[Review] Nature Republic Chamomile Real Nature Cream

Claims to:
Mild moisturizing cream found from nature, the nutritional content of chamomile gently soothes cream, whilst help promoting healthy radiating skin

Ingredients:
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Triethylhexanoin, Glyceryl Sterate, Sucrose Polystearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Beeswax, PCA Dimethicone, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium, Begamia fruit oil, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Santalum Album Oil, Melia Azadiratcha Flower extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia seed oil,

Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Melia Azadiratcha Leaf extract, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower Extract, Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/ Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Jasminum offcinale oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil,  Myrtus Communis Oil, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Rose Flower Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexandiol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Glucoside, Caprylic/Carpic Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Dimethiconol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Tromethamine, Cholesterol, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Citric Acid, C14-22 Alcohols, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate

Directions: At the last step of basic skincare, apply appropriate amount of the product all over the face in a gentle tapping motion
Size: 50ml
Price: 9,900 won

In Korea for some strange reason I have been getting really bad breakouts on places where I have never gotten acne on, is around my jawline, chin and cheeks. The redness of the blemishes was never really fading away, it seems like it takes much longer to heal than my usual ones. I think my acnes were either caused by stress from studying or the environment, if not it must have been related to hormones or something.

Due to the fact that nature republic discontinued my favourite Bee Venom Cream so I decided to get my hands on the recently launch range, as it was on 50% sale.

First of all I really like the simple packaging of the slight transparent brown jar, alongside with a black lid, it makes it looks so classy like some natural professional brand (belif or fresh). Inside it came with a plastic seal like typical Korean brands very hygienic.

To my surprise the smell was actually very similar to the bee venom line except it is more soothing and less fragranted.

The texture of the cream is really hard to describe at first I thought it will be watery like a typical gel cream, however it was nothing like that. The cream itself is definitely more stiff and it feels like it will lock in the moisture better than most gel cream. The texture of it somewhat resembles to waxes or perhaps Doctorcos cream but thicker.

After applying it on it is definitely not sticky unlike gel cream where it seems like everything is gone after absorption, this does leave a layer of ‘something’ on but that layer does not create rubbery shred when mix with other products. But somehow makeup doesn’t sit well on the face after applying this cream on, or maybe I was just in a rush to put my make up on before letting the cream itself sink into my face.

Referring back to what it claims, it definitely helps with soothing the redness on my skin and it actually does not irritate my eczema skin but rather calms it down, preventing it from being itchy. As for the radiant part I didn't see much of a result on that maybe I have to use it for much longer to see.


Will I repurchase the product?

I will repurchase this product if my skin is on a very sensitive state because I think this really works, I would recommend this to people who suffers from sensitive skin and need hydration because this is definitely more hydrating then a typical gel cream

Overall rating:

Texture 4/5

Smell 5/5
Packaging 4.5/5
Effectiveness 3.75/5
Hygiene 4.5/5

This product is not sponsored 

[Review] The Saem Arabia Treasure Ultra Moisture Body Cream

Claims to:
The oatmeal absorbs the moisture in the air and forms the protection film on the skin to prevent the evaporation of the moisture.

The shea butter extracted from the seeds of sapotaceae tree continues to keep moisture steadily to give a moisturizing effect

Ingredients:Unfortunately the hotel cleaner threw away my packaging box. I will upload the ingredient list when I repurchase this product.

Directions: 
Relieving moderate dryness feeling, apply appropriate  amount to the skin with massage gently, focus on dry and rough part is recommended

Size: 200ml
Price: 10,000 won

My skin was absolutely dehydrated from the harsh weather in Korea, as compared to the weather in Hong Kong which was much more humid. ( I can survive in Hong Kong without putting body creams on, especially in summer you wouldn't want to put anything on, because the weather itself is already causing you to feel very sticky >.< Yuck!)

I got this cream as a birthday present from my friend, I absolutely love it because I am in need of one.

The packaging of this design is nothing fancy or cute, just a simple design in a tube format. I think because of how convenient the packaging is and how it doesn't take up much space on my desk so I m constantly reminded that I have to apply cream on myself. I applied this cream on three times a day.

