TonyMoly Fresh Aqua Pure Drop Cream

Here's another product that makes me smile not just because I got it at an affordable price but also because of it's effects on my face--healthy looking face that is!

TONYMOLY Fresh Aqua Pure Drop Cream
Skin Irritation Free Formula
50ml
P878.00 (around $21)

I think I will go back to my old format of stating the particulars of the product (hope it helps).

From TONYMOLY Global website

Big effort for TonyMoly to shape the tub into a water drop.  I thought the container is made of glass so I kind of freak out the first time that I dropped it.  The material used is like with what is used in iphones.

Fresh Aqua Pure Drop Cream have 3 variants:  the White with Skin Irritation Free Formula, the Blue which is the Oil Free-Watery Type and the Pink for Anti-wrinkle and whitening.

I got the white variant which is for sensitive skin and because it promises to supply moisture and nutrition which my face badly needed.

I do not have any idea about it's active ingredient and it's hard to find any description from the net so I'll just rely on what's written in it's box:  It says that this product has a special water called Sapporo's Thousand Year Old Water (all I know is that Sapporo is a place in Japan) and extract from the heaven's sent plant known as Angels's Tears (with these ingredients I beginning to believe that this product is somewhat magical) both delivers strong moisturizing and hydrating effect and  makes the skin moist and soft by preventing the evaporation of moisture as they form a moisturizing barrier over the skin.  Another ingredient included is White Gold Colloidal which makes the skin moist and soft and keeps the skin healthy and clear by protecting the skin from harmful environmental elements (MAGICAL composition of description from TonyMoly).

few amount left!

As you can see from the above picture, it's white in color with a jellyish-whip cream texture that melts (and is quickly absorbed) once spread to the skin.  It has a cola smell (!!!) but the scent disappears after some time (it's nothing irritating, really).

I like that my skin has an instant glow (as if I'm wearing a volumer, less the sticky and heavy feeling) when I use this but as time goes by, the shine disappears but still my face looks as if I'm wearing a bb cream.  Moisturization wise, I think reapplication is not needed when I'm in 26 to 30 degrees celsius of temperature. Below or above the said range makes my skin a little dry or makes my nose area a little oily.

Thanks for reading.  Till then. Bye!

TONYMOLY Fresh Aqua Water Drop Serum

Ever since I heard about the 5 korean skincare regimen, I started to be really curious with the serum.  It's very new music to my ears.  SO when TonyMoly announced their 50% off sale last September, serum is number one in my to buy list.

Fresh Aqua Water Drop Serum
Original Price is P948 for 50ml

Too bad every specification in the box is in korean and I couldn't find the product in any TonyMoly website (maybe this will be discontinued).  So without any idea as to what it can do, I started to use it reguarly; day and night, for 3 months now.

And here's the serum.  Milky in color.  Gel like texture

The smell of this serum is something that is hard to describe: it smells clean but becomes odorless once spread unto the skin.  It's milky white in color and has a gel consistency that melts and turn into something watery once spread/rubbed.

The bottle has a pump though I still keep the serum in it's box to prevent dust and other particles from entering since there is no cap provided.  The bottle looks like it's made of glass but it's actually plastic (almost the same material that is being used to iphones) and it's very simple looking blue and white bottle which is totally okay with me.  But it's not transparent so to monitor the content inside you have to place the bottle in front of a light and you'll see a line which is the end of the pump and that's my indicator as to how much more serum I have.

And here's the pump of the bottle

So I use this serum day and night after toning my clean face.  I use around 2 to 3 pumps per application.  I don't directly put it in my face, I first spread it in my palm then pat it on my face, this way it will make the spreading of the serum more even (and fast too) and at the same time prevents me from doing unnecessary tugging and pulling of my face (which will somehow help in preventing lines and wrinkles).  Because of it's watery consistency, my skin absorbs the serum quickly but I let a minute or two to past before I apply another layer of product.

