I remember a time when I would lather my face silly with soap-based cleansers, and then slap on some water-based oil-free moisturizer. Now that I know better, I make sure my skin gets as much hydration as possible. I moisturizer with oils like Sunflower Oil and Argan Oil, and I’ve swapped harsh cleansers for theContinue reading “A Review of the Human Heart Nature Hydrating Creamy Wash”
Category Archives: Skincare
This Lip Balm Saved My Lips
I don’t know what it is, but my skin has been feeling so dry lately. This feeling has extended to my lips, and I was surprised to find them feeling really flaky. That honestly never happens. I slathered my lips with the lip balms I already have, but to no avail. That’s when I decidedContinue reading “This Lip Balm Saved My Lips”
A Review of the Yves Rocher Rinsing Vinegar
Like many Filipinas, I too occasionally suffer from an oily and congested scalp. I’ve never tried clarifying shampoos; I’m afraid they’ll strip my hair too much, but it’s all good because I have my handy-dandy Rinsing Vinegar from Yves Rocher. In this post, I’ll explain what a Rinsing Vinegar is, how I use it, andContinue reading “A Review of the Yves Rocher Rinsing Vinegar”
I Tried Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Parabens, Triclosan, Pthalates, and Formaldehyde. These are just some potentially damaging ingredients commonly found in skin and haircare products. Among the roster is Sulfates. More often than not, you can find Sulfates in the ingredient list of most shampoos, so why is it that some brands try to do away with the ever-present component? WhileContinue reading “I Tried Sulfate-Free Shampoo”
The Ultimate Skincare Post
This is one of my more ambitious posts as in it, I’ll be outlining my complete skincare routine, including once a week maintenance rituals and troubleshooting. Wow, I made my face sound awfully like a computer. Anyway, I realized that I needed a change from my simple skincare routine (check it out here) because myContinue reading “The Ultimate Skincare Post”
I Scream for Eye Cream: A Review of Rraw PH’s Tea Butter
Eye cream has been an essential part of my skincare routine for many years. I used to look for products that would fade my dark circles, but once I realized that they were due to genetics and not from lack of sleep, I began to look for simple creams that would at least moisturize myContinue reading “I Scream for Eye Cream: A Review of Rraw PH’s Tea Butter”
Let’s Talk About Cleansing Oil
I don’t know about you, but I always hate the hassle of removing makeup, especially eye makeup. Thankfully, cleansing oil exists! Cleansing oil is a lazy girl’s saving grace when it comes to removing makeup. Don’t be intimidated by the word oil. What makes cleansing oil so great is that it rinses off very easily. InContinue reading “Let’s Talk About Cleansing Oil”
Detoxify with Rraw PH’s Moroccan Clay Mask
Once a week (mostly Sundays), I sit down in front of my vanity, take a good look at my skin, be horrified by my blackheads and pores, and ultimately decide that it’s time for a face mask. If you’ve read my Rraw PH Haul post, you’ll know that I picked up the Rraw PH MoroccanContinue reading “Detoxify with Rraw PH’s Moroccan Clay Mask”
5 Moisturizers That Are Great For Oily Skin
Even if you have oily skin, you still need to use moisturizer. This must be one of the most overused sentences said by beauty gurus everywhere. As overused as it is, it still rings true, and a surprising amount of people think that because they have oily skin, they don’t need moisturizer. Well, guess what?Continue reading “5 Moisturizers That Are Great For Oily Skin”
Rraw PH Haul
There’s nothing I love more than homegrown, organic beauty brands, so you could imagine my delight when I stumbled upon the Instagram page of Rraw PH. They’re an Iloilo-based brand that handcrafts their own products, making sure to use fresh, organic, chemical-free, and safe ingredients. Their colorful soaps and super cute packaging pretty much caughtContinue reading “Rraw PH Haul”
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