MUST HAVE: Etude House Essential Mask (Aloe)

After I got gifts from my cousin in Korea. I started buying this product from Etude House. Aloe Essential Mask Sheet. I made a video of me, using the product, see for yourself how your facial skin changes in 15-20 minutes. It's very hot in the Philippines right now, so we need to sooth our face regularly and this mask could help you with that. I also use it to moisturize my face before putting make up on.  

Price: Php 58.00

Steps: 

1. Wash your face with your facial foam and dry it. 
2. Apply toner on your face, generous amount is better. 
3. Tear the packet and take out the mask. 
4. Spread and match the pattern on your face. 
5. Use the excess liquid from the sachet in massaging your neck or pour it through the mask. 
6. Let it stay for 15-20 minutes. 
7. Remove the mask and massage your face to absorb the moisturizer. 

NOTE: This isn't an overnight mask, so don't let it stay over night. It will eventually dry in a couple of minutes so you have to follow the instruction at the back of the product to get the best results.  

What's in My Drawer? (All Make Up)

I never really got a chance to think about how many cosmetics I have collected for the past few years. But believe it or not, they're actually gifts from friends and loved ones abroad. My drawer looks messy in this picture, it's because I don't really organize it. I don't even use them regularly. Although, most of my friends know how seldom I put make-up on, they still continue to give and send me one on my birthday, Christmas or even on random events that I truly appreciate. 

I would like to share the list of my favorites in this drawer why.

1. Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream
    It covers the dark spots and blemishes perfectly, so I don't need concealer to help cover them, 

2. NARS Soft Touch Shadow (2WECA)
    I like how convenient it is to apply on my eyelids. 

3. Missha Aqua Lip Tint (Cherry Red) 
    I'm fond of lipsticks, especially red. Like dark deep red. But when I got this gift from my boss, I realize this is much lighter to wear and lasts longer. Plus, it looks more natural on the lips. No matter how many applications you did, it would still look natural. 

4. Acca Kappa Cleansing Milk
    I try my best to remove make-up before going to bed and it cleans my face perfectly. 

5. Shu Uemura Face Architect Mousse Foundation  
    I have a normal type of skin, I use in the evening parties or dinner so it would last much longer. Mousse foundations are not really convenient for tropical countries like the Philippines, because it won't last long.  

Lose 10 Pounds in 2 Weeks Without Exercise

           It's really easy to gain weight, why? Because it's fun to eat luscious foods. On the other hand, losing weight is one of the most difficult goal in life. Before I give you the tips, I'd like to share my story. Before I got pregnant, I used to weigh 130 lbs. I know that I was quite over weight, but it wasn't hard for me to lose weight. I had a cesarean delivery with my baby. After a few months, I shed a little weight. 173 was the lightest I got. In two years, I weighed 175, 178, 180 to 185 lbs, that's the time when I thought, I had to do something about it. All diet methods didn't work for me, pills, exercise, dancing, calorie count and etc... I just kept on gaining weight. As a home-based working mom, I sit for long hours and work day till night, so I can't find time to exercise. If we're on the same both, these tips might help you. If it worked for me, it will probably work for you as well.

1. DISCIPLINE AND MOTIVATION

Why would you like to lose weight? In my case, I have a lovely little boy and a very handsome husband. I don't want others to think that I'm just a nanny when we go out for a family day. I have to look better. I also want to see my child grow up, finish school and have his own family in the future. Motivation and discipline are the keys to achieve any goals. Find the things that would keep you working hard and focus on that.



2. CHANGES AND ALTERNATIVES

You have to be ready for the changes and accept them. What are the things that I've changed? coffee to tea rice to corn potato chips to real potatoes unlimited beer to 3 bottles fried foods to grilled and roasted Ice cream to yogurt White bread to Whole wheat They are just a portion of foods that I've changed. Changing your eating habits will change everything. You will loose weight rapidly. You won't need to give up any meals. All you got to do is to find a healthier alternative. For instance, I used to eat 2pcs fried chicken in fast foods with rice, but now, I looked for fast foods that serve roasted or grilled chicken and order 1 pc. One of my favorites is Kenny Rogers Roasters. They serve a well balanced meal. I eat the side dishes first then the chicken. I just give the rice to my friend.

3. EATING HABITS

I used to eat as when I got hungry. I eat like every 3 hours a day. Which is by the way, we must follow. However, I used to eat high calorie foods like burgers or street foods. Now, I make sure to eat only fruits in snack time 1-2 bananas are enough. Do not starve yourself. It would make you crave for more food. Do not deprive yourself. Eat the things you like but in small portions. Have a cheat day, but do not over eat. Cheat day doesn't mean that you can eat a lot. It only means that you may eat the foods you like without over eating them. Don't get too excited on cheat days.

