ChuLip GiveAway contest !

Giveaway time!!! 

Dear all I'll be giving away 4 chulip lip balms to a lucky followers/readers ! 

How to join : 

Step 1 : 

Follow & Comment under my instagram account : ValerieYan7 

OR 

Like my FB page : https://www.facebook.com/ValerieYanYan7?fref=ts

& comment under this picture . 

Step 2 

tag 3 of your friends and tell me why you wanna share this lip balm with them .

and we're done! 

☺

 the most creative comment will be receive this cutest lip balm from me

✨

 result will be announce on May 31May2015 💕 good luck and have fun girls!

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Regards,

ValerieYan

My 2015 beauty regime

Hi everyone!

 How do you start with your beauty regime ? 

Here is a short & simple post about my 2015 beauty regime :) 

Thanks to butterfly project I'm able to try all this awesome products ! 

First of all, 

Aloe vera soothing & refresh gel mist from Always21

100ML

My thoughts about Always21 Aloe vera soothing & refresh gel mist : 

I'm using it now everyday, to be honest I never try any mist before, 

cause I'm a person who doesn't like my skin to be sticky , but I guess that's why I'm having a serious dehydrate skin. 

 I put it in my office and use it everyday , spray on my face every 3 to 4 hours . My skin immediately felt refresh and not sticky at all , plus the ingredient is 95% aloe vera, I think it does have calming effect too,  very suitable for those who driving or travel under hot sun . Every girl should put a facial mist in your handbags , car or office !  I even spray it on my neck, shoulders , hands whenever I felt that my skin is in damage from sun or heat. Although it call 'gel' mist, but it seems like normal water mist to me. 

Matrix Biolage Smooth Proof shampoo

400ML 

RM55

Frizzy and unmanageable hair can be difficult to control and style. Inspired by natures water-resistant camellia, Biolage SMOOTHPROOF Shampoo for frizzy hair provides humidity control and anti-frizz smoothness even in 97% humidity.*

*When using the system of SMOOTHPROOF Shampoo, Conditioner and Serum vs. a non-conditioning shampoo.

●Shampoo with frizzy hair cleanses and controls frizz for manageability and smoothness

●Polishes hair and encapsulates it in a protective shield

●Paraben-free formula is also suitable for color-treated hair

My thoughts about Matrix Biolage smooth proof shampoo : 

 I like to colour my hair every 3 to 4 months and previously did a permenant curl to my hair so my hair basically very damage and super dry. even number76 steve asked me do more treatment to save my current damage spoil hair :'(  so I hess it is the best time to use this shampoo! 

after 2 months I felt my hair is smoother but well of course can't compare with intensive treatment like hair mask or hair conditioner , but I guess at least better than my previous head&shoulder one? 

and oh ya!  The smells is great too :D 

available in many different types for different people , some is for colouring , straightening , dry and etc. You can get this from any big saloon around KL area :) 

following that would be 

Garnier Sakura white pinkish radiance sleeping essence

RM22 

18ml 

Garnier Sakura White Pinkish Radiance Sleeping Essence is enriched with 2x sakura extracts, a gentle but powerful ingredient from Japan. This delicate night cream, with a blend of natural sakura extracts, natural fruit extracts, and vitamin CG, hydrates skin for 24 hours and lets skin breathe while you sleep. It helps lighten skin tone, fade dark spots, and refine skin texture. Wake up with pinkish radiant skin that feels smoother, softer, bouncier, and more refreshed. This formula is suitable for sensitive skin.

* Pinkish Radiance Sleeping Essence

* After one night, skin is deeply moisturized, plumped, and smooth

* In two weeks, skin becomes beautiful like a sakura flower

* Translucent pinkish radiant skin tone

* In 4 weeks, dark spots are reduced

My thoughts about Garnier Sakura white pinkish radiance sleeping essence :

I used it on night time before I go to bed , it is moisturise but I think this product is more suitable for normal - dry skin, for me is a bit too oily , I prefer something more light weight. I passed it to my mom (normal skin) she's using perfectly fine and fairer with garnier sakura white facial foam. 

my mom used to have darker skin tone cause always go out fetch my brother to work and also always  hang clothes or doing house work under a hot bright sun. 

Hope you like my review ! 

regards,

ValerieYan 

Nivea HandCream and Nivea In shower skin conditioner REVIEW

Hi ladies! 

Today I'm gonna review Nivea 

Product description

Nivea Smooth Nourishing Hand Cream is a rich yet quickly absorbed cream that softens and nourishes dry hands. Use daily to improve the skin’s elasticity and leave hands and cuticles smooth and supple. Pamper and intensively nourish hands with this unique macadamia nut oil and vitamin enhanced formula.

