My inspirations will always be my mother for her courage, my father for giving me strength, Randy Pausch for writing an inspirational book, my tutor for making me realise my dreams, and above
all- this beautiful World for bringing beauty, knowledge and joy to my life.
I'm Emyli, and I am a British chickadee
I am a Professional Beauty Therapist and Make-Up Artist.
A full-time blogger who writes about all things beauty and reviews on beauty products. I also do photoediting freelancing, and web graphic design.
I specialise in Cosmetic chemistry and Dermatology, so ask me anything from the structure and science of your skin, how it works, and what's exactly in your skincare product.
I love my family.
I have a certain curiosity for life that drives me and propels me forward.
I love Henri, he is forever my compassion,
my soul mate and my hero.
I like to fill my life with pretty things.
I love cracking Crème Brûlée with a spoon.
I will always love London.
Drinking tea is one of life's greatest pleasures
I love my small bunch of beautiful friends who are always true.
I like to dwell myself in romance
going to the bookshop for no reason.
the smell of fresh laundry and cut lemons
the smell of brand new leather
I have photographic memory
I love Tchaikovsky and Chopin's music.
I love Walt Disney and I am a huge Marie fan
I love the fast, and the furious
I resolute to car racing games when I am stressed
I like writing in literature, and literature loves writing with me.
And finally, I would like to travel the world
where i can write a book, walk across every beach, and listen to world.
And yes, everything in this xanga is designed by me, and I made it. I actually have little secret super computer nerd in me.
Things I love: Shopping and spending all my money, coffee shops, pampering and bathing, classical music, make-up and beauty, marie
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SERVICE, Lil'marv, Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, Bvlgari, Chopard, and Loewe.
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Editor's Blog Hi guys. I am sorry that I haven't had much time to work on this beauty blog, and as everyday passes, my heart feels the distance. But that I do not update does not mean that I have not been writing. This beauty blog has been my highlight, and I spend a great deal of time on here. It is almost like the love of my life, the spark of my compassion. It may seem and look easy, but actually, behind all this work is just me.
This is me and my younger sister, who is now a little star in Hong Kong. She currently plays the role of "Spring Roll" in Beautiful Cooking, TVB. We are completely different people, but she is like my other part. I love her dearly. My family and friends have been so supportive of my work on here, that they read every update that I make. And who could not forget my dear readers, who constantly brighten up my day with words of encouragement.
The reason that I write is because of all of you. Thank you for making my dream come true.
As you can see, I am reviewing yet another Garnier product. Never thought I'd make another Garnier skincare review for some time, but I was so impressed with the Garnier Fresh 24hr Moisturizing Day Cream that I would test another product from a different range.
The Garnier Light range is mainly directed to the asian market. So I guess I am making this review for all my asian friends and readers worldwide.
Coming to the peak of the summertime- (and for some of us, summer has already begun) we are all in the process of changing our skincare routines aswell as with our products.
For one, our day moisturizers are lighter- (but with extra SPF protection, and possibly with whitening ingredients,) our make-up is kept at minimum, and we want to look our best- even with no make-up at all. As summer approaches, the weather changes. And so does our skin.
Ingredients. The Garnier Light Whiten & Protect Moisturizing Cream contains a combination of excellent ingredients that help to brighten the skin's complexion. The main active ingredients in this product allows deep penetration into the skin, which targets melanocytes- reducing melanin production thus improving skin dullness.
Long Dan Extract / Gentiana Lutea Extract. The Garnier Light Moisturizing cream contains an active ingredient, long dan extract- which is well-known from chinese pharmocopeia.
It has been used for centuries and by Chinese traditional medicine as a liver tonic- to treat and stimulate loss of appetite, improve digestion, and other GI complaints.
For skincare, it helps to reduce melanin production, recovering a fair and flawless skin tone. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Garnier is not the only skincare brand that has used the herb- pharmaceutical brand Kiehl's, Dr. Haushka, Laura Mercier, and L'Occitane also have included the long dan extract in their skincare products.
Pure Lemon Essence. Vitamin C Do you remember my review for The Body Shop's Skin Boost Vitamin C? Well, we all know how powerful this vitamin can be when used in skincare.
In fact, Vitamin C does not whiten skin- its main responsibility is to repair the cells. I am guessing they chose the ingredient Lemon Fruit Extract because of its soft exfoliation to the skin which in turn, helps to boost a fair skin radiance.
The Garnier Light contains traces of Vitamin E (tocopheryl acetate)- the anti-oxidant which helps to give further protection against UV rays.
I had a hard time opening this tub because it was closed so tightly. Which reminded me- vitamin C can become easily oxidized when exposed to air which can cause it to lose efficacy. So make sure with any product that contains Vitamin C- make sure you close the container lid properly and securely, and if you find that the product smells different, or it has changed in colour- do not risk it. Throw it away immediately.
At first, I thought the meaning of "Light" was describing the texture of the cream. However, it was referring to whitening- and as you can see, the texture of the Garnier Light Moisturizing Cream is more richer than the Garnier Fresh.
