Obsessing over Ballerina Sneakers

Should I go for it? Have you ever heard of ballerina sneakers? I know I do because I see it all over my feed.

I remember liking these type of shoes when I was younger but I am not a ballerina and nor can I afford them. However, the tides have changed! Now they even made it in sneakers form which means it should be comfy right? Like, a cute shoes made for walking, finally?!

I find Puma a bit over my budget, a little more search and I have landed with Agsdon ballerina sneakers and a Vietnamese brand called Naga shoes.

I am also torn with beige, silver or pink ballerina sneakers. The adult in me says go beige though haha. It seems to be easier to mix and match.

Agsdon ballerina sneakers

Agsdon ballerina sneakers

Looks cute right?

💕~ 
I might give in to ballerina sneakers, who knows? The next Lazada and Shopee sale are just around the corner.

Do share your purchase plans or something you’ve been obsessing with lately?



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Welcome 2026!

Hello world! It has been so long since my last post and January is almost ending. Is it just me or the first month seems to be always the longest? 

Besides my 9 to 5 I am also busy with my other extra curricular activities such as drawing and investing. I have also started listening to audio books while I can’t read the actual books yet. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with how much I am trying to accomplish but this is also how I am only able to feel satisfied and productive. Anyone else who self-diagnosed themselves with ADHD? 

I plan to make a new habit of posting here on a schedule. Not just about beauty but anything under the sun. Although honestly, I feel like the social media world has beauty reviews all covered, but sometimes I personally prefer something slower and more peaceful myself when I’m looking for feedback. So I figured there could still be other people like me too? Well let’s find out when I give life to this blog again on the succeeding weeks.

I hope you’re all safe and glowing. Let us tackle the year with vigor and purpose!

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Review: Ortiz Vitamin C Skin Care Set

Ortiz Vitamin C Skin Care Set was recommended to me by one of Ortiz Clinic's dermatologist. I was unfortunately suffering from a bad breakout when I went in for a C02 laser treatment. I don't want to buy it initially as my skin doesn't react well to vitamin c but since my dermatologist insisted I have decided to give it a go.

What is it? 

Ortiz Vitamin C Skin Care Set

[Reverse Aging Set]

Moisturizing, Whitening Anti-Aging

Reduces the appearance of discoloration, resulting in reduced hyperpigmentation.

Packaging
It came in a really posh paper bag and a box. The plastic packaging of all 3 products doesn't feel flimsy at all. It's solid plastic with gold accent. Talk about bougie looking.

Experience
Okay so for the Ortiz Vitamin C Skin Care Set I want to break down my review per product.

VITAMIN C CLEANSER

It does not lather up much. Lightly scented of tangerines. I am not sure if it does cleanse well like the other cleansers I use. 

VITAMIN C SERUM 

I was looking forward to this but it feels like a normal serum. It's scentless and doesn't sting. It is not sticky and seems to be absorbed well.

VITAMIN C WHITENING CREAM.

Smells faintly like a tangerine. A bit thick and gives a luxurious feeling when applied. It applies thinly.

I use this 24 hours after my laser treatment. It was okay. It doesn't sting despite the peeling.

Altogether this gave me a glowing look initially. After the full peeling (around 5 days after the laser treatment) I kept on using the set but the breakouts did not stop. I cont

How much and where to buy?

P3999

What I love

• Brighten ups my face
• Makes my skin soft

What I don't

• Breaks me out
• Tiny bumps
• Steep price

Will I repurchase? 
No

Overall~ 
Ortiz Vitamin C Skin Care Set is not a good buy to be honest because of the cons. As much as I would like to repurchase, Vitamin C just don't work on my skin. I shouldn't have been persuaded to get it but anyhow this is a good learning experience to say no because I know my skin better.

  *I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc.please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)com
Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated
 

Sign of life: August

Just a random Friday morning and I felt like blogging. I am so into work nowadays (and who is not?!) Well it is pretty chilly and it is kinda relaxing.

I realized I bought a lot of things from yesterday's Lazada sale. It is such a waste not to review anything at all. I noticed how inauthentic reviews are in the shopping platforms and so does in Tiktok. It is so confusing yet it can't be helped. If it works for the brand and them. But sometimes it gets so tiring to sort those real from the fake reviews. I mean seriously. Of course the results of a product varies from one to another but there is no need to hype anything up because sooner or later someone will figure out what's up.

Is there a need for me to post honest reviews in Tiktok too? That is what I am wondering about. Will I have the time to be consistent? Well that is another question.

  *I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc.please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)com
Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated
 

June 2024: Half of the year is almost over!

The month of May has been really fruitful for me in terms of freelancing because I kept on getting offers. I feel like it was my luckiest month!

I am so excited to know what June has in store for me. I also wanna share that a new SM has opened near our place so it is so much easier to get a breather in case we want to eat good food on a weekend!

Also, I have started this month with a pilates routine from Madeleine Abeid.

I am trying to build a routine for my well being. My waist is at 28 right now and I hope to improve it with pilates!

Today, I've ordered another set of S&R Pizzas, my current favorite! They have a promo for Father's Day but I still remember their Mother's Day special which includes Pesto Shrimp pizza which became our instant favorite.

I have changed up my skincare routine to include more probiotics with The Face Shop Rice Toner. It works in brightening up my face and it doesn't sting! 

I am looking forward to posting blogs and a few reviews here and there the whole month! Crossing fingers that I'd be able to, but I am hoping that I can at least create something I will be consistent with.

Anyway, have a great start of June everyone!

  *I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc.please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)com
Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated