Show & Tell Monday: Hide them all tattoos!

It's the first Show & Tell Monday!!!

And to kick start this little segment, i would like to share with everyone a product that is used for the "hiding" of my tattoos!

Anyone that has seen me personally would know that i'm a person with multiple tattoos.And i love my tattoos, in fact, i'm suppose to complete my back piece but i'm juz to lazy to drag my ass to my artist.

You maybe wondering why i would have to cover up my tattoos if i loved them so much? well, it's kind of like an society issue. Please save me that u should walk out and be proud look. Just answer these questions and you will know where i'm coming from.

Say, if your kid or your parents or even yourself is badly injure, would you go to a doctor with a recognized doctor certificate and huge tattoo on him arm or a doctor who is more decent looking? if you are in trouble with the law and badly needed a lawyer would you want someone with a huge tattoo on his or her neck to represent you?

My point here is although we are living in this 21st century's modern society, people are still stereotyping people with tattoos. Therefore, using make up to cover my tattoos are essential in some occasions and even when i wan to change my look, from naughty to nice. *grin*

Left: MUFE Full Cover Concealer, Right: MAC Mineralize powder

Unlike in the western part of the world, where the demand for make up and market is bigger, it's rather hard to find a product in Singapore that deals with serious imperfection coverage.  I had to take the time to ask around and read up online for reviews before i decided on what to buy as i'm looking for something that has full coverage and most importantly waterproof. Good thing is i had a awesome makeup instructor that directed me to the Makeup Forever's Full cover concealer.

So while doing my online research for products, i've came across a few suggestions and some of them are Dermablend,Kat Von D concealer,Dermacolor, etc. I was considering between Dermablend and MUFE's Full Cover concealer.

Dermablend seems to be a good cover up concealer to invest in because of what it did to zombie boy in it's ad video and it comes in a bigger tube for larger areas but again it's not available in singapore which means i can't try the color and shipping is going to cost me a bomb. Also, i've seen the making video of the Zombie boy video ad for Dermablend and in the making video, Zombie boy mentioned that he could get away looking like a normal person if people were to walk pass him. So i'm interpreting it as his tattoo are still visible if one were too sit down face to face.


My tattoo on the ankle

MUFE's Full cover concealer in the other hand is available in singapore and is waterproof! The only downside is it comes in a really small tube!!! Although, it's a very thick formula and in alot of reviews, it was mention that a little goes a long way for this concealer but i'm concealing tattoos! not blemishes or dark rings! 15ml is seriously too little!!

Tattoo half covered

But, I've went ahead with purchasing the MUFE Full Cover concealer after trying it over the counter and i got mine in no. 10 and 12. 10 for my neck which is fairer and 12 for my ankle.

Like any other shelve concealers, the MUFE Full Cover Concealer looks like a normal skin color concealer at first but when applied the really thick consistance of the product could actually cover tattoos. Of course if you have dark colored tattoos, laying of the concealor is needed. As seen on the pics above, thats the tattoo on my ankle and i have got black and red inked on me. And to cover the tattoo completely, i actually had 5 layers of concealor on and using a very light layer of MAC Mineralize powder in Medium Dark to set the concealer. Note that no color enhancement is done on the pics to show the true colors of the cover up.

All i did was to apply the concealer with a make up sponge in a dapping motion, layer by layer and of course letting one layer to dry alittle before applying the next. Then using the same sponge pick up the MAC powder, set the concealer also in a dapping motion and at the same time blending the concealer and powder and the edge of the tattoo into the skin as i dun wan my cover up to end up looking like a birth mark.

Also as mentioned, the Full cover concealer is waterproof and i actually tried running my tattoo cover up under the running shower and i was amazed that the concealer stayed as it is and it only started to melt down after a little massaging.

Another thing i would like to mention about the concealer, is that it can be a little too dry. So making sure that areas i apply the concealor on must be well moisturize, avoid too much powder and using it on smaller areas for example the under eye and blemishes are not advised. Well, maybe you can try mixing it with your regular concealer or foundation if you wanna try using it on the face.

