Korean makeup is love, don't you agree? Oops My Lip Tint Pack by Berrisom is definitely no exception because true to its claims, this lip product lasts amazingly for 12 hours! Don't you just love eating or drinking without having to worry about your lipstick smearing all over your face, or worse, get all patchy and gone by the time you take that last bite? It's also perfect for swimming as the lip tint doesn't rub off!


I received this set with 6 gorgeous colors from Bien's Beauty Bliss.  Oops My Lip Tint Pack by Berrisom is an authentic Korean product and the first and original lip tint tattoo. You can buy it for PHP 450 per tube or you can get it for a bargain by getting the whole set for just PHP 1,750 (roughly PHP 292 each!). The colors in this set include: Virgin Red, Vivid Scarlet, Lovely Peach, Pure Pink, Bubble Pink, and Sexy Red.

What I love most about Berrisom Oops My Lip Tint Pack:

• 12-hour lasting color (the lighter colors didn't stay as long though)
• 1 tube contains 15g of product
• It takes just 5 to 10 minutes to get a beautiful lip shade
• Acts as a lip exfoliator (when you peel it off!)
• Makes it super easy to create gradient lips
• Smells awesome!
• Lots of different colors to complement every skin tone
• Waterproof and great for all sorts of water activities
• Make out and kiss all you want! ^_^
• 100% authentic and imported from Korea

Now let me show you how truly awesome these babies are. Check out my photos below and find out what's my favorite color(s) at the end! Photos are taken under natural light during the crazy hot summer afternoons.

1. VIRGIN RED (Real Red) - Strong red color; vivid and bright red color


2. VIVID SCARLET (Refreshing Scarlet) - Attention-grabbing scarlet color; bright red color close to orange


3. LOVELY PEACH (Pink Orange) - Pure pink-orange color; coral orange that's slightly pink


4. PURE PINK (Lovely Pink) - Mild pink color


5. BUBBLE PINK (Cherry Pink) - More pink than the basic apple red


6. SEXY RED (Pure Red) - Burgundy tinted red color


It's not hard to automatically pick the best of the bunch. For me, I prefer the reds because I'm not much of a "pink" person really.



Nevertheless, depending on my mood for the day, I can also sport a pretty pink shade from my Oops My Lip Tint Pack (lip tattoo) set.

Wearing Oops My Lint Tint Pack by Berrisom in Pure Pink. Notice the shade is slightly different under artificial lighting.

I suggest not using this on extremely chapped lips because you might rip that dead skin off and I guarantee you that's gonna hurt! You can use a balm before putting it on but the color may be different than expected. Try exfoliating your lips first before using Berrisom Oops My Lip Tint instead.

Berrisom My Lip Tint Pack, so easy to use! Just peel after 5-10 minutes!

Well, there you have it, folks! You can get 6 beautiful colors for every day of the week. I fan my lips or stay in front of the electric fan to help it dry faster and minimize waiting time, but the peeling part is really fun and exciting! If you want a darker color, you can just use more product on your lips. The darker the color, the longer it stayed for me. Watch this video clip:

Press PLAY ▶️ I don't know about you but I find it liberating not having to worry about getting lipstick all over my face when I'm eating like a pig. 😜 More on this in full detail next week! 💕 In the meantime, i'll give u a clue. Check out @biensbeautybliss for the all original Korean Oops My Lip Tint Pack that absolutely does not smudge at all and is guaranteed to last 12 hours even after eating and drinking! 💋 #bastaigatsikat #berrisom #oops #lips #myliptintpack #korean #product #review #biensbeautybliss #bbloggers #beauty #instabeauty #makeup #instamakeup #bbloggers #beautybloggers #beautybloggersph #lotd #lipstick #liptattoo #hyperlapse

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So what are you waiting for? Check out Oops My Lip Tint Pack by Berrisom at Bien's Beauty Bliss on Facebook and Instagram. The store carries several other authentic Korean makeup including Pony's very own "SHINE EASY GLAM" eyeshadow palette in collaboration with Memebox. I'm gonna save up and get that one next! :)

I've been getting a lot of questions about my dream hair that I am proud to have achieved. So to answer all of you, this is a blog post dedicated to just that. Let's get started because I know a lot of you are eager to know the details, assuming of course that's why you're here reading my blog, right?


