Most of you know me as a skincare blogger, and even though I’ve always added some element of beauty related content on SimplyEm’SBlog, my blog hasn’t always…… Read more “What I eat in a day in lockdown (realistic, semi-healthy) 🥑🥯🍲”
Tag: lifestyle
Diary #18 – To make or not to make new year’s resolutions 📆
Well, this feels a little awkward. Around this time last year, didn’t I make it my new year’s resolution to be more consistent with diary entries? I…… Read more “Diary #18 – To make or not to make new year’s resolutions 📆”
[#Gifted] The Luxury Cleansing Water Free From Surfactants – Oolo
It’s about time that we take look at a luxury innovative product which doesn’t follow the product creations which are trending among the majority of Korean skincare…… Read more “[#Gifted] The Luxury Cleansing Water Free From Surfactants – Oolo”
[#Ad] The Benefits of Using Billionaire Beauty.
Over the last couple of months, I’ve been sharing with you all things concerning Billionaire Beauty – An innovative online marketplace for unused second-hand beauty products. So…… Read more “[#Ad] The Benefits of Using Billionaire Beauty.”
[#Gifted] MASK MONDAYS: JMsolution Water Luminous S.O.S Ampoule Double In Mask Review 💧
Welcome to my new weekly blog segment: “Mask Mondays”! As the title obviously suggests this blog series will specifically focus on mini sheet mask reviews. I’ve reviewed…… Read more “[#Gifted] MASK MONDAYS: JMsolution Water Luminous S.O.S Ampoule Double In Mask Review 💧”
Let’s Talk About Ways to Ease Anxiety, Stress & Sleeping Problems.
Today I’m bringing back a topic which I haven’t spoken about on SimplyEm’sBlog for some time now, and that is the subject of Mental Health. There as…… Read more “Let’s Talk About Ways to Ease Anxiety, Stress & Sleeping Problems.”
✨[Guest Post] Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Review | By Rimatcha✨
Guest blogger: Rima from Rimatcha | all things skincare. I used to have the big bottle of this essence/toner and loved it, but it took forever to…… Read more “✨[Guest Post] Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Review | By Rimatcha✨”
[#Gifted] Anxt – The Vegan Friendly Supplement for Anxiety & Stress 🌱
Anxt is a natural & vegan-friendly aid to help alleviate anxious thoughts, stress and nervousness which may occur in day-to-day life or during the night. Anxiety is…… Read more “[#Gifted] Anxt – The Vegan Friendly Supplement for Anxiety & Stress 🌱”
My Top Picks from Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™
Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™, is a reliable and affordable online shop catering to all your Korean Skincare and K-beauty needs – delivering to the…… Read more “My Top Picks from Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™”
[#Gifted] Be + Radiance Cucumber Matifying Foundation (Vegan)
I haven’t tried any vegan & cruelty-free base makeup products other than those by Revolution, until now. ‘Be + Radiance’ have a Cucumber Water Matifying Foundation (30ml)…… Read more “[#Gifted] Be + Radiance Cucumber Matifying Foundation (Vegan)”
4 Simple Ways to Boost Skin Hydration 💦 #dryskin
We all have had dry skin some time or other – whether is be our skin type all year round, for part of the year or be…… Read more “4 Simple Ways to Boost Skin Hydration 💦 #dryskin”
[#Gifted] SKINACADEMY ZERO Vegan Skincare Review 🌱💚
Today is a typical raining day in April here in London, which for me is the cosy atmosphere I like for blogging. Whilst I work on my…… Read more “[#Gifted] SKINACADEMY ZERO Vegan Skincare Review 🌱💚”
[Gifted] Some By Mi – 30 Days Miracle Toner & Serum Review 💚
Some By Mi – AHA•BHA•PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner In order to minimise the steps in your skincare routine, it’s a good idea to utilise multi-functional products…… Read more “[Gifted] Some By Mi – 30 Days Miracle Toner & Serum Review 💚”
✨Skincare Blogger Collaboration – Our recommendations✨
I wouldn’t have been as consistent with providing skincare reviews, as I have been for this length of time, if it wasn’t for the support of other…… Read more “✨Skincare Blogger Collaboration – Our recommendations✨”
I’m Average – So what?
There’s Nothing Wrong With Being Average… For most of us, regardless of where we are settled in the world, there’s unwritten expectations of us in life. Some…… Read more “I’m Average – So what?”
