Belo Essentials Night Therapy Whitening Cream and Whitening Lotion SPF 15 with Dermlight Skin System Review

Since I got super tanned from my sembreak vacation and several degrees away from my natural color, I went ahead and bought the Belo Essentials Night Therapy Whitening Cream. As mentioned in a past entry, I've already tried using it (I usually buy whitening products for maintenance) in its small form, so now I tried the tub form!

This is affordable, this I got for only P125, and has 50g of product.
What Belo says:

This moisturizing night cream is specifically infused with our unique Dermlight Skin System that naturally lightens skin and fruit extracts that makes skin feel soft and smooth.

Reduces skin darkening by inhibiting tyrosinase, which leads to melanin build-up. This ensures faster, more visible whitening results.

A blend of fruit extracts from apricot, palm tree and rose hips which contains 20 times more Vitamin C than citrus fruits that hydrates skin and inhibits the formation of free radicals which can cause premature skin aging. 

Contains Pentavitin and skin vitamins for overnight moisture and skin radiance. Also with Chamomile extract that soothes and protects skin from irritation. 

I also thought that the cream is VERY HYGIENIC, it has its own spatula and separate cover:

 

The directions for using this involves using the spatula to scoop the desired amount for your face and neck.

I am also fond of using the Belo Essentials Whitening Lotion SPF 15 with Dermlight Skin System:

I like using this better than the SkinWhite lotions, because the latter has a sticky and gummy feel while the former doesn't. This glides on the skin better and is easier to squeeze out of its bottle.
What Belo says:

With reinforced sunscreen that protects skin from harmful UV rays, this body lotion lightens your skin naturally and safely with its Dermlight Skin System - a combination of alpine plant extracts, California prune fruit pulp, and skin vitamins.

With sunscreen that shields skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Reduces skin darkening by inhibiting tyrosinase, which leads to melanin build-up. This ensures faster, more visible whitening results.

With Pentavitin that provides longer lasting moisture. Chamomile extracts soothes skin and shields it from irritation.

The ultimate question has to be whether these actually help whiten me or not. Yes, the Belo Essentials whitening line does work because prior to my ultra-tanned days, the cream helped lighten the dark spots on my face and on my arms. This has to be the best, affordable whitening product for me.

Tried any whitening products? What's the best for you?

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KOOLFEVER: A Super Gem Find!

I know I keep raving about some cool cheap stuff I see that's so good for everyday use that I wanted to open up a section here in the blog about SUPER GEM FINDS! Super gem finds are just that--products I see around which prove to be incredibly useful and helpful to me. And by sharing them with you guys, hopefully you also find them as great as I do.

My first SUPER GEM FIND is Kobayashi Kool Fever, which is a cooling gel sheet that's imported from Japan. Our lovely Japanese neighbors thought up of this not only for those who have fever or headaches, but also for those who feel sleepless, have toothaches, or feel discomfort from too much warmth in the body.

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Products I'm Trying Now: AKA Products You'll Be Expecting a Review About

Hi everyone! I know I've been MIA lately and I AM SO SORRY! Midterms were so tough, I felt like I was going to die, but now its all over so I can finally update this thing and keep you guys posted on what reviews I'll be making soon.

I'm really excited about this next batch because there are so many new things out there that I just want to try them all! Siiigh, if only money was not an option, but of course I just chose the few things that caught my eye and tried as much as possible to BUY FILIPINO!
So here are the newly-bought products:

1) Pond's Pure White Deep Cleansing Facial Foam

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SunCoast's Lightwater: Flavorless Water with the Goodies?

I was browsing the nearest 7-11 to my office this morning and was about to reach for my usual Vitwater Trim, when THIS bottle caught my eye.

This is SunCoast's Light Water. Yes just in case you are wondering, its a local brand. For only Php23, I thought it was a considerably large bottle (650ml) and so I bought it.

Taste? Nothing special. Its basically water with cute packaging. But as the back of its bottle says, they packed the water with electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium and calcium, removing the sodium (aka salt) while they were at it. The bottle also says that it would improve your skin tone (nothing about slimming effects though...siiiiigh) and would deeply hydrate your body.

I've always wondered what the big deal was with these water drinks and ordinary water. I mean I'm always content drinking just water, I'm not the type who needs flavor for water. I MEAN IT'S WATER! WHAT ELSE DO YOU HAVE TO DO TO IT?

