Friday, March 31, 2017

Haul from Korea


I took a much needed vacation in February that included a stop in Seoul! Of course being a Kbeauty enthusiast, I had to visit Myeong Dong to shop! I am planning to write a separate post about my experiences shopping at Myeong Dong later, but here are all the goodies I bought while in Korea! (Most of these at Myeong Dong and a few things from the Icheon International Airport.) 
 
Without a doubt, my biggest haul ever! I'm so excited to try everything!


Sheet masks I got as samples or free with purchase.

Samples and free with purchase items.



Etude House AC Clean Up Pink Powder Spot
Holika Holika Prime Youth Bird's Nest Gold Leaf Cream
Holika Holika Prime Youth Bird's Nest Gold Moisture Cream
IOPE Live Lift Serum  
Mamonde Flower Perfumed Hand Cream Rose Bouquet
Mamonde Petal Spa Cleansing Balm
Mamonde Petal Spa Cleansing Oil
Missha Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence Intensive
Tony Moly Megatox Ampoule Mask Bright Shot


Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel
Peripera Peri's Ink MiniMini Girls Cabinet Set (x2, buy one get one free)
Tony Moly Floria Brightening Peeling Gel (x2)
Tony Moly Peach Punch Sweet Foam Cleanser


Clio Waterproof Brush Liner Set 
Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer
Laneige Two Tone Lip Bar
Missha Dong Baek Gold Premium Rinse
Missha Water in Puff
Peripera Powerpuff Girls Cushion 3-piece set


It's Skin 3 Minutes Cleansing Mask (x2, buy one get one free)
Leaders AC-Dressing Skin Clinic Mask
Leaders Collagen Therapy Skin Clinic Mask 
Leaders Shining Effect Brightening Peal Mask 
The Saem Snail Essential 24K Gold Gel Mask Sheet (x2, buy one get one free) 
Tony Moly Pokemon Isanghessi Mask Sheet
Tony Moly Pokemon Kkobugi Mask Sheet (Got this one for free for purchasing the other Pokemon sheet masks)

I'm really excited to crack into these products, try, and review them for the next few months!

DISCLAIMER:
Just wanted to note that the products I review are all purchased with my own money, unless I state otherwise. If you do use any of these products, please do so at your discretion as the results will vary depending on the person and their skin type.  I am in no way responsible for the results or outcome if you decide to try any of the products I recommend. These reviews are my 100% honest thoughts. Please don't be offended if I didn't like a product that you happen to love. What may work or not work for me, may be totally different from you.

Friday, March 24, 2017

Memebox: Ariul Mositure Box

 
I always love trying new Korean products from brands I've never heard of. When I was shopping the Memebox website, I was looking through some of their boxes they were offering and the Ariul Mositure Box caught my eye. (Just to note, I purchased this particular box months ago. There is an update at the very bottom about changes made to the box!)

As for all Memeboxes, they come in a cute pink package: 


When you open the box, there is a double sided card with information, instructions, and pricing of each item:


In this box, you get: sheet masks, a moisturizer, and a face cleanser: 

 
There are 14 sheet masks in this box from Ariul's 7 days line. Each sheet mask retail for $4-5 dollars each depending on the mask. The face masks are packaged as a newspaper, with each scent of sheet masks being "featured", it's interesting and cute! I've tried a few of the sheet masks and they've been good. The essence is more of a milky consistency. The sheet masks themselves are of medium thickness and lay soft on the skin. The mask  is a little larger than average sheet masks, so it doesn't lay super flatly as other sheet masks. Each respective mask smells like its scent (i.e. lemon mask smells like lemon). These are nice masks, but they're not my absolute favorite among the ones I've tried. As always, my skin after a sheet masks feels nice, hydrated, and plump. 


The Spa Water 24 hours Moisturizing cream  has about 50g of product. The moisturizer is probably medium consistency in terms of the thickness/feeling of it. There is a fresh and clean scent to the moisturizer. It absorbs into the skin nicely and doesn't leave a sticky or greasy feeling.

