Crabtree&Evelyn,

Empties (OCT-NOV 2016 ) Mamonde,DHC,Missha,Fino,SK-II,Crabtree & Evelyn

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Hello everyone =)

Sorry for disappear for a month and now i back with my 2 month empties review .


1.Mamonde rose water toner


 -This is Olive base lip balm .
-Soft and creamer than other lip balm
-It does good in moisturizing but not overly oily 
-scentless and colorless(on lip)
-glide on smoothly

The one i have here is valentine version so is special pink color with two little heart printed on top of cap .
There are still 30% of product left in tube but i have to dispose it cause it started stink ,i'm sure this product is still fresh ( opened in 3month) . ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ i don't know why


3.Missha Time Revolution -The first treatment essence (Intensive )


This bring up the hype for dupe/cheaper alternative version for SK-II facial treatment essence .

-It contains 80% ferment extract
-consistency is slightly thicker than tap water
-I can feel it form a layer of moisture barrier after 2 layer apply

Full review with other essence SK-II facial treatment essence VS missha,hera,secretkey

I like Missha essence and i'm thinking about to purchase second bottle too !


4.SK-II facial treatment uv protection


-Spf 25 PA++
-Almost scentless
-Feel like silk , feather-like

I have done full SK-II uv  review here http://zoehon.blogspot.my/2016/03/review-sk-ii-uv-protection-facial.html

I like this sunscreen sooo much althoght there are tons of cheaper pick in store but i truly fall in love with this. It blends beautifully and make my skin look radiant and smooth out complexion .



5.Shiseido Fino Premium Touch

 -This is a cheap yet effective hair pack/hair mask that available in almost every japan drugstore .
-ointment consistency , leave it on washed wet hair for few minute and rinse off
-It makes my hair extremely soft and smooth , i use twice a week because i have untamed fizzy hair .
-Smooth and silky can last for about 2 days 
-Scent is good, and long lasting

I highly recommend this hair mask , it really can make hair look and feel smoother (This is my 5/6 bottle ). It cant heal split end, but definitely can make your hair look improve and manageable.


6.Crabtree & Evelyn -Pear& Pink magnolia body wash


-Gel type body wash , create moderate lather/foam ( i always use shower puff to create luminous richness bubble )

-Smell extremely good , sweet-feminine-cute-floral (I not really well to describe a scent , but this smell fantastic )

-I feel slightly dry after come out from the shower but didn't feel irritating.

This is my favorite scent/series from Crabtree&Evelyn and i always repurchase (must have it in my bathroom ) . This body wash really helps to cheer me up during the day i feel depressed or tired .


7.SK-II Stempower eye cream


-Glass bottle with twist lid , 15g
-Creamy and easy to spread like melted butter
-Light scent , this have the same smell with SK-II stempower face cream

I adore this eye cream , it did hydrate and lock moisture for entire night ,but not overly heavy or oily that cause me milia .


8.Gamila Secret Cleansing Bar


- An olive base cleansing bar that suitable for all skin type even babies
-No artificial perfume ,preservative and coloring
-sting if bubble accidentally goes into eyes , so beware
-With tons of good plant oils and extracts , have a look with their gorgeous ingredients list .

It is a box cube shape cleansing bar , the one i shown in picture is the leftover (most of the leftover soap bar look bad , so is normal ) . But i must say , this cleansing bar is the best .I using gamila secret cleansing bar for almost 3 years and i have try a lots different flavor, they all are great , especially on problem or sensitive skin . It helps to reduce acne, calm down redness and make my skin problem-less .
*If you are going to buy one to try , always remember to 'activate' the soap every time you use . If you only use it in normal way , it just a normal cleansing bar .If you massage and warm it up , it can be transform into a great lifesaver for your skin .



