Glossybox March 2012

Finally! After the long wait for the Glossybox its finally here! 

Since this month's Glossybox arrived late, I have pretty high expectation from them.

But having high expectations usually lead to disappointments... :( 

I didn't like this month's box mainly because 3 out of 6 products is either I didn't need (hairspray- my scalp can get sensitive very easily, so I can barely put any on head) or already have (Evian & Aveeno).

Here are the things I got:

1. AVEENO- Daily Moisturizing Lotion

2. BAILEY- Fresh Lip Gloss in Berry

3. EVIAN- Brumisateur Facial Spray

4. PANDORA'S- Blush St.Tropez

5. SEBASTIAN- Re-Shaper Hairspray

Extra: ALGEMARIN- Foam bath

Let me know what you think about this month's box!

-Love, Bernice

Eye Masks Review

As promised earlier, this post is about the eye masks that I've purchased when I went back to Hong Kong.
All of these eye masks can be purchase at a cosmetic store in Hong Kong called "Sasa". You can basically find Sasa EVERYWHERE O_O in hk...

Just a little info about myself, I have combination skin type, heavy dark circles but weirdly no eye bags and few pimples and red blemishes from here and there (OK, maybe a little more than a few..!).
Some of these eye masks maybe a hate or a like for me, but does not necessary goes the same for you!

Dr.Morita- Q10 Eye Mask
I hated this eye mask! I think I have allergic reaction towards the ingredients or some sort. After putting the eye mask on for few minutes, my right cheek (upper) begins to have a bit of stingy feeling... So I just immediately took it off and when I look into the mirror, there's already a small swollen bump near my eye area... gaaa!!! But I did give it a try again a week later, yet there is still a little discomfort...Therefore, this eye mask is a No-No for me!

Dr. Morita- For Dark Circles
I guess the reason I brought this is because it says "FOR DARK CIRCLES". I have heavy dark circles so I would basically buy anything to get rid of my dark circles (as long as i can afford it of course). In comparison to the Q10 one that I've just mentioned, this one is much more mild and gentle. Basically in this eye mask the main ingredients were vegetal placenta, platinum peptide, vitamin K and tranexamic acid. What it does is to help rejuvenate and revitalize our skin by hydrating and increasing collagen as well as whitening effect! But to be honest, I don't feel this product really helps cure my dark circles.




DHC
What I liked about this eye mask is that its not the type that would make a mess after taking it out. It's basically like sticking two pieces of stickers under my eye. I usually use this when I am super duper tired that day so I can just fall asleep immediately without worrying I might get all the serum on my pillows. On the other hand, without the liquid serum texture, it feels as though it defeated the purpose of the product- revitalizing the eye area. It really does feel like I am putting stickers onto my face.





My Bright Face Mate- Brightening Patch
This eye mask is similar to the DHC one, a hydro gel type of eye mask. The key feature of this patch helps to "brighten dark circles and spots". After removing the patches, what's left on the patches is only the cotton layer and the jelly layer was gone.






Lifecella
This eye mask contains ingredients such as Ceramide and Trehalose. Ceramide helps block and protect skin from any harmful pollution in the air. As for Trehalose, what it does is to help keep the water component within our skin.






In general, I don't really think these eye patch work for me.. probably because my dark circles is just WAY too dark to be cured. However, using these patches do make my eye area feel more hydrated, so thumbs up for that!

-Love, Bernice

Girls Night

Had a Saturday girls night.
Basically everyone did their own thing as though we live under the same roof.
So I decided to steal their nailpolishes and DIY my manicure!
It was fun to have a chance to use other people's nailpolishes!

I Like, I Like

                                                             OPI- Privacy Please & NYX- NGP 167 Dreamy Glitter

What do you ladies do on your girls night?

Love, Bernice

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Upcoming Reviews

Will be doing a review on some of these goodies soon!
Bare with me while i give them a try!
Has anyone tried any of these products before? Let me know what you think!

Zara Wishlist

Need to head to Zara this weekend to check out their new collection! 

 

 

February 2012 Glymm Box

A bit late but here is the February Glymm Box!

I was a bit disappointed since they forgot to include the GlamGlow mud mask in my box. It also turns out to be the most expensive item out of the four. I e-mailed customer service, but unsure if they're going to replace it in my March box or send me something else. Will do a follow up post!

This month's box consists of:

• SULA Natural Shadow (On My Mind) 
• BURT'S BEES Tinted Lip Balm (Tiger Lily)
• GLAMGLOW Tingling and Exfoliating Mud Mask 
• MAI COUTURE 2-1 Oil Blotting/Bronzing Papier 

I didn't get a chance to try out all the products, but I have been using the Burt's Bee Tinted Lip Balm. It's very moisturizing on the lips, and I love how it gives my colourless lips a hint of colour! Staying power is quite good. As for smell, it actually reminds me of a lipstick...that kind of plastic-ish smell? But not to the point that it bothers me.

How did you like your February Glymm Box?

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- Bon

10 Days of Happiness

For the past 10 days I flew back to Hong Kong as a miniature getaway or vacation or whatever you call it.

It was a good experience. Everyday seems like a hectic day, yet, it made me feel as tho I was able to live my life to the fullest. 

During my stay, I was being super generous to my tummy and taste buds by spoiling them with one dessert a day. 

Day 1: Cheesecake Tart @ Pie & Tart

Taste best when they are freshly baked out of the oven.

Day 2: Mochi Ice w/ taro, vanilla, chocolate, coffee

Vanilla and Taro Mochi is always the best! They can never go wrong.

Day 3: Forgot what this is called, its a combination of desserts made out of mango ("duh! obviously bernice!") @ Hui Lou San

I loved the bottom left one, specially the mochi!

Day 4: Cinnamon Apple bread with Vanilla Ice Cream

Whats special about this bread is that it's crispy! Tasted very different. 

 

Day 5: Mango with shredded milk ice

Apparently this was a Taiwanese dessert! Didn't know that!

This dessert would be perfect for summer time.

Day 6: Cookies Quartet

Day 7: Double Layer Milk Pudding

Its a MUST eat whenever I come back to hk

Day 8: Mango wrapped in Mochi with coconut sheds

@ CityPlaza's foodcourt

I liked this dessert but could of been better if the coconut sheds smell/taste stronger.

Day 9: Mango World

Oh my. this is the worse mango dessert that I've ever had...

It's basically mango, pearls, milk jello mixed with mango and coconut sauce together. 

The milk jello didn't taste anything like milk and the pearls were overcooked...

Day 10: Mango with Mochi @ Hui Luo San

I just had to have this again. It's basically the bigger version dessert that I had from day 3.

The scoop in the middle is actually mango + coconut ice. 

I know, I know... most of the desserts that I had were mango and mochi! That's because they are the most common dessert ingredients that people in HK likes! But seriously, mango and mochi is the best combo!

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-Bernice