I have been naughty and been skipping my weekly facial mask routine lately, but last week I did put on one face mask, and it's the Innisfree Natural Essential Mask in Avocado. This is the first time I tried Innisfree sheet mask, actually this is the first time I try Innisfree product!

Innisfree is one of those well-known Korean beauty brand that boasts the benefits of nature from the pristine island of Jeju in Korea, they pursue an eco-friendly green life to preserve the balance of nature, so that's why their products are made from natural ingredients and eco-friendly.

Like almost all girls and women in Asia (and some of you in Europe and US) who has been crazy about Korean beauty products, I am starting to collect them too ;p If you read my blog a while ago you might remember that I won 4 bids of Innisfree sheet masks on eBay the other day, they are:

-Innisfree Natural Essential Pine Mask

And from those 4 variants I decided to try the Avocado Mask first ;)

I Bought it at:  eBay

The ingredients :

My face overall complexion has been a bit dull lately, maybe because the food I ate, and because I was lazy to cleanse my face thoroughly lately, and been neglecting my face wash routines. And then the small breakouts came out one day when I didn't clean my face thoroughly after using sunblock (TIPS: Must cleanse your face extra clean when using sunblock because sunblock can clog your pores!). So I started my routine weekly face mask again and picked this mask out of my sheet mask pile ;p

Actually I chose this mask randomly from the Innisfree mask sheets pile because all of the masks were written in Korean and I don't know which one is right for my current skin condition since they leave no further explanation on the packaging. So I grabbed the Avocado one instead ^o^

It is a mask-sheet type and what I noticed first is how many essence it had in the mask and in the packaging. When I pull out the mask there were still a handful amount of leftover essences in the bottom of the packaging. The sheet is probably one of the thinnest sheet mask I've ever tried, and it was fully submerged with rich essence.

It has a very subtle lovely scent that you won't probably notice because it's so subtle. The size is really fitted for my facial frame (which I love!), and the thin type of the mask makes it adheres really well to the skin and feels more comfortable on the face. I can walk around with this mask on without having to worry that it would slip off my face ;p

When I put it on I felt an instant cooling and refreshing feeling on my skin. The thin sheet already has much essence on it that when I put it on and lie down on my bed there were some drips that falls into my neck (minus point).

Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, and then take it off and massage in the extra remaining essence on your face in circular motion until it's absorbed by your skin.

My face feels good and refreshed instantly! It felt really well-moisturized and the cooling effect lasts until I fell asleep. The surface of my skin is smoother and more radiant. It erased my dull complexion and gave me a radiant and fresher complexion instead.

Overall, I love using this mask. Aside from the dripping essence factor that I told you earlier I actually love the way that this thin mask sheet contains a whopping 20ml of essence (!) which helps to deeply moisturize the skin. I love the cooling effect on the skin and love the fresh feeling it gave to my face. I can't wait to try other variants of the Innisfree mask sheets! ;)

Last week I use Lady Soma Anti-Oxidant Berry Masque,

click here to read it.

 

After I reviewed a local online beauty shop a while ago -which is rather disappointing- this time I will review an International online beauty shop that most of you would already probably know: Sasa.com. 

I shopped at Sasa some few weeks ago but I just have the time to review it now. Sasa is already quite famous amongst beauty bloggers and to those who likes to shop for Korean or Asian beauty products (Etude House, The Face Shop, etc) as well as high-end International brands such as Clinique, L'ancome, L'occitane, etc.. They are based in Hongkong and they ship worldwide. Their international shipping price is tolerable (unlike most website that usually have high shipping price), and sometimes they also throw in some Free Shipping promo aside from other regular monthly promo.

I love shopping at Sasa because they have wide selections of brands and products! I can spend hours just browsing their website :D They also have many great discount promo and special deals that you can get everyday, and they have VIP member service that can give you more advantages.

