[Review] Tonymoly x Mighty Atom CC Luminous Aura

Hi everyone,

I'm back with a very long, overdue product review from Tonymoly! 

Tonymoly x Mighty Atom CC Luminious Aura (Blooming Mint) 

Available in three shades: 1) Blooming Mint, 2) Skin Beige, 3) Natural Beige.
Credit: Tonymoly US 

Tonymoly x Mighty Atom 

Product Description: This product contains 51% moisture serum and 20% glacier water to provide skin with intense moisturizing effect. Featuring the use of a tight mesh net that is able to filter the water-like CC fluid evenly. As the collaboration series follows, this Tonymoly x Mighty Atom (Astro Boy) refillable cushion case was available for a limited time.

Not only that, CC products have been all the rave these days for their enhancement properties, this product claims the following skin care benefits: Whitening, UV Protection (SPF50+ PA+++), as well Anti Aging benefits.

How to apply: After your skin care routine, apply an appropriate amount across your face, then gently pat to finish and achieve full absorption.

Personal experience with the product: This product would be best for individuals looking to conceal a fair amount of redness, not a mass amount. Additionally, I can only speak for the blooming mint shade (since that's the only one I've used) which doesn't offer full coverage, since the mint shade is specifically to reduce redness.

From other reviews I've read, even the non-mint shades don't offer much coverage, however it's become evident that this product offers a lot of glow into the skin. 

It does make the skin appear very moist (dewy) and translucent, enhancing the overall skin improvement as if someone had just polished your face. 

Even with my "light brown to near yellow" skin tone that I've been told to have, applying too much of this product can make your face appear very pale. It'll make a very obvious difference in the color of your face and neck too, even if you try to balance the two, you've got your ears which aren't going to match the skin tone.

If you're patient and apply appropriately, this product can offer a vibrant glow to the face without it looking unnatural. 

As well, for the record, this is technically the first makeup product I've ever used in my life and it's not "weird" or "awkward" to put on at all. In fact, anything with extra SPF is worth trying in my opinion, haha. 

Product price: $30.00 USD

Product testing period: 1 year - ongoing

Texture: Moist, tight mesh net, gentle cushion.

Ingredients: Binghasu, purified water, the chilhek silme methoxy cinnamate, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, cetyl the seven Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, not three tilpi / p Fiji -10/1 dimethicone, 4-methyl benzylidene camphor, xylitol , Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride, hydro jeneyi suited polyisobutene, niacinamide, butyl methoxydiphenylsilyl benzoyl methane, sorbitan sesqui oleate, talc, benzophenone-3, sodium chloride, sorbitan source Te rate, calcium stearate, polyethylene, yellow iron oxide, phenoxyethanol, distearoyl dimonium hectorite, a tree in Tok Chicago frills reel silane, echil hexyl glycerin and red iron oxide, black iron oxide, disodium this dt A, adenosine, spiny bamboo extract, sage leaf extract, Witch Hazel bark / leaves / twigs extract, can cypress, snail slime filtrate, horse chestnut extract, Centella asiatica extract, sea water, dimethicone, dimethicone / vinyl dimethicone cross polymer.

Offsetting Ingredients: 

• Phenoxyethanol (Preservative) commonly found in a lot of products these days, though I try to avoid in products when possible, often I'll still use the product. For a more detailed analysis, click here. The ingredient is classified as low-moderate in the hazardous zone on the link provided. 
• Talc is a powdered native, hydrous magnesium silicate sometimes containing a small portion of aluminum silicate. Talc can be contaminated with asbestos fibers, posing risks for respiratory toxicity and cancer. For a more detailed analysis, click here. 
• Titanium Dioxide is an inorganic compound used in a range of body care products such as sunscreens and makeup. It appears to have low skin penetration but inhalation is a concern, it's a low-moderate in overall hazard, however moderate under 'cancer' under the health ingredient. For a more detailed analysis, click here. 

Recommend?  No, 2.5/5.

Not a huge fan of the ingredients here, especially with Talc being added into the mix, actually finished about 3/4th of the product but won't be using it any further.

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[Review] Tonymoly Choco Mushroom Pore Pack

Hello everyone, 

Today's item will be from the Korean brand, Tonymoly! 

