Review: Pink Sugar Our Lil' Secret Concealer in Light Medium

Hello gals its becoming harder and harder to wake up each day. Holiday fever is in the air~ Imagine my surprise when I ride the train today and there is no queue! Due to daily traffic and pollution I still get breakouts every now and then and I remember getting this before my Japan trip when I looked for a reliable concealer, let me review Pink Sugar Our Lil' Secret Concealer.


What is it? 

Pink Sugar Our Lil' Secret Concealer in Light Medium 
With cucumber fruit and chamomile extracts

Full Coverage with Vitamin A, C, E and Aloe Vera

Directions: Apply under the eye or on other uneven spots on the face, blend well. 

13g/.46oz
Comes in 4 shades: Light, Light Medium, Medium and Medium Deep. 

Packaging 
Pink Sugar offers their concealer in a handy dandy plastic tube, its easy to bring too due to its size. I have tried tub, doe foot applicator concealers as well and I must say handy tubes like this is what I prefer.

No paraben. So all good (?)

Experience 
Our Lil' Secret Concealer is my first product from Pink Sugar. I am looking for a heavy duty concealer and the search led me to Pink Sugar. As I check the 4 shades available I found out that the lightest one can pass up as a highlighter. The color is super light! That is why I chose the Light Medium which is the shade that leans to natural. The shade has yellow undertone (not grayish! yes!) which makes it close to my skin tone.

Our Lil' Secret Concealer has no particular scent, but it does smell like a regular concealer. The small opening of the tube dispenses just the right amount of thick cream. I tried it on my dark spots and it covers up well, however I noticed that it clings on dry spots of my face. It also accentuates pores, good thing that I use primer before my makeup.

This concealer also dries fast so I also need to blend fast, this is a con bur the pro is when the cream dries, the finish is matte and budge proof. I only use my finger on application with dab motion but for precised spot correction you may apply it with a beauty blender sponge or brush for precise spot correction. About the longevity, its really long lasting because I only need to apply once but it dries quite fast. The cream dries like its cement and it doesn't budge. I apply it on top of my liquid foundation and under my finishing powder. Another con is that it appears visible on flash camera shots. It highlights instead of covering up my skin secrets! Lol. No to flash cameras when I wear this.

I have a pimple huhu. And so I applied by dabbing motion and there you go.

How much and where to buy? 

P349 available at Pink Sugar kiosks in malls nationwide. I got mine at Landmark Trinoma.

What I love 

• Packaging
• Long lasting
• Yellow based shades which is perfect for Pinays
• Affordable
• Contains a lot of product
• Brightens under eye area but liquid formula is better IMO
• Doesn't cake
• Buildable coverage (Medium to heavy)
• Opaque 
• Creamy texture
• Covers dark spots 
• May accentuate pores
• No breakouts
• Not oily
• Budge proof matte finish
• Very light on the face

What I don't 

• Dries fast
• May highlight dry patches
• I need

TIPS 
Dab dab motion on the spots for better coverage

Will I repurchase?
YES!

Overall~ 
Our Lil' Secret Concealer is my very first product from Pink Sugar and its good. The coverage, price and longevity is a thumbs up! The old concealers I've tried are not as good as Pink Sugar concealer, this is my favorite concealer so far.

Have you tried Pink Sugar products yet? Let me know your favorite product from them in the comments! 

My Wild Wild West Costume in our Company's last Christmas Party, meep!

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All-NEW Céleteque DermoCosmetics Products On Beauty Experts’ Wish Lists

Proper skin care and a deft hand with makeup are often considered two essential weapons in a woman’s arsenal when it comes to being confident in her looks, but we are also often warned about the way makeup can dry out and grease up the skin, working against the effects of good skin care. Céleteque’s dermatologists, however, see no reason why the products that even out skin tone, highlight lips or eyes or cheeks, and bring color and drama to our looks shouldn’t also help ensure the health of our skin, the basic canvas we have to work with.

This is why Céleteque has continuously grown in popular demand for its DermoScience skin care products, and even more so for its DermoCosmetics line.  Céleteque DermoCosmetics are all dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic, perfectly blending the enhancing effects of cosmetics with the nurturing benefits of expert skin care. Now, the fave dermo-grade brand has expanded beyond its original offerings to include seven more all-NEW makeup products that offer a “perfect combination” of skin benefits: protects and nourishes your skin, as well as make skin look radiant and beautiful.

Learn more about the new products below:

All About The Base: Base and Face Products

Joining the Matte CC Powder, Dark Spot Concealer Stick, and 24-hr Photoready Foundation in Céleteque DermoCosmetics’ all-face products line are the 24-hr Photoready Matte Primer, CC Micro-Hydrating Powder, and 2-in-1 Eyebag Miracle Kit.

The Céleteque DermoCosmetics 24-hr Photoready Matte Primer (P825) helps your makeup look flawless for longer, thanks to its silky, weightless formula that minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines and reduces shine for a smooth, flawless look. Four components help this happen: Polymethyl Methacrylate to minimize pores, fine lines, and wrinkles; Silica for oil control and to give your skin a silky-soft and matte look and feel; and Dimethicone and Dimethicone Crosspolymer, which work together to form a protective barrier on the skin and helps your makeup last longer.

The Céleteque DermoCosmetics CC Micro-Hydrating Powder (P930) comes in light porcelain, classic natural, and deep beige shades. It hydrates your skin while controlling oil and shine and has SPF 30 to provide double sunscreen protection—a must-have in climates like ours! The pot containing the powder features an autogrinding technology that gives you an ultrafine and hydrating powder that evens out your skin complexion and is easy to blend. With a few twists, it provides just the right amount of product you need. It contains Hydraulic Acid to replenish the skin and help it retain moisture, Silica to reduce excess oil and give your skin a silky-soft finish, and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) to hydrate and nourish the skin even further.

Say goodbye to raccoon eyes with Céleteque DermoCosmetics’ 2-in-1 Eyebag Miracle Kit (P745), which is a two-component solution to the dark circles under your eyes that may be caused by poor sleep, allergies, hormone levels, or even the food you eat or the genes you’re born with. The kit contains an Eye Balm to reduce puffiness under the eye and an Eye Foundation in light, natural, and beige shades to cover and lighten your eyebags. Ingredients include the trademarked Cytobiol Lumin-eye to reduce puffiness and under-eye bags; Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) to nourish, hydrate, and firm up the skin, minimizing lines under the eyes; and antioxidants like Ubiquinone, Squalane, and Ginkgo Biloba leaf extract, all of which help prevent further skin damage.

Puckers and Flushes: Lip and Cheek Products

The bloom of youth and health can be enhanced with Céleteque DermaCosmetics’ lip and cheek products; the Matte Lip Stick, Blush & Face Contour Kit, and Cheek Color Stick have become must-haves in womens’ kikay kits, but now you may want to consider the convenience of Moisturizing Lip & Cheek Duo or the luscious effect of the Ultra-Nourishing Lip Lacquer.

If you’re on the go and need a one-stop-shop solution to add some bloom to your look, you may just find the Céleteque DermoCosmetics Moisturizing Lip & Cheek Duo (P665), available in Rosy Blush and Soft Berry, is a lifesaver. This oil-free and streak-free mousse contains Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), which acts as an antioxidant that protects your lips and cheeks from free radicals that lead to dryness, as well as Sodium Hyaluronate and Glycerin, which help your skin retain moisture better, making it firmer, softer, and smoother for a more youthful appearance.

For an extra-kissable pout, you’ll definitely want to carry around the Céleteque DermoCosmetics Ultra-Nourishing Lip Lacquer (P545), which is lightweight, smooth, and non-greasy and comes in three shades: Natural Nude, Soft Pink, and Velvet Red. This gel-based lip moisturizer will keep your lips soft and supple all day, thanks to a formulation that includes the hydrating and moisturizing Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), castor seed oil, and Panthenol, all of which contribute to softer, smoother lips.

Eye: Eye Products

If the eyes really are the windows to the soul, you’ll definitely want to make sure they look gorgeous. Céleteque DermoCosmetics’ 24-hr Lashes Volumizer and Eyebrow Nourishing Serum can go a long way to helping you pretty up your peepers, but they’ll be even more effective when you add the all-new Eyebrow Defining Kit and Long-Wear Eyeshadow Palette to your beauty arsenal.

The Céleteque DermoCosmetics Eyebrow Defining Kit is a 2-in-1 formulation of Tinted Wax and color-complementing Eyebrow Powder containing Shea Butter and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) to moisturize and smoothen your brow area, as well as Argan Kernel Oil to ease the blending process. The overall effect is easy-to-achieve definition for your brows.

Get those peepers to pop with the easy-to-blend lightweight Primer and naturally toned eyeshadow found in the Céleteque DermoCosmetics Long-Wear Eyeshadow Palette (P725). The product contains Shea butter, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), and Evening Primrose Oil, all of which help keep your lids moisturized and smooth and make the elements easy to blend.

Celeteque DermoCosmetics are available at all Watson’s stores nationwide. 

*Reviews on All-NEW Céleteque DermoCosmetics Products in my next posts beauties, stay tuned!

