MY ON-FLIGHT BEAUTY ROUTINE

Have you experience dry and dehydrated skin? and turned into rash skin when you are travelling in long hours? I did! omo! you have no ideas how much skincare that I have to use just to get my skin to calm the f**ok down. 

Then I have to bear not wearing any makeup at all when I travel. Saying good bye to pretty travelling selfie, I look extremely ready to sleep in the plane, hahaha! If you are having the same experience, then below tips will be useful for you. I have discover the solution for this and I share down below ✌

WHY THE SKIN CONDITION CHANGES DURING TRAVEL?

I notice as I travel abroad quite often that it is not necessary to put on your best makeup since on the airplanes, the skin will become dry. The airplane condition is humid. It also increase our dehydration level. It is very much recommended to drink more water.

WHAT SKINCARE ROUTINE THAT I DO?

FOR LESS THAN 5 HOURS FLIGHT

MAKEUP 

I either use sheer or no makeup at all. For sheer makeup, I use Bobbi Brown tinted moisturiser SPF 15 with BenNye setting powder and lip color balm from Lipstick Queen. Best makeup is actually without setting powder and use cream blush to make illuminating and glowing effect, so the skin appear less dehydrated and it also keep your face looking brightfull.

I personally like to use Bell Cosmetics Hypoallergenic cream stick blush, I can adjust the it around my face and make it look like a natural looking blush. The color which have glistening effect like a highlighter will create a luminous makeup look.

SKINCARE

I will put HADALABO Gokuykjun sheetmask on my bag. At night, I will use Senka Sheetmask and layering my skin with Hydrating cream in the next morning with face oils. After back to the hotel, I will put my sheetmask again to prevent my skin from breaking out due to the dehydration.

FOR MORE THAN 5 HOUR FLIGHT

MAKEUP 

I will not be putting any makeup and avoid using thick foundation for this flight since I plan to do my skincare routine on the plane.

SKINCARE 

Cleansing oil or Micellar before doing my routine, then I use my sheetmask after that I apply my essence, layering with hydrating cream, eyecream/serum and face oils. This routine stick for 6 hour straight. So, if I travel for 16 hours, I will do twice of this skincare routine but 1 routine in the plane, however, since before I travel I have put on my skincare then I will wait for 6 – 8 hours before doing my next skincare in the plane.

Back at the hotel, I will use sheet mask and layering my skin with more hydrating and moisturising cream, especially the skincare that gonna plump my skin. I will wakeup with refresh skin and ready to use my makeup.

Are travelling making your skin dry too?

 

 

 

 

USEFUL SHEETMASK GUIDE

Hello lovelies ladies, Sheetmask has been part of beauty community discussion for decade and beauty brands has starting to create different kind of sheetmask, from gel, fiber, pulp and bio-cellulose. I will explain as you scroll down on this page.

the right way to remove your sheetmask is from bottom not from the top, and also any other concerns such as applying sheetmask after cleansing and lots of it. So, I am here to just share with you the proper ways of using sheetmask.

TYPE OF SHEETMASK

1.FIBER (NON-WOVEN)

is a paper sheetmask that is cheap and most of us are using this type of sheetmask. The most expensive sheetmask that uses this quality is about $5.00 a box (contain 5 sheetmask) and some of them contains artificial fragrances as well. This paper like sheetmask makes skin easily absorb moisturiser but it also evaporated very quickly. I often use 2 sheetmask for this quality to tackle my dry and dehydrated skin. You can always spot it on drugstore. You need to lay down, to use this sheetmask.

2. PULP

is a type of sheetmask that is similar to fiber sheetmask above, the only things different is the uneven gap when you apply it in your skin, you can feel that the sheetmask is loose somehow, it not because the design is bad but that’s how the sheetmask quality is. It is also evaporated quickly but you can use it without laying down.

3. HYDRO GEL

is a best sheetmask quality for all skin type, this sheetmask last very long and doesn’t evaporated quickly in skin yet somehow it is very pricey. I find HadaLabo premium gel sheetmask to be useful with the price of $5.00 for 1 single sheetmask. Beauty brands normally divided the sheetmask between 2 side (top and bottom of face) it somehow feel slippery to me, so I need to lay down in order to use this sheetmask. The fabric also thin and it can tear easily. The sheetmask always contain ingredients that will makes your skin brighten and moist.

