So again from the previous post about Kindle Unlimited and Nook. I don't know how the Kindle works but I'm guessing at least the author gets something from their books being borrowed, but buying it outright ebook or paperback I guess they get more from it (???), maybe.
Anyway one of the few things I like about the ebook borrowing from Kindle is connected to my pet peeve regarding how the story is written.
For those who do read, you know that there are different types or something like that on how the author write the story. I'm not really a fan of the his or her view type where the character narrates the whole chapter. It kinda annoys me at times so knowing that the book is written that way I don't waste money and just return/don't read the book at all.
Sometimes (or maybe most of the times) I don't really like simpering heroines... they don't sound much of a heroines to me but useless characters xD! I don't mind damsels in distress but not weak and stupid. X.x that after reading 1 or 2 chapters, if ever I do have the paperback I would return it. Thankfully some ebooks offer the first chapters to read.
Ah and because my thought are disorganized atm I'll jump to the fact that because of the books I'm ruined to any man hahaha!!!
Yes I know they're just books but it makes me sad that they're not real and if ever there are men like them... zomgah where are they hiding?
With that I go start reading again xD
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Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Book peeves
Monday, July 13, 2015
SYTYCD Stage vs Street Ep 1
So after all the auditions to vegas, the top 20 were finally announced. Sadly before the first episode aired, Hurricane from team street got injured and Asaf the bboy Hebrew or something like that took over his spot. I am writing this while watching so I'll most probably butcher some names.
Opening routine by Christopher Scott and jessicalee keller was awesome, coming from the Step Up Movie this seems like his thing lol!
First routine, Team Street. JJ, Neptune and Megz tackle a Dave Scott routine. For the first performance it lacks some oomph and Megs weakness regarding choreography is showing. Jj shines in this routine, the other two better step up.
Next team stage tackles stacy tookey routine with Moises, Derek, Gabby
The piece looks etheral comparing to the previous group theirs is more collective than individual but still shows their strength and hell I'm no pro but such beautiful lines. And wow Gabby's a tapper : P
Christopher Scott now for Team Street Jaja, Burim, Lily and Asaf, four individuals who grew up in different countries and four different styles!!! Damn Jaja got some abs putting some of the guys to shame hahaha!! Routine was it was amazing. Shows everyone's strengths, individuality and moved as a group. In thought Asaf would bring his group down but he pulled through. As we've seen in the Vegas round he really had a hard time with choreography. But for me the girls took it.
Team Stage's Hailee, Marissa ansd Alexa tackles Jazz with Brian Friedman. Heels, chairs and coats. Hailee's really strong on this routine and on point with the choreographer's vision. Alexa still looked a bit uncomfortable and Marissa kinda too much. Reminded me of Goldilocks xD. And kudos with the heels, it isn't easy but dang Brian worked it hahaha!
Team Stage again with the two cavaliers! Jim and Darion are in the hands of Benoit Swan Pouffer. Just watching just the it really looks like it's one of the toughest routine for this episode and maybe for awhile to be thrown like this at their first episode. Freaking ./tableflip if they get voted off next week! It was an awesome routine but between the two, Jim shows maturity and control with his pirouettes/spins and just his movement looks serene and effortness. Darion has more of energy with his, strength and childlike.
Team Street welcomes back Pharside and Phoenix with Virgil, Ariana and Yorelis. Intricate movements again the ladies are killing it. Performance wise it was average for me, Team Street where are the boyz?!
Edson and Kate, Team Stage gets their team captain Travis Wall for this routine. It was a strong for the first episode but I agree with Nigel. I got lost with their facial expressions. Is it a happy dance? And wow again I agree with Paula, there is a chemistry void. A strong performance technical wise but there is a disengagement with the routine.
Team Stage group performance went with broadway routine with Warren Carlisle. Sexy but not overly. And wth did Moises just tapped?! The routine showed some weak individuals if one notices and the strong ones. For those voting for Team Stage, do you have it?
Aammmmmgggg NappyTabs tackles the Team Street group routine. Excited for the Squad working with one of my fave choreographers. Strong and amazing performance. The whacker is krumping... the bboys are... dancing?! Again one sees the strong and weak contenders. And they ain't the girls...
Overall both teams showed equally good and not so bad performances. Team Stage with their technical abilities, you can't deny the majority of them are awesome at what they do. But what they are like is the chemistry doing a routine with a group or partner, showing emotions, making the audience not only see but have an emotional connection with the routine and audience rapport.
What Team Stage lacks is the opposite for Team Street. When they perform they have this connection with the audience that makes us wants to join or cheer for them. They could do group routines, and play with their partner. Gets their energy from the audience, but then most of them falls short or gets lost when a choreography gets thrown in. Most of them are freestylers, but that's one of the big challenges they have to face...
This is pretty much the "easy" episode for them because they are dancing their styles. Next week they'll be thrown out of their equilibrium dancing new genres or styles , and for some battling choreography too. For me that's when the competition starts. Can't wait for the next episode.
On a side note... still not 100% convinced with the judges... x.x hopefully they do invite someone as a 4th judge... please x.x
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
SYTYCD Stage VS Street Part 1: Semi New Judges... they hired who?!? WTF?!?
Either I forgot or someone cancelled my recording of SYTCYD first episode but I'm surprised with the format they introduced this season. Reminds me of Step up: The Street. (Which I haven't seen yet.) Regarding their panel of judges, they have a permanent judging panel consisting of Nigel Lythgoe, Paula Abdul and Jason Derulo. Yes, I find it really REALLY sad, that I won't be seeing Mary Murphy in the judging panel. I won't miss the screaming, it always makes me cringe but the fact that she's really a good judge and knows what to critique.
Nigel as we all know have been there since the beginning and yes maybe for some he doesn't look like it but over the years he knows his stuff. What is good and what is not. Though being in the business aspect of things, and entertainment value, I would guess, he has an eye for not just the talent but from what this person can bring on the stage. There are a lot of talented folks out there with super great techniques, but as we have seen with the competition, their lack of luster in personality, in connection with the audience, how in tune are they in the performance and the list goes on, makes them lose the people's votes.