Review: Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion

Hi gals! This week is Christmas party week! I am sure all of you have your own unique Christmas theme for your parties. Ours is 'cowboy themed' and it was easy to look for costume because its casual, except for the hat and boots which I both don't own at the moment. I am all crazy with hydrating products nowadays. For all I know I have been lemming on Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion for years already. I gave in to my never ending curiosity and finally bought a bottle. Was it worth it?

Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion Review

What is it? 
Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion looks clear like a toner but is actually a moisturizer that instantly hydrates skin.

Ingredients : Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Disodium Succinate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethycellulose, Methylparaben, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Succinic Acid - no paraben! : )

Packaging
The bottle fits the grip of a hand and its made of plastic. It contains 500ml of product and its full when I got it, well other product container are like 3/4 full when you buy them. Hada Lobo is sold anywhere in Japan drugstores, however its not the same case in Manila. Anyways, getting back, the bottle is transparent and I can see the product inside but there are no english translations on it, not even the name of the product. I needed the help of Google so I can be sure that I am buying the correct product. Huhuhu.

Experience
Yay I am so happy to get Hada Lobo after years of thinking, LOL. When you want something so bad its better to give in than to think about it all the time. The name is so long: Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion, but fret not on the term acid. One of hydraluronic acid's feature is its capability to replenish a lot of moisture! One gram (0.03 ounce) of hyaluronic acid can hold up to six liters of water. This link has a lot of info and also this.

The moisturizer is thick transparent gel with no scent. Its best applied with clean fingers, about a peso size amount and spread it on. It is quite sticky for me, but it doesn't feel heavy. It is not absorb instantly when its applied, shown below.

After makeup removal and face cleansing I apply the moisturizer with clean fingers, about a peso size amount. They say its best to rub the gel between the hands to warm it up and do the pat pat technique. I use it both on my face and neck. I need to wait for a minute for the product to be fully absorbed.



The skin feels hydrated afterwards though, but also feels like its not fully absorbed yet even after massaging it on the skin.

On my face, the case is the same but I like it because my face is usually dry. When I wake up in the morning my skin looks supple and radiant than usual. Also, I am not sure if its only me but my pores look smaller whenever I apply Hada Lobo Acid Lotion. There are days that I forget to put on Hada Lobo, and my skin is back to normal. I guess to keep up the hydration effect I need to continue using it, but its good while the effect lasts.

How much and where to buy?
I got this for about less than 800 yen. I will update exact price when I see the receipt. I bought this on Don Quijote in Sakae, they have discounts and they offer tax free shopping. In Manila I see these being sold at The Pop Up Store Trinoma before, not sure about the pricing.

What I love 

• Actually cheap because this will last long on me
• Full bottle! (meow)
• Wake up to radiant skin
• Contains hydraulic acid - for the price
• Hydrates skin
• Doesn't break me out
• No scent
• Smaller pores
• Safe and gentle on my skin

What I don't 

• Sticky
• Takes time to be absorbed
• Not officially available in Manila yet

Will I repurchase? 
YES! I want to 

Overall~ 
Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion is a good buy if you want a gentle moisturizer that wont break the bank. I cannot question its hydrating powers and the fact that its gentle on my skin is also a big plus. Hada Lobo is definitely a keeper, only if its available in Manila. I can say in korean skincare this may equate to Aloe Vera gel of Thefaceshop though, also the latter is cheaper. I was thinking of a side by side comparison review?

Is it possible to do Yay.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS MINNA-SAN~ <33

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Han Hyo Joo - 사랑 거즛말이 (Love, Lies) (Souljigi) (Romanized)

I have finally found the romanized lyrics for Love Lies (Souljigi) sang by Han Hyo Joo. I just want to share, just in case you've also watched the movie and the song is still the reason for your 'Last Song Syndrome'. *winks*

Han Hyo Joo - 사랑 거즛말이 (Love, Lies) (Souljigi)  

(Romanized)
-Composed by Yeram Sung-

keojeunmari geojeunmari 

im nal sarang keojeunmari 

im nal sarang keojeunmari 

keojeunmari

Sarang sarang keojeunmari

kkume bwehn-dan mari
geu deouk keojeunmal 

nal kachi jam ani omyeon 

eoneu kkume bwehri 

a- 

a- 

a- a-eu- 

sarang keojeunmal sarang keojeunmal 

sarang keojeunmariroda 

kkume boin daneun mari 

deo deouk deo deouk keojeunmarini 

sarang keojeunmal 

sarang keojeunmal keojeunmari 

sarang keojeunmariroda 

a sarang 

a sarang 

keojeunmal 

Credits:
I've used Kreah's Korean Romanizer to translate the lyrics from Hangul.
Oh how I wish I can do it on my own. Anyways, hope you enjoy!

