SampleRoom: ZA Cosmetics' Skin Care Series

SampleRoom did it again :)

Featured brand for the week is the new skin care line series from

Za Cosmetics

(info source: www.za-cosmetics.com)

Za is a cosmetic brand designed to support women who desire sophisticated beauty with confidence and
vitality admired by everybody. Both Za skincare and makeup products require no special techniques to
ensure easy use and simple skincare steps. However, they can improve your make up while making your skin
look naturally beautiful. Za cosmetics allow you to shine your life style more beautifully.
Za skincare enhances the skin's self-revitalizing power to create naturally beautiful and healthy skin.
Za makeup ensures upgraded natural makeup to make the skin look naturally beautiful.

Za is a brand that offers a-to-z products to draw about your potential to the maximum for more radiant beauty.
Za is simple, yet elaborately designed to draw out your unlimited potential with the minimum products to achieve
your own a-to z Both skincare and makeup products allow you to produce a variety of finish from natural to dramatic
while maximizing your natural beauty.

Now, for their new product line:

Solve all skin problems with Perfect Solution.

A high performance anti-aging skincare line, which solve 3 main troubles of the women, age 25 to 35; “Firming”, “Translucence”, and “High Moisture”.

____________Za Perfect Solution Toner____________

Full size: 150ml

Price: PHP 595

Sample Size: 1 pc. 150ml (full size)

This lotion addresses age- induced skin problems and achieves firm, glossy skin.

How to Use:

Saturate a cotton pad with about 1.5ml of toner. Starting on the broader areas like the cheeks and the forehead, carefully and slowly blend in from the center of the face outwards. Repeat this two to three times.

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

_________Za Perfect Solution Cleansing Foam________

Full size: 100g

Regular Price: PHP 345

Sample Size: 1 pc. 100g (full-size)

With its resilient lather, this cleansing foam cleanses your skin into youthfully plump, firm skin.

How to Use:

Squeeze a small amount onto your palm, and add water to create foam. Massage gently over face in circular motion. Rinse thoroughly.

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

__________Za Perfect Solution Moisturizer__________

Full size: 125ml

Regular Price: PHP 625

Sample Size: 1 pc. 125ml (full size)

This emulsion addresses age- induced skin problems and achieves firm, glossyskin. It features a fresh, dewy texture.

How to Use:

After applying toner, apply about 1ml of Moisturizer on a cotton pad, or onto the palm of your hand. Starting with the cheeks and the forehead, slowly and carefully apply the moisturizer from the center of the face outwards. Repeat this two to three times.

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

____Za Perfect Solution Restoring Collagen Cream____

Full size: 40g

Regular Price: PHP 725

Sample Size: 1 pc. 40g (full size)

The key to a youthful look is the skin condition at 3 parts of the face: eye area, mouth area, cheeks. This product offers a thorough solution to this problem and achieves firm, youthful skin with less visible wrinkles.

• INTENSIVE TRIANGLE TECHNOLOGY

Improves firmness and VA palmitate reduces wrinkles.

Special ingredient for cream - Vitamin A (VA) palmitate transforms into retinol, thus reducing wrinkles.

• 7 TRILLION COLLAGEN CAPSULES CONTAINED IN ONE JAR (40g)

After the cream blends into the skin with Za’s unique technology, your will find a non-sticky, silky texture.

How to Use:

After applying toner or moisturizer, take some cream onto the fingertips and dot on 5 points of the face. Then spread it evenly over the skin.

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

Thanks Sample Room and Za Cosmetics!

Review: Wet n Wild Silk Finish Lipstick

     I decided to do a make-up review for a change and since I know that sometimes I go MIA, I would like to feature what I have right now before I finish them all up and their labels start to fade.

Disclaimer: This is not a paid review.  Item being reviewed was acquired by the blogger herself.  Source will be indicated.

Wet n Wild Silk Finish Lipstick

photo captured from wet n wild site via google

my personal tube. bit dirty since i already started using it :)

Color : Light Beige Frost (510A) 

Description : Glides on creamy for moist looking lips.  Enriched with conditioning ingredients of Vitamin A & E and Aloe Vera.