But from the reviews I've read, I've heard that this helps cure hydration problems so we'll see! Since its priced just like water, there's no harm in trying it out, right? I've only drank around half of the bottle and its okay. Compared to Vitwater which still feels a bit like juice, this is definitely water. So for those who like water that tastes like water but has vitamins, take a gulp of this instead.

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SkinWhite Whitening Hand and Body Lotion

I love checking out products made by Filipinos, and I particularly love to scour around HBC (Health & Beauty Exclusives) looking for cheap thrills for just about anything. When I wanted my hair to be a shade lighter, I turned to Kolours (made by the wonderful Splash Corp) because my friend told me that their colors are vibrant and definitely less pricier than the usual home colors. Results were good so I never turn down an opportunity to try out any of their products.

Today I turned to SkinWhite, because I saw a couple of ladies in a supermarket getting this product as their lotion of choice so I said, why not try it out?
Their Whitening Hand and Body Lotion is available in 4 variants: Cooling, Classic SPF 10, Classic SPF 20, and Ultra-Hydrating.  I got the Cooling one since its summer. That's the 1st bottle in the picture.
Bottle says: 
Rich creamy formulation 
Promotes fairer, whiter, more vibrant, healthy glowing skin in as early as 2 weeks.
SPF protects skin from sun-damage caused by prolonged sun exposure.
Dermatologist Tested Safe and Effective

When I initially applied it on my skin, it has a compact texture and you need to squeeze a medium amount to cover an entire arm. It contained some microbeads which I guess is the "cooling" part, and I did feel more refreshed than usual after taking a shower. I like the smell, I keep smelling myself until now haha. Though it says NON-GREASY FORMULA on the bottle, it felt a bit gummy on my hands. But it disappeared after a few minutes when the lotion was absorbed.
As for the whitening, I'm not sure how great I am to review whitening products, since I'm fair-skinned, and I bought this to maintain my color because I already use a whitening product for my face so I wanted to also use one for my body. But we'll see if I get any whiter in a few days! (Note: the girls I saw purchasing this were morenas, so maybe it does work for them)
SkinWhite Hand and Body Whitening Lotion (100ml) costs PHP72.75 in HBC stores and other supermarkets. Available in 50ml, 100ml, 200ml and 350ml bottles.


Yes I will possibly re-purchase! I really like how the lotion smells--can you say I'm already obsessed with it?

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August-September Make-Up Haul!

I promised to do monthly make-up hauls, but this time around it's a bi-monthly one since I waited around for my birthday to get my hands on what I loved!!! So here are the new products I've been trying out:

1) The Face Shop Touch & Shine Dual Eye Color in Silver Navy

My friends gave me this eyeliner/eyeshadow stick for my birthday! The colors are very shimmery, and the stick is actually easy to maneuver. Not a big fan of the eyeliner side though because in 1 single swipe, it smudges and gets removed. The silver shadow side took me around 4 swipes to make the color pop out of my eye.

Very very good for beginners who are still trying to work their way around using an eyeliner as well as for girls who are not fussy with their eyeshadow (who is definitely not me haha). The color isn't that pigmented so you do need to use several strokes to get the color on your lid.

Costs around PHP300-400.

Oh ew I just looked back at the picture of my eyes and please just ignore the dark circles under them. I literally just applied the product on without any concealer, foundation or primer.

2) in2it Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

My aunt was the one who recommended this liquid eyeliner to me, because I was looking for the next one I would use. As I said before, I'm not a big fan of expensive make-up products, and IN2IT is a cheap make-up line but with great quality.

I think they're having a sale right now in PCX, Powerplant. But anyway I tried this one and it had good results. The pen is easy to control (since I don't like the wand variety), and the color comes on well.

This isn't extremely long-lasting though, the color fades around 4 hours after application, which is okay for me because I prefer to touch it up whenever I can. Costs PHP350-400.

Had to check if it could handle my "2ne1" eye make-up that I use everyday. And it could!

The 3rd one I bought this month was the MAC Blot Pressed Powder, but since I already gave a review about it, I won't be including it on the list anymore.

4) Coastal Scents 88 Ultra Shimmer Eye Palette

I seriously don't know why it took me so long to put this in make-up haul post. I've had this palette for around 2 months now. If you look in YouTube, there are so many gurus creating art on their faces using the CS eye palettes, and there so many people also making reviews about it. I couldn't help myself, I just had to get it!

