Shen's Addiction: facial

Consider yourself lucky to be living in a country wherein express facial is available and affordable. Just imagine that the Philippines really don't have a reason to look bad at all! :)

My skin has been worst lately and I've been trying to maintain it with medication, spot treatments and such. But a lot of times, it needs more and that usually means a facial. But sometimes, I need it fast. No appointment needed and accepts client at the last minute.

This Holiday on a busy Friday evening, I went to Flawless to finally get that much-needed facial. It's a good thing that Flawless is celebrating their 11th year and they are making a 1 +1 Beauty Blow Out! And that's when you get 5 sessions, you 5 more for free!! :)

click this link and find out what procedures are included for the 1+1 Beauty Blowout.

I went ahead and availed the Acne Control Advanced Facial 1 + 1 Beauty Blowout for only Php4,400.00. That's Php440 per facial!

I've tried the Acne Control Advanced Facial several times already and it's a preferred facial for me the following reasons:

The mask is amazing! It dries up the pimples, lessens the redness after facial and has the cooling feel.

They have lavender scented oil to relax you before your facial begins.

Aesthetician have a good strategy on how to remove comedones without hurting you too much. They would start at forehead and slowly work their way down. They don't pinch the side of the nose too much if they haven't gotten to that part yet.

Facialist never rush the procedure.

They also pamper your hands by wrapping them with a hot compress.

Below is a photo of me 2 days after getting the facial.

It has a long way to go and I think I need to get their whitening range, but thank God it's just pigmentation and my skin is starting to clear up. I still get minor flare here and there but I'm I am getting it controlled.

And after that I get to be myself again, just like that!

Pimples doesn't have to put a hold on our life. This blog provides you with solutions for it and facials are definitely one of the most effective ways to prevent and contain them!

for more information about this facial, visit flawless.com.ph!

Before I forget, let's greet flawless a happy 10th birthday!!

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Aren't you happy its Saturday? I am! I happy it's weekend, period! Most of my friends love to visit the spa come weekends. But me, it takes a lot of effort to drag me out of the house. I'd rather swim in bed all day, smell my pillow while I watch my favorite TV series. That's usually watching reruns of The Big Bang Theory and How I Met Your Mother. Nothing like a good comedy show to take away the stress of the previous week.

Some weekends however, I make it worthwhile. I do facials, footspa and hair deep conditioning. All at the comfort of my own home. You got that right... Who needs to go out in this rainy weather when yu can bring the spa to you.

And I don't mean chop and grind the ingredients for all the things you'll need. That's hard work and you'll probably need a real spa after doing all those things. What I mean is gathering all those spa products you've been hoarding and just use them.

In my case, it's Mario Badescu Skin Care for my DIY facial spa. :)

Here's the 5 steps I do when I'm too lazy to get out of the house and go to my facialist.

Enzyme Cleansing Gel (for all types of skin)

Our gentle non – foaming cleansing gel uses natural alpha hydroxy acid to remove oil, make – up and pore – clogging debris that causes breakouts. Php 745

Nothing like a good cleansing wash to get rid of all the grime, makeup and oil from your face. Enzyme Cleansing Gel has alpha hydroxy acid, great for de-clogging pores and keeping g the skin smooth and wrinkle free. :)

Papaya and Grapefruit extract also helps in exfoliating skin and getting rid of deep-seated dirt.

Super Collagen mask (for combination, dry and sensitive skin)

Keep skin firm, toned and healthy with our replenishing collagen mask. Php 1,145

When my skin is doing well, I prefer to use this mask to plump up my skin. It can get dull sometimes and a little battered from all my acne medication so a mask light this really helps. You can also use sheet mask if your concern is more brightening and hydration. But the Collagen mask also doesn't dry out the skin.

Kaolin clay and Oatmeal help absorb excess oil from the skin.
Collagen is a good anti-aging ingredients, helps blood circulation and plumps the skin.

