June 18, 2017

[Review] Bbia - Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)

Hello everyone! :)

After a long wait, I'm back with another lipstick review. I'm so excited to share with you this product. It is none other than one of my favourite brands - Bbia!


Review; Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)
Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown | 삐아 라스트 루즈 10 우아해 | 3.5g


It is my second time purchasing lip products from Bbia on Gmarket. It is also by-far my favourite lip product brand. You have to try it then you will know ;)

I bought it for KRW7,700 (about RM30+ including postage fee).

There is one local saying in Bahasa Malaysia, "Belum try belum tau, sekali try hari-hari mau." In translation, "you haven't try you don't know, once you tried you want it everyday." (cute right? heh)


Review; Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)


The packing is simple and classy. That's how I like it to be. Moreover, the lipstick casing is in rose gold, my favourite color! (luv it luv it~^_^)

The color I have here is No. 10 Romantically Brown (우아해). Once I was madly after bold red lipstick (like those Taylor Swift has). But now, I'm crazy with brown and nude color. More like MLBB (My Lips But Better). And here we are :D


Review; Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)


Look how chic it is! (Goshhh I luv it so much!!)


Review; Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)


Color-swatch time!! ^_^


Review; Bbia's Last Rouge Velvet 10 Romantically Brown (우아해)


Well, it doesn't look like any kind of brown (very much) from the picture. It's because of the lighting. The fact is, it is more like a medium latte brown(?)

Side note. Geez it feels like 50 shades of brown which is so difficult to verbally tell the difference from one to another... if only you can visualize what I'm trying to explain :/

Okay, let's try it on the lips! :D




I love the fact that the formula is creamy velvety as it claims. It just glides smoothly on the lips. The color transferred beautifully from the tube onto the lips.

However, I felt that this lipstick may gives the feeling of dry lips (not to the extend of cracked lips, for me). Plus, due to its creamy velvety formula, I felt this lip product isn't long lasting. It requires constant touch-up in order to have the color on point.

Considering all the points, I would still recommend this lip product, or even more Bbia to you. The color is on point, the texture is smooth, price is relatively affordable... A very good bargain for a starter. Very suitable for daily look ;)


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Rating: 4/5

Recommend: Yes, absolutely!

Repurchase: Yes, provided it doesn't discontinue.

For your reference.

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Do lemme know your thoughts about this product review or share yours experience with me in the comment box below.


Cheers!^^

June 14, 2017

[Review] Mirae - Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor EX8分钟极速舒缓面膜 【Eng / 华】

Hello everyone! :)
大家好!

Sheet mask is always a go-to Asian beauty product as it has a lot of benefits - i.e. convenience, spa relaxing sensation, extra hydration boost and so on!

面膜是亚洲人不可或缺的日常美容产品之一。让我们钟意的原因也不难猜。就是方便,SPA感享受,极速保湿功效等等。

But some might feel quite a hassle to put on the sheet mask and let it stay for about 15~20 minutes. Well then, if you're one of them who thinks it is a waste of time, here's a recommendation for you to try on. :)

或许有些人认为“面膜要敷个15到20分钟很麻烦”。假如你就是其中的一位,那今天这里有好介绍!


Review; Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor
Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor | MIRAE EX8分钟极速舒缓面膜


Recently I read a Chinese blog article about this 8-minute mask sheet pack. It seemed like it's gaining popularity lately. 8 minutes? Sounds too good to be true. It's like half of the masking time for most sheet mask. Coincidentally, Hermo online beauty shopping website was having store promo, and curiously I bought a box of 5 pcs to try them on.

不久前我在网上偶然读到有关于MIRAE 8分钟极速面膜系列,似乎很夯的模样。8分钟内就能达到20分钟的保湿功效,真的有那么好?这么巧当时本地网上购物网页Hermo正有促销活动,我即刻买了一盒5片来试试。

Apparently the blue one with the moisturizing effect is their best seller. However it was out-of-stock the time when I was browsing the website. Instead I purchased this, purple one, with soothing effect (as well as moisturizing. clearing and repairing).

看样子蓝色保湿那款是最畅销的。当时正缺货。所以我就买了紫色舒缓这款(其中也有保湿、净白、修护、补水和锁水共6个功效)。

It was RM35 per box of 5 pcs. You'll do the calculation ;)
一盒5片RM35来着。你算一算一片要多少钱?


Review; Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor


What are the features of this sheet mask? 这款面膜和别的比较有什么过人之处?

This mask is made with the latest material and technology from South Korea, which is
(1) the advanced high functioning material NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor); and
(2) excellent elastic and fitting woven material;
that will enhance the penetration of essence in order to achieve the benefit of a 20-minute sheet mask in 8 minutes.

