How To Achieve Glass Skin With Problematic Skin?

Hi Huneybees,

The talk of the town these days is the K-beauty trend - Glass Skin. We are talking about achieving that perfectly smooth and intensely hydrated complexion with an all-over sheen, just like your window pane. It's a sign of healthy and youthfulness, which everyone is dying to have.

When I first saw pictures of the trend, I was thinking, "NO WAY! I have scars and acne, moreover with my eczema patch, there is no way I can achieve that look. Moreover, Singapore's sweltering hot weather will make me melt the moment I step out of the house!"

But being a beauty lover, how can I just give up that way? I tried ways and means to combine skincare with a little play-cheat makeup and I think I've got it. One thing I learned from this is that simply relying on makeup alone will not work, you need a consistent skincare routine, religiously following through with it and together with makeup, then you can show off your flawless skin. This is something that can't be achieved overnight, but patience my dears, in just days, you can see the difference!

Above is how I managed to achieve that Glass Skin look, I hope this helps you all with problematic skin troubles like me, in achieving that flawless looking skin. You can now cancel out those filter and beautifying effects on your smartphone cameras and app.

Products mentioned:

- Etude House Monster Micellar Cleansing Water - Shiseido Senka Perfect Double Wash - Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Scrub - Pixi Glow Tonic - Pixi Rose Caviar Essence - It's Skin Power 10 Formula (YE Effector, VC Effector, GF Effector) - Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moist Eye Cream - Laneige Firming Sleeping Pack - Kanebo Evita Beauty Whip Soap - Pixi Glow Tonic To-Go Pad - Saborino Morning Mask - Ajuste Airy Touch UV Spray SPF50+ PA++++ Sunscreen - MKUP Illuminating Primer - Clio Super Sufur Kill Cover Conceal Cushion - Colourpop No Filter Concealer - The Face Shop Tone Up Cushion Trolls Edition - Maybelline Facestudio Master Contour V-Shape Duo Stick - e.l.f. Studio High Definition Undereye Setting Powder - Colourpop Crystal Liquid Highlighter (Aventurine) - NYX Makeup Setting Spray (Dewy Finish)

Remember to stay hydrated and drink more water too! 

Cheers to good skin!

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[What's New] ETUDE HOUSE Rewards Princesses With Decoden Kits

Hi Huneybees,

I made a special trip down to ETUDE HOUSE at VivoCity on Monday just coz they have a special "Thank You" event for their supporting Princesses.

Well, being the big fan, of course I'm on the Royal Pink level already. Hehehehe...

For those we are on the same membership as me, you are in for a treat! Simply just by purchasing the Pearl Aura Cushion, you will receive a Cushion Case Decoden Kit for you to decorate your Cushion casings. 

And on top of that, you will get the new series - Loving Days Body Wash & Lotion, the coveted pink accessory pouch and a 20% off discount voucher for next purchase!

There are 2 designs to choose from and once you have made the payment, you will be lead to this private corner at the VivoCity's ETUDE HOUSE to decorate your very own Pearl Aura Cushion. 

I wanted the candy sweet decoden kit as I wasn't such a big fan of the Marc Jacobs-esque flower decoden kit, but side note, the flowers one was a hot favourite! I thought I would be getting the set home to decorate at my own sweet pace or with my own addition, but seems like you have to spend some time there to finish up, before you will be given that pink accessory pouch.

So, those who wanted to get their BFFs to help get, you have to trust their creativity skills and that they will do a good job on yours too?

This is what I made there and I still had some decoden left over as well as the Cream Glue, so if you want to do a little touch up when back home, you can go ahead and add more bling to them. I'm definitely gona get some crystals to add on. Hehehehe...

I'm gona end this post with what the Pearl Aura Cushion looks like. This BB Cream comes with added Pearl Brightener for you to create that pearly aura skin with a glow. I will share more once I've given it a test run. So stay tuned!

There is going to be another round of this event on 30 - 31 July 2015, at VivoCity ETUDE HOUSE from 12 - 8pm. Of course, if you are not a Royal Pink member yet, you are still welcome to come get your very own limited edition Decoden Kit. 

With any purchase of the Pearl Aura Cushion or $50 Nett Purchase, you too will get a set as well as a Pink Accessory Pouch! Do share your creations with me once you are done! Can't wait to see them. 

Have fun! :)

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[Get The Look] Goodbye Mr Lee Kuan Yew Nail Art

Hi Huneybees,

Last week was a tough week to get through as the nation waves goodbye to our founding father - Mr Lee Kuan Yew. He was cremated last Sunday and aside from dressing in black, I also did a set of monochrome nails as a tribute to him.

This black ribbon image was circulated around social media within a few hours, so I wanted to do my set of nail art, revolving around the image. But getting the image drawn right is definitely not easy to do freehand. So, I wana show ya my little trick, this might be able to help those who find it difficult to draw with your left hand (if you are right handed) too.

1. After measuring nail bed size, I got the image shrunk down to around that size and did a tracing of the image (you can draw instead of tracing too!).
2. Find a transparent file and slot the drawing in between, or you can use a plastic bag as well.
3. Paint a layer of the topcoat on the plastic file, covering more than the drawing.
4. Using acrylic paint or nail polish, start painting and draw up your image.
5. Once dried, paint a layer of topcoat again, covering more of your drawing dimension.
6. Let the image dry. Normally it takes up to 2 hours, but I like to let it dry over night.
7. Using a tweezer, slowly pull up the image, starting from the corners and work your way in. Do not pull too hard as you might break it.
8. After painting your base nail colour, apply a thin layer of top coat for the newly made "sticker" to stick on.
9. Press down to remove bubbles and trim the size if it's too big.
10. Once done, apply topcoat and you are done!
    
