Showing posts with label cleanser. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cleanser. Show all posts

Friday, 13 March 2015

head to toe breakfast bag from beauteque,

pr sample

i was kindly sent the BEAUTEQUE bag, this is the HEAD TO TOE breakfast bag.

 find the bag here,HEAD TO TOE BREAKFAST BAG
the bag costs $26.00 and $9.00 shipping to uk and europe cheaper to usa and canada.
the breakfast bag is themed around the most important  meal of the day ,each product in this bag is either shaped or have ingredients in the theme.
so start the day off with a decent meal and a great skincare routine.

MY BAG.


 

MENU CARD 

PRODUCTS.


CHERRY APRON,$15.00
the cherry apron was included in this bag, so put your pinny on and start cooking breakfast ,
this is a great sized apron,simple ties that reach round the back and front,




SKINFOOD BATH FIZZER  IN BLACK SUGAR.$5.00
this pack contains 2 bath fizzy bombs.
these contain seasalt, and minerals ,also contains green tea that helps to brighten the skin.you drop them into the bath and let them fizz around till dissolved,
simply pop one in the bath and relax.
the skin felt soft and rejuvenated afterwards.
quite nice for a pamper night.





TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL EGG CREAM MASK. $5.00
this is a sheet face mask ,the actual mask is very thin but does fit tightly on the skin.
this mask contains albumen,albumin,ceramide,camellia oil.
the skin feels and looks fresher and brighter.
the mask was really creamy felt like a mayonnaise mask, plenty of moisture and essence to massage in the skin and neck and decollete area afterwards.
it seems to tighten my skin up too much and i need to moisturise my skin a lot as i felt my face had frozen still.






FROM NATURE eCHOICE  FERMENTED TEA SKIN DRINKS  SLEEPING PACK,
$12.00
a great sleeping pack ,i have a few of these tubes, it is packed with jasmine and green tea.
this moisture pack moisturises  overnight,feeds nutrients to the skin,
simply wash off in the morning to feel a softer hydrated skin,




TONY MOLY MAGIC FOOD BANANA HAND MILK,$10.00
this is such a cute banana,
when you open it up the white cream is quite thick,
the smell is awesome ,just like school banana and custard pudding in the UK,
with this you can only just stop yourself  trying to eat it.
the little tube is a squeeze ,i don't think this will last long as i keep grabbing it while around the house just so my hands smell of banana custard.






EVAS VITAMIN CLEANSING FOAM,$10.00
this is a rich creamy lemon foam,with hyaluronic acid,vitamin B and C ,AHA.
this foams up a lot but is very drying on the skin and my face felt really dry ,it does have a high PH level ,so i will be using up on my legs for shaving instead.
it did clean the face well and clean pores, but far too harsh on my skin sadly.





ETUDE HOUSE SUNSHINE IN SPOON SCRUB MASSAGE YOGHURT,$3.00
X2.
I CHOSE THE OPTION OF raspberry x2. and sugar apple x2,
the raspberry yoghurt pack massages the skin with its peeling capsules.
it is high in anti-oxidative.vitamin packed raspberries.this gives clear skin and and clean pores while giving a great cleanse to the skin.
simply massage scrub into skin with fingers or brush then wash off with water,

the sugar apple scrub is as above,but this firms the skin right up and has apple extract.this left the skin smooth,





so we have our tea, our lemon,our apron to wear, some yoghurt,bananas and sugar,with some eggs and fruit all thrown in for a great breakfast,

this was a great bag for me,skincare , i love that i finally got the tony moly banana cream ,i love it, the too cool for school egg cream mask is good , the mesh backing you remove is good as it is a slippery mask to put on, buttes i liked it,the cherry apron is a great addition ,i like the yoghurt scrub and its really does buff the skin well,
the sleep mask is moisturising,the only thing i didn't enjoy is the vitamin foam, but i do think the head to toe  bags the company release, 
i look forward to grabbing a bloggers colab bag this month,

shipping for this bag took 3 days to the UK so a lot quicker than the monthly subscription bags.
i love it,

Wednesday, 18 February 2015

SEEDS AND FLOWERS ,MEMEBOX,

so my second to last memebox landed and this was bought in a bundle.
the THEME of this box is 
                                                 SEEDS AND FLOWERS,
he seeds and flowers box promotes a box of skintastic products that are going prep your skin after the harsh winter ready for the spring and summer,
this aims at giving you skincare set for the spring and summer, with anti -oxidant rich seeds,that protect and and strengthen .flower infused cosmetics that help heal, and all help give a overall skin glowing look.
expect to see floral and seeds and fruit in this box,

