Monday, October 31, 2011

Product Review: Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Eye Treatment


I received a small sample of the Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Eye Treatment and have been using it for 2 weeks now.

Product Desciption:
Prevent and reduce wrinkles & fine lines
Repair the damage caused by free radicals from the environment

How to use:
Apply the cream on eye area with light tapping motions

What I like:
1. The texture is creamy but not oily
2. Easily absorbed
3. Fine lines around the eye area appears less visible

What can be improved:
Shills can consider changing the product packaging into a tube form for hygenic reason.

Other than that, I think this is a good daily eye cream. It does not make your face powder look cakey.

To read my other reviews on Shills products, please click here.

Product Review: Shills Instant Pink Lips Pack

Shills Instant Pink Lips Pack is an interesting products for those who are interested to tint their lips an lightens their areolas. In the pack, there are 2 tubes. One contains a whitish liquid and the other contains a pinkish liquid.

The white liquid helps to lighten the lip colour. Some smokers may have darken lips and can try using this to lighten their lips. A better way is to quit smoking. It is tough but it is not impossible with strong will power. We will not go further with the discussion here.

I have tried both the colors and like the pink one better mainly because I do not have dark lips, thankfully.

My lips turned slightly pink lips after 5 to 10 mins
This product is suitable for those who have pale lip color and do not want to use lipstick. This is an option for you. 

The formula of Shills lip pack is safe for consumption. So, there is no worry that you swallow them together with yoru food and drinks.

So, if you like to have a natural pinkish lips, you can visit Shills outlet and find out more about this product.

For more reviews of other Shills products, please click here.




Product Review: Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Essence

During the Shills Meet the Blogger event, I received the Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Essence in my goodie bag.


The texture is very light

The right side of the apple was applied with the Shills essence and notice that after a few days it is still fresh

Shills Bio Active Range


Product Description:
This ultra-rich protective essence with cutting edge plant stem cell technology is designed to actively combat the signs of ageing.

Product Promise:
1. Improve skin texture by boosting skin's metabolism
2. Enhance skin's elasticity and firmness
3. Provide long lasting hydration
4. Increase luminosity, clarity and radiance
5. Reduce fine lines

How to use:
On your clean dry skin, apply the serum straight on your face including eye area. 
Gently massage with palm till fully absorbed followed with your face cream.
For eye area, you can top up with your eye cream.

Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Essence can be applied day and night.

What I Like about Shills Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Essence?
1. This serum can be applied around the eye area
2. It has a very light texture and absorbs very quickly into the skin
3. Not oily and have a very light fresh fruity smell
4. No toner is required. This serum is a 2 in 1 toner plus serum product. 

Price : 30ml for RM168
Available at all Shills outlet.

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Anosa Fit Patch


Anosa Fit Patch is a slimming patch that is made in Taiwan. Anosa slimming patch is also an anti-cellulite patch. It can be fitted on your tummy, back of your thighs for slimming the areas.




Ingredients:
L-Carnitine, Caffeine, Evening Primrose oil, Borage oil, Raspberry extract, Warmact, Collagen, Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyvinyl Alcohol

Size: 10 cm x 14 cm

I have tried using Anosa Fit Patch on my tummy area. It is very easy to use. You just need to remove the plastic film from the patch and stick the pink colored surface to your skin. After around 5 to 10 mins, you will feel a warm sensation. It is not a burning sensation but just warm. After a while you will be adjusted to the warm sensation.

I cannot testify whether the slim patch can burn away the excess fat because I just tried one time. I used it at night before sleeping and peel it off the next morning. There is no irritation on my skin despite the long hours of use. However, each person’s skin is different. Therefore, it is safer for you to do a patch test before using it. You can cut a small corner and stick it to your skin and test the patch.

You can purchase Anosa Fit Patch at all Shills outlet.

Hope you will try it.

Lavender♥

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Sakae Sushi launches first iPad ordering system in Malaysia

During the Shills Meet Blogger Event, we were invited to Sakae Sushi Berjaya Times Square to view the iPad ordering system. I think it is a cool idea by Sakae Sushi. 

The iPad Ordering System was first introduced in Sakae Sushi the Curve, Berjaya Times Square and Sunway Pyramid to improve customer experience and handle complex orders efficiently and accurately.

