Sneaker Cops of 2020

Hi there! Welcome. I am back with a new video. It’s been a few years since I’ve uploaded. I fell out of filming videos after I started working a full time job. Due to the pandemic, I began working from home and now that we are into a brand new year, I thought I would use this time being at home to start creating videos again as well as updating this blog.

For my first video of 2021, I put together a recap of the sneakers I copped in 2020. 

Ever since middle school, I've discovered a whole new culture for sneakers. It was the time when I became more conscious of how I looked and what I wore. I was envious of the kids that had cool kicks. It was always an admiration as I could not afford to buy and collect any. I remember I saved some money to purchase my first pair of cool Nikes, which were a pair of low top light blue and white Nike Dunks. They were my favorite shoes and I wore them almost everyday. I also had hand me down Jordan's, but never my own new pairs. Now that I make my own money, I can finally purchase the sneakers that I loved and wanted. 

2020 had so much incredible sneaker releases.  I attempted to get as much as I could (because I deserve it and need to cheer myself up due to these COVID times). Although I took more L's than W's, I was able to get 8 pairs of sneakers:

UNC to CHI 1's - Such a dope shoe. I wasn't sure about the colorway at first since the blue and red are so different, but after receiving it in hand, it's so clean. 

Flint 13's - One of my holy grails. Loved these since middle school and was so excited and determined to get these when they released in 2020. And success! I was able to cop these. A must have in my collection.

Tie Dye 1's - Love the 1's silhouette, love tie dye and love these colors. Tie dye 1's are my favorites in a shoe so, this is one of my favorites for the year. 

Fire Red 4's - A lucky shock drop cop. A pair that is essential to the 4's collection. I remember when these came out when I was in middle school, and so many kids rocked these and yes, I was super jealous lol. Now, I finally have a pair! woot. Better late than never :)

Jubilee 11's - Such a clean pair of shoes. I couldn't go to sleep one night and was searching what shoes to get next and I stumbled upon these on Foot Locker. Luckily, they were still available in my size. At first, I passed on these through SNKRS, but it might have been fate to cop these. I'm really glad I did. I love me some 11's.

Nike Blazer Low '77 - Nike Blazers were my thing in high school. When I figured I needed new low top shoes, I had to get these! A perfect pair to throw on whenever. Easy to put on and comfy too.

Nike Dunk Low Disrupt - More low tops shoes for me to throw on. I thought these were pretty cool. And more dunks are coming out these days so time to up my dunks game.

Fire Red Denim 3's - I felt like I needed more shoes for my 2020 collection. I was feeling ambitious in getting another pair before the year ends and I found these were available in my size on Foot Locker. I had to cop them quick. I haven't had any 3's yet, so these are pretty sick. 

Be sure to check out my video for some close up shots of the sneakers.

I hope in 2021, I’ll be able to collect more sneakers! Let’s get these dubs!

Thank you for visiting :)

Nioxin System Kits VoxBox

Nioxin System Kit 1 - Natural Hair with Light Thinning

My first impression when applying the product was the smell was healthy, like medicine. Definitely doesn't have the scent of a normal shampoo and conditioner. The product felt light. I think the shampoo and conditioner are great so far. Helps my thin hair feel a little fuller. The scalp treatment had a tingle feel to it, almost stinging. Overall, I have high hopes for these products. I'm hoping my hair can feel a little thicker and stronger. I'm feeling inspired to have beautiful healthy hair. 

NIOXIN Deep Protect Density Mask

Loving this mask so far! I’ve used it a few times and my hair feels so soft and sleek. My hair doesn’t tangle after washing it. It’s so easy to comb thru my hair. Def would recommend!

NIOXIN Recharging Complex Hair Growth Supplements

Not sure if I saw any results with the trial. 10 days probably isn't enough for me. The pill were big but not too hard to swallow.


*I received these products complimentary for testing purposes!

Marc Jacobs Beauty Accomplice Concealer VoxBox

Influenster knows what's up. I was in need of a new concealer and I was lucky enough to be selected to try out Marc Jacobs new concealer. I was so stoked for this! I received the shade in light 20. Nice packaging. So sleek and chic. On my first application for my morning work routine, I was amazed at how smooth and buttery it felt. I can't believe it's not butter. I use concealer mostly under my eyes for my heavy dark circles. Though, it doesn't cover up my dark circles completely, it does help brighten my eyes. I would recommend using this after applying primer and using a good sponge or brush to blend it out. It does blend easily, but make sure to blend it evenly~ I've been using this everyday since I received it. I think it's safe to say that I love this product! 

