March - April (2019) Haul - A Bit of Shopping in Thailand

Hey guys!

Just two weeks ago, I was in Thailand for the first time. We went to Bangkok and Chiang Mai to visit some of their temples and other popular tourist destinations. I even celebrated Songkran for the first time! Wooot! Of course, I had to check out places like Chatuchak and Or Tor Kor Market and I couldn't help but buy some items to bring back home. So in the first part of this post, let me show you the stuff I bought during my trip in Thailand..

First are these Snake Brand Prickly Heat Cooling Powders. The first thing I noticed when I stepped on Thailand is he heat! I was in Bangkok and it's hotter than Manila! I never liked hot temperatures so I try to avoid going outside for a long time, specially during the summer and since I'll be doing some tourist-y things, I need something to help me feel fresh, even for just a small amount of time... you know, like a bit of refresher... Anyway, when I saw the powders, I was intrigued because I haven't tried anything like that before. It was affordable too so I bought some and added some more to give to some friends. 

It smells good, but it doesn't really give that instant cooling effect. It's more for prevention of heat rash but I did read about it being a good foot powder though I haven't tried that one yet. Anyway, I feel like I'll be using this a lot still since it is still the middle of summer in the Philippines.

December (2018) to January (2019) Haul

Hey dolls! 

I'm so proud to say that I successfully stopped myself from buying anything for the past month. I did some major shopping during December and January because of all the Christmas and end of season sales. I just couldn't help myself because I love getting good deals. And I really like everything I got. 

So let me share the items I bought. If you see anything you're curious about and want a review, comment them below!

First off are my Althea Korea purchases. Althea, hands down, gave us super great deals during the holidays and I ordered not just once, not twice, but three times!!! 

October-November (2018) Haul

Hey dolls!

How was your Christmas? Mine has been pleasant and I spent Christmas eve shopping and eating, which is pretty much a must during the holidays. Haha! Anyway, I'll share with you my Christmas haul sometime soon but for now, let me share with you the products I bought during the last two months. The sales were endless during the -ber months and online shopping sites took advantage of the festive season by creating soooo many massive discounts and I am one of the victims of shopping splurges. The last couple of months were stressful for me also so a good retail therapy happened and I felt better. Hahaha!

Even though I used a lot of money to buy these, I have no regrets and I'm happy with most of my buys and will make reviews (if I haven't posted them yet) and post them on the blog. So without further a do, here are the items I bought during October and November this year...

First off are my BeautyMNL purchases. They had many buy 1 take 1 products. Some of the items in the picture above were shared with officemates so that we don't have to pay separate shipping fees.

September (2019) Haul: Birthday Treats

Hey loves!

My birthday is in September so I usually treat myself with many beauty-related items because they make me happy. Although recently, I have been shopping a lot, but what's different now is most of the items that I got this month are free or given as gifts! Awesome right!? It's like the best birthday gift ever!!!

So without further a do, here are the new items I added in my stash last September...

First off, as an Althea Angel, I was given the privilege of shopping at their website using the rewards points amounting to 5k pesos that they gave me as a gift for my birthday. It was such a great and generous gift. I'm so thankful for this and it's really a great way to be acquainted with more kbeauty finds!

I didn't get the items in one go. I bought them in different dates because I was hoping that maybe they'll introduce new items within the month that I might want to try too. One of the packages I bought early in September, while the next order was done near the end of the said month.

July-August [MEGA] Haul (2018)

Hello loves!

It has been a hell of a stressful couple of months for me. And you know what that means... another reason for me to shop! Hahaha! I know I shouldn't but I just want to feel better because I've only had about an average of 3-4 hours of sleep during the weekdays and on weekends I had to do all the physically exhausting house chores like laundry and cleaning the garage and bathing the dogs. 

ANYWAY, I'm just too happy right now because I'm swimming with all these beautiful things and I've finally finished the thing I was doing that kept me awake in the evening. So I just pamper myself with all the goodness that I bought during the months of July and August. Yayyyy!

So without further a do, here are the items I bought recently starting with the awesomest package from Althea Korea:

June (2018) Haul

Hey loves!

After my trip to Sydney I told myself to try and save up some money because I have bills to pay. But guess what, I failed miserably. There's just so many things I wanted to try! Huhuhu... Even though I have another failure to add to my long list (lol), I really like the new items I got. The funny thing is that I only wanted to buy some items that would help me remove some calluses on my feet. I kept looking for that thing with the blade but I just ended up seeing other things that I like. Haha! Anyway, let me share what they are in this post... 

First on the list is this lipstick from Features and Shades...

Features and Shades Filipiñana Lipstick Collection in Maria Clara

PhP 299.00

Sydney Trip Haul

Hey dolls!

