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The Malaysian Women Weekly June 2013  

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Grab a copy of this month's weekly, because there's a treat for Crabtree Evelyn lovers. It comes with a coupon for a buy 1 free 1 - 25g Hand Therapy.

I got mine; and for early birds I got a anti bacterial moisturising hand gel too. All these for RM30 :)

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Splurging Saturday - Have Some Oranges, A Bath, and Some Colors In Life!  

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Weekends are best spent at home, unless you have realy strong resistance and willpower. I know I have strong willpower to buy buy buy!
 
 
I always have a weak spot for Crabtree and Evelyn. There are not many range that didn't attract me. I had to try out the Tarocco Orange. The Husband was teasing me crazy because as usual I said I would go just for the sample. But I walked out with all the above :S
 
Smells like yummy orange juice. The deluxe size lotion and La Source Shampoo and Conditioner; together with the orange pouch are GWP.
 
 
In all my trips to KL, visiting Uniqlo became a habit.. I only really splurge when they are on sale. Of late, I fell in love with coloured jeans. Now I just need more tees to pair them up? :P
 
I tried their shaper when I was in Korea. And I like it. Unlike the conventional shaper, this does not suffocate me. Its snug and gives a great silhouette. Oh this time, they come in lace too. And at RM29.90 its very wallet friendly compared to RM350 for Triumph!
 
 
 
I like it when I'm missed (roll eyes).
Haha I got a 15% discount hence I chose Yves Rocher this time. About time to replenish my shower essentials. Just finished the Sari Ayu Soap and The Body Shop wash. I like the scents already..
 
Time to hit the bed. Not happy that its Monday so soon..
 

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Crabtree & Evelyn Aromatherapy Distillations Relaxing - Floral Body Smoother  

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Crabtree Says:
Treat yourself to a unique and delightful experience. As whole lavender buds, sugar and salts polish your skin to a beautiful radiant glow, the relaxing aroma of essential oils works to calm and soothe your senses. 

For best results, apply to dry or slightly damp skin and rub in a circular pattern. Rinse well, then pat dry. Recommended for use twice weekly.

. Weekly body smoothing treat
. Calms and soothes you with 100% essential oils
. Smoothes and polishes your skin with whole lavender buds, sugar and salts
. Contains no parabens, mineral oil, propylene glycol, synthetic color or fragrance

Scent: Calming essential oil blend of lavender, rosewood, sandalwood and Damask rose. 

Featured Ingredients:
Essential oil blend of lavender essential oil, rosewood essential oil, sandalwood essential oil, Damask rose essential oil (relaxing, calming), whole lavender buds (aromatic, exfoliating), salts (skin polishing, skin smoothing) sugars (exfoliating, skin smoothing), evening primrose oil (skin conditioning), olive oil (conditioning, moisturizing), jojoba oil (conditioning, moisturizing), rose hip oil (Vitamin C – antioxidant), sweet almond oil (moisturizing). 

Foxy Frangipani Says:
This is easily the most luxurious (read: expensive) scrub I own so far... and let me go straight to the point - I LOVE THIS STUFF!

Ok, first the scent is just heavenly. One whiff and I am relaxed. So calming and soothing..

The scrub texture is great for an all over scrub; however I don't fancy scrub with oil for the pits.. There are lots of lavender buds, when crushed, release more calming fragrance. Nice!

This rinses well and I like using this on damp skin. After shower with this srub, my skin feels velvety and always puts me in a great mood. Fantastic for those moody tough days...

As usual, I got this when the collection was launched, I don't remember the price anymore. However much I love this, I doubt I'll repurchase as I'm not keen in paying a bomb for wash-offs. *I wonder if they still sell this.. I have not been to a Crabtree store since my last handcreams purchase*

 

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Crabtree & Evelyn Aromatherapy Distillations Revitalizing - Cleansing Body Polisher  

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Crabtree Says:
The ultimate 'wake up' shower. Cleanse, lightly exfoliate and soften your skin in one easy step. Work into a rich lather as the enveloping aroma of lemon and coriander essential oils revive and energize your spirits. Mineral crystals, apricot and passion flower seeds to gently smooth and polish and acai extract to revive and rejuvenate your skin. Leaves your skin feeling smooth and refreshed

. Revive your skin and your spirits
. Energizes the senses with 100% essential oils
. Exfoliates and polishes your skin with mineral crystals, apricot and passion flower seeds
. Skin rejuventating acai extract
. Contains no parabens, sodium lauryl, or laureth, sulfate, mineral oil, propylene glycol, synthetic color or fragrance.

