I'm sure you've heard of the Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream, a popular Korean moisturizer. However, like with most skincare products, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. So, let’s delve deeper and explore which skin types and conditions are best suited to reap its benefits.
Read the full blog post here: ILLIYOON Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream Review
XYCOS Cica Green Cleanser is a gentle and effective facial cleanser. Formulated with centella asiatica (cica), it soothes and calms sensitive skin while thoroughly removing impurities. Its refreshing and non-irritating formula leaves the skin feeling clean, soft, and balanced.
ABIB Airy Sunstick vs. Quick Sunstick: What’s the difference?
If you’ve stumbled upon the reel I just uploaded on IG about the ABIB Sunsticks I got from StyleKorean.com, then that’s probably how you landed here on my blog! If by any chance you haven’t seen that short IG reel of me doing the #AirySunstickChallenge, then check it out right here!
Control oil for around 3 hours under hot and humid weather.
Glides smoothly on the skin - like butter!
Can be applied on top of makeup so it’s great for re-application (just wipe off the top after use for hygienic purposes)
What I “kinda” not like about it (Neutral)
Powdery scent. But it goes away in like 10 minutes or so.
Pricey
Quick Sunstick (15.50USD on StyleKorean)
SPF50+ PA++++
Glowy finish
No white cast
Not sure about its key ingredients because unlike the Airy sunstick where they actually showcased its main ingredients, the Quick Sunstick variant didn’t mention anything in particular.
What I like about it:
Affordable price
Hydrating formula (Great for dry skin like mine!)
Glowy finish
Works great under makeup
Unscented (literally smells like nothing!)
Great for re-application (on bare skin)
What I “kinda” not like about it (Neutral)
Doesn’t glide as smoothly as the Airy Sunstick
Not ideal for re-applying on top of makeup. I guess it’s because of the hydrating formula and therefore heavier texture. It moves the makeup underneath.
Overall, I like both of them and I used them in different ways to test them out thoroughly. For the past few weeks, my skin has become so dry so I found myself using the Quick Sunstick (Black) variant more.
Meanwhile, if you have oily skin and you tend to oil up badly especially under the summer heat and high humidity, you’ll love the oil control properties of the Airy Sunstick (Gray) one. I actually gave this to my brother because he has very oily skin and he also does a lot of volunteer work and is always outside. He loves it so far!
Dupe Alert: Benefit Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain vs. Macqueen Water Tint
Another post in the “Western Beauty vs. K-Beauty Dupe” series! This time we're talking lip stains. Lip stains are a makeup staple that can effortlessly elevate your look with a natural, long-lasting pop of color.
On one side, we have the well-loved Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain from Benefit, a tried-and-true favorite in the beauty community. On the other, we have the newcomer on the block – MACQUEEN, a K-Beauty brand that’s gaining attention for offering similar results at a more wallet-friendly price point with their Jelly Plumping Water Tint.
Check out the full blog post here: Benefit Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain Dupe
🌹Маска 3W Clinic Essential up успокаивает уставшую кожу с помощью экстракта розы и различных растительных ингредиентов, сохраняет кожу эластичной и прозрачной, а также увлажняет, делая её мягкой и влажной.
❤️ Лекало у маски плотновато, не удобно было находится в движении с ней на лице. Аромат розы едва ощутимый, ненавязчивый. Эссенция очень жидкая, водянистая. Держала её 20 минут (смывания не требует, впитывается легко, не оставляя липкости).
📌 К сожалению маска меня совсем не впечатлила, она не справляется с заявленными обещаниями, увлажнение от неё минимальное, она даже следы усталости (и вчерашней попойки) не убрала. Конечно лёгкая свежесть присутствует, но эффект не долгий. Очень среднячковый результат.