Etude House Precious Mineral Magic Any Cushion Magic Mint Review

Hi everyone :)

  I know I just reviewed a green colour correcting base but I'm going to review another one anyways! Redness is a concern of mine as I have sensitive and acne prone skin. I tend to gravitate towards anything green when it comes to colour correcting products. Today I am going to show you the Etude House Precious Mineral Magic Any Cushion in Magic Mint. It has SPF 34/PA++ and is whitening, has wrinkle care and UV protection. This cushion contains 15g of product and is $14.45 USD on Beautynet Korea. It comes in 3 shades which are Magic Mint for redness (mine), Magic Pink for toning up pale and white skin, and Magic Peach for brightening dark skin.

  This product contains Sodium Hyaluronate for moisture, arbutin for whitening and adenosine for wrinkle care. This product can be used either as a base under your regular makeup or on its own as a natural colour correcting foundation. It won't cover blemishes so I would only recommend using it on its own if either you have no significant blemishes or if you want very natural looking makeup.
  The product is packaged like your typical cushion type product. It is a light green compact which has a compartment for your puff and then beneath that is a cushion soaked in the product. I actually really like the puff for this because not only does it work well but it is also a very cute pink :) Mine is a little less pink now since I've used it a lot haha.

   The product itself is quite thin and light and smells kind of like a powdery floral. It is a very pale green in colour. I find that this does brighten up my complexion but mainly offers subtle tone correction. This product is very dewy in my opinion so while very moisturizing if you apply too much of this then your face can look a little shiny. If you are all for the dewy look then you might not mind this. This product does not irritate my skin or break me out so thats a plus as well.
  I think that this product does more or less come through on what it says. I can't really comment on the wrinkle care though as I don't really have any. I don't think I use it consistently enough for whitening but it does definitely have UV protection. Just make sure that you use this to supplement your regular sun screen, not to replace it.
   The Mint shade does make me look really pale so if you use this you definitely will want to blend it down onto your neck. I don't see much lengthening time in the wear of my makeup when I use this underneath. So if you want something to prevent oil and give you makeup that will last all day then I might recommend looking elsewhere. However, if you have dry skin, or want a dewy glow or just want a light and colour correcting base than you may really like this. You can see what it looks like on my face below, the only other makeup I am wearing is a little bit of uneven eyeliner so just ignore that. ._. Honestly, it is hard to see a huge difference in the photos because the product is supposed to look natural but I though I should show them for posterity's sake.
 

No Magic Any Cushion

With Magic Any Cushion

Swatch of the product

  You can also purchase refills for this on the Etude House website if you want to save a little bit of money. For me this isn't holy grail, I like it but I don't really find myself reaching for it too much. If I either want to do a really quick and light makeup look or want to cover red and irritated skin in winter than I do use this. If you have tried this let me know what you think, if not then let me know if you have a favourite makeup base and what it is. :)

        What I liked: - Lightweight
                              - Has SPF
                              - Moisturizing
                              -Helps my redness
                              - Doesn't make me break out

What I didn't like: - Can make you look very pale
                              - Can be a little too dewy

Rating: 3.5/5

This review was unsponsored and I bought the product with my own money.

Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder Review

  Hey everyone,

  Today I'm going to review the Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder. I have combination skin and in the spring and summer it starts to lean a little more to the oily side. If I don't set my makeup with a powder it can basically just melt off my face when it gets hot enough outside. I also like to set at least the T-zone of my face if I am wearing a dewier BB cream because dewy can quickly look shiny.

   This powder contains 6g of powder and is $5.75 USD on Beautynet Korea. It claims to "provide clear skin without dryness or flakiness". It is talc, mineral oil, animal content, synthetic colouring and synthetic fragrance free. It contains a sugar polymer, cotton extract as well as the extracts of fermented beans, willow tree, cinnamon, oregano, cypress tree, centella and gold. All of these ingredients are supposed to either control oil or soothe skin. You can use this to mattify your face, prime your eyelids or to get rid of greasy hair.

  The packaging is a small circular container with a white lid and turquoise bottom. It twists to open and inside is a soft velour-like puff that is a light turquoise. The puff covers the holes that dispense the powder. When you purchase the product the holes are covered with a plastic sticker to prevent the product from spilling.

