Hello all! - Tired of heavy sunblocks or white cast? Well, in this post (and in the YouTube video below) you can see the comparison between two cult, J-beauty-favourite SPFs: Nivea Japan’s UV Super Water Essence EX and UV Super Water Gel EX SPF 50+ PA++++. This review includes ingredient breakdowns, to help you decide … Continue reading [Video] Best J-Beauty SPF? Nivea UV Super Water Essence EX vs Gel EX | Full Review + Swatches
Review: TIA’M – Hyaluronic Glow Revive Serum
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: £14.39 Volume: 40ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A watery, hydrating serum containing 7 types of hyaluronic acid (targeting multiple skin layers) and 5 types of Cica to hydrate, plump and soothe the skin, as well as Panthenol, Beta-Glucanl and Ceramide NP to support … Continue reading Review: TIA’M – Hyaluronic Glow Revive Serum
Review: APLB – Coenzyme Q10 Retinol Ampoule Serum
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: ~£13.29 (Usually on sale for £7.84) Volume: 40ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: Contains a 44.1% blend of Coenzyme Q10, Retinol, and Centella water; to help reduce fine lines, improve brightness, and support the skin's barrier. [Also includes Hyaluronic … Continue reading Review: APLB – Coenzyme Q10 Retinol Ampoule Serum
[Video] Numbuzin Skincare Review: Are These Viral Korean Products Worth the Hype?
Hello everyone! Today, we’re exploring some more Numbuzin skincare—swatching, reviewing and providing dupes / alternatives for the products I’ve been testing, which are: The Numbuzin No.3 Rice Enzyme Skin Softening Cleansing Foam LINK The No.4 Hydrating Glow Mineral Toner The No.2 Protein 43% Creamy Serum Note: If you want more Numbuzin reviews, click HERE. I've … Continue reading [Video] Numbuzin Skincare Review: Are These Viral Korean Products Worth the Hype?
The Inkey List – Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum: Boost Your Skin Barrier Now [Review]
Where to purchase: The Inkey List: LINK / Boots: LINK Price: £15 Volume: 30ml Made in: Canada What is it What does it do?: A light cream-serum that deeply hydrates and strengthens the skin’s barrier function. It aims to help restore the skin's moisture retention (i.e. makes it plumper) and addresses compromised skin barrier issues: … Continue reading The Inkey List – Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum: Boost Your Skin Barrier Now [Review]
The Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Cream: Best for Acne-Prone Skin?
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / iHerb: LINK Price: £23.24 Volume: 80ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: a lightweight, water-like moisturiser designed for acne-prone and oily skin, containing soothing [Cica + Green Tea etc] and hydrating ingredients to regulate sebum, reduce blackheads [Niacinamide + Zinc PCA+ Pantothenic acid - Vitamin … Continue reading The Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Cream: Best for Acne-Prone Skin?
Review: Rovectin Hyaluronic Soothing Cream – The Ultimate Hydration for All Skin Types?
Where to purchase: Rovectin: LINK / Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Superdrug: LINK / Skinsider: LINK Price: £24.90 Volume: 60ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A lightweight, gel-type cream containing eight types of hyaluronic acid, ceramide capsules, Niacinamide and Ectoin. What does it do?: Hydrate, soothe redness, strengthen the skin's barrier and … Continue reading Review: Rovectin Hyaluronic Soothing Cream – The Ultimate Hydration for All Skin Types?
Acwell Real Aqua Balancing Cream Review
Where to purchase: Soko Glam: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: $30 / £23.91 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A Watery gel-cream containing a patented N4 Complex to help lock in moisture [Which is: Houttuynia Cordata, Liquorice Root Extract, Omega-3 and 6 Fatty acids to overall hydrate, soothe and strengthen the skin's … Continue reading Acwell Real Aqua Balancing Cream Review
[Video] NEW Numbuzin Pantothenic Serum, Cream & Vitamin Toner Review – Swatches, Comparison & Dupes
Hello all! We’re diving into some new skincare releases from the cult-favourite, K-beauty brand Numbuzin. In this Blog post and in the accompanying Youtube video (see below), we’re going to swatch and review their latest line-up: No.5 Vitamin Boosting Essential Toner LINK No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Serum LINK No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream … Continue reading [Video] NEW Numbuzin Pantothenic Serum, Cream & Vitamin Toner Review – Swatches, Comparison & Dupes
Review: Dear, Klairs – Midnight Blue Clearing Water Cream
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: £18.59 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A lightweight Gel Cream containing a patented Blue Calming Formula™ [Madecassoside, chamomile-derived guaiazulene and EGF peptides], Niacinamide and 8-types of Hyaluronic acid to soothe and hydrate (restore the skin's oil-water balance) the skin, and overall condition … Continue reading Review: Dear, Klairs – Midnight Blue Clearing Water Cream
Review: Nivea UV Super Water Gel EX – SPF50+ PA++++ – Best Sunblock for Oily skins?
