November Beauty Haul

It's December already! Time flies... Been really busy with work and hardly have time to update blogs nowadays. Lots of cafe post to write but let me share with you some of the products that I have collectively bought for the past 2 months.

1. Little Deer Charcoal Tea Tree & Lemon Soap

Stumbled across the Little Deer brand when I was at the bazaar in Publika. All ingredients used are all natural and it is 100% handmade. Only at RM20, they also include a soap pouch for easier lathering. Can be used on both face and body! I choose this charcoal soap as it helps in detox, clarifying, absorbing dirt and unclog pores from the skin. They have many other range of soaps as well which can be found on their website at www.littledeersoap.com.

2. Batiste Dry Shampoo

I always find the dry shampoo sold in Sephora on the pricey side. Imagine my delight when I found out that Bastiste Dry Shampoo is finally sold in Malaysia! Choose the original one as I felt the other ones were more heavy on the fragrance. Purchase it at RM24.90 if I am not mistaken. Only one size available which is 200ml. I saw 100ml ones being sold on ASOS long time ago...hopefully they will bring in 100ml ones as well so it is easier to pack while traveling. Loving it so far! I purchased this from Aeon Big but it also can be found in Jaya Grocer :)

3. MISSHA Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence

Been eyeing this product for the longest time ever since I saw reviews that this is a dupe for the famous SK-II Pitera Essence. Unfortunately, MISSHA does not have their counters in Malaysia anymore and I was lucky to find a MISSHA store while traveling in Siem Reap, Cambodia.  Initially it was sold at 60USD, which I was reluctant to pay such a steep price since Korea does not sell it that expensive. However, they were having 30% off all products in the store so I took the opportunity to buy it since it is justifiable with the price in Korea with a few dollars difference. I have been using it for 2-3 weeks now so will post up a more detailed review soon.

4. MISSHA Natural Konjac Cleansing Puff

Decided to try this out since it was priced at 4.50USD before discount as I have seen a couple of cleansing puff on the market for the past few months. This cleansing puff is made from Konjac plant which is effective in cleansing and exfoliating the skin. It is very soft and does not irritate my skin!

5. MISSHA Pure Source Sheet Mask

100% pure cotton sheet mask with serum on natural ingredients. I went with the lemon one since sitting on the tuk tuk for a couple of hours made my skin quite oily and clogged up due to the dusts and sand. This mask helps with sebum and pore care.

Neutrogena Deep Hydrating Mask Review & Giveaway

With the hot weather and haze that is currently still ongoing, our skin has the tendency to get oily more often due to the air pollution that causes clogged pores. It also affect the skin's ability to regulate moisture level.

At times like this, I feel pretty stressed because I get breakouts more often and my skin looks dull as well. I rely mostly on masks to keep my skin moisturized and healthy but sometimes, you will just go through a period of bad skin :(

Neutrogena's Deep Hydrating Mask is an intensive facial treatment mask that replenishes and restores moisture for deeply hydrated and bouncy skin. It instantly boosts the skin moisture level up to 12 times with penetrating Vitamin C formula that provides an instant and long lasting moisture. This deeply hydrates the skin cells to leave skin bouncy and also improving the skin texture, leaving it soft and smooth with a healthy glow.

Ingredients:

Water, Butylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Mulberry Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Cyclomethicone, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trioctanoin, Propylene Glycol, BHT, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide.

Best to use the mask after cleansing your face by unfolding the sheet and then place accordingly to your face shape. I think I have mentioned this previously in my other blog post that I love to place the mask in the refrigerator first as the cold mask feels really good on the skin especially during such a hot weather :)

Make sure that the mask fits nicely onto the skin. If there are some air trapped on certain ends or some areas that are not covered, just press lightly onto the mask with your fingertips to set it in place. After 15 minutes, remove the mask and massage the remaining fluid into the skin. I would also lightly pat my skin so that the fluids are absorbed more easily.

Although the masks doesn't fit perfectly onto my skin, I still love the intensive moisturization that it gives. It leaves my skin well hydrated and soft, which is a great for prepping the skin before putting on makeup.

Thanks to Neutrogena Malaysia, I will be giving away one Deep Hydrating Mask to five lucky readers!

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Montagne Jeunesse Face Mask Review + Giveaway

Montagne Jeunesse is a beauty brand based in the UK where they are renowned for their extensive range of peel off masks and mud/clay based masks. It is the number 1 face mask brand that is loved and trusted by women in over 80 countries worldwide. Their products is paraben free, cruelty free and vegetarian approved! This is the first time I am hearing that there are face mask that is vegetarian friendly...

