Mieza Everdeen

As a believer of mask wonders to the skin, I have always been trying different types of masks be it mask packs or sheet masks. I have oily combination skin and therefore my preference is inclined towards clay mask, mud mask and hydrating gel masks, all in tubes because I rarely find sheet masks entertaining.

I have long learned about the existence of oxygenating mask and as far as I can remember, I might have tried it once a few years back but I really can't remember what brand it was. Thanks to b.liv who just introduced their latest skin saving product, I am now loaded with opinions regarding their O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask and Nano Bio-Cellulose Mask Sheet.

Lets start with the O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask first! b.liv claims that their O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask is a purifying mask that combines oxygen bubble and rice powder to brighten and enliven complexion. This O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask is made up of three main ingredients which are oxygen bubble for purifying the skin, rice powder that acts as brightening agent, and red soft beads for mild exfoliating. 

Who needs this mask? Well, for someone who is looking to achieve radiant and fresh looking skin, this O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask is the right choice for you. It promotes cell regeneration, production of collagen and with disciplined use, it can help your skin to enhance the absorption and effectiveness of other skincare products that you layer on your skin.

Keep in mind that it is important for users to know proper handling and storage of this O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask. You definitely want your precious mask pack to be in good condition until its last drop, right? Here's some storage tips for b.liv O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask:

1. Ensure the jar is always properly closed with its inner lid
2. Due to the O2 bubble formulation, expect cheese holes on the product. It's natural, no worries!
3. Use the spatula provided for hygiene purpose and to avoid product contamination
4. Avoid using your fingers to scoop out the product as it may cause the mask to bubble up

The O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask is fairly easy to use. Just scoop the mask out with the spatula provided (don't dip your fingers into the tub, it's unhygienic) and smooth it out on your face, avoiding mouth and eye area. One thing I learned after a few times of using this mask on my face, it oxygenates fast, means it went bubbly very very fast so please massage the mask out on your face at a fair speed. You'll want to sit back and stare at your own reflection while the mask bubbles up and turns frothy, or you just wanna relax and enjoy the fizzy sensation on your face for 5-10 minutes. When the bubbling has stopped, gently massage the mask off your face and wash off with lukewarm water. I prefer to use a dampened washcloth because using hands only made me spare an extra effort to get all the slippery layer of this mask off my skin. 

Well, it is safe for me to say that my skin is loving this O2 Bubbly Bright Oxygenating Mask because so far I have not experienced any adverse reactions to it. My skin felt smooth and super clean every time after I used this mask, and there was no redness or itchiness either. In terms of brightening, I can see that it does give a bright skin effect after use. Maybe with super disciplined, long-term dedication towards using this mask will help someone to get a brighter skin tone. Do give it a try!

Now let's move to their second, more convenient and less hassle product which is the Nano Bio-Cellulose Mask Sheet. They have three variants and they come in a box of 4 pcs, retailing at RM129/box :

Tips to enjoy your sheet mask more, store them in your fridge to ensure a cooling sensation. I did this all the time and I love spending 15-20mins having the mask soaking its rich serum onto my skin with that icy coolness. It is a good therapy after a long day but don't fall asleep with the mask on your face till morning :p This nano bio-cellulose masks have displayed clinically proven results. Those using the Hydrate Away Moisturizing bio-cellulose mask reported an increase of skin hydration level by 15.6% after 2 hours of single use. After 4 hours of single use, it is reported that skin hydration level increased by 16.1%, isn't that wonderful? *results based on an independent clinical study, individual may vary

I would rate this Nano Bio-Cellulose Mask Sheet a 4/5 because I honestly love everything about it. The fit is perfect on my face, it doesn't slip when I walked around my room with the sheet mask on my face, it delivers what it promised (for the soothing mask, at least to my skin) and all in all, it definitely feels like a lavish masking experience ^_^

If you're interested to buy these masks, you can get them at SASA outlets nationwide or online beauty stores like Hermo, Lazada and 11street. Use my discount code MIEZA25 upon checkout to get 25% off when you purchase from b.liv online store. Thanks for reading and have fun masking!

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Good, coz you're about to book the day for an unforgettable run that will test your endurance and sportsmanship in an Instagram-worthy way! A little birdie hopped on to my shoulder and told me that the one and only military concept obstacles run in Malaysia named the Warriors Challenge is making their second appearance in 2017 and you can't miss it this time.

The second instalment of 2017 will commence on 11.11.2017 at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) from 8am to 2pm. Fret not, the race has no minimum cut-off time because they want you to take your time, enjoy and finish the race safely ;) Well, I was there during their first edition and lemme tell you, 6 hours time given is way more than enough for a anyone to finish the courses! Organised by Persatuan Veteran Angkatan Tentera Malaysia along with UPNM, this event is fully backed and supported by Angkatan Tentera Malaysia and the Ministry of Defense. Seeing the monstrous support they have, it's no surprise that the event will be officiated by no other than our Ministry of Defense, YB Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Tun Hussein.

