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SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Skin Genie’s Lip and Cheek Stain Alive ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ Packaging : 5/5 Smell : 5/5 Application : 5/5 Comfort : 5/5 Texture : 5/5 Longevity : 5/5 /VERDICT/ First, i love its packaging to the max! It's actually a new look of it and it looks really fancy with the gold lettering and mind you, they come in a white box with gold lettering too so they are a perfect gift for someone you know who loves lip tints. The smell is so sweet! Like a fruit or even candy, it tastes sweet too! Regards it application, it's very easy since it's a roll-on. So you just need to roll it once or twice for a natural look and since it's really pigmented even though it's water based, you can apply more layers for a more intense color. It's that buildable! I didn't feel any sting instead it's very comfortable on the lips! It's also non-drying and longevity is one of my favorite about this! I a...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Jen's Naturals PH's On The Go Hydrating Mist. INGREDIENTS : USES / BENEFITS : Hydrating, Refreshing. SIZE : 100ml PRICE : P400 / $8 DETAILS : This product is made with all-natural and high quality ingredients. Sticker label has the brand logo, product name, ingredients and weight. :) HOW TO USE : After washing my face in the morning and/or whenever i feel that my skin needs to be hydrated, i spray 3-4 times on my face. PROS : I love this so much! This is what i've been looking for! First, it doesn't have a distinct smell but i really find it refreshing! I still use this until now especially when the temperature is too drying for my skin (sometimes when it's too hot or cold, my skin really becomes dry.)! Another thing that this got me amazed was when it makes my flaking go away with just one s...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : My Bare Skin Specialist's Oatmeal Soap with Silk Cocoon. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Moisturizing, Calming. SIZE : 150g PRICE : P280 / $5.6 DETAILS : This product is also said to be safe for kids. HOW TO USE : After rinsing my whitening soap, i use this and wait for at least 5 minutes before rinsing with water. PROS : I'm in love with this! Smells so mild! I was having red patches on my body and also using whitening soap when i used this! It really moisturized my skin and made my red patches go away! I usually get extremely dry legs when i use whitening soaps but with this, it's like i used lotion while in the shower! I also noticed that my bacne that i got from exercising too much started to calm down and dry when i used this! I sometimes use this on my face to calm some redness from...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Skin Magical's Gluta Mango Peel Soap. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated USES / BENEFITS : Skin Lightening and Smoothening. SIZE : 135g PRICE : P65 / $1.3 DETAILS : This product is said to also eliminate sunburn, stretch marks, skin discolorations and whitens dark underarms. HOW TO USE : I rub directly onto damp skin until i get a creamy lather and wait for 3 minutes before rinsing. PROS : I used this soap for 3 weeks (i cut my soap into 4 and i used up 3 cuts because they lasted a week each cut). I was skeptical to use this as i'm not sure to whether it's going to work for me or not since it's not all-natural but i'm beyond amazed on how this lightened my skin and helped with some discolorations / sunburn that i recently got from going out too often and this soap made it go away in just a few days! The ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Sticker label with cute patterns, brand logo, product name and directions on how to use the product . PRODUCT : Serafica PH's Strawberry Milkshake Body Scrub. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Exfoliating, Whitening. SIZE : 250g PRICE : P149 / $3 DETAILS : This product is best paired with their Insta-Glam plus Soap. HOW TO USE : I put a handful amount in plastic bowl and scrub on damp skin in a circular motion then rinse with warm water. PROS : When i first got this, i find it so cute! It was layered with Strawberry and Milk scrub! Before using it, you will need to shake it and voila! It becomes a Strawberry Milkshake Scrub! I've used so many scrubs but this is one of my favorites! It has a right amount of Milk Scrub (for moisturizing) and Strawberry Scrub (for whitening)! And that's how it helpe...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT Skinpotions' Snowberry Sleeping Cream Mask. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Snail Enzymes Filtrate, Aloe Barbadensis, Tomato Extract, Rice Bran Oil, Lemon Peel Extract. USES / BENEFITS - Brightening - Banishes Pimple Marks / Scars, Freckles, Stretch Marks and Bite Marks - Smoothening SIZE 50g PRICE P450 / $9 DETAILS This product is one of the many best seller products of Skin Potions. They are one of the biggest local skincare brand in the Philippines with resellers all over the country + kiosks in malls around and near the Metro. HOW TO USE After my skincare routine at night, i apply an even layer on my face and neck before sleeping. PROS MY SLUMBER BESTIE! First, of course, the scent! It smells like strawberry yogurt drink! Even our dogs loves the smell of it! I'm using it since September until now and i'm still ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : @alexa.cosmetics' Sunblock Gel. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Sunscreen. SIZE : 15g PRICE : P130 / $2.6 DETAILS : This product is said to be suitable for oily skin types. HOW TO USE : 30 minutes before going out, i apply an even layer on my face and neck. PROS : I've been obsessed with this product since i started using it! First, i love it because the smell is nice! I'm very sensitive when it comes to smell! And since it's transparent and gel, even if i sweat (I SWEAT A LOT A LOT A LOT! TOO MUCH!) and wipe my face and neck, there's no white lines that i usually get whenever i'm using a sunblock in cream form. I also love that since it's for oily skin, it's helping me balance my skin (my skin type is combination) and not look too shiny on my t-zone area! Not to menti...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Sticker label is so girly! :) PRODUCT : Alexa Cosmetics' Gold Whitening Powder Mask. The powder is super fine. :) INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Firming, Rejuvenating, Anti-Aging. SIZE : 50g PRICE : P70 / $1.4 DETAILS : This product is said to also have anti-inflammatory properties. HOW TO USE : I put around a teaspoon of powder in a plastic bowl, add sufficient amount of water, mix until fully dissolved, apply an even layer onto my face using a brush and wait for it to dry before rinsing. PROS : First, i got real curious about this because it's the first time that i saw a Gold Powder Mask! It smells really nice which i really like because it didn't irritate my nose! Also, i love how i can feel the firming / tightening effect while using it and how it makes my face feels extra ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Jen's Naturals PH's Coffee Scrub. Like the other Jen's Naturals PH products, the sticker label is waterproof! :) Back label has all the benefits and directions on how to use the product. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Exfoliating, Skin Brightening, Anti-Aging, Eliminates Cellulite, Anti-oxidants and Fights free radicals. SIZE : 200ml. PRICE : P410 / $8.2 DETAILS : This product is also suitable for the Face and said to reduce eye puffiness and dark circles. HOW TO USE : After washing up, i put an ample amount on my fingers and massage onto my face and body by area to ensure being scrubbed / massaged properly onto my skin then rinse with warm water. PROS : When i opened this, i got real addicted right away! It smells so relaxing and YUMMY! Like coffee with milk that even makes me...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : The Cold Process PH's Cream Caffeine Bar. INGREDIENTS : Coffee Extracts, Coffee Grounds, Coffee Beans, Yogurt Cream and Virgin Coconut Oil. USES / BENEFITS : Firming, Reduces Cellulites, Improves Complexion. SIZE : 130-135g PRICE : P175 / $3.5 DETAILS : This product is said to also help improve the overall texture of the skin. HOW TO USE : I scrub directly onto my skin and wait for 3-5 minutes before rinsing. PROS : COFFEE LOVER'S SOAP! When i first saw this, i find it really pretty! From the packaging to the soap's appearance! It has a few whole coffee beans on top too! It smells like brewed coffee which i really love and i find the smell super perfect (coffee addict here! :P) and when you scrub it, you'll feel the ground coffee beans exfoliating your skin! But after rinsing is a whole new level of...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Sticker label with description and benefits of the product :) PRODUCT : Casamara PH's Witch Hazel Pore-fecting Toner. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated USES / BENEFITS : Removes Excess Oil, Shrinks Pores, Prevents Blemishes, Blackheads and Acne. SIZE : 60ml PRICE : P190 / $3.9 DETAILS : This product's main ingredient, Witch Hazel is known as a natural astringent that can also help reduce inflammation, oil and redness, it also lessens bacteria growth while speeding up the healing of scars, scabs and infection making it one of the best remedies for acne. HOW TO USE : I put 1-2 sprays on a cotton ball and apply onto my face and neck. PROS : I used this product for almost a month and the first thing i liked about it is that it doesn't smell too strong unlike other witch hazel toners! And since it has Tea Tree Oil, it ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Serafica PH's Insta-Glam plus Soap. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS : Whitening, Exfoliating, Rejuvenating, Smoothening. SIZE : 80g PRICE : P130 / $2.6 DETAILS : This product is a stronger version of their previously released "Insta-Glam Beauty Bar" and is said to have a peeling power for clearer and fairer complexion. HOW TO USE : I rub the soap directly onto my body until i get a creamy lather then wait for 5 minutes before rinsing. PROS : As an addicted to whitening (not that i want to be whiter, i just want to maintain my complexion), i immediately fell in love with it at first wash! Not only it smells good but it really whitens the skin and the micropeeling effect after every wash is the bomb! It also didn't cause my skin to dry nor break too! I cut my soap into 4 (like i usually d...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : 3W Clinic's Jahwangsu Exfoliating Collagen Soap. INGREDIENTS : The ingredients are in Korean letters since it originated from South Korea. USES / BENEFITS : Firming. SIZE : 150g PRICE : P90 / $1.9 DETAILS : This product is said to make skin plump and bouncy. Giving aura to tired skin. HOW TO USE : i rub directly onto my body and wait for 1-2 minutes before rinsing. PROS : I really love this soap! It doesn't have a very strong smell like other soaps from Korea. I only cut this soap into 2 (it's too hard for me to cut it) and i ended up using both cuts because each cuts lasted for exactly 12 days (total of 24 days). Originally, this soap is for saggy skin.. I don't have saggy skin but i can still tell that this soap made my skin firmer and all the cellulite on my arms and thighs are lesser. It really ...