[Sponsored Product Review] Bio-essence New Launch - Royal Jelly + ATP range

What is so unique about the Royal Jelly + ATP Shape V Face Series?

Fact:  Adenosine Tri-phosphate (ATP) is a coenzyme that stores the energy to support metabolism in our cells. It improves micro circulation to facilitate the renew and repair of our skin cells while restoring suppleness , radiance and firmness to the skin.

Having ATP as the key ingredient that is used in every product in the Bio-essence ATP V Face series. The product has a special blend of exclusive ingredients such as Bio Energy Fluid and Bio Mineral Amino Acid Essence, the Bio-essence ATP V Face series promises to have double the effects to supply and communicate energy to skin cells.

And today, we have a special guest (actually he's just KPO and Curious about what I was doing)

Problem: - No matter what product I use that promises brightening effects, constantly fails!

Well, here's what you need to know! Many people do know that there are dead skin cells being left on our skin each and every day. Some, would naturally be swept away when you walk on the streets. Some don't and become permanent resident on your faces! When there are dead skin cells left on your face, with no proper treatment, it will form a blocking layer, causing your skin to have outbreaks, or constant dullness.  

DID YOU KNOW? Dust particles are made of dead skin cells as well? 

This is why, everyone should have a Deep Exfoliating product under their skincare regime. My recommendation is to use it once every week before you use your masks, so that the essence can be well absorbed.

 

The Bio-Essence Deep Exfoliating Gel with Royal Jelly + ATP 

• Thoroughly and effectively removes dead skin cells and refines pores
• A gentler and more effective alternative to squeezing or using pore stripes for removal of blackheads
• Removes the dead skin barrier for better absorption of skin care products applied subsequently, thus brightening skin tone

The product when squeezed out is actually a smooth gelish product. But after a consistent massage on the area, small little dead cells (or so I would assume) would form causing the little particles on my hand as above. Pretty interesting concept. But I still prefer the microbeads kind of exfoliant!  How bout you?!

Problem: - I have dry & sensitive skin. How?!?!

Though that's not really an issue I'm facing, it is definitely an issue my mum is facing. Having dry face, like most Caucasians do, is not a pleasant feeling to have. When I was in Melbourne, I suffered dry skin pretty badly. On the first night, my skin peeled already! I was so scared! I cannot imagine people who go through it on a daily basis! It would really be super scary. 

My swollen calves due to water retention ):

 

The left side in comparison, has a lot more of a healthier shine in comparison with the right. Product doesn't feel greasy at all !

 

Radiant Youth Essence with Royal Jelly + ATP 

• Contains 95% pure Green Tea extract
• Rich in anti-oxidant properties to help reduce signs of ageing
• Fragrance and preservatives free
• Locks in moisture, prevents dryness and keeps skin hydrated and soft
• With ATP to recharge skin cells with energy, maintaining youthfulness

Problem : - I want a sharper face, is that even possible without surgery? 

You  must be thinking, Andrea, your face is already long, why would you want an even sharper face now? Ah hah! For those who are on the Moon Face boat with me, I bet you do realise that when we put on just a little bit of weight on our faces, everything just looks SO WRONG. Its like a fatter crescent. Not pretty at all. With a firmer face shape, not only does our skin look more healthy, you also won't have to contour your face like mad!
 

Face Lifting Cream with Royal Jelly + ATP

The Star Product of the entire range has got to be this! The product does feel a bit tingling, but that's just kind of mean it is working isn't it?

• Fades spots and whitens skin
• Reduces double chin 
• Contracts pores and refines skin 
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles 
• Deeply moisturizes and nourishes skin with precious herbal ingredients 
• Lifts facial contours,shapes V face and look younger

 
DID YOU KNOW : Massaging motions being carried out on the face would have a direct impact on the results you get from products? If it is a lifting product you're using, remember to massage in the direction against gravity pull, otherwise, no miraculous product would be able to help. Pamper yourself daily and massage with an upward motion to reduce those fine lines! 

Check out this Clinical Thermal Infra-Red Test to prove the efficacies of the Face Lifting Cream with ATP

Thermal Infra-red picture for “Before application of Face Lifting Cream with ATP” Thermal Infrared picture for “After application of Face Lifting Cream with ATP” ( Higher temperature registered as seen from the thermal area in red within the picture)

The higher temperature registered by the thermal infra-red equipment after application (red area) indicates that the Face Lifting Cream with ATP has effectively help promote the blood and oxygen circulation within 10 minutes of application .This in turn helps to burn excess fats and create a youthful V shaped face.

The full range of the New Royal Jelly + ATP

 

Restoration of the skin’s suppleness, radiance and firmness to achieve a youthful V-shaped facial contour - choose Bio-Essence Royal Jelly + ATP range today! 

