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Etude House Wonder Pore Special WOW Kit Review

This little kit from Etude House has been sitting in my room for quite a while now. Seeing as I have had a lot more time recently, I decided to bust out some of my sample kits and try a few new products.  The Etude House Wonder Pore Special Wow Kit is a 3 step trial kit that consist of essential Wonder Pore products that work together to provide a total care solution for clean and firm pores. So what exactly does this kit contain? -Wonder Pore Facial Soap 30g -Wonder Pore Freshner 25ml -Wonder Pore Corrector 5ml

Wonder Pore Facial Soap The Wonder Pore Facial Soap was the most interesting product in the kit. It is said to deeply cleanse the pores and can be used to massage the skin if you use it to roll onto the skin. The soap lathered up very nicely for easy application and gives you with a squeaky clean feeling. I found that the soap was surprisingly gentle and doesn’t dry or irritate the skin. After the soap is washed off, I found that my pores were noticeably smaller and my skin felt extremely fresh after use too. A great thing about this soap is that you can use the product to target problem areas by massaging the soap directly onto the skin. The main problem I have with this product though is that it isn’t as convenient storage wise. Pros: -deeply cleanses the skin -does not dry or irritate the skin -fresh feeling after use -can be used to target problem areas Cons: -storage may be an issue Rating: 4/5 Purchase? Maybe  Wonder Pore Freshner The Wonder Pore Freshner has been a long-time favourite of mine. I have gone through so many products of this stuff already! The Wonder Pore Freshner is a 10 in 1 pore solution product that provides intensive pore care. The product prevents enlarged pores, firm’s skin, and eliminates skin troubles by eliminating problems from within. The Freshner leaves the skin feeling extremely refreshed as it removes all traces of excess sebum and waste on the skins surface. Despite this, it doesn’t dry or irritate skin in any way. The product provides a nice cooling effect which helps to minimise pores, and pores are noticeably finer after use too. This is still one of my absolute favourite products, and I really feel as though everyone needs to try it! -Pros: -skin feels very fresh after use -excess sebum is removed from the skins surface -face feels cleansed -nice cooling effect -pores appear smaller -doesn’t dry out or irritate skin -skin looks more fine after use Cons: NONE! Purchase? Yes!  Wonder Pore Corrector The Wonder Pore Corrector is a light gel textured essence that is said to be a multi-function product that cleanses, controls sebum, tones the pores, exfoliates dead skin cell, moisturises and tightens pores. This sounds almost too good to be true! Some of these claims would definitely be more evident after a longer period of use, so it’s hard to say whether or not it is effective in some of these aspects. However, with the limited amount of product that I had to use, I found that the Corrector absorbed almost instantly upon application and left the skin feeling extremely refreshed. Pores did appear to be minimised and a slight tightening sensation was apparent. I wouldn’t necessarily say that this product has much moisturising properties. On top of that, the product seemed to have quite a heavy alcohol scent. Overall though, this seems to be quite an interesting product and I would like to try it out. Pros: -fast to absorb -tightens pores -good sebum control Cons: -not moisturising enough Rating: 4/5 Purchase? I’m definitely willing to try it! R

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TonyMoly 7 Day Tattoo Eyebrow Review

I am most definitely in no way an eyebrow pro, and eyebrows are the most difficult and time consuming part of my makeup routines. I stumbled upon this product and decided I had to get it despite having no experiece with pen type eyebrow products. Eyebrows that will last for 7 days?! who could say no!

Tonymoly 7Days Tatoo Eyebrow  is a Natural temporary eyebrow  product that lasts for 3~7 days. Containing natural botanical ingredients to cause less irritation. The liquid long last effect doesn't fade even after shower. Mild dye and volatile polymer quickly absorbs and stays on the skin. There are 2 shades to choose from: 1. Natural Brown 2. Dark Brown

To be used at night after cleasnsing. If used after basic makeup application, the longevity will significantly decrease. Draw along desired eyebrow shape. First application should be darker than regular eyebrow makeup. If you need to fix the shape, do so with a cotton bud before the product dries. The packaging of this eyebrow pen is extremely simple.  The product comes in pen form and has a firm felt tip for precise application. Be sure to put the lid on properly to aviod the product drying up. The pen contains 0.8ml of product.

