December Manicure

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

I'm ringing in 2022 with this nail set:

• Base Coat - essie all in one base coat base
  
• Color - OPI not like the movies (did 2 coats)
  
• Top Coat - Sally Hansen Dries Instantly Top Coat
  

Cold Weather Hair Care

I love Autumn (yay foliage!) and Winter (yay snow!), but ugh my hair doesn't 😑 

 

Specifically my dandruff re-appears every time the weather drops below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (probably due to the cold air, and dry indoor heat).

Yet, there was breakthrough this week from a recent trip to Ulta's clearance shelves. Cue: Phyto's Squam Intense Exfoliating Treatment Shampoo

Only ~$7 after tax, so I thought I'd give it a try. Also, if it didn't work, Ulta's return policy allows for a full refund!

You squeeze it onto your dry scalp in multiple sections and then massage it into your scalp. Let it soak for 5-7 minutes before rinsing, and voila your itchy scalp is gone!

Only con: this formula has a VERY strong scent that I don't enjoy (think traditional Chinese medicine). But this product's SO effective that I can't wait to use it again in 2 weeks!

Innisfree Jeju Pomegranate Serum Review

I was on the look-out for a new serum, since my previous one (Enzo Laszlo Hydra-Therapy Skin Revitalizer Serum) was running-out.

I often shop Marshalls/TJ Maxx (aka Marmaxx) for discounted skincare, because they usually have cheap Asian skincare products.

 I wasn't looking to purchase this specific serum, however, this 3 pack of Innisfree Jeju Pomegranate Revitalizing Serum was discounted to $19, so I couldn't resist!

Innisfree is a well-known Korean brand, which is why I bought these serums without doing any skin testing or review reading.  I did check the expiration year, which is 2023, so it'll last!

I paid ~$20 after tax for three 50 ml bottles, which is a steal for ~$7/bottle! As skincare lovers know, most big name Korean serums retail for double digits.

The bottle is a bright red, and the scent is not overpowering. I may gift a bottle to my mum or sis for Christmas or Chinese New Year!

UPDATE: I've been using it for a couple weeks now and haven't broken out. It's viscous and absorbs quickly, so I feel my skin is hydrated.  Time will tell if it improves skin’s elasticity, clarity and wrinkles.