Nature Republic Aloe Vera 90% Soothing Gel

The heat in the country now is unbearable. I don't go out lately especially from mid-morning to the afternoon.  But with this kind of weather, the beach is the best place to go. I haven't been to the beach for almost a year now. Manila has no beach. You have to travel outside the city to get into a beach resort and I don't have the luxurious time to do that :( Hopefully, the office team-building will push through next month (cross-fingers!). Anyway, when going to the beach it's always a must to bring a sunblock. But actually, you need another product to also be your good pal on the beach, a soothing cream. Most soothing cream available in the market is made of Aloe Vera.

Aloe Vera is known for its healing or soothing properties. It is widely used in the cosmetic industry. Products made from it are growing fast. One product I tried is the Nature Republic Aloe Vera 90% Soothing Gel.

Nature Republic Aloe Vera 90% Soothing Gel

• Soothing & Moisture
• contains 90% aloe extract

My say:

Performance: 4.5/5 stars

Packaging: 4/5 stars

Pricing: 5/5 stars

I love this soothing gel. I used this after I went island-hopping in my Bohol vacation last year. It does help in soothing tired skin because it gives that cooling effect that calm your skin. I did not get any sun-burned to attest regarding it capability to soothe burned skin. But to make me feel relax after a day of swimming was enough for me to get it again. There are a lot of use of this gel. According to Nature Republic, you can use it as a moisturizer from head to toe as a replacement for your skin care and body lotion, as a hair treatment, as a cooling eye pad, as a nail essence and even as an after shaving cream. One product with a lot of different uses :) It is non-sticky and absorbs fast by my skin. It comes in a 300ml huge tub! It's not great to bring along on your travel though. I have to put it in a smaller container that fits perfectly in my beauty kit. Well it's fine for me since this cost around Php 300 a tub. It's cheap considering how huge the product is. Definitely a steal! Nature Republic had changed its packaging and it now contains 92% Aloe extract. That's 2% more from the previous one and still with the same price.

So the next time you head to the beach, don't forget to bring a soothing gel. Leave your body lotion or cream and simply use this product. One great product with a lot of uses :)

Nature Republic All Grain Farm Cleansing Oil

Cleansing oil is a must have for my nightly cleansing session. I got hook ever since the first cleansing oil I have used. Its a must to use this since I'm using sunblock and make-up everyday. I have used different brands and this is the first from Nature Republic.

Nature Republic All Grain Farm Cleansing Oil

My say:

Performance: 3/5 stars

Packaging: 4/5 stars

Pricing: 3/5 stars

It's an okay cleanser. It does remove make-up well. However, it leaves an oily feel after using it. It can hurt your eyes. I don't like its quite strong 'grainy-farm' smell. I did not expect the smell of it. However, the smell was tolerable after few times of using it. No irritations nor allergies :) This is the smallest cleansing oil I have used with 100ml. It comes in a plastic-pump bottle. I got this on sale at around PhP 200++ at my suki. I'm not gonna buy this product again. I'm not really happy using this cleansing oil.

Happy Dragon Year to all :)

Nature Republic Eau de Shine Blossom Powder Pact SPF 25 PA++

Powder is essential for an oily babe. It helps reduce the oiliness of the skin plus gives that smooth, clean finish. It also provides a fresh look and feel.However, not all powders can do this. Finding the right one that you can call as HOLY GRAIL is not that easy. I had some powders which works wonders while some were a disappointment. How would I rate the Nature Republic Eau de Shine Powder?

Nature Republic Eau de Shine Blossom Powder Pact #21

- a long-lasting, oil-free matte powder foundation -

My say:

Performance: 2/5 stars

Pricing: 2/5 stars

Packaging: 3/5 stars

This is not the first powder I tried from this brand. Sad to say, both were a disappointment. No matte finish at all. This is a terrible powder. However, it didn't gave me any allergies plus it comes with an SPF 25 :) At least I got some sun protection. I think they have a new packaging for this. I'm not quite sure if this is still available since I can't find it in their site. But I'm not gonna buy this again.The packaging is cute but its hard to look for a back up puff for this since we don't have (yet) a Nature Republic store here. I bought this on sale for Php 575 at again my suki. 

