Thursday, February 26, 2015

Hoyu BeautyLabo Bubble Whip Hair Color in Marshmallow Pink

Hi lovelies,

I just changed my hair color into Marshmallow Pink and I love it!! Like I finally found my color. They looks so pretty. But before we get to that, let's see the product, shall we?!

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My sister bought this in Japan, but I think it's been around quite some time. I remember finding this around 2011. Perhaps they'll add or continue developing new colors. But in terms of technology, whipped hair color is not new.

For the first time I try on a foam hair color, it's also from a Japanese brand, so perhaps the method and innovation behind this foam/bubbles/whipped hair color is from Japan.

Compared to the cream, liquid, or lotion formula, the bubbles are easier and much more user friendly to be used at home and done personally (without anyone's help) since they can be distributed easily. The tiny bubbles will goes from hair to hair and in the smallest space. Without the need of brush or comb, these bubbles are made for fingers usage.

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Like all Japanese made product, the packaging, design, and wrapping are all so cute. The details is suffice and somewhat understandable despite of the no English words whatsoever. They made everything completely usable, like the top also help the liquid to transform into whipped bubbles.

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Everything is provided. The bottle with the clear liquid is the developer, the small box contain a pair of gloves, the chubby long sachet contains powder to be mixed with the developer into the big cup. There's another sachet, it's the post color care. Use it like a conditioner.

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Mixed everything in the big cup like shown above. Close the lid tightly so there's no spill.

Shake the container up and down vigorously around 30 cm height.

Remember not to pre wash the hair before coloring. It is always best to color your hair after a day or two of cleaning them. This 'natural oils' from our scalp will protect the scalp from chemicals of the hair colorant. Especially for those with sensitive scalp.

I wont recommend any ladies to do hair coloring during and right before period as we are far more sensitive. When not feeling well, avoid hair coloring or other chemical process as well.

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After continue shaking them and feels like everything has shaken, they'll transform into bubble whip like shown below.

Put on the gloves before opening and make sure you're wearing an old clothes to prevent staining. Areas such as hair lines, ears, and upper neck can use some petroleum jelly for easy cleaning.

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If you want, you can cover the floor as well with used paper.

Comb your hair before coloring.

And then, let the coloring begin. Scoop the foam by hand, palm size after palm size on area start with the toughest one to change color, like the hair at the upper neck, the roots, and then after that start distributing the foam everywhere. Section by section until there's no more foam. A tube of this is enough for medium length hair. Longer hair and thicker ones might need to use more than 1.

The hair colorant is enough for me. It managed to colored every part of my hair. There's this floral scent but still it is pretty strong, like a usual hair colorant the chemical can be quite sting. Open the windows and air ways so the fume will not be inhale. Keep away from baby and kids too.

After 30 minutes, I can't take it anymore and rinse everything off. The scalp felt the sting and really uncomfortable. I rinse using plenty of water and after they run clear. I used the post care conditioner, leave it for a while and rinse it off again.

Of course for a few days the towels will have the same color as the hair. But after less than a week, they'll stop 'melting'.

And here's the result of my new hair color.

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Love love love it! I will dye my hair with the similar color when this one runs down, but perhaps I'll try another brand and not hoyu heehee, other brand that wont sting.

Jill Stuart Smooth Silk Liquid Foundation in 202


Hello lovelies,

this is Jill Stuart Smooth Silk Liquid Foundation in 202 (Ivory)

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For skin shrouded in smooth silk chiffon.
Provides soft, pore-deep coverage and a fluid, moist texture.
A liquid foundation that ensures lasting, semi-matt beauty.
JILL STUART Smooth Silk Liquid Foundation

SPF20/PA++
30mL 5 colors
4,000Yen each (not including tax)

Product features:
・A light, fluid texture, created using our new Extramil production method. Enjoy a smooth and complete foundation that blends seamlessly into your skin with a veil-like sensation.
・The action of two types of silicone polymer naturally covers pores and patches of uneven skin, bringing you a feeling of fine, bright, semi-matt beauty. Protects against shiny skin or dullness that can be caused by sweat and lipids, maintaining a long-lasting, highly translucent and wonderfully clear finish.
・Sold in an easy-to-use dispenser. A striking design with a cap that produces glittering flashes of light.
・SPF20/PA++
・A combination of amino-acid and mineral powders. Gently blends with your skin, for easy, straightforward use.
・Contains Pure Crystal Powder.
・Crystal floral bouquet fragrance.

