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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream is a great moisturiser for all skin type and if you are anything like me, who enjoy using APieu Madecassoside Cream, there's a good chance that you will like this too.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature [<a href="https://hansaegee.com/shop/" target="_blank">official website</a>] isn't a new Malaysian brand in the market, in fact, they have been around in the beauty industry since 2011. Since then, they have been launching a lot of in-house skincare products following the success of their ever popular </span><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2019/04/New-2019-Hansaegee-Nature-CC-Cream.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Gold Nano CC Cream</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> which I've reviewed in the past. This time around, I've been lucky to have been chosen by them as one of the reviewers for Aqua Whitening Cream Moisturiser. It took me literally 2 months to test this out. Two months! So I hope this review would give you enough insight into why you should try this cream moisturiser. Just a disclaimer, I'm not being paid for this (as always) but the brand does give me the product for free in exchange for honest opinions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Details:</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Full Product Name: Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Type: Moisturiser</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Net Content: 50ml</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Where To Buy: </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature's official web store [</span><a href="https://hansaegee.com/shop/skin-care/aqua-whitening-cream-1/aqua-whitening-cream.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">HERE</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">], you will get free shipping and free gifts.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Price: RM148.30</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Suitable for: All Skin Types.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Description</u></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-formulated with herbal extracts that would be able to improve skin condition from within.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-moisturized and nourished the skin by retaining the water.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. After cleansing, gently massage an adequate amount onto your face and neck, water drops form will appear on your skin within seconds.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. Pat your skin until the moisturiser is fully absorbed into the skin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>Ingredients</b></u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Sodium Chloride, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Betaine, Cetyl/ PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, DMDM Hydantoin, Perfume, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Key ingredients:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[1] Skin brightener: Niacinamide</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[2] Cell-Communicating ingredient: Niacinamide</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[3] Anti-Acne: Niacinamide</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[4] Antioxidant: Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[5] Skin-identical ingredient: Glycerin</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[✅] Alcohol-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[✅] Vegan</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✅] Sulfate-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✅] Paraben-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[❎] Silicone-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">❎] Fungal Acne Safe</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Ingredient Analysis</u></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The first two ingredients after water are simply different types of silicones and since they are both volatile (evaporate faster), they are the ingredients responsible for making the formulation feels lighter. <b><i>Cyclopentasiloxane</i></b> and <b><i>Cyclohexasiloxane</i></b> also give the cream smoother and silky appearance. Next, we have <b>glycerin</b>, which is a humectant. It's commonly safe, often used in a lot of skincare products including moisturisers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Niacinamide</i></b> is the alleged key active ingredient and it's not hard to see why it is included. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This particular A-list ingredient is often used in skin brightening product but did you guys know that it has a lot more to offer?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Niacinamide is <b>a great moisturiser.</b> If you read [</span><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15807725" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">] study done in 2005, it showed that niacinamide is more effective as a topical moisturiser compared to white petroleum (vaseline) on atopic dry skin patients by decreasing the TEWL and increasing stratum corneum hydration. It is well researched that this ingredient would stimulate ceramides and other skin barrier lipids and proteins which results in the improvement of the skin barrier and moisturising level.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Niacinamide is also a <b>gentle yet effective anti-acne treatment</b> that comes in minimal side effects compared to other topical treatments. In 2008, there was a research done on 38 patients with mild and moderate acne vulgaris and nearly all of them had shown a decreasing number of acne lesions after being treated with a topical gel containing 4% of Niacinamide for 8 weeks. There was also another study [<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7657446" target="_blank">here</a>] done in 1995 that showed the effectiveness of 4% Niacinamide Gel. This also showed that this ingredient poses <b>a potent anti-inflammatory effect</b>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And, if there is one important thing Hansaegee Nature would like to highlight is the<b> brightening effect</b>, hence the cream is called as 'Aqua Whitening Cream'. I've seen a lot of journals on this but let me linked you one here. In [<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/9781118384824.ch10" target="_blank">this</a>] study, researches noticed a significant amount of reduction on hyperpigmentation spot after four weeks of treatment with a cream containing Niacinamide, Peptide and Retinyl Propionate a compared to the traditional over-the-counter Benzoyl Peroxide.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, we have <i><b>Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract</b></i>, which is a plant that has antioxidant and anti-microbial properties. I'm thinking that this is where Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream similar to A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream since both of them containing the leaf extract. Dr. Jart+ Deep Hydration sheet mask, Bellflower Azulene Daily Serum and Etude House Ice Aloe Soothing Gel are among others who have this similar ingredient inside their product. Below image shows the anti-microbial activities of Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract together with a couple more of plant extractions when they put against several commonly found microorganisms. Ah, I missed doing the disc diffusion method I once did when I was working in a Pathology lab! Also, [<a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/264151632_Evaluation_of_antimicrobial_activity_and_total_phenolic_content_of_three_Pinus_species" target="_blank">this</a>] is another good journal (and it's free to read) about the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Pinus Densiflora Leaf extract. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There are a total of 8 plant extractions used inside the formulation apart from Prunus Dnsiflora Leaf Extract, which can be a hit or a miss depending on your skin sensitivity towards these plant extractions. Those who are looking for a <b>vegan skincare product</b>, as well as my fellow <b>Muslim consumer</b>, this is a great option for you to consider. I'm saying this because there are several creams out there contain collagen as one of its ingredients and we have no idea the source of it since it's not mandatory for manufacture to list it out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It's a cream moisturiser with thick texture but surprisingly feel extremely lightweight upon using. It just melts like water! and just for comparison, here are some of the moisturisers I've tried and reviewed in the past;</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consistency ranking from the 'thinnest [1] to thickest [4].</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[1] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/02/review-loccitane-angelica-hydra-vital.html" target="_blank">L'Occitane Angelica Hydra Vital Gel</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[2] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2019/03/muji-moisturising-milk-moisture-review.html" target="_blank">Muji Moisturising Milk Moisture</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[3] </span><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2018/06/review-apieu-madecassoside-cream.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[4] <i><b>Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream</b></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[5] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/12/J-One-Hana-Cream-Review.html" target="_blank">J.One Hana Cream</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[6] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/03/Cetaphil-Moisturizing-Cream-Review.html" target="_blank">Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'd say Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream is comparable to A'Pieu Madecassoside cream although the latter is more fluid. However, Hansaegee Nature Cream definitely feels much <b>lightweight</b> on the skin when applied, thanks to the two silicones ingredients inside. A'Pieu also has silicones, but the overall finish feels a little heavier and if you read my previous detailed review on A'Pieu cream, you would know that I complained about how the cream can be a little tricky to use in our hot Malaysia's climate. Meanwhile, this Hansaegee Nature moisturiser doesn't make me feel suffocated at all.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is another part where the cream reminds me of A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream, I believe the scents are very similar to each other, they are sweet like candy with a hint of citrusy note.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>What I like;</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I like how this cream moisturiser has a cooling effect on the skin which is very much appreciated in the hot and humid weather conditions like here in Malaysia. It appears to be cool and refreshing even without putting it inside the refrigerator.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It's hydrating and moisturising to the skin. I use this on my PM routine following a retinol treatment and a sheet mask. If I would to include a serum, I'd use it before the Hansaegee Nature Aqua Whitening Cream. Since it's lightweight, I have no idea if it's going to relieve the dry patches on dry skin, however, it's perfect to use on hot, sunny weather since, in my long period of testing this product, I didn't notice any excessive amount of sweat beads after using. <b>It sinks into the skin rapidly, leaving a mattifying finish behind with no left-over residue</b>. Also, having some silicons isn't necessarily bad to the skin since it helps in water retaining.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature decided to print out the expiring date onto the jar packaging itself which is gladly appreciated! It may sound like a little, smaller thing to point out but I know brands who only put the date on its cardboard packaging and let's be honest, most of us here would probably throw it after we opened up the product. There are also brands like The Ordinary and The Inkey List who decided to completely ditch their expiry dates for all of the products and I'm seriously mad about it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>The Downsides;</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If there are any whitening or brightening effects, I would be unable to comment. Perhaps I should use this for a much longer period and only do it on half of my face to see if there is any different. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, hygienic issue but it can be easily solved. I like its jar packaging. Actually, I just realised that I like jar packaging for a moisturiser because I can use every single cream inside without wasting any but I won't deny the negativity of it, since you would need to unscrew the lid often, the cream could have spoiled in a faster rate when it's exposed to air and light. It would be great if Hansaegee Nature could provide a little spatula inside the packaging like what most brands would do these days.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I hope this review is helpful to you guys. As always, feel free to follow on my Instagram, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ieyrahm/?hl=en" target="_blank"><b>@ieyrahm</b></a> and my <a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/ieyra-h-14720725" target="_blank"><b>Bloglovin</b></a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">References:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">[1] Soma, Y., Kashima M., Imaizumi, A., Takahama H., Kawakami, T., & Mizoguchi, M. (2005). <i>Moisturizing effects of topical nicotinamide on atopic dry skin</i>. International Journal of Dermatology, 44(3), 197-202. doi:10.111/j.1365-46322004.02375.x</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">[2] Kaymak, Y., Onder, M., (2008). <i>An Investigation of Efficacy of Topical Niacinamide for the Treatment of Mild and Moderade Acne Vulgaris</i>. Journal of the Turkish Academy of Dermatology, 2(4):jtad82402a</span><br />
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ieyra h.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12995980891417023746noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341298227331706571.post-12390545361606675052019-06-29T14:44:00.000+08:002019-06-30T00:41:49.548+08:0020s vs 30s - How My Makeup Has Changed Over The Years<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There comes a time, as I'm nearing to my 30s, I realise some things in my makeup regime has changed while others do stay the same. I have been ditching a few products along the way, some unbelievable make a comeback and there are a lot more to discover in the future. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm not going to lie here but recently, I'm starting to feel a true shift with my skin, my complexion isn't getting any brighter, heavier dark circles under the eyes than I used to have, rougher skin, deepening of smile lines, and visible hyperpigmentation spots are showing through. While I'm trying my best to combat these with the right usage of skincare, makeup does help in minimising the imperfection skin I have while boosting out my confidence at the same time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Because let's get real, while makeup is one of the great pleasure I'm having in life, there are few things that do not work as they used to and this includes the usage of primer. I used to buy mattifying makeup primers from Sephora just because my skin was oily before. However, around two years ago, I feel like my overall look is better without them since they tend to slide off and making the finishing look feels crackier. So these days, I prefer to prep my skin using physical sunscreen that is usually a bit tacky and proceeds to wear concealer or foundation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">No more heavy foundation, less prefer the mattifying ones and that's the main reason why I still love <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/03/review-nars-sheer-glow-foundation.html" target="_blank">Nars Sheer Glow Foundation</a>. I have repurchased it many, many times. As I crave for a lighter and more natural look, my current wishlist includes trying out the Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation and Diorskin Forever Skin Glow Foundation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Remember all these natural palettes by beauty brands that I used to find them boring and uninspired? Well, I'm all for it now, for example, this old version of Too Faced Natural Eyeshadow Palette, my current go-to Urban Decay Naked 1 Palette and Kat Von D Light & Shade Eye Contour Palette. I realise I've been using natural, earth-toned colours a lot and no longer finding warm eye-look flattering on myself, tho I won't deny I put on it once in a while!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">God knows when was the last time I put on highlighter on the cheekbones of my face. Part of this is because of my pores are becoming more visible due to ageing since the collagens inside are decreasing. Secondly, I still haven't find the perfect highlighter for my current skin condition. When it used to be smooth, I like swiping up <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2014/09/review-thebalm-mary-lou-manizer.html" target="_blank">Marie Lou Manizer from The Balm</a> to give me the daily glow and I even proclaimed myself a huge fan of the strobing technique that I'm no longer able to do. These days, I'm still searching for a highlighter that is ever-so-subtle and won't be exaggerating the pores. Please drop in your recommendations!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Lately, the under-eye darkness I have around my eyes are bothering me and they are always there regardless of the long-hours sleep I have gotten. It could be due to age factor or any other factors that lie beyond than just getting enough sleep at night. While I'm planning for another dermatologist session soon, (I had one due to skin issue), the best I could do to minimise the appearance of the dark circle is by using an orange corrector when I do my makeup.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Surprisingly, I didn't need this 2 years ago. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I remember putting the tiniest amount of orange corrector under the eyes and I ended up looking like </span><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">oompa loompa</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, so that time I figured a salmon-coloured concealer would work in lightening the dark circle. I wish I could do the same right now, but the problematic area would only turn into grey-ish tone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I know the best makeup trick that one could use to combat enlarged pores is to opt for a primer that will help in minimizing them, this is why I feel like the Benefit Porefressional would need to make a comeback into my makeup routine. It used to be my favourite when I was extremely oily during my early 20s, I didn't need it when I was in the middle 20s, right now, I'm seriously considering it back though I do not like using primer on my face.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Makeup can really accentuate fine lines around the eyes, forehead and mouth area, so one of the best advice I learnt from Sephora Global Makeup Artist and also the Director, David, is to use less amount of makeup. My main concern is under eye fine lines and for this, Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer is great since it's creamy yet doesn't really settle into the lines. Unpopular opinion, but no more excessive baking under the eyes because it would still crack and settle into the fine lines no matter what! Instead, just dust in the powder using a small fluffy brush to set the concealer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">These days, I'm cooperating Vitamin A (Retinoids) into my skincare routine and it does make a huge difference but I will save that for another story. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What about you? Do you have any do's and don't to your makeup routine as you get older? Let me know in the comment section below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love participating in the annual Goodreads Challenge. I started it in 2013 and continue to do so until the recent date. This year, despite being busy with daily life activities, I've been able to complete my 2019 Goodreads Challenge of reading 30 books and I'm quite proud of it since this is the largest number of books I've completed throughout these past years AND I finished it in May rather than December.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wish the number of books had been higher but knowing myself for not being a consistent reader, I set a comparatively low goal since I would get stressed out if I wouldn't be able to complete the reading challenge or perhaps even worst, I'd probably push myself to read "cheat books" just to get the numbers up. Anyhow, I wasn't expecting to read this fast, in fact, again, I was doubtful about finishing 30 books in a year, which was also the reason why I originally set it as 15.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Of the 30s, 8 were books written by <b>Colleen Hoover</b> and it's safe to say that I'd pick up whatever books by her despite her romance story-tellings aren't really one of my favourites to read. Her recent published books had me binge reading from one book to another because I found them very hard to put down. Hoover has this genuine writing style and her words always sounded so realistic that they often put me in emotions. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43225180-verity" target="_blank">Verity</a> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27276318-it-ends-with-us" target="_blank">It Ends with U</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (3.5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33361210-without-merit" target="_blank">Without Merit</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (3</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38926487-all-your-perfects" target="_blank">All Your Perfect</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19487009-ugly-love" target="_blank">Ugly Love</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (1</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24445517-maybe-someday" target="_blank">Maybe Someday</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (3</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23587984-maybe-not" target="_blank">Maybe Not</a> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(1</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Colleen Hoover | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42657538-maybe-now" target="_blank">Maybe Now</a></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (2</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All of these books are known to heavily centred towards a romance theme through books like Verity and Without Merit are shelved as Mystery/Thriller and Young Adult respectively. If you're into reading, you would know that Colleen Hoover and adult romance cannot be separated and thanks to her, I was able to widen out my book genre instead of sticking to my comfort zone of reading Young Adult Fantasy. I don't know about you guys, but I personally prefer fantasy books rather than contemporary because I'm all about adventurous escapism and strong female characters that always have been portrayed throughout a lot of YA books. Hoover doesn't write fantasy, at least not yet, so I feel like it's a good thing to alternate between her stories and a world-building that doesn't feel real to exist.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My favourite book from Colleen Hoover out of the ones I've read is <b>'All Your Perfect'</b> because it literally has become the only book that was able to make me cried whilst reading. Telling the story in 'now' and 'then' perspectives, this book was about a couple, Quinn and Graham who struggled to save their crumbling marriage due to some internal issues that could affect a lot of real-life married couples out there without me realising. I bookmarked so many quotes I liked throughout the story and one of them is this; </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Continuing with the romance theme, this year, I've also read quite a number of chick-lit books which basically a genre that addresses issues of modern womanhood, usually set in urban areas and the main character is in her 20s or 30s. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The best example of this is "Confessions of a Shopaholic" written by Sophie Kinsella, "Me Before You" by Jojo Moyes and "The Devil Wears Prada" by Lauren Weisberger.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In 2019, I discovered a writing duo referring themselves as </span><b>Christina Lauren</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and so far I've read 3 titles from them with the recently published book is becoming my favourite. Save for Roomies, which I find it bored, I do generally enjoy Christina Lauren's writings since they are simply hilarious and consistently make me laugh out loud when reading. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'd categorise all of the upcoming Christina Lauren books as 'instant grab' since their writing is something I'd trust myself enjoying it regardless of plot.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Two more chick-lit authors I've discovered this year are <b>Helena Hunting</b> for "Meet Cute" and <b>Kristy Greenwood</b> for "Big Sexy Love" and I LOVED THEM BOTH. Again, their stories are warm and hilarious with the right amount of romance and humour, they would be perfect for a summer read. I always feel like a chick-lit book usually comes with a witty and funny writing style and also the pacing is light compared to adult romance, hence I personally enjoy this genre a bit more. Plus, I find that these plots are easy to relate due to age and environment factors.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Helena Hunting | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41063454-meet-cute" target="_blank">Meet Cute</a> (4</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This year I'm all about promoting homegrown authors to my friends (yes, you included)! because they are really like the hidden gems in the literature world. They are goood and I didn't expect them to be this goood, so I was quite surprised to learn that the quality of the writing is similar to international authors. It's also so interesting to see Western readers are willing to get very intimate with the language and culture of our own Malaysia since I've seen many of them are giving these books very high ratings on Goodreads. You would see familiar settings like Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Melaka, familiar dishes and kuehs being mentioned and of course, there are a lot of Manglish slangs too</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">💜 Hanna Alkaf | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35614314-the-weight-of-our-sky" target="_blank">The Weight of Our Sky</a> (3.5</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: small;">💜 Yangsze Choo | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/44104425-the-night-tiger" target="_blank">The Night Tiger</a> (5</span>⭐)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">💜 Yangsze Choo | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18813639-the-ghost-bride" target="_blank">The Ghost Bride</a> (4</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">💜 Chap Ling Yap | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20611644-sweet-offerings" target="_blank">Sweet Offering</a> (2</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I cannot help but to feel proud to see many titles getting picked up by overseas publishers and for those of you who don't know, The Ghose Bride by Yangsze Choo is recently acquired by Netflix for its drama adaptation. So far, all of the books I've read are categorised as historical fiction.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Having to read YA for most of the days in my life, I feel like this genre definitely goes beyond the age category and there are a lot of adults out there who still read book shelving as a YA. <i>P/S: Harry Potter series paved the way. </i></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To publishers, YA might have just become a marketing category for a higher sale pitch because trust me, I noticed (and read) a lot of books that I'd personally categorise them as Adult/Adult Romance but you can definitely find them at the bookstores in the Young Adult section. One of the examples is A Court of Thorns and Roses series by <b>Sarah J. Mass</b>, well, I mean... </span><i>if you know, you know</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I reread "A Court of Mist and Fury" for the second time and it's still, definitely one of my favourites books of all time. While I'm not the biggest fan of Sarah J. Mass writing due to the fact that her writing can get repetitive at times, I can't deny the fact that she's a Queen for YA Fantasy, she knows how to write and what readers want to read. I also started to read her famous "Throne of Glass" book series but you see, I'm a bit struggling to finish it. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Sarah J. Maas |<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23766623-a-court-of-mist-and-fury" target="_blank"> A Court of Mist and Fury</a> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Sarah J. Maas | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13519397-throne-of-glass" target="_blank">Throne of Glass</a> (2</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Sarah J. Maas | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17670709-crown-of-midnight" target="_blank">Crown of Midnight</a> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Sarah J. Mass | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20617636-heir-of-fire" target="_blank">Heir of Fire</a> (1</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I adore "The Cruel Price" series by <b>Holly Black</b> and earlier this year, I've read her highly anticipated sequel book that ended up being a major disappointment to myself due to its cliche plot and slow-driven pacing. Regardless, the series is good and I'd highly, highly recommend. Seriously, if you haven't read it yet, you're doing yourself a great disservice, there are many good reasons why it has become popular and iconic series among the recent booktubes community.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Holly Black |<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26032887-the-wicked-king" target="_blank"> The Wicked King</a> (3</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Holly Black | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40772063-the-lost-sisters" target="_blank">The Lost Sisters</a> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Karen M. McManus | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38225791-two-can-keep-a-secret" target="_blank">Two Can Keep A Secret</a> (2</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Brigid Kemmerer | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40891244-a-curse-so-dark-and-lonely" target="_blank">A Curse So Dark and Lonely</a> (3.5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm glad my reading genre is expanding this year lol. One of the best books I've read so far is actually a dark, high fantasy book that I'd usually shy away because I prefer light and fluffy reading. "The Poppy War" by R.F Kuang is written based on the Sino-Japanese War and the story is geared toward dark elements such as brutal depiction of war, mass slaughter, rape, drugs and more. And just to convince you to pick up this book, The Poppy War has been nominated with a lot of literary awards, so you know it's a real deal. Apparently, the book comes with a lot of trigger warnings and in my case, it came out to be true because I could feel my anxiety and distressing feeling raising up while reading.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, I picked up another historical fiction book called; "The Seven Husbands of Everly Hugo" after seeing it being hyped up on Goodreads. I did enjoy the book more than I thought I would but I gave it a 3 rating because it was just an okay-ish, not type of book I generally gravitate to. Same goes to the only mystery book I've read so far in 2019; "An Anonymous Girl".