Review : Garden of Wisdom Rockin Moroccan Goddess Hair Oil





After hearing raves about Moroccan Oil for the hair, I bought this hair oil that has better concentration of the main ingredient as compared to the Moroccan Oil in the market.
You can read the difference below, which I derived from the Garden of Wisdom website.

I didn't fancy the scent but it dissipates after a short while. The oil is greasy but my hair absorbs it hungrily without leaving any greasiness on the scalp or hair.
If you apply too much, you will see that the hair is slightly oily at the ends.

Colleagues have commented that I have healthier hair but I believe this is not the only product that contributes to it alone. I have also cut down on hair perming and colouring while focusing on hair maintenance.

Ingredients :
Argan Oil  [Moroccan], Camellia Oleifera Oil, Broccoli Seed Oil, Watermelon Seed Oil, Macadamia Nut Oil, Brazil Nut Oil, Amla Oil Infusion Dimethicone, Buriti Oil, Cyclomethicone, Natural Essence

In comparison to the current, popular Moroccan Oil on the market.
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Butylphenyl Methyl Propional, Argania Spinoza Kernel Oil (Argan Oil), Linseed (Linum Usitatissimum) Extract, Fragrance Supplement, D&C Yellow-11, D&C Red-17, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone.

Source : GoW

Review : Dr. Ci:Labo Collagen Gel-Cream Super Moisture Ex




Product Description
Super simple but satisfiable skincare! Six-steps of skin treatment process (Toner, Milky lotion, Beauty essence, Facial mask, Facial cream and Makeup base) are covered with only this one after washing morning and night!

Features and Benefits :
- By adopting “Collagen HC Nano capsules”, expertise and unique complex designed by Dr.Ci:Labo, 120 types of skin-beautifying components are delivered to deep inside the skin and exert their effects thoroughly.
- By focusing on emollient effect, enriched moisturizing effect just like highly-concentrated moisturizing cream is delivered.
- Gel penetrates inside the skin by its amazing permeability and skin surface becomes smooth and satiny without feeling sticky after application of gel. It is also compatible with makeup and is useful as makeup base
- For being gentle and safety for the skin, this product is produced under “Six Free” (No artificial fragrance, No artificial color, No mineral oils, Paraben free, Alcohol free, No petroleum surfactant agents)
- This product is extensively useful for various skin type, age, gender. For example, anti-aging care for women of course, moisturizing treatment after shave for men, preventing dry skin for kids.

Dr.Ci:Labo, known as the World's No.1 Medical Cosmetics brand developed by a team of dermatologists, has intrigued me enough to pick up a trial pack some time back.

Its been said that a baby's skin is soft because the body contains 80% water. At 20 years old, it drops to 60% water and at over 70 years old, it averages to 50%. The body's metabolism also decreases as the water level in the skin and body decreases. Older teenager's surface skin retains average of 20 to 25% moisture, and it continually declines as a person gets older and at 60 years old the skin's
moisture level is at 15%. Also, collagen and hyaluronic acid levels in the body goes down, thus, this creates wrinkles, sagging skin, dryness and other skin troubles that shows the signs of aging skin. To restore the skin as soft like baby's skin, it needs to be continually hydrated with a high amount of water so it can be moisturized all day long.

This is the last product from the kit which lasts me for quite a while as you don't need that much since its in cream form.

Of all the Dr. Ci:Labo products, I looked forward to trying this because its their star product as “Aqua-Collagen-Gel” is the biggest-selling gel product in Japan.

After trying out the 15ml size for the past one month, I would say that this product works pretty well in hydrating the skin. I hardly experience any flakiness on my skin despite being under the harsh air-conditioning in the office. Skin feels plump and supple.

However, I didn't like the texture - it felt sticky after application. The white cream texture is slightly thick and emollient and does not glide on the skin as well as I thought it will. And the ingredient list is super long!

Its claims :
As a toner and lotion, moisture is introduced and prevented from leaving
skin.
As a beauty and facial cream skin is smoothed and brightened!
As a face mask and makeup base, the high level of moisture and balance
can't be beat.