I received this product complimentary for testing purposes.

Year of You VoxBox

KISS LASH COUTURE TRIPLE PUSH UP COLLECTION 'BUSTIER': First off, I am glad that I received new lashes to test out. When I got my voxbox and saw how Bustier looked, I was nervous as it seemed too dramatic for me. I tend to go for more natural styled lashes. I noticed how thick the band was. I have not tried lashes with the band as thick as these before. I had some trouble applying it at first, but when I finally got it on, I love how it felt. It was comfortable and lightweight. The lashes are soft as well. Since the band was thick, I did not apply any eyeliner, which made these dramatic lashes appear a bit more natural. Adhesive glue was also included with this pair. When I lightly pulled on the lashes while they were on, the hold was very strong, so there's no worries about them falling off. But when it was time to remove the lashes, it was a pain since it was on so well! Felt like it ripped my actual lashes off though... Overall, pretty great quality lashes. These lashes have two layers, criss-cross lashes on top with a curve and a straight lashes on the bottom that are longer. These are quite affordable too, so no doubt I'll be trying out the other styles of Kiss Lashes.

GOLD BOND ULTIMATE OVERNIGHT: This helps keep my skin feeling moisturized throughout the night and the morning after. I like to use it after I shower at night. Great lotion to apply before bed. The scent is aromatic, very calming. The formula is thin and smoothens into my skin easily. My skin doesn't feel sticky nor greasy. Overall, my skin definitely looks and feels rejuvenated.

CLASSICO ORGANIC SAUCE, TOMATO & BASIL: I threw some random ingredients together and whipped up some tortellini. The taste of the sauce was so fresh, especially the basil, it definitely brought the whole dish together. If I ever see this at the store, I will get this for my next pasta dish because it was so delicious!

SUAVE DRY SPRAY, POWDER: So simple and easy to apply. Just a quick spray can make a huge difference and provides great protection for wetness and odor for the day. The smell is nice and dries quickly. It doesn't feel like I have anything on. Doesn't feel greasy or sticky. Great product!

Krusteaz VoxBox

To start off, I never make pancakes or waffles. When I received this voxbox, I was excited to try it out. Of course, making the batter was a breeze. Just add water! I made pancakes since I don't have a waffle maker. Scooping it onto the pan was a disaster for me! The instructions say the batter is suppose to be thick. I wasn't sure how much to portion out onto the pan to make a good pancake. It was hard to flip too! But that didn't take away from the product itself. The results turned out to be just fine! The taste was there and adding the toppings was fun. This didn't taste like your normal ihop breakfast pancakes. It was not sweet as expected, but more packed and rich in protein and fiber which is a great source for breakfast. Adding syrup and fruits can make it taste better!


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*I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil

Yaas, thanks to Influenster for this amazing brow product from Benefit Cosmetics. I can always go for a for an eyebrow product since I do my brows almost daily. I received the shade in 4.5. The shade was a little dark for me, but it's nothing a little blending in doesn't fix. I love how thin the pencil tip is and the sleek design and packaging of the pencil. The spooly brush is soft and isn't rough when blending which is great. 

If you want to receive free products to try out as well, please use my referral to sign up :) 

https://www.influenster.com/r/1845734

Clairol Nice 'N Easy

Shout out to PINCHme, I was feeling bored with my hair color and they had hair dye to sample, so I couldn't be any more excited. I had the option of selecting which color I wanted and I chose 4BG Dark Burgundy. 

The process of this was just like the name of the product. It was simply nice and easy to apply and the outcome was wonderful! The scent was delightful after wash. The after conditioning lasted a long time. And I liked the way it turned out, it was even throughout! The color showed more in the light, but that's totally fine since my hair is dark in the first place. After using this product, I would look for this brand and type at the stores to re-dye my hair. I'd recommend this!

Be sure to check out their website! https://www.pinchme.com/

PINCHme April Samples

It's always great to receive free goodies in the mail. PINCHme is great site to sample products before buying them, for free! Yes, free.99. All you need to do is review those products. This time I received hair products, skincare, and I was suppose to get sweet heat skittles as well, but sadly, it was not in the box😟.