How's the first day of the week?!? Keep the positive vibes coming :)

Nature Republic Age Slick Gradation Blusher

I've only started to love make-up when I started doing office work. It's a norm to wear make-up in the office. It gives that professional aura that you need when you are facing your boss or colleagues. However, I don't wear heavy make-up. Light make-up is always my option. I seldom wear eyeshadow but I love blushes. I love the simple glow in my cheeks. I have always been a user of one-color-shade blushes until I saw the Nature Republic Age Slick Gradation Blusher from my suki.

Nature Republic Age Slick Gradation Blusher in No.1 Pink Collection

it offers two complimentary , rich, luxurious cheek colors

swatches from bottom to top from left to right

My say:

Performance: 4/5 stars

Packaging: 4/5 stars

Pricing: 3/5 stars

The simplicity of this blush makes me love it. I love all the colors. Its a good everyday blush because its very subtle. It is not pigmented so you need to brush your cheek at least three times for the product to really show. But two swipes on my cheeks is already good for me. I like blusher that comes in different colors. You can play with the colors to show different blush colors. One-color blusher can be boring at times so its good to have a blusher like this. No irritation nor allergies when using this. The packaging is made of plastic and a bit boring. It's a bit bulky if you have a smaller purse or make-up bag. I like how they made a separate compartment for the brush and the product itself. At least in this way you can make sure to keep the product clean :) I paid Php460 for this product and it was on sale. The price is okay but I think I'll look for another brand to try.

It's been raining since last week. Be safe everyone :)

Nature Republic Chestnut Pore Laser Fluid

Happy Friday y'all! Skin dilemma will always be a concerned in my part. Dealing with skin issue everyday is not easy. When will the time when I don't have to worry with my skin condition?!? Hopefully soon :p Today I'll review one skincare that I'm almost done with. This took me a long time to finish up.

Nature Republic Chestnut Pore Laser Fluid

• Sebum -controlling emulsion that help tighten the pores
• formulated with MD 102 Water; MD Water is Nature Republic's special, medicinal blend of purified waters collected from renowned sources around the world and extracts from the finest natural ingredients using their patented Nanophospholipid Liposome Drug Delivery Technology.

My say:

Performance: 2/5 stars

Packaging: 2/5 stars

Pricing: 3/5 stars

I got this together with the Nature Republic Hair Products. Boy, I was so surprised to see how huge the products were. They were just few but they were big. I also had the AC Blemish Lab Moisturizer (which I'll review soon) which also comes in a huge bottle. The bottles where design well but they were just really huge and heavy since they were made of glass except for the hair products. Good thing, Nature Republic had just recently revamped all their products design. They were slimmer though longer but at least they don't look fat (hehehe!). This line comes in  three types: toner, fluid and a balm. I only got the fluid one since I'm in need of a  good moisturizer in my cheek area (they tend to be dry) at the same time that will lessen the oiliness and shrink my huge pores. It comes in a white, fluid-type texture. You really just need a little amount for your entire face. This is a disappointment :( I've been using this for more than three-months and nothing had change. My pores were still big and it doesn't even help in keeping those oils at bay. However, it is moisturizing enough since my dry cheeks doesn't end up flaky. It didn't gave me new bumps (I still get one but only during my periods). Good thing I got this on sale or else it will be a waste of money. Repurchase?!? Nah!!! :)

Happy weekend :)

Nature Republic Scalsys Shampoo And Conditioner

Keeping my hair healthy is important to me. Healthy hair means beautiful hair :) No doubt about it! That is why I'm always on the constant look for hair products that will work wonders on my crowning glory. Of course I have to ask myself first: what is my hair problem or issue? 

