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.

Monday, September 30, 2019

Estée Lauder Advanced Time Zone Age Reversing Line/Wrinkle Hydrating Gel Oil-Free

Estée Lauder
Advanced Time Zone Age Reversing Line/Wrinkle Hydrating Gel Oil-Free



I do like this thin condensed gel consistency when applied on my face. I have been using this for my frown lines and neck lines. I didn't notice much difference, maybe because I'm only in my early 30s but prevention is care! It's best to apply a cream afterwards because this product made not be enough for dry skin or during the winter.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Glow Recipe Avocado Sleeping Mask

I want to say that I brought it to try the brand "Glow Recipe". It does have nice ingredients and it's good for dry skin but something is missing for me. It isn't as creamy as other night creams that I've tried even though a little goes a long way. It was hard for me to use this within 6 months so maybe the texture changed after 6 months causing me to change my mind about this product. I loved it during the winter but didn't care for it during the summer. It didn't irritate my dry sensitive skin so I was ok with this product.

Friday, September 20, 2019

Iope Bio Essence Intensive Conditioning



I've waited so long and bit the bullet and purchased this product. I will try other essence, but my skin loves this product. My skin doesn't break out and my skin feels smooth after each use. I don't use the recommended amount of 1ml per usage. I don't like SK2 but love this iope essence and never turn back.

Sunday, September 15, 2019

Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation

I received this foundation as complimentary from Influenster and Shiseido for my honest opinion. I was excited for Shiseido because it's a skincare brand that I've used since I was a teenager.  The packaging is beautiful with the glass bottle and twist pump. I was so glad how weightless, smooth and matte that it applied on the face. You need at least 4 pumps to cover the entire face. The coverage is medium and it looks nice when applied. If you don't sweat and you don't move then it will look fine however, it barely lasted for 4 hours. Between my 4-8 hours shift, I would to get it off immediately. It looked so cakey and bad on my dry combination skin. I've tried it with a brush and beauty blender, setting spray and without it on two different days and it just doesn't work on my skin. I don't like how it feels when I use an oil cleanser to wash it off, but I don't have a problem washing it off with a gel cleanser. It broke me out with blemishes both times around my cheeks and chin. Too bad that I prefer the concealer over the foundation. 

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

MOTHER MADE ACTIVE CHARCOAL ENZYME POWDER WASH

MOTHER MADE ACTIVE CHARCOAL ENZYME POWDER WASH

I was quite surprised when I received this complimentary product from 0.8l and mother made in exchange for my honest review. I wanted to find a cheaper alternative to my amore pacific enzyme cleanser. I love bringing cleansers that aren't liquid because they are travel friendly and less messy. I thought this product would be a bit harsh for my dry skin but surprisingly it was very mild but strong enough to clean out my pores. It lathers well but you control the amount of water you mix the product with. My face feels smooth and refreshed after using it.

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Frudia Bluberry Hydrating Toner


I didn't think of much with this product. I thought it was going to be a thin texture but it was thick and hydrating enough that I use it after the shower on my face during the summertime. It doesn't irritated my skin; I love the scent and it moisturizes my skin..