An eye contour cream with vitamin C that targets the signs of ageing and fatigue, while being suitable for even the most sensitive skin. That's the tempting promise of the C5 Super Boost Eye Contour Cream by Paula's Choice. I've been using it for several months now, and I'd like to tell you my thoughts!
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CNP Propolis Energy Active Ampule is a hydrating, soothing, repairing and antioxidant serum that looks very promising on paper! It's a propolis-based serum that's been ultra-popular in Korea for years. According to the brand, they are selling 3 every minute. As a big fan of propolis-based products, I had to see if this best-selling product lived up to its reputation! Here's my detailed review.
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Since retinoids have become a major part of my skincare routine, I've had to adapt the routine considerably. I've actually added products that repair the skin's barrier, so that I don't have to suffer the sometimes drying effect so severely. Products such as this wonderful repair serum from Niche Beauty Lab Theramid Ceramide Treatment, for example. Let me introduce you to it!
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Before summer really comes to an end, let me tell you about my favorite night moisturiser for the season! Your skin is sensitive and overheated, and you don't like heavy or overly rich textures? Look no further than Pure Artemisia Watery Calming Cream from the Korean skincare brand Hanyul! You're gonna love it!
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I'm carrying on with my review of the CALM line from Paula's Choice. The products in this range were designed specifically for sensitive skin, yet they are not overly simple or boring. Quite the opposite! I've recently talked about the Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer and I'm following up today with the one that is the star of the range in my humble opinion: the Paula's Choice CALM Nourishing Milky Toner!
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The brand SACHI States Of Skin has been on my mind since it launched, a couple of years ago. I was waiting impatiently for a product that would fit my needs. My wish was granted a few months ago, with their new multi-tasking Pro Resilience Serum. This product is truly a Swiss Army knife of cosmetics! If you're attracted to minimalist routines, you'll likely be intrigued…👀
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"An acne cleansing cream, Bonnie? But aren't you a little past your teenage years? 😅" That's sort of what I thought when I opened a press sample shipment last summer with a selection of products to try, and which contained this purifying cleansing cream. Then I looked at the list of ingredients and thought that it was probably worth overcoming my biases and testing it. Well, let's just say that the Aestura Theracne 365 Clear Deep Cleansing Foam is now one of my go-to cleansers. Let me tell you why!
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Ah, this new CALM collection from Paula's Choice... I was waiting for it so eagerly. Yes, I'm aware, it's mostly for reactive skin, and I don't really have sensitive skin usually. But if you thought that was going to stop me from trying all those pretty mint green bottles, you're wrong! 😆 And today, we begin with the Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer, a perfect moisturizer for the season if you have combination skin like me or if you enjoy lightweight textures.
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In 2022, the company behind the brand Missha decided to separate their hanbang line and make it a brand of its own: Chogongjin. Just a heads up, I'm so into this brand that I plan on testing half of their catalog for reviews! I hope you're ready!😆 We're starting today with their nourishing Geumsul Jin Toner essence, which, as you'll see, is perfect for the season…
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I don't know about you, but I'm picky when it comes to cleansing oils! I have very specific criteria, and when I find one that suits me, I usually stick with it. But sometimes, I let my curiosity win, and I look at other products... and in this case, it was a great idea! Let me introduce you to the Celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil because, let me tell you, this one is a gem!
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A richer version of the famous soothing cream from the Korean skincare brand Dr.G? I'm in! Today I'm introducing you to the Dr.G R.E.D. Blemish Clear Moisture Cream, which has just been released in Korea! Did it convince me more than the first version, the most famous one, which wasn't my favorite? Let me tell you all about it!
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Does your skin feel drier because of the upcoming winter? Have you introduced retinol into your routine recently and your skin feels tighter than usual? Do you find the word "ceramide" appealing? The AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule will no doubt pique your interest! Let me tell you all about my extensive test of this oh-so effective treatment with an unbeatable price/ quantity ratio!
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This post is long overdue… I should have reviewed the Prebiotics & Niacinamide Pore Refining Booster serum from the Singapore-based skincare brand, Allies Of Skin, a long time ago. This ultra comprehensive, multi-tasking product has become one of my favorite niacinamide serums, and I'll tell you why in this review!
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This anti-aging serum has been a cult favorite product among skincare addicts for many years. Retinoid enthusiasts probably already know it. But for those who haven't tried it yet, and are curious, I thought a review could be helpful! So let me introduce you to the famous Paula's Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment! :)
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Didn't think you'd see a review of a product from this brand here? I have to admit; I didn't either… 😂 But everything happens. What can I say? Today I want to tell you about my experience with the Brightening Hyaluronic Serum from the very "green" British skincare brand Votary.
