Product Review :: Skin Food Black Sugar Mask

The product I want to review today is Skin Food's Black Sugar Mask. I actually went into Skin Food about 5 times before actually buying this product to try out for myself. These days, my skin has been having a mind of its own. It is rough and starts breaking out in random spots, so I thought it was time I get a good exfoliating mask.

Puppy 101 :: NEW BarkBox Subscription!

To all my fellow dog lovers, hello!

I feel like I've been neglecting my puppy posts for way too long!

Ever since I saw hollyannaeree from Youtube talking about this subscription, I have been wanting to give it a try. And now that I have my own job, this is the first thing that I wanted to get for Candy. For those of you that don't know Candy, she is my little Chorkie. She will turn 4 years old this November.

#MessyFurDontCare

Recently, I came across the code "EXTRAREMIX" to get an extra month of BarkBox. Because I wasn't sure if Candy would like her subscription, I started off by buying one box. And because I used the code, she will be getting a free box next month.

This is how BarkBox works. First, you choose the size of your dog, and then, choose the number of months you want to be subscribed for. You have the pay for the number of boxes up front, but this money is going towards helping dogs in need. It's a very good cause, so I definitely don't mind paying upfront.  

After a couple of week of waiting, Candy's box finally came in today! As you can tell, I didn't wait too long before posting this on my blog. This is how excited I am about it! When I opened the box, this is what I saw: 

Nature Box :: Free Sample Box Review

Hey Everyone!

Once again, I am so sorry for NOT posting my regular posts this week! I feel so guilty every day for not having something ready to post! I'll try my best to write more during the small breaks that I get.

Lately, I've been reading Liz's posts on her website, My Subscription Addiction. I came across a code on Facebook offering a free box of Nature Box goodies, so I decided to give it a GO!! I also loved the idea that I could do a little taste test before fully diving into the monthly subscription. After about a week of waiting, I finally received my box! :)

I was super excited to try this out because I've heard nothing but good things about this subscription. But, I think I may have expected way TOO much from this box. Or maybe it was because it's a sample box? 

Anyways, this is what I ended up receiving. I apologize for not having a full picture with everything inside. I thought this little post card listed what was inside, but I was wrong. In the end, I only ended up liking the big bag. It was little pieces of popcorn with a little bit of sea salt. I really wanted to like this box of goodies, so I was SO sad when it ended up not working for me. 

Hey readers, if you have ever tried Nature Box and found something that was REALLY good. Let me know! I am willing to give this subscription another try.  

Mini Haul :: Nature Republic, Too Faced, JetPens

Hii Everyone,

I know I usually have blog posts on Thursdays, whether it's a Talk it Out or Product Review post. However, this week, I have been a little busy with work, and never had a chance to sit at my computer to actually type.

So, because I missed my Thursday post, I'm substituting it for my 2nd mini-haul post! Towards, the end of September, there was a Korean Festival that happened here in LA. I was volunteering at the Korean-American Nurses Association booth, and during one of our breaks, I went to the Nature Republic booth and had somewhat of a splurge purchase. While I talking to one of the representatives, I found out they are opening their very own Nature Republic store in Rancho Cordova! And according to Yelp, it is already open and in business! :) I have used the majority of these products and will do a more thorough review on each because I definitely do have some opinions to share on each one.

Onto my next product. On September 18th, Ulta sold their Too Faced's Shadow Insurance Primer for $10! It was such a steal that I wanted to try one out for myself. Most of the time, I use Maybelline's 24 Color Tattoo as my base color and find that I don't need a separate primer. I can definitely do another separate review on this product too.

Lastly, my friends and I got together and made a JetPens purchase! Besides makeup and beauty products, I do have a bit of an obsession with stationary and pens. I just learned from my parents that I have had one ever since I was a little kid :P

Today's post my have not been too interesting, but thank you for reading! :) 

Manicure Monday :: Essie Eternal Optimist

Happy Monday Everyone!

For today's Mani-Monday, I have Essie's Eternal Optimist on. This is one of my FAVORITE dusty pink shades. I want to say it's very similar to China Glaze's Primrose, which was part of the Limited Edition Hunger Games collection. Is anyone like me and likes saving their limited edition products because you're afraid to run out? Well, hopefully... I'm not the only one.

Anyways, one thing that I love about the Essie polishes is that they last very long without top and base coats. Also, they don't get streaky and bubbly even if you have to apply a couple of layers. I am wearing 2 coats on most of my nails, but actually, for some, I have 3 coats on. You really can't tell the difference, huh?

So readers, do you have a favorite pink nail polish that's wearable on an everyday basis? Let me know in the comments down below! 

Product Review :: The Face Shop Face It Lipstick

I know, I know you're probably all thinking, "Gloria, it's Fall. You should start reviewing vampy lip products." Don't get me wrong, I love my vampy plum lipsticks, but for my first lippie review, I decided talk about a beginner's product. This product is The Face Shop Face It Long Keep Lipstick in OR201. 

It looks a little too bright for a beginner lipstick, right? But take a look at my swatch down below! It's a product that has properties of a lipstick and a lip-tint! At first, I was a bit hesitant about purchasing this product, but it was definitely worth while. This is one of the products that I always seem to have with me in my bag because it's so easy to wear. I'm pretty sure I've mastered putting this on without a mirror. ;)

So, unfortunately, here comes my criticism. This product really accentuates your dry and cracked lips. I find myself having to exfoliate and moisturize my lips before applying. Also, for me, it sometimes leaves a white film on the inner portion of my lips. I actually find that with a lot of my lip balms as well, so if you know why, please let me know in the comments down below! I am not sure if I would repurchase this item, just because there's way too many lip products I want to try.  

Rating: 8/10