Review: Loreal Mythic Oil Nourishing Hair Masque and Nourishing Oil

Happy Easter everyone!

I hope you're in the mood for another beauty review!

This time, we'll be talking about two products from L'Oreal:

The L'Oreal Mythic Oil Nourishing Hair Masque

and

The L'Oreal Mythic Nourishing Oil!

Interested? Read on!

The Mythic Oil Nourishing Hair Care line was developed by L'Oreal to address common hair problems by deeply nourishing the hair and balancing out its 'oils'. It contains argan oil and cotton seed oil, which are both deemed essential in improving the condition of the hair. Both products are excellent for all hair types.

Pros:

• Makes hair manageable
• Smells pleasant for a hair treatment
• Cost efficient at approx. Php 10 per use per product 
• Helps maintain shiny hair

Cons:

• The masque tends to solidify when exposed to air

Initially, I thought this set was another ‘expensive hype’ from the BDJBox August 2014: Luscious Locks. Good thing, I was wrong. I took the chance of trying it out for days - months even! You probably guessed it right - I was sold to the L’oreal Mythic Oil set. In my opinion, this product is worth the raves.

Let me tell you why:

Consistency 

The masque has a creamy texture to it - but once applied, it doesn’t leave any visible residue on the hair.

Creamy consistency

I have to admit though, I have been using it wrong all this time. Instead of rinsing it out a few minutes after application, I've been using the masque as a leave-on since Day 1! And, I've been using it every single day! You see, the masque should only be used once a week.  

Oooops! Blunder! 

But things turned out great for me! It has done wonders to my hair! 

And as expected, it works well with the L’oreal Mythic Nourishing Oil, which is basically a special blend of oils suited for all hair types.

The L'Oreal Nourishing Oil

Effectiveness 

These products work so well that I could hardly leave them out of my haircare routine - no matter how much extra time it takes. These two products have indeed made a difference to my unruly hair. I noticed that my hair seems more manageable with these products on. Both the masque and the oil enhanced the condition of my hair. 

Now, my hair gives out a lovely shine and a healthy bounce! And it appears, that I’m not the only one who noticed the difference! I often get complimented at the workplace despite the recent haircut disaster I’ve had days before I decided to try this set. What a game-changer!

Cost - Efficiency 

For a 75ml hair masque sold at Php 1095 and a 45ml hair nourishing oil retailed at Php 995 - we all know that both are not cheap. 

However, I realized that these are for long-term use. 

Hello! These things lasted me for 6 months despite using them every day! And I have long hair!

A word of caution though. You might want to seal your L'Oreal Masque properly, otherwise it might turn into something like this:

Can you tell?

Solidified masque!!! Eeeek! 

Overall

It’s a lovely hair care set, and it does what it promises - and it’s basically cost-efficient, too!

Thanks to BDJ, I got to try this wonderful hair care set for a fraction of a price. Without the BDJ’s recommendations, I would have never ventured into using this kind of ‘expensive’ product.

Repurchase?

You bet, I will! I’m loving these two to bits!

How about you? Have you used this hair care set before?

What do you think?

[DISCLAIMER] This is NOT a sponsored or paid advertisement. MARIE (the author of this blog) purchased the said product using her own money. 
Please note that the reviews are not by any chance made by an expert on makeup and skincare; these reviews are all based on the author’s limited knowledge, thoughts, and opinions. 

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Unboxing Post: Memebox Special #49 - Hair and Body 4 (Spa Edition)

Escape the world with this Hair & Body 4: Spa Edition! 

Take down your hair, light a candle, and step into a world of bubbles and frothy goodness with the fourth edition of our best-selling Hair & Body series. Packed with the best spa-quality hair-reviving and body-beautifying essentials yet, Hair and Body 4: Spa Edition will turn your ordinary bathtub into a world-class spa! Experience first-class beauty with this Memebox classic, and be beautiful from head to toe! 

