Review: Maybeline Mascara The Magnum Big Shot Volum’ Express + Natural Makeup Remover || Blog ni Gigi

The Magnum Big Shot Volum’ Express Mascara

When it comes to mascara everyone is rooting for Maybelline.  

• The Magnum Big Shot Volum’ Express Water Proof

Review : Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless || Drugstore Foundation || First Impression || Beauty Review ||Blog ni Gigi

Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation

Maybelline is one famous ‘drugstore makeup’ brand here in the Philippines. Fit Me Matte +Poreless came out and I am finally giving it a try. I wouldn't be trying it out if not recommended by my favorite YouTuber Kim Thai. I so love her. I know any product may have different result with everybody so I will try this one out, considering the weather here in the Philippines and my skin type.

My Skincare Routine: How to Get Clear Skin (Inexpensive Way) For Acne Prone || Beauty Review

I always make it a point that I don’t spend much on things. Because first, I doubt I can afford an extravagant lifestyle and second, there is absolutely nothing wrong with cheaper alternative that I am sure that is just effective as the expensive ones.

Wouldn’t you agree?

That’s the same with skincare.

Diy Hair Color || Coloring Your Hair at Home

If you are looking for a cheaper alternative for your hair color, why not just do it at home? As we all know hair color can be expensive depending on which salon you wanted to go. So, I would like to take you to the process I’ve been to color my hair at home in which I am fairly satisfied because I save a ton of bucks doing it myself (well I get bit of help to apply color on the back so I suggest you grab a friend).

You Need

       1.       Hortaleza Hair Coloring Cream #10

       2.       Hortaleza Oxydizing Lotion 12%

       3.       Brush (you can grab one in HBC as well it makes easy to apply the product)

       4.       Container (to mix in)

       5.       Huge Plastic (to protect your clothes)

     

Fooding Aside || Sta. Maria Dairy || Freshest Dairy Product Locally Available in San Jose del Monte

Finally, I found the ‘freshest’ (if there’s a word like that) dairy product available in our area. I am really surprise and ecstatic when Sta. Maria Dairy opens in Star Mall San Jose Del Monte. I am a huge fan of dairy products, even on college I always crave for dairy (milk in particular).

Saving Up Thinking Ahead || How to Save On a Cooperative || San Jose Koop || Up Career

Remember my last article about savings click here if you miss it, now here’s the part two. I may not be the right person to ask what is cooperative (because honestly I don’t know) however I will try to put definition from the internet as so we can move on to more important things.

My Purchases with Lazada || Monopod || Make Up Brush

***This post is containing Affiliates in which I receive a small percentage of commission when you shop with Lazada thru this link Click here . Thank you for the support.****

I’ve got three items from Lazada few months back and I thought I would share them with you. Lazada is a boom thing here in the Philippines it is like E-bay and Amazon if you are wondering what it is. They got loads of different stuff from expensive to cheap items like gadgets, furniture, makeup, jewelry, clothes, you name it.
 Everybody’s got hype with Lazada

Working With a Horrible Boss || How to Deal with Negativity at Work || Up Career

Photo Credits : Pinterest

A lot of instances in my life that I experienced misunderstandings with people at school or work. I will list down some thoughts that helped me a lot to “resist a Horrible Boss”. This post is leaning over to what I believe in as a Christian so hopefully you guys are the same as me. (As we all know religion is pretty much hard to agree upon but I am giving it a shot and hopefully it will help you in one way or another. This is why the blog is for anyways. J) 

Because of individuality (different culture, upbringing, environment, beliefs and much much more) we all agree that sometimes we disagree to a certain act, views or behaviour.

How to Save in HDMF Pag ibig Modified II (MP2) || Update on Pag Ibig Overseas Program (POP) || Saving up || Thinking Ahead

I recently enrolled to one of the saving scheme of HDMF Pag-Ibig Fund which is Pag-Ibig (MP2). Pag-Ibig MP2 lets you save money with the highest interest rate per annum as compared with bank. Once you are employed, you can immediately enrol in this program straight to Pag-Ibig branches. The catch is, you have to save money for a minimum of five years. Yes, five years. It’s similar to a time deposit. You can check out these sites to further learn about Pag-Ibig MP2.

Max Factor Colour Correcting Cream

Another most used foundation I have, or in this case CC Cream is MaxFactor CC Cream. If you are a beginner of makeup, you might be creating a question mark around your head on what is a CC Cream versus a normal foundation.

UPDATE: Nichido True Colors Liquid Foundation || Review

Finally, I get my hands to a beauty sponge and I couldn’t agree more to people who says that it makes life so easy on applying foundation.  

