The Whole Enchilada : Skincare

RAES Collagen Mist would be perfect if you seek convenience

By Gaylen Kasai - Sunday, December 09, 2018

I love innovative people because they are the ones who make my life easier and here with me today I have another new product which was sent to me to review. This product is a local product which has been featured on Malaysian National TV , TV3. The RAES Collagen Mist is a soothing, hydrating mist with Hyaluronic Acid to keep our skin refreshed, moisturized and constantly renewing our skin. The main ingredients are Propolis Extract, Aloe Vera and of course Hyaluronic Acid. And RAES Collagen Mist is easy and convenient to use, all you have to do is spray it on your face when you need a pick me up. In terms of the packaging for a local made product I would give it a thumbs up! Very simple and compact. It easily fits into the handbag.

Aloe Vera has been used for many purposes since the ancient Egyptians called it the “plant of immortality.” i myself own many pure Aloe Vera gels which I use to treat burns, itches, and bites. Aloe Vera also does a great job at calming the skin. Propolis Extract on the other hand is another powerful ingredient found in the natural world. It can help reduce pigmentation, inflammatory redness, boost collagen and offers antioxidant protections from environmental aggressors like pollution, sunlight and radiation.

This is the first product that I'm reviewing which contains propolis extract. Personally, with the RAES Collagen Mist I find that my skin appears brighter, and my inflammatory red acne marks fade more quickly as propolis is known yo be gentle to the skin. I would say that this product is worth the try, but Personally I wouldn’t repurchase unless the hubs( yes Hubs use Mist instead of Moisturizer) wants to continue using this as the RAES Collagen Mist has a light fragrance which I do not really like. It has a floral smell, somewhat like Rose but not quite like it as it smell much sweeter than what a rose would smell like. RAES Collagen Mist is great for those that seek convenience, unlike myself. I would recommend this to guys as they tend to be less like us girls who enjoy our daily skincare routine so If you guys would like to try or would love to get this for your partners do check out the links below.

Raes SkinCare Instagram

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ALTHEA EXCLUSIVE: MILK PEEL CREAM MASK

By Gaylen Kasai - Tuesday, November 20, 2018

Over the years, skincare routines have become more and more complicated. From a 3 step routine it has become a 10 step routine thanks yo the influence of the korean beauty industry. I spend a lot of time on my vanity table as new Products are constantly being added to my daily list. No, I am not complaining as I find all this a luxury. The luxury of being able to sit in front of the mirror without having to rush out the door or to attend to the kids. A big hug and kiss to the hubs for this, as he will be minding the kids when I'm sitting in front of the mirror. Lol. But this doesn't happen 365 days a year, there are days and weeks where I really have to rush out the door or rush to my laptop, times like this i would have to just cut short the routine into the simplest most basic routine!

Thanks to Althea's exclusive line, I am able to cut it short without having to compromise on what's lacking. The Contour Cleanser from the Althea Bare Essential line is my Everyday cleanser, followed by the Real Fresh Skin Detoxer which is a 10 second Detoxer. Following this would be the Bare Essential Primer Water and Fixer Cream followed by the latest Althea Petal Velvet Sunaway and my most trusted and raved about Althea Petal Velvet Powder and I am good to go! So I am always excited when Althea comes up with a new Exclusive Product.

Masking before bedtime or before putting on makeup the next morning is a must for me to make sure that my skin is at her best, but sometimes 10 minutes is not what I have got to spare. The latest addition to the Althea Exclusive line is a lifesaver at times like this as all it takes is just 30-60 seconds! I am proud to introduce to you the latest Althea Exclusive, my latest obsession. The ALTHEA MILK PEEL CREAM MASK! Milk as it main ingredient, this is definitely a great product for mornings or nights! Milk is known to contain many antibacterial properties as well as Vitamin B, Calcium and Alpha Hydroxy acids. We basically grew up with this ingredient one way or another. Lol. So we know milk is good!

