[ Review ] Kanebo Freeplus Moist Care Lotion, Emulsion, Cream

 

I redeemed a complimentary set of mini samples when they were first launched in Singapore. The set consists of Freeplus Mild Soap 7g, Freeplus Moist Care Lotion II 5ml, Freeplus Moist Care Emulsion II 9ml and Freeplus Watery Cream 5g. 

Since my skin can hardly tolerate soap cleanser, I gave it to my hubby while I use the rest of the samples which lasted me for about a week with twice daily usage. 

Made in Japan, Freeplus is a low-irritant skin care brand from Kanebo tailored to those with sensitive skin and featuring products enriched with the power of botanicals. Freeplus Moist care line has been specially developed for women in their 20s and 30s with dry and sensitive skin.

Every Freeplus product is enriched with the power of time-honored botanicals cherished in Japanese and Chinese beauty care. Plant extract compounds – from jujube, citrus peel, peach kernels, coix seeds, glycyrrhizin and cnidium rhizome – act as a natural protectant of a healthy skin surface. Freeplus aging-care and basic moisturizing lines embrace nature and purity to soothe gentle, easily bothered skin.

You can check the manufacturing dates for Kanebo products on this website. 

Freeplus Moist Care Lotion II is a moisturizing lotion which delivers an abundant amount of moisture to the stratum corneum to improve and keep protecting the skin texture. Enriched with 6 Chinese and Japanese herbal extracts, Nicotinic Acid B and Serine 120 to penetrate thoroughly into deep stratum corneum. It helps to replenish the moisture of skin cells and prevent moisture loss, leaving skin moist, plump and soft.

[ Review ] Quality First All in One Sheet Mask Grand Aging Care + Grand White

 

I purchased Quality First All in One Sheet Mask Grand Aging Care and Quality First All in One Sheet Mask Grand White some time back when I was still into sheet masking, but nowadays, I am venturing more into rinse-off masks and it took me awhile to finally emptied both packs.

With a focus on natural ingredients, the environment, and high quality, Quality First produces facial sheet masks that are extremely gentle and moisturizing, and yet also very affordable. Highly popular in Japan, Quality First took home the crown of being the Best Facial Sheet Mask in all of Japan!

The brand, which already produces small batch supplies due to their immense dedication to quality control and valuable ingredients, had to increase their production by tenfold when they won Cosme's "Best Facial Sheet Mask" in 2015.

Quality 1st is now hugely endorsed by many Japanese celebrities, heavily featured in several beauty magazines and receives countless reviews on Cosme and Amazon. You can read more on their website.

Their sheet masks are made of 100% natural cotton from the cotton fields of Ehime, Japan, making each sheet super soft and gentle, on top of being colour dye-free, mineral oil-free, alcohol-free and fragrance-free.

QUALITY FIRST All in One Grand series is an upgraded version of their regular sheet mask series featuring luxury beauty essences, thicker sheet and the Nano Cupsule Technology that delivers fast penetration of beauty ingredients into the skin. 

Quality First All in One Sheet Mask Grand Aging Care is a quick-care mask formulated with moisturizing ingredients in a thick high-adhesion Tencel sheet. It is richly soaked in a highly concentrated serum with Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen, Retinol, Vitamin E and Vitamin C to reduce symptoms of skin aging whilst providing anti-aging and firming benefits. 

Quality First All in One Sheet Mask Grand Aging Care is designed as an all in one skincare step, and come in packs of 32, or smaller 7-day pack. 

Mine was a 7 day pack which is packed in a ziplock style bag with 7 sheets stacked upon one another where the light scent is hardly discernable. Each sheet mask was moist but not soggy that it made a dripping mess.

[ Review ] Yours Eye Love You Eye Serum

 

Product Description

Yours Eye Love You Eye Serum is an all-in-one eye serum that depuffs and targets dark circles and fine lines. It features a blend of 8 Swiss active ingredients including Vitamin B9 and Caffeine – the perfect recipe for fresh, bright eyes!

