browblems

Helloooooo everybirdie!

I'm going to blog about eyebrows today. A lot of people don't care about their eyebrows. Especially guys. It is SUPER IMPORTANT! It's dated WAYYYYY BACK! you know those cheesy gu tai (Dynasty?) shows? the husband would help their wives to draw eye brows as a symbol of affection and love. A bit off topic. TEEHEE! Another example, there's a saying that goes, "Eyes are the windows to our soul" (or something like that?) Eyebrows are like the roof for that window! It will affect the shape of our faces. I'M SERIOUS! LAI I SHOW U!

 

This is a photo of my cousin. HAHA! I chose him as I find that it has the most impact. His eyebrow ah FAINT... like caterpillar brows! AIYO! Do you see the difference between the left and right? (Like a obvious) I believe my point has been made. Guys, priest ah! Maintain hor! And girls, do maintain them as well!!!!!! It cost like 5 bucks to trim it? If you are brave you can go buy tweezer and trim it yourself. DIY YOOOOO~

XOXO,
Cynthia

I WANT PERFECT SKIN!

HEYYYYYYY! Happy new year dear girls! erm and boys? haha! Don't know if any boys read this blog. Since this is a super girly blog I suppose... Not? HAHA! Sorry, don't be offended ok! you guys can leave a comment and correct me. I stand corrected. hehe

(sorry with the poor quality of the picture took it with my webcam haha. It's like 1am over here. I couldn't sleep so I thought I should blog HAHA! I promise I will use my ACTUAL camera camera... next time! TEEHEE!  It's me trying to look stress haha~)

SOOOOOOOO! perfect skin!!!! Thats like a dream.... AHHHHHH! Imagine life without going with makeup? ok I'm exaggerating. Minimal makeup maybe. haha!

I want perfect skin because:
1. I'm too lazy to put on makeup everyday.
2. I want people to recognise me without makeup.
3. I want to look pretty everyday!!!!

Everything damage our skin. The sun, polluted air, air-con, weather, fried food... I can go on and on about this but I think you all get my point. Many think that we can fake a perfect skin with makeup. Yes, you are right! Provided that you are a skillfully trained makeup artist with all the equipments like air bush foundation and stuff. Anyway, you need to have good skin for easier application of makeup. It's like why painters paint on white canvas.

(I'm being super brave ok! This is a picture of me without makeup!)

After understanding the importance, let's get down to work!

Step 1: GOOD FACIAL WASH AND FACIAL SCRUB!
Facial wash that I'm using: White powder wash by kose
Facial Brush: Olay professional pro x
Facial Scrub: Natio Gentle Facial Scrub
Gosh I can't stress how important cleaning your face is. Should you not clean your face properly, dirt and oil is gonna pile up on your face and clog up all the pores causing you alllllllll sorts of problems. Anyway! There are plenty of facial wash in the market with different purpose! I like whitening facial wash as the sun in Singapore is CRAZY! I love Korean and Japanese facial wash products as I find them the most effective. The problem is WHEN do you wash your face with facial wash? DEFINITELY wash before your daily skincare routine at night! Should your face be normal/dry skin type, you can wash with plain water in the morning. If it's oily, go ahead and use the facial wash.

This is the one that I'm using. It's super cool! IT'S IN THE FORM OF POWDER!!!! HOW DO THEY EVEN? OH GOSH THOSE JAPANESE ARE GOOD! All you do is wet your hand, pour out a little and clean!

IT'S REALLY POWDERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR! OMGAWD

For me, I used to wash my face with my hands until they started producing facial brushes. Neutrogena wave brush was like a joke to me. Felt like it wasn't clean at all mannnnnn! Than Olay to the rescue! The brush tips are so darn fine and it really improved my skin alot! My nose used to have little blackheads but the condition improved so much after one month of consistent usage. 

Anyway! it's totally waterproof and has two different speed with a replaceable brush head. I was quite skeptical but I just bought it anyway... This is awesome. ZERO regrets.

