I bought Barielle Advanced Formula Porcelain Skin Whitening Cream for around $25 from a local store. I bought it because I wanted to lighten the acne scars, and some pigmentations I used to suffer from in the past. It was pretty good, in fact, it may not be that …

I use pressed powders lightly daily and I don’t ever go out without any light powder on my face, I try to keep it as light and thin as possible as I don’t want a thick and cakey appearance that looks obvious and madeup, and this pressed powder is …

I recently tried out the Organix Ever Straight Brazilian Keratin Therapy 30 Day Smoothing Treatment. Keratin treatments are huge these days. I have been reading about them in pretty much every magazine these days, but I am a girl on a budget who does not have hundreds of dollars …

Being in the customer service industry is really taking it s toll on me. Not only do I have to deal with contentious clients, I also have to work late at night since our work shift was changed. This resulted in poor sleeping patterns, which in turn resulted to …

The Product
Sheer Raspberry shade is a purplish red color with a hint of brown too and no shimmers or chunky glitters.
The container is a sleek, slim, chrome-colored metallic cylindrical tube. The total weight of this lip product is 0.07 oz.
This has a sweet raspberry scent and a hint of …

This Hand Cream has been out for a good while now but has recently been repackaged. I think also that the size of the tube has also got a bit smaller as i’m sure this 1 used to be sold in a 125ml tube, but now I see this …

I used to use the Mysore sandal soap for my skin. But when my brother introduced the Mysore sandal baby soap, I started using this soap for my 3 years old son. Actually I use the Mysore sandal soap because it is simple kind of soap, which …

The first time I saw the ad for Max Factor’s new vivid impact mascara I wanted it badly. I love Max Factor products to begin with and was really excited by the idea of a mascara that has a dark base coat to lengthen lashes and then a colored …

I don’t know what will happen if I don’t use body lotian at all because my skin is so so dry. So, I alwys use body lotion to make my skin softer and not dry anymore.
In my country indonesia, the climate is tropical, so the sun is always shine …

I had recently discovered the varieties of Ponds facial lotion. Actually, I stop applying Ponds to my face because I am super allergic and I am more prone to acne and pimples, maybe because my skin is sensitive and easily react to Ponds product formulation.
But lately, I discovered that …

I have been using The Body Shop’s Camomile Eye Make-Up Remover for a few months now and I am completely in love with it. This is a miracle product and I am currently on my third bottle (and almost in need of a new one!). Before I purchased this …

I have mixed feelings about Degree Ultra Clear Deodorant. The original reason I bought this was because it says on the front “little black dress approved”. I have used deodorants in the past in the UK that make the same claim and have absolutely lived up to …

One of my favorite liquid hand soaps is Le Petit Marseillais. I also love their line of body soaps which are huge chunky pieces made of natural olive oil and other ingredients. Although it is expensive than the rest of the products in the same category, I like to …

I was in Los Angeles for a vacation during summer of last year. Los Angeles is relatively sunny compared to the east coast. I did not like this city except for Hollywood of course. Takeing in the gorgeous California sun left me feeling radiant but my skin did not …

I have a variety of hair products in my beauty collection. One of which that I use is the Young’s Hair Spray Net Extra Super Hold. My boyfriend bought this for me at around 50 pesos.
What it will do to my hair is to keep or hold it in …

The first mascara that I had ever used was the Fabulash Mascara from Revlon. I did like it a lot but moved on to other mascaras and discovered that the Hyper Curl Mascara from Maybelline Volumn Express worked the best for my lashes.
I had tried many …

I have been using Boots No7 loose powder for about a year now and i have been very happy with the results this gives.
This is quite a fine powder which is important as some powders that are not good quality and are grainy can settle into lines and make …

I was introduced to Loreal Paris Elseve Smooth-Intense Anti-Frizz Serum by my sister. Since she already works, she has money to buy a lot of products for her hair and beauty. I would often times ask for her permission to use and test this products for myself just to …

I recently purchased the MAC Prep & Prime Transparent Finishing Powder. I bought it because I have the worst oily skin and I hate the fact that a few hours after applying makeup, I always have a huge shiny patch of skin in the middle of my forehead and …

I have been using Clarins Gentle Foaming Cleanser with Cottonseed for Normal/Combination Skin for about a week now and the product has worked well for me especially since I don’t anymore wear a lot of makeup these days. However, on the rare occasions that I do wear heavy makeup, …

My skin feels so soft and supple hours after I wash my body with this new product from Dove. At least in the Philippines it’s new, but I’ve heard from my aunt that it has been around for ages in the States. The rough skins on my elbows and …

It is with a heavy heart that I have to write this review. I have always counted myself a true fan of St. Ives scrubs, having used them since practically junior high as it was one of the only products that controlled my hormone-ravaged features.
However, recently I tried the …

When I was short on cash and needed a refill on my eyeliner someone suggested trying the elf line of eye makeup as they super cheap and decent quality. I’ve used a lot of eyeliners ranging from the most expensive of brands to the cheapest and while this …

Months before my fortieth birthday, I found myself overcome by worries about skin aging. With these concerns in mind, I stood in front of my bathroom mirror one night and scrutinized my reflection. What I saw horrified me and confirmed my fears. My once flawless complexion was now marred …

I like to change shampoos every now and then and I always buy the one that’s on discount at the moment, well except those that I don’t like, like Fructis and several more. Elseve shampoos were also on my black list for a long time because they were making …