Firstly, I want to mention that this product is in no way an actual tattoo and has temporary results. This being said, the longevity of the eyebrow product is incredible and does definitely delivers to its promises. Despite being a long lasting product, I do find that certain areas (such as the tip and the front) can be removed slightly with daily facial cleansing. You have to put a bit of effort into making sure you don't rub or scrub the area to ensure a longer lasting effect. Because of this, I tend to touchup daily and redefine the shape  It is very convenient  to not have to fully do eyebrows daily and of couse saves a lot of time! The results of this eyebrow tattoo are very natural. The colour isn't too pigmented so it doesn't look harsh, but it can be built up to create a stronger eye look. Unfortunately there only 2 availableshades to choose from which is quite limiting. The fine tip makes the eyebrow tattoo very easy to control and create precise strokes. This product is affordable and effective, and easily my current favourite eyebrow product! Pros: -long lasting -natural colour that can be built up -time saving  and easy to use -fine tip for precise application Cons: -colour can be slightly removed without careful cleansing/makeup removal -only 2 shades to choose from Overall Rating: 4.5/5 R

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Mizon Intensive Firming Solution Collagen Power Lifting Toner Review

During one of my crazier skincare hauls a while back I picked up  a few skincare sets, including the Mizon Intense Firming Solution Collagen Power Enriched Set. This set contains the following products: -Collagen Power Lifting Toner -Collagen Power Lifting Emulsion -Collagen Power Firming Enriched Cream -Collagen Power Firming Eye Cream -Collagenic Aqua Volume Lip Essence

Mizon Intensive Firming Solution Collagen Power Lifting Toner improves skin elasticity by plumping up the existing collagen in skin and providing rich hydration. It contains enriched collagen extract to keep your skin smooth and radiant while diminishing fine wrinkles. This unique gel type toner melts into your skin and leaves a thin moisture locking layer, making it last longer than traditional toners.  To be used after cleansing. Apply with cotton pad, gently wipe face and neck. The Mizon Intensive Firming Solution Collagen Power Lifting Toner comes packaged in a beautiful glass bottle with a pump dispenser. The bottle contains 120g of product. 

The Mizon Intensive Firming Solution Collagen Power Lifting Toner is a little bit different from all the different toners that I have tried previously. The toner appears to have a gel-like texture in the bottle, but when dispensed through the pump it becomes your usual liquid toner with a watery consistency. The runniness of the toner allows the product to absorb quickly into the skin and leaves you with a fresh feeling after it is absorbed. The toner provides light immediate hydration to the skin, and enhances the effects of the following products when applied. The toner is completely unscented which would work well for those who are not fond of fragranced cosmetics. Overall, this is a pretty good product with no real faults and is a great addition to the line. Pros: -absorbs quickly into the skin -provides light hydration -scentless

Cons: none

Overall Rating: 4/5 R

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Mizon King to the Kong No. 1 Moist King’s Berry Cream Review

I purchased this product on a whim, but I have always had good experiences with Mizon products. I didn’t read too much into it so I didn’t have any specific expectations. This product was definitely a surprise! Mizon No.1 Moist King’s Berry Cream moisturises, protects skin and improves the appearance of wrinkles. The cream contains Aronia extract to protect and moisturise skin. While the Berry Capsule enhances absorption deep into the skin. The rich moisturising content provides long lasting moisture for healthy skin. The soft and silky texture allows for the cream to absorb into the skin. It has a 3 free formula (no artificial scent, no alcohol, no parabens) for no skin irritation. To be used as the last step of skin care. Apply onto skin and use both hands to wrap the face to activate the capsules. The Mizon No.1 Moist King’s Berry Cream comes packaged in a metal tin with comical picture of a the King to the Kong. The tin has a twist lid, that when removed, reveals a protective plastic to prevent the product from spilling. The tin contains 160 ml of product. 

