SWATCH & SEE: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Pronto Purple

Hey guys :) Today's post is going to be on a Sally Hansen Insta-Dri polish in Pronto Purple. If you read my most recent haul, you'll know that I picked this up during the OneU Summer Sale! This is actually my first ever polish from Sally Hansen.

In the swatches below, I applied 1 coat of the polish.

*I used flash in all the pics to show the pretty sheen, but I'll definitely take some outdoors next time! Sorry 'bout that :)

RRP: US$3.59/RM27.90

Pronto Purple is a dark fuschia (that leans more toward the purple side) and has a beautiful hot pink, purple & blue shimmer running through it.

Pros:

It has a wide brush and that makes application even and fast. It dries rather quickly on my nails which is a good thing if you always feel the sudden urge to pee when you have freshly painted, wet nail polish on your fingers (Sorry, TMI? haha!). It is the most beautiful shade of purple I've ever owned and I believe it is universally flattering on many skintones. It has amazing opacity and takes two coats (AT MOST). It is also pretty affordable (esp. if you live in the US).

Cons:

It doesn't last very long on me, but that might just be me because I like picking at my nails for some reason.

Overall:

(4 out of 5)

Thanks for reading! Have you guys tried any polishes from this line? What's your fav polish from Sally Hansen?

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♥ Bag of Love: April Earth Month Edition!

Hey beautiful roses! Today's blog post is on the Bag of Love April Earth Month edition so I decided to bring the photoshoot outdoors! I know this is way overdue but I've been so busy with my IGCSE exams and studying. I hope you guys understand :) I actually really like how the pictures turned out, it looks very fresh with natural sunlight and everything. Tell me what you guys think :) IGNORE MY NAILS!! I was testing out nail polishes before that.

This month's bag is made of bleach-free canvas and the tag inside is made with recycled non-woven material. Even though it's recycled, it doesn't feel at all cheap. And can I just say? That the words "Little Beauty Bag" on the bag just draws me in: I LOVE IT! Go Bag of Love!

A coupon for a Decleor Facial at RM98 instead of the normal price, RM230. At the "Unzipping" Tea Party, Mi Mi (Owner of Bag of Love) told us that she loves the facial that Decleor offers: "It smells like someone's baking in the kitchen when they put the wheat germ mask on you!" I'm actually thinking about getting it with my cousin (whom loved her Bag of Love).

Now lets see what's in the bag! GET EXCITED!!

1. Definite Contour Brush (RM88)

In the first bag, they included a Definite Face Blending Brush and everyone loved it and wanted more. Bag of Love has listened: this brush is great for contouring, highlighting and applying blush. I love this for contouring just because it's the perfect size to fit in the hollows of my cheek while doing the fishy face, LOL. It's super soft and it blends the bronzer really nicely so you're not left with a harsh brown line.

2. Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Shampoo (RM88 for 200ml)

This is a pretty big sample of 50ml. I'm not gonna lie, this does smell a little bit weird but it really does help hydrate my hair. I have very dry ends and they're usually all tangly. It's not like the most amazing shampoo or anything, but it does it's job of hydrating. Not a bad product.

3. The Body Shop Quiet Night Dreamy Pillow & Body Mist (RM59 for 100ml)

This my favourite product from the bag! I LOVE IT! It contains jujube date extract, camomile and blended essential oils. This smells so amazing: it kinda smells like orange juice. I have already used up a lot of this.. I spray it on my body, my pillow, my bolsters, my blanket, my stuffed dog.. I pretty much spray it everywhere. It smells very relaxing.. Definitely a love!

4. Nuxe Brightening BB Cream SPF30/PA+++ (RM120 for 30ml)

What.. is this BB Cream made out of gold? I mean, RM120 for 30ml? This sample is really nice though, it's 15ml. I have yet to try this because I still have so many BB Creams opened. I did swatch this on my hand and it seemed to fit my skintone well (as with most BB Creams) and it doesn't leave a sticky feeling.

5. Decleor Hydra Floral Moisturising Cream (RM271 for 50ml)

This is a 15ml tube. I apply this every morning after cleansing my face and before putting on BB Cream. I love the smell and feel of this on my skin. If you apply just the right amount, it is not sticky and will not make you look oily. I'm typically not a floral-scent lover, but this one, to me smells really fresh and not too overpowering.

