Facial at Herbaline

Lately, my skin has been really dry and dull resulted from a mask allergy which I had earlier this year. >.<  

Sadly, I am allergic to Cocao Butter and Ginseng L . Moisturizer does not seem to absorb well due to its bad condition, hence I have been dying to go for a facial for a dead skin removal and to deep cleanse my pores.

I remembered a friend of mine mentioned about “Herbaline”, she had a pleasant experience sometime back in makeup school, so I was thinking, why not try Google-ing and find out more about it? To my pleasant surprise, I found many good reviews about them, so I decided why not give it a try!

I make an appointment for today after work at their SS2 Petaling Jaya, Branch. Upon reaching, I was greeted by a well-mannered guard; he was directing and helping me on where to park my car. He guided me into the premise, and gosh, I found the atmosphere there was really relaxing and beautifully decorated. Out of the sudden, I had a feeling of stepping into Cludmed Cherating Resort, I’m in love! 

I was attended by their Beautician and requested to fill in form of my particulars and leaded into an area to have my feet cleaned and wash. It was so relaxing! J This is life! *smiling big at happily in my heart!

Washing my feet soaked in Sea salt

I was lead into a room where I has my facial done, the whole experience was awesome! I felt so relaxed and the skilled of their beauticians are really professional. My beautician explained to me step-by-step on what she is going to do and the result of it. The package also comes with a complimentary head and shoulder massage and a fish spa!

Fish Spa

I did oil cyst / syringoma removal on top of my package, as those little bumpy skin on my face really annoyed me when I put on makeup. It cost me RM 100 for 7 cyst/ syringoma  removal, I did not go for more because I wanted to give it a try first, as it actually take 1-3 weeks for recovery and hopefully no scar. But I am so looking for it for the recovery!

This is my face the next day after my facial, makeup free on my skin only suncreen, you can still see my scar, but my skin feels really supple and look glowing after the treatment.

Can you see the healing scar?

Overall, I had a pleasant experience; I definitely will visit them again!

Facial : RM 85 

Ee Treament : RM 100 for 7 oil cyst / syringoma

Do share with me your experience too! Thank you for visiting my blog!

Creating the Perfect Canvas

I always believe properly moisturized and glowing skin is the first step to creating the perfect canvas for makeup.

I don’t mean that you must have tofu eggshell like skin texture, zero pores with no zits, but properly moisturized, hydrated healthy skin will definitely helps makeup to last longer and give a radiant glow to the total look.

When I first started off as a makeup student, I had really dry and sensitive skin. Even though to many my skin looks rather normal, I have difficulty putting on makeup due to sensitive skin and dryness. My makeup would look dull and uneven, it somehow look like mask than a makeup.  And removing makeup will be painful due to sensitive skin. This is when I realized the importance of skin care and the correct techniques used to beautiful healthy skin.

Step 1: Cleansing

Proper cleansing of face is the key to beautiful healthy skin. Why is cleaning so important?

Pollution and Dust

Pollution and dust collected on face throughout the days is bad for our skin. The collected pollution and dust is full of harmful bacteria that can easily cause breakouts and other skin problems. The condition is far worse for people with oily skin, therefore I always recommend my client to lightly powder their face if their planning to go out anywhere even though they do not want to have any makeup, this will minimize dust or any other small particles from sticking onto our face causing unwanted skin problems

Wearing Makeup

It is a must for makeup to be removed every day.  Makeup or any other form of skin care eg. Sun block can function as a protective layer to our skin during the days can also turn harmful if it’s not properly removed and cleanse. Like our bare skin surface, makeup collects dust and bacteria too, hence, if you do not remove it or properly remove it,   it will just be like wearing a mask full of dust and bacteria to bed every day. Also, some makeup such as foundation, primer or sun block may block our skin from breathing freely; hence, wearing it a long time is bad for skin and again causes breakouts and creating black/whiteheads.

I recommend using lotion or oil base makeup remover instead of makeup remover wipes. As both lotion and oil base remover creates less friction on the skin surface. Wipes should only be use in a less convenient situation when you do not have the facility to properly clean your face like on a plane or while travelling. Too much friction will cause thinning of skin resulting in sensitive skin.

