Happy 2013! Have you set new resolutions for the year? Hmm... losing weight... and of coz, achieving/maintaining good skin!
The Body Shop has just come up with a skin diagnostic tool that will recommend you a tailormade regime to help you achieve the perfect skin you want.
Do try out this diagnostic tool: http://bit.ly/12Su6WC
Here's my tailormade regime. It says, my skin needs Vitamin C!
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Jo Malone London Limited Edition Earl Grey & Cucumber is making a comeback in Jan 2013!
In May 2011, Jo Malone London launched the Limited Edition Tea Fragrance Blends - a collection with 5 unique scents. Earl Grey & Cucumber, being the most popular scent in the collection, was sold out in London in merely 2 weeks. This hot favorite scent is here to stay, an addition to Jo Malone London's permanent collection. And, it is now available in 100ml too.
About Jo Malone London
Jo Malone London celebrates British style with unexpected fragrances and the elegant art of gift giving. Acquired by The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc. in 1999, today the brand is available in 31 countries worldwide and continues to inspire a loyal following.
Jo Malone Boutiques
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A more complete range of Hello Kitty Makeup is now available in Watsons. The range is pretty comprehensive, which consists of compact powder, eyeshadow, blusher, lipstick, lipgloss, nail polish, mascara, eyeliner, brushes, etc.
Products I received:-
Swatches: blush, mascara, lip gloss, duo eyeshadow [3rd shade at the right is mixed]
Hello Kitty Kawaii Duo Eyeshadow - $14.90
There are a total of 9 duos in matching or complementary shades to brighten the eyes with a single brush stroke. The shade I receive, is a pigmented duo of dark brown and antique gold. When mixed, it becomes a lovely shade of golden brown. The duo eyeshadow is not overly shimmery, and has a beautiful satin finish. It can used dry or wet.
The quality is pretty impressive, much better than expected. To be honest, I was expecting it to be either slightly chalky or gritty, with average color payoff. It was definitely a pleasant surprise when I first swatched the eyeshadow. The colors translated well on my lids. Even without using an eye primer/base, the eye color last the whole day without fading, flaking or creasing.
Hello Kitty Pretty Mascara - $18.90
It comes with a high tech double fiber brush, which claims to give double action length and extreme volume, for longer and thicker lashes.
It does thicken my lashes, giving slight lengthening effect. It coats and separates the lashes well too. No clumps at all. Since it's not waterproof, it doesn't hold the curls well. There's no flaking or smudging at the end of day though.
Available in 4 shades >> green, black, blue, brown.
Hello Kitty Blush - $17.90
It is a compact blush to brighten the complexion and sculpt facial features. The texture is ultra sheer, with a mineral pigment base.
Available in 5 shades. Mine is a warm rose brown shade. It has shimmers, but not obvious to the naked eye. Like the duo eyeshadow, it has a lovely satin finish.
Hello Kitty Magnetic Gloss - $18.90
The shade I receive, is a very shimmery baby pink. The color is very subtle. I like that the texture is non-sticky but dislike the sweet fruity scent/flavor.
Available in 6 shades, either lacquered or iridescent. Mine is the latter.
Here's a really simple look I've created, using the above mentioned products.
Other products used:-
*Note: Products highlighted are provided by beauty companies.
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Last month, I decided to forgo loud colors on my hair. It was a wise decision after all.
It was an obvious bad-bad hair day for me. I need to do something to my hair...
Me, at Shunji Matsuo 313 (my hair sponsor), for my much needed hair fix.
I told Caely that I wanted light ash brown hair color plus a hair trim. No (hair) bangs for me this time. The session ended with their latest Curement Herbal (organic hair) treatment.
It was a busy friday for the salon. Do remember to call 6238 0226 to fix appointment with your favorite hairstylist.
Steam away... :D
The organic hair treatment was indeed a pampering treat. Just look at my hair, that healthy shine! Not only that, I could run my fingers through my hair with absolute ease. My hair was that smooth and silky :P
Thank you, Caely!
