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Empties...part 1

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I haven't done "empties" list for quite sometime because for a while I just didn't have enough accumulated...then I was too busy to blog...next thing I knew I had finished 20 items. So here they are (part 1 - in no particular order):  1. The Body Shop Mango Body Scrub 50g   My overall impression - it is a sugar scrub that is suspended in oily base and smells like true mango. It leaves skin moisturised and smooth plus gives it a nice sheen after use. It does however goes off quick so it is best to be used fresh Would I buy it again? - I do like it but my preferred scrub is a lot cheaper and more suitable for my needs. I tend to exfoliate before fake tanning so oil-based scrubs are not the best for it. 2. Natio 30+ Sunscreen Lotion 125 g   My overall impression - Pleasantly and mildly scented non-greasy sunscreen that seems to be very effective. Would I buy it again? - Yes, I quite like it plus it is reasonably priced 3. Clinique Claryfying Lot...

My overseas beauty purchases

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My five-week vacation was awesome. I think it changed my outlook on life and made me re-evaluate few things. Few situations definitely put me out of my comfort zone particularly when I was travelling alone. I am even considering starting my own travel blog sharing my experiences and points of view :) However I want to keep this blog as beauty, fashion and lifestyle blog. I didn't go too crazy but still purchased few nice beauty-related things in various locations.  1. YSL Le Teint Touche Eclat Foundation  Looks very promising as it has both long-lasting properties and luminous finish. I haven't used it enough to do a full report but watch this space... 2. Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler Couldn't resist this cult beauty tool plus it was relatively inexpensive in Singapore 3. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Duty-Free Exclisuve miniature set  It came with four gorgeous scents - Nerolia Bianca (citrus-y floral), Herba Fresca (fresh green), Flora Rosa (fru...

Project 10 Pan (Sept ' Dec '12)...part 2

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Sorry it took so long to post 2nd part of my Project 10 Pan...My wedding is only 3 months away and I've been spending most of my time on it. 5. Clinique Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser (Full Size) My overall impression - I love this cleanser. I blogged about it before. I've been using it on/off for over 10 years and haven't found anything better. It dissolves make-up well, doesn't sting my eyes and foams really well. Would I buy it again - Yes, definitely. It is a HG product for me! 6. Christian Dior Diorskin Forever Foundation (full size) My overall impression - Good foundation, however I found something better! I thought it was the best because it felt light and lasted well (however it would start disappearing towards the end of the day). Now I'm using Guerlain Parure Extreme and think it is better because it lasts longer while still being very light. Would I buy it again - maybe, if I can't get Guerlain. 7. 1 Skin Solution Lip Balm (fu...

Project 10 Pan...part 2

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You can view part one here . 6. Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara My overall impression - very standard mascara, comes with very average brush. Overall not bad but not outstanding either. It was somewhat dry and wasn't as black as I like my mascaras to be. It run out pretty quickly too. On my lashes it looked OK and lasted all day. I can't complain because it was a freebie from a magazine. Would I buy it again? - No, there are better mascaras in the similar price range out there. 7. St. Ives Green Tea Cleanser My overall impression - lower end face cleanser that supposed to control breakouts as it contains 2% Salicylic Acid. It had very soapy scent and feel to it. It wasn't great at removing make-up and I wouldn't use it on eyes anyway. I had to use it after make-up remover. Clinique Anti-Blemish line works better for me. Would I buy it again? - No, I didn't enjoy using it and other products work better for me. 8. The Body Shop Strawberry Shower Ge...