Many of us know the feeling of entering a public restroom only to find there’s no toilet paper, or it’s placed outside and we forget to grab some in a rush. I’m not a fan of using toilet paper that others have touched, so I always prefer bringing my own just in case of an emergency. The brand I’ve always used is Sunicare, as we each have our own preferences, especially when it comes to sensitivity. Carmina discovered that Sunicare Philippines  offers a handy pack bathroom tissue with 60 pulls per pack , sold for 78.00 pesos ($1.32) each, excluding shipping and handling. You can also keep this in your car’s glove compartment, just in case you or other family members need it. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on the subscribe button fore more videos. Thank you for the support.

Many of us don’t usually wear formal shoes, so when invited to a formal occasion, we worry about whether we’ll be able to walk comfortably in them. Carmina started looking for formal shoes because the wedding motif required beige, but she didn’t have any in that color. She tried on shoes in some stores in the Philippines, but they were a bit too big and slipped off when she walked. With sensitive feet and a bunion , Carmina decided to check online, reading reviews from others with the same issue. She eventually found a store through TikTok Online Philippines . The store is  Orthorest Shoes  won't believe the price is reasonable those on a budget.  Carmina bought her Ortho Rest Women’s Bunion Shoes , orthopedic slip-on comfortable loafers with low heels, for 1,019.00 pesos ($17.27), excluding shipping and handling. Your new pair of shoes came with a free heel cushion . NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button...

Sometimes when you spend too much time watching other people’s TikTok videos, you stumble upon something you actually need. Carmina was running out of shampoo and conditioner when I saw a trending product called  Khaokho Talaypu from Thailand, known for helping with hair problems. Since I have frizzy hair and usually go for products with coconut, I was immediately interested. I looked for a shampoo and conditioner set and found one for 469.00 pesos ($7.95), not including shipping and handling, with a 40% discount. I also checked reviews before buying, and they were all positive. It’s always important to do your own research before trusting what people say. I’ll be trying the product myself and will share my experience before officially recommending it. Carmina followed the instructions on the shampoo and conditioner for her hair, and after a few hours, I blow-dried mine. It felt soft and returned to its natural texture without any frizz, which had been my problem before. The sme...

Carmina bought some wooden hangers for a family member who needed them for their closet. After browsing online for a reasonably priced set, she found one at ARAN RTW SHOP  Online TikTok Philippines . The hangers come in two colors, light brown or dark brown, and cost 280.00 pesos ($4.75) excluding shipping and handling. Delivery was quick, with the Adult Elegant Wooden Hangers securely packed in bubble wrap inside a box. Anyone in the Philippines looking to organize their clothes with wooden hangers can check out this store. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the support.

Where to purchase the inner top for wearing a Filipinana bolero is another question that came in mind yet so many options depending on what you feel comfortable wearing. Some people prefer wearing a camisole inside or tank top however need to have the same type of material wearing a formal outfit. Of course, it really depends on what you feel comfortable to wear the full outfit when attending a formal occasion. Sayou.ph  Online Shopee Philippines is where I have been purchasing my silk camisole it comes in different colors with sizes checking the measurements suit for your size. This is my third time purchasing from Sayou.ph since last time had color navy blue , black and champagne. The price of the navy-blue camisole was 405.00 pesos ($6.86) not including shipping and handling. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the support.

Every time we get invited to attend a formal party which has been happening for Carmina. It has been difficult to find out each venue what their motif since each occasion is has been different what they don't want their guests to wear. After shopping in Tutuban divisoria Carmina was able to find a store that can customized to your size if you see something that is displayed at their store for example saw a bolero that was designed for people who was slim and prefer short bolero. Carmina asked if the bolero can be a little bit longer to fit my size and body frame. The salesperson took my measurements and requested to have a zipper skirt since last time attended a wedding was having a difficult time have a skirt that just needed to be tied. I was worried it might get untied and placed a safety pin when attended a wedding the month of January. R & E Bridal House and Barong  will ask a deposit from you if you're making something customized. They also have a choice of zipper ...

