BENEFIT EXCLUSIVE BOX: MARCH 2014 BDJ UNBOXING (SECRETS OF A SPY GAL)

The much awaited BDJ Box is here already and I'm so excited to share with you my first ever unboxing with them, and boy was it great? The first box I received from them was an exclusive Benefit Cosmetics pack. 

Ready to unbox with me bellas?

Imagine my excitement after seeing this cover while trying to pull the courier's pouch off this treasure. My heart suddenly starts with its uneven "lub-dub" 

Now let's check the products one by one...

Product Description: It quickly minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin! Its translucent oil-free formula complements all skin tones and helps your makeup stay put. It contains Vitamin E derivative to protect skin from free radicals.

POREFESSIONAL PRO BALM
sample size 3ml - Php219 ($5)
Php 1600 ($37) /22ml

Next one is exactly what I've been looking for! I am actually on the lookout for a good primer for my eye makeup, good thing they've included this in this month's box. 

Product Description: This dual-action power primer works 360 degrees around the eyes to make concealers and eye shadows stay put. Concealers don't crease, eye shadows stay vibrant and true. Just apply three tiny dots on your eyelids and under your eyes, blend, then set before putting the rest of your makeup.

STAY DON'T STRAY
sample size 2.5ml - Php350 ($8)
Php 1400 ($32) /10ml

And as if the first two weren't enough yet for you to jump in glee, benefit and bdjbox also include these babies 

Product Description: This new oil-free brightening liquid foundation builds from light to medium coverage for a natural, luminous and healthy-looking complexion. Fret not if you got a shade that's too light -- apply it on the high planes of your face to serve as a natural highlighter while using your regular shade on the rest of your face.

HELLO FLAWLESS OXYGEN WOW
sample size 5ml - Php317 ($7)
Php 1900 ($43)/30ml

STAY FLAWLESS
sample size
Php 1900 ($43)/ 15.5g 

Product Description: This instant pro-long primer acts like a magnet to lock on your foundation for 15 fresh and flawless hours. This invisible stick primer glides directly unto skin for optimal wear and a natural-looking finish. With this product, you'll need to use less foundation to get the coverage that you want.

Product Description: Instantly minimizes shine and helps smooth the look of pores. Pores and shine don't stand a chance with this shine-vanishing PRO powder. Just twist, tap and sweep to look fresh-faced, without a trace!

AGENT ZERO SHINE
sample size
Php 1600 ($37) /7g

The last product was unexpected, I didn't know that Benefit have perfumes too! I guess my knowledge of their product is limited to makeups and this one is a great revelation that I gladly welcome, because this one sample that I have, smells AWESOME!!! 

Product Description:  This new fragrance has an exotic and glamorous woody floral scent that will surely make you enticing and intriguing to everyone around you. Be ready to receive compliments with this unexpected fragrance. Spritz on moisturized skin to help it linger longer.

UNDER MY SPELL NOELLE FRAGRANCE
sample size 1.5ml - Php 100 ($2)
Php 2000 ($46) /30ml

Wow! that's over a month worth subscription already and to think that this are just sample sizes. This box is definitely a steal for Php 580 ($14).

So what do I think about MARCH '14 BOX?!?

Packaging:                 *****

Product Featured:     *****

Satisfaction:               *****

Overall Rating:          *****

5/5 Happy Meter 

Detailed reviews of the products are to follow so stay tuned!

And for this month's inspirational thought...

True that! Mirror can only see what is outside, it cannot determine how beautiful and wonderful YOU are inside. Everything that it shows you is just superficial. We are all GORGEOUS if the mirror says otherwise don't believe it. 

Excited to see also your unboxings! Did you receive the same items that I have in my box?

Share and comment your experience!

