Tuesday 30 January 2018

Bad Boy



SM's most powerful girl group at the moment is back.
The title track is called Bad boy.
Red Velvet is really growing on me, especially now with SNSD "gone" and f(X) on hiatus.
They are growing as group and find more styles to play with making them more versatile.

ENJOY

라이스 마스크 워시 오프


This is one of the highly raved wash off masks from Korean Skinfood. I bought this and the Black sugar. I started to use this and I really enjoy it. I chose the rice one because it brighten the skin, which I need. I also liked the texture and think this would match my skin well.
So far so good. It's a great exfoliator and can be used in the shower.
I have VERY dry skin as you know, and for this winter season I think this will be perfect!
So far I have only used it once a week, not to over exfoliate the skin and so far I like it a lot.

I bought these in Korea and they are fairly cheap. But they are also sold at Sephora and online in case you cannot go to Korea, it is more expensive but an option. Try one, if you like it, you can order online from Korea. Might be cheaper to buy in bulk.


A mask wash off that features rice extracts to brighten and soften complexion.

On the Global Skinfood Website it says:

Details
A wash-off mask containing rice extract that moisturizes skin and brightens tone. With its texture of ground rice, it leaves skin bright, soft and lustrous.

How To Use
After washing, apply desired amount onto face, focusing on nose area while avoiding eye and mouth areas.
Wait 10 to 15 minutes, and then wash off with warm water.




#Skinfood #Washoffmask #Rice #Skincare #Exfoliator #Brightening #라이스 #마스크 #스킨푸드

Monday 29 January 2018

빛이 나 (Shinin’)

The final music video with Jonghyun, it feels so weird.
I mean one thing if he decided to quit the business but this is just so sad.
He was such an amazing artist, so talented song writer and always fun to watch.

The same Jonghyun shines through the video but we all know when he made this he was not fine.

Thank you for everything!
You did well!





"Life is a continuation of meetings&farewells. Because of that, I believe that we grow. Immediately you will regret it, you will feel sad and you will cry but, we will meet again"

#수고했어 #종현아 #RIP

ウエストリボン起毛チェック柄ブラウス


I don't think I have ever seen this brand before - Clean.
It was my first time in Osaka, at least what I know. I cannot remember I have been in this store.
My eyes fell on this "Waist ribbon brushed plaid check blouse". It was in the front of the store and on sale. I like the design so much. Every lady entering the store stopped and checked this piece out.
There were four colours and I chose this browish one. I liked the gray too but I think I have better clothes to match the colour.
I love the way it fits on the body and the design. I love that you can tie it and also the sleeves are so cute.
I cannot wait to wear this!!!









クリア(Official website - Japanese)

Price: 通常3,580円 1,790円(消費税込:1,933円)

サイズ F
総丈 63
肩幅 60.5
袖丈 46
バスト 110
裾廻り 116

アイテム詳細
商品コード: 20201-044153
ブランドコード: CL-3476
素材: ポリエステル80%, レーヨン20%
仕様 -
原産国: CHINA
シーズン: 秋冬
属性: レディース

Sunday 28 January 2018

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask


Laneige is famous for the masks. and my lips are usually so dry in the winter you can see the dead skin. I cannot use lip products because of this. I of course have a chapstick but it doesn't always work. So in Korea I was lucky to get my hand on this item. When we bought it, it was on promotion, buy one get one. I'm not 100% sure if there actually are any differences besides the smell.
Hubby and I smelled the four and decided on one berry and one grapefruit.
The retail price at the Laneige store was 18 000 won, aprox 20 USD. But we got two for the price.
If you like these and visit Korea I suggest you to go to any of the duty free stores to possibly get an even better deal.
What can I say? Even after the first night using it I could feel a difference. Hubby said he could feel it too. I'm not sure what's in this that makes it different from other masks.
You only need a tiny bit so one jar will last for a long time! Really value for money.

Score
★★★★/★★★★★
On the website it says:
Sleep-in mask for the lips; gently melts away dead skin cell leaving lips moist and supple the next morning. The New Lip Sleeping Mask gently melts dead skin cells making lips feel smooth and elastic the next morning. Experience smooth firming lip night care with the new lip sleeping pack, available in berry, grapefruit, apple lime, and vanilla scents.

