My current skincare routine

I just realized that I've never shared with you my entire skincare regimen, so here it is!

AM:

Cleanser - Bioelements All things Pure Face Wash

La Mer The Eye Concentrate: I love this! Why? See here.

 Fusion Beauty PureFusion Super Charged Time Reverse Radiance Renewal Serum: Super light and watery, perfect for the summer

L'oreal UV Perfect SPF 50 PA+++: My all time favorite sunscreen, this is the one that I ALWAYS come back to, too bad it's only available in Asia.

PM:

Clarisonic: love love love!  I actually look forward to washing my face every night because this brush is so comfortable :)

Cleanser - Bioelements All things Pure Face Wash

Eyes - Bioelements All things Pure Eye Oil: I only use this at night because it takes awhile to absorb.

 Fusion Beauty PureFusion Super Charged Time Reverse Radiance Renewal Serum: Super light and watery, perfect for the summer, I use this AM and PM.

Moisturizer - Bioelements All things Pure Moisturizer

Weekends:

Bioelements All things Pure Scrub

Cure Natural Aqua Gel - Probably the best scrub I've tried, click here to see why!

 
Mask - TT Paris, when used routinely and frequently, this really helps brightens up my face.

For reviews on the Bioelements All Things Pure line, see here.

And that's it!! Hope you guys enjoyed this post and I want to know your skincare routines too!

Fancies: La Mer Eye Concentrate

I received an invitation from Neiman Marcus La Mer to try their Eye Concentrate and was able to score a deluxe sample jar :)  This was probably more than a year ago but I kind of forgot about it and just remembered not too long ago so took it out from my drawer and started using it.  And I have to say, I LOVE IT!  I don't apply it with the applicator because I don't really know how?? I simply use my ring finger to apply.

As you can see, the sample jar is TINY!  But it has enough product in it to last awhile, 1-2 months maybe? 

I've completely used it up because this is a GREAT eye cream, I especially LOVE that it is non greasy and absorbs so quickly!!  I love using this in the mornings because of its quick absorption.

The La Mer Eye Concentrate is an ultraluxe eye treatment that dissolves the appearance of lines and wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness.  I can't tell how well this dissolves lines/wrinkles/circles/puffiness because I don't really have these problems yet... but I can say that it makes me feel really good about my eye area and perhaps helps prevent potential eye area problems?

Deals: Modern Classics Le Corbusier Arm Chair (UC Black chair?) is on sale on Hautelook

I know this isn't makeup related, but this chair reminds me of the same chair that our university center had, so I HAD to post this =p Oh... the UC black chair days.... let's go back and meet at the UC black chairs!!!!

Modern Classics Le Corbusier Arm Chair

This modern and sophisticated armchair will impress your guests with its high quality and sense of style.

- Sturdy frame made of ultra-premium stainless steel polished to a mirror finish

- Cushions made of multi-density foam for firm support and plush comfort

- Smooth welds and joints

- Soft and supple genuine leather upholstery

- 30" W x 26 1/2" H x 28" D

Don't have a Hautelook account yet?  Score an invite here!

Fantasies: Dalton Mirage Face Blending Powder w/ Faceform Brush on QVC

I saw the Dalton Mirage Face Blending Powder w/ Faceform Brush on QVC and it looks so cool and has GREAT reviews!!  Doesn't the brush look interesting? :)

What is it: It's your makeup artist in a jar! The number one problem that women have with their makeup regimen is lack of blending; and this multitasking, color-correcting powder softly blurs or blends away makeup mistakes, redness, or minor imperfections for you. One sweep will help to set and perfect your makeup application, smoothing the appearance of your skin texture and minimizing the look of pores to leave you looking flawless.

Who is it for: Women who may have a heavy hand when applying makeup, or women who need to cover up minor imperfections and minimize redness.

Why is it different: The technologically advanced formula combines state-of-the-art ingredients that help blur imperfections, creating a flawless face. New multi-tonal color-correcting and optical-enhancing pigments automatically adjust the light to enhance your skin's natural beauty. At the same time, the formula neutralizes, corrects unevenness and redness, and adds definition. Mirage blending powder is a lightweight, finely micronized powder that will not cake or lay in lines or wrinkles and applies easily. The Face Form brush has been laser cut to hug the natural curves of your face.

How do I use it: Mirage blending powder is designed to be used as the last step in any makeup application. Dispense a small amount of powder into the lid, swirl the Face Form brush into the lid, and apply powder by gently sweeping onto your face.

Retail Value: $63.00
QVC Price: $42.00
Featured Price:
$38.28
FREE STANDARD S&H

Special S&H rates good until
July 31, 2010 11:59 p.m. ET

Has anyone tried this?  I was watching the video and this powder looks so magical!

