Discovering the richness of Nature with the All-new Cream Silk Rich Organic Powerfusion Ultra Conditioner

 

For someone who was born with dry, frizzy hair, I have relied on conditioners for so long.  One brand I really talk highly about (yes, you can even search in this blog my old postings) is Cream Silk.

What I like about Cream Silk conditioners is how they find solutions for each hair issues.  And to be honest, after trying out so many variants from the brand, I would never thought that one day, they would outdo themselves once again.

Harnessing the power of nature, Cream Silk unveils its first ever conditioner inspired by the best that Mother Earth has to offer: 

Cream Silk Organic Powerfusion Ultra Conditioners
SRP: Php150.50 for 150ml

. The country’s #1 haircare brand combines its signature moisturizing technology with organic balms and luxurious natural oils in one product, for naturally luscious hair that blooms with life.

“For the past 35 years, Cream Silk has given modern Filipinas the best solutions to make sure their hair is always at its ultimate,” says Carlos Corrales, Cream Silk’s Senior Brand Manager. “This year, we are proud to introduce our first ever conditioner that combines technology and the power of nature to help even more of our Cream Silk women unlock the secret to intensely nourished hair.”

I managed to squeeze in a ZOOM event with Cream Silk for their launch a couple of weeks ago and here's what I learned.

Infused with Cream Silk’s advanced technology, Cream Silk Organic Powerfusion is also fortified with natural ingredients and tested and loved by Filipinas. Its two variants, Rich Moisture and Rich Lustre, are made with balms, which are known to moisturize dry surfaces, and oils, which are known to add shine and lustre. These also lock in hydration and smoothen hair from the root, protecting it from external elements and further damage.

Shop for a Cause, why not? (Voucher Code Php200 off!)

When I do my grocery shopping, I pick a lot of UNILEVER items!  I mean can you tell me if you can find 1 home that does not have or own at least 1 Unilever made products?

That would be a challenge!  But for the brand I support, I am happy Unilever is active in GIVING BACK to the community.

Shop for a Cause at Unilever’s #BeautyThatCares Sale

This coming Friday, August 9, 2019, you can look forward to Unilever's first ever #BeautyThatCares Sale exclusively on Shopee!

For one day only, Unilever products from iconic brands like Cream Silk, Dove, Pond’s,Closeup, and Rexona, to name a few, will be on sale for up to 75% off*, with proceeds goingto three partner organizations that share Unilever’s advocacy:

• For the people, Unilever will be supporting UNICEF, the world's leading organization for children. UNICEF works in the toughest places to reach children in greatest need with life-saving assistance and long-term help, and to protect the rights of every child everywhere.
•  For the society, they’ll be working with the LGBT Chamber of Commerce, an industry organization of businesses of, by, and for the LGBT community. The chamber promotes business excellence and development in the Philippines for workplace equality, national development, community-building, and pride and professional advancement in the country. 

• And for the planet, proceeds will go to Future Faces, a non-profit organization that develops sustainable solutions to decrease waste production. Future Faces aims to build a multi-purpose center using repurposed plastic that will enable them to feed impoverished communities while helping the planet at the same time.

To further land the message of #BeautyThatCares, Unilever’s Beauty and Personal Care brands will each unveil a refreshed packs on digital showcasing its purpose. The brands’ purpose statements like Dove’s advocacy to bring out every woman’s self-esteem, and Closeup’s mission to fight for the freedom to love, will be displayed front and center on the Shopee app and the brands’ social media pages.

I guess it is time for YOU and ME to shop and stock up on our favorite Unilever products.  This is the best time to shop and help people and our society and planet as well!  Great Job Unilever!

Since we are doing our part to give back, I may as well do my part in sharing this ---

Use the voucher code: ULBTC200 to get an additional PHP200 off with a minimum purchase of PHP1,000. Plus! Get a free Beauty That Cares shirt and drawstring bag when you shop on August 9. Until supplies last! Proceeds from the sale will go to UNICEF, LGBT Chamber of Commerce, and Future Faces. For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/BeautyThatCares.

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

A Summer Must-Try!

When it comes to hair products, I am at this stage of my life where I don't get swayed off easily by advertisements!  I know particularly the needs of my hair and if a product is effective or not.  