 

Review: J.TOMAS Hair Solutions' NO-TANGLE Leave in Hair Mist

TGIF!!! Hi pretty ladies our review for today is about my new hair buddy. Right now I am still a blonde head and its really hard to comb my hair during the mornings. Washing my hair and drying it can be a pain especially every mornings. To make sure that my hair will not be a pile of mess later I use: J.TOMAS Hair Solutions' NO-TANGLE Leave in Hair Mist.

CREDITS: Jtomas

What is it? 
J.TOMAS Hair Solutions' NO-TANGLE Leave in Hair Mist is a weightless, pre-styling instant conditioner that detangles hair without greasiness.

Packaging
Sturdy plastic packaging

Experience
I have naturally unruly dry hair, I only use big tooth comb to take care of my tresses. Ever since I've bleached my hair I know my mornings won't be the same again. I needed the help of conditioner and leave on to make my hair manageable. The last time I've used J.TOMAS Hair Solutions' NO-TANGLE Leave in Hair Mist was when I still have brown hair. I was wondering how it will fare on bleached hair?

First thing, the scent is fresh and light. The liquid is grayish and the atomizer works really well. A few sprays on my hair makes it real easy to comb out. My hair is usually like rubber like when damp, however it is not the case with J.Tomas Hair Mist, although it doesn't give moisture it makes it real manageable. Its light and non sticky on my hair like I did not put on anything. It only works as it promised. It didn't weigh hair down but made it frizz free. If you have dry hair though you may still need to apply hair shine or something to make your hair look nice with sheen.

How much and where to buy? 
Php 165 for a 100 ml bottle. It only comes in one size and it only lasted for a month with everyday use. I bought this at Watsons.

What I love 

• Spray function works well
• Makes my hair manageable
• Light and non-sticky
• Affordable 
• Accessible product

What I don't 

• Nothing I can mention

TIPS 
Slightly damp hair is best time to use this hair mist, just spray it on and style as usual.

 Will I repurchase? 
Yes! This is my 2nd bottle already

Overall~
I recommend J.TOMAS Hair Solutions' NO-TANGLE Leave in Hair Mist for girls with unruly hair who doesn't want frizz on their every morning. Its affordable and simply works as promised.

What is your favorite hair leave on or hair mist? Share it with me on the comments! : )


 

5 Hair Dyes to Get Shade of Pink

Hi beauties! What is your favorite color? Well mine is pink, this blog makes it too obvious, lol. Have you ever thought of having your hair tinted with your favorite color? Well I do. But most of the vibrant pink dyes are only available out of the country. In Manila I found out that there are hair dye brands which released shades of are brown with a hint of pink. A good option if you prefer a safe colors especially in Manila wherein striking colors are not a trend. Work and school won't allow too much pinks anyway, hehe. I think these hair dyes are great if you only like a shade of pink in your tresses. I haven't tried any of them yet, but I want to give a heads up that there are brands that offer exciting colors than the normal brown and blonde shades.

LEVEL 1: Liese Creamy Bubble Color in Rose Tea 
This shade is more like purplish rather than pink. I think this will suit you if you like a sheen of purple pink shade in your hair.

LEVEL 2: Schwarzkopf Champagne Pink

It looks orangey pink shade. The reviews for this brand is quite limited.

LEVEL 3: Lolane Z-Cool Color with Hokkaido Milk Extract in Sakura Yogurt

This is new from Lolane, I've tried Lolane but not the Z-Cool variety of hair dye. They have various options from greenish ash blonde to pinks!

If you are thinking of dyeing your hair with a hint of pink, why not try one them? Anyone who used any of the brands yet?


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Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated 
 

Review: QUICKFX No-Shine Mattifier

Its been a while since I've last used a primer. A good friend (Hi Alyssa!) recommended me to try QUICKFX No-Shine Mattifier as my makeup primer. I was supposed to buy this before I went to Japan but the Watsons branches I visited were out of stock! I was wondering, how good could this be? One thing to find out, to try it out myself!

And so I searched high and low and I was lucky to stumble QUICKFX in Watsons Farmers Cubao. Kyaa, finally.

What is it? 
QUICKFX says:
Absorbs oil to control shine for a smooth, matte finish, conceals fine lines and pores for visibly radiant skin instantly. 
Actives: Salicylic Acid, Chamomile, Tea Tree Extract and Mattewax

A light moisturizer that helps hide imperfections such as fine lines and pores while proividing an exception smooth matte finish. Also helps prevene and treat pimples without drying out skin. 

Looking further into the ingredients is contains paraben. Its said to be made in Korea.

