Venus and Mars All-Natural Handmade Soap: Honeycomb Pomegranate (Emu Oil Based)

This is my last stash Venus and Mars product. I need to restock.

All-Natural Handmade Soap: Honeycomb Pomegranate (Emu Oil Based) | Php295

Honey Comb Pomegranate is packed with special nutritive jelly for Queen Bees and extracts from the Pomegranate Fruit. It aids in promoting collagen and elastin, helps remove signs of hyper pigmentation through gradual micro-exfoliation, helps in shielding the skin from the harmful effects of the sun and encourages radiant skin. It also works for all skin types - dry, oily, normal, combination. Honeycomb Pomegranate is bee-friendly too as no bees are harmed during the harvesting process.

The new packaging (white) on their products are nice, but I still prefer the colorful and floral designs... like the one in the photo.

I used this as my facial soap for a month a half. My skin feels looks clear, fresh and soft to touch. I still did get a pimple or two, but overall, my skin looks amazing!

I have not read anything on any concerns for people who are allergic to honey. But if you are, please do a small skin patch test first. (or not at all, if you are allergic)

xoxo,
Chloe

Human Heart Nature RoseDew Mist

Face mists are so popular these days to keep ourselves refreshed on mid-day. Not only that, the vitamins and minerals infused boost our skin's hydration and supple.

RoseDew Mist 50ml | Php275

100% Natural | Alcohol-free

Spritz to a dewy bloom and keep that cool morning petal-freshness from sunup to sundown! Get a beauty boost times two in one dainty all-day spray:

Healthy Hydration: Pure rose water, beetroot extract and aloe vera give taut, dehydrated skin that revitalizing mid-day quench.

Makeup Meld: Save on touch-ups! A spritz of our RoseDew Mist helps set make-up, preventing it from flaking off for longer wear.

I do not use this during mid-day. However, I prefer to use it as soon as I get out of the shower, and as an addition to my evening skincare routine. That's when I want the antioxidants get absorbed to my skin when my skin is thoroughly cleansed. Everyday, I spray within an arm's length to my face, neck and decolletage (and after I applied my toner at night.) My skin looks and feels soft like a baby's. The fragrance though is a little strong for me; I hope they'd toned it down a bit. This product is 100% natural and alcohol-free.

As for make-up, I cannot say anything much on that because I don't wear make-up. I can't tell if it does prevent make-up from flaking off.

xoxo,
Chloe

HUMAN HEART NATURE Scented Cleansing Bar: Clean Cotton

Human Heart Nature added another exciting scented cleansing bar in their list! If you want to find out, keep reading.

Human Heart Nature Scented Cleansing Bar 120g | Php74.75

If you are looking for just the right kick of citrus to invigorate your mind and stimulate your senses, hit the showers with our Lemon Zest Cleansing Bar. If you're after a balanced sense of calm and well-being, the suds with Lavender Mint. And if you want that crisp, clean scent of clothes fresh out of the dryer, try Cotton Clean.

Whichever you choose, you can be sure that our cleansing bars are perfectly gentle on your skin. They're cold-pressed to retain their natural glycerin, which helps your skin soft and supple. Here's a bonus: cold-pressing consumes less energy and produces less waste.

Did you know? It took us more than two years to develop our cleansing bars because we wanted to create soap that's truly good for the skin and the earth! They are without any trace of BHT and EDTA, discoloration-preventing chemicals commonly found in many soap bars that can irritate the eyes and skin. Our soaps are 100% natural, skin-friendly, and earth-friendly. Bathe only in goodness!

[ Read my review here on their Lemon Zest Cleansing Bar, Lavender Mint, and Aloe Vera (I think this one is discontinued) ]

These soaps are not only good for our skin, but also for our planet! My skin feels nice and soft every time I bathe without drying. If you may have noticed, all of their soaps are in plain white bars with an embossed logo. It takes a whiff to figure out what kind of soap you get in case you are surrounded with tons of their cleansing bars. I did not understand it the first time they released their soaps. Here's why: they want to keep their soaps as pure and safe for everyone, and to our earth, without the use of harmful chemicals.

The CLEAN COTTON Scented Cleansing Bar reminds me a lot of their Fragrance-Free Gentle Cleansing Bar though, but with a hint of a smell to it that is just right. I am not a fan of scents of "clothes fresh out of the dryer" kind.

