REVIEW: Sally Hansen Diamond Strength

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According to Sally Hansen, this is a high-powered nail hardener that virtually ends cracking, splitting & peeling, while locking in moisture so nails can grow. It is formulated with Real Micro-Diamond & Titanium properties that instantly bonds to strengthen and seal fragile nail layers with a virtually shatterproof protective shield.

After a bad gel nail encounter, my fingernails were becoming very brittle. Before that, I never had such issues with my nails breaking. I decided to try Sally Hansen Diamond Strength when I was in the States. It retailed for about USD $8. It is a strengthening treatment that supposedly protects the nails and prevents it from chipping. When painted on the nails, it creates a clear glossy finish. It dries up quickly, in less than 2 minutes. I love its quick drying properties, I do not have to worry about it smudging. I usually paint only one coat. The transparent coat stays on surprisingly well. It does not peel or chip easily. Mine can lasts up to 10 days without any chipping. For your information, I am terrible at keeping my manicured nails looking good, mine tend to chip or peel after 2-3 days. Overall, I really like this product and will recommend it those that have brittle nails. It does make my nails harder and less prone to splitting.

REVIEW: innisfree apple juicy lip & eye remover

 

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Innisfree apple juicy lip & eye remover is a dual-phase remover. It has a oil-based consistency and a water-based consistency. Like most waterproof makeup remover, you have to shake it well before use. I tend to use only one cotton pad to removed my daily eye makeup. With this makeup remover, I find that it is not as oily compared to L'Oreal or Lancôme waterproof makeup removers.

However when I use waterproof eyeliners, I tend to use two cotton pads to thoroughly remove the makeup. What I also found is that if you leave the soaked cotton pad on the eyelids area to absorb the makeup remover, the waterproof eyeliner comes off more easily. So instead of continually wiping the eye area, this is a more gentle method of makeup removal. Overall, innisfree apple juicy remover has a good waterproof makeup removing properties. 

One more thing that I have to point out about this makeup remover is that it is suitable for sensitive skin. I have ultra sensitive skin, and some eye makeup removers have caused my skin to sting. With this Innisfree apple juicy remover, I have had no problems with that. I have been using it for over two months.

Since I bought this in Korea while they were having a 1-for-1 deal, I found this purchase very worth it. I know for sure that it costs less than USD $10 per bottle. It might have cost around USD $5-6 because I remember it being a good buy. Overall, I will recommend this makeup remover to those looking for an affordable and yet effective one. Plus, I especially like the fresh Apple scent.

REVIEW: Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes Waterproof Alber Elbaz

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This is quite outdated. This Alber Elbaz's designed Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes waterproof mascara was launched many seasons ago. But, I only bought it end of last year at Changi Airport duty free shop.    I cannot how much I paid for it. On Lancome.com, the Hypnose Doll Eyes Waterproof mascara retails for USD$27.50

The secret behind doll lashes, finally revealed!Lancôme's most flirtatious lash look. A volumized, extended and full lash fringe for a wide-eye look. 
The secret behind this amazing result?A new, unique, cone-shaped brush provides an extremely smooth and clean application, precisely defining even your hard-to-reach corners and lower lashes. Combined with the exclusively developed FiberShine formula, it sculpts, curls and loads each lash for the ultimate shiny lash fringe. Lift and thicken every single lash without weighing it down. Push up your lashes for your most flirty, wide open eye look.

Isn't the Alber Elbaz's design so cute? I especially like the red and black patterns running through the mascara. It makes it so fun. Unlike the usual boring monotone colours of mascara's packaging. It is definitely a collector's item.

The wand is narrower at the tip for easier application for my tiny lashes. The specially designed wand gives my short lashes length. The mascara formula thickens my sparse lashes. It defines my lashes and creates an wide-eyed look. This makes my eye area appear more awake.

Lancome really meant waterproof when they said it is a waterproof mascara. Sometimes, waterproof mascara still smudges on me and makes me look like a racoon. But I had no problem with this one.

I really like this mascara. It has to be one of my most favourite mascaras - the others being YSL Volume Effect Faux Cils and Tarte's Lights, Camera Splashes. I truly recommend this to those of you that have short or sparse lashes, and want defined lashes. It creates the volume and length of false lashes with its voluminizing formula and lengthening wand.

REVIEW PART 1: Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate

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I've been using this since June 26, that is three weeks of use so far. Since Vitamin C makes the skin sensitive when exposed to sunlight, I only use this product at night. Though the direction does say to use it day and night. But since I do not have an eye cream that has SPF, I skip the day time use. 

I apply a small amount in the eye area. Targeting the dark circles and milia. It has a gel texture that is easily absorbed by the under eye area. I have had no adverse reaction to this product. The citrus scent is light and not too overwhelming. 

For those of you who are not familiar with Milia. Milia is those oil seed that are found on the under eye area. For me, it usually happens when I use an eye cream that is not suitable for my eye area. A "thick" eye cream is usually the culprit. Sometimes, the milia does go away on its own. But there are times when they are persistent. I am experiencing a few of those persistent ones now. I have been plagued by it for over two months.  (Pictured below) The pictures are not that clear but you can see some spots on my under eye area. The other spots closer to my cheeks area are my acne. 

The saleslady at Sephora said that milia are dead skin and oil trapped under the skin. So she recommend that I exfoliate the under eye area. She said this Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate helps her get rid of milia. I asked her how long it will take to see result. She said for her, it took about a month to see noticeable differences. She also mentioned that this product also help with dark circles. 

So far, I have not seen any noticeable differences with my dark circles and milia. Maybe it is because I only use it once a day? Anyway, I will use it longer to see whether this product is worth recommending to you reader. Stay tuned.

Covergirl LashBlast Volume Waterproof

Get a blast of bold, volumizing mascaras! LashBlast's patented volume-boosting hypoallergenic mascara formula and patent-pending brush are designed to max out each and every lash, leaving you with the ultimate big-lash look. Now in waterproof, too!

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I have used this mascara ages ago, and I remember being quite fond of it. Decided to buy it again to try it. You cannot go wrong, it was only US$7.99 from Walmart. I chose the waterproof formula because I have serious issues with mascara smudging. I will let you readers know when I start using it :)