Haul: Kamiseta, Aldo, B&BW and More

Mind you, I am a busy bee as ever! I am longing for some "me-time" for a while now. I guess it's also the right time to visit a mall since year-end inventory sales are going on. Pretty good finds are still there among the piles of clothes scattered all over. So last weekend, I pushed my tired soul to the mall and cheered myself up a bit. And that means... retail therapy!

First stop, Kamiseta! I know they are having this crazy sale but I had to warn myself not to be over-excited. Sales could mean not all sizes are available. Though lucky me, I chanced upon 8 tops to boot. If only my wallet would permit, I'll definitely bagged them all. :) But, oh well, I had to choose my top three.

Aren't they lovely? I'm actually spying both whites when they were still on regular price. And now, they are slashed to half the price. I saved up to PhP 1650. Who's to complain? Haha. The buttoned white blouse can be played to a more serious look while the brown stripes and strappy top are best for laid-back moments.

I'm also looking for another white flats so next stop Aldo! This caught my eye instantly.

I already used it once and it didn't leave my feet feeling sore. A little bit pricey but I'm sure it's the kind that will last!

And of course, never go home without any beauty supply!

Been lemming for Garnier Brightening Eye Roll-On (PhP 199) and finally decided to get one. I'll try it for my horridous eyebags for a month and let you know my take on it.

I'm disappointed with my TFS nail polish, RD301, because it is a little pinkish more like a red fuchsia. So I bought another red. A local nail polish, Bobbie in Exactly Red (PhP 27.75), which is my first nail color from them. Probably painting my nails with it today.

And lastly, I gave in to B&BW PocketBacs I mentioned here. It's Lemon Glaze (PhP 99.75), part of Cupcake Collection, and has glitters on it. Scent is a mix of lemon and strong vanilla.

That's it! I might be a little broke but I'm now recharged (err, excuses☺). How about you, what are your recent purchases? I love spending time at a mall especially when it's bargain time. But don't take me as a mallrat okay!

'Til then,

PS. Please help me pray for my lola for her fast recovery. That would mean a lot to me. Thanks!

BEAUTY: Garnier Light Clarifying Foam Review

Hello everyone! I've left my blog for a while now, lot of surprises and events happening for the past days and I can't get to write anything. I miss my bloggie friends. :) Hope you missed me too.

Anyway, I'll be reviewing a beauty product today and one of the most-used in my stash. Must-say a favorite one. I am Garnier user for the longest time. If I can remember it right, Hubby bought my first Garnier product here in Manila because it wasn't popular in my place back then. It is always unavailable to most supermarket.

My love for it started in December 2008 and since then I'm very loyal. If you'll notice I'm more focus into whitening my skin. I prefer choosing products that can whiten it over moisturizing it. I know it isn't a good idea right? :) But you can't blame me, I'm an Asian and we want to be light. Well, I'm still part of those ladies who believes that the lighter the skin the better. And I'm telling you, I ain't good when my skin's dark. Eeeek!

Garnier Light Clarifying Foam

Description

• With pure lemon essence and herbal extract
• Clears impurities and make-up
• Clarifies the skin day after day

Garnier Skin Naturals Commitments

• Natural active ingredients present in their purest form
• Dermatologist tested for safety

My take on it

PROS

• Really whitens your face but don't expect to have the Snow White kind of white
• Never had a breakout because of it, ever
• Claims to have pure natural ingredients
• Finds the lemony scent not too overpowering -- because whenever I get to use a product with that scent all I can remember is the product we use to wash our plates haha :)
• True to what it says, it clarifies the skin day after day
• Face smells clean after using it
• Very affordable

CONS

• Leaves my skin tight and flaky on first use

VERDICT

As you can see, I have more good notes here rather than the bad ones. Let's just say that's how much I love the product. Though I have a Normal to Dry skin type, I just help my skin by moisturizing it well. Never really had a breakout with it but I still have the occasional zits due to our red visits. This is one product I truly swear!

Tips

• Always use moisturizer and sunblock. This is very important because you need extra effort in protecting your skin when using whitening products.
• Rest your skin for a while after few months of using it. I don't know if it's just me but my skin feels tired whenever I use a product for a long time. I go for Clinique as an exchange.

