Archive for April 2019

Last January, I made my first month update on my ISOTRETINOIN Journey. (Click HERE). I promised to make an update monthly but I was so busy with a lot of things I already forgot to do so. I'm on my 5th box now so I can now make a proper update with you.

My skin was NEVER FLAWLESS. At times, it may look like I have a flawless skin through my photos and videos but I thank the power of make up, camera and good lighting. I have an acne prone skin, oily and sensitive type that started when I was a teenager (3rd year high school to be exact) and the pimples never stop. These pimples leaves red marks and blemishes but those are not my priority since I badly want to "cure" my pimples instead. Over the years, I tried A LOT of different anti-acne products, went to different dermatologist and it did helped somehow. Though once my skin got immune to these products (give it 3-4 years) then that's when the pimple breakouts will start again. Then I begin to look again for products that will help prevent my pimples. During this trial period of trying different products, I'm risking my skin thus making it worst leading to more breakouts.
Today, I'll be sharing with you the things I did to help get rid of my pimples plus tips on how to avoid having one.
1. Start with a good cleanser. Good skincare starts with a good cleanser. Before, I don't focus much on cleansing of the skin thus adding up to the oil production that I have on my skin. Oil starts to build up on my t-zone in about 2 hours thus more oil = clogging of pores = pimples. Now, I make sure to double or triple cleanse my skin.
Here are the products that I use to get rid of the makeup: - Garnier Micellar Water, Aestuera Cleansing Water Here are the products that I use as a 2nd cleanser: - Aestura Theracne365 Bubble Cleanser (light makeup), Peelsu Pure Cleasing Foam (heavy makeup), Garnier Acne Wash And the last products that I use: - Beauche Soap and Acne Care soap
2. Use products with the ingredients like Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid and Retinol. There are a LOT of different anti-acne products in the market that claims to get rid of acne so I make sure to look these ingredients up before I'm convinced. For me, these are the basic ones that should be in an anti-acne product.
3. Personally, use non-too moisturizing products. My current skin is normal to dry and it really takes 10-12 hours before I oil up. No oil production = no build up of bacteria = no pimples. I prefer products that would really strip off the oil on my skin thus leaving it dry. Though at times, my skin looks so rough, dry and dull so I still use moisturizers every 2-3x a week. Personally, I noticed that most of the Korean products are too moisturizing for the Philippine weather (hot and humid). These Korean products are made for Korean weather thus most of their products are moisturizing. Before, moisturizers really makes my skin more oily and thus I experienced having bad breakouts. Now, I choose Korean products carefully.
4. Watch your diet.
5. Sleep on time. I noticed that the more hours I sleep, the less pimple breakouts I have. It also helps to shrink the pimples when you get to sleep for more than 8 hours because the cells regenerate faster when we sleep on time (at night).
6. You can use supplement such as Collagen. As you all know, ORIHIRO COLLAGEN (OLD / NEW) helped to prevent pimple breakouts in 2017 to mid 2018.
7. Use spot treatment to treat the pimples. I rarely get pimples now bu before I used these products to help dry up the pimples faster: AcneCare Lotion, Cosrx Pimple Master Patch, Aestura Theracne Gel Spot Treatment, Althea Spot Treatment
6. Hydrate daily! We need to hydrate daily to replenish fluids and get rid of toxins in the body.
7. When all else fails, you can consult a Dermatologist or asked about Isotretinoin (Accutane/Acnotin/Acnetrex)
I decided to take Acnotin/Isotretinoin because I'm almost on my 30 but still experience cystic breakouts. I've tried everything to treat and prevent these breakouts but it's just getting worst. And I have an EXTREMELY OILY SKIN!!! Having an extremely oily skin is a HUGE FACTOR in getting these cystic pimple breakouts.
Taking this drug is 101% EFFECTIVE!!! I've read that it's under the MOST DANGEROUS DRUGS (used for chemotherapy) but MOST EFFECTIVE when it comes to acne. When taken right, it helps to shrink the oil glands for a long period (long term effects).
I started my first box last December 2018 and saw an improvement by January 2019 so I made an update here:

Then here's my MONTH 5 UPDATE (APRIL 2019)

During my 1st month, I didn't experienced that much side effects except dryness of the face and lips. But during my 2nd month/2nd box (January 2019), I started to experienced side effects such as extreme muscle pain for 2-3 weeks that I had to take a pain killers just because it was too much. I first experienced muscle pain on my right upper back that radiated to the left side on the 2nd day until the pain reached to my upper arms. Also, I was so stressed that time that I rarely drink water. After during A LOT of water for days, the pain finally subsided.
I also noticed extreme dryness of the lips even though I use Petroleum Jelly. Sometimes, I can't open my mouth too wide because the sides might crack. I also have a lot of dry patches on my the skin especially near the mouth. My skin is normal to dry making it dull and lifeless. Not complaining now, I use moisturizers 2-3x a week to give my skin a glow (somehow).
The last time I had a pimple was during the last week of January, just before I had my period. This April, I had a tiny white head that looked like a pimple that eventually dried up in 1-2 days. I love that even when I'm stress or have lack of sleep, there are no pimples at all!
Since I do skincare reviews, I don't breakout anymore at any new product that I use!
Before, during the 8th-9th hour of work, my face looks too oily that I had to blot (using 3-4 blotting papers) then remove my makeup at work then apply another one. Now, I don't "retouch" anymore as I can go for a 16 hour shift without retouching nor using a blotting paper. Though my skin now looks too matte.
Also, before, my t-zone starts to oil up after 2 hours, now my skin starts to oil up (tiny oil) in about 12-14 hours or maybe longer than that. Whenever I blot after a 16 hour shift, I only use half of the blotting paper!