Packaging 
Just by looking the package is pretty simple and straightforward sachet with a handy resealable cap. The packaging slightly changed actually because before Quickfx doesn't have a cap, its just plain foil which you have to tear. Its quite messy and unhygienic IMO, glad they came up with this new packaging.

Experience 
I have tried QUICKFX eyelift cream and Pimple eraser before as well and I know their products are pretty good however its my first time to try QUICKFX No-Shine Mattifier which is said to be a moisturizer. Hmm... so technically its a moisturizer, pimple cream and primer in one. That is 3 good effects with just one product. Too good to be true? Let's see.

The  dispenses just the right amount of product each and every time. The cream is velvety, not sticky and spreads easily on the skin. Its a colorless cream with no scent.I only need a little amount to cover up my whole face. It covers big pores well but not to the point that it wont be visible at all. It just makes it look smaller because the cream fills up the pores. Got it? Hope I am making sense here. Hehe.

I still do my skincare routine before primer and before doing my makeup. However QUICKFX says its also okay to use the No-Shine Mattifier on top of the makeup,which I also tried. Using it on top of my makeup makes my pores less visible than the first application. It doesn't highlight dry patches, but I am not sure if it does moisturizes my skin though because I still use moisturizer underneath.

I've worn the primer all day with my usual makeup look. With my heavy bb cream in place which almost always oils up in the mid day I ended up with a not so oily face in the evening! I only perspired and all, but my makeup is still there and there is no oil galore end of the day look. I am impressed.

How much and where to buy? 
P99 for 10g sachet product. I found it at Watsons Farmers, but should also be available in the other branches if its not out of stock.

What I love 

• Doesn't make me oil up
• Mattes face
• Primes face for makeup
• Blurs pores by making it look smaller
• Not sticky
• Spreads easily on the skin
• Makes my makeup long lasting
• No scent
• Travel friendly because its in a sachet form
• Did not broke me out
• Economic because a little goes a long way
• No heavy sticky feeling
• Light on the skin
• Most affordable primer I've used so far

What I don't 

• Always out of stock

TIPS 
Bring this prod with you, you can reapply if you like to stay matte without using powder

Will I repurchase? 
YES.

Overall~ 
So far so good. It works as a primer, blurs pores and it doesn't break me out. For the price, I can't complain. I recommend this to girls oily and dry alike who are sensitive with pore clogging primers. This is also perfect under bb cream, kudos to Quickfx for this cheap but effective product.

Related Link: https://www.facebook.com/quickfxph

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I just turned one year younger, like really. I am so eager to dance Whattaman by IOI! Kyaaa~
Here is one of my birthday photos that I want to share. Bearhugs everyone!!!~ <3

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Review: Loreal Paris Micellar Water 3 in 1 in Moisturizing

My skin is not as good as it usually is these days. Thus resulted into piling more makeup than usual. I find it harder to remove all traces of makeup with my current skincare regimen. Here comes micellar water. I first read about it from beautymnl, there are several brands that released their own versions. So when I found out about a new type of makeup remover, I immediately thought of trying it out. Maybelline, Biore and Loreal released their own micellar water, however the brand I've seen available in Watsons is Loreal Paris Micellar Water. Loreal Paris is currently available in 2 variants: moisturizing (pink variant) and refreshing (blue variant). I got Loreal Paris Micellar Water 3 in 1 in Moisturizing because I have pretty combination skin but more of dry nowadays.


What is Micellar Water?
Breakthrough micellar molecules captures makeup and impurities like a magnet!

Loreal says: Unique micellar molecules act like a magnet to remove makeup residue and impurities from skin thoroughly. 3-in-1 actions: Cleanse, Remove Makeup, Soothe. Watery texture, skin is left clean, pure and hydrated.

How to use:
1.) SOAK - Saturate a cotton pad
2.) PRESS - Press pad activating the magic micelles to remove make up impurities
3.) PROOF - wipe face and see proof on pad! Quick, easy, just swipe - your everyday cleanser

Packaging
The rectangular bottle is unique but might be quite bulky due to its shape. The cap is easy to open, not to mention that I really like the hot pink color of course. But be careful on dispensing the liquid because you might apply too much. Because its heavy, it might be hard to control the amount of product you get with each use, so be extra, extra careful.

TADAH! See its an easy open bottle.

A closer look at the back of this big bottle!~

Ingredients: Aqua/water, hexylene glycol, glycerin, rosa gallica flower extract, sorbitol, poloxamer 184, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, disodium edta, propylene glycol, bht, polyaminopropyl, biguanide (F.I.L B183438/2)

I did a bit of research on the ingredients, and here is what I found out:

Aqua/water

This is given already, as obvious at it is, the main content is water. :)

Hexylene glycol

A solvent/viscosity agent used to thin our heavy consistency products

Glycerin

May be naturally derived from plant oils but can also be produced synthetically, its used to prevent loss of moisture.

