June Favorites ♡

It is the first day of July! It's time for my June favorites. I don't do these favorites every single month because I don't really try any new things every month. But here are some things I've been loving this June.

I got these for my birthday last year. Sadly last Christmas I was running and my phone fell and the plug to insert the headphones got bent (although I don't know how that was possible) so there are some problems with them now. You can still hear things perfectly but the volume buttons no longer work and when people call me and I have these headphones on, sometimes they can't really hear me. So these are just regular headphones now. I'm so sad but it's still really worth it. You can change out the earbuds depending on how much of the surroundings you want to mute, if that makes sense. Hahah. If you guys were wondering, these are the Light Pink Earbuds Beats by Dr. Dre.

I've had these products for a while now. The most recent purchase from this set has to be the Burt's Bees lip balm. From left to right, I purchased the Gimme Brow by Benefit and Baby Skin Pore Erase by Maybelline from the Philippines when I visited over winter break. I really love these! These are both great products and I really love the pore eraser because it's a clear gel and it does the job for ya! This is weird but I use the travel sized BB Cream from Naked. I just think it's really cute and this is my second bottle. But I think soon, I'll be purchasing the regular size. Now, the lip balm is great. I love it because it's really moisturizing and it is sooo refreshing! It's like minting so it's smell good too!

I got this light pink eyelash curler from the Philippines and it's from Etude House. I think it's a great product - maybe not the best eyelash curler out there but I loved the color! The one in the middle is either a sample size/travel size is Cils Booster XL Vitamin-Infused Mascara Primer and my Aunt just gave it to me because she got it for me to try out. And of course, everyone knows the They're Real Mascara by Benefit. This helps my lashes long and curled. It doesn't clump unless you put like thousands of layers and it does a great job of keeping your lashes looking nice and full.

Now this is my most recent purchase! I've been eyeing the Urban Decay Palettes for a while now. It's going to be my senior year and I wanted to get some make up that I could use for my senior year pictures and dances, and other special events for the future! I was thinking about buying the Naked 3 but things happened. I'll probably make another post-review about this palette. I mean I'm not a make up expert of beauty guru so don't count on it. But you guys can see how I ended up choosing this palette instead of the new one and other opinions I had on this palette and what not! But overall, I'm excited to start using this and practicing my skills with make up and artistry, hahah.

Last favorite! I bought this a couple days before I bought my Naked 2 Palette and I love these shoes just as much! These are the jelly flats seen from American Apparel or Urban Outfitters.

However, I got these babies from Aldo. I bought these jellies from Aldo because AA and UO didn't have them in this color wish is like a nude/super light pink and I tried the black ones on and they didn't make my feet look flattering. So, I got these! And I wear them like every single day now!

I hope you guys liked this post and find new things to try out for July!

Summer Must-Haves! ♡

I decided to make a collage of things I think you should have for your summer adventures this year!

Rainbow Sandals are so comfortable and easy to wear! They're perfect for any type of outfit.

But you'll also need a pair of comfortable and trendy shoes! White or Black Converse also go with any type of outfit. And you won't get your cute little toes stepped on when going on adventures. 

Some basics you'll need for summer:

Of course, always have some sunscreen, lip balm, hair ties, some body mist, sunglasses, cute hats, and a baithing suit! Make sure you're always protecting your skin with sunscreen and wearing a hat to protect your face. You don't want to walk around looking like a tomato this summer! I mean, unless that's your style- no shame. 

Lastly, electronics because who doesn't like documenting their adventures and making cool videos! Having external batteries like the Mophie and Anker will be handy on long trips, road trips, or if you'll be using your phone a lot for pictures and videos. Also, the famous GoPro Camera is great for anything! It is on the pricy side, but it'll be a great investment if you're into making cool videos and stuff like that! However, if you're not really into videos and you love taking pictures, you should really think about getting a Fujifilm Instax Camera! They come in different styles and colors. Whatever fits you best! These create cute souveniers and will make cute decorations for your room as well!

