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Monday, December 21, 2015 [Sponsored Review] ErucA Hair Care
Have you heard of ErucA? It is the next generation japanese botanical oil haircare! ErucA utilizes 12 different types of botanical oils that provides a luxurious and thorough clean while being skin-friendly. The ssed oils include broccli, cowberry, bilberry, milk thistle and more which provides moisturizing and shine-inducing formulas. Check out the range of ErucA products and its BEAUTIFUL PACKAGING! It was love at first sight for me!!   Have you always thought of wanting thicker hair with more more volume and hair? Have you always feel that your hair is too flat with no texture and volume?  Let me introduce ErucA's range of products and each of their types and functions.  First up is the Moist & Repair ErucA Shampoo and Treatment. - It contains hair defining formula which restores water and oil balanced in your hair and scalp for a frizz-free hair. - Luxury Oil such as argan oil, virgin prune oil and marula oil helps the hair more manageable and does not strip natural oil from the hair. 
The smell was pleasant and the shampoo lathers well. For the treatment, which is actually a conditioner, smell similar to the shampoo. Since my hair is not frizzy, I dont feel much of a difference to my hair.
Secondly, its the 3D Volume Up Shampoo and Volume Up Foam.
So in love with vintage looking bottle. The 3D volume up shampoo is a silicon-free formula which cares for the hair and scalp. Contains volumizing ingredient to creat volume from roots!
Not forgetting the Extra volume up foam, a no-rinse hair treatment foam which helps to provide bounce and resilience to the hair for an airy voluminious finish.
Something which i need! I have very thick hair but i lack volume which makes my hair looks very flat.
Here's how the foam look like when pumped out!
Pump a small amount on to hand and brush evenly through out the roots to tips in upwards motion, and use on dry hair!
The foam is easily absorb into my hair, and does not leave a sticky finish.
 Thirdly, is the Scalp & Volume range. well, this has got to be my FAVOURITE out of the 3 range. Why, the packaging is the prettiest in a pastel pink colour. secondly, IT SMELLS like Hi-Chew Grape Candy!!!! No exaggerating, the sweet scent makes me wonder if it is edible... LOL. The Scalp & Volume range contains botanical oil helps to restore balance of the scalp, and repairs the scalp with moisturizing hyaluronic acid. 
Directions: Dispense an appropriate amount base on the length of your hair and massage in relaxing curcular motion using both hands to lift the scalp. Leave for 5 minutes and rinse well.
I love how it helps to smooth my hair instantly without making my hair look too flat. here's how the texture looks like.
 
Thanks to ErucA which helps create more volume and air to my hair!
 ErucA is only available at Guardian's and Tokyu Hands! Price ranges from $18.90 - $22.90. 
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Labels: blogger, review, samplestore leave a comment.Older Post / Back to Top Tuesday, June 30, 2015 [Sponsor Review] Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel
We all know how HOT and SUNNY Singapore has been recently, With the sun blazing, it is important for me to pack along essential items with me to work or when going out! Here are some of my must bring for a hot weather: water bottle to replenish body fluids, wet tissue to keep myself refreshed, umbrella and shades (going all out to block the sun, lol) and not forgetting the most important thing ever, SUNSCREEN!!!!!  In 2014, a benchmark survey done by Kao revealed that only 30% of women between age 12-49 years old use sunscreen daily. What's more surprising is that this percentage remain unchanged for the past 5 years. By now we should have already knew how important sunscreen is as sun spots wrinkles and freckles (I already have them!!) can be caused by UV rays, All thanks to Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel, I am fully shield from the merciless sun,  Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Gel contains superior double UV block with enhanced SPF50+/ PA++++. Some of the product benefits includes: - Maximum protection against UVA and UVB rays from the sun. - It has a light and watery texture which allows smooth application. - No sticky feel (which is one of the important we look out for in a sunscreen) - Suitable for face and body.  Love its light watery texture and it actually gives a slight cooling sensation upon applying!  