Honestly the texture was really different to my expectation, I was expecting something creamy or buttery like the 'Kiehl's Creme de Corps'. Rather then a buttery texture it has a consistency between cream and gel, somewhat reminds me of honey. The texture is nor thick or thin, but glossy like honey. It is slightly sticky after you apply it on, but in such dry weather you would not find it annoying, plus the absorption is quite fast so after the cream sinks in, it will not be sticky.

This does keep your skin really hydrated and moisturize. But does it help reduce dry wrinkles caused by dehydration, I didn't see much of a result till nearing to the end of using this product.

I think the scent of this product is very addictive, it smells sweet like lavender-like scent.


Will I repurchase the product?

If only this was slightly cheaper I will definitely say yes, because for the same price I can probably can my hands on Nivea body cream which will last much longer than this product.
If this was on sale I will definitely repurchase it again, for now I am contemplating whether I should get another one.

Overall rating:

Texture 3.75/5
Smell 5/5
Packaging 4.5/5
Effectiveness 3.75/5
Hygiene 4.5/5

This product is not sponsored 

[Review] Innisfree Soybean Energy Essence

Claims to:
"It purifies your dull skin tone, while boosting up your disturbed skin texture, leaving a translucent, healthy looking complexion"

Ingredients:
Soybean ferment Extract, Propanediol, Arbutin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Nelumbonucifera Flower Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Subtilisin, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PEG/PPG/Poly Butylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, BIS-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane 1, 3-Hexanediol Sodium Polycrylate, Glyceryl  Carprylate, Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta

No surprise, this is another product famous for being the dupe of the SKII treatment facial essence.

Directions: 
Smooth an appropriate amount over cleansed face. Wet cotton pad with essence and pat to allow formula to fully absorb into skin.

Size: 80ml and 150ml
Price: 80ml= 22,000 KRW
           150ml= 35,000 KRW

The texture of this essence is really viscous, is even more viscous than the SK II treatment facial essence, but I honestly prefer this over the SK-II because it is odorless unlike the SK-II which actually smells like some kind of stinky water, actually SK-II treatment essence smells similar fancl products at first than after oxidization it turns kind of smelly (And also this is much cheaper than SK II haha).

 When first apply on to the face, it does feel sticky but as you let the product sink into your skin the sticky residue goes away. I find it interesting and enjoyable to use, because as I am  patting this product around my face to let it sink in, the thick viscosity of the product causes it to create a stringy effect, similar to when you use snail products :D

The product does do what it claims, after finishing using the 80ml product for over 2 months, I see a significant results, and my skin is less bumpy and dull looking. A lot of my friends have complimented as to how healthy my skin looks, so I must say this is my holy grail product :D

However the only downside of this product is that, I cannot use this product on consecutive days as it causes me to have breakouts, so I only used this product for a maximum of 3 times a week. And also, I won’t use this product during summer season (in humid places e.g. Hong Kong), unless I am under an air condition environment overnight, because as I have stated this product can be sticky when you first apply onto your face. Other than that I enjoy using this product :D

This summer they have launched a new version which is specially made for summer, it is the soybean energy essence light version, personally I haven't tried it yet, so I couldn't give you guys a review on it.

I love the packaging, it looks kinda luxurious because the bottle looks like glass but in fact is only plastic, so is not heavy and less prone to breaking :D

Will I repurchase this product?
Yes I would, perhaps I should say I just got myself a 150ml version of this product. (To be honest there is a such a big difference in size, comparing the size of the two bottles is so shocking haha)

Overall rating:

Texture 5/5
Smell 5/5
Packaging 4.5/5
Effectiveness 4/5
Hygiene 4/5

This product is not sponsored I purchased it with my own money

[Review] Doctorcos Amino Acid Hybrid Sheet Free Mask Advanced

The worst thing to ever do is forget your own moisturiser on your trip! So I went to Korea without my cosmetics, so I was in need of something moisturising as it was winter (snowing) in Korea. So I ended up shopping at some random discount store, and asking for some recommendation, the sales person ended up recommending me this cream.

This cream claims to:

" This new beauty technology  allows a three layer effect to ensure the skin is  provided with nutrients, skin pore tightening effects, increased elasticity, intensive moisturising and incredible hydration capibilities to give a soft, youthful, dewy glow. No need for extra serums. This all in one product does it all!"

