EOS Smooth Sphere Lipbalms - HG lipbalm

Happy weekend! I joined the bandwagon of EOS lipbalms addict. Got these from a girltalker who pools orders in US. I got three variants summer fruit, mint and honeysuckle. I sold mint and honeysuckle because I can't use three simultaneously. hihi!

So what does EOS lipbalms say? (taken from their site)

eos lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.

• Long-lasting moisture
• Shea butter & vitamin E
• Smoothes on clear
• New smooth sphere precisely glides on to lips
• Twist-off top
• Gluten-free
• Paraben-free
• Petrolatum-free
• Phthalate-free

PRICE $3.29 approximately Php150.00 plus shipping charges.

My verdict:

PROS

• Yes it has long-lasting moisture than other lipbalms I've tried
• Smoothes on clear
• Unique and colorful packaging
• Subtle scent and taste
• Organic

CONS

• A little bit pricey for a lipbalm but it's not my problem as long as it is HG material
• Not available locally so additional charges might occur if you have no relatives or friends in the states

Will I but this again? And my rating.

• Absolutely YES and I'll give it 5 out of 5 points

So how about you what is your HG lipbalm?

REVIEW: GARNIER SELF-HEATING MASK + CLEAN AND CLEAR DAILY PORE CLEANSER

I had my period so I wasn't able to go to Luz or M for a facial. These dirts on my face really bothers me so as quick remedy here's what I've tried.

I have used Garnier Pure Self-heating mask before and consider this as my review.

For me, it really delivers its purpose - to remove that stubborn dirt on your face in just 3 minutes. I'm using it once a week. I just apply it on my face and you will feel the heat, leave it for 3 minutes and rinse it. The result, cleansed pores! You can also extract some whiteheads and blackheads (mildly) since the pores are now already open due to the inflicted heat or in my case since I have my period, I used Clean and Clear Deep Pore cleanser instead, scrub it, rinse it and that's it! Cleansed face after!

Though it's not that perfect like when you go to facials but as a weekly routine it's very effective in cleansing your face for those dirts that hard to removed and clogged your pores.

I gave both products 5 points. :)

BB Cream Reviews

I got the chance to try 3 samples of BB Creams. Liole Beyond Solutions, Skinfood Aloe and Missha Perfect Cover. These free samples were given by Clau. For those who want to try out first and would not like to buy full size of BB creams Clau is selling samples in ebay, you can check her username: dreamfairy07

Here are my review: (sorry no pics)

I used all the BB creams morning before I go to work. No MMUs applied just plain BB cream so I could really tell what effect it would make me during the day.

Liole Beyond the Solutions

When I applied it nothing different happened. It was like I applied a normal moisturizer. As for oil control, it's not effective for me. 2 hrs after oily na agad. So as a remedy, used my finpow- AL's URFP, good thing URFPs are good to control the oilies.

Would I buy this one? Definitely no.

Skinfood Aloe

This is the first one I road tested. The finish is matte but for me coverage is not that good though it has. I have dark circles that really needs to be covered kasi. For oilies, it is somehow ok and it should be ok 'coz the product is suitable for those with oily skin. I think I used a blotting paper around lunch time na. For me this product is good for daily stuffs, when you just walk outside to get some fresh air, or go to a friend's house or buy something at a nearby store.

Would I buy this one? Maybe, for daily purposes it's good but it's costly to be a daily stuff.

Missha Perfect Cover

The name speaks for itself Perfect Cover. The coverage for me is good. Dark circles covered, and got a flawless finish. It is the first sample that I used up. It does control my oilies, used blotting paper around 2pm in the afternoon. I can say that this is my HG BB cream so far. With high SPF, my sunblock was just saved from daily usage.

Would I buy this one? Definitely yes.

Still scouting some brands. I might try TFS Quick and Clean or The Skin. What would you recommend? Or do you have other brands that in mind?

Loreal UV Perfect vs Neutrogena Helioplex

I'm one of the girls out there who prioritize skin care. Maybe it's because the largest organ in our body is our skin and it's really what we see in each of us everyday.

As part of my skin care routine, I really don't go out without a sunscreen (kahit gabi) :D

I've tried sunblocks from different derma and sunblock from drugstores. The latest that I've used was Age Eraser of Beauche. I have no problems with using Age Eraser as my sunscreen, well in fact it's like you put on a BB cream on your face. I can go outside without powder or make-up just a lip balm. They claim that it has SPF 35 but having no definite list of the ingredients in the package makes me wonder, am I really protected?

So I've researched about sunblocks and found this two: Loreal UV Perfect XL Block Advanced Spray Protector for Chest, Arms and Hands SPF 40 (good for the face too) and Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50.

I rushed to Cash and Carry and looked for these items. They are cheaper there than those in malls. Luckily, I found Neutrogena, I will first try this before Loreal sana. On the way to my boyfriend's workplace, napadaan ako sa Landmark and sale yung Loreal. The SA is good too so I was able to buy Loreal din. BI yung SA eh.. hehehe! So I tried both sa face and body and here's my review.

NEUTROGENA pic grab from ebay



PROS
- SPF 50
- stabilized 'coz with helioplex
- no white cast
- good for the whole body

CONS
- leaves a little sheen, but powder can cover
- kinda Oily and sticky but not much
- strong smell


Overall 3/5
Will I buy again? No, i hate it when it's sticky and I don't like it's smell.


LOREAL pic grab from ebay



PROS
- protected with SPF 40
- stabilized
- no white cast
- good for the whole body
- easily absorbed
- no strong smell

CONS
- leaves a little sheen, but powder can cover
- kinda oily but not like Neutrogena

Overall 4/5
Will I buy again? Yes. The sheen doesn't bother me much. :)