Giveaway: Aegyoprincess & ibuybeauti BB cream Giveaway!

Greetings!

Want to try the bb cream used by Miss A Suzy? Well, here's your chance!

Marxie & ibuybeauti are doing a giveaway, there will be not just one winner but 10!

You never know. You might be one of the lucky 10!

Wanna join?

Head over to http://aegyoprincess.blogspot.com/2013/05/1-giveaway-10-winners.html

Korean Show I'm watching these days

Greetings!

If you do not know me well, then you would not know but I am a HUGE Korean fan! Be it Korean products or Dramas or Manhwas ( korean version of manga) !

So, today I will introduce some Korean Dramas that I am currently watching.

1. Jang Ok Jung

Seriously, I can't get enough of this show! It's so awesome! What is it about? It's a show that shows a different side of the infamous lady Jang Hee Bin. She's real you know? In history, it is said that she's one very evil concubine who made the Queen get stripped of her position and became Queen herself only to later die when the King caught her doing some ritual with her brother and a shaman cursing the reinstated Queen. After reading the history about her, I was so interested in the show more. Why? This show tells us how she became evil! You should watch it too! My dad watched an episode and I was explaining the history plus a lil of what he missed and my dad's comment was "I'm not surprised she turned evil". Seriously, the way others treat her. You would be evil too!

2. Mandate of Heaven

So, this show, I'm basically watching this since it's a period drama and Song Ji Hyo is acting in it. I read some comments on netizens criticising Ji Hyo but I couldn't see why when I watched this show. Her acting was not bad. What do netizens expect anyways? Anyways, this show hasn't really given me the addictive thing yet but I'm hoping it will soon! 

3. Tasty Road Trip

This show is a food documentary type of show. I watch this almost everyday I think. Every week, different hosts will go to different countries and try their food and all. Really interesting and nice! Not boring like some Food shows. I really like it. So far, I've only watched the Hawaii episodes, the South Africa episodes, Seychelles episodes, Thailand episodes, Taiwan episodes. I think? The Hawaii one was so very very very interesting! I plan to go there after watching this show!

4. Running Man

This is the number one variety show that even non Korean lovers would love this! Even my sis, who hates Korean dramas loves watching this! It's so hilarious & I can't think of anyone who hates this. Basically, they do missions and such but the whole process just seems so fun! I won't really explain much since everyone knows about this! I mean, who hasn't heard of Running Man?

5. Barefoot Friends

This is a new variety show! But I'm loving the first episode so far. The only turn-off for me would be that Eunhyuk from Super Junior is in it. I don't know why but I dislike his attitude and character. Other than that, I'm quite pleased with the casts. One thing for sure is that they kind of want to copy running man in the sense that they also have only one girl. Anyways, this show is about them going to different countries and completing tasks such as living the life of a local which is fun to watch since these people have never even been to these countries, let alone live lives of the locals. They need to earn their own money for food and also accommodation. 

6. Dream of the Emperor

And of course my favourite weekend drama, Dream of the Emperor! I blogged about this before. So, no additional info about this. :)

7. You are the best, Lee Soon Shin!

I started watching this since I really really admire IU. Hahaha! Did you know that she's like an inspiration to me? We are the same age but she's just so pretty and cute at the same time. She's a singer but this is her second time acting. truth be told, I didn't expect her acting to be so GOOD! Like seriously, her acting deserves 2 thumbs up! You should watch this! It's about Soon shin achieving her dreams to become an actress with the help of a famous Ceo of Gabi Entertainment, Shin Jun Ho. In this show, she's supposed to be a rather plain and boring girl who is overshadowed by her beautiful and successful sisters. She couldn't achieve anything and was even scammed by a conman. Everything changed when Shin Jun Ho made a bet with his ex girlfriend, Choi Yeona. The bet was that if he could turn Soon Shin who was a nobody to THE actress, Yeona would then join Junho's company. Then, you know, dramas here and there. Well, wanna know more? Watch this! :D

That's about it to Korean shows that I'm currently watching!

I also watch English TV series and all but that would be under another post!

Giveaway: Sparklychee's 110++ Followers Giveaway

Greetings!

Sparklychee is having a giveaway to celebrate having 110++ followers! Congratulations!

