Product Review: ACNE CARE Lactoferrin Anti-Acne Complex

     Hi dearies, how's your weekend so far? Mine still has the paralyzed lazy body feeling from this cold weather. But there's another factor causing this but I'm still unsure if this is the right time to tell you. I'l just let you know if it's confirmed :) Now back to my post, this is a long overdue review since I already finished 3 bottles of this supplement last year. Our friends from Vida Nutri Science Inc. sent me this product for feature and I was intrigued with the benefits. Who doesn't want a pimple free skin? Since this is an organic supplement I decided to give it a shot and see the significant effect on my pimple prone and blemished skin. Here's a brief description of the supplement. For those who can't find a stock of this product in leading drugstore, you may find one at http://www.cheskasstore.net/

AcneCare Fight Pimples from the Inside Naturally

     Comprises of a proprietary blend that derives a bioactive complex rich Lactoferrin , Linumlife and zinc gluconate. AcneCare is based on milk's many bioactive components with specific physiological effects to support the reduction of blemishes and redness associated with a bad complexion. The most essential mechanisms are the anti-microbial, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to help promote a healthy complexion from the inside.

• Clinically proven against Acne.

• Helps you get rid of acne, red spots and blemishes.

• Also works for body acne and adult acne.

• Promotes and maintains healthy skin and clear complexion.

AcneCare contains 3 Anti- Acne Complex:

Lactoferrin- Lactoferrin plays a supportive role in nourishing the skin from the inside through three mechanisms: anti-microbial (enhances the body's natural defenses against bacteria), anti-inflammatory (helps assist reduction in redness associated with a poor complexion), and antioxidant (helps aid the repair of damaged skin cells from blemishes.

LinumLife Complex provides lignans from Flax, a well-recognized group of phytoestrogens with estrogenic and anti-estrogenic action, which helps in the treatment of acne. Produced through a proprietary process, LinumLife Complex is concentrated and provides between 10 to 30 times more lignans than whole flax or other flax ingredients.

Zinc facilitates the production and regulation of about 200 hormones in your body, and one of that is testosterone. It is known that testosterone is one of the main promoters of acne. Intake of zinc may prevent potential hormone imbalances that can lead to outbreaks.

Zinc is also closely involved in protein synthesis and in collagen formation in your body, both of which are essential in the maintenance of healthy skin and in normalizing production of skin oils. Zinc can help heal your blemishes, reduce the inflammation, and reduce the androgenic effect of hormones on your skin.

ACNE CARE Lactoferrin Anti-Acne Complex
AcneCare 30 capsules/bottle at Php 885.00 good for two weeks use.

ACNE CARE Lactoferrin Anti-Acne Complex

ACNE CARE Lactoferrin Anti-Acne Complex

size: 30 capsules/bottle good for 2 weeks use

price: 885 php (Around $21.00+)

place bought: free 

Available at all leading Mercury Drug, Watsons and Southstar Drugstore

Also available at  http://www.cheskasstore.net/

instruction for use: Take 1 capsule every morning and evening (2 daily) or as directed by a healthcare professional.

ingredients: PER CAPSULE- Lactoferrin 100mg, Linumlife Extra 25mg, Zinc Gluconate 6.4mg

What I like:

• It's organic.
• It's odorless.
• Capsule size is easy to swallow.
• No negative reactions or whatsoever.
• During the time I'm taking this supplement, my skin felt soft and smooth and less oily.
• It helped me lessen my cystic pimples during my period.

What I don't like:

• The price can be a bit steep for teenagers specially on their adolescence stage because this is the time where breakouts begin. If they will maintain this supplement, it will cost them around 1,800+ for a months supply. I'm sure moms will skip this and let them cure acne breakouts through topical ointments.

Will I repurchase? Yes, it's in the realm of possibility.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4/5 rating. This is my first time taking an anti acne supplement and I'm impressed even thought it didn't gave me the kinis (smooth) skin that I wanted to achieve. It still helped me though in managing breakouts during my period. The products they sent me are good for 1 and a half month supply so I guess it will take months before I see the maximum result. Maybe taking it religiously for 3 months will totally heal existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. But if given a chance, I will take this supplement again since this is organic and doesn't contain harmful chemicals. 

