Maybelline Hello Kitty Mascara Review

I am reviewing Maybelline Hyper Curl Volume Hello Kitty Mascara RM29.90, what attracted me to this product was the packing with Hello Kitty sooooooooo cute and the price is affordable. I can't read the Japanese description, but the picture says no curler needed, skip one step, isn't that convenient? :)

Verdict:

Pros:

• Beautiful dark black color
• Cute packing
• Affordable
• Curl your lashes - can skip curling your lashes
• Water proof

Cons:

• The brush size slightly too big for my liking,
• Hard to wash off - I hate it because it's so hard to waste off, especially when double coat
• The overall look for me is just so so

Overall, this product doesn't impress me, just another mascara, i would rate this product 2/5.

Ohindo Slimming Patch Review

Came across Slimming patch from online deal website and it's cheap and some what interesting, although I am skeptical of the effect - it doesn't sound logic to me but I was tempted to try this silly patch at least once in a life time since the price only a couple of bucks - I think was around RM20-RM30 for 2 packs - which contained 10 pieces perpack, can't remember the exact price, you can google and the title and might able to find links to those online deal website such as groupon etc. 

So I received the package and went on trying the patch for 5 days consecutively, the direction was one patch per day, patch it at night on your tummy on your belly button before sleep and remove in the morning. I patch it below my belly button instead as I don't want to cover my belly button with patch.  

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After 5 days I don't see any difference on my weight, but then to my horror I started to noticed the patch mark on my tummy, - the patch area of my skin was very dry and there was film residue on it which started to freak me out and I immediately stop using the patch. I try to wash it off with makeup remover oil, soap etc but to no avail. It was so bad :( I regretted my stupidity and curiosity. Whether this is the original product or not I am not sure, but I will never want to take the risk to leave scar / mark on my skin ever again.


This is my personal experience and hope this will helpful to you in your decision making if you are considering to purchase this product. Rating need not to say, this product is a big no no.

Hada Labo Review

Today I am going to review Hada Labo - whitening range and also hydrating range. I had done some research prior getting the product and noticed some good review from other bloggers and decided to try the sample pack. You can get it from Watson around RM26+- cannot remember exactly but I remembered there was a promotion recently. (click on the picture to enlarge)

Hydrating Range Review

 The sample pack came with cleanser (12g), toner (30ml) and lotion milk (30ml), packing is simple and cute.

Description behind the box, if you notice on the top right corner, its says - fragrance free, colorant free, mineral free and alcohol free. You can read the description of each item from the picture - basically this range is emphasizing on hydrating your skin and lock in the moisture in your skin. Notice on the directions that - you need not use a cotton pad - but you need to pour some of the toner/lotion on your palm and gently apply and pat onto your face until absorb. 

Verdict:

I love the cleanser, my face feels moist, clean, smooth and matte. The second step is to put on the toner, it absorb onto my skin after tapping few times and my skin feels hydrate - I love it. The third step is putting on the lotion, I don't really like the lotion as it leave a shiny finish on my skin, probably only good to use at night time for myself. When you purchase - please see carefully as the packing for the toner and moisturizing milk is quite similar.

Rating for Hada Labo Hydrating range
Cleanser: 5/5
Toner: 5/5
Moisturizing Milk: 2/5

Whitening Range Review

The sample pack came with cleanser (12g), toner (30ml) and lotion (30ml), packing is simple and cute. 

Description behind the box, ONE DROP LIGHTS UP YOUR SKIN. You can read the description of each item from the picture - basically this range is emphasizing on WHITENING your skin and lock in long lasting moisture in your skin. Notice on the directions that - you need not use a cotton pad - but you need to pour some of the toner/lotion on your palm and gently apply and pat onto your face until absorb. 

Verdict:

The cleanser is not as good as the hydrating range. The toner is easily absorb onto skin but the effect need to use long run to see the whitening effect and reduction of dark spot. The whitening milk is also giving my face a shiny finish which I don't like, but I think it's good to use at night time, as it's when our skin actively rejuvenating.

Rating for Hada Labo Whitening range

Cleanser: 3/5

Toner: ?/5 (not sure yet - need to use in long run to see result of reducing dark spot)

Moisturizing Milk: 2/5 (don't like shiny finish)

Have you use this product before? please share your thoughts. 

Himalaya AyurSlim Review: 1st Week

I just purchased AyurSlim about a week ago, (It's about RM60 plus at Watson for one month supply 2 boxes x 60 capsules) and will be continuing the review until I finish the the one month supply package. Before purchasing this I have been googling the review from others and some says it is effective and some not, but I am eager to give it a try anyway to see if it works on me.

