It's A Wrap: September 2016

Her Time

She has been feeling it for a while---the sense of awakening. There is a gentle rage simmering inside her and it is getting stronger by the day. She will hold it close to her---she will nurture it and let it grow. She won't let anyone take it away from her. It is her rocket fuel and finally, she is going places. She can feel it down to her very core---this is her time. She will not only climb mountains---she will move them too.

- Lang Leav, The Universe of Us

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It's the start of the "-ber" months and here in the Philippines, it's also the start of the long holidays. I bet Mr. Jose Mari Chan will soon be invading the radio and mall's music playlist. :)

- Finally, I was able to get a copy of Lang Leav's new book release, "The Universe of Us". I love her poems, especially the ones that I can relate to of course. The passage above is one of my favorite.

- This month has been a struggle. I'm almost at the point where I'm really thinking of quitting and letting go. I felt so down and it seems like I'm ready to runaway anytime.

- I realized that you just can't trust anybody nowadays even those whom you thought would support and motivate you.

- It's been a couple of months now since I went back to being a corporate rat.Still, I wasn't able to build up my savings plan. I guess because instead of saving, I'm investing on myself more. I don't think it's a bad thing though.

- There are a lot of things that I need to do and yet, I'm procrastinating. I need to buy a very good planner so that I can plan ahead. Don;t mind me you guys, I'm just a visual learner. I feel like I can accomplish a lot more if I had it written down or if I create some doodles about the things that I want to achieve.

I'm hoping and praying that October would be awesome. I know and I'm aware that hardships and trials will be inevitable but I'm positive that things will get better in time.

See you soon! :)

Product Review: Safeguard Derma Sense Face & Body Bar for Acne Prone Skin

Hello everyone! I know... I know, it's been a while since you last heard from me. I guess I've just been very busy that I can't even visit my own blog! Things get so rough these past couple of weeks plus I was down with flu which really sucks. Anyway, today I have another product review for you my lovely readers. This is long overdue but I still would like to share with you my experience in using Safeguard Derma Sense Face & Body Bar for Acne Prone Skin.

Safeguard Philippines introduced the Derma Sense line which consists of Derma Sense for Sensitive Skin and Derma Sense for Acne Prone Skin. Both are available in Face and Body Bar, Facial Cleanser, and Body Wash. These products has been released in the market for quite some time now but I only got the chance to try one of it recently as this is part of my Lazada PH Haul which you can read here. 

Safeguard Derma Sense Face & Body Bar for Acne Prone Skin claims to do the following:

• Helps provide noticeable acne reduction
• Helps remove acne-causing germs and excess oil
• Helps recover clear skin with regular use

HOW TO USE:

• Wet face & body
• Work up lather with hands or washcloth and spread evenly over face and body
• Rinse thoroughly
• Gently pat with a clean towel

 

I guess because of sleepless nights and of my hormones acting up, a humongous pimple decided to pop out on my right cheek which was really annoying but then again, it came at the right time so I've got the chance to put this product to test.

About a few days after using this soap, it actually did make my pimple appear smaller and with continuous use, it eventually dried up. Not only that, acne sufferers like me also has an issue with pimples popping out on our neck, chest, and back area but as I also use this soap on my body, I feel that the bumps are lesser than before.

The scent of the soap reminds me of Safeguard's "Guava" variant which I find very pleasant and as with all other Safeguard soaps, Derma Sense for Acne Prone Skin is dermatologically tested. Thus, we are sure enough that it wouldn't cause any harm on our skin. In fact, it didn't dry out my skin despite of it being an anti-bacterial soap which is a good thing.

Over all, I would recommend this product to those who suffer with acne problems. It is not only effective in fighting the root cause of acne, it is also very much affordable. The whole family will definitely benefit from it. I got mine from Lazada PH for only Php 79.00 for a 135g face and body bar and is also available in all leading drugstores, department stores, and supermarkets nationwide.

If you would like to know more about Safeguard and all their other products, like Safeguard Philippines on Facebook or visit their website.

See you soon! :)

Product Review: Lux Perfumed Body Wash in Soft Touch

 

Hello my lovely readers! Welcome to another product review post. Today , I'm going to talk about Lux Soft Touch Body Wash. As I mentioned before, I'm into anything rose scented lately so I got interested with this product. It has been released in the Philippine market sometime last year and I'm glad that I've got the chance to try it. This is part of my Lazada PH haul which you can read here and is also a promo pack that comes with a free shower puff.

Lux Soft Touch with Silk Essence and French Rose Infusion is part of the perfumed bath collection which is said to be crafted by master perfumers from New York, London, and Paris. It is a moisturizing body wash that promises to leave your skin noticeably soft after every wash. It comes in a sleek 250 ml bottle with a press on cap and it retails for Php 89.00.

HOW TO USE:

1. POUR a coin sized quantity of Lux body wash onto a wet puff.
2. RUB the puff to start forming luxurious lather.
3. MASSAGE all over your body for a long lasting scent on your skin.

The box and the bottle look very elegant but what I love most about this is that the product inside the bottle is neither runny nor too thick thus it is very easy to use. It indeed feel very luxurious once you rub it onto your skin with its rich and creamy lather. It doesn't irritate nor dry out my skin which is  big plus. I don't even have to use any body lotion  once I get off the shower because it leaves my skin moisturized, soft, and supple. The scent is very pleasant and not as strong as I expected since the advertisement says that you'll feel like you're bathing with perfume everyday if you use it. Hence, the fragrance doesn't last long.

Lux is a brand that has been around for so long that you can be sure that their products are of high quality so over all, this is a very good body wash aside from it being affordable. I will repurchase it so I could feel and smell "mayaman" (rich) once in a while! (Lol!, no seriously. I love it.) There are three other variants that you can choose from (White Impress, Magical Spell, and Love Forever) and all are available in different department stores, drugstores, and supermarkets nationwide. How about you? Have you already tried any of the Lux Perfumed Body Wash? Share your experience on the comment box below.

See you soon! :)