Man, I missed writing about my travels. My feet have been itching to hop on a plane and fly to the other side of the world or somewhere on this side of my world, but alas, the pandemic has derailed us in many ways. The safest, most feasible option at the moment is to travel local; and I highly recommend this too because we must encourage local spending to start boosting our economy.
I felt I needed a break last December because the pandemic and its toll has been pretty taxing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, plus I kinda' overworked myself as well as I took on so many projects that came in when the quarantine was lifted and businesses were starting to rise from a deep slumber; I had to do it because the well was about to dry up due to the lockdown!
While browsing for potential destinations, the husband and I have noticed that the algorithms were pushing to us luxury hotels; and we have learned that these hotels had amazing re-opening promos and discounts, like Escala Tagaytay. We decided to go for Escala because of proximity reasons and Tagaytay is one of our go- to chill out places and it's been quite a while.
Let me take you on a tour at Escala Tagaytay, find out what they're doing to ensure guest safety, and tips before you go.
Nudestix Smokey Nude Glow Kit review, price, demo
PRICE: P3,800.00
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available at sephora.ph
THE VERDICT
Nudestix is one of my fave, not-so-mainstream brands in Sephora; I think it's underrated and I wish more people would discover for themselves how good the products are, from the formula down to the shades. Nudestix's Magnetic Cream Eyeshadow has converted me into a cream shadow user and that says a lot about their products considering how hard I am to sway! The products of Nudestix are great, from the formula down to the shades, and I hope I inspire everyone to go beyond Influencer- approved makeup products and celeb-brand collabs, and discover other brands because like me and Nudestix, you might find a potential favorite!
I recently got their Smokey Nude Glow Kit which features my favorite cream eyeshadows and some more Nudestix products that have instantly become staples in my Zoom makeup arsenal because they're so easy to use, glams me up in a snap, and are perfect for my skin tone!
WET N WILD X BRETMAN ROCK JUNGLE ROCK COLLECTION REVIEW, PRICE, SWATCHES
PRICE: To be detailed in the post
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available in leading department stores and Lazada
THE VERDICT:
Bretman Rock is one of the reasons why I'm proud to be a Filipino because he is a Filipino and proud of his roots as he showcases all the cool things about the Filipino culture in his videos.
So I got really excited when I learned that he released a makeup line with Wet N Wild and even more so when I learned that it is available in the Philippines!
Wet N Wild Philippines was gracious enough to partner with me for a review on Wet N Wild X Bretman Rock Jungle Rock Collection; it's really good colorful makeup for an extraordinary everyday look!
K Palette Silky Long and Silky Volume Mascara Review, Price, Demo
PRICE: P945 each
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available at SM Department stores, Beauty Bar, Lazada, beautyboxcorp.com
THE VERDICT:
I loved doing mascara reviews before because I had lush lashes. It didn't take a lot for me to cop a false- eyelash look with almost any mascara.
But then age kicked in.
I've noticed that my lashes got more and more sparse considering I haven't been wearing mascara as frequently as before-well, not at an alarming rate thankfully, but still, it held me back from writing mascara reviews because I felt like I wasn't showcasing the effects of the products properly just because my lashes were already thinning. And I haven't worn mascara for a while (unless I have to) because I felt like there's no point LOL.
And then I encountered this new mascara by K-Palette: 1 Day Lash Up Silky Long Mascara and Silky Volume mascara.
Listen Beshies, if you're like me who has aging lashes, then this mascara is perfect for you! Bring volume and that falsies effect back to aging lashes with these awesome mascaras!
2020 may be the year that skin care dominated, but there will always be the makeup lovers (and that includes me!)
Here are the makeup trends that you should watch out for this 2021!
Friends, I have decided to embrace the tita life through a new blog post series called #TBJTITALIFE. This is where I will share my tita finds and musings. I used to think that this blog will be all about beauty forever, but then again, I realized, the reason why it became successful and why it's still around is because I allowed it to evolve with me (and with you, TBJ Beshies); through TBJ Tita Life, I hope to share with you another side of me-the wiser, more grown up side of me.
But you know, I'm not your classic tita. I'm your Bougie tita. :D
To kick off this blog post, I'd like to share that I am into appliance window shopping lately. Perhaps it's because the pandemic and all this time at home has awakened my love for cooking, hence my lemming for new appliances. As you may know, I've been into Beko lately; in fact, I've written a couple of blog posts about the brand and I just love how up-to-date their appliance technologies are to address the evolving consumer concerns for food preservation and safety.
So here's my wishlist from Beko and if ever there's a need to purchase an appliance whether for me or my family, Beko it is!
For so long, makeup has always been the preference of many, but because of K-Beauty skin care and routines and the onset of the pandemic, the rise of skin care was accelerated and became the leading beauty category in 2020.
This 2021, skin care will continue to dominate because of the lingering effects of the pandemic and the fact that 2020 is the year our beauty habits have truly changed. Here are five of the leading skin care trends that will rule this 2021.
Online shopping was the name of the game last year. Even my folks from my husband's side was forced to this mode of shopping because it's the safest way to replenish and buy random stuff for them; and boy are they enjoying it! It's like they're opened to a new world of shopping!
Online shopping has been a past time for a lot of people as well; I've seen some statuses of people on social media saying that they're receiving packages of their online purchases almost everyday and sharing their online hauls. As for me, I don't really shop unless I have to and most of my purchases online during the onset of the pandemic and the GCQ were essentials, but I did purchase some items for leisure too.
Not a lot, but I love these finds so much that I highly recommend them! I'd like to share with you five of my best online purchases last 2020!
1. IPAD TRIPOD
- I intend to use my new iPad Pro as my gaming and watching device and I have been wondering if there's actually something like this that's existing. Lo and behold, Lazada delivers! I found this cool tripod that can hold an 11" iPad. This is actually a mic stand marketed as an iPad stand. The body feels great, but how I wish that the feet of the tripod have a lock so you can customize height. The goose neck is very sturdy and my iPad doesn't droop downwards. Really happy with this find because it's going to make my gaming and Netflix and chill moments much more convenient!
Hola TBJ Beshies! Just quickly announcing the COMs for last month. I had a great time reading your comments. Keep them coming. :D
Again, there are three COMs for December (and as with all Decembers) because it was generosity month for me.
Here they are!
Congratulations to...
Beauty bag 1 goes to Anniepar92!
Beauty bag 2 goes to Harlene!
And finally, beauty bag 3 goes to Dawn!
Congratulations, everyone! Please email your full name, mobile number, and complete address to martha. stabarbara@gmail.com. Claiming of prizes is good for 5 days only.
The new year is all about renewal and growth so this month's beauty bag features the following products that will give your skin and hair just that!
One loyal TBJ Beshie will receive the following:
1. Niks Skin Nurture Set
2. Aloe Derma Hair and Scalp Tonic
3. Skinpotions Snowberry Sleeping Mask
Mechanics are as follow:
1. COM lasts from the first to last day of the month.
2. Chosen COM will be announced via a blog entry.
3. Claiming of gifts is within 5 days only from the day of announcement. Unclaimed gifts will be awarded to the second COM candidate.
4. Everyone is welcome to join, Blogger or non-Blogger.
5. Delivery will be shouldered by TBJ.
6. Prizes are not convertible to cash
I hope you will have the best year, Beshies!
