Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

     Hi dearies! Weeks ago I accepted Kiehl's Philippines #WokeUpLikeThis challenge. I posted a photo of my bare face on my Instagram account @Kathneko. That photo was taken upon waking up, I can say that my skin was dull and a bit oily. I have a fair skin tone and there are times that I look pale and sickly. I've been searching for a skin care product that will restore moisture and make my skin glow even without makeup. To tell you honestly, I'm shy to show you my bare face photo. Yes, acne and other skin impurities are not visible already because of organic soaps and current skincare routine but the healthy glow is missing.

     This product is a cult fave and been raved by beauty bloggers worldwide. It's also in my lemming for the longest time not until Kiehl's Philippines sent me this bottle. I've been using this product for more than two weeks now and I can say the texture of my skin is different and it's glowing when I look in the mirror first thing in the morning! More information about the product below, scroll down please :)

Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

The Sorcery to Skin Recovery

     Wake up to younger-looking skin with the Midnight Recovery Concentrate. Look like you’ve had 8 hours of sleep despite only having 4 with Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate! It is a powerful concentration, specifically formulated to biologically replicate skin’s natural lipids, optimally programmed to best absorb active ingredients, typically between 12 midnight to 4 am. With its ingredients – the Anhydrous Squalane, night-blooming Evening Primrose, therapeutic Lavender, Coriander and Rose Hip Seed Oils, and other nourishing oils, the Midnight Recovery Concentrate is your elixir to the restoration of youthful skin in the morning.

Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

• Concocted with a unique blend of essentially nourishing oils that enhances the skin’s nocturnal functions that help reduce visible lines and wrinkles
• Repairs and fortifies the skin’s barriers making skin firmer and resilient to damage
• Gives the skin vital nutrients when it is most, rendering the skin’s radiance and improving its smoothness

Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

size: 30 ml/ 1oz

price: 2,895 (Around $64.00+)

place bought: Free

Visit their stores at Alabang Town Center (02) 823-2425, Ayala Center Cebu (32) 401-1542, Greenbelt 5 (02) 728-9561, Power Plant Mall Rockwell (02) 621-6295, Shangri-la Plaza East Wing (02) 477-3916, SM Aura (02) 955-2274, SM Makati (02) 893-7968, SM Mall Of Asia (02) 659-7698, SM Megamall (02) 696-7009, SM North EDSA (02) 351-3620, TriNoma Mall (02) 576-4893

instructions for use: Apply 2-3 drops on cleansed skin. Gently press fingertips to cheeks, forehead, and chin to evenly distribute the application before gently massaging it into the skin. Can wear alone or under moisturizer

ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Squalane, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Evening Primrose Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Lavender Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Citronellol, Geraniol, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Turmeric Root Extract, Limonene, Citral, Sclareolide, Rose Flower Oil, Jasmine Extract, Sunflower Seed Oil

Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate
The texture is runny

   
     Here's a photo of moi after 14 days of using Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate every night. No bb cream, face powder, and eyeliner. I used my favorite eyebrow powder to fill in my brows. You can see a more healthy skin, even though I have eyebags I'm not shy to show a selfie of my bare face. I don't have flawless skin. You can still see the freckles on my cheeks. It's all the glow and the radiance that's why I highly recommend this product :)

Product Review: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate
Selfie no filter :)

What I like:

• The scent- even though it's herbal-like I can tolerate it. This one smells lavender.
• Made from natural extracts and beauty oils. See list of ingredients :)
• A little amount goes a long way, as in a long way. I only need 2-3 drops for my entire face. I think this 30 ml bottle will last for a year!
• Very handy and travel-friendly bottle.
• Kiehl's MRC is easily absorbed once applied.
• Non-greasy and I don't feel the oily texture once the concentrate is absorbed by my skin.
• There's a soothing and calming effect after application.
• The glow is really obvious in the morning after waking up.
• Made my skin soft and smooth to touch.
• It made my face brighter.
• Easily accessible.
• Batch and manufacturing date printed at the bottom of the packaging.
• Free from paraben, fragrance, and mineral oil.

What I don't like:

• It gave me a small cystic pimple on my chin.
• It will be expensive for budget-conscious individuals.

Will I repurchase?: Yes but not for now because this bottle will last me for a year. 

Recommendation:

      I give this product a 4.25/5 rating. This serum is one of the best skin care products that I have tried to date. Even though it gave me a small cystic pimple on the first 3 days of use, the glowing skin is what I'm aiming for. I can live with one cystic pimple because I know it will heal in the next few days. I have a spot treatment for that so I'll just leave the pimple and concentrate more on what this product is meant for- healthy and glowing skin with fine lines/pre-mature wrinkle eraser on the side.

