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Last month, Apper from The Face Apps (an online store with beauty products imported directly from Korea), passed me some products from LG Household and Health Care to review.

LG Household and Health Care is a big Korean company, which carries many well-known skincare brands such as The History of Whoo, O hui, Isaknox, LacVert, Vonin and Sooryehan.

I'll be reviewing products from Beyond and Sooryehan in this post, starting with Sooryehan Fermented Overnight Pack.

Sooryehan Fermented Overnight Pack

$78.90 / 80ml

Optimized Goohyodan created by fermentin 4 main Oriental herbal medicinal ingredients (ginseng, foxglove, pleuropterus multiflorus, polygonatum falcatum) provides effective defense against aging.

The highly enriched overnight pack has a glutinous and elastic texture without stickiness or causing discomfort. Leaves skin clear, moist, and firm to enable you to wake up to skin you dream about after a good night's sleep.

How to Use?

As the last step in evening basic skin care, dispense an adequate amount and gently dab while evenly applying over the entire face. Avoid areas around the eye and mouth. Massage the face gently for one minute for better absorption.

 

I like that it comes with a pump dispenser - very hygienic.

Apper told me to refrigerate it prior usage, which I did.

My thoughts:

After my usual night skincare routine, I dispense one pump of product for the whole face. The product itself is milky orange in color. Its consistency is slightly tacky. Do note that it has a pretty strong creamy ginseng scent. It smells good to me coz I like the smell of ginseng. Anyway, not to worry if you ain't a fan of ginseng. The scent disappears once the product gets absorbed into the skin, after a minute of massaging.

So far, I've been using this overnight pack for about 3 weeks (2-3 times per week). I wake up to a fresh-looking complexion, every single use without fail. It helps rejuvenate my dull, lackluster skin... tighten my pores too! I'm definitely impressed when I find that my makeup adheres to my skin better now.

And, I can feel that my skin is firmer and toned right now. Well, it might be attributed to my diligent anti-ageing skincare routine. Nevertheless, Sooryehan Fermented Overnight Pack plays a part too!

 

Let's move on to masks from Beyond...

Beyond Damage Therapy

1pc - $9.90
3pc - $26.70

This is a highly concentrated hair treatment and hair cap that contains extracts from acai berries. The dual-phase intensive care hair mask repairs hair damaged by external stimuli and frequent hair styling. It delivers all natural nutrients to each strand of dull, lifeless hair to make it silky, shiny and vibrant!

How to use?

After shampooing, apply the treatment evenly to towel-dried hair and put on the essence-containing hair cap. Leave on for 15-20 mins, remove the cap and rinse well.

 

My thoughts:

The texture of the hair treatment is thick and creamy, which doesn't feel greasy at all. Scent-wise, it smells like coconut. I apply it onto towel-dried hair and put on the hair cap. I leave it on for 20 mins. The hair cap is essential as it will help the hair treatment get absorbed into the hair. Moreover, it contains organic acai berry extract which instantly nourishes and strengthens the hair.

During the 20mins, my hair feels "stuffy" within the hair mask (in a good way). It feels as though I'm having a hair steam.

After 20mins, I remove the cap and rinse my hair. I can really feel that this one-time treatment has deeply conditioned my hair, leaving it feeling so moisturized. After blow-drying my hair, my hair feels super soft and smooth to touch. The soft and smooth effect lasts for days!

 

Beyond Bye-bye Panda Eyes

1pc - $5.90
3pc- $15.90

Designed exclusively for the eye area, this certified whitening patch delivers highly enriched natural whitening ingredients to sagging skin around the eyes and it's dark shadow reaching to the chin, instantly boosting suppleness and radiance.

How to use?

Open the package and remove the patch. Peel off the transparent film from the patch to apply the smooth side to the skin. Remove after 20-40 minutes.

My thoughts:

The thin eye mask patch material feels like agar-agar, moist and soothing on the skin. I left it on for 40 mins. I feel that it hydrates well. And, it actually smooths out fine lines on the under eye area. However, I didn't notice any brightening effect.

I guess with continuous use, the results will be much more apparent?

 

Beyond Bye-bye Smile Lines

1pc - $5.90
3pc- $15.90

Delicated anti-wrinkle patch cares for wrinkles around the mouth (smile lines) by fundamentally caring for factors causing smile lines and preventing progression to deep wrinkles. Natural essence ingredient revitalizes the skin and boosts elasticity to erase aging-related signs.

