Texture on Egyptian Magic cream and review after nearly 3 days using it

My review after almost 3 days using this cream.

I starting to use the cream [1] in the night of 2 October 2017 as my moisturizer cum make up base after Maghrib prayer. Then I use it as replacement of my night cream before went to sleep.
Then, I use the cream in the morning of 3 October 2017 same as 2 October 2017 step. That is using it as my moisturizer cum make up base. Same goes after each prayer. Then at night also as replacement of my night cream before went to sleep.
This morning I am able to see that my pores becoming less obvious. Even my skin become more hydrated. No more flaky scaly skin during BB cream application. Such a relief after almost 3 months of dry skin conditions.
Although there are few small red spots on area near my right nose, I could ignore since it is not itchy and obvious.
Well it is definitely not an easy task (which equals to Herculean task for me) to maintain good skin condition when you are in 30s. Lots of efforts is needed to get clear porcelain skin tone and conditions.

Texture of the cream can be seen via pictures below.

Hope you are able to see how fast the cream melted into my skin in the bottom left picture. I use spatula to scoop the cream in order to prolong it shelf lifespan and promote hygiene care.

Seems like I need to re-pack the cream into small case in order to reduce weight of my existing heavy make up bag and to be able to fit into smaller make up bag [2].

Make up tonight using Kylie lipliner code Dainty where it is more nude pastel of sweet creamy peach colour

Well the lipliner colour look too washed out in pictures above. Where it really have a lovely colour in actual/in the mirror😅

Till then, have a well moisturized and hydrated skin daily😂

References:

[1] http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/10/my-review-on-using-egyptian-magic-cream.html
[2] http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/10/compact-travel-make-up-bag-with-lots-of.html

Compact travel make up bag with lots of brush compartment

Just be a personal shopper for this compact yest spacious make up bag. It have lots of brush slot/compartment. Suitable for those who like to use minimum 5 brushes per application.

Dimension of the box is 27 cm x 16 cm x 4 cm

Unbox review:
- The material is waterproof.

- Have handle to make it easy to carry this bag separately.
- Ample brush slot which able to cater up to 15 to 20 brushes.

However, it just not enough size for my travel mirror [1]. Which it a must for me nowadays to bring  it for use daily in order to get a neat and spot-on make up application.

Will make review on the fill in part of this compact travel make up bag later [3].

Till then, have fun in bringing make up to work/travel😆

References:
[1] http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/08/importancy-of-vanity-mirror-with.html
[2] my big sturdy case make up bag. Still not big enough to fit in my magnifying mirror http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2016/06/my-travel-make-up-bag-for-work-and_41.html
[3] Fill up version http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/11/my-review-on-compact-travel-make-up-bag.html

Second update of asparagus and harum manis Oct 17

This is pictures taken this morning during drizzling rain. I manage to take it before going to work this morning of my asparagus and harum manis mango tree.

The one circled in yellow is the new leaves of harum manis mango tree for the top one. And bottom right is the new shoots of asparagus tree

This is the asparagus that I plant in rectangular size pot around 1 feet long x 4 inch wide.

Seems like my guts to add more palm oil soil does promote better growth rate for both my asparagus and harum manis mango tree.

My friend who give me the harum manis mangoes last time also already ask me to remember to invite him once it bearing fruits😆
First update of the asparagus can be found in this link [1].

Till then, have fun in taking care of your plants😘

Reference:
[1] http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/10/update-oct-17-on-my-mulberry-and-newly.html

My thesis degree in restricted access library UTM Skudai

One of my colleague stumble upon my degree thesis while looking for other thesis of previous students for reference usage new final year student.

Seeing this, makes me proud and happy. As other students still able to use my thesis for reference if needed. 

And my degree thesis still safe in UTM library server despite my Mum's house burn down last 18 June 2013 [1].

Will try to get clearer picture later

Till then, have fun reminiscing your past achievement😉

Reference:
[1] Details on my Mum's house that perish in fire in 2013 http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2015/03/the-loss-of-your-beloved-ones.html

My review on Fever Glam - Good Lady

I am wearing lipmatte brand Fever Glam code Good Lady today. Loving it.
It was like chocolate orange to nude colour. Best to be used when I put on heavy make up on the eyes like pictures below.

