Review: Oryspa Rice Powder Face Mask (Brightening)

I'm so excited to share my favorite all-natural face mask from Oryspa! I bought one when I was in SM North Edsa. I tried it at home and mom saw the difference it did so when we were in SM Sta Rosa, we bought more!

Oryspa is a local brand that makes and sells products that are rice bran-based. I first heard this brand from chicsassymom, I tried to search about it and eventually stumbled upon another blog that says something about how awesome Oryspa is so I decided to try it.

From their website: Oryspa (from the scientific name of rice, oryza sativa) means rice for the spa. Like food for the soul, Oryspa products will just do that. It provides instant relaxation, rejuvenation or energy when you need it most. You can bring the spa experience into your homes.

Benefits of Rice Bran

It’s my pleasure to tell you that rice bran oil unlike other natural plant oils which you have to have an intake as supplement to have an effect, effective results are achieved when used topically.

1. Look and feel younger as rice bran used in Oryspa products are high omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin b which are natural anti oxidant
2. Get fairer whiter skin safely with Oryspa products with rice bran. Unlike virgin coconut oil, rice bran has a high smoke point which means it does not react easily to the heat of the sun where we experience abundantly in the tropics.
3. Get smoother softer hair and skin as Oryspa products are easily absorbed by the skin
4. Enjoy a clearer complexion as Oryspa brightens with rice bran being naturally antibacterial in nature.

One pack costs Php 65 or USD 1.59

Left: description, ingredients, directions. Right: scary-looking me when mask is applied haha

How I mix it:

You need:

tablespoon (doesn't matter if it's metal or plastic)

mixing container (small plate would do)

water or milk

I take a tablespoon (sometimes even less) of the powder inside and then mix it with a very, very small amount of water. I find that 1:1 doesn't work since the mixture would become too runny and wouldn't be fun to put as mask on. It turns into a mixture a little less thicker than condensed milk. I find that no matter how you make the mask, it still has the same effect so it doesn't matter if it's too runny since it hardens on the face. I leave it for 20mins or as soon as the clay hardens before I wash it off with water. I recommend lying down and listening to music while you're at it.

How I apply it:

Using my fingers, I take some and then massage it on my face, making sure that everything is covered so every part of my skin is even after I wash off. I also put some under my eyes, even my eyelids (but I don't close my eyes and then apply) but in the picture, I accidentally put some on my eyebrow - which is unnecessary.

Results:

Unfortunately I can't provide an "after" picture from the above pic. I only have a picture of me after my second try:

Notice that my face is brighter/a little whiter that my neck. I have a yellow undertone by the way.

My skin type is combination and is a bit sensitive so I'm always on the look out for natural products. The mask gives the same effect as Tony Moly's Tomatox except that this one is natural and lasts longer. It leaves a tiny white cast on the face that blends on your skin. My face powder makeup looks smoother after using the mask. It doesn't irritate and doesn't break me out.

I tried this once and then applied The Face Shop Natural Sun AQ Power Long Lasting Suncream SPF45 PA+++, my skin looked so smooth! I guess the suncream served as the foundation since it looks like bb cream. Will review it soon!

Will I repurchase? Definitely! But one pack goes a long way and I still have one and a half more haha!

Rating: 5/5

Oryspa branches:

ORYSPA
SM City Calamba
Laguna
Level 2 (Near National Bookstore)

ORYSPA
SM City Clark
Pampanga
Level 1, (Near National Bookstore)
Opening on Oct. 29, 2011

ORYSPA
SM City North EDSA
The Block
Level 3 Near Kimono Ken

ORYSPA
SM City Lipa
Level 1 in front of Goldilocks

ORYSPA
SM San Lazaro

Also Available in:

KUTITAP
Robinsons Town Mall
Los Banos, Laguna
Ground Floor

ORYSPA Office251 D, BCC Building
Chipeco Avenue
Calamba, Laguna

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EXO-K for The Face Shop!