How to use?

Open the package and remove the patch. Peel off the transparent film from the patch to apply the smooth side to the skin. Apply the patch carefully around your smile lines and remove after 20-40 minutes.

My thoughts:

The mask patch material is the same as that of Bye-bye Panda Eyes. I left it on for 40 mins as well. It helps smooth out some of the fine lines and my smile line is slightly less prominent.

With just one-time usage, I can't possibly see the line disappearing. Not bad for 1st trial? :D

 

PROMOTION:

• Special Price for Sooryehan Fermented Overnight Pack - $78.90 $68.90
• FREE Klairs facial mist with $80 purchase
• FREE 2 masks + registered post with $50 purchase
• 1st 50 customers with ANY purchase will get a set of Klairs samples FREE

 

 

Giveaway Time!

One winner will receive a set of Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Serum and Cream (worth $78.80).

1. You must be my blog follower via OnSugar or Facebook.

2. LIKE The Face Apps FB Page and SHARE this giveaway via FB/blog post.

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Only for those residing in Singapore. This giveaway ends 26th April 2012 2359H.

***All product info and unmarked images are extracted from press release.***

Tsubaki Head Spa is the new approach for shining hair based on scalp.

Natural essential oils are carefully selected and blended into each product in the Head Spa line, leading to healthy hair that is moisturized and flexible. It uses active ingredient "High Purity Tsubaki Oil EX" to cultivate beautiful shiny hair from the scalp.

Its aroma is an invigorating combination of natural essential opils, including marigold, rose and cinnamon that calms the mind and body. Additionally, gold is used for the color of the container, which evokes thoughts of the sun - a symbol of life, and the nourishment of essential oils - presenting the effects of Head Spa on beauty.

Tsubaki Head Spa Shampoo

550ml / $19.90

Cultivates beautiful, shiny hair through scalp cleaning, moisturizing. Deeply cleans all impurities while gently caring for the scalp and hair. Its rich, creamy foam spreads throughout the hair and scalp. The shine sensor mechanism creates shiny hair that is flexible and together all the way to its tips.

Washes away with a faint cool feeling and defends against dandruff.

 

Tsubaki Head Spa Conditioner

550ml / $19.90

Cultivates beautiful, shiny hair through scalp cleaning, moisturizing. Thick, smooth liquid pervades the scalp and hair, making the scalp soft and hair flexible.The shine sensor mechanism creates shiny hair that is flexible and together all the way to its tips.

 

Tsubaki Head Spa Extra Cleansing

280ml / $15.90

Deeply cleanses dirt and styling residue that has accumulated on scalp, using oil cleansing ingredients. It refreshes the oily scalp. Cultivates beautiful, shiny hair through the effects of Head Spa's scalp cleaning, moisturizing, and flexibility ingredients. Gentle cooling effect that tightens the scalp.

For best result, use once a week coupled with Tsubaki Hair mask.

 

Tsubaki Head Spa Mask

180g / $22.90

Leads to ‘reborn’ beautiful, shiny hair by encouraging blood flow through massage. Thick, smooth liquid pervades the scalp and hair, making the scalp soft and smooth hair. It changes from warm to cool after use.

 

Available at all Watsons Singapore stores.

***All product info and unmarked images are extracted from press release and Tsubaki Singapore.***

***Actual product photos are taken at the event itself. I was provided with only the shampoo and conditioner for consideration.***

Last month, I attended Keratinology Bloggers Event (held at Novus Restaurant & Bar).

Novus is a modern European fine dining restaurant, nestled within the newly refurbished portals of the historical National Museum.

 

Maintaining professionally styled hair is never easy (at least for me). The new Keratinology by Sunsilk (launched in Sep 2011), is an innovative treatment that prolongs the beauty of salon-treated hair. It is also the 1st hair care product to use Pico Technology™. This ground-breaking formula contains nutrients which are 1000 times smaller than nano particles. This enables them to penetrate deeper into the hair's cortex to reconstruct and repair, intensely nourish your hair from deep within.

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The Keratinology by Sunsilk range caters for all hair types, be it colored or permed. The range also works on hair which has naturally become damaged over time, as it becomes exposed to heat styling and environmental changes eg. pollution, sun exposure. Keratinology keeps your hair’s cycle of beauty alive by reinforcing its natural strength and shine.

