March 2015 China Universal Yums Subscription Boc

Universal Yums is a monthly subscription box that delivers snacks from different parts of the world. This month's country was China, which I wasn't much excited about because they are not that known for their snacks although thwy are known for their exotic cuisines.

Inside the box, there's this card that tells you facts about china and the snacks are listed in the back, along with next monthe's clue. 

I believe that next month will be Switzerland, what do you think?

White Rabbit (2)

This was the hardest handy I have eveer eaten. In the description, it says that it's similar to a tootsie roll, but no it is not. It's like a rock, and barely tastes like milk. 

Shelly Senbei Sweet Rice Crackers

These crackers were really light and mildly sweet. I really enjoyed they because thay are the perfect little dessert for when you are not craving much sweetness but yet want somethihg to satisfy your desert portion of the day. 

Shelly Senbei Hot & Spicy Rice Crackers

These were my absolute favorite of all the box because they are not only sweet like the ones above, but at the same time, there is a delicious spicy kick to them at the end. Absolutely loved them!

Amay's Almond cookie

Totally disappoined about this one. I mean come on, these cookies are everywhere!

Pineapple and Tangerine Hard Candies (4)

These were okay. Not impressive. 

Edo Blueberry Pie

In the description, they say it's like a Fig Newton, but it is definitely a lot more chewier and thicker. But it was still very good. 

Butterfly Cookies (4)

These I was surprised about because I've had them in Mexico before, but I wouldn't have thought that they were made in Taiwan as well. 

By the way, the box included snacks from Taiwan and Hong Kong. 

Assirted Crispy Candy

(Blue-Almond, Yellow-Peanut, Orange-mixed nut)

These were pretty good. They tasted like marzipan or Mazapan, really flaky but nutry flavored.

The orange one was my favorite because it had nut chunks inside it. It was delicious!! The other two were not that interesting...

Wasabi Potato Crispy

These crisps were awesome because of the wasabi flavor. And specially because I'm into spicy flavors. I would not recommend it for people who cannot handle spicy things because these have a pretty strong wasabi flavor. Definitely recommend to those who enjoy savory snacks. 

Peach Milk Ball Soft Candy (2)

These candies looked kind if weird. I was expecting them to be perfectly rund, but instead just looked like an imperfect ball of candy. They tasted okay. The inside had a chewy center that was pretty hard to eat because it would stick to my teeth. 

Overall this box was interesting and fun to explore all of rhe different flavors. The price of this box was $13 and I am pretty sure it's not worth even half of it but I guess the experience is worth it and it's cool to explore new and interesting flavors every month. 

Sheinside/Chicwish Fuffy Black and White Jacket

Top and Cardi from +Sheinside StreetFashion
Watch +CITIZEN WATCH
Lipstick +MAC Cosmetics (HEROINE)
Eye Shadow +Pixi by Petra 

After dying my hair darker, I noticed how well it matched a lot of my monotone clothes and added a little bit of an edge, although it is not a bright or striking color. To be honest, at first, I hated the color of my hair because I wanted to keep it red like before, but I have slowly started to like it even more because I can see how it contrasts and defines my face nicely.

As to my outfit, I want to tell you that Sheinside is a great place to find fashionable and unique pieces at a very low price compared to other high end stores. I really recommend it because not only is it fashionable but also has great quality to the fabric they use. For example, the jacket/ cardigan I am wearing is really really warm and the top is very soft and is not see through.

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February 2015 Ipsy Subscription Box Review

Ipsy is a monthly makeup and beauty subscription box for $10. It sends you 4 to 5 products, both full and sample size, personalized depending on your preferences. 

This month, I got six products because I accumulated enough points to get an extra freebie, which was the pink bottle or the "mane tamer" cream. I was really surprised by what I got this month because I really liked everything and I thought that everything was quite on point with what I personally prefer using and experimenting with. 

1) Eva NYC Volumizing Spray (1 oz) $3

I used this spray before straigtening my hair and it definitely helped my hair stay moiturized and volumize my hair. I really noticed the difference because my hair is very thin and when I straigten it, it looses al of the little volume it has, but this time it preserved it and helped my hair look better.

http://eva-nyc.com/products/up-all-night-volumizing-spray-8-oz

2) Mitchell and Peach Fine Radiance Face Oil (10 ml) $22

http://www.mitchellandpeach.com/collection/products_id/15/cPath/0

3) Emite Professional Eye Curler $25

I have to say that I am a little disappointed with this one because it came a little unaligned, but fortunately I was able to bend it enough to straighten the curler. We actually received an email from Ipsy asking if we had received an unaligned curler so that it could be replaced.