Despite claiming to be 6 in 1, I still use a toner and serum ocassionally, just to see if there is a difference. Note that I only use this moisturizer as a day moisturiser and skipped it during the night. I also don't use it as a make-up base.
Toner : I was using Murad hydrating toner but it made this moisturiser feel even more tacky and sticky. I skipped the toner then, and feels that the moisturiser applies better on the skin. I have no problem with Avene Thermal Spray as a toner, but it made the moisturiser slightly diluted.
Beauty essence : I was using Clarins Shaping Lift as a serum prior to this moisturiser at times and it made the moisturiser feels heavy and too much for the skin. My skin broke out in zits.
Facial Mask : I still see the need of using masks ocassionally as I don't feel that the moisturiser can overtake the masking abilities, after a good exfoliating scrub.

This product scored 3.7 from 13 users on Makeupalley

Ingredients :
WATER,GLYCERIN,SQUALANE,BUTYLENE GLYCOL,PENTYLENE LYCOL,BETAINE,DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE,ALLANTOIN, SOLUBLE COLLAGEN,HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN, ISOSTEAROYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN,POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN,SUCCINOYL ATELOCOLLAGEN, SODIUM HYALURONATE,HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID,
SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE,CERAMIDE 2,CERAMIDE 3 HYDROLYZED ELASTIN,ROYAL JELLY EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS/ROYAL JELLY FERMENT FILTRATE,ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, HIBISCUS ESCULENTUS FRUIT EXTRACT,MALVA SYLVESTRIS (MALLOW) FLOWER EXTRACT,TAMARINDUS INDICA SEED POLYSACCHARIDE,ANGELICA KEISKEI LEAF/STEM EXTRACT,ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER EXTRACT,CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FRUIT EXTRACT,HEDERA HELIX (IVY) LEAF/STEM EXTRACT,SAMBUCUS NIGRA FLOWER EXTRACT, PARIETARIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT,ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS (KIWI) FRUIT
EXTRACT,EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE) FLOWER EXTRACT,ARTEMISIA CAPILLARIS FLOWER EXTRACT,OENOTHERA BIENNIS SEED EXTRACT,GERANIUM ROBERTIANUM EXTRACT,THYMUS SERPILLUM EXTRACT,SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT,PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT,VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS LEAF EXTRACT,GANODERMA LUCIDUM (MUSHROOM) STEM EXTRACT,PRUNUS YEDOENSIS LEAF EXTRACT,
SAPONARIA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT,PERILLA OCYMOIDES LEAF  EXTRACT,CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) FLOWER EXTRACT,MORUS ALBA ROOT EXTRACT,PHELLODENDRON AMURENSE BARK EXTRACT,CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT,CYNARA SCOLYMUS (ARTICHOKE) LEAF EXTRACT,HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA EXTRACT,MALPIGHIA EMARGINATA (ACEROLA) SEED XTRACT,LEONTOPODIUM ALPINUM EXTRACT,BETULA ALBA BARKEXTRACT,RHODOMYRTUS TOMENTOSA FRUIT EXTRACT,PRUNUS MUME FRUIT EXTRACT,RUBUS ELLIPITICUS ROOT EXTRACT,ROSA CANINA FRUIT EXTRACT,CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT,EQUISETUM ARVENSE EXTRACT,PINUS SYLVESTRIS CONE EXTRACT,CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) RHIZOME EXTRACT,ALPINIA SPECIOSA LEAF EXTRACT,RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT,HYDROLYZED PRUNUS DOMESTICA,BELLIS PERENNIS (DAISY) FLOWER EXTRACT,MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT,CITRUS DEPRESSA PEEL EXTRACT,PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT,GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT,PAEONIA SUFFRUTICOSA ROOT EXTRACT,REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA
ROOT EXTRACT,GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) GERM EXTRACT, ORIGANUM MAJORANA LEAF EXTRACT,SOLANUM LYCOPERSICUM (TOMATO) FRUIT EXTRACT,ROSA MULTIFLORA FRUIT EXTRACT,SOPHORA ANGUSTIFOLIA ROOT EXTRACT,ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, SAXIFRAGA SARMENTOSA EXTRACT,COIX LACRYMA-JOBI MA-YUEN SEED EXTRACT,LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT,URTICA DIOICA (NETTLE) LEAF EXTRACT,GENTIANA LUTEA
RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT,LACTOBACILLUS/PEAR JUICE FERMENT FILTRATE,LAMINARIA OCHROLEUCA EXTRACT,CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT,CHLORELLA VULGARIS EXTRACT,ALGAE EXTRACT,ALTEROMONAS FERMENT EXTRACT,SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE EXTRACT,BIFIDA FERMENT LYSATE,SODIUM CHONDROITIN SULFATE,ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE,
CHOLESTEROL,TAURINE,LYSINE HCL,GLUTAMIC ACID,GLYCINE,LEUCINE,HISTIDINE
HCL,SERINE,VALINE,SODIUM SPARTATE,THREONINE,ALANINE,ISOLEUCINE,PHENYLALANINE,ARGININE,PROLINE,TYROSINE,ACETYL
HYDROXYPROLINE,ACETYL GLUTAMINE, HYDROXYPROLINE,GLYCYL GLYCINE,AMINOBUTYRIC ACID, SODIUM DILAURAMIDOGLUTAMIDE LYSINE,SODIUM PCA,POLYGLUTAMIC ACID,ECTOIN,PANTHENOL,ASCORBYL DIPALMITATE,ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, ASCORBYL TETRAISOPALMITATE,SODIUM ASCORBATE,TOCOPHEROL,GLUCOSYL HESPERIDIN,DISODIUM INOSINATE,DISODIUM GUANYLATE,10-HYDROXYDECANOIC ACID,SEBACIC ACID,1,10-DECANEDIOL,TREHALOSE,VEGETABLE OIL,LECITHIN,HYDROGENATED LECITHIN,OLEIC ACID,PALMITIC ACID,GLYCERYL APRYLATE,PULLULAN,ALGIN,CARBOMER,PENTASODIUM PENTETATE,POTASSIUM
HYDROXIDE,PHENOXYETHANOL.