I shopped there while they were having a "Free Shipping for minimal order of $25" - and spent lots of time trying to browse and decide which products that I want to throw in my shopping cart because there are lots of mini-sized items or face masks that I want to try that are less than $5! Many of the face masks were only around $1-$2 each! So $25 can get you lots of things, depending on what you want to buy ;p

So after many hours browsing and browsing and browsing... I finally made up my mind:

The package came in a medium large postal shipment box, and inside it the products were all wrapped up nicely. The products inside were also in a very good condition.

The shopping process was fast and hassle-free. They accept Paypal payment too aside from credit cards so I use my paypal to pay for my purchase. After the payment is finalized they sent you a notification email so you can check the shipment progress. For Indonesia they use International Expedited Shipment ,so I received mine in about two weeks. 

And here is what I bought:

There are many selections of products at Sasa. Whether you're looking for a mini-sized item or a full-sized item at Sasa, the price would be just right, sometimes it even cheaper than the price at the counter. Their price is also usually cheaper than other international online beauty store alike, so Sasa is usually my best bet to purchase high-end / premium brand products.

Their wide selections vary from skincare to cosmetics, fragrance, and bodycare products, they also have Men products as well as other health products. The store looks like a really big beauty department store, I just love it! 

There are other brands that I've never heard of before but by reading the review and introduction there I felt like I want to try them all, LOL.

The products:

 The face masks (!) : 

Sasatinnie Intensive Sparkling White Mask, VOV Daily Fresh Wash-Off Pack in Cereals, VOV Daily Fresh Peel-Off Pack in Multi Vita Egg, VOV Daily Fresh Wash-Off Pack in Green Tea Collagen

 And the free bonus:

 BSC Pro Deluxe 8x Fat Burner Pellets Pack Box

Overall, I really recommend Sasa.com. 

My experience shopping at Sasa has been wonderful. The products that I received were in great condition and as accurate as the picture in the website. The price is just right, their currency is not as high as other online store so you don't have to worry about over-priced product. They also accept Paypal (this is important for me because I prefer paying with Paypal then with my creditcard), the shipment is medium fast for Expedited Shipping, the product options are abundant (lots to choose from!), the product selections vary from medium to high-end brands, ranging from Korean/Asian brands to International Premium brands. And the special promo and discounts are very tempting too.

I usually wait for their Free Shipment promo or any other big promo to make a purchase there ;p I also subscribed to their newsletter so I can be updated on those promos and be notified if the item I want that was out of stock is available to purchase ^o^

Who might shop here: Those who are looking for Asian / Korean brands skincare and makeup but couldn't get them easily at their countries, and those in Asia who are looking for some discounted items on International premium brand products such as Chanel, Kiehls, Estee Lauder, etc.

If there is any product above that you want me to review first, please be my guest and let me know.. ;p

Last weekend I went to Bandung for a day trip with my family. It was just a one-day trip, leaving Jakarta early in the morning and arrived in Jakarta again around 9 o'clock at night. And then the next day (Saturday) I had another family weekend mini getaway, staying at a hotel downtown with my husband's family. 

I had very little sleep because we went out early on Friday, arrived late at night at the same day, and then had to wake up early again on Saturday morning, slept late that night at the hotel, and then woke up really early again on Sunday morning to have breakfast together. So all those lack of sleep makes my eyes really puffy and looking very tired at the end of the day.

And that's when I decided to try the Talika Eye Decompress that was sitting on my work table. I mean, it's the perfect time to try it out, right? Because it claimed to make our tired eyes looked like we just had an 8 hours of sleep in just minutes!

"Eye Decompress, Only 10 minutes anytime, anywhere, instant tablet for soothing those tired eyes.

And here's what Wennie, the Assistant Brand Manager of Talika Indonesia said about the product:

"Eye Decompress adalah masker mata instan untuk menyegarkan mata yang tampak lelah. Cocok digunakan saat traveling atau untuk mata lelah akibat kerja lembur. Mengandung bahan alami cornflower extract yang mempunyai aroma segar & menenangkan"

I got this Eye Decompress from the Talika event a while ago so I don't know whether this packaging is the one that you will find at the store or is it a sample packaging. 

