Mentholatum Organic Lip Balm

There are two things that many of our office secretaries have on their desks: hand cream and lip balm. While I often joke that they should be presented with a ‘most hard working’ award for their devotion and frequency of applying and reapplying their hand cream and lip balm so ever often, I have to admit that their efforts and perseverance to protect their perfectly manicured hands and luscious pouts are pretty much admirable. If only I could be half as hard working…

Anyway, I may be lazier in terms of the reapplication frequencies; I am still very much a lip balm person, particularly because my lips tend to get dry and chap easily. Besides giving my lippies protection and a little pampering that the petals deserved, I use lip balm to double up as primer for my lip makeup as it could fills up the lines and helps my lipstick to adhere better and stay on smoothly. Plus, the fruity flavor that comes along with many the lip balms (pssst..Mentholatum Lipice has the best lot) is a perky bonus that I welcome with both top and bottom of my lips..muack!

While talking about lip balms, we all know that Mentholatum Lip Care is the NUMBER 1 lip care brand in Japan but do you know that they have just launched a new Organic Lip Balm range with the Highest Eco-Cert accreditation? Is that important? Sure it is. Because we are literally ‘eating’ what we apply on our lips! So isn’t the idea of what we are putting on our lips is blended with natural organic ingredients and free from pesticides, chemical fertilizers, synthetic chemical inputs and genetically modified organisms very reassuring?

Available in Lavender & Orange or Raspberry & Strawberry flavor, these Mentholatum Organic Lip Balms are formulated with:

• Double-Action protection for a flawless soothing sensation –
  • Organic moisturizing ingredients & Vitamin E for smooth, moist and supple lips all day long

• Organic Certification
  • Ingredients free form pesticides, chemical fertilizers, synthetic chemical inputs and genetically modified organisms
  • Manufacturing process insures compliance to the standard set by the organic certifying agency
  • Packaging materials used are recyclable and biodegradable

• A lipbalm enriched with natural organic essences
  • Made from blends of imported organic ingredient from renowned organic farms including Olive Oil, Shea butter, Jojoba Oil and Beeswax to give your lips a sheer natural nourishment

Having tried out both the flavors that offer the same benefits and keep my cracking lips deeply nourished and moisturized, I had a hard time wrestling on which flavor should top my list because both are equally as perky and refreshing. Like the rest of the Mentholatum Lip Care products, I like how the creamy texture of the Organic Lip Balm could glides on smoothly onto my lips to keep them velvety soft without any sticky after feel.

A little more about Mentholatum Organic Lip Balm:

1. Free of artificial chemicals, preservatives or colorants.
2. Healthy, safe and gentle enough for healthy lips.
3. Recyclable and biodegradable.
4. Uses Organic Ingredients sourced from internationally renowned organic farms.   

Ingredients and its purposes

• African Organic Shea Butter ~ Soothes & heals dry lips
• Spanish Organic Oil ~ Fights ageing & prevents chapped lips
• Argentinean Organic Jojoba Oil ~ Provides long-lasting hydration
• Columbian Organic Coconut Oil ~ Softens skin for silky smooth lips

Available in 1) Raspberry & Strawberry and 2) Lavender & Orange flavours, Mentholatum Organic Lip Balms are sold at Watsons, Guardian, Supermarkets and Departmental stores for SGD$7.90 each.

Freebies Alert!

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SUNPLAY SPF 130 PA+++

We all know how vital sunlight is.

Sunlight is the fuel to all life on earth. It is the primary source of energy. And besides giving us light and warmth, our body needs sunlight to produce Vitamin D and organisms needs it to grow.

However, over exposure to the sun can be destructive. Excessive cumulative exposure to UV rays without protection or insufficient protection can be extremely harmful. Besides sunburn, strong UV rays are the main culprits that cause skin aging, wrinkles and dark spots. Over exposure to UV radiations is also the primary cause of skin cancer.

That is why using sun block to protect ourselves against aggression is essential, whether out in the sun or not. But how much protection is adequate? Basically the amount of sunscreen protection is measured by SPF (Sun Protection Factor) index. SPF 1 is equivalent 15mins under the sun before getting burnt, SPF 20 is therefore, 15mins x 20 = 300mins of sun protection and so forth. 

Besides SPF, the number of + of PA (Protection Grade for UVA) should also be taken into consideration when choosing an appropriate sunscreen. PA is an index measuring the effectiveness of a sunscreen against UVA and the number of + indicates how many times the skin is protected against darkening. PA+ is equivalent 2 – 4 times protection against skin darkening, PA++ gives 4 – 8 times of protection and PA+++ would provides 8 times or more protection against skin darkening.

Enough said.

Now, here’s introducing SUNPLAY super block –the No. 1 sunscreen in Japan and winner of  THE WOMEN’S WEEKLY Beauty Buys award 2012.

With the new Solarex-3 technology, this almighty milky liquid offers the highest protection against 3 signs of sun damage.