To join her giveaway, head over to http://sparklychee.blogspot.com/2013/05/giveaway-110-readers-thank-you.html

Here's a picture of the things you can win!

Giveaway: Tangerine Babi's 100++ Followers Giveaway

Greetings!

Nhi Nguyen is having a giveaway to celebrate gaining 100++ followers! Congrats girl!

To join her awesome giveaway, head over to  http://nhilovesbeauty.blogspot.com/2013/05/100-followers-favorites-thank-you.html

For a glimpse of what you can win, here's a picture from her blog:

Giveaway: Chermaine's First Giveaway!

Greetings!

Do you love Korean beauty products? Yes?

Then, why don't you take this chance and join Chermaine's very first Giveaway!

You may join her giveaway by clicking on this link: http://chermaineho.blogspot.com.au/2013/05/time-for-my-first-ever-giveaway.html

Below is a reblog from Chermaine's blog:

My first ever giveaway!

BY CHERMAINE HO | PUBLISHED TUESDAY, 14 MAY 2013

For the second time this year, I won Gmarket's top blogger award. Yay!!

I get 50,000Won to spend each time, and I thought that it'll be nice to share some of it with you guys. It's just a small thank you gesture for reading my blog. It means so much to me that there are people out there who are interested in what I have to say. (:

So enough of the mushy stuff, and let's see what you can win!

All the products together. I added in a few stuff that isn't from Gmarket but I think you guys will like.

First off, 4 different mask sheets. I personally love them all!

L to R: Innisfree It's Real Manuka Honey, Etude House Green Tea, Secret Key Snail + EGF Repairing mask pack (this is really really good!!), My Beauty Diary Black Pearl Mask

Next, a handheld mirror from Peripera because every girl needs a mirror in her purse all the time. (:

Samples! 

Innisfree Air Skin Fit BB Cream, Banila Co CC Cream, Skinfood Royal Honey Hydro Essence, Etude House Precious Mineral BBdation, and Benefit the POREfessional.

Full-size products

Peripera Pencil Liner pack, Lacvert Pure deep cleansing oil, Rimmel Match Perfection Bronzer

How the products look like inside. Don't worry! I ordered one each for myself too, so this are my opened products. The products that you win have never been taken out of the box. (:

I'm really excited about the pencil liners. The two lighter colours can be used to create "aegyo sal" or in English, "the cute skin under the eyes".

Basic information:

1. This giveaway is opened internationally.

2. If you are below 18 years old, please get consent from your parents as you wouldn't want them to get a shock when they see this parcel arriving at your doorstep.

3. There will only be one winner.

4. There are only two mandatory steps to join this giveaway, the rest are bonus points.

5. This giveaway is not in sponsored in any way. 

6. This giveaway will run for one month and will end on the 14th of Jun, 12am Melbourne time.

7. The winner will be contacted within 24hours after the giveaway ends. She will be given 72hours to reply to the email, if not a new winner will be chosen.

Review: klairs' Gentle Moist Aloe Gel

Greetings!

First, I would like to say that I won this from a giveaway by Utotia & Wishtrend and my review is 100% honest, like all my other reviews. 

Product Info:

Brand: klairs

Size: 100ml

Price: USD10.99

Where to buy: Wishtrend

Skin types: All or trouble skin type

Aditional Info: (taken from Wishtrend)

 Product Specifications

1. Sebum control & dead skin cell removal

The BHA remove dead skin cells and penetrate into pores to clean out unnecessary sebum to make smooth skin

2. Lemon extracts for smoother skin!

The lemon extracts control sebum secretion and provide whitening effects, while removing dead skin cells

3. The first step to healthy skin

Asiatic pennywort helps skin regenerate

4. Licorice & Houttuynia extract

These extracts help with troubled skin and skin calming

Step 1.

Set a good amount on palms

Step 2.

Apply on necessary area and absorb it. Then, wash your face afer 15 min.

* Use 1-2 times weekly

BHA

Removes dead skin cells

 Lemon Extract

Controls sebum secretion, contracts pores, moisturizing, whitening, trouble alleviation effects and dead skin cell removal

 Papaya Extract

The papain remove sebum, toxins and makeup

 Kava extract

Controls sebum secretion, skin calming & anti-inflammatory functions

 Asiatic Pennywort extract

Hinders activation of collagenase which accelerates collagen synthesis and cell reproduction to enhance overall skin regeneration

 Licorice Extract

Provides detoxing, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, skin calming, and whitening effects

 Houttuynia extract

Sterilizes with anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory effects and also helps with troubles for sensitive skin.