Rosa gallica flower extract

Fragrant extract

Sorbitol

Sorbitol is used as flavoring agent but also prevents moisture loss. 

Poloxamer 184

Poloxamers help in forming emulsions, in this case, helps in dissolving dirt! It cleans skin by helping water to rinse away oil and dirt.

Disodium cocoamphodiacetate

Helps water to rinse away dirt and oil.  Its made from fatty acids from coconut oil which may be called coconut acid.

Disodium edta

A preservative used to enhance cleaning capabilities of cosmetics. This ingredient is the key for rinse-off products that inherently require water to come into contact with the skin. In this case, it simply binds in dirt etc when we use the product on our skin.

Propylene glycol

A hyhydrating agent easily absorbed by skin

BHT (Butylated hydroxytoluene)

A preservative and antioxidant which helps fight deterioration of cosmetics because of chemical reactions with oxygen

Polyaminopropyl biguanide (F.I.L B183438/2)

Used as synthetic preservative.

Experience
Loreal is my first micellar water brand so I didn't know what to expect. I mean there are already a lot of makeup removers in the market and I've tried several brands also. What can a new makeup remover with a new name do? Well Micellar Water is straightforward, water. Similar to water, it also has no scent. Having no high expectations on my first usage, I proceeded to use it with a cotton ball. The bottle is big and I had a bit of a hard time on getting just the right amount of product on my first attempt. I have cleaned my face on a circular motion. Since my makeup is quite heavy I know I would be using a lot of cotton.

Lots of cotton! Insert gross emoticon here

The solution unbelievably feels like pure water. On my eyes it did not sting my eyes at all, I just let the cotton pressed unto my eyes longer to remove the mascara and eyeliner. No, it was not removed instantly, but I haven't tried any makeup remover that does this job in one go. So I am cool with it.

On my skin, it did not leave an oily feel after use. Circular motion with a few cotton balls did the trick. And did you know Loreal Paris Micellar Water is also offering no rinse formula? Yes, like WTH, really? Okay so I am a bit skeptical with no rinse formulas. Why? I am really prone to acne, breakout, blackheads, whiteheads. Skin problem you say? Name it, I might have it. Lol. Truly, I am scared to try this no rinse feature of micellar water. However gals, for the love of blogging and of course out of curiosity on how it will fare, I have tried this. I even skipped moisturizer just to make sure that whatever reaction I will get will only be from the Loreal Paris Micellar Water itself only. Holy guacamole, I woke up to somehow, smaller looking pores and radiant looking skin. I understand now why its called 3 in 1. It doesn't just cleanse and remove makeup. It really moisturizes the skin as well. It can pass up as toner for me. If you have been double cleansing, I recommend that you try Loreal Micellar Water! Yes, thank me later. Hoho~

I am using this baby for days already and I have a bad breakout prior to discovering this. However every morning its like my face is being healed, not tightness, no dryness. It soothes and clears my skin from dirt and makeup without any rubbing nor rinsing. Its just bare hydrated skin with each use. I can't believe how a really gentle product can do wonders for my skin. Before I was in a doubt, if its water based and too gentle, then maybe it won't work? I am so used to harsh chemicals so this is something new for me. Any skin type can use this product, its very effective and gentle. It simply dissolves the dirt and impurities, it just simply works.

How much and where to buy?
P225 for 250ml bottle

What I love

• Affordable
• Economic- will last long even with everyday usage. 
• Available in the malls!
• Unique bottle shape (although it makes it hard to control product flow)
• Water like consistency
• No oily film residue after makeup removal
• No greasy feel 
• Moisturizing
• It serves as makeup remover but doubles up as toner
• No irritation
• No tight skin feeling
• Soothes skin, I wake up to better skin each day
• No rinse formula
• No rubbing needed to remove waterproof cosmetics
• Light on the skin
• Effective
• Dissolves impurities, not just wiping it off
• Very gentle
• Hypoallergenic
• Perfect for oily and dry skin
• Hydrated skin after usage
• No scent

What I don't

• Nothing I can mention

Will I repurchase?
Yes! I am also eyeing other brands of Micellar Water but Loreal Paris Micellar Water is so far so good!

Overall~
I can sing nothing but praises for Loreal Paris Micellar Water 3 in 1 in Moisturizing. Its hypoallergenic so it can work even on sensitive skin. Oily or dry skin can use this product as well. It can double up as toner as well and will make you forget your moisturizer. Its indeed a 3 in 1 product that lives up to its promise. Perfect for lazy evenings of busy guys and gals. This product is effective yet fits the budget, I say see the effects for yourself. Cheers!

