Friday, January 12, 2018

Review: Nature SC Propolis Honey Ample Light

I have been in a splurge on skin care lately. I have found love in my Pax Moly regimen but I try different products every now and then. Being stressed with work took its toll on my skin so I thought why not check out something new? Here we go with another korean skincare product called Nature SC Propolis Honey Ample Light. I honestly don't use ampoules and serums much. I think its more of a korean routine that I am yet to adapt. I am more into creams, moisturizers, gels etc. However this product is raved lately because it was said to work like magic in minimizing acne and pimple marks as fast as one night. Well why not give it a try?

What is it? 
Nature SC Propolis Honey Ample Light
[15ml]

  • Treats melasma, dark spots and hyper pigmentation
  • Whitening
  • Anti wrinkles
  • Moisturizing
  • Smoothing

I seriously can't find much information about the product but its all over facebook sellers so here we go.

Packaging
The product is in a dark bottle which keeps the ampoule safe from sunlight. I remembered one similar product called 'Elujai?' That is pretty similar with the packaging and product benefits.

Experience
When I have received my bottle of Nature SC Propolis Honey Ample Light I noticed that its only half full. The scent is very fresh and I like it. When applied it surprised me how non greasy and light it is. It has a very thin consistency and within just a second it was fully absorbed by my skin. I even reapplied because its like I didn't put anything at all. However that is okay, because not all moisturizing products sits on the skin. I applied it on my recent acne breakout but it doesn't seem to be very effective on minimizing it. However after less than a month of usage my skin has certainly felt moisturized inside out. Its also brighter and I believe my dark spots has also lightened a bit. I've been using Nature SC Honey Ampoule everyday so it didn't really lasted too long on me.

How much and where to buy?
P160 at www.shopee.ph/minahree

What I love
Lightly scented
Moisturizing
Not sticky
Didn't broke me out
Easily absorbed by the skin
Affordable
Not easily accessible - you can only buy online

What I don't
No english translations/ ingredient list or expiration on the bottle

Will I repurchase? 
Yes, I just did.

Overall~ 
Nature SC Propolis Honey Ample Light is a pretty affordable ampoule and since it does what it says I am giving it a few more tries. For a korean skincare ampoule this is a steal.

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Saturday, November 25, 2017

Review: Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream

I personally don't go for matte lipsticks before because I like lip tints better. The Korean beauty trend of naturally tinted lips have gotten into me, big time. However when more brands released their own matte lip lines I got curious. What is so good with matte lipsticks that they're all into it? All of my  answers were answered when Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream arrived on our doorsteps.



What is it? 


Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream
This kissproof and transfer resistant lipcolor applies like a liquid lipstick that dries to a matte finish. It stays on your lips through day and night activities requiring minimal touch-ups.

Lightweight
Fragrance-free
Carmine-free
Paraben-free and
Not tested on animals

Packaging
Tadaaa~ Like any other liquid lipstick, Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream is in a clear plastic tube with sponge tip doe foot applicator. Its not flimsy and takes the right amount of product for a tinted natural lips look but if you're going for the full lips you will need to apply more.

Shades 1, 2 and 3 is actually a bit similar when you look at it so I need to double check the bottom part where they have the shade number and shade printed. The ingredient list is on the plastic cover of the lip cream.

Experience
Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream is very smooth to apply. In terms of texture think of velvet matte and its very comfortable to wear. When applied heavily it stays the whole day. The darker the shade you use, the more long lasting it is. Its highly pigmented because it can cover my lips with just one swipe. The color is opaque but I don't recommend layering it much because it will crack and it will already feel heavy. I ate and drink and the color is still there with very minimal fading. This one is kissproof and transfer resistant and indeed very matte! Its fragrance free, light weight and non-sticky. If my lips is not properly moisturized sometimes the lip cream accentuate lip lines.

Matte looks bring out the corporate girl in me. Amazingly it lasts 6 hours on me. Its very creamy but dries into matte with the sufficient time for you to blend it in and make the application even.