Moringa O2 Herbal Conditioner || Anti-Hairfall? || Review

A comprehensive review of Moringa O2 Herbal Conditioner with Argan Oil (Natures combined powerful oils Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Olive Oil, Omega (Sunflower) Oil and Argan oil.

I am always on the hunt for anti hair fall products because my hair is normally thin. I tried quite a lot of them but the attachment is short-lived. It is either because it is too expensive or not effective at all.

Philippine Dessert: Shaved Ice || Halo Halo in Dubai, UAE

Want to know where I get halo halo in Dubai? And apparently this is the closest to ‘Filipino Halo  Halo’ taste that I once known. In Pan De Manila Bakery. In case I haven’t mention, I live in Satwa Dubai. They say it is the Manila outside the Philippines because Filipinos are everywhere. You can get it from these branches;

Philippine Dessert: Shaved Ice || Halo Halo || Mang Inasal

One thing I crave and miss a lot when I was away in the Philippines is ‘halo halo’.

In Dubai I go for this bakery which is my best bet for ‘taste like home’ feels halo halo. Click here to know where I got it.

My Fair Share of Sacrifice as an Overseas Filipino Worker

I am kinda hesitant sharing this one to you, because who in the world would like to discuss your failure to people? But I am guessing, sharing it to you might give a bit of information and somehow could give you a lesson that will help you in one way or another.   

Just a bit of background I work in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. I am not alone in that country,

Moisturizing Routine

Over the time, with age, weather conditions, and treatment with my acne has brought up changes for my skin.

One apparent example I notice is that after taking a bath my skin looks fresh and dry, but after a bit of exposure outside I easily grease up.

Reasons Why You are Not Satisfied with Your Job?

After graduating, I have been in couple of jobs (5 jobs to be exact). Jumping from company after company from private companies to government, from front-line sales to back office work and working local and abroad, none of these jobs gave me sense of fulfilment. I felt like I am a chaos.

Burn out after burn out; I jumped from one job to another.

Then the inevitable happens.

Food Vs Acne || Foods to Avoid and Misconception

There are many factor's why people have acne and food is one of it.

Here are my picks for common foods that contributes with breakouts and common Filipino misconceptions with regards to food in relation with acne.

3 Beauty Mistakes You’ve Been Told to Do

1.    Choose a Lighter Shade for your Eyebrows

I am pretty sure one way or another someone just suggest this to you. This is not absolutely true.

The right thing to go for is to consider what kind of character you want to portray or better yet how you want others to identify you. You as an individual.

Improving Your Typing Skills || How to

There may be a couple of reasons why you want to improve in this field. Whichever reason that is – it will be quite tough and requires constant commitment and dedication.

First things first:

Right tool for the right job.

I forgot where exactly I got this line from, but sure remind me a handful on doing stuff.

Camera Use by Popular Filipino YouTuber

I’ve listed down below the cameras used by these 7 Filipino You Tuber I've known - because of their popularity - and some I admire and constantly follow.

If ever you might want to start your own YouTube Channel  getting ideas from these successful YouTube vloggers is something you might want to consider.

One: Anne Clutz

Grow Herbs, Veggie at Home & Where to Find Seeds || Garden

Thyme, mint, basil and a lot more; think you can’t grow it here in the Philippines?

Think again.

Because of our rich soil, most plants grow here in our country.

If you love to cook and have passion for growing things on your own; let me get you a kick start on how to do it.

Get Back on Track with Scheduling || How to

I’ve got a lot of ideas popping out.

However, most of it wasn’t started because of an emotional roller coaster ride I am into.

I felt so down, that I push out all ideas aside before I even tried it out.

Go ahead and read on…

It takes more than a will to get back on track. Faith is a necessity.

Interview? Read My No Panic List on Outfits & Overall Look

Tip 1: Basic is Timeless

I’ve got this cheap black stretchy pants long time ago and still it never ran out of purpose.

A.

Pairing it with white descent tee and a basic black coat makes it casual and corporate ish look.

Tip 2: Be Comfortable

If you are in the average working class you probably know how the public transport works. Without much sugar coating about it, it is important for me to stress this point out.

Nichido True Colors Liquid Foundation || Review

Hello!!!

Today I will share to you my thoughts about this Nichido Liquid Foundation. I had this foundation back in 2011 if I remember correctly and recently I decided to repurchase.

Not to disappoint you earlier in the blog, but I am not satisfied with the performance of this foundation. However there are several things I wanted to point out that makes me keep on using the product.

I like the runny texture. Once applied on the skin --- it is light as to compare with other BB Creams I use ---