AMW Reviews: Pure Beauty Treatment Essence Water

Happy Friday!  I'm actually singing into the tune of Katy Perry's "Last Friday Night" and believe me when I say, I can't even remember what I did last Friday night!  Tsk, shows my true age! :P

As I am typing this email, a lot of things are going through my head!  So much things to be done but I'm glad I still have this giddy feel to write a new post!  I guess it's YOU who gave me the energy to write because I know someone's reading believing in me!  *naks!  EMO mode*

I will be reviewing yet another not so expensive hair care product!  Sigh, so difficult to be a woman!  

After my Pure Beauty Treatment Hair Care Oil review, a couple of AMW readers have commented how much they like the product as well!  To some, who dislikes the feeling of "oil" on hands, here's another answer to your "no oil on  hands" prayer!

The Pure Beauty Treatment Essence Water

Pure Beauty Treatment Essence Water says ---

For taming frizziness and flyaway hair caused by dryness.

Size: 200ml
Ingredients: 

AMW says ---

Pros

• The spritz bottle is easy to use plus it has a "protection" .

 

• Feels very light on hair and it doesn't weight hair down.  
• My hair did not oil up midday.
• Lightly scented.  Not overwhelming.
• Easier to comb my hair after spritzing.
• Does reduce frizziness but not as much as the "oil" version.
• Doesn't cause dandruff or hair itching.
• Inexpensive and this bottle may last you a long time especially if your hair is short.

Cons

• Just a super tiny complaint, the nozzle can't be adjusted so mine doesn't "spritz" well!  It squirts straight line, imagine PEE! LOL!   (Not sure if its only mine)

Overall
Nice to use such product especially if I want parts of my hair to be "less frizzy" especially on the driest part of my hair (ends).

Tips

• If you have dry and frizzy hair, go for the Oil version.
• Try to spritz away from the roots! 
• If the nozzle doesn't work for you and you dislike the "straight line" spray, you can transfer the content to another spritzer bottle.
• Want to take this along during travel? Transfer this to a smaller spritz bottle so you can take this along anywhere you go.
• Spritz more when you know you needed protection from the harmful rays of the sun.
• Want to tame short, baby hairs?  Spritz this product gently on your comb, and spread the product using the comb directly onto the baby hairs.

Will I repurchase?
Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
Anyone who has normal, oily or limp hair!  The water version is lighter as compared to the oil version so this one would work on hair that doesn't have much frizziness and dryness issues!

If you tend to do a lot of chemical treatments on your hair, its nice to "quench" the thirst of our hair with this product.

Where to purchase and how much?

At Watsons or Beauty by SM for Php299.00 (approx $6.95).

AMW personally likes to spritz 

the middle portion down to the ends of her hair.

Hold the product approximately 4-6 inches away.

Enjoy spritzing to soft, healthy-looking hair!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Nail Art Tutorial: Yellow on Red, Red on Yellow

Happy Thursday everyone!  Are you as giddy as I am as the weekend is super reachable?  Today, I am excited to share another simple nail art tutorial that uses only a few shades, this is dedicated for readers who own limited shades of polish and I chose the 2 shades that most of us would have! 

Red and Yellow --- I did not add Green as I don't plan to do a "Stop Light" nail art tutorial! :P

Here's the finish product, the point is to create sharp-edged petals on both sides for that "Christmas-y" feel. To make the design pop, I used only 2 colors against each other thus the name Yellow on Red, Red on Yellow.

AMW Bulletin: Forever21 On Sale THIS Weekend!

Ah, SALE!  That 4-letter word that can increase fashion-lovers' blood pressure!  I will be super busy over the weekend but I'll see if I can reward myself by stopping by at Forever 21 3 Day Sale!

Take note of the following details ---

August 19 10am-12nn

10% off on regular priced items when you use your SM Advantage Card/BDO Rewards/SM Prestige Card

20% off on regular priced items when you use both your F21 Mastercard and SM Advantage Card/BDO Rewards/ SM Prestige Card, with minimum purchase of Php5,000 net of discounts

Aug 19-21
10% off on regular priced items when you use your F21 Mastercard, with minimum purchase of Php5,000 net of discounts.

