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Eye Rockz Mineral Eyeshadow

Honestly, I was apprehensive on trying the product as I had close to zero experience with eyeshadows; what more mineral eyeshadow that is still in the powder form.

The petite package contains 4 cards and the eyeshadow sample packed nicely in an organza pouch.

Application tips card, business card, thank you card cum discount card and a card that states the ingredients (L-R)

I was this close to picking up 3 green-coloured eyeshadow ( you should know why) but I resisted and pick Nature, Peppermint and Snowflakes.

Name : Eye Rockz Mineral Eyeshadow

Ingredients: Mica, Titanium Oxide, Tin Oxide, Iron Oxide, Magnesium Stearate

Scent / Texture : Scent-free , smooth powdery texture

What I Like

Since it is an all natural, preservative free provde,it is gentle on my eyelids and it should suits all skin type. Being a finely grounded powder, it was smooth upon application. Suprising, there was not much fall-outs and products sticks pretty well to the base. As for the pigmentation wise, it deserves two thumbs up. For an eyeshadow virgin (well almost), I'm truly amazed with this product. Application was definitely a breeze! The powder basically glides onto my eyelid. Best of all, the product is multi-use! You can use it as an eyeliner by dampening the brush and applying it as you would normally do. You can add the powder to clear nail polish to match the eyeshadow you are wearing. My favourite of all is using the shade SNOWFLAKES to highlight my face!

What I Don't Like

For now, there's really none! If in anyway the eyeshadow doesn't look good on me, its MY application technique and has nothing to do with the product itself. Somehow or rather, I managed to create this fuss-free eye look in under 10minutes!

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Nixoderm

After the great experience reviewing The Body Shop Tea Tree range, I'm pretty much open to trying out products that claims to banish blemishes. Therefore, I picked up the trial-size (5.34g) of Nixoderm at a price of $2.60.

Honestly, the green packaging did enticed me too.

Name: Nixoderm

Amount / Quantity: 5.34g

Made in : Malaysia

Ingredients: Benzoic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Precipitated Sulphur

Directions for use: After cleaning, apply gently but thoroughly a liberal amount so that the entire surface is covered

Scent : Slight sulphuric/medicated smell

Colour/ Texture: off-white cream

What I Like

Upon application, the cream had a cooling effect on the skin, which then turn into a tingling sensation before everything subsides. Most importantly, it help to 'suck out' the pus out of the pimple 15 minutes after I first applied it. Other than that, I love its multi-purpose use. I'm a sucker for multi-use items actually.

A bonus characteristic is that the cream is moist and doesn't flake off upon drying.

What I Don't Like

No doubt the packaging is petite and all that but the constant fingers dipping into the container is a big no-no.

Justification

For a small product that packs a punch, I'm willing to overlook the packaging. Anyway I can always use cotton buds to scoop up the cream.

Physiogel Cleanser, Lotion and Cream

I recently received the Physiogel Hypoallergenic travel pack which consisted of the cleanser, lotion and cream.

Physiogel is created with Derma Membrane Technology Structure (DMS) technology for dehydrated and itchy skin. Some common factors that aggravate skin dryness are exposure to outdoor elements, prolonged exposure to air conditioning (I'm guilty of that!), bathing or cleansing in hot water with soap (I had no idea!),smokin and stress

Name : Physiogel Cleanser

Amount / Quantity : 10ml

Made in : Singapore

Ingredients : purified water, PEG-4000, cetostearyl, alcohol, sodium cocoyl isethionate, disodium hydrogen phosphate, citric acil, methyl paraben, proplyparaben, fragrance

Direction for use :

With water : Apply liberal amount on the face and massage in circular motion. Rinse with water.

Without water : Apply liberal amount on the face and massage in circular motion. Remove excess with tissue

Scent : Scent free

Colour / Texture : Translucent-milkyish gel like texture

What I like

Feel very gentle on the skin ; slight emollient feeling upon application

Can be used with/without water

For use on face and body

What I don't like

Doesn't foam up at all; giving me the perception that my skin is not clean enough

Name : Physiogel Lotion

Amount / Quantity : 10ml

Made in : Ireland

Ingredients : Not stated

Directions : Apply once or twice daily. Ideal for body

Scent : Scent free

Colour / Texture : White non-runny liquid

What I Like

Fast absorbing

Being scent-free. it doesn't clash with my body spray scent

What I Don't Like

Non at the moment

Name : Physiogel Cream

Amount / Quantity : 3ml

Made in : Ireland

Ingredients : Not stated

Directions : Apply once or twice daily. Ideal for face and body

Scent : Scent free

Colour / Texture : White creamy texture; thicker consistency than the lotion

What I Like

Thick consistency

Easy application

What I Don't Like

Takes a long time to be absorbed by the skin

Sticky feeling on the skin

Conclusion

Overall, I do love the lotion and cleanser! I have resorted to using it as a night cream. It works!

Judging from the amount of products that I pile on my face everyday, it might be a wise choice to move towards the direction of using soap-free and non-comodogenic products to keep my skin clean and supple.

Charcoal Black Heal Pharm Cleaner Pack

I headed down to Watson's and only managed to find a box of Charcoal Black Heal Pharm Cleaner Pack!

Name: Charcoal Black Heal Pharm Cleaner Pack

Amount / Quantity: 10pieces per pack

Made in : China

Scent/Texture : Black sticky texture upon contact with water. Sweet scent which reminded me of 'FA' underarm deodorant.

Ingredients

Directions for use: Wet nose. Remove cleaning sheet with dry hands. Remove film and place sheet on nose. Wait for 10-15 minutes to dry. Peel off slowly from side and then bottom to upper part of nose.

What I Like

Fuss free

Easy usage

Ample of instructions on packaging

Fits well onto nose

Removes black heads and gunks effectively. Look out for the blob of oil on the strip!

