Project BB Cream | Tony Moly Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream.

Six days. That was exactly how long it took before PLDT fixed my phone line.
Pardon me for ranting, but can you imagine the plight that I was in during those six grueling days? For someone who earns money by blogging and working online, it was like stripping me of my bread and butter. Not to mention being unable to speak to my husband via Skype and missing out on my favorite Kdramas.

To think that I filed a report via the Customer Care hotline the moment my phone line went down. I actually complained by all means possible - I called the hotline, sent an email, tweeted, and I even went to the local business center twice! Sure, I'm glad that I now have my internet connection back, but let me say this - PLDT, your services suck. You have no sense of urgency when it comes to resolving faults and handling customer complaints.

(Takes a deep breath) Ow-kaaay. Now that my internet connection issue is over and done with, let's go back to the order of business - another BB Cream review. Yay!

I did a bit of shopping at Tony Moly some two weeks ago, and the Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream was one of the few items I bought.

Tony Moly Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream.

Not much to read back here, unless you can understand Hangul.

Described as the 'self-luminous BB Cream', the Goddess Aura has three main functions - moisturize the skin, cover blemishes and skin imperfections, and protect the skin from the harmful rays of the sun. See the SPF37 PA++ on the the tube? That's one of the many things I like about this BB Cream.

Squeeze it, baby!

There's nothing fancy schmancy about the packaging (it looks pretty blah, actually), but at least the tube is easy to squeeze and the fine tip makes it easier for you to control how much product you want to dispense. 

A teeny tiny dot of Goddess Aura.

The Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream is light beige in color, which suits fair and light skin complexions nicely. This however, is the only shade available for this product.

Blend, blend, blend!

This BB Cream has a light, non-sticky texture and is very easy to blend. It provides great coverage without looking overdone and gives the skin a radiant, dewy finish. It smells nice, too!

Left without BB Cream. Right with BB Cream.

As for the price, a full-sized tube (45 mL) costs Php 748 (that's around $18). What I bought is actually a set - the Goddess Aura BB Cream and the Pure Aura CC Cream in 30 mL tubes. Set price is Php 948, (around $22) the same price as the regular-sized (50 mL) CC Cream.

BB+CC! :)

What I love:

- Provides great coverage.

- Easy to blend.

- Feels light on the skin.

- Dewy finish.

- Gives the skin a nice, radiant glow.

- Great staying power.

- SPF 37 PA++.

- No break-outs, no allergies, safe for sensitive skin.

- Affordable price.

What you might not like:

- Comes in one shade only.

And here's the customary selfie. The look was inspired by Yoona - Han Ji Hye's character in the weekend drama 'I Summon You Gold'. She's one of my favorite Korean actresses and my ultimate girl crush. Haha!

Products used:
FACE: Majolica Majorca Skin Lingerie Pore Cover,
Tony Moly Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream, Benefit Erase Paste,
Skin79 Skinny Mirror Pact.
EYES: BYS Waterproof Eyeliner, Fairy Drops Volume Burst Mascara,
Ever Bilena Eye Brow Liner.
CHEEKS: Markwins Bronzer Powder.
LIPS: Jordana Kajal Lip Liner in Rose, Miners Matte Factor in Warm Red.

Stay tuned for my review of the CC Cream counterpart! It's coming up next. :)

How to be Frugal?

One of the problems people encounter these days is the fact that we have nothing to get during emergencies simply because we haven’t saved any even from the start. Technically, that’s one of the attitudes mostly people have. In other hand, there are some ends up saving nothing due to other expenses that are needed to be prioritized. Yet, still not a good practice though. Thus, we end up owing our friends, and relatives and such.

What could possibly the best solution to it? There you asked. Of course, in every problem there are solutions. Good thing that we have options to choose for. So far, the best way to solve this issue is to learn how to save and of course learn how your savings grow too.

There are plenty of ways on how on how one can successfully save. And the following are just some of the stuff that can help individuals like you.

• Always keep in mind, in order to get success in saving never to forget the best formula= Income/Salary minus (-) Savings equals (=) Expenses/Budget for the whole season (it can be good for month or weeks).
• As much as possible, learn to list down all the things needed to be bought and to be paid off for the entire season until you get the next budget.
• In terms of food, it’s really advisable to cook in your own. It doesn’t just help you save but it also keeps your family safe and healthy compare in consuming those foods available in the market or fast-food chains. 
• Always try to canvass for products’ prices. It will help you save more especially that there are varieties of brands of products are out in the market these days.
• Try to avoid using credit card/s. Although it can help us in other means yet it is not really helpful in saving up your money for the future. Unlike borrowing to friends, credit card needs you to pay for interest which makes it not really a helpful source.

If you’re on a budget, these practices are really good to apply. It will not just help you to be practical but it will also help you to be responsible in different fields too.

Meanwhile, saving has a lot of purposes too. Aside from keeping it for emergency needs, it can also help individuals and you, yourself too! How? Simple, the following are just some of the ways on how both parties could benefit of your money:

• Depositing your money to (a) bank/s. It’s very common for individuals who are saving to put up their money in banks. Aside from keeping it safely, it also grows through the interest paid by qualified borrowers of the bank/s. In other hand, you don’t just earn by the interest but you also earn a good deed by helping those people during in their need.
• Investing it to business/es. Aside from putting your money to bank, investing it to a business is also a good idea especially that there are varieties of businesses available to choose for, Binary Options (try to read http://binaryoptionstrading247.com/ for more details about it) for instance. However, before fixing your decision try to look for a good business that is suitable for you and at the same time can really help you earn or double your money then since not all businesses give good outputs.

