Elishacoy 24k Gold Luxury Ultra Moisture Mask Review

"Gold is timeless" this saying proves true. Gold indeed is used in skincare for its ability to improve blood circulation thus acting as a potent anti-aging wonder. On top of that, gold is really moisturizing, it has an anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties and of course, it can leave your skin GLOWING LIKE GOLD!

So I bought the Elishacoy 24k Gold Luxury Ultra Moisture Mask on a promo and it came with a 24k Gold Luxury Serum.

This is mask made with pulp sheet which is very comfortable on the face. This is actually a little bit bigger than those of Etude House's which I think it's better for me having a big face. LOL!

This contains 2 of nature's most powerful skin-restoring agents:

1. Gold can activate the basal cells of the skin which reduces the elasticity of the skin. It thus reduces wrinkles, fine lines, blemishes and marks on the skin, and will make you look younger.

2. Caviar extract was found to speed up the natural production of collagen up to 67% and significantly reduces the protein cross linking (fibronectin). Caviar extract is very rich in vitamins A, D, B1, B2, B6 and micro-elements, which intensify the processes inside the skin cells and at the same time slow down the aging process by moisturizing the skin.

How to use

Verdict:

I really like that even though it say's ultra moisture mask, it's not sticky at all. In fact, it's very watery yet very hydrating and brightening. For some unknown reason, my skin looked a little "gold". Normally my skin is a little pinkish without make up but after using this mask, it somehow looks really golden! Maybe indeed there is gold particles in this sheet mask.

PROS:

-very hydrating

-very light

CONS:

-it is a little expensive

-It has a strong smell which I don't like. It's almost like soap

I can't say much about how strong it is in the anti-aging department yet because, well I don't have wrinkles yet nor have the feeling that I am really aging now. (I may be on denial considering I am already 25?) But anyway, I think I won't repurchase this again because of the price. I still love my Etude House's I Need You Mask still. Haha!

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Elishacoy 24k Gold Luxury Ultra Moisture Mask Review

Banila Co. CC it Radiant CC in Melting Pact in Natural Beige

Hello there again lovelies! As I have mentioned on my previous blog post, my love for Banila Co.'s CC cream is eternal that I bought the CC Melting Pact as well.

What is it?

It's Banila Co.'s CC Melting pact. It has the perfect ratio of make up. It contains 28% CC cream and 15% powder. It is the perfect hybrid balance of moisture and powder. Having a good moisture balance will result to lesser sebum production and it ca also brighten up the skin tone.

The Packaging:

I love it! It's very simple and classy.

On its back, it contains some information in Korean and what shade is it. Mine is Natural Beige.

It also contains a full size mirror which is really good. You no longer need to carry another one.

My sponge is a little bit tainted because I use it very often especially on a hot day.

This is how it looks like. It's really cream in a pact! <3

Product description:

Base for complexion care with skin care and makeup into one. Moisture care creates stable and natural skin tone. Takes care of pore and uneven skin to create smooth and soft skin texture. Eco herb water complex increases skin transparent degree to create bright and gorgeous skin. 

What do I think about it?

It is a really great product! It is very light with a decent coverage. I would say it has a light to medium coverage. It is very buildable and what I like most about it is that it leaves a dewy finish. It's really great because it can be a little stickyon your face but it didn't break me out. I love how moisturizing it can be and yes, the brightening effect is really visible! 

This is how it looks like on my face. The first pic is my bare skin. The second one is with Banila Co.'s CC cream. Notice that I still have some redness on my skin but it's brighter and the picture on the right hand side is with Banila Co's CC Melting Pact. It's now significantly brighter and it did cover some of the redness. 

Verdict:

Pros:

-moisturizng

-brightening

-didn't break me out

-very light

-it is unscented

-it lasts for a long time

-very easy to use

Cons:

-hard to find outside Korea

-a little expensive

-it can get cakey if you always rub your face

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Banila Co. CC it Radiant CC in Melting Pact in Natural Beige

Facial Massage: Practical Way to Keeping Youthful Skin

Having a massage is really relaxing. It increases blood flow to our body thus, giving more oxygen-rich red blood cells to help in the repair process of our body. When we think of it of having a massage, it's always about the body, the back and the head. 

Did you ever think of having a facial massage? Just like our other body parts, the face is also filled with muscles. Muscles which may get tired and weak due to unhealthy lifestyle and the natural process of aging that is why facial massages are every bit as important. 

Here are a few benefits and tips on how to massage your face as taken from The Face Shop:

In addition, facial massages have been found to help achieving a smaller face by facilitating lymphatic drainage. Experts recommend you don't exceed 20 minutes when massaging the face. Massaging the face for a long time may in fact weaken our facial muscles which may lead to skin sagging and cause premature wrinkles.

So there you have it! Together, let's achieve a healthier body and more beautiful skin! 
Cheers to that! <3

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Elishacoy 3D Spin Cleaner Review

Tired of having dull skin and clogged pores? These are the usual concerns of men and women alike.
As a skincare junkie, I've journeyed through the highs and lows of trying out a lot of products. Cleansing has and will always be the utmost priority before starting your skincare regime.

I never had a Clarisonic because it's way too expensive for me so I tried out facial brushes. It was good. It cleaned my skin well but I noticed that my skin has gone more sensitive ad sometimes it also causes discomfort after a while of using it. I wanted something which will deeply cleanse my skin with  little stimulation and I have learned about Elishacoy's 3d Spin Cleaner. It was on sale, it was 50% off so I grabbed this chance. Yes, I was skeptical but after trying it, instantaneously, I fell inlove with it. the Results was really like using a facial brush but what's special about it is that it didn't stimulated my skin. It didn't leave it sensitive.