So it comes in different forms, there is the matte or the shimmer variety. It comes in 88 gorgeous colors, and I'm warning you, the ultra shimmer is really...shimmery! But it doesn't make you think immediately of sequins and feathers. What I like about it is that it's highly pigmented, which it should be because the pots are only around as big as a 25-centavo coin.

But it's such a bargain to get especially if you want to experiment with a lot of colors. I was able to get this for PHP1450 from Nikki, who is easy to talk to regarding her wares. 

One foundation I've been wanting to try out is the Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation, which is luckily already available here in the Philippines! They already have a store in Trinoma. Its a dual foundation because it can also be used as a concealer.

I'll be making sure to get my hands on it after I use up mine. I was excited on hearing that Laneige is already here because the beautiful Song Hye Kyo (the girl from Full House if you guys didn't know) is endorsing it.

Oh I wanted to ask if you guys like the new style, with pictures of me trying out the make-up hauls I buy. I thought it would add a personal touch to the way the products were presented, hence the pictures. The pictures aren't extremely HQ as well, so I apologize for that.

Also, I wanted to have product give-aways if ever it comes to the point that there will be more readers. Just thought it would be fun to spread the great finds I get!

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PT Reviews: Garnier Lightening Peel-Off Mask: Taking It All Off

Hello everyone! It's back to work for me on this blog since it has been declared that there are no classes for ALL LEVELS until Saturday. I've been volunteering in different areas whenever I can and it has been refreshing to see so many young people willing to spend their time helping out their fellowmen instead of jetting off to spend the longest week out of town.:)

Anyway I tried a new face mask today, because I saw this product featured in the Cosmo Beauty Awards. I have to admit I was hesitant to try out any Garnier product because their endorser is KC Concepcion (who irks me to death). Also, I tried their haircolor once and it irritated my eyes so much I was crying in the shower when it was time to rinse it off. 

This is called the Garnier Lightening Peel-Off Mask, and it promises you that it shall instantly illuminate your complexion. The package says you can use it for 2 applications and all you have to do is spread a thin layer across your face and wait for around 15 mins until it dries up. Then you remove it, voila! Instant illumination!

I have to say that this mask for me works better than the St. Ives Hydroxy Mask that I used before. I like it's lemon scent and my face visibly brightened up after I used it (I swear it really did!). It caused a bit of itchiness on the left side of my check for a few seconds after I removed it but it's already gone. I look less tired and definitely fresher.

I recommend this mask for everyone because it only costs PHP49.:)

Btw I've found out that you can actually use this for around 6 applications, because you don't need a huge amount of the product to cover your entire face. So it really is super sulit!

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Blotting Oil Out of Your Fez: MAC Blot Pressed Powder

I call this product my little "miracle worker", because it does amazing wonders for me who has extremely oily skin!
My derma used to tell me that having oily skin was a blessing because it means that I would get my share of wrinkles later on than most people would. But that doesn't change the fact that I look extremely shiny in pictures!

I discovered this product when I went to the newly opened MAC in Rockwell together with my friend Lamb. It costs PHP1200, and I bought it as birthday gift for myself because I'm not really a fan of expensive make-up products (although Nars and MAC are the exception to the rule!).

Description of the product says that the powder sets and finishes your face. What absorbs the oil are the key ingredients of Silica and Mica. The color descriptions are somehow misleading though, because my shade was actually Medium-Dark when as you've seen, my skin is fair. Before choosing your color, test it first! Although it comes on sheer and is not noticeable, I'm not that sure what it's effect will be on other skin colors.

What I love about the product is that you can use it for frequent touch-ups during the day and it's not noticeable that you've layered something on--aside from the fact that the oil magically disappears from your T-zone. Believe me, I know, because oil blotting papers do not work on me!

Also, it comes in a nice, professional-looking case that's easy to bring in your handbag. I don't like the powder puff that comes with it, better if you use a brush to apply it on your face.
Fun tip: Did you know that MAC stands for Make-up Art Cosmetics?:)

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Ginebra in a Shot!

Whoever said you couldn't get your daily fix of alcohol in an easy quick-tear foil pack?

Ginebra San Miguel of course will never ever let you get through the day without having your fix. They now introduce us to handy dandy packet. Be careful though, you might mistake it for vinegar and use it as your daily partner for your salted fish.

