Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Mineral ColorCreme Lipstick in Red Candy.

Two weeks ago, Human Heart Nature launched five new products in celebration of the summer season. Although I wasn't able to attend the Product Launching and Magalogue Turnover (I was out of town with the family that day), I was still given the privilege of road-testing the new products - thanks to the press kit sent by Gandang Kalikasan, Inc. And inside the press kit were four of Human Heart Nature's latest product offerings - including this new lip product.

Human Heart Nature Mineral ColorCreme Lipstick

The newest addition to Human Heart Nature's mineral makeup line, the ColorCreme Lipstick promises vivid color and luscious moisture - all in one tube.

Cute and dainty box with pretty, pink hearts.

Color + moisture in one tube. :)

It's made with all-natural ingredients such as cocoa butter, sunflower seed oil, and passion fruit seed oil that melt on the lips for an easy and smooth glide. It's also packed with natural vitamin E to keep your lips soft, smooth, and healthy.

All-natural ingredients.

Cruelty-free, too!

The ColorCreme Lipstick comes in a plastic, slim line lipstick tube, with six different shades ranging from corals to pinks to reds. The shades have either a shiny or satin finish; Red Candy, which is the shade that I received, has the latter.

Red Candy.

To be honest, I had a bit of a challenge using the lipstick. Twisting it up was a bit difficult, and drawing it back down was even harder. After twisting it up and down for several times, I managed to push a bit of the lipstick up, to an amount that will suffice for swatching and application.

As you can see, 'satin' is noted on the box.

Now here's how the product looks like when swatched.
Satin is actually my kind of finish when it comes to lipsticks. They're comfortable to wear and moisturizing on the lips, but the color payoff and coverage can be just as intense as matte lipsticks - without the drying feel.

One swipe on the left, two swipes on the right.

Despite the name 'Red Candy', this shade looks more pink than red, with slightly mauve undertones. The texture is lovely, the color payoff is gorgeous, and the product glides on your lips like a dream.

Red Candy on my lips.

It's feels soft and moisturizing on the lips (you can actually wear it without a lip balm underneath), but the wear time leaves much to be desired. It stays on for about two or three hours, and that's pretty much it. I don't mind reapplying, though, as this lipstick has a nice, slightly fruity scent. I love taking a whiff of that scent each time I retouch the color on my lips. :)

What I love:

- Satin finish.

- Great color payoff.

- Coverage is medium but buildable.

- Easy to apply.

- Moisturizes the lips.
- Has a mild, fruity scent.

- Made with natural ingredients.

- Cruelty-free.

- Proudly Philippine-made.

- Affordable price.

What you might not like:

- The lipstick tube is a bit difficult to maneuver.
- Doesn't stay on the lips for long.

Products Used:
FACE: Tony Moly Luminous Pure Aura CC Cream.
Missha Under Eye Brightener.
EYES: Ever Bilena Eyebrow Pencil in Brown.
BYS Waterproof Eyeliner in Black.
Majolica Majorca Lash King Mascara.
CHEEKS: Tony Moly Cristal Blusher in Pleasure Peach.
LIPS: Human Heart Nature Mineral ColorCreme Lipstick in Red Candy.

The ColorCreme Lipstick is currently being sold at Php 295 each - available online, at Human Heart Nature branches, or through registered dealers near you. :)

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Scented Cleansing Bar.

Hooray for lazy, no-school Mondays! Thanks to the Teachers' Seminar happening right now at my son's school, we don't have classes and I have the luxury of waking up late, not having to prepare breakfast in a rush, and the chance to finish some of my long overdue product reviews.

And so today, I'll be featuring these Scented Cleansing Bars from Human Heart Nature. I've had them in my stash for more than a month already, and only had the chance to try them last week. There are just way too many bath and body products here that I have to roadtest, and I don't know which one to use first. Not complaining, though. :)

100% Natural Scented Cleansing Bar.

Here's the product description from the Human Heart Nature website:

When was the last time you burst into song in the shower? Let our cleansing bars’ cheery symphony of scents give you a new reason to belt your heart out! 
If you’re looking for just the right kick of citrus to invigorate your mind and stimulate your senses, then suds up with our Lemon Zest Cleansing Bar. 

Lemon Zest Cleansing Bar.

Check the label! :)

Craving a fresh, clean scent to get all that good energy flowing? Our Aloe Fresh Cleansing Bar is your perfect match. 

Aloe Fresh Cleansing Bar.

Check the label! :)

Whichever you choose, you can be assured that our cleansing bars are perfectly gentle on your skin. They’re cold-processed to retain their natural glycerin, which helps keep your skin soft and supple. Here’s a bonus: cold-processing consumes less energy and produces less waste – so each cleansing bar is not only skin-friendly, but Earth-friendly as well.

No harmful chemicals.

Tue enough, both soaps were mild and gentle, and did a good job moisturizing my skin. Not surprising, since they're made with all-natural ingredients. As in coconut oil, lye, sugarcane-derived sodium lactate and sodium gluconate (removes dirt and grime), plus plant-derived decyl glucoside (for the foamy lather).

Both variants smell lovely, with a scent that's neither mild nor overpowering. However, I find the scent of the Lemon Zest soap more refreshing than the other. And I believe it's because of the citrus peel extract incorporated in it. You see, while the other soap is called Aloe Fresh, and it does smell like aloe vera, there's no aloe vera as per the list of ingredients.

Earth-friendly packaging. :)

What I love:

- Cute, earth-friendly packaging.

- Made with all-natural ingredients.

- No harmful chemicals.

- Not tested on animals.

- Proudly Philippine-made.

- Moisturizes the skin.

- Mild and gentle; safe for sensitive skin.

- The invigorating scent of the Lemon Zest variant.

- Affordable price.

What you might not like:

- It dissolves faster than commercially-available, hot-processed soaps, but that's normal since this one is cold-processed. I suggest you keep this soap in a separate soap dish/rack that gives proper drainage. That way, the soap bar stays fresh and will last longer. 

Have you tried these soaps before? They sell for Php 69.75 each, and are available online, at local Human Heart Nature branches, or through registered dealers. They're sold at Beauty Bar outlets and Robinson's, Rustan's, and Shopwise supermarkets in the Metro, too!

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature 100% Natural Kids Bath Soap.

If there's one loyal Human Heart Nature user in this household aside from me, it's my little man. He's been using Human Heart Nature products since 2009 - exactly a week after he turned one. He's turning five next month, which means he's been using nothing but organic products for the past four years!

One of his favorites from the brand is the Kids Natural Shampoo, which he fondly calls 'yummy shampoo'. Now he has a 'yummy soap' - aptly named 'Chocolate Adventure' - to go with it.

Get ready for some Chocolate Adventure! 

This is the all-new, 100% Natural Kids Bath Soap, which was included in the box of goodies sent to me by GK Inc. It comes in a cute and colorful box, which immediately caught the little man's attention as soon as he spotted this in the package.

100% Natural, Biodegradable, Cruelty-free.

What I like about this soap, (and with Human Heart Nature products in general) is that it contains none of those chemicals that can do more harm than good to a child's sensitive skin.

Looks like a chocolate bar!

There are no harmful synthetic surfactants (like SLS or SLES) in this product; instead, it has natural cleaning agents such as coconut oil and sodium hydroxide (lye) that remove dirt and grime. It also contains sugarcane-derived sodium lactate and sodium gluconate that keep your child’s skin from drying unlike most chemical soaps. It's also formulated with plant-derived decyl glucoside for a foamy lather, and to make bath time more fun for the little ones.

It's 120 grams; about 8cm wide and 2.5 cm thick.

Oh, and this soap smells heavenly, too! Like a freshly-baked chocolate chip cookie, which my little man loves.

Bits and pieces of 'chocolate'.

What I love:

- Cute packaging.

- Sweet, chocolatey scent.

- Made with all-natural ingredients.

- Contains no harmful chemicals.

- Keeps the skin soft, smooth, and moisturized.

- Safe for sensitive skin.

- Proudly Philippine-made.

- Cruelty-free.

- Affordable price.

What you might not like:

- None that I can think of. :)

The Human Heart Nature 100% Natural Kids Bath Soap sells for Php 69.75 each, and can be bought online, through registered dealers, and at local branches nationwide. Hopefully, this product will be available in the US website, too!

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature 100% Natural Healthy Lotion.

Last week, I had the honor of receiving this wonderful gift from Gandang Kalikasan Inc. (Thanks Sara and Reby for this surprise!) It's a box filled with Human Heart Nature goodies - some of their newest products that were launched during the last Magalogue Turnover.

L-R: 100% Natural Healthy Lotion, 100% Natural Day Moisturizer,
Natural Feminine Wash in Powder Cool, 100% Natural Kids Bath Soap.

I'll be featuring every single one of these products, starting with the 100% Natural Healthy Lotion. I've been using it since the day this box arrived at my place and I must say, I am loving this new Blossom Beauty variant a lot. It comes in a refreshing fruity floral scent that's not too mild and not too strong. Plus the scent lingers on the skin for hours. I actually find the Blossom Beauty better than the other two variants of the Natural Healthy Lotion.

100% Natural Healthy Lotion in 200mL and 50mL bottles.

Like its predecessors - the Berry Bliss and Vanilla Delight variants - this new product contains no harmful chemicals, no parabens, no mineral oil, and no synthetic fragrances.

Blossom Beauty.

But what gives this new lotion the edge is that it's packed with twelve, yes twelve of nature's best nutrients and antioxidants. These are: Vitamins A, B1, B2, B9, B12, C, E, K, amino acids, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, and zinc. That's quite a lot, huh?

Remember, all lotions can moisturize.
But not all of them are healthy! 

But wait, there's more! (I sound like an ad from the Home Shopping Network, hahaha!)
This lotion also contains soybean oil that protects your skin from harmful UV rays and a 24-hour moisture booster from sugarcane compound. Not to mention the already remarkable all-natural blend of aloe vera leaf juice and sunflower and avocado oils that locks in moisture and makes the skin soft, smooth, and beautifully radiant.

All natural, cruelty-free. :)

Its thin and runny-like consistency allows for easy absorption and doesn't leave the skin with a greasy, heavy feel. It's the kind of lotion that you'd want to use even on a hot, summer day. (Of course I know it's already autumn in most parts of the globe and the days are getting colder and all.)

Runny, but non-sticky.

What I love:

- Made with all-natural ingredients.

- Contains no harmful chemicals.

- Cruelty-free.

- Proudly Philippine-made.

- Fruity, floral scent that lingers on the skin.

- Loaded with nutrients and antioxidants.

- Softens, smoothes, and moisturizes the skin.

- Feels light on the skin.

What you might not like:

- This is an organic product, so no SPF.

- I know there are people who are allergic to soy. Be wary, as this contains soybean oil.

The Blossom Beauty 100% Natural Healthy Lotion comes in two sizes - 50mL (Php 64.75) and 200mL (Php 199.75), and can be purchased online, through registered dealers, or at local branches nationwide. Oh, and yes, Human Heart Nature is available in the United States, too! :)