Weekend Food Tripping at: Ying Ying Tea House

Hey everyone!!! Weekend food tripping!!!! I am sorry if I'm backlogged for a week! I just had the chance to crop the food photos we took when we celebrated my birthday last week. I did a post in the past about Ying Ying Tea House and I love the food so much I requested to go there again!

When you want to dine Chinese, you have to include SOUP! :)

Spinach Soup

And it's not a birthday celebration
without the
BIRTHDAY Noodles
(birthday noodles includes quail egg, you have a choice of seafood version, Beef or Pork, I chose pork)

The Super Gigantic
Yang Chow Fried Rice

My Super favorite Fried Spring Roll
My most favorite spring roll

Prawn Salad
I have to admit,
I ate this and suffered the consequences
ALLERGIES!
(but it's worth it)



Shredded Pork with Lettuce
(the reason why I requested for this restaurant)



Beef in Oyster Sauce



My cute mini Smiley Cake from Break Talk
Mom-in-law tricked me,
told me she doesn't have enough money to buy me a big cake
so she bought me a small one instead
I don't care, this is a "ME" cake
It's actually mango cake Yumm!!!



And this is the real deal!
My real birthday cake!
Toffee with Cashew cake from The Sugar House!!!
Love Love Love this!!!

I really ate too much on my special day! :)
Time to de-stuff myself!

Oh yeah, I curled my hair using the Babybliss YouCurl Iron
Thanks Sis Gracie for this! It is definitely easier to use!

Oh my!
This looks like I'm taking an ID photo!
hahaha or passport picture?

Have a great weekend!
From the resident curly hair crazy-o woman!
:P
Stay Happy!!!

Askmewhats Reviews: L'egere BB Cream

The most intriguing BB cream I purchased, I've been wanting to try Le'gere White Multi-BB cream after seeing raves and raves from both beauty bloggers and you tubers! Before I wrap up all the BB creams I've tried (not a lot of them), here's my review.

Le'gere BB Cream says ---

All in One Function

• Sun Protect
• Makeup Base
• Skin Cover
• Foundation for 24 hours

Whitening & Skin Care Formula

• Acts effectively on irritated skin, concealing dermal blemish and helps skin rejuvenation with innovative active ingredients
• Block the penetration of UV rays and other harmful factors
• This silicon-based formula defines a natural, long lasting complexion with gentle calming effects of natural plan derived soothing particles not only on oily and sensitive skin but also for sensitive skin

Good for

Skin that needs protection, irritated skin by peeling and laser procedures, sensitive and troubled skin

Application

• After following the daily skin routine, apply generously on face and senstive areas
• For skin protection and natural looking coverage, lightly pat a small amount of product over entire face in the final stage of basic skin toning.

Ingredients:

Arbutin, Cyclomethicone, Jojoba Oil, Polyglceyl-4 Isoterate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1Deimethicone, Bees Wax, Tocopheryl acetate, Propyl Parabem, Sorbita Sesquioleate, Petrolatum, Titanium oxides, Cyslopentasiloxane, Iron Oxides/Dimethicone, Glycern, Butylene Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, Mehtyl Paraben, Sodium Hysluronate, Marine Collagen, Rose Water, Centella Asiaticac

Weight: 50g
Origin: Korea

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• my skin glows a bit using this as base
• no allergies
• the redness on my skin lessened after several days of usage
• gives out a medium coverage, top with foundation, the skin looks flawless
• my make up stays longer, I retouch my powder once a day (as compared to 2-3 times in the past)
• non-oily
• scent is wonderful, not overpowering and it disappears afterwards
• squeeze tube makes it easier for me to get the right amount of product

Cons

• not available locally, it would be difficult to order one whole tube and finding out at the end for some of you that it doesn't work
• only ONE shade available
• texture is a bit difficult to spread out for someone who's got super dry skin like mine (I still use a moisturizer before using this product)

Overall
I won't be comparing this to my other BB creams for now, as I will do a separate post about it. But what people and the Taiwan Beauty Channel are raving about this product is TRUE. This product lives up to my expectation.

It works really well as make-up base, it does give a bit of coverage for my skin's redness, on days I don't feel like using a foundation, this acts as my tinted moisturizer and I just set it with a powder. This definitely blends in my skin well and even when photographed, it doesn't give out a white cast.

Here's how the product looks right
after you squeeze it out from the tube



Slowly spreading the product



VOILA!
(click photos to enlarge)

Without Flash



With Flash

Tips

• make sure your hands are clean before applying the product
• warm the product on your hand first by slowly spreading the product before applying it over your face
• tap the product gently on your face, do not rub too hard

Will I repurchase?

Yes

Where did I purchase and how much?

At Bobodave shop for USD29.38 (approx Php1,400++) Email them for shipping details. I was told by the owner shipping overseas would be approximately USD2.00 (approx Php100)

And what's a product review
without putting this on my face?

(sorry photo didn't show the differences)



I have a little bit of discoloration
on the encircled area,
and it was lessened after applying Le'gere BB cream

Lemming button on? off?
Let me know what are your thoughts on the BB Cream craze!
There are so many brands out there it goes crazy!
But I am proud to say, I am happy with my BB cream purchases!
Whew! *wipes forehead*
I'll let you gals know my BB Cream summary! :)
Stay happy and enjoy the day!!!

