REVIEW ON CUBECRATE JULY 2016

Cubecrate July 2016 theme is Hari Raya which celebrates by Muslims and is one of the biggest celebration in Malaysia.  So this month, Cubecrate features few Malaysian locally wonderful brands. Let’s check them out.

CUBECRATE JULY 2016

Dirty Benefits coffee scrub in Coconut confession.

Dirty Benefits coffee scrub in Coconut confession.

Dirty Benefits is skincare for the wild at heart-It is All Natural skincare brand created for the bold and adventurous.  Cruelty and paraben free.

www.dirtybenefits.com

Wunderbath Co  Semperit Cookies Soap

Wunderbath Co  Semperit Cookies Soap

This smell and look exactly like the real Semperit cookies.  Wunderbath has many other soap that looks like the real thing XD.

Naural Bath Revolution- Wunderbath is the 1^st Ultra Realistic Soap in Malaysia. Vegan+Cruelty Free+ Paraben Free+SLS Free +All Natural

www.instagram.com/wunderbath.co/

MiniBites kuih lapis keychain

MiniBites kuih lapis keychain

MiniBites offers unique food themed jewelry accessories.  Every piece is hand-crafted to perfection in KL using polymer clay and vast attention to detail.  Our products are excellent conversation starters and gifts to foodies and dessert lovers. www.minibites.com.my

CubecrateX MiniBites will be participating in CAFFA (Coffee and Art Fringe Festival )from 19 August to 21^st August.  They will have contest and mini giveaway so check out their booth near Celcom.

Product retails for
A box is Rm35 plus shipping
RM 90 for 3 months
RM 197 for 6 months

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REVIEW ON JUNGLE BOTANICS NATURAL BODY GLOW NUTSHELL SCRUB

Jungle Botanics is a natural brand that currently offer hair care and body care.  Their products are from natural sources .  This is brand by Wishtrend .

The design does remind me of the rainforest, the Amazon which is known for keeping many wonderful natural ingredients.  I wonder if it will make me feel like an Amazonian women coming back after battle for pampering. XD

I know that there is hardly any reviews on Korean body products on my blog XD.  So, to makeup for that, here is a review on them.

So, what I have here for review is their Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub .

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

About
We’re from the jungle.
Jungle Botanics brings you the vitality of the green jungle amidst the jungle of concrete by combining advanced technologies with superb ingredients direct from Mother Nature.

Our mission is to replenish natural energy and return balance to your skin by using revitalizing elements found in nature and in turn restoring the natural, healthy state of your skin.

We found our answer in the jungle.

+ Non-irritating.
+ Leaving your skin healthy, smooth, and glowing.
Brand : JUNGLE BOTANICS
Volume : 250ml
All Skin Types (Dry Flaky Skin, Dry & Rough Skin, Sensitive Skin)
Made in Korea

Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub
The “Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub” is a body scrub that contains finely ground walnut shell granules
and various natural oils from the jungle. The round-cut granules do not irritate your skin,
but gently exfoliates and purifies, leaving your skin healthy, smooth, and glowing.

Round-cut Nutshell Granules. At first glance, the nutshell granules look like ordinary grains of sand. When you take a closer look, you will see the porous surface of the granules. This aids the removal of dead skin cells and other skin impurities by attracting them, making this body scrub ideal of sensitive skin. Walnut shell granules are made from 100% walnut shells, which are biodegradable, thus lowering our ecological footprint.

Energetic Jungle 10-Oils Cacao seed butter, which ensured the skin health of Amazonian tribes for many centuries, combined with ten different natural oils extracted from various Amazonian plants intensely moisturize your skin. This special combination of natural oils will leave your skin feeling moisturized and smelling seductively sweet.

