Secret Garden

A few months ago, someone shared the story of Johanna Basford on facebook. Back then, I was highly intrigued by how she penned (like really "penned" because she drew EVERYTHING herself) a colouring book for adults. Some described the colouring process to be a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing one, and it really seemed interesting. As interesting as it is, I didn't want to own one because I didn't think I needed such a book. Fast forward a few months later.... I bought the book. This has resided permanently on my work desk, together with my many markers and colouring pencils, and honestly the reviews were accurate. Every single time I feel immensely stressed out, I whip this magical book out and spend a good 10-15 minutes colouring away, and the experience's always bordering on therapeutic. But then again, I believe I will be over 30 years old when I finally finish colouring the entire book.

I also recently did a very tiring wardrobe cleansing. Spring cleaning my closet is not something that I enjoy doing, but it has to be done because I couldn't close the cupboard doors properly ah. So, I sold my stuff on Carousell and so far response has been positive and overwhelming. Highly because I sold my items for so cheap. This clean-out has left quite a commendable amount of space in my wardrobe and so now I'm eager to get new things. 旧的不去，新的不來! (Non-Chinese speakers - this just means if you don't get rid of the old, how do you welcome the new?) 

I have thought it through thoroughly (wah this phrase was strangely shiok to write haha) and I think I have a few items that I really need in my collection. I searched for so many cross-body bags, shift dresses and ballet flats online! It's time to get nice, high-quality ones that will last. Taobao products are great because they are so cheap, but most of the time, they don't last. Shall wait for my pay to come in to revamp my wardrobe!

Phew, this turned out to be quite a chit-chatty post. 

A couple of eyeshadow palettes and a couple of lip products reviews coming soon! 

Have a great week ahead!

Need: NYX Intense Butter Gloss

NYX, your lip products game is too well-played. 

They launched the NYX Intense Butter Gloss a few months back and I'm attracted to SO MANY shades. 

The great thing is, NYX always has amazingly affordable price points, so I can buy multiple shades at once without feeling like I've been robbed. 

The above swatch video is from the gorgeous BeautywithEmilyFox. She does amazing swatch videos and I love supporting smaller YouTube channels because their contents are very much sincere and less profit-oriented. 

BUT YES...

Here are the colours that I need to buy ASAP: 

• Tres Leche (nude mauve pink)
• Toasted Marshmallow (deep chocolate red with a tinge of purple)
• Funnel Delight (bright fuchsia pink)
• Orangesicle (bright orange)

... then they have the High Voltage Lipsticks and I still want to collect more of their Soft Matte Lip Creams. 

Just take all my money lah!!!! 

Want: Annie's Way Jelly Mask (Taiwan)

Bubzbeauty, BeautyQQ and BREN LUI 大佬B (all my favourite Asian Youtubers) all highly recommended the Annie's Way Jelly Mask from Taiwan and I was convinced to give the product a try. 

It's currently only available online in Singapore (Glamabox - S$27 each) and it's available in physical stores in Malaysia (Facebook). 

I didn't want to pay S$21 (currently on promotion) for a tub of jelly mask, so I decided to try my luck on Taobao. ALAS! Taobao is truly a magical place. I found many many sellers selling the Annie's Way Jelly Masks, and I chose the one with the most number of positive reviews - just in case some sellers decided to sell fake ones at a cheaper price. Buying skincare on Taobao is a little bit tricky because you really have to read through all the reviews. You certainly do not want to waste the money on fake ones! 

So yes, the jelly masks were RMB50 each and I added them into Kengyang's cart! :D Can't wait! Apparently, it's really good in helping to remove blackheads! You apply a thick 0.3-0.5cm all over your face for a good 30 minutes and then scrape off with the provided tool. The blackheads on the nose area will be softened and it will much more easily removed using the appropriate blackhead-removing tool. This also means less pressing and less redness. Also, it's supposed to help brighten dull skin. 

I got two of the Annie's Way Jelly Masks - the Arbutin + Hyaluronic Acid Brightening Jelly Mask and the Aloe Moisturising Jelly Mask. 

The Arbutin + Hyaluronic Acid Brightening Jelly Mask is for whitening, moisturizing, minimising fine lines, and leaving the skin radiantly bright.

The Aloe Moisturising Jelly Mask is suitable for oily and acne prone skin, and can be used after sun exposure. 

Do let me know if I can get these masks in any physical stores in Singapore! 

