It continues to amaze me that so many women today are willing to undergo drastic surgery/aesthetic services for wrinkles but don’t wear sunscreen.

Many people underestimate the power of the sun. It is not just a major cause of hyperpigmentation and skin cancer, but wrinkles, dryness – which leads to premature aging.

If you know me, you'll know I don't do sun. I'm the girl that wears sunscreen in-doors during winter. I'm the girl that brings an umbrella to the beach. I'm the girl that refuses to let the sun touch me for more than 10 mins. 

Friends and people always laugh at my love-hate relationship with Mr Sun, but they are reasons why I do so. As much as I love him, there are moments I dislike him too (hate is such a strong word. lol). BUT!! That doesn’t stop me from going outside and enjoy the beach. I just simply have my precautions.

How many of you actually use sunscreen and actually understand the things that it does to you in the long run? (I think sunscreen is one of the topics I talk about the most here.) The most common question I get is

“How do you keep your complexion so nice?” or “Your skin is so soft and amazing!” or the one I get most from Asian s are “You are so fair and radiant!” 

It’s simple. Always use sunscreen! It doesn’t matter if you have any foundation or BB Cream on or if you’re just plain jane. You always need sunscreen. Even if you don’t like fair skin and you want a tan, it’s important to get the right sunscreen/tanning lotion/oil and stay away from the damage it does to your skin in the long run. How much more do I need to emphasise the importance of sunscreen?

When people find out that I wear sunscreen every day, they freak out. Because sunscreen wasn’t advertised or marketed as an everyday essential but it was marketed (thanks to banana boat) as sunscreen you wear when you go to the beach! Especially, coming from people who want to be as tan as possible or how they say it “as black as possible”. But what many don’t understand is that tanning should be done the proper way - that is why tanning lotions exist! 

A little information about tanning lotion and how it works;

The sun releases UVA and UVB 

UVA breaks down your skin collagen 

UVB causes the burn not the outer surface of your skin.

I remember when NIVEA came out with the sun protection awareness ads, it was really effective as it shows you the effects it does it the long run. (plus, how you would look like) Not endorsed by NIVEA.

 

 

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Now you wouldn’t wanna wait till you’re old with wrinkles and hyper-pigmentation to start using sunscreen right? 

Bit too late don’t you think?

Remember! You’re never ugly, only if you’re lazy!

Every other few months, we see a new product launch especially a new foundation that has been "revolutionise" or "upgraded". We then try and test it to see what's the difference is. The good and the bad, the ins and the outs, the pros and the cons - we all want to know it.

Brands have been releasing and re-formulating serum foundations that just adds a new product on the shelf and cause more confusion to people. 

The one question I get a lot is “I just want a foundation, but there is so many out there! I don’t even know what is what anymore” In response to this question, I would usually have to explain why there are the different various kinds of foundations and help them in their journey to get one. 

Serum foundation is one that I have not talked about much or reviewed any. So, sit back, relax and hopefully, you’ll get something out of this :) 

What is Serum Foundation?

Serum foundations (also known as foundation fluids or skin tints) are currently one of the biggest trends on the beauty market. The milky, oil- and silicone-based emulsions feel weightless and give the skin a beautiful, velvety finish without looking like makeup - Allure

It was created as the next generation foundation. The added value and extra benefit that everyone would love. The less-cakey look - close to natural but seamless, flawless, perfect finishing. 

What is the main difference between Serum Foundation and regular Foundation?

Top question to someone who hears it for the first time but doesn’t really know the difference. 

Foundations were created back then to conceal, correct and cover. From changing skin tone to correct colours and to conceal everything to have the perfect flawless skin - thus was created to be full coverage.

Then the medium coverage came in, and someone went light and the sheers. Then the matte and the dewy trend started when the cosmetic industry realised everyone has different skin types, skin tones and skin colours. More came out.

Why did Serum Foundation make an impact in the beauty industry?

Giving you a natural healthy looking glow, leaving your skin looking like skin - but better. 

If you love the lightweight feel of a tinted moisturizer, but want the full coverage of a liquid foundation, 
then its serum-based counterpart may be the answer to your beauty prayers. - instyle

Which Serum Foundation are my favourites and recommendation?

Note: The below are not favoured in any order.

Bobbi Brown Intensive Skin Serum Foundation

Tarte Hydroflex Serum Foundation 

The Ordinary Serum Foundation 

Dior Nude Air Serum 

There’s no better feeling than clean skin that does not leave your skin stripped and dry. I have been using this cleansing gel since I was 14 and that itself says a lot. 

Made with bio adaptive botanicals, it helps adapt your skin into the environment. The cleansing gel removes and dissolves any pore-blocking dirt, oil, impurities and any makeup without stripping your skin’s natural moisture. 

This cleansing gel isn’t just for females but it’s perfect for all skin types and all gender. 

Quite a lot of gel cleanser in the market does not foam easily and even if they do, it’s harsh and leaves your skin feeling tight and squeaky. As we all know, that’s not how a good cleanser should make you feel. 

As easy as it is to use, gently lather over wet face and neck and rinse thoroughly. Simple! It doesn’t get any more complicated than that. Your skin will be comfortable, cleaner and clearer. 

