1. Khao Shong 3-in-1 coffee mix 

2. Laneige Pore Control BB Cushion #23 

3. Secret Key Snail+EGF Repairing Gel Cream 

4. Ryo Hamvit Camellia Seed Oil Treatment 

5. Yadah Lipgloss in Cherry Ade #3

Legendary Hong Kong 香港饮食 is like a tip of the iceberg. The entrance of the restaurant is really small and I actually missed it even walking by twice haha. The restaurant can house quite a fair bit of people.

I barely remember what happened this week. Went for lessons and stuff like that, dinner at a HK cafe with XJ and SW on Thursday and I was really moody that day. It has been a while. Guess the stress is catching up as the days to finals draw nearer. On a happier note, 1 more month to the 3 months break.

It occurred to me that I was going through the motion - of studying. I wasn't studying because I want to learn, I was studying because I want to get the exams over and done with. What kind of crappy mindset is that?

I hope I managed to re-orientate myself. It troubles me as I saw I inadequate I am but at the same time challenges give me so much joy. I took 3 years to see it; definitely late but better than never.

Let's not continue this conversation for I might go on blabbering about the stereochemistry or you know stuff like that. :p



Anyway, I sent in my Internship application for next semester as well. I hope I get my first choice! It is something I am rather interested in and this is a good chance to see whether I am a good fit in the industry. Keeping my fingers crossed.
Speaking of internship, I will be tying up with another place during summer (totally new and out of my comfort zone). I thought it is a really great opportunity for me to try something totally not my thing you see. I ought to step out of my bubble. We will see how it goes!



This is quite a different SOTW, isn't it? Do you like it?
And those are random photos I took before I fell asleep on a bench for 2 hours yesterday LOL.

Sigma | Air puff | Etude House | Secret Key | Holika Holika

1. F80 Flat Head Kabuki Sigma Brush

The dense yet soft brush creates the perfect base every.single.time. I cannot stress how much I love this brush. It sheds a bit, think I got a bad batch, but it works as well! Great for BB cream, foundation, powder and loose powder. Sometimes I use this is blend my undereye concealer too. It is a little too bulky for the small area but it works. Not too hard to clean so don't worry. And somehow my foundation lasted much longer when I blend with this brush than my fingers. Flawless finish is so easy with it. I totally understand all the hype about it now.

$35, Luxola

2. Air Cushion Sponge

If I am not using my F80 flat head kabuki brush, I am using this air cushion puff. Actually I use this more often than the brush. You will love the finish this puff gives if you're into dewy, korean-ish skin.  It blends everything super well too - BB cream, concealers, foundations and CC creams. I don't think it will work with powders though. The downside is this puff soaks up quite a bit of product so it is kind of wasteful. I also wanted to comment on how difficult it is to clean this sponge until I found this:

You saved practically every cushion lover's life! I don't think you should squeeze it the way he did though; the puff can 'crack'. If you are worried, you can go on and wash it with some of your puff cleanser (I am using Daiso puff detergent, which is amazing).

3. Etude House Wonder Pore Freshener

Almost out of this. I have been reaching for this every morning because I am decided cleanse with a cleanser only once a day. Some on a cotton pad lift off any dirt and excess oil on my skin and the cooling effect is pretty nice in the morning too. Sometimes I use this at night to make sure no junk is left on my face even after removing my make up with a make up remover. My skin feels cleaner after using it for quite some time and I suffer from less clogged pores now.

I understand the new version is 10-in- but I am still using the old 7-in-1. Heard there isn't much difference so grab the 10-in-1 if you cannot find the older version.

$25 (250 mL), Etude House Singapore

4. Secret Key Hydro Lifting Ampoule

My skin will immediately show every time I don't get enough sleep. In what sense? It sags LOL. My laugh lines will be so obvious, my skin will lack elasticity and in general, it just look bad. I feel and look 10 years older or something. This bad. Ever since I started incorporating this into my skincare regime, my face still look firm even when I don't get enough beauty sleep. Do not get me wrong - sleep enough if you can. If you can't, at least you look like you did. It is a short-term solution, my emergency secret weapon.

Secret Key has some of many amazing products. I like their Multi Cell Night Repair(Review) too. I will probably do a compare & contrast between this two products when I have the time!
One thing I cannot stand is the smell. Smells like..... dishwashing liquid or what. I don't like it at all.

$19.90 (30 mL), Qoo10

5. Holika Holika Pro: Beauty Bloody Oil Tint (PK102)

This is one of the best lip tints I've tried. It lasts really long and the colour is gorgeous! Moreover, this oil-infused tint is moisturising so it is good for dry lips as well. The finish is not glossy nor matt and it does not feel like anything on the lips. I am not sure whether you can find it in Singapore yet. You can check out the Holika Holika counter in Wisma etc.

7,900W, Holika Holika Korea




That's all for my March favourites. Not many but a lot of them are things I love for a long time. See you again in my April favourites!

Not going to do the same this week because I just can't. When I was drafting this post in my mind, I realised how negative I sounded - I am busy and I still have to clean the dirty toilet, my wisdom teeth post surgery was horrible, I still have tons of work to do, I am tired, blahblah. 


So I decided to approach from another point of view.




