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Beauty Roundup: Women’s Month at SM, Lisa Eldridge snags award, Kylie Jenner’s first fragrance, and MAC’s Teddy Forever collection

And suddenly, it’s March! That means a month-long celebration: International Women’s Month. How are you celebrating it? SM Supermalls makes it easy with exclusive sales, promos, and installations at their malls nationwide. Outstanding women are also honored, including celebrity makeup artist turned beauty brand founder Lisa Eldridge. Kylie Jenner marks the month by releasing her first ever solo fragrance. We’ll also take a peek at MAC’s new collection, which takes inspiration from one of its iconic lipstick shades, Velvet Teddy.

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Beauty Roundup: Huda Kattan is back as CEO, Hard Candy x Girl Scouts Collab, Maybelline’s New Lip Plumper, and More

Since we did an all-local beauty news roundup last week, let’s do the opposite this time and look at beauty news from other countries. First up, Huda Kattan is back as CEO of Huda Beauty! Hard Candy releases a delicious collection inspired by Girl Scout cookies. Maybelline New York takes on the lip plumper trend with their own version. Last but not least, Dyson releases a gorgeous ceramic pink and rose gold version of their hair care tools in honor of Mother’s Day. Shall we take a look-see? Here we go!

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Beauty Roundup: GRWM x Pawssion Project, Plus New Drops from Happy Skin, Ready Set Glow, and Maybelline

As we wrap up the month of February, let’s do a quick roundup of new locally available finds. First up, Mae Layug’s GRWM partners with Pawssion Project to raise awareness and funds for our furry friends. Happy Skin treats us to new and old faves with their Lip Mallows in two formulas. Get killer makeup looks with Ready Set Glow and their new powder compact. Maybelline Philippines plays it up with new vibrant pink lip tints and colorful eye liners. Ready? Let’s go!

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Beauty Roundup: Glossier Cloud Paint Bronzers, Dyson’s new Supersonic hair dryer, Blackwater Bubble Up Hair Remover, Hello Glow Dry Shampoo, and Avon’s new Retail Corner

This week, we have got an assortment of unexpected beauty news. Cult-favorite Glossier Cloud Paint is now available as bronzers! We get to see Dyson’s new Supersonic hair dryer for professionals. Blackwater releases an unexpected Bubble Up Effortless Hair Removal Spray. Hello Glow enters the hair care game with their very own Hairsaver Dry Shampoo. Last but not least, Avon opens its first ever Avon Retail Corner. Let’s get started on this week’s Beauty News Roundup!

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Beauty Roundup: New Drops From Ever Bilena, Spotlight Cosmetics, blk, Happy Skin, and Myra

Has everybody recovered from the extended 2.2 sales? Now that that’s over, local beauty brands have moved on with exciting new product releases! Let’s look at new skin care and makeup product releases from Ever Bilena, Spotlight Cosmetics, blk, and Happy Skin. Plus, a new find for your glow-up from Myra. Yes, it’s time for another beauty roundup, local brands only edition!

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Beauty Roundup: MAC’s Updated Matte Lippie Formula, New Benefit Brow Products, And A Dazzling Fenty Highlighter

Let’s do a throwback to pre-pandemic makeup holy grail (HG) finds. Remember how every beauty fan had to have at least one MAC bullet lipstick, and a fave from Benefit’s brow lineup? Where were you when RiRi made headlines with her gorgeously gilded Killawatt highlighter? And did you feel like a professional makeup artist when you discovered your perfect Make Up For Ever (MUFE) foundation shade match? These OG beauty HG’s are recently getting either lineup expansions or reformulations. It’s time to take another look at new editions of our favorite makeup staples. Let’s go on another Beauty News Roundup!

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Beauty Roundup: Valentine’s Day Drops From Colourpop, Charlotte Tilbury, Pat McGrath, and Kiko Milano

Valentine’s day 2024 is in two weeks. Are we feeling excited, anxious, or meh about it? However you may feel about this Hallmark holiday, new makeup releases for it are coming in hot! I’ve featured a few early releases in my previous BNR’s, but there are so much more new makeup collections that I felt they deserved their own Valentine writeup. Let’s check out a puffy heart-filled collection from Colourpop, a Hollywood glam lineup from Charlotte Tilbury, a jewel-toned, fave-filled curation from Pat McGrath, and an interstellar love affair with Kiko Milano.

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I tried Naked White Collagen for 30 Days, and this is what happened

I had zero expectations when I was tasked to try Trizie Naked Collagen for 30 days. I knew that taking Collagen supplements have a plethora of benefits like improved skin texture, healthier nails and hair. BUT I had tried other collagen supplements before and I didn’t see any noticeable changes. Little did I know that I would be a convert within the first week!

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Beauty Roundup: New drops from Ever Bilena, Hello Glow, and Dior, a Kardashian comeback, and a new luxe store in Makati

Is it still January? Apparently, yes. And with each new week comes a new wave of beauty news we bottle up and store just for you! For this week, let’s get to know new releases from local brands Ever Bilena (gorgeous powder blushes) and Hello Glow (a tinted sunscreen). Kim K is back with a new makeup collection. Feeling luxe? Check out the latest lipsticks and perfume sticks from Dior. You just might find a new place to shop at Corso Como 88, which features designer treasures from around the globe.

