Moisturizer (updated)

So, I've been searching for the best moisturizer out there. I've been testing out Olay Natural White day cream and so far it's been good to my skin. (Been using it for 2 days)

I have very sensitive skin (when I say very, I mean verrrrrrry) so it's so hard to find something that'll soothe and tame my very wild skin. With the olay day cream, my face looks a bit radiant (my boyfriend asked me what I've done to my face because it looked great). I'm not really crazy about the smell. I think it's too overpowering and too fragrant for a face lotion. But anyway, my face instantly reacts to products with harsh ingredients (once tried ponds and it made my face itchy the first time I applied). So far so good with the olay cream.

Texture. This cream is very very very light and won't leave your face oily and smudgy. I don't rub it on my face, I just tap tap tap until my face absorbs it by itself. It delivers its description that it is a non-greasy formula.

Price. It is okay. Not that cheap not that expensive. I think the price is just right.

Repurchase. I think I'll finish my sachet first before I buy the bottle and if my skin doesn't react badly I'll totally buy it again.

Another advantage of this cream is, that it has UV protection. (score!)

I think I'll test it out for a week and post my results!

UPDATE:

Stopped using this product, too thick and I think it blocked my pores. Switched to a new moisturizer which I will blog about soon. Just testing it out longer for more accurate review :)

star wars

thrifted star wars shirt that I DIY-ed

Porselas spiked ring

Thrifted faded denim vest, black liquid pants also thrifted

If you've noticed I love thrift stores! HAHAHA! :) When this picture was taken, I was from my construction materials laboratory class. Hence the dirty shoes! Dressed to kill because, well I just wanted to be fierce for my classes! Hahaha! I look like a mighty strong chick! :)

If you loved my spiked ring, I have 2 stocks left at my online shop PORSELAS. :)

Weekend

Spent my weekend at home! (Lucena, Quezon). Had plenty of family time! I really missed my hometown. Now as I'm typing this, I'm in Manila already. So here are some pics:

My dry fingers. haha

And here's my outfit today when I went to class. Dunno why there's so many pics of me holding my head. -.-

Silk+denim blouse I found in a thriftstore. AMAZING RIGHT?! :)

Bazaar bought mustard shorts

Crocs flats

Played with different kinds of blue today. The pretty color of my shorts also are on my blouse! :) Thanks to my loving boyfriend for my outfit photos:

New at Porselas

Spiked ring Php90

Black ring Php80

Gold Studs Php90

New stuff at my online shop PORSELAS

Go and check out the new mini collection here.

Gonna get the spiked ring one! HEHEHE :3 It is totally my style. :)

Been too long

Hi! Selling stuff on ebay. I think I need to sell some of my clothes cos I don't have space for them all! :(

Here's the link to my ebay page : http://myworld.ebay.ph/irinameow

I'm just selling one item, shoes! The reason I'm selling is because it is the wrong size for my sister, I bought it for her. :( It doesn't fit me too because I have giant feet. HAHAHA go now to my ebay page to check it out :)

I'd like to share some songs I've been abusing for the past week. Here they are:

1. Kissing the Lipless by the Shins

2. The End by Kings of Leon

3. The Nearness of You by Norah Jones

4. Farther Down by Neon Trees

So that's it! Have a great sunday! :)

How to: Photoshoots

Hey, just a disclaimer. I AM NOT AN EXPERT. I know that and these are just tips and tricks I normally apply when I want a photo shoot (whether I'm the one behind the camera or in front). I got these from my experiences as a model and rarely, the photographer.

1. Have a theme, this is very important. Make a theme or some sort of emotion you want to convey in the photos. Whether it is seduction or innocence. Have a concrete theme for your shoot.
2. Use natural lighting. It is awesome. And I guess it is cheaper that buying lighting equipment. It makes the model's skin so much smoother.
3. Be familiar with your equipment. You don't want to waste time on the day of the shoot fumbling with your camera.
4. Learn your model's assets. What is her best physical qualities? Is it her eyes? Then focus on them. In my opinion, a good photographer makes anyone look their best.
5. Be friends with your model/photographer. It is 1000x easier to shoot. And also, the photos does not look forced. Crack a few jokes and don't be shy.
6. Be inspired. There are tons of photos on the internet. Be inspired by other people's works.

I had a theme in mind for this shoot, it was sort of indie summer!

This was for my online shop PORSELAS. My theme was a sorta happy go lucky girl

I shot this picture with the emphasis on the fabric.

I was good friends with the photographer :)

So there are my tips. Hope I've been helpful! :) And I really am interested in photography. I do not have an awesome camera yet (a lot of times I use just a point and shoot camera). Been a few times I've been able to borrow a DSLR. I've been dreaming of owning one, but I guess I need a LOT of money for that. Shall save for my first DSLR.

I miss my long hair

I miss my long dark hair. Why did I cut it?? Well, I don't really regret cutting it. But I just miss having long hairrrrrrr. Random. Now I'm waiting for my hair to grow back.

Thinking of going to MOA (Mall of Asia) because Uniqlo just opened and there's a sale. Yep guys so if you wanna have awesome jeans, I think it's just Php590 a pair?? I think it's sale until June 22. That's a friday. Hope it isn't that crowded later.

Anyway, had a random photoshoot yesterday with my friend and it was super fun! Too bad the camera's battery ran out before we completed the shoot. The pictures turned out to be super beautiful. And too bad it rained a bit when we were shooting. Nothing beats natural lighting so the pictures turned out to be a little noisy and grainy. We shall schedule a more awesome shoot next time. I don't have the pictures right now but when I get a hold of them I'm sure I'll post it here. Toodles!