I wonder what next scented cleansing bars they'll be releasing next? Please let it be vanilla and chocolate. :)

xoxo,

Chloe

Beauty Ritual

Don't you just love spending a little more time for yourself after a long week or just an hour of getaway for yourself? Giving to others is a good thing, but we also shouldn't forget to give to ourselves. Self-love is a bliss! It all takes on what YOU like in this beauty ritual. There is no limit how long you wanted to do it, but what feels good to your body.

Just couple of hours ago, I did felt I was depleted after a long week at work and I knew I needed some time for myself -- and that means no distractions. When my husband sees me make some concoction in the kitchen, he knew I did not want to be disturbed for few minutes and just let myself be. I am happy he understands how much this means to me.

To make it a more seductive experience, you can light a scented candle or spray a little perfume and play a soft music as the background. I really like vanilla. And optional: pull a mirror to see your lovely self. Yes, I took a large mirror. But if it too much, start slow. There is no rush to this beauty ritual. Take your time.

The best part of it is slowly spreading this treat on your face and/or body. Enjoy the messiness! I mixed milk, honey and a ripe banana and slowly slather my body with this delicious treat. You can add a few drops of Frankincense or Ylang Ylang essential oil for more luxurious beauty ritual. Choose essential oils that are gentle to the skin.

One of the things I have learned, is listening to my body as I apply it with absolute care. Delicately apply and feel how the mixture glides on the skin. What do you see? Hear? Smell? You can also do breast massage. Leave it for 5-10 minutes or as long as you want, then wash it off with a warm towel and take a warm bath. Apply a generous amount of coconut oil to moisturize or your favorite lotion. Drink a glass of your favorite green smoothie afterwards or tea if you prefer. Your skin will not only feel soft and radiant, but you will also feel good doing these rituals for yourself.

Every beauty ritual is different to me and you. It still lies to what makes YOU feel good. Personalize it on what makes you happy. It is such a wonderful gift when we give to ourselves first. It replenishes us on the inside out feeling rejuvenated, beautiful and sexy.

xoxo,
Chloe

When the Yoni Egg Is Not Ready

I had my yoni egg yesterday. It feels like it misses to be snuggled inside of me. I could hardly feel it, but it feels good to have my Rose Quartz yoni egg in me.

For the last few months, I have been thinking way lot and I noticed how it drains me. I was out of sync with my body. Just being able to sink into my body even for few minutes takes a load off my shoulders. I did also felt my intimate space wanted the yoni egg so much. Between my Rose Quartz and the Mahogany Obsidian, I chose the Rose Quartz for myself... or was it my womb that chose it for me?

I was a little scared at first like it was the beginning of everything. It feels nice after I inserted it and continued my day with stuff. It's nice to sink my attention once in a while in my womb and know it is there to support me in subtle ways. I had my egg in me for 12 hours.

My period started so I had to push my egg out because it is not recommended during moon cycles. I caught the egg and I could feel my yoni egg was not ready to leave my body. I buried my yoni egg to recharge itself.

I love this Spiritual Practice. I do think every woman needs to celebrate that space she has and not be ashamed of. It feels luxurious to use these crystal eggs inside our yoni as we get to know more about our body and make us feel good.

I do not know when I'd be purchasing my third yoni egg. I just don't feel it right now, but am excited for that day to come.

xoxo,
Chloe

Venus and Mars All-Natural Handmade Soap: The Salt of the Himalayas (Emu Oil Based)

Time for another soap review from Venus & Mars Naturals!

All-Natural Handmade Soap: The Salt of the Himalayas (Emu Oil Based) 135g | Php295

Hand-harvested natural salts known to be the purest, highest quality gourmet and bath salts are what make up this bar. Kept in a pristine environment surrounded by ice and protected by lava, the Himalayan Pink Crystals utilized are pollutant-free, which makes it beyond wonderful for the skin. Every wash provides the skin more than 80 nourishing and skin-replenishing minerals that help alleviate severe cases of dry, mature, sagging skin. It helps purify the skin and deposit necessary minerals needed to make it look glowing. Blended with Emu Oil, Olive Oil, Castor Oil, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Himalayan Pink Salts and fruit extracts from Yuzu, Satsuma Mandarin and Bitter Orange, your skin will be visibly healthier, tighter and suppler in every wash.

Directions for Use: Create a creamy lather by adding a little water unto this handmade bar. Spread the lather gently unto the skin. Rinse, pat dry and say hello to suppler and brighter skin!

I saved this soap for last to cleanse my face. (I do also have another V&M soap I also saved for last to use for my face with) I have read an article about the benefits of Pink Himalayan Salt, and I knew I just got to try it out.

