The Chic in the Pink

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Moving On..

Hey Pretty Ladies!

I just wanted to take time to thank you guys for reading my blog for 3 years! Wootwoot!

Sadly though, I have decided to migrate my blog to Weebly.

I will still continue to do reviews but I just wanted to have more flexibility and freedom of creativity and I believe Weebly will be able to provide that to me.

Please continue to support and follow me at my new blog:

The Chic in the Pink!

Thank you Pretty Ladies! Stay beautiful!

Ja ne!

Friday, March 7, 2014

March Haul Post Pic-Heavy! - Skinfood Gold Caviar Collagen Ampoule, Skinfood Salmon Eye Patch, Skinfood Fresh Apple No Sebum Spot Serum, IN2IT, Nichido, and Fanny Serrano!

Hey Pretty Ladies! How's it going?

I know I promised to do a four-part review on my Wonder Pore Line, but I kinda lost the pics I took and I have to retake them. And I'm kinda busy at the moment, but I'll post everything soon, promise!

Anyway, I was just strolling in the mall with my kids the other day. I really had no plans to buy anything, well, I just wanted to buy an Etude House cream illuminizer. The local mall's Etude House sales lady said they didn't have it, and she was sooooo rude! I got so pissed off that I ended not buying anything from them. LOL.

I instead diverted my attention to Skinfood. Luckily for me, they were on sale that day. WEEEEE! I ended up buying a few stuff, and a few more stuff from the local makeup department.

Here they are:

Skinfood Haul

SkinFood Haul!

L-R: Salmon Eye Patch, Fresh Apple No Sebum Spot Serum, Gold Caviar Collagen Ampoule

As I mentioned, I focused my attention to Skinfood. Their kinda an expensive brand here. You can't see full sized serums or tones at less than 1000 PHP. So I was sooooo happy they were on 50 and 80 % sale on selected items. I got 3 items in total, but I can use them for a long time. The first item I got is Skinfood Gold Caviar Collagen Ampoule.

On sale!

According to the sales lady, this is good for tired and lined skin. Collagen is good for maintaining flexibility and smoothness. I honestly don't know what the rest of the ingredients are for, but I think they would be good. ^^

With the pack, you'll get a total of 14 ampoules, 7 for day use and 7 for night.

7 vials each for night and day use.

Each ampoule can be used up to 3 times. You need to apply them before you use your toner, once in the morning, and once at night. I still don't have any thoughts on this; I used it twice, and I haven't seen any changes yet.

Each ampoule is good for 3 uses, but I think I can extend each for 5 uses, LOL.

The night ampoule has a creamy-oily consistency, while the morning has an alcohol-y kind of feel. You have to shake both vigorously to make sure everything is mixed, kinda like an emulsion.

I got this at 80% off, it was down to 870 PHP from 4350 PHP. weee!

Next up is the Skinfood Salmon Eye Patch. And I am in love with this.

I love this. This is soo cool to the eyes.

I was actually looking for the double eye cream in the Gold Caviar line, but it wasn't on sale (boo-hoo). So Ms. Sales Lady recommended getting the eye patch instead since it was on sale.

It has salmon roe extracts from Salmon caught in Hokkaido. It contains Omega-3 that helps brighten the dark circles in your eyes.

I love how they have directions in English!

8 packs in all.

The single pack.

Can you see this clearly?

The product comes in a sachet. When you open it, you would really notice how wet the pack is. It even drips!

It kinds looks weird, doesn't it?

Anyway, the product is in the shape of a roe. It doesn't have any funky smell and is incredibly wet! So what you do is you apply the roe thing below your eyes and it will stick! Leave it on for 10 mins and massage the area to really keep the moisture in.

Weee! Me!

The product feels sooo cool on your skin. I swear. I kinda flipped it over after the 1st 10 mins because it was still wet and I wanted to make the most out of it (its expensive!).

I used it wrongly I think? hahaha..

I got the pack of 8 for 430 from 2150. ^^

The last thing I got, which wasn't on sale, is the Fresh Apple No Sebum Spot Serum. What it does is that it instantly mattifies the oily spots on your skin.

My favorite!

The consistency is very runny, and leaves a cool feeling on your skin, much like alcohol.

Its consistency is really runny.

I haven't really tested it, but I'll let you know once I have. I got this for 300 something .

Local Make Up Brands

After almost emptying my pockets at Skinfood, we hit the local brands department. I was inspired by saytiocoatillero's post about local brand make up and it rekindled my love for it. So I got these:

On Sale: IN2IT Lash Xtra Mascara with their Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner

I've always kicked myself for not buying any mascara for 2 years. I mean, I always tell myself to buy one, and I always forget! Anywho, I've decided to buy myself one, and I really though of buying Fashion 21's Double Up mascara, but they weren't in stock! I decided then to buy FS lengthening one in blue. However, the SALE board caught my eye, and I ended up buying the Mascara/Liner item. Its worth it.!