Turns watery once spread or rub

Instant result after just one night:  My skin becomes softer and smoother than before.
After a week:  Pores become smaller.
After a month:  Skintone becomes more even than before, softer and smother skin.  Pores become smaller (my sister noticed it too) my face is also glowing a little).

After a month there's no further improvement/effect that I noticed from my face so continued use of the serum is more of a maintenance.  My pores generally have become smaller though I need a stronger serum that targets large pores for my cheeks:  my pores in the cheeks area becomes smaller but still noticeable and bigger compared to the other area of my face.

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

TonyMoly Tea Tree Mask

It's the time of the month again when I can't help but to have breakouts because of hormonal imbalance (well that's what they say).  My boyfriends I mean guy friends (I do not have a boyfriend) once ask me and my girlfriends why we have pimples and always feel irritated when we have our monthly periods and all we can say is "hormonal imbalance".

So again, I grabbed something that has tea tree because many claims it to have antiseptic property that can treat wounds and skin infections/problems so I guess it can help my minor breakout and allergy (hmmm someone sneak something into my food??)

Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask Teatree
Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask made of 100% Pulp Fabric locks moisture on face and provides better absorption for skin for a longer period of time with its silky texture. Contains herbal Tea Tree extract, well-known for its trouble care effects, to help to keep the skin free from troubles and fair with no irritation.

Surprisingly, this doesn't have very strong smell like other products that has tea tree though it smells like Italian spice and dish washing soap combined.

As usual of TonyMoly's mask, the mask sheet is thin and have just enough essence which I like because I can walk around the house without the fear of the mask sheet falling off my face.  As for the essence, well it's not as sticky as the other masks from TonyMoly that I tried but I still have to pat my face in order for the essence to sink into my skin.

I pricked some of my bumps before using this mask so I feel some "spiciness" while the mask is on.  The moment I wake up, of course I go directly to the mirror to see the effect and my face looks glossy and some of my zits got zapped and my bumps are less red.  The glossiness disappeared though after washing my face.

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Disappointments: A Sad Haul

Sale, new product releases, great promos; I can't help but lift my haul ban and shop.  Unfortunately Korean boutiques here in the Philippines disappointed me.

Etude House, what's new?  Items are always out of stock!
Nature Republic on sale?  SA's are busy roaming around without noticing me because I look poor.  Good thing my friend and I already ordered online.
And the biggest DISAPPOINTMENT of all: TONYMOLY.

Since TonyMoly announces its sale on some great selection, I've been reading haul posts about itens some bloggers got that are on 50% off, one of them is Floria.  So I ask the SA for the Floria products that are on sale and said that they returned the prices back to their original prices.

*SIGH* Anyway, here's what I got.

Clear Hair Removal Cream P378
Hug Me Hair Removal Cream P398
Cherry Blossom Hand Lotion P298
Magic Four Sided Nail Buffer P78
Hyaluronic Acid Mask Sheet P58

No sale items on my haul (huhuhu) but I'm really hoping to get a nice GWP and so I bough the hand lotion for my purchases to reach P1000 but heck the SA said that they still don't have the GWP for P1000 and have to buy more to reach P2000 to have a freebie.  What the???  Tony Moly Philippines fb page announces the freebies early first week of the month and you still don't have the items?  I feel cheated and the kid in me has been slap.  So cool-off na muna kami ni TonyMoly and it will be months befor I visit another TonyMoly store (or maybe never!).  Will just probably order online straight from Korea.

To console my broken heart, I bought these macarons.

my sister's shot, nice right?

Tous les Jours Macarons

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

TonyMoly UV Sunset BB Cleansing Foam

Last month, I shared my TonyMoly sale haul and got this a facial wash as a freebie and loved it! and so is my sister.  It's not yet for sale and haven't also seen it in TonyMoly's international website so it's a sample...a full 150ml size sample!

