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Is this update even real?!

How do I start? It took me roughly five minutes to think of a savvy way to start this blog post, but here I am just writing away my thoughts as it flows in my head. Today is a beautiful, sunny Monday morning and, nowhere, I decided to open my Blogger account. As I scrolled down to my previous posts, it is crazy to think how active I was before and just posting away whatever I deemed postable. November 2018 was my last post since I went lie low and here are some updates that I think you need to know (even if you are not asking for it lol). I broke up with my boyfriend of 13 years I started to lose weight PANDEMIC happened I met my now husband I left GMA Network I now work at an international publishing company I lost my Tatay because of Covid I got engaged on a self-shoot studio After 9 months Eekol and I got married We travelled (and ate A LOT) Obviously, I gained back all of my weight again haha We bought our first car!! All of that in just 5 years?! After jotting down all of the thin...

Althea Fresh Skin Detoxer, have you tried it?

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2 months ago, I received a special package from Althea Korea as one of their Althea Angels. As a Korean skincare enthusiast, I cannot help but leap for joy when I received my items. It doesn't just make my skin softer and smoother but also it helps me save a lot of time with my everyday skincare routine because its a 10 seconds wash off mask.  Ship Cho! 🙌 Skincare that only takes 10초/10 seconds! ⏰. Containing real green tea leaves 🍃 and rose petals 🥀, Althea's Real Fresh Skin Detoxers is perfect for those who are always on the go. It's so fast that when EXID's @jeonghwa_0508 put it to the test, she actually found that it's even faster than brewing a cup of coffee! 😍☕. Get the Real Fresh Skin Detoxer Set at 10% OFF + get free shipping on all Althea Exclusives today! Shop it here: Althea Fresh Skin Detoxer .

OKAY BA? BEAUTY LIBRARY FEMININE MIST REVIEW

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Hi guys! I am back after a week of hiatus. I've been busy for the past weeks and I'm happy I was able to upload a new video for you guys. I hope you enjoy watching this video :) Beauty Library Feminine Mist 50mL for Php249.00 bought at Watsons.

PAANO NAWALA ANG PIMPLES KO? | KOREAN SKINCARE FOR OILY ACNE PRONE SKIN!

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I am super happy to share with all of you my current Korean Skincare Routine or kung paano nawala ang pimples ko. Since I was a kid, it has always been a constant struggle to get rid of my pimples. Countless over the counter products, exfoliants and other harsh products, guys na try ko na yan! But it is KSR that really helped me (even not completely) get rid of acne/acne marks.  Products mentioned in this video are available locally or internationally. Please check out the links I've prepared for you in case you want to buy any of the products shown in this video :) Again, products that worked for me may not work for you, vice versa. Trial and error lang yan guys. Don't give up :) BY WISHTREND MANDELIC ACID 5% SKIN PREP WATER https://www.wishtrend.com/skin-care/1713-mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water-by-wishtrend.html https://beautymnl.com/products/13653-mandelic-acid-5-skin-prep-water?taxon_id=60 COSRX LOW PH GOOD MORNING GEL CLEANSER https://beautymnl.com/products/...

Tara Kain sa UP Diliman ft. GOJU DRINK!

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Join me as I explore cheap but yummy foods available in UP Diliman. UP Diliman has always been my home (although I am not a graduate here lol). It gives me a sense of comfort and faith that someday I can be Iskolar ng Bayan. This a #SponsoredAd but as I always promise, I only promote products/services that I truly believe in. :) GOJU JUICE DRINK  is the latest innovation of Vida Nutriscience Inc, entering a new category gives them the opportunity to showcase the five (5) fruit juice concoctions from Spain. Combination of the words “Go-Juice,” GoJu is the new on-the-go juice drink made available to its young market. They aim at creating high-quality products with delightful & yummy flavors, eye-catching packaging designs and refreshing tastes that captures the heart of every young and health buff alike.

GVLOG #1 TARA SA SHINAGAWA!

