ETUDE HOUSE Happy Essential Foam Collagen

This is another facial wash I bought at ETUDE HOUSE after I ran out of their Happy Essential Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam. Look how cute and pink the packaging is! I am so drawn to it. It is packed with COLLAGEN and 40% moisturisers for sweet bonus! It'll make anyone's skin happy. I know mine did! :D

Collagen is a protein produced by our skin which "holds" the skin together giving its firmness and elasticity. Depleted collagen in our skin caused by sun exposure and bad skin habits would result to wrinkles and sagging skin. Here are some ways to keep our collagen in check: apply sunblock, up your vitamin C intake, 7-8 hours of sleep, eat fruits and vegetables, don't smoke, exfoliate, reach for retinol and cut back candies.

Happy Essential Collagen Cleansing Foam 185g | Php248

Formulated with 40% moisturisers, this creamy cleansing foam gently removes impurities with rich lather, with Marine Collagen extracts promotes elasticity and firmness.

Directions:

Wet face. Squeeze small amount into palm and rub hands together to form lather. Massage over face, avoiding eye area, then rinse thoroughly.

I love how this facial cleanser is very creamy and gentle to my skin. Been using it for 2 months and it made my skin clean, moist and supple. It smells nice too.

Goooo COLLAGEN! Yay!

Human Heart Nature Haul

I was feeling down the other day because of some THING happened. I had to leave and feel all these feelings while shop for few things. What better way to keep myself happy and get my senses experience pleasure by nourishing my body with scented soaps, candles, essential oils and dark chocolate!

Here we go! :D

Rosemary Oil 10ml | Php295

100% Natural | Mind & Mane Boost

Invigorates. Promotes healthy hair.

A universal symbol of memory, rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)  is thought to help keep one's senses focused. Rosemary Oil also enjoys a wide reputation as traditional tonic to help boost the growth of healthy hair.

Calming Massage Oil 95ml | Php195

100% Natural

- Frazzled? Pamper yourself with lavender, orange & lemongrass essential oils

- With moisturising sunflower oil packed with antioxidants

- Leaves you calmer, ready to face the world with grace and poise

Scented Cleansing Bars: Lavender Mint 120g | Php74.75

100% Natural

- Fragrance from 100% natural essential oils

- With naturally-occurring glycerin that keeps skin supple

[ Read my review here ]

Kids Bath Soap: Gummy Berry 120g | Php74.75

- Lifts dirt and grime using gentle cleansers

- Non-drying

- Free from artificial hardeners and fragrances, SLS and SLES while natural glycerin from the soap's cold-processing helps keep your child's skin from drying unlike most chemical soaps.

Healthy Lotion : Berry Bliss 120ml | Php199.75

100% Natural

- Rich with 12 nutrients and antioxidants

- Light and fast-absorbing; does not clog pores

- With 24-hour moisture boost

Natural Feminine Wash: Chamomile Fresh 200ml | Php149.75

98.66% Natural

- Hypoallergenic. Ideal for sensitive skin

- Clinically tested

- pH-balanced

- SLS/SLES-free, paraben-free, triclosan-free

It has has soothing aloe vera and chamomile, cleansing agents from coconut, as well as natural preservatives from rice and anise for a fresher, cleaner and more confident you.

[ Image Credit: Human Heart Nature ]

MammoMe Natural Body Wash 200ml | Php159.75

99.92% Natural

Fight cancer.

Self-check in the shower.

- Cares for your skin. Moisturizes and soothes skin with natural glycerin and aloe vera.

- Cares for fellow Filipinos. A portion of proceeds will go to the Philippine Foundation for Breast Care (Kapuso Foundation) which helps provide treatment for indigent women with breast cancer.

- Cares for your health. A step-by-step reminder to do your breast self-exam while you bathe, helping you detect the early signs of breast cancer.

They ship it for FREE if you are within Metro Manila. Purchase online for orders Php2,000 and above. Click here to find out more.

And there you have it! :) An extra treat just for me!

Alba Botanica Hawaiian Leave-In Conditioning Mist

Truth be told, I really don't pay much attention to my crown and glory. For years, I like to keep my hair short. I admire the rest of the women out there who takes good care of their hair with TLC. Guess I was a little bit of a tomboy back then. I also had one of those hair frightening experiences that damaged my locks like crazy from harmful chemicals! After that dreadful day, I stay away from THEM! Leave my hair alone!

But these last few months, it hit me; I took a long look on my hair and actually loved that black and wavy shoulder length hair I have. I'm thinking of letting it grow a bit longer either. I love how to frames my face and just flows with the wind. It may not be 'perfect', but I just love the way it is. I'm glad I picked this leave-in conditioning mist about a year ago and got to used to it for a few months now. I just had this feeling and I knew I needed it because my hair wants it!