Source : Ci Labo , Bellabox

Review : Olivella Hand Cream




Product Description
Olivella Hand Cream is created with 100% virgin olive oil plus this hand cream has a light texture and gives intense moisture to your hands, also hypoallergenic it can be used throughout the day.

Benefits :
- Leaves hands soft and smooth, enriched with Virgin Olive Oil
- Contains Vitamin A, E, Tocopherol
- Ideal for dry chapped hands
- Protects against external agents

I purchased this tube online at Olive Shop when it was first launched. There was a personal touch as the owner who carries in the product came in his car to hand-deliver the products to me in a beautiful pink box ( which consists of other purchased products of the same brand ).

Made of 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil, this light and pleasant textured cream contains anti-Oxidants Vitamin A (beta carotene) and Vitamin E and is free of colorants, SLES / SLS (Sodium Laureth Sulftate), parabens and animal fat. It is also dermatologically tested and gluten free.

I always use a hand cream in office and this 75ml size lasts me for about 4 months. The white-coloured cream looks creamy but is actually lightweight in texture. There is a slight layer of greasiness as you can see some shine on the palms after application and feels sticky initially until it gets absorbed into the skin within a few minutes.

I did not find it moisturising enough for my hands, under the harsh air-conditioning in my office. The cream seemed to disappear into nothingness, without any layer of protection on the hands.

This 75ml tube retails for $17.90 in Singapore. You can get it cheaper via Iherb with addition of my code OKI787.