Paula Abdul, well truth to be known I'm not really confident in her judging abilities. Yes she is a famous personality who judges in several reality singing/dancing competitions but I don't know. It's really hard explain, just look at the talents she chose in the past, more miss than hit. This is a really diverse dancing competition, I admit that I don't know how far her knowledge of the different style goes but so far... Jason knows more than her. Not that I'm comparing but her roles seems to that way, Mary's used to balance with Nigel's way of choosing his talents and I'm guessing they're using her that way but like I said up there, her judging skills for me is blech. So far there are so much negative posts I've read regarding Paula replacing Mary, and it seems like if she doesn't pull through, chances are the show might get less viewers as opposed to more.
Jason Derulo is the third permanent judge, though the third seat is always random as far as I know during the past seasons. As a guest judge, he didn't really make an impact on me. Maybe he knows some of his stuff, but judging in a very diverse dancing competition like this, my belief or confidence on him is on the "eh what were they thinking". So far the past 3 audition episodes, he's quiet but he feels kind of lost in some of the style, but the style he's familiar with he voices out his opinion.
I hope regarding the judging panel that during the show they would invite someone who is knowledgeable, trained or experienced to help them judge because if it's left up to them 3, this show is going down. Thankfully knowing that during the audition and Vegas week choreographers shares their opinion on each individual who goes into the top 20. Well hopefully they kept that part with the new format because really no fair if these 3 are the only ones who's going to chose the top 20... I have no more words.
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Nigel as we all know have been there since the beginning and yes maybe for some he doesn't look like it but over the years he knows his stuff. What is good and what is not. Though being in the business aspect of things, and entertainment value, I would guess, he has an eye for not just the talent but from what this person can bring on the stage. There are a lot of talented folks out there with super great techniques, but as we have seen with the competition, their lack of luster in personality, in connection with the audience, how in tune are they in the performance and the list goes on, makes them lose the people's votes.
Paula Abdul, well truth to be known I'm not really confident in her judging abilities. Yes she is a famous personality who judges in several reality singing/dancing competitions but I don't know. It's really hard explain, just look at the talents she chose in the past, more miss than hit. This is a really diverse dancing competition, I admit that I don't know how far her knowledge of the different style goes but so far... Jason knows more than her. Not that I'm comparing but her roles seems to that way, Mary's used to balance with Nigel's way of choosing his talents and I'm guessing they're using her that way but like I said up there, her judging skills for me is blech. So far there are so much negative posts I've read regarding Paula replacing Mary, and it seems like if she doesn't pull through, chances are the show might get less viewers as opposed to more.
Jason Derulo is the third permanent judge, though the third seat is always random as far as I know during the past seasons. As a guest judge, he didn't really make an impact on me. Maybe he knows some of his stuff, but judging in a very diverse dancing competition like this, my belief or confidence on him is on the "eh what were they thinking". So far the past 3 audition episodes, he's quiet but he feels kind of lost in some of the style, but the style he's familiar with he voices out his opinion.
I hope regarding the judging panel that during the show they would invite someone who is knowledgeable, trained or experienced to help them judge because if it's left up to them 3, this show is going down. Thankfully knowing that during the audition and Vegas week choreographers shares their opinion on each individual who goes into the top 20. Well hopefully they kept that part with the new format because really no fair if these 3 are the only ones who's going to chose the top 20... I have no more words.
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Master Chef S6 E1 to E5
So after 5 episodes, I'm still happy that it's back. I mean the Juniors are awesome but the thrill and drama's on this version.
They didn't show the auditions as with the past seasons. But wow first episode claws are coming out so is erm... their unique personalities.
Welcome the new judge Christina Tosi as Joe steps down from the MCUS panel, I think he's still a judge on one of the franchise. Ms Tosi is a pastry chef and co-owner of Momofuku Milk Bar. I think that adding an odd one out balances the judging panel. Both Graham Elliot and Gordon are chefs but Joe being the odd one out is a restauranteur who's on the business side of things, tho he knows his stuff. This time Christina comes from, let's admit, the side that's been deemed stereotyped to. Just because there pastry chef they don't now how to cook except bake and make desserts. I hope she proves people wrong. So far her personality is showing to be sweet (lol compared to Gordon) but the past episode she's showing a bit of her claws xD
First of the bat, 20 homecooks thought that, well they're in the top 20 now to compete. But as we all know these shows will try to throw in something to make it more challenging and get more viewers (haha). So they got another 20 home cooks to vie for the top spots. A pair, or a couple depending on their style of cooking were made to compete at each other. Baker vs baker, chicken dish vs chicken dish and so on. In the end the judges chose 22 to compete. I was actually rooting for Taylor vs Katrina battle. For one I didn't like Katrina's attitude. Crying, frustrated look just annoys the hell outta me. Taylor for me is someone who still have the potential to learn and grow more. Have that confidence, drive and humble attitude to go further. Aside from the fact that if you push him he's going to push back harder and kick someone's ass. Sadly at the all or nothing battle to the top 22 he lost to Stephen and Shelly.
From then to the lastest episode 5, 4 from the top 22 have been eliminated. Double elimination from the top 22, Briana and Mateo got eliminated.
Highlights not so much for me but damn personalities really makes a difference here. Rocker Derrick really got that suave angst thing going on but he's overconfident and hopefully it doesn't kick him in the ass later on. Farmer Stephen is someone I disliked after being an ass. At first knowing what he does, I'm like much respect but after showing America how much of a potty mouth and an ass he is, I'm like wtf k bye. He also reminds me of a Bipolar in a manic stage. Christopher, the Asian guy has some issues too. He's always on the defense, to the point that it's way out of the line and totally embarrassing. Tommy (sorry it's obvious and if I'm offending anybody) gay and fabulous, please tone down the bitchy attitude.
