Rucy’s Vanity Whitening Effect Mineral Two way cake SPF35 PA ++

Hi guys been a while and Happy Chinese New Year! In addition to that I am reviewing products from @RucysVanityPH – well this Korean brand has been circulating around the social media scene.

RUCY’S VANITY WHITENING EFFECT MINERAL TWO-WAY CAKE SPF35 PA++ the

It says in the description, it combines the goodness of FOUNDATION & POWDER in one. Provides protection against UV rays with whitening effect mineral. It comes in 2 shades, Natural and Dark Beige.

WHAT TO LOVE!:

  • The price is affordable and reasonable for just PHP 250, order it via online http://rucysvanityph.com/
  • I like the casing, even though its white – it doesn’t get dirty easily and it is a jiffy to open (pull down the lock)

  • Upon opening, the powder is protected by this DOOR LIKE TRANSPARENT SEAL (easy to open) and above the seal is the sponge.
  • The sponge once used, doesn’t stain on the TRANSPARENT SEAL

  • The powder itself is not bad, it gives a matte finish look and full coverage – yeah it gives this luminesce and whitening effect (in a good way, not the chaka kind like the old days). The natural beige comes perf with my light toned skin plus it is not irritatin
  • It good for the whole day, reapplication if needed.

WHAT NOT TO LOVE:

  • I am not a fan of the sponge ( that comes with a tie) entirely but the quality of the sponge gives full coverage for the powder. I am just having a wee bit difficulty in applying using the tie because I don’t appreciate dabbing only. I am used to thick foundation sponge and prefer the stroking/strobing application – apparently you can do it on the product. So I did stroking/strobing instead of dabbing.
  • I noticed at the back, at the ENGLISH description, ONE WORD in shortcut “PROTCTION” & “UV LAYS which should be UV RAYS. Maybe the manufactures glitch in order to fit the text together or IT WAS JUST BY COINCIDENCE (I can’t say for all). But its NO BIGGIE, because it is still understandable and readable – amazing how the brain works! The important thing is how good the product is.

Krishgeek rates:  4/5 score ( because I am not a fan of the sponge ONLY)

SAN SAN Concealer Stick, Eyebrow Mascara & WW Cream

PRODUCT REVIEW:

L TO R (BEIGE & NATURAL)

CONCEALER STICK PHP 125.00

For the past few months, I’ve been using SAN SAN Cosmetic Concealer Sticks (PHP 125.00) with Vitamin C & E in “Olive” and “Natural” Shade. Well both shades worked for my skin tone (natural) and skin type (oily and sensitive). It wasn’t greasy and it was long lasting along with a good foundation ofcourse. I put conceler first before the foundation. If I want an all natural look to cover my pimples and blemishes I used the NATURAL and for that Summer & Tan look like I used the OLIVE shade.

EYEBROW MASCARA PHP 135. 00

 L TO R: DARK BROWN & LIGHT BROWN
 L TO R: DARK BROWN & LIGHT BROWN

Eyebrow Mascara comes with a hefty screw brush – its having a filler with a built in brush. upon application it is like putting on mascara on your lashes its kinda sticky at first (then it dries up) and its light plus no annoying smells, compared to your eyebrow shadow but it does keep on place and as the time goes by it stays on longer, like you don’t need a primer for your brows. I prefer the light brown over the dark – it suits me more because it matches my hair. Another tip only use a rightful amount that could give coverage to your brows and you may need a make up remover after.

WW CREAM PHP 220.00

WW Cream stands for Whitening & Wrinkle Control Cream it is like compared to your usual  BB and CC cream feel but what I like about this product that it is LIGHT & NOT GREASY on the SKIN and it has SPF 30. It contains ARBUTIN, COLLAGEN & HYALURONIC ACID which makes skin youthful, bright and moisture plus It adopts to your skin color. If you feel like going on a bare face, this is good and it like has everything.