</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">R.F. Kuang | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35068705-the-poppy-war" target="_blank">The Poppy War</a> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Taylor Jenkins Reid | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32620332-the-seven-husbands-of-evelyn-hugo" target="_blank">The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo</a> (3</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Sarah Pekkanen | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43128421-an-anonymous-girl" target="_blank">An Anonymous Girl</a> (3</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I come to appreciate books that sounded so magical with its writing and the world-building that I'd be able to imagine due to its vivid descriptions and that ladies and gentlemen, was the sole reason why I like 'A Court of Mist and Fury' in the first place. However, there are 2 more authors I'd like to give credit to; Alexandra Christo for "To Kill a Kingdom" and Stephanie Garber for "Caraval" series and I feel like both of them kinda have a similar writing style. Their books are the kind of books that would keep you hooked from</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> the first page and you would find yourself totally immersed in their writings.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜 Alexandra Christo | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34499221-to-kill-a-kingdom" target="_blank">To Kill A Kingdom</a> (5</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⭐)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The face cleanser department in my skincare collection can sometimes be overlooked since cleanser isn't something I'd invest a lot of thoughts before purchasing any of them. Let it be affordable or expensive, drugstore or high-end, cleanser to me is merely just a cleanser; something that will stay on my face for 2-3 minutes before going down the drain.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I used to be quite firm in the past when choosing a face cleanser where it has to be low in pH for my everyday use but these days, I wouldn't use the alkaline ones as long as it's gentle and not stripping. I only use it at night since I'd need something 'strong' to successfully remove leftover residue from the cleansing balm. Several low pH cleansers I've tried before would leave me a slimy film that could barely wash off by hands.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Nevertheless, I won't deny the fact there are a lot of studies done before in the past years associating a slightly acidic cleanser would bring great benefits in protecting our skin epidermal barrier. Our skin has acid mantel on it and the acid mantle is important for blocking germs, toxins, bacteria and pollution. Previous studies also have shown how our skin's pH would increase as simple as washing our face with tap water.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> If you have the access, I'd recommend you to read this recent 2018 published journal on the relationship between pH and skin cleansing [</span><a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327159998_The_Relation_of_pH_and_Skin_Cleansing" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">DOI: 10.1159/000489527</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">]. In my previous cleanser review, I've also linked you guys to [</span><a href="https://www.carecreations.basf.com/news-media/studies-articles/news-detail/2013/12/11/the-impact-of-cleansing-products-on-the-skin-surface-ph" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">] study where it says; </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-style: italic;">"no conclusions could be made on the effect of cleansing products on the skin surface pH" </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">referring to how inconsistent the parameters and results can be in these pH and skin studies.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Hansaegee Nature Aloe CC Clean Bubble Cleanser</b> is slightly above the natural pH, clocking between <b>7 and 8.</b> It's not as alkaline as the previous AQUTOP cleanser I've reviewed before nor it's low in pH as my current morning AM cleanser from Innisfree, pH 5.5. And since this is a bubble cleanser where the foam comes out from its dispenser, you don't need to add water to emulsifies it, so the pH stays the same at 7-8. Do take note that a lot of cream type cleanser will rise in pH as soon as you added water to it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I know it's little weird starting out my review with the pH value itself, but at least now you know my stand and what I'm looking for when choosing a face cleanser and the criteria remain the same for almost 2 years now. I'm glad Hansaegee Nature trusted me to review more products from the brand and so far all of them are manufactured in South Korea, so I'd consider this as 'AB Beauty'.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Type: Water-based cleanser</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Net Content: 150ml</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Where To Buy: Hansaegee Nature's official web store [<a href="https://hansaegee.com/shop/skin-care/facial-cleansing-foam/aloe-ac-clean-bubble-cleanser.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Suitable for: All skin types</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>(taken from body label)</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature ALOE AC Clean Bubble Cleanser is a rich cleanser that removes oil and dirt, while the tea tree oil protects the skin, leaving it smooth and moist.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Effectively removes dirt, dead skin cells, and makeup from your skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Remove the appearance of pores.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Keeps your skin moisturised whole day long.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Soothing, Soft, Moisturising, Pore Refining, Exfoliation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Water, Potassium Cocolyn Glycinate, Sodium Lauryl Aspartate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycosyltrehalose, Hydrogenated Starch hydrolysate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Menthaarvensis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, CI 19140</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegeee Nature Aloe AC Clean Bubble Cleanser is an <b>alcohol-free </b>product and the key ingredients in this seem to be Aloe Vera Juice, a couple of plant extractions for a soothing effect, glycerin for moisturising and preventing the cleaner from drying out the skin and Tea Tree Leaf Oil for anti-acne. Both Tea Tree Leaf Oil and Rosemary extract are known to have an antimicrobial and antibacterial effect. The <b>surfactants</b> used in this product is Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate and Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate. The first surfactant is known to be mild to the skin and also foams a lot. According to Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Report, the maximum amount of this ingredient that can be used in face cleanser is 12%. I noticed a lot of Korean based Bubble Cleansers used amino acid amides as their foaming agent; for example; this <i>Hansaegee Nature Aloe AC Clean</i> is similar to <i>A'Pieu Deep Clean Bubble Foam Cleanser</i> whereby both of them are using Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate. <i>Yadah Anti-T Bubble Cleanser</i> is using TEA-Cocoyl Glutamate while <i>Etude House Soon Jung pH 6.5 Whip Cleanser</i> is using Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate as their main surfactant. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I will admit it right away</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, I'm not fond of the number of plant extractions inside the formulation. It appears to be A LOT as shown in the picture above. Tea Tree Leaf Oil extraction is good for treating acne skin since it has disinfection property but the amount used in this cleanser is too tiny to do such effect on the skin. Plus, a cleanser is something you will wash off from your face after several minutes, all the possible active ingredients inside the cleanser will possibly be away too after cleanse. For this Hansaegee Nature Cleanser, minus all the plant extraction, the ingredients seem to be rather, simple (in a good way). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Then again, regardless of whatever ingredients being put inside a cleanser, I should worry them the least since, again,<i> it's a cleanser </i>🤷♀️. If you want a product that would truly transform your skin into a better condition, you should look further into other skincare categories such as moisturiser and serum. Cleanser to me is only a basic step.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) It takes only a pump or two sized amount of the cleanser per application, enough to wash a whole face of mine. The <b>yellow-ish liquid formula</b> bursts into a rich but lightweight lather after it's dispersed through its special pump. Bold of me to think that the product is originally in lather form inside the bottle and clearly, I was wrong. The liquid inside makes the bottle feels heavy, plus the packaging seems to be quite bulky. It's suitable to store such a high amount of liquid inside (150ml) but I would say it's not suitable for travelling, especially if you want to pack light. I love how the pump has some texture engraved onto it to prevent our hands from slippering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) <b>The scent</b>. Hansaegee Nature does use a synthetic fragrance in this cleanser but it also has a lot of plant extractions formulated in it that are able to give out natural fragrances. Aloe AC Clean Bubble Cleanser has a <b>citrusy</b> scent. I appreciate the fact that it doesn't make my nose feel sensitive that would lead me to sneeze. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have been using this cleanser regularly during my nighttime routine for almost a month now, I notice there's still a huge amount of liquid cleanser inside the bottle. I didn't realise a bubble cleanser can save me a lot. I use this as a part of my double cleanse;</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First Cleanser: Senka Cleansing Oil</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Refreshing? Yes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Comfortable? Yes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Since the pH is slightly above 7, one might have an initial impression that it will dry out the skin. Not! to my surprise, my skin doesn't feel dry at all after using. It has this 'fresh-clean' feeling after I rinse off but it is never near the 'stripping and drying' way. Once rinsed, every trace of my makeup and cleansing oil are gone and my face feels good. I know this because I always swipe over Cosrx One Step Pimple Clear Pad to step up my cleansing routine. Often, if I'd to use a gentle cleanser, the pad will end up having a lot of makeup residue. For reviewing purpose, I've swatched a few makeup items on my hand to show the ability of this face cleanser in removing 90% of the makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Cyber Colour Eyebrow Pen</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Cathy Doll x Disney Eyeliner</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All the swatches are almost gone except for the eyeliner from Cathy Doll. I personally think it's great since bubble cleanser is known to be gentle to skin. The idea behind a bubble cleanser is that you will spend less time emulsified it through your finger, or if you like me, rubbing the face cleanser directly onto the face. Less motion that creates friction between your hand and the face, the better!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I hope this was helpful. Have you tried any bubble cleanser before in your skincare routine? Let me know and if you want to purchase Hansaegee Nature Aloe AC Clean Bubble Cleanser, you can visit this [<a href="https://hansaegee.com/shop/best-sellers/aloe-ac-clean-bubble-cleanser.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>] that will bring you directly to the purchase page. Just a little disclaimer, I received this product for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. :D</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(1) Blaak, J., & Staib, P. (2018). <i>The Relation of pH and Skin Cleansing. Current Problems in Dermatology</i>, 132-142. doi:10.1159/000489527</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As usual, Gold members (shoppers who spend RM4500 each year) get first access to the private sale while Black members usually start a day after. If you're not a member, you can sign up on their official website and the process is completely free. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Before moving into the haul, I'd like to share with you guys the actual wishlist that apparently looked nothing like what I got from Sephora lately and just so you know, this blog post was meant to be posted before the sale not after 😂.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The set consists of Mario Badescu's best-selling dry lotion and facial spray. I thought it'd be a good price since the acne lotion itself would cost RM91 for 29 ml. I recently have a bunch of acne spots on my cheeks and I believe it's due to extreme humid weather condition and since acne isn't a problem I always have, I was left with no spot treatment in hand. Meanwhile, the Rose Water facial spray would be a repurchase.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have had this in my wishlist after I saw <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZS7sJmAOAE" target="_blank">Jenn Im</a>'s Go To Bed With Me nighttime skincare routine on Harper's BAZAAR channel. In the video, she was using Bliss Jelly Glow Ball Cleanser that isn't available in Malaysia and alternatively, Boscia has 2 different kinds of Jelly ball cleansers available for purchase. This form of cleanser is unlike anything I've encountered before! I thought it would be fun and interesting to use it as a part of my cleansing routine. However, the one that was available in Sephora IOI was very near to its expiring date.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Who doesn't know NARS Orgasm as the shade has become an iconic, strong household name to the brand itself?. The liquid blush version is a part of their a new makeup collection for Orgasm's 20th Anniversary. I own the powder version and it's definitely one of my favourite blush shade, ever. The pinkish shade with a subtle amount of glitters would be great if you have fair to medium skin tone. Unfortunately, it went out of stock during the sale period and I didn't have the chance to swatch it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Phew, looking for a foundation recommendation for dry skin is hard since everyone seems to like the matte ones. We don't really have enough options too in the recent Malaysian's market but it's understandable since our climate is leaning toward the hot and humid side rather than coldly winter. I've heard many good reviews on this Lancome's foundation, however, a few days before the Sephora sale, I bought an Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation on a whim!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Right, it was sold out. Plus, I still have no idea which eyebrow brush should I go for. Any recommendation? It wouldn't be necessary from ABH itself.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Let's just say..... I have absolutely no idea why did I do the listing in the first place because boy, I ended up not following it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm a long time fan of this facial spray though I don't think it's a necessity in my current skincare routine. Ingredient-wise, there are a lot of the better ones out there, however, since the weather is blasting hot, I'm all about moisturising toner because I often stop at it without bringing my routine a little further with moisturiser. The facial spray is doing a great job in providing hydrating to the skin although it's lacking in the moisturising department. I'd frizz this after showers and whenever my skin feels dry. To my surprise, this product goes really well with my skin, the moment I stop using it (together with Cosrx AHA BHA toner), my skin has gone haywire.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was a battle between Kate Somerville and Indie Lee and the latter won after a quick look at their expiring date. I knew a spot treatment isn't something I'm going to use often as other skincare in my routine, so I'm better off with a product that has a longer shelf-life. Surprisingly, my skin has gotten back to its normal condition after severe breakouts series in April, so I have no idea if I'm going to put this in good use since it's no longer a 'need'.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My 2019 Sephora Beauty Pass Sale wouldn't be complete with a few makeups. I picked up the latest Huda Beauty Palette because I've been lusting for it since the day they were launching in Sephora Malaysia. Reaching to my 30s, I realised I'm more gravitate towards wearing natural shades for an everyday look and no longer find the joy of putting warm-based eyeshadow colours onto my eyelids. Most shades in this recent Huda Beauty palette are up to my alley, not to mention, they are stunning. So rather than a 'need', this purchase was simply to justify the pleasure I have in buying makeup. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For 2 grams, this is bloody expensive but good lord luxurious makeup items are the ones that are worth buying during the 20% off. This satin lipstick line from Torm Ford is creamy and highly pigmented but it also feels lightweight and comfortable on the lips due to a bunch of emollients used in the formulation such as chamomilla flower oil, murumuru butter and soja seed extract. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Here's the thing. My birthday is in May. The Beauty Pass sale is in May. So as much as I want to redeem a free Benefit Birthday Gift Set from Sephora during the sale, I couldn't. I would need to make another trip to Sephora this weekend to see if there's anything that could catch my eyes. Perhaps, this is the change for me to look back at the wishlist and pick up an item I actually need.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Regardless, I have 2 more items from Sephora US I ordered from my sister's friend who's studying in Minnesota. I noticed their VIB sale is usually held at the same time as our Beauty Pass Sale. The newest hemp face mask from MILK was my first choice since I've been hearing a lot of raves reviews about the trendy cannabis sativa face oil. I wouldn't lie, I was feeling extremely intrigued. Another purchase is the retinol serum from the brand 'The Inkey List'. Bold of me to think they will not be available in Sephora Malaysia like The Ordinary skincare products and clearly, I was wrong since the brand is now available exclusively on their online store a couple of weeks ago.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, over to you! What did you pick up from the Sephora sale recently?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you follow me on my Instagram for beauty content, you may already know that recently I've included a Malaysian-made skincare serum into my routine. This is not a first-time experience of me using a local product because I've used a couple of them in the past (mostly from the brand House of Healin that's known for their <i>gamat</i>/sea cucumber skincare product). Do I use any local skincare product in recent years? I don't, merely because I have gotten surrounded by Korean, Taiwanese and Japanese brands that are easily available almost everywhere. But, that doesn't mean that I need to stop supporting and featuring brands that come from my homeland; 100% made and founded in Malaysia.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So today I'm going to introduce you to an antioxidant serum by the brand <b>SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE</b>. They approached me some time ago but I didn't start using the product until last month. Most parts of it were because of how bad my skin condition had become and I believe it was due to the extreme weather that we experienced earlier of this year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I only decided to review this after I've seen the full ingredient list of the serum as nobody wants to put any sketchy products onto their face. Another reason why I'm giving this product a chance is that the brand is available to purchase in a lot of pharmacists throughout Malaysia</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, so that's giving me the impression of how this brand can be trusted.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-small (RM49)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Packed with antioxidant goodness from tocotrienol (Vitamin E), Calendula oil and Olive oil. We love applying it for that added radiant glow and hydration throughout the day. It is non-greasy and absorbs quickly into the skin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Use a few drops daily during the day and night to boost skin brightness and nourish the skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Can be used in the face and body</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Non-greasy, rapidly absorbed</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Suitable for all skin types and sensitive skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Dermatologist tested, GMP Certified</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Ministry of Health Malaysia Notification registered</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Warm weather (35C): feels comfortable while Indoor Aircond (18C)L feels not drying</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Natural, mild and gentle ingredients with 10 NOs</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Sodium Lauryl Sulfate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Sodium Laureth Sulfate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Animal Derivatives</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Mineral Oil</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Alcohol</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Harsh Detergent</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No Artificial Colours</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ No EDTA</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">No Propylene Glycol</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">⛔ </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">No Synthetic fragrance</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Aqua, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Trehalose, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Extract, Yeast Beta Glucan, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sorbitan Caprylate, Panthenol, Lecithin, Tocotrienols, Calendula Officinalis Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Propanediol, Benzoic Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE antioxidant serum has one of the most simplest designs on a skincare product I've ever encountered in my life. The antioxidant serum might have given out an impression of a low-quality product but they say 'don't judge a book by its cover' and so does the serum itself. Just look at the ingredients list alone, the bottle is full of skin-loving ingredients that none of them is considered as high risk in the standard EWG safety ranking. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The brand did purposely go with the design because for them it's </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">'<i>simple on the outside; WOW inside</i>', </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">regardless of how fancy or how simple the outer packaging could look like, at the end of the day, what matters the most is the ingredients inside and this whole minimalism concept reminds me of skincare brands such as The Ordinary and The Inkey List, where they go for a similar approach.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Ingredient Analysis as per usual, skip this if you're not keen to read;</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First of all, we can see a very familiar ingredient that is widely known for skin brightening- <b>Niacinamide</b>. This substance is derived from Niacin, or commonly known as Vitamin B3. The topical use of niacinamide has been effectively proven throughout various studies over the past years, not only this substance is able to brighten up the skin but it also successfully lighten melasma and hyperpigmentation spots, redness, reducing pore size, smoothen out the skin texture, fine lines and wrinkles.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There are a lot of skincare serums containing niacinamide as their key ingredient but how often we do see it being listed as one of the tops in its formula? The SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE antioxidant serum has niacinamide as their second, following aqua (water) and before glycerin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Glycerin</b> act as a skin conditioning agent as well as lowering down the viscosity of the product. It makes the serum to appear lighter in texture and appearance. Meanwhile, <b>Trehalose</b> is a type of sugar that's known to have a moisture-retaining property and it's recommended to people with dry skin. Further reading brings me to a research that was done by Yamashita H. in 2009 where he found that this particular ingredient is able to act as a natural preservative, preventing oil-based skincare products from turning rancid and have a bad odour by suppressing the formation of aldehydes. I guess it's not a bad thing to have trehalose in a skincare product right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, we have <b>Tangerine peel extract</b> and honestly, I have always been wondering why certain skincare products include this ingredient into the formulations because to my knowledge, citrus plant extractions are often known to be photosensitisers due to the fact that they are astringents, though sensitivity towards an ingredient varies among users. Despite this, a 2016 study published in the Journal Pharmacognosy Research did mention about how tangerine peel extract can be a promising antioxidant agent use in cosmetical products since it possesses a strong anti-oxidant, anti-collagenase, and anti-elastase activities. I also cannot help to wonder what is the concentration of the tangerine extract used in this serum because we all know, manufacture can't really put a high amount of essential oils into a product. So...🤷♀️.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Interesting enough the next ingredient listed for the antioxidant serum is polysaccharides found in yeast, namely <b>Beta Glucan,</b> though I doubt it's high in concentration. For further reading, I've found an e-book online written by Roger Mason [<a href="https://www.youngagain.org/books/betaglucan.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>] where you can learn everything about this skin-loving ingredient. The usage of Yeast Beta Glucan in skincare is not something new, in fact, you're able to find it in K-Beauty products such as IUNIK Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream, IUNIK Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum, JKosmmune Beta-Glucan Serum and Klairs Supple Preparation All-Over Lotion. Yeast Beta Glucan can boost out hydration levels of the skin alongside improving the skin barrier function and act as an anti-ageing ingredient.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another star ingredient that's worth mentioning is<b> Panthenol</b> (Pro-vitamin B5), it's hydrating and a moisturising agent, help to soothe dry skin. Last but not least, <b>Tocotrienol</b>,<b> </b>the premium highlighted ingredient of the serum although it's listed somewhere in the middle. SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE has already explained it in details on why they decided to use Tocotrienol instead of Tocopherol </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[here: <a href="https://sannyjoleen.com/why-antioxidant-serum/">https://sannyjoleen.com/why-antioxidant-serum/</a>]. Two types of plant oils used in the formulation; Calendula Seed Oil and Olive Oil? Why? again, it has already been explained on their website; these oils are rich in tocotrienol. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A look from the blog post written by SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE impressively explain the antioxidant serum using scientific approaches, I personally think this showcases that whoever started with the brand is already a person with strong science background because I noticed not all local skincare companies can do this. Plus, t<b>his serum is available in a lot of pharmacies</b>! You don't need to worry about it being a sketchy brand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Although the antioxidant serum is formulated with a lot of moisturising ingredients and 2 types of plant oils, it does not feel oily or greasy and I'd recommended it to all skin types. Plus, the recent Malaysian's warmer temperature called for something that's not occlusive, so I'm sure everyone would benefit from a little lighter and possibly a gel/water type skincare formula.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-<b>Slightly sticky at first, fast absorption into the skin</b>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Rather than sticky, I'd say it gives the skin a bouncy texture but of course I wouldn't deny that if I do the 'stickiness test', I can definitely see a couple of small papers stick onto the back of my palm. This situation only happened in the very beginning, which is as soon as you apply it because, in just a matter of a minute, the antioxidant serum will sink rapidly into the skin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) <b>Routine, Duration of Usage and Results</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Routine</u>: Innisfree Blueberry Rebalancing 5.5 Cleanser ➨ Nightingale Toning Peeling Pad ➨ <b>SANNY & JOLEEN LIFESTYLE Antioxidant Serum</b> ➨ Muji Moisturising Milk Moisture.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Duration of usage</u>: 3 weeks+, I use it on one side of my cheek (the other as a control group (lol), where I proceed with my daily retinol serum).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Results</u>: So okay, let's recap, this antioxidant serum promises 2 things (as printed on its box); <b>radiant glow and hydration</b>. I'm completely agreed with the second part, it's indeed hydrating. Another reason why I like about the serum is that it's <b>suitable to use under makeup</b> since there's no foundation piling going to happen. However, I did mix the serum with a silicone based foundation to see if they can combine, turns out they are not homogenous (see photo below). So my advice is to use them separately. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I couldn't really agree with the radiant glow as per claim although this is a very YMMV result. It could be the way of me using or perhaps I didn't use it enough, but as for me, I didn't notice any glow on my skin as compared to Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Needless to say, the serum is more than just a glow and hydration because adding antioxidant into self-care routine could help to neutralise free radicals that are causing oxidation stress. Prolonged usage of it would help to correct and prevent visible signs of ageing and sun damages. Plus, Vitamin E is well documented as an anti-carcinogenic property and may help to prevent skin cancer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I hope this review will give you some insights especially on all of the key ingredients listed. Thank you so much for reading and don't forget to follow me on my <a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/ieyra-h-14720725" target="_blank">Bloglovin</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ieyrahm/" target="_blank"> Instagram page</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(1) Hakozaki, T., Minwalla, L. Zhuang, J., Chhoa, M., Matsubara, A., Miyamoto, K., Boissy, R.E. (2002). <i>The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer</i>. </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">British Journal of Dermatology, 147(1), 20-31. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2133.20002.04834</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(2) Berson, D.S., Osborne, R., Oblong, J.E. Hakozaki, T., Johnson, M.B. and Bissett, D.L. (2013). <i>Niacinamide in Cosmeceuticals and Cosmetic Practice,</i></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"> P.K. Farris (Ed.). doi 10.1002/9781118384824</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(3) Ohtake, S., & Wang, Y.J. (2011). <i>Trehalose: Current Use and Future Applications</i>,</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"> Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 100(6), 2020-2053. doi: 10.1002/jps.222458.