And it's super important to scrub away/exfoliate those dead skin cells off your face once a week!

I bought this my last haul! hehe... I find that it's not as rough as the other scrubs that I have tried. Feels clean and gentle on skin!

Ok step 2: Tone and moisturize!

Toner and moisturizer works hand in hand. Toner cleans the very last bit of dirt on your face, however can dry up your face so apply moisturizer after! HYDRATE AND HYDRATE! 

I'm currently using this Korean brand of toner and moisturizer called Dr. G! I find the products are easily absorbed and it's really good! The moisturizer came with a scoop omg! I LOVE IT! (I find it disgusting to scoop directly from the jar with my fingers...) 

That's about it! The BASICS!!!!!! 

Now... for the advanced! 

MY MORNING ROUTINE!

I would wash my face with water followed by some toner. After that, I would use this day cream- Natio renew radiance day cream. It feels oily at first, but after it will not be after it's absorbed into your skin. I would also use facial sunblock before I leave my house as the UV rays will cause us to age prematurely and damage our skin. 

My makeup remover

Do you know that you have to use makeup remover to remove sunblock on your face if not your face will age 5 times faster???? OMGAWD! I'm currently using Chanel makeup remover. I feel that it does clean pretty well but its super oily :( The good thing is this is a all in one cleanser! It's a face+ eyes + lips makeup remover! BRILLIANT! 

My Facial Mist!

For people who spend a considerable amount of time in air-conditioned rooms, it reallllyyyyyy dries up your skin. It's really important to keep it hydrated! I use this Natio refreshing facial mist. I used the face shop facial mist previously but the fruity smell was too strong for my liking. This Natio facial mist doesn't really have a smell and it can be absorbed into your skin in less than 5 seconds. The good thing that it doesn't only refreshes your skin, it FRESHENS your makeup! HOW COOL IS THAT!

Lastly, wanting to get a perk me up? Need to go on a date tomorrow? Or a job interview? TA-DA I introduce you my favorite part of my skin care regime. FACIAL MASKS!!!!! I use this thing called ampoule first follow by my masks as I find that my skin becomes really nice after that! It's supple and really hydrated. Helps prevents oily skin and wrinkles haha! ready to see my collection???

I keep all of my skin care in my mini fridge as I find that it closes my pores... 

Anyway, I use this brand of ampoules- ceutical! I love this so much that I bought ALOT of them. It's quite cheap! you can find them on Gmarket hehe! I have collagen (prevention is better than cure) and hydrating and whitening... Idk what I just bought alot! see the white boxes on the first shelf? yeah those are my ampules haha! I find that it's cheap and effective...

Ok NEXT! my facial masks! It extends all the way below the chin and you hook it onto your ears! Tightening effects! NO NO NO DOUBLE CHIN! too lazy to take a photo so I just grabbed it from sasa's webbie hehe!

How do we go about with this pampering treat?
Wash- tone- ampoule- mask (massage the remaining essence into your face after)-tone (to remove the remaining essence that can't be absorbed into your face) and lastly moisturize 

Oh Oh! Never forget the eyes as they are windows to our souls :) I LOVE BEAUTIFUL EYES! I use eye cream and eye mask!! In case you are wondering, yes, I have foot masks too. haha! My feet needs pampering after the torture! It's actually more about preventing cracked heels as I find that SO NOT SEXY. Here's a picture of my foot masks because I feel like it! HEHE! WARNING: MAY CAUSE DISCOMFORT! hahaha! SEE YOU NEXT POST! 

