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Review – Yves Saint Laurent Top Secrets UV Shield High Protection UV Skincare SPF 50 PA++++

by Shirleen on May 17, 2013 in Sunscreen, Yves Saint Laurent with No comments

Do you know sun damage is the No.1 cause of premature skin aging? Even with low-intensity exposure to UV rays but in a long-term, it will still cause significant aging of the skin eventually.

Nevertheless, sunscreen is ultimately the most important skincare product I can’t leave without whether I’m in or out of home. And it is absolutely necessary during the timing from 10am to 4pm, even on a cloudy day.

Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Top Secrets UV Shield High Protection UV Skincare SPF 50 PA++++

Recently, I was being introduced to a new sunscreen by Yves Saint Laurent and what got me excited about this product is the PA++++! It is the Yves Saint Laurent Top Secrets UV Shield High Protection UV Skincare SPF 50 PA++++. It is a new addition to its Top Secrets collection and was launched in April 2013.

Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Top Secrets UV Shield High Protection UV Skincare SPF 50 PA++++

Wow! PA++++? This is the only sunscreen I’ve came across that is formulated with the highest PA++++! So far, the highest PA rating we can find in most sunscreens is only PA+++.

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Kiehl’s Introduced Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream and Powerful Wrinkle Reducing Eye Cream

by Shirleen on May 13, 2013 in Kiehl's, skincare product 101 with No comments

Now in mid-40s, apart from pigmentation; wrinkles and loss of elasticity are other signs of aging I’ve been trying hard to fight off in the recent years. Though wrinkle is a common sign of aging but I actually could have minimized the look of wrinkles if I have taken good care of my skin when I was younger. I applied nothing at night, not even a moisturizer and I did not apply any sunscreen in the day too until I was in my early 30s.

I first noticed mild fine lines on my forehead and lower eyelid areas during my late 20s. It didn’t bother me much at that time and without realizing it, these fine lines (on my forehead) eventually turned into wrinkles after I reached my late 30s. Hence I will strongly advise you to start an anti-aging regimen if you have not. It’s never too late to start one even if you’re only in your early 20s. Here’s something for you!

kiehl's powerful wrinkle & pore reducing cream

Understanding the top concerns of women are fine lines, wrinkles and pores, Kiehl’s chemists offer a new approach to addressing these key concerns, and proudly introduced the highly anticipated Kiehl’s Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream and Powerful Wrinkle Reducing Eye Cream, which are officially available from May 2013 onwards.

A couple of weeks ago, I was glad to be one of the first few bloggers to preview Kiehl’s Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream and Powerful Wrinkle Reducing Eye Cream.

kiehl's powerful wrinkle & pore reducing cream

The preview event was held at The Fullerton Bay Hotel @ Collyer Quay. What a lovely venue with a spectacular view!

Kiehl’s Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream – S$80 / 50ml

kiehl's powerful wrinkle & pore reducing cream

Kiehl’s Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream, powered with Copper PCA and Calcium PCA, is said to reduce the appearance of wrinkle and pores for a smooth skin complexion in as little as 4 weeks! It is claimed that this wrinkle-fighting reducing formula is clinically demonstrated to significantly improve elasticity by 32% and texture by 26% within 4 weeks.

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A Little Surprise From BRAND’s

by Shirleen on May 10, 2013 in Other brands with No comments

A while back, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a lovely maroon and black chiffon wrapped gift parcel from BRAND’s Singapore. Many thanks to BRAND’s Singapore for the special gifts!

It contains BRAND’s new supplement Sesamin with Schisandra Extract, The Body Shop Organic Cotton Rounds and The Body Shop Lipscuff. Both Body Shop products are specially selected based on my liking and they are actually my favorite and must-have products. So sweet of them!

brand's sesamin with schisandra extract

BRAND’S^®, a leader with more than 170 years of rich experience in health nutrition, has developed a health supplement to help protect liver, eliminate free radicals and maintain a healthy blood lipid profile for a healthy liver.

For optimal liver health, BRAND’S Sesamin with Schisandra is a scientifically proven supplement that harnesses the prowess of Sesamin and Schisandra to promote liver detoxification. Thanks to its holistic approach, the supplement harnesses the prowess of Sesamin and Schisandra to activate the liver enzyme system as well as liver cell regeneration. Sesamin is an antioxidant that purges the body system of harmful substances, while Schisandra complements it to protect the liver and maintain liver health.

An all-natural ingredients, Sesamin makes up only 0.5% of a sesame seed.

Beneficial for :

Ideal for those who lead a stressful lifestyle, suffer from lack of sleep or drink alcohol regularly
Helps to purge the liver of toxins and promote overall liver health
Powerful supplement containing Sesamin and Schisandra which are scientically proven to improve liver health

Do visit BRAND’s Facebook Page or website for more info on BRAND’s products.