     I've been hearing positive reviews about it even before I started blogging so this one is on my skincare wish list for a very long time as what I've mentioned above. I'm glad that Kiehl's Philippines sent me a full-sized bottle to try. I'm crossing this on my wishlist but will definitely not crossing on my next skincare essentials shopping list :) I highly recommend this product. It's also an anti-aging regimen so if you're on your late 20's, you might need this to start your anti-aging regimen early.

For more information about Kiehl's visit their website: http://www.kiehls.com/

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Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This product was sent to me by Kiehl's Philipines for their #WokeUpLikeThis Kiehl's Day to Night Challenge. The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product. We have different skin types. What works for me may not work for you or vice versa.

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer

     Too much exposure to sun and heat can make our skin dry and itchy. It's still summer here in the Philippines and many women would skip wearing mini skirts and sleeveless blouses because of dry skin. Dry skin is usually obvious in exposed parts of the body like arms and legs. The answer to this dilemma is to apply a moisturizing lotion but some women feel so uncomfortable after applying a moisturizing lotion especially in this kind of weather.

     Jergens wants to help women have amazing skin even in summer. Our moisturizers are specially formulated to be absorbed quickly by the skin to prevent that “icky” feeling that usually comes with applying lotion on the skin. In addition, Jergens comes equipped with Hydralucence, a unique technology that keeps skin moisturized throughout the day by forming a continuous layer of moisture on the skin. This keeps skin, keeping it hydrated and at the same times gives while giving it a luminous look.

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer
Jergens Moisturizer variants: Jergens Soothing Aloe Refreshing Moisturizer, Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer, Jergens Daily Moisture Dry Skin Moisturizer, and Jergens Original Scent Dry Skin Moisturizer

Jergens has two variants that will keep you cool and refreshed this summer:

Jergens Soothing Aloe Refreshing Moisturizer

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer
Jergens Soothing Aloe Refreshing Moisturizer

• Enriched with Aloe, Eucalyptus and Cucumber extracts, it relieves skin of the dryness caused by prolonged exposure to the sun. 
• Combined with Hydralucence technology, you get visibly refreshed skin in an instant! It's perfect for women who love the great outdoors. 

     Some women also want to moisturize their skin at night. After taking a bath, it's time to relax and let your skin breathe from all the daytime activities. Here's a product that will recharge and fully hydrate your skin.

     
Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer 

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer

Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer

• It has a powerful blend of Vitamins C, E, and B5, and it penetrates through 5 layers of skin, nourishing and healing the skin from within. 
• It is also infused with Hydralucence technology, resulting in visibly healthier skin upon application.

     If you have normal skin and longing for a lotion that has a subtle sweet scent, then I recommend Jergens Original Beauty Lotion. The scent of this lotion is classic. If we will have a blindfold sniff test, I'm sure that you will guess the right brand of lotion when you sniff this variant. Jergens is famous for their cherry almond scent!

Jergens Original Scent Dry Skin Moisturizer

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer
Jergens Original Scent Dry Skin Moisturizer

• Relieves dry skin with moisture-rich hydration to reveal deeply luminous, visibly softer skin. 
• Best for: Normal to dry skin. 
• Restores skin‘s luminosity with a unique illuminating HYDRALUCENCE™ blend and nourishing hydrators. 
• Provides dry skin with long-lasting moisture to soften and visibly improve skin‘s tone and texture. 
• Leaves skin lightly fragranced with JERGENS classic Cherry-Almond scent.

Jergens Daily Moisture Dry Skin Moisturizer

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer
Jergens Daily Moisture Dry Skin Moisturizer

• Instantly moisturizes rough, dry skin to reveal skin that‘s deeply radiant and 4x as smooth. 
• Rough, dry skin. 
• Smoothes and relieves rough, dry skin. With a unique illuminating HYDRALUCENCE™ blend, Silk Proteins, and Citrus Extracts. 
• Provides a continuous multi-layer of moisture to smooth skin and improve skin‘s tone, texture, and luminosity. 
• Locks in moisture for up to 24 hours and leaves skin with a soft, alluring scent. 

     Go ahead and don your most comfortable and flattering summer wear without worrying about dry skin. Make applying Jergens Moisturizers a habit and don't leave home without it. Look gorgeous in any attire you choose this summer with your stunning skin from Jergens!

Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens Moisturizer

     
     Jergens Moisturizers are distributed in the Philippines by Vibelle Distribution, Inc and are available in leading Department Stores, Supermarkets, and retailers nationwide.

