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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." iUNIK focuses  on good, effective natural-origin ingredients—packaged simply and cleanly—that do away with the need for numerous skincare steps while still delivering awesome results. Get fuss-free beauty that works with iUNIK. PRODUCT iUNIK's Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel. INGREDIENTS Water, Glycerin, Steartrimonium Methosulfate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (L...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." Bubuchic is a local brand from the Philippines that sells Cruelty-Free, Safe and Natural Skincare and Makeup Products perfect for all Filipinas (and foreigns) skin tones and skin types! PRODUCT Bubuchic PH's Detoxifying Activated Charcoal Facial Scrub MAIN INGREDIENTS Jojoba Seeds, Kaolin Clay, Tea Tree Essential Oil and Activated Charcoal USES / BENEFITS - Detoxifying - Removes Excess Oil - Exfoliating SIZE 50g PRICE P150 / $3 DETAILS This product is said to remove dead skin cells and dirt as well. HOW TO USE After washing my face with cleanser / soap, i scoop once for my forehead, chin, nose and both of my cheeks before scrubbing them in a circular motion and rinsing them off thoroughly. PROS It smells zesty yet mild which is good because i'm hyper sensitive when it comes to scented skincare products o...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT  : Bath and Blends PH's Coffee with Peppermint Body Scrub INGREDIENTS  : Raw Sugar, Salt, Coffee Grounds, Coconut Oil and Peppermint Oil. USES / BENEFITS  : Exfoliating, Anti-Cellulite. SIZE  : 150g PRICE  : P150 / $3 DETAILS  : This product is by newly established brand that sells all-natural bath essentials. HOW TO USE  : 1-2 times a week, i scoop a handful of the scrub and transfer to a container bowl then scrub gently and directly onto my skin before rinsing with warm water. PROS  : When i opened the tub, i instantly sniffed the product and i find the scent very relaxing due to the peppermint in it added to the aroma of coffee is like the best formula for a full-blown relaxation session. The moment i applied this onto my skin, i felt a cooling effect which i think my skin ne...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Pretty Skin Care's Pretty Lip Scrub INGREDIENTS  : Sugar Crystals, VCO, Avocado Oil, Sweet Jojoba Oil, Cocoa Butter, Yellow Beeswax, Argan Oil, Flavoring Oil and Colorant. USES / BENEFITS  : Lip Exfoliator. SIZE  : 10g PRICE  : P160 / $3.2 DETAILS  : This product has only one flavor which is Apple Kiss. HOW TO USE  : I scoop a decent amount using my finger and scrub directly onto my lips, leave it for a minute before rinsing. PROS  : This smells nice and yummy. It tastes nice too! I also love the unique consistency of it, nothing like any other lip scrubs that i've tried! I really prefer this consistency since it doesn't spill, drop and waste any sugar crystal because it's super creamy. It's also very gentle on my lips and makes it plump, free from dead skin, extremely moisturized 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  : Skin Bounty PH's Co-Co Body Scrub. INGREDIENTS  : Premium Davao Arabica & Robusta Coffee Beans, Sugar, Virgin Coconut Oil, Shea Butter and Organic Rosehip Oil. USES / BENEFITS  : Exfoliating, Moisturizing. SIZE  : 250g PRICE  : P350 / $7 DETAILS  : This product is said to also lessen the appearance of cellulite.  HOW TO USE  : I scoop a handful of scrub and put it in a plastic bowl / container then rub it portion by portion on damp skin before rinsing off with warm water. PROS  : I super love the smell of this! It's addicting especially for a coffee lover! And i love the fact that even if i scrub, scrub, scrub and keep scrubbing all the way, it doesn't hurt! Not even a bit! It doesn't sting too! After every wash, my skin feels so moisturized and soft like a b...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT  : Purple Fairy Organics' Very Strawberry Milk and Salt Bath. INGREDIENTS  : Not indicated. USES / BENEFITS  : Exfoliating, Whitening, Moisturizing. SIZE  : 100g PRICE  : P90 / $1.8 DETAILS  : This product is said to be Earth-friendly and Organic. HOW TO USE  : After bathing, i put a decent amount of this in a separate bowl and scrub onto damp skin part by part before rinsing off with water. PROS  : I love the smell of this! It's like strawberry milkshake which is one of my favorite drinks! While scrubbing it, there was no stinging unlike other body scrubs with salt in it and my skin feels super nice afterwards! Really soft and smooth! Not to mention that i noticed my skin glowing and radiant-looking instantly, dark areas and stretch marks lightened as well. My skin is also m...

"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 Happy Organics’ Pink Himalayan Salt Goat’s Milk Bar. INGREDIENTS  : Fresh Goat Milk, Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Saponified Coconut, Palm Olein, Soybean, Castor Bean, Certified Organic Virgin Olive Oils, Shea Butter, Himalayan Pink Salt, Goat Olive Soap Solution, Garden’s Secret Essential Oils, Australian Zeolite Minerals and Citric Acid. USES / BENEFITS  : Revitalizing, Detoxifying, Exfoliating. SIZE  : 135g. PRICE  : P245 / $4.9 DETAILS  : This product is said to be suitable for all skin types. HOW TO USE  : I rub the soap directly onto damp skin then rinse with warm water. PROS  : This smells nice! It exfoliates well and the cleansing power of this is beyond amazing! Although i keep scrubbing this on my skin, it doesn’t hurt nor sting unlike other skincare products that ha...

"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' Honey Glazed Lip Scrub. INGREDIENTS Organic Sugar Crystals, Beeswax, Raw Honey and Food Flavor. USES / BENEFITS Exfoliating, Nourishing. SIZE 25g. PRICE P149 / $3 DETAILS This product is also said to make lips plump and soft. HOW TO USE I scoop a decent amount in the container using my finger and rub it gently onto my lips for a minute then wipe off this wet towel or rinse with water. PROS This smells and tastes extremely delicious! First time i used this, i can instantly feel my lips being moisturized the very moment i applied them! While i was scrubbing it was a whole another level because i already saw those dead skin being removed from my lips! After wiping it off, there was really a big difference. My lips feels super soft and plump, not to mention that it's super smooth too! Making liquid matte ...

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two." PRODUCT : Little Berry Naturals' Papaya Coal Soap. INGREDIENTS : Not indicated USES / BENEFITS : Lightening, Exfoliating, Moisturizing, Detoxifying. SIZE : Soap Chips / Full Size (130-135g). PRICE : P100 / $2 for paper bag of approx. 15 - 20pcs. of soap chips & P210 / $4.2 (full size). DETAILS : This product is one of their Luxuria Bars (latin word for Luxury), it's a series of soaps with high quality and fine ingredients and minerals. HOW TO USE : i rub directly onto damp skin and wait for 2 minutes before rinsing. PROS : I had 4 soap chips of this soap variant and i really like its exfoliation because it's very gentle and i can tell that it helps detoxifies and cleanse my skin to the max! I also love the moisturizing effect of this since detoxifying + whitening tends to dry up my skin but this didn't! 💕 C...

"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...