Beauty
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Review: Smashbox Studio Pro Brush Set
You remember how I went on and on about Smashbox’s offers at the recently concluded Nordstrom Anniversary sale right? Well, finally, all the stuff I ordered has arrived. They were pretty late because of Manila’s growing port problems but who cares, I got my stuff! One thing that I noticed while waiting for my Nordstrom… Continue reading
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Breaking News: Found a Local Zoeva Retailer
I thought I had no chance of getting these bad boys because Zoeva isn’t available in the US and this particular set is perpetually sold out at Luxola, but I was wrong. After much stalking and hunting, I totally found a retailer who sells these (pre-order) lovelies. The catch? I have to wait five to… Continue reading
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Urban Decay Vice 3
I heard the new Urban Decay Vice 3 was inspired by Miami Vice 🙂 I’m not feeling the color selection though. I still have the Vice 2 and I barely made a dent on any of the shades. Seriously, these things are so freakin’ pigmented. I think the Vice palettes are one of those super… Continue reading
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Almost All Natural Beauty Products?
Just peeking in before Monday blues set it 😀 Until recently, I wasn’t the kind who’d actively look for all natural beauty products, especially if it’s a skin care product. I mean, I like natchie things in general but I’m not the one to experiment when it comes to the stuff I put on my… Continue reading
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Review: Bifesta Makeup Remover
Since Bioderma is not available in PH (though it will be in a couple of days, I heard), there’s only a handful of micellar makeup removers available locally. One such product is the Bifesta Makeup Remover. It’s a Japanese drugstore brand that specializes in waterbased makeup removers. I am on my third bottle and so… Continue reading
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Review: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Complete UV Moisture SPF 50
I love a good sunblock and for me, Neutrogena’s Ultra Sheer Dry Touch is a go-to especially when I am on the beach. But I find that the name “Ultra Sheer” is a bit misleading because this kind of sunblock is pretty thick so it’s not ideal to use under makeup especially when you live… Continue reading
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Review: theBalm Mary Lou-Manizer
I really didn’t think much about highlighter because I want my face 90s matte. I dunno, I like how models from magazines looked with their dewy skin but in real life, I don’t want to look all slick and glowy. I felt that shiny looking skin doesn’t suit me at all. My sister introduced me to… Continue reading
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Review: Braun SE7681 Silk-épil 7
When I was younger, I used to envy my sister and cousins because instead of dark, coarse hairs growing on their legs like mine, they have light, almost-invisible fuzz that made their legs look hairless. During my early 20s, I used to shave my legs, then I started using hair removing creams like Veet. I… Continue reading
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Review: Earth Therapeutics Headband
When I visited the city a couple of weeks ago, I bought along several knick-knacks that aren’t really beauty related. One of the stuff I got is a couple of headbands by Earth Therapeutics. I LOVE Earth Therapeutics’ fancy little spa things, like their silk sleep mask, which I take with me every time I… Continue reading
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Commercial Break: Beauty Blogger of The Month Award
Yes, so we’re taking a break from beauty blogging and will focus on something a bit related but not really. I’ve been nominated for the Beauty Blogger of the Month by London beauty blogger, Jay of JustJayBeauty 🙂 thank you what an honor. It’s nice that I get to meet loads of beautiful ladies who… Continue reading
About Me
Hello, and welcome to my new website. I’m Tina, please feel free to look around. I’m a writer and editor with over 10 years of experience. Apart from writing, I’m into collecting bags, books and skincare/makeup products. Hobbies include gardening, writing (of course!), and playing with my sons. Check out my credentials here.
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