I settled a lot of administrative stuff at home because my family trust me to do it.
I have deadlines, reports, lectures to do and watch because I am blessed to enjoy education.
I worked because I am given the chance to learn something in a more practical setting.
I suffered from muscle aches, bruises and swelling because I am alive enough to feel it.
I cleaned the toilet because I want my home to be a nice place to come back to.
I fell asleep in the living room working on stuff every night because I have a comfortable sofa (and it's 2/3am).
I was given a packet of noodles for free because the uncle was way too kind.
I had probably the most yummy bibimbap yesterday because the cook put his heart into making it.
I met, and going to meet, many friends because they enjoy my company as well.
I can walk home alone in the middle of the night, leave my belonging around, sleep on public transport because I live in a safe country.
I am here writing, editing because I have you guys, patiently waiting for me.





Feeling a little more emotional these days. I am not the only one. We lost one of our greatest leaders, Mr. Lee Kuan Yew on 23/3/2015. It was, and still is, a sad day for Singapore.


I smiled a little every time I answer the 'Where are you from' question. I took this long to register the fact that I am indeed, very proud to live in this tiny, yet prosperous country. This is the country you built for us Mr Lee.  Thank you.


Lee Kuan Yew is Singapore. This is too true.




I am not sure what I can do for this home you painstakingly assembled but I will be the best I can for her. And to anyone reading this, I hope you will too.



So just like the half-risen flag, we grieve. But we have and we will rise back up to where we are supposed to be. For you, for us and for our dear land.

Thank you for everything, You will continue to live in every Singaporean's heart.

Been not clocking in my summary of the week because I am so busy every single day.

Went for interview on one of the days, went for internship fair, got a free power bank from SPMS event, attended lectures, lab, school, tutorials, exams etc.

Other than school related matters, I also did my wisdom tooth surgery last Friday. Not painful but still recovering from the swollen face. Ate pretty normally, still suffering from sore throat from the breathing tube. Other than these, everything is pretty fine.

Last nom meal before surgery - Pitchstop NTU The laksa pasta is pretty damn good. And... photos you can find in Instagram. Click >> to follow!

Dinner at couz'

Cyber Color Rose & Chamomile Cleansing Oil

Packaging

In a regular-looking pump bottle but it is in fact not so regular. There isn't a 'neck' at the pump. Can you see how much more compact this is? It is so much more convenient to carry around (though no one in the right mind will choose to bring this 350 mL remover out). However, it is not so easy to press.




The cleansing oil also comes with the lock function - zero accident guarantee. You will not lose the 'stopper' as well since it built in.

Other than the functional aspects, Cyber Colors cleansing oil is definitely a cute addition to your make up table. I mean look at Fifi Lapin! Don't you love anything limited edition as well? :)

Size

350 mL of cleansing oil is not a joke. It can probably last me for me a long long time considering the fact that I only use 2, maximum 3, pumps to remove my entire face make. And it works out to be more value for money than many other 'cheaper' brands in the market.

Smell

It has a faint rose smell which is rather pleasant to my nose.

Consistency

A very lightweight, watery texture. The first thing that came to my mind when I unboxed it was, "oh so it's a cleansing water?" The cleansing oil is easy to work with; at the same time it can create some mess if you are not careful. Just use it in the bathroom.

Cleansing power

Cyber Color Cleansing Oil probably works as well as some popular high end cleansing oils in the market. It removes everything so effortlessly you have no excuse to do a poor removal job. It is a one-size-fits-all as well, works for both face and eye make up! Don't worry no stinging of eyes or crazy stuff like that.

PS but you can experience blur vision if a lot of the oil gets into your eyes. Not painful and you can flush it out with some eye bath.

Aftermath

This cleansing oil emulsifies quickly too. Moisturised, clean finish after rinsing all the oil away with water. No outbreaks from it as well. Cleansing with oil does not make your face oily.
Myth busted.

Ingredients

The Verdict:

Rating: 9/10
Repurchase: Love to they release a new formula

Cyber Colors Gentle Eye Makeup Remover

Packaging

Hard plastic bottle with an adequate opening. You can control dispersing the right amount of product effortlessly. Bottle is really sturdy and the cute fifi on this best-seller collectible is a plus point.

Consistency

Nothing to complain or compliment, just like any other bi-phase eye make up remover. It does not leave the oily or sticky residue, in case you are wondering!

Smell

Surprisingly it is fragrance-free. For people who are more sensitive to fragrances, you should totally check this out.

No irritation

Cyber colors gentle eye make up remover lives up to its name. It does not irritate my eye area nor my eyes AT ALL. I hate those make up removers that hurt/make my eyes red.

Cleansing power

Removes my typical eye make in seconds!

Cyber colors gentle eye makeup remover takes off my eye make up,including waterproof mascara, in a breeze. No need to tug or rub the eye area too much. Good job!

The Verdict:

Cyber colour gentle eye make up remover exceeded my expectations. I have nothing to nitpick anymore. You won a permanent spot on my dressing table.

Rating: 10/10

All in all, I am honestly impressed by the quality of cyber color's products. Other than the foundation range Sasa team kindly sent me to try, I love their eyeliner too. They may look pricey but they are not at all. Just do some math - many of their stuff are actually cheaper than the alternatives available in the drugstores.

My heart still leans towards the cleansing oil though the eye make up remover is great because...
I am a lazy bum hahhaa! Anything all-in-one automatically adds 100 points.











All products are kindly sent to me by Sasa Singapore to test. Opinions are solely mine and unbiased.