BIORÉ SELF HEATING ONE MINUTE MASK AND BIORÉ DEEP CLEANSING PORE STRIP:
First off, I love me some pore strips. They are oddly satisfying to use and examine after you peel it off and it's super simple to use. The design is super adorable as well. I actually don't see a lot of the pores / white heads / black heads / whatever you call them whenever I use pore strips, but still for the ones that do show up on the strip, it is soooo interesting to look at!
I always wanted to try a charcoal mask from Bioré. I loved the way it made my skin feel afterwards. The self heating formula was intriguing. This was really easy to apply and wash off.

EVA NYC FRESHEN UP DRY SHAMPOO & FORGET ME KNOT DRY CONDITIONER:
Yaas, shampoo AND conditioner. I haven't tried a dry conditioner yet, so I was excited about this. Whenever my hair needs a quick fix, especially my second day hair, dry shampoo and condition does the trick. It makes my hair look and smell great. My hair can get oily with second day hair and this helps controls it. 

ACUPLUS PAIN RELIEF CREAM: 
This reminded me of the IcyHot Patches/Creams. I am a bit clumsy, so I tend to bump into things or even stub my toe...ouch. I tried to cream out when I felt some pain around my ankle. I applied it accordingly, and in a matter of minutes, I could sense the pain relief.
I didn't feel any burning sensation nor was there any weird smell to the cream. It was great stuff!

Thanks a lot PINCHme! :)

Peripera Airy Ink Velvet 2017 F/W Collection

Peripera Airy Ink Velvet
I saw these lipsticks around Instagram and YouTube and wanted to try them out. I remember trying to find where to purchase these online since it's a Korean brand. Luckily, I got three as a gift from my brother's girlfriend, Deok. Thank you so much!

I love the formula. It is very light and creamy. They have a nice scent to them as
well. The finish is kind of a satin and a soft matte.

The three shades I received are from the Fall/Winter 2017 collection, so they suit the season better as well as my preference in lip shades.

#6 It Brown Orange / 인생잇템
My favorite from these three shades. I've been interested in orange / brick shades lately and this is lovely. The orange is not bright whatsoever. It looks like a brick red / burnt orange shade.
#9 Legend Brown Red / 최적미모
This shade is good for an everyday red. It's not too bright nor dark. I normally don't wear red on my lips, but I think it looks nice and natural. #10 Dry Rose Brown / 감성필터
At first I wasn't too sure of this shade, but since it has a hint of brown, it turned out nicely on my lips. I think it would look much prettier if I applied it as a gradient or blotted.


I hope you enjoyed the video!
:)

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna - Match Stix Trio + Gloss Bomb

Match Stix Trio - Light 100
These match stix are so well curated to your skin. I got Light 100 and the stixs all suit my skin tone. I swatched these at Sephora upon purchasing and I thought the concealer, Linen, was a bit light so I wasn't sure if I should get this trio. I swatched the concealer for the medium trio, Bamboo, and I thought it was a better match. After trying it on my face and blended it in, Linen worked out just right. The contour stick, Amber, is great. It's not too dark nor light. If I want it to appear darker, I'd only need to keep building it on, but as for the most part, I really like a subtle bronze/contour. The shimmer stix, Starstruck, is amazing. I love it so much. It gave me that perfect glow. All in all, these stix are very easy to use, apply and blends nicely. It is a bit pricey. For one match stix is $25. The trio is $54, which I thought was a better deal. Oh and a cool thing about these match stixs is that they are magnetized, so it's highly convenient to always have them together and use.

Gloss Bomb - Fenty Glow
This gloss is so bomb. As I mentioned in the video, it reminds me of Lip Smacker lip glosses. I didn't expect it from the gloss bomb at all. It has a fruity scent. The formula is quite thick and could be a little sticky, but it feels so smooth and buttery once on the lips. I'm not sure if it's worth $18, but it's an universal lip gloss, so anyone could rock this and have your lip gloss poppin'.

Maple Holistics Tea Tree Shampoo

Here is the tea tree oil shampoo from Maple Holistics. This product was sent to me complimentary. I've never tried tea tree oil shampoo before and I've read the benefits from the webpage and was intrigued to try it out.

