Toner/Lotion

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion : Just Pat it on!

Paris B 119 Comments

Before 2009 ended, I decided to see what all the buzz was about Hada Labo and the buzz is really centered around the Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Moisturizing Lotion – one of the top sellers in Japan. While in Japan, I saw Hada Labo sold almost everywhere from convenience shops to pharmacies and I saw quite a few girls buying it too. Definitely a popular brand.

In Asian cosmetics, “Lotion” is a moisturizing toner used after cleansing but before moisturizer. It conforms to the concept of “double moisturizing” to help preserve and add moisture in your skin after cleansing.

Now what really sold me is watching the tv ad which I showed you before and which I will append again below because I think it is adorable! Will my skin really feel so bouncy and moisturized after using this lotion? My answer is yes.

I’ve been using the Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Moisturizing Lotion for about a month now, day and night. It takes a hell of a long time to get it fully absorbed though, so its not something to use if you’re in a hurry for work in the morning. You’ll know what I mean when you see how I use it below.

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You can’t drink this: Definite Cosmetics Hydra Swiss Spa Cosmetic Water

Paris B 5 Comments

If you are following my Twitter statuses, I overheard something this morning while I was kicking my heels waiting around, that amused me so much I had to Tweet it:-

Overheard: women are like ginger – older they get the spicier lol! Thots? about 6 hours ago

Teehee… not only content with pondering about this, I pondered too on the words “Cosmetic Water” in the Definite Cosmetics Hydra Swiss Spa Cosmetic Water. I was a little puzzled when I first tried it. It did not feel like water. The lotion is light and milky looking and viscous when poured out. It wasn’t quite cosmetics too. But what it is is a moisturizing lotion that soothes the skin and helps control inflammation and sebum.

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The new Hydra Swiss Spa Cosmetic Water from Definite Cosmetics is this lotion that I’m referring to. I used this for about a month previously as a toner or after toner and I did like the effect it had on my skin. It was light, absorbed quickly without feeling sticky and helped keep my skin moist.

Definite Cosmetics says that this water helps diminish pore size and control sebum and oiliness too. I can’t quite attest to the pore size reduction because I’m already using a whole host of other products targeted at that. I do know that my foundation slides on more easily and smoother, and I found my T-zone less oily during the day. I did not shine like a beacon in the light so that is a good thing 😛

The reason I stopped using this is because I took it with me on a work trip to Penang and left in the hotel! Ah clever me – some random housekeeper in the hotel is now walking around with nice smooth skin thanks to my carelessness 😛

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That Green Juice that is Kiehl’s Alcohol Free Cucumber Herbal Toner

Paris B 16 Comments

I’d been using the Kanebo Blanchir Clear Conditioner toner for a couple of years now and its served me well. However, I was curious as to other toners out there, so when I finished my last bottle, I ran out in a daze of freedom to buy one from a different brand.

My footsteps led me to Kiehl’s and after a quick chat with the sales person, I exited the store in a daze, carrying the Kiehl’s Alcohol Free Cucumber Herbal toner. It was recommended to me as being suitable for those with normal and/or sensitive skins.

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The liquid is clear dark green – a dark vegetable green as you would get were you to puree spinach and squeeze out the juice. That sort of green. Very “un-cucumber” which is usually portrayed as clear light green or just clear.

There is a strong herbal scent that might bug some but perverse me loves it! I swear I’m addicted to the smell 😛 What I’m not quite addicted to is the toner.

It behaves well for a toner that you use to clean off residue of cleanser or dirt or makeup etc that you did not quite get clean in the shower. Its slightly astringent and tingles the skin, but it is not drying and is alcohol-free. That part I like.

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MADARA Organic Skincare : Foaming Cleanser and Deep Comfort Toner

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Early this week we were introduced to organic makeup in the form of Madara – a certified organic brand from Latvia. I had something else lined up today but I thought I’d tell you about the Madara EcoFace Organic Skincare before you go off to claim your samples this weekend 🙂 The products I was sent were the Madara Ecoface Deep Purifying Foam Cleaner and Deep Comfort Toner – the first 2 steps in any skincare regime.

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Madara Deep Purifying Foam Cleanser – RM98/150ml

Now I’m a sucker for foaming cleansers – I love the convenience because you don’t have to do the lathering up, its already done for you with a pump of the bottle. The Madara Deep Purifying Foaming Cleanser does not disappoint in this regard.

The Madara cleanser has a light flower scent which is not disturbing, and cleans the skin a treat. I use it both in the morning and evening and after about 2 weeks, I’m still liking it. I’m also happy to report that I’ve not encountered allergies to this one. Previously I had problems with other organic brands where I developed contact dermatitis after being allergic to some of the ingredients. No problems with this one! 🙂

It might seem pricey off hand but I only use 1 pump each time. From experience with similar foaming cleansers of other brands, I can expect to get 3-4 months of use from this one.

Pros: Cleans skin well, Feels gentle, Lovely soft foam

Cons: Some might consider it pricey


Ingredient list: Ingredients: Aqua, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Distillate*, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Alcohol, Glycerin*, Surcose Cocoate, Achillea Millefolium (Yarrow) Extract*, Hypericum Perforatum (St. John’s Wort) Extract*, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Camomile) Extract*
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