New Years Eve With My Other half : HAPPY NEW YEAR!

So it's only 2 hours left of 2015, and it's been one hell of a year. In this post, I won't bring all the good and the bad things, nor talk much about the past year at all, but I might write another post tomorrow. Right now, I just want to tell you about my great day (hahaha) and some other things!

It's been such a lazy day since we stayed up until 4 am talking and stuff, and our neighbors has been insanely loud both day and night, talking loudly, yelling, slamming things and just been noizy, so it's been hard to focus sometimes. It makes us tired but we're fixing this shit by calling people who can help. Since it's New Years Eve, we wanted it to be a calm day with nothing much to do, so we've been cuddling and taking it very easy. 

I was in pajamas until like 3 pm-ish, when Sebastian's parents came around for a visit, and I had managed to move my lazy butt and made an apple pie (which was hella delicious by the way)! We also made awesome coffee with Sebastian's new baby, his precious coffee machine... It was nice to chat with his parents and wish them a happy new year, and they are just the best parents in law one could have. 

(Sebastian whispers: "Precious... My precious..."

After that, we basically spent a couple of hours editing some work like videos, pictures, blog posts and such, just to relax and at the same time get some things done. 

Of course we had to look after and cuddle our babies as well...!

Trassel and Lotus are as cute as usual, and they keep following us around the apartment, or cuddle up next to us in bed and the couch. Today they are getting a New Years treat! Luckily, they don't seem to worried about the fireworks that are going on a little here and there outside, even if the neighbors are playing around with some in the backyard. 

Alfons and My are as chill as ever, and they don't seem too bothered about the fireworks either. They are cuddling up in their coziest corners and today Alfons was begging LOUDLY for butter as I was baking, as usual. My has been even friendlier than usual and even allowed me to take pictures of her and that makes me happy. Alfons is still the biggest cuddle beast I know. 

This years New Years dinner, just like last year, was fondue. This year it was completely vegetarian, almost vegan! Last year, I lived with my foster family (and gay dads Johan and Niklas, missing them and the foster siblings!) and we had like a huge friends/neighbors new years dinner, but this year it was just me and Sebastian (and of course the pets). It was as delicious as ever, but Sebastian was pretty scared of the fire and all, so as so many other times before, I was responsible for cooking! We had mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower and carrot rice, with some home made garlic dip and then plain creme fraiche. 

This is the 3rd New Years Eve I'm spending with my very own Sebastian, and there will be many more. I look forward to start a new year, work more, get better, start liking myself more, and I will keep appreciating everything to 100%. I'm so so lucky to be where I am now, but I won't stop climbing! I have goals to reach, and new goals to find!

Now it's time for me to begin to prepare the chocolate fountain (hehe 8D) and perhaps force Sebastian to film something with me. Alfons is right next to me, snoring like god knows what.

I hope you are having a good evening, and that you are enjoying yourself and in good company. Love you guys!

Jack

Skin Product Of The Month - Skin79 BB Cream From UNIQSO (For Pale Peeps)

Hello you cute people!

Today I have been working on something that I have wanted to do for a while. A little blog post about makeup! This time it's a certain makeup product that I decided to try recently, and I am very happy that I did!

For me, it's always hard to find makeup such as primer/foundation etc that matches my skin. I have an odd skin tone, really. I'm kind of pale, and sometimes I look almost yellow-ish. Whenever I managed to get tanned, I get a nice light, golden color, but usually I'm just pretty... pale.

Whenever I try to find a pale/light/fair foundation, it's either too dark, or it turns my skin orange. I have tried several brands and shades. I came to like Isadora Wake Up Makeup foundation in the shade "00 Fair". It just barely fit my skin tone, but with a light powder especially, it looked great.

I happened to see this on UNIQSO's website (they have several editions), and after checking up some on them, I wanted to give this one a try.

Skin 79 Super + BB Cream

It's a plastic, cylinder container, which works as a bump, and I like the design so much, it feels practical and like it could endure a lot. There are two other similar products available at UNIQSO's website. It came in a little box, when I got it in the mail, securely packed! It contains about 40 g of the BB cream. 

This BB cream is very light, as you can see on the picture below. That is why it's perfect for me who is very pale! I have to say though, that most products like these that I have used does not smell much, but this one is kind of scented like one of those moisturizing skin lotions.

I think this foundation has a strong medium to full coverage. It covers up greatly, and as I tend to get red areas, I think it fixes it up very nicely. It doesn't feel too heavy really, and I like the color it gets me, it really suits my skin type, and one of the most awesome things I have noticed so far is that I don't feel all dried up. Actually, it feels pretty fresh to wear it.

I re-read on the website, and here is what I found in the description: "While using this BB cream; skip daily moisturizing because it keeps skin hydrated. For medium-combination skin types; using primer beneath Skin79 Vital Orange BB cream may bring long-lasting & alluring sheen."

So it makes sense!