One hair care brand that I really depend on even before I got into Blogging was Cream Silk.  Cream Silk is indeed (in my opinion) top on the list when we talk about conditioner!  

I know the brand has evolved into something better for the past years, I love how they customized each conditioner depending on hair issues.  Yes, our hair aren't all the same, we all have our different issues and I'm glad Cream Silk targeted it!

This March, Cream Silk unveiled another product perfect for summer!  The NEW Limited Edition Cream Silk Fresh Hydration!

Because this is limited edition, I have to share this post as soon as I can because I want you ALL to give it a try before it's too late!

I have to admit, I've used this only 3 times since I received this but I would like to share to you my thoughts ---

• Light Blue which I find super cute!  
• Smells really fresh, I can't pinpoint the exact scent but it smells like flowers on field!  
• Well, ALL Cream Silk conditioners make my hair easier to comb and tangle-free, but for this particular variant, what I noticed is that my hair look straighter?  I guess it's the extra moisture they added?
• I don't really have greasy scalp plus I never put conditioner on the scalp area so I can't comment if this will add grease to the hair!  
• I personally think as long as you use the right amount of conditioner, the product won't weight down your hair and won't make it feel greasy.
• Now upon usage, the product doesn't feel like any Cream Silk conditioners I've used in the past, the texture is almost like a "gel moisturizer" so I felt it wasn't doing anything.  You'll see the effect the next day.
• The next day, you'll immediately see the difference, hair is soft and light!

Unfortunately, this product is LIMITED Edition so this may be gone forever!  I wish Cream Silk would make this a yearly tradition, like bring it back every summer because I'm sure a lot would like this to happen! 

Cream Silk Fresh Hydration Conditioner is available at leading supermarkets and drugstores nationwide with SRP Php109.00 for 170ml and Php197.50.00 for 340ml.

Have you seen this variant in local stores near you?

Will you give this a try?

What's your favorite Cream Silk variant?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Cream Silk's Customized Solution + My New Hair Color

I color my hair "as long as I can remember".  

From boxed color treatment to having it done professionally at salons.  Given the chance that my hair could talk, well..let's not go there.

BUT, in my defense, I take care of my hair dearly!  I use conditioner on a daily basis and use hair treatment at least twice a week.  

So imagine just how many tubes of conditioners I use up in a month?

That's why I was squealing with joy when I received Cream Silk's newest range called Customized Solutions.  I noticed that they also changed their packaging with more "relate-able" models as they are our country's well-known personalities (Heart Evangelista, Coleen Garcia, Nadine Lustre, Pia Wurtzbach, Yassi Pressman, Julie Anne San Jose, and Rachelle Ann Go.)

The 7 customized solutions covers all Filipinas' Hair Needs, from Standout Straight to Hair Fall Defense, Damage Control, Stunning Shine, Dry Rescue, Dandruff-Free and Color Protect. 

I'm sure like me,  you probably wanted to try ALL variants.

But since I color my hair a lot!  And I recently had my hair "Balayage-d" at HairShaft Salon, Podium, Fred Penales went all out with Ash tone Balayage.  My hair is extremely light with all shades of Ash and I can imagine my hair getting dry in a week's time!  SO I'm definitely arming myself with Color Protect Conditioner from Cream Silk and so far, the experience was wonderful!

Double Up On Beauty with Cream Silk's Daily Treatment Conditioner

One of my favorite conditioner brand, I've said this a couple of times in the blog is Cream Silk.  I like how it can make my lifeless hair feel softer, smoother, in almost an instant!  I guess, it's because the brand understood the needs of Filipina hair more than other brands!

One of my favorite Cream Silk Daily Treatment Conditioner variant is the Dry Rescue one because it does help my extremely dry, sensitized hair.

During the Cream Silk Double Up on Beauty event, the brand collaborated with Four Top Beauty Experts to share their insider tips on taking yoru look from good to great!

Drugstore Favorites

...non-makeup related!

On the day we celebrated our 8th year Wedding Annivesary (more details tomorrow!), the hubby went on work leave and accompanied me to events then finished off the rest of the day with some bonding!

One of the things we love to do even way back in college was to shop!  Not clothes nor shoes but household items!  Yes we are THAT practical!