这面膜是由韩国最新科技和材料制作,主要有:
(1)新科技NMF天然保湿因子;和
(2)伸缩力高以及超服贴的压力丝面膜布;
相合起了能让精华液在短短的8分钟内被深层肌肤吸收,因而达至20分钟的功效。



Review; Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor


Side fact: Mirae is from the same manufacturer of LOVEMORE and SEXYLOOK sheet masks.

你知道吗?Mirae是由LOVEMORE和SEXYLOOK同一个厂商生产制造的。


Despite both the origin and the brand name would easily caused us to relate to South Korea, this in fact is "made in Taiwan" product, registered under a Taiwanese company. That's why you would noticed the description is all written in Chinese.

纵使科技技术和品牌的名字都会让人认为它是韩国产品,实际上它是台湾产品哦。因此,你会发现面膜包装上都是印着华文的产品介绍。


Fun fact: Even their brand ambassador, Clara Lee, is a South Korean actress, which played a part in the confusion.

你知道吗?Mirae的形象代言人是韩国女演员Clara Lee。这更让人摸不透到底是韩国产品,还是台湾产品了。



Review; Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor


- Main ingredient (主成分): Golden Algae, NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor), Squalane (plant extracts), Nano Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Moist 24, Natural Moisture Locking Factors, Aloe Extract, Vitamins B5.


Review; Mirae's Vitamin B NMF Extreme Hydro Natural Soothing Factor


It comes with an extra cover layer/plastic foil which you’re supposed to peel off after you're done adjusting the mask (both layers together) onto your face. Bear in mind, it is indeed an useful tip. If you stripped the plastic foil before placing the mask onto your face, it is much more hassle to adjust the sheet mask since it is SUPER thin! Almost half the thickness of the average Korean roadshops sheet masks.

撕开包装去除面膜后,你会发现压力丝面膜布舔着一层珍珠膜。将珍珠膜朝外,压力丝面膜布朝内,敷于五官对应的位置,撕下珍珠膜并调整位置,使其完整服帖于肌肤上。千万别撕了珍珠膜后再敷在脸上。因为压力丝面膜布实在实在是太薄了(比市面上的面膜薄一半!)。撕了珍珠膜再敷会很难调整、不顺手。

The size of the mask was just alright for me (I have a big face >_<). Anyway, since the sheet mask is so thin, you can customize it by stretching or overlapping the sheet mask to fit your face. And because it's super thin, it literally adheres once it touches the face! Perfectly fitting.

面膜的大小正合我的大脸(呵呵)。脸小的也不必担心。正因为压力丝面膜布很薄,你可以随脸部大小戳开或叠折的方式来调整面膜大小。压力丝面膜布实在很薄,敷在脸上的那一瞬间就完全服帖了!




Since it claimed to has no mineral oil, no alcohol nor fragrance, the essence itself has almost no scent at all. Despite the texture was watery, it wasn't too watery until the essence drip all the way down the neck while I was applying the mask. To my surprise, the remaining essence inside the bag is about 2~3 tbsp! What I usually do is to collect the leftover essence inside a clean travel bottle, and apply it in my daily skincare routine. Well, not a big problem.

产品介绍有说道,此产品无矿物油,无酒精,无香精;因此精华液嗅起来也几乎没有什么味道。精华液是较稀,却不会因此在敷面膜的时候精华液流到颈项上。面膜取出来后,包装里的精华液约有2~3大匙。一般上这种情况我都会那个干净的旅游用空瓶子把精华液装起来,来日做日常肌肤保养是可以用上。


I really enjoyed the super thin feature of this sheet mask. It somewhat feels like my skin still can breath underneath the sheet. Very comfortable to wear. What I observed immediately after applying this sheet mask is that my skin appeared to be softer and well moisturized. The moisturizing effect even lasts to the next morning. the 8 minute mask is good for hydration and a quick skin pick-me-up.

我实在很中意这款超薄面膜(虽然有一点贵)。敷着面膜也可以感觉到肌肤在呼吸。很舒服。取下面膜后,我可以感觉到肌肤比较嫩又水润。深层保湿和舒缓的这感觉甚至可以持续到隔天早上,洗脸的时候脸滑滑冷冷的。


Well the results may differ from people to people. My younger sister tried for the first time and yet she didn't feel much of a difference on the next morning. At the same time, surprisingly my dad became a big fan of this super thin and deep moisturizing sheet mask ever since his first use.