I hope this post has been useful and do stay tuned to the next Show & Tell Monday!

Show and tell Monday!

Hi Readers!

I know i've been putting up this disappearing act from my blog for awhile and my reason was always mi being too buzy... lazy actually. But during my time of disappearance, i've been exploring and learning things about make up, beauty and everything else under the sun.

So i've came up with a little segment in my blog called the Show and Tell Monday. In this segment, i'll be sharing something new every last monday of the month. No necessary would it be about beauty but everything else, whether is it something personal or something i want to rant about or a simple product i wanna share, it will all be done in this little reserved segment cause i know a whole blog filled with product ads can be boring.

The first Show and Tell Monday will be happening tomorrow.

So stay tune ppl!   

Life is beautiful with Life Nutrition

We all know there is a saying mentioning that beauty is only skin deep. But is physical beauty really only just skin deep?

Well, by physical i mean literally physical.

I would not say that i'm someone with the best health. During my younger days, i suffered from dry and scaly skin on my legs due to bad health condition. My skin was so dry that it itched so badly i had to go to the doctor for moisturizers as off shelve products made the itchiness even worse. 

My point here is, our overall health condition contributes to how we look.

And with this i hereby introduce you all to Life Nutrition.

  

Watsons, our trusty beauty and health retailer is proud to present a new health supplement brand from USA, Life Nutrition.

Life Nutrition had since 1996, committed themselves to bringing customers the most updated and scientifically proven formulas that deliver genuine results. All plants used in Life Nutrition products are sourced from around the world and so rare ingredients are used to create the Life Nutrition's powerful nutritional supplement. But of course, all plants use are certified and the brand also complies with quality stands from the Organic Facility and the US FDA Registered Facility.

I was that the Watson Life Nutrition Workshop and was given the chance to know more about the supplements by Life Nutrition. And there is one product in particular that was mentioned, caught my attention.

The Life Nutrition Organic Acai Berry with Pomegranate:

Well, i believe must of us have heard about Pomegranate and it's health benefits but what about Acai Berries???? I seriously didnt know much about this berry but 2 years ago when i was still at my quest of looking for that super detox food/ fruit/ watever i can take to help me with my weigh and constipation problems. i came across Acai berries on the internet.

Apparently,2 years back it has already made it's name all over the western part of the world. Known for it's powerful antioxidant element which is 22 times as compared to blueberries. Acai Berries also contain more anthocyanins(which can help reduce the risk of coronary heart diseases) than red wine and ginkgo biloba.

By putting the goodness of Acai Berries and Pomegranate together,the Life Nutrition Organic Acai Berry with Pomegranate is a vitamin rich, all purpose, once a day antixidant effectively boosts health and overall well being.

Anyways, i've tried The Organic Acai berry with Pomegranate supplement for a week and as promised, it did helps with boosting my strength and "regulated" and constipation problems. However, as i'm on a low carb diet (have been since 2 years ago), i kind of felt hungry continuously for that weeks. The Organic Acai Berry with Pomegranate is said to have appetite suppressant properties so i'm really wondering if it's just me being too stress.

The next product that i have been taking since the day of the workshop is the Life Nutrition Deep Sea Fish Oil:

  

Since i was a little girl, my mum feeded me with that horrible smelling and even worse tasting cod liver oil, i dun wanna mention the brand but i guess u guys should know. Anyway, after the first spoonful of cod liver oil in my mouth, i refuse to take it anymore. Now that i'm older, i realize the benefits of fish oil for our brains and heart but still i refuse to go anywhere near that milky white bottle!

Thankfully, we have fish oil in softgel capsules!

Life Nutrition's Deep fish oil is formulated base on clinically recommended standards by the American Heart Association. Using only the purest pharmaceutical grade Norwegian fish oil, it contains Omega 3 fatty acids that helps promote a healthier heart.

Life Nutrition has also came up with a children version of the Deep fish oil, Calling it the Life Nutrition fish oil Junior.

Different from the Deep fish oil, The fish oil Junior is a powerful brain food to promote health brain and eye development. Its high DHA is taken from the Norwegian deep sea fish eye. For those that find it hard to feed them children medicine or supplements, Life Nutrition has also put in a zesty lemon flavor to help with the feeding.

