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Churches to Visit in Baguio

1/18/2019

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It's been 5 years since I've been to Baguio for work and about 15 to 16 years since I visited some of the places on this list. I'm not the most spiritual person as my family and friends know but churches and temples are a must visit for people searching for peace of mind.
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1. Baguio Cathedral

It's located at the top end of Session Road and I used to walk pass by it going to SM for grocery shopping but I don't come here often for a mass. The only thing I remember coming here was praying to pass the entrance exam for SLU, the CPA board exam and praying for happiness. I came here once 5 years ago with the students I'm accompanying for a tour, but I don't remember much about it other than the bad weather.
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THEFACESHOP Natural Story Miracle Finish Long Lasting CC Cushion

1/6/2019

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Using liquid foundation is not my thing but after doing 30 days of Makeup, that morning habit stayed. It's not that I can't leave the house without it but I prefer to have a little makeup on before heading to work.​
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\What: THEFACESHOP Natural Story Miracle Finish Long Lasting CC Cushion
Where to buy: THEFACESHOP Boutique
​Price: P1,195.00
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Product claims:
  • Stays in place
  • Smoothes pores
  • Light weight
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Bioré Uru Uru 2 in 1 Cleanser

10/10/2018

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Biore is a Japanese brand of skin care I personally love because it works great at a very affordable price. The product I'd be reviewing is Biore's Uru Uru 2 in 1 Cleanser. I've been using it for quite a while now so I thought its time to do a review.
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What: Bioré Uru Uru 2 in 1 Cleanser
Where to buy: Watsons and SM Department Stores; BeautyMnl.com
Price: P299.00
The first time I discovered it was last April. During summer time, my face can be quite oily on my t-zone and since I'm commuting to work everyday, so expect the dirt to really stick.

Product Claims
  • Gently cleanses skin;
  • Can remove light makeup;
  • Ultra fine, dense foam lifts dirt from the surface and penetrates pores to remove any residue;
  • Contains 40% Beauty Essence for soft, moist skin after every use
  • Can be used by all skin type.
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The Theraphy Secret - Made Anti Aging Eye Treatment by THE FACE SHOP

8/27/2018

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What: The Therapy: Secret - Made Anti - Aging Eye Treatment
Where to Buy: The Face Shop
Price: Php1,095
Product description:

" This soft, moisture - rich cream provides 360 - degree intense care around the eyes and helps make skin smooth and bright."
  • Provides comprehensive care to moisturize, boost resilience and reduce dullness.
  • It smoothes wrinkles and firms your eyelids.
  • Le Marche handmade blending formula.

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BYS Velvet Lips Liquid Lipstick (Rosewood)

4/29/2018

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​What: BYS Velvet Lips Liquid Lipstick
Where to Buy: Watsons and Leading Department Stores
Price: P399.00 per 6g
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Product description:

"​BYS Velvet Lipstick is a creamy, highly pigmented formula that glides on for easy application, boasting an instant, smooth matte lip. The non-drying formulation gives full coverage that stays put throughout the day, and includes a precision applicator that coats lips in one simple swipe." - www.bys.com.au
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#GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso

3/24/2018

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Okay, I know it has been awhile since this book was launched and I've heard so much about it but I'm not the kind of person who just joins the fad, hence the delayed reaction. The review ages ago until now is still average so it took me awhile deciding whether to get it or not. I took the chance though and downlaoded the audio book after hearing the sample.

So what's the book about?
The book is just a summary of her journey feom being broke and taking chances om selling used

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Straight vs. Curly Hair

12/11/2017

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Having wavy, unmanageable virgin hair for more than twenty years was never an issue for me. Well, that's until people started telling me my hair ruins my potentail of looking like a lady. Since then, I've had it rebonded every six months. I got tired of it though.