当然使用后的感想会因人而异。我大妹第一次用后并没有感觉出什么特别功效。反而我爸第一次用后成了大粉丝,嚷嚷着几时再有面膜敷。


I'll leave it up to you ;)
就交由大家去判断吧。


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Rating: 4.5/5, a quick skin pick-me-up item for intensive hydration boost.

Recommend: Highly recommended for normal and sensitive/dry skin.

Repurchase: Yes, I would like to try out the Aqua effect (blue one).

For your reference.

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Do lemme know your thoughts about this product review or share yours experience with me in the comment box below.

大家可以在一下留言交换感想哦~


Cheers!^^

June 11, 2017

[Review] Lizly - What a Chic Palette!

Hello everyone! :)

Today I'm gonna share with you a chic eyeshadow palette from Lizly*^v^*

I can't wait to show you this because it has become my favourite go-to eyeshadow palette recently!


Review; Lizly's What A Chic Palette!
Lizly's What a Chic Palette! | 리즐리 왓 어 시크 팔레트!


I bought this from Althea for RM41.

Not only affordable, but also practical. You can use every single eyeshadow color in this palette to achieve chic & lovely daily makeup-look.


Review; Lizly's What A Chic Palette!


And I also love its carry-friendly design. Makeup touch-up? No problem, carry away! ;)


Review; Lizly's What A Chic Palette!


Look how lovely these colors are (as below):-


Review; Lizly's What A Chic Palette!


1. Chic Seoul (시크서울)
2. Chic London (시크런던)
3. Chic Athens (시크아테네)
4. Chic New York (시크뉴욕)
5. Chic Paris (시크파리)
6. Chic Tokyo (시크도쿄)


Since these are powder-eyeshadow, not cream-type, so, there will be a little lacking on the color payoff. Unless you are up for stage-makeup, otherwise I would definitely recommend this palette.



First off, I'm applying a layer of cushion foundation on top of my eyelid to even out the discoloration (as below).





Here I'm gonna apply the combination of 2 colors below (Chic London + Chic Athens) using my finger. Tap-tap, tap-tap.





...And apply it all over my eyelid. The trick is, follow the curve of your eyeball. Blend it out nicely and evenly (as possible).





Next off, I'm gonna apply the combination of 2 colors below (Chic Athens + Chic Paris) only on the outer corner of my eyelid.





This is to give an enlarged-eye-look. (...if there is a word like that...) Okay, in order for my eyes to look bigger. And also, giving it a bit (just a bit, not more XD) of gradient-finish. Then blend it out again, nicely and evenly. Use a clean fluffy blending brush if you want.





Last but not least (definitely), this is very important. To draw a thin eyeliner along the lash line to create a more defined-look. I'm using Bbia's Last Pen Eyeliner #02 Sharpen Brown.





I only managed to demonstrate 3 out of 6 colors in this post. Look, as for the lightest eyeshadow (Chic Seoul), I often use it to highlight brow bone and/or the inner corner of the eyes.

As for the lovely pink (Chic New York; which reminds me of spring), I also use it for blusher. It's such a pretty girly color.

As for the darkest brown (Chic Tokyo), I would use a pencil eyeshadow brush to run along my lash line as a subtle eyeliner or even to use it to mattify the liquid eyeliner (so it won't smudge easily).

Most of the times, it depends on how much time I left after breakfast for makeup. Anyhow, even I'm in a rush, this simple makeup-look (demonstration which I've just shown above) won't fail me.

Personally, I would prefer matte than glittery look, which explains further why I enjoy using this palette.



Rating: 5/5

Recommend: Yes, definitely!

Repurchase: In the short term, nahh, it is a looong way to hit the pan.

For your reference.


Do lemme know your thoughts about this product review or share yours experience with me in the comment box below.


Cheers!^^

June 7, 2017

[Cafe Hoping] Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee

2017년1월31일 (화요일) Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee





Today I'm meeting a friend, frankly speaking, not really close. Well, she has been quite an acquaintance to me since primary school through co-curriculum activities. So I'm anxious as well as excited.

Recently we got back in touch due to our mutual interest, which is fan-girl-ing over BTS, a Korean boy group. It's really good to have someone to share your interest with, probably that's why we clicked.

Yvonne, she suggested we could meet at this cafe by the name of "The 1985. Coffee" at Plaza 333. Prior to this, I never heard of this cafe.


- Address : Lot 9, Floor 1, Block A, Plaza 333, 89500 Penampang, Sabah, Malaysia.
- Operating Hours : 9:30AM–11PM
- Phone : +60 88-732 228


It took my quite some time to figure out its location. Well, it's actually just above grocery shop Pick n Pay. Take the staircase beside Pick n Pay to the 2nd floor, and it's the first shop on your left.


