2010 Favorites

Here are my 10 fave products throughout 2010!

Nexcare Acne Patch

(review here)

I already have a few backups for this acne patch, that's how much I love it. It's an essential for me now period.

The Face Shop Post-Acne Nighttime Spot Eraser

(review here)

It really needs patient to use this product. It's not a miracle worker that could erase acne scar in just a few days, but after using this for months, I realize that most of my acne scars are less visible. Love it!

Cellnique Paramedical Advanced Bio Renewal Masque

(review here)

This exfoliator plus mask really makes my skin feel smoother, not to mention that it smells yummy as well!

Daiso Nose Pack

(review here)

My nose saviour! It's the best one I've tried to pull out dirty gunk out of my nose and it's super affordable as well!

Biore UV Perfect Face Milk SPF50+ PA+++

I love how it really keeps my face shine-free when I'm using this. And the fact that it has high SPF, I feel that my skin is protected!

Biore Cleansing Oil Cotton Facial Sheets

An essential for traveling! This makeup wipes clean really well and come in very handy to bring with.

Shiseido Mascara Base

After hearing very good reviews for this mascara base, I decided to get one and I'm really glad! It really makes different to my lashes esp when I'm using non-waterproof mascara. It lifts my lashes all day long!

The Face Shop Nail Base Coat

This nail base coat dries fast and makes applying nail polish become so much smoother, definitely a fave for me!

Facial Wash Net

I've been using this wash net ever since I tried it for the first time and now I feel really weird when I don't use it. Thanks to Kay who had introduced this to me! See her very thorough post about this wash net here.

Daiso Sponge Detergent

before and after pics

My sponges just love this! Need I say more? :D

Hope everyone had a great year!

Review: Daiso's & The Face Shop's White Nose Pack

I've been using these two nose packs for these past few months. And today, I'm going to do a comparison for both of these nose packs. Check below for the nose packs comparison!

 The Face Shop White Mud Nose Pack

Description:

Formulated with White Mud and Burdock extract, this peel-off nose pack cleans and clarifies pores.

Directions:

Spread over nose area and leave on for 10-15 minutes. When completely dry, slowly peel from the bottom up. Finish with a toner.

Cautions:

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use if signs of irritation appear.

Ingredients:

Water, PVP SD Alcohol 40-B, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, Bulylene Glyvol, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Citrate, Methylparaben, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Illite/Water/Propylene Glycol/Arctium Majus Root Extract, Zinc PCA, Methylparaben/Bulylparaben/Ethylparaben/Propylparaben, Boilin Artemisia Princes Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Fragrance, Allantoin

 Daiso Natural Nose Pack

Description:

Natural extracts remove oils and all dirt and deeply clean the pores, leaving your skin clearer with less visible pores.

How to Use:

After cleansing your face, evenly apply on the nose area and let it dry for 10-15 mins. If completely dried out, peel it off starting at the bottom, pulling toward the top. Do not use more than twice per week.

Caution:

If any irritation occur, stop using it and consult with a doctor. Keep out of reach of children. Use for nose areas only.

*click at your on risk*

(Yes, I have a disgusting nose)

My Thoughts:

I purposely display the nose strips picture so small because it looks really disgusting. But if you don't have a weak heart, you can click the picture to enlarge it. From the picture, you'll be able to see that Daiso's clearly is the winner. It pulled out more gunk than The Face Shop's, not just more but so much more.

First, I'll talk about their texture. The Face Shop's has a thicker texture while Daiso's is more runny so it spreads more easily than The Face Shop's. Even though The Face Shop's is thicker but it dried out faster than Daiso's. I think it's because of the runny texture of Daiso's, I applied more layers so it dried out slower. But that doesn't bother me.

As for the scent, they both have pretty similar scent but in my opinion The Face Shop's smells better than Daiso's.

For the price, again clearly that Daiso's is the winner. It costs me only SGD2 while The Face Shop's costs me SGD13. They both have the same amount of product which is 50g/1.76oz and both are made in Korea.

I think the only con from Daiso nose pack is it doesn't state any ingredients, but since I didn't experience any irritation from both of the nose packs, it's not a problem for me.

So the conclusion, Daiso's obviously beats The Face Shop's. Why spend more if you can get a more effective and much cheaper product?

Repurchase:

Daiso Natural Nose Pack: YES!!

The Face Shop White Mud Nose Pack: Never.

More reviews for Daiso Natural Nose Pack: Macnunu's review and Evie's review.

Disclaimer: The products were purchased by me. I am not affiliated with the companies I mentioned above. This is my honest opinion, product that works on me doesn't mean it works on you and vice versa.

Haul in September

I know September hasn't ended yet but I think I won't get anything yet until next month, so here are some stuffs that I purchased from my trip to Penang and Singapore.

Drugstore and Daiso stuffs.

Maybelline Long Lasting Gel Liner in Black

This is the only thing that I got from my Penang trip. I wasn't going to get this but when i saw it was 30% off, I just grabbed one as the review for this gel liner is pretty good. Haven't tried it yet.

My Beauty Diary Masks: Bird's Nest & Southern France Apricot

Got these masks 2 for SGD3.35, think it's not a really bad deal since I've ever paid for a higher price in the past. Haven't tried them yet.

Biore UV Perfect Face Milk SPF 50+ PA+++

I need a high SPF sunscreen and saw this sunscreen claims to have shine control properties so I decided to get one. I've tried it and I'm really impressed that it really does control excessive sebum and keep my face shine-free. Definitely a product that worth to try.

Biore Cleansing Oil Cotton Facial Sheets

I love this facial cleansing wipes, it's perfect for my lazy day and also great for travelling. Got this as a backups.

Daiso Nose Pack

I've read some reviews that this nose pack is better than The Face Shop White Mud Nose Pack and so much cheaper. Haven't tried it yet but you can read Evie's review and Macnunu's review.

Daiso Detergent for Puff and Sponge

I just knew I had to get one after reading Sizbelle's review about this sponge cleanser. I've tried it and it really cleans my sponge well. Here's the before and after pictures:

Before & After

It looks so much better, doesn't it? I'll definitely wash my sponges more often from now on!

Till next time! :)

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