     Have you tried taking medicines or supplements to combat acne breakouts or skin imperfections before? Please share your experiences. Thank you so much!!!

You may also order at Cheska's Online Store

email: cheskasstore@yahoo.com

mobile numbers: 0915-3463000, 0922-5458124 and 0928-3997789

Like them on Facebook: Cheska's Store

Follow them on Instagram: @cheskasstore

Good Times!~

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

Product Review: Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue

     Neutrogena Wipes, Purederm Makeup Cleansing Tissues and Nivea Visage Cleansing Wipes were among the trusted facial wipes brand that I've tried. I'm using Purederm Makeup Cleansing Tissue for the longest time now because it can remove my day/light makeup without the sticky feel. But when I have full face makeup on, I'm sure Purederm needs extra help but it's much better if I can find another makeup cleansing tissue that can be labeled as heavy duty! Something that can removed even the toughest stain from cheek and lip tints, pigmented lipsticks and waterproof makeup. Thanks to Tony Moly, for giving us affordable and effective line of skin care products. So how did I discovered this Floria cleansing tissue? Here's a very short story...

     The day before The Glorietta Vibe, I was preparing for the stuff and my makeup for that event suddenly pop up in my mind. I knew that bringing makeup remover and cottonballs can take some of the space in my bag so I need to look for something travel friendly and of course can do the job. I went to Sm Fairview and passed by Tony Moly, I saw a poster of the Floria line but had no idea that this line also has makeup cleansing tissue. When I saw the shelves where this cleansing tissue was sitting, I grabbed it immediately. I didn't read the label and just rushed to the cashier. After paying, I was ecstatic why I brought this and have doubts if this product will work. I have no choice but to bring this to the event, I don't want to waste my time and money and regret that I bought it. During the event, I need to remove my day makeup, upon using this I saw my face very clean and refreshed. That's the time I said to myself this product works! After more than 3 uses, First during the Vibe event, Second after my FAB Holiday Makeover at the Jing Monis Salon and lastly in the photo below after the wedding that we attended last Decemeber.  

     Now here's my take on Tony Moly's Floria cleansing tissue, read more to find out if this cleansing wipes can remove all the traces of heavy makeup.

Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue
This cleansing tissue, with the plant-based detoxification ingredients of Hibiscus, and Calendula extracts, removes the residue of make up without leaving a sticky feeling. 
Cleansing tissue from flower extract ingredients that has a mild and light usage
(Available in 15's and 30's)
*from Tony Moly Global website*

Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue
There's a Korean and English text translation! Manufacturing and Expiry date present!

size: 15 sheets/ 80g

price: 98 php (Around $2.00+)

place bought: Tony Moly Sm Fairview

instructions for use: Pull back the sticker a little and take out one sheet. Remove eye and lip make up first gently. First, place tissue on eyes and lips, press 3~5 seconds and wipe, wipe the face area following the skin texture, and wash using foam cleansing. Replace the sticker after use.

ingredients: Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 20 Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Methylchloroisothizolinone, Methyliosthiazlinone, Fragrance (Parfum)

Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue
Full face makeup: Benefit the Porefessional Primer, Kanebo KATE  Powederless Liquid Foundation,  4u2  dreamgirl lovelight bb powder, Garnier Light BB Eye Roll On, MAC eyeshadows, AVON liquid eyeliner, Covergirl Lashblast waterproof mascara, Skinfood Rose Cheek Chalk, MAC Girl About Town Lipstick.
*eye makeup courtesy of my youngest sister Krystel*

Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue
Flash On

Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissue
Without flash, you can see all the gunk of makeup here and there. Can you tell me which is which?

What I like:

• Scent is not overpowering, smells good and has a mild floral scent.
• Does the job in removing heavy makeup specially waterproof ones and pigmented lipstick.
• My skin felt clean and refreshed. 
• Travel friendly.
• Doesn't sting my eyes.
• One sheet is enough for my entire face.
• Not dripping wet and almost dry unlike other facial wipes.
• Easily accessible, it's always available on Tony Moly's shelves.
• Manufacturing and expiration date printed on the package.

