Tag: eyes
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
Packaging of eye patch from Biore (front view)
If steam heated eye masks are not your thing and you prefer something cooler for your eyes, then I think I might just have the right product for you. These individual packaged gel like eye patches from Biore, a large cosmetics company in Japan, offers a great alternative.
Instructions on the back of the eye patch packaging is self explanatory. The picture tells you where to place your eye patches.
I normally put these eye patches under my eyes like shown on the packaging (see picture) after I put on my eye cream at night. Then I sleep with it on for 6-8 hours and I really see a difference in the morning. Somehow the coolness of the eye patches make my eyes look smoother and hydrated in the morning. It maximizes the absorption of my eye cream too.
The top side is felt material and the bottom side is gel material.
It’s a shame that Biore only sells this product in Japan. I went on their website, www.biore.com and could not find this product except on their Japanese website. I wish these Japanese companies would share more of their beauty secrets and products with the rest of the world. I really love the coolness of the gel patch under my eyes and how great I look the next day!
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Thursday, March 25th, 2010
I don’t know if you are like me but I’ve been having a hard time going to bed before midnight these days. My dark circles are becoming more apparent and my eyes look puffy and often dehydrated in the morning. Therefore, I was so happy to discover these STEAM HEATED EYE MASKS on my recent trip to Tokyo.
Steam Heated Eye Masks come in a box of 5
These Steam Heated Eye Masks come in unscented and lavender scent. I bought the lavender scent to try.
Individual packaging makes it good for traveling.
According to the packaging, I could use this eye mask any time from sleeping to taking a break or traveling. It is suppose to relax your tired eyes. It should have the effects of having a steam sauna on your eyes. Sounds amazing, right?
Directions on the back of the package.
This eye mask is very easy to use. See the pictures below for demonstration.
Lavender Scented Eye Masks
Pooh Bear demonstrating the eye masks.
Side view of the mask. The ear loops are very comfortable and should fit any face shape and size.
The two purple squares warm up once it is exposed to air, but not too hot and at a very comfortable temperature. The steam is released slowly so that I could actually feel it on my eyes and the lavender scent is so soothing and calming. I tried this eye masks right before going to bed and after applying my eye cream. The scent and the heat made me really sleepy and I fell asleep within a few minutes.
Conclusion: The skin around my eyes looked refreshed and hydrated the next day. I’m definitely buying some more when I go back to Japan again.
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Sunday, November 29th, 2009
Like so many girls, I realized how important our eyelashes are a long time ago. The difference between having curly and straight lashes makes a dramatic difference for my eyes, since mine are not the biggest in the world. Let’s just say that I definitely get more compliments when my lashes are all dolled up and curled, with an application of mascara. In a way, I feel like it is my shield and sword, where it gives me more confidence to go out and face the world…lol…
Therefore, in order to achieve the perfect set of eyelashes, I have bought infinite numbers of eyelash curlers. From Shu Uemura, heated, plastic to metal eyelash curlers, I spent countless dollars on trying to find the right one. Right now, I have two favorites that I would like to share with you. One is for use at home and the other is so little and convenient that I can carry it in my bag everywhere I go.
1. Excel Eyelash Curler
Excel Eyelash Curler (39mm)
Excel Eyelash Curler
This 39mm eyelash curler is wide enough to capture all my eyelashes (even the ones at the corner of my eyes) at the same time. The design of the angle of the eyelash curler allows my eyelashes to curl at a beautifully natural degree. I curl my eyelashes twice, and I find that most effective. The first time is before I apply mascara, and then a second time after my mascara dries. With this technique, my eyelashes stay all curly and natural for a really long time. The best part is that it doesn’t break my eyelashes at all. =)
2. Compact Curler for people on the go
Compact Curler
side view
My friend was actually the one who discovered this and recommended it to me. I fell in love with it right away. Even though it doesn’t capture all of my eyelashes in one squeeze, it is so compact that I can’t leave home without it now. My eyelashes look so natural after I curl it with this. The best part is that I can use this at the end of the day without applying new coats of mascara and my eyelashes still appears curly and natural. This is definitely a good buy since it costs only around $5 dollars in the US.
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
California extends deadline for reporting cancer chemicals in cosmetics: http://bit.ly/2EI015
4 Home Beauty Tips Using Epsom Salt: http://tinyurl.com/ykuwnzc
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Blondes are more confident because they spend more time primping. Agree or disagree?? Read about the study here! http://bit.ly/1wH0TH
10 Best Budget Beauty Tips http://bit.ly/Snjgu
Surprise Beauty Tips from Your Bathroom (http://cli.gs/vynaN)
Can facial acupuncture reduce wrinkles? http://bit.ly/3vN6f6
Great discussion on organic skincare http://tiny.cc/T2Ngp
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Maya Meinert, most recently a Marketplace reporter at the LA Business Journal (previously affiliated with Los Angeles Magazine, Daily Journal, Santa Monica Daily Press, Giant Robot and more), reviews Marie Louise retail products at her blog ShopEatSleep and stamps it with her approval. Please see her product review here for more information and details. For additional information and testimonials, please click here.
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Sunday, October 4th, 2009
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#32: If you sleep in a bedroom with central heating your skin will suffer and become dry because of lack of moisture in the room – the remedy is a bowl of water placed on your radiator which will increase the humidity in the room
#33: As you get older you need to use less make-up, not more! Too much, can be extremely aging and too much powder is the biggest culprit.
#34: Even if you don’t apply mascara, do curl your lashes to make your eyes look more open and awake.
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Monday, September 21st, 2009
Great article from Marie Claire: How your hormones affect you: http://www.marieclaire.com/health-fitness/advice/tips/female-hormones-cycle
How long are you holding on to cosmetics? http://bit.ly/uMuAj
Before you rush to the dermatologist because of a skin emergency, check out how to treat and prevent it at home! http://bit.ly/2EdJpU
Latest recession linked to eczema and breakouts? http://ow.ly/pgrG
Not beauty related, but fun little article on why parents shouldn’t be allowed on Facebook: http://bit.ly/FcTsV ( if you need to give yours a reason!)
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