Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Ilog Maria



Marami na akong naririnig about Ilog Maria and marami na din akong nabasa about sa mga products nila.
Yung mga health conscious at mga nag fefe-feeling na health conscious na gaya ko,hehehe!
Yesterday, habang nag browse ako ng primrose sa sulit.com nakita ko din meron bee pollen and sa kagaya kong curious tiningnan ko and nag search na din ako about sa heatlh benefits ng bee pollen . Then I remember Ilog Maria na isa nga palang bee sanctuary. And aside from that lahat ng mga ingredients nila sa kanilang mga products are all organic. Nag registered ako sa site nila kaya lang for some reasons hindi ako makapasok and makapag registered. So sa isang impulsive na kagaya ko napag-isipan ko na dayuhin at puntahan na lang kinabukasan din.

Before ako pumunta dun nag browse na ako sa site nila ng mga products na gusto ko lang and bilbilhin ko , good thing is nag kept ako ng list dahil muntik ko ng makalimutan yung iba sa dami ng magaganda nilang products lahat gusto ko :)

This is my Ilog Maria Haul worth Php 545.00 only! Sa counter ng Ilog Maria naka indicate dun na mura na daw talaga yung price and sa quality nila na mataas. Well totoo naman sa dami nitong nakakagulat na ganon kamura lang sya. Considering na great buys ito lahat na ito :)





FRESH FROZEN ROYAL JELLY (Ilog Maria Says): For stress & anxiety relief; inducing relaxation and deep sleep; feeds glands with live amino acids to stimulate endocrine system and balance your body’s hormones; good as HRT substitute; excellent for inducing rapid growth in children.

Nature´s best rejuvenator. Slows down ageing process. Oxidizes blood and promotes rapid tissue growth & repair. Clears your digestive tract. Induces deep restful sleep.

Absorbed directly into skin where it heals and rejuvenates. Active ingredient in honeymilk lotion, royal jelly moisturizer and royal jelly hair oil.

DOSAGE:

Take 1 scoop (spoon provided) every night before sleeping. Best taken orally under the tongue

Store in chiller for consumption and freezer for storage.
FRESH BEE POLLEN(Ilog Maria Says):We collect fresh pollen before our bees enter their beehives. Each honeybee forages on over four thousand flowers in order to pack two pollen pellets on their hind legs. They use nectar they also gather, as an adhesive to bind the thousands of pollen grains together into just two pellets. We place ‘pollen traps’ in front of the beehives’ entrances which have many holes in them. Each hole is just enough for one bee to squeeze through. The pollen traps scrape off the pollen pellets and they drop into a special drawer. We make sure to collect pollen only if there is abundance. We gather our pollen harvest and carefully clean it with a pair of tweezers. We then slowly dry it with warm air; just enough so it will not spoil. We pack it fresh this way.

Bee Pollen may well be the most complete food on earth as it contains all vitamins, minerals and trace elements for life.

Please make sure to take a very small amount of pollen in the morning, if it is your first time. Do this for a couple of days. You may increase the dose to one spoonlet (that we provide), when no ill effects are felt. We have some customers who take very large amounts of pollen. This is because they routinely exert themselves. These are athletes, baggage handlers, farmers, etc. They use the extra stamina. For city dwellers, we recommend smaller doses; just enough to get you through the day.

We ask you to store large amounts (more than one jar) of pollen in the freezer. But, if you take the pollen out of the freezer to take your daily dose, please put it back in the freezer. Moisture condensation will wake pollen´s natural yeasts and it will start fermenting. If you have one jar only, you do not have to freeze it. But make sure to consume it in two months. It if discolors or turns sour, please use it as a chicken or pet food supplement. For more information, please go to the ‘downloads’ section of our website. You may download our pollen brochure.

DOSAGE:
Eat 1 scoop (provided spoon) then take 1 glass of water every morning 15 minutes before breakfast

Love the smells of this Royal Jelly Hair Oil.

Another slice of Spearmint soap.
All in all I am so happy with these products(haul). I think I'll be back next month to replenish my stocks of Bee Pollen and Royal Jelly because both of it are good for a month use only.

And I will make an update if its effective or especially if I lose weight, hehe!