Good luck to the Blue Eagles on their game against the Green Archers tomorrow!:D

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The Battle of the Eye Make-Up Removers

While I was scouring the racks of one of my favorite health and beauty stores (PCX), it suddenly occurred to me that due to my fascination with eye make-up, I have been constantly using up so many bottles of eye make-up removers! It's insane how much I've used in 2 years (gone through 3 bottles go figure). But fact is fact: we have to take care of our skin especially around the eye area so as not to get pre-mature wrinkles. If we wear make-up everyday, we have to take it off the moment we can, with the help of a few tools.
I now present the BATTLE OF THE EYE MAKE-UP REMOVERS! Sorry I couldn't think of a better title for this. Yes, I am aware of how lame that sounds.
I'll be starting from the cheapest thing you can use to the department store ones and let you think for yourself whether having an expensive eye make-up remover makes a difference or not. Also, I use waterproof gel eye-liner which is why I need something that can remove waterproof make-up immediately.
1)  Johnson's Baby Oil
Price: PHP29.50

Description: Cheapest item of the bunch. Yes you can use baby oil to remove your eye make-up. Can be used for other things as well (in other words, multi-functional!)

Like it/Love it? LIKE IT. For the price, the baby oil does the trick. Removes the waterproof mascara plus the eyeliner. I only had to go through it twice with a cotton pad to take everything off. Eye area feels soft after it dries up.
Cons: Feels really oily (duh it's BABY OIL what did I expect) afterwards, but it doesn't sting the eye at all.
2) L'oreal Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover
Price: PHP395.50

Description: Big jump in terms of price from the baby oil, but its a drugstore brand so it must be more affordable. Most recent buy for me, removed everything in one single swipe! I was surprised at how everything came off immediately. It's a pretty big bottle.

Like it/Love it? LOVE IT. Though as compared to the baby oil, this one left my eye area feeling a bit on the dry side, but that can be remedied if you use Pond's cold cream after (which I do).
Cons: Just the dry area comment, but other than that, none!
3) Almay Eye Make-up Remover Pads
Price: around PHP450?

Description: Honestly I have yet to see this anywhere in Manila, but I was able to try it while I was in New Jersey and I loved it!

Like it/Love it? LOVE IT. It's very very handy, no need to use other cotton pads because it has it's own! The pad feels soft, but you might have to swipe a few times around your eye area to remove everything. Oil-free!
Cons: The pads are very thin, which is why you can't exactly use the front and back side of it. You'll use it up within a 2 weeks to a month.
4) Bloom Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover
Price: around PHP1,000

Description: Available in Beauty Bar, I only purchased this because it was 50% OFF so it was only for around PHP450 when I did. The bottle's quite big and looks really girly.

Like it/Love it? Like it. On my first use, it kinda stung my eye. But afterwards it got better. A little goes a long way for this, just put a small amount in your cotton ball and gently press on your eye area.
Cons: Has a tendency to dry up, I don't know why. It's as if it evaporates!
5) Estee Lauder Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover
Price: around PHP2,500

Description: Small bottle, looks really classy. Looks something your mom would use! 

Like it/Love it? Like it. It removes everything! But I personally would not buy it for the price because it's so small even if it's cheap. But I do encourage everyone to try it because of course, it's still Estee Lauder.
Cons: The product description in their website states that it "[s]weeps away without leaving any oily residue—so you can reapply eye makeup immediately after use." Untrue though, because I have to wait a few minutes to let the residue get absorbed until I can put eye make-up on again.

These 5 eye makeup removers are only a few of those out in the market, of course I haven't tried everything there is to try! All are very very helpful if you want to remove your eye makeup easily without the hassle. But, I think we can all conclude that price does not affect the performance of the product, right?


Sorry for the long entry, this will probably be my last entry before my midterms start on Saturday, so I will be out of the loop for around 2 weeks.:D

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My Top Facial Care Needs

I am a firm believer in word-of-mouth opinions about beauty products, so right now I want to contribute to this trend by sharing what I always put on my face. Yes, these have been tested by my own oily-faced self, therefore the list leans towards those who have the same skin as I do.

The products here are actually drugstore brands, since I'm a really cheap person when it comes to everyday use things.

1) Pond's Cold Cream

My "cure-all". I swear I have been using this thing every since I could hold a make-up brush. It has been a part of my cleansing regimen since time immemorial because it does remove everything on your face (ok not to the extent of the waterproof eyeliner, but it does its best)! I also like the fact that it does not leave your skin all dry and rough after taking away your make-up. I like getting the variant which has the lemon extract on it because I like anything that smells citrusy.

