My Olay Collection

Not a lot of people know that I am obsessed with Olay's products. I especially love their Anti- Aging Lotion with SPF 15 and Moisturizing Cream! I use these on a daily basis. I use the Anti- Aging Lotion in the morning and the Moisturizing cream every night. I own a demure collection of their various products.

(FR: L-R; Anti- Aging Cream, 

Anti- Aging Lotion with SPF 15, 

Total Effects Face and Body Bar, 

Age Defying Body Bar, 

Moisturizing Cream, 

All In One Fairness Cream)

Unfortunately I forgot to include Olay's body wash in this picture.

Have you tried any of these? Comment below your favorite Olay product!

-Aly

Running Errands

Originally, I wasn't supposed to share this outfit with you guys only because I find it too simple. But I went ahead anyway since this is perfect for the summer weather.

[top: Gifted | shorts: Oxygen | shoes: Solemates]

My grandfather asked me to run some errands that day and since it was hot I decided to wear a tank top and shorts since it was so hot! The top was a gift from one of my aunts while the shorts was a treat from my mum. I actually got the shoes during a buy one take one promo or something like that from SM. The top adds a pop of color to my outfit since both my high waisted shorts and flats are navy blue.

-Aly

Blue Magic Pouch

I have been on the look out for a bigger make-up kit since my old one has sadly become too small to hold all my things together. I found the perfect one in Blue Magic! It looks like this.

I got this pouch for only a hundred seventy nine pesos! Isn't it a steal? I love the color combination. The design is simple yet pleasing to the eyes. The pouch itself is pretty roomy as well! So go ahead and check out what Blue Magic has to offer!

-Aly

Such a Sucker for Cute Socks

Ever since stepping into college life, I became quite fond of cute socks. Recently I started attending Zumba classes at Dance Station so I added a few more pairs to my collection.

The first two socks I bought from CNA, a Korean accessory store. This is what it looks like on my feet.

And in rubber shoes!

I'm hoping to collect more soon!

-Aly

Mum's Birthday Celebration at Mesa Restaurant

Last March 5 my family and I went to Mesa Restaurant to celebrate my mother's birthday. Before we dined on delicious food, mum insisted on taking a couple of pictures.

As you can see we were all happy to spend some quality time with each other especially the birthday celebrant. 

On to the mouth watering dishes they served us...

 Tawilis with Mango and Bagoong, Baked Tahong with Cheese, Green Mango Shake, Fresh Dalandan Juice and Grape Shake

 Baby Squids in Olive Oil

 Bam-I

Chicken BBQ with Honey & Patis

Sinigang na Baboy sa Bayabas at Pina

Everything was so scrumptious! Their appettizers, various viands and fruit drinks were bursting with flavor! I can say that we will definitely come back for more!

For dessert, we surprised mum with a chocolate flavored cake from Red Ribbon! 

Of course, this post won't end without an OOTD shot so here's what I wore during that night.

 [top: Green Hills | skirt: Landmark | shoes: SM Department Store]

Hope you liked my outfit!

-Aly

Snoe Hair Heroes Invisible Wonder Split-end Mender Treatment Oil Review

I know, I know, I'm totally obsessed with Snoe. In my defense though they sell really good products in the market and they're local. Who can say no to that? Well, hello again! I'm back with another review from Snoe's Hair Heroes Line. This time I'm going to talk about the Invisible Wonder Split-end Mender Treatment Oil. Whew! That was a mouthful!

                Hair Heroes Invisible Wonder Split-end Mender Treatment Oil
                                                                    1.69 fl. oz /50ml
                                                                           (P 499)

What it claims:

Description

Snoe

Hair Heroes
Invisible Wonder
Split End Mender Treatment Oil
Macadamia Nut & Avocado Oil

Fight for your right for gorgeous hair!

Snoe Hair Heroes Invisible Wonder is a super strength split end mender treatment oil that will moisturize and restore the strength of hair without weighing it down. It gently restores the integrity of hair fibers to make dry and damaged hair look and feel wonderful. This treatment oil smoothens ruffled cuticles and unwinds tangles to prevent breakage.

Directions

Warm a few drops in the palms of your hands and distribute evenly throughout clean, towel-dried hair, concentrating on the ends. Comb through, style and have a gorgeous day!
For best results, use in conjunction with any of your favorite Snoe Hair Heroes conditioners.

Warning: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use if signs of irritation occur. Store at room temperature.

Ingredients List

Macadamia Nut Oil- helps prevent hair breakage by penetrating the scalp and hair follicles to improve hair strength and elasticity. Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin compounds, it helps eliminate frizz by coating the hair shaft with nourishment.

Avocado Oil- contains high levels of vitamin A, D, and E that will benefit chemically processed& mistreatedhair. It is proven to work at the cellular level to protect and strengthen hair.

Cyclopentaxilosane (and) Dimethiconol, MenthaViridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Corylus Avellana (Hazel) Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Isopropyl Myristate

Verdict:

I bought this because I needed a split-end sealer whenever I trim my hair at home. I am quite dismayed that this did not do anything for my split-ends. The Invisible Wonder Split-end Remedy Treatment Oil has a lovely scent though, reminiscent of macadamia nuts and pandan. Although it was not able to mend the ends of my hair it made my locks easier to comb, soft and shiny.