The Eye Decompress that I received came in a folded packaging with the instruction at the back. And when you open the folded packaging it would look like this:

Yes, the white pastille thing is actually the eye mask itself! And amazingly it only took a few seconds for the white pastille to turned itself into a full-sized eye mask after being dipped in the clear blue solution. I just can not believe how fast it is! You blink and you'll miss it ^o^

Below is what the pastille looked like after it was dipped into the clear blue solution:

Noticed that the small round pastille had turned into a bigger white clump at the last picture? What looked like a messy clump is the actual eye mask that we can use instantly on the spot. And here is what the eye mask looked like when worn:

The size is perfect for the eyes area, and when I put it on it felt breezy and very refreshing. Although it was dipped into a water solution but it didn't feel wet at all. It feels damp but not watery. It is very soft and relaxing on the eyes. I put it on for 10 minutes as suggested, and within those 10 minutes it gradually gives me a bit of cooling sensation -which I love (!)- because it instantly gives your eyes that rejuvenating and refreshing feeling.

When I took it off after 10 minutes I see some difference in my eyes. My tired looking deep eye-bags were reduced and the puffiness were also slightly reduced. My overall complexion also looks more refreshed because of that.

Overall, this Eye Decompress is suitable for those times when you had "lack of sleep before the big event". Or for those moments where your eyes are incredibly tired and really puffy. The small and compact size of this Eye Decompress makes it really easy to carry on your makeup bag. It's fast to use and hassle-free too.

What's your favorite brand of casual footwear? I still haven't found my most favorite casual footwear yet but my hubby has a favorite pair of Crocs sandals, and he wears them all the time, almost on every casual occasions. He seemed to be very fond of them, and they do look really comfortable on him. The sandals are black and have a thick bottom sole so they are quite cushioned, suitable for long walks.

Crocs are quite famous but pretty expensive here in Indonesia, but if you're living in the States I found this link on Frugal Dad website where you can get free coupon info and discount codes for many variety of big brands and product companies. I'm always on the look out for special discount price or promotions info, and that's how I first found the Frugal Dad website. If I can save a little bit on a product, especially when they're regularly expensive, then why not, right? 

You can always find new coupon codes and discount info every few days on their website, they always updated them regularly. When I browse their website this morning I found some coupon codes from crocs where you can get some good deals on Crocs products. Currently they are offering 20 to 40% discounts on Crocs and other special Crocs deals that makes you want to go buy and save a lot!

And Crocs footwear is something that you want to invest on. They are famous for their durability, comfortable style, well-fitted design, and they are great to wear for all weather and condition, even through the rain. They're great for outdoor activities such as the beach or country walks, so it's great for the whole family. And they now have many styles that's geared towards men, women, and children. They even have wedge style now! Very modern and up-to-date style variations.

Kids love Crocs, I think all my nephews and nieces have crocs that they always wear all the time. Crocs have colorful designs so no wonder that all the kids love them. If you have little kids then you must go check out Frugal Dad for their special deals and coupon codes, you can save quite a lot when you shop with coupons. You can also try and snag some promo codes for your online Crocs purchase. Other option is to also check out Crocs website for special offers on clearance merchandise etc.

Have you guys heard about the Konjac Sponge ? 

If you haven't then I would like to introduce you to one of the best cleanser that I have tried so far ;)

I received a Konjac Sponge last week from My Konjac Sponge, and as soon as I received the email from them I immediately search the internet and visit My Konjac Sponge website and found out so many great things about the konjac sponges.

Konjac Sponges are the softest and most gentle yet effective skin cleansing product on the market. A research in Japan has proven that Konjac sponges can deeply cleanse without damaging the skin and it's better than any normal wash cloth or wash sponges. 

The Konjac Sponge is made from natural “Konjac” fibre. 

What is a Konjac fibre, you might ask?

Konjac fibre is a revolutionary vegetable fibre from the root of the Amorphophallus "Konjac" plant. It is a plant native to Asia and sometimes are also known as Konnyaku.

My Konjac Sponge is the Indonesian company currently supplying Konjac Sponges all over the country. Their Konyaku sponges are made to the very highest standards, using the purest volcanic rock filtered water and food grade “Konjac”. 