How to use
1) Squeeze moderate amount of product onto wet skin and massage in circular motion. Rinse thoroughly with water.
2) Recommended use: 2-3 times a week

Ingredients
Water, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, TEA-Lauryl Sulfate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Fragrance, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Oleyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide DEA, Triethanolamine, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Carbomer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Sucrose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Pentaclethra macroloba seed oil, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Butylene Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Extract, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract, Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract, Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Pseudozyma Epicola/Soybean Flour/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate, Tin Oxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77491

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub

The tube has a beautiful design to it and it is easy to dispense product out of the tube.  The plastic tube is sturdy and it is safe even if you accidentally drop it onto the floor.

The Jungle Botanics Body Glow Nutshell Scrub smells perfume mix with slight coconut oil.  I find that the brown grains is really tiny and doesn't cut or hurt my skin unless you scrub the bodyreally hard with it. It washes off easily with water.

The scrub is made for dry skin since cleanses the skin like a body shampoo and is not rough.  It does removes the dry flakes and kept me from having back acne.  Although there are many ingredients that can clog the skin but since it is wash off, it won't be a problem since there are many moisturising ingredients in it.  There are many plants ingredients too so do check if there is something that you can't use at all.

The Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub smells wonderful is great for summer and for those that needs exfoliation before wearing swim wears that reveals their legs.  You still need to use a body lotion after using the scrub to seal in moisture =) .

Overall, it is great gift for people to love pampering, natural and body products.




Product:
Jungle Botanics Natural Body Glow Nutshell Scrub for  USD23.90
Made in Korea

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REVIEW ON ANTIPODES KIWI SEED OIL EYE CREAM, ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM, ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM&ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM

Hi Nature Lover,

Antipodes is an organic products from New Zealand.  It is an organic brand that has won many awards =) for their effectiveness and eco friendly.  Antipodes offers natural, organic skincare and cosmetics products which are on par with many high ends.

I loved their Worship serum.

Today I am reviewing samples on four Antipodes products.  Do check out which one I like the best =) .

REVIEW ON ANTIPODES KIWI SEED OIL EYE CREAM, ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM,  ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM&ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM

ANTIPODES KIWI SEED OIL EYE CREAM, ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM,  ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM&ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM

The back of the samples are printed with full ingredients list.

Here are the samples. Antipodes samples are 3ml to 5ml compare to the normal 1ml samples that we received from other brands.

ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM

ANTIPODES KIWI SEED OIL EYE CREAM - 30ML RM179.00
Antipodes Kiwi Seed Oil Eye Cream with 100% pure avocado oil and carrot seed has been scientifically shown to stimulate synthesis of collagen production by up to 82%*. Ultra-rich Vitamin C from the seed of the New Zealand kiwi works superbly to repair damaged tissue. Along with the kiwi seed oil, Antipodes Kiwi Seed Oil Eye Cream combines carrot seed oil and 100% pure avocado oil to make caring for your delicate eye area an all-round refreshing and pleasurable experience. *Independent in vitro clinical trials, Trinity Bioactives 2009.

Benefits:
- Refreshes and smoothes and addressed fine lines and wrinkles
- Helps to rescue damaged tissue in the delicate eye area
- Fragrance free formula
- Leaves eye area feeling cooled and soothed


Key Ingredients:
- Kiwi seed oil helps maintain moisture and is a natural source of Vitamins C and E
- Vinanza Grape will free your skin from dryness

Skin Types:
For all skin types.

How to Use:
Apply Antipodes Eye Cream to the delicate area around the eyes, using clean fingertips to pat on gently. Enjoy its soothing effect.

Ingredient:
Aqua (water), Persea gratissima (avocado oil), Glycerin (vegetable), Cetearyl alcohol (coconut derived), Cetearyl wheat straw glycosides, Steraic acid (vegetable), Glyceryl stearate, Tocopherol acetate (vitamin e), Daucus carota sativa (carrot oil), Kiwifruit seed oil (actinidia chinensis), Borage oil (borago officinalis), gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, calcium gluconate, vitis vinifera (Vinanza Grape® grapeseed extract).

Review: The eye cream is popular with supermodels and celebrities. It smells like soy milk =) . It goes on smooth, light and effortless which is great for my eye area.  Antipodes Eye Cream soothes and hydrates my eyes area very well.  It doesn't irritate my eye area which is sensitive.  The samples last me for a weak since I need only a little each time.  If one is looking for organic eye cream, I will recommend this =).

 ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM

ANTIPODES NATURAL AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM 60ML RM189.00
Antipodes Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream deeply nourishes your skin with pure 100% avocado pear oil, containing antioxidants and packed with Vitamins E, A, B1, B2, C and D. Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream also features calendula; oil from the petals of the marigold flower which is highly regarded throughout history for its healing and repairing properties. Manuka honey serves to soothe and moisten your skin and the warm and mystical aroma of sandalwood both purifies and uplifts your skin.


Benefits:
- Stimulates collagen production and restores moisture levels
- Helps neutralise free radical damage
- Natural extracts of fragrant ylang ylang and jasmine & sandalwood
- Makes you wake up with skin feeling nourished and cared for


Key Ingredients:
- Avocado oil provides moisturising nutrients to the skin
- Manuka honey heals, acts as an anti-wrinkle agent and has antibacterial prowess
- Vinanza grape will free your skin from dryness

Skin Types:
For all skin types.

How to Use:
Apply Antipodes Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream at sunset by caressing into your face, neck and cleavage. For a super-restorative effect, use Antipodes Divine Face Oil first.


Ingredient:
Aqua (water), Butyrosperum parkii (shea butter), Squalane (vegetable), Persea gratissima (avocado oil), Leptospermum scoparium mel (manuka honey), Macadamia ternifolia (macadamia oil), Calendula officialis (calendula oil), Caprylic triglyceride (fractionated coconut oil), Glyceryl stearate, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl palmitate (natural source), Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e), Lecithin (vegetable), Citrus grandis (grapefruit seed extract), Santalum album (sandalwood oil), Pogostemon cablin (patchouli oil), Cananga odorata (ylang ylang oil), Lodopropynyl butylcarbarmate, Phenoxyethanol.

Review: This has some smell of sort of woody or herbal scent which I do find it a sort of relaxation sensation.  The night cream is heavy but goes on smooth and disappeared fast onto the skin.  It moisturise my skin well without being heavy or sticky on my skin.  I like this night cream better than the day cream simply because of the scent =)  .  Drier skin type will find this great towards combating dryness and helps with hydration.

ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM

ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM 60ML RM179.00
Antipodes Rejoice Light Day Cream combines organic ingredients of manuka and avocado oil, with macadamia and jojoba to balance and moisturize. Manuka flower oil has antibacterial, healing and protective properties to benefit the skin and the extraordinary collagen boosting powers of avocado oil soften and regenerate. This fabulous day cream boasts joyful fragrances of sweet almond and vanilla pod. Organic manuka flower oil assists healing, avocado oil boosts collagen production and sweet almond oil and vanilla fragrances create joy.


Benefits:
- Enhances the skin's natural hydration levels
- Supports skin regeneration process
- Natural extracts of fragrant sweet almond
- Leaves skin nicely balanced and smooth

Key Ingredients:
- Manuka flower oil heals, acts as an anti-wrinkle agent and has antibacterial prowess
- Avocado oil provides moisturising nutrients to the skin

Skin Types:
For normal, combination and oily skin.


How to Use:
Apply Antipodes Rejoice Light Day Cream delicately to your face, neck and cleavage at sunrise or whenever your skin needs hydration during the hours of sunlight.

Ingredient:
Aqua (purified water), Laveder augustifolia distillate (lavender flower water), Xanthan gum, Butyrosperum parkii (shea butter), Rosa canina (rosehip oil), Persea gratissima (avocado oil), Macadamia ternifolia (macadamia seed oil), Cetearyl alcohol, Wheat straw glycosides, Tocopherol (vitamin e), Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba seed oil), Citrus grandis (grapefruit seed extract), Naticide (fragrance), Leptospermum scoparium (manuka oil).

Review: I can't figure out the smell.  This has a blend of avocado,macadamia, rosehip and jojoba with a hint of cocoa butter.  It goes on smooth on the skin, light and moisturise my skin really well. It doesn't leave any residue or film on my face which is great.  The smell is not something I like since it smell like milk mix with something but it disappeared after 15 minutes on my skin so I can bear with it.

ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM

ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM - 120ML RM111.20
Anoint your hands and body with this deeply nourishing cream that replenishes your skin with a sublime combination of pure plant oils. Essential omegas 3, 6 and 9 unite in a ratio that your skin recognises and easily absorbs. An excellent dose of Vitamins A, C and E provides the ultimate daily nutritional skin boost. Immerse your spirit in the jubilant aroma inspired by exotic feijoa and wild blackcurrant. Suited to most skin conditions, especially dry.

DAILY RITUAL:
Apply generously to your hands and body to relieve excessive dryness.


ELEMENTS OF BEAUTY:
* Wild blackcurrant * Avocado oil * Meadowfoam seed oil

PURE PLANT FRAGRANCE:
Fig, feijoa and wild blackcurrant.


Ingredients:
Aqua (purified water), glycerin, Persea gratissima (avocado oil), Limnanthes alba Meadowfoam oil, Ribes nigrum (blackcurrant) oil,Wheat straw glycosides, Cetearyl alcohol, Kiwi seed oil(actinidia chinensis) , feijoa sellowlana extract, gluconolactone,sodium benzoate, calcium gluconate, essential oil fragrance of feijoa,blackcurrant and fig:citral,citronella,d-Limonene,eugenol,geraniol,linalool.



Review: 
This product Antipodes Joyful Hand & Body Cream won the Natural Health International Beauty Awards 2016 in the body cream category. It has a light green colour because of the avocado ingredient blended in it.  It smells minty with hint of fresh leaves.  Although it may look thick, it absorb really well and smoothen out the dry patches on my skin.  There isn't any residue, no film of oil and my skin is lightly scented with the fragrance which I love. The smell becomes light after 30 minutes of application but the hydration effect stays. It is a good body and hand cream during summer since it hydrate but not heavy on the skin.


Overall I like Antipodes organic skincare that works on the skin and they just smell so amazing!  If you are organic lovers then Antipodes skincare products especially their serum is a must try in your beauty arsenal. From the samples I like the Kiwi Seed oil eye cream and their Joyful body and hand cream which is really a treat for your body =).  I think if you are looking for 'introduction' products into organic products, do try Antipodes serum which has gained a lot of popularity for the effect and being gentle on the skin.

Product retails for
ANTIPODES KIWI SEED OIL EYE CREAM - 30ML RM179.00
ANTIPODES ORGANIC REJOICE LIGHT FACIAL DAY CREAM 60ML RM179.00
ANTIPODES JUBILATION HAND & BODY CREAM - 120ML RM111.20
ANTIPODES AVOCADO PEAR NOURISHING NIGHT CREAM 60ML RM189.00

Antipodes products are made in New Zealand.

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TIPS:DO AND DON'T DURING YOUR MONTHLY CYCLES

Sorry,  this is a girl thing which might be some embarrassment to read for male out there.  I wrote this to share about the Asian stuff which some people out there might be curious to know.  Personally, I have terrible cramps during my monthly thing so there are some things that I do and don't do to make the pain bearable.  Else I will be on the floor and the pain is only temporary eased after I eat painkillers.  My mum is a traditional minded person and so she doesn't allow me to have painkillers.  Instead these are the few things that helps.

Traditional Chinese medicine talks about 'cold' and 'warm'.  It is not the water 'hot' or the ice 'cold' thing but a principal of every food has it 'aura'. Don't ask why the food is considered 'cold' or 'hot' because that is how it is.  The Chinese believes about the balance of Ying Yang.  So, when woman is having monthly thing, it is consider 'weak' and so should avoid some certain food.

Don't

1. Don't drink green tea
- green tea is 'cold' so it will makes the stomach area 'cold' and make the blood clot more which is really not good as it will cause you more pain.  It is good to drink green tea on other normal days but avoid this when you have your monthly thing.