Step 2: Toning

Most people skip this process as we do not understand what it does. It is necessary? Does it cleanse your face? But you used a cleanser.  I used to skip this step too as I too do not know why we need to tone.

Why do we need to tone?

Restoring skin natural pH balance is the first and most important job of toner. While water can have a pH balance as high as 9.5 depending on where you live and how hard the water is, our skin pH balance is at 5.5. After washing and cleansing, skin pH balance is completely distorted and our skin will take a half an hour to one to restore its pH. Using toner helps restoring pH instantly and prepares our skin for better absorption of moisturizer. It is like the primer for moisturizer.

Depending on skin, some toners clarify and exfoliate skin, it further cleanse the skin by removing oil and dead skin cells. If you have very oily skin, you may want to opt to try toner of such range, however, try to go for alcohol free toner as alcohol can cause over-drying and there is a possibility to cause more break-outs. Different skins react differently though, so it is important to stick with a regime for a couple of weeks before you can tell whether a particular product suits your skin or not. It is recommended to use facial cotton to apply exfoliating toner

If your skin is normal to dry, go for a toner that does not exfoliate but also hydrates and moisturize. For toner that does not exfoliate but moisturized, it is recommended to apply it without a cotton but spray or apply by hand and pat gently till the toner absord.

Step 3: Essence / Serum

After toner, you may opt to apply a light layer of essence or serum before moisturizer. Depending on individual, this step can be skipped.

Essentially, at its base, essence or serum are is a highly concentrated skin care product similar to a moisturizer; however they tend to have smaller compact particles and are lighter than traditional moisturizers. This allows them to get absorbed faster and more effectively into the skin. They also get absorbed deeper into the skin allowing more effective cell regeneration and reproduction. The most common ingredients in any serum brands are Retinol, Peptides, Collagen, Plant extracts, synthetic extracts, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Whitening compounds. It is normally designed to treat specific skin problems from oil control to skin whitening to hydration. 

Step 4: Moisturizer

After cleansing and toning, we must moisturize. This step should NOT be avoided, even if you have an oily skin type. It is very important to choose the right formula for your skin type.

 There are tons of moisturizer products to choose from, such as gels (best for oily/acne prone skin), creams (best for dry/sensitive skin) and serums (best for normal/oily skin). Some provide anti-blemish action, some are anti-wrinkle, some contain fake tan, and some simply moisturize.

After toner and serum has been fully absorbed, apply a small blob of moisturizer, gently massaging in a circular motion into your face and neck. It is important not to leave the neck area out as saggy skin and aging line are the first to appear around the neck area.

Eye cream

It is a good practice to use a separate eye-cream on the eye area as skin around the eyes is very delicate and normal moisturizer may not be suitable. Using the right eye cream you can prevent puffy eyes, dark eye circles as well as skin aging.

Lip

After moisturizing the eye and the face area, don’t forget to dab on a little lips moisturizer. This can help to minimize the lines on the lips area as well as keeping your lips moisturize and prevent it from chapping.

Step 5

Finish up the look with a face mist or spring water to lock in the moisturizer.

Wishing you a beautiful, happy skin!

Organic Apple Cider Vinegar anyone?

Hands up for those who wants a sip!^___^ V


Lately, my weight has been going uphill (way viral!!), I am not sure whether is this an age thing, but it really gets on my nerves when I do not fit in most of my working pants (non- elastic ones) especially when you are rushing your heads of early in the morning to work and? “STUCK” it wouldn’t zip on!

Show me a hand which of you has the same experience as me? It did feel awful didn’t it?


This one fine day when I walk in the local pharmacy, I found this “Apple Cider Vinegar” and it’s on promotion- Buy 2 free 1. Hooola! A good deal !!! I thought let’s get one to try and probably give the two away as gift since I heard wonders about this product. Also, I have actually tried apple cider vinegar + honey in an organic restaurant sometime back and it tasted superb!

Being curious as a cat as always, I did some research on the WWW and here is what I found, I hope I can share this fun yet interesting information with you!


1. Increases Metabolism/ Energy

• Apple Cider Vinegar increases/ speeds up one metabolism rate due to it’s acidic nature as well as it contains Vitamin B6 and Lecithin. Which means? You eat a little more or the same, but you get to control your weight!