Originally designed for babies, it is probably the softest most gentle yet effective skin cleansing product on the market. They are 100% Natural and completely environmentally friendly. No colouring and no-additives, just straightforward, biodegradable, healthy plant material. 

My Konjac Sponge has several Konjac Sponge variations on their website, and I received the Water Drop Volcanic Stone Facial Sponge: 

The Water Drop Volcanic Stone Facial Sponge is a pinkish sponge that is naturally made of 100% pure vegetable fiber and enriched with drops of volcanic stone that could absorb excess oil on our skin as we scrub the dirt off the skin. It is perfect for those with oily complexion or skins that prone to spots and acne; and for those who have problems with shiny oily skin, blackheads and breakouts. It is also suitable for those with eczema or hypersensitive skin.

I have a combination-oily face so it is the perfect variant for me to try. When I first open the packaging I was surprised that the sponge is actually in a damp/almost wet condition. And I guess that's how it supposed to be, because I read somewhere that when a konjac sponge is dry it could be as hard as a stone. So the damp sponge is a Plus for me. That means you can also use it instantly after you open it from the package. 

Here is how to use it (taken from the website):

The sponge comes with a thin hanger on it so you can hang it after every use. Remember to hang it in a well–ventilated area to air-dry. And also remember to re-hydrate it again with water before re-using it.

This Waterdrop Volcanic Stone facial sponge is meant for facial cleansing purpose but I guess it could also be use as body cleanser. The waterdrop shape with a pointy end on this sponge is great for facial cleansing though. It makes it easier to reach those hard-to-reach little places on your face such as the corner of your nose, the area around your eyes, and the corner of your lips.

My Take:

I love how it felt on the skin when I cleanse my face with it. I tried it without using any cleanser and my facial complexion looks glowing instantly after I use it. It made my complexion more smooth, radiant, and plumped. It makes my skin looks and feels healthy! It's just amazing how a sponge can cleanse your face thoroughly without even using any cleanser.

I also tried it with a cleanser and you just need a tiny amount of your cleanser with it because the sponge would make it extra foamy, and the results are (if not better) is as great! My face feels thoroughly clean afterwards and the complexion looks healthier and less oily. It's best to use it after you clean your makeup because it is a facial cleanser and not makeup-remover after all. I myself love to use it in the morning (and sometimes in the afternoon too), (and / or at night time after removing my makeup) ;p

Overall, so far I love it and would recommend it for anyone who wants to have a clean face and body. There are konjac sponges for different skin condition (even sponges for men) and for body on My Konjac Sponge website.

This one costs IDR 59.000 (less than $6) and it will lasts up to 6 months. With everyday usage and great results, I'd say it's very worth the price.

You can check out their website and Facebook page for more details and info. Or you could also email them at info@mykonjacsponge.com for ordering the product.

As you might have noticed from reading my past blog posts I'm currently having a problem with dark spots that seems to start conquering my face now. I think those were caused by the sun rays because I wasn't aware of the importance of using sunblock back then (but now I have learned -the hard way- that sunblock is very important!). So if there is a new beauty product that is designed for repairing blotchy skin appearance harmlessly and naturally then I would love to hear more about it.

And that's why I am so intrigued with this new product called Luminaze. It is a beauty product that claims to have the ability to actually breaks down melanin in your skin for a visible improvement in the appearance of dark spots and overall evenness of skin tone in only 7 days!

LUMINAZE Skin Tone Illuminator
The catalyst for beautiful skin.

It is clinically proven to work better and faster than the leading prescription ingredient, and it's gentle enough to use every day.

The Luminaze uses patented natural enzyme harvested from a mushroom that grows on trees high in the Swiss alps. The Luminaze enzyme targets melanin and breaks it down, promoting an overall even skin tone by only targeting excess pigmentation. If use regularly it would achieve a dramatic improvement in reducing the appearance of dark spots caused  by sun and aging.

