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Iman Ridzuan


At first, I was very skeptical to use this product when the package arrived to me. My first thought when I looked and swatched it was, "Man, that's shimmery!" It is weird that this product is marketed as a face powder when it got tons of shimmers in it. Who would have thought to put shimmers all over their face? But oh life as a beauty blogger, I decided to just give it a go.



First, I am not fond of the packaging. Personally I think it is unnecessarily bulky. It does comes with a mirror and a brush too which is great. But man, the brush is so stiff and rough that I feel like it will irritate my skin if I am using it for a powder brush. A powder brush shouldn't be densely packed. If you were to use this over a foundation, it will just move your foundation around because it is so stiff and dense. So I wish they could've just skip the brush and come up with a more compact packaging that won't take as much space to travel with. Plus it is very  plasticky and feels kinda cheap too. The color tho, I love!




The powder itself comes with a cool design. The hearts are each pigmented with different colors so it is a bit misleading there considering the name 'Translucent'. People who buy this solely thinking that it's gonna be a translucent powder might be a bit disappointed because it's definitely not. Especially that one pink heart. THAT is pigmented like it wants to be a blush.

Formula wise, this powder is soooo soft and fine. The shimmers are real guys, I really thought that it could be one of those disappointing products where the shimmers are just an overcoat spray. But I've used this powder for a lot of time now and the shimmer game is still strong.


Like I said, I was very skeptical to use it at first so I started using it as a highlighter first. And yes, it does work as a highlighter, but a very subtle one. And you do have to build it up to make it more visible. If you're a beginner to highlighter, this would be a great one to try. But for me, I loveeeeeeee my Mary Lou Manizer from The Balm so much that I was so intrigued to use Mary Lou on top of it to intensify the highlight, but homegirl needs to test out the product so ughhh. I mean it's not bad, it's just not enough for me. I want to be highlighted like KLCC at night lol.

And remember that pigmented pink heart? Your highlight will be pink based unless you avoided the pink heart when swirling your brush into the pan. I am more into a gold and yellow based highlight so that's probably another reason why I am not really feeling it.

That face tilt you do when you want to show off your glow lololol

As for an overall face powder, I am loving it for that surprisingly. See photo above. When I swatched it on hand, I was so scared to see all those shimmers but for some reasons it does not actually make me look like a disco ball! Then I remembered, isn't the Mineralized Skin Finish from Mac is pretty much the same thing? The shimmers are so fine that it kinda makes me look like I glow from within. Especially in indoor lightings, man it looks so good. And the pink heart just adds a nice fleshed look for my skin. Just make sure you using a loosely packed brush to ensure that you're not picking up too much product.

I wouldn't recommend it for people who prefers a matte finish makeup look because obviously, duh. But isn't the new era now is all about that glowy and dewy look? Especially to those girls who adores korean's dewy makeup, go for it! But I would advise to stay away from this powder if you have enlarged pores because sometimes, glitters and shimmers will just make them look even more obvious. And of course, people with super oily skin would want to avoid being extra shiny with this stuff. But who knows right, makeup is very personal. Whatever works for me may not work for you and vice versa.

Pros :

  • Can be a subtle highlighter
  • Creates a glowy finish for the skin
  • Very soft and fine powder
  • Mirror installed in the packaging
Cons :
  • Bulky packaging
  • Brush inside is too stiff
  • May emphasize the appearance of pores
Price : RM59.25


Disclaimer : Product is sent to me by BFFsays.com for review purpose. However it does not affect my opinion at all matters and everything written is solely honest.
Saturday, December 24, 2016 No comments

I have been loyal to my Safi Gamat cleanser which is a local drugstore facial wash since I was in high school. But for some reason I kinda got immune to it so I decided to change my facial wash.


Story behind how I was introduced to this cleansing gel is during the mid year, I decided to make the greatest skincare investment in my life, which is to splurge on a Clarisonic Mia. ( Review will be up soon) And because I purchased a minimum of a certain amount, I got to choose a deluxe size sample and I went for this Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel sample since I have heard great things about it before.

When I got my clarisonic, I didn't even bother to use this cleanser with it yet, but after a month of using it and got disappointed for not getting the expected result from the clarisonic, I thought it's probably my cleanser. Because the cleanser that I was using was a foamy type of cleanser,  and the clarisonic itself is an exfoliating device, I thought maybe the combination is too much for my skin to take because my skin was getting so dry at one point so I thought, let's change to a more gentle cleanser. I mean, I paid almost RM600 for the clarisonic, I am not gonna give up on it and I just have try to find a way to make it work! LOL. So I decided to change to this sample cleanser and oh boy, I fall in love.


My skin concern was texture. I had tiny bumps on my forehead and cheeks that just won't go away due to clogged pores, no matter what I do and use for my skin. I get acne pretty frequently too. The active ingredients used in this cleanser are Papaya and Grapefruit extract which are a form of gentle Alpha hydroxyl acids that help prevent dulling build up that can cause break outs. It is marketed to be a non-foaming gel cleanser that effectively removes dirt, oil and makeup without drying the skin, which I find solely true. 



True to its name, it is a light gel cleanser that does not foam at all even when I dissolve it with water. I was so used to using foaming type of cleanser that I thought that there is no way a gentle cleanser like this would work better for my skin. But I was so wrong. I don't know what kind of magic it does, but it really does cleanse my skin very well. It has a very subtle sweet natural scent. My skin feels so clean but not that squeaky dry clean feeling afterwards, which is great. 

