WISHtrend First Package For Me

Hi everyone!!!

I bet by this point almost all beauty bloggers out there knows about WishTrend and their relationship with beauty bloggers. I'm pleased to be one of those beauty blogger and received a pack of products directly from Korea.

They gave me a bunch of samples with one highlight. The Confume Argan Oil for the hair.

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The lovely scented oil is said to be beneficial for the hair, details from www.wishtrend.com:

[Confume] Argan Treatment Oil

+ Provides nutrition to the hair,   enabling it to maintain its original liveliness.

+ Well absorbed into every single hair,    granting moisture, luster
   and elasticity to your hair.

+ Takes careful care of dry area
   to allow a moisturizing quick effect.

+ Protects the hair from heat,   at the same time shortening the hair-drying time.

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My review:

This clear light oil is easy to penetrate into the hair without causing the hair to be limp or weighted down. The first thing I see is my hair become shinier. Since I have oily scalp and knowing for sure the oil is made for the hair not scalp, I avoided the scalp area at least from the middle part of the hair. It is important to use the oil little by little and not to overdo it. I use it on a towel dry hair, right before blow drying. The oil helps the hair to look healthier and on the parts where it is dry and brittle become less dry and less brittle ^_______^

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Overall, it is a very easy-to-be-used product which gives the hair instant result and when used daily will give the hair a long term effect as well. The hair will become stronger, healthier, silkier and glossier day by day.

The tangles will disappears and protect the hair from the heats too. Especially for those who love to style their hair with 'hot' tools daily. It helps the hair to become stronger and less angry due to the constant heat applied. Angry? Yup, my hair can become super frizzy and look like a bunch of angry mobs there, like they have been electrocuted.

The oil will tame those fly-aways so the hair become tidier as well.

Thank you WishTrend and stay tune for more reviews for all the products shown above. Korean cosmetic lovers, you don't want to miss this!

Hair Makeover with Makarizo Arpil 2013

Hi everyone,

It's been a roller coaster days for me, last week I have a blast with all the events and opportunities, and few days ago I have to went through a surgery to remove an embryo stuck in the right fallopian tube. It was a really painful process of recovery for me. But I believe God has a plan for me and will help me get through it all :)

And I want to raise a glass for every women who went through a surgery like me (kinda like a c-section) and has walk through it (literally and in quotes), kudos!

Now, let me share one of the fun parts of an event right before the surgery. The makeover with Makarizo!!!

These are my images of before the makeover haha! I'm in desperate need of makeover.

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The colors has faded, lost their charms and wits, I'm bored ^0^ I need a pro touch. Makarizo hair makeover come in a right time. They called me for a makeover and I immediately said yes! Then they arrange an event for 12 beauty bloggers, which I must say, they carefully prepared everything well, so all of us who came that day, get the right attention, without any single second wasted.

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Without further ado, below is my after look ^___^ My hair looks so much healthier, stylist and no more boring colors.

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And here are the process from before to after.

I came around 10 AM. 10 trainers are ready to give us a look we are looking for. So to make sure it happens before a makeover is done, we have to consult our desire to the team. What kind of hair style do we want or look for? What colors looks best on us? What happen to the colors on a hair like mine, where it was bleached, perms, etc? Will it last? Etc?

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Due to the condition of my hair which is weaken to the core. perming is highly avoidable. Colors such as blue, orange and green are avoided as well, by me hehehe! I don't think I look good in any of those colors. Fret not! The staff and trainers from Makarizo also carries the same value as me and focus on my personalities and style that works for me (and each of us who came that day). The trainer who assist me also help me understand my hair condition and why colors wont last that long on my hair, so she gave me tips on which colors may last longer, we came to a conclusion that an ombre of deep purple and daring red will be the right combination for me.

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Pretty isn't it?! Heehee, and the best thing is, the process only took one cycle. No need bleaching, color the red first, followed with purple all over the hair and rinse well.