☆ Tonymoly Choco Mushroom Pore Pack ☆

Product Description: Magic food Choco mushroom cream pore pack is a cream pore pack containing Ghassoul powder to deeply cleanse pores, extract excess sebum and residual makeup that clog pores. Feels like melted chocolate and smells just like it too!

How to apply the face mask:After cleansing, spread evenly onto dry face for 10-15 minutes and rinse with warm water.

Magic Food Mushroom series!
If i didn't have so many overnight creams, I would definitely try the Golden sleeping mask.
Additionally, if I didn't have the Skinfood Strawberry Black Sugar Wash Off, I would purchase the Strawberry Sugar Scrub, I've actually used the tester in the store and quite like it. It does in fact have the strawberry seeds in it too, though I found it to be a harsher texture than the Skinfood Strawberry Black Sugar mask wash off.
Though, by chance, perhaps I'll be trying out the two products since I've enjoyed this Choco Mushroom pack.
credit: Tonymoly

Personal experience with product: I've been using this product on and off for a year now, somehow it's lasted me quite some time and I can recall encountering this product.

I was with a close friend of mine and we can into Tonymoly for the grand opening, though it wasn't long until the name of the store was hanged, however it's still selling only Tonymoly items which is rather odd.

At any rate, I was picking up a couple of mask sheets and couldn't leave without another item, it was at that moment I saw the Mushroom pack series on display.

I actually really wanted to get the Strawberry Scrub mushroom pack, though I was put off by the fact it was labeled as a scrub, I'm personally not fond of scrub products used on the face because of how harsh the product is. Though, I don't recall it being too harsh for weekly use, as well, I can clearly recall how nice the scent it had.

I then looked at the Golden Mushroom pack, though at the time I was using TFS Collagen sleeping back, so I had to turn a blind eye to this product too.

That's when I saw the Choco Mushroom pack, which had me convinced there was Chocolate in it, perhaps? I checked the ingredients and noticed it had Ghassoul powder, meant to deep cleanse pores, though I had never encountered such a product before.

It didn't have a chocolate scent, though it had a similar scent, one I just couldn't pinpoint though. The scent is not at all overwhelming, I apply this product at the end of my cleansing (night) routine and leave it on for 20-25 minutes.

The product doesn't irritate my sensitive skin, only my upper lip which I found a bit surprising. Though, I believe the product tells the user to not place it around the lips, oh well.

The pore pack is a creamy texture and easily spreads throughout the skin without any difficulty, once I washed it off, I felt my pores were notably clearer and the skin was much softer. I did notice a minimizing effect in my pores temporarily, however, this mask is fairly drying which is not too much of a problem. I follow with my toner to balance the ph level, apply eye cream and follow with my overnight oil/cream.

This mask pack is perfect for anyone with oily/post acne skin, of course, I would use it once - twice a week if you have sensitive skin like me.

Product price: $18.00

Product testing period: 1 year - ongoing 

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Zeamays (Corn) Starch, Kaolin, Bentonite, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol, PVP, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Dextrin, Tricholoma Matsuaka Extract, Corthelius Shitake (Mushroom) Extract, Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract, Sorbitan Olivate, Moroccan Lava Clay, Ammonium Acrytolyc methyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexyglycerin, Fragrance, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloldimethyl Tuarate Copolymer, Squalane, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol. 

Offsetting Ingredients: 

• Phenoxyethanol (Preservative) commonly found in a lot of products these days, though I try to avoid in products when possible, often I'll still use the product. For a more detailed analysis, click here. The ingredient is classified as low-moderate in the hazardous zone on the link provided. 

Please note: My recommendation of the product is based on the overall effectiveness only, please be mindful of the ingredients and decide whether this is a suitable product for your own use.

Texture: Lightweight, creamy texture. 

Recommend: Yes, 3.25/5. 

This is actually my 2nd blog (product reviews), which was started shortly after the launch of my first (main blog) which you can visit by clicking, here.

I also make product reviews and a variety of other type of videos on my YouTube channel, which you can visit by clicking here.

[Review] The Face Shop Volcanic Clay Blackhead Nose Clay Pack

Hello everyone, 

Today's product review is from The Face Shop!

The Face Shop Volcanic Clay Blackhead Nose Clay Pack 

Product Description: A volcanic clay pack that is applied around the nose area, designated for clogged pores and claiming to remove whiteheads and blackheads with ease.