Almost a month ago, I went to Sydney to hang with my sister. I stayed there for two weeks and was able to see more of the city. I also visited a few places again that I was able to see when I was there back in 2016, like a couple of museums and stores. 

I super enjoyed hanging at dog parks with my sister's dog. I really appreciate how much Australians care for their pets. As a dog mom, I wished that that's the case at least in Manila. Most of the dogs were friendly and playful and the people were nice and thoughtful. 

Of course, a trip isn't complete without "a bit" of shopping! Here are the products that I was able to take back to Manila...

April-May (2018) Haul

Hello loves!

How's your summer so far? The heat index this afternoon was a crazy 41 degrees C! I know some friends who love the summer and love going to the beach, but not me. This heat is killing me!!! 

So what do I do to keep myself cool (and sane???)? I usually hang in my room with the air conditioner on and watch some series or just go to the mall and shop! And for today's post, I'll share with you what I have bought during the last two months.

First off is a haul from The Body Shop which is currently having a huge sale! Their items are discounted up to 50% off so go check out the nearest branch and enjoy these cruelty-free products. Here's what I bought:

I just couldn't help myself with these, but I think I got an amazing deal!

February-March (2018) Haul

Hey everyone! 

Just got back from my vacation at Japan a couple of days ago. I'm still on a high because that was a 9-day long trip and I was able to see so many beautiful sights and ate delicious food. I'll share with you some of the details on a future post along with the beauty items I bought. :)

For today, I want to at least post something on the blog. So here's a haul post about the new items I bought for the past two months (I know I keep saying I need to stop but I will give up now because I know myself and I'm pretty sure I'll keep on buying something for the next coming months. Haha!). So here they are...

First is this Althea Box. I took advantage of their clearance sale and I bought items with huge discounts! Yay! I'll post the original price but I was able to buy all items at half off.

Beauty Confidential: BDJ x Project Vanity Beauty Bootcamp Experience

Hi loves!

Last Sunday, I attended my first beauty event of the year and I had a blast!

I was invited by Liz of the Project Vanity Team as a media guest (like a #BeautyCorrespondent) to experience a day full of beauty workshops and awesome games and deals from partner brands at the Beauty Confidential Beauty Bootcamp. This event was hosted by Belle de Jour and they partnered with one of the leading beauty blogs in the country, Project Vanity, to help us "bring out the most beautiful" in us by gathering experts and enthusiasts to share beauty, skincare, and self-care tips and secrets. 

January (2018) Haul

Hey loves!

Sooo... I was honestly trying to save money for travels that I have lined up for 2018. Unfortunately, I miserably failed this first month of the year because I splurged on new things. Splurged. Haha! I blame the new year sales and the clearance/end of season sales that I bought more things than I initially planned. Ugh. BUT I do love everything I bought... it's just that I bought too much of the same thing/s. In short, most are excess. lol

Anyway, here are the items I bought:

December (2017) Haul — Yay for Christmas Shopping!

Hey everyone!

The holidays might be over but I'm still enjoying some of the things that I got from the events that happened last month. One of the things that definitely made me extra giddy last Christmas is the huge sales from different shop! Haha! I'm glad that we had extra money for spending so I was able to get some stuff for me to use. Let me share what items I was able to get so you know what to  expect on my future blog product reviews...

Marks and Spencer Shea Butter Cream Bath - PhP 350.00

Marks and Spencer Floral Collection Silky Talcum Powder in Rose - PhP 295.00

The prices I posted are their regular prices but I got these at 20% off. They had a promo which lasted for only three days on all regular priced items. The sale happened from December 25-27, 2017.

October-November Haul (2017)

Hello dolls!

It's the Christmas season also known as another big shopping season. Haha! The traffic lately has been heck (doggo language much?)! So I'm sure that many will settle with online shopping. Why not? When all these amazing online shops are giving huge discounts on their items!

But for me, Christmas came quite early. I already bought SO MANY stuff during the past couple of season. Haha! On today's post, I'll show you what I bought and what's to come on future reviews. :)

Last November, the SephoraPH mobile app had this promo wherein when you buy some selected products amounting to 11k, you get 40% off. Okay... so it's pretty much too expensive for my budget, but 60% off is a big steal and I really like the products I got! ! I only paid PhP 4,640.00 for all the items seen on the photo above. Their regular prices sum up to PhP 11,600.00. 

See them below. I also included the regular price at SephoraPh.

August-September Haul (2017)

Hello loves!

It's my birth month and this is my excuse for me to do some MAJOR shopping spree! Weeeeeeeee!!! I've actually saved up for me to afford all these and I'm just happy with every single one of these purchases, and I'm very happy to share them with you by writing reviews and providing the prices and where I was able to get them.

So here they are...

First and foremost, the one that many beauty enthusiasts are watching out for...

...the Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation.

