Origins Smarty Plants CC Cream & Make A Difference Plus+ Rejuvenating Serum

Origins take a S.M.A.R.T. approach to skincare technology. Ahh... talk about beauty with brains.

Two products were introduced, namely:- Smarty Plants CC Cream [skin complexion corrector] and Make A Difference Plus+ Rejuvenating Serum [the upgraded formula of Make A Difference Rejuvenating Serum].

Do you know that dry skin is a common condition that affects all ages and ethnicity? 

According to a recent study, Asian women are more prone to a deficiency in Caspase-14 (an enzyme that helps skin produce and maintain critical moisture levels). A reduced level of this enzyme creates a biological hydration deficit that can lead to constant skin dryness.

After 5 years of intensive research, Origins introduces Make A Difference Plus+ hydration system that consists of:-

Rejuvenating Moisturizer [S$78 / 50ml] >> An ultra-light, oil-free moisturizer that deeply penetrates to help improve natural moisture deficiency in thirsty, damaged skin.

Rejuvenating Treatment Lotion [S$48 / 150ml] >> Penetrates on contact. Prepares skin for the hydrating treatments that follow to optimize absorption and provide superior moisturization.

Rejuvenating Serum [S$82 / 30ml] >> Instantly absorbs into skin, delivering deep moisturization. Creates oil-free hydration and helps restore strength to skin's moisture barrier while creating an internal reservoir of hydration.

At the conclusion of a 4-week clinical study, 100% women who applied Origins Make A Difference Plus+ Rejuvenating Serum showed a significant improvement in moisture!

Origins harnessed the potent power of plants to create this hydration system - Make A Difference Plus+. A signature complex of Rose of Jericho, Lychee Extract, Watermelon Extract, Rhodocrosite help correct ongoing deficiencies.

Rose of Jericho [pictured above], is the famous resurrection plant known for its hygroscopic properties that offers skin immediate and long-lasting moisturization. It helps correct existing dryness and damage while staving off future dehydration.

Just look at how the Rose of Jericho blossomed after it was 'fed' with water... amazing much!

We are exposed to daily environmental aggressors like pollution, UV and ozone that cause age-accelerating skincare damage. And so, after 10 years of extensive research on the effects of environmental stressors on skin, Origins launches the Smarty Plants CC Cream with SPF20 / PA++.

The new personalized approach to skincare simultaneously protects, perfects and corrects skin. When exposed to triggers, the intuitive release mechanisms in Smarty Plants cause encapsulated plant ingredients to activate and deploy skincare benefits.

How it works?

(1) PROTECT

The 1st process' encapsulated key ingredients activate when exposed to UV, ozone and pollution.

• Green & White Tea - Release age-fighting antioxidants when skin is exposed to UV rays
• Vitamin C & Vitamin E - Protect skin against pollution, ozone and environmental stressors
• Thermus thermophilus - Microscopic algae converts oxidative stress from pollution into light hydration

(2) PERFECT

The 2nd process perfects skin's surface texture with time-released smoothing ingredients.

• Encapsulated Salicylic Acid & Chestnut Extract - Gradually release to smooth skin's surface texture creating a "flawless" complexion over time

(3) CORRECT

The 3rd process color corrects via mechanically released encapsulates triggered by physical pressure.

• Plant-coated mineral pigments - Instantly corrects blotchy and intuitively adjusts to match skin tones

In a nutshell, the Origins Smarty Plants CC Cream [$37.50 / 40ml] is a skin complexion corrector that instantly color corrects while evening skin tone, boosting radiance, hydrating and reducing fine dry lines.

It comes in 'Light/Medium' [pictured above] and 'Medium/Deep' shades. It has a slight orangey undertone, which does not really suit those with fair skintones. Hmm... relatively okay for my fair medium skintone albeit making me look a lil' darker. Anyway, a detailed review will be up soon.

Last but not least, here are the other pics I took at the event venue - The Lawn @ Shenton [a specialty grill & salad safé for fully customized salad!]. 

Meat your greens with tantalizing grills, healthy greens, creative dressings & up to 24 toppings to choose from! The portion is hugeeee! A healthy yet super satisfying brunch :d~

Do try the mushroom soup... very-very tasty!

Stay constantly hydrated for healthy skin (:

I think everybody should like everybody - Andy Warhol (hmmm...)

That's all for now. Thank you for reading!

***All info & unmarked images are extracted from press release.***

The Body Shop’s Upcoming Launches feat. Vitamin E Serum-in-Oil, Spring Trend Makeup Collection & Blueberry Body Care Range

Few weeks ago, I had a sneak preview of The Body Shop’s exciting upcoming launches - Vitamin E Serum-in-Oil, Spring Trend Makeup Collection & Blueberry Body Care Range.

