Highlighter and Illuminator Samantha Gonzales Highlighter and Illuminator Samantha Gonzales

From Subtle to Stunning: Our top 15 highlighters for morena skin

Hello, brown people of the Philippines! I know. I know the culture loves our tisay sisters, but I also know we’re headed towards a beautiful, bronzy future where brown (and dark!) people are also appreciated. Anyway, if you want to be in the forefront (wow) with me and have been yearning for products that cater to your coloring, then this list is for you. I’ve tried around twenty plus highlighters and reviewed fourteen of the best products for morenas so you have something for every purpose and price point.

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Skincare Gett Baladad Skincare Gett Baladad

Why you need to get in on glycolic acid ASAP, and our top recos!

When I first got into acids, I immediately zeroed in on the BHA-based products because of my oily, acne-prone skin. But over time and after using products like the In Her Element Glow Job, I’ve learned my skin can benefit from AHAs, too. Glycolic acid is the most commonly used AHA for both professional and at-home treatments alike because it quickly delivers visible results. If you haven’t tried it yet, read on to know more about why you should add glycolic acid into your skincare routine.

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Beauty News Karla Aguas Beauty News Karla Aguas

Beauty Roundup: Shu Uemura is back in the PH, NikkieTutorials’ newest gig, and a big move from Glossier!

Is it February already? Let’s welcome the love month with your weekly dose of all things beauty! This week’s roundup has the scoop on NikkieTutorials’ newest gig (don’t worry, she’s still on YouTube), the return of one of our fave Japanese brands (yes, we’re freaking out, too), and how Glossier and Hourglass are upping their complexion games. Who’s ready? Dive in!

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Features Stacie Chan Features Stacie Chan

Inside the life of an online seller: How two beauty stores built their business from home

If earning more income is one of your New Year resolutions, you may want to consider getting into online selling. Sure, it’s a small operation compared to the likes of Sephora PH and BeautyMNL, but it’s proven to be a lucrative one. Shoppers still appreciate having a trusted suki who can give recos and address issues at a personal level, and it’s easier to give feedback on what products they’d like to see next! But, how to start? We got in touch with two popular online sellers whose shops we’ve frequented and trust.

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