When we hear (or read) the words “Black Friday,” many an image comes to mind, most of them terrifying. Long, round-the-corner lines and rabid shoppers stampeding inside stores are just a couple of them. Thank god for online shopping, am I right? No waiting hours and rabid customers to deal with—just sweet deals up for grabs during Calyxta’s Black Friday Sale. How sweet exactly? 10% off our absolute best-selling brands, actually! So, prep that clicker finger and let’s find out what you can score on the big day:
Pixi Glow Tonic To-Go (P1,090 – P980)
You can’t deny a product’s power when it’s practically got a cult following. Pixi’s famed Glow Tonic is now made portable in these pre-soaked pads, making them 110% travel-friendly. Using the same classic formula, it still tones, brightens, and gently exfoliates skin to reveal a smoother and healthier complexion.
Milani Prime Light Strobing + Pore Minimizing Face Primer (P600 – P510)
Gorgeous skin doesn’t come naturally to everyone, so unless you’re one of the blessed ones, you simply got to fake it. With a primer that acts like an Instagram filter in a tube, that won’t be a problem. It instantly blurs fine lines and pores, making skin look brighter and smoother. Of course, it extends makeup wear as well, so you can confidently take selfies all day long.
L’Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte 24 Hour Foundation (P499 – P399)
It’s a tough battle for us Filipinas. We want a flawless-looking complexion, but most high coverage foundations are thick and heavy. One of L’Oreal’s newest foundations is a stand out though. Not only is it high coverage but also lightweight, it sets into a semi-matte finish without leaving your complexion flat and dull. Is this a foundation perfect for us Filipinas? I think so.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++ (P690 – P625)
There’s no getting around it. No matter where you are on the globe, sunscreen is an absolute daily essential, especially in hot and tropical climates like ours. COSRX will make you more than happy to apply this skin saver though, since it hydrates skin while protecting it at the same time with its generous SPF level. UVA and UVB rays don’t stand a chance!
The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG (P660 – P600)
Caffeine may be the only way to get you up in the morning, but that ‘perky‘ ingredient may also be the best way to banish your dark under-eye circles and eye bags. As a proven and popular antioxidant (caffeine, that is!), this concentrated concoction will de-puff and brighten the entire eye area while also firming and tightening the delicate skin.
Maybelline Color Sensational Powder Mattes Lipstick (P299 – P199)
True to its name, this lipstick range caused quite the sensation once it hit shelves, both online and off. Why? It’s a whole new level of matte without that familiar and dreaded dry feeling. Whether you want a bolder color like “Mauve It Up” for a night out, or a low-key shade like “Touch of Nude” for everyday wear, it’ll sit lightly on your lips without drying them out.
Glossier Haloscope (P1,650 – P1,485)
As I always say, when it comes to highlighters, “Do the dew!” That’s exactly what this little number from Glossier does. With its crystal extract-infused edges (yup, you read that right) and vitamin-rich center, it nourishes skin when applied and also leaves behind a healthy, dewy finish. Just swipe on skin, blend with your fingertips, and shine.
Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Pact (P659 – P595)
While I’ve never been a fan of the totally matte complexion, sometimes the sebum situation on my face can get a bit extreme. Enter the cutest little powder compact from Innisfree. It legit absorbs excess oil on your face while simultaneously managing it. That’s all thanks to the Jeju minerals and mint in it. The result? Soft, petal-like skin for hours.
Written By:
Ari Yupangco
BEAUTY CONTRIBUTOR
Ari has been blogging since 2012 about all things beauty with a sprinkle of different topics here and there. She loves makeup just as much as she loves almost anything nerdy like video games and comic books, and is big on Japanese culture.