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It comes with a Mochi cushion that helps to retain most of the foundation when it's pressed on. 

The cushion has SPF 50+/PA+++ along with blueberry extract, mineral water and aloe vera leaf extract. 

Scent

It smells sweet. I think it is due to the blueberry extract. It's fairly nice and it is not over powering.

Coverage

To be honest, the coverage of this cushion is just average. With just one layer, you may not be able to cover scars or redness. You have to apply a second layer to have a better coverage. If you have a very oily skin, layering on foundation is not a great idea as it cakes up. Same goes to dry skin as it will look flaky. But it is definitely better than the 1st generation.

Price

I purchased it for RM100.70 ( BND $33.57) incl GST at KIODA Parkson. It is a little bit pricey as it is only 15g without refill.

Moisture

It is very moisturizing when applied onto my skin. I don't feel it tugging on my skin as I apply but my skin seems to be a little dry when I tried it on so it's a little flaky but that'll be gone after a little exfoliation.

Stickiness

It is not sticky at all. Even after applying 2 layers it is not sticky. It gives off a matte finish.

Changing refills

It is very easy to change it's refill. Open up the case and give the bottom a slight press and it comes right off.

*Do take note that the refill for the older version is not compatible with the mew Magic Snow Cushion 2.0

Claims

1. Flawless Coverage

- Yes, it does gives a very natural finish with great coverage but 2 layers have to be applied to achieve the flawless look if you want to cover dark pigmentation and scars.

2. Moisturizing texture

- Yes, it is very moisturizing. It does not dry up your skin.

3. Smooth application

- Yes, it does not tug on my skin at all. Gently pat with the cushion instead of rubbing on it.

4. It is not sticky!

- Yes, it is not sticky as it dries up pretty fast.

PROS

1. It smells great.

2. Does what it claims.

3. Covers up my pores.

4. It last quite a while and it is very moisturizing.

5. Easy to carry in your purse. 

6. Love the new packaging. Air tight.

7. Suitable for people who are always rushing. Just give it a few pats and you're done. 

CONS

1. I'm pretty concern with the hygiene because of the cushion puff. I think keeping the puff clean is very important to prevent bacteria transfer.

2. It is only 15g which only last up to 2 months with daily usage.

I think that's pretty much it with the CONS. I couldn't find much disadvantage of this cushion. I would like to try more cushion foundation in the future.

Ratings

Price - 4/5 It is affordable during SALES.

Hygiene - 2/5 I personally do not like the idea of patting my face and transferring dust from my face back to the cushion.

Packaging - 4/5 Simple sleek black compact

Claims - 4.5/5 Does what it claims!

Will I repurchase this?

- Yes I will repurchase this cushion but in no.23 as I think no.22 is a little too pink. I would purchase the white and pink version too. To check out the differences.

Where to purchase?

You can purchase it through YESSTYLE if you are from other country.

- Kimmy Loo -

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Collagen - Moisturizes and plumps up skin (All skin type)

Charcoal - Lifts up oil and dirts (Oily skin)

Calendula - Helps to nourish and moisturize skin (Acne prone skin)

Lavender - Anti-oxidant to cleanse and combats environmental pollutants (All skin type)

Cool (Tea-Tree) - Aids in healing breakouts (Acne prone skin)

Pearl - Restores skin elasticity (All skin type)

Vitamin - Helps to renew, brighten and soothe irritated skin (All skin type)

Gold - Soothe inflammation (All skin type/Acne skin)

It comes in a plastic container at 30g worth of modeling mask powder for one time use only. There is a plastic lid protecting the cover. 

Before opening the cover, make sure to lightly tap the sides of the container so the powder won't spill all over. It comes with a spatula inside the container for you to stir and apply. However I personally don't like the spatula provided because it is too short so I prefer to use my annie's way/ePure's spatula instead.

Spatula provided by Lindsay's Modeling Mask

I prefer using this spatula which is available when you purchase ePure or Annie's Way jelly mask. 