Overall, the lipmatte is easy to use. Also like it since it didn't dry out my lips at all.

Till then, have fun in playing with your lip colour😘

My review on using Egyptian Magic cream

I buy this cream my own out of curiosity plus since I am having dry flaky issue on my skin due to lack of rest and sleep. All effort to save my skin condition that is getting worsen for my standard.
I choose Egyptian Magic cream after doing few research on its benefit plus testimonials from user.

From website it is stated that this is hand made of 100% pure natural ingredients [1] that consist of
- olive oil
- beeswax
- honey
- bee pollen
- royal jelly
- bee propolis

This is among the benefit from using Egyptian Magic cream [2]:

#1: Amazing moisturizer
People often start using Egyptian Magic to solve a skin problem such as a rash or burn or scar, and then continue using it as a skin moisturizer and as an anti-wrinkle skin care cream. We find that using it twice a day does wonders for creating soft, smooth skin.

Testimonial: “This product is a serious miracle worker. I use it almost every single day. After cleansing my face at night, I slather it all over my face and neck. By the time I wake up in the morning, my skin is happily moisturized (no matter how dry it was the night before).” – Lauren Conrad in “Ask Lauren: How do I fix dry skin?”

#2: Healing Burns
Egyptian Magic has been used to take away sting or burning sensation after minor burns including sunburn.

Testimonial: “Magic or not I have been using it on a burn I received while at work with the flat iron ( those things are hot!!). It’s almost completely healed and I’m pretty sure I won’t have a scar.” – Blogger Blush and Beyond in “A cult status beauty product”

#3: Treating Cuts and Scrapes
Our loyal fans keep an extra jar of Egyptian Magic in their first aid kit exclusively as a treatment for cuts and scrapes.

Testimonial: “My brother was diagnosed with cancer of the neck in August 2009 (…) he is now cancer free, but he has been dealing with the tumor/wound left behind. Meanwhile, he had been applying Egyptian Magic before, during and after the radiation treatments. Suffice it to say that the wound has improved dramatically and amazingly. Even his wound care specialist physician is amazed at the speed of his recovery. The difference has been the use of Egyptian Magic.” – Martin H. Columbia, SC

#4: Fading scars
Many of our customers have commented on Egyptian Magic’s “magical” ability to heal scars. Although we don’t recommend it for older scars, the cream can indeed work wonders to heal relatively recent scars and skin discolorations. Egyptian Magic is popular among many plastic surgeons, who recommend it to their patients for accelerating the healing of plastic surgery scars.

Testimonial: “Scars from insect bites and accidents and generally drier skin than usual, the cream has helped to improve the overall situation a lot!” – Blogger Rebecca Saw

#5: Eczema & Psoriasis Relief
We find that about one-third of our customers discover Egyptian Magic after looking for natural alternatives to commercial moisturizing creams as a treatment for eczema and psoriasis. Though different in nature, both of these conditions can often be treated by the twice-daily application of a moisturizing cream, according to several authorities. All-natural Egyptian Magic is an ideal choice.

Testimonial: “I am a pediatrician in private practice in New York City and Kauai. One of my patients brought in her child with a history of eczema (…) This child’s skin, weeks after using your product revealed none of its former patchy dryness or generalized “leatheriness.”” – Mark Nesselson, M.D. Pediatrician

“One day, when my eczema was getting really bad…I caved and thought, “Just get it…another balm won’t kill ya.” And so I did. It’s really a no nonsense, high quality, super effective balm that does a really job and keeping my eczema calm- in a toxin free way.” – Blogger Eighth and Wild

#6: Hair Conditioner
For many of our clients, one of the most delightful discoveries is how beneficial Egyptian Magic can be as a moisturizing hair conditioner – either on a regular basis or as a conditioning hot pack. Egyptian Magic’s all-natural ingredients will restore luster to your hair, replenish its natural oils, tame frizz and condition split ends. In an article in People Magazine actor Carlos Barnard explains he uses Egyptian Magic for hair care.

Testimonial: “I had a pretty big ‘fro going in high school,” says Carlos Bernard, 40. “My hair goes wild, curly wild.” Now he keeps it in line with hair tamer Egyptian Magic, a gift from his wife, actress Sharisse Baker-Bernard” – Actor Carlos Bernard in an interview from People Magazine

#7: Lip Balm
The natural ingredients will do wonders for your lips and give them new life.