2. Don't wash your hair on your first day
-the cold air can get into the pores of the head and make your body more prone to pain.  This is true if you do not want to have frequent headaches or migraines.  If you wash it on the second day, make sure to dry it as soon as possible.  Don't sleep with your hair wet.

3. Don't bath with cold water
-bath with warm water to encourage blood flow. cold warm makes the stomach area cold so if you are not in pain the first day, you will the next month.

4.  Don't eat something sour (no lemon or tamarind)
-In Malaysia, we have this Laksa which is spicy sour so this food is supposed to cause more 'bleeding' and pain.  Yeah, I accidentally drank this and almost die 'bleeding' a lot for 7days.

5. Don't eat anything 'iced' or from the fridge directly  or ice
-it is considered that anything from the fridge has a 'cold' air to it so cold stuff is not good for you.  Cooked food are different.  SO, say goodbye with your cold bubble tea or ice cream for few days

6. Don't sleep in air conditioner or on the floor
-sleeping in air conditioner means that you are putting your body along with all the 'cold' stuff and make your body even 'colder' when you are supposed to warm up your body.  it is the same as the floor because floor has 'water' that gets into the skin and hurts the body.  There is where the cramp comes.

Do

1. Drink warm ginger tea, eat dark chocolates and grapes

-ginger tea is 'warm' so it helps with the blood flow. You are not supposed to drink ginger tea if you are going for surgery.  I am not joking here. ginger is similar to ginseng.  It is not for one who is going for surgery (not matter what surgery it is).

You can drink plain water but make sure it is warm plain water and not those straight from the fridge.
Dark chocolates and grapes helps with the pain.  SO, get those food ready every month.  Fresh ginger is not as useful as the yellow powdered dry ones.  Good dry powdered warm ginger are warm the moment you drink. You can actually feel the warm fuzzy feeling going into the throat.

2. Wear socks
-the foot is the part which is 'cold' so wear socks to sleep. You can apply some 'warming' balm on your soles and your stomach.  The only warm balm that I like is the one from Thailand(Siang Pure Balm). The balm is in a 12g glass jar and aluminum cap.  If you are lazy to wear socks, then just make sure your blanket is thick enough to warm your leg.

3. Eat more warm food
-Of course with this, I don't mean heated food from the fridge. Try some sandwiches, meat, bacon or red meat.  We generally need more 'warm' food so it is meat.  Lesser vegetables since those are cold.


4. Wear clothes that covered the shoulder area and stomach
-Basically when we have the monthly thing, the body 'cold' and weak so don't exposed those 'weak' area to coldness which can disrupt the 'Qi' around the body.  Even if it is so warm and humid in Malaysia, I will wear long sleeves and thick clothes on the few days else I can become sick easily.

5. Eat nutritious food the day after your monthly cycles
-it is the best time to take some 'warm' herbal food the day after your monthly cycles to help replenish your body.  In Indonesia, they eat 'Jamu' while in here the Chinese will drink some sort of herbal soup.  It is also for young looking skin.  Most people will drink those red dates, ginseng, some herbs plus black chicken.  If you are rich, probably sea cucumber or ginseng. XP  Poor people like me will just have to make do with eggs, meat and ginger.  It isn't as fantastic as ginseng but it is still better than nothing.



I think that are the tips that I wanted to share with my dearest readers.  All the advices I talk about comes down to the same thing-keep your body warm with 'warm' food and avoid 'cold' stuff because those disrupt the blood flow and the thing that cause cramps.  Everyone has different 'Qi'. I have friends who don't fall sick or have cramps unlike me who is a sick fragile person.  Just like acne, I wish that I can just use plain water for my face or do not need to deal with all these monthly pain thing.

Do let me know if you have any question for me or any tips that you want to share here. Thank you.


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REVIEW ON MELVITA L'ARGAN BIO BODY BUTTER FOR VERY DRY SKIN

Blame it on the erratic weather that is currently happening.  My dry body becomes drier than the leather and it dawn upon me that I no longer have the option of ignoring it or being lazy.  It can get really itchy and red that the usual light body lotion just doesn't make the cut.