Ingredients :
Aqua (water), olea europaea fruit oil (olive (olea europaen) fruit oil), glycerin, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, hydrogenated olive oil, glyceryl linoleate, glyceryl linolenate, citrus aurantium dulcis oil (orange (citrus aurantium dulcis) peel oil), lavandula angustifolia oil (lavender (lavandula angustifolia) oil), xanthan gum, olea europaea oil , unsaponifiables (olive (olea europaea) oil unsaponifiables), lecithin, ascorbyl palmitate, tocopherol, citric acid, imidazolidinyl urea,
methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone, limonene, linalool.


Source : Olivellaline , Oliveshop , Olivellausa

Review : Laneige Snow BB Soothing Cushion SPF 50+ PA+++



Product Description
A new-concept cushion-type BB with five active ingredients for Whitening + Sunscreen + Sweat-proof + Soothing + Makeup contained in the cushion to maximize the refreshing and soothing sensation. Every time you touch it, the air pump in the cushion contains air bubbles for thin and skin-friendly makeup.

Also, it is provided in two separate containers to preserve the active ingredients and their functionality.

I have friends who were raving on this product and always stock up on them so when I had a chance to redeem a sample from Laneige, I promptly did so. I got mine in No. 21 Natural Beige.


This is a rather unique BB cream that is slightly wet. It has 2 separate compartments - one for the sponge and one for the BB cream.

When you apply it, it feels refreshingly cooling on the skin with a light floral scent. The texture seems light and almost diluted but has a buildable coverage depending on the layers being applied. You also need to exert some pressure on the sponge to pick up sufficient "powder" from the soft cushion.

I would peg the coverage to be medium as it conceals pretty well. And because it does not feel greasy or heavy, I even use this on the undereye area which I usually steer away from, with BB cream.
The wet feel gives one the feeling that its lightweight but is not exactly so, on my combination skin.

On my face, it gives one a dewy and almost "shiny" glow, with good coverage to conceal most redness and blemishes. However, the oil control is pretty poor as my skin turns oily just before lunch and big angry zits appeared on my chin area by Day 2 which usually meant that the product is too rich for my skin.

While I like that it contains SPF 50 with PA+++, however unfortunately, this product just does not suit me at all.

Check out improved formula of their latest BB Cushions
BB Cushion Hydra Radiance
BB Cushion Pore Blur


Source : Laneige

Review : Lunasol Point Make Off



Product Description
A remover for eye and lip makeup that thoroughly cleanses away hard-to-remove makeup without straining the skin. Contains moisturizing ingredients that care for the skin.

I bought this 120ml size for a steal at just $10 during the Kanebo sale earlier this year. Suitable for eye and lip make-up, I use this solely for eye make-up as I hardly use lip make-up.

As this product is a mixture of oil and water, its best to shake bottle well enough to mix both water and oil contents for maximum effectiveness.
Personally, I have a preference for water-based remover products because I don't like oiliness on my skin and I may forget to shake it and you get an ineffective eye make-up remover. But well, the price is just too "pretty" for me to give it up. :P

This eye make-up remover removes eye make-up pretty well and is more effective on waterproof eye make-up than the regular water-based remover. I can't say the same for heavy eye make-up as I don't use that heavy stuff.

Ingredients (source) :
Water, Cyclomethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dipropylene Glycol, Silica, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Hybrid Sunflower) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Silk, Squalane, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Edta, Phenoxyethanol

Source : Lunasol

Review : Apivita Moisturizing Mask With Aloe



Product Description
Moisturizes and tones the skin, leaving it soft and radiant

Containing 94% natural ingredients, this face mask is free from parabens and propylene glycol. The 40ml face mask costs me 11 Euros in Greece which should be cheaper than in Singapore although I have yet to visit the Singapore store.

Lilac green in colour, the mask smells slightly of aloe and oozes out easily from the tube, with light depression on the aluminum material but may look less than desirable due to its pliable shape.