2) Clean & Clear Morning Burst Shine Control Facial Scrub

I discovered this facial scrub on my recent trip to the US and it has definitely changed my skin for the better. I always prefer using a scrub over a cleanser because my skin is so oily! I got instant results, my face actually shines less in pictures even without make-up. Seriously! I also love how it smells, since it has lemongrass and fruit extracts. It definitely perks me up in the morning, and believe me, I do need that.

3) Pond's Oil Control Toner

I unfortunately do not have a picture of this, but its easily available in supermarkets so I'm sure you guys will not have a hard time finding it. It comes in a blue bottle. This also absorbs all the oils retained in my face after washing, very gentle, doesn't leave my skin any harsh effects at all. (I also use its facial cleanser counterpart when I don't have the Clean & Clear)

4) Pond’s White Beauty Pinkish-White Glow Visible Lightening Lotion

Were you guys aware that the reason that the Pond's Pinkish White Beauty has a cream and lotion variants was because it catered to different types of skin? I honestly didn't, until I asked the saleslady at Landmark. The lotion is actually for oily skin while the cream is for normal to dry skin. I use this particularly and it doesn't feel heavy on my skin. It made my skin clear up in just a matter of weeks, and I received "glowing" comments from people. No kidding!

Anyway those are the top 4 products that I use on a daily basis. Care to share yours?

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Fit 'n Right Your Way to Spill Syrup on Your Clothes

So these Del Monte Fit 'n Right Fruit Snacks encourage you to snack healthy. Me, an avid snacker, just had to see if these are the right fit for me. A trip to the supermarket was what got me into buying one of these, specifically the Mixed Fruits variant.

It comes in this small container which already has a small spork inside (something about sporks irk me for some reason). That means that the fruit snack is giving you an impression that it's suppose to be convenient to eat when you're on-the-go.
Sure enough, I opened the packet and much to my chagrin, the syrup splashed onto my white dress. There's just too much freaking syrup!!! It goes all over the place even if you're super careful in sliding off the cover (which I was).

I'm an avid lover of fruits. Particularly bananas, strawberries, oranges, grapes, pineapples, I do eat them. The fruits inside were too bite-sized, probably because they had to fit inside the itty bitty spork they provide you with. All in all, the taste is around 7.5/10 (meaning OK NA), they just have to do something about the syrup. For health-buffs, this might probably make them stay away from the product because its like the fruit is literally submerged in syrup.

But I do encourage you guys to try it. I loved the drink variant of this but the fruit snack, hmmm maybe not as much.

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Make-up Haul for July!

Here in Pinay Glamourista, I'll be featuring some nice make-up finds that I've purchased and have been using. This will be a monthly thing so I hope I'll be able to come up with nice and affordable stuff that would encourage everyone reading this to try them out!

1) Revlon Beyond Natural Concealer and Highlighter
What I love about this concealer is that it comes with its own highlighter to keep your face looking interesting. Interesting in a dewy, youthful way! This comes in 3 shades, light, light-medium, and medium, so you do not have to worry about your skin tone not matching your concealer. A tip though is that you should get a concealer that's a bit lighter than your skin because it is meant to conceal. I suggest that you test all 3 shades on your skin before buying, don't just listen to what the saleslady is telling you. This costs around PHP700, which I bought at PCX.

2) Red Earth Eye Perfection Primer
Yes you do need an eye primer, and it's not just an extravagance. Using an eye primer is to let your eyeshadow stick more onto your skin, because the color has to have something to cling onto. You get to use less eyeshadow that way, which is best for me because I always go through my favorite colors easily. I've been wanting to get an eye primer since time immemorial, it was only now that I decided to buy one. So far, its great! The compact has a mirror so it's handy. I bought this for around PHP900, at Beauty Bar.

3) The Body Shop Hot Brights Eye Color
Part of The Body Shop's summer collection, they were only selling these for PHP495 and I knew I had to get my hands on one. I bought the one above, because the blue has a really funky shade that comes on a bit lighter than I expected. Still, the color is great and the white above it can be used as a highlighter perfect for the inner corners of your eyes to make them look bigger.

4) The Body Shop's Eye Color in Slate
This eyeshadow is The Body Shop's staple eye color, and the shades look nice and vibrant. A little goes a long way for these babies, so I bought the shade you can see below so I could do different varieties of smokey eye. Yes there are different varieties, you can pump up your smokey eyes by fusing different colors such as blue, green, or even orange to give it a little something extra. The color blends well with other eyeshadows, and it's nice to have a darker shade you can go to just in case you have absolutely no idea on how to do your nighttime make-up. This one retails for around PHP550.