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: £12.25 Volume: 80g Made in: Japan What is it?: A lightweight liquid-gel sunblock for the face and body, offering high sun protection (SPF50+ PA++++). This is meant to: Have a Sweat and Water-resistant formula Moisturise the skin without leaving a sticky residue or white cast Be … Continue reading Review: Nivea UV Super Water Gel EX – SPF50+ PA++++ – Best Sunblock for Oily skins?
Best SPF Sunscreen for Oily Skin?: Neogen Day-Light Protection – Airy Sunscreen – Review
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Soko Glam: LINK / Look Fantastic: LINK Price: £15.63 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: An SPF50, broad spectrum sunblock that uses chemical (organic) filters to protect the skin. It is said to have a lightweight (airy) formula that absorbs quickly, leaving no … Continue reading Best SPF Sunscreen for Oily Skin?: Neogen Day-Light Protection – Airy Sunscreen – Review
[Review] Niod – Modulating Glucosides: Serum for Reactive Skin
Where to purchase: Deciem: LINK / The Ordinary: LINK / Look Fantastic: LINK / Adore Beauty: LINK / Selfridges: LINK Price: £27 / $35 Volume: 30ml Made in: Canada What is it?: An emulsion-type serum that works to ease skin sensitivity (i.e. reduce signs of irritation and stinging sensation) and also helps alleviate dry skin. … Continue reading [Review] Niod – Modulating Glucosides: Serum for Reactive Skin
Hydrating Sunblock: Round Lab Birch Juice SPF50+ PA++++ Review
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Beauty Bay: LINK / Ohlolly: LINK Price: £ 24.49 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: This is a high-rated protective, lightweight sunblock that aims to hydrate, moisturise and improve the skin while leaving no white cast. Supposedly Good for: All Skin Types (Even … Continue reading Hydrating Sunblock: Round Lab Birch Juice SPF50+ PA++++ Review
Pixi Beauty Hydra Lip Tint: Vegan & Cruelty-Free Lip Balm | Complete Review
Where to purchase: Look Fantastic: LINK / Target: LINK / Boots: LINK / Sephora: LINK / Asos: LINK / Marks & Spencer: LINK Price: £8 Volume: 0.16 oz / 4.8 g Made in: South Korea What is it?: Moisturising, sheer-tinted, chubby-stick lip balm. Aims to: Soften + Brighten the lips. Good for: Relatively (I wouldn't … Continue reading Pixi Beauty Hydra Lip Tint: Vegan & Cruelty-Free Lip Balm | Complete Review
The Ordinary Balancing Clarifying Serum: Complete Review
Where to purchase: The Ordinary: LINK / Boots: LINK / Space NK: LINK / Sephora: LINK / Cult Beauty: LINK Price: £20.20 Volume: 30ml Made in: Canada What is it + What does it do?: A Multi-active-containing solution (serum) that: aims to reduce skin congestion (the look of pores + bumps), reduce excess shine (reduce … Continue reading The Ordinary Balancing Clarifying Serum: Complete Review
Moisturising Bio Sun Cream for Oily & Combination Skin: Tocobo SPF50+ PA++++
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Ohlolly: LINK Price: £13.74 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A lightweight sun cream (Organic/Chemical sunblock) with a high UV rating of SPF50+ PA++++. Aims to: 1. Moisturise 2. Soothe 3. Reduce Blemishes 4. Leave no clumps 5. Provide no white cast. Supposedly … Continue reading Moisturising Bio Sun Cream for Oily & Combination Skin: Tocobo SPF50+ PA++++
Garnier UV Daily BHA + Niacinamide vs. Vitamin C Sunblocks: Complete Analysis
Hello everyone! I have recently been testing out two new sunblocks from Garnier. These include the BHA + Niacinamide Anti-Blemish Fluid [Invisible + Matte] and the Vitamin C Brightening Fluid [Invisible]. Both of these sunblocks are SPF50+ and are lightweight fluids designed for different purposes, catering to slightly different skin types. In this video and … Continue reading Garnier UV Daily BHA + Niacinamide vs. Vitamin C Sunblocks: Complete Analysis
Best Lip Balms & Masks | Ultimate Moisturising & Nourishing Recommendations
Hello everyone! If you're a regular reader of the blog, you already know that I'm a huge fan of lip balms and masks. Today, I'm excited to share with you my curated list of top-notch lip care products that I personally use and highly recommend! This collection caters to various preferences and needs, ensuring there's … Continue reading Best Lip Balms & Masks | Ultimate Moisturising & Nourishing Recommendations
Review: The Ordinary Squalane and Amino Acids Lip Balm: Moisturising and Hydrating?