This is how it looks like:

I bought this whole set at 50% off. It comes with a facial brush(the white one), a pore brush( the brown one) and an Elishacoy Vita Capsule Cleanser, a complementary facial wash that goes best with the 3d Spin Cleaner. I'm sorry I no longer have its cap. I could have misplaced or I'm just too lazy to look for it since I'm using this on a daily basis as part of my nightly routine. This baby here is a real deal when it comes to cleaning your face.

Before washing my face with ElishaCoy 3D Spin Cleaner

After washing my face with ElishaCoy 3D Spin Cleaner

I noticed that after cleansing my face, I think my pores are even less visible compared to when I was still wearing makeup.

Products specifics as taken from WISHTREND:

VERDICT:

It is pricey but it's worth the investment. I can really tell that I get less breakouts now and that my skin is smoother.

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Korean Skincare Routine

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Skincare routine varies.

We, the general people have always been taught the 3 general rules in taking care of our skin. 

The first step is to cleanse our skin with soap and water followed by using a toner or astringent as we normally call it here in the Philippines. Lastly, we use our moisturizers. This is actually a decent routine, for Westerners that is. Westerners have thinner dermis, thus, product absorption is faster. Asian skin, like Koreans and Filipinos have thicker dermis and layering of products is more likely a need for better absorption and efficacy. 

Here are the steps on Korean skincare:

Step 1: The Makeup Removal

Remove your makeup gently with good makeup remover like The Faceshop Ricewater Cleansing Oil. Make-up, although water-based have components which can never be dissolved by water alone and facial cleansers which are water-based. Even sunblocks can't be removed completely by just using a facial cleanser so it is necessary to use a good makeup remover.

Step 2: Cleansing

If you are to put on makeup for 30 minutes, cleansing too, should be a process. Let your skin breathe. Use a good facial wash. A ph-balanced facial wash to remove the residues after removing your makeup. I like using Missha's Creamy Green Tea Latte because it has milk and green tea which can really deliver good results. Oil production reduction but still leaving your skin moisturized.

Step 3: Exfoliation

Exfoliating with a natural scrub like Skinfood's Black Sugar Mask can really brighten up your skin and remove dead skin cells. Once or twice a week of exfoliation is enough as too much exfoliation will also leave your skin sensitive and it may cause more damage.

Step 4: Toning

Toning is very important and is considered to be the last step of cleansing. We must use a pH-balanced toner like Etude House's Wonderpore Freshner. It effectively balances our skin's pH-level which helps in the skin repair process.

Step 5: The Essence

Essences seem to be a mystery. For Koreans, the use of an essence is vital as it help in brightening one's skin tone and increase cell turn over. One of the best essences that I have used is Nature Republic's First Essence which is comparable to SK II Essence and yes, it did live up to its promise of delivering a clearer and smoother skin.

Step 6:  The Ampoule

Ampoules are more concentrated than essences and it give your skin the much-needed and much-deserved nutrition. Missha's Time Revolution Ampoule does wonders to the skin. It does not just brighten your skin but it also act as a potent anti-aging wonder in a bottle.

Step 7: The Mask

Masks are a twice-a-week treatment. We have the sheet masks, wash-off masks and peel-off masks. Use whatever you feel like using. It is imperative that we treat our skin like QUEENS because it is afterall, the first line of defense against infection. Masks have various effects according to your skin's needs. What I like to use is Etude House's Play Therapy Spot Care Wash-off mask as it helps me in preventing break-outs and sometimes I also use sheet masks if I have more money to spare. :)

Step 9: Moisturizing

Moisturizing your skin is very important to prevent premature aging and to help prevent various skin problems. Mizon's All-In-One Snail Cream is all it takes to take care of your skin's problems. From acne to wrinkles, it will have you covered.

Step 8: The Eye Cream

The skin around our eyes is very thin and it needs special attention. Extra moisture and nourishment is what it needs. Wrinkles usually first appear around our eyes and for that, I use Etude House's Like Twenty Eye Concentrate.

Step 10: The Night Cream

Your skin needs to stay hydrated as you sleep. Night creams doesn't just moisturize nor give additional nourishment to your skin, it also acts as a "seal" to all the goodness you have fed your skin. Missha's Snail Renew Cell Sleeping mask not just seal all the goodness but also brightens and repairs your skin leaving you waking up to a brighter, glowing skin.

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Korean Skincare Routine

Who Am I?

Hello there! My name is Von. I am 25 years old and I am a skincare junkie! I have been fascinated with the complexity of the beauty standards of different cultures. I am specifically drawn to East Asian beauty especially the Koreans. The Koreans are known to have flawless skin. They give great importance to their skin care. They value make up which doesn't just cover up their imperfections but ultimately, they want to FEED their skin.

Having this kind of fascination towards beauty, I have been trying and experimenting with different brands and labels. I started out with Western brands like L'oreal, Maybelline and Revlon. Yes, I was happy. I was happy with the coverage it gives. Then comes the rise of Korean skincare and cosmetics market, I tried it out again. I started to use Etude House's products and O-M-G, the coverage it gives was really comparable to Western brands but what got my attention and affection is that my skin was shouting that it was HAPPY! 

After days and months of using Etude House's products, I began to want more, more and more. I want to have that K-pop idol skin. That glow, that flawlessness that youthfulness, I wanted it so bad and thus my journey to Korean skincare and cosmetics began which was fueled by a good friend SaeSilPArk.

Right now, I am not just an enthusiast, not just a user but I am also a pusher. I push people who believe that beauty can be timeless, that beauty can be forever regardless of your age, ethnicity and skin color. 

Check out my FB page on the top right side of this page and let it be YOUR window to the KOREAN SKINCARE MARKET. :)

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