Thirstythought by Kryz Uy

My brain is melting.

February 25th, 2010 | 11 Comments

Aside from the fact that its 33 degrees outside, all these philosophers, numbers, filipino jargon, charts and papers are driving me crazy. I’ve been staring at them for the past ten hours deciding on whether or not I should start studying or just screw it and go to bed. I’ve done neither. Just a lot of chocolate. Damn you valentines day extras! I’m getting distracted by the idea that there isn’t anything else to do but study. How crazy is that? Oh sweet weekend….please come sooner!

Cheating proportions.

February 24th, 2010 | 27 Comments

Hello again! I’m trying so much to stop procrastinating, as i was supposed to be done studying for a test… like 3 hours ago. But…. I haven’t started! 2 more days, and I’m getting more lethargic by the minute! Whatever, not like they can fail me now. hahaha.

I’m sorry to leave you guys with another bad photo. I really think I need a new camera, or at least somewhere else to take pictures! My yellow walls are getting old and boring

Anyway, people have been asking me what my secret is to looking tall in photos. HAHA ME! Im like…5’2 (or maybe even 5’1 and 3/4′s haha) I think it’s all about the secret of proportioning what you wear.

1. LEGS

You can easily make your legs look longer by not wearing anything that cuts them into pieces (i.e. long boots, long shorts, long straps on shoes, high socks) Instead, I opt to wear shorter hems, and nude shoes (preferrably heels) because they instantly add a few more inches to your wonderful gams! I’m really petite, so it doesn’t look slutty. Just make sure your butt has full coverage, and you’re good to go! Oh, and also make sure that you’re not leaving those dreaded cellulites out in the open!

2. TORSO

Having a long torso makes you look skinnier than you really are. Unfortunately, and like the rest of the normal people out there, I wasn’t naturally endowed with this, so I have to make do with a medium sized one. The key to lengthening your torso is again, by cheating the proportions. Avoid trends that emphasize the part of your body where your torso ends. Shift or empire cut are my favorites. When a trend calls for this, however, you need to tweak it a little. For example, high waisted shorts or skirts should be placed a little lower than your waist, so that the area between the end of your bust and your waist appear longer.

I guess that’s about it! As my good friend always says, proportion is key.

Skin Care Regimen

February 23rd, 2010 | 19 Comments

Hi guys! I’m back from a lovely trip home. I’d love to tell you all about my trip, but unfortunately, I have finals to work on. Instead, as promised, I’ll finally post the list of products my skin swears by. Enjoy!

1. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream

Application Schedule: Every night as skin-hydrating facial moisturizer, after cleanser and toner.

2. Kiehl’s Nymphaea Alba UV Shield

Application Schedule: Every morning as translucent all day sunblock, after facial wash.

3. Kiehl’s Abyssine Eye Cream

Application Schedule: Every night as anti-wrinkle defense cream, after cleanser and toner.

4. Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve Lotion

Application Schedule: Every few hours as lotion, depending on dryness of hands.

5. Kiehl’s Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-free Toner

Application Schedule: Every night as toner for sensitive skin, after cleanser.

6. Shu Uemura Skin Purifier

Application Schedule: Every night as make-up remover and cleanser for sensitive skin.

7. Garnier Light Brightening Eye Roll-on

Application Schedule: Every morning as eye cream, after facial wash.

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