VanityTrove Mar 2013 Edition

The March VanityTrove has gotta be my favoritest trove ever! The previous troves were mostly about skincare. This time, they had not 1 but 2 makeup items. That made me squealed with delight upon unveiling the trove!
 

VanityTrove Mar 2013 Edition is all about red carpet glamour... being comfortable in your own skin. 


I was hyperventilating when I saw Laura Mercier in the trove! That was a deluxe sample size of Tinted Moisturizer Creme Compact (Nude) by the way.


Another favorite of mine in this trove, was this full-size Zao Compact Powder ($36.90). It was a pity that it was a refill, which does not include the beautiful bamboo casing.

Zao is new to me. It is a french brand, known for using 100% natural formulas that have been enriched with active organic ingredients. The compact powder sets, mattifies and balances the complexion for a smooth and silky finish.

302 Beige Orange is a lil' orangey and warm on my fair medium skin tone. Regardless, I like to use it to set my foundation or as a quick touch up. Like what it claims, the finish is really smooth and silky. 


Laura Mercier's best-selling tinted moisturizer now comes in a convenient portable compact. This latest innovation - Tinted Moisturizer Creme Compact ($71/7.4g), features a lightweight creme formula that is available in 12 shades for all skin types.

It gives the skin a dewy, natural-looking flawless finish. And, it also has SPF20 UVB/UVA, antioxidants, Vitamin C & E to guard the skin from environmental stressors.


The 'nude' shade is neutral, which matches my skin tone. It is easy to blend, giving the skin a natural finish.


It does not have full coverage as it cannot fully conceal my flaws (blemishes and dark circles). It is definitely a need to set with powder (pressed/loose).


Kilo Off Organic Herbal Slimming Tea ($16.90/box) is made in France, which contains natural and herbal ingredients. It comes in different varieties that can be enjoyed hot or cold.

The hibiscus/meadowsweet variant helps eliminate excess water, toxins, fights water retention and activates microcirculation. As for the melissa/mint/lemon one, it helps to stimulate digestion and prevents bloating.

I don't rely on slimming tea to lose weight. No harm trying though. Anyway, the best way to effectively lose weight is regular exercise coupled with healthy eating. 'nuff said.


Skinfood Gold Kiwi (brightening skin care line), contains quercetin, an ingredient from gold kiwi. Basically, it helps to hydrate the skin to make it look firmer, clearer and brighter.

Gold Kiwi Toner/Emulsion (150ml) retails for $37.90 each.

Other samples included in the trove:

• Huiji Fruity Lite ($6.90/box)
• My Beauty Diary Southern France Apricot Mask ($16.90/10pc set)
• Paul Smith Optimistic Women EDT ($136/100ml)

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Thank you for reading!

***All info are extracted from VanityTrove booklet.***