This is supposedly for daytime use with SPF 15 protection. SPF 15 is quite insufficient if you would ask me for advice- and so I think this may be the only downfall of this product.
Therefore, instead of using this as your day time moisturizer- I strongly recommend this as your night cream.
When we sleep, our body gets to work- and for our skin, this is no different. I am currently writing an article why having a good night cream is very important for your skin. But for now, you need to know that during the night- is the only time that our cells can have adequate time to repair and regenerate. Your night cream can help it by providing it with the hydration, moisture, vitamins and minerals it needs to coordinate.
I will be honest. The Garnier Light Moisturizing Cream feels like a night cream. And for the past three weeks- I have been using it as one. I had a couple of old zits from my previous period which caused me to have a few small blemishes but they have in fact lightened to almost skin colour now.
I was disappointed with the fact that it did not say what skin-type this cream would be suitable for. This cream is suitable for normal to combination/oily skin types. It is not suitable for those with sensitive skin types due to its citrus ingredients that may trigger a reaction i.e stingness.
I feel that my skin is less dull- more fairer, even toned, with dark spots less visible. I first noticed that my complexion was brighter after the first few days of using it. If there was a few words to describe this cream- is that this cream is good at lifting off the dullness of skin, brightening it to give it a natural, healthy glow. Reported Efficacy: Tested on 29 women over 28 days. - Immediately complexion is brighter : 80% of women agree - After 28 days - brown spots less apparent : 76% of women agree - anti-dullness : 93% of women agree I tried to use this product during the day- but I did not like how it was still feeling like a night cream even after an hour of applying it. I can think of better day creams with better SPF and that can also brighten your skin at the same time.
So, in conclusion- this cream is excellent as a night cream that can brighten your skin whilst you sleep- and that can help provide it with the moisture it needs. Wake up, to beautiful, radiant skin.
For 50ml, the Garnier Light Day Cream SPF 15 retails for approx. 5.25 GBP. The Garnier Light also comes in a huge range of their famous roll-ons, facial cleansers, body lotions, and masks. I would actually try their masks....
Emyli's tip: Do not forget to apply your moisturizer onto your neck area- which is also in constant need of moisture and hydration! If your neck area is visibly darker than your face, then a whitening moisturizer will be a plus :)
For more information please visit: www.garnier.com
Rating: 4/5 Pros: Contains effective ingredients to minimize dark spots, promotes a fairer skin tone and natural glow. Excellent as a night moisturizer. A good value for money. Dermalogically tested. Cons: It feels like a night cream, and should be a night cream. Does not contain enough SPF.
Editors note: Garnier has now released a Garnier Light Overnight Peeling Cream. Now let's see how that will turn out.... stay tuned :)
BEAUTY REVIEW GARNIER FRESH 24HR HYDRATING DAY CREAM
This is my first ever Garnier skincare product review.
Many props to my girlie Miyuki for discovering it- she raved on about it so much (was actually one of the first things that came out of her apart from- how are you?) that I eventually had to test the product- and to find that it is one hell of a great moisturizer.
Garnier released their 'Clean and Fresh' line dedicating mainly for normal to combination skin types.
It helps to provide the skin with the hydration and moisture it constantly longs for by providing the skin with vitamins to help protect it and maintain its well-being.
Ingredients. The Garnier Fresh 24hr Hydrating Day Cream contains some ingredients that are effective in maintaining great, healthy, looking skin.
Vitamin E. Tocopherol (TCP), a form of Vitamin E is used in this product. Vitamin E is one of the best known antioxidants found in the human body- and it's key biological role in our skin is to act as a protector. Not only can Vitamin E protect the lipids on our skin, it also helps to reduce further damage to skin fibroblasts and keratinocytes caused by UV sun damage.
Fruit Water. The Garnier Fresh 24hr hydrating day cream contains Pyrus Malus- the natural fruit water extracted from apples by using flash distillation. It is rich in polyphenols and AHA fruit acids which helps to refine the epidermal skin texture.
Pyrus Malus is commonly used in moisturizers (L'Occitane include and use organic pyrus malus from their own provence trees in their products!) cleansers, hair conditioners, acne treatments, and for many anti-ageing products.
Fruit Extracts. With my research, I also found that grapefruit(vitis vinifera) and hibiscus(esculentus) extracts were also used in this product, which may explain why this product smells so invigoratingly fruity and fresh!
Grapefruit extract- besides being highly worshipped for centuries (by wine-lovers, and known to man for over 200 million years)- it has also been used since the beginning of skincare history by folk healers as a natural remedy to skin diseases and infections.
Although more categorized as a herb/plant rather than a fruit- hibiscus extract provides the skin with Vitamin A, aswell as organic acids (Vitamin C, citric, tartaric and malic acids.) The anthocyanocides in hibiscus have anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and astringent properties. And with the help of I-Hydroxy-acids, it also helps to increase the skin's moisture balance, thus improving skin flexibility and elasticity. What I loved most about this product is that everything that it claims- is pretty much spot-on. "The formula sinks in instantly to quench the skin" and "it makes an excellent base for make-up."
