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5 Things to Try This Month – March 2019

In February, the Seattle area had more heavy snow days. I can still see small piles of snow in our neighborhood area every day. It’s nice to see the white snow, but I am ready to say “bye” to Winter and look forward Spring!

Below are some of the things I’d like to do while I am anticipating the arrival of Spring.


Beauty Brushes

I have many makeup brushes for applying eye shadow, because I love the colorful products that go on the eyes. However, when it comes to the foundation brush, I only have one flat brush by Chanel (which I purchased a long time ago). This is simply because I rarely use foundation. Recently I bough the Guerlain foundation, but I noticed that when I apply it with my Chanel flat foundation brush, it leaves streaks on my face. So I bought Guerlain’s Lingerie de Peau Foundation Brush (a round 360 degree brush). With this Guerlain foundation brush, my makeup looks smooth, without any streaks. (Click the image below for more information.)

Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation Brush

(Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation Brush)

Another brush I bought this month is Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Complexion brush. This brush has two sides: a large flat-top head for a flawless base and a small angled head for concealer under the eyes, and around the nose. (Click the image below for more information.)
Charlotte TilburyHollywood Complexion Brush

These two brushes are so easy to use and help me to achieve a nice, natural makeup look.


Neck Cream

I am in need for a new neck cream. After doing some research across different skincare lines, I decided to try the StriVectin-TL™ Tightening Neck Cream Plus. Over the years of looking down on my phone everyday I noticed my horizontal neck lines are getting more visible. This StriVectin neck cream claims to tighten and smooth out skin. I can’t wait to see if it makes any difference on me. (Click the image below for more information.)
StriVectin-TL™ Tightening Neck Cream Plus
(StriVectin-TL™ Tightening Neck Cream Plus)


New Lip Beauty Product

I am constantly looking for new lip products by my favorite brands. This month Dior is launching a new Addict Stellar Shine Lipstick. This lipstick is sheer and has aloe vera oil to nourish lips. I just ordered a couple of the Dior Addict Stellar Shine Lipstick in several shades and I can’t wait to try them on soon! (Click the image below for more information.)
5Things_March2019_DiorAddict Stellar Shine Lipstick
(Dior Addict Stellar Shine Lipstick)


Enjoy Vintage Wine

I bought a bottle of Long Shadow Winery’s 2006 Saggi vintage wine a few years ago. I didn’t drink it right away because I thought the vintage wine was special and meant to keep around for many years. But I realized that I really don’t need any reason to enjoy it on a regular day, so I finally opened it.
I think the 2006 Saggi tasted much better than the current 2008 Saggi. The 2006 Saggi has the dark cherry aroma and refined tannins taste of the Saggi, but it’s smooth from the first sip to the very last.
2008 Saggi by Long Shadow
(Enjoying 2008 Saggi vintage wine by Long Shadow)


Marvel Movie

I am fan of Marvel’s super hero movies (i.e. Avengers, Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor). Marvel is releasing a new movie this month, Captain Marvel, which is a new character added to the movie franchise. I am looking forward to watching the this movie and see how it will be incorporated in the movie series.
Captain Marvel Movie