Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Laneige Water Sleeping Pack_EX - the best overnight mask!

The Laneige Water Sleeping Pack_EX is the new and improved version of the sleeping pack, which allows moisturization and brightening. This mask is said to be applied right before you go to sleep to maximize the efficiency of overnight water supply. The functions of skin is remarkably declined during night time, therefore skin can feel dry. This water sleeping mask deeply hydrates and penetrates the skin. It helps to keep skin clear and vitalized.




  • It particularly has Hunza Apricot Extracts, which helps with skin brightening and purifying the skin.
  • It also has Recoverine that is from chestnuts, which helps to promotes the turnover of dead cells for water supply and sleek skin texture.
  • Essential oils: Orange flower, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang.
It has a light gel texture that is non-sticky.
Use this once to twice a week and apply more than recommended, also works well with neck area.



Tina's Personal Experience:
I use this product maybe once a week or once every 2 weeks because I've gotten so many other masks to substitute for.  I store all my masks, including this one in a small refrigerator so when I do use it, it delivers such a cooling sensation. Especially with the abundant water base in this mask, I could feel it instantly tightened my skin. It is definitely light gel textured and very spreadable. You can either use more than you normally would or just enough. The result in the morning would still be the same. I wake up seeing my skin definitely looks clearer, lighter and looks like I've had plenty of sleep. It does literally make you look like you've just slept a good 8-hour sleep. I love the scent of it and actually take their advice into practice. As you open the cap, inhale the scent from the jar for about 2-3 seconds. It is so relaxing because of the ylang ylang. Love it! Now, after you spread it evenly all over your face, do tap it so that the mask has a better chance absorbing into your skin. You do not have to wash your face after putting this mask on, it meant to stay on your face overnight. :)

Rating: 5/5

 

Monday, November 26, 2012

Purederm Collagen Eye Zone Mask


These eye masks are said to be enriched with Collagen, Vitamin E, Green Tea extracts and Tropical Fruits. They provide extensive hydration, help restore moisture, and elasticity, which diminishes signs of aging. They also help to reduce eye puffiness and dark circles. Suitable for all types of skin.
 It is made in Korea from Adwin Korea Corp. and here's the website in both English and Korean: www.purederm.com

Below is a list of the ingredients. If you're an ingredients junkie, it might be helpful to do research about. One thing that I would warn you right now is that, although the website talks a lot about natural and healthy life, but some of the ingredients might not be. For example, PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil that they have in this product. Too much of it might cause skin irritation and skin burn, but then it is a very common ingredient as an emulsifier in most facial cleansers, soaps, lotions, shampoos, etc.

 


Ingredients:
- Water (Aqua)
- Glycerin
- PEG/PPG-18/4 Copolumer
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Phyto Collagen
- Erythritol
- Xanthan Gum
- Hamamellis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract
- PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- PEG 60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Allantoin
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
-  PEG-14M
- Disodium EDTA
- Methlparaben
- Phenoxyethanol
- Fragrance (Parfum)

Tina's Verdict and Personal Experience:

I love these eye pads because they're so hydrating. I've already gone through my second pack and there has been no irritation or reactions to my skin. I usually store the whole pack in the refrigerator, so that the pads give off that cooling sensation when I put them on. Also, by doing this, you can keep them fresh and longer when you can't use them all up in just 2 weeks after the package is opened. These pads especially come in handy when you want to de-puff your eyes in the morning or just simply want a quick-fix solution. However, I didn't really see any results in reducing my under-eye fine lines or dark circles, but I'm gonna show you a super cool trick in using these eye pads!

Ever have super dry, cracked or chapped lips?? My advice is to use this on your lips the night before or for 15 - 20 minutes if you want to your lips to be smooth again. All you need in each use is just 1 pad. You'll see INSTANT dramatic result after using these and I swear by it because I have personally experienced it so many times. It must be the collagen in it to produces the plumped effect on your lips. I have never used or heard of lips masks, but these now have become mine. Absolutely love it!

