A Clever Move to Keep Him

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Celebrities are expected to look good every moment they appear on television or live in their performances. One factor that heightens the beauty of a celebrity is the makeup. Regardless of the natural look of a celebrity, using makeup appropriately definitely changes how he/she registers in front of the camera. For example, good lighting and proper makeup can create the illusion of a perfect nose. A gloomy mood can be hidden behind the layers of makeup as well. Therefore, the services of a very competent makeup artist can result in stiff competition among celebrities.

A few weeks ago, Makeup Artist (MU) was in the middle of a tug-o-war between Artistic Actress (AA) and Bankable Performer (BP). AA and BP have shows on the same day but on different stations. Hence, MU could only give his services to one. When AA found out that BP wanted the services of MU, she immediately said that she should be prioritized because they are friends and are close. When MU was not yet based in the country, one of his dreams was to work with AA. The dream came true, and thus, their close relationship.

Then, BP made a counter offer and said she would double the price of the services of MU. Too bad, AA said she would triple the cost of his services. Apparently, AA refused to be outdone by BP. AA believes she is still a much bigger star than BP; after all, she has been in the business much longer. Guess who won? Obviously, loyalty, friendship, and the highest bid (?) prevailed. BP had to avail of the services of another makeup artist, who is as well-known in the industry.

Incidentally, other than their desire for the services of MU, AA and BP share a few things in common. Both of them started in the same network. AA was one of the prized talents of the network before she transferred, whereas BP remains loyal to the same station. Then, AA and BP have had controversial relationships with their mothers. By contrast, the mother of AA kept a high profile throughout her career, whereas the mother of BP remained in the sidelights for many years. Currently, in terms of love, AA found her match and contentment, whereas BP still has to find peace and forgiveness.

I look for these qualities and characteristics in people. Honesty is number one, respect, and absolutely the third would have to be loyalty. - Summer Altice

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Not Keen On Being Friends

 

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Celebrity host CH and popular make-up artist PM were once bff’s (best friends forever) and were really inseparables. For more than a decade, PM did all of CH’s personal and professional  make-up needs, accompanied CH everywhere she went, and treated each other like family, like sisters, with CH giving PM her all-out support both personally and professionally.

But in any relationships, some things can come up along the way that can unwittingly break even the strongest of relationships.

To people around them, CH and PM helped each other in many ways. PM did get to earn big from being CH’s personal make-up artist MUA, what with all of CH’s many projects that needed PM’s services almost on a 24/7 basis. Whether it was an agreement they both had, being “exclusive” to each other  was an arrangement that seemed to work very well for both of them. Or so PM thought.

Over the years, some things and attitudes will change. While CH was very convenient and comfortable with such arrangement, it wasn’t always the same for PM. PM allegedly felt that there were many missed opportunities as she glided along with CH’s day in and day out. She felt, she was too trapped in CH world that she longed for her own, too… to spread her wings. After all, she is a celebrity stylist whose services are sought after by the rich and famous.

PM got paid studio rate for every make-up service she did for CH. But when she started getting calls for weddings which paid a lot more - at least P25,000 for bridal make-up - that’s where trouble began. Whether being shy or not wanting to hurt CH’s feelings, PM resorted to some “white lies” to service others outside of CH. She didn’t ask CH’s permission everytime she moonlighted for other clients. This happened regularly. When told about it, CH expressed disappoinment, saying that she would have understood if she were told the truth.

One day, PM called in sick and told CH she  would not be able to come and do her make-up for an event. CH said okay.  In an event that night, CH met a veteran actress VA who was a close friend. CH complimented VA for her very nice make-up. CH was shocked when VA proudly replied, “ Oh yes, this was done by PM, no less!”

That proved to be the last straw. CH is now happy with GS, one good and  skillful MUA.

“A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow.” ~ William Shakespeare

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It Takes One to Know One

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Sometime ago, when Moving-on girl (MG) was scheduled to do a special number on this TV show, her makeup artist could not help but think of the odd way MG acted prior to her performance. MG locked herself in the bathroom before her makeup artist could fix her for the show. When makeup artist called for her, MG did not want to leave the bathroom and texted she wanted another makeup artist for that task. Of course, her makeup artist was persistent and managed to convince MG to step out of the bathroom.

Why did MG not want her makeup artist to fix her? It takes one to know one. MG was so afraid that her makeup artist, would be able to smell that she had taken something. True enough, makeup artist was able to detect that MG was not her usual self. Did she do that because she already realized the mess she got herself into? Did MG do that as a one-time experiment?

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Letter from a Reader: Business Closed = Lost Consigned Goods

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Dear Fashion PULIS,

From 2006 to 2007, I consigned several designer items with this certain make-up artist who was trained in abroad to sell at his store in Rockwell. Initially, he would pay for the goods sold but when his store closed down in 2008, I stopped receiving checks from him. I tried to get back the unsold goods but he was nowhere to be found.

I remember bumping into his business partner at the mall several times. His business partner by the way is a fashion designer who is one of the officers of a group for designers. One time, when this designer was hanging out with some friends, he had an alarmed look on his face when he saw me. He hurriedly stood up, walked away from the group and told me in one corner that is aware of the situation. He promised me that he will get in touch with me once he sort things out with the make-up artist but since then, I never heard from him again. The estimated value of the goods I consigned with them is around 500,000 PhP.

I have never changed my mobile number or my email address. I do not have a Facebook account but one time I asked a friend who has one to send this designer a message reminding him about their obligation. As expected, my friend did not receive any reply. I have tried to text and call the make-up artist many times but he keeps changing his number.

At this point, I do not really care anymore about getting paid or getting the goods back. I am just so enraged at the audacity of these people to publicize their "posh lifestyles" and "European education" in the magazines when in fact they could not even pay for their debts. I guess dishonesty is truly the new black.

Thanks very much for posting my story. More power to you!

Yours truly,

DA

Better Know Your Co-hosts!

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The members of the production team of this television show are aware that this actress is not the most pleasant person to work with. So when they heard that she was going to be one of the temporary hosts of the show, they did everything possible to make her feel welcome. They greeted her warmly when they saw her arriving at the set. She, on the other hand, gave everyone else a blank stare and marched straight to the dressing room.

When she entered the dressing room, she saw this make-up artist so she asked him, "Will you be doing my make-up?" The make-up artist politely replied, "No, I am one of the hosts." The actress rephrased her question and asked again, "Are you doing the make-up of the other hosts?" The make-up artist did not know if she heard his initial reply so he said, "No, I am a part of this show," and left the dressing room instead.

It is so obvious that this actress did not do her homework. She should know who her co-hosts are before she even joined the show. Unless she was just pretending not to know her co-hosts to annoy them, then that's a different story! Do you know who this actress is?

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Cut Dead

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Out of jealousy, this female make-up artist once used a kitchen knife to stab her partner. Luckily, the bleeding guy was able to run away from her and hide inside the bathroom. He called for help using his mobile phone and luckily the police came to the rescue. Although a police report was filed, the guy eventually opted not to pursue the case.

Do you know who this make-up artist is? I will give you a clue. She is the favorite make-up artist of this skinny looking actress.

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