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PHS HAIRSCIENCE® ADV Soothe Range x Sample Store

2020-01-09T18:49:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone!

I'm finally back on this blog after shifting to a domain, but I failed to keep that alive!

For those that do not know, I have been flying as a cabin crew for almost 5 years,

and life has been hectic but amazing in the past 5 years.

However, as a cabin crew, I have also had some problems that came up due to the constant jet setting, the long hours of work, the radiation, and even the basic idea of wearing makeup & having my hair doused with hairspray on a daily basis.

Some months ago, I started noticing that my hair was becoming more sparse
(especially the crown area),

and the hair fall volume was just massive.

And yes, I panicked.

I finally caved and went in to see a specialist at a salon and had my scalp analysed.

It was only then that I finally understood the importance of a healthy scalp.

For my whole life, I was focused on having shiny, smooth hair, without a care for my scalp health.

AND YET, THE ONLY WAY TO HAVING SHINY, STRONG HAIR WAS TO TAKE CARE OF MY SCALP FIRST!!!

When Sample Store approached me to review this haircare range, I simply jumped at it!

PHS HAIRSCIENCE® has been a well known brand that I have heard of, but never tried.

And this was the perfect opportunity to!

I received the PHS HAIRSCIENCE® ADV Soothe Range that is suitable for dry and even the most sensitive scalp, and it is engineered for both MEN & WOMEN!

(No more buying separate shampoos for your other half & yourself! One bottle is all you need!)

I was excited to try the range out, and boy, I was simply blown away!

The very first hair washing experience with the Soothe shampoo, was simply a dream.

I came back home after a tiring long flight, and all I wanted to do that very moment was to be in a hot shower, to get my hair down and my makeup removed.

I had little or no expectations of using a scalp shampoo as I have previously been using the Aveda Invati range, and there was simply not much sensation on my scalp.

However, the Soothe shampoo had a cooling, minty sensation that was just mind blowing!

My scalp was instantly energised and refreshed!

The shampoo cleansed the hair spray out of my hair with no difficulty or residue left, and no dryness was felt on both my scalp and my hair.

Definitely suitable for dry scalp like mine!

Now, let's talk more about the products.

PHS HAIRSCIENCE® ADV Soothe Shampoo 200ml ($48)/ 1000ml ($210)

The Soothe shampoo comes with a pump that is easy to use and disperses the right amount of product.

It gently cleanses without stripping off the scalp's natural protective barrier,

soothes and calms irritations, and even strengthens to scalp's natural resistance!

Do you know, that our skin on the face, is very much alike to the scalp?

Damaging the natural protective barrier on both our skin and scalp, spells nothing but disaster.

In an attempt to wash off the dirt and grime of the day in humid Singapore,

many of us tend to think that a more potent dosage or formula for a shampoo, would mean a deeper or better cleanse.

However, this is absolutely wrong!

Therefore, the PHS HAIRSCIENCE® ADV Soothe Shampoo is the perfect scalp shampoo for anybody that wishes to have not only a good cleanse but to give our scalp the best preventive treatment.

KEY INGREDIENTS:

RICE STEM CELLS - Promotes scalp circulation

JASMINE EXTRACT- Antiseptic & anti-inflammatory

GREEN TEA LEAF EXTRACT- prevents oxidative damage that causes scalp irritation

PHS HAIRSCIENCE® ADV Nutrition Conditioner 200ml ($48)

After a good scalp cleanse, one cannot forget to nourish the ends of our hair.

The Nutrition Conditioner is an effective everyday hydrator that leave hair silky, soft, vibrant, shiny and healthy.

Now, who doesn't want that?

I love how the conditioner also has a slight cooling and refreshing sensation when applied, which makes the whole experience so sensorial.

It does not weigh down on your hair, and is not oily.

The PERFECT conditioner for everyday use!

PHS HAIRSCIENCE® Soothe Tonic 100ml ($108)

For many people, using a hair tonic in their hair care regime is not a common thing to do.

Some of us are ignorant of how beneficial it is to our scalp, and some (like the old me) are just too darn lazy. :p

The PHS HAIRSCIENCE® Soothe Tonic is something that I now enjoy using as the last step after a hair wash. It has a spray nozzle that helps to disperse the product on the scalp's surface so easily, that seriously, anybody can do it.

Its healing and restorative properties offers immediate relief to itching, redness or even swelling.

It also restores balance to sensitised scalp, and enhances the scalp's immune system so as to fight any inflammation.

KEY INGREDIENTS:

LOTUS STEM CELLS- Heals & Strengthens hair follicles

ROSEMARY EXTRACT- Improves blood circulation

- Anti-bacterial & Anti-inflammatory

JAPANESE PEPPER FRUIT EXTRACT- Healing and antibiotic properties

For those that are concerned with the ingredients in these range, fret not, as the products contain stem cells made with a high concentration of botanical essences and do not contain harmful additives like parabens, mineral oils or benzophenone.

(You can definitely use the range with a peace of mind!)

So after introducing the PHS HAIRSCIENCE® Soothe Range to my readers,

Sample Store was kind enough to extend free samples of this range to you guys!

You can redeem your free ADV Soothr Shampoo & Tonic at the following link:

Free Samples!

Till next time,

I'm wishing all of you, a Happy New Year, and great hair days always!

xoxo

Haul (I) January to March 2015!

2015-03-19T03:51:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone!

I know I've been missing in action for too long a period of time.

& I will explain my reason why in time to come,

but for now..

How would you like to see some hauls that I have purchased over the last few months?

Let's dig in!

Some MAC goodies that I purchased with the courtesy of a Sephora Voucher.

As most of my followers might know, I'm a pretty big fan of MAC,

whether it is their blushers, highlighters, or lipsticks.

I have about 20 lipsticks from just MAC alone, & I seriously love the colour range.

Featured: MAC Blusher in Dolly Mix

MAC Paint Pot in Perky

MAC lipstick in Brave & Speak Louder

I have only tried the lipsticks & the paint pot from this purchase,

& I've got to say that I love them.

The paint pot gives a slightly salmon pink shade when applied to the lids,

which was just what I needed to counteract my discoloured/darkened eyelids.

It help to brighten the eye socket area up, and also kept my eye shadows in place for as long as I needed.

Lipstick wise, I love Brave for an everyday natural lip colour.

It has a slight pink/peach to it, which doesn't make me look washed out or dead.

The perfect "Your Lips But Better (YLBB)" for me!

I'm not sure if this baby is already in the SG market, or specifically in our Sephora.

But I received this about 2 months ago from my girlfriend, Joresar.

She bought this while she was in the States, and it is an absolute best buy.

I suffer from dry to normal skin.

Nothing flaky, or disgusting, but just the random tightness on the skin.

Therefore, this primer was a god send to me.

I felt that the smell was amazing, just like how it smells like on a tropical beach,

with beautiful coconut trees everywhere.

The coconut smell is pretty strong, so for those who dislike scents,

you might want to skip this.

I also absolutely love the ingredients.

Coconut water, electrolytes, and just everything good and hydrating plus rejuvenating for the skin,

sign me up!

It applied smoothly, leaving a slight dewy velvet texture.

Nothing too heavy, or greasy, and it preps the skin well for makeup application.

Makeup/foundation glides on fully, and skin feels nourished throughout the day.

Another purchase made only possible with Sephora/MAC vouchers from my friend, Emerson.

He gifted me a $200 voucher for my birthday, and I went a little cray at MAC.

Yes, $200 can get you some real good goodies, but maybe not as much as I expected.

Cos' girl, MAC ain't cheap..

Featured: MAC Prep & Prime Radiant Light Highlighter

MAC Miley Cyrus Viva Glam Lipstick

MAC Fix+

MAC Peachykeen Blusher (a repurchase, cos I'm running out of mine- MY HOLY GRAIL!)

MAC Prolong Wear Eyeliner in Black (a repurchase)

& finally, the most beautiful collection from MAC that I have gotten my hands on.

The MAC Toledo Collection!

Featured: MAC Oxblood Lip Glass

MAC Oxblood Matte Lipstick

MAC Ombre blusher in Ripe Peach & Kindergarten Red

Have yet to lay hands on any of this goodies from the Toledo collection,

cos they are all such beauties..

I WILL, SOON!!

Philosophy Microdelivery Peel Set (RTP: SGD$100)

I was lucky enough to get this product at 50% off for my birthday month,

and I must say that it is damn worth it.

I have used this treatment twice in the past 2 weeks, & have been loving it since.

The scrub is super gritty, yet still gentle on my delicate skin.

I massage the gritty crystals on my clean, dry face for about a minute,

concentrating on my problem areas like my cheeks & pigmented areas.

Followed by adding a teaspoon of the liquid and massaging it into the skin, on top of the crystals.

(warm sensation is a common occurrence, do not panic!)

After leaving it on for about 3 minutes, I wash it off with water.

& TADAH~ my skin is left beautiful, super baby soft, smooth & SO SO much brighter!

Perfect for an every week session of pampering,

or just before important occasions like a wedding, photo shoot, or even an interview!

I'm sorry that I haven't had the time to draft out blog posts like how I used to do..

I am however still very active on my Instagram on a daily basis!

So, feel free to follow me there! (@clarabeltan)

Till the next long awaited blog post,

xoxo!

Empties (II): January 2015!

2015-02-11T06:54:00.002+08:00

It's finally February!!

A month that I have always loved, as it is my birthday month!

In the recent month or two, I have began a new job,

and am also awaiting a big dream job (currently in progress).

More news will be announced once I have settled all details,

so stay tuned to find out what I've been busy with.

For the 2nd Empties post. I would say that I have gone through a lot of products.

I've been trying to tighten my purse strings, to finish up my existing "STOCK" of prducts,

lying around at home.

I will be honest that, I have got products to last me years- both body care, skincare & makeup.

(guilty face)

An empties post have always been my favourite to read, as it really shows what products are good.

If they ain't, I won't bother using it.

& also, it gives me a really good & decent time frame to test out the products.

So here's what I have finished using, & what I love & maybe dislike too.

#1. SK2 Aura Essence (Serum)

I have recently become a serum junkie,
with about 8 serums loaded up in my stockpile, waiting for their turn to be used.
But why are serums my favourite?
Or why are they even important in my skincare regime?

Well, serums are generally power packed ingredients that are targetted at different skin issues.
There are serums for whitening, brightening, hydration, anti-aging etc.
& they are the one step that have really increased the efficacy of my skincare regime.

The SK-II Cellumination Aura Essence is an expensive product.
Although you can get it slightly cheaper at Duty Free Shops, or online,
it is still a pricey investment.
But I would say it is more than worth the money.

I have naturally dull and tan skin, and I have always hated it.
Therefore, when I first started using serums, brightening was my main purpose.
& boy oh boy did the SK-II Aura Essence did wonders.
It is potent & heavy duty, that brought about improvements almost immediately.
However, start off slow would be my advise, as I experienced dry skin & peeling at the start.
& how much do I love this product you may ask?
Well, I am already on my 2nd bottle.

The serum is thicker than most serums I have used, a creamy texture to be exact.
Slightly heavy on the skin.
But well, if it works, I don't care about how heavy or thick it is.

#2. Caudalie Beauty Elixir
My 3rd bottle as of yet.
Simply love this facial mist as it does give you dewy & fresh skin.
I often use this to refresh my makeup, or give a little spritz when my skin is feeling or looking lacklustre.
But yes, the expensive price tag to this bottle is the only reason why I would only use it for important occassions.

Slightly alcohol in nature, but does not strip the skin of its natural oils etc.
Refreshing, and just a wonder product.
It is possibly that kind of product where you absolutely love it, but can't put a finger to it.

#3. Vitamin Science Vit B Hydrating Serum
http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/11/first-impressions-vitamin-science.html

You can read my full review on the Vitamin Science range that I tried,
credits to Luxola SG.

What I love about this serum is that it is super lightweight,
thus perfect for applying under makeup etc.
I love how easily my skin drinks the serum up, leaving it hydrated for the rest of the day.
A perfect serum if your main concern is on hydration.

#4. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsule Serum

I have recently been on a serum kick, as mentioned above.
& this was a gift from Elizabeth Arden while I was at one of their events.
I have purchased with my own money, another serum of theirs but have yet to try it.
However, when I first saw this serum in a capsule,
I immediately thought how inappropriate it would be for my skin.
Somehow it brought across the message that it was too strong or potent,
and definitely suited for more aging skin.
But, I decided to give it a go, & now I can't look back..

This serum is unique in the sense that it has a more oily texture to it.
However, the oil is easily absorbed into my skin within 2 minutes,
leaving it smooth, hydrated and just beautiful.
With this serum, I have finally seen a brighter side to my skin.
I have noticed a vast difference, as my skin looks more glowy, fresh & just more radiant.
& I am already on my 2nd set of sample size thanks to my girlfriend Ena,
who knows how much I love this product, & gave hers to me.

Definitely will repurchase this in the full size!
& I must admit, I am loving this serum more than the 2 I mentioned above.

#5. Biotherm Life Plankton Essence

The Biotherm Life Plankton Essence was launched in year 2014,
and I grabbed it while Sephora was doing a promotion,
after hearing other beauty bloggers & friends like Vinna that spoke highly of it.

For me, I didn't mind the cloudiness or milkiness of the formula.
However some people were more wary of the name itself.
Plankton? Life?

I found the product to be decently good, though a little stingy for my skin at the start.
But it was a joy applying it on after my toner, as a pre-serum booster.
A pre-serum booster is something like a toner, but provides better absorption for the products lathered on after.
Therefore, bringing you more efficacy in your skincare regime.
It also acts as a skin treatment that gives hydration to the skin.
All in all, a definite good product that can be added to your skincare regime.

#6. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask

I would say that the FAB Instant Repair Oatmeal Mask is one product that I have repurchased time and time again.
& guess what? It is forever sold out in our local Sephoras..
Therefore, I have even ordered it online on websites like beautybay.com especially when there are sales, & just literally stock them up.
(I have 2 instocks now)

This product has been featured time and time again on my blog.
And I love it for how great and affordable it is.
I often use this after my mud masks or clay masks like the Glamglow Youth Mud,
to restore moisture into my dry skin.
It is an easy way to soothe skin, & definitely suitable for all skin types, even dry skin.

It is comparable to Lush's Oatmeal Mask, but however does not have a short expiry date like the Lush ones. & definitely way more affordable for its size.
So if you are looking for a good calming, moisturising, gentle mask, this is the perfect one.

#7. SK-II Facial Treatment Gentle Cleansing Cream

I have gotten this recently in the deluxe sample size,
when I repurchased the Sk-II Facial Treatment Essence.
& I really did like it.
I have always believed in double cleansing, when it comes to removing my makeup.
Therefore, after removing my makeup with wipes, I will then proceed to slather this product on.
It helps to remove any traces of makeup or impurities left,
leaving my skin fresh & clean.

However, I will not repurchase this product as I do not think it is a necessity or must have.
I have however been loving the Clinique's version of the Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm,
as I feel it is stronger and more potent to be used on its own.

#8. Konjac Sponge by the Konjac Sponge Company

Konjac sponges have been the new rave about, after the Clarisonic & Luna was introduced.
Like both of the other mechanical tools, the Konjac sponge is a simplified version.
It originates from Japan, and is made from the root of the Konjac plant.

