Friday, October 2, 2015

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ASIAN AND WESTERN SKINCARE PRODUCTS



Skincare products and cosmetics are part of beauty regime. With so many choices, it is not easy to make choices. I was introduced to western products in the past and also Asian brands. I think most of the time; I was going between western and also cosmetics products so I figured that I could voice my thought on this.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ASIAN AND WESTERN SKINCARE PRODUCTS


Western skincare VS Asian skincare

I think there are many brands from different western countries and seriously I have not used them all. However, I can say that there are differences between skincare from France, US, New Zealand, Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand. There are also differences between the organic, drugstores and also department brands. All I could say is not everything is organic and  expensive brands does not guarantee that it is good. Also not all cheap drugstore brands are lousy.

As for Asian skincare products there are differences between skincare from Korea, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia and China. Again, I should not say that I had tried all of those products. I will not say everything that comes from Asia are good because I had tried some that broke me out or just doesn’t fit my skin type.

I notice that most Asian will start with using product from drugstores and ‘upgrade’ it to more expensive brands once they start working or when they have the money. It is also common for Asian to be using western products that are popular with the mass.



I think the drastic differences between Asian skincare products and Western skincare products are:



Choices for variety of skincare types

-I think Korean products really have a lot of skincare products for many skincare types. You can get moisturiser for acne prone, dry skin, big pores, sensitive and for age 30 years old.

I can’t get that from western products because most of the products produced are just for oily, teenagers’ skin type. I will break out even more if I use the wrong products.

There are skincare products market for certain skin types, age and concern. So, that makes it easier for me to find products according to my skin and problems.



Price

Many will say Asian skincare products are cheaper than Western skincare products. It is Yes and NO. Just like Western department brands and drugstore brands, it goes the same for Asian skincare products. Some of the brands like SKII, Sulwhasoo, Whoo and etc are high end brands that are priced the same if not equal like some western brands.

It is just that I will say there are more qualities products even among the cheaper brand like Nature Republic, Skinmiso, Thefaceshop,Innisfree, Secret Key, Missha and etc because of the competitions among the brands. So, we as the consumers can get good quality products even from roadshop brands.



Packaging

Western brands do not have fancy packaging because most of the time, the quality of the product is what matters and that with really sleek looking packaging comes with high cost as well. However, with competition from the East, I think many western brands has step up their game to look into their packaging now.



Asian brands especially Korean has such cute packaging that we felt sad to even throw away those boxes away which also makes their products really appealing to consumers like us. Who are not tempted by packaging by Etude House, Tony Moly and History of Whoo? So pretty.


Texture

I think there are many texture in the Asian skincare products than in the West. There is pudding, gel, foam, serum, mist, jelly, mochi and cream form of skincare products that I think it is impossible for one not able to find the type that they like.

Also the reason that there are so many names for different skincare products that it was so confusing if you are new to Asian skincare products. It doesn’t stick to their skincare products but also their sunscreen which has so many texture that one am surely lost at what to buy.

Western products are easier to choose from but because of it also, you do not much choice. I could say western cream is really much heavier than Korean cream. Most of the sunscreen also has heavier texture which I don’t really like.

However, I won’t say that all Asian skincare products are amazing or all are better than Western skincare products.



It is just matter of reading up the ingredients and avoid those that can potentially gives you allergy.


Innovations and trends
The trends and innovations really moved fast in Asian so the companies has to really churn out products that are really innovative and works wonderful for most skin types.  Thanks to that also we have so many products such as the snail’ cream, bb cream, cc cream, cushion and dupe for western products that really work wonderfully at affordable price.  Even sheet masks has been upgraded to cellulose and hydrogel masks.
Trends move really fast to entice and to fulfill the demands for skincare products here.  Most aim for beautiful skin than buying the latest makeup products here.  So, I think that is why there are more skincare products than makeup here in Asia.

Overall, I think there are things I like about Asian and Western skincare products.  Here is several recommendation that I will suggest you to look in you are interested to try Asian skincare products or just to add into your skincare regime or compare to western skincare products.



Asian skincare products

Japanese sunscreen or one made for Japanese- these are usually has very light texture and not clogging.

