Review: Nature Republic Aloe Real Nature Mask Sheet

Product: Nature Republic Aloe Real Nature Mask Sheet

What I like about it:

Affordable mask that moisturizes well and is great for sensitive skin. 

What I dislike about it:

Quite average among the sheet masks I've used.

Overall a decent product that is suitable for sensitive skin, sun-burned skin. 

Rating: 3/5

Review: Olay Aquaction Long Lasting Hydrating Gel

Product: Olay Aquaction Long Lasting Hydrating Gel

What I like about it:


Feels sticky upon application but it does absorb into the skin quite well. There is also a pleasant cooling feeling on application and a faint pleasant smell that fades away.

Compared to the Neutrogena water gel, this is more sticky but I think a little more hydrating as well.

What I dislike about it:

Tub packaging is not ideal.

After about a month's continuous use, I noticed some clogged pores. Disappointing since gel formulas tend to be less heavy.

Rating: 3/5

Review: Loreal Revitalift Face Wash

Product: Loreal Revitalift Foam Wash

"The L’Oréal Laboratories have created New Revitalift Foam Wash to instantly remove make-up, eliminate impurities and cleanse your skin."

What I like about it:

Works great on my sensitive skin even though it does have exfoliating & anti-ageing properties which sometimes can be harsh.

Foams up well and the cream consistency feels good.

The biggest plus point is that I do feel that my skin is smoother while not being harsh on the skin.

What I dislike about it:

Removes face makeup adequately but probably not waterproof eye makeup.

Overall, good price for a gently exfoliating face wash that improves skin texture but for sensitive skin like mine, probably on suitable for use 1-2 times a week.

Rating: 4/5

Review: Simple Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturizer

Product: Simple Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturizer

What I like about it:

Affordable drugstore product.

Absorbs into skin easily and the squeeze tube is convenient & hygienic packaging.

What I dislike about it:

I was really disappointed with this product as Simple is formulated for sensitive skin and it gave me red bumps/ allergic reaction to the product.

I took quite awhile to realize that the moisturizer was the one irritating my skin as I never thought a moisturizer formulated for sensitive skin would do so.

This may be an anomaly as I have tried other simple products which don't irritate me. 

Rating: 1/5

Review: The Body Shop Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask

Product: The Body Shop Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask

What I like about it:

It is basically a grey clay mask that you put on your face for 10-15minutes and it is targeted at combination/oily skin and claims to purify, cleanse and control excess oil.

I find that it does what it says and really helps to clean my face.

Also, although I have sensitive skin, it doesn't irritate my face at all which means it is a gentle yet effective mask.

What I dislike about it:

Can't really fault it, an affordable product which really helps to clean your face and draw out impurities and remove excess oil.

I do make it a point to moisturize after as clay masks tend to be drying.

Rating: 4/5

Review: MUA Undress Your Skin Highlighting Powder

Product: MUA Undress Your Skin Highlighting Powder

What I like about it:

Awesome highlighting powder, shows up on pale skin (just the right amount).

Shimmery pale pink and can be used as a blush. (you could also use it as a inner corner highlight for your eye)

Lasting power is pretty good.


Cute packaging and swirl design baked powder for only 3 pounds available at the MUA online website or Superdrug.

What I dislike about it:

If you are looking for just a neutral highlight, this does show up a pale pink but I personally really like that it can double up/intensify your blush.

You do have to work a little to get it on your brush, but it's not too much of a problem. 


Rating: 4.5/5

Review: Collection 2000 Eye Definition Liquid Eyeliner (Ebony 1)

Product: Collection 2000 Eye Definition Liquid Eyeliner (Ebony 1)

What I like about it:

Really affordable, often on 2 for 5 pounds on Superdrug!

The brush is a flexible brush tip & able to get precise lines.

Formula is very black and quite long lasting.

What I dislike about it:

It takes very long to dry, as you can see from the swatch perhaps from its watery formula and unfortunately, this is a deal breaker for me. Additionally, when it does dry, it feels a little irritating on the eye (i have sensitive eyelids).

Also, personally, i prefer pen type of applicators as I find them easier to work with than flexible brush tips.


Rating: 1/5

Review: Pretty Quik Instant Nail Polish Remover

 

Product: Pretty Quik (Manicure on the go) Instant Nail Polish Remover 

A tub with spongey material soaked in nail polish remover on the inside, you put your finger in 'dip and twist' and the nail polish rubs off. 

What I like about it:

I like the convenience and novelty of it. It is really convenient to just bring one small tub for travelling or sleepovers instead of having to bring a big bottle of nail polish remover and loads of cotton pads. 

It is also quite novel to 'simply dip and twist' as the instructions state. 

It definitely does work and I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly it got off nail polish. Also, the formula (although strong) does not seem to be very drying on the cuticles and the smell is quite tolerable. 

It is also pretty value for money as this tub lasted me a good 4 months of weekly use.  

What I dislike about it: 

Does not remove glitter nail polish, but then again i'm not expecting miracles ;) Glitter nail polish is very difficult to remove by itself. 

Overall, a really convenient nail polish remover to have on travels! 

