Hi peeps! I'm like finally i have time and mood to blog and i'm feeling better. :)
Bought this after i read it from forums and a few make-up artist's blog. Been deciding for very long because i don't want it to be another disappointing buy. I have been seeking the best mineral powder that suits me so i went ahead to grab this baby.
Packaging is slightly bulky but still ok for me, it comes with a puff. I bought their brushes separately.
Now i'm going to share with you what's so great about this powder?
Firstly, their packaging design - What's so special??
1st- You need to grind the powder before you use, which mean you need to turn the dial and release the powder. This is so special and it helps to keep the powder fresh and away from bacteria infestation.You'll only grind the amount of powder you need each time. Because of this, you can slowly build your coverage from natural to full.
Isn't it great??
2nd- I bought the brushes separately, it comes with a big and a mini brush. The mini one is cute, foldable and convenience to bring out for touch up. I just love the brushes, have a soft touch and it sweep the powder nicely and evenly onto my face. I don't really use the puff as it seems to clump all the powder together and my face look slightly patchy if i use it for touch up..
Shades?
*Pic took from website.
They have a total of 9 shades, 01 and 02 seems pretty close for my skin tone. Personally, i think 03 onwards suits better on tanned skin.
Lastly, here's my review after trying out for a month.
I'm using shade 2 - which is more of a warm + medium shade. I was really having a hard time deciding between shade 01 and 02. *The ladies at Metro Paragon were very helpful and patient, they were busy serving other customers but yet never forget about me. Instead they asked me to slowly play around with the shades and brushes. hahahaa.. They don't sound pushy and hard sell. Shall shop at Metro Paragon next time! :D
I think i was there for about 30 mins deciding which shade to go for. OMG! I know it's very long but there's a few times i got the shade wrong.
Ok back to the review. The powder does not have any scent. I just love grinding the powder! :Pp I use it just when my face was recovering from a severe irritation and allergy which mean my face is in a very sensitive stage during that time. No irritation nor any redness so far(touch wood!) and it doesn't revealed or sink into the lines around my mouth(laughing lines) but as for my forehead, its still slightly visible. I would recommend using a brush when you are using this powder as it helped to cover(fill up) my pores pretty well.
Oil control is pretty good for me, could last me almost 6 hours.
I would definitely purchase it again, in fact i just bought 1 more (when i was in Bangkok DFS.)
Rating: A
I have done a video(for fun) showing you guys the powder and brushes, apologised if i looked crappy inside.
>.<
September 9, 2010
August 27, 2010
Random thoughts
No motivation to blog as compared to the past, not sure why.
Another thing is it's very saddening to see the beauty bloggers(not all) fighting for advertiser's attention and i start to ponder is their review genuine to their friends and readers?
Well some copied from other's blog or website and credited as their own hard work, no one love that and the act itself is really sickening.
Isn't blogging about skincare / cosmetics your passion or just out to get "famous"?
In my earlier post i mentioned someone changed her URL to almost the same as mine (after adding me in FB), i was angry and sad but can't bother much now.
The very first event that i attended was dejavu mascara event, i was so thrilled when Shirleen agree to bring me there, i can make new friends! Anyway i was really lucky to know Shirleen as she always share her beauty tips and products review with me. She's really a nice friend and big sister to me.
I still remember vividly that i was being somehow "insulted" by a blogger at the dejavu event. No big issue, i am not a very prominent + good writer so it's ok. I don't want to poison anyone.
Now i somehow feel like i'm in my part time modelling days whereby everyone fight for more jobs and attention from my boss, the newbies are always disliked by the senior experience models.
Neverthless i'm glad and happy that i had met a few nice bloggers, willingly to share with me their beauty experiences and thoughts. I love reading their blogs each time.
Anyway, i will slowly revamp my site, i need to fix the header - i know it looked very ugly now.
I shall not poke my nose into other's business and concentrate on sharing all the beauty tips and products i had tried. :)
xoxo ~ till then.
Another thing is it's very saddening to see the beauty bloggers(not all) fighting for advertiser's attention and i start to ponder is their review genuine to their friends and readers?
Well some copied from other's blog or website and credited as their own hard work, no one love that and the act itself is really sickening.
Isn't blogging about skincare / cosmetics your passion or just out to get "famous"?
In my earlier post i mentioned someone changed her URL to almost the same as mine (after adding me in FB), i was angry and sad but can't bother much now.
The very first event that i attended was dejavu mascara event, i was so thrilled when Shirleen agree to bring me there, i can make new friends! Anyway i was really lucky to know Shirleen as she always share her beauty tips and products review with me. She's really a nice friend and big sister to me.
I still remember vividly that i was being somehow "insulted" by a blogger at the dejavu event. No big issue, i am not a very prominent + good writer so it's ok. I don't want to poison anyone.
Now i somehow feel like i'm in my part time modelling days whereby everyone fight for more jobs and attention from my boss, the newbies are always disliked by the senior experience models.
Neverthless i'm glad and happy that i had met a few nice bloggers, willingly to share with me their beauty experiences and thoughts. I love reading their blogs each time.
Anyway, i will slowly revamp my site, i need to fix the header - i know it looked very ugly now.
I shall not poke my nose into other's business and concentrate on sharing all the beauty tips and products i had tried. :)
xoxo ~ till then.
August 21, 2010
Mentholatum Lip Balm
Many thanks to Rohto-Mentholatum and The Sample Store (formerly Fr3b) for this sponsor.
*Rohto-Mentholatum is the same company that produce HADA LABO products.


