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A CHOCOLATE PRODUCT ROUNDUP JUST FOR YOU

February 14, 2015 /

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Happy Valentines Day! I have compiled a list of little treats for you that are perfect for any day, not just Valentines. These delights are beyond compare and must haves for all chocolate lovers. They also won’t throw a wrench into those healthy New Years resolutions we all made (we’re all still sticking to those, right?) Here are some ways to seriously indulge without feeling any guilt, bloating, or lactose intolerance aftermath.

Shea Butter & Malawi Sugar 2 n 1 Body Scrub Dark Chocolate
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I’ve sung the praises of this stuff before over on XoJane.
It really is incredible how chocolately and intense this product is. I love it’s fine granules and rich shea butter brownie batter consistency. It also leaves your body’s skin insanely soft. This is a must buy for chocolate lovers, must be tried to be believed!http://www.sheaterraorganics.com/Shea-Butter-Malawi-Sugar-2-n-1-Body-Scrub-DARK-CHOCOLATE_p_203.html

 

Elisha Coy Milk Cacao Black Sugar Scrub
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Ok, this is the version of the Shea Terra Dark Chocolate Scrub that’s suitable to use on your face. I’ve reviewed this before and I still love it now as much as I did then!Available on ebay from this trusted seller
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Elishacoy-Milk-Cacao-Black-Sugar-Scrub-70g-BELLOGIRL-/300548156905?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item45fa10ede9

and here also

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This sweet little lip balm has a very delicate chocolate aroma and is a delicious smelling way to battle dryness on your lips. If we have to wear lip balm, why not make it chocolate? Plus, it’s cute as hell! I think this would be a perfect small gift for someone, I’d present it with a box of real macrons!

Available from trusted sellers here on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Its-Skin-Macaron-Lip-Balm-9g-5-Love-choco-Sweet-Moist-Lip-Balm-/271645171916?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f3f5060cc

here
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Its-SKIN-Macaron-Lip-Balm-/331411264259?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item4d29a69303

and on amazon here
http://www.amazon.com/Its-Skin-MACARON-Balm-Chocolate/dp/B00MB4IGTU/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1423857855&sr=8-6&keywords=its+skin+macaron+lip+balm

Missha Creamy Latte Cleansing Foam #01 Choco Latte
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For those of you who like the chocolate + coffee power combo, Missha has the cleansing foam for you. This scented creamy face wash really does smell like a chocolate latte! Coming in at under $5 on ebay, and under $10 on amazon, it’s the most economical, healthy way to have a delicious treat every morning 😉

and Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/MISSHA-Creamy-Latte-Cleansing-Chocolate/dp/B00EBZBV6W/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1423858708&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=Missha+Creamy+Latte+Cleansing+Foam+%2301+Choco+Latte

Klairs Be Clean Manuka Honey and Chocolate Body Soap
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In that same article I raved about the Shea Terra chocolate scrub, I also talked about this wonderful Klairs soap. I love the hearty chocolate cereal smell.  I can also attest to it’s lasting power. After several months of using this soap, the bar has hardly shrank. This is a high quality milled soap, it’s lasted much longer than my Lush soaps, and leaves my skin clean without feeling stripped. I love this soap! You can’t beat it when combined with the Shea Terra and Elishacoy scrubs for a full chocolate bathing experience.Available at Wishtrend
http://www.wishtrend.com/skin-care/1077-be-clean-natural-soap-5types-klairs.html?a_aid=thebeautywolf and you can get $5 off your first order by signing up via my link https://www.wishtrend.com:48598/?s=022463306 and entering code 022463306 upon sign up!I also see it here on ebay but I’ve never heard of this seller so proceed with caution
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/KLAIRS-Be-Clean-Natural-Handmade-Soap-5Types-Hair-Face-Body-Hand-Foot-Soap-/121426486488?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item1c459524d8
Remember, you only live once, treat yourself!
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INNISFREE CREAMMELLOW LIPSTICK REVIEW

November 24, 2014 /

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I love a good red lipstick. It’s one of those classic items that comes in so many varieties, that I have to try to separate the wheat from the chaff.  From there I narrow it down even further and select my very favourite red lipsticks of the year. Last year it was a the surprising Etude House Minnie Kissing Lips. I’ve tried many contenders, some were great, some were meh, but none of them hit that “Ahhhh yisss, motherfuckin’ red lippie” status that I search for. A few months ago I viewed the Pony’s red lip HyunA tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rz3rWTQXQgU
Let me tell you, as soon as that video ended I had the Innisfree CreamMellow lipstick shade #8 in my cart and I clicked purchase embarrassingly fast. I had a strong feeling that this  was going to be my pick for this year’s favourite red.

I wasn’t wrong.

