The Little Book of Skin Care: Korean Beauty Secrets for Healthy, Glowing Skin by Charlotte Cho

by Athena // January 29, 2017 // No Comments

As I have taken on skincare more seriously as a hobby the last few months, I decided to read this book. I have always had an interest in skincare so wearing SPF, moisturizing, and keeping out of the sun have... Continue reading →

Skin Care Routine Autumn 2016

by Athena // October 17, 2016 // No Comments

Over the years, I’ve tried to take care of my skin. I stay out of the sun and I moisturize. I do no wear any makeup except lipstick. A couple months ago, I began a journey to delve into better... Continue reading →

First Impressions: BRTC Aqua Rush Water Drop BB Cream

by Athena // April 16, 2013 // No Comments

To test out another BB cream, I decided to order samples of the BRTC Aqua Rush Water Drop BB Cream. This BB cream is targeted for dry and sensitive skin types. It is one of the more expensive BB... Continue reading →

First Impressions: Lioele Triple the Solution and Dollish Veil Vita BB creams

by Athena // January 26, 2013 // No Comments

I recently ordered some BB cream samples from eBay seller “sing-sing-girl”. The seller also provided extra samples of two Lioele BB creams that I have yet to try: Triple the Solution BB cream (Lioele’s most popular BB cream) and Dollish... Continue reading →

Hand Creams

by Athena // January 23, 2013 // No Comments

As I was perusing Sali Hughes’s recent article about hand creams, I realized that I’ve used and experimented with a lot of hand cream over the years. As someone who is dedicated to taking care of my own skin, the... Continue reading →

The Beauty of Color by Iman

by Athena // January 12, 2013 // 1 Comment

This is a book about makeup and beauty for women of colour. Even though I rarely wear makeup (more of a skincare person), I do enjoy looking at beauty books and am interested in makeup. Also, even though I am... Continue reading →

Lioele Water Drop BB Cream review

by Athena // November 26, 2012 // 2 Comments

After using the Skin79 Gold BB Cream for a couple of months (5 days a week), I had more than the usual amount of breakouts. I wasn’t sure if it was the Skin79, but I decided to switch over to... Continue reading →

Remington T Studio Pearl Curling Wand

by Athena // July 21, 2012 // No Comments

Finally! I can curl my hair! I’m one of those people who can’t seem to use a normal curling iron. In fact, I bought a curling iron with a clamp years ago, but have never successfully managed to do a... Continue reading →

Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear

by Athena // July 13, 2012 // No Comments

Good, affordable nail polish that comes in loads of colours. Previously, I have gone years without painting my hand nails. Yes, years. I think the last major time was in 2010 or 2009. The reason for this is that nail... Continue reading →

Skin 79 VIP Gold Triple Functions BB Cream

by Athena // July 2, 2012 // 1 Comment

BB Creams are now increasingly popular here in the West with Stila, Mac, and Garnier producing their own versions. I’ve known about BB Creams for a few of years now because of the its popularity in Asia and specifically those... Continue reading →

Crest 3D Whitestrips Gentle Routine Review

by Athena // May 28, 2012 // No Comments

This was my first experience with Crest Whitestrips. I wanted to start off easy with the 5 minute ones and this one had decent reviews and claimed no pain. My teeth are somewhat sensitive. I use the Sensodyne Pronamel toothpaste.... Continue reading →

Lansinoh Lanolin

by Athena // March 24, 2012 // No Comments

Lansinoh Lanolin has had a high rating and repurchase rate on MUA for awhile now. I’ve known about it for a year, but was hesitant to purchase it just as a lip balm for the night. Still, after working the... Continue reading →

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