March Favorite~ ❤

OMG! Times flies really fast that we're going to end the first quarter of 2013. It was like yesterday I celebrated Chinese New year. I'll foresee that I'll be incredibly busy this month as I am going to move house once again. :( *aggrhh* 

I didn't managed to get good sleep for the past few weeks due to hectic life and house viewing process. And so, I suffered from a bad breakouts. So I resorted using products that are safe for my skin. Therefore, this products successfully made it to my top Favorite throughout the month of March and early April. 

Looking at the picture, it looks so green isn't it? I'm all to go on natural this month.

Hada Labo Air BB Cream

February Favorites ~ ❤

It's early of a new month again! Just a blink of eyes, we're already entering the 3rd month of 2013. How time flies.  February has been a good month for me as I have a week holiday to spend with my friends and family. And since February is a festive season, I take care of my skin very well just to ensure that I look good when I go out. Haha! And so, today I gonna show you what's my favorite products during the month of February.

These products are the products that I reached out often during February or something I really like a lot which I wanna share with all of you. 

Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

I've been searching a good clay mask to tighten my pores and clear of the dirts/impurities on my skin. After some research I found out that this Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Clay Mask is one of the highly raves clay mask in Korea. Whenever I used this, my skin will feel soft and smooth. So, it made into one of my favorite skincare item list now.

SlowBro's Top 10 of 2012

We're almost there towards the end of 2012. I believe everyone has been anticipating a beginning of a new year. This year has been an eventful year for me, and I know I just have to show you what's my favorite products throughout the year of 2012.

It's a tough one for me to narrow down my favorite products but below are those that I would highly recommend and repurchase once I run out of it. So here's the top 10 products (I included the link for the products I had reviewed)

June Project Pan

I've been a good girl trying to finish my product in my stash now and then before it actually expires. I am quite amazed that I actually 6 products in the month of June. And most exciting is that I actually finished 2 of my cosmetics!! Aww~ It really took a hard work for a beauty junkie like me to finish it up. ^_^

Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream SPF 26 PA++

I can't believe I actually finished it. It is my first ever makeup base that I've hit the pan so far. I've been using it everyday to work and I am lovin' it. Check out my review on Maybelline BB Cream >>> click here and see why I love it so much.

Repurchase: Yes but with the higher SPF.

Review: Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing UV Milk with SPF50 PA++

As my readers, you girls should know that I adore Hada Labo's products! Their famous 'One Drop Lock An Ocean' is not longer an unfamiliar term in the beauty world. I've also reviewed a few of their products here. And today I gonna review their latest new released product - Hada Labo SHA (Super Hyaluronic Acid) Moisturizing UV Milk with SPF50 PA++!! (That's a mouthful name O_o )  In short, it is better known as sunblock. =p

Talking about sun protection/ sunblock (which ever you prefer to call), I need to educate and stress my readers that you need to apply sun protection everyday!! Why?? Because the sun/UV rays are harmful to your skin!! Repeated exposure of unprotected skin may increase the risk of skin cancer, sunburn and other effects can include wrinkling, premature aging, and in time, an almost leathery appearance of the skin. You don't wanna look older than your age, don't you? I'll discuss the topic individually next time.

To be honest, I don't  have the tendency to apply sunblock until late of last year. One word - Lazy. Second - Oily. I couldn't help on the first reason but if you were to worry about the latter, there's always a solution. This new Hada Labo SHA Moisturizing UV Milk is the one. 

Review: Hada Labo Retinol Lifting + Firming Lotion

As times goes by, despite of work stress, my skin's been aging faster than I can noticed. That's the time I noticed I really need an anti-aging and lifting products!! And here comes the angel from Hada Labo sending me a Hada Labo Retinol Lifting + Firming Lotion. I bet most of you have tried the bestselling Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid (SHA) Moisturising Lotion for hydrating and 'tiong-tiong' skin. 

Today I gonna bring you a 'One Drop unlocks a beautiful ageless-looking skin'. Hada Labo’s latest Lifting and Firming range with 3 premium and potent ingredients: Vitamin A retinol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, and Hada Labo's Signature ingredient, Super Hyaluronic Acid (SHA), to restore youthful bounciness for your skin.

