WINTER WARMERS #2: NIGHT CARE

I know, its spring now. Why is the word "Winter" still showing up in your posts, Adeline? Winter is all history, for the year 2012 at least. 

Well well, if you remember my post approximately 2 weeks ago, I am wrapping up my winter favourites in my Winter Warmer series and today's post happens to be the second instalment of it and its all about my night skincare products. 

Just a quick recap and an excerpt from my previous post regarding my skin conditions:

"Before I go on with my product talks, allow me to have a quick run through about my skin type and what not. I have really dry skin and it gets flaky in some extreme days. However, due to some unknown reasons, instead of flaking this winter, I started to develop rashes on my left cheeks and hives on my forehead. They are as temperamental as a woman's hormones and it comes and disappears as they wish. Randomly.  

The products above are the ones that I use in the better days - when the rashes and hives get a tad too overwhelming (ie redness & bumps), I switched to my trusty steroid cream and sorberlene cream as moisturiser."

NIGHT CARE PRODUCTS:

(in chronological orders in term of products application)

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate (RRP $59.00)*: "One night, two drops, younger looking skin in the morning" - Kiehl's claims that it replenishes skin with moisture and helps to recover radiance by morning. I can't be too sure about the recover radiance part but my skin definitely feels more hydrated and moisturised after using this. With lavender essential oil as one of its key ingredients, apart from reducing the skin blotchiness, it smells really lovely and helps calm your mind down and prepare you for a good night sleep. Two drops everynight is all you need.

The Jojoba Company Intense Overnight Renewal Creme (RRP $52.95)*: This Overnight Renewal Creme claims to nurture collagen production, repairs the appearance of skin, and of course hydrate the skin with beneficial ingredients such as green tea, Beta Glucan, Vitamin A&E, Hyaluronic acid and Argan Oil. Rich, moisturising and natural, exactly what I need on a cold winter night. This will probably go to the storage in the warmer months though as I tend to stick to water-base moisturisers in spring/ summer. 

(Not pictured) Kiehl's Midnight Recover Eye (RRP $44.00)*: Following the successful introduction of Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate, Kiehl's introduces its ideal companion to help achieve fresher, younger looking eyes in the morning by dimisnishing puffiness and fine lines & wrinkles. Not as refreshing as The Jojoba Company Cucumber + Guava Firming Eye Gel (as mentioned HERE), Kiehl's Midnight Recover Eye has a much thicker consistency and I did notice that after using this for almost 3 months, I do wake up with less puffier eyes in the morning. 

Neutrogena Hydroboost Water Gel (RRP approximately $20): This is a replacement for my Clinique Moisture Surge and is the final step of my routine to "lock in" my serum and moisturiser before hitting the sack. As the name suggests, it is water base and feels extremely hydrating on the skin. I love the "cooling" feeling of this gel when applied - it's like an instant hydration boost to my face.  However, compared to the other products I am using, this is probably the "least natural" of all. Hence, I tend to stay clear of this whenever my skin go psychotic on me and rashes is popping up everywhere. 

(I got mine from Malaysia during my most recent trip back but unfortunately, I don't think they stock this here in Australia. If you are looking for something similar, Clinique Moisture Surge is probably the closest but the price will be slightly more expensive.)

The Jojoba Company 100% Natural Jojoba Oil (RRP $19.95)* : Jojoba Oil is well known as a powerful moisturiser and it helps soothes and balances the skin. It is no longer a news that I have really sensitive skin and it goes crazy during the change of seasons. I put my Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate on hold whenever my rashes became more visible and switch to the good ol' Jojoba Oil to help restore my skin (which usually takes a couple of days). Definitely a good alternative to the conventional serum if you try to go au naturale with your skincare.  

Have you tried any of the products above?

What are your favourite Winter Night Care products?

DISCLAIMER: I am not a certified dermatologist or skin specialist. These products are based on trial and error and what I find suits my skin most. Please consult your dermatologist or skin specialist should you have any concerns regarding your skin as I do not hold any responsibilities with my recommendations above. Please note that products marked with asterisk (*) were provided to me for consideration purposes. However, all opinions expressed are 100% honest. Please refer to ThroughBeautyEyes disclosure policy for more information.

XOXO,

A

GIVEAWAY: KIEHL'S MIDNIGHT RECOVERY EYE

Sleepy Time?  *yawns* Wait! Don’t forget to restore your skin overnight, dear beauties.

