My New Tossi Flex Eye Wear from Star-Finder Optical

I normally let my dad get my prescription glasses. I have been wearing glasses since grade 3. When I started getting blurry vision I often borrow my little sister's glasses. Back then I didn't know it would only worsen my vision. Fast forward today, my current eye grade is 2.75 on both eyes. I often wear contact lenses especially when I am out of the house because of its convenience. I cannot count how many eye wear I lost and broke. So after long thinking I gave in and bought a new specs at Robinsons Malate at Star-Finder Optical.

What is Tossi Flex Eyewear? 

credits: Star-finder Optical

A very functional eyewear. The details speak for itself — very resilient temple with non-slip rubber at the end. Changeable and flexible nose pad. Lightweight and unbelievably durable thin plastic material.
Made with Air Tetron Rayon material promotes supreme flexibility and extreme durability. It is highly resistant to excessive impact and is superbly resilient.

Credits

credits: Star-finder Optical

Experience
My to-go type of frames would be vintage like. However upon asking for the price I almost fainted because its P5,000, yay! But their vintage frames are beautiful, hopefully I can afford it next time. Next option is frames that can fit big lenses. Here comes Tossi Flex!

credits: Star-finder Optical

Tossi eyewear has a slim design and with matte finished coating. It has about 3 sizes for the lens. If you are into korean craze, you will like it that they offer large frames. I chose the smallest one, its the perfect size for professional yet young look.

Tossi specs is very light! Other glasses feels a bit heavy, Tossi Eye wear on the other hand is almost as light as feather! Its very comfortable to wear and it will seem like you are not wearing any glasses at all. Its very durable and extremely flexible.

It has nosepads which is quite the make or break of my decision to buy it. I don't like the normal ones because based on my past experience it tends to easily detach from the frame after a year. I also tried cheap plastic frames at P50 without the nose pads but its not very comfortable and it slips, lol. Tossi's flexible nosepad is good and very comfortable. They say this is even changeable, I am yet to ask since its still new. I can imagine myself wearing this for office, in the side trips to the mall etc~



Not your typical eye wear case, this bulky plastic keeps my Tossi safe. Too bad for the logo slowly erased on top though.


How much and where to buy?
The price depends on your chosen frame. as per their website their branches are as follow, I do believe they are also in Lazada. Mine costs P2,252.

SM Southmall Branch

SM City Sta. Rosa

SM Dasma

Festival Supermall Alabang

BF Homes Parañaque

Robinsons Sta. Rosa

SM Clark

SM Lipa

Robinsons Malate

What I love?

• Extreme Flexibility
• Very comfortable
• Super light like its not there
• Modern design
• Durable
• Value for the price - they offer free adjustments

Overall~ 
I love my Tossi Eyewear! I also like their Vintage Models though but its priced at P5,000! I would say go Tossi is the way to go for clumsy girls like me, its very durable, flexible and even comfortable!

Star Finder Optical

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Review: PAX MOLY Aloe Vera Whitening Soap

Holer! Its another cold day today isn't it? That is why I am wearing a black and white turtle neck. Summer might have really left us and I still haven't had the chance to dip in the sea waters. Maybe next year then. However for guys and girls who basked in the heat of the sun I am sure you are looking for something to bring back your original skin tone. Today our review will be about my new favorite which is PAX MOLY Aloe Vera Whitening Soap

What is it? 

PAXMOLY Aloe Vera Whitening Soap

100g Net Wt.

Enriched with moisturizing and soothing botanical ingredients to soften and whiten skin. A luxurious soap with the fragrance of Aloe Vera deeply cleanses skin of dirt, leaving behind a refreshed, healthy looking complexion.

Packaging
Dark green colored box with gold ensembles. The soap inside is in paper packaging.

Experience
First of all even before opening the box you will smell the organic scent of the aloe vera soap. My mom says its somehow smells similar to grass. I want to compare it to green tea, in terms of being an woody-earthy type of scent (Hope I am making sense here! I am not so good at describing smell)

I use this soap on my face and body. It creates smooth type of foam and I like how it feels on my skin. Its a good combo with my Redlips makeup remover because it gets rid of the remnants of my eyeliner which often irritates my eyes. My face feels squeaky clean after washing, proven by almost clean cotton when I use Micellar Water.

