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  • Bloody Scalp no more!

    I had mentioned that during the pandemic, my sensitive scalp had gotten worse. Be it because of the stress or because I needed to adapt to the new … Read More

    Bloody Scalp no more!
  • The Pandemic vs. Skin, who wins? – #1

    It's no surprise that I would write about this. HA! Not because I love skincare, which I do, but more because I didn't expect that the pandemic would … Read More

    The Pandemic vs. Skin, who wins? – #1
  • Time Flies and I’m A Basket Case

    This was supposed to be published in 2021.  -- I haven’t written anything on this blog for a couple of years. Do I feel guilty? Yes. Have to say, … Read More

    Time Flies and I’m A Basket Case
  • Foreo Luna Mini 2 – Blackhead Shaker

    Years ago, Clarisonic was the number one it-tool that had a lot of people praised for, including me. It was really great until it wasn't. Even though … Read More

    Foreo Luna Mini 2 – Blackhead Shaker
  • A day at Korakuen Garden – Okayama

    Okayama was the city we chose for the next destination. For a few reasons. The first one is as a place to stay while we go to Naoshima for a day trip. … Read More

    A day at Korakuen Garden – Okayama

My Biologique Recherche Facial Experience at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

August 26, 2018

I’m writing this post just a couple of days after the treatment (despite my period cramps) because I don’t want to lose the euphoria of the exquisite experience of Biologique Recherche facial treatment over at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta.

If you don’t know yet, Biologique Recherche is famously known in the beauty world for their exclusive treatments. It’s so exclusive that the products are only sold at a very few handfuls of spas across the globe. Not just that, they’re actually reluctant to sell the products without having a consultation beforehand, ensuring us (as clients) can get the best match for our skin and achieve maximum results.

Biologique Recherche is also synonymous with its Lotion P50 (and its variants) for being the top authority on exfoliating acid toner. I believe, Caroline Hirons is the one responsible for making this product incredibly popular.

With the brand’s existence along with their treatment services (face, body, and hair) almost a year ago, it definitely adds another excitement to the ever-growing local beauty scene. So, without further adieu, let’s begin.

Image from Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta.

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Categories: SKINCARE, Special Treatment

Baby Foot To The Rescue!

August 20, 2018

Baby, what?

It’s Baby Foot, a Japanese brand that sells foot peeling pack for that soft and smooth feet, since 1997. Apparently, there are many brands out there, even with similar names. So this whole foot peeling business isn’t new for some people, but intriguing for many!

Fun fact, over the years, Baby Foot has kept improving its formula. The older versions needed 2 hours of use. Then they changed into Fruit Acids, developed an all-in-one pack with the booties. Made it into 60 minutes, until the 30-minute pack that is sold now in Indonesia (other countries might sell the 60 minutes version).

I personally have been using this product for over a year and after a few times of uses, I’m ready to write it all down.

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Categories: HAND & BODY CARE

Kyoto – For The Love of Scenery

August 7, 2018

Let me just say I suck at writing travel posts. Part of it is because I didn’t take a lot of photos so I don’t have much to show you. But I suppose, it challenges me to write and let the words become the visual aid here, hopefully.

So, one of our favorite cities, Kyoto, was the next destination after Sapporo. We took a domestic flight early in the morning from New Chitose Airport to Haneda (Tokyo). From there, we took a train to Shinagawa Station then boarded a Shinkansen (using JR pass) for about 150-160 minutes to Kyoto.

We spent 3 days and 2 nights in this beautiful city.

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Categories: LIFE, Travel

The Wedding Nails 2.0

July 26, 2018

Well, whaddya know, another wedding-related post. I was going to post this sooner but the old tale was I got caught by so many different excuses :p

Anyway, we were very lucky that we get to hold another wedding reception which was 3 weeks after the D-Day. This time, the guests are our friends! I suppose, call me for being extra. But I did want my nails to look different. Plus, the previous nails were getting long and I wasn’t comfortable with the length.

This was what I decided on.

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Categories: Dimas & Kae Wedding, LIFE, NAILS, Nails of the Day

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Light Pearl Eye Mask

July 25, 2018

After eye creams and serums, what else can it be? For some, eye treatments can be seen as a marketing gimmick for people to spend more. True, some products can be a hit and miss. Or maybe they just didn’t do anything on me.

But then again, I don’t set my expectations that high, unlike some people. There are variables that can’t be changed drastically. For the ones that made a difference though, will make me keep going using them.

This particular product has been in my routine for the past year. It has become a secret weapon for tired eyes. And it has a really long name, Lancôme Advanced Génifique Light Pearl Eye Mask*.

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Categories: Eye Mask, Eye Treatment, SKINCARE

#TFCKitchen: It’s Not Always Rainbows and Glimmers.

July 12, 2018

I’ve heard it often. More and more these days. From my girlfriends’ friends, even a few of my husband’s colleagues had made these questions or comments regarding what I do.

From the least harmful to the one with a certain insinuation such as:

“It is true that your wife is sponsored the brands?”

“How does it work, really? Do you get paid and then promote the products?”

“Must be nice to get free products all the time!”

“And got paid too!”

“Trying out beauty products, sounds easy!”

etc.

I’m aware, in general, many people out there are questioning the work of bloggers and influencers (a term I personally don’t associate myself with), especially with the rise of numbers. I get it, it’s a question out of curiosity. But some actually think that we’re just in it for the freebies, or for the money; that brands paid us to say good things about the products.

Well, I’m sorry to disappoint you but it’s not as simple as black and white. Not for me, anyway. Sometimes I feel sad and offended when I’m being passed with that kind of generalization and judgment. That is not fair.

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My Wedding Shoes – Something Blue

June 7, 2018

“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho

It is truly one of the truest quotes I live by. I believe we attract what our minds aspire to. As simple as, when we’re happy, good things come by. When we’re being negative, then bad things are everything that we see. It’s about seeing things in a different perspective, with a brighter note.

I wanted to try this post as a reminder for myself to never underestimate the power of positive thinking.

Yes, this post is also about my wedding shoes. And how I came to acquire them.

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Categories: Dimas & Kae Wedding, LIFE
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Cleanse – Hydrate – Moisturize – Protect (SPF)

Sunscreen at daytime, always.
Double Cleanse at night, a must!

Exfoliate regularly, as necessary, and don’t overdo it.
Don’t forget to use a Hydrating Toner after Exfoliating Acid Toner to prevent dryness and irritation.

Opt for calming and soothing products more than anything else. Pick gentle cleansers. Aim for hydration and moisture. Maintain the skin barrier.

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