Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel Review (HG!)

I'm a total convert in this one. =D

I still remembered the days I keep bugging fio to order new cleansers for me every two months!

Argh! Seeing these cleansers make me realize how poor I am (=P). These cleansers just never stay on longer so I can save some dough for other things! Also, finding Mr.Right for the skin is never easy. Either it feels like bleach or the cleanser smells funny. -_-

The love story began when I was introduced by one of the dermatologist when I was signing up for their "free skin test". I was totally sold by them after their detailed explanations of what my skin lacks at that time. I believed this situation would be the same for any beauty co. would do. (ahh, there goes my money)

So I gave in and bought their normal/dry skin kit for a trial after they convinced that their product would suits me perfectly. Damn. Never did I realize this was a love-hate relationship with Dermalogica.

Hate because they price tag is so ugly (haha, that was part of the reason).Actually, I hated their skin smoothing cream (moisturizer). =.= It was too oily for a normal-combi skin user like me. And I had pimples with free milia seeds on my skin (too rich I supposed)! Argh! But I love love love their cleansing gel! :D

I'll tell you why later in this part. Now picture first.

This the bigger bottle btw. 500ml.

Comes with a "authenticity" seal (I think!).

I heard a few friends of mine said there are "fake" ones selling in the market/online. As a side note, do be careful when purchasing. The "seal" can be one of the ways to detect the authenticity of the product.

The pump dispenser that I like.

And their printed dates below the bottle.

The description.

Dispense pea size amount of gel and you'll get a foamy cleanser.

The Product: 500ml

Description from Dermalogica:

A concentrated, soap-free,foaming gel designed to thoroughly remove impurities without disturbing the skin's natural moisture balance.Contains no artificial fragrance or colour.

Gentle, soap-free cleanser is listed as a "Secret for getting gorgeous skin".

Price: RM229 (Retail Price for 500ml); RM153 (Retail Price for 250ml)

My thoughts:

I loved it! I have been using this for two freaking-long-years now. My brother swears by this and my SO loves it too! My friends too, bought their 2nd bottle of the special cleansing gel after I've introduced this to them some time back. Gosh. DERMALOGICA should have pay me for this. LOL!!

Anyway, what I wanted to say is that this 500ml bottle of special cleansing gel can last most of us users for a whole year. RM229 / 12 months= RM19.10 per month, 60cents for day and 30cents for each wash. =D Crazy I know.

I super love this is because my skin doesn't feel dry or have those "squeaky clean kind-of-feeling" after cleansing (I know some other brands are like this which is a little annoying for me). The skin feels "supple" after each wash and I also noticed my acne goes away after a few consistent use of this cleansing gel. On the other hand, I think I can declare my brother as the numberone supporter for this as he even bring this to Singapore (now Lyon) for his studies. I remembered he told me that this gel has help preventing his acne "friends" from partying hard on his skin. :D

Cons?

It takes a little patience in lathering up the foamy gel. Sometimes I get a little frustrated (especially when I'm late for work) as it doesn't lather up quickly as I wanted it to be. :P

Would I purchased this again? Definitely! I already got my fourth bottle (this time salon size one :P) standing gracefully at my messy cupboard. =D

Last but not least, the ingredients:

So have you tried this brand? If not, do ask for a sample from their dermatologist.

Cellnique Advanced Bio Renewal Masque Review

It's time to show some love, people!

This is how I show my love, to my skin, with Cellnique. :D


*I know a lot of beauty bloggers have raved about them before, so.. please don't fall asleep k? xD*

The product pic from Cellnique's webbie:

The product I got from the box.




Same pic as claimed from the Cellnique's website! :)

I believed all product are sealed with this kind of "quality-control" sticker too!


The back of the jar. *spot my peace sign? xD*


Double protection lid!


Here's Cellnique's pineapple-flavoured Advanced Bio Renewal Masque.

Sadly, the packaging looks huge from the outside, but the product is less from the inside. Or should I conclude that good stuff doesn't come in bulk? :/

Some info that might be useful to you:


Instructions:


And the most important info:-


Below are some information that I can get from Cellnique's Website.

It says:-

This unparalleled clay masque is formulated with bio-captured fresh fruit enzymes and acid complexes. Advanced Bio Renewal Masque effectively exfoliates dead skin cells, optimizing cellular renewal performance and deep pore cleansing, thus revealing a softer, fresher, and healthier skin.

The best of it is that it suits all skin types! Yay! And cure:-

• Dull • Uneven skin tone • Congestion • Pigmentation • Wrinkles • Discoloration • Open pores • Enlarged pores • Scars / Marks

Some yummy things that makes it more interesting! :D

Glycolic Acid (AHA) + Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) Glycolic acid, derived from sugar cane, is the most active and beneficial of the AHAs. When applied to the skin, glycolic acid penetrates deeper, below the superficial layers of skin, and breaks up the ’glue’ that holds dead skin cells. When using glycolic acid to counter acne, it is often combined with salicylic acid (BHA). While glycolic acid breaks up dead skin cells, salicylic acid removes these dead skin cells remove from the surface of the skin, opening pores and leaving skin feeling smooth and revitalized. Bromelain (Pineapple Enzyme) An enzyme derived from the pineapple plant, bromelain helps to digest keratin protein and promotes effective exfoliation. Removing dead skin cells results in smoother, brighter skin. Marine Protein A natural formulation of essential skin nutrients, marine protein helps retain moisture, elasticity and firmness of the skin, giving it a younger and radiant appearance. Lactic Acid Derived from milk, lactic acid is well-known for its skin hydrating properties as well as being a gentle AHA exfoliant, helping to re-texture the skin surface and stimulate cell renewal. Malic Acid An AHA fruit acid, derived from apples, to rejuvenate and improve skin condition by softening, increasing cell turnover and promoting circulation.

