IamJenniya's First Blog Giveaway (CLOSED)

When I started blogging, I used i.ph and WordPress. I wrote my day-to-day life there. It was like a personal diary only because I never put pictures. I wrote my rants most of the time. It was my way of releasing my anger in certain things that didn't happen according to my liking.

Then, one day, my Mom asked me to buy her tools for nail art. I never found any nail art tools and nail art polishes in Watsons before, so I googled where I can buy here in Manila. I found KONAD Stamping Nail Art and Pretty Nails from AskMeWhats (Nikki). I met Nikki in person when I picked-up the items I bought from her somewhere in Ortigas Center. In short, that was the start I got hook to beauty blogging. I started to blog about make-up last April 2010 and the local beauty bloggers that inspired me to shift my personal rant blog to beauty blog were:

1.) Nikki - I printed her nail art tutorials and gave to my Mom for guide;
2.) Shen - I love her dark smokey eye tutorials and lipstick swatches;
3.) Liz - I discovered her blog through Lauren and I like her immediately because her blog photos are clear and she is efficient and dedicated to blogging.
and of course, 4.) Lauren - She is very smart. I really love the way she writes. Impressive and she's funny. Sadly, she don't update her blog anymore.

Okay. The time has come for me to announce my first blog giveaway. Actually, IamJenniya's blog turned 3 years old this April. This is to thank all IamJenniya's readers. Honestly, I'm a bit nervous. This is my first time to run a giveaway for my blog and this is OPEN WORLDWIDE.

I wasn't an active blogger before and definitely not posting regularly during 2010-2012. It is only this January 2013 that I decided to give more focus to my blog and tried posting in regular basis but just when things started doing great, something happened that made me in a month of hiatus again. I still considered myself as a newbie blogger (hehe!), so I wasn't expecting much sponsors to take part of this giveaway (and I think it's too early to get my blog recognized). So, when I got a message from Trendsetters Fashion Boutique that they like to sponsor, I was very, very happy. Thank you so much Suzette!

So, what's the prize at stake?
Ta-da!

Since I added a bit of fashion in my blog, I got something from Forever 21 and the rest are make-ups, facial & skin care products.

 ... and there's two (2) gift certificates worth P300 or $7 (total of P600 or $14) from Trendsetters Fashion Boutique which you can use to buy their proud brands: Krave Mineral Cosmeceuticals, Human Heart Nature, and Ellana Mineral Cosmetics. Ohh... If I could only join my giveaway. Sigh*

Now, let's take a closer look to the goodies, shall we?

1 piece FOREVER 21 Leggings (size Medium). 

I bought two of this and I already used the other one here.

Asian Secrets Lulur with Green Tea and Vitamin E (135g)

L.a. Passion color rich lipstick in Baby Fuchsia

MAYBELLINE Clear Smooth Shine Free Pressed Powder in Natural

e.l.f. lipstick in Classy

3 pcs. Watsons Mini wet wipes 

MAYBELLINE Baby Lips in Anti-Oxidant Berry

Beauty Buffet and PUREDERM Facial Masks

Brand new CARONIA nail polish in Black Velvet, White Satin & Simply Red

GODIVA Natural Skin Care 

1 pc. Whitening Soap & 3 pcs. Whitening Facial Cream sachets

Here are the mechanics for you to join:

- This giveaway will start April 15, 2013 and will end on April 28, 2013.

- This giveaway is open worldwide.

- The winner will get the above-mentioned prize to be sent by IamJenniya via courier with free shipping.

- The winner can contact directly Trendsetter's Fashion Boutique for the gift certificates. I will send the electronic GC to the winner via email and will forward winner's name to TFB.

- Winner will be announced in this blog on April 30, 2013 and at the same time, IamJenniya will notify the winner via email. And because not everybody is glued to their computer and everybody have a life, I truly understand that. :-), so I am giving the winner a time to respond within 120 hours (5 days baby!) or else I'll pick a new winner.

- The comments will be moderated, so please comment only once.

Ready to join now?

1.) Be a public follower of IamJenniya via GFC (Google Friend Connect). Find Followers gadget on my upper right sidebar and click "Join this site".
2.) Like Trendsetters Fashion Boutique Facebook page here.
3.) Like I am Jenniya Facebook page here.
4.) Follow @iam_jenniya Twitter here.
5.) Leave a comment with your full name or GFC name, Facebook name, Twitter name, Email address, and answer the 2 questions below:
A. What item/s would you want to have from Trendsetters Fashion Boutique?
B. What IamJenniya posts did you find helpful? 


For more chances of winning (this is optional):
Copy and tweet this: "Join @iam_jenniya first blog giveaway and get a chance to win Forever 21, lovely goodies and gift certificates! http://iamjenniya.blogspot.com/2013/04/iamjenniyas-first-anniversary-giveaway.html" 

or;
Follow @iam_jenniya Instagram here.


I hope you guys join and good luck! Spread the love now!


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Note: As of April 16, 4:30 P.M. local time, I edit just a little bit on the #5. I added to leave also your Facebook Name and Twitter Name. Those who have commented already with their entry on or before 4:00 P.M. 16th April, no worries as I was able to figured out your usernames. Please bear with me lovelies.