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Saving Skills 101: Nails

Most have asked me where I get my nails done, and my usual answer is, "I did it myself!"This definitely surprises most, as my friend said, "Ba't ang linis!?" The answer? A cotton bud and a nail polish remover always within my reach.

While assessing my expenses devoted to aesthetic purposes (i.e. beautifying myself), I found that the most frequent purchase was a trip to a nail salon to get my nails done. Blame it on the lush interiors of Dashing Diva's Powerplant branch. I always found it extremely comforting to just sit back and let the ladies do their work after a tiring day in school. Unfortunately each one of those sessions cost more than 500 bucks, since my feet need to have their time being comforted as well.

I took it upon myself to start saving up on the little things, such as this expense.I don't know if its just me who feels absolutely comforted when she sees her nails a nice pearly pink or a brilliant bright blue. Nail colors nowadays are so cute and they give you that extra piece of happiness when you need it.

What am I suggesting? Learn to do your own nails! You'll be surprised to see how quickly you'll be coloring inside your nails and not beyond them. Just think, you spend around Php400 just on your hands, when you can buy a bottle of your favorite color around that price. And this bottle will last you for a really long time. I usually share my nail polish with the members of my household so its bound to be fully used.

I fully recommend getting the Caronia Princess French Tip set which retails for less than Php100. It already has 3 shades inside and it gives the classic french tip a sparkly touch. For those who want to invest, there's the usual O.P.I. shades (get the Pretty and Privileged shade from the 90210 set!) and the always brilliant China Glaze. The latter smells a bit funny though, don't  say I didn't warn you.

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Vitamin EEEEE!!!

Being a law school student, I am typically confronted with late-night studying sessions which is naturally equal to having haggard and tired-looking skin. Don't get me wrong, I don't get acne-fied or anything as bad as that. Through the past year, my skin has lost its glow (I think this started way back in college when I started taking studying seriously).

So I turned to my trusty friend and found out that she's drinking Vitamin E capsules everyday. My friend has incredibly healthy skin and it never shows that she's been up late cramming the readings. Then and there I decided to take these vitamins because as a non-health buff, I only get a daily dose of Vitamin C because my dad prods me to take it.

The product of choice this time is MYRA 300-E, which gets constantly advertised by the ethereally beautiful Dawn Zulueta. I've read in reviews that other women have tried this and it gave them good results. I'll be recording my results per month to see if it will give me any benefits at all. Hopefully it will, because vitamins are pricey these days!

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Keeping Hair Healthy Part 1

A lot of Filipinas have a constant problem of frizz in their hair, due to the outpouring of humidity we experience everyday.There are also so many women who have yet to reach the prime of their lives, but have thinning hair at the top of their heads. The solution? Its just using your shampoo and conditioner the right way and finding the right products for what your hair needs.
I love coloring my hair using a home coloring kit (this is usually Revlon Colorsilk because its the cheapest foreign brand available here but more on that for future posts), therefore the color doesn't last as long as salon color does. Give it around 4 weeks and the strands start becoming dull. To brighten and get as much as I can from my color, I use a shampoo and conditioner especially made for colored hair, specifically Redken Color Extend. I got these 2 babies in a trip to the US and they have certainly extended my color as the bottle promised.
What's the lesson here? Get the proper hair product according to your type! Yes, sometimes it may take a bit out of your pocket but the thing is, healthy hair is a great investment as opposed to taking constant trips to the salon having your hair rebonded or chemically
manipulated which may damage it more. Remember, invest in a good, go-to product that you trust in times of rescession!
Frizzy? Go for a hydrating solution. Try Sebastian Drench (love the name!) which not only tames your frizzes, but is also color-safe. If you want something more practical, go for Herbal Essences' Hydralicious. It has a specific shampoo that hydrates specific areas of your hair OR for those with thin hair, comes as non-heavy, OR, reconditions. Talk about real customization! It also smells heavenly and is so cute to look at as opposed to the beauty salon products. These Herbal Essences products also have little trivias at the back which makes it a little more entertaining than your ordinary shampoo and conditioner.
I'll be writing soon about other recommended hair products for those with thin hair, and for those who have curly thick hair. Stay posted!

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