9.Naturals by Watsons  -Olive body lotion

-White and creamy body lotion
-Easy to spread and leave no sticky residue after 10 minutes
-Smell perfumy but not overpowering, it last about 1 or 2 hours

I got this lotion during watsons sales , the smell is acceptable and cheap. But sadly it doesn't protects my skin from dryness like what it claims on the bottle . I can always find other lotion that have same consistency but deliver more powerful moisturizing 


10.Etude house sunprise mom&kids

-SPF 35 PA++

-Doesn't leave white cast and light weight consistency

-Pretty strong floral perfume and the scent will only fade out after an hour

I tried on shop and didn't realize that the perfume were that strong ( because etude house always smell so good ) . Although the texture was great  , but i prefer scentless sunscreen for my children , so would not repurchase again .


11. KYL (kuang yuan liang ) Luffa spring water

-Tap water consistency
-Almost scentless , or just slightly gourd scent

I use this as a toner , but doesn't do anything for me .
I have try to soak this with cotton pad and use as a mask but it still doesn't gives any hydration on my skin .




Thanks for reading =)

Lotion,

Review - SK-II Toner / Lotion - Facial Treatment Clear lotion, Cellumination Mask-in-lotion , Whitening Source Clear lotion

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Hello , today i want to talk about all SK-II toner/lotion.

They categories in toners but they named it 'lotion' because most of japan brand name their toner as lotion , so when you see 'lotion' in japan skincare products , that mean toner .


toner/lotion functions
1.Purify the skin, remove dead skin cells
2.Primed skin and prepare for subsequent skin care products.



I have all 3 types lotion from SK-II ,
1.Facial Treatment Clear Lotion
2.Cellumination Mask-In-Lotion
3.Whitening Source Clear lotion

I apart them according to function , because i found that these 3 suitable for almost all skin type, even sensitive.



1.Facial Treatment Clear Lotion
Completes the cleansing ritual by removing residual impurities and dead skin cells.

This effective toning lotion with a mix of AHA and Pitera exfoliates dead skin cells and impurities. Its clarifying formula prepares the face for the rest of your skincare regimen.


This is my 3rd bottle , i always get it in a set with Facial Treatment Essence .
 This is the festival set that SK-II launch during almost every year end ,it contains a bottle of Facial Treatment Essence and Facial treatment essence clear lotion .

Facial Treatment Clear Lotion contains Galatomyces Ferment Filtrate (which we call 'Pitera' in common), Lactic Acid (AHA),Salicylic Acid ( BHA) .
AHA and BHA are a well known ingredients that helps to soften and remove dead skin cell , at the same time it helps control sebum too .

-Water-like consistency and odorless .
-Must apply with cotton , you will notice little tiny yellowish and dirt after wipe .
-Heavy glass bottle with twist lid

Facial Treatment clear lotion contains low percentage of AHA and BHA , which suitable to use as daily exfoliate ,i suggest 3 times a week for those who have super sensitive/dry or people who have not much sebum . I use as daily bases , it doesn't feel sticky or heavy. It boost up effect of subsequent product because it helps to remove sebum and dead skin cell which ease up absorption . It doesn't cause drying but also didn't gives any hydration .
It is a bit pricey for an acid toner but it really do the job and also contains galactomyces (Pitera) , and of course a good classy bottle , i still think it worth the price .
Oh ya because i got it in a set , so it is a lot cheaper XD



2.SK-II Whitening Source Clear Lotion


This light gel toner, is infused with MT Blocker that also contains Pitera™, which gently remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface.

This advanced exfoliating lotion controls melanin production to help diminish the appearance of spots. Over time, your skin becomes brighter and more translucent.
-Copied from SK-II official website

Grey-silverish thick plastic bottle with pump , i use 2 pump with cotton pad .
I not sure what MT Blocker is.. so cant comment much with this
But as the name 'clear lotion' , it also function to exfoliate . But it have an unique light gel consistency .


It contains SK-II signature Pitera (Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate). And also contains Ascorbyl Glucoside , Niacinamide which benefit in whitening and brightening .


