Favourite AB Sheet Masks (+ a meh one)

I think I'm really late in discovering the world of Reddit. Through Reddit, I got to the know the lovely world of AB or Asian Beauty. Not that I am new to Asian beauty products, but I'm really new to the AB community in Reddit. To be quite honest, the Reddit AB community is so much more informative and reliable than a quick Google search. 

I came across a thread on holy grail AB sheet masks and I was introduced to soooooo many new brands! I wanted to try so many of them T_T. However, I do have a few holy grail sheet masks that I know I will use again and again in the future. Here's the list! 

Innisfree Skin Solution Mask - Trouble Care

• This sheet mask uses unbleached pure cotton pad to enhance comfort, application and essence absorption. It applies smoothly on the skin and has a pleasant herbal smell. I really like this for when my skin is red and inflamed (especially good the day after extraction at a facial salon). I don't go for facials anymore, but this certainly has helped to soothe the redness, while providing ample hydration at the same time. 
• I have another holy grail Innisfree mask, but I ran out of it (I must have used more than 50 already). It's the Innisfree It's Real Squeeze Mask in Bija. Fantastic sheet mask and an all-rounder. 

SNP Animal Dragon Soothing Mask

• I thought this was going to be a gimmicky mask that's all visual and no substance. But I was so wrong. I first tried it during my Hong Kong trip last year. I had major skin troubles and my face incredibly inflamed and irritated (to the point whereby SASA ladies immediately talked to me about getting products for severe acne, without me asking). I used this on the last night and my skin immediately cooled down and felt less itchy. The redness and pimples were still there, but the skin didn't feel as hot. Great mask for days in which the skin is hot and itchy due to inflammation. This mask was great fun too. I walked out of my room with this applied and my sister got a shock and started laughing hysterically. 

MEDIHEAL Tea Tree Care Solution Essential Mask

• This one uses a cellulose sheet mask that is drenched in the essence. Application can get a little messy but the mask applies on your skin very smoothly, almost like a second layer of skin. I like this because after you remove the mask, the essence gets absorbed into your skin very quickly. Sometimes I put this on for longer than the recommended time just because there's so much essence! The longest was an hour and the sheet mask was still moist to the touch. 

Neogence N3 Mandelic Acid Refinish Mask - I can't find a link for this anywhere, did Neogence discontinue this line? Here's a reddit link (one fo the users highly recommended the mask) - https://www.reddit.com/r/AsianBeauty/comments/3ogupr/random_purchases_that_end_up_surprising_you/

• This mask can get a little tingly so if you have sensitive skin, please stay away. It contains mandelic acid, a type of AHA, which is a chemical exfoliant. It's great for calming down huge painful pimples. Won't make them disappear overnight, but they will be significantly less painful. I'm currently on roaccutane so I'm not using this mask as often as before. But if you are not on such strong medication and are experiencing some painful cystic spots, this may be great for you. 

And then... there's this...

I really do not like them.

I got the Mamonde 7Days Project Sheet Mask (Soothing) via RoseRoseShop because I was intrigued. Daily mask application for 7 days?! I tried one and I hated it. The essence was so oily and sticky. Hours after I removed the mask, my skin still felt sticky and heavy. I couldn't take it anymore and just washed my face with my usual cleanser. My skin really felt like I had a hefty layer of oil on it. Not good at all.

Maybe this will be better for those with extra extra extra dry skin. Or those living in extreme cold temperatures.

So there you go! 4 current holy-grail masks and 1 meh mask. :D Now I need to restock the Innisfree It's Real Squeeze Mask, and perhaps try other brands! Any recommendations?

Quick Review: Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder VS Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder

Applying finishing powder is a must in my everyday makeup routine because of my excessively oily skin. The oiliness of my skin has somewhat improved because I have been going for freezing non-ablative laser sessions so it's okay for me to lay off the finishing powder application. However, if I don't do that, I feel INCOMPLETTTEEEEE~~ (please adjust the tune to Backstreet Boys' song. Sorry, this song just played on my spotify so....) 

