Collection's Ultimate Fix

Hi lovely readers! I am back again for another review. Sorry for not posting last week I have been busy lately. I have just recently used makeup and this is one of the few foundations I've tried. So yeah, let me start my review then.

Ultimate Fix Compact Foundation in Honey Php 249

Here are Collection's description of their product:

• "Combines concealer, foundation and powder in one, making it even easier to achieve naturally beautiful skin"
• "Contains SPF15 to care and shield skin from harmful UV rays"
•  "Magically transforms from a lightweight solid to liquid foundation, and sets as a matte powder so your skin stays moisturised and looking shine-free for longer."

This is Collection's Ultimate Fix Compact Foundation in Honey. I want to start first with its packaging. It doesn't come in a box. Unlike other compact foundations like Maybelline, this one just has a plastic seal around it. Packaging doesn't really matter to me as long as the product isn't damaged. The compact itself is very sleek. It looks expensive to me even if it only costs Php 249. It isn't too small or too big, just enough to fit my medium sized makeup bag.

It comes with a sponge and a mirror.

The good thing about the compact is it comes with a mirror (which is big enough to see your face!). The sponge however, I am not a huge fan of it. I think it absorbs too much product that when I put the sponge on my face, only little product is left to apply.

It is creamy but finishes in powder form.

It doesn't really give much coverage which is okay for me even if I am suffering from acne. This looks natural on the skin but girls with acne like me, don't forget to use gel or oil free moisturizer so this will not look flaky on acne spots! And also, Honey looks a little dark but when I applied it on my face, it was a little white so I recommend that you pick a shade darker than your skin tone.

Not sure if you can see it. But here's the swatch!

I like that it is powder finish however, when you apply it on your face, it easily turns from cream to powder so you have to immediately blend it.

It conceals but just the small fading acne scars I have but the reddish ones, no effect. Still, I continue to use this one since I don't like wearing heavy makeup to school. I recommend this for people with good skin condition or those who doesn't need so much coverage.

Lasting Colour Lipstick in Pink Shock

This is the Lasting Colour Lipstick in Pink Shock. (P199)
Photo Source: Own Photo 

The Collection Work the Colour cosmetics is a UK based make up brand. It's one of the cheapest imported product available in the Philippines. In UK, the Collection is considered a drugstore makeup alongside Rimmel (not available here), Maybelline etc.


What I like about Collection is the variety of colors to choose from. Also, it is very cheap and affordable. This lipstick is really long lasting but it's not a matte lipstick. It is creamy but not shiny! I am not a fan of creamy lipsticks but when I tried it, I like it a lot. There are so many colors to choose from that you can get whichever suits you best. My lips are very sensitive when it comes to lipsticks so I was hesitant to try it first because some lipsticks give my lips a burning sensation. But this lipstick, despite the very cheap price, is good for my lips so i recommend it for girls who have sensitive lips as well. It is very pigmented too so it goes a long way! The packaging is very cute too.


The downside is the Collection is only available on selected stores. In Makati, they are available at The Ramp Crossings and The Landmark. It is also available in Robinsons Manila and SM MOA.

Lasting Colour Lipstick in Pink Shock (#2)
Photo Source: Own 

Essence's Get BIG! Lashes Vomlume Boost Waterproof Mascara.

Essence's Get BIG! Lashes Vomlume Boost Waterproof Mascara.
Php 189

I am a huge fan of mascaras but unfornunately for a student who doesn't earn anything at all, I have to save up money to buy things that I really want so even if I wanted a nice but expensive mascara, I can't get it. I have to find a substitute for it.

This Essence Mascara is perfect for thin or thick lashes because if you have thin lashes, this mascara gives it volume and makes it look thicker and longer. If you already have thick lashes, this is also good because it emphasizes them.

It is perfect for every occasion since it is waterproof. Whenever you feel sporty but wanted a little makeup on, this is the product to use since it doesn't smudge. Feel like crying? Let those tears fall without ruining your mascara!

The brush is perfect for adding volume to your lashes!

I think this is the cheapest waterproof mascara that I can find. And it is really waterproof so it lasts all day long . However, be very careful in washing the product away because it is really hard to remove. If you scratch too hard, some lashes may fall off. I recommend that you use makeup remover to wash it away.

Essence is a UK brand and is available at SM Makati.