First team challenge for the top 20, Kerry and Darah became team captain chosen by the judges. Each team have to prepare a burger and fish and chips where they have to serve theme park visitors (Knotts Berry Farm). There weren't any much vote of confidence with Kerry vs Darah due to his HR ofc background, but from what I've seen on this episode he did much better than Darah (theme park employee).
Kerry's red team was able to plan and delegate quickly so they can start their prep. While Darah's blue team struggled with her laissez-faire leadership.
To quickly shorten this one, Kerry's team struggled with the demand but was able to pull through. Kudos to Nick for stepping up.
Darah's team with her weak leadership skills and weak team skills x.x whom I've seen cheering... CHEERING!!! her team on... wtf, gurl do some work, chop or prep something, you're personality's not helping at this moment. They struggle because nobody's helping poor (I'm being sarcastic here too at the same time) Katrina. Ask... for... help... Tommy isn't helping either, running his mouth instead of helping to speed things up. Kudos to Claudia for stepping up for this team and Derrick for also pulling through.
Even though the cheeseburger got more cheers than red's burger, knowing how much of a train wreck blue team is. My guess was right with the red team winning.
Elimination challenge was cringe worthy. Darah made me hate her. Really saving the asses of mates that aren't deserving to be saved for half of your votes? Not saving Derrick and Katrina? Girl's blind. The personality of the ones she chose didn't help them to win. Why? Production was slow, they missed more plates. And from the people who got interviewed, clearly they loved their burger version and their beer batter. The only good decision she did was not saving herself. In the end she lost the cinnamon challenge and was eliminated.
My viewpoint with team challenges with group this big, get an assistant or second in command. It's a team challenge, do things that'll save your team from elimination not lead them into it. If your second in command see something you don't that person can delegate or step in to that role. Communication from front to back. What happened to Katrina was that she has the tendency to shut down especially when pressured and/or stressed.
Nick, Claudia and Derrick did well as they stepped up, and did their best to save their team. They we're speaking up, but sadly for the blue team it was going into deaf ears.
(Like I said these are my views, I only have an inkling for stressful situations but not with their particular dilemma)
This latest episode crabs were the mystery challenge. And is indeed a challenge for Hetal whose a vegetarian. I for one don't know how to cook or even know how to eat crab properly thus I'll usually opt for the crab cakes lol. 1/3 I guess with most chose to go that route and it looks really delish. Jesse, so far someone whom I have not noticed since this latest episode made noise with his crab pot sticker (sorry i forgot) soup and won this round. As per usual he got advantages and one of them is not cooking from the elimination. Which (duh) saves him to the next episode.
Quite dramatic on how they revealed the star ingredient for the elimination challenge which turns out to be corn. Jesse's other advantage is to pick for the other remaining contestants on how they will prepare this start ingredient. The option is between sweet and savory. Jesse picked savory for the strong competitors in which Gordon noted that these competitors might overthink what they have to prepare on the other hand Jesse chose sweet for the weak competitors in which he hoped to weed them out.
In this challenge Stephen and Shelly won and would lead the next team challenge. While Justin, in my opinion let his anger pull him down. He let Jesse's mind play got to him.
Seriously this shit is going better lol! Can't wait for the next episode.
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Master Chef Season 6 Premiere
Catching up again as usual but damn was so excited. As soon as I got home, I turned on the tv and got the recorder play the show.
First, I'm going to miss Joe and well miss his sassiness (haha yea) and his battling ego with the Graham and Gordon
During the top 20 vs top 20 (Can't they just say top 40? X.x), same style/main ingredient, there were some during the battle that I wanted to win on how their dish looks but since I can't exactly taste their food... and well their personalities hahaha!!
Just that battle between the bakers/desserts, I opted for Jill. And the last 20 vs 20 battle, I went for Shelley.
And for some reason or another I feel like I'm just repeating something but if you joined a competition as stressful as this and you're going to black out and answer something like "...should be there, ... maybe with," like you don't know what's in your food. I'm scared. That battle, I wanted Taylor to win because he had the talent, confidence, drive and strength. Not referring to him being am athlete but his competition during the battle, I don't think she'll last and would prolly crumble from the stress. I guess it's not his time yet, still young, still have a lot to learn but that's be saying some typical bullshit he should try again and get into that top 20.
Thankfully from the bottom 20, the judges picked 6 deserving ones to go at it again. But argh!!! They'll only chose 2!!
Anyway at least one of those 3 I mentioned got into the top 22, Shelley the single mom and Stephen the home gardner... who really looks like David Cross' lost brother. They maybe related *shocked!!!* Hey last season I didn't know that Leslie and Melissa Joan Hart are related.
Well, can't wait for the next episode since my Amazing Race season 26 ended already.
Amd woohoo on top of that *squeals.. ugh pig!* So You Can Think You Can Dance is back back back!!!
Just a side note on this long long post. Sad that Chelsea Hightower isn't in DWTS and no explanation why... at least my fave Cheryl gave a reason. Chelsea just disappeared...
Friday, May 15, 2015
The Amazing Race Season 26 Finale!!!
During the time I was watching the episode I have to admit that I forgot that I had a migrane xD! Talk about distraction right? xD
I have been since day 1 (episode 1) been rooting for the blind dates. First of all it's because it's a win or lose situation. 2 people seeking a relationship (or love for that matter) joined the race, it's like a recipe for disaster relationship wise. We all know (TAR fans...) how stressful being on show, and the fact that you're joining the race with someone you don't know and have to learn how to (sorry I forgot the word) be with that person.
The first part of the race is that blind date couple's are kickin' ass, meaning they took most of the top place. You have to admire, for some of them, knowing that they didn't find sparks or whatever they're looking for their blind date or dream person, concentrated on the race. I forgot who said it or from where I read it before, but s/he said that being in a blind date vs couple is to their advantage because since they aren't in a preexisting relationship they don't have anything to lose (except for the million dollars if they lose). For couple's the stakes are higher because after the race their relationship may either blossom or break.
