Review: Etta's Compact Skin Whitening Powder

This post is long overdue. But anyway, since whitening is still all the rage now and I still can't find a review about Etta's then I'll publish this. :P

So what is Etta's?
Etta's Compact Skin Whitening Powder (also called Etta's bleaching powder) is:

A pre-mixed compact of skin beauty aids in a single white dry powder form. The effective skin whitening for dark skin or areas of dark skin - sunburn, thus preventing the formation of freckles, birthmarks, pimples and blackheads, prickly heat that gives baby skin results. No pre-washing needed. Economical and easy to apply.

I have high hopes with Etta's Bleaching Powder because of the raves I see in girltalk. How good can this powder really be? I gave in and ordered my Etta's online. It was not easily available in stores before. I also bought Etta's Mixing Solution for the mix sold separately. It is mentioned that we can use milk in place of the mixing solution though. Etta's Mixing Solution is 10 V Hydrogen Peroxide which can also used to lighten/bleach hair.

The product:

The bleaching powder is a finely milled plain white powder. It has no scent and the texture is the same with flour. One box contains 112 grams of product divided to 2 separate bags.

How to prepare?

1. Put (1 tablespoon for face/ 4 tablespoon for body) Etta's powder in a bowl.
2. Mix powder with the Hydrogen Peroxide until ice cream appearance is produced.
3. Apply on desired area. Wait until it dries and wash with plenty of water.
4. Apply moisturizer/ lotion after.

Recommended Schedule of Application for best results:

• Once for 7 consecutive days
  
• Twice for 1 week
  
• Once for 1 week
• Twice for 1 month
• Then once a month regularly

*This regimen works the same as White Henna and Soap Chips which is also quite popular way to body bleach.*

Results?
Upon application you will feel your skin tighten, somehow itchy but do not fret as this is normal. I used Etta's Bleaching Powder hoping that it will even out my skin tone. However I didn't noticed any changes. I followed the schedule as hard as I can but I still didn't seen effects.

PROS

• Cheap whitening regimen. It's only P180/ box and P30 for the Mixing Solution both available in Mercury Drug stores nationwide.

CONS

• Messy routine and not for busy people. You can't walk around when you use this product as the powder will fly around and you'll leave white mess on your floor.
• No ingredient list for the bleaching powder.

Final Verdict:
Despite the fact that I didn't noticed any effect, I still think that this product is still promising. Hydrogen Peroxide alone is already a wonder product. I am quite fair so I assume that bleaching powder is not enough to even out my skin tone. I will ask my sister to try this, who knows? It might work on her. After all, a lot of people already swears by this product. The effect of Etta's Bleaching powder varies so you need to try it out yourself to see if it works for you. *wink*

I'm curious to know what whitening regimen do you have now sisses?

Review: Mestiza Complete Herbal Soap

Hi sweeties don't you just love the heat? :) Wait haha, who am I kidding? Summer is fast approaching and the scorching heat is already killing meh~ Today I will review Mestiza, a soap raved by Donna of My Lucid Intervals this review made me buy the soap. Hoho~

Okay so this is the soap box. Kindly click if you would like to read the details :)

REVIEW:
Mestiza Herbal Soap is quite intriguing because of its contents: Papaya, Carrot, Banana, Calamansi and Virgin Coconut Oil. Only the good!

It's like a complete package already as it claims to do more than whitening our skin. This soap is unscented which is super fine with me. It helped me lessen my breakouts (take note the word 'lessen'). Using this soap  made me feel squeaky clean. It made my skin a bit dry, but nothing a moisturizer and lotion can't fix though! *winks*

Mestiza soap however didn't whiten my skin. Maybe it will take a few more bars. I have the feeling that it does whiten and effects will be gradual as long as you use the soap.

How much?

Less than P50 (can't remember the exact price) for 120 grams of product. It is worth it, plus the soap doesn't melt easily!

Will I repurchase?

I already have a long list of soaps I want to try so repurchasing this might take a long time but I might opt for Mestiza Herbal Soap once I feel the need for a safe herbal bath soap.

