My First Zalora Experience Review: So good!

My first ever Zalora purchase arrived last Friday, 11/6.  I was so ecstatic because it was all smooth sailin'!

I placed my order last 11/1 and opted for a bank transfer payment. I even sent an email to Zalora to make sure that they received my payment (Nanigurado talaga ako XD. The email support representative immediately responded to reassure me. Impressive customer service! :D)

Around 11/3 or 11/4, they confirmed my payment and immediately informed me that they will be sending my purchase.

Voila, on 11/5, Zalora texted me that their delivery guy will be at our doorstep anytime within 8 am - 5pm. Unfortunately, there was no one at home when the delivery guy came. He immediately called and settled that he'll just drop my purchase at our village entrance (poor delivery guy).

Finally, I got my first ever Zalora purchase!

It came in a box with your name on the top panel. 

The bottom came out with a warning.  You'll feel really special as a customer. :3

Unboxing...

Inside the box:  Customer copy receipt, Order replacement instructions, the item.

The item:  Carefully wrapped with a bubble wrap and wrapped with another plastic case.

The item, inside the pouch:  The item even has a tag on it.  You are assured you are getting a real deal, no counterfeits!

Not only that the Zalora team quickly catered my order, they also have great customer service. I'm also trully impressed on how they take care of the things they deliver.  You'll feel really special as a customer.

I would definitely place another order from Zalora when the time comes! And, good news, they offer big discounts if you download and purchase with their app.

Check out Zalora and experience a great online shopping!

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My first Lazada.ph experience review

My friend and I are first time shoppers in Lazada.  We wanted to try and experience shopping from their site.  Just about the right time, my Etude House retractable brush died on me.  So I thought, this is a good chance!

My friend ordered a powerbank and I ordered an Ecotools brush set.  My friend and I ordered together to take advantage of the free shipping.  We placed the  order last Thursday 10/15/2015.

My order arrived before than my friend's!  I got it last Wednesday, 10/21/2015.  Amazing!  I was really excited XD.  My friend said that gadgets may take time to be delivered.  So, he's still on the plateau phase of waiting.

I was really excited.  Aside from being my first Lazada purchase, this would be my first Ecotools set too!  And lo and behold when I opened the package~~~~ 

My excitement went from 10 then down...

NOTE:  Photos were taken with Asus Zenfone 2 Laser.  Images are so crisp! XD

From the logo itself, it screams fake already!

Judge them yourself.

From the looks of the brushes, they don't have the burnt "Ecotools" embedded on their handles.

Powder brush up close: Notice the ferrule.

The pouch:  No "Ecotools" sewn.

The package:  Leaf prints are not detailed.

Well, there you have it.  My first Lazada experience is like a 6/10 for me.  The delivery was fast, really fast for that matter.  However, I didn't expect that they would sell a counterfeit (At the back of my mind, I'm hoping that I am wrong.  You judge them yourself and prove me wrong XD).

On the bright side, the brushes feel soft.  I will get back to you on how they perform.

With this experience, I will not purchase brushes from Lazada anymore.  I'll buy from legit resellers next time.

How about you, have experienced something like this from Lazada?

By the way, my friend's order hasn't arrived yet as of this moment.  They're really hitting the 7-10 day mark, I guess.

Gear up for the HOLIDAYS with The Body Shop!

I was browsing my Facebook feed awhile ago and lo and behold!

Photo from The Body Shop, Philippines Facebook page

There you have it guys!  The Body Shop is on SALE up to 50% OFF on many of our favorite scents.  Save more also with their sets and bundles.  Hurry and finalize your wishlist(s).  They will be on sale until November 4th.  I already have mine but maybe, I might get some for gift giving ^_^.

Visit The Body Shop, Philippines for more details.

The next best things are 50-70% OFF SALE (at The Body Shop)!

