Effective Pampaputi (A Bonne & Cathy Doll)

First of all, my skin is already fair to begin with.

But then again, I found some effective skin whitening products that has worked well for me. I've been using these for months already. This post is not for everyone. If you're not interested with skin whitening, feel free to skip this post. If you're interested, I'll share with you some of my favorite pampaputi products for the body. The three products featured are made in Thailand.

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored. 😉

I bought a pack of A Bonne Spa Milk Salt from Watsons when I ran out of body scrub. I observed a lady looking at the body scrub shelf and picking this one up. Gumaya naman ako. I remember reading about this product in beauty forums ages ago, and people were raving about how effective it was.

I gave it a try when I went home that day and... I didn't like it! It was messy in a way because it's just mostly salt and whey particles and it didn't have a gel/cream base so it didn't go on smoothly even on my wet skin. And then I had a brilliant idea!

I used Cathy Doll Ready 2 White One Day Whitener as the gel base and added Spa Milk Salt to form a gritty paste. One beautiful attribute of the Spa Milk Salt is that it intensifies the scent of ANY shower gel/body wash I use with it. When used with Cathy Doll's Ready 2 White One Day Whitener, it intensifies the floral fragrance of my shower gel plus its own hint of creaminess (due to its milk content). My entire bathroom smells amazing every time I do this body scrub ritual. This effect is also evident on other mildly scented body wash, the Spa Milk Salt always intensifies the scent in a good way.

I remember reviewing this shower gel in 2016, and until one it's still one of my favorite shower gels as it is truly effective.

The last step to this body whitening ritual is using Cathy Doll Ready 2 White Whitener Body Lotion. The packaging is simple but it looks pretty. It has a strong, pleasant floral scent. As a whitening lotion, it works INSTANTLY. The texture is very light and is easy to rub on your skin, is easily absorbed, and does not leave white streaks. However, my body has always been dry as a desert, so it's not that moisturizing for me. I prefer this lotion for daytime use, while a richer body butter at night.

Before & After using A Bonne Spa Milk Salt + Cathy Doll Ready 2 White One Day Whitener + Cathy Doll Ready 2 White Whitener Body Lotion

Take note that I do not scrub my skin everyday. I do this 3-step ritual once a week. The body wash and lotion are safe to use everyday. 👍

Price:

A Bonne Spa Milk Salt (PHP 85)

Cathy Doll Ready 2 White One Day Whitener 450ml (PHP 349)

Cathy Doll Ready 2 White Whitener Body Lotion 50ml (PHP 199)/150ml (PHP 549)

Love,

Helen

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iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizer Glow Review

I found a HG moisturizer in a sachet! A 6ml sachet of iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizer Glow for Concentrated Brightening costs only PHP 25. I used 3 sachets in a row for weeks to see how it would work for my skin.

iWhite Korea Aqua Moisturizer Glow is a water-based moisturizer with niacinamide and berry complex. Take note that this product brightens and not whitens. It helps prevent dark spots, freckles, and uneven skin tone.

It has a water drop texture that feels refreshing on the skin. The texture is gel-cream when dispensed, but rub it in your skin and you will see water droplets form before it gets absorbed. It's very easily absorbed, and it leaves my skin soft, supple, and GLOWING with health. I cannot believe that a product this affordable has such a great effect! It makes my oily/combination skin so balanced, and makeup goes on smoothly. As for the scent, it smells like delicious berry yogurt. Go buy this ASAP!!! You will not regret. 😍

Price: 

PHP 25 for a 6ml sachet

PHP 205 for a 50ml tube

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Helen

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Human Nature Haul from Lazada

I decided to do a #nobuy2020 for cosmetics when I did an inventory of my beauty stash. But last month, I attended Lazada's Beauty by Lazmall event and won their flatlay contest so I had shopping money to share with my sister. Initially, I was staring at MAC lipsticks (again), but quickly realized that I didn't need another lipstick. I had a hard time filling my shopping cart until I found a store that sold Human Nature stuff - authentic and below SRP! And so I added to cart all the Human Nature stuff I wanted (but not necessarily needed). My actual needs from this haul were just the shampoo and feminine wash. LOL! I'm so happy!

• Human Nature Kids 100% Natural Bath Soap in Chocolate Adventure 120g (PHP 79) - I didn't know that Human Nature had chocolate soap! Of course, I bought another one for M. 🍫
• Human Nature Cooling Body Cleanser 200ml (PHP 159) - Want not need. Saving this for summer!
• Human Nature Natural Lavender Oil 10ml (PHP 199) - for good sleep.
• Human Nature Natural Shampoo Bar 70g (PHP 179) - My first shampoo bar! I hope it doesn't dry out my hair.
• Human Nature Strengthening +PLUS Shampoo 180ml (PHP 139) - My sister, brother-in-law, and niece use this shampoo. They say it's effective!
• Human Nature Natural Hair Revival Coco Mask 150g (PHP 329) - Recommended by my fellow curly girls as a weekly treatment.
• Human Nature Sunflower Eye Cream 15ml (PHP 249) - Something new from Human Nature. Their sunflower oil can also be used on the eye area, but I'm more comfortable using eye cream.
• Human Nature Peppermint Oil 30ml (PHP 341) - Because I had to include the ants in our home in my very practical haul. This one's an ant warder, but it's an eye and skin irritant so be careful when using it. It smells so good!
• Human Nature Natural Feminine Wash 165ml (PHP 119) - Need!
• Human Nature Natural Toothpaste 120g (PHP 141) - I'm used to using Colgate, but this one from Human Nature is nice to have. Will try using both toothpaste and mouthwash together to see if they can prevent morning breath.
• Human Nature Natural Mouthwash 170ml (PHP 149) - I've been curious about this since it was launched, but was putting off purchasing since it's just a want.

I bought these from Elegante Beaute in Lazada. The prices I listed are as of this week, and are subject to change depending on their store promotion. Their prices are below SRP. The seller is nice and accommodating with my questions regarding expiry dates. To my surprise, my order was shipped in a tiny cardboard box. I was expecting a big parcel. Apparently, the seller as artfully packed my items in a box without needing bubble wrap. No spills, but some of the boxes were dented. The dented product boxes are fine because these are for personal use, but could be an issue when you're planning to give these items as gifts. Shipping was fast. I ordered Monday night, and the products arrived on Wednesday. 👍

What is your favorite Human Nature product?

Love,

Helen

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