Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair

Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair 

Mall Price: P5,300

Availble : Rustan's

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The perks of not getting younger, we get to know and try products that have been there, 

bestsellers, but we haven't known before.

 Let's not use 'getting old', ok! :)

Let's focus to the bright side of not getting younger.

Until my late 20s, I haven't really think much about my skin. Aren't young skin magical? 

In our 20s, we used to stay up late, party for 3 consecutive days, eat whatever we want...

and in the morning (or noon) when we wake up, 

we still have that supple, healthy glow veil in our face. 

But that really changes, I tell you. 

Along with how much energy we have in doing all nighters party and rendezvous, 

that elastic and easily rejuvenates skin slows down its work.

So here we are, in our 30s and looking for some miracle in a bottle. 

My sis-n-law and I have one shopping spree we couldn't forget! 

It really is awesome having a girlfriend in your shopping trip, it's double the fun. 

We hoarded skincare needs, did mall rounds, sample some Greek food and 

lounged around, people watching (bag spying that is!), 

oh we checked out the new casino in town, 

just marveled at how the place smelled good haha!. 

Simple pleasures...

We took home some serious finds, like the Chanel Le Weekend, the Clinique Dramatically Different  Moisturizing Gel, eye cream, some lippies 

and this, Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair. 

I say, this is one of my favorite finds in that trip. 

The one's we bought is said to be an upgrade version 

of the old one which they say sells one bottle every 8.5 second. 

Oh wow! Did't know that before we pick one.

But aren't that some kind of an assurance?

advanced night repair

Although i find the bottle so medicine like with it's dropper, 

it really do look nice and the dropper is superb for hygienic purposes.

This is to be used at night time on a clean skin before your moisturizer. 

But really, I use this alone and still wake up with a smoother, hydrated skin. 

I think I will be sticking to this miracle in a bottle for a while.

Pros:

1. Makes skin immediately plump and hydrated.

2. Makes skin radiant and brighter.

3.Not harsh, no stinging sensation.

4. A little goes a long way.

Cons:

1. Pricey (?)

I'm partial to this since you use it at night time, once a day. 

So, the 50ml bottle would last me a good 4 months. 

And you get what you pay for.

So are you convinced yet? 

Thanks for dropping by, dolls!

'Til then!

XO :)

The Body Shop All-in-one Face Base

I've been using The Body Shop products for more than ten years and my personal favorite is it's All-in-one Face Base in 02. What I like about this face base is it's light to medium coverage, indeed, I feel like having my own face, only better. It is also a convenient on the go compact which includes sponge and mirror.

Once my sister saw me using this, she tried it, then asked me if she could have it na lang! 

She ended up with my trusted compact.

photo from TBS UK

Week ago, I dropped by the only TBS store in Iloilo City, located at the 2nd floor Robinsons Place to get my face powder since mine is running out. I always buy 2 face base for back up :). When I come around the shop to buy I asked for 02 but the SA told me it's out of stock. I opted for 03 then she introduced the new all-in-one face base shade  the 035 which she said is a good match to my skin. (I think this is the new 02)

03 and 035 shades (with flash)

my about to run out 02, 03 and the new 035 shade

There's a little shade difference on the 02 and 03 but the new shade 035, 

one can notice it to be pinkish.

035 shade up close

I've been using the new shade and it really is a much better match compared to the 02 shade I've been using. The problem with having 3 shades on hand is the mental fight on which one to use haha! I always ended up using the new shade.

All-in-one face base retail for php1425. A bit pricey that's why I get mine whenever it is on sale, mine was both at 50% off. At regular price, with LYB card, it can be availed at 10% discount. Which reminds me tomorrow is the last day of the pre-holiday sale buffet!

What I like about the All-in-one Face Base:

1.Blends seamlessly with my skin tone with a smooth, matte finish.

--as the product description say: have the skin that looks like yours, only better.

