Mount Hua in China near Xi An

12 China travel tips you must know for hassle-free travel as a foreigner

Hey, travelling to China soon? Here are 12 China Travel Tips you should know before travelling to China.  As you see, travelling in China is quite different from travelling in other destinations. For example, Google Map that we are so dependent on for navigation and reviews would not be useful in China. Also, many websites and apps would not load […]

Decorte Loose Powder Review

Decorte Loose Powder: Best I’ve tried in many years

Hey all, like to introduce a great makeup – Decorte Loose Powder. It’s the best loose powder I’ve used thus far and I wouldn’t hesitate to repurchase it. In fact, I was tempted to buy another tub during a recent sale, even though my current one is only half-used.  Let me share more about Decorte Loose Powder, and 7 reasons

Things to do in Montmartre

Things we did in Paris: Montmartre walk & how Paris feels 20 years later

Hi all, sharing the things we did in Paris – the first day of our 2 weeks France road trip – you can click and check out our full travel route from Paris to north-western France. Having visited Paris a couple of times decades ago, I will also share how the city feels different to me now. Without any further ado,

Caudalie Resveratrol Eye Gel Cream

Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Firming Eye Gel Cream: Gel, cream…or both?

Bought France-made skincare – Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Firming Eye Gel Cream – during a recent trip to France. What’s unique about the cream was the built-in metal applicator which promised to offer a quick, refreshing eye massage during application. Does it work?   Also, is this a gel or cream since both are in the name? Read on for a quick review

Judydoll Undereye Shadow

Judydoll Undereye Shadow Palette review: So easy to create “cute”, youthful eyes

Hey there, sharing a review of Judydoll Undereye Shadow Palette. Have you attempted to create “wò cán” (卧蚕) – the undereye puffiness that is so trendy these days? If you are also into this beauty craze, read on as this product can do the job easily.   About Judydoll Undereye Shadow Palette Judydoll is a popular makeup brand from China,

Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol

Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol Review: The first Retinol I’ve tried – and it works!

I’ve always heard about how Retinol is effective in reversing the sign of aging, but had never used one (at least not a pure retinol) till recent weeks. Today, I’ll review the first pure retinol product I’ve tried – Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol.  And I have to say that I’m quite happy with what I’ve seen in under two weeks

Things to do in Nantes

2 weeks France itinerary: Beyond Paris to North-West France

Hey there, I’m sharing a 2 weeks France Itinerary, a trip in which we rented a car in Paris and drove westwards to places such as Caen, Normandy, Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Vannes, Nantes and Amboise. Key activities in this France 13-day itinerary included visiting World World II sites, charming medieval towns, a popular castle that inspired fairy tales, chateaus and

DHC Color Lip Cream

What I thought of DHC Lip Cream after 12 years (incl. Swatch of DHC Color Lip Cream)

Hey guys, let’s talk about one popular beauty product from Japan – DHC Lip Cream. I first reviewed this product in 2014. Since then, some things have changed. For instance, they now have tinted ones known as DHC Color Lip Cream, and “extra moisturising” ones among others. I also found out a few cons of this product. Instead of updating

Curel Foaming Facial Wash

Have dry skin? Curel Foaming Wash gives you 6 reasons to love it (REVIEW)

6 years ago, I was on a journey to find skincare that was gentle enough for my dehydrated skin? I found Curel Foaming Wash and have recently repurchased this again as my skin was going thought another bout of dryness and flaking.  Made in Japan, this pump-foaming wash is specially formulated for those with dry and sensitive skin. What made

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