Beauty doesn’t always need to be loud. It can be soft, intentional, and quietly powerful. That’s what Vice Cosmetics taps into with their newest drop, the Perfect Kizz VELVET lip collection. Inspired by the idea of soft power and the blurred, velvety lips seen in Korean beauty, this line leans into that lived-in, effortless look. It’s all about smooth, diffused color that feels easy but put-together.

The shades range from barely-there nudes and everyday neutrals to warm reds you can wear any day of the week. Let’s take a look!

If you’ve read any of my previous articles you know I love getting into the nitty gritty of product formulations and ingredient lists. I like learning how effective a product is and love when my skincare has the science to back up its claims. So, my ears perked up when I heard about new things from Cantabria Labs.

It feels like an understatement to say that so much can change during pregnancy. You're literally growing a whole new person, reshaping your home, and bracing for a completely new chapter of life. In the middle of all that, it's surprisingly easy to overlook the small stuff—like checking the ingredient list on your go-to beauty products.

It might seem like a tiny detail in the grand scheme of things, but tweaking my beauty routine has become part of how I prepare and protect both myself and my baby. I’ve learned that being mindful of what I put on my skin is just another way of taking care.

Kanebo’s latest launch feels like their way of saying, “But wait, there’s more!” This drop has a little bit of everything: a well-loved product with an upgraded formula, bold new lippies that pack serious color, and even something completely new for the brand.

For those who aren’t familiar yet, Kanebo is a Japanese heritage brand that balances tradition with innovation, creating modern beauty products with meaning. Since opening their fflagship store at Mitsukoshi BGC, they’ve been introducing more Filipinos to the effortless elegance of Japanese beauty.

My favorite local skincare brand, Dermtropics, has just opened a new home at Shangri-La Plaza! It’s now so much easier to get your hands on their ultra nourishing coconut oil lip balm and luxuriously moisturizing shampoo. After being a well-loved staple in KULTURA and lifestyle gyms across the metro, Dermtropics has officially planted roots with its very own standalone store—proof that this homegrown gem is here to stay.

Vice Cosmetics just pulled off their biggest launch yet, marking a major milestone with the debut of their very first skincare line. Meet Sunwear, a collection designed to protect and care for your skin without getting in the way of your daily life. With five new products in the lineup, Sunwear has you covered whether you’re clocking in hours at your desk or heading out on an adventure. And no matter the season, it is always worth remembering that sun protection is a year-round essential.

This launch was three years in the making, a thoughtfully crafted collection of effortless, high-performance products at an accessible price point. The grand reveal at MOA Sky was an afternoon of discovery, fun, and of course, plenty of sun, all while staying protected from those harsh UV rays.

So, you want to have a baby. The time feels right. Your mind, body, and wallet have finally aligned, giving you the courage and confidence to bring a new life into the world. Congratulations!

This is such a beautiful moment for many women, and reportedly the easiest part of parenthood. But getting here? That can be tricky. “Trying for a baby” really is the most accurate way to put it, because all you can do is try and hope for the best. If you’re going the traditional route, there’s roughly a 1 in 20 chance of conceiving each cycle.

Whether you're already a proud mama, expecting, or wishing for that second line to appear soon, this one’s for you.

There’s something to be said about holy grail products and how we always find ourselves coming back to them. They’re bestsellers for a reason, and when we run out, restocking is a must. Today, I want to talk about two of my favorite JBeauty makeup brands: K-Palette and KISSME. I’ve talked about K-Palette before and have sung praises of their eyeliner and mascara. I’m happy to report that I’ve gone through quite a few tubes at this point.

It’s not everyday that you get to celebrate a milestone with a brand that you’ve been a fan of for the longest time. Colourette Cosmetics just had their very first pop-up for the launch of their newest product the Jelly Kiss Lip Tint (P399/4g). Taking over Auro Chocolate Café in BGC, the place was transformed into the juiciest place to be this summer. Their first pop-up featured fantastic music, delicious drinks, and fun activities for the Colourette community.

It’s hot. We’re looking at some record-breaking temperatures this summer and when we’re not hiding from the sun and seeking air conditioning, we want our makeup to make us feel good, be lightweight, and most of all last a long summer day. So, when GRWM Cosmetics announced a summer collection, I was hoping for products that would check all the boxes.

POPIQUE is the newest skincare and makeup brand by Filipinos, for Filipinos. Pronounced poh-pik, this rising F-beauty star is poised to make waves—and maybe even land a spot in your beach bag this summer. Inspired by the beach, the sun, and our beautiful islands, POPIQUE believes that beauty doesn’t hide from the sun, instead, it thrives under it.