​Early last year, I cut my hair into a bob but find it difficult to maintain. It was mid 2016 when I decided to have it curled for the first time.
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Cost of Getting a New Hairstyle

10/6/2017

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It's end of September and my long overdue hair appointment has finally come. Aside from money matters, I was having difficulty deciding on what hairstyle I want this year. For three years, I had my hair rebonded. It was only last year when I decided to have it curled after cutting it short. This year, I'd like to keep my hair long but still undecided whether I want it straight or curled.

Having curly hair takes more time and products to manage and it costs four times more than having it rebonded and that's my main problem. Then again, if I have it rebonded, I would have to let my hair down all the time unless I want to deform it. It's quite hot in the Philippines and most times I want my hair up too. Besides, everyone in the office is having their hair rebonded since it's easier to maintain.
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Finally, I decided to have my hair curled and found time to go to the salon too. It was because my mom wanted her hair dyed and trimmed and she wants to go with me. It's not like we talk a lot when we go there. Most times we just sleep since the process takes long.

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Creating a Flawless Base (Foundation Routine)

9/27/2017

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If you think smooth, flawlessly, air - brushed looking skin just happen by applying foundation, you are sorely mistaken. One thing I learned from my 30 Days of Makeup is that it takes time to layer on.
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1. Skin care routine.

No matter what your skin type is, make sure to adhere to your Daily Skin Care Routine the night before and morning after. That way, oiliness is controlled and skin is kept moisturized.
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2. Prime your face

A face primer can make or break your overall look so find one that's suitable for your skin type and makeup needs. It helps minimize the visibility of pores and wrinkles once you apply your foundation. Primers also allow your skin to breathe without disturbing the layers of makeup you have on,
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The Office | Results are out

9/25/2017

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​I've already mentioned in the past how important the exam is to me. I even took a bargain and went on leave for two months to prepare for it. Left some projects hanging as well as I have to review. Unfortunately, I didn't make it. My friends were asking if I'm serious because we were e-mailed personally by the school regarding the results and they were asking how I did. Then again I wouldn't tell.
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I haven't told anyone but my family, my boss who's patiently waiting and my friends. My mother asked me of my plans and I told her I need to find a new job. One of my friends is my boss's daughter and although she didn't message me directly, she told her to tell me that I can transfer to our school and finish it there.
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Makeup Techniques You Shouldn't Dare Try

9/22/2017

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If you're new to applying makeup properly, the first thing us millennials will probably do is check what beauty gurus do online. Then gain, just because they have thousands to millions of views and followers doesn't mean they're doing it right.

During my 30 Days of Makeup challenge, I picked up a few techniques from gurus that didn't work out for me in the long run and even regret trying.
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1. Blending foundation with fingers.

At the beginning, I liked applying foundation with my fingers for two reasons: 1. It gives heavier coverage 2. I have no tools that needs cleaning.

The downside is, it doesn't blend your makeup as well as tools does (especially when you're in a rush) making your face looking blotchy and uneven.
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Daily Skin Care Routine

9/20/2017

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I'm not getting any younger so skipping skin care is no longer an option. I do go to clinics for treatments but I don't follow a good skin care routine religiously. Having combination skin and a very oily T - zone, I would simply wash my face with Cetaphil followed by Eskinol Cleanser in the morning and I'm good to go. At night, I only add moisturizer in my morning routine.
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A month ago, I decided to change that after observing dry patches in my face. I searched online and found Soko glam's 10 - Step Korean Skin Care Routine Set being sold for $199. Instead of buying that, I searched for product alternatives that would suit my skin and budget the most while following their directions as to which to apply first and what to look for in other products.
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Here's the product combination I came up with:
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The Office | Take Action

9/18/2017

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Seats were lacking at the seminar today. I'm being ushered to sit infront but the thing is, I don't want to. Besides, there are vacant tables at the back and I know it's there for people who will arrive late. We asked for chairs so we could sit at the back but they didn't want to give us any and insisted that we should just move infront. But, I don't want to and I have my reasons.

