Badger Stress Soother

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in Badger

I don't usually review a product until I'm either finishing it or at least halfway thru it. So what prompts me to review this new baby I've got just 2 months ago? There is barely a significant dent made to it so far..

- Its 8.30pm and I'm still in the office
- I'm super hungry
- I can feel headache + slight dizziness coming my way
- I'm freezing to death soon
- My eyes are screaming for sabbatical
- I have a grumbling fella in front of me
- All of the above makes me irritated and grouchy.
- I AM STRESSED!

Ideally I'd love to leave for home immediately, soak in warm bubble bath and sip some wine.. but really, how possible is that?

The next best thing? Whip this baby out, look at the cutie and feel some stress beginning to melt away. Start with a tiny smile eh..

Then breathe in deeply... ooh that uplifting tangerine scent! So calming and soothing. I like to rub a little on my temples, nose, wrists and inner hollow below my ears.. and continue to breathe innnnn...... ouuuuuutt.

After a mo, I really do feel less tensed. Cheery as in not so grouchy anymore.
Oh best part that I realized? I am less tempted to "bark" even during PMS - now thats great! It does calm my headache to a degree, not completely.

Doesn't feel oily, absorb almost immediately, doesn't stain. And it is organic :D

Priced at RM49.90, I got this at JustLife @ The Gardens.
28g may seem little, but I believe this tin will last me a long long time..
Just a small dab is needed each time.

Badger Says:
Our Stress Soother promotes calm and courage when times get tough. This balm is easy to use and smells great.

Badger Bill chose specific oils for this balm to help people "rise to the occasion".

In traditional aromatherapy, Rosemary instills clear thinking and confidence; Tangerine and Spearmint are uplifting and cheering; Cedarwood helps build inner strength; Roman Chamomile and Lavender are soothing and relaxing, and Rose is all about love and forgiveness.

Good stuff to promote calm, courage & relaxed awareness when times get tough. Rub it in, breathe deep, think good thoughts and expect results!

Ingredients:
*Extra Virgin Olive Oil, *Golden Yellow Beeswax, Essential Oils of *Tangerine, *Lavender, *Rosemary, *Cedarwood, *Spearmint, Rose Otto & *Roman Chamomile, and CO2 Extracts of Rosehip & *Calendula.

Yippie, more Badger reviews coming soon.

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I Got It! I Got It!

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in Crabtree Evelyn, Origins

*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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Kose Indulgence

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in Kose

One of my belated posts, thanks to my super procrastination :P

It is good news when the sale is on, better news when you get RM20 vouchers for each RM100 spent, and best news when you use vouchers to purchase and redeem vouchers in return! The bad? Slightly guilty because those vouchers aren't mine - those were The Bf's.

Anyway, guilt aside these are part of my hauls lately. Guess who got addicted to Kose after the 25th Anniversary workshop? ;)

I really wanted to try their new sunscreen, so here it is, among my other buys..
- Sekkisei Sun Protector SPF50 PA+++
- Seikisho Clear Lotion
- Seikisho Exfoliating Massage Gel
- Beaute de Kose Pore Serum

And the best part, the freebies:
- Sekkisei Lotion Mask x3
- Sekkisei Eye Cream
- Sekkisei Essence Excellent
- Sekkisei Lotion
- Sekkisei Cleansing Cream
- Sekkisei Sun Protector (mini)
- Sekkisei Herbal Esthetic Mask
- Sekkisei Emulsion
- Sekkisei White Liquid Wash

Happiness! I'm saving these for another 1-2 months so that I can try the complete range :) Except for the sun protector which I am currently using, and I love it. Separate review soon..

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My Beauty Diary Bulgarian White Rose Mask

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani in Mask, My Beauty Diary

Here comes another review on my favourite beauty product - face mask! :)

Pic is from the internet as I'm away from home now hehe.

My Beauty Diary Says:

Foxy Says:

As usual I left it on for more than an hour, hehe.

I used the plastic sheet that came along with the mask to trap more moisture; so I lied back and read The Women's Weekly :D

After an hour, the mask was still moist - still felt comfy. But I quickly peeled it off, massaged a little, and then wiped clean with water. I can leave the essence on as it is not sticky; but I prefer to wipe it with water then proceed with my night skincare..

Scent: Nice subtle rose scent. Quite relaxing.

Texture: Sturdy mask sheet (not easily torn), enough essence but not slippery.

After use, I do find my skin brightened and soft. For the past week, each time after I remove my makeup and cleanse my face, there was this little patch between my chin and cheek that appear red and itchy - I have no idea what causes it. What I love about this mask is that it calmed my skin.. no redness!

And earlier before I washed the mask off, I asked The Bf to translate what was on the packaging (I can't read Chinese :P ). Right after he did, he looked at my skin and went "Whoa, so this stuff works eh? Really brighten leh!"

*all smiles*

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