Thursday, April 28, 2011

ÜNT Skincare Review: Prodige, Q10 Vitalizer

I had so much success with Taiwanese sheet masks this past year that I decided to widen my options and try Taiwanese skincare (most of my skincare products are from Japanese as well as western brands).

There are so many Taiwanese skincare brands in the market right now, from Naruko to Neogence and today I'm going to review some products from ÜNT Skincare!

(Source: shopunt.com/)

I would love keep my skin from entering the mature stage, which is why I got my hands on a small bit of their anti-ageing line *am vain* Anti-ageing products are usually pretty pricey, but this is not the case with ÜNT Skincare's anti-ageing lineup - they range from RM 63.53 to RM 211.83 (US$ 17.99 to US$ 59.99)!!!

Prodige


Name: ÜNT Skincare Prodige
Price: RM 211.83 for 30 ml

This serum offers anti-oxidant benefits and not only arouses skin stem cells to rejuvenate and regenerate, it also improves the texture of your skin.


The dropper style as well as the royal purple colour that this bottle sports bears a resemblance to both Lancôme's Génifique and Cosme Decorte's Moisture Liposome. It's very practical, elegant and I adore the colour of the bottle

(Source: lancome.jp/ and cosmedecorte.com/)

The texture is light and very fluid but you can feel how nourishing it is. My skin loves it a lot, it just drinks it up so quickly! It leaves my face soft and ready for the next step in my skincare regimen which is the Q10 Vitalizer. I use hyaluronic acid serums in conjunction with Prodige when I feel that my skin feels particularly dehydrated. Most of the times Prodige is more than sufficient for my needs.


The full ingredient list for Prodige:
Water, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture, Xanthan Gum, Phospholipids, Phenoxyethanol, 2-Methyl-1, 3-Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Polyethylene Glycol, Glycosyl Trehalose, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Triethylhexanoin, Algae Extract, Glycosphingolipids, Butylene Glycol, Saccharomyces, Podophyllum Peltatum Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Trideceth-10, Propanediol, Baicalin, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-3, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactobacillus, Olea Europaea Leaf Ferment Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Phytosphingosine, Phytosphingosine HCL, Panthenol, Methylisothiazolinone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Perfume.

Q10 Vitalizer


Name: ÜNT Skincare Q10 Vitalizer
Price: RM 84.71 for 30 g

ÜNT Skincare claims that Q10 Vitalizer protects skin against free radicals, delays the loss of collagen, brightens your skin and it has 4 times the potency of DHC's popular Q10 skincare line.

The bottle has a unique pump mechanism. I have never seen anything like this! I must admit that I was suitably amazed when I laid my eyes on it hahaha~


The texture is a thick cream. I warm it up before I smooth it all over my face. It feels very moisturising without being greasy at all. It does takes a while for my skin to absorb this moisturiser, around five minutes or so, but once it completely sinks in my face feels noticeably smoother.


Scent wise, I've never encountered a skincare product with a similar fragrance. Don't worry it's not anything unpleasant but it took me a couple of uses to get used to it.

The full ingredient list for Q10 Vitalizer:
Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl-Lys-Thr-Thr-Lys-Ser, Phenoxyethanol, Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propyl Parahydroxybenzoate, Ubiquinone, Perfume.

I use these two products twice daily. I started using them as 'far' as two months back, so that's more than enough time for me to test them out.

I could actually see an improvement just after one use! I was so pleased with the results the morning after and I'm soooo happy with my skin after two months of consistent usage.. my complexion is super clear and bright ♥♥♥ I do not have to layer foundation as I did previously and I can also skip the concealer step.

More importantly, both Prodige and Q10 Vitalizer make my skin feel more youthful - it is firmer and also bouncier now. Double thumbs and toes up!!! I will definitely repurchase and also experiment with some other products from this brand.

You can purchase ÜNT Skincare from their official website shopunt.com or you can just click the links above which will bring you straight to the product pages. Psst, ÜNT Skincare ships worldwide for free!