It's Saturday. Every Saturday, I dedicate my time to experiment, take pictures, research keywords, write articles, and everything it takes so I could have a complete line-up ready for next week's publishing schedule.

Then why did I attend a seminar on a Saturday? It was a spur of the moment decision.
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30 Days of Makeup

9/16/2017

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I have searched online and it seems like it's more of a challenge for women not to wear makeup to work at all. In my case, however, I'm used to leaving the house without any and I get scolded by my peers for doing so saying that I'm no longer in college and that I need to look more presentable. I started doing my brows since then and putting a little bit of gloss but that was it.

This time, I tried wearing makeup for 30 days and here's what I learned:
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1. It takes time. A lot of time.

Normally I would choose sleeping in but these days, I have to wake - up at least 30 minutes earlier than usual or I will be late for work.

Make has several layers and they all need time to settle in your skin before putting on another layer of product.
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Closet Purge | Accessories

9/15/2017

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Like other women in their 20’s, I’m also attracted to pretty little things that compliment my wardrobe. Then again, after entering the academic profession, I’m expected to look a certain way and colorful tassel earrings are no longer welcome. Some of the pieces I own have also worn out, oxidized and lost its original color through the years. Keeping these because they cost us money is not enough to justify the clutter.

​In this post, I’ve listed a few rules I followed on figuring what to keep and let go of.

1. The good ones.

Separate the ones in good condition whether it fits your style or not. You can give it away or sell it to get something back from your investment. However, don’t throw out the tattered pieces just yet.


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Maybelline Fit Me Concealer

9/13/2017

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What: Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
Where to buy: Watsons and Departments Stores
Price: P199.00 / 6.8ml
Claims: (taken from www.maybelline.com)
WHAT IT IS
Fit Me® Concealer makeup for flawless, natural coverage. This oil-free concealer matches skin tones to deliver a more even complexion.
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THEFACEHOP's The Signature Skin Conditioning Serum

9/12/2017

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​What:
The Signature Skin Conditioning Serum

Where to buy: The Face Shop Boutique
Price: P1,495 / 80ml

Label:
  • This serum with 21 herbal ingredients is a simple way to comdition skin daily.
  • It is a selection of 21 wild herbs slected from over 300 species compiled by THEFACESHOP's technology lab and Bioengineering and Natural Substance Research Institute.
  • Formulated with rich moisturizing ingredients and a plant complex, this serum provides essential nutrients required by skin cells and helps keep skin healthy.​
  • This smooth, concentrated serum glides onto skin and provides it with intense care and essential nutrients. It helps to achieve extra smooth skin.
  • Formulated without 7 additives / paraben, tar colorant, animal derived ingredients, mineral oil, talc, paraffin, polyacryiamide.
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St. Ives Timeless Skin

9/11/2017

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​What: St. Ives Timeless Skin Collagen Elastin Moisturizer
Where to buy:​ Watsons and Department Stores​
Price:​ P249 / 283g
Label:
  • Visibly reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Formulated with collagen and elastin proteins.
  • With natural safflower seed oil.
  • Dermatologis tested and Non - comedogenic
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Maybelline Dream Satin Liquid Foundation

9/10/2017

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I wasn't into liquid makeup until I found Maybelline's Dream Satin Liquid Foundation. It is one of BeautyMNL's Best 40 Reviewed Products so I just had to try if it'll change my mind about using liquid foundation on a daily basis.

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Label:

Air Whipped Liquid Foundation
Our unique air - soft formula provides poreless, satin - smooth looking skin. Extraordinary coverage that does not clog pores. Long lasting and moisturizing all day.
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Eskinol with Pure Cucumber Extract

9/8/2017

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​What:
Eskinol Pure Cucumber Extract

Where to buy: Drug Store and Department Store
Price: P75.00 - P86.00 / 225ml
Label:
- Removes deep seated dirt, excess oil and makeup with Micro - cleanse and Anti - bacterial Formula.
- With pure cucumber extract to help refresh skin.
- With water minerals to help replenish moisture.


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