Products available at any HBC Branches, follow them on Instagram @myhbcph and LIKE them on facebook 🙂

 

 

 

 

 

San San Cosmetic Lippies (HD & Lip Crayon)

SANSAN HD (High Definition Lipstick with VIT A, C, E with SPF 15)

 These HD lippies cost PHP 160. 00 and available at HBC branches – well it comes in a reasonable, affordable price and the packaging is nice (metallic & futuristic vibe). It says it provide full coverage (I suggest layers or reapplication to get the full coverage), with Vitamin A, C & E & creamy matte finish but it felt like a moisturizing lippie except “Pale Plum” & “Pretty Pink” kinda had this creamy matte finish among the bunch. On the lips it was light and refreshing plus I like the relaxing vanilla scent. It is easy to removed and it has this moisturizing effect. My favorite is the “Nude Brown” and “Pale Plum”.

SANSAN LIP CRAYON (Long wearing – Matte Finish – Vitamin C & E) PHP 165

*Been using it for too long*

I really like this product because it is MATTE and I like the DEEP RAISIN shade, it was light on the lips, full coverage and doesn’t create those annoying cracks that you get from matte lipsticks . It had a moisturizing effect and the price is good, reasonable and affordable. Wished it had that roll on the bottom to extend it  but you have to re-sharpen (if there is such a word) with a chubby pencil sharpener.

Post Workout Care

Lately I’ve decided to get back into working out after a month of abstaining (from working out). It’s hard but then its 2017, one of my goals for this year is to get back to shape in 3 months – to go to the gym atleast 4 times in a week & LISTEN.

I never shared any fitness tips on my blog for the fact, I haven’t achieved my body goal since I started gaining weight after my board exam – It’s been 2 years (Ang sarap kaya kumain!) and like no progress at all. My weight was a YO-YO but for those girls who are struggling the same I hear you.

Since I’ve devoted myself into blogging to skincare why hasn’t there been a blogpost of post workout care. So here are my personal faves and for years it has been a routine that I have improve as the years go by.

After working out, Ofcourse you take a shower preferably a little bit cool (to cool down the body) but as years passed I stopped taking a shower right after working out right away because I start developing veins on my feet. So now I prefer to shower at home after few hours. Only on occasions, I take a shower right after like I have an event or work right after.

After taking a shower, I like spending time in the gym’s steam room with my favorite hair mask. Been using hair mask for years and I atleast do it once or twice a week to make my hair smooth and healthy (That’s why I manage to have straight hair in good condition) – its more practical compared to a hair spa. You can buy a small tub in the local drug store and grocery.

Hortaleza Professional Self warming hair mask PHP 34.00 , comes in a sachet and it does speak for itself its does go warm as you apply it from scalp to roots. The texture is like scrub-like and it smells good. Well its like buying a salon quality product at an affordable price. My hair is so smooth and it is relaxing. It didn’t mention any instruction on the pack on how long should it be leave on but usually FOR ME about 5-15 minutes while I am in the steam room and 5 minutes at home (in the shower). You apply hair mask after shampoo & conditioner.

Another regimen I do in the steam room, is using a body scrub why? to remove all the LIBAG and to exfoliate my body’s skin.

Body Recipe Moisturizing Body Scrub 230 g – PHP 182.00 – Well I use body recipe soaps, hair removal cream and the scrub DID NOT fail also because like all body scrubs did do justice making my skin soft and brightens my skin. Well compared to those drug store / boutique body scrubs this smells good and its bigger.  How to use it? 1. Apply scrub on moistened skin or during bathing 2. Gently massage 3. Leave on 3-5 minutes 4.Rinse thoroughly 5. Follow Body Recipe Hand & Body Lotion 6. For best results, use 2-3 times a week.

