It's another price increase again. There was one increase last year and now come 1 April 2008, the products will be more expensive again.
Right after receiving an SMS about the price increase, I rushed to the salon today. A little budget conscious nowadays (thanks to someone!), I only bought what's necessary to me. My face sunblock. I can't leave home without it. This one costs me RM127 after discount.
Luckily, it's Members' Day (I didn't realise this until I reached the salon) and I got to pick a mystery gift. It's a travel set. Plus, I also receive a RM150 voucher (only redeemable against facial treatment, not products) as I am a member for more than 5 years. Hee.. hee..Good deal. Just the right timing. Looks like I'm getting more out of this visit.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Is depigmentation facial treatment effective?
At almost RM280 (about USD88 at date of posting) per session, it better be. It's cheaper if purchased during promotions.
Having a fair complexion is not a blessing afterall when it comes to pigmentation. (okay, okay, i'll stop complaining). Some say if your face is free of acne, high chances that it'll be plagued with pigmentation problem. Well, mine is acne-free,so, you can gather what's my problem,la. God is fair, isn't it?
As a teenager, I have problem-free skin except for the rare occassional pimples break-out. Pigmentation only started to appear after I had my kids. Problem become obvious after the second child. If only I take action earlier, I won't be living with the problem now. Early precaution always pays, I just don't learn fast enough! (Not a slow-learner, you know.)
Childbirth related pigmentation is easily curable, so I was told by the beauty consultant. At least, easier to remedy than exposure to sun and hereditary. Is this a sales gimmick to ask me to sign up for the course of treatment? Whatever it is, if I don't do something about it, I may end up having patches on my face.
With the price I'm paying, the treatment isn't something pleasurable. No pain, no gain! So, no choice lo. Generous amount of whitening serum is applied to an applicator (which is also connected to the machine) and the applicator is run through the part of the face where depigmentation appears. As the applicator contacts the face, a feeling of 'stinging' is felt. A little like mild electrocution. For normal skin, it's almost sensationless except for the smooth wet applicator. For an uneven or problematic skin, the feeling is more tangible. If only I can doze off during this session. But, hardly.
Massaging the face with whitening serum on the face to ensure deeper penetration follows. Emm, feels the best.
Having a fair complexion is not a blessing afterall when it comes to pigmentation. (okay, okay, i'll stop complaining). Some say if your face is free of acne, high chances that it'll be plagued with pigmentation problem. Well, mine is acne-free,so, you can gather what's my problem,la. God is fair, isn't it?
As a teenager, I have problem-free skin except for the rare occassional pimples break-out. Pigmentation only started to appear after I had my kids. Problem become obvious after the second child. If only I take action earlier, I won't be living with the problem now. Early precaution always pays, I just don't learn fast enough! (Not a slow-learner, you know.)
Childbirth related pigmentation is easily curable, so I was told by the beauty consultant. At least, easier to remedy than exposure to sun and hereditary. Is this a sales gimmick to ask me to sign up for the course of treatment? Whatever it is, if I don't do something about it, I may end up having patches on my face.
With the price I'm paying, the treatment isn't something pleasurable. No pain, no gain! So, no choice lo. Generous amount of whitening serum is applied to an applicator (which is also connected to the machine) and the applicator is run through the part of the face where depigmentation appears. As the applicator contacts the face, a feeling of 'stinging' is felt. A little like mild electrocution. For normal skin, it's almost sensationless except for the smooth wet applicator. For an uneven or problematic skin, the feeling is more tangible. If only I can doze off during this session. But, hardly.
Massaging the face with whitening serum on the face to ensure deeper penetration follows. Emm, feels the best.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
What is the best hair-conditioner brand to detangle fine hair?
I have super-fine hair and fragile too. Hairstylists who touched my hair before can testify this. And I've never find this as a blessing except that it's smooth to touch. It can mess up easily too. When it comes to taking care of my hair, it can be a hair-pulling experience, literally.
I used to use Dove extra-moisturising hair-conditioner. Other brands don't seem to work. Believe me, I've tried. It's like applying tonnes of them and yet my hair doesn't seem to feel softer, the knots are still tight. I've even tried a couple of premium brands such as Kerastasea and . But they are not smooth enough to detangle my easily-tangled hair.
When I can't find this Dove hair-conditioner in supermarkets' shelves, I almost panicked. What happened to this brand? I can't find the exact type, Yes there are still other Dove hair-conditioner but not the particular one I was using. Wonder why Dove phased this one out from their production line? Anyway, I was still using Dove until I can find another replacement.