I found a new Exo fan site (for me, that is) and it's not just a fan site...it's a style-dedicated exo fan site! Omg, why have i not seen this before? I was scrolling along the September stuff and found this! The Face Shop, EXO-K and mangoes!

"With the release of its new Mango Seed range this Autumn, The Face Shop has revealed fresh photoshoots of EXO-K for the advertising campaign of the beauty products.

The concept is fun and in theme with the mango colours: yellow and green. The boys can indeed pull off the casual preppy look in the most unusual colours and yet still look stylish!" - Source

This post is picture heavy but it won't slow down your internet, I think...because I grabbed these from Facebook and Facebook has lo-res photos /XD

I have a question...are there plenty of mangoes in Korea? It's a tropical fruit so...yeah. There are not much mangoes in the Phil at this season...I think. We have a mango tree in the backyard and it's not sprouting any :D

I promise you won't regret reading, so please click READ MORE to see more TFS x EXO-K goodness /please

Bubzbeauty's DIY Acne/Scar Reducing Mask & Toner

Photo source

I came across an old bubzbeauty video a few days ago, I must say that I really love her DIYs! They are so fun to do and very helpful. I decided to give this one a try since I have all of the things she mentioned in the video.

How to Make the Mask

You will need:

1 tsp apple cider vinegar (preferably organic ACV)

2 tsp cooled down green tea

5 tsp sugar

1 tsp honey

2 tsp sugar

Mixing bowl

Spoon

Glass jar

As much as possible, do not use any metal since the ACV is too strong. /dignose

1. Mix them in order since Bubz mixed them in order.

2. From the mixing bowl, transfer them in a glass jar but make sure to leave about two tsp so you could use the mask right away. Put the glass jar in the fridge. Makes 3-4 applications and will last for two weeks.

3. Now, you could either use a cotton pad/cotton ball to smear the mixture on your face.

4. Massage you face with circular motions for 2-5mins. Be gentle.

5. Let it settle for 10mins and then rinse off.

How to Make the Toner

2 parts green tea

1 part apple cider vinegar

1 tsp of olive oil (for moisture benefits) - optional

1 tsp lemon juice/tea tree oil (to treat acne scars even more) - optional

Glass jar

Mix all together or shake the glass jar just like bubzbeauty did /nobigdeal

Click READ MORE FOR TIPS AND THOUGHTS!

November: New Human Nature Products!

100% Natural Cleansing Bar

Ah yes, the long wait is over! Human Nature's 100% Natural Cleansing Bar is finally here! It took us more than two years to develop this soap especially for you because we wanted to make it 100% natural. No EDTA. No BHT. No synthetic fragrances. Only the good for you and your family!

Bring joy to the world with our 100% Natural Cleansing Bar that gives you a clean so pure, so true. Why go for soaps that leave chemical traces on your skin and the environment? Our natural cleansing bar harnesses nature's goodness to gently yet effectively wash away the day's dirt and grime, leaving your skin feeling clean, fresh, and moisturized! And because it's fragrance-free, your skin steers clear from all synthetic irritants found in chemical soaps.

Do the earth and your skin a favor! Each time you use our cleansing bar, you help make our environment a little greener and your skin a lot cleaner!

Available November 10

REGULAR PRICE:

120g

Php 59.75

100% Natural Smoothing Hair Serum

Think that's all the new products we have for you this season? Absolutely not! Say goodbye to your old hair serums! We've got something even better: our 100% Natural Smoothing Hair Serum! This breakthrough innovation in hair care is made with a blend of nutrient-rich natural oils like sunflower, soybean & broccoli oils that nourish and hydrate the hair, making it truly healthy and beautiful from the inside out. It's so potent that half a pump is all you'll need!

Did you know: Most hair products and serums contain silicone, which is your hair's worst enemy! It coats the hair like plastic, preventing nutrients from penetrating the strands. Why suffocate your strands when you can get all-natural nourishment and oh-so-beautiful hair?

