January 5, 2019
Acne sucks. What's worse is, I'm way past the adolescence stage and even though I'm washing my face daily, I still get zits. And annoyingly, there's no one-size-fits-all acne product that magically cures you overnight.
To be honest, I've tried several products that promises to cure pimples (overnight). Yet, I haven't found the perfect one until I came across Go Bloom & Glow and found Pyunkang Yul Acne line set.
I wasn't familiar with the brand because, well, I'm a skincare noob. So I Googled it and was surprised at how popular and well-received the brand is all over the world.
So to give you a background, Pyunkang Yul is a cruelty-free brand developed by the renowned Pyunkang Oriental Medicine Clinic in South Korea, an institution well-known for treating skin disorders with their traditional and medicinal products.
Pyunkang Yul removes all unnecessary chemical substances from their products one typically finds on the ingredients list, utilizing only the minimum, most gentle and safe ingredients. This means no scents, to textural enhancers, and your sensitive skin’s dream come true.
I have been using the Pyunkang Yul Acne Line Set for a week and I have a lot of good things to say about them. They certainly did not disappoint. But...
There's still more to know about their line than what's basically promised. So here, I've rounded up the things you should know about each product on their Acne Line Set.
Pyunkang Yul Acne Facial Cleanser
What it promises:
- It is designed to address blackheads, pores, breakouts, and excess oil, revealing incredibly smooth and radiant results.
- Penetrates pores, targeting the most stubborn pimples caused by bacteria and dead skin.
- Removes excess oil and exfoliates dead skin cells.
- Prevents bacteria within the pores from creating inflammation in the skin. Fights new acne from occurring with its anti-bacterial properties.
- Combats redness and heals damaged skin.
- Rejuvenates skin; purges the deepest impurities, without stripping the skin.
Pyunkang Yul Acne Toner
What it promises:
- Detoxifies pores, zaps blemishes and purges excess oil, blackheads and bacteria.
- Gently exfoliates and rid skin of dead cells.
- It helps in unclogging pores and targeting the most stubborn pimples caused by bacteria and dead skin for a smoother, healthier-looking complexion.
- Controls excess sebum production to prevent breakouts.
- Gently softens sensitive acne skin texture and relieves the skin remarkably.
Pyunkang Yul Acne Cream
What it promises:
- A lightweight, oil-free gel cream that soothes acne-prone skin, delivers rich hydration, conditions damaged skin, soothes acne-prone skin, and helps improve the look of the overall skin complexion.
- It exfoliates dead skin cells, absorbs excess oil and helps purify clogged pores.
- Helps to combat signs of tired and overstressed skin.
- Provides oil control by absorbing excess sebum.
Pyunkang Yul Acne Spot Cream
What it promises:
- Fast results
- Calms inflammation
- Reduces redness
- Reduces the dullness and rough texture appearance
- Controls existing breakouts and formation of future acne
- Clears blemishes, pimples, blackheads and whiteheads
- Unclogs and refines pores
Pyunkang Yul Acne Mask
What it promises:
- Helps in reducing and healing blemishes.
- It penetrates to help dissolve impurities and dirt, without causing redness or irritation.
- Powered with sebum control, it targets the acne formation and fights breakouts, leaving skin soft, smooth, and comfortable.
THOUGHTS:
- I like that these products are not scented.
- They are lightweight and very hydrating to the skin.
- They could be more effective when used consistently for a longer time.
- From 7 days of using these products, I noticed changes on my skin already. My pores are now tighter and I have lesser sebum excretion. I also don't have oily face now.
- It didn't heal my pimples completely after using it for a week but it heals faster than normal. Overnight, the fuss is gone but the bump didn't fade immediately.
- I have lesser breakouts than before.
Sorry I didn't take an "after" photo because I'm not feeling well for the past few days, thus I look horrible.
Overall, I highly recommend this acne line as it provides what it promises.
P.S. They are currently on SALE! Shopping at Go Bloom & Glow is fast and hassle-free! Better to shop now than be sorry later! ♥
January 1, 2019
As much as I want to be positive today and welcome the new year with a high note, I'd have to say that 2018 was just okay. It's not a stellar year for me and kind of appalling. Nothing momentous has happened.
And I'm not gonna lie...
It has been a difficult year for me. There were so many questions of what ifs, hows and whys. But along the way, I've seen a different side of me which led me to quite interesting, fun and exciting things that were beyond the boundaries I set and never thought I could and would ever do.
And that was what I'm thankful for for the past year. I stepped one block away from my comfort zone and I must admit, I have a long way to go to fully escape the four corners of my own cage.
