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Decoding Your Skin Type
By: Amanda Padilla Do you get a mild panic attack when buying facial washes, serums and moisturizers because you are never sure if it’s the right fit for your skin? Investing in good skincare can ge...
Matrix Biolage: At-home Salon Hair Care
By: Erica Paredes Matrix is one of the more known salon brands, and some of us in the Calyxta Crew were able to road test the different variants in the comfort of our own homes. Our Marketing Manager,...
Why Every Girl Should Have Two Shades of Foundation
  By: Xeng Zulueta When it comes to foundation, I always recommend that one must own two shades – – one that matches your skin and one that is a shade darker. Why? For the obvious and...
Product Review: Egyptian Queen Transformer Eyeliner
By: Xeng Zulueta It is an almost clear liquid solution that turns any powder product into a liquid liner. The result: endless possibilities and limitless hues. You can use the transformer in the follo...
Enhancing Your Natural Face Shape
By: Amanda Padilla Shape: Round This means that the face looks full. It is just as long as it is wide with it being widest at the cheekbones. Jawline and forehead have the same width. Makeup Technique...
How to Tame Frizzy Hair
Living in the tropics might be amazing for our skin but it is just a nightmare for our hair. Frizz happens when your hair is dehydrated; it acts like a sponge absorbing moisture from the air. And with...
How to Treat Scars
By: Cat Juan-Ledesma They say every scar is a story. But oftentimes, it’s a visual reminder we’d rather wish away. Here are some ways you can treat them. Dark scars That big red bump that&...
How to Make Your Asian Eyes Look Bigger
By: Cat Juan-Ledesma They say that our eyes are the windows to our soul and a few us are given bigger windows than others. Here are some makeup tips to help make those peepers open up a little more to...
How to Care for Tired Skin Overnight
By: Xeng Zulueta The problem: PUFFY EYES The culprit: WATER RETENTION. Multiply that by two if you are a salty eater and if you are PMS-ing. Multiply by two again if you are stressed and sleep-deprive...
Product Review: Sonia Kashuk Tinted Brow Gel
By: Amanda Padilla I used to use tinted brow gel as a finishing touch on the brows of all my clients. All the other make up artists were doing it too. There was this one really popular, high-end, go-t...
How to Make Your Own Hair Mask
By: Cat Juan-Ledesma You don’t have to look further than your kitchen cabinet for ingredients that will offer your hair deep conditioning and shine. Here are some hair-friendly kitchen products ...
How to Do Your Own At-Home Manicure
By: Alyanna Martinez Whether you are trying to save money or don’t have the time to make the trip to the nail salon, doing your own manicure at home is easier than you may think. With the right tool...
Bacne
By: Amanda Padilla There are few things more annoying than having zits on your back. Most of the time, bacne is a result of your hormones and sebaceous glands working on overdrive. If do you suffer fr...