Korean Moisturiser for acne and summer- there are many types of moisturizers that are can fit skin types, age and also skincare concern.  However, if you want moisturiser for winter, look for western one because I find Asian moisturiser too light even if it is said for dry skin and not enough to moisturize the peeling skin.

Taiwanese and Korean sheet masks-there are many choices, cheap and works better than western one.


Dupe products:  There are many really famous dupe products such as dupe of Estee Lauder, dupe of SKII that have even better ingredients and it is more affordable.


Sleeping masks- these are really famous for the moisturizing properties and many leave the skin really moisturize.

Toner- generally Asian toner are better than Western toner. I find Asian toner more hydrating and less harsh on my skin.

Acne products-there is many products out there for every acne skin type and age which make it easier to choose.  Also it is less drying on skin. I will say look for moisturiser, toner and spot products for acne prone from famous Korean brands.

Brightening&whitening products-  Many are shocked that we want to 'whiten' our skin.  Actually it is more like having porcelain fair skin.  Asian dislike going darker than their natural skin colour.  The fairer the better actually.  So, whitening and brightening products are always in trend and more develop in Asian since there is always demand of light texture, pores reducing and gentle to the skin.


As for Western skincare products

Cleansers- I prefer the natural gel texture that is really different from Asian foam cleanser that doesn’t really suit my skin.  I think Western gentle cleanser are more PH balance that Asian cleanser.  Besides, the innovate Micellar cleansers started from the French brand Bioderma which I still do love.

Clay&mud mask-I think the clay&mud masks made by Western brands are stronger in terms of the effect on my skin.

Cream for winter-Western cream sure has thicker texture and more suitable for winter.  It is the one I will look for when my skin is too dry.

Oil- There is many oil products and essential oil that I do adore from the Western brand.  I guess it is because the effect of oil on my skin makes me have preference towards Western skincare products if I want to buy oil products.


Organic products- I love many of the organic brands but of course it is more expensive but it is more gentle and hydrating to my skin.

So, I think that is what I think about Western and Asian skincare products.  I will talk about Western VS Asian makeup products in another post since this is already too long.  Hopefully you will find this helpful.  If you are unsure of Asian skincare products do visit this link Here



WESTERN MAKEUP VS ASIAN MAKEUP


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Saturday, September 26, 2015

REVIEW ON MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S) AND GIVEAWAY

Hydrocolloid patches for pimples are good alternative than using our dirty hands to pop our skin that can potentially leave scars. Today, I am reviewing Acne Patch Day & Night (9+9’s) from Miacare.

There are 9 patches for night and 9 patches for day.  Both patches are seal individually so to avoid contamination of the products.  I think it is really for hygiene reason.  There is also graphic photos to show the steps on how to use which is really useful for first time user.

MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)
MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)

MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)
MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)


MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)
MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)

MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT
MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT

The day patches are thinner and not obvious on the skin unless you are standing very near me.
The night pacthes are stronger in terms of absorption of pus but of course it look more obvious on the skin.

Change it once the patches turn white or after 12 hours. If you do not have pimples, then it just stay looking like that without turning white.


MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)
MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)

There is no smell and once it is on the face, you can't see it.  I don't have pimples with visible pus but as you can see here, the area is red and hard, so I applied the Day patch on that area. The patches did a wonderful job of reducing the redness and suck up the pus from the under the skin!


If you are still with me,  here is a giveaway.  There are 3 Miacare Acne Patch 3’s sample for three winners.   

MIACARE ACNE PATCH DAY&NIGHT(9+9'S)



To enter:
-residing in Malaysia
-like my facebook page Here
-follow me Here
Contest start from 26/9/2015 to 4/10/2015

*edited-giveaway closed and winners will be contacted for prize dispatch.

-  Leave a comment on Why do you want to try Miacare Acne Patch?







Product retails for Rm14.50(Normal price). Made in Taiwan. Miacare products  are available at Watsons, Guardian and SaSa.

There are individual packs for Acne Patch Day and Acne Patch Night too:

- Acne Patch Day 12’s
- Acne Patch Night 12’s
- Acne Patch Day & Night 9+9’s


Product is sent for my consideration. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.


