Life is good.. ^^

Hey-lloo.. everybody!

How are you guys and girls doing out there? ^^ Doing great I hope..

This is my first post after being absence for months, and yes I do admit I miss blogging and especially you my blogging friends.. T_T 

While my hiatus these several month, I’ve been juggling my 2 lives here in Jakarta and my hometown, I’m still doing my job at the company and also at college so you can see I got my hands full right here. But in my busy and hectic days, I always have the urge to write a blog post again.. But then I thought well, I just don’t have the time to do it no more, but nooo… My passion for blogging is way bigger! I just can’t stop being here and re-connect with all of you.. :) 

Although I don’t have a product review now (I will soon), but I do come with 2 pictures! 

This is what I recently bought, the aromatherapy oil burner made of glass, so beautiful you have to see this. Usually I see the one made of clay or something like that, but this one is made of complex glass-like-crystal, I bought it the moment I saw it.. :D

Great for Christmas, yes? So lovely! ^^

 

And don’t forget my new fave cake! Not so new actually, hehe.. The Blackforest Cheesecake from Secret Recipe! Looks yummy, right?? I’m falling in love, I’m having a relationship with my cheesecake.. *dramatic sigh ala Julia Robert*

 

You know, this is what I wanted to share with you, my dear reader, although there are many people said: oh this is too hard for you! or why don’t you just pick one and concentrate on it? Or this painful one that said I’m not gonna succeed cause I’m not good enough.. Well, you know something? Why can’t I have the best of both worlds? Why living my life out of ‘your’ standard? I am me, and if I have to deal with this condition, I’ll live my life to the fullest! I’m pushing myself to the limit and despite what the others may think about me, I’m just grateful with all the blessings that God gave me with all my family and friends who support me along the way.. Thank You..

Life IS Good.. :’)

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Have you checked out fragrance direct yet?

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Kate Moss Fragrances for £10?!

Vivienne Westwood for £19?!
When searching for fragrances, cosmetics and other products in the skin and beauty line, you'll find an easy-to-use layout at the Fragrance Direct site. Products and fragrances are grouped by category, or you can browse by brand names like Almay, Bugatti. Check the specials tab to see which items include a free gift with purchase and which companies are offering promotional sales (this is always an added bonus!). You can also see a list of new products as well as those that are bestsellers on the site. Having a best seller is great because it gives you a true indication of which fragrances people really like. With such organization, you'll find what you need quickly and it's likely that you'll also notice some special pricing that is irresistible on items of interest.

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Something to think about.. ^^

You know, I think I really keen to write these days, and there's nothing better to store it rather than my fave pink notebook.. Isn't it cute or what?? ^^
So, this week I've been reading this book, A Success Story by Estee Lauder (great book.. you girls beauty lovers out there should read it, too..)
And it has goven me the inspiration to write this post..

You see, I've been a big fan of Estee Lauder since a long time ago, I even have her Pleasure Perfume! Look! ^^

This is the exotic edition from the Pleasure, it has more a bit of tropical essence in it..
The notes are fusion of Mango Passion Fruit Cocktail, Citrus Fruits and sweet Lychee with Island Bamboo flowers, Orangeblossom and Bougainvillea Vine. Sounds delicious.. ^^

Anyway, I've been writing in this notebook about my fave topic a.k.a beauty, of course.. And I want to share it with you! ^^

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You know, I've been thinking lately. About beauty and all that.

I've recently read a book, a biography of Estee Lauder herself, who wrote about her life, her process in achieving success. I learn so much from reading this book. It's such a great book and with the most enchanting words.. I adore her so much (I have her perfume, Pleasure!)

If there's one person who really knows beauty and love beauty, then it must be her.. ^^

One thing that she and I have in common is: we love fragrances (and make up, of course!) She wrote in that book, "But fragrance, I knew, was much more than a signature, it was a whole personality!"

And for the record, I do have a rich and varied perfume wardrobe (not that big, though.. I'm still a perfume collector in training.. ^^)

And there's more about Estee Lauder that I love.. Her perspective about beauty itself (that's something to think about)

I think it's right and fair if we say that beauty is the right of every woman. We all have it, and we deserved it.

