Collective Haul ♥

Well, well, well... I've been MIA for days here. Now, I'm back! ;)

Just a recap about what happened after making my DIY Lipstick Organizer: One, I've been cleaning the apartment like crazyyyy. Two, my bf actually sat me down and talked about my shopping addiction which wasn't pleasant for me by the way. Well, at least he was calm about everything but I went berserk though. lol Intervention! I understand how I should start saving money. Tsk tsk tsk. Tough! -_- 

I haven't been spending much lately but just the necessary items like groceries and some household necessities. I was sad for about a couple of weeks of not buying anything but it actually feels good afterwards now that I have extra $$$ for the rainy day. ;) 

As a reward, he bought some items from my wishlist. I'm so ecstatic! :D

Korean Skull and Rhinestone Embellished Four-Row Ring Clutch Bag, Cotton Pad Organizer, bracelet

 You guys can get the same clutch here

In my opinion, it's pretty cheap. I love this clutch soo much! Very Alexander Mcqueen-esque clutch and especially the price. Can't beat that!

It also comes with a chain so you can either hold it or sling it on your shoulder. I prefer just carrying it. ;)

I am in love with this cotton pad holder! The design is so much like Anna Sui.

It goes well with my Anna Sui Face Powder. :D

He bought me this bracelet from this store called Image in Alhambra. It's sooo nice and goes well with pretty much anything I wear. 

Also, he got me the Ann Taylor blouse that I've been wanting to get my hands on! It's soo soft and the quality is great. Not good for summer though since the material is pretty thick. I think this is great for Fall or maybe some nights that I consider chilly. You can buy this at the Ann Taylor website here Now, they have a special going on: Buy one full price item, get the second 50%.

I love everything he bought me. ^_^ Well, it's in my wishlist but I'm very thankful that he actually bought it for me. 

Now, more likely tomorrow, I would be posting some pics of my hard work cleaning the apartment and show you guys how I designed our place. :)

That's it for now! ♥

DIY: Lipstick Organizer

Today, I would like to share how I made my lipstick organizer. Thanks to Enkore Makeup! :) I watched the youtube tutorial and finally decided to make my own. I changed some of the materials needed and ignored some steps. Enkore's version was to use a carton from cereal boxes and/or soda. In my version, I used a box that I used for moving which I bought from Home Depot. I believe that using box flaps are more sturdier. :) I also changed the measurements based on my needs. My lipsticks weren't that organized prior to making this brilliant idea. ;) I have an Helmer Drawer from Ikea and let me tell you guys, this is by far the best make up organizer I've ever had! I also bought the Antonius Basket Inserts  (it's supposed to be for the Antonius Wire Basket) for the rest of my Helmer Drawers. I loveeeee it!!

Now, let's proceed to this project:

Let's start shall we? 

(By the way, this took me 6 hours to make so be prepared, unless I'm just really really slow) LOL! 

Materials Needed:

- Box : Cut the flaps in long and short pieces

- 8 long pieces (15.4X 2.3 inches)

- 15 short pieces (9X 2.3 inches)

(the measurements shown above is for an Helmer Drawer, feel free to change the measurements according to your space or drawer size) 

- Scissors

- Ruler

- Pen/Sharpie

 Step 1:

-Make squares that are 1 inch apart for both long and short pieces. 

- From the edge of the piece, measure 1 inch and draw a straight line. 

- Cut the squares to the point where you've drawn the line. Tip: make the slits wider than the one shown below. It will be easier for you to assemble it later. Trust me.

*Picture shown below is a short piece*

 Step 2:

- Draw triangles in between the lines (top and bottom for long and short pieces)

*You can skip this step if you do not want your pieces to look like a picket fence*

Step 3:

- Cut the triangles in between. 

Now, you have pieces that looks like a picket fence. :)

Step 4:

- Insert them into their slots.

Voila!

It actually feels good to do this by myself. I was gonna ask my bf to do it for me but decided not to. Hehe 

Have fun making your own lipstick organizer! :) Hope this post helped a lot! :D

What's In My Bag?

I am completely moved in to the new apartment. Only a few things here and there to be taken care of. My books are still laying around the living room and finally found a bedframe from IKEA and a mattress from a mattress store after several days of looking for the perfect one. I will soon give a house tour when everything is settled. :D

Now, what's in my bag/purse?