Source: From Pretty Fix September Collection

Price Range: P150 – P190

Observations/Opinion:

• Glides smoothly during application.
• Has a pinkish undertone and a bit shimmery against the light making it moist looking.
• I do have dry lips, so I let it stay for the duration of the day (applied at 2PM) to check for lip condition. After 3 hours of lip smacking, talking, smiling and drinking, color is still vibrant. After 2 hours more, color starts to fade but is still there until it became a dark pinkish tint for 3 hours more.
• The pigmentation was OK considering I wasn't wearing any lip liners and the dark edges of my lips are hardly visible ( the reason why I don’t use sheer lipsticks).
• The fragrance is subtle for you not to eat nor hate :D
• Packaging is simple and a no-brainer. But if you are a lover of cute packaging, you might not want this.

Rating: 

(highest is 5)

Price = 4
Application = 5
Moisture = 4
Pigmentation = 4
Staying Power = 4
Fragrance = 3
Packaging = 3.5
Overall = 3.9

Will I buy again? Yes but in another shade. Although according to friends, the color when worn was ok with my skintone, I still find it a bit pink, and I am not that fond of pink lipsticks :) although I don't mind using it on lazy days ...


Any comments or suggestions?  Please feel free to comment on my box below :D

hugs and kisses:)

WINNIE

Early Christmas Giveaway!

Can you feel the Christmas Spirit already?

Well if you don't, this giveaway may change your mind.

A group of bloggers has joined forces to give a full load of prizes just for you.  Since we are already in the Spirit of Christmas and giving is our priority, we decided to send the lucky winners an Early Christmas Present through this giveaway.

This Christmas Giveaway was brought to you by:

Angelo (zblogs.net)

 Mary (marynarvasa.com)

Lhynne (fashionlurve.com)

Lai(randomaholicchic.blogspot.com)

Winnie (ideya-atbp.blogspot.com)

Mei (heartyblue.com)

Dhadha(classysweets.com)

Pauchee (paucheecasimiro.com)

Nadine (ilove-pink.info)

Lhyzie(lhyziebongon.com).

GIVEAWAY DETAILS

This giveaway is open worldwide

Giveaway will run from November 10 – December 15

I will announce the winner by December 16, 2013

Winner will be randomly chosen via Rafflecopter

Winner have 48 hours to send to me his/her details or I will chose another winners

Now the good part...

PRIZES

PS: Each prize comes with a surprise gifts that’s not included in the photos. 

Joining is very easy! Just follow the Rafflecopter below.  Goodluck to everybody!

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BDJ Box : November '13 Blushing Beauty

This is somewhat a late unboxing post for my November BDJ Box due to recent project commitments and work loads.

Coming from my previous October hype when I got the Maybelline products, this is a new set that would defer from the previous theme of Expressing yourself.

This month's theme is all about Blushing Beauty.   Simplicity at its finest by making sure that your skin is clean and clear.

Now onto the unboxing:

ZA Perfect Solution Cleansing Foam

full size @ 3.5 oz

Regular Price: 345php

Made with Marine Collagen that encourages the skin's renewal process, and nature-derived plant seed extracts, this high performance anti-aging cleansing foam gives your skin a youthful resilliance and a silky glow.  A small amount is all you need for thoroughly cleansed skin!

This one, I will have to keep since I always keep a good facial wash at home and at work.

The Cream Factory Bath Cream

sample size @ 7.5fl oz

Regular Price: 699php @ 26fl oz

Made from real Goat's Milk from the Netherlands and 100% Active Botanical Extracts.  The Cream Factory Bath Creams will leave your skin feeling velvety smooth and fresh all night.  It's yummy delicious and fun, like dessert for the skin.  Use it like a normal cream soap using a sponge or a loofah.

I have been curious with this one since I saw it being posted on social medias. I really have a very dry skin and I wanted to see if this can remedy that.

Oil of Argan Oil

sampler size @ 10ml

Regular Price: 600php for 30ml size

This rare oil is extracted from the nuts of Argan Trees in Southwest Morocco.  Its blend of Omega-6, Vitamin E, and essential fatty acids makes it a potent moisturizer and antioxidant.  When used regularly, it restores the natural tightness of your skin , preventing signs of premature aging.
For face, apply on skin ailments like Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Skin Asthma and Acne.  For hair, may be used as a leave-on treatment. For the body, maybe applied to stretch marks, sunburns or on nails to soften brittleness.

Now this, I have to try.  It has so many benefits that I would wish to come true.  Will update you soon with this one on a separate blog.

