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.

Coral Looks for Summer

      Coral is one of my favorite color. It is a color that looks like red, pink, orange, all in one. This bright and passionate color is perfect for a hot summer day. If you would like to try this bright color, please keep on reading, I have 3 style suggestions for you!

Summer Lip Balm Recommendation

Summer Lip Balm

      Summer is officially here, the days are getting hotter and hotter in Taiwan. My favorite thing to do, right now, is to find a coffee shop and steal the air conditioning for the afternoon. It's very important to get hydrated in the Summer. If we are not drinking enough water, our lips can be too dry. And, if we stay in an air conditioning room for too long, our lips can also become dry. In this post, I'm introducing some light weight but hydrating lip balm for the hot weather. 

Mission Statement Builder

Mission Statement Builder by Franklin Covey

      I recently found this amazing website called Mission Statement Builder by Franklin Covey. Do you ever try to write down your mission statement or life goals, but there are so many things in your mind that you don't know where to start? Or, your mind is completely blank without any idea of what you want in your life? This website can help!

My New Erin Condren Life Planner First Impression

My New Erin Condren  Life Planner

      I just got my very first Erin Condren Life Planner! I am so excited! I first learned about this planner from Elle Fowler's Planner 101 video. Then I realized there is a huge planner community on the internet. I saw many posts and videos online about how people decorate and organize their Erin Condren Life Planner. I finally decided to get one myself. Before I start my first impression review, I am going to tell you the story of why I got this planner.

Beauty Ingredient: Deodorant

Beauty Ingredient Deodorant

      It is a little awkward to talk about body order and armpits. But, I think everybody can relate to this topic since its summer. Perfume can only add good smell but it cannot cancel bad smell. What we really need is a deodorant.  It is very important to use a deodorant when you go out, especially during summer when you will definitely sweat. We don't want to smell bad, and it could be very impolite to others as well. In this post, I am going to tell you what ingredient deodorant uses and how to choose a good one. 

Watercolor Nails

      I just did this beautiful nails inspired by the nail look I saw from Michelle Phan's video. It is very beautiful and easy. I don't usually post about my nails, but I am very happy with this design. I would like to share with you how this is done. 

      This nail design is quite simple. There is no detail drawings involved, as you can see it is a little messy. 

1. Apply base coat.
2. Apply a coat of white nail polish. This color acts like a white canvas for the painting. 
3. After the white color is dried. Randomly dot on other colors.
4. Before the dots are dried, smudge them a bit with a Q-tip.
5. Lastly, apply two layers to top coat to make it look brighter.

      The look is really artistic and colorful. It looks a bit like floral design from afar. And, you can play with different color combination to create a complete different look. It's really fun for a summer day, it adds a playfulness to your style. I seldom wear colorful nails like this, but I think I'm in love with this look. 

Would you try this watercolor nails?

BOOK REVIEW: The Girl on the Trains by Paula Hawkins

      I just finished this book called "The Girl on the Train". I saw the book review video from Essie Button, and I thought this book is quite interesting. She said this is quite a page turner, she just can't wait to get to the end. Since I am a slow reader, it would take me too long to get to the end, so I decided to get the audio version. If you haven't read this yet, keep reading to see if this is something you would like. If you have read it, feel free to discuss with me in the comment!

Lightweight Sunscreen for Summer

Lightweight Sunscreen for Summer

       It is getting extremely hot and humid here in Taiwan. We all know that it is important to put on sunscreen, but sometimes it's too sticky and too uncomfortable to do so. Do you ever have this feeling that the weather is so hot, the last thing you want to do is rubbing on products with your warm palm. I do. So, I went and look for some lightweight sunscreen to use this summer. Keep reading to see what I got, and my reviews on these products. 

The Outfits from My Fashion Stylist this Week

The Outfits from My Fashion Stylist this Week

      I think it would be fun to show you what Stylit.com got me for this week. If you haven't read My Favorite Fashion Websites , Stylit is a website that creates different outfits for you every week, based on your preference. I like most of the outfits they have for me, I can rate them for the stylist to get a better idea of what I like. And, I pin my 5 star look on my fashion pinterest board. When I go shopping next time, these will be awesome resources. I can even shop straight from the links they offer. 

7 Natural Remedies to Cure Insomnia

7 Natural Remedies to Cure Insomnia

      There are many reasons that can cause insomnia. Especially nowadays when people are more stressed and often neglect their diet. Some people have a hard time falling asleep, some have a trouble of waking up in the middle of the night. I've experienced insomnia a couple of days ago. I tossed and turned until the sun comes up. That night, I read some articles about how to cure insomnia. And, I am going to share with you some effective natural remedies to help you sleep better and healthier.

REVIEW: Lush Herbalism Cleansing Roll

Lush Herbalism Cleansing Roll 

      I love Lush cleansing rolls! I have used all of them and found my favorite ones that work best for my skin type. Two of my favorite cleansing rolls are Aqua Marina and Herbalism. I have post a review about Aqua Marina already, and I would like to talk about Herbalism this time.

REVIEW: Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm

Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm

      I have really pale lips, so I have to wear a lipstick after I apply lip balm. But, sometimes, I want to add moisture and add color to my lips at the same time. A tinted lip balm is perfect for this purpose. In this post, I and going to share with you about the best tinted lip balm I have ever used, and it's by Burt's Bees.

BOOK REVIEW: Paper Towns by John Green

Paper Towns by John Green

      I can't believe I have finished 3 books in May! I read Red Queen, The Jewel, and Paper Towns. It's really amazing how digital world can help us read more. I just finished Paper Towns by John Green on my Kindle App, and I think the book is really nice. The story is based on some teenagers in their senior year of high school. And, what they went through this huge adventure of finding Margo. 

