I know the first thing that you probably gonna say is, "Christmas Presents during February? You gotta be kidding me!"

Being modern ladies whom lead a hectic lifestyle, we only have that much time to get ready in the morning before we head to work or school. And because of that, most ladies tend to skip certain skincare or makeup steps.

My daily routine is really simple. My daily must-haves includes 5 items, namely Shiseido Perfect Whip foam, Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid lotion, Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer, Biore UV Moist Face milk and Tony Moly Crystal BB cream in Natural.

Step 1:

Shiseido Perfect Whip foam

I start my daily facial routine by cleansing my face with the Shiseido Perfect Whip foam that I lathered using my face wash net. When I first tried this cleanser out in the hotel which I was staying at Hong Kong, I kinda felt cheated because apparently, it doesn't foam well. It was only when I returned to Singapore that I realised that I need to use a face wash net to make it foam!

I like how creamy and foamy this cleanser is. You don't really need to use a lot of product each time to create enough foam for your entire face. Usually a size smaller than a 5-cent coin would create more than enough foam for my entire face. What I love about this cleanser is that it doesn't make your skin feel tightened after using it. In fact, I feel that it kinda moisturizes my face unlike other cleansers which strips my face of its natural oil. The scent is rather light and fresh which I like.

Repurchase: Yes

Step 2:

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid lotion

After cleansing my face with Shiseido Perfect Whip foam, I would tone my face with Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid lotion by patting about 2-3 drops onto my face until it is fully absorbed. Click here for the video on how to pat the lotion onto your skin.

I really like Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid lotion and am currently using the second bottle that I bought. One bottle lasted me for quite long, say about 7 months. You could also use Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid as a facial mask by pouring it onto facial cotton pads and place it on your face. Its good for moisturizing and making your skin soft and supple!

Step 3:

Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer

As mentioned in one of my previous post, my favourite moisturizer is Sebamed Clear Face Care Gel. It is probably one of the only moisturizers that I can use during the day as it is light enough. I was quite hesistant to try out Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer initially because I thought that it would be akin to Aquamoist C Whitening Cream which is impossible to wear in the day because it feels sticky and thick at the same time.

Hence, I only tried out Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer only after their other two products, 24hr Hydrating Instant Recovery Serum and 24hr Hydrating Detox-White Night Jelly impressed me. And boy, I was so surprised that it did not feel sticky at all. In fact, it is rather lightweight and it is easily absorbed into my skin! In fact, the texture felt more like a lotion rather than gel which kind of reminds me of the highly-raved, H2O+ Face Oasis™ Ultra Hydrator Oil Free Moisturizer that was recommended in the famous Taiwan variety show, Nu Ren Wo Zui Da. It also comes with a spatula for hygiene purposes. Personally, I find it rather convenient.

Ever since then, I have been using Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer after toning my face prior to sunscreen application.

Repurchase: Yes

Step 4:

Biore UV Moist Face milk

If you remember, I mentioned that one of the ways to fight aging to to apply sunblock everyday in one of my previous post.

For me, I apply sunblock without fail everyday. I think its necessary to protect my face from the harmful rays of the sun. I really like this sunscreen because it provides a powdery finish. I find that it keeps my face matt and I don't have to blot my face that much when I apply this. The best part is that it doesn't sting unlike the Neutrogena Fine Fariness Brightening UV Lotion that does when I apply it on the area near my eye.

Repurchase: Yes

Step 5: (optional)

Tony Moly Crystal BB cream in Natural

You will be surprised, but I have been wearing lesser makeup these days. Reason being - I am more into skincare these days. If you were to compare our face to a painting, proper skincare is essential as having a good piece of drawing canvas. Without a good piece of drawing canvas, no expensive paint would create a good piece of drawing.

On those days when I need a more coverage, I would apply Tony Moly Crystal BB cream as it has the most natural color among all my BB creams. If not I will stop at sunblock.

That's all for my post on my daily top 5 must-have products. Notice that I only focused on skincare? Well, that is because I intend to let you girlies tell me what would you love to read/see next on my Top 5 Must-have column. Just comment in my tagboard or my Formspring if you have any ideas alright?

Hope you like this post!

Love,
Patricia

Disclaimer: All products were purchased by me, except for Heme 24hr Hydrating Face moisturizer and Tony Moly Crystal BB cream which were sent to me for review purposes.

Available in Tony Moly Stores at $49.90

Tony Moly Party Lover Silky Smooth Primer swatch

I like the fact that the primer is transparent, as some make up primer or base which are beige in color tends to be too light or pinkish for me and it looks very unnatural by the time I finish off with liquid foundation and loose powder.