Nag enjoy akong maglakad dahil feel na feel ko ang fresh fresh sa loob and pag malapit ka na maamoy mo na yung mga mababangong flowers and mga herbal plants sa loob. Very relaxing :)
Yours truly :) from the highway from Ilog ni Maria Sanctuary its a 700M walk. Actually hindi naman sya malayo pero hindi ko alam kung anong naisipan ko at nag high heels ako ng 3 inches , TIIS GANDA!



sa mga gustong pumunta heres the map :)

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Beauty UK Mini Haul

My Beautyuk mini haul.
Includes one lipstick and a blusher.
I bought this two days ago from the sale at Sweety Pink Cosmetics

Everytime na mag purchase ako ng product online, I always appreciate seller na nag effort na ingatan yung package na parang sila yung gagamit ng product na bonggang ini-ingatan for you!
Carefully wrapped :)


Bottom Label
Beautyuk Matte Lipstick in Snob

Beautyuk Baked Blush in Baked Peach

Looks brown on the pan but its a true peach when swatch!

Swatch with Flash

with/out flash

w/out flash

Baked Peach w/ flash

Baked Peach and Snob w/out flash
Price
Beautyuk Lipstick in Snob
Php 170.00
Beautyuk Blush in Baked Peach
Php 200.00
+ Shipping Fee (P80.00) got this on sale!
Very very reasonable!

Packaging
Beautyuk Blush in Baked Peach
4.4g much smaller than my Blush in Buff. I like the packaging of this one its much smaller and thankfully I have no problem w/ the lid.It comes with a mini retractable blusher-applicator at the back which is not useful at all. I tried to use it but it doesn't pick up a lot okay (at all) product in the pan. Aside from that I like the packaging its handy its black its nice for me.
Beautyuk Lipstick in Snob

I love the all black packaging and it comes w/ a lip balm!

Shade & Texture
Beautyuk Blush in Baked Peach  
It is a peach with brown undertone in it.
Nice for warm skin stone.
Matte Finish. Pigmentation is really good.
Staying Power 4-6hours

Beautyuk Lipstick in Snob

I love the old rose color with a little bit of lilac undertone! My new favorite <3
For me this goes so good on smoky-nude lips looks.
Hindi ka mukhang may sakit at namumutla when your wearing it. 
Love the minty demi-matte texture of this lipstick its not drying on the lips and love the lip balm makes it a real winner!  
Staying power 2-4hours kapag hindi ka kumain, kapag kumain ka kalimutan mo ng nag lipstick ka.
but I really don't mind re-applying it over and over again.



In my opinion....
I recommend this product for those of you who are looking for a excellent product that is very affordable. Pigmentation , Price and Staying Power are all good! What more can I ask for.
Good value for your money.

me wearing BeautyUk lipstick in Snob &  Blush in Baked Peach

xoxo,
Lyn 
 The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Real Techniques - Core Collection



First of all these are great brushes!
Wala naman talaga akong plan na bilhin almost the entire line ng brushes na ito but when my first Real Techniques Core Collection arrived (pre-ordered). I super fell-inlove w/ it I used it everyday.
So I decided to order another set and and the other brushes as well. In short RT Haul!

Mag-umpisa tayo sa pinaka-favorite kong set sa lahat!The Core Collection










Perfect lip brush! mwah!
This brush is too small for a foundation brush I used this as a concealer brush.

My favorite amongst the 4 brushes in this set. Now I know  why this becomes a sensational brush because it does a very very good job when it comes to blending and buffing your foundation. The world flawless, you will believe! Even if you are not a pro like me who are just starting to explore the makeup world!

Second to my favorite. Contour and highlight - does a very good job!


If you are on a budget and your looking for a good quality brush, try the Real Techniques Brush and start w/ the Core Collection Set. Because it is cheaper compare to buying one expensive brush.

Highly recommended!


Friday, May 11, 2012

Sleek Makeup Blush in Flamingo

I heard so many good reviews about Sleek Makeup so I decided to get one for myself.
Of all the blusher I choose first the Flamingo because its one of the best seller and one of the most talk about blush.So I convinced myself to buy this for me hehe!


Price
Php 400.00 + Shipping Fee (P80.00)

Packaging
It comes in a sleek slim sturdy black casing.  
The packaging is very handy to carry out for traveling.

Ingredients 

Shade
Bright deep pink . Matte. Great for all skin tone!
I've tried it to my friends who have pale/light , I medium and darker skin tone. 
A little goes a long way. Highly pigmented blusher.
Totally AMAZING!
 