I was a bit disappointed in one team that the other person, knowing yea s/he isn't loosing anything, didn't finish the competition or lost the will or whatever. Ugh, it's the Amazing Race, it's not a dating show, though they did try their hand at it. It was more of like a social experiment in the side in my opinion.
I want to congratulate again, TeamSoCal Laura and Tyler for wining the race (And would still say they look good together). It was a close call with Jenny and Jelani, since their taxi driver didn't know where to go.
I also have to congratulate Hayley and Blair, Blair especially. Sorry, Hayley's nonstop nagging and complaints got into me, and Blair had such patience for that. I hope Hayley isn't like that at work, I don't want a nurse who talks too much when I want most of the time to rest. (Well that's just me). Karma got Hayley in the end, before she's all "You don't listen to me, blah, blah." So when Blair just looked like he had it, he just made her do all the decisions, she's like "We're a team, blah blah, make decision, blah blah" Oh so now you want him to make decisions... Blair needs a big pat in the back and a keg of beer being able to stand the nagging/complaints during the race.
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I have been since day 1 (episode 1) been rooting for the blind dates. First of all it's because it's a win or lose situation. 2 people seeking a relationship (or love for that matter) joined the race, it's like a recipe for disaster relationship wise. We all know (TAR fans...) how stressful being on show, and the fact that you're joining the race with someone you don't know and have to learn how to (sorry I forgot the word) be with that person.
The first part of the race is that blind date couple's are kickin' ass, meaning they took most of the top place. You have to admire, for some of them, knowing that they didn't find sparks or whatever they're looking for their blind date or dream person, concentrated on the race. I forgot who said it or from where I read it before, but s/he said that being in a blind date vs couple is to their advantage because since they aren't in a preexisting relationship they don't have anything to lose (except for the million dollars if they lose). For couple's the stakes are higher because after the race their relationship may either blossom or break.
I was a bit disappointed in one team that the other person, knowing yea s/he isn't loosing anything, didn't finish the competition or lost the will or whatever. Ugh, it's the Amazing Race, it's not a dating show, though they did try their hand at it. It was more of like a social experiment in the side in my opinion.
I want to congratulate again, TeamSoCal Laura and Tyler for wining the race (And would still say they look good together). It was a close call with Jenny and Jelani, since their taxi driver didn't know where to go.
I also have to congratulate Hayley and Blair, Blair especially. Sorry, Hayley's nonstop nagging and complaints got into me, and Blair had such patience for that. I hope Hayley isn't like that at work, I don't want a nurse who talks too much when I want most of the time to rest. (Well that's just me). Karma got Hayley in the end, before she's all "You don't listen to me, blah, blah." So when Blair just looked like he had it, he just made her do all the decisions, she's like "We're a team, blah blah, make decision, blah blah" Oh so now you want him to make decisions... Blair needs a big pat in the back and a keg of beer being able to stand the nagging/complaints during the race.
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
The Amazing Race Fan
Dang I have to admit I have been a fan of the series for a while but I haven't been there or rather seen the beginning seasons, only started when flags were already red and yellow.
Thanks to Hulu I'm trying to watch those. Man, they've come a long way from season 1. Looks so raw, and well unpolished compared to now which is I guess more challenging. Doubt if those who were in season 1 can so what the current competitors are doing now.
I have to admit I'm highly annoyed with half of the teams in season 1. XD!! Still on ep4 tho, gotta hate those damn commercials from Hulu. The fuck, old season and you're paying for the service. I understand if its like current and 1 season back, but the beginning? Damn....
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Beauty Post: April 2015
So after doing a 4 night shift (crazy me >.>) I was happy to receive my BirchBox and Glambag. Not unless it's a dire emergengy and not because someone just want to switch so that they'll have a longer day off, I'm not doing it\ again. Like I said before it's really taxing physically and mentally. Physically mainly because you don't have an aide to help around cleaning, repositioning, holding down and distract them, mentally because we'll I'm dealing with mostly confused, delusional or paranoid patients. When you come for a several days shift, you have to have more than a glassful of patience for them. to survive it.
Skipping that sad sob story, let's go to my first beauty box~ BirchBox has this awesome box was designed by Rifle Paper Co. for a Spring Theme (Flower Power? xD)
My April BirchBox includes (starting from the left most item)
Beaver Professional Hydro Nutritive Moisturizing Shampoo and Repairing Conditioner (both ends in the image) "...delivers much needed nourishment to repair and rebuild strands... strengthens dry or damaged hair, leaaving it softer and smoother."
Darphin Intral Redness Relief Soothing Serum "...calms redness and evens skin tone. It's ideal for sensitive skin."
Cynthia Rowley Beauty Brightening Illuminator - "velvety highlighter leaves skin radiant with a subtle, slightly shimmery glow."
LAQA & Co. Sheer Lip Lube Pencil in HoneyPot. "Perfect for spring, this high-gloss semi sheer lip color glides on buttery smooth."
I'll be changing a bit things up since I haven't been using all the products in the box.
So with this April Birchbox, most probably I'll be using the lip lube and the highlighter. I have already a routine down for my hair since I have tried a lot of brands and has always kept my scalp so dry. I switch to an Asian brand, Shiseido Tsubaki Shining Shampoo. Yes they have hair care products for those who are only familiar with their make-up line. And Aussie Miraculously Smooth Conditioner. I'll still give the shampoo and conditioner a try, maybe later on.
I won't probably have time to use it since my skin is kinda okay right now, no redness or irritation since I've been using (yes again) asian skin products for my skin.
And like I mentioned before the most item that I would be trying/using on is the lip lube and highlighter. Good for everyday use and the color is medium pink, it's only slightly lighter than my natural lip color that I kinda looked like I'm not wearing any. The lip lube is a bit dry for the lips imho so use a moisturizing item before or after applying. And the item says, it's a highlighter, makes certain areas pop or create an illusion.