What I Don't Like

Strip tends to slide around if nose is too wet; will be okay after drying.

Moderate pain during removal.

Justification

Instead of following the instructions of removal method, I basically yank it out! The nose definitely felt sore but was smooth as a baby's bottom after rinsing. One additional score point will be that I noticed my pores seems to be smaller! Worth the pain and definitely worth the price of $1.95 per box!

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Hydrating Face Wash and Hydrating Lotion

I made my way to City Hall to collect the sample despite the constant drizzle and it was a worthy trip!

Why? Because the products were those retail-sized bottles!

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Reinvent your skin with just one drop

Skincare is not just a part of your daily life. It is a lifetime commitment that you have made for your skin. To fulfill this commitment of healthy and perfect skin, Hada Labo emphasizes simplicity in its skincare process, removing all unnecessart igredients such as colorant, fragrance, mineral oil and other additives that will burden your skin. It is also pH balanced and suitable even for sensitive skin. Hada Labo is specially formulated for Asian skin. Following the 'PERFECT X SIMPLE' philosophy, Hauses only the finest, purest and highly effective ingredients to provide you with the ultimate result of a beautiful skin. Now, you can enjoy a perfect and simple lifestyle confidently.

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Hydrating Face Wash

Hydrates as it cleanses. Helps restore and preserve skin's natural moisture, leaving it silky smooth. It is free of frangrance, mineral oil, alcohol and colorant. Skin pH balanced. Low irritation.

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Hydrating Lotion

Instantly hydrates skin and help preserve its optimum moisture balance. Replenshes and locks-in moisture for complete hydration. Skin feels significantly soft and supple. Helps improve dry and dehydrated skin, leaving it silky smooth.

REVIEW

Name: Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Face Wash

Amount / Quantity: 100g
Made in : Japan
Ingredients

Directions for use: Use twice a day. Squeeze sufficient amount onto palm.Lather with water and massage onto face, using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Scent : Mild egg-ish coconuty oil scent
Colour/ Texture: White soft cream



What I Like
Lathers nicely into a creamy foam.
Foam feels very rich and soft.
No tight feeling of skin after using.
Easy to rinse off.
Does not leave behind sticky feeling upon rinsing.

What I Don't Like
Skin don't really feels hydrated after using the face wash.

Justification
Product works well as a gentle cleanser that does not strip off the skin of the leftover moisture. However, it needs to be complement with the lotion before the hydrating effect can be felt.
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Queen Helene Mint Julep Natural Facial Scrub

I've seen a couple of reviews on its facial mask counterpart but not so much for this product here. I purchased it off drugstore.com for approximately $11.

As you know, I'm a fan of anything green and anything minty too actually. What attracted me was the fact that I can use it daily; which implies the scrub has tiny debris as compared to other facial scrub that I've used. "Unclog pores" and I'm totally sold!

I don't quite get the 'Rinse well with warm water part'. Is it really necessary?

There is a heck of alot of paraben(s) in this product. There was; not sure if it still is, a controversy that parabens have weak estrogenic activity that is a trigger factor of breast cancer. Yikes!

Scent : Eventhough the name states as Mint, it has more of a lemongrassy smell.

Colour/ Texture : Chocolate-greyish with fine grains

Directions: Moisten face and massage product gently into the skin avoiding the area near the eyes.

After product was moistened.

What I Like

The sturdy packaging doesn't seem to collapse or flatten at odd corners despite frequently squeezing the tube.

Thick and is not runny; reducing wastage when squirting out product.

Fine grains; doesn't feel like I was rubbing sandpaper on my skin.

What I Don't Like

I don't quite fancy the lemongrassy scent but the scent does cease upon rinsing.

I'm as blind as a bat in the shower and a fast forgetter too and the screw cap definitely doesn't help.

Justification

I'm sitting on the fence with this product. I can't bring myself to tolerate with a scent that I dislike despite how wonderful the product is. No doubt the product did justice in unclogging my pores and the tiny bumps on my cheeks has reduced. I suppose I don't mind trying out other products that functions as this one does.

The Body Shop Tea Tree Trial

Day Zero

I was selected as one of the 10 lucky fans to participate in The Body Shop Tea Tree user trial. I made my way to the main office to attend an introductory workshop and for collection of the Tea Tree Skin Care Essential Kit. It was a fast event and I didn't snap any pictures because I don't wish to be the only dimwit in the room doing so.

The envelope contains the questionaire and a print-out of the product(s) in the kit.

The product is created for oily/blemished skin; given that tea tree oil has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties.

Let's see how my skin condition will fare after 7 days!

Day One

I shall begin the trial by posting the history and current condition of my skin. Through out my teenage years, I was blessed with good skin. I had normal skin type and I don't even have pimples. The only regret I had was not applying sunscreen despite being under the for more than 5 hours during uniform group trainning. Fast forward a few years later, I noticed that my skin becomes oily at about just anytime and battling blemishes is a daily affair. One heal, another pops. Late puberty I suppose.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the areas that blemishes occurs on, are each caused by something different, be it stress, hormones or even digestion. A problem with any of these could cause a certain area of your face to break out.. For my case, blemishes on my cheeks are caused by stomach/digestion problems. I constantly suffer from constipation no matter how much of fibre is added to my diet and worst still I am lactose intolerant.

Once you know the possible causes of your blemishes and where they appear, it can be much easier to treat by adjusting your diet and using the right product.

Tea tree oil is a strong organic solvent that can penetrate the skin unlike many other products; thus help in clearing skin infections.

Although tea tree oil has no known side effects, some individuals may be sensitive to it. This calls for consideration of the strength of tea tree oil and should never be used undiluted on the body and particularly on sensitive areas.