TonyMoly UV Sunset BB Cleansing Foam
This mild foam cleanser effectively removes highly-adhering UV protection products and make up base products such as BB cream and foundation

Just a wash with this leaves my skin squeaky clean though I only use it whenever I wear a BB Cream (got an ample amount of this cleanser and gave the rest to my sister).   I also use this to wash my BB Cream brush (I  don't know how to call the brush and since I only use it in applying bb cream, I call it the bb cream brush ^_^) because it effectively removes the accumulated cream in just one or sometimes two washes unlike in ordinary facial cleanser wherein I have to repeat the process of cleaning at least 4 times, leaving the bristles soft and smooth.

Directions:  When washing your face, work into a lather and gently massage into the face, work into a lather and gently massage into the face, then rinse off withlukewarm water

Some ingredients that I think worth mentioning:  Carrageenan, Lavender, Matricaria, Methylparaben, Prophylparaben

I like the smell of this one; it's citrusy that kind of perks me up,  it's the smell that you get from a slice of a lemon or the zest of an orange.

and here's the facial cleanser

The cleanser is pearly white in color and is creamy and a little airy.  It doesn't produce a lot of foam nevertheless it still removes BB cream that has spf 40 off my face and it also doesn't it irritate my skin and my eyes (yeah, some cleansers irritates my eyes and make them blurry).

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

TonyMoly Hanbang Mask Sheet Pack Poria Cocos

And here's my mask of the week which I got on sale from TonyMoly.  I hope they have another sale on December which will be the time that I will lift my haul ban.


Hanbang Mask Sheet Pack (Poria Cocos) Chinaroot Greenbrier Rhizome
Provides highly enriched nutrition and intensive moisture on your skin with cotton cellulose (fabric)
"This Hanbang mask pack effectively makes the Hanbang (Korean traditional herbal) ingredients penetrate into the skin and maintain moisture in the skin for a long time. Use this mask 2-3 times a week to clear out skin troubles. In the summertime, keep the pack in the refrigerator to enjoy a more refreshing effect." TonyMoly Global Website

Unlike TONYMOLY Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask, this one has thicker mask sheet.  The essence is also light and not sticky and more refreshing and is as if my whole face is tingling.

back of the mask is in korean
Adhere to the face after facial wash for 15~20 mins. Remove gently and tap with hand on your face for absorption of product.

My face is really hydrated (in a smooth way, not the oily way) especially my nose area which suffered from dryness because I always wiped it for the past few days (I have colds/flu).  Funny how this zap some of my tiny zits and lessen the redness to some of my bumps (although not all) since it's a hydrating mask (probably my breakouts is due to dryness since I sometimes skip putting any moisturizer on my face).  Well, that's what I thought until I read something about Poria Cocos from http://www.naturalwellbeing.com/learning-center/Poria_Cocos

"The Poria cocos is known in traditional Asian medicine to treats dampness, which is beneficial for people who are suffering from Insomnia. The Poria cocos is well known in more traditional Korean folklore as a medicinal herb which is a blessing from the Gods." -naturalwellbeing.com
"Poria cocos is a mushroom which is used in traditional Chinese medicine and has been widely accepted in modern medicine as a treatment for inflammation and as a central nervous system depressant."- naturalwellbeing.com

So that explains the lessening of the redness but how about the hydration?  Here's another site that can maybe help us to understand about the hydration part http://www.gmaherbs.com/pcm.html

"Poria cocos is shown to have anti-inflamatory activity both when taken orally as well as applied topically. Recently, two patents have been approved for the use of Poria cocos in skin treatment creams, one for the treatment of oily skin and acne; the other for sun damaged skin.

In much the same way as with Reishi mushrooms, the women of the Imperial Chinese court used Poria cocos in skin treatments to moisturize, nourish, help prevent pimples and to promote "radiant "skin. Poria cocos is also thought to help prevent dark spots and wrinkles. " -gmaherbs.com

Seems like Poria Cocos is a wonder mushroom, well for me! (hahaha)

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Mask of the Week: Collagen, a late post

I love Collagen so it's very natural for me to grab a collagen mask.  This is a very late post of my Mask of the Week (this is for the third week of of September) but it is better to be late than never, right?  So here's a Collagen Mask from Tony Moly!

Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask Collagen
Contains vegetative collagen which effectively helps to keep the skin firm and lively

Used 100% natural pulp to make the sheet so that the sheet stays silky, irritation-free and longer lasting. It also makes the moisture last long. 

Aside from the ultra moisture it gives my skin, this collagen mask doesn't make a lot of a difference with my face probably because I am using a collagen cream on a daily basis.  Also, I had a minor breakout when I woke up the following morning; just 3 small bumps actually that I immediately prick (sorry, perfect time for me to use Tomatox).

The essence from all Tony Moly's Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask is sticky so just a little tip; after removing the mask sheet, take time to tap (mild tapping) your face for the skin to quickly absorb the essence.

Here are the other variants:

Acerola – Whitening and Antioxidant
 Pearl – Brightening
Hyaluronic Acid – Moisturizing
Tea Tree – Soothe Skin Breakouts

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Random Haul

Here and there I've been buying stuff.  Some are needs, some are stocks but most are just some things that I feel like grabbing.

Saizen everything at P85

I used to visit Saizen during my alone time.  It's fun to look at cute things and finding an item that is worth more than P85.  I love the scrubbing pad and also think that I will love Coenzyme Q10 Face Mask and Charcoal Natural Pack.

The Body Shop at 50% sale

Hooray for 50% off sale of The Body Shop.  I'm loving the Olive Body Butter so I bought another one together with Shea Body Butter which is also for very dry skin.

Nature Republic

I'm supposed to buy an Aloe Body Cream so I got surprised to find the Aloe Vera 90% Body Shower Gel in my shopping bag when I got home.  Oh well, lesson learned, don't buy when dead tired ahahaha and of course the Aloe Gel which is getting pricier!!!

Snoe

I like the Exfoliation Soap so I'm enticed to try other variants.  I chose Vitamin C rich Calamansi because calamansi is sooo~ effective to me.

Tony Moly

My feet is in love with calluses and blisters (ahahaha my goodness).  I blame my flat footed~ness.  Hope that this is as good as the Maxii Power Foot Peeling Liquid.

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Clear Hair Removal Cream

There are many ways to remove unwanted hairs in the body.  There's shaving, waxing, and sugaring to name a few.  I chose the shaving method before because it's the fastest but aside from the cuts, the hairs tend to harden and coarse (and ugly)  that now leads me to use depilatory cream.  So far Tony Moly's the safest and most effective hair removal cream for me.

for sensitive and normal skin type
TONY MOLY CLEAR HAIR REMOVAL CREAM – easy to use, longer effect. Does not leave scar after shaving . Hair Removal Cream resolves hair, softens and lifts the beard for a close and comfortable shave. This expert formula creates a rich, warm, protective lather that acts as a cushion between the blade and the skin, preventing irritation and razor burn

 I was surprised when I first open this because it's colored green, quite different with the other brands that I tried before.  If it's your first time to try depilatory cream then you might not like the smell of this but believe me it's milder than the other brands and in time you'll get use to it.  One tube has 80grams of cream good for 4 to 6 sessions.

front and back shots of the box
How to use: Apply appropriate amount where you want to remove your hair and wait 5-10 minutes. If hair removes easily with your finger, scrub them all with included spatula.

Yup, there's no English descriptions or instructions in the box or in the tube so thank goodness for Tony Moly Philippines Facebook Page's translation which you can find here.  If it's your first time then better to do a spot test first to know if your not allergic with the product.