Ipsy's glambag has this bohemian theme going on, good for the spring and the spring field concerts that's going to pop everywhere this season until Summer.
First in the bag there is an invitation for a beauty convention happening at the end of May. Sadly I have work that day so not unless someone is willing to switch with me I wont be able to go, and the entrance's fee for the 2 day convention is more than my 4-day AX badge. But then again per invitation there is an almost $200 with of swag bag... It's hard to switch schedules with someone because it's a Saturday (insert sad face here)
One thing with the glambags is that they don't have an information sheet enclosed. You had to go online and find out what item you received. I guess it's costly to print it out when your have thousands of subscribers and they receive different items than me.
(from top left to bottom right...)
Klorane Dry Shampoo with oat milk - natural tint - it's a
dry shampoo... I'm like eh on this one. It's Spring, yes, but it seems
like Summer's taking over because it's warm, like sweat inducing warm.
No cold breezes left over from Winter. No. Sweat warm for me. So dry
shampoo, sweaty scalp (no not really tmi) that's gotta stink. No. Good
when you're not like me, and you're in a hurry not to miss out on
sometime, or you just don't give a damn about how your scalp actually
smells. This is for you.
Starlooks Satin Finish Lip Gloss - I like how it has this
slight chocolate scent on it but then lip gloss... ummm.... to me it's
sticky and gross when it dries up it feels like I have chucks of dried
glue on my lips
JulieG Nail Color in Damsel, a dark/carnation pink shade (remember crayola folks? xD). I am no damsel, that's for sure but I like the shade. Need only 1 - 2 coats (1 for me)
theBalm Cosmetics Nude Dude Eyeshadow (single) in Flirty - a medium shimmery chocolate color that I'm guessing is a part of a palette. Not much of a come on if you ask me. One color, that's it. This one is a good combo for the Coastal Scents Revealed palette sampler in Latte I received months ago. I have been actually using that one as my current go to and is thinking of getting one, closer to the Naked series palette 1 and 2, and with Groupon currently offering it on sale for half the price!!!
Getting back on the item, I'm not impressed much because it's only one color from the palette. Doesn't make me want to get the whole set. One thing I noticed after cleaning my hands from the sample is that it has a hint of red in it. :D
This April box for me Ipsy's got it since I will most likely use and enjoy of the samples I got. Maybe get another shade of the nail polish since it comes with a $1.00 off on any Rite Aid branch. Sadly, I don't think that there's a closer one in my place hahaha! so the discount is waived off by the travel expense.
Aside from that I feel sorry for my nails looking ignored, lifeless and blech.
First one didn't come off as much as I want it to me. I used the Konad stamping plates (forgot which ones). I wasn't feeling this one, the yellow background (thanks color wheel >.>) turned what's supposed to be blue into green, so there's no distinction with the stem and the butterfly. Just basically wasn't feeling it.
Looking through my plates (; ; need moar hahaha!!!) I was inspired by one as it reminds me so much of the Marauders Map in the Harry Potter series. I just need the right color, so since I was planning to do some #foreveralone movie watching, I stopped by Ulta and grabbed this Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Tupelo Honey. I liked this product, $$ for a nail polish but as it says no need for base and top coat, and dries fast. I didn't listen to it though, hahaha I still use a base coat, nail strengthener since I wash my nails a lot for work, makes my nails very brittle all the time. And needed a top coat for this one to seal in the stamped design. I used plate Konad plate m100 and theirs special nail polish in black. I was planning to add more depth with darker and lighter shades but that would take time and at this time, I didn't have enough. Still turned out well. Nice and simple.
Well that's most of it for this beauty post. Until May's beauty post. I hope Birchbox would send me good stuff this time with majority of it, I'll be able to use. I like to be surprised on what they send me depending on the survey they have up. I do have some products from BB that I loved tho :) that's worth getting the full product. Mainly the Beauty protector products.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Beauty Post February 2015
Tadah! Finally got both of my packages from Birchbox and Ipsy
Birchbox is celebrating the kind of love (real) friends share instead of the usual couple thing. I guess they've been there done that.
Color Club's nail polish in Status Update is the first one in my list. Excited that I got (another) nail polish in my box. It's a darker shade of grey, sort of bordering black. Pigment wise, I only need to put one coat to get (my) desired effect/shade. For me tho, it's a bit flat on its own. It's a good base for nail art.
Harvey Prince's Ageless - So far I've been mostly receiving their perfume sample, and not being a fan (not a hater) of perfumes I got none to compare so I mostly with my sense of smell here. I only used a spritz of it and the scent for me is a bit strong. Tho it tones down a bit after aa couple of hours, the softer scent I can go with.
I beg to disagree at the description. It says, "... makes you feel and smell 8-12 years younger." Maybe if you're 40. (Sorry)
Cynthia Rowley Beauty Eyeliner - I got a black one and its been on the market for a long time. Most of the products I would guessbut I'm still doing my take on it. Anyway I like how it easily glides and pigmented it is. My experience with eyeliner pencils is that as the day goes it smudges around my eyes giving me the raccoon look, that's why I stuck with a liquid eyeliner. With an eye primer it just fades away. Easier to reapply rather than cleaning up the smudge. And some aren't soft that it takes a firmer hand to put on. That I don't like since we're working with eyes here, and the skin's fragile in that area. If it doesn't glide on the first time, it's out. (or I give it away)
Birchbox is celebrating the kind of love (real) friends share instead of the usual couple thing. I guess they've been there done that.
Color Club's nail polish in Status Update is the first one in my list. Excited that I got (another) nail polish in my box. It's a darker shade of grey, sort of bordering black. Pigment wise, I only need to put one coat to get (my) desired effect/shade. For me tho, it's a bit flat on its own. It's a good base for nail art.
Harvey Prince's Ageless - So far I've been mostly receiving their perfume sample, and not being a fan (not a hater) of perfumes I got none to compare so I mostly with my sense of smell here. I only used a spritz of it and the scent for me is a bit strong. Tho it tones down a bit after aa couple of hours, the softer scent I can go with.
