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Beauty, Youth »

By Tracy Zhang | April 19, 2011 | No Comments
Prom-Perfect Beauty Tips

Prom season is just around the corner, and no outfit is complete without the makeup to match. Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind while you have the night of your life.

Relationships, Winter »

By Brandie Raasch | December 29, 2010 | No Comments
Staff Tips for Surviving Winter

As we near the harshest months of winter, all we want to do is to stay inside with our warm blankets and hibernate. Unfortunately, with classes or work, we’re forced to go out into the brutal conditions and deal with it. To help you get through the cold days, our staff compiled a list of useful tips for surviving the winter days.

Travel »

By Eunice Roh | June 29, 2010 | No Comments
Have the Summer of Your Life with a Backpack and a Guide

Backpacking through Europe has become an iconic rite of passage amongst high school and college students. It’s dirty, it’s cheap and many say it’s one of the best experiences of their lives. Here are some tips to stay safe, travel efficiently and have fun wherever you go.
Making an itinerary
Although it might seem basic, making a detailed and precise itinerary is incredibly important. Make a plan that caters to your interests to get the most out of your trip. If you have a sweet tooth, for example, stop by Brussels for …

Featured, Travel »

By Mochi Magazine | June 28, 2010 | No Comments
Mochi Picks: An Insider’s Guide to Our Favorite Cities

Our staff of 30 has lived in and traveled across just about every city imaginable. Here, we share our favorite places to eat, shop and visit in 12 cities in three continents, in case you’re ever in town.

Featured, Travel, summer »

By Stephanie Lee | June 28, 2010 | No Comments
This Summer, Try A Local Change of Scenery

Sometimes summer can get you down if you find yourself low on money or without the patience to pack and travel for weeks. But instead of being a couch potato all day long, explore your own city, backyard or home with some creative thinking.

Travel »

By Jane Choi | June 28, 2010 | No Comments
Everything You Need for a Comfortable Flight

Whether your flight is two or 14 hours, these small essentials will ensure you start your trip off right.
1. Hydration
Being on the plane for even a few hours will make you dehydrated. To prevent this, always pack a bottle of your favorite moisturizing cream to hydrate your skin. I personally cannot fly without Shu Uemura’s Facial Mist or Clinique’s Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief Cream. Just don’t forget the 3-1-1 carry-on rule.
2. Personal earphones
Some airlines have begun charging a fee for personal earphones. Save a few bucks …

Travel »

By Katherine Chen | June 27, 2010 | No Comments
Travel Specialists Share Their Insider Information on Asia

When it comes to the best vacation deals and cheapest flights, many people turn to travel agents for their vast network of connections and flight options. Mochi talked to several experts about what these agents do and got some insider tips for our wonderful readers.
Steve Howard, the creator of ASIA Travel Tips and former publisher of ASIA Travel Trade and Frequent Traveler, used to travel every week of the year and visited at least five hotels each day. Because he was scoping out each country so meticulously, either by meeting …

College, Featured, Features »

By Angie Cho | April 4, 2010 | 1 Comment
Ten Tips to Ace Any College Interview

You realize there’s a coffee stain on your resume. You can’t sit comfortably in those pants. You anxiously wonder who you’ll talk to. There are 1 million and one things that could stress you out during a college interview, but we have 10 pointers that might help relieve some anxiety you may have.
10. Take the initiative. If you get the interviewer’s information and it’s up to you to make contact, do it right away. Keep in mind that interviewing high school kids is done out of the alum’s love for …

Food, Green, Health »

By Angela Dong | August 30, 2009 | 1 Comment

Our love affair with food may be our longest, most precarious relationship to date. Our tug-of-war with food is a two-way street: sometimes you “give in” to food and other times your food works for you. To get the most of this relationship, figure out what you want with food at any given time, and use our cheat sheet to eat accordingly.

Prom »

By Kirby Koo | May 18, 2009 | 5 Comments

Hong Kong celebrity make-up artist Gary Chung gives Mochi his best tips for Asian features and skin.

Beauty »

By Jane Choi | August 9, 2008 | No Comments

What can you do when your anticipated perfect haircut turns out to be downright hideous? Follow these easy tips to look fabulous in no time!

Beauty »

By Sandra Y. Lee | August 9, 2008 | 1 Comment

School is now in session and it’s time to look your best! Here are a few tips on looking ultra chic and feminine for the new year.

Beauty »

By Sandra Y. Lee | August 9, 2008 | No Comments

All that screaming, jumping. and bumping at concerts can be a pretty good workout. But you don’t want to end up a melting mess when it’s over — especially when you’re taking pictures with your favorite band backstage. Here are some tips to look amazing at a concert from the beginning to the end.