Review: Celeteque DermoScience Hydration Gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash

Call me your dahling, dahling nareul neukyeojwo~
LSS with Girl's Day Darling for more than 2 weeks now. This just popped out of the blue, I wonder why sometimes how much you want to talk to somebody you can't come up with topics to talk about? Mind block perhaps? Meow~

Sweeties I already owe a lot of product reviews and photos are piling up! yikes. So I'll make another post for the week. This Sunday I'll share my favorite facial scrub. It is actually called facial wash, but it is an exfoliating type of wash and it has beads so it must be scrub. (oh yes ang kulit ko! xD) ...Yosh! So off to the review!

Celeteque says: 

CELETEQUE DermoScience™ Hydration Gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash safely removes dead skin cells that may clog pores. It has Dual Nourishing Beads infused with Vitamin C and E that gently burst to help nourish and protect the skin. Its perfectly spherical shaped microbeads exfoliate without scratching and damaging the new skin layer.

What's inside?

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Lactate, Wax, Panthenol, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Lactose, Cellulose, Tacopheryl Acetate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, CI 77891, CI 77491, Jojoba Esters, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Masking Agent, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Lactic Acide, Masking Agent, Chamomilla recutita (Chamomile) Extract, Lactic Acid, Bisabolol, CI 16035

• Apply CELETEQUE DermoScience™ Hydration Gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash on wet skin. Massage in a gentle circular motion. Rinse thoroughly.
• Use every other day to revitalize tired-looking skin. If dryness or irritation occurs, use less frequently.

What is it?
A gentle exfoliating facial wash which I can use every other day. I treat this a scrub because it can remove dead skin cells and it has this micro beads as the scrub.

Packaging
Tube type just like its facial wash counterpart. No leakage or whatever, this is convenient even when you lug it in your baggage.

MY REVIEW~
Celeteque DermoScience Hydration gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash - or Celeteque facial scrub for short is like a 2-in-1 product. It does not just exfoliate my skin, it also keeps it well hydrated which is very true to its name and facial wash counterpart. I don't follow directions, I am using this everyday actually but I did not experienced any dryness unlike other scrubs I've tried before. It is half scrub, half facial wash for me. If you get what I mean~ :3

One week back I started using this astringent (up-next review) and Celeteque Hydration Exfoliating Facial Wash helped in removing flaky dry skin. Usually if I use astringents or any strong formula products my face would be micro peeling. But because of the tandem of Celeteque facial wash and Physiogel moisturizer I skipped the peeling effect! So happy~

How much and where to buy?
I buy this either from Watsons or Mercury Drug store, price depends on where you buy it from but standard price is: PhP 95.00 (60ml) and PhP 140.00 (100ml)

What I love?

• Exfoliates and hydrates skin at the same time
• Does not break me out because it is really gentle
• Leaves my skin clean and fresh with a bonus glow

What I don't?

• Nothing

TIPS:
If you don't like to exfoliate much I recommend their Celeteque Hydration Facial Wash. It does not have beads for exfoliation, gentle as an everyday face wash.

Will I repurchase?
Yes. One of my favorite products, this is a mainstay in my skincare kit.

Overall~
Thumbs up for Celeteque DermoScience Hydration gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash! Other products I wanted to try from Celetque: multi-benefit  bb cream, back acne spray, acne spot corrector gel, anti-wrinkle collagen gel and matte moisturizer with SPF30. List will go on and on~

JUST ME: Looking forward to CN Blue's upcoming concert this September 19!

**Till next review Darlings!


 

Package received: Snow Whitening Soap and Glutathione Capsule!

Hello to the best time of the week.. WEEKEND!

It is thrilling to receive packages, isn't it? Especially if it contains a goodie that you surely don't wanna miss.
Last Saturday I was able to receive this set of products:

Snow caps Dietary Supplement L-Glutathione Capsule and Snow Skin Whitening Soap

They were so nice to send this products to me. I will surely make a comprehensive honest review after I finish at least one or two bars of Snow Skin Whitening Soap and of course the Snow Caps L-Glutathione capsules.

This will be the 2nd time that I will be trying a Glutathione formulated soap, and yes I am thrilled! I was not able to use this sooner because I needed to stop using my other whitening soap first. Anyway for the mean time, check out their official page for the user feedback of their products. ^_^

If you are into kpop, hope you don't mind me sharing this new Music video of Girls Day. Totally fun and super eye candy MV! No one else can be so cute and sexy like them at the same time! I'm a fan <3

“Do what makes you happy, be with who makes you smile, laugh as much as you breathe, and love as long as you live.” 
― Rachel Ann Nunes

Catch you in the next reviews ladies! :)

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Review: Purebeauty CC Cream

Purebeauty CC Cream Review

Yay I'm a busy bee, I've just finished a week load of work. I am not sure if anyone would need this piece of advice at this time but always remember to 'never let anyone put you down!' :)
By the way I received a mail filled with goodies last Saturday. I will make a separate post and review soon!

I am always late teehee but I've just noticed that Purebeauty is already back in the shelves of Watsons. I got myself a tube after I've missed my old makeup routine.

Purebeauty CC Cream says:
Pure Beauty Complexion Corrector
Pink flower complex
SPF30 PA++ Ivory

What is it?
CC Cream is basically an advanced version of BB creams. CC stands for Color correction cream or for this Purebeauty product, its complexion corrector.

Packaging
Hands down... It's pink! A plain pink tube with a silver screw type cap.

Review:
The cream has this distinct flowery scent which I really love! It is quite runny and at first you won't notice, but upon spreading the product you will notice that it is filled with sparkles! Not something I adore. Boohoo~ I don't notice strange stares even though I've used this during mornings, hmmm maybe it's not so weird after all?
The color is quite grayish as well, different from my yellow toned skin. You will only need a pea size of the product because it is smooth and really spreadable.