Been using it on my face as a makeup base for about 2 weeks now and i'm loving it!
It is great for daily use and the watery texture that is easily absorbed makes it faster to apply on a daily basis. It also keeps my skin feeling refreshed and well protected!
Biore UV Aqua Rich WAter Gel retails at S$18.90 for a 90ml bottle. Available for all leading pharmacies, supermarkets, departmental stores and beauty stores.
Labels: biore, blogger, review, samplestore, sunscreen leave a comment.Older Post / Back to Top [Sponsored Review] Biore Aqua Jelly Remover
So I received the all new Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup remover for review! Firstly, I notice it is not exactly a new product as I have used to use them before! but the packaging looks different isn't it?  Upon closer, I notice that it now contains SMOOTHER JELLY! It now comes with improved benefits! - Smoother jelly now makes it glides on more easily so that less tugging is needed. - High cleansing ability easily dissolves all traces of makeup - Contains 40% moisturizing essence - Lightweight formula leaves no sticky or oily feeling  Love the pink and brown combination of the bottle.  It is indeed lighter and and more watery compared to the previous texture, which is thicker and denser. 
Here I have an example of the makeup that I use on a daily basis,
 By the way, you DO NOT NEED to use facial cotton pads to remove it, you can directly apply it onto your face! I am using cotton pad here to show the makeup being removed fyi. :)  After wiping it off, ZERO traces of makeup can be seen!  After rubbing the aqua jelly over your skin, simple rinse it off. Smooth and clean!!  Here, you can tell how efficient is the Biore Aqua Jelly Remover!  To be honest, initially I thought cotton pad was needed! (LOL) Now that I know it is not required, it means I save money buying cotton pads!  You can clearly tell the duller size of my face is after removing the makeup. x)  
Biore Aqua Jelly Remover is available at all leading supermarkets/ personal care stores and pharmacies at $24.90.
Labels: biore, blogger, makeup remover, review leave a comment.Older Post / Back to Top Thursday, May 21, 2015 [Sponsored Review] Essential: Your Perfect Solution to Combination Hair
How many of you have combination hair like me? Hands up!
Just like having combination skin, I have always been dealing with combination hair, whereby my scalp tends to get oily whereas the ends are always dry.
Some people may tend to use 2 different type of shampoos to target the 2 different problems, but with Essential, there is no need to. Isn't there a chinese proverb that says "one stone kills two birds"? LOL,
That is exactly what Essential's Light Finish Volumizing and Deep Cleansing Care range can do! :D
With optimum combination of smart cuticle care and sebum cleansing technology, you can achieve moisturized hair ends while maintaining a refreshed breathable scalp!
This is the yellow variant which provides light finish.
While the blue variant provides deep cleansing care.
Actually, it is already a known fact that I've been constantly using Essential's Deep Cleansing Care range ever since they launch them. Occasionally I alternate between that and the light finish volumizing since they both targets the same type of hair. It has become a staple essential item in my bathroom!
What is different now is that, they have come up with a very cute massage shampoo brush, for a limited time only!!!! Check them out! Available in mint green and hot pink!
A close up at the soft rubbery bristles. It is important to give your scalp a massage as it aids in blood circulation and also thoroughly clean your scalp buildup. Do note that the bristles are soft and rubbery as it is meant to massage your scalp, not for combing through your hair during shampoo!
For people who like to do manicure on a frequent basis, using the brush also helps to prolong your manicures!
Massage in circular motion!  After a day of work, look how my hair still look refreshed and non-oily!  Take a closer look at the roots. they are not oily! I used to always have very oily roots at the end of everyday, it was hard for my hair to stay fresh if I were to stay out till late night, sometimes i rely on dry shampoo, it does make it slightly better, but definitely not as fresh as before.   Yes, Essential, take my money please! (The yellow conditioner is gone because my mom already started using it before I can take more pictures, LOL!) 