Just after two weeks of using this cleanser, I can clearly see differences on my skin. Bumps were slowly going away and I do not get acne as frequent anymore. Immediately after I was finished with the sample, I went ahead and bought the biggest bottle from sephora. That is how much I love it. Okay let's talk about the price. I paid RM99 for 472ml at Sephora website but to be honest, it is a good deal. 472ml is a lot! There is another one which is 236ml selling for RM73. So if you ask me, I'd say go big. I have been using this huge bottle every single night for the past three months and I haven't even reach half of the bottle yet. You only need a pea size per wash. 



It has been four months of using it now, I can say that my skin has completely cleared up and I do not get any of those nasty pimples anymore, except for one tiny acne during that time of the month. My complexion is more glowy and brightened too. Of course, I have to give credit to my clarisonic too, I think it is such an amazing device. But the combination of this cleanser with my clarisonic is what brings my skin back to life lol. I will totally recommend this cleanser to anyone with any skin concerns. Now I just have to find the solutions to my scars and dark circles that are so loyal to my skin, sigh hahahah.

Pros : 
  • Very gentle
  • Does not dry out the skin
  • Very effective
  • Clears my break outs
Cons : 
  • None




Saturday, December 17, 2016 2 comments

Dear Santa Althea,

My name is Iman Ridzuan. Ever since I was a child, I've had this ultimate goal that is yet to be achieved. Growing up with animals ever since I was a baby, all I wish is to become a successful veterinarian to help as many animals that are in need. I have received an offer letter from a university that I've been dreaming of studying at to pursue my dream, but the tuition fee is something that needs a lot of considerations.

Dear Santa Althea, all I want for Christmas is a scholarship to pursue my dream, but I know that is a bit too much to ask for! So maybe, you can help me to prepare myself for scholarship interviews?

In order to get a scholarship, I have to be prepared mentally, spiritually, and of course, physically. All these categories are the keys to boost up my confidence. Althea is just the right place to help me on the physical aspect! After all, how you look on the outside will definitely influence how you feel on the inside and vice versa, right? My love towards korean makeup and skincare is endless. They have such an amazing products with amazing qualities and prices. Their technologies on this beauty platform is beyond phenomenal. I have purchased several times for my korean skincare and makeup from Althea and you and your elves has gained my trust even from the start. So here is my wish list!


Hey Santa Althea! I have never had a cushion foundation before. I don't know why, I guess I am too used of using bb creams and normal bottled foundations. So maybe it is time for a change? I have heard so many good things about the Laneige BB cushion Pore Control SPF 50+ PA+++. I appreciate foundations that come with sun protection so much! Since I have an oily skin, I think this is going to be the perfect first cushion foundation for me since it is specifically for pore control. Don't you think?

What is a good makeup without a good base? I am really intrigued to try out Banila Co's Prime Primer in Classic. One cool thing about the Althea website that you and your elves worked on is that we can read customer's opinions and reviews about the products. So the reviews that I read about this primer are quite promising and makes me really want to try it! The Classic one is said to be best for people with combination and oily skin. It is supposed to help with minimizes large pores, create smooth and even canvas, eliminate shine, and moisturizing which my skin is screaming for. LOL.

I have purchased the number 10 It's My Eyebrow Brush from Althea before and I am amazingly impressed with the quality! It is my favorite eyebrow brush and I use it every single day with my Skinfood Eyebrow powder cake. (also bought from Althea) So dear Santa Althea, would you send me a 08 It's My Blending Shadow Brush to be added into my collection? Ho-ho-ho! Because a girl like me can never have enough eyeshadow blending brush because she is all about the perfect eye makeup.


Hey Santa Althea, I heard that the Too Cool For School BY Rodin Shader is one of your bestsellers right? Contouring is one of my favorite step in my makeup routine lately because it can create dimensions on my face, avoiding the flat looking face after all that foundation and powder. I hope that this one by Too Cool For School will be a great addition to my routine! I have heard so many beauty youtubers especially koreans rave about this product. I have no idea where can I get it here in Malaysia, so thank you Althea for having it!

Lastly, I am still on a hunt for the perfect eye cream to treat these dark circles of mine. No matter how clear your skin is and how good your makeup looks, dark circles under the eyes like pandas will just make you look tired and can sometimes bring our confidence down. So I hope Santa Althea can help me in this department by bringing Tony Moly Panda's Dream Brightening Eye Base to me down the chimney tonight! hehehe. 


Dear Santa Althea,
Thank you so much for this opportunity. And thank you so much for your time on reading my letter. I know that I haven't been too good this year, but I hope I'm good enough to be on the good list! It would be awesome if I can get my hands on the beautiful Althea's special blue Christmas box and card. I think the blue concept is very elegant and of course, I'll keep the box just like all my other Althea beauty boxes! Sorry they are too pretty to be thrown away and they make such great organizers on my shelf. hehe. Come down to my chimney for some delicious oven baked chocolate chip cookies and warm milk okay? Please pray for me so that I can get a scholarship soon for my study and do send my regards to your beautiful pixies, Pingo, Anis, Bo, Mira and all the other hardworking elves! #altheaxmas


Your loving supporter,
Iman Ridzuan
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 No comments
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