Rating: 4.5/5

Review: Make Up Academy (MUA) Liner Waterproof Black

Review: Make Up Academy (MUA) Liquid Eyeliner Waterproof Black

What I like about it:

The price, 1 pound!

What I dislike about it:

The brush is too flexible/flimsy, making it very difficult to draw a precise line.

The formula is flaky and does not go on well.

Really disappointing product.

Rating: 1/5

Review: Make Up Academy (MUA) Mascara Shade 5

Product: Make Up Academy (MUA) Mascara Shade 5

What I like about it:

Incredibly affordable at just 1 pound!

It does an excellent job of lengthening your lashes. It has a very lightweight and tapered mascara wand making it very easy to get every lash.

I also find the thin tapered wand really good to get all my bottom lashes.

What I dislike about it:

It does not give much volume to your lashes and you have to work pretty fast because the formula does dry quickly on your lashes.

Overall, I find that it is wonderful for lengthening your eyelashes and it works extremely well paired with a volumizing mascara like Covergirl's Lashblast. Also, really good for the bottom lashes.

Well worth it for the price!

Rating: 3.5/5

Review: Loreal Elvive Colour Protect Shampoo and Conditioner

Product: Loreal Elvive Colour Protect Shampoo and Conditioner

What I like about it:

Affordable and does the job well. It cleanses and nourishes hair without drying it out and fading the colour.

I do find that it keeps my colour-treated hair radiant for longer and it nourishes well.

I was a bit skeptical of the shampoo as I was afraid colour-protecting shampoos would mean it wouldn't deep cleanse enough but I find it does cleanse well. The conditioner is very rich and detangles hair easily.

What I dislike about it:

Works well for its pricing.

Overall, a great product that does what it advertises.

Rating: 4/5

Review: Bioderma Crealine H2O Micelle Solution 500ml

Product: Bioderma Crealine H2O Micelle Solution 500ml

What I like about it:

I love that it is such a lightweight texture, feels exactly like water. It is really refreshing and gentle on my sensitive skin.

I use it to remove my make up with cotton pads and it leaves your face refreshed with no residue.  

What I dislike about it:

While a lot of people claim that this removes ALL their make up, I think this is more suitable for lighter make up. It does not remove waterproof mascara that well, or rather because it is quite expensive, I sometimes find it wasteful to use so much to remove make up completely. 

The price and availability is another downside.

However overall, it is a really good product for sensitive skin and it does remove most make up very well without drying out your skin or irritating it. 

Rating: 4/5

 

Review: Maybelline Impact Express Smooth Felt Liner Pen Liquid Eyeliner

Product: Maybelline Impact Express Smooth Felt Liner Pen

What I like about it:

Very easy to use, great for beginners, feels and works like a pen.

Also, very precise and wonderful for cat-eyes.

The colour is a nice pigmented black.


What I dislike about it:

I like that it is easily removed as I don't like to tug on my eyelids to remove make up.

However, for people with oily eyelids, they may find the lasting power of this eyeliner not as desired.

Would recommend for people who like non-waterproof, easy to use, precise eyeliners.

Rating: 4/5

Review: Soap and Glory Flake Away Body Scrub

Product: Soap and Glory Flake Away Body Scrub

"Superhero-strength skin smoothing body exfoliator with shea butter, sweet almond oil, peach seed powder, sea salt and sugar"

What I like about it:

Works as it claims, really intense exfoliating particles and has a wonderful smell.

A little goes a long way and it definitely scrubs away the dead skin cells.

Most importantly, I love that it does not dry out the skin AT ALL and in fact leaves the body feeling moisturized after you rinse it off, the shea butter really kicks in and leaves your skin soft and moisturized.

What I dislike about it:

Nothing much to fault except maybe the tub packaging. Pumps are always easier to use and more hygienic.

Rating: 4.5/5

Review: Jojoba Oil

Product: Tisserand Organic Jojoba Pure Blending Oil

I use this as a daily night-time moisturizer/serum.

What I like about it:

I have been using it for about 3 months in the winter and I really like it.

I have very sensitive skin so I am always on the look out for natural skin care.

I use it every night, about 3-4 drops on my whole face and neck. On application, it does appear oily but by the next morning it will have been absorbed entirely into the skin, leaving it very moisturized.

What jojoba oil does is that it mimics the natural skin's production of sebum and tricks the skin into thinking it has produced enough oil, so it balances oily skin as well. Even though putting oil on oily skin seems counter-intuitive.

I have normal, sensitive skin and I find that it moisturizes well as I don't seem to be suffering from dry patches even in the winter months.

What I dislike about it:

I can't really use it in the day as it does leave an oily sheen and people who sleep with their face touching the pillow probably will experience some inconvenience.

Overall, I really like this product as it is natural and I feel safe using it on my sensitive skin. It does not clog my pores and keeps my skin moisturized. I get mine from Amazon and it is really affordable.

Rating: 5/5

Review: Etude House Sheet Masks

Product: Etude House Sheet Mask

What I Like about it:

I have tried the green tea version and I really love it. It moisturizes and has a calming effect on the skin. It does not irritate my sensitive skin which is really important when I look for masks (especially cheaper ones!).