The product:



Price: $55.00 @ Cellnique.com or RM159 @ any Cellnique Authorized Dealers

My thoughts:
Well, I've actually tested it on 3 different skin (I do not meant I have 3 diff skins, lol!). My Boy, A Friend (TQVM :) ) and myself. I'll let the pictures do the talking first.

This was actually my first time using it! See how thick I layered them onto my skin!! After I saw Jenn's review, I knew that I was using abit too much.. hahaha!

My second time, lesser than before :P


Of coz by doing the masque, it's time for some crazy cam-whore sessions. Ho Ho!


Okay, back to my thoughts now. I actually don't categorized this as clay masque, coz it doesn't feel like it. It doesn't "hardened" or "dry up" after 10 mins (as instructed). And it also has little beads (or I called it scrub) in it. I supposed it's for the exfoliant process later on.


After 10 minutes, it is suggested to wet fingertips and gently massage for another 10 – 15 minutes using upwards and outwards circular movements. Well, I did massage but not for 10-15 minutes though! I was too numb to do it for so long, so I did it for about 3-5 minutes instead. :D


And the results?

This is my chin area btw, where I got obvious and stubborn bumps! See how much it clears off? Pic 2&3 is where I rinsed off the masque with water.

Here's how it works on my boy's face. (I actually dragged him to take this pic! So hard to get him to go on camera.. hahaha)

So, does it work for me?

Yes it does. It clears all those "bumpy roads" and whiteheads on the skin, very effectively! My skin feels all smooth and silky, as if there's a layer of "pearl powder" on top of my skin. :D

Cons?

The smell. Hahaha. It doesn't really bothers me, but the first time I had it on my skin, I feel a little somewhat "suffocated" with the pineapple smell! -_-" After a while, the smell faded abit though (or maybe my nose has already adapted to the smell of it :P).

However, my friend and my boy does feel the "sting" and the warm sensation when it is applied. But it doesn't cause any redness, so I guess it is the enzyme that is "busy working". So I guess this is the only concern that they have for the masque.

Overall, we loved the product and how smooth it makes the skin. Because this clears off my whiteheads and bumps, I can save on my face scrub coz' this can last for a few of days "silkyness". :D Downside of it is the price... I'm not sure if it can last for another 5 times though... :)

Thumbs up for Cellnique with their awesome product!

PS: This product can be purchased online too!

Cellnique's Website
Cellnique's Facebook

Other beauty bloggers that raved about them:

Jenn @ lipglosseater
Xin @ Prettybeautiful
Parisb @ mywomenstuff
Beetrice @ Beetrice reviews

Wet N Wild MegaEyes® Crème Eyeliner - Black/Noir

Wet n' Wild is no strangers to most people. Even for myself, I don't really came across Wet n' Wild products other than nail polishes (when I was a teen back then).

Until recently this cream liner catches my attention from NonPareilBoutique's website.


It looks so cool right? These pics are taken from WnW's website.


I ordered mine from NonPareilBoutique and this is how it looks like..


Even though it comes in a "soft"-plastic kind of packaging, but it still does attracts me to it. :D



The back of the package..


Also printed with some foreign language that I don't understand.


And if you are wondering about the brush that it comes with....

I actually loved the size of it.. but it is awfully scratchy.

Here comes the UFO!! hahaha

I read from somewhere that these gel liner should be kept upside-down so that it won't dried up.. so I supposed WnW designed it this way?? Hmm..

LIB - Liner in Black :P




I didn't use the brush because it was pretty stiff.. so here's my MAC 209 brush..


The swatch..


The Product: 3.8g
Price : $3.99 <------- AFFORDABLE CAN!!!
Where I got it from: Nonpareilboutique.com

Description from the WnW:

Soft smoldering eyes are yours with wet n wild MegaEyes Crème Eyeliner. This innovative liner, which also doubles as an eyeshadow: creates a glamorous cat eye or soft subtle effect in a snap. Applies effortlessly as it delivers long-lasting drama with a velvety finish. Comes with an easy-to-use, conveniently-sized brush.

Features of it:

• Versatile alternative to pencils and liquid liners
• Smooth, blendable formula doubles as an eyeshadow
• Creates a soft daytime look or precise evening look
• Precision of a liquid liner with a silkier, softer finish that lasts
• Specially designed brush allows for mistake-proof application

Here's me wearing them...


Hmm.. my thick lids is killing the liner!!! :D Here's another one...


My thoughts about it:
I'm loving it!! Previously, I did reviewed about my Coastal Scents gel liner and raved about how smooth it goes onto the lid, but this one is even smoother than that!! The texture is so soft until my brush can make several "pathways" and "potholes" in the cream liner . The cream liner also dries up pretty quickly upon application. I have also worn the liner to work and the cream liner never smudges on my lids after wearing them for more than 8 hours. It does not smell weird unlike my Kate gel liner... and best of it, this is super AFFORDABLE!!!

Cons?
- Only two colors available - black and eggplant.
- Not available in Malaysia (boringgggg!!)
- Because the cream liner is so buttery smooth, it can "over-create" the line (became too thick...). Have to control the hand pressure when drawing.. :)

If you can get your hands on them, please do so!!And do let me know what do you think about them too! ;)

Here's the ingredient list that I can get hold of..


Will I re-purchased it? YES!! and I already bought a back up of it.... hahaha