Clean & Clear: Certified Made for Teens

Thanks to Clean & Clear for this colorful loot!

Clean & Clear is certified made for teens!

Clean & Clear Foaming Facial Wash

With antibacterial ingredients that are effective in drawing out impurities for a really clean and refreshed face.

You'll love the rich lather that is really gentle on the skin so it doesn't leave you feeling dry.

Clean & Clear Fruit Essentials Brightening Lemon

This unique gel formula contains anti-bac ingredients that fight teen skin problems (like pimples, blackheads, and oil) without drying your skin. Plus it has lemon bursting beads that brighten overall skin tone leaving your skin so bright.

Clean & Clear Fruit Essentials Energizing Berry

This unique gel formula contains anti-bac ingredients that fight teen skin problems (like pimples, blackheads, and oil) without drying your skin. Plus it has berry bursting beads that leave a fun sensation on your skin, leaving your skin energized.

Hey SEOUL Sisters! (Day 6...The Last!)

It's our Day 6 (Nov. 20), and officially our last day in South Korea. It's really hard to leave this place because I've fallen in love with every little thing about this place. But yeah, I had to face the reality that I couldn't stay there for long, so we just made the most of our last day in Seoul.

I will miss this place (Pastel's Apartment at 9th flr, Prugio Apartment, Hongdae)

I'll miss our room (There are photos of those who have already stayed here)

our photo upon arrival (stressed much haha)

For our last day, Thina and I just walked around the are (Hongdae) for some last-minute shopping. In a park near Hongik University, a concert was about to happen. But despite having a lot of girls waiting for the concert to start, the place was kinda quiet, which we found weird. Anyway, we also went to the 1st shop of Coffee Prince, the original filming location of one of my favorite Korean dramas, The Coffee Prince. Unfortunately, the place was under renovation. Tsk, that wasn't my lucky day. We also dropped by the Hello Kitty Cafe to buy tumblers. Then we headed back to the apartment, had some snacks, and headed to Incheon Airport. We took the subway 'coz that's cheaper and faster. The subway fare was around 3,850 won from Hongik University station to Incheon International Airport.

Hello Kitty tumblers

K-pop concert?

1st Shop of Coffee Prince

Yeah, it's Coffee Prince's actual shooting place!

I wanted to cry tears of joy! haha

so sad :(

for me, it's so "magical" haha, I have to enter this place next time!

Hongik University :)

I just love Hongdae!

goodbye Hongdae...goodbye Seoul :(

ready to go

Before checking in, we filed for tax redemption at the Customs desk. So everytime you shop, remember to tell the cashier that you'll go tax-free so they'll give you a receipt for tax redemption. The customs officer just stamped our receipts then we headed to the check-in counter to check-in our luggage. Cebu Pacific is very strict when it comes to check-in time so better be there early. Also, make sure that you do not exceed your baggage allowance if you don't wanna repack all of your stuff in front of a lot of people at the check-in counters. It's advisable that you bring an extra bag (folded in your luggage) so in case you shop in excess, you can still have extra space either for check in or carry-on.  In my case, I brought my Giordano pouch that turns into a backpack. It's where I put some of the goodies I shopped wrapped with my jackets. I also brought an extra lock so I was able to check-in my backpack with my luggage so I didn't have a carry-on anymore. I'm quite good in packing because I always wanted to walk freely, without carrying heavy bags. Anyway, after entering the immigration gates, you can find the Duty Free shops. That's the world's best Duty Free, according to the banner I saw in the airport. Thina was able to buy a Long Champ bag for around Php 4,000 only. Anyway, it's also where you can find the tax redemption booths. The amount I was able to redeem was quite good so I just saved it to have it changed into Php when I get back in the P.I. And since I was so hungry by then, I just purchased a burger set meal for around 6,000 won. Then it's boarding time!

Total spending for the day for 1 pax:

1. Transportation - 3,850 won

2. Meal - 6,000 won

TOTAL: 6,850 won = Php 265

I can say that this has been my best travel with friends so far. Seoul is a happy place, that if only it would be cheaper, then I'll fly there spontaneously instead of Hongkong. It has exceeded my expectations. It made me love Korean dramas even more. It made me want to shift from my Apple iPhone 4S to Samsung Galaxy Note 2. It got me addicted to BB cream and other Korean beauty products.  It introduced me to a lot of new friends. You know, I just loved everything about this place and I really wanted to go back the soonest!