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KOREAN SKINCARE TIPS 3

Beauties,



I am really excited to share with you on some skincare tips I got from watching some of the Korean beauty shows.  Some of it are really useful and I have personally tried it myself.  For the past months, I have been under the weather and thus fewer posts XP. (lack of motivation)

Along that, I was actually thinking if anyone cares at all.  I think I wouldn't still be writing if not for readers who say they love, care and find my blog helpful.  Thank you again for patronising my blog and also leave comments.


So, while I feel motivated to write, I decided to share this skincare tips.  I already wrote about skincare tip and skincare tips2 so do check it out.


I am horrible in doing makeup and that is the reason I care more about using skincare products and the techniques.  I prefer to go out bare face than do the 'no makeup look'.



1.  The whitening pack mask-using powered red beans+ water and leave it on the face for 30 minutes.

2.  The cleansing- add aloe vera to the foam cleanser for a better clean and calm the acne/trouble skin.

3. Apple mask-apply the grated apple on the skin for 2minutes to peel the skin.  sensitive skin can wash of after 1min

4. Vitamin C- use vitamin C serum after the peeling. some use the vitamin C from body shop.  I love this Vitamin C serum from Korea.use vitamin at night or you will risk getting pigmentation and dark spots.

5.  Massage your face and neck for better absorption of skincare.

6.  Beer for soaking your feet to remove dead skin

7.  You can actually mix two types of cleanser for better cleansing.  Saw the girl actually mix a pore cleanser with a hydrating cleanser.

8.  Vitamin E doesn't really help with the scars.  Some people can get irritated by it.



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美容护肤

Friday, September 25, 2015

NEWS: SWISS LINE LAUNCH CELL SHOCK AGE INTELLIGENCE PERFECT SKIN


Swiss line, a revolutionary, anti-aging Swiss skincare brand with both a consumer and professional range, combines a proud heritage in the field of cellular therapy together with a scientific approach to product development and formulation.


Age Intelligence, a sub-family within the renowned Cell Shock collection, consist of products formulated to work not only on their own, but also in conjunction with invasive skincare procedures to optimize collagen production, modulate the skin`s chronic inflammatory responses, and give the skin a smoother, more even feel.

Perfect Skin is the newest addition to the Age Intelligence sub-family of Cell Shock.


Ever wonder how Hollywood`s elite never seem to have pimples, dry, flaky skin, blotches, wrinkles or sun damaged complexions when they walk the all-important red carpet?

Want to know their secret to perfect skin?


In the days leading up to the most glamorous event of the year - The Oscars, as well as other events, like premieres, fundraisers and gala balls, Hollywood`s A-list book appointments for glycolic peels and microdermabrasion treatments with celebrity dermatologists and facialists.

Why? Because the skin`s response to these treatments - mild inflammation - produces increased cell turnover and younger, healthier looking skin.
SWISS LINE CELL SHOCK AGE INTELLIGENCE PERFECT SKIN
SWISS LINE CELL SHOCK AGE INTELLIGENCE PERFECT SKIN



Cell Shock Age Intelligence Perfect Skin,Swiss line`s newest launch, in essence, combines the effects of these two treatments in one single product. It  brings together two anti-aging ingredients never before compatible: glycolic acid and stem cells, to gently peel the skin`s surface and simultaneously maximize cellular turnover and cellular revitalization.The result? Perfection!


The new product combines second generation Argan plant stem cells with a pharmaceutical grade concentration of glycolic acid by utilizing a bio-tech polymer, Lipidure®-PMB, that ensures their compatibility.

The highly anticipated launch of Perfect Skin ushers in a new era in glycolic treatments, and reaffirms Swiss line`s position as an innovative skincare brand.



SWISS LINE BY DERMALAB CELL SHOCK AGE INTELLIGENCE PERFECT SKIN
SWISS LINE CELL SHOCK AGE INTELLIGENCE PERFECT SKIN


 Perfect skin consist of Resurfacing Glycolic Lotion and 60 1-Month Youth Treatment Pads.


ACCORDING TO AN INDEPENDENT* STUDY** ON THE EFFECTS OF PERFECT SKIN...



