[ Review ] : A'pieu Icing Sweet Bar Mask ( Watermelon, Pineapple, Hanrabong )

I purchased A'pieu Icing Sweet Bar Sheet Masks when I was in Korea some time back. There were 4 variants : Melon, Watermelon, Pineapple and Hanrabong ( Jeju Tangerine ) but the melon variant was sold out.

Melon : Soothing and helps with skin health
Watermelon : Provides intense hydration
Pineapple : Helps smoothen skin
Hanrabong : Helps brighten skin

Each of the masks of this series is aimed to solve a specific skin problem:

- Melon and kiwi extracts are designed for toning, skin saturation with vitamins, moisturizing and improving the general condition of epidermis.
- Watermelon and pomegranate extracts help to normalize the natural hydro-lipid balance of skin. They give prolonged moisturizing, increase firmness and make the skin incredibly tender, velvety and refreshed.
- Pineapple and mango extracts gently exfoliate skin, giving it softness, elasticity and smoothness.

- Tangerine and yuzu extracts level the color and texture of the epidermis, brighten freckles and pigmented spots.

[ Review ] InstaNatural Eye Serum

Product Description
Our InstaNatural Eye Serum is a highly-concentrated blend of ingredients designed to brighten and refine they eye area. Vitamin C, Peptides and Plant Stem Cells work together to smooth and firm the skin, while Caffeine and Hyaluronic Acid decrease the appearance of lines, puffiness and dark circles.

I purchased InstaNatural Eye Serum together with Pro-Radiant Brightening Serum some time back and even though I have used up the serum pretty quickly, it took me a significantly longer time to use up the eye serum as you need some time to blend it in, due to its orange tone.

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Made in USA, InstaNatural Eye Serum comes in a 30ml dropper bottle that dispenses the orange contents easily. It has a citrus-orange scent and the lightweight runny texture took a while for it to be absorbed into skin, with some light patting. There is a slight cooling sensation with a hint of tackiness but it isn't a large concern.

Performance and Ingredients

I read about how life-changing the product was, for a Yahoo writer but unfortunately, it isn't the case for me. Judging on the promising ingredients - Vitamin C, Peptides Caffeine and Hyaluronic Acid, I do have high hopes for it, but only to be disappointed once again, with another eye product.

I use InstaNatural Eye Serum for a year, once a day usage, at night, with and without eye cream, just to attest to its efficacy but unfortunately, it just didn't work out for me. I didn't see any difference to my undereye area.

In terms of ingredients,
Caffeine : Increases circulation to decrease dark circles and puffiness
Vitamin C : Antioxidant that brightens, tones and tightens the appearance of skin. Also supports healthy collagen production
Hyaluronic Acid : Locks in moisture to plump and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles
Peptide Complex : Supports the production of collagen to plump and smooth the appearance of crow’s feet and undereye wrinkles

Aqua, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, potassium cetyl phosphate, glycerin*, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, niacinamide, sodium hyaluronate*, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, caffeine, ubiquinone, astaxanthin, malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, hesperidin, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract, centella asiatica extract, hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract, undaria pinnatifida cell culture extract, ganoderma lucidum (mushroom) extract, geranium maculatum extract, passiflora edulis flower extract, citrus paradisi (grapefruit) peel oil, tocopherol*, xanthan gum*, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, pentylene glycol*, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol, butylene glycol, lecithin*, polysorbate 20, carbomer, limonene*.
*Naturally derived.

Conclusion

My first product, Pro-Radiant Brightening Serum worked pretty well for me but not  InstaNatural Eye Serum. If you don't have serious hereditary undereye issues, then this product may just work for you.

Where To Purchase : InstaNatural | Iherb | Amazon
InstaNatural Eye Serum ( Iherb )
InstaNatural Eye Serum ( Amazon )

My 6D5N Thailand Trip ( Bangkok / Khao Yai ) + Beauty Shopping + Haul

Bangkok

This was an impromptu trip to Bangkok and Khao Yai, Thailand. We made a decision on Black Friday, booked the accommodation and air tickets during the weekend and off we go, after Christmas. 60% of the hotels were fully booked so I did not manage to get the better ones which suit my budget and location.

Bangkok

This is my 4th time to Bangkok, the last trip was 6 years ago. There are many changes since then. Prices gone up slightly, there are more shopping malls, night markets and there are more beauty brands now.

Bangkok

[ Review ] : Dear Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist

Product Description
The Fundamental Ampule Mist is a Green Tea Water based mist, formulated with rice, cucumbers, okra, and mugwort which is effective for intensive hydration and antioxidant care. With the premium formulation, the ampule mist provides high nutrients to the skin for the skin to shine and look dewy with couple spritz. It also locks in the moisture without any layering for a long-lasting hydration deep within the skin.

