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Wednesday 30 October 2013

Japanese Drugstore Lippies

October 30, 2013 0
Japanese Drugstore Lippies

These are refills from the drugstore and for some reason, though I often buy these lipsticks as pasalubongs to my mom's friends (not my money), I haven't seen the actual packaging from these brands. And I actually don't care that much. I agree that these would be hard if you have like, millions of lipsticks and trying to determine which is which but if you're like me that actually doesn't have a lot, then I don't think it matters. 


I can't read what the color is on the left so you be the judge when I saw you the swatch of the actual color but on the left side, it's orange something. KANJI IS DIFFICULT.


I actually like the idea of refills because for several reasons, first of all, it's cheaper. That's actually all. LOL. I don't know but it's just more practical and yeah. I think most women in Japan finish their lipsticks so they could have like the original container and then put their new tube or something.


I have only used this from the two and I love it. It's not so opaque so it's perfect for me. I don't know if you can appreciate the shimmers but that too is awesome! :D I don't usually like shimmers because I can somehow feel it but this one is like just right and yeah. Perf! This lipstick is under the MOISTURE lipstick and I don't really know for sure because I put a moisturizer before applying but it goes on quite well when I swatched it but I don't know if that's actually just the same as when applying on the lips.


The shape of Chifure lipstick is actually quite interesting because instead of just having one side flat, two sides are flat. Meh. LOL. Really though. I think that's brilliant because if you're in a hurry, you wouldn't find the right side of the tube anymore or something. Just do it!


I really like the Cezanne one! But give the picture another look and you would see than the application of the Chifure is kind of thinner than that of Cezanne so I'm assuming that it would give more precision and yeah. Also, the Chifure is kin of true to its color and although shimmery, it's opaque. So I might be able to just top that with a more pinkish balm or lipgloss of some sort. Anyways, that's my opinion and yeah. Have a nice day y'all!

Sunday 27 October 2013

Thoughts on Pond's BB Cream

October 27, 2013 1
Thoughts on Pond's BB Cream

I wasn't actually going to buy Pond's because of a certain reaction it does to my skin but then again I was I think a little bit attracted to the packaging. Not the nicest packaging but somehow head-turning. And that's applicable only if you like pink. 


Having finished my other BB product, I'm not expecting much from this and what it promises. Right now I'm just holding on to the 'fact' that it has SPF. Which is always a good thing.


It promises to whiten the skin and stuff and luckily I'm already happy with my color but yeah. Hopefully it brightens up my dark spots because they're just so in love with me that they don't want to go away. Annoying much.


The formula is thick and it's fairly easy to apply and also easy to blend. I also like its scent. Like, it smells like your typical Pond's product but at this point, I'm just happy that it's not offensive like the BB Stick from Maybelline.


The coverage is so light though. I literally need two squeezes to see a difference on the coverage. As for the application on my face, I can see that it somehow evens out my skin tone which is like the thing I need most due to some acne discoloration and stuff but it does't really give a flawless finish or something but it's definitely better than having nothing on at all. Maybe with 3 to 4 layers, you'll be able to achieve a flawless canvass but I don't think I'd recommend that. Go with a foundation instead if your desire is to like cover up. If you're a fan of the saying "go big or go home" this product might not be for you. 

Friday 11 October 2013

Empties and Final Thoughts 1

October 11, 2013 0
Empties and Final Thoughts 1

Bonjour guys! You know, I'm the type of person who generally doesn't use up a product to its last drop a lot because for some reason, when running low, products just disappear to me. But miraculously,  I was able to use these babies up and yeah I would like to start a segment called, "Empties and Final Thoughts". Don't expect too much from this segment though. They may only come once in a blue moon.

1. Victoria's Secret Romantic Wish

I like this. Like, I like how mild it smells and not like Love Spell that I don't really understand why people like it and stuff so yeah. Don't get mad! I know it's probably just me. I have been using this since I was still in Japan and lasted me this long. I think it would even last for like another week for me. Because I don't use it often and stuff like that. I don't know if I would repurchase this though. I think I want to use up all my body sprays/perfumes/colognes before I purchase a new one and like hopefully something I would wear forever.

