Food, Hair Products, Lancome & My UD Book of Shadows

Why hello there, stranger. As I am writing this I am waiting for 6:00PM. I can’t wait to go home (it will take 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on traffic) I dread riding the public bus. Le sigh. I’m quite in a low mood today. Perhaps blogging about my most recent photos would perk me up. As usual, everything’s taken from my Instagram.

This is one of those breakfasts I had in the pantry here in the office. It was really early in the morning and I passed by McDonald’s to buy breakfast and lunch. I swear, I will be back to healthy eating as soon as my internship is over.

Perfect pancakes.

I am always humbled when I get noticed by makeup brands. Look what came in the mail! Something from ELF! Now I have two makeup clutches :) And I am not complaining!

Soup Starter from The French Baker. I forgot what the little biscuit on the side is called. I know what it is…let me think…OOOOHHH! Lavash wedge. It’s called a lavash wedge. Perfect with the soup, I must say.

Filmed a green and purple makeup look the other day. How it turned out made me so happy. You can watch the tutorial here!

Went shopping for hair products the other day. Plus a new compact powder from Maybelline as always.

This was a photo I took at 3:00AM after filming 4 videos in one night. I was smiling because I finished everything! I had enough videos to last me the whole week!

A subscriber of mine named Danielle sent me an Urban Decay Book of Shadows IV along with a couple more things! I am soooooo happy! My very first Urban Decay product!!! It has the primer in it!!! I can’t wait to do a video on this already! Danielle, you know how thankful I am!!! Thank you so much :)

Here’s another thing I’m excited to film about! The newest Lancome Maqui Blanc.

Oh, here’s the photo I took this morning. I sat on my desk in amazement of the Book of Shadows IV. Hahaha! The eye shadows are extremely gorgeous.

As I am ending this it’s 5:56PM. I have 4 minutes to pack up my stuff and start my evening walk to the bus stop. It’s about 15 minutes away. Poor legs. I do this every single working day. If you’re wondering what I mean by work, I am currently completing my 300-hr internship requirement for the university. I am down to my last 65 hours and something minutes. I’ll hopefully be done by June 8 (if I follow my schedule)

June 6th is my birthday. And there is no way I am spending it in the office. I need my time off.

Anyhoo, internet connection’s gone bad back at home, so I’ll probably read “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” for hours. And get two videos done tonight. I’m in no hurry as I still have some ammo left for my daily uploading goal.

I am looking forward to the weekend. Another spa awaits.

Ciao!

21st Birthday Wishlist

Why do we make wish lists? I found this article on the internet.

Personally, I make wish lists to motivate myself. As great as it would be to receive them as presents from other people, I still know I can work my ass off to get these things with my own money. You might ask me why I am so driven, so passionate with blogging and making videos? It’s simply because I want to live the life I imagined. Getting the things you know you worked hard for? Best feeling in the world.

Starting off with…

1. A kettlebell—not anymore! I bought myself a 10-lbs kettlebell a few weeks ago! I love working out with it!
2. Studio light for night filming—not anymore! I just bought it on May 11, 2012. It was an impulse BUT NECESSARY purchase! With everything going on in my life in the mornings and afternoons, I only have the nighttime to use for filming. I am admitting that I now see YouTube as my passion but most importantly my work. And there are deadlines to meet now. Some of which were set for me, some, I set for myself. No way am I complaining. I am way too blessed to have my passion as my work.
3. Vlogging camera—I use my iPhone 4 to vlog. It’s pretty great, but in the long run I know I’d need a separate vlogging camera. I’ve been looking around for a while now, and I’ve set my eyes on the CANON IXUS 220HS (the same vlogging camera of Judy and Benji) I’ve personally seen it when they were here in the Philippines, and the quality of the camera is undeniable! I tried it at the camera store last week and the only thing I did not like about it is that it doesn’t auto-focus. I tried another camera, the CANON IXUS 230HS and I was blown. It auto-focuses! But then after I edited the vlog for that day, I realized it’s the same camera that Judy ranted about. It has problems with the audio! *muffled sound* So at the moment, I am still searching. The 220 HS might  be the best choice, though.
4. Lumix GF3/Canon Powershot SX230HS—I could use an upgrade from my HP V5560U for better quality videos and these two are my choices. Hopefully getting the latter midyear this year (it’ll also be perfect for vlogging!)
5. MAC Book Pro—this might take me a longer time, but you’ll never know ;)
6. Portable Lighted Mirror—to take with me during makeup gigs!
7. Director’s Chair—to forever banish back ache while doing my clients’ hair and makeup!
8. INSANITY WORKOUT DVD’S—I’ve been wanting this FOREVER! My good friend from India told me he’d be sending me copies!
9. Elliptical machine—sports equipment come in second to makeup; I’d use my elliptical over and over and over again; this is on my priority list!
10. Juicer—to start juicing for life!

