I’ve been reading Isetan’s latest newsletter and as usual, they are offering fukubukuro from various brands but I am not one to splurge more than RM100 on contents unknown. If the lucky bags were less than RM50, I might be tempted since that’s a reasonable amount for a bag or box containing make-up or skincare.
Anyway, Merry Christmas and joy to everyone. I was going to post this Giveaway a few days from now but it’s a special day and I cannot think of a better day to offer a gift to anyone than today so here’s this striped beauty box up for grabs.
Terms & conditions:-
1. Giveaway exclusively for those who have ‘liked’ Juniper’s Journal’s Facebook page & with Malaysian addresses only.
2. Giveaway ends at 1.00pm Thursday 26th December 2013.
3. Winner will be contacted via email once results are announced in this same post. Please respond within twenty four (24) hours otherwise another winner will be selected. If you are selected as the winner, please post a photo of the contents of the box on Juniper’s Journal’s Facebook page when you have received the box.
Please leave a comment on your favourite beauty products of 2013, be they skincare and/or make-up/accessories. I’d love to read your recommendations for a change.
Updated 27th December 2013
Much appreciation to all who participated in this Giveaway. The winner of this box is:-
Coral
My favorite product is aupres sleeping mask.
From the sample size and lead me to buy the full size. From the scent and texture is my cup of tea.
Another one I found my favorite perfume LAVin love. Top note all the way to base note also my all time favorite.
Even through I love collect
My favourite for 2013 will be Tony Moly Backstage Gel Eyeliner. It is so creamy and easy to apply on. I find it comparable to Bobbi Brown ones and its half the price!!
Although I won but I just would still like to leave a comment here. For lipstick, I love the pigmented colour of MAC. For moisturiser, I do like the Elizabeth Arden capsules for face-they are just moisturising to my face (cheaper version would be Dermafal). Sunblock would be La Roche Posay, Sunplay 130 and Biore Aqua. Cleanser would be Cetaphil, Avene and Clean&Clear. As for mask sheets-i do like Beauty Clinic Mediheal and Timeless Truth. I like clay mask from the Faceshop and Zamian cacao mask. These two are just simply awesome =) .
My skin changes all the time and I have trouble skin so I have to be extra hardworking. I am a skincare products junkies and of course it is a never ending quest for me. My skincare stash sure grows and my mum gets horrified looking at it.
My favorite cosmetics, skin care and hair care of 2013!
Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow- for the holiday mood
Urban decay glide on lip liner in ozone- no more wrong lip loner shade!
Mac creme sheen in korean candy- a dash of color to make your day
Nars creamy concealer-makes blemish and dark circle invisible!
Nars orgasm blush- natural healthy blush look
Benefit cha cha tint- for the on the go girl
Butter London in tea and toast- perfect for any occasion
Crabtree & Evelyn hand therapy collection- for those chilly air cond office
Maybelline color tattoo by eye studio- budge proof and works as a great base!
Kate goldfish eyes palette- matches with anything
Nars Laguna bronzed- for a more defined face
Loreal mystic oil collection- keep hair smooth and shiny
Sephora express nail polish removal- removes polish in an instant!
NYC jumbo eye pencil- easy breezy to use, affordable as well!
Heavy rotation coloring eyebrow mascara- from no eyebrow to wow!
Stila lip glaze- quick way to put life back on your lips
Inglot duraline- make your own eyeliner!
Olay regenerist facial scrub gadget- keep face really clean without the hassle
Shu eumura s eyelash curler- easy to use and gets every lash curled
Mufe aqua shadow – really lasting
Nyx roll on shimmer- quick way to apply shimmer shadow
Estée Lauder double wear foundation- keeps skin matte all day!
Holika holika starter for bb luminious silk- for the dewy skin look
Sun play 110 SPF sunscreen- best sunscreen with high SPF!
Ardell false eyelash- human hair false eyelash…beat that!
The balm nudetude palette- great for anytime of the day
Laneige water sleeping pack- keep face moisturized whole night, wake up to dewy akin
Oscar blandi dry shampoo- for those lazy days, adds volume to flat hair!
Tarte amazon clay blush in exposed- super lasting
Clarisonic – keep face squeaky clean
wow. that is a lot. I heard so much about Clarisonic too =) ..
Merry Christmas Juniper’s Journal! My favourite beauty products of 2013 will be as below:
Eye Care: KOSE Advanced Eye Jelly (Immediate effect upon application!)
Toner: Melvita Floral Water (Smell good and it suits my skin ^^)
Moisturizer: Hada Labo Moisturizer ( Boost up my skin water content)
Sunblock: Garnier Light Cream (Light, cheap and not oily ：D)
Exfoliator: nano White（Have been using this for years hehe)
Eyeliner: K-pallete one day tattoo (long lasting and smudge-proof!)
BB Cream: The Face Shop BB cream (good coverage, not heavy)
CC Cream: Rache K (Natural tone on my skin)
Mascara: Majorlica Majorca Lash King (Elongates my short lashes perfectly!)
Eyeshadow: Cyber Color
Lip: LipIce Lipgloss
Wow it’s like a summary of my favourite skin care and make up products of the year haha! It took me some time to recall what did I use in the past year haha~~
Have a nice day!