  The powder itself is a white loose powder and kind of smells like a citrusy baby powder. I actually kind of like the scent because it's pretty mild. This powder does not irritate my skin and controls oil pretty well. It definitely lengthens the wear of my foundation or BB cream. It also doesn't dry out my skin which is great because I have tried lots of loose powders that either make my skin flakey or don't control oil at all. 

  This powder doesn't keep me completely matte all day but it decreases the oil overall so later in the day I will just use a blotting powder to remove any extra oil. This powder also doesn't look heavy or cakey. Sometimes the powder does apply a little unevenly though because of the distribution of the powder on the puff from the holes that dispense the products. This can make my makeup look a little uneven. However, if I blend it with a powder brush after I apply it with the puff it helps get rid of this effect.

Before

After

  The size of this product is a little small for what you spend but you don't need much product and I only have to use it once or twice a day so I think it will last a relatively long time.

   Overall, I think this will be a good powder for summer and the packaging may be small but it will also be good to throw in your purse. Just make sure that the puff is in the lid and it is tightly closed or you may get powder all over the inside of your bag!

  If you are interested in this powder you can purchase it here. If you have already tried this product please let me know what you think. :)

        What I liked: - Good oil control

                              - Light smell

                              - Talc and mineral oil free

                              - Translucent so it will fit all skin tones

                              - Lengthens the lasting power of my makeup

What I didn't like: - Very small size

                              - Can look uneven if you aren't careful

Rating: 4/5

This review was unsponsored and the product was bought with my own money.

It's Skin Baby Face One Step Base #2 Green Review

Hello everyone :)

  Today I'm going to be reviewing the It's Skin Baby Face One Step Base in Green. This is a makeup base that has SPF 15. It is 35 ml and costs $6.07 USD on Beautynet Korea. I however, bought mine at a local Korean store called Hot Koco. It claims to make your skin smoother, pores, correct your skin tone and also extend the life of your makeup. It contains 7 types of white flower extracts. The ones that it lists in the product description are peach extract, rose extract, cosmos extract, jasmine extract and len's flower.

   I got this in shade #2 which is green and helps correct redness. I thought today would be a good day to demonstrate this because I used a nose strip and it REALLY irritated my skin and it's all red so you will be able to see to what degree it colour corrects.

  This product comes in a small tube with a little brown screw on cap. It is simple but effective packaging. It comes with a small amount of product but you don't need very much and it is not too expensive so this isn't a huge deal.

Unblended

Fully Blended

   I find that this product moisturizes my skin but it doesn't break me out. It makes my BB cream go on smoother and it does help my makeup stay on a little bit longer. This product does help my redness but for severe redness it will not fully cover it. You will need to apply some sort of base makeup or concealer over top. This does nicely brighten my complexion though and it doesn't feel heavy or irritate my skin. This product doesn't really control oil but it also doesn't make me oiler. I like how it has a little bit of SPF. It clearly isn't enough SPF on its own but it gives a little bit of a nice boost to your regular sunscreen. As you can see below it does not fully cover my darker redness. On the photos of my hand though it did really brighten up the overall tone.

Before

After

   It does cover my pores a bit but not fully. If you have oily skin and larger pores you might want something with a little more pore cover and oil control. Also it does have a bit of a scent if you are allergic to fragrances. It is just kind of  light and sweet scent, kind of like a floral peach.

  Overall this does what it says and I think it's a good product. If you have more dull skin or sallow skin there is also a lavender shade. If you have minor redness and pores that aren't huge than I think you will like this. I really like how it doesn't feel thick like a lot of other primers. The price is really reasonable so I do think it is worth a try. If you have tried this let me know what you think. :)

I bought this product here but you can find it online here.

          What I liked: - Good price

                                - Corrects minor redness

                                - Has SPF

                                - Lengthens the wear time of my foundation

                                - Moisturizing 

                                - Brightens

 What I didn't like: - Doesn't fully cover pores

                               - Doesn't cover major redness

                               - Not much oil control

Rating: 3.75/5

This review was completely unsponsored and I purchased the product with my own money.

The Face Shop Hwansaenggo Escargot Golden Firming Gel Eye Mask Review

Hi everyone :)

 

  The last time I was at the Face Shop I picked up a few of the new gel masks. One of the masks I bought was the Hwansaenggo Escargot Golden Firming Gel Eye Mask.  I bought this eye mask because I often experience dryness, irritation and puffiness around the eyes. I also have minor fine lines underneath my eyes which I would like to prevent from getting worse. It is a part of the same line as the Hwansaenggo Escargot Golden Firming Gel Mask that I reviewed here. This eye mask contains snail mucus extract as well as 24k gold. Snail mucus is moisturizing and is good for skin repair and gold is supposed to be good for blood circulation. It is supposed to be highly moisturizing and nourishing. It also is supposed to firm around the eyes and be anti-aging. It retails for $6 CAD and is single use.

