E.L.F. Pink Passion Blush

Ingredients if you are interested.

I was searching for the perfect bright pink blush that was affordable and I found this blush by E.L.F. The packaging is nice and sturdy, not that I plan on dropping it but just in case :) you never know. The compact comes with a mirror and is a pretty decent size of blush cake. The blush feels very silky and like I said it is very bright, so start out slow with this one. Remember it is better to not have enough and build on it, than to have put too much on initially.

Pond's Flawless White

In need of an even skin tone, I turned to this cream that I have been hearing a lot about. I bought mine off of ebay, I don't know if it is available in the U.S. but it is very popular overseas. There is a whole product line which includes the cleanser, night cream, spot corrector and daily lotion. 

I don't have the rest of the treatments, only the lightening day cream. The day cream is not moisturizing but since I have very oily skin that's no problem. If you have dry skin you will need a separate moisturizer and the best time to put it on is after you wash you face or get out of the shower.

I have heard that this cream is better than or comparable to Sheisedo's Lucent White which is really expensive. You can buy the day cream for US $26. Many people talk about the smell but I think it smells pleasant like a perfume and the cream itself looks pearlized like there are crushed up pearls in the cream. I have only used it two days so I will keep you posted on the results and do a before and after shot.

BB Cream

The main cachet of BB cream is that it has vitamins and skin improving ingredients in it while giving you a dewy glowing look that is hard to find with a regular foundation. BB cream has a dual function as a wrinkle improvement and acne fighter. The more you use it, the more you will see a difference in your skin. I feel that it does not give me the beautiful cover I get from my Physicians Formula Organic Wear, but it does the job and does give you a beautiful glow. Plus it has extracts of caviar so how can you go wrong?

Sake as a skin toner

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 There are many skin toners out there on the market, most of which will just dry out your skin without any added benefit to your skin. Some people may not even need an added toner to their routine each night. I never really wear much makeup but I have very oily skin. One remedy to add to your arsenal is sake, the delicious Japanese rice wine you might have had while you were out eating sushi. The cost may depend if you are also looking to drink the sake or just use it on your face. It can be purchased for under $10 at your grocery store but there are many varieties at your local Asian food store.

The origin of the popular Japanese skin care brand SK-II began when scientists noticed that although the elderly workers at a sake brewery had wrinkled faces, their hands were soft and youthful after years of constant contact with the sake fermentation process. You can make you own mini versions of their skin care line without the cost, adding rose water and lemon juice to it if you wish. (be careful with lemon juice always as some are sensitive to the acids Test Test Test!)

Spot/Skin Lightener

Now without getting too technical or boring on you, I will just explain the basics of the sake and why it works. It is a rice wine that consists of rice, water, yeast and koji. It has to go through a fermentation process not unlike that of beer. During the fermentation process kojic acid is created which can naturally lighten any dark spots, freckles, or blemishes you may have. Many people use kojic acid in soaps, masks, toners etc to naturally lighten the skin without chemicals. It also inhibits your skin's ability to produce more freckle-inducing melanin.

Acne

Since it has antiseptic properties and contains alcohol it is a good treatment step for acne. Keeping your face clean and free from bacteria is very important when you are trying to win a zit war.

Moisturizer
Now I know what your thinking, an alcoholic drink as a moisturizer? I had the same concerns however, much vitamins and minerals from the fermentation process leave the skin moist and soft. Again, not all products are for everyone so please make sure to test before using.

Hell Girl

Hell Girl (aka Jigoku Shōjo) is one of my guilty pleasures that I ascribe to and I like to regularly decompress in front of the television with something chocolatey, dim the lights, and turn Hell Girl on Netflix. You can also find it here on Funimation and on Hulu.

Your grievance shall be avenged.

That is the tagline of the show, Hell Girl is for those that need their anime a little darker than most. The premise of the show: "Beyond the veil of midnight lies a website, HellCorrespondence.com. Type in the name of the one upon which you desire retribution ... And it will be served." Hell Girl, Ai Enma will appear and offer you a magical straw doll with a red thread wrapped around its neck. Whether or not you pull the thread is up to you but pulling the thread comes with a price, not only will she ferry the soul of your tormentor into hell but when you die, your soul will also belong to hell. 

pleasant huh?

For your remaining days, you are left with a tattoo on your chest to remind you of this obligation. Over the centuries the correspondence has changed from written to now being done on a website and mobile. There is not much known about Ai, except that she lives with her grandmother and even less about her companions that accompany her. In later episodes we begin to learn more about her. She can be very cold at times and mysterious but that is why I like her. She keeps to herself and that is the charm of her character.

  It can seem a bit repetitive at times, some episodes are more better than others. You are basically watching a show where you know how it is going to end. Are they going to pull the string? Still it's good fun watching those who deserve it get their comeuppance. It's just a show after all. Or is it? Does such a website exist?  
I'm going to give it 8 straw dolls out of 10.  

Tom Savini's Special Effects Program

The four main skill areas covered in this exciting 16 month program are: Make-up Application, Mold Making and Casting, Animation Fabrication, and Exhibit and Display Design. It is designed to obviously ready prospective students for television, film, and photography company careers among many others. Just think, you could be among the few to create creatures and ghouls for the big screen! Now, if by some small chance you have not heard of Tom Savini, here is some of the special effects work he is responsible for:

Friday the 13th
 Friday the 13th: FINAL CHAPTER
Dawn of the Dead
 Day of the Dead
Creepshow
  Texas Chainsaw Massacre II
Monkey Shines
  The Burning
Killing Zoe
Invasion USA
  Martin
  Red Scorpion
  Trauma
Two Evil Eyes
  Maniac
  Tales From the Darkside

  

Yes, he is also the crazy crotch gun guy from the film From Dusk Till Dawn.

Here are some jobs this degree could land you:

Special Make-Up Effects Artist
  Sculptor
  Mask Maker
  Mold Maker
  Prop Fabricator
  Animatronics Designer
  Display Fabricator
Prototype Fabricator
  Freelance Artist
  Scenic Artist
Model Maker
  Fashion & Performance Make-Up Artist
  Dental / Medical Prosthetics Technicians

The school is at the Douglas Education Center, 130 Seventh Street Monessen, PA. It costs approximately $31,250 for tuition and fees, and $6,625 for books and supplies. After you complete the program you get an Associate in Specialized Business Degree Program.
This is with an 80% placement rate and Tom Savini has a class meeting in the first semester (there are 4). Effects artists from the industry inspect portfolios during the 4th semester. I thought he was just going to show up at the end and call it a day for these people.

(images via Douglas Education Center)