Almond & Honey Non – Abrasive Face Scrub (for all types of skin)

Almond and honey extracts provide skin with necessary nutrients while gently buffing away dry, flaky skin and dulling build up. Php 945

This scrub smells heavenly. Reminds me of my grandmother's expensive creams. :) It's a bit rougher than my usual scrub but so creamy you won't even notice it. Definitely one of the best scrub to own. :)

Almond makes skin soft and smooth, a fabulous anti-aging ingredient.
Honey is a natural anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial so great for those with aging concerns and needs blemish control.

This is my first time to try Mario Badescu skincare products and I am loving them! :) No wonder a lot of celebrities (including our favorite Sarah Jessica Parker) use this line. I'm still waiting to finish some of my products for pimples, but my next purchase is going to the Mario Badescu Drying lotion. I am so excited to try! :)

Have you tried Mario Badescu? What's your favorite?
If not, what's the product you want to try from this famous skincare line?

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Disclaimer: Above products are provided for review. All that is written unless specified are 100% my opinion and/or the result of my addiction. If you don't see it here, I most likely have not tried it or if I did, it didn't work for me. I do get dud products for review but for gratitude's sake, I choose to not provide my opinion unless I bought them or that it really ruined my skin.

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Happy Sunday Everybodylicious!! :)

Oh! The End of July is here. And I would just like to share that it is also Harry Potter's birthday as well. It's also my guy best friend's birthday. Happy Birthday to all of you who celebrate their birthday on the last day of July!

I would have had another post for you this Sunday, but I came home so late from a night of bonding with fellow beauty blogger friends - Sophie, Jheng, Nikki, Tara, Jaimie and Phoebe. We spent the whole evening talking about guess what? Not anything that is beauty related! Hard to imagine but that's the truth. We did comment on each other's lippie, flawless makeup application, had the battle of who has the oiliest face via oil blotting sheet (Winner here!) and also commented and complimented on each other's clothes and accessories. But beauty took a step back and we were like Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda for a night. Guess who I am between the four. :)

So, here I am taking this time (it's 4:06 AM now), doing this weekend rewind instead. Besides, you might have missed a post from yours truly.

July 25: Cosmetic Collection

Makeovers are fun! Here's a post on a simple yet classic makeover that Patrick did to me when we last attended an event by Shu Uemura. Check out the cute dubbed "Shen Gee" Palette that I created from the Color Atelier Collection! :)

July 26: The Makeup Look

Amidst the constant rain we've been having, I made a look that is so tropical inspired makeup look. Want to see somthing bright? Click here!

July 27: Product Review

I am such a mascara addict that I think I should change this blog to mascara addiction. :) Here I am again, blogging about a new mascara I got (not like I don't have 10 open at home). LOL. It's Maybelline's latest mascara the Magnum Super Film Mascara. :)

July 28: YumYum

I found the cuisine that I am going to spend the rest of my life with, It's Thai and I just want to die -- with how good it is! :) Want to know the reason why? It's simple, just click here.

July 29: VLOG

Oh, yeah! Read that right! I'm back to video blogging and I will be doing so weekly as much as I can depending on how well you receive it. First Vlog is about the Laura Mercier Flawless Face Kit Haul. :) Please be nice, I know I still got a lot to improve on. :)

July 30: Luxe Treatment

I wanted to feel like a star and went ahead to try Belo Medical Services. I want to know what the fuss is about that seemingly all important names go to Belo even for just a simple facial. I also provided a few tips for you to remember when getting a facial. Hope it helps! Read about myBelo Med experience and see if it could be something you'd like to try soon. Click here.

Hardly can keep my eyes open! I'll see you guys monday again for yet another beauty blog post! I can't wait... but now I too Zzzzz.....

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Before my Bohol trip, I decided to finally try out Belo Medical Clinic and schedule a facial. As always, procedures with top clinics like Belo is best done with an appointment, so I went ahead a few days to schedule my visit.

I went to the Belo Medical Clinic at their branch in The Atrium of Megamall. It's the most convenient branch for me as its nearer my place. When I get a facial, I would like to go straight home immediately and not deal with too much traffic.

I consulted with their uber good looking dermatologist, my friend was right, everyone in Belo are good-looking! No kidding! My guy dermatologist had flawless skin and he's fairer than I am. I felt inferior, I tell you. But on to business and I told him that my oiliness is back and I hate it with a vengeance. I want something that can get rid of it. Stat.

