Lunasol UnderEye Concealer - Fake it with zero make-up skill....!!

Trust me lengluis... as we age, the eye area craves attention! And not the good sort of attention though... These days, working late means darkened surrounding eye area. Though sugar_cupcakes never had a problem with the eye area, aging another year has totally changed that!!! SOB-SOB-SOBBBBBB... haihhhhhhhhhhh...

Yeah... faking younger eyes takes all that skill... huhuhuhu... soon all this faking is going to turn into a HIDDEN TALENT of us lengluis... muahahahaha...

This will not be a lengthy review on eye concealers (you can ask Uncle Google that anytime) rather, a straight-to-the-point winner takes all review. (umm... sugar_cupcakes will only do a comparison of make-up which requires almost no make-up skill to apply since this is not exactly a make-up blog...)

Shu Uemura ProGel Concealer

Vs

Kanebo Lunasol Eye Concealer

Vs

Ettusais Eye Concealer

Vs

YSL Touche Eclat

Kanebo Lunasol Eye Concealer is a very obvious winner of the lot. Yeah, Shu Uemura ProGel Concealer has "staying power" it's not as comfortable as... Lunasol which tops the lot because:

1. Its similar to a lip gloss applicator and picks up just the right amount of liquid-y fluid for under the eyes so  the teeny weeny tube actually lasts
2. Coverage about 90% after dusting with loose powder
3. Claims to contain collagen for the feel-good texture under the eyes
4. Because its so easy to use, its takes a lengui with like only 0% makeup skill to be able to use this like a pro
5. This was a mere accidental find after embarking on the journey to hide the late hours under-eye area
6. See more lenglui's reviews here: http://www.makeupalley.com/product/showreview.asp/ItemId=106016/LUNASOL_Under_Eyes_Base/Kanebo/Concealers

DHC Liquid Collagen - Drink to Younger looking skin......

It was near impossible to stick to just the Avalon Collagen Powder when a household name in skincare DHC's Liquid collagen made its debut in Kuala Lumpur a few months ago... Sheeshh... talk about brand loyalty..

Because most lenglui blogs has already reviewed this, it's only fair to give a share of sugar_cupcakes conclusion here... hohohoho...

Conclusion:

• Tastes almost like CollagenMax but nicer
• As usual, liquid collagen shows noticeable results with just a bottle in a couple of days
• These days, a bottle in a week to a fortnight is enough for maintenance
• 7000mg collagen in a bottle is more than enough...
• If the price sticks to its RM149-RM159 for 10 bottles, this brand's a keeper
• Though we'd still hate collecting glass bottles and feeling not too green...

Mermaid Hair in Minutes... Tsuyagla Wave!

If you've ever watched those repetitive tv shopping ads... you'd understand why... (Click on the pic to the vid below)

Yeah... they're similar to Babyliss Wave Envy, but... it seems like Tsuyagla Wave wins tops... Perhaps 'cos their barrels are larger (32mm) so they create less crimpy looking waves and more beachy looking waves... Or just because... THE TOOL IS JUST SUPER GIRLY LOOKING!!! Uh-huh, although... these are not for lengluis who are anti-PINK... BUT... Mermaid waves are just so romantic right now!!

Oh... see reviews below of lengluis who've somehow managed to get hold on one of these! Currently only available to the Japanese market... All the more challenge getting one of these now that they are hot off the shelves... Muahahahahaaa...

• http://estheralways.blogspot.com/2012/02/tsuyagla-wave.html
• http://hellonachan.blogspot.com/2012/02/tsuyagla-wave-review.html

Japan Suction & Shape Memory Bra AKA DynamiteBra

Just when you thought it was over.......... OH NOOOOOOOOOooooooo.... suddenly this site has to show up -> THE BAD-ASS LINK

See the translated reviews.... HERE (umm... the translation is pretty dodgy... but I guess its understandable :p)

Can you believe the product code name???! DYNAMITE-BRA... uh-huhuh... (~~faint~~faint~~faint~~)

And guess what?! This is on the next purchase list... Huhuhuhu... Ever heard of BRAVA? Well... supposedly this works with the same concept -> suction. Only... umm.. this is the Japan version of it :p

Oh well... I guess purchasing a set (about RM200 with shipping) should keep us occupied for now... Lengluis, till the next boob adventure... (oh... of course there'll be updates on any results here - AS ALWAYS!!)


