More To Mica - Life & Fashion Theme Update

Just another day to strut and take ootds. Wore this bell sleeved crop top I bought on impulse almost a year ago.. yeah that long, huhu.. lol. Paired it with a white shorts from Butternut Clothing. Crop Tops & Shorts combo like always....

I had no plans to play PoGo before the app was officially released a month ago. Back in my mind I was thinking that it was overhyped, and that I'm already filled up with things to do. I'm also already playing a different mobile game so I can't add Pokemon Go to my life at that time. But then one day while on Facebook I chance upon a post... Pokemon Go was already released and now available in the Philippines. I installed the app and fast forward to me being addicted to the game and playing every time I had the chance to be out of the house.



It was then that I came to realize what was part of me back then, Gaming. Most of the people met me would probably know me as the girl who wear skirts and short shorts, pose for the camera, be vain and all. But behind all that was a little girl who first wore jeans, shirts, and had no care how she looked like, messy hair and all. And was pretty much addicted to video games. (The word addiction seems like a bad thing though, hahaha)

I remember that time I was 8 or 9 yrs old, I didn't have my own Gameboy yet... I'd wake up really early around 5-6 am just to snatch my kuya's Gameboy from his room and play Harvest Moon. When I did get my own I'd play Pokemon & Harvest Moon still. At night I'd hear the background sound playing in my head just before I go to bed. And when I was in highschool, my brother introduced me to Ragnarok and I'd play it for more than I should. That's when I started playing other online games like Flyff, Trickster, Rose Online, etc. and some I'd play til 2-3 am.



They say you won't get anything back from playing games, there isn't money in it. But does it all have to be about money? I do things that I want and make me happy. I've been blogging for almost three years and I'm not part of the blogging crew who earns thousands from their blog but why do I keep on blogging? It's because it's my passion and I'm happy doing it. Same goes with playing.

Don't get me wrong I still have a home based day job to help me fund stuff (business, blog, etc.) and keep me alive.



Yes, PoGo won't last forever and same goes with the other games I'm into right now... But as long as it's out there and I'm into the game (not just PoGo), I'll continue playing. Simply because it's a part of me already.



Whatever people comment on the things I do and love doing, it does and would affect me and hurt me sometimes but I'll just shrug it off and continue with what I'm doing because I choose to be me. Cheers!

Finally getting this amazing nose patch up on the blog! I'm not trying to give too much hype on Dewytree's Blackhead Out Nose Patch but this particular nose patch is by far (I give emphasis to the word by far) the best one I've tried. On the label, it's Hidden Zone care system solves skin problem with up close care. It contains Volcanic Ash and Charcoal that extracts clogged pores and remove blackheads clearly.



The box packaging similar as most nose patch I bought from Watsons. But what caught me was it's design nonetheless. It got me for sure...



I bought the pack from Korcosmetics during the Supersale Bazaar because Patrick had been looking for a nose patch and sadly we didn't find them at Beauty Bar when we were there... Not sure if they carry any nose patches too actually. The box, which is priced at P200, contained 10 pieces of nose patch each packed in a separate packet.



Directions were the same with all the other nose patch strip I've tried.

1. After washing face, dry hands and open packet & peel the strip off  from the transparent plastic  liner (make sure it's free of any cream, lotions & makeup).
2. Wet nose with water sufficiently and then apply the strip to moistened nose with the shiny side facing your skin. (If nose isn't wet enough, strip may not stick or may not be effective)
3. Let the strip dry on skin for around 15-20 minutes. After strip is dried, slowly and carefully peel off the strip starting at the edges, pulling toward the center. If there is residue left, rinse off with water.



Why did I say that Dewytree Blackhead Out Nose Patch is the best one by far?
Well, when I first tried a strip, I was greatly surprised with what I saw... It wasn't pleasant though.... There were so many white heads pulled out. It says blackhead but since it had charcoal in its contents it's a bit hard to spot the blackheads.



I did take pictures of the strip after use but when I shared the photo to Patrick... He said it's a bit disgusting to share. Lol. We shared the the contents of the Dewytree Blackhead Out Nose Patch, five for me and five for him. And I wonder what or how he used it but he told me he wasn't successful because there wasn't any instructions from the packet and he didn't wait for my reply before he used it... His comment was he didn't like the smell. But it was actually fine on my side, and I've used a similar strip with the same smell before. I'm pretty sure the smell came from charcoal.