We all know the best things in life are free... and for me, the next best things are 50-70% OFF SALE! (capslock kasi intense XD)

Yesterday, we went to SM City at Ecoland. My primary concern was just to check out shoes and then, I saw SALE at The Body Shop! To my luck, most are on at least 25 - 50% off. I instantly decided to buy my favorite body butter. I just had to, 'cause if I didn't, who knows if I got extra cash again for my self  (I'm quite frugal XD)

Strawberry Body Butter is L<3VE!

I'm not sure when the sale would end.  I checked out the tarp and it didn't really say when.  I didn't even bother asking the SA.  I just jumped right in and bought my fave body butter (#^o^#).  I also checked The Body Shop's Facebook account and there wasn't any really mention of any sale.  So, I'm guessing, it's just a local store sale of sort.  Maybe because of Eid'l Adha and the long weekend? I don't know.

Just hurry up and visit your The Body Shop store branches and take advantage of their up to 50% SALE!  Maybe it'll be until tomorrow or until the end of the month!  (Crossing my fingers on that!)

A Short Break from Hiatus

Wao... poor me!

I haven't been updating this blog for a long time.  In fact, I haven't been really writing so much. Things have gotten busy actually and I can't find my zen to write.  I have just been on the sidelines.  Just a spectator at the moment.

But let me just tell you that, I have tried Etude House CC Cream in Silky this month and my essentials are hitting pan or have hit pan already.  I hope I can tell you my piece on this when I find my peace.

And I hope I get that back soon. :)

The Faceshop Buy 1, Get 1 on Lip & Cheek Aqua Tint

The Face Shop has it again with a Buy 1 Get 1 Sale!  Only this time, they're offering their promo on the Lip & Cheek Aqua Tint.  I took a swatch of this before when I was looking for another good tint.  I guess this time is the best time to get two of them!

This promo runs from June 20 to July 31, 2015.  Check out their Facebook page for more details.

I want one or two of them!  Do you want them too?

Etude House Milky You One Step Cleansing Foam Review

Hi guise!  Happy Mom's Day!

I've been thinking about overhauling my blog again but, I think it would really matter a lot.  Another idea is that, I think I should re-organize on how I write about my findings on the products that I want to share.  I get too lazy most of the time and sometimes, when the inspiration strikes, I just want to write from my phone (though it's not that smart yet XD).  So, maybe, I should just make my own findings very concise and easy to understand. I guess, I should just start right now. #^o^#

Actually, I've had the drafts of this finding for quite a while already.  I believe, however, it still is never to too late to share about it.

So anyways...  I have used Etude House Milky You One Step Cleansing Foam sometime last year.  What made me buy this was that, the EH store at SM  Lanang Premiere ran out of the Baking Powder facial foam at the time.  I decided buying this type because of the convenience of being a one step facial cleanser.  Hurray!

Etude House Milky You One Step Cleansing Foam in full size, about 150 ml.

What I found interesting:
There are two types of instructions on how to use Etude House Milky You One Step Cleansing Foam:

i.  With Makeup:  Disperse an ample amount on your palms and gently massage to every inch of your face, starting with the cheeks, nose and ending with the forehead. (Thus, the image instruction below ^o^)  The process will actually make the foam to be stiff, making it more effective in absorbing and removing all that gunk on your face.
ii.  With No Makeup:  Simply dispense an ample amount on your palms to create foam and gently lather on your face.  That simple!

Actual instructions, whether you're wearing makeup or not.

With makeup, start massaging from the cheeks, nose and end at the forehead.

Of course, it is recommended to use and rinse off with lukewarm water.

What I like:

• The consistency - Watery for a foam but lathers really well.
• Non-drying - , Whether or not you're wearing makeup, it still leaves your face moisturized,smooth and soft.  (Thanks to the milk!)
• Less is more - An ample amount means a small pea size and it lathers and foams so well.
• Affordable
• No breakouts from using this one!

What I don't like:

• None!

