SKII Facial Treatment Essence

WELL! I don't think I need much of an introduction to this product as MOST of you have already known the nickname given for this essence; "MIRACLE WATER".

Containing more than 90% Pitera®, this much loved miracle water is a must-have for healthy, radiant skin. It helps maintain the skin's natural renewal cycle to its optimum condition to allow skin nourishment. It also works to balance the skin's pH and sebum secretion, so oily and dry areas are properly moisturised.

WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT THE PITERA, YOU ASK?
Made by yeast, SK-II Pitera™ is rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, organic acids, and other natural ingredients beneficial to the skin. Containing components that are included in Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) produced by human skin, Pitera™ is a gift, given to us by nature itself.
Now, you can have the pleasure of enjoying crystal clear skin with SK-II products enriched with Pitera™.

SO HOW NOW? SHOULD I GO AND GET ONE ALREADY? YOU ASK AGAIN!
hehehehehe ... GOOD NEWS!
FOLLOW these few steps & OFF YOU GO to your nearest participating outlet to redeem a 30ML FACIAL TREATMENT ESSENCE FOR FREE!!!! YES!!! FOR FREE!!!

1. go to http://sk-ii.com.sg/en_MY/msc_questionnaire.php
2. answer a few simple questions
3. register as an user and fill up the necessary details
4. print out the voucher sent by SKII via email
5. redeem your product @ any participating outlet/counter and ENJOY a free consulation too

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR????????????????????

CLINIQUE Great Skin Solutions @ RM40

GO and GRAB them if you're an avid fan of CLINIQUE SKINCARE ..

SUPER CHEAP @ RM40 each ..

JULY 20 - 26 @ NORTH COURT MID VALLEY

REFER to the FLYER below for more info ....

KIEHL'S PARTY @ PAVILION

GOOD NEWS ~~!

My fellow blogger friend is going to pick 25 lucky winners to attend Kiehl's party

@ Pavilion on 08/08/09 (2 - 4 PM).

FREE consultation + FREE door gifts + FREE food & drinks + MEETING us the crazy BLOGGERS ! hehehehehe ... :)

All you have to do is be a follower of Von's BLOG & write a creative slogan there .. and VOILA you're all SET to be one of the lucky WINNER!

Don't miss it !! VISIT Von's BLOG for T&C

http://vonvonsinterests.blogspot.com/2009/07/kiehls-party-for-readers-of-vonvons.html

COLOR PIGMENTS

hey gals,
am doing this post for MIU, VON, and all the others who wanted to know what can you basically do with the pigments that you "sapu" from EL Warehouse hehehehehehe ..

THAT LITTLE BOTTLE/CONTAINER can last you like forever and it is so MULTI-PURPOSE.
OK !! Here you go ...

1. Nail Polish - apply your nail polish as usual, let it dry. apply "sticky coat" and dab the glitter pigments on to the sticky coat then apply your top coat ... VOILA! nice glittery nails :p ......... you can also mix with clear nail polish and just apply it directly and top with a top coat. As easy as that.

2. Eyeshadow - DRY, apply it like normal with a blending brush BUT pls be careful as the pigments are very lightweight and can get messy. WET, using a wet brush pick up some pigment and apply like you are applying liquid eyeshadow and it will gives you a very VIBRANT COLOR (called FOILING coz the texture looks like FOIL)

3. Eyeliner - same as FOILING, damp your angular brush, dip it into the pigment and line your eye as usual. (not really recommended for sensitive eyes)

4. Lipgloss - mix a little bit of your color pigment to clear gloss and apply it onto your lip with a brush. (you can also dab just a little onto the mid bottom of your lips after applying lipstick to have that nice pout) :-)

5. Blush/Bronzer - add some PINK/GLITTER/ORANGE/BROWN to your moisturiser and blend it well before applying it onto the apples of your cheek .. just like how you apply your cream blush. (you can also blend out the hard edges with a fluff brush)

6. Foundation - to have a luminous/dewier skin, add a little bit of vanilla pigment onto your liquid foundation and blend it on to your skin like usual.

7. Highlighter - apply glitter/vanilla pigment on the high bridge of your nose & cheekbone to bring out that area and also under the brow bone.