So finally, we got the chance to shop at SM Beauty Section and Watsons Pharmacy section after my quick event and I realized, there are some things that are always present in the "basket".

pH Care Naturals Intimate Wash

Variants: Guava Leaf Extract and Papaya Extract

Php49.50 for 50ml, Php104.00 for 150ml

I used to be a regular pH Care variant user and when I was sent these 2 new variants, I gave it a try right away and guess what?  Both variants jumped up to my favorite intimate wash scent!  And what I love about these is that they are made with all-natural ingredients --- Papaya and Guava extract.

After almost finishing up my Guava variant, I can say, they are non-drying, extremely comfortable to use and the scent is extremely nice!

Readers' Corner: Q&A Portion to Jumpstart 2015

Hi AMW friends!
Today, I will be answering some queries I get from my email!  I think I have to do this or else, I will be loaded forever!  :P  Don't get me wrong, I am very happy with all your emails because that keeps me going!  If you wonder how I get the time to blog?  That's for you to find out *winks*  Just joking, I do so in between breaks!  When I have coffee break or right now, a Calamansi juice break! 

Reader Question #1

"What should I invest on aside from makeup kit and brushes if I plan to pursue a career in makeup artistry?"

AMW Answers:

Okay, my answer may probably surprise you but I can actually  put this in an "Unsung Hero" post.  After years of doing makeup, I realized how important Z-Palette is (or any customizable palettes available in the market) for a PRO MUA like me!  Especially when I started to go on gigs on my own, lugging a huge Zuca bag, it is very difficult to transfer from one place to another (ALONE) with a luggage full of makeup, a huge mirror and a bag!  

I first "depotted" all my face powders and transferred it to my first Pink Z-Palette and I realized not only does it help lessen the load of my kit, it is very easy for me to do retouch as I only need to carry 1 palette instead of 6 compacts!  

I got more Z-palettes and I plan to depot some of my blushes and contour/highlight powders!  

I got my 2nd Z-palette online via Shopping District. 

Reader Question #2
"Nikki, can you recommend a lipgloss brand that has wide range of colors just like MAC but lesser the price tag?"

Unboxing: BDJBox September 2014 Beauty Innovations

BDJ Box never failes to surprise me with their monthly beauty products, this September Box ain't no exception!  This Beauty Innovations Box is worth EVERY SINGLE CENT you spent in subscribing because they are fill in mostly FULL sized products!  I love how this box is versatile!  You see new releases and all-time favorites as well!  

You want something for hair?  Skin?  Face?  They have it all! 

The box is bigger than the regular BDJ Box.

TADAH!

AMW Reports: All Things Hair (ATH)

Did you started out watching makeup tutorials or hair tutorials?

I have to admit, I went for hair tutorials first, because I did share the story about my love/hate affair with my hair in my past blog post right?  

I am one hell of a hair girl!  I like creating different hairstyles and I was able to do this hairstyle for an important Nuffnang event (NAPBAS 2011) 3 years ago in Malaysia.

Yes, sariling kulot, sariling "tease" and sariling ponytail....in less than 5 minutes!  On the side note, I just realized, this was the memorable trip that brought me closer to my dear blogger friend Lush Angel! :)

L-R Patty Laurel-Filart, Me and Angela Nepomuceno

As much as I enjoy the international hair tutorials, I dislike the fact that sometimes, they use specific hair styling products that aren't available locally, or, they have different hair texture and color that sometimes, their tips won't matter for us Filipinas.

 Last September 18, I was invited to a launch called ATH All Things Hair.  I told myself I won't miss this event because I am one HAIR Addict and aside from that, one of my very good friend is part of this!  You got it!  Angela is one hair guru and you have to watch her tutorials (and the rest of the ambassadors), I learned so much from them!

During the launch, Joey Mead, the night's gorgeous host, interviewed Thomas Poulain of Google Philippines.  We were told that every thousands of Filipinos search for hair tips, tutorials, styles and inspirations, that is why Unilever thought of addressing these issues by collaborating with the world's Top Vloggers and hair brands to form an online destination for hair solutions and inspirations.

AMW Bulletin: #TeenWeekPH

Let's go back to memory lane...it may not be a Throwback Thursday but today is officially the start of #TeenWeekPH so I'm definitely looking back to my wonderful teenage years.