Monday, April 18, 2011

Jill Stuart Mix Blush Compact 102 Gold Illuminance

Limited edition items from Jill Stuart are highly sought after, they’re always sold out within a short period of time! With much love from one of the sweetest person that I know, this baby landed in my mailbox.


Name: Jill Stuart ジルスチュアート Mix Blush Compact ミックスブラッシュ コンパクト 102 Gold Illuminance
Price: ¥ 4725 for 8 g
@cosme rating: 5.5
Release date: 1.8.2008

The limited edition compact has lace details on the lid. The case is very girly as well as prettily designed.


The retractable attached brush.


The bristles are stiff and scratchy, definitely nowhere near as soft or fluffy as my MakeUpShow angled blush brush (reviewed here). Both brushes have goat hair bristles.

The pretty overspray before any usage (* ω *)


Gold Illuminance has a peach, a light yellow, a neon pink and a salmon pink (clockwise from bottom left). They are shimmery in the swatches and on my cheeks.


Natural light


Muted flash


Natural light


Muted flash

This blush is silky smooth, finely milled and easy to blend. It shows up very well with two swipes, but if you are tanner than me, you may need to swirl your blush brush more than twice to pick up more colour. It lasts all day long, no touching up is needed.

I adore the versatility of this blush! I can use any of the colours alone (except for the light yellow) or mix different combinations of the four and come out with new shades. The possibilities are endless and I'd wager that it flatters all skintones.

Two swirls results in a pretty and foolproof pink flush.



Jill Stuart blushes are remarkably worth purchasing only IF you can get them at retail and not the jacked up e-tailer prices.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Sexylook Review: Firming, Moisture, Ultra Whitening, Diamond Particles & Marine Collagen

Sexylook is a Taiwanese brand, and I am in love with their sheet masks! They take up the second place spot alongside My Scheming Beauty (can't decide which brand is better yet) in my hall of HG sheet masks. The fabric is thick and nice, lots of leftover essence that you can smooth on your neck and arms, they are affordable and most importantly they work very well ♥♥♥

They come with ear hooks and jaw strips. These jaw strips help to lift and firm your face (temporarily). They are also stretchable, so one size fits all!


Firming Double Lifting


Name: Sexylook Firming Double Lifting Mask 彈力緊實雙拉提小臉面膜
Price: NT$ 299 for 10 sachets (30 ml each)

No noticeable firming effect noticed, although I do like the moisturising benefit that it provides. It brightens my complexion well but the effect isn't as obvious as the Ultra Whitening variation.

The full ingredient list for Firming Double Lifting Mask:
Rose Water, Platinum, Elastin, Collagen, Hydrolyzed Silk, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-3, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide, Red Wine Extract, Fagus Sylvatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Orchid Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Propylene Glycol, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Perfume, Water.

Moisture Double Lifting


Name: Sexylook Moisture Double Lifting Mask 高效保濕雙拉提面膜
Price: NT$ 299 for 10 sachets (30 ml each)

All of them have a similar fragrance, soft and floral-like. This scent is very soothing and not overpowering at all.

Leaves my face looking super plump and hydrated. Thumbs up! Brightening effect isn't as obvious as Ultra Whitening Double Lifting. I'd recommend this for dehydrated skin or for those who want to prevent signs of ageing (it contains Q10!).

The full ingredient list for Moisture Double Lifting Mask:
Q10, Aloe Extract, Calendula Extract, Chamomile Extract, Cucumber Extract, Green Tea Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Glycerine, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Xanthan Gum, Methyl Paraben, Methylisothiazolinone, Perfume, Water.

Ultra Whitening Double Lifting


Name: Sexylook Ultra Whitening Double Lifting Mask 激白保濕雙拉提小臉面膜
Price: NT$ 299 for 10 sachets (30 ml each)

It brings about a brighter and more glowy complexion My favourite from the Double Lifting Mask series.

The full ingredient list for Ultra Whitening Double Lifting Mask:
Rose Water, Tranexamic Acid, Potassium 4-Methoxysalicylate, Elastin, Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Resveratrol, Job's Tears Extract, Pearl Extract, Glycerin Tuber Aestivum Extract, Ellagic Acid Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Niacinamide, Xanthan Gum, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Perfume, Water.

