[ Review ] Illiyoon Ceramide Unscented Lip Balm

 

Product Description

Enriched with ceramide NP and panthenol, ILLIYOON Ceramide Unscented Lip Balm nourishes lips and leaves a protective barrier for a softer and smoother pout. The lightweight formula glides smoothly onto lips for a non-greasy finish. Unscented lip balm is gentle on the lips.

Benefits :

-An unscented, transparent, colorless lip balm that offers a thin protective layer to dry lips.

-Features a soft melting formula that melts on the lips to offer a semi-matte finish.

-Replenishes moisture and locks up moisture to the skin with Ceramide and Panthenol.

-Leaves no stickiness or greasiness on the lips.

If you're looking for a simple, no-fuss lip balm that’s perfect for daily use, the Illiyoon Ceramide Unscented Lip Balm might be worth a try. I picked this up on a whim at Olive Young after the cashier highly recommended it while I was checking out — and I’m glad I did!

[ Review ] Numbuzin NAD+BIO Lifting-sil Full Face Mask + Essence

 

This is my first foray into Numbuzin and I am glad to try out their latest products - Numbuzin Lifting Face Care Set comprising of Numbuzin No. 9 NAD Bio Lifting Full Cover Facial Mask and NAD Bio Lifting Essence, courtesy from Stylekorean. 

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Knowing the customer is at the heart of Korean skin care brand numbuzin. The brand's slogan “What’s Your Number?” represents its mission to find bespoke answers for each person’s skin concerns. Numbuzin responds with the right products, which are named by numbers instead of hard-to-remember names

Numbuzin No. 9 NAD Bio Lifting Full Cover Facial Mask contains 4 individual sheets in a set, including a fabric lifting band. It is clinically proven to improve 6 types of wrinkles (jawline, buccal fat, smile lines, neck, chin, cheek) in just 4 weeks. Said to reduce the appearance of enlarged pores and improve facial puffiness overnight after using the product for 8 hours.

The No. 9 sheet mask is formulated with NAD+, an anti-aging ingredient that boosts cell turnover, stimulates collagen production, and supports skin repair, along with 50 types of peptides to plump and firm the skin. Hydrolyzed collagen and adenosine are also added to effectively target wrinkles and enhance skin elasticity.

[ Review ] Hyaah Synergy Mask Pad

 

Product Description

Formulated with 90% sea kelp extract sustainably sourced from the clean waters of Wando, Korea, this essence is a powerhouse of marine nourishment. Certified by the Korean FDA for its efficacy in improving pore clarity, density, transparency, and skin elasticity, it delivers visible skin improvements through tested results.

I received a set of Hyaah products as part of a Stylekorean collaboration. They were Mild But Deep Cleansing Water, Licorice First Essence, All In One Ectoin Lotion on top of this Synergy Mask Pad.

Hyaah, pronounced as Hee:YA is a Korean skincare brand which is said to consist of good ingredients, honest processing and continuous research. 

As a skincare content creator, I believe in being selective with my collaborations — only those that genuinely align with my skin type, values, and what I feel will truly benefit my skin. This intentional approach not only helps me maintain integrity, but also allows me to create more thoughtful and meaningful content that you can trust.

Stylekorean x Hyaah invited me for a collaboration which I accepted because I need gentle, non-greasy and hydrating products in this humid climate like Singapore, for my combination-dehydrated skin type. Glad that their products do not disappoint, despite being my first foray into the brand. 

[ Review ] Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Mask Hydrating Gel

 

Product Description

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Mask Hydrating Gel is a refreshing gel mask that drenches skin with a 20% Hyaluronic Acid Complex while nourishing and energizing with Vitamin E, Aloe and Caffeine.

Drench your skin with a liquid cloud of moisture that feels cool and refreshing like clouds in the atmosphere. Hydrating gel mask has a 20% complex of Hyaluronic Acid, a potent hydrator that draws in water. Pentavitin® helps provide up to 72 hours of hydration. Enriched with Vitamin E and Aloe to help nourish and soothe the look of dry and dehydrated skin. Caffeine works to help energise and reinvigorate the look of a dull complexion. Skin is left appearing hydrated, healthy and plump with moisture.

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I received a box of the rinse-off masks from a good friend who purchased it in Sephora, during Christmas. While I am always happy to receive masks, but unfortunately, products from Peter Thomas Roth didn't were more misses than hits based on past experiences.

I have previously emptied Peter Thomas Roth Rose Stem Cell Bio-Repair Mask which didn't perform up to my expectation but I am hoping that the rest work well. 

[ Review ] T'else Kombucha Teatox Essence

 

Product Description

T'else Kombucha Teatox Essence is a first-step essence with Kombucha extract to hydrate and soften the skin texture. 

I purchased T'else Kombucha Teatox Essence together with Hyggee Vegan Sun Cream, Herbloom Calming Days Vegan Sunscreen, Skin1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum, Foretderm Derma Relief Vegan Suncream and others, during a sale. The essence wasn't really in my list, as skincare essence isn't an essential for me in my skincare routine. 

A first step essence is a specific type of essence used immediately after cleansing—before toner, serum, or moisturizer. It’s designed to be the very first product that touches your skin post-cleanse, hence the name.

These essences are usually lightweight, watery in texture, and packed with fermented ingredients, hydrating agents, or skin-renewing actives. Their primary purpose is to balance the skin's pH, replenish moisture lost during cleansing, and enhance the effectiveness of the rest of your skincare routine by improving absorption.

First step essences are especially popular in Korean skincare routines, where skin prep is essential to achieving that healthy, radiant "glass skin" look. Ideal for all skin types—especially dull, dehydrated, or tired skin—these essences work quietly but powerfully to boost your skin’s vitality from the very first step.

My last emptied essences were Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Glycolic Essence and Rovectin Aqua Hyaluronic Essence. 

Let’s take a closer look at how T'else Kombucha Teatox Essence performs as a first step essence and whether it lives up to the claims.