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(4) Vinita D., A., Nancy S., P., (2016), <i>Evaluation of skin anti-ageing potential of Citrus reticulata blanco. peel</i>, Pharmacognosy Research, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">8(3):160. doi: 10.4103/0974-8490.182913</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(5) Pham-Huy, L. A., He, H., & Pham-Huy C. (2008). <i>Free Radicals, antioxidants in disease and health</i>. International Journal of Biomedical Science: IJBC, 4(2), 89-96. PMID: 23875073</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">(6) Park K. (2015). <i>Role of micronutrients in skin health and function. Biomolecules & Therapeutics</i>, 23(3), 207-217. doi: 10.4062/biomolther.2015.003</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My ever-glowing sunscreen collection has welcomed a significant amount of new products in the past couple of months or so. Most are new while some of those are re-purchase for various reasons. <b>CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV</b> is a product I'd straight away put it into my shopping basket whenever Guardian Malaysia is having their 50% cosmetics sale. Lucky enough, Guardian (and Canmake) has categorised this as base makeup, hence never place it together with sunscreen </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">from other brands. You can find this often on top of the CANMAKE shelf itself.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Before I proceed to the review, here's a quick throwback of sunscreens I've tried in the past.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Physical/Mineral/Inorganic-based sunscreen:</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2019/04/DR-G-Green-Mild-Up-Sunscreen.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Chemical/Organic-based sunscreen:</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/09/biore-uv-aqua-rich-watery-essence-review.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/01/Sunplay-Skin-Aqua-Watery-Essence.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Uriage Hyseac Fluid SPF50+ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2016/02/review-uriage-hyseac-fluid-spf50.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Bio-Essence Miracle Bio Water Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/11/review-bioessence-miracle-bio-water.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Hybrid sunscreen (contain physical and chemical sun filters):</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞Guardian Sun Protection Body Lotion SPF50 PA+++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2016/12/guardian-sun-protection-body-lotion-review.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">🌞</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sunkiller Perfect Water Essence SPF50+ PA++++ [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2016/09/review-sunkiller-perfect-water-essence.html" target="_blank">LINK</a>]</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hybrid sunscreen with 5 different types of UV filters covering both UVA and UVB.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Country of Origin</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Japan</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Net Content</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">40g</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Where to Buy & Retail Price</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Japan | ¥700</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Malaysia |(Guardian & SASA) RM59.90</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Claims</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(Taken from official website)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Smooth gel without that roughness or stickiness characteristic of most sunscreen.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-The gel breaks down into a watery texture as you smooth it over your skin.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Moisturising makeup base with UV protection.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Skincare gel with 85% beautifying ingredients.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Can be used as a face primer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Use it on the body as well as on the face.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Easily portable tube format</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Apply after preparing your skin with your usual skincare routine and before the foundation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So, I'm not going to lie, CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV's purchase was a no brainer when it was on sale. Why would I pay more when I can get it at a price that's similar to what they have in Japan? :D Also, I knew I wanted to try it because it's from CANMAKE. I suppose any UV products from a brand that's famous for their cosmetics would not just be cosmetically elegant but would work well in many different kinds of foundations.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Turns out it's true. Unlike Biore UV Aqua Essence and Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Essence that I've tried before, CANMAKE <b>does not pile</b> when I apply a layer of foundation on top. When I was in South Korea last summer, I packed this sunscreen together with <i>Bourjois Air Mat foundation</i> and they both worked well to each other. I've also used this under <i>Nars Sheer Glow</i> and <i>Catrice HD Liquid Foundation</i> and all these resulting in a finish with no piling. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I do think, however, the rate of absorption plays an important role here. If the sunscreen isn't fully absorbed into the skin, any foundation would slide off because of the slippery surface. Plus, layering a heavier primer or foundation on top of a lightweight sunscreen would not make the finishing at its best condition a.k.a piling could easily happen. So, I guess I get pretty luck out with the CANMAKE sunscreen.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) <u>Moisturised.</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV sunscreen is billed as a sunscreen that would turn into <b>watery texture </b>from its gel consistency. A couple of ingredients like Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Jojoba Esters, Arginine, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide and Job's Tears Seed Oil work together to boost out the level of moisture and they are also giving the skin emollient texture. This sunscreen is <b>light, hydrating, moisturising, highly spreadable, </b>as well as it's <b>easy to use</b>. You only need to rub in slightly into the skin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you have dry skin and afraid of a sunscreen that could make your skin feeling tight, this is it (plus, it's </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">alcohol-free</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, so YAAY), if you are not a fan of tacky sunscreen, this is it, if you're a busy person, always in a rush and have no time to do a full-face morning skincare routine, this is it, CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV is a 2 in 1 product- a moisturiser as well as giving you a sun protection. I'd highly recommend it to be included in your skincare army. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) <u>A Slight Silicone Feeling.</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Just a tiny bit, nothing heavier if I'd to compare it with Biore UV Aqua Essence. Finding a silicone derivative ingredient is absolutely normal in Asian sunscreen and so does in the CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV itself; the sunscreen is formulated with <b>dimethicone</b>, mostly to provide the smooth and silky-like finish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The product has a pale <b>yellowish appearance</b>, once work into the skin, it appears into a translucent finish and this is definitely beneficial if you're a makeup wearer as it won't alter the shade of any foundation. This sunscreen is also good for people of colour. One of the downsides, however, is the shine it produces- it's going to make your face looks <b>dewy</b> but a swipe of <b>mattifying powder</b> will diminish it all. My current favourite right now is Catrice Nude Illusion Loose Powder that's available cheaply at Guardian. Or perhaps, if you want to use a CANMAKE product, may I suggest to you to get the Secret Beauty Powder? It retails for RM56.50 per pan.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'd say the<b> rate of absorption is extremely slow</b> but expected just by looking at the ingredient list; it's full of skin conditioning agents but with no alcohol. If you use this on a hot, typical Malaysian's weather that's known for higher humidity, I'd say it takes around 10 minutes before it gets fully sink into the skin. Definitely <b>not the best sunscreen to carry around if you're sweaty</b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been introduced to the sunscreen almost a year ago, every now and then, I'd buy it if it's on sale. I do like to use it at home due to its thinnest property and how well it behaves onto my skin for most of the times. In a weather condition where it's too humid and I sweat a lot, I noticed my skin will get itchy from using (YMMV!). I personally think it's <b>a good home/office sunscreen</b> or when you're under minimal sun exposure. I wouldn't recommend it for sport or if you're working under the sun; rather than the CANMAKE sunscreen, try searching for stronger, preferably cream type sunscreens because they tend to be long-lasting, waterproof and won't slide easily from the face. For that, I'm sticking with my Dr. G Green Mild Up Sunscreen I've reviewed just recently.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV is <b>mildly scented</b> and the scent does not come from fragrance/perfume, it's merely the plant extractions instead. I think this would be a good choice for those who are looking for an alcohol-free and fragrance-free sunscreen. As for now, I'd gladly use it only when I'm at home~</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hopefully, this helps! Remember to always wear sunscreen during the day regardless of the weather. Thank you so much for reading! Follow me on <a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/ieyra-h-14720725" target="_blank">Bloglovin</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ieyrahm/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for more updates!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dr.G is a beauty brand developed by Dr. Gun-Yong Ahn who has over 20 years of clinical experiences on skin restoration. He developed this brand by</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> request of his patients who wanted skincare products for daily uses after their dermatological treatments. The brand is backed by intense scientific research and development of skin science based on the famous Baumann skin types and prior to developing the products, Dr.G did a DNA analysis of 1000 people to discover the cause of sensitive skin.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Dr. G offers 4 different types of sunscreen products from the same line and the one I'm reviewing today is formulated for sensitive skin. Other variants include Deep Moist Up Sun+, Brightening Up Sun, and Airy Skin Up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">100% physical sunscreen for sensitive and delicate skin. This safe sun care product consists of EWG ingredient and physical sunscreens reflecting UV rays to protect your delicate skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-100% mineral filter</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Fresh and moist</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Protection from external harmful environment</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">50ml/1.69 fl. oz.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[Olive Young] 28,000 won</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[SASA Malaysia] RM125</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Apply a proper amount evenly for the last step of skin care.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Water, Cyclomethicone, <b>Zinc Oxide</b>, Propanediol, <b>Titanium Dioxide</b>, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3-Polydimethylsiloxyethyl, Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethyhexanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystreate, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Fructooligosaccharides, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Pullulan, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecanol, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil Unsaponifiables, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil Unsaponifiables, Glycerin, Tagetes Erecta Flower Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-4 Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Citric Acid, Tocopherol.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The sunscreen has a creamy texture and it's white in appearance. Once it dries, it will turn into colourless leaving no white cast behind. It's a fragrance-free product but it picks up the scent from plant oils and extractions, giving out a faint refreshing smell. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The plastic packaging is opaque and I think it's extremely important to have this kind of packaging for a sun care product. A see-through or transparent bottle would make the product inside becomes unstable and would diminish the efficiency of its UV blockers. As a precaution, please store this product away from the sun and in a cold, dry place. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love how Dr.G printed 'opened date' on its bottle so that we can track down the period of opening. I don't do mine because I finish my sunscreen pretty quickly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) TLDR; Holy grail. It's my current favourite sunscreen.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) <u>Gentle</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I personally prefer mineral-based sunscreens because they are really gentle to my eyes and the skin itself. No tears if I'd to put this on my eyelid, no unpleasant feeling, no burning sensation detected, also no pimple! I often get tiny bumps on the forehead whenever I first introduced to new products but I'm glad that this didn't trigger anything to happen in my experience.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) <u>No White Cast!</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now here's the number one reason why I'm calling this a HG; It leaves me with zero whiteness appearance. I love this. I don't need to think about wearing a darker shade of foundation on top or taking many more minutes just to let the SPF cream to fully sink into the skin. A physical or mineral-based sunscreen often takes time to blend in due to the bigger particles inside but this doesn't.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) <u>A Balance Texture</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When I first got it in hand, I expected the texture would be heavy and tacky like most mineral-based sunscreens but instead, I was greeted with a light, almost watery texture. It's not as liquidy and runny as <i>Biore Aqua Rich Essence</i> nor it's thick in consistency like <i>Innisfree Daily UV Protection Cream</i>. <b>Cyclomethicone </b>(second of its ingredient) is a synthetic silicone oil used largely in the formulation and that is what makes the sunscreen feels lightweight and glides easily on the skin. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) <u>Layered Well</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Out of all sunscreen types (gel, essence, spray etc.), a cream formulation would always be my favourite because they tend to work well under makeup. Sunscreen that's too dry will make the foundation looks cakey while too watery could lead to makeup pilling. This is also the reason why I'm not the biggest fan of Biore Aqua Essence and the Sunplay sunscreen I've reviewed before. Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun seems to work well with many different types of foundations I've got in my collection; for example; Maybelline FIT me! Foundation, Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation and Nars Sheer Glow. Plus, it sets into the skin pretty quickly so it won't interfere much with anything you put on top. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) <u>Suitable For Oily, Combination Skin and Humid Weather</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The finishing is matte once it dries and my skin feels hydrated minutes after. As soon as it's blended into the skin tho, it does give off a little shiny appearance, which I think it's normal for a watery-like sunscreen. I remember seeing Liah Yoo on Youtube mentioned that this sunscreen dried out her skin during the winter season. I have no idea if it would but in my opinion, the sunscreen isn't drying at all and I can definitely name at least 2 mineral-based sunscreens available in the market that are drier than this. Honestly, I do think Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun would be perfect for Malaysia's sunny and humid weather. It feels very comfortable with no silicony or occlusive feeling at all.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While the green line sunscreen from Dr.G boasts a stellar low rating of 1 and 3 from the EWG (Environment Working Group) rating (meaning that EWG recognises all of the ingredients as low in hazards), I personally think it does not have the cleanest ingredients. The formulation is loaded with numerous plant extracts and oils, making a very long ingredient list. Some are very familiar, for example; Centella Asiatica Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil and Glycine Soybean Oil but there are others I've never even heard of. Regardless, it's good to screen the ingredient first before buying and please keep in mind that not everyone shares the skin allergens. I've been using this sunscreen since the very beginning of 2019 and so far, I don't see any adverse reactions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dr.G Green Mild Up sunscreen uses <b>2 different types of sun filters</b>; Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide and both are very stable and have good safety profile. Since the finishing is cosmetically elegant, I was wondering if they decided to formulate this sunscreen with 'nanoparticles' or micronized UV filters because sunscreen that is made with this kind of ingredients would usually appear less opaque compared to traditional mineral-based sunscreen. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I think anyone looking for a lightweight, hydrating sunscreen would really appreciate the Green Mild Up Sun from Dr.G but what makes the product stand out is its no white cast appearance even though it's a mineral-based sunscreen. I love it and I'd highly recommend! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hey guys, at first I wanted to make this post a super quick one just to let you know that Hansaegee Nature is currently re-promoting the Nature S+ Recover Gold Nano CC Cream- one of their best selling products from the brand but I realised I could never make my post super short, I always have something to talk about, let it be the review (because this is what my blog is all about), sharing makeup tips and tricks (though I'm nowhere placing myself in the expert league) and analysis the ingredients (can't help about this because I come from biomedicine background). So when I got the newest version of <b>Hansaegee</b> <b>Nature S+ Recover CC Cream</b> a couple of weeks ago, I was a bit worried because I've reviewed everything on the other post [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2018/11/Hansaegee-Nature-CC-Cream-Review.html">link here</a>] and thought what else I could possibly talk about without making this post sounded the same.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was told that apart from the packaging, net content and SPF level, this upgraded Nano Gold CC Cream is pretty much similar to the older version they came out with but I do personally think it has a lot to offers and deserves to be called as A BETTER SISTER. Curious to see why? Keep on reading.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, for a recap, let's look again at what it takes for a cream to be called as a CC Cream. In the beauty industry term, CC represent <b>Complexion Corrector</b> or <b>Colour Corrector</b> and this tinted cream often come along with skin-loving properties like SPF, hydration, skin brightener and antioxidants. CC Cream is usually<b> lighter than BB Cream</b> and it has a relatively formulated with <b>higher SPF level</b>. Meanwhile, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature S+ Recover CC Cream is formulated and </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">made exclusively in South Korea</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and it has</span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> several beauty claims</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> such as colour-correct, UV protection, brightening and smoothen out the skin. I've previously talked about all these in my previous review [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2018/11/Hansaegee-Nature-CC-Cream-Review.html" target="_blank">here</a>].</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Noted that Hansaegee Nature CC Cream is completely </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">vegan</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and a </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Muslim-friendly</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> product. The packaging is now changed from being a plastic tube that came with a pump to something that is squeezable- sturdy, a better quality of plastic but firm enough to give out the product through its nozzle when pressed. </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Net content is 50ml</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, 15ml more than its previous packaging. I'd like to point out that despite this CC cream being stored in a squeeze bottle, the formulation is not runny, in fact, </span><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">almost</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> similar to before. Hansaegee Nature also decided to increase the SPF level from SPF35+ to <b>SPF50+ PA+++.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, 4-Methybenzylidene Camphor, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Niacinamide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethyhexanoate, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Silica, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Cross polymer, CI 77492, CI 77491, Allantoin, Fragrance, CI 77499 (Mica), Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Sodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Callus Culture Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Colloidal Gold.</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I noticed the formulation isn't 100% similar but core ingredients are still the same. By right, manufacturers are required to listed down ingredients according to the order of their concentrations and the first five ingredients typically become the bulk of its formulation. That is why I always find reading cosmetic label appears to be interesting and fascinating because it does say a lot about what kind of things I could be expecting from the product itself. For example, <i><b>Titanium Dioxide (TiO2)</b></i>, listed as the fourth ingredient inside this Nano Gold CC Cream is a substance widely used in cosmetics formulation as a UV absorber and brightening agent due to its high refractive index and excellent opacifying properties. From this, I can tell that the CC Cream is apparently going to whiten up my skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some people do seek for a whitening product when doing their makeup but some don't, especially among people with deeper skin tones. And to this, Hansaegee Nature already stated that their product will eventually resemble the original skin colour due to the presence of its tiny coloured pigments. I</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> think the key word we are looking here is </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">'<i>the correct application with right amount of product</i>' </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and that is why in my previous review, I've stated my personal recommended ways of using it; <i>the more you use, the more brighten/whiten your face will be</i>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Titanium Dioxide isn't the only UV filter found in the formulation, there are at least 5 other chemical UV filters working together to shield the skin from harmful sun rays and they are; <b><i>Butyl Methoxydibenzoymethane, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate</i> </b>and<b> <i>4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor</i></b>. These UV filters are able to provide broad-spectrum coverage. Meanwhile, <i><b>Niacinamide</b></i> and <i><b>adenosine</b></i> are both popular ingredients for skin brightening.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Noted that the CC cream is also formulated with <b>Colloidal Gold</b>, which is basically gold in nanoparticles size suspended in a water medium. A smaller size of gold in low concentration is preferable because too much of it could lead to toxicity. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">According to [</span><a href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/M_Fazal-Ur-Rehman/publication/331452854_Scope_of_Nanotechnology_in_Cosmetics_Dermatology_and_Skin_Care_Products/links/5c797038299bf1268d309204/Scope-of-Nanotechnology-in-Cosmetics-Dermatology-and-Skin-Care-Products.pdf" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">] study of nanotechnology in cosmetics, colloidal gold is a luxurious ingredient that is often used in anti-ageing skincare products for its antibacterial and antifungal properties while [</span><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20661676" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">this</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">] study over here mentioned that nanogold particles are able to help in improving blood circulation, skin rejuvenating and elasticity as well as reducing the formation of wrinkles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've run through the ingredient list on Skincharisma.com and noticed that the CC cream is categorised as <b>fungal acne (Malassezia) safe</b>, which I'm grateful of. It's also alcohol-free, sulfate-free and contained no EU allergens. For those who are sensitive to silicone, you might want to avoid this CC cream because <b>Cyclopentasiloxane</b> is used widely in the formulation.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Cites:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. Hameed A., Fatima R., Malik K., & Muqadas A. (2019), <i>Scope of Nanotechnology in Cosmetics: Dermatology and Skin Care Products</i>, Journal of Medicinal and Chemical Sciences, (2),9-16. DOI: 10.26655/jmchemsci.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. Fathi-Azarbayjani A., Qun L., Chan Y.W., & Cjan S.Y. (2010). <i>Novel Vitamin and Gold-Loaded Nanofiber Facial Mask for Topical Delivery. </i>AAPS PharmSciTech, 11(3), 1164-1170. DOI: 10.1208/s12249-010-9475-z</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I personally feel that the new upgraded version of Gold Nano CC Cream is <b>more emollient</b> and well blended compared to its precursor, making it easy to squeeze out from the bottle as well as easier to apply by using just fingertips. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Besides that, it also contained </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">a higher amount of coloured pigments </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(refer to the third picture below) making it much suitable for all skin tones, you cannot be easily overdone with the brightening effect. I find this interesting since the cream has a higher SPF level and Titanium Dioxide is used largely in the formulation yet the brightening effect is mild to almost nothing if you blend it correctly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. You can also mix it with your own preferable foundation or concealer for greater coverage. Plus, it has SPF50+ and can act as a secondary layer of sunscreen. I would highly, highly recommend you wear a sunscreen underneath the CC cream because the cream alone won't possibly be enough block all the harmful UV rays because bare in mind this is a hybrid of makeup+skincare product and it's not purely a sunscreen. Having to say that, I wouldn't recommend you to apply this at night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5. This CC cream works as a makeup base. It brings intensity to eyeshadows, bronzers and blushers if you would to put this underneath as a base. This is due to its gripping and slightly stickiness properties.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Get free shipping and a free gift if you purchase the CC cream right now. You can also check out the previous post I've blogged about for more in-depth reviews. I hope this review was helpful to give you some insight about this new product and helped to clear up the differences between the older and newest version of this CC cream. Feel free to follow my </span><a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/ieyra-h-14720725" target="_blank">bloglovin</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ieyrahm/?hl=en" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> for updates. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Our country in the last phase of the north-east monsoon meaning that we are currently experiencing rising in temperature due to a lesser amount of rainfall compared to previous months. Temperatures continue to soar and a certain number of areas are on the heatwave alert. Many days, I find myself sleeping with the ceiling fan sets on its full blast, the fastest way it can rotate. Sometimes I sleep in a room which unfortunately isn't mine with the air conditioner on. Sometimes, I can't sleep at all, tossing and turning in bed, struggling as I sweeping the sweat. How do you adjust yourself throughout these hottest days? Has your skincare routine changed?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ditching any occlusive creams that often used at night before sleeping seems like a good move. I wanted a cream that has a lightweight texture as opposed to the J.One Hana Cream I was previously using but at the same time, able to deliver moisturising effect to the areas on my face that need it the most. And friends, here was where Muji Moisturising Milk came into my life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>"MUJI skincare products are designed to help you achieve two goals: to maintain your skin's original beauty in the face of today's complex environmental stresses and to help you make the time to get to know your own skin by caring for it yourself"</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Known for being a minimalist design retail company from houseware, clothes to beauty products, Muji isn't new to our local market. The shop has been around since 2012 and it has a great following across the nation and this includes its own nearly-completed skincare range. I forgot to take pictures when I was in the store but from the leaflet I have with me right now, I can see that Muji sells a variety of face cleansers, toners, moisturisers, body care products, sheet masks and also some beauty tools. I know Muji has some great cotton puffs that I've been dying to try but as an introduction, I decided to pick up its moisturiser from the 'Moisture' line as well as its toner. Apart from 'Moisture', which I believe catered to people with combination skin, Muji also offered its skincare range in 'Light' (for oily skin) and High Moisture (for dry skin).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Click [<a href="https://www.muji.com/storelocator/?c=my" target="_blank">this</a>] link to see Muji's store locations across Malaysia that I believe only located within Kuala Lumpur area. For the price, its moisturiser comes in 3 different sizes and 'High Moisture' products appeared to be slightly expensive than the rest of them in the same categories. I got mine in the smallest size, in case it didn't work.</span></div>
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200ml - RM39.90</div>
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400ml - RM65.90</div>
