• Asian,  Beauty,  Gift Guide,  Los Angeles,  New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    New Year Goal – who doesn’t want to look youthful and glowy all the time?

    BAE: Made for You & Bae
    SIX: 6 Easy Steps for Happy Skin Everyday

    What is your absolute favorite ingredient in skincare? Bamboo Extract is THE superhero ingredient that is included in all Baesix skincare products! Baesix focus on Organic, Vegan, Botanical Superhero Ingredients are packed with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that improve your skin’s health from within.

    The superhero ingredient Bamboo does it all! It is known as one of nature’s richest source of silica; great for stimulating the production of collagen. Bamboo extract is loaded with antioxidants that combat free radicals and boasts powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties; perfect buddy for your happy skin journey.

    Bare Faced Friend – Face Wash

    Gentle Daily Regenerating Face Wash

    Happy glowy skin starts with our trusty BFF that gently cleanses and exfoliates skin without abrasives and boosts cell regeneration. The perfect way to start or end your day!

    Swipe Rite – Daily Face Swipes

    Multi Function Daily Face Swipes

    Baesix dual textured multi-tasking swipeys are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and hydrating agents that reveal dewy, glowing skin with regular use. Use them day and/or night.

    Ready, Get Set, Glo! – Brightening Antioxidant Serum

    Brightening Antioxidant Serum

    A deeply hydrating, nourishing serum that is surprisingly lightweight and fast absorbing. It contains a potent blend of antioxidants, vitamins and extracts that work harmoniously to combat signs of aging and pollution and bring out a natural lit-from-within glow from your skin.

    Keep Rollin’ – Eye Serum

    Rejuvenating Eye Serum

    A super hydrating but non greasy formula that is full of goodies for the delicate skin around the eye area. Formulated with a double dose of sodium hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid to give your peepers the hydration they deserve.

    All Day Err’ Day – Face Moisturizer SPF 35 PA+++

    HYDRATING CC FACE MOISTURIZER SPF 35 PA+++

    Baesix literally used so many organic botanicals that Baesix could hardly fit them all in! Features a one-two punch of hyaluronic acid & sodium hyaluronate to keep skin moist and happy. Formulated with SPF 35 PA+++ to help hydrate, nourish and protect skin as you slay the day.

    MAZZZK – Overnight Reviving Mask

    OVERNIGHT REVIVING MASK

    Wake Up to #Wokeuplikethis Skin. Give dull, stressed skin an overnight reboot with Baesix sleeping mask packed with antioxidants, amino acids and vitamins to intensively repair and revive your skin while you snooze.

    #Thisiseverything

    COS YOU BALLER LIKE THAT

    USE TO | Kickstart your happy skin journey
    SUITABLE FOR | All skin types
    Baesix strives to make skincare real, fuss-free and fun for all the baes. They are proudly vegan, cruelty-free, organic, inclusive and eco-responsible.
    happy skin, everyday
    Baesix believe that happy skin is the result of a combination of genetics, good lifestyle choices and discipline. Let Baesix be your bae in your happy skin
    journey with their mindfully formulated products and a fuss free daily regime. Baesix core collection is formulated to suit all skin types: focusing on hydration, repair, skin nutrition, and prevention with vegan and organic ingredients. Baesix are committed to your happy skin journey!
  • Asian,  Gift Guide,  Los Angeles,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    KAILU Is Named “Best Duvet” and “Best Luxury Comforter” by Women’s Health magazine

    Bedding fit for an emperor! Kailu uses specialized raw silk harvested from the Yangtze River Delta in villages that once outfitted emperors, local artisans infuse history and heritage into handmade bedding. Founded by EMMY-award-winning journalist and former magazine editor LiLi Tan, immerse yourself in the luxury of raw silk every night and feel like royalty. Rooted in heritage, redefined for the way we live now in comfort and style.