8. Body Lotion/ Spritz - EASY EASY, just add some to your body spritz/lotion and there you go ... SEXY GLOW! hehehehe ...

9. HAIR - if you decided to get a little funkier on a nite out you can mix your favourite color pigment onto your hair products like gel,wax, pomade etc and apply it directly onto the hair. (best thing is you can just shampoo off). For a normal glow instead, just add some glittery powder like transparent teal onto your hair spritz and spray on. VOILA healthy shiny hair.

10. Inner corner of the eye - just dab a little of vanilla,gold or any of your fave color onto the inner rim of the eye to make the eyes appear bigger .. you can also line about 1/4 of the inner bottom lid with the pigment (dry/wet)

ESTEE LAUDER STAFF SALE & MY CRAZY PURCHASES

CRAZY CRAZY MORNING .. but I had a blast ..
I realised I am quite a shopaholic .. OK!OK! "Quite" is an understatement I KNOW hahaha but I can't resist the temptations coz the stuffs are REALLY CHEAP ..
TRUST ME! I would've bought more if I've the money hehehehehe ..
Anyway, here are my purchases of the day ... and some are up for grab!
MSG ME IF YOU'RE INTERESTED.

ESTEE LAUDER - Discontinued products and SUPER CHEAP ~!

left to right : IDEALIST eye serum, Illuminator in color 03, LASH PRIMER, FACE GLOW PRIMER

M.A.C shadows and pigment

-open for bidding-

left to right : memorabilia, vellum, henna.

pigments : very pink, antique gold, transparent teal, copperbeam

M.A.C Special Edition

INTRIGUING SCARLET 6 WARM EYES
-open for bidding-

CLINIQUE

daily eye hydrator & pore minimiser (BOTH SOLD)

SET : super rescue anti-oxidant night moisturiser .. comes with cleanser and eye cream (SOLD)

EYE Shadow - BLACK (SOLD) CREAM SHADOW in TEAL

OTHERS

ESTEE LAUDER :

Deodorant, Nutritious Essence SET (SOLD), 4x EYE Makeup remover (SOLD), Lucidity Loose Powder (SOLD), Doublewear Light, Pressed Powder (SOLD), Illuminator, CHRISTMAS SET GOODIES (SOLD)

Coastal Scents 78 Piece Makeup Palette

Highly pigmented shades , all shadows can also be applied wet for a deeper longer lasting effect. The compact case makes it easy for storing and traveling. It comes with a black, matte surface finish.

Palette Ingredients Net Weight 69.6g/2.45oz

Ingredients:
Talc, Mica, Mineral Oil, Kaolin, Titanium Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, BHT. May contain: Mica and titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Chrome Oxide Greens, Chrome Hydroxide Green, FD&C Red No.40 AlLake, FD&C Yellow No.5 Al Lake, FD&C blue No.1 Al Lake.

The case measures 9" x 6.5" closed,

Contents:
60 Eye shadows - from NEUTRAL TO VIBRANT COLORS
12 highlighting and liner shades
6 blushers
Mirrored Inside with 2 foam tip applicators

Retail Value $40+

GOOD FOR THOSE WHO WANTED TO EXPERIMENT ON COLORS AND LOVE BARGAINS :)

RETAILING @ USD 18.95 (excl shipping & taxes)

As you all know, taxes & shipping can easily cost more than the product itself and in this case USD51 is chargeable per ORDER to Malaysia!

BUT if you gals/guys are interested I can get it only at a fraction of that charges (depending on number of orders)*

Drop me a line if you're interested.

*final price to be advised as discounts will be given on bulk orders.

MAC New Collection - Colour Craft

Every artist must be daring to hone her craft. Go ga-ga over this dizzying array of new hues. The self-made individuality of arts and craft finds its way in a soaring one-of-a-kind creation: you. Don't skimp on the materials. Get creative!

SOME OF THESE LOOKS ARE VERY WEARABLE !

