What I Found at #SMWorldOfBeauty

I remembered preparing for my Engagement Day (which is almost like preparing for a Wedding day).  I've decided to cut down cost by doing my own makeup and with that in mind, I've decided to go to a Beauty Store to purchase my own set of makeup.  That was year 2007 (same year I started my Blog).  

There wasn't much brand choices back then.

Fast forward to a decade, I am so happy how SM Beauty changed the way we beauty enthusiasts shop!  I can finally say, I have STOPPED online shopping for more than a year now because there are so many holy grail products I can literally see, touch and try at SM Beauty!

Do you like Asian makeup?
Brands like K-Palette, 4U2, Shiseido, Tony Moly, Etude House, Kate Tokyo, Holika Holika, Canmake Tokyo made its' way to our shores!  Here are just some of my picks.

Nuxe Micellar Cleansing Water with Rose Petals Review

Cleansing is as important as applying skincare, that is one rule I live by for the past years!  And recently, I'm super dependent on Micellar Water because they are perfect for our weather, non-greasy yet non-drying, and most of the time, THEY WORK!  

Recently, I've discovered a Micellar Water made for sensitive skin, because if you have sensitive skin, you know you only have a few choices to go for!

The NUXE Micellar Cleansing Water with Rose Petals makes me feel like I'm also having a "spa" in every makeup removal.  The question is, does it go beyond just being "rosey"?

NUXE is actually created with a Parisian Woman's beauty routine in mind!  Cleansing at the end of the day that removes all traces of make-up and impurities for the eyes and face in ONE single step and no need to rinse.  Most importantly, this step must be non-drying and has a relaxing scent.  And that creation comes in a gorgeous rose pink bottle that looks like THIS...

Nuxe Micellar Cleansing Water with Rose Petals Says ---
For sensitive skin and all skin types.

This purifying micellar cleansing water with Rose Petals removes make-up from face and eyes.
A 3-in-1 product, it cleanses, purifies and softens. Leaves skin clean, soft and comfortable.

Is micellar cleansing water suitable for me ? This gentle cleanser respects the pH Balance of your skin so all skin types can benefit from it.

What to Expect: Project Vanity's Wanderlust Kit

Do you still remember my first Project Vanity Girl Boss Glam KIT which I "unboxed" for you guys?  Guess what?  I got the 2nd most-sought-after Wanderlust KIT!  Thanks Liz for sending this to me!  

I am so happy Liz and her team went ahead for a second KIT because the first one is amazing and I can't wait to show you how wonderful the Wanderlust KIT is!

Project Vanity Wanderlust Kit

(Php1,450.00)

This Kit is curated with the traveler in mind!  And trust me, this is indeed a perfect, all-you-need kit when you travel!  Whether locally or internationally!

Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm Petunia

A gorgeous tinted lip balm for those who have sensitive lips!  Made with 100% natural ingredients, I've been very dependent on these during my breastfeeding days and still do until today.

Nuxe First Wrinkles Smoothing Eye Contour Cream and Wrinkles Smoothing Cream Review

I am a self-confessed "turtle" when it comes to skincare products review.  I admit, I take too long of a time to review them because of so many reasons!  But the main ones are ---

• My skin is sensitive, I just can't switch from one skincare products to another.
• I felt bad not using up the current skincare products I'm using.
• The current skincare products work so well on me I just don't have the heart to switch.

Anyone of you feels the same?

Well, until I got 2 products from the Creme Nirvanesque Range called the Nuxe 1st Wrinkles Smoothing Cream and Eye Contour Cream.  It must be the simple and straightforward packaging plus easy-to-read ingredients list that made me go: "Why not give it a shot?"

I'm glad I did because these 2 age-defying products are also perfect as make up base!  I tote these 2 along with me inside my KIT for clients to use too!

Both products are for wrinkle-care!  So it's not too early or late to start using anti-aging products girls!

As we all know, the cause of wrinkles are stress, dehydration and lack of sleep.  There could be some other contributing factors like genetics (I won't get into details on that) but for me, as a mom-always-on-the-go, it is all the top 3 reasons mentioned above that is starting to make me look like my age!  (Oh no talaga! I can see some lines na! Boo hoo!)

