Top 10 Tech and Lifestyle Discoveries of 2020
We can all agree at this point that 2020 was a hell of a year and got us at wit's end. As we discover different ways to deal with challenges month on month, coping mechanisms arose and enabled us to find our footing one way or another. In my case, I coped by finding ways to pursue my interests while staying safe in my home's comforts.
Enter my 2020 tech and lifestyle discoveries. These things sparked my curiosity while learning new things about my passions despite the daily struggles we faced last 2020. [Plus!] Add to that the fact that I love me some retail therapy, especially if I've been longing to get my hands on a specific item ever since!
Full disclosure before you read on: Some items listed are gifted while others were bought. Regardless, The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely mine. If I claim or appear to be experts on a specific topic or product or service area, I will only endorse products or services that I believe, based on my expertise, are worthy of such endorsement.
Love Beauty and Planet Handwash
The Love Beauty and Planet Liquid Handwash line is available in 400mL bottles for Php 290 in Lazada and Shopee nationwide.
Dyson Airwrap
I used to have my hair blow-dried for Php 500 - Php 1k per event. I'm finally glad that I bit the bullet and will be unlocking another skill these coming months–creating different styles using the Dyson Airwrap. I'm actually excited to try the beach waves hairstyle next! Comment below if you want me to create more content about the Dyson Airwrap in the near future! 😍
L’Oréal 2030 Sustainability Roadmap
Make sure to order from the official Garnier store on Shopee to have your items specially packed using eco-friendly sources and materials to reduce their overall packaging footprint.
PayMaya Bills Payment

My dad's latest favor is actually reloading his AutoSweep RFID account as he still travels to work given the current situation. This puts me at ease knowing that I can do it via the PayMaya app instead of him dropping by a 7-11 branch nearby to reload.

One can easily earn a raffle entry every time a user #ScanToPay via PayMaya QR at any partner merchant, using PayMaya-registered mobile number when buying items online, or purchasing prepaid load and other treats at the PayMaya in-app shop with a minimum of P100 purchase.
Also, every time a user pays with PayMaya, not only one can earn a raffle entry to win cash prizes, but you also get a chance to help fellow Filipinos as well. With each purchase, you are also giving a PayMayaguinaldo to help micro-entrepreneurs in underprivileged communities as PayMaya will also be donating a P1 million Grand Aguinaldo to Gawad Kalinga to help establish more resilient communities via micro-entrepreneurship around the country.
Fujifilm X-S10
Fujifilm Philippines is also now on Lazada. I suggest you stay tuned to Lazada's next sale to get a good deal!
Breville Barista Express
Kiehl's Butterstick Lip Treatment
Right before the holidays, I scored the Kiehl's Butterstick Lip Treatment in Simply Rose to prep my lips before wearing my trusty lipsticks. To my surprise, not only did my lips felt plumpy but it also left a sweet lip stain that can actually replace lip tints. Good thing I bought this variant instead of the untinted one as it allows me to wear this product instead of lip tints/lipsticks during video calls. Apart from that, this lip product has SPF 30, protecting the lips from the sun and extreme temperature.
As this is a limited-edition product, I'm actually planning on stocking up another tube because I really like wearing the Butterstick! Available for P1,250 at Lazada, I highly recommend this lip balm to cap off any skincare routine.
ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ)
Jonas, the boyfriend, kept on convincing me to switch to a Windows laptop as it has better capabilities compared to my existing MacBook Air. The day has come and he was right, I'm glad I made the switch after seven years of using a different OS.
Instax Square SQ1 Instant Camera
As an owner of the Instax Mini 25, I highly considered switching to the Instax Square SQ1 because of its simple operation. One only needs to twist the lens to turn it on and twist the lens again for selfie mode. It is a full-proof instant camera that can be used by everyone in the family!
Another thing that I admire about this camera is its Auto Exposure feature. I noticed that this unit is smarter when it comes to capturing bright photos in well-lit or dark places without the need to set up.
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