It has been over a month when Becky and Carmina had always wanted to do a spa together. Becky started working at the call center body gets painful. Carmina used to get her home service massage from Mary Ann since she had moved back to Davao had to find someone else. At first Becky wanted to go to a spa where just walk into a place yet the prices, we're different while searching online depending what type of services you prefer. Carmina had suggested to get a home service massage can take place at my home this way Becky can just come over on her day off. Carmina started looking at Facebook and came across popping on her feeds Luxury Touch Spa Home Service Massage  began inquiring how much would it cost and if they do home service in my area. I was given the kind of services and forward it to Becky for her decide which one she prefer with different price range. Becky just kept saying wanted the 1k, yet I kept asking what type of massage based on her 1,000 pesos. Two weeks later Bec...

While traveling around the world, the family visited the Philippines and decided to combine a double birthday dinner with James. In our chat group, we discussed which restaurants we’d like to dine at, and Mom Violy has been eager to try the all-you-can-eat lobster her best friend recommended at Solaire. Carmina took charge of making the reservation through Solaire's Resort  website and asked the family which seating time they preferred, choosing between two options with different time frames. Carmina registered it under Mom Violy's name and phone number. She received an email for our confirmation, and a week beforehand, a reminder was sent to Mom Violy's mobile to confirm if we were going ahead or not. Carmina replied to the SMS since Mom Violy wasn’t sure how to do it. We were told to arrive fifteen minutes before our scheduled entry time, which was 5:30 p.m. on February 12, 2026. When we arrived, we were informed we couldn’t enter the dining area until exactly 5:30 p.m...

Mom Violy forwards a picture she saw online to Carmina a shoe rack stool cabinet . Carmina sent to Mom Violy found they have the one she was looking for at  INSLIFE  Online Shopee Philippines for 878.00 pesos ($14.88) not including shipping and handling. Carmina asked Mom Violy what color she would like for the cushion choice was white, grey and brown. There was also a choice of measurements sending it to Mom Violy decided to see which one she prefers for her home. Carmina had ordered it the next day it had arrived asking for cash on delivery the service is very fast. Only problem is that there were no instructions in the box Carmina had message the seller how will she assemble all the pieces on the shoe rack. I just looked at the photo that was from the seller going based how to assemble everything together counting all the pieces to make sure it was complete. The seller sent me the video when almost completely done when check there was no holes on the cushion since the scre...

Mom Violy had been wanting to dine at Tapenade , a place that brought back memories of her visit seven years ago. This time, she made a reservation to enjoy Mediterranean dishes in celebration of Carmina’s birthday. Carmina didn’t get to choose where to eat, as Mom Violy usually follows her own cravings. While browsing the menu, Mom Violy couldn’t recall what she had ordered all those years ago. Shocked by the prices, she pondered her options, still unable to remember the dish she once had. In the end, she decided to order the Gambas Al Ajello as an appetizer, while Carmina chose the Norwegian Salmon. Family membered ordered the following: Fried Calamari Croquetas De Pollo Y Trufa   Rigatoni Bolognese  Spaghetti Alla Gracia   Mom Violy got to sample our meals, figure out which ones she liked best, and even take some leftovers home. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the su...

Since last year, Mom Violy and Carmina had been wanting to try the much-talked-about  Bebang's Halo-Halo , but even when we passed by, the timing was never right. Mom Violy kept saying she’d wait until a branch opened closer to us. Then Becky told Carmina there was one along her commute route to work. The best part was that the Tomas Morato branch in Quezon City had just opened. When we arrived at CTTM Square , we found plenty of restaurants on the second floor. While checking the menu, we let the customers behind us order first. Mom Violy asked them for recommendations, and they suggested the Presidential for first timers. Unlike other places, Bebang’s Halo-Halo doesn’t have size options—everything comes in a standard size, making ordering easier. Seniors and PWDs get a discount per order, and you’re given something that lights up when your halo-halo is ready for pickup. Service was quick, so the wait wasn’t long at all. Each order comes in its own green plastic bag with a table...