Review: Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream

It has been weeks since I did a skincare review. Sorry for being MIA, I’ve moved to the new place currently and it was a hassle for me to pack and travel around. Back to the topic, despite being super busy my skin had became very dehydrated and bad. And here come my another rescue. The Hada Labo SHA Moisturizing Cream.

" This new addition that comes in a light and non-greasy texture effectively infuses the skin with continuous hydration and moisture, giving it immediate relief and comfort. The specially formulated moisturizing cream which is boosted by Hyaluronic Acid and Super Hyaluronic Acid helps soften the epidermis and increases the duration of hydration by restoring the skin’s natural barrier to prevent moisture loss. "

As we always heard, hyaluronic acid is always best in hydrating. But a hydration cream? Let's see how do I find it.

What's in your handbag?

Somehow this little tag game has been well known in the blogsphere for quite a time. I know I'm slow.. Anyway, today I'm going to show you what's inside my handbag.

I'm an exotic online shopper I got my bag online and fall in love the moment I saw this pic:

I have to admit I'm still yet to master the right photography skills. So it look very awkward here. But this bag is truly lovely in terms of quality. Here's the real pic:

Want to see what's inside?

Hada Labo High Tea Event

Everyone know how much I love Hada Labo Skincare. Last month, I have been the lucky one who get to attend the Japanese High Tea Session specially organized by Hada Labo Malaysia. It was held at a prestigious Japanese restaurant-Fukuya.The set up display of their products for us to play around.

Review: Hada Labo AHA/BHA Face Wash

You've heard about how I like Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo skincare products. Today I gonna review one of the highly raved product - Hada Labo AHA/BHA Face wash.

I've been using this products for more than 2 months and now it's time for me to review it.Inspired by the smoothness and delicateness of an unshelled egg, this "eggquisite" cleanser contains Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) and Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) to give clarity, brightness and promote skin cell renewal by preventing dead skin cell buildup. The gentle cleanser lathers into a fine, velvety foam to prevent blemishes and polishes away dullness for a renewed skin every day. [Source: Hada Labo]

Let's see this egg-quisite works:

Hada Labo Skin Care Guide

You know I I adore Hada Labo products so much~~ This famous Hyaluronic Acid after Juju Aquamoist has hit my country recently.

Many of the readers might be wondering how this Japanese products works on their skin? Here's some tips from Hada Labo to achieve a PERFECT X SIMPLE healthy glowing skin?
☼ Day time use
● Night time use
▲ AHA/BHA
♥ SHA
♡ Arbutin Whitening

1. Cleansers ☼ ●
Use Daily in the morning and night.
Lather with water and lightly massage in a circular motion.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

▲ AHA/BHA Cleansing (Will review this soon )
♥ Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion Face Wash
♡ Arbutin Whitening Face Wash

2. Lotion (Best Sellers) ☼ ●
Use daily in the morning and night.
Apply a suitable amount on your palm and lightly pat on the face until fully absorbed.

♥ Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion (1 sold every 4 seconds in Japan) I ♡♡ this!!
♡ Arbutin Whitening Lotion

3. Essences ☼ ●
After lotion, lightly pat essence over the face.
Alternatively, apply part by part until fully absorbed.

♥ Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Essence
♡ Arbutin Whitening Essence

4. Milk Moisturizers ☼ ●
Apply a suitable amount on your palm and lightly massage in a circular upward motion until fully absorbed.

♥ Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Milk
♡ Arbutin Whitening Milk

5. Masks ● (Special Treatment)
After lotion, fit mask firmly to facial contours. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes before removing. Massage lightly to allow penetration of the remaining essence.

♥ Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Mask
♡ Arbutin Whitening Mask

Haul + My art

I had a tough week last week. My schedule was so tight that I didn't have much time to do any product reviews. Thus, I had an car accident last Sunday. Don't worry I'm fine now. Nothing much serious just a severe dent and scratches.

