs of aging—like fine lines, sagging skin, and dullness—and protect your skin through its blend of antioxidants. On top of these benefits, the firming cream also has technology that can help your skin help itself over time, boosting its regenerative power. With regular use, you might notice a more youthful, lifted look to your visage. Lazada Official Store, Rustan's
Cetaphil’s formulations suitable for sensitive skin will surely stand the test of time. Now it’s found a way to combine that with superior efficacy in skin brightening. This day and night cream duo instantly hydrates and illuminates. Its GentleBright Technology features niacinamide, a lauded ingredient in skin brightening and sea daffodil extract that also enhances the product's effectivity in reducing dark spots, evening out the complexion, and revealing radiance from within, all in a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic formula that’s dermatologist developed. It also provides up to 24 hours of hydration without the sticky feel. The day cream has SPF15 for an added sun protection. The night cream, which feels like gel with a thinner consistency, is a dream to apply. It absorbs quickly and is perfect as a last step to your layering. At leading drugstores, Official Lazada Store
Truly lightweight, this feels like applying refreshing water-gel on the skin. The cream formula actually turns into water droplets upon application—how cool is that!—before it quickly absorbs and gives the skin an instant dewy effect. It’s oil-free and contains 70 percent activated hydrogen water. A great pick for all skin types, even acne-prone skin. We’re obsessed with this. Rustan's
Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk is one of the must-haves when it comes to suncare. This citrusy suncare milk absorbs as quickly as a liquid and has a special proprietary blend that increases product potency, turning the formula into a stronger UV protecting veil with water or sweat exposure. Enjoy time under the sun without being bothered by sweat or water with its SPF 50+ PA++++ formula, which also has a radiant finish.There’s no harsh white cast of cream here. The Anessa sunscreen milk is good for everyday use—even for sensitive skin—and can be used as a makeup primer. Unlike some of its counterparts, this sunscreen milk is easily removable by soap. The gel, on the other hand, is perfect for those looking to moisturize the skin with its thicker consistency. We also find it the perfect body sunscreen for swimming. Rustan's, Official Lazada Store, Watsons
This dry shampoo absorbs excess oil from our roots while also adding volume to our hair. It has an almost clear formula, making it undetectable to even the sharpest eyes. What we enjoy most about it is its mild, fresh scent that doesn’t overpower the senses. This is the product you’ll want if you need a pick-me-up on your no-wash days or want to refresh your bangs. Strip and Browhaus branches, Seek the Uniq, Calyxta, BeautyMNL, and Zalora
This product made us huge believers in shampoo bars. A natural shampoo bar that cleanses and nourishes without drying the hair and scalp, this must-try by Human Nature has a rich blend of cocoa butter, avocado oil, and mild coconut surfactants ina pH-balance formulation. One 35g bar is equivalent to 180ml of liquid shampoo, allowing savings of over P100. It’s also housed in a sustainable packaging for a truly green product. It comes in Island Bloom, Zesty Vanilla, and a men’s Cool and Clean shampoo bar with bamboo charcoal and kaolin clay. Watsons, Human Nature dealers, humanheartnature.com
This has helped revive our damaged hair from swimming and hairstyling. In less than a week it brought our brittle and dry hair to life, thanks to its plant-powered formula with quinoa, soy-derived oil, and macadamia oil. It also protects from heatstyling and breakage. Rustan’s, Zalora, HairMNL, Lazada Official Store, Greenbelt 5
Jennyhouse is a famous Korean salon that delved into creating premium, salon-grade hair products. Among our favorites is this. We call this our miracle dropper. We just add a few drops of this Son Ye Jin favorite to our shampoo to boost its effect and give our hair shine and moisture. We notice truly lustrous hair with this after blowdrying. It especially works on our stiff hair after bleaching and coloring. It can also be a regular daily treatment you can do every morning as you shower or as an evening treatment you can apply from the midlengths to tips before bed. Free from harmful ingredients and featuring hydrolized protein, keratin, and naturally derived botanic complex, this lets you experience high end salon effects with every use. areumnl.com
A great product for fine to medium hair, this air-infused technology transforms liquid into foam without hydrocarbon propellants, usually found in aerosol styling products. This delivers volume and shine whatever hairstyle you want. Just pump into your hands, and spread over damp hair before blowdrying. Zalora, HairMNL, Lazada Official Store, Greenbelt 5
Apply this on towel-dried hair for a quicker drying time or blowdry locks for the most gorgeous at-home blowout. It's easy to use—just shake and spray, really—and expect glossy and lightly conditioned locks. This has been our favorite for years, couldn't miss out not including this on this list. Strip and Browhaus branches, Seek the Uniq, Calyxta, BeautyMNL, and Zalora