• 94% NOTICED LONG-TERM ANTI-AGING BENEFITS

• 81% SAID THEIR SKIN APPEARED MORE RADIANT

• 71% SAW A REDUCTION IN LINES AND WRINKLES

• 86% THINK PERFECT SKIN IS AN ALTERNATIVE TO THEIR SKINCARE



* Skin Test Institute c/o Intercosmetica Neuchâtel SA



**1-month cosmetic use test of the product " Cell Shock Age Intelligence Perfect Skin". Open study on 33 healthy Caucasian female volunteers (no placebo, no binding conditions). Product applications were made at home (full face, 4-week, twice daily applications.





INGREDIENTS

The key actives in Age Intelligence Perfect Skin include:



AGE INTELLIGENCE COMPLEX
This innovative complex blends Cell Shock`s signature Cellactel 2 Complex, a biotech botanical complex that helps skin cells breathe, preserve energy and metabolize more effectively, together with Madecassoside® from Bayer, a pharmaceutical-grade botanical extract of Centella Asiaticaproven to modulate the skin`s chronic inflammatory conditions and rebalance the skin`s natural protection of the horny layer of the skin,giving it a smoother, more even feel.


LIPIDURE®-PMB
This bio-compatible polymer`s anchoring capacity enables: A) the safe use of glycolic acid on all skin types and; B) the compatibility of the combined formulation of an AHA together with active stem cells! Lipidure®-PMBis also known to facilitate skin hydration as it has a similar structure to the skin’s own phospholipid cellular membrane.


10% GLYCOLIC ACID&SECOND-GENERATION STEM CELLS
A 10% concentration of Glycolic Acid - known for its exfoliating properties and its use in treating fine lines, acne, blackheads, dullness and oiliness - has been combined in a low Ph solution with Argan stem cells- known to maximize the skin`s recovery and renewal rhythm, while strengthening the role of the dermal-epidermal junction.Vectorized in liposomes, the Argan tree stem cell extracts have been shown to regenerate the skin, reducing wrinkles up to -26% (according to in vivo tests where the Argan tree extracts were tested against a placebo) and improving the skin’s density, while tightening it. The Argan tree stem cells are referred to as “second-generation” stem cells as they target the dermal reservoir of stem cells, and not the epidermal stem cells.





Suggested Retail Price:190 CHF .Made in Switzerland.



Launch Date:End of October 2015


You can buy it at ShopSwissline for world wide order. Do check if it is delivered to your country.

As for Malaysia, Swiss line is available at Deftness Professional Beauty Centre (03 2698 5008 / 012 378 2684)at 3rd Floor, Pertama Complex (Jalan TAR)



There is ongoing selfies competitions on their instagram now =) .

(https://instagram.com/swissline.skincare/) with the hashtag‪#‎SwisslineSelfie‬ for a chance to win 1,000 CHF worth of your favorite Swiss line products.

For more information, please visit Swiss line official website , Swiss Line Facebook , Swiss line twitter and Swiss Line Instagram.


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SEAWEED NOODLES RECIPE


Dear readers,


Sorry that I didn’t have any food review or recipe this month because I was busy, sick and too stress up to be able to cook. Someone told me that she likes to read my food post and so here is one.

A simple recipe where anyone can cook.


I do this when I am busy and just want something with soup and after all seaweed is good for the body. Just don’t eat too much of it. > < Everything in moderation.


This is simply Chinese way of cooking so I am not sure about other Asian cooking. Nevertheless, it is easy =) .


SEAWEED NOODLES RECIPE
SEAWEED NOODLES RECIPE

SEAWEED NOODLES RECIPE
SEAWEED NOODLES RECIPE





Ingredients:

15g anchovies

600ml water

1 stalk of celery (up to your liking)

Slices of carrot

1g of seaweed

Fishballs

I packet of noodles(You can use different type of noodles )



1. Boil the water along with the anchovies and carrot for about 15minutes.

2. Then put in all the vegetables and boil in for another 5minutes.

3. Put in the noodles and boil until it is soft.



Try this simple recipe yourself =). It is not that difficult.

Thank you for reading.



No sponsored. The opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Monday, September 21, 2015

NEWS: SHOP WITH HASSLE FREE SHOPEE APP


I just recently came across an easy to use mobile app for you to turn your things into money! It is simple since what you need is just mobile.