The Althea Milk Peel Cream Mask comes in a 50ml cute little white and blue pump bottle. This Milk Peel Cream Mask is suitable for all skin types as it has got a hypoallergenic formula which won’t irritate the skin. So if you have a allergic skin, you can use this too! Althea Milk Peel Cream Mask also contains both AHA and BHA extracts, a gentle but effective exfoliator. It is also formulated with casein protein to help revitalize and moisturize the skin. If you are like me and always worried about ‘peeling’ products because it always leave the skin dry, I can assure you that this doesn’t. I have very dry skin and I cannot afford to lose any of my skin’s natural moisture or else I will start having red patches and bumps, the Althea Milk Peel Cream only leaves me with soft, moisturized skin throughout the day.

How do you use the Althea Milk Peel Cream Mask? It is easy! Damp you skin, and apply an even layer onto the skin and massaging it into the skin till a rich lather forms. Leave it on for 30-60 seconds before rinsing away with warm water. The Althea Milk Peel Mask smells like baby powder to me and I love it! It comes out of the bottle as lightweight clay and transforms into a rich dense lather from the microbubbles which purifies and soften the skin! There will be a tingling sensation just like any other bubble mask! After using this my skin is always soft to touch and I honestly can’t keep my hand off my face even more now!

Get one and try it yourself! Did I mention that it is so affordable too? You can get the Althea Milk Peel Cream Mask at only RM36 on the Althea Website! Hurry now as there is a Free Shipping on Althea Exclusives [ yes, all the products mentioned above] ! Key in code PBSHIP upon checkout!

My Althea Exclusives Reviews

Althea Bare Essential Cleansed, Prime and Moisturize! This is a simple 3 step skincare routine that will leave your skin feeling clean and moist!

Althea Petal Velvet Powder

Review coming soon! *to be updated Althea Real Fresh Skin Detoxer

Detox your skin in just 10 second! Yes 10 seconds is all it takes

Althea Petal Velvet Sunaway

Protect your skin from the sun with this! No white cast and awful smell!

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My Take on Zephyrine. Yay or Nay?

By Gaylen Kasai - Monday, October 29, 2018

Hi Girls!! I hope everyone’s doing fine! We are already in the 4th quarter of 2018! A month ago if you guys still remember I shared about a new range called Zephyrine. Yes, the ones with numbers. I've stopped all other skincare for the past 1 month and was diligently using only Zephyrine. So let’s do a little recap and also the results after 1 month of usage.

You already know that Zephyrine is a skincare product from Taiwan which is formulated with luxurious ingredients to naturally and effectively care for our skin. Basically this product is suitable for any skin types so anyone and everyone can use this with ease and with 5 series of products which is the classic, whitening, anti - aging, moisturizing and cleansing there is something for everyone.

So I have been using Zephyrine for approximately 1 month; twice a day. It's a much easier routine compared to my usual as I stopped all my other skin care for the whole month and concentrated on this. This is how my Zephyrine Routine goes.

After I wash my face I will apply the #1 Rose Essence Treatment Lotion which replaces my toner and other rose water. Well, this Rose Essence Treatment is different from the other. Let me share something about the roses used in the Rose Essence Treatment Lotion with you. This is a special type of rose, not just any kind of rose you find at the florist. Rosa Damascena (or Damask Rose) has a long history with origins as far as Ancient Persia. The Bulgarian Rosa Damascena has over 280 components thanks to the special climate and soil it is grown in, which makes its aroma, longevity and intricacy extremely precious and desired by the most famous perfume brands in the world. These flowers are picked only once a year [ Mid-May – Early-June]and that is what makes them so precious. I have rather dry skin, so I depended a lot on products that contains hyaluronic acid. I was skeptical when I started using this and felt really funny skipping my HA Serums, but after a few days of use I realise that my skin is just as moisturized as before, not only that I also felt that after applying the essence my face isn’t sticky or oily, but felt so soft! I am sure you know that I am not a fan of essence but Zephyrine #1 Rose Essence Treatment Lotion which is selling at RM190 [Single product] has definitely made me consider adding this permanently into my routine. Would I repurchase this? Most definitely because I swear my skin is as soft as a baby’s bum.

