Call me addicted. I just can’t get enough of moisturising my face. I thought I’ve become so intense when I hadn’t failed to put on moisture creams before I put on makeup but guess what? I still put it on even when I don’t and we still haven’t talked about my nightly beauty regimen here. I also put night creams. Ack.
Though I only have a combination skin, somewhat normal to most Asian standards, I can’t help but put importance to skincare esp the face. It’s bad enough that it’s often exposed to harmful elements, can you imagine the stress of …read more

Fresh
Soy Face Cream
Fresh Soy Face Cream is a beauty ritual must-have for all skin types. This Sephora-exclusive complexion essential is enriched with natural protective soy proteins, restorative rose water, soothing cucumber extract, nourishing meadowfoam, and jojoba seed oils that work together to provide moisture and promote collagen synthesis. It hydrates and renews the skin, creating supple, healthy, firm, radiant results.
After two days of hot weather, my skin took a beating since it’s not really used to temperature hitting the highs of 40s. Hot and cold, literally. It actually had a shock when it experienced lows of around 12-14 (usually at …read more

Yes, that’s right. It’s all about BIODROGA Systems for me.
After telling you all about my Morning Skincare Ritual, we move on to the nightly skincare ritual.
I believe that finding the right sort of skincare system you can work into your nightly ritual is a best thing you can do for your skin. I reckon skin needs its much needed pampering and rest for whatever it was exposed to throughout the day. And personally, there are only three (3) things that are the key to a skincare ritual — cleanse, tone, and moisturise.
Anyway, I’ve decided on the switch simply because …read more

Cold weather can bring about a ridiculous showing of dry skin. After having spent a few days in temp between 11° and 26°, my skin is in turmoil. I can hear it screaming, “Oi, oi, oi! I’m dehydrated, silly!” Gah.
This made me try and come up with ways to manage dry skin. And right now, they’re the following:
1. Drink lots and lots of liquids, esp water and tea (English tea, please!).
2. Say no to bar soap (even if it says that it’s moisture-rich).
3. I’m drenching my skin (all over!) with Neutrogena Body Oil.
4. On my face, it’s all about moisturising. …read more

Of all three, the latest and more novel of the lot is the addition of the Neutrogena Body Oil in my beauty stash. And since I’ve already written something on the Facial Scrub and, of course, the Alcohol-Free Toner, I thought it best to put the spotlight on the (sort of) newbie.
This isn’t the first time I’ve used the Body Oil, in fact, it was first introduced to me by my friend Bunny when we did an overnight-er in a condo in Ortigas (that was, like, around 1996). I fell in love with it and had bought a bottle of …read more

After a night with OLAY Regenerist, the following day had me scrambling to prepare for several appointments for the day. Of course, after showering, skin care comes first before applying the makeup. It was time to put on the Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum then the day cream, the OLAY Regenerist Regenerating Cream (Perfecting Cream).
It’s included in the roster of OLAY Regenerist products which will be launched mid-November 2008 here in Manila.

Of course, this is one of the creams in the OLAY Regenerist line that’s perfect for daytime use. Along with the others and exclusive to Regenerist, it contains OLAY’s …read more

Sensai Premier
The Body Cream
A meltingly rich formulation that caresses the skin, senses and spirit. Contributes to renewed firmness, silkiness and radiance in the body skin.
I just learned that Kanebo Cosmetics launched a new product for Autumn/Winter 2008. It’s under the Sensai Premier line, The Body Cream.
Reading up on the product, it tells mystic description of having been inspired by the enduring mystique of the moon in all its phases. Sounds poetic, eh? Of course, looking into the actual product, it’s formulated to reach deep inside the skin which will support DNA repair functions and reverse aging. It promises a renewed …read more

Shiseido White Lucent Brighten Up Eye Kit
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Shiseido
White Lucent Brighten Up Eye Kit
The Shiseido White Lucent Brighten Up Kit is designed to visibly diminish dark spots, freckles, and dullness. White Lucent Brightening Eye Treatment helps you beat dark circles at their own game, supported by a trial-size cleanser, moisturizer, toner, and serum for overall whitening. A coat of mascara adds a finishing touch.
I’m not sure if it’s really working out for me but I’m so attached to beauty products that are concentrated on the care and beautification of the eyes. Actually, I’ve been religiously applying skincare more than makeup …read more

Green Tea Honey Drops Body Cream, Elizabeth Arden
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Elizabeth Arden
Green Tea Honey Drops Body Cream
A super moisturizing, all-over body cream, infused with a blend of real honey and fragrant green tea extract, to help calm and condition dry skin.
Over the weekend, I spent loads of time with my good friends in a place that occupies a very special place in my heart, Palawan. Third time around but this time it’s all about new beginnings and growing up BUT what do you get if you throw four (4) women together? It’s actually a given that you will talk about girl-y stuff, …read more

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Yu-Be Moisturizing Skin Cream
Yu-Be Moisturizing Skin Cream soothes and moisturizes dry skin. This glycerin-based cream is enriched with vitamin E, vitamin B2, and camphor. It has a uniquely high glycerin content and absorbability achieved through a special manufacturing process which makes Yu-Be so effective. Use it to smooth rough, dry patches on hands, elbows, knees, and feet. It softens and reduces tough calluses, including hard, cracked heels, and helps heal and prevent split cuticles. It replenishes lost moisture from water damage or frequent hand washing, helps heal and minimize scarring from burns, and protects and moisturizes skin exposed to …read more