Introduced in the year 2014, I started trying out the product itself after hearing much good reviews, and coverage by websites and other beauty bloggers.
Feel free to read the article by Refinery 29 here-
http://www.refinery29.com/2014/01/59896/konjac-sponge#slide

Generally what this Konjac sponge does is to give you a better cleanse, than using our own hands.
It dislodges makeup, impurities, blackheads etc more efficiently.
I have since tried 2 kinds, the original & the Pink French Clay (for sensitive skin).
& I would say I like using it on an everyday basis, as it is less harsh on the skin,
as compared to the Clarisonic etc.
As a loyal fan of the Clarisonic, I would not say that this product replaces it.
However, it is a better option when used daily,
while the Clarisonic is used about 3 times a week on my end.

#9. Caudalie Graoe Water Facial Mist
My replacement for the Caudalie Beauty Elixir when it gets too expensive to mist on,
on a daily basis.
With less potency than the beauty elixir, this grape water mist is a good alternative,
if you are looking to add a little hydration to your skin.
I use this once I am out of the shower, and let it dry on its own.
I absolutely love both the product and the nozzle,
as it spritz out product evenly and very finely onto the skin.

Affordable, and decently good.

#10. Sephora Instant Depuffing Eye Mask
http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2015/01/december-beauty-favourites-2014.html

As featured on my December Beauty Favourites,
this product is one of my favourite eye masks.
However, the pricey tag to it means that I only use this product a few times a year.
At $10 for one sheet/session, this product does deliver good results.

It gives you awake, depuffed and refreshed eyes.
& somehow aids in my sleeping process, as once I put it on, I fall asleep almost instantly.
If you are looking for a good eye mask to pamper your tired eyes, this is the best that you can get.

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I have come to an end of my Empties (II).
And I would like to apologise to my readers, if I have not been updating regularly.
As to be honest, I am going on a different path in life as of now & a few months later.
2015 has started off on a good start, and I might have a new career path soon.
Therefore, I would admit that I have sidetracked.
Do forgive me, and do check back often, as I promise to posts as frequent as I can.

Beauty, skincare, and makeup is my passion, and I will not give it up.
So do follow me on my Instagram (@clarabeltan) as I do post everyday!

Until next time,
xoxo @clarabeltan

(Sponsored) Lush Aesthetics LED Teeth Whitening- Pearly White Teeth!

2015-01-21T16:38:00.003+08:00

Sorry for the long hiatus for about 2 weeks.

I was having a bout of writers' block & somehow lost my momentum.

But I'm back & I have some exciting news coming up!

But first, my review on Lush Aesthetics' LED Teeth Whitening!!

Lush Aesthetics is not a new name in the beauty industry.

They are well known for their facials, hair removal services & their teeth whitening services.

I have been pretty conscious about having a nice set of pearly whites since I was young.

I am a smoker (yes, I am letting you know this now), & also an avid coffee & alcohol drinker.

My teeth are something I am not very proud of cos' I have quite stained teeth.

When Lush Aesthetics contacted me regarding a Teeth Whitening review,

I immediately jumped on it.

I seriously would...

Why is it important to have pearly white teeth?

Well, I guess like what they usually say..

A good, beautiful, wide smile, can make someone's day, better.

But imagine what a set of disgustingly yellow stained teeth can only do?

(faint, maybe?)

So I was first briefed by the consultant and she took a good look at my teeth.

I have severe cigarette staining & also some brownish stains, closer to my gums.

I was then briefed that I was going to do a Peroxide treatment, 2 sessions of 20 mins.

(44% concentration)

Then I was brought to this small little room.

Small, but cosy, & temperature just right!

View from where I was lying..

So comfy (:

Oh, and did I mention how nice their staff were?

They were polite, kind, reassuring & super sweet.

She gave me a bell to ring if I needed anything, & checked on me every 5 minutes.

I have attached some photos of my session.

Beware, not a pretty sight!

You have been warned..

Notice the brown stains in between my teeth & also the gum area..

Yes, this was what I had to put on while I was prepping for the treatment.

I have not seen my mouth so wide open before..

Gums well protected with this blue cream.

Goggles are a must to protect you during the LED Treatment.

(Don't I just look gorgeous? NOT.)

& of course, the after treatment images.

The whole process was quite pleasant.

Other than the fact that I had to swallow my saliva cautiously,

else you'd swallow the gel/peroxide..

I did however swallow some of the gel by accident, & I'm still alive!

So it's nothing much...

Also, I felt no discomfort throughout the LED Treatment.

But a little numbness was felt right after the treatment had ended.

Nothing big, not much of fuss.

But yes, do observe to avoid smoking, drinking caffeine, carbonated drinks or colourful food,

like Curry, TomYam & Chilli, for at least 3 days odd.

Else, the effects won't be that pronounced.

A Comparison!

Both pictures were taken with the same lighting conditions, with no Photoshop whatsoever.

I am too lazy for Photoshop, so trust me, these photos are real.

According to the teeth chart, I was down 6 shades, and my staining was visibly gone.

Now, all I have to do is to keep them that way, & maybe go for a 2nd follow up in a few months.

For those interested,

the Peroxide-free LED Whitening Treatment is going at $188 ONLY!

The no peroxide treatment is well suited for non smokers, or people with no stains on their teeth.

However, if you have stained teeth, a more effective treatment would be the one which has peroxide.

(Price: $500+, but note that dental clinics are doing the same procedure at twice the price!)

Feel free to visit Lush Aesthetics' Facebook Page for more details of their current promotions!!

Lush Aesthetics Orchard

19 Tanglin Road, Tanglin Shopping Centre, #06-11

6737 4964

December Beauty Favourites 2014!!

2015-01-06T17:23:00.002+08:00

Merry Christmas & an early Happy New Year to all of you!

It is the end of December, and also the end of the year 2014!

This marks the end of a good year for me, with many ups & downs,

but a generally good one for me.

I hope it is the same for you, & that 2015 would be a better, smoother year for all of us!

Today's post will be dedicated to the new products that I've been loving,

in the month of December.

Expect new things & maybe a few old goodies that never fail to disappoint me.

December Favourites 2014

#1. Guerlain Meteorites Perles, Light Diffusing Perfecting Primer

This product is a new love of mine.
I first bought this while I was in Paris for my graduation trip.
I bought it on a whim,
as I have always been someone who is obsessed with anything that makes me glow with radiance.
(Thanks to my dull & sallow skin.)

This product is ridiculously expensive, just like all the other Guerlain products.
(USD $73 on Sephora's website!)
But, they really do deliver and are super luxurious.
If you have the budget, and looking for a good primer (especially for dry to normal skin),
do give this a go.

The shimmers in it are so fine and no, you won't look like a disco ball, I promise.
Instead, you will have a beautiful glow/sheen when sunlight or light hit your face.
I use this for important events like a date night out, a party event,
just any important and high profile events.
Yes, because every pump is way too expensive.
The primer provides not only a glow, but also some subtle moisture.
It smoothens out the skin texture, and foundation is then applied on so smoothly!
Luxurious feeling at its best-

#2. NARS Lipstick in Niagara

This lipstick favourite came as a total surprise.
I got this as a gift from A a few months back, on a random note.
And at that time, the NARS Audacious lipsticks had just launched in Singapore.
& to be honest, I was upset that A didn't get the NARS Audacious lipsticks instead,
(You know how much I love those..)

But, it has since been my daily go to lip colour,
especially when I have light makeup on, or just couldn't decide on which lipstick to use.
It has a slight coral & peachy tone to it, with a light sheen.
Not matte, or drying, and provides subtle & sufficient moisture.
Wear time is limited to a good 2 hours or so, and requires frequent touch up.
But for the colour, I will be willing to touch up throughout the day.

#3. NARS Audacious Lipstick in Greta

How can I forget my holy grail status lipsticks from the NARS Audacious Collection?
I have recently gotten myself a total of 4 shades from the collection,
& I want more.
Period.

The formulas of this lipsticks are simply out of this world.
They last a super long time, & the wearing off is nothing but beautiful.
Fret not that your lipstick will be patchy & disgusting.
The moisture level in this lipstick is highly sufficient & does not dry out lips, AT ALL!

The packaging of this is so sleek & chic.
A simple black packaging with sufficient weight to it.
& a magnetic clasp.
Something about that magnetic closure, makes me gasp in excitement.

Greta was the 2nd shade I got from the NARS Audacious Collection.
It is a slight blue toned, fuschia pink, that is bright but not neon bright.
With one swipe, the pigmentation is fabulous.
No need to go back and forth on your lips at all.
Applies like a dream, that is what it is.

#4. MAC Peachykeen (ol' favourite)

MAC's Peachykeen is the first blusher that I have hit pan on.
Yes, that says alot.
This is my everyday blush colour.
Regardless if I have light makeup on, a full face of makeup for a night out,
this is my go to blush.

It is a beautiful peachy pink, with a sheen to it.
With this blusher, you can definitely skip the highlighter, and just go to town with it.
I apply this with my Real Techniques contour brush for a more specific area kind of application.
& the lasting power of this is pretty deccent too.
No need for touch ups if you are out for about 4 to 5 hours.

A definite repurchase once I am done with it.
A big shout out to Alif, from Ion Singapore's MAC counter.
A splendid recommendation I would say as it suits my medium skin tone to a T.

#5. Inglot Gel Eyeliner in no. 77

This eyeliner needs no introduction.
Before Inglot arrived at the shores of Singapore,
I have already heard so much about this eyeliner.
It is a much loved product by Make Up Artisites (MUA) & also Makeup Junkies.
& how could I miss out on this?
I got mine on a random short trip to KL, & this is what I have been using for the past few months.
With an angled eyeliner brush, or just any small eyeliner brushers,
this Inglot Gel Eyeliner can give you the best cat eyes within a second.

Super matte in formula once it dries & sets, & it doesn't budge.
Love this to death especially for beach parties, or just a long night out.

#6. Toofaced Shadow Insurance Eyelid Primer

Prior to this, I was using the Milani Eyeshadow Primer, and also the Zoeva Matte Eye Primer.
But somehow, I feel that it dries out the skin on my lids ever too often,
and the recovery process for that requires days & sometimes a week even.
So when I finally got to try the Toofaced Shadow Insurance,
I was blown away.

I love how the texture is creamy, yet light, and not drying.
It applies easily, therefore reduces any tugging on my eyelids.
& this is a super important feature to prevent any wrinkles on our eyelids.

#7. Toofaced Chocolate Bar Palette

The Toofaced Chocolate Bar Palette.
Every girl knows about this palette, and loves how it smells of Cocoa.
I am one of them too.
Just months ago,
I got this online from Beautybay.com as Singapore was out of this at that time.

The colour selection range from a pastel light pink, a plum colour, & other darker shades.
I use Salted Caramel for my everyday crease colour- a simple subtle warm brown.
& also, Marzipan which is a beautiful glittery, light champagne colour-
perfect for a natural look and an overall eyelid colour.

However, as the palette is made of Cocoa powder,
it is slightly more fragile & crumbles easily.
Avoid using a wet brush or any setting spray on your brushes,
as it causes a clump in the eyeshadow palette.

#8. Urban Decay Naked 2 Eyeshadow Palette

I revisited this palette which I have gotten about 2 years ago, just recently.
Thanks to Vivianna & Lily Pebbles who love the shade Half-Baked.
Since the Naked 2 palette has it too, I decided to give it a go.
It gives the most beautiful glittery gold eyeshadow colour.
Pigmentation & wear time super decent.
Fall out for me is kept at a minimal as I often pat my brush a few times after dipping it in the palette.

I am also enjoying Chopper, which is a beautiful glittery warm brown colour.
The Naked 2 eyeshadows are pigmented, easy to blend, and creamy.

#9. Cle De Peau Teint Natural Fluide Foundation in B20

My current holy grail foundation that is on the luxury side.
It costs about $175 for a bottle.
But wwhat it gives in return, is pure magic & tons of compliments.

B20 has a pinky teint that provides a radiant glow.
Something I desperately need.
The wear of this product is amazing, and lasts for hours without having patches or any disllodging.
Coverage for this CDP Foundation ranges around the light to medium coverage,
but definitely buildable.
It gives a flawless finish with the Beauty Blender, & makes my skin look awake, hydrated & just beautiful.
I have gotten tons of compliments while wearing this foundation.
Though expensive, I think it is worth an investment, if you are looking for a luxury foundation.

A good base makeup, is everything.

#9. Dr Lee Ji Ham O2 Brightening Mask

This is my favourite brightening mask currently.
It is a thick fluid form that applies smoothly on the skin.
Upon contact with the skin, it becomes bubbles.
& fluffy bubbles starts to form after a few seconds.
After leaving it on for about 2 minutes, it can be easily washed off,
revealing more radiant skin.

However this product does not make you fairer or whiter.
It just allows more of your true skin radiance to peek through.
Good for a pick me up kind of treatment.

#10. Sephora Better Than A Nap Eye Mask

The Sephora Better Than A Nap Eye Mask was a favourite of mine since Sephora opened in Singapore.
However, they are super pricey, at $10 per piece/ one usage.
Therefore, I only get them when I have a 10% or even better discount.

It contains an eye mask that is only valid for one usage.
It is a gel like eye mask that is cooling to the eye area, & after 20 mminutes,
you will definitely feel refreshed, awake & the eye area plump & rejuvenated.
If you are preparing for a big day, like a big event or a wedding even,
try this out!

Just put it on for about 20 minutes while you rest your eyes,
& you will wake up feeling superb.
Not much done for my very dark eye circles, but I have felt a good difference in the eye area.
Supple, hydrated & refreshed.

That is all for now!
A 2014 Favourites blog post will be up very soon!

In the meantime,
Happy New Year & xoxo.
@clarabeltan

My All-Nighter Rescue Kit!

2014-12-26T06:00:00.001+08:00

Don't we all have those kind of days, where we just couldn't get enough sleep?

For whatever reasons,

be it partying, working, insomnia, or just being a new mummy..

We all want to look fresh and awake, while dragging our feet around for a new day ahead.

Here are my favourite products to use when I need to fake that well-rested look-
Especially during this festive season where I am out partying with friends through the night!

#1. Philosophy Purity Facial Cleanser

Also featured in my TOP 4 Favourite Cleansers

My easy, holy grail status cleansr, that is an all-in-one product.

It does not only cleanse, but also tones & moisturises.

Perfect for those that are often late for work due to oversleeping.

A good cleanser in the morning is the perfect solution for a clean & fresh face.

Not only will you leave any residue like makeup & eye gunk (eww) from your face,

you will look fresh & awake.

& trust me, when your skin looks good, you will feel good too!

This is one product that I have personally introduced to my close friends & family,
& everyone loves it as much as I do!!

#2. SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

Also featured in my July'14 Favourites!

For those with some extra time to do the full range of skincare line up,

the SK2 Facial Treatment Essence is another of my holy grail product.

I use the FTE as a toner, to remove any impurities, balance out the pH level of my skin,

& also to prep my skin for the day ahead, with or without makeup.

It provides subtle hydration & always leaves my skin clean & fresh.

I always include the SK-II FTE in my daily makeup routine.
I love how it preps my skin for my makeup,
and also reduces any form of sensitivity.
As I don't have a problem with acne, but rather. dry skin,
I often have some dry and irritated patches just right above my lips.
I will use the FTE especially around that area to soothe the skin,
and makeup is applied beautifully on top of it later, also reducing the dryness & itch.

#3. Origins Gin-Zing Range

Origins products are pretty amazing.

The Gin-Zing range was formulated specially for those important moments when you need a little,
(or maybe huge) perk me up!

It contains caffeine & other ingredients that helps to brighten, refresh & restore radiance in the skin.

Since I don't own the entire range of Origins Gin-Zing products,

I use the Origins Gin-Zing masks once or twice a week to awaken my dull skin.
My skin often feels supple, refreshed & moisturised.