What I don't like:

• A little pricey compared to Purederm Makeup Cleansing Tissue but this does the job in removing waterproof makeups.

Will I repurchase? Yes!!! This is very nice in removing all the heavy traces of makeup.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5 rating. Need I say more? It's easy peasy to use specially for the lazy ones like me. Just let the tissue sit on your face and you can also press gently for 3-5 minutes before wiping it all over your face. Be careful not to tug your eyes when removing eye makeup, we don't want pre-mature lines and wrinkles there right? Even if this is the best cleansing wipes of all, it's still advisable to wash your face with your favorite wash/soap so that you'll have the squeaky clean face with no traces of makeup. Just a friendly reminder: No matter how lazy and dead tired you are, please wash your face before hitting the sack. :)

     Have you tried this facial wipes? What's your favorite product from Tony Moly? Thanks for sharing!

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Product Review: Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo

     How do you cope with the breezy cold weather lately? I hate this bed weather because it makes my whole body paralyzed! Yes, I've been sleeping the whole day for 3 days now. I'm not sure if the weather is the culprit but whatever it is, I need to be back on my blogging stint. I have pending reviews from last year and I'll make it up to you. So to start, let me share my thoughts on another expensive hair care product- Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche shampoo. I got this product when I won the giveaway that I joined last August 2012. I'm using this together with Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Masque for around 4-5 months now. FYI, I shampoo my hair twice or thrice a week only that's why a bottle of shampoo lasts a long long time. I know Kerastase hair care products are one of the most expensive line in the market that's why I'm expecting a 100% result after every wash of giving my color-treated hair the shine that it needs. 

Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo
When color treated hair comes up against daily attacks such as heat styling irons, UV rays, external pollutants and chemical treatments, Kerastase Reflection BainChroma Riche will soften and bathe the strands to help hydrate and give back intensity and shine. Formulated with Kerastase Aqua-Ionic System, it re-sources with essential elements and fills the fiber with micro prisms and light refractors, leaving your hair fibers with a luminous, mirror-like shine.

Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo
A protective shampoo for dry, highlighted color treated hair

Anti-fading.
Cleanses while adding softness and shine.
Moisturizes hair so it feels supple to the touch.
UV Filter.
Hair shimmers with radiance.
 *kerastase usa*

size: 250ml / 8.5 fl.oz.

price: 1,450 php (Around $38.00+)

price based from David's Salon Sm Fairview

place bought: free (got it from as a prize from a giveaway)

leading salons nationwide

instructions for use: Apply a quarter-sized amount to wet hair and massage with flat hands. Emulsify and rinse thoroughly. For maximum results, follow with Kerastase Reflection Chroma Riche Masque.

ingredients: Aqua/Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid, Cocamide Mipa, Polyquarternium-10, PPG-5-Ceteth-20 ,Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Methylparaben, Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Ethylparaben, Tocopehryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Limonene, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hexylcinnamal, Citronellol,Methyl Cocoate, Geraniol, Sodium Cocoate, CI 17200/red33, Parfum/Fragrance. C28697/1.

What I like:

• Classy and luxurious packaging.
• I like the scent, smells so good!
• My hair looks silky and smooth.
• The color of my hair retained it's vibrancy after so many washes.
• No dandruff and breakouts on my back and in my forehead.

What I don't like:

• The price! It's verrry expensive for a cheapskate like me
• Even though the packaging is classy and looks luxurious, I prefer pump type bottle because I can control on how much product to dispense.
• My hair feels a bit dry and rough as it needs conditioner afterwards.
• Doesn't produce enough lather, I feel like using organic shampoo.
• Weighs down my hair and makes it frizzy if I just let it dry naturally.

Will I repurchase? No, there's a lot of cheap and cost-effective shampoos out there to try.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 3/5 rating. I'm having difficulty seeing the results :( Honestly, I really wanted to give this product another chance after emptying the bottle. I'm thinking of using this everyday starting today to see if there's any difference from my cons above. Maintaining a color-treated hair can be expensive and needs to much effort. You need to have a shampoo-conditioner-serum-treatment (masque, cream or oil) specially formulated for color-treated hair to maintain it's color and to avoid dryness. I'm very lucky I have tried this product, this is very expensive for me and I know I'll not be able to purchase this again in the realm of possibility. 

     Have you tried any expensive and high-end shampoo before? Or you're currently using one?

Good Times!~

February in December

     I've been meaning to share this post last week before I published my FAB Holiday Makeover at The Jing Monis Salon but I'm still waiting for the last prize to arrive. So when it arrived yesterday, I took photos of it and now the list is complete. Why February in December? I guess, what happened last February on all the giveaways that I joined happened again last month. If you read my posts: February Part 1 and February Part II you'll say that I'm really very lucky when it comes to online giveaways, contests and promos. 

     Jing Monis Salon I DV Hairpieces Like and Share Giveaway

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.454458784601638.95700.375273799186804&type=1

READ my makeover experience here :D

Lissa Kahayon x SM GTW Christmas Promo Giveaway

http://www.lissakahayon.com/2012/11/christmas-promo-from-sm-gtw-blog.html

So Gelleesh Hair Care Giveaway

http://www.gelleesh.com/2012/12/the-black-pelan-hot-oil-is-yours.html

     Thank you Gellie, I can now have a hair spa party with my sisters at home. This winning is very timely since our hairs need some loving from all the abuses last year. Think of dyeing, straightening and curling our hair using mechanical and chemical products. 

Vanity and Everything in Between's BDJ 2013 Planner Giveaway

http://www.rarevanity.net/2012/12/winner-of-bdj-2013-planner.html

     Yay to my new planner! I can say this is my first "formal planner" to date. I had one planner before but can't call it the real planner because all I did was post stickers to it and never wrote anything on the pages. Bummer! So now, I'm very motivated to write all the thoughts I have in mind because BDJ planner is not just a planner, it's a power planner. Everything a woman needs in a planner is on BDJ :D

Bioessence Christmas Treat

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=521994727824854&set=a.277270825630580.75251.236767139680949&type=1&theater

Kanebo Powderless Liquid Foundation Sample and Makeover

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=370911622998093&set=a.233682206721036.55028.183987861690471&type=1&theater

     Had this makeover last December at Kanebo counter Sm beauty section Mall of Asia. The MUA there was very approachable and never had a dull moment while she's doing my makeup.  Silly me forgot her name :( I love the transformation she did using this new foundation from Kanebo. I like my eye makeup here because of the smokey look that doesn't look to harsh for daytime. The coverage is excellent, no need for concealer and it turns into powder that looks good on photos. I hope I can get a full-size of this product soonest!!! Hello another tipid mode (saving mode)

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FAB Holiday Makeover at The Jing Monis Salon

     My life in 2012 has been showered with so many prizes from the giveaways and contests that I joined. I'm always sharing my giveaway winnings because I also want my readers to join random giveaways and contests where I won. My relatives and friends always tell me how lucky I am. They sometimes ask me to join other contests like the lottery but this involves money and there's like a single probability that I will win. So moving on...

     From all the contests and giveaways that I've joined, this was the grandest and the most fabulous of all. If you'll ask me why, this was my first time to have a makeover done in one of the most prestigious salon in the Philippines and it's also my first time to wear something that most celebrities wear in their crowning glory. Winning from Jing Monis Salon's like and share giveaway on Facebook was the bomb! Imagine yourself being pampered in a place where famous celebrities like Maxene Magalona and Judy Ann Santos, socialites and politicians entrust their hair and makeup services. I felt very special and princessy that day since this once in a lifetime experience truly made my day epic.

     This post will be a lengthy one. I do hope you'll read it from the very start up to the last part because I'll be sharing important things that I learned from the makeover team. So are you guys ready? Let's start shall we?

     Jing Monis Salon Makati, Greenbelt 1 branch is located at the 3rd floor above the cinemas. When I arrived there, I thought the salon's place was very small but when I stepped inside and welcomed by the receptionist, I was awed by the ambiance. The place was very quiet and I felt the homey environment with the warm welcome of the staffs.

     And when I entered the other side of the room, there I saw all the staffs and crews that's very busy doing their clients hair and makeup. I was really surprised that the place was packed with their loyal customers having their holiday makeovers. Some were going to attend weddings while others were having their Christmas parties. 

Goodbye dry and damage hair

     Before the makeover, Ms. Joana Ballesteros PR and marketing manager explained to me the treatments and procedures for my makeover. She also introduced me to my makeover team: Mr. Fritz Almencion, Mr. Rigel Buna Tedor- creative stylists and Joyce Seludo- makeup artist. I learned so many things from them. I'm really overwhelmed and treated like their loyal customers unlike other salon staffs that were snooty, IMO. They are very friendly and approachable!!!

Say hello to my new haircut. My apologies for this haggard face, had no sleep when I went for my makeover :(

     

     So here are the important points that I learned from Mr. Fritz. From his experience from other top salons in our country, I'm sure that his hair care advice is a must if we want to achieve the celebrity salon style hair :D Always make sure to have your haircut every 2 months. Trim the edges so to eliminate split ends thus having less frizzy hair. Hair can be damaged not only from the chemicals that we apply to them like shampoo, conditioners, gels, and DIY treatments.

     Environmental pollution is also another factor. It is advisable to shampoo your hair 4 times a week so that natural hair oil will not be stripped off from your hair cuticles. It will also maintain the PH balance of your hair. Choose the right shampoo depending on your hair type. Like in my case, I need use shampoo and conditioner for color- treated hair since I have colored hair. Shampoo starting from the scalp to wash out chemical buildups and condition starting from the tips. 

     Other points we discussed were the common things for hair care like avoid tugging and using friction when towel dying your hair just let the natural air make it dry. Use umbrella and other protection for your hair from the damaging and drying effects of the sun and acid from the rain. Make sure to have your hair treatments every month to maintain the health of your tresses.

Toning down my hair color. From ash blonde, golden blonde to dark ash brown 

Giving my hair all the boosts that it needed :) Thanks to the organic hair treatment made exclusively by Jing Monis Salon called Bonacure. They applied the total hair repair treatment here. My locks felt soft and smooth after. I love how it gave volume to my thin limp hair.

     And before I forgot, he cut the dry ends of my hair and trimmed some parts as you can see on the photos above. After this he toned down the color of my hair from ash blonde/golden blonde to dark ash brown to match the color of my hair extensions. The last thing they did was applying the organic hair treatment (Bonacure)- total hair repair which Jing Monis Salon exclusively formulated for all types of hair problems.

DV hair pieces. The most gorgeous hair extensions that I've seen and now I'm owning one. I know this is expensive but worth the buy if you're planning to have one. This is made from human hair. 

My hair extensions color is expresso, it's natural to medium brown shade.

It's very easy to use since this is a clip on type of hair extensions. They also have another type, the tape one. If I'm not mistaken, the latter is permanent, IMO.

     

     After all these, the exciting part was the hair extensions. It's my first time to use this amazing hair pieces. The color is expresso and I was a bit unconscious at first because after years of being blondish, my hair color now is a bit dark. This real human hair extensions weighs a bit heavy since I'm not yet used to it but I really love wearing it!!! I love my makeover :) From the haircut, to the treatment to my extensions and the makeup. The makeover made me looked like my early 20's. Haha!

MUA- Joyce Seludo (a graduate from HD Makeup Studio and Academy)

Light smokey eyes for photoshoot.

Thank you so much Ms. Joyce, no wonder my makeup looks fab!!!

Mr. Fritz Almencion and Mr. Rigel Buna Tedor- creative stylists

Thank you so much guys!!!

The gorgeous PR and Marketing Manager Ms. Joana Ballesteros

Thank you so much for choosing me as the winner!!!

     I highly recommend Jing Monis Salon! It's worth every peso you spent, you really get what you pay for. Aside from excellent service, you're treated like the most important person of all :D

More photos from Jing Monis Salon Facebook Page here:

The Jing Monis Salon

http://www.thejingmonissalon.com/

The Jing Monis Salon is located at 3rd Level Greenbelt 1, Makati. You may call them at 893-4098 or 804-4773. 

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