Review: Asian Secrets Lulur Indonesian Whitening Body Srub

It's been ages since I last posted a product review. As I've mentioned in my previous post, my blog has been quiet for about 6 months. Anyway, I am here again to give a review to a certain product that I've purchased last November 2012. Yes, you read it right. I am giving a review post after 2 months of using this product. I think I had enough observation to write down on how this product worked on me.

As a natural-born Morena (brown skin), I've always wanted to have a lighter complexion. When I was younger, I envy those girls that blessed with lighter skin. That's why I get obsessed with whitening lotions when I was in high school and college. When I was already working and I've been shut-in in an air-conditioned facility everyday, my skin got lighter. Hallelujah! But then, I quit the corporate world and went freelance, so I had more time travelling and hitting the beach, hence, more exposure to the sun. I returned to my old Morena complexion.

My husband is the one that always boost up my confidence. He said I am not missing something just because I am Morena. He's totally right. He always made me feel I'm beautiful (I know in his eyes only) and that he is lucky to have me. Though I am not that conscious anymore, I still can't help myself to buy products that promise whitening. I just cannot drop it. Though I am not hoping to have whiter skin anymore, I still hope my dark areas to even out especially my knees. Some time last year, I saw tarpaulins of Solenn Heusaff showing off her smooth skin and white armpit at the perimeters of Unilab and there's no way I cannot see it everyday as that's the only road we take every time we go to Ortigas Center. I noted the product she's endorsing and it was Asian Secrets Lulur. I never had tried one when it was launched here in the Philippines last 2010. Maybe because I was overwhelmed by my hubby's boosting technique. Haha. Last November 2012, when I bought groceries in SM Supermarket, I saw Lulur. After seeing the price, I didn't have second thought but grabbed one (1) tub right away.

Asian Secrets Lulur Indonesion Whitening Body Scrub

With Licorice and Mulberry Leaf Extract

According to its label:

"Asian Secrets Lulur Indonesian Whitening Body Scrub is a beauty treatment which originated from the royal palaces of Java, Indonesia and inspired by the ritual called Lulur. Lulur was originally intended for the bride-to-be in order to beautify, smoothen, whiten her skin before the wedding day.

The Benifits of Asian Secrets Lulur Whitening Body Scrub

• Lulur beads gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells to smoothen and give it a radiant glow.
• Frequent usage reduces skin pigmentation and evens out skin tone by getting rid of dark patches, especially in areas prone to darkening like elbows, knees, armpits and the area between the thighs.
• Contains Licorice and Mulberry Leaf Extract to help whiten skin.
• It also moisturizes and leaves skin with a light fragrant scent."

Asian Secrets Lulur is available in 2 sizes (250g & 135g) and also available in 3 variants - Green Tea & Vit.E, Licorice & Mulberry, and Seaweed & Vit. E. I got the big one and it costs PhP 130.00 only. I picked Licorice and Mulberry Leaf Extract variant. I forgot to take photo of the content when I bought it but trust me it was full. I've been using Lulur since I bought it last November 2012, hence, what's left now is only about 25%.

Jenniya's view

I like: 

• The consistency is very rich and creamy. It is like a cream lotion when applied to skin.
• Unlike other scrubs that claim, Lulur is not watery.The soft, creamy consistency is a bit deceiving because you cannot see the beads in a glance but wait until you finally scrub the product onto your skin. You will feel that the product is really on to do its job. It is rich in beads. A scrub indeed.
• I really like the scent. It's just heavenly. My husband loves it, too. Aside from it made the bathroom smells lovely, the scent stays on your skin until the next day. I used it at night times only.
• The cap of the jar is easy to open.
• I love how it nourishes the skin while scrubbing.
• It gives you an instant smooth finish after you wash. You'll feel you got squeaky-cleaned.

I don't like:

• I cannot think of any that I dislike about this product.

Jenniya say:

I used it first on my knees. I noticed it really made my knees a little lighter. I was very happy. On the first month, I religiously used it twice a week on my body (except my neck) especially the knees, elbow and singit. But on the second month, I noticed that my knees are not getting any lighter anymore. Maybe because that's the extent the product can do with my Morena skin. Lol! It lightens my tan lines especially the bottom part (my butt). My tan does not fade away that easily but I was surprised that the harsh edges of my tan line are gradually fading when I scrub it off with Lulur. 

I scrub it to my desired areas before I take a shower. If I am not lazy, I'll scrub it all over my body but most of the time, I just scrub it to my problem areas. If I see that the scrub is nearly getting dry while scrubbing, that's the time I will stop because it will wear off your skin. I was hurt the first time I used it on my knees. I got carried away scrubbing. Haha! I just noticed the bruise when I washed it off with water. As I've said, it is very rich in beads, so, be gentle on scrubbing especially on your armpit.

I cannot show you a "Before & After" shots because I know the photo can't give justice. The lightening effect on me isn't that noticeable but I am not disappointed because I know the product does it job however. Also I am used of this. I really cannot get fairer 3-4 times lighter from my Morena complexion. So, a light result would do for me. I am satisfied with the instant smoothness it gives to my skin every time I use it. The try really is worth it. 

Jenniya rates: 

4.5 out of 5.

Asian Secrets Lulur Indonesian Whitening Scrub is available in Watsons and all SM Supermarket.

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My review is based on my personal experience using this product.