L'Occitane Citrus Verbena Sorbet Body Cream

Given Description:

Enriched with moisturizing lemon, this splendid body cream softens and awakens skin. Its light and pleasing texture provides a refreshing and cooling sensation, leaving skin feeling smooth and delicately perfumed with the sparkling scent of citrus and verbena.

Smooth onto moist or dry and clean skin.

Quoted from L'Occitane.com.sg website

When i sampled this at the L'Occitane shop, i was quite pleased with the texture of the cream so i bought this. And furthermore, since this is a sorbet and not a heavy cream, it's perfect for Singapore's hot and humid weather.



The refreshing scent of the cream ( i like the verbena range a lot, especially the body wash) also freshens you up.




One thing i really like about this cream is it absorbs really quickly, and is not greasy at all, so i've started putting on body cream after my showers. Normally, i don't do that because most of the body moisturizing creams i have are quite thick and a little bit greasy so i hate to walk around feeling so sticky you know? With those type of heavy creams, i save them for just before bedtime, so that i can tuck into bed with my air conditioner blowing and not feel sticky.








With a protective seal. I like this, because then you don't have to worry so much about keeping the cream unused for some time before finally opening it. (that doesn't mean you should leave the product unused for too long though! Most products have an expiry date)





I also noticed that my hands feel rather sticky with this on. I can't explain it, it feels perfectly fine on the rest of my body but on my hands it feels sticky. Hmm? I tend to wash my hands after using this cream. And the scent smells a bit artificial when applied in large amounts. Again, i can't explain why.



Costs i think $55-$60? Can't remember the price.


Anyway, if you like light, non-greasy creams, then this is for you. Overall, a not-bad cream. If only the sticky hands and artificial smell didn't occur..




Rating: ♥♥♥

Make Up Store Microshadow

From left: Muffin, Butterfly


From left: Eclipse, Deep Blue


What i love about Make Up Store's Microshadows is that they have a wide range of colours. They have more than 100 i think, just for the Microshadow range. The colours are highly pigmented (of course used better over a base) and are very fine, and due to the fine texture they are highly blendable.


You only need a little bit for high intensity, and the colours when applied on skin look the same in the pot.


Here are a few swatches:





(applied over Make Up Store's eyeprimer in clear) From left: Muffin, Butterfly, Eclipse and Deep Blue




Wonderfully vivid. I love Muffin, one of the best highlighting shadows ever. You can use it to highlight your browbone, it has a most delightful champagne satin colour. If you had to buy one eyeshadow, i would recommend Muffin.



Each costs about SGD $26 i think? Cheaper than MAC and just as good. Plus each pot contains a lot that would last you quite some time.



Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ Cheap and good quality

Make Up Store Eyeprimer Clear

Given Description:

A highly concentrated moisturizing cream with sun protectors formulated to conceal and nourish at the same time. Apply around the eye area to reduce dark circles, spider veins and fine lines. Easily absorbed, leaving the skin smooth and soft without any oily feeling. Use it under a Make Up Store eyeshadow for a more intense and longlasting result.

as quoted from back of product

Although they say the primer is clear, the product itself is whiteish in colour, but goes on skin clear.





Heres an example




Squeeze out a very small amount onto your ring finger, and dab onto both eyes. You really only need a small amount to just cover your lid, because too much and your eye will become a little oily. Also, the product will not absorb properly if you apply too much. Wait for a little while for the product to sink in and then, apply your eyeshadow as per normal.



As tested with Make Up Store's Microshadow in Deep Blue

This is an example of the difference it makes to your eyeshadow. The more intense part is the area that has eyeprimer on it while the less intense part is the area without a primer. I applied an even amount of eyeshadow over the whole area.




The eye primer really works to make your eyeshadows a lot more intense and you only need a little bit of eye shadow to bring out the colour. This helps you save on your eyeshadows because now you use less.



The primer also helps to prevent your eyeshadow from creasing. This still happens to me, but i don't blame it on the primer. It is because of the way my lid is folded. Remember though, do NOT apply too much primer on your lids.