Other bloggers' view on this bb cream ---

Fuzkittie
Ebeautyblog
Kimberly Tia
MonaIyah

Askmewhats Reviews: Clinique Super Defense SPF25 Age Defense Moisturizer

Moisturizers...
How I love thee...

Using the right moisturizer does make a huge difference to your skin! I've said it before and I'll say it again, the right skincare is vital to have good skin!

Looking back at my Clinique Counter visit, I am really excited to try the new Clinique Super Defense SPF25 Age Defense Moisturizer (mine is in Very Dry to Dry formulation) ! After 2 weeks of daily usage, how well did this score?

Smile and read on!!!

Clinique Super Defense SPF25/PA++ says ---

Skin's most complete defense against the visible signs of aging in daily moisturizer. Arms it to fight the effects of emotional stress, which can damage skin with effect much like sun and pollution. Helps neutralize UVA and UVB

Available in

• Very dry to dry
• Very Oily to Oily

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

• non-oily
• doesn't feel heavy on skin
  
• has sunblock SPF25
  
• absorbs quickly
• no bad skin reactions
  
• doesn't have the yucky sunblock smell, its not totally scent free though, it has a mild minty scent that disappear right after application (bearable for me)
• this huge jar will last more than 6 months
  

Cons

• quite pricey

Overall

I am honestly excited about this product because this product was made to address comprehensive list of assaults that can prematurely age skin.

• physiological stress
• emotional stress
  
• environmental stress - such as sun and pollution

I know this is the reformulated version. I haven't tried the old formula so I cannot really compare it to the newer one. I can only compare this to other Clinique moisturizers I've used, the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion and the Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Skin Relief. This feels creamier and a bit heavier.

Texture is creamy
not runny at all

Slowly blend this into your skin



Skin absorbs the product easily
(click photo to enlarge)

Here's what I've done to test this product ---

1. Clinique's 3-step program:
works pretty well for people with dry skin like mine, but for people with oily skin, they could feel uncomfortable adding extra moisture on top of a moisturizer.

2. Clinique Cleanser and Toner (no moisturizer):
meaning, I only use the first 2 step then proceed to this product. I like how this feels, I like this better because my skin is moisturized without the heavy feel.

3. Non- Clinique Cleanser and Toner:
Same effect as no. 2, skin did not react negatively.

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Did you know that?

I had bad food allergies and it reacted badly on my cheeks a couple of weeks ago. I used this as my day time moisturizer and it relieves the itchiness and dryness without causing more trouble for my skin! This product is definitely safe to use for the most sensitive skin. (in my opinion)

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Tips

• apply every morning after your usual skin care routine
• do not apply so much at once, a little goes a long way
• wait for a couple of minutes for the product to absorb before putting on make up
• check with the counter advisers if you fall under the category of Oily or Dry skin
• use a spoon to get the product or transfer your moisturizer into smaller jars to prevent the whole jar to be exposed at once

Will I purchase?

Yes. I am almost done with my Clinique's DDML, this will be my day moisturizer!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At Clinique counters at any Rustan's mall for Php2,900 (approx $60.00)

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I want to give a special shoutout to my friend Shen! Thank you so much for dropping by the office and delivered this wonderful cheesecake with love and this cake is also from the rest of the Pinay beauty bloggers (Sophie, Jheng, Phoebe, Jaimie and Shen)! Extended birthday? hehehe Thank you sis!!! I love this!

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Have a wonderful Friday everyone!
I hope my journey of product reviews help you out!
Stay Happy!!!

Happy Birthday Grace

**photo from this site

I want to give this space for a special friend who is celebrating her birthday today!

Happy Birthday to Sis Grace!!!
Thanks for the friendship and love sis!
Enjoy your special day!!!
Love ya and see you soon!

Nail Art Tutorial: "Dainty Flowers on Bloody Red" Nails

Wow! I am glad I put up a Red Lipstick topic as I have taken down notes and will definitely check out some red lipsticks you gals have recommended. I am also glad to know that I'm not alone on being uncomfortable in wearing one :D

Can I continue the love for red?
I am officially announcing today the National Red Nail Polish Day! :D
Another nail art tutorial from yours truly!
I may not be a red lipstick wearer but hey! I can always start with the polish right?

Let me start the steps and I have to say again and again, I am in no way expert to nail art but I love doing it and I love sharing what I learn out of my own experience :) Enjoy!

Step 1:

Apply 2 coats of any bright red nail polish. In my case, I used The Face Shop's Red Polish

Step 2:

After the 2 coats of polish is dry, apply dots using a Nail Art Pen or any dotting tool to create petals.

Add more dots
if you want more flowers

Step 3:

Push in the dots using a needle to create a more detailed flower look

If you're nails are as long as mine or longer, apply more dots to create more flowers. Check out photo below

Step 4:

Apply a different colored dot for the flower bud

Step 5:

Apply a green polish shaping a teardrop as an illusion of leaves. Does not have to be perfect.

Step 6:

Making sure the nail art is dry. Thinly apply any glittery polish on top of the nail art. I use Caronia Silver Glitter Polish.

Step 7:

Apply a coat of Top Coat. I am using my favorite TFS Top Coat.

Here's as dainty and as red my nails can get Hope you like it!

Again, the flower nail art doesn't have to be perfect!
Seldom do we see flowers that are exactly alike in real life right?
Same with nail art :)
Stay happy!
Stay RED happy!