[RECIPE] Vegetarian Swedish-Style Meatballs (easily adaptable) 🍽️ 🇸🇪
Now when I say ‘Swedish-Style’ Meatballs, I’m using the word ‘style’ very loosely. I guess you could say this is Swedish, or supposedly IKEA, “inspired’ meatballs. I…… Read more “[RECIPE] Vegetarian Swedish-Style Meatballs (easily adaptable) 🍽️ 🇸🇪”
Diary 16 – A Week In Winter 🌧️❄️
Winter: The cosiest of seasons, bringing hot hearty dishes to the dining table, and plenty of reminiscing over previous festive seasons and reflecting of the soon to…… Read more “Diary 16 – A Week In Winter 🌧️❄️”
Diary 14 – Now it’s Summer.
It has exceeded more than a month since I wrote a diary entry… Now its Summer. Not a lot has changed in my life since my last…… Read more “Diary 14 – Now it’s Summer.”
[Ad-Gifted]: TheYeon Toning7 Radiance Liquid Cream Review 🌼
On Thursday I received TheYeon Toning7 Radiance Liquid Cream & I can already say that I’m very impressed! First of all, not often do we come across…… Read more “[Ad-Gifted]: TheYeon Toning7 Radiance Liquid Cream Review 🌼”
[AD-Gifted]: Ground Plan 24hr Secret Mist Plus Review 🕒
Until recently, I had always associated face mists with supplying a top-up of extra hydration throughout the daytime, and didn’t regard it as an essential item mainly…… Read more “[AD-Gifted]: Ground Plan 24hr Secret Mist Plus Review 🕒”
Dr G. Green Mild Up Sunscreen Review 💚
Even if you have never come across another Dr. G skincare product before, its still highly likely that you have stumbled upon this face sunscreen one way…… Read more “Dr G. Green Mild Up Sunscreen Review 💚”
[AD-Gifted]: ComoBeaute Secret Nude Intense Moisturising Care Sheet Mask Review.
A month of masking – Day 12
Diary #12 – Coffee helps ☕
I’m unsure how to describe the week just past… It’s had it’s highs, then again it’s had it’s lows just as any week for the majority of…… Read more “Diary #12 – Coffee helps ☕”
Diary #11 – ‘Get it beauty’ con & turning 24 💄🎂
Tuesday 30th April I met up with my new friend Mara for some lunch, followed by coffee. I’m sure she won’t mind me introducing you to her…… Read more “Diary #11 – ‘Get it beauty’ con & turning 24 💄🎂”
24 things I’ve learnt in 24 years.
Learning is a lifelong process: it doesn’t stop when we leave school or university, nor does it stop when we are married with children or when we…… Read more “24 things I’ve learnt in 24 years.”
Aneuken Coffee ☕
“A word is dead when it is said, some say. I say it just begins to live that day.” – Emily Dickinson (1830-1886). Along the busy street,…… Read more “Aneuken Coffee ☕”
Diary #10 – Just go for it 🙌
For the past week and a half, I wouldn’t say I’ve experienced a sudden serge in confidence, yet I’ve certainly lived by the ‘just go for it’…… Read more “Diary #10 – Just go for it 🙌”
73 Questions with Emma – Vogue Parody 💭
Happy Sunday to all! Today I bring you a slightly different blog post to you: a 73 Questions tag inspired by Vogue magazine. My Twitter pal Mari,…… Read more “73 Questions with Emma – Vogue Parody 💭”
Diary #9 – My mind is muddled.
I’d say it’s possibly surpassed a week since I have felt like writing anything. I managed to type-up a product review sometime last week, but to be…… Read more “Diary #9 – My mind is muddled.”
Diary #8 – Grey skies & rainy evenings ☔🌧️
Happy Mother’s Day too all the Mums with us today and to those who are with us in spirit. Thank you to all of those who fulfil…… Read more “Diary #8 – Grey skies & rainy evenings ☔🌧️”
What is Natto? 🥢
Natto (納豆) is a Japanese fermented soybean dish typically eaten for breakfast. Thesedays Natto is considered as a “superfood” – foods which provide multiple vitamins, healthy bacteria…… Read more “What is Natto? 🥢”
Diary #7 – Kimbab, new home & too many lattes.
This week commenced with packing the mountain of clothing which I somehow have accumulated, yet still rotate between the same four or five outfits. I’ve become fairly…… Read more “Diary #7 – Kimbab, new home & too many lattes.”