A personal post workout care that I apply before going to sleep – LEGS & ARMS FIRMING LOTION, which I learn from my mother since she uses CLARINS ( I wasn’t able to recall the full name of the product but it has like anti cellulite properties), which is quite expensive but I was able to find another alternative and I can buy from a reasonable price since I don’t earn that much CATHY DOLL CHILLI BOMB PHP 349.00 It helps simulate the fat-burning system and comes with 3 firming treatment beads (L-carnitine, cucumber and chili extract). I do this routine for the skin to be intact, prevent sagging and more cellulite.

Review: TOP-O (Topical Oxygen Supplement)

TOP-O is a water-based preparation which contains Water, Oxygen and Sea Salt, makes it as a moisturizer for all skin types and conditions. It says in the bottle, it compose of mainly dissolved oxygen and a tinge of sea salt in 80mL volume of water. Primarily to have good skin, OXYGEN is the key for it to be healthy, young-looking, fresh and glowing!

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I personally used this anytime when my face itches or gets irritated – when my zits are breaking out and getting itchy. I just spray it over and leave it on and the itchiness plus swelling disappears which makes makes my skin feeling fresh and hydrated. I do use it before applying my make up, after washing my face, applying my toner, other creams and serum, after all absorbs that’s when I spray TOP-O (as my moisturizer). I realized the more I get older, the importance of moisturizing my skin since I am exposed to different kinds of environment, it does affect my skin plus the aging factor.

How do you use TOP-O

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(I was testing the product, should have removed my specs haha)
  1. Hold TOP-O 2-3 inches from the skin
  2. Spray religiously several times a day
  3. DO NOT WIPE, let the skin absorb it/dry by itself

Follow TOP-O on instagram @TopicalOxygenSupplement

Available in 7/11, WATSONS, SOUTHSTAR DRUG, MERCURY DRUG & MORE‼️

📱VIBER 09178398339 📱SMS 0977813412

Visit  www.top-o.com.ph

Oracle Aesthetic Clinic: 3-LIPOMAX (Fat & Cellulite Reduction)

It’s been a year since the launch of Korea’s premiere aesthetic center here in the Philippines – Oracle Aesthetic Clinic. In line with that their state of the art technology enhancing beauty and  also less painful making it already accessible to the Filipino Market. Cheers to 1 year Oracle Aesthetic Clinic!

From my previous post from last year, I’ve tried the Korean Facial and I swear, usually when you have facials you feel swollen after right? After that service my face was bright, glowing and radiant, its like I haven’t undergone any extractions.

When it comes to the price range, you have to consult first and visit their clinic at 2/F Republic Glass Building 196 Salcedo St. Corner Soria St. Legaspi, Makati Village because prices vary according to the condition and kind of services needed for your skin. Get also your skin assessed too, with their SENSOR machine- it can trace your skin’s moisture, elasticity, skin tone & temperature.

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The staff, technicians and nurse esthetician are so friendly and highly trained – they get the work done and everything is STERILE – means clean!

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This time I’ve tried the 3-LIPOMAX, it is for fat & cellulite reduction) what it does with the use of MAXIMUS powered by TRI-LIPO,  it triggers the muscles to contract making it to burn more calories, even when your sitting down and doing activities in the same time you are burning. It is advised that this treatment be done weekly, along with diet and regular exercise.

Starts off by applying a gel at the target area so the machine can roll through it. The feeling? Its prickly-like  but tolerable you could really feel the heat but its NOT PAINFUL. I wanted to target my tummy and arms, It takes around 20 minutes for the entire front tummy & 15 minutes per arm. Getting the treatment maximum of 2 target areas or depending as advised by the doctor. Can’t wait to blog my journey about this and other treatments I’ll be getting.

There is an ONGOING PROMO for this month UNLIMITED 3-LIPOMAX!!