Where to purchase: The Ordinary: LINK / Asos: LINK / Space NK: LINK / Look Fantastic: LINK Price: £18.50 Volume: 15ml Made in: Canada What is it?: A multi-use moisturising balm containing Squalane and Amino Acids to soften, nourish and hydrate the lips, elbows and cuticles. This does not contain Petroleum (I.e. the key ingredient … Continue reading Review: The Ordinary Squalane and Amino Acids Lip Balm: Moisturising and Hydrating?
Gentle Makeup Removal Balm: Geek & Gorgeous 101 Mighty Melt Review
Where to purchase: Geek & Gorgeous Website: LINK Price: £12.25 Volume: 100ml Made in: Hungary What is it?: A skin-gentle cleansing balm that can be used in the first step of a double-cleansing routine, to dissolve dirt and makeup. It emulsifies when in contact with water and is meant to rinse off easily with no … Continue reading Gentle Makeup Removal Balm: Geek & Gorgeous 101 Mighty Melt Review
Purito Oat-In Skincare Line: Review & Dupes
Hello all! - Are you a fan of the skin-nourishing power of oats like I am? After my lukewarm experience with the Purito Oat-in Gel Cream (check out my review HERE), I wanted to delve deeper into Purito's oat-infused skincare line. This time, I set my sights on their Oat-In Toner and Oat-In Moisturiser. In … Continue reading Purito Oat-In Skincare Line: Review & Dupes
Review: The Ordinary Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner – The new I’m From Rice Toner?
Where to purchase: The Ordinary: LINK / Sephora: LINK / Space NK: LINK Price: £12.40 Volume: 100ml Made in: Canada What is it?: A milky toner containing 30% Saccharomyces Ferment (Yeast Ferment) and squalane. Aims to: Reduce textural Irregularities, Dryness + Uneven Skin Tone + reduce the look of dark spots. What the brand says: … Continue reading Review: The Ordinary Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner – The new I’m From Rice Toner?
Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF50+ Lip Balm Review: New Formula Swatches
Hello all! - It is important to remember, when applying sunblock, to also cover the lips! However, for some, that may not ''taste'' that great or sunblock could dry out the lips, therefore, I like to apply lip products that contains SPF (For instance, I've also previously recommended the Blistex SPF50+ Lip Balm REVIEW). I … Continue reading Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF50+ Lip Balm Review: New Formula Swatches
Effective Sunblocks for Oily-Combination Skin | SPF50+ Protection and No White Cast
Hello all! In this video, wanted to share with you some of my absolute top fav sunscreens with NO WHITE CAST and are lightweight and suitable even for Oily-Combination Skins! We’ll explore: 1. Their ingredients 2. Their unique qualities, 3. What other skin types they suit, 4. What skin concerns they address and 5. If … Continue reading Effective Sunblocks for Oily-Combination Skin | SPF50+ Protection and No White Cast
Lanolips – 101 Ointment VS 12-Hour Overnight Lip Mask: Complete Review and Comparison
Hello all! As you know, I purchased and have been using for a long time (my sister has too) the Lanolips 101 Ointment (My Full Review is HERE) mostly as a lip balm (particularly in the PM as I use the Ultra Violette SPF50 sheen screens in the AM - Swatches + Review HERE). But … Continue reading Lanolips – 101 Ointment VS 12-Hour Overnight Lip Mask: Complete Review and Comparison
Review: By Wishtrend – Korean Green Tea & Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash – Gentle Cleansing + Sebum Control
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: ~£19 /$20.40 Volume: 140ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: A Gel-cream-to-foam cleanser that helps cleanse the skin (and reduce excess sebum) without stripping the skin too much of its moisture (tries to hydrate the skin). Aims to: Cleanse the … Continue reading Review: By Wishtrend – Korean Green Tea & Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash – Gentle Cleansing + Sebum Control
Make P:rem Comfort Me Panthenol Moisture Essence Review: Benefits & Usage Tips
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: ~£14.80 Volume: 80ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: This is an essence containing Niosome Panthenol to hydrate, moisturise and strengthen the skin's barrier for long-lasting moisture. What is a Niosome?: To put it simply, like Liposomes, Niosomes are a … Continue reading Make P:rem Comfort Me Panthenol Moisture Essence Review: Benefits & Usage Tips