How to apply the face mask: After cleansing the skin, wet with warm water (to open the pores) and apply generously onto the entire nose. Leave the clay pack on the nose or about 15-25 minutes until it's completely dry, pull from the edges and continue to peel off the strip.

Personal experience with product: There's absolutely no way of being able to sugarcoat this product review, I did not in the slightest enjoy this product one bit. Unfortunately, I was completely shocked that the difference between their Volcanic Clay nose strips and this pack would be a completely different result.

This was actually the first occasion I purchase a nose clay pack, I was looking to save money instead of continuing to purchase the nose strips, clearly trying to save a bit and try out a new product.

Though it was the complete opposite, I am convinced to this day buying this product was a waste of money, sadly this product was much too harsh for my skin.

I have seen individuals say this product is for sensitive skin, though I have to completely disagree on that statement, be cautious of this product and the amount of times you use it.

After peeling off the pack, there was always leftover residue and I never felt it actually cleansed my deeply clogged pores, rather it caused the excess oil and dirt to surface without removing it.

Additionally, I felt that this product actually stretched my pores as well, having used it once every 2 weeks - 1 month.

When I peeled off the clay pack, my nose would generally appear much more red and it seemed irritated by the product.

The product always left me an excess residue because it was too thick and couldn't completely peel off, which was always a hassle washing off the glue like consistency of this product.

The scent of this product is nothing short of a mix of chemicals, which I was never fond of and to think all that in vain because the product never worked for me.

I have recently tried my coworker's Japanese 3-step blackhead removal pack and it honestly surpassed my expectations, I can't recall the name though the product was on a completely other level compared to this product.

Unfortunately, in the end, I never had a good experience with this product and actually never finished the bottle before tossing it out. Though I did come close because I let others use it, none of the individuals happened to be fond of this nose pack, it's just too harsh for the skin.

Product price: $9.00 USD

Product testing period: 3 years, on and off. 

Ingredients: Water, PVP, Alcohol Denat, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate, Butylene Glycol, VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Citrate, Cirtric Acid, Caramel, Montmorillonite, Potassium Hydroxide, Methylparaben, Fragrance, Violet 2, Yellow 5, Blue 1. 

Offsetting Ingredients: Generally I would write the troubling ingredients, however, I don't even recommend this product under any circumstance. And for the record, there's quite a bit of offsetting ingredients in this product that I see in the list. 

Recommend: No, 1/5. 

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[Review] Etude House Big Cover Cushion Concealer Mint SPF30/PA++

Hello everyone, 

Today's product review from a brand that I actually haven't had much of an experience with, in fact this is the first official product that I've owned from this Korean brand that's all the rave. 

However, truth be told, I used a sample of the Pink Vital Water line from Etude House and was completely in love. If anyone from Etude House is reading this, please send the product over for review, haha. 

Ah, really though, I would be unbelievably grateful for anyone any potential sponsors/collaboration partners to contact me. 

Introducing. . 

☆ Etude House Big Cover Concealer Cushion ☆

Product Description: Cushion Concealer includes a finger cushion puff to cover flaws naturally anytime, anywhere with customized correcting color for complete, flawless skin.

How to apply: 1. Press the back part of the button 1-2 times, apply the side of a finger cushion puff onto the desired area, and rub it in lightly along skin texture to promote absorption.
2. Use the front side of the finger cushion and tap lightly to blend, avoiding the lines.

Personal experience with product: Even I'm quite shocked with the fact this is my first product that I purchased from Etude House. I believe it was after speaking to a close friend of mine and asking what the mint shade was for in makeup, in terms of 'cover up' based cosmetics, to which she quickly replied would reduce redness. At the time, around six months ago, I was having consistent breakouts for no apparent reason despite my semi-acceptable meals throughout the week.

I didn't no where else to turn to at this point, each and every breakout that was appearing and disappearing left a red mark, those nearest the side of my cheeks even created patches of redness, though no where near overwhelming severe.

However, to me, it was the most 'severe' that my breakouts had ever caused my skin to suffer. I was still under the impression that I just didn't want to purchase any makeup based product, it wasn't a thought of a reason, rather it was my instinct as a male who was raised in this country.

I began to further investigate into makeup base cosmetic products, around this time, nearest the end of my sudden breakout rampage, my face was left fatigued and dull from the damage it attempted to withstand.

That's when I had read about Yutakis and Miyake mentioning Etude House, I believe the emphasis here was Miyake who had received products from the Big Cover line by Etude House.