Testimonial: “I have been using it all week as a base for my matte lipstick – it absorbs just enough to allow for good lipstick application but it still provides quite long-lasting moisture. Used as a lip balm, this pot would last into the next millennium!” – Model Ruth Crilly from A Model Recommends

#8: After shave
Your skin is sensitive especially after shaving. In many cases you may have scars and/or irritation as a side effect. Use Egyptian Magic as an after-shave for a soothing effect. Egyptian Magic contains no alcohol or chemicals that might cause your skin to dry out.

Testimonial: “My face is easily irritated by shaving and if I have to shave for a few days in a row I end up with very irritated, red skin that’s prone to ingrown hairs. The Egyptian Magic has stopped all of that. (…) The next morning I wake up with perfectly calm, moisturised and glowing skin. Oh and a smear of this will heal a shaving cut really quickly and prevent any scarring if you get a bad one.” – Blog Skin Care for Men

#9: After Sun Lotion
Egyptian Magic is often used by our clients as an after sun lotion. The cream gives a soothing effect and your sunburned skin may embrace the natural ingredients.

Testimonial: “All of your summer activities will be helped by this brilliant concoction. (…) We put it on bug bites to immediately stop itching, on sunburns to soothe, on your lips to protect and moisturize.” – Actress Cameron Diaz in The Body Book

#10: Vaginal Moisturizer and Lubricant
According to many gynecologists, such as Dr. Uzzi Rees of Beverly Hills, CA, Egyptian Magic works well as a natural vaginal moisturizer and lubricant.

#11: Hand and Cuticle cream
Many fans treat their nails by using Egyptian Magic to moisturize and soften rough cuticles. Rub some Egyptian Magic on your hands and cuticles just before going to sleep to find nourished, soft and revived hands in the morning.

Testimonial: “I can’t live without Egyptian Magic. I literally just slather it on my face — it’s genius. I’ve actually been using it to repair my chapped hands after my bleaching incident” – Model Dree Hemingway in an interview with Popsugar.

#12: Makeup remover
Egyptian Magic is also used as a safe all-natural makeup remover. Apply on your eyes, and use a cotton ball to gently wipe your eyes clean. Do the same with the rest of your face. Some of our fans use a wet cloth instead of a cotton ball. The natural oils should break down the oils in your makeup. Not only is your makeup gone, your skin is moisturized and ready for bed!

#13: Eye Cream
Replace your eye cream with Egyptian Magic by dabbing a small quantity around your eyes. Some of our fans swear by it and its moisturizing properties.

Testimonial: “I have been using it as an eye cream for over a month now and have noticed a BIG reduction in my crows feet..thank you Egyptian Magic!  You were my last stop before BOTOX!!  Woo Hoo!” – Blogger Christie Moeller

#14: Massage Balm
Egyptian Magic’s melting texture is ideal for massages. Warm up the balm between your hands until it transforms into an oil and massage on skin. Just relax, its moisturizing ingredients will soften and nourish your skin.

#15: Tattoo Aftercare
After getting a tattoo, apply Egyptian Magic to the area to help with healing, to reduce scabbing, to soothe itching and redness.

#16: Diaper Rash
Egyptian Magic is safe to use on babies and infants. As a non-irritating and petroleum-free formula, it is found to prevent and heal diaper rash, while moisturizing and soothing the baby’s sensitive skin. However, as with any skin care product, please consult your pediatrician before use and do not apply if your baby may have an allergy to bee products.

#17: During and After Pregnancy
We’ve heard from mothers who use Egyptian Magic for stretch marks and cracked nipples. They apply the balm on breasts, belly and thighs during pregnancy to prevent stretch marks and keep their skin soft and supple.

Testimonial: “Egyptian Magic is gentle enough to use on baby and certainly a miracle on stretching skin, leaving you feeling hydrated all day or night.” – Blogger Hunter and Rose in “Pregnancy Skin & Beauty Survival Guide”

#18: Makeup Primer
Loved by Hollywood celebrities, stylists and makeup artists, Egyptian Magic is often used as a skin primer to give a unique glow and prepare skin for makeup. Many makeup artists rely on it at every Fashion Week to create a dewy and glowing make-up look. They apply the balm on the entire face or to highlight specific features such as cheekbones, eyelids or eyebrows. Some fans have also been using Egyptian Magic to set their eyebrows. You can even mix a liquid illuminator with your Egyptian Magic and use as a highlighter for a light contouring!

