REVIEW : ONE 'n' ONLY - ARAGAN HAIR TREATMENT OIL

Please forgive me for not blogging in so very very long. Just had so much on my plate with work and starting a family and the entire sha-bam. But that’s life and now that I am starting to get a groove back into things I am going to get back into blogging again. Since I have been away I have been able to try out some really great products and some not so much. What I really wanted to share with you all is a product I have been trying out for the last 3 and ½ months. Its called One ‘n’ Only – Aragan Oil Treatment By BaByliss Pro.

The one thing I just must say is that I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this product. Having fine hair and wanting to just simply add some shine to it without making it feel so oily and greasy with all these versions of shine serums just basically nothing worked for me other than the KMS Hair Serum.

Written on the Bottle:
Aragan Oil Treatment – Derived from Moroccan Aragan Trees.
Aragan Oil Treatment instantly absorbs into the hair for smoothness, shine and conditioning, leaves no oily residue.

Directions:Apply a small amount to wet or dry hair.

This treatment is good to help frizz, as a heat protectant, color protectant and I have even heard it even gives your hair UV protection. So to me this is a all in one leave in hair treatment. I use it usually just after washing my hair at night or just before styling my hair to go out. And I have even done double applications without washing out my hair, and it still does not make my hair feel oily, but rather it leaves it easy to manage, smooth, and looking healthy.

In Australia a 100mL bottle usually retails for about $35 so with the current exchange rate its approximately Php 1610.00 a bottle.
And then they have 7.4mL bottles that will retail between $5- $7 which is approximately Php230 – Php 322 .

Considering that I have been usuing the 7.4mL bottle for about 3 and ½ months and still have 1/3 of the bottle left with almost using it daily is great for its price. My hair is relatively long but it is fine, but the amount of product you use really is like half a pea size. It goes a long way.
There are also other products called Moroccan oil that I still have yet to try, that usually a fair bit expensive. But so far in my eyes they seem to do very similar things if not the same.

PRODUCT SUMMARY

Pros: 

- It’s affordable – comparing to the amount of product you use. I will probably use one 100mL bottle for an entire year maybe even longer.
- It’s a multifunctional product
- Leaves hair smooth, easy to manage, no frizz, heat,color and UV protectant.
Cons:
- not sure if its available locally in the Philippines.

RATING - 4.5 stars out of 5 just because its not locally available everywhere. But other than that its AMAZING!

So anyway ladies and gents if you get a chance to try this amazing product! Do so because I am sure you will not regret it.

                               Some other products by One 'n' Only




DISCLAIMER: Photos were burrowed from google seach to display the product. And I was not paid or sponsored in anyway to do this review. I paid for the item fully.

DRY SKIN ??? - SUGAR OLIVE OIL SCRUB ANYONE CAN MAKE!!

Dry Skin problems??? All creams, serums and faces masks just don't seem to cut it? Well here is something that you might not have tried, and what is wonderful about this face scrub is that anyone can just whip it up in their kitchen in no time.


This home made scrub has been around for a very long time.



All you need is:

2 or 3 Tablespoons - Extra Virgin Olive Oil ( It needs to be extra virgin)
1/2 cup                 - Sugar ( not artificial sweeteners) 
2 Tablespoons       - Honey (not maple syrup)
1                         - Mixing Stick
1                         - Small Container w/Lid




Directions:

 Add 2 or 3 tbsp of olive oil

add 2 tbsp of honey 

add 1/2 of sugar 

mix everything together

Put the extra virgin olive oil, honey and sugar into the container, then mix together. 

This is the finished product.

How to apply:

First ensure your face is clean and makeup free. 

Use a spatula and get a small amount, about the size of the tip of your pinky should be enough for your entire face, and scrub into your face for 60 seconds, then rinse off.

You should instantly feel your face feel smooth and moisturized.

If you feel you need more moisture, continue and apply your moisturizer. 



Storage:

Do not store this scrub in the fridge, because the mixture will harden up and become hard to use.
You can store it in your pantry, with the lid tightly closed to prevent ants from getting into it. It should not go bad for at least a month.