Directions for use:
・Keeping the cap on, shake well prior to use.
・Push one or two times to dispense an appropriate amount onto the palm of your hand and apply evenly across your entire face.
・Using a sponge (such as the JILL STUART Makeup Sponge LF, sold separately) will provide an even more natural finish.

Beauty Essences:
・Almond oil(Emollient)
・Wild rose extract(Moisturizer)

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I am now has become the biggest fan of Jill Stuart's beauty products and I wish I have the full collection. They are very pretty, lovely, adorably irresistible, light when used and gives the skin that luminous glow and radiant like no other. So pure and delicate at the same time as well.

The expensive beneficial ingredients inside each products acts as another magnetism for me.

From the packaging to the product itself, they are all so beautiful.

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This is the foundation, it comes in several shades from light to medium, the texture is unbelievably thin and airy, like using nothing. But the effect on the skin can visibly be seen instantly.

Above is the product once applied and spread. Below is after completely distributed and blended in.

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Above image is with flash and below is without.

Effortlessly covers imperfection, creating this lightweight veil of a smooth and soft skin. The pores are hidden and the skin seems like getting a facelift. Naturally gorgeous and super easy to be blend in. The setting time also very fast thanks to the flimsy formula.

The aromatic crystal flower bouquet is just impressive, they don't last long like a perfume do, but still, during application, the aroma transfer me into this garden of grand floral.

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Below is me when using the products by Jill Stuart, the base and foundation.

They literally made my skin glow and looks iridescence.

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The foundation is suitable for daily look or a special occasion. The grandeur ingredients made the skin does like crystal with a veil-like sensation. Since it is so light, I feel ultra comfortable using them all day long. When heat and humid strike, loose powder touch up is enough. I'm definitely a huge fan thanks to the beauty essences inside it that made the skin stays healthy.

This product is suitable for those who loves to pamper their skin. It wont cover major imperfection. Layering the product with concealer and other makeup will help increasing the coverage ability.

An irresistibly gorgeous product.

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Jill Stuart Lasting Tint Color Base 01 Fresh


Hello beauties!!

This is a very lovely product from Jill Stuart.

A brand that famous in Japan for being ultra pretty. Infused with tons of wonderful ingredients, Jill Stuart has earn a global reputation. Her products always portrays airy finish, innocent look, super girly, effortless and princess like theme.

I fell in love with their ideas, everything that are beautiful do catches my eyes.

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A makeup base that maintains just-applied color
while providing a look that brightens your face.
Lasting Tint Control Base

JILL STUART Lasting Tint Control Base
30mL 3 colors 3,000 Yen each (not including tax)
SPF35/PA++

01 fresh(Pink : for those seeking a natural flushed look)
02 natural(Beige : for those concerned about blotches, freckles and bags)
03 translucent (light green : for those worried about red cheeks and dullness)
* All colors can be used on the entire face.

Product features:
・Increases the absorption of excess lipids. Strong against sweat and lipids, protecting against makeup slippage, degradation, shininess and color loss, maintaining a just-applied impression of purity.
・Three color variations that match with different skin concerns and desired finish.
・Spreads smooth and easily, providing close coverage as though melting into your skin. Has moisturizing properties and yet is not sticky, providing a smooth finish.
・Provides a heightened soft focus effect, covering pores and roughness. Unifies your skin, making it appear soft and bright.
・Has UV blocking properties for all-season use.
・SPF35/PA+++
・A elegant design, featuring a bottle with a silver cap and pearl decorations. Embossed with an arabesque relief.
・Crystal Floral Bouquet fragrance.
・Contains mineral powder.

Directions for use:
・Take a suitable amount of product and spread evenly across your face.
・Guide for volume to use Diameter 15mm

Beauty essences:
・Rosemary extract, Lavender oil, Avocado oil (Moisturizer)


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Mine is in 01, which is the Fresh. With baby pink hue, the lotion feels luxurious and fragrant. It smells like fresh flowers during summer time, so beautiful and warm.

