Empties #60

I must admit I finished up these products around June 2018 but am only now getting round to writing up the reviews for it.

Shiseido Skin Synchro Lasting Liquid Foundation in Golden 3

I recently picked up a new foundation because my Bobbi Brown was looking a little too dark for me and enter the Shiseido Synchro Skin Lasting Liquid Foundation. I was shade matched at the Shiseido store in Sunway Pyramid and they gifted me the Shiseido Full Lash Multi Dimension Mascara along with this purchase.

Mum's birthday presents

It is actually quite difficult to buy presents for my mum because she always says no and has many products to finish up. This year however, I managed to gift her something that she wants.

Empties #49

A few empties to quickly run through. There are some win and some that I will not repurchase.

Shiseido Skincare

Shiseido is a very well established Japanese brand which I find myself progressively more drawn to it as time goes by.

Empties #48

On a trip to Japan, I brought along some items to try and a lot of favourites and trusted skincare. Here are some that I finished up while I was out.

Japan Haul #3 - Eyelash Curlers

My final haul in Japan actually came from the Shin Chitose Airport at Hokkaido and I went in, knowing what I wanted - Shiseido Eyelash Curlers.

Japan Haul #2 - Skincare

Personally, I have always preferred Japanese skincare over Korean skincare, solely based on the fact that it is more established and has been in the market/famous for a longer time. I also think that the Korean are more relaxed and think nothing about having surgery whereas the Japanese seems to have a more conservative look on surgery and are (in my opinion) gentler on their skin compared to their Korean counterparts.

Empties #41 - Skincare Toner & Sunscreen

We cannot talk about Skincare Empties without featuring Caudalie Organic Grape Water!

Empties #33

Empties empties empties! Let's start with haircare this time and I do not have too many items but I decided to do a post because I wanted to clear out the bin!

Japanese Beauty Haul

You don't go to Japan and come home empty handed, that is for sure. From an array of adorable things to beauty items which pack a punch, I had quite a haul.

Empties #30

I could not possibly fit all my skincare empties into one photo because I actually skipped last month due to a hectic schedule and so this month you're in for a massive treat! I have a pretty massive pile and needed to do recycling before I travelled and so here we are!

Empties #18

I like how Fun Size Beauty includes her total number of empties, almost like a monthly and yearly tally, and I thought I would start doing it as well. However, it is already September so I shall just do a monthly tally and start the yearly count when we hit 2016!

FOTD

July Favourites

July appears to be a month of skincare and makeup favourites, I have quite a few rediscoveries and just 1 new addition to my regular skincare.

Shu uemura eyelash curlers vs Shiseido eyelash curlers

Shu Uemura vs Shiseido

The Shu Uemura eyelash curlers are a bit of a legendary product.

I have two pairs, one on the go (gym and travel bag) and one in my day-to-day make up collection.

When flying home from heathrow airport, I made an impromptu decision to pick up a pair of Shiseido eyelash curlers. This is partly because I always see Jen from frmheadtotoe use this.

Shu uemura is not easily available in the states (which is a great shame) so Shiseido seems to be more popular. If you are in London, shiseido is easily available at house of Fraser, Oxford street, and many other places. 

The eyelash curlers are different in colour and the actual eye part differ slightly.
The Shiseido open slightly wider
Left : Shu Uemura
Right : Shiseido

The shiseido pair is flatter than the Shu Uemura's. 

Left : Shu Uemura
Right : Shiseido

Left : Shiseido
Right : Shu Uemura

I thought to switch them round to be a little more exciting.
The Shiseido pair is longer but the Shu Uemura are slightly wider

Both are as effective and it depends on eye shape as well as practice.

I prefer the look of the Shiseido eyelash curlers because of the pewter finish. They also sell the refill pads separately.

However if you prefer Shu Uemura eyelash curlers and do not want to replace them all the time, Bob has discovered that Muji refills are an excellent dupe.

Heathrow shopping

Airport shopping is my ultimate weakness. Everything is suddenly justified because it is cheaper, and with the heathrow rewards card, the excuses and justifications just keep growing.

*you can collect points for most transactions, including boots, Starbucks and even currency exchange at travelex. It is 1 point per pound spent (except at travelex) and every 500 points equal to £5 rebate!

I dropped by World Duty Free and picked up a few things.

Sunscreen

I have tried a few sunscreens and there are a few which I have read so many great reviews that I would definitely like to try them out next.
I once never used sunscreen and this was when I lived in Malaysia,
until I got into skincare and realised I really needed something to protect my skin and that the tanning of my skin actually meant that it was already damaged and trying to repair itself.
Since the sun has been shining the past few days in London, I thought this was a good time to discuss sunscreen!

The ones I have tried for my face includes

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen EX SPF 50+ PA +++ *
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What is in my Carry On Liquids bag

So I just came back from Holiday and it is almost shocking how much I have managed to squeeze into my little 1 Litre Bag!

I actually bought mine from MUJI as it has a little zip and is made of sturdier plastic so I can really put things in without worrying about it bursting (Which has happened once!)

Beach essentials

So I had a short trip to Faro, Portugal with my sister from another mother.

We went to the beach everyday, but from different cities as south of Portugal is basically a big big beach - paradise.

We both only had carry-ons and so we jam packed our allowance for liquids, as shown in the picture.