Benefits : 

– Firms and brightens under-eye area

– Soothes and depuffs the delicate eye area

– Anti-aging properties that reduce fine lines, wrinkles and crow's feet

After seeing Yours Skincare all over Instagram, no thanks to influencer marketing, I was intrigued and ended up purchasing Eye Love You and Sunny Side Up SPF 30 Mist. There were no free samples when I purchased it direct from their website but judging from feedback, it seems that you will get free samples if you order from Shopee. 

The branding was on-point and the packaging looked beautiful but the service fell short of being fantastic. 

The order took longer than expected and I had to follow up with them. They tried to be sincere in their apology for the delay by offering a discount on their products, but I thought it was unnecessary because my order had not arrived and I had not tried the products yet, so why would you ask me to spend again?

Founded in 2018, Yours is a personalized clean beauty brand startup based in Singapore with products made in Switzerland. Their products are clean, cruelty-free and environmentally-friendly while their product formulations are compliant with the European Union’s (EU) cosmetics regulation standards, which are the most stringent in the world.

You can opt for the personalized products ( day and night set ) via a skin assessment or just purchase the essentials which I did. 

[ Review ] Dear, Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil

 

Product Description

Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil is a mild cleansing oil made up of 85% light and refreshing vegetable oil. Containing sunflower seed oil, grape seed oil, and jojoba oil, which are mild on the skin, it gently melts makeup and skin impurities with a clean finish.

– Primary Skin Irritation Test completed

– Primary Skin Irritation Test for Sensitive Skin completed

– Eye Irritation Test completed

I received 2 x 30ml bottles of Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil as part of the Team Combination Box from my first Wishtrend collaboration. This cleansing oil is very popular in the Instagram skincare community so I was looking forward to using it. 

Recommended Reading :

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Dear Klairs Fundamental Mist. 

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Packaging, Scent and Texture 

The full retail size is a 150ml clear bottle with a pump dispenser while the miniature bottle like mine, is a 30ml size with a small hole in the center to dispense the clear contents. 

[ Review ] Vanicream Gentle Body Wash

 

Product Description

Vanicream Gentle Body Wash is an effective, yet gentle formulation that removes dirt and oils without drying the skin. Leaves skin feeling clean and soft. Ideal for daily use on hands and body.

Made in USA, Vanicream specializes in making products for sensitive skin. Their products are free of common chemical irritants found in ordinary skin and hair care products such as dyes, fragrance, masking fragrance, lanolin, parabens, and formaldehyde releasers. You can read more about their story on their website and why they formulate products without the common skin irritants. 

I first came across Vanicream Gentle Body Wash while searching for pregnancy-safe products and promptly purchased one from Iherb. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture 

Vanicream Gentle Body Wash is housed in a 355ml bottle with a flick top cap that dispenses the pearly creamy-gel contents moderately well till it reaches the last 10% which started to get increasingly difficult. There is no scent.

How To Use : 

Apply to wet pouf, washcloth or hands, lather, rinse, and pat dry with towel.

Performance and Ingredients

Vanicream Gentle Body Wash is said to be a mild and gentle soap-free formula with no harsh cleansing agents, no botanical extracts or essential oils. It is also sulfate-free, gluten-free, oil-free, betaine-free and pH balanced. Suitable for hands and body. Dermatologist tested. Kid-friendly. Awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance.

Judging from the popular reviews on Iherb and Amazon, this is a very popular body wash that worked well for those with dry and sensitive skin as well as those battling with eczema. 

It cleanses and lathers well but unfortunately, started to get slightly drying from Day 3 onwards. The drying after-feel was subtle but present so I was surprised since my skin wasn't very drying in the first place. 

A little disappointing so it won't be a repurchase. 

Where To Purchase : Iherb | Amazon | Amazon SG

purified water, glycerin, coco-glucoside, propanediol, sodium cocoyl glycinate, acrylates copolymer, panthenol, caprylyl glycol, disodium EDTA, sodium chloride, 1,2-hexanediol, mica, titanium dioxide, sodium hydroxide, citric acid

Conclusion

To conclude, Vanicream Gentle Body Wash is a body wash awarded with National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance and works pretty well on dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin, according to the reviews, however, it doesn't perform as great on my skin, leaving it slightly dry. 

