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Beautyzip: LA Launch Party


I had the pleasure of attending Beautyzip's recent launch party at the Resident in downtown LA. Upon arriving to the event, I was immediately impressed by the branding and creative direction. Maggie Chan, Social Media and Marketing Manager for Beautyzip, welcomed the influencers with a warm introduction and the overall mission for the shop.

If you're a busy bee like me, Beautyzip is where I'd recommend for all your skincare needs! Dedicated to curate the best products for your skin and hair, Beautyzip introduces a better way of living through using natural and healthy ingredients.


Who believes that all beauty products are made equal? I definitely don't. Even with beautiful product images and compelling marketing strategies, certain brands are not 100% sincere about the effects they advertise for their consumers.

This is where Beautyzip comes in for a change. 

With countless brands in the market, Beautyzip is the perfect channel that stations only products that do good for our body. Two of the notable, healthy brands under the shop are Da Vinci Hair Care and Dermalogica. Both of which are honest brands that aim to provide the best for their customers. Having tried Da Vinci in the past (see reviews here and here), I passionately support their objective and promise of hair revival and treatment. Same with Dermalogica, I noticed a huge difference in my skin on hydration and sensitivity after just one use of their products. Eliminating the hassle of research and a tiresome shopping experience, Beautyzip offers a one-stop shop to bring us natural and organic products with awesome, healthy benefits.


If you're acne prone and skin-sensitive like me, I'd head over to Beautyzip for a quick browse on any products that you are looking to switch out from your normal routine! If their products are good enough for my skin, it's definitely good for those with normal skin! Not to mention, Beautyzip has a K-Beauty section that houses all of my new favorite products. Have at it!

Event photos by Maggie Chan

Published on 08 July

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Discover Korean Skincare: Ohlolly


From having many years of acne, I've tried all types of commercialized skincare that completely dried my face out and left deep sad scars, making it hard for me to recover. With all the Youtube videos on cleansing and healing, the ones that always intrigued me were Korean skincare. I can't believe it took me over fifteen years to finally give its cleansing method a shot!

Ohlolly, started by two sisters early last year, aims to curate the best beauty and skincare products to their customers. With pages dedicated to Why Korean Skincare? and a detailed Beauty Routine, the sisters make the promise on offering the best from the market and customers having the best skin in mind.

Shortly learning about Ohlolly, I was introduced to the Gentle Cleansing Duo by Huxley, featuring a cleansing gel and a cleansing water.

"Huxley is a skincare brand that takes the natural value of skin as its top priority. Huxley provides solutions for skin suffering from harmful environmental elements and stress in urban areas. The key ingredient, certified-organic Sahara prickly pear cactus seed oil, is carefully sourced in Morocco. Hand-selected and cold-pressed to procure the maximum benefits, this precious ingredient is antioxidant-rich, highly nourishing and anti-aging. Huxley stands for true beauty." - Ohlolly

First of all, the packaging is absolutely gorgeous. It's chic, it's minimal, it's perfect. I'm usually not one to be blown away by a fancy box but as soon as I laid my eyes on it, I was hooked. Peeling back the sticker to gently lift the top (oh how I love beautiful things!), I feel just how smooth the bottles are. As soon as I open the cap or pump the bottle, I immediate smell delicious, fresh pears. The message on the bottle reads "Great things never came from comfort zones." It's true and I love that.

Be Clean, Be Moist Cleansing Gel
The gel is extremely nourishing and it feels like my face is being cleansed and moisturized at the same time. Stress and the environment definitely make my skin react in the worst way. Luckily the gel also helps balance the pH. If I have an oily complexion or an itching pimple, I would use the cleansing gel to wash my face and the irritating symptoms would go away like magic.

Be Clean, Be Moist Cleansing Water
The water works like a mild toner for me. It smells like apple juice and it never irritates or stings my skin when I use it. Right after I wash my face, I would let my skin drink up the cleansing water to remove any traces of impurities and lock in added antioxidants. My face feels so soft, supple and young with the duo. I'm happy to say that both Huxley bottles are now my everyday cleansing routine.

To Use:
AM Soak a cotton pad with Cleansing Water and sweep across the entire face gently. Rinsing is optional. OR, mix a small amount of Cleansing Gel with water for a refreshing foam cleanse. Follow with toner, serum and moisturizer. Don’t forget SPF!
PM Double cleanse. First, use the Water to remove makeup and sunscreen. Next, use the Gel for a more thorough cleanse. Follow with toner, serum and moisturizer.


