Thursday, March 3, 2011

~Product Invitation Review - b•liv by Cellnique~

Hi guys...

I had a product review invitation from Selina. Selina is a very nice gal and she expressed her email in a polite way. I was engaged to be part of b•liv’s blogger community to review on their products.

According to my description of my skin conditions... i have large pores and black heads on my nose... not really very serious but it really bothers mi... other parts of my face are alrite jus my nose. I hate big pores. haha~ so in return, she sent mi 2 products that target mainly on large pores to try out.


1. Shrink and Tighten +
2. Shrink and Tighten
(Click on it to direct to their website)



She also provided mi with the guidelines on how to use the products.



✿Shrink and Tighten +✿



Main Functions :

1. Reduce Pores
2. Tightening
3. Brightening

This product contains L-ascorbic acid which is also known as vitamin C, Shrink and Tighten+ stimulates collagen production at night which helps tighten pores and regenerate nutrients for firmer and brighter skin complexion.

Product Overview

☆ Very comfortable warm sensation while applying this product for the 1st time.. i think its probably due the the concentration of L-ascorbic acid. With the mild tingling sensation it made mi feel like the product is actually working on my pores.

☆ Strong citrus smell but will disperse off very quickly

☆ Clear Yellow liquid

Application

☆ Apply 2-3 drops over entire face at nite after cleansing

✿Likes✿

1. The warm and comfortable sensation

2. The packaging is so cute n unique

3. My pores are slightly smaller after a using for about 2 -4 weeks ( i think it will be better after long term use)

4. Really made my skin firmer when i wake up the next morning.

5. No break outs yet

✿Dislikes✿

1. The product can be a little expensive (but worth is if u dun mind the price)

2. Slightly oily after application ( but absorbs over the nite)

Overall: ❤❤❤❤

✿Shrink and Tighten✿


Main Functions:

1. Reduce Pores
2. Barrier Repairing

This product is filled with collagen, antioxidants and skin cells repairing properties which helps to seal pores, prevent future problems and to calm down skin irritation.

Product Overview

☆ Refreshing citrus scent

☆ Sightly cloudy white fluid

☆ Smooth and non sticky

Application

1. Apply one pump (for my face) over the entire face after cleansing

✿Likes✿

1. The nice refreshing citrus smell

2. Non oily/sticky

3. Absorbs really quickly

4. Helps to keep my face matte throughout the day even with makeup on

5. Love the simple packaging that comes with a pump. (more hygienic)

6. No break outs yet

✿Dislikes✿

1. Product is a little too expensive

Overall: ❤❤❤❤❤

A pic of my before and after using these 2 products.
(Note: pics are taken at slightly different bad lightings and enlarged to c the pores)




Can c from the pic that my pores are slightly smaller... n i got serious blackhead problem.. and very dry skin... pic is also taken after cleansing.. haha~ sigh~

b•liv is being very kind as they are now offering free samples to of Shrink and Tighten 3ml to my 1st 50 readers on their facebook fanpage >>
b•liv Facebook

To get the free samples simply jus leave your email address by commenting on the post together with ur blog url.

This giveaway is valid only one week after my review post which is on 11th of March. Free samples are only for readers that have not receive any samples from b•liv.

Hope u guys like the review and will come out with more reviews n mini hauls.
(sorry for being a little lazy~)

Love,
Winwin

Thursday, February 24, 2011

~My Anna Sui Collections!~

Hey Gals..