LIMITED EDITION Collections :

Mineralize Blush - LIMITED
A Mineralize Blush specially created for the Colour Craft collection. Each shade features a rich, shimmering pearl veining in contrasting or complementary tone. Limited edition.
3.2 g





Mineralize Eye Shadow (Quad)- LIMITED
Mineralize Eye Shadow spun into a stylish pinwheel pattern of four shades to provide contrasting and complementary colours in a range of glitter, pearl or shimmering mineralized finishes. Limited edition.
2.2g
OMG - look at the intensity of the colour .. VERY NICE! I'm gonna get this no matter how pricey its gonna be hehehehe





Marbleized Lipglass - LIMITED
A marbleized melange of three summer-light and get-ready-for-fall tones swirled into one high-shine Lipglass formula. Limited edition.
5ml






Mineralize Skinfinish (TRIO) - LIMITED
A Mineralize Skinfinish featuring three complementary shades in a striped pattern. On application provides an overall sheer and radiant effect. Limited edition.
9g
GO Get this ASAP .. skinfinish & DUO are the best sellers and I believe this will be too .. LOOK AT THE COLOUR ! WOW !!

REVIEW - Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15

1.Skin Foundation SPF 15 offers invisible, weightless coverage that looks like skin, not makeup. (+)
2.This long-wearing formula evens tone, minimizes the appearance of pores, conceals imperfections, and offers broad spectrum UV protection. (+)
3. Its hydrating technology leaves skin feeling cushioned, comfortable, and clean. (+)

Bobbi Tip: Want more coverage? Simply follow with a repeat application. The coverage is buildable. (+)
(+) means I agree with what is being written on Bobbi Brown's website ... Seriously, there is nothing BAD about this product that I can write ... !! VERY GOOD !

Well probably the only (-) point is the PRICE but again will you complain if the product is really THAT FANTASTIC!? I will not for sure ..

Personal opinion :
Texture is very watery and application is a breeze .. foolproof. The product is so smooth and light. Good coverage and if you REALLY need additional coverage, just build another layer and you're good to go .. a bit of concealer to perfect the makeup perhaps. Dust it with a bit of powder and it stays on for 8 hours.


WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? hehehe make a beeline to BB @ Pavilion and look for Sapphira.
Retailing @ RM160 (30ml)

REVIEW - Skin Food Aloe Sun BB Cream SPF 20

I think by now everyone should have already known what is BB Cream ... but in a nutshell, an all in one moisturiser-foundation-concealer-corrector-sunscreen (got the idea?)

Skin Food is one of the best selling consumer skincare/cosmetics line in Korea and the crowds at the stores are normally CRAZY!... try visiting Seoul, walk down the Myeongdong Street and you will know what I mean.

Anyway, this BB cream is slightly heavier in texture and coverage, compared to Faceshop Q&C, so it is recommended for those who prefers higher coverage.

As the texture is a tad bit heavier, you need more time to blend the product in. LESS IS MORE!
Comes in 2 shades ONLY so good luck guys/gals. My color is more of SHADE 1 .. but again I am not a fan of BB cream although it claims that it will adhere to your skin after a while and matches your skintone BUT it never works on me .. I dont know about others though. Foundation is still my utmost preference.

That aside, I think this product is worth buying simply because :
1. I think Faceshop products are getting more and more expensive
2. This BB Cream works almost similar with Faceshop Q&C, BUT it is only selling @ RM54.90 for 50g & YES sunscreen is included. (Double ++)
3. Heavier in coverage so you tend to use less hence save $$ hehehe
4. ALOE VERA being added is good to soothe the skin especially those with sensitive skin.

Oh yeah, SKIN FOOD ALOE SUN BB CREAM kinda surprised me too .. coz it doesnt look as flat as Faceshop Q&C when applied. Finishing is kinda dewy and it gives some luminousity to the skin which is good .. coz your skin is not that MATTE naturally so a bit of that dewy effect wont kill ya.

All-in-all, a good product if you are patient enough to apply & wait till it matches your skintone before you step out of the house. (for me sorry la .. I need instant correction hahaha)

Oh yea, if you can't really find your shade but still LOVE BB Cream no matter what, try applying BRONZER as an additional step.
IT will corrects the tone .. tested and it worked.

I always tell my friends this : CONCEALER & BRONZER are men's best friend hahaha .. seriously .. you wont look overly done and yet look FRESH :)

SKINFOOD ALOE SUN BB CREAM SPF 20 is retailing @ RM 54.90 (50g) .. you can visit Liza @ Pavilion Counter.