1. Protection from Sunburn – Sunplay has a photostable formula that provides the highest UV protection: SPF 130, UVA+++. Its UV reflection technology reflects UV rays away from you like a mirror.
2. Protection from Skin Aging – Strong UV rays cause wrinkles and drown spots. Sunplay has Ronacare Ectoin and Artileukine 6, two advanced technologies to protect your skin from aging.
3. Protection from Dryness – Sunplay has Hyaluronic Acid which can lock up 1000X its weight in water. This helps to reduce water loss from you skin and ensure continual skin moisture. 

Personally, I find that this power-packed milky lotion spreads on like a dream. The  watery formula is weightlessly fast drying and disappears onto the skin without a trace of residue. The maximum protection really gives me a peace of mind to enjoy even the hottest blazing afternoon sun, plus I like that the formula is water resistant, hypo-allergenic and does not clog pores.

With Sunplay,  any sun time is fun time!  

Compactly packed at 35gm a bottle,  Sunplay SPF 130 PA+++ is available at Watsons and Guardian Stores at SGD$17.20.    

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Good Luck everyone! 

Rachel K CC cream

This is a case that C is better than B. That is, Rachel K CC cream vs the regular BB cream.

The CC cream comes in two formulas: The Original in black packaging is to enhance pinkish undertone for brighter beaming and dewy skin, and Neutral in the pink tube could correct dull undertone for natural radiant and flawless skin.

Besides what the usual BB cream can do, Rachel K CC cream leaps further and offers 10 benefits within a tube.  Among all, it could: 

1. Instantly brightens
2. Promotes fairness
3. SPF 35 PA+
4. Control shine
5. Hydrates
6. Mattifies
7. Even tones
8. Conceal flaws
9. Long lasting
10. Waterproof

I have picked Neutral for my dull skin and checked if it has liven up to its claim and here’s my thoughts:

The lazy bum in me loves that the CC cream comes with sufficient level of sun protection and SPF 35 PA+ is good enough for me to throw the sunscreen aside on late mornings. texture wise, I like that it is velvety smooth so applying and blending is a breeze. As for oil control, I must say that my dry and patchy skin doesn’t produces much oil to begin with but it does helps my face to stay matte and sweat proof the entire day. It smoothens my skin and gives my dull complexion a new lease of sparkles with its brightening properties so my face looks fresher and livelier.

Overall, I find Rachel K CC cream a great all-in-one base that is good to hide minor imperfections and provides a nice, sheer coverage for the day. 

Delhi Restaurant

A much delayed post simply because we have slurped up all the food before I could take some snapshots of them over the last few visits and that perhaps explained how irresistible the food are.

Though we don’t usually fancy Indian Food, we can’t have enough their Naans and Mutton Curries!

 

Sunrise

A new beginning..

Yaw Shin Leong says sorry to Hougang voters

An apology that comes a little too late? Or is it? Mr Yaw Shin Leong.

Klair’s Review + Giveaway

When comes to skincare, I have to admit that I am not much of a loyal consumer to one brand or so to speak. In the quest of scouring the perfect remedy, I have been constantly exploring and experimenting any new potions that hit the town. New brands and new products, especially those of Korean origin never fail to excite me. I prefer Korean products for a couple of reasons. Besides understanding our Asian skin better, I noticed that Korean formulations are generally lighter in texture, thus more suitable for our climate and skin conditions. They are more into using organic and natural ingredients and I like that most of their products are free from paraben, alcohol, colorants or other irritants that would otherwise, trigger my skin sensitivity. 

I was searching randomly online for a ginseng mask that I have bought some years back in Korea when I stumbled upon Verlyn’s review of the Sooryehan Fermented Overnight Pack. The Face Apps – the online store that brings in Sooryehan under the LG Skincare umbrella caught my attention and I am blessed with a bottle of Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Serum and Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Cream delivered to my doorstep very timely to quench the thirst of my dry and dehydrated skin due to the overdose of acne-cream. 

 Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Serum

I consider applying of serum one of the most important step of any skincare regime because serum, being in smaller molecule is intensively infused with active ingredients that could penetrate deeply into the skin to deliver targeted results.

Like the name implies, the key function of this Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Serum is to replenish hydration and it certainly lives up to its claim and the result is almost evident!  I like how quickly this feathery light fluid is being absorbed into the skin and leaves no trace of greasiness or sticky after feel. The instant supply of moisture soothes and plumps up dry and dehydrated skin immediately and my face feel really soft and supple upon application.

Affordably priced at SGD$39.90, this is undoubtedly one hydrating serum that your skin will be thankful for.

 Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Cream

Even though my skin is on the dry side, it tends to flare up and breakouts easily so I would usually avoid using stuff that are too rich and prefer to stick with water or gel base emulsion or moisturizer instead.

