소지섭 내 데이트

안녕하세요~! 

So yesterday, I did probably the craziest thing I've ever done in my life. I went to see So Ji Sub (소지섭)! XD He had a press conference at City Square at 8pm. I rushed over from work, hoping to still grab a good spot. And waited for over an hour. His press conference lasted 15 minutes. >.<

But still, I think it was very worth it. I had a fairly unblocked view of the stage and I was pretty glad (for once) that I was tall. Or that the people in front of me were short. Anyway, he is incredibly good looking in real life! I wouldn't say he's tall though, since technically he's just a little taller than me. But he's very cute! And cheeky. And funny. (Especially when he said I love you lahh~) Although at times his shy side would emerge. And when he laughs you just can't help but smile along and swoon over him. ♥ *fan girl mode on*

Unfortunately, I had used my phone instead and the zoomed photos turned out pretty blurry. The 4 minute video wasn't too bad though. :(

To think that, if I hadn't watched The Master's Sun (주군의 태양) for the second time recently, I wouldn't have been so obsessed with him now. How could he not have appealed to me the first time round?! I even said there wasn't any eye candy. 오빠 미안합니다! And another plus one, he's a rapper! Haha IKR, he doesn't really fit that image. But he's good! I've been listening to some of Leessang's songs so I'm glad to add some of Ji Sub's into that list.

He has a showcase tonight, but the cheapest ticket is $68 and unfortunately (or fortunately) I'm not *that* crazy for him (yet). Wish I had free tickets though. 

오빠 화이팅!!

[sponsored review] My Bio-essence Tanaka White experience

More goodies from my favorite brand of skincare/makeup! Yay! This time I received a bottle of 4X Intensive White Serum and a tub of Double Whitening Day Cream. 

Tanaka White 4X Intensive White Serum [$45.80/30ml]

Labelled as their star product, this serum is specially blended with traditional and modern ingredients, including 4 of the greatest whitening ingredients: alpha-Arbutin, Tanaka Extract, Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid. It targets, combats and treats the causes of dark spots and uneven skin, providing highly intensive whitening and brightening for a luminous, fairer and more radiant skin, with superior whitening effect that can be seen after just 4 days!

• Effectively lightens existing pigments and spots
• Blocks tyrosinase and inhibits the production of melanin to prevent dark spots and reduces darkening after UV exposure
• Evens out skin tone, whitens & brightens complexion
• Moisturizes and cools skin
• Skin exudes radiance, revealing a smooth, fair & healthy-looking complexion. 
• Skin’s fairness intensifies for flawless fair skin which glows from within

Struggled a little with the dropper at first, before I finally found out how to use it properly. (Yes you may laugh.) One squeeze is actually enough to cover my entire face and neck. Love this serum. It's light and fragrant, and absorbs so easily into my skin.

Tanaka White Double Whitening Day Cream SPF 20 [$29.80/50ml]

This cream comes with SPF 20, Tanaka Extract and Tranexamic Acid to help suppress excessive  production of melanin, protects skin from harmful sunlight and repairs skin for instant fairness from within so that skin glows with crystal clear luminosity. Regain bright and naturally fair skin as it helps repair damaged cells and encourage cell renewal. It is uniquely formulated with Hyaluronic Acid to keep skin hydrated and moisturized, and is lightly textured with a non-greasy formula to facilitate fast absorption. Tanaka Extract helps to keep skin cool.

I don't really like tub containers, so that's a minus one. Texture is not exactly non-greasy, so it leaves a slight shine on my face. At the end of the day my face becomes a little more oily than if I didn't use this cream. Perhaps it suits dry skin more? But I'm glad it has SPF 20. Yay to more sun protection!

Overall, I didn't see much difference personally, despite using it religiously every day. But I went over to my grandma's house about a week after using these, and my aunt commented that my face looks fairer. So I guess it works! ^^v

If you would like to give this cool product a try, LIKE the Bio-essence Singapore Facebook page here and participate in their July free sampling! Or, you can just purchase your set at Watsons, Guardian, NTUC, Sasa outlets, beauty stores, and major supermarkets (in other words, everywhere).

[sponsored review] Curel Sebum Care series

Received this set of products some time back. Was quite happy initially when I saw the name of this series. Sebum Care. I super need! Lol. Erm, sorry for the grainy image. :X

Curel Sebum Care Foaming Wash [$19.80/150ml]

Ultra fine foam with sebum solvent to thoroughly cleanse dirt and excess sebum while protectng ceramide.

 

I liked how nice and cool my skin felt after using this. Although I had to wash twice before it felt clean enough. Personal opinion.

 

Curel Sebum Care Lotion [$24.90/150ml]

Non-sticky formula prepares skin for better absorption of moisturiser / essence that is used after the lotion. 

 

By lotion, it's actually toner. Absorbs quite fast. 

 

Curel Sebum Care Moisture Gel [$34.90/120ml]

Liquid based gel spreads easily for speedy absorption into deeper layers of skin without leaving skin sticky.

It left my skin feeling slightly sticky and shiny. 

Not much comments for these as it didn't work out between us. I broke out the next day after using this, so I stopped at once. But I thought perhaps the breakout was due to my monthly blood donation, so after a week or so, when my skin had cleared, I gave it another try. Same problem. :(

But don't let it scare you off. It's just me being unsuitable for this product. If you're worried, you can always redeem your Sebum Care samples here.