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This summer, my skin struggled. Heat and humidity that prohibit the use of textures that are too rich, paired with drying air conditioning = the combo of hell for my skin. So I started looking for the perfect product for this extreme climate, and fortunately, I can always count on K-Beauty to save the day! Meet the skincare gem that kept my skin alive, the Aestura Atobarrier 365 Hydro Soothing Cream!
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I'm a big fan of tea, even (especially?) in my skincare! An antioxidant action combined with a thirst-quenching effect, what's not to love? In the last few months, I have been testing the Innisfree Black Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment Essence which, besides tea, also includes peptides for a boosted anti-aging effect! Let me introduce you to it 🙂.
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I'm going to start this review with a big statement: this Dr.G pH Cleansing Gel Foam is probably my current favorite morning cleanser! I'm on my third bottle, and I don't want to stop using it. It's about time I introduced you to it! ;)
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I love using sleeping masks all year round, but especially in the summer, when the 24/7 air conditioning tends to completely dry out my skin. And if, on top of that, it's an extrasensorial sleeping mask packed with Yuja extracts, a super Asian citrus fruit for a radiant complexion, it's a genuine pleasure. Let me introduce you to one of my hero products for this summer, the Yuja Sleeping Mask from the hanbang Korean skincare brand Hanyul!
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It's summer here. It's already 40 degrees during the day in the Emirates and it's about time I switch from my classic moisturizer to a fresher gel-cream with a quenching sorbet texture. This year, I chose the super yummy Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream and I don't regret my choice at all! Let me tell you more about it 😉
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La Roche Posay just released a face serum in the Cicaplast range, one of its most popular lines. The brand claims the new Cicaplast B5 Ultra Repair Serum is like a "bandage" product for damaged skin, in need of intense repair. Tempting, isn't it? Let me introduce you to it!
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Who's a matcha latte addict around here? If you are, or even if you're just a fan of super moisturizing essences with a silky milky texture that looks and feels delicious, then you're going to love today's review ;) Meet the Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence!
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Today, let's explore the fascinating world of hanbang cosmetics! How about a product from an affordable range in this category? Yes, I know, these are rare. But they do exist! Let me introduce you to the Misa Cho Gong Jin Youngan Ampoule serum from Missha!
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A few months ago, when the American skincare brand CeraVe announced the launch of their Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser, I was super excited! I'm a huge fan of CeraVe cleansers, and I was thrilled that the brand finally released a product dedicated to makeup removal. Except... well, they didn't! I'll tell you the story of this misunderstanding, and give you my thoughts on this Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser 🙂
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L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum is one of the most popular facial hydrating serums of the past few years. In the United States, one bottle is sold every 60 seconds. Recently, L'Oréal Paris launched a version for the eye area, Revitalift Filler 2.5% [Hyaluronic Acid + Caffeine] Eye Serum. Let me introduce you to it and tell you all about my experience with it! 🙂
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A Korean skincare brand inspired by the trend of "single-ingredient" products, notably popularized by The Ordinary... You can imagine that I had to take a closer look! Today, I want to introduce you to the Propolis + Honey Extract essence from the Korean brand One Thing.
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The Sulwhasoo Overnight Vitalizing Mask has been one of my favorite hanbang products for years. It was about time I introduced it to you and explained the many reasons why it deserves more recognition, in my humble opinion.
Yup, no suspense, this is a raving review today!
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If you are a skincare addict, especially if you are into the luxury kind, you must have already come across the British brand 111skin. I have, but I never had the urge to "invest". I guess my "skincare intuition" was well sharpened, you'll see… I would like to introduce their hydrating serum, the Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Booster and give you my detailed thoughts about this small 20ml bottle that costs $135! (yes, you read that right)
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In the "gentle cleanser that cleans without stripping but still cleans properly" category, I request the Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser! And boy, isn't this one a winner!!!
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Recently, in my stories on my Instagram account, I did a little teasing by mentioning a Korean product that, in my opinion, was a better and more complete version than the well known and beloved Cicaplast Balm by La Roche Posay. Since that story, I've literally been bombarded with messages every day asking me to reveal the secret and finally disclose which product it is! With such a great demand, I have to tell you about this Korean hidden gem (at least in the West), the Centellian24 Madeca Cream Power Boosting Formula!
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I've been wanting to try this essence for years (if nothing else, just for the packaging)(yes, I know, that's not the most important thing but LOOK AT IT 🤩). As soon as it was within my reach for ordering, I literally jumped on it! Today, I'm introducing you to the fabulous K-Beauty inspired 'The Giving Essence' from the American brand, Then I Met You!
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I don't know about you, but when I hear "skin barrier repair product", I always think of something rich, rather emollient and that I would have trouble using in the morning without looking like a disco ball...
