Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream

So, I got this product together with Belo BB cream. I was inclined to get this because for P269.75, who could resist that price especially one that belongs to a familiar household name for skincare. And besides, although I have been religiously applying lotion daily, it has been limited to my arms,legs and body...not so much has been applied in my face (a little cleansing and toner ...that's just about it). So I kind of figured, why not start now...

That familiar orange and white color combination that screams intense whitening product here

This particular "intensive whitening" Belo line of product boasts two of the most powerful whitening ingredients: Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid. Most of the whitening products on display would only have the (popular) Kojic Acid infused in them OR a small amount of Tranexamic Acid but this particular line of whitening product has the combination the two. But wait..won't doubling the dose of "acid" to our skin be harmful? A quick research eased this concern. Apparently,  Kojic Acid is an organic compound that stops melanin production, thus giving our skin a visibly lighter appearance. Tranexamic Acid on the other hand, is a peptide that prevent inflammation and melanin formation,as well. It supposedly works best on stubborn dark sports. Hence, giving our skin a more even and radiant look.  .

Personally, I think this cream is the least messy of all creams as it comes with a little curved spatula. Thus, sparing us from dipping and dipping again our fingers into the tub which technically is unhygienic therefore defeating the purpose of "skincare".

Look! Don't let the small size fool you. It's a useful spatula

The smell is quite strong especially for one that will be applied to your face ( a.k.a areas near your nose). But I hear this is similar to their body lotion. The smell will eventually go away. The lotion is best described as watery-thick. Best to apply it thinly but take note a small amount goes a really long way. For one, this product has SPF 30. Although I apply this only during the night (as I am currently alternately using the Belo BB Cream which has a higher SPF at 50). Plus it absorbs quickly,leaving a rather dewy look that will quickly dry without drying your face and neck but rather keeping it moisturise all day (or in my case, all-night).

A bit watery-thick consistency that absorbs quickly

Easy to apply that leaves my skin dewy and moisturised 

On initially application to the face, again the first thing that I noticed was the smell. It was a pleasant one but quite strong. But, my face was immediately transformed to dewy-looking.

And after a week's use, I noticed my skin to be less-tired and "less-deprived-of-sleep" each morning (remember, I apply it only at night). And my skin did lighten just a bit. 

Will update you guys again in another week or so to see how this product goes.

Pros:

1. It absorbs quickly. 
2. It gives this initial dewy look that will keep your skin moisturised all-day
3. The price is so temptingly affordable (with that tub and a small amount..it goes a really long way)
4. Surprisingly, it did lighten a bit my face  (this was in a week's time of usage)
5. It has SPF 30 
6. It is hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested ( so with confidence, any one can use this product)
7. It is one of the most hygienic and least messy cream as it comes with a little spatula for application

Cons:

1. The cover ( Laugh all you want but I initially found it hard to open the tub...but atleast, you know spillage is prevented)
2. The smell ( like I mentioned earlier ,it can be a bit overwhelming ...BUT for some strange reason, it can be addicting--I for one could not help but smell it often when I tested it in my hand...so I don't know if this is a con or a pro)

Will I buy it again? Yes. Why not..especially after seeing the initial one week result. This looks promising.

Review: Beautylabo Pure Beige Hair Color

My hair has been dyed several times over the past years (usually I'd go for the warm brown tones that would range from medium brown to copper brown). I think the most daring color I had was supposedly the lightest brown color offered but turned out to be more blond on me (I was called Goldilocks for a time--so you can imagine the color impact it had on me). It was only recently that I discovered DIY hair color kit. Perhaps it must have been the cute attractive package it came with or the increase in price to have your hair done at the salon.

Anyway.....i discovered Hoyu Beautylabo hair color by accident. I was not meaning to buy it when i stepped inside the store but seeing how attractive it was (It came in a pink themed box...pink was all I needed to see). I narrowed my choices to Creamy Ash and Pure Beige. But since I was hoping to achieve a lighter color from my existing color (Dark Copper Brown), Pure Beige won.

My previous color under nature light indoors

Beautylabo comes in the following colors: 

Honey Blonde, Natural Blonde, Creamy Ash, Candy Apricot, Raspberry pink, Dark Brown and Pure Beige

The winning choice 

Not to mention the oh-so affordable price. As of this posting, one box cost me P239 ( roughly $5). If you have short to medium length hair,one box will do but for longer hair (meaning length is past the bra line), safer bet was to get two boxes.

From my understanding (a.k.a. researching from the ever reliable internet)--Beautylabo products were originally from Japan but lately these products are made in Thailand. Either way, still asian made---meaning it will suit Asian hair the best (I hope)

Opening the box would reveal:

1.Cream Colorant (this is already incorporated inside the clear bottle marked No.2)

2.Developer colorant (comes in the sachet marked no.1)

3.Pink nozzle for application

4.Plastic gloves

5. DIRECTIONS guide in 4 languages (although the pictures are clear enough to understand)

6. Bonus : After-color cream protectant (not all the time do the box carry this..I think I must have gotten at the time that there was a promo)

Taken again from the internet

I initially thought that there was not much difference in the color (*sniff*)  but after towel drying and air drying it, the color slowly came out. Indoors, the color is quite subtle but outside or when natural (our beloved sun) or artificial light (a.k.a bathroom light)--wow! the color pops out..not in a Goldilocks kind of way but it makes you look quite refresh and enhances your skin-color (esp if you are achieving white skin)..well, that's how I felt.

I thought there was no change in color (huhuhu) but then again this was under poor light

Under the light indoors, the color started to show (yay!)

Pros:

1. The price (very affordable)
2. The package (so easy on the eyes...people like me are easily drawn to it)
3. Easy to use..(literally a 1,2,3 step process)
4. Did not make my hair dry (considering the fact that I had used ordinary shampoo and conditioner after. It also helped that the box I bought came with a free after-color cream)

Cons:

1. The smell (it had this ammonia-like smell..if you have sensitive nose,best that the area where you plan on having to color your hair is well-ventilated. Otherwise, the smell can be a bit overpowering)
2. It didn't come with a shower cap ( based on experience, the color will absorb more if it is wrapped. 

Update:

Day 1 post-color:

My hair is still surprisingly soft (actually it is softer than my normal everyday hair). Although, the "I-just-colored-my-hair" smell is still there (just a whiff though)

The effect must have been as such since this was taken under yellow light

Under the sun, it gave a much softer brownish color. I will try to post a picture taken outdoors next time.

For some reason, Beautylabo made my natural curls seem to stand out in a softer sense. (I am as surprise as you are!) With the humidity now, my hair WAS limped and oh-so dry

Will I buy this product again? YES! I loved how the color came out.

PINK isn't just a color... It's an ATTITUDE.