If you want to learn more about BDJBOX? Check out the following:

FB PAGE: BDJbox

WEBSITE: www.bdjbox.com

Also check:  Benefit Cosmetics Philippines

For International Inquiries: Benefit Cosmetics

See you on my next unboxing bellas. 

xoxo,

BEAUTY REVIEW: Colour Collection Gluta Whitening BB Cream SPF 30

Ever use any BB Creams? No?!? We'll you're missing a lot in your beauty kit my dear. BB creams are the new hype nowadays when it comes to makeup, well there's this CC cream too, but we are not gonna talk about that now. :)

Going back to BB cream, *did you know that this BB cream formula was concocted by Christine Schrammek, a German dermatologist in 1960's? Yes, you heard it right this "blemish balm", "blemish base", "beblesh balm", "beauty balm" originated in Europe (whew! that was a long list of other names!), but was later on developed further in 1980's by Korean cosmetics company. Apparently this BB creams are told to be the "secret" to Korean actresses porcelain skin and is popularly endorsed by those doll like skin Korean celebrities. That is the reason why a lot of beauty junkies like you and me go gaga over it and because of that Tupperware Brands Philippines introduced us their own formula of BB cream.

*Source: Wikipedia

SAMPLEROOM PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Gluta Whitening BB Cream is a multi-benefit product that not only works externally -- it also penetrates deeper using breakthrough Nanotechnology to deliver 5 wonderful benefits to your skin.

It acts as a whitening cream with its glutathione and papaya extract to even out skin tone and promote healthy cell renewal. It acts as a tinted makeup base or sheer foundation because of its self-adjusting shade that complements all Asian skintones. It doubles as a moisturizer with shea butter and soothing aloe vera, and works as a toner with hazel extracts that treats blemishes. Finally, it protects your skin from harmful UV rays with SPF30.

Full Size: 40ml
Price: PHP 599
Sample Size: 40ml (full size)
Points use to purchase 101 pts.

                                              

At first, I was so skeptical to use it. I was thinking that it might not be that good and that the color is too dark, as I've seen some swatches from other bloggers blog and that most of the reviews are positives. So, when sampleroom included this on their list of products to try out I decided to avail one so I can compare with other BB creams that I've tried and that includes the popular ones. Boy! Am I wrong to be too skeptic? Let's see what I've found out after trying this product.  :)

Claims to have 8 skin benefits :)

Packaging: Nothing fancy, as most of the creams are packed, this one also comes in a box that was plainly labeled, nothing lavish design or any eye candy color stuff that will make draw the buyers attention. 

covered with protective foil to avoid unnecessary  spillage.

will use my ever trusted Real Techniques by Samatha Chapman Expert Brush for perfect coverage :D 

BB Cream has a very thick consistency

Color almost the same as my skin tone, so it was well blended.

Time to do a road test :)

without bb cream (no filter). 

After applying bb cream (see its matte finish, perfect for combination/oily skin like moi).

can still see the difference even with poor lighting :)

TADAH!!! Perfectly done ayt!

Raves:

• have glutathione and arbutin perfect to lighten dark spots.
• love that it has SPF 30
• claims to have 8 skin benefits that'll definitely makes your skin healthy
• Matte, perfect for combination/oily skin
• perfect coverage
• color is perfect for asians
• long wear
• didn't sweat much and no oily feel compared to other BB Creams I used.

Rants:

• Not readily available (cannot purchase it on department stores)

6 Raves vs. 1 Rant

My Say:

I love how tupperware brands combined all the best ingredients in their BB cream to produced a product that will not only gives temporary benefits to your skin, but a long lasting one. Continuous usage of this product will make your skin more elastic and younger looking. I can definitely attest that the product works real well as my colleagues who happens to see me again after 2 years told me that I looked like  a 15-year old teenager [I am already 29 btw :)] 

Now, you ask me if I will repurchase? DEFINITELY YES! Even If it takes for me to stalk that lady who sells this product or be a member myself I WILL DEFINITELY REPURCHASE and that's with a conviction hahaha...

Rating:

Interested to try it yourself? You might want to check Tupperwarebrands to see where to buy or how to be a member yourself, just visit their website for more information:   http://www.tupperwarebrands.ph/

Hope this post helped you a lot ^-^

xoxo,

Foi De Miel Shoppe is CRAZY ABOUT BAGS :)

Do you agree that online shopping is the new shopping trend today? Hmnn.. I do as a matter of fact I am even encouraged to put up my own online shop. Why, You ask? because there's a great potential in an online business. You can cater to a wider range of clients, be it demographic, geographic and social class. It is also a bonus that everything you posts online goes viral (means fast as how computer viruses infect your data). Oh, and remember also that we now have smart phones that are WiFi enabled. So, doing your business online is much easier and hassle free wherever you are [In my opinion of course :)].