 Although product name is 'clear lotion' but the contains is not clear or lotion neither lol .
This so called 'clear lotion' is slightly runny light gel consistency with 'rice water' color , scentless .
I can't exactly tell how it gives whitening but i can feel it will gives some help , for long term .
No AHA or BHA , which more comfortably for people who don't like acid type clear lotion . I can feel it gives more moisture than the original Facial Treatment Clear lotion , and doesn't feel harsh while i wipe over my face . It doesn't provide a strong 'clarifying' feature like what Facial Treatment Clear Lotion does .



3. SK-II Cellumination Mask-In-Lotion


Specially formulated with SK-II’s unique whitening complex Aura Bright Cocktail EX that contains Pitera™. This one-of-a-kind mask in the form of a toning lotion immediately brightens and softens your skin, preparing it to receive the full benefit of the SK-II regimen that follows. This mask-like experience reveals your skin’s natural luminosity by lightening the appearance of spots and reducing dullness.

They gives the name 'mask-in-lotion', which mean you able to get moisture face mask effect by just apply few drop of this lotion .
Colorful opal color glass bottle with twist lid ,delicate and sleek .

As usual it contains SK-II signature ingredient Pitera (galactonyces ferment filtrate) . It also contain  niacinamide and ascorbyl glucoside which helps brightening (because Cellumination is SK-II brightening line ) .Addition hyaluronic acid ,centella asiatica extract , and Saccharomyces Cerevisiae extract to boost up the hydration . Oh ya forget to mention , fragrance . It smell amazing and fade out after a minute .

Although the bottle look beautiful opal color but actually the product itself is milky rice water color, It is thick liquid consistency which make it glide on my face very smoothly ,it gives instant good hydration , plump, and brightening immediately .
I pour a few drops on my palm and apply upwards, i found it needs a lots of product to wet a piece of cotton pad so i prefer to use my bare hand .It absorb in a minute and leave no stickiness , but a healthy glow. For the day i need extra boost of moisture i will apply two or three layer .


Thanks for reading =)

Empties,

Empties : SK-II , TonyMoly , La prairie

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Hello everybody =)

It's time to update my empties product review  .

I found this topic really helps to reduce waste of product, i will pick those products that spend more than half and push myself to finish up just to write this topic .

Oh ya , and those products that i lazydidn't make full review will shown in empties review too .



First , start with TonyMoly Brightening Peeling Gel

-Mild Peeling gel with flower extract

-Squeeze a coin size and rub onto skin , it will create those tiny little white 'peel' .
-More rough/dead skin you have , more white peel you got .

To be honest , i didn't finish up whole bottle , i gave it to my youngest sister .

I got this because it show up in Morgan's favorite list ( youtube:Thebeautybreakdown) , i put it in my shopping without try on in their counter .

And i regret on the first time i apply on my face , because ... the fragrance

The smell is like ... hmm artificial , so its not what i thought from their packaging written ' with flower extract ' , maybe they have , but i also sure that they put lots of perfume too .

*For me it smell like 'restaurant wet tissue' .  That i only use it to wipe hand but not face .

I didn't blame others because it really get the job done , my skin turn super soft after using this . But the fragrance really push me away.

Perfume smell differently on different people , so i suggest try it in their counter before buy .


2. La prairie Cellular Time Release Moisture Intensive Cream


-Transparent jar with silver lid
There are some printed word on bottle are disappear because i always open it with wet hand .
This is how it actually look like .

Luxurious packaging and made in Switzerland
30 ml
 Thick creamy consistency , not balmy . I always rub between my finger before apply on my face .

This is my first La prairie moisturizer that i purchase full size , this is their basic line which provide long-term moisturizing effect . Long story short , I LOVE THIS   . This moisturiser gives intensive and long lasting moisture , i don't know what black magic they put in this bottle .

I use it day and night , it didn't feel oily but will leave a 'sheen' on top of my skin , my pore didn't show up much during hot sunny day and my skin feel wonderful during the night with air-conditioning .