Fun Facts:

-      Olive Oil does not clog up your pores, although it does contain vitamin E, which you will find in a lot of your creams and serums, this is what keeps our looking healthy and moisturized. What’s also wonderful about olive oil is that if you ever run out of makeup remover, olive oil is another great option.

Personal Opinion:

I discovered this scrub watching one of my favorite makeup guru's Michelle Phan on youtube.
I have tried this scrub. The inital smell of this scrub is not pleasant. But once applied you can not smell it any more. After finishing applying and rinsing off, I feel my skin instantly smooth and clear from any flaking and dry skin. 

I really suggest if you can't find something to assist your dry skin problems in 
creams and serums, or you just want to save some money. This is definitely a great alternative.


Keep Aspiring!!!

SUMMER GIVEAWAY COMPETITION - MOI COSMETICS

SUMMER IS NOW HERE, the heat is now hitting us, packing away those winter clothes, buying our new summer dresses, flip flops, bikini's and refreshing our entire looks with bright new blues, greens, golds and so on.

So here is your chance to get a great new set of cosmetics that will help you refresh that whole look of yours.

It is time to whip out those makeup brushes and some of those colors you barely use and create something fresh and exciting and have a chance to 

WIN Php 2700.00 worth of MOI Cosmetics.

All you have to do is click on the image above to go to the mechanics, email your entries to moicosmetics@yahoo.com .   

Here are the details below 

1. WEARABLE LOOK:

You can create any look that you would wear out this summer. Use as many colors as your heart desires. Just make sure that
it would be something you would wear out. It does not have to be over the top, simple also stands out.

2. EXTRAVAGANZA :

By this we mean super over the top. This is for your creative side, allow your imagination to go wild, and create anything.

You may join either category or even both, To increase your chances on winning. Although please note that you can not win both major prizes, Lets be fair on everyone.

2 x MAJOR PRIZES include


1x 20 piece brush set w/pouch
1x MOI Cosmetics 88 warm palette
1x MOI Cosmetics Cream Eyeshadow ( your choice of color, depending on availability)
1x MOI Cosmetics sample size cosmetic glitter (You choice of color, depending on availability)
1x Makeup Headband
1x Collagen Face Mask

WORTH : Php 2700.00

Additional items may be included depending on the progress of the competition.


CONSOLATION PRIZES


10% DISCOUNT VOUCHER ON ANY ORDER OF MOI COSMETICS

All you need to do in order to be eligible to participate is to follow the mechanics.

So have fun girls and guys.

Till next time.

ACNE PROBLEMS = ANSWER - SOS TROPICAL SOULTION

As you my fellow readers and bloggers, will now be aware of my constant search for a answer to my acne problems without spending all my money.

I believe I have now found my answer.

I have stumbled across the SOS (Save Our Skin) Solution treatment. It is available in your local Watson’s pharmacy for only P100.00.  It contains Clindamycin Phosphate, 1%  Tropical solution with Vitamin E.

It says on the bottle:

Clindamycin 1% Tropical Solution with vitamin E is a tropical antibiotic which contains an antioxidant use in the treatment of acne vulgans. The combination of antibiotic and Vitamin E’s natural skin repairing  substance is an innovation that can prevent, heal acne as well as acne lesions and scarring.

I am very weary of what I put on my skin, since lately certain products have been making me break out more than ever.  Although I have been using this product for just about a week now and I have seen a big improvement in my skin and the reduction of acne and scarring.

I really love this product and I will continue to use this product to treat my acne issues.

Directions:

Wash affected area gently with soap and water.  You may use warm, moist compress to open the clogged pores. Shake SOS roll on and apply topically by gently  rolling SOS on the affected area. When applying  around the face, avoid the eye area. Use SOS once or twice a day depending on the severity. To fully enjoy the benefits of SOS, it is recommended to use up to 12 weeks for  total healing.

The roll-on type of bottle makes it easy to apply to the face without wasting a lot of product, although this is a treatment that you would not want to share with anyone, just for the hygiene reason.

I personally apply this solution twice a day once before I sleep and before I go out for the day.

Pros:

Affordable

Available Locally

Easy to use

Effective

Cons:

Not hygienic

Overall rating:

I give this product a 4.5 out of 5 I really love this product, although for the hygiene reason I less the .5

So if you simply cant find anything else that works for you, try this SOS Tropical Solution.

