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"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Pia Skin is owned by Ms. Sybil Abon, a mother of two, she started her business as an authorized reseller / distributor of various products from different brands until she decided to start her own brand. PRODUCT Pia Skin's Milky Tomatomansi Soap INGREDIENTS Tomato Extract, 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 safe for kids, pregnant and lactating mothers. HOW TO USE I rub the soap directly onto my skin and create a lather then wait for 3 minutes before rinsing off with lukewarm water. PROS I love how mild the scent is! Although there's a hint of tomatoes but not too...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Kaolin Clay has a lot of colors but this one from Better Than Bare MNL is a White Kaolin Clay which is the gentlest and perfect for sensitive skin.  PRODUCT Better Than Bare MNL's Kaolin Clay  Mask INGREDIENTS White Kaolin Clay USES / BENEFITS - Purifies Pores - Cleansing - Exfoliating SIZE 50g PRICE P70 / $1.4 DETAILS This product is said to be compatible for irritated skin and can be used as a natural shampoo. HOW TO USE I put an ample amount of the product onto a plastic bowl and put water little by little until i get my preferred consistency before applying on my face evenly, avoiding the eyes and mouth then wait for it to dry which is about 5 minutes before rinsing off with water. PROS First, it smells alright. The normal scent of clay mask but not too strong unlike other masks. It's my first...

"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 was founded in 2014  by Ms. Michelle Lim-Roque.  She established this brand with the mission to make affordable all-natural and eco-friendly products available to promote conscious and healthy living. photo is from The Happy Organics' website PRODUCT : The Happy Organics' Chamomile and Mango Butter Shampoo Bar INGREDIENTS : Mango Butter, Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Olive Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Chamomile Extracts, Glycerin and Chamomile EO. USES / BENEFITS : Hair Nourishing, Heals Scalp. SIZE : 90g PRICE :  P210 / $4.2 DETAILS : This shampoo bar is the mildest out of all their variants and said to be safe even for kids. One bar lasts for about 60 - 80 washes which is also equivalent to 3 bottles of 200ml liquid shampoo. before usage (09/11) HOW TO USE...

"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 is established with the vision of becoming a world leader in all-natural, organic skincare products for the whole family that inspires, supports and contributes to a holistic healthy lifestyle with respect for Mother Nature. Photo is from The Happy Organics' website PRODUCT The Happy Organics' Keratin Argan Conditioner Bar Conditioner Bar after 40+ washes (9/19 - 10/29) INGREDIENTS Behentrimonium Chloride, African Shea Butter, Olive Butter, Cocoa Butter, Argan Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Vegetable Glycerine, Ricebran Wax, Honey, Pro-Vitamin B5 and Peppermint EO. USES / BENEFITS - Treats Split Ends - Tames Frizzy Hair - Enhances Hair Moisture SIZE 90g PRICE P250 / $5 DETAILS This product is said to give shine and body to your hair. Also, 1 bar is good for 60-80 washes which is equivalent...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Skin Potions' Dream Cream Powder Velvet Tints first shades — dylanne, harper, brooklyn, zoey, stella and scarlett new shades — soleil, louisse, george and haven ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 10/5 • Smell  : 10/5 • Application  : 10/5 • Comfort  : 10/5 • Texture  : 10/5 • Longevity  : 10/5 /VERDICT/ These are by far the best of the best and i would like to start from the packaging. I got the first 6 shades last August 31st when social media personalities were invited as well as the members of the Girl Gang (a group of girls affiliated with the brand) which includes me, for the launch of the Dream Cream. The PR Box is one of the cutest i've ever seen and is by the way, locally made! It's very nice on the eyes as the top of it only has Skinpotions logo, the sides has moons and stars that are doodle-like, the flap that says "Open u...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Better Than Bare MNL with a tagline of "Your Bare Skin But Better" started in September 23rd of 2018. Offering a wide range of oils for all skin types and other skincare needs to make bare skin better. PRODUCT Better Than Bare MNL's Rosehip Oil INGREDIENTS Rosehip Oil USES / BENEFITS - Repairs Skin - Treats Eczema, Psoriasis and Acne - Reduces Acne Marks SIZE 15ml PRICE P220 / $4.4 DETAILS This product is also said to reduce wrinkles and is good for sun damaged or pigmented skin. HOW TO USE After applying serum, i apply a drop on my cheeks, forehead, chin and nose before spreading evenly while massaging and tapping for better / faster absorption. PROS First, this doesn't have any scent which is good because i'm not that favorable with the ones with added fragrance as sometimes the...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Pia Skin's Lip and Cheek Tints ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 5/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ It's been a while since i've done another lip and cheek tint review. I like the pink labels of these and it has all the necessary details about the product. Container is a plastic roller which housed 10ml of lip and cheek tint. They smell like those local soft candies / taffy that kids love during my childhood. Application with these is as easy as 1 2 3. The roller ball glides smoothly and the color payoff is amazing that's why you wouldn't need much or even another swipe just to see the color on your lips. Once is enough. Even on the cheeks, you just need to put 2-3 dots and you're good. It's also easily blended without getting erased. They are also very comfortable. I kep...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Better Than Bare MNL's Witch Hazel Toner is now known as Rosy Witch Toner. PRODUCT Better Than Bare MNL's Witch Hazel Toner INGREDIENTS Witch Hazel Extract USES / BENEFITS - Fights Acne - Balances Oil SIZE 100ml PRICE P130 / $2.6 DETAILS This product can also be used to tighten pores. HOW TO USE After washing my face and letting it air dry, i apply the product on a cotton pad and swipe through my face and neck every night. I use my hands to pat the product onto my skin in the morning. PROS It has a very mild scent which is good because it doesn't have an alcohol smell to it unlike other Witch Hazel toners in the market. It did a great job removing some residue left on my skin. I'm also impressed that it didn't sting my eyes even when i swipe the cotton pad near my eyes which is kind of u...