Take note:

Memebox mentioned in the curator card that this box, the Memebox Special #49 - Hair and Body 4 (Spa Edition) will turn your ordinary bathtub into a world-class spa! 

I wonder up to what extent Memebox is capable of delivering? Memebox promised big-time, after all.

Let us take a look!

This box was delivered alongside Memebox Special #47 - My Dessert Box.

Products are arranged according to my preferences:

Milky Dress Pink Lovely Fast Shampoo 200ml $40

This hydrating and repairing hair shampoo contains a blend of transformative ingredients that calms scalp irritation and strengthens hair for a shiny luster. It prevents and slows thinning and loss of hair while treating inflammation on the scalp. Great for all hair types and lengths including processed hair, it is clinically proven to rejuvenate hair.  

What is a hair and body box without shampoo?

Memebox knew about that; so, there you have it: a shampoo.

This shampoo was also Memebox's spoiler for this box. I was not too excited about it when it was announced. Only that, I already purchased this box when they revealed the spoiler.

And, I'm not quite familiar with the brand, Milky Dress, but I haven't found my HG shampoo either. I hope this would be it, as it promises to rejuvenate hair as well.

A 200ml shampoo such as this for $40 may be a bit too much, so I expect quite a lot from it.

Swanicoco 100% Natural Peeling Herb Pack 25ml $12

A peeling pack formulated with only 100% natural medicinal herbs. It can be used both on face and body to exfoliate any dead skin cells and skin impurities piled up and to soften and smoothen coarse skin texture all in one.  

At first, I thought this product is a new kind of edible. 

Uhmmm.. hair and body? Spa?

I'm glad I was wrong because this is a peeling pack. Only that, it's too small, and somebody could mistake it for a pill bottle or something. 

I wonder if it's any different from your typical body scrub, which exfoliates skin as well? 

Plus, it's so expensive for something soooo tiny!

Is there really anybody out there who would fall prey on this product being so expensive and all? 

Mstar Malus Intensive Hair Treatment 30g $15

Enriched with pure apple extracts, ceramide, panthenol, and 40 different kinds of naturally-derived ingredients, the Malus Intensive Hair Treatment delivers rich nutrition and moisture deep into dry, damaged hair, resulting in firmer, glossier hair ends and healthier scalp as well. 

Uhm. Another hair product. Another hair treatment product. 

Is it just me, or Memebox is obsessed with hair treatment products recently? I've seen them come quite often, and I'm not too sure if majority of the Memeboxers are looking forward to hair treatment products. 

I am not. But I don't really mind receiving them once in a while. 

This packaging is adorable, by the way. 

Nadu Skin Aroma Mini Bathboom 20g $2

Four tablets for each mini pack. Nadu Skin's aroma bath tablets come in fun, romantic colors and is infused with aroma essential oil which help cleanse and de-stress by stimulating blood circulation after a long, stressful day. When dropped in water, it melts instantly leaving a subtle, pleasant scent.   

I've been expecting bath tablets from Memebox, to tell you the truth. But, I've been hoping they would include at least 10 tablets. They only managed four.. :(

Four tablets are only worth $2. I consider these as bonus items - being too tiny and inexpensive. They smell great though, but I was expecting a lot more.

Zamian Clean Foot 50ml $36

The ultimate spa foot care which basically looks like a pair of socks that you wear and for the next few days dead skins will gradually peel off from your feet and viola - the softest and smoothest feet you've always longed for!  

Seriously, a one-time use foot mask for $36?! Is this a joke? 

Is Memebox inflating prices again? 

I don't have much to say about this, only that, I would have preferred fullsized products other than this. If it is indeed a $36 mask, it takes away the value from the rest of the products in this box. 

I'm a bit disappointed. Since, it's already here, I guess I'll just have to put this to good use. 