When he recommended Belo Botanicals Cleansing Facial, I was a bit apprehensive since I am not into all natural when it comes to my facials. Nope! Like I said in various previous posts, I love the science of aesthetics and cosmetics. If you're just going to slap some herbs and what ever natural ingredients you got there, I might as well do it as the comfort of my own home. I can easily get those home remedies online. When i go to a facial clinic, I go for science and chemicals that will make be look brand-spanking new! Enough said. My good-looking dermatologist informed me that it is a natural type of facials but it also has AHA to revive my skin and other things that will target the needs of my oily face.

Botanical Cleansing Facial is best for those like me who have combination skin, oily on the T-zone, while calm and dry on other parts of the face. But to address more on the oiliness, he also added an Ice Mask which reduces the oil production. Ice mask I heard was a popular choice for many Belo clients.

Also, he recommended that I acquire a regimen that combats the oiliness and the re-surfacing of acne. Will show you that in another post.

My facial was pretty much no-nonsense, which is a good thing. I was ushered into a room that looked very much like a treatment area but a little bit more posh. There, I was asked to lie down and the facial started. Eveything that was used on me smelled really nice.

The Botanical Cleansing Facial consisted of cleansing the face, aromatheraphy, scrubbing with the Botanical facial scrub and extraction of whiteheads and blackheads. There was the usual steam, vacuum and laser. Like I said, pretty straight to the point and it was done in less than an hour. I particularly like the facial crub and massage. My attendant was very skilled and she knew when it hurts when she was extracting my icky whiteheads and blackheads. Needless to say, I loved every bit of it. Yes, even with the extracting part.

And I'm just very happy that all those icky whiteheads and blackheads are now a thing of the past!

The Ice Mask was a nice ending and comforted my skin after extraction. And it did feel like my face was against a nice cool ice. I'm all positive vibes at this point because I really need my face to behave! it's oily as hell! Ice Mask was the best ending to my Botanicals Cleansing Facials.

The mask getting me all teary-eyed. My advise? Keep your eyes closed at this point. Lol!

This is me after facial. It looks as if, nothing happened. :) My face isn't too red and it feels good.

A day later in Bohol :)

I'd definitely recommend this facial as maintenance when you've already treated your acne and hardly experiencing any. It's a very simple facial and I don't think this is one for you if you're skin is at its worst moment. For me, it was just right. The oiliness tamed down a bit but not during really hot humid times. But over all, my faced looked cleansed and clear after my Botanical Cleansing Facial.

I would consider getting the Botanical Cleansing Facial again in between getting treatments for when I have acne. Being inside Belo Clinic makes me feel like a million dollars. They are very adept at taking care of their clients and provide them the best in service. The clinic at Megamall was designed where in the waiting area is located at the middle of the clinic, away from prying and gawking from passerby. They ask if you like refreshment and everyone is just so courteous.

My attendant/facialist is especially attentive and she was able to answer all the questions I had for her about other treatments. She seem to be aware as well those treatments that I would be interested it. Most of all, I felt very comfortable during the whole procedure and I almost didn't feel any pain - except in the nose part, that is. I love how speedy the facial is and yet I know my face was thoroughly cleansed.

When getting a facial I suggest you do the following:

1. Facials are treatments, ensure that your hands are clean before you begin since your face are raw and open after your facial, just in case you need to touch your face.
2. Put your phone in silent mode to avoid disturbances while your getting you facial. After all, this is a nice time to rest.
3. Try not to touch your face after the treatment and don't apply makeup (unless this is allowed).
4. Avoid populated and polluted areas after facial to avoid contaminating your face.
5. NEVER wash your face after facials. Wait at least 4 to 6 hours before doing so.
6. Always follow advise of your facialist if she has after your facial.
7. Never rush your facialist.
8. Always express when experiencing pain, burning or whatever that bothers you at the course of your treatment.
9. Inform the clinic of all your allergies and previous treatments that caused any undue reactions on your face, as well as diseases and such.
10. Enjoy, relax and welcome a much cleanse face!

If you're interested getting this facial, you may visit www.belomed.com or call 819.BELO and set an appointment with the nearest clinic near you.