(Read more here for my First Impressions of the GinZing Mask)

#4. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard

I love a good concealer that not only cover my dark eye circles,
but also doesn't crease or settle into my fine lines.
What's ,more is that this concealer is light on the undereyes but provides a solid, full coverage!

After having tried about at least 10 different brands of concealers,
the NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer really does lift up to its name as a cult favourite!
Not only is it not drying under your eyes, but it doesn't crease & last for a decent amount of time.
Total HOLY GRAIL!!

When choosing a concealer, I love to use ones that are a shade or two lighter,
as it also helps to highlight the under eye area,
making your face look more structured & 3 dimensional!!
If you need an extra boost, try a concealer that has a slight pink salmon tone,
cos the colour just counteracts any blueish-black undertones in the undereye region.

#5. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder & Blusher

To avoid looking sallow & dead,
invest in a good highlighting product.
Regardless if it is a highlighting powder, or even a blusher.
You will be amazed at the difference it makes, when your skin looks radiant & glowy,
especially under the Sun.

The Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powders are crazily amazing.
You will definitely be blown away by how finely milled the powders are.
So that means, definitely no caking or cake face situations.
The powder does not give you a sheen or glitter.
It just gives you a pretty glowy complexion, without the drama discoball look-a-like glitters.

For an all-over face powder, I use the one on the left.
The middle one which is called Incandescent Light is more for a highlight for me,
as it is about a shade lighter than my medium skin tone.
While the most right, Dim Light, can be added to bronze and warm up the face!

I hope that the various products I shared would help you get through those days where you look sallow & suffering from a lack of sleep.
Share with me in the comments below, what products, tip or tricks that works for you,
while you are hungover or feeling sleep deprived.
I'd love to try them out!!

Till the next blog post,
xoxo @clarabeltan

First Impressions: FOR BELOVED ONE's Red Wine Antioxidant Night Jelly

2014-12-11T22:34:00.003+08:00

What do you think of, when you hear the words "Red Wine"?

For me, my brain immediately processes good images associated with it.

A romantic escapade, a relaxing night out, & even health benefits.

Yes, red wine has been proven countless of times to be beneficial for our health.

It helps protect the heart & even lowers cholesterol levels.

BUT, Red Wine for the skin?

That was pretty much a first for me.

About the Brand:

For Beloved One was founded in 2011, by their founder Margaret Wu.

Margaret has been a beauty editor for over 20 years, and has experimented & tried many top beauty products, and skincare secrets.

However, she could not find 1 product that could satisfy all types of needs, by different women.

That was how the brand was first founded.

The concept of Red Wine Facial Mask was introduced by the famous Taiwanese celebrity- Barbie Hsu, 10 years ago.

For Beloved One, the well known Taiwanese skincare brand, has since launched an upgraded version of the Red Wine Facial Mask.

The Red Wine Antioxidant Night Jelly, like its name suggests,

is a overnight skincare treatment that provides antioxidants and their benefits.

So, what are antioxidants?

Antioxidants are nutrients (vitamins and minerals) and enzymes (proteins inside your body) that can help to prevent and repair damage to your body's tissue. Antioxidants do this by slowing or preventing the effect of free radicals, which start oxidation -- a process that causes damage from oxygen that can lead to cell dysfunction. If you've seen a peeled apple turn brown, you've seen oxidation in action. As antioxidants block the effects of free radicals, they end up being oxidized. This is why it's important to constantly replenish your supply of antioxidants.

When it comes to caring for your skin, antioxidants can help to protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Unlike sunscreens and moisturizers, antioxidants can protect your skin from the inside out by guarding your cells from damage. Vitamins A, C and E and the mineral selenium are thought to be particularly helpful in skin care. In addition to helping fortify cells against free radicals, vitamins A and C also encourage cell and tissue growth, helping the body to repair itself. This is very helpful to the skin, which is constantly shedding and regrowing cells. For this reason, any antioxidants that protect cells and encourage cell growth could be helpful in an anti-aging regimen, as they may help fight fine lines and wrinkles [source: WebMD].

In general:
Anti Oxidants can help with blemishes, enlarged pores, lines and even wrinkles!

So for anyone that is looking to solve any skin problems as listed above,

the For Beloved One's Antioxidant Red Wine Overnight Jelly is the one for you!!

I was honoured to receive a full size bottle of the Anti-Oxidant Red Wine Overnight Jelly,

to review for my readers.

& here's my FIRST IMPRESSIONS, & simply how I felt about the product.

Packaging: The Overnight Jelly comes in a heavy plastic container with a red top.
I love products with simple packaging like this, yet eye catching at the same time!
The container is simply fuss free, & comes with a spatula for you to scoop up the amount required.
without contaminating the product in the jar.
Perfect for fussy, clean-freaks like me!

Smell:
Fresh floral smell, alike the smell you'd find yourself whiffing in a high end spa.
Nothing too overwhelming.

Colour:
Wine Red. Very Unique.
But spreads out to become a translucent layer on the skin.

Texture:
Like its name suggests, a Jelly like texture that easily blends out into a liquid,
Light on the skin, easily absorbed & non tacky.

Effectiveness:
I woke up to very supple skin that was hydrated and moisturised,
while tackling a 22 degrees air conditioned room with really dry air.

Overall Rating:
I love this product for how lightweight it is, which is super comfortable on the skin.
None of us love that heavy feeling on our skin, that suffocates our pores.
With this jelly texture, the product is rapidly absorbed into the skin,
leaving almost no feeling of any product left on the skin, while you catch up on some beauty rest.

Waking up to supple, hydrated and smooth skin,
this product is now a must have in my skincare collection.
I have also realised that it calms my skin, to prevent any irritation.

Therefore, a 4.5/5 for this product!

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Here are also some magazine snippets from around Asia (Hong Kong & Malaysia)

NuYou Malaysia (November 2014)

Cittabella Malaysia (Bella Awards)

So what are you waiting for?
Grab this For Beloved One Anti-Oxidant Night Jelly to combat your skin problems!
Grab it for a Christmas present for the lovely women in your life too!

The For Beloved One's Antioxidant Overnight Jelly Mask is exclusively available at Sephora outlets,

at $78 per 50ml.

Hope you find this review helpful!
Till the next time,
xoxo @clarabeltan

Types of Couples That All of Us HATE..

2014-12-10T03:09:00.001+08:00

Happy Hump Day!!

Today's blog post will be on the types of couples, I utterly hate seeing or spending time with.

They could be my friends, family or just random strangers I see on the commute, or malls.

Yes, I have "Been there, done that" in a few of the following examples below.

So here's just a tip of how not to put people off in public, including friends!

#1. P. D. A

For those of you that do not know what this stands for..

It stands for "Public Display of Affection".

It could range from the snogging, groping to the "Go get a room!" kind of situations.

I personally think this is something with a really fine line to define what is appropriate,

and what is not.

I guess it really depends on the situation, venue, instance, & people around.

If you make out in a club on a party night, I wouldn't judge.

It's a party night for a reason, & everyone's kind of in the mood & doing it.

BUT, do not snog for minutes to hours on hand, & stop with that groping or public fondling.

& yes, GO GET A ROOM!!

P.D.A is common, & I do not hate it or discourage it.

I mean, if you feel like showing your partner (& the world) that you simply love your partner alot,

go ahead.

But no when to stop, and not to put us people in an awkward situation, especially friends.

The trick is to do it mildly, never too overwhelming,

& if things get heated, stop whatever you are doing, & go somewhere private.

#2. DRAMA MAMA (& PAPA)

I will put it out there first,

I used to be one of them.

Yes, one of them, and very guilty of it.

The Drama Mamas & Papas are just generally the type of couples you see publicising their relationships on all forms of Social Media.

Simply put- They post their dirty linen for all to see.

Their fights, arguments, quarrels, "Who cheated on who" kind of story line might somehow be entertaining & intriguing at the start.
But after awhile, it gets boring & irritating!

*Especially if you know both of them.*

Word spreads like fire on the Internet,

even if you are not famous or a celebrity to begin with.

Friends or acquaintances on your social media platforms would use you as their gossip material.

& that was what got me to stop.

I used to post my sob stories about relationships & what not on Facebook.

& every single time I quarreled with my ex, this would go back & forth on our walls.

For common friends of ours, I guess it was entertaining at first,

but then it got too painful to watch.

Girls usually fall prey to this bad habit,

cos we just needed that little bit of affirmation from our friends that we are not the ones at fault.

& C'mon, we all have to admit that it feels pretty good to be sided,

and have friends on your side to agree that person is a jerk/bitch.

But, let's just take a moment to just analyse this bad habit.

Does it do anything for us?

Does it make the situation better? Or worse?

& Do I really need to put it all out there, on the Internet?

The answer is NO.

So, if you ever do catch yourself doing something silly like that- STOP.

Take a breather, type it all out, post it if you like (BUT remove it 2 secs later).

Else, you'd be the talk of the town. (the laughing stock kind)

#3. SUPER GLUE.

This is something I hate, especially if the girl or guy in the relationship is a super good friend.

The Super Glue couple is simply the couple that you will never see apart.

They are ALWAYS together.

They live together, some even work together, & they are ALWAYS in the same space,

breathing the same freaking air.

The kind of couple whom if you wanna get hold of, call the partner's phone.

He/She will definitely be there.

I have almost no issues with couples wanting to spend all their time together.

BUT, before he/she was in a relationship, he/she was my friend.

& we used to hang out alot.

So, I'd expect to get to spend time with my best friend, without having his/her's +1,

all the time!!

I don't usually hate the person's partner, or dislike them even..

Sometimes I am even glad I made a new friend, & of cos' happy that my bestfriend has found someone he/she likes..

But, give me my bro/sis back!!!!

#4. The Too Perfect Couple

The last one is a couple that we all secretly hate.

Not hate, in a bad way..

But their relationship is so perfect that it makes us think twice about our own.

The guy is good looking, the girl is gorgeous.

They are super happy, & lovey dovey, & never ever quarrel.

If there was anything on their Facebook posts once every now & then,

ir usually are praises & love declarations or photos to one another.

They are just everything that we all want to experience, and be, while being in a relationship.

BUT, all couples have their problems.

Their problems could be hidden very well beneath the surface, shoved under a rug..

Or they could simply have very good mutual understnading, & tip top communication tricks.

So, don't hate them, but rather, look at them as role models.

Ask them how they achieved whatever they have.

Hear from them, analyse them, and see if any of the pointers are worth to carry forward.

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I hope you guys enjoyed my short relationship posts on the Types of Couples We All Hate.

It was a random inspiration after sighting some couples, and observing their actions,

especially in public.

Till my next relationship post,

stay positive & happy.

xoxo, @clarabeltan

November Beauty Favourites 2014!!

2014-12-06T05:18:00.000+08:00

Hello Lovelies!

I am so sorry that I didn't do my October Favourites last month,

as I didn't really have many new products that I was loving..

& I didn't want to bore you with the same old ones.

For those who have not read my previous months' favourites,

here are the individual links!

July Skincare Favourites

August Beauty Favourites

September Beauty Favourites

For those that do not know what this blog posts are all about..

Well, they are generally what I've been loving for the past one month.

For now, more skincare & makeup favourites,

Starting next year, I will be putting in other fashion favourites & random favourites too!

So stay tuned...

Let's get started, cos' I really have a lot of products!!

Cle De Peau Beaute Teint Naturel Fluide

A very expensive foundation, I would say.
Real expensive.
Retails at SGD$175 per bottle.
BUT, I got it from the Shiseido Beauty sales just 2 months ago at only $50!!
What A Steal!!

Anyway, this foundation has been the newest love of mine,
and I've been reaching for it more often than my MAC Mineralise Foundation.
I'm currently in the shade B20, which has a pink undertone, and is one of the lighter Asian shades.

I love this foundation for the pink undertone as it helps brighten my dull complexion.
It provides a light to medium coverage with a dewy finish.
The foundation feels light on the skin, and provides sufficient moisture to the skin.
Suitable for dry to normal skin.
For those that love a glowy, dewy foundation look, this foundation is for you!

Clinique Cheek Pop/Blush Pop in Peach Pop

A new favourite in my blush collection.
If you know me well, I cannot leave the house without a good amount of blush on my cheeks!
I bought this in the most recent Sephora VIB sale.
& this was exactly what happened..
I was standing at the Clinique counter, waiting for my girlfriend Christie to be done with her shopping.
& I decided to swatch this beautiful shade.
One swatch and I never looked back.

The texture of this blusher is just so rich, smooth & creamy.
Super easy to blend, & the lasting power is pretty, decently long-wearing too!
The colour peach pop is the prettiest peach pink blusher I've seen & it looks good on my medium skin tone.
A light handed swirl on the blusher gives you the loveliest pigmentation.
The pretty flower embedded in the blusher adds a few more brownie points too!!
However, Clinique does only 4 shades for their blushers- I wish they did more.

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12h Blush in Blissful

The newest to join my holy grail status in my collection.
I have always loved slapping on my "Peachy Keen" blush from MAC.
But this has slowly climbed its way up in the blush hierarchy.

Blissful-
The perfect peachy coral colour that brightens up any skin tone, even darker complexions.
& common to the Tarte Amazonian Clay blushers,
the lasting power of this blushers are to die for!
The blush does not have any glitter or shimmer, but leaves a beautiful glow and flush on the cheeks.
I cannot stop raving about it..

NARS Audacious lipstick in Janet

My most grabbed Fall lip colour!
The perfect fuschia purple, with a matte texture that is not drying at all!
With just one swipe, you can get the most beautiful & pigmented lip colour,
that makes applying darker colours, a breeze,
It fades off nicely, lasts a good 4 to 5 hours, through drinks & food.
The formula is so awesome that I have gotten 3 more shades from the NARS Audacious line.
READ MORE at the link below!!
REVIEW: NARS Audacious in Janet

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder Palette

The newest baby love!
The ambient lighting powder from Hourglass is so popular & highly raved about,
that I had to get it from the States.
If anyone of you are interested, Hourglass is not available in SG,
but you can get it from Net-A-Porter & Nordstrom US.

The trio is "Radiant Light", "Incandescent Light" & "Dim Light".
(from left to right)
The powders are super, super, finely milled & the overall glow it gives is AMAZING.
I use Radiant Light for an overall powder, & Incandescent Light to set my undereyes as it gives a wondeful bright highlight under the eye area.

If you love the subtle glow, without using a shimmery highlight,
try the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette!

Tarte Maracuja Oil

Read my full review HERE!

I have been using this everyday!
Like seriously...
I use this after cleaning, toning, applying my serum & moisturiser.
My final step in my night time routine!
Just 5 drops on your palm, warm it up, & pat it on your skin.
I will wake up with beautiful, hydrated, radiant skin!

Bobbi Brown Extra Eye Repair Cream

A very thick & rich eye cream which I enjoy putting it on, before my makeup.
It is thick but not heavy, and has not caused me any milia/oil spots.
I simply love how my concealer looks after applying the eye cream,
as it does not crease or settle into my fine lines.
*Yes, I do have those horrid fine lines..*

Vitamin Science Vitamin B Serum & Emulsion.

My current A.M & P.M Skincare products.
I use it both day & night!!
Enough said, you can read the full review HERE!!

& lastly the Klarity Lasertox CC Cream!

Do not be mistaken.
This is not a CC Cream.
It is a whitening makeup base with SPF.
I use it daily as my SPF & makeup base/primer.
& I swear this makes you look fairer & holds your makeup decently well.

It is paraben free & has a white cream-looking texture.
With light rubbing in, the cream becomes a liquid like texture that is no longer white,
but translucent.
Looks & feels like magic.

Klarity is available on Luxola's website now!!