   This eye mask isn't shaped like your typical eye patches. Instead of being just two sort of half circle shapes that you stick under your eyes it is actually a single large sheet that goes around both eyes and is shaped kind of like a superhero mask. The sheet is composed of a thin gel and it is actually gold coloured and a little bit shimmery. It has a relatively strong floral scent so keep that in mind if you are allergic to scents. Personally, I wasn't crazy about the scent but once I had it on my face I couldn't really smell it after awhile. The gel sheet has a bit of serum on it which absorbs pretty quickly.

  I left this on for 40 minutes and when I took it off the skin around my eyes was more hydrated and the swelling was reduced. It also temporarily made the lines under my eyes look less pronounced. This mask did not irritate my skin. I am not really sure if the skin around my eyes felt any firmer after but it definitely did look healthier.

Me wearing the mask

  The physical mask sheet fit a little weirdly between the eyes and it just didn't sit quite right. However, the mask didn't slide down my face like some eye masks do so that was good. Overall I think if you are looking for a gel eye mask then this one is decent quality and does for the most part deliver what it claims to. I would recommend you to try this if you are interested in snail skin care. I did enjoy using this and liked the interesting shape. I personally prefer the Raspberry Roots Collagen Eye Patch from the Face Shop which I find works better, has a better scent and is a better deal. It retails for $5 CAD but the package actually contains two sets of patches which are each in their own little packet so it actually works out to $2.50 CAD each. I personally would recommend those but if you want something a part of the more prestigious line for anti-aging then I would recommend the Escargot eye mask. Have you tried these yet? If you have let me know what you thought!

        What I liked: - Moisturizes well

                              - Interesting shape

                              - Helps with puffiness

                              - Temporarily helps with fine lines

What I didn't like: - Heavy fragrance

                              - Didn't notice much firming

                              - I think you can get a better value

Rating: 3/5

This product was unsponsored and the product was purchased with my own money.

  

Etude House Real Art Cleansing Oil Mild Review

Hi everyone,

  Today I wanted to share one technique that has really helped my skin. I used to only use eye-makeup remover before my foam cleanser or a makeup wipe but now I use the double cleansing method. What this is is when you use a cleansing oil, cream or water to remove makeup, dirt and oil before you use your foam cleanser.
  I have been doing this for one year and I have really noticed a decrease in breakouts and irritation. My skin doesn't feel itchy or red as much as it used to. I used to think I was getting all of my makeup off but sometimes when I was using my toner I would see a little bit of BB cream residue on the cotton pad. This means that your makeup is not all off and some may be lingering in your pores which can clog them. Cleansing oil works so well because like dissolves like. What this means is that an oil is best at dissolving and removing other oils on your face.
  My current cleansing oil of choice is the Etude House Real Art Cleansing Oil Mild. I bought this in my last haul from Beautynet Korea for $14.49 USD. It contains 185 ml of product and I only use one pump for my whole face so this lasts a long time. This version of the cleansing oil is for sensitive skin and it contains green tea seed oil and chamomile extract. Both of these ingredients are well know for soothing the skin. This also does not contain mineral oil. The oil has a very light and clean scent which I like a lot. It just smells fresh and it smells a little like chamomile tea. I wouldn't worry about the scent because it really isn't strong, it is very light.
  The bottle came with a seal and cap screwed on it with the pump in a separate plastic bag. This all came in a plastic box. I thought it was well packaged because there was no leakage at all even though it was shipped all the way from Korea to Canada and oils often leak relatively easily. The packaging was also very hygienic because unlike a tub of cleansing cream or balm this comes with a pump so you don't need to worry about contamination.