  
The Stress Relieving Cleansing foam is probably the most favorite item to me in this box.  It is a cream cleanser that lathers up very nicely. It has a citrus mint smell, which sounds strange, but actually smells pleasant! A little bit of this cleanser goes a long way and I feel like my skin is clean, but not overly dry. 


Overall, I enjoyed this box and trying out some of Ariul's products. However, I probably won't repurchase this box.
This is on Memebox's website for $29.00. Last time I checked, it's currently sold out. They have restocked this a few times, so if you want this box, just keep checking the website.

UPDATE: I've checked the Memebox website and they’ve changed a few things since I purchased this box and wrote my review. It is now called the Ariul Moisture Surge box and they now sell this for $35.00 and the box now comes with: 7 Days Mask line (x7), Juice Cleanse Mask (x4), New Spa Water Aqua Lock Cream, and the Stress Relieving Cleansing foam. 

DISCLAIMER:
Just wanted to note that the products I review are all purchased with my own money, unless I state otherwise. If you do use any of these products, please do so at your discretion as the results will vary depending on the person and their skin type.  I am in no way responsible for the results or outcome if you decide to try any of the products I recommend. These reviews are my 100% honest thoughts. Please don't be offended if I didn't like a product that you happen to love or vice versa. What may work or not work for me, may be totally different from you.

Friday, March 17, 2017

Memebox: #Sheetfaced for 100 days Vault Box

I meant to post this right away after I got this, but I never got around to it until now. But better late than never right? I've been dying to try everything in this box, but I've refrained from until I wrote this blog post! :P

During Black Friday weekend, Memebox released a variety of vault boxes. These boxes contained Kbeauty products and makeup for a fraction of the price.  There were a total of four boxes, but the one I wanted the most was the #Sheetfaced for 100 Days Vault Box. This box contained 100 sheet masks valued at $203, but cost $80 without tax.  During the time of the sale, Memebox included a code for 10% off, so using the coupon I paid $77.40 after tax.

Don't get me wrong, it is still a pretty penny, but breaking down the cost, it is less than $1 for good quality sheet masks! Totally worth it IMO, especially since I go through a ton of sheet masks.

I ordered the box on November 25th and it arrived on December 6th, which isn't that bad of a waiting time. I always expect things to be super delayed when I purchase them during Black Friday.

All the sheet masks come in a large box: 


It's not Memebox without the pink shipping straw!
Sheet masks galore! :)
Here is a list of the sheet masks, how much there are of each, and pictures:


Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Collagen + Olive (x10)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Chamomile + Tea Tree (x10)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Adenosine + Acai Berry (x10)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Madecassoside + Mugwort (x10)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Niacinamide + Lime (x10)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Sodium hyaluronate + Lotus (x10)


Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Rose (x2)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Mint + Tea tree (x2)
Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack Aloe (x2)


 Bonvivant That Day Mask Pack Hydrating Care (x2)
Bonvivant That Day Mask Pack Brightening Care (x2)
Bonvivant That Day Mask Pack Belmish Care (x2)


Freeset Donkey Milk Skin Gel Mask pack Aqua (x2)


Forencos 7 Day Mask Black Pearl Brightening Silk Mask (x1)
Forencos 7 Day Mask Swallow's Nest Nutrition Silk Mask (x1)


Dr. 119 Lovely Animal Collastin Mask Fox (x2)
Dr. 119 Lovely Animal Hyastin Mask Lamb (x2)
Dr. 119 Lovely Animal Hyagen Mask Otter (x2)



Esfolio Volcanic Ash Essence Mask Sheet (x2)



Esfolio Honey Essence Mask Sheet (x2)

 

Leaders Insolution Daily Wonders Bye Bye to Dry (x1)



Leaders Insolution 7 Wonders Amazonian Acai Anti-Pollution Mask (x2)
Leaders Insolution 7 Wonders Tundra Cranberry Anti-Aging Mask (x2)
Leaders Insolution 7 Wonders Caribbean Coconut Calming Mask (x1)



 Wish Formula The Mask with Centella Honey Fermented Serum (x2)


ToAnyEye 365 Eye Special Care Steam Changing Eye Mask (x2)


Maxclinic Face Spa Collagen Firming Treatment (x1)


Maxclinic Miraclinic Ampoule Dressing and Contouring Object (x1)



April Skin Mummy Mud Mask (x2)



I am super excited to start trying all of these sheet masks! If you guys want me to update you on what I liked or didn't like, let me know below!


