Musee Platinum Tokyo

Been deciding to get an underarm hair removal for quite awhile. So I've been doing some research and looking out online for great deals. Saw that Deal.com has offered the Musee 92% off Unlimited Underarm Hair Removal for $98 (Retails at $1188). After checking out with my friends if the services are good and some online comments, I decided to purchase the deal! One of my friends who is actually a current customer of Musee told me to visit the Millenia Walk's branch, the services are better. And so I did! Called them up for consultation, which occurred today… And so… 

Grabbed some of the images online… 

Some history on Musee Platinum Tokyo… 

It is Japan's No.1 Hair Removal Salon… 

They use a state-of-the-art S.S.C. technology to remove the hair on the underarms. This treatment is not only gentle on the skin, it also has almost zero till little discomfort, ensuring an experience that you will not regret. 

Grabbed this image from their website. 

They also mentioned that there is minimal pain, and the whole process takes about 3 minutes. Talk about efficiency!! Moreover, the skin structure is not damaged, leaving your skin smooth. If you are afraid you may have allegies to the gel they are using, I think the gel would be quite okay, since it is made up of plant peptides. SSC is actually different from wax or laser treatment, which are more painful, have longer process times and may even burn your skin. You can read more about it from their website again… I only grabbed the essential points here. 

Their locations and contacts are located below:

The Centrepoint #03-20; Tel:6735 8511

PARCO Millenia Walk #P3-13; Tel: 6337 7273

Plaza Singapura #04-08C; Tel: 6884 3500

Bugis+ #03-12; Tel: 6341 9844 (Newly opened)

Like I mentioned before, I went to the Millenia outlet. First consultation was nothing much. Filled in survey forms so they can understand more about my condition, whether I have any allergies etc. Then, she explained to me their treatment process and some misconceptions about hair removal and follow-up procedures to take note after treatment. For example,  you are actually not supposed to pluck your underarm hair 'cause it creates double hair growth. She then told me about the hair growth cycle (full cycle takes 2 months). Before treatments, must sure to shave 2 days before. On the day of treatment, do not apply anything to the underarm (no deodorant), no alcohol consumption, no vaccination. Follow-up treatments include keep that area moisturized (after all you did exposed it to some heat), no plucking, no suntanning, no hot showers/saunas, no strenous exercise, no alcohol consumption etc. It's supposed to be unlimited la, but each year you can only do 6 sessions, and by the 3rd or 4th year it's 2 sessions per year? Can't really remember but the sessions are planned on your hair growth cycle. It's not too good to submit your cells to too much of these heat I think as well (later get mutations and lead to cancer how? LOL PARANOID XD). Also, you don't really have to worry about your money flying away or something (like those slimming centers suddenly closing down and your unused package and money are GONE). This is because, Musee is a huge company! They have over 127 outlets in Japan, 5 in Hongkong, 5 in Singapore and 3 in Shanghai! OMG.

First consultation is free, but if you get from the deals, the first session is compulsory and used as a consultation session (so you lose one session?). She also reassured me that they do not practise hard-selling, but only promote services. It’s up to you whether you want to take up the service anot. I've been to numerous places, and they really hard sell you, and make you buy this cream after wards. So I'm quite glad Musee doesn't do that. So my money is safe with me. HAHAH. Another thing is that, when they showed me their other services, I wanted to take a closer look to see what services they provide. But they flipped the page and talked so quickly that I couldn’t even manage a stare at the page.
Supposed they really didn't want to hardsell, but just inform you that they have other products too.

They are currently have a promotion on their website, the unlimited underarm offer is now $138, comes with free facial massenger and $100 off and 25% off vouchers. If you sign up with your friend, you get a free small part treatment as well! That aside, the deal also offered a $200 voucher and a facial massager. More details over here… Guess mine's a steal? HAHHA.. For more information, you can read more about Musee over at Silver Ang’s blog or directly visit Musee's website!

Can't wait for my 2nd session, which is the real treatment!!

Shortly after that, I walked around Suntec while waiting for bf to reach. Guardian was having a 50% sale on ALL products in the atrium! Bought Bigen Silk Touch Mystic Violet Hair Dye, Silkpro treatment conditioner, Acne patch and Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer with SPF15 for total $25. Really a steal, because just the Cetaphil Moisturizer costs $24 (before 50% discount). 

I tried out the moisturizer just now, but maybe I squeezed too much? It left a sticky feeling behind, and not to mention the shine. Funny thing is, it’s stated on the box that it is lightweight and non-greasy. -.- I didn’t have the burning sensation that I read in makeupalley, but I’m afraid of the shine and clogged pores aftermath. Maybe I shall try out the product again tomorrow and see how it goes! If not I’ll probably exchange for Clinelle’s Moisture Glow. Read in makeupalley again that it’s light and good. Edit: Can't exchange 'cause it's a sales product! Tried out the product longer, and I couldn't stand it. The excess shine and stickyness were awful. Didn't feel like the product absorbed into my skin at all. 

It’s really difficult for me to find a good moisturizer. I’m rather particular about the shine, stickiness and clogging of pores. Currently I’m using Body Shop’s Vitamin E Day Moisturizer Cream and Intense Moisturizer Cream for night use. I’m still getting occasional breakouts especially during my exams and pre-menstrual period, and there's that shine and stickiness that I do not like. And I realized my skin has all the small bumps on my cheeks. So does that mean clogged pores? No idea, but I really want to change my moisturizer, but no choice I have to finish up the products! 

Any recommendations for moisturizers for combination/oily/pimple-prone skin?