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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Marc Jacobs - Blush

Posted by Rica at 10:53 PM 0 comments
This is our most favorite fragrance from all of the fragrance that I own. I have a few bottles here at home (around less than 5? or around 5? I'm not really that much of a perfume person...) But this is me and Reinan's favorite of all.

I got this from another MUAer from a successful MakeUpAlley swap. I swapped my Estee Lauder Sensuous with her because I find Estee Lauder's Sensuous' scent quite strong for my taste when it comes to fragrances. Maybe it's too flowery for me, whereas I am preferring a citrus scent when it comes to fragrances.

I've been searching this perfume everywhere here in Hong Kong, but unfortunately, I can't find it anywhere. Why? I have no idea? Probably, Marc Jacobs decided to discontinued this fragrance. I just can't find it anywhere, that's one thing for sure.
The first time I got to try this perfume was from one of my friend here in Hong Kong. And on that first time, I fell in love with it. I know that this fragrance from Marc Jacobs is also affordable, compare to other branded fragrances.

This is going to be a staple for me, it stays the whole day also, when sprayed first thing in the morning. It has this very light citrus smell which I love about it the most.

I would continue tracking down as much bottles as possible for my stock for this fragrance from Marc Jacobs.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Dolce & Gabbana (D&G) - Light Blue

Posted by Rica at 1:28 PM 0 comments



This is one of my favorite fragrances. The first time I got this, it was a gift when I was in college. I love the scent of this perfume from Dolce & Gabbana. It has this very light citrus smell that I love the most. Not to mention it is long lasting. For my experience, it lasts for the whole day through with just a few sprays. I got this again from MUA swap and I'm very glad to have it again! :D

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Bulgari - BLV

Posted by Rica at 12:11 AM 0 comments



This is one of my all time favorite fragrances. I got this perfume before when I was in college as a gift from my cousin. I love it so much and that I always ask her to spray some for me that she gave it to me one day. Hehe!

It has this woody smell that is very light and powdery. Also, the scent is long lasting. I use 3 sprays for the whole day and when I get home, I can still smell it. Also, it's not that expensive.
I got this again as a gift from my Dad last month. We were doing some window shopping at City Walk, Tsuen Wan when we saw this at Colour Mix and it's marked down to HKD 200 for 40 mL. Thanks Dad!

It is also good to use during winter time because it would be too strong to use for summer time. I love to use citrus scents during summer time while woody scents such as this and my Chanel Chance during winter time.

Another addition to my fragrance collection!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Kenzo - L'eau Par Kenzo Gift Set

Posted by Rica at 10:39 AM 0 comments



I got this from a friend as a random gift. To that person... THANKS!! I really love it! :) Went down to Sephora here in Hong Kong to check out the sales and bought this for me as a gift. Hehe!

The gift set includes the L'eau Par Kenzo Eau De Toilette in 100mL and the Body Gel.

I love every piece from this gift set! The body gel has a very light scent, and the fragrance, even though others say that it doesn't stay that long, I think it's ok. It stays around half a day without respraying it again.

It has a very light citrus scent which I really, really love. I am not really a perfume person, I just spray perfume very seldom, because my nose is very sensitive to scents. Once, me and my friend went perfume scouting at Sasa and I went home with a skull-breaking migraine. That's why after that, I would never do that again! LOL!

Victoria Secret - Garden Collection - Strawberries and Champagne Eau De Toilette

Posted by Rica at 1:32 AM 0 comments



This fragrance from Victoria's Secret has been my favorite ever since high school grade. It was so famous way back because it comes in a huge plastic bottle (the cologne) and can be used within half a year or so. I always get this from a relative or a friend coming from USA.

This time I got this from my sister when she came back to spend her summer vacation here in Hong Kong. It was okay, I guess I got over with the fruity smell when it comes to fragrances. It has this strawberry scent that is very light with the same time a touch and tingly aroma that comes from the champagne.

One thing I don't like about Victoria's Secret Garden is that you need to carry this bottle everywhere when you go out. Why? Well, the scent doesn't last that long. You have to spray and spray and spray over and over again every now and then.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Sephora Haul!

Posted by Rica at 11:46 PM 0 comments



Went to Sephora today and yeah.. THEY ARE ON SALE! Sephora will stop operations here in Hong Kong this 31st of March. :( Too bad... No more Sephora here in Hong Kong.. :(

Sephora has a lot of exclusive brands which are not available here in Hong Kong such as their exclusive Sephora line, Bare Escentuals, CK Cosmetics, etc. :(

If that happens, where am I going to purchase my HG setting powder from Bare Escentuals?! :(

Anyways, here are what I got from Sephora. Sorry, I don't know the price for these because someone just gave it to me. (Thank you po! :) )





And Kenzo's L'Eau Par Kenzo Gift Set

It includes:

- L'Eau Par Kenzo Eau De Toilette 100 mL
- L'Eau Par Kenzo Body Gel







Sephora Radiance Face Spray (30 mL)





What it does? It claims:

- Healthy Glow Effect
- Seals Makeup
- Flash Results


Sephora Nourishing Lip Stick (4.2 g)






What it does? It claims:

- Protective
- Soothing
- Velvety Smooth Lips

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Chanel - Chance

Posted by Rica at 11:51 PM 0 comments




I love, love, love this perfume! The first time I smelled this perfume was from a friend of mine here in Hong Kong. I asked her, "What's your perfume?! It has a good, good scent!" Hell yeah it does. It's one of those perfumes that has a signature scent that cannot be mistaken into some other perfume brands out there.

The only problem with this is that it's a bit pricey. I think I bought mine for HKD 950 at Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui. Well, it's worth it anyway since I got really, really addicted to its scent! I would definitely, definitely buy this perfume over and over and over again!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Benetton - Paradise Inferno : A D&G Light Blue Copycat...

Posted by Rica at 3:49 AM 0 comments



Do you want to know what is the copycat version of everyone's favorite fragrance from D&G called Light Blue? Well, presenting... Benetton Inferno! Yes, this has almost the same scent as the D&G Light Blue only that the scent doesn't stay that long compare to the original one. My friend gave it to me when she came to Hong Kong as a hand-me-down and I love it! I love using it during summertime because of its very light floral scent.

And of course, since it's Benetton, it's cheaper!!!

 

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