I'll do a Q&A style for this post to try and be concise about how to do a colorful ombré / mermaid or unicorn hair / pastel or rainbow head style. I hope you'll find this informative and if you still have any questions, feel free to comment below and I'll do my best to update this blog regularly to answer your queries. Please do understand that I am no expert and you can take my advice with a grain of salt.


HOW DO YOU GET STARTED?

First of all, you'll need to bleach your hair. There are no shortcuts. If you want awesome colored hair, you have to get rid of the dark pigment first in order for the colors to show. I already wrote a post about going blonde and some instructions on how to bleach your hair at home. You can check that out by CLICKING HERE. If you're not confident to do it yourself, you can always get a pro to do it for you, but I must say this, why spend all that money when you can just do it yourself? Just remember one important thing: DO YOUR RESEARCH FIRST!




WHAT HAIR DYE DO YOU USE?

Right now I'm all about semi-permanent hair dyes. It's safe to use and is actually made from vegetable dyes so the colors last only for a couple of weeks because it gradually fades. I like it that way because I can start with really dark colors and it eventually fades into pastel shades. It's awesome! TIP: Stay away from dandruff shampoo and hot water because it will fade the colors away faster than you'd want it to. I personally prefer the ones from Manic Panic because they have a million (okay, exag!) colors to choose from. There's also Punky Colour, Pravana, Adore, Sparks, Special Effects, and La Riche Directions. That's a multitude of semi-permanent hair colors if you ask me! For people in the Philippines, you can buy it from Funky Streaks or Rainbow Head.


HOW DO YOU DO IT, LIKE GET ALL THOSE COLORS IN YOUR HAIR?

It is actually the same concept as the DIY ombré hair that I did before when my hair was longer. You don't have to be a rocket scientist to do it. All it takes is guts... well, no guts, no glory! Anyhow, you have to do it by sections at a time. Do not mix all the colors! Depending on what style you're aiming for, you can do the dark colors first then the light ones or vice-versa. As for me, I did the tips of my hair first. Then slowly worked my way up. For more details, you can read about it in my previous blog post by going HERE.


CAN YOU LIST WHAT YOU *REALLY* NEED TO COLOR YOUR HAIR?

You'll need colorful dyes of course and you'll need conditioners (a lot of it!), keratin or any treatment oil (I still find Argan oil the best for my hair!), a mixing bowl and comb, gloves, an old shirt and towel, and a lot of guts. Tee hee! I think there are some semi-permanent hair dyes that don't require you to bleach your hair first, but those are some pretty dark colors. If you want to obtain a bright colorful hair, then bleached blonde hair is A MUST! (How do I even stress this enough?) Also these dyes can stain so be ready to do massive clean-up if you're not too careful. I personally like darker shades of colors because I can always mix it with a conditioner to make it lighter and it's more cost-effective that way. The conditioners and treatment oils keep your hair healthy. Also I refrain from shampooing my hair so the colors last longer. I only shampoo my hair when I really have to, i.e. when it's really dirty or when it stinks! Otherwise, just use conditioner every day and you're okay. It will be oily and heavy at first but your hair will understand and will adjust in time so it won't produce much oil to weigh down your crowning glory.


IS YOUR HAIR DEAD? HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF IT?

Bleached hair equals dead hair basically. But there are ways to revive it and even though it involves a lot of products, you don't have to sell an arm and a leg to keep your hair alive. It boils down to choosing the right hair products and finding the ones that work for your hair. Different folks, different strokes. In most cases, you'll only need a wee bit of hair product. You can find a list of products I use to maintain bleached hair and how to keep a healthy and shiny mane by clicking HERE.


WHAT IF YOU MESS IT UP?

The good news is you can just color it black or brown and forget it. But with perseverance, you can do... anything. It's just hair. It will grow, but if it doesn't then you're screwed. LOL. I'm just kidding! Of course, you can always run to the nearest hair salon to get it fixed or you can wear a hat. But what can possibly go wrong with trying to do a mermaid hair or a colorful ombré? If you follow instructions carefully, read blogs and reviews, then prepare yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally, you're gonna be okay. Di gani, pwede raka mo hilak ug colored! Hehe. Seriously though, don't think too much of it. Don't stress. Just have fun! Don't worry about your hair... for now. I mean, sooner or later we'll grow old and we'll lose our hair. That's for sure. So when will you play with it? When it's gone? Are you afraid of losing hair and getting bald? There are safe and natural solutions like a hair restoration surgery. Maxim Hair Restoration is a hair transplant clinic in the Philippines that provides proven and effective hair transplant surgeries. Check out their website at www.maximhairrestoration.com for more details.