After the essence, I will use the #4 White Truffle Repairing Cream, which aids in repairing the skin and making sure skin is moist so I use this at night which is when the skin is resting. When I started using this, I had some very stubborn scars in between my nose bridge due to acne/pimple because of my itchy hands. They are half healed and I will go picking on them again. 2 weeks into using the Truffle Repairing Cream, I realise that my acne wounds heal faster. I am not sure but I think it did, I would assume that it's because of the ingredients such as Truffle and Yeast. I will scoop a generous amount onto my palm and rub my palms together to warm the cream a little before applying it on my face to increase absorption. The #4 White Truffle Repairing Cream is very lightweight if compared to the other cream I am using so it doesn’t feel sticky At all! A month’s use has given me less oily skin [when I am outdoors] and also very moisturized skin. This product is selling at RM270 [ Single Product] on their website. A jar could last you up to 3-4 months. Would I repurchase? Yes and No, well reason being I still have so many creams at home but I might repurchase when my skin is giving

me problems on scars and hydration.

Over the month long I used 3 of Zephyrine’s #6 Placenta Extract Repairing Mask and other mask

as well because I apply mask at least 5 days a week. What I like about the Zephyrine’s #6 Placenta Extract Repairing Mask is that my skin is so much softer the next day and it last for about 3 days too. I also find my skin glowly and I realise old scars are lighter than before. I really love the fit of the mask, it's not easy for me to find a mask that actually wraps around my face nicely and Zephyrine’s 6 Placenta Extract Repairing Mask which is selling at RM90 [Single product ] did it perfect. Will I repurchase? Yes! Yes! Yes! I mad love this mask….because my face was glowly even after 3 days!

Overall I would give this product a thumbs up! This is a product that focuses on using premium ingredients and do not use alcohol, artificial colours, preservatives, does not contain heavy metal or silicone and is not tested on animals. If you like what you read you may purchase them on Zephyrine’s website and remember to check out their PROMO tab because you will find fantastic combo deals there! Follow me on my Instagram stories and Facebook stories. I do share my routines there!

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ALTHEA EXCLUSIVE: Althea’s Petal Velvet SUNAWAY ensures that your skin is protected

By Gaylen Kasai - Sunday, October 21, 2018

I love the sea and I adore beaches. Clear blue skies, bright shining sun! The perfect day for most of us! Then again it can be horrifying to some, especially those who doesn’t use sunscreen. I used to skipped sunscreen a lot, because I never found the perfect one. When I finally did, they ran out of stock! I am so glad to have receive the latest product from Althea, the ‘Petal Velvet Sunaway’. If you have been following me closely you would know that I swear by Althea’s Bare Essential and their Petal Powder! I have even done giveaways on Althea’s own products simply because I know this product will not let anyone down.

So let’s get into it! Sunscreen is a everyday MUST, and skipping it is so easy because most sunscreen tends to be greasy. I hate greasy sunscreen too which is why I always skip them back then. Girls, do not skip sunscreen. I am serious. I regretted because now I have a fair bit of dark pigments and I am doing whatever I can to keep them at bay. The human skin is the largest organ in our body and the one that we expose most too. As much as we do not like sunscreen, please do remind yourself the benefits of it and use it! The new Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway is very much similar to my favourite Vella Hydro Sun Essence.

Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway, is a lightweight invisible sunscreen which is formulated with hyaluronic acid and Damask Rose extracts so there’s no more drying out the skin like most sunscreen. The Petal Velvet Sunaway has an SPF of 50++ and PA++++, which also means that it will not absorb into the skin instead it creates a protective barrier that scatters UV Rays, so you do not need to worry anymore as your skin will be kept protected all day. This little darling also contains micro-powder particles just like the Petal Velvet Powder. These micro-powder particles will ensure that your face doesn’t get oily and it will give you a smooth complexion. Think roses petal, soft velvety and smooth. Ahh yes, this sunscreen doesn’t give you a white cast and leave you looking like a ghoul! Halloween is just around the corner so if you have any sunscreen that leaves a white cast laying around, use it this Halloween and dress up as a ghoul! Lol I think I still have a few laying around myself. The Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway, also has a hypoallergenic that won’t irritate skin so everyone can use it. I used it on my 9 year old daughter as well as I am trying to train her to use sunscreen now. Once it becomes a habit then she won’t forget them in the future. There's nothing as too early when it comes to protecting the skin. Lol. I am also purchasing another bottle forher so that I don’t have to share mine.