DISCLAIMER:
Just wanted to note that the products I review are all purchased with my own money, unless I state otherwise. If you do use any of these products, please do so at your discretion as the results will vary depending on the person and their skin type.  I am in no way responsible for the results or outcome if you decide to try any of the products I recommend. These reviews are my 100% honest thoughts. Please don't be offended if I didn't like a product that you happen to love. What may work or not work for me, may be totally different from you.

Friday, March 10, 2017

Empties #2

My second set of products I've used up! As previously stated, if I don't have a mini-review down below, then I have already or am going to make a more in-depth review/post about that item!

Here are my Empties #2:


AcneFree Drying Lotion (x2)
Banilla Co Clean it Zero (Read my review here: http://mbhbeauty.blogspot.com/2016/10/banilla-co-clean-it-zero.html)
Innisfree Super Jeju Volcanic Pore Clay Mask (Read my review here: http://mbhbeauty.blogspot.com/2016/09/innisfree-jeju-volcanic-pore-cleansing.html)
Mamonde Rose Water Toner
Missha Line Friends Essence Sun
Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream in No. 27 (Read my review  here: http://mbhbeauty.blogspot.com/2016/09/missha-bb-perfect-cover-bb-cream.html)
Missha Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Cream
Missha Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence
Mizon Collagen 100
Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 15 Sensitive
Scinic Snail All Day Ampoule
Scinic Snail Matrix Cream
Sephora Solid Brush Cleaner
Tony Moly Floria Brightening Peeling Gel (Read my review here: http://mbhbeauty.blogspot.com/2016/10/tony-moly-floria-brightening-peeling-gel.html)
Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray (Read my thoughts on this here: http://mbhbeauty.blogspot.com/2016/10/empties-1.html)


Mamonde Rose Water Toner: 


This toner cost me about 15 dollars on ebay. The toner comes in a pretty translucent bottle and contains 150 mL. This toner works well and smells like roses. I adore anything rose scent, so I love this toner and will repurchase this in the future. However, if you don't like anything with  a rose scent, this is not for you.

Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 15 Sensitive:



I can't remember how much I paid for this. I know for sure it was between $5-10 dollars at Target. This moisturizer works okay. For me, it's a bit too watery and I find that it takes a while for the product to absorb into my skin.  Because this just works okay  for me, I'm not going to repurchase this.

Sephora Solid Brush Cleaner:


I purchased this for about $12-13 dollars at Sephora. This bar smells great and works very well at removing makeup from your brushes. It took me about 2 years to finish this whole thing up. I will repurchase this in the future after I run out of the other bar cleanser I've been using.


DISCLAIMER:
Just wanted to note that the products I review are all purchased with my own money, unless I state otherwise. If you do use any of these products, please do so at your discretion as the results will vary depending on the person and their skin type.  I am in no way responsible for the results or outcome if you decide to try any of the products I recommend. These reviews are my 100% honest thoughts. Please don't be offended if I didn't like a product that you happen to love or vice versa. What may work or not work for me, may be totally different from you.


Friday, March 3, 2017

Naisture Sheet Masks


The following review will be on sheet masks from Naisture. I stumbled across these at TJ Max in the beauty section. Each type of mask came in a box of 5 and was  $4.99. I picked up the following:

Naisture Sheet Masks: Tea Tree, Ginseng, Pearl, White C, and Collagen

These masks are made in Korea and are made of pure 100% cotton.

