Win Lancome Magnifique Sparkling 50ml!

Lancome is organising a contest for their Facebook's fan. They have 10 bottles of Lancome Magnifique Sparkling 50ml worth RM200 to give away to 10 lucky facebook fans.

All you need to do is

1) Visit any Lancome's counter and take a swiff of Magnifique Sparkling from 19 April to 9 May 2010.

2)Share with them your experience on the facebook with the fragrance in less than 50 words!

I like Magnifique Sparkling because.......

3) Deadline for submission to facebook is 9th May 2010.

4) Winners will be annouced on 12 May 2010.

Click here to go to Lancome's facebook fan page.

Review : Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50 PA+++ UVA

Recently when Kiehls contacted me to do a review for their latest product, I immediately said YES given as I started using some Kiehl's product since last year ! I was given a full size of Kiehl's latest Ultra Light Daily UV Defense with SPF 50 PA+++ UVA (30ml) which is under their Kiehl's Dermatologist Solutions range to try out.

And when I first saw this product with so many PA +++ behind the SPF 50 I want to find out what differences does it make between PA++ and PA+++. So I googled and found out while SPF refers to the sun protection factor, PA refers to the amount of protection the sunscreen offers against UVA rays. More plus symbols mean more protection from UVA and UVB rays.

Some information which I read from online

UVA Rays
This kind of radiation is actually the major contributor in having skin cancer if you get to have more constant exposure to it throughout the year It has the ability to go deeper into your skin than UVB radiation.

UVB Rays
Its main target would be your epidermis, or the outer layer of your skin. It is also the primary reason why you get sunburn. UVB rays are also considered to be the major cause of squamous and basal cell carcinoma, and a significant contributor of melanoma.

And most glass used for windows blocks UVB but not UVA

So this product protects against not only UVA but also UVB rays.

Little introduction of Kiehl's and information about this item that obtained from the box

This is made in France, and in case you can read French , this is for you.

The ingredients

This is PABA free

What Does PABA-free mean?

Apparently PABA stands for para-aminobenzoic acid. It is part of Vitamin B-complex and is used in some sunblock lotions. PABA can cause allergic reactions. Ironically, the allergic symptoms resemble sunburn. Since this lotion is PABA-free, there is less chance of an allergic reaction.

Hence chances of you having allergy reactions with this is product is quite low or none! ^-^

It comes in a form of tube

I squeeze out a little to try to try , well it has a very very mild pleasant smell and the texture is between lotion and cream but more towards a lotion.

Then I started to rub gently it into my skin and finally lightly tap it in to make it settle like I usually do.

My comparison with my existing sunblock Kose Freshel White C UV Day Protector SPH 35 PA++, to my surprise Kiehl's absorption was much more better and that it has no greasy feeling on my face even though the SPH was higher.

There is no trace of white colour remain on my skin after the absorption has taken place quite immediately after I rubbed it in unlike my existing sun protector which is slightly white tinted. This sun protector gives me matt finish without me looking like glossy paper.

And what I really love , that because the absorption works so well (only within few seconds) that when I touched my skin again, it felt as if I have not applied anything on it. And this is really the most ultra light sun protector I have ever used !


Of course putting it on my hands to try is just indoor testing. And of course I have put this on for 1-2 weeks and went out with this. is.


Here are my thought after using it for outdoor

• Honestly, I feel particularly comfortable as I do not feel the heat directly on my face even though I was under the hot sun and I think this must be because that it is SPF 50 PA+++. Before I learn how to put on sun protector properly 2-3 years ago ( or where I used to be not bother to put it on ) I always feel that my face is burning under the hot sun, even though I am using an umbrella. And once a skincare consultant told me it is because I am either not using sunblock on my face or the protection that the sunblock given is not good enough. And at that time my pigmentation is starting showing on my face. So SPF 50 PA+++ is totally perfect for me because I hate to carry umbrella nowadays, too much trouble.
  

• Even I sweat, the sun protector does not come out melt and feel greasy on my face. This is very important as I will sweat quite a lot especially during hot weather like this.

And even most of the times I'm inside air condition room, my skin are not drying because it contains glycerin which draws moisture up through skin layers and slows or prevents excessive drying and evaporation. Which is just perfect for people with dry skin like me !

As a summary, the product has 4FREE that is

• Fragrance Free
• Colour Free
• PABA Free
• Oil Free
  

And my 4LOVE for this sun protector will be

• The excellent absorption that takes place within few seconds!
• Non greasy. Skin feeling as if nothing is on.
  
• SPF 50PA+++ UVA just excellent for Asian weather ! I wish to go to Bangkok with this!
• Fragrance free and Colour free too , no funny smell or colour!

So I guess other than the price is slightly pricey at RM140 for 30ml , this product is totally my love.


