Judydoll Stay Shine Lipstick

Judydoll Stay Shine Lipstick is really “shiny”, but pick your shade wisely

During my China shopping spree, I picked up a few Judydoll makeup products. Next up for review is the Judydoll Stay Shine Lipstick – the first China-made lipstick I’ve tried! If you love moisturising lipsticks with a glossy, glass-like finish, read on!   About Judydoll Stay Shine Lipstick Judydoll offers at least six different types of lipstick on its official

Business Class train in China

Travel with me to Hangzhou & nearby cities in Zhejiang, China (now!)

Hey all, a quick note that I’m flying off to Hangzhou. As usual, I’ll be hopping to a few nearby cities in Zhejiang province, such as Taizhou and Wenzhou. Join me as I share quick updates through my Instagram.  I’ll be sharing bite-sized travel updates, interesting things to do and yummy food finds on Instagram. See you there!   XOXO

Shenyang hair salon

Shenyang Itinerary: 9.18 museum, haircut & a police encounter (Liaoning Part 2)

Been waiting? This post – Shenyang itinerary (Part 2) – will cover what we did on our last two days in Shenyang, including an incident involving the police. :( Read Liaoning Part 1 first for a better story flow. And when you are ready, scroll right through to continue Part 2 of our Liaoning travelogue! Shenyang things to do: My 14-Day

Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream

Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream: One thing you should know before buying

When I first posted a review of Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream a few months back, I was in love with it. However, after using it twice-daily for a few more months, my opinion has changed.  It’s great as a gentle eye cream for dry, sensitive skin and offers great value, but there’s one thing you ought to know. Read

Smith+Nephew wound care healing

Smith+Nephew wound care: Why moist healing works better

Ever suffered a cut and wondered if you should keep the wound site dry or moist? While researching Smith+Nephew wound care solutions recently, I was reminded of a lesson I learned the hard way. I used to think wounds should be kept dry, until a stubborn finger cut proved me wrong. Because the cut was near a joint, the dry

Shenyang Imperial Palace

Shenyang things to do: My 14-Day Liaoning, China itinerary (Part 1)

Hi all, I just returned from a 14-day trip to Liaoning province, China, and am excited to share our travel experience exploring Northeast China.  Wondering about what to do in Shenyang or whether Liaoning is worth visiting? If you love history, scenic mountains, fresh seafood or specifically, high-quality Japanese sashimi, you’ll love Liaoning! We visited during late summer and enjoyed

Judydoll Dual-ended Gel Eyeliner

Judydoll Dual Color Gel Eyeliner: Surprisingly good, but would I buy it again?

I’ve consistently used Judydoll Dual Color Gel Eyeliner for 14 days straight while travelling in Liaoning, China. Is this China-made eyeliner worth a try? I actually enjoyed using it and was even thinking of repurchasing it. But while putting this review together, I discovered a few things that made me pause and question whether the Judydoll Gel Eyeliner is truly

Media Brow Pencil LB-1

Kanebo Media Brow Pencil: 6 years later, still my brow staple

I was so glad to have picked up Kanebo Media Brow Pencil when shopping in Japan years ago. I’d loved it so much and even thought it was the best brow pencil I’d tried in years. 6 years on, I’ll admit I don’t love it as much as I used to. Yet, it’s still the brow pencil I reach for

Mount Hua in China near Xi An

12 China travel tips you must know for hassle-free travel as a foreigner (2026)

Hey, travelling to China soon? Here are 12 China Travel Tips you should know before travelling to China.  As you see, travelling in China is quite different from travelling in other destinations. For example, Google Map that we are so dependent on for navigation and reviews would not be useful in China. Also, many websites and apps would not load

Bomb Craters in Normandy, France

France Normandy Travel: 5 must-see D-say sites (Day 3 road trip)

On Day 3 in France, we visited numerous WWII sites across the Normandy region. Yes, we are talking about actual battlefields, real war sites, and places where immense destruction and massive loss of life happened.  Remember the movie “Saving Private Ryan?” There’s a scene depicting the D-Day Omaha Beach. Go watch it and you’ll know how brutal and tragic 6

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