A bonus is that there is an instant whitening effect. My skin is fair but I get a half shade lighter whenever I use Pax Moly Aloe Vera Soap. Inflamed pimples on my chin also became smaller after my first wash. My usual routine right now includes letting the aloe vera soap foam on my skin for at least 2 minutes or more. I get brighter, softer and healthy looking skin after.

How much and where to buy?
P150 for 100g soap available at Oh-some MNL's shop or shopee. One bar can last for a month with everyday use.

What I love

• Foams and lathers well
• Helps in removing makeup
• The organic scent is very refreshing and I really like it
• Refreshes skin
• Cleanses without drying 
• Did not break me out
• Dried out my pimples almost instantly
• Doesn't melt easily
• Radiant skin every wash
• Instant whitening effect with one wash
• Affordable

What I don't

• Not easily accessible for purchase offline

TIPS 
Let the foam stay on your skin for 2-3 minutes before washing with water to achieve the instant lighter skin effect.

Pax Moly Aloe Vera Soap doesn't have micro peeling effect so its best to use face towel, bath salt or loofah to scrub off dead skin cells.

Will I repurchase? 
YES. I am on my 3rd bar!

Overall~ 
With PAX MOLY Aloe Vera Whitening Soap getting brighter and softer skin is just one wash away. I like that its all natural and organic. However remember its still always 'hiyangan' pa din when it comes to skin care and removing pimples. I suggest that you try one bar and see if its for you. If you aim for better, brighter and even skin you may try this soap. In terms of lightening there is no need to wait long because the effect is instant.

Hope this review helps somehow in deciding if you should get this soap or not, stay beautiful! <3

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Review: Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple Gel

Howdy, hello Saturday! Its a long weekend yet again, where would you go? I have seen an android app called Booky where they offer a Buy 1 Take 1 Promo! I am yet to try but I am giving off this tip, just in case you are out for a food trip this weekend. With every family or friends get away its ideal to always put our best face forward. However there are sudden breakouts, luckily I can count on Acne gels. Spot treatments works best for sudden breakouts. Right now what I use is Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple Gel.

What is it? 

 Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple Gel says:

10g Net Wt.

Oil-free

Fragrance free

Non-comedogenic

Hypoallergenic

Dermatologist tested

The third step in Belo Essentials AcnePro 3-Step Clear Skin System. It helps dry up pimples fast, calm inflammation and promote healing and anti-bacterial action, leaving skin smoother and pimple-free.

Infused with Purified  Bee Venom clinically proven to help heal mild to moderate acne.

Bee venom really? Its my first time to encounter a product made out of bee venom. For acne its usually tea tree oil.

Packaging
The Belo Essentials Acne Gel has a lavender and white combination. The gel tube is made of plastic and comes with a box. I appreciate that the expiration is indicated at the side of the box, it says ' 03/20'.

Experience
First things first, Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple gel has this off smell. I know it says unscented bu it does have a weird scent to it. Its not a big deal though, I would like to assume that its the bee venom since its the key ingredient. Glad this scent is very mild.

The Pimple Gel comes as transparent (like aloe vera). The tube dispenses enough gel fot the application. I only use a pea size amount enough for my breakouts. The gel can be easily absorbed. Its not sticky at all.

The gel amazingly just works on the emerging breakouts but not on full blown pimples

How much and where to buy?
P149.75 at Watsons

What I love
Affordable
Accesible product
Dries emerging pimples
Easily absorbed by skin
Not sticky and light on skin

What I don't
Doesn't work on existing breakouts
Slightly stings
Off scent

Will I repurchase? 
I might switch back to Celeteque or Avon Acne Gel since they work on my red acnes.

Overall~ 
Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple Gel is best used to avoid new pimples. Its not for me though because I already have existing ones! You may try it yourself to see if it works on yoh or not. My sister likes this and says it works on her pimples.

