May-June (2017) Haul

Hey dolls!

I've been having troubles deciding on my next steps in life. Haha! I am still nowhere near completing my thesis for grad school and I dunno if I should start a business or find a higher paying job. LOL 

One thing is certain, I still like buying beautiful things. And that is why I need to decide ASAP! #PressureMuch

Anyway, here are the latest products I added to my beauty and also art and home supplies:

First off, my package from Althea last month:

Healthy Vinegar Skin Toner in Wine - PhP 480.00

It's in wine!!! Haha! Well, I have read that apple cider vinegar is good for the skin so even though this is not exactly the same thing, might as well give it a try. Haha! 

Nightingale Eraser Toner Daily Derma Astringent in Fresh Peach - PhP 770.00

I actually just browsed Althea in search of a new toner so that I can just join in with my officemates in their order so that we don't have to pay individual shipping fees. I ended up buying two toners and other things. LOL

4D Pore and Balance Solution Foam Cleanser - PhP 240.00

It's My Cushion Case in Pink - PhP 235.00

I've been intrigued with this since I saw it some months ago. I have some extra foundations and skin care lying around that I want to finish and I thought that I can create a personally mixed cushion. 

Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch - PhP 50.00

Because eye patches are LOVE!

During the start of the month, I shared a press release from Daiso showing some of their new items. The post also got me interested to check them out again and I bought some stuff!

Markers and Drawing Ink - PhP 88.00 each

A drawing ink that's affordable at that size! Woot! Gonna share some of my works using that soon. ;) 

Mini Dustpan and broom

Kitchen Sponge for bottles (I use this for my big thermos)

PhP 88.00 each

Laundry Bag and Baby Wipes

Handy for traveling!

Cooling Mat for pets

PhP 88.00

My pet shih tzu loves using this! 

Yoga Mat - Php 88.00

It's not as thick as I want it to be but I actually have an older one (that's as thin as this one) that I place underneath this.

 Dishwashing liquid - PhP 88.00

I also bought other items like a hand bag with red stripes design, some cake and chocolate decorating tools, and an ice cream scoop!

 Human Nature Natural Feminine Wash in Chamomile Cool

I forgot the price. Haha! My friend Helen recommended this. I have yet to use it as I'm finishing the one I currently have.

It's also my first time visiting a Mumuso store! I went to their Fishermall branch. These are the items I brought home...

Banana Milk Beautiful Skin Shower Gel - PhP149.00

 The smell is soooooo gooooood! I even use this as hand soap so I can smell it often. Haha

Spring Hydrating Spray - PhP 88.00

I like facial mist and I just got curious about this one because it is unscented. I actually like fragrant once but I have an officemate who doesn't like floral scented ones so just for the office, I have an unscented one. 

Not in the photos are a square handle comb and cotton pads, both PhP 88.00

And finally, I took advantage of BeautyMNL's mid year sale. Wooot! 

 PRO Studio Beauty Exclusive 10-Piece Expert Class Oval and Linear Brush Set

PhP 999.00 from PhP 2,800.00

I've always wanted a set. I like the finish of my makeup when I have this brush. I alternate it with my beauty blender.

Maybelline Fashion Brow Mascara 

PhP 174.00 from PhP 249.00

My brows badly need this.

#InWithTheBold Bundle 1: 

1 Listerine Healthy White (500ml) + 2 Maybelline Loaded Bolds (Pitch Black & MidnightDate) - PhP 599.00 from PhP 823.00

I AM IN LOVE WITH MIDNIGHT DATE! Stay tuned for the swatch post! 

And that's all the products I bought! Haha! Which ones are you most excited about for a review? Let me know!

Cheers,
DAWN

Review : Human Nature Natural Strengthening Shampoo in Soothing Aloe

 Hey dears!

I'm going "kind of" organic with my hair care. My scalp experienced some irritations from my previous shampoo that caused breakouts so I want to go milder just to see if my scalp's condition would get better.

I just finished my first bottle yesterday and here's my review on:

Human Nature Natural Strengthening Shampoo in Soothing Aloe

This 500ml bottle is Php 289.75.