The Benefits of Himalayan Salt

Himalayan salt is far superior to traditional iodized salt. Himalayan salt is millions of years old and pure, untouched by many of the toxins and pollutants that pervade other forms of ocean salt. Also known as "white gold," it contains the same 84 natural minerals and elements found in the body. This form of salt has also been maturing over the past 250 million years under intense tectonic pressure, creating an environment of zero exposure to toxins and impurities.

Himalayan salt's unique cellular structure allows it to store vibrational energy. Its minerals exist in a colloidal form, meaning that they are tiny enough for our cells to easily absorb.

Health Benefits

Promotes a stable pH balance within the cells

Improve circulation

Strengthen bones

Reduce signs of aging

Increases hydration

Support healthy respiratory function

Create healthy libido

Promoting cellular hydroelectric energy creation

Source

All those wonderful benefits of the Himalayan Pink Salt in a soap? Who would resist?

I used this cleansing bar for 2 months to wash my face twice a day and it leaves my skin clean and supple. It has a beautiful pink color and does not have any fragrance at all. It did not dried my skin nor did it caused redness. It made my skin look really nice, dewy and glow.

xoxo,
Chloe

Positivity

 Take good care of it, and in return you will benefit heaps!

"Whatever we plant in our subconscious mind and nourish with repetition and emotion will one day become a reality." -Earl Nightingale

...and you will never look back ever again. :)

xoxo,
Chloe

Human Heart Nature Strawberry Exfoliating Bar

Yay for strawberries!!!! Human Heart Nature came up with another scented soap in  strawberries. What a way to indulge my week with a strawberry exfoliating soap.

Human Heart Nature Strawberry Exfoliating Bar 120g | Php84.75

100% No harmful chemicals

Infused with loofah exfoliants that deeply cleanse and invigorate skin | Cold processed to retain skin-hydrating abilities | Free from harmful EDTA and BHT present in most soaps | Soothes the senses with its delicious strawberry scent 

The Natural Seal certifies compliance with the Natural Products Association Standard for Personal Care Products

Moisturizing and gentle to my skin. This soap makes me want to eat it as it reminds me of a bowl of fresh strawberries and milk. What's even surprising is that this bar comes in color PINK! Why? Because most of their soaps come in a white bar of soap in whatever variant it was. Lovely, isn't it? The tiny microbeads that exfoliate my skin do okay, but not to what I consider 'invigorating'. It is cold processed soap and free of harmful chemicals... and it is in pink! Remember that! :3

Both their Vanilla Exfoliating Bar and this Strawberry Exfoliating Bar are both my favorite! I wonder what other fun soaps would they come up with.

Purchase it here.

xoxo,
Chloe

Venus & Mars Naturals Whitening Underarmour

Commercial deodorants as we all know has harmful chemicals that will affect negatively to our body and one of the culprit of dark underarms. I even doubt if it really lightens underarms in a matter of weeks like they claim. Well, lucky for some, but for the majority, it makes us shun away to wear sleeveless top. I stay away from these types of deodorant and I am really picky what to use for my delicate underarms.

Whitening Underarmour 50ml | Php555

Underarmour is especially formulated to extremely whiten and smooth dark, bumpy underarms as it keeps you cool and fresh throughout the day. It may be used even by people with sensitive skin. It also comes with a very refreshing scent, which will surely de-stress, keep you fresh and brighten your mood all day long! Comes in two variant: ACAI + MULBERRY or ALOE VERA + LICORICE MINT

I bought an each of these deodorants. It was on sale when I bought last year at the World Trade Center.  I have bought V&M's original deodorant years ago were it comes in a green spray bottle. It made me smell fresh all day and lightened my skin in a few months while pairing it with other whitening products. They all worked together!

 (This was taken couple of years ago! The "old" look of their deodorant.)

Now they come in a dark bottles, to which from my knowledge, protects the "sensitive ingredients" from being exposed to the sun. But even still, I still store it somewhere it is not reached from the damaging sunlight... just to be sure. I am not much into the white sticker with labels written of the product thing. I kind of fancy the colorful and cute designs they put out in their soaps than this.