If you've always wanted to try any of those military obstacles courses, now is the time because not every day an opportunity like this will come. The motive of Warriors Challenge 2017 being held is to let the public to experience first hand on how our army force trains, to test their mental and physical strengths to finish the run and well, to have fun in a healthy way ^_^ Warriors Challenge 2017 is also meant to trigger contestants to remember the sacrifices made by our armies in safeguarding national security all these years. For your information, a part of the registration fee will be contributed to Tabung Pahlawan, which has been set-up to help army veterans, widows of the service members who perished in action, and any of them who are in need. So remember, you're not only participating an obstacles run, you're also helping people in need, in a form of indirect sadaqah/charity :)

So, curious to know the challenges that will be faced by participants? Here's what you can expect :

Warriors Challenge Website | Warriors Challenge Official Facebook Page

It has been two years since I first learned about Althea and look at them now, oh how well they've grown in an absurdly short span and how known they are across the globe! In conjunction of their recent 2nd birthday, I was among the lucky ones to be given the opportunity to splurge on some Althea goodies and here's an unboxing post about my Althea birthday loots ^_^

I'm fairly happy to see that the pack is resealable. I can worry less about contamination since the smaller packs aren't resealable. 

Another item that I got from Dr Belmeur line is the Spot Calming Ampoule, which is supposed to work as acne banishing serum. Chucking an item this expensive into my cart was a real bet as I dont know whether it will work or not on my skin. As you all might already know, skincare is a tough try. Some might work well on some people and some might turn out useless on some people. 

I never tried any eye patches in my entire life before so I decided to bag one home and try whether it is worth the hassle or not. I'm attracted to this Petitfee Ruby & Bulgarian Rose eye patch not only because the price is cheap but also because I'm a sucker for bulgarian rose scent and because the packaging is pink. Yeah I know, it sounds so typical when a girl loves pink..

I saw a chocolate mask review from Sabrina Tajudin's blog and I thought why not try this one too even though it's a different brand. Actually I just wanna try something chocolaty on my face, haha! This Wonde Ruci Cacao Brightening Mask is suitable for people with pore problems and wants to remove dead skin layer in a sweet way. When it says brightening please dont think that I'm a white skin wannabe, coz I was born Malay and no, our ethnic does not have porcelain white skin. 

The disclaimer that I saw on Althea's website claimed that this mask can be used daily as it is a multi-function mask. Maybe I'll try using it daily for a few consecutive weeks and see how it fares. The mask is very sticky and it smells so heavenly chocolatey up to the extent that I wish I can spread it on bread and have it for supper XD

So yeah, that's all about my latest Althea 2nd birthday haul and I plan to do individual reviews on the items above as I have been enjoying them for some time and I have a fair share of final verdicts to tell. Will update the reviews as soon as I can and thanks for reading!

Regardless of gender, it is everyone's dream to own a clear, spotless complexion. Some say a clear complexion gives them a boost of confidence, some say they want to look effortlessly presentable, some just want to have good skin so that they have one less thing to worry about. As someone who is currently battling a sudden attack of adult acne, I am one of those who is still in a constant battle to get rid of these nasty dark acne marks on my face. 

I was recently introduced to Nanowhite skincare by a concerned friend, and the range comes with 4 products specially designed to help in enhancing skin's fairness without stripping it off moisture and at the same time helps to lighten dark spots and skin discoloration. 

Mamonde Malaysia is now available online through its latest partnership with 11street, one of Malaysia's biggest online marketplace. With this latest announcement, Mamonde lovers now no longer need to leave the comfort of their house to get their favourite products as it can now be ordered online and delivered to their doorsteps.

Not only that, shoppers will get to enjoy purchasing exclusive online only products such as Rose Water Toner 500ml, AC Balance Spot Serum 15ml, AC Balance Spot Patch (12 patches) and the Colour Tone Up Base 30ml (01-Green & 02-Purple).

Not only that, Mamonde is also having a special June sale on 11street to celebrate their official launch online and below are the available offers :

On top of its 5 beauty counters in AEON 1 Utama and AEON Mid Valley in the Klang Valley, AEON Bukit Indah and AEON Tebrau City in Johor and AEON Queensbay Mall in Penang now, Mamonde Malaysia launched the sale of its products on 11street for the convenience of customers who prefer online shopping.

Shoppers on 11street are advised to look out for deals by Mamonde Malaysia to enjoy not only the convenience of online shopping but also value purchases, quality assurance, exclusive gifts and workshop opportunities. Be sure to look for products listed under Mamonde Malaysia (with the logo below to ensure authenticity) when ordering your Mamonde products.