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Join THE BEAUTY JUNKEE AND LE PERFUMERIE'S VALENTINE GIVEAWAY!

The Beauty Junkee treats you to a wonderful giveaway this valentines season!

This is also a sneak peek on my upcoming perfume store, LE PERFUMERIE, which will open this February. Watch out for my Singapore Originals! Guaranteed authentic, and all stocks are from Singapore. Road- tested the stuff for a month, did tests, and I must say they have great quality and are 100% safe!

So I'm taking one perfume from my stocks for the girls out there to win so they will smell sexy and pretty in their dates this coming Valentine's Day!

WHAT ARE YOU GIRLS BOUND TO WIN?

AN ISSEY MIYAKE L'EAU D'ISSEY PERFUME!

BUT THE BEAUTY JUNKEE NEEDS YOU TO DO TWO THINGS SO YOU CAN QUALIFY FOR THE PRIZE:

1.) ANSWER THIS QUESTION: WHAT'S YOUR STAPLE PERFUME AND WHY?

2.) PLEASE REPOST THIS IN YOUR BLOG SO EVERYONE WILL KNOW AND CAN JOIN IN THE CONTEST!

POST YOUR ANSWER IN THIS BLOG ENTRY AND REPOST THIS IN YOUR BLOG!

MECHANICS (IMPORTANT PLEASE READ):

1. CONTEST STARTS NOW AND ENDS AT FEB.10, 2009

2. CONTEST IS ONLY OPEN TO PHILIPPINE- BASED BLOGGERS

3. BLOGGERS AND GIRLTALK BLOG READERS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN

4. WINNERS WILL BE CHOSEN VIA RANDOM.ORG

5. SHIPPING AND HANDLING TO ANYWHERE IN THE PHILIPPINES IS FREE!

JOIN NOW AND LE PERFUMERIE AND THE BEAUTY JUNKEE IS MORE THAN GLAD TO MAKE YOUR VALENTINE'S MEMORABLE AND SMELLING GOOOOD. :)

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Join THE BEAUTY JUNKEE AND LE PERFUMERIE'S VALENTINE GIVEAWAY!

The Beauty Junkee treats you to a wonderful giveaway this valentines season!

This is also a sneak peek on my upcoming perfume store, LE PERFUMERIE, which will open this February. Watch out for my Singapore Originals! Guaranteed authentic, and all stocks are from Singapore. Road- tested the stuff for a month, did tests, and I must say they have great quality and are 100% safe!

So I'm taking one perfume from my stocks for the girls out there to win so they will smell sexy and pretty in their dates this coming Valentine's Day!

WHAT ARE YOU GIRLS BOUND TO WIN?

AN ISSEY MIYAKE L'EAU D'ISSEY PERFUME!

BUT THE BEAUTY JUNKEE NEEDS YOU TO DO TWO THINGS SO YOU CAN QUALIFY FOR THE PRIZE:

1.) ANSWER THIS QUESTION: WHAT'S YOUR STAPLE PERFUME AND WHY?

2.) PLEASE REPOST THIS IN YOUR BLOG SO EVERYONE WILL KNOW AND CAN JOIN IN THE CONTEST!

POST YOUR ANSWER IN THIS BLOG ENTRY AND REPOST THIS IN YOUR BLOG!

MECHANICS (IMPORTANT PLEASE READ):

1. CONTEST STARTS NOW AND ENDS AT FEB.10, 2009

2. CONTEST IS ONLY OPEN TO PHILIPPINE- BASED BLOGGERS

3. BLOGGERS AND GIRLTALK BLOG READERS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN

4. WINNERS WILL BE CHOSEN VIA RANDOM.ORG

5. SHIPPING AND HANDLING TO ANYWHERE IN THE PHILIPPINES IS FREE!

JOIN NOW AND LE PERFUMERIE AND THE BEAUTY JUNKEE IS MORE THAN GLAD TO MAKE YOUR VALENTINE'S MEMORABLE AND SMELLING GOOOOD. :)

Sweet Valentine's Day Offer - 25% off at Trendy Twin and Kid Shop

Don't let cupid pass you by, get ready for Valentine's Day with a sweet offer from TrendyTwinAndKidShop.com.

