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Hello loves!

Living in the city can make one feel like time flies so fast. Specially when you're part of the workforce and you have to balance your work, relationships, errands, and other such responsibilities. I personally struggle to keep everything in order and at the same time find time to spoil myself with what I like and that includes giving my skin a bit more TLC! 

I try to get my hands on products that suit my skin's needs from the right cleanser to the serums that deal with my skin concerns. I have a handful of products that I use in a daily basis as well as products that I add to my routine like exfoliants and masks. There's so many to choose from that it can be intimidating when you're new to the world of skincare. Another set back is the time you invest in applying all these some people just don't have the extra time and patience for it. I know some who do want to improve their skin, but gave up midway and even I personally skip some steps once in a while.

BUT I DO HAVE GOOD NEWS to those fellow busy bees out there who also likes to pamper their skin...

Innisfree Green Tea Cleansing Water

Good evening ladies,

Here's a short review on my sister's pasalubong from Korea.

It has been a while since I've used cleansing waters again since I have never found a decent replacement for my Nature Republic Natural Lemon Cleansing Water and have settled with their aloe vera soothing gel as make-up remover.

Anyway, getting back to the topic. This Innisfree Green Tea Cleansing Water has a very convenient pump dispenser mechanism. You lay down the cotton/cotton pad on top, press down, and a small pool of product is released and gets sipped by the cotton. For me this actually helps save a lot of product as compared to the "faucet-type" looking pump since there's minimal spill.

The bottle holds 300 ml of product, so to make it last, I usually just use it for eye make-up removal.

I had a picture of the instructions and the ingredients but it was just too blurry to post so here is the typed instructions and ingredients list as found in the bottle.

Directions: Place 2 sheets of cotton pads on top of pump and gently press downward. Use wet cotton pads to softly wipe across your face. Whenever you feel that your skin is dry finish by washing only with water after product use.

Ingredients: CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE, PROPANEDIOL, PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) LEAF EXTRACT, CITRUS PARADISI (GRAPEFRUIT) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS TANGERINA (TANGERINE) EXTRACT, CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL EXTRACT, OPUNTIA COCCINELLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, ORCHID EXTRACT, CAMELLIA JAPONICA LEAF EXTRACT, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, FRAGRANCE

  

I don't usually follow the instructions and just follow my usual routine of pressing the wet cotton onto my lids for at least 10-15 seconds and gently swipe outward.

The product melts my make-up and eyeliner (even the waterproof ones) but cannot completely clean mascara. For mascaras, I'd need to do two cycles of the pressing with the wet cotton.

However, I found that this product stings the eyes a little and that it feels a little oily after. Also, after sometime, the clear liquid turned cloudy (see picture below) and an oily condensate is settling around the bottle cover and making a slippery oily trail down the side.

I am not sure if this is due to the heat but it's the first time I've seen this happen to my cleansing water. Such was not observed when I was using Bifesta or Nature Republic.

Lastly, this bottle holds 300 ml of product and is only available online in the Philippines. I've visited the stores selling Innisfree products and this seems to be not available. I am not sure about it's price but judging from the price list of other products within the green tea series, it could cost around 500 to 600.

I won't recommend buying it, as Bifesta holds the same amount of product for a cheaper price and does not leave an oily feeling after use.

If you're deciding on buying cleansing water from Korea, I hope this has helped you a little. Anyway, until next time!

Cheers,

LIZ

Holika Holika Smooth Egg Soaps

Hey guys!

Just got back from a four-day vacation at Jeju Island, South Korea. I had such a great time there, especially since we got there while the cherry blossoms were in full bloom! Anyway, I will just share the details about our short vacation on a future post.

For today, I'll share some products that is perfect for the coming Easter which is only three days away!

Holika Holika Smooth Egg Soaps

I was given a set a few days ago and just found them absolutely adorable! Egg shaped soaps with an egg container as packaging? Really smart and cute! 

These soaps come in four colors and each have a different set and specializes on a specific skin benefit. Check out the guide below to see what they are all about.

And more info from the website:

The set that I got contains all four kinds.

I think all four benefits are needed by my skin so I alternate the use of them from time to time depending on the condition of my skin. If I need more hydration, I'll reach out for the green one, if my skin is just too oily lately, I'll grab the black one!

But if you want to try only one type of egg, you can buy a couple and they are still housed in those cute egg containers!

And by the way, these soaps are handmade and they smell super amazing. Once I opened the wrappers, you can smell them just by getting near them.

I have been using the Charcoal one more often than the others because my skin is oilier because of the recent high temperature. After washing my face, it feels like my skin is very clean and the excess sebum is gone! I can't really say if it has helped get rid of my skin troubles like pimples and blackheads since I've only been using it for a week but so far, I haven't had any breakouts. :D

I have yet to discover how effective each soap is but that would take a while to do. I just want to blog about these because this would be great presents for the coming Easter event. Who said only kids get to do those Easter egg hunting? Kikay girls can hunt for eggs too and feel and look good using them!

And what makes things more fun is that you can get a free Jelly Cleansing Puff when you avail these eggs! For a purchase of any egg soap product (whether 2-pc, or 4-pc), you'll get a free Jelly Cleansing Puff (SRP Php 165.00) until supplies last.

I'm a fan of these sponges. I've tried one before and what I like about them is that they are soft and they are gentle on the skin. It's perfect to pair with the soaps. You don't have to directly touch the soap to your face, just rub the soap on the jelly sponge, let it foam up and then massage on skin. Great combo so I recommend you try this out.

A box of four is Php 815.00 while a box of two is Php 435.00 only. If you're interested to know more about the products, the promo, or other info regarding Holika Holika, visit their Facebook page or Twitter or follow their Instagram account: @HOLIKAHOLIKAPH

What do you think of the Smooth Egg Soaps? Which variant are you most interested in? 

Cheers,

DAWN

Caronia Hand and Foot Care Nourishing Cream in Green Tea

Hey dearies!

Love having foot spas?

I'm currently loving them! I am doing a lot of walking right now which makes such luxury something I'd take to pamper my tired feet.

To tell you the truth, I was avoiding foot spas in salons before. I only do them in the comforts of my own house. It has nothing to do with the service itself or the places I have been to. It was actually because of me. I was embarrassed of my feet. I have small feet yet I'm in the heavy side. Carrying such a heavy body may be causing my feet callus and I really had thick ones. I find those on my feet disgusting that I don't want people to see nor touch them.

So after a long and tedious task of getting rid of thick and rough skin on my feet, I am more confident in exposing my feet and have the lovely experience of getting foot spas! I don't have to do them myself anymore! LOL

One of the products I use to take care of my feet is this product:

Caronia Hand and Foot Care Nourishing Cream in Green Tea

I actually got this for free after buying nail polishes from Caronia during Cosmetologie 2013.

About the product (from the website):

A nourishing mix of Panthenol combined with soothing Green Tea fragrance. Smoothens and hydrates hands and feet.

Available in 50ml, 200ml and 500ml sizes.

Front and Back of the tube.

The scent is like mild and soothing sweet green tea. The product is quite thick but it's really easy to spread onto skin. It may take a few minutes for the product to be fully absorbed by the skin BUT this pretty thing right here is very moisturizing! It keeps my feet from drying and having cracks. Though this doesn't lock in the moisture in my feet like that of when I use petroleum jelly, this product is feels waaaay more comfortable and easier to use. I love this product because it performs well and it's so comfortable!

Do you have a favorite product to use on your feet?


Cheers,

DAWN