Review: Romand – Glasting Melting Balm [Dusty On The Nude Edition] – Dear Apple
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: £8.61 (or ££ 7.78 when on sale) Volume: 3.5g Shade: 14: Dear Apple Made in: South Korea What is it? + What does it do?: Moisturise the lips with a natural colour. What I think: Definitely moisturises the skin and definitely with a natural colour. Vegan?: Yes … Continue reading Review: Romand – Glasting Melting Balm [Dusty On The Nude Edition] – Dear Apple
Review: Numbzin – No.2 Deep Clean Fresh Cream Cleanser
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Amazon: LINK / Skinsider: LINK / Superdrug: LINK Price: £12.82 Volume: 120ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: The brand states that this is a ''Creamy'' cleanser that foams into a rich lather. This is meant to remove impurities (using a coconut-derived surfactant), sebum (pulls … Continue reading Review: Numbzin – No.2 Deep Clean Fresh Cream Cleanser
[Video] TXT Soobin’s K-pop K-beauty Skincare Routine: Swatches, Review, and Dupes Revealed!
Hello all! - I am thrilled to be back with another instalment of the K-pop K-beauty series, where we delve into the skincare routines of K-pop idols. Just like my Le Sserafim Chaewon and NCT Jaehyun’s Skincare Routine Breakdown Videos, in this video, we will be exploring and reviewing the K-beauty skincare routine of TXT's … Continue reading [Video] TXT Soobin’s K-pop K-beauty Skincare Routine: Swatches, Review, and Dupes Revealed!
Review: Dear, Klairs – Freshly Juiced – Vitamin C – Charging (Brightening) Serum (+ Vitamin Drop serum comparison)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Ulta: LINK / Soko glam: LINK Price: ~£35 / ~$43.29 Volume: 30ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A Vitamin C-derivative serum, containing 10% 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Niacinamide, to:1. Improve the skin's overall tone 2. Reduce pigmentation 3. Brighten the skin and 4. Boost … Continue reading Review: Dear, Klairs – Freshly Juiced – Vitamin C – Charging (Brightening) Serum (+ Vitamin Drop serum comparison)
Review: Axis-y Aqua Boosting Essence Toner + Ampoule
Hello all! - I have previously reviewed The K-beauty brand Axis-y's Sunblock (Review HERE), Cleansing Foam (Review HERE) and Duo Cream (Review HERE). I liked those products, so I decided to give some more of their unscented products a go and try the Axis-y Aqua Boosting Essence Toner and the Advanced Aqua Boosting Ampoule! These … Continue reading Review: Axis-y Aqua Boosting Essence Toner + Ampoule
Review: Aveeno- Face Calm + Restore® – Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser (What is PHA + What does it do?) + Dupes
Where to purchase: Amazon: LINK / Feel Unique US: LINK / Boots: LINK / Look Fantastic UK: LINK / Ulta: LINK / Target: LINK Price: £8-£12 (depends on whether it's on sale). Volume: 150ml Made in: France What is it?: A Gentle Oat-oil and Hydrating PHA-containing Gel/Cream unscented cleanser that aims to gently exfoliate and … Continue reading Review: Aveeno- Face Calm + Restore® – Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser (What is PHA + What does it do?) + Dupes
Review: L’Oréal Paris – Bright Reveal -Dark Spot UV Sun Fluid SPF 50+
Where to purchase: Target: LINK / Ulta: LINK / Boots: LINK / Look Fantastic: LINK / Superdrug: LINK Price: ~£19.99 / $25.45 Volume: 50ml Made in: Germany What is it?: An SPF50+ UVA / UVB, High-sun protection Fluid. This is a Chemical (Organic) sunblock. What makes this special/different?: This contains Niacinamide and LHA which, along … Continue reading Review: L’Oréal Paris – Bright Reveal -Dark Spot UV Sun Fluid SPF 50+
Review: CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
Where to purchase: Look Fantastic: LINK / Cult Beauty: LINK / Target: LINK / Beauty Bay: LINK / Ulta: LINK Price: £14.50 Volume: 236ml Made in: France What is it + What does it do?: A Cream-to-Foam cleanser that aims to gently cleanse the skin without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. This contains … Continue reading Review: CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
The Geek & Gorgeous 101 Moisturisers: Hydration Station + Happier Barrier – Swatches + Review (+ Comparison – Which is best?)