KEY INGREDIENTS. The Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway, contains Damask Rose extract which deeply hydrates and soothes skin irritation leaving the skin feeling healthy. Damask Rose has developed its reputation as having the most powerful and effective rose oil (Damask Rose Oil). Grown primarily for it's healing power in select areas of the world such as the "Valley of the Roses" in Bulgaria, Rosa Damascena is as rare as it is valuable. So this is one ingredient that I look for in my products. The Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway, also contains Hyaluronic acid which is known to keep the skin moisturized and prevents dehydration. Another key ingredient is the Geranium Oil, which has anti-inflammatory, cicatrisant, antiseptic and antibacterial properties, these properties are exactly why geranium essential oil can help beautify the skin.

HOW TO USE? Well, it's really simple. After cleaning your face, shake the bottle and apply it onto your face and wait for a few minutes and you can apply make up as usual. On days that you don’t feel like putting on Makeup, you can apply the Petal Velvet Powder on top of the Petal Velvet Sunaway and you are good to go. I did this and I love how my skin looks, there’s no need for BB Creams or Foundations anymore.

PACKAGING. The Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway comes in a 55 ml plastic bottle with a screw on cap to minimize spillage which is great for butter fingers like me. The consistency of the liquid is fairly light, so it won’t leave you feeling like there’s a layer of sunscreen on top of your skin. The liquid comes out white in colour but as soon as you apply onto the skin it doesn’t appear white anymore.

The Althea’s Petal Velvet Sunaway is retailing at RM 38.70 and here’s the Good News Girls, there is a special Launch Offer where you will get 10% off automatically! Or you can pair it with the Petal Velvet Powder which I have been bragging about non-stop and get 20% off both! Check it out on Althea’s Website today!

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Jayeon 자연 Facial Sheet Mask! Definately something new

By Gaylen Kasai - Saturday, October 20, 2018

Facial sheet mask has always been the staple of Asian cultures and they have become more
popular today. I love sheet masks as they are really convenient to use and also one of the quickest way for a pick me up! It's a No Mess, No Fuss Skin Care, and 20 minutes it's all it takes. Today, there are so many types and brands of sheet mask in the market, from the premium ones to the normal one. A premium sheet mask could range all the way up to RM20 per pcs and mid premium one ranges from RM4-5 per pcs. Facial mask is a everyday thing as such it can be quite costly to be using only the premium ones. I like to mix and match. Premium ones are used once a week while the rest of my facial mask are used on a everyday basis.

I was sent 3 boxes of Jayeon 자연 [pronounced as "Cha-yon"] Facial sheet mask from Korea
for review. Jayeon might be new to us but it is quite known in Korea. Jayeon focuses on providing the best of natural skin care products from top to toe affordably. Do you know what Jayeon means? It means nature and kind. Jayeon firstrelease was its Aloe Vera Gel back in 2016 and it has became a fan favourite since. Jayeon also has cleaners for men! Yay! Jayeon’s products are natural and free from paraben, alcohol, Benzophenone, Artificial Colouring, Animal Oil and Mineral Oil so rest assured that your skin is in safe hands with Jayeon. Let’s get started. There are 3 types of Facial sheet mask that was sent to me. The Raspberry Brightening Mask, Aloe Hydrating Mask, and Pearl Whitening Mask.

The Jayeon’s Raspberry Brightening Mask, with the tagline ‘Shine,Like the Whole Universe
is Yours’ is one of Jayeon’s best seller. Infused with a powerful blend of Noni, Raspberry and Aloe Vera, this mask is definitely worth its price. Raspberry is known for its brightening and antioxidant properties while Aloe Vera is a known ingredient to nurture and heal the skin. What about Noni? What is Noni? Well, Noni’s scientific name is “Morinda Citrifolia” is a fruit-bearing tree in the coffee family, Rubiaceae. [extracted from Wikipedia] Noni is great for skin as it is rich in Vitamin C. The juice of the Noni fruit has been found beneficial in treating skin problems such as acne, dark spots, pimples and dry and rough skin. This Raspberry Brightening Mask is infused with Noni [ this is the first time I am looking at this ingredient] so you will definitely be seeing great results just like I did. My skin looks brighter just after one use.