01 Retro
Orangey nude shade, I'd like it more if its more brown but I like how fresh it makes me look. It doesn't make me look warm too even though it has an orange undertone.

02 Glamour
Creamy rose pink. A pink undertone nude shade which looks rosey pink in the tube but peachy pink when applied.

03 Rebel
Barbie pink shade that has a lot of purple undertone. It lasts long and its very nice especially when dabbed on the lips.

04 Vintage
Its like an old deep rose shade with a lot of brown.

05 Vixen
A red shade which leans more on red orange. I like how bright it looks on my lips and in the tube.

At first its shiny when applied but its pure matte when left after a minute or two. I like using my fingers to dab it on. I like it natural looking, but sometimes it just depends on my mood.

And then, here’s how it looks when I wear it. Among 5 shades my favorite would be Vixen.

Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream in Rebel

Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream in Retro

 Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream in Vixen

There is supposedly 5 photos for each shade, sadly I accidentally deleted the other two. :(
(I will try to update this post with the missing shades when I can.)

How much and where to buy?
P299

What I love
  • Pigmented
  • The applicator is not flimsy (I like using fingers for the 'tinted' look though)
  • Affordable
  • Long-lasting
  • Doesn't budge when set
  • Doesn't make lips dry nor peel
  • Wearable colors
  • Comfortable and light
  • Non-sticky
  • If not layered too much, it doesn’t crack
What I don't
  • May accentuate lip lines
Will I repurchase? 
I really like Vixen and Rebel. If you need a nude shade you may choose one from Glamour, Retro and Vintage. They have very minimal color difference in actual.

Overall~ 
With so many brands joining the bandwagon of matte lipsticks I can say Silky Girl did a pretty good job with their Matte Junkie Lip Creams. It doesn't dry my lips despite being matte and all shades look flattering on me. The color looks opaque even without layering. Its smooth and creamy and definitely unscented. It may settle on the lip line but it still depends on how you apply it.

Removing it is also not an issue, just soap and water and you're good. You bet this is a good choice, if you're in for a matte long lasting color then try Silky Girl Matte Junkie Lip Cream.


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Thursday, November 9, 2017

Review: Silky Girl Magic BB All-In-One Powder Foundation

Hello November! I had the writer's block lately its like I want to write but I don't have creativity to do it. I know other bloggers feel the same every now and then, especially when there are a lot of things happening at work than in real life! Lately I feel like I don't have the work-life balance anymore. Well maybe its just me adjusting with my new environment, I am yet to find out. Anyway gals so I am drifting away from our review for the day, I know I owe you a lot of beauty reviews already, so sorry! Not very long ago, Silky Girl is very kind to send me a package which includes Silky Girl Magic BB All-In-One Powder Foundation in all four shades.


What is it? 

Silky Girl Magic BB All-In-One Powder Foundation
This new and improved formula of Magic BB All-In-One Powder Foundation comes with these 4 natural ingredients; Wild Mango Butter, Calendula Flower Extract, Sakura and Mulberry Leaf Extract to keep skin looking flawless all day. Also formulated with Powder La Vie and Silica to absorb excessive sebum for a shine-free, matte finish that lasts all day. Available in these 4 shades.

SPF 35/PA+++
6 Nos Formula: No Oil, No Shine, No Fragrance, No Paraben, No touch-ups
Formulated for Asian skin


Packaging
I am in love with their baby pink plastic compact powder. It easily closes and with a click, it locks for safety. I really like how nice and girly it is, its something I can proudly use because its definitely my color!