I really love how easy it is to bring out the intensity of colours with the use of this primer. It has made my life a lot easier heheh.



You can get this at any Make Up Store. There is one in Paragon and another in Vivocity.



Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ Love this

Make Up Store skin serum

Given description:

A silky, light serum designed to immediately provide softness and vitality to the skin. An exclusive blend of human like skin lipid and botanical extracts: Sage, Gingko Bilboa and Rosemary makes this serum fortify skin against early signs of aging and retain the skin's moisture.


Skin Serum is rich serum that stimulate, moisture and sooths your skin. It suits all skin types and is used daily. You can also use it as a primer for your make up or blend it with Wonder Powder for a stunning foundation.

Key ingredients
Ginkgo Biloba: Moisturize the skin and give better structure
Lavender: Anti – septic and calming
Rosemary: Anti – bacterial

As quoted from Makeup Stores website

This serum is thick, and a little bit is enough to cover a large portion of your face. It doesn't have any particular scent.



when applied, you skin feels super smooth. Give it some time to sink in, because it is not extremely absorbent.


However i realise that when i brush my hand over the areas after i apply the skin serum, some white stuff comes out. I don't know if it's residue or something from the dried up serum. And when i apply my foundation, it tends to streak. Although this skin serum gives an enviable skin texture, it doesn't really do what it's supposed to do. As compared to my other skin primers, like the Benefit one, this pales in comparison.



i cannot remember how much this costs, but i'll definitely not be buying this again.



Rating: ♥♥

Sisley Phyto lip shine

Given description:

Phyto-Lip ShineA formula with skin care benefits,
for plump, luscious lips.

A sensorial texture
The lightweight texture is both nutritive and gentle on the fragile lip area.
It feels irresistibly soft, imperceptible and non-sticky on lips.
So soft, it glides voluptuously over the lips.

A formula with skin care benefits

Lips are perfectly moisturised (+31% in 30 minutes), supple, smooth, soft and protected from external aggressions.
Dry lips are soothed and repaired.
Ultra-luminous, luscious, fruity colours !


The ten shades can be combined to create totally new looks and can be matched with the new Phyto-Lèvres Gloss pencils.
Know more about Phyto-Lip Shine.


Quoted from Sisley website

The elegant silver tube is housed in a black sort of suede material casing. I presume it is to prevent finger print marks and smudges on the silver tube. Anyhow, it looks very regal. I hardly ever see lipstick tubes come with their own cases, so this is the first.






I got my lipsticks in two colours, left would be number 6 Sheer Burgundy and right would be number 4 in Sheer Rosewood. The Sheer Burgundy one is pretty dark, and would probably take me a lot of guts to wear out. I still haven't mastered the art of wearing a red/dark lippie out.




One swipe is all you need for intense colour, but you can definitely layer it on to make it more intense. The lipstick is extremely creamy, and is really a breeze to apply. I don't apply my lipsticks with a lipbrush, because thats too much fuss for me :p. A closer look at it revealed very tiny sparkles which don't show up on your lips, but is noticeable from the lipstick itself. I guess that helps to enhance your lips in a way.




The Sheer Rosewood one is more of a day colour, definitely. It doesn't stray too far away from your natural lip colour, but just enhances it. It isn't translucent though, so don't get the wrong impression. The colours are glossy too, so if you are looking for a lipstick that gives a matte look, this is wrong for you.



The Sheer Burgundy one is really gorgeous. It's a sort of plum colour, but isn't the dark-dark type of plum colour. If you have really fair skin, this would be PERFECT for you. It's a striking colour, no doubt about that.

You can dab some onto your lip from the tube if you want a less intense colour. That's a good way of softening it, or you can of course blot away some.


It lasted me a good 4 hours, but faded a little when i ate my lunch. This isn't one of those non-budge lipsticks and you need to touch up once in a while, especially after meals.

It costs a lot though, SGD $58 for one lipstick so this is definitely a splurge/investment. I would say that it's worth buying, because how long does a lipstick last you? I should say a long time, and it's worth getting a good one to last you all the way.




