The May 2014 BDJ BOX is full of new stuffs which I haven't tried and so I looked forward to try them all out. Naturally, I took on the 7-day challenge.

The first ones I picked were the Organix shampoo and conditioner sachets.


Hair (like mine) which is chemically-treated frequently need all the TLC it can get. This anti-breakage shampoo and conditioner not only makes the chemical smell of dyes/developer go away with its absolutely amazing rich scent but the keratin proteins in it increases elasticity of my hair plus the argan oil smooths and conditions my hair for a beautiful shine. ✨ Makes hair glossy, not greasy! 👍 Aside from the Anti-Breakage Kerain Oil variant, I also tried the Thick and Full Biotin & Collagen as well as the Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco ones. I'd pick the Keratin Oil anytime because it's the most fragrant and the Argan Oil of Morocco for making my damaged hair look super healthy.


Then we have the Revlon Colorstay nail polishes. These #Revlon Colorstay Seashell and Bonsai swatches are truly lovely. Don't you agree? 👍👍 They make nails look so dainty and girly. Pretty combination, isn't it?


Next, we have the Too Cool For School Pumpkin Sleeping Pack. It came in full-size! Tested it even though I have really weird, troubled oily sensitive skin. I found out that this product is actually best for dry skin because it moisturizes, exfoliates and shields skin from dry environment (which means it's great during the cold season). Then I did a little experiment hoping to see the results after I turned the a/c on at full blast (so I can also sleep comfortably and get relief from the crazy heat during the daytime). I woke up with glowing skin as the product's ingredients -- Pumpkin Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Licorice root oil, and Bromelain -- worked their magic into my problematic skin. The consistency is a cross between creamy and gel-like so it's not heavy on the skin and you get a pretty cool feeling. It's recommended to use 1-2 x a week. Try it and give your skin some extra lovin'!

The May 2014 BDJ Box also came with vouchers and as of now, I've only used and claimed the one for AVON. It's for (1) Belle brassiere but since they had a promo I went ahead and got matching panties! Woot!

Isn't this awesome? This is the bra that let's you adjust your cleavage! 😍 Oh wow! Something every girl needs! 👍 Ladies, listen up! If you're feeling sexy, all you need to do is just tighten the ribbon... Et voila! ✨ Cleavage like my baby's bum! ☺️ Forgive me for the post but what can I say? It's the truth. THIS IS THE DREAM! 😊

And then there's the collagen essence masks from Dermal Korea.


While everyone went out partying and celebrating freedom last June 12, I was trying to deal with tired feet (and legs!) from the Independence Day parade which I joined in and of course, pampered my sleep deprived face with a collagen essence mask.


Ever since I learned about bee venom and experiencing good results from it with my acne treatment, I just had to try this Dermal essence mask. And boy, was I pleasantly surprised! It's got an amazing cooling effect to the face and I can feel some firming effect, too! With vitamin E and collagen, my skin has never felt smoother, softer, and healthier! I love it! 😻😻😻 It makes me want to do this every night if only I could. I can't believe I've never tried this before! Now I want moooorrre!!! 😸

I also received a box of Godiva Natural Skincare anti-perpirant/deodorant and lotion sachets in the May 2014 BDJ Box.


These two are so convenient to carry around. Very handy at times when you're in a hurry so you can just put these on in the car on your way to wherever. I find the lotion to have a brightening effect and very moisturizing it almost feels like I just slathered oil on my skin since it becomes glossy (must be the SPF!). I'll have to test it some more and see if my skin reacts to the ingredients and if it's effective at whitening my skin. Hey, it's paraben-free! As for the deodorant, it's somewhat fragrance-free compared to the strongly scented lotion. It does a good job at controlling sweat and doesn't feel icky at all. 👍

And lastly, since I got a golden ticket, I was one of the lucky BDJ bellas who received a pair of Salvatos!

These are a lifesaver... Errr... Feet savior? 👣 After standing for hours (manning the photobooth during a wedding gig), what a relief to wear 'em! Folding flip-flops like these are so convenient to bring along... To anywhere slippers are allowed. 😊👣 

More vouchers from the May 2014 BDJ Box

I still have vouchers to claim but since I'm geographically-challenged as ever so I don't know if I'm going to be able to use them. Such a shame. Maybe I should give them away? Tee hee. So all in all, the May BDJ Box is really an amazing box full of goodies to try. I am not disappointed. In fact, the ultimate consumer/guinea pig in me was truly pleased! What do you think of this month's beauty box? Love it or hate it? Let me know in the comments below. 