Sorry for the lack of post once again... i am pretty lazy here... mood affects my inspiration of blog writing... haha~ anyway... i am here to share with u guys my favourite cosmetic brand... ANNA SUI! ❤❤❤ the rose design (i mean rose only..) and the nice rosy smell of their products.. and of cos.. the colour and the packaging... so.. if u guys wana get mi gifts.. buy anna sui... no doubt i will love it... haha~ (being thick skin for jus one sec but of cos i love to rec loves frm u guys!) haha~

I also purchased anna sui blush from Strawberrynet~ They provide free shopping worldwide for their cosmetics and Skincare products.. Awesome rite? and they have free gift for Ist order and subsequent discount for members.. So visit them n u will fall in ❤~

My Anna Sui Blush came in nice packaging... like a gift.. well .. i purchased a gift for myself... in nice bubble packed box... (no smashed products!!) i love it... so so much... haha... the colour was not wat i tot initially.. i tot is more to pinkish.. but actually its abit peachy tone.. but still i ❤ it.... and no fail.. it has the rosy smell tat i adore! And my 1st timer free gift is the Stila Lip Glaze Stick in Gingerbread. It smells abit like gingerbread too... haha... love the free gift thou its not the colour that i will always wear but i will wear it for the sake of strawberrynet.com!






The other anna sui items that i have....


Anna Sui Moisturising Fluid Foundation in P04 (bought it long ago)


❤Likes❤

1. Its very moisturing!!
2. Coverage not too bad
3. Rosy smell!

❤Dislike❤

1. Slighty sticky after application but applying loose powder will solve the problem.

Anna Sui Protective Powder Foundation in P04 (Pressed Foundation)


❤Likes❤

1. Very convenient to apply (pretty casing too)
2. Good Coverage (well.. enough for me)
3. Refillable
4. Nice Rosy smell

❤Disike❤

1. Nothing at all!!


Anna Sui Loose Compact Powder UV in 701

❤Likes❤

1. The rose casing is soo cute
2. SPF14 PA++
3. Nice rosy smell

❤Dislikes❤

1. Dun reallly like the design of the refill
2. Harder to get powder out
3. Will not repurchase this one but will try out the other anna sui loose powder compact instead



Anna Sui Liquid Eye Colour G in 750 (brown) & 250 (purple)


❤Likes❤

1. Super bling!
2. Easy to apply
3. Dries up fast
4. Nice rosy smell

❤Dislikes❤

1. Nothing at all!!

Anna Sui Lip Rouge D in 371




❤Likes❤

1. Contains much glitters
2. Colour turn out so nice on my lips
3. Nice glittering pinkish colour
4. Quite long lasting
5. Super nice rosy smell

❤Dislikes❤

1. Nothing at all.. i ❤ it!!

Anna Sui Ring Rouge (Dun rem the colour code)

❤Likes❤

1. Too cute
2. Nice ring + Rouge = convenient
3. Nice rosy smell

❤Dislikes❤

1. Nothing at all!!

Anna Sui Eyelash Curler.

❤Likes❤

1. Normal Eyelash Curler (but cannot resist cos its anna sui)
2. Love the design n the colour!

❤Disikes❤

1. It doesnt have rose smell (ok i am trying to be lame here!)

Anna Sui Face Colour in no.303

❤Likes❤

1. Too cute to bring out
2. Pinkish peachy colour
3. Easy to apply with the cute blush puff provided
4. Nice rosy smell

❤Disikes❤

1. Nothing at all!!

Haha.. thats all for my anna sui products.... and mini review!

Hope u guys enjoyed it..

Upcoming post: Reviews on my Facial Cleansers

Love,

Winwin







Tuesday, February 15, 2011

~Hada Labo Tea Party + Product Review~

Hello guys...

Another over due post~ but ya still wana thanks Hada Labo for organising this awesome tea party and gave us a better understanding of the products and of cos... freebies of products launching in around March 2011 exclusively in Watson (Singapore)!! So......Hada Labo Fans... (including me!) remember to check it out at Watsons!! Their upcoming products are as awesome!

The Hada Labo Tea party was organised at Takumi Tokyo Restaurant at Marina Keppel Bay. Super nice scenery and super windy there... 35 lucky fans were invited to the Hada Labo New Product Launch Party and i am one of them... never regretted to join cos i ❤❤❤ hada labo.. i have most of their products already before going to the party. i guess i almost collected the whole range. haha~

The new products that are lauching were nicely displayed on the table for us to sample and of cos the full range of their other products.

