Dealing with SEO

Marketing has been one of the challenges for me especially for my own blogs and for work. Some clients ask me if I know SEO and all I can say is, that I know the basics. In the past, I’ve had tasks that I know were SEO related but I haven’t really delved into this subject. I tried to start reading SEO books to help me understand, but when I encounter technical words, I tend to just shut my brain. Its one of the things that my brain just refuses to absorb. You know the feeling when you think you’re over-informed on other things and you’d just want to take a brain break? Well, that’s exactly how I feel. 

So one of the things I’m considering is getting an SEO person or SEO company to help me build my blog and my business. I wonder how this would go but I’m definitely hopeful of the results. Wish me luck!

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The Body Shop LYB Promo

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*TheBodyShop has neither paid me to promote this promo nor sent me any products to review. I am a member and would love to have others benefit from being one too. 

Happy week!

It has been a few days since I last blogged. Main reason is because we moved to another house and I don’t have an internet connection. I have a few minutes each day to check on important emails and update Plurk and Facebook, but that’s all. I can’t even do serious work because I lack the bandwidth. Tomorrow, I’m hoping to have everything changed. I will seek solution to this ailing issue and will soon (promise to myself) have it solved. Whew!

So what have I been doing beauty-wise? I still continue my old routine of trying out my Human Heart Nature goodies J and the new Avon loot I got from Phoebe Ann. But what’s keeping me really busy lately is taking care of the aesthetics of our new house. We got it in a sort of rough stage so I had to do some changes for it to be homey and cozy. At least cozy enough for my family.

We cleaned a lot the first few days, then I added some plants. There were existing plants too, and a beautiful tree that shades our front door from the sun. The house is generally raw but I love it here. This is by far, one of the best investments we’ve ever had. I can’t help feeling ecstatic waking up early in the morning. Another good thing is that it’s not so hot here as compared to our previous house which is only a few miles away. Our house stands on a hill-like part of the village and the neighbors are really awesomely kind and helpful. I couldn’t ask for anything more. They extend their helping hand on almost everything. We’re also very near a village park, where my youngest (my eldest is with my mom since he’s had chicken pox last week) spends his afternoons playing with other kids and on the playground.

I can’t wait to make more money so I can have small renovations done and invite people (family) over.

P.S. I’ll subscribe to Sun or Wi-Tribe later so my no-internet days are soon over. See you more soon!

Beautynomics Turns Four Giveaway

On recent posts, I’ve told you all that I’m into contests and giveaways. Mainly because I would want to feature beauty products, beauty sites and whatnots without having to shell out a single cent. Yes, I’m frugal like that. 

Just now, I was browsing through one of my fave beauty sites Beautynomics and I saw that she’s having a giveaway to celebrate her 4th year! And why again did I just know this now? Today’s the last day for entries! Well, because of recent personal circumstances, I haven’t had the chance to look through all the blogs that I follow. 

For all of you who are reading this entry TODAY, read through all the prizes and what you have to do to join! GOODLUCK AND MORE POWER BEAUTYNOMICS!!!!

http://www.beautynomics.com/blog/2010/02/10/beautynomics-turns-four/

Haircare
One winner gets 1 gift pack
4 Schwarzkopf Essensity Gift Packs ( includes a shampoo, conditioner, and texturizing mud ) - oh, I promise you’d love this ! They smell heavenly, the texturizing mud is the best I’ve tried so far - instantly makes your hair looks soft. Like naturally soft.

Fragrance
1 bottle of CK Euphoria perfume - as a CK loyalist, this is definitely an amazing addition to the CK fragrance line - the king of fragrances!
1 bottle of Kenneth Cole Black perfume - too yummy to resist. I’m so tempted to keep this to myself to give to my beau!

Skin Care Loot
( 1 winner for each item )
1 pc PCASkin C-Quench Antioxidant Serum
1 pc. Sunforgettable Perfecly Clear Retractable Brush
1 pc. Obagi Sunblock
1 pc. Colorescience Tote Bag
1 pc. Glytone Facial Wash
3 pcs. of House of Obagi Gift Certificates worth P 1,000 each

Cosmetics
Three sets of Avon Cosmetics gift pack - 1 Eyeshadow Quad, 1 Avon Glazewear Lipstick, 1 Supershock Mascara or Curlacious Mascara
Three sets of Charm Makeup Brush Set that consists of Dual Fibre brush, 2 eyeshadow brushes, and 1 concealer brush

Wow, that’s right, a total of twenty ( 20 ) prizes! There’s definitely alot for everyone! Now, what to do to win? Quite easy, I promise,

We are having this contest open for Philippine readers of Beautynomics. To qualify for the giveaway, I need your love. Link love, that is!

Do the following,
1.Add me on Twitter ( http://www.twitter.com/sophiedoodles )
2.Add me on Facebook ( though I am still fixing this )
3. Link me up your blogroll
4. Blog about this contest
5. Retweet this contest ( “Beautynomics Turns Four Giveaway! )
6. Leave a comment here on what features you’d like me to write about. I’ll respond with an entry, if I can do it. I promise!