I was really glad when I was handed L'Argan Bio Body butter for very dry skin.  This is different from the body butter and cream that I have tried before.

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

Renowned for its regenerating properties, Argan oil replenishes and protects very dry skin. When combined with the nourishing properties of Shea butter, it helps to soothe the skin and restore its elasticity. This formula is made with beeswax, which gives it a unique «oil-in-butter» texture that unites the properties and smoothness of the oil with the richness of a cream. It envelops the body in a scent from faraway lands, withdelicate and floral, oriental notes. Thirsty skin is quenched; it feels velvety soft and supple again.


99% of the total ingredients are from Natural Origin.
20% of the total ingredients are from Organic Farming.
100%Organic and Fairtrade Argan Oil


Melvita Argan oil is a first-pressed oil, extracted mechanically from Argan kernels (Argania spinosa) and 100% Organic (no chemical solvents, artificial colorants or fragrances). It has been produced in accordance with the Ecocert ESR* standard (Équitable, Solidaire, Responsable – Fairness, Solidarity and Responsibility).

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

Sorry that i have forgotten to remove the sticker on the top part. Hope you will make do without it XP

I like the screw lid because it will avoid products from leaking out.  The aluminum tin is sturdy and well made with good quality printed design. The design remain even when many times of touch and greasy hand XP.

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

There is aluminum foil covering it =) .

Melvita Body Butter vs Body Lotion
Body butters and body lotions are the two most commonly used body moisturizers. While both of them are effective in keeping your skin soft and supple, these two products have their own unique qualities and properties, let’s take a quick glance

BODY BUTTER	BODY LOTION
Denser in texture and highly emollient	Lighter consistency
Could retain moisture for a longer period of time	Lower oil percentage
Suitable to be used as overall body moisturizer for dry and extremely dry skin. For normal skin, body butter to be used on the driest parts of your body or overall  body when skin becomes dry due   to sun exposure, harsh winds, cold or heat	Suitable to be used as overall body moisturizer for all skin types
For use during the night to seal in moisture especially under dry air-conditioned room	For use during the day to hydrate and lock skin natural moisture without feeling sticky and greasy

There are many uses of Melvita Organic Beauty Butters
Body butters can actually be used in many ways:

v Hand Care –Apply small amounts during the day and larger quantities before bed to keep your skin soft. For better results, you can also put a pair of cotton gloves while you sleep.
v Rescue dry patches – Heals dry flaky skin patches instantly.
v Foot Care – Massage on clean feet and cover with cotton socks overnight. This simple treatment can rejuvenate your feet quickly.
v Cuticle Softener – Slather some on your fingers and toes to make it easier for you to remove your cuticles.
v Make Up Remover – Perfect natural way to remove make up, dirt and impurities as body butters contain higher vegetal oil content.Body butters can maintain the beauty of your eyelashes as well.
v Neck Moisturizer – Massage onto neck and use upwards strokes to remove fine lines and wrinkles.
v Massage – Had an extremely stressful day? Warm a small amount of Melvita Body Butters in your hands and gently massage the whole body.

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

Here is the body butter. Smell of floral and argan oil mixture.

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

Here is the body butter on my body.

L’ARGAN BIO Body Butter

The body butter has creamy-lotion like texture instead of those thick, uncomfortable heavy body butter.  It is really easy to smooth the body butter on my skin and it sure feel more like a night cream since it doesn't leave any residue or shine on the skin.  it is occulsive enough on the skin so I guess it is suitable for those looking for cream for the body products but are unsuccessful with conventional body lotion.

The smell disappeared after 1 hour.  The effect does last on my skin the whole day without me feeling dry with just one time application in the morning.  I think this is a great organic body butter for extreme dry skin.  It is sure economical considering that you only need about a dime(1inch diameter) for your whole body. =)






Product retails for
Melvita L’Argan Bio Body Butter (100ml, RM107) . Made in France.