ADVANCED RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM

[Deeply penetrates to intensively reconstruct your hair]

We were given a goodie bag, containing all these (as shown above). Loves the scent! Will share my thoughts on a separate post (:

 

KOREAN BOUNCE THERAPY

[Intensive nourishment to prolong the beauty of salon curls]

 

SUN KISSED COLOUR THERAPY

[Intensive nourishment to prolong the beauty of coloured hair]

 

We were introduced to Keratinogram app (a visual diary of the cycle that your hair goes through, following a salon treatment, week by week, day by day).

This app provides a unique personalized program of product recommendations and information to keep your salon-treated hair looking beautiful for longer. Oh, you will get weekly push notification updates on your phone!

• Learn more about Keratinology.
• Create your personal Keratinogram.
• Learn which Keratinology products to use, when and how to use 'em.
• Watch educational videos explaining what happened to your hair during salon treatment, and demonstration videos.

 

Week 1 to 6: Protection → Smoothening → Nourishment → Strengthening → Reconstruction → Preparation

 

Lunch was provided (yay!~)

An interesting fine dining experience! See the menu :o

My choice of mocktail: Sun Kissed (sounds familiar? Yes, it's named after the Color Therapy range.)

A concoction of pineapple, orange and grenadine.

Assorted bread & butter.

Buffalo mozzarella & compressed watermelon.

Carrot & ginger cream soup with grilled tiger prawns. My favorite of all.

Red snapper with lemon risotto.

Lemon tarte with pistachio ice cream.

 

Nicely-taken photos I took from Keratinology Singapore FB Page...

CLICK HERE to view more photos of the Keratinology Bloggers Event.

To participate:

• Submit a photo of yourself and your purchased Keratinology product.
• Get your friends to vote for your picture.
• Retain your receipt for proof of purchase.
• Submission period ends 29 Feb 2012, 2359 hrs.
• Voting period ends 31 March 2012, 2359 hrs.

 

For more info & updates, Like Keratinology Singapore FB Page.

Keratinology is exclusively available at Watsons.

Sunsilk, I'm pretty sure most of y'all are familiar with this haircare brand yea. I, myself have been using this for years. Hmm.. But I do switch brands now and then though :x

On the 4th of June, I went to Sunsilk's 1st Bloggers' Event (I supposed) @ Ben & Jerry's (Vivocity). As usual, many familiar faces were seen there.

The main focus of this event - Silky Smooth & Manageable range (co-created by Yuko Yamashita).

Yuko Yamashita. Can you believe she's already 54 this year? I wanna look so young at this age too! >.<

"It is important to treat each strand of hair individually, not a whole head at once. There are 100,000 hairs on one person's head and they don't all behave at once."\

SO TRUE!

Thomas Taw, the co-creator of the Damage Reconstruction range.

"Everyone wants hair thats healthy; that moves and bounces whether you're a world-famous actress, catwalk model or an every day girl."

HEALTHY HAIR IS THAT ACHIEVABLE.

Teddy Charles. Pretty cute eh. I would love to have my hair cut by him! :p *in my dreams*

"Every girl looks better with great volume. Finally I have the opportunity, by co-creating with Sunsilk, to co-develop products that give girls across the world access to the secret of beautifully volumised hair, day in, day out."

VOLUME IS THE WAY TO GO.

The latest Sunsilk Weather Defence - 24-hour Frizz Control and Dryness Protection! Co-created by Teddy Charles!

Quenching our thirst.

Sharing with us various haircare tips.

Only shampoo the scalp and not the hair ends. Apply conditioner on the hair ends instead (at the same time). The shampoo will help cleanse the "cleaner" hair ends when you wash off the shampoo. Apply conditioner AGAIN. Yes, that's the correct way of washing hair. Then apply leave-on conditioner on wet hair, by rubbing the cream between your hands and fingers (for even distribution). Use a towel to gently press your hair instead of rubbing 'em aggressively.

Credits to: TSS Blog

 

The fun begins when we get to create our very own sundaes!

New B&J flavor. Very peanut buttery.

One of the flavors I chose - Mint Chocolate Chunk.

Ooo.. The chocolatey chunks :d~

Thanks Gin for the photo-taking. Chantana was already happily seated down :x

The ♥ thingy look sooo sweet right?! They taste sweet as well. Too hard to bite though. Mainly for deco purpose :D

Aiyooo.. Melting.. :s

Yeah Chantana & me!

Me and Elfaine (the co-founder of TSS). We graduated from the same poly - TP (she's younger though) :D

Vivian & me!

