Makeup | Shiseido IBUKI Survival Kit VoxBox

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This is the first time I received a VoxBox from Influenster and I'm very excited to try out this Ibuki box! I'm very familiar with Shiseido's skincare lines like Ibuki and White Lucent, but I've never really used their cosmetic products. In terms of what I have used, Ibuki Protective Moisturizer is one of my favourite moisturisers because it makes my skin feel super plump and hydrated. Additionally, the Urban Environment Tinted UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 43 is a go to daily favourite :)
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Shiseido has a letter that's already stamped and encourages you to tell someone why you care about them and why they're beautiful to you. I'm thinking of writing a little something and send it to my mom! <3
 Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate 

Additional to the letter, which contains 3 days worth of ultimate concentrate. The VoxBox also includes a deluxe sample in addition. I had previously been gifted a full size 2 years ago and was able to really try it out over a prolonged period. Ultimune is a:
A one-of-a-kind boosting pre-treatment that helps defend against multiple signs of aging and damage, while enhancing the effects of skincare that follows. 
In general, Ultimune can boost your skin's immune and help it defend itself from external aggressors like sun damage, pollution, etc. However, I found it too rich for my skin as it is usually given to older clients. I gave my bottle to my mom and she uses it every night after toner and before serum. Ultimune boosts the serum used over it and helps you use less to get the same results! It has a really refreshing scent, easily absorbed and instantly makes my skin feel softer. 

My review: 7/10
Shiseido Ibuki Beauty Sleeping Mask 
An overnight leave-on gel mask featuring vitamin capsules that melt into skin, helping you wake up to a well-rested and radiant complexion. 
I used half the packet one night and woke up with amazing skin despite sleeping super late and only getting a few hours of shut eye! Somehow it reduced all the redness and my skin looked very even. The gel itself is clear but also has some yellow bubble/beads in it that disappear when you apply the cream. According to Shiseido these are actually vitamin capsules. It's very light-weight, absorbs easily, and has the same light fragrance all Shiseido products have. This is one of the top products in my Shiseido Vox Box and would definitely consider purchasing after I run out of my current night time cream! 

My Review: 9.5/10
Shiseido Ibuki Quick Fix Mist

This sample size mist is easy to throw in your bag to help refresh your makeup. Sephora says it's a
"dewy, refreshing gel mist that helps visibly correct shine, dehydration, and day-worn skin while preventing makeup from wearing off or creasing."
At first I thought this was a setting spray but it's actually best used as a refresher throughout the day to touch up your skin/makeup. The formula is a little bit viscous and gel like. My only concern was not with the product itself but rather the deluxe sample packaging. The mist was really bad because it didn't spread the product evenly and only sprayed out droplets. This made it hard to judge the product. At first, when I sprayed it onto my hand it felt tacky, but after it settled in it moisturised and also mattified. Additionally, right after spraying, I feel like there's a light cooling sensation.
My review: 7.5/10
Ibuki Smart Filtering Smoother

A game-changing formula that acts like a smart filter reducing the appearance of pores and absorbing oil, leaving skin with a fresh, smooth, matte look. 

The texture comes out slightly pink, liquidy and the moment it applies to the skin it gives a velvety feel and appearance. I've had a lot of success with this product in terms of blurring my skin, prolonging the wear, and helping to mattify my skin. As I do tend to have more of an oily t-zone, I can't say that it will stop all my oils, therefore, I prefer to use this product as a layering product. I use this on top of the current oil controlling primer to help blur my skin and pores that I have around my cheek/nose area. This makes my skin look super smooth and even. However, I would not recommend this if you're looking to specifically fill in your pores, but rather just as an all over skin blur.

My review: 8/10

Love,
JAY


I received the product complimentary to review but these are my honest opinions :) 

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Lifestyle | Bubba Bags Mini Cherry Lips Matte Backpack

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Bubba Bags contacted me a week or so ago asking if I'd be interested in trying out their new bags. Surprisingly they were designed by a student from Ottawa, and for those who know, I actually lived there for most of my life. 
They have several series such as the Montreal, Matte, Classic, and Mini Bubba. I originally was going to pick the Matte one in the black shade but figured that since summer is coming soon (hopefully), having a small bag for my adventures would be great!

New! in Canada and USA. Designed for life on-the-go, Bubba Bags are fashionable packing essentials you can use every day.üFunctional & DurableüLightweight & Softü Water Resistant Polyesterü 15" Laptop Sleeve in the Regular Size


I'm very much in love with the colour I picked, Cherry Lips, as it's a perfect bright raspberry shade. I think it's super fun for the summer and would be a great carry on. Additionally, the material is water resistant which will definitely help when I use it traveling. Plus, it has a plush feeling, and really light. The straps are adjustable and are padded as well. 

Despite the small size, the mini bubba bag fits quite a few items. 
Here you can see I have a large water bottle (also bright pink :P ), a notebook, my massive makeup pouch and some small miscellaneous items.