The event started with the introduction of Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil, the new addition to the Vitamin E range. Waking up with skin looking refreshed and more radiant is now achievable with this bottle of wheatgerm oil goodness! 

Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil [S$42.90 / 28ml] is a technical innovation that combines the power of a serum with the indulgence of an oil to replenish and recharge skin with moisture overnight. A perfect combination of potent ingredients and leading skincare technology, the advanced serum blend is light-weight and delicate, providing a fast-absorbing, non-greasy application. Suitable for all skin types.

PS: Samples were given to 126 women and they reported waking up with beautifully refreshed and revived skin appearance, with that blissful recharged, replenished feeling and rested look. 90% of women agreed that the product feels light on skin. And, skin is highly moisturised for up to 24 hours!

 
What's in it?
High concentrations of wheatgerm oil - the highest in the Vitamin E range. Wheatgerm is the nutrient-rich centre of the wheat seed, and it is highly concentrated in Vitamin E. Wheatgerm oil is one of nature’s highest sources of antioxidant Vitamin E.

How to use?
Ideal for all skin types, Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil can be used every night, before moisturizing, or as a treatment when skin needs an extra boost. To be applied on cleansed and toned skin.

Ways of using it: 

• Apply after cleansing and toning, on its own as part of your night time regime (refer to the image above for the application technique).
• Mix with night cream. Scoop out a small amount of your night cream into the palm of your hand. Gently blend together with a few drops of your Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil and apply over the face.
• Use occasionally as a boosting treatment.
• Apply to targeted areas to combat dryness.

Next was the introduction of the Spring Trend Makeup Collection.

The highlight of this collection is none other than the limited edition Hair Chalk [S$9.90 each].

For the uninitiated, Hair Chalk is the IN thing in 2014! It is a quick, easy and affordable way to add temporary bold colors to your hair.

Available in two 'hair-raising' shades:

• Tickle Me Pink - a playful pink that pops on blondes
• Falling For Blue - a bright blue that is electric on brunettes 

Whether it is for single strands that pop with colour, an ombré look or a funky two-tone twist, The Body Shop Hair Chalk provides a fun, DIY splash of colour.

Apply, wear, and wash-out. It is that easy. 

Transform your look with these beautiful blue and pink shades! 

The Body Shop Spring Trend Makeup Collection also include these complementary shades of best-selling Shimmer Cubes Palette and Flavored Lip Gloss ♡

The new shimmery Flavored Lip Gloss - 53 Rose [middle] & 12 Vanilla [right] retail for S$16.90 each.

These new Shimmer Cubes Palette - 26 Poppy Pink & 30 Gorgeous Bronze retail for S$36.90 each. 

If you have yet to try their best-selling Shimmer Cubes Palette, you really ought to get one of these (or maybe both!). Fyi, these well-pigmented babies were swatched dry and the colors are just oh-so-pretty!

For a sweet romantic look, get Poppy Pink [01 garden rose, 02 deep fuchsia, 03 light coral, 04 champagne pink]!

For a neutral smoky look, get Gorgeous Bronze [01 rich espresso, 02 burnished gold, 03 dusty fawn, 04 warm copper]!

Camwhoring with Maybeline!

Last but not least, we had a pampering hand scrub/massage session with The Body Shop Blueberry Body Care Range.

In celebration of the iconic Body Butter range, their very latest addition – Special Edition Blueberry is a rich, creamy body butter jam-packed with uplifting blueberry fragrance. 

• Blueberry Body Lotion - light & fluffy lotion with rich, velvety natural ingredients
• Blueberry Shower Gel - soap-free & lather-rich shower gel with uplifting blueberry scent
• Blueberry Sponge - cute chirpy-looking blueberry bath sponge that whips up a lather and is soft on skin
• Blueberry Body Scrub-Gelee - gentle exfoliating scrub that leaves skin smelling like freshly picked blueberries
• Blueberry Lip Butter - buttery texture that melts onto the lips for instant hydration

Never leave this tub of Blueberry Body Scrub-Gelee in the kitchen! It smells and looks so deceptively delish that one might mistake it for the real thing (blueberry jam)... don't say I never warn you!

Ooo... it was love at first sight upon seeing this super cute blueberry bath sponge. It instantly brought a smile on my otherwise weary face (: 

Okay, that's all for now. I am off to enjoy an invigorating, blueberry-bursting experience with these blueberry goodies now!

***All info & unmarked images are extracted from press release.***