XOXO,

Cynthia

Review: Biore cleansing oil-in-cotton

Hello all!!!! did u guys had an awesome christmas???? I did despite being super sick hehe! It's the flu season here in Singapore so I caught some serious flu virus... was down the whole week before xmas week. I quarantined myself at home for the whole week as I was too uncomfortable to go out and I didnt wanna spread it to others. (SO CONSIDERATE RIGHT! haha)

Anyway, I was feeling better so I decided to meet my friends hehe! But I look damn sick and pale. :( Instant remedy: MAKEUP! HAHA 

I was going for the natural look. hehe! so I had bb cream, concealer, foundation, blusher, pressed powder and blot powder on. My eyebrows look damn nice right!!!! I went for eye brow embroidery the day before. I shall blog abt it when the eye brow project is done ^.^

Ok...Back to the intent of this post. Review of this super convenient makeup remover: Biore cleansing oil-in-cotton. I dont like anything with oil as I find that it's super easy to form milia seeds (a.k.a oil seeds) Since this is like SUPER convenient I did the rash thing (which I always do) I bought it. 

I actually bought it when I was shopping for stuff that I need to bring for my holiday trip: China (I NEVER thought I would say this but China is fantastic). I didn't want to carry my makeup remover there as I felt that it takes up alot of space (lame excuse). haha! so YAY! I had a reason to buy and try this product.

(A photo of my literally trying hahahahaha)

After the first wipe~ REALLY NOT BAD!

So here's a photo of my half cleansed face. To let you guys see how CLEAN this product can get your face to be. 

This photo is w/out flash. (Inserts 9gag idk what im doing dog... haha! just inserted this for fun! In case u guys can't see the difference from the previous photo) 

So I used like 5 pieces to ensure that my face is TOTALLY clean. If you guys are wondering why not stop at the 3rd since the 3rd is barely used. I'm sure if you clean harder it will clean everything. WRONGGGGGGGG! having good skin is the most important thing of all. If you sleep with makeup on or didnt clean it enough, your face will age MUCH faster. like 5-10 years faster! SOOOO HORRIBLE! (my aim is to age beautifully haha) In the end I cleaned and cleaned until I can see nothing on the tissue. Call me kiasu. 

Anyway! I rate this product a MUST HAVE for TRAVELING! coz it's really too convenient! Also, you can use it for your eye makeup all. It can really clean and doesnt have that oily feel after usage. I rate it a 8/10 coz it's really value for money as well! Wallet friendly and good. It's a steal! hehe! 

XOXO

Cynthia

Review: Maybelline Clear Smooth Shine Free Face Powder SPF 18

Hello my friend, we meet again. It's been awhile, I mean, I missed Christmas and the New Year. It's already 2012!? I've been too stucked in my own bubble all these while and to be honest, I was quite enjoying it - without the interference of technology. But now that school has started, which means that it's impossible for me to stay away from technology, hence here am I with another product review.

credits: MUA

I had this since last year, and it's my first ever face powder from Maybelline. Initially, I found this product to be mediocre, and with the given sponge pad, application was highly irritating - resulting in the neglect of this gem. However, one of my undisclosed resolution this year, is to use up things that I currently own, before buying more products of the same purpose. (ie, owning Revlon Colorstay Foundation and still buying another Maybelline foundation)

I was packing my stuff for a mini getaway during the long weekend and I found the mint compact powder, packed in one of my makeup pouches that I bring everywhere, but never really gotten down to using it. So I gave it a chance (3 day long test!) and wore it out to school to brace the insane weather.

Verdict?

LOVE IT.

I'm so ashamed of discarding this aside, but at the current moment, I'm proud to say that this is the first item that I have hit-pan in the longest time.

Unlike some face powder that mattifys your face to a complete smooth wax figure that often results in my skin flaking because it's too drying, this actually allows your skin to breathe. At the end of a 14 hour day, my skin looks fresh, alive and dewy, as compared to my usual loose face powder that causes flaking and patches cos it's simply too drying. Also, it has a sheer coverage that allows layering of the product and at the same time, not make you look like a walking piece of photoshop disaster.

There is a slight scent to it, however, nothing too OTP and it doesn't really bother me after the application.  I applied mine with a kabuki brush and there were no streaks or patches even after prolong wearing.