4. BIO-CELLULOSE

This type of sheetmask somehow looks like a hydrogel sheetmask, yet you can notice that the sheetmask texture somehow a little bit rough with vertica and horizontal lines around, and you need to peel off the plastic and use it. It does somehow fitted your face. This sheetmask is good for hydrating and treating dry skin. If you have sensitive skin, this sheetmask appear to be useful to reduce redness around. It doesn’t evaporated quickly or even dry out.

You may want to choose according to your budget and needs, most of sheetmask serve to hydrate and moist your skin in an instant way. It is like first aid kit for your skin.

Now, after understanding the type of sheetmask. You also need to understand the proper way of using sheetmask. Most people remove the sheetmask and cleanse their skin, with a thinking hat it is dirty and sticky “so gotta cleanse that moist that I just applied in my face and wauited for 20 minutes”.

While some others not removing their sheetmask and use it overnight. They thought the sheetmask as replacement of their skincare and something happened to their skin, they goes on ranting about the brands “that must be the fault of this brand – how come they sell such a lousy product” and go into search the proper sheetmask that fitted to how they apply it, instead of researching the proper use of sheetmask.

This is the reason why I dislike to see the review on blog or beauty site is because I have no ideas how they use the skincare and also it is not form of discussion but throwing opinion. While in community like Reddit, the discussion goes on by sharing tips and asking question – solving problem.

HOW TO USE SHEETMASK

First step is to have your face cleanse with facial cleanser. The proper way to cleanse your face is by using oil cleanser and follow by water base cleanser. If you have dry and sensitive skin, you may want to pick facial cleanser that is friendly to your skin. The good facial cleanser is the one that is not make your skin tight afterwards.

Second step, if you are using acid such as C serum or salicylic acid, or any others. You need to use it after your cleanse your face.

Third step is to apply your sheetmask. After few minutes you feel is enough. Take out your mask from the bottom. Do not wash your face but wait for 10 – 15 minutes till all the essence is absorb, then apply your skincare.

THE TRUTH ABOUT SHEETMASK

Sheetmask is an instant essence that give direct benefit to the skin. Some say that it is more than just essence, which I persoanlly feel that it may be truth since I can feel the changes in my skin directly than just essence, yet it is also part of our skincare sequence. It is good to add sheetmask every now and then from young age, the more moist in your skin the more younger your skin will look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MY SECRET TO ACTIVE LIFESTYLE: LAO XI ZHEN PREMIUM BEETROOT FROM HAO YI KANG

Hi lovelies, today I am going to talk about my own secret. As you may know, I’ve been travelling so much and recently suffered from fatigue and sleepless night. This took a toll on my health and not only people can see it from my appearance, but more importantly I could sense that my inner body health was not in the best condition. My face looks dull and I always felt tired and drained. I have a cold and followed by gastric pain because I eat so late. I have to also cope with all my schedule and sometimes, I even forget things. This isn’t great at all. It definitely will and have cause trouble for me. One day I’ve taken the wrong train and at the end I arrived so late to meet my client.

I recently tried Lao Xie Zhen Premium Beetroot Essence (老协珍养生饮). Lao Xie Zhen has a long history of 80 years in Taiwan and has been a trustworthy brand since then. The essence is made of 100% plant extract that consist of Beetroots, Figs and Hawthorn.


Lao Xie Zhen Premium Beetroot Essence has all of the benefits that I need in one pack, so I don’t have to consume multiple products separately. It is beneficial for anti-aging and improving skin complexion as it promotes natural collagen production within the body because it’s rich in plant polyphenols which acts as anti-oxidant. It also helps to boost metabolism, healthy bowel movement, improve blood circulation, help with wound healing, maintain the tightness of cell arrangement and strengthening the body connective tissues (bones and joints).

HOW TO CONSUME:

Consume a pack daily after meal is recommended. You can consume it directly or put in the fridge and drink it chilled. You can also drink it warm by soaking in the hot water for 3 minutes.

THE PACKAGING

I personally love the convenient of the packaging because it has been made for room temperature storage, in a 4-layered opaque sachet exclusively imported from Japan. The packaging is actually similar to baby bottle, the inner packaging has been proven to contain no plasticizer and heavy metal residue, thus it is safe to consume.