· Ceramides to help improve the skins structure

· Vitamin-complex containing pro-vitamin B5 and vitamin F to regenerate dry skin

· Macadamia nut oil to soothe and relieve taut skin

· Dermatologically approved

How to Use:

Massage Nivea Hand Nourishing Cream into hands as often as required.

Nivea Smooth Nourishing Hand Cream has a light, anti-dryness vitamin complex to restore and improve the skin’s elasticity.

My thoughts about Nivea Hand Cream Smooth Nourishing :

I only received this hand cream about a week ago & I've been using it every day & I love it! Why? coz it absorbs VERY quicky, I have dry hands at this time of year but as soon as I put this on my hands, my hands are very soft!, it's non-greasy & not a problem with sensitive skin but if you have VERY sensitive skin this hand cream probably isn't for you but what I would recommend for those with VERY sensitive is Nivea's Pure & Natural Hand Cream coz that's what I had before I bought this one & it's a great hand cream which works just aswell! & it has more Natural ingridents in it too, so if you have VERY sensitive skin you're probably better trying that hand cream. Anyway! This is a very good hand cream I would definetly recommend this hand cream!

But i've tried several different hand creams and this one as it leaves your hands greasy. thats not so good when you have to write things later as it makes the pen slip! :P

Nivea In shower Body moisturiser (skin conditioner)  

The skin conditioning formula is applied straight after cleansing in the shower and is rinsed off immediately to reveal soft and silky feeling skin.

No need to wait, the formula is instantly absorbed into wet skin so you can dry yourself, get dressed and go!

How to Use

Nivea In-Shower Body Moisturiser is easy to use and works in four simple steps:

1. Cleanse with normal shower product and rinse off

2. Apply NIVEA In-Shower Body Moisturiser while still in the shower

3. Rinse off

4. Dry yourself, get dressed and go!

Hazards and Cautions

Important: Rinse shower tray or bath to avoid slipping

My thoughts about Nivea In shower body moisturiser :

I never heard of any skin conditioner products before , 

I'm quite excited when I received this product . 

I have tried this a couple of times & it does moisturise my skin a bit but after a while I have felt the need to apply some body lotion in some areas.

I always use body lotion after a shower as I do have quite dry skin in places.

I think this is quite a good product & it would probably suit you very well if you do not have dry skin.

It is a bit more like a hair conditioner than a moisturiser & I must admit it is nice to get out of the shower & not have to bother about faffing about with body lotion.

and as mentioned, the floor is very very slippery after this skin conditioner, make sure you clean your floor every time after this. Especially when kids is around :) 

I Hope My Review is Helpful! :)

Regards,

ValerieYan

NEESYA Intensive Overnight Radiance set & make up remover REVIEW

Hi ladies & gentleman! 

Today I'm gonna share a local Malaysia skincare brand ! 

NEESYA 

http://www.neesya.com/

you can get them from : 

*Neesya® Subang Parade, Subang Jaya, Selangor

03-5638 7500

*Neesya® SACC MALL, Shah Alam, Selangor 

03-5518 7500

*Neesya® The Mines, Seri Kembangan, Selangor 

012-9500 149

*Neesya® Plaza Metro Kajang, Selangor 

03-8733 7550

OR order through watsapp !
012-2950019

''Neesya (butterfly in Greek) symbolizes the spirit of today’s modern individual. The butterfly is the essence of freedom, natural beauty and hidden potentials. Like a butterfly, which is a symbol of transformation, every individual has that inner beauty that is waiting to be revealed.

Every person deserves only the very best skincare. And Neesya provides that with proven innovative science, with uncompromised use of premium natural extracts in its products. All this at affordable the reach to all.

Experience naturally illuminated skin with Neesya LumiScience°® Technology and emerge with luminous skin through Neesya's 360° complete, customised skincare system.

Neesya skincare is about enriching lives with effective, scientific beauty care, made affordable to everyone.''

First impression : look normal & I dint expect much honestly. 

BUT ... BUT ... BUT ...

It's totally over my expectation from the first try on my face. 

 I couldn't stop using it now

 and I am using it EVERYDAY. 

I've using it for the whole month, me and my family can see a huge change of my skin. 

I've been changing and using all different skincare brands and this definitely gonna be  in my top 3 list .

  why say so? 

packaging is very simple, I hope they can make the packaging more attractive.