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To start off this post, I would like to thank those who voted for me in The Body Shop Most Stylish Blogger Contest... though I know very well I'm not exactly stylish :x Hmm... I didn't win (duh~). It doesn't matter, really. I'm contented with the kind support - THANK-YOU (:
In early Dec, I had the privilege of attending The Body Shop Winter Trend Makeup Workshop by Larry Yeo. We were told to be in light makeup as it was a hands-on session.
The event was held at Epilogue Café, ION Orchard.
It was love at first sight + swatch! The combination of shimmering copper and gold beads in the Dazzling Rocks ($32.90), creates a gorgeous (copper-gold) sheen on the skin. I love how it subtly contours my cheeks, giving them more definition. When applied on the décolletage, the touch of shimmer is exceptionally sexy. This is definitely perfect for a dazzling party look!
Other than the Dazzling Rocks, TBS Winter Trend 2012 collection consists of several other products like Colorglide Shine Lip Color (4 shades), 4-Color Eye Palette (warm & cool), Eye Definer (4 colors), Slanted Kabuki Brush, The Sparkler (2 variants).
Colorglide Shine Lip Color ($22.90) comes in 4 luscious shades >> 10 Copper Mine, 12 Ruby Sparkle, 11 Rare Coral, 13 Rose Quartz. They are sheer color lipsticks with subtle shimmer, which impart a dewy shine on lips. Don't they look like "silver bullets"? So cute!
4-Color Eye Palette ($39.90) is available in cool and warm tones - 02 Smoky Moonstone & 01 Smoky Copper. Mini eyeshadow & eyeliner brushes are included, for on the go touch-ups.
The eyeshadow colors are pretty pigmented. They don't feel chalky or gritty at all. The application is smooth, with very-very minimal fallouts.
Eye Definer ($19.90) comes in 4 metallic colors >>
The smooth and creamy texture makes application a breeze. It is easy to apply, glides on the skin without tugging. It is water-resistant... but tends to fade (on the waterline) after a while.
Here's the smoky eye look, using colors from both palettes. It was supposed to be a "no-eyeliner" smoky eye look. I "cheated" a lil', by lining the outer 1/3 of my lids using Eye Definer in Golden Brown. On my lower lashline, I applied Eye Definer in Pure Gold, layering Eye Definer in Copper Brown on the outer 1/3 (faded by the time I reached home). Larry told us that highlighting the brow bone (to him) is very dated. Hence, he taught us how to define the brows subtly, using the (slanted) eyeliner brush with highlight shade (in the eye palettes). I've been following this nifty tip ever since.
My LOTD (look-of-that-day) using mostly TBS makeup.
The Sparkler ($39.90) is a limited edition (lightly-scented) atomiser that releases a fine shimmery powder to highlight the face, body and hair. There are 2 variants - Enchanting Gold and Dazzling Copper. Needless to say, I chose the former.
This is great for parties! It gives an elegant shimmery touch to the overall look, not crazily shimmery kind.
Ahh... I'm officially in love with Ginger Sparkle range - smells sooo good! There's Body Butter, Shower Gel, Lip Dome, Hand Cream... just to name a few.
There's 3 different scents for the Hand Cream ($12.90) namely:- Vanilla Bliss, Ginger Sparkle, Cranberry Joy. I gifted my sis the cranberry one coz she loves sweet-scented stuff very-very much.
I had a wonderful pampering hand massage by the very skilful Herine :P Shiok neh~ I enjoy the lingering zingy ginger scent on my hands. Not to mention, my hands feel softer and smoother after which.
Hmm... I didn't really enjoy the food much... except for the mini macarons :X
The event ended with us (the bloggers) "exploring" the ION Orchard store. We did made a slight commotion (in a good way of coz). Singaporeans are curious kaypo by nature, hence we sort of "attracted" more customers into the shop :P
Thank you The Body Shop Singapore for the basket-full of goodies! And, thank you Ching Yan for the lovely invite!
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