Use this special link to save 25% on anything from the online boutique. Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

Trendy Twin and Kid Shop is a unique online boutique specializing in fashions for twins and siblings. Check out their fabulous line of custom made clothing too!

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: IMJU FIBERWIG MASCARA

Here's an initial review on IMJU FIBERWIG MASCARA

PRICE: 800PHP
PLACE BOUGHT: ONLINE
OTHER LOCATIONS: DIRECT SELLERS VIA MULTIPLY, GIRLTALK AND EBAY


THE VERDICT:

At last, I finally have the much- raved mascara product of 2010. A lot of the girls in Girltalk have been going gaga over this wonder product because according to them, it has given them fluffy and voluminous lashes that look completely natural.

Here's the wand. Nothing special about it in my opinion, though I've read online that it claims that this wand is specifically made to precisely apply the mascara.

Here's my verdict on the wand. It didn't help at all. It gave me a hard time applying the mascara because the bristles are quite thin, so a lot of the mascara gunk directly gets in contact with the lashes, which can clump if you don't have a steady hand during application.

So part of the product's wonder is the small hair fibers in the gunk. I managed to take a few and show it to you guys in this picture. This reminded me of Model Co's eyebrow pencil with those hair fibers in it that looked pretty disgusting, but are quite effective.

THE ROAD- TESTING

Here are my lashes. Naked.

Here are my lashes with the mascara.

Part of the procedure is to take more fibers out of the tube so you could apply it on your lashes. Which to me, is completely questionable on how to do it. Surely, I get to scoop mascara gunk out of the tube. But the fibers are so small and thin, they blend completely with the gunk. Surely you can separate the fibers. But you have to do it manually. It's requires too much effort and there's no way I'm spending hours on doing that.

I would also consider the fact that the product is new, that's why I'm having a hard using it.

You have to let per coat dry up completely before putting on the next. And the effect, lengthened lashes. I was quite disappointed because I was looking for the volumizing effect. But I didn't see any of that. In fact, I saw those fibers splitting out in different directions which gave me those nasty looking lashes!

TOTAL MASCARA APPLICATION TIME: 20 MINUTES

It lasted all day though without streaking and running off of my lashes. At least that's a good thing.

Imju Fiberwig is just like any other normal mascara. Nothing so special about it. One con of this product is, it's overpriced by the resellers just because it's a hot product as of the moment. But when you get to try it, there's nothing really worth (re)purchasing about it.

While it worked for some, sad to say, it didn't work for me. I'm a mascara eater and a snob so I'm pretty sure this one's not really worth waiting for (if you pre- ordered from somewhere), or shelling out money on (if you find a seller who sells this for 1k and up). But to those who are giving this the benefit of the doubt, It's not bad to try one. Who knows? It might work for you. Especially if you have thick lashes, where the fibers can cling on steadily. But for people with sparse lashes like me, we're better off with Maybelline's colossal mascara or Max Factor's False Lash Effect Mascara.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: IMJU FIBERWIG MASCARA

Here's an initial review on IMJU FIBERWIG MASCARA

PRICE: 800PHP
PLACE BOUGHT: ONLINE
OTHER LOCATIONS: DIRECT SELLERS VIA MULTIPLY, GIRLTALK AND EBAY


THE VERDICT:

At last, I finally have the much- raved mascara product of 2010. A lot of the girls in Girltalk have been going gaga over this wonder product because according to them, it has given them fluffy and voluminous lashes that look completely natural.

Here's the wand. Nothing special about it in my opinion, though I've read online that it claims that this wand is specifically made to precisely apply the mascara.