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Water, DPG, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, PEG-32, Squalane, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycosyl Trehalose, Hydrolysed Starch, Purslane extract, Olive Fruit Oil, Polyquaternium-51, Grapefruit fruit extract, Arginine, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acid Citrate, Phenoxyethanol. [<a href="https://www.skincarisma.com/products/muji/moisturising-milk-moisture/ingredient_list" target="_blank">skincarisma analysis</a>]</div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I started out using Muji Moisturising Milk sparingly for a couple of weeks ago and most of the time, I prefer to use it during my night routine. Just like its name, this moisturiser has a <b>milky texture</b> that is super <b>lightweight</b> and melts into the skin upon contact makes it perfect to use in the summer months or hot climate countries like mine.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Even for dry-skin people, warm weather day and night would potentially increase the oil production on the face, left alone if you are naturally oily or oily-combination to begin with, you wouldn't want to be slathering on a waxy moisturiser that feels suffocated and will make you sweat a lot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The texture does not solidify as a gel cream would do but not as runny as watery toners since it has a higher viscosity than water. Saying so, I have no problems with dispensing the product out of its bottle.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another bonus point for this moisturiser is the finishing- it's </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">matte, non-greasy </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">as shown in the picture above and that being said, this Moisturising Milk would make an </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">excellent base for makeup</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Wearing a suitable layer of moisturiser underneath a foundation is always appreciated to make the base makeup looks seamless- be it during a bridal makeup session or on a daily basis and what's more good than patting something that dries at instant on a busy day.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you love products formulated without alcohol but could sink into the skin at a fast rate, you would like this. The milky moisturiser also <b>contained a lot of humectants and skin conditioning agents</b>, for example, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, PEG-32, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Arginine and Allantoin. There are <b>2 plant extractions</b> (grapefruit and purslane weed) used inside the formulations but both are listed towards the end of the list so I couldn't care less. Meanwhile, olive oil is used largely for this moisturiser, it could be a <b>trigger warning</b> for those who have active acne. Another thing I'd like to point out is that the moisturiser would not leave the skin a smoother feeling despite it contains ingredients I've mentioned about. It's <b>hydrating</b>, yes but perhaps since it does not have any silicon-based ingredients, it would not make the skin feels smooth like baby skin. It could be <b>tacky</b> at first, then again it's also depending on the amount of product applied onto the skin. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Strangely, I couldn't think of any major drawbacks for this product. I'd rate it</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> 4.5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ out of 5, minus 0.5 because it doesn't blow me away in a shocking rate but heck, Muji Milky Moisturiser stays true to what it claimed to do and that matters the most. It's a lightweight yet hydrating moisturiser, perfect to be used during hot weather.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You must have heard of Marie Kondo by now- the Japanese organisational consultant who has her own show playing on Netflix, as well as the author to the best-selling book, <i>The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up</i>. Inspired by a couple of her videos that I've watched online and also,</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeinjeneral/?hl=en" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">@lifeinjeneral</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> account</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> on Instagram, I spent the whole month of January to declutter and tidying up my room. It was pretty exhausting but I felt satisfied and accomplished at the same time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As seen in the above picture, I've got a huge box of A4 papers that I used when I was moving out from a house and a couple more of other boxes, all filled with empties. First of all, you need to know that I collected them up until a certain amount because I wanted to send them to <b>recycle centre</b>. I used to do this monthly (see my previous empties posts on the blog) but ever since I've been practising a /almost/ minimalist beauty routine, I found that I didn't have a lot of things to use and to throw up, so I stopped blogging about empties and hold onto more bottles and jars before sending them away.</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">1) Daiso Detergent for Puff and Sponge</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Daiso Makeup Brush Cleaner</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Cheap and effective. No funky smell and doesn't dry out my brushes and sponges. I've been using them for years and will continue to buy and use them as long as they are still available in our local Daiso. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) AQUTOP Perfect Clean Cleansing Foam</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4) Hada Labo Face Wash Lab Cleansers</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5) Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Facial Wash Gel</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My top recommendation is Hada Labo face wash in the yellow bottle because it's low in pH but cleanses the face like what a higher pH could do. Less is more with AQUTOP face cleanser [full review: <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2018/01/Aqutop-Perfect-Clean-Cleansing-Foam-Review.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>] because you would need a pea-sized dot for the whole face and dare I say, it's the most moisturising face cleanser I've tried in my life despite its high pH value. For Simple Facial Gel that I used in my AM routine, I simply decided to stop buying it after I discovered a better option but I do have a review on it earlier on my blog.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>6) Garnier Micellar Water</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>7) Purevivi Cleansing Lotion</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>8) The Saem Healing Tea Garden Tea Tree Cleansing Water</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>9) Bifesta Cleansing Lotions</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>Which one I like the best and why?</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Bifesta and The Saem b</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ecause they cleanse effectively and extremely gentle to my eyes. Bifesta is the gentles one I find after Bioderma Sensibio which happens to be my holy grail product. It also requires me lesser cotton pads applications compared to others.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Garnier! Always on sale plus it's easily accessible in Malaysia. This is followed by The Saem, it was around 5500 won (less than RM20) when I got it from one of their street shop located in Myeongdong. Used to be available in Althea for the cheapest price too but now no longer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>10) Nail polishes from Elianto, The Face Shop and Revlon</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When I did my room cleaning, I decided to throw these out and only kept a few bottles that I think I would use in the future though I had reached a point in my life many, many months ago where I realised nail polishes are simply not for me. Instead of nail polishes from Elianto, what I'd gladly recommend from the shop is their Korean-made polish remover that smells good and not drying. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>11) Tesco My Senses Shower Gel</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>12) The Good Stu Shower Gel</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When it comes to the things I use in the shower, I both splurge and try my best to find the cheapest deal out there. I like Tesco My Senses Shower gel (1 litre) because of its price, it's less than RM7 and sometimes when I'm lucky enough, I can find it at Tesco for RM4.90. Though it's affordable, it doesn't smell funky or heavily filled with fragrances. If you like sweet, go for Strawberry and Permanganate, Goat's Milk is more moisturising than the rest of the gels. My personal favourite? Peach and Honey because it is calming and somewhat reminds me of a shower gel that I could get in a decent hotel room (in order words, it's not bad). Meanwhile, I got The Good Stu in Satsuma and Banana on a clearance sale at Watsons. They weren't that bad but not my favourites either due to their strong, overwhelming fruity smells that were just too much for my nose.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>13) Revlon Colorstay Foundation</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>14) Revlon Age Defying Foundation</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>15) Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>16) Covo HD Picturesque HD Foundation</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>17) Sendayu Tinggi Loose Powder</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation, though I never find my true colour selection within the shade range. I have fallen in love with its peachy scent, non-drying formula albeit it could be a problem if you have dry skin, easy application using both face brush and a damp beauty sponge but most importantly, I love how it makes my skin looks like. This is the ONLY drugstore foundation that could make my skin near to flawless without being cakey [full review: <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/01/review-bourjois-healthy-mix-foundation.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>] </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Close to it is Revlon- this foundation is beyond amazing for a drugstore level but I'd only suggest it if you have oily skin type [full review: <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/09/review-revlon-colorstay-foundation.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>] COVO is a local brand that we used to have it in Voir, the packaging reminds me a lot of the ever-famous MakeupForever HD foundation, which to my surprise, I did enjoy using Covo more than I enjoy the latter foundation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>18) Makeup products that I have finished and some are beyond their expiring dates</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Maybelline Instant Age Rewind. I'm using my third tube right now, going to my forth. Can be hard to blend sometimes though I enjoy its creamy but weightless consistency, almost never settle into my undereyes fine lines.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Essence I Love Extreme Mascara. I have no idea whether it's still available in our Watsons but I personally enjoyed the outcomes. I believe it contained fibres hence it coats the lashes and make them appears longer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Revlon Eyeshadow. One of the very first drugstore eyeshadow I owned. I thought I have thrown it away until last January when I did the cleanup. It was one of the worst quality product out there with zero pigmentations.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>19) BCL AHA Oil Cleanser</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>21) Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Toner</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>22) Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>23) Bio-essence Miracle Bio Water Cooling Sunscreen SPF50+</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>24) Cosrx One Step Pimple Clear Pad</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Left alone the Biore UV Aqua Rich, all of the items featured in this picture are something that I enjoyed using and I'd gladly repurchase; the cleansing oil from a Japanese brand is so effective in removing heavy makeup so it saddens me to pass it along because I can no longer find it in Guardian. I used Nixoderm when I had severe breakouts but ever since my skin has become better, I can't seem to find the use of it any longer so I'm getting rid of it. Kiehl's toner is not anything near special but it does work well on my skin providing hydration at its finest. I've talked about Bio-essence sunscreen [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/11/review-bioessence-miracle-bio-water.html" target="_blank">here</a>], so you can check that out whilst for Cosrx Pimple Pad, it's my ultimate skincare favourite that helps a lot in improving my overall skin condition. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is a staple among beauty bloggers out there but it never seemed to work on my skin. While I do enjoy its lightweight consistency and cosmetically elegant finish, this Japanese suncreen interferes with my makeup A LOT since it can be hard to dry due to our humid tropical weather. It just piles and piles and piles, not to mention it doesn't go well with foundations that have heavier consistency. Also, I'm not a fan of its silicony finish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Expensive but doesn't work- that's my general statement for Elizabeth Arden's skincare line 🤷♀️</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And that concludes the products I was passing along last January. Without a doubt, the beauty industry does contribute to plastic waste, I myself use a lot of products whereby most of them are my basic necessity but it's not something that I'm proud of. I don't know, I just feel like sometimes we, as the consumers are simply left with no greener options because plastic is so commonly used in retail to pack beauty products so I guess the best thing I can do right now is to recycle.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> And please recycle! it saddens me when I see empties videos where the person just threw away their skincare products into a dust bin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hopefully, we will get more sustainable and "clear-beauty" products in the very near future. As for late 2018 and ongoing 2019, I've been doing this challenge of living a minimalist beauty routine and so far it has been good! I don't overhaul, only buy things I needed, more empties and pans because panning a product is so satisfying! Thank you for taking the time to read my blog post today, I hope it gave you some insight to the products I've been finishing up and I will speak to you again soon!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As I've mentioned on my Instagram post and stories (follow me if you haven't already), I caught a nasty cold in early October and spent the whole month coughing my lungs out. One thing I have struggled with throughout the recovering phase is how to make myself presentable- I have to meet people, I have to do the work but at the same time, it's exhausting to put an extra effort in doing my makeup routine like I always do. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I still want to make myself feel good, just because I feel terrible on the inside, doesn't mean that I need to look like it on the outside, right? 😊. Hansaegee Nature contacted me almost a month ago and asked if I'd like to give some thoughts on their CC cream and since I seek for a quick, "no-makeup" makeup look and a routine that would not take much of my time, I thought why not? it could be the perfect time for me to test it out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">TL;DR: it's an all-in-one skincare and makeup product smash up in a tube.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">CC cream is like the improved version of BB cream that often comes along with skin benefit properties like SPF, brightening agent and antioxidants though generally, it carries the meaning of "colour correcting" cream. This is because the main purpose of a CC cream is to treat discolourisation (dullness and redness). It definitely served a different purpose than a generic foundation or a BB cream. CC cream is recommended for all skin types due to its skincare-like ingredients and often formulated with fewer silicons and less oily texture.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Apart from <b>Hansaegee Nature S+Recover Gold Nano CC Cream</b> that I'll be reviewing today, there are a lot of CC creams in the market you can find at a wide variety of finishes and coverages, for example, Erborian High Definition Radiance CC Cream, It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream, Innisfree Real Skin CC Cream, Banila Co. It Radiant CC Cream and Clio Water Me Please CC Cream. The only product in the same category I've used prior to this is the CC Cushion Intense Cover from The Face Shop.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><b>Hansaegee Nature S+Recover Gold Nano CC Cream</b></i></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Where to Get/How to Buy?</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Official Shop Link- </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><a href="https://hansaegee.com/shop/skin-care/gold-nano-cc-cream/s-recover-cc-cream.html">https://hansaegee.com/shop/skin-care/gold-nano-cc-cream/s-recover-cc-cream.html</a></u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Price: RM99</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Content: 35ml</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My experience: shipping only took one day (very fast!) and they shipped out the item using Pos Laju. You can get free delivery within Malaysia for the purchase of RM70 and above.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>About Hansaegee Nature</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hansaegee Nature is a skincare brand based in Malaysia and all of their products are made in South Korea. The word "Hansaegee" brings the meaning of "Korea Century". It's not my first time hearing about the brand because a local bridal makeup artist that I've been following closely loves to use Hansaegee Nature products on her clients, plus, this company isn't new- they have been around since 2011! Their best selling product is actually the one that I'll be reviewing today which is the S+Recover Gold Nano CC Cream. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Official Website: <a href="http://www.hansaegee.com/shop">www.hansaegee.com/shop</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hansaegeenature/" target="_blank">@hansaegeenature</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/HansaegeeNature">www.facebook.com/HansaegeeNature</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Youtube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HansaegeeNatureMalaysia">youtube.com/HansaegeeNatureMalaysia</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This CC Cream makes your skin look sleek and luminous while keeping it moist all day long. It has skincare and makeup benefits, with emulsion powder in the cream softly applied onto the skin, your face will stay bright and healthy without any oiliness. Nano-gold soothes skin troubles making your face look natural as ever. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Claims</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Correct and balance skin tone colour naturally.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Makes skin looks natural.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Gives sun protection of SPF30 PA++</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Brightening effect.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Prevent ageing skin and increases skin elasticity.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Glowing skin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Smoothen out the skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Moisturising.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Relieves skin trouble.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>Suitable For?</b></u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All skin type.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">These days my skin is <b>normal-dry</b>, definitely <b>dehydrated</b>, hence my pores are big looking. I have a couple of hyperpigmentation and sun spots that are red in colours </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and they need extra effort to conceal but at most time, I don't try to hide them. Hansaegee Nature was kind enough to give </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b class="">3 </b><b>weeks</b> of trial period before writing down the review.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Packaging</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The product is housed in a <b>medium-sized plastic tube</b> and has a small<b> nozzle</b> opening which I'm approving because packaging like this is convenient for dispensing a cream that has a thickness to it. CC cream inside will not be leaked easily and the nozzle is also dispersing the right amount of product in a single pump. Hansaegee Nature S+Recover tube comes in a <b>gold colour appearance</b> to indicate the nanogold particles. It also has a good amount of <b>opaqueness</b> since the cream inside contains SPF30+ and anything with a clear packaging will make the UV filters to become unstable.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With clean <b>fingertips</b> in the morning after cleansing.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">How my AM routine looks like from start to end (October 2018):</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(1) J.One Jelly Cleanser</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(2) Mario Badescu Rose Water</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(3) Dr. G Green Mild Up Sunscreen SPF50+</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(4) <b>Hansaegee Nature S+ Recover Gold Nano Cream</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(5) Continue with makeup routine</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredients</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Below is the list of ingredients;</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Mineral Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propylene Glycol, Water, Titanium Dioxide, 4-Methybenzylidene Camphor, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethyhexanoate, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, CI77499 (Mica), CI77491, Silica, Allantoin, Fragrance, CI77499, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Callus Culture Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Lecithin, Colloidal Gold.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredient Analysis</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. First off, let me tell you that the ingredients listed are free from any animal sources and it's totally a <b>Muslim friendly product</b>. It's also paraben-free, sulfate-free, alcohol-free, EU allergen-free and fungal-acne (Malassezia) safe.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. Three ingredients highlighted on their official websites are;</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Mineral Water - keep skin pH balance, increase skin elasticity </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨<i>Ipomoea hederacea</i> callus culture extract- anti-bacterial effect, relive skin trouble</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Colloidal Gold- prevent ageing skin, block far-infrared radiation and have high antioxidative activity</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. This CC cream largely consists of solvents (water, mineral water), silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone) which explains the smooth texture and its ability to use as a makeup primer, 3 UV filters and humectants (propylene glycol, butylene glycol). There's also <b>niacinamide</b> and <b>allantoin</b> in the middle of the ingredient list, the former is used in a lot of brightening skincare products while the former is a well-researched ingredient that promotes skin healing and used as an anti-irritant product. The rest of the ingredients mainly have skin conditioning properties and there are also several plant extractions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4. Almost all of the ingredients are listed as "low-risk" according to EWG Health Rating standard. The only ingredient that's not friendly is 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor (Enzacamene); an organic UV(B) absorber but bare in mind, not everyone reacts the same towards a certain ingredient. The SPF is listed as 30+ and Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate and Titanium Dioxide are the other two ingredients that help to block harmful UV rays from the sun. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5. Based on the ingredients alone, you're able to see the difference between CC cream and BB cream or a foundation 😁.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>My thoughts</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">TL;DR:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Coverage= natural.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Finishing= radiant or minimum sheen.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Texture= cream.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Consistency= light to medium, it closely resembles the texture of a physical sunscreen.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨Oilyness= zero.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">✨White Cast= zero to minimum.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This Korean made CC cream has an <b>easy application</b> with just blending it out using fingers. It will be good if you are a beginner in makeup or someone who doesn't have the accessibility to makeup tools. It can be useful for touch up too and I'm thinking of something that you could bring inside your bag and use it after prayers in between work.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Upon squeezing it out from the tube, you can see that the cream is white in colour and has a lot of tiny brown capsules. Interestingly, when you blend it out, the cream will turn into brownish colour, similar to a foundation. It will leave a moisten and glowing looking finish that's able to resemble your original skin colour if you blend it out properly with the right amount of product. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>My recommended usage</b>:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-1 pump for natural finishing.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-2 to 3 pumps for brightening up effect.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The <b>natural finish</b> is partnered with a <b>light coverage</b> that will tone down the redness of your skin. Bigger bumps or imperfections will need concealer or foundation to complete the flawless look but if you prefer natural finishing, this Gold Nano CC Cream is really good to be used by its own. Meanwhile, the scent is soft and not overpowering at all, lovely!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, let's discuss its <b><u>texture and consistency</u></b>;</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It has a moisturiser thickness, not too light as a hydrating moisturiser but not as heavy as an occlusive moisturiser, let's say the Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream that I did a review before. On the makeup point of view, it's less lightweight than watery foundation and this CC Cream is definitely less oily than almost all foundation or BB creams I've tried. The best comparison I can give is; <b>the texture reminds me a lot of a physical sunscreen</b>! I took my hand swatch for a water test, and it seems to be <b>waterproof</b>. You can see a lot of water droplets on a small part of my hands covered with Hansaegee Nature CC Cream.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One thing that surprised me the most is how this CC cream is <b>able to minimise pores appearance, </b>hence making my skin looks smooth. You can totally see differences in the picture below. This will smoothen out your skin and ready for the next layering.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another point I'd like to highlight is using Hansaegee Nature CC cream as a primer. It's actually no stranger that CC cream is designed to be a <b>makeup primer</b>, but this item I'm talking about here is A REALLY GOOD PRIMER! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You guys remember some time ago when the beauty industry got shook after Nivea After Shave Balm? It works so well because it has glycerin and a sticky consistency to it. The finishing of this CC Cream reminds me a lot of the sticky primer in the market that serves a purpose of making your <b>makeup looks vibrant and long-lasting</b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Put any blusher or bronzing/contouring powders on top of this Gold Nano CC Cream and they will stick, your </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">makeup will last all day</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. I prefer to apply this cream using </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">fingertips</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> because the product will be slightly warmed and therefore can avoid the CC cream layer to be patchy or clings onto dry patches.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This product <b>brightens up</b> the dull hues that I have during my sick days WITHOUT making overall complexion looks grey or ashy. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Titanium Dioxide particles, apart from being a great sun filter for sensitive skin, it's also a common ingredient added to brightening and tone up cream. I cannot guarantee if the 'natural finishing' would work the same on a very deep skin tone, there's probably a minimum white cast. So, what I'd recommend is to add this to your foundation and mix it well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It's not recommended to store the product in a place with high or low temperature and has a direct exposure to sunlight. This is due to the active sun filters formulated inside. Since the cream almost resembles a physical sunscreen and has a waterproof property, I'd recommend using double cleansing method to remove the cream from your face.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">At a price of nearly RM100, Hansaegee Nature CC Cream is on the pricier side tho but you'll get the gold, like pure gold. Other famous gold-based skincare products such as </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Alpha-H Liquid Gold, Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Mask, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Farsali<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Rose Gold Elixer and Omorovicza Gold Flash Firming Serum are also on the heavier </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">price tags.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Overall, this is great for those who's looking for an all-in-one makeup and skincare base product and since the finishing is natural, it's suitable for beginners. I'd definitely recommend giving it a chance and at least experiment with it to see what it will do on your skin. You might be surprised! I know I was. Also, I'm so</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> glad that Hansaegee Nature S+ Recover Gold Nano CC Cream sticks mostly to what's its claimed 👍</span></div>