Thanks for reading this post and if you haven't subscribed to #BDJBOX, it's time you should. Get beauty surprises each month for just P580 and get triple value inside your box!

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By now you can tell that I love challenges.  It's one way of proving that anything can be accomplished if you got the determination. Back then I was the type of girl who would not finish what she's started and always made a mess out of things because of "unfinished businesses". Now that I'm quite mature, I think I have a firm grasp on things and kissed my mañaña habit goodbye!

I now give you my November BDJBOX 7-day challenge using new products and my review on each one that I've tried. Here we go...

DAY 1:
For me it's one of the most natural blushes you can wear, if that's what you're aiming for. The color is very subtle and the powder is finely milled. Comes in a small compact case to carry anywhere, meaning it's perfect for touch-ups and also coz you won't end up looking like a clown with layering all that #blush. 😊👍 I love it! This one retails for just P390.

DAY 2:
It's actually weightless and not the usual icky-sticky gloss that I anticipated. And the color payoff is amazing! Just one swipe and there's so much color! Such a huge plus that it contains antioxidants (almond oil & vit E) that keeps lips conditioned and improves lip texture. No more dry lips! Honestly it's like one of the best lip glosses I've ever tried. Good job, @revlon! 💋💋💋💋💋 

DAY 3:
As of writing this, I've been using this for approximately 1 month now and I can absolutely attest to its anti-aging effects. Even my breakouts have cleared up with using this facial wash on top of it making my skin look youthful with a silky glow. Cross my heart! 💗 Only a pea-sized amount and it thoroughly cleanses the face! Smells really good, too! Kinda reminds me of Givenchy. 👍👍 Strategically priced at P345, you get a high-performance cleansing foam with marine collagen that encourages the skjn's renewal process. 💖 My fellow millennials, you sure are gonna love this one, too! 

DAY 4:
Believe the hype... It's out of this world. Yayyy for Argan trees in Southwest Morocco! 👍 Aside from being used as a hair treatment (I use only 2 squirts!) it can also be used as a facial moisturizer because it's quite a potent antioxidant! There's the good stuff in it -- Omega 6, vit E, & essential fatty acids. Naturally with continued use, it certainly restores the natural tightness of the skin as well as prevent signs of premature aging! Perhaps it's the next best thing to finding the fountain of youth if you ask me. ☺️

DAY 5:
Wait 'til you try showering with this sweet smelling bath cream with goat's milk from the Netherlands and 100% active botanical extracts. It's truly like dessert for your skin. I got the one with Acai Berry and now I look forward to bath time coz this bath cream leaves skin feeling velvety smooth! I love milk baths but most ones I've tried takes a while to wash off; however, this rinses off easily but still leaves skin ultra moisturized and really soft. Did I mention it smells so yummy I had to restrain myself from tasting it!? ☺️ Tee hee! 👍👍

DAY 6:
When I put it on, it smelled so heavenly and reminded me of Angel's Breath but better and more mature. 🍏🌼 I love the fruity and floral scent combo which makes you feel fresh instantly. It's made from green apple, Egyptian jasmine, peach blossom (one of my fave!), as well as Virginian cedar, amber and musk. I wish you could smell it and agree that it's absolutely divine! ☺️ I'm also wearing #revlonph ColorBurst in Bordeaux on the lips. 💋 Apparently, it's my go-to lip gloss these days. 👍👍 

DAY 7:
Ladies, listen up! This feminine hygiene is perfect for sensitive and irritated skin which soothes and softens mucosa and is something you should try. Clinically tested. Doctor recommended. Soap and paraben free! Need I say more? Oh yeah, it's best used by working it into a foam then rinse well under running water. Great for everyday use and it smells good! 🌺

So there you have it! Challenge accepted and completed! Whew! And I must say it was good to do this as it gave me some diversion from all the Yolanda-related stress I had had to endure. Still recovering and will be doing so in the next couple of months. Which means I may not be doing a lot of beauty related posts for a while because I'll be busy looking for moolah to cover the expenses from this calamity. It's so huge, it's not even funny. To think I may have to sell a kidney! But then again, the Filipino spirit is weather-proof so we will not be swayed from our goals. It's all about your outlook in life and as BDJBOX aptly reminded us for the month of November: ALWAYS BRING YOUR OWN SUNSHINE.