The Premium Beetroot Essence can be stored up to 18 months after manufacturing without any preservatives at all. The packaging uses Japan’s technology of high temperature and high pressure sterilization sealing method (日本高温高压滅菌封技术) to preserve the nutrients.

THE INGREDIENTS BENEFIT

BEETROOT

Lack of sleep can cause your metabolism to perform slow, this is the major cause of constipation. You will also notice that your body heat is increasing, this is because you suffer from high blood pressure. Beetroot is a superfood that can improves physiological function and promotes metabolism. It also aids in detoxification, boosts stamina, regulates blood sugar level and lowers blood pressure.
FIGS

If you have imbalance weight or even suffering from constipation often, Figs will help to solve the problem by cleanse the toxic in your body and support digestive function by prevent from constipation. It’s also help with weight management and support healthy hair growth.

HAWTHORN

Some of us have suffer from lack of sleep because we are either too tired or we have to cope with our busy schedule therefore our brain will often active but our body is feeling tired. Hawthorn helps with digestion system, improves blood circulation, helps with insomnia problem, improves memory function and reduces anxiety.

Premium Beetroot Essence is suitable for all ages – elderly, children and adult. My family has been consuming beetroot essence for the past 2 weeks. I love the fact that I wake up early with nice skin and good metabolism, without spending my money to buy vitamin for good hair and skin or even buying a medicine for metabolism which later makes me feel limp.

YOU CAN GET IT ON HAO YI KANG SINGAPORE WEBSITE: HTTPS://HAOYIKANG.SG/ THEY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR OF LAO XI ZHEN PREMIUM BEETROOT ESSENCE
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How to soften your lipmatte

What you need:

1. Eyeshadow color
2. Mini spatula/ tweezer
3. Metal ear pick

How to do:

1.  Choose the color of eyeshadow that you prefer. if you want to darken/lighter your liquid lipstick and vice versa. Choose wisely, and select the undertone in which you like most.
2. Crush the eyeshadow. You can use a metal mini spatula or any tweezers to crush it.
3. Use a metal ear picks (from Daiso or dollar store) to scoop the crushed eyeshadow powder and pour it into the liquid lips. It will be messy, so cover your table with tissue paper or something.
4. Screw on the cap, and shake it well. After you see the color mixed evenly, try it on to see if it’s to your liking. otherwise, repeat step 3.

And DONE.

 

 

 

 

FIRST IMPRESSION: CEZANNE COSMETICS

Hi makeup junkies, gonna share with you again. A brand that I collab with and I bet you guys already swatching over the palette at your nearby drugstore.

It’s…….. *heartbeating

CEZANNE

Okay..let me share with you some info you may not yet knowing it. The brand is committed to providing us with high quality and affordable makeup which what we all need. Save more and get more product. The brands are really affordable. As a drugstore makeup brands, you got to check this brands out. I love the product especially their lip makeup, palette, and mascara. The color of Cezanne is more to feminine which is suitable for anyone who loves pastel, pink and many other soft colors. The brand is so highly awaited in Singapore and I saw some blog discussing the brands is not available to purchase in Singapore but now, you can purchase it directly in Watson with the discount price (information available on the bottom page)

I carrying to travel right now since makeup size is perfect in my travel pouch, this also concludes my judgment that I really love this brands. I love Japanese makeup brands, they never fail my expectation up till now. After I have been in the beauty industry for 10 over years, I find myself keep going back to Japanese brands, just because they never disappoint me, ever. Sometimes I thinking about the price that I have to pay but the brands committed to providing the affordable price. I provide my experience in using the product with always be my makeup tips from my own makeup experience, because to me even how good the product is, if you can’t use it or using it with wrong application, it will end up with bad makeup look. Let’s get one with all the product:

1. CEZANNE MAKE KEEP BASE

It is a primer base and from what I experience when testing the product. This should be a silicone base. It provides with a long hour of sustainable and I use it alongside with Bell Cosmetics BB cream. Small amount of it will create a perfect base for your canvas.

Tips: pour in your clean palm or use brushes to apply around your face and wait about 30 to 60 second. Let it blend before applying your next makeup.

