I'll start off by saying that I cried like 90 percent of the time while watching the first episode of The White Princess. I am a hardcore Yorkist and my heart was totes broken at the end of The White Queen. I'm also aware of what's in store for me on this series, so it's basically pointless to wish for a happy ending. However, watching period dramas brings me so much joy, so sad endings be damned, I will have my fill of palaces, crowns and lovely gowns.

The White Princess started out with a familiar musical scoring that I half-expected King Edward IV and his Queen Elizabeth to pop out after the intro. The opening credit was high on symbolism. All the white things symbolic of the House of York were turning into the red of the House of Lancaster. In the end a Tudor rose is formed: a combination of the Lancastrian red rose petals with white Yorkist petals at the center.

With this first episode, I tried to pick up where I left off with The White Queen. After all, that one was like three or 4 years ago. To review: King Edward IV dies, there's a power struggle within the Plantagenets (House of York), Edward's younger brother Richard declares himself king and disinherits Edward's children, the princes in the tower are nowhere to be found, and finally, Henry Tudor beats Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth.

That's where the tears start to spill. It's so hard when you're on the looser's side. Ha ha.

I love the fierceness and vulnerability of Jodie Comer as Elizabeth of York. She is exactly how I'd imagine Edward IV's and Elizabeth Woodville's daughter would be. 

This is also the time to get acquainted with the other characters.

Rebecca Ferguson had a great portrayal of Elizabeth Woodville in The White Queen Series and I wish she'd come back for this new one. However, that would mean that she will have to be aged a bit so I understand the reason why production picked a different actress. What do I say? I love her regal bearing. 

We've also been given a glimpse of the young Prince Richard, Earl of Shrewsburry, one half of the Princes in the Tower, and we're given the idea that he survived, but we're not really sure if he escaped to Tournai as instructed by his mother. That's one more thing to look forward to in the coming episodes.

I was pleased to see a familiar face in this series. Caroline Goodall who played Cecily, Duchess of York came back and she is still as feisty as ever. It's no secret that she and Elizabeth Woodville have always been at odds but given their current bad situation, they are still rallying behind the House of York, albeit some of them are doing it in secret. However, Duchess Cecily was quiet upfront in saying that she does not accept Henry Tudor as king. She was also quick to remind everyone that Henry is but a descendant of servants.

"...And burn the snow from falling. I will have nothing white in England."

-Henry Tudor

I'm not really a big fan of these two . Sorry, I have my biases. ;)

It's also good to see that The White Queen herself, Elizabeth Woodville is still dabbling with magic, something that we did not hear of in the book version of The White Princess. Here she secures a strand of Lady Margaret's hair and casts a spell to "get into her head" and made her have nightmares about the princes in the tower.

Looking forward to the next episodes.

XO,

Carissa
PS. All images were screencapped by me. Credits to STARZ
Absolutely no copyright infringement intended.
I'm just fangirling. :)

This product comes in a huge white squeeze tube that contains 6.5 oz. The flip top cap closes securely and I haven't seen any leaks.

So it promises to gently clean and clean pores with its 100% Natural Extracts. It says that St. Ives is dedicated to bring the best of nature with formulas that delight the senses. Ooh, I love that! It also promises to leave the skin feeling soft and fresh. Well, let's put this one to the test!

After moistening my face with water, I just applied a pea sized  amount of product and massaged  it over my face. After doing that, I noticed that it didn't bubble up as other facial cleansers would. It feels like using a cream moisturizer for cleanser, only a lot less thicker. However, as I massaged the St. Ives Fresh  Skin Apricot Cleanser on my skin, I felt that the grime was really coming off. I massaged it for like a minute. I also loved the exfoliators because it helped with the cleansing process. After washing it off with water, I noticed that my skin felt clean, soft, and smooth. There's also no tight or dry feeling after washing it off. I noticed though that it doesn't really take off all the dirt because when I use a toner after cleansing, there's still some trace of makeup or dirt.

I know that some girls want their facial cleansers to give a minty or cool feeling after washing off. Unfortunately you won't get that feeling after washing off. You just get that soft and smooth feeling. After using this for nearly a month, I didn't get any major breakouts. Whenever I get a pimple or two, it just heals quickly.

To Sum Up
I know that there are many out there who loved the St. Ives Apricot Scrub but are now having second thoughts of purchasing it. Fret not because this St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Cleanser would also make a good choice. It cleanses the skin well and it doesn't contain the dreaded walnut shells that those ladies complained about. It makes the skin feel soft and smooth. It also contains Salicylic Acid which is always great for combating pimples and blemishes.

Product Name: St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Cleanser
Price: Php 162.00 discounted//Original Price: Php 199.00
Where I Got It: www.lazada.com.ph
Also available at: Watsons, Department Stores and other major drugstore nationwide

If you have any questions about this product, feel free to hit the comment section.
Have you tried this product or the St. Ives Apricot Scrub? Share you experience in the comment section.

Till next time!

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"For everyday kitchen use, the 13-Piece Mibacle Blade Knife Set is certainly a handy tool. Chop, slice, carve and trim with this ideal kitchen companion.

Whether its vegetables, fruits, steak or turkeys, this set takes care of everything. Consisting of 13 different blades, there is a knife for every purpose. These flash forged stainless steel blades never goes dull. The blades come with comfortable and ergonomic riveted handles. Together, they give you precision control for quick chopping, cutting, and slicing.Whip up a storm in the kitchen with the 13-Piece Mibacle Blade Knife Set!"

My Take

I honestly thought the name was Miracle Blade and not Mibacle Blade. I tried to do the Maths and for a set that has 13 pieces, each knife basically costs less that Php 30.00 (about half a dollar) and that's nothing short of a miracle. From the point of view of a non pro, I basically have no qualms about the knives. They are all quiet sharp. Here they are.

I've been wanting to own this sponge since the Beauty Blender is just way out of my budget. In truth, I am not even sure if I got an authentic one. LOL. That's one of the perils of shopping in Lazada by the way. Some sellers are selling fake stuff and claim it as authentic. But so far, so good. I still have the sponge and it really helps in flawless application of liquid foundation. It turns super soft when soaked in water and it also expands. 

Maybelline White Super Fresh Two Way Cake with SPF 34 in Honey

I have purchased the refill version of this one previously and I loved the brightening and mattifying effect that it had on my very oily skin. So when I saw the full version of it at half the original price I knew I had to have it.

St. Ives Apricot Cleanser

Price: discounted, around Php 150.00

Here's a full review of this product.

Here's a full review of this product.

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Well, that's about it.

Happy haulin' to you!

XO,

Carissa

Or that She plays catch with the waves.

I have never used my own wit on waters that took away the sand castles that I build. She does so freely, and in abundance.

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