Here's how I use this cream:

I scrub first my legs (the only part I shave) prior to using the cream to loosen ingrown hairs.  Next I apply an appropriate amount using the back of the which is also spatula included in the box.  Better not to rub and make the cream turn white as per my experiment, it's more effective if it's just evenly spread on the skin.  You can use your hand if you're having a hard time spreading the cream with the spatula but make sure that you wash your hands immediately and thoroughly.  Let it stay for at least 5 minutes then do a test:  if the hair comes off easily then remove the rest with the tip of the spatula or a dampen wash cloth.  If not then let it stay for another 5 minutes.  I heard others saying that they leave the cream for more than 10 minutes to be more effective but just to be on the safe side, better to follow the instructions.  For me 10 minutes is enough.  After wiping, I make sure to thoroughly wash my legs to remove the excess hair and at the same time the smell.  The cream will leave the skin already moisturize but I still apply aloe gel or lotion.

Thanks for reading.  Hope this helps.  Till then.  Bye!

Fully Stock!

Thanks to Tony Moly's sale, I finally have the chance to try some water based products.  I also finally have a serum and an eye cream that somehow completes a good skincare regimen but hope I will not get lazy.

From Fresh Aqua Pure Drop line, I got the following:

Fresh Aqua Pure Drop Cream White P439

Fresh Aqua Water Drop Serum P474

Caviar on my eyes?  Why not!

Caviar Essential Eye Cream 40% off P589

Not all of these masks are mine, 4 are for my sister and the Tea Tree are not on sale.

Except for the Tea Tree, the rest are at P49
Tea Tree for pimples, Poria Cocos for moisture, Houttuynia for oily skin, Chesnut for Peeling and Wine for nutrients and hydration

And of course, the freebies.

Sunset BB Cleansing foam and SJK poster

I will give the cleanser to my sister but will still get some to personally try it.  As for the poster, I will give it to my friend who really likes Song J0ong Ki.  I like him too in Running Man,  are you watching this show?

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Sale + Promos September 2012: Check Them Out

Coffee Lover?  Then you might want to check out Starbucks promo this September.  Check their poster below

Check their FB page here

While in SM North, I passed by SkinFood and saw that all their items are on sale up to 70% off.  Too bad, I already spend all my money on TonyMoly.

Next, well...you probably already these but Eude House and Tony Moly are havibg their 50% off sale on selected items of course.

check the sale items here

Just a heads up,  Etude House in The Block branch do not have stocks on most of the skincare products that are on sale which really made me upset since I already research and listed all the products that will work on my skin.  I ended up leaving Etude House bagless.  Good thing for me though is that the products that are on my "To Soon Buy" list are on stock and good for you if you are into hand lotions, body wash, massage cream and cosmetics since they have it on store in SM The Block.

FB Page here

As for Tony Moly, they have a lot of stocks of the products that are on sale even the masks and some other items that are not on the above picture are on 40% (will post my Tony Moly haul soon, check it out)

Thanks for reading.  Enjoy Shopping!  Bye!

Mask of the Week + Random Haul

For this week's Mask of the Week I used Nature Republic's  Brightening Mask Sheet in which I already made a mini review here.  I think it's not for sale in stores and I just got the mask from my previous purchases when Nature Republic are still very generous with GWP.  Since I already did a review on this, I'm just going to share with you what I do with the excess essence from the masks that I've been using and my random mini hauls this week.

Aside from massaging it on the face and neck, I put the rest of the essence from the mask on my feet and legs and recently I store it in clean container like the picture below and use it as a regular daily essence.  Maximizing resources and cost cutting saving money at the same time, right?  Wondering where I got the cute container?  From Landmark at P15 for two (if I'm not mistaken)

excess essence good for one week

Still discovering the wonders of Snoe so I visited the nearest kiosk and got an oil and an s-rub.  Too bad, I didn't the free sample of their item of the month.  Better luck next time Arya!

let's see what these babies can do!

And thank goodness for Sesou, I finally got ahold of Strip it.  Cheers!!!!

hope this will not give me lots of ouchies

Also, I'm so excited to visit Tony Moly and Etude House this weekend for their 50% sale on selected items of course!  Check these facebook pages for the list of the sale items:  TM and EH.