Packaging:

It doesn't come in a box. Just by itself. Sealed in plastic.

Notice the plastic seal?

The design is rather cute to me actually. It's simple yet cute!

Front view

As usual, the back part of most Korean products will not have English description.

Back view

This is how the cap looks like

Remember to open up the cap and tear this seal before using.

Size of product in my hand

Texture:

It feels like any other normal aloe vera gels. Transparent, no colour. 

note: will update on picture of the gel soon!

Below is how the gel looks like:

Notice that it really is just like any other aloe gels? Transparent & colourless!

Below is a picture of how the gel looks like once spread out: 

           

Let it remain as pictured above for about 15 minutes. It will then dry & that's when you should wash it off.

Scent:

Smells like aloe vera. 

Experience:

My first thought when I saw this was that it was just an ordinary Aloe vera gel. You know, the type people used as moisturiser? Until I read the info on how to use, this gel, you actually have to wash it off. And you are supposed to use it only 1-2 times a week unlike other aloe vera gel which well, supposed to use everyday if you are using it as a moisturiser. 

First usage:- I applied this gel on my face and left it for 15 minutes. After that, I washed it off. Felt a very refreshing feeling after washing it off. I think it really does calm down troubled skin. My pimples on my cheeks were acting up again since I'm having my period now. The pimples were kinda itchy. After using this, I didn't feel the itch anymore. 

Conclusion:

Definitely is for people with troubled skin! If you have pimples or your face feels itchy or red, use this. It helps!

Will I purchase? :

Maybe. I'm not too sure, this is pretty good and price is reasonable. But since it's not locally available here in Penang, this is the main reason why I said maybe. For those staying in Kuala Lumpur, you can always purchase klairs' products in Maxbeauty, Although I'm not too sure whether they have this. 

Note:
By the way, I have a 10% discount voucher for Wishtrend which can be used till end of May.
Condition:
minimum is 30 USD

So, if anyone is interested in shopping with Wishtrend and wants a 10% discount, email me at joubajoubawa@yahoo.com and I will gladly give you the code!

Snail Cream Craze

Greetings!

If you are into Korean skincare like I am, you will know about trends and craze and whatnot. So, for this post, I will talk about the very steady trend which is Snail Cream!

I knew about this for quite some time but it never caught my attention, that is, till a few days ago. 

I read Skin and tonic's blog and her post the other day is about an interview with the founder of W2beauty. I am pretty sure you have all heard about that site right?

So basically in that interview, there was her picture and her skincare routine. When I saw her picture, I could not believe that she faced acne problems before. Her skin is what you would call flawless!

So, I emailed her and ask her in detail on how to cure acne scars as you know, if you have been following my blog, well, you would know that I have uncountable acne scars.

She did not hesitate in recommending me the A'pieu Healing Snail Cream. It looks like this:

She said it worked for her. I immediately clicked in the link she gave.
http://w2beauty.com/en/a-pieu-cream/511-a-pieu-essential-source-snail-cream-w2beauty.html

Guess what? It was really pricey! One bottle of 50ml is about USD42. And that would be about RM113++. That is totally out of my budget. Not that i don't trust Alice. I do. It's just that the cream was just too expensive. And assuming it does work on me, I would then need to continuously purchase this cream which I plan to but my wallet would be left with a very very big hole.

So, I went on researching about this A'pieu snail cream, the ingredients and so on. And based on my findings, I try searching for similar products but cheaper ones of course.

I then found out about Mizon All in One Repair Snail Cream. I saw it on qoo10 before. It did catch my attention once but I wasn't into snail cream back then.



Now this one, I definitely can buy! It is priced at RM33.60 for a relatively large amount of 75ml!
That's a steal! especially since it has 92% of mucin which is definitely more than the A'pieu's snail cream!


I did come across another snail cream which is TEARS most snail recovery cream before I found Mizon's.

This one is priced at USD29.16 excluding postage. This one has 88% of mucin which again, has more percentage than that of the A'pieu. This one is 50ml.

I was actually considering this at first. I read somewhere that this brand was by Kwon Sang Woo.

