One of the biggest highlights of my year happened last saturday; it was my blog's mega anniversary and it's even more special because The Beauty Junkee has turned 10 this year. For a Gemini like me, this is big news LOL.
TBJ 10TH MEGA ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Innisfree My Foundation 1.5 in Chestnut review, price, swatch
PRICE: Around P1,200+
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available at Innisfree SM Megamall and Mall of Asia
THE VERDICT:
My issue with most Korean beauty brands is I can't seem to find a shade that fits; so many types of base, but tragically lacking in shade options.
During Innisfree's SM Mall of Asia opening, I gravitated towards the foundation display and was pleasantly surprised to see very warm shades of foundation! I couldn't believe my eyes; I thought I was looking at contouring liquids, but they were indeed foundation! I picked up My Foundation 1.5, which had some of the darker shades. Aside from offering options to warm skin tones, this foundation provides intense coverage, matte finish, and long- lasting effect!
Aside from environmental causes, Education is one of my biggest advocacies; the back bone of The Beauty Junkee is education; since its inception, teaching has always been a huge part of me as a blogger: from informing readers of the latest product, reviewing product performance, to teaching them how to do their eyebrows. Education is the difference between good and bad eyebrows, and education is the difference between a good life and poverty; that's why I wish to reach more people with The Beauty Junkee and for more underserved individuals to have a chance at education.
But did you know that just by having your eyebrows groomed at Benefit, you can send a young lady to school and provide the first step to a better future?
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Gel Cream review
PRICE: Around P1,400
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available in Kiehl's boutiques
THE VERDICT:
I don't know about you, but I think this has been the most grueling summer yet; temperatures hitting 53 degrees, heat mirage appears not only on the pavement, but on the horizon as well, and it's like you're in a burner when you walk down the street! We really need trees and we really need to find a way to fight climate change.
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil- Gel Cream has been my savior for the last two months in this intense weather. I couldn't tell you how much I love this moisturizer because it's so refreshing, hydrating, and moisturizes without heaviness; it's truly made for Philippine summer!
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| New York. Photo credit: getyourguide.com |
The American Dream- for most of us, America is the land of opportunity that's why according to one census I have read, a majority of overseas Filipinos are living in the US. I have a lot of relatives living in the US!
I love my country; my career, family, and husband are all here so I don't think I am moving anywhere anytime soon, but visiting the US has always been part of my bucket list; I want to see the Grand Canyon, explore New York, chill in California, see the stars in Los Angeles, swim in Hawaii, and so much more.
But to be able to do all of these things, I must have a US Visa.
Filipinos are required to obtain a US Visa before visiting the USA and its territories, and luckily for me, I got approved so I'm sharing with you the step-by-step on how to process your US Visa requirements, what to do on the interview day, useful tips, and realizations in my 2- month long preparation for the US Visa interview.
Skinpotions Glowdust review, price, swatch
PRICE: P399
FROM: Free
OTHER LOCATIONS: Available through Skinpotions resellers; Skinpotions online
THE VERDICT:
What's a makeup topper, anyway? It can range from a waterproofing powder, highlighting veil/powder, shimmer powder, or a correcting powder; it's the last glam touch to your makeup and technically, it helps bring back the naturalness of the skin and counteracts the finish of matte makeup.
Next to makeup mists and setting sprays, I think makeup toppers will be the next big thing in every makeup routine.
Skinpotions gets ahead of the trend with Glow Dust, a multi-tasking finishing powder that adds luscious glow to the skin. After using these powders for a couple of times, I realized, they're a good alternative to Hourglass Ambient Lighting powders!
Beauty Blender may be the cult favorite beauty sponge, but there are a lot of good ones out there that are waiting to be discovered and I've pretty much discovered five of them and I'll share it with you!
- A super soft, bouncy, and sturdy sponge from local beauty brand, Riot. Riot's Polyblenders have the right softness to them, rinses easily, and a great, affordable (and also, sturdier) alternative to Real Techniques.
P.S. Don't forget to get the Polyblender Sponge Shampoo because it's good!
