It took me a few applications before I got the hang of using the eyeliner brush and now I love it. The long handle and the thin yet stiff brush enables you to have full control over the thickness of the line so you can make a super thin line for a more natural look [...]

While on my slipper vacation back in December, I learned some great tips about waxing. Before I hit the beach, I needed to make sure I was smooth in all the right places. I was lucky enough to find a great waxing salon that squeezed me in for the afternoon. Now, I’ve been waxed a [...]

By far, one of my favorite things to do is to indulge in a nice long bath. I did just that today! It’s been gloomy and rainy and I’ve been feeling very lazy and unmotivated. What better way to refresh my mind and body by taking a warm bath! My new favorite bath product is [...]

It was rainy and grey the other day but that didn’t deter me from walking to the Tuesday farmers market at the ferry building. In fact, I was really looking forward to it. I’ve been letting go lately and indulging in delicious, comforting and fattening foods. On top of that, I haven’t been going to [...]

I’ve been wanting a Nintendo DS for the longest time. When I had the choice of getting a DS or a PSP two Christmases ago, I chose the PSP to play one game: work time fun, which provided hours and hours of entertainment. But at last, I mastered all the mini games that I was [...]

This is so cool! What a simple yet innovative design. Givenchy’s new phenomen’eyes mascara has a sphere shaped tip that grabs every lash, curls and separates them. The round tip enables you to get down to the roots and corners to create a beautiful and perfect shape. Exclusively at Sephora. BUY Givenchy Phenomen’eyes Mascara

Pigs and Pinot Weekend March 20-21, 2009 On March 20th you can join chef Charlie Palmer at the Fourth Annual Celebration of Pigs & Pinot at Hotel Healdsburg. This unique weekend offers an array of intimate dining and educational events hosted by Chef Palmer himself also featuring a cast of Master Sommeliers and international celebrity [...]

Had a fantastic late night happy hour at Charlie Palmer’s this past weekend. This wine bar & restaurant is quietly situated at the corner of Bloomingdale’s in the South Coast Plaza mall. As we walked through the glass doors we followed an illuminated pathway that led to the bar/lounge area. The ambiance was intimate and [...]

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it’s been really cold here in san francisco and we’ve been hit hard with rain. the sudden change in weather really does a number on my skin. even though it’s been in good shape because i’ve taken extra care by keeping up with my cleansing and moisturizing regiment, the weather really takes a toll on [...]

every time there’s a change in the weather, my skin is highly affected. especially around winter it gets dry, itchy and tight. also contributing to my dry skin is having the heat on all day long. i tend to get small patches of rough dry skin and no matter how much i moisturize, it doesn’t [...]

this yummy side dish was a total accident. i forgot about the potatoes that were boiling on the stove and ended up with a mashed potato salad. it’s so simple to make. ingredients 4 medium sized potatoes – peeled and cubed 1 granny apple – peeled and cubed 1/4 cup mayo 1/4 sour cream dill [...]

just returned from oahu with a new recipe. it’s simple and easy and most importantly – super yummy. i got the idea from shopping at the poke deli in don quixote, a japanese supermarket on the island. there’s no measuring, just season to taste. all you need is: edamame in pod (young soy beans) fresh [...]

while in new york a couple of months ago, i met a cat while shopping in a soho boutique (the cat belonged to the owner). anyhow, i couldn’t resist and pet the creature forgetting that i’m deathly allergic. a few minutes later, my chest started to itch like mad. my skin turned beet red and [...]

i went for my third treatment yesterday to zap my underarm hair and it was by far the most painful session ever. as a matter of fact, my underarms are still a little sore. the aestheticians/nurses claim that it’s not that painful and that they’ve gone through the process without numbing cream. lies lies lies. [...]

i bought a new lip gloss from stila over the weekend. well…kinda new…i’ve bought it before but i was out and just needed a replacement. it’s their lip glaze in peach and it’s the one that clicks and has the brush at the end. i don’t know what it is about it, but i really [...]

i learned a really neat trick from one of the gals from the make-up counters. i was browsing their facial cleansers (this is before i discovered 302 skin care) and got into a conversation about how tight my face feels after washing, especially when i have to use extra cleanser to wash away my mascara. [...]

want to get rid of eyeliner smudge? mascara smudge too? how about feathering from your lip liner? she laq from benefit cosmetics will do the trick. it’s a non-toxic paint on liquid sealer that protects eyeliner, mascara and lipstick from smudging or sliding away. the little blue bottle comes with 4 four different brushes and [...]

so, i’ve been trying to get a hold of this product for the longest time but every time i’ve visited the spa, they were out of stock. i finally got a hold of the cleanser and the vitamin c boost serum a couple of weeks ago. after i wash my face it dries up, gets [...]

it all started with some left over green mango that i didn’t know what to do with. i was also craving fish so i decided that i would make some sort of thai inspired fish dish with a mango salad appetizer. so i found a great recipe on epicurious.com that i highly recommend. it was [...]

my favorite lip gloss of the moment is “the gloss” from benefit. i love the colors and it’s the perfect size and shape. also, another great feature is the application wand, the tip is nice and plush and doesn’t fall apart after daily use. you know how the fuzzies on the applicator tip sometimes disappear [...]

I had an epiphany last month while on a business trip in New York and realized how walking clears the mind and frees the soul (yes corny I know). I walked 12 blocks back to the hotel from work one day. I NEVER walk anywhere but I think this trip may have changed that. As [...]