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[Review] Nivea Watering Lip Series [Avocado]

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With the weather going on these days turning from freezing cold from the rain to freakishly hot with the burning sun. With the crazy change in the weather it has done a pretty decent job of messing up my lips no matter how much water I drank. So my mum went to Watson to grab a few things and I decided to buy a stick type of balm and I found this along the choices. 

The Nivea Watering Lip Series

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 -

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[Review] Nature Republic's Soothing & Moisture Aloe Vera Gel.

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Hello again fellow readers.

I'm back again and this time I'll be doing a review on Nature Republic's 92% Aloe Vera Gel and different ways to use it. 



I happen to stumble upon this Aloe Vera gel from Nature Republic when I step foot into their shop at the Miri branch. I'm guessing it should Aloe Vera season because there are stacks and stacks of it pilling up in their shop. 



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





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