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    Category: Makeup Anecdotes

    Interesting view points or experiences about makeup, skin care and beauty culture based on videos on the web, write up and from my personal experience.

    Sita of the Kecak and Fire Dance

      I had just come from a trip to Bali with my best friend, Nat. One of the Highlights of the trip was watching the Kecak and…… Read more “Sita of the Kecak and Fire Dance”

    September 2, 2017March 19, 2021 by tor

    Becoming Sayuri

    ON THIS DAY. Seven years ago, I found my self wandering around Ueno in a dream like fashion. Flowers seem to be following me in every step;…… Read more “Becoming Sayuri”

    August 11, 2017March 19, 2021 by tor

    Modesta’s Way: Traditional Hair Care Methods Using The Mighty Coconut

    Marinduque is a small island off the southern coast of Luzon island in the Philippines. Depending on the traffic situation, it takes a total of 7 to…… Read more “Modesta’s Way: Traditional Hair Care Methods Using The Mighty Coconut”

    April 21, 2017March 19, 2021 by tor

    Not Everybody Believes In Contouring

    While I was on my hospital bed last Tuesday evening, I’ve managed to come across an online article written by Kristen Bateman for Allure. The title of…… Read more “Not Everybody Believes In Contouring”

    March 31, 2017March 19, 2021 by tor

    Vintage 1940s Makeup Tutorial Film from GlamourDaze.com

    I was not intending on searching Youtube for such kind of a film, I stumbled upon this makeup tutorial serendipitously. I was looking at a different video, one…… Read more “Vintage 1940s Makeup Tutorial Film from GlamourDaze.com”

    January 16, 2017December 30, 2020 by tor

    The Ultimate Smokey Kohl Tutorial + History by Lisa Eldridge

    I have been a fan of ancient Egyptian art and culture since my childhood. Every time I enter a museum, I always visit the Ancient Egyptian wing…… Read more “The Ultimate Smokey Kohl Tutorial + History by Lisa Eldridge”

    November 2, 2016March 19, 2021 by tor

    Japanese Makeup Culture

    Begin Japanology is another show that I watch on NHK World, it is hosted by Peter Barakan. Begin Japanology, as stated on their website “explores many aspects…… Read more “Japanese Makeup Culture”

    August 26, 2016March 19, 2021 by tor

    Japanese Skin Care: An Insight

    I am a Nipponophile. I enjoy Japanese culture to a certain degree. I enjoy it so much that my skin care and makeup routine is Japanese inspired.…… Read more “Japanese Skin Care: An Insight”

    July 31, 2016March 19, 2021 by tor

    Of Smokey Eyes and Colored Lips

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZMxv-Pjg2s There have been times when I do a smokey eye, most women I work with always ask for a nude lip. 90% of the time. Always.…… Read more “Of Smokey Eyes and Colored Lips”

    April 1, 2016March 19, 2021 by tor

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