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Product Review: Physiogel Cleanser

     When Kenzo was still a baby, I'm delighted to touch his soft, smooth, and supple skin. He had no other skin-related problems or pediatric skin infections that some mothers always complain. I make that I use gentle, fragrance-free cleansers, soaps and body wash. I'm loyal to a famous brand of baby soap and body wash until last year when the soap and the body wash wasn't able to deliver its promise in their gently cleanses without drying the skin battle cry.

     Anyhoo, I'm not ditching that brand. I think it's because the weather is erratic and colder months made Kenzo's skin extra dry than the usual. After taking a bath, I can see him scratching his legs while complaining that it started to itch. When I touched his legs, it feels tight and looks rough. Dry skin it is! I did not worry because I have the solution on how to combat dry skin. PHYSIOGEL Cleanser to the rescue! I have stocks of this hypoallergenic skin care line. From cleansers to cream and lotions, glad that I have kept a few bottles inside my closet. The products was given as a token from previous events that I've attended. So without further ado, here's my honest to goodness review of PHYSIOGEL Cleanser as per Kenzo's experience :) Click CONTINUE READING and discover how to make skin less sensitive and dry.

Product Review: Physiogel Cleanser

Olay Conversations Season 3 Launch #BestBeautiful

     Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, Beauty is subjective, and Simplicity is beauty- three famous quotes about beauty that I have in mind when someone asks me what is my definition of beauty. But what will be the answer when someone asks you what is Best Beautiful? I'm sure the answers would be more on the physical aspect of a women, like her flawless skin, doll-like eyes, slim physique, and so on and so forth. 

     I noticed that there are things beyond physical aspects that we take for granted about the definition of beauty. I'm happy that Olay invited me to a night of empowerment as they launch the third season of Olay Conversations hosted by Boy Abunda. The event was recently held at The Blue Leaf Pavilion, an intimate night where three inspiring women KC Concepcion, Kathryn Bernado and Bea Valdes shared their inspiring stories how to be the #BestBeautiful. This event made me realize that I should refuse settle for anything less than the best. See highlights of the event after the jump, click CONTINUE READING and become your best beautiful with Olay :)

Olay Conversations Season 3 Launch #BestBeautiful

Physiogel #FreeInMySkin Launch

     Freedom is the state of being free, and women experience many issues, especially in their skin care needs and desires to break free!

     To be free is the right of every modern woman. The freedom to make her own decisions and pursue her dreams and passion. 

   But that freedom should begin from within, from loving oneself and liberating it from insecurities. Being free is being comfortable in one’s own skin. Unfortunately dry, sensitive skin may cause emotional struggles and self-doubt, making them miss out on life’s many opportunities each day. 

     Physiogel®, the number-one most prescribed moisturizer by dermatologists, empowers everyFilipina to fully participate in life with the launch of the FreeInMySkin Movement. To know more about Physiogel and The FreeInMySkin Movement click CONTINUE READING and join the campaign to fight dry and sensitive skin.

Physiogel #FreeInMySkin Launch

Product Review: Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Ageing Day Moisturizer with SPF 15

     Hello dearies! Today, I'll be sharing a review of another infamous skincare product that's on my wishlist for quite some time. My mother-in-law made that wish come true when she gave me a bottle of Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Ageing Day Moisturizer with SPF 15 last November when she arrived from Saudi Arabia. This moisturizer was sitting in my stash for four months before I decided to give it a try. I'm still using my favorite organic moisturizer the time I received this product that's why it took months before I started using it. 

     The first week was oh so good that I cannot stop myself from looking at the mirror peeking at my glowing skin. There's a certain glow that I don't know how to explain. Yes, it's like this product is making my skin look younger and fresher. But after a couple of weeks, something bothered me and made me decide to stop using the product. I can say I have a love-hate relationship with Olay Total Effects and decided to call it quits after two months of usage. If you want to know why click CONTINUE READING and find out.

Product Review: Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Ageing Day Moisturizer with SPF 15

Product Review: Be Organic Emu Skin Perfecting Cream

     Hello dearies! I'm very excited to share my review today because it's another first :) It's my first organic/natural face cream to date :) I'm a long time user of GNC Vitamin C Moisturizing cream and consumed more than five tubs already. And because I'm slowly incorporating organic products to my body and hair care essentials, I think now is the right time to have one for the face. 

     Remember my post about my discover of a new brand of organic soap that I've posted months ago? I mused my story there when I first saw the brand Be Organic. Aside from the soaps, this EMU Skin Perfecting cream caught my attention. I asked the SA about this cream and she said that it's a new product from Be Organic and explained to me that it's packed with vitamins and natural skin perfecting ingredients. Sounds very pleasing to the ears and kudos to the SA who knew what she really sells. Back to my story, I was tempted to buy a tub that time but I just brought an exact amount of money that day. So I said to myself that I'll come back for this cream on my next visit to SESOU store whether it's at Trinoma or Robinson's Galleria branch. But this lemming or wish came true when Ms. Cheryl of Be Organic Bath and Body sent me samples of their products. I'm really not expecting that she included a full-sized EMU Skin Perfecting Cream when I received my package. All I know is that she will just send me soaps because it was the only thing that I've mentioned on my previous post about my review on the Papaya Kojic soap. It's very heart warming when you're not expecting to receive products beyond your expectations. Don't get me wrong but I'm really overwhelmed with the products she sent me. 

     Are you familiar with Emu oil? Have you heard this miraculous product that came from the Emu bird? Click CONTINUE READING to know more information about the benefits and of course about this cream.

Be Organic EMU Skin Perfecting Cream 

Product Review: iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizing Cream

     Here's the continuation review of another iWhite Korea product that was sent to me by Biocostech Phils. Corp. Yes, it's the continuation because I've mentioned in my last post (iWhite Korea Whitening Pack) that this is a good moisturizer to use after the peeling. This water-based moisturizer is a great combination to the Whitening Pack because it delivers in moisturizing your face, making it soft and supple plus the cooling sensation it gives that can make a stressed skin very relax. I presume you already read positive reviews about this moisturizing cream from beauty bloggers weeks ago so here's my take on iWhite Korea Moisturizing Cream.

     iWhite Korea is a skin care brand formulated in Korea that specializes not only in whitening the skin but also in improving its overall texture through the natural plant extracts in their products that are refined through Bio-Nanotechnology.

     iWhite Korea Moisturizing Cream is a water-base moisturizer refined by Bio-Nanotechnology, making it more potent, giving a more radiant and fair complexion. It revitalizes and improves skin condition, protects skin against cellular damage and premature aging, maintains elasticity and firmness of the skin and leaves a cool and refreshing feeling. Ideal for all skin types :)

iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizing Cream
ALOE VERA
Protects your skin from sunburn, inflammation, redness, itching, and other allergies. Acts as a regular moisturizer, hydrates the skin without greasy feel. Has Salicylic Acid, Vitamins C and E.
Makes the skin smooth and glowing. Has the capacity to remove stretchmarks and blemishes.

Mulberry Extract
Contains Arbutin which inhibits melanin production. A better natural alternative to hydroquinone and also the most potent, most gentle substitute for it. Soothing even in high concentrations.
Reduces uneven skin tone and appearance of dark spots. Helps in cell regeneration.

Panax Ginseng
Reduces wrinkles and refines skin. Promotes cell regeneration. Helps in collagen production.
Helps removes scars.

Green Tea
Contains vitamins for skin regeneration. Strengthening and repair. Contains anti-bacterial agents that help prevent acne formation.

iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizing Cream

size: 1.76oz (50g) Tube and

6g Sachet

price: 169 php (Around $4.12)

20 php (Around $0.50)

place bought: Free

Available at Watsons, Mercury Drug and leading department stores and groceries nationwide! I also saw a cute kiosk inside a convenience store along Katipunan ave that sells iWhite Korea products ^_^

instruction for use: Apply it on a cleansed face and can be applied with iWhite Facial Cream. For best results, use twice a day.

Active ingredients:  Mulberry Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Green Tea Leaf Extract.

Also contains: Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Dimethiconol, Cyclomethicone, Allantoin, Panthenol, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Fragrance, Blue L.

iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizing Cream
Gel like consistency and a cute blue color too :)

What I like:

• The price- very affordable. 
• The scent is not over powering. Smells like baby powder that's very mild to my nose.
• I love the cooling sensation it gives. It's very relaxing especially this summer season. 
• I love the gel like texture-very easy to apply, the consistency is great for my combination skin.
• My skin feels velvety smooth and soft to touch.
• It made my pimple smaller after 2 days of consecutive use, on the 3rd and 4th day it's totally dry. 
• It's very light on my face, even if it's very hot my face doesn't feel sticky because of the moisturizer.
• No breakouts, allergies or whatsoever.
• If you have dry skin, this product is a must try! When spreading the product on my face, I can see tiny droplets of water meaning it's really made to hydrate the skin.
• Sealed with a foil, freshness guaranteed.
• It's available in convenient sizes, a full-sized in tube (50g) and in sachet (6g). 
• Easily accessible.
• There's a batch and manufacturing date printed on it.