Nuxe Rêve de Miel Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm Review

So a regular lip balm sometimes won't make the cut!  My lips are extremely dry I'm almost at the stage of giving up (drama)!  As much as I love my Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream, I have to admit, the scent isn't meant for the lips!  So there are days I'll find myself giving an excuse not to apply lip balm and go straight to bed!  And obviously, wake up with drier lips than the night before. 

Then came Nuxe  Rêve de Miel Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm!  I haven't heard or read much reviews about it so I told myself I had to do it!  Once I twist open the cap and tested the consistency, I knew this is one promising lip balm and I had to share my review ASAP.

 

Nuxe Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm Says ---

This best-selling lip balm with Honey and precious oils is highly concentrated in ingredients that help to nourish, repair, soothe and protect even the driest and damaged lips.

Thanks to its unique texture and subtle taste of refreshing grapefruit, it really is a beauty must have.
At least 79,5% of the lip balm ingredients are natural, Paraben free formula to pamper your lips with high quality care.
Rêve de Miel® lip balm Star ingredients : Honey, Vitamin E.

Nuxe for the Face and Body

When Nuxe was officially launched in the Philippines last year, I had my skin analyzed and I was told the best product for me to use is the Nuxellence Detox, which is from their anti-aging care line.  It works best as a night serum to be applied before a night cream!

I have used this for more than a month before I started finishing my old serums (not because I don't like this product but because I dislike wasting product so I had to finish my 2nd bottle of Shiseido Ultimune). 

The texture of this serum is amazing!  Super lightweight and it gets absorbed into the skin almost no time so I can immediately follow up with my favorite night cream!  It doesn't hurt that it comes with a nice floral scent making it easier for me to doze off!

Then the next product I tried from them is the NUXE Lotion Tonique Douce or as simple as a Gentle Toning Lotion!  We all know gone in the past when toners are alcohol base and strips off our skin's natural oil!  With this one from NUXE, it hydrates my skin making it soft and smooth ready to accept the next skin care product to be applied on my face!  What I like about this product is that, it smells great, non-greasy and works even for sensitive skin --- because I have sensitive skin and so far, I did not suffer from any allergic reactions.

Simple Beauty Hacks That Makes a Difference!

Today, I will be sharing some beauty items that I recently discovered!  Items you've probably seen in stores or online but never thought of including them in your life.  But once you did, you may not let go...

Now that sounds like a #hugot song!

For the Hair

Whenever I visit a Zenutrients booth, I always go for their scented products, all thanks to Sampleroom I get to try this Gugo Strengthening Hair Serum.  I may not have thinning hair issues but I have a lot of hair fall especially the past few months were stress is really taking a toll!

What I usually do is just massage a small amount of this into the scalp evening before I go to bed and wash off the next morning!  It took around a week or two to see a huge difference on less hair fall!

Php499.00 per 40ml bottle

Rustan's Beauty Addict Season 3: Beauty Neon

Beauty Neon Gives Back With Season 3 of #RustansBeautyAddict .  It was my third year and I am so happy to say, I've been to all 3 because I really like the idea of how beauty can really give back! (Read about Season 1 HERE, Season 2 HERE)

This year, the theme is "Beauty Addict: Neon".  A retro-themed party that took neon inspiration from the 80s and as usual, I went for fun and games and meet the people behind the brand!  It was great catching up with some of the brand people whom I haven't seen for quite some time.

NUXE Launches in Manila

So I felt like I was transported to Paris, France one Thursday afternoon.
I attended the launch of NUXE Paris in Manila Peninsula.

 

As always, before attending the event, I did a little bit of research myself and learned NUXE was born year 1991 by young entrepreneur Aliza Jabes.  The story is closed to my heart because Aliza created NUXE's first product at the time she was expecting her first son.  She created Huile Prodigieuse (NUXE's Star Product) --- this is the first multi-purpose product designed to take care of all the beauty needs.  This is an oil that can help nourish, repair and soften the face, body and hair!