My Star Rating

p/s: Hey girls quickly run into Kiehl's store to try out this and ask for sample without any vouchers/coupuns ! I am not sure if the samples are out but they are one of the brands that believe in giving samples for customers to try before buying after personalized skin consultation. So why not give a try ? And Kiehl's Malaysia is in facebook now ! Join for more updates !

Review : Nars Orgasm Blusher

After reading numerous reviews from so many beauty blogs that this is a must have item, I bought this during my crazy shopping in my Bangkok's trip last year from Siam Paragon at a very good bargain! It was sold as a promotion pack, 2 blusher (Orgasm & Super Orgasm for RM170, normal price RM115 for each). And I remember seeing in Bangkok's airport duty free shop for RM99.

I don't really like the packaging , especially the outer layer.. its kinda plastic with rubber.. and easy to get dirty.

In case some of you do not know, Nars is under the brand Shiseido. This Nars Orgasm has won numerous awards as one of makeup consumers' and beauty editors' favourite blush and its all time best seller in cosmetic store!

The ingredients

A touch of peachy pink with little gold dust

p/s: Inside got a mirror...yipee!

Swatch of the Orgasm blusher

Warning

I am going to have an orgasm.

So stay out if you think you are not ready
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(With 1-2 swipe of blusher)

Well I mean I Nars Orgasm blusher on my cheek (cheeky smile)

See the colours , I am falling in love with it every single time I put on it..

It gives you a natural healthy glow (peachy pink shade with some shimmer)

To sum up, Nars Orgasm gives you the natural blush without looking like a Chinese Opera! Those blushing effect is to die for, looks absolutely gorgeous in reality and in pictures too! 

This is my holygrail blusher and I'm having "Orgasm" when I put on this !

p/s: Also I cant help to say that I put on this picture because I think my lips are so sexy with my Holygrail Laneige Snow Crystal Melting Glossy Lipstick in Hot Pink

(I put on 2-3 swipe of the blusher, depending on the intensity of the colour you want to achieve)

I am loving this and I think this is a must have item for all!

Seriously until you try it , you will never know how great to have Nars Orgasm as your blusher.
So do you want to have Orgasm ?

Now you know what to get !

p/s: Note the nearest country that is selling Nars is Thailand, Philippines and Hong Kong.

Latest updates as for Nov 2013, Shiseido Malaysia recently brought in Nars to Malaysia by opening their 1st flagship store in Pavilion KL Level, next to Topshop!

NOTD : Oh Mario!

Who is a Mario lover here ?

I am a self-confessed Mario lover since I am 7 years old ! Now I miss playing Super Mario Bros video game which was created by Nintendo and I even have Super Mario ring tone in my phone now!

If you have no idea what is Mario all about , click here !

Well why am I talking about Mario suddenly, ah now I remember... I am going to do Nail of The Day inspired by Super Mario Bros game!

My tools
Nailtek - Base & Top Coat
M.A.C Nailpolish in Rougemarie
Etude House Nailpolish in White
Etude House Quick dry for Nails

Tadaa my end result! My red base with white polka dote nailpolish !

I apply the white dots using normal white nail polish as I do not have any nail art pens. Which also explain the imperfection.

My darling said this looked more like yummy strawberry.

I think he wants to eat my hands -.-

But I think this look like the Super Mushroom in Super Mario Bros video game !!! Where mario will eat the Super Mushroom and grow larger and he can then kill the enemy by jumping and stomping on the heads of enemies.

I want to eat my nails now, then I grow larger and then I can go stomp on all the bad people head in the world and become Superwoman.... LOL

p/s: I love this nail polish design a lot, its easy and looks cute ! And I cannot resist myself from buying more nail polish from Etude House yesterday because so cheap .. how vain!

Try Estee Lauder New Signature Makeup Technique for FREE!

Received this invitation via email from Estee Lauder Malaysia!

This is a not something new as I had my mine back in February, except this one is kinda of roadshow/promotion to show us their latest Estee Lauder New Signature Makeup Technique.

Of course I will recommended Parkson KLCC to all of you after having good time there, plus the Counter Manager Ms Marlia threw in some samples for me to try which is always a good thing . And after trying I do like their Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation - 02 because my face was so smooth after application and coverage is medium and their Nutritious Night Creme (a full jar) does moisturise my face after hours sleeping in aircon, And when I woke up my face don't feel like drying out. Argh.. have so much things to buy nowww.. but I better save for my Hong Kong trip this end of month !

And by the way for those off you who have not try any of their signature service ( 7 types in total) , head down to any of these location above. Note : By appointment only.

Here is the link where I blogged about my complimentary signature service in Parkson KLCC (Click here)

ROC and Lucido-L "Dream Girl" Search is ON now!

Received an email from ROC.

Dear All RoC User,
Greetings from the RoC Skincare team! First of all, we would like to take this oppurtunity to say thank you to all for your support towards RoC through out the years. This year is a great year for RoC, besides of good products being launched this year, we are also taking this oppurtunity to share some interesting news to everyone!

