Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Late Halloween Post


Halloween is over but here are some photos of my not so little boy dressed up as a  bee. With his attitude he is more suited to be called a killer bee.

Mochi The Killer Bee


I felt like he was very embarassed with the costume, he wouldn't look at me and kept turning his back from the camera.

This was his expression the whole time...  (━┳━__━┳━)


After I kept insisting on taking a nice picture of him, he finally gave up. (●´∀`●)



Shopping day


There is no "too early" to wakeup when it comes to shopping. My Aunt and Uncle are visiting from the Philippines and since they came here to shop... we spent the day wandering around the Outlet mall, spent almost 8 hours out! Love having my Uncle and Aunt as a shopping buddy, first time I saw the car trunk full. I think my Uncle shopped the most? I was a little sad about my lipstick purchases (I have too many nudes =.=) and forgetting to buy candied/caramel apples... but happy with the tops I purchased, the pretty bags, new baking equipments, and of course the Green tea frappe! love love <3 

Another visitor will be visiting us this coming Wednesday, my momma's childhood friend, she is apparently a very amusing lady... so we shall see. 

Next post... Universal Studio-Harry Potter trip, and hopefully some Orlando mall hauls. 

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Review: Kuan Yuan Lian Cleanser Powder

Kuan Yuan Lian Cleansing Powder
(Green/Mung Beans Cleanser and Jobs Tear Whitening Cleanser)


Job's Tear whitening Cleanser/ Beadlike Grain powder

Depending on which site you visit, this type is listed under the name of Job's tear whitening (bobodave.com) or Beadlike Grain Powder (sasa.com)

contains a tiny spoon inside

manufacture date and expiration date clearly visible.

Everything is written in chinese, but since I never paid attention in chinese class I just don't understand anything... at all. *such a failure*

SASA didn't have a lot of information so I had to do research! and research says....

Product Description taken from Bobodave:
-It contains Green Bean, Job's Tear, Pearl, etc.
-This powder cleanser is mild.
-It can dissolve the dead skin cells and cleanse the dirt in the pore, control the oil of the skin.
-Job's Tear and Pearl are famous for whitening. They can brighten the skin naturally.
-After usage, skin will become whiter and brighter.
-It is suitable for oily and pimple skin



Green/Mung Beans cleanser 300ml Refill pack
transferred in a empty container
Manufactured date and expiration date


At the time I bought this from sasa the one with the container was unavailable, so I bought a refill pack instead. 

Product Description taken from SASA: 
Kuan Yuan Lian Green Beans Cleanser is created with natural green beans, which are rich in Vitamin A, B and C. After cleansing, skin feels fresh without sensation of greasiness or tightness. The nutrients in green beans could therefore permeate into skin. Skin looks nourished, youthful and healthy.


I bought both from SASA earlier this year, and ever since this has been one of my favorite multi use cleanser. 

As a cleanser: 
Add drops of water into a proper amount of Green Beans Cleanse. Mix well until it turns to dense clay. Massage over skin for 1 minute so that it emulsifies. Then rinse off with lukewarm water. Afterwards, pat skin with cold 
water to tighten pores.

As a Mask: 
Follow the above method to cleanse face. Then blend the clay over face. Leave on for 5-10 minutes.


A teaspoon amount
Depending on the amount of water, it can be runny or mudlike.

I personaly prefer mudlike since I feel it is easier to spread around. Between the  2 types I don't really see any difference. They both smell like fresh green beans, very earthy.

Pros:
-> Smells very fresh and earthy
-> Works amazing at drying/healing pimples
-> Less breakout
-> Evens out skintone
-> Multi use
-> Skin looks healthy and bright right after
-> exfoliates skin
-> Affordability

Cons:
-> Can be drying for those with dry skin (I use this 2-4x a week)
-> Can cause skin sensitivity, redness (scrub gently)
-> Can be messy, and can spill if not careful
-> Availability (Not Local, but is available on SASA and BONJOURHK for those in Asia)


This is, like I mentioned earlier one of my favorite cleansers, I usually use this right after I remove my makeup (on too much makeup days) or as a mask on days when my skin is problematic.


Buy it here:



Tuesday, September 27, 2011

NYX Round Lipstick update

Since my last NYX Round Lipstick review, I have bought 2 more shades: Pumpkin pie and Thalia.

L-R: Paris, Pumpkin pie, Strawberry milk, Thalia, Circe


L-R: Paris, Pumpkin pie, Strawberry milk, Thalia, Circe

and lip swatches

TOP: L-R: Bare lips, Paris, Pumpkin pie
Bottom: L-R: Strawberry milk, Thalia, Circe

and I found 2 of my older ones

L-R: 504 Harmonica, and 617 Summer love

Top: Summer love Bottom: Harmonica


Monday, September 19, 2011

E.L.F. Mineral Lipstick

Last time I ordered from eyeslipsface.com was supposed to be just for my cousin and sister but I just can't help myself and I ended up purchasing more products for myself. (T▽T) cheap makeup is addicting.




Cool Coral, Runaway pink, and natural nymph.



These lipsticks arrived packaged in a cardboard box, with visible color outside/ the color outside looks misleading don't they?



L-R: Natural Nymph, Runaway Pink, Cool Coral

I know that swatches online are different from the actual product but cool coral was something I didn't expect. Looking at the swatches online cool coral was the most orangey but it looks closer to red than orange.

and swatches....
L-R: Natural Nymph, Runaway Pink, Cool Coral

so I guess on my swatches Cool Coral has a orangey undertone but still I was hoping for closer to orange. (* ̄m ̄) 


so on the website it says:  "Now you can hydrate your lips and get a lasting soft color naturally! This nourishing blend of exotic oils, natural waxes, vitamins and plant extracts create the perfect moisturizing formula. The sleek lipstick has superior color payoff, glides easily onto lips, and is long wearing. Lips stay perfectly hydrated and soft throughout the day for no fuss, lip loving happiness. All our mineral makeup is 100% mineral based with no parabens, no preservatives and no chemical dyes.
" - eyeslipsface.com

Pros:
-> Pigmentation is good (similar to NYX round lipstick)
-> color is buildable
-> creamy (again similar to NYX's but not too creamy)
-> Affordablity (cost $5 each)
-> Not drying
-> does not have a weird lipstick taste
-> No chemical etc. 

Cons:
-> Last 3-4 hours (or as long as you do not eat/drink)
-> Availability (can only be purchased online)
-> Color OL is different from actual shade.

Aside from the shade Cool Coral, I was happy with my lipstick purchase.