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Ms. Nurma carefully making sure I get what I want, 2/3 of deep purple from root to almost the end and 1/3 of daring red at the ends. Look at how dry and brittle my hair was, you'll see at the after photos, my hair doesn't look dry anymore. Say hello to radiant full colored hair.

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It was a very fast and rewarding experience for me. Oh and I don't feel any sting, pain, or other discomfort throughout the whole process.

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This is my image after the wash. But during the rinsing process, Ms. Nurma added some color protector (kinda like a mask) so the colors stays ON longer and better. The hair also become glossier and less tangled after the treatment given by her.

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Then she dried the hair using a blow drier, I see the silkiness, moist and a radiant glow from the hair. I love it!

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I took a lot of images after the makeover is done haha! I'm so happy with the result. The whole process is around 3 hours: 30 minutes for consultation, 1 hour for applying the colors, 20 minutes of leaving the colors to penetrate into the hair, 15 minutes of rinsing and treatment, the rest will be for drying, styling and taking pictures for Makarizo ^__^ quite fast right?!

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But the team of Makarizo doesn't want me to go home empty handed. They gave me a bunch of products for the newly colored hair. A series from MK3. Shampoo, Gel Conditioner and a Cream.

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A beautiful light white cream in a pot (oh, how I wish it's in a tube), that smells good and as a leave-in protection for the hair to stay silky, less tangled and protects the colors too.

The cream is used after the shampooing is done, the conditioner are given and rinsed out. So on a towel dried hair apply a small amount of cream (around walnut size for medium-long hair) especially from the middle part all the way to the ends. Avoiding the roots.

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These are the texture of the shampoo and conditioner. Ms. Nurma already warned me about the 3 days rule of not washing the hair so the colors may stay longer on the hair and really sets in. But on day 2 I can't help myself and rinse it anyway due to the oiliness. But The second wash was done 4 days later (since I went into a surgery and unable to take a shower). She also reminds me about the first few washes where there colors will stain the water and anything it touches when wet, such as towels.

So far I've done 3 washes and the colors are keep coming out whenever I wash the hair. But my hair is still almost the same as when they are colored last week. So, everything that Ms. Nurma said turn out to be true and I thank her for that ^__^ so there's no 'surprises' afterwards. She prepares me for process and what happen next.

Okay, back to the review . . .
The shampoo is light and easy to lather on. Giving the hair and scalp a cleanliness without striping them dry. The gel conditioner is a unique light conditioner that helps the hair to stay soft and smooth. They smells quite strong and stays for hours after the wash. My husband compliment on the scent as well when he's around me, so it was really a noticeable scent.

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Thank you so much Makarizo for my hair makeover and the products that help support the colors to stay vibrant and healthy. You have a wonderful team that help me with the transformation and I can feel all of you are passionate in what you do and put a lot of efforts making sure all the beauty bloggers get the style/colors/hair design that matches them. It was an honor for me to experience the makeover and hope to see you guys again soon!

Shu Uemura Phyto Black Lift Smoothing Anti-Wrinkle Emulsion

Hello ^____________^

For you whose been following my blog must know how active I am today, yes, the internet connection is ON!

As always, there's tons of item needed to be reviewed, and I love how most companies provide items which is irresistible, works well and smell really good. Like this one from Shu Uemura. 

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Details from www.shuuemura.com:

phyto-black lift

premium global anti-aging line

phyto-black lift is a premium global anti-aging skincare line designed to visibly lift and firm skin while gently smoothing fine lines and wrinkles for a revitalized more youthful complexion. enjoy skin’s youthful beauty – with instantly visible results.
phyto-black lift key technologies
power of black ingredients – elixir for youthful looking skin.
the mystic beverage, black tea ferment has been known in Japan since the 5th century for its legend to have cured a sick emperor. for centuries and in contemporary japan, black ingredients are recognized for their many health & skin benefits as a source of lasting youth and vitality.
phyto-black lift expertly blends unique black asian phyto-ingredients enhanced with advanced beauty technologies to address the major skin concerns of aging.