I have two favourites at the moment and I really cannot decide which is the better one if I don't consider the price point. Both are my holy grail products for the finishing powder category. On some days I feel like the Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder is doing a better job, but on other days I'm on Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder's team. Very confusing, so I have decided to love both. 

Here are some product specs and claims:

Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder

• Cost: less than S$10 (I got it for S$8.50 on Qoo10 with free shipping) for 5g of product
• Highlighted ingredients: Jeju mineral powder, Jeju green tea and mint
• Claims: Double-sebum control system controls sebum secretion so well that you can forget about using oil control paper/oil blotting sheets.
• Other uses: Dry shampoo, eye primer

Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder

• Cost: S$48 for around 8.5g of product (available at Sephora)
• Highlighted ingredients: Amazonian clay
• Claims: Keeps makeup looking fresh without being chalky and can diffuse imperfections
• Other uses: can be used alone as treatment to reap benefits of Amazonian clay

So at first glance, the Innisfree one is definitely a much cheaper alternative - it's more than 5 times cheaper than Tarte. The reason why I cannot judge based on price right now is because I got the Tarte one in deluxe sample size free when I bought the Christmas special set. The deluxe sample has around 2g of product and so it's around S$11.50 worth of product. 

Even though both finishing powders seem to be for the same purpose (control oil, mattify skin etc), both are strangely different when it comes to application outcome. 

Here's a summarised breakdown of what I think about these finishing powders:

Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder

• Slightly more refreshing scent due to inclusion of mint.
• Intensity is doubled when you use the puff - you may look way too white - so I will suggest using a soft all-over face brush instead.
• Controls oil decently. My face looks put together and relatively oil-free for a longer period of time than if I exclude this from my makeup routine. 
• After 10 hours of wear, skin may look a little bit patchy around the nose area. Not sure if it's my foundation or if it's this product.
• Please do not use it as dry shampoo. My hair roots looked....dusty. O_O
• Longevity: 9-10 hours
• Great to use if you have no acne scarrings and are only concerned with oily skin. This will stick to the acne scars and make the dry skin in that area more obvious. 

Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder

• No standout scent. Great if you don't like fragrances in your products.
• No given puff, so I used only my face brush and application was delightful. Skin feels smooth after application.
• Controls oil decently as well. Not much difference from Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder.
• Longevity: 9-10 hours
• This finishing powder can be used even when you have blemishes. It will just settle nicely on top of the blemishes and it will not emphasize the dry areas. 

I used both the Innisfree one and the Tarte one interchangeably. If I feel like I have way too many blemishes on my skin, then I will use the Tarte one. If everything's looking okay, I will use the Innisfree one. So, it's great to have both! 

But of course, taking the price point into consideration, the Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder is much more superior because it does almost the same thing as the Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder. It's a great dupe! 

So which one do you think is a better finishing powder? 

Review: innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse in 03 Fresh Coral

Innisfree is one S.Korean brands that I truly trust because their products are always formulated from the goods of nature. Natural products that work for even the most sensitive skin (of course, please choose a range of Innisfree products that are specially formulated for your skin type. If you're clueless, just go in to any physical Innisfree stores and the salespeople would be more than glad to explain everything to you. I'm actually quite impressed by Innisfree as an entire brand because even the salespeople in the Singapore physical stores are friendly and informative. That's saying something you know?). 

I love, love, LOVE their Volcanic and Jejubija series. Especially great for those with oily, problematic skin and pore issues.

This time, I decided to get some beauty products. A curious mind needed to be satisfied I saw Lisa Eldridge's video on her S.Korean beauty haul and I was SO intrigued.

Hence, I browsed Qoo10 and was quite pleasantly surprised with the many products that were available for purchase. Trust me when I say I went a little overboard. I spent over S$100 on products that I want to try.

Anyway, I got the innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse in 03 Fresh Coral for S$13.40 (free shipping).

Qoo10 link

I'm on the fence with this lip mousse... Gorgeous colour and texture but incredibly painful wear after 4-5 hours. How like that?