The Mizon No.1 Moist King’s Berry Cream is a very moisturising cream that leaves the skin with a long lasting moisturising barrier. The cream is very thick which results in the cream taking a little while to fully absorb into the skin. It leaves a long-lasting moisturising barrier and as a result skin is left feeling soft and smooth after each use. The cream contains little beads that break down during application which help to enhance the moisture that the cream provides. The cream doesn’t cause any skin irritations, and is lightly scented so that your nose wouldn’t be irritated either. I personally found that it was just a tad too heavy to be used on the face, so I decided to use it on my body and loved the results. This may be good cream for those with dry skin, but for people with normal to oily skin, this might be one to pass on.   Pros: -very moisturising cream -long lasting moisture barrier -skin is soft and smooth after use -does not cause skin irritations -light scent Cons: -takes a while to absorb -a bit heavy -may not be suitable for people with normal to oily skin Overall Rating: 3.5/5 R

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Missha Aloe Wrapping Coat Spray Mask Review

I stumbled across the Missha Wrapping Coat Sprays a while back and was quite intrigued by the concept of a spray on mask. I wasn’t exactly sure what I was expecting, but was definitely excited to try both of them out! The Wrapping Coat Spray Masks come in two variations: - Aloe - Honey

MISSHA Aloe Wrapping Coat Spray is a gel mask pack to make skin moist, vitalized and lustrous. Say goodbye to wash off and peel off masks, the spray mask type is perfect for use anytime and anywhere.   To use, prepare skin with toner. Spray an appropriate amount 10cm away from the face with eyes closed. It may take approximately 8-10 sprays. The mask should absorb into the skin within 3-5 minutes, there is no need to wash after use. The MISSHA Aloe Wrapping Coat Spray Mask comes in a spray bottle hat dispenses a good amount of product per spray. The bottle contains 100ml of product.

As I mentioned before, I had wasn’t sure what to expect when I purchased the Wrapping Coat Spray Mask. However, my most basic understanding of this was that it was meant to be a gel type mask. The product is much more like a mist than a mask and I have to say I was a little disappointed. The Aloe Wrapping Coat Spray Mask provides a light hydration to the skin and can be built up slightly with more sprays, but still it isn’t very moisturising. It absorbs quickly and is completely non-greasy once fully absorbed. The Aloe spray sooths skin and is very refreshing to use. Overall, I feel that this product is really quite average. There are definitely better products out there. Pros: -sooths skin and is very refreshing -absorbs quickly and is non-greasy -provides a bit of hydration to skin

Cons: -not moisturising enough -more like a mist than a mask

Rating: 3/5

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TonyMoly Panda’s Dream So Cool Eye Stick Review

After trying out and loving the Etude House Eye’s Cream products, I was quite determined to try out more eye cream in stick form.  I came across the TonyMoly Panda's Dream Eye Sticks and was very keen to try these out! TonyMoly's Panda's Dream line comes with 2 different types: - TonyMoly Panda’s Dream Brightening Eye Stick -TonyMoly Panda’s Dream So Cool Eye Stick

The TonyMoly Panda’s Dream So Cool Eye Stick is a portable stick-type eye cream that provides moisture and cooling effects to the delicate area around the eye. To use, apply the product gently from the inner side to outer side.  Tap lightly with finger tips for better absorption.

The TonyMoly Panda’s Dream So Cool Eye Stick has an adorable panda design. The eye stick comes in a twist stick packaging. Once the lid is removed, there is another plastic protective cap on the top of the product itself. There is 9g of product in total.

My eyes are usually quite puffy in the morning, but with the application of this cooling eye stick, the swelling is reduced quite dramatically. The So Cool Eye Stick offers a very light cooling effect that is quite minimal and lasts for a short time so it doesn’t cause any irritations to the eyes. The product glides on smoothly and doesn't tug on the skin during application. It offers moisture to the delicate skin around the eyes. The eye cream leaves the eye area feeling fresh with no greasiness or stickiness. It is convenient to use with its twist design and roll over application which doesn’t cause a mess or take too much time to apply, making it perfect for use in the morning. Overall, this product is pretty great and I'm excited to try the brightening version next!

