I've been taking Honeyworld Royal Jelly + Collagen since September which I bought way back 2010 in Singapore hoping it would treat my menstrual cramps and improve my skin. I stopped using this 3 years back after a few capsules because I was hypersensitive back then and had allergies upon taking it. Luckily, I tried it again last September and it didn't cause me allergies this time around. I thought of taking them since it will expire by March 2013 and it was a very expensive bottle (@around Sgd 200); at least half of it would not go to waste.
Actually, Royal Jelly is used by women who wants to get pregnant, lol. I thought it could cure some of my hormonal issues, too. True enough, my menstrual cycles were surprisingly regular, exactly 28 days for three months since I've been taking this medicine daily. I've always complained how irregular my periods were, so I thought it was interesting. I would recommend it for couples who want to get pregnant, haha! As for me, I'm not really sure if the cost of this medicine is worth it, plus I have to ask my sister to ship the product from Singapore if I wanted to continue taking it. I'm also not too keen about being medicine-dependent to regulate my hormones. Maybe I'll just do more exercise or continue taking if I complain about my hormones again.
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Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Monday, December 31, 2012
Facial Clay Masks
I've been experimenting on different clay masks brands and so far, I've tried 3 types:
- Kaolin (China) Clay (Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque)
- French Green Clay (Burt's Bees Pore Refining Mask)
- Bentonite Clay (Aztec Secret)
So far, my favorite is the French Green Clay Mask from Burt's Bees (and it's the most expensive). According to this site,
With its high mineral and nutrient content and micro molecules (which enhance absorption), French green clay powder is often used in skincare treatments such as facial masks and body packs at spas. Because it's very absorbent, it's especially good for oily skin. This clay tones, stimulates, and cleanses the pores.
I used to buy this from Beauty Bar but it has since been out of stock so I tried Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque from Healthy Options. I think this is best suitable for dry to normal skin as it does not remove oil as much as the french green clay. Its main ingredient on the other hand is Kaolin Clay which is,
A very mild clay that gently cleanses and exfoliates without drawing oil, making it perfect for sensitive skin types. At the same time, its astringent effect is suitable for normal to oily skin. In addition to clay masks, the fine, fluffy powder is used in body powders and deodorants, soap products, and body packs.
The cheapest of them is the Aztec Indian Healing Bentonite Clay as it's just Php 400+ from Healthy Options. My sister loves this product and I bought her one to take home to Singapore.
Also called fuller's clay, it has absorbing properties and can be used as an exfoliant as it draws out impurities from the skin.
My final verdict is to use the type of clay that best suits your skin type. My skin has since been a moody, shifting from oily to dry to normal depends on the weather so I would probably also change products depending on the mood of my face. I usually apply it once a week so it won't be too drying to the skin and I also read that it may be irritating to sensitive skin. Nonetheless, I love how refreshing it feels to the face after applying it.
For more information regarding other clay masks and their uses: http://www.frontiercoop.com/learn/claymasks.ph
- Kaolin (China) Clay (Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque)
- French Green Clay (Burt's Bees Pore Refining Mask)
- Bentonite Clay (Aztec Secret)
So far, my favorite is the French Green Clay Mask from Burt's Bees (and it's the most expensive). According to this site,
With its high mineral and nutrient content and micro molecules (which enhance absorption), French green clay powder is often used in skincare treatments such as facial masks and body packs at spas. Because it's very absorbent, it's especially good for oily skin. This clay tones, stimulates, and cleanses the pores.
I used to buy this from Beauty Bar but it has since been out of stock so I tried Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque from Healthy Options. I think this is best suitable for dry to normal skin as it does not remove oil as much as the french green clay. Its main ingredient on the other hand is Kaolin Clay which is,
A very mild clay that gently cleanses and exfoliates without drawing oil, making it perfect for sensitive skin types. At the same time, its astringent effect is suitable for normal to oily skin. In addition to clay masks, the fine, fluffy powder is used in body powders and deodorants, soap products, and body packs.
The cheapest of them is the Aztec Indian Healing Bentonite Clay as it's just Php 400+ from Healthy Options. My sister loves this product and I bought her one to take home to Singapore.
Also called fuller's clay, it has absorbing properties and can be used as an exfoliant as it draws out impurities from the skin.
My final verdict is to use the type of clay that best suits your skin type. My skin has since been a moody, shifting from oily to dry to normal depends on the weather so I would probably also change products depending on the mood of my face. I usually apply it once a week so it won't be too drying to the skin and I also read that it may be irritating to sensitive skin. Nonetheless, I love how refreshing it feels to the face after applying it.
For more information regarding other clay masks and their uses: http://www.frontiercoop.com/learn/claymasks.ph
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