MY BOX,



UN BOXED,








YADAH PURE GREEN EMULSION,120ML.
This is an emulsion loaded with rosemary,chamomile,royal jelly,prickly pear,
a hydrating emulsion with antioxidants.
an emulsion is a thinner cream more of a lotion than a thick face cream,
the chamomile and rosemary sooth and calms the skin,the royal jelly hydrates and leaves a barrier over the surface of the skin,
this is a slightly thinner lotion style cream, it sinks into the skin very well, the scent is light and not overpowering,and it seems to be gentle on the skin,i think it will be good for a few months worth before the warmer weather hit us,it leaves no oily residue my skin felt not quite dry but had a matte feel of which I'm not getting on with too well, i like to feel the products sinking in the skin.





ECHOICE PERFUME BODY MIST DEAR IRIS,120ML.
a refreshing body mist that can be used on the body ,the hair ,and the clothes,
it smells clean and refreshing, for that instant hydrating burst to the skin throughout the day,
the citrus  and floral  scents are just nice without being heavy going,
a great floral face and body mist, this mist is light and floral  and long lasting, its great for use on the go in the car or for cooling you down on those hot sticky days.



SEVENDROPS MORINGA LIGHT SUNBLOCK,50G,
a great fast acting and absorbing light cream, this helps protect against UVA/UVB damage, with moringa seed extracts  which ancient kings and queens used ,a daily hydrating  cream can be used before or after skincare routine,
this cream is a lot thinner than my normal sunblocks and as i burn so easy i can't see this being good for me, so it will be used as a cream for when i go down the beach for walks ,the cream sinks in to the skin it has a barrier look and feel to it,it smells OK and not that typical chemical sickly smell,





KSKIN ROSE MOISTURE &NUTRITION FACIAL CREAM,120ML.
a face cream formulated with Bulgarian rose,trelahose ,they moisturise and brighten,
Bulgarian rose has high levels of vitamin,C,helps cover skin imperfections and moisturises and hydrates deep down into the skin.
a fragrant scented rose cream, the cream has a slightly thicker  consistency, and my skin felt like it was drinking up the product.
 the skin feels soft and silky,its a really nice cream.




ENESTI ROSE HIP OIL FOAMING CLEANSER,120ML.
the enesti cleansers seem to be a good cleanser. these foam up well and clean dirt out , no harsh on the skin, this one has added rose hip oil,and mineral water it goes into a thick lather  ,meant to give the skin a good glow ,smoother skin,
i like these cleansers for use after work on my oily skin after a heavy day in the kitchen ,it lathers up really well and you find it lifts all the dirt and grime and excess oils from the skin, the skin doesn't feel stripped dry afterwards ,it is cleaner and softer and firmer.i like that the face then feels a lot more refreshed once moisturiser is added .



PUREDERM LAVENDER COLLAGEN PULP MASK, 18ML.
100%pulp sheet mask.
simply apply over the cleansed skin for 20 minutes.
lavender is good for ageing skin, dullness,irritation,dryness.it actually works well for feeding the skin,and a healthy looking complexion.
these sheet masks are good, i like that i finally tried a lavender mask,.my skin felt cleaner ,refreshed,and plumped up.my skin had no redness or irritation,  good choice.





so my second to last box was good ,all products are going to be used  and the rose cream is very moisturising,the cleanser feels great and smell great,the lavender mask i enjoyed and will try other lavender ones now,the mist is in the car ,the suncream is a bit thin for for me and I'm am using on windy cold days at present as i don't think the cream will be of use later on to me, the yadah emulsion i think i will be giving away as its too thin for me compared to my shu umera emulsion.

my last box will be luckybox14.