DISCLAIMER: All photos from this review post onwards are taken using the iPhone 6 because my camera has died (Goodbye my awesome Canon G10 :( I have used it for a good 5-6 years haiyah). Quality may not be as good as previous review posts, but bear with it yeah? I'm planning to get a new camera soon yay!

The things that I love about the innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse is how pigmented the lip mousse is and how wonderfully velvety the texture is. 

However, it's not long-lasting at all and after 4 hours of wear, my lips started to peel. Obviously I'm not a lip person, hence I don't take good care of my lips at all. Some people exfoliate their lips daily and then apply a copious amount of lip balm before bed. But, I don't do any of that because I'm way too lazy. I think this laziness contributed largely to why the innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse didn't work as well on my lips in terms of longevity and hydration. 

Packaging: Fuss-free and makes me feel like I'm an environmental warrior. They use recycled materials for their product packaging and use soy-ink for printing. Talk about dedication! This is why I love innisfree as a brand. They don't talk talk, say say only. Action speaks louder than words!

I'm not sponsored by innisfree hor (although I'd love to! HOOK ME UP LEH SOMEONE), I just love their brand ideals and their products in general. 

Colour and pigmentation: innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse in 03 Fresh Coral is a gorgeous mixture of rose-red and orange. Some corals are very unforgiving because of how much orange pigment is added, but this coral shade is more suitable for everyday wear. Especially for those days when you just want to look more awake and refreshed. Pigmentation is also extremely impressive. The above photo was taken after just one application. 

Texture and application: I love applying the innisfree Creamy Tint Lip Mousse. The texture is very peculiar. Never have I applied anything that had a similar texture before. It applies like a thick BB cream, then as you spread the product out, it feels like velvet/silk?! The "mousse" part not play one. Really like chocolate mousse. Super smooth, super velvety, super downy (like feathers). 

You can apply this lip mousse in two different ways - the gradation way that S.Koreans love so much, or the usual all-over way that is foolproof for anyone. 

Longevity: As mentioned in bits and pieces above, I had quite a problem with the longevity of this lip product. My lips must be in really bad condition because after 4 hours my lips just started to crack so bad! I could peel dead skin off my lips leh! Why like this?! The moisturising properties obviously didn't work that well on me, which is quite disappointing lor. :(

Will I buy it again? I'm seriously on the fence. I saw Orchid Pink and I wanted to get it. But then again, will my lips crack every single time I apply this? Maybe I'm going to pay more attention to my lip regimen now that I'm more interested in lip products. But as of now, I'm not going to get more shades of this. Settle my own lip problems first!

Hope this is useful! Have a great weekend yeah! :)

Going crazy for Korean cosmetics

This photo is a lie. 

I have 3 more products coming from Korea, so the entire haulage is way bigger. Oops.

I just find some Korean cosmetics way more advanced than some Western brands. Traditional is almost always good, but good innovation can make traditional more convenient and more captivating. For one, the BB Cushion is an excellent revolution - even Lancôme is coming out with their own BB Cushion (which under-performed when compared to those from Korean brands, according to some online reviews)!

Fortunately Qoo10 has plenty of listings for Korean cosmetic products from sellers based in South Korea. That means prices are somewhat similar to those in South Korea (additional a few bucks for shipping lah). This is very excellent because as most Singapore dwellers will know, prices are marked up considerably in the local stores. I got the Innisfree Long Wear Cushion for less than S$20 on Qoo10 and it's retailing for more than S$30 at local Innisfree stores! Very excellent indeed, this Qoo10.

This also means I need to rethink and reorganise my makeup cupboard. Time to throw away things to make space for new things! Just in time for CNY cleaning!

BLOGMAS Day 6: Review - Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R and Spot Essence W

For new readers, a quick background of my skin type and condition - I have oily, acne-prone skin and it gets worse when I'm under stress. My acne usually sprouts (lol) at the jawline and upper-lip areas - a condition diagnosed as Google doctor as "hormonal acne". I also believe I'm in that awkward hormones-bo-balance stage (or in proper English, hormonal imbalance) so my body is rebelling and as a result my skin is not cooperating as well. Before I hit my 20s, I barely had pimples. :( I miss those days so much. 