I had also looked further into this product and reading the stellar reviews people were making on YouTube.

I began to look past the mentality of why, "Why would you wear makeup, you're a guy, wouldn't others notice?" etc.

I'm not sure why I had the thought, though from the start I knew that I was always fine with other males wearing it. In this case, I particularity thought about whether it was fine to wear makeup myself or if it was even of the "norm" in a sense.

I regret even having the thought at all, I eventually purchased the product and was pleasantly surprised.

I applied the product as a last step in my skincare, after apply sunscreen, I push the button on the bottom and gently tap on the areas that I wish to conceal the redness from.

In my experience, I generally tap around the area more for more coverage, particularly on both sides of my cheek. With my index finger, I'll tap the area and the product blends into my skin without any hassle.

This product can easily make the difference in those with post acne marks (such as myself) who wish to cover up the redness, in my experience, any makeup based products in a mint shade don't provide a dramatic coverage/full coverage. Rather, as stated in the product description, it just reduces the redness on the skin.

Personally, for the most part, I've never had anyone realize that I was wearing makeup (as of recently, though in particular days) as I find myself avoiding it altogether. Not because it's makeup, rather there's days I'm quite confident with my skin and choose to further embrace it, as well the fact my skin has been getting much better with each passing day.

I love the fact this product is very lightweight and very much a convenient product, with an ease of access, this product is perfect for anyone on the go. I am actually going to Japan at the end of July and will be bringing this product with me because it's so compact and useful.

Product price: $13.20 USD

Product testing period: 6 months - ongoing

Ingredients: Water, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Polyglyceryl-2, Triisostearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide (Ci 77947), Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Disodium Edta, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearic Acid, Adenosine, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ozokerite, Caprylyl Glycol,Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci77288), Fragrance.

Offsetting Ingredients: 

• Phenoxyethanol (Preservative) commonly found in a lot of products these days, though I try to avoid in products when possible, often I'll still use the product. For a more detailed analysis, click here. The ingredient is classified as low-moderate in the hazardous zone on the link provided. 
• Titanium Dioxide is an inorganic compound used in a range of body care products such as sunscreens and makeup. It appears to have low skin penetration but inhalation is a concern, it's a low-moderate in overall hazard, however moderate under 'cancer' under the health ingredient. For a more detailed analysis, click here. 

Please note: My recommendation of the product is based on the overall effectiveness only, please be mindful of the ingredients and decide whether this is a suitable product for your own use. 

Texture: Cushion, fairly moist (mint) applicator.

Click on the photo to further zoom in, this is what the actual cushion in the product appears as. I did in fact push the back button so that the product could be showed. If you look closely enough, you can see the mint, very clearly.

Recommend? Yes, 3.25/5.

update, 1/30/16: This product doesn't seem to last more than few hours without breaking apart, leaving a dry patch on the areas applied. . though, still convenient for traveling. 

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The Face Shop White Seed Pure Vitamin C 10% Ampoule Review

Hello everyone, 

Whether you're new to this blog or have been a long time follower, thank you. The support has played a tremendous role, also please feel free to comment if you've had any experience with the product or have any additional comments.

This is actually my 2nd blog (Product reviews), which was started a bit after the launch of my first (main blog) which you can visit by clicking, here.

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Today's review is another product from The Face Shop! 

The Face Shop White Seed Pure Vitamin C 10% Ampoule

This picture was taken as a part of a photo shoot for a variety of products, quite happy with how the photos came out. 

Product Description: The highly concentrated brightening ampoule with vitamin C helps reduce unwanted pigmentation and other flaws, leaving skin looking bright and pure. It includes GMO-free white seed. A compound of brightening ingredients (White Lupin Seed, which contains a natural brightening substance, and White Daisy Flower extract, which helps reducing dullness) makes skin look bright and clear. This White Seed Complex is formulated without 7 additives: parabens, tar colorant, animal-sourced ingredients, mineral oil, talc, polyacrylamide, paraffin.

How to apply: Apply a minimal amount on the blemish/trouble spot areas, through personal experience, be very cautious of applying too much of this product on one spot.

A hidden gem among the remainder of the products at The Face Shop, though from my experience the item was sold out immediately. 

