My Everyday Beauty Regimen

        As  a woman whose nature of the job is to provide good banking services to different clients, it is  a must too look presentable in front of the clients most of the time. I believe that to look good is to feel good. To those who know me personally, you know guys how conscious I am when F-A-C-E is the issue. You know how more than willing I am to spend much for a good face. Yes, physical appearance is not what any big companies are looking for (unless you are applying for a model). But hey, dont fool me, aside from educational background and personality, the way you handle yourself is a big score.

        You know guys that I wasn't given a hundred percent flawless face. You can see it on my previous posts. So, I have to take care of my skin through the food I take, activities, cosmetics and my skin care regimen.

       Everyday, I have these skin care routine with my favorite skin care products. For a start in the morning, my first step is to :

1.) Cleanse my face with Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

This gentle, soap-free cleanser was originally formulated by dermatologists, specifically for everyday cleansing of even the most sensitive skin.

 - Soothing, non-irritating cleanser ideal for face, hands and body

 - Helps skin retain needed moisture

 -Rinses easily and leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and healthy

 - Mild enough to cleanse a baby's delicate skin

 - Non-comodogenic, fragrance free, pH balanced

2.) Followed by toning. I use VMV Hypoallergenics Superskin 3 as my toner .

Deep-cleaning, acne-managing, firming, mattifying +brightening therapy.

   - for the treatment and control of acne

   - for the prevention of signs of photoaging

   - helps promote brighter, firmer, clearer skin

Validated Hypoallergenic:

VH -75/76. 100% All-Types-Of-Fragrance-Free. 100%, Dye-Phthalate-Paraben + Preservative-Free. Usage, Patch + Clinically-Tested (in vitro in vivo; evidence-based, randomized, double-blind). Non-Comedogenic. For men, women, teens and younger (ages 9+).

3.) Lastly, moisturize. For my moisturizer, I use VMV Hypoallergenics Spring Fresh Oil-Free Nourisher.

Light, fresh, oil-free hydration; softens + skin’s suppleness without adding shine or clogging pores. With monolaurin, a coconut-derived antibacterial for gentle yet effective anti-acne disinfection.

Validated Hypoallergenic:

VH -75/76*. 100% All-Types-Of-Fragrance-Free. 100%, Dye-Phthalate-Paraben + Preservative-Free. Non-Comedogenic. Non-Drying. Usage + Patch Tested. For men, women, teens and younger (ages 9+).

            After applying all these three, I apply my favorite make up to look even better.

           After the day entire day, before I go to bed, I make sure my make up are removed by these following make up removers:

Innisfree Olive Real Cleansing Tissue

With its rich antioxidant ingredients and vitamin nutrients from the finest organically grown olives, this highly enriched cleansing tissue helps you to easily remove makeup and retain skin moisture. 

VMV Hypoallergenics Quick and Complete Make-up Remover

Water-based, easy and swift, no-rinse clean for

rapid, non-drying, non-irritating makeup removal.

Validated Hypoallergenic:

VH -76/76. 100% All-Types-Of-Fragrance-Free. 100% Dye, Oil, Phthalate, Paraben + Preservative-Free. Non-Comedogenic. Usage, Patch + Clinically Tested (in vivo + in vitro). For All Skin Types.

       I cleanse my face again with Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser  and tone it with  VMV Hypoallergenics Superskin 3 Toner  . I then treat my blemishes with

              

Nu Skin Clear Action Night Treatment

It helps amend remnant marks associated with past breakouts for a smooth, clear complexion.

Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid (0.55%)

 or whenever I have an active pimple or feel that a pimple is starting to appear, I immediately apply this Red Spot Corrector still from VMV Hypoallergenics

A uniquely non-drying acne balm made specifically for rosacea-related acne papules and pustules.

Validated Hypoallergenic:

VH -76/76. 100% All-Types-Of-Fragrance-Free. 100% Steroid, Dye, Phthalate, Paraben + Preservative-Free

Believe me, the zit will shrink right away and doesnt leave a mark on your face.

           Please be reminded that we all have different skin types. What is suitable for me may not be suitable for you. I have an oily type of skin for everybody's information. Finding the right product is not that easy. So if ever you found one, stick to it and never switch. But if you are still searching especially for the ones who has the same skin type with me, I highly recommend to try the products I am using and I'll be happy to hear how you will love the products just like me.

       Have a beautiful you =)

Shiseido Shampoo and Conditioner Review

                Last week, my sister  brought us Shiseido Shampoo and Conditioner to try on. She discovered how amazing it works during her trip in Japan. Actually, she only fell in love with the conditioner only. So when she had her vacation here in the Philippines, she brought us the complete package.