✿Hada Labo Products that are already available in Watsons.

✿ The Whitening Range: I am currently using the Arbutin Whitening Lotion as my toner and Arbutin Whitening Milk as my daily moisturiser.

❤ Likes ❤

1. It have no fragrance, no alcohol, no mineral oils no colourants. Jus pure ingredients that are beneficial to our skin.. (in fact all of their products are like that)

2. Contains Arbutin which is an extract from natural plant bearberry and contains natural whitening properties. Helps to fight dark spots and rebalance skin tone.

3. Contains also vitamin C for renewal of dull skin.

4. Texture is light and a little is enough for the whole face.

5. Suitable for sensitive skin

✖ Dislikes ✖

1. Can be a little sticky and harder to absorb when apply too much.. (apply appropriate amt can solve this problem)

Overall : ❤❤❤❤


✿ The Exfoliating Range: I have got the AHA/BHA Exfoliating face wash too...

❤ Likes ❤

1. Again its free from fragrance, mineral oils, alcohol and colourant.

2. Suitable for sensitive skin and low irritation while exfoliating.

3. Contains a combination of AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) and BHA (Salicyclic Acid) which provides clarity, brightness and promote healthy skin by preventing accumulation of dead skin cells.

4. Skin is immediately smoother after use.

✖ Dislikes ✖

1. None!!

Overall : ❤❤❤❤❤


✿ The Hydrating Range: I got the Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Essense

❤ Likes ❤

1. Free from fragrance, mineral oils, alcohol and colourant.

2. Suitable for sensitive skin

3. Contains advance skin hydrating ingredient - super hyaluronic Acid which is 2x the moisture retention capacity of Hyaluronic Acid.

4. Super hydrating

5. Skin appear smooth after applying.

✖ Dislikes ✖

1. Slightly sticky

Overall: ❤❤❤❤


The New product Launching in March 2010 (Our Doorgift.. pampered!!! ♡___♡)

✿ Hada Labo SHA Hydrating Cream

❤ Likes ❤

1. Suitable for super dry sensitive skin

2. Free from fragrances, mineral oil, alcohol and colourant

3. Low irritation

4. Skin feels really hydrated after applying. Can be used as a hydrating night cream to achieve soft and hydrated skin in the morning

5. Do not need to use alot. One tub can last for a very long time

✖ Dislikes ✖

None at the moment.

Price: $25.90 @ 50g

Overall: ❤❤❤❤❤

✿ Hada Labo SHA Hydrating Mist (already bot it in msia before it launch in sg)

❤ Likes ❤

1. Contains 3 excellent hydrating ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Super Hyaluronic Acid and Nano Hyaluronic Acid which can deeply penetrates into skin to restore the moisture of skin

2. Can use after makeup (i used it to set my makeup too)

3, Feel refreshed and hydrated after using it.

4. Free from fragrances, mineral oil, alcohol and colourant.

✖ Dislikes ✖

None at the moment.

Price: $17.90 @ 45ml.

Overall: ❤❤❤❤❤

✿ Hada Labo SHA Hydrating Lip Gel

❤ Likes ❤

1. Super hydrating

2. Protect lips from drying

3. Helps soften chapped lips

4. Free from fragrances, mineral oil, alcohol and colourant

✖ Dislikes ✖

1. Slightly too sticky ( hair sticks on my lips when the wind blows~ haha!)

Price: $10.90 @ 8g

Overall: ❤❤❤❤

✿Hada Labo SHA Hydrating Lotion + Refill Pack

❤ Likes ❤

1. Most popular product of the range ( 1 sold every 4 secs in Japan)

2. Refill pack is super convenient (dun have to purchase another bottle)

3. Contains 3 excellent hydrating ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Super Hyaluronic Acid and Nano Hyaluronic Acid which can deeply penetrates into skin to restore the moisture of skin

4. Feels immediately hydrated after padding it in.

✖ Dislikes ✖

None!! totally ♡ it!!