You might be interested to know that I got this for only P399 but when I checked out Snoe's website the price was a hundred pesos higher. This makes a good hair serum specially if you are keen on the scent.

-Aly

Snoe Hair Heroes Intense Argan 5-in-1 Cleansing Conditioner Review

Since I have been neglecting the blog for a looong time I decided to do another review on Snoe products. Today I am going to talk about their famous Hair Heroes Line. I have been reading a lot about this fast growing local beauty brand in Candy and Cosmopolitan Magazines. Naturally, I was intrigued and wanted to find out more about the products that they offer. I especially wanted to get my hands on one of their Hair Heroes after reading about it in Cosmopolitan. At first I was aiming to get the Amplify variant of their Cleansing Conditioners since that one is specially designed for thinning hair. And no, my hair is not falling out. It's just that I was born with naturally fine hair, which I got from my mother. I was hoping that this could thicken up my locks somehow. When I went to their kiosk in Landmark Trinoma I found myself debating on whether I should buy a bottle of Hair Heroes Cleansing Conditioner in Amplify, Super Fresh, Intense Argan or Extreme. So you see my dilemma here... I asked my Mum for advice and she said that I should try the Intense Argan variant. The sales lady told us that it is their best seller and she also informed us that this is the product Snoe is most famous for. On to the review...

                                 Hair Heroes Intense Argan 5-in-1 Cleansing Conditioner

8.45 fl. oz./ 250ml

(P 599)

What it claims:

Description

Snoe
Hair Heroes Intense
“To save you from a bad hair day”
With Morrocan Argan Oil

5-in-1
Cleansing Conditioner
Rinse-OutConditioner
Deep-Moisture Hair Mask
Leave-On Detangler
Shaving Cream

Your hair is your crowning glory.
Lavish your hair with Snoe revolutionary 5-in-1 Hair Heroes with Morrocan ArganOil. This INTENSE CLEANSING CONDITIONER replaces shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, leave-on, detangler and even shaving cream! Created for all hair types, it will add moisture without weighing hair down. It cleanses hair without stripping or robbing it of its natural nutrients and oils. It has excellent conditioning and revitalizing ingredients to keep your hair looking beautiful!

Directions

How to use as a cleansing conditioner:
Rinse your hair thoroughly with water and massage Snoe Hair Heroes Intense Cleansing Conditioner liberally into your hair. Start from the crown working toward the ends, adding small amounts of water to help distribute the product evenly. Using a wide-toothed comb, comb through your hair for up to 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
You may also use Snoe Hair Heroes Intense Cleansing Conditioner as anafter-shampoo Conditioner, as a Deep-MoistureHair Mask (leave on for 20 minutes before rinsing out), as a Leave–On Detangler (apply before styling), or a Shaving Cream.

Warnings: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes--should contact occur, flush thoroughly with water. Discontinue use if rashes or irritation appear. Keep out of reach of children. If ingested, get medical help or contact a poison control center .

Ingredients List

Argan Oil – Protects hair from split ends, providing wonderful shine to dull hair. Helps prevent damage due to styling,by improving elasticity. It will also help reduce hair loss due to breakage.

Wheat Protein – Moisturizes every strand.

Milk Protein – Helps protect dry and damaged hair.

Moringa Extract – Provides protection against environmental stress. It helps strengthen hair fibers.

Indian Senna – Helps improve the hair surface, rendering softer and more vibrant hair. It aids in maintaining colored hair.

Cucumber Extract – Helps maintain a healthy scalp.

Deionized Water, Cetrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane,Dimethicone/Vinyl DimethiconeCrosspolymer, Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, CucumisSativus (Cucumber) Extract, Cocoamide MEA, ArganiaSpinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Dimethicone, Water, Glycerin,MoringaPterygosperma Seed Extract, Water, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Menthol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance

Verdict:

This smells strongly of coconut. I have to admit that at first the scent was a bit overwhelming but gradually I became more accustomed to it. This hair product is a Cleansing Conditioner, Rinse-OutConditioner, Deep-Moisture Hair Mask, Leave-On, Detangler and Shaving Cream all in one bottle! I tried it first as a detangler and a leave-on and sad to say it did not live up to my expectations. Instead of removing the tangles from my hair it actually made my locks a bit uncombable. Next, I tried it as a cleansing conditioner and that by far is it's best purpose. It doesn't create lather but once I washed it out, my mane felt like silk! This is my current go-to shampoo/conditioner whenever I take second baths within the day, usually after Zumba. Plus the fact that it cleanses hair without stripping off the nutrients is a great bonus as well. Lastly I also tried this product as a shaving cream for my underarms and I can say that I was pretty happy with the results. I didn't have any cuts or knicks on my armpits and I was able to shave at ease. I have yet to try Snoe's Hair Heroes Intense Argan as a deep-moisture mask but I will update you guys as soon as I do!

So excited to try out the other variants of Snoe's Hair Heroes Cleansing Conditioners! I have my eyes set on the Amplify one next...

-Aly