Beauty Page 23~~ Some New Goodies from Sasa

I have mentioned on the Vitacreme post that I was running out of moisturizer and toner. I also am running out of cleanser... So I decided to give some new products a try. I searched online through many web-sites and did a detailed research and finally decided on what to try!! Winter has been harsh on my skin! My Avene Gel Cleanser is drying out my skin too much and the Anti-shine regulating lotion from the same brand is not hydrating or moiturizing enough in winter. I guess both the products are better for summer. So I'm replacing the cleanser with JUJU Aquamoist HA Foam Cleanser. I still am to order this one from Sasa...

Skipping on to the things I've ordered... A Pore Tightening Serum from BRTC(US$25.30 for 30ml); JUJU Cosmetics Aquamoist Vitamin C Cream(US$15.20 for 50g)&Toner(US$12.30 for 120ml). I'll be using JUJU as my day cream while applying Vitacreme as a night cream and see how it will all work out(hopefully great!). JUJU products had around 300 something raving reviews from the users on Sasa. So I thought, these can't go wrong. They're also for all skin types and really really cheap!! People compared Creme de la Mer with JUJU's Vitamin C Moisture cream O_O

Click on the images below to be directed to the product's homepages on Sasa and read more detailed information plus reviews of users. I will review the products myself after a 2 weeks trial.

Beauty Page 22~~ Vitacreme B12

I am nearly out of moisturizer and am willing to try something new. I've been searching online for a moisturizer that has anti-aging and hydrating properties as well as pore minimizing and tightening effects. Kind of like an all in one cream... Browsing through the internet, I happened to bump into Vitacreme B12 on Sasa's main page right under 'Best Seller's. I was quite impressed on what the cream had claimed to do but you know how things work... Not every product(or people) do what they promise to. So I went on reading the reviews on Sasa plus some other beauty forums and users seemed to have agreed on how well this cream is working!! Since the cream is for all skin types, I decided to give it a try and ordered a tube from YesStyle(because it's cheaper here than in Sasa).

"Vitacreme B12 Regenerative Cream is the hottest item in Europe, the USA, Japan and Korea. It has been gaining great popularity since its birth. The benefits of this amazing treatment are acknowledged by the Japanese celebrity, Norika Fujiwara. What’s more, it made a remarkable sales volume in the Beauty Kingdom, Korea. In only 6 months, 100 000 tubes were sold!
It discloses the secrets of flawless skin:

• *It corrects the skin suffering from fatigue, dehydration, aging or dullness.
• *It enhances skin’s resilience and firmness.
• *It prevents premature wrinkling.
• *It smoothes away fine lines and wrinkles.
• *It reduces the appearance of visible pores.
• *It replenishes skin with moisture and nourishment.
• *It smoothes or alleviates new or old scars caused by acne or insect bites.
• *It soothes damaged skin caused by prolonged exposure to sun.
• *It helps cure chafing rash.
• *It comforts shaved skin.

Clinical research proved it 100% safe and mild. Non-greasy and readily absorbed. For all skin types and all ages. "

-Taken from Sasa-

Check out Sasa to read some reviews.
Also listen to what BeatyQQ thinks on this pink cream HERE on YouTube.

Beauty DIY~~ Aspirin Mask

I've been searching for the right type of exfoliator for my skin when I came across this skin recipe. The first time I read the title I was more than hesitant to try this mask out so I ended up skipping to other DIYs paying not much attention to this recipe. I came back to it when I coinsidentaly bumped into some raving reviews on this home made exfoliator most recently. It is said that this mask exfoliates deeply and gently while preventing your skin from aging though making it a bit more voluranable to the negative effects of the sun. So if you ever decide on trying this mask, make sure you apply your sunscreen(at least spf 30) after words.
I haven't tried it yet though after reading so many positive reviews on it, I will definitely give it a go.
So here's how it's done...

Ingredients
1- 3 tablets of uncoated aspirin.
2- 2-3 drops of honey.
3- 1-2 tea spoon water.

Wet the apirin tablets with water. Dissolve them in the water(smash with fingers). Add the honey in and blend well. Apply on face with circular motion, gently exfoliating your face. Let it sit for 15 minutes then wash off with lukewarm water.

Good luck!!

Beauty Page19~~ Japanese Beauty Secret: Camellia Oil

100% pure Camellia Oil(or sometimes powder) is a widely used beauty formula in Japan on both skin and hair. You may use it on your body as a moisturizer; on your face to balance the oil level of your skin, to get rid of acne and to moisturize. Add a few drops in your shampoo and wash your hair to give it shine, moisture and smoothness. Use it alone on dry hair; massage your scalp and whole hair gently from the roots to the ends to treat the hair. "So it's a one in many kind of product" say many Japanese friends of mine. I thought I'd give it a try and see how it works on me.
I should warn you on some things though... If you have dry or normal skin, this might dry out your skin even more. It can also be used by sensitive skins. I have an extremely sensitive skin so if this does not irritate my skin, I doubt it will any other's. But you never know...
I will be buying the 100% natural one so that I can use it for hair, body and face. Some products are only for hair or face so be careful which one you choose.