3-months unlimited body contouring P25, 000

6 months unlimited PLUS 2 sessions NIR Face skin tightening P50, 000

9 months unlimited plus 4 sessions NIR face skin tightening P75, 000

12 months unlimited plus 6 sessions NIR face skin tightening P120, 000

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Oracle Aesthetic Clinic

Contact Number: +63 2 801 4131 / +63 916 223 8821

Visit www.oracle-aesthetic.com.ph

Instagram: @oracle.aesthetic

Whipped Sugar Waxing Salon: Scrubbing Sweet Experience & Soft Supple Skin

Whipped Sugar Waxing Salon doesn’t only offer “sugar waxing services” but also “scrubbing” services – known as their  “CARAMEL SCRUBBIN ” (Combination of Scrubbing & Waxing)

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Whipped’s Caramel Scrubbin starts off by cleansing the area and application of their all natural caramel scrub not only it has smoothening properties, it also has Vitamin C which lightens the dark spots and all-out skin. Then after, they start with the “waxing” with their all natural sugar wax.

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This is a must treatment I get for my underams every month, I’ve done more than 3 sessions already and results shown it has lightened somehow. I’ll be posting an “after picture” once I’ve gotten the desired result. (Seen from my previous post – you’ll see the process of caramel scrubbin’ ). Sugar waxing and Caramel scrubbin’ paired together makes my skin looking youthful, radiant and soft. I’ve been receiving complements from friends saying –  “GIRL! Effective”. Now my next target are my legs since I have gained lot of scars growing up wished I took care of my legs sooner. Well its never too late.

 

Caramel Scrubbin’ Services:(Rates differ according to FEMALE & MALE)

  1. Underarm (F – P350 , M- P450 )
  2. Arm (F- P500, M-P600)
  3. Chest (F- P450, M- P550)
  4. Stomach (F- P 450, M- P550)
  5. Back (F-P500, M- P600)
  6. Inguinal (F-P500, M-P600)
  7. Half Leg (F-P670, M- P770)
  8. Full Leg (F- P1000, M- P1150)
  9. Full Body (F-P3000, M- P3350)

Benefits of Sugar Scrubbing

  1. For a clean and clear skin.
  2. Bye bye flakes! – flaky skin (dry patches) accumulates overtime
  3. Renew skin
  4. Perfect Glow
  5. No more dark patches
  6. Remove those nasty scars
  7. Get that smooth skin
  8. Awesome feeling
  9. Healthier skin
  10. Improves texture

Branches:

  • 3rd Floor  Ayala Fairview Terraces
  • Avida Southpark, Alabang
  • 2nd floor, Eight Forbes Town Center BGC.
  • Follow them on instagram: @whippedsalonph #YummerWithWhipped #WhippedItOut #StrippedWithWhipped #SmootherWithWhipped #WhippedATC #WhippedAFT #WhippedETC #DareToGetWhipped #GetWhippedNow #WhippedMNL #OnlyAtWhipped

 

Saladbox Launches E-Commerce Shop

Saladbox, a Philippine discovery retail service, is set to launch their own e-
commerce store this November 11. The company has been making noise in the
beauty and grooming industry since it was relaunched November of last year.
Aside from launching their new website, the fast growing company is now
expanding by offering another service to their valued customers who love to shop
online.
“Nowadays, people are after convenience. In transportation, we have Uber and
Grab. In communication, Viber, Facebook Messenger, Skype, and other
messaging apps. In online retail, we have a lot of players. Majority are fashion e-
shop, but the beauty category in online retail has not been explored that much
yet. This is where we come in,” says Paul Dimafelix, Founder and Managing
Director of Saladbox.
Starting this Friday, November 11, Saladbox Shop will sell beauty products,
styling accessories, grooming kit essentials for both women and men. Some of
the brands that Saladbox will be offering in the store are global brands
Glamglow, Victoria’s Secret, Ciate, Lioele, and up-and-coming local brands
Lipmate, Rraw and a lot more!
“We are helping people to discover the best beauty, grooming, and lifestyle
products through our subscription sampling service and our online magazine.
Now it’s time to offer them these products inside the website. Since they won’t
leave the website to buy the products we recommend, it makes it easier and
more convenient for them,” Dimafelix said.
Visit www.saladbox.ph

When I Started Using Organic Shampoo, Conditioner and Soaps

I personally use these products- and I guarantee to you the results from my personal experience. I’ll be sharing to you the pros and cons of using all organic products.

