May 2015 BDJ Box Review

These are the items I got from my May BDJ Box. I've been quite busy so it took me some time before I actually got to use these products. Disclamer: Well these are actually just first impressions rather than an in depth <big word XD> review.

The first product I've tried was the  Aloe Derma Pure Aloe Vera Gel. It's the first time I've seen the product so I was curious.

I smelled it and it heavily smells of plastic so I was turned off and gave it away to my sister.

Then I saw her applying it because she told me it's good for insect bites and it so happened I had these rashes which were very itchy. The moment I applied it, I was instantly relieved. It felt good and soothened the itching. It made me think if I should take it back but meh XD. The smell is almost neglible when you apply it.

The next thing I tried was the Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Whitening Serum Cream with SPF19/PA+++.

It smells nice and I think it should be used as a day cream but I used it the other night just because. It's light and not as oily as other creams but I noticed something like a grayish cast probably because of the spf content so I was glad I didn't use it on day time.

Next is the Nivea 3in1 Exfoliating Wipes. I like this better than the other variant. This one is for oily/impure skin <i have super oily skin..figures>

 It has two sides <obviously>.
The soft side is for cleansing and removing make up which works really well as you can see below.

 yuck >_<

The peeling side is used for exfoliating.

This one is the other variant. It's not included in the box but I got it during the nivea sale.

 This one is for dry and sensitive skin.

It's good to moisturize your skin but if you're like me with oily skin the other one is better. I love bringing it during travels. Very handy and easy to use for freshening up. I just wish it had more sheets inside.

Colgate Optic White. I tried the diamond white thing before too which works really well. The paste is blue, and blue is whiter than white so I think it creates the impression of a whiter teeth. This one is more like the normal toothpaste. Too early to tell results.

Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Brightening Scrub. It's foamy with a few scrubbing beads. It leaves the skin squeaky clean and whiter in just one wash. Unfortunately not the 'healthy white' I'd like it to be but the 'you have too much powder on your face' white. Probably because the rest of my body was still tan.

Dermal Masks. I was supposed to use the brightening one but since the garnier facial scrub already did it's job, I used the nutrition-moisturizing one instead.

I've only ever used watson's collagen mask and the freebies I got when I shopped at myeongdong which smells really nice.

This is me looking like a zombie with the facial mask. It has a cooling effect and only has a subtle smell.

I know I said these would go into my travel pouch but I was curious so I talked myself into using at least one of the body wash. I used the Rose Scented <pink> one. A little goes a long way and it smells like well.. roses.

FS Powder Blush. Haven't used it yet.

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultrahydrating Lotion. I can't bring myself to use them because they're too cute. XD

Cure Natural Aqua Gel. This one I'm planning to use the next few weeks. 

I'll update once I've used the rest of the products.

Kiss Dry Goodbye! May BDJBox Unboxing

Kiss Dry Goodbye! Keep Shining Beautiful One! is BDJBox's theme for the month of May 2015. The last box of my 3 month subscription. :(

So what do have here? Another box full of goodies ^_^

Mostly they are hydrating and whitening items which will help you recover from the effects of summer.

Colgate Optic White in 100g tube PHP115x2

Well there is the word whitening? and shine? XD 

Aloe Derma Pure Aloe Vera Gel 45g PHP280

First time I've seen it. Smells like glue if you smell it from the tube.

Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Whitening Serum Cream with SPF19/PA+++ 50ml PHP 265

phew.. that was a mouthful. 

Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Brightening Scrub 50ml PHP84

Lightening products from Garnier just what I need. I'm excited to try them.

Nivea 3in1 Exfoliating Wipes 20sheets PHP140

I have the cleansing variant of this which I find convenient bringing during travels.

FS Powder Blush 6.2g PHP350

I was quite disappointed with the color but we'll see how I can work with it.

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultrahydrating Lotion

I can already see them in my travel pouch.

Dermal Masks PHP70 x 3

I love masks!

Pure Savon Body Wash and Himawari Shampoo and Conditioner

These will go to my travel pouch as well hoho.

Cure Natural Aqua Gel

I've seen this somewhere before. It's 90% water but it has good reviews and considering the price tag for something 90% water I'm really cure-ious.

The total amount of full sized items was PHP1559. I don't think adding the price of samples will reach the usual 2k mark though. Nonetheless these are really good products I would like to try and I'll probably write a separate review blog like last time. :)

BDJ Box Unboxing: March: Ponds Exclusive

This is my first ever BDJ (Belle de Jour) Box. I purchased it last December and the earliest box I was able to get was already for March. That's how in demand they are! Anyway I totally forgot about it and was surprised to get a call from LBC about the delivery of the box. I had it delivered at my home province so I had to wait until the weekend before I got my hands on the box.

The contents of the box is supposed to be a surprise but since I got the call I can't help but be curious so I ended up knowing what's inside already through other unboxing posts XD.

But of course knowing and actually having the items are two different things. I was like a kid on Christmas opening her present (which technically it is my Christmas present to myself which came really late XD)

Anyhow, it's a Ponds Exclusive Box with full sized products. Wow!

Pearl Cleansing Gel 100g (PHP155) & 50g (PHP85) tubes

The New Pond’s Pearl Cleansing Gel contains Pearl Essence known to whiten skin and an oxygenated formulation which refreshes and cleanses effectively without drying skin. Because of its mild formulation that locks in moisture, the Pond’s Pearl Cleansing Gel is suitable for sensitive skin.

Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Cream 50g (PHP340)

As skin renewal hits its peak at night, use Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Treatment, a regeneration night cream enriched with GenActiv™ that repairs skin damage, lightens and evens out dark spots while you sleep.

Flawless White Dewy Rose Gel 50g (PHP399)

Pond's Dewy Rose Gel is the first expert whitening product that comes in a refreshing gel, formulated by the Pond's Institute. It goes deep within the skin and is clinically proven to lighten dark spots and smoothen pores. Its unique gel formula is gentle to the touch, instantly cools and hydrates your skin. The result? Dewy, soft skin so flawless, it glows!

Flawless White Ultra Luminous Serum 30ml (PHP480)

Now you can unlock flawless, radiant skin in just 7 days! With 9X more radiance power in a single drop* and the power of GenActiv™, this layering serum interrupts the skin’s melanin cycles to reduce stubborn dark spots and discolouration in one week.

Flawless White BB+ Cream (PHP299) x 2 (light & beige)

The Pond’s Institute developed Pond’s Flawless White BB+ Cream—a whitening cream and lightweight foundation in one—giving both skin care and makeup benefits. Use Pond’s BB+ Cream to achieve a flawless, no-makeup look.

Total Cost of Products in the box: PHP2047

(Prices based on Zalora)

What I paid for it (BDJ Box Cost): PHP580

I haven't tried any of these products but based on the descriptions they look pretty promising. I will try them for a week (Ponds 7 day challenge) and let you know how it goes.

UPDATE: I gave most of these away except for the dewy rose gel and beige bb cream which I still use from time to time. The products would have been great except they broke me out soo.. not for me.. my mom uses them though and she seems okay with it.