Also, don't forget the most important essential for this summer- Have fun! Do what you love, and love what you do guys. Don't end this summer and have regrets. ♡

Current Music Favorites! ♡

Girls Chase Boys

Riptide

What You Know 

Undercover Martyn

Latch - Acoustic

Lay Me Down

Safe With Me

I've Told You Now

Pumping Blood - Acoustic

Make Up I've Been Loving ♡

I usually don't wear any make up products, but lately I've been wearing a few products. I'm not those types of girls who know what they're doing when it comes to make up, but I've been getting into things like BB Cream, products for your eyebrows, and mascara!

I don't use the BabySkin Pore Eraser that much. But when I use it, I use it as a concealer. I apply some of the product on any little marks on my face like scratches or baby scars to blurr them out. 

Next, I use the ELF Eyelid Primer for my dark under eye circles to brighten them.

After, I apply a good amount of the Urban Decay Naked BB Cream. I really love using this because it moiturizes my face, has SPF, and it's just great! It makes your skin look flawless.

Also, I've been using Benefit's Gimme Brow in the Medium/Deep color. This stuff is so much easier than filling in your eyebrows. I just apply it onto my eyebrows and it combs it down and makes your eyebrows more fuller.

Next, I use my sample size Lancom CIL Booster XL which is a base coat for mascara. Then I'll apply either the Lancome Definicils Mascara or Benefit's They're Real Mascara. Whichever I'm feeling that day!

So yeah, that's basically all the make up I use on a daily basis. Sometimes I apply blush from Maybelline- Fit Me in Deep Rose. And if you guys were wondering, my skin isn't very oily and I don't get acne. I get a little baby pimple here and there, but other than that, my face is usually clear. I have lots of beauty marks/moles. Sometimes when I'm exposed to the sun too much I'll start getting little white spots on my face. So yeah! That's a little summary on my skin type! Hope you all enjoyed this!

March Favorites ♡

It's the end of March and it's time for a March favorites! Here are some of my favorite things from this past month. I also have a couple songs and events that I really loved this month as well that I'll be sharing after this!

Make Up Forever Lipstick

Naked Skin Travel Sized BB Cream

Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship Split End Defense Cream

I went to the mall this one day and I was looking at random make up and this guy came up to me and asked me if I wanted to try anything out, and I really don't know anything about make up and I so I said it was okay. Later he came back and told me to try the Naked BB Cream and so he put some BB Cream on me and it was perfect. I felt like it kept my skin tone even and it had a little Photoshop effect where they make your face look so flawless! I kept the BB Cream on all day and after shopping, I had dance practice and I really sweat a lot during practices and it didn't make me look disgusting or oily. So I was very satisfied with this product! After contemplating for about a month, I finally decided to try it out by getting a travel sized one! I used this cream almost every single day of this month and I really like it because not only did it cover uneven skin tone but also moisturized my face without needing to put any lotion and that type of stuff! 

Next is the Herbal essences Defense Cream! I was shopping for new shampoo and conditioner and I really love Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship Shampoo & Conditioner because it's for people with long hair and it really makes my hair smell good, detangles my hair, and all that good stuff! Then, I found this nearby and decided to try it out. You take1-2 pumps, or however much you wish and you apply it to the ends of your hair when damp to prevent any split ends.

Make Up Forever Lipstick called N9 

So I got a membership at Sephora and when it's your birthday month, you can go to the store and ask them for your birthday gift! The one I got was a Make Up Forever box, very small one with a mini lipstick and mascara! I really love this lipstick because it's such a simple color and I can wear this to school, parties, etc. and it wouldn't be too much.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 7s in Pink

Another favorite of mine has to be my instax 7 that I got for Christmas from my Uncle and Aunt in the Philippines. Additionally, I really loved the Hello Kitty film they got me before I left back to California! It's such a cute little camera to have with you for special events or just random outings with friends and family!

DARS: White, Milk, & Dark Chocolate

So my parents and I went to Mitsuwa and my dad got the milk and dark chocolate and I really loved the chocolate. It tastes just like any other regular chocolate. But another thing I really love about these is that it's precut and you won't have to go through the trouble of taking them apart!