    Heritage Duvet Set

    Winner of Best Duvet, Women’s Health magazine Healthy Sleep Awards, 2021

    Named Best Luxury Comforter, WomensHealthMag.com 12 Best Cooling Comforters, 2021

    KAILU’s raw silk duvet is the product of old-world artisanal handcraft and modern design, resulting in a uniquely luxurious sleep experience. With an ultra-smooth feel and evenly pressured weight, our duvet is filled with fluffy raw silk that is hand stretched into blanket-size layers, stacked, and then hand stitched to prevent shifting and cold spots.

    This all-season duvet set has been thoughtfully designed for year-round comfort. It has a single or dual core, allowing you to purchase your ideal weight and easily customize your duvet for warmer or cooler months. Plus, every set comes with a washable duvet cover to ensure a long life. Experience thousands of years of heritage, all from your bed.

    Open Road Portable Throw Set

    Gift with Purchase: For a limited time, receive a mulberry silk eye mask with throw purchase.

    Make stargazing, movie nights on the sofa, hotel stays, plane travel, and even working from home more luxurious with KAILU’s three-piece set. The throw’s ultra-smooth feel and temperature-regulating features will keep you comfortable indoors and out, and the set’s compact shape and light weight make it easy to carry without taking up extra room in your luggage.

    Like KAILU Heritage Duvet, this portable throw is filled with raw silk that is hand stretched into blanket-size layers. The set includes the raw silk throw and a removable, washable cover for ultimate versatility and so that you can comfortably use it anywhere with peace of mind. Make a statement by choosing from two cover designs: white with black piping detail, or two-tone — a vintage 1950s Shanghai peony-and-bird pattern printed on vibrant emerald linen on one side, and white on the other. The set also includes a linen drawstring carrying pouch designed for global explorers and homebodies alike.

    About KAILU

    KAILU 开路 MEANS “OPEN ROAD” IN MANDARIN

    The name is inspired by Kailushen, a Chinese god (shen) who removes barriers and clears the way

    Founded in 2018, KAILU began with a simple mission: to open the road for those who are curious about the world, ready to explore new ideas and discover new experiences, and desirous of meaningful goods that benefit others and themselves. In villages that once outfitted emperors, local artisans infuse history and heritage into handmade bedding. They hope that by unveiling the traditions, they will clear the way for connections that transcend time and place, and bring us closer together.

  • Art,  Asian,  San Diego

    The 22nd San Diego Asian Film Festival Is Back!

    The San Diego Asian Film Festival is back in-theaters across San Diego County Oct 28 – Nov 6, 2021 featuring 130+ films, 20+ countries, 30+ languages! For more info or to purchase tickets, visit at sdaff.org


    Pacific Arts Movement (Pac Arts) presents the 22nd Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) from October 28 – November 6, 2021, the most comprehensive portrait of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America. The festival is back in-theaters at the Ultra Star Mission Valley with additional screenings at the San Diego Natural History Museum, Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park, and Angelika Film Center in Carmel Mountain.


    This curated lineup of films includes the best in both award-winning and cutting-edge cinema from around the world, including 22 premieres—15 West Coast premieres, 5 North American premieres, 1 US premiere, and 1 International premiere. Festival attendees will enjoy films, Q&A’s with filmmakers, and opportunities to meet cast and crew. In addition to films from the United States, the festival welcomes works from countries around the globe that showcase the diversity of Asian representation, including Argentina, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Colombia, India, Iran, Hong Kong, Japan, The Philippines, Taiwan, and South Korea.

    All-Fest Passes On Sale Now

    GET FRONT OF LINE ACCESS! ONLY 100 ALL-FEST PASSES AVAILABLE FOR SALE!

    Better than a boutonnière, buy an All-Festival Pass and get guaranteed access to 130+ films and the full festival experience for a fraction of the price!

    An All-Festival Pass is traditionally valued at over $500, but we want everyone to experience what our festival has to offer. So we price our All-Festival Pass at only $295 general ($195 for Pac Arts members)!