Perricone MD Blue Plasma, a Daily No-Peel Peel

by Shirleen on May 7, 2013 in Perricone MD Cosmeceuticals, skincare product 101 with 1 Comment

Perricone MD Blue Plasma

Perricone MD, a cosmeceuticals brand founded by Dr. Nicholas Perricone in 1997, has recently launched a daily no-peel peel product and it is the new BLUE PLASMA. This non-acidic daily peel for brightening and radiance, is scientifically formulated to deliver the benefits of a more traditional peel, without the side effects.

For years, Dr. Perricone has warned against the use of harsh chemical peels and abrasive exfoliators as methods to unveil new skin surface. Whether administered in spas, doctor’s offices, or purchased over the counter, their effects are not potentially damaging short term, but can impact skin’s long-term health. In addition, traditional peels can be acidic and work by “assaulting” the skin surface to get results. They essentially burn the skin off, attacking both dead and healthy skin cells, that often leads to redness, irritation and sensitivity. Scrub-like exfoliators create micro-tears on the surface, making skin more thin or fragile over time.

Upon spending years researching alternatives that deliver the same surface benefits without causing damage or irritation to the skin, Dr. Perricone created BLUE PLASMA.

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Crabtree & Evelyn Somerset Meadow New Fragrance Collection

by Shirleen on May 5, 2013 in Crabtree & Evelyn with No comments

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crabtree & evelyn somerset meadow

In April 2013, Crabtree & Evelyn has launched a new fragrance bath and body collection – the Somerset Meadow Collection! The light green, fruity-floral scent of Somerset Meadow is an aromatic impression of a beautiful English landscape in bloom.

The scent of sparkling bergamot and dew-kissed blackberry buds is refreshing and tart, its juicy sweetness perfectly balanced with the bitter greens of ivy and fern. A heart of white blossoms, water lily and earthy geranium flourishes as if warmed by the morning sun. The scent of leaf, grass and fragrant petals are suffused by creamy clouds of musk, whilst willow and moss tether all the casually floating close to the skin and bring a soft, sensuous touch.

crabtree & evelyn somerset meadow

The scent of Somerset Meadow :

Top Notes : Bergamot, Morning Dew, English Ivy, Blackberry Bud
Heart Notes : Fern, Geranium, Water Lily, White Blossom
Base Notes : Silver Birch, White Musk, Willow, Moss

crabtree & evelyn somerset meadow

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Elizabeth Arden Introduced Visible Whitening Skincare Line

by Shirleen on May 3, 2013 in Elizabeth Arden, skincare product 101 with No comments

Many weeks back, I was introduced to the new Elizabeth Arden Visible Whitening Skincare line during an one-to-one private coffee session and also get to try out the new range of products during a mini beauty facial treatment too. Launched in mid March 2013, Visible Whitening is a regimen-based skincare collection that controls melanin production at all five stages, while also enhancing skin’s ability to reflect light.

Do you know biological and environmental factors such as aging, hormones, inflammation and exposure to UV rays can produce excess melanin, leaving skin darker in tone? In addition, environmental factors can also decrease collagen and elastin and increase pore size, leaving skin thin and rough. As a result, light reflectivity is reduced and skin loses its vibrant, healthy glow.

To combat both issues, Research & Development at Elizabeth Arden has created Visible Whitening System technology, a scientific approach that utilizes a complex symphony of ingredients to address the visible effects of lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone including minimizing the look of hyper-pigmentation and maximizing skin’s radiance.

EA_Visible Whitening

The Visible Whitening regimen features innovative ingredients including vitamin C derivatives and SpectraBright™, a potent botanical Hops extract that originated from France and acts on signal reaction from UV light and melanosome transportation, to prevent melanin production.

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SK-II Unveiled First-ever “IT” Guy & “IT” Girl

by Shirleen on May 1, 2013 in beauty blog, SK-II with No comments

sk-ii scotts isetan

SK-II, being the leading skincare brand in the world, has recently conducted an online poll on “What makes up the “IT” factor?”. Among more than 50 respondents, majority of women and men said their SKIN IS REALLY THE PROOF of beauty.

sk-ii IT guy IT girl

A few weeks ago, SK-II has unveiled their first-ever “IT” Guy and “IT” Girl at Isetan Scotts and I’m glad to be invited to this exclusive event.

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Philosophy FULL OF PROMISE Treatment Duo Serum & Dual-Action Restoring Cream

by Shirleen on April 29, 2013 in Philosophy / Peter Thomas Roth, skincare product 101 with No comments

As we age, collagen production can slow and lead to a loss in skin volume and firmness, elastin fibers also begin to lose their spring, fray and become disorganized, making them less able to bounce back and withstand the forces of gravity. All of these factors can lead to a loss of facial definition and volume that can keep skin from looking youthful and plump.

Apart from pigmentation, lines and wrinkles; volume and lift are in fact my key anti-aging concern. What I hate most now are my nasolabial folds and marionette lines which make me look old. They are caused by the loss of elasticity, collagen and volume in the skin. For a truly youthful appearance, my facial volumes must be lifted.

Till now, I have not found any skincare products or non-invasive treatments that can help reduce the look of these signs of aging. Unless I opt for a surgical face-lift treatment but for now this option is a no-no for me.

