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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

LIFE CODE Anti-Aging Make-Up Series



Before Life Code, women have been harmfully treating their skin with day-time make-up; night time they need to remove make-up then only start the skincare routine.Gradual aging in this context is still inevitably as having failed to protect and improve skin day and night. To turn it around, Life Code Anti-Aging cosmetic series shall be the most prudent choice as it makes-up and repairs skin simultaneuosly.

Product Name
LIFE CODE Anti-Aging Make-Up Series

Brand Name
LIFE CODE

Retail Price
From RM129.00 - RM339.00*

Key Ingredients
Organic materials, Vitamins, Minerals & Amino Acids.

**BioTRA™ Technology

This Make-up Series not only Skin Beautifying but also collaborates with Skin Repairing functions, such as anti-wrinkles, tighten the sagging skin, protect skin from radiation of mobile phone & computer, prevent & improve skin pigmentation (melanin) etc.

Products at-a-Glance
*1-minute Anti-Wrinkle Lipstick (3.8g)
Colour
02 - 41 (23 colors)
Action
Reduces lip liners and helps moisturizing the lip for a long time.

*3-minutes Deep Refiner Eye Shadow (5ml)
Colour
01(Silver), 02(Gold), 03(Brown), 04(Blue), 05(Dark Purple), 06(Green), 07(Light Purple), 08(Dark Brown),09(Skin Color).
Action
Effectively tighten the sagging skin of eyelid, and improve the slight wrinkles of canthus and eyelid.

*Anti-spot, Pores Minimizing Liquid Foundation (30ml)
Key Ingredients
Witch Hazel Extract, Fomes Officinalis.
Action
Effectively minimize pores, keeping skin elastic and smooth, and improving skin penetration.

*Anti-Speckle Blush (3g)
Colour
01(Light) 02(Natural) 03(Light Natural-Bicolor only) 04(Dark)
Action
Deeply nurture and whiten the facial skin, effectively prevent and improve melanin.

*Anti-Wrinkle Eye Shadow (1.5g)
Colour
01(Brown) 02(Blue) 03(Green) 04(Purple)
Action
Effectively tighten the sagging skin of eyelid, and improve the slight wrinkles of canthus and eyelid.

*ST loose Powder (10g)
Colour
01(Light) 02(Natural) 03(Dark)
Action
Feels smooth and fine, and can reduce the harmness from radiation of mobile phone and computer.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

SIMPLE Smoothing Facial Scrub


Product Name
SIMPLE Smoothing Facial Scrub (75ml)

Brand Name
SIMPLE

Retail Price
RM19.90*

Key Ingredients
VITAMINS PRO-VITAMIN B5 - actively restores, softens and smoothens.
VITAMIN E - moisturizes to improve skin condition.
RICE GRANULES - gently exfoliates and brightens.

NO PERFUME NO COLOUR NO UNNECESSARY NO CHEMICALS
Dermatologically Tested and approved.

Ingredients
Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Coco-Glucoside, Oryza Sativa Germ Powder, Polyethylene, Olus Oil, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Methylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dipropylene Glycol, Anthemis Nobilis Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil.

Action
Simple Kind To Skin Smoothing Facial Scrub 75ml Exfoliates and renews. Contains active ingredients Vitamin E and Pro-Vitamin B5. Smoothing Facial Scrub is a perfect blend of active ingredients and multi- vitamin goodness to remove dead cells and keep your brighter and more even textured. Perfect for even sensitive skin.

How to Use
Apply a small amount to damp face and neck. Massage in circular movements with fingertips avoiding the eye area. Rinse away with plenty of water . Use once a week on normal/dry skin and twice a week on oily skin.

Friday, June 25, 2010

SIMPLE Soothing Facial Toner


Product Name
SIMPLE Soothing Facial Toner (200ml)

Brand Name
SIMPLE

Retail Price
RM15.90*

Key Ingredients
CHAMOMILE - gently softens and soothes.
WITCH HAZEL - helps tone and tighten pores.
100% Alcohol Free - non-drying for soft skin.
pH Balance - works in harmony with your skin.

NO PERFUME, NO COLOUR
NO UNNECESSARY or HARSH CHEMICALS so it won't upset your skin
Dermatologically Tested and Approved.

Ingredients
Aqua, Sorbitol, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Methylparaben, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Hamamelis Virginiana Distillate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Pantolactone, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben.

Action
This Soothing Facial Toner is a perfect blend of active ingredients and chamomile goodness to keep your skin clarified and refreshed. Perfect for even sensitive skin.

How To Use
Apply generously to cotton wool and wipe in gentle upward movements over skin morning and night. Follow with only one of the SIMPLE's everyday moisturizers.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

OLAY® Pro-X Intensive Firming Treatment Mask


Product Name
OLAY® Pro-X Intensive Firming Treatment Mask (5 pcs)

Brand Name
OLAY® Professional

Retail Price
RM189.00*
(OLAY® Pro-X Intensive Firming Treatment Kit - Serum + Mask)

Key Ingredients
Niacinamide, Caffeine.