Pros: -moisturising -provides a cooling effect -non-greasy and fresh feeling -easy application + convenient to use -doesn’t cause any irritations -glides on smoothly

Cons: None Overall Rating: 4.5/5

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Missha M Luminous Colour Lip Gloss Review (BE01 & CR03)

I have had my eye on Missha’s amazing range of lip products for quite a while and decided to indulge in getting a few of the lip glosses from both their Missha M Luminous High Lasting Lip Gloss and M Luminous Colour Lip Gloss collections. The Luminous Colour Lip Gloss line comes in 10 beautiful shades to choose from: 

The M Luminous Colour Lip Gloss gives you vivid colour and shimmering shine. The gloss contains a multi-peptide Complex for elasticity and healthy lips. The skin lipid Ingredient provides plenty of moisture to lips. The jewellery complex helps add a beautiful pearly shine and glossy finish to your lips. The botanical butter oil complex provides nutrients for heathy lips.   To use, apply to lips with applicator. Reapply as needed. Missha always has very pretty packaging, and the M Luminous products are particularly glamourous. The lip gloss has a brush applicator that is initially stiff but softens up after a few uses.

There are so many great things about the M Luminous Colour Lip Gloss line. Firstly, they come in a range of colours and shades to choose from. The gloss has a high shine finish that is mostly due to the glitters that are in the gloss. It is quite lightweight in texture and doesn’t feel overly sticky or thick. The lip gloss provides a touch of moisture to the lips and makes lips look smooth by filling in any cracks. A great thing about this product is that it does in fact contain SPF 10 to protect your lips from the sun damage. The quality of the packaging is also a big plus, but I did find that the brush was a bit difficult to use before it was completely broken in. The lip gloss has a short wear time, and that requires reapplication at around the 2 hour mark. When the glossiness fades, I find that specks of glitter remain stuck on the lips which are quite difficult to remove by rubbing on its own. Overall, this is quite a good product, and I am definitely excited to try more products from the M Luminous range in the future.

Pros: -beautiful rage of colours to choose from -high shine finish   -lips feel moisturised -doesn’t feel overly sticky or thick -contains SPF -good quality packaging

Cons: -short wear time -specks of glitter remain stuck on lips

Overall Rating: 4/5

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The Face Shop Chia Seed Sebum Control Moisture Cream Review

When I was in Korea, I decided to pick up a couple of products from The Face Shop’s Chia Seed line as they were selling the products in packs. This pack included a toner, Essence, lotion, eye and spot cream, and sebum control cream. A while after, I decided to purchase a few more products as well!

Make sure to check out my other reviews from the Chia Seed Line:      -Chia Seed Watery Toner (review coming soon!)      -Chia Seed Moisture Holding Seed Essence (review coming soon!)      -Chia Seed Watery Eye & Spot Essence (review coming soon!)      -Chia Seed Watery Lotion (review coming soon!)                                    -Chia Seed Moisture Holding Seed Cream (review coming soon!)

And have a look at the Chia Seed Sebum Control Line too:       -Chia Seed Sebum Control Water       -Chia Seed Sebum Control Moisture Cream A moisture cream that replenishes skin with moisture, while preventing excess sebum. Chia seeds that hold moisture 10 times their own weight fill the skin with moisture, while native cotton seeds control unnecessary sebum to moisturize the skin without any sheen all day long. Mild oil-free translucent cream made with environmentally-friendly technique. This 100% pure, mild and translucent moisturizing cream protects the environment as well through the oil-free formula that uses low-carbon, environmentally-friendly techniques. 100% organic Chia seed extracts’ sap are used in lieu of water. This moisturizing cream delivers freshness and efficacy by using 100% organic Chia seed extracts’ sap instead of water.

There are a few different variations of the box design, and the one that I have is an older version as I purchased it quite a while back. The box contains a nice clear container with a mint blue twist cap and a spatula as well. The one that I have is the super sized version that has 100ml of product, but you can also purchase a smaller 50ml tub.