But sometimes, we can't do it ourselves, we need help. Now that's where makeup is there

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to help you.. ^^

I must tell you, I was so fascinated by her words in this book. I mean, not all of us were born with the face and body like supermodels. We are not in size ZERO (not me, obviously.. I'm in size 10-12).
But we should all feel beautiful.

Why?

Because beauty is the will to be beautiful (p. 213). No matter how old you are, how much you weigh.. it's all in the heart, baby.. ^^ You're gonna shine..

It sounds really easy, right? But, it does! I mean, all of you beauty bloggers out there.. No matter where you come from, what your skin tone is, your skin conditions are, we all want to be beautiful. We've spent many hours in front of our computer, typing those words, reviewing products, testing new mascara, and all that.. It's all because we have a will inside our heart to be beautiful. That's the main reason..

And the second in line, after we have found our passion, is the product. Which will help us throughout the way to achieve that.

^^

So, that's it. My writing that's pouring out just like that.. Feels so good after I've gotten them out and put them here in this post..hehehe..

And you know I'm not gonna finish this post without showing you my brand new nail. Here are they! ^^

Me wearing The Face Shop Nail Color. It's the perfect pink shade for me, not too dark, too light.. Just like ice pink-ish shade.. I only applied one layer in my nail in this photo. I think it's perfect, but you can apply 2 layers if you want stronger color. For me, I love this color! ^^
Here is the number, PK 104, in case you're interesting.. ^^

For the next post, I'll review the Shinzui Skin Lightening Body Scrub that Denysia from hellodenysia.blogspot.com has been asking about..

Have a nice weekend! ^^

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Back from Holiday..!!

Finally I'm back!! After 3 days in Bandung, shopping all-around, and buying all those beauty stuff, I think I have to share to all of you what I bought this holiday.. And I'm telling you, I'm so happy!! ^^v

My daddy bought me this as my upcoming birthday present.. I love the smell!!

Cherry Blossom EDT

Top Note: sweet & juicy with Cherry and Freesia
Middle Note: Floral and Feminine with Cherry Blossom and Lily of the valley
Base Note: Warm and Woody with Amber and Musk.

A deliciously summery Eau de Toilette that reinterprets the freshness of our Cherry Blossom perfume, enveloping the skin with fruity, sparkling, and tangy essences. A perfume that recalls carefree summer afternoons spent in the orchard, and the memory of an armful of sun-drenched petals infused with the sweet flavor of juicy, colorful fruit. fresh and floral fragrance that celebrates the beauty of the cherry blossoms during the first days of spring. In Japan, the cherry tree is a symbol of integrity, modesty and courtesy. Every year, thousands of Japanese travel to the foot of Mount Yoshino to see around 100,000 wild cherry trees in flower. The cherry, which is rich in vitamins A and C, is a highly prized fruit and forms part of many culinary preparations.

The cherry tree is part of the Provencal landscape.

It is widespread in the Apt region. This tree changes colors with the seasons, a source of inspiration for the artists: pure white in spring, bright red in summer, soft green in autumn...

I also have this one on the solid perfume..

L'OCCITANE's fragrance range celebrates the poetic beauty of thecherry blossom. All the delicacy and the softness of the cherry blossom fragrance in this alcohol-free solid perfume, for fragrant touch-ups throughout the day. Ideal for traveling.

HEAD: Cherry, Freesia, Blackcurrant
HEART: Cherry blossom, Lily of the valley
BASE: Rosewood, Amber, Musk (for solid)

Also, I bought this rose perfume for my mom, and she loves it!! It smells heavenly..

Rose 4 Reines Eau de Toilette

A perfume of legend...The delicate freshness of a bouquet of roses, the velvety softness of petals kissed with dew.

The daughters of the Count of Forcalquier were as beautiful as the roses they cherished – the Grasse rose, the Bulgarian rose, the Moroccan rose and the Turkish rose. Each one of these daughters married a king, and so it was that Marguerite, Eléonore, Sancie and Béatrix became the four Queens of Forcalquier.