I beg to disagree at the description. It says, "... makes you feel and smell 8-12 years younger." Maybe if you're 40. (Sorry)
Cynthia Rowley Beauty Eyeliner - I got a black one and its been on the market for a long time. Most of the products I would guessbut I'm still doing my take on it. Anyway I like how it easily glides and pigmented it is. My experience with eyeliner pencils is that as the day goes it smudges around my eyes giving me the raccoon look, that's why I stuck with a liquid eyeliner. With an eye primer it just fades away. Easier to reapply rather than cleaning up the smudge. And some aren't soft that it takes a firmer hand to put on. That I don't like since we're working with eyes here, and the skin's fragile in that area. If it doesn't glide on the first time, it's out. (or I give it away)
Sadly, I don't use eyeliner everyday so I have tons of it at home waiting to be used alternatively. But if you're looking for a good one to use, try this one.
Paula's Choice Clinical KP Treatment Cloths- didn't have the chance to use the one. Description says "exfoliating cloths fight keratosis pilaris and body acne." I don't have the perfect skin that's for sure but it would take days to see results. It says there that 1 cloth is enough... we'll see if its worth buying for more. I just hope I remember.
Beauty Protector Protect Detangle - "... locks in color, protects from heat damage and adds silkiness." In the bottle it says leave in conditioner. I'm a bit apprehensive since I don't have good memories with these kind of products. I remember one having a foul smell (imho) and one leaving my hair sticky and itchy.
Paula's Choice Clinical KP Treatment Cloths- didn't have the chance to use the one. Description says "exfoliating cloths fight keratosis pilaris and body acne." I don't have the perfect skin that's for sure but it would take days to see results. It says there that 1 cloth is enough... we'll see if its worth buying for more. I just hope I remember.
Beauty Protector Protect Detangle - "... locks in color, protects from heat damage and adds silkiness." In the bottle it says leave in conditioner. I'm a bit apprehensive since I don't have good memories with these kind of products. I remember one having a foul smell (imho) and one leaving my hair sticky and itchy.
The smell is sweet but not overly, that's already a good chance for me to use it. Texture wise, it's not sticky for me at first but when when it dries with your hair the stickiness disappears. I still have to use it and test it when I go out and see how it well works with my hair. Aside from that I still have to look up the ingredients since there are some that I'm allergic to. The sample bottle didn't have the list in there.
Cynthia Rowley's eyeliner - really looks dark :D I just hope I keep it on all night when I use it xD!
My Ipsy's info card (or whatever it's called) features Christen Dominique looking all pretty and comfy with the balloons (Geh! I'll get the pic at the end later). My Ipsy glambag has these samples~~
EVA NYC Up All Night Volumnizing Spray - Doesn't seem sticky and stinky. I used it the other day when we celebrated the Chinese New Year (Happy Belated!) in Chinatown in downtown LA. I just left my hair air dry XD and the weird hot afternoon, cool evening temp didn't frizz my hair as it usually does. ^^b Happy that the last spray I fell in love with, I was allergic too, found a new one
Mitchel & Peach Flora No. 1 Fine Radiance Face Oil - Oh wow, could this be it?! I'm one of those people whose T zone area is super dry that I had to put moisturizer every hour or so (okay maybe two hours...) yes that bad. but then I read the description online
"A highly effective face oil packed with powerful natural anti-oxidants
and vitamins that are instantly absorbed to leave skin feeling plumper,
firmer and glowing with radiance."
As I read more, it doesn't say anything about moisturizing properties *insert sad face here* though I would still try it out for the back of my hand first and see if I have any allergic reactions to it. So far none, and it kinds leaves my skin a bit smooth *flutters*. Again, I still have to wait a bit to try it on when I'm not working since I don't want to break out while I'm in there, would be a bit inconvenient.
Blush in Cosmopolitan01 - I don't use a lot of blush when I go out, my staple would always be a liner, powder and colored lips. I should start using one as it leaves my cheeks too pale and I kinda look sickly hahaha!! Well not entirely. I tried using a cheek tint but since I have some spots in my face that's red, the tint just emphasized those areas further. I have some blushes that I'm using atm, and will try this one. Can't have too much blush and eyeliner if you use it a lot. Ohohoho!!!
City Color Creamy Lip Stain in Flirtini - well, I did say that I love lip colors, I tried this one when I went out. It dries up my lips, and when it does I had to take it all out and not just reapply because the dried out parts doesn't look appealing when reapplied atop. I did use a bafoundlm before it generously. It's okay to use though, if it dries the taking it off and reapplying everything is a bit of a hassle for a lazyass like me. Hahaha!
Emite MakeUp Eyelash Curler - the color combo reminds me of my Shisheido one, which I use very often. I like it as how it bends places (??) perfectly for my lashes. But since my Shisheido eyelash curler is still alive, I have a backup to use later.
The return of the comeback... hahaha! Okay I'm being weird.
The past months I've been really having this terrible dryness in my Tzone area and my moisturizer can't keep up with it. I'm short to running and going to a dermatologist and go like take all my money, but sadly I don't have enough of the last part *cry* Then I forgot that every winter or cold season I've been using this face lotion and I ran out the last time, and since it's not an easily available here I had to look for it at asian beauty shops. (No, Amazon OVERPRICES things, add the shipping... yea twice or triple the price, I'm a cheapskate so no) Thankfully when I was thinking of my skin, we were in Little Tokyo and found it again. It's Hadanomy Collagen Mist Face Lotion. Works well for me, and I use it whenever it's cold since it dries my skin faster. Hopefully it works again for me since I've been with it for long *cry* 
*** I hit publish days ago and didn't notice that whatever I did do got lost. I do apologize since I usually blog off my phone or tablet. Any substantial editing I had to use the laptop ^^; like right now since I have to redo/retype everything.***
Saturday, January 17, 2015
Beauty Post: January 2015
Dundundun!!! First post for the year and it's about the stuff I'm addicted too... yes I love beauty products though I'm no beauty expert. Like everyone else, I learn via Youtube.