Note: When using this product, it may take a while to get use to mixing it. It may turn out too watery or too dry. It's all about trial and errors. 

How to Use: 

Step 1

On the container itself, there is a line as seen above. The purpose of the line is to guide you on how much water is needed.   

Step 2

I push the powder one side so I can pour the water until the line indicator on the container.

Step 3 

Please use warm water for this mask. If the water is too hot, it kills off the purpose of the mask but if it's too cold, the mask solidifies very fast creating lumps which makes it hard to apply.

Step 4

Pour in the water until the line then start to stir it. This steps tell you how much more water is needed. As you start stirring, it will slowly form a paste and gradually add in more water if needed.

Step 5 

After stirring and adding water as needed, it will form a smooth paste as seen in the picture above. It is very important to get a smooth yet thick consistency as seen above. If it is too dry, it dries up very fast but if it is too watery, it will be hard to apply as it will start to drip.

Step 6

Apply it onto your face with the spatula. Make sure to apply it in thick layers.

Make sure to apply it thicker on the side so it is easier to remove the mask.

Note* From adding water till applying it all over your face should take around 1-2 minutes only. Otherwise the mask would dry up before you even get to apply it on your face.

It is super hard to explain how or where to apply all the mask so here is a picture of where I apply the mask. IT IS PERFECT TO APPLY IT AND SCARE PEOPLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT! XD

* Yes it is my nail polish collection at the back. Check it out HERE

Applying it all over including your lips as it helps to moisturizes your lips too. Usually if there is someone to apply it for you, you may apply it on top of your eyes too. Use a damp cotton on top of your eyes and apply the mask all over. If you are applying it yourself, you do not need to apply it on your eyes.

Step 7

Remove the mask after 20 minutes. The reason to apply it thicker on the ends is so that you are able to remove the mask easily.

Step 8

Wash off residue with warm water and follow up with your moisturizer and you're done.

There are bits and pieces of black things in there. Don't worry, it is nothing scary as it is bits of tea-tree.

TIPS

1. Prep your skin before using the modeling mask. Prep with essence and serum for better effect.

2. Work fast as the modeling mask dries pretty fast.

3. You can scoop out half the powder if you are afraid of adding too much water making it too watery.

PROS

1. Moisturizes your skin instantly.

2. Does what it claims it does.

3. Minimizes pores

4. Improves complexion and hydration to tired skin. Tea-tree also calms sensitive skin that are easily irritated.

5. It does not evaporates unlike sheet mask. Although the outer layer is fully dry the inside of the mask stays wet.

6. It has a cooling effect due to the tea-tree

CONS

1. It takes a while to get use to mixing it.

2. First time users may not like the smell but overtime, you will get use to the smell.

3. The spatula provided is too short/small

4. One time use only at RM12.90 (BND$ 4.30) a little pricey for some.

5. Not suitable for people who are lazy or too tired for all the manual labour. LOL

RATINGS

Price - 4/5 Personally it is affordable as it really benefits my skin and does what it claims.

Hygiene -5/5 It is a one time use so just throw away the container once used. No contamination.

Quality - 4/5 Better than most sheet mask.

Would definitely purchase again. 

Where to purchase it?

1. Ebay - HERE

Nourishing Avocado

It contains Avocado Oil and Lotus extract that helps to moisturize lips long lastingly. It is also enhanced with Hydra IQ moisture technology for deep moisturization.

It comes in a tiny tube about 1.5 cm width and about 9 cm in length including the cap. It is a light blue tube with a translucent cap. I love the colour! The lip balm is the usual white and it applies on pretty smoothly.

So much hydration is what caught my attention. So I decided to give it a try. I feel kinda disappointed thought. I love Nivea products but the Lip series was pretty much a disappointment. I've been using it every once in a while for the whole day today and I found that it's pretty moisturizing but it feels kinda oily.

