SKIN

Review: Maybelline Baby Lips Electro Pop Lip Balm in Oh! Orange, Giving That Soft Orange Lips

February 5, 2015 Leave a Comment

There are times I opt for colored lip balms to get my look quickly done without much hassle plus it doesn’t stain cups as much as lipstick does. Here I had the opportunity to try Maybelline Baby Lips Electro Pop Lip Balm.

‘Baby Lips Electro Lip Balm incorporates a botanical extract made from Centella Asiatica. A small herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, Australia, Indonesia, Iran and other parts of Asia, Centella Asiatica has been used as a medicinal herb for centuries. A formula that combines shea butter and vitamin E enables Baby Lips Electro Lip Balm to live up to it’s promises.

In just one application, Baby Lips Electro Lip Balm instantly moisturizes lips and continues to provide hydration for eight hours. These incredible results stem from a unique blend of powerfully moisturizing ingredients, including Vitamin E and a high concentration of shea butter.

The combination of vitamins in these hydrators, along with the Centella Asiatice plant, boost the look and feel of lips, keeping them smooth and supple for eight hours.’

They come in three shades of Pink Shock, Berry Bomb and Oh! Orange. The one that I have here is Oh! Orange. The lip balm comes in a basic twist up lip balm packaging with hand written-like over the clear cover.

The lip balm also contains petrolatum, fragrance, alcohol and silica. If you are sensitive to these ingredients, I recommend to avoid this lip balm.

The lip balm gives a light tint of orange and the balm-effect shine. Moisturizing and waxy.

Using this lip balm is just like other lip balms, just apply it whenever you need it. It does felt like other lip balms but this comes with a fruity citrus scent like an orange as describe by it’s name. It glides on easily once it ‘melts’ from the application.

Above all…

I often reach out for this lip balm recently to relief my dry lips without overdoing the color. Even so, the shade is not as shocking neon as it claims and it gives a delicate tint of orange shade. It does keep my lips moisturize but wears off bits by bits every time I drink from my cup and I just reapply whenever needed. The shade does transfer to my cup but doesnt’t stain it. It does moisturize my lips immediately right after application, however there isn’t much of a moisture lock since reapplying is needed after it wears off. This is a good deal of a basic colored lip balm for it’s price and function.

Price: MYR14.90

Availability: Nationwide leading pharmacies, selective departmental stores, super/hypermarket.

PROs:

Glides on easily
Keeps lips moisturize immediately
Doesn’t stain cups
Very affordable

CONs:

Lightly colored lip balm, no neon shocking shade
Poor moisture lock
Wears off after a few drinks of beverage

My Rating: 4/5

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This lip balm was provided by Maybelline Malaysia for review purpose, kindly refer disclaimer.

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

Review: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment, Smoother Skin From The First Use & Clearer Skin After

January 29, 2015 1 Comment

This is a gem in a pot for troubled skin and I fell in love with this mask from the first time of using it. It’s GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment, an effective mask to treat troubled skin such as acne and oiliness.

‘The World’s most Scientifically Advanced Clearing Treatment. Clinically Developed by GLAMGLOW^®Dermatological Chemist to help fight all common skin concerns. Designed For Men & Women of All Ages & All Skin Types. SUPERMUD® for Super Clear Super Poreless Skin.’

CONSUMER RESULTS

97% agree it improves skin clarity

96% agree it unclogs pores

95% agree it fights common skin concerns

*results obtained following a consumer use study of 100 individuals

Upon opening the box, I’m greeted with “Hello Sexy”. Simple yet attractive, also can be promising.

At the back of the box describes the mask as well as the ingredients contained in the mask. Below would be the list of the ingredients.

Aqua (Water), Kaolin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Hydroxide, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf, Mandelic Acid, Charcoal CI 77266, Parfum [Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate], Glycolic Acid, Azelaic Acid, Lactic Acid, Pyruvic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Maltodextrin, Iron Oxides CI 77491, Mentha Piperita Oil, Butylene Glycol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycerin, Chamoilla Recutita Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Hendera Helix Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.

In the box before anything else, there is a booklet to share in order for consumers to understand more of the mask.

The booklet contains in-depth information of the ingredients of the mask such as the benefit and how it could improve our skin.

TEAOXI® EUCALYPTUS LEAF
Groundbreaking TEAOXI® is GLAMGLOW’s proprietary continuous time-release technology, delivering daily fresh natural eucalyptol, natural linalool oil & powerful flavonoids direct into our formula from real pieces of Eucalyptus Leaf contained in our magical healing SUPERMUD®.

ACNECIDIC-6™
ACNECIDIC-6™ 4.4%. The World’s first Clearing Treatment with a proprietary 6 acid blend. AHA & BHA acids are perfectly PH balanced for mind-blowing faster results.

Glycolic – Helps Restore Photo Damaged Skin & Improves Skin Texture.
Salicylic – Helps De-clog to Minimize Pores & New Skin Rejuvenation.
Lactic – Helps Pigmentation, Moisture, Stimulation & Skin Collagen.
Mandelic – Helps Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Aging Skin & Skin Elasticity.
Pyruvic – Helps the Effects of Scaring & Clearer Skin.
Azelaic – Helps Fight Follicle Bacteria & Breakouts.

