It's odd how if I received a package like this about a year ago, I probably would have had a different reception to it.

Right now I am all hyped up and happy to receive these pampering sheets but a year ago I would have even gone ahead and said 'no, it's alright'. I don't mean that in any negative manner if it comes off that way but rather a year ago, I didn't see the joy of masking and probably masked once every two months?

As for the 180 degree change, like I said, I really am enjoying how these sheet masks hydrate my face once a week (I try!) and it just feels like a good process to go through with.

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I'll keep this fairly brief, because all I'm doing in this post is introducing the masks. I'll start with the Sexylook Hello Kitty Strawberry Perfect Hydrating Mask.

Why can't all masks out there have a shorter name? No, really.

A pack of this comes with 5 packs of kitty sheet masks to use and I'm not certain of the price (will update when I check) but it is available at Watsons outlets.

Here's the ingredients listing for those interested (click to enlarge).

Very much part of the whole kitty selling point but it comes with really adorable graphics of a distraught Hello Kitty who becomes dazzling and sparkly after using the mask.

While I'm not hoping for that effect, this masks claims to provide hydration for a glowy complexion and more! I'll share more within the masking up feature for this particular mask!

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Moving on to the next pack, we have here LoveMore's Electric Ore Peptide Firming Duo Lifting Mask.

See what I mean?

I've seen masks like such a while ago and was always intrigued to try yet still iffy about it because I do hate wetting my hair with essence while masking and with this, there's no running from it.

The mask comes with loops that you secure behind the ears and flaps you tuck under the chin so it's pretty much a full coverage sheet mask.

A pack of this costs S$8.90 on secretive.sg and comes with 5 sheet masks. Alternatively you can purchase 1 sheet mask at S$1.80.

Here's the ingredient listing (click to enlarge).

While I was a little intrigued to try this out, my mind changed when I ran through the ingredients.

The second ingredient used is Fish Collagen Peptide and while I can't directly claim it is Marine Collagen, it is a collagen source from a marine creature so.... I believe that is a yes?

I can't ingest Marine Collagen (boo, no collagen drinks) else my eczema will act up and while applying it isn't as severe an issue I stil don't want to take that chance. On my face.

So I want to quickly ask: has anyone with eczema tried using this and were there any adverse effects? Or no effects from it?

 

And this wraps up my quick mask introduction. I was browsing about secretive.sg and chanced across this very fresh sounding one called LoveMore Alps Spring & Phytoncide Moisturizing Mask. Doesn't that just sound refreshing?

The ingredients listing doesn't include marine collagen (yessss~) so I'll probably grab a pack or one to try.

Thanks for reading!

Amidst the whole Diablo 3 mania going on right now, there is another under-lying mania boiling beneath the surface. It's not confirmed but there are rumors that Hello Kitty would return to Mcdonalds (in Singapore) and start that craze once more.

I'm not here to confirm that information (sadly) but rather I am here to put up a sneak peak of the next few kitty posts to come!

I seldom do these sneak peek thingamajigs but I was quite surprised that the recent goodies I received were all about the kitty. I don't have the time to draft up full out entries of these right now so I'll leave you with this picture!

While I am not a massive kitty fan, I can't deny the kitty is cute and can make me feel like a little girl all over again.

Any Hello Kitty fans out there?

Just got this in my mail and since it's still fairly early and (I hope) everyone is still online, I thought I would share.

The Shiseido sale will take place from 10am to 8pm on the 16th and 17th of May at their office - Orchard Building (above H&M)

I've not dropped by a Shiseido sale prior and don't think I can also make it this time around but for those heading there,

Happy Shopping!

I am still very much a noob when it comes to magnetic polishes but I would like to think that the first experience has taught me well enough and with a little help from Scrangie's 101, I am ready to take on these magnetic wonders again.

I say wonders because if you watch the polish 'transform' when you hold the magnet over it, it's quite adorable to see it all shuffle into place.

I had received 3 Nails Inc Magnetic Nail Polish from Watsons and boy am I glad to have more magnetic fun to play with!

The shades I received are Trafalgar Square, Whitehall and Houses of Parliament.

A very lovely choice of shades and all of which I would certainly pick out for myself.

Though of them all, somehow I was drawn towards the simple silver that is Trafalgar Square and just had to swatch it and have it on the minute I was done snapping shots of the bottles.

I'm sure most are rather acquainted to Nails Inc but nonetheless, here are bits of info about the product.

The magnetic portion is a cap above the actual nail polish's 'wand'. Very much like Chanel, Dior or other polishes where you remove the cap first and then work with a separate grip for application.

Somehow, with the metallic finish, I anticipated that the polish would start out sheer so I layered on 1 coat of it first with no hurry to work the magnetic magic.

As I had expected, it's better to lay down 1 thin coat first and leave it as is, sort of like a base.

It's still a gorgeous metallic silver nonetheless, yes?

So with the second coat, I did the whole magnetic frenzy of applying a coat and quickly holding the magnetic cap over.

I like how with the Nails Inc one (in comparison to Golden Rose which I featured before), there is a little 'stub' on the cap which allows you to rest that portion on the finger to comfortably hold the magnet over the nail.

I hope that makes good sense but I'm also certain most of you already know what I am talking about. If not, scroll up and look for the stubby bit on the cap and it would make sense!

So here's 2 coats with the magnetic wavy effect (no topcoat).

Due to the metalic finish of the polish, this turned out to be a royal pain to photograph. Mainly because I was trying to avoid a glare or sheen to better showcase the magnetic waves.

Pictures can't capture the dimension this polish possesses and it's honestly a lot prettier in person. Do check these Nails Inc Magnetic Polishes out at Watsons' My Vanity Box if you haven't already!

I've worn this manicure for a good week now (without a top coat) and only after Day 5 do I notice some tip-wear.

