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August 1, 2011

REVIEW: My Beauty Diary Japanese Cherry Blossom Mask


Product: My Beauty Diary Masks - Natural Key Line - Japanese Cherry Blossom

#2 on best seller list
(english site)

Box of 10 - 30g/ mask

Shelf Life: 3 years
(2009. 11. 25 - 2012. 11. 25)


Ingredients:
Purified Water, 1, 3-Butylene Glycol, Glycerine, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Triethanolamine, Styrene Acrylates Copolymer, Dimthylsilanol Hyaluronate, Methyl Paraben, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract, Morus Nigra Fruit Extract Aloe Barbadensis Gel Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Kiwi (Actinidia Chinensis) Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Anrantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myritillus Fruit Extract, Polyglutamic Aid, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide, Fragrance


Claims/ Description

SaSa offers a close translation of the claims/ descriptions on the back of the box

description
My Beauty Dairy Japanese Cherry Blossom Mask delivers the following benefits:



  • Whitening and refreshing
    Japanese Somei-Yoshino Cherry Extract perform triple functions including whitening, soothing and firming. Blended with Extracts of Lemon and Kiwi, it refreshes and softens skin. Soaked in thread of Sakura aroma, skin appears pinky white.
  • Brightening and soothing
    Extracts of Arnica and Aloe soothe, repair and nourish skin. After use, skin glows with freshness.
For all skin types, especially tired or dull skin.

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Scent: very faint, cherry blossom scent (sakura aroma)

Packaging: my FAVORITE of MBDs (excluding LE) beautiful box and mask packet, very pretty and not over-done~

Mask Fit: the shape is the same is the same as other MBDs, but there's less flexibility because it's a older MBD (Old vs New MBDs

Price: ranges from $10 - $18, I got my from Beauty Star during a sale for $10 (3 for $30)

Easily Accessible: Yes, if you're from Asia, and big cities in North America. also available online (make sure it's authentic) 

Directions: Open packet and unfold mask, removing it from the plastic backing. Use the side that is "wetter" usually side not from plastic backing. Apply mask to fit face, using the excess serum from the plastic backing apply the excess all over neck and chest. Wait for 15-20 minutes and remove mask. Personally I like to keep the mask on until it's almost dry... so 30-45 minutes and massage the excess serum on your face into your skin!!!

My Review
In short, the mask claims to whiten, refresh, firm, and soften one's face. This was one of the first masks I've tried from My Beauty Diary, and it's also one of my favorites. I keep all my masks at room temperature, but I do find that this mask is a little cooler compared to some of the other masks. (apple) I'm sure the fact that my room is on the bottom floor, close to the basement plays some part in it, so if your intention is to minimize redness it couldn't hurt to place the mask in the fridge for 5 minutes or so before placing it on your face. Anyways, back to the mask, while it's on, it's very relaxing becasue of the calm cherry blossom scent, there's also a tightening feel, but this is an 09' MBD which is known to be thicker and less flexible. When it's off, I can feel that my face has tightened, but not taut. My overall complexion is brighter, no longer red or pink, softer and has a nice youthful bounce. I used this mask  the most when my skin was drying out from my acne medication. After using this mask continuously for a week, I noticed  my skin has "learned" to lock in moisture and was no longer flakey like before. It was a VERY important step/ product in my recovery from the freak breakout and aftermath... All in all this is an amazing mask, I absolutely love it and definitely recommend it!!! 


Repurchase: yes love everything about it!!!

Overall: 5/5


P.S. This review is long overdue... It was supposed to be out in the beginning of the year, but I never finished writing the details until now. So the acne medication reference was towards the end of last year and beginning of this year...


THE END!!!




July 28, 2011

Swap with Danielle of InsideOutElle


This is my first swap, and it was VERY exciting!!! I had so much fun shopping for Elle, but unfortunately I procrastinated, so I had my family in HK send it out for me while I got on the plane XD. Anyways this was a HK to US swap, it didn't really have a limit... kinda of a surprise, with a general guideline of what we were into at the moment, which made it mysterious & fun!!! 



OMG.... another nice packer!!! ahhh ~

opening the tissue paper ~

hehe ~ see you in the blog-o-sphere!!!

