Christmas Wish List

I know I have tons of "me likey" things but the ones listed below are especially for the Christmas season. This time, am gonna limit the list to just 10. So here it goes.

10. Shu Uemura Depsea Water Facial Mist. It's one thing that I want to be found inside my everyday bag. It's ideal to use especially under the sun's scorching heat to refreshen and hydrate skin and hair.

9. Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler. It's the best eyelash curler ever made by man. Enough said.

8. A Toywatch or a Technomarine watch. Just because.

7. An oversize tote bag. I need a really large bag where I can put my everyday stuff--cosmetic pouch, sunglasses, packed lunch, a book and/or a magazine, cell phones, mp4 player, wallet/coin purse, umbrella, wet ones, alcohol, brush, etc.

6. Square-shaped nails. I tried having nails that are long enough so I can have perfect french tips but my nails are weak. Will a nail hardener help? Hmm.. I wonder.

5. A valid ID. Government issued that is. Am so tamad to get at least a postal ID. lol.

4. A new phone. Am not really particular when it comes to cell phones. Any model will do as long as it can be used to text and call, and maybe has a nice cam resolution to go with it.

3. ASUS Laptop (F80L - 4P011D). When I saw this, bam! It was a love at first sight.

2. A cocktail dress and a cocktail ring (and maybe a purse). Two (three) items in number 2, I know. I am not cheating here but wouldn't it be nice if I could wear the dress with a ring and a matching purse to complete the look?

1. A new house. I know it's a big thing for a 22-year old girl like me. But it's for our whole family. My mom and dad want to leave the house we own now and move in someplace less complicated. But it's really hard to find a nice home in a good location, in a peaceful community and in a disciplined neighborhood where values of people don't actually clash altogether. My year would be complete if this one would come to reality.

Grab those Smashbox Cosmetics (According to my Instinct)

When it comes to shopping, I always go with what my instinct tells me. Yesterday, I stumbled upon a multiply site--http://makeupkit.multiply.com/--that sells cosmetics of all sorts and brands--from Shu Uemura brushes and Cleansing Oils to Dior and Chanel Compacts and Palettes. I was amazed the moment I laid eyes on the products on her site! I am talking about me drooling here, ladies. And I know you understand me when I say it’s as good as walking down the isle of your favorite department store while gawking at gorgeous displays. And I know the drooling doesn’t change whether you’re looking at some steal or splurge items. The adrenaline is all the same. Lol.

While my eyes are doing their work of browsing through the site, my mind is, at the same time, doing its job of thinking of that something that I might need (thinking of your needs before they arise is different from learning that you ARE already in need of something. If you know what I mean). So anyway, I thought I need to get a new compact and a blush on and my instinct told me the Smashbox Self-Adjusting Powder Foundation and the Smashbox O-Glow would be perfect.


I followed a gut feel to buy the two without testing them first. The test was done after they were delivered to my doorsteps. Here’s my personal review:



The Smashbox O-Glow, is ok, I guess. For me, it’s just like any other blush except for the Goji Berry C content that’s food for the skin and the clear gel that magically transformed into a pinkish finish as I applied it on my cheeks. But I liked how it blended on my skin and the silky glow it left on my face.



The Smashbox Self-Adjusting Powder Foundation is perfect on my skin as I chose the right shade and coverage. I applied it lightly this morning since I wanted a day make-up effect and when I went out to dinner, I had to go with a medium coverage. It absorbs oil well and has a lasting effect. At the back of the box, it says it has vitamins for the skin—A, C and E, which makes this Smashbox make-up extra impressive. I also love the mirror size, which is big enough to see everything that’s going on in my face. Oh, and another thing that I liked about this is its case and sponge. It comes in a black matte case and a sponge that’s gentle on the skin yet durable. The verdict: The Smashbox Self-Adjusting Powder Foundation gets my 5 out of 5 stars!

So there. I guess it’s not only my instinct that never fails me but Smashbox make-ups as well. *wink*