Well, I have good news! The Korean skincare brand By Wishtrend has just launched a product that is ideal for people with sensitive skin who prefer lightweight textures! Let me introduce you to the By Wishtrend Pro-Biome Balance Cream!
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Remember when I said I didn't like face oils? Well, I've changed my mind! 😆
Nah really, it all depends on the face oil, and it turns out that Gallinée's brand new Prebiotic Face Oil is awesome! I'll share more about it in this review...
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Both times I went to Korea, this famous "green ampoule serum" as they call it there, caught my eye but as I couldn't find much information available about the brand, I just looked at it from afar. And then, a few months ago, I finally decided to try it! Let me introduce you to one of the bestsellers for aging skin in Korea, the O Hui Prime Advancer Ampoule Serum!
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I know, I know, I rarely do cleanser reviews on here. I'll admit it, they are not the most fascinating category of products for me. But when I find one cleansing product that does the job, and that is also great to use, I feel like I have to dedicate a review to it! So today, let me introduce you to the super delicious Aqua Bomb Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm from the Korean skincare brand Belif…
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Dr.G R.E.D. Blemish Clear Soothing Cream is a true phenomenon in South Korea. Already a bestseller for several years, when Covid hit and especially when the obligation to wear a mask became commonplace, this soothing treatment cream has become Korea's favorite SOS cream! I had to try it to see for myself if it lived up to its reputation :)
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"Wait, what? There's a review of a certified organic product on BTY ALY? Ah phew, it's Korean, I thought you were unwell!" Admit it, if you recognized the My First Essener essence/toner from the skincare brand Sioris, that's what you thought! Well yes, this week I am indeed reviewing an organic product, and even crazier, I have to admit I like it a lot 😜
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A Korean ginseng-based revitalizing mask for flabby, lifeless skin? Sounds right up my alley! Today, I would like to introduce you to the Ginseng Mask from the Korean skincare brand I'm From :)
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This is the story of a serum I tried a few years ago and wasn't blown away with at the time. It could have ended there. But my skin having changed quite a bit in the last few years, I decided to give it another try... And I'm so glad I did! The NIOD Survival 0 antioxidant serum is an excellent surprise on my end-of-summer dehydrated and sensitized skin. Let me tell you all about it!
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I'm so pumped to tell you about the product of today's review! It's a cult product in Asia, and its story is absolutely fascinating, especially if you're like me, a true cosmetic nerd... Let me introduce you to the most popular eye cream in Asia, the AHC Youth Lasting Real Eye Cream For Face, 9th version!
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Today I'm introducing you to a hidden gem from Paula's Choice, the Earth Sourced Antioxidant Enriched Natural Moisturizer (that's a mouthful!). It definitely deserves proper praise, and that's exactly what I plan to do right now!
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You often blame me for making you spend too much money and for tempting you too much with my reviews! Well, for once, I'm going to tell you about a product that I found "meh-OK", meaning not bad but not incredible either. Yeah, I know, they're not the most exciting reviews to read (or to write for that matter 😅) but I guess, sometimes we need some! Today, I want to introduce you to the Skin Activating Solution essence from the new Korean skincare brand elmt!
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I never thought I'd mention this product here. For years, I've been telling the world that the Laneige Cica Sleeping Mask is my all-time favorite (spoiler alert: it still is) and that the classic version, aka the Water Sleeping Mask, isn't for me. But that was without considering the marketing genius of Amorepacific (the group Laneige is part of), who are not afraid to reformulate their best-selling products regularly with the latest advancements in technology! A moisturizing sleeping mask with probiotics from green tea, you said? Give it to me! 😍😍😍
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"What do you mean, you reviewed a serum from the French pharmacy? And on top of that, you think it's great? Wow, it's not what it used to be, you've changed, BTY ALY…"
Well, stuff happens! Today, I would like to express my love for the Uriage Bariederm Cica Daily Serum. Admit it, you didn't see this one coming ;)
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A makeup remover from a brand I love, and in one of my favorite lines from the brand? Impossible to resist once it was released, as you can imagine! Today let me introduce you to Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex Cleansing Balm, the brand's first makeup remover balm!
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So, you thought I was done raving about Klairs' Fundamental range? Well, I'm not, because this skincare line has a few more tricks up its sleeve! It thrilled me last summer for my face with its super sensorial textures and its +++ moisturizing effect, and it will continue to take care of my eye area this year with the very fresh Klairs Fundamental Eye Awakening Gel!
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If you're a fan of hyaluronic acid, you've come to the right place. Today, let's talk about the star ingredient of hydration and a cult Asian cosmetic product: the famous hyaluronic acid-based lotion Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium, the reformulated 2020 version! Below I share the details of my test of this lotion that makes the skin hydrated and plumped like no other!