I admit, I am probably one of the laziest person you ever know but I do, however make a point to slap on some skin care on my face before hitting the sack. (whether it is thorough or done within 10 seconds, that’s another story. =P)

I know – it is an effort having to apply skin care after that long, hot (or cold if it’s scorching hot) shower and all you wanna do is crash in your comfy bed. That’s precisely how I feel every day, most of the day anyways. BUT, our skin needs to regenerate, repair and replenish what it has lost during the day as a result of protecting itself against internal and external aggressors.

Following its successful introduction of the revolutionary Midnight Recovery Concentrate, KIEHLS brings you its ideal companion Midnight Recovery Eye to help achieve fresher, younger looking eyes in the morning by diminishing puffiness and fine lines and wrinkles.

In conjunction with the launch of the Midnight Recovery Eye, one lucky ThroughBeautyEyes reader will receive a full size Midnight Recovery Eye and a Peter Alexander Eye Mask, thanks to KIEHLS and EGPR.

HOW to WIN?

Mandatory: (1 entry)

1)     Subscribe to Through Beauty Eyes HERE

AND

Answer the following question:

“What is your worst facial disaster?”

Personally, I can’t think of anything real bad at the top of my head now but my sister once used this Wakilala Japan ARMPIT Clear Wash as a facial cleanser for almost a week!!!

That’s right, true story. She wouldn’t have realised if she didn’t go on and on about how awesome the “cleanser” was and asked where did I buy it from. My sister was lucky that she didn’t have any break outs or anything but the thought of having an UNDERARM cleanser on my FACE is enough to freak me out.

Extra entries: ( maximum of 8 entries)

1)     Like Through Beauty Eyes on Facebook HERE (+1)

2)     Follow Through Beauty Eyes via Google Friends Connect (+1)

3)     Follow @ThruBeautyEyes on twitter (+1)

4)     Blog about this giveaway (+3)

5)     Include this giveaway on your sidebar (+1)

6)     Tweet about this giveaway (don’t forget to @ThruBeautyEyes (+1)

Additional Information:

*This giveaway will run for 2 weeks, ending on 24 February 2012, 23:59 AEST.

*This giveaway is open to Australian Residents only (Sorry my international readers!)

*Winners will have 72 hours to forward me their details.

*As mentioned, this giveaway is sponsored by KIEHLS and EGPR.:D

Good luck and I look forward to reading your answers! I might even do a blog post on the comments I receive, just so the rest of us do not make the same mistake!

“One Night, Two Drops, Younger Looking Eyes By Morning”

Have a good weekend lovelies!! :D

XOXO,

A

KIEHL'S FREE SAMPLES GIVEAWAY

Hey lovelies!!!

Hope you're having a great week so far! I bet all the Sydneysiders' mood has been lifted by the sunny sunshine this week and feel less miserable! Let's add icing to the great start of this week by the awesome news from Kiehl's! :)

I am not sure if you remember but I did mention in my Kiehl's is growing, Price is shrinking post that Kiehl's is trying to give back to the community with their world wide success and growth! 

And the deal today, or up until Saturday is:

Kiehl's is offering FREE SAMPLES to their Facebook fans. 

Every. Single. One. Of. Them

No honey, you don't need to spend a certain amount to be entitled to the samples. 

Just a few simple steps and the sample is YOURS. :)

STEP 1:

Become a FAN of Kiehl's Australia Facebook Page

STEP 2:

There are details of the exclusive offer on Kiehl's Australia Facebook Page wall.

STEP 3:

Simply head to a Kiehl's counter and mention that you have seen the offer on Facebook.

Kiehl's counter are located in the following stores:

SYDNEY: MYER Sydney City, David Jones Elizabeth Street, David Jones Bondi Junction, Kiehl's Paddington Boutique.

Other NSW: David Jones Kotara

MELBOURNE: David Jones Bourke Street Mall

Other VICTORIA: David Jones Doncaster

QLD: David Jones Queens Plaza, David Jones Robina

SA: David Jones Rundle Mall

WA: David Jones Hay Street Mall

STEP 4:

You will receive a personalised selection of samples to match the time of the day. 

