CoverGirl Smoky ShadowBlast in Silver Sky and ShineBlast Lipgloss in Sparkler

Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post is given to me, I'm a BzzAgent. I am not affiliated with the company nor getting paid to advertise the products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

Please don't forget to enter the CSN Stores $125 Gift Certificate Giveaway.  It ends June 6, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. PST (Pacific time).

Several weeks ago, I received two CoverGirl products to test and review since I'm a BzzAgent. I think it's about time I review these products... hehe~

$125 Gift Certificate to CSN Stores Giveaway

I was kindly approached by a PR from CSN Stores to give one of my readers a $125 gift certificate to use on their website... wheee~ CSN Stores have more than 200 online stores from tv stands, pet products, to what we females like bags and shoes. ;) Here are some pictures from their online stores.

For pet lovers, you can bling your pet's collar. How cute is that!

If you're a parent or even an aunt, you can get stuff animals for the children. Heh~ You can even get these for yourself... hehe~

For us females, they sell wonderful bags like Kathy Van Zeeland. I'm a big sucker for this brand... hehe~ :D

To end with pictures, it's for us beauty addicts. How can we not live with this vanity mirror!!! :)

I can go on with pictures and the products they carry, but it'll be endless... hehe~ You need to check out the CSN Stores website. You can get a lot for $125. The only thing is the gift certificate DOES NOT cover shipping and international fees, but majority of the products have free shipping. Plus the best part is that you're getting $125 and most products have free shipping when you buy a certain amount, $75. You're getting free shipping anyways... hehe~ ;)

How to win:

1. You must be a follower of my blog.

2. Open to US and Canada residents.

3. You must be 18 years or older. If you're younger than 18, please get your parent's permission.

4. You must leave a comment "CSN Stores rock" to this post with a blogger/google username. If you do not write "CSN Stores rock," you will not be entered.

5. You must agree to leave your name and e-mail with CSN Stores.

6. The giveaway will end in two weeks, 6/6/2010 11:59 PST (pacific time).

7. The winner will be drawn with a random number generator. You have 48 hours to contact me [aly_4realz (at) hotmail (dot) com] or else a new winner be chosen.

Extra entry:

1. Blog about the giveaway on your blog either on the side bar or on a post (+1 entry).

Thank you CSN Stores for sponsoring this giveaway!!! :)

Disclaimer: The product mentioned in this post are sponsored by CSN Stores. I am not affiliated with this company nor getting paid to advertise this product. This post is written with my honest opinion.

Credit: CSN Stores

Skin Food Gingko Green BB Cream

I've been using Skin Food Gingko Green BB cream since the beginning of this year, 2010. I think it's about time I review this product... hehe~

Product Review: Skin Food Gingko Green BB Cream in Shade #2

Where can you purchase this: Korean beauty store, Skin Food store, Korea, or online

Price: cannot remember about I believe it was around $20

Made in Korea

Information on the back: This product is formulated with Gingko and green tea extracts, which are full of beauty enhancing ingredients like lecithin and Vitamin B to moisturize and nourish the skin. This is a multi function skin care product for both skin correction and skin protection.

My thoughts: Before I start, BB stands for blemish balm or base. You would think it's for people with acne problems but anyone can use it even I with dry skin. If you're looking for a foundation/BB cream that isn't on the medium to thick side, then this isn't for you. ;)

Most people think BB creams started in Korea, but in some ways it did and some ways it didn't... hehe~ Korea are the first people who thought of this idea, but it was actually made in Germany. My sister-in-law used one made from Germany and hot dang it's pretty expensive! It cost more than $100 and it looks like a cream moisturizer. For some odd reason, a lot of the less expensive ones come in tubes like the one I'm reviewing... hehe~

Now that you know a little history of BB creams, now to my review... hehe~ :D I spread this around my face with my fingers (make sure it's clean), therefore, it's actually better that it comes in a tube than a bottle. I'm not a professional when it comes to BB creams, but I do love the thick consistency. It covers my freckles better than most foundations... lol~ :X I am very happy with BB creams except for one thing. I noticed a lot of BB creams come in only two shades. I don't know why when there are so many different skin tones. :/ I know in Korea being pale is looked upon but still... hehe~ I got the darker shade, #2, and it still looks paler than my NC35 (that's what I am at the moment). Since I love my BB creams so much, I darken it up with a darker powder afterwards. That might be an option for those people who love BB creams and it doesn't come in your shade... hehe~ ;)

Pros:
* Medium to thick consistency.
* It hides some of the flaws.
* Comes in a tube.
* For all skin types.
* Don't need a brush.
* A little goes a long ways.
* The scent isn't overbearing.

Cons:
* Only two shades available.
* Hard to find in the US unless you buy online.

Would I buy this again? Yes and No. I might try other brands to compare in the future.

Rating:  4/5 Tobey's Paws


Here's a swatch on my hand.

It looks like it'll fit my skin tone, but that was my winter skin. During this summer weather, I'm much darker... hehe~

Here's how the BB cream looks on me. I darken it up with a dark powder to match my skin.