As for the moisturizing level, it is pretty decent for hydration. I guess I gotta use it for a week to see if it did change the condition of my lips. However I find it not really long lasting. I find myself reapplying it quite often. Not sure if it's because I have a lot of dead skin on my lip or this product is making me peel a little bit more than usual.

It doesn't have a icky after applying on your lips but it still has a little taste to it. For me personally it is still tolerable cause it's not a strong taste to it. I can't really explain how it taste or smell but it is pretty decent. 

PROS

- It is cheap as compared to other brands.

- It comes in a stick which is easy to carry around during travelling.

- It provides a decent amount of hydration.

- Does not have a lotion kind of taste to it.

- It applies on pretty smoothly. 

CONS

- I find it a little bit too oily when applying it for the first time. 

- Moisture dries up too quickly. (Not sure if it's cause my lips were dry or it wares off quickly)

- Made my lips peel a little more than usual.

RATINGS

Hydration - 8.5/10

Application - 9.5/10

Packaging - 9.5/10

Overall - 8/10

Will I buy it again once I've finish using it?

I don't think I'll be purchasing it again. I might be choosing another type but I will still be choosing Nivea just not this particular Lip Series.

Comeback for more updates on other products that I might find along the way.

- Kimmy -

Description.

- It contains 92% Aloe Vera leaf extract.

Soothing and Moisturizing

- It provides soothing and moisture effects to the sensitive skin.

Skin firming and moisturizing effect

- Fast absorbing gel that provides a refreshing feel to the skin.

Makes the skin healthy

- Keeps the surface of the face and body healthy.

- The vitamins from the Aloe Vera extract, such as Vitamins E, C and other minerals, keep the skin moisturized and protecting it from UV rays. The fresh Aloe Vera ingredient absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any sticky residue behind. 

The product itself is claimed to be 9 free nature formulas such as Paraben, Animal Ingredients, Benzophenone, Artificial Coloring, DiozaneChlorphenesin, Mineral Oil, Formaldehyde and Sulfate.

Enriched with 92% Aloe Very! Mild formula free paraben, mineral oil and artificial color. This soothing gel with 92% organic Aloe Vera was certified by California Certified Organic Farmers(CCOF) can be used to mildly moisturize various parts of the body often for best results. 

As you can see, the Aloe Vera gel appears to be transparent. 

Directions.

There are different ways to use this Aloe Vera gel such as on your body, hair and face.

Face.

- Go through your daily routine and use this Aloe Vera Gel as the last step. 

-You can use it as a mask by leaving it on your face for 15-20 minutes in a generous amount then wash it off with  warm water.

- For moisturizer, just apply a small amount enough to cover the entire face after cleansing, toning and serum. It absorbs to your skin very quickly so you need not worry about sticky residue on your skin. 

- Recommended to all dry skin and sensitive skin people. 

Hair.

1. Use it as a shampoo for the extra boost of moisturizing ingredient. By adding the gel at a ratio of 2 gel : 1 shampoo. Mix it together and shampoo as usual.

2. Use it as a conditioner by adding the Aloe Vera gel to your conditioner or use the Aloe Vera gel alone by applying it to damp hair starting at the scalp and working downwards to the ends of your hair. Wrap your hair with disposable shower cap or a towel for at least 15 minutes. Wash it off after the treatment.

- OR use it as a leave on treatment after shower on damp hair. 

Body.

- Apply it to dry parts of your body (arms & legs) for extra moisturizer. 

Make up.

- For people with dry skin problems, not being able to search for the right BB Cream/Foundation to use, you can mix your BB Cream/Foundation together with this Aloe Vera Gel at a ratio of 1:1. It helps to keep your skin moisturize and it provides a glow to your skin creating the natural make up look.

Benefits of Aloe Vera.

- It helps to prevent acne from occurring as Aloe Vera has antibacterial properties that are very effective in treating acne and reducing the redness.

- Not just acne, Aloe Very helps to reduce acne scars by promoting skin regeneration.

- Provides great amount of moisture and hydration to dry and sensitive skin.

