Beauty Real Truth: Recorded

Human are easily  influenced  ith everything they see and hear. The prettier, the better. People also prefer something that are pleasing to the ears regardless the truth. Hence, we can see everywhere from printed, online, billboard, or on television -- different ways and look made by the advertisers to attract and gain interests from their target audience.

When it comes to beauty ads, I am sure most of my readers agree that we like something that reduce wrinkles, make our skin brighter, bigger and twinkling eyes, whiter teeth, smooth skin, plump lips and many more. Just look at the beauty products sold on the market -- there's thousands and thousands of them to get those results *so called said*!! 

But, do not get too sucked up with those ads they showed or want us to see 100%! Watch the video below, and you know what I'm talking about. 

Fotoshop by Adobé from Jesse Rosten on Vimeo.

I'm not against those who want to be pretty (like hello, don't you ever read my blog??). Be a smart shopper, buyer and user. You won't get yourself hurt too much that way.

2012: Decluttering and Rearranging Makeup Collection

It's 2012! How is your new year beginning? Did you celebrate it last nite? 

I am not sure how the rest of you would feel but as for me, every year is the same unless you want to make changes to be a better person. I spent my night rearranging and decluttering my makeup collection. 

Left-top: Nail polishes all less RM25 including China Glaze, The Face Shop, Elianto, MAC (bought from  warehouse sale), Silkygirl, Seche Vita

Centre-left: Blushes ranging from NARS, MAC, Topshop, Tarte

Bottom-left: Miscellaneous items

Centre: NYX lipsticks, glosses and liners, Stila glosses, MAC lipsticks and glosses, Rimmel lipsticks and glosses, Carmex lipbalm, Stage lipsticks, Maybelline lipsticks and lipliner, Topshop lip pots, L'Oreal lipstick and glosses (bought from warehouse sale) 

Green box: Contains NYX eyeshadows, various eyeliners, loose pigments

Makeup bag: Various powders, foundations, makeup base, Daiso blushes and eyeshadows, eyeliners, Vaseline, empty boxes (!), BB samples, a fan brush 

Not pictured: Eyeshadow and blush palettes, makeup brushes, on-the-go makeup bag

 

Range of lipsticks and glosses

 

 Blushes and nail polish 

You might say I prefer high-end department stores product which seems to cost a lot or maybe a brand snob but suffice to say, I prefer to pay more for better quality. However, as you can see I do have some cheaper version of makeup such as from Daiso and I purchase a lot from local drugstore too. 

For those who would like me to do a review on any items, drop me comments. Thanks!

Ending of 2011: Your Haul?

2011 is ending in few more days and holiday celebration is still around, most places and online shops are still having their Christmas promotion. Since Chinese New Year is coming soon, it makes it harder for us to stop searching for sales (duh, what a shopaholic!)

Ever since more brands which I've usually purchased online came to Malaysia and easily accessible, it gives me better opportunity to understand, feel, test and all that you can imagine before purchasing without having to wait  for my items to arrive.

I had my hands on Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Moisturizing Lotion which is super awesome to lock up moisture in my skin, Urban Decay Naked Palette and 15th Anniversary Palette, Soap & Glory products and many more. 

Soap & Glory products

UD 15th Anniversary Palette image from Temptalia


Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Moisturizing Lotion

Despite that, I've been shopping less over the past few months thanks to the amount of things mounting up at home. There were some hit and miss purchase which I've been trying to clear up.

That includes this Miu Miu Inspired Loafer Heels in Nude (still new, never worn) and these maxi dress in Deep Red and Fuschia Berry (my petite and small structure body can't seem to carry this nicely). Oh, do enquire if you would like to purchase from me.

Miu Miu Inspired Loafer Heels in Nude

 

Scoopy Doo maxi dresses image credit to Pumpkin

So, how did you end your 2011 haul?

 

Selling: Miu Miu Inspired Loafer Heels in Nude

Bought these shoes online but unfortunately, my toes are a bit long so they did not fit nicely at the front. So, am selling this off. Still new, never worn only for testing purpose. 

Miu Miu Inspired Loafer Heels

BRAND NEW!!

4" high, 0.5" elevation. 

Padded insole & back for maximum comfort. 

Removable ankle straps. 

Never worn. 

Last picture credit to Kiss & Tell.

Only RM75 including Pos Laju!

 Size 38 (suits those wearing size 37 since the front part is small cutting)
Only one available

Review: Etude House Essence Mask Hyaluronic Acid

What is it?

Taken from the packaging, Etude House Essence Mask Hyaluronic Acid is an essence mask for skin soothing with Hyaluronic Acid and Lily extract. It is 20 ml and is made from Korea.

Ingredients listed

My verdict?

As we age, our skin tends to become drier and of course sagging. I realized the condition on my skin is slowly changing when I find that wearing moisturizer alone are not enough for me (thanks to Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion).

At the same time, it's been more than a year since I put on a mask (because I'm that lazy). So, thanks to people who created sheet mask I discovered this. Part of the 5 masks at RM12 promotion from Etude House, I find that it's the best time for me to experience the mask.

The cloth is thick and the essence does not drip wet which I find is good. It is quite round and fits my face well. In fact, it is one of the many mask which fits my small face. Applied around 15-20 minutes as instructed after washing the face.

Overall:

I love this mask as it hydrates my face efficiently. Does not make my skin itchy and no side effects thereafter.