Friday, September 30, 2011

Advanced Skin Corrector - Lancôme Visionnaire [LR 2412 4%]

Early September, I received 's new advanced skin corrector Visionnaire and best-selling Genifique Youth Activator. Thanks Lancôme Singapore

It is recommended to use both together, so as to see faster and better results.

Thereafter, I received this personalized letter from Miss Jamie Ong, Brand Manager of Lancôme.

At the same time, I had just finished the 15ml Visionnaire lab sample (received from the launch event). It was enough for about 6 weeks of use. Now, the question is Does it work (for me)?.

The serum texture is light-weight and non-greasy. Has a plant-based scent which is pleasant and soothing. The serum consistency is water-based which is suitable for my combination skin (oily on the outside, yet dehydrated on the inside). In fact, it is suitable for ALL skin types including sensitive skin.

I usually use 2-3 pumps for my face and neck (day & night). When I touched my skin after waiting (1-2min) for the serum to be absorbed into the skin, it feels soft and smooth without any sticky/greasy feeling. I could see an overall improvement in my complexion after using Visionnaire for barely a week (as shown on the left side of image above). There was slight peeling of the skin, which was actually a good sign that my skin was renewing itself day by day. Within a month, my acne scars had lightened by a fair bit. My pores were more refined. Fine lines were less visible.

Oh ya, I couldn't help but notice the rosy glow on my face. My skin just look so healthy! Luminous and even-toned skin (as shown on the right side of image above). It was such a nice feeling to wake up with good skin every single day. My skin stays matte longer than usual. Applying makeup is a breeze. When it comes to foundation, less IS more. My face looks so impeccably flawless after applying just one pump of Lancôme Teint Miracle Foundation. Yes, the results were THAT significant. Even more so when I stopped using it, and started trying out a drugstore brand's serum.

FYI, Visionnaire can be applied on the eye contour (which I did). The serum is that gentle. I find that it is pretty moisturizing yet (most importantly) doesn't cause any milia seeds.

Sounds promising? Yes, it IS indeed effective. Seeing IS believing. I AM impressed.

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Random: Spotted/Swatched @ Watsons.. Guardian..

It's gonna be a random post about some "new" stuff spotted @ Watsons AND Guardian. No review(s), just swatches.

CandyDoll is now available @ Watsons. Price range is $25.90 - $33.90 (correct me if I'm wrong). The product range is quite.. pathetic though.. Only lipglosses, lipsticks, mineral face powder.. That's about it.. -___-"

No testers available for all, only selected.

CandyDoll Mineral Face Powder in Crystal Pearl. The powder feels soft and finely-milled.

As seen from the pics, the powder has very fine shimmers. Heard alot of raves about this product. So I might get it eventually? FYI, there's a normal version with no shimmers.

I swatched CandyDoll Lipgloss in Macaroon Pink and Peach Orange. The top right corner swatch is CandyDoll Highlight - Cream Beige.

ZA launched a series of mascaras, eyeliners recently.

I only swatched the eyeliners. Seemed pretty normal to me. A rather intense black. Anyway, I think only the ZA liquid eyeliner is new. The others are repackaged? I know not.

Hmm.. I swatched this CandyDoll Lipstick but I'd no idea what shade is this.. Not stated on the tester.. Milky beige-orange kinda shade..

Canmake's new fake eyelashes with transparent band.. Got a few to choose from..

There're bottom lashes too! $9.90 each.

The much talked about product recently. In case you missed my review on Bioré Marshmallow Whip Facial Wash, CLICK HERE :D

Okay, let's move on to Guardian. Spotted KATE limited edition eyeshadow palettes ($27 each). I can't seem to find these @ Watsons though.

Pinkish beige-brown shades.

Golden brown shades.

The usual KATE eyeshadow quality. Sheer but buildable colors.

That's all for now. Thanks for popping by!

NEW in SEPHORA SG!

NEW in Sephora Sg! Are you getting any of these?

  • Sugar Lip Treatment and.. Lip Polish SGD$29 each
  • Boscia Pore Purifying Black Strips SGD$22 (6pc)
  • Soap & Glory Glad Hair Day Shampoo and.. Conditioner SGD$16 each
  • Clarisonic Mia Sonic Skin Cleaning System SGD$249
  • Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Styling Heat Protect Spray SGD$39
  • Too Faced Perfect Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner SGD$29

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Sleek Makeup: Smoulder in Molten Metal's newest shades, Steel and Ash...‏

Illuminate your eyes with Sleek Makeup Molten Metal’s newest shades in Steel and Ash, a cool duo of graphite and silver. The intensely pigmented formula applies like a dream, whilst the vivid colour stays strong and crease free. The creamy texture allows for easy application, making dramatic eyes quick and easy to apply.

