Human Heart Nature Fragrance-Free Gentle Cleansing Bar

I'm not sure on this, but is this the 'new' version of their Natural Cleansing Bar I reviewed a year and a half ago? Click here. Hmm... I think it is the upgraded look of the soap. The packaging is perfectly coordinated with the rest of Human Heart Nature's soaps. I like it.

Fragrance-Free Gentle Cleansing Bar | Php59.75

100% Natural Cleansing Bar is cold-processed and harnessed nature's goodness to wash away the day's dirt and grime while leaving your skin feeling clean, fresh and moisturized. And because it's fragrance-free, your skin is left clean and clear from all the synthetic irritants found in chemical soaps.

I needed a fragrance-free mild soap to cleanse an item that is very delicate. (I can't tell you what it is) And since I bought it, I decided to try it for myself. I do not have sensitive skin and I am happy this soap provided supple and softer skin after I took a bath. I always apply lotion after I got of the bathroom to seal moisture. I can't stand it when women tell me they don't need to apply lotion just because the soap they are using is moisturizing enough. It didn't caused me any allergic reaction while using the cleansing bar. I like that it is Philippine-made, affordable and made with natural ingredients. I did not used this soap on my face.

I like it, but I still prefer soaps with scents in them. It makes me happy cleansing myself with scents that I love!

This soap is perfect for people with sensitive skin.

xoxo,
Chloe

Removing the Yoni Egg + Realizations

This has been honestly one of my fears because part of me has doubt if I can remove a yoni egg because I thought it would get stuck FOREVER. I obviously didn't know what to expect or feel because nobody taught me how. I did my research on the how, but still... it makes me anxious if I'd be able to do it. This is going to be a self-discovery for me.

I had the stone inside of me for the last 4-5days. I didn't know I could go on for that long! I heard some women could go on for weeks. I guess my yoni egg wanted to settle inside my womb for a bit. Sometimes I forget that I have an egg inside of me! I try feeling it just to be sure and do kegel exercises while I am at it.

Something comes along the way and this fear (whatever this is that bugs me) starts to rise in me. I could feel this fear; some stuff unresolved. I got to learn to relax, breathe and trust the process. I obviously couldn't get away from it. Something as this simple technique can bring up to a lot of old stuff... and that is why I am here on this journey -- get rid of that 'old stuff'.

Before inserting my yoni egg, I was more attuned to my body and to the stone. I was excited because in just a few minutes this beautiful egg will be inside my body. It is an intimate sacred ritual for me as a woman. It just fills me up and much conscious in the space that I was repressing for years! I wasn't scared that I am doing something like this just for me. Who knew something this precious is crafted for my sacred space. How come nobody taught me this? I mean, really!

Just thinking about it makes me all hyped up to get myself another yoni egg. I'm thinking of getting myself a larger egg to really work on my vaginal muscles... but I'm still in the middle of a debate. You and I will soon find out.

My Rose Quartz yoni egg is a medium size undrilled egg. Drilled yoni eggs has a hole at the narrowest portion so a string can be inserted for easy removal. I have my options, but I decided to get myself an undrilled egg and experience the unknown. Doesn't that sound a little scary? I am here to get to know my yoni, my relationship with my body and FEEL all these feelings -- good and bad -- that may arise within me. One thing I have learned is that: I cannot stop the bad things happening around me. I am not saying just accept them either, but feel these emotions and acknowledge them with an open heart. Stuck energy in the body is bad; keep the flow going. I am learning a lot. :) I still have some stuff I need to work on in me. It's not easy, but I had to let go what no longer serves me.

How can a yoni egg cleanse my womb? The thing about our emotions is this -- we store them in our bodies, and women tend to store a lot of negative emotions in the yoni area. When you have body work like massage done, to when you exercise, you release emotional charges that have built up in your tissues. Because a yoni egg exercises the yoni, your muscles will release emotional buildup and clear psychic debris from this area each time you use your egg. Based on the energetic properties of your stone, you can get very specific with your healing intent. For instance, using a braccieated red jasper yoni egg can energetically cleanse your womb of sexual shame. You can then switch it up and use a rose quartz yoni egg to infuse some gentle loving energy in the womb. You might then have some fun using a unakite yoni egg to amplify your manifesting powers. --thegoddessdiaries

I had my yoni egg for 4-5days and I successfully pushed the yoni egg just hours ago. I did it! Squatting is a good position to push the egg out. (Do it inside the bathroom) It took concentration, deep breathing and push to get my yoni egg out with ease. I caught it in my hands just in time and buried it in the soil to charge it energetically. Of course I shouldn't overdo the exercise. I still want my pelvic muscles toned and flexible and not stress the muscles too much as it can lead to an opposite effect. We don't want that to happen.