First I'm gonna review is 

Skin Essentials

Eye & Lip Makeup Remover (100ml)
RM49

The Neesya Eye & Lip Makeup Remover is a gentle, bi-phase Makeup Remover. It is specially formulated for 3 key actions: 

Whisks off stubborn, waterproof make-up without rubbing or aggravating the delicate eye contour and lip area 

Helps prevent anti-aging with Sunflower Oil, Vit A, C, E, and Pro-vitamin B5 

Conditions and hydrates the skin 

Unlike other & lip makeup removers which just strip off everything - sometime a little too harshly - this gentle but effective makeup remover leaves the eyes area perfectly clean and soothed.

This gentle, bi-phase Make-Up Remover is specifically designed to whisk off stubborn, waterproof make-up without rubbing or aggravating the delicate eye contour and lip area. Enriched with Sunflower Oil for anti-aging benefits of Vit A,C and E. Pro-vitamin B5, conditions and hydrates the skin leaving the eye area perfectly clean and soothed.

My thoughts about NEESYA Eye&Lip makeup remover 

It does remove my make up easily but for those waterproof & long lasting products does require few swipes , overall is good just that I hope they have another type of make up remover which is without oil and instantly remove all make up at once so I won't need to carry 2 different type of make up remover :) 

Pros

- just 1 swipe all my foundation, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil are totally gone.

Cons

-waterproof mascara and ysl long lasting lip stain need double or triple swipes only managed to take off. 

- need double cleanse to remove the oils away 

LumiScience°®

Illuminating Essence (65ml)
RM129

Visibly boosts skin luminosity with LumiScience°® Technology through a 360° approach. Skin regains its translucent appearance as skin is brightened, hydrated and protected against damaging free radicals and oxidative stress. Results: An illuminated and more even toned complexion.

Key actives and functions: Silver Vine extract helps reduce the protein carbonylation levels and enhances skin transluscency. 

Alpha-­Melight™ helps fight dark spots, soothes and clarifies skin to optimize radiance and luminosity. 

Natural complex of watermelon, apple and lentil extracts helps skin regain optimum hydration levels by restoring skin cellular fluidity and natural moisturising factors. 

Bio­‐technologically derived yeast proteins, fortified with minerals of diamond, mother of pearl, turquoise and opal, help smoothen, refine skin texture, and promote skin radiance.

Applied twice daily, fatigued, dull, uneven toned, dehydrated skin regains its glowing radiance.

My thoughts about Nessya Illuminating essence : 

This is the BEST essence I've ever used ! Even better then SK II If you ask me. 

It just prefect for my combination -oily skin ! I apply every morning and night , every next morning I can feel my skin is getting better & better . 

PROS 

-SUPER awesome awesome awesome result 

- absorb into skin very fast 

- skin tone more even 

- gave me radiance 

- instant hydrate 

CONS

-minimum tingling sensation in the first few seconds 

- kinda sticky in the first few minutes

Lumi°®

Brightening Enzymatic Refiner (75ml)
RM69

An effective leave-on exfoliant enhances the appearance of skin clarity, even tone and radiance. Formulated with papain, this gentle enzyme efficiently lifts away lifeless skin cells to reveal a brighter, smoother complexion and encourage cell renewal. Extract of Silver Vine Extract and AlphaMelight™ complement the exfoliation process with skin brightening effects, while Pro-Vitamin B and aloe extract restore hydration to help skin regain its glowing vitality. 

How To Use

Smooth an even layer of over cleansed, dry skin. Ensure even coverage over the face and neck. Apply a thicker layer over stubborn dark spots. Massage lightly in a circular motion for about 30 seconds and leave on for another 3 minutes. Before rinsing off, wet your fingers and gently massage to soften. Rinse thoroughly. Use 1 – 2 times a week for optimum brightening effects.

My thoughts about Brightening Enzymatic Refiner 

I've never use a refiner before, mostly in the market are selling scrubs , but for thin skin people like me 

if use scrubs is too harsh , so I barely use any scrubs. But this refiner is something very similar to scrub and very very gentle to my skin,the feelings is just like apply a layer of mask and massage gently for about 30 minutes leave on for 5-10 minutes , use a wet cotton and remove the refiner, lastly rinse off. 

PROS 

-giving the same effect as scrub ,but this is WAY more gentle .

CONS 

- no? everything is good about this refiner : D

Lumi°®

Brightening Overnight Mask (75ml)
RM99

An intensive overnight treatment mask formulated with Silver Vine Extract and AlphaMelight™. Contains concentrated dose of brightening complex to help diminish skin discoloration, revitalise complexion and restore skin hydration while you rest. Recharges tired skin with essential moisture and anti-oxidants to help skin regain it suppleness, vitality and youthful glow.

