Monday, March 9, 2009

Clinique Bonus for Philippine Readers



Dear Philippine Readers:

Clinique Bonus ---
yours free with any single minimum purchase of Php3,500.

Bonus includes:

Repairwear Intensive Eye Cream
High Impact Mascara in Black
High Impact Lipstick in Extreme Pink
Color Surge Single Eyeshadow in Frosted Bloom
Rinse Off Foaming Cleanser
Clarifying Moisture Lotion no. 2
Cosmetic Bag

This offer runs from March 1-17, 2009!

All About BB Creams



Hello AMW friends!

How's the weekend? I had a wonderful weekend, I made sure I'm well rested to be charged for the whole week! But I'm still not over my Monday blues :P

I know BB creams has been out there, since I'm on the topic of BB creams over the weekend, let me sum up the BB creams I've used and let you gals know what my favorite BB Cream is. Gale from My Wonderful World of Colors, messaged me and asked me if using BB cream over time does help improve my skin as promised, well read on! You'll know the answer at the end of this post! Excited? I hope so!!!

First BB Cream:
BRTC Cover BB Cream




I will be honest to say I bought this BB Cream because I thought this was the cheapest for USD20.00 (approx Php980) including shipping via ebay. I've done research and I know that the company BRTC is trusted in Korea based on my research.

This came in super small and I would say I wasn't disappointed with this product. As the name says, COVER BB Cream, this is the thickest BB cream I've tried and this works really well as a concealer. I first used this all over the face applying thinly and I've realized I can use this on particular spots that has redness or breakout.


Sunday, March 8, 2009

Weekend Food Tripping at: Ying Ying Tea House

Hey everyone!!! Weekend food tripping!!!! I am sorry if I'm backlogged for a week! I just had the chance to crop the food photos we took when we celebrated my birthday last week. I did a post in the past about Ying Ying Tea House and I love the food so much I requested to go there again!

When you want to dine Chinese, you have to include SOUP! :)

Spinach Soup



And it's not a birthday celebration
without the
BIRTHDAY Noodles
(birthday noodles includes quail egg, you have a choice of seafood version, Beef or Pork, I chose pork)



The Super Gigantic
Yang Chow Fried Rice




My Super favorite Fried Spring Roll
My most favorite spring roll




Prawn Salad
I have to admit,
I ate this and suffered the consequences
ALLERGIES!
(but it's worth it)



Shredded Pork with Lettuce

(the reason why I requested for this restaurant)




Beef in Oyster Sauce



My cute mini Smiley Cake from Break Talk
Mom-in-law tricked me,

told me she doesn't have enough money to buy me a big cake
so she bought me a small one instead
I don't care, this is a "ME" cake
It's actually mango cake Yumm!!!




And this is the real deal!

My real birthday cake!
Toffee with Cashew cake from
The Sugar House!!!
Love Love Love this!!!



I really ate too much on my special day! :)
Time to de-stuff myself!

Oh yeah, I curled my hair using the Babybliss YouCurl Iron
Thanks Sis Gracie for this! It is definitely easier to use!

Oh my!
This looks like I'm taking an ID photo!
hahaha or passport picture?



Have a great weekend!
From the resident curly hair crazy-o woman!
:P
Stay Happy!!!

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Askmewhats Reviews: L'egere BB Cream

The most intriguing BB cream I purchased, I've been wanting to try Le'gere White Multi-BB cream after seeing raves and raves from both beauty bloggers and you tubers! Before I wrap up all the BB creams I've tried (not a lot of them), here's my review.






Le'gere BB Cream says ---

All in One Function
  • Sun Protect
  • Makeup Base
  • Skin Cover
  • Foundation for 24 hours
Whitening & Skin Care Formula
  • Acts effectively on irritated skin, concealing dermal blemish and helps skin rejuvenation with innovative active ingredients
  • Block the penetration of UV rays and other harmful factors
  • This silicon-based formula defines a natural, long lasting complexion with gentle calming effects of natural plan derived soothing particles not only on oily and sensitive skin but also for sensitive skin
Good for

Skin that needs protection, irritated skin by peeling and laser procedures, sensitive and troubled skin

Application

  • After following the daily skin routine, apply generously on face and senstive areas
  • For skin protection and natural looking coverage, lightly pat a small amount of product over entire face in the final stage of basic skin toning.
Ingredients:

Arbutin, Cyclomethicone, Jojoba Oil, Polyglceyl-4 Isoterate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1Deimethicone, Bees Wax, Tocopheryl acetate, Propyl Parabem, Sorbita Sesquioleate, Petrolatum, Titanium oxides, Cyslopentasiloxane, Iron Oxides/Dimethicone, Glycern, Butylene Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, Mehtyl Paraben, Sodium Hysluronate, Marine Collagen, Rose Water, Centella Asiaticac

Weight: 50g
Origin: Korea

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

  • my skin glows a bit using this as base
  • no allergies
  • the redness on my skin lessened after several days of usage
  • gives out a medium coverage, top with foundation, the skin looks flawless
  • my make up stays longer, I retouch my powder once a day (as compared to 2-3 times in the past)
  • non-oily
  • scent is wonderful, not overpowering and it disappears afterwards
  • squeeze tube makes it easier for me to get the right amount of product

Cons


  • not available locally, it would be difficult to order one whole tube and finding out at the end for some of you that it doesn't work
  • only ONE shade available
  • texture is a bit difficult to spread out for someone who's got super dry skin like mine (I still use a moisturizer before using this product)

Overall

I won't be comparing this to my other BB creams for now, as I will do a separate post about it. But what people and the Taiwan Beauty Channel are raving about this product is TRUE. This product lives up to my expectation.