Ingredients
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Caffeine, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tocopherylacetate, , Panthenol, Hyalluronic Acid, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Dimethiconol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Peg-4 Laurate, Peg-4 Dilaurate, Peg-100 Stearate, Peg-4, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium Edta, Polysorbate 20, Trideceth-6, Benzyl Alcohol, Thriethanolamine, Methylparaben.

Action
Pro-X Intensive Firming Treatment is a highly effective way to hydrate skin and improve elasticity for skin that looks significantly younger in five days.

Each Intensive Treatment Mask contains as much moisturizer as a full-size bottle of product. The mask is made of a flexible material that stretches to fit the unique contours of your face. It delivers volume-boosting hydration to improve skin's elasticity. After five days, your skin looks significantly younger. Skin Tightening Serum immediately tightens skin and reduces the look of expression lines. Then, this unique formula hydrates to help increase skin's natural fullness for firmer skin.

How to Use
Treat skin the first five mornings with Skin Tightening Serum by applying before your moisturizer in a smooth, upward motion, focusing on areas of expression, such as the eyes, mouth and brow. Apply Skin Tightening Serum both morning and evening before your moisturizer once the five consecutive days of using the Intensive Treatment Mask are completed. As with all facial skin care products, avoid getting into your eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

OLAY® Pro-X Skin Tightening Serum


Product Name
OLAY® Pro-X Skin Tightening Serum (30ml)

Brand Name
OLAY® Professional

Retail Price
RM84.90*

Key Ingredients
Niacinamide, Caffeine, Palmitoyl Peptides Pal-KT and Pal-KTTKS, LyslastineTMv, Aquaflex Polymer Technology.

Ingredients
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Caffeine, Polyethylene, Polymide-1, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherylacetate, Panthenol, Peucedanum Graveolens (Dill) Extract, Palmitoyl Depeptide-7, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Dimethiconol, Laureth-4, Trideceth-6, Peg-4 Laurate, Peg-4 Dilaurate, Tredeceth-6, Peg-4 Laurate, Peg-4 Dilaurate, Peg-100 Stearate, Peg-4, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Decyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium Edta, Methylparaben, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Thriethanolamine.

Action
Pro-X Skin Tightening Serum is professionally designed to tighten skin, reducing the look of expression lines. Then, this unique formula hydrates to help increase skin's natural fullness for firmer skin. This unique formula hydrates to help increase skin's natural fullness for firmer skin.

How to Use
Treat skin both morning and evening with Skin Tightening Serum by applying before your moisturizer in a smooth, upward motion, focusing on areas of expression, such as the eyes, mouth and brow. As with all facial care products, avoid getting into your eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

Saturday, June 19, 2010

BOBBI BROWN Brightening Skincare Collection


Product Name

BOBBI BROWN Brightening Skincare Collection


Brand Name

BOBBI BROWN


"I believe beauty starts with healthy, glowing skin. Traveling through Asia, I've discovered that many brightening skincare lines do not address women's immediate need to cover dark spots. I used my makeup artist's perspective to create this simple 5-step regimen: It includes skincare to give you brighter, smoother and clearer skin over time--and treatment makeup to give you a beautiful, even complexion instantly."
- Bobbi Brown


Retail Price

1. Brightening Hydrating Lotion (200ml) – RM140.00

2. Brightening Intensive Serum (50ml) – RM 350.00 **Star Product

3. Brightening Moisturize Cream (50ml) – RM 230.00

4. Brightening UV Protective Face Base SPF 50/PA+ (50ml) – RM170.00

5. Brightening Spot Treatment Corrector SPF 25/PA+ (4, 5ml) – RM120.00 **Limited Edition in Asia

6. Brightening Powder Compact Foundation SPF 25/PA (100ml) – RM180.00 **Limited Edition in Asia


Key Ingredients

Vitamins C and E, Licorice and Caffeine – to brighten, smooth and hydrate skin.


Brighten

A vitamin C complex helps control the production of melanin and reduces the appearance of dark spots, while Licorice and Gentian Root Extracts as well as Caffeine help to both reduce irritation and prevent future discoloration. Treatment makeup contains light-reflective optics and pigments for instantly luminous, even-toned complexion.

Smooth

Glucosamine gently exfoliates, sweeping away dulling surface cells to reveal smoother, more even skin.

Hydrate

A water-in-oil emulsion containing Sodium Hyaluronate and other super hydrators strengthen your skin's natural barrier and deliver a surge of moisture to quench and plump skin, giving it an instant glow.