This year, Montagne Jeunesse brought in two new range of face masks which is the Creamy Coconut Mud and Manuka Honey Peel Off Mask where I had the opportunity to review them!

For people with combination and oily skin, the Manuka Honey Peel Off mask is beneficial to the skin as manuka honey is a natural anti-bacterial cleanser. Added on with Jasmine for its fragrance, it has a soothing aroma that also has the ability to increase the skin elasticity, improve tone and texture, and reduce scarring.

Smells so good that I felt like eating it xD


Best to use after cleansing your face with warm water. Apply the mask and leave to dry for 20 minutes :)

It is easy to peel off once it is fully dried. I had it on for about 20 minutes and loved the skin tightening feeling while the masque dries. Of course there will be some tiny bits here and there which can be solved by just washing if off with water. Follow up with your normal skincare routine after :)

My skin definitely felt smoother after the mask!


Creamy Coconut Mud Mask

Unlike the normal sheet mask, mud based mask will reach deep down into pores to draw out impurities and excess sebum before it becomes a problem! The consistency of this mask is really thick due to natural ingredients like Coconut Water and Shea Butter to soothe and moisturize skin. It is suitable for all skin types!

You'll just need to apply a thin layer on a clean face and relax for 20 minutes. Rinse it off with warm water after that! Things might get a little messy when washing off due to the mask creamy texture where you need to wash it off more thoroughly. The coconut smell is especially strong in this one. I felt that my face was smelling like coconut for days after applying the mask but I love it! Best thing about this mask is that you get to use it up to 2 - 3 times due to the sachet size! My skin felt really moisturized after using this mask!

Besides that they have also given me an extra mask to review, which is the Green Tea Peel Off Face Masque! :D This masque deep cleanses the pores, removes impurities and peel to reveal a healthier skin! It also contains ingredients like:

1. Ginger - contains antibacterial element that helps to reduce skin inflammation, cleans skin and removing trapped dirt.

2. Green Tea - contains anti-oxidant properties that helps protect skin skin from free radicals that can speed up the aging process.

3. Evening Primrose - provides hydration, rejuvenates and repairs the skin.

Montagne Jeunesse Face Mask is available at Watson Stores! Get yours today :D

Good news for my readers!

Montagne Jeunesse has allocated 20 free masques for you! It means there will be 20 lucky winners who will win one masque each from the new range of mask. All you have to do is:
1. Like Montagne Jeunesse Malaysia Facebook Page
2. Fill in the details at http://bit.ly/1hiVgwS
3. Wait and see if you are the lucky one and they will post the item to you!

My Beauty Diary New Upgraded Mask Press Conference 2013

 My Beauty Diary recently launched their upgraded mask with Cosphingo, an type of seaweed which assists the skin to improve moisture and also retaining ability, satisfying your hydration needs from all aspects. 

This patented long-lasting moisturizing ingredient also helps dehydrated skin to regain and mantain its softness and tenderness like a baby's skin. Cosphingo maintains a healthy skin by sealing in water for natural hydration! The series of products is does not contain any paraben preservatives, alcohol, mineral oils, pigments and fluorescent agent.

 With the new upgraded mask, they have also changed their packaging and also logo design. The new Cosphingo mask has 8 range which includes:

1. Hyaluronic Acid (Intensive Hydration)

2. Arbutin (Intensive White)

3. Collagen (Intensive Firming)

4. Aloe (Sooth & Moisturize)

5. Black Pearl (Glowing White)

6. Bird Nest (Utmost Nourishing)

7. Apple (Zero Pore)

8. Pearl Mask (Silky White)

Adorable mini mask for us to test the new Cosphingo mask.

 A volunteer testing out the new mask that has 3D refined tailoring and texture characteristics that fits the chin perfectly, providing optimal adherence and comfort.

The new cloth mask is made of imported high-purity and environmental friendly fibre that largely reduces the effects of impurities on the skin. Its elastic and adherent structure instantly infuses the skin with abundance of moisture.

Group Photo

 The new range of My Beauty Diary Mask with Cosphingo was also available to purchase on that day! They were having some promotions too :)

 Check out the limited edition My Beauty Diary Mask. So cute!

With Ms. May Soo, the Managing Director of Eternal Beauty.