HAWAIIAN LEAVE-IN CONDITIONING MIST 237ml [$6.99]

drink it up coconut milk

To quench dull, thirsty, tangled tresses, spritz on some light, refreshing island hydration. Protein-rich coconut milk and argan oil plus our unique plant-sourced keratin create a protective barrier that weightlessly protects--even during heat styling. For a pick-me-up anytime, this lightweight mist brings locks back to life and smoothes out curls. Hair revels in soft island beauty.

Directions:

Mist over damp hair to nourish, detangle and protect during styling. Mist over dry hair to reactivate styling products and tame unruly curls.

pH balanced.

100% Vegetarian Ingredients.

No:  Animal Testing, Artificial Colors, Heavy Silicones, Synthetic Fragrances, Parabens, Phthalates, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate or Sodium Myreth Sulfate. 

I love to spray this after I took a bath. I'm not much into coconut milk scented products, but every time I spray this on my hair, I smell c-h-o-c-o-l-a-t-e instead. My olfactory nerves has its own mind of some sort! Anyhow, it smells heavenly! It takes my breath away. I like products that are quick and simple to use; with just a few sprits on my hair, it makes my hair hydrated throughout the day. Because it is lightweight, it makes my hair soft and bouncy. The product doesn't help fight split ends, tangling, or flyaway, but does lock moisture. It has no harmful chemicals too, so you know you're getting the good stuff for your hair.

ETUDE HOUSE Natural Jelly Cleansing Puff

It is raining cats and dogs. It's scary.

This is a konjac sponge or cleansing puff by ETUDE HOUSE.

Natural Jelly Cleansing Puff | Php168

Here's the description of the product in Hangul.

Image Credit: cosmetic-love.com

This product is used for gentle exfoliation. I have no idea just how but it works. To use: let it soak in water, squeeze excess water and gently cleanse your face in circular motion, then hang dry. The sponge is good for  2-3 months... or until you see it is starting to deteriorate.

This is now what my sponge looks like after 5-6 weeks.

I've used it every single day and my skin feels soft afterwards. I used it without any facial cleansers to see how well it does the job. This puff is so cute, bouncy and delicate as it reminds me of those yummy rice cakes. (It makes me hungry!) It has a string attached to it so you can hang it after use.

Definitely have to get myself MORE of these.

Next time, I'm going to use it with a facial cleanser. (I love it bubble-y!!!)

Pure Smile Choosy Lip Gel Mask

Pink, soft and kissable lips, anyone? We all do!

What common way do most people do to get instant moist lips? Lip licking. I am so guilty on this one. I used to do this all the time because it is way faster to get them 'fixed' and also the fastest way to get them dried. Yikes! Besides, lip licking in public??? OMG! NO! I kicked the habit years ago and looked for other ways to keep my lips moisturized besides applying lip balm. Like anything else, it still starts from hydration, not smoking which prevents fine lines around the mouth, and exfoliation 2-3 times a week.

You can make your own exfoliating lip scrub by mixing olive oil and brown sugar. Half a teaspoon should do it. Gently scrub away. Apply your favorite lip balm to seal moisture, or what I currently use for the past few months is HUMAN HEART NATURE's SUNFLOWER OIL. Not only it helps keep my lips moisturized but it also helped lighten with regular use. A little bit of sunflower oil is all it takes. And it is all natural!

Pure Smile Choosy Lip Gel Mask | Php150

Japan's Pure Smile Choosy Lip Gel Mask contains Vitamin E, Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid which reduces the fine lines and leave your lips plumped with moisture.

The lip mask includes 7 wonderful ingredients to formulate full lips. It comes in five flavors: herb, fruit, peach, honey and milk, and it promises to give you plump lips in one use.

Directions:

1. Clean your face (best results use after taking a bath)

2. Place the gel mask on your lips

3. Leave it for 5-30 minutes for moisture penetration, then carefully take it off.

I bought three of these online months ago. If I remember correctly, they gave me the milk, peach and honey flavored lip masks. I wasn't the one who chose it; they chose it for me, which is fine.

After I took a bath and exfoliated my lips, I ripped the packaging and pulled a clear plastic folder-like thing, and inside is the lip gel mask shaped like a lip. It is quite slippery because it was soaked with essential essence and it is very soft to touch. The lip mask is also slightly bigger in size. Smack it on and give it 30 minutes to absorb.

After 30 minutes, a little uncomfortable as it may sound, but, you can also place it in your nipples to help keep it moisturized. It says so in the packaging. I'm not making it all up. See the box with a 'CHECK!!!' written? See the illustration? Now you know.