They launched in July 2010 in Singapore, with 2 different series of lip balms -
Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu
Mentholatum Deep Moist
"Mogitate" means "Fresh" and "Kajitsu" means "Fruits" in Japanese. This "Juicy" lip balm is bursting with natural fruity goodness and honey.
It comes in 5 different types of fruits mix flavor for you to choose~
Strawberry
Grape & Berry
Orange & Mango
White Peach
Lemon & Lime
Mogitate Kajitsu is made with Fresh Fruit Juice which contains essential minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the lips and body. Not only that, it includes Honey in it which heals and renews your lips.
It contains other moisturizing boosters such as Squalane, Grape Seed Oil, Vitamins A & E and UV protection. Squalane is easily absorbed and is similar to the natural oil on our skin. It is extracted from plants and is highly prized Japanese supplement. Squalane helps to reduce the wrinkles caused by aging and sun damage. Grape Seed Oil helps to repair skin. Vitamin A & E are anti-oxidants that retard lip aging and give lips a healthy shine.


My review for Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu lip balms:
I was sent 3 flavors to review - Strawberry, Orange & Mango and Lemon & Lime.
Firstly the packaging are really eye grabbing and super "kawaii". It gives a minty sensation and "waxy" feel on my lips after applying. It doesn't looked glossy at all and allowed me to apply my lip sticks without any wait.
I would prefer lemon & lime as it's more refreshing and the fruity scent isn't too strong as compared to strawberry and Orange & Mango. Love that it comes with UV protection.
Rating: 3.5/5
*Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu lip balms is retailing at S$5.90 each, exclusively at Watsons.
♥♥♥♥♥
Next, I'm going to introduce you Mentholatum Deep Moist (#1 TOP selling Lip Balm in Japan, 2006-2009!), an ultra hydrating lip balm with Hyaluronic Acid (my favourite ingredient).

There are 2 variants, Deep Moist Menthol and Deep Moist Natural.
The success of Deep Moist is due to 2 main factors, its premium hydrating ingredients at value pricing and its elegant, ergonomic packaging design.
So what are the KEY INGREDIENTS?
* Jojoba Oil gives pro-longed, whole day hydration to the lips.
This Deep Moist lip balm comes in an innovative Emerald Green, oval-shaped container design that fits the corner of the mouth well and makes application easy with just a single swipe.