Another cleansing activity I like is exfoliating once a week. I discovered Apple Smoothie Peeling Gel by Mizon, a gentle exfoliator for sensitive skin like mine. Only taking about a minute to use, I rub pea-size amount all over my face and the product quickly dissolves and peels away dead skin every corner. I run my problem areas with the gel a couple times to make sure it's digging deep for dirt trapped in my pores. Did I mention how amazing it smells? It smells just like apples and it is infused with fruit extracts to help tackle your skin issues. Thank goodness for this easy solution.

To Use:
After cleansing, apply a proper amount of peeling gel to damp face avoiding eyes and mouth and gently massage with fingertips. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Overall, I would highly recommend looking into Ohlolly if you are new to Korean skincare like me. Their store has made it easier for me to find products that are narrowed down and curated for sensitive, acne prone skin.  Besides being an authorized retailer for the brands they represent, Ohlolly often has great promos and discounts for their customers. With 10% off your first purchase and free shipping over $50, it's so easy to get your beauty routine started. Now you can probably guess where I'm headed for my skincare refills!

Published on 24 June

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JUS

We rung in the new year with not only positive vibes but also fitness and health goals in mind. Introducing Jus by Julie, a very delicious juice cleanse that is packed with essential nutrients with fruits and veggies that are blended by hand! Not to mention, they are fairly inexpensive compared to organic hipster brands I see in LA.
From a single-day cleanse to a full-out detox, Jus is excellent in giving your body what it needs without suffering taste! With 25 bottle selections, Jus cleansing never gets boring. If I have to choose, my favorite Jus is definitely the Chia Berry!
 
Each bottle has 16 oz. and it is enough to fill you up for a meal. It takes me about 15 minutes to drink one and I take huge sips. The Chia Berry bottle is packed with strawberry, pomegranate, lemon, sweet agave and a bit of chia seeds for a protein and fiber boost. Not only it's delicious, it also fills me up for the afternoon.
Jus also offers booster shots with superfoods that your body loves! My favorite booster is the Ginger Citrus. It stings really bad when you drink it but it actually helps your immune system, aids metabolism and fights off cold and flu symptoms! I'm mostly attracted by its anti-inflammatory properties given that I'm always stressed from working and little sleep.

Be sure to grab your own Jus cleanse and take advantage of their new year promotion below! Free shipping is included.

*Promo code 'NEWYEAR99' for a 3-Day Cleanse for $99 and 3 protein juices
*Promo code 'JUICES17' to get any 3 juices for $17

As always,
Cece

Published on 04 January

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Da Vinci Hair Event


Oh how I adore Da Vinci! I was very honored to attend their first influencer event at the Stereoscope Coffee shop. The event was filled with delicious baked goods, refreshing lattes and of course, a deep dive into the holy grail of hair. Maggie, the social media manager of Da Vinci, did a fantastic job by creating a close-knit environment where the bloggers could share about the details of their journey. With a warming atmosphere and thoughtful treats, I was excited to learn more about Da Vinci's origins and its long-term goals.

Following my review with the Hydrate collection (see here), I was grateful to go home with the Keratin collection via the Box of Happiness. The quality of the shampoo plus conditioner were as excellent as the Hydrate bottles. The Keratin set exceeded my expectations on hair care. Ever since I started incorporating Da Vinci into my shower routine, I noticed a drastic difference in the strength of my hair and its overall health. Both Hydrate and Keratin are exceptional collections but I recommend grabbing Keratin if you are looking to bring your damaged hair back to life. The Keratin bottles feature a blend of chia seeds that aim to help repair thinning hair and prevent scalp infection. If you're wondering it's a miracle in a bottle... well, it definitely is! Plus, did I mention that it smells incredible??

A little side history....
I always had to chop a huge chunk of my hair off because I could not figure out how to deal with the dryness. It didn't matter what climate I lived in (moist and humid or cold and dry), I always had frustrating brittle ends that never made it! As you know, long hair is my signature look. Thankfully those days are over with the discovery of Da Vinci.

Shop all the hair care collection here: https://www.davincicolor.com/shop/
Grab a gift set for your loved ones!: https://www.davincicolor.com/gift-box/

Be sure to use promo code 'MERRY' for 20% off your $100+ purchase! I promise you, your hair will thank you.

Photos by Maggie Chan

As always,
Cece

Published on 18 December

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