REVIEW: CLEAN & CLEAR ACNE CONTROL KIT and OLAY TOTAL EFFECTS FOAMING CLEANSER

Hey readerz,


I guess its about time to finally get back to blogging again after this insanely busy holiday season. My family has been and gone from the good old land down under - Australia, to visit us and the rest of the family here for the Christmas season. Oh, it was a good time, although to be honest, you know when a big family gets together you can't escape thoes unecessary fights we all have. But thats life, I wouldn't have it any other way. So I hope you all had a good holiday season.

Anyway back to the actual review of this blog.

So as you all know I was trying out the Clean & Clear Acne Control Kit, hoping it was the answer to all my prayers for all my acne problems lately.

Unfortunately to be honest, This kit did not do me much good at all. I thought after the first few days of use I was seeing my skin clear up. But unfortunately after day and night during 2-3 weeks of use I had no results, my skin was still popping up with annoying acne and it just would not go away.

I was not happy at all, given that I had to attend a few weddings and parties, the last thing I want is acne showing through all my photos.

So here are the pros & cons of my experience for this product.

Pro:

- Affordable

- Available Locally

- Most of clean & clear lines are effective unfortunately for this one it is not for me.

- Easy to apply with a simple step to step program

- Nice packaging

Cons:

- Does not work for me

Overal Rating:

This is a nice product, especially if it works for you, Just unfortunately it did not for me at all. I wont be repurchasing this product again :(

So after I determined that I was not happy with the clean & clear acne control kit, I just tried to make sure I washed it morning and night with facial wipes or soap. Gradually over a few weeks of doing this, my face was getting clearer - YAY. It wasn't removing everything and I still had acne marks left on my forehead, but it was going away. But I decided to go for a chemical peel at my local facial center for PHP 400.00. Usually you get it for PHP 1500.00 at other facial clinics. So I figured why not give it a shot, since I have watched a co-worker's face clear up after having the same treatment.

So, the dermatologist explained that over a week my face will slowly peel and remove my first layer of skin. She advised me to use only sunscreen(am only), the anti-biotic cream (provided by the clinic) and soap every morning and night. Never apply moisturizer, scrub, scratch or pick at the pealing skin.

This treatment only takes 15 minutes to apply, then you must leave it on for an hour until you may wash it off.

15 minutes does not sound like a big ask, but Oh did I wish someone would of told me what I was going to go through during that 15 mintues. My face was itchy and stingy and you cant scratch it at all. And then it'll stay like that for the 1 hour. I assume this is because the chemicals are potent and just absorbing into the skin until the skin dries up and begins to peal.

After the 1 hour the face starts to settle down, and it's not so hard to bear. But I was regretting going for the facial. After 1 day your face goes very red, but the clinic sells a tinted moisturizer so it does not looks so bad, but I didn't know they were selling at the time, so I found out after it was too late, ugh.

Anyway after the 2nd day - 4th day your face should have started pealing and almost finished.

My face was nice clear and smooth again. So I do not regret in the long run doing this treatment, all my acne scars were gone and my exsiting acne dried up and is not bothering me so much any more.

I do recommend having this treatment only if you NEED it, as in you wish to remove scars that you can't remove any other way. This treatment can only be once a month, but again not on a regular basis, is my own oppinion.

Pros:

- Clears up skin

- My clinic provides the service at a affordable price

Cons:

- Skin gets itchy and stingy whiles treatment is ongoing and after 2 days after treatment.

-Treatment takes 1 week to complete

- Expensive at most facial clinics

Overall:

I am happy with the results, just wish it didn't take 1 week to complete. I will have this service done again, but proberly not in the near future.

So, since I went through all of that for one week, I wanted to make sure I kept my skin in the same condition. So I went out looking for a good cleanser that would remove the dirt and keep my face clean. 

I decided to try Olay Total Effects foaming cleanser, because it claimed to, " remove excess oil, gets rid of dirt, removes makeup, gentle on skin, doesn't overdry, helps lift away dull surface skin, non comedogenic". It sounded like the perfect cleanser. 