The texture of the lotion is silky, smooth and gives a mild velvety result. It prepares the skin before foundation for that 'inner glow' look with a hint of healthy radiance. Airy and I just love how light it is. It's like perfection.

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It successfully make the skin appear more flawless and throughout the day creating this 'fresh look' around the clock. Like I just put on my makeup just now.

I put on BB Cream or foundation or powder foundation with ease after using the color base since it help 'hold' the skin from melting.

Below is my look after using theLasting Tint Color Base 01 Fresh, foundation (also by Jill Stuart) and complete makeup.

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The ups and down regarding her product is the lightness that some may find it too light and the hefty price tag. For me the ingredients itself made Jill Stuart beauty products worth every yen paid to bought it and how it created a skin with healthy and luminous touch without any appearance of using makeup. Superb!

PAC Powder Eyeshadow No.6 and Matte Lipstick in Indian Red


Hello everybody!!

Look at these goodies below from PAC. A collection from Martha Tilaar that is suitable for make up artist or professional use.

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This is the lipstick, from the matte collection in Indian Red. Below is the swatch on my hand, it really look matte isn't it?! And I really love the texture, it felt so smooth on the lips. Usually matte lipstick feels so dry and can be uncomfortable when used. Like the lips feels strikingly dry and in the long run can shown chapped and unhealthy lips. But using PAC Matte Lipstick, the lips looks velvety pretty and just so comfortable.

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The details on the packaging is pretty detailed and thorough. You may find more information at www.pacbeauty.com

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In terms of the color, for me it's not in the high pigmented area, more like adequately. The strong point on the product is the affordable price and pleasing texture.

The whole collection comes with 10 shades from alluring red to baby pink. PAC products can be purchased through their counters at selected malls or online purchases.

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The next item is Powder Eye Shadow no.6. The one with a sparkly white.

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This single powder eyeshadow also comes with a 4 sets of color, so you could purchase four powder in a stack or singular like mine.

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And last, it's the eyeliner. A liquid eyeliner in black. A product that I'll share more on my instagram account @carnellin. Please do stay tune for my look using this particular eyeliner.

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An eyeliner that can transform the eyes instantly, from bigger, sexier, to any creative design possible.

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Here's my look using the powder eyeshadow. No. 1 when using it with fingers, No.2 after blending, No.3 adding another eyeshadow in gray and blending them. No.4 is the finished look.

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The white powder eyeshadow can be used at the eyebrow as well right below the ends/arch and as a highlighter like the nose bridge.

For the eyes, it lit up the look instantly, the eyes will appear fresh and brighter.

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Above is the complete look using the eyeshadow and the matte lipstick. Look at the color of the lips?! They looks so good and comfortable. I love the suede finish, like they are effortlessly that way. They may not be a long wear lipstick but PAC do made each reapplying feels good.



Thank you so much PAC Marthaa Tilaar for the goodies.

THREE

Hello lovelies,

Last week I was invited by Central Department Store Indonesia for the launch of the new holistic beauty products called, THREE.

THREE itself launch in Japan in 2008, and then comes to Central Department Store in Thailand in 2012. Now, continuing their success in 2015, launch in Central Department Store Indonesia. The counter which located in Grand Indonesia mall looks simple yet astonishing.

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Contain natural ingredients for around 88% for skincare products and 80% for makeup. So yes, THREE delivered not just cosmetics, but amazing benefits for the skin from their skincare and makeup collection as well.

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Usually, for some brand, when caring products for skincare and makeup at the same time, the strong point is weighted more on either side, but with THREE, I can see the same passion they have for skincare and makeup. Their skincare is so fragrant and lovely thanks to the natural ingredients, while the makeup is filled with gorgeous basic in high quality.

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Above are the swatches for eyeliner (which is waterproof), can also be used as an eyeshadow if you blend them rather quick, and they also have primer or like a  foundation for lipstick.

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And the things that I love playing with during my visit to the counter is their powders. They are so pretty and pigmented, and glittery, and shiny and ohhh they are amazing!!!

Please do check out my instagram account @carnellin, where I made a 15 seconds video on this particular items. You can see how sparkly they are.

These powders can be used anywhere in the face, or body too, it's really is as far as your creativity may goes.

