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December 8, 2015
From Our Readers: To the One I Love But Needs to Go
I can still remember that rainy night when I first met you. You were waiting outside the bar beside my friend and your other bandmates. As I entered the door, you smiled at me but we never had the chance to talk that night. I never thought that the man who waited for me so they can start playing is the same man who waited to be my first love.
I thought that was the last time that I would see you but after a month, we had a chance to be together in a gig. Everything happened so fast. That same day, we went on a date. We watched a movie together and we went all the way to Tagaytay just to eat bulalo. And that's how it all started.
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3 Ways You Can Properly Double Cleanse Your Face
Cleansing the face, especially after a long day, is a must and should be the very first step in every daily beauty routine. But nowadays, it's become especially important to consider double cleansing. As the name implies, this means cleansing your face twice. This becomes must when you're using sunscreen, bb creams, or heavy foundations. How exactly does it work? Well it's simple, you just need to choose from cleasing using either an oil-based cleansing oil, micellar water, or cleansing clothes for your first step then using a facial wash for your second and final step. Still not sure how it all goes? Not to worry, we show you below the proper way to double cleanse your face for smoother, clearer skin!
...5 Things You Missed Today (December 8)
Would you pay $2 to watch Ed Sheeran perform live even just for 30 seconds? We definitely would! For a prank, the singer-songwriter sat in a peep show booth (which has a bad rep in other countries!) to play for 30-seconds to paying customers—who didn't believe the whole thing. Watch what happens in this funny video below. Spoiler: One couple took the risk, and we're glad they did! (via JustJaredJr.com)
...8 Ways to Wear All Black Like the Stylish Nadine Lustre
There's no denying that the really gorgeous Nadine Lustre has grown up to be quite the style icon with all her statement looks that are both effortless and chic. Lately we've noticed that she's been rocking a classic look as her go-to outfit and it's none other than the popular all-black ensemble. Although most think it's quite easy to sport, there's actually a way to wear this outfit in order to still stand out, make a statement, and look really chic. We rounded up below 8 of Nadine's best all-black looks for style inspo and tips to making this classic ensemble looke even more interesting and unique. Enjoy, Candy Girls!
...Ask Candy: What's on Your Holiday Playlist?
Whenever the 'ber months roll around, you'll be sure to hear Christmas carols being played all over the Philippines. While there are the classic holiday tunes that we've grown up, there are also new ones we can't help but put on repeat when the Christmas season is upon us. Check out our list below and don't forget to share yours, too!
Christmas Wish by She & Him. I heard it for the first time at the mall the other day and had to find out what it was! —Sam, Editor In Chief
Britney Spears's "My Only Wish This Year." :) —Steph, Art Director
"O Holy Night" and "Pasko Na, Sinta Ko" are classic Christmas songs that always make me teary-eyed! —Angel, Managing Editor
I'm super into Carly Rae Jepsen's breathy cover of "Last Christmas." —Dyan, Entertainment and Features Editor
Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" will always be a classic. —Ning, Fashion and Beauty Assistant
"Cold December Night" by Michael Buble is my favorite! But December wont pass without Ariana Grande's "Santa Tell Me" and Justin Bieber's "All I Want for Christmas". —Bianca, Fashion and Beauty Assistant
Super obsessed with Carly Rae Jepsen's "Last Christmas"! —Macy, Web Managing Editor
Mariah's "All I Want for Christmas is You" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Sam Smith. :D Both songs just put me in the festive and sentimental mood. —Erin, Associate Web and Fashion Editor
Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas" and Britney Spears's "My Only Wish (This Year)." —Ayessa, Web Editorial Assistant
What are your fave songs to play during the holidays? Leave a message below or tweet us @candymagdotcom
December 7, 2015
From Our Readers: 10 Things I Have Known To Be True
1. Endings are inevitable—inevitably harsh, inevitably relieving, inevitably excruciating, inevitably joyous. It doesn't matter, the bottom line is its inevitability.
2. I agree that distance does not matter for two people who love each other so deeply but there will be nights when the comfort of the pillows are inadequate and the empty voids will make you feel claustrophobic. I've learned to utter these words: "I wish you were here" for approximately 178 times a day to myself, but none of these suffice to bring you closer.
...One Direction's Emotional Last Show In the US Before Their Hiatus Is Just Heartbreaking
This is it Directioners, the One Direction boys are on their way to having an extended hiatus next year. According to reports, their break will officially begin in March 2016—a year after they came to the Philippines to perform for the first time ever without ex-1D member Zayn. Just recently, the boys delivered their last live performance in America via Kiis FM's Jingle Ball, and it was an emotional time for them and their fans. Here's what went down at their bittersweet six-song set in Los Angeles recently. (via MTV.com)
...If You Love Ramen and Celebrities, This Instagram Is For You
Love ramen and celebrities? Well, why not combine them? Josh Josh Jones, the man behind the hilarious Instagram account @celebrities_in_ramen, did just that—edit photos of celebrities in photos of the noodle soup and give them hilarious captions. The Instagram account is still pretty new, but it has already gained 4,000+ followers as of press time.
So how did Josh come up with the idea? "I got pretty drunk and came up with an idea two weeks ago and then with the ensuing hangover I decided to actually do it (this is why I have so many projects all the time)," he told It's Nice That. LOL. And if you're asking why he's doing this, to that he answers, "There's really no reason why I'm doing this to be honest." You go, Josh. Meanwhile, we've rounded up 10 of our favorites from his feed to give you some LOLs to start your day with.
...8 Things to Consider Before Giving Your Ex a Second Chance
Popoy: "Why is it so easy for you to see the worst in me?"
Basha: "Why do you make it so hard for me to see the best in you?"
–John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo in A Second Chance
Let's not deny it. It's every girl's fantasy to have the same guy who broke her heart come crawling back to her on his hands and knees, begging for forgiveness. While the choice of piecing your broken relationship back together again like a twisted jigsaw puzzle is entirely up to you, there are always some very serious things to consider before doing so. Which in turn brings us to the million-dollar question: "Should I give him another chance?" You've survived the aftermath of a breakup and have pretty much sang every Taylor Swift or Adele song there is, but don't be too quick to channel your inner Popoy and Basha! Here are 8 things to consider before giving your ex a second chance.
...5 Things You Missed Today (December 7)
What do you really mean, Justin Bieber? After sharing a throwback photo of him with his ex-girlfriend and first love Selena Gomez a few days ago, the "Sorry" hitmaker is at it again. Captioned "crazy throwback," fans are now confused as to what he wants to get out of these posts. Is he a bit #jealz because Sel recently received a gift from Joe Jonas and was also rumored to have made out with Niall Horan on a date? Hmm. What do you think, Jelena fans? (via TeenVogue.com)
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