ieyra h.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12995980891417023746noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341298227331706571.post-9154890237701138192018-10-07T12:45:00.000+08:002018-10-07T12:52:30.112+08:00I Went Shopping<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Judging by how many of you guys checked in here the last time I posted, there are still plenty of lovely readers out there still clicking and reading my content, so I thought I'd pop in again to share one of my latest shopping hauls. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Yes haulS as in, I have two. One is from SkyAvenue Sephora that I'll be </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">blogging about it today, second is from my recent South Korea trip.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have had some free last month before my holiday, so I decided to go to Genting SkyAvenue and the trip was awesome. I've been to Genting Premium Outlet many times but it didn't cross into my mind to take a ride with Awana Skyway (cable car) and go to the huge mall up across the hill. The whole cable car journey took roughly about 10 minutes and there's a free stop at Chin Swee Temple. I'd recommend you to buy the ticket (standard gondola one-way individual: RM8 per tix) for both ways at Sky Avenue Ticket Counter to save time queuing when you want to return back to GPO.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And while you're at Genting SkyAvenue, don't forget to visit the lights and sounds performance via SkySymphony at the centre of the ball. I went straight to Sephora after asking for the direction from one of the employees working at DUFRY- this is another great place to stop by if you want to get tax-free skincare products from brands like Sulwhasoo, Whoo, Laneige, Sum37 and Shiseido.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you're looking for a lightweight and natural finish foundation, the <u><b>Tarte Rainforest of Sea Water (RM154)</b></u><b> </b>is the way to go and will be right up on your alley. It's described as a hydrating full-coverage foundation that has SPF15 with Titanium Oxide and Zinc Oxide as the sun filters. I've tried it and so far, I can say that it provides sheer to medium coverage on its first layer. I'd recommend you to apply this using a buff brush not sponge due to its thinnest texture. I wear this when I want a natural makeup look. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">NARS is brand in my opinion that can hardly ever get wrong when it comes to makeup. You could literally buy anything from them and fall in love. My most favourite product from NARS is the Sheer Glow Foundation that seems to have a couple of drawbacks. One of them is the pump issue, you need to buy it separately. <u><b>NARS Foundation Pump</b></u> is priced at RM19. I also needed a concealer that would able to define my brows and the <u><b>Soft Matte Complete Concealer (RM108)</b></u> looked like the sort of texture I was after. This type of cream concealer is thick, provides great coverage so it's most suitable for spot concealing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Before Breena Beauty came out with its Blending Pearl, I literally could not live without Beauty Blender sponges. I have the pros one (Black) and it still makes me sad that I lost one of it when I was on a vacation. Decided to pick up a new one recently at Sephora. I've read that the <b><u>Original Beauty Blender-Queen Beauty Original (RM93)</u></b> is slightly different than their pro version, so I'm excited to try. Compare to the sponge coming from the brand I've mentioned previously, Beauty Blender is a tiny bit harder when it comes to application which works well with a concentrated or thick product. It lasted on me for quite some time too, so you're definitely paying the price for its quality.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Love me some Soap & Glory products! If you have been following me for a while, you would know that <b><u>Scrub 'Em and Leave 'Em</u></b> is a repurchase! I enjoy using this and most likely will continue buying because it's scented with one of my favourite scent from the brand. The full review is [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2014/06/soap-glory-scrub-em-and-leave-em.html" target="_blank">here</a>]!</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Okay, this is extra. I didn't get this from Genting SkyAvenue but Sephora Shah Alam instead. Just a couple of days before I left to Seoul, I tried to find my backups for <u style="font-weight: bold;">Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray (RM66-travel size)</u>, but they were nowhere to be found, so since I needed to go to UITM Shah Alam for some errands, I stopped by Sephora and got this. It's the best!- if you didn't know already and I'd highly recommend this item if you want to make your makeup long-lasting. You can click this [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/01/review-urban-decay-all-nighter-setting-spray.html" target="_blank">link</a>] for the full review of UD All Nighter together with its ingredients analysis.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was also able to redeem<b> Fresh Rose Deep Hydrating skincare set</b> that consists of the ever famous Rose Wash Off Mask, Soy Face Cleanser, Rose Floral Toner and Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream. So yay for more samples and I got them for free! All these would be my first ever skincare products from the brand and look forward to including them into my daily routine. I have no plan to keep them for travel because it's something that I rarely do and I still have a lot of miniatures products I need to use before they gone bad. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Wishlist.</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Okay so my wallet isn't full right now and I'm not sure if I want to participate this time around BUT a girl can dream! I have a couple of items in my wishlist and I thought of sharing them with you guys. The first one is <u style="font-weight: bold;">Blith's Instant Glowing Cream (RM168).</u> I wanted the priming cream because I've seen local MUAs using it onto their clients and I feel like I can get easily persuaded by them. It kinda reminds me of the newest glowing cream from Missha. Next item is <u style="font-weight: bold;">Herbivore Botanicals Pink Clay Exfoliating Mask (RM99)</u> that contains French clay, rosehip oils and chamomile flowers as their notable ingredients. I look forward to this because I really want to branch out and try out things from Western beauty brands compared to Korean. Last but not least is a palette from Huda Beauty, called the Desert Dusk Eyeshadow Palette (RM275, I haven't personally tried or even swatched it but the palette get rave reviews and it looks so dreamy! Most of the eyeshadow colours are the ones that I don't have in my current collection. So maybe, I should really buy this!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">From working with celebrities for the red carpet to filming scenes, brides and grooms for their special days, models for their endless photo shoots and doll-ing up clients for various events- makeup artists do know their stuff and they are pretty much tote a lot of similar products in their kits. Here are a few products our local makeup artists swear by.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>💜MOISTURISER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) True Island Honey Bee Venom Multi Solution Cream | <a href="https://www.nafura.my/products/HONEY-BEE-VENOM-MULTI-SOLUTION-CREAM-(SOLD-IN-BUNDLE-OF-20--RM78-EACH)/189" target="_blank">RM78</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Bobbi Brown Hydrating Face Cream</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Bobbi Brown Hydrating Eye Cream | RM215</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">True Island is a Korean cosmetics brand and it becomes well-known locally after it was brought in by Nafura, the makeup artist. Although I do not own it, I've tried the sample before and swatched it many times at the back of my hand during makeup classes and when I visited VitaCare Pharmacy. It has a gel-like texture, very moisturising, takes a bit of time before sinking into the skin and I'd recommend it if you have dry-combination skin. The moisturiser can be too heavy if you have oily skin or sweat a lot.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, I've seen MUA like Nuex Rosli and Syedewa applying moisturiser and eye cream from Bobbi Brown onto their clients. The moisturiser is described as 'rich yet lightweight formula' and claimed to be ideal for layering under makeup. Bobbi Brown eye cream is something I bought recently, let me know if you want me to review it in details.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜PREP WATER</b></u></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Fix + | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13825/32212/products/skincare/primers/prep-prime-fix" target="_blank">RM94</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/smashbox-photo-finish-primer-water/v/115ml" target="_blank">RM135</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>FACE PRIMER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Laura Mercier Foundation Primer (Oil-Free and Radiance) | RM179</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Make Up For Ever Primer Step 1 (Hydrating and Mattifying) | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/make-up-for-ever-shine-control-primer/v/30ml" target="_blank">RM169</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Hope Girl Magic Skin Primer | <a href="https://www.nafura.my/products/MAGIC-SKIN-PRIMER-(RM95.00-EACH-SOLD-IN-BUNDLE-OF-3)/158" target="_blank">RM95</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Laura Mercier Radiance primer is a long-standing favourite of MUA not only locally but international too. It does work on me but not the entire time, so I personally think it's a so-so product. However, since most people finding this works, I personally recommend it if you have dry or dull skin. If you're oily to combination, choose oil-free or the hydrating version that would suit your skin a lot more.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Make Up For Ever also comes out with a variety of primers and each of them caters to different skin problems. You can use Hydrating if your skin is dry while Mattifying is designed for oily skin. Hope Girl Magic Skin Primer is closer to Benefit Porefessional in comparison. It helps to blur out the pores and making the foundation glides easily onto skin. For your information, Hope girl and True Island came from the same Korean company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>FOUNDATION</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Nars Sheer Glow Foundation | RM174</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation | RM183</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Foundation | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/estee-lauder-double-wear-stay-in-place-makeup-spf-10/v/1n2-ecru" target="_blank">RM165</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Nars Sheer Glow Foundation is, without doubt, a beloved formula among bridal makeup artists for its lightweight but buildable formula, satin finishing that it gives and how long-lasting it can be so that the makeup can survive throughout the wedding day. However, based on my personal experience, you need to prep your skin well because it has the tendency to be clinging on dry patches. Earlier of the year, Nars launched their Radiant Longwear Foundation that provides better coverage and longevity compared to Sheer Glow but it does come with a thicker texture.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Clients with oily skin? No worries, Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation will save the day. It's full coverage and the finishing is matte. Apart from all these, I noticed a lot of our local MUAs are using foundations from Alha Alfa and Nuex Rosli. Best part about this? They have been around in the beauty industry for so long, working with countless clients, they sure know what they are doing when it comes to creating products that work the best with Malaysians' preferences and weather.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>CORRECTOR</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) LA Girl HD Pro Conceal Orange Corrector | <a href="https://lagirlmalaysia.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=133" target="_blank">RM30</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Bobbi Brown Corrector | RM115</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Not everyone is in need with the orange corrector from LA Girl, trust me. If you're fair to light-medium, just go for a concealer with peachy undertone that could conceal your dark circle. Bobbi Brown Corrector is milder in terms of orange-ness, it's most suits to someone who has medium skin tone. If you have red zits, you can use this too together with a concealer before blending it out. Let me know if you want me to review both of these items in details.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>CONCEALER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Hopegirl Nude Concealer Base | <a href="https://www.beautyhearts.com.my/products/hopegirl-nude-concealer-base-no-23--natural-beige--nafura-" target="_blank">RM58</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer | RM108</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Concealer | <a href="https://www.watsons.com.my/instant-age-rewind-concealer-medium-1-s/p/BP_76479" target="_blank">RM37.65</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4) CLIO Pro Artist Liquid Concealer (Clio Kill Cover) | <a href="https://www.hermo.my/mall/17256-clio-pro-artist-liquid-concealer-set-2-types-to-choose?ucf=-mallListing" target="_blank">RM77.50</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5) Trulooks TRUECONCEAL Instant Moisture Concealer |RM69</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You won't find many Korean beauty bloggers raving about Hopegirl concealer despite it's originated from that country but in Malaysia, this is an ultimate favourite to a lot of people including myself. Hands down, this concealer is the best and I can't stop raving about it. I like how it's full of pigments yet lightweight and suitable to use on most skin textures. I wished they came out with many shades but seeing how this is a k-beauty product, it's not surprising that they only have 2 shades in the line. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">On the other hands, Nars is easier to work with since there's a perfect colour match for every skin tone because of the shade range available. It's creamy and highly pigmented. If you want something that is lightweight and has a pocket-friendly pricing, go for Maybelline Age Rewind. I'm on my second tube now and I always purchase it from Guardian.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>SETTING POWDER/BAKING</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder (Translucent) | RM187</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Channel Natural Finish Loose Powder (Translucent 2) | RM198</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Alisa Cotton Angle Powder x Shazreeyana Syukri | <a href="http://shazreeyanashukri.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=98&product_id=275" target="_blank">RM68</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>💜COMPACT POWDER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Mac Next To Nothing Pressed Powder | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13849/251/products/makeup/face/powder/studio-fix-powder-plus-foundation" target="_blank">RM122</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Tbqh, I rarely see Malaysian MUAs using compact powder to lock in the foundation, it's always the loose one.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>SHADING/CONTOURING (CREAM)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick (Almond) | RM155</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate |<a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/tom-ford-beauty-shade-and-illuminate-face-palette/v/intensity-1?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItu2i66Go3QIVwSMrCh37XQxgEAQYAiABEgK9WvD_BwE&dxid=fb731ad7-7e5c-1536301711&dxgaid=XY-4ba0e640c389f7930" target="_blank"> RM348</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Bobbi Brown Stick Foundation in Almond is known as a staple to do the "<i>shading tanam</i>" method and for your information shade is leaning towards warm brown. I have used it a couple of times so let me know if you want me to talk more about it in details. Meanwhile, I noticed Syedewa, who regularly works with famous faces like Neelofa, always use Tom Ford shading cream on his models. Has anyone tried it?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>SHADING/CONTOURING (POWDER)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Bobbi Brown Sheer Finish Pressed Powder (Basic Brown) | RM155</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Marc Jacobs Beauty O!Mega Bronzer Perfect Tantric | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/marc-jacobs-omega-bronze-102-tantric/v/default" target="_blank">RM212</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It seems like our local MUAs do love Bobbi Brown products because here's another must-have item in their makeup kit- the Sheer Finish Pressed Powder in Basic Brown.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>BLUSHER (CREAM)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge | RM117</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Suikone Cushion Blusher |<a href="http://shazreeyanashukri.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=159" target="_blank">RM39</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>BLUSHER (POWDER)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Mineralize Blush | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13842/31094/products/makeup/face/blush-bronzer/mineralize-blush#/shade/Warm_Soul" target="_blank">RM92</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) MAC Pro Longwear Blush | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13842/22420/products/makeup/face/blush-bronzer/pro-longwear-blush#/shade/Eternal_Sunshine" target="_blank">RM116</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">MAC blushers are classic and the shades that Malaysian MUAs always reach for are Sincere, Well Dressed, Peaches and Coppertone. For Pro Longwear Blush, there's one specific shade I always see it around which is 'Eternal Sunshine'. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><u><b>HIGHLIGHTER</b></u></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Mineralize Skinfinish (Soft & Gentle) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13849/30735/products/makeup/face/powder/mineralize-skinfinish#/shade/Soft_%26_Gentle" target="_blank">RM139</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter (Moonstone, Opal, Champagne Pop) | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/becca-shimmering-skin-perfector-pressed/v/default" target="_blank">RM183</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><br /></u></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>BROW</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Cyber Color Auto Eyebrow Pen | <a href="http://www.sasa.com.my/products/auto-eyebrow-pen-01-" target="_blank">RM28.20</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Kiss Me Heavy Rotation Powder Eyebrow (No 1 Light Brown) | <a href="https://www.watsons.com.my/heavy-rotation-powder-eyebrow-01-light-brown-1-s/p/BP_59891" target="_blank">RM44.25</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) MAC Eyebrow Pencil (Spiked) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13834/57161/products/makeup/eyes/brow/eye-brows-styler#/shade/Spiked" target="_blank">RM80</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4) Tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof Brow Mousse (Medium Brown) | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/tarte-amazonian-clay-waterproof-brow-mousse/v/medium-brown?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv-uf57qo3QIVRA4rCh0ZxgF4EAQYASABEgIW-PD_BwE&dxid=fb731ad7-7e5c-1536308412&dxgaid=XY-1766633842bfd6a3c" target="_blank">RM109</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5) Make Up Forever Aqua Brow (Brown Black) | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/make-up-for-ever-aqua-brow/v/20-light-brown" target="_blank">RM115</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>6) Hope Girl Natural Browcara (02 Medium) | <a href="https://www.nafura.my/products/NATURAL-BROWCARA-02-MEDIUM-BROWN-(RM-48.00-EACH-SOLD-IN-BUNDLE-OF-3)/233" target="_blank">RM48</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Cyber Color Auto Pen is perhaps the most popular item used by our local MUAs. It's a great alternative to its pricier counterparts like MAC Eyebrow Pencil and Anatasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer. I have at least 6 of this in my collection and I personally like it when it comes to brow defining because it does make the framing work a lot easier. I always get them cheap when I go to SASA discounted outlets like Genting and Mitsui. Meanwhile, Heavy Rotation Eyebrow Powder is something you can easily get from SASA outlet.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Popular celebrity makeup artists like Bee Ramzah and Syedewa always use MAC Spiked when it comes to brows while MUA Bellaz and Intan Kaharuddin prefer to use Tarte Amazonian Clay Brow Pomade. I knew about Make Up Forever Aqua Brow through Syazreeyana Shukri when she suggested it during a bridal makep class I attended last year.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>BROW CONCEALER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer | RM115</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Kryolan Dermacolor Camouflage Cream | <a href="http://www.kryolan.com.my/Products-Details-ItemDetailsId=2" target="_blank">RM140</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notes:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have only tried the Nars Soft Matte but basically, any thick and full coverage concealer would do the job. This kind of concealer is also good for spot and blemishes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>💜</u><u>EYES PRIMER</u><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></span><br />1) MAC Paint Pot (Soft Orche) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13840/1573/products/makeup/eyes/shadow/pro-longwear-paint-pot#/shade/Soft_Ochre" target="_blank">RM89</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion (Original) | <a href="https://www.urbandecay.com.my/eyes/eyeshadow-primer/eyeshadow-primer-potion-by-urban-decay/" target="_blank">RM94</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>EYESHADOW (STICK)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Laura Mercier Eye Caviar Sticks (Amethyst, Copper, Sugar Frost)</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>EYESHADOW (SINGLE)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Eyeshadow | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13840/363/Products/Makeup/Eyes/Shadow/Eye-Shadow#/shade/Cork" target="_blank">RM73</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Makeup Geek Signature Eyeshadow | <a href="https://www.makeupgeek.com/collections/eyeshadows" target="_blank">$6</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Ferra Rossa Pearluxe Eyeshadow | <a href="http://www.ferrarossa.com/" target="_blank">RM45</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Mac single eyeshadow shade especially in the shade Cork (warm brown with matte finish). Popular MUG eyeshadows include; Bitten, Cocoa Bear, Creme Brulee, Peach Smoothie, Shimma Shimma and Corrupt. Ferra Rossa Eyeshadow is a local cosmetic brand owned by popular makeup artist and influencer, Ferra Rossa. I personally have tried and tested her eyeshadows and everything are extremely pigmented! My favourite shades are Eclair and Sorbet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜</b></u><b><u>EYESHADOW (PALETTE)</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Huda Beauty Eyeshadow Palettes | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/huda-beauty-desert-dusk-eyeshadow-palette/v/default" target="_blank">RM275</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Anatasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette | <a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/modern-renaissance-eye-shadow-palette-P409118?icid2=anastasia_bestsellers_us_productcarousel_ufe:p409118:product" target="_blank">$42</a></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Tarte Tartelette Amazonian Clay Matte Eyeshadow Palette | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/tarte-tartelette-amazonian-clay-matte-palette/v/default" target="_blank">RM165</a></span></b> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Huda Beauty, ABH and Tarte- just to name a few brands that come out with lots of shadows in a palette. They are all known to be pigmented, easy to blend and contain varieties of colours. Good thing is, the beauty industry these days is rapidly growing, companies constantly come out with palettes alongside with interesting formulations and shades, so a good palette for your eyes is easier to find compared to other products.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <b> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>💜EYELINER</u></span></b><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Kat Von D Beauty Tattoo Liner (Trooper)</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/kat-von-d-tattoo-liner-trooper/v/trooper-satin-black" target="_blank">RM93</a></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Fame Liquid Waterproof Eyeliner (Black) | <a href="http://shazreeyanashukri.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=98_138&product_id=150" target="_blank">RM29</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/urban-decay-24-slash-7-glide-on-eye-pencil/v/perversion?q=urban%20decay%20eye" target="_blank">RM84</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Maybelline Colossal Kajal | <a href="https://www.watsons.com.my/colossal-kajal-1pc/p/BP_73510" target="_blank">RM19.86</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>💜MASCARA</b></u></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Maybelline Hypercurl Cat Eye Mascara | <a href="https://shopee.com.my/MAYBELLINE-CAT-EYES-HYPERCURL-MASCARA-i.12293716.208644047" target="_blank">RM45</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Maybelline Push Up Drama Mascara (Very Black) | <a href="https://guardian.com.my/index.php/cosmetics/eyes/mascara/maybelline-push-up-drama-mascara-very-black-waterproof.html" target="_blank">RM30</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) Syok Cosmetics Mascara - Lash Stash To Go | <a href="https://www.beautyhearts.com.my/products/syok-cosmetics-mascara---lash-stash-to-go" target="_blank">RM48</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4) Marc Jacobs Beauty Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara |<a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/marc-jacobs-beauty-velvet-noir-major-volume-mascara/v/default" target="_blank">RM122</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It's a shame that Maybelline discontinued selling their Cat Eye Mascara because a lot of our MUAs have it in their kit. The nearest country you can get it is in Thailand. Alternatively, the Push Up Drama Mascara has become a recent favourite where I noticed MUAs often use it in their makeup tutorials. Syok Cosmetics is Malaysia represent, I've seen people using this mascara and the result is similar to what Marc Jacobs mascara could give.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>💜LIP CONDITIONER</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Lip Conditioner (Tube) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13824/472/products/skincare/moisturizers/lip-conditioner-tube" target="_blank">RM77</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) LA MER The Lip Balm |<a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/the-lip-balm-P417242" target="_blank"> $60</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Lip Pencil (Boldy Bare, Mahogany) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13852/340/products/makeup/lips/lip-pencil/lip-pencil" target="_blank">RM75</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2) Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat (Pillow Talk) | <a href="http://www.charlottetilbury.com/us/lip-cheat-pillowtalk.html" target="_blank">$22</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you want a precise lip that doesn't bleed, you need a liner to complement your lip colour. I'm literally a virgin when it comes to this category because I don't remember using it any on my lips, but I noticed MUAs like using MAC's lip liner and also Pillow Talk from Charlotte Tilbury.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) MAC Lipsticks (finishing: matte, cremesheen) | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13854/310/products/makeup/lips/lipstick/matte-lipstick" target="_blank">RM77</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm no longer a huge lipstick lover and collector but when it comes to buying lipsticks, I always go for makeup artist's recommendations. Just like eyeshadows, there are tons of lipsticks out there on the shelves that come with a variety of colours and finishing, it's really not that hard to pick a good one. For bridal, it has always been the good oldie MAC cosmetics especially in nude, natural and rosy shades like Kind of Sexy (matte), Velvet Teddy (matte), Honeylove (matte), Whirl (matte), and Modesty (cremesheen).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>💜FAKE LASHES</u></b></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><u>💜</u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Elise (Code: 6448 and 8190)</b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><u><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜TOOLS</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">💜</span></u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1) Beautyblender Original | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/beautyblender-beautyblender-r-original/v/original" target="_blank">RM93</a></b></span><br />
<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Complexion </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Perfection Brush</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> #7 | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/it-cosmetics-heavenly-luxe-complexion-perfection-brush-number-7/v/default" target="_blank">RM187</a></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3) IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Wand Ball Powder #8 | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/it-cosmetics-heavenly-luxe-wand-ball-powder-number-8/v/default" target="_blank">RM183</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4) Zoeva 322 Brow Line | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/zoeva-322-brow-line/v/322-brow-line" target="_blank">RM62</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5) Sigma Beauty E25 Blending Brush | <a href="https://www.sephora.my/products/sigma-beauty-e25-blending/v/e25-blending" target="_blank">RM66</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>6) MAC 217 Blending Brush | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13804/53988/products/brushes-tools/brushes/eye-brushes/217-synthetic-blending-brush" target="_blank">RM117</a></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>7) MAC Synthetic Duo Fibre Fan Brush | <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com.my/product/13805/54008/products/brushes-tools/brushes/face-brushes/184-synthetic-duo-fibre-fan-brush" target="_blank">RM117</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There's no point in having stacks of good makeup in the kit if we don't have the right tools to apply them with, so those above are the must-have items in a MUA kit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(1) My experiences going to makeup classes held bridal makeup artists </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(2) Lots and lots of Facebook/Instagram Live sessions which I ain't complaining because I just truly love makeup!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I hope you enjoy this post and I will come back with a review very, very soon. Don't forget to follow me on <u><b><a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/@ieyra" target="_blank">Bloglovin</a></b></u> for easier updates and also <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ieyrahm/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></b> because that is the platform where I share my mini reviews 😉</span></div>