In a nutshell:

I definitely love this facial foam!  I got the sample size of this from a mini haul and it lasted me a month and a half.  The full size lasted me around six to eight months.  It's a practical buy. ^_^
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Buying again?
Yes!  (However, by the time that I finished the full-sized tube, the EH store didn't have this one and they got the Baking Powder one.  Talk about irony!  So, right now, I have the Baking Powder foam.  I could alternate with these two facial cleansers with no sweat.  Feeling lucky !^o^!)

How about you?  Have you tried Etude House Milky You One Step Cleansing Foam?  For the price, visit, Etude House Philippines website or their Facebook page.

Please do share how you find it.  Happy Mom's day again!  ^___^

Buy 1 Get 1 Sale at The Faceshop!

Hi guise!

Isn't summer so hot hot hot?! And it's hotter with all the SALEs goin' on.

One of my friends tagged me in Instagram with The Faceshop's month-long Buy 1 Get 1 Sale and I was extra ecstatic because my fave eye makeup, eyebrow makeup, is up for grabs with the offer. XD

The Faceshop Lovely me:ex Design My Eyebrow in 03 Black Brown

Actually, I don't really frequent Faceshop (I'm quite a fan of their competion XD), so I'm like on a foreign territory. I haven't tried their products yet but I adore their travel containers (sturdy and so cute ^_^). I just have read reviews of their beauty products online and tested some, like their tints, which are really pigmented. So this sale is a great opportunity for me to try some, especially their Lovely me:ex Design My Eyebrow.

I know I have promised a lot of my own findings. They're coming and please bear with me m(___)m. I assure you though that the Lovely me:ex Design My Eyebrow is pigmented. Well the real test would be for me to try it on. I promise to share my findings on that.

Aside from this great sale... I was also quite delighted with sales attendant who accommodated me.  After paying and before packing my purchases, she informed me that she may need to open the purchases to check if there are any defects.  She made sure that the pencils were not broken.  One of them was broken and she replaced it immediately.  Glad that she checked it for me.  In a way, it'll save me so much on the product.

The Buy 1 Get 1 Sale happens for this month.  They got other items on sale too, you can check their Facebook page or visit The Faceshop store now! :D

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My Finds from the SM's Members Only Sale!

I kinda forgot that today is SM's Members Only Sale!  So, if you're an SMAC holder, you get to enjoy 10% OFF your purchases.

I was really quite surprised when the cashier told me this and I paid less than what I expected to pay for these items!

What I got:

Palty Tsubaki Camellia Oil Hair Treatment - It's a leave-on treatment.  I believe it's the same thing that is included in Palty Hair Dyes.  I love their leave-on treatment!  It's light and not sticky.  It doesn't sting and a little goes a long way.

Belo Sun Expert sun block for face - I'm giving this a good try. :D

Maybelline Baby Lips SPF20 Lip Balm - My Mary Kay Satin Lips lip balm already ran out.  I'm giving this a good try as well.

How about you?  How much did you spend on the SM Members Only Sale? XD

Palty Hair Dye in Milk Tea Brown Review: I success at dyeing!

So last night, I dyed my hair with Palty Hair Dye in Milk Tea Brown.  This was my first time using a DIY hair dye in my entire life.  Prior to choosing Palty, I have considered getting a bubble hair dye from a well-known Korean brand.  To my unfortunate  or fortunate  luck, two branches that I went to didn't have the shade that I want at the time I decided that I want to buy.  And it was pricier than I expected so I reconsidered my options.  I finally decided getting Palty after reading many reviews about it again and it was a little cheaper than the Korean brand.

I wanted to dye my hair because I believe the lighter hair color makes me livelier and younger. ohohoohoh.  I have strong black hair and felt really bored about it already.  Imagine, 20+ years of strong, black hair!  That's why I had it colored last year and I want to maintain it.  It could be pretty expensive doing this in a salon on a quarterly basis so thank God for DIY hair products. :D

My hair color before,already uneven.