Directions:

  1. Open the packet up.
  2. Unfold the mask inside.
  3. Place mask on face, making sure to place the holes in the mask to your eyes, nose, and mouth.
  4. Leave on for 20 minutes.
  5. Take off mask, tap in the essence of the mask into your skin to absorb. Do not rinse.


White C Mask Pack

What is it for?

Revitalizes skin damaged by UV rays and enhances clarity.

Active Ingredients:

vitamin C derivative, green tea extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, herb extract, pomegranate extract, allantoin, panthenol, trehalose

I tried to look up this product at www.cosdna.com, but couldn't find it listed.

White C Front

Ginseng Mask Pack

What is it for?

Immediately moisturizes and tightens your skin.

Active Ingredients:

ginseng extract, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, allantoin, trehalose, shea butter

To look at the full list of ingredients, its function for each, and its safety/irritant levels go ahead and click on this website: http://cosdna.com/eng/cosmetic_cbe7197131.html


Ginseng Front



Collagen Mask Pack

What is it for?

Improves your skin's elasticity and firmness.

Active Ingredients:

vegetable & marine collagen, raffinose, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, herb extract, jojoba oil, allantoin, panthenol, trehalose

I tried to look up this product at www.cosdna.com, but couldn't find it listed.

Collagen Front
Tea Tree Mask Pack

What is it for?

Helps to calm and soothe your skin.

Active Ingredients:

tree-tea oil & extract, AHA, witch hazel extract, licorice extract, herb extract, hyaluronic acid, allantoin, panthenol, trehalose

To look at the full list of ingredients, its function for each, and its safety/irritant levels go ahead and click on this website: http://cosdna.com/eng/cosmetic_483c197132.html

Tea Tree Front

Pearl Mask Pack

What is it for? 

Improves your skin's condition and tone

Active Ingredients:

hydrolyzed pearl, hyaluronic acid, betaine, vitamine E, panthenol, peony extract, herb extract, allantoin, trehalose

To look at the full list of ingredients, its function for each, and its safety/irritant levels go ahead and click on this website: http://cosdna.com/eng/cosmetic_1dfb221345.html

Pearl Front

Review:

There is no difference with the quality of the sheet masks between the different types. The sheet mask are made from a cotton material and are thick. They applied relatively smoothly and softly on the face. It's not the roughest sheet mask I've tried, but it definitely isn't the softest either. But considering that each mask cost only $1, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the masks. Each sheet mask was soaked with essence and felt very cooling on the face.

The smell did differ between the sheet masks. The White C Pack smelled like citrus, the Ginseng mask smelled like ginseng, the collagen and pearl mask smelled like a fragrant lotion, and the Tea Tree masked smelled like tea tree/pine scent. Most of the sheet mask smelled nice and not overpowering, but I personally didn't care for the ginseng scent because I really don't like that scent in general.

In terms of skin benefits, each sheet mask had a purpose, but the mask that I felt really did something different for my skin was the Tea Tree masks. I used the Tea Tree mask when I had a some redness due to a few blemishes and I noticed that it calmed my skin. All the other masks were good for hydration, but I didn't notice any other benefits. The essence also absorbed into the skin well and did not feel sticky.

These sheet masks were decent because of how inexpensive they were. I'm glad I got to try them, but I won't be repurchasing them because there are other sheet masks that I like more.

Overall:

Pros:
Cons:
*cooling on skin
*moisturized skin
*smells nice (depending on smell)
*inexpensive
*absorbed nicely, didn't feel sticky

* smell can be troublesome (depending on mask, in my case it was the ginseng mask that bothered me)
*besides tea tree mask, didn't notice any other benefits from the masks aside from hydration


DISCLAIMER:
Just wanted to note that the products I review are all purchased with my own money, unless I state otherwise. If you do use any of these products, please do so at your discretion as the results will vary depending on the person and their skin type.  I am in no way responsible for the results or outcome if you decide to try any of the products I recommend. These reviews are my 100% honest thoughts. Please don't be offended if I didn't like a product that you happen to love. What may work or not work for me, may be totally different from you.