My thoughts about NEESYA Brightening overnight mask

one of the BEST sleeping mask! For people who lazy like me, especially tired from work, just apply a thick layer and jump to the bed ! 

PROS 

-convenient ! 

-giving me a brightening , hydration and smooth skin every morning.

-It dint leave any oily or sticky feels after 1 or 2 hours. 

CONS

- slightly sticky on the first 1 or 2 hours .

my fully naked face without any photoshop (add watermark only) & make up camera touch up. 

totally original naked face. 

Me with my recent favorite skin care NEESYA . 

This is really a good brand , everything is beyond my expectation , I'm really glad Malaysia can produce this awesome brand. I'm going to get it from The Mines counter after I finish the whole set !

-from the bottom of my heart-

Hope you like my review!

Love,

ValerieYan

VisaPure Review (after 2 months ) & studio shooting with Philips VisaPure

Hi ladies! 

How important is cleanser to me? 

Do you still remember my VisaPure review? 

Part one

http://valerieyanyan.blogspot.com/2014/09/philips-first-gentle-cleansing-device.html

Part two

http://valerieyanyan.blogspot.com/2014/09/unbox-philips-visapure-cleansing-device.html

this is the changes of my face within 2-3 months, before & after Philips VisaPure . 

a HURE change! 

Below picture I never edit nor turn on my beauty mode in my casio TR camera . 

you still managed to zoom in to see all the pores and pimples. 

I have so many acne is because too many make up on my face everyday and i dint clean properly, 

and my pores getting bigger and bigger, and lots of dirts stuccoes inside my pores ,

thats the main reason that cause all the pimples and white head appeared . 

I tried to put mask everyday, it dint help much. 

even I stop putting make up for few weeks, my skin problem is still the same. 

This is all because I dint remove the dirts properly :( 

until Visapure appear ~ 

let's see my skin condition

1month later. 

much better altho still have small pimples and white heads , but overall improve really well. 

what about 2months later? 

all I can say is my pores is much smaller and Im not worry of cosmetics is blocking my pores anymore! 

I'm sharing my own opinion in the video too! 

barely see my left face right ! felt so different :P 

some candid shoot during the shooting 

Happy studio shooting day with the ladies! 

altho the video is only around 3.1 minutes but took us 8 hours + to finish it. 

the result is simple & nice! 

take a look :D

I keep NG due to over nervous , Ive did many studio shooting last time but I'm still nervous .

Thanks for the awesome shooting team! 

hope to work with all of you again <3 

What is Visapure? 

Do you know? 

my current skin conditions :) 

Hope you achieve a healthy, glowing and awesome skin condition! 

remember girls, VisaPure is 10 times more effective than cleaning with hand ! 

especially girls who like to make up, make sure you clean all your make up away everyday in just 1 minutes ! 

Hope you like my review!

Love,

ValerieYan

SKIN & LAB Dr.Pore Tightening Glacial Clay Facial Mask and SKIN & LAB Dr. Color Effect Red Serum REVIEW

Hi ladies! 

Today I'm gonna share a very useful & effective deep cleansing mask !

especially for oily skin, acne skin , trouble skin , BIG pores like me! 

A star product from Korea ~ 

where I get my masks & serum from

http://www.nattacosme.com 

SKIN & LAB Dr.Pore Tightening Glacial Clay Facial Mask

Link :

http://www.nattacosme.com/SKIN-LAB-Dr-Pore-Tightening-Glacial-Clay-Facial-Mask?filter_name=clay&filter_description=true

Price :  RM 71 

100ML

SKIN & LAB Dr.Pore Tightening Glacial Clay Facial Mask

Proven to solve the causes of pores and excess sebum secretion, Glacial Clay Facial Mask purifies the skin in and out, as well as minimizes the enlarged pores and firms the sagging pore walls. 

Both the two main ingredients - Glacial clay, removing accumulated impurities deep in pores, and oatmeal, eliminating surface debris and moisturizing

- Act together to treat against potential skin problem. The formula absorbs excess sebum and prevents the appearance of black heads while leaving cooling effect after. This is not just an instant "cover up" product: without clogging or filling the pores, thissilicone free everyday facial mask will promise you long term results for your clearer & firmer skin.