My mascara and eyeliner

I also got the brow liner from IN2IT. I'm just annoyed that I didn't notice that it was black!!

IN2IT Eyebrow Liner

I didnt read the label, I got it in BLACK!!

I love IN2IT though, I think its a really great brand that keeps getting overlooked. Prices are really affordable and the item quality is amazing! Take for example my Waterproof Eyebrow Colour. It lasted me 2 years, and I just got my 2nd pan a week ago.

I also got new shoesies for myself. This is really cheap! For 180 PHP a pair, I should have gotten 2!

New dolly doll shoes from G

Eyelash curler. I need one badly. The one I have now is sooo broken. So, I took to FS to buy my new one and I am loving it! It even curls the shortest ones. Weee!

Fanny Serrano Eyelash Curler

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NICHIDO is one of my favorite local brands. They often have a lot of gems that you would miss if you don't look. I've been badly needing eye pencils for a while now and tried NICHIDO's since a lot of people have raved about the quality of their pencils. I currently have their eye pencil in Diamond. It really does a great job in making my eyes look wide open, plus, it doesn't tug!

NICHIDO Eye Pencil in Brown and Mineral Kohl Pencil in Onyx. Sigh. Love!

I got the Eye Pencil in Brown and the Mineral Kohl in Onyx. Their amazing! The color pay off is wonderful and they don't tug either! I got each for less than 150 PHP.

I also got their translucent finishing powder in So Natural. I really like this as it doesn't alter the color of my foundie and doesn't cake. This is my 2nd pot. Weee! This is for 150 PHP.

NICHIDO Final Powder in So Natural

Lastly, I got FS's Extra Length X Volume Mascara! I haven't tried it yet, but I am hoping it does what it promises! This one's kinda expensive. I don't remember exactly how much, but I think around 200 - 300 PHP.

Fanny Serrano Extra Length X Volume Mascara

And that is it! Till next time!

Ja ne!

Thursday, February 20, 2014

Review Post: Wonder Pore Whipping Foaming Cleanser

Review Disclaimer:

The reviews I post on my blog are from my personal, unbiased opinion; I use the products I review so I will be basing my review on the experience I had with the product. Again, the review will be based on my experience, which may differ from yours. I will, however, welcome any comments on my reviews. I was not paid by any entity or organization to make a review on any product. I purchased each of the products I review using my own money. If there are any inconsistencies on my review, please leave a comment below.

Etude House Wonder Pore Line

I never really took notice of my skin till recently. I never really knew the importance of keeping your skin healthy and clean till I noticed a few wrinkles under my eyes. Ewwwww. Aside from that, my skin is perennially oily, but I always cover it up with primers and powders. I didn’t really think of attacking the source, and it took me so long to really decide to do it, lol. Anyway, I was looking for products to reduce oily skin, and a lot of bloggers pointed to the very popular Etude House Wonder Pore line. Almost all the reviews I read raved about this line. I had to see it for myself before I believed it.

This will be a 4-part review. I will be starting with the Wonder Pore Whipping Foaming Cleanser.

Etude House Wonder Pore Whipping Foaming Cleanser & Brush

According to the manufacturer:

"I'm the wonder woman for your pores!"

It promises 7 benefits:

Deep clean pores
Oil Control
4.5 ph Care
Even Skin
Brightening Skin Color
Tightening Pores
Moisturizing skin

Packaging:

The product comes in a dominantly baby blue plastic box, with a clear window in which you can see the front of the product. The product itself comes in a tin can with a snap on cap. Since its in mousse form, it has a pressurized dispensing nozzle. Though I’m not too happy with the amount it dispenses (I think its too much), I have no complaint on the very cutesy packaging!

It has cutesy Korean instructions at the back.

The brush also comes in a blue plastic packaging. The brush also comes with its own container where you can keep the brush after using.

The container has 4 small holes that probably drains water from the container. My only problem here is that the brush doesn't snap back on to its lid. Hmpf!

It looks rough right? Its actually really, really soft!

Quantity:

It comes in a 200 ml. tin can. Since you need to use only a very small amount per wash, it may last you 1-2 months.

Quality:

The product doesn't look much when dispensed, it looks very light, but when you touch it, it does have a soapy feel to it.

I use it with the special brush that you can buy along with the rest of the line, designed especially for the product. I noticed though that even a small product lathers up very much! I can use one pump, and it lathers completely and thickly from my forehead to my neck!