So there you have it! I did it! This was my 3rd insertion over the last month and two weeks by the way. :) I better space the next one weeks from now.

Deep down, I want to thank someone who got me into this path. It was this person who inspired me to look at myself from within. It was an unexpected day of my life and I am happy this person showed me the BS I was in. It was that day that I will not forget. Since that day I looked for answers everywhere, and still am as I stitch every pieces together. And each day I keep it as a reminder of what has to be done. To this person, I THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART. I wish I can tell it to this person personally... if I can, that is. This person's inner strength is very admirable... but something also tells me this person has an issue that needs to be worked on. Nobody is perfect. We all go through some darkness in our lives.

Whoa! My heart poured out today. I can't help myself. :)


UPDATE: July 10, 2015
TIME TO BLAST SOME SONGS IN THIS HOUSE!!!!
I want to practice on how to push the yoni egg out in me at will. I had my medium undrilled Rose Quartz yoni egg inside me the last few days and, for some reason, I was scared. There goes those unresolved stuff in me. *smiles* It took me courage to push the yoni egg out even though I already did it before. I am definitely learning something new about me. This is about me taking my time, patience, trust and developing a relationship with my body. I could touch the stone inside of me; my muscles were tense and warm and, as I relax, I tried guiding its way. And within few minutes, the stone was out! I thanked my yoni egg and buried it under the ground immediately.

I do not know any woman in my area who uses yoni eggs so imagine I had to look online for answers. I could feel in me after I listened to an hour long webinar that I wanted a yoni egg. I really do. I have no idea I had a part in me that would go through something like this. This is all about me. I am doing this for me. My husband was scared for me when I first inserted a yoni egg. I can recall the look on his face when I told him about it. I told him it was okay and not to worry... even though I'm kind of a bit worried myself. LOL! But now he is totally fine about it and supports me with these yoni eggs.

xoxo,
Chloe

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Bright Eyes

Wake up with bright and beautiful eyes! The eyes are the windows to our soul. It speaks a lot about someone behind the person who owns them, don't you agree?

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Bright Eyes | Php195

Eye patch that offers vitality to slack eyes. It has broccoli extract that brightens skin tone.

How to use:

1. Pull out the patch and place them underneath the eyes.

2. Remove the patch after 20-40 minutes and pat the remainder for absorption

I remember I used to sleep really late around 3-4 o'clock in the morning when I was in high school. Sure it was fun, but that's not how the body works. After I graduated I knew it was time to change my habits little by little until it became a lifestyle. I am more cautious and would really hate it if I missed my bedtime. I really really really hate it! I stick to my bedtime because little steps do make a huge difference!

I used this eye patch last night after my evening skin care routine. It feels nice and actually my favourite among the other gel patches I reviewed recently from THE FACE SHOP (Cherry Cherry Lips and Goodbye Smile Fold). It perfectly stayed underneath my eyes and it is quite relaxing. I had it on for 20 minutes (I read, blasted some tracks real loud and checked some stuff online) and I feel good as new! I like that the patch is large and thin enough to cover the inner to the outer corner of my eyes. The essence smells nice; I didn't know it has broccoli extract in it until now.

I wouldn't really depend on the product alone if anyone has dark circles. It is still better to get 7-8 hours of sleep every night to give the body proper rest and rejuvenate itself after a long day. Avoid too much tugging on the skin and squinting to minimise wrinkles around the eyes. Wear sunglasses during the day and (re)apply sunblock! Use an umbrella or wear a hat with a wide brim for more protection from the sun. Eat nutritious food rich in vitamins and minerals everyday. Purchase a hydrating eye cream. Drinking water can also help replenish from the inside out and plumps the skin. Plus, looking at the world with beauty will also help change our perspective every day. It also gives the eyes a friendly and innocent look into it. Try it. :)

I do like this one, but I find it expensive. I could use it if I have enough money or before certain occasions, but for now, I do not think I would be purchasing this at least for several months. For now, I think I would stick to two used chilled tea bags and place them over my eyes for total relaxation. It feels like paradise!!! I also get a cup of hot green tea for its antioxidants!

xoxo,

Chloe

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Cherry Cherry Lips

This is the second Modeling Gel Patch I bought from THE FACE SHOP for the lips. I never noticed it for months until I realised it was sitting in my holy grail of creams and potions for months waiting for me to make a product review. Dry and chapped lips don't look pretty on anyone! It makes me uncomfortable. I am so conscious on my lips, I get them exfoliated as soon as I see any flake.

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Cherry Cherry Lips | Php195

Lip mask that offers moisture to dry lips. It has cranberry extract to offer nutrition to the lips.