So my assumption is that this curler is usually not that great since it bends easily, which could also mean hat it breaks easily too. I wouldn't recommend this curler because of that and because it is pricey.

http://www.emitemakeup.com/2/professional-eye-lash-curler

4) City Color Cosmetics Creamy Lip Stain $5

When I first saw this, I thought that I would hate it as much as I hate wearing lip glosses, but I was wrong. This lip stain is not as sticky as lip glosses. It starts out sticky but eventually dries to a beautiful pink lip stain. 

http://citycolorcosmetics.com/lips/lip-gloss/creamy-lip-stain/#.VPx-4vnF-So

5) BLUSH Cheek Powder Sample

http://www.modelcocosmetics.com/shop/cosmetics/face/face-bronzer-and-blush/blush-cheek-powder

6) FREE Eva NYC Hair Tamer (100 ml) $8

I got this additional product for free because I accumulated enough point to redeem a reward of my choice and I chose this hair cream for 500 points. I was able to get these points through reviews and other tasks on Ipsy.

Glam Bag Value : $63

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February 2015 Italy Universal Yums Subscription Box

Universal Yums is an international snacks subscription box for $13 (6+ snacks) or $25 (13+ snacks) a month.
This month, the theme of the box was Italy. I was very excited for this because I know how well known this country is for its chocolate and sweets. So I subscribed for a $13 box to get started. 

The box came with an informational card with a description and explanation of all of the snacks. It also included the clue for the next month, which I suspect it will be China. 

So here are the snack pictures and reviews: 

Salted Carame Biscotti
This biscotti was really good. It was sweet and crunchy. I really enjoyed it!

Lazzaroni Amaretti Di Saronno(2)
I didn't like these cookies much because they were really chewey and hard to take them off my teeth. I guess I had to eat them with coffee or milk so that it hadn't been so hard to eat them. 

Frutta Bon Bons(2)
These little fruity candies were chewey, sweet and delicious. I loved the tiny size of them because they do not overwhelm you with sweetness. 

Coffee N' Cream Bon Bons (2)
These candies truly tasted like coffee. Not really sweet. Definitely for thise who enjoy a cup of espresso alone. 

Ferrero Raffaello (2)
These are definitely not new to me, but I am glad that they included these because I absolutely love them! They are coated with coconut shreds and filled with a white cream and an almond. 

Di Nonna Lemon Pizzelle
These waffer cookies were pretty normal. Nothing that I hadn't tasted before, but I really liked the design on these cookies. 

Pernigotti Classici (2)

These creamy chocolate trapezoids were pretty good yet kind of boring because they didn't have any filling or crunchy about them. The taste was pretty good though, with a blend of cocoa and hazelnuts. Basically the inside of a Chocolate Ferrero. 

Pernigotti Noccioie (2)

These nut filled chocolate bars were my favorite of all because of the smooth chocolate contrasted with the crunchy nut! Definitely give it a try because they are so worth it. 

Perugina Baci
These tasted exactly like Ferrero Rocher. And of course it was delicious. 
So my overall review for this box is that it does not really provide your money's worth, but it definitely introduces you to new snacks that you have probably never tried before (unless you're from that certain country). But I really enjoyed getting the box and experiencing new flavors and sweets from Italy. I will definitely try another box and see what other surprises Universal Yums gives me. 

Thank you and have a nice day,
Mayu Girl

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Urban Outfitters Earrings and Asos Shoes

Outfit 

Earrings +Urban Outfitters 

Top -self made

Flats +ASOS 

Bag-  Ross

When I'm feeling really lazy, I usually wear my loose print pants because they almost feel like pajamas but look ten times more stylish. I really liked how my outfit came out despite my laziness. I think that it helps to dress up nicely to help you feel more energized and positive for the day. At least for me, it does make me feel better if I like what I'm wearing. It kind of gives me a feeling of hope for a good day. 

That is all I have dfor today, hope you have a nice day and always stay positive! 

Mayu Girl

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Forever 21 Tribal Sleeve Faux Fur Jacket Coat

Outfit info:

Jacket +Forever 21 

I love this jacket because of the tribal print of the sleeves and the faux fur lining. I got this jacket last year, I believe and I have been loving it ever since. The only complaint I have is that the jacket came with holes in the pockets so I lose anything that I put in there (for example my rings or other small accessories; or money)

Top +Choies

This crop top is really nice because of the smoothness of the fabric and the turtle neck, which makes every outfit a lot more sophisticated and fashionable. It also goes along well with anything! 

Skirt +PacSun 

This burgundy skirt is from the brand Brandy Melville. I got it last summer and I can only say that it is really thin and it does not feel like it covers enough, so by using tights underneath or shorts, fixes everything.