Scent: Refreshing essential oil blend of lemon, coriander, spearmint, mandarin, ylang ylang, star anise, oakmoss and galbanum.

Featured Ingredients:
Essential oil blend of lemon essential oil, coriander essential oil, spearmint essential oil, mandarin essential oil, ylang ylang essential oil, star anise essential oil, oakmoss essential oil, galbanum essential oil (revitalizing, energizing), aluminum oxide mineral crystals (skin refining, polishing), apricot seed powder (skin smoothing), passion seed powder (skin smoothing), mango (skin conditioning), acai (skin rejuvenating), guava extract (skin revitalizing), orchid extract (skin soothing). 

Foxy Frangipani Says:
Nett Wt:200g
Scent: Refreshing, a hint of citrus
Price: About RM55 (intro price)


Crabtree products are like a luxury for me. I will never be able to justify paying the full price for their products. But come Christmas and whenever they have new products launching (damn, they have alot of launchings per year), is my haul time. Prices then seems ok, not for the frugals but occassionaly splurge is fine.


I love this body polisher!
For the texture, just the way I like it. Coarse enough to feel a good buff, my skin looks healthy after each use. Very smooth to touch, perfect to follow up with lotion. I tend to like coarser texture so I could use it on my feet too.. 


And the scent... oh just heavenly. Very citrusy and refreshing. Makes me feel very pampered.


It doesn't leave oily residue and is very easy to rinse off. The 200g tube lasted me about a couple of months. I use this everyday, on some days, more to cover the entire body.

One gripe though about the cap. It needs to be kept at the drier areas of the bathroom. If it gets wet, some yellowish build up would appear inside - gross. Other than that - perfect!

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Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Relaxing Body Silk  

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Crabtree Evelyn Says:
Spray on a light veil of nurturing moisture anytime your skin feels dry or stressed. Formulated with marine extracts, grapeseed, panthenol and glycerin to condition your skin and help it maintain the ideal moisture balance.
 
 
Foxy Frangipani Says:
Nett Wt: 175ml
Scent: Beautiful sea breeze
Texture: Mist

One of my favourite range from Crabtree Evelyn!
The La Source range reminds me of the relaxing cool breeze. Very ideal for both day and night. For day dreaming too :P

Very suitable for day use because it is non greasy. Spritz on and pat a little for a quick pick me up - the gorgeous scent stays on long! 

Too bad they don't produce this anymore.

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Crabtree & Evelyn Sonoma Valley Hand Therapy  

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Crabtree Evelyn Says:
Specially formulated with natural shea butter to soothe and help protect hands.


Foxy Frangipani Says:
Nett Wt: 100ml
Scent: Beautiful, soft scent (hmmm bunch of flowers)
Texture: Cream
Price: RM55 (not sure if the price has increased)


This is one of the hand cream in my favourite list. I love love love the smell, so comfy, soft, like staying in a cosy home kind of feeling. :D
I have this by my bedside, and is a staple each night before I sleep.


Slather on very well, absorbs quickly and soft hands are mine.
It is non sticky and will not stain keypads. I have another one tube at work.
Am not too sure if Crabtree Evelyn still has this, my last couple of visit; I don't think I notice this. Don't go EOL please!


I don't quite fancy the screw cap.. Maybe I'm clumsy. Sometimes I find it a hassle screwing it back or it will just drop off :P


Price wise, probably a little on the pricey side. But one application lasts a couple of washes.. so I didn't have to re-apply very often. Except that I do, cause I really like the smell.... :)

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Crabtree & Evelyn - Citron, Honey & Coriander Age Defying Hand Remedy  

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Crabtree & Evelyn Says:



Age-defying formula helps reduce the visible signs of aging, leaving hands soft and smooth with a more youthful appearance. A blend of peptides and naturally derived extracts help even skin tone, helps plump and firm skin, and improves overall suppleness.

Contains a unique time-released capsule of antioxidants, which have been found to minimise the damaging effects of free radicals. A custom blend of natural butters and oils has been added to moisturise dry skin.

- Helps even skin tone and improves skin’s suppleness
- Helps reduce the visible signs of aging
- Moisturises

Fragrance: Vibrant lemon & fresh coriander with a touch of sweet honey



Foxy Frangipani Says:


Nett Wt: 100ml
Scent: Strong lime
Colour: Very light pastel green
Texture: Gel-creme
Price: RM 95 (I paid RM15 for this + a amall jar of honey)
Made in: USA


This was introduced as hand serum, to be used before Hand Therapy; hence understandably the texture is light. But to be honest, even for a hand cream addict like me, I find it troublesome to slather on 2 different products..