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That's right, stand to win daily prizes over on Bio Essence Facebook Page by playing the "UNLOCK YOUR FEMININE CHARM" Game! 


xx
Andrea 

[Product Review] Hada Labo Arbutin Whitening Lotion

One Drop Reveals Natural Fairness

A Combination of 3 Types of Hyaluronic Acid for 3X the Hydration Power

Why Hada Labo?
Personally, I have heard many of my friends rave about the original Hada Labo Moisturising Lotion. But I'm not really a big fan of it, I blame it on our extremely sunny weather.

The Hada Labo Skincare philosophy: "PERFECT X SIMPLE" was inspired by traditional Japanese beauty wisdom, Hada Labo adopts a "No More, No Less" philosophy in the formulation of its products. Unnecessary additives such as colourant, fragrance and mineral oil that will burden the skin are omitted. Only beneficial, essential ingredients are retained to ensure maximum effectiveness - Only the best your skin and nothing else...

Side Track: To me, it is equally important that the brand promises what it has stated to the public at large. As a marketer myself, often when I feel that a certain brand doesn't deliver, I will get really frustrated, because if you can't deliver, don't promise. Cause with promise, comes expectation. And life has taught all of us well that if expectations are not met, disappointments are not nice to have. Especially for a marketing personnel. 

What does the product do? 
Hada Labo Arbutin Whitening Range gives users the three benefits in one step! With Arbutin and Vitamin C along with Hyaluronic Acid, Hada Labo's Whitening Range allows us to gain fairer moist and brighter skin!

Fact: Do you know that products with Vitamin C helps your skin to recover faster from scarring and also, helps to brighten and lighten your face! Removing the dull complexion in your face!

Fact 2: Always wondered what Arbutin is? Arbutin is actually an extract from a natural bearberry plant that promises to enhance skin fairness and help fight dark spots! 

Check out their super informative website with full step-by-step regime! Here

The Moisturising Lotion Milk - the Moisturising Lotion & the Arbutin Whitening Lotion

What is the difference between the Hada Labo Moisturising Lotion & the Arbutin Whitening Lotion?
There is a little difference in terms of texture of the product. The Arbutin Whitening Lotion feels a lot lighter in comparison with the Moisturising Lotion. If you ask me what I like better, I would say the Arbutin Whitening Lotion. 

The Arbutin Whitening Lotion

Moisturising Lotion

Would I recommend the product? 
Well I guess this is really up to an individual choice. Personally I have been trying to stick to the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair regime to see its true effectiveness, so I haven't really tried this product on my face yet. But, I will suggest to people who are less prone to outbreaks. Previously when I was using the moisturising lotion, I will get outbreaks rather frequent cause the moisturising level is way too high for our local weather. But I have heard from a couple of my friends who have tried it before and they do like the texture and after effects of the product. 

I WANT TO TRY!!
That's right! All consumers/readers who are interested to give the product a trial, head on down to Hada Labo Facebook Page here! Redeem your travel size gift(s) today and let me know if you like it!

Till the next review, toodles! 

xx
Andrea

[Event Review] The Weekly's Look Good, Feel Great Masterclass by Olay!

Co-organised by Women's Weekly & Olay, I was kindly invited to attend "The Weekly's Look Good, Feel Great Masterclass" on 30th March 2013, Four Seasons Hotel Crescent Ballroom

Here are some photos from the event.

Myth Buster by Larry Yeo

Myth Buster by Larry Yeo

Larry Yeo busting myths with his magic hands!

Ms Barbara Koh, Editor of Women's Weekly

Olay Senior Scientist, David Khoo, to share about the latest skincare technology for the All New Olay Regenerist range

This is the best I could get of the Superiority Live Demo! Decided to make it a .gif, so you can save the trouble of scrolling down endless photos. What happened during this demonstration was a about 5ml syringe was use to scoop up two different product - Product X and of course the New Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream and placed in two bottles; shake & test its solubility. The Olay cream obviously mixed really well with the water and it was mentioned that a good skin care product is usually more water-dispersed. Because our skin main composition is water, and more water-dispersed product can carry ingredient deeper in skin layers. 

The Olay Regenerist Eyelash Duo!

Olay Regional Training & Capability Leader, Susan Park

Olay Regional Training & Capability Leader, Susan Park

    Eventually, what did I went home with?

With special thanks to Cozycot and Olay for sponsoring these products for me to test on. Would definitely do another write-up on the (new) products that I received - Olay Regenerist Revitalising serum & the Olay Regenerist Eyelash Duo


xx
Andrea

[Product Review] Belif - belif in truth

Hello there pretty(s)! 

