Giving Natural Remedy a Try!

Hellos! Today I’ll be sharing some skincare tips using the most natural and organic ingredients you can grab from your kitchen.

I never had a clear skin in my life as I always struggle with acne, redness, bumps and sandpaper skin in my entire life. Since I have the worst skin condition hence I never expect that natural remedy would work for me which is why I always entrusted chemicals onto my skin.

Due to lack of resort, I opted to try out some Natural products and amaze that it did some work on my acne skin condition.

Below were some of the natural remedies I tried and did see improvement on my skin:

1. Apple Cider Vinegar(ACV) as Toner

• After cleansing, I spray on the ACV in a cotton pad and gently pat to the acne affected areas
• It helps heal inflame acne and reduce redness
• Very effected for milia
• In my case, I see results in 3 days

2. Brown Sugar(or Oatmeal) Mix with Lemon (or ACV) & Coconut Oil (or Honey)

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• Mix all 3 ingredients and use it as scrub
• It helps minimize redness  and enlarged pores

3. Manuka 100% Honey
   

   

• Put a tiny amount on a Q-tip and apply to inflamed acne
• Helps reduce swelling and redness

Above were some of the natural remedies that I have tried that helps reduce the redness in my skin and heals milia.

Although they did not clear my acne but at least I managed to see some improvement without experiencing any discomfort such as purging or peeling stage.

Acne Breakout and updated Skincare

Hellos! It’s been awhile I managed to visit my blog and revive this “dead” blog. I manage to have some time to update an entry and share my recent acne breakout.

Acne has a love and hate relationship towards me whereas for the past years Acne seems to have a separation anxiety that they just can’t afford to leave me. Finally, after trying out 265734523322 products I managed to have acne hate me and only visit me once in a while.

Behold, I managed to have the most severe acne breakout I had and I am the culprit as I applied so many products at the same time that trigger my skin more worst.

I wasn’t use to having acne anymore hence I wanted it to be healed as quickly as possible. I abuse it by using too much products at the same time which leads to my skin acting up as they can no longer tolerate the chemicals being absorb to my skin.

I’ve been using Elica cream which is used for eczema as it works great on my acne so I used it as maintenance to my skin. I wasn’t aware that steroid cream (elica) should not be used that often as skin might counter irritate which did on my case.

I started noticing small bumps or as I further googled milia appearing on my skin without me changing my skincare products or makeup. I continued applying Elica thinking that it might heal those tiny bumps as well as acne but nope it made it even worse.

I wasn’t able to take a proper picture that time as I was so devastated but here is the only photo I took that time. Just imagine my entire face looking like this.

Since my face is full of milia, redness and acne thus I opted to search for a new acne skincare that might help my acne condition.

I managed to know about a brand called COSRX, bought some of their products and below were my thoughts after using them:

1. Good Morning Gel Cleanser

• It’s a clear gel that feels soft after cleansing
• Non-drying and it is not a squeaky clean effect cleanser
• Oddly, I still develop acne after using a tube of this cleanser
• Does not help much on acne and not mild enough for sensitive acne skin
• Reminds me of the Belo Cleanser

2. Oil-Free Moisturizing Lotion

• I bought this thinking that it might help add moisture to my skin but nope it made it even drier
• After applying this lotion the next day I developed rashes
• Despite the rashes, I still continue to use this lotion but my skin condition worsen hence I stop using it
• My skin also itches after using this lotion

3. Centella Blemish Cream

• Thick white cream that feels heavy upon application
• This is the culprit that made my skin red and all irritated
• My skin is full of milia but not red
• After applying this cream, I noticed that my skin becomes really red and started to get irritated  
• I only applied it for 1 week and stop as my whole face has turned so RED and irritated

4. Salicylic Acid Daily Cleanser

• I’m not a fan of Salicylic Acid as it stings my skin and never work for my acne but hey everyone deserve a second chance
• Thick cream cleanser that gives a squeaky clean effect
• Stings while using (which is odd as my face is tolerable to chemicals)
• Makes my skin even more dry and does not heal any of my acne
• Stop using it for 2 weeks as my skin becomes more red and irritated

5. One Step Pimple Clear Pads

• It stings upon using it
• It’s basically a cotton pad soak in a toner that’s it, nothing special
• Dries my skin and makes my skin red

I know COSRX is a trusted skincare brand but above products just does not work for my skin. I might have use it incorrectly or overuse thus trigger those effects. But I will not be using this brand nor recommend as having those outbreaks scares me.