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It took me a while to post this ladies because I wanted to test these awesome products out fully and now I can confidently give you my unbiased reviews and feedbacks! As you know, BDJ BOX releases Elite boxes every now and then and when the news came out that they were releasing the Elite Girls Night Out box, I think I was one of the first people to respond/reserve and got in line to get my hands on this super sulit beauty box.

This Elite BDJ BOX is one helluva mother lode of beauty fix!

It didn't even take long to deliver this as only a couple of days after it was announced, this big beauty loot was already in my doorstep! It was hard to contain my excitement and I wanted to write about it immediately; however, it wouldn't give the justice it deserves if I didn't post a sort of in-depth review along with it. So here it is. (Sorry for the wait!) Read on to find out more about what makes this beauty box the perfect girls night out arsenal. Oh, and it comes with a sexy black pouch, too! ;)


RL Blue is one of my favorite scents in the whole world and this Ralph Lauren Big Pony Fragrance 10 mL (Php 750) with roller ball is just great for your travel or kikay kit for that quick freshening up you need when you're out and about. It actually comes in 4 variants, but I picked the Blue one as I just love the fresh, invigorating mix of sparkling grapefruit and cool blue lotus scent.


The heaviest product in the Elite Girls Night Out BDJ Box is the L'Oreal Extraordinary Oil 100mL (Php 499) which is the best thing for my bleached blonde hair. My hair is actually really dry after 6 sessions of bleaching and this versatile hair treatment is so light and non-greasy that it makes my hair look alive and healthy!


I have been using this since the moment I started bleaching my hair and I can definitely say that it has nourished and protected it as well as leaves it soft and smooth especially for when I take "selfie" shots. Tee hee.



I still brush my hair at times even though I'm sporting this pixie cut and this brush is so gentle on my chemically-treated hair and scalp. After bleaching, my scalp gets very irritated but this purple (my fave color!!!) Goody So Bright brush (Php 399.75) doesn't hurt my scalp one bit. My son and husband also use this and it doesn't mess with their curls.


Next up, we have the full size Revlon Photoready BB Cream Skin Perfector (Php 725). I requested the Light Medium shade which is a great match for my current NC30 skintone. Even with SPF 30 it doesn't leave that weird white cast but I don't use it alone because I use it together with Revlon Colorstay 24-hr foundation.


It blends well in spite of its thick consistency and is not hard to work with. I believe you can layer this on if you want heavier coverage and want to opt out of using additional base products on your face. You can use a brush or a sponge, but most of the time I just use clean fingers to get the product warmed up against my skin.


The August Elite Girls Night Out BDJ Box also included one of the most expensive beauty products -- an eye cream. I don't think I've ever come across one that's cheap and so this box became even more worth it with the inclusion of Benefit's It's Potent eye cream 0.1 oz (full size 0.5 oz is priced at a whooping Php 1,800).


This eye cream is very hydrating and as soon as you apply it, you can immediately feel the cooling sensation as it works its magic into your tired sleepy eyes. It didn't quite diminish my heavy dark circles; however, it completely moisturized the area allowing for a perfect base for my concealer. At my age, these things are very important to maintain brighter and younger-looking eyes and with only an average of 4 hours of sleep a day, this is a little miracle worker.


I hardly ever go out without lining my eyes because I simply feel naked without eyeliner. I know a lot of girls feel the same way. I have rather small eyes and I think my eyes look bigger with eyeliner on. This Covergirl Liquiline Blast Eyeliner (Php 450) is waterproof and is a joy to apply.

It doesn't smudge unless you do it yourself and it stays put. Again, I repeat, it has amazing staying power! It also comes with a smudger at the other end if you want to do a smokey eye look. The consistency is not pencil-y at all but rather has a soft texture, almost like a solidified gel (if that ever makes sense!) and when applied, it gives the impression like a gel liner was used. This eyeliner is definitely HG quality. I'm definitely getting another one when this runs out. Additionally, can anyone also guess what mascara I used in the photo above? Well, check it out below.


