Eureka Moment: EOS Brush Set & Dollface Dual Ended Brush Set

Some people just can't own enough brushes...including me!  Remember my previous post on the Dollface Dual Ended Brush Set?   How everyone thought it's such a dead ringer for the Essence of Beauty Brush Set?  Well there's one way to find out!  You have to own 2 sets! And you're looking right at the crazy lady who seriously own one from Dollface and one from EOS!

The EOS Brush set whom my dear friend helped me purchase (thanks Angel! You know who are you).  She's super nice to help me purchase the limited edition one with a free Eye Shader brush!

And here's my Dollface Dual Ended Brush Set. 

A closer look on the E.O.S. Brush Sets, 

they are branded Essence of Beauty

it is printed

 

While Dollface has theirs with stickers

The imprint of the brush usage is the same on both

Essence of Beauty

 

And Dollface

Quality wise, they are exactly the same!

Now, isn't this a perfect Eureka Moment? 

These brushes are available both locally and in the US! :)

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!
Happy weekend!

Something New: No to Oil, Yes to Clear Skin This Christmas

Holidays are here and gift giving is definitely part of your list!  What if you're on a budget?  What to do?

Luckily, Clean & Clear makes available two special product bundles to keep the skin from breaking out and help girls achieve fair and radiant skin, without the excess oil, this holiday season!

Enjoy pimple and oil-free skin with the help of Clean & Clear pimple Clearing Kit. 

This kit consists of one Clean & Clear Active Clear Pimple Clearing Cleanser (50g) that helps clear pimples while at the same time, gently soothes irritated skin.  What's more, it comes with the Clean & Clear Oil Control Film at 50% off!  The all-time favorite oil blotter instantly removes excess oil and shine from the face.  It can be used anytime, anywhere throughout the day as it doesn't smudge make-up!

Available in all supermarkets, drugstores and department stores for Php133.50 (approx $2.90)

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To those who suffer from acne breakouts due to oily skin are also likely to have dull, lifeless skin.  Bring back your skin's naturally clear, fair glow with Clean & Clear Clear Fair Glow Kit.

 

This kit contains one Clean & Clear Clear Fairness Cleanwer (100g) and Clean & Clear Oil Control Film at half-price.  According to Johnson & Johnson, the Clear Fairness Cleanser has a unique whitening Vitamin C Beads Formula that effectively lightens skin, making it fair and radiant.  It's oil-free and non-drying formulation makes it ideal for everyday use.

Available in all supermarkets, drugstores and department stores for Php186.50 (approx $4.00)

Promo runs until December 31, 2009!
If you know someone who uses this brand and swore by this,

it's time to stock up and give love on Christmas season!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Reviews: L'oreal UV Perfect XL Block Advanced Spray Protector

Funny how I've always snubbed sunblock, now I knew the importance of it, I'm addicted!  If I haven't stress enough on my blog how important sunblock is, well I'm nagging YOU again! :P

After my first sunblock experience from The Face Shop, as I sailed through Neutrogena Sun Block, then with my first L'oreal Sunblock experience in Cream Gel form, now I'm on with a spray form!  If you don't call that addiction, you can call it paranoia! lol

L'oreal UV Perfect XL Block Advanced Spray Protector SPF40 says ---

To better protect sensitive skin against outside and inside aggressions and prevent premature skin-ageing. 

• Protective shield against external aggressions.  Advanced UVB/UVA protection reinforced against UVA, thanks to its patented filtering system XL Block with Mexoryl SX and XL.
• Protection of skin barrier function.  UV Perfect contains Ceramide 5 which stimulates the synthesis of lipids to reinforce functioning of skin barrier.
• Your skin is immediately protected against harmful UV rays and premature skin-ageing: brown spots, dryness, loss of elasticity
• Hydrated and smoothed, yoour skin stays fair and young looking.
• Exposed body zones: Chest, arms and hands
• Without colorants
• non greasy/non sticky texture
• water resistant

Ingredients (you can click to enlarge)

AMW says ---

Pros

• spray type packaging makes it easier, no overspilling
• water resistant
  
• absorbs to the skin easily, no greasy feel
• has SPF40!
• no weird scent
• no allergies
• liquid consistency, easy to apply
  
• manufacturing  date printed

Cons

• though it is not sticky or greasy, there is still a weird feeling of "barrier" especially if you perspire
• if you're into scent, sorry this doesn't have any!  Just a faint sunblock smell
• because of its "pearlescence", taking photos with flash may make you look "oily" or "perspiring"
  

Overall

L'oreal UV Perfect XL Block is the sunblock I take along  with me if I plan to go swimming due to its water resistant properties.  I like the spray type tube especially with its watery texture as it wll easily spill without this type of packaging.  I like spraying this all over my legs and arms before I hit the sun and how it felt so light and gives out a nice and natural glow on my skin! 

Tips

•  water resistant, did not state perspiration resistant so do reapply if you're out in the sun too long
• apply 10-15 minutes prior to sun exposure
• always check expiration date, chuck out expired products
• if itchiness or allergies occur, STOP using the product immediately
• wait for sales ! L'oreal always have sales down here, 10-20% is worth the wait!
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes!