Personal experience with product: I was hoping this product would return to my local TFS store! However, after the recent (3-4 months ago) grand opening, it was sold immediately and unfortunately hadn't been restocked since. Eventually, I grew a bit 'impatient' if you will and decided to order the item from South Korea. Though it was still a long period, as free shipping is generally 'slow' from outside the country.

Fast forward to when the product came in, I was fond of the packaging and noticed it was in the new packaging. 

I was hesitant though, I was even very skeptical since this product's line is immense, to my knowledge it has the following items for the White Seed line: White Seed Special Set (Tone up cream + essence), White Seed Toner, Lotion, Serum, Exfoliating Cleanser, and the Vitamin C Ampoule. 

How could one product from this line promise me brightening/whitening effects? How could one product remove my post acne marks that are quite dark and dull? The product is actually fairly small too, how could this last me? 

Well. . 

To my own pleasant surprise, this product could intend to all those concerns! 

Goodness, I began to use for two months on and off (also testing other products) and noticed the nights sleeping with the product on my face was the holy grail! 

When I was ready to go to bed, I would cleanse my face (multiple steps as said on other blog entries), apply a toner (give it a few minutes, let the toner sink into the skin), apply eye cream and then follow with the White Seed Vitamin C Ampoule. 

The first night, I noticed an uncomfortable burning sensation from the areas I applied the product on. I fought through the mild stinging and itching, eventually an hour later it wasn't notable and I went to sleep. 

The product actually claims to have a warming effect when applied onto the skin, though I've kept it in the fridge since the first encounter with burning and stinging because I prefer a cooling finish.

The next morning. . I was in shock! My post acne marks had been dramatically brightened after only one use, of course because this is a whitening product, I chose to wear it at night.

I wouldn't recommend wearing it during the day as it makes the skin more sensitive to the Sun rays/UVA/UVB damage. Though if you choose to apply it during the day, wear plenty of sunblock or you'll be further damaging your skin. 

Throughout the two months of my testing period for this product, I began to apply less, just enough that would cover the post acne marks on my cheeks. When I went to sleep those nights, I never noticed the unusual stinging and burning that I had from the start. 

I am convinced it's because I applied to much of the product on my post acne mark areas, as well, heed my warning: This product is not to be stacked! 

By that I mean. . Do not apply this product, then follow with a variety of other products (such as overnight creams, peels, mask sheets, etc) 

I would only recommend this product as a  finishing step product for the night regime, as mixing products with this ampoule can be catastrophic to your face and even worsen your acne marks. 

All in all, I'll continue to use this product and be grateful for the lightening of my pesky acne marks. Though I like to try products out and not repurchase any, this may be an exception, though I'll update this review when I've finished the entire tube. 

UPDATE 7/26/17: It's been a while since I've used this product, however now I'm very much informed of the ingredients and this product is suitable for this wild mild acne marks/post acne. This product contains willow bark which is a natural salicylic acid to clean out the bacteria/dirt on the pimple in question. I don't think this product is meant for those with long term sun spots or acne marks, as I believe it's just strong enough for those who've had recent marks. 
I would not recommend this to those with sensitive skin either, as this product was a bit harsh starting out even back when I used it. 

Love the packaging too, very simple and sleek, in fact this product was ordered online since my local TFS had sold out of this product. According to my coworker, a Korean lady came in and bought all of the remaining Vitamin C Ampoule's, it's been sold out since. 

Product price: $25.00 (12ml, quite a small tube that should last a few months, depending on how much trouble spots you have.) 

Product testing period: 2 months - ongoing

Ingredients: PROPANEDIOL • CYCLOPENTASILOXANE • ASCORBIC ACID • POLYMETHYLMETHACRYLATE • CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE • MYRISTICA FRAGRANS (NUTMEG) EXTRACT • DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE • ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID • BISABOLOL • DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER • PEG/PPG-19/19 DIMETHICONE • SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE • VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER • NIACINAMIDE • BELLIS PERENNIS (DAISY) FLOWER EXTRACT • LUPINUS ALBUS SEED EXTRACT • SALIX ALBA (WILLOW) BARK EXTRACT • CHENOPODIUM QUINOA SEED EXTRACT • HEXYLRESORCINOL • BUTYLENE GLYCOL • CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE • PROPYLENE CARBONATE • DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE • ELAEIS GUINEENSIS (PALM) OIL • PARFUM/FRAGRANCE.

Offsetting Ingredients: None. 

Texture: Yellow Gel, gently tap into the skin for full absorption.