Canmake Powder Cheeks

full size

Regular Price: 390php

This finely milled powder blush from Canmake gently colors your skin , for a soft and natural finish.  Just dust lightly over your cheeks for a warmer complexion and a more colorful look.  It comes with a cute compact case so you can take it wherever you go.

I really need a good blush-on that wont feel to heavy on my skin.  For a morena like me, this shade is absolutely gorgeous and natural looking when applied.

Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss

fullsize @ 5.9ml

Regular Price: 570php

Color: Bordeaux

Get a pop of weightless color with vivid, mirror-like shine with Colorburst's Elasticolor technology and its micro-crystal formula.  It is also packed with moisturizers and anti-oxidants such as sweet almond oil and vitamin E which conditions and improves lip texture.

The color is actually for plumish and darker than the picture.  Will have to make a swatch if this actually goes well with my complexion. 

Yves Rocher Naturelle Eau de Toilette

sampler size @  7.5ml

Regular Price: 1495php for a 50ml size

Composed of 90@ natural ingredients, this fresh and sparkling scent will infuse your aura with a blend of green, floral and fruity notes.  It has facets of crisp green apple, an innocent floral heart of Egyptian jasmine absolute and peach blossom, grounded by hints of Virginian cedar, amber and musk.

The bottle is not full and the cover is a bit tricky to remove.   If you are not careful, the contents may spill out.  Will do a separate review on this when I use at work to test how long will it last.

Plus a BONUS item: Saforelle Gentle Cleansing Care

sampler size @60ml

Regular Price: 159.75 for a 100ml size

I already got a 100ml size of this from another box and I am having my daughter use this because it is a bit hypoallergenic. Its a good item since I no longer need to buy another one :)

This box came with a curator card.  One thing I noticed though is that in the BDJ Box 7-day challenge instruction, it says to use the ZA Perfect Solution Moisturizer from the November Box.  Not sure if this is an error or only selected few are able to join because I definitely received a cleansing foam and not a moisturizer.

The stickers for the Stick It to Win It were already put into good use that is why you only see 3 stickers in the pictures. :)

There were no coupons for this box.  Summing up all the full sized products, the box's worth is roughly P 1305.00  which is not bad cause I still got more than what I paid for :)  also, the sample size of the other products are still big enough for me to use for a while to see the benefits.

Now I can't wait for the December Box :D.  Hoping it to be very great since it is after all Christmas.

See you on my next Unboxing Bellas!

Sample Room : Vidal Sassoon New Hair Care Series

This post is kind of late but better late than never J

Sample Room has never failed me whenever I get to try products that I would normally be hesitant to try because (1) they are pricey and (2) you wouldn’t know if the products would work on you or not.

But then again, you don’t have to go through all that if you are a member of Sample Room.

Because of the Numerous hauls I had from them, I already decided not to number my transactions but will be dedicating the initial title of every post to Sample Room with the featured product.

Another exclusive new line of product is from:

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

Vidal Sasson

Vidal Sassoon was the original salon genius.  His forward-thinking and innovative techniques revolutionized the hair industry, inspired trends and changed the hairdressing world forever.  Driven by an insatiable curiosity to understand and bring forward the future, Vidal Sassoon blended influences from the worlds of fashion and design, to create a signature style which changed the face of female beauty. Today, Vidal Sassoon’s legacy thrives in the legendary Sassoon Salons, Academies and product lines.

Featuring, a new line of hair care series.

Vidal Sassoon Premium Base Care Series

Vidal Sassoon Premium Base Care Series moisturizes and infuses each hair strand with elasticity to reduce frizz and enable effortlessly lifted styles.

A. Shampoo and Conditioner:

RTB / Technology:

Amino Salon Essence - Deeply penetrates into hair and targets and helps repair the most damaged parts of hair

Dual Surfactant Formula - Enables deep  moisturization of every strand of hair –  for  hair that’s manageable and easy to style

How to Use:

Apply to hair and gently work up lather without rubbing the hair strand against each other.

B.Treatment:

Nourishes and helps repair hair damage, like damage due to hair colouring.

How to Use:

After Shampoo and Conditioner, spread onto wet hair after lighlty squeezing out excess water. Massage the product onto your hair, down to the hair tips.