How can it help individuals? Probably, if you start up a business there you could help individuals looking for a work or other sources of income to earn too. And if you come up with a good one, you will be able to open for a position or positions rather that job seekers may find. There, you can help them in that way.

These are just some of the ways on how one can earn out from his or her savings. After all, it will just depend on the person if he or she prefers to keep it safe and never risk his or her money at all or perhaps, does it and earn instead. In short

Chan Sung Jung, and throwback to UFC 163.

Last Saturday, 'Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung battled it out on the octagon with Featherweight Champion Jose Aldo at the HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. And while the odds may not have been in favor of the Korean contender, the fact still remains that Chan Sung Jung is the first Asian to headline a UFC main event and fight for the championship title.

Photo credit: MMA Weekly

A native of Pohang, South Korea, Chan Sung Jung made his professional debut in June 2007. He made his debut in the UFC four years later, in March 2011 at UFC Fight Night 24. Chan Sung Jung's ability to fight aggressively and withstand heavy blows from his opponent has earned him several accolades in the UFC, including the 2012 Submission of the Year and 2012 Fight of the Year awards.

UFC 163 would be the biggest day in Chan Sung Jung's career as a mixed martial arts fighter, and in a pre-fight interview, the Korean Zombie said that he felt great physically and mentally, and will do his best to beat Jose Aldo.

Photo credit: Fighter Fashion

When asked as to how it felt to have reached the pinnacle of his MMA career, the 26-year-old Taekwondo black belter said, "It's been my goal and dream for several years now, so it means the world to me. I know that it would push MMA in Korea to the next level if I win, so a victory would be that much more important."

Unfortunately, the Korean Zombie dislocated his shoulder during his match against Jose Aldo, which brought about a TKO loss in the fourth round. This would be his first loss in four UFC fights.

Photo credit: MMA Fighting

"...when I separated my shoulder, I tried to put it back in myself, but it didn't work, and I think Jose noticed my shoulder was out, and he kicked me three times really hard. So unfortunately, the shoulder was not able to be put back in," said Chan Sung Jung during the post-fight press conference. Thankfully, the medical team was able to pop the shoulder back in and the Korean Zombie was able to speak before the press (together with his translator) - arm sling, bandages, and all.

Would the Korean Zombie ask for a rematch?
"As far as the rematch goes, I would love to get a rematch," he answered. "I would love to ask for a rematch, but I think there are other people that are waiting in line, and I probably have to get a couple more wins in the division before they'll give me another shot at the title."

Sure, the Korean Zombie would have to work his way back up to the Featherweight ladder, and even he knows that for a fact. Here's hoping that he gets better soon - last I heard he also has an orbital fracture on top of the dislocated shoulder. His fans in and outside of Korea (including me!) will be looking forward to his return to the Octagon, and hopefully, for another shot at the title.

Wordless Wednesday #49 | Healthy Eating.

Surviving without rice! :)

Spotlight | Etude House Eraser Show Line Remover Stick.

The first time I saw this meme, I totally cracked up. Because I've had my own share of eyeliner boo-boos, and I can totally relate with this dilemma. Haha!

Photo credit: We Know Memes

But now that I've discovered this handy makeup tool, I no longer have to worry about 'being a panda'.

Eraser Show!

Ta-daa! It's the Etude House Eraser Show Line Remover Stick, which I bought for only Php 148 at Etude House's Alabang Town Center branch. And that's the regular price, mind you. :)

English text, for your reference.

'This makeup remover cream stick swiftly and precisely wipes away smudges, flaking, and other makeup mistakes. Infused with Argan Oil, it erases even waterproof formula skin.' - So goes the product description.

It looks like a Vicks inhaler, lol.

The product comes in one size only (2 mL), and the stick itself looks like this. Kinda reminds me of a Vicks inhaler, haha. This one smells really nice, though. The scent actually reminds me of Laneige's Water Sleeping Pack EX. The product is very easy to use, and has a creamy, slightly oily (but not icky) texture when applied.

Here's the Line Remover Stick in action. I used it to remove my BYS Waterproof Eyeliner, which is tough against soap and water (ergo, it's really waterproof).

Etude House Eraser Show Line Remover Stick vs
BYS Waterproof Eyeliner.

Now that's one very thick coat! :)

The line starts to come off after three swipes of the Line Remover Stick.

Wipe it off completely with tissue or cotton and there you have it -
no traces of the eyeliner left on my skin!

What I love:

- Cute, sleek packaging.

- Product is easy to use.

- Works effectively, even on waterproof eyeliners.

- Smells nice.

- Safe for sensitive skin.

- Doesn't sting the eyes.

- Affordable price.

What you might not like:

- None that I can think of. :)

Impressed by the Etude House Eraser Show Line Remover Stick? I am.
I'd say this is a must-have for anyone who loves to wear/do makeup (eyeliners, in particular) - whether you're a newbie with makeup or a professional makeup artist or just a makeup junkie (like me) who wants to avoid becoming a panda. Haha!