As Told by Julz|2012

Saturdays With Julz: I Found My Solemate

2012-02-18T18:06:00.005+08:00

This day started out with a whole lot of cleaning. At 7 in the morning, I was down on my knees armored with a mop and damp cloth; oh, general cleaning day! It was good that we started out early because by 9am, everything was tidy and squeaky clean. It was pretty tiring though, but satisfying in every sense. =) At around 10am (Yes, that early. Don't ask why! =p) , my sisters and I went for a

What A Wonderful Friday!

2012-02-17T11:16:00.002+08:00

Hello guys! It's a busy Friday for me, but that does not stop me from feeling so happy and in love today. I'd like to share this overwhelming feeling to you guys by listening to this song. It never fails to make me happy and alive and inspired. It makes me appreciate life beyond imperfection. The world is beautiful, life is beautiful! =D If you're having a bad day, this might just pick you up! =

On the Spotlight: Ever Bilena ProLongWear Lipstick in Destiny

2012-02-14T12:49:00.001+08:00

The other day, I was rummaging over my messy stuff when I found this lipstick lying inside my drawer. It's still crisp in the box, unused. For a second, I was trying to figure out why I have this lippy, then I remembered I actually got it as a gift last Christmas. Silly! I took a good look at it and thought it deserves a product review. Ever Bilena ProLongWear Lipstick in Destiny Destiny

Wants Vs. Needs

2012-02-10T14:53:00.002+08:00

It's raining down here in the south, and when it rains, I always end up tuning in to my melodramatic self, so please bear with me. Also, this post is going to be a lengthy one. Read at your own risk. =) Every so often, I am faced with the dilemma of battling between what I want and what I need in life; luxury vs. necessity, as some would call it. I don't consider myself as materialistic, but

What's New: Sbarro Pizza

2012-02-08T15:15:00.002+08:00

It saddens me that Davao City is such a late bloomer when it comes to bringing in the best foods on Earth. But as the old adage goes, "better late than never". The other day, I was loitering around SM City Davao when I stumbled upon this: My jaw dropped in awe! I couldn't help but get giddy! It's about time that Sbarro invades the Land of Promise. I've only eaten Sbarro pizza once and I can't

On the Spotlight: Nyx Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk

2012-02-08T09:30:00.002+08:00

Hi everyone! I haven't been lurking around my blog for the past few days due to some important matters, but all is well now, thank goodness. Anyway, I'm back with a review of a product that has received so many raves across the blogosphere. I recently found out that Nyx Cosmetics is being sold here in Davao City, all thanks to Kim, who is a choirmate and a good friend of mine. It's sold in a

Saturdays with Julz: Of Guns, Super Powers, and Wachamacalits

2012-02-04T21:30:00.000+08:00

So this is how my lazy Saturday went... I finally started watching City Hunter through Dvd. I'm rather late, but who cares? Lee Min Ho as the City Hunter I spent my entire morning and afternoon watching City Hunter. Surprisingly, it surpassed my expectations. I'm loving the punches and hula boolahs (and I'm investing words again)!! and Ahhh!! This guy makes my heart skip a beat..LOL!! The

Trying Out Products from Human Heart Nature

2012-02-03T08:47:00.002+08:00

Hello people! This is a scheduled post, so by the time you read this, I may be away from my computer dealing with some important matters. Anyway, just wanna share some skincare products that I have recently acquired. It's official! I'm a Human Heart Nature user now! I've been looking for a great toner that will replace my Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner (ang haba ha!),

Contest: Wanna Be The Etude Girl?

2012-02-01T10:01:00.001+08:00

Join Etude House's "Wanna Be The Etude Girl?" Contest and Get a chance to win: - Precious Mineral BB Compact Sheer Skin #1 Light Beige - Moistful Aloe Soothing Gel - I'm Jumbo Pen Liner - Orgel Light Eye Base - Vita Foem Mini Genius You Visit Etude House Philippines for More details!

Gastronomic Adventures #3: Gusteau's Fud Haus

2012-02-01T08:32:00.007+08:00

Last Monday, January 30, my friends (working girls, they're already famous in my blog! LOL!) and I went out to celebrate our dear Cielo's birthday. We dined at Gusteau's Fud Haus (Don't ask me how to pronounce that.) The place was rather small, but the ambiance was cozy and comfortable. Customer service is great since the waitresses were very accommodating. Gusteau's Fud Haus is one of the

Currently Loving: Dove Damage Therapy Intensive Repair Conditioner

2012-01-30T09:53:00.002+08:00

I'm gonna lie if I say that I am loving my permed hair, because the truth is, I am not happy with the way it turned out. Okay, I like the subtle curls, but the perming process made my hair frizzy and dull. This alarmed me because I can never live with unruly, unmanageable hair. So my quest for putting an end to these hair problems began. When I had straight hair, I only use conditioner every

Saturdays with Julz: Rewarding Myself with a Mini Haul

2012-01-28T22:45:00.005+08:00

Okay, so I've been thinking too much today while waiting for Yuan's name to finally pop out of my mobile screen. I had this crazy idea a while ago, and I'm not sure if this will do me any good. But hey? It's my blog anyway, I can do whatever I want..hehehe! Anyway, out of sheer boredom, I decided to create another section in my blog and I'm gonna call it "Saturdays with Julz". Obviously, it will

Makeup Experiment #4: Arabian Night! [Cat's Eye on a RainyFriday Night]

