MINKY3beauty

Friday, January 7, 2011

HUGE 1 Year Blog/YouTube Anniversary Giveaway and New Channel

Hello!

I'm excited to finally announce my HUGE 1 Year Blog/YouTube Anniversary Giveaway.

I guess you could call this a Happy New Year's giveaway as well.

Everything is sponsored by me. :)

I would say that this is my biggest giveaway I've ever held so far. I'm happy to have collected these prizes and not only will I have 1 winner, or 2... but I will have 6 winners! :)

I'll show the prizes first:

First Place

1. Restoration Hardware Luxury Slippers (stuffed with real down feathers)

2. iTunes $15 giftcard

3. MAC Chromographic Pencil (from Cham Pale collection)

4. Lovely White Notebook

5. Photo album

6. Custom designed earrings made by my sister

7. Winter cute hat

8. E.L.F. (Eye Lips Face) Studio Lip Stain

More Pictures:

Pretty earrings made and designed by my sister.

Second Place

1. Dog Plush Doll from Bath and Body Works

2. Lovely White Notebook

3. Pacifica Body Butter from Sephora

4. E.L.F. Studio Lip Stain

5. Photo Album

4 Other Winners

2 Winners from YouTube comments or video responses or Blog Post

1 Winner from Facebook Page - MINKY3macaroons (iAMminky3)

1 Winner from Twitter or Blog Post

The Rules...

Everyone must be a YouTube subscriber, blog follower, or both (that would be great!)

I will be closely checking that everyone follows the rules.

Every entry will be carefully counted towards the giveaway.

YouTube

1. You must be a subscriber to my YouTube channel: MINKY3macaroons

2. You can enter only once a day. I will make sure that you keep this rule. More than one entries per day will result in comment disqualification.

3. To enter: Answer these 2 questions

-What are your New Year's Resolutions?

-What are you looking forward to for this new year?

4. Open to all my YouTube subscribers, including international subscribers!

5. If you are under the age of 18, you will need your parent's permission to enter. I will need to get your shipping address.

6. This giveaway ends on January 21, 2011 when I post (closed)
7. Favoriting and liking the video will give you another entry.

8. For extra chances of winning, post a video response video or slideshow. I prefer "live" videos, but if you choose not to show yourself through YouTube, then slideshow is fine.

-Answer the same questions like the comments' questions.

-Make sure to tell me that your video is for my giveaway and include my username: MINKY3macaroons

-Only video responses to this actual giveaway video counts. Make sure to let me know if your video has trouble being requested for video response.

-Video responses count as 20 entries!

Facebook Page

1. Please "LIKE" the page: HERE

2. Look for the post about my giveaway and comment below. I will post instructions on what to comment there.

3. Please introduce yourself if you would like or say hello! :) I like meeting new people and making new friends.

4. This is an awesome place to talk to you all since not everyone has a twitter, but most everyone has facebook (I'm assuming. ^o^)

Twitter

1. Be a twitter follower: iAMminky3

2. Say hello and let me know that you want to be entered via twitter for my giveaway.

3. RT my random posts about this giveaway and such throughout the next weeks that this giveaway is open.

4. All those will count as an entry toward the giveaway.

Blog

1. You must be a blog follower

2. Comment to this blog post about anything you would like. :) (Your New Year's resolution, your favorite 2010 memory, what you're looking forward to this year, etc.)

3. Make sure to include if you're a YouTube subscriber and let me know your username.

4. Also, make sure to include your blogspot address or something where I can track you! Plus, I love reading new blogs and this is a way for me to discover new blogs out there.

5. You may enter once a day.

6. If you would like to post about this giveaway on your blog, feel free to do so! :) It would actually be greatly appreciated. Just share the link for me and it will count as 5 entries.

Hope these rules are fairly simple!

I'm going to be busy taking care of all this, but I'm really excited and I hope you are too!

All winners must respond within 3 days after I announce the winners. I will try my best to announce the winners asap after January 21. If a winner or winner(s) don't respond within 3 days, I will automatically choose new winners.

I will announce winners through my blog, facebook, twitter, and possibly YouTube.

Thank you for reading!

GOOD LUCK! xo

Goodbye from Mr. Big!

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Lovely HD Camcorder Needs a New Home

Hello blog friends and family! ♥

I was planning on filming something today because I've got lots of time, but I'm currently sick and looking hideous. T.T It's not fun being sick at the end of my holiday break, but I'm hoping that this will pass by quickly. Actually, I feel like I'm recovering fast and this (whatever I have) is going to go away soon. ^o^

Anyways, this post is going to be pretty random in some ways.
For 2011, I'm determined to blog a lot more about the food adventures I experience in L.A. and just more random things. It's going to be fun because L.A. is filled with diverse cultures and that includes food! I'm excited to share my fun finds with you. Any food lovers out there? Raise your hand high!