2. Pond's Facial Wash

I don't know if I told you guys about this but I feel kind of have a love and hate relationship with Pond's products because it breaks me out and  I don't know like it reacts with my skin in a weird way. But I somehow like it because it makes me feel like my skin is clean and it just makes it look bright for a second. And then breaks me out. Ugh life. But yeah this one I feel kind of not breaks me out as much as the other products but I won't repurchase this as well. 

3. Eskinol Original Toner

I like using this because it just makes my skin cleaner in my opinion. Like you can see the dirt off your face and into the cotton so it makes sense. I use this stuff like two to three times a day. No regrets. I figured that this is the only variant that works and the rest, meh! Breaks me out. Especially the gritty one! That's just no-no for me. And the rest kind of makes me oily. Especially the papaya one. 

4. Toothpastes! 

Nothing too exciting to share actually. My mom buys toothpastes too often and wants me to replace it right away but you know! I don't want to throw things right away as well so I keep them in the wash room all together. But now I'm like running zero.

5. Maybelline BB stick

I still can't decide whether I would repurchase this stick or find a new product that I would love. Because I think I got used to it already but at the same time, no. Kind of weird, yeah? From my previous review, I think the only thing I would like to add up is that it doesn't smell very nice. Like, it smells like a lot of things (chemicals) put together and yeah doesn't complement each other really. As of oiliness, I think my skin got used to it in a sense that I don't really get oily as much anymore. But anyways. That's just me? LOL. I think it also helped my skin clear out a little bit. 

6. Nivea Deodorant

I think this is nice. I don't really choose what to use or what not but amongst the one that I've used, this is so far my favorite. It's mild and just nice. 

7. That round thing.

Didn't really do much to my hair. But also, I think that it's generally just my hair not being nice. LOL. I wouldn't really repurchase this but would be glad to find something that works. Hopefully.

So that's my first empties post guys hopefully this would be followed by more in the future! And hopefully I would be able to help you decide what or what not to buy. That's all! Thanks.

Friday 2 August 2013

Roses are Red. Good For the Skin Too.

August 02, 2013 0
Roses are Red. Good For the Skin Too.
Bonjour! Yesterday, I finally tried the mask I bought like probably million years ago. Do they go bad? I wonder. I certainly hope not! But anyways I still feel like my skin kind of absorbed and reacted well to it. 


I can't read Korean so I searched for the claims. "A mask sheet that contains rose extract proven by, helps provide moisture to skin and revives the skin." And then for the direction it just says leave for 10-15 minutes which I kind of get because that's the only significant number I saw at the back. 


I don't remember how much I spent for this but I remember this being more expensive than the other mask that I bought. 


It's so freaking hard to smile with this thing on! LOL. Can I just say that I had a funny realization a little bit after I took this photo? Because the plan is like to review while waiting for the 15 minute mark but then I decided to just lay in bed because I was thinking of GRAVITY. What the heck? I kind of really like this mask! I think my face became brighter and softer and yeah I think it's really something something. Although sometimes I think it's like placebo effect to actually feel like something's changed after consuming something. Or is it just me? LOL. But it's a Korean Skin Care product and you know, nobody doubts Korean beauty products. It does feel a little bit greasy after but for me that's just for you to know that something's happening. Also, I would recommend you do this thing night so you wouldn't have to wash it or something. You know, for better absorption. That's all guys! :)

Tuesday 30 July 2013

Maybelline BB Stick First Impressions

July 30, 2013 0
Maybelline BB Stick First Impressions

Hi guys! I feel like it's been quite a while since I bought something for my face so awhile ago, I did. Okay so what happened was I think it was last Monday, I saw this but they didn't have it in my shade. Okay basically, they only have two shades there so that's not very good because I feel like I'm in the middle but since they only have somehow the light and the dark, I chose the lighter shade. Lightest shade if you may. Ha! Better safe than sorreh. Actually, I have a problem with this color matching thing because I have a weird skin and for some reason, I can't find my match. Uuuyy kunwari sa skin lang. Hahaha


I believe the middle shade is called Natural and the darkest I think is called Radiance. The Natural sounds so appealing, yeah? Anyhows. Oh by the way the reason I haven't bought new face product until now is because my skin is like bishing so I'm really trying my best to give it a break but since this thing promises a lot of things, I think it might do it good somehow. Read what it says at the back below. 
Clear Smooth BB Stick is a multi-benefit product that combines the benefits of skincare, make-up, and sun block in a stick. It contains salicylic acid that helps clear away pores and imperfections, and mineral clay that helps control shine all day.