So just the other day, I was at Plaza Singapura purchasing my manager's birthday present, and chanced upon the store that my cousin was raving about - Belif at the new wing of Plaza Singapura. I wanted to purchase what my cousin recommended - The Aqua Bomb for my boss, but was out of stock. Extremely convinced by the reviews from my cousin and of course trying out at the counter, made me purchase the actual size of the product, which I collected a few days later!


What is the brand all about?

(screenshots from their website)

(screenshots from their website)

(screenshots from their website)

For the products that I have tested, all have promised that there is no addition of Mineral oil, Synthetic fragrance, Synthetic dyes, Synthetic preservatives, Animal-origin ingredients.

When I made my purchase, the sales assistance was so kind to throw in so much more of the other products that were sold on the shelves. Because I spent more than $80SGD ( I bought the Aqua Bomb and Moisturising Bomb), I was entitled to the following products:

What have I tried and my reviews? 

1. Hungarian Water Essence

 
"This essence contains hydration secrets of the legendary Hungarian Water that enabled Hungarian Queen Elizabeth to maintain her beauty into old age. This product is applied cool like a spritz of water, and clings to the skin lightly without stickiness, prolonging suppleness and softness"

VLV: Pumping the product out was easy breezy. Unlike several serum/essence out there, the product isn't oily at all. It comes off very light and glides on easily on the face. Allowing the essence to be absorbed very efficiently!

2. The True Cream - Aqua Bomb - $54SGD

"With Napiers aqua formula containing Lady’s Mantle, often called “a woman’s hydrating herb,” this refreshing gel cream supplies instant moisture to the skin while forming a protective layer that wraps the skin in comfort."

VLV: As I scooped the product out from the bottle, I thought it was going to be really sticky and difficult for the product to penetrate into my skin. But I was extremely wrong. Just see the picture. It requires one to spread then pat the 'excess' product into the face. Just look! It doesn't shine with flash on! Which give it extra brownie points! ♥♥♥

Following my cleansing regime, last night I tried the above two steps and I must say, it was so refreshing. My face finally felt like it was hydrating and breathing well!

3. First Aid Overnight Skin Regeneration Mask

"A sleeping mask with a natto-like texture that provides intensive nourishment and restores skin vitality overnight. With Napiers anti-aging formula, this mask regenerates dull and exhausted skin and improves its elasticity while helping restore firmness."

VLV: Over the weekends, I was complaining about how troublesome putting a proper mask was (apply mask, wait 20minutes, wash off, skincare regime - so tiring), *now scratch that* the first thing that came to my mind was to try the mask that I had the deepest impression of amongst the rest of the products that I was given the other day. It was the First Aid Overnight Skin Regeneration Mask! Because I was given a sample product, I didn't know what was the amount to apply! The product smells a little "ginger-ish"/ "lemon grass-ish". It is a tad bit heavy/thick (in comparison with Laneige sleeping mask pack). Sticky too!

Because I squeezed so much for my entire face I decided to not waste the excess and started to spread it on my knees and my elbows (always neglected by many). The next day, when I woke up and washed my face together with my usual morning routine, I have to say, my face feels so soft and hydrated! - Seriously, not kidding.


Would I recommend to others?
Currently, I have only tried the above mentioned. As you can see from the picture, I have a few products that I have yet to try. But I would definitely recommend the Aqua Bomb & the First Aid Overnight Skin Regeneration Mask to everyone I know. You know how sometimes we are just plain lazy, and it is the day of the week where you need to do your mask to replenish the hydration level on your face? Now you don't have to fret about waking up to extremely oily skin or millia seeds in months. These two products can really cater to dehydrated skin!

You can find the products here

Plaza Singapura (New Wing) #01-61 || Tel: 6884 8662
Wisma Atria #B1-64 || Tel: 6836 6409

Junction 8 #01-28B || Opening in end April 2013.

Suntec City #02-339 ||  Opening in May 2013. 

Facebook || Official Website

 

xx
Andrea

VanityTrove April 2013 - Spring Update! + *secret*

ITS BACK!

*woof woof* and endless barking is how my vanity troves get greeted 99% of the time!

 

Here are the individual items in my trove!

Visible Whitening Multi-Targeted UV Shield BB Cream SPF 30 PA ++ -- S$80 (125ML)

This protective daytime beauty balm provides high protection from sun and pollution as it instantly hydrates and brightens skin. Contains melanin-inhibiting and anti-aging technology to fight the appearance of discolourations and fine lines. Imparts a smooth, even toned look and a soft, translucent glow. In three skin-enhancing shades.