That's all for now!
November has gone by so quickly, & the next monthly favourites will be my December favourites-
also the last one of the year 2014!!
I hope you've been enjoying my monthly favourites since the month of June,
& I'd see you soon in my next favourites!!

Have a good weekend, darlings!
xoxo, @clarabeltan

How To Ruin Your Relationship in 5 Simple Steps!

2014-12-02T00:34:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies.

Yes, you read that right!

Not 5 Simple Steps to better improve a relationship,

but rather the 5 Simple Steps to Ruin Your Relationship.

So avoid them as much as you can, or say bye bye to that relationship of yours.

The below 5 are the TOP 5 common mistakes I have made,

or seen other make.

So take note of them, and definitely do not do them..

UNLESS, you want to get rid of that special someone,

or simply end the relationship.

So let's begin!

#1. Compare your partners with everyone else (Including that Ex-Girlfriend)

I think a lot of people know this one pretty well.

Never compare your current partner with the ex-girlfriend, friends, mother or family.

Just never compare them to anything & anyone.

UNLESS, it's a favourable one.

Like, "You cook as well as my mum!"

Example of unfavourable ones.

"Why ain't you as understanding as my ex-girlfriend?"

"Why can't you be a better cook, like my mum?"

"Why can't you be as buff & muscular as my ex?"

"Why can't you drive me around & spend more time with me, like John used to do.."

I would say that it is common for people to have benchmarks preset in their minds,

from their experiences with others.

But NEVER, EVER, say it out loud.

Heck, I won't even recommend you comparing anyone even if it's in your head.

Cos' it's just not fair.

Everyone is unique in their own ways & no one loves to be compared to someone better,

or be put down by their loved ones.

#2. Nag or Grumble too much!

There's a thin life between complaining & grumbling incessantly,

reminding & nagging..

Men hate naggy women.

They get enough from their mothers & other older women in their family.

Generally, they would hate it if you did it too.

So remember, say it nicely in a pleasant tone & never say more than 2 times in a row.

#3. Leash Them Real Close,

Nobody loves being suffocated.

Nobody loves having no personal space or no air to breathe.

This is something I always advocate in my relationships.

I am someone who values my own personal time & space, so this comes naturally for me.

Cut them loose at times.

Whether it is a trip to the mall with the girlfriends, for a shopping trip or pamper session.

OR a girls' night out.

OR a guys' night out watching soccer or heading to the bars.

Nobody likes to be stuck to someone 24/7,

and being refused of anytime with his or her friends.

Remember, before you appeared, those friends & activities were what he/she did & loved.

As long as it is healthy, let them go.

Being stuck together over prolonged periods of time causes conflict to arise.

So why not take a step back, and enjoy some alone time or time with your besties/buddies.

#4. Keep Scores like in a Football Match

YES, a lot of us do this.

Especially the women, I'm not gonna side the female population.

Cos' even I know, I am guilty of this one.

Humans in general, forgive when other fault against them.

But it is very hard to forgive.

So... Talk it out completely once the situation occurs.

Clear it up, & sweep it under a rug.

& NEVER bring it up.

It gets tiring, & yes you feel it is necessary to bring it up,

cos it helps prove your point.

But imagine being thrown the same shit in your face.

It gets tiring to hear & say..

& it irritates everyone.

So don't bring up the past, cos no one likes to reminded of their mistakes,

even after months & years.

#5. Cheat, like Love is Just A Game!

This is something I ABSOLUTELY DESPISE!

No one should ever cheat, while being in a relationship.

Relationships are sacred things that are fragile & delicate.

Once someone cheats in a relationship, the relationship is pretty much headed for doom.

When you cheat, you might think that your partner may never find out.

But deep down, you are plagued with guilt and some anger towards your self.

*That is, if you even love your partner at all!*

& what I observed from people around me is that,

once someone cheats, it is very unlikely that will be his first & only time.

Not only with you, but even with the next partner they have.

Cos' somehow with every cheating that lies undiscovered,

it is a certain motivation to cheat even more.

& some people do like the thrill of it. (Sick Bastards..)

I never do see a need to cheat.

You know how badly it will hurt your loved one.

So why do it?

I'd rather end the relationship there & then once I've gotten tempted to even think about cheating.

So if you love & cherish your partner and the relationship,
never commit the 5 mistakes above!

What else do you think will ruin a relationship?
Share with me in the comments section!

In the meantime, have a great week ahead!
xoxo @clarabeltan

The Dark Side for Fall.

2014-11-28T15:09:00.000+08:00

I hope my blog title isn't too dark or devilish,

cos I was just talking about my current obsession with darker lip shades for the Fall season.

Though we don't have much of Fall and Winter to talk about in Singapore..

I still love putting on a vampy or bolder shade on my lips, towards the end of an amazing year.

Wonder what colour & brand I've been loving in the past few weeks?

Then, read on...

#1. NARS Pure Matt Lipstick in Amsterdam + NYX lipstick in Chic Red Rouge Chic

This has been my ultimate rocker chic or bad ass lip combo since Halloween,

& this was what made me go dark.

Real. Dark.

NARS Pure Matt Lipstick in Amsterdam is a really true dark, warm, brownish red.

It was launched in the Fall 2012 Nars collection, but came to me as a gift.

The first time I saw it, I was totally thinking how I would never wear a shade like this,

or manage to pull it off somehow.

To make things worse, the word "matte" didn't make it better.

I can simple say that at that time period, I was traumatised from horribile matte lipsticks,

that dry your lips out & was just a torture keeping it on.

BUT, Amsterdam was different from all other matte lipsticks.

The creamy texture and formula, made it so easy to apply.

Though it isn't totally light on the lips, the wear was comfortable, & mind you,

it lasted for hours & hours, even after talking & drinking & partying the night away.

Best of all, there was no bleeding, & the fading though minimal, was nothing but beautiful.

I added the NYX Chic Red lipstick on top of the NARS Amsterdam,

to add a brighter & redder tint to the lips.

The NYX lipstick in Chic Red is a true bright red that is not too over the top.

It glides on smoothly, and stays well on top of the matte lipstick.

& boy, did I receive so many compliments for my choice of lip colours,

especially by beauty bloggers at the various events like the Luxola party & MAC Halloween party.

Luxola "One Night Stand" Party

MAC Halloween Party with @vinvola

Halloween Night 2014!

#2. NARS Audacious lipstick in Janet

The NARS Audacious lipstick in Janet was a recent buy, during the Sephora VIB sales.

& I was lucky to stumble onto this colour by swatching it at the display.

Most of the colours I wanted were OOS.

& Janet was the only one that was available and was to my liking.

With the 20% discount, I would be a fool not to try out the highly raved Audacious lipstick, there & then.

Many beauty bloggers, fanatics or ladies in general, have gone insane over this newly launched Audacious lipstick.

Though they are not limited edition, but part of the permanent line,

most of the nicer lip colours have been OOS since the collection hit our shores.

& it is no wonder why-

With the intense & pigmented colours, that are to point & the lasting power & comfortability on the lips.

This has got to be my favourite brand and collection of lipstick.

& thus, I'm not gonna stop at only one, in my whole collection

Here are some swatches found online!

Wearing Janet, dinner date with Ena.

#3 TOPSHOP Lipsticks

Brighton Rock, Fast Lane

Topshop has a wide selection of dark lip colours!
I love how their matte formulas are comfortable on the lips,
and definitely not drying.
The pigmentation of this lipstick is better than average, & the wear power is superb.
The way it fades off the lips, is a pretty one indeed.
No need to worry about the awkward fading and patchy coloured lips.

The price point is another thing to agree on, since they are at $19 per pop
-still affordable.
& I love to get them when they are on sale!
"2 for 1" promotion is too good to be true.
*LOOK OUT FOR THAT WHILE YOU'RE IN TOPSHOP!*

That's all for now, just some of my most used dark lipsticks!
What's your favourite Fall lip colour?
Share with me in the comment section below! (:

Have a great weekend!
xoxo, @clarabeltan

StageLook Nails: Purple Dazzle!

2014-11-26T01:24:00.005+08:00

Apologies for being away for a bit, & missing Monday's post.

I am currently down with a massive infection around my eye area,

and is still under medication.

Therefore, I've been hiding under my covers & not doing anything,

other than resting my poor eyes...

But, here's a post with beautiful colours!

My 2nd appointment with Stagelook Nails!

I decided to do a more girly set of acrylic extensions,

as my previous one was more of a neutral feel.

Read more about my previous MONOCHROME nail design!!

This set which I named it as Purple Dazzle was created using 3 colours-

Pastel Purple, Light Pink & Black in the middle.

Before the black was applied, my nails looked like Paddle Pop Ice-Cream!

*so yummy!*

What I love about StageLook Nails is that Lynn is not only sweet, friendly but super patient.
A set of nails like this takes about 1.5 hours to 2 honour to complete,
yet she never shows any sign of impatience.
& I always have nails that are beyond my expectations!
Needless to say, the number of compliments I receuved for this set of nails,
is endless!! <3!

Since it is near the festive season..
Why not glam up your nails with StageLook nails?

Mention my name "Clarabel", to receive 10% off all nail services.
Stagelook Nails is also doing a loyalty program where every $30 gets you one stamp.
With every 4 stamps, you get a free pedicure session!!

SO DON'T WAIT, BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENTS WITH LYNN @922201355!

Manicure and pedicure price list.

Classic Manicure- $12
Classic Pedicure- $22

Express gel manicure- $25
Express gel pedicure- $35

Classic gel manicure- $38

Classic gel pedicure- $48

Stage Look Nails is located at:

Blk 347 Bukit Batok Street 34,

#01-268

Facebook: Stagelook Nails

Instagram: @stagelooknails

XOXO, @clarabeltan

Outrage of Modesty- Why You Should Never Let It Slide.

2014-11-20T23:40:00.002+08:00

Today's post will be about something that happened to me,

just a month ago.

Yes, outrage of modesty.

For the past few months, I've been working at a club in Singapore.

Not gonna name names, but if you are a close friend of mine, you'd know.

Or if you follow my Instagram, you'd know.

The place isn't important, cos it could happen anywhere, and to anyone.

I decided to write this post after much thought as I wanted to give a shout out about how important it is to never let it slide, and to let the predator run free.

One particular night at work, I was introduced to this particular table at the VIP section.

Yes, VIPs.

Men with their suits, & their big bottles of alcohol.

To some, you might look at them with envy, or rather be impressed with their dressing.
I would never have expected highly educated men like them to behave like this.

My predator was a young man in his 30s,

decked in a crimp Dior suit with an expensive watch on his wrist, & a glass of champagne casually held in his right hand.

We said our greetings politely, and he said he loved my necklace,

while brushing past my chest.

At that moment, I didn't think of anything.

I thought, well, it could be an accident.

Things like that do happen, right?

He then started to joke around with his friends, about my chest size.

In particular, my cup size.

For someone like me who has worked for many years in the nightlife industry,

I was decked out in my usual clubwear.

Part of my job scope was to look good & presentable, yet approachable.

If you don't know, I work as a GRO or VIP PR personnel.

& behaviour like this from men, was well, something I got used to with the years.

Some men made lewd jokes about women infront of me..

Somehow, I got used to hearing that from men.

But what I was caught off guard was how this predator behaved.

He then asked me what did the number before the cup size mean?

I said well, it is the measurement of the width of a woman's chest.

So he gestured and placed his own hands on his chest area.

He then followed by asking me, what does the cup size mean?

I was about to answer that for every centimeters difference between the top of the chest, and the bottom, would mean a different cup size.

Before I could say that, he groped my right breast.

Yes. Groped. In public. In front of his friends.

His decent friend went "What the hell, bro?"

(For that at least I know that not all hope is lost with men..)

He then proceeded to say "It's just for educational purpose!"

The moment I heard this, I felt like taking a lunge at him.

I excused myself, yet still politely. & went to the staff area to go into hiding.

I honestly thought someone like me who has seen so much in the nightlife industry,

would be fine.

But I was not fine at all.

I broke down in tears.

Long story short, I contemplated about reporting that fellow-

to call the police, and inform the bouncers at the club.

But I eventually didn't.

Why?
I was working, & I didn't want to ruin it for the club I was representing.

Yes, stupid I know.

But when it comes to work, you have more on your shoulders.

But after that night of tossing & turning in bed, I regretted.

Letting that particular predator, whatever his background was, to go scott free- is wrong.

Because that would only encourage his behavour,

and allows him to think that it is ok to do that to other girls out there.

I should have stopped him there & then, & place him with the law.

But I didn't.

So girls out there: NEVER, EVER let a man touch you inappropriately.

Stand up for yourself, and for all women out there who may fall prey to his acts.

We have laws that protect us women from assholes like that,

& we should make good use of it.

To cases in which we see in the public, be it MRT or buses.

We must not just video the evidence, share it on Facebook & do nothing.

Yes, video the evidence, for about 5 to 10 seconds, to be enough as proof again.

Then inform the relevant authorities.

To predators out there, we are no longer afraid of you.
We are educated females that will take you into justice,
should you decide to think with your below, before you commit the crime.

& I swear, I will never let any guy ever go free, molesting me or anyone out there.

& You should too.

xoxo, @clarabeltan

The Me Time TAG!!

2014-11-17T21:41:00.003+08:00

It's Monday again!!

I know what a dread Monday is to most of us,

so I decided to do something fun for my Monday blog post!

Essie Button & Amelia Liana have both been my favourite beauty blogger & Youtuber,

for a very long time.

& when they created the "Me Time Tag", I knew I had to recreate it into a blog post!

For those who are interested, this is their video!

Essie Button & Amelia Liana

& of course I can't forget my other favourite UK beauty bloggers & Youtubers!

Fleur DeForce's version of the "Me Time Tag".

Beautycrush's version of the "Me Time Tag".

So let's just dive right into it!!

What exactly does "Me Time" mean?

"Me Time" actually just means alone time.

The time where you are away from everyone, and all you do is unwind, relax,

and simply just spend some time with yourself!

Q1. What do you watch or read during me-time?

Well for me, I am an ultimate beauty junkie & bookworm.

My me-time would consist of me lying in bed, reading the latest fashion & beauty magazines,

watching beauty related videos on Youtube,

or reading a fictional book every once in a while.

Yes, I am pretty much a book nerd.

What I've been reading:

#GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso (just got this yesterday!)

The Hunger Games Trilogy- Currently trying to finish "The Mocking Jay" before the movie starts screening in our local cinemas.

Q2. What do you wear during me-time? #nobra

Yes, #nobra.

When I am at home, the bra goes off.

It's just not comfortable being in something that binds your chest area,

and whole of the boobies 24/7.

Sometimes, you need to set them free.

Too Much Information (TMI).

I'm not much of a pyjamas person, so I usually choose to wear really cute robes or nighties,

from brands like Victoria Secret, La Senza or Anne Bra.

Yes, I admit, I wear them for no one else to see, but myself.

But why not doll yourself pretty, in pretty & comfy clothes,

especially since it is me-time!!

Q3. What are your me-time beauty products?

My me-time beauty products changes now & then,

depending on my mood,

and also cos of the obscene amount of beauty products I have to finish through.

So my products kind of take turns to pamper me on different days & pamper sessions!

But here are my favourites!!

Review for this products are below:

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Glamglow Thirsty Mud
Tarte Marcuja Oil
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask
Peter Thomas Roth, Rose Stem Cell Mask

Vitamin Science Vitamin B & C serum & emulsion

Bobbi Brown Eye Cream Extra
I use this on my undereye area before applying makeup to keep the delicate skin around the eye, hydrated & moisturised.
A very thick, creamy formula.
Will review this in detail very soon.