For downside , the price tag and fragrance . As i mention before , perfume smell differently on different people . For me , the result is superior and the scent still acceptable , so Yes i will purchase other la prairie moisturizer in future .



Follow up with few SK-II products


SK-II Whitening power spot specialist

Full review here

I did write a full review for this essence , as summary
-transparent liquidly , easy to absorb
-Fragrance free
It really works to fade out my dark spot

 SK-II Cellumination Aura Essence

Full review here

I did a full review before , please click the link above .
as summary
-White liquid , contains  pearl glitter
-Good floral scent
- Absorb quickly and leave a glowing finish

It didn't do much on my skin , so i wouldn't repurchase .



SK-II Facial Treatment UV Protection SPF 25 PA++

Full Review here

One of my favorite sunscreen , it leave my skin feel ultra comfortable and weightless.
I use it as daily sunscreen (mostly indoor),my skin feel smooth and radiant .

The big big downside is the pump unable to reach bottom , so i need to use tools to scoop it out .


Thanks for reading =)

Hera,

Review : (Essences)SK-II Facial Treatment Essence VS Missha , Hera ,Secret key

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Helo everybody =)

Today i want to compare SK-II Facial treatment essence with other watery essences.

If you wonder what is watery essence , SK-II Facial treatment Essence is a great representative.

This ' Treatment essence' is light weight and almost water-like ,high performance and helps to recuperate skin condition.

Because it is watery , the best way to use it is apply this before other heavier/thicker products.

Cleansing - Toning - Watery essence - essence/serum/ampoule(Which thicker) - Moisturizer


I skip the packaging and ingredients list because SK-II FTE  just too well-known.
This is 330ml bottle with pump , which is the biggest size in counter .
I prefer this because bottle is durable and easy to control amount that i need .

This is how they discovery 'Pitera' (The main ingredients in SK-II Facial treatment essence  )

My thought about SK-II Facial Treatment Essence :
-Almost water-like consistency .It smell like saliva and a bit sour ,it doesn't smell good for me,It is because it contains high percentage fermentation liquid , but don't worry the smell will fade out quickly.
-Fragrance-free
- I get 1 or 2 pump onto cotton pad and pat onto my face and neck .( and repeat 2 times)
 *I found this way work best on me . if you worry it will spend too much of product , you can try   with just one layer .
-It doesn't feel heavy or sticky after apply 3 layer , it create a healthy glow.
-It does good job in clarifying , and even out skin tone
-I can definitely feel  my skin turn 'crystal clear' like what advertisement said (in three weeks)
-It doesn't give much in moisture/hydrate, you will still need to apply hydrating serum afterward if you have dry skin
-Why this essence so special for me  , it is because it helps to balance my combination skin . I have a bother combo skin , my T zone is oily and U zone is dry . I get blackhead forest always  and dry itchy on my cheek. I can feel my skin being 'balance' after i use SK-II facial treatment essence , fewer dry and itchy , and less sebum produce . 
This make my skin having less problem and i like it =)

These is all my thought for SK-II facial treatment essence , I enjoy the process and results , and i will always repurchase ( I didn't use everyday but i always come back to this when feel i need )



Before i start to talk about others essences , i wanna share my favorite cotton pad to apply watery essence or expensive lotion.

I found that using cotton pad to apply essence are convenient and evenly . I wet cotton pad with essence and slowly pat onto my skin , and repeat at least 2 times to achieve best results ( I didn't do this way everyday because this will make my bottle finish up quickly)


Unicharm Silcot Sponge facial cotton 
Make skin amazingly moist with 50 % less lotion

As you see the name ' sponge ' , this cotton doesn't feel cotton , it more like a thin layer of sponge .
It doesn't give silky/soft feeling like others cotton pad when you wipe over your skin , so this sponge are suitable to ' pat' on skin .
Its perfect to use as cotton pad face pack or to apply 'expensive' lotion , because it really need only a tiny bit to wet whole cotton .

 This is the side view of silcot sponge cotton with others cotton . I can tell there are almost 3x thinner than others .

