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I am the kind of person who's afraid to try whitening products on my face. As I've told you before, I am a Ponds whitening cream user and nothing more. But sometimes I get tempted to try other creams whenever I see girls with very flawless complexion.

Bleaching creams are very popular these days. Too many sellers came up with different products with different formulation and ingredients. Most of them contains hydroquinone which a big no no for me. That's why I always check the ingredients before I put anything onto my face. Our main concern and purpose is to take care of our skin so harmful ingredients should be avoided at all times.

So while I was scrolling my fb page, I saw this Bossa Spotlight Lightening Cream and I got curious. I researched about the formulation and luckily, I found no harmful chemicals on the product so I decided to give it a try. Here's my review...
They sell this set for P750 which contains 60grams of Spotlight Lightening Cream, 150grams of Night Bleach Body Cream and 2pcs Premium White Bleaching Soap with Glutathione

Bossa Spotlight Lightening Cream
The Spotlight cream has pink color with a fruity scent. I use this only at night after cleansing and toning. After 3 days of use, I noticed that my skin started to peel lightly. I also noticed that my face became smoother and fairer. One good thing that I love about this product is the light micropeeling effect. It doesn't cause a burning sensation, just a little bit of sweating which is tolerable. And I have no redness and itchiness like the ones seen on other bleaching cream users.

Bossa Night Bleach Body Cream
 I have uneven skintone on my arms from using a short-sleeved rash guard during my beach vacation last summer. Bad idea. So I use this cream only on the dark parts of my arms to make them even. This gives an instant whitening effect on my skin. I'm still hoping this will give me the long term whitening result. 
Bossa Premium White Bleaching Soap with Glutathione
I stopped using my kojic soap and used this instead. I love bubbly soaps so this could pass as replacement for my trusty kojie-san soap. As per packaging, it contains glutathione with micropeeling effect. Not bad at all.
Ingredients and directions of spotlight cream

Ingredients and directions of night bleach body cream

So far, I can say that this product is amazing and highly recommended for curious people like me. Over the counter whitening creams scares me but this one is worth trying given the affordable price and the premium/safe ingredients used. I've been using this for just a week and I hope this product will give me the best whitening experience. I will update you guys about the end result. 


Sunday, October 30, 2016 9 comments
Money won’t save itself if you keep telling yourself to start saving it tomorrow. Let’s begin today!
I'm not really a religious saver, I fail most of the time. But slowly, through the help of successful people and through reading financial literacy blogs, I'm on my way. So together, let's motivate and remind each other by considering these steps:

1. Live below your means – Cut your expenses. Save first and spend what is left. That's the rule. If you live below your means, you will always be putting money into savings because that's what you do with money you don't spend.

2. Find happiness in saving as much as you do in spending– if you find yourself happy and content with buying trendy clothes or gadgets, why not be happy seeing your bank account or your investment grow? Clothes and gadgets will be out of style after few months, but your money in the bank will always be there to rescue you when emergency arises.

3. Differentiate Want and Need. Need-something you have to have. Want-something you would like to have. You need clothes but you don’t need branded ones. You need a phone, but you don't necessarily have to own a high-end one. Cut little expenses but do not deprive yourself from enjoying the good things in life. Have a sense of balance.

4. Avoid Impulse Buys - Spur of the moment decision to buy destroys your budget. These sudden purchases, such as unnecessary clothing or electronics, eat away your bank account and throw off your saving progress. The best thing to do is to avoid going to places that triggers impulse buying.   

5. Set a Deadline - A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. Defining a clear deadline helps you track your progress and act accordingly if you’re ahead or behind your goal.

Always remember: It's not about how much money you make, It's how you save it!




Tuesday, October 25, 2016 No comments

Hello guys! Beauty blogging is now my hobby and I thought I would share with you my favorite products of the month from skincare to makeup. This will be a regular post from now on aside from reviewing beauty products. So, here are my favorites for the month of October.

1. Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil Hand Cream
Hands down to this organic hand cream that nourishes, moisturizes and protect my hands from dryness. It has a very nice smell and keeps my hands soft all throughout the day.