Since my face is all red and pimply thus I decided to try the Physiogel’s Calm and relief range and so far I have been seeing some improvements:

1. Redness has been reduce
2. Milia/bumps is still there but not multiplying
3. Dryness still exist but not that extreme

Im using The Body Shop’s Tea Tree oil for spot treatment and so far pretty amaze by the results.

My skin is still red, dry and pimply but condition is much better compared to the time I’m using the Cosrx products.

Here’s my updated Skincare which help me healed my horrific acne breakout:

1. The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil

• Perfect for Spot Treatment, heals cystic acne overnight
• I have huge cystic acne and after applying tea tree oil it flattens overnight
• Very effective interms of reducing inflamed acne
• I have emptied 3 bottles of this already as it is that amazing
• Do NOT overuse it, simply put a few drops on a cotton swap and apply to acne infected area and boom overnight you will see improvement
• It does dries up your skin so make sure to moisturize after using

2. Physiogel Calming Relief Gentle Cream Cleanser

• I used this as makeup remover as it removes makeup effectively without stripping the skin moisture
• Super gentle and does not irritate flaky acne skin

3. Physiogel Calming Relief AI Cream

• Thick cream but easily absorb to skin and does not feels heavy
• It gives a nice layer of sheen on skin
• Feels hydrated and able to soothe flaky skin
• Able to reduce the appearance of redness

4. Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Dermo-Cleanser

• White lotion type cleanser that feels super mild after usage
• Skin feels smooth and calm after every wash

Skincare routine as follows:

I use Physiogel Calming Relief Gentle Cream Cleanser to remove my makeup and followed it with Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Dermo-Cleanser for thorough cleansing.

Applied Body Shop Tea- Tree oil for spot treatment and wait until it dries then apply Physiogel Calming Relief AI Cream all over my skin.

I managed to see improvement after using it for 3 days hence continue to use it and is very happy with the results so far.

I'm updating this post via my phone hence format might be different.

One Brand Review: Ever Bilena

Hey, it’s been awhile I updated this blog but at least I get to update this blog once in awhile =)

Today I’ll be reviewing some products from one of the best local make-up brand in the country which is 

Ever Bilena!

Ever Bilena has been in a country for quite awhile and is continue to cater and develop products that is affordable yet world class quality.

For more information on Ever Bilena, click HERE

I’ll start with the first essential makeup I put on my face which is Foundation.

1)      Ever Bilena Matte Two Way Cake Foundation

What it claims:

l         Creates weighless feel for a natural matte finish

l         Provides FULL Coverage that could last all day

l         Can be used wet or dry

l         Perfect for touch-up and spot coverage

My Reviews:

Consistency: Creamy, soft and very easy to apply

Coverage: Low to Medium; was able to conceal redness and minimze the appearance of acne scars

Shade: Available in 3 shades: White Ivory, Fair Oriental and Golden Beige (I used Fair Oriental)

Oil Control: Medium to High but doesn’t dries skin

Long Lasting: Last around 6-7 hours

Packaging: Slim compact (travel friendly) with huge mirror and puff

Price: PHP 165

Availability: All drugstore and selected supermarkets nationwide

2)      Ever Bilena Liquid Concealer

What it claims:

l         Formulated to help minimize skin imperfection

l         Infused with ingredients that prevent skin dryness

My Reviews:

Consistency: Creamy, soft and easy to blend

Coverage: Low to Medium; was able to conceal dark undereyes and minimize acne scars

Shade: Available in 2 shades: Light and Medium and I used the shade Light

Packaging: comes in Tube with doe foot applicator

Price: PHP 140

Availability: All drugstore and selected supermarkets nationwide

3)      Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick *NEW SHADE ALERT!*

My Reviews:

Consistency: Creamy and glides smoothly to lips

Price: PHP 155

Availability: All drugstore and selected supermarkets nationwide

Me wearin’ all 4 new shades:

Which one suits me best? Thanks for dropping by ^_^

NYX Wonder Stick: Highlight and Contour in Light/Medium

Hey hey hey, Today I’ll be reviewing my “on-the-go” highlight and contour product which makes my application way more easy and fast!