    Why Get an All-Fest Pass?
    GUARANTEED ACCESS* to 130+ films at all four of our venues throughout the entire 10-day festival. This includes Opening Night & Closing Night, Centerpiece, receptions, and more!

    COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM BOOKLET with detailed program notes and high-quality prints.

    FRONT-OF-LINE PRIVILEGES** to every film program and panel. No need to even wait in line for tickets.
    Simply arrive at least 15 minutes before your screening and you’ll be let into the theater before the general public.

    ACCESS TO post-film outdoor receptions.

    SUPPORT WHAT YOU LOVE. Each dollar from All-Fest Pass sales pays for venue fees, shipping, and projection costs, and keeps SDAFF bringing the very best in Asian cinema to San Diego.

  • Asian,  food,  Gift Guide,  Health,  Los Angeles,  New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    Happiness Looks Like A Delicious and Steaming Cup of Tea Shared with Mom at This Mother’s Day

    Mother’s Day is coming in a few weeks. Do you have anything in mind to surprise the most important lady in your life? What does she need? If your mom always says that she doesn’t need anything, then you should rethink the question, what is the most thing you want for your mom. For me, I want her to be healthy and happy.

    Did you know tea is good for your health? Our immune system is basically a security guard for our health. Its job is to catch the bad guys (viruses, infections, etc) before they can cause any harm to our body. Green tea, in particular, is filled with antioxidants that boost your immune strength.

    Tea is also good for mental health! Americans are plagued by stress and stress can really disrupt your mental health. Drinking tea can help in managing stress, as the Theanine that is found in green tea can help to suppress stress and acts as a relaxing agent. There is also just something so soothing about a hot cup of tea!

    Welcome to the wonderful world of authentic Malaysian tea. BOH’s story began in the year 1929, when British pioneer J.A. Russell transformed a tract of land 5,000 feet above sea level into Malaysia’s first highland tea garden. The fertile soil and abundant rainfall provided the ideal environment to grow lush and superior tea bushes to harvest, distinctive with their unique character and flavor.

    Now, after almost a century, BOH is amongst the finest tea specialists in the world, mastering the art of tea production, from tea bush to tea cup. As one of the few fully-integrated tea companies in the world, BOH grows, processes, packs and markets its own brand of authentic, home-grown, Malaysian teas.

    This Exquisite BOH Teas is an assortment of all-time favorite signature blends known for exceptional quality and distinctive character. It is the perfect gift for this upcoming Mother’s Day. The teas are grown 5,000 ft above sea level on the main mountain range of Malaysia. This special gift set contains 8 sachets of fine black Cameronian Gold Blend, herbal selection of Camomile, Peppermint & Lemon Myrtle and the exotic Seri Songket flavoured tea of Lime & Ginger and Lemon with Lime. There are 6 flavors with 8 tea bags each, totaling 48 tea bags.

    BOH Tea 6 Assorted Tea Variety Gift set

    • Cameronian Gold – The BOH Cameronian Gold Blend is a true masterpiece cultivated in Cameron Highlands from which it takes its name. Aromatic and delicate, this smooth golden blend uses only the tender shoots of the Manipuri and Rajghur jats.
    • Lemon with Mandarin – This tea is brisk and flavourful with the tangy, citric flavours of lemon and mandarin.
    • Lime & Ginger – The zest of lime combined with the spice of ginger make this a versatile infusion to be enjoyed iced or hot
    • Camomile – A quietening balm of camomile flowers, cut to release their apple-sweet scents, to soothe tired bodies and minds.
    • Peppermint – Infusion with its cooling flavour, makes a wonderful elixir to clear the mind and refresh the spirit. Peppermint is also reputed to aid digestion, making it a prefect after-meal drink.

    BOH’s core values – sustainability, respect, innovation and integrity continue to guide the company every step of the way. A cup of tea is where meaningful conversations are had and where bonds are nurtured. BOH is uncompromising in the quality of their teas as well as their dedication towards their community and employees.