This gives our locks beautiful beach waves, thanks to its formulation with cane sugar and salt. With just a few sprays, we are able to create naturally tousled texture and flexible hold for hours. Just spray on damp or dry hair, and blowdry to set. Zalora, HairMNL, Lazada Official Store, Greenbelt 5
If you can't make it just yet, just fake it with this styling spray that instantly gives volume to your hair. Those with especially thin hair will love this tonic because it gives the locks body to create a fuller look with several spritzes. It features a botanical blend of certified organic amla, wheat, and corn which help thicken and hold the hairstyle. A bonus is its botanical aroma of vanilla, bergamot, and clary sage. Rustan’s, Zalora, HairMNL, Lazada Official Store, Greenbelt 5
A recent discovery we’re now obsessed with, this watery-oil mist is great for achieving the glossy straight hair of your dreams. It’s able to penetrate the hair and fill in damaged cuticles for the smoothest strands while also providing a protective coat of natural oils for shiny, soft locks. It works on both wet and dry hair. areumnl.com, Lazada
Pre and probiotics have been all the rage in skincare recently, and for good reason. They balance the skin's microbiome and protect it from harmful elements. This light-as-air moisturizer features a prebiotic complex of Inulin and Alpha-glucan Oligosaccharide; squalane derived from sugarcane; and trahalose derived from plants which works as a moisturizer, antioxidant, and skin protectant. It's gentle yet hardworking, it can be used beyond the arms and legs. It is suitable for the face, underarms, and even the vulva. We love how we can count on this to deliver for every area. A great all-in-one to bring to travels too. Strip and Browhaus branches, Seek the Uniq, Calyxta, BeautyMNL, and Zalora
We don't know anyone who’s never used this iconic brand in skincare. Loved by those who’s ever had to deal with dry or sensitive skin and usually recommended by dermatologists, Cetaphil has cemented its place in the sensitive skin category. But here’s a new line from the brand that brightens the skin as much as it soothes. Meet Cetaphil’s Bright Healthy Radiance line. This Brightening Lotion is more than the OG as it lightens spots while moisturizing and protecting the skin barrier. The main actives are niacinamide, which minimizes redness and blotchiness and works even on sensitive skin; and sea daffodil, which inhibits melanin transferase and evens out skin tone. We love that it’s fragrance-free and gentle. It also doesn’t get in the way of other products we apply after, including perfume. In fact this even enhances the longevity of perfumes since fragrance holds longer on moisturized skin. A new favorite in our lineup for every day. At leading drugstores, Official Lazada Store
This dry oil has reached legendary status not only because of its versatility, but also because of its combination of precious oils that can nourish and protect your skin and hair. And while it is an oil, it doesn’t feel greasy or heavy at all. To use it on your face, apply it in upward strokes as the last step of your skincare routine. Use it on your body by massaging it on your skin right after you get out of the shower and use it on your hair by running it through your lengths or leaving it on for 10 minutes as a treatment mask. Rustan's, Lazada Official Store
Non-stripping and nourishing this dermatologist-developed body wash is the perfect partner to the body lotion, also featuring Cetaphil's GentleBright Technology with natural sea daffodil extract and niacinamide, to maximize the line's brightening effect. Lightly scented, it lathers to a nice foam that's cleanses and refreshes all while staying gentle and suitable for sensitive skin. At leading drugstores, Official Lazada Store
We were impressed by this set so much because of two things: 1) It really brightens 2) It prevents odor. You also get so much value for your money for its price point. The Lightening Underarm Cream (best used day and night) is a thick formula that won’t easily budge after it’s been applied and has grapeseed oil, glycolic acid, beta glucan, vitamin E, and papaya extract, among other skin lightening and soothing ingredients. Visible results can take about four to six weeks. The Lightening Deo Spray is an alcohol-free, fruit-distilled deodorant, which effectively controls odor while helping lighten the skin. It’s recommended you use this in the morning. Official Lazada Store, colourette.ph
This is skincare for down there. Strange as it seems, it’s really worth the try. This simple process will “soothe, detoxify, and brighten the vulva with the help of infrared activated charcoal to boost lymphatic drainage to rejuvenate the skin,” according to the brand. Just wear and tuck, then leave on for 20 minutes before discarding for a calm and hydrated area. It’s also the ideal treatment after hair removal. Strip and Browhaus branches, Seek the Uniq, Calyxta, BeautyMNL, and Zalora
The D&G Light Blue to stay forever indeed, this newest version is a celebration of 20 years of the iconic fragrance, and comes in two iterations, Pour Femme and Pour Homme. Its original maker, master perfumer Oliver Cresp, created a new twist to his iconic masterpiece, a whole new scent that's fresh and sunny but still distinctly Light Blue.
