Because I think most girls like looking pretty on love day, here are some makeup ideas I recommend: 1. Fresh Rose Face MaskĀ – I use this almost every night, and it really moisturizes my face. 2. Fresh Rose Floral TonerĀ – I use this after the Rose mask, and so far it doesn’t irritate my skin … Continue Reading
I’ve been so addicted to finding new beauty products and tips these days, so I recently made a trip to Ainz & Tulpe, a Japanese cosmetics store. I wasn’t really planning on buying these, but I picked up a CC cream by PGT Cosmetics and Nude inĀ theĀ Box by Rimmel London. I’ve only used both products … Continue Reading
Yesterday, I happened to arrive at my station for work a bit early, so I browsed through the cosmetics counter at the department store. I had been wanting a new blush since I changed my hair style, and I only had pinks and other shades I thought were too dark for my fair skin. When … Continue Reading
One of those rare mornings where I have a few extra minutes to snap photos of myself right before heading off to work. It’s just starting to become less humid out here in Tokyo, so I opted for my shoulder-less cropped top from F21 with a pencil skirt from Zara (hopefully I’ll have a full … Continue Reading
I recently found these amazing nail polish strips at the new Shibuya Scramble. Incoco Nail Polish Applique come in a variety of colors and designs, and the cool thing is that they are easy to apply and come right off with nail polish remover. I love how they’re inexpensive and last up to 14 days … Continue Reading
If you follow me on Instagram (@samanthamariko), you may have noticed that I have been a bit lipstick crazy recently. I mean, its the holiday season and what better way for a girl to make her look a little more festive than with vivid lip color? Above is my lipstick collection, most of which I’ve … Continue Reading
It might be a little too late to be posting a Halloween makeup tutorial since the weekend is almost over, but maybe it will be useful for next year. I dressed up as a witch this Halloween, but since my costume was pretty simple, I really wanted my makeup to be vivid and, well, sexy. … Continue Reading
Photo diary from my first test shoot in Japan! I had a great time working with Noli and Niki, my photographer and MUA. We made our way to Toyosu, a city located near the harbor. I’ve never posted before & after photos from my previous photo shoots, but I thought it would be fun to … Continue Reading
As mentioned in my last post, here is an overview of my makeup routine. I know my cosmetics brands are all over the place, but they all work together to create my look. Clockwise from the top left: Ā Canmake eyebrow shadow Canmake highlighter Sephora blush in orange punchy sunbaked K-Palette 0 teka powder (for oil … Continue Reading
Yesterday, I had my makeup done for my graduation by Ami Kuroda, a multi-media makeup artist from Los Angeles. She did my makeover using Artistry cosmetics, a quality skin-care and cosmetics line exclusively from Amway. Ami used toner, moisturizer, foundation, concealer, etc… but it felt like I had nothing on. The makeup was so light, … Continue Reading