This convenient travel sized fragrance is newly repackaged with the original fresh, delicate and velvety scent of blended roses.

A perfume of legend...The delicate freshness of a bouquet of roses, the velvety softness of petals kissed with dew.

The daughters of the Count of Forcalquier were as beautiful as the roses they cherished – the Grasse rose, the Bulgarian rose, the Moroccan rose and the Turkish rose. Each one of these daughters married a king, and so it was that Marguerite, Eléonore, Sancie and Béatrix became the four Queens of Forcalquier.

This convenient travel sized fragrance is newly repackaged with the original fresh, delicate and velvety scent of blended roses.

Next on my wishlist, this lavender perfume.. I had those lavender scent from Marks and Spencer, but it's empty already, coz I wore it everyday, hehe..

Eau de la Recolte Bleue - Lavender Harvest 3.4 fl.ozLavender

Top Note: AOC Lavender, Bergamot, Peach
Middle Note: Freesia, Marigold
Base Note: Benzoin, Musk

Instant transport to the South of France. Blends our signature "true" A.O.C. lavender essential oil with the fresh green scent of leaves, freesia, peach and marigold, on a bed of sensual wood and musk. Alavender to delight in. Beautifully presented in a statuesque clear-glass spray bottle. Fresh lavender aroma underscored by sensual woods and musk appeals equally to men and women. Men also favor: Lavender Vinegar for the face, with antiseptic and pore-tightening properties to resist blemishes, and Lavender Clarifying Shampoo to deep-clean and purify hair and scalp.

For the next post, I'm gonna review 2 of my BB Cream, can't wait to write it!! ^^

pic and description from usa.locittane.com

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Update from the Body Shop..

well, I tell you what.. after that much anticipation.. I went to the body shop store to look for the new white musk summer, but... T_T

It hasn't come yet to Indonesia.. hhhhh...

Not until August,they say.. (whattt???)

So I guess, I'll wait till then.. (sighed)

Wait!! There's even newer product from the body shop.. The New Wild Cherry Bath & Body Products.. ^^

Wild Cherry Shower Gel

It contains Wild Cherry Oil - For it's moisturising benefits

Community Trade honey from an organic source in Zambia - an effective moisturiser that helps to restore the skin's moisture barrier, thus helping to restore moisture, smoothness and suppleness

Wild Cherry Puree Body Lotion contains the following key ingredients ....

Wild Cherry Oil - For it's moisturising benefits

Community Trade organic babassu oil - helps to soften the skin, helping to prevent moisture loss and dryness and restore suppleness

an effective moisturiser that helps to soften the skin - Community Trade sesame oil

Wild Cherry Body Butter contains the following key ingredients ....

Wild Cherry Oil - for it's moisturising benefits.

Community Trade shea butter - leaves skin soft, smooth and supple

Community Trade brazil nut oil - moisturises and leaves skin feeling soft

Guess I'll have to wait till it came to Indonesia then.. Please.. be quick.. ^^

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new from The Body Shop

I just found that The Body Shop, one of my favourite brand is having a new fragrance for this summer, White Musk White Hot Summer.. There's also the body lotion and body spray.. WOW!! I wanna buy it!!

Notes:
Top notes: pink pepper, bergamot and violet leaf
Middle notes: rose, carnation, heliotrope and orris
Base notes: sandalwood, musk and vanilla

Looking from the notes above, I can't wait to sniff it! I have been TBS loyal customer for all this years, and I'm looking forward to this new fragrance.. ^^v

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Love for Cherry Blossom..

Well, for you who don't know, my favourite scent is cherry blossom, I also love lavender and white tea, but for now, I think cherry blossom is my top pick.

When I want to buy this at Jakarta last month, they said they're out of stock.. Oh, dear.. T_T

I do still have my Bath and Body Works Cherry Blossom Body Spray, and it smells wonderfull.. ^^

It's in my daily ritual, spritz this spray to get the energy-boost..and it's long lasting,too..

I want to but the L'Ocittane Cherry blossom, but... well it's a lil bit over my budget, maybe next time.. LOL..

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