June 12, 2015

Introduction To AC Korean Skin Care Products For Troubled Acne Prone Skin #2

It's been over a year since I the wrote the first introduction to Korean skin products for acne prone skin post. You can click here to check out the first post~ If you have no idea what this post is about - it's basically a collection of Korean skin care products, product lines and its pricing I've found to help people with acne prone skin. Wether they are new to Korean skin care or looking to try out something new. ^^

1) THE FACE SHOP - Clean Face Blemish ZERO Line

1: Clean Face Blemish ZERO Bubble Foam Cleanser 150ml ( USD$13.09 / £8.44 )

2: The Face Shop Clean Face Blemish Zero Clarifying Toner 200ml ( $14.57 / £9.39 )

3: Clean Face Blemish Zero Clinic Solution 150ml ( $19.55 / £12.60 )

2) It's Skin - Clincial Solution AC Line

1: Clinical Solution AC Cleansing Foam 150ml ( $22.90 / £14.75 )

2: Clinical Solution AC Toner 150ml ( $28.90 / £18.62 )

3: Clinical Solution AC Emulsion 150ml ( $28.90 / £18.62 )

4: Clinical Solution AC Serum 40ml ( $22.90 / £14.75 )

5: Clinical Solution AC Spot Essence 15ml ( $16.90 / £10.88)

6: Clinical Solution AC Spot Control 20ml ( $19.90 / £12.82 )

7: Clinical Solution AC Spot Balm 20ml ( $19.90 / £12.82 )

8: Clinical Solution AC Blemish Balm SPF38 PA++ 50ml ( $22.90 / £14.75 )

3) BEYOND - Ever Star AC Line

From left to right

1: Ever Star AC Foam Cleanser 150ml ( $20.90 / £13.46 )
2: Ever Star AC Toner 160ml ( $22.90 / £14.75 )
3: Ever Star AC Spot Gel 20ml ( $17.90 / £11.53 )
4: Ever Star Smoothing AC Spot Gel 20ml ( $21.90 / £14.11 )

4) HOLIKA HOLIKA - Skin & AC Mild Line

From left to right

1: Skin & AC Mild Clear Cleansing Foam 150ml ( $14.99 / £9.65 )
2: Skin & AC Mild Clear Toner 245ml ( $19.99 / £12.88 )
3: Skin & AC Mild Soothing Emulsion 130ml ( $18.99 / £12.23 )
4: Skin & AC Mild Sebum-X Mirror Cream 60ml ( $19.99 / £12.88 )
5: Skin & AC Clear Spot Patch 1pcs ( $3.99 / £2.57 )
6: Skin & AC Mild Magic Pink Spot 2g ( $12.99 / £8.36 )
7: Skin & AC Mild Concealer Coat 2g ( $10.99 / £6.88 )

5) SKIN WATCHERS - AC Clearing Line

1: AC Clearing Foam Cleansing 100ml ( $17.95 / £11.57 )
2: AC Clearing Toner 125ml ( $22.98 / £14.80 )
3: AC Clearing Essence 30ml ( $28.98 / £18.67 )
4: AC Clearing Emulsion 125ml ( $22.98 / £14.80 )
5: AC Buster Magic Powder 30ml ( $19.95 / £12.86 )

Hope you guys found this useful! ^__^
Until next time, take care~

June 09, 2015

00 F*CKS GIVEN | FIVEPOUNDTEE GRAPHIC T SHIRT

Slogan tees, bargains and expression? Yes please!

I was contacted by Five Pound Tee for a Lookbook collaboration (another outfit on the way~ ^.<). Five Pound Tee is a e-tailer based in London, UK. The tees are exactly what the brand states; t-shirts for £5, such a killer! The quality of the shirts are pretty good for the price, I personally think it's just as good as some of my pricey ones. I adore their motto "Live to express, not to impress" as I believe that is what style is about, a form of expression.

The shirt I picked out 00 F*CKS GIVEN does that really well, a simple design yet conveys the message well. I threw on a khaki green army coat to add some colour to the overall outfit and to keep warm from the chills~ When there is more warmth, this shirt would look awesome paired with a houndstooth A line skirt.

andddd if you haven't noticed or don't follow me on Instagram, I now have lilac pink ombre hair~ ^^ The lilac has faded quite a bit, down side of pastels colours! >.<

How would you rock a slogan tee? Tell me in the comments below~ ^__^

Have a good day. <3

*This post is sponsored by: Five Pound Tee

June 03, 2015

NEW Urban Decay Palette! Naked Smoky

OMG OMG OMG - new Naked Palette for summer 2015. The palette is absolutely perfect! It will be available on Urban Decay's website July 8th. The price has not been stated, but it's probably the same as the other Naked Palettes.