Price: $19.90 @ 150ml refill pack

Overall: ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Super long post i know! This proves that i really used the products well.. haha.. ok.. back to the event~

Yummy foods served to us too during the event.. pretty hungry at that time.. lunchie time!








And...... I won the Best Dress Award!! ($100 Dining Vouchor) i wore real simple white dress which i ❤❤ alot.






Lastly, I would like to thank Hada Labo again for organising this event and hope the reviews are useful to u guys!! ❤ Hada Labo!!

Oh and one thing.. i took part in the Bihada Beauty Queen ~Pose & Win FB Contest~ Vote for mi... All u have to do is just go in and Click Like. Participants with more likes get the prizes. Fun!

Vote for mi HERE!! Thanks!!

Love,

Winwin

~ Happy Chinese New Year ~

Hey Guys...

Sorry for lack of blogging... getting lazier after chinese new year... Wish u guys a very happy new year! Gong Xi Fa Cai and get more red packets!! Haha.. i didnt get as much since i didnt visit alot of places.. but its better than last year already.. This year i went to my bf's hometown... so travelled in msia... quite tedious due to the long car journey and with 4 adults squeezing at the back seat isnt really comfortable.. but i did enjoyed the short vacation... so much fun... :)

We started from Singapore → Kluang → Ipoh → Penang → Hap Chai (Thailand) → Ipoh → KL → Kluang!!!

Long Journey rite? but so fun to travel so many places in such a short time... like 4-5 days i think.

Didnt take much pics as we r always travelling and on the 1st day to Penang, I suffered from Gastric Flu and is super unbearable... no mood... but luckily my bf's papa got mi some medicine from drugstores.. Thank u bf's papa!!!

Chinese New Year Nail Art (Done by myself)
Outfit for 1st day of CNY feat baby Kaizhe

Both of us looking at the fallen red packet..❤❤

Isnt Jr Kai Zhe too cute to resist? My cutest newphew... :) Love him so much~~❤

Dog at Oppa's relative hse... she is sooo cute!

A Mini Haul before CNY at Sephora (Pressie from Oppa for our Monthsary)

✿Swatch for the nail polish No.M09 (the CNY nails that i did above)

✿ Urban Decay Primer Potion in SIN → Slightly Shimmery and really prevent creasing and make the eyeshadow colour stays longer and more vibrant. ❤ it too much!!

Jill Stuart Blush Blossom in o1 - Romantic Sweet Pea (Thanks oppa's sis for the gift frm tw)

✿ Dual Cheek colour in powder form

✿ Comes with a super cute blush brush and super cute packaging

✿ The bright pink colour on the right is quite pigmented... a little is enough... colour is super sweet..

I ❤ my 1st JS Blush to the max... the packaging is jus toooo princessy to resist!!

K Palette 24 hrs waterproof Liquid Eyeliner (Pressie from my Dear Christine)

✿ 24 hrs long lasting and Waterproof stated on the packaging (not as waterproof as it is but the liner can last pretty long unless u rub ur eyes and u may smudge it)

✿ Really fine tip.. but the flow of black liner "ink" is slow.

✿ Havent tried the free eyelashes but should be fine.

✿ Repurchase? No.. i will try other brands instead to compare with this one..

Dinner at Hanabi Japanese Restuarant (Review Click → HERE!!)

Hope u guys enjoyed the post... feel free to comment or ask me anything at winwin00

More posts coming along including reviews...

Take Care xoxo

Love,

Winwin

Monday, January 31, 2011

~Ask Me Anything On FormSpring~

hello guys... how did u guys spend ur weekend... for mine is pretty much shopping for CNY goodies.... went to Chinatown... n it was raining so heavily... but i have no choice... needa buy the goodies for my hse.. so... BF n i went shopping in the rain~ haha~ but its actually quite.. fun! Everyone out there was shouting to promote their stalls. haha... n i got free tasting everytime i pass by the stalls... they will jus give mi sweets, puddings even mushrooms to try... haha~

ok jus a short update... i got Formspring already... so ask mi anything!! haha~ follow mi on formspring guys~ >> http://www.formspring.me/winwin00

Here, i would also like to wish everyone who celebrates Chinese Lunar New Year a Happy CNY and may all the luck follow u guys~ Enjoy this traditional season to the max... cos... we gonna be working hard before the next public holiday comes...