Since I got good results from their "original" deodorant, I have decided to try their new deodorants. Not only it has emu oil and other ingredients that will leave my underarms looking smooth and clean, I am not worried if it will cause irritation or darken my underarms. Just give it a quick shake and spray it, done. Both of these variants smell nice especially the ALOE VERA + LICORICE MINT because it leaves a wonderful peppermint scent. Though the price per bottle is expensive, I'm happy to say it lasted 5-6 months of use. Did it kept me fresh all day along? Yes to an extent as long as I do not run errands left and right especially out in the sun, or a sudden rush of adrenaline coming straight at me. If I am at home or in an air conditioned office, this would work tremendously.

I did also paired it with V&M's CPC+G Oil. (I'll still make a review on that!) I dabbed a little of this and sprayed this deodorant to see if it worked, but sadly, after 5-6 months, it did NOT lighten my skin. Maybe a teeny bit it did lighten, but it wasn't an overall drastic change. I was expecting a lot out on this product since they come in new packaging and new formulas.

Would I buy it again? Yes I would. Only because it is a trusted brand I have used for a few years and my skin did not irritate at all. Natural deodorants are hard to find these days that also work well for my body chemistry. (Though there is a part of me that wanted to create my own deodorant. I found a homemade deodorant recipe on Youtube a week ago.) For now, I can't jump around and test another deo because we all know underarms are very sensitive; a slight irritation means embarrassing dark spot in that area! But if I did ever find something better, and done my research, why not?

xoxo,
Chloe

Trader Joe's Nourish All in One Facial Cleanser

It had been years since I used this facial cleanser from Trader Joe's. Someone bought it for me because this person knew I loved the product. You can read my old review here if you want to. I am almost ran out of my other facial wash, so this came in just in time.

Nourish Dermatologist Formulated All-In-One Facial Cleanser [$5.99USD]

 The Facial Cleanser is a gentle, sulfate-free, soap-free formula that dissolves oil without drying your skin. It's enhanced with antioxidants like green tea extract and vitamins A, C, & E, which aid in rejuvenating your skin. It's gentle enough for all skin types, from sensitive to normal to oily. You can use it for daily cleansing — use a washcloth to add a gently exfoliating element — and it makes a terrific shaving gel, too. We're selling each 8.45 ounce pump bottle for $5.99, every day, a phenomenal value for a Cleanser of this quality.

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, Panthenol (Vit. B5), Retinyl Palmitate (Vit. A), Cholecalciferol (Vit. D3), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vit. C), Phytonadione (Vit. K), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Coenzyme Q-10, Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Extract, Copper Peptides, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid

I have noticed something different every time I wash my face with this product. I tried ignoring it for a week, but it just was not 'gentle' on my skin. It almost feels like, the cleanser was a little harsh, heavy and... my skin was not getting that "happy vibe" at all. I did not like the scent of this. It made my face and neck slightly irritated. There were times throughout the day I would scratch my skin for a bit. I was alarmed! I immediately switched to another product and my skin is happy now.


xoxo,
Chloe

ETUDE HOUSE Like 20 Eye Concentrate and Booster Essence

I decided to combine two reviews for this post. I'd be reviewing Etude House's Like 20 (Twenty) eye concentrate and booster essence.

This is an early anti-aging skin care line introduced by Etude House who are in their 20's to get in the habit of taking care of their skin..., or who wants to look "twenteen" as long they can. "Keep your skin elastic, create a protection layer, keep it moist and you will have a young looking skin like in your 20s", is their slogan for this beautiful collection. It contains ceramide and murumuru oil to keep skin supple and smooth.

Their Like Twenty skin care line consists of:

1. All Day Cream Pact
2. Booster Essence
3. Essential Emulsion
4. Booster Essence
5. Eye Concentrate


On with the review!


Like 20 Eye Concentrate

Etude House Like 20 (Twenty) Eye Concentrate 30ml | Php800+

This is an eye cream that provides moisture to the dry eye area with its smooth application for a firm eye area free of wrinkles. Formulated with ceramide and murumuru oil.

Direction: Dispense certain amount onto eye area before applying cream, gently dabbing with fingertips.

It comes with a dispenser as I easily control the amount of product on my ring fingers, and gently dab around my eye area. It smells nice and does leave the skin supple. I do not have dark circles or crows feet, but it helps keep everything moisturized. I like it that it comes in a dispenser because it keeps it sanitized rather than a jar. I use it at night. I have been using it for weeks, and my eye area looks great!



Like 20 Booster Essence

Etude House Like 20 (Twenty) Booster Essence 100ml | Php900+

This Booster Essence contains Brazilian Muru Muru Tree Butter and Ceramide to moisturize, firm and protect your skin. It absorbs quickly to soothe skin. It will prevent your skin from losing hydration and create moisture barrier.

