Showing posts with label Skin Care. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Skin Care. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Origins Moden Friction – Nature’s Gentle Dermabrasion

I bought this together at my Origins haul about 2 months ago. This is a sample size and it is also my new favourite scrub because it is easy to use and fast comparing to my Bio-Mask from Cellnique. I think it gives the same effect but the Bio-Mask smells much nicer because of the tropical fruit ingredient.

This scrub contains rice starch which is the main ingredient that helps remove sluggish cells, and uneven patches. It also contains aloe which keeps skin calm and comfy and I think that is why my skin does not feel dry after the scrub instead it was smooth. 


According to the instruction, this scrub can be used 2-3 times a week. First, make sure your face is dry. Squeeze a reasonable amount of scrub on your fingertips and start working onto the face in circular motion. If it is too difficult to go in circular motion, squeeze out a little more scrub. 

Then wet your fingertips and start working a circular motion again on your face for a gentle lather (add water when necessary). At this point you can already feel how smooth the lather feels. After that, rinse off clean. It really makes my face very smooth and prep it really well for any skin care that follows.

Verdict: Easy to use, convenient, keeps skin smooth. Scent might be unpleasant to some but I am fine with it and I will definitely re-purchase

Price: Pricey RM 150 – 125 ml

Where: Origins store nationwide. ( Gardens MidValley, Parkson Pavillion, Metrojaya Mid Valley, Parkson 1 Utama, Isetan KLCC, Queensbay Mall, Parkson Gurney Plaza, Johor Tebrau City)

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Origins Perfect World Antioxidant Moisturizer and Skin Guardian with White Tea

It is my first time using Origins. I am reviewing the moisturizer and skin guardian this round. This is part of their Perfect World range whereby the main ingredient is White tea.
It is an extremely rare silver tip white tea which was prized by China’s emperors as the key ingredient in China’s elixir of immortality. This ingredient is considered to be one of the world’s most potent antioxidants, anti-ager, anti-stress, anti-smoke and anti-pollution antidotes. It also neutralizes skin aging free radicals.
The guardian is supposed to create a protective bubble around the skin to prevent any substance to age the skin before its time. The moisturizer on the other hand is supposed to deeply moisturize the skin. It also contains Vitamin C for brightening effects.
(Source: from Origins Product Guide – you can get this from Origins outlet)

The moisturizer and the skin guardian is a 2ml sample pack. It lasted me for about 4 days. I have been using these 2 products together for 4 consecutive days. I first apply the skin guardian, and then follow by the moisturizer.


The texture of both products is very velvety. I feel that it is a little too heavy for my skin the first day I apply. When I apply on the second day my skin kind of adapted to its texture. It might feel rich, but it is not oily.

Honestly I am a little disappointed with these 2 products. I feel that it is not moisturizing enough and I have dry patches after using them. I am not sure if it is because of the reasons below:

1) This is a sample pack and 4 days is not enough to judge the result.

2) White tea is just to protect the skin and not treat the skin. Therefore, this range is not suitable for my skin.

3) Natural products take longer to work.

The reasons above are just based on my assumption. BUT my friend who is using this range enjoyed it to the max. So probability of this range is not suitable for me is pretty high. But anyhow, I like their Modern Friction Nature’s Gentle Dermabrasion which I will review some time next week.

Verdict: Not moisturizing enough for me. Texture is velvety and can be perceived as too rich for certain skin, but my skin did get use to the texture after 2 applications.

Price: Pricey
Perfect World Antioxidant Moisturizer with White Tea – RM 170.00 (50ml)
Perfect World White Tea Skin Guardian – RM 180.00 (30ml) / RM 225 (50ml)

Where: Gardens MidValley, Parkson Pavillion, Metrojaya Mid Valley, Parkson 1 Utama, Isetan KLCC, Queensbay Mall, Parkson Gurney Plaza, Johor Tebrau City

Thursday, July 1, 2010

My first time at Origins

Currently I am on an organic & natural product hunt. I have never tried any natural or organic products I guess now is the time. While I was browsing through Origins FB, i came across their promotion and I posted up on my blog as an entry.


After work last Friday, I went to Gardens with my friend to check out Origins. And we ended up buying everything below.
Here is a short summary of the benefits.

1) Sensory Therapy - This is supposed to help you relax and melt all the tension away. Good for mid day stress and to pull you through the day

2) A perfect world starter kit - The key ingredient for this range is white tea which is considered to be one of the world's most potent antioxidants, anti-agers, anti-stress, anti-smoke, anti-pollution antidotes. By the way, this was purchased by my friend so let's see if we can get her to review.

3) Leg Lifts - This is said to be able to de-tense tired calves and thighs. It is also known as Origins seamless pair of stimulating stockings. (This is also purchased by my friend)

4) GinZing Eye Cream - This is a new product from Origins. It is suppose to help brighten and depuff eyes.

And because they are having a promotion, here are all the freebies we receive after we hit RM 350 :)

That is not the end of the freebies. We manage to Hit RM 480. And we get 2 more freebieS.

And more samples...
It was my first time at Origins and i blow quite an amount of cash there and i pulled my friend along to be a "victim" BUT i think we both left the outlet feeling rather happy. I will review all the items once i have used them.

Friday, February 19, 2010

Neutrogena Deep Hydrating Mask


I am not a great fan of neutrogena product. I remember using their cleanser once and it made my skin really dry. And i have also tried their sun block and i feel it is a little too thick for the face. If i can only recommend one product froon this brand, it would be their hydrating mask. I think it is one of the most affordable and effective hydrating mask. I used it every day during my Tanjung Jara Trip and my skin did not peel at all even though I was under the sun for the entire trip.

On usual days, I used it once or twice a week. If you want a healthy glow and a “plump” face, you can try using it every day for a week. You should be able to see the result. Remember to scrub your face once a week too. It really helps to let the liquid and nutrients from the mask to absorb more effectively. The best thing about a tissue mask is convenience, use and pop it into the dustbin after. Just open the packet and place the mask on your face, leave it for 15-20 minutes, then remove and massage the remaining liquid onto skin. You can top up with your moisturizer, but normally I don’t bother.

Another tip: Put it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before using the mask. This will give you nice cooling effect and it does perk your skin up.

Verdict: Nice and easy to use product. Good to bring along for holidays.


Price: Mid Range – RM 49.90 (5 pieces)

Where: Any major pharmacy. (Sometimes they offer between 10-20% discount OR 1 sheet of FREE mask)

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Sun Play Skin Aqua - UV Moisture Milk



The reason I bought this sun block is because it has moisturizing properties. Skin Aqua is SPF 50 and it contains Hyaluronic Acid and collagen to keep skin soft and moisturize. It also claims to be non-greasy. After I put on this sun block, I can feel an extra velvety layer on my face. It Is not a greasy feeling as it absorbs quite quickly. This sun block can also be use on your body but I think that it is too expensive to use on the body.

Verdict: I think this sun block is more suitable for dry skin. I have a combination skin; therefore I think the product is too rich for my skin.

Price: Mid-range - RM 34.90 (42gm)

Where : Guardian and Watson