It works really well as make-up base, it does give a bit of coverage for my skin's redness, on days I don't feel like using a foundation, this acts as my tinted moisturizer and I just set it with a powder. This definitely blends in my skin well and even when photographed, it doesn't give out a white cast.

Here's how the product looks right
after you squeeze it out from the tube




Slowly spreading the product



VOILA!
(click photos to enlarge)

Without Flash




With Flash





Tips

  • make sure your hands are clean before applying the product
  • warm the product on your hand first by slowly spreading the product before applying it over your face
  • tap the product gently on your face, do not rub too hard
Will I repurchase?

Yes

Where did I purchase and how much?

At Bobodave shop for USD29.38 (approx Php1,400++) Email them for shipping details. I was told by the owner shipping overseas would be approximately USD2.00 (approx Php100)


And what's a product review
without putting this on my face?


(sorry photo didn't show the differences)



I have a little bit of discoloration
on the encircled area,
and it was lessened after applying Le'gere BB cream



Lemming button on? off?
Let me know what are your thoughts on the BB Cream craze!
There are so many brands out there it goes crazy!
But I am proud to say, I am happy with my BB cream purchases!
Whew! *wipes forehead*
I'll let you gals know my BB Cream summary! :)
Stay happy and enjoy the day!!!



Other bloggers' view on this bb cream ---

Fuzkittie
Ebeautyblog
Kimberly Tia
MonaIyah

Friday, March 6, 2009

Askmewhats Reviews: Clinique Super Defense SPF25 Age Defense Moisturizer

Moisturizers...
How I love thee...

Using the right moisturizer does make a huge difference to your skin! I've said it before and I'll say it again, the right skincare is vital to have good skin!

Looking back at my Clinique Counter visit, I am really excited to try the new Clinique Super Defense SPF25 Age Defense Moisturizer (mine is in Very Dry to Dry formulation) ! After 2 weeks of daily usage, how well did this score?

Smile and read on!!!





Clinique Super Defense SPF25/PA++ says ---

Skin's most complete defense against the visible signs of aging in daily moisturizer. Arms it to fight the effects of emotional stress, which can damage skin with effect much like sun and pollution. Helps neutralize UVA and UVB

Available in

  • Very dry to dry
  • Very Oily to Oily

Askmewhats says ---

Pros
  • non-oily
  • doesn't feel heavy on skin
  • has sunblock SPF25
  • absorbs quickly
  • no bad skin reactions
  • doesn't have the yucky sunblock smell, its not totally scent free though, it has a mild minty scent that disappear right after application (bearable for me)
  • this huge jar will last more than 6 months
Cons
  • quite pricey

Overall

I am honestly excited about this product because this product was made to address comprehensive list of assaults that can prematurely age skin.
  • physiological stress
  • emotional stress
  • environmental stress - such as sun and pollution
I know this is the reformulated version. I haven't tried the old formula so I cannot really compare it to the newer one. I can only compare this to other Clinique moisturizers I've used, the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion and the Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Skin Relief. This feels creamier and a bit heavier.

Texture is creamy
not runny at all



Slowly blend this into your skin



Skin absorbs the product easily
(click photo to enlarge)



Here's what I've done to test this product ---


1. Clinique's 3-step program:
works pretty well for people with dry skin like mine, but for people with oily skin, they could feel uncomfortable adding extra moisture on top of a moisturizer.

2. Clinique Cleanser and Toner (no moisturizer):
meaning, I only use the first 2 step then proceed to this product. I like how this feels, I like this better because my skin is moisturized without the heavy feel.

3. Non- Clinique Cleanser and Toner:
Same effect as no. 2, skin did not react negatively.

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Did you know that?

I had bad food allergies and it reacted badly on my cheeks a couple of weeks ago. I used this as my day time moisturizer and it relieves the itchiness and dryness without causing more trouble for my skin! This product is definitely safe to use for the most sensitive skin. (in my opinion)

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Tips
  • apply every morning after your usual skin care routine
  • do not apply so much at once, a little goes a long way
  • wait for a couple of minutes for the product to absorb before putting on make up
  • check with the counter advisers if you fall under the category of Oily or Dry skin
  • use a spoon to get the product or transfer your moisturizer into smaller jars to prevent the whole jar to be exposed at once



Will I purchase?

Yes. I am almost done with my Clinique's DDML, this will be my day moisturizer!

Where can you purchase and how much?

At Clinique counters at any Rustan's mall for Php2,900 (approx $60.00)

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I want to give a special shoutout to my friend Shen! Thank you so much for dropping by the office and delivered this wonderful cheesecake with love and this cake is also from the rest of the Pinay beauty bloggers (Sophie, Jheng, Phoebe, Jaimie and Shen)! Extended birthday? hehehe Thank you sis!!! I love this!



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Have a wonderful Friday everyone!
I hope my journey of product reviews help you out!
Stay Happy!!!