Direction: After morning and night ritual, dispense certain amount onto palm of hands and lightly massage from inner to outer areas of face, patting to absorbs remaining contents of the skin. More effective when lightly hugging face with palm. 

 The product almost comes in a semi-transparent dispenser. It is a gel-type boosting oil essence to relieve skin from aging. One to two pea-sized amount is all it needs to keep my face, neck, decolletage, and the back of the hands to keep it soft and moist. I love the scent of this one. It sinks into my skin quickly and leaves my skin supple. I like to apply this at night for a more skin rejuvenation every time I sleep, and wake up fresh.

I am so intrigued by their ALL DAY CREAM PACT. Has anyone tried it?

xoxo,
Chloe

All Day Cream Pact

Eye Concentrate 

Finishing Cream

Booster Essence 

Essential Emulsion 

- See more at: http://www.miss17february.com/2013/12/etude-house-like-20-twenty-early-anti.html#sthash.wAQ9nnnT.dpuf

All Day Cream Pact

Eye Concentrate 

Finishing Cream

Booster Essence 

Essential Emulsion 

- See more at: http://www.miss17february.com/2013/12/etude-house-like-20-twenty-early-anti.html#sthash.wAQ9nnnT.dpuf

Human Heart Nature Chamomile Cool Feminine Wash

Ladies, we all know the importance of taking good care our delicate area. You know what I mean.

Chamomile Cool Natural Feminine Wash 200ml | Php156.75

98.66% Natural | SLS/SLES-free | Hypoallergenic

A woman's body deserve utmost respect and should never settle for anything less than it deserves. Our Natural Feminine Wash was created to give women the gentlest and safest for their intimate area, for a fresh and clean feeling without the harmful chemicals.

Keep cool, clean and confident with only the best nature can offer: a pH-balanced, clinically-tested feminine wash with soothing aloe vera, cleansing coconut and natural cooling ingredients in a calming chamomile scent.

Why did it me took long to discover this fem wash? I've been using several commercial feminine wash all my life, and none of them came close the difference it made me feel after I used this. I feel clean, fresh, and protected for the whole day. The formula is concentrated and smells nice, and didn't I mention it is natural, SLS/SLES-free and hypoallergenic. It is so gentle and leaves a cooling feel in the intimate area. This big bottle could last for months! Instant love for this product. I highly recommend this.

Besides CHAMOMILE COOL, they also come in CHAMOMILE FRESH, and POWDER COOL variety. Lovely scents to choose from!

I would also love to try their Feminine Wash for Red Days. I've read a lot of wonderful feedback about it. It is to be (only) used during period. I'll try this one for sure.


xoxo,
Chloe

Venus and Mars: All-Natural Handmade Soap: Lulur (Emu Oil Based)

After years of being bacne-free, I started to get bacne probably from stress, hormone, dirt and grime, or certain body wash that may have caused this. How frustrating! I may have to note myself NOT to use those products again. I know what I said on my previous post, but this soap helped me cleared my skin together with V&M's milk salts. I look forward for their milk salts, too bad they ran out of stock. I repurchased this soap from a bazaar I went to a year ago.

All-Natural Handmade Soap: Lulur (Emu Oil Based) 135g | Php295

The Javanese Lulur is considered to be the queen of treatments and has been practiced in the palaces of Central Java since the 17th century. There, the pursuit of beauty has long been a daily ritual and the Javanese Lulur an integral step, leaving the skin soft, supply and shining. V&M Naturals Lulur is concocted to leave the skin clear from impurities by means of its turmeric content mixed with emu oil and tea tree as it whitens the appearance of the skin through its powerful combination of arbutin, calamansi and papain. Moisturize and pamper the skin with the rest of the ingredients and find a noticeable and renewed skin after each use!

Every soap they sell look pretty from the way they were cut and presented. I like that each of their soaps were labeled differently, colorful and cute. All their soaps have also increased in size which also increased their prices, which seems to me it won't stop V&M fans from repurchasing and try out what's new in their skincare line.

I could not smell that strong scent of turmeric, or somewhat faint I guess. It was non-irritating at all and my skin felt nice and clean afterwards. I only use this soap on my body for 2-3 weeks. I wash my skin (bacne) with this, and seems some of them dried. YAAAS! V&M's Lulur has also whitening ingredients such as arbutin, calamansi and papain. I could not tell if my skin lightened a shade or two in just 2-3 weeks, which of course I should buy more if I wanted to and use it every day.

