5 Tips to Start your Day Great!

Hello everyone!!

Hope you have had an awesome week so far. I wanted to share a post on how to start your day great because a lot of times for me it can be a bit of a problem because I always prefer to take those 10 minutes more, which becomes 30 or 40 minutes. Then I have to wake up in a hurry because I didn't get things done. 

So these are simple things that will make your life feel more organized and clutter-less.

1. Have a good night sleep: Your body needs a minimum of 6 hours of rest. However, I firmly believe that sleeping for 8-10 hours is better because your body has time to fully regenerate.

2. Have a plan: A lot of times we don't make plans or have a list of things to do. This always leads to staying more in bed and then waking up in a hurry. Make a list of things to do for example: Take a shower, do some yoga, go to school.

3. Get light in: Once you wake up don't keep those curtains closed. Make sure you open them to receive all that good Vitamin D. It is so interesting to see just how sunlight can change your mood and it does help so get that natural light in.

4. Have breakfast: Breakfast is so important and it really defines on how you are going to spend the rest of your day. If you have time to do your makeup, then you have time to eat. Try a green smoothie, omelettes, or yogurt with cereal.

5. Smile and be Polite: Smiling in the morning is very important because it shows what mentality you are going to be at the rest of the day. Just because a day started badly does not mean it has to end up badly.

The extra one: 

Be confident: Be confident in how you look, what you do, and always always be confident with yourself.

What are your tips on starting a great day?

Let me know on the comments below.

Yumi

Countdown to Christmas: How to keep warm and fashionable in Winter

Heyoo:)

I am starting this new Countdown to Christmas in which every single day there is going to  be a post that can be related to fashion, beauty, or my randomness. Christmas is definitely my favorite time of year since it is all lights, carols, family, and friends. So in this segment you will find OOTDs, holiday tutorials, vlogs, holiday giveaway ideas and so much more. I am sooo excited to be counting down to Christmas stay tune for a lot of surprises as well!!!!!!

Days to Christmas: 22

When trying to be warm for the winter a lot of us (ahem me) can forget how to include being fashionable. Instead we kind of lean towards being more cozy and comfortable. What most of us do not know is that we can be all cozy without risking not being fashionable. I definitely like having both on my side.


Tip #1:

A Pop of color:

I love wearing all black outfits with a pop of color. I like black because it is not overpowering with layering and it also doesn't make me look like a grizzly bear just walking around the city of Seoul.

For the pop of color choose a scarf with a really cool pattern. Check out one of my favorite fashion icons (Blake Lively) rocking this tip

If you are not the scarf type of girl choose a handbag or purse that will stand out. I also love wearing different colored shoes with my all black outfit.

Tip # 2

Bulky it up on different sections

Its winter time and I love my uggs. That doesn't mean you will see me also wearing baggy sweatpants, uggs, and a slouchy sweater. In the contrary when using bulky pieces such as uggs I like to wear pixie pants or warm cozy legging to even out the look.

In this photo I am wearing a skirt, pantyhose and my uggs making the look more fashionable and girly. Its a little bit colder in Seoul now than when this picture was taken. But if I had to take a picture today I would wear my Uniqlo Heattech leggings beneath it.

So these are my tips for today stay tuned for this Countdown to Christmas series and for A LOT OF SURPRISES!!!

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August Beauty Favorites!

Hello ladies!
Long time no talk! I know I keep promising and quite honestly I am also tired of promising and promising and never actually stepping through. But anyways just wanted to show some of my favorite Summer products this 2012.
This summer has been a really long one for me. I was in Mexico for 3 months and then traveled to Korea. That is the reason I have not been blogging or recording. I am currently at a study abroad program in South Korea just so that I can learn the language. It has been so fun!!!
Anyways, because I have been in Korea for a month already some of my products are definitely Korean beauty products, but you can always find them online if interested.

My backpack: I bought this at Ide. Really close to the Ehwa Womens University here in Seoul and it has definitely been a savior to my back. I actually have not carried a backpack since middle school, but since in Korea I walk a lot a purse is just out of the question.