Jayeon's 'In Love with Moisture' Aloe Hydrating Mask, is the favorite of many or its hydrating properties. I have very dry skin so I focus a lot on hydrating products, as dry skin can cause more wrinkle and more wrinkles means aging faster. I do really like this mask even better than my previous one as this mask doesn’t leave my skin feeling sticky. Infused with ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Licorice, Persimmon,Mulberry, Vit B5 & E this mask has a nice fragrance to it, smells really fresh! Lol. I will surely repurchase this for my daily use.

Last but not least, the Jayeon's 'Time to Get Fairer' Pearl Whitening Mask. Do you know that Pearl extract/powder are high in antioxidant and contains amino acids, over 30 trace minerals, and a high concentration of calcium. In Chinese medicine, it is used as an anti-inflammatory and detoxification agent, and as a relaxant. Pearl Powder when used for skin boost growth of cells and firms skin as well. It also help to diminish the signs of aging and dark spots caused by the sun. Pearl powder is commonly use as a skin whitener, use this Mask 2-3 times per week and you will see whitening results. On a side note, if you have sensitive skin you might want to opt out this of use it once every 2 weeks instead as there are a few of my friends who are allergic to this ingredients.

Will I repurchase these mask? Most definitely because with such ingredients in a mask the price is really worth it. There’s no such thing as too many mask in my life! You can get this mask from 11Street [ Beauty Asia Official Store ] or directly from their website Jayeon Cosmetics. Check them out on Facebook ‘Jayeon’

Now, here's the good news! The awesome people from Jayeon is now giving 2 boxes ofMask to you! Yes my readers! All you have to do is Join the Giveaway on my Facebook [Gaylen Kasai] or Instagram [Gaylen Kasai]! There will be a total of 6 winners [ 3 from each platform ] Good Luck! See you on Facebook!

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Formula 10.0.6 Skincare Review

By Gaylen Kasai - Monday, October 01, 2018

I love new skincare as much as I love chocolates and I never say no when I have a chance to review them which is why I was rather thrilled when I was selected to review this! The FORMULA 10.0.6 SKINCARE range.

Formula 10.0.6 Skincare is an Australian Brand and It is said that the Formula 10.0.6 Skincare excels at perfecting our skin with a wide range of products that are specifically designed to promote clear and healthy skin. It was created by a chemist back in 1933, and now Formula 10.0.6 Skincare have products like cleansers and scrubs, Moisturizers, Treatments and of course Masks.

They sent me these products to put to test

So totally Clean Micellar Cleansing Water [ Cucumber + Sea Kelp ]
Total Take Away Bubble Mask [ New Product ]
Draw It All Out Peel Mask [ New Product ]

Firstly I have to give them a thumbs up for the packaging. I love how they name their products and the design is so trendy with bold letters. This packaging will surely catch my eye in the stores.

SO TOTALLY CLEAN Micellar Cleansing Water is a water-based solution that contains cucumber, sea kelp and chamomile. This product is alcohol free so there is no need to worry about it drying your skin. I personally try to avoid products that contain alcohol because I have rather dry skin and I find that products that contains alcohol dries them more causing minor breakouts.

How to Use • Pour a 50 cent coin size onto your cotton pad and wipe over your face. Repeat with new cotton pads and until the cotton pad is clean. Sometimes when I am getting a little bit lazy, I just pour it into my palms and go over my face.

Packaging • Comes in a 200ml Plastic Bottle

Key Ingredients • Cucumber • Sea Kelp • Chamomile • Witch Hazel • Lavender + Fennel

My Experience• I noticed that my skin is shinier after about a week and definitely feels refreshed and cleaner after each use, they seem less oily too throughout the day. I also like the fact that this product doesn’t have a strong smell of cucumber since cucumber is one of its main ingredients. I am not a fan of vegetables, so I don’t really like anything that smells like it.