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A sunscreen with a brand new exclusive filter, created by a French cosmetic group? What an innovation! It deserves an article, doesn't it? And what if I told you that there was also a juicy story about the denigration of another filter used by the competition? As you can see, today's post is not just a simple review. Welcome to the backstage of the octocrylene-gate...
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This review is long overdue, I know! I tried this essence for the first time almost 4 years ago, so it's not really a genuine discovery anymore. I've even repurchased it several times since then. It's quite a unique product, with its own unique story and I think I owed it a dedicated article. So here is my review of the Vintage Single Extract Essence from the Korean premium skincare brand Amorepacific!
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I don't know about you, but for me, the sensorial aspect is very important when it comes to choosing a night moisturizer! Obviously, if it's effective, that's all that should matter, granted. But if I can find one that does the job AND is pleasant to use, I don't want to miss out! Well I found one that ticks all the boxes: the Farmacy Honey Halo moisturizer. Let me introduce it to you!
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My new dry skin and I are continuing our journey to find better nourishing and repairing products! Today, we (yes, we!) will focus on a product that is much appreciated by sensitive and/or uncomfortable skin: the Paula's Choice Omega+ Serum Complex!
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An innovative serum that targets both hydration and anti-aging, without breaking the bank! It's time to this product to shine, because IMO not enough people are talking about it. I'm talking about the SubQ Skin serum from the Canadian brand Hylamide (from the Deciem group)!
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My new "dry skin" allowed me to rediscover this wonderful wash-off face mask! And I'm glad because the I'm From Honey Mask is a cult favorite for very good reasons. Let me tell you more about this Korean cosmetic honey-based delicacy!
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A little over 2 years ago, LANEIGE launched an innovative essence so moisturizing that it could even replace a daily moisturizer. Soon after, in the same range, the brand pursued its commitment to simplify our routines with its Cream Skin Milk Oil Cleanser, an oil in a milk formula. I tell you more about this special cleanser/makeup remover below !
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Welcome into the wonderful world of traditional Korean luxury cosmetics (= Hanbang), which is almost like magic with its ancestral medicinal ingredients that are not well known (especially in the West). Yet, trust me, it's very far from folklore. And even if these ingredients have been popular for several centuries in Asia, they can now be combined with modern high technology like it's the case with the famous Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream. Let me introduce it to you!
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An essence based on fermented ingredients, with honey and propolis... How was I supposed to resist it? ;) Here is my review of the Quad Active Boosting Essence from the Korean skincare brand By Wishtrend!
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I continue my journey to find the best vitamin C serum with a Hungarian skincare product this time. Indeed, Hungary is not only the land of goulash, it's also the homeland of the very young brand Geek & Gorgeous that is currently making a lot of headlines! Let me introduce it to you and also tell you more about their best-seller, the C-Glow serum!
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At the end of this quite dreadful year (#2020), I thought it would be nice to get out of my comfort zone and use something other than the Cica Sleeping Mask by Laneige that I love and I talk about all the time! As a matter of fact, the Korean brand Rovectin recently launched a soothing and moisturizing sleeping mask, the Cica Care Sleeping Pack. Allow me to introduce it to you!
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A powerful, protective and repairing oil treatment for damaged skin. This is the promising claim of the Power D High Potency Provitamin D Treatment Drops complex by the British brand Zelens. I tried it and I'll tell you more in this review!
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It's been way too long since I last I reviewed a makeup removing product here! The one I'm introducing today could have been a wonderful deal, but unfortunately, I wasn't really convinced. Let me tell you all about my experience with Oat Cleansing Balm from the British skincare brand The Inkey List!
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For some time now, I've found the term "hidden gem" to describe a nice skincare product almost overused. But it's hard for me to think of a different way to describe the Bamboo Hydrating Ampoule Serum from the Korean skincare brand Be Plain! Here is my review on this surprising hydration bomb!
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It's been a while since I've had such a crush on a facial cleanser, I believe. This Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser by the French-American drugstore brand CeraVe is a a great product, and icing on the cake, it won't break the bank 😉 Let me introduce it to you!
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The IOPE Bio Essence Intensive Conditioning is not a newcomer in the world of Korean essences. It's even an old-school "First Essence", and well, it's been a while since we've talked about one of these, right? If you talk K-Beauty fluently, you're no longer a stranger to this concept, I guess! If you don't, stay right here, I'll be your interpreter 😉
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Is your skin dehydrated, sensitive, uncomfortable, in short, completely unbalanced and your natural moisture barrier is compromised? Well, first of all, it happens to the best of us, and second, the following product review might interest you. Today, let's have a look at the cult favorite skincare treatment for damaged skin, Stratia Liquid Gold!