I just want to share some of my good finds:

This one's yummy!:)

the sleeping mask was effective for me, but the eye cream wasn't much

The BB cream is only 8000 won (Php300) and the Finish Powder is only 9,000 won (Php 345) in Korea but they're priced this much in Skinfood in Trinoma (Manila, PHL)....that's more than 3 times the price! Although I love these products that much, I'd rather go back to Korea to shop haha! There, you get a lot for less. All worth it!:)

If you're into cosmetics and beauty products, try these brands: Dr. Jart, Skin79 (You can find them in Olive Young), IPKN (from Watson's), Too Cool for School, Tony Molly, Missha, Skinfood, Etude House, Nature Republic, and Face Shop. I got at least one product from almost every brand and I never shopped that much beauty products in my life!:))

So here's my estimated total spending for the trip in Php:

1. Airfare (via Cebu Pacific's promo fare) - 6,000

2. Accommodation - 6,000

3. Travel Tax and Terminal Fee - 2,170

4. Transportation upon arrival in Seoul - 424

5. Day 1 - 1,217

6. Day 2 - 1,580

7. Day 3 - 1,368

8. Day 4 - 3,635

9. Day 5 - 650

10. Day 6 - 265

11. shopping - 5,000 (amazing! haha)

TOTAL: Php 28,309 (Less the Airfare & Accommodation, it is safe to bring at least Php 17,000-worth of Pocket Money)

So those of you who think that travelling is expensive, keep reading my blog 'coz it shows that travel can be fun without splurging. I hope my Korea trip inspired you to travel more!:)

10 Steps to be FAB on FEB!

In a matter of a few weeks, I'll be free! No more work which would stop me from doing what I want and from chasing my FA aspirations. haha! I want some changes now. New year, new me! Sorry for the delayed reaction. I know it's the second month of the year already but that won't stop me from pimpin' myself haha. I gotta be Fabulous this February!

10 Steps to be FAB on FEB: 
 

Step 1: Lose the stress!

Oh I would love to go to the spa and get some full body massage!

Step 2: Lose the eyebags!

I should be asleep before the clock strikes midnight. So this means, I have to minimize my late-night gimmicks. haha! Therefore, I would party out once or twice a week only...and that's only during weekends! (fingers crossed haha)

Step 3: Lose the marks!

I'm hatin' my pimple marks that's why I got my self a small tube of Contractubex. It costs exactly P435 at 10ml! But it's okay 'coz I have witnessed how effective it was when my cousin used it 3 years ago to treat the scars all over her body caused by skin burn when she had a rare skin disease called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.

Step 4: Love the skin!

No more walking out in the sun without wearing sunscreen or using umbrella haha! Plus I must not be lazy to apply my day and night creams and to take my Glutathione capsules. And I have heard from a friend how effective the Ysa Chemical Peel is, so I think I'll give it a try. Good thing it's on Promo! P2500 for 5 sessions is not bad.=P You may visit their website: http://www.ysa.com.ph/

Step 5: Be more health conscious!

Time to stop skipping vitamins and start drinking plenty of water. I have to stay away from smoke and dust. Good thing I limited my gimmicks already haha. And whether I like it or not, I must do some exercise in the morning. Aim for flat abs! woohoo!=))

Step 6: Maintain proper posture!

Walk like a beauty queen. No more slouching more especially when using the computer.

Step 7: Get a new cut and color!

I'm already bored with my hair, which is dominantly black with a slightly visible color. So I requested my cousin from Japan who's going home next week to bring me one. I like using their hair colors there 'coz they don't damage my hair plus the color shines. For the haircut, that I still have to decide on. I wanna get a bob, but I don't think I can survive with really short hair haha! I think I'll just get some big curls or buy a better performing curling iron so I could curl my hair occasionally.

i think I can't do this! haha

I want curls!=)

Step 8: Closet Revamp!

I've got lots of clothes in my closet, which I haven't been using so I guess it's time to lose them and replace them with new ones.=) How about a garage sale? Oh my, it's hard to let go of my stuff. haha!

Step 9: Stay Closer to Him!

Regular Sunday masses and daily readings (which I downloaded to my Blackberry) should be a habit! I know that a strong faith in Him could take me really really far.

Step 10: Keep A Positive Attitude!

Say NO to negative vibes! A positive attitude can influence a lot of people. So from now on, I'll keep a positive attitude...more especially during my FA applications haha! I gotta keep my hopes up and believe that I would be successful in all my endeavors when the right time comes.=)
 

Salon Sunday

I know, this must should've come first than my previous post. haha! Sorry, just wanna do some sharing...=)

My best friend and I went all the way from Bulacan and Marikina to Sangandaan in Novaliches to visit this salon recommended to me by an officemate. It's a new salon so it has great promos that would attract loyal customers.

The salon was named Heaven's. Color scheme: Pink and Green. It has lots of employees and services...oh, and customers! It looked like a chill spot outside 'coz it has tables & chairs under umbrellas outside plus loud music is being played.

NOW, YOU GOTTA BELIEVE THIS:

"Super Rebonding Package"
inclusive of:

Hair Rebonding
Hair Reborn
Protein Treatment
Keratin Treatment
Power Dose
Cellophane (Permanent)
Haircut
Eyebrows Shaving
Foot Spa

And the whole process took us 8 hours!!!! hahaha!=)) But it's worth the long wait.=)