I do a experiment to show how it really spend less lotion , i took 2ml water and spread on different cotton and you can notice the difference ;


These are 3 different type of cotton pad
Left to right
1. Guardian cotton facial square
2. Shiseido facial cotton
3. Unicharm silcot sponge facial cotton

I pump 2 ml water on each cotton , 3rd (silcot ) is almost completely wet with just 2ml .


I put on my arm and silcot sponge cotton able to stay on my skin very well .

And because it is sponge texture , you can always squeeeeeeze out all the remaining lotion in cotton.

If you looking for a cotton pad that able to help you save/spending less expensive lotion , silcot is a great choice , but the downside is it doesn't feel silky soft .




Okie now start off with other watery essences that i wish do comparison with SK-II facial treatment essence .
I would like to call them SK-II essence 'alternative'.
You can pick the one according to your skin needs and budget .


1.Missha Time revolution The First Treatment Essence . 130ml


-Made in korea
-Contains fermented yeast extract 80 %
-Transparent plastic bottle with twist lid
-At the first step of skin care after cleansing
Step : Cleans - The First Treatment Essence - Eye cream -  Lotion - Cream

-Missha essence smell like rice wine for me , ya cooking rice wine
This one .lol . But a lot gentle , no worry it won't make you drunk haha
-Missha gives more moisture , so two layer are enough
-It does soothing , even skin tone , and balance sebum level
-Watery consistency , just a tiny bit thicker than SK-II one 

For me , Missha is more like Robin , Yes the Batman's sidekick  (and of course , SK-II is the batman)
Missha do a good job like what SK-II does, but in mild , slower way .

For example SK-II essence gives 'crystal clear skin' in 3 weeks, missha essence will need to take around 5-6 weeks .


If you looking for cheaper alternative for SK-II essence , Missha First Treatment Essence really worth to try . First the price is a lot cheaper and it gives the 'close to' result too . I use this as a maintain product , as i mention earlier i didn't spend SK-II essence everyday , so i will use Missha essence during the day i didn't use SK-II .



2.Hera Cell Essence -This 15ml mini trial size

-This is my last trial bottle , i got a 5 or 6 bottle of sample when i order something from a korean
 merchant
-Watery consistency ,the color look like barley water
-Smell good and delightful  (in perfumey )
-Gives brighten and even skin tone , i can feel it in two week , my skin is fair and glowing .
-I can feel my pore getting smaller a bit , and skin seem more lively

I like this products , it does a good job but not in the same way with SK-II essence , Hera really brighten up my skin like having a spotlight on top ..lol
I not sure will i repurchase this in future because the scent a bit bothering me , it gives good smell but too intense for me because it doesn't fade right away , and as i layer up other essence and cream , the smell mash up ¯\_(°╭╮°)_/¯ ..



3. Secret key starting treatment essence-150 ml ( Rose edition )

-inexpensive , less than Rm50 including shipping .
-Good glassy and classy packaging , look similar with SK-II essence .
-Give hydration (only )
-I like to layer up to get a good moisture barrier for my skin .Sometime i use this to soak in cotton pad and have a quick 3 minutes mask .
-Mild and natural rose scent
-Contains Galactomyces and others plants extract .
-Alcohol, coloring, fragrance ,paraben free

This is not the best product as an alternative for SK-II essence , because the results are totally different . But it gives hydration and the contains are pure and natural ( you can click on the picture to read full ingredients list) . I still recommend to try since it is cheap ,especially for people who just started spending in skincare and need a lightweight essence .


Thanks for reading
Stay tune for my second episode SK-II essence comparison .