More reviews will be coming up soon... eg... My ❤❤❤ Hada Labo products and some sponsored products. Sooo....Stay tuned... ok?

Love,
Winwin

Thursday, January 27, 2011

~My Secret Love Affair = Make U Pretty~

Hey Guys... Its finally friday~ ❤❤❤ Weekend!! haha~ time to sit back n relax abit.. do some browsing on net... blogging... and here i am introducing a make u pretty blog called MySecretLoveAffair by my lovely ex-housemate Debbie and her sister Jessica... Why did i categorised this blog as make u pretty blog? Becoz... they carry lotsa nice clothings and accessories. I am really impressed by their blog and also... i appreciate the humbleness and effort they put in... They actually have the clothes they are selling... on themselves and took pics.. which gives a better pic for people who wans to buy and for them to have a overlook of how will it look like when worn rather than jus pics. So! They did all the modelling themselves and pretty much turned out well... :)

Some pictures of the clothes that i am absolutely in ❤ with... taken from their blog...


Christina Tube Dress - Blue (Available in Denim Blue & BLack)


✿ Love this dress...looks so chic and adorable in blue and Elegant and Sophisticated in Black... Great for parties and dinners~


Yasmin Lace Dress - Black (Available in Black & White)

✿ Gosh! I am in ❤ with this lace dress... super nice design and esp the zip up design... add abit of uniqueness to the lace dress! ❤ it in White too!!! Super love lace dresses! Must buy √√√√√

Nicole Lace Singlet - Gray (Available in Gray & Purple)


✿ Laced back Singlet...which made plain singlets sexier... and i love love love the grey one! So easy to match.... with shorts/mini skirts or even jus leggings....

Some Accessories that they have! (Falling in ❤ with their blog!)


Angela Polka-Dot Hair Bow (Available in Grey/Pink/Red)

Lena Rose Earrings (Comes with matching ring)

Bella Bow Earrings

They even started a youtube channel for their updates and of cos show u the awesome pieces they have on their blog... Do follow their youtube channel too --> MySecretLoveAffair1

These 2 gals are super cute... on youtube... they had a video introducing their blog... so .. watch it... n i believe more to come! :) And oh... i forgot to mention... they are from Australia (u can choose to pick up the item urself at Gold Coast) and they do international shipping too... View here for their shipping and delivery~


Hope u guys like the blog that i have recommended.... they are really nice and frenly gals and feel free to ask them if u have any enquires on their items... and more items will be posted up soon on their blog.... :) oh... follow their blog too!! :)

Again --> MySecretLoveAffair.Com

Love,

Winwin

Monday, January 24, 2011

~Review: Make up Removers~

Hey guys... sorry abt my lack of posts... haha~ been lazy these feel days.. and i think i got eye infection.... having red rabbit eyes for days... not sure why... prob my lens? prob i am allergic to something... i am not sure yet... got to find out.... :(

Today i am going to review some of the makeup removers that i have tried out so far... still finding the best and most convenient one... haha.. i am lazy... Its real impt to remove ur makeup properly... this is the most basic step for a good skin... makeup residues are really harmful for ur skin... and most breakouts are caused by improper makeup removing... Ladies who love/have to make up~ PLEASE PLEASE remove makeup before u go to bed... for the sake of beautiful skin... :)

ღ Biore Makeup Remover for Eye & Lip ღ


Claims on Packaging:

✿ Biore micro cleansing formula removes eye & lip makeup quickly

✿ Thorough removal: Softens even heavily-layered waterproof mascara and thoroughly cleanses from root to tip and in-between lashes. Also removes eye makeup like gel, liquid eyeliner and glitter shadow

✿ Gentle on eyes & lashes: Reduces need for excessive, hard and repeated wiping around eyes.