Thanks for reading.  Enjoy Shopping.  Till then.  Bye!

Mask of the Week: Elegant Pearl

Want instant bright skin?  Why not try Pearl!

TONYMOLY Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask Pearl
Natural Pulp Essence Sheet Mask made of 100% Pulp Fabric locks moisture on face and provides better absorption for skin for a longer period of time with its silky texture. Contains Pearl extract rich in Amino Acid to effectively help to keep the skin fully hydrated and healthy with no irritation.

Pearl is said to stimulate cell regeneration when topically applied and protects cells from free radicals. Pearl Powder has also been shown to enhance activity of Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), a powerful antioxidant enzyme that scavenges free radicals and slows aging. Studies testing Pearl Powder’s ability to impact skin hydration demonstrated that it enhances the water-holding capacity of the skin.
~source: the international dermal institute

directions+ingredients+caution

Here's some directions from TONYMOLY

Directions

On perfectly cleansed and towel-dry skin, unfold the sheet mask and apply it on your face. Leave it on for about 15~20 mins. Remove the mask and gently pat the remaining solution left on the skin for better absorption. Recommended to use 2~3 times a week.

Cautions

For external use only. Do not apply to areas of the skin where sores, Eczema or dermatitis occur. Do not swallow and avoid contact with eyes or on skin which is sensitive to bandages or pad cloth. Discontinue usage and consult a dermatologist if signs of skin irritation and/or rash appear. Keep out of reach to children and store product away from direct sun exposure.

The mask sheet is thin yet strong so it doesn't tear up easily and with the 21ml of essence, it's almost translucent.   Since I put the mask first in the fridge before using, the feeling is refreshing and I didn't feel the stickiness of the mask which is by the way bearable (just massage your face for around 3 minutes and let the essence settle which takes approximately 30 minutes).  The result? Of course brighter skin!  Even if I washed my face the following morning, it still look bright, moisturize and supple well, except for my nose.  The mask didn't cover my whole nose (not just TonyMoly's but all the mask that I tried) so I'll just apply the excess essence in this area.

I guess if you have the means, it's better to use this mask every other day to keep your face looking brighter.

Thanks for reading.  Have a great weekend ahead.  Bye!

TonyMoly Maxi Power Foot Peeling Liquid

Want to remove dead skin cells, itchiness and bad smell from your feet?  Here's what you need:  Patience, Love for Waiting Game and TonyMoly Maxi Power Foot Peeling Liquid!

Removal of dead skin cells + itch relief + deodorizing + refreshment from fatigue
Maxi Power Foot Peeling Liquid is an upgraded dead cell exfoliation treatment for the foot.  With plant extracts that help in foot hygiene and itchiness, the Maxi Power Foot Peeling Liquid will make the skin of your foot supple by removing thick layers of dead skin cells and preventing them from building up.  And with components such as glycerin and betaine, along with aloe vera juice, an excellent skin moisturizer, the Maxi Power Foot Peeling Liquid will provide moisture and nourishment to your feet.  It also controls sweat and suppress odor.  It keeps the foot as smooth and soft as a baby's.

~kudos for the english instructions~

~Peeling Liquid + Foot Sheets~

Before starting to use this product make sure that you've done with all the things that should be done and have gathered all the things you need.  An hour and a half without doing anything will make the time slow down like forever.  Once you put the peeling liquid on your feet, the waiting game will officially start.
Used Ipod camera in the below photos so they're a bit blurry.

~my feet wrap in plastic socks for a short period of time of one and a half hours (you read it right, 1 hour + 30 minutes) ~ 

After washing your feet thoroughly, you have to wait 4 to 6 days before you can see the peeling effect.  Mine started on the 5th day

after 4 days, my feet started to peel

Warning!  Do not try to peel the skin off purposely.  Chances are you'll peel of the healthy instead of the dead ones and you'll get wounded or (trust me on this) the surface will not be as smooth compared with the skin that peeled naturally (I can't help it, I peeled some).