*drumrolls please* Ta-da!

Yep, it's the NYX Wonder Stick (Highlight& Contour) and I got the shade WS01 which is Light/Medium, retails at $12.

Let’s start with the product description first:

l         Available in 4 different shades: Deep, Light/Medium, Tan, Universal

l         Creamy finish that conceals highlights and contours with ease

l         Contains 4g of product

My thoughts after using it for a month:

l         Very creamy and easy to blend

l         Does not cake nor dries onto skin

l         Pigmentation is good enough for contouring and highlighting

l         Shade Light is so perfect for my skintone as it doesn’t look orangey or muddy just perfect for contouring which looks very natural

l         The only downside is it doesn’t last long, product wears off after 2-3 hours in a humid environment

l         You need to apply primer underneath to keep it longer

Overall Review:

I LURVE the NYX Wonder Stick, perfect for everyday use as it is an easy tool to highlight and contour on the go! Achieve natural contour effect in just minutes! Blending is super breezy, perfect for beginners! Definitely recommend you guys to get one! Or two~ =P

Thank you for the dropping by ^_~

I did some other Contouring post here, if you are interested:

Let’s Contour with James Cooper Compact Powder

NARS Laguna VS ELF Sta. Lucia

NYX Matte Bronzer Review

Etude House Golden Ratio Contour

Etude House V Line Slim Maker

Eden’s Paradise: Mineral Clay Powder and Blush Review

Hello there! I’m back on track now (Woo!~) Today, I’ll be sharing some makeup products from the trusted brand Eden’s Paradise.

I’ve been using Eden’s Paradise for quite sometime already and will continue to share my experience towards their amazing products.

To know more about Eden’s Paradise, click HERE

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Eden’s Paradise: Mineral Clay Powder (#1 Medium-Light)        PHP 349/20g

What it claims:

l         100% pure mineral powder that is best for sensitive and acne-prone skin (yours truly!)

l         Free from Talc, Paraben and Fragrance

l         Non-comedogenic and Hypoallergenic

l         Contains mica, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, iron oxide(from clays), magnesium sterate, ultramarin, kaolin and allantoin

My Reviews:

l         The powder is finely milled and extremely soft, smooth and silky

l         Very easy to blend and stays intact on skin

l         Can definitely use on its own (I did not apply anything except for the mineral clay powder)

l         Matte-Finish but doesn’t accentuate into lines and not drying at all

l         Low to medium coverage and doesn’t have any scent

l         Lasts for 5-6 hours and powder still looks intact

Eden’s Paradise: Mineral Blush in Pinkee                    PHP 349/30g

What it claims:

l         100% pure mineral blush made of clays, mica, iron oxides, zinc oxides, titanium dioxide, ultramarine pink, allantoin

l         Free from Paraben, Talc and Bismuth

l         Velvety Silky Finish

My Reviews:

l         The powder is finely milled and extremely soft, smooth and silky

l         Shade is in peachy pink

l         It is pigmented hence light stroke is enough to give a natural flush of pink cheeks

l         No specific scent and it does last for 3-4 hours

Overall Reviews on Eden’s Paradise Mineral Powder:

l         Generally I’m not a fan of loose powder as I find them too messy to apply

l         However, Eden’s Paradise mineral clay powder was able to give such airbrush finish whereas compact foundation wasn’t able to achieve

l         The Eden’s Paradise mineral blush also gives such a nice natural pink flush to cheeks whereas wearing it alone already compliment the entire face

Here’s me wearing only Eden’s Paradise mineral clay powder as base makeup,  Eden’s Paradise mineral blush on cheeks and some lipstick:

Thank you for dropping by!

You may want to check out my previous reviews on Eden’s Paradise products HERE