This is why I'm always on the search for anti-acne skin products, and recently I trust South Korean brands more because they are less harsh and works as effectively as the usual spot treatment creams with benzoyl peroxide/salicylic acid. I loved the Etude House AC Clinic line and I was eager to try out other popular South Korean brands that offer an anti-acne skincare line. 

I was on Qoo10 one day (like which day am I not on Qoo10 right? HAHA) and a store selling Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble products had a time sale so I jumped at the chance! I bought both the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R and Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W for less than S$30 - a steal considering how each can go up to S$30+ in the local brick and mortar stores. 

Packaging: I really love the choice of colour for the outer packaging. This minty green colour is the perfect colour for an anti-trouble line! Words are in white instead of black, which gives it a more soothing and professional. I know, I'm looking way too much into their packaging, but this is how customers like me are intrigued to try anti-trouble products. The cleaner, less busy, more soothing and more professional the outer packaging, the more I feel like I can trust this product.

A full-sized Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R has 15ml of product, while a full-sized Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W has 30ml of product. This makes a lot of sense since both products are supposed to be used differently -

• The Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R is for more serious breakouts - especially those that are extremely irritated or painful. 
• The Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W is to soothe and treat bumpy skin (i.e. minor spots that don't hurt). 

A little bit of the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R is good enough for a really enraged pimple, hence the 15ml of product is more than sufficient. On the other hand, the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W can be applied on more areas, hence you will use this up faster than the R product - 30ml is reasonable. 

Starting with the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R:

For this product, you are instructed to use a cotton swab to apply the product on desired areas - you definitely don't want to transfer more bacteria onto your erupting painful mess by using your fingers!

On the other hand, the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W can be applied as per normal - after cleansing, toning and moisturising.

Product texture/consistency:

• the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R has a thick green consistency that dries off into powder after blending. The green colour also helps to hide the redness around the acne. 
• the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W feels more like a lightweight moisturiser that applies very well under makeup. 

Therefore, I will suggest that you use Spot Essence R at night before bed since it will leave a greenish tinge on your skin, and you can use Spot Essence W in the mornings before makeup. 

Top: Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R
Bottom: Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W

Do these work as claimed?

• the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R is marvellous. It dries up the pimple within a day and after 3 days, you have your flat surface again. The best thing is once you apply this on an incredibly painful area, the pain gradually goes away and you don't feel the pain after half a day. I really hate it when pimples are painful - most of my pimples are around my mouth area, and it affects how I smile. Like smile already, then damn pain, so sad right?? 
• the Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W, on the other hand, is just an average product. It's targeted towards minor spots that don't hurt and so it's not as obvious whether it is effective or not. I have used this for a more than 2 months on such areas, and I don't really see a difference in my skin condition. The good thing is those areas remained as they are in the 2 months, no new spots, and none of the spots evolved to face demons. 

Will I buy these again? I'll definitely purchase Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R again, but not the Spot Essence W. 

Any of my readers have more South Korean anti-acne/anti-trouble products to recommend? Do let me know if you have any good ones that you want me to try! 

Have a good weekend! :) 

Innisfree Masks from Korea (thanks Chay!)

I seriously NEED to go to S.Korea. Not for apparel shopping, but for skincare and beauty shopping. Oh man, S.Korea has some of the best skincare and beauty products, and I'm talking only about those products that are available for purchase in Singapore. I'm quite sure there are plenty of other smaller brands that have yet to be franchised internationally, and I'm pretty sure they have bombdotcom products as well. 

I already have a plan - bring a damn huge "pasar" shopping bag.  You know those that can fold, fold, fold until damn thin one, but once opened can rival Hermione's tiny beaded bag enchanted with Undetectable Extension Charm? Yah, those are very awesome. IMAGINE THE NUMBER OF SHEET MASKS I CAN BUY!!! 