Friday, 13 February 2015

STYLE BOX ,Australia's first Korean subscription box.

welcome to a new subscription box ,

                                            STYLE BOX  from style story,


style box launched in February 2015, 
they curate a beauty box each month for the Australian market, filled with Korean brands and products,
you can also buy the full sized products from their online shop, style story present to you some great products and all the new and well loved and well known brands,
there are 2 boxes for Australia 
basic $20.00 for 6 full sized mini sized and sample sizes,
this is ideal for a total novice and has no idea where to start with Korean products and brands,
deluxe $36.00  for 6 full sized and deluxe products,
for deluxe  Korean products from well known brands,
these boxes are available monthly or for 6 months or 12 months.

international box is available here -BUY BOX HERE.
this is on the basis of the deluxe style box, 
$46.00 or £29.86 postage included.
you get 6 products full sized  and deluxe and sample in this box .
this box is a buy when and if you want no commitments ,so you don't need to buy every month, sounds like a great plan .

so here is my first box for February, 
it took a week to ship to the UK, arrived quickly and well wrapped in a white mail bag, no customs charges ,all marked accordingly.
inside was a white box 




MY BOX





IT'S SKIN  PRESTIGE YEUX GINSENG D'ESCARGOT .SAMPLE.
an award winning serum .essence, this has anti agin properties due to the ginseng.
and restores the skin and tightens with the use of snail mucin.
INGREDIENTS ARE = red ginseng,snail mucin,egf,
use after cleansing,
i got 5 days worth out of the sachet, you only need a tiny amount,it massages in to the skin really well and the texture is nice ,it doesn't dry the skin,and the skin feels firm.



THE FACE SHOP FERMENTED ADLAY FOAM CLEANSER,FULL SIZED 150ML.$20.00
the face shop is a well known Korean brand,and this product uses a star product called adlay.fermented is the Korean version of organic products so its a huge thing to see ,
INGREDIENTS,=adlay is used for healing properties and is great for acne skin,sore or blemished or sensitive skin,
this cleanser is also a fermented product meaning its treating the skin with enzymes, 
this is great for dry and sensitive skin,
my son has been using this on his face and shoulders morning and night and I've been trying it out in the mornings ,its very creamy once mixed with water, it doesn't feel like the skin is screaming for moisturiser afterwards but it certainly felt and looked a lot cleaner and brighter.



ITS SKIN BABY FACE MASCARA SECRET FIXER ,FULL SIZED 9G $18.00
this intrigues me,as I've only had a gel lash cover for over mascara , 
this mascara is a base booster you put on before applying mascara,
so its basically a mascara primer that helps to thicken  and lengthen your lashes,the wand is slightly curved and it grabs onto lashes and coats then really well,
INGREDIENTS= natural wax, and olive give volume and effect,
so  Ive been using this and it seems  to grab the mascara and it stays on longer ,it comes off easy with my eye remover and it seems to be moisturising , so i will stick with using this product when wearing my mascara from now on,
i like the brand as it has some good skincare ,but the make up is always fun to try,




HOLIKA HOLIKA PURE MELLOW JELLY BLUSH. FULL SIZED  5.5G $15.00
these are easy to blend and this blush glides over the skin so well,
it is a vivid pink,
this is easily blended into the skin,the actual blush feels bouncy like a marshmallow,easily blended with fingertips or sponge,smells nice,it gave my deathly anaemic skin a gentle glow,









ITS SKIN BLACK HEAD CLEAR OIL GEL,FULL SIZED, 30G$18.00
this product is for treating blackheads, its a non irritating formula,the gel dissolves.
the idea behind this product is that is unblocks pores ,tightens the pores up,it uses plant extracts to dissolve the black heads away, this is safe to use on all skin types,
INGREDIENTS=grapefruit,papaya medofoam seed oil,
so my son has been using this and is finding it very easy and quick working.
he massages initiate dry skin then rinses off with warm water.
it has reduced his blackheads and also reduced the serum and excess oils.
its a great product and smells so good, the oil /gel is a great texture but not so messy to use.




TONY MOLY,CRYSTAL TEAR GLITTER EYELINER,5ML,$14.00
add a touch of bling to your eyes with the crystal tear, a Korean favourite .
to get the Korean AEGYOSAL look ,apply the eye liner underneath the under eye area and blend,
i received the pink and its a lovely colour,the brush is so fine it gets right into the corners but also gives such a great line for fine drawing.not a colour id ever buy but i like this a lot ,so its a great product to receive and be able to wear,







so my thoughts on this box are actually good, i don't like sachets but as all other products were full sized i not to worried, 
the box is actually good in that the make up products actually suit my skin ,and the cleanser my son soon snapped up ,it really is a nice product as it is really creamy and works well on the skin, the son also took the its skin blackhead gel and i think as you have to do nothing with it as such he will like using it, he liked how you massage over the skin throw water over your face and its all finished, typical teenage boy there.
i liked the fixer mascara and also the blusher, value for money shipping to the UK ,is no different paying the same money to a memebox or an American subscription box.
will i be buying another box yes i will, i hope this box goes from strength  to strength as we need a new box that ships international,



