Spotlight | Ever Bilena Eyeshadow Palette.

When I came home from my Korea trip a few weeks ago, a bunch of packages were literally waiting for me at my doorstep. And inside one of those packages were these Eyeshadow Palettes from Ever Bilena. These palettes were launched sometime last December, and it's always a thrill for me to get first dibs on Ever Bilena's new products.

Ever Bilena Eyeshadow Palettes.

Ingredients and other product info at the back.

The Ever Bilena Eyeshadow Palettes come in a sleek and compact packaging with a transparent plastic lid. Underneath the lid is a mirror, which comes in handy when you're travelling, and the usual sponge tip applicator. Both palettes contain six eyeshadow pans.

Ever Bilena Eyeshadow Palette in Pink.

The shades in the Pink Eyeshadow Palette are warm, vivid, and shimmery, which makes this palette more suitable for parties and nights-out.

Six shimmery shades.

The first two shades in this palette can be used as a highlighter, while the right-most shade can be used as an eyeliner. Shade #3 is a lovely frosted pink shade, while shades #4 and #5 are gorgeous hues of rose gold.

Shades 1-4 at the top, shades 5-6 at the bottom.

On the other hand, the Brown Eyeshadow Palette contains cool and muted earth colors that are perfect for daily wear.

Ever Bilena Eyeshadow Palette in Brown.

The leftmost shade in this palette can be used as a highlighter, while the last shade on the right can double as an eyeliner. Shades #2 and #3 have a matte finish, while shade #4 has a pearlescent finish with a hint of shimmer.

Gotta love them earth colors!

I love how all the shades in both palettes are nicely pigmented, and how the colors stay on for hours. I also love the soft, buttery texture of these eyeshadows, which makes them easy to apply and blend. They do have a bit of fall-out so I suggest you use a primer to lessen the fall-out and to extend the product's wear time as well.

Shades 1-4 on top, shades 5 and 6 at the bottom.

The best part? These eyeshadow palettes cost only Php 150 each! Not only are they very affordable, they can also be easily bought at department stores, supermarkets, and even drugstores nationwide. 

If you're on the lookout for quality eyeshadow without having to bust your budget, I would highly recommend these palettes from Ever Bilena. :)

Big Necklaces Can Make a Statement.

Among the biggest trends in fashion today is the "statement" necklace. These necklaces are given that name because they tend to be large, eye-catching, and make a true statement about the wearer's fashion choices and personality.

There are several different varieties of statement necklaces that are available for purchase in most stores and boutiques today. One of the more expensive options may be a necklace that includes actual gemstones. With these necklaces, a single, large gem hanging as a pendant can make a bold statement alone. Other options in this style can include necklaces made up of a great many smaller stones. These necklaces may feature stones arranged in an elaborate pattern.

Photo credit: Glamour.

A second bold option comes in the form of large, elaborate necklaces that feature natural-looking items. Some popular statement necklaces are made with glass, plastic, or other materials that are formed into the shape of flowers, butterflies, or other types of plants or animals. These necklaces are geared toward being worn with both formal and informal clothing, and tend to be a little less expensive than gemstone necklaces.

Tribal necklaces can also make a huge statement for the wearer, and are available for both women and men. These necklaces range in style vastly, depending on where you buy them and what type of necklace you may be looking for. Some feature long, oval-shaped stones surrounded by beading. Others mimic the style of regular statement necklaces, with large and small stones scattered throughout in a big pattern. While other statement necklaces are elaborate, they are not generally as brightly colored as those patterned after the jewelry worn by members of native tribes.

Finally, statement necklaces can come in the form of plentiful beads. These necklaces are available in a wide range of colors, and they consist of many different strands of beads fused together to form one large necklace. This style is popular in many different parts of the country among women from all walks of life due to its modern, yet classic look.

Making a statement is not hard, especially if you find the right type of jewelry. The catch with statement necklaces is to choose pieces individually. Don't overwhelm your body with too many large jewelry pieces, or with clothing featuring too many patterns. Keep it simple and let your chosen jewelry truly shine.

Top Accessories for Improving Your Home’s Décor.

The way your home looks is probably pretty important to you. It’s not just about what guests think when they enter your home either. You don’t want to live in a place that’s not as nice as it could be with some minor upgrades, do you?

While most homeowners want a nice place to live, most simply don’t know how to achieve the look that they’re going for. Believe it or not, picking appropriate and exciting accessories is one of the biggest problems many people face.

Use this guide to help you spruce up your home without spending tons of money on new furniture, replacing draperies or painting the walls. You might be surprised at how great your space looks with just a few new additions.

What a difference a fish tank makes.

Improve Your Lighting
Your lighting makes a huge difference in a space, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it is one of the first things we would tell you to improve. Without proper lighting you won’t even be able to see the pieces of furniture and art that you’re using in your home.

To improve your overall lighting, consider things like backlighting plants and even your walls. Small touches like this can really help. Bigger fixtures that sit on the floor can also give your home more visual appeal.

Make sure you update the lighting around your home designed for tasks as well. Task lighting, like lamps, will play a major role in how functional your home is.

Add a Fish Tank
You’ve probably heard that watching fish can be incredibly relaxing, but you may not have thought about fish as home décor before. While you’ll have to feed them and clean the tanks once in a while, Biorb fish tanks can look really great in almost any space.

Try adding a fish tank to your bedroom, living room, den or your office. You just might find yourself more relaxed and comfortable in your own home too.

Buy Some Art 
Whether you’re going to splurge on art from a world-renowned gallery or you’re going to buy prints online, art can make a dramatic difference in how your home looks and feels. From adding color to simply giving the eye something to focus on, a home without art really isn’t a finished home.