Astalift,

Empties : Skin 1004, Hatomugi ,Lirikos ,Astalift , Piolang , IQueen

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Hello =)

Is end of august now , so its time to update my empties record (=^-ω-^=)



1. Skin1004 centella asiatica ampoule 100

Calming ampoule - Trouble care- Skin marks care
-No alcohol , coloring and fragrance
-100 ml 
-Light-weight liquidity runny consistency , just slightly thicker than toner
-Not heavy or sticky after put on second layer
-Gives hydration and calm redness
Calming - Yes
Trouble- No
Marks care-No
-Cheap and huge bottle

It gives light hydration and no bad react during breakout and sunburn , but i can't get any other benefit other than that .

I didn't finish whole bottle before it gets expire, i only manage to spend around 80%


2.Imyu naturie Hatomugi skin conditioner

Contains natural plant extract hatomugi (coix seed )
500ml


-Contains alcohol and paraben families preservative

Although it contains alcohol but doesn't make bad react on me , and didn't sting my eye.
Selling price is less than Rm30 which is very very cheap.
You can use in many way, soak with cotton and make a quick mask . Or as toner, mist spray .
It gives lowlight hydration and a tiny brighten effect.
I use it to remove the sheet mask residue on face because i lazy to wash it off . It is light and cheap so i will soak whole cotton pad and wipe .



3. Lirikos Marine Collagen V ampoule

10 ml
Lirikos may no famous in other country , it actually a good brand under Amore Pacific
Amore Pacific all-brands

Ampoules are Lirikos Hero products.There are a lots different type , hydration,collagen,wrinkle,whitening ..


I brought a box which contains 6 bottle ( and i get another 6 bottle for free during event )
Each bottle must be consume in 2 weeks to ensure the product activeness .
Is almost a gel consistency , takes 30 seconds to fully absorb and leave a sheen on face. Non sticky and its okie to layer on other products.
I feel my skin are firmer,good nourishing and pore slightly tighten after finish whole bottle .
It is good for people who started feel outflow of collagen . I recommend it for people who 25-35 to use this because it is light weight and really gives enough power for collagen boosting . But for people who over 35 i suggest to try lirikos wrinkle ampoule .

Oh ya , a big weak point for this products is the scent , strongly fragrance and its definitely not natural .I think because they need to cover up the marine collagen odor (i'm not sure , just give a guess ).



4.Astalift Lunamer brightener

100ml
The name 'brightener' is not a serum or essence that helps to bleachwhiten your skin , is a product to remove dead skin cell without harsh scrub .
Juicy Gel consistency , it doesn't leave any sticky residue .
Scentless.
I always get dirty cotton pad while apply this,so i think it really do the job .

It doesn't help for the tiny bump on my face so i switch to AHA contains product and i found AHA work better on me .
It is still good for people who want to have mild exfoliate (it doesn't drying which is a plus .) 



5.Piolang 24k gold wrapping mask .

Gorgeous packaging , black heavy glass jar with gold printed word .
contains gold , snail extract , seaweed extract , jojoba seed oil

1.Apply a layer on face and wait it dry .
2.Peel off from bottom to up
 
 Inside is really really 'gold' .It is runny that i thought but still convenient to apply . Remember not to put too much in one time .


Hmm this mask is not hydration,no brightening , no remove dead skin cell ,no improve skin tone... Sorry i cant see any ,even a tiny bit .
I read lots of good review at althea (shopping website ) maybe it just not suitable for me ┐_㋡_┌


6.IQueen Wrapping Mask Ex

 1 box = 5 pcs

2 step mask .
Step 1 : a serum
Step 2 ： a dry transparent mask sheet (yes is dry , like rice paper wrapper but not as hard )
This is the serum in first step , you need to apply half of packet on face ( and keep the rest )

This is what you have in second step , a dry mask sheet . Now place the dry mask sheet on wet face .
Voola ! magic happen , the dry mask started dissolve and stick on face . Now apply the first step serum that you keep in packet .

You will feel it started dry and peel it off after 15 minutes .

It is a interesting mask , gives a little tighten and firming effect after use but doesn't last long . Because the mask are little pricey so i don't think the result worth the money . You can still buy and try because it is fun to use .


That's it for my August 2016 empties review =)


Thank you for reading .