Pour Femme is a bright and sensual scent evoking memories of long summer days by the Mediterranean Sea. Expect the opening to be Light Blue in every way with its signature top notes of Granny Smith apple and tangy Calabrian lemon. It blooms with a new sunny floral heart of orange blossom and white flowers, and lingers with its signature trail of Virginia cedar and cashmere woods. A must-have for everyone who's ever loved Ligh Blue and those who want to discover this modern rendition. Rustan's
A modern rose that dries down to be nearly like a skin scent with its Bulgarian rose, white musk and amber base. We love how this is delightfully a youthful rose without being too sweet. Rather, it's energetic. It opens with the vibrance of violet leaves, green papaya, and jasmine, before the roses bloom at its heart. It's an inoffensive true rose great for every day. Rustan's
There is no way anyone is going back to shaving, plucking, and waxing after using Braun's Silk Epil 5. This ergonomic epilator is able to effectively remove hair from the root in an entire area in seconds. The pain is a lot less than waxing and plucking, especially after your first use when the procedure becomes practically painless. It also catches hair four times shorter than a wax. If you've been shaving, this will be your total gamechanger, allowing you to be smooth and hair-free for weeks. No more bumps or irritated skin. What makes this stand out among other other epilators? Its wet and dry function, allowing you to epilate even with soap for a better glide; the fact that it's cordless, allowing you to use it in the shower or bath, which is especially practical for when you use it on your legs or armpits; and Braun’s SensoSmart technology, which features an intelligent sensor to guide your epilation and ensure you only apply the right amount of pressure. Truly lifechanging and a must-have for those who haven't been back to the clinic for lasers. Official Lazada Store
Plasma is among the newest and most buzzed about skin renewing technologies today. Considered a gamechanger in both in-clinic and at-home devices, it is recognized for its antibacterial effect and its ability to repair and regenerate the skin.This plasma device that uses cold plasma technology allows the same benefits as with in-clinic procedures, albeit gradually with regular use at home. It works on signs of aging such as spots and lines, eliminates bacteria and germs associated with acne, eczema, and rosacea, among others, and neutralizes free radicals apart from helping your skin allow better and deeper product absorption. The ceramic head makes every treatment a breeze. scionskin.com
This ultrasonic facial cleaning gadget uses sonic pulsation and gentle silicone bristles to deeply clean the skin, sloughing off dead skin cells and removing makeup in just a minute. Once you start using something like this for cleansing the skin, it's really difficult to go back to the old traditional ways of just cleansing with your hands. This is gentle enough for daily use, as opposed to physical exfoliators or microdermbrasion, and works well especially helping your skin absorb key ingredients from your skincare better. scionskin.com
Collagen keeps our skin filled and plump, while elastin keeps it bouncy. Our production of both slows down with age, causing brows to droop, skin to sag, and jawlines to lose definition, among other aging effects. One of the most lauded non-invasive skin lifting and tightening treatments that address these problems effectively is Ultherapy, and it's popular for a reason. It triggers collagen production using micro-focused ultrasound energy with realtime visualization. With this type of ultrasound energy, unlike radio frequencies and surgery, it can visualize deep within the layers of the skin and deliver safe, precise lifting. The procedure, through micro-wounding, triggers the skin to produce collagen and elastin at such specific areas. The results are instant and improve over time. And because results are so significant—it can turn back the clock by at least five years—it may be done just once every 12 to 18 months. As for how it feels, each zap feels like a warm tingling sensation underneath the skin. Those with a high threshold for pain will definitely manage and those who don't can always rely on topical anesthesia. Available at leading dermatologist clinics and at BeautiqueMD, 8th floor MDI Corporate Center 10th Ave corner 39th Street, Taguig.
Facial lines form when facial expressions are made as the muscle under the skin contracts. With repeated movement and over time, especially as you lose collagen and elastin, the lines get deeper. Here is where neurotoxins become key solutions. Our choice of botolinum toxin, Xeomin is incobotulinumtoxinA. It works by blocking the release of chemicals that cause these muscle contractions, therefore softening expression lines. The main difference of Xeomin versus other brands of what's popularly called "botox" is that it is a uniquely purified neurotoxin. "It is made through a unique precision manufacturing process that isolates the therapeutic component of the molecule and removes the complexing/unnecessary proteins that don't play an active role in treatment," according to the brand. We were among the the first to try this when it first launched in the Philippines in 2018, and have been users since. During that time some doctors also found that Xeomin being a purified version, worked for regular botox users who've already developed tolerance for botolinum toxin. "Botulinum toxin helps reduce fine lines and lifts your skin. Most people who aren’t familiar with botulinum toxin tend to get worried that it will completely change their appearance. But if the treatment is done properly, it should make you look fresh," shares Dr. Anna Palabyab Rufino of BeautiqueMD. "The toxin can help soften the jawline by giving it a V shape, which adds more balance and dimension to a square or round face. The procedure can also prevent the deepening of lines." Available at leading dermatologist clinics and at BeautiqueMD, 8th floor MDI Corporate Center 10th Ave corner 39th Street, Taguig.
Belotero is a hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable filler. The main difference of Belotero from other injectable HA fillers is its lower density, which allows it to fill in finer lines and wrinkles. It also has several options for various consistencies: Balance, Soft, Volume, and Intense. Depending on the desired outcome and area to be treated, doctors will help determine which range would suit a patient best. It can be used to treat very fine lines to deeper folds and can also be used for enhancing the lips or cheekbones. It is injected higher in the dermis, and it completely integrates into the skin tissue. Results last for 6 to 12 months. Available at leading dermatologist clinics and at BeautiqueMD, 8th floor MDI Corporate Center 10th Ave corner 39th Street, Taguig.