I have stopped using blotting paper for a long time. The last ones I used were from Clean and Clear and now, I usually just use a tissue to pat off excess oil if I have to, in the middle of the day. But when Vicky of Tatcha contacted me to ask me to test her Japanese made aburatorigami blotting papers, I just had to say yes. Just look at how pretty they are! *right brain tingling* Vicky was very generous and sent me three packets of the aburatorigami papers to try. You see a lot more in this picture and that’s because I’ve requested more for you, my readers! *wink*
Epicare threading tool review & a giveaway
Has anyone ever had your face threaded before? I’ve never tried that but I remember seeing one of my sister-in-laws having her face threaded by her mom when I was a little girl. Some thirty years later, a friend showed me her cleaner eyebrows, thanks to an eyebrow threading session. I was pretty intrigued but I never tried since I didn’t think I have an issue with facial hair to begin with.
Kabuki brushes: animal or synthetic hair?
I love using Kabuki brushes to apply my foundation, whether I am using mineral or compact powder. They work better than sponges for me. I have Kabuki brushes using animal as well as synthetic hair. I alternate between the two, loving them for different reasons. Today, I like to make a comparison of the two based on some common properties.
Cotton swabs to wipe out makeup mistakes

Before I share this tip on using cotton swabs that I picked up from Taiwanese celebrity stylist Kevin, I’ll like to thank everyone of you who left me a comment in my last entry. My apologies for not being to answer to everyone individually but I like all of you to know that I appreciate all your kind words, encouraging comments and goodwill . I feel a lot better knowing that all of you share similar thoughts that beauty knows no boundaries and reaffirm what I thought earlier – age is irrelevant and imperfections are acceptable. I am not a beauty guru or expert but I feel happy sharing all my findings and excitement when it comes to the topic on beauty. So blog on I shall!
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