Experience
Silky Girl Magic BB All-In-One Powder is actually the 2nd powder foundation I've tried from Silky Girl. The first one is __. This powder is unscented and doesn't have shimmers. Its not powdery and there is minimal fall outs even when I've used brush for the application, I prefer the sponge it comes with though. Its very useable, unflimsy and doesn't smell! Its also very smooth to apply and it doesn't accentuate pores at all, it gives light to medium coverage. It also brightens up my skin tone and it gives an effortless natural flawless look. The end result is matte but not flat and can keep the oil at bay for 2-3 hours. I've used this as a finishing powder as well where I've used it on top of my bb cream because its very light on the face. I still use concealer if I have dark marks I want to cover.

How much and where to buy?
available at Silky Girl kiosks at the leading department stores and beauty supplies shops such as W

What I love
  • Matte but radiant finish
  • Long lasting
  • Doesn't accentuate pores
  • Light to medium coverage
  • No shimmers
  • Matte but not flat
  • Very smooth to apply
  • Unscented
  • Not powdery with minimum fall outs
  • Sponge is not flimsy!
  • Perfect for natural flawless look
  • Can be a finishing powder
  • Light on the face
  • Didn't break me out
  • Not 3 but 4 shade range!
  • Value for money

What I don't
  • Average staying power

TIPS 
For even lighter coverage you may use a kabuki brush for application.

Will I repurchase? 
Yes

Overall~ 
II really like how Silky Girl doesn't disappoint with their powder foundation. Silky Girl Magic BB All-In-One Powder Foundation is for office girls like me who wants a decent powder foundation that fits all their needs but wants to spend within the budget.

Tag a mate who loves foundation!



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Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Review: Snow Skin Whitening Cream

Its Tuesday once again and its raining crazy outside. This is the perfect weather for sleeping and getting extra charge since most of you are on a holiday. We are exempted though but I am contented with just having 8 hours of beauty sleep. Vida Nutriscience has sent me their complete line of whitening products and it includes Snow Skin Whitening Cream which I use just before sleeping.

What is it? 
Snow Skin Whitening Cream says:
Reveal the beautiful You with SNOW Skin Whitening Cream's Elite 7 Skin Whitening Actives that whiten and lighten the skin while reversing skin problems such as dark spots, age spots, acne marks, old scars, uneven skin tone and melasma.

Get luminous white skin that is naturally bright. Redeem your beautiful skin. Keep the natural beauty glowing from within.

ELITE 7 Skin Whitening Actives:
1. IBR TCLC (Tomato Colorless Carotenoids)
2. IBR-Snow flake
3. Plant extract from the Swiss alps
4. Bearberry extract
5. Alpha arbutin
6. Beta glucan
7. Phenylethyl Resorcinol

How to use: After cleansing & toning apply generous amount to your face.


Packaging
I like the airless pump dispenser, its made with sturdy plastic material and it has Snow's simple but classy black, white and red combination. Handle the transparent cap with care because its a bit delicate, mine just broke.

Experience
Snow Skin Whitening Cream is a scented moisturizer which is good if you like scented face products. I prefer unscented face products I got used to it after using it more often. The cream is light gray in color and its thick in consistency but spreads easily. I would like to use this on the rainy season because its a heavy type of moisturizer. It blurs out my pores so definitely something I like to use under makeup if I won't be commuting. There is an instant radiant effect upon application. After a month of usage, my skin tone has evened out but what is more, I noticed that dark marks left by my present breakouts are not visible as they were.

How much and where to buy?
1 bottle is 50ml and it costs P1499

What I love
  • Hydroquinone free
  • Paraben-free
  • Airless dispenser
  • Lightened dark acne marks
  • Moisturized my skin well
  • Great for the cold rainy weather
  • Radiant skin after application
  • Easy to spread

What I don't
  • Not a fan of scented products
  • Can be heavy or sticky when used for the day
  • Not easily absorbed by skin
  • Not for humid weather
  • Steep price for 50ml whitening cream

Will I repurchase? 
I have a couple of moisturizers to finish but I'll definitely consider this on the rainy days.