My prayers are answered when I found Pantene! I never used to be a loyal consumer of Pantene shampoo. Their shampoo is a little costlier than others. But, when I stumble upon this travel size leave-on extra rich hair-conditioner, I didn't think twice to buy it.
True to its description, this conditioner solves my problem. I find it a little odd that the regular sized one is not widely sold. Most shelves are stacked with the travel size. Probably, due to its price which doesn't make it so saleable. As for me, I'll never switch to other brands unless it's taken out of the market again. Maybe, I should just stock up one or two bottles???
I used to use Dove extra-moisturising hair-conditioner. Other brands don't seem to work. Believe me, I've tried. It's like applying tonnes of them and yet my hair doesn't seem to feel softer, the knots are still tight. I've even tried a couple of premium brands such as Kerastasea and . But they are not smooth enough to detangle my easily-tangled hair.
When I can't find this Dove hair-conditioner in supermarkets' shelves, I almost panicked. What happened to this brand? I can't find the exact type, Yes there are still other Dove hair-conditioner but not the particular one I was using. Wonder why Dove phased this one out from their production line? Anyway, I was still using Dove until I can find another replacement.
My prayers are answered when I found Pantene! I never used to be a loyal consumer of Pantene shampoo. Their shampoo is a little costlier than others. But, when I stumble upon this travel size leave-on extra rich hair-conditioner, I didn't think twice to buy it.
True to its description, this conditioner solves my problem. I find it a little odd that the regular sized one is not widely sold. Most shelves are stacked with the travel size. Probably, due to its price which doesn't make it so saleable. As for me, I'll never switch to other brands unless it's taken out of the market again. Maybe, I should just stock up one or two bottles???
Friday, March 21, 2008
Which hairstyle would you choose?
Which hairstyle would you pick if you have thinning hair?
This one is unattractive and not sexy, very 'school-girl' and not versatile. Not corporate-looking too. Can even look 'ah soh' (you know the aunty look and housewife type la, what else?) when you are not dressed up appropriately. Or just one look and nothing else. You can't play around with a hairclip or a hairband if you are bored with letting it down. But, easy to maintain, dry faster after a hairwash, needs less or can even do away with hair-conditioner. Almost tangle free even in the worst sleeping pattern. You can practically walk out of the house without combing your hair. The best is, and that's the whole idea, there is less hair dropping. :)
Annddd... this look is sexier, more feminine too. You can create a few looks with it, bun it up, tie it up or the occasional braids. The price to pay, though, is tangled hair after a hairwash with rich hairconditioner, strands and strands of hair in the toilet. The result, thinning hair. Thank God there is none on my pillow or bedsheet.
For the sake of a crowning glory, I will choose the suitable hairstyle.
This one is unattractive and not sexy, very 'school-girl' and not versatile. Not corporate-looking too. Can even look 'ah soh' (you know the aunty look and housewife type la, what else?) when you are not dressed up appropriately. Or just one look and nothing else. You can't play around with a hairclip or a hairband if you are bored with letting it down. But, easy to maintain, dry faster after a hairwash, needs less or can even do away with hair-conditioner. Almost tangle free even in the worst sleeping pattern. You can practically walk out of the house without combing your hair. The best is, and that's the whole idea, there is less hair dropping. :)
Annddd... this look is sexier, more feminine too. You can create a few looks with it, bun it up, tie it up or the occasional braids. The price to pay, though, is tangled hair after a hairwash with rich hairconditioner, strands and strands of hair in the toilet. The result, thinning hair. Thank God there is none on my pillow or bedsheet.
For the sake of a crowning glory, I will choose the suitable hairstyle.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
What happens if we miss cleansing our face at night?
I've missed it for a few nights (sometimes 2 or 3 maximum) in a row or sometimes once in a few days. And this can happen a few times a month.
Despite this, sometimes my beauty consultant even commented my skin is good when I go for my routine facial treatment.
I could only attibute this to having a stable skin. I think, for long term, if I continue to slack, it would take a toll on my skin. Better don't be lazy. I must be disciplined to cleanse every night.
Despite this, sometimes my beauty consultant even commented my skin is good when I go for my routine facial treatment.
I could only attibute this to having a stable skin. I think, for long term, if I continue to slack, it would take a toll on my skin. Better don't be lazy. I must be disciplined to cleanse every night.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Hairstyle that's too young for me
I was at the saloon to have my hair highlighted. I can't resist taking picture of this young girl who was having her hair done. I like her youthful hairstyle. It's cute, carefree and is the 'in' fashion for Japanese youngsters.I wish we have this kind of trend when we were younger.
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