The scent of tea tree oil could be a little strong, similar to eucalyptus, but the shampoo isn't too overwhelming. I was interested in the benefits of the healthy hair growth and the slowing of hair loss and thinning since my hair is already so thin with damaged ends. 

I used about a quarter size amount like directed. I worked the shampoo into my hair for about 2 minutes. I didn't feel the rich lather from this shampoo. It felt pretty light. I've used this shampoo a few times now and I haven't noticed much of a difference, but it does feel fresh and rejuvenated. I think this would be even better if I had the conditioner as well.

Tea Tree Oil Shampoo: https://www.mapleholistics.com/products/hair-care/shampoo/natural-tea-tree-oil-shampoo/

They have a free sample program, so be sure to check that out: https://www.mapleholistics.com/free-sample/

Thanks again Maple Holistics for sending me this product!

PINCHme July Samples

Who doesn't love free stuff? I love to find ways to enjoy free things and I found out about PINCHme. It is a community that lets members sample products for free before buying them. I had to sign up and give it a try.

In July, I got to choose three samples. I picked ZzzQuil Nightime Sleep-Aid, Orbit White Gum and the SlimFast Advanced Nutrition Smoothie. There were not many to choose from and I think these were the only three available. The box took about a month and half to arrive. When I received the box, I was a bit disappointed on how small the box was. I thought the samples would be bigger because when I clicked on the sample choices, the photos were of the full/bigger product. Nonetheless, I was grateful to receive these for free.

The ZzzQuil Sleep-Aid came with two liquid capsules and you take both at bedtime. When I tried it, I wasn't feeling well at the time and decided to take this to help me sleep better. I didn't feel like I was getting sleepy from this, but it helped me fall asleep quicker than usual.

I chose the peppermint flavor for the Orbit White gum. The packet had two pieces inside. It claims to help keep teeth white and it is a sugar free gum. The flavor of the peppermint was nice, but the flavor went away quickly. It was just an average chew gum. I liked the outer shell of the gum though. It's fun to bite into.

I enjoyed the SlimFast Smoothie. I chose the mix berry yogurt flavor. It was very tasty. It serves as a meal replacement, and it did help me feel full.

Thank you so much PINCHme for these wonderful samples!
Check them out here https://www.pinchme.com/

Colourpop No Filter Concealer

Hey everyone! I'm here with a swatch and test video of the No Filter Concealer. I was in need of a new concealer since I was running out and good thing Colourpop launched their very own! I got two shades in Light Neutral 15 and Light 20.

When I applied, I noticed they are very pigmented with a lightweight formula. A few swipes will do the job. The applicator is amazing. Let me tell you, it was so easy to use and it is flexible. As I blended it with my wet makeup sponge, it blended so nicely and it dried matte. I've never used a matte finished liquid concealer or foundation because I was worried it would make my skin look dry, but this didn't feel drying on my skin at all. On the website, it claims to be creaseproof, but I do notice slight creases. Other than that, their claims seems to be pretty true. I would definitely recommend these concealers as they are very affordable. They are only $6 each and come in 15 shades, so hopefully there's a shade that matches you.

A trip to Washington

I visited my family in Washington!

Washington state has such a laid-back atmosphere. It's a total different vibe and sense from California. The summer weather there was perfect! 70 degrees weather felt like it was in the 80's. I don't know why I packed three pairs of pants because I didn’t even wear them. I packed one pair of denim shorts and it was what I wore the most throughout my trip. When I came back to California, oh how I missed the weather in WA because it was triple digit degree weather here😩  And I felt so deprived of food because I stayed at brother and sister in law's place and they keep their fridge and kitchen stocked with food for dayssss. I was well fed and always full haha. I didn't get to explore and do tourist things, but it was totally fine since I've done some of that from the last time I went.

It was nice and chill getaway from home.

Colourpop Ultra Blotted Lip Swatches

The new Ultra Blotted Lips from Colourpop! I have five shades in Zuma, Doozy, Slide, Split and Cherry on Top. I loved the blotted lips from the Alexis Ren collection as it's super lightweight and I've heard great things about the ultra blotted lips so I had to try them out when they re-stocked! In general, the formula applies sheer with a matte finish. The ultra blotted lips do not transfer and it is very lightweight. It dries very quickly as well.