 

Makeover Project #1

A few hours ago, I played Barbie with my househelp. Not what you’re thinking though. We weren’t playing with the dolls, but rather, I was doing their makeup. I have always been commended for a job well done on my own face but I haven’t tried to put makeup on others. Not professionally. Today, I had the chance to practice.

Despite my asthma and colds, I went with my yaya to pick her shade and what suits her. When we got home, they (my yaya and my mom’s) asked me to put the makeup on their faces so they can pose and have their picture taken. Look at their before and after pictures. 

BEFORE:

AFTER :

THE EYES :

So, how do you find it? ;P Please be gentle. They’re my first

Beauty Giveaway 2

Yes, another contest!!!!

http://www.shanghainesedumpling.com/?p=4464

This is what you’ll get :

1.) Vitacreme B12 Regenerative Cream and the newly developed luxurious Vitacreme B12 Anti-Aging Serum. You can’t buy this anywhere just yet. 

2. ) Mickey Mouse Iriver MP3 player 2GB, you have 4 colours to choose from.

Product Review : The Body Shop Olive Body Butter and Body Scrub

I love love love The Body Shop and I super super super love their Olive products! Not only do they smell nice but olive is really good for your skin. Its a natural antioxidant and 

Olive oil is supposed to be a natural skin care remedy. It can be used all over the body on your skin and can prove to be a healthy, natural and soothing solution to skin care needs. 

 I first learned of the olive variant of The Body Shop from my mom. Years ago, she bought (and started using) Olive Dry Oil Mist and I really liked how it smelled. A few weeks ago, I went shop crazy and bought a couple of products from The Body Shop.

As soon as I used the scrub, I noticed that my skin went a little lighter, maybe because of all the dirt that used to be on my skin, is now all gone. Then I went ahead and washed it and used the body butter. I’ve always thought that body butters are greasy and sticky. But it was not the case with The Body Shop body butter. The feel was kinda like the usual lotion at first but became velvety after. 

I’ve been using both for about 2 months now, and so far, I like them both. I would recommend that you try it too. 

Product Review : Encarnacion Hair Moisturizer

A few weeks ago, I had my hair rebonded at CUT salon by the Encarnacion Group of Salons. It was not a pretty sight after. But that’s for another post.  

I bought their Hair Moisturizer (don’t worry, it wasn’t hardsell. I really asked for it) since I had a feeling that the outcome of the rebonding session was far from great. They gave me free ProV capsules so I can mix it in the moisturizer. Sad to say, it was, same as their rebonding, unsatisfactory. It didn’t do much for my hair. I did not notice any change. Price was okay though at 125php for 250ml. I compared it to the conditioner I bought at Subic Duty Free for $1, and that conditioner works better. Smells better too. This moisturizer has an apple scent but is not too strong. 

Here are pictures of the moisturizer, what it looks like (it’s cream based btw) and the ProV capsules they gave me :

Human Heart Nature Facial Scrub - Super Fruits and Black Rice

  I finally tried one of the products I’m selling. And this one’s the Facial Scrub Super Fruits and Black Rice. I’m not such a fan of facial cleansers, toners or scrubs. Just a few have worked but I preferred to have my own way - which is to just wash my face with water, nothing else. Yep, just water. 

I have super sensitive skin that even the mildest of soaps could put blotches on it right after washing. Don’t know why. I never really tried to find out since it saves me a lot of money. Hihi. 

And now that I have my beauty biz, I wanted to try out the stuff so I can better sell them, based on my experiences first-hand. 

So what did this Facial Scrub do for my face?

I felt that I needed to cleanse my face since its super humid and my next-door neighbor’s house is being renovated, thus the dirt. With humid air! 

I put a small amount on my hands and the consistency is more fluid than normal scrubs. Also, the grains are bigger and uneven. I think this is because its sooo natural that the feel was like you were holding (a more) lotion with bits and pieces of  black rice.

The after-feel is refreshing. Feels like menthol but doesn’t smell like one. The smell? Mmm.. i think it smells like rice! Haha. No funky smell, don’t worry

Here’s a pic of my cheeks with the scrub :

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Human Heart Nature Haul

I recently ventured into another business. (Yes, I like to sell) Healthy Organix. I sell Human Heart Nature products. The all organic, all natural beauty products that are 100% made in the Philippines. 

In line with selling, I must also try each and every one so I can better sell and market them. I’m all for natural and no harsh chemicals anyway. 

Face Shop Nail Polish

Ever since my mom-in-law introduced me to Face Shop, I got addicted to their nail polishes. To tell you frankly, I can’t polish my nails well. It’s either bubbles form, has rough surface or uneven coating. I still prefer going to nail salons, but most of their colors are either cheap-looking or looks dried out. I’ve recently learned thatI can bring my own polishes. Yay!