Back of the bottle

Info from the website:

Save your hair before it’s too late with Nature’s latest technology! Clinically proven to reduce hair fall by 80% and thicken hair by 90%*, our Natural Strengthening Shampoo is infused with hydrolyzed protein -to fortify your hair- and Philippine coco nectar, a revolutionary ingredient that bursts with amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Plus, our breakthrough CREAMFoam® technology acts as a lotion to moisturize your hair and scalp making it strong and healthy with natural shine! 

For silky strong hair, pair with our 100% Natural Strengthening Conditioner.

*A 30-day clinical study compared Human Nature’s Natural Strengthening Shampoo with shampoos containing sulfates such as SLS/SLES.

• 96.4% Natural 
• Phthalate, Silicone, Sulfate, and Paraben Free 
• Cruelty-Free
• PET Bottled, #1 most recycled plastic in the world! 

Did you Know?
Seeing bubbles doesn’t necessarily equate to clean and healthy. Chemical surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are commonly used in chemical shampoos, which create that comforting foamy lather that we’re used to seeing. However, SLS/SLES has been reported by the Environmental Working Group (www.ewg.org) as a moderate hazard to human health, and has been linked to skin irritation, cancer and organ toxicity. 

Ingredients:

aqua, sodium cocoyl isethionate (coconut derived), decyl glucoside (coconut derived), sodium lactate (sugarcane derived), sodium gluconate (sugarcane derived), guar gum , Cocos nucifera (coconut) nectar, dicaprylyl ether (vegetable derived), Persea Americana(avocado) oil, levulinic acid (rice or corn derived), natural fragrance oil, hydrolyzed wheat protein, sodium phytate (rice derived), anisic acid (anise seed derived), citric acid

Beauty Tips:

When making the switch from a chemical shampoo to a natural one, some people experience slight irritation of the scalp – a detoxification effect from sudden withdrawal from chemicals in your usual shampoo – as it adjusts to the natural ingredients. Don’t worry though, if you do feel this, it should disappear after regular use of the natural shampoo. 

Here’s a tip for extra scalp care: Massage a few drops of our Sunflower Beauty Oil into your scalp before you sleep, and shampoo it off in the morning.

Product care tip: Give your shampoo bottles a quick shake before using to make sure that you get all the goodness into your hair.

The cap is easy to open unlike other shampoo bottle caps that requires quite a lot of force to open. I hate those! Haha!  

The shampoo isn't as thick as the commercialized ones. 

It's easy to get it from the bottle since it flows easily out of the bottle, plus, the bottle is easy to squeeze too. 

The scent is very mild and smells of aloe. Don't expect that the scent will linger in the hair. This shampoo isn't as foamy as the usual shampoos we use since it is mostly organic and doesn't have the chemicals that make that fluffy foam. Having lots of foam doesn't make your hair cleaner anyway.

I wish I bought the conditioner as well. The shampoo alone wouldn't provide enough moisturization for my hair. Don't get me wrong, this doesn't make your hair dry but the intense weather here in the Philippines can damage your hair.

The 500ml bottle lasted more than a month and I use it daily (I have oily scalp so I had to shampoo daily so that my crowning glory doesn't look greasy). At first, you wouldn't really see much difference. I still experienced the same amount of hair fall and I still had lots of frizz hair. Now my hair is more manageable. I still have hair fall problems but not as major anymore.

I like the result this shampoo has done for my hair. I would probably buy this again but I think I'll be trying out other brands that offer organic products first. Haha! :P

Have you tried this shampoo from Human Nature?

What about their other variants? :)

Cheers,

DAWN

Human Heart Nature Natural Feminine Wash Chamomile Fresh

Hey girls!

Let's move away from the makeup and talk about taking care of our most intimate area.
We always want the best for us. We look for products that work well and most importantly, doesn't damage our skin. That's why I'm switching to organic products as much as I can so I try and explore options that work well with my body. And good news for me because I found a good feminine wash for everyday use! 

Human Nature Natural Feminine Wash

This is around Php 160.00 for the 200ml bottle and Php 60.00 for the 50ml bottle.

I have been using feminine wash for so long. My mom is an obstetrician so she gets quite a lot of samples from different brands so I could really say that I've tried quite a lot. But since I'm not well familiar with chemicals, I opted to try something that is mostly organic since I believe it is a lot gentler and safer.