 SHOPEE APP


So what is Shopee?

Shopee is a mobile marketplace designed for both buyers and sellers to enjoy fast, smooth and safe transactions. With our in-app functions, you can easily turn your clutter into cash and share the fun with your friends! Plus, Shopee Guarantee ensures that the seller ships only after the buyer has paid, and the buyer’s payment is transferred to the seller only after receiving the product. We aim to create a simple and secure mobile marketplace for everyone to buy and sell, anytime, anywhere.



Benefits of selling & buying on Shopee vs Instagram

Free for all

Shopee app is free for all smartphone users (Android and iOS) to download and use

 SHOPEE APP



Shopee does not charge in anyway, it is a platform for sellers to explore without having the concerns of payment.



Privacy matters

With ‘Chat’ function, conversation is kept within the app and personal between seller and buyer. Does not require the seller to expose personal contact details to buyers.

 SHOPEE APP



Easy payment

Buyers can make payment for all items via credit card and online banking. No hassle of having to go to the machine to make payment.

Sellers can avoid the hassle of having to cross check all bank transfer/payment made via credit card or online banking for their items. Shopee will do all the matching to ensure all payment is correct.

 SHOPEE APP




Shopee at your service

Shopee customer service is always a call away to provide support for all matters regarding Shopee service from payment, to delivery status right up to product quality.

 SHOPEE APP


Expand your horizons

With Shopee, as a seller you will be able to widen your customer base while for buyers, experience great deals and shop anytime, anywhere.

 SHOPEE APP


Social media

Share your favourite items or your own store with your friends and family on social media.

 SHOPEE APP






You can download the Shopee app HERE





Also here is the discount voucher for you to shop on Shopee

Code: ILOVESHOPEE
Code value: RM10.00

Usage: Shopee marketplace - storewide



T&C:

Valid with minimum spend of RM30.

Valid for one-time use only & applicable to all items in the Shopee marketplace.

Promo code must be entered at the Checkout page.

Applicable to payments involving Shopee Guarantee (credit card, onling banking & bank transfers only).



For more information, please visit official website, Shopee Instagram& Shopee Facebook,  the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.


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Saturday, September 19, 2015

REVIEW ON PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO FOR OILY SCALP


I had a wonderful moments with Phyto shampoo Here and I really adore their hair products. They don't just works phenomenal but are are gentle to my oily scalp. LOVE!

PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO

PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO

PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO

PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO


As usual, Phyto has such futuristic bottle and I love the design.

The shampoo bottle has a bigger cylindrical look but it contain the same amount of shampoo.Becareful when you pour the content because it is filled up to the cap and the solution is a watery.
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO



✓ preserve the beneficial flora of the scalp and reduce the presence of harmful germs
✓ Purify and effectively cleanse scalp and hair





PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA DAILY BALANCING SHAMPOO

Here is the ingredients list.  Phyto doesn't have any artificial colouring or anything that anything ingredients that can potentially harm the scalp or cause sensitivity.  Phytopanama has a ph of 6 -7 which is suitable to balance the ph on oily scalp.

PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA
PHYTO PARIS PHYTOPANAMA
Next good reason is because there is no thickener to thicken the texture of the shampoo which might irritate and clogged the scalp of people who has oily scalp.  So, next time, do check if the texture of the shampoo.

The shampoo foam up very little almost none at all but it does not mean that it is not cleaning the hair well.  In fact, the shampoo really cleanses my hair very well without any irritation.  My scalp is not too dry but very well balanced and I love it!  Even without any conditioner, my hair feels really soft and light.  It doesn't dry my hair at all even if I use it everyday.  How to fall in love with a shampoo that is so gentle, cleanses so well, smell so herbal and fabulous?

The shampoo itself is so good on its own that it save my pocket for I don't need to use conditioner or all those sort of hair mask at all.  Phyto brands also mentioned that there is no need for conditioner or other hair products for oily scalp as it can worsen the hair condition.  How not to like a brand that provide such honest and helpful tips?



I also loses lesser hair with every wash after I started using this Phytopanama daily balancing shampoo compare to before. Love this shampoo very much!