Caudalie Grapewater Spray
I spray this immediately after cleansing my face.
It is said to increase hydration levels by 127%.
Not sure about the %, but I love how my skin feels hydrated , soft & less irritated after using this.
A cheaper & great alternative to the Caudalie Beauty Elixir.

Margherita Ghel by Superberry.me
Helps skin celles to regenerate.
Love how this light cream feels on my skin.
Skin feels comfortable, subtly hydrated & less irritated.

Q4. Current favourite nail polish?

I don't really paint my nails as I often get my nails done with The Stage Look.

If you have not read about the awesome nail services that The Stage Look, Lynn, provides...

Read about it here!

@THE STAGELOOK NAILS

Q5. What do you eat/drink during me-time?

For me, this is a pretty easy one.

Recently I've been obsessed with the LOTTE Pepero Almond Sticks, Chips More Double Chocolate cookies,

& the Heaven & Earth Ayataka drink!!

If the Ayataka is not an available option, I would go for Green Tea Latte or Matcha.

Q6. Current favourite candle?

Almost any candle from Bath & Body Works!!

I am currently burning the Watermelon Lemoncade 3-wick candle.

It is sweet and fruity smelling, but not really suitable for Fall & Winter season.

But, my Fall candles are still in the US warehouse & have not shipped yet.

*CAN'T WAIT TO BURN MY FALL CANDLES!*

Q7. Do you ever have outdoor me-time?

Sometimes, when I bring my dog, Bacon, out for his walks or to dog cafes & grooming sessions.

Sometimes it is good to go for a walk out there & to breathe in some fresh air!

Good exercise too!

Q8. Would you ever go see a movie alone?

I have never gone to see a movie alone.

And though I usually think why not, if I have 2 hours to spare in between appointments.

But I'd rather just go to a mall and do some retail therapy!!

Q9. Favourite online shop?

Beautybay.com, Drugstore.com, Beauty.com (for all things beauty & skincare)

ASOS (for fashion)

Taobao.com using 65daigou for all other random stuff!

Q10. Anything to add? What else do you do during me-time?

During me-time I simply just love to relax.

It could be a random shopping trip alone in Town,

or just snuggling under my covers.

I have one big habit though- & that is to book hotel rooms & sleep in them, alone.

Especially when I am feeling down, out & not motivated.

I love the big comfy white sheets & pillows.

& hot water baths in the tubs.

Room service.

Cable TV.

So if I ever go MIA for whatever reasons, I'm usually well hidden in a hotel room!

That's all for now.

Share with me what you would do for a pamper "me-time" session!

& play this tag if you'd like!

xoxo, @clarabeltan

First Impressions: Vitamin Science Skincare with Luxola!

2014-11-14T17:55:00.000+08:00

The weekends are here- FINALLY!

Thank God!

& we all deserve a huge pat on the back for surviving yet another stressful & busy work week.

*pats*

What will you be doing this weekend?

Whatever it is, I believe the weekends are the best time to wind down & relax,

and get yourself prepared to conquer another stressful work week ahead.

Weekends therefore is the time to pamper yourself & your skin.

For me, weekends always mean a good pamper routine.

Be it on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, I love to just have a good ol' hot shower,

& a good skincare & body care regime.

Today, I will be introducing some products that I have recently added to my skincare regime,

They are none other than the Vitamin Science skincare range that Luxola Singapore so kindly sent to me, to do a detailed review on the products for my readers & their customers!

Vitamin Science is the first and only full fledged vitamin skincare range.

& what is it about vitamins that are so important?

Well, vitamins are not only necessary for the efficient functioning of our body and our systems.

They are also critical in achieving beautiful, glowing skin, hair & even our nails.

Vitamin B- Hydration

Do you know that in order for our skin to protect us from UV radiation, micro-organisms & toxic agents, it must be adequately hydrated.

Hydrated skin helps to keep the skin barrier intact, and thus prevent harmful effects from the nasty environmental factors.

Do you also know that hydrated skin actually delays the ageing process,

& can also better deal with acne treatments, which are often drying.

So the definite conclusion is that, hydration is the key to beautiful, glowing, radiant skin.

That explains why we are always told to drink 8 cups of water per day!

In this case,

Vitamin B enhances the skin protection levels, and provides the hydration, moisture and relief even for irritated skin.

People with irritated skin due to acne or sensitivity should definitely up their skin moisture level to combat with the problems that they are already suffering from.

& for those who are blessed with normal skin types, you still do need the constant hydration,

as many of our environmental factors, and our diet choices strips the body of the required hydration.

For eg. Alcohol & Caffeine.

The Vitamin Science Vita B Hydrating Serum (30ml) has an off white colour with a normal serum texture.

(Not too heavy, & definitely not too watery.)

However, what I love about this product is how fast the skin absorbs & sucks it all in.

Within seconds of being in contact with my skin, the product is sucked in by the skin surface.

The smell of the serum is also simply amazing- fresh & slightly floral.

With one use, I can immediately feel the instant hydration, plumpness of my skin.

*Not joking*

However, it does leave a slight tacky feeling on the skin, when felt with the fingers.

But nothing too sticky, greasy or heavy- PERFECT serum formula.

The Vitamin Science Vita B Hydrating Emulsion (120ml) is on the other hand, a colourless, liquid formula,

that is quickly & efficiently absorbed when patted on to the skin.

What I love about this product is the slight cooling sensation that I felt when applied onto my face.

There is a light fresh scent, lighter than the serum.

& the tackiness is alike the serum, but also not the case of any greasiness or oiliness.

The whole combination was esily absorbed in 10-15mins, leaving no tackiness after awhile.

This 2 products when used together, gives an adequate boost of hydration to the skin.

& with one use, skin is definitely supple, hydrated and bouncy.

For those that love light formulas and textures, you need to try this range.

As for what I know, emulsions are often creamy & heavy.

But the Vitamin Science Vit. B Emulsion is not the case of a greaseball.

It provides so much hydration power, but with the texture of a serum.

& one must definitely point out the great packaging of the Vitamin Science Range.

Beautiful blue bottles, a dropper for the serum, and a pump for the emulsion.

Great for pumping and taking out the right amount of product, with great hygiene-

no finger dipping.

Vitamin C- Whitening & Brightening

It is a well known fact that Vitamin C in any skincare range has the benefits of whitening & brightening skin complexions.

Vitamin C, packed with anti-oxidants, does it by removing free radicals that causing pigmentation,

thus enhancing skin's radiance.

If you are someone suffering from pigmentation, freckles, and even acne scarring & discolouration,

Vitamin C is your one true saviour.

Although one can easily take Vitamin C rich fruits or even supplements,
lazy people (guilty) like me can take the easy way out- skincare infused with Vitamin C.

What Can Vitamin C Really Do?

Taken from the Paula'c Choice Skincare Expert website:

Protect skin cells and skin's support structure from UV-related damage
Improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin
Strengthen skin's barrier response
Reduce inflammation
Promote collagen production
Enhance effectiveness of peels and micro-dermabrasion
Lessen hyper-pigmentation (at levels of 3% or greater)
Boost the efficacy of sunscreen actives
*The benefits and importance of Vitamin C, whether consumed or applied, is endless!

The Vitamin Science Vita C Whitening Emulsion (120ml)
The whitening emulsion is a slight pale white/translucent colour, that is thick in consistency.
But once rubbed together, it becomes watery & somewhat like a serum texture.
Like the Vitamin B range, it has a fresh scent with a bit of tackiness.
BUT hydration wise, it plumps and hyhdrates the skin after immediate application.
As fot the whitening effect, I will need to report back in about 3 weeks to a month!

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Vitamin Science skincare range does not only have Vitamin B & C!
They have Vitamin A for calming, & Vitamin EA for lifting!
Feel free to visit Luxola's website or Vitamin Science website to find out more!

For those interested to purchase the Vitamin Science range, it is available on Luxola's website.

Luxola was super kind enough to extend a discount code to my readers- how amazing!

Simply key in "BLX-CLARABEL" at checkout, to enjoy 30% off the Vitamin Science range.

Offer ends on the 9th of December 2014.

Hurry now and grab yours as I know that they are selling fast!

*Psst, great Christmas present for your loved ones too.*

That's all for now, enjoy your weekends lovelies!
xoxo, @clarabeltan

First Impressions: TARTE Maracuja Oil

2014-11-12T01:00:00.003+08:00

Happy Hump Day Lovelies!

It has been quite awhile since I last did a First Impressions review..

Today, I decided to whip out my latest favourite skincare product to share with all of you.

Yes, it is none other than the Tarte Maracuja Oil!

Some months ago, I purchased the Tarte Maracuja Oil direct from Tarte's website,

during a Friends' & Family Sale, where I had a 20-30% off.

& I must say, it was the best purchase I have made this year!

Apart from the amazing 7 blushers that I bought, the Tarte Maracuja Oil was one of them.

At that moment of time, I was a virgin oil user.

Yes, like many, the thought of smearing oil on my face or body, disgusted me.

I was never someone who went for greasy body lotions, despite how well they claim to nourish the skin.

All the more I wouldn't smear anything oily on my face.

My skin profile however, is dry & dehydrated, but blessed with acne-free skin.

So, oils would be perfect for me as they give the most intense form of hydration.

So I took a dive and bought it, (the full size of 100ml) at a whopping price of SGD$70.

What exactly is the Maracuja Oil anyway?

The Maracuja fruit is also called the Passion fruit.

The Maracuja oil is harvested from the seeds of the Passion fruit, and is often then hand pressed,

without the use of heat, to prevent the loss of fatty acids & vitamins.

Marcuja Oil has been known to replenish, rebuild & brighten skin.
The nutrient-rich essential fatty acids, help to repair & rejuvenate our skin, to achieve a firmer & more supple complexion.

While the moisture rich formula hydrates & replenishes the skin,

* Did I also mention that the Maracuja Oil also provides anti aging properties?*

Well, with all that, it ticks everything off my check list!

Busting the Myths of Facial Oils!

However, many people with combination & oily skin are afraid to use oil on their face.

They have this idea that applying oils on their already oily faces, would cause them to have more clogged pores or acne breakouts.

This is in fact, wrong.

In the recent years, many dermatologists & skincare experts,

have suggested the use of facial oils on even the most oily of complexions.

This is also described as fighting oil, with oil.

Fight oil with oil: The oil your skin produces is much different than the pure plant oils in a facial product. Your skin starts pumping out sebum (the stuff that clogs pores and causes breakouts) when its oil content isn't balanced. So if you strip your skin's natural oils by over-cleansing, your body will actually produce more oil to compensate. But a quality face oil will replenish your skin with the essential fatty acids and moisture it needs. When balance is restored those overactive sebaceous glands take a breather, leaving skin healthier and clearer.

(http://www.details.com/blogs/daily-details/2013/10/why-you-should-be-using-a-face-oileven-on-oily-skin.html)

The Final Review!

Other than the fact that the Tarte's Maracuja Oil is stored in a fancy purple glass bottle,

this product brings nothing more than just benefits.

The bottle houses a dropper that picks up just the right amount of product.

All you need is about 2 to 3 drops of the oil for the entire face, neck & decollete.

*Remember to warm the product between your hands, for more effective absorption into the skin.

The oil has a slight musky & nutty smell which is not overwhelming at all.

Rather, I feel it has a pretty relaxing effect on me.

The oil however, is slightly greasy at the start but it sinks in within the next few minutes-

giving more reasons to love it.

There is a very slight oily & tacky feeling to the skin, but just think of all the benefits.

I love how the Maracuja oil does wonders to my skin.

After cleansing, toning & applying a serum, I pat the oil onto my face, and then catch up on my beauty rest.

The next morning, I am awoken to the most supple, moisturised & hydrated looking skin,

that is just glowing from within.

I am not kidding you.

The skin is baby smooth and just oh so supple.

It literally bounces with every touch of my finger.

Therefore, you can tell how much I love this product after my first try.

I have since replaced it with my night creams, or night masks.

Sometimes, I even apply it hours after I have done my evening skincare routine,

to give my night mask or moisturiser the extra oomph.

For those who would love to enjoy the various benefits that I have mentioned above,

Tarte does international shipping, including to Singapore!

Sephora Singapore might have this product on their Tarte shelves.

(Not too sure about SG.)

That is all for my First Impressions on the Tarte Maracuja Oil.

Stay tuned for my blog post in the upcoming weeks about the usage of facial oils,

& their many benefits to our skin.

xoxo, @clarabeltan

Emergency Stocking Filler: Christmas Ideas For Her!

2014-11-10T17:17:00.000+08:00

We are less than 50 days away from Christmas,

how exciting!!

Christmas has definitely got to be my favourite holiday of the year.

Christmas cheer, festive dinners, shopping sales & discounts of course!!

The good food, good atmosphere, beautiful lights along Orchard Road..

& what better way to celebrate this festive season than to shop for presents for your loved ones!

Yes, I know..
Women are complicated creatures who are fickle & well,

hard to please.

So here's a guide to some Christmas present ideas for those that are clueless & already wrecking your poor brains about what to get for that special someone.

*Psst.. Guys, take note.

Chocolates & flowers are not what she wants this Christmas!!

For Skincare Junkies

Yes, this is the newest skincare gadget in the market.

The Foreo.

It is somewhat along the lines of the Clarisonic & Clinique or Michael Todd Sonic Brushes.

The theory behind the gadgets are pretty much the same-

to give a better, deeper cleanse & also to help improve dirt, grime & improve the skin.

The Foreo has many versions!

The Foreo Luna, Foreo Luna Mini & Foreo Lux.

& the price ranges from $225 to $12,500.

Yes, the Lux is a little too extreme for even me, an avid skincare junkie.

(I'd rather by a Chanel bag)

However, the mini is an awesome alternative at the price of only SGD$225,

and comes with 5 different colours even!

So what exactly does the Foreo do?

Well, the Foreo uses T-Sonic patented technology, that channels sonic pulsations into the skin.

Therefore, the skin is cleanse of all impurities, dirt & grime, leaving skin fresh, clean & less prone to any clogged pores, breakouts or problematic areas.

The Foreo does promise to give brighter, more radiant & clear skin when used twice daily over a short span of time.
& what is best about this product is that, it is suitable for all skin types!

The bristles at the top are super small & gentle on the skin, while it has a massaging back surface that you can use to massage your skincare products into the skin better.

Double function of clean skin & better penetration of products, especially those expensive ones like SK-II!!

* The Foreo is available at Sephora Singapore, or you can ship directly from the FOREO website.*

Another alternative to the Foreo, would be the amazing, & well loved Clarisonic.

The Clarisonic has been around for a few years now, & have pretty much upgraded itself over the past few years.

The latest would be the Clarisonic Aria.

I myself, own the Clarisonic Mia 2 for about a year now..

& I must say that I really love it!

The concept of the Clarisonic is just alike the Foreo Luna.

However, it does not have the massaging system at the back of the device.

However, the Clarisonic is said to be able to be used even on the body,

to give brighter, glowing skin!

& one more thing that I love about the Clarisonic?

It has got to be the interchangeable brush heads that have a wide variety for the different skin types & functions!

I personally am using the Sensitive & Delicate brush heads.

A new Aria, or Mia 2 Clarisonic usually comes with the normal brush head.

However, you can change the brush heads to your liking..

& remember to change your brush heads every 3 months or so!

*Go to a Sephora & feel the Cashmere or Luxe brush heads, they are so freaking luxurious!!*

*The Clarisonic is available off Clarisonic counters or at all Sephora outlets!*

& here are also some of my favourite skincare brands that often have skin care sets & promotions, especially during the Christmas season!!

Fresh Beauty that is available at Sephora Singapore!

* I love Fresh & have found that their sets are super affordable! Almost 50% of their usual price!*

Therefore, explains the 2 sets that I got below, in the past month.