Here's my verdict on the wand. It didn't help at all. It gave me a hard time applying the mascara because the bristles are quite thin, so a lot of the mascara gunk directly gets in contact with the lashes, which can clump if you don't have a steady hand during application.

So part of the product's wonder is the small hair fibers in the gunk. I managed to take a few and show it to you guys in this picture. This reminded me of Model Co's eyebrow pencil with those hair fibers in it that looked pretty disgusting, but are quite effective.

THE ROAD- TESTING

Here are my lashes. Naked.

Here are my lashes with the mascara.

Part of the procedure is to take more fibers out of the tube so you could apply it on your lashes. Which to me, is completely questionable on how to do it. Surely, I get to scoop mascara gunk out of the tube. But the fibers are so small and thin, they blend completely with the gunk. Surely you can separate the fibers. But you have to do it manually. It's requires too much effort and there's no way I'm spending hours on doing that.

I would also consider the fact that the product is new, that's why I'm having a hard using it.

You have to let per coat dry up completely before putting on the next. And the effect, lengthened lashes. I was quite disappointed because I was looking for the volumizing effect. But I didn't see any of that. In fact, I saw those fibers splitting out in different directions which gave me those nasty looking lashes!

TOTAL MASCARA APPLICATION TIME: 20 MINUTES

It lasted all day though without streaking and running off of my lashes. At least that's a good thing.

Imju Fiberwig is just like any other normal mascara. Nothing so special about it. One con of this product is, it's overpriced by the resellers just because it's a hot product as of the moment. But when you get to try it, there's nothing really worth (re)purchasing about it.

While it worked for some, sad to say, it didn't work for me. I'm a mascara eater and a snob so I'm pretty sure this one's not really worth waiting for (if you pre- ordered from somewhere), or shelling out money on (if you find a seller who sells this for 1k and up). But to those who are giving this the benefit of the doubt, It's not bad to try one. Who knows? It might work for you. Especially if you have thick lashes, where the fibers can cling on steadily. But for people with sparse lashes like me, we're better off with Maybelline's colossal mascara or Max Factor's False Lash Effect Mascara.

THIS WEEK'S HAUL

Hello my avid readers! It's another great and hectic week for me.

Anyhoo, here are some of my hauls for this week. All came in two separate love packages. :)

Finally, I already bought myself a high- end jeans brand. The brand is Chip and Pepper, which is a favorite of some Hollywood stars like Mischa Barton and Jessica Simpson.

And the much- raved about mascara, the Imju Fiberwig is also part of my internet haul.

**MY TAKE ON IMJU FIBERWIG UP AHEAD!

THIS WEEK'S HAUL

Hello my avid readers! It's another great and hectic week for me.

Anyhoo, here are some of my hauls for this week. All came in two separate love packages. :)

Finally, I already bought myself a high- end jeans brand. The brand is Chip and Pepper, which is a favorite of some Hollywood stars like Mischa Barton and Jessica Simpson.

And the much- raved about mascara, the Imju Fiberwig is also part of my internet haul.

**MY TAKE ON IMJU FIBERWIG UP AHEAD!

50% off Chic eKids Designer Online Boutique

Chic eKids offers unique collections of high end designer clothing for babies and children from newborn to 6 years old. Their collections appeal to both fashionistas and traditionalists wanting fine quality clothing finished to a high standard with exceptional styling.

Get 50% off with code: DASH50 until Jan 31st.

60% off Du Pareil au Même (DPAM) Winter Collection

Du Pareil au Même (DPAM) is offering up to 60% off their Winter collection until February 2nd!

France's DPAM offers a wide selection of baby, boys and girls clothing sizes 0-14 years, shoes and baby goods at a great price-quality ratio.

baby star to Donate 10% January Sales to Haiti

Conceived out of the desire to balance style, functionality and sustainability, baby star designs simple, modern essentials items.

baby star is offering 20% off code: STAR20 Plus 10% off all January sales will be donated to support Mercy Corp's efforts in Haiti.