So along with this, I'm saving up money to buy a nice quality camera. Currently, I own a compact digital camera that does the job well since I'm not a pro photographer at all. It amazes me when I'm with a group of people and there are some people who take a lot of photos and those photos turn out really well! I always either forget to bring my camera or take pictures with it. I guess, I've gotten reliant on the friends who take a massive number of shots. Are you one of the types of people who take lots of pictures or are you like me, someone who would rather have others take the photos? LOL I'm just curious...

One of my new goals for 2011 is to take more photos and along with this, I'm saving up to buy a better camera. Yay! However, I'm justifying myself if I find a new home for my dearly beloved HD camcorder.
Here's a picture of her:

Isn't she purrrty???

I am currently selling my full HD camcorder, which is the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG20!

It can record in full HD 1080, 60i Video (1920x1080) and to add to that, it's a dual camera/camcorder so it's both a digital camera (10 MP) and an HD camcorder in one.

It has flash options and also has 5x optical zoom.

What's nice is the portable pocket size of the camcorder.

Here are some more mod shots:

To add to that, she's a rare (limited edition) color of this model since they are currently sold out on this.

I filmed one video with this camcorder and never took it out of the box ever since so it's clean and in perfect condition.

If you are interested and want more information, please let me know! :)

Reasonable offers will be accepted.

So, I leave here with a video that I saw yesterday and made me go crazyyy.

I was somewhat of a DBSK (TVXQ) fan before, but this video is HOTT!

Talk to you all very soon! Keep on the lookout for the big giveaway post.

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Mindy's 2010 Beauty Favorites and 2011 Updates/Plan

Happy New Year everyone!

I seriously cannot believe how fast the time went by. When I look back at the past year, I feel like so much happened, yet it's all in the past and I'm glad that 2011 is a way to make a fresh new start.

When I look back at my blogging (on this blog) and my YouTube channel, I must say that there have been so many positive and supportive people who genuinely have kept encouraging me. I want to name all of those people and thank them individually, but the list would be too long. Thank you to all the new friends and kind people I've met through YouTube and blogging, who have really taken their time to reach out to me! I love you all!

For 2011..... (It feels strange typing that number!)

I'm determined to be more active on my blog and my YouTube channel. My family and friends are so supportive of this and I feel like it's a great way for me to sometimes take my mind off of the crazy things going on in my life. As a cellist and an avid performer, but a student at the same time, I find myself sometimes getting lost in my busy schedule. For this new year, I'm going to devote some more of my time here and my YouTube channel.

Speaking of which, I have decided to start a new YouTube channel and won't be updating my older channel. Further information about this will be posted in the next few days along with a HUGE giveaway for my 1-year on YouTube and this blog. :) I'm really excited to share this with you all. If you want to go on ahead and subscribe to my new channel now, that would be awesome! LOL.

http://www.youtube.com/MINKY3macaroons

I decided to compile my beauty favorites of 2010 into this blog post. (I'm going to try to find the links to where you can purchase these products if you're interested... Only if I can find them though ^o^ ) Click on the pictures as well.

Favorite Shampoo and Conditioner

Herbal Essences Hydralicious Featherweight Self Targeting Root to Tip Hair

Shampoo and Conditioner

This affordable combo did wonders for my hair. I was surprised by the great results that left my hair soft and hydrated. Prior to using this, I've suffered from dry, coarse, and damaged hair. It smells nice too!

You can purchase it on Amazon.com or at your local drugstore:

Favorite Hair Styling Product

Garnier Fructis Fiber Gum Putty

This is another affordable discovery this year. Having permed my hair, I needed something that would help keep the curls stay in place throughout the day and this product was my favorite for doing that job. It's extremely sticky though!

You can purchase this on Amazon.com or at your local drugstore:

Favorite Face Cleanser and Face Oil:

Laneige Multi-Cleanser and Laneige Moisturizing Cleansing Oil
I've recently been addicting with cleansing oils because they take off ALL the makeup on my face. I think it's really important to take off every bit of makeup on the face before going to bed at night. The Laneige cleanser and cleaning oil combo definitely does the job well and smells nice!