As you can see, that's like the color difference but then again don't be ridiculous! I didn't actually blend it or anything. I wonder why I didn't though. Let's not talk about that.

THE APPLICATION
It's kind of funny how there is an instruction at the back. I probably applied quite more than what I should but then again that's life. 

I'M TERRIBLE AT  BLENDING LOL
As far as the application goes, it's quite easy to apply but since it's not like in liquid form, be cautious because it can dry up a little and it would be harder to blend. Verdict? Mmm...I don't know how I feel about it yet but then I think it does its job. Probably not for this shade but I think it can be a full coverage BB product. As you can see from the after photo, with two layer on, the pimple scars are still quite obvious and since I got the lightest shade, I don't think I could go out with another layer of that because I would probably look like a White Lady of some sort and we don't want that to happen! Also, it's gonna consume a lot of product so what I would do is that I would probably just conceal them or something. Oh I hope that the mineral clay works because you know, I'm an oily mess! Anyway, that's my first impression. I hope it somehow helped you or nah I don't think so. LOL. Have a good day, y'all! 

Monday 20 May 2013

Baby Lips by Maybelline Product Review

May 20, 2013 2
Baby Lips by Maybelline Product Review

This is how the thing looks like unopened. It's actually 


The flavor my mom got me was Mixed Berry. I don't know what goodness can it give my lips but it's sure smells delicious or maybe it's because of olfaction and shiz. I don't know. 


This is how the thing looks like and as you can see, it's quite pink already so it's quite obvious that you would get that pink glow it claims to give. It's moisturizing and it's really easy to apply so I'm really happy about this product. 


This is how it looks like on my hand. Don't be fooled though because I applied this when I was about to go to the hospital and then when I looked at the mirror there, my lips were neon. It doesn't look like it for the first few minutes that you would apply it but really? Neon? I was like surprised because WTH? It's probably just my lips or whatever but this is intense. Now, I actually like the color it gives but it was just inappropriate that time. 


You definitely can't see the neon here but this is the pink tinge it gives at first so yeah. On another note, my skin is still at its worst right now. Oh well. 

Thursday 16 May 2013

DIY Green Tea Face Mask

May 16, 2013 3
DIY Green Tea Face Mask
For some reason, I think my sister's watching too much YouTube Tutorials and she's been making different masks and stuff like that so I decided to join her little party because my skin is really being a bad bish right now. I don't know if I told you guys about this already because with 478 posts, I don't know what's going on already so yeah. Okay, as I was saying, I break out (as in break out) once a year so that time is now. and when my skin is extra greedy, I would break out twice so hopefully this would be it na for this year. 


1. You have to have green tea leaves and what you can do is that you can prepare yourself a cup of tea and then after you do so, do not throw the leaves because that's what you'll be working on. 


2. Just add a liberal amount of sugar. It actually depends on how gritty you want your mask to be. The more sugar you put, the rougher the mask would be so if you want to exfoliate big time, then add a lot! 


3. Add honey. It has moisturizing property and it'll make your concoction  pasty which will make it easier to apply onto yer face.


4. Mix all the ingredients until you somehow see that it's looking like this. There might be too much honey in this picture but never mind! Also, it'll be very nice if your tea leaves are finer than this because it's rather difficult to apply. Sort of.

5. Apply evenly and leave for five minutes. Or at least that's how long we waited before rinsing this out.

Sunday 12 May 2013

Drug Store Hair Products

May 12, 2013 3
Drug Store Hair Products

I'm actually a sucker for hair products because without a help from such, my hair is dead. My hair is pretty much on life support to be honest. And to be honest once again, I don't think going to the salon once or twice a month would really do anything so these products having the price of one salon session or even less, I thought I'd give it a go. 

