Where Do You Buy Your Makeup?
I think my obsession for makeup doubled when I started taking up fashion makeup classes in Fashion Institute of the Philippines. There are just so many amazing makeup brands out there that don’t necessarily drain your wallet—you just have to know where to find them!
Because of this, I wanted to write a quick post on where I buy my makeup (especially the ones I use for class).
1. Glamourbox
First on my list, of course, is the company I work for—Glamourbox! We have kiosks in both Landmark Trinoma and Makati. What I particularly get here is Pixi’s Glow Mist and Ofra’s Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick and Signature Contouring and Highlighting Cream Palette. I always use the Glow Mist to prep my model’s skin and keep it moisturized. For obvious reasons, I love using Ofra’s Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick because of the matte finish and the lasting power. I sometimes use the Signature Contouring and Highlighting Cream Palette whenever I need to do a little contouring, or if I don’t want to use liquid foundation because it’s actually a great alternative.
I super love DTC because they carry makeup brands that’s hard to find and that the pros really use. I recently visited their store in Corinthian Executive Regency (along Ortigas Avenue near Robinson’s Galleria) and bought this beautiful RCMA 5-shade cream foundation palette that’s incredibly pigmented and gives a flawless coverage.
3. Zalora
One of the most interesting makeup products that Zalora carries is GlamBox’s Airbrush Cosmetics. I really want to learn how to do airbrush, but I know that’s advanced makeup already, so maybe I can learn it some other time. They also carry Carmex Lip Balm, which I use on my models to prep their lips before applying lipstick. You can easily stay pampered, fresh, and utterly gorgeous with make up that’s available in Zalora.
4. Reeco
I love how because of Reeco, I discovered where I can buy BH Cosmetics in the country. This is another brand that’s hard to find because it’s not available here yet. I use their Contour and Blush Palette if I want to do just a little bit of contouring.
So those are just a few places I go to whenever I’m looking for a niche brand. What about you guys? Where do you buy your makeup? Do share them in the comments, so I can also check them out!
August 4, 2015 @ 2:15 pm
Hi Gretch. I’m looking for different eye shadow palettes that are good and easy on the pocket, do you have any recommendation? 🙂
August 4, 2015 @ 2:30 pm
Hi, Marie! What shades are you looking for, and what’s your budget? 🙂
August 5, 2015 @ 1:50 pm
Thanks for the quick respons! I’ll need matte palettes with a good variety of colors. I’ll be using it for makeup school, nothing more than 2k for every palette. 🙂
August 5, 2015 @ 2:24 pm
Hi, Marie! Awesome! 🙂 Here are some of my suggestions. I’ve used them in makeup class as well, that’s why I highly recommend these palettes. Not all are matte though. Some have a slight shimmer, but the results are still great. 🙂
https://glamourbox.ph/index.php/view/product/Makeup/Mesmerizing_Mineral_Palette_Copper_Peach/946
https://glamourbox.ph/index.php/view/product/Makeup/Mesmerizing_Mineral_Palette_Plum_Quartz/1271
https://glamourbox.ph/index.php/view/product/Makeup/Bright_Up_Your_Life_Naturally_Bare/1175
https://glamourbox.ph/index.php/view/product/Makeup/Bright_Up_Your_Life_Smokin_Hot/1176
https://glamourbox.ph/index.php/view/product/Makeup/Palette_Bronzette_Summer_Glow/1689
You can also check out these awesome palettes at BeautyMNL: https://beautymnl.com/t/makeup/category/palettes Some are currently on sale, and will definitely fit your budget! 🙂
And here are the palettes from Calyxta: http://www.calyxta.com/Shop/Makeup/eyes/eye-shadow?Page=3&Items=12
August 5, 2015 @ 7:30 pm
Hi Gretch! 🙂 Thanks for your help. I found some palettes that are perfect for my needs. 🙂 Are you still taking classes? Mine will start this month. I’m super excited!hehe Thanks again! Stay fab. 😉
August 5, 2015 @ 7:55 pm
You’re very welcome! 🙂 Actually, I finished last Saturday! I’m taking my finals this coming Saturday. Hehe. Good luck and have fun! 🙂
August 16, 2015 @ 2:09 pm
Hi 🙂 a new subscriber here. Love your blog since it has a little bit of everything. I also like your new hairstyle, so chic! Anyway just want to ask regarding your equivalent skin tone with mac, nc40?35? thanks.
Side note: I love that you feature things that are not common to other Ph blogs. so refreshing!
August 20, 2015 @ 7:24 pm
Hi, there! So sorry for the late reply! I was out of the country these past few days. But thank you so much. This is one of the sweetest messages I’ve ever gotten. 🙂 To be honest, I don’t remember my shade with MAC. Hehe. I use L’Oreal’s True Match or Maybelline’s Dream Satin Skin.
Thanks again for your sweet message!