I finished quite a lot of opened full sized products back in December (see my last Empties post) so this month there were not much left. Most of these are old products that I need to finish, and there wasn't much products this month maybe because I have used up all of the full sized ones back in December.

Nonetheless, these are products that I managed to used up this time and I'm glad I emptied them all because some of the products listed were very old products that I was so eager to finish.

As usual, I will list them below in categories so it would be easier to read. I also commented on whether or not I like them, and what product that I use to replace them :)

M A K E - U P 

Tony Moly Backstage Eyeliner | NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Ibiza 

Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara

Hugs n' Kissies,

I'm slowly building a more curated wardrobe since last year so I like to collect more upscale pieces that would lasts me years and years, rather than keep buying cheaper items that would only lasts me 4-5 years. But don't get me wrong, I still buy pieces from generic brands like F21, H&M or Matahari brands. And for trendy pieces that are "currently on-trend" I like to buy them at even cheaper places like small boutiques or from ITC 😜, Because these "trend items" usually only wearable for a year or less, because once the trend ends you can't wear them anymore because you're afraid you'll look outdated 😛 Yes people, it's hard to follow the trend all the time ...

Anyway, that's my method ==> Buy cheaper items for trendy items that you think wouldn't last long. But then invests in buying classic pieces that you know you can wear forever by getting them from more upscale brands. For me, it's alright to spend a little bit more towards an item that you know you WILL wear forever. But it's NOT worth it to buy trendy items with expensive price because they would only lasts until the trend is over (which usually around 1-2 years max). 

So anyway, that's the reason why I purchased these items at the first place, because I think they would  make a good investment in my wardrobe. I also always look for cheaper way to purchase them so I don't mind getting them from preloved market or consigment store especially if they are still in very very good condition (*most of them even still looks like new or still has their original tag on!*).

First of all is this flowy knit cardigan with silky trim which looks like a shrunken kimono-esque robe 😀 I love this Kenzo wrap cardi since the first time I saw it at the store but at that time I wasn't willing to pay for the initial price. Luckily I waited long enough because finally I can purchase it within the price range that I'm comfortable with ;)

This is my first Kenzo clothing item and I always love their clothing such as their iconic Tiger sweater (which is on my wish list but they're too expensive and I never found a sale, *sad face*). I also love their Tiger espadrille which I purchased last year from Reebonz. So this is my second Kenzo item in my wardrobe right now, and hopefully the start of many in the future, LOL... (*well, a girl can dream, right?*).

Anyway, I love how flowy and airy this cardigan is. The knit is so nice and light so it's perfect for the tropical weather here. I also love how the silk trim softens it up a little bit, making it looks more elegant and wearable for formal wear. The silky trim also has an oriental pattern, making it look like a kimono ;)

Another week another sheet mask. 

Right now I'm trying an Olive sheet mask from the Korean brand The Face Shop. The packaging is mostly in Korean hangeul but all I can say is this Olive sheet mask is a moisturizing and nourishing mask containing olive extracts that provides extra moisture and helps smoothen dry and rough skin. 

The Face Shop Olive Sheet Mask is part of their "Real Nature" series that focuses on real natural ingredient such as Olives fruit.

Olives is known as a great ingredient for dry skin. It is used as moisturizer for centuries. It provides intense moisture and has rich antioxidant properties too. This Olive sheet mask from The Face Shop is definitely meant to give moisture for dry parched skin, but I think normal or combination skin can use this too.

This mask has a proper size and fits nicely. It has a subtle scent that don't really bug me at all. It is said on the packaging that the air pockets within the sheet mask contain handfull nutritional essence, providing natural moisture and nourishment to skin. It does give moisture and plumped up skin afterwards, though there's a slight tingly sensation at the first few mins, but it's okay though, because I guess that means it's "working" ? hehe..

The sheet mask itself is really wet because it is packed with lots of essence, but when worn it's not drippy at all. Oh how I love sheet masks that don't drip (!). It means I can do other chores while using this sheet mask, multiple tasks!

Overall it is an okay mask. Not really different from other sheet mask that also gives moisture to your skin. But I think it is one of those nice sheet mask that you can put on while doing something else and then felt great about it because your skin would feel moist and fresh after using it :)

What's your favorite sheet mask nowadays ?

Yap, gue ke Miniso lagi dong dong dong ... hahaha.. 

Perasaan akhir-akhir ini kerjanya ke Miniso terus, soalnya emang nyenengin banget tokonya, karena : 

(1) Aku anaknya seneng printilan, 

(2) Harga di Miniso murah dan serba terjangkau, 

(3) Walaupun murah tapi kualitas barangnya gak murahan.

Siapa yang setuju ayo angkat tangan hehe..

Singkat cerita, Miniso adalah salah satu toko favoritku saat ini dan seperti yang selalu gue bilang : i think Miniso should consider me as their ambassador hahaha..