2. Covergirl Trublend Fixstick
My go-to concealer when I'm in a hurry. I use this after moisturizing my face and this makes my under eye look brighter. Very good in covering my blemishes because of its thick consistency.

3. BodyXpert Underarm Lightening Cream
It's not that I have very dark underarms but I'm not very confident about it so I thought to give this product a try. I'm not seeing any results yet, but I really love the smell of this one. 

4. Redlogo F.A.B Nailpolish
This is my favorite color of all time and this nail polish dries very quick. I always bring this with me for a quick fix when my polish chips off. 

5. Covergirl Lipstick in Seduce Scarlet
This shade in bright red makes me look decent in days when I don't feel like wearing makeup. A very pigmented red that goes with a fixed eyebrows, a powdered face and you're good to go.

6. Maybelline Super BB Cushion 
I use this BB cushion non-stop since I bought it and I think I need to buy a new one. Holy grail product indeed. Highly recommended to those looking for affordable BB cushion.

7. The Body Shop Vit. C Energising Face Mist
This is an instant awakening mist that refreshes and energizes my face. It has vitamin C and smells like orange. It is also good as fixer that holds my makeup in place. 

So there you have it beshies, hope you like them like I do. 

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Sunday, October 23, 2016 No comments
Finding the right skincare products can be frustrating, I've been a Ponds user for a very long time, from facial wash to toners and creams. It has always been my basic skincare brand since I discovered kaartehan. Trying a new product scares me but somehow a girl should explore...

While I was in Watsons last month, I saw this traveler's kit and I thought this might work for me. Celeteque is a trusted and known brand so I did not hesitate to pick it on the counter. The packaging is small and can serve as a tester for me. This is more economical than buying the full size because I still don't know what to expect from the product.

This kit can last up to 3 weeks when used everyday. Price: P149

It has a cute and simple packaging since it's just trial kit. The size is suitable for people who travels a lot. Each bottle contains 25ml, so it's perfect for storing in your small suitcase/bag. 

Facial Wash:
Using this makes me feel like I have a healthy and baby soft skin. Its effect is the same as my good old ponds pearl cleansing gel so this might be a good replacement.

Toner: It was my first time to use an alcohol-free toner meaning, no stingy feeling like the ponds toner that I regularly use. I was really surprised about the cleansing power of this one, I feel like it kinda removed all the dirt in my face because the cotton balls were full of libag (dirt).


Moisturizer:
I never really used moisturizer before but I notice that as I age, my skin tends to become drier. And moisturizing should now be a regular part of my skincare regimen. This moisturizer is odorless. It's like water with a very light and hydrating effect on my skin. It is good as a primer too, and can be used as a makeup base.

Overall, I was surprised by this kit especially given the very affordable price. It really does wonders on my skin especially when I feel like having a break from whitening products. I will definitely buy the full size.

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Saturday, October 22, 2016 No comments
Setting sprays are meant to be the last step in your makeup routine. When lightly applied on top of your completed look, the makeup is supposed to stay in place all day. They claim to keep your powders, concealers, and even eyeshadows from absorbing into your skin or melting off.
I always thought that setting sprays are not necessary in my makeup routine but it does make a huge difference. And this setting spray is the makeup staple that I never knew I needed! 

Description:
LA Girl Pro Setting Spray
- Lightweight and non-sticky formula
- Lasting all day
- Natural matte finish

To keep that matte finish of freshly applied makeup, mist evenly with PRO Setting Spray after makeup has been applied.
The lightweight, non-sticky formula sets makeup for lasting all day.
The ultra-fine mist is refreshing and dries quickly setting makeup to promote you a beautiful and youthful look.
This product contains NO paraben and fragrance for sensitive skin.

 This comes in a small bottle which I think just right for the price of P350
I like this because it sprays just enough product on my face, a little amount goes a long way. It dries very fast and does not feel sticky. The spray nozzle isn't prone to clogging, and the spray dispenses in a fine mist that settles nicely.

The L.A girl setting spray is my very first facial mist and I'm loving it so far. I highly recommend this to everyone who's hardly making their makeup stay in their faces. But I still have to try other brands though. For the price, it's definitely a good buy.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 No comments
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