I came to know about Palty hair dye way back in 2011, when I was still working online.  I had a lot of chances getting to know this product and read about a lot of positive reviews about its effectivity.  I also read about some so-so and negative comments about it.  Nonetheless, I bought it because the positives outweight the negatives.

I got the Milk Tea Brown and was skeptical because the box showed a lighter result but there's a swatch at the box and shows the expected results depending on your current hair color.  If your hair has been bleached blonde before application, I bet you'll get the exact color on the box.  You can sport a Tsubasa Miyakawa look right away. :D

My result is the one on the top right.
Photo Credits to erikkajjang.  Click here for her demo and review!

My hair after, taken under fluorescent room lighting and sunny filter from the camera.

Since this product has been in the market for quite awhile,  there were a lot demos already out in many different blogs and vlogs.  Thank God for that I don't have to do a demo. :P

So in a nutshell,

What I Like:

• I found it really easy to do!  The box already came witrh English texts, compared to before that it only contained Japanese texts.  One had to strongly rely on the images and had to read or watch demos about it.
• It didn't sting!
• It evenly covered my hair!  Though, I have strong gray hairs that refused to change color.  I got the same effect when I had my hair colored at the salon.  At least, the ones on my bangs followed suit. :D
• It didn't dried out my hair.  While I was rinsing my hair, my hair wasn't  stiff at all to my surprise.  I was expecting it would be really stiff like broom hair but it wasn't.  I just shampooed twice and didn'r bother conditioning it. LOL  I put on the Tsubaki hair moisturizer that came along with it and voila!

What I don't like:

• The smell can be a little bothersome.  It was not pleasant for me but my Mom said that it was fine and didn't sting her nose. (Her olfactory nerves can be sensitive. XD)
• There was no cape.  This is no biggie but it would be nice to have a free cape don't you think?

Thank God that this product is now available in SM department and grocery stores and in Watsons.  I don't have to look it up in online stores anymore.  However, the shades are pretty limited so you may still want to look up online stores for other outrageous shades.

I really like what my hair had become, I might repurchase this shade again.  It only costs for Php 389.75 from the SM Lanang grocery store.  I'm pretty happy with my first experience with Palty Hair Dye. !^o^!

Achievement Unlocked 2014!

Hi Guise!

It really took me awhile to update my mundane 2015 wishlist.  I was kinda thinking that maybe I won't be updating it anymore or maybe I don't really have anything in mind to have in my possession anymore  Technically, my mundane wishlist is about the things that  I really want to have in my collection.  Mostly are books but I got some things that are worth investing such as must haves in one's closet, like the loafers that I really love!

I only got three (3) items last year.  I'm carrying over the ones that I wasn't able to get last year to this year.  Maybe modify the list a little.

I'm listing my 2015 list and I guess as of now I can say, they will be just novels for the moment.  If you want to check it out, check it on my pages above.

How about you?  Do you have your own 2015 wishlist?  Tell me all about it. :D

Great Finds from The Great Three-Day Sale

Today marks the last day of The Great Three Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier. Here are the stuff that I bought.



All stuff are for the BB and I wasn't able to get some for me. :( That's okay thought. These finds were prized really low. I was really confident going for a little spree.

Well, I hope some of the stores would still have their sale until this week. I saw some shoes that I'd really want to have. Crossing my fingers on that XD.

So, I guess, see you again Great Three-Day Sale!

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The Great 3 Day Sale 2015

Today marks the first day of The Great 3-Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier.  Get up to 70% off on great items.  Today's sale is ending in a little while but you can still enjoy longer hours tomorrow.  Shopping hours will be ON until midnight!

See you there!

A Steal from Terranova!

Hi guys! I miss you all and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

I checked out Terranova at SM Lanang Premiere for a fitted jacket. I found this instead!



It's a brown braided faux leather belt. From Php495 to Php350, I think I got quite a steal!

Terranova at SM Lanang Premiere and other participating stores are currently on a Clearance Sale until the 11th. This is a great opportunity to take if you missed out on giving someone or yourself some holiday gift giving. ^_^

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