Review: Y.O.U. Beauty Cloud Touch Blurring Skin Tint SPF 25+++

Hello Shopcoholics!

Here's another makeup review for you from one of my favorite Korean brands.

Y.O.U. Beauty Cloud Touch Blurring Skin Tint

INFO FROM WEBSITE:

Y.O.U Cloud Touch Blurring Skin Tint is a lightweight, skincare-infused blurring liquid foundation designed for oily skin, enriched with Ceramide and Centella Asiatica Extract, instantly delivers a soft-focused skin filter effect.

Php 799 for 30 ml

Quick review: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics SPF 50 PA++++

 Annyeong Shopcoholics!

One thing that I can't live without when I go outdoors is sunscreen.

Looking back at my previous years as a kid, all I remember is the sticky feel, the white cast, and the chemical smell. 

The new generation of sunscreens has evolved. Over the past years, I've tried a LOT of products, and I am very picky with this product because this will also serve as my base makeup.

My HG product in the past was Dr. Jart Everyday UV Sun Fluid SPF 50++  but it was discontinued. It is non-sticky, fragrance-free, and has no white cast.

Here's another product that I don't regret trying. I first stumbled about the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun from a popular Vlogger (I forgot his name). 

I first tried the 10ml sample of this, and I fell in love!

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice +
 Probiotics SPF 50 PA+++ ($18) 

50ml (1.69 fl.oz.)

INFO FROM WEBSITE:

Relief Sun is a lightweight and creamy type organic sunscreen that's comfortable on the skin. Even if you apply a large amount several times, it is not sticky and gives a moist finish like that of a light moisturizing cream. Containing 30% rice extract and grain-fermented extracts, it provides moisture and nourishment to the skin.

Barenbliss Peach Makes Perfect Lip Tint Review

Ola Shopcoholics!

It is summertime once again here in the Philippines.

When I think of summer, what goes into my mind as a makeup artist is fresh-looking, dewy, and glossy beach makeup. Yes, I still wear makeup on the beach but I just stick to sunblock, tinted sunscreen & lip and cheek tints.

I am very picky when it comes to lip and cheek tints because the previous ones that I have tried are too dry and patchy. 

Please read on to see if this Lip Tint from Barenbliss is a good one to try.

PRODUCT INFO:

A sweet peach scented lip tint that creates a stained and shiny lip with 6 Natural Goodness and soft-luxurious color milky light gel.

Dewha Baby Glow bundle review (Serum and Mask)

Hello Shopcoholics!

 It’s been a long time since I reviewed a skincare product. I am very picky when it comes to applying stuff on my face, but one thing is for sure… I am usually hiyang with Korean skincare products. Excited to share with you my experience with this magical duo.

 

 Dewha Baby Glow Bundle with free organizer (Php 2,099)

1 pc. Gold Intense serum 50 ml

1 box Intense Hydrating Essence mask (5 pcs)

Clio Rouge Heel Lipstick Swatches in 15 Chai Tea & 21 Glance

Hello again loves! 

Here’s another purchase of mine from a popular Korean brand Clio. 

I got these during the brand’s sale last month and this is the first time that I’ve bought something from them... so I really don't know what to expect. What attracted me honestly is the cute packaging 😄 

CLIO Rouge Heel Lipstick description

A high-pigment lipstick with magnet-like adhesion. 

Adds volume to your lips and glamour to your whole look.

Features & details

1.) Rouge Heel gives instant color payoff with a single swipe for a vivid and fresh look.

2.) The sharp and streamlined bullet softly glides on the lips and reaches every inch of the curved areas for a seamless and more defined look.

3.) A modern design inspired by stiletto heels. One-touch click to open design.

Althea Petal Velvet Powder Review

If there is one makeup product that I cannot live without, one of them would be loose/setting powders. Not only does it make your makeup last longer, some new formulas nowadays has a blurring effect to minimize skin imperfections. One of my favorite brand of translucent loose powder is Laura Mercier but a tub is priced at almost 2k pesos. 

Is this a good dupe for LM? Read on to know my thoughts.

 Althea sent me this product a few weeks ago and I was lucky enough to be the first to try it. This is the first product under their brand name. The cute box is reminiscent to Althea's iconic pink box.

 

Althea Petal Velvet Powder is a translucent loose powder that claims to set makeup  and leaves behind a silky finish. It is infused with oil from Althea seeds, this powder works to keep sebum production without drying out the skin for a radiant, fresh look.

 The powder is housed in a pink container with a sifter. I love the fluffy puff that comes with it and use it to set my makeup. The size of this velvet powder is also perfect for touch-ups and in your makeup kit since the size is perfect for travelling.

 

This only comes in 1 shade, but don't fret because it is translucent and blends with any skintone. Please refer to my swatch below. It goes invisible after blending. 