Shampoo:

Full size: 190ml / 480ml

Regular Price: PHP 199 / PHP 459

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 190ml

Conditioner:

Full size: 184ml / 470ml

Regular Price: PHP 199 / PHP 459

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 184ml

Treatment:

Full size: 169ml

Regular Price: PHP 199

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 169ml

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

Vidal Sassoon Premium Color Care Series

Vidal Sassoon Premium Color Care Series contains specially formulated ingredients that help hair damage due to coloring, while retaining vibrant color and enhancing shine

A.Shampoo and Conditioner:

Transparent Veil Technology

•Helps repair visible hair damage due to coloring, retain vibrant color and enhance shine.

How to Use:

 Apply to hair and gently work up lather without rubbing the hair strand against each other

B.Treatment:

 Helps retain vibrant colour and enhance shine

How to Use:

After Shampoo and Conditioner, spread onto wet hair after lighlty squeezing out excess water. Massage the product onto your hair, down to the hair tips

Shampoo:

Full size: 190ml/ 480ml

Regular Price: PHP 199/ PHP 459

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 190ml

Conditioner:

Full size: 184ml/ 470ml

Regular Price: PHP 199/ PHP 459

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 184ml

Treatment:

Full size: 169ml

Regular Price: PHP 199

Sample Size: 1 bottle of 169ml

(info source: www.sampleroom.ph)

Thanks Sample Room and Vidal Sassoon!

Ideya-atbp's 2nd Monthsery : Nail Arts ATBP Package Giveaway

It has been two months since I posted my first blog entry.  Although, the account was made years ago, I never made it through posting a single entry. It was only about two months ago when I was fresh from my 2 months long vacation from surgery that I found the appeal of being a blogger and wanted to experience the feel of having people you hardly know recognize you and appreciate what you have to share.

So last week, I decided to put together a giveaway for you guys to commemorate my 2 months of dedicated blogging :)

All items for grabs are provided by me; therefore I personally handpicked all the stuffs that I am giving away.  There are actually two giveaways.  The other one will be scheduled after a few days on my IG account.

Up for grabs: Everything you need to start decorating your nails.

2 Floral Water decals

2 Full Nail Water Decals (for hand)

2 Full Nail Water decals (for feet)

1 Buffer Set
1 BK Sand Polish
2 3D Nail Art Stickers

2 Gold-finish Water Decals

2 Silver-finish Water Decals

Assoted Nail Art Stickers

1 wheel of assorted cut fimo clay designs

2 Nail Polish Tubes built with Striping brush and pen
2 packs of artificial nails

A manicure brush
1 toe separator

2 sets of floral water decals

 2 sets of full nail water decals for hands and feet

1 Buffing Set

BK Sand Nail Polish

2 packs of 3D Nail Stickers

2 Gold Finish Water Decals

2 Silver Finish Water Decals

Assorted Nail Art Stickers

2 Packs of Assorted Artificial nails
1 pair of toe separator
manicure brush
1 wheel of assorted fimo cut designs

2 refillable polish tubes with built-in pen and striping brush

I don't know wether I am going overboard since I am only celebrating my 2 months in blogging...but who cares :D

The raffle will officially open on October 21,2013 and will end on November 20,2013.

Mechanics:

1. Complete the mandatory requirements in the rafflecopter for you to qualify in the raffle.

2. This giveaway is open to Philippine Residents only.  I will be shouldering the shipping cost of this item. Ensure that your address is serviceable by our leading couriers (JRS, Air21 or LBC)

3. Please don't use dummy accounts especially for blogs, Facebook, Instagram and Tweeter for the sole purpose of joining this giveaway.  

4. If a certain entry is not applicable to you, hit the "Cancel" button for that particular entry and leave it blank. 

5. The entry of the winner will be initially checked and should it be found that the entry is invalid, another winner will be declared.

6. The winner will be announced via IG, Tweeter, FB and E-mail.  THe winner should be able to respond within 48 hrs from the announcement.  Failure to respond would mean forfeiture of the prize and another winner will be selected.

And the winner is:

Rhea Juaton 

Please send me an email at waurelio77@yahoo.com for your details (Name, Address, Contact #).  You have 48 hours to claim your prize, otherwise, another winner will be selected.

Thank you.

For those who did not win, do not worry since I still have lots of giveaways this December.  For the meantime, do not forget to join our current giveway:

Early Christmas International Giveaway

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Good Luck!

xoxo

WINNIE