	Black Tea Ferment helps to prevent skin glycation*1 of collagen in order to maintain skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles and sagging. It also acts*2 as a powerful detoxifying agent to help skin recover an alluring radiance.
	Black Sugar Complex (Pro-Xylane® + Black Sugar) a complex arranged from two sugar molecules, Black Sugar (molasse extract) and Pro-Xylane®. Pro-Xylane® : Obtained from natural xylose of beechwood through sustainable green chemistry*3, Pro-Xylane® effectively boosts*2 synthesis of certain GAGs*4, in order to lift and plump skin while retaining ample moisture. It also has a collagen boosting*2 effect enabling skin to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles. Black Sugar: Inhibits*2 tyrosinase activity to limit the production of melanin to delay the appearance of dark spots.
	Litchi Shell Extract neutralizes oxidative stress*2 which can accelerate the aging process. it is also known to prevent collagen destruction by inhibiting*2 metalloproteinases, destroying enzymes that can be overproduced when skin tissue is damaged by UV.
	Depsea water Depsea water is one of the purest waters on earth and naturally infused with rich minerals to energize the skin, fortify skin barrier function and enhance skin’s self-moisturizing ability*2.

*1: glycation : an uncontrollable bridging reaction that occurs between proteins and glucose and is recognized as one of the major factors in the process of skin aging.
*2: in vitro tests.
*3: an ecological conscientious chemical philosophy that encourages the development of sustainable processes that are kinder to the natural environment.
*4: glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) play a crucial role to help bind various components of the skin’s matrix. With age, production of these macromolecues slows, leaving the extra-cellular matrix gradually weakend.

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I would like to discuss start from the light texture, the emulsion is used after toner and smells really good. Like blends of fresh flowers. Easy to be used and absorbed by the skin. Due to it's nature (travel size packaging :D) I'm only reviewing for a week of usage. The serum may be used twice a day (day and night time). It was able to gives my skin a light hydration and light smoothing effect.

The deep lines after a week usage are still there but the finer one looks more relaxed. No allergic reaction, no stickiness, the skin remain calms and look radiant. Reading from the product details it seems like they have so many benefits in one item but surprisingly feels so light and friendly on my skin.

The white emulsion for me like an all in one solution for complexion, hydration and smoothness. What can I say? Another high quality product from Shu Uemura not to be missed.

Estee Lauder Resilience Lift Firming/Sculpting Face and Neck Cream SPF 15

Hi everybody,

this is (for me) a long awaited post since March last year XD haha seriously. The media event is really last year: CLICK ME. On that post there's also product details and many more information regarding the product and series comes with it.

Months ago Estee Lauder finally handed me one and here is the review.

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Please do read the details from that previous post regarding the info or just click www.esteelauder.com for reading materials regarding the product. It is still the same Resilience we knew, just improved, better and new-er.

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It comes in variation, mine is the one with SPF 15. I've used the 'older' version before and very much loving it, now, I love them still. The aroma, the texture, the sensation when using it, the comfort and the result.

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The pinkish cream may look thick but when touched it melts on the skin and easily dissolve, glide and made my skin feel the love of being pampered. The SPF is quite low, so for me, I need to add more since 15x15 is 225 means 3 hours and 45 minutes. My skin need 6 hours of sun protection, adding another sun protection like sunscreen is needed.

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Overall it's a wonderful day cream that helps the skin get firm again without any stickiness, oily, nor any kind of discomfort. The skin gently become firming and the sculpting can be made with the help of massaging. There are some technique and tools helping a sculpting cream to work better. When we reach a certain age, the skin become less firm and start to loose their tightness.

This cream able to help slowing down the sagging skin. Preferably use the whole product in the series, from the serum ANR or Perfectionist, and the one for the eye.