Diary #6 – Strawberries & Uplifting Giggles 🍓💻
This week has been relatively hectic in comparison to the week before. One thing I’m glad about is waking up at a sensible, decent time each morning,…… Read more “Diary #6 – Strawberries & Uplifting Giggles 🍓💻”
Diary #5 – Early Spring is here 🍃⛅
Thursday 7th March The realisation finally hit me, that we’re already one week into the third month of this year. I’m going to be 24 years old…… Read more “Diary #5 – Early Spring is here 🍃⛅”
What is Bento? 🍱
Bento (弁当) comes in endless varieties: some more traditional than some, whereas others take on a fusion theme combining dishes from multiple regions, countries or continents. Within…… Read more “What is Bento? 🍱”
Diary #4 – Soosa Sushi & Grill 🍣
Saturday 23rd February Saturday started early, well… prematurely to me at least. I woke up around 8:30am, not only because I had set my alarm for this…… Read more “Diary #4 – Soosa Sushi & Grill 🍣”
GRWM 🌸
Indubitably, I am the sort of person who religiously follows the same cosmetics routine despite being nosey for other’s morning routines: you’d think with all the hauls…… Read more “GRWM 🌸”
‘Treat yo self.’
Retail therapy: is it a bad habit to divert yourself from, or simply a chance to give yourself some gifts? I think as long as shopping for…… Read more “‘Treat yo self.’”
What I eat in a day (UK vs Korea) 🥗🥙🍙🌶️
A few days ago I was scrolling through the list of uploads on my blog, the most dominate aspect that has been playing on my mind is…… Read more “What I eat in a day (UK vs Korea) 🥗🥙🍙🌶️”
[Recipe]: Vienna Sausage Spaghetti 🍝🍴
As of late I’ve been reaching for warming, comfort dishes this Winter: pasta based meals in particular. What’s benefical about this simple recipe I’m about to share,…… Read more “[Recipe]: Vienna Sausage Spaghetti 🍝🍴”
[Recipe]: Spam & Potato, Egg Fried Rice 🍳
Until a few years ago I was dubious about whether or not to try spam: it’s far from exotic, just nothing seemed appealing about processed meat in…… Read more “[Recipe]: Spam & Potato, Egg Fried Rice 🍳”
Think before you speak.
As we exit adolescence some may feel empowered to improve one’s attitude towards life and in general alter the way we behave in order to be the…… Read more “Think before you speak.”
My Trip to Fukuoka, Japan – Day 3 (final day) 🇯🇵
Our final self-appointed mission was to find an inexpensive dessert cafe. With our return flight back to Korea not being until 8pm, we gladly were able to…… Read more “My Trip to Fukuoka, Japan – Day 3 (final day) 🇯🇵”
Diary #3 – Sweet treats🍓🍞☕
18th-20th May Weekends: for a large portion of us are days of indulgence. For some it’s a day to cast away healthy eating habits and put a…… Read more “Diary #3 – Sweet treats🍓🍞☕”
Mental Health Awareness Week 2018.
Today, Wednesday the 16th of May, marks the middle of Mental Health Awareness Week 2018 (14th-20th May). Truth be told I didn’t notice that this important week…… Read more “Mental Health Awareness Week 2018.”
My trip to Fukuoka, Japan – Day 1 🇯🇵
With any holiday whether the duration be a month or a few days, the aim is to spend time wisely and incorporate as many experiences into your…… Read more “My trip to Fukuoka, Japan – Day 1 🇯🇵”
Where to eat in South Korea #2- A Foodie Recommends 🇰🇷🥢
I’m well aware that travelling to South Korea isn’t on everyone’s Bucket lists nor is it considered a country to be incurious of. When we (Europeans and…… Read more “Where to eat in South Korea #2- A Foodie Recommends 🇰🇷🥢”
Life Update. Again?
I highly doubt that any of my regular readers noticed my absence for simplyemsblog; with this in mind a so called “life update” post isn’t essential but…… Read more “Life Update. Again?”
Cafés.
For the longest time I refrained from entering a coffee shop: I had this prejudgement that cafés were only for stylist, classy individuals who were perhaps wealthy…… Read more “Cafés.”
Is this ‘real’ news?
I admit I’m partial to a bit of celebrity gossip, but try to refrain from it unless I have absolutely nothing better to do with my time.…… Read more “Is this ‘real’ news?”
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