    Note: I did a little touch up on the drawing after sticking on, so that the image fills up the thumb. 

Voila! This is a close up of the other fingers. I did a PAP symbol as well and freehand drew on those black ribbons and Singapore Flag. Hope this little trick helps you to perfect your DIY nail art, bringing your work to another level. 

Do you guys have any other tricks to share? Would love to hear about it. :)

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[What's New] To Gel Or Not To Gel - Etude House Enamel ting Gel Nails Collection

Hi Huneybees,

Etude House has recently joined in the gel nails trend in K-beauty and launched a new affordable series of nail products - Enamel ting Gel Nails collection, allowing you to have your very own nail salon at home! 

Though it is available in the Etude House branches around Singapore, but I still prefer to have mine ordered and delivered right to my door step. All thanks to Qoo10, I've got my items shipped right from Korea and most of the time, even faster than the local stores can stock up!

The whole collection includes a Enamel ting LED gel lamp, Enamel ting Gel Nail Cleanser, and Enamel ting Gel Nail Remover together with 35 brilliant gel nail polishes, that allows you create all sorts of nail art and manicure.

The gel lamp is slightly cheaper than what you can find out in the market, portable and easy to use with 36 LED lights, letting you set your gel nails in 45 seconds flat. It has an internal timer that will auto turn off after 45 seconds, so that you know it is time to add another coat of colour.

I've gotten 2 colours - #5 Apple Bite (Red) and #17 Coating Jean (Blue) to try out the nail polishes. The colour payoff is amazing and it is very easy and smooth to apply. With just 1 application, you can get full shiny coloured nails. My nails are ready with 10 minutes with just 2 coats of the nail polish.

But, getting your gel nails done is not as straight forward as your usual nail polish of applying the colours coat after coat. You will also need the help of the Enamel ting Gel Nail Cleanser. Removing the gel nails is also not that fast too! Here's the steps to it...

But purchasing these gel nails materials were with an initial struggle. I was weighing the pros and cons, reading up more of gel nails manicure before deciding to get them. In fact, I still have my reservations doing gel nails again. Why? Here's my list of them...

The PROS

• Affordable and easy on the pockets
• Manicure that lasts 2-3 weeks
• Chip-free
• Fast Drying
• Easier to create nail designs without smudges

The CONS

• A health risk as you are constantly baking your nails under UV lamp - cancer, increased photo-aging, more wrinkles
• Hassle for gel nails removal 
• Filing down of the nails to break the top coat, might lead to over filing, thus making the nails thin and weak
• Soaking in the gel remover makes nails dry

Some tips when applying gel nails at home...

• Apply sunscreen on your hands before application
• Buff your nails to get a better surface for the gels to stick to, ensuring your gel nails last longer
• Be sure not to paint your cuticles and wipe off any that gets on your skin before curing
• Apply cuticle oil and hand lotion once you are done.

So, what do you think? 

Would you consider giving the Etude House Enamel ting Gel Nails collection a test drive?

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[What's New] Etude House Launches Festive Collection - PINK WISH TREE

Hi Huneybees,

My favourite Korean beauty brand - Etude House has launched a new collection just in time for the festive season. Come decked in gold, green and my favourite shocking pink, I knew I had to get this collection, once a little bird tipped me saying that it is already in stores!

In the 'PINK WISH TREE' collection, you can find their infamous Precious Mineral Any Cushion, Kissfull Lip Care trio set, Moistfull Collagen Cream, Moistfull Super Collagen Cream, Hand Bouquet Hand Creams and Petit Bijou Cotton Snow Body Set. 

The Moistfull Collagen Creams are specially packed in a tube instead of their usual tub. Not only are they upsized, this tube version, makes it more hygienic, easier to store and dispense. Agree?

But what better way to beautify yourself, than to give back to charity? When you purchase from the 'PINK WISH TREE' collection, you will receive these Wish cards for you to write your wishes on. For each wish card, Etude House will donate 100KRW  to 'Save the Children' in Korea, to help provide educational opportunities for girls in African Countries this Christmas! The pink and green elastic band is for you to keep.

So, what did I get from the collection?  Kissfull Lip Care trio set and Precious Mineral Any Cushion. I got the Pink Precious Mineral Any Cushion, though my shade was suppose to be the green cover, but I really prefer the pink cover more. Anyone looking for N02 refill? Hehehehe...

The Kissfull Lip Care trio set was a fun one to have. I got it with my girlfriends and since we each had our own favourites, we easily each chose one. My favourite is the gold one, translucent, yet providing the lips with moisture with a soft peach scent. Green has strawberry scent whilst the pink is cherry with a slight tint of pinkness.

This collection is already in stores islandwide and I bet they will make such lovely gifts for your friends, families and colleagues.

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[Get The Look] Neon Nude Accented Nails

Hi Huneybees,

Nude nails have been seen on the runways this season, everything is going back to basics whilst showcasing the gorgeous fashion on the runway. But knowing me, I can't go away with just nude nails. So drawing from other trends seen on the runway, I created this set of nail art with the half moon and gold accents trend as well. I call this "Neon Arabic Nights".

Photo credits:

http://www.harpersbazaar.com/

http://www.fashionisers.com/

http://www.cosmopolitan.co.uk/

The look was created with these 2 nail colours from the Etude House Nails & Body Painting Set #2 Warming Lemon. The neon yellow nail polish is favourite nail colour from my collections and when  paired with a nude shade, it just makes my nails pop.

The gold accents were nail stickers I purchased from a while back and of course, not forgetting the blue Swarovski crystals that I have that I have stuck on using nail glue.

You guys should give it a go, I bet your friends will find it refreshing especially if you are always in nude nails. You can also pair it with this season's favourite red or maroon. Have fun!

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