LOTION

The best local moisturizing lotion in the market for me is NIVEA INTENSIVE MILK. I apply this just right after taking a bath. It never disappoints me because my skin is smooth and moisturize all day. It is not sticky and heavy. It is also easily absorbs by the skin. This is a must when you are wearing above the knee skirts or shorts.

GLYCOLIC PEEL

I went to a dermatologist last Sunday to have a facial. During our consultation, I asked him if they offer diamond peel. He said that they don't have it. He said that diamond peel is not really that effective. So he suggested that I will undergo chemical peel to address my problem of uneven skin tone. My forehead is darker than the rest of my face. I took the 4 sessions plus 2 facials package amounting to Php 3,500. I also bought a hypo soap(Php 65), sunblock with SPF 80(Php 200), and a whitening cream(Php 150) from their clinic.

When he applied the chemical (he mentioned it was glycolic), my face was itchy and with a light burning sensation. But it only lasted for about a minute.

I still have 3 more sessions to go.

HEAVY PERIODS

It's the time of the month again and I am worried about leaks and stains because of my heavy period.

When I was in college, a friend mentioned that she uses a diaper during heavy days. Our school uniform was all white so we really need to be very careful to avoid extra attention. So I also tried it. And it really works! I don't have to worry about leaks and stains anymore especially during bed time. But I only use it during heavy days like the 2nd and 3rd day.

Although it is not very comfortable making the diaper as your sanitary pad, at least it gives you that extra protection from leaks and stains.

HOW TO GET RID OF DRY SKIN

My feet gets flaky and dry during cold season. I tried to apply ordinary lotion but there is no improvement. Until I went to THE BODY SHOP and tried their BODY BUTTER product.

Before going to bed, I wash my feet and dry it off. Then I apply a generous amount of the BODY BUTTER cream. I leave it overnight. Sometimes, I wore socks to seal in the moisture. The following morning, my feet is so supple and smooth. It even smells great!

I tried 4 variants. OLIVE, SHEA, COCOA BUTTER, and PASSION FRUIT. Amongst the four, my favorite is OLIVE.

HOW TO REMOVE PIMPLES

Pimples were my problem. I had a lot of them on my back! I can't wear backless clothes because the pimples left dark spots and they were very visible even from a distance. I was really desperate.

I have this myspace account wherein a supermodel from the Philippines was on my list. She is RAYA MANANQUIL. We're not friends but she is kind enough to accept me on her list. I gathered up my guts and sent her a private message about my pimple problem. I know she can help me with it because models have access on beauty products that really works. And then she sent a short reply. Her advice was to use ST. IVES CLEAR PORE BODY WASH. I immediately bought one at a local department store. And she was right. My pimples started to disappear. In a months time of using it everyday, my back is smooth again. Thanks Raya!!!