But I think I know a way: I can make a turmeric paste, but it will be quite messy.

Hmm... that's funny. Nothing had changed from neither these reviews I wrote. Oh well...

xoxo,
Chloe

Venus and Mars: Whitening CPG+G Soap

This soap is a repurchase from a bazaar I went to last December 2015.

I read my previous review on this bar which you can read here. I wasn't impressed by it, and I want to see the micropeeling thing everyone was talking about even after purchasing 2-3 bars of this, but nada! Now it is finally back, the soap I was so used to, has changed a lot!

Woah! Was I stoked!

CPC+G White 135g | Php295

 Clair Blanche -- Papain -- Calamansi + Gluthatione!

This mixture does not only effectively whiten the skin, it also makes skin healthier because of its Vitamin A, C, E, potassium and other more essential minerals content! This is a micropeelingbat that gets rid the dark epidermal skin, making it easier for the whitening extracts to seep better unto the deeper layers of the skin.

 

Strip off that dark skin with the concentrated and intense peeling essence of CPC+G White! Leave on for 3 minutes on the area you desire to whiten and rinse. Do not forget to do a patch test. Best used with CPC+G concoction.

Ingredients: Emu Oil, Virgin Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Avocado Oil, Bearberry, Calamansi, Clair Blanche, Papain, Gluthatione, Willowbark, Iron Oxide (Non-Dye Mineral Color)

I could save 2-3 months of use for this soap since it now comes in bigger size. I knew I had to get one! This bar has now turned into light orange in color. It also smells a bit minty to me.

Been using this soap for a month and a half, and I could really see that the epidermal layer of my skin peel especially if I stood under the sun for better view, which almost looked like I did not applied my lotion for the day. It is one of the most horrifying but satisfying thing to see. It did not hurt nor irritated my skin. And since it helps the skin peel, it maximizes whitening products to sink in. It was also recommended to use their CPC+G OIL, which I do also have (FREE).

I do not use this for my face nor do I use this on my entire body; I only use this soap on areas that I need to even out my skin tone. I leave it for 2-3 minutes then rinse. With continuous use and by using their other whitening products, I would say it did help my skin lighten. It is a slow process, but I am getting there. Yes, it works!

This soap has improved so much! And my previous review is now history. Way to go, VNM!

xoxo,
Chloe

Self-Love

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day! The day to show our love to our significant other how we feel by giving them letters, flowers, chocolates, dinner in a restaurant and tell each other how much we love them. It is really sweet and all..., but the love I wanted to emphasize now is the relationship within YOURSELF. We tell others how we feel, but do we get the chance to look in our eyes and fully be in love with ourselves? This Valentine's Day, let your cup be overflowed with love.

1. Turn the volume up and start dancing. Look at the mirror while dancing and see and feel how your body moves! It's also a great workout and gets the heart pump up. You don't need to tell this to anyone. Just let your body move for you!
2. Say "I LOVE YOU" while looking deeply into your eyes at the mirror. This could be very uncomfortable at first, but saying how much you love yourself is a step to give love to you. Do this every day morning and night or every time you pass a reflection of yourself out in the public, tell to yourself "I LOVE YOU". Allow your heart to open and feel every emotion that may rise without judgement. See that person in the mirror eye to eye, and say the three words it is dying for you to hear: I LOVE YOU.
3. Every time you apply your favorite lotion or coconut oil on your body, say kind words and feel how it feels gracefully. Take the time to let your fingers touch the parts of you. Look at the beauty marks, curve, feel of the softness of your skin with such love. Tell every single cell of your body how you love it.
4. Take a hot bath and splurge a thing on two on organic products that you always love. It could be soaps, bath bombs, epsom salt, body wash that let your body feel how luxurious it is. You can fill the bath tub with rose petals, and light a scented candle or a soft music to get you relaxed. Take a glass of red wine or hot tea with you to soothe you. Or light a Himalayan Salt Lamp near you for added relaxation.
5. If you are curious on some fandom out there that other people kept on loving and talking over and over, give yourself the chance to learn why they love it too. Read the books, see the movie and look it up online what is it about. Or perhaps a hobby you wanted to learn. Whatever it is, don't stop learning!
6. A 10-15minute of meditation out with nature is a good for the mind, body and spirit. It centers you before starting your day and focuses on the present moment. Do not beat yourself up when you are starting. Practice and focus on the breath when you meditate. You can also do yoga. There are videos online that can help you start.
7. Write a love letter to yourself. Tell yourself the positive qualities about you. Pour your heart out and just write what your heart wanted to say.
8. Massages. Well, who doesn't love massages? Let the masseuse use coconut oil for massaging your body.
9. Prepare a healthy meal for yourself. You can have fresh salad, fresh juice (coconut water, fruits and vegetables), kombucha, hot tea or a vegetable sandwich. Nourishing the body within will show on the outside how you take care of it.
10. Receive with grace. No matter how big or small, a simple 'Thank You" while looking at the person in the eye is a beautiful gift because not a lot of people do not take time for this. Feel in your heart how it feels when you receive from other people whether it be a compliment, help, or food.
11. This is optional, but if your body is ready, you can purchase a Yoni Egg. It may sound scary at first, but it is an intimate way with our wombs after years of shutting her out. It is a crystal shaped like an egg to be inserted inside of a woman's sacred temple. I promise you, it won't get lost inside your body. You can also do a Yoni Steam if you prefer. Trust me when I say this that it is sexy. Look it up online about it.
12. Learn to say "NO" on things that do not serve you. Say it without being guilty. You are giving to yourself first before anyone. You are the priority. I wouldn't call it being selfish, but I rather call it SELF-LOVE.