This is a sebum controlling product that is completely oil free, I do find that it prevents shine for longer periods of time compared to other creams. As this appears to look like your everyday clear gel cream, I had assumed that it would absorb quickly into the skin, leaving you with a fresh feeling. However, this was not exactly the case. It is actually rather thick in texture, resulting it taking a slightly longer time to absorb. Upon application, there is also a bit of a sticky feeling. After a while it does settle into a moisturising layer that is lighter in weight and is quite long lasting. Like the other products from the Chia Seed line, it has a very pleasant fresh scent. Overall, I do think this could be a good cream that would suit those with oily or combination. Pros: -provides a long lasting moisturising feeling -oil free product -sebum control -fresh scent Cons: -initial sticky feeling -takes a little while to absorb Overall Rating: 4/5 R

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Nature Republic Super Origin Complete Control Cream (Tinted) Review

Nature Republic Super Origin Complete Control Cream Tinted Review The Super Origin Complete Control Cream was one of the many CC Creams I purchased a while back. I had nearly forgotten about this product, but was quite excited to find rediscover it again! The Super Origin Complete Control Creams come in 3 different variations: 1. Color change 2. Tinted 3. Brightening

Super Origins Complete Control Cream combines the benefits of skincare and makeup. The mix of skincare and makeup functions adequately offer moisture and nutrition to the skin. The advanced multi control cream helps to brighten and smooth the complexion. To use, apply an appropriate amount to the entire face. This product can be used mixed with BB Cream or Foundation to increase coverage. The Super Origin Complete Control Cream comes packaged in a nice tube that contains 45ml of product. The tube has a pump that allows you to easily control the amount.  

This Super Origin Complete Control Cream is lightly tinted, which differs from The traditional white based CC Cream. It effectively brightens and evens out the skin, but I find that it can appear a bit too light in tone before the product settles. Unfortunately the product is only available in one shade and is one the lighter side. The product leaves the skin with a natural dewy finish, and keeps the skin feeling moisturised while it is on. The CC Cream offers light to medium coverage. If you are looking to increase the coverage, you really will need to mix it with another base makeup product. Pros: - brightens skin - natural dewy finish  - evens out skin tone - moisturising  - light to medium coverage Cons: - doesn’t offer enough coverage for blemishes - only available in one shade Overall Rating: 3.5/5 R

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NARUKO Lupin Anti-Wrinkle Firming Night Gelly Review

After having much success with the NARUKO Rose & Snow Fungus Classic Hydrating Night Gelly (review here!), I was very determined to try out some more NARUKO products!

This night gelly deeply hydrates the skin and increases cell turnover rate to promote radiance. It provides relief and helps to slow down the aging process during sleeping. Benefits include: -repairing aged skin and restoring youth -prevents and smooths the wrinkles on the face -works well with collagen and maintains the skins' firmness and elasticity -reducing skin damaged caused by aging and enhances the skin's defence capacity -moisturizing and smooths skin on a long term basis -improves skin dullness and brightens skin -revitalizes skin and delays skins of aging To be used nightly after your usual skincare procedure. With the included spatula, retrieve two pea size amount and apply evenly over the face. Do not need to rinse off and may help keep on overnight to maximize effect.

The Night Gelly comes in a nice purple glass jar with a twist top lid. Once the lid is removed a plastic protective cover is revealed. A small spatula is provided and fits nicely into the plastic cover. There is 60g of product in total. 