Referring to my previous post on Hada Labo 3 new (Super Hyluronic Acid) SHA moisturizing products? I bought two of the new products today!!

One thing I shall tell you all that I actually loves body art!! Well, I'm quite an 'art' person but my skin does not allow me to have any body art- tattoo. First my skin is sensitive, second I'm afraid of pain. (The needless does look scary to me). Alternatively, I did it myself using my makeup. Here's how it looks like:

Nice? My first attempt. (On my boy's hand XD)

Any of you adores body art? Share with me.

Hada Labo Super Hyalronic Acid Moisturizing Range

If anyone of you did not know what is Hada Labo. Here's a little introduction.

Hada Labo skincare series is a result of co-development between The Mentholatum Co and Rohto Pharmaceutical Co, Japan.Hada Labo uses the finest, purest and highly effective ingredients to provide you with the ultimate result of beautiful skin. Inspired by traditional Japanese beauty wisdom, Hada Labo adopts a “no more no less” philosophy in the formulation of its products for the “perfect” ingredients ratio to give optimal results. Unnecessary additives, colorant, fragrance and mineral oil that will burden the skin are omitted. Only essential ingredients that are beneficial to the skin are retained to ensure maximum effectiveness – Only the best for your skin and nothing else.. [Source: http://www.hadalabo.com.my]Their famous Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion contains the ingredients of Super Hyaluronic Acid that has the capacity to retain, replenish and fuel moisture (1 gram of Hyaluronic Acid can hold up to 6 litres of water). With the product sold 1 bottle every 4seconds in Japan, here's come three new products to Malaysia.The new product will be Hada Labo SHA Moisturizing Cream. It was well known for hydrating and moisturizing properties. This cream texture are non-greasy and lightweight. It is definitely suitable for dry skins which need lots of moisture. For 50g tube, it is sold in Guardian for RM58.90.
If you have a dry and chapped lips, the you will have to try this. The Hado Labo SHA Lip Moisturizer. The Lip Moisturizer provides a soothing balm for chapped and cracked lips and was said to provide up to 10 hours of moisture retention. The small twist-tube form easy for you to carry around too. This is really something I would like to try. It is locally retails at RM19.90.
Last but not least, the Hada Labo SHA Moisturizing Mist. The moisturizing mist contains special ingredient of Nano Hyaluronic Acid that penetrates the inner layer of skin dermis penetrates and refresh dry skin. It may also help refresh and maintain your makeup after hours. The one product that I would absolutely buy!! These three new products are sold our Guardian this July. Do have a check on it :)

Review: Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion

When this product first came to Malaysia, I was tempted by their advertisement especially when this product is a major hit in Japan, selling one every 4 seconds since its launched.

The star product Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion contains advanced skin hydrating ingredient- the Super Hyaluronic Acid, with twice the moisture retention capacity of Hyaluronic Acid (1gm of Hyaluronic Acid is able to hold up 6 litres of water). Amazing isn't it?

You must be wondering what is this 'lotion' for? In Japan, this as the second step in their skincare routine which we called as toner. Hada Labo contains no additives, colorants, fragrance or mineral oil which can be use on sensitive skin.The packaging of the product is simple. The nozzle on top control the amount of product you use.

The lotion is colorless and fragrant-fee. You may feel more like water in your hand. As you can see in the pic the lotion is very watery, therefore a few drops is more than enough for your whole face. What I do is apply an appropriate amount of the lotion on my palm, rub it with my both hands and start patting it on my skin.

Pat until the product dry into your skin. Do beware it takes a moment for you to pat and pat on your skin. So this product is not suitable when you're on hurry. While patting, I do encounter some stickiness on my skin. But once it absorb into my skin, the stickiness went off leaving my skin feel soft and hydrated.


My skin looking glowy and hydrated on the right pic isn't it? This lotion helps to keep my skin hydrated and even reduced my clogged pores. The bottle I'm using now is almost finish.

Rating: 4/5

Overall, this is a good product I would recommend to all of you if you want to keep your skin hydrated. With the affordable price and result, now you see why it is sold every 4 seconds in Japan. This product is widely available in Guardian now.