2. It helps Constipation

• I truly agreed with this. After drinking Apple Cider Vinegar, I notice I have been going to the loo more often and easily, flushing out toxin from my body, it’s definitely not diarrhea, but a healthy yet painless way of toxin flushing you know what I meant haha.

3. Cure Acne and Clearer skins

• Numerous reports/forums/ discussion actually claims that after taking Apple Cider Vinegar they see healthy looking skin with less breakout. I can’t claim that this is 100% true and work as I myself do not have breakout (I am far from being a teenager) hence, I will not be able to say yes on this. However, I do think it make sense as flushing out toxin from the body do actually has a relation in reducing breakouts.

4. Weight Loss

• Many claims that Apple Cider Vinegar has actually help them in reducing weight without changing their daily diet except by taking in an extra cup of Apple Cider Vinegar mixed. Since it helps with constipation and increases metabolism, this is definitely logical. Apple Cider Vinegar helps break down fat, controls blood sugar levels and helps stabilize one appetite.

5. Reduces cholesterol and lower blood pressure

• Apple Cider Vinegar contains pectin which helps to reduces cholesterol, lowers blood pressure. High in Potassium

6. Better teeth and hair and helps with Hangover

• The potassium in Apple Cider Vinegar provides better hair, teeth and nails and prevents cramps.

• Potassium plays an important role as an electrolyte in human body; hence, they are also good in helping hangover. ( I got to know about Potassium benefit from a Dr. friend of mine, she also mentioned that Bananas are good for hangover)

7. Prevent kidney stones and urinary tract infections

•  It is also believe that Apple Cider Vinegar help cleanses the kidney and bladder and prevent both stones and urinary tract infection.

8. Alleviate join pain, arthritis and prevent osteoporosis

• As it contains malic acid, Apple Cider Vinegar helps to alleviate join pain and arthritis as it eliminate excessive uric acid from our body.

•  It also helps in preventing osteoporosis as it contains magnesium, silicon and calcium.

How to prepare?

For drinking:
Mixed two teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar with a full glass of water and drink them after each meal. You can also add a teaspoon of honey to make it taste nicer and use it as a healthy enzyme cocktail.


For external usage:
Mixed around 2 tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar with 8000ml of water, use it to wash the affected area i.e face, skin, hair etc..


Tips: Choose the raw unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar which contains "Mother" (a sticky sediment) in them for better health benefit.


Caution: Do rinse your mouth after taking Vinegar drinks as they might erode your teeth enamel causing tooth decay.


I hope the above write-up will assist you in your weight control program or as a way to a healthier living! Hope you love it!!! Feed me/ share with everyone in the comment box if you have more information on this wonderful vinegar!

The above is a research I did on my own and written based on my understanding on Apple Cider Vinegar. I am not a Doctor nor any medical professional; hence, if you have any serious medical condition, I would advice you to seek advice from your doctor.

Review: Beauty Story Sakura's Range Mask

Few weeks back, my skin condition was really terrible, horrible, vegetable !!! =( …. .

It look so dull, de-hydrated, lifeless and the worst part>>>> I have breakout!! I really have no idea what triggered it. I was so sad and had SUPER low self esteem. I kept thinking it must be that “age” thing going on, I must have entered the stage where dry skin, wrinkles and lifeless skin is starting a war! Argh! I really do not want to look “old”, seriously I am so down… who would want to?

This was then I bump into this wonderful face mask when I went shopping at Watson (a drug store) in The Curve. B was in town at that time, coming home to visit, I thought it would be great if we can do some fun things together. I remembered the first time I put a mask on his face, it was like >>Superb F.U.N!! Haha… It was his first time, and he felt silly and ticklish haha..both of us look like some walking mummies…haha he enjoyed the process very much, well who doesn’t love to be pampered anyway? So yeah, I decided to get a mask to pamper him and myself this time again! I do think sharing your hobbies and interest with you partner will certainly brings your ties and relationship closer.  Give it a try with you love ones too, certainly no harm yet a better looking skin!

Oh yeah, going back to the mask. I was attracted to this mask on shelve, written >> Sakura Hyaluronic Acid Mask. I never tried anything with Sakura extract before, I did heard however, it is famous in Taiwan and Japan in the beauty line. As for Hyluronic Acid? Wow.. Something which is famous among celebrities, where injection of Hyluronic Acid will help to enhance feature, and has hydrating effect.