Where to Purchase:

You may find various types of Camellia oil on Sasa and BoboDave. You can also check Ebay or a China Town near you ;]

Beauty Page 17~~ BRTC Protect Multiplex BB Cream Review

Likes:
> It's 4 in 1; SPF20/PA++ sun protection, coverage, whitening, has wrinkle repair functions.
> Great for oily skin! It did not make me break out.
> Provides the coverage I need. My face does not need much covering since I don't have acne or acne scars on my face.
> Looks very dark when you first squeeze it out of the tube but blends well even with my pale complexion.
> Stays on the whole day!!
> Does not have any significant scent to it which is great for my highly sensitive nose.

Dislikes:
> Very thick. Not easy to apply.
> I feel like it's clogging up my pores but I'm sure it's because of the thickness.
> When you use a bit more than you should, it fills in the holes your facial expressions dig. Does not look flattering =/

Where to Purchase:
I bought mine from Ebay.
Sasa also has BRTC.

Tips:
This one might not suit dry skins. BRTC has a chart that helps you pick the right BB Cream for your skin type.

Beauty Page 9~~ Kiss Me Sunkiller Whitening Water Suncreen SPF50+ PA+++ Review

Likes:
> A small amount is enough to cover the whole face.
> Does not stain clothes.
> Very easy to apply.
> Does not leave face looking white
> I really think that it’s got strong whitening properties.
> The bottle is very small, you can easily carry it around in your purse.
> Does not leave face looking oily. I think it’s great for people who have oily skin like me.
> It also does not cause any excess sebum secretion on the T-zone area.

Dislikes:
> Smells kind of like a medicine but it does not bother much.
> Even though a small amount is enough to cover the whole face, the bottle is still pretty small(30ml). So this can be a good thing or/and a bad thing. Depends from person to person. For me it’s a good thing because my purse is usually already very full without the sun block ^^’’

Overall:
**5 STARS**

I love this sunscreen!!
And I highly recommend it, especially to oily skins. However, note that products do not work the same on every person. So do read more reviews on it and more information on the product before you decide to buy!!
You may read more information and reviews on the product on Sasa. If the reviews on Sasa are not enough, you may jump on to Makeup Alley for more.

Beauty DIY Tip for Skin Brightening

Here's another beauty tip Song Hye Gyo shared with the reporters for brightening. If it's Hye Gyo giving the tip, you have got to try no matter what! She's got one of the most clear and porcelain skin that makes you want to do whatever it takes to achieve the same look. So here's one of the things she says she does to achieve that bright skin;

You'll Need:
> 1/2 table spoon of honey
> 1 table spoon water
Mix them throughly and apply on your face every fortnight before going to bed. Let the mask sit on your face for about 15-20 minutes then wash it off with lukewarm water. Apply the mask after cleaning your face and before applying your moisturizer.

I'll be trying...

Beauty Page 8~~ Caudalie Vinexpert Anti-Aging Serum Eyes and Lips Review

To tell you the truth, I don't need anti-aging around both my eye and lip areas. I purchased this serum because of the reviews I read online on how it magically gets rid of the puffiness and dark circles on your under eye and that, I needed!! I stay up pretty late and sleep 'till late since most of my time needs to be spent in front of the computer. So did this work? It did!! And I'm beginning to think that it's got some magical thingy in it that works on the second use or even the first!! I am loving this product and not only because it works. It's all natural, paraben and alcohol free plus, not tested on animals!! The last one goes for all Caudalie products. It's very easy to apply and the tiniest amount is more than enough for both your eyes and around your lips.

Who should use?
If you begin to see some fine lines around your eye and lip area, go for this product!!
If you, like me, are a night person and hate to see puffed eyes with dark under eye circles early in the morning, this is just the product for you!!

Suggestion:
You may use another product after Caudalie Vinexpert just to moisturize the skin around the lips and eye area.

Click on the images to shop or view more information on the product.

Beauty DIY Tip for Skin Whitening

I was going through some article on Korean celebrities when I bumped into this DIY recipe. Some of you definitely know who Song Hye Gyo is. For the ones who don't, she is one of the prettiest actresses in South Korea. She is most famous for her beauty and clear, porcelain skin. So this article claims that Hye Gyo shared her beauty secrets and gave out some DIY tips for whitening.
Here's Song Hye Gyo's recipe for skin whitening:
> One fresh egg white.
> A spoon full of honey.
Clean your face first. Mix the egg white and honey and stir until the egg white gets bubbly. Apply on your face and wait until the mask dries. Rinse the mixture off with loads of water. Apply this mask every once in two weeks.