My Dream Girl

Jia Yu Channel (astro 304) together with RoC & Lucido - L would like to present to you their very FIRST Makeover TV program ‘MY DREAM GIRL’. This program will feature renowned Taiwan artistes such as Xiao Kai (小凯老师) and Tony (Tony老师) as the main hosts. Metamorphosis of these lucky Malaysian ladies into DREAM GIRLS will be broadcasted in August 2010.

Both Xiao Kai & Tony, will be guiding 13 ladies on their journey to being the ‘talk of town’ and the most envied women in Malaysia. They will also share their knowledge with the audience on how beauty is not just based on trend and season, but how beauty can grow with age.

The contestants will be selected from different age group and background. They will be taught from different aspects of beauty tips, from head to toe. Xiao Kai and Tony will not only be sharing their secrets, but they will also identify the problems that are obstructing these women from maintaining their beauty regime.

Meanwhile, the host of ‘Fun Travel’, Faye will be highlighting this entire make-over show by Xiao Kai and Tony through the ‘Mary Go Round’ TV program. The participants will also be interviewed, sharing their feelings and excitement of being part of this TV show which as a result, will change their lives.

Malaysian women who are interested to get a makeover and learn the art of beauty can access the entry form via www.jiayu.tv or www.lucido-l.com.my and email to mydreamgirl@jiayu.tv or RoC &; Lucido – L counters (Klang Valley) starting from 1^st April 2010 to 30^th April 2010. Besides that, you can just fill in this form and attached with your current picture and email it back to us!!!!

(Click the picture to enlarge to read or print out if you are interested)

As much as I love makeover ( and this totally looks interesting to me ) however appearing in TV show is a whole different thing!

Any of you applying ?

EOTD: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

I got this I Nuovi Starstruck eye shadows pallete from Inuovi's warehouse sale last month for free, as I purchased more than RM50 and above.

The Ugly Truth - my eyes with dark eyes circle ( which makes me looks like a panda!)

And I have been thinking long how to makeup my my eyes looks bigger others than wearing colour contact lens that make my iris looks bigger which give my eyes dolly effect. Especially when the colour lens are so expensive now! Unless I buy cheap Korean brand contact lens which has no guarantee of health to my eyes.. which I still buy it for the fun!

Kindly excuse me.. I know this makeup is not perfect, I'm still practicing it !

I named this eyes makeup as Smoke Gets in Your Eyes because like it is as if my eyes are on fire and the effect of the eyeshadow came from the smoke !

Don't you think so too ?

The only thing I do is blend, blend, blend !!!!!

Blend until you are satisfy with the outcome.

So this is my makeup version of making my eyes looking bigger without any contact lens.

I am using mainly black, grey and white eyeshadow from the palette to come out with Smokey eyes of my version. I applying a layer of Shu Uemura's gel eyeliner on top of my eyelid only together with Clinique Lash Power Mascara.

What do you think?

I know I still need to blend it properly..

So now I need to start to learn to blend.blend.blend.

Online freebies

Nowadays not only the companies are giving out their product samples /services (aka freebies) for people to try via magazines but it has become a trend now especially the cosmetics companies are organising contest or giveaway via their facebook fanpage, which is a great thing for us the internet user. Because we then can have direct communication with the company itself , asking questions and giving feedbacks on the products and services. rendered What more who doesn't have a facebook account nowadays (okay maybe my mom dont have one YET!)! It is a good platform for the company (not just cosmetics) to maintain or build up reputation from there with their existing or potential users effectively and efficiently with not much cost going to be incurred. Back to my online freebies that I have obtained this month !

Won this from KOSE Cosmenience - Nature & Co facebook by sending an email to say why I want to try their products, I was one of the 30 persons selected to get this. This brand is under Kose (Japan) and Kose Cosmenience is their sub brands that target lower range of user at a more afforable price available exclusively in Watsons Malaysia. It claims that it is using certified Organic ingredients and harmonies between nature and science.

I was given Pure White Milky Lotion Light and Pure White Lotion Light both in 35ml.

Will try out this and try do a review on this.

Quite a while ago when Kotek first launched Kotex Luxe Ultrathin at the website, was told to fill up the online form and forward to our friends, unexpectedly I received this recently. Very classy packaging unfortunately when I got the the box it has some scatches on it when I received it.

In pink so pretty that you want to have period everyday ! Okay lah not everyday , die man!

This is from IDI's facebook fanpage where the 1st 50 persons who join as fan got this little freebies. I collected this from Guardian Midvalley.

Such a big pouch that one must be wondering what is it !

Take a peep!

I got 2 sachet of samples to try . One is Tri Action Defender Cream and another is Ultra action protection cream.

Last but not least , I got RM10 off voucher from Make Up For Ever facebook page for participating in their contest .

That is all for now !