Girl's Day comeback: Expectation

(Top left -Minah, Top right -Hyeri, Bottom left -Sojin, Bottom right -Yura)

First and foremost I must say I am so proud of my girls! Girl's Day has been one of my top fandom (next to UKISS). Girl's Day has just made their comeback with 'Expectation' which is far from what I expect! (How ironic huh?)

I am so used to Girl's Day's aegyo concept and I must say their Don't Forget Me song before was not far behind their image which explains why 'Expectation' is a big change for their fans like me. Honestly I was thinking how similar the teaser was to Sistar's Alone but when they have finally released the full music video I was in awe, it was totally different! Everything from the music, costumes and the choreography is just perfect! I do hope they receive more love and support now. They deserve it!

I was kinda sad how Minah changed a lot (no aegyo this time) but I think it's for the better. I guess what my sister told me is true, maybe Girl's Day's management simply waited for Hyeri to reach her right age to do something sexy. Their hair is simply glam and it suits the MV. Minah is back to black and now SHORT hair. Yes everybody, Minah has short hair now (I'll miss her bangs too). Sojin looks stunning with her red hair, anyway Sojin looks good in any hair color! Yura is the center of the MV. She is so feminine with her curly locks. Our maknae on the other Hyeri looked fierce with her pony tail. Because of the concept our girls has also changed their make-up style, their thick eyeliners and red lips simply screams "SEXY!"

In terms of the dance I admit the booby step is kinda shocking, same with the open legs step however it looks great with the song so I'm fine with it. I hope the choreography won't change on the next music shows and they will consistently wear pants instead of shorts. The top is revealing enough already IMO. Let me just comment on how much I love Girl's Day using their suspenders in their choreo, it's so unique! :D

Girls Day was also given a chance to have an intro (double perf!) in their first music show yesterday which is oh-so-awesome!

Let us spread the love fellow Daisies and support Girl's day!

Expectation MV -Girl's Day


'Expectation' MV Making

Review: Avon Skin So Soft: Soft and White Lotion Radiant Glow + Marula

"Formulated with Advanced Brightening Complex, pearl powder and precious Marula oil, provde immediate radiant fair skin, revealing a white and younger looking skin."

Before anything else is it just me or do you also think that the name is too long? LOL. This is part of my Avon loot (remember the shampoo?) from my tita.

I actually bought two variants. The other one is for deep moisture and this one is for whitening: Avon Skin so soft: Soft and White Radiant Glow Whitening Hand and Body Lotion + Marula. I purchase this lotion because I need a mild whitening lotion. I just used green peeling oil on my legs and bleaching lotion is kinda harsh for new skin.

I was captivated by the scent of this lotion. It smells heavenly for me. Some might find the scent overpowering but I just like it the way it is. The scent stays long, I applied at night and I can still smell the lotion when I wake up in the morning! The lotion is not sticky and is quickly absorbed by my skin. With just 3 days of usage I noticed that it lived up to its claims of 'radiant glow'. I can't comment on the whitening effects yet though, maybe I need to finish a few more bottles *wink*.

PROS:

• Smells so good!
• Not sticky
• Cheap less than Php150 per 250 ml bottle

CONS:

• For the price and quality? None.

Will I buy again? I want to try other lotions may it be for whitening or extra moisture, but since since Avon lotions are so affordable then there is no reason not to say yes.

How about you sweeties? What's your favorite whitening lotion? Feel free to comment down below! :)

Addicting love stories

I just realized that it's raining. I really don't like the rain, it gives me headache. I am trying to post more often here, my domain and hosting is nearing its expiration again. I don't want to waste my web space. ;)

Out of the topic I found this romantic and cute music video made for Adam Sandler's short version of Grow old with you.

I am loving too much love stories lately...

• Mornings: Ooh lala couple, Please be careful with my heart
• Noon: Rooftop Prince, Smile Donghae
• Night: The Greatest Love

PS: There are a lot of searches for the 'The Greatest Love' theme song -Dugong Dugong. We are so much in love with it ne?