The smoky effect packaging is so lush and sleek! Full case sized mirror, magnetic closer, smooth surface - definitely my favourite and is best packaging out of all the Naked Palettes. I did not jump on the train with the previous palettes due to me being picky. I liked the colours of Naked 1, but the cardboard packaging was off putting. Naked 2 and 3 - wasn't digging the colour selection. Naked Smoky however is perfect!

A wonderful mixture of tones. The shades are stunning; the greys, plum and warm chocolate brown is alluring me. The shadows have a great range of textures - shimmer, satin and mattes. I like how Urban Decade organised the shadows by the texture. I will be purchasing this palette once it releases. ^.^

What do you think of the Naked Smoky? Tell me in the comments below~

Have a good day~ ^_^

May 29, 2015

LEADERS INSOLUTION Mela-Tox Skin Clinic Mask Review

Omg I wrote this review 3 times and blogger didn't save it! *cries* I've been off the beauty grind for the past month - need to get my review game back on! I purchased some Leaders Insolution masks when I was in Hong Kong as I remember reading Xiaxue's post on it and they seemed really good! Cannot wait to go back in a few weeks! ^.^

Leaders Insolution is a Korean brand created and tested by a group of dermatologists. There are 17 variations in the range. Mela-Tox is their top seller - it's main function is whitening. Description "helps you get back that radiant, youthful glow. It brightens dull complexions by suppressing melanin production which causes pigmentation problems. The mask also moisturises and diminishes blemishes."

How to use:

Apply the mask after cleansing and toning your face
Leave it on for 15 - 20 minutes
Massage or dab the remaining essence for your skin to adsorb it

I like that the packaging clearly states the function/effect of the mask, what corners it helps with and the skin type it is suited for - makes it easy for user to identify which mask would benefit their skin the most. The pill detailing is cute too.

The mask was not lined with plastic - I'm starting to notice a lot of Korean sheet masks don't. The sheet is made from silk cellulose and the size of the mask was perfect for my face - fitted very well and did not slide. This is key factor as it enables maximum absorption without essence dripping. The scent of the mask was very subtle and does not linger. The essence was thicker than regular mask - which hydrated and plumped my skin very well. When you take off the mask it leaves a gel film behind, I'm not sure if it supposed to be an protective barrier? It's quite sticky and takes a few minutes to dry and absorb in.

After 20 minutes - my skin was significantly brightened, it looked clear and radiant like kpop celebrities waaa~ *^* Temporally rid my blemishes too, need to constantly use it every week to maintain the results and "suppress melanin production". The results were very impressive! I recommend this for people with dry or normal skin more. I have oily skin and I think the essence may a bit a little too rich for me, since I had a few little pimples the following days after.

Rating: 7/10

Pros:

Does not contain mineral oil, silicon, artificial pigment or paraben (preservative)
Brightened and cleared my skin tone
Mask is perfect size, fits very well to your face
Rich essence that hydrates well
Reduced blemishes

Cons:

Has a sticky finish
Essence may be too rich for people with oily skin
Only available in Asia (I think) and online

Have you tried any Leader Insolution products? ^.^

May 26, 2015

XIV.IV.MMXV / Sweater Weather Outfit & Cindy Visiting London

Throwback post~ 14.04.15

My friend Cindy came over to the UK~ (she's from the Netherlands and has the cutest accent ever!) So I took a spontaneous trip London to visit her. Met up with her and another friend at Shakespeare's Globe (London Bridge), which I had not been to before. It was utterly beautiful! I really should check out more London's tourist spots/sights instead of shopping all the time. A heat wave struck and my god, I was boiling in my sweater, but thankfully it covered and protected me from the strong sun rays. We then headed to Chinatown for food (typical chinky) and off to Greenwich. Completely stunned by the beauty of the modern architecture and refreshing greenery there. Finished the day off with some Oxford Street shopping because welllll you have to! Such a fun day, I want to relive it again!

Outfit Details

Sweater: Uneek

Blouse: New Look

Leggings: Miss Guided

Shoes: Gabor

Bag: Vans Off The Wall

As for my outfit; super casual - the red vibes were calling me! When does it not? xDD So I reached out for my oversized burgundy sweater, it always complements my hair colour(s) really well~ Paired it with wet look leggings, 100% recommend if you want your legs to look more toned and elongated haha. Topped it off with a gold peter pan necklace to add a little detail to this simple look. ^^ This outfit reminds me of primary school days~ My co-worker thought I wore school uniform to work once. xD

Have you travel anywhere recently? :')

Have a good day~ ^__^