Zuma is definitely a must have! It is the perfect shade for me to throw on whenever and wherever. It is a warm rosey mauve shade. Mauve shades are my fave! It looks darker when swatched on my arm than on my lips. Zuma is my favorite. It is a something like a my lips but better color.

Doozy. This shade looks so pretty and I think it is great for the summer. On the website, it is described as a warm rose, but to me I think it has a hint of terracotta to it too.

Do you slide on all your nights like this? I MIGHT! This is a dusty pink. I thought this would be too pink for me, but actually I'm in love. I can see myself wearing this often.

Make like a banana and split! This is a berry shade. I think this would like better on me if I apply it really lightly. It can be little dark, so I need to make sure to apply a light coat or blot a little bit when I wear this.

Pretty please with a cherry on top! This is a deep plum shade. After I purchased these, I saw reviews about how cherry on top is patchy, but I was hoping that for me it wouldn't be. Now that I tried it, I could see how it could be patchy since this is the deepest shade. Some parts may be lighter or darker on the lips. It's not too bad, but you just need to apply it evenly and neatly.

Overall, I love these ultra blotted lips! Since it's lightweight, it feels like I'm not wearing any lipstick. It is long lasting and it's good when you're eating because this does not budge! The formula does not feel sticky at all. I want to try out the other three shades I didn't get as well. I think they are worth the try!

Get Ready with Me - Birthday Dinner

My first GRWM video! I decided to film myself while I got ready for my birthday dinner, on June 20th. Since this was my first video filming myself doing my makeup, the location was kinda weird. I mean I usually do my makeup where I am in the video, but to film it was kind of awkward since I had to face the side. I will find a better place next time :)
I hope you guys like it!

Favorite NYX Liquid Lipsticks & Shades

Liquid Suede: Soft-Spoken
Soft Matte Lip Cream: Rome, Abu Dhabi, and London
Lingerie: Bedtime Flirt, Ruffle Trim, Seduction and Exotic

If you're ever looking for an affordable liquid lipstick with great quality and is long lasting, I definitely recommend these liquid lipsticks from NYX Cosmetics! There are variety of shades to suit your style. If you're into mattes, the Lingerie offers wide ranges of nudes/neutrals. If you like a subtle matte, the Soft Matte Lip Creams are the way to go and if you like creamy and satin formulas, the Liquid Suede is for you!
Check out my video to see which shades I love the most :)

Ulta Haul

Here's an Ulta haul!
Ardell Lashes - Studio Effects Wispies: https://goo.gl/s8qANV, Demi Wispies: https://goo.gl/Z4Vpgz, Natural Demi 120: https://goo.gl/m1V17D
Essence Pure Nude Highlighter - https://goo.gl/1E35jL
NYX Micro Brow Pencil - https://goo.gl/K6bmyT
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge - https://goo.gl/lYglGI
Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth - https://goo.gl/7HYYJ8
Maybelline Line Stiletto Eyeliner - https://goo.gl/OQyWll
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara - https://goo.gl/FMkOts
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Lipstick - https://goo.gl/cO22tP
NYX Lingerie Lipstick - https://goo.gl/wU311S
Mario Badescu Facial Spray - https://goo.gl/dRQVbf
Tarte Travel Size Tarteist Mascara - https://goo.gl/xAO89p
Becca Backlight Priming Filter - https://goo.gl/E6yScn

Alexis Ren x Colourpop Swatches

I'm loving this collab from Alexis Ren x Colourpop.
The topaz palette is such a steal! For $15, you get a bronzer and a highlighter duo. The formula and pigmentation is amazing and there's so much product in the pans.

The blotted lips are great. You can adjust how dark or light you want your lipstick to be. It is build-able and so comfortable to wear. It's long lasting and affordable for only $5 each! The ultra satin lips are my favorite liquid formulas. Bare necessities is a necessity to have. A pretty pink nude to wear with any look.

Mini Daiso Haul

I got a few things from Daiso! They carry various cute and affordable products from stationary, household, to cosmetics. Things I mentioned were eyelashes, false eyelash case, eyebrow pencil, cell phone stand, and a bag hook. I bought a face roller from Daiso as well (but I forgot to include in the video). I hope you enjoy this video!