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Hello guys! Here is my attempt of uploading vlogs here on my channel. I think I wasn't able to do a pretty good job but hopefully, I'll improve in the future. Please let me know in the comments section down below if you like to see more vlogs like this in the future. Thank you~ ♥ For those who are interested to avail the  Shinagawa Z Prime Lasik, it is valued at Php140k BUT they usually have discounts so call them for any inquiries :) #Shinagawa #ShinagawaZPrimeLasik

Gandang Pulbo at Lip Tint Under 1 Minute! | FRESH LANG!

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Hello everyone~ Here's a very quick (00:54 seconds to be exact lol) makeup look I did inspired by the #GandangPulboAtLiptint look. It is basically how I do my face every day and I love it because it's simple, light and fresh. I hope you guys enjoy watching this short clip! Much love, Grace ♥ PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO:  Quick FX No Shine Mattifying Primer Maybelline Super BB Fresh Matte Cream Benefit Bo-ing Brightening Concealer in 02 Colourette Lip and Cheek Oil Tint  Johnsons Baby Powder The Face Shop Designing Eyebrow Pencil in 05 Dark Brown Essence Volumizing Mascara Diva's Lip and Cheek Tint in Deep Blush The Face Shop Watery Tint in 04

THE BEST EYEBROW PRODUCTS FOR PINAY OILY SKIN!

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New video for you guys! I've always had oily face and it has always been a struggle to keep makeup stay on my face for a long time kaya naman I am always in the hunt for products that can withstand Philippines' humid weather as well as my oily face. I always stress out the importance of doing your eyebrows to my friends and relatives and these products helped me achieve #EyebrowsOnFleek all day err day. If you enjoyed watching this video, please do not forget to like, comment and subscribe to my channel. Thank you :) #EyebrowProductsForOilySkin #Pangkilay PRODUCTS MENTIONED: The Face Shop Eyebrow Pencil Php 225.00 Kris Matic Brow Liner and Brow Mascara Php 275.00 Maybelline Fashion Brow Liner Php 99.00 Maybelline Fashion Eyebrow Powder Php 350.00 Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbow Pomade Php 1,200.00 NYX Tame and Frame Brow Pomade Php 460.00

ANNA CAY INSPIRED: PAANO MAGLAGAY NG FAKE NAILS?

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Whenever I watch Anna Cay's video, I cannot help but stare at her pretty nails! It has always been my dream to grow my nails long naturally but unfortunately, they can't. Good thing there are acrylic nails to the rescue!  If you are thinking of purchasing acrylic nails and how to put them on, watch my video. :) SHOP ACRYLIC NAILS HERE: IMPRESSHOP_PH https://shopee.ph/impressnails https://www.instagram.com/impresshop_ph/?hl=en Kiss Acrylic Nails in Active Square Php 630.00 Nail Pop Reusable Press On Nails Php 440.00

New KBBQ Place Alert: JOEUN K GUI, TRY NATIN + MASARAP BA?

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Open me, beautiful! Another Korean BBQ Grill adventure guys! I hope you enjoy watching and if you have restaurants recommendations for me to try, please do not hesitate to comment them down below! Check out my other unlimited Korean BBQ Grill adventures: ROMANTIC BABOY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXe-I5lDdX8 FANTASTIC BAKA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Kf0iyykl7Y

Glutaredox Review (PHILIPPINES)

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Hello everyone~ Its been a while since I last did a glutathione supplement review and finally, I am doing one!  Watch the rest of the video to find out if the GLUTAREDOX is worth the try or not. Buy Glutaredox here:

Some By Mi 30 Days Miracle Toner Review + GIVEAWAY (Philippines ONLY)

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GIVEAWAY MECHANICS: 1. Must be subscribed here on my YouTube channel 2. Follow me on my social media accounts: TWITTER : https://twitter.com/villagracita INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/villagracita 3.Comment down below DONE with your Name, Location and Twitter plus Instagram handles. I will announce the winner on August 20 via IG STORIES.

