Anico Hanna

1 February 2013 || 0 comment(s)

Hi my beautiful viewers,
Today, I am excited to share with you my Makeup Collection. It was actually requested for so long already by many of my viewers. I don't have that much of makeup, just enough for my personal use and tutorials.

CONTINUE READING

Labels: beauty, makeup

Beauty Swap with Celestin

17 December 2012 || 0 comment(s)

After a very long time! I am back again! back to blogging.

Today, I have something really different but interesting for you guys.

If you are familiar with "Beauty Swap" on Youtube then this post is not new to you already.

So basically, this is my first time doing this kind of thing.

I did a swap with Celestin. She's also a Youtube-r here in Singapore.

Normally, when people do swap, they send the items through mail.

But what we did here is different. Since we are near to each other, we met and exchanged our items.

It was nice meeting Celestin in person as well. She's so down to earth and nice.

It was kind of awkward in the first place, since it was our first meet up.

But nonetheless, it was one fun meet up.

Labels: makeup

Boyfriend Makeup Review Tag

17 October 2012 || 0 comment(s)

This is just a fan tag. Saw this on Judy's channel. So I thought of giving it a try.
Everyone, meet my boyfriend.
Today, he's in-charge of my channel. LOL!!
and, Everyone is tagged to do this!
*Sorry for the unwanted noise.

** I just wanna thank my boyfriend for this. I know, I stressed you out while filming this and the fact that it was ON THE SPOT. No script or whatsoever. But still, you did it for me. Thank you so much! I love you! Well done, honeybear! **

Product Mention:
1. NYX Rouge Cream Blush
2. The Balm, Mary-Lou Manizer

Love,
Anico Hanna

Labels: makeup, review, tag

A Prize from Sigma Beauty

6 October 2012 || 0 comment(s)

Hi gorgeous ladies!

I have been wanting to get my very own Sigma products. It has been my dream since the time I got into makeups. Almost ALL the Beauty Gurus I watch in Youtube use Sigma Brushes. So, I told myself, I must get that too. The brushes are kinda pricey for a student like me, who doesn't earn money for my daily life. I will never give up on wanting these brushes, because I know that ONE DAY, Sigma will be mine.

and yes, DREAMS DO COME TRUE. I finally have my own Sigma Brushes. Click here for more details about my first set.

Now, the individual brush I have been wanting for so long. As in for a very very very long time.

Say hello to F80 Flat Kabuki and an extra gift, F85 Buffer. Thank you Sigma for hosting giveaways.

I would also like to thank my boyfriend Jio, for surprising me with a F80 Flat Kabuki, too.

Words can't explain how grateful and thankful I am.

Labels: makeup, prize, sigma

September Favourites.

5 October 2012 || 0 comment(s)

Hi guys!

Here are the products that I love using the most for the month of September, 2012. You will see some familiar products I've used on my videos, actually most of them.

So without further ado, let's get started!

BEBE Sheer Kit (Perfume, Roll-on Perfume, Lotion)

It is made from a blend of floral notes, fruit and musk. The scent is associated with the original yet, offers a more romantic and more sensual story. I really love this!

Labels: makeup

Uniquely Sigma Giveaway

5 September 2012 || 0 comment(s)

Hi ladies. Welcome to another entry.

It was 24th of August when I joined Sigma Affiliate's Giveaway. It was the last day to join. They run the giveaway from 9-24 August. I didn't know about it till I saw Sigma Affiliate's tweet. So, I thought of joining without thinking of winning it. I am not gonna elaborate here about the giveaway, click here to read about it.

August 25, 2012, 5AM (Singapore time) I received a tweet from Sigma Affiliate, saying that I was one of the lucky winners. I was half asleep and half awake at that time. I thought I was dreaming. I stared at it for like 2-5 minutes. I couldn't sleep back anymore. Then around 9AM when I woke up from my sleep-wake up- sleep I checked the tweet/email again. Then I pinched and told myself I WAS NOT DREAMING AT ALL. I was jumping for joy probably because I've been wanting to get Sigma for so long. God is really good! He didn't allow me to spend any single dollar just to get Sigma. I am really blessed. So without any further ado, let me share with you my prize.