And to be honest, It does hold up to it's standards, It really helped me to keep my skin clear from all the acne, it was really gentle on my skin. Although, I am still not sure on how well it does to brighten up my skin. But I must say for everything else, this is a great product to try. 

It is available at all leading supermarkets and drugstores.

Pros:

Gentle on skin
Removes Dirt
Removes Makeup
Helps keep skin oil free

Affordable
Available locally

Cons:

Does not assist with brightening up skin

Overall:

This is a great product to try if you are still on the search for a good cleanser.

I rate this product 4.5/5 because it does not hold up its promise to brighten up dull skin.

 Much love and until next time readers,

Pimple Problems - Clean & Clear Acne Control Kit

Wow, I have really neglected my blog site for a while sorry guys. Anyway I have a few reviews coming up soon. So watch out for them

Lately, I don’t know if it’s because of my diet or stress, or possibly a combination of both. I have been getting so many break outs over the last couple of months. Everything that used to work for me, just isn’t working for me now. So I’ve been searching for a new remedy, so one night while I was looking for my new solution in SM, I came past this little set – Clean & Clear active clear acne control kit by Johnson & Johnson.


The thing that grabbed my attention was that it stated on the box, “100% of people saw clearer skin in 1 day”. Usually you would see products claiming approximately 80%- 95%, but for a brand to claim 100%, must be pretty darn good.

I got this for Php 550.00 in SM Watson’s. It comes with a pack of four pieces. Acne control cleanser, Acne control toner, Acne control moisturizer and a acne control speed gel. So all of these show the best effects when used together.

So I will be taking a few days pictures of my progress using this product. Oh please let this be the one. I want my annoying lil’ bumps on my face to fade into nothing, and, I have my nice smooth face one again.

Have any of you got to try this products? If yes, what do you think of it? If no, What do you suggest I try, if this fails?



Much Love,

Till next time,



Allie

Review: Face Cleansing Exfoliator

Just the other day I picked up this unqiue little piece at a P85.00 store at Robinsons Galleria, while waiting for a meeting.

I can't remember the name of this shop was, It started with a S, and eveything inside the store was Php 85.00, some pieces worth it and some seemed a little over priced for Php 85.00. But I just came across this facial cleansing exfoliator silicone type brush and I though for Php 85.00 whats the loss.

Im sure we are all aware of the importance of exfoliating your face on a regular basis, is important part of making sure your face is clear of excess dirt and dead skin cells, and allowing the skin to become smooth and glowing.

And because recently im having a problem with random zits appearing, Im trying to do everything to make my face clear and smooth once again.

So, when you first take out the little scrubber, its got these several silicone bristles (if you can call them that), and there is a little part at the back where you slide your index finger and your middle finger on each side so you can hold it into place to scrub all over your face. The inital smell of the brush is not at all pleasant, but give it a quick wash under water, and its all gone.

How to use
1. First apply your face cleanser of choice
2. Get hold of your brush
3. Then start to scrub your cleanser into your face, in a circular motion

4. Once finished wash your face and scrubber
5. Dry your face - and the result your face should be all smooth.

nice and smooth

I have used this brush for the last 3 days every morning and night, It has been sucessful in making my face smooth, but as for assisting in reducing acne, not so well. But will let you know after a few weeks.

Anyway once again that will be all for now, and
until next time - :)

What do you use to exfoliate your face? Does it work well? And does it help with reducing acne?

Ellana Haul

Ellana has come out with a few new products, and I just had to give these babies a whirl.

These are the few items I have just got,


Ellana Lip Tint  - Lovestruck & Infatuation
Ellana Stick Concealer - Alive & Refresh
Ellana Bronzer - Light Roast

nude lips - nothing applied

lovestruck on top lip & infatuation on lower lip

These lip tints used to be refered to the lip color that came in little tubs. However, now they come in the little tubes for the same price. However, I think these tints give off much more color compared to the lip colors.

When first applied - they go on so smooth and creamy, you don't need to apply alot at all. And for about the first 5-10 minutes you feel a fresh tingly feeling that I like to refer to as "sensation".

Unfortunately, the tints don't stay on for very long, they are very nice, and I am looking forward to trying some more shades. And wondering how long 1 tube will last me.