Anyway, langsung aja to the point ya.. 

Ini hasil jarahan Miniso ke 6 ku dari counter Miniso yang di Pondok Indah Mall 2 :

And that's it for my 6th Miniso haul. 

Nantikan haul post ku selanjutnya karena aku masih ada dua Miniso haul posts lagi comin' up! hahahaha ... Jangan bosen yah :)

Kalau kamu suka beli apa di Miniso ?

See my previous Miniso hauls by clicking here and scroll down on that page.

If you know me in real life you would know that I love stationary. I just love collecting them, and even though I don't use them enough but I keep buying them just for my collection. Sometimes I even love to just browse and stare at them to enjoy their beauties. That's how much I love stationaries :)

Every time I received an invitation card I always kept them if they look well-designed or particularly pretty. To me they could serve as inspiration. I also always appreciate a good quality and elegant invitations, especially if they come with a very nice design like these ones from Basic Invite, a website specializing on invitations, photo cards, etc - where you can choose or create your own custom design and then they will print them out for you. 

I've been looking into their website and just couldn't stop browsing around because they have many premade templates and designs that you can choose and custom made with almost unlimited colors and over 40 different colors of envelopes. 

Once you select a design you can can change the color of each element and customized it to your taste. You can see the final result with the instant online preview on the website, and then you also have the ability to order "custom samples", which is a printed sample of your actual invitation, so you can see exactly how it will print out. This way you can also sample the quality of the paper before you place your final order. Not many printing company have this kind of service so I think it is a nice feature that you can get from Basic Invite.

Don't worry if this is your first time because their website is easy to navigate, and you can easily browse all the different offers they have. For example, there's a wedding sample kit that you can click, or you can start by picking any color you want. They offer different kind of invitation and cards such as thank you cards, holiday cards, birthday announcements, even customized guest book. These are some of the designs I love from browsing the website :

Lastly, Basic Invite also offer "Addres Capturing Service" that allows customers to simply share a link on any social media to request their friends and family's addresses which will then be stored in the customer's account and be selected during the design process, so there's no more writing addresses on your own.

If you're interested in their service there's currently a special offer of 15% OFF coupon with code : 15FF51

[PS: This is a sponsored post, in collaboration with Basic Invite] 

This is also my first time trying on Guardian sheet mask. On the packaging it says that this sheet mask is dermatologically tested. This particular mask would gently peels away impurities and dead  skin cells. It is also enriched with kiwi extracts that helps reduce excess oil and refreshes skin.

The sheet mask inside was rather thick and it has a strong fragrance smell. I don't think I ever used a sheet mask as strongly fragranced as this one before, so I don't really like it because the scent is just too strong. As you know, we used sheet mask by slapping them on to our face, so the strong fragrance became too close to our nose, and that kinda turn me off. It was like an artificial scent too, so it wasn't pleasant at all. Infact it felt like wearing perfume on my face :(

Anyway, regarding the formula, it has many essence on the sheet so it felt comforting and hydrating on the skin. There were also lotsa essence left in the packaging which you can use for extra essence by patting it on your face or use as lotion for your arms. I experienced a hot tingly sensation for the first few minutes but I think that's just the mask working itself on my skin ;)

Though it was drenched in moisture but the sheet mask did not drip when worn on the face, and this is the most important part for me because I hate dripping sheet mask more than I hate overly fragranced sheet mask. So I cannot stand dripping masks (!) but luckily this one did not drip and actually fit quite comfortably on my face.

The after result was like usual : smoother and slightly brighter face, as well as plumped up skin. My skin absorbed the essence fully and it made me feel refreshed. My face also felt hydrated and I didn't feel the need to add more moisture afterwards for the rest of the night. 

Overall, I like the bright and colorful packaging of these Guardian sheet masks but I hate the strong artificial smell. However I do like the fact that it didn't drip and how the essence was easily absorbed by my skin and keeping it hydrated and plumped.

So have you tried any Guardian sheet masks yet ?

Time for some Empties again.
These are my last empties from December which as usual I'm posting it late (😓). There wasn't as much products as my last Empties post but I'm still happy because most of the products this time were full sized products (!) so I'm really happy to be able to finish them and make some rooms for newer ones 😉

So without further ado, here they come ...

Let's start with ...