4. WATER AND TEA

Water is necessary for diet. It would make you full faster so you could eat less. Make sure to drink at least 1-2 glasses of water before meal time. Tea has a lot of anti- oxidants and it helps burn calories, especially green tea. Make sure to drink this 3 times a day an hour or two every after meals.

5. MYTH

Eating a full breakfast. No, no, no! Food intake should depend on the person's lifestyle. There are many things to consider before eating full meals. First, does your job require a lot of physical work? Or do you just sit in the office for 8 hours? You have to measure the food base on your daily activities. I am a home-based working mom, and I don't use a lot of energy, so I don't eat more than 1300 calories a day. The average calories that a person should take is upto 2000 calories but it still depends on your daily habits. '

6. LAXATIVE

Laxatives help me a lot. The best laxative that I've tried so far is, "Biguerlai". Laxatives are convenient and beneficial if you use them properly. Do not take laxatives everyday, it would make your body depend on it and you may get constipation when you don't take it anymore. The proper way to use them is to take them once every other day before bed time. I set a schedule like Monday-Wednesday-Friday and Sunday. When dieting, you eat less than your normal meals, this will make your bowl movement slower and sometimes not going to the toilet to release the excess foods that our body should excrete. Laxative helps us in that area.

7. VEGGIES

Although many people don't like veggies, they like salad. If you're one of those people, pick at least 3-4 veggies that you're capable of eating and include them on your regular meals. Weather you like it or not, veggies are the healthiest foods on Earth.

8. BE POSITIVE

A stress free person is the healthiest. Think about happiness and the things that enjoy you much. Dieting should include happy and positive thoughts. 9. COOK Cook for yourself. Don't let your mom or grandma ruin your diet. Cooking your own food gives you an assurance how healthy your food is. You have the control over the oil, spices and other ingredients. You know exactly what's in your food. What I do, I prepare my meals for 2 days and just re-heat when I need them.

Review: HERB DAY 365 Cleansing Foam (The Face Shop)

My cousin visited South Korea and she brought home HERB DAY 365 Cleansing Foam from The Face Shop. It comes with different scents. My favorite is "Peach". After almost a month of usage, I saw the result and decided to write a positive review about this product. 

1. It cleanses my face thoroughly. 
2. I feel that my face was a bit stretched after using this product. 
3. My pores are smaller. 
4. I had a small wart due to pregnancy that had been on my face for a year, but when I use this product, it's gone.
5. My breakouts get minimal and my pimples are drying. 
6. My skin isn't oily for long hours regardless of summer. 

I use  HERB DAY 365 Cleansing Foam every morning and before bed time. I take suitable amount on my palm and massage on my face. I rinse my face thoroughly and let my face dry  naturally. I would also recommend this facial foam to everyone for I've proven myself how great this product is. The best facial wash I've ever used. 

If you have any reviews about this product, you may comment your review link anytime. 

Review: MISSHA M Signature Real Complete BB Cream

I received a present from my South Korean Student on April 25th 2013. When I opened the parcel, it's  MISSHA M Signature Real Complete BB Cream. In the Philippines, there are many Cosmetic Companies that are releasing BB Creams; however, I don't think they suit my skin type well. So, I decided to use MISSHA for 2 weeks and write a review about it. 


PRICE: $25.00 (store price in Korea)

My Skin Type: I have a normal type of skin, but my skin changes depending on the season, when it's summer, well it's oily. And on Rainy days, it's dry. 

My Skin Color: I'm not very dark, but not white as well. MISSHA M Signature Real Complete BB Cream has different shades for all skin colors, mine is No. 21 Light Pink Beige. 

After cleansing my face, I applied toner and moisturizer. After 15 minutes, I applied the BB Cream. I normally have breakouts and it's been my problem since 15 years old, that's why I'm very careful of using and choosing cosmetics or other skin products.

Positive 

• It looks natural after you apply it. 
• It covers the dark spots just like a concealer. 
• It's good for any types of skin. 
• I noticed my pimples getting dryer after using this product.
• It doesn't feel heavy; much lighter than a loose powder.
• Nice packaging
• It doesn't only covers your dark spots, but also protects my face from the sun.
• Non-itchy

Negative

•  If it's summer, you should apply twice if necessary, it enters your skin, so when you sweat, your face won't look fresh anymore. 
• The color changes after a few hours, depending on your skin type. I read others' reviews stating that when they put this BB Cream, after 7 hours, it's color change to grayish. (Luckily it doesn't happen to me.) 

If you have anymore questions regarding this product feel free to comment. 

Wait for my next Review about THE FACE SHOP Herb Day 365 Cleansing Foam