Philosophy full of promise

Recently, Philosophy has launched a new advanced volumizing and lifting skincare collection that is said to reawaken the skin’s natural revitalizing system that supports natural collagen and elastin, and help to restore the appearance of full, firm and lifted skin.

Introducing the FULL OF PROMISE, comprised a 2-step TREAT and MOISTURIZE regimen.

Step 1 – TREAT

FULL OF PROMISE Treatment Duo For Uplifting Days & Volumizing Nights – S$120 / 30ml

Philosophy full of promise treatment duo for uplifting days and volumizing nights

FULL OF PROMISE Treatment Duo For Uplifting Days & Volumizing Nights is a dynamic a.m./p.m. protocol (uplifting for the day and volumizing for the night) to help rejuvenate and restore skin by following its natural rhythms. To maintain a youthful-looking skin, it is essential to repair and rejuvenate your skin while you sleep and protect it against harmful environmental factors such as pollution, UV rays in the day.

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[Sharing] Yves Saint Laurent Launching Limited Edition Touché Éclat Collector 2013

by Shirleen on April 27, 2013 in Yves Saint Laurent with No comments

yves saint laurent Touché Éclat Collector 2013

For Yves Saint Laurent, beauty is not just a matter of demanding the best. It is a way of playing and seducing, it is a promise of wonder that changes with the times.

Yves Saint Laurent’s Touché Éclat is a legend in its own right. Since its launch in 1992, it has been making waves around the world as the best highlighter pen that a woman can ever own, and its status as a must-have accessory for every woman is cemented in the fact that a Touché Éclat is sold around the world every 10 seconds.

In one quick click, the Touché Éclat instantly releases its magic light, highlighting, sculpting, and defining the face, erasing all signs of fatigue and dark circles.

Every year since 2010, a limited edition Touché Éclat is released, marking yet another year in the history of this famed make-up accessory. This year, inspired by the crystal bead-covered Haute Couture “Edition Soir” evening gown designed by Mr Yves Saint Laurent himself in the 1960s, the already iconic Touché Éclat Collector 2013 is delicately engraved and embossed with a sparking shower of light, like an exquisitely embroidered dress.

A pure jewel, this irresistibly alluring goldsmithing masterpiece celebrates the worship of light and the art of illuminating every woman’s complexion by Yves Saint Laurent, and gives yet another compelling reason for women to own the iconic Touché Éclat.

To make the launch of our Limited Edition Touché Éclat Collector 2013 a special one in its own right, 3 Golden Tickets have been inserted into 3 Limited Edition Touché Éclat at random! Three lucky YSL fans stand to walk away with a set of YSL Rituel Lumiere regime worth $500 personalised for their skin, and also a one-on-one workshop session on how to create the signature YSL radiance when they purchase the Touché Éclat Collector 2013 with the Golden Ticket in it!

So come on down and join YSL for an exclusive preview event at the YSL boutique at ION Orchard, #B2-34 on 27th April 2013, at 10am sharp when the doors open, and stand to be one of the lucky winners of the Golden Ticket! The Limited Edition Touché Éclat will be available in stores, whilst stocks last.

Winners must present their ticket to the YSL artists at ION in order to be verified as a winner. (T&C applies)

Click HERE to visit YSL Facebook Page for more info.

Review – Lancôme Blanc Expert Melanolyser™ Integral Whiteness Spot Eraser (New Packaging)

by Shirleen on April 26, 2013 in 3-star ratings, Lancome, Whitening with No comments

Early this year in 2013, Lancome Singapore has relaunched the iconic Blanc Expert Melanolyser™ Spot Eraser that is specially designed for Asian women to help erase dark spots with a long-lasting effect. It has renamed as Blanc Expert Melanolyser™ Integral Whiteness Spot Eraser.

Blanc Expert Melanolyser™ was first launched in 2011 and it combines two actions : the improvement of the elimination of installed melanin by targeting a newly identified biological mechanism (melanolysis) and the moderation of the melanin production. Today, an upgraded efficacy data has shown that this iconic Blanc Expert Melanolyser™ provides a long-lasting effect on dark spots which result is said to last 3 weeks even after women stopped using the product.

The iconic blue tube has been luxuriously redesigned with a deeper, metallic shade of midnight blue. The three silver bands around the tube symbolize the formula’s 3 weeks long-lasting effect. I’m pleased to receive a complimentary tube of this new packaging and to review it again.

In Oct 2012, I’ve actually reviewed the first launched (old packaging) Spot Eraser, click here if you are keen to read the previous review. I’ve long finished up the first tube and have not been using any spot eraser since then. And because of that, the stubborn dark spots on my upper right cheek has became bigger and darker.

Product Profile

Dark spots dissolved: reduces surface spots, inhibits melanin production and dissolves melanin trapped in skin cells. Clinically proven: even after weeks without usage*, dark spots are fewer and smaller and their skin tone more even, brighter and freed from dullness.

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