Ever since I tried Ilog Maria, I can’t get enough of organic and all natural products! After years of searching for a perfect beauty regimen, I can say that I have found my HG (holy grail). My skin has a mind of its own, it’s crazy! One day it’s dry, then oily then one day breakout galore with red blotches all over, etc… I never thought that my skin was sensitive until I read about mineral make ups that don’t contain preservatives or harsh chemicals. So after trying them out myself, I had been a mineral make up convert and swore not to go back to conventional make ups. Let’s just say I am now more conscious on what to put on and inside my body and the results have been very dramatic. So triggered by this MMU addiction, I have soon looked for products which share the same concept with the MMU and that’s when Ilog Maria caught my attention. Yet, I have recently made another discovery of organic soaps that even show how many percent natural a bar is! Amazing, right?

By Nature Handmade Soaps “contain NO chemical preservatives, hardeners or additives. They are made with food-grade vegetable oils such as coconut oil, palm oil, and olive oil and are lovingly made using the cold-process method. With this soapmaking method, BY NATURE Handmade Soaps (BNHS) are made completely from scratch. No short-cuts or pre-manufactured bases and you get all the goodness of naturally-formed glycerin, too!” You can also read reviews from those who have used BNHS and all they have are praises and wows!

One exciting thing about these soaps is their variety of scents! Of course, don’t get me wrong, I still love and am loyal to Ilog Maria, but what’s the hurt in trying them out and having 2 or more different bars for bathing? One scent per day! hahaha I have already convinced 3 of my girlfriends to try out organic products of Ilog Maria and now another product line is put into test! I’ll post soon reviews about BNHS hahaha I wanna try Icy choco, Milkenhoney, Baby blue, Fair Geranium, Strawberry Milkshake and Utter Bliss! ( Ok, there’s gonna be a hole in my pocket again!) Soaps are categorized to Regular, Special and Premium and each bar costs 85php to 115php to 145php, respectively. They only differ in the ingredients used but they are all reasonably priced, IMO.For Metro Manila sanriobloggers, Girls, they will be at Souk on April 6, 2008. It will be held at the Power Plant Mall’s Plaza Drive (in front of Starbucks, Cibo, Crustacia, Dencios). The Souk will be open from 7:00am-3:00pm and entrance is FREE!  (and I have already booked my BF to accompany me there! That’s why I need to save up and do one heck of soap hoarding!) hahahaha See you there!

Ebay ebay ebay!! I am a confessed ebay addict! hahaha So here’s another minidress I came across as I browse the Women’s clothing section in Ebay. This I found with mega coolness written all over!

Don’t be fooled! It’s simple but turn to the back and…

hahaha.. It’s really cute!

(click here) to visit the ebay site.

This day, i have 2 featured dresses.. For the funky and more edgy ladies, check out the H&M dress! It’s the trend now, pairing with your skinnies or leggings or just wear it alone. The other dress are for girls who are on the classy side.  It’s a red carpet- worthy dress. Don’t worry, I am not gonna bid for them because my eyes are still on that MNG red coat i saw online… will post the picture soon!

ITEM DESCRIPTION: H&M PUFFY SLEEVED DRESS

END TIME:  Mar 12, 2008 10:00:19 PHT

STARTING BID: 490php (US$11.95)

ITEM DESCRIPTION: BNWOT CHIFFON WHITE & BLACK BRAIDED BABY DOLL MINI DRESS

END TIME: Mar 14, 2008 11:10:34 PHT

STARTING BID:  150php (US$ 3.65)

Summer’s just around the corner (Mar - May here in Philippines). Now that the sun is up and getting a tan/ tan line is a must, now we’re talking about baring and flaunting that bod of yours who’d been hiding under that “manang” (old maid) clothes for the last 10 - 12 months. haha (just kiddin’)

It’s the bikini who chooses the lady! haha (taken that from Harry potter). For the last 3 months I had been looking for a bikini to parade myself in for our upcoming summer escapade… considering my body type and structure, tankinis and bandeaus don’t flatter my figure. My BF surprised my with a 2-piece bikini on my birthday and I can never be more thankful! He said he choose it himself and I’m quite amazed that after more than 2 years (of rigorous explaining and training), he finally got a good idea of my taste.. haha

So ladies, start revving up your engines and rush now to get your HG (holy grail) swimsuit - one that shows up your curves and makes guys turn their heads to your direction.

These Bikinis i couldn’t resist not posting because it’s such a great bargain! Don’t mind if some are used, you can still wash them and soak them up in Cydex (antiseptic/disinfectant) or in Chlorinated water if you are iffy using these gorgeous 2nd hand steals… Enjoy!