It's by the one and only Rihanna. I'm not a major fan of the popstar but I do listen to a few of her songs, but after watching reviews of her products, I just might become one! A fan of her beauty line—Fenty Beauty! Wooot! Got this full-size foundation at Sephora Philippines for PhP 1,950.00 and got three deluxe sample sizes! Review will be posted SOON!

Also, I bought a Zoeva En Taupe Palette for PhP 1,106.00. I've been lusting for that palette since the day I saw it while browsing the Sephora website. I thought it was affordable and I love the highlighters I have from the brand so I just really wanna try it. My neutral palette is more on the warm side and I love wearing taupe and pinkish nude colors so I think this palette is a nice addition to my stash.

And I also got the Zoeva Cat Eye Pen for PhP 386.00! I like how black it is.

Last month I went to The Great Luxury Sale and was able to bring home some hugely discounted products. I lost the receipt  so I can't provide the prices of all the products, but I got these babies for more than 50% off...

Make Up For Ever Artistic Essentials

This set has products that I will surely use. What I like is that they are deluxe samples so if I do like any of them, I can buy the full-size.

Sleek Strobing Souffle in Smokey Quarts

Got this for PhP 200.00 only.

I love the color and the chunky glitter!

Philosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar Gel Cream

Got this for only PhP 800.00.

Since I have oily skin, an oil-free moisturizer simply feels better for me.

Aveda Radiance Fluid

Got it for PhP 650.00 only. Yay serums! It claims to "boost skin's natural ability to shed skin-dulling cells."

Chloe Eau de Parfum in Love Story and Elizabeth Arden  Eau de Parfum in Untold

I can't remember the price of each but I think the total of both is PhP 3,500.00.

I also bought some brushes because some of my brushes need to retire already. I decided to go with synthetic ones this time.

7-Piece Unicorn Makeup Brush Set (Pink Gold)

Bought this for PhP 800.00 at BeautyMNL

If I have unicorn ones, I also have a mermaid one! Yay! And they're both Rose Gold!

Neutrogena Deep Clean Daily Scrub and Facial Cleanser

PhP 305.25 and PhP 269.75

I like that these skincare products both have salicylic acid.

Bobbie Nail Polish Remover - PhP 68.00

I really like this Nail Polish Remover. It smells okay and gets the job done quickly.

Kitty-Shaped Essential Oil Diffuser

I bought it for around PhP 600.00. We already have two at home but I still bought it. I just like that it's a cat! Haha!

Faber Castell 4 PITT Artist Pens in Sanguine and Sepia

These are 408.75 each.

I need to do some art soon. I feel like I'm getting rusty!

Below are the things I bought from DAISO. These are mostly PhP 88.00 except for the face brush and the cotton pad case, which are both PhP 188.00.

Baking is something that I'm happy doing lately and that's why I bought these. I plan to make a small cake!

A face brush and the cotton pad case

Tea light candles can be a bit pricey. These are only at Php 88.00. They are thinner compared to those bought at the department stores but they last long enough to make my room smell great.

THREADS! Haha! I have a project in mind. Hopefully I can share it to you once it's done!

And those are the things I bought recently. What among them are you excited about so I can write a review? Comment them below.

Cheers,DAWN

Pre-departure Haul: 1st Shopping Trip

Hello Bellas!

 

I've recently been accepted in a university abroad to study a masters degree and it has been such a busy, frustrating, exciting, and nerve-wracking endeavor. With just a few weeks 'till my departure - hoping that everything else goes well - I've started putting together the stuffs I need to bring.

 

So here is my initial haul:

 

HAPPY SKIN

 

I heard make-up products are quite expensive states-side, so I decided to stuck up on the color correction/concealer I've been using a lot lately: Happy Skin's EYE NEED A MIRACLE.

 

 

Dawn introduced me to this correction tube and it's been my trusty friend ever since.

 

 

I haven't really tried the concealer since the correction tube has served me so well. But since I am not sure of how my skin will transform once I'm there, better be ready.

 

Dawn and I are happy to promote any locally made product we discover that are of a competitive quality. These are just a few of those that we believe are really good. Read our reviews of the correction and concealer if you haven't yet. I hope I get to promote this well to any friend I make there.

 

 

ZARA

 

Zara's July sale is almost ending and I was so happy that I acquired this pretty find in my size! Though it is more appropriate to buy winter clothes there, my choices will be a little limited due to budgetary constrictions, plus Zara has some of the best designs when it comes to coats and jackets.

 

 

 

Here is the coat we found. The textile design is embroidered - not sure how to say burda appropriately in English as I don't think knitted is appropriate as well. GD (G-Dragon - Bigbang) was the reason why we noticed this piece.

 

Photo taken from Google with site link: https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/b8/2d/40/b82d40e39d9189a2746fffbc80916cc4--chanel-chanel-chanel-.jpg

 

Something about the color and texture just reminded us of this look from one of GD's Chanel show attendance. And it fitted quite well too. So yey!