You can get this at Paragon Metro or Ngee Ann City Takashimaya's Sisley beauty counter.





Rating: ♥♥♥♥ ♥/

Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Premium A/O

Given Description:

#1 selling shu uemura Cleansing Oil in the world. A premium, anti-aging and anti-oxidant skin purifier that thoroughly cleanses the skin while protecting it against the internal and external aggressions associated with aging. Features Green Tea Extract, known worldwide for its anti-oxidant properties.

-Leaves skin smooth and protected without stripping it of its natural oils.
-Removes waterproof makeup.
-Two-in-one cleanser and makeup remover
-Strengthens skin against oxidation associated with aging
-Contains Catechin - an element of Green Tea Extract that provides skin with anti-oxidant protection
-Ideal for those with anti-aging concerns; those seeking anti-oxidant benefits
-Suitable for all skin types
-150mL and 450mL

This one-step, mild cleansing oil removes makeup, including waterproof mascara, while gently cleansing, moisturizing and calming the skin.

Step 1. Place 4-6 pumps of cleansing oil onto dry hands.
Step 2. Gently massage oil onto a dry face and neck with dry hands.
Step 3. Dampen hands, and emulsify oil by massaging a small amount of warm water on top of the oil.
Step 4. Rinse well with lukewarm water.



Picture and text taken from Shu uemura website

Lots of people are appalled at the idea of cleansing your face with oil. Afterall, you probably want to remove the oil from your face, not add on to it! This cleanser is an oil cleanser, but it does not leave your face feeling oily like what everybody thinks. You massage it on, and later emulsify it with water. Your skin has no trace of the oil afterthat.



One thing i LOVE about this cleanser is that it really removes waterproof makeup effortlessly and thoroughly. I cannot find a cleanser as good as this for removing my waterproof mascara. All the other cream based products that claim to remove waterproof makeup do not work for me, and often, i have to tug at my eyelashes(something you should NEVER do) with my cream makeup remover before i can actually get the mascara off. Big no-no. This cleanser enables me to take off my makeup easily.



It doesn't have a strong smell either and when washed off your skin is definitely not left dry and parched. Leaves skin comfortably hydrated.




You have to understand that on most Shu Uemura products, they do not come with english descriptions which can be a bit of a bother at times. So it's best that you really know which product is for what and clarify at the counter because you won't be able to find instructions on the bottle, unless you are Japanese. Some of their products can have mis-leading names too, like a toner would be called a lotion so it's easy to get confused.




All the shu Uemura products i've come across have never disappointed me and i think they are specially formulated for Asian skin. They are not too rich and really improve my skin's texture and smoothness.


150ml goes for USD $32 and 450 ml goes for $72. I recommend you get a good sized one if you are hardcore waterproof makeup user.



Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ A must-have for me in my beauty closet

L'Occitane Face Scrub Mud

Given Description:

Brings your complexion out from under the clouds. Blends a bounty of sunny Provençal natural elements--green clay from the Montmorillon in central France, A.O.C. olive oil and exfoliating olive kernel powder, grapeseed oil and fragrant rosemary--to leave the face incredibly soft and smooth to the touch. Ideal for normal skin, and any complexion sullied by pollution, or compromised by fatigue.


From the moment you apply it, feel the perfect olive oil "slip" on skin, and the unmistakable integrity of natural ingredients. Moisten clean skin and apply the mud. Massage to exfoliate and rinse immediately. May be used once a week. Also try: Olive Exfoliating Shower Cream for the body.


Taken from L'Occitane website

I like how this product is specially formulated for oily skin, and has sufficient 'scrubbing agents' so i don't feel that i have to rub too hard to get dead skin off.


The lingering smell after you wash it off is also much nicer than the initial smell you get from the jar. I like that it doesn't dry your skin out either and make it itchy/irritated. My skin also feels very smooth after scrubbing with this scrub.



I scrub about once a week, sometimes twice a week. I don't scrub so often because it isn't good for your skin.



Costs USD $30.


Rating: ♥♥♥ /♥