It is very lightweight and feels almost diluted as I spread it around on the skin so I tend to use more for my face, to reap maximum benefits on my dehydrated skin. It gives my skin a refreshing cool sensation and hydrates it moderately well, however it stings on dehydrated areas on the face but goes away after several minutes. It is also quite an hassle to wash it off, due to its slippery texture and need several splashes of water before it gets totally clean. It is good for normal skin, but not the best for emergency cases on quench-thirsty skin like mine.

Ingredients :
Aqua (Water)**, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Glycerin, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Rosa Centifolia Flower Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf*, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mel (Honey)* Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil*, Glyceryl Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Arginine, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Aqua, Sorbitan Oleate, PEG-100 Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Phytate, Parfum (Fragrance), Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, CI 19140 (Yellow 5), CI 61570 (Green 5)

*Certified organic cultivations
**Camelia Sinensis* Leaf Aqueous Infusion = Green tea water


Source : Apivita

Review : Ego QV Intensive Moisturising Cleanser


Product Description
Ego QV intensive moisturising cleanser is a gentle, soap-free cleansing for very dry and sensitive skin. Enriched with moisturisers, QV Intensive Moisturising Cleanser is perfect for extremely dry and sensitive skin. The non-foaming, soap-free formulation gently cleanses and softens your skin, leaving it with a hydrating barrier that protects against further moisture loss. It is suitable for dry, sensitive, itchy skin and eczema.

Made in Australia, this product is soap-free, fragrance and colour-free, preservative-free, dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic.

A friend passed a 40ml size tube to me as she knows that I prefer hydrating products. With an almost colourless gel-like consistency, this product has a barley scent and feels emollient on the skin. It foams slightly, with suds and left a slight drying feeling during the first 2 initial usages but it has since gone away.
Skin feels clean without any tacky moisturizing film on it.

Ingredients :
Glycerin, aqua (water), sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, lauryl betaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, acrylates / C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, styrene/acrylates copolymer, aminomethyl propanol.

Source : QV, Amazon

Review : Naruko Narcissus Total Defense Night Repairing Dew



Product Description
NARUKO Narcissus Total Defense Repairing Dew is a readily absorbed care containing a high concentration of Tremella Fuciformis Extract and Hyaluronic Acid for long-lasting and effective hydration. Phytoferulin® and Narcissus Bulbs Extract help repair the irritated skin. After use, your
skin feels hydrated like having finished your daily skincare routine. Your skin is improved from inside out in the next morning.

I have previously reviewed its Morning Dew which feels almost similar to this product. The ingredient list is largely the same except for the last 1/3 of the ingredients which may not be that significant to the overall contents of the product as the concentration is much lower.

Housed in a purple bottle, the opening is just large enough for the contents to be dispense on cotton pads and used it either as a lotion mask or as a toner for the skin. I usually use it as toner and did not
differentiate it between day and night usage.

The scent is not overpowering and the texture has a viscous-like consistency, leaving no greasy or sticky after-feel. It is pretty moisturising and refreshing on my skin. There was no flakiness on my skin during the usage period of this toner which proved its effectiveness.



Source : Sasa

Review : Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer Oil-Free SPF 15



Product Description
Flawless skin starts here. This luxuriously silky primer will conceal redness, minimize the appearance of pores, help soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles and repel water to ensure makeup appears fresh all day long. Broad spectrum SPF 15 helps shield skin from the sun.

There were some raves on this product which made me pick it up from The States at US$52 during a work trip as I have a soft spot for oil-free products.
It is Paraben-free, Sulfate-free, Phthalate-free, Nanoparticle-free, Gluten-free and is without Synthetic Fragrances and Synthetic Dyes .

Packaged in a glass bottle with a pump dispenser, it exudes a luxury-like feel. The primer is white in colour but disappears into the skin without a trace after application.

Silicon-based, this primer adds a very smooth canvas to your skin, making your make-up applies better. Skin feels soft to the touch. Redness is reduced for several hours but came back again by mid-afternoon. On my skin, it reduces redness visibility for up to 6 hours. Shine is also kept to a minimum. I can't say the same for the pore size though as the effects are not apparent on my skin.