Everything But The Princess 35 Designer Brands for Spring/Summer 2010

Everything But The Princess has over 35 brands to choose from from European's finest designs, to girly dresses, swimwear, shoes & accessories, or totally trendsetting styles.

Check out their S/S pre-order 50/50 deposit program and Free Shipping.

Little Maven by Tori Spelling S/S 2010 Collection - 15% Off

Defined by the modern Hollywood lifestyle, Little Maven by Tori Spelling is fun, young and incredibly versatile.

Hollywood chic and seaside casual has created a unique style, mixing elements of resort with more distinct expressions of vintage and glamour.

Discover Little Maven's new S/S 2010 collection and get 15% off orders 150+. Plus, don't miss their Fall/Winter clearance at 50% off!

Little Fashion Galley Final Markdowns Up to 70% Off!

Little Fashion Galley is offering final markdowns of up to 70% off on European designer kids brands: Album di Famiglia, Antik Batik, APC, Bellerose, Carmel Baby & Child, Finger in the Nose, Imps&Elves, Little Marc Jacobs, Maan and many more!

Don't miss your last chance for deep discounts!

70th Edition of Pitti Imagine Bimbo Trade Show

The 70th edition of Pitti Imagine Bimbo Trade Show took place last weekend - Jan. 21-23 in Firenze, Italy.

Pitti Imagine Bimbo included 512 brands from around the globe plus fashion shows featuring designers' F/W 2010-2011 collections.

Dashin Fashion's Pitti Imagine Bimbo 70 trade show review is coming soon....

Spring has sprung at Childrensalon!

Spring has sprung at Childrensalon! Shop the new S/S 2010 collection including new brands. Plus find up to 70% off the Winter collection.

Check out The Adorables section where you can share photos of your little models!

Arabella Belly Maternity Grand Opening Sale!

We've got exciting news for our moms to be....Arabella Belly Maternity is celebrating their grand opening where you'll save 15% off on the entire store until March 31st with code: GrandOpening!

You have spent years building a wardrobe that reflects your sense of style and compliments your figure so when you find yourself pregnant, you want to maintain your prebump fashion status.

Arabella Belly Maternity's unique selection of designer maternity apparel, accompany their stylish collection of baby clothing for boys and girls as well as preemies.

Whether you are looking for cute comfortable maternity shirts or that special outfit to bring baby home in, you are sure to find it a Arabella Belly Maternity!

END OF THE WEEK'S HAUL

Hello dearies! :) Can't think of any introduction. I just simply wanna say, here's my haul for the week. :)

And here's a haul from Fully Booked. Fave purchase is the Michael Jackson CD. I'm such a die- hard fan. Dayum, how did I afford to miss the movie????

And here's a cute pouch bought by mom from egg. It's so sweet of her to think of me when she strolled around Megamall this morning.

And another product to review for you guys. :)

CIAO! HAVE A GREAT WEEK! :)

END OF THE WEEK'S HAUL

Hello dearies! :) Can't think of any introduction. I just simply wanna say, here's my haul for the week. :)

And here's a haul from Fully Booked. Fave purchase is the Michael Jackson CD. I'm such a die- hard fan. Dayum, how did I afford to miss the movie????

And here's a cute pouch bought by mom from egg. It's so sweet of her to think of me when she strolled around Megamall this morning.

And another product to review for you guys. :)

CIAO! HAVE A GREAT WEEK! :)

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: LEYENDE FACE CANVASS

Here's an initial review on LEYENDE FACE CANVASS

PRICE: 495PHP (MALL PRICE)
PLACE BOUGHT: FREE FROM A FRIEND
OTHER LOCATIONS: LEYENDE, TRINOMA; DIRECT SELLERS

THE VERDICT:

Sis Sydean of blogger and Girltalk gave me a sample jar of this face canvass. I actually thought that it was a lotion due to the sweet and buttery scent. I actually applied it on my knees and sis Sydean told me that it's actually a primer/moisturizer.