The original box

The English side with the ingredients list

  This oil is very lightweight and watery. You apply it to dry skin and massage it into your face. Afterwards you add water to your hands and rub your skin and the oil will turn into a milky white colour. After this you wash it off with lukewarm water and this is when I usually use my cleansing foam. If you want to you can just use the oil and rinse it off and not use the cleansing foam, it will not make you greasy at all. The oil is very thin and has a lot of slip to it. It doesn't irritate my skin or break me out. It actually makes my face feel really soft and smooth and it doesn't dry me out.
  I find that my makeup comes off really easily with this. I usually use a separate eye makeup remover because my eyes get irritated easily. When I'm very tired I just use this for my eyes as well and it doesn't irritate them. Just be careful not to actually get it in your eyes or you will not enjoy it haha. Even if you don't use makeup I would still recommend trying the double cleansing method because it still removes dirt and sebum build up. You can also try a cleansing water if you don't wear makeup but I find an oil is more effective for removing BB cream.
  There are two other variations of this oil. There is also the Real Art Cleansing Oil Moisture which would be good for really dry skin and the Real Art Cleansing Oil Perfect which is good for removing really heavy makeup. I think the Mild version is the best for acne prone skin though. It also does removes makeup easily, in the demonstration photos below I only had to rub the oil in lightly for about 10-15 seconds. I usually do it for about 30 seconds on my face though for maximum results.
  Below you can see how it removes eye shadow, eyeliner, concealer and lipstick. The products I swatched on my hand from left to right are BBIA Shade and Shadow #08 Lovely, Holika Holika Jewel Light Waterproof Eyeliner #01 Black, The Saem Cover Perfection Tip Concealer #1 Clear Beige which I reviewed here, and Mac Ladybug.

Before cleansing oil

Cleansing oil applied and lightly rubbed in

Makeup fully emulsified with oil (Before adding water)

        What I liked: - Great for sensitive skin
                              - Not much product is needed to remove makeup
                              - Effectively removes makeup
                              - Hygienic packaging
                              - Helps my breakouts

What I didn't like: - Can be inconvenient to purchase if you don't live near an Etude House

Rating: 5/5

  I really don't have any bad things to say about the product, it does everything it claims and works well with my skin. You can purchase this product here if you want to try it. If you have already tried it, or have a favourite double cleansing product of your own, please let me know what your opinions are :)

This review was completely unsponsored and the product was purchased with my own money.

Nature Republic Soothing & Moisture Aloe Vera 92% Soothing Gel

  Today I wanted to review a product that I think anyone can use and enjoy. I have been using this product for over half a year now and wanted to share my thoughts on it. It is the Nature Republic Soothing & Moisture Aloe Vera 92% Soothing Gel. This product is great because it has so many uses and it can be used for all skin types, it also is not very expensive and you get a great value for your money.

   This product contains 92% aloe vera gel (hence the name) and is paraben, mineral oil and artificial colouring free. It comes in a 300 ml jar and you can get it for $10.13 USD online at Cosmetic Love here. I however, bought mine at a local Korean store called Hot Koco which sells a lot of the top Korean skincare products and cosmetics. You can view their Facebook page here.
  This product is a light gel that smells like aloe. It is not really sticky once it absorbs into the skin. At first it can feel slightly tacky but once it absorbs my skin just feels healthy and smooth. I have tried other aloe gel products and I found this one less sticky than others which is why I chose to buy this product. It also is super refreshing. This product has so many uses that it's not even funny. Some of my favourite uses are as a body moisturizer, after shaving cream and facial pack or moisturizer. You can also use it for swollen eyes, in your hair, or mixed in with your makeup.

   This gel is very cooling and helps irritated skin. When I see a pimple starting I will just put a large dab of this on the spot and leave it on to reduce inflammation. This actually does seem to help my breakouts and just soothes inflamed skin. I often just let it absorb slowly into my skin or rub it in after I do this. Lately my skin has been kind of dehydrated so have been using this in between my essence and lotion and it feels really nice. I noticed that when I do this my makeup applies a little smoother and my skin looks much dewier. In the summer I might use this in place of a regular moisturizer because it is lightweight and refreshing. You can also place this in the fridge before you use it and it will be really cool. This is great for puffy eyes.

Here you can see the texture of the product

   The second ingredient in the ingredient list is alcohol so if you  are extremely sensitive to alcohol then that might be a drawback for you. However, 92% of this product is aloe vera gel so even though alcohol is the second ingredient there won't be too much of it in there. I don't find this product drying at all though. Also you do have to dip your fingers into this each time that you use it since it is in a tub format. This doesn't bother me too much, I just wash my hands each time before I use it.
  A couple of times that I used this it stung my face when I initially applied it but it usually doesn't. My skin goes though periods where everything irritates it so I think this is just me. I also use a prescription acne cream at night most nights which also increases my skin sensitivity. This gel does make my face look and feel very nice though. I love how it has no mineral oil because that usually breaks me out and this gel never gives me acne.
  Overall I think this product is great. If you want to use it as a facial moisturizer then I recommend mixing an oil with this or applying a second moisturizer overtop or using a rich essence if you have dry skin as it may not be enough moisture for you otherwise. If you have oily skin or if it is summer than I think that this will be enough as a moisturizer on it's own. I definitely recommend this.