AMW x Cream Silk Gives: Cream Silk Hairfall Defense

** Congratulations to Mariz Domingo and Kimberly Camille Tiu
Hi AMW Friends!

After the Toni Gonzaga TVC for Cream Silk Daily Treatment Conditioner, would you believe that there is another new Cream Silk revolutionary product under its wing?

With the power to strengthen your hair to up to 10x more, that's the Cream Silk's Hair Fall Defense line! Watch the new TVC featurning Sam Pinto as their new muse!

Ordinary hair made 10x stronger with Cream Silk. 240 minutes of play. 40 songs. 0 hair breakage.

Experience hair that’s beyond strong with Asia's first human hair violin quartet using Cream Silk Hair Fall Defense. #HairViolin #BeyondBeautiful 

There's a great news for you.  2 Lucky AMW readers can get the chance to win Cream Silk Hair Fall Defense Gift Packs!  In this way, you can help make your hair strong, shiny and smooth!

Tip for the Day: Hair Products You Can Buy at Watsons

Good morning AMW friends!  Today, I will share to you a topic super close to my heart!  It's all about HAIR!  Everyone says the hair is an extension of your identity, that statement may seem outrageous to some but I totally agree, my hair/hairstyle is one huge topic until this very day, you'll understand why later on!  

The reason why I want to talk about hair is because I recently got a huge loot from dear Watsons as they launch the Hair Affair campaign. It's a loot that brought me back to memory lane! 

Please read more, you won't regret it as you'll have a good laugh!  I may even change my mind and put down the photo :P  *winks*

Perfection by Cream Silk Full-Bodied Straight Detangling Spray Review

Happy Friday everyone!  How's the "super hot" and "humid" week treating you?  I hope you hydrate yourself by drinking loads of water and eat fruits! :) 

My hair has been going crazy for the past months and I'm actually thinking of doing another Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment which I've done almost 2 years ago and I loved the effect!  I planned to do it after my Tokyo trip but I got busy --- busy getting sick, busy getting sad that my dearest dog passed away, busy gaining back my strength so going for a Keratin Treatment had to wait!

Then I got an invite to try out Perfection by Cream Silk at The Spa!  I dragged myself to the event because I needed the pampering session so much!  

As shared on my report (read article HERE),  the Cream Silk team takes pride in sharing the new, premium line that has the added KERATIN and this superior technology can get absorbed into our hair better than regular conditioning treatment!

I have to admit, I did the "OWSSS????" (Not believing).  It was embarrassing but I can't help myself !  *laughs*  Sarah Lim of Cream Silk laughed and told me to try it instead.  She was that confident! :)

Since I am currently still finishing up my daily conditioner and hair treatment, I started with the Detangling Spray and after just a few usage, I'm biting my tongue!  You'll know why after reading my review.

Cream Silk says ---

The first ever premium specialist range from Cream Silk specially designed for straightened hair.  With Cream Silk's breakthrough Pro Technology Advanced formulation with pico-nutrients and keratin penetrates deeply into the hair cortex.

Detangling Spray is an Advanced formula with UV filter, it helps detangle hair to make it well-aligned and enhanced hair's shine.

Ingredients: Water, Alcohol, 1-Butyl Alcohol, Perfume, Dimethicone, Laureth-23, Di-C12-15, Pareth-4, Phosphate, Triethanolamine, Methyl-paraben, Propyl Paraben, Starch, Hydroxypropylthimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Chloride, Urea, Startrimonum Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Diglycerin, Citric Acid, Ethylexyl, etc..

Something New: Perfection by Cream Silk

Have you seen the newest hair commercial by the gorgeous Georgina Wilson?  I did!  And I had my jaw dropped for a good 10 seconds!  She looks absolutely perfect!  No wonder Perfection by Cream Silk got her as their face for the new premium hair care line!

A couple of bloggers, including yours truly, was invited for a nice, relaxing Saturday afternoon at The Spa!  It was just a perfect timing as my body was aching from all the walking around Tokyo for the past week.  I drove myself on a very hot Saturday afternoon to The Spa, BGC branch.

As soon as I got in, I met up with Sarah Lim from Unilever who excitedly shared to me the new product line.  