Hello all! - The Hungarian Brand Geek & Gorgeous, that creates Fragrance + EO Free, mostly-vegan + Cruelty-Free skincare (see my previous reviews from the brand HERE), released two moisturising creams for different skin types with different needs. So, in this review, we will explore the texture of these products, their formulations and compare their … Continue reading The Geek & Gorgeous 101 Moisturisers: Hydration Station + Happier Barrier – Swatches + Review (+ Comparison – Which is best?)
Review: Purito – Defence Barrier pH Cleanser (Is Tea Tree Oil safe?)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Look Fantastic: LINK Price: 12.67 Volume: 150ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: Gentle Gel cleanser with a low pH that aims to remove dirt and excess oil. Containing Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract and Royal Jelly to help the skin's barrier and … Continue reading Review: Purito – Defence Barrier pH Cleanser (Is Tea Tree Oil safe?)
Review: Dr. Ceuracle – Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence (What is Kombucha and does it work?)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: ~£30 Volume: 150ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A Vegan Cream Essence (The Cream is the white bit and the essence is the brown bit) that aims to balance the skin's oil-moisture levels and reduce irritation and sensitive skin. (Kombucha contains probiotics to hydrate … Continue reading Review: Dr. Ceuracle – Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence (What is Kombucha and does it work?)
Review: Beauty of Joseon – Revive Eye Serum – Ginseng + Retinal (+ What is Retinal Liposome?)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Beauty Within: LINK / Beauty Bay: LINK Price: £15.81 Volume: 30ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: A 10% Ginseng Root Extract (Emollient) and 2% (0.02%) Retinal (Well-ageing) Eye cream to help improve the look of fine lines / wrinkles … Continue reading Review: Beauty of Joseon – Revive Eye Serum – Ginseng + Retinal (+ What is Retinal Liposome?)
[Video] Numbuzin Cleansing Balm, Oil, No.3 Serum, Sun Essence (Sun Block) and Vitamin Concentrate Serum – Swatches + Review
Hello all! Numbuzin is a popular K-beauty brand which; I swatched some other products from the brand in this previous video (LINK) And in this video (LINK); I’m going to be swatching and reviewing some more of Numbuzin’s latest releases, find out which skin type they’re best suited for and if there are any good … Continue reading [Video] Numbuzin Cleansing Balm, Oil, No.3 Serum, Sun Essence (Sun Block) and Vitamin Concentrate Serum – Swatches + Review
Review: Timeless Skin Care – 10% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum
Where to purchase: Timeless Skincare: LINK / Yesstyle: LINK / Target: LINK Price: £18.77 / $23.85 Volume: This is 15ml (Also available in 30ml, 50ml, 120ml) Made in: The USA. What is it?: A brightening + collagen production stimulating serum containing 10% Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Ferulic Acid (Antioxidants). What does it do?: Brighten … Continue reading Review: Timeless Skin Care – 10% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum
Review: Jumiso – All Day Vitamin Pure C 5.5 Glow Serum
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK Price: ~£ 21.57 / $27.37 Volume: 30ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A Brightening Serum containing Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin to even the skin's tone and fade dark spots. Containing Black Chokeberry (and excluding Fragrance + Essential Oils) to try and reduce irritation. Aims … Continue reading Review: Jumiso – All Day Vitamin Pure C 5.5 Glow Serum
Review: Dr. Ceuracle Royal Vita Propolis 33 Ampoule
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Beauty Within: LINK Price: ~£23 Volume: 15ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: An ampoule containing Propolis + Royal Jelly + Vitamin C + Rose water+ Niacinamide + Panthenol + Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether (A Vitamin C Derivative) to relive irritated … Continue reading Review: Dr. Ceuracle Royal Vita Propolis 33 Ampoule