Action

STEP 1

PREPARE BRIGHTENING HYDRATING LOTION

Your journey to a brighter, clearer complexion begins here. Skin is clearer, instantly hydrated and perfectly prepared for the next step.

STEP 2

BRIGHTEN BRIGHTENING INTENSIVE SERUM

The star of the Brightening Skincare line, packed with a Vitamin C Complex and unique blend of Grape, Mulberry and Scutellaria to inhibit melanin production and diminish the appearance of dark spots.


STEP 3

MOISTURIZE BRIGHTENING MOISTURE CREAM

This deeply hydrating, lightweight lotion quenches skin, locks in moisture and strengthens your skin's natural barrier, improving its ability to resist future damage. Skin feels fresh, soft, and perfectly hydrated.

STEP 4

PROTECT SPF 50 UV PROTECTIVE FACE BASE

This lightweight, quick-absorbing lotion shields your skin from the harmful effects of the sun with a high level of broad-spectrum UVA and UVB to prevent future damage and maintain a radiant, even skin tone.


STEP 5

TREAT, COVER & PERFECT BRIGHTENING SPOT TREATMENT CORRECTOR SPF 25

Bobbi's secret to instantly vibrant skin. This unique, double-action treatment makeup covers dark spots and freckles immediately--and is packed with natural, effective ingredients that even out skin tone over time.


Store Locations

Mid-Valley Megamall, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Isetan @ The Gardens, JUSCO @ Bandar Utama, JUSCO @ Mid Valley Megamall, JUSCO @ Tebrau City, Parkson @ Subang Parade, Parkson @ Gurney Plaza.

Friday, June 18, 2010

SK II Skin Signature Mask 3-D Redefining Mask


Product Name
SK II Skin Signature Mask 3-D Redefining Mask (6 pcs)

Brand Name
SK II

Retail Price
RM429.00*

Key Ingredient
Pitera

Ingredients
Skin Signature Mask Upper
Water, Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate**, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Isopropyl Isostearate, Isohexadecane, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PVP, Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Fragrance. **Pitera
Skin Signature Mask Lower
Water, Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate**, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Isopropyl Isostearate, Isohexadecane, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PVP, Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Fragrance. **Pitera
Action
This new mask by SK-II leads to a noticeably lifted and contoured look and with a new 3D stretch design it has been created to closely fit the face to activate key facial points with an immediate appearance lifting effect. In the moment of mask removal you can feel the difference, with continuous use of 2 masks per week, it leads to visibly firmer and smoother skin with radiance from within skin's surface.

How to Use
Place upper mask on forehead and lower mask on chin. Stretch to side of ear area. Press firmly by spreading under eyes. Gently pad the entire face with palm. Leave for 5-10 minutes.

SK II Cellumination Essence


Product Name
SK II Cellumination Essence (30ml)

Brand Name
SK II

Retail Price
RM479.00*

Key Ingredient
De-Melano P3C - active whitening works to reveal your skin's hidden aura.

Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate**, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Nylon-12, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Dimethiconol, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Methylparaben, Parfum (Fragrance), Sodium Phosphate. **Pitera

Action
Enriched with a unique active whitening ingredient, De-Melano P3C, this whitening beauty essence works to reveal your skin’s hidden aura, and helps you achieve a vibrant and luminous complexion that glows from within.

SK-II Cellumination Essence (Hydrating Serum) hydrates and refines the surface to boost skin’s natural, healthy-looking glow and to help diminish the appearance of discoloration for a more even tone.

*It conditions and refines for a skin surface with more even texture and transparency that boosts light transmission within the surface. More light transmission creates a healthy looking natural glow and makes the look of discolorations such as age spots have a less obvious contrast to natural skin color.
*It contains concentrated SK-II Pitera that helps lead to improvement in overall skin appearance.
*It permeates quickly into the skin and gives a light and smooth feeling when applied.

How to Use
After washing your face, condition your skin with Facial Treatment Essence, then spread a pearl-sized drop of Cellumination Essence over your face.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

MAYBELLINE® Eye and Lip Make Up Remover


Product Name

MAYBELLINE® Eye and Lip Make Up Remover (40, 70, 125ml)


Brand Name

MAYBELLINE®


Retail Price

RM 13.80* (125ml)


Ingredients

Water, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Boric Acid, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Hexylene Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Phenylethyl Alcohol, Chlorhexidine Digluconate.


*Ophtalmologically and Dermatologically tested.


Action

A non-greasy makeup remover that quickly and easily removes waterproof makeup without harsh rubbing.

*Efficient & Easy : this formula instantly removes all eye and lip makeup, even waterproof and non-transfer.

*Gentle: formulated for sensitive eyes it is very gentle for the delicate skin around the eyes.


How to Use

Slightly moisten cotton pad or tissue. Close eyes and gently press against lid, hold a few seconds. Gently wipe off. Rinse with water.

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