UPDATE 2nd March 2012

Conclusion after a solid 2 weeks of usage everyday for a minimum of 15 mins:

• LOL... These are great!! (there are 2 sizes, I got the SuperDX one since I'm already a B)
• They are 'Made In China' and almost look like your NuBra except that you can't really wear them out since the texture is a wee bit stiffer
• The suction of the silicone cups are pretty amazing, hey...
• It's like leaving the Hai Sun Fong pump cup on with much less suction but that suction stays constant for that whole period of time you have it on
• You know those suction hooks you stick on your wall tiles in the kitchen? Same concept... huhuhuhu...
• Lenglui's with sensitive skin who are prone to rashes, best avoid this because you may get rashes from the silicone irritation with prolonged use
• Okay, for the part that the boob increased in size, its really too early to tell... But what iwannabelenglui's seeing and feeling right now... the product is pretty genuine in it's claims --> provide suction to your cups :p

Cheap-Ass Tools to a Busy Lenglui's Happy Bath Time!!

Some lengluis find bathing a routine hassle for hygine so they do it as squeek quick as possible, whereas some lengluis spend ages in the bath scrubba-do-do and they literally take FO----RE----VER... (--)"

For the busy lengluis... I'm pretty sure we should be neither... LOL... Bath times should really be the ultimate relaxing beauty moments for all lengluis busy-or-not... 

A few rules-of-thumb to go by:

• Make sure your bathroom is CLEAN
• Warm water (with shower filter) is the best for bath time
• Shower is really great for the daily baths (save the tub for a weekend)
• Brush/Wash body towards the heart to enhance blood circulation

Now... to the POINT -> The 5 Cheap-Ass Bath Tools:

1. The Shampoo Brush (RM5)

Use it like a comb with your conditioner for de-tangling that long thick hair. Doubles up as a head massager with head spa... Definitely not for lengluis with easy-to-break-fragile hair.

2. Bubble Bath Nett (RM5)

Helps lather up your soap/shower gel for a nice bubbly wash all over... bubbly-bubbly wash....

3. Cellulite/Body Massager (RM5)

Sure... after a long busy day... the last thing on a lenglui's mind would be exerting more energy to do massaging. But hey... body massagers can feel pretty good during a shower if used with a nice shower lather.

4. Silicone Facial Cleansing Pad (RM5)

Helps with cleaning away residues of makeup so we don't need to double or tripple the facial wash routine. They help lather up your facial wash nicely too!

5. The Foot File (RM3)

Oh.... simple brushing strokes on the balls of our feet would feel pretty nice during and after bath time. Of course then you'd have smooth feet after... hohoho...

IMPORTANT NOTE:

There are a whole load more other tools of course but hey... we want cheap ass tools that don't make us spend too much time in the shower... If you're a lenglui with ultra-thin-sensitive skin, please avoid these tools and be sure to install a shower filter. (^o^)

Botani Acne Rescue Cream - Oh Please Save Me Skin!!

I've always had this thing with Organic products. Though... they are always great to use but never gave any miracles. See that Organic shop in the shopping mall? I probably have a membership there... Garner the fact that either I applied for the membership or bought too many products at one go.... LOL... 2012 New Year Resolution.... THIS ONE HOARDER HABIT has SERIOUSLY got to GO!!!

Okay, so this time, the TNS (The Natural Source in Midvalley) shop was too tempting to resists going in. That's when it took me tops 5 minutes to decide on another skincare range - Botani Skin Rescue Kit.

