Welcome Habitude!

 

This Proudly Local Skincare Brand Champions Philippine Botanicals

Habitude celebrates your habits and attitudes.

Habitude is the French word for habit. It is also a wordplay on habit and attitude. So much of how we take care of ourselves is reflected in our habits and attitudes, if you think about it. From the hours we more or less sleep, what we eat, how we prep or “undress” our skin, what we do, how we do it day in and day out, and our settled way of thinking towards these things—these are all our habits and attitudes. Who are we, if not creatures made up of all our little habits and attitudes, from the mundane to the serious, from skincare to self-love?

Habitude, a proudly local skincare brand, reflects, recognizes, and celebrates each of us, uniquely, the sum total of our habits and attitudes. After all, all are welcome at the beauty table.

When it comes to our skincare regimens, some of us are the grab-and-go type. To cleanse, moisturize, and apply SPF are enough. For others, it’s a 10-step ritual, at least. And sometimes, we swing both ways, habit-wise when the occasion calls for it.

This is why the women behind the brand have decided to launch Habitude with three products that are clean, natural, and super effective, so you're free to celebrate your own habits and attitudes—designed to adjust to your lifestyle and not the other way around. These are lovingly crafted with the best botanicals from the Philippines' own backyard and fused with fave ingredients from around the world, too. They can work well on their own—for the skinimalists—but can also play well with others.

The Habitude Hardworking Miracle Water (P849/100ml) is a multitasking toner and hydratant in one. It gently removes makeup and dirt as it unclogs pores, tones, and moisturizes. It is formulated with clarifying and anti-aging botanicals including Galactomyces and micronutrient-rich rice ferment filtrate (Oryza sativa) for a healthy, youthful glow.

The Habitude Seriously Revitalizing Serum (P949/30ml) is the ultimate glass-skin serum for an even-toned, luminous, and dewy complexion. It has high concentrations of Plant Mucin, Hyaluronic Acid (2%), and Niacinamide, blended with powerful antioxidants and heritage botanicals. Potent in every precious drop, it hydrates, repairs, and energizes the skin.

The Habitude Go-Getter Moisture + Sun Stick (P550/25g) is a facial moisturizer and sunscreen in one handy stick. It is thoughtfully formulated with 20% Zinc oxide, skin-loving emollients, and antioxidant botanicals—Carrot Seed Oil, Tomato Leaf Extract, and Aloe Vera—to nourish and illuminate skin as it protects against UV damage. Naturally hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, it is mineral oil-free and has absolutely no silicone and other harmful chemicals.

Habitude’s packaging is also something to note. All products are housed in recyclable materials and its tube is certified 100% compostable (yes, zero plastic!). The brand has also opted for full prints that showcase the ingredients and evoke happiness—quite refreshing to see on your vanity table, really. Ultimately, Habitude wants your skincare routine to be nothing short of a pleasurable experience, and not see it as a chore.

To quote Megan Thee Stallion: “Classy, bougie, ratchet...Sassy, moody, nasty.” Is it not wonderful to be all those things and more? Habitude is a brand that reflects how deeply and joyfully it celebrates that. The brand and its products have got you, and if they don’t yet, you bet they are working hard until they do. Come as you are, use as you would. #OwnYourHabitude

Habitude is available on www.habitude.ph. Follow @habitude.ph on

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

NEW! Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum

 

I reviewed about the sought after Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum a couple of years back.  Fast forward to today, who would have thought the product that gets sold every 12 seconds now comes with New Formulation, Better Hydration and Absorption powers?

It is possible!  I have tried this for a month!

Innisfree says —-

A daily moisture-barrier strengthening serum with the upgraded formula helps to care for dehydrated skin by moisturising, soothing, and nourishing a healthy-looking complexion.

Formulated with Green Tea Biome, a new ingredient that combines a balance of Tri-biotics™️ - prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics - to deeply hydrate and strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier from the inside, giving you water glowing skin and healthy-looking skin.

This best-seller helps replenish moisture and provides deep hydration with a blend of Green Tea Water and 5 types of Hyaluronic Acid, including one that is derived from Jeju’s green soybeans. Enriched with Allantoin that helps to temporarily relieve redness caused by external irritants.

I use this as first step after cleansing and like using this especially on day time especially since I am always in a hurry and I need instant hydration with instant absorption powers.  It feels so good and smells so nice!  It serves as a good makeup base as well because it helps keep my skin hydrated all throughout the day without any dry patches from powdered makeup.