Ah S.Korea, wait for me~~

Chay was in S.Korea and she helped me get so many Innisfree masks. I'm a firm believer of Innisfree's anti-trouble masks. They seem to be the most effective and you really can see a difference! 

I sent her some photos of the masks that I wanted, and Chay said she just showed the salesperson the photos and they loaded her basket with everything. Talk about awesome service!! 

I have used the Tea Tree It's Real Squeeze Mask and Tea Tree Hydro Gel Mask before and I really liked them, so I got some more of those. After browsing Innisfree's website, I saw that they had other anti-trouble masks too, so I also got some to try out. So far, the Anti-Trouble Second Skin Mask has been AMAZING. I have yet to try the Anti-Trouble Intensive Ampoule Mask (BHA), but I'm looking forward! 

I'm also a HUGE HUGE HUGE fan of the Jejubija+Aloe Capsule Recipe Sleeping Pack. A 10ml pack can last me 5-6 nights. Super wu hua. Chay got 10 for me! :D

I'm so ready for a S.Korea trip. Planned one with Chay for autumn 2015 and I'm hoping the plan will come to fruition soon.

Also, an update on my (our) HDB - we got a S$40K grant! Actually Kengyang got all the grant lah haha, I cannot get grant one since I'm not a Singapore Citizen. But aiyah in the end same same. S$20K AHG and S$20K SHG. YAY! :D

That brings me to my next big change - when should I change my citizenship? Should I or should I not? I feel like a huge traitor to Indo but....I have lived in Singapore for 16 years. I know so much more about Singapore than Indo. I even know all the words to the Singapore's national anthem and pledge. If I plan on living in Singapore for the rest of my life, then I should just change my citizenship right? But then, family-wise, I will be the first one to change. Yikes. HOW LIKE THAT?

Weekend skin pamper (Saturday)

During the weekdays, I don't usually pamper my skin very much. I'm always rushing for time in the mornings before work, so it's a quick cleanser-toner-moisturiser routine for weekday mornings. On weekday nights, I'm too tired to do anything fancy, so it's also a quick cleanser-toner-moisturiser routine, with the occasional mask or acne cream. 

That's precisely why I tend to go out all out during the weekends. I go crazy on the skincare front and pamper my skin as much as possible. Some of you may think I'm cuckoo to be using so many products, but seriously think about it, there's no way you can undo things when you regret in the future. Better start early! Also, this does not mean I'm using random products on my skin. Nope, nope, nope. I have used the products mentioned for quite a while and they are products that are suitable for my skin type (oily, acne-prone) and they don't break me out at all. 

On Saturdays, I like to tackle my acne-prone skin. On Sundays, I tackle my large pores. Here are all the products that I use on Saturdays. Do note that some products are repeat ones, I don't have like 7 different cleansers and 7 different moisturisers for 7 days lah. I want but aiyoh no space no space. 

Morning

Step 1: SK-II Facial Treatment Gentle Cleanser
Step 2: Michael Todd True Organics Organic Lemon AHA + DHAE Toner
Step 3: Annie's Way Aloe Anti-Acne Jelly Mask
Step 4: Leaders Insolution AC-Dressing Skin Clinic Mask
Step 5: The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Lotion
Step 6: Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence W

Night

Step 1: Garnier Pure Active Multi-Action Foam
Step 2: SK-II Facial Treatment Gentle Cleanser
Step 3: Michael Todd True Organics Organic Lemon AHA + DHAE Toner
Step 4: Michael Todd True Organics Antioxidant Carrot Multivitamin Serum
Step 5: Enavose Bitter Almond Decongestant Serum
Step 6: The Body Shop Tea Tree Blemish Fade Night Lotion
Step 7: Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Spot Essence R
Step 8: Clinique All About Eyes Serum
Step 9: Clinique All About Eyes Rich
Step 10: Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack (Aloe Sleeping Mask)

I really love the Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack Sleeping Mask. Always wake up with damn nice and smooth skin.