Testimonial: “It is absorbed well by my normal-to-dry skin and left a nice glow. This gave me the idea to use it as highlighter to create a soft strobing effect, and yes, it worked well ;)” – Blogger Finds of Beauty

#19: Hydrating Face Mask
If your skin is feeling dry, tight or dull, apply Egyptian Magic as a face mask and let the natural ingredients sink in. Apply a layer of Egyptian Magic on your skin, leave for 30 minutes and remove with a hot cloth. Your skin should wake up feeling much more nourished! Some of our fans have been using the balm as a mask while traveling, during a flight for example as the air-conditioning in the plane has a tendency to dry your skin.

#20: Cracked Heels and Elbows
Egyptian Magic can be applied to any dry area from head to toe! Discover a tip shared with us: before going to bed, rub some Egyptian Magic into heels and put on a pair of socks. You’ll wake up in the morning with nourished and restored feet!

Testimonial: “I literally feel light coming from it and it creates so much softness in my skin it literally felt like an overnight miracle. When I first used it, my elbows were as soft as when I was a teenager.” – Author Michelle Blood

Please remember that we make no medical claims for the product. However, every testimonial we put on the site is unsolicited and unedited.
*Can read all the benefit in their website [1].

The receive package. I get 5 small of 3 ml trial pack and free gift of Klairs trial pack product

I bought the 59 ml of the Egyptian Magic cream. It have larger size that is 118 ml. You can buy them online.

It have soft plastic scent. Similar texture and scent with Vaseline, but 50% lighter texture than Vaseline and 40% thicker/dense like lip balm texture. Can read details on the cream texture here in this link [3].  The plastic scent is fast gone after each application. It is fast melted and absorbed by skin like when I am using shea butter cream by The Body Shop last time. Since few review said have to use sparingly in order to avoid over damp moisturized face, I do use it in a very small quantity and add when necessary. I do use my make up spatula in order for hygiene purpose to prolong the shelf life of the cream.

I use it today as my make up base for my very simple make up for work.

This is the result for day time

I just use it as base to moisturize my skin. Where I skip two (2) items : moisturizing serum and primer. Then I immediately put on CC cream from Elianto and put on blush then lipmatte as per pictures above. Just realize I skip concealer today 😳

I am using the same step as per my day make up application to freshen up my face after maghrib prayer. Just to have fresh instead of exhausted (more towards zombie looks😅).

Pros:
- Fast absorbed by my skin. Like when I am using shea butter cream by The Body Shop last time
- I do find my make up last longer. Which my blusher normally will fade off after 2-3 hours
- My skin also hydrate. No flaky dry skin at all. Regardless I forget to exfoliate my skin after washing my face this morning😌
- My pores also less visible
- It also give a healthy glow to my skin in a good way

Cons:
- I found that there is few red bumps on my skin beside my right nose area. However it is not itchy. Still, I need to be alert on such abnormality

Verdict:
Well, I still need to test this out for 1 whole week in order to justify whether it is a worth to be as my daily routine or not. So far, I am satisfied with the results after using it only as make up base.

Till then, have fun in maintaining a moisturized skin daily😉

List of testimonials on Egyptian Magic cream:
[1] Using Egyptian Magic cream to moisturize pimple before make up application http://www.instyle.com/news/how-cover-pimples-zits

[2] Everyday usage by Kelly Wearstler http://egyptianmagic.com/kelly-wearstler-instyle-october-2010/

 [3] Favorite multi purpose cream by Kate Hudson http://www.instyle.co.uk/beauty/trends/busy-girls-beauty-essentials#2203653

References:
[1] http://egyptianmagic.com/
[2] http://egyptianmagic.com/best-uses/#
[3] http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/10/texture-on-egyptian-magic-cream-and.html
[4] my sweat proof make up with Egyptian Magic cream as base http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/11/my-sweat-proof-make-up-for-today.html

Update Oct 17 on my mulberry and newly planted asparagus

Since yesterday I was rushing to go to work, I am unable to look after my plants at home. Since I know my mulberries are ripening, I force myself to check on them when reach home after work regardless it is dark. Fortunately I bring my torchlight always with me. Therefore, below is the last night pictures. Using torchlight to ensure better lighting.

