My Skincare Regime: Make-up

In Avon, Eyes

Avon Supershock Max Mascara Review

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, by Ane

In Eyes, Make-up

Maybelline Volum' Express Magnum Waterproof Mascara Review

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In Face, Make-up

Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder Review

Hey guys! So living in my country, its really difficult to find products that matches my skin colour in drugstores. So the only product that has matching skin colour that is available in local pharmacies such as Watsons and Guardian is only Revlon products. So I decided to give this pressed powder a go!

Basic Information

Net Weight: 8.017 g/ 0.28 OZ

Product of: USA
Colour: 050 Deep Fonce

Product Description

Blends seamlessly with a lightweight feel
Evens skin tone
Provides shine-free natural coverage
Undetectable coverage
Unbelievable complexion
Makeup so refreshingly light it melts right in, creating a fresh, even look
Non-cakey

Packaging

It comes in a large, not so travel friendly packaging with a compartment for the sponge and a mirror. It’s white in color as well.

Ingredients

Talc, Dimethicone, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Glycol Grapeseedate, Polyethylene Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment, Saccharomyces/Potassium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Lecithin, Dimethiconol, Isododecane, Sorbic Acid, Methylparaben, May Contain [+/-: Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499)].

Application

After applying skincare products, apply over entire face smoothing over forehead, chin, nose and jawline using the puff applicator. For optimal results, you can build until your desired level of coverage.

My Impression

Ok, so I think this is the only drugstore powder that actually has a darker shade which matches my skin color well. Let’s see… the product is really easy to apply because it blends so well. It doesn’t make my face look cakey and makes it look natural. It somehow has coverage yet it doesn’t look like I’ve put makeup on. I have combination skin. When my skin is dry, I could see some patches and I won’t recommend to those who have scars and need more coverage.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Provides natural coverage
Easy to apply
Lightweight
Blends well with my skin colour
Covers well
Non-cakey
Easily available in local pharmacies and hypermarkets

Cons

Too big packaging
Contains paraben
Not much coverage

Price

Got it for RM 24.80 in Watsons

Rating

4/5

Recommendation

Highly recommended to those who wants to have a natural look.

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In Body Care, Hair

Ways to Use Nature Republic's 92% Aloe Vera Soothing Gel Uses and The Review

Hey guys! Nature Republic's 92% Aloe Vera Soothing Gel is the most raved product EVERYWHERE now! I had to get my hands on one those! A Nature Republic outlet near my place was having a sale and I grabbed my chance to own one of these babies!

Basic Information

Net Weight: 300 ml

Product of: Korea

Other products from this line are:

Aloe Vera 90 % Toner
Aloe Vera 80 % Emulsion
Aloe Vera 90 % Body Cream
Aloe Vera 80 % Cleansing Gel Cream
Aloe Vera 80 % Cleansing Gel Foam
Aloe Vera 90 % Body Shower Gel

Product Description

Paraben, mineral oil and artificial colour free
Soothing gel certified from California CCOF organic Aloe
Mild and moisturizing effect for the face, asrms, legs, hair and multiple use.
Gives soothing effect
Non sticky

Packaging

Nature Republic's 92% Aloe Vera Soothing Gel comes in a giant jar. It doesn’t come with a spatula though. It’s really unhygienic so I would usually scoop some of the product in small clean cosmetic container. This makes it more hygienic and travel friendly.

Ingredients

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (92%), Alcohol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglutamic Acid, Betaine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Extract, Melissa Officinalis Extract, Carbomer, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Parfum, Disodium Edta

Texture & Fragrance

It has a somewhat mild fragrance and the gel is transparent. It feels really cooling when my skin comes in contact with it and it really feels like I’m touching concentrated water. Even though it comes in a gel form, it’s not sticky and absorbs fast into skin.

Nature Republic's 92% Aloe Vera Soothing Gel Uses

So Nature Republic has suggested a number of ways to use this gel. Using their suggestion and my own, I've come up with a list.

1. As a makeup base

It makes a great make up base because it’s cheap (I don’t have to buy a primer) and it makes my makeup last longer.

2. For a dewy effect makeup

Dewy effect makeup is such craze now. Just mix the gel with BB Cream, CC Cream or liquid foundation, with 2:1 ration for a dewy/glowing effect. Highly recommended for dry skin folks to do this as this will prevent cakey makeup and flaky skin. I don’t think this is advisable for oily skinned folks.

3. Makes a great eye pack

Sometimes when I wake up with puffy eyes I would just slather some of the gel in between a facial cotton and leave it on my eyes around 10-15 minutes. The puffiness would be gone, or almost.

4. As a moisture pack

Apply a thick layer on a mask sheet or just apply a thick layer without a sheet and leave on for 15 minutes. You can also mix the gel with other ingredients such as yogurt or honey or anything else that you like to add.

5. As a face moisturizer

I have tried using it as my moisturizer for a month. It was not a good idea. The gel is not moisturizing enough for my combination skin. I don’t know, but it may work for oily skin. It didn't cause any breakouts and it did calm down redness and acne a little.

6. Soothe sunburn

Keep the gel in a fridge and slather the product wherever you want after you had a long sunny day. God it feels good.

7. Use after shaving to soothe skin

Just apply some of the product where you just shaved.

8. As a body moisturizer

Mix it with olive oil and apply to your body as lotion.

9. As a night mask

Just apply a thick layer before you go to bed. My face would be rejuvenated the next morning.

10. Condition nails

Just apply it on your nails to strengthen it and to prevent cracking.

11. As a hair mask

Just use as the product a hair mask. My hair will be so soft after I used the gel. You can also mix the gel with other ingredients such as olive oil, coconut oil or honey.

12. Makes a healthy hair gel

Sometimes I would use the gel as a healthy hair gel. Back in the days when I had locks, I tried to use this gel instead of a curling cream. It was amazing. It really gave my hair shine and it made my locks to stay in place. You can also use it to tame all those split ends.

13. Makes a great substitute for any DIY recipes

There are a lot of DIY beauty recipes that requires Aloe Vera Gel as an ingredient such as setting spray or face mist. Just use this gel as a replacement. It works great.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Paraben, mineral oil and artificial colour free

Not sticky

Absorbs fast

Makes a great make up base

Makes a great dewy effect makeup

Makes a great eye pack

Soothes irritated skin

Soothe sunburn

Makes a great substitute for any DIY recipes

Makes hair softer

Makes a healthy hair styling gel

Comes in bulk

Affordable price

I'm in love with it

It doesn't cause breakouts

Cons

The packaging is not hygienic
Only available in Nature Republic Outlets
There are many imitations around
Contains alcohol
Contains parfum
According to Cosdna, the product contains Triethanol Amine which could cause harm for long term usage