Annette's WONDERFUL Playground

Today, I'm going to review on one of my beauty hauls from Japan, the Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV. (Mr WONDERFUL got them for me during his last business trip.) About the Product Splash! Feel as fresh as a mermaid princess. Benefits: SPF 50+/PA+++ Smooth gel texture, light & refreshing It is a base, a moisturizing lotion and also a sun screen Suitable for face & body My Reviews: The gel texture is very lightweight on my skin. Applies easily and absorbed into the skin easily. Very cooling texture and refreshes the skin. Not oily or sticky, doesn't clog pores. Good for lazy girls as it is works as a moisturizer, make up base and sun screen all in one. SPF 50+/PA+++ is a plus point. My make up last longer when I apply this before make up, after my moisturizer. Can be applied on both face & body. Cheap when you get it from Japan, less than SGD$10. Currently, this is my fav...

I collected a sample tub of Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask few weeks ago when I received their newsletter.  This is a hydrating mask treatment that immediately reveals softer, firmer, healthier looking skin.The innovative formula's velvety whipped texture has an immediate cooling effect to refresh the skin and the senses. My Reviews: The mask looks like whipped potato but with black tea fragrance. The black tea fragrance is very soothing, helps to keep me relax. The whipped texture makes it very easy to apply on the face. There's a cooling sensation on my skin when applying the mask on. Upon washing out, the cooling sensation remains on the skin for some time. Skin does feels softer and smoother after washing out the mask. I'm unable to comment if my skin looks firmer or not as I see no difference, you may need a few uses to see that. I think that it is a little too expensive for me. Overall it does gives me a very cooling and relaxing feelin...

I had missed out the August box as there was some issue with the payment. Sep's Glamabox box came in late and I got them only in early October. September's Theme: Love Your Body The box looks promising this month. Let's see what's in the box!!! 1. Noelle Lime Grapefruit Body Mist 100ml $20.90 Lime Grapefruit Series contains Cell-Lifting Complex formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera. The body mist is a refreshing, uplifting and luxurious body fragrance that lightly hydrates and moisturized your skin. This item came in a standard full size bottle which is equvilant to the price that i had paid for the box itself. 2. YSYOO Snail Moist Cell Renewal Hydro Gel Mask 1pc $6 Contains high concentration of collagen and vitamins, which helps to enhances the long lasting moisturizing effect. The seamless transparent gel mask is cut into upper and lower part which fits the face contour tightly and allow the ser...

Ever since I started using Gulsha Damask Rose Water, I'm in love with any products that contains rose extracts.  I have recently just finished using my Rose Water Face & Body Mist by L'Occitane and started using this Natural Rose Water by Bulgarian Rose Karlovo. I've won this from a facebook giveaway earlier this year. Haven't got the chance to using this as I had bought quite a few bottles of L'Occitane Rose Mist during my last trip back to KL. Buying this duty free is cheap... :) About the Brand Bulgarian Rose PLC - Karlovo The future of Natural Cosmetics for Skin & Hair A successor to decades of tradition in the processing of rose blossoms from the famous Valley of Roses and in the production of natural aromatic products and high quality cosmetic products. About the Product -  Natural Rose Water 100% natural rose water obtained by distillation of the flowers of the oil-bearing Rosa Damascena P.Mil...

Visited Clarins counter with my girl friend few weeks ago and collected a 7 days trial of Double Serum, Complete Age Control Concentrate. About the Product Imagine a serum which can defy all signs of ageing Double Serum combines two age-defying formulas in one [Hydric + Lipidic] with 20 powerful plant extracts. Immediately, 100% of women find their skin more radiant. In 7 days, skin texture is more refined. In just 4 weeks, visible improvement to all signs of ageing. The complete age control concentrate to revitalize the 5 functions of youthful skin. Skin Hydration Softness & Comfort Cellular & Skin Nutrition Suppleness & Tone Cellular & Skin Oxygenation Skin Radiance & Luminosity Fibers & Skin Regeneration Firmness & Density Fibers & Cellular Protection Prevent of Fine Lines & Wrinkles My Reviews: Seriously, I'm impressed w...

It's been a long time since I redeem samples off SampleStore ! And because it's SG50, they're having a giveaway with every checkout. Wow.... My redeemed samples and lots of other goodies The goodies are worth $19.60. I especially love the Diane Shiny Shampoo & Mask sample, LUCIDO-L Argan Oil sample,  There is also a Himalaya Lip Balm, Pond's Flawless White Facial Foam, My Beauty Diary Facial Mask, UU Care trial pack and some other small little samples. Here's what I redeemed. Bioderma Moisturising Concentrate 5ml Hydrabio Sérum is the first moisture-generating concentrate with Aquagenium®. A BIODERMA innovation, Aquagenium® is a patented biological complex that stimulates the skin’s cellular capabilities, retraining it to generate in depth, and to lock in on the surface the moisture essential for its balance. The patented natural D.A.F. complex raises the skin’s tolerance threshold. Intensely hyd...

