Showing posts with label secrets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label secrets. Show all posts

Tuesday, 12 November 2013

PRODUCT REVIEW: Laniege Water Sleeping Pack EX

So today I'm going to make a review on the Laneige Water Sleeping Pack EX which is supposed to be a better and newer version of their old sleeping pack. For all of you who don't know this brand, it's actually a Korean mid level brand. As Korean skin care products are kinda popular, I wanted to see what's the big fuss about them. The sleeping pack in particular is also a very Korean product, but now some western brands also produce them.

Onto the packaging, from here you could see that it looked pretty cool and has a luxurious feel with the cooling blues and the nice thick packaging. I liked that its in a jar instead of a pump cause it's supposed to be like a mask that you wear while you sleep. It lets me get ALL of the product without any wastage. It seems unhygienic though since so much of the sleeping pack was exposed to the air, but thankfully they provided a little spatula that lets you scoop the product to your face so no bacteria transfer from your hands to the pack.

The Claim:
The product claims to have a soothing brightening effect that helps with moisturising the skin throughout the night, it also claims to let you sleep and relax better through their sleepscent technology. By using their snow water, Ceramide SLN, Hunza Apricot Extract, and Chesnut Extract, it claims to be like an antioxidant and  to help renew skin cells for a sleek skin texture.



This is what the product looks like, together with the spatula that I just mentioned. Its a light gel like texture with a faint blue colouring. When applied, there's a cool feel to my skin with each application. It really helps me relax and cool down my face whenever I use it. However, you can only use the sleeping pack twice a week maximum. This is to make sure that the skin does not get too irritated, due to the sleepscent. It has a very  nice smell which also alerts me to actually follow the dosage on the product (I usually don't do this and use products as often as I wish but not for this one) it's hard to believe that a product which you could clearly smell the perfume could be safe to use everyday. After using this product according to the instructions, it is safe to use.

This is how it looks like when its first applied to the skin, the cream is a semi-transparent and has a feels very cool and soothing to the touch. When its evenly spread out on the skin, it has a watery sheen to it. But it absorbs fast, and doesn't feel sticky when it's dry.


When the sleeping pack is already absorbed into the skin, the smell is not as strong as before and the skin looks moisturised and is soft to the touch. It only takes about 3-5 min for the pack to be absorbed into the skin.












After the full 8 hours, the pack should then be washed off, leaving clear, brightened and moisturised skin. In my case, my face felt moisturised and is not as oily any more. I have combination skin (oily on the t-zone area only) but its not acne prone, just gets a lot of white-heads (I hate them.) and the sleeping pack was great for me. The only major turn off for me would be the amount of perfume in it, so there is only a twice a week dosage. I'd rate this an 8/10 for overall use. I totally recommend this product to anyone who just needs a good moisture boost. For those living in four season countries this is great for the winter months. For people living in the tropics, its great for you guys too, the humid weather provides some moisture for your skin but under the AC its just as dry as being in a four season country.

Love the product, and remember a little goes a long way with this sleeping pack. :) Try finding them in Sephora, they are carrying the brand in my area so try them first. If not you could find them online. Have fun trying this sleeping pack :) its works like a dream.

-Elizabeth Tiffany

Wednesday, 25 September 2013

How to make your nose smaller without Surgery or Fillers!

Today i am going to share to you how to reshape your nose without surgery or fillers! Sounds awesome right. Pain free, non invasive and definitely. all natural.

However, this will not gurantee you a completely different nose as that my friend, is impossible unless you do surgery. This will however tone and firm up the the muscles around the nostrils and as a result, it can reshape, tone and narrow the nose area. 

You gotta be consistent though as the change on the nose area are not as dramatic or obvious as on the body or other parts of your face. 

You cannot expect overnight results or changes by doing the sxercise once a week.

The nose is made up of cartilage not muscle, so we can only work on the muscles around the nose 

Basically, do this exercise daily, diligently and you will see results soon enough! 