Thursday, 5 February 2015

detox and renew by memebox,






so I'm slowly getting through the end of all my memeboxes arriving and trying out,,only 3 more to come,which is kind of really sad, 
this box was released for sale last month, and some of the products were up for spoilers after i had bought,
the box can be found here with others WEBSITE BOX PAGE
or click and go through my banner,

about the box,with the cold weather now here the skipper routine can be lazy and short ,but with the hot and cold weather it means a build up of dead skin cells,this box helps to get rid of skin toxins,dead skin,blocked pores,
all the products in this box are a one stop action busting skin product.
all products are full sized in this box,


MY BOX


UN BOXED,



MENU CARD.




GU:AAM METHOD BLACK PEARL PROTEIN (CONCHIOLIN)35 WHITENING SERUM,60ML.
a light weight serum,great for skin renewal and has bifida,aha,black pearl protein.helps to get cell renewal going.black pearl eliminate toxins and skin cells,
it results in skin clearing and a brighter firmer skin,free from added colours ,fragrances and oils ,
you add to the skin after cleansing  taking care to add all round the tone.

this is a quick sinking in serum, it soaks into he skin and is non oily, my skin sucked it all in and was great to use at night time,
the texture is of a normal serum a clear liquid not too runny so easy to pat over the skin.




YADAH ANTI TROUBLE BUBBLE CLEANSER,150ML.
this is a foaming cleanser that delivers a gentle acne medication on to the skin.
with salicylic acid and herbal extracts  it soothe the skin  and hydrates leaving the skin to breathe,the point of the micro bubbles lift and unblock the pores and remove excess oil,this is the one step acne buster.

my son is loving this cleanser ,it clears his skin right up and removes excess oils,
i love the feel of this bubble cream ,it bubbles and pops and aerates and massaged over the skin it feels lovely and creamy, 




MAYN BIO MINERALTOX MIST 100ML.
skin looking dull ,tired,lifeless, this mist refreshes  and helps to detoxify ,it refreshes the skin ,with refreshing ingredients of lemon balm,apple mint,royal jelly,the secret beads  are made with ions and mineral water.
my skin felt bright and cleaned and gives the skin the refreshed  look.
to use you need to shake the bottle so the ion balls rub each other and seep into liquid.
 I'm really liking this and the scent is great to use on cold skin after being outside ,it gives that instant burst of moisture to the skin.
a normal mist that sticks to the face but leaves a non sticky texture once dried.




ARAON DETOX SKIN ESSENCE,100ML.
a skin essence blends naturally to detox the skin.it gives a textured look evens out the complexion.
with maple water, green tea extract.it helps to renew the skin cells,
it leaves the skin plumped up.
use after cleansing and massage in,
the texture is  of a really sticky water ,way to thin as it runs everywhere on your hand.
I've not had much luck with the product its not hydrating the skin so i will try it once the weather warms up again and road test it then, it works OK on my sons skin but that is a slightly oily teenage one.



ESTHETIC HOUSE  VITAMIN 3000 VITAMIN B VITA -CAPSULE CREAM 30ML.
 this cream is used for dark spots and blemishes and any other problems you have,the cream is to aid skin renewing.and sooth irritated and sore skin.
you can add to your normal moisturiser and use as a multi purpose product as well.
i liked the cream and i been using on a few dark spots i have ,i use the cream morning and night and like the texture to the cream, like a gel solid cream is spreads over well.




this way one of the best boxes we have had curated in a long while,
i love using all the products in this box bar the araon essence, but will try it again once the warmer weather arrives.
i like the mist but i do love using mists as general.
the aesthetic house cream is a good cream and will be using this tube up.
the bubble cleanser has been a hit in the house as it has been fun to use but has really helped clean the skin up.
the GU:AAM serum is nice i love using it t night time,



if you live globally please read this ,
now for the bad news ,
as of  FEBRUARY 10TH 2015, memebox will longer ship international ,sad times after nearly 280 boxes ,
they will only ship to USA,china and Korea from there on, you can still buy boxes up to this date and they will ship to you but the option to buy outside these countries after will be no more, sad times.