Dermahouse Stretch Care Cream 180ml 

A deeply penetrating cream that helps to prevent and reduce the appearance of new and recent stretch marks. The pitot essential oil complex reinforces the elasticity of the skin to withstand stretching and keep skin supple, well-moisturized and firm.

I can't believe they included a stretch mark cream. It's not even a spa product!

I think this shouldn't be in this box, but I'll use it anyway.

Dermahouse appears to be a regular item in most Memeboxes, much like Hope Girl. It's a decent brand with decent products, but sad to say, just like the Hope Girl, Dermahouse products are wearing me out. 

Overall

For the first time in my memeaddiction, I finally encountered a box that doesn't feel like it's worth my money.

I mean, if you'd do the calculations based on the Memebox retail prices, this could total for up to 5x the value you pay for, but somehow, this box feels empty to me. It's not really something that I'm happy about.

This box is boring, and doesn't even come close to the description that it came with! Probably, the most boring of all the Memeboxes I already received to date.

Seriously, I would have been better off if I chose my own products for a 'spa edition'.



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Unboxing Post: BDJ Box July 2014 - Pure and Simple

July 2014 is finally over!

I'm glad to inform you, my dear readers, that it's about time for another BDJ Box unboxing! 

I know it should have been done earlier, but the July box just came in late. In fact, it was shipped just last July 30. However, all the BDJ bellas subscribed to the July 2014 BDJ Box were informed that the box would come in a little late than usual. Thank you BDJ Team for the advance notice. 

The long wait is finally over! The box that was delivered to our home just this afternoon turned out to be the BDJ Box I've been waiting for! 

Bigger BDJ Box?! 

 Look! It's bigger (and heavier!) than the other BDJ Boxes I've had since January 2014. But does BIGGER (and HEAVIER) mean BETTER? Let's see.

The box looked a little worn out. I'm guessing it's because of the weight of the things inside it.

When I peeked inside, things were a little topsy turvy than usual. Well, the box was bigger, and there was more space for the items inside to move around. And, I rummaged the box for a while, before finally taking a photo.

July 2014's theme is Pure and Simple. I love the sound of that. Let's take a look at the items one by one. I've sorted these according to my favorites:

Keratin Complex Travel Valet Care Kit (89ml) 

This shampoo and conditioner duo from Keratin Complex was developed to provide a gentle cleansing that will not diminish the precious nutrients of healthy hair. This sodium chloride free formula is recommended for dry, chemically over processed or damaged hair.  

I was happy to see something that I could use for sure. I have damaged hair, and I'm running out of shampoo and conditioner. Good thing both the shampoo and conditioner from BDJ come from a brand that I haven't heard of. I'm pretty excited on using this. I hope these two could significantly improve the condition of my hair.

The duo, according to the curator card, retails for Php 495.00.

Nivea Pure Effect Exfoliating Wipes (20 wipes) 

Your handy cleansing and exfoliating facial wipes you can take anywhere!

A few months back, I used to hoard Celeteque facial wipes, but I eventually gave up because they eat up most of my budget. I like wipes such as these, because I could skip on the facial wash in the evening (when I really need to), especially when  my eyes are really tired from doing all the computer work for at least 8 hours.

Celeteque's wipes were rather pricey - Php 160 for 20 wipes. Nivea's cheaper at Php 139 for 20 wipes, and it promises to exfoliate the skin, too. I really have high hopes for this one.

Vitress Hair Repair Cuticle Coat (30ml)

Bring back your hair's natural shine and have healthy, satin-smooth hair everyday

Vitress Heat Protect Cuticle Coat (30ml)

Protect your hair from damages and wear all the styles you want.

Both Vitress products bring back memories. When I was still in college, I used to use Vitress to improve the appearance and texture of my hair. However, I eventually broke away from that habit, because my last few years in college took up most of my time and my budget.

Vitress has been a tried and tested product of mine, and I'm really glad I have two of them in my BDJ Box. Each 30ml bottle retails for Php 75.00.