The coverage is very light and so it is not hard to remove. But I bought this to replace my bb creams, thinking that this is their advance version and CC cream has better properties. Wrong. Purebeauty CC Cream lacks coverage, I still need a concealer. Not for the days I'm in a hurry.

This has SPF30 PA++ which is perfect for sun protection. My recent sunblock is only SPF20 so this good. It doubles up the number. Teehee. Downside is this is not for those flash picture moments. You will get not-so-attractive shots as it will show white cast because of the SPF content. Yikes. I remember using it in a kpop event not long time ago, imagine those horror shots. There was a lot, even from those who approached our cover group to take a picture with them. *rolls on the floor*

How much and where to buy? 
PHP299 (promo price)/ 40ml exclusive in Watsons nationwide. Now I guess the regular price is Php 399?

What I love? 

• The scent
• Easy to spread
• SPF 30 PA ++ I lurrve sunblocks~

What I don't?

• The sparkles
• The coverage is so-so.
• White cast on flash photography

TIPS 
Best applied with clean finger tips

Will I repurchase? 
Nope, I am not losing my hopes on cc creams but I will venture on other brands. They might offer better coverage.

Overall~
I think at this point I can say BB creams is still better than CC creams. Can you suggest your favorite BB or CC cream I should try next to Purebeauty CC Cream? Please share!


 

Review: San San Soleil Matte Foundation

Hi sweeties! Again it has been a tough stressful week for meh. I am looking forward to a brighter days ahead although literally there will be rain showers because of the typhoon. Anyway starting off with a summerific item although it is rainy! Here is my review on San San Soleil Matte Foundation:

What is it?
A matte liquid foundation with only one shade! This also features SPF 24 which is good because we all need sun protection especially on our face.

Packaging
Handy yellow tube type. It is very summer like. Yellow symbolizes the sun of course! :) The pump is a fail because the one I've got is not working and no product is dispensed out. I had to open the cap every time I need to use it err.. frustrating.

Experience
First thing I noticed with San San Soleil Matte Foundation is the scent. It smells like Bear Brand milk. Next is the color. I am glad that it is yellow toned so it fits most Pinays. I use my fingers in application just like what I do with bb creams. The coverage is awesome. One application is enough to cover pesky spots. I feel instantly flawless after usage. However I hate how sticky it is. Its hard to spread the product. I always make sure I use moisturizer prior to applying. It is also messy, I really had to make an effort in washing my hands because the product won't come off easily.

Because of the thick consistency I stopped using it on my face after a week. I am afraid that it somehow block pores because I broke out a little. Also in comparison to other face foundations I've tried this does not melt pretty, no glow or whatsoever. Reapplication is a must or you will look like a greaseball. I tried using this on my legs (I am quite a fan of leg foundations) and i'ts a winner. The full coverage covers up dark spots in an instant. Thumbs up for being a multi-purpose product.

I never tried this on flash photography but it was okay on natural lighting.

How much and where to buy?
 HBC outlets nationwide.

What I love

• The full coverage!
• The milk scent. hoho~
• Perfect as a leg foundation. Hihi~

What I don't

• Not for the face because it might clog pores

TIPS:
Best applied using fingers. It will be hard to clean tools with this foundation.

Will I repurchase?
As leg foundation? Yes!

Overall~
I was not able to use it for the purpose I've bought it for but I am glad San San Soleil Matte Foundation found another way to stay inside my beauty drawer. <3

*might post pictures if I get my hands on my foundie again. I've left it with a friend of mine. I'm missing this tube for weeks now.




 

Review: Block & White Ultima Whitening Soap

Ayo Sweeties!
Thank God its Sunday! I love weekends, too bad it only lasts for 2 days! Teehee.
So today is another whitening soap review. I can't help it. Haha. I think I need something to whiten spots I got from my skin allergy last time. I know how effective kojic soap is in whitening but I just can't use it because I get small bumps whenever I try. Plus it is too harsh for my face. After years of trying different products I came to realize that only gentle products should be used when it comes to face.

Looking at the soap racks I saw Block & White Ultima Whitening Soap. I remember how other gtalkers raved on the effectiveness of the B&W Ultima Lotion. I was sold on its claim that it whitens as early as 5 days. Who doesn't want fast results right?

What is it?
Block & White Ultima Whitening Soap is a Glutathione based soap that claims to give results in just 5 days.

Packaging
White with gold design box. Seems to be a box for a luxury soap for me!
At the back, you'll see more of its claims and ingredient list.I bought it for whitening but it also has anti-aging properties which is a bonus.

Experience
One thing worth noting is that it smells nice! I am not good at describing scent but it is something feminine. The soap does contain visible gentle exfoliating scrubs (no visuals!) I don't think it helps with anything unless you are going to hardly rub the soap into your skin?

Besides being said that the soap contains skin moisturizers, my skin still feels kinda tight after usage. I notice some glow as well which is something I like!

How much and where to buy?
I can't remember how much but it is less than a hundred for a box.

What I love 

• The scent!
• Affordable

What I don't 

• Quite drying 
• Did not whiten spots

TIPS 
If you have ultra sensitive skin, I do not recommend drying soaps for your face.

Will I repurchase? 
No. It is not effective for me.

Overall~
Block & White Ultima Whitening Soap is just an ordinary soap for me. It did not gave any whitening effect on my dark spots or complexion like promised. I'm still looking for other means to whiten my skin~

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After finishing all of my bb cream tubes I am now I am looking for a new affordable BB cream to try :)