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Beauty Roundup: New Fenty Concealer, Essence’s CNY Drops, Natasha Denona’s Valentine Release,  and Colourpop x Twilight!

Two weeks into 2024, and I’m already lemming for some new makeup. New year, new (makeup) look! If you’re feeling me, this week’s BNR is right up your alley. Let’s roundup the most exciting releases so far in color cosmetics! I heard that our girl RiRi is adding a new hydrating concealer to her Fenty Beauty lineup. Drugstore makeup steps up with Essence Cosmetics’ Love, Luck, & Dragons collection. Natasha Denona curates beautiful colors for their 2024 Valentine additions. Last, but most definitely not the least, get ready to be dazzled with Colourpop’s latest collab with Twilight!

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These One-and-Done Vitamin Skincare Finds From BCL Are So Good!

It’s common knowledge that vitamin supplements support good health overall, including the skin. There are specific vitamins we can take orally for better skin, but when it comes to products directly applied to our face, it can get tricky. We know that Vitamin C has been proven to even out skin tone, improve collagen production, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Vitamin A is a source for anti-aging retinoids that is so potent, even dermatologists recommend its use with caution. BUT it’s not ideal to mix and match willy-nilly with other skincare actives just like that. It typically takes trial and error to build a skin care routine incorporating both of these skin care heroes.

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Beauty Roundup: New drops from Dior Beauty, Lancôme, and Chantecaille; Plus A Luxe Newcomer To Sephora

Let’s kick off 2024 with an all-luxe Beauty Roundup! How do you feel about luxury skin care and makeup brands? Personally, I used to think their products were overhyped and overpriced - until I got to try some of them. I realized that more than just functional products, they provide a full experience that makes me feel special. I began to understand that, to each their own. That’s the beauty of beauty! There’s no right or wrong product, but there is definitely something for everyone. How about you, what do you think? Which luxury brands do you prefer when it comes to skin care and makeup?

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Beauty Roundup: Shiseido Future University Launch, Givenchy x Roblox, Kérastase’s Holiday Sets, and Blk Cosmetics’ new shades

This week’s beauty roundup brings us local beauty news, takes us to Japan, and even to the virtual gaming world! Let’s learn more about Shiseido group’s exclusive “Future University” in Ginza and explore Givenchy Beauty’s Festive Winter Escape game in Roblox. Take a peek at new lippie shades from Blk Cosmetics, and check out Luxe Organix’s choice of new packaging for their ClinicalPRO Serums. We’ve got a lot of ground to cover, so let’s dive right in!

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Beauty Roundup: Pantone 2024 Color of the Year, Pinterest Trends, Rare Beauty Body launch, and Teviant’s New Bases

The year 2023 is almost up, and I find myself looking forward to what the next year brings! So for this week’s Beauty Roundup, let’s discuss what trends will make it big next year (which is in a couple of weeks, wow). Let’s get to know Peach Fuzz, Pantone 2024 Color of the Year. We’ll also check out a bunch of interesting beauty and style predictions from Pinterest Predicts 2024. The Ultimate Skin Master collection by the Albert Kurniawan rounds up Teviant’s releases for 2023. And last but not least, Selena rocks the world yet again with surprise Rare Beauty drops for the body. Are you ready? Let’s go!

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Beauty Roundup: LOOK x GRWM, Small Steps Into Beauty, New Ever Bilena Eye Makeup, and Issy Releases

So who else is gearing up for the 12.12 sales? If you’re like me, you would have done your research on the best beauty deals by now. Because I love you guys so much, I’ll make it more challenging for you! This week’s Beauty Roundup will open your eyes to new local releases, a surprise pop-up collab, and a new local skin care brand. Saddle up and get ready for this week’s roundup!

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Beauty Roundup: New scents from Avon and Luxe Organix, a multi-brand perfume refill station opens, and a peek into the world of Dior

This week’s beauty roundup is scent-sational! This one is for all the perfume lovers out there. We’re covering new local releases: Avon’s new take on a classic fragrance that guarantees to take you Far Away, and an affordable yet Luxe (Organix) perfume line for men. Discover where beauty giant L’Oreal opens a multi-brand refill station for perfumes. And last but not least, find out where you can watch a documentary to make you say, “J’adore, Dior!”

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Beauty Roundup: Futuristic lip care by Amorepacific, Luxe Organix Hair Scrub, lashes up with BLK Cosmetics, new Maybelline Sky High colors

This beauty news is all about innovation. Did you know that there’s a product out there designed to immediately diagnose, treat, and color your lips? Everybody has probably tried a bath scrub, but how about a hair scrub? As for the eyes: a local brand has released an intriguing mascara that promises clump-free application, and an international drugstore beauty brand takes on colorful mascaras that just might complete your holiday look. Intrigued yet? Buckle up for another Beauty Roundup!

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Beauty Roundup: Get #ReadyInFive, new Hada Labo moisturizers, Holiday gifts from Jo Malone and The Body Shop, and a new celebrity says Hello to the beauty industry

So, have you been marked safe from the 11.11 and November pay day sales? I’m afraid the #HolidayBudol Beauty brands have got a few new holiday releases that might still grab your attention. Keep your eyes peeled for a new local arrival that promises to help get you #ReadyInFive. Fasten your seatbelts, because we’re going on another Beauty Roundup!

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