ieyra h.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12995980891417023746noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341298227331706571.post-14898614087295202552018-06-27T21:00:00.002+08:002018-06-27T21:07:29.010+08:00Review | A'PIEU Madecassoside Cream<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBwlJ807rwj7p-1uXEinvSgUkvc7wQQED1wFtAbPj1iYeJ4k-bXllhuzOOHl8vkWreVZM1_YGZ78fOvljtVeg1eGSMZyC9ISB2C6WNLR3XytSb8q81ToYuATXmKCnmUpelqYkeBRLRYOkA/s1600/Apieu+Centella+Cream+Review+edit+1.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="553" data-original-width="830" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBwlJ807rwj7p-1uXEinvSgUkvc7wQQED1wFtAbPj1iYeJ4k-bXllhuzOOHl8vkWreVZM1_YGZ78fOvljtVeg1eGSMZyC9ISB2C6WNLR3XytSb8q81ToYuATXmKCnmUpelqYkeBRLRYOkA/s1600/Apieu+Centella+Cream+Review+edit+1.JPG" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Centella </i><i>asiatica</i><i> </i>(which relate closely to 'madecassoside' and '<span class="">cica</span>') has been a big beauty buzzword for a while now in the beauty community. It's listed as a notable ingredient in countless skincare products, for example, the ever famous Dr, Jart+ Cicapair range, Centella Blemish Cream and Ampoule from Cosrx, Etude House Soon Jung skincare line, Innisfree Bija Cica Baim, the newest L'Oreal Revitalift range, Cicaplast Baume from La Roche and also, this ingredient is inside the moisturiser that I'll be reviewing today, <b>A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream</b>. Click more after the jump break.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>WHAT EXACTLY IS <i>Centella asiatica</i>?</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and madecassoside?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and cica? (especially this) because it seems to be the most popular word used in naming products. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While a lot of people associating '<b>cica</b>' as a short form of the word <i>Centella</i> <i>asiatica</i>, a Reddit user from r/SkincareAddiction noted that 'cica' is originated from the word '<i><b>cicatrisation</b></i>' <span style="background-color: white; color: #404040;">(sĭk′ə-trīz′) </span>and if you do a quick search, it's actually a medical term that brings the meaning of "to heal" or</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> "the repair of scar tissue". I thought that would make sense because Centella <i>asiatica </i>products are known to have such healing and repairing properties to skin barrier.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now,<i> </i></span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Centella</i> <i class="">asiatica</i></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (other names; Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort, Tiger Grass) is a herb and edible plant, commonly found and employed in many cultures in Asia. It's a part of the traditional Ayurvedic medicine. In Malay, we called it as '<b>pokok daun </b><b class="">pegaga</b>', namely one of the famous varieties of ulam/salad. I used to eat this with rice and <i>sambal belacan</i> when I was growing up as it was easily available unlike these days, it's pretty much hard to find, at least at the wet market nearby my house. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This moisturiser was my first encounter with skincare containing <i>Centella asiatica</i> extract as the highlighted ingredient. I've been testing it since last year and now it's finished and ready to be thrown into the bin. Honestly, I don't have enough good photos of this product at first, so I don't really see myself blogging about it earlier but on a second thought, let me just sit here and start working on the review before I become completely forgot about the overall experience I have with this product. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Strengthen skin barrier by providing a protective film to the skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Repairs skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Strengthens skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Centella asiatica leaf water (40%), Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Niacinamide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethoxydiglycol, Panthenol, Centella asiatica Extract, Madecassoside (0.1%), Camellia sinensis Leaf Extract, Rubus savissimus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, <span style="background-color: white; color: #111111;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Pinus densiflora (Japanese Red Pine) Leaf Extract, Sodium Chloride, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Serine, Urea, Sorbitol, Citrus grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Lavandula hybrida (Lavender) Oil, Pelargonium graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Juniperus mexicana (Cedarwood) Oil, Adenosine, Allantoin, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol.</span></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To me, A'Pieu Madecassoside cream is a gel-like moisturiser with rich texture that might look lightweight at first but upon using it, you can instantly experience the coating-silicony feeling. Unlike certain moisturisers that will instantly smooth out the skin, this madecassoside cream, however, will not give you the similar result- it's sticky, might feel heavy to some, but not to the point where I'd consider it uncomfortable. Tiny squeeze from the tube yields too much product because of its runny consistency but it will work in its favour since it gets easily spreadable on both damp and dry skin. Finish is dewy and dissapears a few minutes after it gets fully absorbed into the skin. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[1] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2015/02/review-loccitane-angelica-hydra-vital.html" target="_blank">L'Occitane Angelica Hydra Vital Gel</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[2] <b>A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[3] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/12/J-One-Hana-Cream-Review.html" target="_blank">J.One Hana Cream</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">[4] <a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.com/2017/03/Cetaphil-Moisturizing-Cream-Review.html" target="_blank">Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A quick cosDNA checklist shows that the ingredients are generally okay with none of them are considered an irritant. However, my </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">concern is people have been calling the madecassoside cream as a good moisturiser for sensitive skin but how can you be sure about this although madecassoside itself is indeed a good skincare ingredient. You still need to consider the usage of several plant oils in this product and I'd not suggest it if your skin shows sensitivity towards citrus extractions or any other plants listed in the ingredient list. Always patch test before using.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Right now, I'm toting my <b>MK Jet Set Travel Messenger</b> in Brown, a crossbody bag that I got earlier of this year and still thinking whether I have made the right decision of buying it. While it's pretty and looks expensive (hence the signature bag), I find that I always have troubles with how it works. The bag seems roomy but due to it having a smaller diameter, it doesn't have a lot of opening space and it's actually hard to put in a lot of items including a makeup porch. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The porch needs to be smaller in size and the best if it can be flexible too. For this, I'm using my <b>Rubi Everyday Cos Case in Rose Gold</b>.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I got it during Cotton On sale happening earlier in this year. It was quite a small size for my liking but to my surprise, it actually can fit in a lot of stuff 😱. Now, let's see what's inside!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is the overview of the contents of my carry-on makeup bag. It does hold quite a fair bit. While I do change my handbag depending on my mood and outfit, the rule applies is still the same- if I'm going out without the requirement of me to perform salah (muslim's prayer) outside at the <i>surau </i>or mosque, I will not bring this little bag.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First of all, I decant some </span><span style="color: #e06666; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Banila Co. Clean It Zero</b></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> into a travel-sized container to save some space and this balm cleanser is always be my go-to cleansing product when I'm not at home. It melts and removes makeup easier than most face wipes. Sunscreen- anything that isn't bulky will fit in. In this case, I bring along my </span><span style="color: #e06666; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV</b></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. It has alcohol, making it super fast to absorb into the skin, which to me is good because I don't have to wait long before applying my makeup. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I didn't set any budget this time but I told myself only to buy books that I clearly would read. Before, it was always about impulse buys and I ended up with a couple of book stacks in my room with most of them still remain unread. So, last week, when the sky was dark and it was almost the dinner time, I went to MITC to do my hunting. There weren't a lot of people and that was something needed to be appreciated because fewer people means easier for me to pay. <i>Nonit beratur, just bayar je, ;P</i>. This time around, it was definitely a lot easier for me to find books to my liking. I have six over here and most of them are in the Young Adult (YA) category. I do think I'm old enough for this genre but I still greatly enjoy reading anything tagged with it mainly because I want my reading experience to be relaxing. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So yeah, without further ado, here's my haul for this year's BBWSale!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I grabbed two books by Jennifer E. Smith;<b> <i>"The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight"</i></b> and <b><i>"Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between"</i></b>, priced RM10 and RM12 respectively. She isn't my favourite contemporary writer but I do think her works are quite enjoyable and they are mostly perfect for summer read. So far I've read 3 books from her; <i>"This is What Happy Looks Like"</i>, <i>"The Geography of You and Me"</i> and <i>"Windfall"</i>, with Windfall has become one of my top rated YA book on Goodreads. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you've never been to Big Bad Wolf Book Sale before, it's quite an event and kind of overwhelming, especially if you're an avid reader and knows a lot of authors. Although I've seen a decreasing amount of YA books throughout all these years (they are getting lesser and lesser, which sucks, I know), it still excites me whenever I see books coming from the authors that I've known for quite some time, for example this E. Lockheart's <i><b>"How To Be Bad"</b></i>, which isn't from a recent release but it's quite a well-known publication from Lockheart. I've seen it selling for more than RM30 at Popular but at Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, paperbacks like this will cost you only RM10 at most. <i>Murah gilaaa</i>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Moving on, I've been needing to get my hands on more books by Rainbow Rowell after <i>Eleanor & Park</i>, <i>Fangirl </i>and <i>Almost Midnight </i>and I was particularly delighted to see <b style="font-style: italic;">"Landline" </b>at the sale. Again, it was only RM10 and I couldn't be happier. Landline is a story of a successful TV writer who has to juggle between her works and family, not exactly my cup of tea but since it's written by Rowell, I have high hopes for it, I always like her style of writing! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And my last purchase was this Malay non-fiction book by Doctor Khairul Hafidz and if you don't know him, he's the founder of MedTweetMY; an active community on Twitter involving doctors and health practitioners that aims to educate the society, gives educational talks and debunking myths regarding medical related issues. I've been meaning to get this book for ages, so how nice was it that I found a copy of it on the sale table.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So that's it! I plan to go back to the sale later at night or on Sunday morning, as new books are put out each day. It's happening right now at MITC from 10am until 12 midnight (ignore the time on the ads), which means I still have some plenty of time to shop. Who knows what additional treasures there might be yet to fine! I hope this post inspires you to get on your reading this year, and do let me know if you have been enjoying any new books recently.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It came to my realisation of how important it is to have a physical scrub in a skincare routine, I have missed it. I used to incorporate both physical and chemical exfoliators but due to the fear of having "micro-tear" on my skin (which I failed to find many journals about this), I then only allowing alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) to do the exfoliation works. While I'm still a huge fan of that method, there's something so deeply satisfying about the old-fashioned scrub. In this post, I'm going to review<b> O'slee Honey Sugar Mask</b>, which originated from Hong Kong and can be found selling in Guardian. Prior to this, I've used mostly the wash off scrubs from Skinfood, for example; Black Sugar Mask Wash Off, Black Sugar Honey Wash Off and Rice Mask Wash Off. I've also used St. Ives scrubs, regardless of whatever bad reviews they have on the internet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To be honest, I did not know anything about the brand until I was about to write this review. It apparently has won multiple awards through its <b>Rosehip Beauty Solution III tone</b>r, so I'm guessing that is their best-selling product. On the other hand, there are two kinds of scrubs available, selling at the same price. The first one is what I have with me, <b>Honey Sugar Mask</b> and another scrub is <b>Pomegranate Milky Mask</b> (curated for whitening and anti-ageing purposes).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Honey Sugar Mask is said to be formulated with "<b>high speed dispersing technology</b>" meaning that the brown sugar (scrub agent) is transformed into very fine powder so that it can remove cuticles, whiten and nourish skin without hurting the newly grown cuticles. There are several claims that we can look into which are;</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Soften and remove cuticles and dirt gently.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Skin lightening and whitening. Skin becomes rejuvenate after used. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Natural honey and melted brown sugar deeply nourish the skin.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Deep cleansing and remove blackheads</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Pores become invisible after deep cleansing and removing cuticles</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) With cleansed moisturised skin, oil secretion will be reduced.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They seem to highlight the word "cuticles" but it's probably not the best term to describe the outer skin layer of your face? I mean, while I know it's been years since the last time I flipped through an anatomy book, "cuticle" is better known to be one of the nail anatomy parts not face.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Packaging</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">O'slee Honey Sugar Mask comes in a small ceramic tube as opposed to its big box packaging. It somehow makes me feel betrayed, lol. The scrub comes together with a <b>spatula</b>, which I appreciate a lot so I don't have to take out my emergency Nutella mini spoon to scoop out the product. There's also a<b> sponge</b>! so I guess, all you need to do is to spoon out a little bit of it on the palm of your hand or the sponge itself and massage it into your wet face- at least that is how I've been doing. The product weighted for 100ml.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredients</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Sucrose, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea Butter) Extract, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydrogenated Grapeseed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, C12-18 Alkyl Glucoside, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lithium Magnesium Silicate, Glycyrrhiza glabra Root Extract, Tocopherol, Honey Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The "buffing" ingredient in this scrub is brown sugar, which is further enhanced by the addition of moisturising ingredients such as squalane, glycerides, glycerin, shea butter, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, olive oil, castor oil and honey. The uses of a lot of oils could be the reason why the overall consistency of this O'slee scrub is oily. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Sugar</b> is a common natural exfoliant used in skincare applications in order to remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells. It's also a natural source of humectant. The sugar used in this scrub is in the form of sucrose, which is commonly referred to as a "table sugar". I love how O'slee decided to use brown sugar because it generally has a high moisture content, making the sugar to appear "soft" in appearance and texture. The brown sugar is then ground into a powder form so that it will still give the gritty-scrubby feeling but appear soft and gentle at the same time. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, we have <b>Squalane</b> that gains its popularity in the recent years. Squalane is considered as an emollient and skin conditioning agent in the cosmetic industry. The biggest source of squalane comes from marine species, but it can also be obtained from plant sources. O'slee didn't enclose the source of its squalane used in the scrub and that can be a problem if you're a vegan user.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Caprylic/Capric Glycerides</b> is a mixture derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It helps in moisturising the skin and also act as a dispersing/enhancing agent so that the scrub can be easily spread out and absorbed by the skin. Its ability to enhance some chemical compounds through the skin has been reported in a number of studies. All of these chemical properties are also shared by the next ingredient of the list, which is the <b>Butylene Glycol</b>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">G<b>lycerin</b> and several other following ingredients are all best described as humectants and emollients, so can you imagine how "moisturised" this scrub is? Keep reading to know how the texture is like. Meanwhile, <b>honey</b> is beneficial to skin but it's quite disappointing to know it is the 6th to last ingredients although it's being highlighted and that is how the product is marketed.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sources:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) James A.K, <i>Kent and Riegel's Handbook of Industrial Chemistry and Biotechnology</i>, Springer Science & Business Media, 2010.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Frank G., <i>The Chemistry of Oils and Fats: Sources, Composition, Properties and Uses</i>, John Wiley & Sons, 2009.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>How To Apply</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. <i>Dry face</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Apply the mask on dry face, gently massage in circular motion for 1 minute. then rinse.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. <i>Wet face</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Apply the mask on wet face, gently massage in circular motion, then the sugar will melt down. Let the mask stay for 5-10 minutes then rinse.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>My Routine</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Remove makeup using micellar water ▶ oil cleansing ▶ O'slee Honey Sugar Mask </span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">▶ water-based cleanser</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>The Test Drive</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This O'slee Honey Sugar Mask has a little hint of lime, very pleasant and perfect if you don't like anything that is heavily scented. The overall texture is grainy but soft, almost buttery and I feel like the scrub is the softest one I've ever tried in my life. You probably have zero chance of over-exfoliating whilst using this scrub on wet face and I can see how it is suitable for skin that reacts badly to abrasive, topical exfoliants. It's also not so light that it melts away before the exfoliating job can be done. The scrub is easy to scoop out of the jar, without worrying too much about spillage and waste.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Unfortunately, I do hate the performance of this scrub.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've tried it for almost 10 times to give it a fair shake and I cannot bring myself to use it anymore. Let's just say if I could return this scrub to Guardian, I would! First off, I dislike how this scrub is leaving behind a<b> waxy and oily film </b>on my face after I rinse it with water. Not to mention, it's actually pretty <b>difficult to wash off</b> making the whole experience annoying. It makes less oily residue if I were to use the sponge given, but IT IS STILL OILY. My preferred choice will always be the formula that can make my face feeling clean and hydrated. Anything that still feels heavy after rinsing is a big no-no.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm not sure if I could compare this to any scrubs I've tried before because this is definitely something new in terms of texture and performances. If anyone knows a local brand named "Scrub District", they kinda give a similar oily feeling as soon as you work the scrub into the skin, however, I enjoy the moisturising feeling that Scrub District gives me while O'slee Honey Sugar Mask only gives me a "coating" feeling. Judging by how uncomfortable my skin feels like afterwards, I can only imagine oily skin people going to hate this stuff. Maybe it's amazing for people who seek for a moisturised scrub but it's definitely something that I'd not recommend getting. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First picture shows the swatch on dry hand and the second one is when I work it into the skin with a splash of water. As you can see in the fourth picture, this scrub leaves a large dot of an oily trace on the blotting paper.</span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> Since O'slee Honey Sugar Mask is a little bit on the pricey side (<b>RM63.50/Guardian</b>), I think you better off with something that much more pocket-friendly. Maybe you can try the Skinfood Black Sugar Wash Off, which also available in selected Guardian stores- it's my current favourite scrub.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">So right now, I'll continue to use it to avoid waste (although I really don't want too 😪). From my experience, a pea-sized amount of product doesn't really leave behind residue but it's definitely not enough product to make the scrubbing work done. I can't talk about how effective this scrub is to remove blackheads because I don't have any (thank God!), same goes to whitening, but I doubt it will give any lightening effect as per claim. I'd say naaah to oil control <i>sebab macam lagi buat kulit muka berminyak adalah, </i>aaaaand the conclusion is, <b>I really hate this scrub</b> 🤣. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is something I'd really like to highlight. It's the best not to put the scrub (or any scrubs basically) in a humid conditioned bathroom because this kind of surrounding could make the surface of the scrub to become mouldy. I usually leave mine outside the bathroom. Also, I do not recommend you to use your fingers to scoop out the products because apart from the obvious hygiene issue, these sugar beads could dissolve so easily with the water from your hand and that will turn the consistency of the scrub into something milky. Close the lid tightly after using to lessen the moisture contact. </span><br />
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ieyra h.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12995980891417023746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341298227331706571.post-78137060620275355252018-02-03T13:59:00.002+08:002018-02-04T20:31:34.754+08:00💋 Top 5 Beauty Products of 2017<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Round up of my favourite beauty products in 2017. </span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Every year new beauty products get launched and most of them are getting better and better. Some products remain in my makeup kit and skincare routine over the past years while other change as I'm constantly finding and trying out new products. So now let me look back on what I have enjoyed throughout 2017 and just a head up, most of them are makeup related. I have a similar article posted last year and if you want, you can read it [<u><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.my/2017/01/2016-Beauty-Favourites.html" target="_blank">here</a></u>].</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Kicking off with an old favourite and much-trusted cream blusher, the <u><span style="color: orange;">Stila Convertible Color</span></u> in the shade Peony is still my go-to blusher whenever I want a natural makeup look. I love how this stuff is giving me the 'glowing' and 'wet' looks on cheeks, and I always paired it up with a BB cushion. Peony is described as "browny rose" and it is what it is, although I feel like it's also leaning towards peachy tone. It may look dark on pan but on cheeks tho... this shade is absolutely natural which is great for everyday wear. It's also a universal colour that suits most skin tones. This Stila cream blusher is what I always use on myself, clients and I do keep one inside my handbag for touch up. I will continue to purchase this product in the future as long as it doesn't continue.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I rely on the <u><span style="color: orange;">Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Pact</span></u> a tonne and I almost certain that this is my greatest discovery of 2017. While a lot of the reviews out there have been praising about its loose powder version, to me, compact powder just makes my life a lot easier. It's easy to store, easy to travel with, no messy application and surprisingly, it works SO well as a powder to set my under eyes areas! I need to put that 'so' in caps lock because I'm literally blown away by how this cheap powder performs. If you want to read the full review, click [<a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.my/2017/12/innisfree-no-sebum-mineral-pact-review.html" target="_blank">here</a>].</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next, is an awesome brow brush from Zoeva. I bought this <u style="color: orange;">322 Brow Line</u> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">last year during a bridal makeup class and it's pretty much the only brush I use to frame and conceal imperfections of my brows. I adore this and already bought backups. I love mostly for its bristles- they are stiff but flexible, slanted and pretty much short in length and near to the brush handle. I'm a big fan right here and satisfy how this brush able to provide precise application.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last year, I've discovered the wonders of </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u>The Saem's Healing Tea Garden</u> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">that I bought from Althea some time ago. It's a micellar water that is mild enough not to irritate my skin but also efficient to its max to remove makeup (except for some stubborn waterproof mascaras <i>lah kot...</i>). It's cheap too! only RM23.00 for 300ml!!, even my HG Bifesta Cleansing Lotion is more expensive than this. I enjoy how this micellar water wipes off my base makeup effortlessly and it does not require any pulling on the skin whatsoever. It doesn't leave my skin feeling oily too. If you haven't tried this product yet, I would definitely recommend giving it a go. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, <span style="color: orange;"><u>Nature Republic's Greentinol Mask Sheet</u></span> is one of the nicest Korean sheet mask I've ever used and what I love the most is the way it feels on my skin; soothing, healing, hydrating, comfortable and I also love the cuts and how well it fits my face. This mask is packed with a lot of good ingredients such as grapefruit extract, hyaluronic acid and from a flower called Sea Fennel extract. While I'm not the biggest fan of NR as a brand just yet, this is something else. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Wished Nature Republic is still available in Malaysia so I stock up on this but sadly they decided to be taken out of the market last year. 😣</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Well, that rounds up my favourites for 2017! I hope you guys find some good recommendation in this post. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So okay you guys, cliche opening but I'm extremely stunned at how fast 2017 had been passing and now we are already nearing the end of January. <i>Fuh, cepat masa berlalu.</i> It just felt like yesterday when I started reading Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon- a Young Adult fiction book suggested by one of my friends about a year ago and I finished reading it within a day. I really did gain the reading momentum throughout the earlier months of 2017 and right now, I'm hoping to do the same although it seems like I haven't been reading anything since the first day of Jan, <i>ish...</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Goodreads told me that I read 24 books in 2017, far better than my initial goal of 10, which later was increased to 20 books. Not bad, wasn't it? I could finish more, but I wasn't really into reading towards the end of the year. So today, I'll give you a rundown of some general thoughts I have on each of the books that I completed last year. Every tittle should lead you to its Goodreads' page.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25733717-everything-everything" target="_blank">Nicola Yoon, "<i>Everything, Everything</i>" (2015)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28763485-the-sun-is-also-a-star" target="_blank">Nicola Yoon, "<i>The Sun Is Also a Star</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28186273-our-chemical-hearts" target="_blank">Krystal Sutherland, "<i>Our Chemical Hearts</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28463043-ultraxenopia" target="_blank">M.A Phipps, "<i>Ultraxenopia Project W.A.R #1</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16096824-a-court-of-thorns-and-roses" target="_blank">Sarah J. Mass, "<i>A Court of Thorns and Roses #1</i>" (2015)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25733717-everything-everything" target="_blank">"Everything, Everything"</a></i></b> is about a girl who missed her life because she has been locked up in her house due to an autoimmune disease until she meets her new friendly neighbour. The story was cute and I thought it had a great job at introducing Nicola Yoon's writing to me, hence the 4/5 rating. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Later at that time, I read another book from her called </span><b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28763485-the-sun-is-also-a-star" target="_blank">"The Sun Is Also a Star"</a></i></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, a lot of people seemed to like it but I didn't. I hated the insta-love theme showing throughout the whole story making it completely unrealistic, so I gave it a 2/5 rating.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, Krystal Sutherland's debut novel <i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28186273-our-chemical-hearts" target="_blank"><b>"Our Chemical Hearts"</b></a></i> (4/5) easily became one of my favourite books I read in 2017. The male's POV and storyline reminded me a lot of John Green's Paper Towns BUT BETTER. I liked the witty narrative voice of the main character and the other roles in this book weren't boring at all. Good one if you want a fast reading.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In the same month, I also picked up <b><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28463043-ultraxenopia" target="_blank">"Ultraxenopia"</a></i></b> (2/5) by M.A Phipps because I wanted my dystopian fix. The author did a great job with the narration voice of his female main character. However, the plot was easily forgotten.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next up is the book trilogy that I truly love; <b><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16096824-a-court-of-thorns-and-roses" target="_blank">"A Court of Thorns and Roses #1"</a></i></b>; The first instalment is actually a Beauty and the Beast retelling story which sounded so unoriginal and I completely agree with that, haha. However, there were other fantasy elements added to the story making it a whole new story by itself. I rated this book 3/5, but it was surprisingly a good read and very engaging. Just gives ACOTAR series a chance even if you don't like the first book like I do because it will get better, trusts me! Below is the official's book description.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23766623-a-court-of-mist-and-fury" target="_blank">Sarah J. Mass, "<i>A Court of Mist and Fury #2</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27883214-caraval" target="_blank">Stephanie Garber, "<i>Caraval #1</i>" (2017)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7600924-forbidden" target="_blank">Tabitha Suzuma, "<i>Forbidden</i>" (2010)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23527460-things-we-have-in-common" target="_blank">Tasha Kavanagh, "<i>Things We Have in Common</i>" (2015)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">February was a month full of good reads. I started with the second book instalment from the ACOTAR series, <i><b><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23766623-a-court-of-mist-and-fury" target="_blank">"A Court of Mist and Fury #2"</a></b></i> (5/5) AND IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THIS ALREADY, YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT LIFE IS- LIKE IT'S SO GOOD, A MASTERPIECE, FANGIRLING TO MAX AND NOW I FEEL LIKE CAPSLOCKING EVERYTHING. Fyi, this is my favourite book out of all times and I only have 4 titles listed in the category. Says a lot, eh?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"<i><b><a class="" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27883214-caraval" target="_blank">Caraval</a></b></i> #1" (3/5) is a debut novel by the author Stephanie Garber and it's kinda like The Hunger Games series in a circus setting. This book was on many people's radars before it was released because of its description that sounded intriguing while the book cover itself looked extremely beautiful. I heard the film option for Caraval has been acquired by 20th Century Fox, so there might be a movie on it later in the future.