Notice something?

NO MAKEUP ON THIS LIST!!! I am deeply grateful to all my sponsors and all the wonderful companies both here in the Philippines and abroad who helped me build up my collection. Forever grateful.

I could no longer think of anything else to add on the list.

Next step is to watch myself work harder to cross off all the uncrossed items on the list! Will update this is within the year! Let’s see how I’d do.

Anybody else turning 21? Happy birthday soon!

Healthy Food, Lancome, and a Business Meeting

2 years ago, I was an untalented nobody who entered the world of YouTube. I never thought I’d be able to get sponsors like Michelle Phan did back in the days. I just always uttered, “Some day…”

Guess what? Some day came a few days ago! It was with amazement and gladness when I read an email from LANCOME PHILIPPINES! *dies and comes back to life*

This is so amazing. Lancome, baby. Lancome. Can’t wait to share what’s inside this baby bag.

I’ve been sick the past few days—which explains why I have not put up a new video in 3 days. I have been filming every night, but I always end up deleting ALL the clips because I don’t like the outcome at all. 2 nights in a row that happened to me. Until I told myself that I should not push it any more else I’ll be sicker than ever. SO, my most recent grocery shopping included lots of healthy stuff to kick all the sickness away!

I’m back to eating oatmeal, I have my crackers, 100% pineapple juice, yogurt, and fresh fruit slices! All for PHP 490++.

This was my dinner the other night. Blended mangoes and pineapple juice together. Oohh baby, the best taste ever.

Teased my readers about the brush set to be given away. Hopefully I’ll be able to film a good video tonight about these so we could start with the contest already!

My look for today. Ran errands and attended a business meeting with Pevonia Botanica during lunch before I went to work. Paulo did not like the glasses. He is anti-anything jejemon-looking. Hahahaha. Oh by the way, when I woke up this morning, I felt SOOOO much better! No more achy aches on the back and my joints. A little handsome puppy named Harry woke me up. He is growing up waaay too fast.

Oh, I finally found my PinkBox crab clip! I’ve been looking all over for it.

So, the business meeting was with Pevonia Botanica. I met Elaine, the company’s Social Media Marketing Manager. She was so fun to be with! Now I won’t be talking about what we discussed, because I think sharing the FOOD we had would be more interesting!

We had lunch at Rack’s. This is Shrimp Scampi. The best shrimp salad I’ve ever had. Although it is clear to me that I am allergic to shrimp, I still had it. My mouth was all like, “Ohhhhh biatch, you know we’re allergic.” (started itching) but then I was all like, “Shut up, mouth.” Muy bien muy bien.

We ordered Racks Baby Back Ribs and 2 side dishes! Potato salad and mashed potato. Mmmm…

What I had on my plate. Soooooo delicious. Everything with Rack’s BBQ sauce was delicioso!

A gift from Pevonia Botanica. Cannot wait to try this out. Thank you Elaine!

Makeup, Soup in a Bread, and a Pretty Pot of Faux Flowers

This is exactly why I love Instagram. I can always blog through the photos I take everyday! Here is another set of IG photos with stories behind each of them. Enjoy!