Pore Contraction / Sebum Control / Acne Treatment / Deep Cleaning / Hydration Balancing

[ Main Ingredient ]

Canadian Glacial Clay

- Sebum control, Skin Waste removal, Acne resolving, Calming

Oatmeal

- Dead cell removal, Skin softening, Deep Hydration

Tea Tree Leaf

-Acne prevention, Acne resolving, Calming

[ How to use ]

Apply enough amount of the mask avoiding direct eye area after cleansing. After 10 to 15 minutes, rinse it off gently with warm water.

Recommended frequency:

2~3 times a week for oily skin 

1~2 times a week for dry to normal skin

[ Recommended for ]

- Acne-prone skin with lower hydration level

- Sagged/wide-open pores

- Deeply-rooted, dark blackheads

- Uncontrollable, excessive sebum

- cakey look after make up due to dead cells/skin waste

*info's credit to NattaCosme* 

You can not only use it on face, you can use it on special care on targeted area & special body care, 

I've noticed a lot men & women have lots of pimples at the back, 

highly recommended for you!

a mask for your back ( wow , sound so special )

it came with a small spatular & a double cover . 

smell wise I don't think have any artificial scent inside, just normal natural clay mask smell. 

the texture is cooling once apply, 

 and with canadian glacial clay & little Oatmeal inside (sound so breakfast)

my skin conditions is not bad as last time, but still tiny reddish spot / small acne everywhere 

but once you zoom in can see lots of big pores at my nose & cheeks area. 

that's my biggest concern. 

after wash face , 

apply the mask evenly on your face .

wait for 10-15minutes 

and wash it away with tap water. 

as simple as that. 

*tips*

after every deep cleansing mask, you can apply another moisturise mask (any brand) 

for 15-30minutes, you will feel that your skin absorb much much faster & the super soft after it .

Believe or not! I did this every time ( if I have time) lol 

and I loveeeeee this method soooo much! 

try it! you definitely will love it ! 

I received a small sample size of this Red Serum which came together with the Clacial Clay Facial Mask and they recommend me to use it after the mask, so I did. 

SKIN & LAB Dr. Color Effect Red Serum

RM 150

40ML 

Link : 

http://www.nattacosme.com/SKIN-LAB-Dr-Color-Effect-Red-Serum%20?filter_name=red%20&filter_description=true

[ Description ] 

Better Radiance, Younger Skin

See the difference at the moment of application. Compare your skin after 5 days of usage!

Phyto RED Complex

Lycopene & Elagic Acid rich in Red- Colored fruits are the key red element to provide anti-oxidant effect and keep from collagen distructure. Our powerful skin protective Phyto Red Complex will help you get Younger-Looking, Healthy Skin.

The ultimate Solution for timeless beauty

This 1 bottle of Red serum will resolve all the skin concern of females- Whitening, Wrinkle care, Moisturizing, Calming, and Oil controls. It keeps the clearer and even healthier skin for you.

[ Main Ingredient ]

Pomegranate

Actives Skin Energy, Improves Skin Radiance, Elasticity, Vitality

Raspberry

Rich Vitamin C,Improves Skin Elasticity Moisturizing Effect

Cloudberry

Essential Fatty Acid & Vitamin-Rich Skin Claming & Protecting Moisturizing Effect

Blueberry

Anti-Oxidant,Moisturizing Effect 

Acai Berry

Anti-Oxidant,Improves Skin Tone

Lycium

Improves skin tone, Relieves Stress

[ How to use ]

After toning, apply 3-4 drops of Red serum over face and throat.Smooth in gently.Follow with moisturizer.

[ Recommended for ]

-Skin with less elasticity experiencing aging

-Skin with less radiance and dull texture

-Skin with less imbalanced oil / moisture level

-Skin with tired looking from stress

The red serum smells soooooo good & natural !

I think I can smell Green Tea ? lol 

the liquid is totally not oily at all & non sticky, 

highly recommended apply this after the mask. 

the best combination I've ever used. 

wow, this is just wow ! 

My nose area redness is obviously much better, 

cheek & jaw area clam down and pores is much smaller! 

im gonna list this under one of my emergency mask. 

what is emergency mask? is like example tomorrow or tonight I'm gonna attend a very important date/ event / dinner and I need something to boots up my skin conditions. 

This definitely can be rely on ^_^ 

I swear I never edit any of this picture, just added watermark and crop it . thats it. 

I'm kinda amazed of the result of this clay mask + red serum. 

my skin feels so moisture , brighter & most importantly , my pores is much much much smaller. 

I'll continue use the mask every 2 to 3 days & hopefully it will totally minimise my big pores problem. 

hope you like my review! 

Love,

ValerieYan