Nivea Anti-Perspirant Invisible Spray for Black and White (30ml)

Say no to cloth stains and stay protected from sweat and body odor. 

While I'm almost 100% sure that I won't be happy receiving an anti-perspirant from a subscription box, I admit I'm quite satisfied that I did for today's BDJ Box. After all, it's Nivea, a brand that I've used in the past and wouldn't mind using again.

This anti-perspirant, on the other hand, is a first for me. I have high expectations for this one as well. Although it might sound crazy, I'm glad that BDJ Box sent a sample size of this anti-perspirant and not a full-sized one. I'm not really sure how this would work for me, but I'll definitely give this a try.

Full-sized product at 150ml retails at Php 184. A 30ml product must be around Php 37.00.

Hygienix Hand Gel (100ml) 

Fight germs while keeping your hand s nourished and refreshed wherever you go.

Hygienix Hand Spray (55ml)

Keep your hands soft, smooth, and moisturized on the go!

Both Hygienix Products are not new to me, but I don't mind using them over and over again. It's pretty sweet of BDJ to include these. I guess I have something else to use aside from my Bath and Body Works Pocket Sanitizers.

The Hygienix Hand Gel (100 ml) retails for Php 45.00, while the Hygienix Hand Spray (55ml) is at Php 40.00.

Enchanted Eyeshadow Palette 6g

This long-wear eye shadow palette contains 3 shades that allow you to add depth and drama to your eyes. Swipe on the lightest shade as an overall color while using the medium shade to contour, then use the darkest shade to line your eyes. 

I'm not so fond of applying eye shadows, but I think this one's worth keeping, cause I might need it soon. I heard that this isn't the first time that BDJ sent out Enchanted Eyeshadow Palettes to BDJ Bellas, but I bet that was before I started subscribing. 

I know I might sound funny, but aren't smokey eyes too sophisticated for a 'Pure and Simple' themed box? Or is it just me? 

The Enchanted Eyeshadow Palette, by the way, retails at Php 199.00 each. 

Nivea In Shower Skin Conditioner (10ml) 

Replenish your skin moisture without that hot sticky feeling. 

This product got me thinking. Is this a lotion? If it is, then is there a lotion that must be rinsed off during shower? Or is this a skin conditioner? Or a body wash?

Is it just me, or the label is just so confusing??

Anyway, I'm also glad I got one sachet, but it would have been better if there were 10, so that I could judge  if it could really deliver its promises.

100ml retails at Php 109, so the sachet could have been a little more than Php 10 each.

Celeteque Back Acne Spray (50ml)

 Formulated with salicylic acid, which exfoliates the skin and works to reduce blemishes and acne. It also contains gluconolactone, which gently removes the build-up of dead skin cells, helping to prevent future breakouts. Spray after bathing and make sure to let it dry completely. 

To be frank, this product is something that I don't need. I don't have problems with Back Acne or anything of the like, so I gave it away. My sisters and my parents are still arguing to whom this will go to. They have lots of trouble with back acne.

The Celeteque Back Acne Spray in 50ml retails at Php 320.00.

Pink Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist in Bloom (250ml

 Fall in love at first spritz with Pink Sugar's 12 various scents, grouped into their Fruity, Naughty, Dreamy and Happy Collections. You're sure to find one that will suite your every mood and emotion. Use it throughout the day as a refreshing way to feel and smell great! 

This is the first time for me to receive a fragrance mist from BDJ. However, when I sprayed it on my hands, I started sneezing. My nose began to react to the scent.

So, it goes without saying that the Pink Sugar Fragrance Mist will have to go somebody else. My mom happily accepted it; surprisingly, she even said that it's a really good fragrance and she's going to use it alternately with Victoria's Secret.

The Pink Sugar Fragrance Mist costs around Php 299 for scents under the Fruity Collection, and Php 249 each for scents under the Happy, Dreamy and Naughty Collection.

