Ask Tiny! - Gifts for the Bubble Tea Enthusiasts

Hi Tinies!

Some of you Londoners, especially those who enjoys bubble tea, may have noticed a new option in the Bubbleology stores: Popping Boba Gift Packs! These are currently selling at about £4 per container, and you can choose from any popping boba flavours available in store.

What I love about these is that you can mix different flavours in one container. Let's say you like having mango and lychee popping boba, you can just ask for both in one. They are also so cute, and easy to gift.

I usually have popping boba with Lipton Ice Tea, which is readily available in most supermarkets. They are, obviously, not as good as the bubble teas in store, but you can stock up on fruit syrups and green tea at home if you're adventurous and want to make your own!

Things to Keep in Mind

1. Popping Boba don't last very long, and have a week until they expire. The Bubbleology staff will write the expiry date on the side, just make sure you don't forget!

2. If gifting, these can get a bit sticky around the outside from when the staff transfer it into the container. Just wipe down with a wet cloth to get rid of the stickiness before giving it away.

3. If you are a massive fan of popping boba, these aren't the most cost effective way of keeping a stock at home. You can buy the big buckets online which are a lot cheaper in the long run. Just Google or buy on Amazon :)

Find out more information on the Official Bubbleology Website!

Rating: 9/10

Would you buy these as a gift for a friend? Let me know in the comments below!

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Ask Tiny! - Going Blonde

Hi Tinies!

What a better way to start off a new year than with a completely different hair colour. I was thinking about going for hazel brown but it turned out a lot lighter than I had expected! Normally I go for hair dyes but since Schwarzkopf Live Colour XXL was on offer, I decided to try their hair lightners instead.

It looks more auburn-y ginger at the moment, but I love it. I would definitely recommend Schwarzkopf to anyone with dark hair as it works so well. Usually, with hair dyes, I have to go for blonde and leave it in for longer as I have black hair. With hair lighteners, as they have bleach in as well, the effect is much better and quicker. The box recommended leaving the lightener in for 30 minutes, but I actually washed it off after about 15-20 minutes, otherwise my hair would have been platinum blonde! If you have long hair, I would also recommend buying 2 boxes in case you run out, it's only £4 per pack which is cheap and cheerful :)!

Rating: 10/10

Which hair colour would you go for? Would you go from dark to blonde? Let me know in the comments below!

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Tiny x

Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream

Hi Tinies!

I've been using the Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream recently, and I absolutely love it. I always find it hard to find a moisturiser that is right for me, and if you prefer hydrating moisturisers, this is definitely one that you should try. I normally have relatively dry skin, and applying this in the morning & evening helps my skin feel baby soft and hydrated.

The fragrance is pretty good, smells a lot better than some moisturisers I have used previously. Because it is fragranced, you may find that your skin is a little pink after applying it, but it should be fine for normal skin. It comes in a tub, and lasts quite a long time as well, I've been using mine for about 3 months now, and I'm not even halfway through!

Rating: 9/10

Do you have a favourite moisturiser? Let me know in the comments below :)

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Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer

Hi Tinies,

I've been using the Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer for about 2 months now, and I really like it. Believe it or not, this is the first primer I have ever tried, so I can't compare it to any others. I bought mine in Tesco, and it claims to smoothen, resurface, brighten, mattify and protect.

I think for just under £8, this primer is worth every penny. I wouldn't say it achieves all that it claims to achieve, but it definitely helps with the application of foundation. When I use this primer, I find that my makeup lasts a lot longer than without. It also smells really good, which is always an added bonus, but do try it in store first if you have very sensitive skin.

Do you have a favourite primer? Let me know in the comments below!

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Tiny x

Etude House Makeup & Skin Care Haul

Hi Tinies,

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas & New Years!

Etude House is one of Korea's most famous make up brands, and it is gaining fast popularity across Asia and the world. If you're into K-Pop or Korean culture, this brand should be very familiar to you due to the significant amount of endorsements from K-Pop idols like 2NE1 and Girls Generation.

But let's put the celebrity endorsements aside for a while and review their actual products. A few years ago, I bought 'BB Magic Cream' from Etude House, and I honestly loved it! It was one of my favourite products, and I really wanted to try more products from Etude House. Recently, I went to the store in Hong Kong and bought some makeup which also came with loads of freebies. I only recently managed to try all of them, and I think for the price I paid, it's worth it but only for certain ones.

My main goal was to pick up some foundation, as my Bourjois Healthy Mix was running low. As the store was introducing their new line, the 'Precious Mineral' collection, I decided to try their BB Cream (SPF 30) which claims to be whitening, anti-wrinkle and anti-darkening, as well as their compact Precious Minerals 'Any Cushion' Foundation (SPF 50) which I thought would be great for applying make up on-the-go. As part of their in store promotions, they also included a Baking Powder face wash, Mascara Remover & something called a 'Collagen Moistfull'.

The compact Precious Minerals Any Cushion is definitely convenient. You have a mirror inside, as well as a separator between the cushion and the foundation. I usually just lightly pat the cushion on my face to apply the foundation. The only problem with this particular foundation is that it leaves your face too powdery, which I found a bit odd as it is supposed to be foundation. After using this just twice, I'm not sure I would use it again as the finish makes me look like I've poured beige flour all over my face...

The BB Cream, however, I absolutely loved. It's almost the same as the Magic BB Cream I used before. The consistency is very light, so you don't even feel like you have anything on your face. As with most BB Creams, you also just need a small amount to cover your whole face. When you first apply it, it may seem a little too white for your face, but it does blend well after a few minutes. It's really good for light coverage as well, I only needed a little concealer to cover up larger blemishes.

Finally, I also really liked the baking powder face wash, it leaves your skin soft, and is good for getting rid of dead skin. The mascara remover also works well, and smells really good as well.

All-in-all, I'm definitely buying BB Cream from Etude House again, but I'm not sure if I will buy any more of their foundations, at least not the compact version. If you're ever in Asian countries, I would recommend visiting the store as they usually have some great promotions and you will receive a lot of freebies and samples of future products.

You can order Etude House online as well but the shipping fees might be relatively expensive. However, you can check out their products on their Official Website.

Have you ever tried Etude House makeup or skincare before? What were your experiences with it?

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Tiny x