NOTE: This product may not be available until Nov 17.

REGULAR PRICE:	50ml	Php 249.75
INTRO PRICE:		Php 199.75

Pure Strength Black Diamond Cleansing Bar with Energizing Peppermint

And for the men, we have something for you too. Take note though, this is more than just a bar of soap. Introducing our newest addition to our Pure Strength men's line... our Pure Strength Black Diamond Cleansing Bar with Energizing Peppermint! It's charged with all-natural premium ingredients like deep-cleansing bamboo carbon for a powerfully clean feeling, and absolutely no compromising chemicals that can harm your health or the environment. So staying clean and looking good does beyond good grooming - it's good stewardship.

Available November 10

REGULAR PRICE:

120g

Php 79.75

Tropical Burst Spray Sanitizer

And of course, your favorite 100% natural spray sanitizer now comes in a new scent: Tropical Burst! Enjoy the lush scent of tropical paradise while keeping harmful bacteria away. It is clinically proven to kill 99.99% of germs on contact without the use of nasty chemicals. Its natural fragrance, a blend of tropical citrusy fruits and flowers, will delight you while aloe vera will keep your hands nice and moisturized. And it doesn't just clean hands, it cleans surfaces, disinfects rooms, toilet seats and so much more

Did you know: Triclosan, an ingredient usually found in chemical sanitizers, is classified as an irritant. Independent studies have found it may be linked to endocrinal and reproductive malfunctions. So stay away and keep your hands clean the all-natural way!

Available November 10

REGULAR PRICE:	50ml	Php 67.75
INTRO PRICE:		Php 64.75

*all information are from the Human Nature exclusive newsletter for dealers I just wanted to share it! :)

Winnings: #17 Falsies and Geo Angel Grey from Kiwiberry1-collection x starmishie

I'm the type of girl who don't wear much makeup, doesn't wear contacts and not a regular fan of false eyelashes but when I saw these stuff Kiwiberry1-collection sent me, I think I changed my mind. :D I received Geo Angel Grey in 14mm, I had the privilege to choose the lenses I wanted so I chose this! It also came with the typical contact lens case, instructions and a "Thank you for your purchase" slip from the online store.

The packaging was very nicely done. Yey bubble wrap everywhere!!! I want to pop you alllll /wahaha

(You can see that it's from Canada)

And the staff from Kiwiberry sent me a box of false eyelashes, although I'm not sure what type this is because there is no product specification in the box. My hunch is that it is #17 Black Eyelash Lash Pack since the #7 is too glamorous from what I received. Don't get me wrong, #17 is my type /hmm

Haha no makeup on! Except for the lashes. Here I am wearing the lashes they gave me. You can see that I am such a noob, the right lash is not very well put. But hey, I cut them to fit /sweat

Oh they also gave me a discount code. You can also receive a discount when you order since it's Halloween season! Check out their website, they have a (tadaaah!): /XD

SURPRISE HALLOWEEN SALE on NOW!
48 HOURS ONLY - 50% off SITEWIDE-Worldwide. Use code: HALLOWEEN50

I think I'm getting contacts for my nearsighted eyes with myopia next time, and hopefully learn how to wear them properly then. But for now, I love my huge korean-ish eyeglasses. :D

A not-so-good photo of my glasses, beside the pink leopard headband from Nicole's giveaway that I won. And the accounting seatwork I was working on that time...seems like my eyeglasses were unhappy and shocked haha /blur

Check out this video from EXO!!! Chanyeol and Kris rapping on Two Moons! Wish they would do a studio version of this (longer please). And with the roll like a buffaloooo and the waddup kreeeeease! Watch it and please vote for EXO for Best New Male Artist & Artist of the Year! /please

Awesome, right??!?!? Haha i'm not the type of person who listen to rap but this one's just got swaaag. I wish I live in Korea!!! /floor Bye! And don't forget to join my Asian Vogue giveaway! /bye Suesh Giveaway by missplpify

Human Nature Natural Baby Wash as a Facial Wash

Here is the Baby Care line. I have tried everything, actually!