        Things I liked: - Great price
                                 - Generous amount of product
                                 - Has tons of different uses
                                 - In general good for sensitive skin
                                 - Helps inflammation
                                 - Refreshing
                                 - Good for all skin types

Things I didn't like: - Alcohol is high in the ingredients list
                                - Unhygienic packaging

Rating: 5/5

Even with the two negatives I still love this and will continue to repurchase! If you have tried this please let me know what you think. :)

This review was completely unsponsored and I bought the product with my own money.

Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream Blooming Fit Light Beige Review

Hi everyone,

  It's taking a while to warm up this spring and it's been pretty windy the past few days. I just want it to get hotter haha, I'm so tired of chilly weather. To help deal with the weather I have been using a dewier BB cream lately. The one I have been using is the Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream Blooming fit in the shade NO2 Light Beige. This BB cream also has SPF 30/PA++ so it'll give you some added sun protection. I would recommend wearing some sort of sunscreen underneath this as well though. The tube contains 60g of product and is $13.06 USD on Beautynet Korea.
  The BB cream claims to be whitening, to improve wrinkles, to protect from the sun as well as to make the skin more healthy and smooth. It also says that it helps control sebum and to be for all skin types and to not darken. This BB cream contains bamboo sap for moisture and pearl powder for brightening. The texture of this is quite light and thin and it doesn't feel heavy on the face. It isn't super high coverage but it definitely evens out my skin tone and improves my complexion. It will help with redness and minor imperfections but if you have acne or dark circles you will need to use a concealer. I like using this when my skin is feeling dehydrated because it does have a lot of moisture in it.

Unblended

Lightly blended over eyeliner

   The bottle is pretty simple but still cute like most of Etude House's products. It is a light pink with a dark cap and pump dispenser. This is good because it is very hygienic. The BB cream itself does have a light scent but I can't quite put my finger on what it smells like. Kind of powdery and floral? Don't worry though because the smell is not bad and it's not heavy.

   Would I say that this protects from the sun? Yes definitely because of the SPF but I do not think that this would be enough on its own and I think an additional sunscreen should be used. This also does make my skin look more bright and dewy however, since it is a more dewy BB cream I really wouldn't say that this has much oil control. This definitely slips around on my face if I don't powder it and I have to blot every few hours to keep my skin from looking more greasy than dewy. It isn't like an oil slick though, I've definitely used BB creams and foundations with worse oil control.
   The shade Light Beige fits me pretty well but it's almost too light. It blends out to be pretty neutral toned. There are two other shades, W13 Natural Beige and W24 Honey Beige. I think in summer this shade won't fit me so well unless I blend it down to my neck and wear lots of sunscreen. I think that in general this BB cream may be better for fall and winter depending on what the climate is like where you live. For reference I usually buy shade 21 in Korean BB creams and foundations and in MAC I was matched as a shade NW13.

No base makeup

With Blooming Fit BB Cream

  This product doesn't break me out and I do like it. My skin is combination and sensitive-acne prone and it goes in between being more dry and being more oily. This is great for when my skin feels drier so normal to dry skin will love this. Oily skins can get away with this with a setting powder. For the summer, I did purchase a more matte BB cream which is on the way and I'll review it when it gets here :)
   Overall, yes this is a good BB cream and I would recommend it for normal to dry skin (or combination) with more minor imperfections or for anyone who would like a dewy and healthy finish. This product isn't holy grail for me but I do like it. I would really just like more oil control.

        What I liked: - Lightweight
                              - Some sun protection
                              - Hygienic packaging
                              - Looks natural
                              - Moisturizing
                              - You get a good amount of product for your money

What I didn't like: - Not much oil control
                              - Doesn't cover blemishes fully

Rating: 4/5
                           

The Saem Cover Perfection Tip Concealer #1 Clear Beige Review

Hey everyone :)

  I hope I'm not the only one who is prone to uneven skin. My biggest concerns are redness and acne scars. My skin seems to scar very easily so I do my best to prevent them but that's easier said than done. If any of this sounds familiar to you or you just want a product with good coverage then this concealer might be for you. It is the Saem Cover Perfection Tip Concealer and I have it in the lightest shade, Clear Beige. This concealer also comes in two other shades, #1.5 Natural Beige and #2 Rich Beige. This concealer contains 6.8g of product for $5.46 USD on Beautynet Korea. The packaging is your typical concealer with a doe foot applicator.