Althea Korea Welcome Kit Unboxing | Grace Villanueva

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YES PO ANG PUTI PO NG FOUNDATION KO HAHAHAHAHA SORRY NA!!! :d SHOP AT ALTHEA KOREA HERE: https://ph.althea.kr/ GET 10% OFF WITH ANY ALTHEA KOREA PURCHASE: Use code: ALTHEATURNS3 JOIN FLY ME TO KOREA CONTEST: https://bit.ly/2MC7PZx

NEW Korean BBQ Grill: My Fantastic Baka Experience!

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**PLEASE TURN ON CAPTIONS. Sabog yung audio for some of the parts because of the aircon blowing sa table namin I didn't realize until I was editing this video huhuhu. **Ang annoying ng SUPER DUPER and SOBRA ko dito hahahaha bilangin niyo if nakailan akong sabi ng words na yan lols Isa na namang food vlog for you guys and this time, I tried Fantastic Baka, newly opened Korean BBQ grill offering unlimited samgyupsal and other premium cut meats that will surely fill your yummy. Please let me know in the comments section down below any new restaurant recommendations and I will try to go there and vlog my experience for you guys :)  PS Any vlog title recommendations for food vlogs? Witty suggestions will receive a special gift from me. ;)

PAANO PUMUTI IN 7 DAYS? | SCT Gluta Kojic Ultra Soap Review

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Hi everyone! Before anything else, please note that this video was filmed first before my Crystal White skincare line review but that video was published ahead of this video because of the deadline. I tried this product for 7 days but I will continue to use it for the remaining 3 to 4 weeks. I recently went back to skin whitening and I personally feel that the month of July onwards in the best months to use skin whitening products because of the rainy season and the cold ber-months. Please let me know in the comments section down below if you have other whitening product recommendations that you want me to try out! Thank you. PRODUCT MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:  SCT Gluta Kojic Ultra Soap bought online at LAZADA for Php150.00 Disclaimer: Products that I feature here on my channel, whether sponsored or bought with my money MAY OR MAY NOT WORK for everyone.

AFFORDABLE and EFFECTIVE PAMPAPUTI ft Crystal White Skincare

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Crystal White Skin Whitening Soap Php59.00 Crystal White Skin Whitening Toner Php 99.00 Crystal White Skin Whitening Cream Php 149.00 Crystal White Skin Whitening Lotion Php 269.00

NAKAKA-DISAPPOINT?? Mamala Virgin White Deo Review

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I've been very honest and straight to the point in this video. As a fellow consumer, I don't want you to waste your hard earned money on a product that does not deliver results.  What I shared with you in this video is of MY EXPERIENCE with the product. What didn't work for me, might work on you, vice versa. If you want to still use or try the product mentioned above, no problem mamshie, choice mo yan always ;)

Snail White Whipp Soap Review PHILIPPINES

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Hello, everyone! I am back after a 2 weeks hiatus from YouTube. My June was a rollercoaster ride with a lot of things happening to me here and there. Anyways, I road tested the 'talk of the town soap' because of Kris Aquino, the SNAIL WHITE WHIPP SOAP.  If you are also interested in purchasing this product, you may shop it here: https://shopee.ph/sophiaandkalel (NOT A SPONSORED AD LOL) Let me know in the comments section down below your comments and suggestions! :)

HONEST REVIEW: KRIS AQUINO x EVER BILENA MAKEUP

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Hi everyone! In today's video, I share with you my FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW of the collaboration of Kris Aquino x Ever Bilena. I was able to get first dibs on the products thanks to BeautyMNL. Yay! Products mentioned: Kris Brow Liner and Brow Mascara in Beyond Brown Php 245.00 Kris Matic Matte Lipstick in Life Php 275.00

Boya BY-MM1 Microphone Review | PHILIPPINES

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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS Compact on-camera condenser shotgun microphone Compatible with iPhone and Android smartphones, DSLR cameras, Consumer Camcorders, PCs etc Rugged metal construction No battery required Professional furry windshield included INFO FROM: https://www.henryscameraphoto.com/Boya-BY-MM1-Universal-Cardiod-Shotgun-Microphone