My new kitten, Eew loves Loreal Paris Micellar Water 3 in 1 as well!

*I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc. please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)comItems were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated
 

Beauty Goodies from my Japan Trip

Hello beauties, Happy Tuesday! Have you seen the 'Super Moon' last night? I was not able to get a good glimpse because of some reason but I saw cool photos in facebook. Boy it was beautiful~ :)

I want to include a short sneak peek on my next reviews. I had a quick beauty shopping in Japan during my last trip. Actually on the way to shopping, when we went to the subway station we asked one girl for directions. She is very kind and she have this pretty pink cheeks I adore. I took courage to ask what brand of blush does she use? Can you guess what brand it is? Read till the last part of this post!

To those who might be curious, the best places to buy these are at Don Quijote and Aeon Shopping Malls. Both offers tax free shopping and lower than ordinary prices. However take note also that there are some items that might only be available in drugstores. Ehem, lezz start!

Biore Facial Foam

I intend to give this to my sister ehem ehem. I am not sure if we have this here in Manila.

San Sophia Whip Premium Cleansing Foam

This product is said to work like Shiseido Perfect Whip, it was on sale so yeah I gave in to my curiosity.

Biore Marshmallow Facial Wash

I love the cutesy pink push bottle packaging. 

Cezanne Eyebrow Powder in 01

I was looking for something I can put on my brows. I like how it have 3 colors similar to the shadow I also purchased.

Cezanne Eyeshadow in 01

I never tried this brand before, but I really really love the shimmer shadows of the pretty japanese girls I see on the streets. Its a dreamy beautiful shimmers.

Lip Baby Color Fruits Lip Balm in Peach Pink

For my sister again, well its an early Christmas gift? Its a lightly tinted balm with UV protection.

Lip Baby Fruits Lip Balm in White Peach Flavor

I also bought something for myself, its just fruity with white peach flavor but no color, it also have UV protection!

-oOo-

Okay so please never mind that I bought a bunch of facial cleansers! >_<" Actually I originally intend to buy Biore Make up remover or Kose but I cannot find the variant I wanted. The description are all in japanese, for tourists, like me its hard to buy stuff of course when I can't stand a thing. Luckily I have google for this, I just check out the image of the product I want to buy. Not in pictures, I also have Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion, The Faceshop Oil Clear Blotting Powder and Etude House Color My Brows. The korean brands are not from Japan, I actually got them in Changgi Airport. YAY!~

Before I end the post, the beautiful pink blush was actually Shiseido Maquillage PK200! It costs JPY 3500 in the airport Duty Free. I was not able to spot it on the places I've been. Its expensive but I dream to get one someday. The kind lady showed me the actual package. Hoho~

So that sums up my quick sneak peek on my next entries. Lemme know what you think about them?


*I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc. please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)com
Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated 
 

Review: Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipstick in Newest Shades: Nude, Ruby and Wine

Konnichiwa Beauties!
I just came back from a short but very memorable trip from Aichi Japan. It has been really a cold tour for us in Japan, and guess what I have brought with me? Its Celeteque's Dermocosmetics newest matte lipstick shades in nude, ruby and wine.

Rustic. I've already used them before the series of shots, sorry.

What is it?

Céleteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipsticks give your lips the alluring touch of a long-wearing formula that lends lips a vivid matte color finish.

Packaging
Its matte lipstick in crayon look twist type packaging. Its very light weight and easy to lug around. So far the name printed on the tube is still intact. The product is new so we still have a long way to go before we know if it stays for good or not. The shade name is on the cap but I hope it has some sort of sticker on the body of the tube itself so it will be easier to look for the right shade when I am a hurry. Not a big issue though~

Ingredients: Diisostearyl Malate, Polybutene, Octyldodecanol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Squalane, Euphorbia Cerifera(Candelilla) Wax, Ozokerite, Synthetic Wax, Triisostearyl Citrate, Glass, Microcrystalline Wax, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silica, Dimethyl Silylate, BHT, Propylene Carbonate, Water, Bisabolol, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 45410:1, CI 19140, CI 42090

Celeteque’s lippies have Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) that moisturizes lips, Bisabolol that reduces flaking and restores suppleness, as well as Candelilla Wax that nourishes lip skin.

Experience
The Dermocosmetics line of Celeteque just released their newest shades just in time for the festive season. Celeteque Matte Lipstick is now available in: Nude, Ruby and Wine. Upon opening the tube I realized it has no scent, which is a good point. Like I mentioned I brought these babies with me in my recent trip to Japan. I was a bit shocked on how cold it was there. The very cold temperature made my lips dry. Our schedule was also very tight and I need to have long lasting color on my lips because we will be moving around often.