So we will see how well it goes.

left is refresh - a salmon toned concealer right is alive - a yellow toned concealer

top is alive;  bottom is refresh

So here is a very new product, where Ellana has annonced their first stick concealer formular, with tea tree oil.

They are very creamy when I swatched them. I think the refresh shade is proberly better for me as you can see in the swatch. But for most asian people, you will more than likely find that alive would work much better on your skin tone, but everyone is different.

So anyway I am very excited to see how well these concealers work under my eyes and on my belmishes. These go for Php 250.00 each.

And last but not least ellana has come out with two new shades of matte blushes, I got the light roast, the lighter of the two. Will let you know how I go with this shade.

Review: Bent Liner Brush

I finally got my little hands on this well raved bent liner brush.



I just always having trouble lining my upper lids, let alone winging it out. My brush was always sitting in the view of my eyes. Super frustrating, So I just knew I needed to get my hands on one of these brushes, without costing me a arm and a leg.


Unfortunately, not many sellers have a bent liner brush here in Philippines. So I started to research for places here in Philippines and hesitantly internationally.Then I stumbled across a website – saying Beauty & Minerals have a bent liner brush. Im not sure how much it is by itself but I got mine 2 for Php 500.00 so it worked out to be P250.00 each.

hehe yay I got the brush - but its got thoes weird lumps on the side - hope it just doesnt get worse.

I was super excited to finally have a bent liner in my hands, and, get the liner the way I finally want it to look, because my hand isn’t in my view.


I wasn’t quite sure what to expect because they haven’t posted any pictures of it, on their website, But Ms Sophie, described it to be just like the Smashbox Bent Liner Brush. So, I guess why not.


I was so happy to finally have this brush in my possession. I have used it twice, once with a cream and once with liquid liner. Both work well, and I find it so much easier to apply my liner on my upper lids, compared with my straight liner or angled liner brush.


Although, admittedly I must work on my technique on my winged out liner. But with practice I will get better.



Pros:


- Got a decent sized handle to ensure your hand does not get in the way


- The brush is narrow


- Affordable


- Available locally


- Easy to use


Cons:


- Not the biggest fan of pink ( but that’s nothing to be fussy about when you got this brush.


Overall:


I am happy I got this brush, How it will serve in the future will yet have to be seen. So I will update you on how I go with my winged liner technique goes, and, hopefully this brush will help me do it.

Review: Jumbo Fan Brush

I've been looking for a jumbo fan brush for some time now, and, I just couldn't find anyone who sold it, without coming in a whole set.

Then yesterday, I was in Landmark, whilst looking for a small comb before I went to go see NEW MOON!- (make sure you reserve your seats before going it pays off not waiting in that huge line). I just happend to walk past a misplaced jumbo fan brush, out of its section.

I had to grab it! It was Php 180.00 and plus it looked so lonely out of place hehe.

Anyway, this morning I got to try it out, after cleaning it and what not.

I used it to apply my bronzer and blush. It looks really natural and easy to apply, for me anyway its much easier for me to apply, because it doesn't pick up too much product, just enough so I don't look like a clown.

The brush 18.5 cm long, from the tallest hair of the brush to the tip of the handle. The actual brush is approximately 10cm wide, so It has alot of coverage and is perfect to quicky apply your blush, bronzer or illuminizer.

The hairs are very soft, not itchy or scratchy which is always a good plus.

Pros:
- Available locally
- Makes it easy to apply blush, bronzer & illuminizer
-  Hairs are very soft
- Affordable

Cons:
- Not easy to come by this brush


Overall :

I really love this brush, and I hope this brush will last me a long time, because I think I will be using this on a more regular basis from now on. This is not an essential brush for any kikays on a budget, but nonetheless, it is a really nice addition to the collection.

Review: Nivea Deodorant Vs Dove Go- Fresh Anti-perspirant

All us girls just don't like to admit it, but all of us at some time we all use some form of deodorizer to keep us from sweating it out and smelling up the office on thoes stinkin' hot days.

So I wanted to share with you the few ones that I like to use.

I use both Nivea Fresh Natural Ocean Extracts & Dove Go Fresh cucumber & green tea scent.