Anyway, if I get a chance to spot (and have the budget for it) these on the market, I will buy again.

Who's in for some H2O? This August 27 get ready as Hydro Manila give us a music-filled story with our very own local DJs & Artists, Ely Buendia, Parokya Ni Edgar, Abra, Up Dharma Down and more.





The music festival will start at roughly 1pm and will go on til' 5 in the morning... So we gotta dance the night away! See if your favorite dj/artist will be performing on the day via the poster below. I'm also looking forward to amazing performances by surprise guests.

Last weekend I witnessed Lucky Blue Smith, Instagram's most famous male model, walk the Cool Kids District runway for Penshoppe. It was probably around 7 months ago when Penshoppe announced Lucky as their latest Ambassador. Keep scrolling and see some of my snaps that night.




I got a glimpse of Penshoppe's Rule The City pre-holiday collection that night too. You can now shop the latest basics from Penshoppe stores.




Pretty much my favorite looks in one photo. I definitely have a soft spot for monochromatic outfits and sweatshirts.



This is probably one of the loudest fashion show I've been to by far. People/Ladies were cheering at a peak the moment Lucky would walk on the runway.

Don't forget to drop by Penshoppe stores and check their latest collection. You'll surely like their fresh, monochromatic, laid-back pieces.

If there's a product you should be taking on your 20's it's collagen. In case you're looking for a collagen supplement that delivers, try the Meiji Amino Collagen. I've finished one 5000mg can and I swear I've seen visible results. I wouldn't buy one again if it it didn't do anything to my skin.

Meiji Amino Collagen is already quite popular and there are a lot of reviews you can read out there as well. So I wouldn't be surprised if some of you have heard or tried this supplement already.



Meiji Amino Collagen comes in two variants... There's the regular one and premium. The one I have here is the regular variant. The premium version is in a beautiful gold packaging containing more skin boosting ingredients that isn't included in the regular variant.

The promise of Meiji Amino Collagen is to give you softer and smoother skin. It's advertised to diminish wrinkles and dark spots plus healthy bones and joints.



Both products (can & refill) were bought and delivered by kind friends who visited Japan. I asked them to buy me one since there is a mark up of P400-P500 when you buy it here in the Philippines.




It's best to get the one in can first so you'll get the scoop that comes with it. You won't get the scoop in refills. In case, you're planning to get one I have to prepare you for its smell. Hahaha... Just to let you know I made people smell it and they all had the same reaction.. It smells off, bad... Haha. The powder came from fish so that's why it gives off a malansa (fishy) smell. Tiis-Ganda sa paginom mga bes.




The descriptions on the can were in Japanese so I went to google to search for english instructions on taking Meiji Amino Collagen. According to the internet just 1 scoop is enough. The powder is easily dissolved in either cold or hot drink. You can mix it with you're favorite beverage before going to sleep. You may drink it any time of the day, but the best time is before sleeping or on an empty stomach.




When I got used to the smell and taste (but with my nose still pinched) I'd usually just take it with plain water. Since I've just started to take the Meiji Amino Collagen again (stopped taking for a month or so because I was preparing the refill for this review) I'm back to mixing it with MILO or other types of juice.



All I have are good things for the product. Yes, even it smells terrible... You'll get used to it. Lol. I wouldn't blog about it if it's no good. I find this far more effective in giving me that glowy soft and smooth skin. There were visible effects in a few days compared to the other product I've tried. I've read from another blog that the powder isn't finely milled but I like the texture of the powder. It's pretty much fine and lightweight.. I enjoy playing and scooping it on and off.. Haha.

Reality in life... Imported products are rather expensive compared to the ones sold at it's home country. Both the can and refill only costs at around￥2,080 in Japan which is appx. P930. So if you know someone in Japan better ask them to get it for you.

In case you don't know anyone who is in Japan you can also opt to shop from Japanichi, the Meiji Amino Collagen in Can & Meiji Amino Collagen Refill is available for P1,390 each. You can also get Premium variant from Japanichi for P2,150, personally though I think you'll be fine with the just the Regular. I've spotted Meiji Amino Collagen on Lazada as well, where the prices for the Regular variant would fall from P1,290 - P2,000 (high prices were shocking though). Just note and be careful when shopping from Lazada coz' you might get something that isn't authentic so be sure to check the reviews and the seller info or something.

Another post backlog! As I've said in my previous blogpost I've been devoured by video games once again... Haha.. Anyway, sharing with you another face mask I've just tried yesterday.