Note: 1 X Sachet Sample for every hour; 1 Deluxe Sample for every 5 hours

* 9am = 1 Deluxe + 4 Sachets 

(ie 5 hours = 1 Deluxe Samples + 4 other hours = 4 Sachet Samples)

*10am = 2 Deluxe

*11am = 2 Deluxe + 1 Sachet

*12pm = 2 Deluxe + 2 Sachets

*1pm = 1 Sachet

*2pm = 2 Sachet

*3pm = 3 Sachet

*4pm = 4 Sachet

*5pm = 1 Deluxe

*6pm = 1 Deluxe + 1 Sachet

*7pm = 1 Deluxe + 2 Sachet

*8pm = 1 Deluxe + 3 Sachet

PLEASE NOTE:

# This offer is only available to Facebook Fans who visit a Kiehl's counter.

# This offer ends at close of business Saturday, 30 July 2011.

What are you waiting for lovelies? 

Head over to  Kiehl's Australia Facebook Page become a fan today and head to your nearest Kiehl's s tore to claim your free samples!

I have already bold-ed 12pm on the schedule for you beauties out there as that's the optimum time to claim your samples - 2 Deluxe and 2 Sachets! LOL

Photo taken using iPhone. Excuse the poor quality.

My loot of deluxe samples - Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream, Kiehl's Powerful - Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate and Kiehl's Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner Alcohol-Free

If you do score yourself some free samples, leave a comment and let me know what did you get! :)

Have fun with your new deluxe samples!!!

Disclaimer: I was provided with the deluxe samples for consideration and in conjunction with Kiehl's Fans Free Samples Giveaway. I am in no way affiliated with Kiehl's.

XOXO,
A

KIEHL'S IS GROWING, PRICES ARE SHRINKING!!!

Hey lovelies, 

How's your week treating you so far? I am FINALLY done with my Financial Reporting exam on Tuesday (Celebration time! Except, I am still coughing like an old granny and am down with a nasty flu thanks to the insanely cold weather here in Sydney.) Will be back to my blogging track, with more frequent posting. :) I have attended a couple of events since I sealed my exam papers in the envelop and handed over to the invigilator and Kiehl's Beauty Blogger Event was one of them. Many thanks to Elise Garland Public Relations for organising the event. 

From the title of this post, you can probably tell that Kiehl's Australia is cutting their price significantly! Just a little background information here, for you non-Aussies out there, the Australian retail price for beauty products hasn't exactly been exactly favourable with its ridiculously high price. (For example, a MAC lipstick costs $14.50 in the States but a whopping A$35 here in Australia.) Hence, it's good to know that the Australian franchises are finally decided to do something about the sky-rocket price and mark them down. I understand that most retailers still need to achieve a certain margin and you do get taxed at a higher rate here in Australia, but at least someone is finally trying to make beauty products more affordable for us avid beauty fanatics out there. =)

Kiehl's new slogan - 

KIEHL'S IS GROWING, 

PRICES ARE SHRINKING. 

Thanks to Kiehl's worldwide success and growth, they decided to give back to their customers by dropping their prices in Australia. The announcement was made in 2011 Kiehl's Skincare Symposium in Sydney and Kiehl's Price Drop is effective from 9th May 2011. 

Many iconic, cult products including Creme de Corps range of body lotions, Ultra Facial skin care products, the highly-efficacious Dermatologist Solutions Range, and everyone's favourite: Lip Balm #1.

We were given a 4 pages updated Price List, which details the new RRP for the Kiehl's products that are part of "Kiehl's Growing, Price are Shrinking" campaign. 

Feel free to drop me an email if you wanna find out whether your favourite Kiehl's product is involved in this change or simply head over to Kiehl's Australia Facebook page for more information. 

I think there's enough background information for the time being and lets move on to the event on Tuesday night. :)

There were a few skin consultants there to help us out - analysing our skin type and recommending suitable products according to our skin type and age group. At the risk as coming across as a total noob, I was super fascinated by this "PH paper look-a-like-thingamajiggy" (Does any of you know what is it called?) which was used by Melanie, my skin consultant for the night to analyse my skin type. All Melanie did was place that paper at the top of my forehead and cheeks and base on the changes on the paper, she was able to tell that my forehead is normal skin type and my cheeks is in the dry department. (Unfortunately, I was too busy being intrigued by that and forgotten about the camera I was holding and I don't have a photo of it. #failblogger). 

Each blogger takes home with them a press release kit (the small carry bag) with a "I ♥ Kiehl's" mug and 2 Kiehl's products + their famous lip balm, complementary of Kiehl's Australia. :)

A couple of samples that were given by the lovely Kiehl's consultant. :)

So, in conjunction with Kiehl's awesome initiative of price reduction, Kiehl's Australia are having a fun competition for us beauty bloggers and that involves a little favour from my lovely readers. 