2. The whole look and convenience. A mirror separates the sponge from the product.

3. Dermatologically tested and with vitamin E.

4. Uses ingredients from Community Fair Trade.

What bothers me:

1. The powder easily cracks when  you drop it even slightly, and it gets messy.

Tip: When you buy, at the counter, ask the SA to open the face base 

that you purchased to ensure that it is intact.

2. A bit pricey when not on sale.

Don't miss the chance to get big savings, drop by the nearest The Body Shop tomorrow!

Ask for the shade that match your skintone.

XO

The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation

Hey lovelies!

Got busy the past week, it's our little girl's exam this week. Since, I am her tutor, we devote the weekend for study.

I promised a review for my previous The Body Shop haul from here, and it's more than a week of product test drive. Here's my take on it.

TBS Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation

a little product goes a long way

liquid foundation in 105

a dewy glow after blending

I like how the bottle  pump works. You can actually control how much of the product you wanted out of the bottle. For me, a small amount is enough to cover up my whole face, giving me a glow which doesn't look fake. Also, it's to be noted that it has SPF 30.

The foundation is very creamy and it glides and blend well into my skin.

It is important to choose the shade that will match your color.

The SA chose the perfect shade of 105 for me.

I use just a small amount so as not to make the product feel heavy in my skin. Using 1/3 of a pump, it gives me a lightweight feel that I can actually use everyday, which I have been doing for the past week. I've used it everyday and I haven't have any break out like I always do when I put other products aside from moisturizer and face powder.

A 28ml bottle is priced at php1,645. It is a little steep but I got mine for 50% off. And even with everyday use, it would take me months to use up the whole bottle

With a week of using, I am loving this product!

With TBS all-in-one face base in 035

I am a devote user of the all-in-one face base in 02. But the SA asked me to try the new 035 shade. Read about it here.

Hope this will help you ladies on your search for that perfect face coverage. 

XO

Hauls: The Body Shop Big Sale!

I like it that The Body Shop have environmental sensitivity in creating the products that they sell.

I'm a fan for as long as I can remember and if my memory serve me right, when I started experimenting with make up, my first eye palettes, face powder, lippies were from TBS.

I got an invitation to join the exclusive LYB (Love Your Body) Give Joy Party in Megamall (Oct. 13), Trinoma (Oct. 19) or SM Mall of Asia (Oct. 20). It's a loyal members only party.

Regrettably, since I am a plane ride away from the venues, I stopped my self from leaping into the opportunity of meeting other LYB loyal members and getting huge discounts from would be purchases, I promise myself though to attend next time if the same invite will come  ;).

To console myself, here's our weekend haul, lovelies!

Shampoo and conditioner at the back, family essential;
the front row, mine. 

I can't fret since the nationwide sale is still on, TBS discount is very tempting, I dropped by Robinson's Place Iloilo earlier. Sale time is the perfect time to stock up on products that I/we use up fast.

shampoo php985 SALE! php492.50
conditioner php765 SALE! php382.50

Hubby and I love the rainforest shampoo and conditioner.
I was using the rainforest radiance when hubby tried and liked the shampoo's result on his hair.He ended up using up 'my' shampoo and I actually packed a bottle for him to bring to a 5-month work contract away from home.
We both like how our hair felt thicker yet soft at the same time. What really attracted me is that it has no harsh chemicals (I get that every 3 months from my salon visits, thank you very much). The bottle says no silicones, no sulphates, no colourants, no parabens.

As the bottle instruction say, you have to mix the product in the hand with water to create lather. It doesn't lather much, as I am guessing because of the few chemicals in the product. However, it really does leave my hair completely cleansed. It is also the mildest shampoo I ever tried. For best results, use it with the conditioner accompaniment.

Olive Oil Dry Oil Mist  php875
SALE! php525

My olive oil (courtesy of my niece) is still half full, but it is best to stock up on TBS product when it's on sale, read: big savings!

