LONG DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP. Does it work?

Good day everyone! My topic today is about love in its many forms but for this post specifically it is about love from a distance. I myself have experienced this several times may it be with family, friends or a special someone. But for this post I am going to focus on that special someone for I am currently in this long distance relationship thing and it has been going on for a year and a month. For several people it's only been a short time but in reality it really has been so long and I want it to end! I want the distance to end not the relationship. Has it been hard? YES! And there were many cases in where I thought this could never work out. And YES it DOES NOT WORK! It works for a short while but to stay in distance forever? It's IMPOSSIBLE! A relationship takes sacrifices and in the end of all of it, one of you will have to take that big step so you can be together. And this is where it all reveals of how much you are willing to take that big step for that certain person. There are times where you go in doubt. You will doubt yourself, you will doubt your partner, and you will doubt your relationship. Yes, this will happen, a lot of times actually, and my advise is for both of you to remember why you stepped into this situation in the first place. Reminisce on why you chose each other. Set goals and write them down. Remind each other of why this love is worth keeping and fighting for. Send each other throwback pictures of past conversations, screenshots, whatever memories you kept while you're miles away. Once you start to second guess do not worry about it. Just remember to ask yourself this: why did I step into this in the first place?

Beauty and the Beast: Tale as old as time (Piano Cover)

Hey guys! Check out my piano cover for Tale as Old as Time. This is just a beginner phase. Enjoy!

Kygo - Firestone (Live Acoustic Version) ft. Conrad Sewell

I will forever be in love with this song..

UPDATED SKIN CARE ROUTINE ON A LOW BUDGET

Hola! So here I go again updating my skin care routine. It is hard for me to stick to one product especially now that my skin is aging, I always feel the need to find a more appropriate routine. I remember reading from a magazine before that when you turn to your 20's, you should really start using anti-aging products, especially women and most especially women who are exposed to the sun and any other form of lighting during the day. As I am still starting to develop on my career, I am actually still on a low budget so I am limited to some products only. But if I had the option to use as many as products as I can I will go ahead and make another post about that so stay tuned. As of now, I am going to focus on my routine.


FACE

STEP 1: CLEANSING

When washing my face, I never use soap. Just water and Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser.

Grabbing details from their website www.cetaphil.com, it explains what the cleanser does and how it goes with all skin types.

Gentle Skin Cleanser

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is a mild, non-irritating formulation that soothes skin as it cleans. In fact, it's gentle enough for a baby's delicate skin. Designed specifically to work for all skin types, it is a simple, yet highly effective way to care for your skin.

• Our best-seller and fan favorite

• As gentle as it gets — soothes and cleanses, leaving skin smooth and soft

• Mild, soap-free formula cleanses without irritation — it won’t strip skin of its natural protective oils or emollients

• Moisturizes without leaving residue that can clog pores

• Good for special skin needs including those of rosacea-prone skin

As you can see, there are different sizes (mL) of this cleanser. This product is a bit pricey but the good thing about it is you only use a drop or two and you're good to go. For my personal use, I use the smallest one which is a 60mL bottle and this little bottle actually lasts around 3 months for me. You can either use it with or without water and for me, I usually use it with water when washing my face and without water before putting on my make up. And if you're asking, YES I do use it twice like that.

STEP 2: TONING

So what does a toner do? What it does is it actually just adds on an extra cleanser to your skin. And it does have some benefits to your skin as well so it is important still not to skip this step. The benefits are: 

- It shrinks pores

- It gives your skin the proper pH balance

- It adds a layer of protection especially from chlorine and minerals present in tap water

- It moisturizes

- It refreshes skin

- It can prevent ingrown hairs

So what product do I use as a toner? Well I'm really into natural products lately and luckily Human nature has these. 

Grabbing these information from their site linked above;

Product Description

100% Natural | For normal or sensitive skin

Does your skin react badly to everything you put on it? Don't worry, our Nourishing Face Toner has got you covered! It is 100% natural and free from harsh chemicals, synthetic preservatives and alcohol which are no-no's for sensitive skin.

Plus, it has tomato extract that keeps your skin clear, hydrated, and sting-free. But the goodness doesn’t end there. It also preps your skin for what should come next – moisturizing! The end result? Nothing but fresh, soft and breathtakingly smooth skin - so you can keep calm and fab all day!

That's right! It already acts as a moisturizer so I do skip the moisturizing part and go ahead with my makeup routine which I will post soon! So how do you apply this product? It's very easy peasy. All you need is a cotton ball. You just put a decent amount on the ball, but don't make it too wet, just enough so that the ball feels damp. I usually just use one ball, depending on how dirty my face is. And since I've already cleansed my face on the first step, I'm only going to be needing to clean the dirt that's left on my face. 

So I think you have noticed that these products do not really have anti-aging on them, and this is because the products I use that do have anti-aging are my make-up products which I'll be posting soon on my make-up routine.

BODY

Since I am on a low budget here, I usually use a product that has an all in one effect. For the skin, it is very important that you exfoliate. So, I actually found a product that helps me maintain my natural skin color plus it has papaya that helps the skin to exfoliate. This product is Gluta C Intense Whitening with Papaya Exfoliants Face and Body. Yes, it is a face and body soap but I only use it for my body.

And again grabbing from their site www.gluta-c.com are the information about this product;

The unique and powerful blend of Vitamin C and Glutathione now enriched with Papaya Exfoliants is proven to be effective in ensuring: Maximum Whitening Action. Intensely lightens dark spots, blemishes and evens out the skin tone resulting to a fairer and more radiant white. Gentle Exfoliating Papain enzymes from papaya gently lift away dead skin cells and accelerate cell renewal, revealing younger, smoother skin. It clears blemishes, dark spots for more even and lighter skin tone. Advanced Skin Nourishment These anti-oxidants progressively slow down the oxidation process which is the primary cause of aging. Helps renew damaged skin and fosters a noticeably youthful glow.Anti-Bacterial The combination of all ingredients inhibits microbial growth; keeps the skin cleaner, healthier and smelling fresh longer.  

The one thing I love about this product is it does smell incredible. It does not have a strong scent and it's not too sweet as well. Plus the vitamin C really add up to why this soap is a must for our skin.

So that sums up my skin care routine on a low budget. So the basic keys to having great skin without having to worry about budget is to stick to quality ( pricey but effective and can be used for a long time) , keep it natural; TIP: you can do home regimens as well like DIY face scrubs, masks, etc; I haven't really tried it for myself but I'll let you know once I have, and lastly, try to find a product that has an all in one effect.  And just to add on, we all have different skin types so some of these products maybe harsh to some of you or maybe not enough to some of you but if you do try this, be sure to let me know how it works out! :) I will also try to do some research on the different types of skin and what kinds of products work for each kind. Thanks for reading and have a wonderful day!