> Recommended for dry skin
> Replacement : Still using up Senzues Night Active Body Lotion
> Not available anymore
> Replacement : Still using up Soap & Glory "Girligo" Body Moisturizing Mist

> Recommended
> Replacement : Avene Soothing Moisture Mask


> Will not repurchase because it doesn't work with my skin anymore
> Replacement : Moving my C20 Vitamin Sleep 9 to 5 Crema to my travel bag as my travel night cream


> Recommended | Will repurchase in the future
> Replacement : Still trying to use up my Antipodes Joyous Serum which I despise because of the smell :(

Finally emptied this one (!) LOL. I had this for sooo loooong, and I don't wanna throw it away because I can still use this up. I had a few powder / compact powder opened and I use them alternatively, so I had a hard time finishing them up because I just had too many used at the same time I can't finished one of them quicker. This was actually one of my fave because it gave me a layer of matte finish and makes my skin looks smoother. The shade 03 Soft Natural was also a match to my skin. You can read the full review on my old post here : Caring Colours Everlast Dual Action Cake.

> Recommended
> Replacement : Still using up my Dior Diorsnow White Reveal UV Shield Makeup

This one was also a very old product. I held on to this and kept storing it in my vanity drawer because I remember how the pale nude pink color macthes my skintone back then. It's hard to find a pale pink shade that matches my skintone so that's why I kept holding on to it. But alas, when I tried this on again after not touching it for the longest time I found that the formula has gone bad. It's not the same as it was when I use it many moons ago, so I had to say goodbye to this lip butter that was once a rage in the beauty world. You can see swatches and read the full review on my old post here : Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter.

> Won't repurchase as I still has many lipsticks in my drawer

> Replacement : The Balm Girls Ima Good Kisser Lipstick which has similar pale pink shade

> Recommended
> Replacement : Astonish Silk Soft Anti Bacterial Hand Soap







Hugs n Kissies,

Yayy, another candle review!

After a long time not reviewing candle here in this blog, I finally write a new review! If you read my previous post (Last Purchase of 2017) you would know that I had just made a purchase on Bath & Body Works semi annual sale (SAS) last month.

As we all know, BBW candles are pretty  much expensive especially the large size ones, so I only purchase BBW large candles during their SAS Sale where they usually have big discount. The sale usually held near end of the year, and this time they are having 60% Off (!) so I went there in a hurry.

I purchased 3 of their candles and a couple of handsoaps and room spray, and this one below is the candle that I first lit from the bunch :)

Bath & Body Works Merry Mistletoe
"A blend of citrus, blue spruce, and frosted cranberries create this perfect holiday scent".

This one smells sooo gooood in the jar... I remember I fell in love instantly with the scent when I sniffed it at BBW counter. After countless times sniffing different candles at the counter this one stood out the most (along with a few other scents). So I picked this up instantly because it is one of those rare scent which me and hubby both agreed and liked. Because usually my fave scents are not really his favorites and what he likes are not my best interest (LOL) so agreeing on one scent is pretty much a rare occasion, so this Merry Mistletoe is definitely one of those "rare scent" that we both liked.

I also fell in love with the beautiful jar which looks so christmas-y and winter-y. Although I'm not a Christian but I still love the festive jar and especially the winter theme design. I don't know why but I always love winter themes. In fact, winter-y scents are one of my most fave scent from BBW too.

The rich green color of the candle and jar sticker makes it even more festive combined with the silver design and mirrored lid. It is an overall festive candle with an elegant look worthy of sitting in your best table :)

Anyway, back to the candle, here's the scent description according to the website :
"Mistletoe Leaves, Frozen Cranberries, Sparkling Holiday Pear, Icy Peppermint ".

To my nose, it's a wintry icy scent. The imagination of "walking through a cold green forest up in the hill during winter time" runs through in my head whenever I smell this candle. It's an icy green / woodsy scent more towards cool pines aroma to my nose. I could detect a slight fruity aroma in the scent (because it has cranberries and pear) but they are overcast by the cool green woods aroma.

As I told you I love this scent from the first sniff at the store and still enjoy sniffing it from the jar until now. But although I loved the scent so much off the jar but when lit the candle's scent was a little bit too strong, especially for a small room like my apartment. It is a very lovely winter scent (which I like) but it's just too strong for my little apartment.

The winter woods-y aroma is a little bit strong for my nose and it could definitely mask any unwanted scent in your room because of its strong sillage / scent-throw. Don't get me wrong, it's really nice if a candle has a strong scent-throw because that's what we expect for the price of the candle, but with a heavier note like this sharp pine/woodsy aroma on this Merry Mistletoe candle my nose can't smell anything else but this candle.


But then after a couple of times burning it I think the strong scent subsided a little bit. Now it's not as strong as when I first lit them. I don't know why the aroma gets a little less strong after a couple of burning time. But it's still good though!

Overall, if you like pine / winter green woods aroma with a hint of minty coolness in the air you will probably like this one. And I would still recommend it especially if you have bigger area in your house, because when you first lit the candle the scent will get a little bit heady and strong and I think it would fill your room(s) nicely. But if you have super small room(s) like me I would probably suggest you purchase the medium (1 wick) candle instead so it wouldn't be too overwhelming for your nose ;)