After using the product for the first time, I love how it kept my oilies at bay! It smelt so yummy, though some might find the scent too strong. I think it has mango butter, that's why it smelled a bit creamy and sweet.

Scent can linger but it's not too overwhelming. However, the scent is too strong so you'll even find yourself smelling the product on your fingers, skin, brushes, or on your face as well. Some might not like it, but I can tolerate it.

Once applied, it is absorbed quickly. It feels like a moisturizer but when you start blending it on your skin, it actually turns a bit dry and rubber-y, which is a characteristic of a face primer (comparable to the texture of my Kryolan Invisible Matte).

My face excreted oil, but I'm amazed how it was kept to a minimum, thanks to Leyende. It's almost at par with my Kryolan Invisible Matte!

The jar I got is quite big so the small one is from Beabi. I transferred some there so I could bring it with me anywhere.

I still use my Kiehl's ultra facial moisturizer because for some weird reason, my face routine feels incomplete without it. But I sometimes use Leyende on its own since it is also a moisturizer on days where I feel lazy to slather too much stuff on my face.

Will I buy this again? OF COURSE! But I doubt that I'll be buying in the next few months since the jar I have with me is toooo big and a little goes a long way! At last, I've found a cheap alternative to my Kryolan Invisible Matte! :)

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: LEYENDE FACE CANVASS

Here's an initial review on LEYENDE FACE CANVASS

PRICE: 495PHP (MALL PRICE)
PLACE BOUGHT: FREE FROM A FRIEND
OTHER LOCATIONS: LEYENDE, TRINOMA; DIRECT SELLERS

THE VERDICT:

Sis Sydean of blogger and Girltalk gave me a sample jar of this face canvass. I actually thought that it was a lotion due to the sweet and buttery scent. I actually applied it on my knees and sis Sydean told me that it's actually a primer/moisturizer.

After using the product for the first time, I love how it kept my oilies at bay! It smelt so yummy, though some might find the scent too strong. I think it has mango butter, that's why it smelled a bit creamy and sweet.

Scent can linger but it's not too overwhelming. However, the scent is too strong so you'll even find yourself smelling the product on your fingers, skin, brushes, or on your face as well. Some might not like it, but I can tolerate it.

Once applied, it is absorbed quickly. It feels like a moisturizer but when you start blending it on your skin, it actually turns a bit dry and rubber-y, which is a characteristic of a face primer (comparable to the texture of my Kryolan Invisible Matte).

My face excreted oil, but I'm amazed how it was kept to a minimum, thanks to Leyende. It's almost at par with my Kryolan Invisible Matte!

The jar I got is quite big so the small one is from Beabi. I transferred some there so I could bring it with me anywhere.

I still use my Kiehl's ultra facial moisturizer because for some weird reason, my face routine feels incomplete without it. But I sometimes use Leyende on its own since it is also a moisturizer on days where I feel lazy to slather too much stuff on my face.

Will I buy this again? OF COURSE! But I doubt that I'll be buying in the next few months since the jar I have with me is toooo big and a little goes a long way! At last, I've found a cheap alternative to my Kryolan Invisible Matte! :)

THIS WEEK'S NECESSARY HAUL :)

Hello darlings! How's your weekend? Mine's pretty tough due to midterm exams, rehearsals and character work and my business venture on the side that I should look after, I must say that IT WAS A PRETTY TIRING WEEK!

Anyhoo, why is this post entitled the necessary haul? Well, I've bought the stuff that I REALLY REALLY REALLY. REALLY. NEED. No extra hauls like make- ups, clothes, etc. Just sticked to the shopping list. :)

Some necessary stuff: Spatula for creams, 40ml empty cream jar (where I can transfer some of my Leyende Face Canvass cream) and a small multi- purpose box for hubby where he can put all his supplements so he doesn't have to bring the big jars always. :)

And here's a pair of heeled bootie- style pumps for my play. I need a good pair of high heels. And this just feels so comfy to walk in so I got this over the pumps in People are People.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND LADIES! :)

THIS WEEK'S NECESSARY HAUL :)

Hello darlings! How's your weekend? Mine's pretty tough due to midterm exams, rehearsals and character work and my business venture on the side that I should look after, I must say that IT WAS A PRETTY TIRING WEEK!