For starry, smouldering eyes highlight the inner corner of the eye and brow bone using Steel, with Ash to contour and line the eyes.

**Credits to sleekmakeup.com for the above info & image.**

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

SWATCH-FEST: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencils & My Mini Haul

Big and blendable, this 2-in-1 waterproof 24/7 shadow pencil keeps going as long as you do. Our next generation of famous 24/7 pencils can be used as eyeshadow, eyeliner, or both!

They’re crease-proof, they’re waterproof… it’s the next generation of 24/7 Pencils! Our Shadow Pencils deliver incredible color payout, but feel lightweight. The new fat shape allows you to cover large areas more quickly. Use the thin tip as eyeliner, or the side of the tip as a generous swipe of eyeshadow. Luscious drop-dead shades make you feel every inch the creative type, as you blend shimmer, cream and sparkle finishes. Skip the powder shadow brushes and water – our pencils make it easier than ever to get vibrant eyeshadow looks on the go. Experiment with multiple shades layered together, then blend away for an unbelievable effect that sets and stays put. All shades are paraffin, mineral oil, and paraben-free.

**Image & info above taken from www.urbandecay.com**

Available in 12 colors. Retails at SGD$36 each. These Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencils were launched before the Sephora Jumbo Liner 12HR Wear Waterproof do. Yes, they serve the same purpose (eyeshadow, eyeliner or both). Sephora ones come in more colors though.

I did pick up 2 of these before I got the Sephora ones. Guess what colors??

Answer at the bottom with pics included.. :D

Well, I do feel that the Urban Decay ones are uniformly better in quality than the Sephora ones. Even the lighter shades are so creamily pigmented. The color payoff is fabulous, evidently shown from the swatches.

  • Sin (champagne)
  • Lit (golden bronze)
  • Midnight Cowboy (beige with silver sparkle)
  • Clash (bright turquoise with silver sparkle)
  • Wasteland (dark brown)
  • Morphine (light purple with pale blue shift)

 

  • Barracuda (black with silver sparkle)
  • Rehab (taupe)
  • Delinquent (dark purple with bright purple sparkle)
  • Clinic (emerald green with silver sparkle)
  • Mercury (gunmetal)
  • Narc (mossy green)

 

My mini haul - Clinic & Delinquent

These colors look very familiar?? CLICK HERE hehehe :p

Let's see the difference.. not much actually..

MAC Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner in Designer Purple VS Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil in Delinquent

Hmm.. seriously looks almost the same under the naked eye.. That's good news for me.. AND you! Delinquent is permanently available! :D The miniscule difference is the shimmers in Delinquent are lil' more pinkish. I say, a super close dupe!

MAC Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner in Undercurrent VS Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil in Clinic

The difference is there. Gold & green shimmers -> Undercurrent. Light silver sparkle bits -> ClinicClinic looks more tealish than Undercurrent. Not exactly a dupe (in my opinion).

Both MAC & Urban Decay are intensely pigmented, budge-proof, smudge-proof. MAC - SGD$28 (1.2g), Urban Decay - SGD$36 (2.8g). Price-wise, that's ALOT of difference. *GASP*

Thanks for reading!

Sunday, September 25, 2011

For Beloved One Melasleep Whitening Bio-Cellulose Mask

Today, I'll be reviewing this revolutionary mask - For Beloved One Melasleep Whitening Bio-Cellulose Mask. Thanks The Sample Store (as always)! 

It is the World’s Pioneer Bio-Cellulose Mask, highly favored by many celebrities and experts such as Barbie Hsu (大S), Annie Yi (伊能靜) & Niu Er (牛爾).

 

Three world-renowned pharmaceutical patents to create snow-white flawless skin.

One bio-cellulose mask equals the effect of one “iontophoresis” treatment.

 

Melasleep Whitening Bio-Cellulose Mask is the Taiwan's first mask product with a complex microbial organism that has gone through rigorous fermentation engineering, then is derived from the nano grade organic fibers; it is produced from the natural organic fibers with a fiber diameter that is 1/133 of the average petrochemical mask (non-woven mask) , it allows air and water vapor to pass through, but can still retain the characteristics of water; it is well attachable to human skin and is now used in the medical community for the purposes of cardiovascular rehabilitation and artificial skin. It serves the purpose of "iontophoresis" treatment, so that serum can be penetrated skin in a more efficient way; its low sensitivity feature makes the mask very suitable for medical treatments such as pulsed light, acid peels, lasers and other cosmetic treatments.

The mask contains Lumiskin™ and Melaclear2™, the whitening patent formula from the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. According to the latest discovery, Lumiskin™ is a key material that is able to affect the formation of melanin, and interferes melanin formation by keeping tyrosinase in a non-active state.

