My Dashing Diva Birthday Sparty
The older I get, the more I realize how important it is to have deep friendships that can stand the test of time. It's not about knowing a lot of people who can help you out when you ask, it's about a...
View ArticleWhat's inside the Eye of Horus Glamourbox
I'm in one of those in-between periods when I'm just testing out new products and have no solid opinion on anything yet. At this point it's difficult for me to truly run out of content for Project...
View ArticleCute and creamy: Etude House Dear My Wish Lips Talk
If I had to choose between having an amazing formula or an ultra-flattering shade of lipstick, I would go for having the perfect color any day. It's more difficult to find since even just small...
View ArticleThis is sorcery! The Benefit Roller Lash Mascara
A few weeks ago Benefit Cosmetics sent a mystery tube of mascara to the press. Silly me didn't try it then, but my friends were whispering about how good it is at curling lashes without using an iron...
View ArticleGet invites to the Project Vanity 7th Anniversary Event
When I started Project Vanity seven years ago, I didn’t know that my life’s work so far would revolve around it. I didn't know it would inspire women to realize in their own beauty and be more...
View ArticleThat thing called happiness
Yesterday I finally watched That Thing Called Tadhana. It's apparently the #hugot film of the year - boy leaves girl after eight years together, girl brings her broken heart to Baguio and Sagada to...
View ArticleFirst look + giveaway: The Happy Skin Insta Beauty Blur Cream
This just literally arrived in my doorstep and I thought it's something you might want to know about right away! Hence the super quick post, lol. Happy Skin, our favorite homegrown beauty brand, is...
View ArticleLove: Eye of Horus Brow Define
When I was younger I would manage to read ten books within two weeks. I would gather them up from my favorite discount bookstore and just have at 'em! I'd read science fiction, fantasy, romance,...
View ArticleSeven tips to keep your face on during the summer
Can you feel the heat and humidity dialing up every day? One of the most annoying beauty problems I have right now actually is keeping my makeup on in spite of the looming summer! I'm currently...
View ArticleCheap but awesome: Nekkid Pure Eau De Parfum and Whipped Body Shea Butter
Fine I'm going to say it: I'm a scent snob. It's funny because I didn't even start wearing perfumes until I was 20 or 21. Now my nose is used to good fragrances and how they can complete your look in...
View ArticleFor the dry, dull, and flaky: Lancome La Base Pro Hydra Glow
This is me again falling for anything with "glow", "illuminating", "brightening", and/or "radiance" on the packaging. I would really rather have blemished skin than dull skin, if I had to choose....
View ArticleReader question: Are facial wipes enough to cleanse our face?
Hi Liz! I just took on a new job but the last few weeks have been very tiring for me. Sometimes I forget to wash my face before going to sleep. I think I have a lot of new pimples because of this! I've...
View ArticleLove: Clinique Nutcracker Act 1 Compact
Independence - living on your own, in your own place - is one of the best things money can buy. No one can bother you unless you want to be bothered. You can go in and out whenever you want, eat...
View ArticleAnnouncement of attendees for the #ProjectVanity7th
Hi all! After reviewing the 112 comments I got for the Project Vanity 7th Anniversary Event, I now have a short list of the 50 attendees. Congratulations girls! I promise you a great time and your loot...
View Article5 MOMOL-friendly lip colors
So you're dolling up for a raunchy night out and need something that can survive some heavy kissing (or more *wink*). Let's not be shy at this point - we're all adults here! So, which lip colors can...
View ArticleNew in shelves: Pond's White Beauty Pearl Cleansing Gel
You guys know the basic three-step skincare routine - cleanse, tone, and moisturize - because of magazines and beauty blogs such as mine. But I bet that when you were in high school and college you...
View ArticleSix new Shampoo Bars from Lush
I recently re-activated my Tinder account to check out what's going on in the local dating scene. Answer: not much. There are only a few interesting people worth meeting, and the rest are like salads...
View ArticleA flash of hot pink
I want my things to look used and banged up. I'm not that concerned with preserving them, in fact, the more wrinkled and scratched my stuff are, the more beautiful they look to me. It means that I...
View ArticleA more affordable dupe: Etude House Proof 10 Gelquid Eyeliner
I love high end products but I always have one eye out for affordable alternatives. One of my favorite liners is a gem from Make Up For Ever called the Aqua Liner, which is basically a liquid formula...
View ArticleThis lathers like a dream: Kracie Pure Savon Body Wash
Tomorrow is Project Vanity's 7th anniversary and I can barely blog today. So many details to finalize and coordinate. On top of that, I have a semi-impromptu house party tonight. Whoooo. Let's do this!...
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