What came in the mail a few days ago! Do you recognize them? They’re products from 4U2!!! I squealed when they sent me an email. I am so happy that my videos impressed them! Have you seen 4U2 at SM Department Stores and Watsons? :)

Just a few days ago, I was thinking to myself, I really lack makeup brushes. I was actually already planning to purchase a brand new set to expand my collection for personal and professional use [for clients]. Little did I know, God already arranged it for me! 2 days after my silent “I lack makeup brushes” thinking, I received such awesome news in the email! And the first good news arrived a few days ago! These are brushes from Beauty Cosmetics! You might have already seen them in my recent videos. Rosenn from Beauty Cosmetics gave me (2) different sets!!! She is so sweet! I have yet to put up my review for these, but all I can say is, I have never been so impressed by any other brushes (except Sigma brushes—which I ADORE) other than these. What’s even better is that a lucky someone will have the chance to own one, too!!! *spilling the beans ASAP—but it’s pretty obvious we’re going to have a giveaway!*

These are products of my impulsive shopping. A pair of lashes (I convinced myself how amazing they are because they have invisible bands), a gold neckpiece (I convinced myself I needed it for a makeup tutorial), and a face primer (I convinced myself I needed it because I don’t have any)

I attended the Goody Girl event last week! And this is what’s inside the goody bag! Can a 20-year-old wear these? Definitely!

These are the 4U2 products again, but this time, undergoing a product shoot.

I love my studio light. It has made everything much easier for me.

The most recent haul that I did! Watch the video embedded after the photo!

Look at the beautiful clutch from Charriol! I love how it comes in the color amethyst—my birthstone! I wish I opened the boxes. One contains the newest eau de toilette, Show Off, while the other one contains a bag holder.

Peculiar, yet interesting cloud formation, taken right outside our window.

After filming the haul video! YES I did take off the lenses because I couldn’t bare to film with glares all over the video! *and that is for all the people who found it weird that I was only wearing frames* (oh the narrow-minds)

I was rushing to the office the other day that I did not have time to do my makeup. What I did was mix my PhotoReady foundation together with my Neutrogena Fine Fairness BB Cream. I loooove it!

My favorite from The French Baker! Oh yeah.

A pretty pot of faux flowers that I bought! 449.50 from SM. You’ll be seeing this in my next videos!

Passed by McDonald’s to get some breakfast & packed lunch before I headed to the office.

So cute!

I still owe people a hair tutorial, but it’s super easy! I just teased my crown, pinned at the back, braided strands from one side, and pulled it to the other.

Puppy, Makeup, Kettlebell & Food

More Instagram photos to share (I refuse to let them accumulate again) Enjoy!

The newly awakened Elvis Jackson. Such a sweet sweet baby.

I went shopping for local branded makeup last week. Definitely feels good putting a lot more effort to help local brands get recognized. (Not sponsored whatsoever) Besides, I’ve been receiving great feedback from fellow Pinays! Definitely more [tutorials] to come.

Probably the best book I’ve ever purchased. This would make an awesome gift to a grouchy friend.

This is from a clubbing makeup tutorial that I did in the vernacular. Watch the video here!

Wiped out working out with my new kettlebell. AMAZING FEELING.

This is always my view during lunch time in the office. I stay in the pantry.

HOW ADORABLE IS THIS??? It’s baby Harry!!! Jackson’s grandson.

One of the photos I shared with Paulo when we were chatting.  Haha! I was alone in the pantry!

One of the first looks I filmed at night! Thanks to my awesome studio light! I called this the Kaleidoscope look because of all the colors going on. Watch the video here!

Pretty restroom at El Pueblo de Real Manila Café. It was the venue for the Goody Girl event.

With Achi Char after all our business talk.

Super gorgeous lawyer/blogger, Donna! Had a lot of fun catching up with her!

What I had during the event—I got more than what I could consume! Didn’t finish it at all.

Sweetest ice cream I’ve ever tasted! The sprinkles might be the culprit.

This one’s from the Goddess Make Look that I came up with a few days ago. Discover how to get the glow in this video tutorial!