If you have Facebook: Head over to Kiehl's Australia Facebook page , "Like"Kiehl's Australia Facebook page and post on there "I found about the Kiehl's Price Drop from Through Beauty Eyes and my favourite product is.........."

If you are on Twitter: Simply post "@egpr_beauties I found out about the Kiehl's Price Drop from @AdelineEr and my favourite product is............."

For the extensive list of Kiehl's product range, check out http://www.kiehls.com/. 

My personal favourite is Kiehl's Avocado Eyecream! I am already going through my second one. :)

I know everyone is excited to know what are the PRIZES for this exciting competition.

The blogger with the most comments on the will win the competition and receive a deluxe pack of Kiehl's best selling products and of course one lucky reader will be receiving a plethora of deluxe samples. :)

The competition concludes on Friday, 20 May 2011. It will be greatly appreciated if you lovely readers is able to head over to Kiehl's Australia Facebook page or tweet about it. Rove you rong time Love you long timeeee ♥♥♥

Just a quick note, my 1 Year Anniversary Giveaway is now CLOSED. I am still in the progress of collating everyone's entry on a spreadsheet. The winner will be announced either tomorrow or at the latest Tuesday. :)

XOXO,

A 

JUNE FAVOURITES :)

• CETAPHIL MOISTURISING LOTION - This product was featured in my May Favourites too. With the insanely cold weather in Sydney, a good moisturing lotion is a must have for someone like me with extremely dry skin. Ever since I started using this product, my skin is much more moisturised and my cheeks and nose bridge area is no longer flaky and stings when I wash my face. It doesn't make me feel like I have dipped my face into a pool of oil too, like how I felt with my lanolin cream. Cetaphil does the job and best part is, its inexpensive! I bought the 250mL bottle for approximately A$13.

• KIEHL'S CREAMY EYE TREATMENT WITH AVOCADO - I have heard a lot of good stuff about this products and finally got my hands on it after all the countless, futile attempts to get rid of my flaky eyelids, which once again caused by the cold weather and constant exposure to heater. As the name suggests, the formula is really creamy and you only need a little bit of the product each time. There's a sting-y sensation when I apply them (due to dryness) but it moisturizes my eyelids really quickly. My night treatment consists of this eye cream and Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion and I haven't had any problems so far. :)

• ETUDE HOUSE MAGIC BB CREAM - I have been using this product forever but not only till recently that I actually like it, hence I decide to include it in this month's favourite. Before that, it was more of " I have to use it since I have 2 of these" rather than liking the product. This BB Cream is perfect for everyday use as I don't like caking on foundation on a daily basis. It provides sheer to medium coverage but good enough to even my skin tone and cover up my redness. I know some people find this BB cream a tad too oily but personally, it suits my dry skin well. 

• CHINA GLAZE NAIL POLISH IN FOR AUDREY & REFRESH MINT - Absolutely love them! I have been switching between these 2 colours in the past one month. Enough said =P

• NYX SINGLE EYESHADOW IN CHAMPAGNE & ELF SINGLE EYESHADOW IN RASPBERRY TRUFFLES - This is the combination I use on my lazy-days when I couldn't be bothered with eye make up. They are both inexpensive, pigmented and colour pay off is great too. Perfect for your daily on-the-go-smokey look.

• REVLON MATTE LIPSTICK IN PINK POUT - I have been wearing this a lot, compared to Soft Nude. It's a really gorgeous baby pink colour, which goes well with almost any look. As it is matter formula, it can be a little too dry on my lips sometimes. What I do is, either wear it over a layer of Lucas Papaw Ointment or wear a layer of gloss over the lipstick. Swatches of this lipstick can be found here.

• CHI CHI MOSAIC BRONZER IN DARK - I was lucky enough to score myself this bronzer when Gloss Cosmetics was giving out 10 samples to their readers. :) It was sitting at the corner of my vanity corner for quite a while before I discovered its awesomeness. I swirled my powder brush to blend all the different shades of bronzer together to create the perfect bronzer for my current skin tone. My Sports Girl bronzer is a tad too dark for winter. I have been reaching out for this baby a lot lately for contouring. :)

As you can see, there are quite a fair bit of products this month. =P

Have you tried any of these products and do you like them? What are your June Favourites?

XOXO,

A