Author Archives: Judge Magister

Let’s Chat: Skincare Routine

I first started following an Asian skincare routine about six months ago, after reading this amazing post from Skin & Tonics, which is a fantastic blog with incredibly detailed reviews on products. In that time, I’ve noticed an amazing improvement in the texture and pigmentation of my facial skin, and a reduction in the appearance of fine lines that are unfortunately developing as I age.

In this post, I’m going to talk about my skincare routine and try to highlight what I think is working for me.

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Memebox Review – Superbox #44: No Makeup Makeup

It’s a day that ends in “y,” so time for another Memebox review! I really only rock a NMM look on weekends because I work in a dull environment and I like to liven it up with colorful eyes or lips. But I do like keeping my face minimal, especially since the temperature in my room is so variable. So I jumped on this box, hoping for products that would be light and neutral.

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No Makeup Makeup: click here to read and see more

Memebox Review – Scent Box #4: Floral

I missed the first round of scent boxes, so I picked up the next three in a bundle that advertised buy two get one free. They were each $15, so I spent $37 (including shipping) for all three (using a code that gave me free shipping on one of them). That’s probably more than I should have paid for these three boxes, considering what I got, but I do like several items in all of them. First up, the Floral Box.

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floral box

Floral: click here to read and see more

Memebox Review – Superbox #33: Collagen

Collagen products are marketed for anti-aging; they’re supposed to plump up the skin to smooth out wrinkles and provide an illusion of youth. I read somewhere that collagen doesn’t actually absorb topically, so the effects of these products are short-lived, but I’ve noticed a definite smoothing effect. That could simply be from better hydration of my skin, but I’ll take what I can get.

Collagen Box

Collagen: click here to read and see more

Mani Monday – Cocoa

So, I’m on a diet. This isn’t anything new, but I’m really trying to watch what I eat so I can drop a few before the winter holidays. One thing I’m craving is chocolate, so I’ve been buying a bunch of skincare products with chocolate in them to tide me over. I decided to do a cocoa-colored manicure too. Just so you all know, it’s not helping my choco-craving one bit. 🙂

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Cocoa nails and cocoa products: click here to read and see more