The Youth Preserve Set SGD$75

The Age Delay skincare set SGD$90.

Philosophy Skincare

My holygrail Purity face cleanser!

Read my review here if you have not:

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/09/top-4-favourite-cleansers.html

Or simply, if all else fails, get a Sephora Voucher or a Luxola Voucher,
& let her shop away!

If you are extra sweet.. Follow her to the shops & carry her shopping bags!!

For Makeup Junkies

One of the most talk about that us Singapore beauty bloggers have been raving about,

has got to be the opening of an Inglot outlet on our shores!!

Yes, Inglot has been around for many years over in the States & UK.

But, Singapore was even behind Malaysia, KL, in having an outlet on our shores itself!

I first purchased my Inglot makeup from KL, & when I knew they were opening in Singapore,

I was ECSTATIC!!

My Inglot Collection- Small but definitely gonna build it up.

Another favourite brand of makeup, would be MAC Cosmetics.

MAC has been around in Singapore for years & years.

They are a super well established brand all over the world, & everyone raves about the products.

Just to name a few: MAC Fix Plus

MAC mineralised skin finishes in "Lightscapade" & "Soft & Gentle"

MAC Lipsticks in Candy Yum Yum, Velvet Teddy, Vegas Volt, Sin, Girl About Town.

The list goes on..

& of course, I am an avid fan of the brand!!

If you are unsure of what to get, go to Sephora ION & look for my favourite MAC artist,

Alif.

He is always so helpful & really knows his stuff well.

I can also say 90% of my MAC products are bought with his help..

& of course, if all else fails, get some Vouchers!!

& if your lady in mind, doesn't fancy any skincare or makeup,

but a good ol' facial or massage session..

Why not try out this 2 places?

Only Aesthetics/ O Medical Clinic

O Medical is my aesthetics clinic of choice.

I visit them twice a month for my facial appointments, & I must say I am satisfied with their service.

Being under the same company, Only Aesthetics is having a special promotion in which I would love to share with my readers!

How much do you think a normal session of laser facial cost in Singapore?

S$88, $188, $250?

Well, take whatever amount you had in mind & multiply it by 2 for 2 sessions!

"ONLY FOR 2" Promotion

Simply come with a friend to our ONLY Aesthetics flagship outlet at Raffles Place and present this promotion in print or on your mobile phone.

You and your friend get to enjoy a treatment session together!

Choice of either one of the treatments:

2 Session Laser Facial for only $48 (UP. $576)

2 Session Fat Freeze for only $188 (UP. $3000)

Look great together this November!

For bookings and enquires, call 6220 4434.

Le Spa (www.lespa.com.sg)

Le Spa has always been my choice of massage or spa place.

Not only are they opened 24 hours a day, they have 2 outlets that are pretty central & convenient!

The newest outlet is located at Upper Bukit Timah, while the other is in Chinatown.

Just look at the cosy rooms!

I love Le Spa because they are so clean, comfortable, relaxing & the masseurs are just great & friendly.

*Le Spa is having a promotion package of $600 value at only $500!

What's more is that this package can be shared amongst friends, families etc.

So why not pamper yourself & your loved ones at Le Spa.

I vouch that you won't regret!!

That is pretty much all for now.

My Christmas ideas are pretty much limited to the beauty & lifestyle aspect.

If you wish for me to cover a fashion or gadget aspect in a post,

feel free to drop a comment below on what you want to see or find out!

Till the next post,

stay healthy & happy.

xoxo, @clarabeltan

Bloggers' Event: Luxola's One Night Stand Party!

2014-11-07T14:46:00.001+08:00

This week's Wednesday was an awesome Wednesday for me!

No, it is not because Wednesday is Ladies Night..

But, it is all because I had an awesome good time at the Luxola's One Night Stand Party!

Yes, One Night Stand..

How KINKY!!

Luxola's One Night Stand party was held at the Boulevard Bar at Red Dot Musuem.

Many of you are familiar of that place for sure, since it is a pretty happening spot,

with pretty girls as the waitresses,

But, we were housed in their Boulevard lounge area, & boy,

the place was not only big enough but also so comfy!

I love the way the place was spaced out & how the tables made it ideal for us beauty bloggers to chit chat and even feast on the food provided, comfortably.

Kudos to Boulevard & the Luxola team especially because the decor was definitely a plus.

Sacha Juan- Professional Haircare

Featured in Vogue, Elle, Allure magazines

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/sachajuan/view-all

BUT, one of the main characters of the party was definitely Wet 'n' Wild Cosmetics!

& yes! You can get Wet & Wild from Luxola's website now!!

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/wet-n-wild

*squeals of happiness*

Wet n Wild is a drugstore cosmetics product brand from the States.

& what is the signature of this brand?

Affordability yet amazing pigmentation & products.

I, myself, have a handful of Wet n Wild products that I shipped from the States via websites like Beauty.com & Drugstore.com.

Imagine my happiness, when I knew that Luxola was bringing Wet n Wild in!!

I was over the moon, and so relieved..

Gone were the days where I had to shop on US websites & get agents to ship them over..

* happy dance *

The cheapest Wet n Wild product at Luxola is $3.90!
That is a total decent price!

The other main attraction of the night was the Origins counter,

which offered a hand massage together with an aromatherapy session.

If you are following me on Instagram, Facebook or my blog itself,

you will know that I am a huge fan of the Origins brand & products,

specifically the Origins Gin-Zing & Drink Up Intensive Masks!

You can read my First Impressions Review below:
Origins Drink Up Intensive Mask
Origins Gin-Zing Mask

There were of course a wide array of other brands like,

Jacqueline Burchell

Deborah Lippman

Skin Inc

Sacha Juan

Covet London

Sleek Makeup

etc.

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/deborah-lippmann

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/sachajuan/view-all

http://www.luxola.com/sg/brands/skin-inc

& of course, the yummy finger food deserves a mention.

Did I also mention that we had an opened bar for 3 hours?

*Thank God I'm not an alcoholic, else I'd drop everything & just sit by the bar,,*

The event also had a photobooth for us to take photos at,

& we girls did take just one shot together..

& of course, how can I not show you what we got in our goodie bags?!

Yes, the goodies were all from Luxola's existing range of products.

So if you see something that caught on your eye on my pictures,

feel free to drop by Luxola's website!!

Once again, I will like to thank Luxola for extending this invitation to me.

I had an awesome time, & I really did have fun with all my beauty bloggers.

I met a few of my favourite girls, some new friends and we talked like no tomorrow!

PSST! For a 30% OFF on your Luxola purchase,
use "LXPARTY30" at checkout!
Don't say I didn't tell you!!

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Stay tuned for my review on Luxola's Vitamin Science products!

I am so honoured to be reviewing the Vitamin Science serum & emulsion on behalf of Luxola.

Thank you once again Mallika & team!!

Enjoy your weekends lovelies!

xoxo @clarabeltan

Empties (I): November 2014

2014-11-05T13:14:00.002+08:00

Sorry for missing Monday's blog post!

My computer has been down for a few days now,

& typing on my ancient laptop was my last resort.

No excuses now, let's just jump into my Wednesday blog post- Empties!

For those who are unfamiliar with the concept of Empties,

it literally refers to products that I have used up in the past few weeks or months.

I have always enjoyed watching Empties videos on Youtube by various beauty bloggers,

as they really do give a good sense of whether the product is good,

& how much the Youtuber or beauty blogger really liked it.

I mean, most of the time if you do not like a product, you wouldn't finish it right?

Also, to finish a full product, (especially skincare) would mean a sufficient amount of time is given, to rate and review the efficacy & effectiveness of the product.

So here are my Empties from the past few months, & what I really think of the products!

SKINCARE

In the past few weeks & months, I have been enjoying a lot of skincare products.

Some of which you may have seen in my past 4 or 5 monthly favourites too.

If the details on some of the products are not too precise or detailed enough,

check back on my previous posts as I have featured a full review on most of them.

KAO MegRhythm Steam Eye Mask (Rose & Lavender)

This is one of my favourite pamper treatments!

Although this eye mask is pretty pricey (SGD$6.50 for 5), I really love the function of it.

It gives you the most relaxing 20-30 minutes of your life,

with the lightest steam & nicest scent during this pamper session.

Whether it is used before sleep, during a nap, or just a 20 minute shut eye,

this mask helps to relax your eyes, body & mind.

I personally love the Rose scent more as the Lavender scent is a little too strong for my liking.

If you have insomnia problems like me, why not give this a try?

For me, I often drift off to sleep within the first 10 minutes of having this eye mask on.

The perfect non-medicinal remedy to a good night sleep.

Available at Watsons, Guardians & other pharamacies.

First Aid Beauty Instant Oatmeal Mask

This is my go to if I have problematic skin on that very unlucky day, or just after a good ol' exfoliating/deep-cleansing mask.

It soothes, calms & moisturises the skin amazingly well!

Formulated for even the most sensitive skin, feel rest assured that this product only does you good.

It is a simple 10 minute wash off mask that is gentle on the skin,

& has a very light oatmeal smell that I simply love.

I have featured this in my past few blog posts on my "Monthly Favourites" & "Favourite Masks".

Sad to say, this mask is often Out Of Stock (OOS), so if you do see it at our Sephora,

or even on online sites like Beautybay.com, please grab it!

(& tell me about it!)

I am almost done with my 2nd bottle and I can't find this mask anywhere!!

Glamglow Youth Mud & Glamglow Bright Mud Eye Treatment

I featured this 2 products in a few of my previous blog posts.

Read my "All About Glamglow" for an in depth review.

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/07/all-about-glamglow.html

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/08/july-skincare-favourites-2014.html

I am on my 2nd bottle of the Glamglow Youth Mud,

and it is my absolute holy grail mask.

No wonder HOLLYWOOD Stars love them so much!

I even have one stocked up from the recent Sephora VIB Sale!

It sucks out all the dirt & grime in our skin surface, and the grittiness of the mask when dried,

is the perfect exfoliating scrub!

Imagine having clean, fresh skin with the smoothness of a baby's bottom.

However the Bright Mud Eye Treatment on the other hand, was a disappointment.

If you do suffer from eye bags & puffiness under your eyes,

this is the product for you.

But if you are thinking of getting rid of your dark eye circles, like I did,

forget about this product.

It won't work for that purpose..

The Body Shop Body Butter in Moringa

Favourite, Moisturising, Nourishing, Fresh & subtly floral scented.

Those are the words that perfectly describes this product.

If you want to try out the body butters from The Body Shop,

get the small sample sizes that are cheaper & smaller in size.

I have always loved The Body Shop products as they are not only cruelty free & free from animal testing, but they often give back to society.

What better way to look your best, feel your best & do the best for others?

Loccitane Precious Balm & Eye Cream

A very expensive purchase that I made when I was travelling in Europe,

They are however, super luxurious & moisturising on the face & eyes.

A definite repurchase when I am done with my skincare stash.

* I am already missing the feel of the cream on my face, and also the smell of it.. *

Read more about the Loccitane lovin' here:

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/08/july-skincare-favourites-2014.html

Tarte Maracuja Brightening C Eye Treatment

Featured in my September favourites,

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/10/september-beauty-favourites-2014.html

one can easily tell how much I loved this eye cream.

I absolutely love the texture, and moisturising effect of this eye cream.

With a slight brightening effect, the Tarte & Loccitane eye cream have a close fight.

But both are easily my holy grail everyday eye cream.

* Already repurchased a 2nd bottle during the Sephora VIB Sale. *

Dr. Lee Ji Ham's Skincare Range: Hydra Whitening Intensive Booster

A very luxurious whitening & hydrating serum that I really enjoyed.

When applied both day & night before my moisturiser,

I noticed a fairer & brighter/radiant complexion.

The serum has a watery consistency that is easy to apply and the skin absorbs the product almost immediately.

A slight citrus scent that is refreshing, and perfect for use even under makeup.

Available online at www.hkcplaza.com, with free international shipping.

Stay tuned for my full review on the Dr Lee Ji Ham's Skincare range.

Clarisonic Brush Head (Sensitive Skin)

A very dirty Clarisonic brush head.

I use my Clarisonic on most days of the week, especially when I have a full face of makeup on.

I believe in double cleansing & even triple cleansing the skin when needed.

The Clarisonic goes well with my favourite Philosophy Purity Cleanser that lathers up well with the help of the brush.

It effectively cleanses the skin, & leaves no grime or residue in the pores,

which have always been the potential cause of breakouts, clogged pores, blackheads & whiteheads.

I love using the Sensitive brush head, as it is slightly less harsh on the delicate skin.

Clarisonic has also come up with a few more luxurious brush heads like the Cashmere ones.

If you are willing to invest, feel free to head down to Sephora to feel the brushes & get them for yourselves.

I simply love the Cashmere one, but couldn't justify the price for something that I have only 3 months of use of.

A reminder to all Clarisonic users: Change brush heads every 3 months for best cleansing results.

BODY WASH

Caudalie Body Wash (From Florence, Italy)

Bath & Body Works Shower Gel (Shipped directly from USA) Paris Amour & Dark Kiss

Caudalie shower gel is an absolute luxury to bathe in.

The shower gel is thick in consistency & extra nourishing on the skin.

Add a tad of water to the gel texture & you are good to go.

The orange packaging stands for a citrus ginger fresh scent that is a absolutely refreshing.

Though expensive, about $20 SGD, it is one of my favourite "feel good" kind of a shower gel.

Bath & Body Works are not only famous for their candles, but also their shower gels.

The assortment of flavours & scents is astounding.

& I am always overwhelmed by the wide array of choices.

Paris Amour is a chirpy, sexy scent.
Not too strong or sexy, this is the perfect everyday scent of a girly girl.

Dark Kiss like the name suggests, is a rather mysterious & alluring scent.

Perfect for nights out, & well, days when you feel like seducing yourself or someone else.

MAKEUP

3 of my past months' favourite foundations!

& all 3, I have repurchased!

Loreal Lucent Magique Foundation:

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/09/august-makeup-favourites-2014.html

I love this foundation!

It gives a dewy, glowy, radiant finish to the skin & provides medium to full coverage.

& what's best is that it is a drugstore product!!

This foundation is also highly raved in the US by beauty bloggers,

however the foundation is known as Lumi Magique there,

If you are looking for an affordable drugstore foundation which gives a medium coverage,

& a dewy glowy finish- this is the one for you!

However, as I have dry skin, this suits me very well.

But I would not be sure for oily skin, as the dewy finish would cause an oily skin to look even more oily.

MAC Mineralize Moisture Foundation

The perfect MAC Foundation for dry to normal skin.

Medium to full coverage.

Dewy, glowy, radiant effect.

The colour match for MAC products are simply amazing & spot on,

I am in the shade NC25, & I love this foundation because it does not dry out the skin,

but even provides the skin with a little bit of moisture.

My skin just feels amazing under this foundation.

& did I mention the lasting power? I could party for a whole night, and still have amazing looking skin.

Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation

Did you know that Bourjois is the sister company of the big brand, Chanel?

I have read that Victoria Beckham herself is a big fan of the brand.

& this is no wonder!!

Coming from the same factory as Chanel, you can easily get Chanel quality foundations for so much less.

The foundation gives you hydration, radiance, glow & has an anti-oxidant formula,

that combats with all the environmental factors that harms our skin.

* Bourjois Healthy Mix is said to be a dupe for the Chanel Vitalumiere Foundation!! *

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer (in Custard)

My holygrail concealer.

Expensive & always OOS in the shade, Custard.

But this is the most moisturising, creamy, full coverage concealer that is easy to apply, & glides on like a dream!