I haven't bought jewelries in a long time, but I couldn't resist with these. I told myself it's okay it can be my birthday gifts... hehe~

This is such a gorgeous necklace. The picture doesn't do it justice!!! It's a heart-shaped crystal with a blue-shaped rose inside. The rose shaped is hard to see here, but it's nice in person I promise... hehe~ I love this necklace because it's blue, my favorite color, and I love blue rose. I think blue rose are so unique and beautiful... hehe~

I also bought this dangling bracelet. I love dangling bracelets even though they're out of style now... hehe~ :X I love the simplicity of the colors, as well as, the silver leaves. :)


Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post are bought with my own money. I am not affiliated with any company nor getting paid to advertise any products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

L'Oreal Volume Shocking Mascara in Blackest Black

Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post are bought with my money. I am not affiliated with the companies nor getting paid to advertise the products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

I don't remember when I bought this *sigh*. I decided to pick this out from my zip-lock bag full of non-used mascaras. Yes, I have that many mascaras that can last me over two years!!! I've been good about not buying mascaras, even though, I want to try the new ones that are out. I must resist! I have too many as it is. Anyways, it's been more than two months of using this. I think it's about time I review this.

The Ylang Gallery Masks

Happy belated Mother's Day!!! I hope you celebrated with your mother. :) I had a great weekend! It was hectic but good... hehe~ I got to see all my nieces and nephew together. We celebrated my nephew's first birthday (dol) this past Saturday. He's growing up so fast!

Anyways, now to the topic of beauty... hehe~ I bought five sheet masks from this brand; three of one kind (click here to see my review) and two of the other kind which I will review in this post... hehe~ If you want to see my overall haul, you can check out this post (click here). ;)

Product Review: The Ylang Gallery Sheet Masks

Where can you purchase this: Korean/Japanese beauty store, market, or online at www.spskintech.com

Price: about $1

Made in Korea

Information on the front: Moisture Essence Mask Sheet

Used to help regulate a person's energy blood circulation, yinyang and spirit, our skin solution relies on a secret imperial prescription of oriental medicinal herbs, including all kinds of botanical extracts, of revitalize and hydrate skin.

My thoughts: In all honesty, I haven't had any problems with sheet masks. They all moisturized, as well as, plump my face. I wake up in the morning and my face texture feels great. It's more the question of the smell, does it sting, and how easily accessible they are... lol~ I liked these as much as the other masks from The Ylang Gallery... hehe~

Pros:
* For all skin type.

* It's very hydrating to the skin.

* Leaves a plumpness.

* Comes in many flavors.

* The scent is decent.

* The cost isn't bad.

Cons:
* Never heard of this brand.

* It's not easily accessible.

Would I buy this again? Yes, of course... hehe~

Rating:  4/5 Tobey's Paws

Now I will say a little something about each masks I used... hehe~

Olive:

* It smelled good.

* It didn't smell like olive to me.

Blackbean:

* This smelled nasty!!! :X

* I don't know if this smelled like blackbean since I have no clue how blackbean smells like... lol~ :X

About a month and a half ago, I asked if I should continue using my sunscreen even though it expired (click here to read my post). A lot of you guys told me to throw it away and get a new one. I decided to chuck mine away and use a sample, same one... hehe~

Thank  you for your advices!!! I really appreciate it. :)

Since then, as well as, using the sample one, I bought a new one recently last week.

They changed the SPF which used to be 30, now it's a tube with the opening on the bottom instead of a bottle with the opening on the top, and the overall look. Who knows maybe it's a whole new type and I'm comparing them to be the same... lol~ :X

Here's the ingredients, as well as, the active ingredients. If you're allergic to sunscreen and SPF products, it might be oxybenzone or avobenzone (bascially, any of the benzone family). This sunscreen is good because it has titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. ;)

Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post are bought with my own money. I am not affiliated with any company nor getting paid to advertise any products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

L'Oreal Lash Boosting Serum

Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post are bought with my money. I am not affiliated with the companies nor getting paid to advertise the products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

I've been using this for four weeks now and think it's about time I review it.

Spicy Rice Cake (dduk-bok-ki)

Disclaimer: The products mentioned in this post are bought with my own money except for Lush and Is Clinical. I am not affiliated with the companies nor getting paid to advertise the products. This post is written with my honest opinion.

This was a requested recipe from long time ago! :X I apologize for not making, as well as, posting this sooner!!! I would have made this quicker if I knew somebody would eat this with me. Unfortunately, nobody eats this but myself... hehe~ I have a tendency to NOT make food for myself. I want the easy way around and eat something simple when I eat alone... lol~ :X Anyways, to the recipe...


If you need some guidance with the ingredients, you can check my Korean Cooking 101. ;)


Ingredients:
rice cake
1 egg per person
1 fish cake
chopped garlic
half of spoonful of red pepper paste
onion
cabbage
carrot
red pepper powder
honey powder
sugar
chopped green onion


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