6. Burt's Bees Richly Replenishing Cocoa & Cupuacu Butters Body Lotion (RM62.80 for 170ml)

This is a little 6.5g sample. I used this all up in one and a half uses (haha!) I ended up smelling half like this and half like raspberries. This smells incredible by the way! It kinda smells like cupcake batter.. Or maybe it's just me.. Maybe I'm just crazy, LOL. The smell is nice, but it overpowers my Body Shop Sleep Spray!

Final Verdict

I am really impressed with this month's bag, as I was with last month's. I love the whole Earth Month theme! I like that there are brands here that I've never tried before: Nuxe, Phyto & Burt's Bees (what! i know right..). I love the variety of products, ranging from BB Cream to a brush to Pillow Mist. I love this month's bag because most of the things I would never think to pick up but I absolutely love them (Pillow Mist)! The products definitely exceeded the bag's price. I'm extremely happy with this month's bag!

Value of My Box:

Brush: RM88

Shampoo: RM88 ÷ 200ml x 50ml = RM22

Pillow Mist: RM59 ÷ 100ml x 60ml = RM35.40

BB Cream: RM120 ÷ 30ml x 15ml = RM60

Moisturiser: RM271 ÷ 50ml x 15ml = RM81.30

Lotion: RM62.80 ÷ 170ml x 6.5ml = RM2.40

Total: RM289.10

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Price: RM39.90/bag

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Thanks for reading :) 

This was given to the bloggers who attended the tea party. My opinions are always honest and my own. I'm not getting paid to write good things.

REVIEW + SWATCHES: Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss

I haven't sat down and done a proper product review in a while. Life is so hectic right now. *dramatic exhale* haha! Today I wanted to share with you my thoughts on the Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Glosses. Heads up, I don't like it. This was one of the products I mentioned in my Disappointing Products post. If you were looking to read a good review, you're not going to find it here. Haha sorry if this review offends anyone :)

But if you wanna know in-depth, of what I think about it: the formula, finish, scent, lasting power, etc. then read on! 

I got two minis of them from the Benefit kits: Sugarbomb & Hoola.

Hoola (nudy brown), Sugarbomb (pink)

Sugarbomb on my lips.

Hoola on my lips.

RRP: US$16/~RM60 (0.5oz)

Sugarbomb is a shimmery pink and Hoola is a nudy brown color. Both of the shades have shimmer running through them. I definitely prefer Sugarbomb over Hoola. The shimmer in Sugarbomb is very flattering and gives the lips a beautiful shine whereas the shimmer in Hoola accentuates the dryness in lips. I like how Sugarbomb looks on my skintone. 

Can we talk about the scent of these? Personally, I think these glosses have the most off-putting scent! They smell like butter + sweat. It's really gross.

This lip gloss is sticky and I really don't like that. Since it is sticky, I was surprised to find that these don't last a very long time on me and it leaves behind shimmer. It makes your lips look like a disco ball and it ain't cute. 

This has just been in my stash since I got it, untouched. Just the smell of it makes me not reach for it at all. If the scent didn't smell of sweaty men and butter, I might still use Sugarbomb because it is a pretty okay colour.

Overall, I'm just not a huge fan of them mainly because of the smell and the stickyness.

Overall:

(2 out of 5)

Thanks for reading guys :) Have you tried these glosses before?

Vanity Trove: May 2013 REVIEW!

Hey-ho! It's time for another Vanity Trove review! This month's edition, May 2013's theme is "Awesome Wholesome". If you don't know what Vanity Trove is, it is a subscription service that delivers 6-8 deluxe beauty treats to your doorstep every month. With a revised price of RM50/box, it is something every beauty barbie needs :)

My nose was greeted with a really warm, relaxing scent when I pulled the box out. The first things in there were a few brochures. Then, I saw these two coupons that are definitely worth sharing! First one is a RM20 Off Coupon from Skinlab and the second one is an RM25 Cash Voucher for HiShop! Okay, now lets get on with the fun part: the products ;)

1. Avene Thermal Spring Water (RM19 for 50ml)

VanityTrove.. You read my mind again! Ahah, I've wanted to buy one of these for the longest time! I use this as a face mist and it smells really fresh. It is very hydrating and also refreshing. I've heard that putting on a sheet of mask and spraying this on your face can really help soothe sunburns. This will definitely come in handy for my next trip, to Phuket! Woohoo!

