Hello! I haven't been posting in a while because it was my birthday last August 17! I celebrated for 3 days with my family, classmates, and friends that's why I've been very busy!
There are a lot of things which i love about celebrating my birthday. First, you get a LOT of birthday greetings! Social networking has been very helpful that even my friends abroad was able to greet me. Thank you for those who greeted me!
Second, i get to see the people i love during my birthday! I ate dinner, partied, shopped with my family and a couple of my friends to celebrate and it was a lot of fun!
Got cheesecake from my groupmates!
Family Dinner @ Mooon Cafe
HRIM friends at IE Club's Rock in Focus
It was held at Dencio's Capitol Greenstreet
My pretty girlfriends!
Alvin, Rachel, and Bea gave me cupcakes <3
Hello carrot and red velvet cupcakes!
A Venetto Dinner with HS Barkada
CBTL!
A for EFFORT :))
Lastly, GIFTS! I love shopping and getting gifts for my birthday! Either it was given to me or i bought those stuff for my birthday, i love it! This year, i got random stuff as presents. I thought i would get a lot of make up but whenever i go to a make up store or counter, i feel like there's nothing i wanted to get! Maybe after a week or two?
Anyway, here my birthday haul video!
Won't forget this week! :) I am very happy! Happy Birthday to me!
Another purchase from ELF! I think i have to stay away from their stall in SM Department Store because every time i pass by, there is an 80% chance that i am going to get something. I got 3 lipsticks from my last trip to ELF and i am very happy with these. Each lipstick cost 129php which i think is very affordable for a product that has good quality.
L-R: Captivating, Flirtatious, Classy
The packaging is decent. Not so classy but not so cheap as well. I was only planning to purchase Captivating as planned but i fell in love with the other shades too. If you notice you get a lot of product in one lipstick. ELF lipsticks' pellet is actually longer than other lipsticks that I have tried.
L-R: Captivating, Flirtatious, Classy
Here are the swatches of the 3 shades that i purchased. Captivating has a nude-orange color, Flirtatious gives off a bubblegum pink color, and Classy is a deep pink shade.
L-R: Captivating, Flirtatious, Classy
Once i tried it on my lips i can't help but notice the creaminess of its texture. You don't even have to use lip balm before applying because it has great pigmentation. I love how the color came out on my lips. It's just what i am looking for. For the scent, i hate it when lipsticks have a soapy scent. It's not pleasing to the lips that's why i am very thankful ELF lipsticks have a fruity scent. It adds more fresh feeling while applying.
Captivating is more of a nude color after the first application. Try applying it to the lips twice or thrice then you get a more orange-y color on your lips.
Flirtatious is a very vibrant pink which i love. I am into candy pink or bubblegum pink colors right now that's why i didn't even think twice when i saw it.
Classy as the name says is a more 'classy' shade of pink. It gives a sophisticated look on the lips which all girls would love.
PROs:
Very affordable. 129php each
Lipstick pellet is longer than my other lipsticks
Creamy texture
Great pigmentation
Color is buildable
Wide range of shades and colors
Fruity scent
CONs:
Lasting power is not very long - but it stains on your lips even after a couple hours.
Overall, i still love it! I will definitely repurchase after i finish this lipstick. In fact, i am planning to collect all shades as possible. I'll try to get the red ones since i haven't tried those.
It's really hard for me to do a haul blog post with just pictures! that's why i prefer doing haul videos! I got some items from Bench recently for the Sihae in Manila promo. For a purchase of at least 1000php, you get a raffle ticket which gives you a chance to win a pass for the event on the 15th of August.
The results were released yesterday and i cannot express how happy i am when i saw my name on the list. I was shocked because i haven't won a raffle in a long time. Not even once i think.
The items that i got are mostly basics! It's the rainy season that's why i love wearing cardigans, jackets, and blazers most of the time. I cannot wear the same undershirt every time. I've always loved Bench shirts and i am glad i got more of those this time.
I also got a glittery scarf and i guess that is my favorite for the whole haul! I am planning to get more colors!
Anyone who shops at Bench too? What's your favorite product from their store?
It's still raining here in Manila and there is no better food to prepare than a bowl of hot noodles!
Spicy Ramyun is one of my favorite noodles. I like the Korean-style spiciness of the dish and i think it's because of the red pepper paste ingredient in the soup. Every time i eat Ramyun, i try different variations with the dish where i add more ingredients each time.
I'll be showing you my version of a Cheesy Ramyun.
For the ingredients, you will need:
1 pack / 120g Shin Ramyun Noodles
1 sheet nori
1 pc egg
1 slice processed cheese
3 cups water
Optional: Fish Cake (Odeng), Vegetables.
You may use any ramyun noodles you want. As for me, Shin Ramyun is a tried and tested product and it really suits my taste buds. I was surprised to see B2st as promoters for this one. *fangirls* ^_^
How to cook:
1. Boil 3 cups of hot water with the soup powder.
2. In the boiling soup, add noodles and wait until it's cooked. Make sure not to overcook so the noodles won't get soggy.
3. Once the noodles is cooked, add vegetables.
4. Turn off fire (optional) then crack the egg onto the pot.
5. Serve into a bowl then add sliced nori and cheese.
6. Enjoy :)
Not a lot of people are a fan of Ramyun with cheese. It's either you like it or you don't. If you have tried this one, tell me what you think about it :)
I've heard this statement a lot of times already that's why a year ago, i got curious about this BB cream and actually tried it for my self.
"Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream offers a novel skincare concept with BB Cream, which lightens skin tone by healing visible wrinkles and blemishes with excellent skin-cover ability, and prevents skin aging through effective whitening and anti-wrinkle properties"
- found in the packaging.