 Althea Petal Velvet Powder swatch on NC20 skintone

 The texture is ohh so soft, and velvety! It feels lightweight on the skin, looks invisible (doesn't alter the shade of your base/foundation) and mattifies my skin without making it look flat. It has a blurring effect that minimizes pores and blemishes. What I also like about it is that it doesn't give a white cast on photos. 

It is made with 100% pure silica that has excellent oil absorbing properties for a long-lasting sebum control.

Overall:

If you are on a budget, I highly recommend this powder and is a good alternative/dupe for the famous Laura Mercier Translucent powder. This is available on Althea's site for Php 210 (3 grams). 

For the price, it does a good job in setting my makeup and gives me a flawless look. On my combination to oily skin, I noticed that my t-zone starts to get shiny after 4 hours. On my drier areas, i didn't notice any dry patches so it is safe to say that this powder is formulated for all skintypes, from dry to oily.

Till next time, 

Althea Korea's 2nd birthday + contests + haul

Hello Shopcoholics! Sorry for being MIA for a few months. 

If you follow me on instagram, I posted about Althea's birthday month this July. 

Happy 2nd birthday to Althea Korea! Cheers to another fruitful year  

 Thank you for giving us the cheapest prices on our favorite k-beauty products!

 As you all know, Althea is my favorite K-beauty shop. Aside from the very affordable prices compared to malls, they also offer free shipping for orders php 999 and above. Aside from that, you are sure that you are getting 101% authentic Korean products because it is shipped fresh from Korea and will be delivered to your doorstep within 7-14 days.

 

 Here's my beauty and skincare haul. So happy that I have finally bought the rest of Innisfree's Green tea skincare line. I have tried the green tea facial foam, skin balancing toner and lotion and I really love the results. 

Will post my updated skincare routine next time.

Here's what I got:

Innisfree green tea seed serum (80 ml) Php 820

Innisfree green tea fresh essence (80 ml) Php 618

Innisfree green tea sleeping pack (80 ml) Php 590

BareBlanc Pink Tender cream (freebie)

The Saem White tea healing garden cleansing water (300 ml) Php 270

Missha Undereye brightener (Light Beige) Php 150

Missha The Style 4D mascara Php 170

Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream #21 Php 560

More freebies!!! Yipee!!

Hurry, you too can get your own Cake box when you shop on Althea this July! Please visit www.althea.kr to check out their :

Amazing Althea Birthday Sale

Birthday Giveaway (Free Beauty Products for shoppers to add into cart everyday)

Althea Birthday Goodies (Limited Edition Box + DIY Bday Kit + Sample Pack)

FLY ME TO KOREA for TWO contest

Contests to win prizes (please also check their Instagram page)

Terms & conditions apply, for more info please check their site www.althea.kr

Till next time, 

FOTD: Korean Inspired Natural look

When I was still working at the MAC Counter, I had a lot of Korean customers. Koreans are known for their flawless skin and I'm always curious about their skincare and makeup regimen. Sometimes, I ask them what makeup products they're using (if they are not in a hurry).  And I guess you know what's their common answer-- Yeah,  BB creams! Aside from that, I also noticed that they are a big fan or eyeliners and orange lipsticks (MAC Morange and Korean Candy are their favorites). Koreans are also very serious with their skincare routine.... from Cleansing oils, toner, emulsion, moisturisers etc.

So here's my Korean-inspired natural daytime look. This is my default or go-to look if I'm in hurry. If I want a different look for nighttime, I just add a darker eyeshadow or change the color of my lipstick.

 

For a flawless and natural look, using a BB cream with medium coverage will do the trick. Use concealer to hide undeyere circles and unwanted blemishes and set with loose/pressed powder to make your makeup last longer.

Products used:

 FACE:
Primer: Mary Kay Foundation Primer SPF 15
Base: Dr. Jart Black Label Detox BB cream (Love this! Review to follow)
Undereyes: Ben Nye Mellow Orange 2 medium + Revlon Age defying concealer 
Setting powder: Ben Nye Banana Visage + Skinfood Buckwheat Loose Powder
Retouch powder: MAC Select sheer pressed powder in  NC25 (my fave compact powder)

BROWS:
Wet n wild Dark Brown brow kit (wax+middle shade)
MAC Girl boy brow set

EYES:
MAC Eyeshadow in A natural flirt (Glamourdaze)
Maybelline Eye studio gel eyeliner in Black
Mary Kay Lash Love Waterproof Mascara

Bronzer/Contour: Tarte Mineral Bronzer in Park Ave Princess
Blush: Benefit Bella Bamba (super love the shade that I already bought a back-up)

Lips: 
Maybelline Baby lips Mint lipbalm (not in pic) 
OCC Lip Tar in Memento (base) +
MAC Viva Glam Nicki 1 

Here's another selfie shot =D

What do you think? =)

Till next time,