Won't be a repurchase but what don't work for me may just work well for you. 

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[ Review ] Beyul Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++

 

Product Description

Beyul Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ contains highly moisturizing polyglutamic acid that helps to keep skin moist by forming a moisture layer on dry skin. Also helps to protect sensitive skin from harmful UV rays. Feels light on skin without any whitish, sticky or oily residue. 

Staying in Singapore meant going through plenty of sunscreens since using sunscreen is the number 1 anti-aging tip. My latest sunscreen purchase is Beyul Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ which is just to chalk up enough points for free shipping. 

The brand, BE International is from Malaysia, however, this sunscreen is made in Korea so I had good vibes about it. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Beyul Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ is housed in a bright 50g orange tube with a distinct sunscreen scent. White in colour, the lotion-like texture has a hint of cooling sensation during application. 

How to use : 

After applying moisturiser, apply an appropriate amount of BEYUL Sunscreen SPF 50++ to protect skin against harmful UV rays

[ Review ] Beyul Moisturizing Mask

 

Product Description

Beyul Moisturizing Mask contains Polyglutamic Acid, Ceramide and plant extracts which plans to improve moisture on skin and keep it moist for a long time. It enhances vitality and elasticity, forming a strong skin barrier for sensitive skin to protect it from harsh elements in the environment. 

Gentle and comfortable on the skin, this nutrient-packed botanical essence sheet mask is perfect for weekly self-pampering sessions to restore and boost skin hydration while revitalizing fatigue and dull skin. Apply 3 times a week to strengthen the skin’s barrier and improve overall skin tone.

Be International is a direct marketing company from Malaysia, famed for their Aulora Pants with Kodenshi using infra-red technology which is said to tighten abdomen, lift up buttocks and flattens stomach. 

Along the way, the brand has branched out to other clothes as well as beauty products where one of them is Beyul Moisturizing Mask. I am a BE International member, so just email me, if you are interested to purchase any of the products with member prices. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

I was gifted with a 3 pc sample pack of Beyul Moisturizing Mask with my first purchase of Aulora Pants. There is no scent and the material has a soft medium thickness to it. The essence is watery and tends to drip down at times which can get messy, so best to lie down while masking. 

How To Use : 

1) Place mask gently with fingertips and pat to ensure mask fits well onto the skin. 

2) Leave on for 10-20 minutes or as desired. 

3) Gently pat the remaining essence onto the skin for better absorption after mask is removed.

Performance and Ingredients

Enriched with multiple anti-oxidant ingredients and botanical extracts, Beyul Moisturizing Mask helps reduce fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentations providing plump, healthy and glowing skin. Suitable for all skin types and with its soothing ingredients, it can help to soothe and calm skin inflammation.

The original pack comes in 10 pieces in each box and its recommended to use twice a week. It is said to enhance the hydration effect and help to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentations and dark circles. 

Beyul Moisturizing Mask has a good cutting except for slight excess material at the edges of face. The soft medium thick sheet mask is refreshing, comfortable and hydrating, leaving my skin clear, fresh and glowing while my face felt baby soft, smooth and supple. 

The key ingredients are....

Tea Tree Leaf Extract : Relieves skin troubles and regulates oily skin leaving a soothed and refreshed sensation

Camellia Oil : High in antioxidants, it effectively soothes and relieves dry skin conditions

Conclusion

To conclude, Beyul Moisturizing Mask has been a surprising gem! I was blown away by how great it was! I looked clear, fresh and glowing with baby soft, smooth and supple skin to the touch! Definitely great for use on tired days or just before an event. It is also one of my Top 22 Empties I Loved in 2022!