Immediately out of the box I noticed this bright, clear, blue based red was looking like a glistening christmas light. The colour is intense but mellowed oh so perfectly by the slick, almost gel like hydrating formulation. It glides on slick but still creamy.
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It’s a very unique texture and I dig it. It’s moisturizing and light. People battling dry lips this winter will really appreciate this formula. If matte lips are more your thing, be sure and watch the Pony tutorial posted above, she demonstrates how you can have the best of both worlds with this lipstick by adding in a light dusting of some Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder.  I’m usually a huge matte fan but I went with the full on gloss the first time trying it just to get a feel on how it really wore in it’s natural state.
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Unfortunately, with something this emollient you can’t expect a long wear time. Last week I put this to test when I went to have a super casual bowl of ramen to close out the weekend of birthday festivities leading up to my actual b-day. To test out the longevity of a lipstick, ramen is about as heavy of opponent as I can think of, aside from fried chicken (mmmmm, that reminds me, looks like my next lipstick test will be delicious fried chicken). I tried to hold out as long as I could but as soon as I hit my first blot with a napkin, I could tell my lipstick was going to be a goner by the end.
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As you can see above, it was almost completely wiped out by the end of the meal. The positive there is it doesn’t leave any funky staining behind should you want to switch to a more subtle shade for some reason later in the day. So plan on sticking this one in your purse if you’re wearing it out because it is going to require touchups throughout the day. That’s no surprise though, so I don’t even really count that as a negative. All in all I absolute LOVE this lipstick and shade, and this is my absolute favourite red of the year. The formula is unique and it feels like a cushy dream on your lips.
Five out of five perfect little red turtles.
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Innisfree Cream Mellow Lipstick in shade #8 is available at W2Beauty where as always you can get a $5 voucher for your first order immediately by signing up through my link http://w2beauty.com/?s=071087605 and entering code 071087605 at registration. That discount puts this lipstick at the barely over $10 mark and makes it an excellent deal!

You can also get one on Amazon here
http://www.amazon.com/Innisfree-Creammellow-Lipstick-Glossy-Red/dp/B00P8O95FY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1434120321&sr=8-2&keywords=INNISFREE+CREAMMELLOW+LIPSTICK

and ebay here
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Innisfree-Creammellow-lipstick-3-5g-moist-glow-lip-makeup-/311076292369?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item486d978711

WHAT THE BEAUTY BLOGGERS USE: FEATURING CHARLOTTE CHO OF SOKOGLAM

November 3, 2014 /

We write, we curate, we cull the herd, we try it all, we pare it down, we’re always searching for the standout stars. Do you ever wonders what the bloggers themselves are using? I’ve rounded up my favourite ladies in the game and asked them about their personal line-ups and thoughts on skincare!
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Today I’m featuring Charlotte Cho, the brains (and absolute beauty!) behind Soko Glam. The write up on Soko Glam says it all:
“Soko Glam is dedicated to discovering Korean cosmetics & beauty trends. With our thoughtfully curated selection from the most innovative and trusted brands, we invite you to explore Korea’s best in beauty.”

I’m a huge fan of Charlotte, she’s been featured in several well known publications and curates the Soko Glam online boutique. With her flawless skin and classic beauty, you can’t look at her without thinking “Giiiirl, what are you using? Because I want to look like that.”

I started by asking what she uses in her morning routine. She let us know that recently it consists of:

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Shingmulnara: Ultra Light Sun Gel SPF 30 PA++ (this was featured in the Get K-Beauty Box)
I then asked her to let us in on what she uses for her nighttime routine. She let me know that the evening is the time when she tests new products so it’s ever changing (I think this is the case with most of us beauty bloggers!) Currently she’s using:
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Skinfood Lemon Brightening Cleansing Oil
Su:m37 Rose Cleansing Stick
Missha Super Aqua Hydrating Toner
Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel
Banila Co Brightening It Radiant Cream
Su:m37 Water-full Cream

I also wanted to pick her brain and find out what her favourite beauty products are right now. Charlotte always looks so put together and cute, so I was especially interested in these answers!
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Charlotte says:

IOPE water fit lipstick, because Jeonjihyun is my spirit animal (and it’s super moisturizing).
Clio Waterproof Pen Liner – I never liked liquid eyeliner until I used this one. It’s a game-changer!
Tony Moly Petite Bunny Lip gloss for cuteness and a sheer tint!
The secret to the glow-y dewy face without looking too shiny? A good sheer highlighter makes my face glow (in a matte) type of way?

I then wanted to know if she had any other beauty recommendations, any tools or anything that didn’t quite fall into the skincare of makeup category.
Charlotte says:

“I have a lot of annoying baby hairs so this bow hair pad is everything!”
http://sokoglam.com/collections/hair-body/products/lioele-pink-hair-pad
(The Beauty Wolf says: I know that pain all too well, baby hair club unite. Those little things are super useful when you’re doing masks or your routine!)