Where to purchase and how much?

Available nationwide at SM Department stores and Watson's Beauty stores, PCX, The Landmark, Robinson's Department Stores, Shopwise, Rustan's Supermarket, Mercury Drugstores and Gaisana Metro Department stores for Php495.00 (approx $10.80)

A closer look on one spritz

Pearly white color, very watery in texture

Easy to spread

 

Easily absorbed

 

Haven't I stressed enough on the importance of sunblock?

Am I sucessful? *I hope I am*

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!
Happy Humpy Wednesday!

AMW Reviews: Cream Silk Precision Repair Treatment

Last month, I've attended "Runway Ready" Hair for Philippine Fashion Week by Cream Silk.  I've asked myself if runway ready hair can be achieved by doing weekly home treatments and spending less amount of money.  Is it really possible?

Cream Silk says ---

The silky, rich cream pinpoints the damage to reconstruct and help strengthen hair internally and externallly, exactly where there's wear and tear.

It transforms damanged hair to superb softness, smoothness and shine.

Ingredients

Water, cetearyl alcohol, Dimethiconol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Parfum, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, C11-13 Isoparaffin, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Citric Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Meroxapol 311, Disodium EDTA, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lysine Hydrochloride, Hellanthus annuus, Oleic Acid, Silk Amino Acids, Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Ceramide 2, Aloe  barbadensis.

Size 270ml

AMW says ---

Pros

• inexpensive product
• smells WONDERFUL
• works!  I swear it made my hair softer and tangle free
• I don't have a lot of falling hair as before

Cons

•  NONE

Overall

I've used Cream Silk conditioners in the past and they are always so-so for me, nothing spectacular so I never expected anything on the new Cream Silk Precision Repair Treatment.  I have my backup hair treatment just in case this one messes up!  And surprisingly!  I don't even need to touch my backup for a couple of weeks as this product works!  It seriously works and I am singing praises!  Bravo to Cream Silk for coming up with such wonderful and inexpensive hair treatment that works! 

Blow drying obviously dehydrated my hair,  and not to forget constant use of flat iron or curling iron!  For the past 4 weekends, I've used this hair treatment and massage it section per section and cling wrap it for more than 30 minutes, my hair is definitely recharged for the coming weeks! 

Tips

From Cream Silk

After using shampoo & conditioner, squeeze out excess water and massage a few scoops  onto hair.  Leave on for just 3-5 minutes, then rinse.  For best results, use with Cream Silk Protect and Revitalize Conditioner and Cream Silk Smooth Defense Leave-on.

For normal to slightly damaged hair, use at least once a week.

For severely damaged hair after coloring, straightening and perming, use consecutively for 3 days and every 7 days after.

From AMW

• if you don't have the time, you can leave this while you shower for 3-5 minutes
• if you have the time, do leave this product longer!  I swear, my hair after washing is just divine!
• use a scoop instead of your fingers  to grab the product

• do not scrimp on product usage, the longer or thicker hair you got, the more product is needed.
• your hair and my hair are totally different!  Not sure if this product works for your hair?  Purchase their treatment sachet for cheaper amount.  Not much wastage if it doesn't work for you.
  

Will I repurchase?

Yes!  I did!  I bought 2 more tubs!

Where to purchase and how much?

Available in all leading supermarkets, department stores and personal care stores nationwide. 

20ml sachet - Php14.00 (approx $0.30)

270ml tub - Php210.00 (approx $4.57)

A closer look on the product

The texture felt like creamy gel

Looks like "tofu" lol

 

Have you used Cream Silk's Precision Repair Treatment?
What's your experience?
Love it ? Hate It? 

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Nail Art Tutorial: Christmas-y Nails for Beginners

Happy Monday friends! :)  Positivity is always the right attitude to start a Manic Monday like this!  A dear friend Anastacia requested for a very simple nail art that doesn't use any stickers, it has been a long time request so dear, I hope you like this! :)

Step 1:

Apply base coat prior to polish application.  Using ELF Polish in Gum pink, apply 2 coats and let dry.  You can use any matte polish as a base for this tutorial.

Step 2:

Using L.A. Colors Art Deco in White, quickly create several lines like the previous one I've done for my Fimo Nails.  

Step 3:

Using Prettynails' baby pink glitter 2 way nail art pen, create lines on top of the white lines to create an illussion of a "snow capped" pink mountain! hahaha

Step 4:

Using L.A. Colors Art Deco in Sparkly Red, do the same strokes as Steps2-3 and do not cover all the "white" portion.

Step 5:

Apply rhinestones as needed.  I want it simpler so I used one on each fingers and more on thumbnails.

Step 6:

Top your art with your favorite top coat.

Enjoy your simple nail art
It looks festive and you're ready for Christmas season!

P.S. do not forget to join "For the Win: Karmin G3 Pro in White", last day today!!! Readers worldwide are encouraged to join!  Goodluck!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!