2. CEZANNE STRETCH CONCEALER 10

The applicator is a stick applicator. The concealer blends perfectly into my skin, it doesn’t cakey at all and very well hiding my post acne scars around my chin. There is no sign of makeup pilling or skin breakout or any other problem is not occurring. It’s perfect.

Tips: apply by putting dot around the area you want to hide. Use a small amount of concealer and try spreading it using your finger. Any mistake? Try cotton bud.

3. CEZANNE UV FOUNDATION EX PREMIUM EX2

Blend perfectly into my skin. I like that when I use the powder foundation alongside with foundation to create a luminous look, it is not cakey at all. I still use setting powder in my under eyes to prevent my smudge mascara and also using it to bake my makeup look.

Tips: use foundation brush or beauty sponge for perfect application.

4. CEZANNE AIRY TOUCH SHADOW

The eyeshadow is perfect for you who love single eyeshadow look that is on trend in Asian Makeup.

Tips: if you want to build color using this eyeshadow, you can use concealer. Apply it to the area that you desire and blend it. Apply the eyeshadow afterward.

5. MIX COLOR CHEEK 04 AND 10

Which one will you likely to pick? I am both. I use vibrant color for blush on and using the pastel color for a highlighter. I would definitely use this for daily makeup. Not too much yet it’s so much.

Swatches start from vibrant color down to the pastel color.

6. GLAMOURLUSH CURL MASCARA – BLACK

This mascara is non-smudge, even better than the mascara that I currently use. The best one that reminds me of the Japanese mascara that I bought in the online shop. The formula doesn’t make my lash clump and it provides with longer lashes and it’s easier to make the curl using it. I like this mascara and you gotta need to look over this mascara, perhaps try it on your lashes, because this one is my HG (stands for holygrail) mascara now.

Tips: I use curl lashes before mascara application and after to create glamour looking lashes that similar to using false lashes. This provided that you always clean your curl lashes using micellar water every time you use it. If you want longer lashes, try using lashes serum – my current choice for serum: DHC, L’Oréal, and Ardell Lashes.

7.CEZANNE GEL EYELINER 10

Perfect black color. The color is pigmented. I use this to pull my eyes makeup look or to draw my false lashes just to create darker color. The good things about this pencil liner are it’s not dry at all and I kinda like how easy I can draw my inner eyes without having to cry.

Tips: if you use false lashes. Apply the lashes and try to color below your eyes to make your eyes look bigger. Color your lashes using this pencil.

8. CEZANNE EYEBROW MASCARA NB

The mascara color is light brown, and you can apply this directly to create a natural looking brow. I use brow powder and apply the mascara afterward. My brow is thin so using brow powder and brow mascara will really make it thicker. If you have black brow but your hair is dark brown, this is gonna be perfect for your need, just to make the brow color similar to your hair color. If you are someone who dislikes black brow color, try this out.

Tips: brushes over your brow gently.

9.CEZANNE LASTING GLOSS RS1 AND PK13

I love love love this lippie. It’s so hydrated and the packaging is so cute. I amazed with the performance. I have my doubt with a good packaging makeup brands, but this one is really good. As you can see in swatches I provided that the color is pigmented, non-patchy and it is hydrate as well as moisten my lips. Make it looks glowing.

Reapplication is needed. The finishing is more to satin-gloss. I had never lippie with this kind of finishing before, so I definitely find new lippie to love. 

10. CEZANNE LASTING LIP COLOR N301 AND N 205

This lipstick doesn’t want to be removed from my lips. Using it one day without re-application AT ALL. First time ever I found a lipstick that works really perfect and no re-application with the color that I love the most. Perfecto. The swatches show the lippie is very well pigmented and no patchy at all. It’s perfectly hydrating my lips.

How many times do I have to say that the lip makeup is perfect? I like both of it. the packaging and quality. Well, I guess they are not lying about making a brand that is affordable and of high quality.

THE BRANDS HAVING PROMOTION FROM 19 JULY UNTIL 15TH AUGUST. INFORMATION ABOUT PROMOTION AS BELOW:

All Watsons stores: 2nd item at 50% OFF

Receive a Free Cezanne Mix Color Cheek worth S$17.90 

with min. spend of S$20 on Cezanne products.


*While stocks last!

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