 Shiseido Shampoo

 Shiseido Shampoo for Damage hair

 Shiseido Conditioner

               Though I have a rebonded hair, I still tend to suffer may sabit hair since I dont condition my hair everyday. For everybody's information, I condition my hair every other day only.hahaha. So after my first try of Shieseido shampoo, not more  than a second, I declared to myself how I love the shampoo.
               Aside from that I love the smell, the texture and formula of the shampoo is so smooth that made it obvious that it will leave the hair smooth. When I combed my hair after shower, my hair is so soft to comb as if I applied a conditioner. The softness of my hair made me feel so light and I can now comb my hair using my hand. Its like all the promises of Philippine brands are put in here. "Ang gaan ng feeling", "Kinamay lang umayos na", and "Walang sabit" ! Uh-uh, no exaggeration. I love not only the shampoo but also the conditioner. It functions as its name implies.
             Unfortunately, the said product are not yet available in Shiseido stores Philippines. In other words, I have to order the products in Japan. Whatever the mode of purchase, there is one thing for sure, for my complete hair care,  I definitely switch to Shiseido. =)

Im going DARK and ORGANIC

             I love chocolates!.. and i will always love chocolates. In fact, its sooo sooo hard for me to say 'NO' when someone offers me a chocolate. Ang hirap magpakipot. How can i even say "no" to the sweet tasting mouthwatering  tongue satisfier?Uuuhhh. Super duper hard. Promise! No joke!...And whenever I eat more than enough, I always feed my mind "That's alright Minie, those chocolates are antioxidant and a broken herat healer. besides, it reduces the risk of heart disease, provides good memory and helps lower cholesterol level." O, lusot di ba? hahahaha...But unfortunately, though I tend to feed myself with positive effects of chocolates I still couldn't hide the fact that chocolates contain high sugar and fat which leads to weight gain and my biggest enemy, PIMPLES....And because Im trying to lose weight and achieve good skin, I dont have a choice but try to avoid these ooohhh-so-heaven chocolates.
              But hey, dont feel sorry for me for depriving myself from eating these chocolates. 'Cause from now on, I am going dark and organic.And to start my year with sweets, I  will reward myself with these favorites:

LINDT EXCELLENCE

Lindt Excellence gourmet chocolate is prepared especially by master chocolatiers who, from selecting the highest quality cocoa can offer, demand nothing less than perfection. Contains cocoa solids 70% minimum.

TRADER JOE'S

Trader Joe's with raisins and peanuts. Sweet raisins and flavorful pecans are blended with 57% cacao dark chocolate. The result is a sophisticated chocolate as with the intensity of fine dark chocolate and the texture of premium ingredients. A classy bar with a sassy attitude.

Ingredients: organic dark chocolate (organic evaporated cane juice sugar, organic cocoa butter), organic raisins, organic sunflower oil, organic pecans, dry cocoa solids 57% minimum.

 Trader Joe's with almonds. Premium roasted almonds and 73% cacao dark chocolate are stars of this bar. Together thay form a decadently delicious sweet treat that has an intense chocolate bite and a delightful nutty texture. Ingredients: organic dark chocolate (organic cocoa mass, organic evaporated cane sugar, organic cocoa butter), organic roasted almonds, dry cocoa solids 73% minimum

CAVALIER

Belgian. No added sugar. Dark Chocoalte sweetened with maltitol-lactitol. Ingredients: cocoa mass, sweetener (maltitol, lactitol), inulin (alimentary fibre), cocoa butter, emulsifier: soy lecithin, natural vanilla. Cocoa solids: minimum 55% produced in a plant processing milk protien, wheat and nuts. Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. Contains naturally occurring  sugar.

GHIRARDELLI

A perfect combination of rich slow-melting cool mint filling. Ingredients: sugar, unsweetened chocolate, high fructose corn syrup, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, cocoa butter, water,milk fat, corn syrup, soy lecithin-an emulsifier, vanilla, peppermint, potassium sorbate-a preservative gelatin.

             Dark chocolate have much higher cacao content compared to other chocolates. Cacao appears to have an anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. Cacao powder, reportedly, has nearly twice antioxidants than red wine and up to three times antioxidants found in green tea says Nibmor.com. In addition, cacao has a high content of beauty minerals, Sulfur, that builds strong nails and hairand promotes healthy and beautiful skin. So the more chocolate is processed, the more benefits are negated since more flavonoids are processed away. Plus fats found in cacao are healthy fats.

              Friends, if you wanna change you chocolate diet, lets change together. But remember, everything that is too much is not good. Have a happy sweet day!