Next time if you have problem with your hair, do check out Phyto brands. Phyto sure has many really good amazing natural products and many usually return after their first try of their products.  I am sold too after trying their products. =)









Products retails at RM99.82 for 200ml. Made in France. You can find it in Guardian Online, Sephora and Isetan KLCC

 For more information, please visit Phyto Facebook Malaysia and Phyto official website.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2015

REVIEW ON TIMELESS TRUTH INSTANTANEOUS BRIGHTENING COOLING MASK

Hi Beauties,

This review is overdued.I just realise that it is sitting inside my draft for so long...hahahaha.
I got this mask recently from my haul here.  It is quite a famous mask from Taiwan.  Since, the weather is so hot, I decided to just try this cooling mask because I just can't stand the heat.  It is either so hot that even the ground cracked and the trees wilt or worried that it might flood anytime because it rains non stop.  So, to feel as if I am putting my face inside the freezer I decided to get this mask.


TIMELESS TRUTH INSTANTANEOUS BRIGHTENING COOLING MASK

TIMELESS TRUTH INSTANTANEOUS BRIGHTENING COOLING MASK


I do love the metallic blue packet.  The mask sheet is quite thick and it is durable.  It has cooling effect on the skin after I applied on the skin for about 2 minutes.  I can feel the cooling effect through the time the mask was on my face.  It does brighten up and hydrate my skin for few hours. My pores temporary look smaller too.

TIMELESS TRUTH INSTANTANEOUS BRIGHTENING COOLING MASK

I think it is not bad for the price.  It is good to use to reduce the size of the pores and for the cooling feeling that the mask provides.  A sure treat for the face for a weather or in summer.


Timeless Truth Instantaneous Brightening Cooling Mask
Timeless Truth Instantaneous Brightening Cooling Mask (Buy 1 free 1) RM8

There is 6% GST tax.
As I wrote it here, it is no longer available in the website I usually visit.  Not sponsored products.

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Sunday, September 6, 2015

NEW HEADER&BLOG DESIGN



Dearest readers,
Thanks for staying with me.  I was sick for the past few weeks and have not recovered yet.   Today, just wanted to share about this new header and template.


great skin&life blog header





Do you like my new template and header?  I know that for the past few years I have been using some free header and template.  I lost the photoshop software along with the laptop.  Besides, I am not good in editing my photos so that is one of the reason that many has to bear with my ugly header for quite some time until someone told me that many bloggers around the world are using the same header.  Thus, I changed it to a another header temporary until I come up with this one.

Thanks to readers who leave lovely comments in my blog and brands that has been very kind to me too.

I had messed up a lot of my previous free template so I have decided to discard it.  It was quite hard working with a free template and it took me a month to fix that up.

Currently, I am just using one of the simple blogger template. I edited, changes and add in some build in. It is easier to work with the template that blogger offer than with some free templates that only allows you to edit in HTML codes which just look like bunches of foreign language to me. > <

Do let me know if my blog is working fine or if you would like me to change the font or size for easier reading. I am not sure how it looks for your.

I am not a programmer and many of the changes are made with help from googling.  Some tips offer in some site doesn't work.  I added the drop down box but still figuring out how to actually link it without using the labels. Unlike Wordpress, Blogger doesn't have many function to offer.

If anyone wanted to edit their template, consider the concept, header, colours and words.  I think that itself has taken me quite a lot of time to just work on that.  Make sure you do put lots of thoughts into your header.


So, here it is. Hopefully you will like it.


No product or service review here.  Opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.


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Thursday, September 3, 2015

WISHTREND DISCOUNT CODES FOR SEPTEMBER 2015

Dearest beauties,
WISHTREND DISCOUNT CODES FOR SEPTEMBER 2015


September is here.  It is the month where the Mid Autumn festival mostly known as "Mooncake festival" or Lantern festival will be held.  There are many varieties of mooncakes now but it is generally sold in a very elaborate kind of box and it is very costly. If you are interested to read about the football mooncake I had received last year, Here is the link.