Matrixyl™ is added to the formula to stimulate the skin to produce the first, third and fourth types of collagen to provide moisture supply and elasticity to the skin.

Only aglycone soy isoflavone can be accepted by the female hormones receptor of the skin, the result is several times better than ordinary glycosyl isoflavone. Isoflavone can initiate the in vivo antioxidant system to eliminate free radicals.

 

Main Ingredients & Purposes:

  • Lumiskin™ adjusts the concentration of calcium ions, and keeps tyrosinase in a non-active state to avoid the formation of melanin.
  • Melaclear2™ uses various ways to interfere tyrosinase activity; contains protease which can accelerate the process of wearing off spots and removing dead skin cells, rapidly takes the skin to a bright and flawless state.
  • Matrixyl™ can activate the fibroblasts in the dermis, release collagen secretion, and improve aging problem caused by sun exposure.
  • West Indian cherry extract is a fruit contains the most abundant amount of Vitamin C among all fruits, can reverse the melanin formed in skin; also functions as an antioxidant.
  • Licorice extract can inhibit tyrosinase.
  • Aglycone soy isoflavone is a female hormone that can initiate the in vivo antioxidant system to eliminate free radicals.
  • Vitamin E is an element of anti-aging.
  • Vitamin B5 repairs epidermal cells.

 

There are 2 plastic flaps, which is not common for the usual sheet masks I'd used before. The side (of mask) facing the (semi-translucent) netted plastic sheet should be placed on your face. It is the side with more essence goodness!

Here's my fully cleansed face, looking a lil' dull. No thanks to "that-time-of-the-month".. =.=

Has a nice cooling sensation. The mask is elastic and translucent, which fits my face like a 2nd skin. Even without ear hooks, the mask still adheres to my face without dropping off. I can multi-task while having the mask on.

It has eye flaps, which helps moisturize the eye area as well. I like!

33g/pc

So much essence goodness (that it kept dripping non-stop when I took out the mask).. =.=

Great for moisturizing my legs. No irritation.

The color of the essence is milky white. The scent is pleasant, slightly fruity floral.

Notice the butterfly motif? Totally random lol!

The consistency is not too runny (lotion-like).

Not sticky as well.

My face after removing the mask after 20mins.. Fully covered with the essence which felt creamier than before..

For whitening mask, I usually will rinse off the remaining essence on my face. I wouldn't say that it has a whitening effect on my face, more of brightening. Very revitalized feel. Super moisturizing; my skin feels really soft and smooth.

FYI, this mask can be reused. Simply keep the biological mask in a crisper after use and store in the refrigerator. On next use, you can wet the mask by spraying “Melasleep Whitening Treatment Serum” or “Melasleep Whitening Treatment Awakening Serum” 3 times, the mask will still remain desirable effect. You can reuse each mask 1-3 times in a week; only the feature of bio-cellulose mask is able to keep consumers away from spending unnecessary money. However due to individual hygiene habit, please pay special attention while using the mask.

Hmm.. Sounds more value-for-$ yea.. If you've a fan of high-end masks, you will wanna try this. The feeling is very different. Hard to describe in detail. You've gotta try it, to know it. Definitely a luxurious treat for your face!

Exclusively sold at Sephora Singapore, for SGD$63 (3pc/box).

Beloved One official website: CLICK HERE

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Talika Cream Booster Launch Event

Few weeks ago, I attended Talika Cream Booster Launch Event @ Conrad Centennial Singapore.

 

The lastest beauty revolution by Talika - Cream Booster.

In short, the Cream Booster is able to increase the effectiveness of your skincare products. A combination of 3 technologies in 1 device, namely:- Phototherapy (cellular stimulation), Ionotherapy (cell penetration) & Vibration therapy (circulation of ingredients).

After the 1st use:

  • better hydrated skin, smoother & more radiant
  • tightened pores

 

After 28 days*

  • wrinkles: -32%
  • tone: +33%

*Clinical Study – 30 volunteers – 28 days

How to use?

Apply your regular skincare product. Then, place your index finger onto the silver panel on the Cream Booster to activate the microvibration function. Glide Cream Booster over your skin, moving outwards from the center of face for 1min.

Can be used alone to soothe & re-energize skin.

Available for sale at Talika counters & Sephora Singapore.

It was a brief launch event.

Tried TWG Tea for the 1st time. Taste uniquely different. I like 

Talika Bust Serum, part of our goodie bag. One more cup size in 6 weeks through lifting & firming. Sounds promising?

PS: Sorry, there'll be no review since the Cream Booster was not provided for reviewing purpose.

Thanks Jeslyn & Eileen for the invite.