Beauty Page 7~~ Kose Seikishou Whitening Mask Review

Likes:
> Smells nice.
> Like the packaging, it's cute.
> Black mask, is interesting.
> Gives your face a cool, refreshing feeling.
> Unlike many bad reviews I've read on how hard it is to apply to the face, I myself proved all those wrong. It's actually pretty easy to apply and does come out your finger quite easily.
> Does whiten.

Dislikes:
> I found it to be too harsh on the skin. Facial hair comes out and it hurts!!
> I would not recommend this on sensitive skins. My skin is pretty sensitive so it did not give me the feeling that it should. Gave me a bit of skin irritation. Nothing major but still... I would prefer the Silk Whitia Masks!!

Overall:
*3Stars*

Beauty Page 6~~ Bring the Japanese Hot Srpings to Your Bath

Winter is the best season to enjoy the hot springs especially in Japan. Meet Tabi no Yado bath salts. Each box has 15 packs of bath salts that contain aroma, mineral contents, and moisturizing ingredients from Japanese famous hot spring. You can enjoy the Japanese hot springs in your own house at your own bath with Tabi no Yado. Just choose one of the famous hot spring spots in Japan (Noboribetsu, Kusatsu, Hakone, Shirahama, and Beppu), fill in your bath tub and saok in to relax. Each pack gives different color and scent to the water. The scents are not strong and disturbing but does give you the feeling that you are actually soaking in a Japanese hot spring. I love these because they give me a relaxing feeling while smoothing and moisturizing my body. Nice music at the background to set the mood plus some candle lights equals a perfect relaxation after a long and tiresome day. Should say, Hakone is my favorite ^__^

Click on the images above to shop or read more detailed description on Tabi no Yado Bath Salts in webichi (ships within US only).

Beauty Page 4~~ Avene Cleanance Anti-Shine Regulating Lotion Review

Likes:
> Does regulate the oil level on the skin.
> I haven't had any break outs because of this product.
> Moisturizes combination to oily skin perfectly.
> Very easy to apply.
> It's oil free.

Dislikes:
> Does not hydrate and it's not enough in winter.
>Prevents T-zone to shine but not through the whole day.

Overall:
**5 Star**

Tips:
> Use also around your neck area. Neck area is as important as your face so you must keep it moisturized as well. There are products that are especially produced for the neck area. I will post a review on one of those items later on in this blog so stay tuned =]

Where to Purchase:
See glow or search on Ebay

Beauty Page 3~~ Silk Whitia Anti-Oxidation Whitening Mask

Likes:
> After application, my face feels clean, fresh, plump and young. Great treat for the face!!
> You would be amazed by it's whitening effect!!
> Make up looks and sticks much better after I use this mask.

Dislikes:
> The paper mask is too big for my face (>.<) > A bit pricey to use more than once a week.

Overall:
**5 Stars**

Tips:
> You can apply the remaining cream in the bag onto your face after 10 minutes(mask should stay on for 15-20min.). You may also apply some of the remaining cream to your neck area.

Where to Purchase:
If you want to purchase the mask or read more reviews on it, you can visit Sasa. I could not find any other place to purchase this mask online. Sasa has a promotion on all Silk Whitia masks at the moment so if you're planning to buy this one or any other Silk Whitia mask, don't miss your chance! Buy one, get one for free!

Beauty Page 1~~ Caudalie Beauty Elixir Review

Likes:
It's got pore diminishing effect, anti-aging properties and gives face a refreshing feeling. The poor diminishing effect worked on me in less than a month. It's an amazing product to use in summer and is a great treat for the face while on a plane. After use, my face feels plump, clean, fresh and young.

Dislikes:
To me, it smells bad. I've read lots of reviews on this product online and there were many different opinions on it's scent. So my advice would be to see for yourself. This product contains alcohol which is a minus for me. I do not like to apply products containing alcohol on my face or body so instead of using it twice, I only use this once a day, before I go to bed.

Overall:
**4STARS**

How to use:
After cleaning your face, shake the bottle two-three times, close your eyes and spray on your forehead first, keeping it about 10cm away from your face. Keep your eyes and mouth closed then go down to your nose and chin next to spray. Wait until it dries on your skin before applying your moisturizer. I use it as a toner.

Where to Purchase:
If you are an American resident, see www.glow.com to purchase Caudalie Beauty Elixir for only $15, shipping free!! Glow also ships internationally but not every item so if you are not residing in USA, you might want to check glow out to see if they ship the item to your area or not.