Zoya Matte Velvet Lacquer - Mitzi
Zoya Professional Lacquer - Breezi

YAY more Zoya to add to my "collection"
a bunch of samples and Bali's Best candy... SO YUMMY~

EOS lip balm - Sweet Mint
Pretty & Cute - Glamourous Lash 
Silk Whita - Sporalygodll Whitening Slimy Mask

YAY EOS, super cute lashes, and *squeal* Silk Whita... i forgot to pick this up in HK!!!
NYX Round Lipsticks - Indian Pink
NYX Round Lipsticks - Peach Bellini
NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream - Amsterdam
NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss - French Kiss
NYX Jumbo Pencil - Milk
NYX Jumbo Pencil - Black Bean

i asked for the jumbo pencils, but she got me so many other NYX products!!! LOVE the lip cream~
The Face Shop - Super White Sun Cream 
Missha - Flower Bouquet - Cherry Blossom Cleansing Cream
The Body Shop - Vitamin E Cream Cleanser
Missha - Cherry Show Gel
Bath & Body Works - Moonlight Path Lotion

SUNSCREEN!!! i have been obsessing over sunscreen lately, I always put it on before leaving the house. I'm currently using Curel, but this is next =D YAY
very cute handmade headband && rose earrings =D 

I was so excited when I opened the package, I hope she feels the same way about mine =D I'll link it when she receives it... If you're not already reading her, please do. She has awesome reviews, and a great sense of humor!!! 







edit: See what I got Danielle~



THE END!!!

July 24, 2011

Blog Tags && Awards

I’m a major procrastinator, so I always leave things until the last minute.  I’ve been awarded a couple awards in the last several months that I’m only getting to now, so bare with me as I’m blabbing along. Instead of tagging everyone after each award, because it might get a little confusing, I’'m going to be a little "rebellious" and tag/ award everyone at the end.
The first award was from Yours Truly Pam

The rules for these awards are: 
1. Thank the person who gave you the award and link back to them in your post.
2. Tell us 7 things about yourself.
3. Award 15 recently discovered new bloggers.
4. Contact these bloggers and let them know they've received the award(s).
Seven Things About Me
  1. Like I mentioned previously, I’m a HUGE procrastinator!!! 
2.  I can’t stand little kids, especially the crying, whiny ones. That’s why I’m not having kids when I’m older, unless if I can kinda foretell that that the child I’m “going to have” is going to be quiet and obedient. LOL 
3.  I have a brother, that’s two years younger then me. But his actions and height makes people think he’s older!!! i.e he bullies me =[ lol in a fun playful way. He’s quite amusing, especially when he gets excited about stupid things, like his D.I.Y shelf. It’s seriously such a joke, but he was so proud lol. I offered to buy him a legit shelf, but he was insistent on using the one he made XD It might be a pride thing...



4.  I prefer salt to sugar. i.e chips to chocolate =D My favorite has to be Lays Ketchup =D YUMMY
5.  Asian stereotypes generally don’t apply to me, except the asians can’t drive bit. LOL I’m a horrible driver, I get really nervous and curse a lot.
6.  I get really into k-dramas and Korean reality shows. Usually on my computer, you’d see me pointing and screaming random exclamatory Korean words I’ve learned. I also tend to bow or lower my head a bit when I see others bow on my screen, lol it’s weird. 
7.  I’m very klutzy, always tripping and running into things!

Next couple awards and tags "given by" INSIDEOUTELLE

I Love Your Blog Tag
1. Why did you create this blog?
I’ve always wanted to start a blog to talk about random things, and share my opinion on different products. I’ve just never actually put it to action until now!!!
2. What kind of blogs do you follow?
Mostly beauty and fashion blogs!!! I love seeing OOTDs, hauls and reviews.  
3. Favorite makeup brand?
This is a difficult one, there’s too many!!! Rimmel London, Maybelline, MUFE, Urban Decay...
4. Favorite clothing brand?
N/A lol interesting eh? considering I’m currently studying fashion design. For the clothes I wear, I usually buy it if it looks, and feels good. I would call “my style” comfortably casual with the occasional heels lol. 
5. Your indispensable makeup product?
MAC studio finish concealer NC30 or my Rimmel Long Brow pencil 002 Hazel, can’t decide...( but now that i've gotten my brows tattooed... i guess it's just the concealer)
6. Your favorite color?
Green.
7. Your perfume?
Elizabeth Arden Green Tea : clean and fresh
Britney Spears Curious: fun and sexy
8. Your favorite film?
Can’t pick just one, there’s way too many, usually between chick and action flicks. 
9. What country would you like to visit and why?
This is easy, KOREAAAAAAA lol!!! Because I LOVE everything about it, from the culture, food, people, EVERYTHING!!! 
10. Make up the last question and answer. What book are you reading right now? (brain fart atm, gonna steal Elle’s question =]) I’m currently re-reading the Twilight sagas, I love lovey dovey romance novels!!! 

