It’s that time of the year to start tossing old makeup (you know, the ones that you’ve been storing over over a year now) and start replacing them with new, nifty products. You should know by now that things like the expiry date for mascaras are up to a year whereas foundation lasts up to two years. You can tell this with a simple icon located on the product’s packaging body. Anyhow, let’s take a look at some of the newer buys you can get in the market that’s also easy on your wallet (read: below RM100)

Best Overnight Whitening Cream

Garnier Light Night Overnight Whitening Peeling Cream, RM20.90

The nightcream works to gently exfoliate dark cells and lighten the skin through its use of micro-peeling active ingredients. The use of nightcream in any skincare regime is vital as it is typically composed of high-potency ingredients that are optimally absorbed at nighttime, when skin is resting. The result is brighter and fairer skin that is completely rejuvenated upon waking up in the morning.

The secret in the nightcream lies with Garnier’s use of technology and active natural ingredients. The main ingredient is fruit Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), a concentrate obtained by a distillation of orange, citron, sugar cane, blueberry and maple. It works to gently exfoliate and regenerate skin cells leaving skin brighter. Lemon essence is used for its soothing qualities and refreshing fragrance. A key antioxidant ingredient is gentian extract, a herbaceous plant from southern Europe. Along with vitamin CG, a stable form of vitamin C, gentian extract also inhibits the pigmentation process for fairer skin.

Best Waterproof and Vibrant Mascara

ZA Wide Eyes Mascara, RM31.90

This comb-type brush is able to catch even the smallest, thinnest lashes and lifts from the roots. The special stretching formula wraps around each lash smoothly and evenly to the tip for a long, natural look with no fiber-clumps. It’s also waterproof and smudge-resistant; making it perfect to catch soppy flicks like P.S. I Love You and Marley and Me in the cinemas. The mascara also contains a treatment ingredient which treats damaged eyelashes. Also available in colours like blue, black and violet.

Best Sweet and Shiny Lip Gloss

Majolica Majorca Honey Pump Gloss, RM17.90

This lip gloss is formulated with honey moisturising ingredients and royal jelly to keep lips looking rich and intense always. Choose from pure pink with red pearl (PK130) or beige with pearl (BE131) for your everyday use. You’ll get instant lucsious and vibrant lips!

Best Eye Massager

ettusais Eye Zone Massaging Essence Serum, RM109

Okay, so this product may not entirely be in the ‘under RM100′ section but it’s got to be one of those relaxing serum that’s made to combat dark circles with ease! This evening fighter is a gel serum which promotes blood circulation and metabolism while you sleep. The cool shimmer gel contains microparticulated pearl which glides on smoothly and helps blood congestion around eyes to recover. Infused with ‘hesperidin’, it is capable of promoting blood circulation. It’s dermatologist-tested, fragrance-free with mild acidic formula.

Trust us when we say this is really useful for owls like us who burn the midnight oil – trying to finish up on assignments and cutting back on sleep time.

We hope you like our pick. Any products you’ve tried and tested which you like to share with us?

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