Noblesse Oblige BB Cream by Ianti

Sorry mates, been rather busy with things for the past few days! Couldn't find time to update this blog of mine!

For those of you who are reading, you would know that I tend to buy a lot of things from Ianti. Why? Cause I find that the products are priced reasonably, making it affordable and it is also good for my skin. For me, I do think that generally Korean made products are alright for our skin because of the natural ingredients used, plus they are products for Asian skins! I find those other brands are not really suited for me, for caucasian I feel. Well, I am entitled to my opinions =)

Anyway, I have been using this BB cream for the past two months (I know, I know!! I ought to have written about them earlier) and I guess it's time for me to write a review for it.

For those who do use BB cream, you would know that it is like a multiple in one kind of facial cream, that means, moisturiser, sunblock, make up base, foundation all in one. The one I am using is a sub-brand by Ianti (totally different packaging I tell you!), Noblesse Oblige.

Let me share what I think about it. For one, it can't work for my skin as a moisturiser! Why? I have combination skin, when I applied it on my cheeks, which tends to be the drier part of my face, I noticed that my skin was scaling! I figured that it doesn't provide enough moisture for me on those parts, so what I do is I will apply a layer of moisturiser before applying the BB Cream onto my face. Of course, I would have done the wash and tone regime beforehand *wink*.

Secondly, I am a little disappointed with the sunblock part. Why? Cause it only comes with SPF15; not even any ++. Given this part of the world, I do think that for now, we ought to be using +++ already! But given the lazy me, I don't actually apply another layer of sunblock, cause I don't want my skin to get oiler and also, I basically drive and stay cooped at work, so I don't really need that strong of a sunblock I guess =P Lazy la, lazy..

Thirdly, it works alright as a make up base. As my skin is quite pigmented (due to lack of care when I was much younger =(( ) it doesn't really work as a concealer for my skin. So if your skin is like mine, you would probably need another layer of concealer before applying it. But as make up base, it works well for my skin. I don't make up a lot, but it works to ensure that my skin is protected and I don't actually need to put any foundation after that. All I do is to dust a bit of the loose powder on my face as oil control.

I have been using it for two months now, and I still have half a bottle left. The sales lady told me that it ought to last for about 4 to 5 months, so I guess what she shared is true. It's actually not a very big bottle, just merely 50ml/1.7 fl oz.

Another thing is that they have actually come out with a full range of products i.e. day cream, night cream, compact powder and etc! I did not buy them, though the sales lady was kind enough to give me a sample of the day and night cream. Haven't tried them though (not cheap!)

Anyway, I think this is quite alright if your skin is normal to oily. Not suited for those who have dry skin, unless you want to use it as your make up base/foundation. Just make sure you put a layer of moisturiser on your skin first alright.

I saw the Oriental BB Cream from KBS! I guess that would be my targe next! Muahahaha...

Daiso' Lip Gloss No. 7

Oh! I found the lip gloss colour that I really want!!! Honestly, I have problems with finding the right shade of lip gloss/ stick because I don't really know what I want. All I know is that I want it to be as close to my lip colour as possible and that it would look as nude and as natural as possible.
And now, I found it! And it's cheap! Everyone knows that it's only RM5 per item in Daiso, and I never really thought that I would be able to find the colour that I want. What's more, it comes in the lip brush format, making application simple and easy.

What's more, I like the fact that it's recycable. I know, I know, everyone says, it won't make much of a difference right? Well, I would think that if one person does recycle, it does make a difference to our environment.

I think I shall scout for more things soon in Daiso. Too bad the Eyeliner Coat is sold out. Else, I would've bought it! I saw the eyebrow coat, but don't think I need it though.

More to come, more to come. Gosh, I've bought so many items and I've yet to actually write about them. Definitely need to spend more time testing them and writing about them already!!

Ianti Luxe Jewelry Facial Foam Cleanser

It's tough finding the right facial cleanser when your skin seems to be having a preference of its own. I have problem finding a right and suitable cleanser, thus I always end up changing cleanser everytime and it's been going on for years now!

Guess what! I've finally found the RIGHT CLEANSER FOR MY SKIN! haha.. okay okay, I should calm down, shouldn't I? I'm excited with this, because, not only it is right for my skin, the price is reasonable too. How did I came about it? Well, there's sale at Ianti right now (as mentioned here) and I was just scouring the products there for bargains. My colleagues and I noticed that there is a 50% discount for the facial wash, which means it will only cost me about RM11 for the facial wash (mind you, it's for 120ml). We thought to ourselves, what a bargain and proceeded to purchase it to test, and I was about to finish my facial wash anyway. So thus, we made the purchase and I ended up leaving it lying around for like a couple of weeks.