For a limited time only!!
Purchase any Essential Shampoo + Conditioner (750ml) to get the massage brush for free!
Available at all leading supermarkets for $19.60!
Get your free sample at www.facebook.com/essential.sg and follow their instagram @essentialsingapore for more updates!
Labels: blogger, Essential, review, samplestore leave a comment.Older Post / Back to Top Friday, October 24, 2014 [Review] Essential Haircare Range
Holla! Have you heard about Essential's NEW Haircare Range?
 BLUE VARIANT - Deep Cleansing care (for oily scalp and dry ends) *NEW* YELLOW VARIANT - Light Finish Volumizing (for flat and limp hair) PINK VARIANT - Moisturizing Frizz Free (for dull and rough hair) ORANGE VARIANT - Nourishing Breakage Defense (for weak and damaged hair) I was eager to try out since i've always been a purchasing customer myself! I was previously sponsored by Samplestore for Essential's sleeping hair mask and i love it ever since. But my top favourite product has got to be the treatment hair mask! So I was asked to complete a short survey and i was sent the type of variant that is suitable for my hair type. 2 simple questions and you will know which type of variant you should use!  Here's what i got for my hair type: Essential Deep Cleansing Care Shampoo / Conditioner Essential treatment tube Essential Hair Mask  My hair belongs to the type with oily roots. :( I am always unable to keep my hair fresh and fluffy ALL DAY, especially days when you are out all day, my hair always become super oily and my fringe would stick together which becomes ugly and gross. Thus, i always refrain myself from staying out too late!  and i have very dry ends. I only comb my hair halfway thru everytime after shower because i know the ends are gonna get stuck on the comb! :(  Thus, this result in me having Combination Hair. Similar to 'combination skin', where the hair condition is not uniform from root to tip. With combination hair, you can't have 1 shampoo which helps your oily roots AND nourish your ends at the same time.  If you use a product which is too moisturizing, it might result in heavy, oily scalp, whereas using a light product which care for the scalp will only cause the ends to be drier. Essential's Solution: The Light Finish Volumizing (yellow) and Deep Cleansing Care (blue) variants have the optimum combination of Smart Cuticle Care & Sebum Cleansing Technology to target both dry ends and oily roots problem. As a result, we can experience the best of both world in one product! well i thought i was going to receive the Yellow variant but turns out its the blue one! Yay, im so in love with the colour!  First of all, i must say Essential's shampoo are always nicely scented. Needless to say, this one smell super floral and refreshing too. The New Essential has microfine All Smooth Essence which delivers nutrients to repair damaged hair surface from root to tip while conventional technology only concentrates at the roots. My hair feels surprisingly smooth I am now able to run my fingers through my hair without severe tangles. It did helps to become more manageable, not to mention also hair condition improved, therefore blow-drying my hair becomes faster as well! Essential Treatment Tube   This is a faster alternative to the hair mask on days when i need to get out of shower real quick! In just 30 seconds, my hair instantly become smoother. Under a minute to archieve smooth hair? Why not! Last but not leaest, the hair mask!  Been using this for some time to salvage my dry ends and they are considered to be in quite severe condition. LOL. The mask is extremely concentrated (super love the scent too!) and easy to apply on my dry and damage ends. 3-5 minutes and my hair will be super soft. Love to bring this especially when i go swimming because the chlorine in the pool really dries out my hair alot and only Essential hair mask can salvage it! 
My hair is now more well balance the roots are no longer that oily while the ends are no longer so dry. Who says you can't have the best of both worlds in one product?
Yay to smooth fluffy and manageable hair!
 Time to Switch to the NEW Essential for Healthy Manageable Hair!  Keen to try? GET YOUR SAMPLE HERE! Also Like Essential on FB www.fb.com/Essential.SG and follow Essential on IG @essentialsingapore Labels: blogger, Essential, review, samplestore leave a comment.Older Post / Back to Top |