Overall~ 
Snow Skin Whitening Cream can be your best bet for winter or chilly season. It might be too heavy for summer or when you will commute for the day so I suggest that you use it only at night. I love how well moisturized and radiant my skin is whenever I use this. In terms of whitening I can only speak for the lightened dark marks but who knows what will happen after a bottle or two? I recommend this to girls with dry skin who wants to try a highly moisturizing product that also promises to whiten the skin. It has very safe ingredients so if you are in for something new from the usual kojic or vitamin C creams, you've got to try this.

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What is your favorite moisturizer for the rainy season?



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Sunday, October 15, 2017

Review: Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Face Mask Pack

Did you know? The best way to moisturize your skin before makeup is to use a hydrating face mask. I watched in one of Daddoa's makeup tutorials that she used a face mask right before applying makeup. It actually makes sense! Have you ever experienced that no matter how much moisturizer and primer you slather on you still end up with a cakey foundation finish? The solution is face sheet masks. There are different kind of sheet masks but basically there is more to it than giving glow and hydration. The recent one I've used is Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Face Mask Pack.

What is it?


Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Mask Pack 
25ml
[Dual functional cosmetic for whitening and anti-aging]
Formulated with aloe vera extracts, it provides skin hydration and nourishing
Featured ingredients: Niacinamide, Adenosine


Packaging
Foil type pouch is easy to open and the design is simple and straight-forward.

Experience
Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Face Mask Pack offers a very mild aloe vera scent. Its not over powering so if you are not a fan of aloe vera you might still like this one. This face mask also contains just the right amount of serum in it which I like because it means the mask is not dripping wet. I like how mess-free it is. Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Face Mask Pack fits my face perfectly.


Its not too big unlike the previous masks I've tried before. I am a bit skeptical at first on using a new face sheet mask because I tried a mask before that stings like crazy! That is why I am glad that this is very gentle on my skin. The serum is light and gives a cold relaxing feeling and its easily absorbed by the skin.


I was amazed with how supple and bright my skin looks after use. My skin is plump, hydrated and smooth.

How much and where to buy?
P25/each. Just P100 for 4 pieces at www.shopee.ph/minahree or Oh-some MNL

What I love
  • Mild aloe vera scent
  • Sheet masks fits perfectly
  • Doesn't sting
  • Doesn't clog pores
  • Hydrated skin
  • Fits my face perfectly
  • Light serum is easily absorbed by the skin
  • Mask doesn't drip with serum=no mess
  • Smooth skin for good makeup base
  • Great pamper time mask
  • Reduced the size of my pimples with just one use
  • Affordable compared to other masks in the market
What I don't
  • Nothing I can mention
Will I repurchase?
Yes! Its very affordable compared to other face mask. There are also new variants like honey and aqua in addition to aloe vera and vitamin C.

Overall~
I would honestly love to put on mask everyday if I can. Gone are the days that the only ones available in the market are P80-100 face sheet masks. I recommend to use a pack of Pax Moly Aloe Vera mask everytime you have break outs from your period, works like magic. Cheaper doesn't always mean low quality, Pax Moly Real Aloe Vera Mask Pack proved its worth every penny. 


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Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated
 

Monday, September 25, 2017

Review: Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner

After using several so-called keratin treatment products in the market I honestly lost my hope in looking for a hair product that can work on my really dry hair. I am looking for a cheaper alternative for my Mondes favorite for some reason and I found Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner.

What is it? 
Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner says:
FOR heavenly damage, stressed, colored permed hair Chocolate keratin daily conditioner is formulated for nourishing and strengthening every strand of the hair as it restores and repairs damage and stress hair due to several factors like chemical and environmental factors. It has delight full chocolate aroma that keeps your hair smells fresh all day. Moreover, keratin provides protein to the hair that makes you hair healthy and shiny. Active Ingredients: - Pro vitamin B5 -Dimethicone -Keratin -Amino acid
Packaging
The packaging is similar to a bulb. Its made of plastic and of course the product says chocolate so obviously they made the color brown.