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REVIEW ON WHITE FORMULA自白肌 SUPER MOIST LIGHT TONER WITH HYALURONIC ACID

When White Formula自白肌 Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid, it immediately reminds me of a popular Japanese brand. I guess this is the closest dupe that I noticed from the market.

Before I start going into my views of this product, here is some information about the product.

White Formula Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid

White Formula自白肌 Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

With the use of cosmetic surgery grade components and clinical low-irritation tests, highly effective mild products have been successfully developed. Products contain no fragrances,no alcohol and low irritation, which may be used with peace of mind by sensitive skin as well.



PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Contains 3 unique types of Hyaluronic Acid which permeates the different Skin layers and works synergistically to achieve optimum moisturization and Skin firmness. The patented Hyaloveil® provides deep hydration and long-lasting results after each wash, leaving Skin clean and moist.

Sodium Hyaluronate-Macro form of Hyaluronic Acid intensely hydrates Skin surface forming a protective layer which locks in and prevents loss of moisture. Hyalo-Oligo™-Micro form of Hyaluronic Acid permeates Skin surface to form a water reservoir in Skin epidermis leaving Skin deeply hydrated from the inside out.


SYN®-HYCAN-Nano form of Hyaluronic Acid penetrates deeply and targets dry Skin cells for complete hydration. It actively seeks collagen within Skin epidermis to stimulate its regeneration enhancing Skin elasticity. Hyaloveil®-This special form of Hyaluronic Acid boasts 10x hydration and works in synergy with the other forms to provide long-lasting moisturization throughout the day.


Usage:
Use twice a day after cleansing face. Apply a small amount by using firm and smooth circular motions from the central T-zone of the face towards the outer edges.

Avoid direct exposure to sun light.

Please keep product away from children; if there are adverse effects, stop and consult a dermatologist; do not use on a wound or swelling; users with sensitive Skin are advised to perform a sample sensitivity test before carrying on.

White Formula Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid

It comes in form of plastic blue bottle =). There is no box to it which I think is good =).

White Formula Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid

The list of ingredients.

WHITE FORMULA自白肌 SUPER MOIST LIGHT TONER WITH HYALURONIC ACID 

It is just like water but doesn't smell like one XP .

The toner is very light and feels like water. It absorb into the skin fast and leaves no residue nor sticky feeling. The skin does feel hydrated and comfortable. There is faint smell of hyaluronic acid will smell-a little plastic? The smell does disappeared once on the skin. Of course this toner is not an exfoliating toner so I guess I don't need to find out the Ph level.

WHITE FORMULA自白肌 SUPER MOIST LIGHT TONER WITH HYALURONIC ACID 

The toner is hydrating and one can use it as mist for people who do not like heavy toner or just want light hydration for layering purposes. I will say that the ingredients do look very similar to the Hada Labo one and could be possible dupe if you are looking for the extra niacinamide in their toner.

It tried it for a month and while I don't think it break me out, it is just a light cheap boast of hydration.  You could use it with cotton pad or compressed mask for sheet masking which will provide better hydrating effect.  While, I really think it a light lotion, I don't think it did anything to get rid of my stubborn acne or reduce my pores.

I find that Super Moist light toner is an affordable hydrating toner and could be possible dupe of the Hada Labo. The reason that it is not well known is probably because it is not endorse by a famous Korean celebrities but if you are looking for something similar to Hada Labo with hyaluronic acid, you could try to look into this toner.





Do be careful and look into the ingredients first.

Here is the ingredients list of all the three products with hyaluronic acid:

White Formula Super Moist Light Toner With Hyaluronic Acid
D.I water, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid,Niacinamide, Methylparaben,Phenoxyethanol, Disoudium EDTA, L-Argine, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, o-Cymen-5-ol 

ROHTO HADALABO Gokujyun Hyaluronic Essence
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Disodium Succinate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethycellulose, Methylparaben, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Succinic Acid