Aug 19-21
5% rebate when you use any BDO credit card, with minimum purchase of Php5,000 net of discounts

Forever 21 Mastercard holders can get in as early as 8:30am.  Just present 1 valid ID to enter.  One entry per card.

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Forever 21 stores are located at the Second Level of SM Megamall A and at the Ground Floor of SM Makati in the Central Business District. You can also follow Forever 21 on facebook (http://www.facebook.com/forever21ph) and twitter (http://www.twitter.com/forever21ph).  Want a Forever 21 Mastercard, visit http://www.bdo.com.ph and apply now.

AMW Gives: Gloww --- Winners!

Ok, please don't kill me for posting the winners' name late!  I have my reasons, I've been working and playing "tourist" in Shanghai.  After I came back, I've been very busy with work!  

Sound kinda defensive eh?  hehehe What?  You rather know the winners than read my excuses?  FINE!  *stomps* 

Serious side, thanks everyone for joining the GLOWW contest!  Seems like a lot of you would like to "GLOWW"!  So without further ado, thanks to my ever trusted Fruit Machine, here are the 2 winners!  Congratulations to ----

Nicole Aguilar Pare

Jopay San Juan

I will email both of you for shipping details!
To the rest, thank you so much for joining, there will be more contests coming up!  

Keep checking back for more contests!
Thanks Gloww for this!

Keep smilin'
Stay Happy

Eureka Moment: One Shade Lighter?

Today, my post is dedicated to readers who could be searching for such product in the market and can't seem to find one or doesn't even know exists!

When I took one look at the box of "Instant White" By Glorious Skin promising instant "white" at first usage, my first instinct: "Yeah right!  Who would want that?  Probably an actor/actress playing a role of a ghost? vampire?" 

Keep in mind that I won't be reviewing this product as I don't plan to use this on my face because I really don't need such function (for now), thank God that my face and neck color match!  But, mind you, I've met a couple of clients who told me their biggest problem is how their face and neck color does not match! This product may actually be the answer to their prayers! OR!  If you mistakenly purchased a shade darker foundation and wouldn't mind trying this product....aha!  Another Eureka Moment for you!

Instant White by Glorious Skin is a light cream that immediately results to a one shade lighter skin tone upon application.  Visibly fairer skin with daily use.  

Checking the box, it's formulated in New Jersey, USA exclusively distributed by Watsons Personal Care Stores (Philippines) Inc. and this costs Php399.00 (approx $9.50).

Initial reaction, the mouth of this pot is too big!  The product is too watery so be careful not to tilt the pot.  I should've listened to my own advise as it got messy on me!  It would be great to purchase a plastic lotion containers and transfer the product for easy storage and usage.

I applied tiny amount of product at the back of my hand.  The consistency is on the water-y side, almost the same consistency as SunPlay Watery Cool Sunblock Lotion.  This one is a tiny bit thicker.

You have to massage the product quickly onto the skin before it dries, once dry, it stays that way and does not transfer to your dark clothing.  I actually tried rubbing my hand against a dark shirt.

If your skin is dry like mine, the product will settle into lines as shown on my fingers, this can be reduced by applying your favorite moisturizer first, let the moisturizer set in then go on with Instant White application!  If you apply this on your face, same concept, moisturize your face before you apply small amount of  Instant White by Glorious Skin.  Less is more!  Keep that in mind!

Don't kill me for doing this but I tested the product on my knees. If its safe for the face, then I'm sure its fine for the body!  Do not apply on broken skin!  My knees aren't dark to start with but there's a spot at least a shade darker than the rest of my legs (I'm sure a lot of you can relate), after application (plus loads of laughter as Mr. AMW can't believe that the location of my face was transferred to my knees! hahaha) 

Yes, I have to agree, the instant whitening effect is there and not the "ghostly" type!  Its quite natural as long as you blend it well!  Take a look at the product "build up" on the side that was not not blended well! (pointed by a yellow arrow).

Eureka moment to the natural-looking one-shade lighter effect!  But keep in mind that not all products will work for ALL individuals.  Always test the product first before you start slathering all over your face and regret later on.  

Apply a small mount of Instant White on wrist area, leave for 5-10 minutes and check if its suitable for your skin or no allergic reactions occur!

Would you try such product?
If you've tried this, share to us your experiences!
I'm sure our readers will appreciate it!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!