Love: Origins Clear Improvements Active Charcoal Mask
I've come a long way for someone who didn't like masking up just a year ago. I thought that it's a superfluous addition to a skincare routine, but when I finally found the right products, masking made...
View ArticleBeauty products we just finished up
There is a lot to be said about products that we use up. Sometimes we are so underwhelmed by its performance that we cannot wait to get rid of it. But most of the time, we use up products because we...
View ArticleGet glow + coverage: The Face Shop Phytogenic Infinite EX Foundation
It seems like Korean brands have been upping their foundation game. As a K-beauty addict, I used to feel frustrated about not being able to find a decent foundation from Korean brands but now there are...
View ArticleOn being CEO
I'm turning 28 on Sunday. I like how my life is right now. I'm incorporating Project Vanity, our first round of investments are in the bank, and the company has so many exciting activities lined up in...
View ArticleBreaking: Sephora is now available in the PH
Beauty junkies, heads up! Our long-awaited wish has finally come true! The popular cosmetics store has finally reached the Philippine online market. European multinational luxury goods conglomerate,...
View ArticleHow to find the perfect jacket for your body type
It may seem like a strange fashion pick for a tropical country, but jackets are a great way to spice up any outfit. They are versatile pieces, and a great cover-up for when you have to deal with the...
View ArticleThs is super easy! Our DIY green tea sugar scrub
I’ve been living alone for quite a while now. Well, sort of. My little sister and I stay in a connecting condo unit, which we maintain by ourselves. Living independently is an amazing experience, but...
View ArticleCommenter of the month gift for February
Ahoy! The Commenter of the Month is Zahra Zadeh. Congratulations! Thanks for all your kind words and feedback on products. <3 We've noticed you've been consistent for months now so we really...
View Article12 things to know if you want to achieve beautiful hair
I don’t have great hair, and I honestly don’t put much effort into trying to achieve that look either. I get haircuts twice a year, and have never had any treatment done (yes, not even a colouring...
View ArticleHow to apply matte liquid lipstick like an adult
I’ve accumulated a lot of matte liquid lipsticks over the past three months. This lipstick format presented a new set of challenges for me, and it took several tries before I got the hang of it. I...
View ArticleDrugstore awesomeness: The Nichido Tinted Brow Gel
I heard about the Nichido Tinted Brow Gel (P238) from this makeup forum I follow on Facebook. The color seemed interesting and packaging looks decent too, for the price! I grabbed it the next time I...
View ArticleThe beauty products Koreans are crazy about
Korean products are taking the world by storm! Both their makeup and skincare offerings have been making their way across the shores to places like the US and Europe because of their amazing quality...
View ArticleTen ways to save time on your morning routine
I don’t know about you guys, but I feel like I’m pretty much the poster child for rushing out of the house in a hurry. With the ridiculous traffic, who wouldn’t? When I know I have an early day ahead,...
View ArticleYou need to try the Maybelline Super BB Cream ASAP
Maybelline makes excellent liquid foundations, but their BB creams have not stood out to me in the past. That's why I didn't have any expectations from the new Maybelline Super BB Cream (P399). It...
View ArticleLook for these pimple-fighting ingredients in your skincare
If, like me, you failed to draw the winning ticket in the genetic lottery and have less than perfect skin, you have probably dealt with acne at least once in your life. (For the record, I always get it...
View ArticleHow to look better even without any makeup on
I love wearing makeup, but there are days when I’d rather skip it. I’m pretty low-maintenance, and going makeup-free also gives my skin a chance to breathe. This doesn't mean I'd dare leave the house...
View ArticleWhat went down at the Nivea Summer Kickoff in Bohol
Summer is right around the bend, so if you're stocking up on beach essentials, you must include some Nivea Sun products! The brand makes the best sunscreens IMHO, and that's not just because they send...
View ArticleThe Weekly Haul: Shiseido, Estee Lauder, and Sleek Makeup
In the almost eight years I've been writing about beauty products, I've realized that there are only a few face care brands that work for me consistently. I might change my routine, even the products...
View ArticleVideo Tutorial: Strobing 101
When I was very young, my dad had the strange habit of constantly pinching my nose. He said it was to make my nose "matangos" but fast forward to many years later, I still don't have that perfect nose...
View ArticleBeauty books every makeup junkie must have in the library
When YouTube tutorials and how-to blog posts are aplenty, one would think there’s no use for beauty books nowadays. But even with the constantly evolving beauty industry and the fast-paced innovation...
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