Organic Shampoo : Lush Sea Salt Shampoo

Pros: No chemicals, Makes hair look healthy and vibrant, and after a few hours the hair doesn’t oil or get greasy (which I personally love)

Cons: It doesn’t give you that smooth and silky feeling like commercial shampoos do. Not student budget friendly.

Organic Conditioner: Lush Veganese Conditioner

Pros: No chemicals, Makes hair look healthy and vibrant, and after a few hours the hair doesn’t oil or get greasy (which I personally love)

Cons: It doesn’t give you that smooth and silky feeling like commercial conditioners do. Not student budget friendly.

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Coffee – INVIGORATING | Honey- MOISTURIZING (Personal fave) |Singkamas- REVITALIZING | Sunflower – SMOOTHENING |

Organic Soaps: BODY RECIPE by HBC (Follow @myhbcph)

Pros: Affordable got the body recipe soaps worth P90, No chemicals, My “backne” seems to disappear or lessen, smooth on the skin and smells good (long-lasting). Helps relieve dryness and restore silky softness to skin. Washes away dirt and refreshes skin. Improve skin tone and healthier appearance.

Cons: Melts easily, the duration would take atleast 2 weeks.

 

Age Well With NutraWell

Nutrawell is the latest innovation and only available at GENERIKA PHARMACY – the most affordable collagen drink in the market for P99 each and buying the entire pack of 17 (7g) sachet cost around P 1400.

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What makes this powder drink different? Lets start with the basic, collagen is abundant in babies that’s why the have soft and smooth skin. For nutrawell it is composed of 5000 mg collagen and it is ORGANIC. This is the first collagen drink with ASTAXANTHIN & HYALURONIC ACID. ASTAXANTHIN – slows down the aging process and HYALURONIC ACID serves as a moisturizer (hydrates the skin). In about 14 days, you will see visible results. Collagen is advisable to drink for those in those starting 26 years old since I am 23 years old and I want to maintain my skin inside and out I would recommend this product except for those who are pregnant ,breast-feeding and on medical treatment. This advisable to be taken once a day at night – it may cause you to be a bit sleepy and so our body can absorb it. And my personal hack since I’ve tried other collagen drinks its better if you could melt with warm water if you plan on drinking it with cold drinks. I prefer mixing it with another drink instead of diluted form in water. NUTRAWELL is made of fish collagen (like the salmon, the reason why they are pinkish  because of PHEOMELANIN), serves also a sunblock – still use topical sunblock for additional protection (It has also GLUTATHIONE btw).

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Simple Tips for Age Management

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Taking care of your health and beauty go hand-in-hand. In fact, the foundation of nurturing and maintaining your youthful vibrancy relies on adopting daily health habits. To help you get started on living a better life while ageing with grace, here are simple health and beauty tips that will keep you radiant.

#1 Eat Healthy Food

Enjoying plenty of fruits and vegetables everyday goes a long way in maintaining your youthful glow. Coupled with whole grains and lean proteins, a diet rich in these natural goodies can help the skin maintain its healthy complexion. Including organic sources of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet also contributes to keeping the skin strong and elastic. On the other hand, eating food rich in anti-oxidants bolsters the body’s ability to combat the effects of sun damage and pollution on the skin. As an added bonus, anti-oxidants also fight free radicals that lead to wrinkles and other signs of aging.