The NARUKO Lupin Anti-Wrinkle Firming Night Gelly EX provides nutrients and intensive moisture to the skin while you sleep. Skin feels soften and smoother after each night of use. The Night Gelly improves brightens and evens skin tone. The Night Gelly is targeted for use on aging skin, and with the benefits that it provides, it is definitely perfect for more mature skin. Over a longer period of use, there is a noticeable difference in skins texture as it feels more firm and elastic. The appearance of wrinkles are also reduced. The only possible downside to the NARUKO Lupin Anti-Wrinkle Firming Night Gelly EX that I can see is that the scent may not be for everyone. Overall, this is quite a fantastic product! Pros: -moisturising and smooths skin -firms skin and increases elasticity -brightens and evens skin tone -perfect for aging skin Cons: -scent is not as pleasant Overall Rating: 4.5/5 R

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Mizon Placenta Ampoule Essential Sheet Mask Review

I’ve been a fan of Mizon since I stumbled upon some of their products a few years ago. I received a couple of different variations of these Ampoule Essential Sheet Masks with a previous order. I have Collagen, Snail, Syn-ake, Peptide, Hyaluronic and Placenta, so make sure you look out for the reviews!

The Mizon Placenta Ampoule Essential Sheet Mask is enriched in plant placenta to create firm and silky skin. The botanical ferment extract  is rich in nutrients for healthy and energetic skin. The tencel mask allows for excellent adhesive  power and reduces the chance of the essence drying up. The mask maximises the moisture holding power and offers nutrition deep into skin. To be used after cleansing and toner application. Fit the mask on face. Remove the mask after 15-20 minutes and pay lightly until completely absorbed.

The mask comes in a little bottle shaped packet. The inside has a plastic backing to ensure the mask doesn’t rip when you take it out. The mask itself is quite thin which contributes to its ability to stick closely to the skin.

I have definitely come to have great expectations of the Mizon Ampoule Essential Sheet Mask line. After using the mask, I found my skin to feel very soft and smooth. My skin instantly looked brighter and also felt firmer as the essence absorbed after the mask was taken off. I did find that the remaining essence took a while to absorb and also left the skin feeling a bit greasy. There was quite a lot of essence in the sheet which allowed it to remain moist during the whole duration. However, there was quite a bit of excess essence that I found dripping down my neck during the time it was on. The sheet mask itself is great because it is easily shaped to stick to your skin perfectly. Overall, this is a fantastic sheet mask that leaves your skin feeling moisturised for a long period. Definitely worth trying out!

Pros: -skin is soft and smooth after use -skin looks brighter and firmer -long lasting moisture -sheet fits nicely onto the face

Cons: -remaining essence takes a while to absorb and leave skin a bit greasy

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

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The Face Shop Pore Dilates Pore Tightening Cover Cream Review

In one of my The Face Shop Hauls, I purchased some products from the Pore Tightening line. I have grown to really love the Pore Dilates Pore Tightening All In One Serum (review here!) and it seemed like the perfect time to bust out the Tightening Cover Cream to see how it stacked up. The Face Shop Pore Tightening Cover Cream tightens enlarged pores while fighting excess sebum and maintaining skin’s elasticity. It contains Marronnier Seed that is an active ingredient that provides antioxidant and anti-aging effects. Not only does the Marronnier extract tighten enlarged pores, but also prevents pores from loosening. The Face Shop Pore Tightening Cover Cream can also has a sebum controlling function and can be used to cover up pores and make skin look sleek and smooth. To be used on a cleansed face at the final step of skincare or before makeup application. Focus on areas with enlarged pores such as the nose and cheeks.

The Face Shop Pore Tightening Cover Cream comes packaged in a little plastic jar with a twist lid. There is 30g of product in the jar.

The Face Shop Pore Tightening Cover Cream is a multifunction product that can be used as a cream and as a primer. It has a balm-like texture that applies smoothly onto the skin. As a primer, I find that it creates a smooth base for makeup application. It provides pore coverage and minimises the appearance of pores for a pore blurring effect. The Cover Cream has sebum control properties that help skin remain fresh for longer. Unfortunately I feel as though it does stay true to its name as it only appears to ‘cover’ pores and does not provide any long term pore minimising and tightening effect. Overall, this product is great to be used as a primer, but not so much as a tightening cream. Pros: -multi function product -smooth base created for makeup application -effective pore coverage -sebum control properties -minimises appearance of pores Cons: -no noticeable long term pore minimising Overall Rating: 3.5/5 R 

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Laneige Sun Block Sensitive Review