Two days ago, I started using it, and boy, am I happy with the results. Not only my skin was not having that pulling effect (due to the skin being too dry after a wash), it cleanses well too. The previous facial wash I was using, Bio Essence Tanaka White Facial Wash, left my skin feeling oily and sticky after a wash, and this is totally different! I can feel that it cleanses deep into my skin, and it still leaves me feel refresh and vibrant after the wash.

I think the best part is that I only need to squeeze very little and the foam does wonders. Trust me, I've used foam type facial wash which left my skin feeling dry and yucky, but this doesn't. I'm so happy with the result!! Oh, my colleague who bought it gave me the same comment too, she loves it! We are planning to do some stocking of this product since Ianti will be giving the 50% discount for it again next week (2 Aug - 8 Aug)! I'm so excited... can't wait for it.

By the way, I bought it's Milk Mask too! Shall share the review on it another day, but it's definitely a positive review!)

ianti having sale now!!!

Oh my gosh!!! Ianti is having a major sale right now. Alright, I know I'm getting way wayyyy excited about it. But seriously, it's MAJOR. I've been working here for almost one year now, and I've not seen it on sale before. And when I say it's MAJOR, I'm talking about products for up till 70% discount. And things are probably costing less than RM10.

For those who have not used ianti before, I seriously would urge you to check it out. I mean, it IS one of those Korean brand shops, but I do think that some of them (think skinfood) are getting a little over priced for their products. This ones are still okay, and they carry different range of products under their shop.

I particularly like their ianti branded products, and they are REALLY NICE. Shall update you about the products later.

Seriously, the sale is until 8th August 09, so if you do have time, do drop by their shops and check it out. I am talking about facial wash at 50% discount sitting at RM10, masks at less than RM10 and a lot more. Psst Psst, everything else that is there less 20% discount ok! So don't miss this! Really!!

New Contact Lens iZone

Bought this new monthly contact lens for RM84 for 2 boxes. Why so cheap? Because Vision Plus is having a promotion and thus the offer.

And now, I kinda regret it =( Why? I tried my first pair 2 weeks ago, and boy, it pricks me eyes! I totally do not feel comfortable with it. I am not sure if it's cause of the different solution that I was using, cause when I used it with B & L solution, it was alright for that day. But after that, when I used the other solution, the uncomfortable feeling came again!

What's more, it caused me to had to leave work early because I was having a very bad headache after that. Sigh, I have like 5 more pairs to go. Am already thinking of using them for 2 weeks and throw! Aiyoo... anyway, shall try me 2nd pair at a much later time, cause I had to buy a different box (Acuvue) instead to change on the day my head was feeling bad... man.... sigh.. 5 more pairs!! ARGHHHH

Thank You DIGI for Freebiessssssssss

Thank you DIGI!!! It's great to receive rewards when you least expect it, what's more, it's goodies that one does use!!! I got two freebies from Digi, all redeemed one day after another.... who can complain more?

First one: Biotherm's Aquatrio Program

I received an sms on Wednesday informing me I can get a 5-day samples from Biotherm. Since I work in a shopping mall, I dropped by Metrojaya to collect it. Five days of Biotherm Aquatrio Program. I'll probably use it when I go travelling, does come in handy cause I won't need to carry all my facial wash bottles and all. I got this sample before, when I went with a friend who wants to try Biotherm. The lady gave this to me as a sample, I guess in hopes that after trying it, I will also want to buy it. Anyway, will share how the goodies work when I use it, since I am travelling soon =) Yippee!!

Second is Ciba Vision Dailies: One Day Contact Lenses

I was really excited when I saw this! Why? Cause my contact lens is about to expire (due for a change) and I have yet to purchase a new monthly contact lens. So, on Thursday when I got an sms from DIGI again, I told my colleague, let's go and get it! Incidentally, my colleague also uses DIGI and she got the same sms!! Ain't it cool??!! So, off we went, to Optical 88 to get our 5-day daily contact lens. I havent used it yet, and I've already bought my monthly disposable (that's another story to tell), so most probably will also only use this when I go travel. Easy ma, just use for one day and then throw!

So, it's good. Thank you once again to DIGI for all the freebies. And I am looking forward for more from DIGI too! hahah...

More to Come!

Hi everyone! Just to let you know that there's more to come with the reviews (as you can see from the photos above! Hope you'll look forward to it! =)