Things to know / life update-ish: 1.) I have purple hair now. 2.) This is not photoshopped, I really dyed it, okay? 3.) I know a salon and a hair color brand who do kick-ass hair makeovers. 4.) I love my hair, I actually freaked out at how amazing it turned out! 5.) Yes, you can touch it when you see me.It’s pretty hard to miss the vibrant purple hair I’ve got going on so this is it, let’s start… It wasn’t a spur-of-the-moment thing as my phone was filled with screenshots of purple hair inspiration for a while. I actually couldn’t shake the burning desire within to finally achieve it sooner an ..read more

I’m very grateful that this blog gave me opportunities I never thought of, made me dream bigger ones and that it continues to amaze me every single day… thus, I’m always happy to give all the love back to the community. And if there is one thing I’m super compassionate of that would be supporting the endeavors of my fellow content creators. It’s also especially heartening whenever one of us is given the chance to represent Philippines internationally. Sobrang nakaka-proud, no? I remembered watching Raiza Contawi’s winning moment at the Asian Beauty Blogger Contest on IG Stories last year, I wa ..read more

I know, I knowww… It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted anything about nails, no? One day I was looking at my plain, cut-really-short nails and actually said: “I can’t wait to play ON you again!” So it was great timing, albeit a bit late for the season, when the Girlstuff Summer Romance Collection arrived at my doorstep. It has 5 shades that range from bright to pastel to neutral, and I must say they are all beach-y, fun to wear and yet romantic. Did that make sense? Cue in Summer Nights song from Grease…Let’s dive into the shades! Rendezvous – A pristine pop of peachy-pink cream nail polis ..read more

Oh, I’m super excited to write this review as I’ve always been a huge Benefit fan, most especially of the Box O’ Powders. Personal favorites and firm staples in my everyday makeup are Coralista, Dandelion and Rockateur. These are pretty impressive to say the least, however Benefit just released a new one called Benefit Gold Rush. And its golden-nectar color is full of potential to claim the top spot… so will it triumph to become my new favorite Benefit blush? Find out below!The packaging is distinctively Benefit; you only need to look at the gold and pink box once and you’d know it could only ..read more

Once in a while I allow myself a little indulgence of extreme daydreaming. I said extreme because my thoughts can go as far as: “If only I look like Liza Soberano, life would be so much easier!” The ultimate celebrity crush of everyone, endorsements here and there, jowa ni Enrique Gil, the next Darna…and now a businesswoman, too. What’s not to admire with this young lady?Liza, whose real name is Hope Elizabeth Soberano, believes that wellness goes beyond what meets the eye. “It is all about making us feel better holistically, from head to toe, body to soul.” This advocacy inspired her to open ..read more

BLK Cosmetics released a new collection recently, and if you’ve been following its Creative Director, Anne Curtis, on social media and television, it wouldn’t come off as a surprise that the theme is all about K-Beauty. Being a huge Korean drama fan – really who didn’t know about her fascination with Gong Yoo? – Anne decided to introduce limited edition makeup must-haves that will totally make you nail that Korean look! Now you know I love me some oppas, and luckily I got a few pieces from their launch (see event photos on my Instagram). I’ve given myself enough time to play with everything; w ..read more

As I sit here writing this review, I have the Crazy Skin Lifting Mask on my face. Waiting for it to look gross and cracked. Wait, what? You see facial mask is one of my favorite skin treats. You name it, I’ve tried it! So it’s always exciting how brands will come up with new ways to present it, formula-wise and usage. A little spoiler: I had the most fun using this K-Beauty mask! Did I like the results though? Let’s get started! A post shared by Kim Mendoza (@kimlmendoza) on May 1, 2018 at 9:48pm PDT Crazy Skin Lifting Mask is a wash-off mask that, as per its claims, reduces the pores, lif ..read more

By March, my hair was getting way too long. It was feeling heavy due to overgrown layers and my ends were dry and split ends-laden beyond repair, which are the solid signs that my much-needed haircut and salon visit must happen sooner than later. Then an invite from The BLOC by Junie Sierra & Co., a newly opened salon at the heart of BGC, came in the most perfect time. It really felt like they read my mind and knew exactly about my hair dilemma… “The BLOC Signature Haircut with Argila Amazonia Hair Smoothening Treatment,” sounds exciting, right? Follow along for a peek of the beautiful sal ..read more

I have here products that have been changing my hair care game lately. And with that sentence, I know you’re dye-ing to know (lol, get it?) but before we start, I’d like to point out my hair type. My hair is extremely thick and the strands are course, it’s on the dry side due to being color-treated and is perpetually frizzy. Yikes! So when it comes to hair products, I’m looking for either something to make it more manageable, tame the frizz, hydration or all of the above.The Hey! Deux Yeoza Leave In Treatment Moist Day & Enriching Night, or what Charis calls Rapunzel Hair Day & Night ..read more

Since getting into the wonderful world of blogging, I’ve become more interested and open in trying out new things – beauty products, treatments and the likes. And whenever I get invited to experience an innovative procedure, I’m almost always there. Because it’s more than just a time to feel pampered, I also feel so good knowing that I’m taking care of my body. The latest I’ve tried is the Strip White Laser Therapy from Strip: Ministry of Waxing. Curious? Interested? Continue reading for the complete scoop…Strip White provides a non-invasive rejuvenation while delivering textural improvement ..read more