In as much as we all know that flossing is super important, a lot of us neglect this extra oral healthcare step – either we forget to do it or we just don’t do it properly. There is actually a way to make flossing easy and more effective. String floss is not really that effective – it is tedious to use and it doesn’t really get to the bottom of the tooth to remove every single bits and pieces of food.  

Water flosser or Oral Irrigators has been around for quite some time but it has not been part of the mainstream oral care routine. Perhaps because of the price or perhaps the bulkiness of the machine, people seem to just default to using their trusty old strings that doesn’t really do much cleaning.

I was given a chance to try and test Yasi Oral Irrigator.  Honestly, I am a big fan of water flosser – in fact, I have one at home. It is pretty bulky but I am happy with the way it cleans the nooks and crannies between my teeth. 

First Impression:

Compared to my old flosser, this model from Yasi is very sleek and compact. It looks more modern and straight out portable. It basically has 3 parts – the charging base, the handle which has the tank and control and of course, the nozzle.

The entire machine is the handle itself.  The tank can hold a good amount of water without compromising the sleekness of the handle.  It can be gripped comfortably by the user.

It also has four power modes for different oral hygiene needs: soft mode for gentle cleaning, normal mode for regular or standard cleaning, pulse mode for massaging the gums and point control working mode for water injection or burst.

 Nozzles

It also comes with 4 nozzles – 2 regular nozzles (color coded), 1 orthodontic nozzle – for those who have braces and 1nasal irrigator (perfect for those who suffer seasonal allergies).

Experience:

It is very easy to use this machine. I initially charged this for 8 hours prior to using it. Once set, I attached the regular nozzle and filled up the tank with lukewarm water. I used this irrigator the way I used my old one. I guided the nozzle on the base of my teeth and kept it at a 90 degree angle. The water pressure is very good and it really did clean my mouth. I also love using the pulse mode – it is just like giving my gums the extra care that it needs.  

Verdict:

I am very happy with Yasi Oral Irrigator. The sleek style and its portability is definitely a total bonus in addition to its effectiveness. It is a must have item at home. 

Interested in getting your own Yasi Oral Irrigator? Check it out HERE.

This is my first time trying a charcoal peel-off mask.  I have high expectations based on the promo photos of this product on Amazon. It claims to instantly remove black heads, dead skin cells and tiny hairs. Another benefit that it claims is that it whitens and brightens the skin after use. This mask also comes with a small bottle of Rose Hydrosol for toning the skin after using the mask.

This mask is best used right after washing your face. Just apply the product (make it a bit thick) and wait for it to dry before peeling.

I have a little problem with this mask. It has a strong scent (perhaps alcohol) that bothers me. With regard to the product effectively removing whiteheads, blackheads and tiny hairs – it is not as effective as those pore strips where you can see all the blackheads and tiny hairs stuck on the strip. However, this peel-off mask does remove some of the small shallow whiteheads and it really does brighten the skin.

The Rose spray is amazing. It has a beautiful refreshing scent.

Check it out HERE: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H6VXR8

I received this item at a discount in exchange for an honest review

I wear make-up everyday and it is important for me to remove every single bit at the end of the day. I was introduced to oil based make-up remover about three years ago. I remember trying Boscia for the first time and I was really impressed on how easily it removed my make-up.  Ever since then, I have been trying several different brands of oil based make up remover. 

While scrolling through my Instagram, I stumbled upon the brand Jane Scrivner. I got curious with what their brand offer and decided to reach out to them.  They were very kind to have responded to my email.  They also sent me this award winning product called NOURISHING CLEANSER. It won the BEAUTY SHORTLIST Awards 2017 for  'Best Cleansing Balm' AND 'Best Cleanser 40+'. How awesome is that?!

Nourishing Cleanser is in a balm form. It has a beautiful golden yellow color and has a very rich, thick velvety texture that immediately melts upon contact to the skin.  It also has a relaxing lavender scent that is most welcoming for me. It also comes with a white soft wash cloth that is made of 100% cotton. 

According to the instructions, I just have to apply a pea sized amount of the balm on to my skin.  But, before I went on to try the balm; I first submerged the washcloth into warm water. Using my fingers as my tool, I worked the balm on my entire face – concentrating more on my eye area. Next step is to use the washcloth (wring it first!) – I gently wiped the soft washcloth on my face to completely remove the remaining dirt and grime. I followed it up by soaking the washcloth (it would be nice to rinse it first) in cold water and then gently patted it on my skin.  Tadah! Clean face!

 

This cleansing balm works! Another bonus is the entire cleansing process – it’s very relaxing! The scent and texture of the balm plus the luxuriousness of the cotton washcloth makes this chore more like a ritual.  I love it!

Aside from using this balm as a cleanser, it can also be used as a night mask. Just apply a thin layer of the balm on to the skin.  No need to rinse!

For more information on Jane Scrivner Products, visit www.janescrivner.com