The texture and material of the mask is very good and adheres to your skin really well. It is more of a cloth mask and is very soft.

After removing it, your face feels moisturized and gives you a glowy complexion.

What I dislike about it:

The mask seems to be quite wide and short, so it may not fit your face perfectly. 

Overall, these masks are quite affordable and thus can be incorporated into your weekly regime without breaking the bank!

Rating: 4/5

Review: Primark False Eyelashes

Product: Primark Beauty Natural Look Lashes with Adhesive

Primark Natural Look False Eyelashes

What I like about it:

Very light and comfortable on the eye! (I did trim them a little to fit my eyes better, but I do that with most lashes to make them more comfortable. Lashes on the inner corner of the eye usually irritate me and is prone to come off.)

Looks very natural as it claims and in photos you just look like you have long thick lashes.

Suitable for day time wear.

Able to re-use as well. 

What I dislike about it:

Although it is great that the lashes come with glue, it is not the best quality but if you don't particularly have sensitive eyelids, it should work fine.


Overall, an amazing value for money product. For only 1 pound, it is really worth the money and an excellent product! Will definitely try the other kinds soon :)

Edit: Recently purchased the "Sultry Look Lashes" and I love them!! They have more length than the natural look ones but the lashes are less dark & stiff, making them more natural looking. Only quip is the band is much more flexible/weak and thus probably can't get that many uses out of it.

 

 

Primark Sultry Look False Eyelashes

Rating: 5/5

Review: SKINLITE Sheet Masks

Product: SKINLITE Sheet Masks

What I like about it:

I have tried almost all the masks in this line, royal jelly, green tea, cucumber, seaweed, brightening essence etc.

I really like these masks because they completely do not irritate my sensitive skin. I am usually extremely intolerant to all scented cosmetic products/ harsh chemicals.

The masks are cloth masks and there are a lot of tiny slits throughout the mask. I find that although it is a little clumsy to put on, you get a hang of it and you can get a good fit on your face.

*It is important for sheet masks to adhere to your face to maximize the effects

I leave it on for about 20 minutes and my face looks refreshed, brighter and more moisturized.

*Do not leave sheet masks for more than the stated time (usually 10-20minutes) as this will have the reverse effect of drying out your skin as the mask is dried out and the moisture from your skin goes back to the mask. Never ever sleep with your masks on (unless it's a sleeping mask; see Laniege Sleeping Mask) as it will break you out and dehydrate your skin!

As a bonus, there is also a lot of product in each mask so when I'm done with the 20 minutes, I rub the rest down my neck. 

TIP: Leave your sheet masks in your fridge, the coolness will tighten your pores and make the entire mask experience more relaxing :)

What I dislike about it:

Nothing phenomenal. But it does moisturize and it's very soothing on your skin. I find that the different 'flavours' (green tea, seaweed etc) don't have much of a difference to my skin, they are all pretty moisturizing. I don't see a particular distinction in their effects. However, I do think the royal jelly essence mask is especially moisturizing.

For the price, I am quite satisified. It is pretty cheap and I usually get mine when SASA has an offer!

I would recommend it for young adults for a quick pick me up without breaking the bank. 

Available on Amazon as well here~

Rating: 4/5

Review: La Roche Posay Posthelios After Sun Melt In Gel

Product: La Roche Posay Posthelios After Sun Melt In Gel
I use the La Roche Posay sun protection line as recommended by my dermatologist as I have very sensitive skin and most sunscreen/sun care products irritate my skin.

What I like about it: 

When you squeeze it out, its a white cream consistency but it really 'melts' into your skin once you apply it. It almost feels like an oil.

It is quite heavy which is great as it is targeted at sunburns and dehydrated skin.

It leaves a kind of oily sheen on your face (from the lipids) so it's best to apply at night.

I find that it works well to alleviate sun burns. Even though aloe vera gel works really well too (especially if you leave it in the fridge) this cream provides deeper moisturizing effects.

I also use this to calm down irritated skin e.g. suffering from an allergic reaction.

The next morning, you can definitely see its effects. 

It also works well as a very intense moisturizer/treatment in winter, especially to really get rid of those flaky patches that won't go away. 

Crucially, it is very important that it is formulated for sensitive skin as when your skin is sore/burnt/dry, you really don't want something that will irritate it further. 

What I dislike about it:

Takes a while to sink in but as expected and necessary if it is going to 'cure' your sun burns.

It is fairly pricey but I would recommend it for sun burns or irritated skin and it is also worth a shot if you have serious dry patches. Also, an excellent product for people with sensitive skin as it does not irritate at all.

Rating: 4/5

Review: Dove Dry Therapy Conditioner

Product: Dove Dry Therapy Conditioner

What I like about it:

Works really well to condition your hair. I have long, chemcially treated, dry hair.

As an impatient person, it works even if i just leave it on for a couple of minutes. Easy to use, fuss-free.

What I dislike about it: 

No particular pleasant scent.

Overall, a really good conditioner that works really well, inexpensive and widely available.

Rating: 4.5/5