PORE-MATRIX™
PORE-MATRIX™ Our Activated-X Charcoal is an Xtreme absorption carbon, attracting toxic substances into its mass up to 500 times its volume from all skin types, within the deepest & toughest areas. Our new proprietary K17-Clay™ will better extract & encapsulate excess sebum oils, bacteria & toxins in a controlled stasis state, revealing a Pore-Matrix™ of extraction dots & areas, ready to be washed away for seemingly poreless skin.
BIO-LIFE-CELL-SCIENCE™
Uses the complex natural occurring skincare benefits of green life, for Advanced Scientific Skincare.

EUCALYPTUS LEAF - Helps Fight Toxic Skin Complications.
LICORICE ROOT - Helps Regulate & Alleviate Problem Skin.
PEPPERMINT PLANT - Helps Control Bacteria & Irritations.
CHAMOMILE - Helps Inflammation & Regeneration.
MARIGOLD - Helps Fight Viral & Microbial Issues.
COMFREY HERB - Helps Analgesic Recovery.
ALOE VERA – Helps Healing & Rejuvenation.
IVY – Helps Relieve Itching & Tightens Skin.
CUCUMBER - Helps Soothe & Calm Skin.

The mask comes in a petite jar and just as it’s name of GlamGlow, the jar is designated in white and silver.

The jar is properly sealed before use, the foil is strongly intact until someone opens it. This also to preserve the purity of the ingredients.

The mask thick in texture and muddy. It has really decent scent where it smells minty, refreshing and muddy.

To use it is simply easy, use fingers or synthetic brush to apply all over the face. I do notice that I had to apply the mask as quickly as I could because the mask tends to get dry pretty quick. Also, there are leaves in this mask which I believe it’s the Eucalyptus leaves that could get in a way during the application because it can be tricky to smooth out the mask evenly onto the skin.

Just leave it on until it is fully dried and rinse off with luke warm water. While waiting for it to dry, I noticed certain areas like my forehead and nose seems to have little dots over the mask. Little did I know, the mask is actually absorbing the oil from my face. Every now and then when I have this mask on, I would be so excited to see this to happen.

I use approximately 1-2 times a week depending on my skin condition. Throughout the journey for using a month now, I could see great improvement. My acne are much lesser and scars are reducing. Remember I have said I fell in love from the first use earlier in this post? Yes I did because right after I have washed the mask away, my skin felt incredibly smooth and much clearer.

Here is before using the mask and after using the mask for a month. Big difference eh? Do bare in mind that I had undergone laser treatment in between usage of this mask and yet, this mask has been treating me well.

Above all…

I love this mask although the price tag is a bit hefty. I would consider this as a skincare investment and you’ll be able to see results from it. My skin is clearer, even toned, less scarring and less troubled. My skin definitely improved from using this mask and it is economical because you only need to use a small amount for the entire face or targeted areas.

Price: MYR240.00

Weight: 34grams

Availability: Sephora stores

PROs:

Can be economical depending on usage
Leaves skin real smooth from the first use
Clears troubled skin
Reduces acne marks
More even toned skin

CONs:

Hefty price tag

My Rating: 4.9/5

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

Beauty Transformation @ Dr. Ko : Fractional CO2 Laser + Subcision

January 27, 2015 Leave a Comment

Continuing my journey for non-invasive treatments for better skin and the last time I did Fractional CO2 Laser was in December 2013. There was improvement however it was insufficient to properly resurface my depressed scars.

I was given the opportunity to reclaim my beauty at Dr. Ko and would normally visit the clinic based in Cheras to undergo my treatment. My first visit was consulted by Dr. Loh Yun Ming, a very beautiful doctor who also had the same opinion as I do where my depressed scars needs to be treated as well as my troubled skin. Therefore, she had recommended for me to undergo Fractional CO2 Laser.

I was pretty much ready for the laser since I have went through 3 sessions before and I do know what to expect while I am undergoing the procedure. First step, the beautician helped to apply numbing cream all over my face and the cream has to stay for at least 20 minutes for it to take effect.

I believed I had the numbing cream left for 40 minutes or slightly lesser. Once it is timed, the beautician helped to cleanse my skin and prep me ready for the laser.

Before proceeding to laser, subcision was done in order to work along with the laser for the treatment to work much more effectively. Subcision is also an acne scar treatment for deep scars and it an injection inserted right under the scar in and out to break out the scar tissue. As for me, Dr. Loh has injected hyaluronic acid and it will help to decrease the depth of my depressed scars.

Here is a closer look, it may seem scary and it is slightly painful yet bearable. As the laser helps to promote new skin growth, subcision will assist to provide greater and comparable result. I would be able to say that Dr. Loh is very careful and attentive as she will always inform me for every step she will take when she is doing the treatment to ensure my readiness.

After a few injections, Dr. Loh proceeded with Fractional CO2 laser and the feeling is exactly the same as before. The moment the laser hits onto my skin, I could literally smell the burn and it is very normal. I could not feel much pain because of the numbing cream, however when Dr. Loh hits the mark at the outline of my face, I could feel the real pain of the laser. I believe the numbing cream wasn’t applied much around the outline.