A wonderful Saturday morning spent (: Thanks Sunsilk Sg and TSS for the invitation!

 

Credits to Sunsilk FB Fanpage for the unmarked photos. Learn more haircare tips by joining their FB Fanpage AND redeem a set of FREE Sunsilk Co-creation Silky Smooth & Manageable Shampoo & Conditioner!

From Plain Jane to KissJane!

From a wardrobe of blacks to kaleidoscope of colors.

Multi-brand concept; where you will find exclusive design pieces for fun, play, work AND even plus sizes.

23 Brands - 1,000 Collection - 18,000 Designs

Celestina Tiew, KissJane's cover model. I'm her regular blog reader :D

Its online shopping. without the online.

I like.

Some fun facts you ought to know.

Here's the list of local brand names housed under KissJane. Popular ones such as Traceinny, RunawayDiva, Dressabelle, etc. One is spoilt for choices, seriously! But I ain't complaining (;

KissJane has 2 outlets: Bugis Junction and CityLink Mall.

And, I'm happy to announce......

Thanks KissJane for the lovely invitation! ♥

The event was held @ MOF Lenas (Bugis Junction). I went there after celebrating my bro's birthday.

Benefit! Ahh.. I want all.. :x

Makeup porn! :o

Celebrity Stylist Trey Wong, was there to share with us the current fashion trends.

He was super friendly and entertaining! And, he kept "complaining" that we ain't responsive enough. Oops hahas! xD

He loves bright colors and doesn't like to wear black. Wearing bright colors instantly livens up one's mood. I so agree with that.

Here's the rack of clothes he picked from KissJane. It's mostly about bright colors.

One of the key trends is Color Blocking. It's about wearing multiple bright colors at a time, which most Singaporeans tend to shy away from.

Don't worry. You won't look like a clown wearing more than 1 bright color at a time. In fact, you'll stand out from the black-and-white crowd!

Dare to be different!

Through this fashion talk, I learnt quite a fair bit from Trey. Now, I feel more at ease with colors like yellow and orange. I never like these colors in the last 26 years of my life! SERIOUS-LY.

The bloggers, who volunteered to be models-of-the-day. Showcasing the outfits they chose from the rack of clothes.

*Nom Nom* time. Not really that excited, coz I had buffet earlier on :s

I had a piece of garlic bread, which tasted so-so.

This drink was awesome! Super refreshing, I like! I don't know what izzit called though..

The food items tasted so-so overall. Or maybe I was too full to fully experience the taste?

The OnSugarettes checking out the rack of clothes. We ain't into makeup only.

It's about beauty as a whole.

This top is so pretty! But I couldn't find it at the boutique =.=

Obsessed with makeup?.. We had fun swatching the Benefit cosmetics! Here goes..

girl meets pearl

Soft golden-pink sheen, for a glowy complexion!

benetint

Sexy flush, anyone?

Benefit mini makeover.

See their radiant complexion? All thanks to Benefit!

Dessert time. More food >.<

Hmm.. I didn't like the chocolate fondue.. The dark chocolate tasted weird..

Photo-taking time with Trey!

*smile*

*twist*

More fun-lovin' instant photos! Camwhorin' is our forte.

Here's the lovely goodies we received.

• Liese hair products
• Essential Nuance Airy shampoo/conditioner
• Benefit deluxe samples

 

Brow Arch service worth $22.

MOF card and vouchers.

And, not forgetting this gorgeous mustard yellow dress (last piece)! I paid only $13ish after utilizing the $20 voucher given.

Super happy can ♥

I haven't been keeping track of my hauls. Here I am, with part of my recent hauls :D

Got these Paul & Joe products at the Takashimaya atrium sale, weeks back.

Limited Edition Sahara Collection Finishing Powder. I got this @ $25.

My gf (Serene) also bought their Pressed Powder N, and I helped her to buy 2 more refills coz she love how it makes her face look so radiant! That I must agree with her, coz I saw how glowy her face was!

See how sparkly/shimmery it is? She was scared that the powder is too shimmery for her initially. Can understand why hahas :D

Powder+casing $30, refill $20.

I got this eye color ($15) coz I kinda like the color swatched. A pretty unique color (to me).

I would describe the color as greenish grey.