Just added this on the list! :)
 
13. Buy a sexy lingerie for yourself. Lace? Fun sexy print? Go for it! Throw away the old ones!
14. Gratitude. At the end of the day, be thankful no matter how small it is. Write it down on your journal. Was it a call from someone? A friend who listened to you? The sunset? Chocolate? The stars? Fresh watermelon? List it down.
15. Sleep naked.
16. Breast massage with coconut oil.

This Valentine's Day, or whatever day it be, SELF-LOVE is the most beautiful gift you can to yourself. And it all starts from in the inside. :)

xoxo,
Chloe

Human Heart Nature SafeProtect for Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF15

The sun is deadly to our skin as we speak. Sun protection is important every day no matter where we are or what the weather is -- sunny, cloudy, rainy or snowy! UVA and UVB rays are harmful to our skin which could cause premature aging and brown spots if we do not do anything to protect ourselves as early as now. If you still do not have the habit of wearing sunblock, please do so. This isn't just about beauty, but also for our health and safety when we are out in the sun.

I am happy they finally released a sunscreen 100% natural, Paraben-free and reef-friendly. I had to purchase the biggest size to suit my sun protection need.

SafeProtect for Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF15 200g | Php399.75

Let your kids create memories that last while caring for them in the long run with SafeProtect, your ally in year-round sun protection.

Armors: SafeProtect's PA+++ rating provides high protection against skin-aging UVA rays.

Blocks: Don't see double - SafeProtect's SPF 15 blocks 93% of skin-burning UVB rays! SPF 30 actually blocks only 4% more.

Cares: With a reef-friendly formulation, SafeProtect is free from harmful chemicals present in commercial sunscreens that cause the bleaching of corals when washed off.

Did You Know? That thin white film on your kids’ skin means SafeProtect is actively shielding them from harmful UV rays AND saving the reefs. Tell ‘em to rock that white, eco-warrior!

Lucky for me this sunblock was on SALE! Why was that? According to the saleslady I talked to a month ago, she said this sunblock will soon be discontinued and the company will create a sunscreen for kids with an SPF30. They had to bring down the price because... they had to! From Php600, it was marked down to Php399.75.

You might also be wondering why I am using a sunscreen for KIDS. It's simply for me; I like to use it that's all.

Even as for an adult myself, this sunscreen is good and it protected me while I was out in the sun. I always give it a good shake and apply sunscreen on to my clean skin. It smells like KAOLIN CLAY and I do not like the smell of it. But I had to forget the smell and remind myself I am doing it for my skin. The sunscreen feels sticky and will leave a white film on to the skin -- which is not surprising at all because it supposed to happen. I always make sure to give myself an extra 15-20minutes before leaving the house just to be sure it has settled on my me and sealed my skin from the sun! I pay extra attention to my face, neck, decolletage, the back of my hands and other areas exposed to the sun. I did not experience any irritation or breakouts when I used this product. If the white film is worrying you, it will leave no trace of it after you give it a few minutes and you're good to go. Unless it's your first time using sunscreen, it will take time to add a few adjustments but it is a good investment that will protect your skin for years!