Photo from the Human Nature website.

YEY, another organic product review! So here's what's new: I'm using a baby wash for my face because I think my skin got used to the tomato facial wash that it won't moisturize my skin well anymore. Not that I don't like the tomato facial wash. Click READ MORE below :)

Review: EOS Honeysuckle Honeydew lip balm

Featuring ViVi magazine haha! EOS stands for Evolution of Smooth, they have really made it true to their word. Click READ MORE! :)

Weekly Reads

1. Sleep in total darkness to stay young and lose the bulges by ecobeautysecrets
I've always been sleeping with lights on since I live in a room shared with my college dorm-mates. I guess that's why I feel a little on the heavier side now, because melatonin production gets disrupted?

Dandruff and acne related?

Source

Is your dandruff causing you acne? Or is your overly-producing oil in the skin causing you both? Click READ MORE :)

Review: NYX Indian Pink lipstick

(left) with only one swipe

(right) with two swipes

It's a pink frost lipstick with little gold flex. If it had been dark color, I think it'll count as perfect for night makeup because of the gold stuff the lipstick radiates.

Unica Hija Style Makeover

Hurray! After soo many days and failed attempts of going home (will blog about it), I'm finally posting about the style makeover plus shopping with Aisa Ipac courtesy of Unica Hija!! I almost wasn't able to go because of time and schedule conflict, but thank God I was able to go because it was so fun!

I've always loved Unica Hija. I even asked for the PFW tickets for last May, I got them but I failed to watch the Unica Hija show for some reason. But that's okay!! Last week, I got to wear a lot from the new collection and styled by celebrity stylist/my favorite awesome blogger, Aisa! *drumroll*

Posing with the standee-poster from Unica Hija's PFW. Hey look, Sarah Geronimo ;)

The stylist :)

Review: Human Nature Facial Washes

As promised, I will do a Human Nature review series! First up are their facial washes! They have three different kinds: the balancing, hydrating and nourishing (which is new).

Balancing Facial Wash

This is actually the second facial wash I tried. The first one was the moringa one (hydrating) but for my love for this facial wash, I shall put it first!

Why I love Human Nature

I've always believed in the saying "tangkilikin ang sariling atin (love your own products)", no matter how cliche it is, you should believe in it. I agree with Human Nature on their pro-philippines, pro-poor, pro-environment motto. Being an eco-conscious made me see things another way and I'm very thankful for that!

Good music, odd weather and giveaway winner announcement

Without further ado, with only three entries, the lucky winner is...

The Next Best Thing to Your Shopping Experience Usharethis.net

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An online shopping community where regular people share their uncommon finds. A movement of regular people who help each other find things they like and most of these things are affordable. It’s a portal that connects you to trending and unique products at your fingertips. Chances are there are a few other people on Usharethis.net who think like you do. This mass marketplace has become specialized just for the target market “you” and “me”. Social sharing, desire to discover as well as the sense of community all in one.

It’s shopping made easy! It’s shopping with an interesting twist!

Usharethis.net can make everything easy by putting the internet’s stores at your fingertips. It gives you the opportunity to save items you crave in a wish list. If you’re more of a window shopper, you can put items on your wish list for a rainy day. Users post, collect, organize products and follow people and stores they like. Users can visually keep track of their own shopping wish list.

Usharethis.net is a means to share your style with your friends and this means no more ugly sweaters for Christmas gift. Usharethis.net is primarily user-generated so you can trust that it’s not just one person or company throwing what they think looks good on you and it links you directly to the site where you can purchase the products. It’s like treasure hunting. Everything you want in one place.

What to expect on Usharethis.net

- Great interface. Navigation is simple and straightforward.
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Weekly Reads #03 + a little something from my heart

Weekly Reads #03 is two weeks late! Nevertheless, here they are!