I personally think that the iPad ordering system will provide customers a whole new dining experience. Feels like living in the space age yea. No more waiving to the waitress to take order. Simply browse through the iPad for your favourite dish and voila! the order is served in a while.

Look at the tantalising treats for us.




I even took a picture with Froggy the cute mascot!

So what are you waiting for, why not you head down to Sakae Sushi and experience the iPad ordering system.
 
If you want to know what Jess thinks about Sakae Sushi iPad ordering system, check it here.

Thanks for reading. 

Lavender♥

My Women Stuff Readers' Choice Awards 2011

Hi Friends

Today, I attended the My Women Stuff Readers' Choice Awards 2011 at Coffee Chemistry Cafe, Sunway Giza. The event was a blast!! May beauty bloggers and readers turned up for the event. 

Capucinno from Coffee Chemistry

I enjoyed myself very much meeting bloggers and readers whom I see for the first time. Putting faces to names finally. Thanks to Paris and her friends who have coordinated the event so well.

The signatures from attendees. Can you spot my signature? Ha ha.... it's the 3rd from the right bottom corner




Paris annoucing the start of the Award

Delighted to receive the goodie bag from Paris

Generous Goodie Bag from various sponsors!

This my personal favourite from the Goodie Bag


I have been reading MWS even before I joined the blog world and I must say that Paris is truely an inspiration to me. I have gained so much knowledge from reading her blog posts. I really salute Paris for her dedication and zeal in writing her blog posts. Her writeups are well written and often witty. I sincerely hope that she would continue blogging for many years to come. I wish her all the best!

If you still wonder why I enjoy reading MWS so much, please drop by her blog and see for yourself here.

Till then, I think I have enough products to review!
Lavender♥

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Evening Lavender 2nd Anniversary Giveaway!

Dear Readers


Thank you for your constant support. 

Evening Lavender has turned 2 in Sept 2011! Time really flies and I thank God that He has seen me through the thick and thin of my life. 

This blog has kept me sane during the storm of my life and the many lovely bloggers that I came to know through blogging and beauty workshops has indeed enriched my life. As an appreciation for your constant support, I am holding a mini giveaway for all my lovely readers.

This giveaway is opened to everyone including international readers as long as you have a valid postal address. 

The Closing Date is 26 Nov 2011 at 9am Malaysian time.


The goodies are shown in the pictures below. Mystery gifts may be added depending on number of entries received.

All items are New except the 2 eye shadow palettes, the palletes have been swatched once for review purpose.




Closed up pictures


The eye shadow has been swatched once

Shiseido lip color sample - New


Some simple rules:

1. State your follower ID. (If you are not a follower yet, just click the "follow" button on the right hand side of this blog and follow the instructions)

2. state your email address and which country you are from.

3. Tell me which is your favourite post and why? (This is Optional: but I would really love to hear from you)

4. For one additional entry, you may copy the first picture and do a post in your blog and come back and give me the link.

5. For another additional entry, you can share this post in Facebook and give me the link.

6. One winner will be chosen using Random.org 

7. The winner will be contacted via email by 30 Nov 2011 and if there is no reply within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen. 



Good Luck.


♥Lavender♥

Shills Concept Store @ Berjaya Times Square, KL

Dear Readers

Have you heard of Shills? If not, read on and find out more.

Shills Beauty Sdn Bhd is the sole authorized distributor of Taiwan’s well-known skincare and cosmetic brand i.e. Shills, Anosa & Dot Dot.


Shills’ mission is to supply world class products to customer at an affordable price without compromising on quality and safety. You can be assured of the safety of the products as Shills Beauty products were tested by the Malaysian Ministry of Health. 

Shills Beauty's first concept store is now opened at Berjaya Times Square, LG Floor, Lot 06 (located beside Guardian pharmacy). 

Shills First Concept Store @ Berjaya Times Square
 There are a wide range of skincare and body care products available at Shills concept store such as cosmetic products, hair care products, facial cleanser, toner, moisturizer, essence/serum, facial mask, body lotion, body scrub and slimming products.

A few weeks ago, Shills invited some lovely beauty bloggers to Shills Meet the Beauty Bloggers event at Berjaya Times Square. I was lucky to be invited by the lovely Jess.


It was a fun afternoon with Shills representatives sharing their best selling products. We had the opportunity to watch the product demonstration and product testing.