"Alcohol Free, Ammonia Free, Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free, Silicon Free, Formaldehyde Free and Contain Minerals"

Ingredients:
Water, Cyclomethicone, Butylene Glycol, PEG-32, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone Crossopolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Alcohol, Cetyl PEG, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Chloride, Betaine, Raffinose, Velvet Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Stem Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract, Astagalus membranaceus, Ceramide 3, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydrolyzed collagen, Human Oligopeptide-1., Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein, Copper Tripeptide-1

[I am not sure if this is the exact ingredient list as I found this on the net]


Directions:

• Day Cream

• Apply a 1-2mm layer of cream all over the face. This cream can also be used under make-up for a smoother application

•  Makeup + Cream

• You can also blend this cream with BB cream or foundation at a 8:2 ratio. (8 being the foundation or BB cream and 2 as the doctorcos cream)

• Sleeping Mask

• Massage a 2-3mm layer of the cream on the face and neck then sleep with it. Rinsing is not necessary, but if you like you can rinse it off in the morning.

Cost: 15,000 won
Size: 110 ml (but i know it comes in a tube form which is 60g)

This product is highly raved about in Asia, however I totally was not aware of this trend when I was purchasing this product.

The packaging of this product is nothing fancy just something really simple, however is not very hygienic as it is in a jar form and it did not come with a mini spatula/ spoon. On the other hand it did come  with a plastic sealing cap to prevent dust and germs :D

Sorry about the wrong order of this picture 

The texture of this cream is very lightweight and is white in colour, but it is kinda half transparent, so it doesn't look entirely white, more to a "milky" look, is really hard to describe the texture but is similar to a gel cream, or perhaps silicone primers (however this product does not contain silicone), this texture is not sticky at all and very refreshing and fast absorption.

As you are blending out the cream onto your face, it forms water droplets, this helps to lock in your moisture.

After this cream settles in your face, it creates a barrier over your skin, however that barriers is not like a film texture, so you can definitely feel safe if you are intending to apply make up after using this product.

The scent is very refreshing and mild, it smells kinda similar to a citrus scent.
(Is really hard describing the scent T.T)

I think this product is not very effective as it is not hydrating enough, especially if you live in dry environment like Australia or the harsh snowing winter in Korea. But perhaps if you live in hot humid country like Malaysia this will be a very nice product as it is not sticky. However if you work in an air conditioned environment I don't think purely relying on this cream will be sufficient. I would recommend this product to mainly people with normal skin, but for people with oily skin is worth trying in humid and hot weather. As for dry skin, I don't think I will recommend this product to you guys.

My general thoughts on this product is that  it is not very effective as  I did not see my pores minimizing, as well as other factors it claims to do such as improving skin elasticity, intense moisturising and dewy youthful glow. I kinda think this product is over raved.

Although this product is quite cheap but I don't think I will repurchase it as I did not see any effects on my skin,

Overall rating:

Texture 5/5
Smell 4/5
Packaging 3/5
Effectiveness 1/5
Hygiene 3/5

This product is not sponsored I purchased it with my own money

[Review] Ciracle Red Spot Healing Cream

Hey readers, I am really sorry for my lack of updates, I am still overseas at the moment, so I don't have a computer or wifi to use... even when I do is like public places so is very hard for me to post an update, but luckily today I have the chance to hehe

This products claims to:

Ciracle Red Spot Healing Cream specializes in soothing and reducing existing trouble spots. The Red Spot Healing Cream formula uses gentle herbal extracts to reduce skin inflammation and bacteria, so that your skin can recover a lot faster. If you are prone to picking your spots and scarring easily, apply this cream to areas that need repairing and it well not only help to reduce the problem, but it will also help to protect the growth of new skin.