Envie Aestheticare and Medispa Voucher 

This came in last, just because, I can't use it.

Anyway, the last few photos are from the July 2014 BDJ curator card that came in with the box.

The total cost of the items in this box is almost Php 1700, which is almost thrice the subscription fee of Php 580. In terms of quantity, this is still great! 

I'm happy that I got this box, though, I must admit I've seen better from BDJ. Keep it up, BDJ! :) I'm a happy Bella. :) 

Anyway, what do you think?

Interested in BDJ Box?

Click on the links below to know more about BDJBox!

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Better hurry, because the boxes are selling like hotcakes!


Love,


Newbee

 [DISCLAIMER] This is NOT a sponsored or paid advertisement. NEWBEE (the author of this blog) chose to buy the said product at her own expense. Please note that the reviews are not by any chance made by an expert on makeup and skincare; these reviews are all based on the author’s limited knowledge, thoughts, and opinions. 

If you have beauty products that you’d like me to review, let me know! 

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Review: Nanny Rose's Queen Bee Sticks and Pulls Honey Wax All Natural Hair Remover 50g (as COLD WAX)

I can't live without wax. 

There, I said it. Sadly, I'm not one of those lucky few who are free from unwanted hair. 

While there are so many products out there that could remove hair, I still prefer waxing. Waxing can be so painful, but a few tries and you'll definitely get the hang of it. Plus, it effectively removes hair that it takes about 2-4 weeks for hair regrowth. If you're lucky, too, your hair may not grow back again, which happened to my sister's legs after the first few tries of waxing. 

Would you even believe it that I even wax my brows so that they would stay in tiptop shape? 

In other words, wax is very important to me, and when I found out I ran out of my favorite waxing product last week, I panicked. I can't possibly have my favorite wax, especially when I have to try and purchase it online. I have to wait at least 3 days to obtain it, and I can't wait for even a day! 

I gave up and decided to stick to my other option. I headed to the nearest mall, and looked for an alternative. Browsing through the shelves, I realized that there were so many waxing options available, including Epilin, a hot kind of wax, which I happened to love when I was in my college days. But, I ended up my relationship with Epilin sooner than expected - because I almost burnt my skin with it when I tried waxing. Since then, I shied away from hot waxes. 

After careful thought and consideration, I ended up with Nanny Rose's Queen Bee Sticks and Pulls Honey Wax All Natural Hair Remover in 50g. Curiosity got the best of me. I mean, its packaging says that it can work both as a hot and cold wax. Plus, it was on sale; I saved only about 10 pesos though, but I badly needed my wax! 

Sorry for the random ramblings up to this point. I felt like talking, anyway. Ladies, without further ado, meet the Nanny Rose's Queen Bee Sticks and Pulls Honey Wax: 

The 50g kit contains: 1) 50g of natural honey wax; 2) 2 pcs of thin wooden applicators; 3) reusable, washable, cloth pulls.

According to the packaging: 

Nanny Rose's honey wax will spruce you up in the sweetest way possible. This sticky pot is a combination of locally produced honey, sugar and calamansi juice. It contains no harsh chemicals and ingredients that can cause allergies that is why it can be used on sensitive skin and delicate areas. Making use of ingredients that are closest to nature, you can be sure that every jar of Nanny Rose's honey wax is made with love. Now made even better and closer to nature by using unrefined and unbleached honey sugar. 

With Nanny Rose's honey wax, hair s removed down to the roots, leaving your skin smooth, and hairless for 3 to 4 weeks. Your kit can last up to 2 years if properly kept. Seal the cap after every use. This kind of wax may be used as is. But for best results, it is highly recommended to use it warm.

It's a recipe. Not a formulation.  