Anyhoo, why is this post entitled the necessary haul? Well, I've bought the stuff that I REALLY REALLY REALLY. REALLY. NEED. No extra hauls like make- ups, clothes, etc. Just sticked to the shopping list. :)

Some necessary stuff: Spatula for creams, 40ml empty cream jar (where I can transfer some of my Leyende Face Canvass cream) and a small multi- purpose box for hubby where he can put all his supplements so he doesn't have to bring the big jars always. :)

And here's a pair of heeled bootie- style pumps for my play. I need a good pair of high heels. And this just feels so comfy to walk in so I got this over the pumps in People are People.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND LADIES! :)

TODAY'S LOVE PACKAGE

Here's my love package for today courtesy of sis Sydean

:)

Leyende Face canvass samples! I'm sooo loving it the first time she sent me a sample. :) The smell is strong yet I like it! :)

**REVIEWS AHEAD! :)

TODAY'S LOVE PACKAGE

Here's my love package for today courtesy of sis Sydean

:)

Leyende Face canvass samples! I'm sooo loving it the first time she sent me a sample. :) The smell is strong yet I like it! :)

**REVIEWS AHEAD! :)

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: MISS DIOR CHERIE L'EAU EAU DE TOILETTE

Here’s an initial review on MISS DIOR CHERIE L’EAU

PRICE: 1300PHP (MY SELLING PRICE ALREADY)

PLACE BOUGHT: LE PERFUMERIE :)

OTHER LOCATIONS: RUSTANS MALLS

THE VERDICT:

I’ve been lemming so much for the original Miss Dior Cherie, but my supplier phased it out from their stocks already and started bringing in the newest look and formula of Miss Dior Cherie, which is L’eau. I asked and pleaded that they bring the old MDC back because it smelled sooo lovely!

I’ve fallen in love with Miss Dior Cherie upon trying it in Rustans. It’s the perfect marriage of floral and fruits in a perfume. Not too sweet and not too floral. I haven’t got the chance to try MDC L’Eau. My supplier told me that I should try the new one since its one of their best- sellers, and they only have a few stocks left. Since I’m loving Dior Perfumes as of the moment (I hope they have Miss Dior!), I got MDC L’Eau in lieu of the original MDC.

Let’s criticize the packaging. Packaging is very cute and feminine. It’s one of those stereotype bottles that you can find in dressers of uber feminine girls. And I don’t find it cheesy. I love everything girly. My only qualm about the packaging is the ribbon design. As much as I find it cute because it amps up the girly appeal of the bottle, I’m afraid that the edge of the ribbon design will snap if ever I accidentally sit or step on my bag.

Anyhoo, let’s now go to the actual product. A little bit of background: Miss Dior Cherie in 2005. Then it evolved into different formulations yet with the same packaging and iconic ribbon design:

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Parfum 2005,

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Toilette 2007,

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Printemps 2008(limited edition),

Miss Dior Chérie Blooming Bouquet2008(exclusive aimed at the Asian market)

Miss Dior Cherie L'Eau 2009.

Vogue. UK describes MDC L’Eau as:

Miss Dior Chérie L'Eau as "a sparkling and distinctive floral scent blended with notes of tangy yet spicy bitter orange, Gardenia and white musks that aims to sum up the certain 'je ne sais quoi' of the ultimate French girl. Pretty in every detail - down to the bottle's iconic bow - this lighter, François Demachy-designed adaptation of the original perfectly fits a long-standing perfume brief from Christian Dior himself, "Faites-moi un parfum qui sente l'amour" (make me a fragrance which smells of love)."