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The SubQ Eyes anti-aging eye serum by the Canadian skincare brand Hylamide has been part of my skincare routine for years. I don't use it continuously, but I repurchase it regularly. Yet, I've never given it the honor of giving it a dedicated review. So I'm going to fix this mistake right away! ;)
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By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 15% with Ferulic Acid is the first K-Beauty Vitamin C serum with L-Ascorbic that I've tried! So you can imagine how high my expectations were... Unfortunately, this product didn't really live up to them, as I'll explain in this review.
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Today, I'm going to discuss a French pharmacy classic, which is probably one of the most popular cleansing milks out there, especially among people with sensitive skin! I tried the famous Toleriane Dermo Milky Cleanser from La Roche Posay and I give you my thoughts!
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A fresh, light mist that is so moisturizing that it can replace a serum? That's the promising claim of the Fundamental Ampule Mist from the Korean skincare brand Klairs!
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I regret so much that I couldn't include the Soothe Bamboo Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ from Korean skincare brand Keep Cool in my sunscreen article last month! I don't often use this term, but a sunscreen that has the potential to suit everyone, all skin types and tone... In my book, it's called a gem, guys!
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I started mentioning "oils-in-serums" a few months ago (with the iUNIK Noni Light Oil Serum, which didn't completely convince me, by the way). I continue to explore this category of hybrid products with a product that left me a much better impression: the Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop Serum!
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We need to talk about acids (again)! Chemical exfoliation is still part of my skincare routine, but I've changed a lot of things in the last few months... Starting with the products I use. It's time for me to officially introduce you to my new favorite BHA product: Paula’s Choice Daily Pore-Refining Treatment 2% BHA!
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For the past few months, cleansing milks have made a huge comeback in my bathroom, after being left aside in my facial cleansing ritual for at least 10 years! When I requested cleansing milk recommendations on my Instagram account, the Sioris Cleanse Me Softly Milk Cleanser was one of the top suggestions. So I decided to give it a try and share my thoughts about it here...
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Do you think a skincare product in mist format can be as active as a serum treatment? NIOD, the innovative Canadian skincare brand, seems to think so with their Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist (SDSM2)
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Once again, The Inkey List is trending with its new peptide moisturizer, the Peptide Moisturizer!
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I've been wanting to tell you more about Belif, the most European Korean skincare brand, for quite some time now! And I'm going to start with one of their most popular products for years, the Peat Miracle Revital Eye Cream.
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It's happening, the word "mask-ne", a contraction of "mask" and "acne", has officially arrived in the cosmetics marketing vocabulary! And I know that many of us are suffering from it right now… So I thought it was the perfect opportunity to introduce the Isntree Spot Saver Mugwort Ampoule Serum that is perfect to treat this skin condition (but not just that)!
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A replenishing and innovative essence with 30% encapsulated bee pollen extract. That's the new Bee Pollen Renew Ampoule Skin from the Korean skincare brand Missha!
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The Ferulic + Retinol Triple Correction Eye Serum from the American skincare brand Dr Dennis Gross claims to be an anti-wrinkle, firming and brightening serum. Let's see if it keeps its promise!
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OK, so this review isn't going to be easy to write, I can already tell! But with all the questions I've received since I told you I use Paula's Choice 10% Acid Azelaic Booster in my morning skincare routine, I think we should talk about it! 😉
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I mentioned it last year, Mugwort (Artemisia) has become an inevitable ingredient in South Korean cosmetics! There are countless "100% Artemisia" essences now on the shelves of the K-Beauty shops! Today, I want to introduce you to one of the most popular, the Mugwort Essence from I'm From.
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Today, I want to tell you more about a special category of serums: "oil-in-serum" hybrid serums. Let's start with one of my favorite K-Beauty brands, iUNIK, and its new-ish Noni Light Oil Serum!
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The Paula's Choice Omega + Complex Moisturizer is really close to perfection... Almost from the very first time I applied it, I knew it was going to be one of my favourite winter products!
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As I often mentioned, the Cicapair range of products by Dr Jart + is my husband's favourite. But this time, I was the one who fell in love with their latest innovation, the Cicapair Sleepair Ampoule-In Mask!
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A multitasking serum, for fighting dehydration in all its aspects (= by intensely re-hydrating the skin and preventing the degradation of the skin's natural hyaluronic acid), but which is also anti-oxidant and anti-aging, these are all the claims of the Triple Hyaluronic Antioxidant Hydration Serum by the 'made in Singapore' brand, Allies Of Skin!