Both keep me from perspiring and feeling fresh all day - which is the main reason why we use them right. So for me these both work very well.

So for Nivea Fresh Natural - " with ocean extracts offers the confidence of 24 h effective deodorant protection, providing a fresh feeling, all day long. It's the optimal combination of reliable deodorant proection and NIVEA's mild care."

Pros:
- Available locally for about Php140.00
- Can be used for both females & males
- Hygenic to share with others because its only sprayed on
- Really lasts 24 hours without perspiring
- Doesn't irriate senstive skin
- Lasts for about 1 1/2 shared between two people - haha hubby and I share this one.
- Has a fresh, not overwhelming scent
- Available in roll on forms ( I don't like to use this especially when shared with others)

Cons:
- Irriates skin if the skin has been freshly shaved or plucked/epilated
- Spray Can is not good for the environment
- Can't take this on air travel - for fire hazards.


Overall:

I really enjoy the fresh scent and the protection this deodorant provides me throughout the day. Im just happy it doesn't leave that yucky white dusty look on my shirts that some anti-persperants give.

I give this baby 9/10 just because it isn't good for the environment.

On to the Dove Go Fresh Cucumber & Green Tea Scent

"The beautifyl thing about this deodorant besides the 24 hour protection? Well, with the fresh Green Tea & Cucumber scent it goes on clean & light. Feels fresh? Absolutely. Dove is also the only deodorant with 1/4 moisturising cream, after shaving, leaving underarms soft and smooth. So, what are you waiting for? Go Fresh! "

Just that little paragraph there just sells it all for me.  I want all of that!

You can smell that fresh scent they are talking about, not saying that it's much better than Nivea, its just as fresh scented as each other. I think the only difference between the two is the moisturizing factor. Because as I said above - When I shave my underarms, and I spary the Nivea - My underarms go red and irritated, as for the Dove Go Fresh, It feels moisturized and it isn't at all irriated.

Pros:
- Moisturizes underarms
- Lasts all day long - 24 hours
- Fresh and beautifully scented
- Lasts up to 2-3 months used on its own
- Can be used for females & males
- Hygenic to share with others (spray can)
- Available in roll on forms

Cons:
- Spray can isnt good for the environment
- Spray Can cant be taken on air flights due to fire hazards.


Overall:

I like this one also just as much as the nivea, but the one thing this one has over the nivea is the moisturizing quality.

This baby also gets a 9/10 for the same reason above- the spary can is just not good for the environment.

You can find both these in your local supermarkets or department stores for P140.00-P180.00. Good thing is these arn't sealed so you can test them for the scent prior to buying - always a plus.


Well thats it for now. Until Next time :)

REBONDING MODELS WANTED

Go from Frizzy to manageable and straight

Hey girls & guys,

Want that perfectly straight hair! But you just can't afford it?

Well here is your option. For ONLY Php 500.00 - your saving a total of Php 1500.00, this includes necessary treatments.

We are looking 3 models one for each hair type.

Type 1 - 100% virgin hair - this means you've haven't got any chemical treatments such has hair color, etc.

Type 2 -Previously Colored hair - When we say color - your hair can't of had any henna/metalic type hair colors or bleach in your hair. You must of had just a regular hair color applied to the hair.

Type 3 - Previously Chemically treated hair - This means you could of had a rebond, perm or relax 3 months ago.
EDIT:
We need to double check your hair hasn't been highly sensitized due to the chemical treatments; we will require you to come inside the salon to pre - check the hair to ensure that the rebond will not cause further damage to your hair - For both type 2 & 3

So if you fall into any of these categories and you wish to have your hair rebonded. Give us a shout out.

Reyes Haircutters Salon, is having a refreshment training for Express Rebonding by Cosmocare Philippines. So not to worry your in the hands of trained professionals.

Every few months Reyes Haircutters, likes to refresh the minds of its professional hairdressers to ensure they are making each clients hair the absolute best it can be.

Express Rebonding has been introduced earlier this year, and is being used by several salons within the Philippines. The difference between Express Rebonding and regular rebonding, is the amount of time you find yourself sitting in that salon chair.

The processing time for regular rebonding takes approximately 6 hours. For express rebonding, it takes 3-4 hours to complete. You knock it off by almost half the time, that you could be using doing something else.

