Massage - HealthLand Review

Hmm... thinking of having a massage always gave me a sense of joy and relaxation...

Lately, I have been hunting for a good yet reasonable massage place. I have been getting numbness in my legs quite often and stiff shoulder, I think mainly because I had poor blood circulation and stressful schedule. I used to patron Thai Odyssey until their price kept increasing and I thought it is time to stop visiting for now.

I did a hunt and found a Thai Massage branch which has good review and reasonable price, "Heathland", I was also attracted to Jojo Struys advertisement that she did for "Healthland", mainly to also reconfirmed that the massage center is "proper" if you know what I meant.

And, I visited the place on a random Saturday with a friend, stepping into the place does reminds me of “ThaiOdyssey”, but looking at the prices, it is slightly lower than what “Thai Odyssey” is charging, which is great to me because that is what I am looking for.

I decided to try their “Thai Oil Treatment” at RM78 for 60 minutes and my friend, foot massage at RM 58 for 60 minutes. I chose oil treatment because I do not like traditional Thai Massage techniques where the masseuse will use press pressure technique, I prefer stroking and push technique.

As a standard practice, we were serve some tea before starting, but what surprise is, it was a ice cold pandan tea instead of a hot one, but it was nothing bad about it, just different. We were then invited to wash and have our feet scrub before our massage start. I was lead into a private massage area where I need to change.

Having my Feet wash- "Happy Feet" :)

I must say the whole experience was not too bad. I wouldn’t say they are very good, but compare to “Thai Odyssey” I think I like “Healthland” more due to it’s price and the masseuse are up to standard too.

Two weeks later, I brought my mom along again, and this time to try their foot massage since, I had a good experience with my masseuse, her technique and pressure was just right. Her name was “Milk” number “20”, my mom did not have a good experience with hers as her masseuse was to soft and did not do much to make her feel any difference, will definitely not go for her then, her number was “27”.

This is my review for my visit to “Healthland”, if you visited any good massage center in Petaling Jaya with reasonable price do share with me, so I can gave it a try too! 

Ps: They do have Happy Hour Promotion on Weekdays, do give them a call before you go!

Thank you for reading! :)

HealthLand SS2
35, Jalan SS2/67,
47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Indulgence Line : +6 03 7865 8313

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!

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

Yummy Thai Massage~*Thai Odyssey*~

Do you go for massage? A wonderful massage trip will definitely promotes blood circulation and relax both body and soul~~!.

Thai Odyssey  (Source : http://www.thaiodyssey.com.my/)

Thai Odyssey is my favorite place to go for a whole body massage with mom. I favor it because of their professionalism, 100% Original Thai massage, and the price.

The branch that I visit most often recently will be the one in Tropicana City Mall, PJ. It is located at 2nd Floor, same floor as Toys ‘R’ Us. I go there because that branch is newer and facilitates with more private room. Getting a session is easier too since it is still new and not many go there^_^

Upon entering, you will be greeted by their friendly staff, most of the time only the cashier can understand English, the rest of the lady masseur are all Thaïs and they speak either little or no English at all. The last trip I went, the lady speaks mandarin to me hehe ^.^ but no worries, they are superb friendly, and if you need a translator, can always get the cashier to translate what you want haha..

 (Source : http://www.thaiodyssey.com.my/)

I will normally go for their signatureTraditional Thai Massage as I love it so much. They don’t use any oil, lotion or fragrance unlike some of the other style of massage which is a plus point for me as I do not like the oily feeling as I will normally go shopping after that.

Thai massage uses pressing method and unlike the Bali style.

 Don't worry you won't go naked, it's just illustration hehe...(Source : http://www.thaiodyssey.com.my/)

My last week visit was the most memorable and awesome one.

You can actually imagine how stiff my whole body was and how lifeless it is as I just checked out from the hospital about one week before. During my stay in the hospital I had drips on my hands and I can only eats and sleep.

My lady masseur actually feedback that I had a really stiff and tensed up body and that shouldn’t be the case. She helps to loosen up my tight muscle especially around my shoulder; and it was so great when she massage my head, I can tell you it was heaven!!!!!!! I enjoyed my whole massage session so so so so so much, my lady masseur was so alert and full of awareness. She uses the right pressure to ensure that I feel relaxed, (haha not pain throughtout the session)  I nearly fall asleep during the whole session, so as my mom that was right beside me!! Haha imagine! (p/s: we get a twin private room ^__^, i think husband and wife can go for that)

This is definitely a good place to go for massage especially ladies as we need to be caution visiting places like this as most of the time, massage parlor is a place where most "hanky-panky" stuff take place. You know what I mean ;)

They do take in men as their customer, but ladies, no worries as they will have separate private rooms, you will not see or know who is next door either. And to all males species out there, if you are looking for cute gals here, plss.. you're in the wrong channel k? =P


Below are some of the awards they won:-
1. The SMEs Best Brands2007 - BestBrands Wellness & Reflexology 2007 

2 .Malaysia Spa Wellness & Awards - Best Reflexology Centre 2006

3. Asia Pacific Super Excellent Brand 2006/2007

4. Best Massage Centre 08


The information on the my favorite branch
Opening Hours :
10.00 am – 10.00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
     
Treatments :
Traditional Thai Massage
Half Body Massage
Foot Massage
Thai Herbal Therapy
Thai Aromatherapy
   
Address:
Tropicana City Mall, Lot L2 05/06, 2nd Floor ( same floor as Toys’R’ Us )
No.3 Jalan SS 20/27, 47400, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Contact:
+603 - 7725 2488

Person Incharge :
Miss Aileen

Website (more details and other branch info):
http://www.thaiodyssey.com.my/

Price list ( yes, a must for transperancy)

  (Source : http://www.thaiodyssey.com.my/)

As usual, click on the picture for better view, else you can visit their site for more details.

Now you can get a good Thai massage at a reasonable price here in Malaysia, don't need to run so far haha...

Thanks for dropping by again! XOXO~~!  Good night from Malaysia :D 


p/s: If you are a HSBC Credit Card holder, you are entitle to get a RM5 discount from them. Not sure how long the promotion last, but please ask them when you are there ya ^__^

Studded Heels, did you get one?

OMG..Studded heels are so so so so in trend right now, did you get one?

(P/S: Please click on the picture to have a better view)

Those which are real hit right now are those strappy studded one (Picture above).

They gave that real edgy kind of look which I love them so much! I thought that they might go pretty well with ¾ jeans or 3/4 khakis pants.

Of all the 4 pairs above, I love the forth pair most (From left to right). I like it being simple, yet having that "strappy edgy" kind of look. It would definately go pretty well with a hot pants or a mini skirt, what do you think? =P

The first pair, looks awesome as well, it gave this stylish hard rock feels. Don’t you agree with me <^.^>V

(P/S: Please click on the picture to have a better view)

If you are opting for something more feminine, you might want to look for heels shown above, in trend yet brings out the feminine side of yours.

For the first pair of heels (From left to right), I would say it goes pretty well with a lovely gown, keeping everything simple, yet has it own touch of “strappy kind of uniqueness”.

The second pair catches my eyes. I love its wide banded strap which gave it a booty kind of look, yet wearable in a hot sunny place like Malaysia. Definitely goes well with a simple nice short or a ¾ light color pants.

As for third and forth pairs of heels, I would definitely recommend it for a pretty yet simple cocktail dress. Experimenting with colors with definitely brings out a simple dress and makes everything look gorgeous.

I am so looking forward into getting one of these soon; are you?

Hope I share some insight with you, thanks for dropping by again XOXOXO!!!

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!