You can purchase this on Amazon.com (wow seriously Amazon has almost everything!):

Favorite Face Lotion/Moisturizer

Dove Deep Moisture Facial Lotion, SPF 15, Dry Skin

I've tried several facial lotions/moisturizers and this has been an old favorite. First thing's first... it doesn't break me out! It's extremely light and doesn't make my skin oily.

Buy It Here

Favorite Eyeshadow Primer

Urban Decay Primer Potion

The infamous Urban Decay Primer Potion would be my eye primer of choice. I bought the Urban Decay Primer Potion in the professional size that comes in the limited edition tube, which came out this past year (2010). Eyeshadow colors look really vibrant and last a long time with this primer. LOVE LOVE LOVE!

Favorite Eyeshadows

Urban Decay Naked Palette

This palette received so much hype this year, but I have to say that I see why it did receive so much love from people this past year. This palette is filled with so many lovely neutral shades and the color payoff is fantastic. I'm always impressed with Urban Decay eyeshadows and these shadows are worth the price!

Buy It Here

Favorite Pencil Eyeliners

Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes Liner in 0L (Black)

Although they are pricey at $17 each from Sephora or on Amazon, I find that these pencils don't smudge at all and they stick like they should all day. They're definitely worth the bucks in my opinion and if I could own all of them, I would... but I can't. I wish though! :D

This link is to purchase it from Sephora through Amazon:

or Buy It Here from Sephora

NYC Classic Brow & Liner Pencils

I know this category is for eyeliners, but I had to include this here because I love this pencil for my brows! I use the color "Sable" and it has this waxy consistency that makes my brows look well-defined and nice. I own a bunch of these pencils and different colors and I would have to say that they work fairly well as eyeliner pencils. The price is amazing as well at local drugstores ranging from ($0.93 - $0.99)

Favorite Gel Liner

MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack
Yes, the ever-so-popular MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack was my all time favorite gel liner in 2010. There was nothing to "not" like about it (if that makes sense!). This gel liner is not the cheapest at $15 from MAC, but it's cheaper than some other alternatives out there and this gel liner has great staying power. The color is not a jet-black, but I don't mind. It's worth it!

Buy It Here

Favorite Mascara

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara
I love this mascara because it really makes my short and tiny lashes appear long! The super skinny mascara comb is easy to work with getting down to the bottom of the lash to the top. I love it! I also own the Maybelline Lash Stiletto Voluptuous Mascara, but I don't love that one so much.

Check out your local drugstore or buy it from here:

Favorite Blush

MAC Powder Blush in Well Dressed
This light pink blush looks really sheer and light in the packaging, but I have to say that it gives the best and healthy glow to the cheeks! It's very pigmented and I find that it's my HG blush. Most of the time, I don't reach for any other blushes because this one has made home in my heart. It's not cheap though >.< $18.50

Buy It Here

Favorite Eye Makeup Remover

Sephora Collection FACE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover
One of my goals in 2010 was to find an eye makeup remover that would remove EVERYTHING off my eyes. This meant taking off the Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes liners (which was really tough), waterproof mascara, etc. I tried several drugstore eye makeup removers and none of them worked. Sadly, I decided to pitch in the extra money to try high-end ones. I tried Clinique's eye makeup removers, and sadly didn't work. I guess my problem was that I didn't want oily eye makeup removers. I tried the Lancome eye makeup remover and it worked well, but cost too much! Then one day, I walked into a Sephora, which wasn't my local one, and a very kind Sephora SA said this was the eye makeup remover she swore by. The price seemed reasonable (under $10) and she was insisting that I give it a try, I bought it and fell in love with it ever since.

Buy It Here

Favorite Foundation

Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation
This foundation is light/medium coverage and feels so light on the skin. I love the scent and it really gives that natural look. I also love the packaging. I'm not too crazy about the concealer on the top though. Oh and one more thing... it doesn't break me out! :) It's not so cheap though being $40+ but a little goes a long way!

Buy It Here

Favorite Face Powder

MAC Blot Powder Pressed
You may have read my review about this powder. It's definitely become my HG powder this year and I will continue to purchase this if something else doesn't amaze me as much as this powder did. LOL. If you haven't read my review on this and my comparison of this powder with MAC MSF Natural, then check it out HERE.
I find the cost to be somewhat reasonable at $22, but I guess it depends on how often you'll use this. I like to use it to set my foundation or BB cream.

Buy It Here

oh and I couldn't forget my favorite drugstore face powder:

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder
This powder is also excellent for setting foundation and getting rid of oil on the face. I love this powder so much, I have 2 backups. I'm most in love with the low price!!
Find it at your local drugstore or on Amazon:

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I feel like those are enough products at the moment, but I can totally see myself forgetting something right now and then regretting not putting it here. If I missed something, I will surely post it and let you all know!