Now, let's move on. =P

Here is the discount code and freebies that you can get when you key in the code:


1. Wishtrend are giving the regular 10% discount with any purchase over USD 55. Coupon code cannot be combined with any other discount or voucher code.
Share code WISHSEP2015

2, For September  2015, customers will be receiving 1 FREE C21.5 sheet mask  as free gift with ANY purchaseHere is how it looks like.

Type this code: WISHGIFTSEP2015


You could use the promo code 06442512 to minus off USD5 from your shopping.
If you are new to Wishtrend, do register with this link HERE to get $5 off your first purchase

Don't know how to use it?  Here is how to use the promo code.
Here is also the tutorial on how to shop on Wishtrend website.


3. Free shipping zone products where you will get FREE SHIPPING with just buying that one item.
Even if you purchase just one single item from the Free Shipping Zone you will receive free shipping on your entire order! Even if that order contains items that are not from the Free Shipping Zone!


4.  If you are buying few items from Wishtrend, do check out their Special area where they have
Sol Kit, Wishtrend Box, Beauty Steal and Clearance.  Most of the time you can get the best deals out of Sol Lit(solution kit) and Wishtrend Box because it is usually cheaper than buying each products individually.
As for Clearance, it can't be refunded, returned and you can't use any discount coupon.


5.  If you are a blogger or youtubers and interested to become affiliated with Wishtrend, here is the link .  Do read up the FAQ since Wishtrend have just recently made changes to the system.



Free weekly gifts:
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MY WISH LIST OF TOP SKINCARE PRODUCT AND COSMETICS FROM WISHTREND

REVIEW ON KLAIRS MOIST SOOTHING CREAM

REVIEW ON KLAIRS RICH MOIST SOOTHING SERUM



REVIEW ON 23 YEARS OLD PERGILLUS 15SEC FOAM CLEANSER

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

REVIEW ON THE FACE SHOP REAL NATURE MASK LEMON



It is common to know that Asian love brightening skincare products and lemon is one of them. Lemon is famous for the brightening and lightening effect in many skincare products.


I did a review on the aloe Here and the rice mask too. Do check it out if you want to see how the mask looks like.  Lemon is the ingredients to look for if one is interested for brightening the skin =). However do be caution if you have red inflamed skin.
THE FACE SHOP REAL NATURE MASK LEMON
THE FACE SHOP REAL NATURE MASK LEMON 


THE FACE SHOP REAL NATURE MASK LEMON
THE FACE SHOP REAL NATURE MASK LEMON 








The Face Shop Real Nature Mask Lemon (1 Sheet)

The Real Nature Mask Lemon (5P) is made to add the perfect amount of moisture to your skin and make it fairer without any flaws. The sheets contain lemon extracts that gently work on your skin to remove dead skin cells and other unwanted impurities like dust and oils.

How to use:
Step 1: Apply the sheet on your face after thorough rinsing
Step 2: Leave it for a few minutes
Step 3: Gently rinse with water and wipe with cotton for best results



The sheet mask is big enough for my face and it smell of lemon.  There is extra essence which you can apply on your neck or knee.  The sheet mask is thin but hold a lot of essence.  There is some brightening effect on my skin and it is not drying =). Overall, choose lemon mask if you just want to brighten your or when your skin is dull.  Apply moisturiser after that to get better results =)

However, do be caution if you have sensitive skin.



The Face Shop Real Nature Mask Lemon
Product retails for RM6.90 per piece.
You can also get it from online shop such as Q-depot, testerkorea.

I redeemed it from this Muffin website. Registered and then collect points for reviewing products. It is a free sampling Malaysia website.

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Sunday, August 23, 2015

KOREAN BEAUTY 2015 TREND

Hi gorgeous,

I know that I am late in posting this but better late than never right?  So I am here is the latest 2015 Korean trends.

KOREAN BEAUTY 2015 TREND


Skin type


It is the glowing skin, poreless and fair skin here. The younger the skin looks, the better. Bronzer or darker kind of shadow is just to give the V shape to the face. I don’t think Asians like tan skin. It is always fair here.


Also the makeup is usually the “no makeup look”. So, most of the makeup usually look really natural. Besides, most prefer to invest their time into skincare than buying the latest makeup products.




