Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Product Match-up: St. Ives Apricot Scrub Versus Burt's Bees Peach and Willow Bark Deep Pore Scrub

Have you ever experienced being torn between two options and don't know which one to choose? Or buying a product that you have tried and tested for many years but willing to try out and discover something new instead? 

Yes, I know the feeling. There are hard-to-choose-between-the-two sort of feelings which happen everyday. With the food that you eat, the clothes that you wear, the activities that you do, or even the products you buy. It is a difficult process. 

But, if there are people who can help us decide (such as myself, ehem ehem!) then life would be a lot easier. Don't you think? 

Let's get started with my latest torn-between-the-two products. The tried and tested one versus the try-something new product. 









My Thoughts: 
I've been using St. Ives Apricot Scrub ever since I was in High School. It is very affordable and can be easily found in most supermarkets and grocery stores. I like how it smells and the texture. It does give an intense exfoliation while you scrub it on your face because of the grainy texture of the granules. What I don't like about it is the scent when you do not store it well. If the cover or the product gets wet (or placed in a damp area of the bathroom), after some days it will smell spoiled or not fresh. :( You have to keep it in a cool dry place. :) 

With the Burt's Bee Peach and Willow Deep Pore Scrub, I find it expensive, boring, and non-exfoliating. :( It is 500% more expensive than that of St. Ives; it doesn't have an appealing scent (which I always look for in a product. Plus factor!); and the texture is not what I look in a scrub. :( 

If I were you, St. Ives is a better buy than Burt's Bees not only because of the price but also the quality, quantity, availability; and the exfoliating factor of the product. :) 

Sorry Burt's Bee, but St. Ives won. :) 


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Sunday, September 15, 2013

Ziaja Goat's Milk Day Cream For Dry and Wrinkle Prone Skin 50 ml


Are you looking for an affordable moisturizing day cream? Then this is the perfect product for you! :) 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 
  • For dry and wrinkle prone skin

PACKAGING: The moisturizer comes in a white jar with a twist-able cap. 


SCENT: Smells like soap. :-/


APPEARANCE: 

White cream

CONSISTENCY: I like the consistency of the product. It is quite thick like whipped cream. 


PRICE: P295. Not bad for a moisturizer. :)


HOW TO USE: Apply a small amount of cream and smooth it over with a delicate patting motion. 

MY THOUGHTS: It is a very moisturizing product and leaves your skin hydrated the whole day. It doesn't make your face sticky and oily unlike most cream-based moisturizers. It is a great make-up base as well. It is affordable and is great for those with sensitive skin. 
One thing I don't like about it is the scent. :(

Thumbs up for the Ziaja Goat's Milk Day Cream! Great product!! :) 


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Check my previous post: L'OREAL EverPure Moisture Conditioner 

Something to look forward to: Ziaja Goat's Milk Day Cream 


Saturday, September 14, 2013

L'OREAL EVER PURE Moisture Conditioner

For the past month, my hair felt dry and brittle. I've changed up my hair routine from washing my hair every 2 days to washing it everyday. I liked the feeling of fresh hair but then my hair turned really dryyyy and brittle. I decided to go back to my normal routine and it slowly became better. :) 

But then, I decided to buy a conditioner fit for color treated hair. I've been hearing about the L'OREAL range from different YouTube Beauty Gurus and decided to purchase one for myself. I've tried it many times and read on to know my thoughts about it. 



PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 

  • Anti-fade system
  • UV filters
  • No drying salts
  • Natural botanicals
  • 100% vegan
  • Moisture Conditioner


PACKAGING: 
The EverPure comes in a purplish metallic plastic tube packaging with a hot pink cap. It looks and feel expensive. 

SCENT: 
The description says with Rosemary Mint and Romarin Menthe. It smells very manly. Like that of men's deodorant. :-/ The scent is very overwhelming. 

APPEARANCE: 
Plain white color. 

CONSISTENCY: 
It has a light consistency. I was expecting it would be thicker because it says on the description "Moisture." Same consistency as any of the other typical conditioners you see on the market. 

PRICE: 
P449. Expensive for a conditioner. But is it worth it? 

HOW TO USE: 
After using EverPure Moisture Shampoo, apply to wet hair and massage gently. Leave on for a few minutes. Rinse thoroughly. 

MY THOUGHTS: 
Honestly, I don't like it. First, the scent is horrible. :( Next, it is not as moisturizing as it claims to be. Lastly, it is expensive and doesn't have any remarkable results. 

I give it a thumbs down. Sorry, but it is not worth the hype. :-/


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Check my previous post: The Face Shop Volcanic Nose Pack 

Something to look forward to: Ziaja Goat's Milk Day Cream