1. Berry Mix Complex™

Berry extracts rich in vitamin C and anti-oxidants act on dry, rough lips, making them smooth and supple.

2. MOISTURE WRAP™

LANEIGE’s patented moisture technology forms a moisturizing film which helps to retain moisture and lock-in active ingredients such as hydro ion mineral water, evening primrose root extract, and Hunza Apricot extract for skin to absorb throughout the sleep.

3. 4 sweet refreshing scents

Lip Sleeping Mask [Berry]
Raspberry, Strawberry, Blueberry…
- Contains a pleasant, sweet berry scent

Lip Sleeping Mask [Grapefruit]
Grapefruit, Sweet Citrus
- Refreshing sweet scent of sugar-preserved grapefruit

Lip Sleeping Mask [Apple Lime]
Lime, Lemon, Grapefruit, Green apple, Sweet
- The scent of freshly harvested apple lime

Lip Sleeping Mask [Vanilla]
Sweet Milky Caramel, Creamy
- Comforting vanilla scent provides soft fragrance

How to use
Step 1

Before going to bed, apply a liberal amount with the spatula.
※ Effect: Melts stubborn dead skin cells and provides abundant moisture to skin during sleep.

Step 2

Gently wipe the lips clean with tissue or cotton pad the next morning.
※ Effects: Makes the lips feel smooth and elastic by removing the dead skin cells.

Ingredients
Lip Sleeping Mask [Berry]


Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers, Polybutene, Microcrystalline Wax, Shea Butter, Synthetic Wax, Candelilla Wax, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Hydrogenated Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Mica, Astrocaryum murumuru Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Aromatics, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Methicone, Carnauba Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, CI 15985, CI 15850, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Water, Potassium Alginate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alcohol, Lycium Fruit Extract, Cranberry Fruit Extract, Strawberry Fruit Extract, Raspberry Fruit Extract, Sapindus mukurossi Fruit Extract, Blueberry Fruit Extract, Rubus chamaemorus Seed Extract, Coffee Extract, Chenopodium quinoa Seed Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Glucoside


Lip Sleeping Mask [Grapefruit]

Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers, Polybutene, Microcrystalline Wax, Shea Butter, Synthetic Wax, Candelilla Wax, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Hydrogenated Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Mica, Aromatics, Astrocaryum murumuru Seed Butter, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Methicone, Carnauba Wax, CI 15985, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 15850, Water, Potassium Alginate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alcohol, Lycium Fruit Extract, Cranberry Fruit Extract, Strawberry Fruit Extract, Raspberry Fruit Extract, Sapindus mukurossi Fruit Extract, Blueberry Fruit Extract, Rubus chamaemorus Seed Extract, Coffee Extract, Chenopodium quinoa Seed Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Glucoside




Precaution
If red spots, swelling, or irritation occurs while using this product, discontinue use immediately and consult your dermatologist.
Do not apply on areas with injuries or dermatitis.
Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

1. If the following symptoms occur while using this product, discontinue use immediately and consult your dermatologist:
(1) Red spots, swelling, itching, or irritation
(2) If the application area develops the symptoms above after exposure to direct sunlight.
2. Do not apply on areas with injuries, eczema, or dermatitis.
3. Storage & Handling
(1) Keep the cap closed after use.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Keep away from direct sunlight and extreme high or low temperatures.

Saturday 27 January 2018

우린 봄이 오기 전에 (Before Our Spring)

I have to say I have mixed emotions, I love his music but it has ONLY been a month since his passing?
Why release it so fast? why not let 6 months pass?

He is so missed, he was so loved and will always be.