Have been a fan of My Beauty Diary Mask after a friend of mine introduced it to me. I absolutely love that it is very moisturizing. With this newly launched mask with Cosphingo, can't wait to buy more mask from them :D

For more information, visit My Beauty Diary Malaysia's FB Page!

HiShop Beauty Ambassador Welcome Pack Review + Readers Discount!

HiShop [pronounched as hai-shop] is an online beauty and cosmetics store that carries genuine products that is made accessible for everyone - anytime and anywhere. I am really grateful to be chosen as one of their Beauty Ambassador to be able to review beauty products that is available in their online store! HiShop carries numerous brands such as Antipodes, Heaven on Earth and many more which I believe are not easily accessible in physical stores. With HiShop, all these brands are available with just a click on the mouse :) Personally, I haven't been exposed to a lot of the brands which HiShop carries and I am glad they are a website that offers these alternatives! Delivery is free if you purchase over RM50 :D

As HiShop's Beauty Ambassador, I received a parcel on my doorstep which is filled with samples of beauty products such as face mask, makeup and so on! I also received discount vouchers from MilkADeal and HiShop. Continue reading below for product reviews and exclusive readers discount ;D

Nature & Co Vital Purity Lift Mask

My first impression when receiving this sample sized mask is that it was a floral scented/lavender mask because of the picture. The description behind was in Japanese....so yeah, I only found out that it is a clay mask after opening the sachet xD I was delighted anyway, since it has been long I have used one. Full size (140ml) retails at RM88.90.

According to the website, the Nature & Co Vital Purity Lift Mask works to tighten pores, leaves skin smooth, banish skin dullness and smooths sagging skin. Directions said to spread an amount of four cherries evenly over the face and rinse off after 5 minutes. Apply skin toner/lotion after.

I only used half the sample size because I felt it was too much if I finished the whole packet. Around the size of two 20 cent coins is enough to cover my face. The light herb scent was alright for me, it goes off as the mask starts to dry/tighten around the face. I am impressed by the mask as it really tightens the skin when the clay mask dries...I could hardly move my face! It gives a tightening/lifting feeling for the skin during that 5 minutes. Remember to not talk, laugh or move your facial muscles when you put on this mask! I rinsed the mask off with lukewarm water after 5 minutes and I love how smooth my skin was when I touched it ^^ 

(L) Nature & Co Pure White Lotion Light

(R) Nature & Co Pure White Milky Lotion Light

Nature & Co Pure White Lotion Light works as a skin toner to soften skin and boost ability to soak up nutrients, at the same time delivering whitening ingredients ingredients into the skin. Love how lightweight this toner is! Has a very watery texture too. Full size (180ml) retails at RM58.90.

Nature & Co Pure White Milky Lotion Light is a moisturizer that wraps dry skin in a solid veil of moisture that leaves skin plump and firm. It also claims to suppress melanin generations and wards off spots and freckles. I think this moisturizer is great for people who are under the aircond most of the time. Thick consistency but lightweight when applied onto the skin. It's not sticky and blends into the face well to provide moisture. However, for my combination skin and under non aircond area, the T-zone produces sebum quickly so there is an oil shine after a while. Full size (130ml) retails at RM58.90.

Baviphat Woori Gokmul Mung Beans Mask Sheet , RM5.90

Korean face mask! Love the cute packagingMung bean extracts supply moisture and nourishment to dey and flaccid skin. Removes dead skin cells to reveal soft and smooth skin. Leave on mask for 15-20 minutes.

Love how this mask is able to cover my forehead entirely because most of the mask I use doesn't. There is a faint scent to the mask which I like because it is not too overpowering. The mask isn't superb but it does its job. After removing the mask, my skin had a slight sticky feel when massaging the remaining essence into the skin.

Deoproce Hydro Pomegranate Face Mist, RM19.90

HiShop gave a full sized product for this :D The price is really affordable too! Thanks HiShop for safely wrapping this face mist in bubble wrap :) However, there was a slight leakage as I opened the wrap as the bottle cap was not closed tightely. No worries about that! Was excited to try this out because it contains two of my favourite things - face mist and pomegranate  Description is in Korean which I don't understand even though I know how to read the characters. haha...

This face mist is designed to soothe, moisturize, replenish, relax and rejuvenate the face. Helps to set makeup and also make your tired looking skin look bright and dewy.

I really adore face mists because it helps to refresh the skin when the weather is humid or when the skin feels dry in air conditioned areas. I like this face mist because it absorbs into the skin easily. But the scent wasn't really to my liking. I love sweet scents but when I sprayed this to my face, the scent was leaning towards the strong side. However, the scent only lasts for about a second or two when sprayed on, so I am okay with that. Just have to get brace myself/get use to the scent when I spray it on my face...lol. 

When I am at home, I usually use this during the afternoon/midday when the skin gets oily...wash my face with water and then use this pomegranate face mist. Very refreshing! ;)

Farmasi Terracotta Mono Eyeshadow 12, RM38.90

FARMASI is the brand name of Tanalize Cosmetics where they are the market leader in Turkey at cosmetics and toiletries export market. This Terracotta Mono Eyeshadow is a baked eyeshadow that provides luminous/pearl shine effect. Long lasting and easy to apply, it can be used both wet (for intense colour) and dry (for basic pearl shine)

I was really excited to try out this colour as it looked really dark and sultry when I looked at it for the first time. Love that it can be used both ways. But it was not as pigmented as I thought it would be. Had to use my fingers to apply the eye shadow a few times to achieve the pigment that I want. Like the soft pearl shine effect this eye shadow has when applied dry. For the intense colour, I used the wet brush and applied it on for about 5 times to get the intense result.

Thanks for reading my reviews on HiShop's products! Now, I'm sure you want to know what what the discount you readers are getting :D Here it is:

• Purchase above RM100 and you will get RM20 off you total bill! The discount code is: LOVEHISHOP (Expires 30th June 2013)

Other perks that applies to everyone:

• Free nationwide delivery within 7 days if you purchase above RM50.
• 3 FREE samples (valid with any purchase)
• Subscribe to HiShop's newsletter for exclusive offers
• Like their Facebook Page to get updates about their latest news and contests

For more information, visit HiShop's:

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Timeless Truth Instantaneous Brightening Cooling Mask Review 極透瞬白冰沁面膜

I recently joined Plus Size Kitten's Guinness Mask Review and Timeless Truth Malaysia was involved with this project! I have been seeing good feedbacks from beauty bloggers regarding TT masks and I am glad that Timeless Truth Malaysia has selected me as one of the bloggers to review their mask (⌒▽⌒)☆

After checking out the full range of mask on their website, I was quite interested in purchasing their other mask like collagen, royal jelly etc! Oh well, I shall drop by MaskSlim to stock on some TT Mask soon :) Back to the review!

 There are directions in English if you don't know how to read Mandarin :) The steps are:

1. Cleanse face.

2. Open sachet and take out the mask.

3. Adjust mask over the face and position it well :)

4. Press the mask lightly with your hands so that it adheres completely.

5. Remove mask after 15-20 minutes and massage the remaining essence into the skin.

The direction also mentioned about stretching the mask to ears but it doesn't have the gap to hold the ears for a face lifting effect. So I just use it as it is, since it doesn't reach my ears anyway. My face is huge! hahaha...

Neatly folded mask with plastic sheet. The mask is soaked with loads of essence and after separating the plastic sheet and the mask, I use the plastic sheet to apply some essence on my elbow and knees since it is under the moisturizing range. Don't waste :P

Problem areas of my skin are usually the T-Zone. Pimples are also popping out since the weather has been erratic lately. Super hot weather has caused my skin to breakout (。┰ω┰。) Before opening the mask sachet, I popped it into the fridge for about 30 minutes. My skin loves the cold feeling of the mask when applied on (*^▽^*) Even better, this cooling mask has a minty scent and sensation! I feel refreshed when breathing in the minty scent plus my skin enjoyed the cooling sensation!

My skin feels so well moisturized and hydrated after putting on the mask! After removing the mask, I squeeze the remaining essence from the sachet and massage it on my skin :D 

Before and after of my skin. My skin is not that bright in the 'after picture'...it is just the angle. But what I am showing you is the pimple scar that I have gotten from popping the whitehead. It was lightened slightly and I was happy about it :) Same goes to the headless pimple on my chin...after an hour doing the mask, the size reduced and I am not exaggerating. Of course, consistent use of the Timeless Truth Mask is needed for better effect!

Feeling happy after using the Timeless Truth Instantaneous Brightening Cooling Mask!

For more information about Timless Truth, visit:

Website (you can purchase their mask online too!)

Facebook (for news updates etc)

P.S - Timeless Truth Malaysia will be participating in the upcoming International Beauty Expo from 18-21 May at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Booth 2003 and 2005. Do check them out if you are visiting the expo ;D