Happy weekend!~

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Review: PAX MOLY Jeju Aloe Vera Gel 100%

Nowadays I noticed that the number of beauty products made out of Aloe Vera is suddenly increasing. My number one favorite would still be the Aloe Vera Gel which has an all around function. I have used The Face Shop and Nature Republic before and there are also different brands who made their own Aloe vera gel such as Ekel and Mumuso. However even if the product looks the same inside, there are still differences in terms of its effectiveness. The aloe vera I currently use right now is: PAX MOLY Jeju Aloe Vera Gel 100%

What is it? 

Pax Moly Premium Aloe Vera Gel 100%  

Net Wt. 300ml

Formulated with Aloe Vera & botanical extracts, high enriched moist & mild texture provides hydration & nutrition to the dry skin after wash off.

How to use: It can be applied to hair, face and body as often as desired.

Packaging
Deep green plastic colored round plastic tub contains 300g of 100% pure aloe vera gel.

Experience 
Another aloe vera gel review for the year you may say. I know right, there is always a room for a new product in my kit as long as it works. This is my first 100% Aloe Vera Gel, I am curious why can't other brands make a 100% gel like this? Other brands range from 92-99% . Anyway I will review Pax Moly Aloe Vera Gel 100% based on its benefits:

1. Skin Moisturizer!
At first I solely use it for moisturizing my body. If you are not a fan of the sticky feeling of lotions then this can be your best buddy. It doesn't just moisturize though, it also helps in diminishing itchiness if you have ant/ insect bites. One application make my skin feel refreshed. My skin looks glowing after use but the Pax Moly Aloe Vera Gel magically dries into matte finish. Its never sticky I swear. It is easily absorbed my my skin making it also perfect for humid weather.

2. Treat Sunburn
Pax Moly Jeju Aloe Vera Gel can also treat sunburn, or if you have have prickly skin because of the heat of the sun. Its all natural and said to whiten skin in the long run, however I cannot personally attest to that. I have fair skin to start with and there is no visible changes yet in terms of whitening.

3. Prevents wrinkle and fine lines
Pax Moly Jeju Aloe Vera Gel 100% is said to prevent wrinkles and fine lines. I use it on my face but since I don't have wrinkles I am yet to see this effect.

4. Reduces AcneIt did helped in drying my pimples, alongside with another of my favorite Pax Moly product right now Pax Moly Aloe Vera Whitening soap.

5. Helps Lighten pimple marks
I cannot attest about the marks but other users say it lightens the mark as well. Will look into that further because usually natural products takes a while to do its magic.

6. Lightens stretchmarks
In terms of stretch mark it doesn't look as bad as before. Mine is not dark type of stretchmarks, its actually light and its on my legs. My skin's texture improved ever since I used Pax Moly Aloe Vera Gel.

7. Softens skin without clogging pores
My face is very soft every time I use this and my skin's texture is so much better than before. It didn't caused me pimples also.


How much and where to buy? 
P250 per tub, you may buy it online from authorized distributors or from our shop: Oh-some MNL or Shopee.

What I love 

• Deep hydration
• Refreshes skin (especially when its from inside our refrigerator!)
• The natural aloe vera scent!
• I can use it as body lotion
• Brightens up my face
• Applies sticky but dries matte
• Light on the skin
• Absorbs easily
• Doesn't clog pores
• Doesn't break me out
• Affordable
• Multi-purpose product

What I don't 

• Nothing I can mention, or maybe you will want to buy it offline too, that can be a con?

TIPS 

• You may use Pax Moly Jeju Aloe Vera Gel as a toner as well. You can mix 5 parts of aloe vera gel to 2 parts of water. Or you may apply the gel using a cotton pad and use it as toner also. Nifty!
• Apply aloe vera gel on your feet and wear socks. Wake up to very soft feet!

Will I repurchase? 
My whole family are using this and we are on our 3rd tub. Basically one tub lasts for a month!

Overall~ 
PAX MOLY Jeju Aloe Vera Gel 100% is a multi-purpose product which makes it bang for the buck! It can be used from head to toe and the price is reasonable. In terms of Aloe Vera Gel this might be the one. I tried other brands so I can compare really. I am not a big all natural advocate but you got to try Pax Moly Aloe Vera Gel now and see why its different.

~Up next is PAX MOLY Aloe Vera Whitening Soap Review!