A little advise:  If you have calluses or corns on your feet, do not cut them just scrub them off.  I cut mine when I was in grade school and I'm still suffering the effect up too now.  Even the peeling liquid didn't completely removed the corns in my feet but they softened and it's easier for me to peel them.  I think even after 2 weeks the peeling liquid is still working as my corns/calluses are still somehow peeling.

Thank you to TonyMoly for this very effective product.  I will also try the Shiny Feet Peeling Liquid soon.

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

Mask of the Week:Cucumber Essential Mask Sheet Pack

For the past 2 months, I never fail to use a face mask on a weekly  basis (although some use face mask on a daily basis, are you one of them?).  Anyway, I use sleeping pack instead almost every other day for economical reason.

And so I decided to have a new segement....segment???.  Okay not really a segment, but on a weekly basis, I will share /post the mask that I used for the week.

For this week, I tried TonyMoly's Cucumber Essential Mask Sheet Pack.

front"This essential mask sheet pack has been made with our new approach to create change in the ordinary mask packs sold today. This unique mask pack temporarily blocks air out from skin while efficiently transferring the necessary nutrients and moisture deep into the roots of skin. Applying this mask 3-4 times a week will help to fully nourish the skin and keep the skin constantly supple. Cucumber extracts nourish skin and make the skin look bright and clear. Also this mask pack calms the irritated skin and provides moisture the skin lacks. "

~all in Korean~

~illustration on how to use the mask~

Usage: Adhere to the face after facial wash for 15~20 mins. Remove gently and tap with hand on your face for absorption of product.

~blurry, used Ipod camera~

1.  no plastic around the mask 2.  soaking but not dripping wet 3.  thick and strong mask sheet 4.  a total of 9 cuts

I can't smell any cucumber on the essence or mask sheet, the scent is more on the powdery side.  Felt a tingling sensation on the nose and check area of my face and after 15 minutes the the mask started to dry out, I have to press it against my skin in order for it not to fall.  The essence is sticky and feels warm that I want to wash my face after removing the mask sheet.  But I don't want to waste the goodness of the essence so I just let it stay overnight.  The following morning my face feels well moisturize (although still a bit sticky) and looks healthy: bright, clear and supple.

It delivers it's purpose so I'll try this mask again and will just have to bear with the essence's stickiness (good thing it's tolerable that I have slept like a baby).

Till then. Bye!

TonyMoly Peach Anti-Aging Hand Cream

One of the most used part of the body are the hands.  On my part, well I do not put any attention to them before, I don't even wear gloves when I'm handling strong chemicals like clorox and as a result, my hands are now dry and wrinkled (*sigh*).   Heck, I don't want them to look older than the rest of my body and so I decided to get this:

PEACH ANTI-AGING HAND CREAM

An intensive nourishing hand cream that brightens your day with its delightful sweet Peach scent. Peach extracts, containing rich Lycopene, and Apricot Fruit extracts nourish the easily dry and delicate hands. Also containing Adenosine, an ingredient which effectively tackle wrinkles, is also added in the hand cream.

P278.00 for 30g

Just the right product for my scragged and parched hands!  And the packaging is cute, too.

The hand cream is of course creamy and have a very light milky peach color.  The smell is more like a combination of  jackfruit and peach rather than peach alone (I don't know the smell of apricot).  Upon application, hands will be instantly smooth and moisturize without the sticky, greasy feeling and is also quickly absorb by the skin.  The effect goes away though after washing so reapplication is needed.  On a long term basis?  Well I have been using the cream for more or less 20 days now and my hands are still dry and wrinkled but at least I don't see any additional damage.  Well, the description didn't say that it will cure anything right?

Thanks for reading.  Till then.  Bye!

*feel free to type-in your comments, suggestion, violent reactions or anything that is in your mind right now (^_^)