IT ONLY TAKES LESS THAN 5 MINUTES. 

Do 3 sets of repetitions up to 5 repetitions.
If you feel dizzy, stop the exercise and take a deep breath.
Focus on the nose area and relax the reset.
Do not wrinkle your forehead.

Take "Before" photos from many different angles.

And "see" the results objectively in a few weeks!




GOOD LUCK



By: Tiffany Olivia 

PRODUCT REVIEW : Guerlain Issima Midnight Secret

I have been using this product for about 6-8 weeks and i'd like to give my verdict on it. So i was browsing around google and there came a post about Celebrity's favourite or recommended beauty products. Rosie Huntington Whiteley, former Victoria Secret Angel and actress recommended to splurge on the Guerlain Issima Midnight Secret. When i first read it i thought wow that sounds really expensive, but i decided to check it out in makeupalley and it got 4.0 out 5 based on 93 reviews!.

And then i went on a family trip to Europe and while in Heathrow Airport in London, i passed by and saw the Guerlain Issima Midnight standing there looking all classy and shit and i thought well why not give it a go. Thankfully it wasnt over a 100ml so it was all good. HOWEVER, it was 80 freaking pounds.

The product comes in a midnight blue packaging with a gold cap .At first i thought it was for anti aging but nah, it is for all skin types, all ages and best of all, it is a freaking late night recovery treatment! So what is a late night recovery treatment? basically when individuals dont get enough sleep, the skin cant regenerate itself therefore resulting in really dull and pale skin. The midnight secret with Hydronoctine detoxifies by replenishing moisture and oxygen to the cells, while yeast extract improves cellular oxygenation. Vitamin E and rice extract combat free radicals. 




Looks pretty right? 

Well wait till you smell it, when i first opened the cap, i smelled an amazing scent that i cant really make out what but it smelled so good seriously! but i was a bit worried as i have oily combo acne prone senstive skin and suspect it might not be fragrance free but nonetheless i tried it anyway. 

HOW TO USE: 
Apply to cleansed skin at night, either alone or under another skincare product for up to three times per week (on non-consecutive nights).



It comes with a pump bottle as you can see, so clearly it is definitely hygienic and wont be such a hassle as  there is no need to use q tips to scoop out the product if it were placed in a jar packaging. I usually use one pump and it is already enough for the entire face, 



It comes out a white goopy gel like texture that wont clog your pores and it is definitely oil free! It felt like i was applying gold to my skin as it absorbed really well and there was no greasy or any discomfort during application. I used this only when im going out to a sleepover, concert, party, flight or when im pulling out an all nighter. 

So the result?

When i went on a 15hour flight, i could barely sleep as it was really uncomfortable sleeping in economy class so i stayed up, watched a few movies and listened to music, However with lots of free time, i made a trip to the toilet, washed my face, slather on the guerlain issima midnight secret and returned to my seat. By the time we landed, I felt really tired and sleepy but my skin feels great, rejuvenated and moisturised. Even my mum commented on how even my skin looked. 

The week after, was exam week meaning i stayed up all night almost everyday and basically i knew my skin was about to look like crap and i could feel a breakout coming through. However, i began to use the midnight secret in conjunction with La Roche Posay Effaclar K (which i use as a night moisturiser)  and barely had any sleep. Instead of the usual dehydrated oiliness, a cluster of acne and blackheads or dull looking skin, nothing happened. Seriously, the midnight secret prevented it from happening. Instead it was like sleep in a bottle! . My skin stayed even, clear and hydrated. 

I didnt use this every night though as it is meant as a 'late night recovery treatment' so i do recommend to use this for those late night partying, concerts, long haul flights, all nighter or even sickly days. Even though it is soo freaking expensive, i definitely would recommend to splurge on this! 



RATE: 9/10 . if the price was lower, definitely a 10/10! 