I remember this product used to be packed differently, it is in a long glass bottle which I find nice however this one is handy since I bring this mist everywhere! Ok, we are in a tropical country and sticky is what comes to mind when you hear oil, and it has 2 oils in its name...olive (1)oil dry (2)oil mist hehe (It's not for cooking too ladies), but it is so light to the skin

Used all over the body after shower, this is very moisturizing and it is absorbed by my skin swiftly. It has a very good smell too, none of the funky olive oil smell we use in the kitchen.

I think it is best used at night, I use this instead of lotion. But, I also carry the mist in my bag and when I feel my hand drying or cold, I rub this product on. I find the smell comforting.

That's all for now lovelies. I need to try out the Extra Virgin Minerals liquid foundation first before I tell you my take on it. Also, my favorite all in one face base has a new shade, watch out. 'Til next time!

P.S.

Eye Mask php350

Before I go, bought this gel eye mask last week in Trinoma. It is very soothing, put it in the fridge for a few minutes before using. Package says it can also be soaked in hot water for a relaxing eye pampering (maybe i'll try it later).
It's a good buy especially for tired mommy eyes. Be sure to read the instructions before using.

Don't forget to drop by the nearest TBS, big sale still on going!

Lovely day! 

xo

Weekly Hauls with Review

Hi lovelies!
Another week passed, as promised, here's my weekend haul reveal and reviews. Hope you ladies find this informative.

make up haul, 3 lipsticks are free

Who doesn't love MAC!? Ladies have been raving about MAC products so, last weekend I got me some essentials. I've always been a The Body Shop advocate, I buy almost all my make up needs from them. They are actually on sale this month...ohh that would be another post and another haul. But my sis-n-law showed and made me use some of her MAC lippies, and I really liked them. So, off I get to know MAC. And these are the two products I purchased: Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation and Pro Longwear Concealer. I wanted to buy the Russian Red lipstick but it's out of stock.

MAC Pro LongWear Concealer

A pump of the Pro Longwear Concealer, I am a NC20

Blending it, I like how it is a little runny, it is easy to blend and feels light weight.

After thorough blending, the concealer seemed to have been absorbed by my skin. Before I bought this product, 

I tried it in the MAC counter and I got same result at home.

It really felt lightweight and as my niece put it: 

"talagang kumakapit sa skin". And it really does. I guess that's how it became a longwear, it stays and absorbed by the skin. My first use, I applied the concealer then dust it with studio fix at 10am and we went home past 8 in the evening. So, that's a good 10 hours of products  staying power. I didn't have that uncomfortable feeling of a sticky   

concealer in my face as I am not used to using concealers or foundations.

my first Studio Fix

NC20

I like how this makes my face smooth, especially when used on top of the longwear concealer. I thought I would look pale in NC20 but this looks fine on me when I use it outside.
These two products are fabulous! I can't wait to get the lippies!
The newest MAC cosmetics counter is at SM Mall of Asia.

Shiseido The Make Up Eyelash Curler with free refill

I also got this eyelash curler. Since college, I've been using the same brand for curling my lash. I think my sister gave me my first Shiseido curlash. This one is meant to be used when you already have your make up. But with make up or none, I like using this. It curls my lashes beautifully and makes them appear longer. I don't use mascara often. I find my curled lashes stay curled longer even without a dab of mascara.

from my beautiful niece

L'Oreal Color Riche 111
Brown Stone

Avon Ultra Color Rich C300
Charged Cherry

I really want to get lipsticks from MAC however, the colors I asked for or describing are out of stock. Well, usually the beautiful palletes goes out of stock first. My niece was kind enough though to give me these new lipsticks for my smackers. She actually made me choose the colors I want from her collection. I can't thank her enough.

Revlon Matte 011
Stormy Pink

the swatches

Surprisingly, I love Avon's charged cherry. It glides beautifully as I am guessing it's a moisture rich lipstick.