The package Sigma sent to me

UNBOXING TIME!! The exciting part of every parcel!

Inside: Manual, 2 Cards and the brushes

Introducing.... Performance Eyes Kit.

It has 8 professional brushes.
"The Performance Eyes Kit is the perfect assortment of brushes for the precise application of liquid, cream and powder eye products. This set was designed for advanced makeup artistry, but is a fabulous addition for anyone’s kit from beginner to advanced. The kit includes 8 brushes used for: lining, tightlining, lining the waterline, smudging, blending, and shading the crease, inner corners and lids. Although anyone can use this kit, it is perfect for those with a smaller set of eyes. - Sigma"

Eye Liner - E11 : Use this to apply gel or cream liner to created detailed and artistic effects. Made in Synthetic Bristles.

Tightline Liner - E16 : Use this to apply gel, cream or liquid products onto the upper lash line. Fill the spaces between the lashes. Made in Synthetic Bristles.

Waterline Liner - E17 : Use this to apply cream or gel liners onto the waterline. Made in Synthetic Bristles.

Smudge - E21 : Use this for precise application and smudging of colour onto the upper and lower lash lines. Made in Natural bristles.

Blending - E36 : Use this for precise blending of powder products onto small areas of the eye. ade in Natural Bristles.

Shader Inner Corner - E46 : Use this to highlight the inner corner of the eye. Made in Natural Bristles.

Shader Crease - E47 : Use this to apply deep shades onto the crease. Made in Natural Bristles.

Shader Lid - E56 : Use this to control application of color onto precise areas of the lid. Made in Natural bristles.

So, that's all for this post.

I wanna thank Sigma for hosting this giveaway and I am so so so happy to be one of the five winners. Congratulations also to the rest of the winners.

Get yours now at Sigma Beauty.

10% OFF code here.

Love,

Anico Hanna

Labels: brushes, makeup, price, sigma

Sigma Beauty

1 September 2012 || 0 comment(s)

Hi gorgeous Ladies. Ready for September?
SIGMA is kind enough to give their customers a 10% OFF. Take the advantage now or regret later. The discount code SB2012 will be valid for 10% off your entire purchase through the end of September! They offer wide variety of Brushes, Accessories and Makeups. They ship worldwide.

So, What are you ladies waiting for? Do visit their Shop now at SIGMA BEAUTY!

Love,
Anico Hanna

Labels: code, coupon, makeup, sigma

MAKEUPBYTONI "HOPE" Series 12-Piece Brush Set

31 August 2012 || 0 comment(s)

Hi guys! Welcome to another entry/review.

Before anything else, let me share something to you guys.
So I have been looking for a great yet inexpensive makeup brushes since the day I started my makeup addiction. I don't have that much, simply because I am still a student and doesn't earn income yet. Finding the one I am looking for is really tough. Why? Mainly because, Singapore has one of the highest living standards and is one of most expensive cities in the world. Well, I think that explains why looking for a great yet inexpensive makeup brushes is really tough.

The 2 sets I've purchased before were not that excellent. Kinda regret buying them but, if I wait a little longer, I don't have brushes to apply my makeups.

"We don't start with something good straight away. We earn it and we learn from it."
Does that make any sense?

Recently, I have been wanting to get Sigma Brushes, but don't have $$$ to buy.
And, guess what? I finally got it, but with a different brand yet Sigma-like brushes. Yes, you read it right, SIGMA-LIKE BRUSHES.

Introducing the "MAKEUPBYTONI 'HOPE' Series 12-Piece Brush Set".
It was around May/June if I am not wrong when MakeupbyToni informed me that she will be releasing her very first brush line on August. I was happy at that moment and pretty excited.

After launching it, I finally received them. I can say, the quality is really really really excellent. I am not exaggerating it, but trust me, The brushes are really excellent and cheaper than any other high end brushes. I bet you can tell that by the looks of it without touching them. I've seen Sigma brushes and Toni used Sigma when she did my makeup for her portfolio shoot. How many times have I said very Sigma like brushes? Not convinced yet?
Watch Say's review about the MBT Brushes, a beauty guru in Youtube. She compared Sigma and Hope brushes. Click here.