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[ Review ] 23.5°N Rice Soothing Active Set - Essence, Moisturizer, Mask

 

Product Description

Naturally farmed from Douliu City in Yunlin County, Taiwan, rice extract is rich in natural moisturizing factors to balance skin and increase moisture levels.

23.5°N Rice Soothing Active Set is formulated for irritated skin and consists of the following : 

1) Rice Soothing Active+ Essence 30ml : Slightly viscous essence comprised of 98.8% yeast extract that purifies and smooths skin.

2) Rice Soothing Active+ Moisturizer 10ml : Brightening moisturizer for sensitive skin to reveal a silky complexion.

3) Rice Soothing Active+ Gel Mask 20ml : Powerhouse gel formulated with ceramides, job's tears, and rice extracts to leave your skin glowing. Use as an intensive 20 minute wash off mask, leave on overnight, or use as a moisturizer.

4) Rice Soothing Active+ Ultra-Feather Mask : Lightweight sheet mask that soothes dull and irritated skin to reveal a brighter complexion.

I purchased 23.5°N Rice Soothing Active Set some time back which was meant as a 14 days sampler kit but the moisturizer was so tiny that lasted me for only 7 days. I have previously reviewed 23.5°N Bamboo Ultra Hydrating Gel Mask and 23.5°N' Red Pearl Barley Brightening Gel Mask which were pretty gentle products and great for sensitive skin.

Dedicated to natural ingredients, simple formula, and light textures, 23.5°N offers an irritation free, comfortable experience with the perfect balance of oil and water-based ingredients and a refreshing feeling in an everyday ritual.

Their products do not contain SLS, SLES, artificial coloring, fragrance, alcohol and parabens.

There are no animal ingredients and the brand is cruelty free.

[ Review ] Mary Kay Shea Sugar Scrub + Shea Butter Balm

 

Mary Kay Satin Lips® Shea Sugar Scrub gently exfoliates to soften and smooth, polishing lips to perfection. It exfoliates with natural sugar crystals and is blended with luscious shea butter to leave lips feeling soft, smooth and conditioned.

How To Use :

Gently massage this confection onto lips for one minute and whisk away dryness.

Lip scrubs are not essential to me and this is probably my second one to date. My first lip scrub was from Sara Happ and wasn't cheap for the performance rendered. A DIY concoction of honey and sugar might be a good affordable alternative at home so I never see the need to purchase one, after my first lip scrub. 

Mary Kay Satin Lips® Shea Sugar Scrub is housed in a 8g tube with green and white colours. It is tiny and is convenient to bring around. The sweet scent is lovely and the granules are gentle and non-abrasive. 

As with most sugar scrubs, it is sticky but does its job. The exfoliation from natural sugar crystals is gentle and never drying or harsh. My lips are left soft and smooth after each lip scrub and prepped for the lip balm application. 

Where To Purchase : Amazon | Shopee

In terms of key ingredients, Mary Kay Shea Sugar Scrub contains the following...

Shea Butter : Used for centuries to protect, enrich and soften skin, shea butter is known to help maintain skin’s natural moisture barrier. A perfect ingredient for your everyday spa experience, shea butter wraps skin in creamy hydration bliss.

Sunflower Oil : known to be rich in antioxidant vitamin E.

Mary Kay Shea Butter Balm is part of the two-step Satin Lips® Set which also includes Shea Sugar Scrub. The Satin Lips® Set sends your pout on a path to paradise for a spa-like treatment anytime, anywhere. Formulated with nourishing shea butter and the fresh flavor of white tea and citrus, these products leave dry, chapped lips behind, delivering moisturizing bliss in two easy steps. Your oasis awaits.

How To Use : 

After exfoliating with Satin Lips® Shea Sugar Scrub, apply Shea Butter Balm to deeply moisturize lips and feel the instant bliss.

I haven't been using much lip care products since I am wearing masks all the time, making stickiness from lip balms pretty annoying, however, prior to the pandemic, lip balms are essential to me and I always had one in my bag. 