The Luminaze is not a spot-treatment, it is meant for your whole face. It comes in a two-in-one pumped bottle containing two different formulas that should be used side by side for maximal results. In one product you got: The patented Active Luminaze Enzyme, and The Bio-Activator solution.

The price is $120 at their website, and if an opportunity rises up, I would surely love to try it myself.

Buat yang follow twitter nya Dove (@IDoveIt) pasti pernah dengar yang namanya Dove Beauty Camp atau kampanye "Dove Swing It On". Bagi yang belum tahu, beberapa waktu yang lalu Dove menggelar ajang pencarian dengan judul "Dove Swing It On", yang mencari sepuluh perempuan dengan rambut kering, kaku, dan kusut.

Kenapa yang dicari yang rambutnya rusak?

Karena mereka yang berhasil terpilih akan diundang mengikuti Dove Beauty Camp selama 5 hari di mana mereka mendapatkan perawatan rambut khusus dari Dove menggunakan rangkaian Dove Nourishing Oil Care untuk memperbaiki kondisi rambut mereka.

Dove Nourishing Oil Care ini adalah varian terbaru dari rangkaian perawatan rambut Dove yang memadukan manfaat minyak alami dari biji almond, bunga matahari, dan coconut oil yang dapat menjadikan rambut lebih lembut, berkilau serta mudah diatur. Jadi pas banget untuk perawatan rambut kering, kaku, dan rusak.

Selain itu mereka juga bisa menikmati berbagai kegiatan seperti: talk show dengan Indy Barends, jewelry-making workshop by Elizabeth Wahyu, Shopping Race, Make up Class by Bobbi Brown, dan lain lain. Dan pada dua hari terakhir, mereka akan menjalani shooting untuk video clip terbaru Dove. Wow!

Nah kebetulan saya berkesempatan hadir di hari ke-3 acara Dove Beauty Camp tersebut. Pada hari itu para peserta datang ke Grand Indonesia untuk mengikuti berbagai macam acara. Ada makeup class bersama Bobbi Brown, Shopping Race di Level One dan makan malam bersama Maia Estianty, brand ambassador Dove di Ninety Nine Restaurant. 

Sesudah acara di Grand Indonesia, para peserta kembali ke Camp di Rancamaya Bogor. Katanya sih mereka masih harus latihan menari bersama koreografer ternama Indonesia, Mas Eko Supriyanto untuk shooting video clip terbaru dari Dove.

Pas di acara tersebut, saya lihat rambut para peserta sangat lembut, indah dan berkilau. Rasanya hampir nggak percaya kalau sebelumnya rambut mereka kaku, kering dan susah diatur. Menurut para peserta, perawatan intensif dari Dove Nourishing Oil Care itu memang membantu memperbaiki kondisi rambut mereka.


Hmm, saya jadi nggak sabar ingin melihat video clip nya :) Let’s check it out at www.dove.co.id

I did an outfit poll a couple of weeks ago and to my surprise I received many responds from you guys, I had quite many voters on my last outfit poll so I guess you guys kinda liked that kind of posts. And because of that reasons I thought I'd do another outfit poll again today ;)

If you remember my previous (and first) outfit poll, I asked you guys what should I wear to a day out with friends, and of all the three outfit choices I gave you here's your number one pick:

Thank you for those of you who has voted and picked the outfit for me. Based on the poll results there was an absolute contender:

• Look 1 : 62.5 %
• Look 2 : 6.2 %
• Look 3 : 31.2  %

A big percentage (without a doubt) goes to Look number one, followed with Look number three which had a 31.2% (so I probably would also wear this look some time in the future).
And here is the actual outfit that I wore based on your number one choice above:

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And now I need another vote from you guys to help me decide which outfit that I should wear on a cold windy day. The theme for today's outfit poll is: Scarf. 

You know how scarf can help keeps you warmer on a cold / windy day, right? So here I have made three "outfit plans with scarves" that I'm not really sure which one I'm gonna wear. So please help me choose. You can vote for which look that you think is the best / better one from all these three outfit-plans below. You can only vote for one look though ;p

Cardigan and Vintage Scarf