It looks really thick, doesn't it?

It really does a great job in cleaning my face. You would think that since it contains alcohol, it would clean your face thoroughly and dry it, too. Surprisingly, it doesn't dry your face at all. I noticed after washing, my face felt really soft, with none of the oiliness. I also felt a bit minty on the face, but it goes away after a while. According to some people, there is a strong alcohol-like smell, which I really do not notice, so I can’t comment on that.

You can use the whipping foam as a face mask, too! Limit this to 1-2x a week.

Also, since I don’t use the product alone (I use it with the rest of the line), I don’t really know how effective it is when used alone. I’m currently on a strict regimen..^^

I find the brush really nice and soft. I'm not too sure if it does a really thorough job in cleaning the face though. But that's just me.

Price:

At 678 PHP for the Foam and 248 PHP for the brush, I think it maybe kinda steep, especially for its target buyers (teenagers). But I think its a worthwhile investment, especially if you’re an OILEEEE, like me. ^^

Pro’s:

- Really cleans my face

- My face feels less completely oil-less after washing

- Little comes a long way

- Doesn't dry you out like other cleansers

Con’s:

- Not budget-friendly towards its target market

Verdict:

I really think this product is worth purchasing and repurchasing. Since I’m Ms. Oily 2014, this product really does a thorough job in removing excess oil and dirt. It doesn't leave you feeling wrung dry after using though.

Worth it!

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After 3 days of strict use, I find that my face oils less than it used to. I need to touch up once or twice in an 8 hour period and I'm good. I haven't noticed my pores minimizing though. But one other thing I noticed was that my face has brightened (whitened?) a bit. Hmmm. Side effect?

Mini-Haul: Etude House Wonder Pore Line

Hi Pretty Ladies!

It's really been a while since I posted anything here!

I've been sooo busy, just got promoted, so I have less time to spend reviewing stuff.

What I have in store this year probably would be more reviews about hauls I have acquired so far.

I'll start with my Wonder Pore line from Etude House.

My husband just really splurged on me on this purchase! I think we spent a total of PHP 2,800 in one go!

Anyway, just check my upcoming posts for a review of each!

L-R: Wonder Pore Freshner (500 ml), WP Mist Bottle, WP Whipping Foaming, WP Pore Corrector and WP Brush

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Review Post: MILANI Single Shadows -- Java Bean, Antique Gold, Sun Goddess

Review Disclaimer:

MILANI Single Eyeshadows

I've always been a fan of eyeshadows. I'm willing to buy them in singles, or in palettes. I just love them! Recently, I've been reading a lot about how nice Milani shadows are for their price. It's totally amazing. I got some from a dealer from Ebay and so far, I'm satisfied with my purchases. Anyway, I decided to review them since I got them a while back and I really haven't reviewed them yet.

According to the Manufacturer:

Intensely pigmented eye shadows that leave an incredible deposit of color on lids. Glides on silky-smooth, blends effortlessly and resists fading and creasing.

Available in 12 high-impact shades.

Packaging:

It comes in a circular, flip-top container.

It's made mostly of plastic, but it seems sturdy enough to be handled frequently. The flip-top cover is in clear plastic so you can really see the contents.

The only thing bugging me about this though is that the flip-top is kinda hard to open. I've hurt my nail beds a number of times already just trying to open it. huhuhu.

Quantity:

0.058 OZ /1.65g -- Judging by eye, the content should be enough to cover you for a while.

Quality:

The shadows are just amazing! I can't tell you how pigmented these little guys are! It doesn't need too much work to blend these babies. They're kinda creamy, but then they're really solid. I dunno how to explain it. It's just that once its applied, it like, melts from the warmth of your skin and makes it easily spreadable. The ones I got were more on the shimmery side, but I heard they also carry satin and matte shades, for those who like those variants.

Sun Goddess -- I love, love, love this shade! It such a warm, golden, orangey color which goes perfectly with my skin tone.

Java Bean -- This color is a bit dark for me, more like Mauve, but still warm. I don't wear it too much, but I still love the color.

Antique Gold -- Now, this one got me fooled. I bought this color, thinking it would come off as a bit off a brownish, gold color, but nooooo. It's actually sort of a moss green color, with some golden sheen to it. I don't like it. It makes me look like a drag queen.

T-B: Java Bean, Antique Gold, Sun Goddess

Price:

I got it for, I think, 75 PHP a pop. Not too bad, considering the quality of the product.

Pro's:

- Cheap

- Highly Pigmented

- Easily blendable

- Comes in a myriad of colors

- Handy

- Packaging is good

Con's:

- Not easily available