Author: Desi Ibrahim
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I used to hate Huda Beauty loose powder, but now it’s one of my HOLY GRAIL products
Read more: I used to hate Huda Beauty loose powder, but now it’s one of my HOLY GRAIL productsThis powder has been sitting on my vanity table for some time because I never reach out to it that often. I didn’t understand why so many people were raving about it, but when I used it, this powder didn’t do anything for me. Turns out I have been using it all wrong! In this…
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Beauty Repurchases – Buying my second bottles of Cetaphil SA Cleanser and Paula’s Choice RESIST 2% BHA
Read more: Beauty Repurchases – Buying my second bottles of Cetaphil SA Cleanser and Paula’s Choice RESIST 2% BHARecently I’ve been having a breakout, mostly on my forehead and jawline near my left ear. I have been consistently using my skincare, but I guess things can flare up just because of many things. I just knew I had to repurchase products that had worked for me before and were proven to keep my…
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Vacationing to Bintan Island and Staying at Nirwana Resort Hotel
Read more: Vacationing to Bintan Island and Staying at Nirwana Resort HotelAn Indonesian couple traveled to Bintan for a relaxing getaway, staying at Nirwana Resort Hotel. They enjoyed the warm hospitality, pristine accommodations, delicious Indonesian cuisine, and various activities, recommending the resort for its affordability and excellent service.
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Review: 2-Months Use of Innisfree Green Tea Amino Hydrating Cleanser on My Oily Skin
Read more: Review: 2-Months Use of Innisfree Green Tea Amino Hydrating Cleanser on My Oily SkinI bought this cleanser in early September when there was a discount at my local Innisfree store. I was running out of my facial cleanser, and I just wanted to purchase a more affordable option (I was prescribed La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar H Isobiome Cleanser by my dermatologist). I cleanse my face three times daily, so…
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32 classes later: 5 months of Pilates as physical rehab & muscle-strengthening routine
Read more: 32 classes later: 5 months of Pilates as physical rehab & muscle-strengthening routineThree months ago, I wrote about my experience doing Pilates for my IT band syndrome. I am pleased to say that my condition has improved a lot more since then. In this post, I wanna share my progress with Pilates as part of my physical rehabilitation programme and how it has been a great influence…
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Everything I’m Trying Out for The FIRST TIME – October 2025
Read more: Everything I’m Trying Out for The FIRST TIME – October 2025As the weather gets hotter, my skin has been producing a lot more oil and sweat. It is not great news at all since my skin is very acne-prone, and once I get a new bump, it takes forever to calm it AND remove the discolouration afterwards. So I am trying out some new products…
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Review: Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 on My Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Review: Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 on My Oily, Acne-Prone SkinThe author reviews Paula’s Choice RESIST Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30, praising its tint, oil control, and functionality as a primer, recommending it for oily, acne-prone skin.
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Review: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm on My Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Review: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm on My Oily, Acne-Prone SkinThis is my first time using cleansing oil/balm from a Clinique brand. I bought Clinique Cleansing Balm when I visited the Beauty Fiesta 2025 last July at Expo. I was running out of my cleansing oil at that time, so I thought this was a good opportunity to try this out. I think Clinique Take…
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Is Makeup Primer Really Necessary? My Thoughts as Someone With Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Read more: Is Makeup Primer Really Necessary? My Thoughts as Someone With Oily, Acne-Prone SkinI have begun wearing makeup since I was 18 years old, meaning it has been almost 12 years since then. I wore heavy makeup for stage performances for several years, doing party makeup service for clients, and now I’m learning to naturally apply makeup for everyday. I could say I can confidently share my thoughts…
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Review: Allie Gel UV EX SPF 50+ PA++++ (Face & Body) on My Oily Skin
Read more: Review: Allie Gel UV EX SPF 50+ PA++++ (Face & Body) on My Oily SkinAllie is a household brand in Japan for sunscreen products. It is under Kao’s subsidiary, Kanebo — which is a really popular beauty brand in Asia. I was looking for a touch-up sunscreen that I can put in my bag for both my face and body. As I noticed that my hands have been looking…
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Need Your Help on My Beauty Survey!
Read more: Need Your Help on My Beauty Survey!Calling for survey respondents! 😍 I wanted to make this blog more helpful to you so I made a survey that you can fill in (totally optional), which you can access at 👉 https://sodasyrupblog.com/beauty-lifestyle-blog-content-survey/ If you feel like there are beauty- or lifestyle-related topics that have not been talked about enough by the beauty community,…
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Hauls From Beauty Fiesta 2025
Read more: Hauls From Beauty Fiesta 2025Beauty Fiesta is Singapore’s biggest annual beauty event. I had to come and check it myself! A lot of beauty products—from skincare and makeup to perfume and body care—were sold at awesome discounts. Some were sold cheaper, as the expiration is like the end of this year or early 2026. But many are also sold…
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