Looks where I have used this product:

Sunset Mermaid Look

(BB cream on top of CC cream)

Christmas Look of 2015 

(BB cream on top of CC cream)

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Natural look
(Foundation without CC cream)

Here are some info about what you should choose, based on your skin type :)

"Skin79 Vital Orange BB cream is recommended for people with oily & blemished skin who prefer high SPF & yellow undertones in BB cream than grey. For extreme dry skin; skin79 VIP Gold BB cream. Use Hot Pink BB cream for oily porous skin." 

These are a few of the products available, and to see more, click on this link below!

UNIQSO Skin Care/Makeup

Remember that you always can use the code "niisuke" to get 10% off your entire UNIQSO order!

I hope this was helpful if you are looking for nice well covering makeup! :)

Moving?!

I'm actually close to tears for like the millionth time now, as I'm writing this. I'm in such a mixed state really, so many emotions trying to make space for themselves inside my little meat suit.

The last couple of weeks sure have been stressful and very eventful. As usual, life gives me both the good and the bad things. Stress from various directions such as school, health and overall life situation. Some people not acting too nice and such. The school environment haven't been too good for me at all and I try to go there as much as possible, as well as studying at home. But I never feel good enough so I end up being late with everything if I even turn at all. I don't feel the motivation and my head goes blank at once when I sit down to study. I can stare at an empty paper sheet for half an hour before I get too frustrated to go on. I have tried all sort of studying methods, get help and stuff. Some things works... for while. I think it's my health and the stress that makes it so hard to focus.

One of the most stressful things is that I keep feeling lonely, and like I have a goal to reach. Like, one of them is moving in with Sebastian. After almost 2 years of looking for a home to share, it's getting frustrating. Sure, people say it's nothing to stress about and that I need to enjoy living alone. But it's not easy after so many years, knowing that this is the person you want to live with and want to marry, lives 12 hours away by train/car, and you have to spend all your money on train tickets to get there. The travel itself is stressful, and you just want to settle down somewhere and not live in a suitcase. We keep getting apartments in Stockholm, but as said before, most don't accept our economic situation.
Recently, we've been thinking about taking the step to move together, but instead of Stockholm, in Piteå. But that would mean I would have to leave school, work opportunities, friends and family behind for some time. But I have figured it should be worth it, as it is all about my health and what I want. Priorities are hard.

Getting a job haven't worked out so far as it's hard to get hired, especially if you haven't completely finished high school. It's stressful to look for 100+ jobs in a short period of times and not get a single one. I just things were a tiny bit simpler.

But today, Sebastian got accepted to get a bigger apartment, a few minutes away from where he currently lives. It would make it much easier for me to move to him and all. It sounds like the best thing to do right now. But we'll have to wait at least until February/March. Even if it means I will have to move from the city I love the most, as well as most of my close friends, I think it's the best solution for me and my health. I can still go and visit them even if the travel will be long and expensive. If I can get a job there, I will be able to save up money for things! Like travels, a new friend for the cats, our wedding, camera and filming equipment and what not.  

I have such amazing friends, and family that supports my choices and always try their hardest to help in any way possible. I can't ever thank all of them enough, just like I can't thank the online support I get enough. Everyone can really pour love allover me, and it will make me so so happy each time. 

Making big decisions are always hard. You will always wonder if you will regret yourself or not. But life is too short for regret and I have felt that feeling all too much in my life, despite only turning 20 next year. I will make sure to live by my choices and find things to enjoy everywhere, even when it's hard. Because I know I always have someone to turn to in moments of doubt. 

I will make sure to enjoy my stay with Sebastian, have fun, film, vlog, work, cuddle, help him move, have cozy anime and movie nights, cook him food and cuddle our dogs and cats a lot. 2015 has been so eventful, and it's soon coming to an end so that we can have another year to enjoy and work hard for.

Thank you for taking your time to read this little ramble.

Jack

Ao No Exorcist Rin Okumura Wig [Review]

Ao No Exorcist Rin Okumura Wig

This is the perfect wig for anyone who wants a somewhat short, good, base wig. It's a thick and healthy looking black wig, that is very easy to deal with, as it's easy to cut, and it's heat resistant, and accepts most styling products very well. It's sold as a Rin Okumura wig (although I personally think Rin has blue hair), but there's a million different character this wig would fit for, if not only to be worn daily as a casual wig! Great for bad hair days!

When I got it, it was longer, so I trimmed it like I usually do. In this case, my plan is to use it for the character Yukimura Tooru, from Aoharu X Kikanjuu, who wears glasses and has black, messy hair!

This wig so far has been very useful for me, as it's a basic, nice one. I have already figured out I can wear it for Yukkin, Zuko from Avatar, perhaps Haruka from Free! if I style it and feel like it, maybe Luca from Arcana Famiglia and a ton of different other characters, which makes it such a practical thing!

