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SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING AMPM PH's Lumiere Liquid Highlighter Drops ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 4/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ I find this so cute! And again, the glittery waterproof label always gets me! Although, there isn't much important details written on it aside from the brand name, product name and weight. Regarding its container, it's a cute glass bottle with a dropper. The gold accent on it really adds a statement, however, the dropper couldn't take the consistency of the product hence it doesn't also work. Whilst, it may seem that it lost the purpose of the dropper, what i do is just get the product from the outside of the dropper which can be seen in the photo. With regards to its scent, it's very mild and even though i can't seem to describe it, it actually suits my liking. I'm very particular with ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Angel Kiss is a local brand here in the Philippines that sells skincare products made for Filipino skin! PRODUCT Angel Kiss' Silky Baby CC Body Lotion with SPF60+++ in Frosted Donut — moisturizing and baby bright lotion INGREDIENTS Glutathione, Alpha Arbutin, Honey Dew, Sweet Almond Oil, Marine Collagen, Vitamin E, White Strawberry Extract and Vit. B3. USES / BENEFITS - Whitening - Moisturizing - Skin Smoothening SIZE 150ml PRICE P499 / $10 DETAILS without Silky Baby CC Body Lotion This is said to also protect the skin from the sun, hypoallergenic and cruelty-free! HOW TO USE After bathing and before going out, i apply an ample amount of this product which is 2 pumps on each arm and leg then smother evenly. PROS with Silky Baby CC Body Lotion First, i'm in love with how it smells li...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT Pia Skin's Milky Cucumansi Soap INGREDIENTS Cucumber, Calamansi, Glutathione, Goat's Milk, Baking Soda, Shea Butter, Tea Tree Oil, Rosehip Oil and Fragrance. USES / BENEFITS - Whitening - Moisturizing - Exfoliating SIZE 50g PRICE P15 / $0.30 DETAILS This product is made with natural and FDA-Approved ingredients and is said to be safe for kids, pregnant and lactating moms HOW TO USE I scrub the soap directly onto my skin until i get the preferred amount of lather and wait for 3 minutes before rinsing. PROS This has a very mild scent which is good and it's actually like cucumber as well. Very light which is what i always personally prefer when it comes to how products should smell since i'm very sensitive when it comes to scents and if it's strong, it tends to trigger my allergies...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Hada means "Skin" in Japanese and Hada Story is brand that provides affordable beauty solutions inspired by real life skin and beauty stories. All their products are made with love and premium natural ingredients. PRODUCT Hada Story's Clear Face Turmeric and Clay Mask INGREDIENTS Turmeric and a combination of Earth Clay. USES / BENEFITS - Clarifying - Radiance - Anti-bacterial SIZE 100g PRICE P320 / $6.4 DETAILS This product is best for oily and acne/blemish-prone skin. It can also be used as a Clay Cleanser or Facial Exfoliator. HOW TO USE I scoop an ample amount of the product using my plastic spatula to apply onto my face evenly and thinly, wait for 10 minutes or until it dries up then massage it on my skin using my hands in a circular motion for a good 1-2 minutes before rinsing off wit...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." The Happy Organics mainly targets stay-at-home mothers and people who wanted to work from the comfort of their homes and maximize the use of Social Media and the internet to reach their market. The brand currently has a hundred and nine (109) authorized distributors all over the Philippines, one (1) in Bahrain and one (1) in Brunei. PRODUCT The Happy Organics' Whitening Deo Mist INGREDIENTS Aqua, Potato Alcohol, Potassium Alum, Witch Hazel, Bearberry, Calamondin, Melaleuca, Alternifolia, Carica Papaya Extracts, Microflora Enzyme, Natural Fragrance and Sodium Benzoate. USES / BENEFITS - Lightens Underarms - Keeps Underarms Dry and Odor-Free SIZE 50ml PRICE  P200 / $4 DETAILS It is said to be suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin type. HOW TO USE After bathing, i just spray twice on each underarm and wait...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Skin Potions' Sugar Flush Holiday Collection ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 10/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ I'm in love with the holiday collection! The box is extremely cute and how Skinpotions put a lot of effort on the packaging is one of a kind! The box has snow, a christmas tree and a gingerbread man, peppermint frappe and candy cane which represents the shades! As well as a "To" and "From" spaces if you ever you want to grant someone's wish! Regarding the labels, it's one of my favorite and most pleasing to the eyes! I love that the labels are very uniformed even with the old shades. Aside from that, it has all the necessary information you need to know about the product which is mainly, the ingredients! The scent on the other hand is very sweet and mild! The perfect amount o...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Skin Potions' Holidream Collection ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 10/5 • Smell  : 8/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 7/5 • Texture  : 10/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ If you've noticed that the packaging is different as it's not individually boxed and as written on the title, it is the Limited Edition Shades just for the Holidays! The box screams "yuletide season" in a very cute way with all the designs and the shade names are utterly adorable! If you've seen the previous  Dream Creams , the box has moons and stars but this one has sparkles and snowflakes with cute buildings and a moon with a shadow of Santa Claus on his sleigh with his reindeers! There's also a christmas tree on the side, christmas balls at the back with the shade names, "To" and From" spaces (just in case you want to give this to a special someone in your life or y...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Hada Story is a brand that offers modern skincare and makeup inspired by your skin stories. PRODUCT Hada Story's Happy Face Witch Hazel Face and Neck Tonic INGREDIENTS Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Witch Hazel, Neem Oil, Tea Tree Oil, Orange Peel Oil, Mandarin Peel Oil, Chamomile Flower Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Bearberry Leaf Extract, Zinc Oxide, Allantoin and Lime Oil. USES / BENEFITS - Brightening - Replenishing - Soothing SIZE 100ml PRICE P350 / $7 DETAILS This product is said to be botanically powered, plant derived and suitable for pregnant and lactating mommies. HOW TO USE After washing my face in the evening, i spritz twice on a cotton pad before swiping through my face and neck. In the morning, i spray twice on the palm of my hands and tap it on my face and neck. PROS First, i love the ...