우린 봄이 오기 전에
따뜻하기 전에 한번 볼까요?
우린 날이 밝기 전에
모두 잠들었을 때 꼭 만나요
사실은 난 널 바라보는 게
지켜보는 게 좋아
가만히 웃는 널 바라보는 게
그냥 지켜보는 게 편해
바보 같은 말이지만
네 앞에 나서는 게 두려워
네가 날 이해 못한대도
괜찮아 괜찮아 아직 봄이 오기까지는
꽤나 남아 있으니까
사실은 난 또 봄이 오는 게
따뜻해지는 게 싫어
가만히 웃는 널 멀리서 보기만 해도
가슴이 아리는데
바보 같은 말이지만
네 앞에 나서는 게 두려워
네가 날 이해 못한대도
괜찮아 괜찮아 아직 봄이 오기까지는
꽤나 남아 있으니까
이번 봄은 예전보다 빨리 온다지요
차갑게 얼은 겨울은 아직 그대로인데
어찌해야 하나 고민 말아요
난 괜찮아요 또 내게도 봄이 오겠죠
난 네 앞에 나서는 게 두려워
혹시 너에게 옮길까 봐
내 눈물 내 슬픔 잊고
내게도 봄이 오면 그땐 그땐 그땐
그땐



"Life is a continuation of meetings&farewells. Because of that, I believe that we grow. Immediately you will regret it, you will feel sad and you will cry but, we will meet again"


#수고했어 #종현아 #RIP

Friday 26 January 2018

LABIOTTE PETAL AFFAIR MONO EYE SHADOW


Labiotte is most famous for their Wine liptints/lipsticks etc. Therefore I actually didn't plan to buy these, but when I visited the El Cube in Edae they were on sale. Original price was 8000 won but they were on sale for 2400 won (I think). I liked the pigmentation so I decided to buy two to try.
Funny thing, same week when I entered the Myeongdong store, they were not on sale.
And that's how it is in Korea, although it's one and same brand, in some places they have a sale and some not.
Anyway I really like how smooth these are and how easy they are to apply. I love the colours. I got them in "Marier Coral" and "Coraly love".


I'm not sure if i'd buy them at the original price, I mean in Korea there are sooooooooooooo many eye shadows so it feels a bit expensive.
But go and try and see for yourself. I'm very pleased :)

Thursday 25 January 2018

PLAY COLOR EYES - Etude House

There are several ones, I got the Cherry Blossom and Wine party versions.
I'd say these are very afforable for the amount you get. There are several ones enable you to get the colour set you like. There is a great mix of colours making this good for travelling and to create several looks!
Honestly the palettes are not that pigmented as I thought, I mean compare to their single eye shadows. But it does give a nice touch and I'm happy I purchased it. I got them on sale and I feel like they were good purchases.
Score
★★★/★★★★★

#Cherry Blossom - The 10-colour eye shadow palette colours your eyes with pink colour resembling cherry blossoms dancing in spring.
I have never been that pink, but for eye shadows it fit me well. I like it. For this palette I liked most of the colours so I wanted to give it a try.

#Wine Party - 10-color eye shadow palette reflecting deep, rich wine colors.
These kinds of colours have been super popular for the autumn/winter season. I like the colours a lot!

Wednesday 24 January 2018

Dinner at Gogigo (고기고)


On New Years we made a reservation at the Korean BBQ restaurant GoGiGo.
It's located in Sinsa-dong in central Seoul. Between Sinsa and Apgujeong station.
The building is huge but it felt quite small inside.

The service was nothing to show, I was extremely disappointed with the service consider the price.
They were rude to us telling us we didn't eat fast enough so the meat got a bit burnt.
We wanted to enjoy the meal, and we were told they were to grill it. We were not told to eat it all in a second! Honestly what kind of manner is that?

Also before we ordered we asked about the meats presented, the waiter told us to get the expensive one and a lot. I asked what the difference was, she replied "There is a big difference".
I asked again, in what way? texture, taste? her reply "you have to try yourself to know".
And we all spoke Korean so there was no "lost in translation".

I have gone to other meat places and the staff knew the difference and could explain the meats so well. These women were just there to work but had NO KNOWLEDGE at all. A shame for a restaurant serving such fine quality of food.

We also asked about the size of the meat for us and what to have, she told us to get A LOT.
In other words, she only wanted to sell and earn money. She didn't think of us eating and enjoying the experience.
I missed kimchi on the table and despite of asking, non was given UNTIL the very end of the meal.