I like that it contains SPF though SPF15 is too little to be of any use under our local weather and in Greece but its good to be an added bonus on top of your regular sunscreen. Having Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide for broad spectrum protection is definitely commendable.
I feel that this product makes my make-up stay better and longer, as compared to not using one.

It scored 3.8 from 223 users on Makeupalley and Paula gives the thumbs-up for this product.

Ingredients :
Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 4.20%, Titanium Dioxide 2.45%.
Inactive Ingredients: Alumina, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hexyl Laurate, Isododecane, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Stearic Acid.

Source : Hourglass

Lancome UV Expert GN-Shield BB Complete SPF 50 PA+++



Product Description
UV Expert SPF 50 PA+++ BB Complete features an exceptional triple potency formula offering optimal performance on protection, correction and coverage:

Better Coverage:
For an optimised coverage and a fresh luminous skin, Lancôme introduces in its new BB Complete Aura-Inside™, pioneered for Teint Miracle, which combines pink and blue bioptic pigments with translucent liquid micro-mirrors to bathe skin in a fresh, luminous glow. Instantly, fine lines, blemishes and dark spots are optically faded to create the illusion of a flattering fair and flawless skin.

Better Protection:
With a complete and powerful protection system that incorporates:
- Pollution shield: a new combination of the anti-pollution Pollusafe™ Complex and Moringa extract to help protect skin against damaging free radicals, carbon molecules and heavy metals;
- patented Mexoryl® SX and XL (our best anti-UV filtering system) offering an unprecedented 12-hour UV protection;
- the GN-Shield™ system designed to protect DNA by neutralizing inflammatory pigmentation messengers triggered by UV rays at the dermal level while helping block the sun’s harmful rays at the surface.

Better Correction:
For the first time, Lancôme’s BB base offers a correction from within, thanks to the efficiency of skincare ingredients, to attain the ideal of a perfect skin.
An active pore-refining and anti-spot complex, works over time to help fight blemishes and imperfections.

This 30ml BB cream is part of the 2012 Christmas Coffret which I have been using this year. A little goes a long way and I am still using it after almost a year. Its best to use it up within the recommended 12 months.

There are only 2 colour choices and I picked mine in 01 which has a slight greyish hue to it but thankfully it disappears into my skin without any obvious difference.
Packaged in a white portable tube, it has a small nozzle that dispenses the BB cream conveniently without losing the shape of its tube. You can just throw it into the bag without any worries of spillage as the cap is secure tightly.




The product has a heavy fragrance, typical of Lancôme products. The light texture goes on soft and smooth onto the skin and feels slightly emollient. It blends well and offers light-medium coverage, giving a fresh and healthy glow with an even-tone finish. The oil control is moderately well and my combination skin still oils up by mid-afternoon which is pretty normal.

I appreciate the bonus of having SPF50 even though the daily application of a tinted product on the skin is probably less than SPF 50 as such, I would still apply a layer of sunscreen protection prior to the BB cream application.

For a SPF50 protection, you will be surprised that the texture of this BB cream is actually pretty lightweight in texture. In terms of its active pore-refining and anti-spot complex efficacy, I can only say that I did not experience any breakouts from using this product and pimples were few, except for the occasional bout.
Currently, I am pairing it up with Make-Up Forever High Definition Powder for work.

In terms of ingredients, it uses Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate and Titanium Dioxide as sunscreen protection where EM is chemical based and TD is a physical sunscreen. It helps to protect against UVA and UVB rays.
It also contains some undesirable ingredients known by the "Dirty Dozen" like Trethanolamine, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylparaben and Fragrance.