Life Nutrition has got a wide range of products from our core essential for man and woman to additional supplement for individual needs.

 

Life Nutrition is exclusively found at selected Watsons. Price ranging from $29.90 to $49.90.

Do visit the Life Nutrition Facebook page for more details.

Note: Health supplement gives additional boost to your health and body. However, different individuals may react differently to the supplements. As most health supplements are made for the general public, i would recommend for those with a more "special" health condition to consult a doctor before consuming any kind of orally supplement/ medication.

Review: Hada Labo Cleaning oil with High Purity Olive Oil

Before i start i'll have to first state that i'm not the biggest fan of cleansing oils for a few reasons:

1st: To me cleansing oil are seriously super messy to work with.

2nd: If cleansing oils are not used the right way, it will cause your skin to be even more messed up with all this greasy residue causing even more clogged pores and acne.

3rd: I use to wear false lashes and i have to get they off with a water based remover before i start with the cleansing oil coz i wan to "preserve" them for further use and i dun want my falsies to look all greasy and disgusting the next time i use them.

4th: In some days of the month when i'm suffering from our monthly girly problem, i've have seriously oily skin and major breakouts and in my opinion i really dun like the idea of putting more oil on my oily face. 

But like i always say, there is no bad product just a product that doesn't suit you. So i tot why not give it a try since it's sponsored.

So here goes:

Like the Hada Labo SHA hydrating Lotion and facial wash i've reviewed on before,1 of the 2 main ingredients of the Hada Labo Hydrating Cleansing oil is the Super Hyaluronic Acid which is said to have 2 times more moisture than normal hyaluronic acid where 1g can retain 12 litres of water.

The 2nd key ingredients is the Ultra Pure Olive oil that ensures high performance cleansing without irritating your skin. Apart from being able to cleanse your face, olive oils are also known to be use by the woman of old times to maintain smooth and radiant skin. Olive oils are also known to be used for anti-aging.

The reason why i dun like Cleansing oil.

Look at that super tired face after work! Seriously all i want is to sit down relax and have sometime for myself and my daughter.

Anyways, I've been using the Hada Labo Cleansing oil for the past week and i would say it's not one of the most "powerful" cleansing oil i've tried. It doesn't remove waterproof mascaras and waterproof eyeliners! I won't deny that after raising the cleansing oil off, my face feels nice, not tight or super dry. And the scent, reminds me of my childhood toy, Bestman bubble !! *GOOGLE IT* haha.

I won't say that its a bad make up remover but it's definitely not a one solution to remove all your make up at one go for those who prefer using waterproof make up.

Here's a little test to prove my statement. Also at the same time a short demo to how cleansing oil should be used.

I have on my hand 5 different liner/ pencil for eye make up and i'm going to test if the Hada Labo Cleansing oil is as good as promised.

And of course, 1st we rub abit of cleansing oil on the makeup.

Note that some liners has been removed.

The 2nd step is where alot of people think that simply just be raising off the cleansing oil with water will be sufficient. 

Unfortunately, that is not the case. Our 2nd step when using a cleansing oil should be emulsion. This is where we add alittle bit of water to the cleansing oil turning it into a milky texture. 

What i usually do is to rinse my hands after massaging the cleansing oil on my face, then without scooping any water, simply just rest my still wet hands *sound so wrong* on my face and gently massage. You will then notice the cleansing oil turn "milky".  

The Emulsion step is where the cleansing oil can effectively remove makeup and not leave any oil residue on your skin. So it's very important.

And, last but not least. Rinse with water.

Results are, the Hada Labo Cleansing oil maybe able to remove smudge proof makeup but not waterproof make up and my skin feels nice and soft as promised.

Well, if you are not a big fan of water proof make up and your current makeup remover is turning your face in to a clay mask. I would say that the Hada Labo Cleansing oil is worth a try.

The Hada Labo Cleansing Oil is available exclusively in Watsons at $20.90. For more information, visiting their facebook page at www.facebook.com/hadalabosg