 
  This concealer has SPF 28/PA++. It also contains oxygen complex and Swiss alpine herb extracts. The oxygen complex is supposed to give you a fair and vital complexion and the Swiss alpine herb extracts are supposed to moisturize, nourish and ease any skin irritations. The concealer claims to cover pores, freckles, blemishes and dark circles as well as to provide a brightening effect. The concealer also claims to be long wearing with a light finish.
  When I received this concealer I was a little bit disappointed at first because it was smaller than I expected. However, a little of this stuff goes a long way. It has great coverage and you definitely do not need much. That being said, it also doesn't look cakey as long as you don't put too much of it on. When I am having a no-makeup makeup day and am just running to the store or something then I will often just throw this on over top of my skin care to even out my complexion a bit.
   I do find this concealer moisturizing and it definitely doesn't break me out or irritate my skin. I'm glad about this because usually products that are high coverage and moisturizing break me out. I really like this for a blemish concealer, it works very well for that. However it sinks into my fine lines under my eyes pretty badly. To be fair, I am still looking for a product that doesn't do this but this concealer seems to do it more noticeably. However, I still use it daily for blemishes and any redness that my BB cream doesn't cover.
  Currently my skin isn't in the best condition due to exam stress but I guess it gives you more opportunity to see how the concealer works. Below you can see pictures with and without concealer. I am wearing no other makeup in the pictures, just my usual skin care.

No concealer

With concealer

No makeup

Unblended concealer

Wearing only concealer

 This product does have a floral smell but it's nothing too strong. Once the product is on my face I don't smell it at all. I also do find that it really brightens up my complexion. This concealer is also not greasy or heavy. I do recommend this product however, the shade selection is kind of limited so if you are significantly darker than shade #23 in Korean foundations that this may not work for you but I do think it is worth buying if you are in that general shade range or even a shade or so darker. I really do enjoy this product. I will probably buy this again but I just won't use it for my dark circles.

        What I liked: - Good coverage
                              - Has SPF
                              - Doesn't irritate my skin
                              - Little product is needed
                              - Moisturizing

What I didn't like: - Size of product is small
                              - Sinks into my fine lines on my under eyes
                              - Limited shade range

Rating: 3.5/5

This review was completely unsponsored and the product was purchased with my own money. If you want this product you can find it here.

The Face Shop Hwansaenggo Escargot Golden Firming Gel Mask Review

Hey everyone :)

 Lately my skin has been dull and has also been breaking out a little bit as well as being kind of dry. I think the changing seasons has been a little harsh on my skin. So they last time I was at The Face Shop I picked up some masks to see if they helped at all. One of the masks I picked up was the Escargot Golden Firming Gel Mask. It is a single use mask and retails for $8 CAD. The Face Shop was having a VIP event and I'm a sucker for snail products so I couldn't resist. In this line there was also a bird's nest mask for brightening and a matching eyepatch that was also a part of the escargot series. I picked up one of each of those too but have not used them yet.

   This mask claims to firm and to provide vitality to the skin as well as to promote elasticity. This mask contains snail mucus extract as well as 24K gold. it is a two piece gel sheet mask. So there is a piece that covers the top half of the face and then a second piece that covers the bottom of your face. One side of the mask seems to have almost a very tight and thin mesh on one side and the other is a layer of gel which is pretty moisturizing feeling and has some liquid gel on it as well. The mask sheet is actually a metallic gold. Gold is sometimes used in high end skin care because it is supposed to promote blood circulation. Snail mucus is very moisturizing and is good for all skin types. Acne prone skin loves snail mucus as does dry and sensitive skin as it moisturizes well and is full of tons of good natural nutrients.
 This mask is very cooling. I think this would be great in the summer if you popped it in the fridge for a little while before you used it. The instructions say to leave the mask on for 20-40 minutes after cleansing. I always wash my face, exfoliate and then tone before using a mask for maximum results. I also left it on longer than 40 minutes so that I could get the full benefits of the mask. Below is a photo of me wearing the mask, I had just showered so ignore my wet hair haha.