 


Shiseido Bio- Performance:

If you know me or if you have seen my videos the thing that probably stands out the most are my dark circles. I am pretty sure there is no cure for them yet, but using an eyecream everynight really helps to avoid looking like a panda in the morning. And of course a good concealer. LOL

Hanskin Light Touch BB cream:
This BB cream is amazing. I simply love how it is not too creamy and dense like other bb creams and it just glides on my skin. I still like to use it with a moisturizer underneath because of my dry skin. I recommend this mostly for combination skin. This was perfect for me this summer since the weather in Korea is just so humid!! Arghh.. but its cooling down now. Whenever it comes to skin I would prefer to spend a little more money because we only have one skin, and if you put cheap chemicals on it the consequences are severe in the future. So treat your skin well:)

BB CREAM

A small swatch. Matches my Skin perfectly

Banila Co. Contour Brush: I hadn't really heard or bought any of their products but I am really impressed with it. It reminds me of Benefit Cosmetics (Probably founded on the same idea). This contour brush is amazing because the bristles are really soft and this works amazing for contouring.

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream: I finished my Clinique Moisturizer what was perfect for winter and spring. This face cream is so much lighter than Clinique's one, but definitely perfect for my dry skin. It was the perfect amount of moisture throughout the day without being too heavy for summer.

Etude Cookie Blusher:

Such amazing blushes I am not even kidding and for the price it is truly amazing I really like both but my absolute fave is Grapefruit Jelly.

left: Grapefruit Jelly #6 Right: Apricot Pudding

Swatches!

Beach Babe Beauty

Hello ladies!!!!
How are you long time no talk well only a week, but still I have been really focused on my blog that I write in Spanish. That blog is a bit different because it is mostly about reviews and product consideration and more good things like that.

Today, I want to give you some tips on how to look like a beach babe if you are going on vacation or if you just want to look glowing and radiant.

Remember that:

• In the Sun and heat, a lot of makeup is going to look so unnatural and may fall with sweat. So try to go as bare as you possibly can. Also avoid using foundations instead use tinted moisturizers or the very famous bbcream.
• When using mascaras, or eye pencils go with a more waterproof formula or take a trip to the salon and get your brows and lashes tinted
• Use SUNSCREEN and use a lipstick that also contains SPF to avoid getting those dark wrinkled lips.

Tips:  

•  Before you expose yourself to the sun and want to get that miraculous tan consider getting a fake tan. That will make you not want to expose yourself.
• Bright nails look great with a tan
• For your eyes use golden-tone eyeshadows that will complement your tan 
• Use a pearlescent highlighter to bring out your cheekbones
• Clear or brown mascara makes everything look more natural.
• For the lips  use warm pinks, bronzes, golds, and beiges. Avoid frosty finishes 

5 tips to make your room look organized

Hello everyone,

I mentioned before that I am not quite an organized person. I love cleaning and everything but I move a lot in my room so that really messes things up. Most times I forget to put things back into its place and thats where the mess begins. The horrible thing is when a friend comes over and you really have not much time to clean these ideas are great for those of you with very little time.



Make your bed:

Because your bed is always the focus of your room and usually the biggest furnish object you have you should clear up your bed and fold everything into place. So make your bed.


Pick up that dirty clothes:

Dirty clothes appear everywhere. I constantly find myself just dropping clothes on the floor without a care. Pick it up and put it somewhere your guest won't see. After your guest leaves, take it to the laundry so that you avoid having a huge mountain on the end of the month.

Organize:

What? I mean its all about organization. If you have ten minutes only I would probably do the two tips above but if you have more time take time to put everything into place.

Spray:

Spray mist or burn a candle to give your room a more cozy feel.


Space:

Find space to see where you will hang out with your friend.


Hope these tips really help.
Let me know if you have any more ideas.

Yumi

Simple everyday Makeup

Hello my lovely ladies!