And this is me... Happy eye masking... This is how I wear them on my lips :-)


I personally got it on Ebay for a pretty cheap price, around $4 - $5 for a pack of 30 sheets. Amazon also have them, but feel free to compare the prices. I've posted the link to Amazon as well here!

Rating: 3/5


Saturday, November 24, 2012

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Highlighter Review




This is a velvet-soft powder with high-frost metallic finish. It works so great as a highlighter. You can lightly buff it on your cheekbones, forehead, temples, chin, and on the bridge of your nose to give that glowy look to the face.  I am absolutely in love with this highlighter.  Because it's very shimmery, so most of the time I usually use it for nighttime go-outs. Sometimes when I feel like adding extra glow on my face for daytime, I would very lightly dab and only use a little bit of it on my cheekbones.


The color that I got was Soft and Gentle. It's sort of like gilded peach bronze color. If you buy it online, it's only $29 + 4.1% tax and if you wait for free shipping code that would even be better. Whereas at the MAC Pro store it would be $32.50 + 7.1% tax (in where I live). It is also voted to be a very natural-looking and non-drying highlighter.

 When I only use a tiny-tiny bit of it, in natural light - outside.


And this is when I use A LOT of it.... The bridge of my nose looks super glowy here... If for some reason, you accidentally applied too much of it and don't want your whole face to look like a giant glowy ball, just dab a bit of pressed powder over the area that you want to look more matte.



What is your favorite highlighter?

Friday, November 16, 2012

6 Ultimate Style Principles

“Designing is a personal journey for me. It’s my passion, my hobby, and my best outlet for expression. It’s where I let myself take the most chance.” 

 - Very Wang - 


I love Very Wang. The way she expresses herself through fabrics and style is just amazing and powerful, yet simple and elegant. The above passage actually inspires me so much, to follow my dream, to be true to myself – my dream and my desire. No success comes without a passion! So, Very Wang once said that “the goal is to make a woman look like the ultimate version of herself,” meaning that no matter where you go and how you dress, it should be a representation of yourself – your true nature!


1. Make any Big Event a Red-Carpet Moment 

I love Angelina Jolie posture and confidence. She has that “catch me if you can” look and it’s sexy and inspirational. Whether you’re going to your sister’s, aunt’s, or friends’ wedding, prom, New Year party, Christmas party, big family reunion, etc. You should always treat each of these like your lifetime glorious moment and it’s true that once when we look back we will not regret. Whether you spend hundreds of dollars on a dress or under-$100, the moment is up to you to play and enjoy. So, pick one you can own with ease and perfect posture!



2. the One-Piece Rule 

It doesn’t matter where you go, either to work, dinner, casual date, etc. You only need that ONE PIECE to make you outfit stands out. You only need that ONE PIECE to express yourself. Let it be a scarf, tie, hat, bag, belt, jacket, accessories, etc. You only need ONE PIECE to shine and grab attentions. So, select wisely by choosing the unique shape, strategically placing it or pairing it with something that complement it!

Carolina Engman from Fashion Squad 


L'Occitane Immortelle Divine Cream


The famous Divine cream is ranked #1 anti-aging cream in the 2011 Beauty Bible and Guerlain anti-aging cream is ranked #2. Compared to the Guerlain which is like $365, the Divine is at a more modest price of $98. This cream will fight any signs of aging, enhance radiance and skin tone, and provide supreme nourishment and immediate comfort to the skin. It also contour your face by lifting and redefining it. If there are any wrinkles, it will smooth out for visibly firmer, brighter and younger-looking.

Its main ingredients are the Immortelle and Myrtle essential oils are 100% organic. It also contains other plant oils, omega 3 and 6-fatty acids.
  • The Immortelle essential oils are there to stimulate the production of collagen 6 times and improve skin micro-circulation by 2 times.
  • The Myrtle essential oils helps stimulate the longevity protein and increase cellular vitality.