As sun protection is an incredibly important part of skincare, I am always on the hunt for the perfect sunscreen. Although it has a lower SPF than I am usually use to, I thought it would a good product to use during the cooler months when the sun isn’t as harsh. The Laneige Sun Block Sensitive is a mild sun cream with a 10 Free formula that is suitable for sensitive skin. The non-chemical sun cream containing six-herb water minimizes allergic reactions that may appear in sensitive skin.  It is a functional sunscreen cosmetic that protects To use, apply an appropriate amount of the parts of your skin that are exposed to UV rays. The Laneige Sun Block Sensitive comes packaged in refreshingly simple designed tube. It has a narrow tip to allow for ease of control. There is 50ml of product in the tube. 

The Laneige Sun Block Sensitive is a cream type sun protector that is similar to that of tradition sunscreen products. It has a smooth creamy texture that is easily applied to the face evenly. The product is lightweight, but does leave a somewhat noticeable dewy layer on the skin. Despite this, the sun block doesn’t leave the skin with an unnatural looking white glow. The product provides SPF30PA++ to protect your skin from UV rays, but this is really an average amount of SPF and if you are going to be in the sun, you should opt for something with higher protection. The main reason that I purchased this product was for the fact that it caters greatly for those with sensitive skin. As Laneige can be considered a higher end brand, the product is on the slightly pricier side. Overall, I would say that this was quite an average product, and I think you can definitely get something more worthwhile for a better price. Pros: -smooth texture -easy to apply an even layer -dewy finish -no white cast -SPF30PA++ -suitable for people with sensitive skin Cons: -somewhat noticeably layer left on skin -on the pricier side Overall Rating: 3.5/5 R

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Innisfree Eco Eyebrow Pencil Review

Innisfree always has had a special place in my heart. Most products that I’ve tried from the brand has been of high quality and I have come to expect no less. I picked this Eyebrow pencil up a while back and finally dug it out from my stash to use. The Innisfree Eco Eyebrow Pencil comes in 4 shades. I purchased No, 4 Deep Brown. 

The Innisfree Eco Eyebrow Pencil is a double ended eyebrow pencil for easy drawing. The shape of the tip and the soft texture allows for soft drawing and natural looking brows. The Eyebrow Pencil is formulated with Green Tea extracts and has a 9-free formula that is free from parabens, artificial scent, mineral oil, animal material, phthalate, acrylamide, dioxin, formaldehyde and talc. To use, outline the eyebrow line by filling in sparse areas. Brush the eyebrows from top to bottom for a groomed look. The Innisfree Eco Eyebrow Pencil is a double ended eyebrow pencil. The pencil has a flat oval head to easily draw your desired shape, while the spiral brush on the other end allows you to brush out the colour evenly.

The Innisfree Eco Eyebrow Pencil comes in 4 shades to cater to a wider range so you should be able to find a shade that is most suitable for you. The double ended pencil is easy and convenient to use. The pencil is retractable so that you can control the amount of product that is needed during application. It isn’t necessarily pigmented, but can definitely be built up to create your ideal brow look. The spiral blush on the other end helps to blend and even out the colour to make it look more natural. It is rather long lasting, and I find that my brows remain relatively the same even after a long day. The Eyebrow Pencil is rather affordable too. Overall, this product definitely stays true to the high level of quality that Innisfree provides! Pros: -range of colours to choose from -easy to use -natural looking -can be built up -long lasting -blends well -affordable price Cons: none Overall:  4/5 R 

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Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Gel Cream Review

I purchased the Snail & EGF Repairing set a while back. The snail slime extract works along with the EGF ingredient to control moisture-oil balance in the skin. This line includes a range of products, from cleansing to general skincare. My set comes with a foam cleanser, toner, essence, eye cream, emulsion and gel cream. 

Make sure to check out the reviews from the rest of the line: - Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Foam Cleanser (coming soon!) - Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Toner (coming soon!) - Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Essence(coming soon!) - Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Emulsion (coming soon!) - Secret Key Snail & EGF Repairing Eye Cream (coming soon!)