I know I should've used sunscreen with SPF30, but I surely will buy one once I ran out of this. If I feel I need to reapply during the day, even for an oily skin myself, it does feel uncomfortable. I use a blotting paper to soak excess oil, then apply sunscreen. I try not to think about the sticky feeling that much but once I am done, it feels good to be protected from the UV rays. The white film is very evident which makes me look like a zombie in public, but it will settle in a few minutes. Give it time. I travel anywhere with this sunscreen on hand, I am careful not to squeeze the tube by accident and prevent it from spilling all over my bag.

Human Heart Nature's SafeProtect Sunscreen is Reef-friendly which means the corals in the sea are unharmed from being bleached from commercial sunscreen's chemicals when washed off. Not only you're giving yourself a 100% Natural and Paraben-free for you but also for our aquatic friends! Remember to give this sunscreen a shake before use to prevent the oils and the cream from separating.

Protecting ourselves from the sun is serious. Do not stay under the sun for too long even while using sunscreen. Don't squint when out in the sun! Wear sunglasses, wide brim hat and use umbrellas to shield yourself from the sun. Eat healthy food as such tomato, green tea, oranges, spinach etc. Hydrate yourself everyday!

This product is good for both adult and kids.

xoxo,
Chloe

Philcillin Crocodile Oil Soap

Crocodile Oil? I get goosebumps when I hear this. Is this a new thing I never heard of? I love skin care but this oil makes me uncomfortable.

On my recent trip we had in Davao to visit my relatives, I had these red spots on my calves (front)! It wasn't itchy nor irritated, but they're just there. I had no idea if I was bitten by mosquitoes or if I had allergies of some sort. I had no clue nor could I recall anything that could make this happen. I was worried what these were.

Just hours before our flight back to Manila, we had a quick stop at CROCODILE PARK. I lost count how many times I've been there. You could see crocodiles plus other animals and get to take pictures together with a python (harmless... I think!), baby orangutan, baby crocodile and a Cockatoo(?). (Was it a Cockatoo?) But one thing that intrigued me besides their Ostrich Ice Cream and Crocodile Ice Cream in different flavors, was their CROCODILE OIL. I've never heard of such a thing. I went inside their souvenir shop and head straight to the skin care products made out of crocodile oil.

At first I was a little skeptical. I do not know anyone who uses crocodile oil in their beauty regimen. They are c-r-o-c-o-d-i-l-e-s! I get scared! I read a pamphlet they handed out and it has lots of benefits for our skin. I instantly thought about these red spots on my calves, thinking this could help me get rid of it.

Besides their best selling crocodile oil, they also sell soaps and lotions made out of this oil as well. I wanted to try it out first if crocodile oil are suited for me. I was a bit hesitant, but wishing it could help me with my skin problem, I decided to buy their small crocodile oil soap (chocolate).

Philcillin Crocodile Oil Soap (Chocolate) 50g | Php190

After crocodile oil penetrates the skin, it can promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, activate cell regeneration, speed up the metabolism, accelerate the replacement of old skin cells. 

I picked the chocolate variant because I love chocolate! It's a 50g crocodile oil soap loaded with benefits of a crocodile's oil and the benefits of chocolate. Before I used it on my calves, I tested it first just to see if I was allergic to it. Thank goodness, I wasn't.

I use this soap everyday for a month to wash my legs (Why not the whole leg reap the soap's benefits and not just the calves?) with this soap. Though the product says it is in chocolate, it rather smells like a peppermint. I find the smell of it unexpected. When the last bit of soap I had was gone, I checked my calves and the red spots finally dried up. I did not experience any redness on my legs when I used this soap. All I got to do now is wait for my skin to fully heal and hopefully these dried brownish spots lighten.

Even with the positive results I had, there is still a part of me that is a little hesitant. I am really not sure if 'd purchase these again on my next visit. Or maybe I just couldn't get my mind off how scary crocodiles are? I had the feeling I still need a little bit more of convincing or time. I would love to read other reviews about the product. There were a lot of people say it was a great find,... but I'm the kind of person who likes to read details on how it worked (or not) on them.

Have you tried crocodile oil as well?

Image Credit: Philcillin Crocodile Oil

Pricelist for Crocodile Oil Products:
Crocodile oil 2ml -- P200
Balm 20ml -- P1,300
Crocodile Oil 35ml -- P1,800
Soap 50g -- P190
Soap 90g -- P380 

Davao Crocodile Park - Philicillin
Riverfront Corporate City, Diversion Road, Ma-a, 8000 Davao City, Philippines
028335680 / 0822868883
Shop Online: http://crocodilepark.ph/product/philicillin-crocodile-oil/


xoxo,
Chloe