1) ITEM DESCRIPTION: Calvin Klein Bikini Top, used

END TIME: Mar 09, 2008 23:24:18 PHT

STARTING BID: 150php ( US$3.75)

2. ITEM DESCRIPTION: BRANDNEW W/ TAG BENETTON BROWN & BEIGE STRIPED BIKINI

END TIME: Mar 11, 2008 10:03:57 PHT

STARTING BID: 550php (US$13.75)

3) ITEM DESCRIPTION: ISAAC MIZRAHI GORGEOUS BIKINI TOP, used

ENDING TIME: Mar 09, 2008 19:42:41 PHT

STARTING BID: 150php (US$3.75)

Here’s another cutie from my fave online ukay-ukay (thrift shop), Ebay. I have bought one top before from this seller and her clothes are really in excellent, pristine condition despite that they are pre-owned. This top is very interesting because it gives that illusion that you actually have a scarf on. Coolness mommah!

Item description: Auth MNG brown top

End time: Mar 05, 2008 20:34:31 PHT (3 days 8 hours)

Starting bid: 149php ( US$3.75)

(picture credit is rightfully to the ebay owner)

Been wanting to get one of these!! Makes you wanna sing<*raindrops keep falling on my head…> while goofing around and doing that “yipeeedooodaah” jump ( jump and while you’re in midair, make your heels touch together. Bet you can’t do that?). I love seeing raindrops in glass panels or any transparent surfaces… it never fails to leave that romantic, cozy feel, doesn’t it?

So what if it’s gonna be summer here soon and the height of UV radiation? (hahaha, just kiddin’. I’ m really afraid of going out without any umbrella and sunblock.) But they are really cute plus it’s only 300php (US$7.50), I don’t mind getting a tan or even sunburned ,for that matter. hahaha

Here are some of the pics:

this, i like the most, seriously.. it looks like an umbrella skeleton with book plastic cover but I can’t go wrong with this one.

the red umbrella rocks!

…and for our HK lovers who love pink, there’s also an umbrella for you.

Here are one of the dresses found at Toppicks.multiply.com

( note: photo credits are rightfully to the owner of the site)

It’s inspired by a Marc Jacob dress and I find it cute! The catch? It’s only 700php ( US$ 17.50) .

Here’s the runway dress:

here’s the Toppicks version:

Not bad, isn’t it?

>> Auth Marc Jacobs cotton green long sleeves shirt !

I was nonchalantly browsing ebay, no intentions of buying anythiing. Just taking pleasure browsing around, checking out cool potential purchases. When I saw this item, 2 minutes and 36 seconds remaining time before the bidding ends. Maybe it’s this panic sale buyer impulse I have in me that made me automatically place my bid! hahaha (Signs of addiction to Ebay, I presume.) The good part, it has only 1 bid and the starting price?? 100php (approximately US$2.50). I don’t mind if it was pre- owned plus it’s been quite some time since I started my hunt for that perfect everyday cotton long- sleeved shirt. But come on? What are the chances that you can bump into this kind of top in Ebay, which in excellent condition btw, for just 100php??? It’s Divine intervention that I won this without sweat! Hahaha. The top is not that exuberantly eye-catching, I just love that it’s green, comfty and a functional piece too. After joyously celebrating this great deal, next step is to fervently pray that this one will not disappoint me when I get the actual item. :((

so here’s the pic:

I came across this by sheer luck.. wasn’t looking anything in particular but presto! It’s there! I do want one for myself but I have 5 mugs that i use to hold my coins, beads, pens, etc.. Some of them i already gave to my aunt, my brother, our house helpers, etc. To date, i own 9 mugs. Most of them were given as a gift. No more space for a new one.

Item description : Brandnew Krispy Kreme Collectible Mug

End time: Mar 02, 2008 21:28:50 PHT (2 days 3 hours)

Starting bid: 7 php ( approximately US$0.06)

Picture:

Now Let me begin will sharing you the wonders of Ebay.ph. I will know that my efforts of posting cool Ebay stuff here have not gone into waste if winning for an item in Ebay will be extremely difficult for me - because of stiff competition with my blog readers!! (ggrrrr!!) hahahaha I will try to upload as much as i can. BTW, this is only available to Philippine-users. (sorry guys) Maybe in the near future,I will go for international cheap finds too!

ITEM #1:

Item description: Imported Purple Longsleeve Dress

End time: Mar 04, 2008 11:47:14 PHT (4 days 21 hours)

Starting bid: 399php (approximately US$10)
Pictures:

ITEM #2

Item description: V-neck dress Brandnew

Free size

End time: Mar 09, 2008 07:52:48 PHT (9 days 17 hours)

Starting bid: 450php (approximately US$11)

Picture: