On Virginia Olsen Minerals

     A lot of things happened this week, the week that was with Virginia Olsen Minerals has to offer. Fret not because these great things and happenings from Virginia Olsen Minerals will not end for they have lots of surprises in store for you! They've prepared special discounts, more promos and giveaways so like them on Facebook and follow their Twitter account. Bookmark their website so that you'll get the latest news and special promos on their latest products!

     Let me share all the great happenings at Virginia Olsen Minerals this week, I know it's a bit late but all of these are worth sharing!

     To all You Tube subbies, don't miss a chance to learn tips and tricks of applying mineral makeup and get updated from latest Viiginia Olsen products by subscribing to their youtube account. Click here and subscribe: http://youtube.com/user/virginiaolsen

     Are you fond of collecting makeup brushes? Do you like to get the first dibs on the latest makeup tools in the market today? Then Virginia Olsen New Brush Set is here to satisfy your lemmings! Get hold of this brush set and let us know how soft these babies are! Visit: www.virginiaolsen.com to shop for your Virginia Olsen 2013 limited edition brushes :)

     And last but not the least, Virginia Olsen team chose me as the Blogger Affiliate of the Week! Read on my testimonial why I love Virginia Olsen and what products make my day complete. I don't post a LOTD or EOTD here in my blog but if you want to ask me, I'm very loyal to their Choco Eyeliner. From the very first day that I've tried this multi-purpose eyeliner, it's the only eyeliner that I'm using to date. Click on the photo to enlarge. 

     If you're planning to purchase a product from Virginia Olsen's website, don't forget to use my discount code VOKath to get 10% off upon checkout. Use my discount code to purchase your favorite products from Virginia Olsen Minerals, that will mean so much to me :)

     Before I end this post, let's welcome the new Brand Ambassadress Noe! Visit her channel at http://youtube.com/COLORismyweapon and learn the basics as well as the advance techniques on mineral makeup using Virginia Olsen Minerals.

     Thank you for dropping by and please leave a comment if you want to know more about Virginia Olsen Minerals! I'll be glad to assist you ^_^ 

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Congratulations on Winning Dear Kitty Kittie Kath's Summer Giveaway!

     Yay! Summer is really here! The insane heat is very inviting for a trip to the white sandy beaches. How's your summer so far? The summer giveaway has already ended and I'm planning to have a part 2 of this. But before I excite you with another giveaway let me announce the lucky winner of the summer giveaway. I'll call it part I now because I'm pretty sure part II is coming next week. ^_^

     Thank you so much for supporting this giveaway! I hope you'll continue joining my giveaways because it's the only way aside from sharing product reviews to say thank you for supporting Dear Kitty Kittie Kath. I know sometimes that my grammar is incorrect or there's something wrong with my subject-verb agreement and I hope you can bear with me. So without further ado, the winner is...

ISH G. MAQUERA

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     Congratulations dear and thank you for joining. I'll be sending my congratulatory letter in a few so please check your mail asap. Please respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be picked. For those who didn't win, ULINX Shimmer Collection Giveaway is still up. Try your luck, you can boot a $75 worth of bracelet from the ULINX Shimmer Collection.

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Product Review: Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink

     Hello! How's your week so far? The heat is insane and I'm soo lazy these past few days. Anyhoo, this review is sitting on my blog bin for 2 weeks now and I think my recent photo can do justice on the real color of this lipstick from Ever Bilena. The moment I got hold of this, I said to myself that there's a lot of reason to "Love your own" and support the local makeup industry. The shade that I got is also dubbed as a very close dupe to MAC Pink Noveau by some beauty bloggers that have already swatch this shade . I'm not sure if this shade is really an exact dupe or really comparable to Mac Pink Noveau because I don't own one. 

     And because I'm happy with my first lipstick from Ever Bilena, I'll be hoarding 2 or 3 colors on my next purchase :) 

*from Ever Bilena Facebook page*

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
Pure Impact. Pure luxury. Ultra Matte Finish! It's the only matte lipstick that makes your lips stay supple and smooth delicately scented in all long-wearing formula that accentuates and pampers your lips. Incredibly luxurious, with vitamin E that gives your lips the natural moisture

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
You can see the box and the bullet a bit dirty because of the finger print and dust marks.

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
Off Beat Pink is a described as a cool pink, blue-based pink lipstick.

  size: 4g/0.14 oz

 price: 116 php (Around $2.80+)

place bought: Ever Bilena Direct Sales, Robinson's Market Novaliches Branch

ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ceresin Wax, Isopropyl Myristate, Silicon Dioxide, Polybutene, Cera Alba, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propyl Paraben, BHA, May contain: CI 77019, CI 77492, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 15850;1, CI15850, CI45410;2, CI 15850;2

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
Swatch on my arm without flash

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
Swipe twice on my lips, you can see it's not opaque.

Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Off Beat Pink
The shade looks different on my lips under natural lighting

What I like:

• The Price- Very affordable. 
• There's a color on the top of the packaging. This kind of "color coding" made it a lot easier for me to identify the color of the lipstick inside the tube.
• Good color payoff but not totally pigmented.
• Doesn't dry my lips. 
• Lasts 3 hours on my lips. 
• Easily accessible. 
• There's a wide range of colors for this lipstick line.
• There's a batch and manufacturing date printed on it.