There are a lot of cremes in the market that we can see. Some cremes are to cure the pimple and some say that they make every one fair after using that creme. But for the first time I found a creme, which is for freshness. …

I am always on the look out for cosmetic products that do not contain harmful chemicals. This is why I bought OK Tea Tree Organic Deoderant. It is aluminium free and all it’s ingredients are from natural plant sources, including organic aloe vera and chamomille. It is sold conviently …

Since then, I know rexona product as anti-perspirant deodorant and so far its the best and the most affordable deodorant in the market based on my opinion. I’ve had tried other deodorants but I keep on coming back to rexona maybe its suit to my needs afterall. Whenever I …

For the longest time I only purchased makeup at MAC. Everyone knows MAC is very pretty, but can be so expensive. One day I decided to expand my options in the makeup world… So I walked into Sephora.
I have always, my entire life, hated my freckles. No idea …

This is my first makeup palette I have ever purchased, which I think makes me unbiased to other high end makeup brands! I have always been interested in makeup but I just recently really wanted to start building my collection. I didn’t want to spend a small fortune, especially …

MAC Pigments are by far one of the best comsmetic products I have ever used. With over 35 colors to choose from you can find that perfect shade for every occassion.
MAC Pigments go on smoothly and evenly. You can use any type of eyeshadow brush, foam applicator, or …

I trid this product when my sister bought it when it first came out. All I can say is, I LOVE IT!!! When I moved away, to a small, small town, I couldn’t find it anywhere. Finally, last month I came across it and bought it …

I just love the Nivea Visage Cleansing Milk Makeup Remover. Before I got the chance to use this product, I always clean and rid my face of makeup with water and soap, followed by cleaning my face again with an astringent when my face is already dry. The problem …

The smell to this conditioner was almost a complete turn off. There’s a better chance of me buying a conditioner if it smells good but this conditioner The Detangler by Paul Mitchell is not a good smelling conditioner. It’s not that it smells horrible or bad or anything, it’s …

When I first saw the commercial for this L’Oreal telescopic Explosion Mascara I really wanted to get it. I loved how Penelope Cruz looks in this commercial, she looks amazing, especially her eyelashes, I thought she looked amazingly gorgeous. She looks gorgeous all the time though, especially in the …

It was rainy day when I experienced lip chopping. In my country, we do not have winter season but during Rainy days it brought us in pain with floods all over. Anyway, my problem during cold weather is my lips. When it breaks, it bleeds. It is hard to …

Because I have been cursed with dry skin, I am always trying to find a product that will nourish my skin. My skin is driest on my face and head, which is the most seen part of the body. This is why it is so important for me to …

My youngest girl has a very long hair, I hadn’t cut it since birth and she’s five years old already. It’s not easy to take care of her long hair because if it is not properly moisturized, it tangles.
I have used …

Channeling that glitzy disco vibe is rare mood that hits me every once in a while. I felt so stuck with my typical corporate clean-look. Donning all that glitter is a totally different niche which I’ve exploited for quite some time, but I’ve never heard of a …

The first time I encountered this product is in a hotel in Thailand. I just finished swimming and took a shower. In the shower area, there were some grooming products that could be used for free. I noticed this Nivea deodorant and decided to give it a try. I …

This shower gel is perfect for those days in which you want that fruity burst! The scent captures the epitome of passion fruit; it is fruity and also mildly sweet however it does not over power your senses.
My favourite part of this shower gel is that it fills …

I was able to fiddle with this beautiful Chanel nail polish for a newspaper write-up. I have kept my nails free of lacquered vanities for many days now. I’m too busy to be minding my nails. If there’s one irresistible thing that could possibly send back …

I have been an avid user of Basis Cleaner Clean Face Wash for some time now. Even when I’m so inclined to try a new face wash here and there I always find my way back to Basis. I have a problem with very oily skin. …

This stuff sort of works. I bought it on sale, and have been using it for awhile. It only seems to last for 2/3 of a day in light activity such as going to work. If you are walking around a lot, or it is very warm, it …

When I first saw this Mineral Wear Talc Free Mineral Correcting Powder by Physicians Formula, I thought this powder was both weird and cool looking at the same time. I thought it was cool looking because it had a lot of colors mixed in and it was really pretty …

I bought my Lip Vitamins Lip Balm at a local dollar store for around a dollar. The Lip Vitamins Lip Balm comes in Vanilla Bean scent, and has a smooth, non-greasy feel to its application. I think the vanilla smell in this lip balm is …

I used to find any difficulties finding the right lipstick for my lips. I’ve tried several brands of lipstick in a wide range of price, from the cheapest one to the most expensive from a well-known brand. But again, my lips is kind of difficult to take care of. …

I have been using this Victoria’s Secret Refreshing Body Mist (Delicate Petals) for over two months now, and I always pair with the VS Sweet Day Dream lotion. I love it’s fragrance, and it stays for a long time. Also, it is not very harsh on my nose. Some …

Sometimes I experience falling hair whenever I take a bath. I was worried and began to examine what was wrong. According to my dermatologist it might be stress or I thought it is my hair gel. Some hair gel contains too much alcohol that it damages your hair leaving …

I bought this marvelous white eye liner pencil at Watsons Department Store because I needed to apply creative makeup for our Christmas Party. At that time my budget was only 200 pesos because I don’t need to buy expensive ones if I will just use this once. So …