"What's the difference between Perfection by Cream Silk and the regular Cream Silk we love?"  I immediately asked!  (Don't I sound like a reporter there?  *pats myself on the back* lol)

Sarah told me how we love our hair after stepping out of the salon, and how we wished to prolong the gorgeous look!  Now it's possible as Perfection by Cream Silk features a superior technology called Keratinology (yes the same one used for Keratin treatment to prevent frizz.)  The size is one thousand times smaller than nano technology which makes it easier for the product to penetrate deep into the hair up to 3 layers!  

There are 2 ranges available ---- Full-Bodied Straight and Anti-Hair Fall 

Product information (L-R):

• Leave-on (for daily use) Php275.00
• Intensive Treatment Mask (for weekly use) Php230.00
• Detangling Spray (for daily use) Php300.00
• Daily Treatment Conditioner (for daily use) Php10.00 for sachet and Php145.00 for tube

To experience the Perfection, we were treated with a 45 minutes body massage *ah, pure bliss* and we took a shower and were given the chance to use Perfection By Cream Silk for Full-Bodied Straight.  

What I noticed is the tiny hint of fragrance that doesn't irritate my senses.  I used the Daily Treatment Conditioner and left it for a couple of minutes before I washed it off with cold water!  

As soon as we got out of the shower, we were led to an "almost" salon set up were we had our hair dried and styled with the help of Detangling Spray to protect my hair from heat and finishes up with the Leave-On treatment.  We were jokingly telling each other how our hair ended up looking like it came straight from a Keratin Smoothing Treatment!

So far, Cream Silk never failed me in terms of hair conditioning!  I am looking forward to use this premium line and the price isn't bad at all!

To the rest of you who wanted to have a similar hair pampering experience like we did, feel free to visit Cream Silk Mobile Salons and give your hair the treatment it deserves!

April 22, 2012 at Eastwood Atrium
April 28, 2012 at SM Megamall Atrium

Feel free to add Cream Silk Hair Reborn on Facebook to know more about their promos and activities!

Thank you Cream Silk Team, Media Contacts and Fuentes for the lovely Saturday afternoon!  Thanks to fellow bloggers whom I shared some laughs with!

L-R Vern, Alyssa, Shen, Me and Marge

Would you be interested to give this full range a try?

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

I Wonder: "How Many Times A Week Do You Treat Your Hair?"

Happy start of the week AMW Readers!  How's your weekend?  It was quite a relaxing weekend for me because I spent it playing my favorite PSP game of all time "Patapon 3", watched re-runs of Boys Over Flowers on KBS Channel and the best of all!  Had another hair treatment and haircut session at my favorite Tony & Jackey salon!

Let's talk about the haircut!  If you are a long time reader, you can count the frequency of my haircut because I always like my layers to be in shape!  I get irritated right away if the ends of my hair starts to get dry!  That explains why I can never sport that "Rapunzel-looking" hair! (Sorry Prince!  No hair to fall off the tower for you to climb up!) :P

Tony & Jackey haircut for women costs Php500.00 (approx $11.60) the nice lady who washed my hair offered me hair treatment with free haircut for Php1,000 (approx $23.00).  I usually say no to hair treatment as I do them at home, but since I'm there and I'm looking for some well-deserved "me" time.  I said yes!

The point of the post, *laughs* is how I got to chat with my favorite Korean Hairstylist!  She asked me how many times I do "at-home hair treatments" and I proudly told her once a week!  She gave me a disappointed look, like a mom, she asked me to increase the frequency of my hair treatment because of my hair color.

Exact words from her: "If you want color your hair forever?  You treat your hair with care forever!"  

Yes, I was scolded by my hairstylist!  (How dare her?!!?)  LOL  In which at the end I realize, she's right! 

Thank goodness for my love for hair that I have a lot of hair treatment back-ups I store in a huge case under my bed!  (yes, I have to be that specific!) :P 

Here are some new ones I will try!

Cream Silk Vitamin Treatment

Weekly Straight Shine

Dove Damage Therapy

I believe it's not available locally, brother bought me this in Shanghai!

Hortaleza Hair Spa Treatment

I got this as a birthday gift from HBC family, thanks!

I Wonder:
"How Many Times A Week Do You Treat Your Hair?"

I'll start doing the "at least 3x a week hair treatment" and I will report back if I see any improvement on my strands!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

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!