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I used to hate Huda Beauty loose powder, but now it’s one of my HOLY GRAIL products
Read more: I used to hate Huda Beauty loose powder, but now it’s one of my HOLY GRAIL productsThis powder has been sitting on my vanity table for some time because I never reach out to it that often. I didn’t understand why so many people were raving…
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Beauty Repurchases – Buying my second bottles of Cetaphil SA Cleanser and Paula’s Choice RESIST 2% BHA
Read more: Beauty Repurchases – Buying my second bottles of Cetaphil SA Cleanser and Paula’s Choice RESIST 2% BHARecently I’ve been having a breakout, mostly on my forehead and jawline near my left ear. I have been consistently using my skincare, but I guess things can flare up…
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Vacationing to Bintan Island and Staying at Nirwana Resort Hotel
Read more: Vacationing to Bintan Island and Staying at Nirwana Resort HotelAn Indonesian couple traveled to Bintan for a relaxing getaway, staying at Nirwana Resort Hotel. They enjoyed the warm hospitality, pristine accommodations, delicious Indonesian cuisine, and various activities, recommending the…
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32 classes later: 5 months of Pilates as physical rehab & muscle-strengthening routine
Read more: 32 classes later: 5 months of Pilates as physical rehab & muscle-strengthening routineThree months ago, I wrote about my experience doing Pilates for my IT band syndrome. I am pleased to say that my condition has improved a lot more since then.…
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Everything I’m Trying Out for The FIRST TIME – October 2025
Read more: Everything I’m Trying Out for The FIRST TIME – October 2025As the weather gets hotter, my skin has been producing a lot more oil and sweat. It is not great news at all since my skin is very acne-prone, and…
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Review: Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 on My Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Review: Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 on My Oily, Acne-Prone SkinThe author reviews Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30, praising its tint, oil control, and functionality as a primer, recommending it for oily, acne-prone skin.
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Review: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm on My Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Review: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm on My Oily, Acne-Prone SkinThis is my first time using cleansing oil/balm from a Clinique brand. I bought Clinique Cleansing Balm when I visited the Beauty Fiesta 2025 last July at Expo. I was…
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Is Makeup Primer Really Necessary? My Thoughts as Someone With Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Is Makeup Primer Really Necessary? My Thoughts as Someone With Oily, Acne-Prone SkinI have begun wearing makeup since I was 18 years old, meaning it has been almost 12 years since then. I wore heavy makeup for stage performances for several years,…
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Review: Allie Gel UV EX SPF 50+ PA++++ (Face & Body) on My Oily Skin
Read more: Review: Allie Gel UV EX SPF 50+ PA++++ (Face & Body) on My Oily SkinAllie is a household brand in Japan for sunscreen products. It is under Kao’s subsidiary, Kanebo — which is a really popular beauty brand in Asia. I was looking for…
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Need Your Help on My Beauty Survey!
Read more: Need Your Help on My Beauty Survey!Calling for survey respondents! đ I wanted to make this blog more helpful to you so I made a survey that you can fill in (totally optional), which you can…
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Hauls From Beauty Fiesta 2025
Read more: Hauls From Beauty Fiesta 2025Beauty Fiesta is Singapore’s biggest annual beauty event. I had to come and check it myself! A lot of beauty productsâfrom skincare and makeup to perfume and body careâwere sold…
âI believe that all women are pretty without makeup – but with the right makeup can be pretty powerfulâ
Bobbi Brown
World-Renowned Professional Makeup Artist
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