Will I buy this again?
Of course!

Where and How much?
This product can be found on all leading department stores and supermarkets. I bought mine at Watsons for PhP 79 in 50 mL tube.

How about you? Do you also like to whiten your skin or moisturizing it is your top priority? Well, for me I have to say both. Have a safe and happy long weekend. :)

Weekend Loot - 03.27.10

Showing hauls for some is thought of as bragging but hey, I love these kind of posts. It's a bit therapeutic and inspiring to see where your hard-earned money was spent..err on beauty stuff :). That's why I also love seeing your stuff. Here's mine this week:

Paper bag is from Jellybean, Watsons stuff, Hello Kitty watch for my sis, Hardware Mag (HWM) for Hubby and a book for me.

A trip to the mall won't be complete without buying some stuff in wherelse? Watsons :) (Our boys don't really get it, ayt?)

My visit wasn't really intended to buy my monthly stock of beauty stuff but I am going to an event this coming week so I need to prep my skin.

~ Garnier Light Perfect Fit & Relax Whitening Mask PhP 89

The whitening mask claims to make you look like you've used their whitening care for 14 days in just 10 minutes of wrapping. Let's test that.

~ Garnier Light Face Powder in Ivory PhP 199

This is their lightest shade and I find this product effective to me. Well, I'm a long-time Garnier user and I swear by them..no breakouts.  Other shades available. Neutral and Beige.

~ Nichido Powder Blush in Sunkissed PhP 88

My first time to buy a Nichido blush. I'm actually eyeing for their South Beach blush.

I adore Sophie Kinsella. I have the complete set of her Shopaholic series. This is her latest, Twenties Girl Php 275, about a working girl named Lara who was mysteriously visited by her great-aunt Sadie's spirit and asked her for one request -- She must find Sadie's missing necklace because she cannot rest without it. Her mission together with her aunt make a hilarious sparring duo. :)

I started reading the book and as usual, Kinsella's wit is still there. It will make you laugh and laugh. Btw, I love getting our books and mags at Bestsellers. It's actually NBS but with an upgrade-style.

Lastly, this is what's inside of the Jellybean paperbag...

An aquamarine dress that I'll use for a special event this Monday. I kinda looked like Alice in this. :) Won't be able to tell you the event yet but I'm sure you'll be surprised. Tihee I'm excited!

Wish me luck for the event. Have a great weekend!

My Everyday Beauty Routine - 02.15.10

I started blogging not because of the hype but of the appreciation of what beauty and life is. There are number of beauty blogs I look up to. Knowing their daily beauty routines feels like I'm part of their life too. So it's time I also share mine.

Morning

1. My face paraphernalia :)

• Cleanser - Garnier Light Clarifying Foam
  
• Toner - Clinique Clarifying Lotion for Dry, Combination skin
• Moisturizer - Clinique DDML for Dry, Combination skin and Garnier Light Moisturizer with spf15 (This acts as my moisturizer and sunblock during those "lazy-me" days) :)

    For my body:

• Soap - Kojie San Whitening Lotion, Caress Body Wash, and sometimes the good 'ol Safeguard
• Lotion - Nivea Extra Whitening Lotion, J&J Milk Lotion, TBS Body Butter
  

2. Wait for 10 minutes before I apply makeup. This is a very important step. If I skip this part, my face would be itchy by mid-day...that's for sure!

3. My daily makeup just comprises of:

• Concealer - MUFE 5-cream pallete concealer
• Blush on - PF shimmer strips Custom blush & highlighter in Natural Glow
  
• Powder - J&J (yes, I just use baby powder haha)
• Lip tint - Blistex lip tint or any pink/coral shade my hand will land first
  
• Mascara - Maybelline Volum' Express Cat Eyes Mascara

Just the basic set.

4. My hair is rebonded so I just leave it as it is. Then I'm good to go.

  

Night

1. Same with my morning face paraphernalia...sans the sunblock.

 

You'll notice I am using a lot of whitening products..I'm Asian right? :) Asians are obsessed in whitening their skin. I am fair-skinned but I still want to improve how it looks. The BF wants it too.. :)

Of course this routine will change, thus entitled with a date. So I promise to keep you updated. What about you? I am interested to know your beauty routine too. 'Til next time ladies! :)