Recognise him? I watched his latest drama which I absolutely LOVE!!! Title is King Of Ambition/ Queen of Ambition/ Yawang


Then, I found the Secret Key Snail + EGF Repairing gel Cream! 

This one is really cheap! It is 50g but the price is only USD4.92. I did consider this since I read many good reviews on the net about this! I was even considering getting the whole range which consist of cleanser, toner, essence, emulsion.

Well, that was all before I read Susie's blog.

After reading her post about her morning routine, I just had to follow her!

So, I would like to say the above different brands of snail cream were all part of my lil finding which is based on well, budget and availability.

There are so many other snail creams out there which I can't possibly post all here. So, yea. These are all really good, just depending on how much you are willing to splurge. Well, ok, now I'm lying. I don't know whether they are good or not but I did read reviews on them and the bloggers said that they are. So, personally, I can't confirm. But I will get the Mizon's one and I shall review it once I actually purchase it!

So, that's all for now!

Wishlist: May Beauty Wishlist

Greetings!

Here's to end of May!

I've been wanting to get these:

1.  Aveeno, Active Naturals, Positively Radiant, Brightening Cleanser

2. Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence

3. Mizon all in one snail repair cream




Am definitely going to purchase all the above by the end of the month!

If you were wondering why I suddenly want to buy these, it all started after I read Susie's blog. Check out this post of hers: http://susievibes.blogspot.com/2013/05/my-morning-skincare-routine-no-more.html

That's all for now!

Qoo10 Haul: Laneige Water Sleeping Pack

Greetings!

I'm pretty sure everyone has heard of qoo10 by now right? Especially is you are a fan of korean products!

They sell authentic yet unbelievably cheap products! You can't find a cheaper price elsewhere. ok, maybe you can but only very very few products are more expensive than elsewhere.

So, the other day, my mom was telling me that she wanted to buy Laneige's Water Sleeping Pack. She asked me to purchase for her since I was always going on and on and on about cheap Korean products online. She asked if it was cheaper than buying it in Parkson. I was like, hell yea!

So, I started searching for it on qoo10. To my amazement, they do sell it and what's better?

I found the packet version which I think is so so so so much better!

Why?

1. Because it is cheaper since they don't manufacture the glass bottle so you don't need to pay for the expensive bottle. 

2. you will know the appropriate amount to apply for one application.

3. It is so much more convenient to pack for vacation.

The amount in each packet is 4ml. If you buy 20 packets, it will be equivalent to one bottle. I bought 40, which is equivalent to 2 bottles. 

Guess how much was it?

I bought it at RM31.20 including free shipping.

Oh and even though the shipping was free, it was super super fast!

The seller shipped it out on the 13th of May, I got it on the 21st of May. Isn't that speedy for a free delivery?

Want to get korean products at a really good price?

Just head over to Qoo10 right this instance!

Review: Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser

Greetings!

First of all, I would like to say that I only use this in the winter which is when my skin is beyond dry!

So technically, Malaysia has no Winter but I discovered this cleanser when I was in Beijing.

Product Image ( taken from Cetaphil.com) : 

Product Info:

Name: Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser

Size: 1 Litre

Brand: Cetaphil

Price: RM70

Where to buy: Stay Well Pharmacy, Gurney Plaza
Sizes available: 2 fl oz =59.14ml  / 8 fl oz = 236.59ml / 16 fl oz= 473ml / 20 fl oz= 591.5ml
In Malaysia, the common sizes are the 8 fl oz and the 16 fl oz. I've never seen the 20 fl oz but I've definitely seen the 1 litre one which is pretty uncommon in Malaysia actually. I've only seen the 1 litre one in Gurney Plaza.

Additional info (taken from http://www.cetaphil.com/products/gentle-skin-cleanser) :

As gentle as it gets.

Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser is great for daily makeup removal. Originally formulated for dermatologists, this cleanser is gentle on your skin and sensitive to your skin’s needs. Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser will not strip the skin of natural protective oils or emollients, or disturb the skin’s natural pH balance. This dermatologist-recommended cleanser is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic. Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser is gentle enough for children, teens and adults.

Ingredients( reason to why it is so gentle!) :

Water, cetyl alcohol, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearyl alcohol, methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben.

Price:

And yes there is no typing error! It really is the cheapest cleanser ever! RM70 for a whooping 1 Litre! 