In my opinion....
This highly recommended by me, why? Because...
Sleek packaging with mirror.
Great pigmentation.
Universal blush because its great on all skin tone.
Not chalky and contains no shimmer or glitter because I do not prefer super shimmer blush that's why I didn't get the Rose Gold because when I swatch it on my wrist, it has more shimmer and glitter than my highlighter which I don't like wearing something too shimmery at the office.
Its Chic!
When applied light handed is a lovely natural pinkish flush.
Staying power is very impressive.
The price is reasonable for 8grams!


Where to buy?
Makeup Hub Naturele Collezione




The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Beauty UK Blush in Buff

This blusher is so special , why? Because this is my first ever online purchase and the rest is still in-transit hahaha! I would like to thank Makeup Hub by Naturele Collezione for trusting online-sellers and for exploring the makeup world once again. I remember I got this blusher on-sale. Paunahan sale, you have to be so fast sa MINE word to get the item. I think Sarah the owner of Makeup Hub by Naturele Collezione established her name through hard work and good faith sa mga buyers nya. When it comes to pricing she is very reasonable at hindi hanggang langit ang marked-up so makeup junkies as she calls us always comes back to order. You know its like going to a store and you always feel welcome haul- the-time. And kapag sale, well sale talaga ng good items and really its a thank you sale because you can never find the same pricing when she's on sale. She's a darling, Kudos gurl!

Anyways, back to the basic. I like the Beauty UK Buff.
When I first open the blush and swatch it I am disappointed! But wait .......

with flash
 
                                                                       w/out flash

                                                                          

                                                                            back label
Because the blusher is not pigmented. And I was like gosh , "kaya pala mura ang Beauty UK kasi hindi pigmented? " But you know sometimes, you don't like product that are so pigmented because its kinda hard to control especially if you are heavy handed like me. As the saying goes making up is hard to do.

I just woke up when I got the item after so pahid ng swatches on my hand, I tried it on my cheeks. And even though the products took me around 2-3 swirl to get the product into the brush, I have the most wonderful natural pinkish cheeks that I got. Looks super natural! I was like WOW looks good on me!


Price
Php 200.00 + Shipping Fee (P80.00) got this on sale!

Packaging
11.8g is a lot! This is huge its a size of a regular pressed powder.
The thing I hope Beauty Uk need and must improved is the packaging because the lid arrggggh! I hate it simply because it always detached.  I don't know if factory defect yung packaging that I got which sana nga because if all of the blusher lid are like this nyekkkk nakakainis! Which I hope some people who purchase their blusher doesn't have the same detached-lid experience as me.

Shade
  Warm pink.

Texture
 Matte and a bit sheer when applied to the cheeks. Light. Buildable.
Daytime blusher.

In my opinion....
  I still recommended this, why? Even if the packaging is terrible and the pigmentation is not good because...
The value of the product is good its 11.8g which is huge.
Pinkish glow and great for heavy handed blusher-er like me.
The texture is smooth, silky and very beautiful for applying and blending.
Perfect for medium skin tones even for dark skin because when I went on vacation this is the blusher that I carry yeppers kahit nasa beach ako may makeup akong dala hahaha! Adik lang talaga sa makeup. And of course as a medium skin, I turn out to be darker than my skintone after swimming whole day...still looks so good on me! I think this works best on medium to darker skin tone. My friends even love it because it looks like a pinkish sun-kissed look on me.
Staying power 2-3 hours.
The price is affordable for the amount of product that you get!
xoxo,
Lyn


The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.

MUA Blush #4 (Makeup Academy)


This will going to be my first blusher review.
This week I think I had too many blusher purchases.
I don't know I was kinda impressed with this one. So I start w/ Make up Academy (MUA) BLUSH # 4
Nakabili ako ng 4 blusher this week geez I got tooooooooooooo many for this week, over quota for blusher na hehe!Nakaka-guilty na :)

Just got this today and here is the review na agad hehe! Sobrang natuwa lang ako sa mga pangyayare.

Anyways out of all of my cheapest blush-sheshesheshes I have to say this....... that MUA Blush #4 tops the best amongst the most affordable and the cheapest blusher that I got. ( I'm talking about local affordable brands here.)

Price
Php 150.00 + Shipping Fee (P90.00) Affordable, Worth the Price! Winner!

Packaging
It comes in a beautiful slim transparent casing.  
The packaging is very handy to carry out for traveling.


Ingredients



Shade
 MUA Blush #4 is a peachy shade with pink undertone. A lil bit of shimmer that looks good during the daytime. 

Texture
 Nice and smooth when applied to the cheeks. Got a great pigmentation.


