Mai Porras, Author at ModernFilipina.ph

Forever MLBB: Nude Lipsticks for Every Outfit

February 22, 2018

Celebs like Kim K have finessed the My Lips But Better (MLBB) look so expertly, that on them, it looks timeless — even borderline seductive. Nude lips are so versatile, they’re everywhere, from your favorit...

Valentines Hugot: Best Love Advice (That Actually Worked)

Mai Porras

February 6, 2018

Dating & Singlehood, Love & Commitment, Relationships

Love doesn't come with a manual.But most times, it’s not really a playbook we need. Many times, sane, grounded advice from family and trusted friends who want the best for you is all you need to navigat...

Redecorating Your Home for the New Year

Mai Porras

January 9, 2018

Home Life, Tips

The New Year is a time for all things new. Some people like the idea of decluttering to make space for newer (and bigger!) things. Personally, I get rid of old stuff to welcome all the good juju w...

What You Should & Shouldn’t Give A Meticulous Byenan For Christmas

Mai Porras

December 14, 2017

Tips

What challenge comes every year and is more difficult than any math problem you’ve ever had to solve in your life?If your answer is finding the perfect gift for the “masungit” mother in law, you’re righ...

Wear Your Nails Like A Celebrity

Mai Porras

December 5, 2017

Looks, Spa & Beauty Treatments

South girls, rejoice: there’s a new go-to salon that promises pretty nails (and lashes!), but minus all the pain and painstaking maintenance.Too good to be true? Nope. I dropped by for a makeover and he...

The Instant Noselift: Fast, Cheap, and Potentially Dangerous

Mai Porras

November 15, 2017

Health, Mind & Body

The Belo Medical Group names rhinoplasty the second most common cosmetic procedure in the Philippines, next only to blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery.If you’ve ever seen one of those makeover shows on TV...

Stop Treating Facebook Like Your Personal Blog

Mai Porras

October 24, 2017

Gadgets & Tech, Lifestyle, Relationships

A couple of years ago, my life was an open book.I posted on social media everything that happened to me, from chipped nail polish to matters that concerned my then partner and me. Whenever something cam...

Bad Conversationalist: Are You Guilty of These Sins?

Mai Porras

September 27, 2017

Lifestyle, Relationships

There are people you can talk to for hours and not get tired. They make you feel so comfortable; they can get you to share things you wouldn’t normally tell anyone — not even your best friend. After the tal...

The Stigma on Cosmetic Surgery is Still Here, And Why It Has to Stop

Mai Porras

September 19, 2017

Health, Looks

Lately, I have been taking to blind items to amuse myself. I wasn’t one to pay close attention to the lives of celebrities, but I was bored, and I found that it was nice to glimpse into the “normal” lives o...

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Sea of Spa Body Butter: Your New Holy Grail for Parched Skin

Mai Porras

September 6, 2017

Looks, Skin-care

For someone with perennially dry skin, hoarding moisturizing products is my reality.I honestly carry a bottle of lotion every day, a small tin can of moisturizing crème, and two different tubes of hand ...

How Many Shoes Should You Really Have?

Holiday Fashion: How to Wear Red Without Looking Like Santa

Relaxing Footcare Tips After Christmas Shopping

Kojic Soap: A Skincare Miracle You’ve Been Waiting For

8 Fun and Healthy Summer Activities for Barkadas

Relaxing Footcare Tips After Christmas Shopping

Barre3: Low-Impact Exercise to Keep You Fit for the Holidays

Hubad Monologues: Performing at My First LGBTQIA+ Spoken Word Event

6 Tips on Cleaning Up Your Online Image

Belle de Jour Creator, Darlyn Ty, on Finding Your Passion

Promoting LGBTQIA+-friendly Workplaces with SOGIE

Go Cashless: A Brief Guide on Philippine e-Wallets

To the Guy Who Broke My Heart

Holiday Hugot: Your Sawi Playlist for Christmas 2018

4 Signs Your S.O. is Going to Break Up With You This Christmas

Day of the Dead Traditions in the Philippines

5 Times Alden Richards Gave Us Serious Kilig on Instagram

No-Bake, No-Stress Desserts for Christmas & New Year

6 Apps That are Worth Your Money In 2019

Creating a Memorable Noche Buena Feast on a Budget

Forever MLBB: Nude Lipsticks for Every Outfit

Valentines Hugot: Best Love Advice (That Actually Worked)

Redecorating Your Home for the New Year

What You Should & Shouldn’t Give A Meticulous Byenan For Christmas

Wear Your Nails Like A Celebrity

The Instant Noselift: Fast, Cheap, and Potentially Dangerous

Bad Conversationalist: Are You Guilty of These Sins?

The Stigma on Cosmetic Surgery is Still Here, And Why It Has to Stop

Sea of Spa Body Butter: Your New Holy Grail for Parched Skin

Holiday Hugot: Your Sawi Playlist for Christmas 2018

The Rules of Regifting: The ‘Hows’ and Definite ‘No-nos’

Author Mai Porras