There was a promotional going on for this mask, 6 packs for RM29.90 (usual price RM39.90) with 3 different types of mask function i.e. 1)Sakura Hyaluronic Acid Mask, 2) Sakura Whitening Essence Mask, 3)Sakura Pearl Powder Essence Mask I thought; superb inexpensive~let’s give this babe a try.

~Yes, The trio which comes in 2 each ^^

So sorry for the Blur~ness, I really need to get a camera soon~

Description (Brand – Beauty Story):
1)Sakura Hyaluronic Acid Mask- Intensive hydrating and Suppleness

2) Sakura Whitening Essence Mask- Whitening and radiant skin

3) Sakura Pearl Powder Essence Mask- Anti-Aging, improve skin clarity, softness and moisturize


When I got home, I was like so excited. I open the packaging, it doesn’t have much scent though fragrant is added in its ingredient, and the essence used is really thick and smooth, kind of sticky. I pull out the mask, wow real fancy, they have this plastic piece at one side of the mask to keep the folded mask from sticking together, I thought this is really thoughtful. To know whether a mask is up to standard, pull out the whole sheet of mask from its packaging, hold it above your palm and see whether the essence on it drips on your palm if it doesn’t means the mask sheet is of good quality where it can keep and hold on to the essences and the essences is thick and quality enough. With this factor, the quality essences of the mask will surely transfer onto you skin and works better.

~I only took a picture of my favorite haha...~

I pasted the Sakura Hyaluronic Acid Mask onto my skin, as instructed I apply it on for 20minutes. The remaining essences, wipe it around your neck area which is prone to lines and wrinkles. As for my B, I pasted on him Sakura Whitening Essence Mask because of his work in nature; he needs to be under direct sunlight, and his skin is really dark and dull, I thought to brighten his skin up a little.

After 20mins, I took off my mask, since the mask is still wets, I wipe it on the other part of my body. Then I went straight to the mirror. WOW!!! My face look so hydrated, supple and ALIVE!! It look so plump up and I can feel the tightening effect and the fine lines near my eyes is less visible..OMG so wonderful, I never thought such inexpensive mask and produce such wonders!!!

As for B? I tell you! I was shock, wow… his face look so brighten up instantly. His cheek areas look so plump up and radiant too. Is like his skin suddenly looks younger and AWAKEN!!! He looks into the mirror and was so surprise himself either.

Wow, this is definitely a great discovery…I definitely will stock up some of this. Out of the three, I still favour Sakura Hyaluronic Acid Mask most as I thought it works best for me. The least will be Sakura Pearl Powder Essence Mask, it somehow doesn’t gives me that “WOW” effect.

My advice? It is always good to own a good mask and mask once or twice a week to keep your skin up to its optimal condition. And if you are having an important date or occasion the next day? Mask the night before to keep skin hydrated and supple; this will enable your make up to stick on your skin better and result? Better looking make-up =)

Hope this review helps ^^. Till then XOXO~~!

P/s: This review is based on my own opinion and skin condition, result may vary, do not take my word as a guarantee, and always be cautions when trying out a new product. If you have sensitive skin, make it a habit to look into the ingredient of a product to check whether there are any ingredients that are not suitable/ trigger any allergic reaction.

~~** A review on Laneige Perfect Renew Kit**~~

Hi there ladies, yup, it is about a month time me using Laneige Perfect Renew Kit which I won from Laneige’s Facebook photo contest, are you excited to know what are my thoughts?

~~ Do you remember them from my last review?

Yes, they are Laneige Perfect Renew Kit  ~~

To be truthful, I love the product, and is now crazy over it!! Yeah~! ^_^ I so gonna recommend it to every ladies I knew, who wants to be pretty~!

Initial attempt, this product has wonderful sea breeze fragrance that I love love love so much, it made me feel relax which indirectly calm my skin, making it stress free! The texture was smooth and soft like yummy creamy yogurt ^^

First week of me trying Laneige Perfect Renew kit, I already notice reduce of fine lines especially around my eyes area and cheek area. I was so happy and excited about it. I notice this product is very hydrating and suit dry skin like mine as my skin easily peels.


