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It's been long since I used powder on my face because I was told that it clogs the pores so ditched it and was just using BB cream. However, my face gets really oily and I can't stand the shine it is giving my face so I told myself that I would start using powder again.

So I was browsing through Zalora (Since I am that lazy to go to the department store to buy a face powder. haha) when I saw this Maybelline Clear Smooth All-in-One cake powder to Go. It was really really cheap, it costs Php 99 so I said I would try it. And now, after a few weeks of using it, want to make a review about it.

Like I said earlier, this costs Php 99 so do not expect a big size. But I think you would not need a big one since you won't be using much of it because it reduces the oil on the face after just a few application. Also, the shade the I bought is in the shade natural, there is also a beige shade though I am not sure if there are other shades available.

Packaging

Just like before, let us first talk about the packaging of this cake powder. When I received it, it was in a box together with the other item I bought from Zalora. the products are also wrapped in bubble wrap which is good.

I don't see anything wrong with their packaging. I think all the information you need to know is stated there, like the SPF, how long it would last, etc. Although I was not able see the expiration date so I think it was not stated or maybe it was covered by the white sticker by Zalora, I am not sure. Refer to the picture below to see what I am talking about.

Here is how the compact looks inside. It has a soft applicator, I am not sure what it is called but is has a spongy feeling and is really soft and smooth on the face. What I don't like about this applicator is that a lot of product gets stuck to it in every use so you have to clean it regularly to not spread the bacteria to your face.

Also, like the other compact powders, there is a film between the applicator and the cake itself to separate the applicator and the powder.

I have not much negative comments on the packaging but there is nothing extraordinary about it also.

Product

Now let us go to the product. I use this only when my face gets shiny. I must say that this is a really good product. It makes my face shine free for a longer period of time, unlike when I just apply BB cream. However, according to its packaging, it has an 8-hour shine free formula but I don't think my face even lasted for 5 hours of being shine free. I still think it's good though, you can just reapply it whenever your face gets oily.

Another thing that I like in this product is that it makes my face feel soft! Seriously, it really made my face feel soft and sometimes even my hands. Haha. Because when I touch my face, some of the powder get to my hands so my hands also feel soft.

As I mentioned earlier, the shade I have is natural. I have a shade or two lighter skin than kayumanggi skin tone and this shade looks just fine with my skin tone.

Basically, that is it. There is not much to say about this but this is better than my previous pressed powder because of the matte finish it leaves to my face. I am actually satisfied with it.

Summary

Pros:

affordable, for only Php 99
informative packaging
has a soft applicator
makes my face shine-free for a few hours
the natural shade suits my skin tone nicely
makes my face feel soft

Cons

the expiration date cannot be found (or is not really there)
small size
does not really give you 8-hour long shine free face

Overall rating: 4/5

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Hi guys! So today I will be posting a review on Fashion 21's eye shadow palette. If you are looking for an affordable eye shadow for your everyday makeup, then Fashion 21's eye shadow is for you.

Packaging

First of all, sorry for the slightly dirty palette. I took this photo after almost a year of buying it. When I bought it, it was sealed; which is good. If you look at the picture, you would notice that in each color there is a label ("highlight", "all over lid", "crease", "contour") on where you should put each color, which would be helpful if you are just a beginner. However, you may not follow the label and experiment on it according to your preferences.

Another thing that I like in the packaging of this product is that it has all the information you need at the back: the ingredients and an image of an eye with labels so that you would know where to apply each color. The expiration date is also stated.

Product

I bought my palette at Sm Department store for Php 150 (or Php 160), which I think is a great deal considering that I am going to use this everyday and it lasts for long. The shades on this palette are warm but there is another palette available that has a more festive (I think) color.

The faded print on the lid is just "Fashion 21". The colors are not matte, except for the highlight. However, it is not too shiny so it is good for a natural look. Also, the colors are not highly pigmented so you should put many layers if you want to make the eye shadow noticeable. I like that property though because you will have more control over the eye shadow that you put.

My favorite color in this palette is the highlight. It is very good in highlighting your eyebrows. I put it just under the eyebrows, on the brow bone; and sometimes I also put it at the top of the brows just to perfectly define my brows. Also, it is highly pigmented so you don't need that much to highlight your brow.

Look at the swatches I made in the picture below, you will see what I am talking about. The colors are not highly pigmented so putting on your lid would definitely just highlight your eyes and not divert attention to the eye shadow you are wearing.

swatches

Aside from the eye shadow itself, the palette also includes an applicator. Some people may not like the sponge-ish end but I think it's fine. It helps you apply the eye shadow all over the eye lid easily. However, it is not that precise so a brush is will work better. The other end of the applicator is fine too but not that good because it is too thin but if you wish to be precise, I think will work just fine.

the brush

My Overall Take on the Product

I like this product very much, very affordable and natural looking, which suits my taste so much. Maybe the only downside for me is the brush that comes along with it.

Summary

Pros:

affordable
nice packaging
has a free brush
good for natural look
good highlight

Cons:

not highly pigmented
the brush is not that good

Overall Rating: 4/5

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First Day

I had a two day stay at Club Punta Fuego on December 10 and 11. We arrived there at 2:00 in the afternoon, which by the way is the time we were advised to check in.Our travel time was more or less 6 hours but had stop overs (to buy food, eat lunch, and buy swim wears), so most likely we spent more or less 4 hours on the road from Laguna. I did not really feel the travel time since I was asleep most of the time. Haha!