However, it does crease a little, so perhaps consider setting it with a powder.

SG's NARS are always OOS of this.

So if you are overseas, & have a NARS counter nearby, lucky you!!

Collection Cosmetics 16h Lasting Perfection Concealer (02 Cool Medium)

My affordable drugstore favourite concealer.

Super full coverage but slightly drying on the undereye area.

Do apply a thick eye cream before applying this to prevent creasing & settling into fine lines.

A matte finish, so feel free to skip the powder setting.

Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes Mascara

Holygrail status, though expensive,

this mascara gives me the best amount of both Volume & Length.

The first month of fresh mascara is my favourite, as the product is fluid & wet,

& no flaking is observable.

However, towards the end of 3 months, this mascara does flake on you after application, though minimal.

I have repurchased this in huge quantities & stocked up from Duty Free.

You can save as much as $20 SGD per mascara, when buying from the airport instead of Sephora or Lancome counters itself.

But do note that mascaras once twist opened, are best kept for 3 months maximum,

else risk getting an eye infection.

Model Co Fat Lash Mascara

Another holy grail status, but a cheaper alternative.

Half the price of the Lancome mascara even.

However, this mascara does not give you that much of volume as compared to the Lancome one.

Definition & length would be best described as what this mascara does.

However, I absolutely love the hourglass fat wand, as you can easily define lashes with the tip,

then fill it up with volume using the mascara wand body!

This mascara also flakes towards the end of 3 months.

I have repurchased 2 of this during a Bellabox sale,

as I realised that Luxola has stopped selling them.

If you want to try this, grab it fast, as it is not available for purchase from anywhere else.

ZA Eyebrow Pencil in Brown

Been using this eyebrow pencil since I started doing my makeup when I was about 18, 19.

Never really change it up much as I think this is the simplest & most affordable pencil.
I do not really use this much as I have had eyebrow embroidery done with Prestige Brows & Lashes.

However, do note that the shades for the pencil, are pretty limited.

CLIO Pen Liner in Black

This pen liner was a holy grail product for me.

Notice the word "was".

I used this eyeliner since it first launched in Singapore many years ago.

However, I have came to realise that the formula has somewhat changed over the years..

No longer is this product long lasting, it smudges..

& worse still, for a contact lens wearer myself, it irritates my eyes so badly when it smudges & enters the eye.

I will be tossing out the other ones I have opened that are not done yet, & giving my unopened one,

one last try before I give the official & final verdict.

I hate to see how much I hate this product now, when I used to love it in the past.

I even recommended this so frequently to my friends, & have even posted it up on my Instagram before.

Clio, why did you disappoint?!?! ):

Lavie Lash Falsies & Marie Beauty Lash Glue

Lavie lash is the perfect go to, if you love light lashes with thin bands.

I personally prefer light lashes, but with slightly thicker bands as thin bands have proved themselves to be too fragile for reusing again.

However, this lashes are still a dream to have on.

* Available from Luxola *

The eyelash glue was a brand that I found while shopping at Far East Plaza long ago.

I can't remember which shop I got it from, but I know many eyelashes shops sell them.

I even got the same ones in repeat on Taobao & in KL even.

A simple glue available in white & black, which offers pretty good withholding power.

No fuss, affordable & easily available.

The 3 items that shattered or broke, that made my heart shatter too,

Toofaced Chocolate Soleil Deluxe Sample size.

Featured in my Favourites before, this Chocolate Soleil was my only go to for contouring & bronzing.

I love the texture, pigmentation, colour & also the chocolate-y smell!

But yes, I didn't even hit pan on this when it shattered after the drop.

The Balm Cindy-Lou Manizer

Another beautiful product that shattered on me.

I simple love this pink toned highlighter.

It gives the perfect sheen to those cheekbones, & fakes such beautiful radiance to the skin.

& ultimate favourite yet affordable highlighter.

You can get this from Sasa SG, or ASOS.com.

MAC Lipstick in Chatterbox

Another favourite of mine.

Holy Grail!!!

Blue toned, perfect pink, & perfect everyday lipstick.

Everything about this lipstick is perfect.

It is an amplified formula, which means that it is super pigmented.

Creamy, easy to apply, & smells sweet like candy.

Lasting power is pretty ok.

Bought a replacement for this the moment it broke into half.

So if you are looking for the perfect everyday pink, that even makes your teeth look whiter,

try this out at MAC stores!

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That is all for my beauty related empties!!

Hope you have enjoyed it, & that it gave you a better sense of the product.

Stay tuned for my Friday's post!

xoxo, @clarabeltan

5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self.

2014-10-31T15:14:00.000+08:00

It's been almost 2 weeks since I last wrote a more personal/lifestyle piece,

instead of the usual beauty & skincare related blog posts.

So here was something that I thought of during the weekends..

Being 23 years old might not be old to many..

But cos' of the number of years that I proclaimed independence from my parents,

I realised how much I have grown & matured.

Although I might still be the little baby in the family,

I would say that I am proud of myself today despite the many mistakes I might have made along the way.

(& I'm not afraid of making more mistakes in the many years to come..)

So here's the 5 things I would like to say to my younger self, if I could travel back in time.

#1. Make Mistakes, & Learn From Them.

I have never been fearful of making mistakes, cos that is how we all learn.

The latter is really important.

Otherwise, we will end up going in circles like a dog chasing its' tail-

A fruitless attempt.

I have made many mistakes in life.

Some small, some ridiculously huge..

Nothing too crazy cos' I've always been someone who walks on the safer side of life.

But, I love making mistakes.

As weird as that sounds, with every mistake, I am closer to the better choice.

Imagine this.

You decide to not heed an advice from a friend, family or loved one.

And you falter, badly..

Only then do you realise that you made the wrong choice,

& proceed to make the right choice later.

Also, it just shows how good an advice that your friend or loved one can give you.

Spending more time with them & heeding their advice would only mean good things in the future.

Don't be afraid to make those mistakes.

Whether they are mistakes in your relationships, work. school, or even life choices.

Cos' that only means you will come out from your mistakes, wiser & stronger.

#2. Never Take Anyone For Granted & Treasure the Good Times!

Along the way, I have lost some friends, and even family members.

Some were cos of sickness, death & well, some just drifted apart.

In life, I believe that it takes more fate than we think to be acquainted with anyone.

Whether it is a colleague, a friend, or a loved one..

We should all treasure the times we have with each other because we definitely didn't meet that one person in a population of 7 billion people at random.

They must mean something to our lives, & we should treasure it.

In February this year, I lost a friend to depression.

& it was a pretty big blow.

I would cry while I was asleep & told my ex boyfriend how I saw his wished I could see his face again..

So treasure your loved ones, cos you never know when it will be the final time you will see them around.

Parents, are a huge part of our lives.

Without them, we wouldn't be here.

No matter how they might nag at you, scold you, punish you..

They love you & want only the best for you.

Heed their advice once in awhile & you'd realise how beneficial they are.

& don't forget to give them an extra hug or kiss, or any signs of affection while growing up..

They are growing old too.

I used to resent my mum for her strict ways, and over protection of me.

I hated how I had a curfew till the age of 18.

I couldn't hang out with my friends freely after school at malls etc.

But I realised that all she wanted me to do was focus on the right things in life at that time-

School, Education, Academics etc.

She was my discipline mistress, just steering me in the right direction.

You might not understand their pains & efforts now, but you will, someday.

#3. Do Not Try To Fit In.

Standing out in the crowd sucks..

Being a sore thumb sucks, cos the rest will tend to pick on you.

However, you should always say true to yourself, be who you are.

Never change yourself just to fit in.

Never skip school just to look cool & rebellious.

Never curse & swear at a young age (without knowing the actual meaning),

just cos' everyone is doing it.

Never lose weight (especially unhealthily) just cos they call you fat.

Embrace your difference.

Love it, & not hate it.

Only then would no one's words be able to bring you down..

#4. Believe In Yourself.

Always believe in yourself & your capabilities.

Never doubt yourself, & never give up on yourself!

If you have any hint that you might be good at something, try it.

If you think you could achieve that something,

put in your utmost effort, & you will succeed.

Even if you don't, you have already succeeded in your own books for not giving up,

and breaking your own record or mark.

Never let anyone's words or doubts tear you down.

There are many negative people out there who will love to bring you down,

& fill you up with negativity that have already engulfed them.

Ignore them.

Positivity ALWAYS triumphs Negativity!

#5. Never Be In a Hurry To Fall In Love.

Never rush yourself to fall in love or to start a relationship,

without even loving yourself.

I made this mistake when I was young.

I've always wanted to be in love..

To have someone there for me, to love & to be loved.

& I did that, without even knowing how to love myself.

Take your time.

Find out what you really like & want in a partner.

Weigh your options & think not only with your heart, but with your mind.

Yes,

take a leap of faith if you think this relationship will work out.

Though you might think of that many, many times with many different people.

(#1 applies here: Never be afraid to make mistakes, BUT learn from them.)

& most importantly, never degrade yourself in any way for the guy you love.

I took a few blows, physical ones, when I was younger & still did not leave that guy.

I even got emotionally & verbally abused, & still did not leave that guy.

Never let anyone tell you that you are unworthy.

Never let anyone make you feel that way either.

Speak up for yourself, & when you have had enough,

never be afraid to walk away for good.

At the end of the day, we all chose to be in a relationship so as to be happy,
& to make someone happy too.

If you are not happy, or your partner is not happy,

why would you still want that relationship?

Young & innocent relationships should be about happiness, love,

& improving yourself through the help of your other half.

Remember that.

Though I would have many other things to say to my younger self,

given the possibility that I could..

This were the 5 main things of utmost importance to me as I looked back at my past.

I would say even though I wasn't able to tell myself that many years ago,

I still turned out fine..

& maybe, just maybe, we don't need our future self to warn us of any of these advices.

Cos' we will come to learn of them in the time to come.

I hope this blog post was however, an interesting read that was out of the norm.

If you did enjoy it,

feel free to leave me a comment of your version of the 5 things you would say to your younger self in a comment below.

& if you are shy, feel free to even email me at clarabeltan@gmail.com

I would love to hear from you!

Till my next blog post.
Happy Weekends!

xoxo @clarabeltan

Paint Me Real: Great X'mas Stocking Idea!!

2014-10-29T16:16:00.000+08:00

Paint Me Real is an International brand that has been around since 1987.

They paint high quality oil canvas for many different occasions,

& they really make good gifts that are not only personalised, but thoughtful at the same time.

Have you always been taking photos of your loved ones and printing them out on film to hang it somewhere, or pasting Polaroids all over in your room?

Well, this is a much better idea!

Imagine a nice oil canvas painting of your loved ones, framed up on your wall..

Isn't it sweet & memorable?

Since Christmas is just right around the corner, this idea of painting a picture of your loved ones on an oil canvas is pretty much the best present.

No more brainstorming & wrecking your brains about what to give your loved ones.

& definitely no more boring gifts like Flowers, Handbags, Toiletries, Perfumes etc.

I was honoured to receive my painting from Paint Me Real.

I chose a pretty photo of myself this time, a selfie of course.

& this was how the actual photo looked like.

Yes, it was another shameless #taxiselfie..

& this was how the oil canvas turned out..

* I chose the A3 size canvas *

Amazing isn't it?

How Paint Me Real got the photo to look so life like even on a piece of canvas!

& this was the side to side comparison.

I simply love it!

I'm already thinking of the many pictures I want to send in to get them turned into oil canvas,

They will look so darn good on my walls definitely!!

Here are the easy steps to creating one yourself!

Step 1:

Visit their website at www.paintmereal.com

Step 2:

Choose a photo that you want to change it to become an oil canvas painting!

Then upload it & select the number of person in the photo!

Step 3:

Choose the canvas size of your preference!

Step 4:

Make your payment & include your billing information & address details.

& wait for it to arrive at your doorstep or get it delivered to your loved ones' house!

Here are some examples taken from the website!

The options & gift possibilities are endless!!

To make things easier, Paint Me Real accepts payment by credit cards & PayPal.

So you don't have to worry about payment issues.

Also, the painting would simple take about 2-4 weeks to arrive!

So since it is going to be November in a few days, you have plenty of time to order one in time for Christmas!!

For all my readers,

Paint Me Real is offering a 10% discount code!!

Simply enter "xmas2014" as the coupon code to enjoy this great deal!!

Don't wait any longer..

Choose your favourite picture & paint it with Paint Me Real now!

xoxo, @clarabeltan

TAG: 20 Facts About Me!

2014-10-27T14:43:00.000+08:00

Some months back, I started seeing this tag all over my Instagram & Facebook.

Though interesting, I couldn't get my ass down to think about 20 interesting facts

(or some what interesting)

about myself to share with my friends & readers.

& since I was off from work on a nice warm Sunday..

I decided to finally sit down & brainstorm!

Hope this doesn't bore your socks off!!

#1. I am NOT the only child!

Somehow, new friends or people that I meet tend to think that I am the only child.

Maybe it is cos' I seem a little too pampered or maybe a little too independent for a non-only child.

(I'd like to think it was more of the latter.)

I have an older sister, who is 2 years older.

& yes, only 2 daughters in my family.

It gets a little boring growing up..
My sister is more of a tom boy, & she even learnt Aikido growing up.

She's taller & bigger in built. So yes, I did get bullied as a kid.

BUT, she stands up for me and protect me from the baddies too.

What irony, bullying & protecting me.

*shrugs*

#2 I'm musically & artistically talented...

When I say artistically gifted, I don't mean that I can draw.

Neither am I that musically gifted that I can sing as well as Mariah Carey.

But yes, when I sing I don't break glass. Don't you worry!!

I used to play the Electone Organ.

Very well I would say.

I could listen to music pieces and play them out on the Electone.

I used to love music & loved playing on the Electone.

I even graduated from the whole course which I started when I was approximately 5 years old.

& I went ahead to take on the Electone Teachers' Course too.

& I used to do ballet, till I quit that at Grade 7.

Also something that I learnt since 5 years old, I used to enjoy ballet..

I guess until the day that I was a little too fidgety for my own good.

& going on pointe was just a BITCH!

#3. I am a Beauty & Skincare Junkie/Addict/Hoarder!

If you can't tell from my blog content, I am a beauty blogger!

I LOVE MY MAKEUP, SKINCARE & BEAUTY RELATED PRODUCTS!!

If you are interested to find out how I got started on this recent journey as a beauty blogger,

read this blog post!

http://theperfectmonologue.blogspot.sg/2014/10/my-skincare-makeup-journey-how-i-got.html

#4. I was NOT from a Girls' School!

Contrary to the beliefs of many, I was not from a girls' school.

I was from a mix school from my Primary School days..

* Geylang Methodist Primary School

*Chung Cheng High (MAIN)

* Temasek Junior College

* SIM Univ of London

#5. I LOVE MY BABY BOY, BACON!!

Yes, this is my boy/son, Bacon.

My pride, glory, baby & everything!

I got him when he was about 2 months old, in May 2013!

& he has been my biggest joy & love.

Bacon is supposedly a Toy Poodle, but he has genetics that make him look like a Maltipoo.

So I kind of went along with him being a Maltipoo instead.

& yes, I love this fellow though he is utterly spoilt & gets on my nerves sometimes!

#6. I started Freelance Modelling at 19.

Nothing much to say about this but modelling was somewhat fun & yes,

they paid pretty well, especially with the very flexible hours.

I spent about 4 years doing events etc, as a way to support myself while studying for my degree.

#7. My favourite colour is BLUE & RED!

Cobalt Blue/ Royal Blue/ Electric Blue.

All kinds of RED!

#8. My horoscope is the Aquarius.

For people who know a thing or two about my horoscope,

Aqauarius are perfectionist.