Price • RM39.90

Next is the TOTAL TAKE AWAY BUBBLE MASK which is their new product. Bubble Mask has been the in thing for quite sometime now. These bubble mask is applied on like regular cream and within seconds they magically start bubbling. They feel tingly and look funny. Insta Worthy most definitely but how do they actually benefit our skin? Well, these bubbling oxygenated mask is similar to carbonated soda water. Think Coke or Pepsi. These masks contains an ingredients called perfluorocarbons which dissolve oxygen gas like how water dissolves carbon dioxide gas to make soda. Oxygen gas is pumped into the liquid mas under pressure and them sealed into pressurized packaging [ if the mask is thick enough, pressure is not required] This explains why when you apply the mask in a thin layer the trapped oxygen slowly turns back into gas like bubbles escaping from a coke, however these doesn’t pop but forms a foam instead as Mask contains foaming ingredients. So, Formula 10.0.6 Total Take Away Bubble Mask contains Rhassoul Clay and it cleans your pores while the Green Tea acts as and antioxidant and these can awaken dull and tired skin.

How to Use • Apply all over face and leave for 5 minutes and wash with warm water.

Packaging • Comes in a 75ml Pump Bottle. Do note that it can be a little difficult to pump the first time due to the pressure in the tube. This bubble mask is not as thick as previous ones I have use which explains why It is pressurized. I prefer this compared to the thicker ones.

Key Ingredients • Kaolin • Bentonite • Rhassoul Clay• Green Tea• Natural Moisturizing Ingredient derived from Sugar Beet Molasses

My Experience • Cool huh? Well, I used bubbling mask 2 times a week just because I feel that it delivers extra oxygen to my skin - which is required for the production of collagen. I have also read that oxygen kill acne-causing bacteria, calms current breakout and stops future ones. I always feel that my skin is cleaner after a Oxygen Mask because they sees to be able to bubble their way into my pores and foam up pushing out dirt and stuff which is why my skin do appear brighter after each use.

Price • RM49.90

Another new product is the DRAW IT ALL OUT PEEL MASK which works like a magnet to attract and bind dirt that has been clogged deep within our pores. Bamboo Charcoal and wild plum works to quickly give your skin a detox session and gently exfoliates drawing out all the impurities. Ingredients such as Wild Plum fruit which is a mix of three different Australia plums helps to nourish, moisturize and invigorate your skin.

How to Use • Apply all over face and leave for 15 minutes and peel off from the bottom up.

Packaging • Comes in a 100ml tube which is easy to dispense, rather lightweight as it was really easy to apply.

Key Ingredients • Bamboo Charcoal • Wild Plum Fruit Complex • Natural Moisturizing Ingredient derived from Sugar Beet Molasses

My Experience • It is really easy to apply and this mask left a silky smooth feeling, altho I don’t see much dirt. I am not sure if its because my skin is clean or they mask did not help in picking up dirt. The best part about this Peel Off mask was that there was totally no pain when peeling off. I am not sure if this is good, because maybe all those hard to peel off one's actually pulls out dirt but this was definitely painless to peel.

Price • RM39.90

If your would love to give these product a trial, you can get them at the places below!

WATSONS ONLINE at https://goo.gl/W18pA4
Selected Watsons store list https://goo.gl/auMA1u
LUXOR BEAUTY WORLD OFFICIAL STORE http://bit.ly/2AoY938
ASTRO GO SHOP http://www.goshop.com.my
LAZADA http://bit.ly/2vxHWUB

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RAES Collagen Mist would be perfect if you seek convenience

ALTHEA EXCLUSIVE: MILK PEEL CREAM MASK

My Take on Zephyrine. Yay or Nay?

ALTHEA EXCLUSIVE: Althea’s Petal Velvet SUNAWAY ensures that your skin is protected

Jayeon 자연 Facial Sheet Mask! Definately something new

Formula 10.0.6 Skincare Review

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