Below are the step by step on how to use Laneige Perfect Renew Lit range and the ingredients where I got it from Laneige site, along with my review  *_^ Hope it give you an idea if you intend to try them ^^

Perfect Renew Skin Refiner
PRODUCT BENEFITS
 - Skin refiner that transparent gel penetrates into skin giving moisture and tension.

- Ceramaid repair water fills up between dead cells and addressing dryness, a cause of aging, and helping effective elements be absorbed deep into the skin.

- 7 oligosacharides ingredients and hyaluronic acid gives moisturizing effect as well as strengthening skin barrier allowing skin to have elastic and moisture state.

- Himalaya Snow Water that contains abundant snow minerals provides nutrition and vitality to the skin and realizes the transparent and pure skin from deep inside of skin.

HOW TO USE
1. After cleansing, pump 1-2 times to apply.
2. Gently apply along the skin texture.

My Review:

This is the best refiner I ever used. It is so refreshing and soothing. It lay perfectly on my face. My skin feels smooth instantly after usage. I love it so much! It did gives elasticity to my skin, amazing!

Perfect Renew Emulsion
PRODUCT BENEFITS
- Lotion that fits into your skin tightly by absorbing moisture.

- Ceramaid repair water fills up between dead cells and addressing dryness, a cause of aging, and helping effective elements be absorbed deep into the skin.

- Biosacharide gum forms a coated layer on the outler layer of skin, giving double moisturizing effect. It allows smooth and moist skin everyday.

- Himalaya Snow Water that contains abundant snow minerals provides nutrition and vitality to the skin and realizes the transparent and pure skin from deep inside of skin.

HOW TO USE
1. After using skin refiner, pump 1-2 times.
2. Gently apply along the skin texture.

My Review:

I  favor this emulsion alot!  Other than being part of my skin care regime, it serve pretty well as a make up based as it is very light and not oily. You can barely feel anything on you skin. Yet it is smooth and nice to touch on. Works well with my compact powder too!

Perfect Renew Essence
PRODUCT BENEFITS
- As snowflakes sliding down, Essence with delicate 15 seconds massage treats signs of aging and gives elastic finish.

- Moist and smoothly applied, but alters to elastic feeling. Can feel the synergy effect with easy anti-aging massage.

- Almond extract, pommegranate extract, cocoa extract cares face lines by giving lifting effect and anti-oxident effect.

- Can feel elastic and moisturized skin inside and outside by caring uneven skin texture due to signs of aging.

- Himalaya Snow Water that contains abundant snow minerals provides nutrition and vitality to the skin and realizes the transparent and pure skin from deep inside of skin.

HOW TO USE
1. After using emulsion, pump 1-2 times and appply onto cheek, forehead and chin.
2. For cheek area, massage and spread out the essence with inward to outward motion.
3. Massage mouth area to eye area with upward motion and for forehead, apply with inward to outward upward motion
4. Finish up with palm, lightly pressing down face from inward to outward motion.

My Review:

This highly concentrated essence is the key to reduce fine lines on my skin. I do see tremendous reduce of fine lines,  especially area near my dry cheek. It certainly delivers the promises of preventing premature aging. I am so happy that I get to try out and know about this great essence.

Perfect Renew Eye cream
PRODUCT BENEFITS
- Dual anti-aging eye care treating all signs of aging in eye area allowing bright and smooth eye area.

- Phytospingosine fermented ingredient, protects eye area from external irritation and helps circulation to care dark circles.

- Himalaya Snow Water that contains abundant snow minerals provides nutrition and vitality to the skin and realizes the transparent and pure skin from deep inside of skin.

[Dual Touch Eye Day Cream (SPF25/PA++)]
- Brightens eye area by gently absorbing into skin.
- Gives anti-aging effect by preventing skin aging from UV light.
- Beta Glucan gives elasticity and vitality to fatigued eye area due to stress.

[Dual Touch Eye Night Gel]
- Concentrated gel absorbs into skin caring first sign of aging.
- Moisturizing and aging care penetrates deeply into the skin overnight, gives smoothness to eye area.
- Dermochlorela and Yeast extract help blood circulation of eye area and give elasticity.
HOW TO USE
1. Day: Apply the proper amount at the last step of skincare.
2. Night: After applying essence, before using cream, apply the proper amount.
3. Pat lightly along the eye area with forth finger.
4. Use spatula that is contained in the product and place in the hole for later use.

