Review : Happy Skincare ' Good Vibes' Omega Oil

Product Description
Suitable for sensitive all skin types, this light, fast-absorbing and non-greasy formula provides your skin with optimal nourishment, giving stressed out skin a velvety smooth complexion. With a unique balance of 5 different omega oils, this uplifting facial oil simultaneously moisturises, delivers anti-ageing anti-oxidants, and balances sebum production for clear and glowing skin.

Benefits :
· Deeply hydrating 87% organic and moisturiser
· Feather-light and non-greasy formula
· Unique balance of 5 different omega oils
· Suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin

I am loving all Happy Skincare products which I have tried so far. Next in line, is this Happy Skincare ' Good Vibes' Omega Oil which is vegan, 100% natural and 87% organic.
I use this directly after the hydrating mist, as the Omega Oil is recommended to be used on damp skin, for better absorption.

I started off with using the facial oil in the night as I am afraid it may be too rich for daytime use. However, my worries are unfounded because if you use it sparingly, it actually provides a good base for my make-up to glide on better. Hence, I started using it both day and night.

The ' Good Vibes' Omega Oil contains 5 different omega oils - 3, 5, 6, 7 and 9 which provides much hydration and antioxidant benefits to skin. I simply adore the scent which is totally uplifting yet calming. The sample size bottle which I owned is not easy to use, as I need to shake it very hard, to dispense the oil on my palms droplet by droplet, hence I tend to get overzealous and spread too much oil on my skin during the initial stages. Thankfully, there wasn't any serious outbreaks though my skin looks like an oily wok where I need to use a tissue paper to dab on the excess oil. There were tiny whiteheads on my chin though, but disappear after a day or two.

After I get the hang of the amount required, it has been a beautiful mission. My skin is moisturised, feels smooth and looks more radiant. Make-up goes on well and skin stays hydrated throughout the days I have been using it.

Happy Skincare products do not contain 

• artificial colours
• bleaches e.g. benzoyl peroxide
• harsh detergents
• mineral oils
• parabens
• petro-chemicals
• sodium lauryl sulphate
• sodium laureth sulphate
• sulphates
• synthetic fragrances
• triethanolamine

Ingredients : 
Hemp (Cannabis Sativa) Seed Oil*, Camellia Tea (Camellia Oleifera) Seed Oil*, Argan (Argania Spinosa) Kernel Oil*, Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Rhamnoides) Oil*, Chia (Salvia Hispanica) Seed Oil, Watermelon (citrullus vulgaris) Seed Oil, Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Seed Oil*, Acai (euterpe oleracea) Oil, Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) Fruit Extract, Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Extract, Agonis Fragrans Leaf Oil, Cypress Australian Blue (Callitris Intratropica Wood) Oil, Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract.* Certified organic ingredients

Source : HappySkincare

Happy Skincare " Raindrops On Roses " Hydrating Tonic

Product Description
Enhanced with anti-oxidants and anti-ageing properties, this multipurpose hydrating tonic with an uplifting rose fragrance hydrates and rejuvenates the skin. Suitable for dry, sensitive and normal skin, this formula reduces redness and gently exfoliates the skin, as well as tones the skin after cleansing and prepares it for moisturising.

Benefits : 
· Hydrating rosewater tonic for rebalancing skin
· Refreshing and soothing on the face
· High in Vitamin C and beauty mineral MSM
· Suitable for normal, dry and sensitive skin

100% natural, 96% organic and vegan, Happy Skincare " Raindrops On Roses "  Hydrating Tonic is part of the sample pack I purchased from Bellabox, which has since discontinued the brand.

Housed in a spray dispenser, the mist smells lovely, with a subtle rose fragrance and feels refreshing on the skin. It is an excellent base for the moisturiser -  Happy Skincare ' Good Vibes' Omega Oil.
It runs out pretty fast since I usually spray a generous mist over my large face. :P 

The  " Raindrops On Roses "  Hydrating Tonic can also be used when your skin is feeling tired and looking dull, after cleansing to rebalance the skin and prime it for moisturisation and to set makeup and as a pick-me-up whenever the mood strikes you. 

Currently, I only use it strictly like a toner, before the facial oil moisturiser application. And while I didn't notice an immediate difference, my skin did get less irritated ( less bout of redness ) after I started using this hydrating tonic and the omega facial oil combo.  

Happy Skincare products do not contain 

• artificial colours
• bleaches e.g. benzoyl peroxide
• harsh detergents
• mineral oils
• parabens
• petro-chemicals
• sodium lauryl sulphate
• sodium laureth sulphate
• sulphates
• synthetic fragrances
• triethanolamine

Ingredients :

Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) Leaf Juice*, Rose Otto (Rose Damascene) Hydrosol*, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Fruit Extract*, Kakadu Plum (Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract).

* = certified organic ingredients


Source : Bellabox , HappySkincare

Review : Happy Skincare Cloud 9 Deep Cleansing Balm

Product Description
Luxurious, soap free and a divine citrus aroma – this organic cleansing balm may be the best thing you ever do for your skin. Dissolve the oily impurities in your skin, gently melting away daily grime, oxidised sebum (black heads), makeup and sunscreen.