Description on the box:

Limits Fat production and reduces cravings for sugar.

The Ayurslim regimen consists of 2 capsules to be taken twice a day, 15mins after breakfast and dinner. After achieving the desired weight loss, you may reduce capsule intake to a maintenance dosage of 1 capsule twice a day. 

Recommendation for best result:
Ayurslim should be taken along with a reduce calorie diet, complemented with 20mins of moderate physical activity 3-4 times a week.

• eat small frequent meal. Dinner should be the smallest meal.
• Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily
• Increase the amount of fresh fruit, vege and juices in your diet
• Cut down on sweets, colas, fried food, butter, potato chips, cheese and high fat food.
• Help Ayurslim to help you. While you should start seeing results after 4-6 weeks, allow at least three months for full benefits. 
• With Ayurslim, you will well on your way to getting slim the safe herbal way. 

Verdict:

I just wanted to say that I feel good taking this regimen so far. I will write an update review again in a few weeks time.

Update: 22 July 2012

After one month, my weight is still the same, I don't think this product is working if you don't compliment it with exercise and eating less and as the product claims sometimes takes 3 months to start seeing result. My personal opinion is if you are the lazy type and doesn't like to diet, don't waste your money to buy this product.

Update: 21 April 2013

If you follow my blog you will know that I recently purchased the Ayurslim plus SG, read here if you are interested to know the details. I initially thought that this product is with improved formula. It is the same except they have one extra bottle of capsule called SG which you need to compliment with Ayurslim capsule. SG stands for Shuddha Guggulu, if you google it you will find that this herb is well known for effective weight loss and fat burning agent, regulate metabolism and lowering cholesterol/ I tried it for one week and have to quit after that due to the side effect - the SG made my body heaty to the point like having a fever. 

Clinique BB Cream Review

I love BB cream because of the multi-benefits such as moisturize, SPF, anti aging and also able cover minor flaws on my face. Clinique is a well known brand world wide and since they have came out with BB cream as well, without doubt I purchased one and try it out to see if it is any better than other brand out there.

Description on the Clinique BB Cream tube - front:

• Age defense BB Cream
• SPF 30/PA+++
• Base protect/anti aging

Description on the back:

• Allergy tested
• 100% fragrance free
•  Dermatologist tested
• Formulated for Asian skins
• Perfecting cream conceals, hydrates, helps prevent premature signs of aging with UVA/UVB protection. Optics instantly help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. 
• Special ingredients help defend against environmental aggressors and soothe skin. Long wearing, oil control formula works beautifully under foundation, or alone. Skin feel soft and smooth. Looks brighter, perfected. Apply daily all over face.

Verdict: 

The texture of the cream is just nice, not too thick or watery. No fragrant and can be easily applied on skin. What I like about this BB Cream is that it can cover the minor discoloration on my skin and the SPF 30, so I don't need to wear another sun screen cream unless going outdoor for long hours. My skin feels smooth, hydrates and soft, it doesn't feel oily at all. Very nice and worth buying for the price as can use up to 3 months plus for me.  :)

Maybelline Pure Mineral BB Mousse Review

I am not a fan of Maybelline product but attracted to this product claim to result to pore less finish.

First of all, the description of the product below.

Description

Maybelline Pure Mineral SPF 26 PA +++ BB Base can help develop a healthy and natural looking. It helps to shape the most healthy and natural makeup. Unique uniform in-one color formula not only can save the process of color matching, so that any skin tone can create a perfect makeup. The new 8-in-1 PureMineral BB Base blended eight kinds of minerals such as copper, zinc, magnesium, sodium, titanium and three other kinds of natural mineral elements that can enhance skin condition, giving more all-rounded care than traditional BB base.

Its unique color gives better coverage on minor skin flaws, Such as redness or dullness of the skin, naturally covering the areas of concern and diminishes the appearance of pores, creating a natural beautiful skin. It is suitable for sensitive skin thanks to the fragrance-free and oil-free formula.

Using this base regularly for 8 weeks will improve the skin condition, giving you perfectly flawless natural looking finish.

How to use it

Use before makeup. Take appropriate amount and spread evenly across face.

Ingredients

Copper, zinc, magnesium, sodium, titanium

Suitable for

All skin type

Verdict:

The texture is light like foam and as you can see from one of the picture above it's watery and provide minimum coverage, unable to cover dark spot as mentioned in the above description on provide coverage for minor flaw on face. Pores are however still visible and the color is too tan and yellowish for me. Not suitable for me unfortunately due to the color, I didn't manage to test it before purchase due to no tester provided - wasted almost RM60.

Rate 1/5 I will not be repurchase for sure too bad :(..