I use my Michael Kors Hamilton Large Tote a lot :)

- Ipad 2

-Samsung Galaxy S2

-Burberry Sunglasses

-Make up bag

- Tempo 

- EOS lip balm (purple)

- Hand cream

- Hand Sanitizer

- Lipstick (current one I'm wearing is Chanel 05 Mademoiselle)

- Keys

- Journal/Pen (scribble things :) )

- Wallet

- Evian Facial spray (not on picture)

I usually bring my camera with me too (point and shoot canon) but sometimes I bring my dslr with me. Now, I'm currently eye-ing on a Lumix GF3 point and shoot. Maybe a gift for myself for Christmas? :P I also do bring a toothbrush/toothpaste from time to time just in case. ;)

I carry a bunch of items with me to which sometimes I complain because it's quite heavy. Haha

What about you? What's in your bag? :)

Glossybox USA: June 2012

Hey everyone! This is going to be a really quick post. :) I recently tweeted that I'm in the process of moving to a different place. I got the Glossybox since Tuesday but since I am moving things around, I didn't get to post this. I am almost done moving and have only a few things left in the current apartment. :D 

What's inside the box:

1. BeautyAddicts Show-Off Mascara $20 full size

2. First Aid Beauty Smooth Shave Cream $16.50 full size

3. Kinerase Restructure Firming Cream $98.00 full size

4. Shea Terra Organics $18.00 full size

5. Wella Professionals Enrich Moisturizing Treatment $12.00 full size

Treat: Urban Organic from A Perfume Organic sample size fragrance $65 full size

Lots of goodies again in the June 2012 box! 

PS: I noticed a lot of girls get confused about Glossybox in terms of what month the box is. Apparently, Glossybox USA ships the boxes at the end of each month so we get them the next month. For example, this month's Glossbybox was shipped last week(end of June) so of course we would think that it would be the July box but no. It's the June box. It sucks how we get the boxes late though. :/

REVIEW: Pixi Scent

Front to Back: rose, mimosa, fig

I bought these scents at hautelook for about $9.50 each a month ago and I'm absolutely loving them. I love how simple the bottles are and also I'm loving the pastel colors on them but most important of course is the smell. :) The smell isn't too overpowering unlike other perfumes out there. It's very chic and it smells so innocent (if that makes any sense) haha. Each bottle is 30ml and I'm not sure if this is the only size they have since I haven't really explored the whole pixi line. I've only seen this brand at my local Target store. Most of the items are out of stock too.

Let's get started with the scents shall we? :)

eau de parfum a la rose

What it says: Perhaps the most loved flower there is. The symbol of innocence, love and passion. Evokes rich memories with its clean, natural aroma. Luxurious, rejuvenating, soothing and uplifting. The rose has been used as a powerful aphrodisiac since antiquity. Cleansing and refreshing. This the most delicate flower of love. 

eau de parfum au mimosa

What it says: Mimosa's fluffy pom pom flowers offer one of nature's most beautiful scents known to have mood uplifting and anti-stressing properties. It evokes the promise of warmth and summer as the powdery and delicately feminine scent lingers gently on the skin. Irresistibly silky, floral, refreshing & creamy.

eau de parfum a la figue

What it says: Celebrated for 2000 years for its health and skin care benefits, the fig, favorite fruit of legendary beauty Cleopatra, has the highest overall mineral content of any fruit. The sensual aroma of sun-ripened fig is delicious, fruity, green and herbal. It is light and fresh on the skin with a woody twist, making it the perfect all over skin scent.

I love all the scents! I will definitely recommend them to anybody. Perfect for summer! :) The scent is long lasting that you only needed to apply it once. Definitely a keeper!

REVIEW: Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash

Two weeks ago, I went to my local drugstore and bought a new cleanser, cream and toner. I wanted to get a cheaper alternative for my skincare regimen. 

Left to Right: Pond's Clarant B3, Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner, Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash

 After 2 days of using all these products, I started to develop red bumps on my face. I was thinking that this should be normal since my skin is getting used to the products and will eventually subside. I guess I was wrong. :( 10 days later, a lot more came out. So I was thinking it was either the toner or cream that's causing this. I ruled out Purpose because it's such a gentle wash. I stopped using the cream and toner and decided to finish my old cleanser (philosophy purity) and since it was too late for me to go out and buy a night cream, I was lucky enough I've gotten the philosophy take a deep breath sample from myglam. That night, I washed my face with my old cleanser, used my juju aloe toner and tried out the sample cream. Voila! The next day, the red bumps were half gone! I was surprised! So I kept using my philosophy cleanser until the bottle was empty. Yes, my face started to clear up and I'm a happy duck again. Last night, I started using the Purpose cleanser again and to my surprise the next day, I had those red bumps again! Oh my! I found the culprit! It was the Purpose Cleanser!!! I was shocked because I've read a lot of great reviews about this product. It's gentle for your skin and it's dermatologist recommended. Also, the price is great! ($4)

Purpose Cleanser = :((((

I'm sorry that I have to post my nasty cheek (also have the same amount of red bumps on my other cheek). I just wanted to show you guys how bad it is. I've never had a skin reaction in my life like this before. I am devastated!