Next up - Weekend skin pamper on Sundays!!

Quick Review: Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

If you know me well, you will know that I religiously apply clay mask twice a week (Wednesdays and Sundays!). I don't stick to just one brand, I generally use all types of clay masks that claim to be beneficial and effective for oily and blemish-prone skin. I get excited when I apply clay mask on my face! It's weird! When the tingling/cooling sensation starts, I feel like I have done myself a huge favour - like "Woots! My skin is finally getting the treatment that it deserves!".

Recently, I have been wildly addicted to the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask. When I say wildly, I mean WILDLY. Usually I have a few clay masks that I rotate and use. But ever since I got the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask, I just...kept using it. No other clay masks work as well, and I think I'm hooked. I must thank Yinghui for helping me buy one when she was in S.Korea a few weeks ago!

The main reason why I love this clay mask so much is because there's no tingling sensation. Some clay masks have crazy reactions on the skin and sometimes you feel immense pain for the first couple of minutes. This sensation will eventually die down to a cooling sensation. For me, the tingling sensation means that the product is working and I don't mind that little bit of pain because I know it will go away. However, to those with sensitive skin, this sensation is way too much for the skin to handle and some users may experience redness after mask removal because their sensitive skin couldn't handle the chemical reactions.

If you're one of those people, grab the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask NOW! Upon application, there's no tingling/painful/biting sensation whatsoever, instead you get this super shiok cooling sensation. The thick and gooey clay mask applies and spreads out easily on the skin. A little bit goes a long long way and I think this 200ml container will last me more than the recommended 9 months of storage. After 15 minutes, you just remove it by using warm water (normal tap water works as well, but the removal process will be longer). After removal, my skin felt refreshed and soft and SUPER SHIOK LAH. I want to apply this mask everyday but I think that will be major overkill. Good things must tahan ("wait" - for non Singlish speakers) right? :D

I have used the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask for a good two weeks and I don't get breakouts from using it and it's actually working on the huge pores around my nose area. It's a great product to own and use if you have the habit of using clay masks in your skincare routine. Do give it a try!

ALSO,

I think the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask smells a bit like Vitasoy Malt Flavour?! So strange but since I love that drink, win-win for me. HAHA.

Have a great weekend guys! Any clay masks that you think I should try out? 

Last haul of 2013

I'm back from Taiwan and I have accumulated quite a mountain of purchases. I blame it all on my bonus. YAY Shopping! :D

I didn't do much shopping in Taiwan. Spent a hell lot of time on the bus travelling to remote places and I was too tired when we had the allocated shopping time. Once I'm back, I went CRAZY online. HAHA. All I can say is... oops? 

• ZARA Inspired Dress: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.10.01dJs2&id=36711108305 
• Blue Long-sleeve Top: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1.w4004-4962327258.12.s4KWBp&id=36391115614 
• ZARA Inspired Leather Shorts: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1.w4004-4291307551.2.G2pGG2&id=35125221673
• Fur-sleeved Winter Jacket: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1.w4004-4662936074.38.wTrNkf&id=35516375057

• Innisfree Jeju Hand Creams: http://list.qoo10.sg/item/INNISFREE-JEJU-HAND-CREAM-10-FRAGRANCE-NEW/413252857?selectedOptions=
• Mizon Parisien Eyeliner Pencil Kit: http://list.qoo10.sg/item/MIZON-FULL-EYE-MAKEUP-SET-PARISIEN/412486797?selectedOptions=
• Tosowoong Eyeliner Set: http://list.qoo10.sg/item/BEST-NO-1-EYELINER-TOSOWOONG-SEASON1/409898032?selectedOptions=;

• Flamingo Pencil Case: http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/patti-case-flamingos/
• Ice-cream Notebook: http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/big-ideas-notebook-ice-cream/
• Spirited Away 2014 Diary (SO EXCITED FOR THIS. FASTER COME!!): http://list.qoo10.sg/item/GHIBLI-STUDIO-ANIMATION-SPIRITED/413459224?selectedOptions=
• Fox Pen Holder: http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/pen-holder-fox/