My review for Mentholatum Deep Moist lip balm:
I was sent both Deep Moist Menthol and Deep Moist Natural to review. I love how this packaging look, using green - it looked like a medicated lip balm and "old school" kind of feel at my first sight.
Both left a very thin layer of wax on my lip, matt look and allowed me apply my lip stick and lip plumper straight after.
My pick: Deep Moist Natural because the menthol scent is a tad too strong for me.
Rating: 4/5
*Mentholatum Deep Moist lip balms retail at S$7.90 each, exclusively at Watsons!
♥♥♥♥♥
Dear readers!
Try the Mojitate Kiajitsu & Deep Moist lipbalms today too & share your experience story to stand to win attractive prizes! Available at any Watsons outlets near you!
What you need to do is to purchase the lipbalm, try it and post your experience onto The Sample Store's facebook wall (http://www.facebook.com/thesamplestore.sg).
3 winners will be selected. Goodie luck!
* Contest period: 16 August 2010 - 17 October 2010
*Rohto-Mentholatum is the same company that produce HADA LABO products.


They launched in July 2010 in Singapore, with 2 different series of lip balms -
Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu
Mentholatum Deep Moist
"Mogitate" means "Fresh" and "Kajitsu" means "Fruits" in Japanese. This "Juicy" lip balm is bursting with natural fruity goodness and honey.
It comes in 5 different types of fruits mix flavor for you to choose~
Strawberry
Grape & Berry
Orange & Mango
White Peach
Lemon & Lime
Mogitate Kajitsu is made with Fresh Fruit Juice which contains essential minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the lips and body. Not only that, it includes Honey in it which heals and renews your lips.
It contains other moisturizing boosters such as Squalane, Grape Seed Oil, Vitamins A & E and UV protection. Squalane is easily absorbed and is similar to the natural oil on our skin. It is extracted from plants and is highly prized Japanese supplement. Squalane helps to reduce the wrinkles caused by aging and sun damage. Grape Seed Oil helps to repair skin. Vitamin A & E are anti-oxidants that retard lip aging and give lips a healthy shine.


My review for Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu lip balms:
I was sent 3 flavors to review - Strawberry, Orange & Mango and Lemon & Lime.
Firstly the packaging are really eye grabbing and super "kawaii". It gives a minty sensation and "waxy" feel on my lips after applying. It doesn't looked glossy at all and allowed me to apply my lip sticks without any wait.
I would prefer lemon & lime as it's more refreshing and the fruity scent isn't too strong as compared to strawberry and Orange & Mango. Love that it comes with UV protection.
Rating: 3.5/5
*Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu lip balms is retailing at S$5.90 each, exclusively at Watsons.
♥♥♥♥♥
Next, I'm going to introduce you Mentholatum Deep Moist (#1 TOP selling Lip Balm in Japan, 2006-2009!), an ultra hydrating lip balm with Hyaluronic Acid (my favourite ingredient).

There are 2 variants, Deep Moist Menthol and Deep Moist Natural.
The success of Deep Moist is due to 2 main factors, its premium hydrating ingredients at value pricing and its elegant, ergonomic packaging design.
So what are the KEY INGREDIENTS?
* Hyaluronic Acid, a premium ingredient that forms a smooth, moisture-locking shield for softer, smoother lips. It can hold 1000X its weight in water, or 6 litres of water with just 1g.
* Shea Butter heals the skin, and gives a soft, pleasant texture to lip balm.* Jojoba Oil gives pro-longed, whole day hydration to the lips.
This Deep Moist lip balm comes in an innovative Emerald Green, oval-shaped container design that fits the corner of the mouth well and makes application easy with just a single swipe.

My review for Mentholatum Deep Moist lip balm:
I was sent both Deep Moist Menthol and Deep Moist Natural to review. I love how this packaging look, using green - it looked like a medicated lip balm and "old school" kind of feel at my first sight.
Both left a very thin layer of wax on my lip, matt look and allowed me apply my lip stick and lip plumper straight after.
My pick: Deep Moist Natural because the menthol scent is a tad too strong for me.
Rating: 4/5
*Mentholatum Deep Moist lip balms retail at S$7.90 each, exclusively at Watsons!
♥♥♥♥♥
Dear readers!
Try the Mojitate Kiajitsu & Deep Moist lipbalms today too & share your experience story to stand to win attractive prizes! Available at any Watsons outlets near you!
What you need to do is to purchase the lipbalm, try it and post your experience onto The Sample Store's facebook wall (http://www.facebook.com/thesamplestore.sg).
3 winners will be selected. Goodie luck!
* Contest period: 16 August 2010 - 17 October 2010
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