Innisfree Brightening Pore Set Review

 

I love Innisfree not only for their makeup but their Skincare line!  The first Innisfree product I tried is the Green Apple Cleansing Oil which I bought from Seoul.  I loved the product so much I made sure to hoard on more cleansing oils and other skincare products whenever I visit Korea.

Fast forward to present, I am so thankful and happy the brand is finally here!  Getting my backups and favorites won’t be as hard especially since they are also available online at Lazada! 

I recently chanced upon their Brigthening Pore Set - I love sets, they are inexpensive way to test on product without commiting hefty amount!

Available at Lazada for the price of Php2,350 but on SALE at Php1,800+, I highly recommend YOU to add to card this set right away because I am so in love with their Brightening Pore Serum!  

Innisfree Brightening Pore Skin Serum

Available HERE

I originally got enticed to use this product because of the scent, I mean let me know if you are like me - scent is everything especially if it has to be on my face!  It has a light citrus-y scent, somewhat like a light breeze of orange.  It smells great!  But most of all, the texture was amazing too!  Almost like tha tof a water, it gets absorbed into skin in no time and I love the NON-tingling sensation.  Whenever I see the word Vitamin C, I worry about the harshness on my extremely sensitive skin.  Thankfully, after finishing up a bottle, I am happy to report that this product help keeps my skin brighter and lesser dark spots!  

How I know?  I breakout once a month and it always leave an ugly mark on my skin, this product helps lighten the spots which I appreciate a lot!

Innisfree Brightening Pore Spot Treatment

Speaking of spots coming from breakouts, I guess they finally made something for that!  I usually do spot treatment with the serum but now they created a light cream version which excites me!  

Dior Prestige Light In White Review

I have been a loyal Estee Lauder Group skincare user when it comes to "higher ended" ones.  Not because I'm a brand snob but because I've used quite a number of brands in the past and realized brands like Clinique, Estee Lauder, La Mer really worked for me and they came from the same group of companies.

That said, having this on hand made me want to share this to my dearest mom-in-law who loves skincare products as much as I do!  But because I wanted to do a decent review on this, I actually used this for a good 1 month and can I just be honest?

I don't want to give it back to her (sorry mommy!  I'll just buy you one!  LOL)

I personally loved Christian Dior for their makeup line but never thought of venturing into their skincare products.  After constant research and reading various Blogs, I should've tried their products earlier.

Dior Prestige Light In White 

Available in Rustans Beauty Source

This dermo-serum offers a powerful brightening action while helping boost the skin's strength. Day after day, La Solution Lumière promotes the skin's natural revitalization mechanisms.Tested under dermatological control on Asian skin.

So according to Dior Science, the skin's light capital is closely linked to its level of sensitivity (why, thank you Dior for mentioning that!)  True to what I believe in, the daily environmental aggressors can trigger skin sensitivity making our skin dull, maybe red, dry or oily?  In short, the environment confuses our skin's natural state!

Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum Review

Finally putting up the most talked about Serum when Innisfree arrived in the Philippines - the Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum.

First things first, WHEN do you apply serum?  That is a question I've been asked so many times so let me clear this up for you before I share to you my full review.

Serums are best applied twice a day and this is to be used immediately after cleansing and toning.  On days I am too lazy to apply moisturizer (especially on a hot, humid day), I use this alone and apply sunscreen before going out.  I find serums to be hydrating enough to keep my skin plump and healthy throughout the day.

Now that you're clear on when to apply it, let me share to you my in-depth review on the Innisfree's most sought after product.

Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum Says ---

A moisturizing serum with organic Jeju green tea and green tea seeds that hydrate your skin from deep within!  More moisture and freshness with 100% green tea. Rich in amino acids and minerals, green tea from Jeju's own green tea leaves hydrates your skin. 

Dual Moisture-Rising Technology™ derived from green tea and green tea seed oil . The fresh green tea deeply hydrates your skin and the green tea seed oil creates a strong moisture barrier to keep your skin moisturized longer. 

The first thing to apply after a face wash! 

As the first skincare product you use, it helps hold moisture in your skin and prevents moisture loss. 

dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Vitamin C Serum Review

Dear AMW Friends and Dear Klairs *lol*

What's good in putting Vitamin C on your skin?

Well, Vitamin C - in it's pure form is an effective ingredient to lighten/brighten areas applied.  The only problem is that (just like Ascorbic Acid tablets if you noticed), they have short shelf life so it turns yellow or worst brown after several days under sun and oxygen exposure.  That said, how can we use Vitamin C effectively in our beauty regimen?

I've found a product from dear Klairs called dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Vitamin C Serum , one of the main ingredient is Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) but with constant research and packaging, dear Klairs were able to give us Vitamin C drops with longer shelf life.