The black colour mulberries. I feel it taste sour. I prefer the red one with a hint of black colour

Compilation of this morning activities

The most top left is Ginseng jawa or Talinum paniculatum [3]. And Dell keep on following me when I was busy taking pictures of my plants cause he wanted to me to pet him.

Update on  my mulberries:

My mulberries is getting more red in colour and I manage to pluck 4 of them. It taste like the small buah jambu air. Sour with slight sweet taste.

What Dell do this morning

Dell climb my thigh when I was busy taking pictures. When I let him be, he rub his head to my face. And last is what happen when he is tired after following me around doing work at home. Can see his back leg park on my thigh😁

My 2 weeks asparagus

This is the look of my asparagus (type : marry washington) after replant them after 2 weeks time. The circled in yellow is the new shoots from the replant asparagus. I feel really happy to see the new shoots. As it means the asparagus is stable and can grow better.

The received asparagus last 21 September 2017

I bought the small asparagus tree online via seller in facebook.

Till then, have a good time gardening and playing with your pets.

References:

[1] When the mulberries getting red in colour http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/09/update-on-my-mulberries-and-dell.html

[2] When it started bearing fruits http://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.my/2017/08/my-mulberry-tree-finally-bearing-ripe.html
[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talinum_paniculatum

My review on True MatteMoist - Baby Gia

One of lip matte that I use nowadays. This one is vibrant of shocking pink in my eyes after apply on my lips. However in selfie under natural light, seems to be soft towards nude pink.

After using my selfie ring light, able to see slight pink compare to under natural lighting.

Can see from bottom picture on right, my lips look normal red instead of pink😒

The lipmatte is very moisturizing. Easy to use also. It does last longer provided I didn't eat 😁 This lipmatte requires re-application after each meal.

The obvious lipstain😔

The only issue I have is this lipmatte stain my mug😅

It was in pack of two (2) = code Baby Gia (shocking pink) and Coralie (coral orange)

I manage to buy it during clearance sale last month. After this, they will no longer produce lipmatte as they are going to focus on matte lipstick.
Well, lucky for me for being able to buy it.

Till then, have a good pink working day ahead😂

My review on Fever Glam - Kiss Me

I just using this liquid matte of Fever Glam code Kiss me yesterday.

My review:

It is easy to use.

Have pleasant chocolate scent.

It did not dry my lips at all.

My make up after using the liquid matte Fever Glam - Kiss me

What I like is it does not have paraben in the ingredient list. I do find that is a bonus for those who is avoiding paraben based product.

Till then, have a good time colouring your lips😆

Retirement gift for UTM FKE lecturer

Yesterday the ECE department of Faculty of Electrical Engineering (FKE) in Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Skudai organized a farewell ceremony for Mr Zuraimi.

He has been with FKE UTM Skudai since year 1988 if I was not mistaken.

He is one of the panel for my final year project during my degree in UTM Skudai last time.

My boss suggested that we gift him herbs as gift instead of fancy gift since we are towards organic planting. After coming up with list of plants that I grew at home for him to choose, we finally decided to give him a mulberry tree. Since his kids can also benefit from the fruits.

Summary if yesterday event and the gift. The cat is not included in the gift pack😁

I make a gift pack consist of 3 feet long mulberry tree and half ripe papaya. My boss help to paste card and bring the gift pack to the event place. Since I have done my share by packing the gift.

Some of the other lecturers did mention that my gift is like following the 2017 Southeast Asian Games. Where the medalist given a basket of sapling instead of the traditionally a bouquet of flowers [1]. Well we have to go green regardless what and I prefer to encourage organic and fresh food supplies😉
It would be nice if can make a practise that every retiree to plant one tree before they go. I do think it also would be a good example for green environment.

Till then, have a good weekend for Johorean😉

[1] http://says.com/my/sports/why-kl2017-sea-games-winners-are-getting-baskets-with-medal-trees