Everyone wants to look skinnier and taller, thanks to society. I understand that we have to love our body no matter what, but it's not a bad thing to elevate it by wearing something that makes us confident and of course, comfortable. So recently I found a basic dress that makes me feel that way and surprisingly it's from a local brand called Better Than Yours. Its maxi dress has super light, stretchy cotton material with above-elbow sleeves to cover upper arms and side front slit to enhance my short legs. Although I am not a fan of the collar (I personally prefer round neckline), but overall this basic dress makes me look skinnier and taller although I only wear sneakers. It's a win-win!

Dress : Better Than Yours // Jacket : Vintage // Shoes : Nike // Cap : Better Than Yours

I am a true believer of beauty comes from the inside out, as well as hydration. We can’t just use skincare everyday to achieve that flawless glass skin which everyone’s craving for. We still have to maintain it from the inside anyway, based on how we feed our skin. It is because: we are what we eat, right?

Since I started healthy lifestyle few years ago, I tend to drink water at least 2 liter per day and I can really feel the difference as the progress goes on. Drinking water really helps a lot to improve skin elasticity, prevent roughness and wrinkle. Yeah, I really take note on that seriously because I am also a dry skin survivor so I really have to maintain hydration level of my skin – and when it comes to mineral water brand, I always trust myself with AQUA because of its single source purity and good minerals which really good for body. That is why when they just released their collaboration with my favorite E-commerce brand, SOCIOLLA, I got super excited! AQUA Reflections x SOCIOLLA brings “Hydrate To Radiate” as their tagline to remind us all on how important it is to drink high quality water to maintain skin health from the inside. Fyi, AQUA Reflections is the premium edition of AQUA which contains high quality, balanced minerals sourced through protected ecosystem balance plus with super exclusive glass bottle design.

As you can see from the pictures below, based on the design, it has super cute yet elegant design with Sociolla’s characteristic : pink color with XOXO elements which inspired by “Batik Kawung” symbol which translated as “Pure Heart”. How genius is that?

AQUA Reflections x SOCIOLLA

Interested to try? I have a good news for you!

Once you purchase this limited edition AQUA Reflections x SOCIOLLA in Sociolla’s offline store (yes, it is only available offline at the moment), you can easily scan the QR code on the side of the bottle and directly you’ll receive e-voucher worth IDR 25.000 which valid until 31 December 2021, by logging in or signing up at SOCO ID. After you got the ‘hydration from the inside’ and claim the e-voucher, now it’s time to proceed it to the ‘hydration from the outside’ a.k.a skincare! When it comes to skincare recommendation, we all agree that Sociolla knows best for us. So here are some skincare products recommendation which Sociolla approves best to boost our skin hydration.

1. ARIUL SMOOTH & PURE MICELLAR WATER

A paraben-free, MIT-free, phenoxyethanol-free, alcohol-free, BHT-free, EDTA-free body lotion for dry to very dry skin. It is formulated with Cupuacu butter extract to moisturize and and nourish skin until 24 hour. This Klorane body lotion has creamy texture indeed but it’s quickly absorbed into skin and not feeling greasy at all.

3. AHC HYALURONIC CLEANSING FOAM

Gel-to-foam cleansing foam from Korean brand AHC which enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to cleanse and moisturize skin. It’s formulated with micro Hyaluronic Acid and Moringa Seed to lift dirt helps to revitalize skin condition. It has light gel texture and very calming scent which I adore so much! I've been replacing my facial foam to this ever since I received it and I can tell you that this facial foam gives extra moisture to my skin and soften it. My skin feels so fresh and well hydrated (and it stays until few hours ahead).

I've been craving for Sukin for so long and finally got to try it myself. Alcohol-free hydrating mist toner that combines rose water and chamomile to help soothe, purify, and cool tired skin. It can be used after cleansing, before and after makeup application or anytime your skin is feeling tired, stressed or overheated. It can be used on face and body, over and under lotions, creams, oils, gels, even makeup. I personally like to bring it for traveling to make my skin feels refreshed and hydrated.

5. MEDIHEAL NMF AQUARING AMPOULE MASK EX

I’ve been using this Mediheal ampoule mask since few years ago and I can really tell you that this is one of my top list sheet mask! N.M.F (Natural Moisturizing Factor), Sodium Hyaluronate, and Witch Hazel Water ingredients solves skin thirstiness, Allantoin and Trehalose enhance skin elasticity and give tightening effect. This mask sheet made from fine, silky fiber material which helps to tighten chin and jaw area. This product is able to tighten pores, control sebum level, and gives extra moisture to skin, even it can overcome allergy which caused by dry skin if we use it for long term period!

GIVEAWAY COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Let’s join Sociolla’s exciting giveaway competition by simply purchase AQUA Reflections x SOCIOLLA at Sociolla’s offline store and follow these super easy rules :

• Drink and show-off your Aqua Reflections bottle while using AQUA x SOCIOLLA’s Instagram filter which you can find in Sociolla’s Instagram.
• Follow @sociolla, @beautyjournal, and @aqua_reflections.
• Save your post in IG Story Highlight with title “AQUAxSociolla” and don’t forget to comment “DONE” in Aqua Reflections giveaway post at @beautyjournal’s Instagram.
• Get chance to win Hydration Box and other exciting gifts which you can find easily at @beautyjournal Instagram.
• The competition lasts until February 2021.

So, are you ready to HYDRATE TO RADIATE ? It’s time to show-off your true flawless glass skin!

Find out more at : http://www.sociolla.com/promo/3393-sociolla-x-aqua

Welcome the first week of 2021! It's a fresh start for us to work on our new year resolution. First thing's first, outfit of the day. As we all know, pandemic is still here so I just stay at home during the Christmas and NYE. However it doesn't stop me to look slightly different for the new year that is why my first outfit pick goes to loungewear. Although I don't wear loungewear often, but when I wear it I usually put an extra effort by giving an elegant twist to my look. This loungewear dress from ESYE, gives me a classic yet stylish feeling with its tie dye print in maxi form. I like the super light material and the giant obi which easy to adjust. To give the elegant twist, I wear my favorite statement chain necklace and statement heels so I can wear it for a casual afternoon tea without doubting myself for wearing loungewear.

So, how do you think about this loungewear dress?