Soothes skin troubles with EGF and prevents outbreaks with snail mucus. Delivers concentrated hydration to deep inside the skin for resilient skin and provide protection from environment stimuli to prevent skin damage. To use, apply an appropriate amount onto the skin and pat gently to increase absorption. The gel cream follows the same simple design as the other products from this line. The foam comes in a tube that contains 50ml of product. 

The Secret Key Snail line has two types of creams, and the gel cream is the one that is more suitable for people with oily or combination skin. The gel cream provides a good mount of hydration to the skin. It absorbs rather quickly, but leaves a moisturising barrier on the skin which helps to protect the skin from external factors. This makes for a rather long lasting moisturising effect. The gel cream is lightly scented and is quite pleasant to the nose. Initially I thought that there was only a very small amount of product, but I've found that a little bit definitely goes a long way. Like the rest of the line, the gel cream is quite affordable. Pros: -provides a good amount of hydration -long lasting moisturising effect -quick to absorb -lightly scented -affordable Cons: None Overall Rating: 4/5 R

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Etude House Soft Touch Lip Liner (no. 1 & 2) Review

I picked these lip liners up while I was in Korea a while back and never got around to using them. I decided it was time to bust these out and give them a shot so I could share with you guys how I feel about them. There are 5 shades available, and I purchased no. 1 and 2.

The Etude House Soft Touch Lip Liner is an auto-type creamy lip liner. It is long-lasting and glides on for precision during application. The silky texture prevents your lip liner smudging or fading and allows you to easily shape and define your lips. To use, twist the liner to reveal a little amount of liner. Apply along the lip line and fill in if needed. Be careful not to twist too much as it may cause the product to break. The Etude House Soft Touch Lip Liners come in the convenient auto-type retractable pen form. The lip liner can be easily twisted up to control the amount of product that is sticking out. There is 0.2g of product.

The Etude House Soft Touch Lip Liners definitely has its pros and cons. They come in 5 beautiful shades, to suit a range of needs and preferences. The lip liners leave the lips with have a matte finish, which unfortunately seems to emphasise any dryness or cracks in the lips. The texture of the product is rather smooth, which allows the product to glide on during application. However, the lip liners have a rather short wear time and I find that it fades within 2 hours even if you aren’t eating or drinking. The convenient pencil form is easy and convenient to use, although there is really very little product that is actually there. Overall, I have to say I am a little disappointed in this product. There are definitely better alternatives out there. Pros: -5 shades available -natural matte colours -smooth texture -glides on during application -convenient and easy to use Cons: -emphasises dry skin on lip -short lasting time -little product Overall Rating: 2/5 R

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Innisfree Olive Real Moisture Hand Cream Review

After receiving a sample of the Innisfree Olive Real Moisture hand Cream I decided that I had to purchase the full sized product. The Innisfree Olive Real Moisture Hand Cream is a soft hand cream made with olives that provides moisture and nutrients to your hands. The cream contains carefully selected golden olives that are rich in nutrients for healthy skin. It is ultra-moisturizing and lightly covers the hands. To be used after washing your hands. Squeeze an appropriate amount of cream into your hand and massage into skin gently. The Innisfree Olive Real Moisture Hand Cream comes in a little tube with a twist lid containing 50ml of product. The opening is nice and wide to allow the product to be dispensed easily.

The Innisfree Olive Real Moisture Hand Cream is quite a nice little hand cream to have. It is very moisturising and hands are always left feeling soft and smooth after use. The moisturising effect is long-lasting, and leaves a soft protective layer on your hands that lasts a good couple of hours. The consistency of the hand cream is a little bit thick, but that doesn’t stop it from being fast absorbing. Once fully absorbed, it doesn’t leave a greasy finish either. The hand cream has a light pleasant scent that is in no way overpowering for sensitive noses. Overall, this is a great product and perfect for quick boosts of moisture!

Pros: -makes skin feel soft and smooth -long lasting moisturising effect -fast absorbing -non-greasy formula

Cons: None

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

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