As the New Year starts, I promise myself to not rush and always trust the process. So here I am, walking away from 2018 leaving all the pitfalls behind and welcoming 2019 with positivity.
Let's all be grateful for today because we all have been through so much and still made it out.
2019, I'm ready for you. Happy New Year!
So on to my outfit, I'm wearing a cap and pants, both in leather materials. Some asked me how I managed to get through the heat while wearing those. Well, my top is light, the cap protects me from the sun and the pants is not that thick so I can move freely. I got this leather pants from Zaful which is similar to the women leather pants from Dresshead.
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December 19, 2018
If there's one thing that comes to mind when you hear about Korean desserts, bingsu tops the list. But don't you know the country of oppas is also famous for its ice cream? Kiss the Tiramisu is the living proof.
If you happen to pass by a cafe in Hongdae, Seoul with a long queue, it must be Kiss the Tiramisu. People line up for their eccentric but delicious soft-serve ice creams made with premium ingredients including the mascarpone cheese which stands out as the one element that binds everything together into a one sweet symphony.
And instead of putting the ice cream in cones or ordinary cups, the soft-serve comes in gold-rimmed plastic goblets that you can take out of the store and reuse, which takes the ice cream experience to the next level.
Because it easily caught the hearts of many, the brand has grown to 14 branches all over South Korea and 20 franchises overseas including Australia, China, Canada, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, soon in Paris and of course, the Philippines.
Shirley Vy-Wong, CEO and President of Foodeology, Inc., brought this famous Korean dessert shop to the Philippines last year, making its first branch in Makati. Since then, many Filipinos have fallen in love with Kiss the Tiramisu's famous soft-serve ice cream and other desserts.
Shirley Vy-Wong, CEO and President of Foodeology, Inc.
Shirley Vy-Wong with Jiro Kim. founder of Kiss the Tiramisu
But how about those who live in the North? This question from those who live far from the central business district prompted Shirley to open another branch of Kiss the Tiramisu. Thus, they opened one in TriNoma Mall in Quezon City. Now, every Filipino can experience the hype of this luxury Korean dessert.
Original Tiramisu
Sure, tiramisu ice cream is no stranger but Kiss the Tiramisu will give you a different delightful form of experience! They pride itself with its perfect and melts-in-your-mouth layers of vanilla ice cream made only with milk—no water added, mascarpone cheese, mocha and butter cookie crumble, coffee sauce, and dark chocolate shavings.
Original Tiramisu, P265
Matcha
It has almost the exact list of ingredients as the Original Tiramisu, only replacing the coffee sauce with matcha sauce and adding a fine dusting of matcha powder.
Matcha, P285
Injeolmi
They say, no Korean dessert is complete without its famous delicacy injeolmi or sticky rice cakes dusted with roasted soy bean powder. This flavor serves you a sweet part of Korean culture. If you like your desserts sweet and savory, you'll find this more than enjoyable.
Injeolmi Ice Cream, P265
Midas Touch
This is an exclusive flavor offered only in the Philippines. It's like a different take on the famous pinoy dessert halo-halo. This dessert is crafted by Chef Kat Diploma. What's in the goblet are the layers of ube cake, leche flan, crushed barquillos and soft-serve vanilla ice cream drizzled with caramel sauce and an edible 24k gold that makes this dessert an Instagram-worthy feature! This is also known as the Billionaire's ice cream.
Midas Touch, P295
Aside from the ice creams, Kiss the Tiramisu also offers cakes to satisfy your sweet cravings. They have the Classic Tiramisu Cake and Matcha Tiramisu Cake. And because the holiday season is here, they have their specialty Christmas cakes namely Peach Cheesecake and Oreo Mousse Cake (a personal favorite).
Kiss the Tiramisu is located at the Ground Floor of the Mindanao Lobby Entrance of TriNoma Mall, Quezon City.
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December 12, 2018 Coron, Palawan, Philippines
At 15, I was sure about what I want to be when I grow up. I wanted to be a writer. I wanted to work for a magazine. Thus, I studied Journalism.
When I turned 20, I got my first job at one of the leading TV Networks in the Philippines to be part of a magazine even before I march on the graduation stage. I was an Editorial Assistant turned contributing writer. God knows how extremely happy I was when I got to work for a magazine, not for my dream company but still, it's for a magazine.
I did everything I said I would. I did everything I thought I wanted. I did everything people expected me to do. I thought, I was already contented that I got to fulfill one of my biggest dreams. But the excitement and proud moments of seeing your byline wears off.