If you’re game for cottony and powdery scents, then this is perfect for you! The first time I sprayed this on, it reminded me of clean, white sheets, white linen dress, and a lovely spring day overlooking the daffodil fields with the fresh wind blowing through the sheer curtains. It’s a clean scent that’s perfect for daywear. Although some might find this too strong at first because of the bitter orange extract. At first spray, you can smell the bitter orange accord, then after a few seconds, the gardenia starts to settle with the bitter orange scent, which I think is the strongest whiff that you’ll get from this scent. Then it fades off and finally settles to a powdery, floral, and musky scent that smells so clean, fresh, and youthful.

I’m not partial to powdery scents because they tend to smell like deodorant sometimes. But this just drew me in! It’s the perfect powder scented perfume. Doesn’t smell like cheap, supermarket baby powder at all.

Some say that this is the same as the old MDC but I beg to disagree. This smells musky and the former is more on the fruity side.

Will I buy this again? Of course! I might make this as my HG perfume next to Eclat D’ Arpege by Lanvin. It’s a break from the light floral scent. If I want something fresh, feminine, and young, I’ll spritz some of MDC L’Eau on. But I hope my supplier brings in the original MDC because it’s the only fruity perfume that I can stand and have loved. The original MDC is still on sale in Rustans but there’s no way I’m shelling 5k for a perfume. It’s too much! MDC L’Eau also retails at around 5k. Get the authentic Singapore original perfume version for 1300php only.

MY WEEKLY UPDATE ON MY SINGAPORE- MANUFACTURED PERFUMES TEST AND EXPERIMENTATION

UPDATE 1:

I’ve been testing the Singapore- manufactured perfumes lately before selling out in the market. I’ve been wearing Versace Bright Crystals for two weeks now. Hubby loves it so much. VBC actually retails at 4k+ in Rustans and is always out of stock. I brought my Singapore – manufactured perfume version of VBC to Rustans ATC and compared it with the “US- manufactured Versions” sold there (which is most of the time sold in boutiques in our country). There’s absolutely no difference at all! It smelled 99% exactly the same as the ones sold in malls! Why did I say 99%? Because the Singapore manufactured perfumes has lesser oil content as compared to the US- manufactured versions that’s why the US versions smell stronger. But in terms of smell, there’s completely no difference at all!

UPDATE 2:

VBC lasted at around half a day on me, which is the staying power of my Lanvin perfume.

UPDATE 3:

I’ve also brought Escada Moon Sparkle for Women in Rustans, Makati and again, smell is 99% exactly the same! Refer to the first update regarding why I said that it’s 99% exactly the same.

THERE YOU GO! WILL CONDUCT MORE TESTS BEFORE BRINGING THESE CHEAP TREASURES TO MY DEAR READERS AND AVID BUYERS!

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: MISS DIOR CHERIE L'EAU EAU DE TOILETTE

Here’s an initial review on MISS DIOR CHERIE L’EAU

PRICE: 1300PHP (MY SELLING PRICE ALREADY)

PLACE BOUGHT: LE PERFUMERIE :)

OTHER LOCATIONS: RUSTANS MALLS

THE VERDICT:

I’ve been lemming so much for the original Miss Dior Cherie, but my supplier phased it out from their stocks already and started bringing in the newest look and formula of Miss Dior Cherie, which is L’eau. I asked and pleaded that they bring the old MDC back because it smelled sooo lovely!

I’ve fallen in love with Miss Dior Cherie upon trying it in Rustans. It’s the perfect marriage of floral and fruits in a perfume. Not too sweet and not too floral. I haven’t got the chance to try MDC L’Eau. My supplier told me that I should try the new one since its one of their best- sellers, and they only have a few stocks left. Since I’m loving Dior Perfumes as of the moment (I hope they have Miss Dior!), I got MDC L’Eau in lieu of the original MDC.