The food was delicious, it was the best Korean meat I have had and the company made the dinner enjoyable.

If you ask...will i go back?
I don't think so, I think I'd look up other restaurants that serves similar food.
The reason I chose this place was that Sunny Dahye on Youtube said it was great... haha
Nothing bad about Sunny I love watching her and hopefully she and her family had much better experience. :)








우리는 12월31일에 예약했는데요. 인터넷에 많이 봐서 완전 기대하고 있었다. 근데 와서 실망있다. 이런 나쁜 서비스 처음이었다. 한국에는 서비스는 원래 좋은데 여기는...오마이갓!! 말도 안 돼요!!!!
맛있지만 서비스 안 좋아서 다시 가고 싶지 않다!


#Food #review #meat #Hanwoo #Korea #Seoul #Sinsa #GoGiGo #고기고 #한우 #리뷰 #맛집

Tuesday 23 January 2018

Cute drinks

This is why I love Asia.
Something so ordinary can become so cute and make you smile!
I went into the convenient store to get ONE drink. In the end I came out with several.
I just had to buy due to the cute bottles!

From left..
Kpop soda (it tasted bad though I only had two sips) from SM Entertainment - Super Junior Snow Cola
Chupa chups soda - similar to Fanta
Minnie Mouse strawberry milk
Barbapapa Banana milk
Kakaotalk character Frodo chocolate milk


Monday 22 January 2018

아르간 에센셜 수분 헤어 미스트


This line from Nature republic has been highly raved - the Argan series.
I bought the shampoo, conditioner and this mist. Unfortunately I could only bring the mist home due to the size. But next time I will try to send home the shampoo and conditioner. Both hubby and I loved it.
Back to this item, they actually have a hair oil and a mist. I asked for the difference but with the winter season I decided on this one the mist.

According to Nature republic they say following about the product: Argan Moisture Hair Mist will coat your hair smoothly with dry and static hair. It is a hair mist that makes you feel calm and shiny.

All people I meet ask me if I just cut my hair.
Or what I have done because it looks so smooth. I tell them, it is this mist, it's the best item I have tried! I have lots left, but I already dread the day I will run out of it!!
It really moist the hair making it look silky but not oily. It can be used after showering or just before I step out of the house.
I'm in love because it makes my hair look so nice!!

Score
★★★★★/★★★★★

For more details
Nature Republick website (Korean)
Gmarket (also ships overseas)

Sunday 21 January 2018

Dinner at 오모리찌개


In Korea one of the nights I met up with BK oppa for dinner.
We had decided to meet at Lotte World mall. However so did the rest of Seoul. So instead of eating inside the mall BK oppa took me to this restaurant service Kimchi stew as their main dish.
I was struck by all the rice cookers as I entered the second floor of the restaurant.
They also had other dishes but since kimchi stew is what they are famous for we went for that!
They also had kimchi on the side and besides from the "regular side kimchi" we asked them to bring out the 3 year old kimchi!
Yes you heard it right, 3 year old! It was so fermented a different taste from regular kimchi. It was so good. During this meal we had three different kinds of Kimchi, it was difficult to decide which one was the best as they were so different.

The kimchi stew was delicious, I really recommend this place if you visit Seoul.











The three year old kimchi



The rice you are served comes from one of these rice cookers!!
Just the look of them make you happily surprised and the rice is of course SUPER DELICIOUS!

#kimchi #Jamsil #Stew #Seoul #Restaurant #food #delicious #맛집 #서울 #오모리 #김치 #찌개 #잠실 #리뷰 #review

Saturday 20 January 2018

Even When It Hurts

I just love this song.
The lyrics are just great, it is just this kind of song you need when you feel down!



Confession of a Skincare addict

As you know I came back from Asia a few days ago.
I spent 3 weeks in Korea and Japan! I managed to buy a lot, clothes, shoes, make up and skincare!!
Some of you might be amazed. But honestly, I will use them all. My hubby will support me ^^
Korean and Japanese skincare is the best. I bought most in Korea.
I was in heaven. And most items I got in a 1+1 deal. And a lot I also got on taxfree, not all but a lot.
So Yes I bought a lot, but if you have been to Korea, this is only a small part of all that's available.

