If there's one skin care product that I can't live without, it would be facial wash.  However, since I'm into skin whitening (ever since), I don't bother buying one.  I also use my body soap for my face.  I've been using Kojie San and it works for me.  Tried and tested.  Wanna see a before and after photo?  Nah, I don't want to share it.  HAHA!  Just kidding!  Remind me next time, okay?

Most likely, the product that you're using also targets your skin problem.  Dry skin?  Oily skin?  Sensitive skin?  Name it.  Today, I want to tell you about this cleanser from The Body Shop that I tried recently.  My Tita uses it, I think... not mine. :P



Tea tree oil is known for treating acne-prone skin.  It is also suitable for oily face.  Another plus point is that, it is more "organic".

This is from The Body Shop's Tea Tree collection.  They also have something for large pores, but this product line is a bit expensive.



I'm still wondering how it produces the foam.  :)



I have tried it several times and it really really cleanses well.  I found lesser dirt when applying toner after.  I just don't like the strong scent.  I think that's normal for tea tree oil.  After rinsing, your skin will become instantly smooth and  you won't feel any dryness.  No breakouts too! 

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What do you think?

your sweetest drug,

I know most of you will be out of town this weekend.  It's been a tradition of Filipino families to spend their summer vacation during the Lenten Season.  Well, I do wish you quality time and a safe trip.  Also, don't forget to have a quiet moment to reflect. :)

Here's another post that's buried in my drafts folder.  Sssshh.. I just had to tweak it a bit. *wink

Perhaps Puerto Galera is in your list of summer escapade destinations.  Let me share to you some photos.  These were taken during our team offsite last February.  (Woah, spell late post!)


White beach?  Check.  Crystal blue water?  Hmmmm..  Close enough. :P



We stayed at Sea Jewel, just 2  to 3 tumblings away from the shore.  :)  The room was good for 5 pax.  I think we paid 1000++ each for the accommodation with breakfast.  Quite expensive.



For dinner, check out this ihaw-ihaw place.  They serve unli-rice!  HAHA!  I liked their mango shake too! <3



After dinner, time to chill!



Be entertained by some comedy bars too.



I don't want to compare the place to Boracay.  Puerto Galera is beautiful too (in it's own way), but I can't think of a reason to go back.  Am I being a little biased here?  HOHO!  :)




Enjoy your trip and have a blessed vacation!  :) 

your sweetest drug,

We have all wished for a long lasting eye shadow and gladly, a makeup genie brought one.  Primers are there to help too, but sometimes, we can't really prevent the creasing.  Maybelline formulated these paint pots that promise 24 hour color.  Wow.

Let's take a look, shall we? :)


We got these from U.S., not yet available here in Manila.  We still have one piece left and it's on sale!!!  400 pesos only so, get it now!  Visit our shop here.  :)

I'll be sharing you two shades, purple and pomegranate. (I think they have 9)


Let's start with the packaging.  I like it. It's compact and makes you see the color instantly.  Thumbs up for that!

What you see is what you get, very true for these lovely paint pots.  The color is very pigmented. It has a soft texture and creamy consistency.


The colors are very gorgeous.  From the metallic like gold and bronze to the bold colors like emerald and teal.  I tried wearing the Pomegranate Punk last week.  Here are the photos.

Even if the color is vibrant and bold, it is still buildable.  You can also put on powder eye shadow to intensify the look even more.

One drawback would be the blending part.  Although the product can be transferred easily, it so difficult to blend and even it out.  So sad.  Most likely, you will end up with a very messy application.  Using your finger to put it on can help, but still, you would need some time to smoothen the color.  You must use light strokes.  Maybe patting it on with a flat brush can make it a bit easier too.





Now, here's the photo after approximately 13 hours.  (Yuck, my eye bags would like to say hello again.)
True enough, it survived half a day!  It didn't crease and the color was still there.  Well, I don't have oily eyelids or anything like that, but still, it's amazing.  No wonder it got high ratings and positive reviews from other websites and blogs.

Here's the Painted Purple shade.  It's tempting me to create a makeup video.  *lightbulb


Summing it up!

Thumbs up:

• Bold and gorgeous colors
• High quality packaging
• Value for money (affordable enough considering the fact that it does it's job)
• Long lasting... TRUE! (13 hours?? That's amazing already!)
• Doesn't crease even without primer
• Buildable
• Perfect for night makeup and for occasions (all-day events)
• Not stubborn with makeup remover
• No scent

Boo:

• Difficult to blend (let's understand because it's a cream eye shadow)
• Very messy to apply
• Color Tattoo on your eyes... a must try!
• Get our last pot of Pomegranate Punk for only 400 pesos!

Color Tattoo on your eyes... a must try!

Get our last pot of Pomegranate Punk for only 400 pesos!


What do you think?

Kris' birthday was a regular work day for us.  So, the least we could do is to dine out and of course, the birthday boy's craving should be satisfied... not mine.  HAHA! :P  Time to try something new!

Last week, we had a tower-wide offsite at Caliraya, Laguna.  It was a fun day! I enjoyed the games, program, the pool and of course, our beer-slash-mixed drink pong!

We also went to Puerto Galera last month (with teammates only), but I wasn't able to do a blog post about it.  Sorry!  Is it too late?  HAHA! Okay, okay... I'll do it next week.  :)

Here are some photos and a video I edited.  My crazy teammates tried the mud slide that made as laugh like there's no tomorrow.   :P

• frogs at night (kokak)
• weirdo insects 
• food (breakfast was okay - the only meal we enjoyed)
• flush and hot shower (not working)