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Review: SILKYGIRL Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm

TGIF beautiful girls, I bet most of you have something to go to tonight after work. For such night outs it would be ideal to reach out for a matte but long lasting lip product. I often reach out for Silky Girl Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm.

What is it? 
This retractable Lipcolor is enriched with Calendula Flower Oil, White Mulberry Extract and Vitamin E to soften and soothe your lips. Perfect for first time matte lipcolor users as it provides a sophisticated matte finish. Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm is available in five hot, sizzling shades:

 01 Vogue

02 Desire

04 Siren

05 Passion

06 Charm and 3 new shades; 07 Classy, 08 Scandal and 09 Rebel.

Lightweight.

Long-wearing.

4 NOs – No fragrance, no carmine, no paraben and no animal testing.

Credits: Silkycosmetics

- I received Desire, Passion ,Charm and Rebel 

Packaging
SILKYGIRL Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm is packaged in a matte tube twist type packaging. The twist feature works and the plastic is sturdy. I dropped them a few times and the product inside is still intact. I believe my old lipsticks can't beat that.

Experience
SILKYGIRL Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm shades range from pink to reds. I would also like an orange, peach or nude shades of this please. I am pleased with the texture. It doesn't dry my lips and its very comfortable to wear. Its a matte but not dry formula and it doesn't sting or give me itchiness. Great thing that they do not put harmful chemicals in their formula. :)

The shades are long lasting color and tint stays after eating however I don't mind retouching to achieve full colors on my lips.

SILKYGIRL Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm (L-R)

1. Desire
A magenta shade which could be perfect for brightened up blooming look.

2. Passion
Deep fuschia shade which is great for a corporate look.

3. Rebel
Rebel is a true red shade, this is the shade for a Snow White lips look.

4. Passion
Barbie pink shade which is cool type of pink. I like how it leaves my lips look like naturally pink.

How much and where to buy?
P279 at Silkygirl kiosks in Landmark malls

What I love

• Long lasting
• No allergy
• Opaque colors
• Matte but not flat finish
• Add bit of moisture to lips
• Matte but not overly drying
• Affordable

What I don't

• Limited shades 

TIPS 

• Dab dab for a tinted effect

Will I repurchase? 
Yes

Overall~ 
The SILKYGIRL Matte Fever Lipcolor Balm is matte but not flat type of color. The consistency and opaque color as well as the affordable price tag is a thumbs up. It doesn't dry out my lips despite the air conditioned office. All in all this is an awesome product, I recommend this to girls who have dry lips like me but would like to try matte lip products.

~o~

Next product reviews will be about skin care!

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Review: Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream

The struggles of being a blonde really, is not when you get judgemental stares but when you already have your black roots showing. We do DIY bleaching and my sister does all the job. my hair right now is pale yellow although I have the knack for colors right now because it has only been a week after I bleached and I needed to wait before I can redye my hair. Did you know that I tried Rose Gold? During those rushed hair process one product that helped a lot is my current hair buddy: Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream.

What is it? 
Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream is a superior hair restoring and conditioning treatment that makes hair soft and smooth with extra shine as it contains keratin, sweet almond oil and avocado oil.
Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream remarkably re-moisturizes, re-strengthens and reconditions hair in just 1 minutes when left on wet hair while taking a bath.

Packaging
Plastic tub with fluorescent green cover. Its triangle shaped and its a bit bulky but very light. It only contains 150g of product. However I have still brought the whole tub on my last weekend getaway or else I won't be able to comb my hair. Loool~

Bottom shows the printed expiry date.

Experience
Having blonde hair means using dry shampoo instead of the usual shampoo and conditioner. Frequent washing will remove the hair's natural oils making the bleached hair even drier. Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream comes to the rescue. I use this as my conditioner and I love the sweet almond scent. Its not very overwhelming in my own opinion and it lasts the whole day on me.

The cream is somehow your typical spa cream which is not as creamy or thick as Cream Silk. It spreads easily and doesn't caused me dandruff so far. The instant effect is the straight hair and I was able to comb it also. I use Hair cream as leave on so I can also brush it easier. If you already have straight hair I am afraid this might weigh your hair down. But for curly type hair like me, this is a heaven sent product.