When : Thursday, 26th November 2009

Time: 9am - 5pm

Where : Reyes Haircutters, N. Domingo - San Juan.

So anyway if your interested, shout out at least 2 days prior to the event.

Please make note:  You need to be completely honest about the condition of your hair. If it has been chemically treated or colored. It is in the intrest of the salon & yourself to do so, because as a end result, the people who are not honest, find themselves not completely satisfied with the result of their hair, because the attending hairdresser will not be able to treat the hair in the way it is needed to be protected from futher damage.

So if you been wanting a rebond for a long time for a cheap price - heres your opportunity


Until next time - love ya!

Come and visit MOI Cosmetics @ Santa's Workshop Bazaar this 28th-29th November. Many high quality products, brushsets, collagen masks and a few other bits an pieces you will be able to try out there.

You should also be able to test some of the palettes themselves! So don't miss out on a great opportunity.

To see the product range please visit MOI Cosmetics.

Sushi Made Easy

Do you like sushi? Don't you wish you could make it like the professionals do, without making such a mess

Heres your solution! Sushezi - Professional Sushi Made easy

What it says on the box

The easy way to make 'Professional' Sushi in your own home. Perfectly formed  No Guess work - No trial and error.
Easy to follow instructions. Fresh - Healthy - Delicious - Nutritious,
Using your own choice of imaginative fillings will make you a sushi expert and have your guests coming back for more.

This nifty device is great and affordable. I got mine in Australia in a local kitchen wear store of $30 AUD so in conversion Php 1260 . Im sure it possibly be available here in Philippines somewhere. Or you can find it at Sushezi Website .

This does not only make sushi, you can make cookies, sasuage rolls, etc. Let your imagination do the work.

INSTRUCTIONS
Making your Sushi (Maki)



1. Open your Sushezi and lightly oil the inside. Wet your hands to help handle the rice better. Make sure the plunger rod is sitting in the screw thread position. Pack 1/2 cup of Sushi rice mixture into one half of the Sushezi and repeat with another 1/2 cup into the other half, again making sure the plunger rod is in the screw thread position.


2. Lift out the plunger rod and lay it in the centre of one half of the rice. Press firmly down, making sure that the end plate is in position at the screw thread end. Repeat for the other half. This will provide a neat, straight groove. Lay your ingredients into the grooves.


3. Replace the plunger into the thread end in the screw channel with the end plate against the end of the thread.






4. Gently close the two halves together, starting at a 45º angle.




5. Clip the latches shut. Fit the end cap by lining up the marks and make sure it is secure by twisting to lock in place.






6. Hold the Sushezi in one hand and turn the plunger knob until the mark on the rod is reached (approx. 5 full turns). This will compress the rice mixture to the right consistency.






7. Twist the end cap to unlock and remove the cap. On a bench or tabletop, place a nori sheet glossy side face down with the longest edge closest to you. Push the plunger right through. Position the newly formed rice roll on to the nori sheet.






8. Roll up the nori sheet. Wet the nori sheet at the joining end with a little water to ensure that the overlap sticks.



9. To allow the nori sheet to soften, leave for 15 minutes before slicing. Moisten the blade of a sharp knife with water. Slice through. Wipe the blade of the knife clean after each cut. Using the cutting former will make the individual sushi evenly shaped and professional in appearance.



10. Enjoy!



Pros:
-Its easy to use
-Can make many different kinds of food with this device in a perfect roll, into little circles.
- Comes with instructions
- Affordable for what it does
- Easy to store in your kitchen cubboards
- No mess, fuss

Cons:
- Do need to experiment with the right amount of rice you put into the sushi maker, you can accidently put too much
- Need to trail 2-3 times before it makes
- May not be yet available locally


Overall

I love this sushi maker because its simple to use, although i'm not such a big fan of the sushi  thats available, I can use this to make my own sushi with the ingredients I like. Not only that I can try making other dishes with this.
Doesn't make such a big mess, easy to clean and store away.

So if you love sushi, this is definately something you should have in your kitchen cubboard, just for thoes days you need to get sushi into your tummy!


I give this little device a 9/10