New Header and Blog Design

      I just updated my blog design! I have always wanted to design an unique header, and I finally made it! I love this header so much, I am very happy with the way it came out. I want to make everything girly and romantic. But, I keep the layout simple to let my contents and images stand out. In this post, I will show you how I designed the header.

My Skincare Routine with Lush

      I have sensitive, combination and acne prone skin. I have tried multiple brands and products to find what works best for my skin. We all have been through a journey to look for the right products right? Now, my skin is in the best condition is has ever been since I started getting acne. I think it is the right time for me to share with you my daily skincare routine.

Exercise with Style

      When I exercise, I like to make sure I am in cute workout outfit. Although the style is not really the point of exercising, it does makes a fashion girl look forward to exercising. Here are some ideas on how to look stylish while working out.

What's in My Bag

What's in My Bag

      I find that you can find a lot about someone through what they carry in their bag, and I've always enjoyed watching Youtube video about this. My bag has been pretty organised lately, so I thought it's a good time to share with you what's inside. I used to carry heavy bags with lots of unnecessary stuffs. But, now I enjoy a lighter tidier bag with me. Let's take a look at my bag to begin with.

REVIEW: Lush Solid Perfume (Imogen Rose & Vanillary)

Lush Solid Perfume Review

      I love Lush solid perfume, I have tried many of them for many years. I love how the scent is more natural and more portable than spraying perfumes. Also, it contains less chemical, and is perfect for people who don't like alcohol. Lush have been trying different things in their perfume line, add new scents, change packaging, etc. I am going to review two solid perfumes I'm currently loving from their perfume line.

NEW: Forever Essential Oils- Soothe

      I am very excited to see that Forever has launched a new essential oils collection. My friend nicely got it for me from Singapore, since it's not available in Taiwan yet. What I got is this minty and cooling oil blend in Soothe. In this post I will give a review about this product, and introduce the essential oils collection. 

3 Ways to Wear a Lipstick

3 ways to wear a lipstick

      Happy Mother's Day to all you beautiful sassy moms out there! I gave my mom a lipstick as a gift to let her look all beautiful and radiant. Because she spends so many time taking care of the family, she really needs to pamper herself. So, in today's post, I am going to show you 3 ways you can wear your lipstick. Even though you own only one product, using different technique can create a different look.

Book Review: Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard

      Since I started listening to audiobooks, I finished up so many books I wanted to read. So, I am searching for some new books to enjoy. I have seen some book reviews and made a new list of books I want to read in the future. And, I decided to start by Red Queen. I just finished this book recently, and I am going to tell you how I think about it.

Mother's Day Gift Guide 2015

      Mother's day is coming! If you haven't decide what to give your mom, then I hope this last-minute gift guide can give you some ideas. I have covered skincare to fashion and home decor, I believe you'll find something your mom is going to love.

How to Style Floral Prints

      Floral trend is one of my favorites to wear for Spring and Summer time. But, some people may be intimidated by this complicated print. In this post, I am sharing with you a few different ways of styling floral clothes. 

Monthly Goals- May 2015

      It is time for my monthly goals! Every month I will do a "monthly goals" post, to reflect on my goals last month, and set new ones for this month. I think goal setting is really a great way to get things done and know where you are going in the future. If you don't like to waste your time and be aimless, or you want to add some purpose to your life, you should write down your goals, too!

What is UVA, UVB, and SPF?

      Spring is finally here, the weather has been lovely recently, but don't forget to put on your sunscreen before you head out to the sun. For those of you who are lazy to put on sunscreen or are skeptical about it, I am going to tell you why sunscreen is so important, and how to choose a good sunscreen for your skin.

My Favorite Fashion Websites

      In the digital era, people are blessed to see and learn informations from all over the world. I love how we can learn everything and gain inspirations on the internet, and today I am going to share with you 3 of my favorite fashion websites, I am sure all fashion lovers will enjoy these. Keep reading to see if your favorite is on my list!

REVIEW: Cha Cha Balm from Benefit Cosmetics

• Beautiful Packaging
• Nice Scent
• Very Sheer
• Super Hydrating
• Finish Up Quickly

Pastel Spring Look

      Spring and summer are the best time to play with bright colors. And, pastel make people think of happy, youthful, and fresh, just like spring. In this post, I am sharing three outfits for three different occasions with lovely pastel colors. 

REVIEW: Lush Buffy Body Butter

• Mild exfoliate.
• Rich moisturizer.
• Easy to use.
• Melts easily.
• Smells nice and soothing

      I got this body butter by accident. I was looking for the Aqua Mirabilis when was in the Lush store, but for some reason I grabbed Buffy. I didn't realise it until I got home. Oh well, at least it's a good chance for me to try out other products. And, Buffy is very popular on the internet, I am very excited to use this. I love a multipurpose product like this that exfoliate and moisturize at the same time.

5 Steps to Live the Life You Want

      Are you living a life you've always wanted? Or, is your life doing great but they're some things you want to improve. In this post I am going to tell you 5 easy steps to live the life you want. This method doesn't work only for careers, use these simple steps to boost your finance, relationships, health, and more. 

SWATCHES & REVIEWS: Nyx Lip Colors

Nyx Lip Colors

      I went for a little shopping the other day and got a few NYX lip colors. This is the first time I try NYX products and I am very excited about it. I picked up two of their hydrating lippie and two lip glosses. Keep reading for swatches and my thought on these beautiful colors.