I went from an easy, hurried, low-maintenance facial cleaning ritual to trying out the Asian 10 step skincare routine. Being raised in New York City has damaged and polluted my skin; I'm now repairing and focusing on anti-aging.
I want to buy and use products from a broad number of brands, I didn't just want to stick with one brand, I shopped around and compared all. I will try to write reviews each month, one which will be a list my skincare routine products, sharing my experiences on each product.

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation Mattifying Oil Free Natural

Perfect for the summertime for my combination sensitive skin, I love wearing it when it's 90F outside. I usually use my fingers to apply, but you can use a dense round makeup brush to apply. It sets really fast so I like to use this when on-the-go! All my imperfections are gone!!!
This product is very lightweight to the point where I forgot that I was wearing foundation.
I have the old packaging because I love this pump vs the new packaging in a squeeze tube.


Thursday, April 25, 2019

Huxley Secret of the Sahara Oil Essence-Like, Oil-Like

Huxley was a brand that I've had my eye on for a year before purchasing it. I was hesitant purchasing this because it had the word "oil" but it is anything but oily. It's perfect for my dry skin during the winter. It soothes my fine lines and makes my skin feel hydrated.

Saturday, April 20, 2019

Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Micro Gel Cleanser

Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Micro Gel Cleanser



By the look of the packaging and semi-transparent packaging. 
I live for gel cleansers for the spring summer time. It foams easily when apply onto the face with a few drops of water.
I love using this during the winter because there are moisturizes properties and my face does feel less dry than the "average" cleanser.

Monday, April 15, 2019

Spring 2019 skincare routine






Step 1 - Cleanse



Boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil


Erborian Cleansing Micellar Water

 

Drunk Elephant Beste Jelly Cleanser



Peach and Lily Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask





 Step 2 - Toner

Muji MakeUp Booster





Thank you Farmer True Water Deep Toner





Step 3 - Essence

Huxley Oil Essence Essence-Like, Oil-Like



Muji NATURAL SKIN CARE BRIGHTENING MOISTURIZING ESSENCE


Step 4 - Eye

 Perricone MD Re:Firm Eye
 



Step 5 - Moisture




SUNDAY RILEY Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment


Origins Plantscription Youth Renewing Power Night Cream


Step 6 - Makeup


Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation Mattifying Oil Free Natural

Gucci Lustrous Glow foundation light 50

COVER FX Custom Cover Drops

Tarte Double Duty Beauty Shape Tape Matte Foundation

Urban Decay Cosmetics Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Limited Edition Lipstick-9- Rose Stiletto


 Colourpop Ultra Satin Lip
 

Nars Mosaic Fireclay (Highligh, blush and bronzer)

HUDA BEAUTY Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette-Gemstone

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Thank you Farmer True Water Deep Toner

I brought this product on sale without high expectations. It surprised me as a transitional winter into spring toner.
I love the thicker texture than a regular toner and it's very hydrating for my skin. Love the pump. My face drinks this toner when I apply it especially at night time while the house heat is on. However I noticed that alcohol is the 4th ingredient but I didn't notice it on my face because I always apply serum or essence right away when my skin is slowing drying. Not a repurchase.

Friday, April 5, 2019

HUDA BEAUTY Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette-Gemstone


HUDA BEAUTY Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette-Gemstone

This is my first product from the Huda Beauty brand which I brought all the way back in November during the Black Friday Sale and I was excited to try out the colors. Grabbing this mini palette was a way to try Huda eyeshadows without breaking your budget getting her full sized palette. I prefer pigmented dark colors over neutral colors so I started using these over a span of 4-5 months before reviewing. You can use brush or finger to apply it on your eyelids. It's soft and metallic looking. The shades that I use the most are Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire. There is one duochromo pink by goes on light blue shade that caught me by surprise. Overall a nice palette that I use once in a while if I'm looking for a bold look.

Sunday, March 31, 2019

Las Vegas Trip 2019

I visited Las Vegas, Nevada this past March for the first time and had a great experience. It was 70-80F and sunny during the three days I was there. We flew American Airlines and landed to my surprise with slots at the gates of the airport. We uber to the hotel-MGM Grand, drop our things and we took the RTS bus (you can buy a 3-day pass for $20 using the mobile app) to the Venetian. The RTS consist of the Deuce and the SDX, the Deuce is a double decker local bus and the SDX is the Strip and Downtown Express.

We took the Deuce from the MGM Grand to the Venetian to grab brunch at Bouchon. I ordered the *Petit Déjeuner Américaine which is two eggs any style with bacon, sausage & potato croquettes with toasted whole wheat, a Bouchon Bakery pastry, fresh juice & Bouchon blend coffee with a total of $23.50 I chose the Almond croissant as my bakery pastry and grapefruit juice. I love the Bouchon blend coffee. After we walked to the Wynn stop and caught the SDX to the North Vegas Outlet. I purchased my very first Michael Kors bag. It was an Emmy Large Saffiano Leather Dome Satchel, however, I went home the following week and saw it on the regular Michael Kors sale section for cheaper--the same exact bag. You can take the SDX fro the North Vegas Outlet to the South Vegas Outlet. If you like convenience and luxurious brands, I would recommend you to stick to the North Vegas Outlet. The North Vegas outlet has the bus stop directly across from each other, however, the South Vegas Outlet has a Downtown stop but you would have to get back on the same stop and take it to the last stop and back around passing the South Vegas Outlet to get yourself back to the Strip. The South Vegas Outlet also doesn't have as many luxurious brands and the stores and selection are slightly smaller. However during my experience at both outlet, I feel the locals prefer the South Vegas outlet, which has a huge parking lot and the tourists flock to the North Vegas outlet.




After visiting the North Vegas Outlet, we were 20 minutes late to our “O" BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL® show. It is a must see, I highly recommend it. It was a water show and the stunts were amazing. For dinner, we went across the street from the Bellagio to Planet Hollywood for the Gordon Ramsay Burger. There was a 30 minute wait and we were seated at the bar. We ordered the Onion rings, burnt Ends Poutine and Hog Burger. I love the burnt ends poutine, it is a huge portion well enough for two people without ordering a burger. I was disappointed at the Hog Burger, it wasn't fully cooked and it was too greasy for my taste. The bacon was too fatty, but I did like the pickles in the mix.



The next day we took the SDX to Fremont and noticed a different atmosphere, a more mellow feeling in the casinos here. You should buy all your souvenirs on this place for cheaper. We took the SDX bus back and got off at Bellagio and walked passed the Fountain and to Casear Palace for the Bucchanal Buffet. Even with the VIP package, you still have to get in line to another line which was about 30-45 minutes for mediocre food. The foods that stood out for me was the mashed potatoes and gelato and orange juice. I didn't feel well afterwards and went home. I slept from 8pm to 4am that day after eating from that place. Do not recommend that place to anyone. The next day, we just relaxed and visited Aria and eat at the brunch buffet which I do recommend. After that we visited the South Vegas outlet and I brought a blouse at the Ann Taylor Factory Store. We took the bus back the hotel and visited the Dapper Doughnut and uber to the airport.