1. What Happened to Personal Style? by Manila Kid

"If people dress up in a brand for a brand (Forever 21 from head to toe), for the sake of being photographed, or for the sake of showing off and publicity, would it be considered personal style?"

Speaks reality about brands and fashion. One of the great things I've read this week was this. You must check it out.

2. The Truth About Slimming Pills by thebeautyjunkee

I kinda consider talking about slimming pills embarrassing for the people who talk about it. Idk. Have you seen this on Failon Ngayon? If not, read up and share. It could save lives!

3. Urban Decay is going to China. Why should you be concerned? by Temptalia

Whenever I hear the word Urban Decay - it is always associated with Naked Palette. Hmmm. Read up on Urban Decay's Press Statement: Animal Testing and China

4. Skin Diet: Fruits and Vegetables Can Improve Tone, Study Says by Huffingtonpost

Pale skin, red skin, yellow skin. The conclusion: Increased fruit and vegetable consumption confers measurable and perceptibly beneficial effects on Caucasian skin appearance within six weeks. This effect could potentially be used as a motivational tool in dietary intervention. Feeling a little geeky? Read up on the You Are What You Eat: Within-Subject Increases in Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Confer Beneficial Skin-Color Changes research for intense details.

5. How to Dress like Jess from New Girl by collegefashion

Who's your style inspiration? I really love Zooey Deschanel because: a) Her outfits are Sunday-outfit worthy and b) She looks like Katy Perry. Remember Zooey Deschanel & New Girl? Even if it's already 2012, I still find New Girl - Zooey's wardrobe worth drooling for. Why don't you check out What Would Zooey Deschanel Wear and prepare a bowl for your dripping saliva (not literally).

6. Lee Min Ho for Bench? by chicsassymom

From Jerry Yan to Lucy Hale to Alison Harvard, Bench has gone a long way! Lee Min Ho? *jaw drops* I predict Lee Min Ho is stepping on the Philippine soil anytime soon if this is true!

From my heart (lol)

Phew! My blog is lacking posts. Apologies. School work is taking up too much of time but heck, there's only two college years left so I have to be thankful. ;) I'm so very thankful that I've gone from 600+ to 300+ in the Top Blogs ranking :)) Also, thank you to everyone who joined my giveaway! I now have 100+ followers *thinking of another giveaway hmm*. Thank you!! Oooh. I've also noticed that my blog has been getting top views from South Korea also (which is kind of surprising!).

Upcoming stuffs (still an idea!):

POSTS: Hair inspirations, Foods to eat for better skin, Fashion forecast/trends i'm loving, girl crushes and a few product reviews

BLOG: New layout and a makeover, new sidebar feature for my favorite blogs

I have to go sleep now, I still have to pack my stuffs tomorrow morning to get ready to leave! Au revoir ~

Have you checked out my 50-followers giveaway yet?

Follow me and let's tweet on twitter ;)

Win a pair of eyeglasses! Visit thebargaindoll here :)

Weekly Reads #02

1. Are Open Windows Aging Your Skin? by ecobeautysecrets

- Is your workplace near a window? Do you ride a bus everyday and sit near the passenger window?

2. 9-year old food critic reviews school lunches. Gives low marks.

- One primary school pupil's daily dose of school dinners. With more than 1.5 million views, this kid is an awesome food critic. Why should you pack lunch for your kid or yourself?

3. Nail Art Tutorial: The Avengers Nails by askmewhats

- It seems that i'm not the only beauty-lover/kinda girly-girl who loves The Avengers.

4. Beauty snacking: What I munch on for skin's sake by vivawoman

- Dark chocolates, plums, raisins...what more? I personally enjoy munching on raisins, didn't know they were good for the skin! Good thing my friends don't pig them out from me because they don't like it :))

5. Trendspotting: Peplum skirts by thestylereactor

- I've seen a belt that made a skirt looked like a peplum skirt in the The Ramp Crossings Holiday 2012 fashion show. A new comeback?

Why don't you check out these giveaways too? :)