I Moved to LA!

As an international student, I am now living in downtown LA. For the last  few months, I have been preparing the big move. I have to travel to the other side of the world alone, pack up my whole life into two big luggage and one carry-on. The journey is amazing, yet terrifying! This is the first time I ever leave home, let alone live in a different country.

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Colour Collection (Haul & Swatches)

Today, I am very excited to share with you a set of new eye shadow sticks I got from Laura Mercier. They are from the Caviar Stick line in a deluxe mini version. I have wanted to get this for a while, the colors are so beautiful and I love the concept about this product. I can't wait to try on these colors and share with you. 

Three LUSH Shampoo Bar Review

I recently when shopping at Lush, and got 3 of there shampoo bars. I haven't use all the shampoo bars, but I used most of them. And, all the ones I have tried lathers really well, a little goes a long way, very soothing without irritating my scalp. But, with different shampoo bar, there are different effect and benefits. In this post, I am reviewing these 3 bars I just purchased. 

What I've Been Doing Lately

Hey guys! Sorry I haven't posted for a couple of weeks now, I will do my best to get back on track. And, I would like to tell you a little bit of what I have been doing lately. 

As you may or may not know, I am applying for college in the US. I am 26, now, and I already got a college experience. But, I want to study abroad to the US and learn graphic design. I plan to get all my application process done by the end of September, so I have been fully focusing on my applications these past few weeks. 

Wash Your Face with Oatmeal

      I love finding natural ways to care for my skin. I have sensitive skin that gets red easily, and I get occasional acne on my cheeks. There are a lot of chemical facial cleanser, and these cleansers can be really harmful to the skin. Many beauty DIY are very complicated, but this oatmeal cleanser is very simple, only takes one ingredient.

Be Productive With The 15 Minute Rule

      Do you have the problem finishing your to-do list? Do you often find yourself working on one thing whole day but neglect other important things? I like to plan my day with to-do list. But, I used to have problems finishing them. I sometimes spend too much time doing one particular thing, and left myself no time for other things. Then I found out a method to help me get things done more effectively. In this post, I am sharing with you my secret to be more productive and efficient.

Smell Delicious with Laura Mercier Bath & Body Collection

Laura Mercier Bath & Body Collection

      The bath & body collection from Laura Mercier have came out for a while, but I have never get my hands on them since they are such luxurious products. But, I went shopping the other day and used my membership credits at the Laura Mercier counter. I decided it is a good chance to explore the bath & body collection. With all my membership credits, I only spent a little amount of money on these two products. And, I don't regret my decision. 

Bold Matte Lips: CLIO Lipnicure Glass Review

CLIO Lipnicure Glass Review

      This summer, I have been hunting for bright and bold lip colors . And, now, I finally found my holly grail. I have always wanted to try the CLIO Lipnicure glass, and it didn't let me down. I first got the color coral, and soon after, I went and get the pink one as well. CLIO is a famous Korean drugstore makeup brand that makes a lot of colorful product. I am a fan of their gel pencil eyeliner. 

Perfect Natural Looking Skin with UNT BB/ CC Cream

      I am a hoarder for foundation and other kinds of base makeup. Creating a flawless canvas is my favorite part of applying makeup. I went a little shopping online with UNT a couple of weeks ago. UNT is a very well known brand in Taiwan mostly sells online. UNT is famous for their nail polishes, so I was skeptical of their makeup range at first. But, after reading some reviews on their BB cream, I decided to give it a try. 

Anti-aging Skincare Routine

      It is harder to eliminate wrinkles than to prevent fine lines. The best way to stay young is to start an anti-aging beauty regime before you really need it. And, for women, our skin and health condition starts to go downwards when we are at the age 25. So, I think it is the best time to start using product that can prevent aging. In this post, I'm introducing 3 skincare products I have been using to stay young.

HAUL: Planner Supply- Stamps

      If you have read my earlier post about my new Erin Condren Life Planner, you may know that I am very into planning and getting organized, now. After a couple of weeks of planning, I decided to get some supplies to help make planning more interesting, and help me organize things easier. I really like the idea of using stamps to decorate and organize. I love how stamps are reusable, and it doesn't add additional weight or thickness to the planner book.

Back to School Fashion 2015

      It's August, summer is already half way through. And, soon, it is time to go back to school. I put together some cute outfit for back to school. They are all very casual and comfortable, perfect for everyday wear. Although, I haven't been going to school for a while, these are how I would wear to class.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: I Opened an Etsy Shop!

Meili Printable on Etsy

      I am very excited to make this announcement to you! I have been planning on opening a store on Etsy, and I finally did! The name of my store is "Meili Printables". If you have checked my "About Me" page, you may know that "meili" means "beautiful" in Mandarin. So, the name of the store basically means "Beautiful Printables"! 

Love / Hate Tag

      I have got a special post for you today. I am doing the "Love/Hate Tag", I was tagged by the sweet Nana from Nicole's Notebook. Don't forget to visit her blog as well. I rarely share personal things on my blog, so I think it is a great opportunity for us to know each other a little bit better. The rule is simple, just list 10 things you hate, 10 things you love, and tag 10 people. 

REVIEW: Benefit Porefessional Primer

Benefit Porefessional Review

      Summer is beautiful, but it is not so pretty when your makeup melts. I live in a very hot and humid country, so I need something that can really help my makeup stay put. The Porefessional from Benefit works great for this purpose.

How to Clear Body Acne

How to clear body acne

      Many people suffer from the problem of body acne, mostly on the back. I used to have really bad back acne, and it really bothers me. I can't wear beautiful clothe with cut out design on the back, and I get very insecure to wear swimsuit. I tried many different ways to cure my body acne, and now, my back looks pretty much clear and smooth. There are still some white heads here and there, but everything is going so well, now, I can wear clothes that shows off my back. Here, I am going to share with you some tips on how I clear body acne, and some great products I recommend.

REVIEW: Lush Ocean Salt

Lush Ocean Salt Review

      If you have been reading my blog for a while, you may already know that I am a believer of exfoliating. I think this is what makes the biggest difference in the skincare process. My favorite scrub of all time is Ocean Salt from Lush (yes, it's Lush again). I have repurchased this product multiple times, and I am here to tell you why I love this scrub so much. If you haven't try this yet, I hope this review can help you make a decision. 

5 Blogs to Learn about Blogging

      I have been blogging for more than 6 months. There are a lot of resources that helped me learn along the way, from SEO tips, header design, to social media. In this post, I am sharing with you 5 of my favorite blogs that teaches you how to blog professionally. Some of these websites are also great for people who want to start their own business, become a writer or designer.

Makeup Cleansing Oil DIY

      I have tried many different kinds of makeup removers, wipe, cream, oil based, water based. But, I am not satisfied with any of them. I want something that can remove my makeup completely, without clogging my pores. Also, I want a product that is natural and fresh. My skin gets irritated easily, it often get red and get pimples. Finally, I found a cleansing oil DIY recipe, and I made one myself. It is life changing! 

Summer Beauty Must-have

      When the season changes, it is  good opportunity to have fun with different products. For summer, we can try brighter colors for makeup, use more light weight skincare products, and control oil and shine. In this post, I am sharing a few items that I love to use during summer.