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If you're looking for a moisturizer with a firming and sculpting effect without the greasiness and just plain superb, try Estee Lauder Resilience Lift Firming/Sculpting Face and Neck Cream (which means can be used for the neck too, yeay!!) SPF 15 ^__^

Tips from me, add a higher SPF sunscreen afterward for protecting the skin from UV damage. For those with dry skin may use serum for adding hydration before the moisturizer. So far this product can be used with other luxury products from other brand and other range. Customize them with your own skin type.

The whole pot (50 ml) when used daily may last for +/-2 months.

Shiseido Make Up Show Spring Summer 2013

Hello lovelies,

Shiseido invited me for a Spring Summer 2013 Make Up Show with a twist of Fashion Show from Blaire.

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The event held in the Penthouse of Grand Hyatt Hotel, Jakarta.

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Clearly this is not the first time Shiseido collaborated with the fashion industry, but I wish they make something different.

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The event started with a makeup demo. The distance made us (me and other guests) difficult to see the process.

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Maybe someday Shiseido will give us a private session ^__^

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The model with base on are given colors by the makeup artist.

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Then, the highlight of the event, Ms. Blaire and her collection. Please refer to the image below and don't be shy to click it for larger view.

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And I got one close up makeup look which I think unique and unlike Shiseido I've witnessed before. A gradation from purple, pink, peach and a stripe of blue line.

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Thank you Shiseido for having me and see you next time!

Welcoming Laneige New Counter at Grand Indonesia

Hello everyone,

last week I was invited by Laneige Indonesia on a celebration day opening their counter at Seibu. A Korean luxury products with Ms. Song He Kyo as the brand ambassador.

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Customer and visitors can see her everywhere, from the skincare range to the makeup. Yes, Laneige promise a one stop beauty products for the ladies. -Laneige Homme also available in Korea and hopefully soon in Indonesia.-

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Still holding on to their motto where beautiful skin comes from hydration. Be waterful. A moist, dewy, and healthy looking skin.

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From cleanser, toner, essence, moisturizer and all the way to the makeup, the same principal is sought through. The beauty is in the skin. Highlight of Laneige makeup also on the skin, Korean belief a woman appears beautiful when her skin is flawless and radiant.

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A combination between white and blue decorate the  counter. Then, I went to the Beauty Lounge for media registration.

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More images on Ms. Song, her look seems effortless yet strikingly gorgeous at the same time.

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I strike a post before going in ^__^

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Inside 3 bestsellers are there. The Sleeping Pack, Water Essence and BB Cushion. I'm using the BB Cushion that day. It was light, pleasing, cooling and a suitable amount of coverage for a naturally flawless skin without being too much. The skin still able to breath and feels so comfortable.

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Laneige has officially re-entering Indonesia. Re-enter? Yes, years ago Laneige has left Indonesia, but due to the demand, they came back. With the same formula of hydrating the skin, Laneige is here to make a mark.

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Seibu is the first, 5 more counters is and will be here in Indonesia. They have many promotion going on during the first month, so do come to their counter. They also have free makeover and consultation with Korean professional makeup artist from today until 21st of April 2013 at Mal Taman Anggrek and Grand Indonesia (in front of Seibu) on my next post I'll share my makeover inspired by Ms. Song created by Laneige.

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The mc soon greeted us for coming to the event, media and 3 beauty bloggers are invited.

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Ms. Dian the Brand Manager share the concept of Laneige and where the counters will be.

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A representative from Laneige Korea shares with us how Indonesian may benefit from Laneige, all of us needs water on daily basis. Stay in an air con room almost all day long will deprived our skin from hydration. Laneige can help fulfilled the needs of water on the skin, to keep them young and healthy.

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I know for sure, I need that. I love anything that has to do with moisture/hydration, I believe that when the skin is moist, it become stronger, more flexible and away from lines/wrinkles.

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Now, let's cut the ribbon shall we? And voilla! The counter is officially open and celebrated. Customer may enjoy consultation and try Laneige products on the spot.

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Thank you Laneige Indonesia for inviting me and see you soon.

More reviews on Laneige are coming your way ^__^

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