MAKES HAIR SMOOTH AND SHINY
FOR DRY HAIR AND SCALP
I bought them at Watson's and they actually have a different set of hair treatment there but I already finished a bottle of that without actually seeing any difference so it's probably my hair or maybe that really is just another hair product. But I'm not gonna talk about that stuff, yeah? The Keratin Hot Oil Cream sounds really promising so I hope it won't let me down. I actually started using the Keratin one and I also asked my sister to try it and it was actually good but using a product once or twice wouldn't really be fair so I'll just keep using it!

COCOMILK'S CONSISTENCY
I don't know if it's just me or maybe because I'm watching too much YouTube beauty gurus but the consistency is quite thick so maybe that would do something to my hair. And they smell quite good. I'm just happy that it doesn't smell much of an artificial fragrance but rather some chemicals. Nah, just kidding!


And if all else fails, I would just make a concoction and mix these two there and then it would do the job! :)

Tuesday 7 May 2013

I Got It From My Momma

May 07, 2013 1
I Got It From My Momma
If you're like me that is too lazy to restock all the things you have to restock until you run out of it and most probably, your awesome mom would do the job for you, then we must change soon! But now, I just want to show you guys what my mom gave me. Because she's awesome like that. Also, doing this haul makes me m̶o̶r̶e̶ organized so I MUST! If your mom is like that, congrats! If not, congrats as well. 


This is random so I put them all together. I got two foot socks that I probably won't be using as much considering I won't be wearing school shoes anymore but I promise to wear them on my MTLEX. That will go for 2 days so yay! 


I don't know why I got two sample size perfumes but I hope they're good so I would be able to use them both! :) Or I'll probably just give it to my cousin because her sense of smell is weird like that! :D


So far I'm loving the smell but I don't know. I'm actually liking the idea of having many sample bottles now because in the future, I want to have a permanent scent or maybe two so having many samples would really help me choose. 

BEER MATCH! :D

Snacks! I like the idea that I have almonds so after I eat these stuff, I could just eat my almonds and not feel guilty. Except of course the gums and the candies because I really don't like them and i just eat them when I feel like it so yeah.


Green Tea Kit-Kat! I swear by it. Actually it's one of the two things I asked my mom to buy me. Because I love it like that.


The other thing I asked my mom to buy me is a tinted lip balm because I don't know I feel like I haven't found the right one for me yet because even though I have quite a lot of it, I'm still searching for the right product or maybe I'm just a sucker for lip balms. Just like what I said before. So whatevs. Mom also got me some oil blotting papers. What are you trying to say, woman? LOL. I KNOW! :D 


That's it for this haul guys I hope you are having fun! :)

I Got It From My Momma

May 07, 2013 1
I Got It From My Momma
If you're like me that is too lazy to restock all the things you have to restock until you run out of it and most probably, your awesome mom would do the job for you, then we must change soon! But now, I just want to show you guys what my mom gave me. Because she's awesome like that. Also, doing this haul makes me m̶o̶r̶e̶ organized so I MUST! If your mom is like that, congrats! If not, congrats as well. 


This is random so I put them all together. I got two foot socks that I probably won't be using as much considering I won't be wearing school shoes anymore but I promise to wear them on my MTLEX. That will go for 2 days so yay! 


I don't know why I got two sample size perfumes but I hope they're good so I would be able to use them both! :) Or I'll probably just give it to my cousin because her sense of smell is weird like that! :D


So far I'm loving the smell but I don't know. I'm actually liking the idea of having many sample bottles now because in the future, I want to have a permanent scent or maybe two so having many samples would really help me choose. 

BEER MATCH! :D

Snacks! I like the idea that I have almonds so after I eat these stuff, I could just eat my almonds and not feel guilty. Except of course the gums and the candies because I really don't like them and i just eat them when I feel like it so yeah.


Green Tea Kit-Kat! I swear by it. Actually it's one of the two things I asked my mom to buy me. Because I love it like that.


The other thing I asked my mom to buy me is a tinted lip balm because I don't know I feel like I haven't found the right one for me yet because even though I have quite a lot of it, I'm still searching for the right product or maybe I'm just a sucker for lip balms. Just like what I said before. So whatevs. Mom also got me some oil blotting papers. What are you trying to say, woman? LOL. I KNOW! :D 


That's it for this haul guys I hope you are having fun! :)