Many of the weddings I attend calls for a semi-formal or casual attire. I don't think I can recall any that asked us to be in formal wear. Although it's easier to figure out what to wear to a semi-formal event, a casual dress code can sometimes be a cause for panic. What do I wear? I don't think jeans are okay. It is best to just ask the celebrating couple or anyone part of the entourage, but my rule of thumb is, if an event costs more than tens of thousands of pesos, I'd rather not look like I am heading to a friend's house to hang out.

I decided on this simple little black dress from Something Borrowed and pale pink envelope clutch from Ezra. The dress has some leatherette details along the sides and waist, which add to its charm.

Both items I bought at Zalora last year, and they were a good addition to my wardrobe since both can be worn at different occasions and can be worn up or down.

Several years ago using another shampoo

Last year, using Garnier Fructis Frizz Tamer shampoo

So I decided to try Etude House's Drawing Eye Brow Pencil. The lead/product comes in a slim triangular form which makes it easy to draw thin lines. The thicker side I use to slightly shade the front of my brows.

The product isn't too soft nor too hard, we don't have to worry too much with putting pressure (or less) so the application looks natural.


It also comes with a spoolie on the opposite end so you can quickly run it through your brows after filling them in.

Etude House Eye Brow Pencil on one brow on a bare face

I initially wanted to try the dark grey color because my sparse brows look grey, but they were sold out at the branch I went to so I just bought the dark brown one and I haven't regretted that decision. :)

So what's your go-to eyebrow product? Share them in the comments.

Well it has been years since I knew about Cash Cash Pinoy but it is only now that I've decided to give them a chance. I was hesitant at first because of the voucher type of transaction which I have to print and use it to claim my service or merchandise. Troublesome ne? Especially since we don't own a printer, so I'd have to go out and have my voucher printed, which kinda beats the purpose of online shopping in my opinion.

What made me decide on making a transaction with them is the fact that I desperately needed (more like wanted) a facial mechanical brush. I found a good deal on Happy Beauty but I was unsure about the quality of the brush since it was unknown to me, and the payment options were limited for me.

So I searched on other sites for facial brushed that wouldn't burn a nasty hole in my pocket. Still. I was heads over in love with Foreo, but dang! That costs 7k Php while on sale, plus it's only available abroad.

I searched and researched for other options too. The most prominent ones were Clarisonic, Olay and Mary Kay.

That wasn't even why I was on Cash Cash Pinoy. I was on the site because I was browsing through vacation getaway deals (you should really check them out, they have great deals!) but when I didn't find something I was looking for (not beach, not northern Luzon nor abroad), I went on to the beauty and skincare products page. Ahihihi.

When there, I remembered about my product search and lo and behold, I found a Mary Kay brush with 40% off. From P2500 to P1400. What a deal! Lazada has the same product with "they say" 30% discount which is now priced P2500. I'm kinda losing faith with Lazada actually. Many of the items I find on their site are actually way cheaper on Ebay. When my bf is looking at items at Lazada, I would say to him to check out other sites first to compare prices before deciding on buying anything.

Anyway, am I just proving to you how much I love online shopping? Hahahahaha! Very.

So anyway, I pushed through with my Mary Kay brush purchase and although I had to go have my voucher printed, I am ecstatic with the deal I got to even be pissed at the inconvenience. :D


Well, it took them more than 7 business days to deliver the item. I emailed customer service on the night of the 7th day, and I only got an auto-reply: they'll get in touch with me within 24 hours, but they didn't. So basically, Cash Cash Pinoy isn't true to their word. :/


But I am still happy with the item and I still think it's a good deal. So I'm not closing my doors on Cash Cash Pinoy just yet.

Check them out if you're willing to wait for a package that's late, but saves you about 1k. :)

Korean labeling

Repurpose

Repurchase?

Pink Floral Chiffon Short Dress

Blue Chiffon Lace Short Dress

The soap feels creamy on the skin. It isn't too hard like most soaps, and it isn't similar in texture to papaya/carrot/kojic soaps. I could best compare it to Dove's soaps except that Dove's is a bit grainier/grittier than this.

The effect on my skin is amazing. I have extremely dry skin on my body and using this has reduced the dry marks/desert-like appearance. It feels softer and smoother too.

Verdict

Korean labeling But you can understand that it has brightening properties and spf 30. And to use it within 12 months :/

Overall I like:

• that it evens out my skin tone
• gives a subtle glow
• has a pump for easy and hygienic dispensing
• has spf 30
• has whitening, anti-darkening, and anti-aging properties
• has enough product to last a long time
• no distinguishable smell

The 6 things I cannot live without:

• phone --- I'm trying to not be tethered to my phone but I can't leave the house without a phone.
• wipes --- There is a smaller package (about half of this one) which would be perfect to carry in my bag. This one is from Watsons, around P20 per pack.
• oil blotting paper --- An oily-skinned girl's bestfriend. This one's from Daiso.
• lip gloss --- This Coralista tube won as the smallest and slimmest lippie in my makeup collection, so it's going straight into the bag. I can also put this on top of any lipstick I'm wearing and it doesn't alter the look I'm going for (which is actually just naturally fresh most of the time). Plus I also need to use this up. :)
• card case --- for identification and stuff. Membership and advantage cards are also housed in this convenient case.
• money --- goes straight into the zipped compartment because there's just no space for a wallet.

Where I bought it