I went from an easy, hurried, low-maintenance facial cleaning ritual to trying out the Asian 10 step skincare routine. Being raised in New York City has damaged and polluted my skin; I'm now repairing and focusing on anti-aging.
I want to buy and use products from a broad number of brands, I didn't just want to stick with one brand, I shopped around and compared all. I will try to write reviews each month, one which will be a list my skincare routine products, sharing my experiences on each product.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Pyunkang Yul Mist Toner

Pyunkang Yul Mist Toner



Just 5 ingredients but it feels like water when I spray it on my face. 
My skin loves this, especially right after the shower.

I wished that the company provided manufactured dates or expiration dates.
The only thing was that the product is good for two years but when opened, it is good for a year. Two year shelf life isn't good for the consumers if there's isn't any dates labeled on the product. Unless this changes, I will not be purchasing any products from this company. I love the texture of the product but they have to do better with the dates.

Thursday, August 23, 2018

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick in Cathedral

Satin-Matte coco Rose color

  
This is a nice autumn nude dusty rose color but after 5 usages, I'll admit that I didn't care for it anymore. It isn't smooth or creamy as the way I like but I thought I would try this satin-matte texture.




Saturday, August 18, 2018

Elizavecca EGF Special ampoule

Elizavecca ampoule

  

I love this ampoule for nighttime use after cleansing my face. It absorbs through my skin easily. It's refreshing and smooth. I have noticed my pores slowly tighten up.


Monday, August 13, 2018

August boxycharm 2018

The theme this month was life of the party. I got variation #1, weighing at 0.18kg.
I understand why they wanted to do this theme because this is the middle of summer and they wanted to add colors. But neon colors and cuticle oil didn't make any sense to me. I was highly disappointed for this month. The products in the box either didn't apply to me or they didn't really go together.

  1. Laura Lee Los Angeles Party Animal Palette - the 6 neon colors are too bright for me, especially when I work in the medical field and not a makeup artist. Boxycharm should get some colors that don't have all 6 neon colors screaming at you.
  2. House of Lashes -I know they are a great brand but I just don't want lashes. I don't use them because my eyes are sensitive.
  3. Adesse Cuticle Oil - no comment. What are you suppose to do with cuticle oil if you don't do your nails much or at all.
  4. Bang Beauty Chocolate Gel Eye Liner - I do like gel eyeliners but I prefer the pencil form and not pot form but I can probably use this for a brow liner too.
  5. Smashbox Be legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in shade Berry Ombre - I was going to buy these last month when I saw them in stores, but I decided to wait, glad I did.
  6. Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Gold Eye Mask - nice airplane goodies.
Overall, 3 out of 6 will be used and the other three will be given away.


Wednesday, August 8, 2018

belif Numero 10 essence

belif Numero 10 essence
I brought it opened in when I was in Taiwan in the beginning of the summer and it has been my combination product of toner and essence during this summer. I love it. As much as I loved this product, alcohol is the third ingredient so it will be a no repurchase after I finish the product.

Friday, August 3, 2018

Huxley secret of sahara cleansing water - be clean, be moist

Huxley secret of Sahara cleansing water - be clean, be moist


I love this as a toner or third cleansing product to wipe away any excess dirt or makeup left from foam or oil cleansers. This product is also used as an morning cleansing water. It's soft on the skin but try to avoid getting it into your eyes because it will sting a bit. This is the only Huxley product that I would recommend for all skin types. Let's be honest, who doesn't like the packaging and its fresh scent. Plus it has a stopper so you can just shake and pour out the amount that you need.