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Below are the new products from THREE, these are eyeliners.

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Their designs are simple, it speaks basic but with the best grade of beauty products.

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During the launch, there's a makeup demo done by June Ishibasi, THREE Official Make Up Artist. With ease, he transform the model's look into this gorgeous look with flawless result.

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She looks lovely, with the focus on healthy and great skin base from THREE.

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Soon the event has to end, I'm leaving with some products to be tried on. Actually during the event, I also try some on my hands, now, on my facial skin.


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Let's start from the Cleansing Oil.

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Details from http://www.threecosmetics.com

Made with natural oils, cleansing which exhibits excellent detergency. Makeup of defense high UV care and water proof also speculated speedily as melt, to clean up pores. To remove excess sebum, dullness, to roughness without transparent skin.

How to use

And took the appropriate amount (2-3 push), warmed to fit the palm of the hand, stretched to the entire from the center of the face outside, and from bottom to top, let soften well with makeup.
The main components
Frankincense oil , bergamot fruit oil , rosemary oil , marjoram oil , orange peel oil
Jojoba oil , tea seed oil , argan oil , rose hip oil
<+ All components>
Grape seed oil, tri (caprylic / capric acid) glyceryl, tea seed oil, squalane, ethylhexyl palmitate, triisostearate PEG-20 glyceryl, isostearic acid, Penchirengurikoru, rose hip oil *, jojoba seed oil *, Rose Marie oil *, Alga near spinosa kernel oil *, shea butter *, beeswax *, orange peel oil *, bergamot fruit oil *, Nyuukouju oil *, marjoram leaf oil *, meadowfoam oil, olive oil, Theobroma grunge Furoru seedless fat , isostearic acid PEG-12, tocopherol, phenoxyethanol * Soil Association Certified and organic raw materials

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The smell of orange peel and bergamot fruit oil is just amazing. Fresh, citrusey and really help lift up the mood. The texture of the oil is like a dry oil, light and comfortable. The aroma of the whole blend is just wonderful, I want to keep sniffing it.

After warming them up on the palm, I gently spread the oil and massage the whole facial skin with the fragrant oil. It felt really good. As I keep gently moving my fingers with circular motion, I do noticed the makeup starts melting and breaking apart from my skin.

After making sure the oils distributed well and the makeup dissolve into the oils, I rinse everything off and the skin becomes clean without any drying effect. Like my skin has become pure again.

There's no need for a double cleansing when using the cleansing oil, the natural ingredients when left on the skin will be a great addition of nutrition thanks to the certified and organic raw material.

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The bottle itself is light and made from a cloudy plastic-like container. Basic yet appear exquisite.

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After enjoying the experience using the Cleansing Oil, I move on to the Balancing Foam, thinking how it's possibly top it off.

It is as delightful as the Cleansing Oil, read the information below:

Quickly quickly foaming, facial cleanser that elasticity some foam can be plenty. Spread the cushion of dense foam to the skin, and removes the dirt of pores by simply rolling gently, you moist and smooth washes.
A plump and soft, to the transparent skin with a plaque missing feeling.

How to use
After the entire face was wet with water or lukewarm water, take an appropriate amount (about 1cm), and lather while adding divide the water or lukewarm water several times, and wash gently entire face so as to enclose with foam.
The main components
Frankincense oil , bergamot fruit oil , rosemary oil , marjoram oil , grapefruit peel oil
Jojoba oil , tea seed oil , argan oil , rose hip oil
Apple fruit water , Kumazasa water , rose geranium flower water , bay water
Cucumber Kaga thick extract , ripe bitter melon extract , Sabonsouekisu
Fossil coral powder
<+ All components>
Water, glycerin, stearic acid, myristic acid, hydroxide K, lauric acid, BG, apple fruit water, (glycerol / oxybutylene) copolymer stearyl, (ethylhexanoate / stearate / adipate) glyceryl isostearate PEG-20 glyceryl, Sasa water, coral powder, rosemary oil *, jojoba seed oil *, rose hip oil *, tea seed oil, Alga near spinosa kernel oil *, Sabonsouekisu, smell Pelargonium water, bay leaf water, cucumber fruit extract , Momordica charantia fruit extract, bergamot fruit oil *, Nyuukouju oil *, grapefruit peel oil *, marjoram leaf oil *, beeswax *, meadowfoam oil, olive oil, Theobroma grunge Furoru seedless fat, Cetyl alcohol, (caprylic / Kapuramido) propyl betaine , Na chloride, polyquaternium-7, cellulose gum, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, phenoxyethanol * Soil Association Certified and organic raw materials


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The packaging is a tube with ivory white colored. The texture of the cream is dense and very fragrant, just like the Cleansing Oil.