Cloud 9 Deep Cleansing Balm uses the principles of the Oil Cleansing Method with additions of Shea Butter and Aloe Vera juice for a nourishing and luxurious experience. It will help balance and restore the skin during cleansing, reducing breakouts and preventing dehydrated skin. Skin's recovery time will improve dramatically because of the Omega 3, 6, 7 and 9s that the skin is drinking up. 

Benefits :
- 100% natural and 84% organic
- cleans while supporting the skin's fragile acid mantle
- balances the complexion of all skin types and is calming for sensitive skin
- nourishes the skin with the beauty mineral MSM and other essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals
- brightens, tones and moisturises
- contains the serene oils of Lemon Myrtle, Sandalwood, Mandarin and Vanilla to calm frazzled nerves whilst treating your skin

I am currently loving this Happy Skincare Cloud 9 Deep Cleansing Balm to bits. Hailing from Australia, Happy Skincare is helmed by a husband and wife team who handcraft high quality 100% natural skincare without the chemicals.

I started off with using Deep Cleansing Balm in the night but like it so much that I started using it as a day cleanser too. The heavenly-scented light-yellow coloured balm feels buttery and looks greasy but is actually pretty moisturising, it soothes and hydrates the rough edges on my nose to become soft and smooth. While some may not like the additional layer of a moisturising veil on skin, after cleansing, but my dehydrated and sensitive skin drinks it like water.

Warm the balm with your fingers and massage it onto dry or slightly damp skin. I use it strictly as a cleanser and my skin feels nourished and comfortable, without an ounce of tightness after every cleansing experience. I even use it as a waterproof mascara remover and it works pretty well too. My skin stays hydrated till the next wash.

The Cloud 9 Deep Cleansing Balm can also be used as a hair treatment to tame the frizz, cuticle treatment for sexy nails, foot balm to nourish your feet and as a barrier cream when you are out battling the snow and winter season.

Unfortunately, this cleansing balm is not available in Singapore as Bellabox is no longer carrying the brand. Please note that others see it as a white balm while mine is light yellow in colour. An email to Happy Skincare tells me that the " the yellow colour is usually from the shea butter being exposed to air. The product is still OK but it just isn't at its best."

Happy Skincare products do not contain 

• artificial colours
• bleaches e.g. benzoyl peroxide
• harsh detergents
• mineral oils
• parabens
• petro-chemicals
• sodium lauryl sulphate
• sodium laureth sulphate
• sulphates
• synthetic fragrances
• triethanolamine

Ingredients : 

Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) Leaf Juice*,  Shea (Butyrospermum Parkii) Butter*, Hemp (Cannabis Sativa) Seed Oil*, Castor (Ricinus Communis) Seed Oil*, Macadamia (Macadamia Integrifolia) Seed Oil*, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Candelilla (Euphorbia Cerifera Cera) Wax, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Tapioca (Manihot Esculenta) Root Starch, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Anisic Acid, Mandarin (Citrus Reticulata Peel) Oil, Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora Leaf) Oil, Sandalwood (Santalum Album) Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

* = Certified Organic

Source : HappySkincare

Review : Aubrey Organics Nourishing Shampoo

Product Description

Aubrey Organics Rosa Mosqueta Nourishing Shampoo is a gentle formula that helps remove chlorine and impurities that can cause dryness, brittleness and fading. It contains vital nutrients that help protect natural and color-treated hair for increased vitality and shine.

I gotten this via Iherb but it was nasty to use and so I have been using it on an on-off basis. Aubrey Organics Nourishing Shampoo has since changed its formula so the original version as shown in picture is not longer available and the ingredients have changed too.

This shampoo is particularly difficult to work into wet hair, the gel formula does not have much suds, hence does not lather much which made me end up using more shampoo, to ensure it covers all parts of my hair.

More time is also required to get the shampoo off the hair so that there is no residue build-up.
It is slightly drying and hair feels like straw and in clumps hence a conditioner is much needed to soften and moisturise the hair.

Even though, Aubrey Organics Rosa Mosqueta Nourishing Shampoo is said to be safe for color-treated hair but I didn't feel that it does much to nourish and treat dryness, brittleness and fading on hair. I hate to be wasteful, so I am still using it, despite how bad it is. 

The product scored 3.2 from 20 users on Makeupalley.

Ingredients : 
Aqua, decyl glucoside, glycerin, sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein, organic rice syrup, organic aloe leaf juice, xanthan gum, organic shea butter, citric acid, lavender oil, bergamot oil, ylang ylang oil, organic rose mosqueta seed oil, St. John’s wort oil, grapefruit extract, carrot root extract, coltsfoot leaf extract, horsetail extract, alcohol denat. (38b, lavender*), tocopheryl acetate, witch hazel water, ascorbic acid, soybean oil, beta-carotene