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SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Skinpotions' Glowdust ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 5/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ The packaging is one of the things SkinPotions is known for. They always put so much effort in packaging and PR boxes because that’s the first thing people see or notice and they never fail to deliver cute designs of packaging that catches a lot of people’s attention and this was no exception. The boxes has see-through sleeves where they printed everything you need to know about the product, including the product name, brand, brief introduction about the product and most importantly, the ingredients. It has a very light scent which is to me, not so distinct hence I couldn’t explain how it really smells like. I don’t know whether that’s how loose powder should smell like because this is the first lo...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Founded in August 2018, Skin Foundry is a local beauty brand that offers all-natural cosmetics and skincare products with promising effect, multi-functional essentials that won't break the bank. PRODUCT Skin Foundry's Midnight Charcoal Scrub INGREDIENTS Sweet Almond Oil, Sunflower Oil, Activated Charcoal, Kaolin Clay, Jojoba Beads, Tea Tree Essential Oil, Castile Soap and Preservatives. USES / BENEFITS - Exfoliating - Cleansing SIZE 100g PRICE P250 / $5 DETAILS This product is said to also eliminate excess sebum to tighten and refresh clogged pores. HOW TO USE After washing my face with facial soap and warm water, I scoop an ample amount using my finger for each of my cheeks, forehead, nose and chin before scrubbing / massaging it on my skin for at least 30 seconds then rinse with cool water. PRO...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Casamara PH's Balmshell Tinted Lip Balms top : 2 swipes | bottom : 1 swipe ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 5/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 5/5 /VERDICT/ The packaging is a very typical lip balm that we used to know from way back, an all-white plastic container that you can twist the bottom to get more products. It has a very clean looking white and green waterproof label with mostly black letterings of all the information you would want and need to know about the product starting with the brand’s logo / name, product name, shade and of course, ingredients. It also has a brief introduction about the lip balms, tips and the expiry date after opened. They have indicated on the labels that these are cruelty-free and made in the Philippines as well. With regards its scent, it doesn’t smell like the ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." This product is from Charis, an online platform that sells wide range of products from different brands from where they are based which is in South Korea. Giving us an easier access to beauty products that we see and to achieve looks like our girl crush/es in our favorite K-dramas! PRODUCT Vicle Cosmetics' Peelsu Pure Cleansing Foam INGREDIENTS Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine,Acrylates Copolymer,Disodium ,Coco-Glucoside,1,2-Hexanediol ,Sodium Chloride,PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate,Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate,Hexylene Glycol ,butylene clycol, Orange Peel Oil,Lemon Peel Oil,Mandarin Peel Oil,Rosemary Leaf Oil,Bergamot Oil, Lavender Oil, Eucalyptus Leaf Oil, Matricaria Extract, Teatree Leaf Oil, Calendula Extract,Ethyl Hexanediol, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA and Ethylhexylglycerin. USES / BENEFITS - Cleansing - ...

"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 Foundry's West Coast Tinted Sunscreen INGREDIENTS Octyl Methoxy Cinnamate, Titanium and Zinc Oxide, Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen Peptide, Parfum, Aqua, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, Beeswax, Flavor and Phenoxyethanol. USES / BENEFITS - Sun Protect - Primer - Makeup Base SIZE 25ml PRICE P269 / $5.4 DETAILS This product is said to shield skin from UVA and UVB rays, hydrates and is formulated for all skin types. HOW TO USE At the end of my morning skincare routine, I apply this as finisher. I put at least a full pump on the back of my hand before distributing it onto my forehead, cheeks, chin, nose and neck then spread evenly and pat gently. PROS before blending Let’s start off with its packaging; I personally like it in an airless pump and it looks very classy as the label complimented ...

SWATCH + REVIEW FEATURING Don't Panic, It's Organic's Lip and Cheek Tints ⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ • Packaging  : 5/5 • Smell  : 5/5 • Application  : 5/5 • Comfort  : 5/5 • Texture  : 5/5 • Longevity  : 4.5/5 After washing the swatches under running water and soap /VERDICT/ Let’s start off with its packaging, it’s housed in a typical 10ml roller bottle and if you’ve noticed, the cap of the shade “Cherry” is white while the other two shades’ caps are in beige which I don’t know why either but it doesn’t bother me anyway. The labels are very minimalist and easy to read. They aren’t waterproof but they have all the information you need to know about the products. Especially the ingredients which is very important, at least for me. Aside from the difference of cap color, the other two shades’ containers are glass and Cherry’s bottle is made out of plastic. Hence, the other two are heavier. In t...