My skin is now way BETTER compared to before though I still have to work on the red marks and blemishes. They actually look like small pimps from afar. My dermatologist recommended me to undergo micro peeling but I haven't tried it yet. I'm still looking for skincare products instead to help me remove the red marks. Love that I don't have to worry my pimples anymore plus I can go barefaced outside now!

(April 2019 - current skin)
Will still make an update when I see changes in the future! And please, before taking this drug, make sure to research very well, read reviews and know your health history. ***This DRUG IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS so you really have to take it with precaution.

I'll always be a LIP-kind-of-girl and my fascination for lipstick/lip color will never stop. There's something about the lip products that draws me in to buy them. I have A LOT of lippies and I rarely finish them thus they're all just sitting on my makeup area for my liking. Today, I got drawn again to a NEW KOREAN LIP PRODUCT which is the INGA Flat Liquid Lipstick (Korean brand).

The INGA Flat Liquid Lipstick is a highly pigmented liquid lipstick that fits the lips perfectly. It has a lightweight slim fit liquid texture. The packaging comes in a classy black box with the photo of the lip color on the other side.

The product itself comes in a SLIM fit tube with a doe foot applicator. The applicator is soft making the product easier to apply on the lips.

It comes in 6 vibrant shades: Wannabe Chili || Carrot Brick || Coral Cocoa || Rose Marsala || Vintage Red || Autumn Rosy
The texture is smooth and it has a matte finish. This liquid lipstick is very easy to apply though you have to immediately spread it as it dries really fast. I love that you use a small amount of this for that ombre velvet finish or a full matte finish.

Weight: 5g Price: ₱730 (Click HERE for direct link)

Swatches: (Click to view FULL photo)

You can watch a FIRST IMPRESSION review I made on my Youtube channel below:

Pros:

- Lightweight

- Easy to apply

- Soft applicator

- Slim and handy

- Wide range of shades

- Long lasting

- Waterproof

- Can be use as an ombre velvet finish or full matte finish

- Easy to remove (with micellar warter or cleansing oil)

Cons:

- Expensive given the amount of product

- Hard to apply (full lip) (personally I'm having a hard time applying ANY liquid lipsticks)

For more info about the INGA Flat Liquid Lipstick, you can head out now to my Hicharis store for more info (and discount!!): https://hicharis.net/imnicolefaller/dHy #Charis #CharisCeleb #IngaFlatLiquidLipstick #Inga #IngaLiquidLipstick @charis_celeb @hicharis_official @ingacosmetics

It's been a while since I last reviewed a foundation since I'm currently using my old BB cream as my everyday-work-makeup (so I don't have any foundation/BB cream to review). I'm almost done with my current BB cream and I badly want to try a new one! A new foundation came right in time just a few weeks ago and I'm so excited to share them with you today!

This is the INGA Cover Fitting Tattoo Foundation with SPF35 PA++ which has high coverage that also provides smooth and natural skin finish. It covers major skin imperfections and you can easily use this foundation with any type of applicator. It has a semi-matte finish and lasts for long time. (It's my first time hearing this brand and the product but brand is from Korea)

The packaging comes in a black box and product itself comes in a black squeeze-typed tube. I like this kind of packaging as I can control the amount of foundation. Everything was written in Korean so I had to research the information about this foundation on the internet. I was expecting that the tube would be huge but it's kind small for me. But no worries, since I think I can easily bring a small foundation around.

It comes in 30 ml and priced for ₱730 each. (Click HERE for direct link)
It comes in 4 shades: 1 Light Vanilla (rosy beige) 1.5 Light Beige (natural to bright beige) 2 Neutral Beige (soft cream beige) 2.5 Healthy Beige (medium beige)
Consistency is creamy and non runny. And provides medium - full build-able coverage and a semi-matte to matte finish. I prefer using a sponge to apply this foundation.

(first layer)

(with concealer)
Longevity: The foundation lasted for more than 16 hours on my face without retouch.
Watch my video review on my Youtube Channel below:

Pros: - Medium to full coverage - Can cover some of my red marks/blemishes - Build able - Lightweight on the skin - Easy to apply - Semi matte finish (which I prefer since I have a combination type of skin) - Handy

Cons: - Pricey for a small tube - Can only be purchased online - Some shades are too light for a Filipina skin Verdict: I was kind of hesitant to try this at first since I'm not familiar with the brand. I haven't seen reviews either. But this foundation exceeded my expectations when it comes to a lot of factors. First, I love how it easily blends on the skin. The coverage provides medium to full finish without that full-makeup look. It has a fresh and natural finish. It feels lightweight on the skin. This is my current everyday makeup and I love how it lasted for more than 16 hours during my shift. Although at times, it becomes cakey especially when exposed to the sun. The price is a little expensive for me given the amount of foundation (30ml). Also, most of the shades are too light for a Filipina skin so I recommend this more for those who are light-morena skin tone.