  Those who have visited Japan know how much they can miss Hokkaido ice cream . But you don’t need to fly to Japan to enjoy it—there’s a spot in Greenhill's , in the new GH area extension , where you can get it. Just find Yabu House of Katsu , and outside there’s a walk-up counter where you can line up and order your ice cream. The prices are reasonable for the chocolate crumble sundae is 150.00 pesos ($2.54). Carmina had ordered the Kuromitsu Boba Sundae for 170.00 pesos ($2.88). Everyone enjoyed their ice cream, with no long wait since it’s prepared right away. The Hokkaido ice cream isn’t too sweet, making you want more every time you shop at Greenhill’s Shopping Center. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the support.

After coming back from our Iloilo vacation Mom Violy was telling Carmina she had liked the biscotto and would like to know where to purchase it online. Carmina found  Iloilo's Best  Online Shopee Philippines that sells in variety of sets to choose from individual, two sets or three sets for a different price. Carmina had informed Mom Violy might as well get the set rather paying individual since she wanted three pieces paying the price of 429.00 pesos ($7.27) not including shipping and handling. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my channel @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the support.

Every day, I would join Lyn’s livestream after being active and chatting with others who were also watching. Lyn once advised us to premiere long videos since they count toward public watch hours, just like livestreams. She suggested they be over ten minutes, but to me, that felt too short premieres felt more like livestreams where you entertain viewers for one, two, or even three hours straight. Recently, while on vacation, I decided to try my first premiere since my video was an hour and thirty-six minutes long. At first, I was nervous as a newbie, unsure if it was the right move, but sometimes you have to step out of your comfort zone to see what might help with YouTube watch hours . Carmina joined her friend's livestream to announce an upcoming premiere on Tuesday, January 13, Philippine time , since many viewers are in different time zones. It’s common during livestreams for the host to make such announcements and pin them so other viewers can turn on notifications and subscr...

Mom Violy, Tita Edna and Carmina have never been to Iloilo . Tita Edna suggested using her Philippine Airlines mileage to deduct 9,000 miles for a round trip to Iloilo and pay taxes of about 3,000 pesos ($50.85). Mom Violy and Carmina decided to do the same. Two weeks later, we learned Bacolod was recently hit by a typhoon, leaving fewer places to visit, so we changed our plans to stay in Iloilo, paying an additional 2,057 pesos ($34.86) for January 6–9, with Tita Edna leaving one day earlier on January 8, 2026.  Tita Edna told us that she has a friend Beth who can pick us up from the airport. Uniparentally plans had changed since her friend Beth and son could no longer tour us around, we decided to find ways to get around hire someone else. Jerson had picked us from One Madison Place where we had stayed during our vacation with the hours Mom Violy had requested. The first day we went to drive one hour and thirty minutes to reach  Miagao Church . We drove to our next destin...

Recently, Tito Boni visited Iloilo and suggested Cloud's Staycation Iloilo , which had a promo rate of 1,800 pesos ($30.51) per night for two people, plus 500 pesos ($8.47) for each extra guest. Carmina booked and paid a 50% deposit through the given payment method.  On the day we leave for Manila, we’ll have the location of where we’re staying along with directions. When we arrived at One Madison Place , we discovered it was actually a condo with a rented-out unit. In unit 4U, there was only one bed, and the so-called “second bed” was just an attached extension, not the two proper beds you’d expect. The bathroom was a letdown—the toilet wouldn’t flush, and the seat was detached and wobbly, which was worrying since we had two seniors with us. There were no basic amenities like extra sheets, towels, or toilet paper. After complaining, someone came to fix the toilet, but the seat stayed unstable. The shower head was rusty, making it unpleasant to use, and the balcony door wouldn’t ...