Directions: Apply all over the face or just to the areas with post acne scars. Apply after toner and serum, before moisturizer. Recommended for both morning and night. Ingredients: Water, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 60, Sophora Japonica Flower Extract, Aspergillus/Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Ferment Filtrate, Bacillus Ferment, Centella Asiatica Extract, Silica, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Sulfur, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben Product Size: 30mL Cost:CIRACLE    Red Spot Cream     USD16.99 I'm not pretty sure if all of you guys know the youtuber/ blogger yellowycream or Liah but I really like her reviews on youtube,her reviews on products are just so real and persuasive, I honestly want to buy all the products she recommends haha. I have seen a lot of positive reviews from other famous youtubers and bloggers such as beautifymeeh.... Anyways the main point is I was convince to buy this product haha, since it sounds so great :D I have tried this product for around 4 months now so I thought I should do a review :D The packaging of this product is not anything grand nor fancy, it is just very simple like some medical brand cosmetics, I actually quite like the design, especially on the top, it has a little cartoon drawing. The texture of this cream is very much like typical thick and rich cream, is not runny or anything like gel creams, and it is light green in colour (you can't really tell in the photo probably because of the flash). When you apply it on your skin it mattifies your skin and hides away some of your pores, some people don't recommend using this product during day as it leaves a white cast and it doesn't go well under your make up. But to be honest I am fine using this product under make up, but I am warning you guys not to put a thick layer under your make up, just a very very thin layer of this cream is enough, especially during summer season I think is really good as it heals my acne, while controlling the oil on my face, so my make up tends to last longer with the help of this product The smell of it is very similar to herbal medicine or ointment, is not like typical cosmetics that have a very nice smell. The smell might put some people off, but I was fine with it. When you apply it to your blemishes that just started emerging on you skin, this cream will bring it up to a "pop-able stage" with the white puss (not even joking it bring it right up to this stage after one application). I know it sounds gross but it does do that, and if you pop your pimple (yes I know I should do that but sometimes you just get tempted) and put the cream on the redness will go away in the next 2-3 days and within 4-5 days the pimple will disappear. But if you didn't pop it properly and apply this cream on you will see pus in the acne again. Generally this works on acnes that are NOT cystic or hormonal. But if you apply this on acne prone skin with no pimples emerging yet ( I wasn't sure how to use this cream before, whether on acne prone area or on the acne itself) you might experience a breakout period, but after the breakout period you will have nicer skin that is less bumpy. I don't know how to explain this properly but apparently according to the beautician, the deeper layer of my skin is not very clean, like it is congested (that probably explains why my acnes lasted for 6 years haha). So if your skin is like mine and you apply it to acne prone area you might experience severe breakouts as it helps bringing out the "dirty" stuff. So generally if you can stand the severe breakout period go ahead and try it because I seriously have to admit that you do get nicer skin afterwards (besides my pores of course, because my pores are still large hehe). Will I purchase this again? Probably not since my face has pretty much healed and also I still have half a jar left. You should never underestimate such a small jar coz a little goes a long way :) Overall rating: Texture 3.5/5 Smell 3/5 Packaging 3.5/5 Effectiveness: 3.5/5 Hygiene 2.5/5

This product is not sponsored I purchased it with my own money

[Review] Sewame PXE Anti Acne Trace-Free Repairing Serum

To be honest I don't remember when or how I know about this product, I only know the fact I have been using it for at least 3-4 years because this is definitely one of my holy grail products, if it wasn't for this product I probably have tones of pimple scars on my face, since I like popping my pimples... (sound gross >.<). I think this product last around 2 months+ for me. This products claims to: "Ice crystal gel contains plants extract that can penetrate the skin to help moisturize from the inside out. A unique formula can maintain the balance of oil and water into the epidermis, and improve the skin condition, preventing pimples." Pimples gone : Contains tanin extracted from mangosteen, to prevent pimples from the root; while balsam pear extract helps to clam irritated skin and shrink pores. Water-oil balance : Green asparagus essence maintains balance of water and oil, and fades pimple marks Trace-free perfection : Wild rosehip oil promotes collagen production and helps dilute your pimple and brighten up skin tone for a snow white appearance. Directions: After cleansing, apply an appropriate amount all over the face, then gently massage it or pat it. Ingredients: ( I will update you guys with the ingredient list when I repurchase the product because I chucked away the box it came in so I don't know the exact ingredients that are in this product) Product Size: 30mL Cost:$13.42 USD The packaging of this products is very simple it came in a paper cardboard box which this product is insides it. This product doesn't look to fancy like high end products or cute like Korean products, it just has a very simple design which I quite like. . This product is very hygienic as it comes in a tube form where I can just squeeze the product out and of course it has a lid to cover the product to prevent it from oxidizing :D The consistency of the product is similar to gels it is clear in colour, this is not a very watery gel that will start dripping when you apply it on, the gel itself stay pretty well in the shape you squeeze it until you blend it out! This serum is not very thick, it is rather light weighted, non sticky and easy to blend. It sinks into your skin really fast as well! :D After blending the product out Leaving it to dry for  around 1 minute The smell of this products is not as strong scented as Korean products, it has a really fresh and subtle smell, I was intending to describe it as a lemon like scent but to be honest i don't think is the right description. I think it smells similar to the Etudehouse Aloe Vera Soothing Gel, but definitely not as concentrated as the Etudehouse one. This product definitely work with healing my acne scars, if it doesn't work for you try using it for longer you might see the results. (because one of my friend claim it didn't work for them but I convince her to keep on using the product and eventually this product works for her! :D). I guess the effectiveness of this product really depends on the person, but I must say without this product I probably have trillion of acne scars on my face. So people who suffer from acne and have lots of scars I highly recommend it, as it is cheap and effective! I have been using this product every night for 3-4 years now! I will definitely repurchase it again!!! Overall rating: Texture 5/5 Smell 5/5 Packaging 4.5/5 Effectiveness: 5/5 Hygiene 5/5