Founder Aleah Sia describes POPIQUE in three words: fun, effortless, bold. Together with co-founder Patrick Sia and creative director Joel Andrada, the team set out to create a brand that celebrates the vibrant, sunny energy of island life. It’s skincare and makeup designed to live under the sun, not shy away from it.

For the past two months, I had been on a skincare detox. The only thing that went on my face was an ointment and a thick neutral moisturizer. Why? Because the holidays, combined with the weather and my hormones, added up to the worst skin days imaginable. My skin was irritated, inflamed, dry, and flaking. A trip to my derma told me that I had a seasonal eczema flare up and prescribed a medicated ointment, and because I wanted no interactions or secret irritations, I put a hold on all my skincare treats and focused on my skincare needs.

Spotlight Cosmetics threw a fabulous Galentine’s soirée at The Grand Hausse last February 11, and it was definitely one for the books. Guests were treated to delicious bites, a beauty buffet like no other, and a dreamy setup filled with plush velvet and stunning art. But the real highlight of the night? Denice Sy, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Spotlight Cosmetics, unveiling the brand’s new campaign and tagline—You First.

I’m all about a good multiuse product—the kind that offers endless possibilities with just one tube. There are days when I simply don’t have the luxury of digging through my stash or hunting down the right brushes. It’s just me, my fingers, and a trusty multiuse stick taking on the world. That’s why I gravitate toward products that are flexible, fuss-free, and come in a creamy, easy-to-blend formula. Naturally, I was thrilled to try the newest shades of the Careline Multi Stick (P220 / 5g)! It promises a lightweight, pore-friendly formula that’s rich in pigment and color, all while being super portable and convenient. What’s not to love?

You can never have too many skin tints, especially when your social calendar is suddenly packed this holiday season, but you have zero patience for full foundation. Whether I’m running late and trying to beat the holiday traffic or getting ready for a ‘no makeup’ makeup day, I always find myself reaching for a reliable skin tint. Ellana Cosmetics has one that’s packed with SPF and skincare benefits! The Even Better Skin Care Tint SPF 30+ PA++++ (P299/18g) is 100% vegan, PETA-certified cruelty-free, and even safe for pregnant and breastfeeding moms.

The GRWM Ball on November 22, at the Okada Hotel Grand Ballroom was nothing short of magical and extravagant. From the moment guests received the whimsical scroll invitations, it was clear they were in for an unforgettable evening. With surprise guests of honor, jaw-dropping announcements, and a monumental product launch, the night was a celebration of beauty, empowerment, and community.

As a first-timer at the GRWM Ball, I was thrilled to experience this one-of-a-kind event and couldn’t wait to share all the dazzling moments that made it truly unforgettable.

Blk has been delivering uncomplicated beauty for seven years now, and we here at Project Vanity have been loving them since their launch, and have been reviewing blk products ever since. On their 7th birthday milestone they’ve prepared the sweetest treat for us in the form of their Soft Blur Powder Blush (P399/4g), each shade deliciously named after a delectable dessert.

It’s hard not to notice the buzz around Remedy – influencers everywhere are raving about their visits, and I couldn’t help but get curious myself. So when Project Vanity got an invite to Remedy’s exclusive Wellness Treat event, I knew we had to be there! We got the inside scoop on what sets this aesthetic clinic apart and what’s in store for its future. If you’re on the lookout for a clinic that doesn’t just offer treatments but provides real solutions, keep reading – we’re spilling all the details!

Nothing is worse than trying a new skincare product hoping for healthy, beautiful skin and instead getting a horrible skin reaction and breaking out. With every product promising the best results, it can be hard to figure out what ingredients we like and don’t like especially when products don’t share the most comprehensive of ingredient lists. And with everyone’s skin being unique, how is a skincare newbie supposed to wade through everything and find the perfect product for them? Lucky for us, there’s Good Molecules, whose approach to beauty is that “They Have Nothing to Hide”.

Issy is a brand that has a well-earned reputation for throwing the best events and having some of the most creative product launches. Even after the unforgettable ISSYMANIA Gel Pencil launch earlier this year, Issy went all out and served up Pinktopia: a fantasy world where everyone can explore their own story and live out their pink fantasy. Pinktopia served as the backdrop for the launch of their newest Mousse Lip Tints, a rich plush formula that glides on the lip with a matte finish. Represented by the giant teddy bear at the center of the room, the mousse lip tint is the baby sister to the lip tint that started it all the Gelee Moisturizing Lip Tint.