I seriously have so many shampoos/conditioners at home.. And so, I thought I would give these TRESemmé shampoo/conditioner a miss. But.. Obviously not.. >.< After reading tweets and blog entries, I caved in and bought 'em at the neighbourhood Guardian Pharmacy (the same day I bought the MBD "Blooming of Beauty" Masks). I chose Moisture Rich since there were not many choices left. Not a bad choice I would say. In fact, a pretty good one :p

$14.90 BOGO for such big bottles! Super worth it! BUT as of now, the promotion is over according to Serene. She actually wanted to buy during her office hours but she was told, the promotion was over.

It's a MUST to use shampoo/conditioner coz without using the conditioner, my hair feels really dry to touch after shampoo-ing. I do feel that my hair has become much softer and smoother after using for weeks. I like the scent, but it doesn't really lingers on though. Now that my hair color has become so bright, it's important that I take proper care of my hair. Damaged bright colored hair ain't exactly a pretty sight eh.

I bought Etude House Petite Darling Nails HD Beam BL504 on impulse @ $5.90. Not really cheap I know :s

And, I got this as a freebie! Cute right? Ooo.. It's a mirror :D

I like how pretty it looks when swatched on my nails in the shop.. BUT..

The application part isn't smooth at all. The formula is too thick & gooey :/ This blue is pretty though..

And, guess what? I got these Pantene Clinicare products @ Watsons! Yes, locally! Like finally! I don't think it's cheap.. $14.90 each, Frizz Defense Hair Serum and Hair Time Renewal One Wash Treatment. Haven't try 'em as yet.

BD Alcohol Swabs, $6.95 I think $5.95. Any idea where to get cheaper ones? :D

Vaseline Healthy White SPF24 PA++ Triple Lightening UVA & UVB Protection Lotion $10ish. I bought this totally for the TRIPLE LIGHTENING claim! So wanna lighten my body skin tone coz my face looks much fairer.. I like the mild scent and that it's not oily. It is easily absorbed into skin and I literally use the lotion for my entire body (yes every bit :x). My skin feels so moisturized after use *happy mode* :D Hopefully it'll really lighten my body skin tone.. *pray hard*

Did you manage to get these Tangs Beauty Hall $5 vouchers via the Be Green & Get Rewarded program? I haven't utilize 'em as yet. Know not what to buy coz these can't be used for certain brands like MAC(!!) *sad*

Anyway, the vouchers are good to use til 30 June 2011.

Something random. My current cardholder, gotten from a Japanese magazine. There's a matching lil' tote bag as well.

Polaroid photo of my girlfriend.. It's me la.. My long hair days.. heh..

Last but not least, a really cute and inexpensive owl necklace I got from a shop @ Orchard Cineleisure. Chantana also got herself a really unique-looking owl necklace. It was on the fun-filled day I blogged about sometime ago.

That's all for now. Thanks for reading (:

It's been a whole week since my last post. Now, on to Part 2 of my Undeclared Hauls & Gifts 2010.

This was a Dior sale haul, which coincided with Shiseido sale haul (not posted as yet). A day of massive hauling, indeed. I almost grabbed ALL the Dior quints =.= Well, almost. It was really hard to choose which to get !! And the price was IRRESISTIBLE !!

140 Twilight.

A better representation of the colors.

059 Pearl Glow (Limited Edition).

009 Sky Glow.

Got myself 2 lippies as well. Rouge Dior Replenishing Lip Color 858 Red Scene and 434 Interview Pink.

Last but not least, Dior Duo Magique (Duo-Phase Eye Makeup Remover).

 

I knew I had to get my hands on this after reading Lotus Palace blog.

Something from Kanebo ?

What could it be for $118 ?!

 

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Lunasol Party Coffret 2010U (Limited Edition) !! Check out Lotus Palace review, swatches & EOTD :D

The coffret set consists of:

• Aurorized Eyes EX01 Sheer Gold Beige Brown
• Coloring Cheeks EX01 Sheer Gold Beige Pink
• Full Glamour Gloss N EX18 Sheer Gold Beige Pink
• High Stylized Mascara 01 Clear Black
• Pale Gold Makeup Pouch

Base and foundation samples (:

Urban Decay Lip Junkie Lip Gloss. Perversion: sheer black sparkle. Pretty unique color, I like !

Yes, I caved in and got myself this freaking expensive AMAZING concealer (fair).

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter smells freaking awesome I tell ya !

 

Kinokuniya time.

Disappointed buy. agnès b. canvas tote bag. It actually comes with a red heart keychain which I forgot to take photo of.