My Review:

My favorite among the products will definately be Perfect Renew Dual Touch Eyes cream. Reason will be, it really works for me! I notice that my fine lines are now less obvious. This is so cool!!!!!! Being a person who loves playing with eye make up, good eye cream will be crucial for me. From my previous post review, you may notice that Laneige is thoughtful enough to have a day and night eye cream where most brands do not. This allowed the cream to cater different needs for the skin around your eyes.

Day time, you will get a SPF25/PA ++  protection for the delicate skin around your eyes and as for night time a soothing hydrating contain dermochlorela and yeast which helps to increase the blood circulation around the eyes area giving it elasticity. The day cream is not oily as we normally sweat more throughout the day this is a plus point. I wear the day cream under my eye make-up daily to give a moisture effect also serving as an eye shadow base for my eye make-up. As for the night cream, I use it for my tired and stressful eyes after tons of make-up is put on it throughout the day. It did hydrates and repairs the skin around my eyes V^^V 

Perfect Renew Cream
PRODUCT BENEFITS
- Low viscose cream that cares first signs of aging.

- Hyaluronic acid ingredient treats skin dryness, basic cause of all skin troubles, and allows moist and smooth skin.

- konjac mannan extract and sugar cane extract give wet compress effect thus making moisturizing barrier.

- Himalaya Snow Water that contains abundant snow minerals provides nutrition and vitality to the skin and realizes the transparent and pure skin from deep inside of skin.
HOW TO USE
1. After using lotion (or essence), apply proper amount.
2. Gently apply along the skin texture.

My Review:

This rich cream works perfectly for me at night when I have my air-condition on. My skin before felt so dry and lifeless. But after using the Perfect Renew Cream, my skins not only feels more moisturized, it brighten up. The lines on my neck are also less visible now. Now call that miracle!

In summary:

1. Will I get the product again?

Yes, definitely, I am so in love with it, I wouldn't want to let such good things slip away, am planning to introduce it to my mom as well. ^^

2.Did Laneige deliver its promises of preventing premature aging?

I would say YES, the fine lines on my skin did reduce after I try on the product. ^___^ wonderful!especially on the eye creams.

I can now go out with a perfectly moist and bright face, which I have always dream for.



Hope you like my review!!!  Always remember ~Beauty is both Soul and Surface~~

The review is based back on my skin texture, different people will see different result, if you do try, tell me your thoughts ya! XOXO!!

Here are some links for you:

1. To my previous post on Laneige click here

2. To Laneige Home page click here

3. To add Laneige on facebook on promo or upcoming events (Malaysia Only) click here

OH NO Chapped Lips!!!!

People who knew me might notice that I have chapped lip problem. It became serious about 5 years ago during my first year of university life, I have tried many solutions and alternatives to get rid of it, but the problem never go away.

 An example of Chapped, dried lip

In general “Chapped Lips” refers to dry, painful cracking lips not only on the lips but around the mouth area, and at times they might even split and bleeds!! Chapped lips are normally cause by dryness in cold dry weather either in the winter or an air-conditioned room.

I tried applying various types of lip balms, from the cheapest to the most expensive every single day without fail, but none of them helped. To be honest, I have very low self-esteem at one point when my lip looks like two dried sausages, no kidding!!

I was so upset; I went to consult a doctor, my chapped lips was so severe that he needs to give me “hydrocortisone ointment” + some kind of moisturizing emulsion. He told me that my chapped lip became so severe that it is now an allergy… imagines that!


In just a few days after applying the cream he gave me, my chapped lips begin to recover, it’s like a miracle!! I guess the “hydrocortisone ointment” did help, but don’t tried this on your own, as “hydrocortisone ointment” has poisonous substance and not to be eaten, so it is best if could consult a doctor before start applying one. Also, it contain "steroid" which is very bad for your kidney and health.


I started venturing into safer and yet inexpensive option on how to cure my chapped lips and maintain it’s moisture as I do not want to fall back into what I was previously. My journey with petroleum jelly begins! It is the most in-expensive way to cure your dry lips problem and road to getting soft moisturizes lips.