Guess that's sign for me to explore my stash and change my manicure!

Nails Inc is available at Watsons' My Vanity Box (at select stores), retailing at S$21.90 each.

 

Thanks for reading! Are Magnetic Polishes your thing or passing on this nail trend?

 

Disclosure:
Products were provided to me for review consideration.
I am not affiliated to them and all opinions expressed are my own.

As I was packing for the staycation at Marina Bay Sands, I figured why not share what I would bring along with me on a staycation.

I haven't experienced many staycations (this is my second) but I have stayed over at friend's places, bf's place and all that. While staycations and house stays call for different packing requirements, everytime I pack for a simple slumber night (cause it's not always a party) people ask if I'm packing for a trip.

Okay, it's not that extreme because clothes-wise it's simple but I really try to water down my night routine and even my makeup routine for the next day yet there are some essential things that you will have to bring no matter what.

Case in point, body moisturizer.

Sometimes if I am bunking over at a friend's place I can skip it and just use theirs but if it is a hotel staycation I must must must bring either my Jergens or Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Body Moisturizer. Full size or not, I need it to fight the very unforgiving hotel air-conditioning.

Enough chatter.

I'll try and keep this a quick 'sharing' post and perhaps you all could tell me if you lug around this amount of stuff when you have a little slumber night as well. Just so I know it's really not just me...

First, body/skincare stuff! I received this Cetaphil toiletry bag fairly recently and am loving how useful and spacious it is!

BODY CARE

1. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream
   For slathering on all over the legs and arms
2. Steam Cream
   Somewhat a backup and also a lighter multi-purpose moisturizer. Can be used for elbows, hands and even the face!

 

Typically for skincare products I try to find whatever is small and travel sized so this does change from time to time, depending on the duration of the stay too. Here's what I managed to dig up for this one.

SKIN CARE

1. Pure Beauty Cleansing Foam
   Just happened to have this out. I prefer tubes cause they are easier to travel with and I always bring a full size cleanser cause the boyfriend shares my cleanser when 'traveling'
2. Laneige Power Essential Skin Refiner
   Toner! I have about a few drops of this left.
3. Laneige Waterbank Essence
   I rarely use this at home because I use a separate brand's essence but this size is handy for travel. I apply the essence as a light moisturizer after showers too, when I'm not ready for the full night routine yet.
4. Vichy Normaderm Spot Treatment
   Just incase I have a zit to zap!
5. Vichy Normaderm Night Cream
6. Caudalie Pulpe Vitaminée Eye and Lip Cream
   Really handy but I mainly use it under the eye. I find it quite light on the lips and not balmy enough for my liking.
7. Mogitate Kajitsu Strawberry Lipbalm
   Simple ole lipbalm. Need to bring balms out, I can't live without them.
8. Shu Uemura Fresh Cleansing Oil
   So glad I found a little sample 'vial' of this!

 

As for makeup it gets a little complicated but typically I pack a lot or try to cover as many 'aspects' as I can but I don't always end up using everything. Though it's always good to have it on hand... just incase!

MAKEUP

1. Smashbox Photofinish Primer in Hydrating
   I don't normally carry a day moisturizer and use my sunblock (not pictured) and this to supplement my skin. In this case, thank goodness for our humid weather.
2. 0Kuma Concealer
   I've been loving this a lot for a quick fix under the eye and over light blemishes hence it's a good 2-in-1 product (for me) to easily carry around!
3. Lancôme Maqui Blanc Miracle (2011 version)
   I keep the 2012 revised version at home to ensure it stays pristine and lug around the 2011 version for touch ups and on-the-go makeup. Really loving Maqui Blanc and think I will repurchase the refills!
4. MAC Powerpoint Liner in Engraved
5. SANA New Born Lasting W Brow in LB3
6. CLIO Professional Brush Liner in Black
7. Maquillage Glossy Perfect Rouge in 203
8. Maquillage Brow Wax in 77
9. Wet N Wild Bronzer
   Mainly using this for contouring purposes. It looks rather warm here but when applied lightly does the job of contouring.
10. Rhomlon Eyeshadow in Black
    Always need this for setting my liner!
11. Too Faced Glamour To Go Pocket Palette
    This takes care of my eyeshadow and blush hence I didn't bother packing separate ones (aside from Rhomlon).

 

I forgot to include Urban Decay Primer Potion here but later remembered to pack it. Phew!

It may seem like quite a bit to bring for one simple night's stay but like I said, I don't always use everything and totally ditched the idea of contouring and even priming my lids the next day! Slapped on a super simple makeup look and I was good to go.

Just to share, this would be the assortment of brushes I would bring. I keep brushes as simple as possible since I don't like the idea of bringing them out for fear of mis-shaping or 'contaminating' them.

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So much for keeping it short... it always never happens but I tried 'point-forming' things so it's easier to read if you choose to read or find out more!

Lastly, thought I would share some pics from the staycation though I have probably spammed my instagram and twitter with enough!

I rarely go on a staycation, much less one at a hotel as gorgeous as this, and I have 2 very lovely and dear friends to thank for this experience. I would share more on-goings that happened at Marina Bay Sands but I think that in itself deserves another entry.

In the meantime, here are some shots of the suite we got because I'm guessing everyone has seen the infinity pool be it through pictures or in person so... not posting those.

The view when you get in, the living room portion!

Pool table tucked in a corner of the room. There were 3 televisions within the room, whoa!

Bedroom!

And of course... the toilet!

I wish my future toilet looked like that but I don't think that's possible with the current housing sizes...

Oh well, a girl can dream!

Thanks so much for reading and I hope everyone had an eventful and great weekend and Mothers' Day!

Do you also lug around a good number of stuff when having a staycation or bunking over at a friend's place?