Oryspa Rice Bran Lulur Whitening Body Scrub

I love getting body scrubs from spas - they're so good for my skin but so bad for my wallet! Whenever I get that post-spa glowing skin, I can't help but think, "It's so worth it!" But then, I got hold of a product that gave me the spa experience at home at a fraction of a cost. If you're a fan of getting body scrubs, or just a plain lover of body care items (like me!), then you'll love this!

Oryspa Rice Bran Lulur Whitening Body Scrub

Every Sunday, I take time to pamper myself by taking an extra long bath. This is the time when I indulge my hair with a little more minutes of conditioner or hair treatment and scrub my body so I'd be fresh and ready for the week ahead. My recent favorite is Oryspa's Rice Bran Lulur Whitening Body Scrub.

 

Oryspa is the first and finest maker of rice bran based spa products in the Philippines. It makes use of the skincare wonder that is rice bran to nourish and exfoliate the skin.

The scrub is housed in a simple packaging. It has a cap inside so the products won't spill.

Upon opening the jar, you'll be greeted by an amazingly fragrant spa-ish floral scent, which I am very fond of. It just smells so good! (They have another variant in Champorado (chocolate rice porridge), so imagine the scent of that one as well. Heavenly!)

I've used various body scrubs before, but it's my very first time to try the lulur scrub. According to history, royal Javanese brides-to-be were given the lulur scrub treatment everday for 40 days before their wedding to reveal smooth and fair skin.

For me, 40 days of continuous body scrubbing sounds like a lot of trouble! My skin could get too exfoliated. The instructions on the label says that we can opt to use this scrub for 2-3 times a week, but I prefer using it just once a week.

The texture of this scrub is both creamy and grainy. It's abrasive but not too harsh, and it gets the job done. I apply an even layer of this on damp skin from neck down to my feet and scrub my body for a couple of minutes before rinsing it off. I love that the scrub also contains mango butter to moisturize my skin, and arbutin (from bearberry extract) for fairer and clearer skin. You can feel your skin so soft as you rinse the product off in shower. The result is super smooth, brighter, and more even skin! My skin is well hydrated, and since the dead skin cells are gone, it's able to absorb lotions better. I am seriously in love. I used to just get this kind of finish from expensive spa treatments, but now I can achieve it even at home.

Price: P235.00
Oryspa is available online at Zalora. You may also visit their stores to experience the products first before purchasing.

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Love,

Helen

Haul: Zalora Philippines

I've been to Zalora.com.ph so many times I've lost count. I find it so fun to window shop at the comforts of my own home! Now, I've decided to try it out for myself to see what the hype about the site was all about.

I'll share a secret with you: I don't own a single credit card. A bank sent me one before, but I had it cancelled because I feel that I have no need for it. Hence, I am not really a fan of online shopping, since I don't have a credit card number and I have to pay thru bank deposit most of the time, which makes things inconvenient. Until I met Zalora, everything changed. Get this: they accept COD payment! :D

I placed my order late at night on November 6 (Wednesday), and received my order on the morning of November 9 (Saturday). It was still within the 1-3 working days delivery period, so I'm good with that. (Some of the blogs I read mentioned that they got next day delivery. Why does that never happen to me? Haha!)

When you shop at Zalora, you get these amazing benefits that other online shopping sites don't have:

• Cash on delivery
• Free shipping available
• 30 days return
• Secured checkout

I even got a P150.00 off discount voucher with a P2,000.00 minimum spend on my next purchase within the month!

Now, on to the unboxing of my haul! Each item came in their own packaging, which was really nice!

Ichigo Eveta (P920.00)

My top pick and probably my favorite item in this haul is this pretty pair of studded flats from Ichigo. This comes in 3 colors: taupe, sky blue, and navy blue. (I wish it also came in black or beige. I'd definitely hoard!) I chose navy blue because it would go very well with my work clothes. I'm glad that this pair is comfy and size 7 is a perfect fit for me.

Effegi Red Wallet (P100.00)

Whenever I shop, I always have to buy a little something for my family. I got this red coin purse from Effegi for my Mom. (Red is her favorite color!) I also like that this one came in a nice paper bag, perfect to give as gifts!

Last but not least are some pampering goodies from Oryspa. I love the care they took to package these items to make sure it doesn't get damaged or spill in transit. Look, it was covered in bubble wrap, and each product has a separate plastic wrap!

Oryspa Chili Oil (P245.00) & Rice Bran Lulur Whitening Scrub (P235.00)

I got a bottle of Chili Oil for my Grandma, just because I thought this would be a nice product for her to try for her muscle and joint pains. As for the scrub, I was choosing between the Rice Bran Champorado or the Rice Bran Lulur Whitening variant, but my vanity chose the Lulur one because of its spa-ish scent and skin whitening benefits.

So that was my first Zalora haul, and I am a happy and satisfied customer! I'm pretty sure there will be a next time. And as of today, I've convinced my sister to buy the Mel flats she was eyeing at the mall from Zalora instead. Everyone who signs up for their newsletter gets a P250 gift voucher for their first purchase at Zalora.com.ph! :D

Love,

Helen

PS. Zalora launches Online Revolution Month! Get 10% off on any order between 11/11 to 12/11 when you use the code ONLINE, to be redeemed at checkout.

Oryspa Rice Bran Curry Balm

We Filipinos love eating rice, and bran, which is the brown outer layer of the rice kernel, is a useful by-product of our staple food. Who would have thought that bran could be so good for our skin?

The Benefits of Bran:

• It promotes flawless complexion.
• It is rich in oil.
• It is an effective exfoliant.
• It contains phytic acid, a B-complex vitamin that helps improve blood circulation and stimulate cell turnover when used topically.

Oryspa is the first in the Philippines' to carry the finest rice bran-based beauty products. Oryspa wants us to experience beauty in bran and also the wellness and relaxation of a spa in the comforts of our own home.

About Oryspa Rice Bran Curry Balm:

Feel the immediate sense of calm and relief as it soothes aches and pains. Relieves migraine, headache and insect bites. Guaranteed safe, even for kids!

Our Rice Bran Meditation/Curry Balm contain all natural ingredients and essential oils. No carcinogenic effect.

Direction for Use: Apply directly on affected areas. Rub and massage after.

I bring this handy jar of curry balm with me everywhere I go! No, I'm not a fan of curry, but this scent has some spice to it, which I like. When I smell it, I feel like I'm breathing in a milder and natural version of Vicks VapoRub. When I get allergies from dust, I can't breathe and this somehow clears my nasal passages.


Another great use for this is whenever I get insect bites, especially from mosquitoes. Since I am a mosquito magnet, sometimes I find myself having itchy bites, and I just rub this on the affected area. It provides instant relief and I love how it feels on my skin - not greasy at all.


I also used this curry balm when my arms and legs got sore and tired. I rubbed this on and within a few minutes, I felt the tingling and relaxing sensation. It definitely eased my muscle pain, that I am sure of!

This is the base part of the jar. I don't know exactly what the brown dots are for (it must be bran!), but it sure looks natural.

Oryspa is available at SM City Calamba, SM City Sta. Rosa, and Robinsons Town Mall Los Baños. I hope Oryspa would be available in the northern Manila area. Their products are organic, natural, and even safe for kids, so it's bound to be good for you too! Plus, their products make for great gifts this Christmas. Give the gift of beauty and wellness to your friends with Oryspa!

Visit Oryspa's website for more details.
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Love,
Helen