I've been using this for more than a year already and out of all the BB creams I have tried, this one works best for me. I am in No. 23 which is the Natural Beige shade and what i love about this product is that is neutralizes with your skin color. This serves as my make-up moisturizer, primer, and foundation for everyday when i go to school It saves me a lot of prep time because i use one product for all 3 purposes.
A little goes a long way. The amount shown on the picture is enough for the whole day that's why my 50ml bottle lasts for approximately 8 months to 1 year.
It has SPF42 and gives light to medium coverage. The product is very buildable in terms of coverage. You can mix it with a liquid foundation to achieve a full coverage.
Overall this is the perfect BB cream for me. I didn't have any breakouts while using it, the scent is decent, the lasting power is great! I don't include this one on my retouch routine at the middle of the day.
It is a little pricey if you get this on Missha retail stores because it's priced at 1600php. But if you go to Got It Shop on Facebook, you could purchase the same 50ml bottle at 833php! What a steal!
Lastly, yes! You actually read the title right, i am having a giveaway! This is in partnership with Got It Shop on Facebook! The prize is one 20ml Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream in Light Beige or Natural Beige. The winner gets to choose which shade he/she prefers.
This is a retro-ish make up inspired by a lot of videos that i've watched recently one of them being Teen Top's Music Video for Be Ma Girl. I love the colorful and happy vibe of retro theme. It gave me even the slightest joy despite the calamity that the Philippines has experienced. I am just so blissful right now that it's kind of done and the rain has left the country! Thank God.
Here are some pictures of the look:
I used a lot of colorful glitter shadows and a very striking color for the eyeliner. The lip color used was identical to one of the eye shadows. Overall, this is very colorful and fun! It definitely screams Dana.
How i did this make up? Check out the tutorial video,
Products Used:
Face
ELF Corrective Concealer (not shown in the video)
MAC Face and Body Foundation (NC30) (not shown in the video)
MAC 187 Stippling Brush (not shown in the video)
Maybelline Powder plus Foundation (Sand Beige)
Dollface Cosmetics 28pc Set (Powder Brush)
MAC Powder Blush in Frankly Scarlet
Dollface Cosmetics 28pc Set (Angled Blush Brush)
Dollface Cosmetics 28pc Set (Blush Brush)
Eyes
Etude House Eye Primer
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Milk)
Dollface Cosmetics Glitter Palette
Missha The Style Powder Eyes in GL01
Backstage Self Smoky Eye Collection (#1)
Tony Moly Backstage Gel Liner (#7)
Dollface Cosmetics 28pc Brush Set (Eyeshader Brushes)
Maybelline Volume Express Magnum (Waterproof)
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler
Lips
EOS Lip Balm (Passion Fruit) from Chic Cosmetics Manila
Beauty UK Lipstick (Light Pink) from Chic Cosmetics Manila
Since i just started blogging over a month ago, this will be my first Montly Favorites post. This will be done at the end of every month! i kind of doing this late for July because it's already August! HAHA! I will feature all my favorites and the items that i used the most for the past month.
Let's get started!
Skin Care (L-R)
Tony Moly Milk Hand Cream - i love the milk scent! it's not too sweet for my taste and the hand cream is very moisturizing
Tony Moly Clear Water Lip & Eye Remover - i prefer water-based make up removers over the oil-based ones :) except the Shu Uemura Skin Purifier
Missha Flower Bouquet Freesia Cleansing Foam - i love the scent <3
Nature Republic Neroli Sleeping Pack - i think out of all my sleeping packs this is the one i've used the most! i love the feeling of it on my face. not really a fan of the scent but the sales assistant said this is the closest thing to a whitening sleeping pack.
Scents (L-R)
Bath and Body Works Mango Mandarin Body Cream
Bench Daily Scent Cologne in Nine to Mine - i use this for school! the scent is very refreshing. this scent is more suited for the hot weather.
Herbench Silver Dust - i am a big fan of scents with glitter or shimmer! very good to use during night events! i've used this a lot of times this month
Victoria's Secret Shimmer Mist in Secret Charm - one of my favorite scents from VS and i got the one with shimmer this time.
Face (L-R)
Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream in #23
Etude House Shini Star Clear Pact in Beige
Ever Bilena Advance 3D Compact in Dark Baked Fusion
Maybelline Shine Free Powder Foundation in Sand Beige
Etude House Babydoll Puff - perfect for liquid foundation! gives a very smooth coverage.
Tony Moly Synthetic Brush - i use this in applying Tomatox! very helpful!
Marionnaud N32 Blush Brush - you can use this brush for both liquid and powder contour and blush
Dollface Cosmetics 28pc Brush Set - Powder Brush
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler
BOOK
The Food of Love by Anthony Capella
KPOP ALBUM
Rooftop Prince OST Part 1 - because i rewatched the drama weeks ago!
Show Me Your Love by DBSK & Super Junior - classic album is CLASSIC! my favorite for months already :)
KPOP SONG
Begin with Kiss - ZE:A
a very nice song! i love the melody, the lyrics, and of course, ZE:A's voices!
KPOP VIDEO
Beautiful Night - B2ST
It's not the music video but the practice video! This video converted me into a B2uty! :) I love Kikwang <3
MOVIE DVD
Fired Up - may not be the best cheerleading movie but i love it! love the cast!
Hairspray - my go-to movie if i want good vibes <3 plus it's Zac Efron! you could never go wrong! :)
That's it! My july is finally wrapped up! What are your July Favorites? Leave a comment below or if you have your own July Favorites please post the link below because i wanna see them! Until next month! Bye!