In a nutshell: I really love this alot, and if the stores still carry this, I'll purchase its refill. The packaging looks cheap, but hey, don't judge a book by its cover! The product within it is amazing.

OOTD

Today is KTV DAY!!! :) with my fellow student councilors... they are so happening right ^.^

Top: forever 21

bottom: jeans from somewhere????

my friend said I look like some rocker chic with my blonde hair and dressing... make me happy only :p

SOOOO... this is my FOTD

It was just simple eyeliner and mascara + cheek and lips tint... Because I'm super lazy to touch up on my makeup when I'm outside, so I don't wear much makeup... (does that makes sense?) but I love to buy makeup hahaha! Many don't realize, when you apply eyeliner at the lower eyelid, your eyes will look SO MUCH BIGGER omg... the key is to not overdo it...

If not you will look like this...

So girls! go soft on your makeup!

XOXO
Cynthia

Matchy Matchy

Since I'm blonde now.... There's only 1 problem.... my BLACK eyebrows... :/

Eye brow tint to the rescue!!!!!

(How's my impersonation???? ^.^) sooo, I bought it in watsons its some facial hair dye by sally hanson! AND it's real cheap! only $9.90 omgggggg

It's really easy to use... just mix the 2 solution given....

and apply it to your eyebrow... wait for 5-10 minutes.... (do check the hair every mintue or so to look out for the shade desired)

And TA_DA!!!!! Tinted eyebrow... the colour is not very obvious here due to my lousy camera :( My eyebrow colour is really light now (as i left it on for quite some time) and I love it! :D promise to change my camera soon hehehe :)

This tint is not bad! I dont feel itch or pain during the application nor anything much after that... I think it's quite user friendly also, pretty much idiot-proof :) so girls and boys! GO AHEAD :D

XOXO
Cynthia

brighten-up Junsui

Review: kawaii TOKYO: brighten-up Junsui

PROS: This product is cool man! hahahaha...

1. everytime I spray this on my face my face felt damn good (the kinda feeling u get after applying toner and

moisturiser)

2. Although you may find it pricy but you can use this for DAMN LONG!

3. it treats sunburn too! my dad got sunburn from w

ork and I spray this on his back. the next day he came and ask for the spray hahahahah! he said that he the pain lessen almost immediately :)

4. i use this before i apply makeup and my daily skincare routine... I used to have outbreaks after applying makeup but after i start to use

this, my face didnt have ANY pimple at all after makeup...

CONS: the bottle is too big for you to carry around (i solved this by buying a small spray bottle so i can carry it around)

PRICE: $41

OVERALL: I had my doubts when i bought this as this is a new brand that just got launched in Singapore. but after trying this product I dont mind buying others to try as well :)

beauty comes with a price... (hahahaha) but a damn good price to pay for such effects

RATE: 4.5/5

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Pure Spa Water Cleansing Foam

Review: The Face Shop- Pure Spa Water Cleansing Foam

PROS: Skin feels light after washing... Also, it feels really clean and fresh after washing... hehehe... Furthermore, it's oil free, so it will not cause oil pores on my

face. Plus, it's a really big bottle and you can use it for monthsssss... real value for money!!! (have been using it for 8 months and it's STILL not finishing)

CONS: It does not help with blackhead problems.

OVERALL: It's a must try!

RATE: 4.5/5

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Tea Tree Oil Facial Wash

Review: The Body Shop- Tea Tree Oil Facial Wash

PROS:Skin feels tight after washing...

CONS: The smell of tea tree oil is quite strong and the smell lingers after washing your face... Plus, it doesn't really

help prevent blemishes or treat your pimple. I used the whole tea tree oil set for a few months and didn't see much improvement as pimples still appear from time to time. Furthermore, it caused the oil pores on my face!

OVERALL: It's not recommended

RATE: 1/5

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