This particular wax can be used either as a cold wax or hot wax, and I'm pretty glad that they provided specific instructions on how to use it properly:

How to use:

1. Simply remove cap and heat the jar of wax in a microwave oven (in medium heat) for 10-15 seconds, just enough to soften the mixture. Stir the mixture and let it rest until its temperature is cool enough to apply on skin. (HOT WAX)
2. Prep your skin by washing the area with soap and water to remove unwanted residue. Dash a little powder on the area to be waxed to keep it dry. 
3. Using the wooden applicator, apply a thin layer of the wax in the direction of hair growth. In the same direction, place the strip of cloth on top and even out air bubbles. 
4. Swiftly pull the end of the cloth towards the opposite direction - against hair growth. Repeat as needed. 
5. Reddening of the skin after waxing is normal. Wax residue on skin can easily be removed with a damp cloth. Allow pores to close by letting skin rest for at least 30 minutes before completely washing the waxed area.

A SWEET REMINDER: Do not use on broken and irritated skin. 

MY EXPERIENCE/ IMPRESSIONS

In case you're not aware, hot waxes are often difficult to apply. You will have to determine when is the best time to put it on your skin. Put it too soon, and you might scald your skin; put it a little later, and you might end up reheating the whole thing because the wax temperature may not be enough to hold the hairs. 

My Epilin days made me shy away from Hot Wax, which is why I decided not to use the Nanny Rose wax as hot wax. This review will only focus on the Nanny Rose's capability as cold wax, and nothing more. 

Packaging

One of the reasons why I bought this was the packaging; hey, it stood out from the rest of the waxes out there! I knew I had to give it a try. 

As you could see on the photos, the plain box was cleverly and creatively given an identity with a simple piece of paper. It's simple, and yet, very irresistible. At first glance, I really thought that this product could have been an import, probably from the US, but boy, I was wrong, or I might be wrong. This is locally made! Plus points for that! 

Also, it comes with a microwaveable tub. Pretty useful for those who are thinking of using it as hot wax. Did I mention that it has a printed manufacturing date and batch code on it? 

Obviously, the packaging is perfect for me. No doubt about that. 

Formulation (Oops! I meant RECIPE!) 

To be honest, I've had a hard time opening the tub. The wax almost solidified on the lid! Well, I let it pass since my favorite wax just happens to have that kind of problem as well. Maybe, it's the norm among cold waxes. 

Here's a tip: store the wax properly or you'll end up with a lopsided product that would surely take all of your strength before you manage to use it! The first time I used this, I almost had no strength left to continue my waxing routine, but I managed anyway.

Anyway, by the time you open the lid (congratulations on doing so), you'll be greeted with a heavenly scent of honey and sugar. Delicious and sweet! 

Sadly, the sweet scent is the only good part in this review. The rest is somewhat hellish. 

Who would have thought that the wax would be as hard as stone?! 

Crazy as it sounds, I spent a lot of time scraping through the hard-as-stone wax. The thin wooden applicator is simply a failure! Both wooden applicators broke after a couple of tries, and the cloth just does nothing. The wax would hardly adhere to it! 

I tried using my canvass type strips and they seem to work even better. Once the wax adheres to the skin, pull it out using the strips, and it would appear that every hair is pulled out. Nice try. BUT!!! I have to do a lot of work to be able to cover a tiny patch of my skin - tinier than what my favorite cold wax could do. 

This HG contender on waxing is just a disappointment. Plus, its formulation makes waxing even more painful. Duh?! It solidifies and when you pull it out, it hurts like hell! My favorite wax doesn't do that kind of thing. In fact, the pain is hardly there. 

Cost to Benefit

Sorry, but I have nothing good to say about the Nanny Rose's Recipe (formulation). Nice try, but too bad. I guess what I spent is not worth it. Even if it was a measly Php 80.00 for a 50g product, I still find it a waste as a Cold Wax. 