- Dermatologically and Ophthalmologically tested
- Contains Hyaluronic Acid moisturising ingredients to keep skin around eyes moist
- Leaves no oily residues

Usage:

1. Shake well, pour product onto cotton pad
2. Close eyelid and leave cotton pad on eyelid for 5 secs. Gently cleanse mascara downwards for root of eyelashes to tip
3. Cleanse mascara again upwards from root to tip of eyelashes
4. Fold cotton pad, cleanse lower eyelid and undereye area gently
5. Use another cotton pad for to cleanse your lip colour

My tots:

① The colour of this product attracts me... its pink!! (ok i know no link to the use of this product)
② It really cleanse my waterproof mascara thoroughly but i needa cleanse it like many times to totally remove all the eye makeup
③ Not as gentle as claimed on the product since i have slight stinging feel after removing my eye makeup (maybe i rubbed too hard?)
④ Acceptable pleasant smell

Overall rating: ❤❤

ღ Biore Cleansing Oil Cotton Facial Sheets ღ


Claims on Packaging:


✿ Contains smooth cleansing oil to remove stubborn makeup gently and effectively. Minimises need for repeated wiping on eye lashes. eye area and face.

✿ Handy and Convenient

✿ Does not contain alcohol

✿ Contains 10 sheets

Usage:

1. Using clean hands, gently wipe off makeup with sheet until there is no trace of makeup on the sheet

2. To remove waterproof mascara, place sheet on closed eyes for 5 to 6 secs before wiping off.

My tots:

① Comes in handy while travelling.

② Removes waterproof makeup on eyes but need to clean a few times for thorough removal.

③ No irritation after wiping with cleansing sheets.

④ Suitable for sensitive skins as it does not contain alcohol.

⑤ I will still prefer using cleansing oil to remove waterproof eye makeup if situation allows.

Overall rating: ❤❤❤

ღ Dove Lathering Oil Makeup Remover ღ



Claims on Packaging:

✿ Lathering oil cleansing, where oil cleansing transforms into a fine lather and removes makeup with the same efficacy of an oil based makeup remover.

✿ Oil lather dissolved heavy mascara and removes make-up deep within pores.

✿ Can be used with wet hands and face.

Usage:

1. Press the pump (abt 3 pumps) and place lather on hand

2. Spread over makeup and rinse.

3. Recommended to use with dry hands and face for heavy makeup

4. Cleanse face with facial foam

My tots:

① Feels amazing when oil based product lathers in foam

② Removes waterproof makeup but stings when product get into your eyes (pretty painful)

③ Product contains alcohol and fragrance (not suitable for sensitive skins)

④ Need to cleanse again with facial foam

Overall rating: ❤❤

ღ Kanebo Freshel White C Cleansing Oil ღ


Claims on Packaging:

✿ This cleansing oil enriched with olive oil, removes stubborn water-proof makeup and old keratin.

✿ It contains citrus peel extract and Japanese basil extract as plant-derived moisturising ingredients, gentle yet refreshes the skin.

✿ Fragrance-free and no artificial colouring.

Usage:

1. Dispense appropriate amount (2 t0 3 pumps) onto dry palms, spread evenly on the entire face.

2. Massage gently with a few drops of water, allowing oil to emulsify and dissolve the makeup.

3. Rinse with lukewarm water

My tots:

① Cleanse waterproof makeup thorougly and gently.

② No irritations when product get into the eye.

③ Does not contain fragrance and artificial colouring (Love it!)

④ Can remove makeup while showering.

I prefer to cleanse with facial foam again to make sure that my face is really clean~ and i love this Kanebo Freshel Cleansing oil the most compared to the other makeup removers i have tried so far.

Overall rating: ❤❤❤❤

Super long post.. hand pain after so much of typing.. haha~ hope u guys like my review.. feel free to comment or ask any questions.

Love,
Winwin