Why am I posting about this?

Well, It just so happened that my sister have her own online shop which is Foi de Miel Shoppe. She started doing her online business last February 19, 2011 through facebook. Foi de Miel Shoppe caters to Women's around the globe who loves trendy bags and accesories. They also have some apparels, but very limited.

*photo from foi de miel shoppe's fb fan page

Then came Foi's instagram account (follow @crazyaboutbags). Obviously from the instagram name they concentrated on the bags niche. And as a certified bag lover, you can definitely see photos of high quality bags on her account that are not branded but stylish and sturdy.

Now crazy about bags have built a strong name in instagram that even celebrities followed her and purchase some of her bags.

Names such as:

*photos from @crazyaboutbags instagram)

to name a few.

And here's the exciting part @crazyaboutbags will be giving bags to my 1 blessed subscriber   

*photos from @crazyaboutbags instagram)

Isn't that sweet   This baby are good for fashionistas on the go 

So lovelies don't forget to visit this blog for further details as I am still adding items for my first giveaway 

If you want to check crazy about bags you can add her in instagram : @crazyaboutbags. For more updates on this give away always visit Beauty Chase and Randomness facebook fanpage. 

xoxo,

BEAUTY REVIEW: Bioderma Sebium H2O Solution Micellaire

Another favorite cleanser review today :D

Have you heard about Bioderma Sebium H2O? 

Actually, a few months back this product also caused a hype over the blogosphere together with the Sensibio Variant.

Bioderma Sebium H2O 500ml
HK $228  @ SASA HK
approximately Php 1.300

Some descriptions from bioderma's website:

• BIODERMA innovation, Sébium H2O gently cleanses the skin without drying it, through the micro-emulsion of impurities and excess sebum.

• Enriched with purifying active ingredients, Sébium H2O cleanses the epidermis in depth and regulates secretion of sebum. The patented sebo-correcting complex, Fluidactiv®, normalises sebum quality.

• Sébium H2O guarantees excellent cutaneous and ocular tolerance.

• Sébium H2O is non-comedogenic.

How to use:

• Soak a cotton pad with Sébium H2O and cleanse your face. Repeat the application until the cotton pad remains clean.

• Needs no rinsing but it is essential to dry your skin. Dry gently. Pat your face with a clean, cotton towel.

• Sébium H2O can be used daily, morning and evening.

Properties:

Fragranced formula.
Non-comedogenic, alcohol-free, no colorant.
Transparent bottle with dispenser cap - 500 ml.


Ingredients:


WATER (AQUA), PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES, SODIUM CITRATE , ZINC GLUCONATE, COPPER SULFATE, GINKGO BILOBA EXTRACT, MANNITOL, XYLITOL, RHAMNOSE, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM EDTA, CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM).


I use this not only to cleanse my face, but to also remove makeups though it is not actually indicated in the product description It still works well only I need to use a lot till the cotton pads got clean.


Raves:

• No strong scent
• Is non-comedogenic
• Not drying
• Formulated to minimize risk of allergies
• Alcohol free
• No Coloring
• Soap Free
• Feels like just water but with skin benefits
• No need to rinse (a must to celebrate for a lazy me ^.^)
• Works as a makeup remover too!

Rants:

• Not suitable to remove eye makeup such as mascara.
• Need to use a lot before getting the desired result
• Bulky
• Difficult to find
• No change on my face oil production 

10 Raves vs 5 Rants

My Say:

Bioderma works well as a cleanser, though it is not stated in their product description I use it as a makeup remover also. It does claim that it normalizes sebum quality, but I haven't notice any change after a month's use. Will I repurchase? Hmmmn.. maybe if I go to Hong Kong or mom will send some, because unfortunately I haven't seen anyone who sell this here yet.

Wait! That's it maybe I'll sell some myself online hahaha... Also I would love to try their Sensibio too!

Rating:

If you shop online you can check bioderma products here:

Bonjour HK

Sasa

How about you? 

Have you tried any Bioderma products? 

If so, where do you avail them? 

Would definitely love to hear from you leave some love below :D

xoxo,