This product is not sponsored I purchased it with my own money

[Review] Tony Moly Pocket Bunny Sleek+Moist Mist

Changing seasons =="

After going into puberty, changing season is not a big problem to me, all I get is just oily skin, but recently during the seasonal changes my skin get so tight and dry however my T-zone area is still oily T^T.

Due to the fact I am running out of moisturizer so I decided to purchase  Tony Moly pocket bunny mist since I heard a lot of good reviews about it!

The Tony Moly Pocket Bunny Mist have two version one is sleek (white) and one is moist (pink)

Directions: Close your eyes and spray the product at about 20cm away from the face. Make sure that the mist covers the entire face. Pat gently. *Note: This product can be used with or without makeup.

Cost:  approx 7.80 USD (I bought it on ebay for $10.00 USD)
Product Size: 60 mL

I purchase both versions since  I thought the sleek version is more suitable for my skin type as it is targeted at people who have oily skin, however due to the seasonal changes I find the product too drying and tight for my skin, so I repurchase the moist one instead.

Firstly I will talk about the Sleek Mist:
I think it will be very good to use during summer because it really controls my oil and set my make up. Usually my make up without setting it with powder or a fixer it will last around 3 hours then it will start melting. But after using the Sleek Mist it lasted me for a whole school day (6 hours+) not only that but I highly think is very suitable for summer because it smells so fresh as oppose to the Moist Mist where it gives off a sweet aroma!

Secondly I will talk about the Moist Mist:
This mist is targeted for people with dry skin! As I have previously stated this mist gives off a sweet scent as I compare it with the Sleek Mist where the scent is fresh! The mist itself is less drying, so if you have combination skin during autumn or winter I will recommend you with the moist mist because it doesn't tighten my skin like the sleek one. Sadly this product is not as hydrating as I thought it will be, but it does ease the tightness in my skin and it does moisten it up a bit. For those of you if you are wondering if it will sets the make up for hours all I can say is I haven't tested it out yet so I can't give you a truthful comment on that.

Overall, the packaging is really cute and adorable, it looks less plain than normal mist and also because is so small (approx 12cm) it is very convenient for me to carry out on the streets in my bag! :D. The pump of the product is very efficient unlike the Etudehouse Aloe Vera Soothing Gel where is a bit dodgy haha XD. However I notice something different about the two when you spray it in your face. When you spray the sleek mist on your face it feels very light, as if you are walking in the fog (is that even the right way to describe it), as opposed to the moist mist where when I sprayed it, I feel bigger particles like droplet of water on my face!

Comparison picture of the two mists the moist mist looks like it has more power than the sleek mist therefore the particles are bigger as it has more force

Overall Rating for Sleek Mist:

Texture 4.5/5
Smell 4.5/5
Packaging 5/5

Effectiveness: 4/5
Hygiene 5/5

Overall Rating for Moist Mist:

Texture 3.75/5
Smell 4.5/5
Packaging 5/5

Effectiveness: 3.5/5
Hygiene 5/5

This product is not sponsored I purchased it with my own money