Mary Kay Shea Butter Balm comes in a pretty green and white 8g tube with a slanted applicator tip for easy application. It is balmy with a minty sensation and a sweet scent but the sweet scent felt slightly artificial to me. 

The shea butter balms coats and moisturises my lips throughout the night, making my lips smooth and moisturized while looking glossy, healthy and kissable!

It is recommended to use the lip balm after the White Tea & Citrus Satin Lips® Shea Sugar Scrub

Where To Purchase : Amazon | Shopee

In terms of key ingredients, Mary Kay Shea Sugar Scrub contains the following...

Shea Butter: Used for centuries to protect, enrich and soften skin, shea butter is known to help maintain skin’s natural moisture barrier. A perfect ingredient for your everyday spa experience, shea butter wraps skin in creamy hydration bliss.

Jojoba Butter: Known to mimic oils that are naturally produced by our body, helping to moisten and protect the skin.

Conclusion

To conclude, Mary Kay Shea Sugar Scrub and Mary Kay Shea Butter Balm were not lovely finds though not necessary in my routine during the pandemic.  

The gentle lip scrub left my lips soft and smooth while the butter balm left my lips moisturised and healthy-looking. Both work well to give one healthy lips. 

Check out my previous review on Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D™ Eye Cream.

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[ Review ] Coxir Cleansing Oil, The Skin House First Essence, Snail Cream, Xycos Cica Serum

 

Coxir reached out to me for a collaboration some time back. The brand prides itself on using mild, plant-based ingredients resulting in minimal but highly efficacious formulas that leave skin healthy and balanced. 

Having a solution for every skin type, the brand boasts a diverse range of affordable, high-quality skin care lines that target specific needs. All of Coxir’s products are 100% made in Korea, including its bestselling Black Snail Collagen Toner, Ultra Hyaluronic Ampoule and Vita C Bright Serum. 

Under the same manufacturer, Noksibcho, as Coxir, is The Skin House which carefully selects natural ingredients to ensure the high quality of its products. The Korean brand boasts a wide range of affordable skin care items that specifically brighten, moisturize and soothe skin, as well as smooth fine lines. Their bestselling items are the Wrinkle Collagen Ampoule, Real Snail Wrinkle Free and Homme Innofect Control All-In-One Soother.

Noksibcho also manufactures XYCOS, which is a clean and cruelty-free brand, formulated with super ingredients such as stem cell culture media, adenosine, niacinamide and ceramide to improve younger, better-looking skin without any harm.

I received Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil, The Skin House Vita Snail First Essence, Xycos Cica Green Serum and The Skin House Vita Snail Cream. 

Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil contains the power of Hyaluronic Acid, Camellia Oil, Rose Hip Oil, Canola Oil and Aloe Vera to dissolve makeup and impurities while deeply hydrates the skin.

How To Use :

1) Dispense cleansing oil on dry palms

2) Gently spread and massage over dry face until oil changes from clear to white

3) Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry skin

Tip : Can be used as both first and second cleanser

The 150ml cleansing oil comes in a clear pump bottle with clear contents without much scent, which felt gentle and mild. Initially, I was worried that the runny texture may be too lightweight to be an effective make-up remover, as most cleansing oils in the market have a denser and greasy texture but I was surprised by its effectiveness. 

With 2 - 3 pumps, Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil cleanses off my sunscreen and light makeup easily, without any irritation to my eyes although some eyeliner remnants still require a cotton bud to cleanse off. 

The cleansing oil doesn't feel oily, greasy or sticky. It just emulsify with added water and take away all the makeup, leaving my skin clean, clear, soft and smooth without any drying after-feel. 

If you have oily skin and don't fancy oily texture, then you can consider trying Coxir Cleansing Oil. This fresh and moisturizing cleansing oil removes dirt from environment as well as blackheads and sebum inside pores.

There is no animal testing involved, no silicones, no parabens and no mineral oil in the formula. 

Overall, it had been a pleasant experience using Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil as a make-up remover. With almost 1 month of regular usage, I managed to deplete 50% of contents. It is also one of my Top 22 Empties I Loved in 2022!