Key Ingredients: 

• Bioadaptive Botanical Blend (Rhodiola, Maral Root, Siberian Ginseng, Chaga Mushroom, and Resurrection Plant)—a blend of botanical extracts from plants that thrive in extreme climates and can help your skin bounce back from stressors.
• Soap-Free Cleansing Agents—vegetable-based agents that help form a gentle foam to clean pores and remove excess oil from the skin.
• Moisture Balancing Blend (Geranium, Lemon, Fennel Extracts, and Glycerin)—helps soothe and condition skin while helping restore its natural moisture balance.

Water (Aqua), Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Lauryl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Papain, Acanthopanax Senticosus (Eleuthero) Root Extract, Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract, Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Tilia Cordata Flower Extract, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, PVP, Sodium Chloride, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Tetrasodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid.

The Pure Cleansing Gel retails for $20.80. But if you are a member, you would be able to get it for $16.40 

1. Straightening became part of my daily routine.
2. I was a professional in a salon blow-out style.

“The temperature is cooling down and winter is around the corner. Just like you change your wardrobe when the weather turns chilly, now is the time to change your skin care routine."

Vitamin C serums are legendary for a reason: They work!
Uneven skin tone, rough texture, fine lines, acne scars, general dullness — you can name just about any common complexion concern, and there's a good chance that vitamin C (and the skin-care products it's featured in) is a recommended treatment.

How does the ingredient work on the skin, though?
Are the brighter, smoother results thanks to the same potent antioxidant found in the orange juice you drink when you have a cold?

First, What is Vitamin C?

As far as your skin is concerned, vitamin C is "a potent antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals," explains board-certified dermatologist Patricia Wexler. "Because of its antioxidant properties, vitamin C aids in your skin's natural regeneration process, which helps your body repair damaged skin cells."

So, in the same way, that consuming antioxidant-rich foods aids your body in fighting off free radicals, topical antioxidants do the same for your skin by helping to offset daily aggressors like UV damage and exposure to air pollution.

A quick refresher course on antioxidants: They prevent or reduce damage to our cells by neutralizing the production of highly reactive molecules called free radicals. In other words, antioxidants help keep our body and our skin cells healthy.

How else does Vitamin C benefit the skin?

• Antioxidant 
• Skin-healing properties by accelerating the production of collagen and elastin. (we all know the benefit of Collagen and Elastin) 
• Promote collagen production 
• Prevent premature aging 
• Prevents hyperpigmentation and dark sports

How can you include Vitamin C in your skincare routine?

Dermatologists agree that the best vitamin C skin-care product to use is serum, because "serums are more effective than creams or toners"

As a general rule, serums should be layered underneath your moisturizer.

My personal favourite is The Body Shop Vitamin C range.
I personally own the The Body Shop Vitamin C Skin Boost and the Face Mist and I love it! I've been a user of the Skin Boost for almost 8 years and I can't love it anymore.


 I have tried a variety of Vitamin C ingredient skincare, and the one thing I would advise is to try it out. Get a sample if you can, try it out on your hand if you can't get a hold a sample.

Reason being, the scent, texture and consistency of different products vary.

A new Japanese website has just launched into Australia and in celebration to their launch, first 50 customers would get a free face towel!

They have just release the Rose Quarts Beauty Rollers!

You can shop now at Sumusu Beauty at here and also sign up to receive new release of their products!

Finally, you CAN have it all! Give your lips the attention and care they deserve with Powerlips Fluid. This ultra-long-lasting lip colour contains a special blend of good-for-you, skin-nourishing ingredients to help soothe, smooth, and prevent dry-out over time. And infused with our Sueded Comfort Cushion, Powerlips Fluid’s high-performance, weightless formula cushions your lips, leaving them feeling soft for hours. Plus, with its easy, one-step application, it’s virtually foolproof and won’t feather or bleed.
Enjoy intense, long-wearing lip colour that won’t smudge or budge all day—through work and play.

Seriously powerful. Simply wow! Powerlips Fluid.

Four shades including Determined, Persistence, Confidence and Unbreakable will launch on 11 December, plus three limited-edition shades (Roar, Maven and Breadwinner) are available on Monday 11th December 2017! Purchase individually or enjoy all seven shades in The Powerlips Fluid Powerful Pack.

• Vitamin E—nourishes, softens, and moisturises the skin while delivering anti-aging and antioxidant benefits.
• Beeswax—calms, soothes, and conditions skin while helping protect against irritants.
• Avocado Oil—hydrates and softens skin.
• Kaolin—natural clay base that supports rich, long-lasting colour.
• Silicones—help maintain moisture and soften skin.

• Creates a Sueded Comfort Cushion, a flexible film layer on the skin, that cushions your lips and leaves them feeling soft for hours.
• Comfortable on lips; does not sting or burn when applied.
• Has a light and silky, non-sticky consistency.
• Does not contain a harsh alcohol smell or taste.
• Is non-separating and does not require shaking to evenly distribute product prior to application.
• Won’t feather or bleed into lines around or above lips.
• The weightless formula contains a blend of skin-nourishing ingredients, like avocado oil, beeswax, and vitamin E to hydrate, nourish, and prevent damage.
• Is smudge-resistant, drink-resistant, and kiss-resistant.

Apply to clean, bare lips anytime you want a splash of long-lasting, powerful lip colour. Line lips with an applicator and then fill in colour. For best wear, use alone and avoid glosses and balms.

LIP TIPS

• For longest wear, avoid oily foods and glosses.
• For a sheer effect, try applying colours with a makeup brush.
• Contour and shape lips by applying a darker base layer and letting it dry. Then, apply a lighter or more metallic colour on top for a round, plump-lip look.

Get your hands now on the new Powerlips fluid!