Thursday, December 24, 2015

Review and Swatches: ARITAUM Style Pop Water Tint in Cherry Rose





Merry Christmas everyone!As we began the countdown to last night's Christmas Eve's NOCHE BUENA,I found some time to make a review of a good lip tint from the Korean brand Aritaum.i have started interest in lip tints since they became popular because I am not a big fan of lipstick.At this point of my womanly life, I am still favoring lip balms and lip tints because it is just difficult to find the perfect lipstick shade and formulation and tints and balms are more lightweight in terms of formula.Also who can resist that simpler and younger vibe of lip tints that will not make you look overly made-up unlike lipstick.With tints you can feel less product is resting on your lips,just saying.Truth be told, tints are favored by the younger ones but who says that at twenty-ish, you can't use lip tints.Well, I do prefer tints, after all..Anyway sooner or later I hope I will find a good lipstick.Moving on,after trying this product for some time I can already share my opinion.By the way, I purchased the product from Sae Sil Parknshop, a legitimate shop/reseller of Korean beauty products based in Korea.If you would like to purchase from her shop just click on the link to her Facebook page  saesil.parknshop




This is the lip tint from Aritaum,a Korean brand under Amore Pacific.It comes in Cherry rose and Mango red variants.What I am reviewing at this point is in Cherry Rose and swatches of the tint on the tissue.







ARITAUM STYLE POP WATER TINT (9ML)


PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:According to the Aritaum this product offers a light and soft water coating effect of water-fitting formula.Non-sticky,high moisturizing,long-lasting effect.

INGREDIENTS:This contains Argan oil to moisturize and protect the lips from dryness.It also has orange and rose ingredients to make the formulation long-lasting.

PRICE:I got this for Php 192 @20% sale off.Fair price for a lip tint.

SWATCHES anyone?Please note that I have naturally colored lips and the product was worn alone sans lip concealer.




Personally,the product is non-drying,not sticky,lightweight and pigmented enough to show on my lips.I have tried another lip tint some time ago from another brand which I failed to review.However,quality-wise this current tint is better since it does not dry my lips nor induce chapping unlike that lip tint(I dunno if they changed the formulation already).Color pay-off was also nice,living up to the cherry rose hue as advertised with a MATTE finish that does not emphasize flaky portions of the lips.In terms of lasting power,it is good enough considering I need to reapply only after 4 hours and this color remained on my lips.2-3 Coats will give you natural-looking cherry lips.

You can also make lip gradations using this product ala Korean-a bt I personally prefer this as an overall lip color especially when I have little time to prep my face for the day's business.The container is slim and can easily fit in your girly purse.Just remember to close the cap tightly because if you don't, things can be really-really messy if the tint spills and the color needs to be washed off.The doe foot applicator is effective in applying the product but sometimes, it just picks up too much of the product so be careful about that.Luckily you can remove the over-drawn tint using a tissue,just do it quickly before the tint dries.

it is a fairly affordable and good lip tint.So if you like this color and prefer a non-drying tint formula,then you should go for this product.Just remember to scrub your lips when  needed to make lip products adhere properly and to apply lip balm if you feel like your lips feel dry especially in this cold season.I did not need a lip balm for this lip tint but if needed I highly recommend Human Nature's lip balms or  Aritaum lip tint balms,both of which I will review later on.

Thanks for reading.Enjoy the holidays;-)

Thursday, December 3, 2015

My Love Affair with Oils-Human Nature's Rosehip Oil and Miracle Sunflower Beauty Oil


Hey, it has been a long time since I have written a blog entry about good products for the skin.To make up for the long hiatus, I would like to make some short,yet informative posts about good skincare products that I have tried so far.As you can see, I am not a makeup-focused kind of person.Instead, I think that skincare should be a top priority in a woman's list over makeup.It's not only about using good makeup products, but also taking care of our skin using good yet affordable and skin-friendly products.I would even emphasize the word organic if I have to, because with how things are nowadays, it is safer to use organic and earth-friendly beauty potions.I'd rather take the longer route to targeting my skin issues with natural and organic yet effective products than using harmful concoctions that show quick efficacy but are laden with harmful chemicals.It is so against the core principles of beauty that I believe in.

If you want to be beautiful, it all starts with having a healthy body.And a healthy body will make possible beautiful skin.I guess everything else follows.Good skin and complexion with all its glory.

But that's is just ideal.My skin is not perfect and I need additional assistance from good products that can improve my skin further.And one of them is Human Heart Nature's Rose hip oil.I have used this for a long time already and if I am not mistaken I am in my 4th bottle.I came to know about this product from former Victoria Secrets Angel Miranda Kerr.I don't think she is my favorite, but I chanced upon an article where she talked about her favorite products.And judging by how beautiful her skin is at her age, i just can't stop googling about her skincare routine.Mind you, even Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, discovered the good benefits of this oil to her skin.And for someone like me who are looking for ways to minimize my eye bags and help lighten my under eye area as well as my pimple scars and freckles, I just made that resolve to get one!asap! So that is where my fixation to find Rosehip oil started.

Judging by how expensive this miraculous oil is, I was so glad that this became available locally through Human Nature.(So happy I was then a Human Nature Dealer)And with a price that I will not be so hurt to pay for.



So what is Rosehip Oil?It is actually the oil extracted from wild rose bushes growing in the cold regions of Chilean Andes.The benefits of the oil have been known to indigenous groups for ages and they have used it to address many skin concerns.According to Dailymail.UK,"Not only is it rich in vitamin C and high in omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, known to heal scar tissue, it’s also a great source of retinoic acid, which studies show reduces the appearance of wrinkles and brightens skin.