Awesome buy. Super kawaii HbG bag. Many may find it kiddy. I don't care what others think, as long as I like it (:

Even the lil' HbG keychain is irresistibly kawaii max !! Agree ? :p

I got myself another Fred Perry tote bag ! Their tote bags are always well-made IMO.

Another disappointing buy. I don't like this YSL bag. Not really well-made IMO. Photos are deceiving !!

Taiwan Beauty magazine Oct'10 issue featuring Elva Hsiao.

Women's Weekly Nov'10 with free Nivea Sparkling White Whitening Day Care.

Bazaar Oct'10 with free $20 Häagen-Dazs voucher and a gold ice-cream spoon (not in photo).

Elle Nov'10 with free agnès b. makeup pouch.

Bought this from Vion, which I forgot all about it =.= HK New Monday magazine with free Adidas 2-way tote bag (purple).

Paul & Joe floral pouch set which was free with Japanese magazine purchase. Well-made, which makes a good buy !

 

Random hauls.

Bought 'em at Guardian. Now, these are the old packaging BRTC BB Creams.

I bought BRTC Protect Multiplex Balm SPF20 PA++ & Jasmine Water BB Cream SPF30.

Bought these Elianto pearl shine eyeshadows during a sale.

(TWO TO TANGO, ELECTRA-FIED, ULTRA VIOLET, CHARISMA, PARAKEET)

(PROTEGE, BONDAGE, 1492, COUGAR)

After MONTHS & MONTHS of WAITING & WAITING, I finally get my SMH eyeshadows. BUT NOT ALL. FRESH, according to her was OOS. I do understand that SMH customer service is really THAT bad. But then again, many had problems with the person who conducted the spree. Some of the common problems were: not able to get back refunds despite numerous reminders, unable to contact (be it thru' sms-es, emails, calls, PM-s !!). I can't help but wonder if I'll get any refund for my OOS e/s or will the e/s arrive safely in prolly months' time ?? Well, I'm THAT accommodating that I traveled all the way to the west to collect the e/s instead of opting for mail. It was my 1st time joining OnSugar spree and it wasn't a good one. I believe there're others who have worse experience(s) as compared to mine. Oh well ..

Bourjois Khol & Contour eye pencils (gray, ultra black, blue).

Fasio Chandelier Shine Eyes SV-5. Lotus Palace awesome review, swatches and EOTD !

Now, you know beauty blog reading is sooo dangerous ! BUT it's sooo gratifying and addictive much !

MJ Brow Customize Super Slim BR782 refills.

Nature Republic Age Slick Dual Secret Lip Color & Gloss 05 Coral Peach, 04 Coral Pink. Click here for swatch of 04 Coral Pink.

Nature Republic Ice Jelly Primer SPF28++ Melon - Hydrating. I love the melon-y smell very much and it has a unique pudding texture.

I had to buy this coz I forgot to bring my powder out on that fateful day =.= Well, no regrets coz I simply love this new ZA Skin Beauty Two-Way Foundation SPF20 PA++ refill ! Shade 21 though it's tad fair for me but it looks more natural after oxidization. The powder is really fine and it helps to keep my makeup looking fresh and shine-free for hours.

Nivea Angel Star Body Soft Soufflé.

Really looks like yoghurt eh :3 And, I'm very in love with the raspberry scent !! Smells heavenly ..

Got Poshe' Fast Drying Basecoat &Super-Fast Drying Topcoat& as well as Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat from Nail Vibe SG. Hazel's recommendation (:

Got these after seeing Chantana's gorgeous nails ! Shared with my lil' sis :D

Pedicure Sparkle #7 Sparkle Sun Yellow, #9 Sparkle Red, #1 Sparkling Gold, #6 Sparkle Violet, #8 Sparkle Cool Mint, #4 Sparkling Blue, #5 Sparkling Indigo (not in photo).

Kracie Naive Cleansing Oil.

Kosé Astalution Eye Zone Mask.

Ginvera SPA Body Milk - Lavender. Smell it and fall in love with the soothing scent ..

Interesting Charcoal Spiral Cotton Tips from Guardian Pharmacy.

Darkness lashes VX.

Bio-essence Hydra Spa Energy Deep Moisturizing Cleansing Foam & Tanaka White Gentle Cleansing Foam.

Random ribbon belts. I love anything with ribbons :p

Hair-band set from Diva. Black (not in photo), Silver, Gold, Zebra print, Leopard print.

Nice eh :p

A random buy from 7-11. As the packaging is opaque, it depends on luck what you'll be getting. I was super extremely lucky to get what I wanted

♥ Hello Kitty Love hp charm ♥

 

Now, on to gifts' part.