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The Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator mist is a true cult favorite product for natural skincare enthusiasts! I was really looking forward to try it, but I must admit that it left me unconvinced… I’ll explain why in my review!
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Hyaluronic acid isn't the only hydration super-hero! To deeply hydrate and repair the skin, Beta-glucan is also super effective! This is actually the main claim of the Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum from the Korean brand Iunik…
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A moisturizing and soothing cream that does wonders for the skin's microbiome, with its trendy "biotic" ingredients. And you won't even break the bank! This is the promise of the British brand The Inkey List with its Multi-Biotic moisturizer.
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In 2020, I'm continuing my vitamin C serum trials! And this time, I'm heading over to France with a super interesting new product: the LiftActiv Peptide-C Ampoule Serum from the French pharmacy brand Vichy!
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Soothing and repairing, but also very rich in antioxidant ingredients, the By Wishtrend Polyphenols In Propolis 15% Ampoule serum seems to be an ideal product for the cold season! I'll tell you more in my detailed review.
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A face cleanser, as soft as it is effective, with a creamy foam able to cleanse the skin perfectly... An iron fist in a velvet glove, pretty much! It's the Safe Me. Relief Moisture Cleansing Foam cleanser from the Korean skincare brand Make P:rem.
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Let's be honest, I wasn't expecting much from it. However, this moisturizing essence Rose Galactomyces Essential Toner from the Korean brand iUNIK was a very nice discovery!
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It's undoubtedly the most luxurious foundation in my collection! Today, let me introduce the Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection Foundation by Pat McGrath Labs, and I'll also answer the question that everyone is asking: does this $68 foundation give you a top model skin? ;)
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This is a story about a Korean cosmetic product… Known to be a dupe of Estée Lauder ANR serum at first (yes, another one!), it gradually became a cult K-Beauty product. Today, I’m introducing you to the Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Probio Ampoule serum (which has changed quite a bit over the years!).
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The Primera Miracle Seed Essenceis a very popular product in South Korea. Personally, I don't know if I would go so far as to say that this essence is a miracle product, but the least I can say is that it surprised me quite a bit!
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When I saw that the British brand Pixi was launching a vitamin C serum, I was full of hope! The brand recently widened its skincare offer and it seemed very promising. Unfortunately, the Vitamin-C Serum didn't live up to my expectations… Let me explain why!
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I already talked about them several times (and I will probably continue to do so), I'm a big fan of antioxidant ingredients. One of my favorite skincare brands, Paula's Choice, has several antioxidant products in its catalog and I definitely intend to try as many as possible! Today, let me introduce you to the Antioxidant Pore Purifier Serum!
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A very mild enzymatic toner, great for sensitive skin, a best seller in Korea since last year, with a name that mentions an unresolved dispute between Korea and Japan... Aren't you intrigued?! If so, let me tell you more about this very special product, the 1025 Dokdo Toner from ROUND LAB!
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A peeling mask with exfoliating acids that can be used in the morning or evening for a visible glow in 15 minutes? This is the claim of the brand new PHAT Glow Facial mask from the American skincare brand Ole Henriksen!
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I don't often talk about French pharmacy products, I know. But when I find a gem like Vichy Minéral 89 Eyes, I have to share the love!
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I was very eager to try this Rice Toner, a rice-based essence from the Korean brand I'm From. It's indeed very popular among Korean product lovers and now I totally understand why!
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IIhave a complicated relationship with the American skincare brand Herbivore… Although I’m not a fan of their communication approach, I have to admit that I really like some of their products. Case in point, the Lapis Facial Oil, which is probably one of the best facial oils I’ve ever tried!
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I'm sometimes a little bit hesitant to talk about certain 'cosmetic discoveries' here. Especially when I find a product that ticks all the boxes of the cosmetic hidden gem but that can be quite complicated to purchase (yes, even online). This is actually what happened to me with the ma:nyo Bifida Complex Ampoule...
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A treatment cream, that is soothing, capable of calming inflammation, and also rich in anti-aging ingredients? This is the promise of the Midnight Blue Calming Cream, the multi-tasking (and blue!) cream from the Korean skincare brand Klairs!
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The su:m37 Secret Essence is one of the most popular essences in Asia. It's supposed to be the Korean answer to the famous Japanese SK-II Pitera! Let me introduce you to this "secret" product ;)
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The Ordinary is back in full force with the launch of its first-ever cleansing mask, the Salicylic 2% Acid Mask. A 2 in 1 exfoliating mask, very practical and not abrasive at all!
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I often read that a mineral sunscreen with high protection (50+) necessarily leaves a white cast on the skin. That the only way to avoid this is to use nano mineral filters and that it's impossible to do otherwise. It seems that the word impossible is not in the Korean dictionary, because the Korean skincare brand Purito just achieved to do a completely transparent mineral sunscreen, without using any nano filter. Let me introduce you to the Purito Comfy Water Sun Block!
