NO MORE: July

Hello, everyone! I'm adding a new segment into She Goes Thrifty, called No More! Every now and then, expect to see my very own hit-pan posts where I share products I've emptied out and used up. 

For the first edition, check out these products that I really loved and enjoyed using:

1. Nivea Dry Comfort Anti-Perspirant
- it promises 48 hour protection against perspiration
- doesn't have alcohol or colorants
- has a clean, crisp scent
- it doesn't darken my underarms
- doesn't sting at all
- I don't think I'll repurchase anytime soon. I have another Nivea bottle waiting to be used.

2. Human Nature Hand and Foot Salve (Eucalyptus, Carrot, and Bee Propolis)
- check out my review about it HERE
- I still have the other variant to use up.
- as always, Human Nature products never disappoint. :)
- repurchase might be out of the picture in the near future. I already have a second pot waiting in line.

3. Bugz Off Citronella Spray
- not greasy
- I use this alternately with my Human Nature Citronella Bug Spray
- no overwhelming scent
- gets used up pretty easily due to the spray-on format
- pretty affordable. Got this one at Watsons.
- I'm happy with bug spray from HHN so I'm not going to buy another bottle of this one anytime soon.

4. Human Nature Sunflower Beauty Oil
- my review on  this can be seen HERE
- repurchased! I don't mind buying this again and again. It works in more ways than one! Value for money indeed.
- one of Human Nature's bestsellers!

5. Victoria's Secret Deep-Softening Body Butter in Wild Scarlet
- love the scent! According to the label it has the scent of juicy apple and lily.
- comes in a big tub
- got this from my Dad, he bought it in the States.
- very moisturizing indeed!
- the consistency is a bit thicker compared to The Body Shop's body butters
- has a matching lotion and body spray

That's about it... At least for now. Looking forward to posting my next No More entry in August! Wee! How about you? Have you emptied out any beauty product lately? Tell me all about it! :)

Love,

SGT <3

Human Nature Series: Citronella Bug Spray

Tired of being bitten by pesky mosquitoes and other insects? Find the scent of commercial insect repellents absolutely repulsive and prices too much? Looking for the next best alternative? Human Nature has just the thing for you.

I found this Citronella Bug Spray  on their website a little while back, before my trip to Zamboanga. My lola has just moved to a new house further upstate, but still within the city, and the place has just been recently developed. I figured, I wouldn't want to catch Dengue along the way, so I tried the bug spray. Also, there seemed to be an unannounced conference of mosquitoes in our garage and in random parts of our home and I was getting sick of getting itchy, red bumps all over.

For Php 99.75 (around $2.50), you can get a 50mL bottle.

Now, on to the good (?) stuff...

I like this product for one major reason: it keeps the darn bugs away. Here's what Human Nature has to say about this bug spray. (from their site)

Our 100% natural bug spray effectively protects you from disease-causing mosquitoes and pesky bugs without the nasty effects of toxic chemicals. Includes organic virgin coconut oil (VCO), known for its skin-healing, moisturizing and anti-microbial benefits. It also contains organic citronella oil, a well known insect repellent, organic lemongrass, essential oil together with rosemary and lavender essential oils give off a pleasant smell that’s good for you but bad for the mozzies and bugs! Suitable for very young children!

There you go! It has no DEET, a chemical ingredient in most insect repellents. This toxic chemical cannot be used by babies and young children and poses serious health risks. It also has no parabens or preservatives, only natural goodness that Mother Nature has to offer. The bugs will surely hate you but your skin will thank you for it!

To use it, just pump the product out and apply as you would your lotion, making sure not to miss a spot. You won't need a lot, only about six pumps and you're good to go! The scent is a bit strong. You might not want to use this when you have to attend social events, go malling, or partying with your friends. I find the smell quite pleasant, but other people seem to react aversely to it, so use to your discretion. It's not much of a spray as it is an oil. When you apply it, it will leave an oily film on your skin but will evaporate after a long while. It's a little greasy but the protection from dangerous health risks make it all the more tolerable and worth all the con's. Scent and feel aside, this baby is definitely a must-have  especially if you're keen on staying healthy and dengue-free. (and protected from other mosquito-borne diseases)

What's your favorite insect repellent?

Love,

SGT <3