#2 Maintain an Exercise Routine

While the benefit of exercise on keeping your desired weight has long been known, it also has a direct effect on keeping skin beautiful. Exercise increases blood flow, ensuring enough nutrients and oxygen reaches your skin. The blood flow also helps skin cells flush away toxins and waste products, helping the body in its natural detoxification process through the liver. Regular exercise also tones your muscles, helping boost your overall look. Just remember to avoid excess tension when you exercise, especially on your neck and chest area. Prolonged tension will pull-down your facial muscles, making you look less youthful.

#3 Keep Everything Clean

It is absolutely important to keep yourself clean. Regular cleansing washes away dead skin cells and any toxic build-up on the skin that could lead to blemishes and poor complexion. But you must remember to be gentle!  Use mild soaps and cleansers with warm water, this way you don’t strip away essential oils from your skin. After cleansing, remember to use a moisturizer to keep your skin supple. Most importantly, your bed has to be clean too. If you don’t change your sheets often, any dirt or bacteria on your bed can cause unexpected breakouts.

 

#4 Manage Your Stress

Stress causes wrinkles, fine lines, acne breakouts and other skin blemishes. In some cases, stress even leads to eye bags, dry skin, grey hair, and hair loss – especially when it is uncontrolled and left unchecked. While the most immediate way to be rid of stress would be through regular massages, there are more practical methods to alleviate stress that can be done in your own time without any additional cost. Daily stretching and meditation sessions do a great deal in reducing stress levels. Spend at least 20 minutes a day calming yourself while breathing deeply to keep stress at bay. It will help you look more refreshed and beautiful.

 

#5 Avoid What Damages Your Skin

Other than processed food, refined sugars, alcohol, and cigarette smoke – the sun is among the leading sources of skin damage. Even when you’re indoors, the sun’s harmful UV rays can still take a toll. That is why it is incredibly important to always use sunscreen. At the bare minimum, use sunscreen with SPF 15 – and they must be reapplied every two hours. When it’s especially sunny outside, it’s best to use protective clothing that can block ultraviolet rays. Another important tip is to always drink water, to offset any moisture and hydration lost from heat exposure. Constant hydration also helps the body cleanse itself while keeping the skin supple.

A great way to support your daily routine would be to boost it with all-natural food supplements, giving your body all the nutrients it needs to strengthen itself and maintain its youthful vibrancy. While the choice of food supplement is best decided between you and your Physician, there’s one readily available, over-the-counter product tailor made to manage the ageing process. Generika Drugstore’s Nutrawell Collagen with Astaxanthin and Hyaluronic Acid helps the body repair and protect the skin, keeping you beautiful as you age. Certified as organic under the Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS), it contains key components that nurture the skin from within.

Nutrawell Collagen is a powder mix that can either be taken on its own or mixed in your favourite drink or food. It has 5000mg of marine Collagen that rejuvenates skin firmness and radiance. Its 60mg of Hyaluronic Acid helps prevent osteoarthritis, cataracts, infections, and skin dryness. The 70ug of Astaxanthin helps protect the skin from UV damage. It is a powerful carotenoid anti-oxidant that helps promote eye health while also aids in preventing cancer. Research also suggest that Astaxanthin is a potential aid in cardiovascular health by possibly lowering down triglycerides, raising good cholesterol and improving blood flow.

Nutrawell Collagen also contains Elastin which helps the skin remain elastic, Biotin which boosts skin, nails and hair health plus it also helps to ease eczema and dermatitis and L-Cystein which can lighten one’s complexion. Of the powder mix’s components, Vitamin C is among the most critical as it is an anti-oxidant that helps the body strengthen its tissues, keeps the heart healthy, and boosts the body’s ability to produce and repair collagen.

Healthy habits paired with the right food supplements can help you keep fit and age with grace. Through these healthy tips and Generika Drugstore’s latest age-management innovation, you can enjoy more out of life while retaining your youthful vigor.

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To learn more about Nutrawell Collagen with Astaxanthin and Hyaluronic Acid and/or Generika Drugstore, simply visit http://www.generika.com.ph/ or like its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Generika.com.ph