The one thing I’m always curious about is how people get into the game. Whenever I get a chance, I love to find out more about these self starters who’ve gone onto success. It’s one thing to toy around with the idea, and a whole other to try to make it happen. So I asked, what was the catalyst that propelled her from just daydreaming about it to actually doing it?

Charlotte says:
“My husband Dave and I loved living in Korea and we have always been very passionate about the people and the culture. It was the perfect opportunity to share with the rest of the world one of the things Korea does best – skincare and cosmetics! It really wasn’t easy leaving stable careers and taking this leap into entrepreneurship, but I’m so glad we did.“
Finally, I asked her what she thought the future held for her, and what her thoughts were on what she’s doing now:

Charlotte says:
“I want to keep doing what I am passionate about: testing and curating Korean beauty products and making the discovery process enjoyable for others! 
In the past year, I started receiving emails from people who have experienced positive results after trying out my 10-step Korean skincare routine. Knowing I made an impact on someone’s confidence and skin has been incredibly rewarding which made me decide to go back to school to become a certified esthetician! I’m not sure what the future holds for me, but I’m truly grateful to be part of this journey and happy about where I am now.”

So there you have it folks, a peek behind the curtain at one of the best out there. Thank you so much Charlotte for participating, it was a pleasure!

Who else would you guys like to see featured? Let me know in the comments below 🙂

VDL EXPERT COLOR LIP CUBE MOISTURE REVIEW

September 5, 2014 /

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VDL Expert Color Lip Cube Moisture SPF10 is one of those products that I just knew I’d love before I even received it. Those of us buying skincare and cosmetics from Korea while in another country might know what I’m talking about. You see a product and it’s so absolutely gorgeous and you’re in love before you ever even get it in your hands, then you just wait excitedly for your new beauty to arrive. Wait, that sounds way too much like an old creeper describing his mail order bride, but my point still stands!


The standout cube shape of this lipstick is what first called my name, then the knockout shades available is what pushed my fingers to click Add To Cart without hesitation. The novelty of a square lipstick was something I wasn’t entirely sure about, but I knew I wanted to give it a shot. It fit in perfectly with my obsession over geometric shapes so of course I was coming for this beauty.

While I was waiting for my impulse purchase lipstick to arrive I started researching it like crazy. I found this video featuring the most adorable girl demonstrating it in the exact shade I had decided to get, #105 Pink Positive, a gorgeous red heavy hot pink. It starts at about 1:20



Then finally, it arrived, and oooooh baby yaaaas slay me. As soon as I got that baby on my lips I knew it was everything.
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 I was delighted to find that the pointed edges are actually really freaking handy for application. It helps you work that cupid’s bow area like a pro. As you can see in the video above, this is a big substantial lipstick. If you have thinner lips, you’re probably going to find you need a lip brush for this one. However, if you have fuller lips like me you’re going to be very appreciative of the size. In addition to being sizeable, the packaging also feels heavy, weighty, expensive, and luxurious. Fitting, because so does the actual lipstick itself. It’s super creamy and moisturizing while giving you deep rich colour. You can tell this is a high end luxury cosmetic immediately. It’s amazing! As if that wasn’t enough, it also has a faint gorgeous floral rosy smell. The wear time is average, it’s not a long lasting stain but goes on so generously that it wears well and stays true as long as you’re not eating or licking your lips. I didn’t even mention the SPF10 yet, not a huge amount but better than nothing and I wish more lip products would include an SPF. Other than that, this stuff is just all around great. I want them all. There are five shades available, all various shades of pink, but Pink Positive is such an awesome shade choice. It reminds me of Rihanna’s Pleasure Bomb lipstick from her limited edition MAC collection, only deeper and richer.
VDL also has another edition of Lip Cubes that are not in the Moisturizing line (although, I would argue that they could be, I have a few and they’re not drying or anything) with eight equally gorgeous shades that are pretty perfect for the upcoming Fall/Winter season. I’ll have to give them a quick review soon for you guys!
Available on ebay here
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VDL-Expert-Color-Lip-Cube-Moisture-SPF10-3-3g-/351337858831?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=620467272162&hash=item51cd5e470f

And Amazon here
http://www.amazon.com/INTERNATIONAL-SHIPPING-VDL-EXPERT-MOISTURE/dp/B00T4VXMJW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1433883523&sr=8-1&keywords=VDL+EXPERT+COLOR+LIP+CUBE+MOISTURE

This is the most moisturizing yet powerful lipstick I’ve ever owned. I can’t say enough good things about it, I love it!
Five out of five turtles! 

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