What I don't like: 

• The packaging- it's flimsy. But can't complain consider the price and the quality, you really get what you pay for.
• There's a bit of plastic taste.
• Doesn't glide smoothly on my lips so I have to rub the tip of the lipstick first on the back of my hand to warm it up for easier application.

Will I repurchase? Yes! I want to try other colors like Love that Red and Mauvey.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.5/5 rating. A good buy from a local brand that really makes Filipina more beautiful without spending too much. There's a lot of reason why Ever Bilena products has been receiving positive reviews aside price methinks the quality and the range of their products caters to all the ladies regardless of age. I saw my youngest sister using their HD makeup line while my mom loves their powder foundation and I'm happy that they didn't got allergic reactions and whatsoever. 

     What's your favorite Ever Bilena product? Thanks for sharing! Happy Friday everyone ^_^

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Press Release: An Addition to the Legendary Oils- Kerastase Elixir Ultime 24K Gold

     I'm know that indulging once in a while to take care of your tresses is a must! You know I'm a cheapskate when it comes to products that I'm using but I cannot deny the fact that I also need to try something cost-effective and high-end ones. It's okay if you treat yourself once in a while specially if the product is worth the price. I've tried Kerastase Hair Care products before and I know it's really worth trying. 

     Kérastase presents a new range of legendary oils for a 24-carat indulgence. Since its launch in 2010, Elixir Ultime has become the new star product of Kérastase. It is the must-have product for hairdressers and it is an icon of beauty and sensuality for many celebrities and women around the world. 

Ultimate Kérastase hair care using beautifying oil 

     Now, Elixir Ultime, the legendary oil by Kérastase, is proud to introduce its unique bath and beautifying oil masque. This new range of treatments offers shine, nutrition, protection and resistance to the hair, meeting the needs of all hair types. A complete, luxury submersion for the hair, which is left nourished and dazzling. 

SUBLIME CLEANSING OIL SHAMPOO 

SRP PHP 1,483 

     This daily cleansing formula, with its high concentration of precious oils, removes impurities and offers deep, gentle care, without weighing down the hair. Its delicate texture lathers instantly into a generous foam which leaves an enchanting perfume throughout the hair. The hair is deeply nourished. It is left incomparably light and radiant. 

BEAUTIFYING OIL MASQUE 

SRP PHP 2,708

     Applied weekly, this formula, a deep infusion of precious oils, offers normal hair an outstanding nourishing treatment. Its creamy texture and sensual fragrance leave the hair soft and subtly perfumed. Fully replenished, the hair is left deeply nourished.

When oil becomes gold

     As with 24 carat gold, the ingredients in Elixir Ultime are of the utmost purity. Inspired by the principles that define the precious nature of gold, Kérastase turns hair into a unique and delicate material. An exclusive core formula of four highly concentrated precious oils: 

• Pracaxi oil: originating from Amazonian regions, it is known for its anti-oxidant benefits. It enhances hair shine and nourishment. 
• Argan oil: one of the rarest oils in the world, it is prized for its reparative and regenerative properties. It helps to keep the hair light and supple. 
• Maize oil: rich in vitamins A, E and Omega 6, it is extracted from Central American maize-germ. It nourishes the hair, offering shine, softness and protection. 
• Camellia oil: Native to Central and Eastern Asia, it is the most fragrant and luxurious of the oils. It gives magnificent shine and suppleness to the hair and helps to smooth the hair fibre. 

New 24 CARATS In-Salon Ritual 

     Drawing on the principles that define the precious nature of gold, Kérastase turns hair care into 24-carat alloys thanks to this 20-minutes ritual. A blend of three Elixir Ultime hair care products to nourish the hair and beautify the fibre. 

     24 Carats Ritual offers the optimal equilibrium between rich care and free-flowing lightness. This ultimate haircare experience adds softness to the hair and supports the hair fibre’s radiance and shine. 

     The 24-Carat Ritual starts with a double application of Elixir Ultime SHAMPOO. Next, a dose of Elixir Ultime original oil is then blended with the MASQUE in a bowl. The Kérastase hairdresser applies this treatment lock by lock with a spatula, delicately massages the hair, and then rinses thoroughly. The ritual ends with the application of the Elixir Ultime oil that best suits the individual needs of the hair (ELIXIR ULTIME or one of the three ELIXIR ULTIME GRANDS CRUS: for colour-treated hair, for damaged hair or for fine, sensitised hair)

     New Elixir Ultime SHAMPOO & MASQUE is now available, so hurry get the first dose of your hair indulgence! For more information, visit the official Kérastase Paris website at www.societedekerastase.com or call the Kérastase Paris hotline at (02) 672-7200. 