Before all that I hope you have a Happy New Year (it's still January!!!) I hope your holidays were eventful~~
Before saying anything else (or typing for that matter) one of the things that makes me giddy about these sample boxes is that I'll never know what I'll get. It maybe something I'll like, love or not (in short, be disappointed) but then it's the nature of these sample boxes. Either go continue subscribing of just stop if you're not happy anymore.
My Ipsy January's glambag, "Fresh start" consists of
(1) Astrida Naturals Orange Mint Lip Balm
In my opinion, I can't have enough lip balms since I kept losing them or ^^ forget them in my pocket (and end up in the washer... *facepalms*) The smell's more of the mint and the orange's really faint. Applying it, when you read mint, you'll feel that tingling sensation in your lips and I was expecting that. It does it's work as a lip balm though, just the orange mint is a bit deceiving...
(2) Teadora Rainforest at dusk Nourishing Body Cream
Truth to be told, I got enough lotions and body creams to last me for a year. And that's saying something, lol. I don't use them often as I'm picky with the scent and the sensation/feeling it leaves after being applied. Some feels more greasy compared to some, and the smell is either too strong for my taste. This one is on the too strong smell for me. Too woodsy/musky for my liking, but would be good for a guy to use. xD!
These 3 items from the glambag I'm in love with xD!
(3) Probelle Nail Lacquer in Into the Blue
It has been that I love painting my nails and getting a nail polish in my glambag is a thumbs up for me. I like that I only need coats to get a nice color and it dries fast (yay!) I still have yet to try the shade if it works well with my Konad stamps
(4) Hikari Eye Liner in Storm
It glided really well when I was trying it on my hand, but a different story when I tried it on my lids. xD! (picture below) the middle one is one layer, and doesn't show well with my skin tone I had to use or more to make it show on my skin or use as a highlight
(5) Pacifica Natural Mineral Coconut eye shadow
It's like a very light beige with tiny sparkles good to use as a highlight for the brows xD!
My BirchBox 2015 Let's do this box contains
(1) Oribe Shampoo for Beautiful Color
To use when I shower later and hopefully remember to update xD!
(2) Dr Lipp Original Nipple Balm for lips
Yes, another lip balm and I like this better compared to the one I got from the above :P. I don't have to layer it down just to feel my lips moisturized. Just a hard time squeezing it out of it's tube though.
(3) Tocca hand cream in Grapefruit and Cucumber
Smells more of cucumber than grapefruit, shame that sometimes I try to go with my smell first, but after putting it on I can smell the grapefruit though the cucumber's a bit overpowering for my poor nose. I like how it's not greasy in my hands. The last hand cream I got was too greasy and sweet for my smell I got dizzy after 2-3 uses and gave it away. ^^;
(4) MyChelle Dermaceuticals Advanced Argan Oil
I'm a bit wary trying this one for now since I tried something new, I'll skip this one for now since I have work later and can't afford to show signs of any allergic reaction to it while working, no bueno.
And finally!
(5) Coastal Scents Revealed Palette Sampler - Latte
I'm too lazy to google the shades I have but the sample has 2 glittery shades and 2 mattes. The glittery ones are pigmented while the matte one had to put more, and most probably would be lost in my skin tone.
On some side notes...
I need a new case/drawer/something similar for my stuff since the one I have doesn't hold much of my stuff anymore, I should make a mental note or write it down so I don't forget haha and some new dressers *facepalms*
And I think I've said before how I like my bath and love using body washes. I found Village Natural Therapy at Walmart, tried it out and fell in love with it. I used the Aches and Pains Therapy and I sure do need it after shift. The Eucalyptus and Menthol in it doesn't dry out my skin, and the soothing feeling helps me sleep faster xD! I use it alternatively with the St Ive's Shea butter body wash...
Continue reading...
Before all that I hope you have a Happy New Year (it's still January!!!) I hope your holidays were eventful~~
Before saying anything else (or typing for that matter) one of the things that makes me giddy about these sample boxes is that I'll never know what I'll get. It maybe something I'll like, love or not (in short, be disappointed) but then it's the nature of these sample boxes. Either go continue subscribing of just stop if you're not happy anymore.
My Ipsy January's glambag, "Fresh start" consists of
(1) Astrida Naturals Orange Mint Lip Balm
In my opinion, I can't have enough lip balms since I kept losing them or ^^ forget them in my pocket (and end up in the washer... *facepalms*) The smell's more of the mint and the orange's really faint. Applying it, when you read mint, you'll feel that tingling sensation in your lips and I was expecting that. It does it's work as a lip balm though, just the orange mint is a bit deceiving...
(2) Teadora Rainforest at dusk Nourishing Body Cream
Truth to be told, I got enough lotions and body creams to last me for a year. And that's saying something, lol. I don't use them often as I'm picky with the scent and the sensation/feeling it leaves after being applied. Some feels more greasy compared to some, and the smell is either too strong for my taste. This one is on the too strong smell for me. Too woodsy/musky for my liking, but would be good for a guy to use. xD!
These 3 items from the glambag I'm in love with xD!
(3) Probelle Nail Lacquer in Into the Blue
It has been that I love painting my nails and getting a nail polish in my glambag is a thumbs up for me. I like that I only need coats to get a nice color and it dries fast (yay!) I still have yet to try the shade if it works well with my Konad stamps
(4) Hikari Eye Liner in Storm
It glided really well when I was trying it on my hand, but a different story when I tried it on my lids. xD! (picture below) the middle one is one layer, and doesn't show well with my skin tone I had to use or more to make it show on my skin or use as a highlight
(5) Pacifica Natural Mineral Coconut eye shadow
It's like a very light beige with tiny sparkles good to use as a highlight for the brows xD!
My BirchBox 2015 Let's do this box contains
(1) Oribe Shampoo for Beautiful Color
To use when I shower later and hopefully remember to update xD!