My lips feels soft and smooth after I peeled the lip mask. I immediately follow it with a dab of sunflower oil -- or any product you prefer -- and it feels amazing!

Would I repurchase? Despite the great results, I would have to say: NO. I need to look for an alternative that still gives me the same results: soft and smooth lips. It is a nice product, but I am not completely blown away. It is good to give it a try once in a while perhaps, but the answer is still NO. :)

TONY MOLY Berrianne Lotion

I haven't tried any TONY MOLY products so this is going to be my first. I bought this in MALL OF ASIA months ago located in SM DEPARTMENT and just beside TONY MOLY are ETUDE HOUSE and HOLIKA HOLIKA kiosks. *girls, take a hint! * It's like paradise!

TONY MOLY Berrianne Lotion 145ml | Php778

 A nourishing facial moisturizer that contains sweet

and moist French cranberry extract

- This highly nourishing lotion gently enwraps the skin

with hydrating moisture: This lotion provides highly

effective firming and moisturizing effects to the skin,

as it gently adheres to the skin.

- Moisturizing skin care with fresh and sweet cranberries:

It contains fresh French cranberry extract, providing

moisturizing and firming skin care.

- French-chic formula for soothing one's mind: This formula

contains plant-derived ingredients from France, making

skin look rested and refreshed - like the French people

who look relaxed - by providing comfort to the skin.

Directions :

Take an adequate amount of the product, gently

apply to face and neck

The cute packaging caught my eye! I simply got to have it. The bottle itself is simply elegant, feminine and looks expensive.

The cream is water-based making the skin look dewy. It doesn't feel heavy and it absorbs quickly on the skin. It has dainty scent of berries which I love. I always look forward to it everytime I do my night time skin care regimen.

I've been using it for a month and I notice an improvement on my skin. It looks and feels supple, healthy, brighter complexion and glows. I didn't experience any allergies either. I still prefer products that give my skin hydration even for an oily skin myself. I apply this cream not only on my face, but also on my neck, decolletage and the back of my hands.

The bottle doesn't come in a dispenser. I had to tilt the bottle while trying to control how much product I needed in my fingertips. Overtime, I finally got the hang of it.

Just when I thought I had to guess how much product is left, the bottle is, thankfully, semiopaque. All I do is hold the bottle against the light to see if I am almost ran out of the product.

I love the results on my skin. I would definitely repurchase. I have to check out the rest of TONY MOLY's Berrianne skin care line.

Diamond Soap

Whitening soaps are everywhere! I haven't seen this Diamond soap anywhere else but from an online shop ShadzOnline. They call it the "Celebrity Soap" because celebrities use it to achieve that perfect skin. (I wonder who?)

Diamond Soap 160g | Php1270

(I lost the photo of the soap before I used it.)

100% Dermatologist Tested

Can heal or treat any skin problem. It rejuvenates the skin and keep it healthy and radiant. It whitens and refines your skin. It can also lighten and tighten your pores. ALL NATURAL! Can be used by pregnant women/nursing mom. 

Main ingredient: Herbal/Natural Organic

Reminders:

Do NOT scrub the soap directly on the face or body because it is compact. Make bubbles from the palm of your hands with this soap and let it sit for 1-3 minutes, then rinse.

The DIAMOND SOAP promises a whiter and radiant skin with regular use. The soap doesn't come in a box, but simply wrapped in a cling wrap -- without the list of the rest of the ingredients; where it was manufacturered; or, any written expiry date.

This 160g of soap has a strong yet tolerable smell to it, unless your nose is sensitive. It was on sale when I bought it couple of months ago. Since the soap is compact, I didn't know what 'compact' meant, but when I used it while I was taking a shower, I find that it breaks off easily, it is suggested to cut a piece, make a lather and apply to the skin. Wait for 1-2 minutes, then rinse.

I've been using it for 6-7 weeks and I can see my skin gradually lightened. As you can see from above, I still have a chunk of soap left. The soap will look like it is "sweating"  and it still is working fine. Only thing is, the soap focuses only in whitening. The first time I used this soap, I had these small cuts on my lower back because I rubbed the soap directly on my skin. This soap is harsh! (Didn't they just said, make a lather instead!) I also see red spots (acne??) on my legs! Currently, it's all dried up and I am waiting for it to heal... but still, it got me worried!

I use a body wash to moisturize because this soap made my skin a bit dry. I immediately apply a dallop of lotion as soon as I step out of the shower for extra hydration with SPF. :)

I wouldn't wash my face with this soap. Some women did, but I don't feel like it.

It boggles me why the soap didn't have a list of complete ingredients. If anyone has perseverance to achieve that white skin and shell out a few Pesos, it can be a risk, but definitely lightens the skin with regular use.