 


Source : Lancôme

EO Everyday Shampoo (French Lavender) & Repair Deep Conditioner (wild lime & ginger)


Product Description
Nourishing Everyday EO® French Lavender Shampoo combines synergistic ingredients to protect hair from daily environmental effects with a balanced Nourishing Complex. This unique formula gently cleanses, repairs existing damage, and protects the hair shaft from additional stress.
  • French Lavender Essential Oil soothes and nurtures.
  • Gotu Kola supports healthy, vibrant hair.
  • Quinoa Protein, high in Amino Acids, fortifies, conditions and repairs hair.
  • Hibiscus, rich in Alpha Hydroxy and Amino Acids, rehydrates keratin fibers adding luster and smoothness.
  • Panthenol and Glycerin aid in moisture retention, increasing elasticity and thickening hair.
  • Organic Calendula, Chamomile and White Tea botanicals harmonize and replenish.
  • Aloe Vera improves scalp health with powerful antioxidants.
  • Witch Hazel deeply cleanses.
  • Papaya, Evening Primrose, Alfalfa and Pomegranate Extracts nourish and revitalize hair.
  • pH Balanced and Biodegradable coconut cleansing complex creates a gentle foam to clean naturally.
Shampoo Key Ingredients : Lavender, Papaya, Evening Primrose, Pomegranate



Product Descritpion
Restorative and Nurturing EO® Wild Lime & Ginger Hair Repair combines synergistic ingredients to restore hair health. This unique formula reverses existing damage to the hair shaft and protects hair from additional stressors.
  • Lime and Ginger Essential Oils work in concert to restore luster and sheen.
  • Mushroom Complex of Nameko, Reishi, Shiitake and Cordyceps deeply repairs for fuller, stronger hair.
  • Gotu Kola stimulates blood circulation, revitalizing hair follicles to improve hair growth and health.
  • Quinoa Protein, high in amino acids, penetrates to fortify, condition and repair hair.
  • Carrot Oil, rich in beta carotene and antioxidants, adds shine and softness to dry and damaged hair.
  • Tamanu oils promotes the formation of new tissue accelerating the growth of healthy, shiny hair.
  • Sesame, Avocado, Coconut and Olive Oils naturally soften hair adding luster and sheen.
  • Mango Seed Butter and Glycerin soften by sealing the hair shaft and locking in moisture.
  • Organic Calendula, Chamomile and White Tea botanicals harmonize and nourish.
  • Vitamins A and E rich in powerful antioxidants provide deep moisturizing benefits.
  • Hibiscus, rich in Alpha Hydroxy and Amino Acids, Hydroxy Keratin Fibers adding luster and smoothness.
  • Naturally nourishing Organic Jojoba Oil deeply conditions and moisturizes.
Conditioner Key Ingredients : Lime, Linden Bud,Reishi Mushroom, Cordyceps

I picked up both products from IHerb ( quote OKI787 to get up to US$10 off your first purchase ) recently for US$6.03 and US$6.70 respectively which are much cheaper than Singapore. The French Lavender smells divine and is very relaxing to the senses while the wild ginger and lime scent smells abit "spicy" and minty.

Both products do not contain synthetic fragrances, artificial colours or dyes, parabens or phthalates and sodium lauryl/ laureth sulfate.

The shampoo comes in a opaque blue bottle with a flick top cap opening that has the clear liquid oozes out effortlessly. It foams pretty well, leaving my hair smelling fresh and clean but left the hair. ends looking and feeling slightly dry. A conditioner is recommended. Zits appeared near my hairline as well.
The conditioner, being in a smaller size of 120ml as compared to the shampoo size of 250ml, with a pump dispenser conditions the hair really well. I use it on alternate days and my hair definitely feels softer, fluffy and smoother to the touch but it also made my thick hair look slightly more voluminous.