I bought some stuff during Black Friday sale and shipped it to my parents in law as it was so cheap at the time.

So what did I buy?

Facial masks - and LOTS of them.
Foot masks - to get rid of old/dead skin
Cleansers - Oil and water based cleansers
Toners - Klairs, Son & Park beauty water
Moisturizers - creams
Lip masks
Eye masks
Eye creams
Soap - to wash face
Exfoliators
Esscences
Eye drops
Face mists
Hair mists
Lipsticks/tints
Eyeshadow
Leg patches - for sore muscles
Accessories - pads, puffs, brush cleaner



Friday 19 January 2018

SLs snabbtåg - snabbt? eller INTE!


Jag förstår inte SLs nya "snabbtåg", ärligt är detta en vinst eller förlust?
jag skulle säga för majoriteten det är en STOR FÖRLUST!!

SL skriver på sin hemsida: Tidsvinsten från Södertälje till Stockholm City blir 3 minuter, från Märsta 5 minuter och från Nynäshamn 10 minuter.

Jag vet inte om jag ska skratta eller gråta!
Vinst med 3 minuter?? Är det ett skämt? Vem i världen behöver spara 3 minuter när tågen generellt är försenade?

SL snälla ta en studieresa till Tokyo, Kansai (Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto) eller Seoul!
Där kan vi se att med deras snabbtåg tjänar man 30-60 minuter på deras snabbtåg!!!!!
Då pratar vi om en vinst, nu har vi ett kaos med tåg som inte fungerar och ni menar att detta är en bra lösning för oss alla, max 10 min av våra liv går att spara, men för de som tidigare hade 8 tåg i timmen har nu 4. Dvs 15 min väntetid extra. Var är dessas vinst? De har snarare förlorat.

SNÄLLA SL gå tillbaka till VANLIG trafik, stanna på VARJE station.
För just nu har Storstockholm inte ett nät som täcker snabblinjer!!

#SL #Kollektivtrafik

Thursday 18 January 2018

休足時間

This time I tried these Japanese legs/foot patches.
These are awesome! I have heard about them before but never knew if they were good.
However I heard a lot of good things lately so I decided to buy.
I first picked up a small pack in Korea to try. I realized in Japan that I OVER PAYED for the ones in Korea. I got 24 pack in Japan for the same price. In Korea I got 6!

Anyway, these worked so well, I bought a lot in Japan.
These are called  休足時間 and means resting time.
You stick them on to your legs and they support your leg muscles to calm down and recharge after a long day of walking!!

A must buy in Japan!


Wednesday 17 January 2018

Delicious chocolate

I have to share this. It's from Christmas, my cousin who loves to bake and make chocolate made all of these!!
They were all soooooo delicious! I wanted to eat them all. Not only delicious but also so pretty!
She did such an amazing job, I could not have done it myself!



Tuesday 16 January 2018

snack treat

On the day we arrived to Korea I dropped off hubby at parents in law so I could go out for some shopping, not wanted to waste a minute.. Shopping was super successful and proved to be dangerous as I could spend so much in so little time 😂😇
When i returned i found hubby asleep. So mother in law made me a snack.. My fave.. Kimbab (seaweed rolls).
Her kimbap are so delicious, it's sad she lives so far away!!


Monday 15 January 2018

Universe

I've never been an EXO fan. I mean I listen to the songs but so far I have not been following a lot.
But this time I was super happily surprised of this track!!

Here's the latest song!!

ENJOY

Saturday 13 January 2018

No updates

I know it has been quiet. I have been travelling and been so busy, I really need to sleep soon.
I have not have had time to update the blog.
I have even found it difficult to reply on messages sent directly to me despite having WiFi access 24/7.
Oh well.. I hope it's gonna change. ^^


In the coming weeks I will recap a lot of what I have been up to.

Monday 8 January 2018

Osaka here we come


Today we leave Korea and head over to Japan!
I'm super excited.
It's my hubby's first time to Osaka and Kansai area.
I hope he will like it ^^