(2) Dr Lipp Original Nipple Balm for lips
Yes, another lip balm and I like this better compared to the one I got from the above :P. I don't have to layer it down just to feel my lips moisturized. Just a hard time squeezing it out of it's tube though.
(3) Tocca hand cream in Grapefruit and Cucumber
Smells more of cucumber than grapefruit, shame that sometimes I try to go with my smell first, but after putting it on I can smell the grapefruit though the cucumber's a bit overpowering for my poor nose. I like how it's not greasy in my hands. The last hand cream I got was too greasy and sweet for my smell I got dizzy after 2-3 uses and gave it away. ^^;
(4) MyChelle Dermaceuticals Advanced Argan Oil
I'm a bit wary trying this one for now since I tried something new, I'll skip this one for now since I have work later and can't afford to show signs of any allergic reaction to it while working, no bueno.
And finally!
(5) Coastal Scents Revealed Palette Sampler - Latte
I'm too lazy to google the shades I have but the sample has 2 glittery shades and 2 mattes. The glittery ones are pigmented while the matte one had to put more, and most probably would be lost in my skin tone.
On some side notes...
I need a new case/drawer/something similar for my stuff since the one I have doesn't hold much of my stuff anymore, I should make a mental note or write it down so I don't forget haha and some new dressers *facepalms*
And I think I've said before how I like my bath and love using body washes. I found Village Natural Therapy at Walmart, tried it out and fell in love with it. I used the Aches and Pains Therapy and I sure do need it after shift. The Eucalyptus and Menthol in it doesn't dry out my skin, and the soothing feeling helps me sleep faster xD! I use it alternatively with the St Ive's Shea butter body wash...
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Biscutina's Being Crafty
I have been spending most of my time the past few weeks reading, watching (new seasons for my beloved shows, CSI, NCIS & TAR, and a bit of anime here and there) and of course... CROCHETING!!!
I would admit even after a few years of doing it on and off, I still love the craft. I've gotten back to it last year when a friend was trying to learn how to knit to make something for her beloooved boyfriend. I was surprised and was like, hey that's a nice idea. Why not try making some for friends this Christmas. And with that I (one who has been crocheting for years) learned how to read patterns. Yes, all those years I've been mostly making things stuff without one, which I would admit, hindered my skill progression (sorry, this is the effect of reading and being addicted to SAO and the light novels) I guess in a short amount of time my skills would be considered along the intermediate level. I have yet to tackle an experienced pattern. I have only recently ( a few weeks I guess) learned how to read a chart pattern and correct me if I'm wrong, mostly used by Japanese crocheters/knitters. It's a hit and miss since I've been using a different type of yarn category and gauge making is still confusing me a bit. So far, I haven't been in luck of looking for the yarn I want to use/try for those projects, either that or the yarns I find are a bit expensive just to be trying it out at first.
Gah! Speaking of expensive. Ugh! I was (yet again) left with my thoughts (one day), and noticed that most of my hobbies are on the expensive side. I love arts and crafts, (sewing, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.) but it's quite taxing on my always near empty wallet. Whenever I'm at the craft store, I would stare at the yarn aisle (for i.e.) debating what color I should buy since I want to grab them all and make a work studio for my crafts. Sadly, again, the latter have to wait until I have settled myself financially.
For now, I have opened an online shop for my crochet items, Biscuitina's Being Crafty , currently I only have one item on the listing but planning to add more soon as I try to design more items, and maybe those patterns without selling restrictions (I do respect the pattern makers). I opened the shop to pay for my hobbies and I did say somewhere there that I only make them during my free time. xD! I need a banner for it though, hopefully laziness doesn't hit me... (lies!) and edit the shop page soon. (For some reason or another the feel of opening the shop feels like opening a shop in Neopets).
I have babbled too much for now. :D Another friend is requesting for me to make her some crochet goth loli items. Time to make some designs and maybe, you might see them on my shop soon!
Continue reading...
I would admit even after a few years of doing it on and off, I still love the craft. I've gotten back to it last year when a friend was trying to learn how to knit to make something for her beloooved boyfriend. I was surprised and was like, hey that's a nice idea. Why not try making some for friends this Christmas. And with that I (one who has been crocheting for years) learned how to read patterns. Yes, all those years I've been mostly making things stuff without one, which I would admit, hindered my skill progression (sorry, this is the effect of reading and being addicted to SAO and the light novels) I guess in a short amount of time my skills would be considered along the intermediate level. I have yet to tackle an experienced pattern. I have only recently ( a few weeks I guess) learned how to read a chart pattern and correct me if I'm wrong, mostly used by Japanese crocheters/knitters. It's a hit and miss since I've been using a different type of yarn category and gauge making is still confusing me a bit. So far, I haven't been in luck of looking for the yarn I want to use/try for those projects, either that or the yarns I find are a bit expensive just to be trying it out at first.
Gah! Speaking of expensive. Ugh! I was (yet again) left with my thoughts (one day), and noticed that most of my hobbies are on the expensive side. I love arts and crafts, (sewing, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.) but it's quite taxing on my always near empty wallet. Whenever I'm at the craft store, I would stare at the yarn aisle (for i.e.) debating what color I should buy since I want to grab them all and make a work studio for my crafts. Sadly, again, the latter have to wait until I have settled myself financially.
For now, I have opened an online shop for my crochet items, Biscuitina's Being Crafty , currently I only have one item on the listing but planning to add more soon as I try to design more items, and maybe those patterns without selling restrictions (I do respect the pattern makers). I opened the shop to pay for my hobbies and I did say somewhere there that I only make them during my free time. xD! I need a banner for it though, hopefully laziness doesn't hit me... (lies!) and edit the shop page soon. (For some reason or another the feel of opening the shop feels like opening a shop in Neopets).
I have babbled too much for now. :D Another friend is requesting for me to make her some crochet goth loli items. Time to make some designs and maybe, you might see them on my shop soon!
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