Rate: 3/5

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Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye Cream Review

Hello, 

I'm back with another product review from Kiehl's! 

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye Cream

Product Description: A restorative eye treatment for younger-looking eyes by morning! Leaves under-eye skin feeling strengthened and replenished, as well diminishes the appearance of fine lines. Reduces puffiness and dark under-eye circles, this product is infused with the same natural ingredients as Midnight Recovery Concentrate plus Butcher’s Broom, which improves microcirculation and reduces inflammation

No parabens, fragrance, mineral oil or silicones

How to apply: Squeeze two drops on fingertip, gently apply and pat under the eye, let it absorb into the skin.

Personal experience with product: L O V E ! From the start of my use with the Midnight Recovery Concentrate Oil (click here to read my full review of the Midnight Recovery Oil) I couldn't believe the results this line offered. This Midnight Recovery Eye Cream was no different, I fell in love with this product immediately. It didn't take very long for me to notice the results of this product, after a few weeks of use, I began to notice this product dramatically reduced my dark circles. As a college student, this is perhaps the inevitable fate for most us, in which case those who don't appear to have it, probably put put concealer on. These days, even here in America, it's not uncommon to see a guy wearing make up, in my experience, I've seen a number of men wearing make up to cover up blemish marks. 

Though I love this product for reducing my dark eyes dramatically, as well the fact a little goes a long way, I didn't seem to notice a major moisture boost and unfortunately my fine lines have not seen much help. 

If you're looking to reduce puffy eyes, diminish the worse of dark marks, then say no more because this is your eye cream. 

If you're looking for just a moisture boost, Kiehl's also has a very popular Avocado eye cream that my friend's aunt swears by. I've used it before too and didn't think very much of it at the time, since I wasn't looking for a major boost in moisture. 

I just wish that the fine lines would disappear with the use of his cream, though I'm still grateful for the tremendous load it's taken off of my overexerted eyes. Fine lines are a tremendous problem for almost everyone, I believe it's only lightened up the fine lines since my initial use of this product, I will update this blog entry if it eventually rids of the fine lines. 

Product price: $37.00 

Product testing period: 6 months - ongoing

Ingredients: AQUA / WATER, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS OIL / JOJOBA SEED OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL / APRICOT KERNEL OIL, SQUALANE, ALCOHOL DENAT, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL / EVENING PRIMROSE OIL, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER / SHEA BUTTER
LITHIUM MAGNESIUM SODIUM SILICATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN, XANTHAN GUM, RUSCUS ACULEATUS EXTRACT / RUSCUS ACULEATUS ROOT EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS / ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE POWDER, TOCOPHEROL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL / LAVENDER OIL, ADENOSINE, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL, ROSEMARY LEAF OIL, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL, CITRONELLOL
LAVANDULA HYBRIDA OIL, GERANIOL, LINALOOL, CUCUMIS SATIVUS EXTRACT / CUCUMBER FRUIT EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA EXTRACT / TURMERIC ROOT EXTRACT, SCLAREOLIDE, ROSA SPP / ROSE FLOWER OIL, JASMINUM OFFICINALE EXTRACT / JASMINE EXTRACT.

Offsetting ingredients: 

• Phenoxyethanol: (Preservative) commonly found in a lot of products these days, though I try to avoid in products when possible, often I'll still use the product. For a more detailed analysis, click here. The ingredient is classified as low-moderate in the hazardous zone on the link provided. 

Please note: My recommendation of the product is based on the overall effectiveness only, please be mindful of the ingredients and decide whether this is a suitable product for your own use.

Recommend? Yes, 4.5/5. 

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I also make product reviews and a variety of other type of videos on my YouTube channel, which you can visit by clicking here.

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate Oil Review

Hello, 

I hope everyone has been enjoying my frequent updates, it's nice when a period of time has passed and you're able to write a product review that is more than credible. I've been using this product for quite some time, continue this blog entry to read my full experience with this product. 

Introducing. . 

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate Oil

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate is a customer favorite, usually that claim is tossed very loosely, though in this case it's 100% true based on the immediate results.
According to the Kiehl's website: 554 out of 574 (97%) reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.

Product Description: A replenishing nighttime facial oil with distilled botanicals that visibly restores the appearance of skin by morning.

