Holy Grail Primer! Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer Review

I used to think that a primer is unnecessary in my makeup routine. The first primer I tried was the Benefit Porefessional, which was so silicone-y that I felt it was suffocating my skin by clogging all the pores. It did an awesome job in smoothing out my skin, but it absolutely wasn't comfortable to use. The other one I gave a chance to was the Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Light, and it did virtually nothing for me. But when I decided to splurge on the Hourglass Veil Mineral, my whole perspective changed - I now cannot live without a primer! Boy, it was truly a holy grail material and definitely deserves all the hype it has gotten. By now you probably know that this product is amazing, but let's talk about how and why this has become my all-time favorite! 

Innisfree Soybean Energy Essence [Light] Review

There are more than a handful of dupes for the cult-favorite SK-II Facial Treatment Essence, and Innisfree Soybean Energy Essence is among the more recently released ones. Instead of fermented rice, Innisfree uses fermented soybean. The one I got is a lighter version, the Soybean Energy Essence [Light], which is more suitable for my oily-combo skin in this hot weather. I haven't had much luck with fermented products, but being a beauty junkie, I can't help but to give it a try lol. Without further ado, let's get into the review!

Mamonde Lotus Micro Mild Foam Review

There was so much hype around this bestselling cleansing foam in Korea that I had to get one for myself to see what's so amazing about it. Apart from being Allure's Editor's Pick, it also won Ceci magazine's K-beauty award in the cleanser category. Interested to know if it lives up to the hype? Keep reading to find out! 

Skin Savior!: SKIN & LAB Dr. Color Effect RED SERUM Review

When it comes to skincare, I can be pretty picky and only the best of the best made it into my prestigious holy grail list. Therefore, to call a particular product a 'skin savior,' it must have given me a spectacular result. Dr. Color Effect: Red Serum from Skin & Lab definitely deserves the 'skin savior' title as it exceeds my expectation in every ways - it has not only become a holy grail for me but also has perhaps become the best serum I've ever tried in my beauty junkie life. If you're curious to know more about this award-winning, best-selling product, keep on reading for the review (or rather, a rave).  

Review: Blush & False Lashes from Born Pretty Store

Here comes the second part to my review of the products Born Pretty Store sent me a while back. If you haven't already checked out the first part, click here to read the review. While the last review of Born Pretty Store was entirely about lipsticks, this one will be on a blusher and false lashes which I rarely write about on my blog. I guess this is a chance to do something new :) Now, let's get on to the review shall we?

Lancome Teint Miracle Foundation Review & Swatches

When I was strolling along the makeup aisles in Sephora browsing for a new summer foundation, I was introduced to the Lancome Teint Miracle by a sales associate. It's designed to suit Asian skin tone and supposed to provide decent coverage while keeping oils at bay. That definitely sounded like something I was looking for so I decided to go with her recommendation. Read on to find out how this product works out for me!

Say Bye to Blackheads! Skinmiso Pore Beauty Nose Pack Review

As a person with huge pores, especially on my nose, blackheads are my worst skin enemy. No matter what I do, they just keep coming back. The sad truth is, blackheads cannot be permanently removed for us oily skin folks. The best thing we can do is taking good care of our pores and regularly removing blackheads with effective, gentle products. Today, I'd like to do a review on one of the best blackhead removal products out there in the market. It effectively dissolves and removes blackheads with gentle method - no stripping or scrubbing here. If you're still using nose strips, make sure to keep reading!

Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation Review

Not very often that I get complimented on my skin, so imagine how delighted I was when my friend commented on how spotless my skin looked and asked if I had anything done. Of course, I didn't have anything done on my skin, be it facials or laser treatments. It was simply a result of a good foundation! At that moment, I knew it is time to write a review on this wonderful Guerlain Lingerie de Peau, which is raved by many as one of the best light-to-medium coverage foundations in the market. 

Mamonde Rose Water Bubble Foam Review

I've heard a lot of good things about Mamonde Rose Water Toner, but unfortunately it is not available in Bangkok so I got the Rose Water Bubble Foam to try out instead. If you have read about natural skin care, you'll know that rose water has been used in beauty routine since ancient times due to its amazing benefits on skin - anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant properties are just a few examples. Because of my passion in natural cosmetics, I'm always seeking out for skin care with powerful natural ingredients. Well then, let's see what I think about this particular product. 

I'm From (아임프롬) Vitamin Tree Mask & Vitamin Tree Water-Gel Review

Holy grail product alert! Usually I'm wary about trying skincare products from unfamiliar niche brands, but when I discovered "I'm From" on Wishtrend, I couldn't help but giving its Vitamin Tree line a chance. And, thank god I did! It totally blew me away with its awesomeness. If you have oily to normal skin, or are residing in a hot and humid area, you will want to continue reading to find out why I love this line so much. 

Fresh Rose Floral Toner Review

Fresh has always been one of my favorite brands since I discovered their sugar lip balms years ago. I love their concept as well as their refreshing take on skincare. Since I ran out of my second bottle of Laneige Clear-C Advanced Effector, I decided to revamp my routine a bit and bought the Fresh Rose Floral Toner to try out. I actually wanted to get the Black Tea one but it seems to be too hydrating for my current skin condition. If you are interested in this product, keep on reading!