So let me share with you the brushes:

The Brush roll is dark blue in colour. Made from Synthetic Leather

MAKEUPBYTONI's name outside the brush roll.

It has 12-piece brushes and a free travel size tapered blending

Part of the set's uniqueness: they have the brand's name on the brushes in holographic lettering

; the name and number of each brushes on the other side of the handle in silk print and in a very feminine font. See how much love and effort Makeupbytoni put in?

Each brush is called "H__" (i.e: H01 Powder) With the H representing the "Hope Series".

The bristles of the brush are made from synthetic nylon. The bristles don't fall out easily, or should I say, no bristle fall-outs after you've washed it (deep clean). Still in the same condition after washing them.

A closer look on each brush:

H01 Powder

H02 Duo Fibre

H03 Angled Contour

H04 Foundation

H05 Eye Shader

H06 Large Eye Shader

H07 Tapered Blending

H08 Angled Eye Shader

H09 Concealer

H10 Eye Pencil

H11 Angled Eyeliner

H12 Eyeliner

and last but not the least, A Free Travel Size Tapered Blending brush.

Price (excluding shipping fee)

- S$85 (for Singapore residence, meet up is applicable)

- Php 2,700

- US$67

Makeupbytoni ships worldwide, so no worries.

Contact Makeupbytoni if you are interested.

Using MBT's Brushes.

Love,

Anico Hanna

Labels: makeup, makeupbytoni, review

August Haul

28 August 2012 || 0 comment(s)

SASA, MeMeMe, MakeupbyToni, Sephora, MAC, ELF, Hot Shop, Essence

Hi Guys, welcome to another entry.

Here are the items I bought for the month of August. I end up broke this month. But I don't really care spending much on my skin. I am weak when it comes to "beauty cosmetics" Guilty Pleasure. Well, most of you would say I am a makeup addict. Maybe I am just overwhelmed with myself and stuff, because I only started using makeup last year, 2011, when I was 7teen y/o. But to be honest with you guys, I do collect makeups but I DON'T use them in school. Only when I go out or if there is an event. So yeah.

Let's get started.

Makeup Remover Wipes from SASA. I bought it for $5.90. It was on sale and the saleslady told me that this is really good. I've already tried it and I am loving this wipes.

Facial Masks from SASA. 3 for $4.70. As you can see, I only have 5 here. I bought 1 for my boyfriend, too. I am loving facial masks recently.

Gel Eyeliner in Monlight in Paris from Essence. I bought this for $6.50 (If I'm not wrong, I already forgot). So I've been wanting to buy this but every time I want to buy it, It is always out of stock. i have no doubt about it. This gel eyeliner is really good. It doesn't smudge easily and is waterproof. I would recommend this if you are on a tight budget and would want something that is really good.

ELF Daily Brush Cleaner from The Spectrum. $9. I am kind of disappointed with this. Elf recently reduced the size. But on top of it, I love the scent. That's all.

ELF Makeup Mist and Set from The Spectrum. $9. First off, the packaging is really nice. I already used this couple of times and I am loving this product. It did work well. My face doesn't sweat that much and it really holds my makeup and it doesn't fade easily. Good for oily skin. I would repurchase this when Spectrum restock their store.

Eyebrow Kit in Medium from The Spectrum. $9. This is highly rated in MakeupAlley. I have not tried this on my eyebrows yet. But tried it on my hand and they both (powder/wax) have pretty consistency.

Brush Cleanser from MAC - Sephora. Bought this for $21. Most of the youtube gurus recommend this. This works very well. The only thing I don't like is the 'flip-top" cover. It wastes the product by pouring it out more. It would be better if this actually came out with a spray instead.

MeMeMe Angels with Halos Skin Illuminator from Make up hub by Naturele Collezione (Philippines) I bought this for PHP750. I haven't tried this yet. Will update you guys on this.

Hot Shop Brush Guards from Make up hub by Naturele Collezione (Philippines) I bought this for PHP250. I haven't tried this yet. Will update you guys on this.