Diamond Particles & Marine Collagen


Name: Sexylook Diamond Particles & Marine Collagen Mask 鑽石微粒+海洋膠原蛋白
Price: NT$ 299 for 10 sachets (30 ml each)

This mask is exceptional at brightening my complexion and hydrating my skin. I reach for this mask when I need some extra care

The full ingredient list for Diamond Particles & Marine Collagen Mask:
Diamond Powder, Soluble Collagen, Melanotatine-S (Dextran / Nanopeptide-1), Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, Proline Serine, Arginnie, Lysine, Glutathione, Black Pearl Extract, Job's Tears Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, D-Panthenol, Sorbitol, 1,3-Butylene Glycol, Propyl Glycol, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate, Xanthan Gum, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Methylisothiazolinone, Perfume, Water.

My verdict:
#1 Diamond Particles & Marine Collagen
#2 Ultra Whitening Double Lifting
#3 Moisture Double Lifting
#4 Firming Double Lifting

Friday, April 8, 2011

[mukuCHU] EOS G-206 Aqua

Want to see how I look like with blue eyes? Read on (^ ω ~)!


Name: EOS G-206 Aqua
Price: US$ 24 for 1 pair
Base curve: 8.6 mm
Diameter: 14.2 mm
Water content: 38%
Prescription: 0.00 to -10.00
Life span: 1 year disposal

Colour ★★☆☆☆☆☆
The G-206 series in the colour Aqua has a dark limbal outer ring with a cornflower blue base colour. It deepens a tad once in my eyes where it shows up as a beautiful royal blue shade. It's very opaque and doesn't give a sense of dimension (sort of looks flat, am I making sense? hahaha).



Enlargement ★☆☆☆☆☆☆
As mentioned in an earlier review, lenses with a diameter of 14.2 mm don't provide me with much enlargement, however, they are perfect for everyday wear.


Comfort ★★★★★☆☆
This particular series has gained a bit of a repute for being uncomfortable on and I thoroughly disagree. I didn't experience any discomfort at all! Just remember to soak your lenses in contact lens solution beforehand and you should be set.




PRODUCTS USED


FACE
♥ Castledew Watershot Base #3
♥ Sunplay Skin Aqua Silky BB Cream
♥ FACE atelier Ultra Blush Pink Satin

EYES
♥ Lunasol Scent Form Eyes 05a Chocolate Cosmos
♥ Max Factor Eye Gradation Colors Chic Monotone
♥ Dolly Wink Liquid Eyeliner (Deep Black)
♥ L'Oreal Voluminous Volume Building Mascara Black
♥ Taiwanese lashes

Thanks to mukuchu.com for providing me with these lenses Check the G-206 series out here. It is apparently the equivalent to Candy Magic's Natural line!!

Disclosure: Press samples.

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Kate & Maybelline Swatches

Hope these swatches help my international readers who have a hard time deciding on which colour to purchase, swatches provided by the manufacturer are usually horrible!

Kate Crystallise Quartz

(Source: nomorerules.net/)

Name: Kate ケイト Crystallise Quartz クリスタライズクオーツ
Price: ¥ 1,680
@cosme rating: 4.3
Release date: 1.2.2011

BR-1


BR-2


GN-1


PK-1


PU-1


Kate Dual Blend Eyes

(Source: nomorerules.net/)

Name: Kate ケイト Dual Blend Eyes デュアルブレンドアイズ
Price: ¥ 1,365 for 1.6 g
@cosme rating: 4.4
Release date: 1.8.2010

BK-1


BK-2


BR-2


GD-1


PU-1


Maybelline Water Shiny Diamond

(Source: maybelline.co.jp/)

Name: Maybelline New York メイベリン ニューヨーク Water Shiny Diamond ウォーター シャイニー ダイヤモンドダイヤ
Price: ¥ 945
@cosme rating: 4.5
Release date: 26.6.2010

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S01


S02