• YoungHungryFree Lisa Sequin Top in Black: http://www.younghungryfree.com/collections/tops/products/lisa-sequin-top-in-black
• Uniqlo Black Jeggings: Taiwan
• Uniqlo Printed Shirt: Taiwan

• Aztec Sunday Bag (can be travel bag too cause this is HUGEEE): http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/sunday-gear-bag-intarsia-aztec/
• Bright Floral Nerd Glasses: http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/nerd-glasses-bright-floral/
• Spike Jelly Sandal: http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/spike-jelly-sandal-black/
• 5pk Soft Lace Trim Bikini (TMI but 10 bucks for the entire set!!!): http://asia.cottonon.com/shop/product/5pk-soft-lace-trim-bikini-pretty/

Happy holidays everyone! :)

Can't wait to spend my last day/night of 2013 with Mr Chung. :)

YAY HAVE A GOOD LAST COUPLE OF DAYS OF 2013! :D

Review: Innisfree Eco Nail Colours

Just a few weeks ago, I went on a nailpolish frenzy on Qoo10 because for some reason they were having so many timed sales on different nailpolishes! For those who are new to Qoo10, it's an online shopping portal based in Singapore and it was originally known as Gmarket Singapore. Twice everyday, they will have Timed Sales on different products that will be heavily discounted for a period of 6 hours. To be honest I really do check Qoo10 twice a day to see if anything catches my eye #shopaholic. 

Just when I wanted to try more Korean brand nailpolishes, Innisfree Eco Nail Colours were having a crazy Timed Sale! Originally each was S$3.50 (already a steal), but because of the Timed Sale, each nailpolish was now S$1.90. Naturally I bought more than I needed, but hey! The colours were really really eye-catching and they had so many glitter polishes!! 

Here's the link for those who want to try the nailpolishes out (no more Timed Sale though): http://list.qoo10.sg/gmkt.inc/Goods/Goods.aspx?goodscode=406797230 

Also, I need to comment on the delivery service. I was so scared that the nailpolishes will break during the postage process, but the seller wrapped everything perfectly in plenty of bubble wrap, so I was a happy customer! The delivery time is quite slow though but they send the items from Seoul, so you can't expect instant postage right? 

Here are some photos (taken from the Qoo10 product site) of the pretty nailpolish colours! :) I'm in love with all the glitter colours! 

ANNNNDDDDDD I really went crazy, buying 9 nailpolishes at a go. Call me a shopaholic, I ADMIT THAT I AM. :D But I'm a shopaholic who takes advantages of crazy bargains! :D 

Look at all those glitters!!!!! *drools*

This is #106 - the most glitterfied nailpolish in the bunch. I love how it includes glitters of every colour and shape! Amazing staying power too! I have it on now and it has been a week and NO CHIPPING AT ALL! :)

#85 - a milky pink base colour littered with pink and silver glitter chunks. Quite good on its own (layered), but I think it looks best with a hot pink colour underneath!

#74 - pink glitter bonanza. The formula is a bit thick on this one, so I think it's more tricky to apply.

#96 - a silver shimmer base nailpolish with blue flecks. AMAZINGGG

#71 - I will call this a christmas glitter party because of the gold, green and red glitters combination!

#102 - another silver shimmer base nail polish but this time with finer pink glitters. I will definitely apply this on its own. Too pretty!

#69 - A very rich navy blue. This photo seriously does the real colour NO justice.

#89 - a mix of turquoise and sky blue. Very unique!

#94 - pearl pink with gold shimmers. Amazing colour but applies rather thinly.

In all, I think these nailpolishes are beyond my expectations. I can't really go into individual nailpolishes because I haven't tried all of them yet, but based on the two that I have on right now (#94 as a base and #106 as the glitter pow-wow), I'm highly impressed. Staying power is extremely surprising and I didn't even reapply my topcoat!

Do get some if you want to try some affordable nailpolishes! :) Hope this has been useful!