This is one product you should not buy in China though. It is beyond beyond expensive in China! Price of a small 200++ ml bottle is RMB115 if I'm not mistaken. That is like RM55 for a very very little amount!

Scent:

No distinctive scent or whatsoever. 

Texture:

Although this is a rather inappropriate statement but did you know that TED in the movie TED used Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser in the scene where he pumped it all over his face to impress his fellow colleague in the supermarket? Yup! That is exactly how this cleanser looks like.

This cleanser does not foam no matter how much you try to lather. So, don't bother.

Experience:

Back in December of 2012, I went to China and it was Winter. My skin became so dry it started peeling like crazy. My skin hurts really bad. I knew I had to get a really gentle cleanser! I was using the Biore Brightening one I think. I knew I had to stop using the Biore one. So, I went to Solana and took an extremely long time scanning through all the cleansers available. There were so many that it was hard. I saw Cetaphil. They displayed so MANY! Like seriously, I whole shelf full of Cetaphil. You will never see that sight ever in Malaysia. So, I grabbed one despite the price after my mom convinced me of course.

When I got back to the apartment, I use this Cetaphil cleanser in the evening as my new face wash! The very next day, my skin was no longer peeling and flakes could no longer be seen! I was impressed. Oh and this cleanser is so gentle that even when it gets in your eyes, it does not sting your eyes! That is how gentle it is!

This is seriously a cure for dry skin!

But I must say this, after using this, you won't feel the 'clean' effect like what some people like. I don't care about that so it wasn't a problem for me.

Conclusion:

Super gentle and works well on super dry skin! It stops the flaking and all.

Will I repurchase? :

Yes! But only during the winter. 

Giveaway: Utotia's Cherry Blossom Giveaway

Greetings!

I'm pretty sure you've all heard of facial mists right? It's that one thing that is still popular till now. 

Never heard of it or heard of it and love it alot? Then, here's your chance to win one right over at http://utotia.blogspot.com/2013/05/cheery-blossom-giveaway.html

Below is a reblog from Tia's blog:

Cheery Blossom Giveaway

Hello girls, I'm back with another giveaway again sponsored by loveliest hub of Korean beauty secrets!

This time the prize is Klairs Essential Facial Mist Cherry Blossom & Rose.

And good news is THERE WILL BE 3 WINNERS CHOSEN!

As usual this giveaway open internationally, so everyone please join!

[Klairs] Essential Facial Mist (Cherry Blossom & Rose)

Protect yourself from troubles with chrysanthemum, 

aloe vera extract and abundant moisture !

+ Skin calming & Irritation alleviation

+ Abundant moisture

+ Healthy skin

+ Energy to your skin 

WE ALSO RECOMMEND :

[Klairs] Essential Facial Mist (Olive Oil & Lemon Tree) 

Brand : Klairs

All Skin Type

Volume : 50ml

Made in Korea

Product specifications

 1. Skin calming & irritation alleviation

The chrysanthemum & retinispora extract help alleviate external sources of irritation

2. Abundant moisture

With saps extracted from retinispora, green tea, and Klair's Organic Complex, the mist not only helps calm the skin, but also provides ample amounts of moisture to the skin

3. Healthy skin

Contains a natural vitamin complex (A, B1, B2, B6, C, D, E, K, P) that provides lucid and healthy skin

4. Energy to your skin

The kava, asiatic pennywort extract permeate deep into the skin that revitalizes dull, droopy skin with sebum controlling functions

 How to use

1. Spray 2-3 times after cleansing or when the skin feels dry

 2. Tap to fully absorb

Chrysanthemun extract

Excellent for skin calming and revitalizing

 Retinispora extract

Reduces cortisol, a stress related hormone, to enhance skin immunity with anti-bacterial, calming, detoxing functions

 Kava extract

Controls sebum secretion, skin calming & anti-inflammatory functions

 Asiatic Pennywort extract

Hinders activation of collagenase which accelerates collagen synthesis and cell reproduction to enhance overall skin regeneration

 MSM

Helps remove SOD from the skin. Also provides functions such as sebum secretion, detox, anti-inflammatory, and sterilizing effects

 Sodium Hyaluronate

Protects skin barrier, Calms skin, Moisturizes, and provides skin elasticity