Lucas Papaw : Red Tube Miracles!

Today's the first of February and what better way to start off the month with a review on a product that's packaged in the color of love, red! This lil "miracle" in a red tube is no other that the Lucas Papaw Ointment... Now, I know what you guys are thinking... Oh gosh Jannie, you fell for the hype again?! Well, I did and I'm glad I did because I am absolutely in love with this multi purpose product... Read on to know why I think every girl (and even guys) should have this lil Australian wonder...

What : Lucas Papaw Ointment Where : Digital Traincase Price : P450 (FREE shipping when ordered via Multiply!)
Prior to purchasing my own tube of Lucas Papaw Ointment, I did a bit of researching and found out that this Aussie favorite was developed by Dr. Thomas Pennington Lucas way back in 1906 and accordingly his formula remains unchanged to this day. Can you guys imagine how long people have been using & loving this ointment?

Further research (& well, it's even stated on the back of the tube) says that this ointment is definitely multi purpose product. I've read that this can be used on boils, bruises, burns, carbuncles, chafing, dry & cracked skin on hands & feet, heat rash, insect stings, mosquito bites, pimples, scalds, scars, sun burn, minor burns, splinters, nappy rash, & even eczema! Definitely a miracle in a tube!

I've been using the ointment as a night treat for my dry lips and in the span of a couple of weeks I now have softer, flake free puckers! (perfect for all the kisses I'll be giving my loved ones on VDay!) Aside from using this as a lip "balm-treatment", I also apply this over insect bites, and on my semi-cracked heels for relief. And once when I got a small "burn" from my curling iron, Lucas Papaw Ointmen came to my rescue and brought relief from the throbbing pain...
Overall I really like the fact that this is a multi purpose product and that it's pretty affordable. It isn't greasy or slimy and has a tolerable scent to it. The only downside I see to the "famous" Papaw ointment is that it isn't locally available in Zamboanga so when I run out I have to order it online again...
So, have I convinced you yet to get your own tube? Or do you already have it? What are your thoughts on the Lucas Papaw Ointment, do tell me!

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Haulage : Polish, Please?

I'm not really a big fan of nail polished but recently I've been into painting my nails so I decided to get a couple of polishes just to get the feel of being a girly-girl with painted nails. *lol* Plus I could always swap these polishes or give them to friends.

I got the RAIN polish & the Caress polish at a local mall while the KleanColor set was a purchase from  Stuff N' Shop.
What : Rain Polish in Romantic Red Blush Where : Shoppers Plaza (Zamboanga) Price : P22 What : Caress Polish in Glow in the Dark Where : Shoppers Plaza (Zamboanga) Price : P35 What : KleanColor Polish Set in Green Addicts Where : Stuff N' Shop Price : P260 + shipping
Above is a photo of my nails the other day. I used two coats of KleanColor 109 Green Grass topped off with KleanColor 130 Starry Meteor. I've been a bit obsessed with GREEN lately, maybe because it's the color of the year... Well actually EMERALD is, but you get the point! *lol*
I'm thinking of doing nail art tutorials soon. What do you guys think? Yes or No? Comment down below, okay? 

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January 2013 Favorites!

It's almost the end of the month and I've been messaged by tons of people to get to work with uploading new videos on my YouTube channel... I didn't have much time to film anything the past couple of days but this afternoon I took time off to film my first video for this year and it happens to be my January 2013 Favorites!!! 

I hope you guys enjoy this video. I know I seem a bit awkward but that's because I haven't filmed in such a long time! *laughs*

How about you guys? What are your January 2013 favorites?

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TH Boxes, 1k Followers & 1st Blogversary Giveaway WINNERS!

I know I've been missing in action (again) but things that are beyond my control came up and I've always set my priorities straight so I had to focus on the things that came up first before my blog. Anyway, since I've finally settled some challenges, I'm going to FINALLY announce the winners of 2 giveaways that have ended already...
For the TH BOXES giveaway, congratulations to :

For my 1k FOLLOWERS & 1st BLOGVERSARY giveaway, congratulations to :

All the winners have 48 hours to email me at parel(dot)janna@gmail(dot)com with the subject title GIVEAWAY WINNER. Please include your full name, full shipping address, email address, facebook profile link, & contact numbers in your email. I will reply to you regarding the prizes as soon as I can. Failure to comply with this will automatically disqualify you from claiming your prizes.
Thank you very much to everyone who joined, and if you didn't win this time, don't worry, I have more giveaways coming up!

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First Impressions : Real Techniques Core Collection & Blush Brush

Every now and then I take a look at my lil purse for "splurges" and check if I have enough extra cash for a small "splurge"... The other day I took a peek and said to myself, "Yey! I can finally splurge a bit for something I need." A few days later, I got "hired" at a local hospital (details of which I cannot disclose right now) so I decided to finally use that "splurge" opportunity and got myself a couple of Real Techniques brushes.
Now if you don't know what Real Techniques brushes are, it's either you're : A. A boy/guy. B. Been living under a rock...
Kidding aside, Real Techniques is a brush line designed by the one and only Samantha Chapman, pro makeup artist & beauty vlogger (Pixiwoo on Youtube!). These brushes are made of taklon which are extra plush & smooth plus 100% cruelty free!
What : Real Techniques Blush Brush Where : Beauty's Treasure Price : P780
Pink handles, perfect size, perfect shape & just the right density. What more can I ask for? Off the bat, this brush is definitely going to be put to good use. I haven't really tested it because I need to wash it first and check for bleeding and/or shedding but against my face (yes I swiped a few times) it feels super soft and the right size to apply color onto my chubby cheeks!
What : Real Techniques Core Collection Where : Beauty's Treasure Price : P1200
They don't call it the "core collection" for nothing. It has most (if not all) the brushes you'll need to create a flawless canvass. You get a buffing brush, detailer brush, foundation brush & a contour brush. Like the blush brush, these babies are so soft and just the right density. Looking forward to using these babies very soon!
How about you guys? Have you tried Real Techniques brushes? If not, what brushes have you tried & recommend? *winks*

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