- It can also be applied to sun burned areas to provide soothing or if you accidentally burn your fingers or any part of your skin on a hot pan or hot water, apply it immediately. 

Comments.

- I have personally used this Aloe Vera gel on my face for a few weeks now and I've notice my face have been more hydrated than in the past which can be clearly seen as my pores have minimized. 

- It has a pleasant scent not too strong but it does linger around even after it absorbs into your skin. 

- It is fairly easy to wash off and it absorbs very quickly without leaving behind a sticky residue.

Ratings 8/10.

The reason why I did not give it a better rating because of it's packaging. It comes in a can and there might be some hygienic problem occurring unless you use a spatula for hygienic purposes but due to its affordable price and great benefits I decided to increase it's rating.

*New Ratings 9/10  

Where to purchase?

- I purchased my Aloe Vera gel recently from Nature Republic's outlet at Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia at Boulevard 1st Floor. They happen to have a promotion going on when I was there. 4 can @ RM95 and 1 @RM39. I've heard great reviews on their aloe vera gel so I decided to get the promo package 4 cans @ RM95. 

- The Aloe Vera gel comes in a can of 300ml/10.56 fl.oz. It should be able to last a long time if you were to use it for face only but be aware of the expiry date on the bottom of the can.

- EBAY USD$9.79

- Amazon USD$9.98

- YesStyle USD$12.51

- KoreaDepart USD$5.72

Other products.

Nature Republic's Aloe Vera product are not limited to Soothing Gel but there are different range of products such as Toner, Emulsion, Body Cream, Cleanser in gel and foam, Body Shower Gel and also Aloe Vera 70% BB Cream.

Do check out their latest product from their outlet nearest to you~

-Stay tune for further updates-

-Kimmy

Hello everyone, I'm back with a new review I have been working on. It's the L'Oreal Paris Hydrafresh Anti Shine Icy Gel and it claims that it provides high hydration to the skin. Throughout the years I tend to have oily skin around my T zone area but one day I came across this product while I was doing some shopping around watsons (Malaysia). The words Matifying & Hydration caught my attention so I decided to give it a try.

Texture

- It comes in a light blue creamy colour and the texture itself is not too heavy. As the package claims that it give you a icy sensation and it  is proven to be truly icy. When the product touches your skin, it gives a cool feeling. It is easy to apply on and it absorbs quickly. After applying, it gives your face a matte finish suitable for oily/combination skin.

Results

Your skin is mmediately cooled down, durably matifies and quenched for all day. Day after day skin gets rid of shininess and pores are clear and tightened. Skin is smooth and evened out. Full of moisture, it is “water-bouncy” and looks healthier like “water transparent.”

Application

I usually apply it around my Tzone area. I do not personally use this as a moisturizer all over my face as it tends to over dry other parts of my skin. After cleansing, toner and moisturizer, I apply EtudeHouse's BB Cream and after Im ready, I use this to pat it onto my Tzone area to provide a matte finish.

Mask

This doesn't have to limited to moisturizer only as it can also be used as a mask. Apply a generous amount all over your face and leave it for 15minutes and wash/wipe it off. Use it once a week and you can clearly see a difference. 

Pros

- It is suitable for most people living in a tropical area just like myself in Brunei/Malaysia.

- It is easily available at Watsons, Guradian or any drugstore.

- It is 50g along with a great price approx of RM$30

- It provides a matte finish so your skin wont be oily.

Cons

- Apart from it's cooling sensation and matifying purposes, it does not improve your skin complex.

- Should have came in a tube/pump instead of  a jar.

Overall Rating of the Product 4/5

Price - 4/5 

It was worth it as the product does what it claims to do and it comes in 50g which is a steal.

Packaging - 3/5 

I don't like how it comes in a jar instead of a tube/pump

Hydrating/Matifying Power - 4/5

It does give your face a matte finish but it would only last you around 4-5 hours.

I will go back for this product again after I finish mine as it was worth it.