Acure Unscented Body Lotion

          I started using acures unscented body lotion just a few days ago. This lotion is pretty decent in size and I mainly use it after a shower. I have lots of personal care products that has different scents so I decide to get a lotion that is unscented. Although this lotion is unscented, the smell of it makes me think of almond plus soy milk. It hydrates my skin well and it is made up of many organic ingredients. I would recommend this lotion for those who are sensitive to fragrances. Also, acure doesn't charge sales tax unless you live in the state where their warehouse is located in (no wonder why I wasn't charged with tax on my online order). However, their website is not as developed as the well known brands, which might be a problem for some. Either way I don't mind too much as long as their product quality is not bad :) I think they just need some time. 

Personal update? - I have more time now as things are winding down. So, now I can blog and sleep more. Yesterday, I was a bit bored so I was browsing YouTube and listened to 200%. I think the song is very catchy and it got stuck in my head for a while. I wikipediaed akmu and found that they are 14 and 17 yrs old :o They are very talented indeed. 

J. R. Watkins Shea Butter Hand Cream

          A few weeks ago I bought J.R. Watkins' hands and feet retreat because it was on sale and so I thought why not. I have never heard of this brand before, but I'm open to try new things. The set comes with a Shea butter hand cream, foot repair salve, nail buffer and file. I haven't used the foot salve yet, so I'll discuss it in my future posts. 

          I started using the shea butter hand cream two days ago. This hand cream is formulated without paraben, dye, phthalates and propylene glycol. Also, it's certified 98.90% natural by the Natural Products Association (interesting) and has a lavender smell to it. I personally don't really like the smell of lavender, but I didn't read what smell it was before buying so I hoped that I would not dislike the smell. I didn't like the smell as a matter of fact after trying the cream for the first time two days ago. The smell of lavender does not really fit me I guess. However, the cream does dry relatively fast on my hands, which is a positive. I do hope that I will get use to this smell because I have admit that the texture of the cream is pretty good. 

Acure Cell Stimulating Facial Mask

          Over the weekend I decided to try some of acures other products and bought this facial mask. It arrived yesterday, which really surprised me. I thought it would take at least a week or so for my stuff to get here so I got to use the mask yesterday. The size of the mask is similar to my Neutrogena hand cream. I liked the fact that this mask has some many natural ingredients. Also, the directions has a bit of humor to it: "Apply evenly over your face until you look like a green sea-monster." I smiled after reading it. The color of the mask is like a forest green and the smell was peculiar. At first, it smelled like some sort of Chinese herbal medicine and then gradually I smelled gingerbread (weird isn't it?). The smell is definitely something that I've never experienced before. So after applying it to my face, I waited for about 15mins before washing it off. It harden slightly, but not as hard as the clay masks. The washing part was different too because the mask feels very smooth/slimy. Hopefully, I'll see some results the more I use it. 

                                                             Do I look like a green sea-monster? 

Acure Dark Chocolate + Mint Argan Oil Lip Balm

          I have a habit of putting on lip balm or Chapstick right before I go to bed and I'm pretty sure it was my older sister that influenced me to do that when we were little. As I grew older, I feel like something's missing if I forget to use my Chapstick before going to bed. I used to use the same Chapstick whenever I run out, but I began trying different Chapsticks and lip balms as time went by. Last semester I was using a new lip balm and it really irritated my lips. I thought that once I get used to it, then I should be fine. However, the irritation really didn't stop. Fortunately, though, I got chance to get a new lip balm a few days ago. This lip balm is acures dark chocolate + mint argan oil lip balm. 

          I'm a big fan of chocolate and a new fan of argan oil so this lip balm is a combination of my two favorites. This lip balm uses organic ingredients and is also usda certified organic. Last night, I finally decided to stop using that irritating lip balm and try this argan oil lip balm. I'm not a big fan of wasting things so I struggled a bit before finally making my decision. Now, I've got to say that I do not regret making that decision. The lip balm smells exactly like mint chocolate chip ice cream and made me wanting some when I first opened the cap. It feels a bit more oily than typical lip balms, but not too much that you want to wipe it off. The texture of the lip balm is very smooth and because it is oil based I only needed to apply once on the top and bottom of my lips. 

          Not only does this lip balm not irritate my lips, but also makes me feel better knowing that the ingredients are all organic and no weird chemicals was used. As a result, I had a great sleep last night..zzzzzzz

     

Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in Tutti Frutti

          Shopping is a great way to relieve stress and make you feel good. I did a little shopping trip this weekend and got just three things. After having a rough morning, this impromptu shopping trip made my day. Of the three things that I bought, I got a bright lip color. An orangey color was what I was looking for and I found it. This lip color is Revlon's Colorburst lip butter in tutti frutti. I was deciding between this lip butter and the papaya lip butter. The papaya color looked slightly darker so I got tutti frutti instead. Revlon had many options of an orange color like lip gloss, lipstick, lip stain and more. I have never tried lip butter before, so I thought that it's a great chance to try it. 

          I put it on my lips within an hour of purchasing it. The lip butter is really smooth and easy to apply. I think that it's a great color for spring. The color wasn't as bright as I wanted it to be, which maybe because my Asian skin is on the tan side. I actually used it today too and it stayed on pretty well after reapplying (I had lunch so had to reapply). This lip butter would probably look better if my skin was lighter. Overall, I think I would continue to use it. 

Tarte Energy Lip Tint

          I actually got this lip tint not too long ago. This lip tint is travel size, which is about the size of your regular chapstick. When I first pulled the cap out, I thought that the color was too light for my lips. The color of this energy lip tint is light pink and I saw no color on my lips after putting some on one morning.  However, my lips looked like I had put on my Tarte lip luster a few moments later when I looked in the mirror. It seemed like magic. The energy lip tint actually changes color after you put it on your lips!! I was surprised and happy about my purchase :) Enjoy the little surprises in life <3

Ecotools Makeup Brush Set

          I apply my eye shadows with makeup brushes because that's the way I have been doing it since I started using makeup.  There was a time when I was watching a beauty guru's YouTube videos and she often uses her fingers to apply eye shadow so I did that for a while. Using your fingers is definitely more different than brushes.  Fingers are not as precise as brushes and you have to wash your fingers between applications so the colors don't mix.  The downside about brushes is that you have to wash it often so bacteria doesn't build up and cause eye infections or something like that.  I personally prefer brushes over my fingers (ring finger) after trying both methods.  I try as much as I can to wash my brushes often.  First, I wash my brushes with soap and then use an antibacterial spray. If you do use brushes, then clean it often so bacterial doesn't cause harm to your eyes. 

           Since I am a fan of brushes, I picked up ecotools six piece essential eye set to try it out (also cuz it was on sale).  The brushes are soft, travel size and made from bamboo and recycled materials. Also, each brush has a label so you dont have worry about not remembering how to use it.  I really like the large eye shadow brush because it only takes one sweep to get my eye lids covered.