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Summer is the perfect time of the year to add plenty of great antioxidant ingredients in your skincare routine. And Paula's Choice can definitely help you with that with their new Power Berry Serum!
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I have been tempted to try something from the skincare brand Youth To The People for a little while now... When they released a moisturizer with adaptogenic ingredients, curiosity got the better of me and I finally took the plunge! Let me tell you more about the Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream and its star ingredients along with such a mysterious name.
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I wasn't super original in my Paula's Choice products' tests. I tried their absolute best-seller, Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Exfoliating Lotion. And you know what? It was definitely a great idea!
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I'm on my third bottle of the C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream from the American skincare brand Drunk Elephant. I guess it's about time I told you more about it, don't you think? ;)
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My first experience with the brand Herbivore wasn't a success, as you may remember. However, not being one to give up and surrender, I still wanted to try one of their most popular products, Herbivore Phoenix Facial Oil.
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I was so excited to try this Missha Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence! It's thanks to this product that I discovered the wonderful world of Mugwort/ Artemisia products and I really wanted to know if it would keep its promises!
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A moisturizing cream with a nice ingredients list that moisturizes, protects and looks like a Matcha dessert? This is the delicious promise of Matcha Pudding Antioxidant Cream, from the American (K-Beauty inspired) brand: Peach & Lily!
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LANEIGE latest releases were definitely a big hit for me. Their latest sleeping mask, the LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask has even become a true favorite of mine! Here is my detailed review.
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The Clean Screen Mineral SPF 30 is a sunscreen with a "clean" formula, a tempting proposal from the British skincare brand REN. Here is my detailed review!
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Believe it or not, I only tried the famous Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II serum by the American brand Estée Lauder very recently!
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This review of the Herbivore Botanicals Pink Cloud Rosewater Moisture Creme moisturizer wasn't easy to write, to say the least...
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As you know, I'm a huge fan of Asian essences, which I find both super effective on skin hydration and also very pleasant to use! Today, I want to introduce you to the Vitamin Hyaluronic Vitalizing Toner essence from the Korean natural brand Iunik.
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Armani Beauty base makeup products have always had an excellent reputation. So when I saw that the brand released a cushion, I couldn't resist. This is my review of the My Armani To Go Cushion Foundation!
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The quest for the perfect vitamin C serum is still going strong! The Paula's Choice C15 Super Booster is one of the top contenders for this title. Let's check it out!
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With the current skincare boom, super effective anti-aging ingredients are all the rage. Vitamin C is on the rise, as is retinol, but peptides are also very popular! These also happen to be the star ingredients of the Midnight Blue Youth Activating Drop serum from the Korean brand Dear Klairs.
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I'm continuing with my beauty investigations of the Korean skincare brand Iunik. Today I'm giving you my thoughts on a propolis serum (one of my favorite ingredients!), the Propolis Vitamin Synergy Serum.
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To celebrate its 50th anniversary, this cult favorite Japanese cleansing oil has been revisited with a brand new extra soft and cushiony texture! Here is my mini-review of the Shu Uemura Nutri:nectar Gentle Cleansing Oil In Emulsion!
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Iunik is a Korean skincare brand that has been on my radar for a while. I feel like they share my obsession with serums and as you can imagine, it definitely piqued my interest! So I purchased a few of their products and today I give you my thoughts on the Tea Tree Relief Serum!
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A product as liquid as water to replace your moisturizer? This is the claim of the Korean brand LANEIGE, with its Cream Skin Refiner, a product so innovative and popular right now in Korea that the brand is struggling to keep it in stock!
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Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask has been a cult product in the beauty press for years. It has received multiple awards of excellence from various prestigious magazines. As you can imagine, I really wanted to check it out to see if it was worth the hype!
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Today, let's talk about an essential Korean essence: Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner. Because since I discovered this category of super moisturizing products, I intend to try them all!
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I suspect this review will mainly interest collectors today, but I had to show you this little gem from the Korean brand Missha! So, here is my mini-review of the Cho Gong Jin Cream Foundation Compact (from the Sweet Flower 2019 collection), a limited edition.
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An effective vitamin C serum, pleasant to use, well formulated, that doesn't oxidize in a few weeks, and most of all, is affordable. It is the Holy Grail of every skincare addict! Today, let's see if The Glow Maker antioxidant serum by the American skincare brand Maelove lives up to these expectations.
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It's about time I tell you more about the American skincare brand Paula's Choice! I'll start today with one of their best-sellers: the 10% Niacinamide Booster serum.