This is really the product that caught my eye the moment BDJ Box announced this Elite Girls Night Out beauty box. It is no other than the Fairydrops Platinum Mascara (Php 1,195). I was going to pick this up at the Beauty Bar back in August but something held me back which was a good thing because now I got it for significantly less! Not only does it give you doll-like lashes but it claims to have 5 kinds of treatment essence to beautify and repair lashes. As you know, I have super straight lashes and this mascara really retains moisture, softens, hydrates and adds volume to mine. If you are blessed with fuller and thicker eyelashes, can you imagine what this baby can do? Sayonara, falsies!
I have nothing but pure love and praise for this awesome mascara. My lashes never held their curls as much as they do right now with wearing this mascara. They open up my eyes and stay that way until the end of the day. It is so waterproof that I would need a makeup remover to get this thing out. You can't simply wash it off with water and a cleanser. That will take a lot of rubbing. So save yourself from damaging the sensitive skin around your eyes and just use a makeup remover. And that's where our last but not the least products come in.


The Nippon Cleansing Kit consists of the Makeup Remover Lotion (Php 300) which is a gentle makeup remover, Parian Spirit Brush Cleaner Wipe (Php 50) which is perfect for on spot cleaning, and the Round Sponge 2 pcs (Php 60) which is perfect for applying foundation/concealer. The makeup remover is very gentle I would say. It has no annoying scent to it. The brush cleaner works like a charm and the sponges are slightly better than the average generic sponges that tear apart and go out of shape so easily.

This Elite Girls Night Out BDJ Box really impressed me a lot and what's more, I got it for only Php 1,680!!! There's almost 5K worth of beauty goodies and note that everything here is premium! I am so happy that I was able to grab this. The products are absolutely not just for ladies night but they are excellent even for every day use!


What's not to love about it, right? You know what, BDJ Box is releasing yet another exclusive Elite box full of makeup goodies. Check out www.bdjbox.com to find out more about scoring these amazing beauty boxes. You can follow them on Twitter and Instagram to get updated on the latest beauty buzz.

So what's your favorite item from BDJ BOX Elite: Girls Night Out? :)



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It's time once more for another unboxing. And this is yet another beauty box I was eagerly looking forward to! Say hello to the biggest beauty box I've ever laid my eyes on... and it's only for Php 598 at BDJBOX!

Feast your eyes on this!

When the package was delivered at home last Saturday, I didn't realize it was my July BDJ Box because of the heft of the thing! I mean, I expected a smaller box. I also resisted the temptation to view other people's unboxing photos before I got mine so that I'll still get that element of surprise which is the purpose of subscribing to a monthly beauty box. And boy, did it surprise!!!

So here are the items that were in this month's big ass beauty box...


DOVE Damage Therapy for hair and body products! And they didn't just include 1 shampoo and 1 conditioner but 2 of each! Also there's the intensive repair treatment mask, a moisturizing beauty bar (soap), and not just 1 but 2 anti-perspirant/deodorant (spray and roll-on)! These are full-sized items so if my calculations are correct, the total cost of these DOVE products is Php 969!!! ZOMGGGG!!!

And next up are what's inside the actual BDJ Box.


Summer may be over but since our Little Mao will be having a pool party for his 2nd birthday this coming August, I could really use all the extra sunblock for the kids. :) This Beach Hut sunblock is perfect because I don't have a spray sunblock in my beach stash; all I got are lotions. I can't wait to test this out! And 75++ SPF!!!?? Whoa!


This is an item I'm majorly looking forward to try. I use lotion for dry skin on my feet everyday because I really don't know why my feet get super dry all the time. Maybe because I'm getting old? I don't know. I need those baby feet back!!! A Foot Appeal Mask sounds very, very appealing indeed!


But what's a beauty box without the cosmetics, right? Well, the July box didn't disappoint here. There's a BB cream that's fairly new to me. The brand, Too Cool For School, is unfamiliar but hey, I'm always open to new discoveries and who knows? Maybe it'll turn out to be an HG product! We'll see...