What I don't like:

• None 

Will I repurchase? Yes! I'm planning to purchase the whole iWhite Korea Skin Care line

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5 rating. This product does the job in moisturizing my face. I know some individuals with oily and combination skin veered away or tend to skip moisturizers because they think it will make them more oily. If you haven't found your moisturizer then try this water-based formula and I'm sure you'll gonna love this!

     Have you tried iWhite Korea products? Share the your experience! Don't forget to like their Facbook page here: iWhite Korea and follow their Twitter account here: iWhitekorea for more updates and exciting promos!

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This product was sent to me by iWhite Korea for review. The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product. 

Skin Care Essential Haul + Bazaar

     Hi dearies! I just want to share things I accumulated from my "tipid mode"/ beauty on a budget shopping and an unexpected purchases from the Bazaar for All Season last November 4 (Sunday) with le hubby and my parents. 

     This mini haul is always on my list whenever I go shopping for my skin care essentials because all of them are my HG's. I forgot how many times I bought these products except the Quick FX which was my second sachet. If you wanna know why these products tops my list and why I considered them my skin's best-bestest friend read my reviews here ^_^

Asian Secrets Lulur Body Scrub

GNC Vitamin C Moisturizing Cream

Quick FX Pimple Eraser

Snoe White Vitamin C Rich Calamansi Beauty Bar

Snoe White The Special Black Bleaching Bar

     I wanted to support my favorite fashion bloggers that's why I decided to drop by at the Bazaar for All Season last November 4 and that's a Sunday. Shopping wasn't a plan at all until my parents got delighted with the mark down prices of shoes and clothes. Even though we only have an hour to window shop, they managed to buy something that's worth every peso :D Surprisingly, the hubby gave his signal for me to shop ^_^ but there was a limit to my budget and this were all I got.

Floral Bustier Top

Chiffon Button down Polo

Anagon "ZERO" Wire Bracelet
Simone's Fashion Closet Necklace

     Souvenir photo from the Bazaar for All Season with Ana Gonzales and my son Kenzo/Zero. Wasn't able to take photo from fashion bloggers because they're all busy packing their stuff coz it's closing time :( Twas great seeing fashion bloggers! Hope to see you all next Bazaar!

Photo from anagonzales.com

Good Times!~

   

My Skin Care Regimen

     Hi loves! I'm worrying that another typhoon (Helen) will give sleepless nights and panic attacks to those living near rivers, creeks and low lands. After a day of sunshine here's another day of gloomy sky. If only we can talk to mother nature and ask her to give us normal amount of rainfall then we'll all be appease. Let's just pray that God will guide and give us strength and patience to endure all these natural disasters that we have to face.
     Today is errands day and we're off to Sm Fairview for some grocery and window shopping :D I'm also excited because the kiddo in me wants to play arcade games, weeee!~ So before going outside, I want to share my skin care regimen. Almost all of these skin care products became my HG (holy grail). Believe me when I say that I've tried and tested these soaps since 2009. Some brands specially with the soap only became my favorites this year. 

     My facial soaps- I use this soap once or twice a day. I also use a special soap e.g my skin is acting up or I want to lighten dried up zits.

ALL ORGANICS CALAMANSI

Step 1: I leave the soaps lather for 2 minutes then rinse.

SNOE WHITE VITAMIN C RICH CALAMANSI

SNOE WHITE SPECIAL BLACK BLEACHING SOAP

Step 2: After the Calamansi soap (ALL ORGANICS/SNOE WHITE) I leave the soaps lather on my
face for 2 minutes then rinse.

CYLEINA KOJIC ACID SOAP

FOR PIMPLE MARKS

ALL ORGANICS TOMATO LIME

FOR ACNE BREAK-OUTS

     I only use one toner before until I tried something that is almost close to organic because of its ingredients (will make a review soon)- All Organics Lemongrass Facial toner and Dr. Skin Oil Control Toner

ALL ORGANICS LEMONGRASS 

My new love! I included this on my skin care regimen because it helped me lessen my pimples during my monthly period.

     For my moisturizer- I only use GNC Vitamin C Moisturizer and Camaru Naturals Camellia Oil

DAY

NIGHT, I ALSO USE THIS AS MY UNDER EYE CREAM

     And for my face mask- I use Purederm's Dual Well-Being twice a week.

     Basically that's it! I will update this post later. I want to add something but I can't find the pictures of them. Hope you enjoyed reading this. Stay safe everyone!

Good Times!~