Let’s criticize the packaging. Packaging is very cute and feminine. It’s one of those stereotype bottles that you can find in dressers of uber feminine girls. And I don’t find it cheesy. I love everything girly. My only qualm about the packaging is the ribbon design. As much as I find it cute because it amps up the girly appeal of the bottle, I’m afraid that the edge of the ribbon design will snap if ever I accidentally sit or step on my bag.

Anyhoo, let’s now go to the actual product. A little bit of background: Miss Dior Cherie in 2005. Then it evolved into different formulations yet with the same packaging and iconic ribbon design:

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Parfum 2005,

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Toilette 2007,

Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Printemps 2008(limited edition),

Miss Dior Chérie Blooming Bouquet2008(exclusive aimed at the Asian market)

Miss Dior Cherie L'Eau 2009.

Vogue. UK describes MDC L’Eau as:

Miss Dior Chérie L'Eau as "a sparkling and distinctive floral scent blended with notes of tangy yet spicy bitter orange, Gardenia and white musks that aims to sum up the certain 'je ne sais quoi' of the ultimate French girl. Pretty in every detail - down to the bottle's iconic bow - this lighter, François Demachy-designed adaptation of the original perfectly fits a long-standing perfume brief from Christian Dior himself, "Faites-moi un parfum qui sente l'amour" (make me a fragrance which smells of love)."

If you’re game for cottony and powdery scents, then this is perfect for you! The first time I sprayed this on, it reminded me of clean, white sheets, white linen dress, and a lovely spring day overlooking the daffodil fields with the fresh wind blowing through the sheer curtains. It’s a clean scent that’s perfect for daywear. Although some might find this too strong at first because of the bitter orange extract. At first spray, you can smell the bitter orange accord, then after a few seconds, the gardenia starts to settle with the bitter orange scent, which I think is the strongest whiff that you’ll get from this scent. Then it fades off and finally settles to a powdery, floral, and musky scent that smells so clean, fresh, and youthful.

I’m not partial to powdery scents because they tend to smell like deodorant sometimes. But this just drew me in! It’s the perfect powder scented perfume. Doesn’t smell like cheap, supermarket baby powder at all.

Some say that this is the same as the old MDC but I beg to disagree. This smells musky and the former is more on the fruity side.

Will I buy this again? Of course! I might make this as my HG perfume next to Eclat D’ Arpege by Lanvin. It’s a break from the light floral scent. If I want something fresh, feminine, and young, I’ll spritz some of MDC L’Eau on. But I hope my supplier brings in the original MDC because it’s the only fruity perfume that I can stand and have loved. The original MDC is still on sale in Rustans but there’s no way I’m shelling 5k for a perfume. It’s too much! MDC L’Eau also retails at around 5k. Get the authentic Singapore original perfume version for 1300php only.

MY WEEKLY UPDATE ON MY SINGAPORE- MANUFACTURED PERFUMES TEST AND EXPERIMENTATION

UPDATE 1:

I’ve been testing the Singapore- manufactured perfumes lately before selling out in the market. I’ve been wearing Versace Bright Crystals for two weeks now. Hubby loves it so much. VBC actually retails at 4k+ in Rustans and is always out of stock. I brought my Singapore – manufactured perfume version of VBC to Rustans ATC and compared it with the “US- manufactured Versions” sold there (which is most of the time sold in boutiques in our country). There’s absolutely no difference at all! It smelled 99% exactly the same as the ones sold in malls! Why did I say 99%? Because the Singapore manufactured perfumes has lesser oil content as compared to the US- manufactured versions that’s why the US versions smell stronger. But in terms of smell, there’s completely no difference at all!

UPDATE 2:

VBC lasted at around half a day on me, which is the staying power of my Lanvin perfume.

UPDATE 3:

I’ve also brought Escada Moon Sparkle for Women in Rustans, Makati and again, smell is 99% exactly the same! Refer to the first update regarding why I said that it’s 99% exactly the same.

THERE YOU GO! WILL CONDUCT MORE TESTS BEFORE BRINGING THESE CHEAP TREASURES TO MY DEAR READERS AND AVID BUYERS!