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The Centella Green Level Buffet Serum from the Korean "clean" skincare brand Purito may not have the prettiest packaging, but it's definitely one of my favorite products at the moment!
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SK-II Facial Treatment Essence Pitera is really not just any essence... If I had to compare it to another cult-favorite skincare product, I would say that it's a bit like the Crème de la Mer of essences!
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If you follow Instagram accounts dedicated to K-Beauty, you've certainly seen the pretty round, blue bottle from the Korean natural skincare brand Urang, the Brightening Blue Oil Serum. If you haven't, let me introduce you!
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Today, let's continue to explore the wonderful world of hanbang, this cosmetic trend inspired by traditional Asian medicine with my mini-review of the Missha Misa Geum Sul Vitalizing Eye Cream!
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I'm wondering what took me so long to try squalane oils, including one of the most famous, the Squalane Facial Oil from the American "clean skincare" brand Indie Lee.
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A moisturizing cream with a yummy texture, perfect for the season and that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, seems quite tempting, doesn't it? Let me introduce you in more detail to Honey Drop, a lightweight moisturizer echinacea honey from the American "green" brand Farmacy!
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I only mentioned it as a passing comment in my article about the Sulwhasoo flagship store last spring. Yes I definitely took my time to do a review of the famous Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum EX.
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A beautiful cleansing balm inside and out! Here is my mini review of the Heimish All Clean Balm.
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When Protini, an anti-aging cream from the American "clean" and innovative skincare brand Drunk Elephant was released, I was very excited. A face cream with an irreproachable composition, but packed with innovative high-tech anti-aging ingredients? Sign me in!
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The Blue Cocoon is definitely a cult product among green beauty worshippers. Today, let's take a closer look at May Lindstrom's lovely blue treating balm.
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I'm a little bit late but I really wanted to review this Sulwhasoo Peach Blossom Makeup Multi Kit face palette (which is unfortunately limited edition) before it's gone forever!
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I discovered Drunk Elephant's clean skincare range a few years ago but oddly enough, it took me a while to try their moisturizer, the Lala Retro Whipped Cream.
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Cosrx Propolis Light Ampule is the first propolis essence I tried. It's definitely the product which made me want to explore and discover all the other propolis essences, so popular in South Korea.
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When I decided to try some products from the Korean skincare brand Blithe, I didn't only order the Pressed Serum Tundra Chaga. I also add the Vital Treatment 8 Nourishing Beans essence in my basket!
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As promised, here is my review of the Sulwhasoo's foundation cushion, the Perfecting Cushion EX (from the Peach Blossom Spring Utopia collection).
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I keep on exploring the beautiful world of Korean propolis essences with a best-seller among K-Beauty lovers: the Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence.
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I was quite surprised by May Lindstrom's The Honey Mud treatment. To be honest, I didn't expect to love it as much!
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Last winter, I fell in love with propolis products, which are particularly popular in South Korea. I just wanted to try them all! And the Leegeehaam Grow Vita Propolis Ampoule is one of the cult classics in this category.
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A two in one hybrid skincare product which contains 60% mushroom extract? No doubt, it has to be a Korean skincare product!
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May Lindstrom's skincare range is a green beauty lovers' dream. Among its most popular products, the multi-tasker face mask The Problem Solver is probably the product I was the most curious about.
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The Missha Time Revolution First Treatment Essence Intensive (which probably would won the contest for the world's longest name ever) is the first of "first essence" that I tried.
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Skinceuticals C E Ferulic is a cult favorite skincare product! Skinceuticals made Vitamin C L-Ascorbic its star ingredient and C E Ferulic is considered one of its most effective products.
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I almost didn't write this mini-review. I wasn't sure how inspired I felt to talk about the Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence...
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The Drunk Elephant B Hydra Intensive Hydra Gel is a little complicated to understand as a product, at first. Is it a serum, a daily moisturizer? Should it be used alone or with other products? Well, as we’ll see in this review, it's a bit of all of the above!
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Very few products can truly transform the skin like the Biologique Recherche Lotion P50. In my case, this treatment helped me to get rid of the hormonal acne I’ve been struggling with for years. No wonder that the Lotion P50 has a holy grail skincare product status in the skincare addicts’ community!
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Marula oil is the new trendy face oil, of the moment. This natural oil is supposed to be highly beneficial for the skin, especially from an anti-aging perspective. There are several Marula oils, at very different prices (from one to ten times the price!). The Drunk Elephant Oil, Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil is probably among the most expensive options. Let's see if it worth its price!
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The Drunk Elephant Vitamin C serum, the C-Firma Day Serum is supposed to be one of the best vitamin C serums on the market. Does it deserve its excellent reputation?
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