Senka hoshitsu lotion S
Water,Dipropylene glycol,Glycerin,Alcohol,Butylene Glycol,PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether,Methylparaben,Carbomer,Dimethicone,Aminomethyl propanediol,PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil,Acrylates/ C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer,Aminopropyl Dimethicone,Disodium EDTA,Sodium Hyaluronate,Royal Jelly Powder,Magnesium chloride,Calcium chloride, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Product retails for
White Formula Super Moist Light Toner with Hyaluronic Acid 290ml RM49.90 from Mycare Malaysia,

Made in Taiwan

For more information, please visit official website. Product is from Cubecrate February 2016. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

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REVIEW ON CLAIRE HEALING HERBAL BALM

I got this from the Cubecrate November box which is an awesome subscription box. I think it is a tremendous amazing effort to be supporting local brands and looking for hidden gems among them.

I did try the body scrub from Claire in the past and it was not bad. What I really like from Claire is this Claire healing herbal balm which I think is a really great handmade product.

CLAIRE HEALING HERBAL BALM

Claire handmade with love

Ingredients:
Refined shea butter, purple gromwell infused organic virgin oil,organic extra virgin coconut oil,beeswax,menthol, essential oil, eucalyptus,rosemary,lavender, tea tree, peppermint


Antibacteria, nourishing, anti eczema, great for sensitive skin, acne, eczema,psoriasis, reduce itching, prickly heat, soothe insect bites,burn&cuts and allergic skin. Contain menthol, not suitable for pregnant mother, nursing mom, infant below 1 year old and patient with ADHD

CLAIRE HEALING HERBAL BALM

The screw lid, weight and the size makes it easy to carry it during travelling. It is an all multi-purpose balm for your face and body actually.  Do check out the ingredients list since it may contain potential allergens to some.  I love the smell and the light feeling of the balm on my skin =)  .

CLAIRE HEALING HERBAL BALM

If you remember that I was having this stressful month because of my job, moving, dealing with my weak body and Chinese New Year. In the midst of so much trouble, my skin has to misbehave and I broke out bad with this sudden skin allergic around my mouth which makes me look as if I have ‘red’ beard. I had to wear facemask and everyone just has to ask me why I was wearing it. I searched through my stash for products to help with healing because no one wants to look bad and I have no time for shopping. I used this healing balm with insect bites and it really worked so I tried it on my face as well. It helps to relieve itchiness since it has menthol feeling and that area really heals fast.

By the forth days, I look normal again with no sign of skin problems which is really amazing! I love this balm and will stock it up soon =) . While it did not work great on my acne, it works really fast on skin allergic which I was really amazed with the result.

Product retails:

Claire Healing Herbal Balm RM19 for 20g

For more information, please visit Claire Organics official website. Product is from Cubecrate November 2015 . However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

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REVIEW ON THE SABUN BODY SCRUB TEA TREE&PEPPERMINT

Hi Beauties,

Pampering yourself is something that everyone will do be it in good food or in beauty products XP.  I do both since I can't help to indulge myself every now and then.  What is life if we do not enjoy things?

I got this from the subscription box for the pampering February month and just decide to share it here this natural handmade products from TheSabun.

TheSabun is a local brands that produce handmade products.  TheSabun actually means 'The Soap' =) .

THE SABUN BODY SCRUB TEA TREE&PEPPERMINT

They write it by hand and whoever that write it sure have a very nice handwriting.
It is actually 'peppermint' and not 'pappermint' since the spelling nazi in me is telling me to correct it.

THE SABUN BODY SCRUB TEA TREE&PEPPERMINT

THE SABUN BODY SCRUB TEA TREE&PEPPERMINT

The jar is of heavy glasses with aluminum lids so be extra careful with it.

The salt is pink and has light smell of tea tree mix with peppermint.  The body scrub is not drying and it cleanses the skin very well.  Peppermint and tea tree are good ingredients for acne prone skin or oily skin type.

The salt melts on contact with water so do add a little water if it is too rough for the skin.  I use it together with my body shampoo and then apply body lotion after that for a super soft moisturise skin =) .




Product retails for
THe Sabun tea tree peppermint body scrub (about RM30- RM33)

For more information, please visit The Sabun official website. Product is from Cubecrate February 2016 . However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

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