    Today, BOH is a leading tea producer in Malaysia with four tea gardens; BOH Tea Garden, Fairlie and Sungei Palas in Cameron Highlands as well as Bukit Cheeding in the lowlands. BOH tea gardens span 1,200 hectares and collectively produce over 4 million kilograms of tea annually, or about 5.5 million cup of tea each day.

    To BOH, everything they do revolves around their passion for creating well-loved teas. The aroma, freshness and unique taste of BOH’s teas are a testament to the legacy left by founder J.A. Russell and to the fine art of tea making which will be enjoyed by generations to come. Use Promo Code BohLovesMoms on Amazon for a 10% off coupon from now until Mother’s day (May 9th).

  • Art,  Asian,  Las Vegas,  Los Angeles,  New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    California-Based Asian Artist Lulu Yueming Qu Using Her Art to Spread The Word of #StopAAPIHate

    No Longer Staying Silent About Anti-Asian Racism

    The reported shootings of Asian American women on Tuesday in Atlanta is an unspeakable tragedy. With hate crimes skyrocketing during the pandemic, it is so important that we stand up against anti-Asian racism and the ways in which you can help support the community. Stop AAPI Hate, a national coalition documenting and addressing anti-Asian discrimination during the pandemic, said it received nearly 3,800 self reports of anti-Asian hate incidents between March 2020 and last month. Women made up a far higher share of the reports, at 68% versus 29% for men. There is an intersectional dynamic going on that others may perceive both Asians and women and Asian women as easier targets.

    Racism against Asians or Asian-Americans didn’t start with the Covid-19 pandemic. The story of anti-Asian hate in the US is long and varied and, like most of society’s ills, can be linked back to colonialism, imperialism, and white supremacy. Enough is enough. We are no longer staying silent about anti-Asian racism.

    California base artist Lulu, who moved from China to US in 2014, she had 3 years graduate school study in FIT New York. When she lived in New York, she met and married with Ryan, an American man who respects and supports her. She moved to California with Ryan and decided to become a permanent resident in US. Asian Discrimination is always an issue and she also heard some stories from her Asian friends about the inequities to American Asian societies. After Covid-19 pandemic started, she is shocked that there are so many anti-Asian crimes are happening, in New York, in California, in almost every state of US. “We have to stand up this time. Using our voices to support Asian community in US.” She uses her Chinese painting art techniques to illustrate three paintings to unveil the Asian discrimination and spread out her voices.

     

    Phoenix – I can actually SEE you.
    Stop with the slanted-eye racist gestures.
    Different is normal. We are proud of our looks.

    Dragon – I’m not your fucking China doll.
    Stop the submissive, hypersexual and exotic stereotypes of Asian Women.
    We are not your Geisha, Dragon Ladies and Asian Baby Girls!

    There is a long history of misogyny and violence directed specifically at Asian women by men of all races. Asian-American women have long been stereotyped as sexually submissive, portrayed in popular culture as exotic “lotus blossoms” and manipulative “dragon ladies,” or as inherently superior to other women in a way that erases their individuality. 

    Tiger – I am not weak!
    Stop the desexualization of the Asian male
    We are not weak at all!

    Asians were characterized as passive, effeminate and weak. From a study, the top five stereotypes experienced by East Asian men were being good at math (79%), being good with computers (72%) and having a small penis (69%), having slanted eyes (65%), and having kung fu / martial arts skills (58%). And usually Asian men are told that they simply don’t possess the ingredients to be considered masculine or attractive. Stereotypes hurt and are not true. I have so many Asian male friends and also my dad, my cousins, they are strong, smart, positive and attractive. I agree that some of us are very good at math, and I take it as a compliment to say that we are smart. But being good at math doesn’t mean that we are not good at arts, sporting or socializing.

    RACISM is a dangerous virus can make people sick. Just like what Nelson Mandela said, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”