In my opinion....
 Highly recommended by me, why? Because...
I love the slim handy packaging.
Looks like a healthy natural glow during the summer and daytime.
The texture is smooth, silky and very beautiful for applying and blending.
Perfect for fair, medium skin tones even for dark skin.
The finish which obtains after applying it is adorable.
Staying power is very impressive.
The price is as always like a steal.


This could have been perfect if the packaging has a mirror.
Can be purchased online MakeupHolics




The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Summer Sunscreen (Sunblock)

It's super hot this summer, most of the my friends fb status are all the same. Complaining about the 37degree hotness! Aside from water which is the best remedy to stay hydrated our skin also need to be protected.

I'm super OC when it comes to sunblock.
Below are my favorite brands

Numbers matter. When selecting a sunscreen.

My super favorite is the VMV Hypoallergenics Armada Sport 70
I think for me this is the best sunblock it.s non-greasy, its super light on the skin. I used this a lot especially when I run in the morning. But the sad part is this is the most expensive sunblock that I have this cost Php1,700.00/tube for 185grams. I think its worth the price when it comes to protection ,that this products gives.Soft, skin-coating silicones give this barrier-film an exceptionally smooth glide and keep it light, so skin stays comfortable. I love the specs of this product.

VH -74/76*. 100% All-Types-Of-Fragrance-Free. 100% Dye-Phthalate-PABA-Free. Non-Comedogenic. All Skin Types. Usage, Patch + Clinically-Tested (in vivo + in vitro). SPF: 70-90. PFA: 10. Water Resistant. Critical Wavelength: 378. UVA:UVB Ratio = 0.89 : 0.11. Ages 2+.
Weightless and odorless, and most of all  do not forget to shake it well before you use.
Highly recommended!
 Bought at Watsons SM-Megamall

Nature's Gate Sports block. SPF 50
This is my working and on the go sunblock. I used this whenever I have some field works.
It's dry finish , does what it claims. And you know I can really abused this product because it only cost less than Php400.00 , if I'm not mistaken I bought this at Healthy Options.

Hawaiin Tropics Ozone SPF 70
This is also my on the go sunblock I really love anything w/ high SPF, But this sunblock is really greasy and sticky.
That's my only complains about it. This cost P450.00/ Rustan's Essenses (Mandaluyong)

VMV Hypoallergenics Armada Face Cover 30
I love all VMV products and I've tried almost all of their lines.
And this one is no exceptions, except that its super  oily on the face especially when I put on my make-up. I have to re-touch most of the times lalo na if nasa field ako. Other than that I have no complains in this product. I will always buy VMV Hypoallergenics Products again and again. All of their Armada sunblocks are skin lightening, full spectrum, indoor & outdoor Sun and Light Screen. And if you have issues w/ skin photo-sensitive this is the best sunblock for you. Children 2 years old and above can used this too. Highly recommended!
Cost Php750.00 - 85g

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Complete UV Waterlight SPF 50
 I love the sheer finish effect on my face a good sunblock, what I love about this its
  • Helioplex® Broad Spectrum UVA-UVB SPF 50 protection
  • Waterproof, sweatproof
  • Non-comedogenic (won't clog pores)
  • Oil-free, PABA free
Cost Php 495.00 Bought at Rustan's Essenses (Mandaluyong)

and also if I'm just inside the house I put this on my facedoing nothing and enjoying my day-offs I put th
 Maxi-Peel Sunblock Creme SPF 20
My day-off sunblock , I always have this on my face when I'm just inside the house. It's matte finished, its lightening too and its super affordable! There is no reasonssssssssssssss that someone can't afford to put a sunblock even on his/her face, Heller this is super cheap but does the JOB!This cost Php20.00/ Mercury Drugstore



Reapply every hour or two. Which I'm super guilty of that because I don't do that. I just do that if I'm on the beach swimming dun lang aside from that super I'm tinatamad to do that especially if I have my makeup on na :(

 This summer stay hydrated and put on your special and favorite SPF!



 


The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.


Thursday, April 19, 2012

Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals - DETOX n’ WHITE MINERAL MUD MASQUE

DETOX n’ WHITE MINERAL MUD MASQUE with
Rosehip oil and 2P (Pineapple, Papaya) + 3G (Ginseng, Green tea, Ginkgo biloba)


 According to the 

Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals Facebook Page

USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC
NO PARABENS
NO IRRITATING CHEMICALS

Normal cleansing isn’t just enough. Use DETOXn’WHITE Mineral mud masque that contains many natural skin reviving properties that helps to improve your overall complexion. Detox your skin with our unique & effective 2P + 3G formula mask with rose hip oil that helps to clarify & whiten skin, shrink pores, relax tired muscles and replenish moisture. No matter what your skin routine is, using this at least once in a week will restore your skin’s elasticity and leave your face silky smooth. Enjoy the 6 Skin beneficial key ingredients of this masque.