By; Tiffany Olivia

Tuesday, 17 September 2013

How to look like a Victoria Secret Angel Part 2

Alessandra Ambrosio:  



-She and her trainer, Leonardo Carvalho work mostly her butt, and legs

- They do a mix of brazillian capoeira and cardio with elastic bands

-She mostly eats a balanced diet and portion control.

-She eats several snacks a day to keep her metabolism running

-She generally isnt into the taste of water, instead she opts of coconut water

-Tries to put a hair treatment once a week, she uses a hair treatment from kerastase.

-She uses Kerastase Hair products. Particularly the Volumactive Line

-She also uses Moroccanoil and a Macadamia mask on her hair as well

-Always washes her face at night and takes off any makeup

-Uses Soft Cotton Balls to take off makeup as it is gentle.

-Is a huge fan of Victoria Secret Bronze Instant Bronzing Tinted Shimmer Lotion

-Always Moisturises her skin straight out of the shower.


Behati Prinsloo:



-Uses Rosewater Sprays, Elizabeth Arden's 8 Hour Cream and Waleda Skin Food For Body

-Does Pilates and Yoga every week but before a big show, she amps up her training with a trainer and starts to use weights and cardio.

-Dermatologica is her favourite face product

-Only use makeup when she has to

-Uses Aveda Damage Control Conditioner and a normal shampoo

-Doesnt follow a diet. She mostly eats balanced tries to eat as healthy as possible

-Drinks a lot of water

-Also does Swimming to Stay active.

-Swears By Probiotics


Karlie Kloss:

-Uses Caudalie Eau De Beauty Elixir

-Doesnt wear makeup when not working

-Is a big fan of MoroccanOil and uses their cream as well

-Uses Clarins Sunscreen

-Uses Victoria Secret Beach Wave Hair Spray to give that beachy look

-When it comes to dry skin, she picks up the Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Scrub

-Removes her makeup with Pond's Cold Cream

-Uses the Brand Labello or Christian Dior as Lipbalm

-Uses Oribe's Shampoo for beautiful color and Nexxus Humectress Conditioner

-Takes Viviscal Supplements

-Uses Invasiligns for her teeth and Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid Toothpaste

-Uses Embryolisse Cleanser

-Uses Joanna Vargas Daily Serum and Estee Lauder Hydrationist Moisturiser

-Drinks a lot of water

-Eats a balanced Diet and Portion Control

-She does Jogging and Kickboxing to Stay in Shape


Doutzen Kroes:

-Does Japanese Facials

-Goes to a Boxing Gym Called Aerospace in New York City

-Uses Organic Coconut Oil on her Hair and sometimes uses it as a scrub

-Fresh Protein Bars and Fruits are her go to snack and green juices

-Takes Vitamin C everyday

-No alchohol, Onions or Broccoli as they make you feel bloated

-Drinks a glass of water in the morning and before go to bed

-Eats a balanced diet and portion control

-Tries to get 8h of sleep everynight

-Trains with Michael Olajide and enjoys using a jumprope for cardio


Lily Aldridge:

-Currently Follows the Blood Type Diet

-Uses Rose Marie Swift Organic Oil on her Skin

-Tracey Cunningham is her hair stylist

-Does Ballet as a workout

-Uses a Vitamin E chapstick

-Drinks Plenty of Water

-Makes sure she gets 8h of sleep every night

-She eats a lot of Salmon and grilled veggies in olive oil

-Indulges Occasionally

-Works out about 3-4x a week

-Takes Omega Fish Oil supplemets to improve her skin, hair and nails

-Is also a big fan of Moroccan Oil

-Does a lot of Yoga and Pilates as well to stay active

-Her trainer is currently Justin Gelband.



So guys it is basically simple. All the Angels say the exact same thing : Healthy Diet + Plenty Of Water + Exercise + Take care of your skin + Take your vitamins + Take Care of your hair + 8-10 Hours of Sleep = Looking the Absolute Best Version of yourself ! . Its that simple. Try this for a month and who knows, maybe you could look even better than an angel!


Good Luck

By: Tiffany Olivia



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