 

The coat originally cost Php 4,595 and I got it for Php 1,795. What a great deal! Be sure to take advantage of the remaining weeks of Zara's July sale too! 

 

JUST G

 

Just G has some of the cutest clothes. However, I kind of feel like their sizing are only appropriate for teenagers or really petite women. Which is great, but if you're a regular petite woman, or a tall girl, or of average height; Just G's sizes might not fit you well (unless you're ok with mid-riffed/hanging shirts).

 

 

Anyway, I was on the hunt for long sleeved shirts and this weird and cute piece caught my eye. I was so taken by it that even though it was a bit of a hanging shirt, I bought it. My compromise to make it school appropriate? High waist pants/skirts/shorts!

 

It costs Php 799. Some might argue that it's a bit pricey for such a simple piece, but I kind of felt it was ok since the fabric was thicker than all the other long sleeved shirts we took a look at of the same price range.

 

Anyway, that's all for my mini haul. Hope this was informative. If you ever know any good stores with a great sale that I can visit to look for long sleeved shirts at, do let me know in the comments. :)

 

Cheers,

LIZ

May-June (2017) Haul

Hey dolls!

I've been having troubles deciding on my next steps in life. Haha! I am still nowhere near completing my thesis for grad school and I dunno if I should start a business or find a higher paying job. LOL 

One thing is certain, I still like buying beautiful things. And that is why I need to decide ASAP! #PressureMuch

Anyway, here are the latest products I added to my beauty and also art and home supplies:

First off, my package from Althea last month:

Healthy Vinegar Skin Toner in Wine - PhP 480.00

It's in wine!!! Haha! Well, I have read that apple cider vinegar is good for the skin so even though this is not exactly the same thing, might as well give it a try. Haha! 

Nightingale Eraser Toner Daily Derma Astringent in Fresh Peach - PhP 770.00

I actually just browsed Althea in search of a new toner so that I can just join in with my officemates in their order so that we don't have to pay individual shipping fees. I ended up buying two toners and other things. LOL

4D Pore and Balance Solution Foam Cleanser - PhP 240.00

It's My Cushion Case in Pink - PhP 235.00

I've been intrigued with this since I saw it some months ago. I have some extra foundations and skin care lying around that I want to finish and I thought that I can create a personally mixed cushion. 

Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch - PhP 50.00

Because eye patches are LOVE!

During the start of the month, I shared a press release from Daiso showing some of their new items. The post also got me interested to check them out again and I bought some stuff!

Markers and Drawing Ink - PhP 88.00 each

A drawing ink that's affordable at that size! Woot! Gonna share some of my works using that soon. ;) 

Mini Dustpan and broom

Kitchen Sponge for bottles (I use this for my big thermos)

PhP 88.00 each

Laundry Bag and Baby Wipes

Handy for traveling!

Cooling Mat for pets

PhP 88.00

My pet shih tzu loves using this! 

Yoga Mat - Php 88.00

It's not as thick as I want it to be but I actually have an older one (that's as thin as this one) that I place underneath this.

 Dishwashing liquid - PhP 88.00

I also bought other items like a hand bag with red stripes design, some cake and chocolate decorating tools, and an ice cream scoop!

 Human Nature Natural Feminine Wash in Chamomile Cool

I forgot the price. Haha! My friend Helen recommended this. I have yet to use it as I'm finishing the one I currently have.

It's also my first time visiting a Mumuso store! I went to their Fishermall branch. These are the items I brought home...

Banana Milk Beautiful Skin Shower Gel - PhP149.00

 The smell is soooooo gooooood! I even use this as hand soap so I can smell it often. Haha

Spring Hydrating Spray - PhP 88.00

I like facial mist and I just got curious about this one because it is unscented. I actually like fragrant once but I have an officemate who doesn't like floral scented ones so just for the office, I have an unscented one. 

Not in the photos are a square handle comb and cotton pads, both PhP 88.00

And finally, I took advantage of BeautyMNL's mid year sale. Wooot! 

 PRO Studio Beauty Exclusive 10-Piece Expert Class Oval and Linear Brush Set

PhP 999.00 from PhP 2,800.00

I've always wanted a set. I like the finish of my makeup when I have this brush. I alternate it with my beauty blender.

Maybelline Fashion Brow Mascara 

PhP 174.00 from PhP 249.00

My brows badly need this.

#InWithTheBold Bundle 1: 

1 Listerine Healthy White (500ml) + 2 Maybelline Loaded Bolds (Pitch Black & MidnightDate) - PhP 599.00 from PhP 823.00

I AM IN LOVE WITH MIDNIGHT DATE! Stay tuned for the swatch post! 

And that's all the products I bought! Haha! Which ones are you most excited about for a review? Let me know!

Cheers,
DAWN