There's a small zip pocket on the front of the bag, additionally, the inside has a large mesh compartment and a water bottle holder on the side. The only problem I had with the mini was that a water bottle didn't fit and instead perhaps would be better for an umbrella. The standard size would probably fit a water bottle in the designated area.  


Use the code "JAYYANGG" for 20% off your purchase! :D 

Find them at: 

www.ca.bubba-bags.com
www.instagram.com/bubbabagsusa

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Skin Care | NIU BODY Coconut Oil Makeup Remover Wipes for Dry Skin

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Ever since I've been getting into more natural skin products, I've found myself using more and more coconut oil since it's so multi-purposeful. Coconut Oil can be used as a deep moisturizing hair mask, body butter, cuticle/hand cream, and of course - makeup remover! 

The only problem I find with using straight coconut oil (only cold pressed) is that it tends to solidify, causing it to chunk and become difficult to use. Coconut oil straight from the jar also leaves a film of grease that takes me several washes to fully remove :( NIU BODY's formula's key ingredient is coconut oil, but they managed to put the right amount so that it takes off my makeup but comes off in one wash. 

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NIU BODY has 4 different makeup remover wipes depending on your skin type: Normal, Combination, Dry and Oily.

The one I chose to get was the dry skin version. The current state of my skin is super dry because winter has completely sucked away all its moisture :( As mentioned here you can see my top HG products for winter dry skin.

Dry is made up of: 1. Coconut oil, 2. Ylang Ylang essential oil, and 3. Lavender essential oil. 

Coconut Oil: Removes all makeup (even waterproof), hydrates, has many antioxidants for healing, reduces wrinkles, acts as an antibacterial shield and the benefits go on and on and on....
Ylang Ylang Oil: Its beautiful smell is known to be a natural energizer and boosting your mood and is the key ingredient to Chanel's No.5 Perfume! Ylang ylang also gives you a youthful glow and helps prevent signs of ageing or irritation (healing dry and itchy skin).

 Lavender Oil: Like the ylang ylang oil, lavender smells amazing and instantly revitalizes your mood, reduce mental stress, and anxiety. It's also known to help with eczema, detoxifying, firming and boosts the circulation of your skin.

The first time I tried NIU BODY's wipes it was after a long and stressful day. Opening the jar, you can instantly smell the ylang ylang and lavender oil which left me feeling less stressed and relaxed; it really felt like aromatherapy! It really helps me get ready and unwind for bed. 

How I use it: 

Each pad is saturated with product and one is plenty enough to take off all your makeup!
I tend to use one side dedicated to getting rid of 70% of my makeup. Then I flip the pad around and use the other side to get rid of the remaining makeup and massage, with the pad, the essential and coconut oil into my skin so it can absorb all the nutrients. Having the scent linger really calms my nerves and makes taking my makeup off an enjoyable process!

Additionally, don't forget to rinse off everything with a face wash before continuing with the rest of your skincare routine. My problem with most wipes like the Neutrogena ones or even the Simple Skincare wipes is that it strips moisture from my face. With NIU BODY however, after using it I instantly noticed my skin was a lot softer, hydrated and glowier :D
Although, I would caution those who are sensitive to fragrances as the pads are strong in herbal scents.


All in all, I really enjoyed using my NIU BODY makeup remover wipes! As winter passes and my skin gets oilier, I'd probably be more interested in trying their combination ones. 
--> Take a look at Lena's review of NIU BODY's combination wipes here!


NIU BODY has also offered me 10% off your orders with the code "JAY10," and I can't wait for you to try it and to hear your thoughts! :D

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Beauty | N15 Salon Toronto Best Eyelash Extension Experience

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            N15 reached out to me asking if I wanted to try lash extensions. I've previously had never gotten lash extensions but was curious since some of my other friends had gotten them and look gorgeous.  These lash extensions are attached to your actual lash and will grow out in around 4-5 weeks. Bottom lash extensions have a shorter life span of only around 2 weeks.
This is my third time back at N15, previously I went for a cut, and hair dye with Jun! Read about my experience here.

I was greeted by Ayumi who was super nice and asked me to fill out a form regarding allergies etc. The bed was in small, comfortable room at the back of the studio. Previously, Ayumi had spent years working in Japan doing lash extensions, and she arrived around September.  Japanese girls are known to love wearing false lashes (even on a daily basis!) but are now switching to getting lash extensions instead. It saves them much more time getting ready and you wake up looking beautiful ♥ !  Ayumi has had plenty of experiences working with all types of looks.  