There are many good basic wigs to find at UNIQSO, along with more specific ones, and of course, a huge variety of circle lenses, makeup, kigurumis and more. So don't forget to go to their website to take a look! Use the code "Niisuke" to get 10% off your purchase!

UNIQSO.com

Have a nice day!

GRADUATION HAT DESIGN [CrownStudent]

I'm super excited about this guys!

As I'm supposed to finally GRADUATE next spring/summer, I'm beginning to prepare myself! After re-taking my second year in high school, and now struggling to end this all, I'm really trying my best despite being sick! 

In Sweden, and as it seems many other Scandinavian countries, you usually get yourself a special hat when you graduate. You may also ride around on the back of trucks and spray beer all over your town while screaming... (yay traditions!)

But there's many way to get a hat, if you want one. You can make it simple and get help from your school to order a basic, standard hat, for quite cheap. Oooor... if you feel like spending money, effort and creativity and making a hat that is completely YOU, since well you only graduate from High School once in your life, don't you?

So, I have browsed through many, many websites to see what they can offer, when it comes to styling, prize, goodies and stuff. Some companies are connected to school and will give you a discount, while some companies have different campaigns. 

So I found CrownStudent.com. When I took a look at their designing options, I was amazed by how you could change basically ANYTHING. Shape, color, material, small details, patterns, EVERYTHING. It gave you a billion different opportunities to make your hat JUST THE WAY YOU WANT IT!~

I spent probably hours on their website, playing around with what I wanted and such. I immediately fell for the fact that they have quick delivery, free shipping if I'm not mistaken, and also has this grantee that if you order the wrong size, they will help you out.  

They also sell the typical Scandinavian "student stuff" and even clothes, like college jackets, sweatpants, t-shirts and what not with student prints. They sell champagne glass which can have your name or another text on it, megaphones, whistles, flags, you name it!

When I receive my hat, and some other things that I ordered for my graduation, I will make like a big massive haul video where I will show you ALL the details, and tell you the story of how I designed my hat, but also give you a first impression on what I got. I have really high hopes on all of this, so I can barely wait to make this all happen.

I will give you a sneak peak though... ;D

If you are going to graduate any time soon, next or the year after that perhaps, then you should check out CrownStudent to see if you can make a hat that YOU want. Also, if you follow them on Facebook and Instagram, they usually have contests where you can win hats or giftcards for it. They are very generous and I hope that this will be as amazing I think it will!

See you soon!

My Luna Lovegood Wand

I got this in the mail today, and honestly, it brightened my day so so much!

I recently ordered Luna Lovegood's wand from Aliexpress, just to try it out. It was only a few dollars, so yes, it's obviously a quite cheap copy, but hey, I don't have all the money in the world and I really want to finish my cosplay...!

It came in a kinda cool box! Not the old-looking more accurate wand box, but a kinda cool and actually steady one with pictures from the movies on it. And the inside looked really nice!

So here it is! My new beloved, precious piece of magic, hehe! For such a low price, I think the looks of it and the quality, well the whole feel of it, was AMAZING. It feels firm, and looks nice. Sure, there are a couple of small flaws in the paintjob etc, but hey I paid like, 7-8$ for it. It's such a good thing for that little money. 

It's Luna's second wand, the one she got from Ollivander after her first one was confiscated by Death Eaters!

LINK: Luna Lovegood Wand

I really like the color of the wood, and the feel of it in my hand. I think it's gonna go great with my cosplay, and I honestly can't wait to collect more wands, like Lupin's, Harry's, Hermione's, Ron's and Voldemort's!

Do you guys like Harry Potter? Do you own any wands or props like this? You know any good stores that sell it? Write me a comment and tell me if you feel like it!

Thank you for reading~!

A Great Day At Mall Of Scandinavia!

Right! Last weekend I was really tired of the boring weather and the stress, so my friends Wesker and Kalle very kindly "kidnapped" me for a trip to the new huge mall that recently opened up here rather close to where I live. It's called Mall Of Scandinavia and it's kind of a big deal over here! The opening day was so chaotic and I was glad I didn't go until now... 

For that day, I wanted to dress up and I ended up looking like a Gryffindor version of Victoire Weasley! 

We had so much fun, first struggling trying to find a suitable parking lot since it was so full everywhere, and then trying to make it through the crowds to find a sushi restaurant to eat at...! These guys really spoiled me so much... with food, gifts and lots of great company and many laughs! ; u ; 

It was all so nice, and fun to know that I have such a big place available only minutes away from my apartment! Also I got a job interview at their Lush store for this upcoming Friday, which will be so so exciting!

I'm always so happy around my friends and they really lighten up everything that seems so dark and awful. I'm happy I have such friends. 

Next time, hopefully, I will remember to bring my camera so I can vlog about it!

We ended that long exciting day with pizza and watching a movie while cuddling my cats, and that was just a perfect ending for that day. We have to redo it soon! I'm so spoiled by my friendos ; u ;