My lil' sis passed this Lioele Real Brush Pen Eyeliner coz she doesn't like it.

Does it really smudge THAT bad ? Hmm we'll see ..

She also passed me this coz they were too big for her feet.

My gf, Serene, passed this The Body Shop Elderflower Unperfumed Eye Gel to me and ..

Woohoo ! Hello Kitty & bling-bling iPhone 3G casings ♥

I'm a Hello Kitty fan :3

Sheet masks from gf, XL (:

From Dermal, The Face Shop and Purederm.

 

Jessie passed me these on random days.

MAC Nail Lacquer, MAC Lipglass & Ed Pinaud single e/s :p Hello Kitty packaging somemore ♥

Sheet masks and random skincare samples (Chanel Cleansing Oil-Gel, Ipsa On The Peak Cleansing Foam)

Naturelle Biotera Colorcare Repair Treatment for hair.

Etude House Loose Eyeshadow Powder.

Majolica Majorca hp charm.

Beauty swap with Candy. Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo.

Won Candy's giveaway, which I simply don't understand why this moron commented "FUCK FACE VERLYN" .. AND complaining that the giveaway was KELONG .. In what way was it UNFAIR ?! Get your facts right before commenting ! And pls, I had to COMMENT on the blog post just to let her know which item I wanted (Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes GR 791)though it was stated to PM her (I whatsapp-ed her at 1st, which she deemed unfair to the other chosen winner). FYVM, you faceless moron.

Won Vion's giveaway too, Clatty Nail Colors x 10 !

Free retail-size Nuxe Micellar Cleansing Water with Cleo Oct'10 issue.

Skin Inc Replenish Hyaluronic Acid Serum.

Evoluderm Haircare set with compliments of Spa-Lon.

Kosé Esprique Precious Dual Lip Pencil SP 01.

Kosé Esprique Precious Lip Gloss SP 001.

Kosé Esprique Precious Heart Graphical Rouge PK 831.

Kosé Esprique Precious Mat Veil.

Given to me as part of a goodie bag, for volunteering to be Kosé skincare/makeup session model.

L'oreal 656 Terracotta Casting Creme Gloss Hair Color.

L'oreal Elsève Nutri-Gloss Light Caring Shampoo & Smooth-Intense Daily Rinse-Out Treatment.

Given to me at L'oreal Perfect Clean/Youth Code Bloggers' Event.

Hugo Boss Femme EDP 75ml, given to me for attending Olay skincare event (open to public). Weird gift, but I like :p

Maybelline Unstoppable Shiny Black Mascara, free redemption through Cleo.

Dejavu Fiberwig Extra Long Mascara, with compliments of The Sample Store.

 

Any queries/requests whatsoever, feel free to comment (:

This is just Part 1 of my "Undeclared Hauls & Gifts of 2010". Yes, more to come (so much for my laziness). Hmm I'm not going into details btw (:

 

1st up, the Urban Decay NAKED palette.

The GWP (gifts with $120 UD purchase).

 

Next, Too Faced Enchanted Glamourland.

Sorry that I couldn't capture the colors that well =.= Click here for better photos from a random blog: http://themakeupdrawer.blogspot.com (:

 

Too Faced Leopard Love.

3-in-1: Bronze, Blush, Brighten.

 

And, my very 1st Sleek Palette - Limited Edition Divine Palette !

Yes, my favorite pink(s) ! BUT I seldom use pink(s) for eye makeup. It's time to start eh x:

 

Nature Republic !

Only 2 items bought. Nature Republic Grapefruit Body Lotion and Collagen Pop Gloss No.4 Berry. The lotion smells exactly like the grapefruit, heavenly ! The lipgloss smells like F&N Grape !

See the blue micro-shimmers ♥

No sticky feeling. Shimmery gloss look with a hint of berry color.

Well, I bought it b'coz of the word "collagen" (X

 

Chantana's recommendation - ZA Deep Cleansing Oil x 2.

BOGO !

Bio-essence 24K Bio-Gold Age Reverse Clear Cream (with Bird's Nest Essence) and GWP.

Bio-essence Tanaka White Skin White Perfecting Stretch Masks.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Masks.

Cleo January 2011 issue. I don't really fancy the cover =.=

New simple heels from U.R.S & inc.

Bling bling slippers from Mitju.

 

Ok, now to the "Gifts" part.