This is right after the laser and not much of a redness at first. In fact, you could see a whitish layer over my skin which was the result from the laser. The prominent redness is coming from the subcision earlier. The laser leaves matrix dots in squares and this time the laser setting was made for the matrix dots to be much close together. When it is closer together, the squares are much smaller. After the laser, a layer of thick mask was applied to sooth, reduce redness and cools down my skin.

I was recommended to use these skincare and they have been treating my skin very well as I noticed my skin is much more less troubled (lesser pimples and blackheads) and less oily. Always follow the advice provided by the beautician when they handover the skincare especially for the directions to use. Speaking from experience because I have used the Dermax Bio Exfoliating Acne Complex 13A around my nose when I just need to dab onto my acne and I ended up with peeling skin after a few days. So, it is very important to follow the instructions given.

Dermax Bio Perform Cleanser 1A (RM139 West Msia)
Dermax Bio Exfoliating Acne Complex 13A (RM120 West Msia)
Ko Dermacare Vitality Purifying Essence 1 (RM120 West Msia)
Ko Dermacare Aqua Moisturizer 1 (RM280 West Msia)
Ko Series Multi-Protection SPF41PA++ (RM120 West Msia)

I will have to bare with a week of downtime and as the scabs where falling off, I could see the new skin growth is very smooth and soft. I did it over the weekend and I was protecting my skin not only with the sun block that they have provided but a facial mask. I was wearing it when I was working in my office.

Here is a comparison of before and after. It doesn’t show dramatic results as it has to follow the nature of my skin to heal and repair. Indeed I do notice that my skin is much smoother, even toned and glowing. Do bare in mind that after the laser, my skin was really dry hence how my skin looks on the after. I was getting compliments from my colleagues and BF’s uncle.

This would be the comparison of side by side. My skin definitely became much fairer from the laser as well. Definitely need to work further for the depressed scars.

Fractional CO2 Laser is priced at MYR1800 per session at Dr.Ko and this would differ from promotional or offer packages. Normally subcision will be given complimentary if you sign up for the package. For more information, you could visit KoSkinSpecialist.com or call in to the nearest clinic near you. I will continue my beauty adventure with Dr. Ko and please stay tuned as I have more to share of my next treatment. Meanwhile, do share your support to Dr. Ko Skin Specialist Centre by liking their Facebook below.

xoxo,
Traclyn Yeoh

Review: For Beloved One Melasleep Whitening Bio Cellulose Mask Soothes Skin After Laser, Reduces Redness & Acne Marks

January 26, 2015 Leave a Comment

This would be my first time to use For Beloved One skincare and it’s Melasleep Whitening Bio-Cellulose mask. I really didn’t know what to expect from this mask besides whitening until I read more about it from it’s description.

‘Widely recommended by dermatologists and celebrities alike, this was the first biocellulose mask to appear on the market. Made of nano-scale organic fibres, it has the highest possible affinity to the skin, making it possible to achieve essence absorption 30 times higher than other masks. The Whitening Bio-Cellulose Mask also contains Lumiskin and Melaclear2, two patented skin-whitening formulas to instantly reveal bright and luminous skin.

Tip: Suitable for skin that has gone through intense treatments such as laser or IPL
Application Time: 15-20min’

In the box there is 3 pieces of the mask, an information sheet of how the mask was made, the function of the mask and direction to use and VIP Product Identity Card. Since this mask is suitable for those who had underwent laser, this benefits me as a month ago I had undergone quite an intensive laser over my face.

The mask contains Lumiskin, Melaclear2, Matrixyl, Barbados cherry extract (Acerola Extract), liquorice extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Extract), Vitamin B5 and Hyaluronic acid which is beneficial for the skin. Hence to this, it also contains alcohol and paraben.

Upon opening the pack, the essence it all over it. Milky and slightly thick in texture like water-based cream. I know this is going to sound weird but it smells like the yummy original Vitagen.

To use this mask has it special technique but it isn’t complicated at all.

Take the elastic and transparent bio-cellulose mask in the middle.
Apply the wet side (the one adhesive to semi-transparent paper foil) on face. Cover those eyes to enjoy the relaxation and benefit.
Take off the mask after 15-20 minutes, no need to rinse and continue with regular skincare procedure.

I could say it’s quite a difference after using the mask 3 times and of course, in between I went for Fractional CO2 laser which also contributes changes of my skin. I would say where my skin is much more even toned, less red and less troubled.

Above all…

The mask helped in reducing skin redness especially at the sides of my nose and acne marks. It also helped to de-puffed my tired eyes and the mask also provides sufficient moisture throughout 8 hours. By the next day when I woke up, my skin felt dry and tight. The essence that was left behind on my skin does not feel sticky after massaging until it was fully absorbed by my skin. It is quite pricey for 3 pieces of mask but if you are willing to invest more, why not give this a try? I recommend this as it also helped to sooth my skin after the laser.

Price: MYR145.00 (3sheets)

Availability: Sephora stores

PROs: