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Review of By Wishtrend's UV Defense Moist Cream SPF50+/PA++++
By Wishtrend is a skincare line formulated by Wishtrend, many of their products are designed for sensitive skin types. Their UV Defense Moist Cream was created for the Wishtrend community. It's designed as a quadruple sunscreen which provides full protection against UVA, UVB, infrared radiation, and blue light. Key ingredients include 5,000ppm of panthenol (penetrates deeply into the skin, hydrating, helps to infuse water into the cells, moisturizing), adenosine (anti-aging, promotes collagen and elastin production, anti-wrinkle), diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate (chemical filter, ideal for protection against UVA rays, extremely skin safe for all skin types), tinosorb S (synthetic UV filter, especially efficient when you want high UV protection, improves stability of the other sunscreen ingredients), terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid (chemical filter, anti-aging, provides effective protection from UVA rays), chamomile flower water (anti-acne, nourishing, moisturizing, removes and soothes blemishes, hydrating) and licorice root extract (skin brightening, fades blemishes, soothing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant). This product retails for between $22-28 USD, you can get it here for $22.40 + shipping. Use code DANNIEL15 to save a further 15 percent.
Ingredients
Water, Homosalate, Butylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Glycerin, Phenyl Trimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Silica, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dibutyl Adipate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Tromethamine, Panthenol (5,000ppm), Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Water, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Caprylate, C12-15 Alcohols, Stearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Phytosterols, T-Butyl Alcohol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol
To quickly note, I received this for free from Wishtrend for my honest review.
This sunscreen contains 50 grams (1.76 oz) and is fragrance-free.
The sunscreen does have a similar appearance to mineral sunscreens at first look. It's thick but not overwhelmingly so.
It does however blend out like a moisturizer and I didn't notice any streakiness. It does have a very sunscreen-y scent but it doesn't stick around for long.
It's extremely hydrating and moisturizing, it plumps the skin and doesn't feel super tacky or look greasy.
It does brighten some under flash, but it's not a major problem as it's a chemical sunscreen, if you have medium to dark skin, probably avoid this one.
It sits extremely well under makeup and it's a very hydrating base, I'd say you could skip other moisturizers and just use this or you have very very dry skin.
Recommended use is to apply the cream over the face at the last step of your daily skincare. This sunscreen is cruelty-free, pH-balanced, and free of artificial coloring, fragrances, and ethanol and vegan. After using, so to note this does have kind of a typical sunscreen scent but it's not overwhelming and does dissipate pretty quickly; in addition to that, there are no notable irritants in the ingredients. The sunscreen sits nicely on the skin and doesn't pill or bunch up under makeup. It absorbs into the skin and is very hydrating, I think this makes a great moisturizer on its own. I did find this would irritate my eyes, however, so I had to be cautious about that. This also is pretty light so it could or could not be an issue on tan to dark skin. This sunscreen comes with a pump dispenser, the only nitpick I guess that I have is that I prefer to do the 2 finger method and it's usually easier to do with a squeeze tube. It also is not a great option for throwing in a bag as it's not the smallest container. I'd recommend this to anyone really, I find that it's gentle and moisturizing.
What I like: I enjoyed how hydrating and moisturizing this product is. It's great under makeup and it absorbs very nicely. It's very gentle and free of fragrance and irritants. What I don't like: I have no issues with this.
Pros:
Moisturizing
Hydrating
Gentle
Sits well under makeup
Nice quality
Fragrance-free
No irritants
Cons:
None
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 10/10
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Review of YADAH's Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm
YADAH is a Korean brand that cares about the health of your skin and the planet. They aim to make products from the best and safest natural ingredients. Their Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm is designed to remove fine dust and oil in addition to heavy makeup, it’s designed in particular for sensitive skin. Key ingredients include 0.3% of green tea leaf powder (improves skin complexion, anti-aging, soothing, tones skin), olive fruit oil (moisturizing, anti-aging, healing, anti-inflammatory, anti-wrinkle, gently exfoliating), sunflower seed oil (moisturizing, vitamin-rich, anti-aging, treats dry skin), lavender oil (detoxifying, anti-acne, healing, skin toning, brightening) and tocopherol (strengthens skin, increases moisture, improves elasticity, moisturizing). This product retails for between $14-22 USD, you can get it here for $14.94 + shipping.
Ingredients
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Beeswax, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder (0.3%), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Medica Vulgaris (Citron) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil
To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and YADAH in exchange for my honest review.
The balm contains 100 ml (3.38 oz) and doesn’t have a noticeable fragrance, but it does contain many essential oils.
The balm is pretty standard and doesn’t feel too heavy.
It's pretty oily and does start to break down to a more liquid form pretty fast.
It removes makeup very nicely and is non-stripping.
It doesn’t leave any oil residue once rinsed off.
Recommended use is to place an appropriate amount on dry hands and face and gently massage into the skin. It’s easy to rinse off or remove with tissue paper. It’s recommended to follow up with a cleansing foam. This is specifically formulated for sensitive skin. After using, so there are many essential oils in the ingredients list so this product is not fragrance-free. The physical fragrance isn't very noticeable, however. The cleansing balm has a very easy texture to work with and despite having a fair amount of irritants, this is a very gentle product that is suitable to any skin type, even to sensitive skin as I didn't personally notice any irritation. The ingredients are all very helpful in the skin maintaining moisture without being stripping or leaving a film or residue behind. I found this worked really well to remove dirt and gunk from my pores as well, it's also been gentle around my recent nose piercing. It's great to use as a double cleanse, both steps really help you feel clean without leaving the skin tight. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry, sensitive skin with enlarged pores.
What I like: this balm is very gentle, non-irritating, non-stripping and doesn't leave any film or residue. It's effective at removing dirt and oil and makeup is really nice to help loosen extra dirt from the pores. What I don't like: while it didn't affect me, there are several essential oils in this which can be irritants.
Pros:
Non-stripping
Gentle
Breaks down makeup easily
Removes dirt and oil effectively
Sensitive skin friendly
Doesn't leave a film or residue
Cons:
Contains irritants
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 8/10
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Review of Reihaku's Hatomugi The Tone Up Milky Gel SPF50+/PA++++
KUMANO COSME is a Japanese brand that specializes in skin care products like facial cleansers, lotions, serums, and essences among other things. Their Reihaku Hatomugi The Tone Up Milky Gel is a hybrid sunscreen designed to tone up the skin while protecting against UV rays. This is the lavender version meant to adjust the brightness of the skin. Key ingredients include job’s tears seed extract (anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, nourishing), aloe leaf extract (anti-aging, moisturizing, lightens blemishes and reduces acne, healing, reduces scarring), diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate (chemical filter, ideal for protection against UVA rays, extremely skin safe for all skin types), titanium dioxide (physical sunscreen; protects the skin from UVA/UVB radiation, gentle, good for sensitive and acne-prone skin) and peach leaf extract (anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant). This product retails for between $7-13 USD, you can get it here for $6.49 + shipping.
Ingredients
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Steareth-6, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydrated Silica, Silica, Mica, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen (Job's Tears) Seed Extract, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Blue 1 (CI 42090), Red 33 (CI 17200), Fragrance
This sunscreen contains 70 grams (2.46 oz) and it does contain fragrance.
The sunscreen does have a very subtle lavender tint.
It definitely is a milky gel, it has a slightly watery texture.
It does leave skin looking brighter and more luminous.
This sunscreen does have a bit of a white cast though, so I'd recommend this to people with lighter skin tones.
Recommended use is to apply an appropriate amount to the face and body, massage it into the skin to blend it, and then pat it for better absorption. This can also be used as a makeup base. Be sure to reapply often, especially with sun exposure and sweating. To remove, wash thoroughly with facial cleanser or body wash. After using, this sunscreen contains artificial fragrance and an essential oil. The scent isn't that noticeable but it could definitely be an irritant. The sunscreen is very lightweight and does blend into the skin pretty well, but I will say it can get stuck in your eyebrows and hairline and most likely any facial hair you have, I did feel like it was easy to tone down after massaging it in thoroughly. I noticed that it's quite easy on the eyes, I didn't notice any irritation there and the ingredients are quite lovely. This sunscreen is very gentle, despite having some irritants, it's also hydrating and doesn't emphasize dry patches on the skin. This also applies pretty well every couple of hours but it can flake away, so I would use a facial spray and let it dry down, and then apply the sunscreen for reapplications. This can pill up and bunch if too much is applied at a time as well. Overall it's a very good tone-up sunscreen. I'd recommend this to anyone with dull skin looking to brighten it up, people with normal to dry skin, and to people with lighter skin tones.
What I like: this sunscreen is pretty gentle and hydrating. It's also brightening and doesn't irritate the eye area. The ingredients are very nice and nourishing to the skin and this can be reapplied pretty easily. What I don't like: there are some irritants as well as fragrance and this can pill up if too much is used without properly blending it in. It can also get caught in facial hair.
Pros:
Hydrating
Gentle
Brightening
Safe around the eyes
Reapplication is easy
Cons:
Fragrance
Some irritants
Leaves a white cast
Isn't ideal for dark skin tones
Would I buy again?
Maybe
Rating: 8/10
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Review of NACIFIC's Phyto Niacin Whitening Essence
NACIFIC is a Korean brand that uses only the best natural ingredients. Their Phyto Niacin Whitening Essence is designed to moisturize the skin and reduce pigmentation, it's formulated to brighten dull skin for a flawless complexion. Key ingredients include: 5% of niacinamide (whitening, lightening, anti-aging, rejuvenating, anti-wrinkle), bamboo extract (soothing, adds vitality, anti-inflammatory, removes dry skin, antioxidant, healing, hydrating), lemon fruit extract (skin clearing, brightening, lightening, anti-inflammatory, improves skin health), sodium hyaluronate (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, hydrating, moisturizing, healing), white mulberry bark extract (antioxidant, anti-irritation, evens skin tone, whitening), edelweiss extract (anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, calming), and wormwood extract (healing, antibacterial, anti-fungal, skin protective, soothing, anti-inflammatory, anti-redness, adds radiance to the skin). This essence retails for between $12-18 USD, you can get it here for $12.80 + shipping.
Ingredients
Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide (5%), 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Water, Potassium Hydroxide, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Extract, Alcohol, Morus Alba (White Mulberry) Bark Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum (Edelweiss) Extract, Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Artemisia Absinthium (Wormwood) Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium (Yarrow) Extract, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Nelumbo Nucifera (Sacred Lotus) Extract, Sodium Benzoate
This essence contains 50 ml (1.69 oz) and is fragrance-free. It comes in a sturdy plastic bottle with a dropper.
The essence is very watery and clear.
It's very lightweight and hydrating.
It leaves skin looking more dewy and brighter.
Recommended use is after washing your face and toning, lightly shake the essence and apply it with your fingertips along your skin texture. Cover your face with your palms and press down for better absorption. After using, this essence is really impressive to me. It doesn't have any fragrance, but it does contain a couple of irritants, this also might not work with very very sensitive skin as it has active niacinamide and lemon extract, I do notice that it can burn if you have any broken skin or skin that's been picked at. The essence spreads very well and helps to plump and hydrate skin and you will notice a subtle brightening of the skin as well after each use. It helps to tone redness and even skin tone, it helps to refresh dull and dry skin. The ingredients are very hydrating as well as nourishing to the skin. The texture of the essence is really watery and lightweight, so this would be great for any skin type. It's also not sticky or tacky at all. I feel like this is actually pretty gentle despite having some irritants and actives so I'd recommend this to pretty much anyone unless you have issues with niacinamide.
What I like: this essence is really lightweight, it absorbs quickly and layers perfectly well under other skincare. It's almost instantly subtly brightening and it's very hydrating without being tacky or sticky. The ingredients are really good and this is relatively gentle and would probably suit most skin types. What I don't like: this does sting on open wounds or cuts and it does have some irritants.
Pros:
Hydrating
Nourishing
Refreshing
Brightening
Tones redness
Nice ingredients
Pretty gentle
Fragrance-free
Cons:
Can sting on open wounds
Can be irritating
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of SO.NATURAL's so.vegan Noni Deep Mask
SO.NATURAL is a Korean brand that strives to minimize the use of artificial colors and fragrances in its products. Their so.vegan Noni Deep Mask is designed to immerse the skin in hydration and restore the skin's natural radiance. Key ingredients include: 21,539,205ppm of noni fruit extract and 0.001ppm of noni fruit oil (vitamin-rich, improves skin health, improves skin elasticity, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, healing), Jeju lemon fruit extract (rich in vitamin C, brightening, revitalizing, antioxidant, improves skin elasticity, improves hyperpigmentation), sodium hyaluronate (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, hydrating, moisturizing, healing), hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid (moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, prevents dryness and irritation, reduces fine lines), hyaluronic acid (retains moisture, aids collagen synthesis, anti-aging), sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer (provides long-lasting moisture effects, increase skin’s elasticity, reduces skins roughness) and hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans (binds water efficiently to increase depth hydration, improves elasticity and firmness). This product retails for between $3-4 USD, you can get it here for $3.68 + shipping.
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Morinda Citrifolia (Noni) Fruit Extract (21,539,205ppm), Butylene Glycol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Chinaberry) Leaf Extract, Althaea Rosea (Hollyhock) Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Chinaberry) Flower Extract, Juniperus Virginiana (Eastern Red Cedar) Oil, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin, Chamaecyparis Obtusa (Hinoki Cypress) Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Barbary Fig) Extract, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Viola Odorata (Sweet Violet) Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Morinda Citrifolia (Noni) Seed Oil (0.001ppm), Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Propanediol, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucose, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Pentylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Benzyl Glycol, Carbomer, Caffeine, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA
The mask contains 25 ml (0.84 oz) and has no fragrance.
The mask is kind of thin and adheres well to the skin, I did notice some stiffness on the chin area though. But it has a great fit and is comfortable.
Recommended use is to place the sheet mask on cleansed and toned skin, pat gently to help it adhere to the skin better. Leave on for 10-20 minutes and then remove the mask and massage the excess into the skin. As mentioned above, this mask is vegan, the packaging is made from sugarcane derived paper with soybean ink and is easy to recycle. It does have a low pH of 5.5 and it's hypoallergenic. After using, despite not having 'fragrance', there is lemon extract and patchouli oil in this mask among other fragrant oils so this mask is definitely not fragrance free. So keep that in mind before trying if you're sensitive to essential oils. This mask is very nice quality, the sheet mask is nice and relatively thin but saturated with essence and does almost have a gel like feeling. It actually doesn't have that much essence however, which I wish it had more. It's quite a comfortable mask and doesn't feel like it's slipping or feel heavy. The ingredients are very nice as well, with some irritants, though I think this isn't talked about enough (maybe), but hyaluronic acid can be an irritant for some people, so if you notice sensitivity to that, best to avoid this mask. The mask is very hydrating and refreshing and pretty soothing as well. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and dehydrated skin and to people who are looking for more vegan options.
What I like: this mask is very hydrating and comfortable to wear. It really does a good job of refreshing the skin and it has nice ingredients, definitely good for hyaluronic acid fans. It's of course vegan and doesn't contain any artificial fragrance. What I don't like: I wish this didn't contain any essential oils and it does have a few irritants apart from that. Otherwise no issues.
Pros:
Hydrating
Refreshing
Soothing
Comfortable
Nice quality
Vegan
No artificial fragrance
Nice ingredients
Cons:
Some irritants
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of SKINRx LAB's MadeCera Express Mask
SKINRx LAB is a Korean brand that analyzes skin concerns around the world in order to better create targeted and effective high-quality products. Their MadeCera Express Mask is designed to help soothe sensitive skin and strengthen the skin's moisture barrier. It provides intensive moisturizing and helps skin look refreshed. Key ingredients include: 600ppm of ceramide NP (nourishing, contains natural fatty acids, improves skin texture, adds suppleness), 9,000ppb of madecassoside (soothing, anti-inflammatory, healing, increases skin hydration, enhances collagen synthesis), centella asiatica extract (healing, antioxidant, anti-aging, soothing, strengthens skin), asiaticoside (extracted from centella asiatica, increases collagen synthesis, anti-wrinkle, anti-aging), turmeric root extract (improves complexion, adds radiance, anti-acne, anti-aging, reduces hyperpigmentation, moisturizing) and beta-glucan (protects against antioxidant loss after UV-A exposure, skin protecting, hydrating, smoothing, softening). This product retails for between $3-4 USD, you can get a box of 5 here for $21.99 + shipping.
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceramide NP (600ppm), Madecassoside (9,000ppb), Centella Asiatica Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Dimethiconol, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium Polyacrylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pentylene Glycol, Trisodium EDTA, Fragrance, Glyceryl Stearate, Beta-Glucan
To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and SkinRx Lab in exchange for my honest review.
The mask contains 25 grams (0.88 oz) and has a slightly perfume-y fragrance.
The essence is very rich and moisturizing.
It leaves kind of a moisturizing film over the skin as it absorbs.
The sheet mask is made from a very soft microfiber.
After Cleansing, apply the mask to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Take off the mask gently and help the remaining essence absorb into your face by lightly patting it. After using, as mentioned above, this mask does contain fragrance but apart from that, there aren't any other major irritants. The mask is made of microfiber material and has a really great fit, though I did need to adjust the eyes a bit. The mask has very nourishing ingredients that work well to soothe and moisturize the skin effectively. There's lots of essence as well and it's great to use on your neck and chest since those areas tend to not get enough attention. After taking off the mask, my skin looked really hydrated and dewy and it did a good job of toning down any redness or pinkness. I'd recommend this to people with dry, dehydrated, and aging skin, as well as to people with acne-prone skin with a tendency to dryness.
What I like: I really like how moisturizing, nourishing, and hydrating this mask is, it's also soothing and tones down redness in the skin. It's very smoothing as well and you can really feel the hydration on the skin. I like the ingredients and the mask is very comfortable and soft. What I don't like: I do wish it didn't have fragrance, but no issues otherwise.
Pros:
Moisturizing
Hydrating
Nourishing
Soothing
Soft material
Comfortable
Tones down redness
Cons:
Fragrance
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of Glint by VDIVOV's Highlighter in #03 Chrome Baby
Glint by VDVIVOV is a Korean brand well known for its award-winning highlighters. Their tagline is "Glint, the moment you shine!" Their powder highlight line has 5 different kinds including this one, Chrome Baby (blush with pearl glow), Dewy Moon (natural glow), Diamond Veil (light glow; review), Dewy Moon (natural glow; review), Milky Moon (cool-toned milky glow), and Pitch Moon (peach glow). Their Dewy Moon baked powder highlighter is a bright beige color that provides a natural gently glowing glow. This highlighter retails for between $14-30 USD, you can get it here for $17 + shipping.
Ingredients
Mica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Glycerin, Magnesium Myristate, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ultramarines (CI 77007), Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Polysorbate 20, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Stearate, Isohexadecane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopherol, Tin Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Red 30 (CI 73360)
To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and Glint in exchange for my honest review.
The highlight contains 5.6 grams (0.19 oz) and comes in sturdy plastic packaging.
The highlighter has a very pinky-red shade and it has a dry, almost flaky feeling texture.
The reflects here are gold with a pinky-red base.
This shade is very blushy on the skin and would also make a great blush topper.
Recommended use is to apply a light touch with your fingertips or use a brush. The more you apply, the more dramatic the glow. After using, and comparing their other shades, this is a pretty bold color, it's very stunning. The texture of this highlight is also different than Dewy Moon, as mentioned above, it's got more of a flaky, a tiny bit crumbly texture, so there is some fallout from this product. And it's also easy to pick up too much product on your brush so maybe tap off the excess if you want to tone down the highlight. I don't personally wear blush but I believe this would make a great one and I may try it that way at some point. This highlight has more product than Dewy Moon and Diamond Veil so I believe this will last longer if it's just used as a highlight. I could kind of compare this to Nars Orgasm X powder blush or potentially Milani's baked blush in Corallina. The highlight is pretty long wearing and melts into the skin pretty well. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants a very coral-ly pinky red highlight or blush/blush topper.
What I like: it's a very beautiful shade and can double as a blush or blush topper, the shade is very pretty and it melts into the skin nicely. What I don't like: I do find that the highlight can emphasize texture a little bit but otherwise no issues.
Pros:
Vibrant
Multi-use
Beautiful
Glowy
Long-wearing
Cons:
Can emphasize texture
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 9.5/10
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Review of Haruharu's Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++
Haruharu is a Korean brand that means “every day”, it’s a lifestyle skincare brand that pursues honest beauty with a priority in providing fundamental skincare. Their Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen is designed to protect and care for your skin, leaving a moisturizing but light velvet finish. Key ingredients include: 9,950ppm of rice bran oil (antioxidant, vitamin-rich, moisturizing, hydrating, evens out skin tone, softening) 50ppm of rice extract (anti-aging, brightening, improves skin circulation, evens out skin tone, increases natural regeneration), ceramide NP (nourishing, contains natural fatty acids, improves skin texture, adds suppleness), heartleaf extract (detoxifying, improves skin health, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, anti-allergy), adenosine (anti-aging, promotes collagen and elastin production, anti-wrinkle), niacinamide (whitening, lightening, anti-aging, rejuvenating, anti-wrinkle), ethylhexyl triazone (chemical filter, protects against UVB rays), terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid (chemical filter, anti-aging, provides effective protection from UVA rays) and tinosorb S (chemical sunscreen; delivers broad spectrum protection due to its ability to absorb UVA and UVB rays). This product retails for between $12-24 USD, you can get it here for $22.10 + shipping.
Ingredients
Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Methicone, Polysilicone-15, Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Flower Extract, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea (Lingonberry) Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (50ppm), Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil (9,950ppm), Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Palmitic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Polyether-1, Myristic Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Tocopherol, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Phenethyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate
This sunscreen contains 50 ml (1.69 oz) and is free of fragrance.
The sunscreen is lightweight and "airy" feeling on the skin.
It's really hydrating and not streaky or anything.
It does leave a dewy finish at first but it settles down into a more velvet-feeling texture after a little while.
There's no flashback at all or any white cast that I've noticed.
Recommended use is to take a generous layer and spread it out evenly on the skin during the last step of your skincare routine; after moisturizer and before makeup. Reapply at least every two hours to maintain SPF protection. It's vegan, fragrance-free, and reef-safe. After using, I really liked this sunscreen, it really stands out. In addition to the things mentioned above, it's got airless packaging with a pump, and braille on the box, and the box is also easily recyclable. The formula itself is really great, it really absorbs well into the skin and doesn't feel like it's sitting on top of the skin. It layers well with other products and does sit down really nicely for people who don't like dewy products that could make them look shiny or greasy. I did notice this does tingle and irritate the eyes a little bit though, so you may want to use something different around the eyes. The ingredients are very nice, there are no irritants and I feel this would work well on sensitive skin as I didn't get any irritation except for around the eyes. I'd recommend this to people with any skin type, due to the subtle velvety finish.
What I like: this is a very lightweight, easy-to-wear sunscreen, while I prefer dewy formulas, I really enjoy how hydrating but non-greasy looking it is. It layers well and comes in great packaging. There's no fragrance, it's vegan and there's no irritants in the ingredient list. It doubles well as a facial moisturizer and is also suitable for sensitive skin. What I don't like: I really got irritated around my eyes with this product, but I had no issues otherwise.
Pros:
Hydrating
Non-greasy
Sensitive skin friendly
Vegan
Lightweight formula
Great packaging
Fragrance-free
Cons:
Irritated my eyes
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 8.5/10
#Haruharu#Wonder Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen#Korean Skincare#review#sun block#vegan#chemical#fragrance free
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Review of freemay's Ionize Aqualing Ampoule Mask
freemay is a Korean brand that's motto is the choice for a free everyday life. Their Ionize masks are designed as an ionic drink for the skin. Essentially, these masks contain electrolytes that help to moisturize and hydrate the skin. The series contains this mask, aqualing (moisturizing) as well as a few more types. This mask is designed to help soothe and increase elasticity in the skin. There is a whole bottle of ampoule in each mask pack. Key ingredients include: sodium PCA (hydrating, moisturizing, anti-aging, protects skin barrier), magnesium PCA (anti-irritation, nourishing, hydrating, improves skin barrier function), calcium PCA (moisturizing, nourishing, helps the skin barrier, helps draw moisture into the skin), sacred lotus leaf extract (antioxidant, moisturizing, enhances skin elasticity, hydrating, relaxing), Indian frankincense resin extract (anti-wrinkle, anti-aging, anti-redness, skin toning) and sodium hyaluronate (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, hydrating, moisturizing, healing). This product retails for between $2-4 USD, you can get 10 pieces here for $21.74 + shipping.
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Arginine, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Sodium PCA, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Trehalose, Betaine, Sea Water, Allantoin, Adenosine, Zeolite, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Nelumbo Nucifera (Sacred Lotus) Leaf Extract, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Magnesium PCA, Calcium PCA
The mask contains 30 ml (1.01 oz) and is fragrance-free.
The mask is made of Bemliese™ fabric, which is designed to seamlessly adhere to the skin that offers high absorbency and liquid retention. The mask itself has a really great fit and I didn't need to adjust anything.
Recommended use is after cleansing, prep skin with toner. Position the sheet over your face and then evenly apply it. After 10-20 minutes, remove the mask and gently pat the remaining essence to help absorption. This mask is vegan and fragrance-free. After using, this is my first time using a sheet mask with electrolytes, I really like this concept as I'm someone who gets dehydrated (skin and body) really easily and am constantly drinking water and things with electrolytes lol. The mask itself is very good quality and has a really good fit. The effects of the mask are really good, not life-changing, but they're pretty good. It does a good job of hydrating and plumping the skin. It's also very soothing and tones redness redness pretty well. There's so much essence in here and it just feels like you're drenching your skin in hydration. The ingredients are great and there are no irritants. After taking off the mask, my skin looked much more even and very plump and healthy. I'd recommend this to people with dry, dehydrated skin.
What I like: I really like the ingredients and the electrolytes. I love how hydrating, soothing, and moisturizing the mask is. It has great ingredients, it's vegan and fragrance-free. The mask's material is super soft and comfortable and it retains a lot of essence. This is a very good mask for dry and dehydrated skin. What I don't like: nothing, it's a good mask.
Pros:
Hydrating
Soothing
Moisturizing
Nourishing
Great ingredients
Great mask material
Vegan
Fragrance-free
Cons:
None
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of Glint by VDIVOV's Highlighter in #01 Dewy Moon
Glint by VDVIVOV is a Korean brand well known for its award-winning highlighters. Their tagline is "Glint, the moment you shine!" Their powder highlight line has 5 different kinds including this one, Dewy Moon (natural glow), Diamond Veil (light glow; review), Chrome Baby (blush with pearl glow; review), Milky Moon (cool-toned milky glow), and Pitch Moon (peach glow). Their Dewy Moon baked powder highlighter is a bright beige color that provides a natural gently glowing glow. This highlighter retails for between $14-30 USD, you can get it here for $17 + shipping.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Silica, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dimethicone, Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Glycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isopropyl Palmitate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Myristate, Polysorbate 20, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Stearate, Isohexadecane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopherol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate
To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and Glint in exchange for my honest review.
The highlight contains 3.8 grams (0.13 oz) and comes in sturdy plastic packaging.
The highlighter is a beige-champagne kind of shade and it has a silky, almost cream-to-powder type of feeling.
The highlight is really natural, it's very a beautiful natural glow like it states.
I do tend to be heavy-handed with highlighter, but even so, it's not super strong.
This is a side-by-side swatch of (on the left) their stick highlighter Dewy Moon and (on the right) the powder version.
I decided to check for dupes, Left to right: Becca's Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop and Glint's Dewy Moon highlighter. The Becca highlight is very close, the Dewy Moon highlight does have more of a browny base to it than the Becca one. But on the skin, they look identical.
Left to right: Revlon's Skin Lights Prismatic Highlighter in 201 Daybreak Glimmer (also a dupe for the Anastasia discontinued Amrezy highlighter) and Dewy Moon. The Revlon one has more gold to it but it has a very similar finish.
Recommended use is to apply a light touch with your fingertips or use a brush. The more you apply, the more dramatic the glow. After using, I've been looking to try more highlighters, especially Korean ones, so I was so excited to get to try this and the other ones. The size is rather small for a highlighter but considering you don't need to use a lot this will last quite a while. The texture as mentioned is silky and smooth and I could almost believe it was a cream-to-powder formula. The application of this product is very easy, it glides on the skin easily and evenly and doesn't leave any kind of streak on my cheeks. It does emphasize texture a tiny bit but only up close. It's also long wearing, after a long day of makeup, about 10+ hours, this highlight looked as bright as it did when I applied it. It's a beautiful product. I'd recommend this to people who love champagne-toned highlighters and to people who like something more natural.
What I like: this is a very silky, buttery smooth texture and it glides on so nicely. It's also a very flattering shade and can be reduced or built up however you like it. What I don't like: it did emphasize some texture.
Pros:
Beautiful
Glowy
Long-wearing
Buildable
Silky buttery texture
Application is easy
Cons:
Kind of a small size for what it is
Can emphasize texture
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 10/10
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Review of LANBELLE's Supernatural Moist Lock Ampoule
LANBELLE is a Korean brand that follows a simple yet effective approach by removing unnecessary chemicals and using more natural ingredients. They are a hypo-allergenic brand and everything is designed to be sensitive skin friendly. Their Supernatural Moist Lock Ampoule is designed to build up and repair your skin's moisture barrier. Key ingredients include: 55.6% of lactobacillus/soymilk ferment filtrate (maintains the skin's natural microbiome, improves elasticity, brightens skin tone, anti-wrinkle, deeply hydrating, increases cell turnover, moisturizing), hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid (moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, prevents dryness and irritation, reduces fine lines), sunflower seed oil (moisturizing, vitamin-rich, anti-aging, treats dry skin), beta-glucan (protects against antioxidant loss after UV-A exposure, skin protecting, hydrating, smoothing, softening), squalane (anti-inflammatory, reduces redness and swelling, doesn’t clog pores, moisturizing, antioxidant), avocado oil (anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, nourishing, moisturizing, hydrating) and betaine (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, moisturizing, soothing, skin protecting). This product retails for between $20-30 USD, you can get it here for $27.99 + shipping (free on Prime).
Ingredients
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate (55.6%), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Propanediol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Beta-Glucan, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Glyceryl Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Madecassoside, Copper Tripeptide-1, Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Leaf/Stem Extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Nelumbo Nucifera (Sacred Lotus) Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Betaine, Benzyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Water, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Tromethamine, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Linalool
To quickly note, I received this from Credithink for a small fee in exchange for my honest review.
This ampoule contains 50 ml (1.69 oz) and has a light kind of sweet fragrance.
The ampoule has a milky, slightly watery texture.
It blends out pretty watery and has a refreshing feeling.
It leaves your skin dewy and hydrated and isn't really tacky or anything.
Recommended use is to gently apply the ampoule to your face and neck after cleansing and toning the skin thoroughly. This product is pH-balanced and dermatologist-tested. This is suggested for sensitive skin as well. After using, I was looking forward to trying this product as I love lactobacillus in my skincare, I've noticed it helps a lot with my chronic hive issue. This ampoule is impressive, is very nourishing and hydrating, and leaves skin soft and smooth. The ingredients are moisturizing, hydrating, and refreshing, there are a few irritants, including fragrance in this product, however. I found that it really helps to keep my skin hydrated for a very long time and it evens out my skin tone. It also does layer pretty well with other skincare. The fragrance didn't personally irritate my skin, but I do feel it could be an irritant, but of course, all skin is different. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and dehydrated skin and to people with aging skin.
What I like: this ampoule is very hydrating, nourishing, and moisturizing and the ingredients are all very beneficial for healthier happier skin. It's pH-balanced and works well on sensitive skin. It's also smoothing and toning and has lovely ingredients. What I don't like: my only problem is the fragrance, but otherwise no issues.
Pros:
Moisturizing
Hydrating
Nourishing
pH balanced
Dermatologist tested
Sensitive skin friendly
Great ingredients
Cons:
Fragrance
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 10/10
#LANBELLE#Supernatural Moist Lock Ampoule#Korean Skincare#review#ampoule#serum#Credithink#pH balanced
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Review of Rohto Mentholatum's Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence Happiness Aura SPF50+ PA++++
Rohto Mentholatum is one of the biggest creators of beauty products, non-prescription drugs, and supplements in Japan. They have many great brands under them including Skin Aqua, Hada Labo, Lipice, and others. Skin Aqua's Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence in Happiness Aura is a rose-colored face and body sunscreen that's designed to bring out more of the skin's transparency with a happy and brighter tone. Key ingredients include passion fruit extract (anti-inflammatory, vitamin-rich, emollient, antioxidant, moisturizing, brightening), chestnut rose fruit extract (antioxidant, vitamin-rich, reverses skin aging brought on by UV light), titanium dioxide (physical sunscreen; protects the skin from UVA/UVB radiation, gentle, good for sensitive and acne-prone skin), diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate (chemical filter, ideal for protection against UVA rays, extremely skin safe for all skin types), tinosorb S (chemical sunscreen; delivers broad spectrum protection due to its ability to absorb UVA and UVB rays) and sodium hyaluronate (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, hydrating, moisturizing, healing). This sunscreen retails for between $12-14 USD. You can get it here for $12.41 + shipping (free on prime).
Ingredients
Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Polysorbate 60, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Passiflora Edulis (Passionfruit) Fruit Extract, Rosa Roxburghii (Chestnut Rose) Fruit Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, TEA, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Silica, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Polystyrene, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, BHT, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Iron Oxides, Tin Oxide, Fragrance
The sunscreen contains 80 grams (2.82 oz) and has a powdery sweet type of fragrance.
The sunscreen has a pink tint and is pretty lightweight.
It does have tiny tiny amount of grit to it like I notice some tinted and mineral sunscreens tend to have but it's not noticeable unless you're really looking for it.
It blends out really well, that tiny bit of grit disappeared quickly and it really absorbs into the skin well with a healthy, hydrated finish.
So, due to its hybrid nature, it does have a bit of that white cast you find in mineral sunscreens. It's not super strong, but from what I've seen this might be very cast-y on people with darker skin than mine.
Recommended use is to take an appropriate amount and spread it evenly onto the skin. It can be used on the face and body, apply to areas most likely exposed to UV rays. It is designed to be easily washed off with soap and water. After using, as mentioned earlier, there is fragrance in this product so keep that in mind if that's a dealbreaker. The formula of this sunscreen is really nice, it's hydrating and does give skin a good, healthy glow. It also doesn't get stuck in the hair like some mineral and hybrid formulas tend to. It's also pretty gentle around the eyes and not at all irritating. However, I do think this makes some of the redness in your skin a little more obvious and it can emphasize texture at first before it settles into the skin. I did notice some flashback on my skin tone but the lighter your skin the less you might notice. It does have pretty good staying power and it does layer under makeup, but it can pill up a little bit. I'd recommend this to fans of tone-up creams that have a pinkish or salmonish hue. I'd also recommend this to people with dry skin, but maybe avoid it if you have a lot of texture or have darker skin as this will make you look grey.
What I like: this does have a very pretty finish on the skin and really makes it look healthy and hydrated. I also like the fragrance, it's not overly strong and I didn't notice any irritation. There are also some really great ingredients included here and this can be used easily under makeup as a makeup base (I'd suggest using it in place of a moisturizer). What I don't like: this sunscreen can pill up a bit on the skin and it can also emphasize texture and some redness before it settles down. It also isn't suitable for darker skin tones as it really does give some flashback.
Pros:
Hydrating
Healthy finish to the skin
Nice ingredients
Lovely scent
Nice quality
Lots of protection
Gentle
Safe around the eyes
Cons:
Can cause flashback
Fragrance
Can emphasize redness and texture
Would I buy again?
Maybe
Rating: 8/10
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Review of DOMINAS's Cream+
DOMINAS is a Korean brand under TAI GUK PHARM and is dedicated to crafting skincare that delivers blemish care and helps you rediscover your confidence as you unveil brighter, more radiant skin. Their DOMINAS Cream Plus is designed to rejuvenate skin from within, leaving a radiant glow, it addresses melanin levels within the skin and gently removes dead skin from the skin surface to unveil brighter, more even skin tone. Key ingredients include: urea (enhances skin moisture, anti-wrinkle, anti-aging, helps maintain a hydrated skin barrier, exfoliating), niacinamide (whitening, lightening, anti-aging, rejuvenating, anti-wrinkle), ubiquinone (Q10; antioxidant, anti-aging, healing), asiaticoside (extracted from centella asiatica, increases collagen synthesis, anti-wrinkle, anti-aging), thioctic acid (antioxidant, enhances antioxidant effects of vitamin C, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, promotes collagen synthesis), ascorbic acid (vitamin C; antioxidant, treats UV damage, brightening, fades hyperpigmentation, prevents skin sagging), allantoin (softening, soothing, protecting, stimulates new cell growth) and bisabolol (soothing, anti-aging, antioxidant, keeps skin firm). This product retails for between $48-60 USD, you can get it here for $48.99 + free shipping (on prime).
Ingredients
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cyclohexasiloxane, Hexyldecyl Ethylhexanoate, Triethylhexanoin, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycereth-26, Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, C14-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Panthenol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Urea, Ubiquinone, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Cysteine HCl, Thioctic Acid, Tocopherol, Pyridoxine HCl, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Beta-Glucan, Oryzanol, Squalane, Serine, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Xanthan Gum, Sucrose Polystearate, Jojoba Esters, Cetearyl Olivate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Olivate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Carbomer, Adenosine, Trisodium EDTA, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Silica, Potassium Hydroxide, Mica, Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Titanium Dioxide, Fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool
To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and DOMINAS in exchange for my honest review.
This cream contains 50 grams (1.76 oz) and has a kind of a sweet slightly perfumed scent.
The cream is a light yellow shade and is kind of lightweight.
The cream has a very rich kind of texture.
It absorbs well into the skin and really hydrates the skin, leaving a dewy finish. It almost kind of a slippery feeling, almost kind of like pure shea butter but not as noticeable as that.
Recommended use is in the last step of skincare, take an appropriate amount of the product and gently apply it to the entire face along your skin texture. To aid in deeper absorption, rub hands together to warm them and press the cream into your skin. After using, it's really important to note this cream does have plenty of fragrance ingredients and some other irritants that aid in exfoliating the skin. This cream is really good at targeting hyperpigmentation and dark scars from acne and brightening the complexion. This cream can be used as a spot treatment or an all-over moisturizer. It has a very silky, slippery kind of texture and it really lasts a long time on the skin, it is something that can technically be used morning and night, but I found it better to use at night before bed. This cream is definitely not a cream I'd suggest daily, or at the very least please don't use other exfoliating products in combination with it, it really did irritate my skin when I did that. I did notice some brightening effects and toning of the redness in my cheeks. I'd be interested to see how much it can reduce redness after long-term use. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and rough skin as well as to people with acne scarring and hyperpigmentation from the scars.
What I like: this moisturizer is so rich and I love the texture personally, it's very silky after it absorbs into the skin, though maybe if you don't care for that slippery feeling on your skin then this might be a negative, I really enjoy the brightening effects and how smooth it makes my skin feel. What I don't like: this really can be irritating to the skin if you use it after exfoliation unless you have pretty tough skin. It also has fragrance and some notable negative ingredients.
Pros:
Moisturizing
Silky texture
Hydrating
Smooths skin
Long-lasting hydration
Tones redness
Can be used as spot treatment
Cons:
Fragrance
Irritants
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 8/10
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Review of COSRX’s Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++
COSRX is a Korean brand committed to creating products that address different skin issues. COS stands for cosmetics and RX stands for prescription, each product has the feel of being prescribed by a dermatologist but at reasonable prices. Their Aloe Soothing Sun Cream is designed to not only improve the skin's moisture barrier but also to protect skin against UVA and UVB rays. Key ingredients include 55,000ppm of candelabra aloe leaf extract (anti-inflammatory, soothing, can be used on burns, hydrating), phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid (chemical sunscreen; filters UVB rays, gentle on skin, ideal for swimming), titanium dioxide (physical sunscreen; protects the skin from UVA/UVB radiation, gentle, good for sensitive and acne-prone skin), dipotassium glycyrrhizate (helps to reduce dry skin, restores skins suppleness, soothing, anti-inflammatory) and tocopheryl acetate (antioxidant, prevents skin damage from UV rays, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, wound healing). This product retails for between $12-16 USD, you can get it here for $12.80 + shipping. You can use code DANNIEL15 to save some money.
Ingredients
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Alcohol, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Titanium Dioxide, C14-22 Alcohols, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Triethanolamine, Silica, Sodium Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aloe Arborescens (Candelabra Aloe) Leaf Extract (55,000ppm), Carbomer, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral
This sunscreen contains 50 ml (1.69 oz) and has a noticeable aloe scent.
The sunscreen has a thicker consistency and looks more like a mineral sunscreen.
The texture of the cream is very nice, it's light and creamy.
The finish is very dewy and luminous and due to it being a hybrid, it does a good job of evening out the skin tone.
There is some flashback as there are mineral filters in this product, so it may really stand out if you have darker skin.
Recommended use is to apply a generous amount over the face 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply throughout the day as needed, especially during prolonged sun exposure. This product is cruelty-free, pH-balanced, and has no artificial colors. After using, I've been trying to test out more sunscreens this year and while this one has been out for a while now, it's still super impressive. It's great to just use in place of a moisturizer as it's very hydrating and leaves a healthy and luminous finish on the skin. If you're looking for something that gives a natural healthy finish, this one really does it. It also does a great job of toning down redness and providing long-lasting moisture. One of the downsides is that it's only PA+++ and doesn't have higher protection. However, that's really the only really big downside and honestly just applying it very consistently will provide great protection. This product does contain fragrance and has several fragrance-based irritants. Also, as it's a hybrid formula it is prone to causing some flashback. This is suggested for sensitive skin, which I do typically have and I didn't notice any irritation, but due to the fragrance, I'm sure this will be one to avoid if that causes you any problems. It's also very safe around the eyes and doesn't cause any irritation there. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and dehydrated skin and to people with sensitive skin but at your own discretion.
What I like: this sunscreen is very hydrating and moisturizing and while it does have mineral filters, it doesn't leave white patches on the skin. I do personally like the aloe scent and I love the healthy, dewy finish it gives my skin. It also tones down redness and for me, I didn't notice any irritation on my skin or around my eyes. What I don't like: I really do wish this sunscreen had higher protection and the fragrance could really be irritating depending on your skin and preference.
Pros:
Hydrating
Moisturizing
Tones down redness
Gentle
Sensitive skin friendly
Leaves a healthy finish
Nice ingredients
Wears well under makeup
Cons:
Wish it had higher protection
Causes some flashback
Has fragrance
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of By Wishtrend's Green Tea & Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash
By Wishtrend is a skincare line formulated by Wishtrend, many of their products are designed for sensitive skin types. Their Green Tea & Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash is a creamy foam cleanser that has a soft, bouncy texture that helps to delicately remove impurities for a healthier and smoother skin texture. Key ingredients include 52% green tea leaf water (toning, soothing, hydrating, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging), 175ppm of papain (soothing, anti-inflammatory, naturally exfoliating, brightening), 25ppm of bromelain (reduces irritation, exfoliating, improve skin texture, reduces appearance of pores and fine lines), lauric acid (helps control acne-causing bacteria, anti-inflammatory, healing, anti-aging), safflower flower extract (helps prevent acne breakouts, enhances skin texture, toning, can clear whiteheads and blackheads) and cacao seed extract (protects from UV rays, protects blood flow to the face, improves skin complexion). This product retails for between $14-20 USD, you can get it here for $14 + shipping. Use code DANNIEL15 to save a further 15 percent.
Ingredients
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water (52%), Water, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Lauric Acid, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Palmitic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Potassium Myristate, Hydrated Silica, Potassium Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Stearate, Mannitol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida (Cape Jasmine) Fruit Extract, Papain (175ppm), Hydrogenated Lecithin, Bromelain (25ppm), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta-Glucan, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Meal Extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract
To quickly note, I received this for free from Wishtrend for my honest review.
The cleanser contains 140 ml (4.73 oz) and is artificial fragrance-free. It has a lovely pump on it.
The cleanser has a kind of a light green color and indeed has a creamy texture.
I would say, however, if you prefer abundant lather, this cleanser really doesn't do that.
It really does refresh the skin and rinses off cleanly. It doesn't have that squeaky clean feeling or any residue.
Recommended use is to apply a moderate amount onto wet hands and gently massage in a rolling motion. Thoroughly rinse off with lukewarm water. This cleanser is cruelty-free, pH-balanced, and free of artificial coloring, fragrances, and ethanol. It's also gluten-free and vegan-friendly. After using, so, there is actually some natural fragrance in this cleanser in addition to a few other possible irritants, so best to keep that in mind. But otherwise, it's quite gentle, I recently pierced my nose and this is working very well around the piercing and not causing any irritation. Apart from that, this cleanser is pretty gentle but it really does remove dirt and makeup very well. It rinses off cleanly with no residue and it's got a subtle brightening effect. This is also a lovely alternative to the Green Tea & Enzyme Powder Wash as it's very gentle and sensitive skin-friendly. It's also gentle enough to use daily. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and sensitive skin.
What I like: this cleanser is very gentle and hasn't caused my skin any irritation, even around a new piercing. It doesn't strip the skin or leave any residue. It's also brightening and left my skin smooth. I love the pump on this cleanser, it's so handy. What I don't like: there are a few irritants and some natural fragrance in here.
Pros:
Hydrating
Brightening
Smoothing
Gentle
Anti-irritation
Nice ingredients
Pump bottle
Sensitive skin friendly
Cons:
Fragrance
Irritants
Would I buy this?
Yes
Rating: 9/10
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Review of Missha’s 85% Talks Vegan Squeeze Sheet Mask in Hydro Booster
Missha is a well-known and popular Korean brand, they produce skincare and makeup and are well-known for their high-quality BB creams. Their Talks Vegan Juice Sheet Mask series works to provide clear moisture to the skin with a vegan recipe, it comes in many types, including this one, hydro booster (moisture ampoule), which is designed to soothe and moisturize the skin. Key ingredients include watermelon fruit extract (rich in vitamin C, antioxidant, promotes cell regeneration, moisturizing), beet root extract (vitamin C rich, anti-hyperpigmentation, antioxidant, brightening, skin repairing), sodium hyaluronate (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, hydrating, moisturizing, healing), betaine (anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, moisturizing, soothing, skin protecting), dipotassium glycyrrhizate (soothes irritated skin, anti-inflammatory, oil regulating, fades dark spots), caramel (energizing, skin protecting, moisturizing) and arginine (anti-aging, quickens wound healing, repairing, rejuvenating, antioxidant, increases blood flow and regeneration). This mask retails for between $2-4 USD, you can get 5 pieces here for $12.99 + shipping.
Ingredients
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Betaine, Panthenol, Carbomer, Arginine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Vinyl Dimethicone, Isoamyl Laurate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Stearyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caramel, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida (Cape Jasmine) Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Fragrance
The mask contains 27 grams (0.95 oz) and has a slight basic skincare scent.
The sheet mask is a special cellulose-based material that when saturated in essence it's smooth and transparent like a gel. It also retains a lot of the essence to help get the maximum use out of it. It has a wonderful fit and I didn't need to adjust anything.
Recommended use is after cleansing, tone the skin with toner. Unfold the mask and place it over the entire face. Leave on for 10-20 minutes and remove. Pat leftover essence lightly on the skin to help absorption. In addition to being vegan, this mask is pH-balanced and is even safe to use daily. After using, take note, this mask does have fragrance, but it's not overwhelmingly strong or anything. The mask has a lot of essence and very nice quality material for the mask. This mask is very hydrating and perfect for summer use as it's so refreshing. The ingredients go a long way to plump the skin and tone down any redness in the skin. Apart from the fragrance, there is another irritant but otherwise, the ingredients are lovely. The mask has a great fit and adheres well to the skin. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry and dehydrated skin.
What I like: this mask is very hydrating, refreshing, and soothing. The material of the mask is soft and comfortable and really helps your skin absorb the abundant essence. The ingredients are also quite lovely and the quality overall is great. What I don't like: there are some irritants, including fragrance, but otherwise no issues.
Pros:
Hydrating
Soothing
Refreshing
Great fit
Comfortable to wear
Lovely ingredients
Cons:
Some irritants
Would I buy again?
Yes
Rating: 9.5/10
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