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Pearly white and looks so clean.

The product itself foam abundantly, I'm using a foaming net to help with the foam and using those thick, dense, fluffy and white foam to clean the skin. So my finger aren't the one touching or massaging the skin directly, but the foam and the foam only.

The result is a clean skin with the just right enough moisture.

The smell of the product is similar to the Cleansing Oil, so citrusey and just beautiful, like fresh herbs, fruits, floral, all mixed into one batch of marvelous product.

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You could see below the froth of the foam. It's just plentiful. By using the foam and adding water little by little more foam will comes out and able to clean the skin with the soft and bounciness of the tiny bubbles.

Now, after trying these two, I really want to know more about the rest of the collection, they must be sensational as well.

Thank you so much Central Department Store Indonesia for having me at the event and opportunity to try on these goodies. Hope to see you real soon.

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Don't forget to check their social medias for more updates and THREE are exclusively available at Central Department Store Indonesia.
Fan page: http://facebook.com/threecosmeticsindo
Twitter: @THREEIndonesia
Instagram: @THREEIndonesia


Monday, February 23, 2015

KARE Design for Beauty Blogger Meet Up


Hello everyone!!

Last week has been a real blast with our first bazaar held in Senayan City mall. Thank you so much for everyone who participated, including KARE.

If you've been walking around, you'll noticed the 'lounge' area right at the end of the room.

But first, let's get to know more about KARE Design.

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Click on the image to see it in larger view.

And below, here's what they presented during our beauty bazaar. After consulting with the team from KARE, we opt for everything pretty, girly and suitable with BBMeetUp (Beauty Blogger Meet Up).

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Hello everyone!!! Let this bowing red man (aka Fred) greet you on your way into the bazaar, he is right at the entrance door.

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Walk straight into the lounge and enjoy the girl's room. Lipsticks (money box in a form of lipstick, genius!) huge painting with a dashing lady in pretty makeup do looking straight at you.

The polka-dots carpet that scream FUN, PARTY and alive at the same time. This would be a perfect carpet for my dressing closet. Oh yes, if I have a walking closet some day, this would be the it factor for me, of perhaps right in the bedroom to add some colors, or just anywhere. Seems like KARE Design has a lot of key items to make a home looks unique, personalized and completely you.

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Don't forget to follow their instagram and twitter account for more information.
@KARE_ID

Thank you so much!!!

Workshop with Clozette and Beauty Box


Hello all,

a few weeks ago I was invited by Clozette for a Saturdate (heehee). Collaborating with Beauty Box, this is an event suitable for any beauty products enthusiast since it is packed with products from Sampar, boho, Apot. Care and many many more, all carried by Beauty Box. 

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I haven't tried boho before as I was pregnant at the time I was invited for a workshop with them, now I can see them and they are pretty pigmented for a natural cosmetic.

Yes, boho is a brand that using natural ingredients with a result that is photo-ready.

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Oh look! There's Glam Glow too ^^

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On this occasion, we can try all of them, for me in terms of texture for skincare, SAMPAR has the lightest one and feels really good on the skin. They carries wonderful ingredients for the skin and deliver instant result as well.

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Above is Apot. Care, I've tried their lashes enhancer, the product made my lashes grew longer and thicker too. Now they also have masque.

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The range from Oscar Blandi comes in many variations for different needs of the hair and scalp.

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Do you know that both boho and Lollipops are from Paris?!

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Apparently, they now has added a lot more products including a micellar cleansing water from Apot.Care. Stay tune for my review on this item soon.

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What do you think?! There's a lot, right?! Each of them are available at any Beauty Box store in Indonesia.

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Thank you Clozette Indonesia for having me and you for reading this post.

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See you soon!!