SKIN BENEFICIAL KEY INGREDIENTS:

1. ROSEHIP OIL clarifies scars, including acne scars and old scars, dry eczema, repairs damaged skin cells of all sorts & reduce wrinkles.

2. PINEAPPLE contains enzymes that make skin elastic, improve skin hydration, diminish age spots and remove damaged and dead cells.

3. PAPAYA exfoliates the skin revealing a healthier, whiter & glowing skin. Rich in antioxidants such as vitamin A.

4. GINSENG an anti-aging skin treatment, ginseng contains a large number of phytonutrients. These phytonutrients can stimulate and activate the skin's metabolism and blood flow to regenerate and tone. It can also brighten the whiteness of skin.

5. GREEN TEA contains a cocktail of potent antioxidants called catechins, which help fight damage caused by free radicals

6. GINKGO BILOBA a powerful Antioxidant that has detoxifying qualities. Found to improve circulation by helping to increase healthy blood flow to skin. Known for its anti-aging properties that give a healthier, rosy, younger looking skin.


APPLICATION:
Apply evenly on face avoiding the eye area. Leave for at least 15 minutes or until dry. Use 1-2x a week.

PRICE:
50 grams P315


 I bought this product last month (March 19,2012) as a substitute of my Mario Badescu whitening mask.
And because I fell in love with almost all of the "beneficial ingredients" that they include with product.
My skin is sensitive and I been having an adult acne. 
I ordered this online one of their  Official Distributor.
My review is this...

Packaging
Simple packaging
No box (which is personally I prefer to save Trees)
No instruction on the packaging
No brochure included on the shipment
I was a bit turn-off because it has no safety seal as you can see in the photo above that some of the mask is on the cover lid. 
Then yung label is only on the top of the lid thats basically it. Walang nakasulat (no labeling) na kung ano pa yung ingredients na nilagay nila. Which is I think is very important because some people are allergic to certain ingredients and they should be aware of it if one of the ingredients is may allergens sila.
They should also indicate the FDA license  (The FDA Philippines (Formely the Bureau of Food and Drugs) was created under the Philippines Department of Health as the regulatory and enforcement organization for all food, drug, cosmetic, meadical equipment, and related products.) Which I hope mag improve in the near future.(ma improve ng Krave Minerale Cosmeceuticals )


Personally as I consumer I read labels so it is very important to see and read everything.
And besides sa mukha natin nilalagay so we should be more careful with that.


Application
The moment that I got the item I was very excited to try it. 
I wash my face first with my regular cleanser.
After I put a thick paste on my face, because it is a mask not a moisturizer so i think dapat medyo makapal ang amount na ilalagay.
After I put the mask I felt minty or tingling sensation that at first I thought not bearable because sobrang maanghang sa face. But after 5 mins the burning sensation eventually subside. It smells like toothpaste, I can't tell why because walang labeling so I can't tell which ingredients does the tingling effect but my personal guess is the ginseng. Because I've drink some ginseng tea in the past and medyo may minty taste sya. Well that just a wild guess.
I waited for a good 20 mins before I gently wash my face with warm water.

Effect
I saw the glow.
There is no whitening effect since they been so honest naman sa site nila walang naka indicate na may whitening effect. I just expecting lang kasi Papaya and Pineapple has a whitening property.

Almost one month na since I personally purchased this with my own money.
All I can say is this product is OKAY.


Rate
Rating of  3/5

I think if I been using it before ng wala pa yung adult acne ko I will super enjoy this product.
I think this works best dun sa mga taong may magandang skin or walang acne to maintain it.
Mask is beneficial.
But if you have some issues like adult acne like me this will not lessen your acne or this will not make your acne scars disappear. Maybe it will take months to make an acne scars disappear if you will be using only this products to rely on that it will take months and months.


Price
Reasonable

 Will I recommend it to a friend? Yes.


Well since I been treating my acne ng IPL. Maybe I will enjoy this product more in the future.



The product that is used or shown in this site was purchased with my own money. 
I am not affiliated with any of this company nor am I getting paid to advertise the product.