I'm so glad that Human Nature started selling this oil.After searching for places where I can purchase this(my search has taken me to online shopping but with the ridiculous shipping and tax fees, I was surely discouraged.) Taking it from Human Nature, I just know that they provide Pure and unadulterated Rosehip oil.You can be assured because they carry the Natural Seal which certifies their compliance with the Natural Products Association Standard for Personal Care Products.According to their website:

This is their 100% Natural Rosehip Oil available in a 15 ml bottle.
Pure Rosehip Oil
Every woman wears a beautiful story on her body - of courage, constancy, and conquest in the face of adversity.
Step into the light with a new chapter of healing with pure, premium grade Rosehip Oil. Cold-pressed from top-quality rosehip fruit hand-picked and ripened to perfection, each potent drop is rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids that help improve skin elasticity, assist in skin regeneration, and reduce uneven pigmentation.
Since many of you have been asking in the forums about what can help lighten their pimple marks and freckles, improve the appearance of their under eye areas,diminish wrinkles-this is my answer.At 695php (and it even better if you are a Human Nature dealer because you can avail of their dealer-exclusive discounts),A few drops before bedtime is enough to cover the face.Use it as the last step after your beauty routine.As for me, I have seen the results just after a few days of use.To sum up its effect, I looked blooming as complimented by my workmates.Little did they know, it's this oil.Try it and experience the difference.The little,precious bottle lasted me more than a month.If you want to try, visit the Human Nature store nearest you or contact a dealer.You may also try ordering via their website  and they will ship your orders to you.
Another organic favorite of mine from Human Nature is their Sunflower Beauty oil.You might be wondering why I just love oils that I can't stop talking about them.It's because oils help the skin.As much as we want to avoid oils when our skin is already oily, some kind of oils will actually improve our skin.What kind of facial oils you might ask?Go for Coconut oil,Rosehip oil,Jojoba Oil,Rice bran oil and Sunflower oil, to name a few that can address our skin issues.These oils are easily absorbed by the skin and easily available.You can even ditch some of your products because oils can already double for cleansing,toning and moisturizing.To learn more about the goodness of facial oils, there are so many interesting sources that you can access via the world wide web. This literature particularly is informative.If you want to know more, you can continue reading about it.Just click the link.
"Do you know why beauty trendsetters likeGwyneth Paltrow and Emma Stone are using natural face oils? If you're looking to have healthier, younger-looking skin without exposure to chemicals, toxins or harsh treatments, consider adding face oils to your skin care routine. Yes, it turns out the skin care ingredient we've feared most of our lives can actually transform our skin. Just as oils rich in essential fatty acids are required in our daily diet to keep our bodies healthy, the right skin care oils are also necessary to keep your skin healthy..."
So, without further ado, these are the reasons why I love Sunflower oil.It's all summed up by Human Nature:
100% Natural | Hypoallergenic | Bestseller
Experience 23 miracles of the sunflower gold.
A breakthrough bestseller and cult classic since its unveiling, Sunflower Beauty Oil’s premium formulation is lush with moisturizing and nourishing vitamins A, D & E, earning its place as a well-known and well-loved top-to-toe beauty solution.
How does Sunflower Beauty Oil show its miracle magic? Let us count the ways …
1. Helps lighten dark undereye circles
2. Helps lighten dark spots & pimple marks
3. Undereye moisturizer
4. Helps prevent & lighten the appearance of stretch marks
5. Helps soften and lighten underarms
6. Softens feet soles, knees & elbows
7. Removes stubborn makeup
8. Overall body moisturizer
9. Helps lighten fine lines around the eyes
10. Helps soften cuticles and dry skin
11. Makes skin glow and helps keep it youthful
12. Helps relax tired, puffy eyes
13. Helps relieve itch & redness caused by insect bites
14. Nourishes & conditions eyelashes
15. Helps lighten dark lips
16. Adds shine to dull hair
17. Helps ease dry & itchy scalp
18. Helps improve skin condition after sunburn
19. Smoothens dry, rough skin from shaving
20. Helps calm skin & ease rashes
21. Helps relieve symptoms of skin infections
22. Helps hydrate dry patches on face
23. Helps lighten lesions and scars
Now you can carry with you your entire beauty routine in one kikay kit-friendly bottle.
Seriously, I'm part of that cult since that time, I started using this oil.It's easily absorbed,easily spread and non-greasy.It's a great cleansing oil prior to washing your face with your favorite cleanser.I also place some to my under eye area.Keep my brows in place too!So versatile aproduct! Interesting what a beauty oil can do, right?Personally, I alternate this oil with my Rosehip oil.This is more affordable at 149.75 for a 50 ml bottle or 274.75 for 100 ml bottle and I don't feel guilty spreading this all over my body to minimize scars and stretch marks.For students and ladies and gents that would like to enjoy the goodness of sunflower oil to the skin,this is a good and affordable one to try.With continuous use, you can really see the difference.Let us just be realistic with our expectations because different products work with different people who have different skin conditions.You can incorporate it in your facial skincare routine or use it on your body to lighten those skin boo-boos.Just a gentle reminder folks, that you should always try a patch test to determine if you are okay with using new products even organic ones.In addition, if trying out oils, make sure you get he pure and unadulterated cosmetic grade oils.
Nature has rewarded us with so many natural products that can help with our skincare needs.I am not saying that we turn away from commercial beauty products, but we may as well not be blind with their negative effects on our bodies.Chemicals are chemicals and no matter how effective they are, the balanced condition of our body is more important. It is just pointless to be beautiful when you cannot even maintain a healthy body.That's it.Thank you for reading.Until next time.
*Photos are from the Human Nature Website
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