Free Glow Magazine with Dove haircare freebies sent via mail.

Pupa goodies bag.

Participated in Laneige FB giveaway.

A notebook as well.

 

Another giveaway by Strip FB.

 

Part of the Kose goodies bag (when I volunteered to be workshop "model")

BEAUTÉ de KOSÉ Esprique Precious Double Shine Face Powder.

 

Jessie gave me these (;

Thanks ! Lancôme, Lancaster, Beauty Credit and Maybelline goodies :D

AND this X'mas gift(s). Love ya loads ! *muackies* ♥

 

Ryna's X'mas gift to me :p

Teal necklace & earrings set from Diva ! Thanks babe (:

Lastly, random Lotree samples I got from ALT Heeren.

I believe every girl dream of having beautiful hair. Well, I'm no exception. I simply love the effortless chic look of Japanese girls. It seem that even with coloring, perming, rebonding, daily blow-drying and styling, their hair still look ridiculously beautiful !

Whenever I looked at my hair, I couldn't help but SIGH.. =_="

 

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Two lil' fairies came..

One came with Honey Oil..

The other, Ultra Shine Essence..

 

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Just look at the difference ! My hair certainly looks healthier; well-moisturized, smoother and silkier ♥

Say bye-bye to frizzy hair :p

All thanks to..

Kao Essential ♥

Thanks for sending the lil' fairies (signature ingredients) to rescue my dry, damaged hair !

Yes, these are the generously sponsored products by Kao Essential :D

1. Essential Rich Premium Shampoo

2. Essential Rich Premium Conditioner

3. Essential Rich Premium Treatment

4. Essential Hair Mask Rich Premium

5. Essential Nuance Airy Shampoo

6. Essential Nuance Airy Conditioner

7. Essential Nuance Airy Treatment

8. Essential Hair Mask Nuance Airy

9. Essential Hair Essence Rich Premium

10. Essential Nuance Airy Hair Essence

How it works ? Essential Damage Care consists of a shampoo, conditioner and hair treatment which contain high purity honey and milk protein,which help to deeply repair and strengthen damaged hair.

Through nourishing and restoring hair into a healthy condition, Essential brings lustre all the way to the last 15cm of hair, most prone to dryness, frizziness, tangles and split ends. Essential Damage Care is available in two versions: Nuance Airy and Rich Premier.

So far, I've been using the Nuance Airy range. It has given my flat limp hair a new lease of life literally. My hair now has a light and bouncy feel. It contains wild rose essence,leaving a protective layer over my hair to keep it soft and moisturized. This is just like salon-treated hair without spending huge amount of money !

As for the Rich Premier range (I had bought this range before), it helps in richly moisturizing which gives my hair a smooth and manageable feel. It contains sunflower essential oil ,leaving my hair with a glossy shiny look. It is very suitable for untameable hair.e Richly moisturizing, this gives hair a smooth andmanageable feel. Sunflower essential oil leaves hair with a glossy,wet-look sheen, keeping it in shape and preventing it from gettingpuffy. Suitable for untameable hair.

Then came the Essential Hair Essence (since July 2010), a super convenient, fuss-free leave-on treatment for damaged, dry hair ! I bought the Nuance Airy Anti-Frizz Serum the moment I saw them selling at Watsons :D

This leave-on treatment range help repair hair surface and protect it from styling, blow-drying and UV rays. Just pump adequate amount and apply. Hair becomes beautiful and shiny from root to tips, even for the last 15cm (which lasts all day long) !

Nuance Airy Anti-Frizz Serum ($10.90) has a sweet girly pink packaging, which is so appealing :D

This is a light-weight and non-greasy oil-based treatment, which helps tame frizzy hair and flyaways. Instant smooth and bouncy hair (all day long) is easily achieved.

For me, I use this before blow-drying my hair and whenever/wherever I want to achieve healthy hair shine effect. I usually pump about 3 times and spread the serum evenly onto my hair, concentrating on the damaged area (especially the hair ends). This is my staple necessity in my bag definitely :p

Rich Premier Nourishing Care Lotion ($10.90). This concentrated lotion gets absorbed easily, leaving hair soft and manageable all day long. I use this the same way for Nuance Airy. I like that it deep nourished my hair instantly.

This leave-on treatment range helps to enhance the lustrous and damage care effects of Essential's shampoo, conditioner and treatment !

 

 

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Two more full-face pictures to end this post (:

Achieve Beautiful Hair with Kao Essential ♥