Rating

• Packaging - 5.00 out of 5.00 
• Formulation - 1.00 out of 5.00
• Cost to Benefit - 2.00 out of 5.00 

Average Product Rating: 2.67 out of 5.00

Pros: 

• Lovely scent
• Pretty packaging
• Works as a wax

Cons:

• Very difficult to use
• Both the applicators and cloth strips are useless
• Very painful to use
• Extremely sticky 
• Solidifies easily
• Hard to scrape
• Could only wax a tiny portion 

Repurchase?

Obviously, I won't. This is just too much for me to try again. 

Sorry if I couldn't judge this product as an Hot Wax. However, I'm certain that the makers behind the Nanny Rose Wax should have never labelled this as COLD WAX. It doesn't work well, and I guess it's a failure. 

Let me know what you think on this!

Till the next review!

Love lots,

NEWBEE

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If you have beauty products that you’d like me to review, let me know!  

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Review: Nanny Rose's Queen Bee Sticks and Pulls Honey Wax All Natural Hair Remover 50g (as COLD WAX)

Review: Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo (400g) and Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo Conditioner (400g)

Hi there!

Today, I’ll be reviewing two hair care products from one of our favorite Korean brands, Skinfood.

Everyone, meet:

Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo and Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Conditioner

 These babies were bought separately, but I decided to present the reviews in one blog post.

According to the packaging:

Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo

A shampoo that contains nourishing argan oil and silk to transform dry, damaged hair into healthy, shiny tresses.

Directions: Wet hair and scalp with lukewarm water. Lather up and massage into hair. Rinse off thoroughly.

Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Conditioner

A conditioner that contains nourishing argan oil and silk to transform dry, damaged hair into healthy, shiny tresses.

Directions: After shampooing, squeeze out excess water. Pour an ample amount into palm. Apply evenly to hair, avoiding scalp and focusing on ends. After 1-2 minutes, rinse of thoroughly with lukewarm water.  

In other words, these two products are for dry and damaged hair. Mine is dry and damaged, too. Let’s see if these two babies could keep up with their promises.

MY EXPERIENCE/IMPRESSIONS

Packaging

I have no qualms about the packaging. Both products are extremely gorgeous, and uniquely designed. Who would have thought that a shampoo (and conditioner) bottle would look like fancy syrup jars? These jars, by the way, are made of some sort of plastic. They’re cute and handy, nonetheless. Not to mention that the pumps work perfectly just fine; a couple of pumps, at most, is all you need to have your hair covered.

While 400g may sound like a lot of product, it is conveniently packed in these gorgeous containers. In addition, the batch code, manufacturing date, and expiry date were all printed on the bottle.

Although both products didn’t come in with a box, for me, it doesn’t really matter. It serves its purpose just the way it is. Both bottles contain product descriptions and directions in English, which is very, very important for us who couldn’t understand Korean. Also, the labels are waterproof and they don’t come off easily even though you leave them at the bathroom.

Formulation

The Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo is just like your typical shampoo; color is close to a shade of yellow, and it’s somewhat runny. It smells okay, because the fragrance is really subtle.

If you’re looking for a shampoo with a scent that would last for a couple of hours or more, this may not be for you. Scent is only good for half an hour, or probably less.

Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo

The Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Conditioner, just like the shampoo, is not something special.  It’s your typical creamy conditioner, and it smells just fine. Also, just like the shampoo, its fragrance doesn’t last long – half an hour, at most.

Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Conditioner

I have tried both the shampoo and conditioner for over two months now, and sadly, both didn’t live up to my expectations. In my opinion, the two products didn’t improve the appearance of my hair; it’s still frizzy, and all. Plus, I think the formulation has not prevented (or possibly, caused) itching and flaking on my scalp. I know it’s disgusting, but it’s really something to think about before buying this.

One thing I love about it though, is that didn’t dry out my hair; some shampoos do, and create a disaster on my already-ruined hair. However, I’ve seen other shampoos (and conditioners) do a better job than this. The Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo and Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Conditioner are not bad, and they’re not great either.  In other words, there’s nothing really special about them.