Maybelline Clear Smooth All In One Shine Free Cake Powder [New Formula] Review

It's been like ages since I bought any Western drugstore makeup, since nothing looks that interesting to me lately. However, I somehow went into Boots and got my first product ever from Maybelline, the Clear Smooth All In One Shine Free Cake Powder. The ridiculous heat must have been the reason for this impulsive purchase. Well, when it seems impossible to keep oils on your face at bay in this harsh summer, you are automatically drawn to anything claiming good oil control. Keep reading to find out if this product stays true to its claims!  

Laneige Brush Pact 'No. 2 Pore Blur' Review

After several years in the States, I had forgotten how unbearable April can be in Thailand. It is literally an oven here, and I'm roasted up real good. My skin has become oilier than usual as a result, so I have been seriously powdering up to keep my foundation intact. I currently use the Brush Pact from Laneige, which I purchased during my trip to Korea. Keep on reading for my thoughts on the product!

Laneige Clear-C Advanced Effector Review

It's widely-known that anti-oxidant is good for our skin because it combats dullness, discolorations, and other signs of skin aging. We usually get it from consuming fruits with high Vitamin C content, but why not take it up a notch by also using a skincare product that delivers anti-oxidant right into your skin? Laneige Clear-C Advanced Effector is the newest addition to the brand's skincare range, and it is all about creating healthier skin with anti-oxidant effect from superberry extract. Since I've been suffering from dull skin, I found this new release particularly interesting. It has been over 3 weeks since I started using the essence, and I have to say I'm pleasantly surprised with the result.

Laneige BB Cushion [Pore Control] Review

Since cushion foundations became a trend, I have tried only a few of them to date including the super famous Hera UV Mist Cushion (which I despise). I would have tried more if not for the dewy (aka oily) finish that they tend to provide because Koreans are obsessed with dewy skin. Since I live in a warmer climate and have oily-combo skin that certainly doesn't need any more dewiness, it is hard for me to find a cushion made for my skin type. There are only a few non-dewy cushions available in the market, including the Innisfree Long Wear Cushion (review here) and the Laneige BB Cushion [Pore Control] which I will be talking about today. If you have a similar skin type as me, you'd want to keep on reading because you're about to discover the best cushion ever for normal-oily skin!

The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam Review

Yay to the first review of 2015! I thought why not start off with one of the most raved about product from The Face Shop, the Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam? I have heard so many good things about it but really haven't had a chance to try it out since my beloved Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam literally lasted me forever. Anyway, the Sulwhasoo eventually ran out and I decided to get this since it was on sale. Even if it wasn't on sale, it costs only a small fraction of the Sulwhasoo. Well, my budget is pretty tight lately so a cheaper alternative is a good idea. Continue reading to know more about this bestselling cleansing foam!

Mamonde First Energy Serum Review

Hey, ok, so it's been a while! I'm kind of busy these days since I'm studying Korean, and you know, learning a language can take up a lot of your time. I'm also in the process of applying to a language school in Korea so that adds up to the workload :) Anyway, let's get on to what I'm here to talk about today. Recently, Mamonde has become quite popular with Thai bloggers. So many of them talked about the brand and raved about their star product, the First Energy Serum. I was not really familiar with Mamonde, but a swarm of positive reviews made me curious so I decided it's worth a try. I've been using this religiously for over 2 weeks, and I think I've reached a verdict on it. Keep on reading to find out if it lives up to the expectation!

Best Toner for Normal to Dry Skin - Clarins Toning Lotion with Camomile Review

A couple of days ago, I bought my third bottle of Clarins Toning Lotion with Camomile, and I realized that I have yet to review this awesome product on my blog. It's very rare that I repurchase any skincare more than twice, so me buying this for the third time says a lot about how great a toner it is. If you are looking for a toner that does more than toning your skin, make sure to read on after the jump!

Primera [프리메라] Miracle Seed Essence Review

It's been roughly a month since I started using the Primera [프리메라] Miracle Seed Essence, and it's time for me to tell you whether it is indeed a miracle for my skin. For those who have yet to hear about this brand, it is a brand under AmorePacific, which is the mother company of popular brands like Etude House and Innisfree. Primera is a mid-to-high end brand that focuses on using natural ingredients for their products. I've used some of their bestselling products (click HERE for the review of their Alpine Berry Watery Oil-Free Gel Cream), and I loved them. Therefore, when I decided to try out this essence, I was expecting quite a lot out of it.

CNP Laboratory Anti-Blemish Spot Solution Review

I don't know why but my hormones have been going wild lately. I keep getting acne here and there, especially on my U-zone (which is usually not acne-prone). Thank God they are not painful cystic acne, but still! So, I searched for something to rescue my skin and ended up with the Anti-Blemish Spot Solution from CNP Laboratory, my favorite dermatologist-developed skincare brand. I absolutely love their blackhead clear kit, so I hoped that the spot solution would be as effective. And, I am not disappointed! Find out why it has become my staple product after the jump!