HOW MUCH DO YOU SPEND FOR YOUR HAIR? WHERE TO BUY HAIR PRODUCTS?

Honestly, I don't know. I never counted and even if I did, I'd imagine I have saved a ton considering I do everything at our house and you know I always look for creative ways to save on products. All my hair experiments take place at home so I don't have to pay any professional fees. I buy hair products when they are on sale, some are gifts, and others are freebies. A lot of my hair products can be bought at department stores, drugstores, and online shops. It's just a matter of looking for ones with the best deals. Can you imagine if we had coupons here in the Philippines?!?


WHAT'S YOUR TAKE ON HAIR CHALKS/SPRAYS AND FOOD COLORING OR CREPE PAPER (yes, FYI, you can use that for hair coloring too!)?

If it works for you, then why not, chocnut? In fact, I have used them before and it works for both dark and blonde hair. But the guarantee is pretty slim and if you're not mentally-prepared, you could be in for a disappointment. It is also VERY temporary, meaning it's gone in a day or two. You'll have to keep reapplying and I don't have the luxury of time to do that. Also you can take note that my home-made purple shampoo/DIY hair toner is actually made with food coloring and you can check that out HERE.


WHAT ABOUT ATTENTION? PEOPLE *WILL* LOOK AT YOU!

I'm an only child so there's nothing new with getting all the attention. Plus, my hair deserves it! Many people don't know what it takes to get it to look this way! When I see someone with colored hair, I don't stare. That's just rude. I would compliment that person and give my biggest and most genuine smile because I know the story... so, R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Also, my husband says I'm the most oblivious person in the world with absolutely no peripheral vision, so there. Most of the time, it's not that I don't care, but it's just that I don't see people looking at me. If you don't like the attention, sorry folks, but if you live here in the Philippines, you better get used to it! :)


WHAT DOES COLORED HAIR SAY ABOUT YOU?

If employment is what concerns you most then you'll have to take that up with management or your company's policies. Since I work at home, I just couldn't care less about the criticisms I get for being different. I mean, come on. Aren't people being judgmental idiots for thinking that just because your hair is different, you're automatically like a rebel or a bad person or something? It's friggin' 2015. Deviating from the norms is, well, normal. My hair does not define me as a person or affect my attitude in any way. It simply means I like colored hair because I'm bored of black and brown. End of story.


So go ahead! Spring is in the air and summer will be here in no time. This means that for students, now's a great time to do some hair experiments with reckless abandon! If you're someone who's been told to get a life, well, here's your solution! If you're bored beyond belief with the usual hair color offerings, now you have endless choices to make! But if you're simply looking for some change, then your hair is sitting right there on top of your head. Join me! A whole new world of colors awaits!

Press PLAY ▶️ for mermaid hair. I think the pink parts hardly show at all because I put too much purple. 😁 Still lovin' it though... 💙💜💗#bastaigatsikat #hair #instahair #manicpanic #AtomicTurquoise #CottonCandy #PurpleHaze #rainbowhead #hairstyle #unicornhair #colorful #mermaidhair #BeautyBloggersPh #beauty #instabeauty #instahair #bblogger #beautyblogger

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Good luck, guys! Please do tag me when you've finally taken the colorful plunge! Follow me on Instagram: @bastaigat_sikat or use my hashtag (#bastaigatsikat) so I can find you wherever you are on social media. So excited to see all your creations!

#BDJBOX

My 2015 started with the biggest beauty kick off with my January-February BDJ BOX containing my favorite full-sized Japanese products worth PHP 2,764 plus the vouchers. The beauty box is worth basically 4 x the cost of the monthly subscription which is only PHP 580! Whoa! I feel so lucky and loved!

I'm pretty sure you're familiar with these products already as I have featured them before in my blog but I'm doing the BDJ BOX 7-Day Challenge so here goes nothing.