Flats +ASOS 

I got these flats a few months ago and I have been loving them ever since, At the beginning I was not sure wether or not to get them because Asos does not have a reviewing system so I was not able to see what other people thought about this product. But now that I have purchased them, I can tell you that they are worth every penny. The sole of the shoes are very thick, so it really gives you a surface that will not slip or hurt your feet after standing for a while. They also go with almost every outfit because of its simple design.

That is all for this blog, hope you liked it, and if you have any suggestions, leave a comment!

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January 2015 Ipsy Makeup Subscription Box

1. Nourish Organic Renewing Eye Cream Sample

    I have been using this product and all I can say is that it does not irritate my eyes like other facial moisturizers. There is  no re freshening feeling but it does moisturize. It also does not have a strong scent and it does not feel heavy. I would recommend it to people with sensitive skin because it is light enough and does not include harsh chemicals for the skin around your eyes.

2. All Over Shadow Brush ($9.99)

   I love this brush because of the color and because of how soft it is. I would really recommend it if you like to apply your eyes shadow with a brush. I can't believe I finally got a make up tool!

3. Malin + Goetz Mojito Lip Balm ($12)

I love this lip balm because it is really easy to apply and very moisturizing. The tip is shaped like a lip gloss applicator and the balm itself is transparent but  has a thick texture almost like a lip gloss.

4. Bella Pierre Shimmer Powder ($14.99)

  Since I am not into loose powder eye shadows, I can't say that I love it. But looking at the price of it, satisfies me enough to feel that it was worth my $10 for Ipsy this month.

5. Pacifica Natural Mineral Coconut Powder Sample

  This is the product that everyone got in their Ipsy bag. Again, I do not have much to say because I have not used it and am not really attracted to using it.

Overall:

I think that this month's bag was really good because it was worth $36.98 (it costs $10 to subscribe!), and because I loved that they included a make up tool for the first time in my bag and because I really liked the lip balm and the eye moisturizer. I can't really complain about the bag itself either because it is really versatile and I love the colors of it!

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Romwe American Flag Crop Top

Top: +Romwe 

Jacket +Forever 21 

Jeans : +Styles For Less 

Lipstick -MAC

 So for this outfit I chose to go with the American flag red color, and black to make it look tougher because I was feeling a little lazy that day and didn't want to give too much thought into my outfit. So I went with simple items that pulled off a great look.

I have to say that my jacket is awesome to style with almost anything, but the only downside is that it is not as warm as I would like it to be. But I am okay with that because I got it for a really low price last year. And for my crop I think that it is versatile and does not necessarily have to be a staple item for the 4th of July. I think that flag prints can be worn any time of the year. You just need to style it to your own taste.

For the makeup, I just have to say that Mac's lipsticks are good overall, but I would like them to be a little more stainless like the ones from Limecrime that stay on your lips and won't annoy you with random lip-stains. But appart from that, I like the color and how long they last.

I think that is all I have to say today, Hope you found this blog interesting or helpful. Sorry that I did not post last week, but am working on new posts for the future!

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Thank you!
Mayu Girl

Asos Flats Review

Top +Choies 

Skirt +Charlotte Russe 

Shoes +ASOS 

Coat- Handmade by my grandma

I purchased these flats from Asos with a 30% discount. They arrived after about a week, and the box was a little open, but luckily nothing was missing.

I am a true size 6, but ordered a 7 because on their measuring charts. The size 6 is a little bit smaller than othershoe  stores, so I went with a bigger size. 

They fit me alright, not too lose nor too tight. But I think that a 6.5 would have been better for me. Sadly they do not handle half sizes. 

Either way thay are pretty comfortable and the soles are perfect for walking everywhere since the soles are quite rubbery and do not slip. 

If you are thinking about purchasing a pair of shoes from Asos, do not go by the number, but by the measurement in their shoe size chart. Measure your own feet to see which size is the best for you. 

I hope you found this review helpful. If you have any questions, suggestions, or anything to say, comment down below in the comments section. I would love te reply. 

Mayu Girl

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Influenster - Rader Farms Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup Almond milk

1 cup fresh strawberries

1/2 cup mangoes (Rader Farms)

1/3 cup oats

1 tbsp almonds

This is the bag that I got for free thanks to Influenster.

Instructions:

1. Blend 1/2 cup milk with mangoes and oats. 

2. Pour in cup or jar. 

3. Blend 1/2 cup milk with strawberries and almonds

4. Pour mixture over mango mix slowly so that the strawberry smoothie won't sink or mix in with the mango smoothie mix.

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* I received the product from Influenster complimentary to test and/or review. 

+Influenster @raderfarms #freshstart #contest