2. Schwarzkopf Essensity Natural Shine Serum (RM56 for 50ml)

Full-sized product, woot!! I love this. Because I have really dry hair, it always looks frizzy and there are a lot of flyaways. The first time I applied this, I fell in love with this. It instantly tamed my flyaways and gave my hair a beautiful shine (what it always lacks, ugh!). I must admit though, that at first, the smell of this is very off-putting but the smell fades away after a few minutes. I love this sooo much :)

3. Heaven on Earth Pure Essential Oil - Lavender (RM50 for 5ml)

Caught ya! This is the product that made the whole box smell heavenly (geddit, geddit? heavenly? heaven on earth? XD) This smells so relaxing: SO GOOD! I haven't used this but I can't wait to use this in a warm, bubbly bath and just relax... after my exams.. -.-

4. Tilley's Goat Milk Soap (RM12)

This smells so good and that's why I expected this soap to be really drying because I've had very bad experiences with certain pleasantly-scented soaps. I was wrong because this is a very creamy kind of soap and it helps moisturise your skin with ingredients like Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil & Cocoa Butter. What's better is that these soaps are chemical-free. 

5. Pure South Goat's Milk Lotion (RM59 for 255ml)

This is my favourite product from the box! I must admit, the bottle's already half empty. :D I've used this every night since I got it. It has a very interesting texture: you have to really rub it to get it soaked into your skin. This isn't sticky at all and it feels like there's nothing on your body. But when I wake up in the morning, my hands and legs feel so soft. I think I need a full-size.. Love!

Final Verdict

Many people LOVE this month's box and I'm no different. I am super impressed with the products in it and how well it works for me personally. Last month's box was awesome but this month's definitely beat it. From body products, to face products, to hair products.. it is truly an Awesome Wholesome! :)

Total Value of My Box:

Face Mist: RM19

Hair Serum: RM56

Essential Oil: RM50 ÷ 5ml x 1.5ml = RM15

Soap: RM12

Lotion: Size not stated.

Total: RM102 (without lotion)

Have you subscribed to Vanity Trove?

Price: RM50/box

Website: http://www.vanitytrove.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanityTroveMalaysia

This box was sent to me for review purposes. All opinions are honest and my own. I am not getting paid to say nice things.

HiShop Ambassador, WHAT?! | Welcome/April Pack!

Hello beautiful ladies and gentlemen! Today I have super exciting news: I have been invited to be one of HiShop's Ambassadors. *eep!* I would like to thank my parents, my sister, my boyfriend, Fae: my stuffed dog for their endless support! Haha just kidding :) But I AM super excited though!

Basically, HiShop will send us a pack each month with products depending on our beauty profiles. Last week (or two?), I received my Welcome Pack which is also for the month of April.

I am happy to say that my box reached me in perfect condition! I've seen blog posts about how their boxes went through "hard times", haha! It's a really pretty, bright box. It's hot, fuchsia pink! Lets take a look at what's in this box! 

PS: Everything came wrapped with tons of bubble wrap!

The Welcome Card!

First thing in here is a Samsung (WHAT!) Hydro Face Mist. Okay, yes.. I've heard that Samsung has a whole beauty product range but I never thought I'd be able to try them. Thanks HiShop! This is a refreshing and hydrating mist- IT SMELLS AMAZING! I love using this on a hot day because it really cools down the face and leaves behind a fresh feeling and a fresh scent.

From another brand that I've always wanted to try, this is Bloop's Lip Gloss in 202. This is a peachy-pink colour with hot pink & silver shimmer running through it. The shimmer is actually very flattering! This smells really nice too! I'm very bad at describing scents.. but this kinda smells like Mango pudding, LOL. The only downside to this is that, it is slightly sticky.

Next things in here are packets of Nature & Co products! I used to LOVE Nature & Co, I don't know why I stopped using them. In here I have the Pure White Lotion Light & Pure White Milky Lotion Light. Then, the last thing in here is the Nature & Co Vital Purity Mask. I still use this! This is an amazing mask.. it smells like lavender to me & makes your skin feel very refreshed.

Discount Codes for you guys too!

Get 8% off at MilkADeal - MAD0513

RM20 Cash Voucher for HiShop - HS0513

I loved the products in here and I can't wait for May's pack <3

HiShop's Website: http://www.hishop.my

HiShop's Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hishopmy

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