Stubborn, unruly, frizzy hair will be smooth and silky with one wash of Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream. It doesn't wash out my hair colors and I can easily comb my fingers through my hair. It made my feel like my hair is healthy and I must say its perfect for girls in a rush for beautiful hair on the mornings.

How much and where to buy?
Available at Hortaleza and Landmark's Beauty Section at around Php120-150 (?) I will update this later!

What I love

• Fast results seen with just one minute!
• Made my hair soft and smooth with no tangles
• Helps to make my hair look straight
• Helps to easily comb my unruly blonde hair
• Doesn't caused dandruff
• No itchiness felt so far
• Scent lasts whole day
• Doesn't wash out my hair colors
• Affordable

What I don't

• One tub only contains 100g
• Bulky container
• Might weigh down hair for straight hair gals

TIPS 

• Use under hair cap to achieve softest hair possible with Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream

Will I repurchase? 
I am on my 2nd tub!

Overall~ 
Swallow 1 Minute Hair Smoothing Cream is best hair buddy especially for blonde gals out there! Its a life saver for my hair, if it is not for this product, I won't be able to comb my hair! It also made my hair straight looking even though I have natural frizzy hair. Thank you Swallow! I give this a 5 out of 5. :)

Sorry if I look grumpy here, I thought of posting how my hair looks when I used Swallow Smoothing Cream. Hair looks shiny and soft even though my hair is literally fried from all the bleaching. I get to take care of my hair better when I dye it compared to when I leave it black.

~o~

Do you have a favorite hair care product right now? Let me know in the comments!

I've been gone for long, such adulthood reason forbids me to post for a while. Thank you for still visiting guys and gals. 

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Review: Pax Moly Doctor Whitening Cream

Annyeong! Are you watching ABS CBN's Goblin? My sister is going nuts now that its showing on local television. She is surely captivated by Lee Dong Wook's pale white complexion and vampiric red lips. I like him too for that reason, meow. Anyway talking about pale white complexion, I want to share one of my favorite beauty item nowadays and its Pax Moly Doctor Whitening Cream.

What is it? 

Doctor Whitening Cream is once again from Pax Moly. They are a korean skincare company who creates all natural skin care products. Mostly moisturizers, soaps and gels which are all natural. 

Pax Moly Doctor Whitening Cream

Whitens & evens skin tone

Flawless perfection

Brightening Infusion

Packaging
The cream is packaged in a white/pink tube plastic, the best type of packaging for creams IMO. It has a protective foil and a twist type cap.

The ingredients of Doctor Whitening Cream.

Experience
Upon using Pax Moly Doctor Whitening Cream I smell the faint flower scent. It has a thick consistency that spreads like a dream when applied on the skin. Its a tinted moisturizer which needs to be blended for a few seconds which results to a one shade lighter skin tone.

This is one of my 'pickme ups' nowadays. I apply it after my moisturizer & sunblock. Sometimes I even skip the moisturizer because it can double up as a moisturizer and makeup base. I noticed that it doesn't just instantly brighten up my complexion, it also makes my pores appear smaller. It makes application of my powder foundation easier and more flawless than when I apply it alone.

I cannot attest the long term whitening effect yet but I used it as a night cream and I woke up with brighter skin! Overall an awesome beauty product.

How much and where to buy?
P350 for 70ml/ Available at Oh-some MNL or www.shopee.ph/minahree

What I love

• Faint flower scent 
• It can be used for the face and body
• Moisturizing
• No breakouts
• No irritation
• Minimizes the look of my open pores
• Instant one shade whiter
• Non-sticky
• Awesome makeup base
• Brightens up my complexion
• KDFA approved
• Doesn't oil me up
• Its not printed but it has SPF 50!
• Affordable

What I don't

• Nothing I can mention

TIPS 
Apply it under your makeup as your base. It makes skin brighter.

Use it alone if you have clear skin, on top of your sunblock. It minimizes pores. :)

Will I repurchase? 
Big fat YES.

Overall~ 
Pax Moly Doctor Whitening Cream is a great makeup base if you often reach for powder foundations. The finish is more flawless rather than foundation alone. Its my favorite beauty item now and I m when I am on the go. I will get one again in case I ran out.

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