Sample Sundays feat. Etude House, Chica Y Chico, Lioele and more!

This week, I used up a bajillion samples and I’m honestly really proud of that. I think I’ve gotten a bit obsessed with finishing things up and sorting out my stash, which I’m going to take as a good thing (if not a little bit OCD). I get such satisfaction out of doing this! Does…

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Happy 4th of July, Y’all!

Yo yo! Today I thought I would acknowledge and celebrate the 4th of July because, despite not being American myself, a lot of you lovely readers are and that’s reason enough for me. Plus, we recently had “America Day” at my workplace and I dressed up in red, white and blue so it all ties…

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What’s It Like Living In Malaysia?

Now that I’ve lived in Malaysia for four(!) months, I have a few thoughts and feelings on it. So I thought I’d share them with you today! 

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Sample Sundays feat. Hanskin, banila co, Soy Bio+ and more!

Hey y’all! It’s Sunday, so that means… it’s time to get wild. Let’s go through my sample stash and see what I loved this week (hint: a lot). Also, it’s all Korean this time! Yeahhhh boi. Let’s go! 

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My First Korean Beauty Order From Wishtrend

A little while ago, I introduced you guys to Wishtrend, a Korean beauty online store. Well, a bit after that, my first package ordered from them arrived, which is always very exciting! I’m gonna show y’all my mini haul, if that’s alright witchu!

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My First Experience With Q-Depot, the Mecca of Online K-beauty Shopping

A little while ago, a new Korean beauty store called Q-Depot contacted me to review a few products from their website. I’d never heard of them before, but Shah (their representative) was lovely and I always love to support newcomers! Plus, who can say no to Korean beauty products?! (Not I, that’s for darn sure.) I…

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A Little Review of Missha The Style Beautiful Tint (Yes, That’s the Name)

When I was teaching English in Korea, I also had to teach elementary school students along with the cute kindergarten kids. This happened in the afternoon, after having taught what felt like a lifetime with energetic (but adorable) young children, and so there often wasn’t much gas left in the tank for these guys. So,…

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Sample Sunday Feat. A Billion Samples

You know what time it is! This week’s edition of Sample Sunday features a huuuuge amount of samples, which I’m pretty happy about. There’s just something about using things up that tickles my fancy! There also seems to be a bit of a green/teal theme going on… Coincidence? Most likely. Anyway, let’s get on with…

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2 Awesome Eye Pencils: Lioele Stick Eyeshadow & Etude House Play 101 Pencil

Today I want to talk to you about a couple of products I have recently tried out and am really impressed with. Yes, they are Korean brands and yes, they are super shimmery. Double win. Without further ado, let me introduce the Lioele Stick Eyeshadow and the Etude House Play 101 Pencil in all their glory!

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Sample Sunday feat. Innisfree, illi & many more!

It’s that glorious time again, time to go through my many samples and tell y’all my thoughts. This week, I found myself using a LOT of samples which makes me very happy. This post features a lot of Skinfood (never a bad thing), but also a few brands I haven’t mentioned much previously. So let’s…

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