DIY skincare products



I think there are already emerging brands that offer the opportunities to DIY their own skincare. However, I am not sure about the choice because from what I see, choice is still limited to few ingredients and skin type. Most of the ingredients are using essential oil which not everyone are suited to. However, some will opt to DIY their own because it doesn’t contain any preservatives or more ‘natural’.


The only thing I don’t suggest one to DIY their own will probably be sunscreen and serum. Those need to be made by professional in a secure laboratory to ensure their potency.




DIY cosmetics /recycle

Banila Co. VV Bouncing Cushion (SPF50+ PA+++)







Currently there are also bloggers that shows how to recycle makeup products into something else. I commonly saw the eye shadows and lipstick recycle into blusher, cc blusher cushion and also shadow sticks. I think the common one is to recycle your eyeshadow into nail polish.


I like the ability to make your own bb/cc cushion. You can actually mix up endless of products but since it is currently new and we have lacked of chemistry knowledge, then we are not sure of what will happen to the product on our skin in long run. One thing for sure, it might be cheaper than buying the readymade bb/cc cushion since we can just use our foundation or bb creams and turn them into cc cushion.


Again DIY products usually don’t last long as those made in the sterile environment of the laboratories. Still you can make use of those products that you do not use into something that you can use right?



Skincare products

Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence


I wouldn’t say that Korean brands has all their skincare in ‘organic’ form but most of the brands try to make their skincare products safe from harmful ingredients. So, do read the ingredients up if you are particular about free from paraben, synthetic ingredients or dye.  Fermented products are still in trend and more natural products will be be included in their skincare products.




Famous skincare products and cosmetics that are currently in trend for 2015.


Most of the products became famous after appearing in the Beauty shows

Berrisom Animal masks
Animal masks

Animal masks-there are many brands now that came up with fun looking animal mask and also there is some geisha looking mask. It started in Japan I think.


Elisha Horse oil
Horse oil

Horse oil-this ingredients came out for it moisturizing properties and even many celebrities were using it. It is mainly for dry skin type so I avoid this.


I'm from Honey mask
Honey mask
Honey-honey trend just make its come back in form of the I’m from honey mask which quickly becomes loved by Korean. It is a mask for every type of skin.


Donkey milk
Donkey milk toner

Donkey milk-this one came out as one of the anti ageing skincare products in sleeping pack. Not sure how it will work



Gold mask- this is a new trend of applying the gold mask on the face which turns rubbery after that. There are few brands that currently make this mask but I am not sure on how famous it is compared to the honey mask.  Many said that their face look so glowing after using gold mask.


Lip tint pack
Lip tint pack

Berrisom Lip tint pack-this is a pack where it is like a tattoo for the whole day.


24hours makeup-2015 is about producing cosmetics that can last the whole day without clogging or disappearing after few hours. These products are tattoo which doesn't disappeared after just one application.  There is the lip tint, eyeliner and eyebrow.



Cushion makeup-here come the cushion blusher and cushion eyeliner after the cushion swept the world beauty cosmetics.


Skinfood pore fit cushion bottle
Skinfood pore fit cushion bottle

Cooling products- Skinfood pore fit cushion bottle is a cooling cushion in form of a bottle that you shakes vigorously. It really cool down the skin for a smaller looking pore. I saw many people were already asking for it here but the products haven't reach my country yet. The coverage is light to medium.
The Face Shop Natural Sun Ice Air Puff Sun
The Face Shop Natural Sun Ice Air Puff Sun

The Face Shop Natural Sun Ice Air Puff Sun and O HUI’s Sun Science Moisture Cooling Sunblock are sunscreen that comes in form of a bottle for cooling session too. It is not a mist.

COSRX Apple Zone Power Patch
COSRX Apple Zone Power Patch

Shara Shara Baby Foot Peeling Mask (40ml)
Shara Shara Baby Foot Peeling Mask (40ml)


Patches- you name it, the Korean have it for whatever patches that you need. Be it for butterfly zone on the face, the apple zone, the legs, arms, waist,lips, eyes or even for the neck. These patches are for variety of reasons and because of the convenience.



Let me know if there are trends that I have probably forget to mention here.

Have you tried any of the beauty trend or is any of the trend of interest to you?



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