VLV: Easy application, smooth & sweet smelling! However, upon flash text, it is a tad bit shiny for me! The coverage is pretty light in my opinion.  

 

Visible Whitening Melanin Control Night Capsules -- S$140 (50 Capsules)

This high performance night time serum in a capsule delivers potent natural hop extract to intercept melanin synthesis at every phase, diminishing excess pigmentation and the appearance of uneven skin tone. See a profoundly visible transformation: skin looks smooth, crystal clear and translucent – glowing with confidence.


VLV: I have never used such products in capsules before, so this is my very first! I secretly think that they are little genies at night! The serum texture is light and non-sticky! 








 
Visible Whitening Smoothing Cleanser -- S$55 (125ML)


This gently foaming cleanser with enzymatic micro-beads instantly removes dead surface cells, reducing the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone. Melts into skin to effectively cleanse, purify and detoxify. Skin looks instantly brighter, more even toned and glowing. Serum-filled capsules contain SpectraBright™ technology and plant-derived extracts to help prevent melanin synthesis.

Next up in my troves are from...  

DR.CI:LABO BB Perfect Cream White 377+ -- S$67 (30G) 
An All-In-One BB Cream that consists of Beauty Essence + Facial Cream + Makeup Base for Brightening + Concealer + Makeup foundation all-in-one tube!  The word "WHITE 377" is a latest dermatological breakthrough ingredient for skin brightening, while "EGF" is to assist with the skin's rejuvenation. 

VLV: Knowing that it is a whole new formula, I decided to give it a try, just the other day when I went for the Olay Masterclass (will blog about it soon). The product has a light blue-ish/grey-ish undertone to it, which I thought would made my face look dull, but surprisingly not! It has very very very coverage, able to cover the redness on the sides of my nose and last me for a good 4 - 5 hours. Dont feel dry or even cakey during application! 

DR.CI:LABO Super Cleansing EX -- S$50 (100G) 
A Gel-like makeup remover that cleanser without losing the skin's moisture level. Works well with all skin-type and all types of makeup, dirt and other impurities! Upon application, the gel will transform into oi, and with its gentle warming effect, it will soften the dead skin cells and lift the make up away from the pore. Leaving clear pores!!!

DR.CI:LABO Super Washing Foam EX -- S$47 (120G)
A facial cleanser that promises to moisturise WITHOUT the use of fragrance and colouring substances, mineral oils and is Paraben free. Foams up to a creamy texture, easy for application too! 

DR.CI:LABO Aqua Collagen Gel Super Moisture EX -- S$130 (120G)| S$65 (50G) 
This product is da bomb!! Because of how lazy I can get after work, usually after cleansing, I'd prefer to slap on an ALL-IN-ONE cream that doesn't need me to do much at the end of the day. (I know, I will regret this someday, but till that day comes lah). It is a one time application after makeup remover + facial wash. The naturally derived gel has the ability to preserve high moisture levels in our skin! It moisturises both inner and outer of our skin.

VLV: Product isn't sticky, and doesn't give the extreme glow or oily look after application! Best part was, when I woke up after applying the product, my face felt so soft and pump. SUPER BOMB!

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SUPERBERRY EDITION!!!!

I was wearing the DR.CI:LABO BB Perfect Cream White 377+

Here’s what you may find in your Superberry.me exclusive edition VanityTrove (worth over $100):

• Storyderm Mask: In stem cell, red ginseng, collagen, E.G.F. Coenzyme 10, vitamin C or Caviar 
• Margherita Ghel foam cleanser 
• Femme Science product: In 2 different types; body polish (200) and face cleanser (100) 
• Sassi topcoat 
• Sassi nailfile 
• Denman mini brush 
• Ghassan hair mask sachet

A little bit more about Superberry.me 

Superberry brings only the finest grooming products from around the world to cater to the needs of women in Singapore. Superberry has products that can groom a woman from head to toe. Be it hair products, moisturizers, fragrances or nail polish. 

Exclusively available at Superberry is the FemmeScience range of skincare and acne products from the US, where the products are 100% free of fragrance, dyes and irritants, and deliver the highest performance and quality using professional-grade ingredients. Other exclusive brands to look out for include Ghassan range of haircare products from Australia , Margherita Ghel; organic skincare products from France, Storyderm; silk masks from Korea and the Ciracle range of skincare products which is also from Korea.

Superberry @ Orchard Central
181 Orchard Road, #03-29
Singapore 238896
Tel: 6536 2269

Cause it was the day of the week where I usually re-do my nails... I decided to give the Sassi topcoat a try! Here's the result! It dries up pretty quickly too in comparison with my usually Sally Hansen Megashine Top Coat

Once again, thank you Camy for the troves!

xx
Andrea