For more info about the INGA Cover Fitting Foundation, you can head out now to my Hicharis store for more info (and discount!!): https://hicharis.net/imnicolefaller/duv #Charis #CharisCeleb #IngaCoverFittingFoundation @charis_celeb @hicharis_official @ingacosmetics

It's summer here in the Philippines and one might think, should I really use a moisturizer in this hot and humid weather? The answer is YES, OF COURSE! My skin is currently dull and dry due to my acne pills intake since December 2018. I have a super oily skin before and I rarely use moisturizer on a daily basis. Now that my skin is on the normal to dry type, I'm starting to use moisturizers to keep my skin fresh and bright all day!

If you follow me on my blog or on my Youtube channel, I always say that I am very picky when it comes to Korean skincare products as well as Korean moisturizers. Most of the Korean products I've tried are too moisturizing for my liking. I noticed that more moisturizers I use, the more it makes my skin oily thus I experienced breakouts. I choose moisturizers that are not too moisturizing or oily. I prefer the ones that are water based and can easily be absorbed by the skin.
Today, I surprisingly found the PERFECT KOREAN MOISTURIZER for my sensitive skin! Say hello to the Cica Bio-Placenta Cream from the Korean brand Natural Derma Project. They actually use Bio-Water as the main ingredients of their products since it resembles the body fluid that contains amino acid, protein, phospolipid, ceramide, oleic acid, acetyl glutamin and other friendly ingredients meaning, it very hydrating and can be easily absorbed the skin.
The CICA BIO-PLACENTA CREAM is a lightweight calming and hydrating cream that helps to recover and rejuvenate for that smooth and healthy skin. It boosts cell vitalization, helps with the scar healing and soothes the troubled skin. It calms and soothes the redness of the skin. Recommended: Those with uneven skin tone, sensitive skin, acne prone.

*Key Ingredients: Bio-Placenta - helps with skin recovery, healing scars, cell vitalization, increases immunity, improves skin elasticity Centella Asiatica - healing effect Allantoin - soothes and protects the skin Ceramide - prevents skin dehydratio, protects the skin Betaine - natural moisturizing
Ingredients : Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Madecassoside, Betaine, Allantoin, Lecithin, sh-Oligopeptide-1, sh-Oligopeptide-2, sh-Polypeptide-1, sh-Polypeptide-9, sh-Polypeptide-11, Bacillus/soybean/folic acid ferment extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Serine, Acetyl glutamine, Glycine, Ceramide NP, Oleic acid, Sodium PCA, Glycosyl trehalose, Caprylic/Capric triglyceride, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Asiaticoside, Carbomer, Bergamote (Citrus aurantium bergamia) oil, Malachite extract, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium EDTA
Weight : 143g Price: ₱1,950 (Click HERE for direct link)
Packaging: Comes with a white box. It comes in a sturdy matte tun with silver lid. Love the packaging!

The cream is color light green and the texture is watery and has a runny consistency. Love that the cream is water based as it easily absorbed by the skin. It is hydrating and not too moisturizing. Feels like a water with little amount of moisture. It reminds of the I-White Korea moisturizer.

How To Use: Not really sure the exact way to use this but I use this as the last step of my skincare routine every night on my nose, cheeks and chin ONLY for 3-4x a week. I prefer not to use this on my whole face and just focus on the areas I want to improve.

Tips: Better to store this cream on the refrigerator. I love how calming and soothing it feels when its cold. Since this is a very lightweight cream, you can also use this as a base before applying makeup.
Pros: - Watery consistency - Very light on the skin - Can easily be absorbed by the skin - Hydrating - Soothing - Skin feels smooth - No breakouts (so far!)
Cons: - Pricey - Can only be bought online

Again, I am very picky when it comes to moisturizers so I can say that this one is really GREAT since it exceeded my expectations! I never imagined loving a Korean moisturizer that can also be used in a hot and humid weather like the Philippines! Since it is vert lightweight, you can use this in the morning as a base makeup or on the last step of your skincare routine at night. Love how it has the little/right amount of moisture it gives my skin but still hydrates my dull and dry skin. I would recommend this to those who have SENSITIVE skin like mine and for those who have an OILY skin (which prefers not too moisturizing moisturizers). Dry skin type can also love this! Definitely one of my fave Korean moisturizers! Will keep you updated once I see more improvements on my skin :D

For more info about the Natural Derma Project Cica Bio-Placenta Cream, you can head out now to my Hicharis store for more info (and discount!!): https://hicharis.net/imnicolefaller/dB6 #Charis #CharisCeleb #VueDePulang #CicaBioPlacentaCream #NaturalDermaProject @charis_celeb @hicharis_official @naturaldermaproject.official

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