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SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Hada Story's Stellar Vivid Matte Lips ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ Packaging : 5/5 Smell  : 5/5 Application : 5/5 Comfort : 5/5 Texture  : 5/5 Longevity : 5/5 /VERDICT/ These smells extremely good! It actually has the same scent as Kylie Cosmetics' matte ones! I got the shades Tropical Sunrise and Lala Land out of all the 12 shades and they complimented my skin tone + undertone! My sister also tried this and it complimented hers as well. To think that she has a different skin tone and undertone! Lala land is a nice nude color and can be a dupe for your favorite nude lipstick from an imported brand but in a better formula because some other imported brands are drying while Tropical Sunrise is a Burnt Orange color and is a dupe for Kylie Cosmetics' Matte Liquid Lipstick in Pumpkin but again, in a better formula. :) I can't even believe that locally made liquid lipsticks can have better formulas than those expens...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Jen's Naturals PH's Whitening Body Lotion. INGREDIENTS : Argan Oil, Glutathione, Arbutin, Grapeseed Extract, Shea Butter, Lecithin, Vitamins B3, C, E and F plus Suncat DE USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Firming, Softening, Smoothening, Protecting, Moisturizing. SIZE : 120ml. PRICE : P290 / $5.8 DETAILS : This product also has SPF60 to protect you from the sun. HOW TO USE : I apply this on my body after bathing and before i go out. :)   Front : Waterproof sticker label with product name and ingredients. :) Back : Waterproof sticker label with product name, uses / benefits and directions how to use. :) Before : that pea size of lotion is more than enough for my hand! :) PROS :  I super love this! It moisturizes, smoothens, softens and protects my skin ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : My Bare Skin Specialist's Luminous Whitening Set. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening. SIZE : The set contains a bag of Gluta Rice Powder, Milky Dioxide Solution and Hydrogen Whitening Soap. PRICE : P450 / $9 DETAILS : This product is proven safe. HOW TO USE : I put a thin and even layer of the Gluta Rice Powder and Milky Dioxide Solution mix on my whole body, wait for it to dry before rinsing with Hydrogen Whitening Soap and water. PROS : It definitely works! It really whitens the skin at first use! It also has a cooling effect and the soap smells great! The soap is super pretty too! The set lasted for around a week or a little more than a week which i used everyday. It's very easy to use since every set comes in a tub which you will use to put the mixture and inside it, there's an ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Jen's Naturals PH's Kojic Soap with Goat's Milk. Actual photo of the soap. :) INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Exfoliating, Cleansing. SIZE : 150g. PRICE : P350 / $7 DETAILS : This product is said to be perfect for Dry and Sensitive Skin. HOW TO USE : I use this every bath time and let it sit for at least 2 minutes before rinsing. PROS : This soap is amazing! Smells great too! It whitens at the same time moisturizes my skin! I noticed that my skin looks whiter but more moisturized than before. I have a sensitive skin and it tends to dry whenever i use whitening products or something that is too harsh on my skin but this one made me feel so comfortable and always look forward using it. It made bath time more fun and enjoyable knowing that it will make my skin lighter and so...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : La Bella Organica PH's Premium Underarm Whitening Cream. INGREDIENTS : Only key ingredients are indicated which are Whitening Oils and Actives, Plant Extracts, Fruit Acid and Essential Oils. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening. SIZE : 40g PRICE : P500 (Part of Small / Trial Set of Underarm Whitening Set) / $10 DETAILS : This product is the cream included in the Underarm Whitening Set but it can also be purchased separately. HOW TO USE : I apply a thin and even layer on my UA after taking a bath every night. PROS : It smells great! Like taffy! I'm associating the smell with food because it really smells like it! ❤️ i love how it makes my underarms feels softer and smoother! It also helps lessen chicken skin and also makes it whiter than ever! And since i apply it every night, my underarm feels brand new every morning...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : La Bella Organica PH's Whitening Deo Spray. INGREDIENTS : Only key ingredients are indicated which are Distilled Water, Arbutin Extracts, Witch Hazel Extracts, Castor Oil, Aloe Vera and Soybean Protein. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Antiperspirant, Removes Chicken Skin. SIZE : 30ml PRICE : P500 (Part of Small / Trial Set of Underarm Whitening Set) / $10 DETAILS : This product is the spray included in the Underarm Whitening Set but it can also be purchased separately. HOW TO USE : I spray once or twice per UA every morning or after everytime i take a shower. PROS : First, it smells so good! Sweet like a candy and somehow smells like a Victoria Secret perfume! 😍 it really helped me with my excessive sweating (my underarm really cries a river when i exercise or when it's too hot!) and no foul smell / body odor!...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : La Bella Organica PH's Premium Black Soap. INGREDIENTS : Only key ingredients are indicated which are Activated Charcoal, Fruit Acid, Kojic Acid and Arbutin. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Exfoliating. SIZE : 135g PRICE : P500 (Part of Small / Trial Set of Underarm Whitening Set) / $10 DETAILS : This product is the soap included in the Underarm Whitening Set but it can also be purchased separately. HOW TO USE : I rub it directly on my UA and other parts of my body that needs to whiten / even-out, make a creamy lather before rinsing off with warm water :) PROS : It's so mild on the skin and it has little scrub-like texture so it gently exfoliates the parts where you're using it. And for my case, i used it almost everywhere! It wasn't too drying for me as well and it whiten my skin for real! It also ligh...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING La Bella Organica PH's Lip & Cheek Stains ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ Packaging : 5/5 Smell : 5/5 Application : 5/5 Comfort : 5/5 Texture : 5/5 Longevity : 5/5 /VERDICT/ These lip and cheek tints are to die for! Highly pigmented and buildable. It can even be mistaken as matte lippies when worn! They are also very long-lasting because the arm swatch that you see above, the tints lasted for two days! Yes, my arm have those colorful hearts for two days! You can also continue to apply another layer after the other because there's no stinging which we all know that it happens when you apply too much of it or when you swatch too many lipsticks but these didn't! It doesn't stain teeth and is also very yummy! It's very sweet! No bitter taste at all! It smells like strawberry and since it's super pigmented, you can just dab it on your lips and spread with your fingers! It comes in a 10ml ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Photo is from Skin Temptations' Instagram Account PRODUCT : Skin Temptations' Mousse Cream. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Hydrating. SIZE : 10g PRICE : P180 / $3.6 DETAILS : This product is said to also dry up pimples.  HOW TO USE : After toning my face at night, i apply a thin and even layer on my face and neck.  PROS : First, i love its smell! When i received it, i tried smelling it right away and it smells really good! I fell in love with it at first use because it made my skin have a supple and radiant glow look even when i only put a thin layer of it! It also really dried up my pimples and it's extra hydrating but not to the point that my face look too shiny or greasy, it gives my skin the right amount of glow that it needs or i want which is a healthy looking one. Like...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Skin Bounty PH's Lavender Bath Salts. INGREDIENTS : Dead Sea Salt, Epsom Salt, Lavender EO and Real Lavender Buds. USES / BENEFITS : Calming, Relaxing, Detoxifying. SIZE : 100g PRICE : P100 / $2 DETAILS : This product is also used to relieve muscle soreness. HOW TO USE : I put a decent amount in my tub for a "me time". PROS : I'm going to give a heads up, THIS PRODUCT IS PURE AWESOMENESS!!! I actually have panic attacks, easily stressed out, anxiety and depression. This helps me a lot. Whenever i feel that life is too much to handle for me or i'm being swallowed by negativity, i use this! I use it as a foot soak too. I even let my dad try this too since recently he's been having cramps due to walking around the work site every single day and it gave him relief. And sometimes, i just put in...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Photo is from Skin Temptations' Instagram Account. PRODUCT : Skin Temptations' Breezy & Cool Toner. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Hydrating and Cleansing. SIZE : 60ml PRICE : P160 / $3.2 DETAILS : This product is said to be suitable for Normal, Dry and Sensitive Skin. HOW TO USE : I put a few drops on the palm of my hands and apply on my face directly every morning. PROS : I started using this product almost 2 weeks ago and first of all, it's very refreshing for the skin! It made my face feel softer and well-hydrated. I love how it's so mild on my skin yet it does what it's supposed to do! I also use it on my neck and it dried up a few pimples there as well. I tried using it on some of my body acne using a cotton ball drenched with it as a spot treatment and after the first applic...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING La Bella Organica PH's Velvematte Organic Lipcreams ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ Packaging : 4.8/5 Smell : 5/5 Application : 5/5 Comfort : 4.5/5 Texture : 4.5/5 Longevity : 5/5 /VERDICT/ These lipcreams are amazing! First, they smell so nice! The formula is also amazing and non-drying. They are so pigmented that's why all you need is one layer and you're good for the whole day because these are extremely long-lasting! It's also very easy to apply. Super smooth! They have 4 shades in total and retails at P220 / $4.4. For its price, you'll really get more than what you paid for! Lady can even pass as a dupe for one of Kylie Cosmetics' shades which i think was spice and the price difference is so amazing!! :) So Classy is a Metallic Matte in a Peachy Nude shade and Lady is Matte in a Berry shade! As you can tell from the first photo, their container is different. Lady has a skinnier and taller bo...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Beauty Care Essentials' Quera Pro Smooth Complex Therapy. INGREDIENTS  : Hydrolyzed Wool Keratin, Olive Oil Extract, Vegetable Glycerin, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Extract, Dex Panthenol, Cyclosiloxane Blend, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone Menthol Crystals, Titania, Essential Oil Fragrance. USES / BENEFITS : Hydrates, Strengthens and Tames Frizzy and Chemically Treated Hair. SIZE : 250ml. PRICE : P330 / $6.6 DETAILS : For better results, use this with their Quera Pro Power Fix. HOW TO USE : I use this as a conditioner everytime i wash my hair. ☺️ PROS : Some of you will think that i'm exaggerated but THIS PRODUCT IS ONE OF A KIND! It smells great and it does wonders or should i say MAGIC to my hair! When i use this, it makes me feel that my crowning glory is really taken care of! M...