Because of the cold season I needed an extra balm underneath. If swiped it glides very easily and leaves no icky feeling. However I prefer to tap the color unto my lips. I don't swipe it on because I want it to look natural. Because its matte I was actually expecting that my lips will flake, however that is not the case with Celeteque. The end result is more like velvety and my lips looks healthy. The color is honestly very vivid and there is no need to pile on too much product because its very opaque.

We started early, around 8:00am and end at 6:00pm. The only time I needed it to reapply is after a heavy meal. If its only snacks etc, the ruby and wine stays on my lips. Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipsticks also doubles as a blush for me because I also tap it on my cheeks for extra color. Its matte so its very nice for the cheeks and it does last long just like when its used for the cheeks.

I am not good at describing colors, but I will try my best. Here we go:

Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipstick in Nude 

A brown orangey tone perfect for pink or peach blushes when you don't want to look made up but you also don't want to look bare.

Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipstick in Ruby

A true red color but may go on light, depends on how it is applied. Its blue undertone and doesn't make teeth any yellow than it actually is. You can go from day to night look with this one.

Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipstick in Wine 

A bold reddish violet shade that will suit any skin tone. Easily define a glamorous and strong look with this color.

How much and where to buy?
I got this free but its P595 per lipstick, exclusively available in leading Watsons outlets nationwide.

What I love

• Long lasting
• No waxy icky feeling on lips
• Only contains safe ingredients
• No allergic reaction
• Opaque color
• Doesn't dry lips
• Affordable for its quality
• Light and travel friendly
• Double purpose when used as blush
• No scent or funky smell

What I don't

• Nothing I can mention

TIPS
* Use your fingers to apply it on your lips. Just tap it on lightly to achieve a natural supple lips finish. Perfect for gradient effect as well!
* If going for an alluring look, you may swipe it on and apply on powder then another layer of color to intensify and make it longer lasting.

Will I repurchase?
Yes this is worth it! I bet this will last real long on me.

Overall~
With the busy season fast approaching, Celeteque Dermocosmetics Matte Lipstick is the way to go. Its long lasting and offers value for the price. No need for too much retouch during the daytime. No allergic reactions as well because they only used the safest ingredients. Kudos to this lipstick, I recommend this to everyone.


** JUST ME **
Movies on flight are amazing! Singapore Airlines offers a wide array of movies newly released. I highly recommend Love, Lies. It features Han Hyo Joo (the leading lady of Lee Jong Suk in W). Set on an old era of Korea it tackles the theme of love, friendship and betrayal. This movie made me cry buckets!



*I'm open for product reviews/ sponsorship/ ads and collaborations etc. please email me at: sparkliecandy(at)gmail(dot)com
Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated 
 

Spotlight: Céleteque’s NEW Matte Lipstick Shades

As these –ber months signal the start of the season’s festivities, women find more reasons to want to prettify and pucker up. They dress to the nines, teeter on their heels, and make sure faces are done to perfection. To complete and update their look, they’ve got fresh additions to their arsenal: Céleteque’s NEW Matte Lipsticks (P595).

The latest Céleteque Matte Lipsticks come in three covetable shades: Nude, a brown-tone neutral that can match any skin tone; Ruby, a statement-making party-ready crimson; and Wine, a deep mauve that for that grounded regal look. These three NEW Céleteque Matte Lipsticks make for perfect kit companions for the season’s festivities. Add these new colors to your lippie collections and be ready for an exciting fourth quarter.

A Healthy Swipe
Like all of Céleteque’s Dermo offerings, Céleteque DermoCosmetics Matte Lipsticks are co-created with dermatologists, ensuring that each lipstick is infused with dermo-grade ingredients that keep sensitive lip skin healthy.

Céleteque Matte Lipsticks give your lips the alluring touch of a long-wearing formula that lends lips a vivid matte color finish. It glides on easily and leaves the lips with no waxy feel. Céleteque’s lippies have Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) that moisturizes lips, Bisabolol that reduces flaking and restores suppleness, as well as Candelilla Wax that nourishes lip skin. The effect? Happily healthy lips raring to pucker up and raring to flash that gorgeous smile.

Season Smacker
With healthy lips in season-worthy shades, women finally have that fresh swipe of confidence they need to look their best. They feel better and look better, too, especially when an alluring smile easily plays on their lips. In this case, Bob Marley definitely got it down pat, there is definitely nothing more beautiful than the curve of a woman’s smile— and thanks to Céleteque, that curve got even lovelier.

Céleteque Matte Lipsticks are exclusively available in Watsons for only Php 595.

Update: I am already in Japan and I use this babies! Getting ready for a thorough review in one of my next posts!