Today, I went to Sephora to purchase philosophy Purity and also bought the full size of philosophy take a deep breath cream. I am quite scared of trying new skincare products right now after this incident.

My Rating:

 0 dumpling 

Again, this is my opinion. I've had a bad experience with this product. You may have a different opinion with this cleanser. Anyone with a good experience with this facial cleanser then I'm happy that it worked out well for you.

MyGlam & Beautybar: June 2012

myglam

 

 

BeautyBar

I'm combining both of my sample boxes into one post. I have received the myglam and beautybar sample society about 2 weeks ago. 

So far, I'm receiving 4 sample boxes per month: Birchbox, myglam, beautybar and Glossybox. 

I'm still debating which one to keep and cancel. 

So what's inside the myglam bag?

 - NYX Round lipstick in Power

- philosophy Take a Deep Breath moisturizer

- Living Proof nourishing cream

- Marbella Permanent Eyeliner Pen

 

What's inside the BeautyBar box?

- Alterna Boho Waves Texture Mist

- Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Cream

- Oscar De La Renta Live in Love perfume

- Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip Plumper

- MURAD Clarifying Cleanser

 

I love everything in these boxes.. My reviews are piling up! I need to do one soon.. 

Do you guys have BeautyBar subscription?

Birchbox: June 2012

Another month of receiving goodies! :) Birchbox for June 2012

What's In the Box:

~Juliette Has A Gun | Not A Perfume - make a statement with this minimalist scent which features a single ambery note $85-$110

~ Melvita | Rose Floral Water - this organic mist works as a light toner and mid-day skin refresher $22

~ stila | stay all day 10-in-1 hd beauty balm - a star multitasker, this all-in-one primer, moisturizer, sheer tint mattifies skin while canceling out redness. $38

~ theBalm cosmetics | Stainiac in Beauty Queen - two-in-one cheek and lip stain $17

LIFESTYLE EXTRA

Modcloth | Headband $14

This month's Birchbox is ok. Nothing to rave about much. However, I'm loving the scent on Juliette Has A Gun one; very simple.

Susbscribers for Birchbox yet? :)

If so, what did you guys get for this month? :D

Date Night with the Boifee

Today, my bf took me out on a date to see Dark Shadows at the Chinese Grauman Theater in Hollywood. I haven't been inside the main theater so I was really excited to see what the fuss is all about. I am so happy that my bf took me here tonight. The place looks sooo beautiful. The pictures I took doesn't even do justice. You have to see it for yourself for you to appreciate the beauty of this theater. Everything is so detailed. All I can say is wowww.. :) As for the movie, we both enjoyed it. :D

Enjoy the pics! 

Inside - Chinese Grauman Theater

Chinese Grauman Theater

Hollywood Highland Center

Another night of satisfaction through my lens. My bf knows I love taking pictures and that's also one of the reasons why he took me here tonight.

Goodnight! 

xoxo

Beauty Swap with Dawn

I received this beauty package from Dawn last week. I was in Canada when the package arrived so I didn't get to see it right away. :) I was sooo excited to open it, however, there was a strong smell of nail polish before I even get to open it. I was thinking "uhoh, hopefully nothing spilled.. " As soon as I opened the package, one of the nail polish was broken due to handling. I guess they were just throwing my package around at the post office.. :( I have to throw that nail polish away because it was broken.. Ahh! T_T Anyway, I'm still happy that I got these items from Australia. There are a lot of things to try that I don't know which one to try first. Haha. :D

Love love love loveeee all the products she sent me. To name a few, she sent me two cuff bracelets, some samples, a sponge (which I'm dying to try), 4 nail polishes (now 3), 2 packs of earrings, max factor mascara, Frizz Ease shampoo and conditioner, savvy lisptick, lipgloss, Get Cheeky Eye and Cheek shimmer, Australis Paparazzi Perfect High Definition Blush, Australis bronzing wand, and so much more... :) She's definitely spoiling me! Hahaha.. <3 Love her!! :D

 

Please check out her blog http://dawndugong.blogspot.com/

 Have you guys done any swap before? :)

xoxo