Oh and I am still on the lookout for a great face primer (without silicone because I'm sensitive to it) and good sunscreen. I've tried so many different sunscreens this past year from high end to low end, but I've noticed that most of them break me out. T.T
If any of you have recommendations, please let me know!! It would be much appreciated!
xoxo

Good luck everyone for this upcoming year!
Happy New Year once again!

Love, Mindy

Currently Watching: Secret Garden (시크릿 가든) Korean Drama

Hello everyone!

Many of my older blog followers will know that I sometimes devote some posts to my favorite Korean dramas that I am currently watching. I know that this blog is mainly a beauty and fashion blog, but I like to change things up a little and talk about "other" things that have been interesting me.
Since I haven't done a Korean drama post in a long time, I decided to share with you all a recent/new drama that I really have been enjoying at the moment.

This drama is called Secret Garden and it features some big name actors and actresses like Hyunbin (starred in My Name is Kim Samsoon), Ha Ji Won (starred in Hwang Jin-i and Damo), Yun Sang Hyun (starred in My Fair Lady or Please Take Care of My Lady and Queen of Housewives), Kim Sarang, and Phillip Lee (this guy has a sexy voice and sexy English!).

What's interesting was that there were rumors that Janghyuk or Jay Park was going to be the leading actor. Whoa! Jay Park! Any Jay Park fans out there? To be honest, I don't think Jay Park would have fit this role, but to see Jay Park act would have been awesome. :)

I was also excited to hear that Ha Jiwon was going to be the leading actress in this drama because she is my favorite Korean actress. I've seen her act many different characters and in this drama, her character is someone that I've never seen her act before.

Anywhooo, I try to not make these posts "spoilers" or anything because that wouldn't be fun for you and me.

I am in love with the main actor, Kim Joo-won's (Hyunbin) house. He is the rich and arrogant guy in this drama and there are so many moments where I just want to smack him! He is awfully full of himself and literally has what I would call the "prince-syndrome."

Fabulous ay? (This is just a part of his amazing mansion!)

All in all, I really recommend this drama because it has the perfect mixture of humor and some drama. Oh and I have to hint that there's a fairy tale-like characteristic to this drama... such as... hint hint... a magic spell (but I don't want to ruin what that spell is so yup!). ^o^

Everyone I know who's watching this drama is loving it so far! I must also include that it has a fantastic soundtrack! Excellent soundtracks are a big plus!

I rate this drama so far an A+!

Watch a music video with one of the songs from the drama sung by Baek Ji Young! It's AMAZING!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

My First Mini Blog Sale! (UPDATED)

Hello loves!

First of all, I hope you all had a fantastic Christmas!

Just wanted to announce that I am holding my first blog sale because I will be moving again.... (more like my family will be moving) but this means that I need to clear out some of my makeup collection to save space.

I used to have a separate blog sale site at: iAMminky3blogsale.blogspot.com, but I'm considering on getting rid of it (still available though!). It's getting a little complicating taking care of two blogs at once. I think I still have to get used to it, but for now, I'll post all the items here as well!

Hello!

Thank you for checking out my blog sale.

Please make sure to read all rules before purchasing.

At the moment, I am only shipping within the United States.

1. All prices and sales are final - No Returns or Exchanges

You get items in their "as is" condition. (I will try my best to describe everything: i.e. condition, usage)

2. Shipping and handling fees are first item = $3 ~~ additional items add $0.50

If you purchase 5+, then there will shipping discount. I'll give you more details if this applies to you.

I will ship via USPS w/ a delivery confirmation number.

3. If you would like to make a purchase please contact me at iAMminky3@gmail.com

In the email, let me know:

1. What item or items you want

2. Your shipping address

3. Only PayPal gift payments are accepted. I will give you instructions on how to pay with PayPal gift if needed.

4. If PayPal payment is not received within 2 days (48 hours), the item will be available for sale again.

During those 48 hours, I will post a PENDING sign on that item.

If PayPal payment has cleared, I will put a SOLD sign.

All items are sold on a first come, first serve basis.

5. I am not responsible for any lost packages or damages that may have occurred after I've shipped them out. I will do my best to make sure all items are well-protected and nicely packaged.

If you would like your package to be insured, you will have to pay for additional insurance.

Although this sale is a small at the moment, I will continue to update because I am going to be moving again and need to downsize my collection. I'm hoping to add a few more items within this week.