The Brush Guard

Mail time has come once again! I finally received my brush guards yesterday. I ordered this in early January but the first parcel Diane sent got lost in the mail, so she sent me another one.

So what exactly are Brush Guards? 

Brush Guards are stretchable mesh tubes which will help protect our precious brushes from dirt, dust and deforming. It is also useful in drying brushes after washing or cleaning, it helps the bristles stay in shape. 

Which makes me wonder, how do you dry your brushes? I personally like to lay them flat in a table with the bristles hanging out so that they don't get flat, especially the rounded ones (got this tip from Bobbi Brown's Beauty Evolution). But now that I have Brush Guards, I can just wash my brushes, put the Brush Guards on and dry them bristles down in a cup. Just as stated in the instructions. Not only will the brushes dry nicely, the ferrule will also be protected from water. 

I got 2 Variety Packs ($5.50 inc. tax) which contains 6 pieces of Brush Guards per pack

1 extra small BG for an eye liner brush

2 small BGs for blush brush

2 medium BGs for foundation brush

1 large BG for a kabuki or powder brush

My happy brushes :)

now I can safely store them in a brush roll. yay! :)

NOTE: It is important to read instructions as these Brush Guards are not meant to be pulled towards the handle, it might destroy your brush. ALWAYS slide Brush Guards from the handles towards the bristles.

Happy weekend everyone! ^.^

♡ coffretgorge

Rakuten Goodie: La Sana Hair Essence

Ever since I tried the La Sana Hair Essence sample Kelly (Ichibankao) gave me, I was in hair product heaven. I immediately googled it and found it on my new favorite online store, Rakuten, I also found one on eBay but the Rakuten seller had a waaay better price for a much bigger bottle (would you believe?) Rakuten rocks! :)

got my parcel from Rakuten in 2 days

I LOVE EMS! It's so fast and efficient, you get what you pay for shipping.

I give it 5 st✩✩✩✩✩rs! ^_~

the goodies

It came in bundled with a free La Sana Hair Suppli Mist - I believe it has a lighter formulation for daytime use.

I can't wait to try it!

product close-up

La Sana Hair Essence is made up of japanese sea weeds, it is rich in minerals & nutrients which help make hair look so naturally shiny. I just put a drop or two in my palm, gently rub it and smooth it over my hair. It has no scent and not greasy at all. It makes my hair so beautifully soft and frizz free. Supposedly, the essence is for night-time use but I use for day anyway. The only downside is that its not available locally, and it doesn't come cheap, the 60ml bottle costs ¥2,800 plus ¥900 EMS. Other than that, I only have nice words to say on this product. I have found a new hair care HG! Happiness! :)

If your locks need some shine and a major taming from the frizz, La Sana is worth a try imho.

oh SHIT! (So Happy It's Thursday!) so exciting, the weekend is coming! woot woot!

Be safe & healthy! Drink lots of h2O and stay in the shade my fellow filipinos! The hot weather is dehydrating!

♡ coffretgorge

Feng Shui For The Heart

Warning: A sappy hopeless romantic blogger writing. ;)

Does my post title sound like a melodrama on television or what? LOL. I'd like to share with you a little present my sister gave me recently (CNY), a Mandarin Duck Rose Quartz bracelet.

Mandarin Ducks are known to mate for life, their togetherness represents fidelity in Feng Shui. According to Feng Shui experts and aficionados, the Mandarin Duck symbolizes lifelong love and loyalty, if you wear this, it will help you improve relationships and become lucky when it comes to matters regarding the heart. 

As Mandarin Ducks are always close together, they find it hard to survive if they are separated from their partner, even dying of loneliness and grief (aww) just as married human beings are supposed to be (^_~). I see why its very popular with married women.

It is made of rose quartz which is also popular for those who are looking for someone to love...

to bring good luck in finding a lifelong partner.

I don't mind wearing it, because its pink & pretty! :)

and if it really enhances luck in love, why not?

...more pink, more love! :)

I have another bracelet which helps bring good fortune, health, etc. an all-in-one they say, and yes, it is colorful. ^.^

 Do you wear any Feng Shui accessories?