We went through a book to determine the:
1.Curl, 2. Thickness, 3. Length, and 4. Shape I wanted. 
I had a few choices for templates like "glamorous," "sexy," "cute," natural" etc for shape. The look I wanted was more wispy and longer at the end of my eyes - which was "sexy."
 I went with medium thickness and medium curl (C Curl). 
Ayumi suggested that since I didn't want anything super dramatic that I go for 11mm on the inner area, and then 12mm in the centre with 13mm on the ends. 
My natural lashes are quite long in the centre and reach 11mm, but are quite short on the inside and outside corners. 
Tada!!! ♥ The difference and impact is quite big. I got a total of 70 lashes extensions on each eye. Additionally, I asked for a few bottom lash extensions (5 on each) 
It takes 40-45 minutes/eye, the appointment in total took an hour and a half. Ayumi and I chatted the entire time and had a lot of fun. I was surprised that it was 6 pm when I left and that it had taken 1.5 hours when she made it only feel like 45 minutes.
This is what it looked like the night I came back with very little eyeliner. 
Ayumi suggests that when I get extensions I should: 
  • General Guidelines:
    • Not touch/rub your eyes
    • Do not use mascara
    • Be careful when applying makeup near lash line
  • When removing makeup:
    • Do not use oil based makeup removers 
    • Do not  rub your eyes to dry with towel 
The lashes look super fluttery and make my eyes look a lot longer and bigger which is exactly what I wanted. I didn't know that lash extensions could make such a huge difference, it's almost as if they've "opened" my eyes! I feel much more comfortable wearing less eye makeup since, with more lashes it seems like I tight-lined my eyes. 70 lashes sound like a lot but it doesn't feel any heavier than before. Initially, I did notice my eyelashes a bit more than usual but after a day I just got used to it.

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 I'm super satisfied with my appointment with Ayumi and I totally get it when she said that people get addicted to extensions haha 

Again, this has only proved why I choose N15 as the salon that I always go to. I always appreciate their skill and friendliness and wouldn't hesitate to recommend their services to anyone ♥ 

Additionally, N15 is currently offering 15% off their lash extensions service!

So hurry before the promotion is over :)

If you're interested in N15's lash extensions service you can find Ayumi at: 
Instagram: @ayumisan_eyelash













 Or find N15 at: 

http://www.n15salon.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/n15hairsalon/?ref=py_c
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/n15hair/
831 Bay Street, North of Bay and College street (Toronto, ON)

If you're also interested in my friends' reviews of N15's services:


Love, 

JAY

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LIP MONTHLY | February 2017

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Hi guys! 
As usual here is my monthly post on Lip Monthly's subscription bag :) 
Every month I am sent these bags by Lip Monthly for review purposes and I hope you find it helpful! Letting you guys know in advance that this is probably my favourite LM bag so far :D
Keep reading to find out why... 

Promo Codes:
Use "JIANING"  for 55% off your first Lip Monthly purchase! 




1. Model Co Lipstick - Kitty ($17)
I didn't have especially high hopes for this lipstick since we've gotten a lot of these peachy pink shades in the past that were just okay. However, it went on super slick and smooth like a creamy lip balm. It felt super moisturising, and didn't make my lips peel! It was so moisturising I could basically substitute this for my lip balm haha. For those who don't know - there are only a few formulas (lipstick AND lip balm) that don't dry my lips out since they're so sensitive and prone to peeling (YSL and certain Chanel lipsticks). Although the colour is not super buildable because of the texture, it still gives a healthy and shiny sheen to my lips. The scent is clearly strawberry and is pretty strong but as usual, goes away after a bit. I found it to be very similar to the Revlon Butter lipsticks in terms of texture and the slightly glossy finish. It doesn't last too long but fades very forgivingly. I really enjoyed this product in terms of the hydration and colour and have thrown this in my bag for a quick everyday lipstick/balm!


2. Cosmoholic Gloss - ($10)
This was a very interesting gloss as I totally thought it would be a light wash of gold gloss but turned out to be a quite opaque! You can see in my swatch that it almost looks like a glitter liquid shadow a little bit. It has a weird vanilla smell but gets a bit bitter and chemical smelling- I'm not a fan at all but it does go away after a bit. The formula is actually really nice in terms of being not too sticky and adheres to the lips well. 



3. Sugar Crayon - Matte as Hell Crayon Lipstick - 03 Poison Ivy ($17
The interesting about this lip pencil is that it starts off pretty glossy and then suddenly sets matte! In the photo, you can see that there's a slight shine but that quickly disappears. The shade is a medium to dark brick red - a lot lighter than I anticipated. The only con I have is that when you rub your lips together, it tends to become patchy and then suddenly sets like that. The first time I used it I rubbed my lip together and it dried patchy so I highly recommend not doing that and just waiting for it to "set/dry." Other than that it was a little bit drying but lasted decently. 



4. Cargo Eye Shadow - Mojave ($16)
Probably the most anticipated product of all! This is the second Cargo product I've gotten from LM, the first one being a glitter gloss in October's bag . The lipgloss I wasn't a huge fan of because most of it was chunks of glitter - but this eyeshadow is beautiful! The shade is a really pretty brown-gold shimmer that would look flattering on everyone. The formula is very buttery, not chalky and applies pretty easily. My only con was that when I was trying to layer the eyeshadow for a swatch it was very difficult. Regardless, I think this is one of my favourite products from LM and has made this probably my favourite bag I've gotten! 


That's all for this month's LM bag for February! Really excited to use the Cargo eyeshadow and the Model Co lipstick in my daily routine. 
I hope this review was helpful, and I will talk to you in my next post!

Love,
JAY

 










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