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Beauty Care Essentials' Quera Pro Power Fix INGREDIENTS : Hydrolyzed Wool Keratin, Olive Oil Extract, Vegetable Glycerin, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Extract, D-Panthenol, Cyclosiloxane Blend and Essential Oil Fragrance. USES / BENEFITS : Hair Serum for Silky Smooth and Frizz-free Hair. SIZE : 30ml PRICE : P370 / $7.4 DETAILS : This product is better partnered with their Quera Pro Smooth Complex Therapy. ❤️ HOW TO USE : I put a decent amount on the palm of my hands, rub it together then comb / apply on my hair part by part repeatedly until my hair is covered. PROS : It smells great! I also love how it made my hair so manageable! I personally have dry and coarse hair caused by bleaching. But this and their Quera Pro Smooth Complex Therapy is the Power Duo for those kinds of problems! After applying this, my hair feels s...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Mischka Nature Essentials' Mango Lotion with Instant White Effect. INGREDIENTS : Water, Glutathione, Collagen, Vitamin C, Placenta Protein and Whitening Tea Extract. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening. SIZE : 100ml PRICE : P280 / $5.6 DETAILS : This product is said to help get rid of dark spots and marks. HOW TO USE : I apply it evenly on my body after bath. ❤️ PROS : THIS WAS SUPPOSED TO BE POSTED MONTHS AGO! It smells great! And i love its instant whitening effect! But i think caused by SPF 60 of this lotion which made it so amazing because it protects me even under the sun! Plus the fact that mango is my most favorite fruit! I also noticed that it lightened my skin and also made some discoloration / uneven skintone unnoticeable! Not to mention that it didn't dry my skin hence it was so moisturized and has a hea...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : The Cold Process PH's OatNey Soap. The owner personally drew all their soap variants' logos! INGREDIENTS : Purified Water, Lye, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Avena Sativa (Oats), Pure Honey (and lots of Love and Patience). USES / BENEFITS : Skin Cleansing and Exfoliating, Calming Allergies and Irritations, Moisturizing. SIZE : 135g. PRICE : P130 / $2.6 DETAILS : This product is made with all-natural products and hypoallergenic. More informative details at the back of the soap packaging :) HOW TO USE : I lather on my hands before rubbing on my face in a circular motion and scrubbing directly onto damp skin when i use it on my body. PROS : Before using this, i already know that it smells really good! Especially when i first used this.. It smells even more good (and delicious)!!! I love how gentle and bub...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Lady Jane Beauty Products' Grapeseed Oil. INGREDIENTS : Pure Grapeseed Oil. USES / BENEFITS : Helps Prevent Pimples, Pore Minimizing, Moisturizing, Whitening. SIZE : 30ml. PRICE : P350 / $7 DETAILS : This product can be used as a moisturizer, before moisturizer and also for double cleansing. HOW TO USE : I squeeze the bottle until i have a total of 3 drops on my palm, rub my hands and apply directly on my face in a circular motion. PROS : I've been using this product for my morning routine moisturizer and it's really amazing! I love how lightweight and magical this oil is. It prevents pimples and it keeps me moisturized throughout the day! I also use it before i put any makeup on my face! :) and the best part is, it helps me have longer lashes and thicker brows too! 😍 CONS : No bad experience with t...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Addicted To You PH's Happy Armpit, Happy Life Underarm Cream. INGREDIENTS : USES / BENEFITS : Underarm Whitening, Deodorizing, Sanitizing. SIZE : 40g PRICE : P275 / 5.5 DETAILS : This product is said to also remove chemical residues that builds up dark underarms. HOW TO USE : I apply a decent amount on my underarms and spread evenly every night. PROS : It smells good! And it looks like it's not being used because it still looks full to me. I used this product for almost a month. I can say that my UA really looks whiter than before. And i won't need a cardigan whenever i go out in a sleeveless top or dress. ❤ CONS : NO IRRITATIONS. My only concern is that it didn't deodorize. In fact, it made my UA smell weird. Or maybe it's a part of sanitizing and removing chemical residues since i've be...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Casamara PH Kojic Whitening Soap. INGREDIENTS :  Virgin Coconut Oil, Distilled Water, Glycerin, Citrus Fruit, Vitamin C and Kojic Powder. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Reduces Skin Pigmentation and Blemishes. SIZE : 150g PRICE : P150 / $3 DETAILS : This product is APPROVED by FDA and has been discontinued. HOW TO USE : I rub it directly on my body and massage it for about a minute or two before rinsing. PROS : I cut this soap into 4 pieces and my dad took 2 of them (well, yea. He does that every single time). As usual, this soap exceeded my expectation just like the other ones from the same brand! The soap doesn't really dissolve quickly and i used one cut for about 3 weeks? It wasn't drying for me but i still used lotion to make sure. :) and it lightened my skin gently with a minimal peeling (like some dea...