Shampoo Ingredients :
Purified Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Vegetable Glycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein, Hibiscus (Rosa Sinensis) Extract, Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) Extract, Hair Nourishing Complex [Papaya Fruit Extract, Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis) Flower Extract, Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa) Extract, Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Extract], EO® Organic Herb Blend [Organic Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis),Organic Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita) Extract, Organic Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) Extract, and Organic White Tea (Camelia Sinensis) Leaf Extract], Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides, EO® Essential Oil Blend [Lavender (Lavandula Officinalis) Essential Oil, Lavandin (Lavandula Hybrida) Essential Oil], Witch Hazel Distillate, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol

Conditioner Ingredients :
Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerin, Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Organic Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis) Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Organic Olive (Olea Europaea) Oil, Behenalkonium Chloride (and) Cetyl Alcohol, Organic Coconut (Cocos Nucifera) Oil, Avocado (Persea Americana) Oil, Organic Sesame (Sesamum Indicum) Oil, Carrot (Daucus Carota) Oil, Tamanu (Calophyllum Tacamahaca Seed) Oil, Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein, Linden (Tilia Tomentosa) Bud Extract, Hibiscus (Rosa Sinensis) Extract, Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) Extract, Organic Mushroom Extract Complex [Organic Lentinula Edodes Extract, Organic Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Organic Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Organic Pholiota Nameko Extract], EO® Essential Oil Blend [Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Essential Oil, Lime (Citrus Aurantifolia) Essential Oil, Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Martini) Essential Oil, Rosewood (Aniba Rosaeodora) Essential Oil, Sandalwood (Santalum Album) Essential Oil], EO® Organic Herb Blend [Organic Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis),Organic Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita) Extract, Organic Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) Extract, and Organic White Tea (Camelia Sinensis) Leaf Extract], Mango (Mangifera Indica) Seed Butter, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Organic Lecithin, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Amodimethicone, Sodium Phytate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Source : EO , EO2

Review : Weleda Wild Rose Creamy Body Wash


Product Description
Skin gets nourished and a renewed glow with this luxurious body wash. It’s a moisture-rich cleanser with a hopelessly romantic aroma that harmonizes your skin and tantalizes your senses.
Organic rosehip seed oil is highly concentrated with deeply moisturizing essential fatty acids that nourish your skin to a velvety smooth finish. Gentle vegetable-based cleansers work gently, without synthetic detergents, so your skin is naturally clean and soft. Rich in vitamins A and E and potent antioxidants, your skin soaks up our unique skin-replenishing nutrients and feels smooth and revitalized. Your entire being feels renewed, looking as beautiful and smelling as sweet as the purest organic roses on earth.

Packaged in a tube form, the opening was decent enough not to have spillage even though it was placed in the straight-down position. The contents just oozes down easily without the need for depression.

Creamy and thick in texture, this body wash has a light artificial rose scent. It does not foam much but it left a light squeaky-clean kind of feeling on my skin. I just did not find it moisturizing enough for my skin.

Alcohol is listed as the 4th ingredient, which is strange, because most body washes do not list alcohol as one of its ingredients.

It scored 2.7 from 44 users on Makeupalley.

Ingredients :
Water, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Oil, Coco Glucoside, Alcohol, Disodium Cocoyl L-Glutimate, Glycerin, Carrageenan (Chondrus Crispus), Rosa Moschata (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose) Flower Extract, Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, Eugenol

Source : Weleda

Cheers to a brand new start!



For those who have been busy through out the year and wondering where it leads....



For those who are not being appreciated and feels like giving up....



For those who are feeling bad about everything and anything in their life....



For those who have always been complaining about their lack of material...



For those who tend to take your loved ones for granted....



For those who think that words are everything....
 
 

Stay positive and I wish you all the best!

Source : Lessonslearnedinlife

Urshering in 2014!



Today is the first day of 2014 and its always amazing on how a year can flew by just like that. I hope 2013 has been a good year for you.

2013 has been full of ups and downs for me, an emotional rollercoaster that has taken a toll on my mental health, making me lost some weight, although I still look cherubic on the face. Ha!
What I have set myself to do in 2013 are still not achievable, on a personal level.

On the last day of each year, I always like to sit down and reflect what has happened within the year and how I can improve, let go and move on. Its not always easy and it takes much courage to do it but I will still try.
 
What’s done is done. What’s gone is gone. One of life’s lessons is always moving on. It’s okay to look back and think of fond memories but keep moving forward.

May 2014 be filled with much love, beauty, abundance, happiness and inner peace and be a brand new start to all things great!