Hi junipers journal,
My favourite beauty product of 2013 is still skincare product especially Dr Young Anti-dryness Sprinkling Gel Cream!! It really makes my skin more moisture and I love its delicate smell!It now become my must have item. 🙂
Since I have serious blackhead problem,I have tried CIRACLE Blackhead Off Sheet recently.It worked amazingly well in removing those blackheads!no more pinching to remove my blackheads,hahaha~
Lastly,Merry Christmas and have a nice day! 🙂
Hi juniper,
My fav product for 2013 has gotta be my biotherm aqua source range especially the deep serum and also the aqua source nuit. It really gives my skin the hydration and moisture that it lacks off.
I seriously love these two products and I would gladly recommend them to anyone who has dull looking skin needing some TLC 🙂
My favourite skincare products of 2013 would be
1. Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Serum
At the age of 25, it might be a little too early for me to use this anti aging serum. The first time I used this was a trial size that comes as purchase gifts. Few days of usage, I could see my complexion glowing. Pore sizes seemed to shrunk as well. After finishing the trial bottle, I didn’t repurchase as the price is not cheap. However, after one month or so, my skin looked tired and dull again. Immediately, I know I just have to purchase this. True enough, after one week of using it, my skin regained its healthy self again. Now, not even halfway through the current bottle, there’s already a airport version JUMBO sized bottle on standby in my cupboard.
2. Origins Trio Face Masks (Drink-Up Intensive // Clear Improvement // Out of Trouble)
Drink-Up Intensive, the overnight moisture mask, a savior to thirsty skin. Gives the best result when I used it after either one of the clarifying masks (Clear Improvement/ Out of Trouble). Wake up the next morning with soft and supple skin.
Clear Improvement, the charcoal mask, draws out impurities. Every time when I use this, it gives instant brightness and cleanses the skin very well. It feels as though my skin could finally breathe freely again.
Out of Trouble, a face mask that combats zits. I use this whenever I feel that pimples are on the way, especially during PMS. It somehow suppresses the pimples from “erupting” and cleanses the pores too. It can also help drying up the pimples and hence promote faster healing.
3. Originis Modern Friction
A natural microdermabrasion face scrub. Gentle to the skin as it uses natural products such as rice starch and lemon oil. Skin feels instantly softer and smoother. Removes blackheads quite well too. Recommended to use this scrub first before using the trio masks. It maximizes the outcome.
One of my favorite products of the year 2013 is Laneige Water Sleeping Pack. I use it every night before I sleep and my skin will be fully hydrated the next morning without leaving greasy feeling on my face. It is easy to be used by which neither I have to wait until it absorbs nor wash it away like other types of masks. It is easy to be applied especially for lazy people like me.
Besides,another favorite product of mine of the year 2013 is Etude House Any Cushion which equip me with bright, fair and flawless skin. Although I don’t really like to make up, but sometimes I really need it to cover my dull and tired skin especially when I did not get enough sleep yet need to attend classes and presentation early in the morning. Any Cushion is undeniably my top choice to have a fresh look within 2 minutes yet it lasts one day long!
In addition, everyday when I come back from outside, with or without make up, I use Skinfood Milk Cleansing Cream to thoroughly clean out the dust, oil and make up on my face. It is gentle and suitable for my allergic skin very well.
My favorite makeup products of the year 2013 is Etude House Precious Minerals Any Cushion.
It has quite a good coverage with the sebum control function. After applying a single light layer, I can see that it’s evened out my skin tone, my pores and light spots are covered, skin looks smoother and gives me a natural dewy finish without being drying. Besides, it’s non-greasy and i really love it’s slight cooling effect on my face! And the best thing is, it has high SPF 50+/PA+++ ! I think it’s really convenient to use everyday! Just pat pat pat anytime, anywhere, it’s fast and speedy! A simple & easy makeup for anyone!
Lastly, here is a BIG news! Any Cushion is selling @ Buy 1 FREE 1 on this coming Saturday & Sunday (28 & 29 Dec)! Let’s grab it ❤
My favorite products of the year 2013 are my blushers!!! I can’t leave without them… and I think I’ve gone crazy with it this year. I got this habit where I’ll buy them and just stare at them for month without even swatching them!! I know crazyyyyyy!!!
The frequent one for this year will be a combination of Tarte cheek stain in Luster + Nars Blush in Sex Appeal.
My fav lipstick will be MAC Mineralize Lipstick in Lady at Play!!! I can not get enough of it!! LOVE at first sight! =p
For skincare, I’m totally in love with Biore UV Aqua Rich BB Sunblock!!! Totally light when wearing it and it gives a light coverage if you don’t want to put on makeup to go out to buy newspaper on Sunday Morning….
For clothes, I’m obsessed with flare long skirts and crop t-shirts!!! I know I don’t have a nice tummy but I don’t care!!! =p
For other stuff, will be Vinyl Figurines and Hello Kitty!!! Been spending like mad on those things! But in the end when I arranged it at home, it make me happy =D
Oh gosh I do have alot of things I love this 2013….
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Sweetie!!!
wah! thank you! thank you! i love reading everyone’s suggestions….we should have this kind of enquiries for often…..haha!
Hello, now only you found out? Yeah lor, everyone had great recommendations actually.