With the acceptance of the award, you must follow these rules:
1. Thank and link back to the person that awarded you this award.
2. Share 7 things about yourself.
3. Award 15 recently discovered great bloggers.
4. Contact these bloggers and tell them about the award.
  1. 7 things about myself:
  • I love toe socks =] 
  • I’m a picky eater, I’ll try different foods as long as they don’t use the ingredients I don’t like such as: green onions, peppers, parsley, etc. 
  • I’m horrified of bugs, any bugs!!! I’ll scream and panic until it's caught. 
  • I’m not good at fine arts, i.e drawing realistically
  • I had really ugly eye brows, until college, they’re not perfect, but WAY better then before. My natural brows have a really high arch (thanks dad -_-’), and the hairs are really thick and dark. My mom has the pretty asian brows (jealous) I’ve shaved off 1/4” of the arch in my natural brow, so when  I raise my brows there’s a dent LOL. My brother always makes fun of me at home when they’re not drawn =p 
  • I’m very spacey, I think it’s the short attention span thing. 


Rules:
1. Post about the award and copy the rules.
2. Link to the person who gave you the award.
3. Choose 3-5 blogs you would like to give the award to and link them.
4. Leave a comment on their blog to let them know. 
5. Write 7 things about yourself

1. When I speak, my tone is always off. So I always fail at sarcasm, the other day I was being sarcastic to my friend and he looked at me like I was crazy LOL It also sucks, because sometimes people get offended by my messed up tone, i.e I was sincerely asking my co-op designer the difference between New Zealand and Australia, but it came out as if I didn’t care/ there wasn’t a difference between the 2. 

2. Not a fan of exercising/ sweating lol (HK is killing me ><)

3. I need 10+ alarms to wake me up in the morning, usually at 10 minute intervals

4. When I move out I want to have 2 cats and 2 dogs, there’s so many cute breeds I want, Prussian Blue (cat), German Sheppard (dog)

5. I talk to my computer. (keeping this one, because I do too lol)

6. I wear hard contacts (will be doing a post on this later)

7. I’m a homebody, I used to go out all the time, but as I’m getting older (I’m only 20 but I guess I experienced some things earlier so they don’t appeal to me anymore) I prefer chilling at home, other people’s home or coffee shops. 
7 Beauty Characteristics
1. Hair: I like that it grows at a decent pace, but when I cut it impulsively I wish it would grow faster =]
2. Brows: I like them now, I draw them every morning. They look even in person, but sometimes in photos one looks WAY off lol
3. Eyes: I have natural double lids, but they change depending on the amount of sleep I get
4. Eyelashes: They’re fairly long, and dark.
5. Hands: According to my mom’s friends I have pretty hands, I’m not crazy about them myself, I wish they were a little thinner but my nails are okay.
6. Laughs A LOT: I tend to laugh a lot, at random things I find funny. 
7. Confident: I’m not overly confident, but a decent amount =p 


Writing Tag by both KAT and INSIDEOUTELLE
My handwriting is weird, I usually switch in and out with cursive lol so when I take notes, it’s very messy. I tried to write neat this time =p lol 
On a piece of paper write the answers to the following things down:
1. What's your name/your blogger name? 
2. What's your blog's name/URL? 
3. Write "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog." 
    (Do you know that you use every single letter of the alphabet by writing this sentence?)
4. Favorite quote? 
5. Your Favorite song? 
6. Your favorite band/singers? 
7. Anything else you want to say? 
8. Tag three to five other people. 


Last award given by LYANNA SU of Fashion to Go

The rules are:
1. Link back to the person who passed you the award
2. Share 7 random things about yourself
3. Award 15 blogs
4. Drop them a note and tell them about it
Random things:
1) I love snacking =D
2) I’ve been told I look like a wide variety of nationalities, from African American to Portuguese to different Asian nationalities, but I’m just chinese... lol some of them was quite shocking to hear because I don’t see it XD haha
3) My favorite korean food... Soondubu with Rice =D *drooling, just at the thought*
4) I think out loud at times...
5) HATE cleaning, I believe in organized mess
6) I want to master photoshop, so all my sel-cas look picture perfect =] hehe

7) My most PUBLIC embarrassing moment: It happened at Canada’s Wonderland (amusement park) on the Pirate ship ride... I got on the back row with my friends and I was slipping my phone into my pant pocket, but missed and it fell on the floor. So I reached down to pick it up and the safety bar came down, thus folding me in half >< One of my friends tried to lift the bar with no avail, while the other was screaming at the operator to release the bar! The worker happen to be on speaker as he was telling the operator to release the bar, so people on the ride, waiting in line and those within earshot of ride heard. >< They asked if I wanted to get off because of this traumatizing experience... but I couldn’t because it was too embarrassing to walk out alone, so I stayed on the ride and walked out with everyone else XD 


THE END


okay not really I still have to tag everyone ^^



Lyanna of Fashion to Go
Kym of PatiKym
Mindy of iAMminky3
Michele of rubanxrose






p.s I'm really sorry about coming to your blog/ tweeting just to inform you that you've been tagged >< I feel like those annoying people that blog hop to promote their own blogs >< sorrry!!!






okay... THE END!!!