Look what we have here! An eyeshadow palette for daily use! OMG! The timing couldn't be better! I'm getting crazy over eye makeup lately, as you've noticed in my Instagram posts and that's why I'm also thrilled to try Enchanted's PIXIE DUST palette. It claims to be shimmery but I'll have to try it out to see if it can actually be worn for day makeup. At first glance, I think it may be too light for evening makeup, but that's just my 2 cents. I like 'em smokey eyes a lot!


When I picked up this bright tube of lippie, I was surprised that it was made by Revlon. I've always associated the brand with "serious" makeup... you know what I mean. This here is more of a Maybelline kind of product if you ask me. This is a MUST TRY really. It is supposedly very hydrating which boosts lip moisture by 156%! Oh, yes! That's something I could really use for my dry, chapped lips! Then again, I love all Revlon products! From their hair colors to their cosmetics. Even their beauty tools are pretty awesome. Thus, I'm sure I'll love this one, too!


Lastly, there's a Php 1,500 voucher from Sure Slim for a weightloss program enrollment. I may have to give this away because I'm absolutely sure I won't be availing of this anytime soon.

So the July BDJ BOX itself is valued at Php 3,101. Now add up the DOVE products and all in all, everything is worth Php 4,070!!! Incredible!!! If you haven't subscribed to BDJ Box, it's not too late. Their September subscriptions are ongoing. Sorry, but the August box is already sold out but good thing I was able to subscribe to that one, too. Another beauty box to look forward to next month! But for now, let me enjoy and play with my awesome July BDJ Box treats.

I'll be posting reviews of the items in the coming weeks so 'til then! Thanks for droppin' by!



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OMG OMG OMG! It's my first GlamourBox and it's no less than the Special Edition AVON GlamourBox! Even the box screams glamour all over the place! When I got it 5 days ago and opened it, I realized that it felt like I'm holding a solid and sturdy iPad Mini box or some iDevice box from Apple because the box itself is made from high quality material! It's so classy! LOOK!

This box looks like it's going to last forever. You can re-use it all you want.

Alright, moving on to the unboxing proper... The first one that caught my attention was the BB cream! I am well-aware that AVON has an existing mineral makeup line since just I bought Avon Smooth Minerals foundation this summer, but it came as a wonderful surprise to know that they have a BB cream! I am so excited to try this. They sent a NUDE shade which I hope would be a match for my skintone (it also comes in a lighter shade) and also crossing my fingers that this won't break me out. I will try the Avon Skin Goodness Moisturizing BB Cream SPF20/PA++ in Nude soon and post my review after.


The second item that stood out for me during the unboxing of this special GlamourBox is the Avon Supershock Max Waterproof Mascara in Black. MAX is really the operative word here. The tube is SUPER DUPER GINORMOUS!!! It's probably the biggest mascara I have ever seen. I have about 10 mascaras right now and this is one HUGE son of a *bleep*... I can't wait to try it out.


I'm building a lipstick army as of the moment and it's such a welcome treat that the box contained not just 1 but 4 lippies all in all - one (1) sample size Avon Ultra Moisture Rich Moisture Seduction Lipstick in Red Kiss, one (1) sample size Avon Ultra Color Rich Mega Impact Lipstick SPF15 in Charged Cherry,  one (1) full size Avon Ultra Color Lipstick SPF15 in Hibiscus, and one (1) more full size Avon Ultra Glazewear Lip Gloss in Fiery Red!




And what's a beauty box without something to color your cheeks and eyes? Yup, they also included an Avon Ideal Luminous Blush in Peach and Avon True Color Eye Shadow Quad in Purple Pop. There are my favorite colors so I am definitely going to do a makeup tutorial and post #MOTDs using these. Watch out for those!





Aren't they just pretty? Moreover, I know for a fact that Avon is not just about cosmetics. I've been using Avon products since I was in high school! My aunt was an Avon lady and she was my mom's secretary until she passed away (may her soul rest in peace!), so I always saw her everyday except on Sundays. Up until I graduated college, I always had Avon items in my makeup kit because I would try and buy different products each month out of my allowance. In our household, my mom and my grandmother bought Avon products on a monthly basis as well. It was only when I started working after graduation that my aunt suffered a heart attack and unfortunately didn't make it and I started to explore the world of cosmetics and makeup to try other brands since I didn't know any other Avon lady to get my monthly beauty fix from.