In a non-air conditioned room, this Hand Remedy does a pretty good job at keeping my hands moisturized. Lasts a couple of washes as well. However, am rather disappointed that it doesn’t give as much hydration in air-conditioned office environment. My hands at times still feel rather tight after applying this. Bummer.

On the positive note, this smells amazing (if you like lime). The scent lingers on and serves as a pretty good pick me up. Very refreshing. And absorption is instant sans oiliness.


Can’t vouch on the evening out skin tone or anti aging claim – my hands are in good condition, except for one mark due to joss stick burn, ouch. I don’t think any product could get rid of the mark sigh.

So if you only require very little hydration for your hands, this may be a good buy.


Except I think it is rather pricey.. I rarely purchase on full price.

Here is a summary of my purchase experience:


Crabtree & Evelyn periodically launches new products, and their members usually get to enjoy a special intro rate. Last year I when they launched the Rose Essence skin collection, I purchased 3 items:


- Day Cream
- Night Cream
- Mask


I had a little problem with the Day Cream. It came in a pump (which is good) and being labeled as cream, I expected – well, cream in texture (duh!). But when I used it, the texture was watery and curdy – like runny yoghurt. It didn’t smell funky, just looked not nice..


Not wanting to risk my skin (having said this, I used it for about a week yo!) I took it back to CE to clarify if the texture was common. They took one pump and instantly offered an exchange. Ahhh I didn’t even have to ask for it (would be a different story if this was some other high end beauty counters).


Because Rose Essence was a limited edition product – I couldn’t get another replacement for a Day Cream. So I decided to replace it with the Citron Hand Remedy. I ended paying another RM15 for this and a small jar of honey.


Yes I did pay slightly more, but the whole experience was pleasant – plus I came home with great products. Would be a shame if I keep the curdy day cream ;)

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I Got It! I Got It!  

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*grins*

So after months after months of working long hours, enduring the freaking cold office air condition and getting really dull looking skin...


On top of the obvious lack of sleep and social life..


I finally got what I was working for..



I've got a promotion! :D *whewwww*
Now I can grin non-stop and relax a little haha.


So over the recent weekend, I decided to pamper myself. Starting with sleep... just sleep.. so nice that it rained in the morning, so I only woke up somewhere near 11.30am :)


And then I thought why not treat myself to something special?
A bottle of Lancome Genifique maybe? (it was on sale on Saturday RM295, rebate RM40, 4 pcs GWP, plus a ticket to Niu Er workshop on the 14th).

After a tasty chicken rice + chai boey lunch, I headed to the mall. First.. my 20 min mini facial by Origins.


A simple double cleanse, scrub, mask and moisturize using their Dr Weil Plantidote Mega Mushroom range. Product scent is tolerable, I quite like it, and not sticky at all.

My face usually end up reddish upon cleansing, but within an hour or so after the mini facial; there were no signs of redness. And I didn't shine, haha. *pleased* Just not pleased with the hefty price tag...

The SA gave me some samples, also from the Zero Oil range..



And something caught my interest. Their facial promotion.
Its a buy 6 free 3 promo. Each costs about RM118, so total would be RM708 for 9 sessions. Which comes to about RM78.66 each.

And what is more.. Each session will include a sheet mask (RM28 in value), so that means the 1.5 hour facial is only.. RM50.66?! Its a deal or what?
Best thing is that it includes alot of massage, which I absolutely love... so just a matter of time before I sign up haha.

So after that, I headed over to: Tadaaa!


Crabtree & Evelyn sent me news of their new skincare range - The Rose Essence collection. I think they knew I was gonna get promoted around this time! And I will always only buy products from new range at trial prices :))

First, redeem some samples - Night Creme and Deep Cleansing Clay Mask.
Next of course was touching and testing out the samples... and then...


So you see, that was why I didn't go for Lancome instead..

The body lotion sampler is a free gift :)

Came home with:
- Rose Essence Night Creme
- Rose Essence Daily Protector & Moisturiser with SPF15 (I love the texture)
- Rose Essence Skin Nourishing Mask

My next damage was a simple pair of sandals from Atlanta, RM19.


And 3 pairs of foot covers at RM10 - no sweaty smelly shoes!

What about some freebies?


Ok time to head home.. enough of self pampering already :D
My Misai Kucing plant looked healthy and ready for harvest..


Good to let dry and then enjoy a cup of misai kucing tea. It helps to regulate blood pressure, and very good for diabetics..

I shall end this post with my favourite yoghurt.. can you guess whats my flavour? ;)

I haven't tried Fantasy Paradise before, but Berry Bliss is total yumminess!
I usually snack on yoghurt if my tummy wants some late night love lol.

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