Recall the previous post where I enjoyed a Chinese costume photoshoot in Xi’an? Today, I would make my way to Big Wild Goose Pagoda station to return the costume. The original plan was to visit nearby attractions and soak up the festive vibes at Great Tang All Day mall. But things didn’t go according to plan. Read on to see how […]
Another great Japanese makeup to share with all – it’s Integrate Super Keep Liquid Eyeliner. This haul that I got from Fukuoka matches up to Clio Superproof Brush Eyeliner, which I love. In fact, they looked quite similar too, in design and all. So what’s great about Integrate Super Keep Liquid Eyeliner? Before that, let’s understand more about this brand
I was so glad to have picked up Kanebo Media Brow Pencil when shopping in Japan about 5 years ago. I’d loved it so much that I thought it was the best brow pencil I’ve tried in years. 5 years on, I no longer feel this way. While I still like Kanebo Media Brow Pencil, I don’t love it. Find
It’s day 9 of my Beijing to Xi’an trip. Today, I would enjoy a Hanfu photoshoot experience in Xi’an, and explore Great Tang All Day Mall, also known as Great Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City. To recap, we’d began our trip in Beijing and travelled westward towards Xi’an, making several stops in between and covering interesting sights such as Yellow River
I’ve just finished a bottle of Decorte Zen Wear foundation and thought it’s timely to share a review. In fact, I like it so much I’ve just repurchased a second bottle from Isetan Orchard, and am typing this review from a nearby cafe. What do I like about Decorte Zen Wear? I’ll share more in the review below, but in
On our second day in Xi’an (and Day 8 in China), we would dedicate the entire day to Mount Huashan (华山). This is a day trip that is logistically quite complex, time-consuming and costly, as it requires multiple mode of transport to even get to the starting point. Let me walk you through our free and easy experience conquering
Media Bright Up Rouge is the second lipstick I’ve tried from the Media brand, and I love it. It’s been my go-to for everyday wear and I’m already close to finishing it. Hereby sharing a quick review of this Japan-made lipstick. If you like a lipstick that’s bright, shiny and has reasonable staying power, keep reading! About Media Cosmetics I’ve
What are the things to do in Xi’an? On Day 7, we would make our way to this ancient China city known for its rich history that dated back to 3,000 years ago. To soak in everything this city has to offer, we would spend six nights here, covering sites within and around Xi’an, including the popular Terracotta Army and
What to do on Day 6 in China? We visited Lee Family Courtyard (李家大院), a sprawling 200-year-old mansion in Shanxi. Getting to this 4A attraction in China required quite a bit of effort. Read on as I share our mini adventure getting to this scenic spot in Shanxi province. Tip: China has a rating system for its tourist attractions, with
On Day 5 of our China trip, we would visit Great Ladder Cliff of Yellow River (黄河大梯子崖). This was the best sight of our 16-day long trip from Beijing to Xi’An. If I have to use one word to describe the experience – “Spectacular!” That was what I said repeatedly when I first set my foot at the sight entrance.