Summer is here and it's time to enjoy.... I received my July Glamabox few days ago, and was very happy with this month's box. It was filled up to the rims and it also include a full size item that way way cost more than the box. See.... So many goodies this month.... Let us check out the items one by one. *** All Bella - Oxy-Fibre False Eyelashes 1 Pair + Nail Art Patch 12 Stickers Oxy-Fibre False Eyelashes strand are made of virgin synhetic fibre, each pair of lashes are showing the perfect lash curve C naturally. Nail Art Patch is easy to use. Only 3 steps to achieve pretty nails. It's too bad that I'm one who is bad with false eyelashes and due to my job, nail art patches is a no no for me too. So guess what, I'll put them into a goodie bag and I can host another giveaway. Eyelashes: $3.80/Nail Art Patches: $5.50 *** Luxe - Compact Tampon 2 pcs Luxe Short Tampon's unique d...

After bellabox ended their subscription services, I thought it's time to try Glamabox. I received this generous sample tube from Michael Todd in my first Glamabox. It is a brand that I have never heard of. So I went online to find out more about the brand. About The Brand:  Michael Todd True Organics "You'll love what's in it. You'll love even more what's not." Science, meet Nature. Nature, meet Science. The Simple Truth: Made in USA Made with organic ingredients NO added water NO parabens or triclosan, phthalates or sulfates NO mineral oil, artificial colour or synthetic fragrance NO animal testing About The Product:  Pumpkin Nutrient - Rich Facial Mask Rejuvenating facial treatment which uses nutrient-rich pumpkin blended with Glycolic Acid. Contains high concentrations of proteolytic enzymes, anti-oxidant beta carotene and over 100 other essential vitamins, minerals, phytosterols and fatty acids. Ex...

I have received a bottle of Jejuorga Essential Moisturizing Cream from O'SUM FB Page recently as I have took part in their giveaway. So after using it for about 5 days (Both me & my mum), we could feel the difference on our skin... About the Brand O'SUM O'SUM is the first organic certified skin care line based on Jeju Island, which is treasuring the beauty of the World Heritage Site. O'SUM provides the right natural plant based organic certified cosmetics products that honor your intelligence, your natural beauty, your well-being and the earth. ECOCERT 98.93% of the total ingredients are from natural origin, 14.91% of the total ingredients are from organic farming? natural and Organic Cosmetic certified by ECOCERT Greenlift according to ECOCERT Standard (http://cosmetics.ecocert.com). About Jejuorga Essentica Moisturizing Cream -Helps to normalize the functioning of the skin by supporting its ...

Have you started on your anti-aging care? If you think that it is not necessary because you are still in your twenties, well, you are wrong! Daily exposure to the sun and environment harms our skin, and it doesn't matters whether you are in your 20s, 30s or 40s. There are women who are already in their 40s, yet, they look like a 20 something, and of cos, there are also some 20s who look like 40s. Why is that so? As we age, our collagen production starts to slow down, and it starts slowing down once we hit 25 years old. The lack of collagen causes wrinkles to surface, skin starts sagging and etc. Panic already? Fear not! Ettusais Premium range of Skincare and cosmetics will help to combat aging in no time. Introducing Ettusais Premium Amino Cavier Cream, a 7-in-1 skincare solution for the busy or lazy women, just like me... About Ettusais Premium Amino Cavier Cream This little bottle contains everything you need i...

Have been looking forward to my Sep Bellabox for the longest time already.... I'm so excited as I can't wait to see what's inside my own box. This month's theme: Urban Vibes Celebrate the month of fashion and beauty with this month's Urban Vibes Bellabox... Let's see what is in my Bellabox? Klarity Lasertox CC Miracle White Lotion Get clearer, whiter skin with this 11-in-1 multifunctional waterproof CC lotion that this enhanced with diamond powder and while rosehips. ModelCo Party Proof Lipstick Most of the Bellabox this month will this item , and I have mine in nearly nude. I love nude lipsticks as they are more natural looking. And it comes with an inbuild mirror so you can touch up anytime, anywhere... Young Living Essential Oils Pamper yourself with this natural essential oil. I got Lavender & Lemon. Petal Fresh Organics Aloe & Citrus Moisturizing Shampoo & Conditioner Something new to me, and hopefully, they can really save my badly damaged...

Nowadays, LED Light treatments are so popular, reason being that they are painless, yet effective on our skin. A research by NASA shows that certain  frequencies of light can significantly increase new tissue growth, stimulate collagen production and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Instead of spending lots of money going to the aesthetics to do it, you can now do it yourself in the comfort of your own house. I'm lucky to redeem the HEE Magic Collagen at GoneShoppingToo and try this gadget for free. Very neatly packed in a tiffany blue box. Also contains USB charging cables and travel adapters in case you need to bring it on business or holiday trips... Small little gadget, only 500gms, just nice, holding it on my palm. There is also an eye shade provided, use it when treating your eye contours. What is HEE Magic Collagen? A collagen booster that promotes the production of collagen and re-energize the cellular activity. Benefits Halts the ...