Face Yoga for moisturised lips

1. Press the lips together and put them inside the mouth

2. Breathe out and stretch it and let go to make a 'pop' sound. Repeat 3 times.

Directions:

1. After the face yoga, take out the patch and put it on the lips accordingly.

2. Remove after 10-15 minutes. Tap lightly to absorb the remaining essence.

The lip mask is a gel type shaped in a luscious and pink lips. It has cranberry extract to provide moisture to one's lips. Do the face yoga as instructed and smack this on for 10-15 minutes. Tap the remaining essence for absorption. Discard after use.

I had my lips exfoliated before I used this patch. It doesn't taste like cranberries or anything. It does look cute. I took out the patch and placed it on my lips but I find it frustrating as it slips and glides everywhere. I almost had it ripped! I try hard not to move any facial muscle, but it just doesn't work. It won't stay in one place. I lied down to keep this mask on my lips... and it worked, thankfully. I had it on for 10 minutes and it felt nice. 

But do I really like it? No. Not really. It does look cute, but it doesn't give that hydrating boost I was looking for for my lips. It was okay.

How to achieve a beautiful lips:

1. Gently exfoliate.

2. Stop smoking. It causes darkening and creases around the mouth.

3. Hydrate with water and eat food rich in antioxidants.

4. Massage lips with organic coconut oil to prevent fine lines.

5. For dark lips, use almond oil to naturally lighten them. 

6. Say kind words to yourself and to other people. Gossiping, jealousy, anger, and greed can lead to a harsh looking mouth in the long run.

Smile. It looks good on you when YOU smile.

xoxo,

Chloe

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Goodbye Smile Fold

I've heard about these kind of hydrating patches for the eyes and lips, but for smile folds? This one is new to me. People smile everyday, but I guess the more prominent it is (also called nasolabial folds), that causes us to worry. It causes to sag because the ligaments in our mouth loosen due to loss of collagen. Yup! There's that word again -- COLLAGEN.

THE FACE SHOP Modeling Gel Patch Goodbye Smile Fold | $6 USD

Boost up your skin strength with face yoga and this amazing patch! A patch that will crete a lively look around the mouth area by making the skin smooth and resilient.

Face Yoga Smile Fold

1. Make an 'O' shape out of mouth with eyes closed.

2. Keep the 'O' shape and move mouth from left to right. Repeat 10 times.

Directions:

After the face yoga, peel off the film and stick the patch well around the mouth area.

Take off the patch after 20-40minutes and tap skin lightly to get it absorbed.

I do not think it meant we shouldn't smile everyday because it is quite impossible not to smile. But when it comes to wrinkles, toning them down a bit would benefit a lot in the long run. Prevention is always better than cure.

I let these patches sit around my mouth as I am blogging after I did the face yoga smile for 10 times. It feels nice and moist because of its essence. I do not have huge smile folds but since I am curious on the product, I tried it. It looks kind of funny, but hey, it is all for beauty! The patches are not reusable; discard the patches after use. After 40minutes, I peeled the patch and slightly tap the remaining essence. The expiration date are written at the back too.

I couldn't tell any difference because it is only my first time I used the product. I think I have to use this every single day to get a result but I find it expensive thinking about it. I surely can't buy dozens even though you know I like to keep a back up. It isn't practical to purchase these but awesome just to try something new though I really wouldn't consider it as a must. I could use the money for a cream that really targets for any concerns I may have underneath the skin. These kind of patches seem to only work on the surface and the essence doesn't seem that very moisturising to me.

At least I get to learn how to exercise my facial muscles... but then again, I can always look it up online don't I? I've seen tons of videos from face yoga method, facial massage using Chinese spoons, how to minimize puffiness on the face, or how to get a natural v-shape face! They're everywhere! There are tons of information online and I am committing myself (again) to a list of facial exercises that I have learned a year back. We always work out for our body to keep it toned, our face has also muscles to prevent it from sagging due to gravity. So yes, time to look it up online if you haven't!

I have also mentioned COLLAGEN, the building block in our skin to keep it elastic. Here are the must to know:

1. Stop smoking.

2. Apply sunblock during the day and reapply. Still got to look for shelter from the harmful rays!

3. Do not drink too much alcohol or sodas. Keep oneself hydrated with WATER!

4. Eat food with antioxidants and essential fatty acids like olive oil, avocado, almonds, carrots, broccoli and salmon to hydrate the cells from the inside out.

5. Purchase a hydrating cream rich in collagen and hyaluronic acid.

6. Do not tug your skin too much especially when removing make-up. Treat the face delicately.

7. When taking a shower, you can easily remove any flaky residue on your lips using your finger. Finish it off with a moisturising lip balm.

8. Say kind words to yourself and to other people. Repeated words with jealousy, anger, greed, and gossiping can overtime lead to a 'harsh looking mouth'.

9. Follow the facial exercises regularly to see results.

10. Smile. What's stopping us to smile?

Smile... smile... and smile.

xoxo,

Chloe