Experience
Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner like the name suggests smells like chocolate! You may love or hate it. At first I don't like it because I don't get the idea of having a chocolate smelling hair however I got used to it. The conditioner compared to other brands I have tried the formula is runny and its color white, I was actually expecting for it to be brown because it says chocolate. I apply the conditioner from roots to tips and I wait for 5 minutes or so. The instructions actually say 30 minutes but the label says daily . that is a bit contradicting because who in the world now have the luxury of 30 minutes everyday? Anyway so I rinse it off after 5 minutes. Behold because I can run my fingers to my hair without tangles. There is also an added shine to it. It made my hair manageable and yes smells chocolate.

How much and where to buy?
P350 for 500g. Available at Shopee and Lazada

What I love

  • Made my hair manageable
  • No more fizz
  • Hair smells like chocolate
  • Added shine
  • Hair is softer
  • Affordable


What I don't

  • Not accessibly available

TIPS 

Will I repurchase? 
Yes. I like this product actually.

Overall~ 
Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner is a decent everyday hair buddy. I love how it makes my hair soft, manageable and fragrant. It also doesn't hurt my wallet so that is another plus I am expecting for this to last one month or more with everyday use, awesome! If you like sweet smelling hair and a keratin treatment product that won't break the bank then grab Prestige Chocolate Keratin Daily Conditioner now.


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Sunday, September 24, 2017

Review: Snow Skin Whitening Lotion

Last week I went in a company outing with my boyfriend in Masasa Batangas. Last days of relaxation before the real battle with my training at work begin! Anyway since we went swimming I was left with bad tan lines on my legs. I was wearing rashguard so my upper body is alright but my face is also darker now. Luckily Snow has sent me their products last month which includes Snow Skin Whitening Lotion. Will this help me with my uneven skin tone? I haven't used any whitening lotion for a while now so I am excited to try this out.

What is it?
Snow Skin Whitening Lotion says...
Brighten your everyday mood as you caress your beautiful skin all over. Snow Whitening Lotion gives you Elite 7 Skin Whitening Actives for skin whitening as well as skin protection and cell repair. Snow Whitening Lotion keeps up with its promise of non-carcinogenic and ultimately safe yet most beneficial ingredients to give you that beautiful feeling inside and out.

Packaging
The box is well thought out, its a bit different compared to the usual way of opening boxes because it opens from the side. The bottle is cylinder shaped and its made of durable type of plastic. However the weight of the product might not be fit for the bottle because it gets easily knocked off. The plastic cover of the lotion broke due to this reason. *sad*

Experience
The first thing I want to highlight is the scent of Snow Skin Whitening Lotion. It has a mild luxurious floral scent which uplifts my mood everytime I use it. It lingers on my skin. Unlike other brands, Snow Skin Whitening lotion has a thick consistency and might be a bit heavy for summer however its still very easy to apply. The lotion gets absorbed easily and I think it can be a great lotion for the rainy cold season because it hydrates the skin well. My skin feels softer and there is an instant lightening effect.

I am yet to start using Snow Skin Whitening Lotion religiously but I want to see if this will work now that I badly needed to even out my skin tone. I will update this post with the before and after results, crosses fingers!

How much and where to buy?
P799 for 175ml. You may get it from Watsons nationwide or Lazada online.

What I love

  • Immediate whiter skin with one use
  • Well hydrated skin
  • Luxurious Mild floral scent
  • Made my skin softer
  • Radiant bright skin

What I don't

  • Sticky for summer
  • Steep price might be a con if you are a girl on a budget (like me!) But it the product is of quality, there is no reason not to splurge sometimes!

Will I repurchase?
If this works on my tan lines!

Overall~
Snow Skin Whitening Lotion offers unconventional whitening ingredients which can be a good reason for you to try it out as well. I really like the mild floral scent on my skin and the softness. I am yet to comment on the whitening effect so make sure to bookmark this post.

See you in my next post! *wink*

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Items were purchased with my own money unless otherwise stated

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