They have horrid & short fuses, resulting in a rather bad temper.

They are stubborn to the core, & will most likely not heed advices.

We are fickle like the wind, since Aquarius is an Air sign.

That also means that we do not like to be restricted or tied down.

#9. I LOVE TO DANCE!!

Because of my involvement in Ballet when I was younger,

I love dancing & have tried a few kinds of dances.

Modern Contemporary, Chinese Dance, Burlesque, Hip-Hop, Street Jazz etc.

& I am glad that my love for dancing could spark off a small freelance job thing for me.

For those that do not know, I use to dance for Butter Factory & many other clubs.

Fun Times.

#10. I am a Die-Hard Horror Film Fanatic!!

One Sentence, "I have watched 80-90% of all horror films in the recent years."

Gonna catch Oujia Board tomorrow!

#11. I have some deep-rooted inferiority complex..

As a child, I used to have very severe eczema.

It started when I hit puberty at the age of 13.

Secondary school was hell for me, as well, many of my school mates made fun of me.

I suffered the illness for about 6 years before I eventually healed in JC days.

As my eczema onset was attributed to hormonal changes & hormonal inbalance,

I could say that I was real lucky that it eventually cleared.

Thus, I am still very body conscious & hate my scars that are left over all around my body.

BUT, I know that without that illness, I will not be who I am today.

#12. I HATE RATS/ SNAKES/ Any creature that is disgusting & a pest.

Cockroaches are still fine for me.

So long as they are not able to fly.

#13. I HATE Water Sports!!

Maybe it is cos of my chinese 8 characters that do not have the "Water" element at all,

I jsut hate water sports or water in general.

I don't mind showering, or taking long baths..

I enjoy them alot.

But water sports are just not my thing.

In my school days, if I had to go for any camps that require me to canoe, swim etc.

You will never see me there.

I will definitely have my MC in tow!

#14. I love to read, seriously!

As a young child, I love to read.

I remember very fondly of my primary school days where I could easily read a minimum of 4 story books per day.
& no, they are not those thin paperback kind.

& imagine this.

My mum had to ban me from reading when I was in Primary 6 cos' I was reading too much,

and doing nothing else, but read.

*I'd never do that to my kid.. & till this day, I think it was silly of my mum to do so*

#15. I have been in many relationships, and my longest one being 2 years.

My relationship status has always been a low profile thing on my social media sites.

I am currently single & my longest relationship was about 2 years,

with intentions to marry the following year even.

& yes, I am pretty emotionally jaded.

#16. I am someone with a very STRONG character.

I went through alot emotionally as a teen.

& I would say that it has shaped me in a positive way.

I am a little stronger than the rest, and a little more independent than girls my age.

& it is often because of my character traits that make me an older sister to many of my girlfriends.

#17. I LOVE TO EAT!! & I EAT ALOT!

Although I might look skinny & even anorexic at times,

I am not.

I eat alot for my size, & sometimes I eat too much for my own good.

I get hungry every 2 to 3 hours, & I need constant full meals.

I don't like eating junk food, or small bites for my meals.

I love my meals hearty, warm & filling.

Proper meals.

Lucky for me, my high metabolic rate & good family genes allow me to eat without worrying!

Thanks Mummy & Daddy. *hehe*

The most that I have ever ate for supper:

Macdonalds Delivery of a Double Quarter Pounder Meal,

Upsized Fries.

Ice Milo.

Cup Corn.

Apple Pie.

4 Piece Mac Wings.

All done & in my tummy in 10 minutes!

If i had to diet or exercise, I will choose to exercise, cos' I just love my food too much!!

#18. I am currently officially unemployed & still searching..

Few months back, I just graduated from UOL.

But as I have not discovered my direction in life, I have not found a job.
I don't want to make the same mistakes as many graduates who grab the first job that they see coming..

& then regret a year or two later.

& yes, I wish to carve a career out of my writing & reviews in the future.

#19. My official full name is "Clarabel Tan Yan Jie".

Some of my friends thought that my name was a self-created one.

However, it is not.

My parents gave me that name since birth & the reason was cos' my Dad wanted to name me "Belinda", while my Mum wanted to name me "Clara".

& also, with reference to my sister's name "Annabel", my name was hence created!

#20. I have an absolute fear of drawing blood, and a slight fear of needles!

I do not remember drawing blood..

As a toddler or infant, I might have got my blood drawn at some point.

But i have a terrible fear of it.

Just the thought makes me woozy..

So, if you really hate me that much, bring me for a blood test.

That is all for my Monday blog post!

Hope that you guys enjoyed the 20 Facts About Me!

Till the next blog post..

xoxo, @clarabeltan

My Skincare & Makeup Journey- How I Got Started!

2014-10-24T13:35:00.000+08:00

Sorry for being on a long hiatus this week as I was busy working for an event,

& had a more severe writers' block recently.

But I am finally back to blogging,

and I've decided to do something a little more personal.

& that is a brief blog post on WHY & HOW I got started on this incredible journey.

To my readers who have been constantly reading my blog,

you would know that this blog was never a Beauty, Fashion or Lifestyle blog.

It has always been a more personal one just for my own memory keepsake.

But about 6 months ago, I stumbled onto watching beauty channels on Youtube.

& that was how I got started!

I was watching US, UK & AUS beauty bloggers on Youtube,

and I subscribed to many of them..

Michelle Phan was the 1st Beauty channel that I watched, but that was many years ago.

Then I started watching Shaaanxo, Tanya Burr, Zoella, Vivianna Does Makeup, Lily Pebbles etc.

& somehow their content sparked interest in me.

I started buying more makeup, more skincare..

& eventually I was well educated of the different steps in a skincare routine,

the reasons behind each product used..

The different classifications of lipsticks- Matte, Satin, Glossy, Creamy etc.

It was like going back to school & learning things everyday, but much more enjoyable!

This is a sneak peek of how my makeup & skincare collection grew!
Hell, I even started hoarding shower gels, lotions etc.

This was my original makeup collection.

Just the basic stuff.

Nothing fancy, and I was just using CC Creams at that time.

A gift from my aunt for my 23rd birthday.

Other than this, I had only the Naked 2 palette eyeshadow.

& then, the evil addiction begins..

Believe it or not, this were my first few lipsticks.

Apart from random drugstore ones that I had that were around for too long..

DFS Loots!

& my first full set of brushes from Sigma!

They were really an expensive investment..

& I remembered how long I thought about getting the set,

which I eventually only bought it when Luxola was having a 10 or 15% discount!

IOPE Lipstick, bought cos the actress in "Love from Another Star" wore it in the drama.

& my first ever beauty wishlist!!

*I have finally bought all of the products in the picture.

The last product I purchased was the Toofaced Chocolate palette from Beautybay,com last week.

& the addiction continues..

& this was one of the worst!

I bought this many products from Sephora during their April 20% discount sale!

*If you do not know, you have 2 more days for the last 20% sale at Sephora, of this year!!*

& I even started buying makeup from overseas website like ASOS, Beautybay, Beauty.com

Tarte, Lightning Whiteneing etc.

I even shopped like a mad woman overseas, while in Europe!

Part of Dubai & Rome's Dutyfree loots.

& I am finally proud to say, I am a hoarder.

Yes.

I have too much skincare & makeup..

Too much for my own good.

But,

Everyone has something they love to collect.
Some love their accessories, branded bags, or shoes etc.

While I just love my makeup & skincare.

& they make me prettier, which is always an added bonus!

So here I am, sharing with you my latest collection.

Or part thereof.

So you might ask, "Where do you see yourself in years to come?"

Well, I have always wanted to be a fashion, beauty or lifestyle contributor to publications,

like magazines etc.
I would love to have a career related to the social media, marketing and beauty industry.

I want to try out the latest products, review them & give my two cents' worth.

& with all of that, I am willing to start small.

I was lucky enough to be approached by The Body Shop to review their new product "Instablur".

Where my review was used for their product launch, & it was even on Urban on The Straits Times!

I was signed on by The Influencer Network as their Beauty Blogger shortly after.

& I will be on the judge panel for Luxola Beauty Awards.

Though I am not famous, & do not wish to be..

I still love my job & its perks.

So for my readers, do what you love.

Only then, would it never be a chore..

Pursue what you love no matter how many obstacles are placed before you.

Cos' one day, we will all succeed..

To end this, I would love to hear feedback on my work.
Be honest, be straightforward.

I don't mind.

Tell me what you would like to read about,

Product reviews? Makeup tutorials? What's new & hot in the industry?

Leave me a comment below,

or better yet, feel free to email me at clarabeltan@gmail.com

Till my next post,

xoxo @clarabeltan

StageLook Nails: MONOCHROME!

2014-10-17T12:29:00.001+08:00

Last Thursday, I had an awesome stay-cation at Dorsett Hotel.

Dorsett Hotel is a heritage boutique hotel located near Chinatown,

and gosh, the room was pretty amazing!

I got upgraded to the studio loft room thanks to the lovely staff at Dorsett,

& I really love their rooms & concept.

For those who are not personal friends of mine,

I have a very weird habit of booking stay-cations once every few months.

Or I would say as often as I can, cos well,

not everyone can afford to go on an overseas trip due to financial or time constraints.

& I always loved staying in hotels when I'm feeling down or upset over anything,

be it relationships or work etc.

My perfect time away from everyone..

So back to topic.

I invited Lynn from Stage Look Nails over to have my first set of nails done with them,

while I was relaxing at the hotel.

Lynn & her partner arrived promptly at 7 P.M as agreed.

* Talk about punctual, I love people who keep to their appointment times! *

& prior to the appointment, I have already decided what I wanted.

MONOCHROME!!

So this were my ugly nails after I had my normal nail polish removed.

Ain't they just HIDEOUS?!

BUT don't worry, Lynn did make my nails look so much more amazing!

I was attending my girlfriend Mandy's wedding that weekend.

So perfect time to glam up my nails!

Lynn & her partner immediately got to work once everything was set up nicely!

Extensions on, unfiled.

Extensions on, filed!

Went for the classic square fingertips.

Hard at work to save my hideous nails!!

Thank you so much you 2!

While doing my nails, there wasn't an awkward moment between us ladies!

We gossiped, watched TV, & had small conversations.

They were both super friendly, & made me feel so comfortable.

& also, no pain at all, cos they were so freaking gentle.

I hate manicurists that are always in a rush, & just pluck at my cuticles roughly..

The whole session took 3 hours. but they didn't complain or seem tired at all.

Patient, that is the perfect word to describe them!!

The finishing look!

Perfect & ready to paint the town red. <3!

The design as thought by Lynn was simple yet classic & elegant.

& the crystals & nail art were just on point.

I couldn't resist taking more photos the next morning before I checked out of the hotel!

Once again, I will love to thank Lynn & her partner for doing an awesome job.

You ladies gave me beautiful nails with such patience.

& also at the same time, with such great company.

Thank You!

A special offers for all my readers.

Mention my name "Clarabel" to get 10% off all nail services by StageLook Nails!

Manicure and pedicure price list.

Classic Manicure- $12
Classic Pedicure- $22

Express gel manicure- $25
Express gel pedicure- $35

Classic gel manicure- $38

Classic gel pedicure- $48

Stage Look Nails is located at:

Blk 347 Bukit Batok Street 34,

#01-268

Feel free to contact Lynn at 92201355,

or on Facebook & Instagram!

Facebook: Stagelook Nails

Instagram: @stagelooknails

Beautiful nails ain't difficult or unattainable with StageLook Nails!

Contact them today & book your appointment with them..

Till next week, xoxo.

Happy Weekends!

@clarabeltan

HKC Pacific: Dr. Lee Ji Ham Skincare Launch in Singapore!!

2014-10-15T13:54:00.000+08:00

Hello Ladies,

Happy Mid-Week everyone!

Few weeks ago,

I was honoured to be invited to the HKC Dr. Lee JH skincare launch!

It was a small gathering among the top beauty bloggers in Singapore.

We got to meet the director of HKC Pacific & also got to try out the products on ourselves.

Dr Lee Ji Ham Cosmetics are a chain of Skin & Aesthetics Clinics with over 50 Clinics in S. Korea.

The brand was founded as there was a lack of suitable skincare cosmetics products for their own skin & aesthetics clinic's patients.

& Dr Lee JH was the first to develop & introduce "Cosmeutical" products-

Combining Cosmetics with Pharmaceutical products in Korea.

All products are researched & developed to suit Sensitive Skin types,

and even patients who have had aesthetics procedures done,

be it laser treatments or even cosmetic surgeries!

The event was held at Lolita- The Beauty Studio at Marina Square.

Marina Link @ Marina Square #B1-12.

Tel. 63389981

Lolita also carries a wide range of Dr. Lee Ji Ham's Skincare if anyone is interested in testing the products out themselves, and purchasing them on the spot!

Dr Lee JH's Skincare range is also available online with free shipping internationally,

at www.HKCplaza.com

* Shipment is complimentary globally, without any minimum purchase,

with spending of above SGD $30, free registered postage is included!

Shopping at its best!

The main attraction that day was the Probiotics Skincare range that was launched just recently,

in Korea.

What is Probiotics Skincare About?

We have all heard of Probiotics.

Probiotics are generally good bacteria.

We have been eating or taking Probiotics to improve our health & immune system.

But Probiotics in our skincare products?!

Just like our bodies, we need Probiotics for our skin.

Our skin has both good & bad bacteria, & if off balance, we will have skin problems.

Eg. Acne, Premature aging etc.

Probiotics in our skincare will mean that we can stimulate the skin's immune system,

helping both outer & inner skin surfaces!

Probiotics are also good for those who have become immune to the various Vitamin based skincare that was the star of yesterday's skincare.

Probiotics is the latest technology & answer to achieving amazing flawless skin!!

Probiotics Sleeping Cream

Retail Price: SGD $60

Dr. Lee JH Probiotics Skincare range has launched the Probiotics Sleeping Cream!

It is generally a night cream that you lather on and get some sleep,

while it does all the work!

Probiotics Sleeping Cream has a water-gel texture that helps to provide:

Hydration,

Anti-Aging Properties,

Balance Sebum activities

& Minimizes Pores!

The main ingredient for the Probiotics Sleeping Cream is Seamat,

which is also known as Plankton Extract!

Seamat is highly effective in removing excess sebum & also controls sebum secretion,

while Bifidus helps to tighten the pores!

Acai Berry helps to protect the skin from environmental harms,

while Adenosine helps skin to have better elasticity & provides anti-aging benefits!

It is never too early to start on Anti-ageing!!

Dr Lee JiHam has alot of other products for other concerns too!

Here are a few of their famous best-sellers!

*PS: Korean ladies & gentleman all simple love these products!*

Vita Propolis Ampoule ( Honey Ampoule )

Retail Price: SGD$42 ($29.90 til 30th Oct!!)

Vital CC Cream

Retail Price: SGD $48

Photos from the launch <3!

Yummy Food for the hungry Beauty Bloggers! <3!

Thanks for being such great hosts, HKC Pacific & Lolita!

Some products on their shelves..

Just look at the variety!

You are covered from head to toe!

Super new Whitening range that was not even launched in SG yet!!

And of course, I cannot miss out on a picture of us ladies!

Vinna Er (@vinvola), Clarabel (@clarabeltan), Qiyun (@qiyunz). Fenny (@ladies_journal)

I brought back 4 products from the brand by Dr Lee Ji Ham,

and I will review them separately after testing them out for a bit!

So, stay tuned to find out how the products fare in my opinion!
In the meantime, feel free to head on down to Lolita at Marina Link to try the products out,
or the HKC website at www.hkcplaza.com!

xoxo, @clarabeltan