AVON NATURALS STRAND STRENGTH APRICOT & SHEA SHAMPOO

Hi Bellas! How's your weekend so far? Hope it was a blast!  :)

Remember about my blog about the BDJ box I've received last friday? Since they've focus on pampering our  hairs, I've decided to make a product review about my current shampoo: Avon Naturals Strand Strength Shampoo infused with golden apricot extract and rich shea butter.

(200 ml|Php 99.00)

INGREDIENTS: Water Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Cocamide MIPA, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Glycol distearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, Acrylates/C10-30 ALKYL, Butyprospermum parkII (Shea) Butter, Citric Acid, SD Alcohol 40-8, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Prnunu Armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, Methylisothiazolinone, CI 15510, CI 19140

By the way, I'm an Avon dealer, so I've got this bottle for only Php 74.25 instead of Php 99.00. That's right, you'll get 25% off. Hooray for that! Anyways, this nourishing shampoo promises to leave hair feeling moisturized and revitalized. It, of course, cleanses the hair, leaving it more manageable and less prone to breakage. It also promises to help eliminate frizz and fly aways.

The following are my honest and unbiased review about this product:

  üPackaging  is cute :) 

  üSmells good most especially when bathing

  üThis shampoo held true to its promise to leave hair manageable and eliminates frizz

  üCould last up to a month or two, depends upon your hair length and no. of baths you gonna make :P

  üSays that you should used Strand strength Apricot & Shea conditioner for best results, but I don't mind       coz I think it's OK without one

For more products and information, kindly visit AVON PHILIPPINES. 

Have you tried any AVON hair care product lately? Let me know. Have a great hair day!  :D

BDJ AUGUST BOX: "A BOX TO REMEMBER"

I've always loved Friday more than any other day of the week and today is not an exception. :)

This morning, as I was busy finishing my work, our receptionist came to me and gave me something and I was like "Ah.. what's this?" and then I've realized that, "Woah! Is my most awaited package just arrived?" "Yeeesss! finally." (scream quietly lols)

Let the Unboxing begin!

                                                 BDJ AUGUST BOX: LUSCIOUS LOCKS

1. Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate (30ml|Php3,500.00) Boost your undelying beauty with this luxurious essence from Shiseido. It has the ULTIMUNE complex that was developed from 20 years of dermatological research. With just one week of daily use, skin is supple and glows with health.
     

2. Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick Shine (4g|Php350.00) Indulge in the bold and luxurious shades of Revlon's most iconic lisptick. It's LiquiSilk formula seals in color and softness. Delight in its dazzling array of fabulous and fashionable shades, you're sure to find one you'll love.

3. Fan Di Fendi Blossom (30ml|Php2,850.00) This new fragrance has a perfect combination of fruity, floral and musk notes for irresistible sparkling freshness, ultra feminine yet delicate scent and enhanced sophistication. Get a lighter and fresher scent, with a sensual and feminine touch.

4. L'Oreal Professionel Mythic Oil Nourishing Masque (200ml|Php1,095.00) This masque has a Paraben-free formula with Argan Oil & Cotton Seed Oil that works to balance hair's natural oil levels, targeting very dry ends to deliver intense nourishment for deeply nourished, disciplined and glowing hair.

5. L'Oreal Professionel Mythic Oil (125ml|Php995.00) Enriched with a special blend of Avocado and Grape Seed Oil. L'Oreal Professionel Mythic Oil cares and pampers all hair types. Nourishing even the finest hair, the formula leaves hair shiny and supple.

6. Garnier Color Naturals (100ml|Php199.00) Get natural looking and long lasting color, while leaving your hair soft and silky. It's easy to apply, non-drip cream formula is enriched with natural olive oil to nourish your hair as it colors.

Plus, a Blo Voucher where we can get 20% off on any of blo's 7 signature hairstyles and a Free Deep Conditioning Treatment for every blo out!

To end, let me share you a beautiful quote I've got from this box which captured my heart and soul:

"Be a girl with MIND, a woman with ATTITUDE, a lady with CLASS." :)


Have you received your BDJ box for the month? Which one's your favorite? Please let me know.

Happy Weekend Bellas! :)

30 DAY AB CHALLENGE

     I've been addicted to reading online journals lately about healthy living and physical fitness because of my annoying-big-belly-problem. Luckily, I found out this intriguing challenge that will help you flatten your stomach and strengthen you core in just 30 days. What?? Is that even possible? For some, yes it is. But as for me, I've got to figure it out! *wink* 

     So what's with this "30 day Ab Challenge" I'm talking about? Well, basically, this physical challenge involves four basic movement that should be done routinely, namely, sit ups, crunches, leg raises and planking. Let's try to define each one of them: (via Wikipedia)

• SIT UPS - an abdominal strength training exercise commonly performed to strengthen the abdominal muscles. It targets the hip flexor, rectus abdominus and to very small degree, the obliques. It begins with lying with the back on the floor, typically with the arms across the chest or hands behind the head and the knees bent in an attempt to reduce stress on the back muscles and spine, and then elevating both the upper and lower vertebrae from the floor until everything superior to the buttocks is not touching the ground. 

• CRUNCHES - same with sit ups, but primarily works on obliques. A crunch begins with lying face up on the floor with knees bent. The movement begins by curling the shoulders towards the pelvis. The hands can be behind or beside the neck or crossed over the chest. Injury can be caused by pushing against the head or neck with hands.

• LEG RAISES - a strength training exercise used for strengthening the rectus abdominis and hip flexors. It is done by lying on the floor on the back. It is done without apparatus except possibly cushions or weights for added resistance.

• PLANKING - (also called a front hold, hover, or abdominal bridge) is an isometric core strength exercise that involves maintaining a difficult position for extended periods of time. The most common plank is the front plank which is held in a push-up position with the body's weight borne on forearms, elbows, and toes.

   Sounds pretty cool right? Yeah! See below sample workout calendar for your reference. I'm still thinking if I'm going to revised this though.  (Source: www.30dayfitnesschallenges.com)

Let's give it a try?? Happy tummy toning! Stay motivated! :))