I will be reviewing some of the products soon after trying them out.
Stay tune for the product reviews ya.

Lavender♥

Happy Deepavali 2011

Dear my lovely Readers from the Hindu faith

I wish you a Happy and Joyful Deepavali. May you have a fruitful year along with good health and happiness. May you encounter the true Light that will guide you always.


Thanks for your support!

Lavender♥

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Product Review: Jane Iredale PureMatte Finish Powder

Dear Friends

I have been using this Jane Iredale Pure MatteFinish Powder for a while and would like to share with you my thoughts.

I first heard about Jane Iredale from a blogger in Netherland and the name intrigues me. I thought the name Jane Iredale sounds sophisticated and elegant. I still think that way today. I often imagine Jane Iredale as a beautiful lady, someone who looks like Audrey Hepburn of My Fair Lady!

Early this year I attended a workshop and received a RM100 voucher to redeem any products from Jane Iredale. I was overjoyed. 

I topped up with RM59 and redeemed myself the Jane Iredale PureMatte Finish Powder and immediately start using it. Now I am half way through as I can see the pan now. 


 Love the insignia, I took this pic before I started using the product



Love the elegant casing!



Ingredients List


What do I like about Jane Iredale PureMatte Finish Powder?
1. It is very suitable for oily skin (like myself) as it controls oil for about 3-4 hrs before you need to reach for your blotting paper
2. It gives a very matte finish and does not clog my pores
3. The packaging is so elegant (but a bit heavy). It has a magnetic casing and the refill is available at RM100.
4. No Paraben

What do I dislike?
1. It is a translucent powder, therefore don't expect any good coverage. I normally use it after my skincare.(I do not use any liquid foundation). For those who use liquid foundation, this will be perfect.
2. I think it is rather pricy but in this case the price comes with quality but it is not necessary so all the time. 

Price: 9.9g for RM159 (if I remember correctly)

Product Details (obtained from http://shop.janeiredale.com/)
Specially formulated to help those who want to avoid shine. Use under or over mineral powders.

  • No oil, talc, FD&C dyes or synthetic preservatives
  • Highly absorbent rice starch
  • Will not clog pores or dry the skin

My Rating:
Product packaging: 5/5
Oil Control : 4.5/5
Price: 3/5
Quality & safe ingredients: 4/5 (it contains Dimethicone, a type of silicon which can irritate some super sensitive skin but I am fine with it)

Will I repurchase? Maybe, when I have the budget.

Have you tried any of Jane Iredale's product before? Do share and have a happy week ahead.

Lavender♥♥♥


Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Product Review: Skin Food and Etude House Sheet Mask

Dear Readers and friends

Lately I have been quite busy and lazy. Therefore, there is a lack of post. I have been wanting to do a small giveaway but have not decided how the giveaway should be like. It will be a simple one I promise. So stay tune.

Meanwhile, I will do a review on 2 types of sheet masks which I have tried. Personally, I am not a fan of sheet mask. I think that they are less effective than conventional mask in a jar or tube. That's just me. You may not agree with me but that's ok.

Skin Food White Chocolate Mask Sheet (RM8.60 for 20ml)

Product Promise: Mask with cocoa extracts provide elasticity to the skin

Instruction: Leave on face for 10 to 15 mins, massage in any excess liquid

What I like:
1. Smell of chocolate is very comforting and nice

What I dislike:
1. The shape of the mask sheet does not fit my face well. (you can see the pic below)
2. There is not much liquid (maybe the liquid evaporated as I kept the mask for too long about 9 months or so)

Note: The ingredients are in Korean, therefore I can't comment.


I look so funny here. The mask is ill fitting

Etude House Pomegranate Sheet Mask (23ml - price unavailable as I received this free from my other purchase)

Product Promise: Essence mask contains pomegranate additives that nourishes the complexion. Tension fit design for improved facial adhesion and comfort 

Instruction: Leave on face for 20 to 30 mins, recommend to use every 2 to 3 days for maximum efficacy, massage remaining solution into skin

What I like: 
1. The fresh fruity smell
2. contains Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, other roots and leaf extract, squalene
3. contains more liquid
4. The mask sheet has a better fit

What I dislike: contains alcohol and other chemicals like methylparaben
The Etude House mask fits better


What brand of sheet mask do you recommend? Any favourite brand? Thanks for sharing.

♥Lavender♥