I tested this product for two weeks consequetively, and I am telling you- I already noticed improvements to my skin, aswell as the ability of this product within the first two days.
The Garnier Fresh 24hr hydrating day cream penetrates into the skin very quicklyand leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth and supple all day long. This is because the consistency of this product allows the particles to be absorbed by the skin through the cells more quickly.
Reported Efficacy: Tested on 96 women over 2 weeks. - Quenches skin : 88% of women agree - Hydrates all day : 84% of women agree - Refreshes all day : 74% of women agree - Energises the skin : 84% of women agree In my opinion, providing that it contains effective ingredients, and that it is used correctly and by a suitable user with the right skin type- a good skincare product will be able to give results within 28 days.
It provides an excellent base for make-up- I had no trouble with my make-up during the day after I used this moisturizer as a base. If anything, it actually kept my skin hydrated under my make-up. I also love the soft, dewy texture of this moisturizer, which makes my skin feel comfortable all day long.
Another point that I could rave on and on about, is that this moisturizer smells so darn nice. That is, most probably, with all Garnier products in general but this is lovely! I could not think of a better word than: Fresh. I love applying this moisturizer every morning after cleansing, and the smell simply uplifts spirits!
You can also use this moisturizer as your night cream- it will provide the skin with the decent amount of moisture and hydration that your skin needs while you sleep. However, for better results I would recommend a more richer texture as your night cream.
For 50ml, the Garnier Fresh 24hr Hydrating Day Cream retails for approx. 5.25 GBP. If you are living in the UK- I believe you can only find Garnier's Fresh Line from Tescos.
I tried to look into Boots and Superdrug but to no avail. No idea why. For those in the U.S, the packaging maybe different. (I think it comes in a tube.)
Emyli's tip: Do not forget to apply your moisturizer onto your neck area- which is also in constant need of moisture and hydration!
For more information please visit: www.garnier.com
Rating: 5/5 Pros: Excellent fresh skin hydrator, leaves skin feeling soft and supple, non-greasy with a lovely soft, dewy texture. Skin smells delicious! Absorbs very easily into the skin. Light, and great for the summer. Dermatologically tested. Very cheap! Cons: It contains ingredients for protection against UV Filters, but please note: it does not contain SPF.
Maybe I feel the urge to relate, to write in pen and ink of memoirs, a missing chapter in my story. Maybe that I am afraid for it to disappear into the cold recessive breaks of my mind- never to have occured, never to be played again.
To remember every word, every thought and moment that has passed between us that completed every living moment.
It is of a man. A man whom came to inspire the true depths of my deepest emotions, reawaken my voice- which had been long forgotten.
He was a quiet gentleman, with a calm disposition who had this deep passion awaiting to unleash itself into a parody of beautiful melody, the notes on a piece of music. And today, these notes will permute into every word of this page.
We both lived in literature, in good music- but most of all, we shared a passion. A passion for each others dearest company.
Oh, his smile- stretched my heart, that I could sprout wings and fly. And when he plays that piano, he brings his feelings attentive to it.
He was intelligent, yet undiscovered- and had a charm that was full of nature's own. His intellect arouses me into a passion of desire. And so my heart gleams, and brings a bite to my lip.
When he spoke, his eyes feel into your heart and soul. His voice, is deep with emotion, calm and nothing but gentle serenity to my ears. He never manages to awaken me with his voice every morning, but brings me away from my tormented dreams- escaping into a dream of his.
I have always said he was the descendant from Shakespeare, And he said I had come from a fairytale- That everything about me was perfectly composed, written to capture everyone's heart.
"Did you know, that a heart runs on strings?" he asked.
"As like the arteries." As I knew he would but explain his theory.
"No," he whispers softly, and adjusts himself to wrap his arms around me. "Strings that but come in a violin, a harp, or even a piano."
"So what piece does your heart play?"
"Oh, when you are here?" he holds me closer, as I feel his warm heartbeat against my bare back.
"It knows only to play the most beautiful pieces in history."
And everyday, he would play that piano. It was the first thing I heard every morning, and the last piece I heard before I slept.
He was also a profoundly good poet, and wrote me a piece that was dedicated to my name.
筱月碎雨情思醉, 朦风似缘流传爱. 拨弄心弦望成美,
筱月碎雨情思醉, 朦风似缘流传爱. 拨弄心弦望成美, 星语誓约亦为铃.
It has no title- or it is unknown, but I have decided to write one for it today.
Happiness is easily forgotten, but sadness will prolong to the death. For when I am gone, I wish not to take with me the sadness, but the beautiful pieces that I have written.
Love, is like a piece of music. I can play it over and over again until I can memorize it even as blindly. I will hum it wherever I go, and even sing myself to sleep with it.
This is love. You will meet new artists, new composers- and the song that you once sang even in your sleep will slowly fade into the corners of the bottom shelf, gathering time. Your mind takes walks, and forgets the way home.
But your heart remembers everything. Like the taste of coffee back at home, like the smell of laundry back five years, ten years, or even twenty years.
You will remember it.
And he was, above all, the best piece of music I have ever heard. That I have ever, for once... felt.
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