Cost Efficiency

I’ve been using these since April 2014 - that’s roughly around 2 months; I would say that the 400g worth of shampoo and 400g worth of conditioner could go a long way. I guess I could finish up the bottles in a month, and that’s not bad. Three months’ worth of product is just a LOT!

However, if you’d ask me, I would rather go for a cheaper alternative. Skinfood Shampoo and even Conditioner, costs quite a fortune, and I could hardly see the benefits that I want to see. Yes, it is a lot of product, it is somewhat costly and it’s not readily available here in the Philippines. I was expecting a lot more from Skinfood, but I guess that’s all there is to it. Maybe it is meant to suit Korean hair, unlike mine, which is, you know, Filipina.

RATING:

·         Packaging  - 5.00 out of 5.00

·         Formulation – 4.50 out of 5.00

·         Cost Efficiency – 3.70 out of 5.00

Average Rating: 4.40 out of 5.00

Pros:

• ·         Excellent packaging
• ·         Easy to lather and apply on to hair
• ·         A little product goes a long way
• ·         Doesn't dry out your hair

Cons:

• ·         Didn't prevent flaking or itching/ Caused flaking and itching (to be verified)
• ·         Expensive at around Php700 per 400g bottle (to be verified)
• ·         No visible improvements on hair

Repurchase? I guess I’ll take a pass on this one. I've seen better alternatives.

Have you ever used this before?

Post your comments below! J

Love lots,

NEWBEE

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Review: Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo (400g) and Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Shampoo Conditioner (400g)

Choose to Shine with the Free Pantene Treatment Kit from Belle de Jour (BDJ)

Hi there!

A few days more and it’s Christmas once again.

Isn't that wonderful?

For those who had been anticipating my blog post, I’m so sorry if I’m a little late; I had to deal with a lot of stuff at school and at work. I have to admit that I spent the whole day yesterday sleeping and just watching movies, though. Pretty lazy, huh?  That was, to make up for the lost sleep and fun I would have spent in the past days, but I’m coping up anyway.

Since it’s the season of giving, I’d like to talk a little about something I got from my mail last week. It was sometime around Thursday, or Friday, I think; I’m not really sure, since I was away from home when it was delivered.

The BDJ Website

I got a Pantene Treatment Set (Pantene Pro-V Daily Intensive Conditioner Total Damage Care in 180ml + 1 Pantene Pro-V All Day Smooth Miracle Water in 100ml) from the Belle de Jour Team. It’s basically FREE and shipping is free as well, that is if you’d sign up for http://group.ilovebdj.com/

What I got. Sorry, I lost the original box these two products came with. 

Initial Reactions:

I was so thrilled to receive the items when I got home. A conditioner is a staple, and with a leave-on, it couldn’t be even more perfect!

When I got my hands on the kit, almost instantly, I applied the ‘miracle water’ leave-on. I was curious to find as to how the solution is called ‘water’ when basically, it looked like a gel. Yes, a gel. I followed as what was instructed on the packaging:

The instructions and the list of ingredients

The pump

Note: Beat dryness and humidity in any weather

Gel????

Behold! The gel-like solution instantly turned to water(?!)

Indeed, the leave-on solution delivers an ultra-light finish. My hair has turned glossier and prettier when I put it on. It was like an instant makeover to my super ugly hair. So, yeah, thanks BDJ! Thanks Pantene!

As for the conditioner, honestly, I wasn’t able to try it out yet. So, I hope this is fine!

If you haven’t signed up for your free Pantene Treatment Kit, please do. I don’t know for how long the promo period would last but it would be really great if you could get one for yourself. The kit is FREE, and shipping anywhere within the Philippines is FREE, as well.

Please sign up at group.ilovebdj.com and please visit bdjbox.com for more info. 

#Choosetoshine and Merry Christmas to all!

Newbee

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Choose to Shine with the Free Pantene Treatment Kit from Belle de Jour (BDJ)