Buy art that you love and work around that. That’s the best method for most people.

Pucker Up! | Tony Moly Kiss Lover Lip Lux Glow Gloss.

I usually have a hard time choosing which makeup to bring whenever I go on a trip, but for last year's Seoul Searching trip, I made it a point to pack just a few makeup items. And it's not because I was trying to maximize luggage space. I just wanted needed a reason for me to buy new makeup whilst I was there. Haha!

Well, I did bring along these lip glosses from Tony Moly because I wanted my husband to see how much I appreciate his gifts. Yes, he bought these for me a few months back, and I've been using them from time to time - I just never had the chance to blog about it.

Tony Moly Kiss Lover Lip Lux Glow Gloss.

The Tony Moly Kiss Lover Lip Lux Glow Gloss line was launched towards the end of 2014, with eight different shades in the collection. The ones that I have are #3 Dolly Pink and #5 May Pink.

Directions for use written in English.

Shade number indicated at the bottom.

I love this product's packaging - simple yet very classy. The bottle is actually see-through, so it's easy to tell if you're running on empty and need to buy a new one.

Simple and classy.

Unlike the usual doe-foot applicator, the Lip Lux Glow Gloss has a rounded sponge tip that kinda looks like a cotton bud. My son tells me it looks like a platypus tail. (Where's Perry?!)

The lip gloss itself is very easy to apply and glides on your lips like a dream. It has a lightweight formula that doesn't feel sticky and doesn't leave your lips with an icky feel. It moisturizes the lips quite well, which is why I wore these almost on a daily basis while I was in Korea. Having experienced below freezing temperature first-hand made me realize why most Korean girls wear lip glosses or lip tints and not matte lipsticks especially during winter.

Now here's how the glosses look like up close. #3 Dolly Pink, which looks very pigmented, is actually a sheer shade of pink.

#3 Dolly Pink.

#5 May Pink is a warmer shade of fuchsia pink. 

#5 May Pink.

Here's how they look like when swatched.

#3 Dolly Pink on the left, #5 May Pink on the right.

And when worn.

#3 Dolly Pink.

I love the glassy finish of these glosses, and how both shades make my lips look healthy and glowing.

#4 May Pink.

It was a good decision on my part to toss the matte lippies aside and bring the Lip Lux Glow Gloss to Korea instead. These babies really saved my lips from drying and chapping!

What I love:

- Classy packaging.

- Easy to apply.

- Non-sticky.

- Does not feel heavy on the lips.

- The mild, fruity scent.

- Decent staying power.

- The color and the glassy finish.

- Moisturizes the lips.

What you might not like:

- If you're planning to use Dolly Pink on its own, you might find the pigmentation a bit sheer. But if you're aiming for the natural, no-makeup look, this shade will work just fine. :)

The Tony Moly Kiss Lover Lip Lux Glow Gloss sells for 9800 won a pop. In the Philippines, they're priced at Php 598 each.

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Berry Bliss Natural Body Butter.

As I was browsing through my blog posts from the previous year, I realized how bad my blogger burnout had been. It was so bad that the last time I did a product review was around this time in September. Maaan, that's like - four months ago! I hope I don't suffer from burnout once again. Otherwise, it might take me a year or so to recover. Just kidding. :)

Anyway, last Saturday, I had the opportunity to attend Human Heart Nature's Magalogue Turnover (their first for the year) and witness the unveiling of their new skincare products. I also had the privilege to get first dibs on two of the products that were launched that day, thanks to my good friend Elaine, Branch Operator of the Laguna Concept Store.

Still feels like Christmas. :)

I'll tell you about my experience with the Strawberry Exfoliating Bar in a different post so for now, let me just focus on the Berry Bliss Natural Body Butter.

Berry Bliss Natural Body Butter.

I am beyond thrilled to have received - and used - this product because for one, it smells amazing. It's no secret that I have a thing for strawberry-scented products, and this one tickles my olfactory nerves spot on. It reeks of strawberry - though not cloyingly sweet - with a scent that lingers on the skin for hours.

Product details at the back of the tube.

It also has the right consistency - neither too thick nor too runny, which makes it a breeze to apply and allows for easier skin absorption. It does not feel sticky or greasy, and doesn't leave the skin with a heavy feel.

Swatching the Berry Bliss Body Butter...

Plus, it's made with all-natural ingredients just the way Human Heart Nature products should be. This Natural Body Butter is enriched with cocoa butter and aloe vera to intensively moisturize and soften the skin. It also contains sunflower oil, avocado oil, and soybean oil to make the skin glowing, and it's also packed with antioxidants to keep the skin looking naturally healthy.

Applying it liberally on my skin! 

Had this product been launched earlier (say, last December), I would have brought it all the way to Seoul. South Korea's winter weather was so cold and harsh, which made my skin dry and flaky. I had to apply lotion several times a day just to keep my skin moisturized. Next time I spend the holidays in Korea, I will make sure to bring a tube or two of this Natural Body Butter along. Heck, I'll bring this even if it's spring or autumn! :)

What I love:

- The scent!

- Consistency is just right.

- Keeps the skin soft, smooth, and healthy-looking.

- Made with natural ingredients.

- Contains no harmful chemicals.

- Cruelty-free.

- Proudly Philippine-made.

What you might not like:

- Be wary if you're allergic to soy as this product contains soybean oil.

The Berry Bliss Natural Body Butter comes in one size only (200 grams) and sells for Php 299.75. This product is available at the Human Heart Nature website, and at Human Heart Nature branches nationwide.