Speaking of stop overs, we stopped at Tagaytay to eat our lunch. I am actually not aware of what the restaurant we ate in was called, but I assure you that their Bulalo there is really amazing. Well, I was told that Bulalo in Tagaytay is really great. (I was searching for a photo in my gallery and I did not find any, maybe I forgot to take a photo of the food, so sorry. Maybe I was really hungry that time)

Moving on, as I mentioned, my family and I bought our swim wears. We went to the new (I think) Ayala Malls at Tagaytay. We shopped at the department store and I bought a yellow two piece. Here is a photo of me wearing it:

(Please excuse my fats :3)

I bought the swim suit for only Php350 and I think it is worth it. :)

Arriving at Club Punta Fuego, we were served drinks. I was expecting it was wine or something since it was served in a wine glass, but it tastes nothing of alcohol but instead I tasted ginger. It's like cold salabat; it was good though. We arrived there as guests. The Club has members, which has better privilege than guests but they did not treat us any less. Anyway, arriving at the lobby gave us a really great view of the infinity pool, which I think is a really nice idea.

View from the lobby

My family just rented one room which is good for 2 persons. We are four in the family but we did not need to ask for additional bed because there are two huge beds in the room, and the space can actually accommodate four people.

Take a look at the room:

Parents for scale. haha

top view of the table with complimentary cookies

bedside lamp that I really love

Having one couple room for four does not mean that you will not pay for the two extras. So basically, we paid for two additional persons worth Php1700 each. By the way, the room costs more than Php 5,000 but less than Php 6,000 (I don't know the exact amount since my parents paid for it. LOL). If you are not a member, and you are planning to have a reservation, go to Agoda's website and book there. According to Club Punta Fuego's staff, if you are not a member, the only way you can book is through Agoda.

There are many facilities that you can enjoy for free, but there are also some that are not. We were not able to go to most facilities though, since we stayed at our room the whole afternoon because it was really hot despite the fact that it was already December. We were able to use their game room though. We played table tennis for a while but we were not able to play for long because, again, of the heat. And I was wearing an off-shoulder top, which is not really ideal in playing table tennis. Haha!

So we went out at around 5:15 in the afternoon to watch the sunset. We are so lucky (insert sarcasm here. haha) because the shuttle that would bring us to the lower beach, already left. Basically, there are two beaches, the lower beach, where you may swim and do kayak, boating, yacht ride, etc. and the upper beach where you can watch the sunset but cannot swim at all. Also, the shuttle is leaving every thirty minutes so yea, we were not able to ride the shuttle going to the lower beach.

Aside from being left by the shuttle, we later found out (after going down the lower beach using our car) that the sunset can be seen at the upper beach and not the lower beach. Good thing though that we were able to go up again just right after the sun sets. You can actually see the sunset at the lobby.

sunset (with my tanned back. Haha)

After the sunset, we decided to have our dinner at San Diego. The dinner is not included in the payment but it will be charged after you checked out, they will just ask for your room number. The food was quite pricey, around Php 450-600-ish per meal but the food was really worth it. One serving is really a lot.

one serving of club house sandwich

one serving of a pizza

You will notice from the picture that the food is quite a lot. I ordered pizza, thinking that it is was only good for one person. I was able to finish it all though. :3 Although I gave two slices to my brother and a slice to my mom.

After dinner, we decided to swim, which is not really a good idea because I obtained a huge belly from the pizza I ate and I will be wearing a two piece swim suit; but we still swam anyway. The pool is only until 9 pm so we left before 9 and rinsed at our room. Also, if you are not a member, requesting a towel if you are in the pool has a charge of Php 50.

After rinsing and resting for a while, we went to the Member's Lounge and ordered some drinks. I ordered cappuccino, my mom ordered a pineapple juice, and my dad and brother ordered 2 glasses of beer each. We also added some snacks along with those drinks. The Lounge is open until 11 pm and the food we ordered will also be paid after checking out.

Some of the food we ordered

When we got back at our room, I sat for a while outside to enjoy the silence of the night. Since we went there on a weekday, there are few people checked in, which is actually good. You can enjoy the peace at night and dining is also quiet.

Second Day

The following day, we woke up a around 6 in the morning and went to the lower beach to get some fresh air. We were also told that it was fine to go there as early as 6 am. The time we got out of out room is around 6:20 so there will be no shuttle to bring us there. However, when we asked one of the staff what time the shuttle will leave, they prepared the shuttle and brought us at the lower beach. That was really very thoughtful of them. Anyway, being at the lower beach was really nice you will see small fishes at the shore and small crabs. There is also a pool beside the beach, where you may also swim. We also did not wait for the shuttle when going back up because the shuttle was also requested when they saw us leaving.

You will see small fishes here

Pool beside the lower beach

lower beach

After walking by the beach, we headed back to San Diego to have our breakfast. Breakfast is a buffet, and all the food served looked soooo good. I ate rice, of course and a doughnut, and a blueberry cupcake. I also had coffee and orange juice. Haha!

So after breakfast, we decided to swim again at the infinity pool before checking out at 12 noon.

After swimming, we rinsed and packed. At 11:30, we received a call reminding us that our check out time is at 12 noon. We left before 12 noon bringing the amazing memories and view from Club Punta Fuego.

In conclusion, I had a really great time there, the view is amazing, the beach is peaceful (and full of sea creatures. haha), the infinity pool is gorgeous, the staff are polite, and the food is really great!

Comment below what you think about this post! THANK YOU FOR READING! <3

Hi, so I'll be posting another review, and it will be on THEFACESHOP's Herbal Day 365 Cleansing Foam-Aloe.

First, I would like to tell you that if you are looking for a natural facial foam, this facial foam is not for you. it is NOT natural at all.