2012-01-28T20:29:00.001+08:00

I don't know what got into me last night when I pulled out my eyeliner and experimented on a "cat's eye". Perhaps, it was the heavy rain that persisted the entire day yesterday, or perhaps the fact that I was missing Yuan, who's in Surigao enjoying the waves with his co-teachers. I was alone in my room, playing Sims3, and the next thing I knew? I was facing the mirror and carving out a cat's eye

On the Spotlight: Lip Ice Sheer Color in Strawberry

2012-01-26T12:13:00.000+08:00

Another lip balm review? Well, if you have it in your stash, why not? Anyway, I'm giving away my thoughts on yet, another cult favorite; the Lip Ice Sheer Color in Strawberry. I got this as a gift from a friend last Christmas and I'm so glad she chose to gave me this above any other lip balms loitered on the market. I know you will agree that most lip balms look and work the same, save for the

Chinese Astrology: I'm Born in the Year of the Tiger

2012-01-23T09:44:00.001+08:00

Kung Hei Fat Choi everyone! I hope you all are feeling great as we enter the Year of the Dragon. Here's something I have thought of posting on the spur of the moment. I'm not Chinese and I don't really believe in Chinese Astrology, but I find them quite interesting. Sometimes, I agree to it, sometimes I don't. But hey, it's Chinese new year anyway, so I'd like to know the predictions for Tiger

Word of my Year: Organize!

2012-01-22T09:00:00.006+08:00

Hello everyone! I hope you're having a great Sunday! By the time you're reading this, I am either at the church attending mass, or in the movie theater with Yuan, watching Underworld. Since we are about to celebrate Chinese new year (Kung Hei Fat Choi to all Chinese out there!), I'd like to enter the Year of the Dragon with a new word to live by - Organize! This is quite awkward to say, but I am

Can a 50-peso Lipstick Make You Smile?

2012-01-21T21:01:00.009+08:00

YES!!! (At least it does for me) Alongside with the trusty Ever Bilena and Nichido, I have always seen Fashion 21 in beauty counters of several malls and Watson outlets, but I never gave it much attention. Not that I'm a brand snob. Of course not! I'm a budget girl, you know. Maybe I'm just too comfortable with what EB and Nichido have to offer, that I didn't feel the need to look for other

Cheap Find: Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Skin

2012-01-20T09:55:00.001+08:00

Let me begin this post with a question: How do you feel about nude lipsticks? For me, it's just like red lippies. It takes courage and spunk to pull it of. It could wash you out or make you stand out. It could make or break your look. Of course, I do know that the beauty of a nude lipstick can be well appreciated when paired with bold eye makeup, but still, not everyone may look good on a nude,

My Two Cents on SOPA/PIPA

2012-01-19T10:53:00.002+08:00

Let's admit it, the Internet has been and will always be a big part of our lives. In every little thing we do, we rely on the free information that we could juice out over the Web. Sure there are hardbound resources out there, but technology is now a way of life. A few days ago, Wikipedia circulated a public announcement regarding their protest against SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act). If you

Thrifted Tiered Skirt and Specs for the Working Girl

2012-01-19T10:04:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! Happy Thursday! Aren't you glad that the weekend is just around the corner? Anyway, I just wanna share two items that I recently got - A chic tiered skirt and eyeglasses. Thrifted Grey Tiered Skirt (P180), Magpantay Eye Glasses (P1,000) The other day, I went to Magpantay Opticals to have my eye check-up. You see, when your work involves facing a laptop 8 hours (or more) a day

Addiction: EOS Lipbalm in Summer Fruit

2012-01-18T09:03:00.002+08:00

I know I promised not to jump into the bandwagon and review the cult favorites that I recently got from purchasing online. But what can I do? I'm just a girl. I change my mind every time. Besides, how can I not rave about a product that has received a hundred killer waves across the world? Okay, enough introduction. This will just be quick. I promise. The reason why I got myself an EOS lipbalm

Obsession: The SIMS 3

2012-01-16T11:07:00.002+08:00

I rarely get addicted to PC games, but once I do, I sure do knot it with my strings, enough for me not to let go. Of course, like the rest of us, I've played and wasted time with Plants Vs. Zombies and Angry Birds, but I never got hooked. They're fun [and addicting], yes, but I honestly think they are too mainstream for me to get attached to it. Enter SIMS 3. The first time I encountered The

On the Spotlight: IN2IT Waterproof Blush in Lust

2012-01-14T10:07:00.003+08:00

Hello everyone! It's a rainy Saturday morning down here in the south; the perfect weather for a lazy day. I can't wait to lie around doing nothing the entire day. But before doing so, I'd like to leave you with yet another review that has been kept in my drafts for quite a while --- The IN2IT Waterproof Blush in Lust (great stuff, by the way). IN2IT Cosmetics is a drugstore brand that is

Online Haul: NYX and EOS, The Cult Favorites!

2012-01-13T20:03:00.007+08:00

A few days ago, I was lurking around Facebook when I stumbled upon Makeup Haul by Lyka. She was having a sale and was filling up her feed with a bunch photos of discounted products. I was merely browsing through her page and was amazed with the abundance of colorful cosmetics she was selling. I swear, I spent about 30 minutes going through all her albums, and the next thing I knew? I was filling

On the Spotlight: Clinique Colour Surge Eye Duo in Strawberry Fudge

2012-01-13T09:02:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! It's Friday today yet it's going to be a toxic day for me at work. Got a lot of things to accomplish before the day ends, as I don't want to have excess baggage for the coming weekend. Anyway, before I put on my working cap, I'd like to share a review on a product that I don't really normally use. This review has been lying around my drafts for months now and I don't have any idea