So let's explore the packaging! It's in a clear bottle which I like because you'll be able to see how much of the product is left. You'll also see the batch number and expiration dates labeled on the bottle along with the product description, directions and ingredients list.

More info from the website:

Product Description

98.66% Natural

Every woman deserves the peace of mind that comes from knowing she uses only the safest and gentlest care for her most intimate area.

Switch to nature’s gentle touch with our pH balanced, clinically tested feminine wash. It has soothing aloe vera and chamomile, cleansing agents from coconut, as well as natural preservatives from rice and anise for a fresher, cleaner, and more confident you.

Did you know: Many chemical feminine washes contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES). According to the Danish Institute of Public Health, SLS damages the skin proteins and disrupts the skin barrier allowing ready penetration of carcinogens. So don’t risk it and go for the natural clean!

Here are some intimate care tips to keep you fresh and confident:

- Use intimate garments that allow your skin to breathe; stick to light natural fabrics like cotton
- Allow your skin to dry naturally before putting on clothes
- Avoid chemical washes, sprays, and powders that might disrupt your natural pH

The rule of thumb? Keep it fuss-free; nature cares best!

What I love about this product is that it is so gentle. I never experienced any itchiness, irritations nor dryness with this (I experienced some of this from some brands before). It has a very mild chamomile scent too. It has a gel-like consistency so you can easily control the amount of product you use. It's also super affordable!

You can easily access this product from leading supermarkets, department stores, dealers and in Beauty Bar.

Have you tried Human Heart Nature's Natural Feminine Wash?

What are your thoughts on this? :)

Cheers!

DAWN

Review : Human Heart Nature 100% Natural Purifying Facial Scrub

Hey beauties!

With all the pollution and sunlight I let my skin face everyday, I make sure I use products that are least harmful to my skin. And I believe that these products are those that are mostly natural/organic.

So for my current facial scrub, I bought one from a brand that is known to use no harmful chemicals - Human Nature!

Human Heart Nature 100% Natural Purifying Facial Scrub

A 50ml tube is worth Php105.00. I bought mine at Beauty Bar, Robinsons Magnolia.

It is very, very, very affordable! It's one of the reasons I love buying stuff from Human Nature, they don't hurt the wallet much. Haha!

So here some info from the back of the tube:

It's 100% Natural, and cruelty-free! No parabens and other toxic substances!

Product description from the website:

Exfoliate your skin the natural way with our 100% Natural Purifying Facial Scrub! Made with real strawberry seeds and fine bamboo granules to soften your skin while gently removing dirt and toxins, our facial scrub allows you to show off your healthy, smooth and luminous complexion without compromising your skin!

Did you know: Salicylic acid, one of the most common ingredients found in many chemical facial scrubs, is designed to fight acne and is also used as an exfoliant. According to cosmeticsdatabase.com, salicylic acid may have harmful effects on your brain,nervous and reproductive system and can act as a skin irritant and penetration enhancer allowing other harmful chemicals to penetrate deeper into the skin. Because of this, its use is restricted in Canadian and Japanese cosmetics. So why use it in yours?

Here's what the product looks like when squeezed out:

It's thick but not sticky and the beads for this scrub is actually strawberry seeds! Fascinating, right? It also has bamboo granules which are probably finer since I myself can't see it but you can actually feel it when you are using the product.

The scent is of raw strawberry. I would have preferred the scent of a strawberry milkshake though but the scent gives off the organic feel to it. Anyway, it still smells yummy!

I have been using this for 3 weeks now, thrice a week and I never experienced any drying on my skin. I never had breakouts of skin irritations as well. Whenever I use this, I really feel like my skin is oh so clean!

But would I buy again?

Honestly, I'm torn since I'm used to rougher but finer beads in my facial scrubs.

My face is acne prone so I get some blackheads and whiteheads here and there time to time and this doesn't help much in lessening/preventing them compared to some scrubs I have used before.

But all in all, I think this is a great facial scrub and would suit all skin types! I encourage people to try this out themselves. It's super affordable so why not? right?

Cheers!

DAWN