For Dewy Skin, 82% Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
- The excellent antioxidant effect of Jeju Green Tea provides moisture and nutrients to the skin for clear, nourished skin.

Spritz and Sprinkle Ampule Mist
- No layering needed, just a few spritz to the skin to fill in the moisture tightly deep in the skin. Just one mist to hydrate and smooth the skin texture.

Lock in the Moisture
- Cucumber, Rice, Okra, Kelp extract, and full of excellent ingredients provide full moisture to the skin following with Trehalose which helps lock in the moisture in the skin.

[ Review ] : A'pieu Cicative Calcium, Magnesium & Zinc Sheet Mask

A'pieu Cicative Calcium Sheet Mask Product Description
Cicative Calcium sheet mask provides rich hydration to skin sensitive to dryness and forms a strong skin protection barrier

A'pieu Cicative Magnesium Sheet Mask Product Description
Cicative Magnesium sheet mask delivers ample nourishment to skin sensitive to roughness and significantly improves skin elasticity

A'pieu Cicative Zinc Sheet Mask Product Description
Cicative Zinc sheet mask delivers abundant moisture and soothes skin sensitive to external stimuli.

Hailing from Korea, A'pieu is one of the most popular Korean cosmetic brand among teenagers and early 20s. It's a sister brand by Missha but more affordable price ranges with great quality. A'pieu's goal is to provide a wide range of trendy and affordable skincare and makeup products for all skin types with safe and pure ingredients.

I purchased all 3 A'pieu Cicative Calcium, Magnesium and Zinc Sheet Masks when I was in Seoul, Korea some time back. The Cicative range consists of 3 types :

Calcium - Moisturizing and Barrier
Magnesium - Nutrition and Elasticity
Zinc - Moisture and Soothing

A'pieu Cicative Calcium Sheet Mask : 

A'pieu Cicative Calcium Sheet Mask is said to moisturize the dry and sensitive skin and forms a skin barrier with calcium ingredient while retaining the brightening and improving wrinkles effects. It is suitable for normal, dry and sensitive skin.

It has a strong fragrance when pulled out from its packaging but dissipates shortly. The thin but sturdy material facilitates the essence of mask absorbed by the skin. The cutting is slightly larger than preferred with excess material near the jaws.

After a 20 minutes masking session, my skin was moderately hydrated and slightly smoother. I would considered the performance of the mask as mediocre.

It uses Calcium for moisturizing and strengthening benefits, Aloe Extract for moisturizing, soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits, Allantoin for soothing and protective benefits and Niacinamide for brightening and anti-spot effect benefits.

You can refer to the full ingredient list on Skincarisma.

Where To Purchase : Yesstyle


A'pieu Cicative Magnesium Sheet Mask : 

A'pieu Cicative Magnesium Sheet Mask is said to nourish the dry and sensitive skin and makes the skin elastic while also brightening and reducing the wrinkles on skin. It is suitable for normal, dry and sensitive skin.

It has a light fragrance that lingers throughout the masking session. Similar to A'pieu Cicative Calcium Sheet Mask, the mask cutting for A'pieu Cicative Magnesium Sheet Mask is also slightly larger with excess flaps around the jaws.

The thin but sturdy material helps to provide nourishment to skin roughness and after a 20 minute masking session, the roughness on both sides of my nose were totally gone.

It uses Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract for skin conditioning on sensitive skin, Niacinamide for brightening effects and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate for brightening and anti-aging effects. You can refer to Skincarisma for the full ingredient list.

Where To Purchase : Stylekorean


A'pieu Cicative Zinc Sheet Mask : 

A'pieu Cicative Zinc Sheet Mask is a zinc-infused sheet mask that hydrates and soothes sensitive skin from external irritants. Multi-purpose mask sheet packed with high concentrate essence and minerals, zinc in particular, promotes excellent moisturising benefit. It is suitable for all skin types.

It has a light fragrance that dissipates shortly while the cutting is slightly larger, giving rise to slight excess material around the jaws. The thin but sturdy material adheres well to skin.

A'pieu Cicative Zinc Sheet Mask left my skin moderately hydrated and slightly smoother after a 20 minutes masking session.

It uses Zinc Oxide for soothing, calms irritation and redness, Aloe Extract for moisturizing, soothing and anti-inflammatory, Allantoin for soothing and protective and Niacinamide for brightening and anti-spot effect. You can refer to Skincarisma for the full ingredient list.

Where To Purchase : Stylekorean | Yesstyle


Conclusion 

Out of the 3 mask sheets, I would recommend A'pieu Cicative Magnesium Sheet Mask because its more effective than the rest.