Have a good week ahead! :) 

Want: DIVERGENT COSMETICS Divergent Multi-Piece Collector's Kit

Are you freaking kidding me right now? An entire makeup set inspired by Divergent?! YES PLEASE. This retails for US$59.50 and it's currently sold out. Will this reach Singapore? Sephora SG, please bring this in! I will definitely buy it!! *drools*

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Photo from Temptalia

Photo from Temptalia

Photo from Temptalia

Photo from Temptalia

The Divergent Multi-Piece Collector's Kit includes

• 12 High Pigment Eye Shadows  
• 3 High Gloss Transforming Eye Shadows 
• 2 Long-Wear Blush
• 1 Shimmering Bronzer 
• 1 Radiant Glow Illuminator 
• 4 High-Shine Lip Glosses  
• 1 Double-ended eye and cheek brush 

YES PLEASE OHMYGOODNESS. I WANT I WANT I WANT I WANT!

Temptalia's swatches also look very very promising. Aiyoh, why is my beauty lemmings never ending?!

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Want: HARNN Cymbopogon Hand Cream

The HARNN Cymbopogon Hand Cream is my new favourite hand cream. It smells so refreshing and it eliminates your fatigue! The only downside is it's kind of expensive - S$45 for 100g on Luxola.

My colleague gave me some samples and this hand cream is simply divine. Absorbs like a dream, no stickiness at all, and it smells soooooooooooo good.

It smells like a very tangy lemon candy. The HARNN Cymbopogon Hand Cream has both lemongrass and lavender scents and I think the lemongrass really kicks away your tiredness. I always apply some in the morning and I don't feel sleepy anymore?! Better than coffee lor.

Also, I love how fast it gets absorbed. The ultimate test to how fast it gets absorbed is when I go to the toilet 10 minutes after application. I dread going to the toilet after applying hand cream because when you wash your hands, you get that weird soapy slippery feeling. With this, NO SUCH THING. The cream's completely absorbed!! VERY EXCELLENT.

I really want this. But urgh, why so expensive?! I can only rely on samples now. Meh.

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Want: MAC Diva & MAC Media Lipsticks

I don't know what's up with me nowadays. I just want to buy dark-coloured lippies?! It's even more queer because I don't even apply lipsticks before I go out. Maybe buying the two lipsticks below will motivate me to try out vampy lip colours? :D

I think a vampy lip with a heavily-mascaraed nude eye will look perfect! Ok, ok, I need to try!! 

Yes to MAC Media or MAC Diva or both? Heehee.

MAC Media - Photos from: Temptalia

MAC Diva - Photo from: X

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Highly Raved Drugstore Foundations (Revlon, Neutrogena and CoverGirl)

Yes, I want them all. It has been a known fact to close friends and family that I will not step out of my house without some form of blemish-concealing on my face. As tiring and high-maintenance as it sounds, I only spend a couple of minutes on this daily, so it's not that tedious lah.

Now that my acne freakout (yes, I'd rather call it a freakout than a breakout because I truly freaked and sobbed) is somewhat under control, I'm starting to experiment with liquid foundations again. But, I'm not as adventurous this time round. My focus will be oil-free, liquid foundations that are formulated specially for or suitable for oily/acne-prone skin. Exciting huh?

There are sooooooo many that I want to possess but I don't have all the money in the world, so self-control is needed. Drugstore liquid foundations!

I read quite a number of beauty blogs and subscribe to lots of beauty youtubers, and the 3 most raved about drugstore foundations have been these 3. I really want them all!!

1. CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation
2. Neutrogena SkinClearing Oil-Free Liquid Makeup
3. Revlon ColorStay for Combination/Oily Skin

I know the Revlon one has been around for eons but it's so expensive in Singapore?! I'd rather join a Drugstore.com spree - so much cheaper! 

What's your favourite drugstore liquid foundation? 

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2014 Beauty Wants

1. URBAN DECAY Naked3 Palette

2. VIKTOR & ROLF Flowerbomb

3. MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Complexion Starter Kit

4. NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base

5. KAT VON D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation

6. URBAN DECAY Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Makeup

I really want to try out more high-end liquid foundations. Especially those with full coverage ones! MONEY, FALL FROM THE SKY NOW! 

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Want! - Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Vault (40 Colours!!)

How are these not incredible and breathtaking? I want ALL OF THEM. I WANT THE VAULT.

Problem is, the set costs US$295 and it's a limited edition set. I'm beyond depressed.

Urban Decay, I hope you release this set again in the coming future. By then I'll be working and I'll HAVE THE MONEY TO SPARE.

Pretty please?