Review: ELMT – Pure Vitamin C 20% Element (Serum)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK Price: £36.90 / ~$45 Volume: 30ml Made in: South Korea What is it: A waterless Vitamin C Suspension, containing 20% Pure L-AA (Ascorbic Acid i.e. Vitamin C). And also (like a moisturiser), it is meant to form a protective barrier on top of the skin and give it a glow. … Continue reading Review: ELMT – Pure Vitamin C 20% Element (Serum)
Review: Haruharu Wonder – Black Rice: Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil, Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel and Hyaluronic Toner (Unscented)
Hello all! - I previously reviewed the HaruHaru Wonder Black Rice Sunblock (Review HERE) and so, was very interested in trying some more Fragrance + EO Free products from the brand. I've enjoyed their Black Rice Line and so I wanted to swatch + review three of their products, to help you make an informed … Continue reading Review: Haruharu Wonder – Black Rice: Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil, Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel and Hyaluronic Toner (Unscented)
Review: Rovectin – Vita Brightening – Dark Spot Serum
Where to purchase: Rovectin: LINK / Yesstyle: LINK / Skinsider: LINK Price: ~£25 Volume: 30ml Made in: South Korea What is it + What does it do?: A brightening (and hydrating) serum that aims to reduce the look of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, using ingredients that help prevent melanin production in the skin. Supposedly Good … Continue reading Review: Rovectin – Vita Brightening – Dark Spot Serum
Review: MiamiMD – Age Defying Lift & Firm Cream (For Neck & Face)
Where to purchase: Available at the Miami MD Website: LINK - (Use Code MSR20 - for 20% off Sitewide) Price: £69 (or £55.2 with the discount) Volume: 50ml Made in: The USA. What is it?: A well-ageing cream meant to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles (i.e. helps with elasticity and volume). … Continue reading Review: MiamiMD – Age Defying Lift & Firm Cream (For Neck & Face)
Review – April Skin: Cleansing Balm, Gel Cream, Collagen Serum + Moisturiser – Hits + Misses
Hello all! I wanted discuss Aprilskin, a popular K-beauty brand created in 2014, most notable for being Cruelty-Free and for their famous Cleansing Balm. In this review; I tried out and tested 4 of the brand's products: Their Collagen Peptide Plumping Serum, Collagen Peptide Line Smoothing Cream, Artemesia and Squalane Hydrating Gel Cream, and their … Continue reading Review – April Skin: Cleansing Balm, Gel Cream, Collagen Serum + Moisturiser – Hits + Misses
Review: COSRX – Ultra Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (Hit or Miss?)
Where to purchase: Yesstyle: LINK / Stylevana: LINK / Skinsider: LINK Price: ~£11.68 Volume: 50ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: This Lightweight, non-greasy and no white cast, SPF50 PA++++ chemical sunscreen protects the skin against UV rays while hydrating and soothing it (using Aloe + Witch Hazel + Niacinamide to help protect and … Continue reading Review: COSRX – Ultra Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (Hit or Miss?)
Review: The Byoma Phyto-Mucin Glow Serum – Better than COSRX?
Where to purchase: Byoma: LINK / Boots: LINK / Target: LINK / Space NK: LINK Price: £14.99 Volume: 40ml Made in: South Korea What is it?: A daily, fast-absorbing serum that aims to make the skin feel bouncy, radiant, and smooth. What does it do?: Hydrates + Plumps the skin / Strengthens the skin's barrier … Continue reading Review: The Byoma Phyto-Mucin Glow Serum – Better than COSRX?
[Review]: Geek & Gorgeous 101 – Power Peptides Serum
Where to purchase: Geek & Gorgeous 101: LINK Price: £15.25 Volume: 30ml Made in: Hungary What is it?: A potent, milky and moisturising peptide serum designed for smart-aging. It contains a blend of four clinically proven peptides [see below] to smooth the skin's texture and restore bounce. What is it meant to do? Stimulate collagen … Continue reading [Review]: Geek & Gorgeous 101 – Power Peptides Serum
My Skincare Regime 