 

Example of Petroleum Jelly "Vaseline" available in all leading pharmacy

So what do you have to do with the petroleum jelly?


Before going to bed …

Step 1: Cleanse your lips

Cleanse your lips with warm tape water. Some may prefer to clean them using mild salt water, suit your preference and dab it dry with a soft towel. If the excessive dried skin falls of its ok, if they don’t, DO NOT peel them!

*** WARNING! If you have dry chappy lips, please do not use harsh soap or over scrubbed your lips. It will cause it to lose it moisture and you might even make it bleed and worsen the condition. Worst still you might be like me.. allergy!!


Step 2: Get your petroleum jelly

 

Apply inside the circled area only

Get your jar of petroleum jelly, and dig out a one full tea spoon of petroleum jelly, and apply it all over your lips and a small amount around your mouth area. Try not to spread too much of the petroleum jelly on to your face area as it is non-comedogenic, it will clog your pores!!


Step 3: Go to bed
 
Go to bed with the petroleum jelly on and do not lick your lips as you are not suppose to be feeding on them =P


The next day, go grab a mirror! You’ll see the difference!!


Additional tips that might help:-

1. Other than petroleum jelly, you might want to drink more water; it will help to nourish both your skins and lip, keeping them hydrated.

2. Chapped lips might also mean the lack of certain vitamins such as vitamins B and E so you might want to stock up on that =)

3. Also, pay attention to the ingredient in the lip balms, lipstick or any lips product you use and see whether is there any ingredients you are allergy at.. This is a crucial point!!

Pretty lips = Pretty smile = Fun time smooching!!!

Thanks for reading! XOXO

Mineral Makeup

Mineral makeup is virtually exploding the beauty market quite recently, especially in Asia. Nowadays more and more drug store brands are coming up with their own version of minerals makeup, from foundation to blusher to eyeshadow, and some, even lipsticks.

So what’s a mineral makeup?

Mineral make-up is claim to be made up with the most natural ingredients, with no any preservatives, chemicals or dye that are found in traditional makeup.

It is claim to be friendlier on sensitive skins and will not clog pores as it is  non- comedogenic, leading to healthy pores and blemish free skin!

Knowing that it has all these magical claims, why not just give it a try?

I would proudly say that I have really good and clear skin until I started working. I applied makeup all days not because my job required so, but as a lady in heart..who doesn’t wants to look pretty? Especially when you’re working in the airline industry being surrounded by many pretty faces around?

I started to realize my cheek area is getting more and more sensitive. It gets blemishes so easily. No matter what I do or apply, blemishes finding their back to me…they are my total nightmare!! I change from drug store brands to many of the luxury brands blusher out there, but they never stop finding me.

Being obsess with makeup, I started realize that there is a hype in the market on mineral makeup, I was so curious that I did a small research on it, knowing it promises all the best, I tell myself, this might be the best solution get rid of all those irritating “red spot thingy” from my face. My first attempt, “Revlon ColorStay Mineral Blush”. Why? Oh well, they are the first drug store brand in Malaysia that has a mineral blusher, and to me Revlon is among the most prestige drug store brand in Malaysia , personal preference actually *winks*

My first attempt? They have really “rough” brushes; feel kind of uneasy when I applied it on my face, kind of like scrubbing your face..haha.. but the finishing? Awesome!!! The pigments are great!!! It doesn’t need to take a lot of effort to apply them, just that, I think is better to get your own nice kabuki brush..hehe… I experimental it for few weeks, first week? My blemishes seem to reduce, being so high and happy as this is like the first time ever in history for me seeing my blemishes reduce after changing to a new blusher (and at a reasonable costs), I continue my journey with my first Revlon blusher, about a month later, all the blemishes on my cheek area actually gone. To me it’s like a miracle!!
 

Well, I guess mineral does work for me, I tried few other drug stores brands like Maybeline, and Loreal, they work equally well, Maybeline mineral makeup powder is finer, and it’s foundation Kabuki brushes are really nice and soft, aren’t like the rest, but today am still sticking with my first love - "Revlon" as it suits me really well. And the best part? they are all reasonable and economical !!! such a blessing :)

Hope I give you some insight of my mineral makeup attempts, well I guess no harm trying, and to me drug store brands work equally well and good!  

Thanks for your time LOVE!