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Product Review: Beauty and Bright Facial and Body Lightening Moringa Soap

     Hello dearies! Happy Easter to everyone :) Today I'm going to share my thoughts on Beauty and Bright Facial and Body Lightening Moringa soap. I know this review took almost 2 months but I'm confident and happy to share it to you because it's not only me who used the soap religiously. I convinced my husband to try soap because I noticed his left arm has uneven skin tone because of driving without any protection around 10 a.m. everyday. He's not using sunblock or any kind of clothing to protect his skin. Before I decided to use this soap, he's already using it for more than 2 weeks. I'm very impressed because I really saw the improvement and told him his arm was getting lighter everyday. If I can only post his before and now photos, I will but his very shy and didn't want to take part in my blog post. I hope it's okay for you, his a very private person and I understand his reasons for that. Anyhoo, I noticed some changes on the intensity of dark mosquito bites on my legs after 3 weeks of using the soap religiously. I also have a blister on my right ankle that's very dark and now it looks soft and a bit lightened. 

     So will not blabber too much and let me share my honest to goodness review of Beauty and Bright  Facial and Body Lightening Moringa Soap. If you're a bit skeptical on Beauty and Bright, you can also view another review of their Skin Lightening and Anti-Aging Serum bar that I love to bits! 

    Your skin has to endure daily stress caused by your busy schedule, pollution and unhealthy habits. relieve your skin with Beauty and Bright Moringa Soap. The moment you apply the soap to your wet skin, you will feel the relaxation coming from the essential oils and beautifying extracts.

Beauty and Bright Facial and Body Lightening Moringa Soap
SEVEN BEAUTIFYING ACTIVES:

MORINGA EXTRACT- This extract is rich in Vitamin A that helps build more collagen in the skin. Moringa is also rich in Vitamin C that naturally lightens our skin.
PAPAYA- Our soap has more concentration of papaya enzymes than your regular papaya soap. Papaya helps skin in renewal and exfoliation.
KOJIC ACID- The acid is derived from mushroom and has been known to lighten pigmentation and freckles. Kojic acid is nature's best bleaching ingredient- your best alternative to harmful bleaching chemicals.
CAMELLIA JAPONICA, CANDEIA TREE and OXALIS TRIANGULARIS- The combination of three oils has been proven to inhibit the synthesis of melanin (which causes our skin to darken and create discoloration)

Beauty and Bright Facial and Body Lightening Moringa Soap
"We do not use artificial color in our soap. The natural color of our soap is uneven and with  occasional white pigments from the beautifying extracts. These extracts remained untreated throughout the whole process. You can always be assured that you are enjoying the highest quality of an all- natural soap."

size: 130g. (e)

price: 114 php (Around $2.80)

place bought: free

Available at Sesou Nature Source, South Supermarket, ECHOstore and Cash & Carry

instruction for use: Wash your body and apply the Beauty and Bright serum bar, wait for 5 minutes to allow enough time for the skin to absorb the extract then rinse thoroughly. 

ingredients: Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Palmate, Moringa Extract (Vitamin A Source), Kojic Acid, Carica Papaya, Eremanthus Erythropappus (Love Plant), Camellia Japonica Seed Oil (Camellia), Oxalis Triangulis Oil (Candela), Plant based Lactic Acid, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aloe Extract, Virgin Coconut Oil, Essential Oil as Fragrance.

What I like:

• It's organic!
• The price- it's affordable for 100php + that will not melt even if it's soft and took almost two months to finish.
• It's amazing how it can withstand the weather. It's summer and the heat is insane. There's no sign of melting or changes in size and shape. 
• The scent- it's minty, love the smell of this soap because everytime I use it I feel very relaxed.
• Produces a thick and creamy lather that applies very smooth on skin.
• My skin feels soft and squeaky clean after every wash. There's a tight feeling on my face but not too tight. 
• I can see a glow on my face and smaller pores when I looked in the mirror.
• Exfoliates well.
• Contains 7 LIGHTENING/BEAUTIFYING agents in 1 bar. 
• Doesn't made my skin dry after bath. If you're a long time user of whitening soaps, natural, organic or not you'll notice there's a bit of drying after use.
• Made some dark spots and blemishes caused by pimples appear lighter after a month of everyday use. 
• The packaging is very neat and simple. The box is loaded with information. Everything you need to know about the soap is printed on the box. 
• Complete batch, manufacturing and expiry date printed on the box.
• Did I mention it's affordable? I'll just make it cheap- after a month of using the soap on my face and body, there's an approximate of 1/3 bar left on my soap dish. 

What I don't like:

• None!

Will I repurchase? YES, definitely!

Recommendation:

     I give this soap a 4.75/5 rating. If you ask me why not 5/5, I have to be honest that I'm not a fan of soaps that has cooling sensation. The minty feel is a plus for now because it's summer but if I'm going to use this during cold months, methinks will not let the lather stay on my skin for 5 minutes. But nonetheless, this soap performs great and same as the Beauty and Bright Skin Lightening and Anti-Agin Serum Bar. You can use the soap as is, no need to cut into half. Don't worry, it's very soft to touch but it will not melt unlike other organic soaps that I've tried. I highly recommend this specially now the heat is insane. If you want to lighten your skin and relax while taking a bath at the same time, I highly recommend this soap. Le hubby loves it too, it's the first time he asked me where to buy this kind of soap :)

     What's your current skin lightening soap? Any thoughts on Beauty and Bright? Thanks guys!

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