Revlon is a true matte lipstick, which can be seen in the swatches, it is a barbie pink. It tends to make my lips dry but I found it best worn with a lip balm applied on the lips first. I use baby lips by Maybelline, the two paired, I find my lips more plump.

Brown Stone is beautiful too! And as I am going out to pick G from school, I am wearing this color. Could be mistaken as nude in one swipe. I find it to be moisturizing my lips as well.

Hope these reviews help you ladies out there.

xo

Weekly Hauls

Hi lovelies, I thought it would be fun to do haul reveals and reviews. As I am fond of reading, actually looking through hauls of other bloggers, I said to myself, why not do it!?

I will try to do it consistently on weekends.

Maybe, doing a weekly haul reveal would not only help girls out there with a fair review  but it will also be a record of how I've been doing my shopping. As I am really trying hard to shop responsibly. 

So, for this week, I got a few essentials.

All from Watsons. 

I like getting my essentials from Watsons since they carry most of the brands that we use. Last friday, got loofah, face scrub, facial mask, lotion and G's shampoo. I like using loofah compared to other sponges in exfoliating the skin. Loofah or luffa also helps in blood circulation on areas that you scrub. I use mine with a generous amount of shower gel or liquid soap. Be sure to air dry your loofah after use as it is susceptible to decay when kept wet and it can harbor bacteria in its tiny holes. Also, replace your loofah frequently.

St. Ive's Fresh Skin Invigorating Apricot Scrub

I'm all about exfoliating this week. I've been using a different exfoliating facial wash but as of last week, I find myself crawling back to this product, or to the St. Ive's range for that matter. This exfoliating scrub is not subtle at all. It has beads that will surely scrub those dead skin cells, and it is inexpensive! Don't overuse it though, 2-3 times a week is fine by me.

Beauty Buffet CO Q10 & Yogurt Facial Mask

I got a free facial mask from Etude House a couple of weeks and I liked how my skin felt after I used it. So, I got this Q10 & yogurt facial mask for a try. It was very cheap, 2 for php59 only. I actually used up these 2 as of this writing, I really like how my skin felt after each use, more elastic and with a glow. A bonus is it is thinner than other masks that I've tried with the right amount of essence that in the recommended 15-20 minutes of use, I can walk around and do other things without fearing for the mask sliding down my face.

Vaseline Healthy White

I think this is one lotion I've subconsciously been using consistently for the past few months. I guess it's the SPF 24, I don't like using sticky sunblocks (which I really must learn to love!). Although this one is sticky, the trick is to really rub it in to your skin, which is good since your skin is getting the added bonus of circulation with all the rubbing. I am not really keen with the triple lightening factor, and it is a bonus too, I am more concerned with the higher UVA and UVB protection to help the skin from sun damage and keep it stay young. Even using this, it is advisable to keep from staying for too long under the sun.

Suave Kids Dora Shampoo Smoothers

I asked G to choose her shampoo and she got this! Since this is our first purchase for this brand, I wanted to get a smaller size but it is available for 355ml only. Well, no regrets. It smells good on her hair and G love Dora! Kids are easy to please anyway :). I even ask G how she like her new shampoo and here's what she said: "It smells like strawberry! It has Dora the explorer on the cute pink bottle and I don't need to use conditioner. I don't have tangles when I use my Dora shampoo." There you have it, folks.

And, for the not so essential:

new kicks! People Are People

 I can't resist not buy this pair. I could wear it with reds, blacks, golds and animal print ensembles!

5-inch high, will make me stand 5'10"!

I love shoes like this, they make you really tall, seem like you got legs which could go on like forever and if you carry it well, a good, confident posture.

Sorry for the white dots, standing in front of the mirror, I took this photo. 

I got this mirror in our closet which actually make you look slimmer. I guess it is like those we find in mall fitting rooms. A friend and my sister noted on how they look thinner in my 'magic mirror'. So, don't be fooled, I ain't got that thinner appendage! 

Love my new kicks and essential buys. What do you think?