 This is how the inside packaging it and the size of the chocolate is about an inch! It's a great snack to bring around if you go to amusement parks and you crave some sweets!

'Lette Macarons 

Macarons are so good and so expensive. But my mom decided to get a dozen when my cousins and I went to the mall and they're so amazing. They have to be my favorite here in Southern California. Even their packaging for single macarons are adorable!

I really think you guys should try these products! Whether they're beauty products or food! Also, Instax are very popular where I live and it's such a great and cute thing to have because there's so much variety in films online especially. I really hope you guys enjoyed this! Until next month for another favorites :)
Read more for some of my favorite music and events!

February Favorites ♡

Even though it's already March, here are a few of my favorites from February!

This is a notebook I purchased at Typo by Cotton On. The cover obviously says:

Human Anatomy 

Anatomy of the Skull

and it labels the different parts of the skull! I thought it was really cool looking and I'm currently taking a Human Anatomy class so I thought I could use it for that class!

This is what the inside looks like. It just has a section for the date, and it isn't lined like a Five Star brand spiral/notebook. It has like brownish-black lines and there aren't any holes as you can tell.

Also, it makes it super easy to rip out the pages if you need to turn it in because it is perforated!

And here are some notes from my class!

My next favorites are my Hello Kitty water bottle from the Philippines that my mom got me. It's very small, yet holds a lot of water to get me through my whole school day which is from 7:30am-2:40pm. Also, sometimes I use it for practice! It fits into my backpack and doesn't hold up a lot of space. It's also handy to have the handle at the top of the waterbottle if you just rather carry it.

*Also, I apologize that my waterbottle is kind of weird looking. It has left over water and it still has little foggy parts I guess because it was just washed, lol.

Also, my other favorites were the the Strawberry Smooches handsanitizer from Bath and Body Works! This smells so good and if you have a sensitive nose like me, this handsanitizer is great. It isn't too strong and it won't give others a headache.

Another thing I loved this month was my First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream. I apply this cream onto any dry areas or itchy/irritated skin before I sleep and when I wake up to get ready! This helps relieve my itchy, dry, sensitive, and irritated skin. Also, this is really great for people who have sensitive skin and can be used from head to toe!

This is a Rilakkuma folder from a supermarket called Mitsuwa! I thought it was really cute.

I like to put papers that I need to turn in for school. For example, permission slips,

late assignments from when I'm absent, transcripts, class officer related things.

These yoga crop pants are probably my most favorite! I wear these like once a week. I wear them to school, I wear them for my dance practice, etc. I love these so much and it's so unhealthy how much I wear these. But don't worry, I always wash them before wearing them again. Especially when I sweat in them from dance practice. But yeah, I think Victoria's Secret PINK yoga pants are the best. And the leggings one are even better because you can wear a longer and nicer blouse with it and go out with friends, or wear them with a sweater, or go to the gym and look sporty, and even wear them as pajamas if you like wearing pants and fitted bottoms to sleep!

So, those are all my favorites from February! Hopefully my March favs will be more interesting!

January Favorites ♡

1. EGG (Exciting gifts + goods) Purse and Wallet
2. Wallet/Phone case
3. White Samsung Galaxy s4
4. Pink Etude House eyelash curler
5. BabyLips Color & Glow
6. Benefit's Gimme Brow

I understand that this is a super late post considering it's the middle of February already! However, it's better late than never right?! Don't worry. Hopefully for February I'll be on time ♡ Anyway, I just realized that all my January favorites all came from Asia!

My purse and wallet came from a store in the Philippines called EGG. It's such an adorable store and I wish you guys were there to see it all. I didn't get to take a picture of it either :( But anyways, they're such a great combination even though they're not the same exact colors. They look cute with anything you wear and fit a lot of things (wallet, phone, lip balm, small camera, etc.) 

The wallet has many pockets on the inside, it has a place for you to put a picture and many slots for cards. Also, on the back is a little zipper where you can place your coins.