Regenerates, restores, and replenishes skin for smoother, healthier skin. Works with the skin's natural nocturnal activity - when skin is most receptive to repairing itself from daily aggressors - to dramatically restore skin. 99.8% naturally-derived and paraben-free oil for face. 

How to apply: Apply 2-3 drops of treatment on cleansed skin, gently press fingertips to cheeks, forehead, and chin to evenly distribute the application before gently massaging it into the skin.

The largest size for this product, 3.4 oz bottle of Midnight Recovery Concentrate Oil.
A little goes a very long way, I'm sure this bottle will last me more than a year, perhaps two!  

Personal experience with product: L O V E ! I love this product, since the initial use of this product, I am officially a believer of this product and the Midnight Recovery series from Kiehl's. As you may or may not know by now, as expressed countless times on my social media platforms, I've been a huge fan of Kiehl's for about six years now. I can say without a doubt, my all time favorite products are from the Midnight Recovery line. In addition to this miracle oil, I am also very fond of the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye Cream, you can read my full review for that product by clicking here. 

My day/night routine is a bit "extensive" for skin care starters, though at this point is unbelievably simplistic to me. I won't go into that though, this product is used as a final step for the night routine. In fact, after cleansing my skin, I'll follow with eye cream (let it absorb) then follow with this oil. 

Though I don't recommend this next step (I'm guilty of it, sometimes) I'll let the oil absorb (face to neck) and apply an overnight water base cream from A'PIEU. It is up to you if you wish to add this step, though I find the oil to suffice more than enough alone. 

The caution here is not apply too many products, which can cause problems, such as: skin irritation, clogged pores, etc. 

At any rate, I recommend just using the oil as your final step, then head to bed as this product isn't meant for day use.  

The next morning I wake up with a very moisturized face, softer skin, revitalized (purified) skin, as well any existing wrinkles softening. Now, from my personal use (as well my lack of wrinkles because I'm still young) this is the best product for anti-aging care, anti-wrinkle, etc. 

There is a difference between wrinkles vanishing and softening, from my knowledge, I haven't found any product that'll rid of wrinkles. . That just isn't very likely, which is why many people opt to pay for botox. 

However, this oil does soften up the fine lines and wrinkles, in particular my forehead which has a few minor lines. It'll help to give the appearance they aren't notable, as well even give a diminishing effect, which I personally love about this product. 

There isn't any other product that I've used that has given this miracle effect, which is very impressive since I've used many products before. 

This oil is meant to be applied daily at night only, make sure to get a lot of rest and relieve your stress, if possible - for optimal results!

The fragrance of this product is delightful too, with my experience there's an immediate Lavender oil scent which calms my mind and helps my fall into a deep sleep. 

Product price: 1.0 oz: $46.00, 1.7 oz $72.00, 3.4 oz: $122.00 

Product testing period: 6 months - ongoing 

Ingredients: CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, SQUALANE, ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL / EVENING PRIMROSE OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS OIL / JOJOBA SEED OIL, CORIANDRUM SATIVUM OIL / CORIANDER SEED OIL, TOCOPHEROL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL / LAVENDER OIL, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL, LINALOOL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL / ROSEMARY LEAF OIL, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, LAVANDULA HYBRIDA OIL, CUCUMIS SATIVUS EXTRACT / CUCUMBER FRUIT EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA EXTRACT / TURMERIC ROOT EXTRACT, LIMONENE, CITRAL, SCLAREOLIDE, ROSA SPP / ROSE FLOWER OIL, JASMINUM OFFICINALE EXTRACT / JASMINE EXTRACT, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL. 

Offsetting ingredients: None.

Recommend? Yes, 5/5. 

Whether you're new to this blog or have been a long time follower, thank you. The support has played a tremendous role to continue what I love doing most, please leave a comment if you've had any experience with the product or have any questions/concerns. 

This is actually my 2nd blog (product reviews), which was started shortly after the launch of my first (main blog) which you can visit by clicking, here.

I also make product reviews and a variety of other type of videos on my YouTube channel, which you can visit by clicking here.

The Face Shop Mild Papaya Peeling Review

Hi everyone,

I'm back with another review, specifically on a product that I recently picked up after receiving a mass of positive feedback about.

The Face Shop Mild Papaya Peeling

Product Description: Get clear, flawless looking skin with this mild papaya peel. Gentle on the skin, it efficiently removes impurities and dead skin cells that clog pores.