You know... I haven't even heard of this brand until now (2 weeks later of using the Botani Acne Rescue Cream from their product line) Seems like I don't even need to do much reviews on this. The amount of claims that this is an AWESOME product is massive!!! Look at the reviews and the BEFORE-AFTER pics (oooh my....) from these lengluis....

• https://www.beautyheaven.com.au/skin-care/acne-blemish-prone/25180-botani-rescue-acne-cream
• http://www.soompi.com/forums/topic/345278-botani-rescue-acne-cream/
• http://aquaheart.multiply.com/photos/album/48/Botani_Skin_Rescue_Kit_for_Acne_And_Normal_Skin?&show_interstitial=1&u=%2Fphotos%2Falbum

Conclusion PROS:

• Works in gradually killing off bacterial acne (tiny bumps that's starting to turn huge will just slowly DISAPPEAR... muahahahahaa)
• Does not dry the skin and its pretty nice to use (even thought the scent is umm... rather interesting)
• Anything that helps the skin... is a PRO

Conclusion CONS:

• Seems like the shelf life of this product is pretty short... Hopefully it does not turn ineffective before at least 2 months is up
• This WILL NOT get rid of acne caused by internal factors. It will help maintain it at a... ummm... acceptable size... lol... but... Your acne will stay till you do something about your DIET... See my post on Lemon Juice and Apple Detox

When Concealers Easily Wears Off... Get Shu Uemura Pro Gel Concealer!!

PRO GEL CONCEALER

You know those work-days where lengluis spend long hours ##WORKING## and there's just no time for touch ups?? So just how did those lengluis manage to hide the HUGE red acne? I mean... there's gotta be acne somewhere!!! lol....

Hohohohoho... They were probably using... Shu Uemura Pro Gel Concealer!!! Why does iwannabelenglui say that? See her reasoning below:

Conclusion:

• This concealer has STAYING POWER
• It's does not cake, and covers seamlessly even for lengluis who lacks make-up-blending skills
• Get the right shade and it'll work for the under-eye dark circle too!
• Does not irritate the acne (But of-course you'll need to use a good make up remover at the end of the day)
• Waterproof and smudge proof huhuhuhu... for the long hours...
• Keep your hands clean and just dab on from the tiny jar
• RM85 for a minuscule 5g jar? ITS STILL MUCH LOVED!!! 
• (considering the regular breakouts from good food) lol....

First Step To Say Begone Body Acne!! - Hexagon Shower Filter

So umm, remember the post on Coway Water Softener? huhuhu.... iwannabelengui ended up not getting that because she trialled the water softener for a short period of time and... got the brilliant idea that... the first step to getting rid of body acne should be just a simple water filter! Okay, so maybe Uncle Google helped a little there... lol.... Get rid of the rust that you don't see and chlorine that would end up being bad for you lengluis in the long run.

And being true to her words, iwannabelenglui stuck by the shower filter (Hexagon Shower Filter to be precise) for several months already. Conclusion = OH-FOR-GODS-SAKE.... go get yourself a shower filter! If spending like RM100 or less for a simple filter that would last you 6 months without cartridge replacement means making so much of a difference to the skin, think about when you spend hundreds on your oh-miracle-skincare.

Go wrap a white cloth around your shower head and run the water through several minutes. If you see the cloth turning yellowish brown, baby, it's time you invest in a shower filter. It doesn't matter what brand you choose, just get a reasonably good one that lasts.

Conclusion for Hexagon Shower Filter:

• Seriously? No more chlorine taste or smell
• LOL... I really don't see the rust any-ways but yes... the back-acne reduced
• When you shower, it feels good... Like showering in drinking water...   
• Money-well-spent....  muahahahahhaha...
• Reason for getting this brand? 'Cos its easily available and replacement cartridges are sold everywhere (cosway markets them)