Although I was initially a little skeptical when opening up the jar of Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Cream and seeing the content for the first time, I was relieved to find that the texture of the cream isn’t too thick or creamy. In fact the cream glides on like a dream and instantly seals the benefits of the Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Serum by forming a protection layer to lock in the moisture. My skin feels comfortably soothe and I like how my makeup could adhere smoothly over it because nothing is worse than getting all ready in the morning only to find that your makeup starts rolling off your skin the minute you step out of the house. 

Klair’s Rich Moist Soothing Cream is priced at SGD$38.90 and a little would goes a long way.

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Chamos Acaci Matte Pore Primer & Magic Perfect BB Cream with SPF 45 PA+++

It is every woman’s dream to has clear, porcelain skin that glows with healthy radiance like those of the Japanese and Korean celebrities as seen on screen. For those who are blessed with good genes and naturally good skin, lucky you! For the rest of us, we will just have to work a little harder to achieve better skin or simply, fake it! And with the right tools, easy does it.

As for myself, i rely on Matte Pore Primer and Magic Perfect BB Cream with SPF 45 PA+++ to mimic that flawless luminous glow. But before I go on to touch on the beauty of these two products, lets begin with the basic.

First of all, prep your skin. Proper cleansing and regular exfoliation allows skin renewal, optimizes the absorption of skincare and let makeup adhere better onto the skin. To keep my skin free from buildups and dead skin cells, I swear by using Skin Watchers Papaya Moisture Peeling Gel. Apart from removing of dead skin cells and other impurities, it also helps to unclog pores, curb the formation of blackheads and pimples as well as whitens and brightens up the skin. It is extremely gentle yet effective and it does not strip off our skin own nature moisture and I especially like how soft and smooth my face feels after each peel.

Cleansing wise, i am not particular on which type to use because the brief contact between the cleaning agent and the skin would not make much an impact but I absolutely love the yummilous Special Blueberry Fruits Cleanser that is super invigorating for the senses.

Next, tone and apply a hydrating serum to replenish moisture into the skin before sealing it with the Blueberry Control Nutry Cream and the face is now a ready canvas for the most undetectable makeup that makes you look as though you are born with fresh, flawless skin!

Matte Pore Primer
It fills up pores, cover fine lines, hides spots, blemishes and suppresses the excessive production of serum, which is good because, the last thing you would want is a shiny face with makeup melting on it. Apply the primer sparing and evenly on your face and pay more attention to the problem areas that require more coverage.

Magic Perfect BB Cream with SPF 45 PA+++
This BB cream is being labelled as magic for the obvious reasons. Besides whitening, anti-aging, anti-wrinkle and healing, it doubles up as sunscreen with it’s SPF 45 PA+++ protection against harmful UV rays and of course, it does what it is formulated for – to provide a natural coverage that hide imperfections, neutralize the yellowness and even out skin tone, brightens up dullness and smoothen out the complexion for a soft, fresh and dewy glow.

All above products are available exclusively at Beauty Finest Pte Ltd.

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Bio Essence Tanaka White 4X Flawless White Serum

Being a true Gemini, I get bored easily and I enjoy the adrenaline of learning new things and exploring new horizons. On the same juncture, I like being challenged and taking up new challenges. It doesn’t matter whether I win or lose; it is the process and experience that I gain along the way that counts.
Having said that, the fight in the name of beauty is a different story. I reckon that no woman would want to lose in such a battle and that is why I am taking up the Bio Essence Tanaka White 4X Flawless White Serum challenge to combat Dark Spots, Pigmentations and Dullness in 4 Days!

Formulated with Tanaka Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid and Arbutin, what the serum would do is to protect the skin against UV rays, cools and moisturizes, curbs melanin production, as well as lightening of spots, eliminate of pigmentations and improves overall skin complexion.

As a result, pigmentations would be lightened, dull and yellowish skin tone would be brightened, blemishes would be reduced and skin would become fairer. The most amazing part is that the result can be expected in just 4 days!

 Woo hoot! Let’s begin!

Day Zero
Skin analysis
I count myself lucky that apart from a stubborn patch above my eye brow, the pigmentations on the rest of my face aren’t so bad but I would definitely want to achieve an overall fairer and even skin tone.

Day 1 to Day 3
4X anti-dark fighting journey begins
I have to adhere to the Bio Essence Tanaka White Skincare regime that includes cleanser, softener, serum, day or night cream for a period of 4 days.

My thoughts on the star product, Bio Essence Tanaka White 4X Flawless White Serum:

–         Color: Milky white

–         Texture: Fluidly, light, non-sticky or greasy

–         Smell: Light pleasant scent

–         Absorbency: Absorb quickly into the skin and leaves on residue

Day 4
Mission completed

Day 5
Judgment day
While my friend’s skin has shown an amazing improvement under the scope, the stubborn spot above my eyebrow is still persistently visible but I am not complaining because afterall, this ugly ‘landmark’ is already on my face for at least a decade so it would probably take a longer time to see the effect. That aside, I would say that the overall result of the 4 days trial is pretty much impressive under the naked eyes and I am on the journey to smoother and luminous skin!

Whew! Mission accomplished!