DAY 1


I've used Pixy powder foundations in April of last year but this time I got two different shades. Since they didn't necessarily match my current skintone, I found a use for them by using them to contour and highlight my face. The Two-Way Cake Fit in Tropical Beige (PHP 275) is dark for contour and the Coverlast (PHP 325) in Natural is for highlight. The two way cake  is a great long lasting face base that can be used wet or dry depending on the look you're aiming for and the Coverlast is super awesome at covering blemishes + controlling oil plus giving you a smooth, even, and natural look! Pixy is a favorite brand of mine that you can buy locally at selected Watsons stores and it is very affordable, too!

DAY 2


Don't be a bed head! Wake up with super sleek, frizz-free, & more manageable hair with Lucido-L leave-on overnight treatment oil (PHP 295). For straighter hair that allows fingers to run through easily from roots to ends! Also it smells fruity and wonderful! I also use the Lucido-L hair supplements, the Curling Milk and the Styling Milk for Straight hair (PHP 295), depending on what I'm doing with my hair. For me they are great setting lotions that nourishes your hair at the same time.

DAY 3



Pixy blush (PHP 345) in Carnation Bloom for a sweet innocent look that's perfect for any date. Ahem! And you know, not just for Valentines Day because it's just the right peachy pink color for an everyday natural cute flush. It's got the right amount of pigmentation to ensure that and I never end up looking like a clown.

DAY 4



Pixy Eye Shadow (PHP 315) in Sorrel Brown is all you need for a casual daily look. I've been using this all week and I'm loving it to bits! It makes your eye pop without really trying. You don't even have to be a pro at applying it because it glides easily and one swatch of color gives enough pigmentation.


You can take the the light shimmery peach color and lightly dust all over the lid and/or on the crease like I did, then take the dark taupe-brown and use it as eyeliner alternative. You can use this to further define your crease, too, as in transitioning from day to night. Easy-peasy! Can you guess what shade of lipstick I'm wearing in the photo above? This is also from Pixy!
DAY 5



Using the same Sorrel Brown eye shadow palette from Pixy with this Day to Night makeup transition with one shimmery peachy shade and one taupe-brown shade. From neutral to smokey eyes. Again, it is very easy to apply and won't take up space in your makeup kit. The eyeshadows last a decent 4-5 hours without primer. It's buildable, too!

DAY 6
I've been using the Bifesta makeup remover (PHP 419) since 2013 and I find absolutely nothing wrong with it so I continue using this to remove stubborn waterproof makeup. It's also water-based so you can use it when you're too lazy to wash your face before hitting the sack. And what's more? It's also a toner!  It comes in 4 variants. When I was breaking out, I used the Sebum one to help control the oil on my face. If you haven't tried the Bifesta makeup remover, grab one now!

DAY 7

Sunkiller Perfect Strong A with SPF 50 (PHP 495) is the most ultra-light sunblock I've ever tried! Honest! It even dries up matte just like powder and is a great face primer methinks. It claims to be resistant to sweat and water, which I have to test soon when I'm off to bask in the sun this coming summer season. It also contains a menthol blend for a cooling sensation. OMG! Can there be a more perfect sunblock than this??? No more sticky icky feeling during the hot and humid season! I give this my two thumbs up!!! You definitely need to try this!

CONCLUSION:
The best thing about these Japanese products is that they are friendly to the Filipina skin and even the shades match and complement our skintone. This is basically the reason why I'm partial to Asian products over imported ones from the US. Our climate/weather is also something to consider when purchasing makeup. Because we live in the tropics with heavy torrential rains, I highly recommend beauty products that are waterproof and sweatproof.

Press PLAY ▶️ for my completed @bdjbox 7-day Challenge for January-February. Japanese products are great for Filipina skin! Don't believe me? Check out my blog at www.bastaigatsikat.com to know more about these Kawaii must-haves! 👍 #bastaigatsikat #makeup #instamakeup #beauty #bdjbox #bdjbuzz #bdjbox7day #bdjboxjanfeb #instabeauty #bblogger #beautyblogger #fotd #motd #muotd #eotd #lotd #pixy #Bifesta #lucidoL #sunkiller @bifestaph @pixyphilippines @lucidolph @bdjbuzz

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There you go, folks! All these products I used in my #BDJBOX7Day Challenge are going to be mainstays in my beauty station and I see myself buying these Kawaii must-haves for a very loooong time.