My hair has always been bad to me. I have thick, dry, wavy hair before I got it rebonded. Right now my hair is showing signs of curliness (it's time for a visit to my salon), dryness and thinning. Yes, I'm having some hair loss problem :( Aside from this my scalp is oily and easily get dandruff :( So I need a shampoo and conditioner that fights dandruff, moisturize my hair and keep it strong. I don't need a shampoo that promises straighter hair (for the curliness) when you know that it won't straighten it at all. I also need something to tame those untamed ones. Did I found one? Well, today I'll review hair products, shampoo and conditioner to be specific, that's been lying in my cabinet for awhile. If I didn't clean my cabinet like two-weeks ago, I wouldn't find this at all nor remember it. I think it is waiting to be reviewed (hehehe!).

 Nature Republic Scalsys Refresh Shampoo and Conditioner

Hair products line based with herbal extracts that heals and nourishes damaged scalp.

My say

Performance: 2/5 stars

Packaging: 2/5 stars

Pricing: 3/5 stars

Nature Republic had a massive summer sale last June 2010. I got this on sale (I'm not sure if its 30% or 50% off) via one of my fave online store: kkochipida. Since I have been having issue on my oily scalp at that time, I was on hunt on new hair products for scalp problem. Good thing this was on sale so I grabbed the opportunity then. So how was it? Since I was very much accustomed to the minty feel of using Head and Shoulder Green Menthol Shampoo, I was expecting for a minty feel too upon application. I was disappointed because there weren't that much minty action. Well I can't blame it since it did not say any cool menthol included. Probably because of the word Refresh on its name. That freshness after using it, wasn't really a fresh feeling but it was okay. The conditioner is also okay in moisturizing my hair. But then I need more especially the lower part due to dryness :( Over all this is just an okay shampoo but in getting those dandruff away is a no-no. I think my trusty Head and Shoulder is still on top. Though I have used one from Elianto before but I forgot to review it since my sister took it without my permission from my cabinet. The next thing I know its empty :( But the few times I used it, I did like it. I'll probably get one soon :) As for the packaging, I did not expect this to be that huge or should I say stout. The bottom part of the bottle is rounded that makes it huge and doesn't really fits inside my little bath basket :( If only they'll just make it slimmer and taller rather than short yet stout :-/ It comes in a pump-type bottle.

As I am writing this, the news on the devastation of a tsunami due to the 8.9-magnitude earthquake that hits Japan is everywhere. I pray for the Japanese people to be able to find strength to stand up again. Though I know they can :) Be safe everybody!

Nature Republic Blemish Lab AC Powder

Powder is very important for an oily girl like me. It helps in keeping the skin matte and oil-free, at least half-the-day?!? Finding the right stuff is not that easy. I have used different brand of powder. Some satisfied me while others were a disappointment. But today  let me share to you my thoughts on the Nature Republic Blemish Lab Powder Pact.

 Nature Republic Blemish Lab AC Powder Pact SPF 30 PA++

Shade #21

blemish therapy line formulated with a non-irritating, potent pending pure vegetable extracts and AC complex, which treats acne and soothe breakouts

My say:

Performance: 3.5/5 stars

Packaging: 4/5 stars

Pricing: 3/5 stars

I'm so disappointed with this product. This is a product I won't getting again. This didn't help much with the oiliness of my skin. After a couple of hours using my skin is oily again. I was expecting this to be a good powder since it caters to those with blemish skin like mine. I think they did not taken into consideration the oily issue. Good thing this didn't broke me out nor any skin allergies :) Plus this powder helps in keeping away harmful rays from the sun thanks to its SPF 30. A good protection when you are staying indoor. Otherwise, you shouldn't have to rely on this and forget your sunblock. This has a low sun protection. I really like the design of this pact. It's so cool yet very feminine. The only downside is the puff. It's so hard to find a puff for this powder since most powder pact available here are either in round or square shape. I think I bought this at around Php 700 staright from Korea through a pre-order from Charmaine. I'm not getting this again since it can't keep my skin matte or oil-free at least for 4-hours. There are better powder out there and ones that I have already tried. I have already a new powder from Nature Republic also with the same style of packaging. Will give my thoughts on it soon :) 

Today is the last day of January 2011. God, time flies so fast! Enjoy :)