  The fit of this mask okay but it fits a little awkwardly around my eyes. I think I should note that this mask does have a pretty strong fragrance. It is a floral scent. I can't smell it too much once it's been on my face for a few minutes but if you are allergic to fragrances then you may not like it. My neck does get a little itchy where the mask meets it but my face feels fine. So I am not 100% sure if it is the mask or not. I personally believe that it is not the contents of the mask but the backing material that the mask is on. That sort of very thin material that I am not sure what it is made of. It isn't a huge bother but I thought that it should be noted for the sake of a totally complete and honest review. I also have quite sensitive skin so keep that in mind.
  There are a few ingredients that are potential acne triggers but most of them, such as fragrance, are pretty low on the list. This is an anti-aging mask so there are also some good moisturizing ingredients such as collagen and glycerin.
   I wore this mask for a full hour. When I took of the mask sheet I could see that the physical gel had actually gotten a bit thinner as it had absorbed into my skin. The Raspberry Roots eye mask from the Face Shop (one of my favourites) does this as well. After the mask, my skin definitely felt firmer and looked healthier and dewier. The mask absorbed well without any greasy feeling and my skin was left very soft. I do think that this mask delivers on its promises.
  Would I buy this again? Maybe. I think that this is a pretty good mask but personally I think you can get masks that are just as good or almost as good for a lower price. I also don't really need anti-aging and firming so much at this point in my life right now. I guess it is better to prevent than to try and fix something when it's too late though haha. The Real Nature masks from the Face Shop are only $2 each and a lot of those are very effective. Also my all time favourite gel mask from the Face Shop is the Real Nature Hydro Gel Green Tea Mask which is just so good. That mask is $7 but it really is refreshing and brightening and feels amazing in the summer.
  For this mask though, I think if you are looking for a firming or anti-aging mask and want something that feels refreshing then this may be for you. Part of the reason for the higher price tag is because it is a part of the more prestigious anti-aging line that the Face Shop carries. If you are more acne-prone or are sensitive to fragrances then this may not be for you. I found that it was okay for me in general but I think that this one does not suit acne-prone skin so much. I do recommend trying this mask if you are looking for something anti-aging, it did not disappoint me in texture or performance. If you try it let me know what you think :)

    Things I liked:  - Very cooling
                             -  Moisturizing
                             -  Mask sheet is a interesting colour
                             - Absorbs very well
                             - Firming
                             - Provides soft and smooth skin

Things I disliked: - Heavy fragrance
                             - On the more expensive side for a single use mask
                             - Contains potential acne triggers

Rating:  3/5  

This review was unsponsored and the product was purchased with my own money.

The Face Shop Color My Eyebrow 01 Gray Brown Review

Hello :)

  Today I wanted to share my favourite brow product. It is The Face Shop's Color My Eyebrow in Gray brown. This product is a part of the Lovely me:ex line which is more geared towards a younger audience and tends to be cuter. The products are still good though and a lot are comparable to their more serious makeup line which is the Face It line.
   For everyday makeup I like my eyebrows to look natural and not overdone and this product is perfect for that. It keeps my eyebrows in place and adds a bit of colour. I picked up this product at my local Faceshop and I don't remember what I paid for it but you can get it online at Urban Outfitters for $12 CAD. This will get you 6ml of product.

   The product is basically a tinted eyebrow gel which is the same sort of product as the Etude House Color My Brows. Both are a mascara type product. I have it in the shade 01 Gray Brown which is basically a light and cool toned brown. I really like this shade because a lot of Korean eyebrow products are either too dark for me or are too brassy toned for my colouring. This shade looks pretty natural on my colouring. If you have more cool toned brown eyebrows then you might like this as well. Also this does not look clumpy and it lasts all day on me. If you want more defined eyebrows you can always use this as well as with a eyebrow pencil or powder.

Right side of photo has eyebrow product and left does not

  When looking for it on the Face Shop website I could not find it but I did buy it in store so I am a bit confused by this. If you can find this product I recommend trying it. :) If they stop making it then I will have to try to find a similar shade in another brand.

    What I liked: -Looks natural
                          -Lasts all day
                          -This type of shade can be uncommon

What I disliked: -Can be hard to buy if you don't live by a Faceshop location
                           -I can't find it on the Face Shop website but seem to still produce it

Rating: 4/5

This rating was not sponsored and I bought the product with my own money.