So, I took a leap and found myself in the field I said I'd never do, ever. I was too brave that time, I wasn't afraid to enter a new path even if that meant a whole new world. I got in to a world I'm clueless about. And surprisingly, I'm still here. My bosses liked my work, some even praised me for it so I thought, maybe I'm good at this. I enjoyed those moments and those matter to me a lot.
People often praise me for knowing a lot of things. Sure I can do a lot—I write, I shoot, edit photos, basic graphics, style, do hair and makeup, etc.—but I'm not sure where I'm really good at and that confused me.
At 23, I discovered that my achievements were not enough to sustain me because it lacked soul and passion. All of that ambition, all of my accomplishments, and all of the hard work was not for me to feel good but for me to look good. In a way, it really didn’t feel like me at all.
I've come a long way, they say. But to me, I'm far from the best. There are other people at my age who has achieved more than I did. So I began to question who I was, who I am. Until I lost myself at 23.
But you know what, I've come to realize that not everything is for you, and the willingness to give up on that which you are not meant for isn’t failure, it’s a sign that you actually love yourself enough not to get stuck in a life you don’t really want.
As I enter 24 today, I'm slowly learning to just let things be. I will try not to dwell on my mistakes but rather focus on my achievements no matter how small or big they are. I'm going to do what I have to do until I can do what I want to do. I'll create the life that I want.
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December 8, 2018
Cancervants PH is once again inviting everyone with kind
hearts to participate in their annual fundraising event called “Pay Ink Forward
2018: The Golden Movement.”
Cancer is known as one of the deadliest diseases in the
world. In the Philippines, cancer now ranks as the third leading cause of death
among children. It is estimated that there are 10 Filipino children who get
diagnosed with cancer everyday. Furthermore, it is no secret that diagnostic
tests and the treatments themselves are expensive even for the average Filipino
family.
In response to this prevailing problem, Cancervants PH
committed to help raise pediatric cancer awareness by thematically incorporating
the Gold Ribbon to different projects and subsidizing in the medical treatment
of children with cancer.
One of these projects is Pay Ink Forward (PIF), an artwork
auction that showcases not only the gold ribbon but also the creative prowess
of Filipino artists. This yearly auction gives opportunity to local artists to
give back and for Filipinos to help children with cancer in ways that will not
crack their pockets. Proceeds will go to the payment of hospital bills,
laboratory test fees, cancer drugs and more. This year marks the fourth time
that Cancervants PH will be holding of Pay Ink Forward.
The said exhibit will be held at Gateway Gallery (inside
Gateway Mall) in Cubao, Quezon City on December 9, 2018 (Sunday). Over 100
local artists have already sent their beautiful and heartwarming artworks
revolving around the central theme: the Gold Ribbon. PIF 2018 will also have
calligraphy workshops and musical acts from some of today’s famed OPM artists.
Pay Ink Forward 2018 is made possible thanks to our local artists,
Gateway, The Hungry Creatives, and NGP Integrated Marketing
Communications.
Give back this holiday season and empower Cancervants PH as
they continue to change more lives of children with cancer. For more
information about the org, visit the official Cancervants PH website www.cancervants.org.
About Cancervants
PH:
Cancervants PH is a non-profit
organization comprised of loving and purpose-driven pediatric cancer awareness
advocates. The organization’s goal is to help children with cancer through
fund-raising projects and awareness campaigns. In 2018, the National Youth
Commission officially recognized Cancervants PH as a Youth Serving
Organization.
November 14, 2018 Coron, Palawan, Philippines
All these years, I have lived a well-planned life. Okay, mostly. I've always had my planner with me, a pen, notebook, notepad or anything that I could use for jotting down.
I want my day to be planned to avoid unfavorable circumstances. I was afraid to make mistakes for having to allow things to flow in many different ways. I want everything to go as planned. Most of the time, I succeed but there are times that I don't and it frustrates me. It takes me down. So now, I don't want to force things to happen anymore. I won't try so hard to control my life.
It's not easy but slowly, I'm learning to just let things be.
Not all the things that I want will fall into my lap but I'm sure what's meant for me will eventually find me. I'm not going to be passive but I won't fight a losing battle.
I’m trying to be patient with myself. Taking it easy on myself and my plans seem hard but it helps. I’m learning to be kind to myself when I fall while making my dreams come true.
I’m learning to forgive myself for my mistakes and let them be lessons instead of labels. I’m learning to let these mistakes prove that I’ve tried; that I didn’t always play it safe, that I went for things I was unsure of and that I took chances.
I'm slowly learning to take a longer route without caring whether I get lost because at the end of it, I know I'll find my place. I’m learning that I won’t always get what I want but life will give me what I need.
It's not easy but slowly, I'm learning to just let things be.
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