How to apply the face mask: Apply a generous amount to dry hands after cleansing the skin, 1-3 pumps from the face down to the neck. Massage for 30 seconds - 1 minute and continue to wash off the dead skin cells. 

Personal experience with product: For those who may not already know, I am recently married. . To this stunning Mild Papaya Peel, honestly. I am quite fond of this product, initially I wasn't too pleased with the papaya smell, however it didn't take too long for me to become a huge fan of it. This product acts as a gentle, mild (sensitive skin friendly) peeling gel. I have noticed an immediate difference from my first use of this product, I noticed my skin felt very polished, brighter and much softer than before. I should be using this product once a week since there's not a whole lot of necessity to use it twice a week, though miraculously enough. even with my sensitive skin I'm able to safely use this peel more than once a week. How the peel works is very simple, it comes with a little lock so that the pump cannot be pushed down, remove that and (depending on your preference) pump three times for the product to reach your fingertips. Do make sure your hands are clean and that your nails aren't submerged in dirt, as that is never good for the skin. From there, massage the product around your face, inwards to outwards. As doing so will not only lessen the tug and pull effect which will make your skin lose elasticity and begin early aging, it'll also be very productive in removing the excess of the product. I apply this product to my neck as well, though this is completely optional. I only massage the product for about two minutes or until the product has began to completely dissolve. 

Peeling gels could be a staple piece for most who want to rid of their dull skin, dark marks, hyper pigmentation and even post acne marks which is my biggest concern. 

There has been a lot of speculations on whether this product is just a "gooey mess, with just the product fooling you because it'll begin to show specks (Dead skin cells) no matter where you use it." 

However, after careful testing that I would not recommend anyone to do, I've applied the peel three times on a spot on my arm. Once I reached the third time, there was no cluster of bits (dead skin cells) to appear before my eyes, in fact my skin was actually a bit red and irritated for 30 minutes. 

So in response to that claim, I do not believe that is true and truly believe this product removes a fine amount of dead skin cells, a bit of whiteheads, etc. 

I cannot however recommend this product for anyone who has eczema, as well have no intention in doing so for the well being of their skin. 

I would also be cautious to give this to anyone with cystic acne, as this is not a miracle product, appropriate cleansing, sunscreen application and moisturizer is completely necessary as well. 

If you need any advice or recommendations, do feel free to leave a comment on this entry. 

Product price: I bought this product for $14.00 with employee discount, $19.00 regular price.

Product testing period: Three weeks, 3-4 times a week for testing period purposes only, though I would only recommend to use this once a week or every two weeks, depending on your skin sensitivity and current condition.

I would personally use this once or twice a week, depending on my preference and the necessity for using it so excessively.

Update 9/25/16: Having used this product for quite some time, I can't say it's the most gentle peeling gel for sure, as there are some occasions it made my skin a bit red and irritated. Also, please note that their are many other peeling gels on the market, as for the time being I've purchased two from my trip in Japan that seem quite promising. However, I will update a review first thing when I thoroughly use them for a few months each. 

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PEG-8, Steartrimonium methosulfate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethylhexanoin,Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Papain, Isopropyl Alcohol, Parfum/Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. 

Offsetting Ingredients: 

• Phenoxyethanol (Preservative) commonly found in a lot of products these days, though I try to avoid in products when possible, often I'll still use the product. For a more detailed analysis, click here. The ingredient is classified as low-moderate in the hazardous zone on the link provided. 

Please note: My recommendation of the product is based on the overall effectiveness only, please be mindful of the ingredients and decide whether this is a suitable product for your own use.

Texture: Clear Gel, apply on fingertips and gently massage into the skin. 

Gel form, without massaging. 

Dead skin cells from massaging the product, magic no? 

updated 7/5/17 rate: 2/5

The reason that I lowered the rating is because the ingredients aren't really all that, in terms of how much product (papaya) was put into this peel, there's really just not enough and considering the alcohol in this product. . I wouldn't repurchase. 

Whether you're new to this blog or have been a long time follower, thank you. The support has played a tremendous role to continue what I love doing most, please leave a comment if you've had any experience with the product or have any questions/concerns. 

This is actually my 2nd blog (product reviews), which was started shortly after the launch of my first (main blog) which you can visit by clicking, here.

I also make product reviews and a variety of other type of videos on my YouTube channel, which you can visit by clicking here.