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Everyone gave Tabita Suzuma's <b><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7600924-forbidden" target="_blank">"Forbidden"</a></i></b> a high rating and that was what had me picked up her book in the first place despite its having a taboo subject. Plot-twist ending, recommended but only for mature readers. Gave this book a 4/5 rating solely because of the writing style alone- it was that good.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"<b><i><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23527460-things-we-have-in-common" target="_blank">Things We Have in Common"</a></i></b> by Tasha Kavanagh (4/5) is simply a dark and twisted tale about a stalker. Plot-twist ending as well, just like Forbidden. I like everything that can surprise me up! Recommended if you like suspense and thriller book genre. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28686840-holding-up-the-universe" target="_blank">Jennifer Niven, "<i>Holding Up the Universe</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17210598-the-bunker-diary" target="_blank">Kevin Brooks, "<i>The Bunker Diary</i>" (2013)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30336056-words-in-deep-blue" target="_blank">Cath Crowley, "<i>Words in Deep Blue</i>" (2017)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25614492-salt-to-the-sea" target="_blank">Ruta Sepetys, "<i>Salt to the Sea</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23513349-milk-and-honey" target="_blank">Rupi Kaur, "<i>Milk and Honey</i>" (2014)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">March was a mix of good and bad books. I picked up Jennifer Niven's <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28686840-holding-up-the-universe" target="_blank">"Holding Up the Universe"</a> (1/5) because it was such a popular book online but the story was not up to my alley. I'd probably enjoy it if I was 10 years old younger.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Next was a thriller book by Kevin Brooks, <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17210598-the-bunker-diary" target="_blank">"The Bunker Diary"</a>. Gave it 4/5 rating because it was such a disturbing, depressing, and torturing book despite it being a good one. Good as in, you can't stop reading it and you want more from this author. I loved the diary format used in its story-telling and I also felt like each page was filled with terror and horror experience. You would gladly enjoy this if you like dark fiction.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Besides ACOMAF, <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30336056-words-in-deep-blue" target="_blank">"Words in Deep Blue"</a> by Cath Crowley was another favourite book I discovered earlier in last year. The book was beautiful :(. All of the writing, setting, pacing, plot, characters, words etc etc, was beautiful and if I'd to recommend you only a book from my last year's reading, definitely pick this up, you will not regret. I gave Words in Deep Blue a solid 5/5 rating and (obviously) listed as one of my favourite book discovery of all time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ruta Sepetys is known for her historical fiction novels and <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25614492-salt-to-the-sea" target="_blank">"Salt to the Sea" </a>(4/5) is my first book from her. Not bad, I'd say! This book had me hooked from start to finish. It usually takes a little bit of time for me to get into a story, but this one had an immediate draw. Set in World War 2 background, it's about the sinking of the MV Wilhelm Gustloff ship in Baltic Sea, a must-read for anyone who loves forgotten history.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last but not least, in March, I also read a poetry book by the ever popular Rupi Kaur, "<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23513349-milk-and-honey" target="_blank">Milk and Honey"</a> (2/5). Not sure why people went crazy about it because, to me, it was simply a book filled with Tumblr quotes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17234658-a-thousand-pieces-of-you" target="_blank">Claudia Gray, "<i>A Thousand Pieces of You Firebird #1</i>" (2014)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50144.Kitchen" target="_blank">Banana Yoshimoto, "<i>Kitchen</i>" (2006)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Only 2 books read in April! The first one was a science fiction novel called <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17234658-a-thousand-pieces-of-you" target="_blank">"A Thousand Pieces of You (Firebird #1)"</a> where I rated it as 2/5. It was an okay story with good plot and concept but can be quite predictable. The main character has the ability to travel into another dimension, so it's pretty much an adventurous book. I actually loved how the pace has never slowed down since the beginning of it and would recommend it if you are looking for something quick and fun to read.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, Banana Yoshimoto's <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50144.Kitchen" target="_blank">"Kitchen"</a> received a 1/5 because I DNF'ed the book for many months already, mostly due to the fact that it got super boring and couldn't hold my attention for anything. Only read the first part of the story, and completely skipped the latter part. As much as I love reading stories from Japanese authors, this is still my least favourite Japanese books to date. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29844228-thirteen-reasons-why" target="_blank">Jay Asher, "<i>Thirteen Reasons Why</i>" (2016)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23766634-a-court-of-wings-and-ruin" target="_blank">Sarah J. Maas, "<i>A Court of Wings and Ruin #3</i>" (2017)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30325231-the-chaos-of-longing" target="_blank">K.Y. Robinson, "<i>The Chaos of Longing</i>" (2016)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"Hey, it's Hannah. Hannah Baker"- SUPER ICONIC I TELL YOUUU and you guess it right! The</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Netflix drama made me read it! I started having a reading slump towards the end of April, but I was able to read Jay Asher's book; <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29844228-thirteen-reasons-why" target="_blank">"Thirteen Reasons Why"</a> (3/5) in May soon after I finished watching the drama. It was an okay story I guess? I enjoyed it but definitely prefer the Netflix version even better. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sarah J. Maas apparently came out with the last volume of the ACOTAR series, <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23766634-a-court-of-wings-and-ruin" target="_blank">"A Court of Wings and Ruin #3"</a> (4/5). It was not the best book in the series, both in term of writing style and content but of course, I did enjoy it and I wished for more! I'm actually glad that the author decided to come out with new spin-off books and I really cannot wait to read them! FYI, this series has a large fan base and has won a lot of popularity awards.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The last book for May was K.Y Robinson's <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30325231-the-chaos-of-longing" target="_blank">"The Chaos of Longing"</a> (1/5). Again, it's a poetry book, actually, I don't even know why I keep reading a poetry book when it's definitely my least favourite genre. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/21469091-the-queen-of-bright-and-shiny-things" target="_blank">Ann Aguirre, "<i>The Queen of Bright and Shiny Things</i>" (2015)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Blame it on my ACOTAR book withdrawal, Eid and was being super busy, I didn't do any reading for the following month. However, in July, I did finish reading a book by Ann Aguirre called <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/21469091-the-queen-of-bright-and-shiny-things" target="_blank">"The Queen of Bright and Shiny Things"</a>. This contemporary YA book started off interesting but it went downhill afterwards. I remember at some point, I had to force myself to finish it because I really want to complete my 2017's reading challenge. Nothing memorable coming from this book, so it deserved my 1/5 rating.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13022577-awak-suka-saya-tak" target="_blank">Melur Jelita, "<i>Awak Suka Saya Tak?</i>" (2011)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25796631-brave-new-girl" target="_blank">Rachel Vincent, "<i>Brave New Girl #1</i>" (2017)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13022577-awak-suka-saya-tak" target="_blank">"Awak Suka Saya Tak?"</a> was the only Malay novel I read in 2017 and it was actually a re-read because the drama version of it got aired on Astro. It was gooooood. I always love Melur Jelita writing and I already owned several books from her. In fact, I feel like Melur Jelita is the only Malay author I follow to date.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25796631-brave-new-girl" target="_blank">"Brave New Girl #1"</a> by Rachel Vincent wasn't really in my cup of tea despite it being a dystopian book. It was about a girl named Dahlia 16 where she was one of five thousand girls created from a single genome. I remember the ending being a cliffhanger but I'm not sure if that is enough to make want to pick up the next volume. We'll see!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32048554-windfall" target="_blank">Jennifer E. Smith, "<i>Windfall</i>" (2017)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Being my fourth book from the author <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32048554-windfall" target="_blank">Jennifer E. Smith; "Windfall"</a> (4/5) did not disappoint at all. I feel like whenever I want to read something light, fun and adorable, I always go back to Smith's writings. She's really like the next Rainbow Rowell to me! Windfall was an easy read, enjoyable, a little bit predictable but the story was well constructed and fluently written.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31445591-note-to-self" target="_blank">Connor Franta, "<i>Note to Self</i>" (2017)</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It had been a while since I <i>layan</i> Youtube videos, but that didn't stop me from being updated on the released of a new book by Connor Franta. I remember binge watching his videos 3-4 years ago, now he writes books, ey? "Note to Self" (2/5) was an easy read. While I enjoyed his poetry and personal monologues, I found that some parts were repetitive and sounded basic.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I also wanted to share with you my small haul from the previous Big Bad Wolf Book Sale last December. I was there with my brother (who's also an avid reader) on the second last day of the event. There weren't many books left but I managed to find some titles that caught my eyes. Check out this multiple Instagram post for more info.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Having to be on a journey of discovering Asian Beauty (AB) brands for more than 2 years now, I've tried many kinds of first cleansers for my skincare routine but I just realised that none of the cleansers has made into a review. The last cleanser I talked about was from </span><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.my/2016/08/review-simple-skincare-kind-to-skin.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Simple</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, before that, was from </span><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.my/2015/06/review-st-ives-green-tea-gel-cleanser.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ST. Ives</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and throughout these recent years, just to mention a few, I've tried cleansers from Missha, The Saem</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, Innisfree, The Face Shop, Hada Labo, Shiseido, and Bio-essence. AQUTOP is a brand-new to me. I've never heard the name mentioned before among my skincare buddies, probably because it isn't really a big name in Korean Beauty. </span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, before I get into the review, here's a little disclaimer: AQUTOP products featured in this post and the following post were provided by </span><a href="https://www.cosmatches.com/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Cosmatches</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (p/s: I'm glad I helped the team to choose its official name! ;P). I was not paid for this, all they asked is for me to provide opinions no matter how bad or good the products are. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So upon receiving a parcel from Beaureka</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (it's actually a shop from Singapore, shipped to Malaysia), I was delighted to see a face cleanser, just in time my Cereal Facial Smoothie Foam from The Saem was reaching to its end.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>About AQUTOP (<span class="_5afx" style="background-color: white; direction: ltr; font-size: 14px; text-align: start; text-decoration-line: none; unicode-bidi: isolate;"><span class="_58cm" style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="background-color: white;">아쿠탑</span>)</span></span></u></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">AQUTOP is a compound word of Aqua (water, moisture) and Top (best, barrier). This Korean brand is launched in October 2016 and it's a brand specialising in moisturisation. From the brand story, the marketing and focusing consumer is very clear by itself, you will not find anything that is not moisturising from Aqutop. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To date, pretty actress Shin Hye Sun is appointed as their brand 'muse' and I remember seeing her in Korean dramas like Oh My Ghostess, She Was Pretty and The Legend of the Blue Sea.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>(Black Bean)</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Official Description</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Deep cleansing foam filled with the energy of germinating black beans, which makes the skin smooth with plentiful, elastic bubbles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Instead of purified water, it uses germinating black bean extracts to bring it to life and nutrition. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) A firm form produced which forms rich bubbles</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) A deep cleansing form which adds moisture but reduces irritation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Wet face and disperse small amount onto hands. Lather and apply foam to face, gently messaging entire area. Wash and rinse thoroughly with warm water.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As I mentioned in my previous skincare review, I have a <b>combination-dehydrated</b> skin, now leaning towards dry skin as I age. As weird as it may sounds, those part where I usually get oily (forehead and nose) also happen to be the parts where they get flakey the most especially during the 'cold' and 'rainy' season like right now (22C is already cold enough for someone who lived in a tropic sunny country like me, lol). I've been trying all of the AQUTOP products I received for about a month now and for this cleansing foam, I have been using it in my PM routine. <b>My preference in choosing a face cleanser</b> is that the lower the pH value, the better because usually, it would be less drying to use. I also don't mind having the typical alkaline-based face cleanser as long as it isn't drying. Currently, all of the second cleansers I have in my bathroom are quite high in pH (Senka Shiseido, The Saem Cereal Cleanser).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>Packaging</b></u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">AQUTOP Perfect Clean Cleansing Foam comes in a white plastic squeeze tube packaging with flip open cap. The Cap fits tightly, leak-proof and also has a safety seal at first. Design can be really simple but clean. Most descriptions on the tube are written in Hangul but they highlighted some important points in English. Shelf life for this cleanser is 12 months after opening. Contains 150ml of product.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredients</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract (29%), Stearic Acid, PEG-400, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-7, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Propanediol, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredients Discussions</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I actually never really care about ingredients in cleansers because no matter how good the ingredient list is, you wash it off almost immediately, so the good stuff doesn't get to stay on the skin long enough to do good thing. However, I still run through the ingredients list onto CosDNA analysis, so click [<u><a href="http://www.cosdna.com/eng/cosmetic_903a332829.html" target="_blank">here</a></u>] to see the result. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">According to the chart, only <b>Lauric Acid</b> has the potential of being an acne triggering ingredient although it's generally safe and often be used to formulate water-based cleansers. All of the other stuffs in this product are considered </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">safe and having low hazard, a</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ccording to CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) and EWG Skin Deep environmental database safety standard. Mostly, they go with</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> the scale of 1 (very good) and only one particular ingredient causing concern to certain people; which is 'fragrance'. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Overall, this is pretty short ingredients list for a cleanser and appears to be very well-formulated.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, onto the key ingredient; the first thing I see is the '<b>glycine max</b>' from soybean extract. I also noticed that this cleanser doesn't even have 'aqua' or water inside the formulation which makes it the first cleanser I have in one of its kind. I have found an open access journal whereby it provides a study on glycine max and its safety in cosmetic use. They found out that black bean extracts have a good antioxidant level and exhibit tyrosinase-inhibitor properties, which makes this plant extraction to be a good additive for cosmetic products when it comes to whitening and brightening. Researchers also did the human skin patch test and found that glycine max did not cause allergic reactions at all. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Further reading:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Lai J., Xin C., Zhao Y., Feng B., He C., Dong Y., Fang Y., Wei S., Study of active ingredients in black soybean sprouts and their safety in cosmetic use. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23027368" target="_blank">Molecules. 2012 Oct 1; 17(10): 11669-11679</a>.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Verdict</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In term of <b>consistency and texture</b>, AQUTOP cleanser is kinda different from what I've tried before, it's thick and has a high viscosity. Imagine eating melted <b>mozzarella</b> where the cheese becomes gooey and very stretchy, that's generally how the cleanser looks like in action. Not only cheese, we are also going to talk about <b>chicken soup</b> because this face cleanser smells like that (literally). I want to say it smells like black soybean but it's a culinary ingredient that I'm not familiar with. Chicken soup? or ginger cookies? yes, because the cleanser gives of some <b>herbally and ginger smells</b> to it and to be honest, that's easily become my favourite part of using this AQUTOP foaming cleanser. I'm going to show you how the product looks like when it is in solid form.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The cleanser foams easily after mixing it with water and it creates soft and dense mousse-type bubbles, kinda reminds me of the Senka face cleanser. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ok. Now onto the pH part and I'm going to be honest, it has such a high pH level, clocking between 9 and 10. I test it with my pH universal indicator (which can be slightly inaccurate) in dry and wet condition, both showing the exact same result. Side note, I know people have been testing cleansers in wet condition, means that when the cleanser is mixed with water, but I can't help to think about the relevance of it because pH and water hardness all depend on the sources? like the pH level of tap water in Malaysia probably would not be the same as in South Korea? or America and Australia? it can also be changed if the water source undergoes water filtration process 🤔.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While I know there are many academical studies on how should we incorporate low pH cleanser in our skincare routine, I also came across <a href="https://www.carecreations.basf.com/science-excellence/studies-articles/news-detail/2013/12/11/the-impact-of-cleansing-products-on-the-skin-surface-ph" target="_blank">this study</a> by several German researchers whereby it says here "<b><i>no conclusions could be made on the effect of cleansing products on the skin surface pH</i></b>" due to the inconsistent results in those academical studies done before. So, it's really up to you whether if you want to use low pH face cleanser, which often expensive or stick to the alkaline ones because let's be real, they are cheap and dominating the market, especially when it comes to K-Beauty. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">From my previous experiences tho, I prefer the low or pH balance facial cleansers because they are softer to my skin. However, like I said before, I'm okay with high pH as long as I'm keeping it in my night skincare routine. Cleansers that are too soft won't help in removing my makeup, that's pretty much legit because I always use COSRX Acne Pimple Pad on daily basis; usually, deep cleansing cleansers result in clearer pad. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>So, how does this AQUTOP cleanser feel on my face?</b> After I rinse off with water, my face feels entirely clean, mostly not dry. I don't have the digital skin moisture device (I should probably get one now!) but my face does feel moisturise. For these couple of days, however, where it has been cold, I figured that this cleanser is a bit too dry for my skin so I have to rush out from my bathroom to put on hydrating product afterwards. Some people say that we should put acid-dependent toner after we cleanse with a high pH cleanser, but you know, I wish I have the pH meter for the skin to test out this theory so I can confidently agree with the statement. It can be true, idk.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Onto the ability to remove makeup a.k.a deep cleansing;</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Has a good ingredient list, low hazard and shouldn't be irritating for people with sensitive skin, but keep in mind, different people react to different skin allergens.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Scent. At least this one does not bother my nose and making me sneeze.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Moisturised. Leaves skin to feel "<i>chok-chok</i>". It does not leave any oily film afterwards.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Deep cleansing. I agree on what the cleanser has claimed for, hence, I include this in my PM skincare routine.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Decent price for a K-Beauty face cleanser. You shouldn't really be spending a lot of money for something that's going to get washed off.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-I do not agree with the "all skin types" claim. I see this more suited to someone who has oily skin rather than dry skin. Dry skin peeps like me would probably feel a slight tightness after cleansing.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Has high pH level, more than what has been recommended by the skincare experts. So this is not preferable to someone who prefers using low pH cleanser. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hopefully, this review would be helpful to some of you. Stay tuned for my next Aqutop reviews that should be up tomorrow!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">J.One is a Korean beauty brand that is very new to me although I've been seeing a lot of Western beauty gurus on Youtube have been talking about the famous Jelly Pack a.k.a "glue" primer many months ago. Although it was launched in 2015, it was brought back into the spotlight by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qckBHik4Prc" target="_blank">NikkieTutorials</a> because she had it on her June's favourite. Kathleen Lights, Tati Westbrook, Christen Dominique and Liah Yoo also talked about it in their videos. I also know for the fact that people have been comparing this product to Sisley Paris Double Tenseur Moisturizing Gel because of its texture and face lifting effect.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Thanks to a recent affiliate programme I signed up to, I was given the opportunity to review 3 of the J.One best selling products. I was not paid for this and all opinions are 100% on my own and unbiased as per always. In this blog post, I'll be covering topics on the J.One Jelly Pack as well as the 2-steps Jelly Pack Vita Mask. Click [here] to read my review of J.One Hana Cream.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dramatic firming skin with improved elasticity and pore-smoothing</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A multitasking, anti-ageing formula that works as a hydrating morning mask and makeup-gripping primer. It's a solution for firmness and elasticity, dullness and uneven texture and also dryness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Rich nutrition gives lasting corset effect, creating firm skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-When you gently pat it on the skin, it will adhere to skin and create a silky smooth skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-It takes care of the skin which becomes rough due to the harmful external environment by enhancing the protection function of the skin. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dispense a dime size amount onto fingertips and gently sweep onto a cleansed skin (approximately 1-2 pumps). After 30 seconds, pat into the skin for a complete skincare routine & mask experience in one product. This is a perfect 1-step routine for the morning, but it can also be layered with as a night cream before going to sleep. [<a href="https://www.glowrecipe.com/products/jone-jelly-pack" id="id_4ad4_6bb2_1e1b_d02" target="_blank">source</a>]. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Here's the video promo of how Ha Ji-Won </span>used<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> it as a morning mask.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">J.One Jelly Pack comes in an opaque white plastic bottle, which I have to admit I'm not really drawn to it. I wish the design is nicer like J.One Hana Cream where it has this transparent, glass looking packaging at the bottom part of the jar and that would totally look a lot more exclusive. You get 50ml of product in the bottle (which is a lot) and it dispenses easily through a pump system. I'm liking it the best because unlike jar packaging, we are able to minimize the gel to air exposure, hence helps to protect all the beneficial ingredients. To me, a pump system feels better than a tube because sometimes, any liquidy product tends to ooze out quickly when we squeeze especially if we are dealing with a lighter consistency.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Water, Polysorbate 80, PEG-150 Disterate, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Rosemary Leaf Water, Chamomile Flower Water, Yeast/Fermented black tea extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Nuphar Luteum Flower Extract, Sea Daffodil Flower Extract, Glycerine, Adenosine, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Sucrose Distearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-8, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium Sorbate Palmitoyl Triipeptide-5, PVP, Fullerene, Carmober, Disodium EDTA, Penoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Again, just like the previous Hana Cream I've reviewed, this product has a lot of plant extractions with most of them you have already familiar with. Niacinamide, a vitamin B derivative, ranks up so early on the list which helps in some ways in skin brightening. The gel also contains a lot of silicone polymers and interestingly, PVP! I really do love PVP in primers and setting sprays, this ingredient is what prolonged the makeup application!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. <u>Thoughts on the hype</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As a huge makeup junkie, I'm always impressed when a brand manages to come out with something that is so innovative and different than what already offered in the market. I've not seen anything like this before in the K-Beauty world; a <b>morning mask + primer hybrid</b>. The closest resemblance I can think of is Maybelline Babyskin Pore Eraser Primer, although they are totally 2 different things. Meanwhile, a lot of people have been comparing J.One Jelly Pack to the ever-famous-das-expensive primer from <b>Sisley Paris</b>. Both have the same gooey texture and is meant to provide longevity in makeup.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway, I was shooked af when I got this Jelly Pack sample inside the box because I know a lot of famous beauty gurus on Youtube have spoken about it. Tati Westbrook hates this while NikkieTutorial swears by it, same goes to Kathleen Lights, who told her viewers the correct ways to apply it. Does this primer works for me? we shall see, read my next point ;P.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. <u>Texture, consistency, finishing and scent</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Like I mentioned previously, the primer has a <b>gooey texture</b> resembling an Elmer glue and it's super <b>weird</b> that I'm not even kidding. When I first test it on my hand, I was like "OMG WHAT IS THIS STICKY THING?" "ARE YOU SURE THIS IS A PRIMER?" because of J.One Jelly Pack is really, unlike your traditional makeup primers. It's colourless, thick and has a gel-like appearence. The gel <b>dries up slower</b> than other primers as it would normally takes around 5-10 minutes before it completely absorbs into the skin resulting in a "<i>chok-chok</i>" or bouncy base. <b>No scent</b> detected!</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been experimenting with it for weeks, whereby each day I try to change up my makeup routine by trying it out with different tools, sunscreens and foundations. I figured <b>the best way to use this</b> is to pat the product into skin, not rubbing it in a circular motion. Next, I'd recommend patting in the foundation or BB cream using a brush instead of buffering technique. I also do not recommend a damp sponge because the primer will move around and ball up if you press it too hard. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you're doing makeup, Jelly Pack <b>works at its best when it gets a direct contact</b> with the skin instead of layering tons of products underneath. This gel is going to "grip" the skin and kind of gives the feeling of "lifting", so at this point, I have to agree with whatever they said on top of the packaging. Didn't I tell you in my previous post that J.One range is targeting to women who are seeking for anti-ageing skincare regime? And because of its gooey texture, it's also going to "grip" whatever you put on top of this primer. Thinks of something like the Nivea After Shave Balm. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Does this make my foundation applications become easier tho?</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Yes and no.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Yes for dewier foundations and BB cushions, a big no for mattifying foundations, but I'm guessing that could have just been my technique. Throughout the try and error process, I figured that you really need to wait until the Jelly Pack slightly absorb into the skin, so give it a waiting time. BE PATIENT OR YOUR MAKEUP WILL BECOME A DISASTER. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) <b><u>Layering tips:</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(a) <span style="color: orange;">sunscreen ▶ Jelly Pack ▶ foundation</span> = </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>No (I've tested it with several sunscreens and most of them were making my foundation cakey because the Jelly Pack balls up very easily on top of anything)</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(b) <span style="color: orange;">Jelly Pack ▶ sunscreen ▶ hydrating primer (optional) ▶ foundation</span> =</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Yes (even Ha Ji Won is layering them this way)</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(c) What if I'm using both Hana Cream and Jelly Pack?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My recommendation:</span><br />