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


The main door. ↓


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


It's sure an odd time. 2PM in the afternoon. It ain't much customers inside the cafe, which I prefer this way. Warm, cozy and quiet.


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


The menu is placed on every table. Printed on brown paper. Very authentic.


Menu; Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Lemme give you a peek on their menu :)


Menu; Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Menu; Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Just 2 pages. Simple. Don't overthink, just pick the one matches your eyes, or tummy.

Personally, I think their pricing is fairly acceptable, compared to other cafes around.

I ordered a cup of hot cafe latte which I love it until the very last sip. I like its creamy smooth texture. Coffee tastes just as my preference.


Afternoon Coffee Break @ The 1985. Coffee


Finally, Yvonne came and we had a great time catching up. Talking about dreams, trips, career and of course, BTS.

Can't wait to revisit this cafe soon.

Til the next time. Cheers! ^_^

June 4, 2017

[Review] Bbia - Last Pen Eyeliner 02 Sharpen Brown

Hello everyone! :)

Today I'm gonna share with you one of my favourite liquid eyeliner. This also marks the first time I introduce Bbia in my blog.

Basically I love every item I have bought from Bbia. Do stay tuned as I will share with you my Bbia collection as soon as possible... which is not today, unfortunately. There are products which I haven't try out yet. It will take some time to compile my feedback/notes on each product before posting it here.

Meanwhile, I can't wait to show you how much I love this product over here.


Review; Bbia's Last Pen Eyeliner 02 Sharpen Brown
Bbia's Last Pen Eyeliner 02 Sharpen Brown | 삐아 라스트 펜 아이라이너 02 샤픈 브라운 | 0.6g

First of all, allow me to show some love to Korean makeup artist, Pony ^~^

I get to know about this brand through her video, basically that's how it happens. That was like a year (or more than a year ago).

See how often this brand gets featured in her videos, I checked out its products on Gmarket, and surprisingly they are very affordable! Ever since then I got so hooked up in purchasing makeup products from Bbia.

Below are the screenshots from Pony's latest video featuring Bbia's Last Pen Eyeliner.


Watch Pony's full video here


I love every bit of this eyeliner. From its classic brown packaging, to its sleek pen holder, to its sharp pencil tip, to its smooth and long lasting formula... everything!


Review; Bbia's Last Pen Eyeliner 02 Sharpen Brown


With its sharp pencil tip, you can draw lines as thin as you want. No problem at all.




**Tip : Brown eyeliner can gives your eyes a softer look than black eyeliner.**


Normally what I do is, to draw the eyeliner as close as possible to the lash roots, follow the shape of your eyes, for a natural/casual look. Slightly wing the ends up to give a cheerful look, as if you're smiling :)




Besides its formula is super long-lasting and doesn't easily smudge over the day.


Before bath

After bath


Most of all, this amazing product just costs KRW4,800 (approximately RM19).




So the conclusion is... I highly recommend this product if you're a liquid eyeliner go-to person.

One thing I really hope that Gmarket could charge lesser for the international shipping fee... so that I could buy more of these :s



Rating: 5/5

Recommend: Yes, definitely!

Repurchase: Yes yes!

For your reference.


Do lemme know your thoughts about this product review or share yours experience with me in the comment box below.


Cheers!^^

June 2, 2017

[Cafe Hoping] High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe

2017년5월21일 (일요일) High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe


After usual Sunday service, we planned to meet and catch up a bit. Lylian, Justine and me.


High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe; Cappuccino


- Address : Lot 1, 2.75 KM, Jalan Damai, Luyang, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
- Phone : +60 17-866 8618
- Operating Hours : 8:30AM – 11PM


It started out rough. Justine and I arrived before 12:30PM, and it appeared to be fulled house. Wow, this is not what we expected.

When Lylian came and 3 of us finally decided on what to order, we were told that the chef went off and not coming back anytime soon (whuttt?? what is happening)

At the end, we settled our lunch at the Chinese restaurant beside the cafe. And eventually we came back to continue chit chat.


High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe; Counter


I was really impressed by its long menu list, seriously.


High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe; Menu


High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe; Menu Board


Justine ordered a flat white. It was so-so, more of the bitter side.


High Tea @ Breadboss Bakery Cafe; Coffee Latte & Yogurt Ice-Cream


Lylian ordered a coffee latte and a scoop of yogurt ice-cream with honey drip. The ice-cream is just the right taste. Coffee latte was okay.

For me, I ordered a cup of cappuccino, which I think it lacks of coffee aroma.

Despite the drinks which disappointed us (pretty much), we enjoyed the environment as well as the bonding time with ex-high schoolmates.

Til the next time. Cheers! ^_^

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