Deals: 20 % off DDF Revolve 400X

Score 20 percent off theDDF Revolve 400X exfoliating device using promo code SkinRev (through August 15) for clean pores, an even skin tone, and all-around polished glow :)


DDF 400X Revolve Micro-Polishing System is a breakthrough device that delivers microdermabrasion results that are as effective as a professional treatment. Unlike most at-home devices that simply vibrate or oscillate, DDF Revolve 400X transmits more energy to the skin with up to 400 rotations per minute. The gentle, yet highly effective self-warming DDF Polishing Crystals and the soft Foam Exfoliator polish away surface imperfections to reveal radiant, healthy-looking skin. The kit also includes a brush head to use with the device for daily deep cleansing and to help maintain results between treatments.

• 8X better exfoliation than a scrub alone
• Better absorption of skincare products
• After just one microdermabrasion treatment, see immediate improvement in pore appearance,  skin tone and evenness, fine lines, skin clarity and brightness, and radiance
• After one week, also see a significant improvement in texture and smoothing of bumpy surface

This light-weight device offers two speed options to allow you to control the intensity of your treatment. Device is travel-friendly and suitable for use in the shower. 

Updates: Bioelements Summer Giveaway winner

As you know, Erikcaj is the winner of the Bioelements Summer Giveaway, she posted on her blog that these products will be sent to her:



BioElements Flash Foam Cleanser 6.5oz


Bioelements - Equalizer

BioElements Measured Micrograins 2.5oz



Bioelements Absolute Moisture


BioElements LightPlex Scientific Pigment Balancer 1.5oz



Bioelements SPF 50 FaceScreen

Bioelements Multi-Task Eye Creme


How awesome is that?? I wish I won this giveaway myself! =p

Fantasies: Urban Decay Vegan Palette

Urban Decay just came out with their FIRST 100% vegan eyeshadow palette, mmhmm yup, zero animal by products.  It's about time don't you think?  Thank you Urban Decay, I don't want to put animal guts on my lids =p  The palette also comes with Primer Potion in Sin (which I love!) and 24/7 Glide On Pencil in Zero.

Price: $34.00

Deals: DDF is on sale on Hautelook

DDF is on sale for up to 55% off skincare that treats everything from acne to aging :)

$40.00 $90.00 56% off

Anti-Aging Bundle

$58.00 $132.00 56% off

Treat Hyperpigmentation Bundle

$34.00 $77.00 56% off

Acne Bundle

And what I'm most interested in is this:

$28.00 $56.00 50% off

Fade Gel 4

hmm... decisions decisions.... Anyway, check out the sale here!  Don't have an account yet?  Score an invite first :)

My Everyday Look - Complexion - Acne Scars Edition

Last time when I got a  facial from Sunshine Beauty House, I mentioned that the extractions will leave scars (which it did) and that I have a few others that I have to conceal everyday.  I am super anal and am absolutely bothered by my acne scars that hiding them has become the most important step in my morning routines, so I wanted to share with you guys what I do every morning.  Here's my everyday concealer and mineral foundation routine.

Step 0: primer

First I prime my face with BB cream, as I mentioned in my earlier post before that BB creams are great primers, I love how well it covers pores!

So these 2 spots are from the facial I got last time.

And these are the other scars I have on the other cheek.  The blemish near my chin is actually an active pimple, not a scar.

Step 1: acne treatment

With active pimples, I don't like to put concealer on them because I don't want them to be infected.  Here I am applying Bare Escentuals RareMineral Blemish Therapy over the pimple.

Step 2: conceal acne scars with concealer

Here I am using Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Brush to apply Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage/Concealer in Undercover 2 on the scars.  As you can see, the brush is small and can apply concealer very precisely.  I try to only apply concealer on the scars (it's like trying to color within the lines in preschool) and not on the skin around it.  After trying different methods, I find that the best way that works for me is to apply concealer directly, and NOT pat it in with my finger afterwards.  You'll see why in a second.

Step 3:  set the concealer

Next I take a blending brush to apply mineral foundation over the concealer to set it.  I didn't pat the concealer with my finger prior to this because I use the blending brush to apply mineral foundation which blends out the concealer very nicely.  Here I am using Mineral Essence Foundation in L2 which I use pretty much everyday.  I use a patting motion (instead of brushing) to apply the powder so I don't disturb the concealer underneath it.

Step 4:  apply mineral foundation all over

Now I take a foundation brush and apply the same Mineral Essence Foundation in L2 all over my face.

As you can see, my scars are mostly covered:

Step 5: contour and blush

Now I contour and apply blush, for details on this you can read about it here.

The end!

Hope you guys enjoyed this post and hopefully find it useful :)