This tutorial or step by step is just one of my everyday makeup looks

Finished look

Step-by-Step

before

after

Wedding Makeup

We all dream about that fairytale wedding don't we? We picture ourselves flawless and perfect. Here are some tips so that you and your makeup artist (or whomever does your makeup, it can even be you) find the perfect tips and tricks to get your dream look)

Carry on Must Haves in the Wedding:

A bride should carry (have in hand):
-a small bag
-lipstick
-blot or translucent powder
-Q-tips to clean up any type of smudges.
- small perfume (carry-on or sample perfumes are perfect)

What a bride should do a week before wedding(some of these are optional):
- Wax: remove hairs from any part of the body, it is not suggested to do it in the wedding date because you could get irritations and we don't red spots all over a bride's body.
- Tanning: if the bride is going to tan, I suggest that they do it two weeks in advance, because there should always be a makeup testing
- Body procedure: peeling, moisturizing, any type of beauty procedure is to be done before the wedding date.( I suggest you do a facial or peeling so that your skin will glow)
-Hair Coloring or Shortcut: you will not have time for this on the day of the wedding. It is all about what has already been planned and done.
-Makeup, Hair, and Dress Rehearsal: If you want to look perfect, knowing how, what, and which products you are going to use just makes the day of the wedding so much easier. PLAN AHEAD.


Makeup ideas:
There are many ways you can do your makeup for the wedding day. Here are my suggestions:

Smokey eye: The smokey eye never fails, if the wedding is on the day try not to use blacks or dark browns. Also remember that if you do a heavy smokey eye you should keep the lips simple. You do not want to look like a clown.

         To get a smokey eye this is what you will need:
- A neutral pallet (brown, taupe, beige, gold). The Naked Pallet from Urban Decay or Nude on Nude from NYX Cosmetics
- Eye primer: You do not want fall outs. Urban decay's Eye Primer is great.
- Nude lips(peachy, nude pink, brown or bronze): There are many brands and pretty colors.
- Light blush and bronzer: a peachy blush or bronzy blush is your way to go. I personally like to use a little bit of bronzer with a peachy blush.
- Highlighter: Highlighter is a must. This will draw more attention to the face, giving it a natural glow.
- Eyeliner:  Eyeliner is also very important. Use blacks or browns
- Brows: Fill in your brows in a shade lighter that your hair tone. It is all about filling the spaces, not making it look like you drew your eyebrows.
- Foundation Primer and concealer: If you have redness in your face try a concealer that cancels out the redness (Makeup Forever Concealer pallet).
- Foundation: I suggest using HD foundations to make your face look flawless. Do not use a foundation with a lot of SPF because a lot of pictures are taken and you do not want to look white.
-Translucent Powder:  Using a translucent powder sets all the makeup in. I highly suggest Makeup Forever Translucent Powder.
-Mascara: Use a waterproof mascara. Always in Black.



Pin- Up Look: This look is amazing for any bride who is willing to be risky, sexy and glamorous.



- Foundation Primer and concealer: If you have redness in your face try a concealer that cancels out the redness (Makeup Forever Concealer pallet).
- Foundation: I suggest using HD foundations to make your face look flawless. Do not use a foundation with a lot of SPF because a lot of pictures are taken and you do not want to look white or shiny
-Translucent Powder:  Using a translucent powder sets all the makeup in. I highly suggest Makeup Forever HD Translucent Powder.
-Eye liner: A liquid Eyeliner is perfect to create that winged look.
- Eye primer: You do not want fall outs. Urban decay's Eye Primer is great.
- Brows: Fill in your brows in a shade lighter that your hair tone. It is all about filling the spaces, not making it look like you drew your eyebrows.
- Highlighter: Highlighter is a must. This will draw more attention to the face, giving it a natural glow.
- Shadow: You are looking for a light shadow  ( Beige or light gold)
- Red Lipstick: Find the right red lipstick for you. If you have more of yellow undertones try darker reds and if you have pale or blew veins try lighter reds. It is all about the perfect red for YOU.
-Red Pencil: To create the perfect red you should always line your lips.
-Mascara: Use a waterproof mascara. Always in Black
- light blush: do not go over board, try a pinkish blush and apply to cheekbones
For a step by step check out my post
http://spotbeautyme.blogspot.com/2011/11/winged-eyeliner-for-pin-up-loo.html


Please comment below for any suggestions or ideas.