My cute pastel wallet/phone case was purchased on eBay! I got it for less than $5 with free shipping which made me really happy and it took about one week from the time I ordered it to the day it came to my mailbox. It's so great, I keep my school ID, debit card, and a instax picture of my parents and I. Also, sometimes I keep a little cash inside in case I get hungry at school and forget to pack lunch.

I got my Samsung Galaxy s4 for Christmas and my dad bought it for me when he went to Korea! I didn't really get to enjoy it when I was in the Philippines because all I really used it for was to check the time and text my family. I didn't really get to use apps or anything. My favorite thing about this phone is that it has such a big screen and that it's camera quality is amazing! Another favorite of mine is that you can move the apps around and you have cool widgets. However, the only thing I don't like about my phone is that there's a limit to my text messages. Once it hits 80 characters, it become an MMS messages and starts sending in multiple different messages- cutting off messages separately.

Surprise, surpise I purchased all the cosmetic products (Eyelash curlers, BabyLips, and Gimme Brow) in the Philippines. I bought the pink eyelash curlers at Etude House in the Mall of Asia, BabyLips in a department store in the Philippies, and the Gimme Brow at the Mall of Asia. I used these products all throughout January and it's so great. The Gimme Brow is my favorite because it doesn't make my eyebrows look thin at the end and make it look very full. Also, if you're too lazy to draw in or fill in your eyebrows, this is a very quick and easy process- takes less than 1min!

So yeah, these are my favorites! Not that many, but they're great. I really think you guys should get Benefit's Gimme Brow if your into the whole eyebrow thing :) It's my #1 in this favorites post hehe. 

Hope you guys enjoyed ♡  

Recent products I've been loving! ♡

Although they're only like three things, I basically use them everyday.
Over summer break, I purchased the Benefit's They're Real Mascara! It was on sale for $20 with a travel sized one. Considering it's regularly about $23 and it came with a mini one for $3 less, I just had to buy it! At the time I bought it, I didn't even know how much the regular price was. Anyway! I really like this mascara. I like the brush because the brisles are really thin unlike other mascaras. Also, when I put it on, it doesn't clump all my eyelashes together. But I don't know. I'm not an expert in make up and mascara is the only thing I wear. The only time I wear "a lot" of make up is when I compete.
If you guys watch beauty guru's on YouTube, you might have seen this product already. I purchased the Nivea Lip Butter in Raspberry Rose Kiss at Walmart! I bought it because I'm obsessed with lip balms and also because the color is pink and that's my favorite color! So yeah, I really like this. It really fixes my cracked dry lips and when I put them on before I sleep, it keeps my lips nice, soft, and crack/dry free when I wake up in the morning. And it has a nice scent :))
I bought these slippers (Rainbows: Single Layer Premier Leather with a wide strap, in the color Espresso) in March or April and they're still great! I got them at Tilly's because I saw that they had them and I also get 20% coupons every month (at least I used to, I don't know what happened!) so I decided to get them because I heard everyone's comments about how comfortable they are. You can also wear them with any type of outfit. I especially like to wear them after practice and competitions because my feet tend to hurt after practices and they're just great and comfortable. So yeah! Another great thing is that they're both for men and women! So for you couples out there, you guys can get matching slippers. Or it'd be the perfect gift for your loved ones.

Yeah, I hope you guys had fun reading this :)

Current favorite songs ♡

My top ten songs I've been listening to every single day. (It is not listed in order)

1. Chloe (You're the one I want) - Emblem3
2. Say what you mean - Emblem3
3. Sunset Blvd - Emblem3
4. I got a boy - Girls' Generation
5. Stand by Me - SHINee
6. My Girl (Yearning of the Heart) - A'st1
7. We Can't Stop - Miley Cyrus
8. How to be a Heartbreaker - Marina and the Diamonds
9. Same Love - Mackle More Ft. Ryan Lewis
10. LA Story - Sammy Adams Ft. Mac Miller

Just a heads up, I've been listening to some kpop just because I've been obsessing over Boys over Flowers. Since I finished the series, I felt that listening to the music that was played throughout the show would help me to not feel empty because ya know.. I finished the series. LOL. Okay, yeah.