<span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Jelly Pack ▶ </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">sunscreen </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">◀▶ </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hana Cream </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(d) In which order should I include J.One Jelly Mask if I'm doing the K-beauty inspired skincare routine?</span><br />
<span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">cleanser </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">▶ </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">toner </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">▶</span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> serum </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">▶ </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">essence </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">▶</span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">moisturiser </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">▶ </span><span style="color: orange; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Jelly Mask (as a sealer)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><u><b>Conclusion</b></u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Interesting product but it's so hard to use under certain foundation! It's not what I expected in terms of feel after application. As a primer, I'd rate J.One Jelly Pack 2/5 stars. Sorry NikkieTutorial, gotta disagree with you this time ;P. This product is honestly workable but you really need to know the correct technique of applying it, hence, not suitable for makeup beginner. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For instantly, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">dramatically lifting effect as per claim tho, I'd rate it as 5/5 because I swear to God</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, it does give me the lifting/bouncy/corset feeling to the skin making it such a weird yet fun product to try! I would say if you have dry skin, you'll be needing something double as a moisturiser to make the application seamless.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Overview</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Brightening and anti-wrinkle effects, dual functional cosmetics</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Smooth tencel fabric sheet with strong elasticity</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Claims</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Contains fullerenes, vitamin C derivatives</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Hydrates and makes dull and loose skin glow</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- The ingredients are mild enough for sensitive skin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Provides long-lasting moisture to your skin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>How to use</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">After washing the face, condition the skin with a facial toner. Take out STEP 01 Mask and carefully unfold it. Gently apply it over your entire face, starting from the eye area. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Leave it on for 10-20 minutes. Remove mask and apply STEP 02 Jelly Pack on your face along the facial textures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Ingredients</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Step 1 (Mask): </span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">Water, PEG-150 Distearate, Polysorbate 80, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Water, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, Dipropylene Glycol, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Dimethicone, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sucrose Distearate, PEG-8, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Benzyl Alcohol, Carbomer, PVP, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Fullerenes. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /> </span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;" /><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Step 2 (Jelly Pack): Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Dimethicone, Tromethamine, Allantoin, Caffeine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Adenosine, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium PCA, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol 0, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Fragrance (Parfum), Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Phenoxyethanol, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Ceramide 3, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lipids, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, PVP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Fullerenes. </span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Verdict</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Firstly, it's an interesting sheet mask that has 2 components, hence it's a good thing to have if you're on the go or out somewhere for vacation. No need to bring the Jelly Pack bottle right?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I put this on while writing this review. T</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">he fit is good- covers most part of my face, adherence is amazing, essence doesn't drip off, still have a little bit more inside the package (27ml worth of essence). It's also comfortable, no burning sensation but the fragrance... while it smells nice, it also makes me sneeze. I do not notice any brightness after using it but my skin definitely feels firm, tightened and moisturised.</span><br />
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ieyra h.http://www.blogger.com/profile/12995980891417023746noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341298227331706571.post-56242156170156471042017-12-17T14:28:00.000+08:002018-01-14T09:23:15.051+08:00PART I | The Unique Looking J.One Hana Cream, The Viral Jelly Pack and Moisturising Vita Mask - Which One Should You Get? <div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Secret Garden happens to be my all-time favourite K-drama and despite it was aired in 2010, I would always recommend it to my friends because the drama has an interesting mystical plot of body-swapping moments between a <i>chaebol </i>businessman and a stuntwoman. Little that I know, Ha Ji-won, who plays Gil Ra-im in the drama created her own beauty brand called J.One and it was launched in June 2015. All of the products from the company are focussing on skin firming, hydrating, revitalizing and anti-ageing since the actress' skin herself is looking super youthful despite being 39 years old this year.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">So recently, I was contacted by the PR team to try out 3 of their famous J.One products; the unique looking <b>J-One Hana Cream</b>, <b>J.One Jelly Pack</b> that went viral on youtube and also<b> Jelly Pack Vita Mask</b>. I already posted an unboxing video on my Instagram, so be sure to check out on that and follow me while you're there 😆. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">B</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">efore I proceed with the reviews, let me tell you about my skin type, preferences and also the trial period.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Combination-dehydrated. I don't get oily as I used to be but my forehead and the centre of my face will have a little peek of shininess after few hours. I live in a humid country where I normally seek for a lightweight moisturiser during the day and wouldn't mind using a thick, nourishing one for my night routine. Meanwhile, I don't have any specific preferences when it comes to face primer but I'd normally go for high-end brands or anything that is available at Sephora because I've yet to find the one I like from our drugstores. For face mask, I'm generally okay with a lot of key ingredients except (I think) mushroom extracts </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">where I noticed I often get </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">burning sensations. I received all these products for reviewing purpose about 3 weeks ago and for J.One Hana Cream, I have been using it almost daily, AM and PM.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">J-ONE HANA CREAM</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Dramatic anti-wrinkle effect intense capsule cream</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This nourishing cream comes in perfectly portioned spherical capsules that melt into skin upon contact. Each capsule is packed with peptides and botanical extracts to help revitalize and firm the skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- This anti-wrinkle cream completed clinical tests regarding wrinkles in the eye, nasolabial fold (smile lines), forehead and neck.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- A pearl filled with nutrition embraces sagging skin and make it firm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- When it reaches the skin, the pure and fresh active ingredients are delivered to the skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Scoop out one capsule onto palm with the included spatula. Use fingertips to melt the capsule and pat the formula gently into the face until absorbed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In this beautiful, expensive-looking albeit bulky jar bottle, you'll find the products that come in the form of little pearls or balls. It's luxe, although the design is very simple. It feels luxe, it smells luxe and it definitely looks like an appealing product to women aged 25 and above. The white packaging engraved with black wordings makes everything looks clean and a lot more expensive than it really is. It's impossible for me to count on how many capsules I get inside the jar without touching them, so I didn't because of hygiene purpose. However, Glow Recipe stated it should be around 130-140 capsules and it does contain 20g amount of products. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">J.One Hana Cream comes with a little spatula and I'm the kind of girl that appreciate a thing like that, so kudos!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;">Water, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;">Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloydimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Parfum, Agar, Beta-Glucan, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Centella Asiatica Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Betaine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated Poly (C6-14 Olefin), Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acylic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoexyethanol, Adenosine, Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Penoexethanol, Adenosine, Salicylic Acid Acrylate/C10-30 Althyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Disodium EDTA, Dimethiconol, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, PVP, Dimethicone, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sorbitan Laurate, Cyclomethicone, Hydroexyethylcellulose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, BetaSitosterol, Cholesterol, Propylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Teetraisopalmitate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Arachidonate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolemate, Ubiquinone, Ceteth-24, Choleth-24, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Thioctic Acid, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Ceteth-3, Ceteth-5, Palmitoly Tripeptide-5, Riboflavin, Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide NP, Anemarrhea Asphodeloides Root Extract, Phytosphingosine, Fullerenes, Biotin, Tocopherol, Felic Acid, Pyridoxine. </i>[<a href="http://www.cosdna.com/eng/cosmetic_3f9a315858.html" target="_blank">cosDNA link: here</a>]</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The ingredient list is super long, it instantly reminds me of when I did the review of </span><a href="http://ieyrahm.blogspot.my/2017/01/Sunplay-Skin-Aqua-Watery-Essence.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Watery Essence</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">! I got scared whenever I review something like this, but to my surprise, all of the ingredients are generally save according to Cosdna analysis and almost nothing triggers over a 2 for acne and irritant (except Tocopherol a.k.a vitamin E). If you look closer at the list of ingredients, this J.One Hana Cream primarily consists of plant oils, plant extractions, emollients and K-Beauty skin-loving ingredients such as Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract and Ceramide. There are a lot of peptides going on in this formulation but all of them listed toward the end of the ingredient list.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil is a refined plant oil obtained by cold pressing of the seed of Macadamia Integrifolia (yes, like the macadamia nuts). The oil is often used in cosmetics and healthcare products because the fatty acid composition in it is closely similar to human skin. If you see this <a href="https://www.google.com/patents/US20060210520" target="_blank">accessible pattern</a> written by Syed, S., & Walele, I. (2006), it's clearly stated that macadamia oil is one of the key ingredients used in anti-ageing cream as the high level of Palmitoleic acid helps to provide softness, resilience and youthful appearance to skin. This plant oil is also high in Oleic acid. So, I completedly agree when J.One has been marketing this Hana Cream as a moisturiser to combat wrinkles and fine lines.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Interestingly, Fullerene is the special antioxidant ingredient that makes this moisturiser special. Like peptides, it's also listed down below near the end of the ingredient list and we all know manufacturer needs to do labelling according to descending order of predominance. I'm not sure if this ingredient is worth mentioning but anyway, according to what I read, fullerene, which is a molecule made of carbon will give anti-wrinkle effect to skin when it's dissolved in squalane. It's found to act like a powerful free-radical sponge, which again, related to anti-ageing properties.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. For those of you who don't know, "Hana" means one in Korean, which is referring to the single dosage of a capsule from this cream per use is enough to provide all the benefits to the skin. <i>Kiranya macam tak payah lah guna banyak2 products, guna ni je dah cukup - </i>which actually matches to what J.One company has been promoting; <b>beauty, simplify</b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The pearly capsule is buttery yet soft and moist (I'm sorry you need to deal with this word!), but it's not breakable unless you squeeze or pinch it. It's a unique looking cream- reminds me a lot of The Face Shop White Ginseng Collagen cream and Meteorites Base from Guerlain! I know Gothamista on Youtube has included this in one of her fun Korean Skincare products to try. It's recommended to pinch the pearl using your fingertips because the heat from body helps to melt down the cream. This J.One Hana Cream <b>does not leave any residue</b> once applied. I don't consider the texture is light, it's more like a <b>balmy consistency</b> but not anywhere near greasy, <b>easily absorbed, comfortable</b> and makes my skin feeling <b>bounc</b>y. Heck yeah, anti-ageing! lolol. The cream has a soft, luxury<b> powdery smell</b> to it and lingers for a short while, <i>macam bau bedak baby tapi mahal </i>to which, I'm not a fan of. As much as I'm okay with fragranced products, I prefer mine to be free from it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. <u>Experience With The Product</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One thing I really like about J.One Hana Cream and I feel extremely important to highlight is that this cream <b>doesn't make me sweat at all</b>. Hot sunny day? Humid night? No problem! It's that comfortable. I'm using this every single day, (just toner and this) for the past few weeks, I don't see major differences on my skin of course due to my short trial period, but it's good to know that my skin feels instantly moisturise and comfortable when using this product. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With the enclosed spatula, all you need to do is to scoop out one tiny ball, pinch or crush it using the back of the spatula or your hand and apply it all over your face and neck.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Compare to the previous Cetaphil moisturiser I reviewed earlier in this blog, J. One Hana Cream is a lot lighter and does not feel greasy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'd rate this cream moisturiser<b> 4/5 stars </b>with a major win on its ingredient list. <i>Ni review honest punya, jujur nak mati</i>. While J.One did send me this product to review, all opinions are my own as always. I'd recommend J.One Hana Cream for women around my age and above and is looking for a good anti-ageing skin. <b>Suitable to use for all skin types</b> but it's more beneficial to<b> oily skin people</b>. If you want extra moisture, just use two pearl capsules instead of one.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For a record, J.One is available at selected Sephora outlets in the US, unfortunately not in this country, so my fellow Malaysians, you can get this through <b><a href="https://goo.gl/qWg5qW" target="_blank">Beureka.com</a></b> shop at Qoo10. I love Qoo10, it's the place where I buy my COSRX stuffs ;P. If you purchase through my link, the price will be RM205 (almost similar price with Sephora.com), but you'll get a free gift, just insert "<b>IEYRA10</b>" in the box like below, or you can opt for a RM10 discount code which is available until 31st January 2018, just click the "cart" button at the Beaureka shop.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Stay tuned for the part II of my review. Initially, I like to compile everything in this post but it gets too long (like always, lol). Sorry for that! I hope this review is helpful to some.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Innisfree No Sebum Powder is one of the brand's most popular makeup items. It gets amazing 5-star rating reviews on its official site and people have been talking about it since forever. I've had the compressed powder version for about 5 months now since my last Althea haul and now I'm ready to tell you my thoughts. Is it worth the hype? Read more after the jump break.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Still normal-drying and dehydrated. Interestingly, I get oily faster on my forehead and nose when I'm covered with makeup. I also have pre-mature ageing skin around under eyes area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. Firstly, I prefer translucent. Why? It's simply because I'm wearing liquid foundation or BB cushions for most of the time and having a translucent/transparent/no colour powder in the kit instead of the coloured one seems more convenient as I do not look for a "heavier" coverage. Plus, sometimes, it's hard to find a coloured pressed powder that will match out my base. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. Secondly, I look for a powder that will not exaggerate the fine lines I have around the eyes. This is a tough job and I'm not even going to lie. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Pact comes in a fairly simple packaging- bottom part is the compressed powder and mirror is glued to the lid part. It's small, smaller than my palm but I'm liking it because it has everything in the compact, including a fluffy sponge. Apart from its expiring date, the body label offers a simple description in Korean as well as in English. I love the mint case, by the way, it's not flimsy and doesn't catch up any fingerprints. You get 8.5g of product for the price of RM44 (Innisfree store) and it's even cheaper online (<a href="http://share-my.althea.kr/x/Q2nYt2" target="_blank">I got mine from Althea</a>).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Mica, Silica, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Corn Starch Modified, Polyethene, Octydodecylsteroly Stearate, Squalane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethyhexyglycrin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dimethicone, Mineral Salts, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. <u>Cheap that works.</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Having used it now for several months, I can honestly say that this powder is fantastic to my skin. It's <b>lightweight, smooth, finely milled, blurring imperfections, barely settle into fine lines</b> - it basically ticks everything that I want for a face powder. There's only one shade, which is <b>white</b> and it is not meant to add any coverage at all since it's not tinted, it exists solely to <b>mattify and set </b>the underneath foundation or BB cream and that's how I have been using it. The closest drugstore equivalent to this mattifying powder that I can think of is Essence's All About Matt Fixing Compact Powder, available in our Watsons.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Smooth and silky. Mica or chemically known as Potassium Aluminium Silicate definitely plays a major role in this. The mineral gives us a soft and slippery feel to the skin which I think it's true.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm completely blown away by how mattifying this powder is (<i>sekali letak je terus hilang segala shine</i>), so apart from setting down the foundation (it goes on translucent when applied, no colour change btw), you can always use this to <b>mattify a sunscreen</b>. As you can see below, the left part of my hand is shinier than the part where I dab on Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact. For oil control- it's not anything near intense, I usually start to get a little shine 3-4 hours when I have this on. However, it's still a reliable powder and I'm not going to give up just yet. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So, here's a fun fact- Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact was my first compressed face powder I got after years living without any. The last time I bought myself one (Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder), it was almost 3 years ago and since then, I rely a lot on my BB cushions and loose powders. I also own myself No-Sebum Mineral in loose version but I didn't reach for it a lot because the container can get messier and I lose a lot of product whilst cleaning it up. When travelling, I will always bring this. If I forgot to bring brushes, then I don't need to be worry because I can use the fluffy sponge. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I don't throw away the plastic separator that comes in the case because it seems more hygienic to put the sponge on top without touching the powder. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4. <u>Sponge vs brush</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I like using a kabuki brush. Just lightly swirl the brush on the powder, tap off excess, and lightly buff on face for a natural finish. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Interestingly, I find that the powder makes my under eyes areas brighter if I use the sponge given, means that it piles on more products than what a brush can do without getting cakey.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Told ya, I like this powder a lot. I really have been enjoying Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact much more than I expected. So if you like a mattifying pressed powder, I'd highly recommend this item. If you don't want to bother with the mess of loose powders, I'd also recommend you this item. Also, it's CHEAP!!! I only paid RM35 for this at <a href="http://share-my.althea.kr/x/Q2nYt2" target="_blank">Althea</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>Overall Rating</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5/5. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hope this review helped you in some ways and do leave behind your comment and share with me your experience of using pressed powder. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I still have a lot of product to test before calling this my HG setting powder. Feel free to suggest me anything from the drugstore. </span><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">High-end pun boleh...</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> My current wishlist of setting powder is Laura Mercier Translucent Powder but it's always sold out at Sephora so maybe I'll get something cheaper. I heard Duck Cosmetics will come out with a powder soon. Or maybe I should try Essence!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Remember when H&M Malaysia launched its beauty department on September 14th? That's how long I've been neglecting to post this haul, lol. So yes, it's finally here a year after our neighbour country (Singapore) had it in store and if you're a makeup junkie and someone who's haven't been living under a rock, you must have heard about the news already. I've been seeing a lot of my European blogger friends raved about certain makeup items from this brand, so the fact that I can now freely picking them up at the store makes me happy. As excited as I could be, I visited their Avenue K outlet on its first day of opening.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">H&M Beauty Department is currently available in four stores:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(1) Lot 10</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(2) Avenue K</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(3) 1 Utama</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(4) Sunway Pyramid</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There are over 1000 beauty products to choose from so I won't blame you if you have a hard time to decide on just a few. I swatched few of their blushes, highlighters, bronzers and foundations. I've also tested out their lipsticks and spritzes. There were a lot of things and choices, I got overwhelmed but I did somehow not being super crazy on that day because I was separating my budget for things I wanted to get from Sephora.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Before getting into haul and recommendations, let me show you some pictures I took on the day of the official launch.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- not complete, will update soon.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>FACE (BASE)</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Natural Satin Foundation (RM74.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) All-Day Liquid Foundation (RM74.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Cover Up Concealer (RM39.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Custom Concealer Trio (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Loose Powder (RM59.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) Custom Color Drops Darkening (RM74.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">7) Custom Color Drops Lightening (RM74.90)</span><br />
<b><u><br /></u></b> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>FACE (BLUSH, HIGHLIGHT AND CONTOUR)</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Pure Radiance Powder Blusher (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Solar Flair Bronzing Powder (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Light and Shade Contour Duo (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) All Over Highlighter (RM74.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Illuminating Luster Powder (RM59.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) Illuminating Drops (RM49.90)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>EYES</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Infinite Impact Eye Color (RM29.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Soft Kajal Eye Pencil (RM29.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Color Essence Eye Pencil (RM29.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Superfine Brownliner (RM39.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Tuscan Escape Eye Palette (RM99.90)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>LIPS</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Lip Color To Go (RM29.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Lush Lip Vinyl (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Vivid Lip Lacquer Summer 2017 (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Matte Lip Color (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Cream Lip Color Cream (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>TOOLS & ETC</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Nail Polish (RM24.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Oil Fusion Nail Color (RM24.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Precision 4 Mini Sponges (RM39.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Precision Lash Curler (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Contour And Glow Brush Kit (RM74.90</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) Essential Brush Kit (RM99.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><u>HAIR & BODY CARE</u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Capsule Face Mask (RM12.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) Hand Cream (RM39.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3) Hand Wash (RM39.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4) Vitalising Body Scrub (RM49.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">5) Pre-Shampoo Oil (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">6) Texture Styler For Hair (RM44.90)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">7) Refreshing Mist with Aloe Vera (RM24)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Mimosa and Honey</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Bergamot and Lime</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Coconut and Vanilla</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- Goji and Watermelon</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you only wanting to pick up ONE thing, then personally, I feel like you need to get any of their <b>single eyeshadows</b>, or blusher. I can't actually choose. Both are really good. Not only they have amazing pigmentation and buttery consistency, the range of colours are also versatile and pretty. Plus, most of them are soft to the touch and it's nothing like cheapo feeling eyeshadows. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I noticed that these shadows are made in Italy, and everyone knows that they generally produce good products especially when it comes to powders containing pigments. Some brands like Hourglass, Milani and Kiko has products originated from that country. It's nothing new that I love burnt orange shade for my crease, so it's no surprise I gravitated towards "<b><i>CANYON CLAY</i></b>" from the Infinite single eyeshadow collection. It has burnt orange shade to it and you can never go wrong with a warm shade like this. Meanwhile, "<b><i>BACI DI DAMA</i></b>", "<b><i>ORANGE OCHRE</i></b>" and "<b><i>BROWNIE POINTS</i></b>" are the shade recommended by Kathleen Lights. Go for single eyeshadow and skipped the palette 😆.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Blushers and bronzing powders</b> are also pigmented and blend well. I didn't pick up the blush (I will the next time I'm in H&M) but I swatched them in store and some of the shade were long-lasting, considering that they were still there by the time I went home at night o_o. I've been hearing a lot of good things too about them especially the "<i><b>Pure Radiance Powder Blusher in Golden Peach"</b></i> - it's a near dupe to NARS Orgasm. I also like their hexagonal, black and gold packaging, making everything looks sleek, luxurious and Instagram worthy.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You want another recommendation? well, you can go a little mental with the <b>nail polishes</b> (and lipsticks, I guess). The nail polish selection was insane! and everything below RM25. I didn't buy any because I no longer have time and interest with nail polishes, but god, so many shades to choose from!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Things I'd skip </b>- foundation, custom colour drops (as I'm not sure if it's a silicone or water-based), eyeshadow palettes (again), brushes and sponges. From my experience, most of the brushes are scratchy and the single, Precision Black & White sponges are disappointing. Well just buy the original Beauty Blender or Breena Beauty Blending Pearl instead. I wished I didn't get any of these.</span><br />
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