Now, keep in mind that I have dry/sensitive and just weird skin!  I cannot imagine putting Vitamin C on my skin as I can imagine immediately redness, itchiness or worst - burning sensation.  That was my expectation when I did a patch test.

With constant research, I've found out that dear Klairs only put 5% of Vitamin C making it a safe amount to use even for users with sensitive skin.  But of course, I keep caution by adding moisturizer immediately after use and use sunblock more than ever!

dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Vitamin C Serum is housed in a clear bottle with dropper which I love!  Very easy to use but I realized that since it has Vitamin C as main ingredient, it is best to store in dim areas not directly to sun.  I actually like putting this in the fridge instead to prolong shelf life.

dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Vitamin C Serum Says ---

Initial Thoughts on: Happy Skin Beauty

Effortless skincare, Happier Skin in 3 Steps.

That's the Happy Skin Beauty tagline and I liked it!  I know we as moms prioritize our family, but we also need to take care of ourselves so I like that there are simple products that targets specific skin issues!  You don't have to guess what needs to be done as everything is straightforward.  

Happy Skin created Happy Skin Beauty with 2 lines --- the Oil Control Series and Anti-Aging Series.  

What if you're in between?  What if you have normal skin?  Go for Anti-Aging line because it pays to start early in taking care of your skin!

"Unlike other anti-aging products in the market, Happy Skin Beauty's Anti-Aging Series offers rich hydration and skin renewal - all without the heaviness. It's made for normal, dry, and combination skin, and is perfectly compatible with makeup."

Hydrating Facial Wash

Php599.00

Cleansing is the first step to healthier skin. This Happy Skin Beauty Hydrating Facial Wash gently but deeply cleans the pores without stripping the skin of moisture. It reveals fresh and clean skin while making it smooth and supple keeping it at a healthy pH level.

I personally enjoyed using this for the lightweight texture.  In one tiny pea-size squeeze, it lathers up pretty well and goes smoothly on skin!  It felt like a cream-gel and it smells really good!  It has a subtle scent that relaxes me as I massage my troubles (a.k.a. makeup away!)

This can actually help remove certain makeup but for waterproof makeup, you need a separate makeup remover for that!  I like how my skin does not feel tight after wash and hey, no allergic reactions!  #ThankYouLord

On Simple Days Like Today....

Out of the 7 days of the week, I stay in Kyle's school every morning for 3 full hours around 3-4 days!  And the waiting area is right outside the school minus the shade.  

The first few months, I was too busy worrying about keeping myself sane waiting for 3 full hours outside the school (series marathon anyone?), I did apply body sunblock but didn't wear anything on my face because I'm just too lazy, tired and sleepy to do so!  Then I attended an event and saw a Media friend whom I haven't seen in a while and she said: "Nikki, did you recently go to a beach?  Your face looks a bit darker!"

OH NO!!!

That's when I realized how important it is, REALLY important, for me not to skip my daily sun defense even on days I don't feel like I need to prettify myself.  Because Sun Protection is not just a "beauty thing".  And it was perfect timing when I received a gift from The Body Shop Philippines.

Parang sinasabihan talaga ako nito!

New from The Body Shop, well, not so new now since it took me almost emptying both tubes to review these.

The Body Shop Drops Of Light™ Pure Healthy Brightening Serum Review

When the 30ml worth of The Body Shop Drops Of Light™ Pure Healthy Brightening Serum was dropped on my table last month, I knew I needed something to "brighten" my skin after I finished up my Shiseido Ultimune Serum!  The Body Shop skincare products are mostly okay for me so I actually skipped doing skin patch test and went on and tested the product that same night!

Then after seeing how I actually love the product, I went ahead and did a bit of research for you.  According to The Body Shop website

The Body Shop Drops Of Light™ Pure Healthy Brightening Serum ---

Replenish and illuminate skin with this lightweight, fast‑absorbing, non‑sticky serum. It glides effortlessly to deliver efficient brightening whilst leaving skin feeling instantly supple and hydrated..After 4 weeks skin imperfections and yellowness are reduced, pores look minimised and skin looks brighter and more translucent.

The Body Shop New Moisture White Bright Compact Foundation SPF25 PA+++ Review

Can you see any difference from my photo below with all the photos I posted in the past?

 
Can't tell?  Well, my face look "whiter"!  In a way, it isn't that "white" when I complete the rest of my makeup routine.  But just so you know, I found a Powder Foundation compact that you can literally see the brightening and whitening result immediately after just 1 application!  And mind you, I am using the right shade!