And I was sharing with you girlies earlier that I was amazed by what this primer could do. So what is it that this primer could do? Upon application, it makes my face really smooth and it makes any application of products be it BB Cream or liquid foundation glide on so well! It really lives up to its name - Silky Smooth Primer! It is also slightly moisturizing as well and gives my face a bit of the dewy look which I like!

Besides, it made my makeup stay on for the entire day till early evening, even though it was a really hot day and I was out since early in the morning. It would really good for work/school since you girlies will be out for almost entire day and great for clubbing as well since all those moves/dancing is likely to make you perspire and you need not worry about your makeup melting away.

I love BB Creams. I have 4 of them, with Tony Moly Crystal BB Cream being the 5th one as well as my latest addition to my collection.

We all know that some BB Creams are so thick that it looks very unnatural after applying it. And I dread that, because I am not a

geisha!

Tony Moly Crystal BB Cream swatch

In fact, it is kind of between 2 of my BB Creams with one being very moisturizing and the other having a good coverage. So now I guess, I wouldn't have to mix those 2 BB Creams together anymore because I found my new HG BB Cream which is none other than Tony Moly Crystal BB Cream!

Just to re-highlight what a make up primer could do for you girlies.

Judging from the photo, you could see that the part where I applied primer is much smoother and has a more consistent finish compared to the part without primer.

So, make sure that you girlies apply make up primer so ensure a smoother finish as well as to ensure that your make up stays on longer!

Different ways to wear BB Cream:

1) You could just apply BB Cream after your 3-step skincare (cleanse, tone, moisturize).
2) Apply BB Cream as a primer before liquid foundation and loose powder
3) Apply BB Cream and finish off with loose/pressed powder

There is no best way to wear it. You just have to try and experiment which is the best for you. For me, its the 3rd. I normally apply BB Cream and dab a little of pressed powder to set it.

Before I end this post, here is a face swatch of me wearing Tony Moly Party Lover Silky Smooth Primer Crystal BB Cream as well as a FOTD (it was scotching hot when I took this picture!).

Products used:

1) Tony Moly Party Lover Silky Smooth Primer
2) Tony Moly Crystal BB Cream
3) Kate High Coverage Pressed Powder UV
4) Oriental Princess Popping Cheek Blush Puff in Peachy Red
5) Revlon Color Burst Lipstick in Peach
6) NYX Round Lipgloss in Sorbet

I hope you girlies liked this post! Do leave a comment if you have any questions and I will respond to you shortly.

Love,
Patricia

For those of you whom are unfamiliar with Tony Moly, here are some abstracts from the Media Kit.

Tony Moly was founded in Korea in 2006. It has been gaining a strong following of consumers worldwide amonst the youth and young adults. Consumers are attracted to its wide product range and unique packaging, all at an affordable price. Each season, consumers can look forward to a thematic series ranging from World Cup to Valentine's Day to Christmas and Easter. Tony Moly is endorsed by well known South Korea girl group, The Brown Eyed Girls.

The second Tony Moly store would be opened at Bugis Junction in November 2010.

The brand's best sellers includes Egg Pore Series, Tomatox and Appletox.

Tomatox Brightening Mask

Appletox Smooth Massage Peeling Cream

Other popular products includes:

Peach Anti-Aging Hand Cream

Its so cute ain't it? My cousin got it from Korea for her Mom. &My Aunt loves it!

Ice Queen Crispy Tropical Pack

Shimmer Lover Cube

This reminds me very much of Bobbi Brown's Shimmer Brick.

Now, for the most exciting part - unveiling the goodies which I have received from Eugene (it was sent via courier service this morning)!

From L-R:

Tony Moly Crystal BB Cream in Natural
Dr. Tony Poreclear Tightening Sleeping Pack
Silky Perfect Primer
Intense Repair Dual Effect Sleeping Mask (One of the best-selling product in Korea!)
Small pouch of samples

I know you girlies would be interested/curious to know the products inside the pouch, being nice, I took a photo of all of them.

From L-R (Clockwise Direction):

Vita Vital MX7 Whitening Essence
Vita Vital MX7 Calming Foam Cleanser
Tony Moly Hair Tie
Vita Vital MX7 White Toner
Vita Vital MX7 White Emulsion
Tony Tint
Berry Berry Body Lotion
Berry Berry Body Wash
Ice Queen Multi Play Cream
Fresh Aqua Tear Drop Gel Cream

And all these goodies were packed in a very pretty patent limited edition bag featuring Kim Hyun Joong!

Reviews of the products mentioned above will be coming up soon, so stay tuned!

Thank you Tony Moly Singapore, Ms. Calle and Eugene for the opportunity to try out these lovelies.

Love,
Patricia

Disclaimer: Products featured were provided by Tony Moly Singapore for review purposes. I am not affiliated to them, neither am I getting paid for this.