BEAUTY: Half Year 2016 (June) Empties

Hi All! I’ve posted my second Empties video on my YouTube few days ago. June has passed away like 2 months ago… but, I still post it anyway. I’ve shoot the video on June, but just got time to edit and post it this month because I was still busy with school on July. I hope you understand my circumstance. 

BODY 

Alyssa Ashley White Musk Body Lotion 

Maybe you hardly ever heard this brand called Alyssa Ashley. But, I’ve known it since I was a kid. My aunts used this body lotion for a long time and eventually I was introduced to the brand. I pretty loving this body lotion because it was not greasy and dry pretty quick. The scent was also nice, because they use synthetic musk’s scent. Musk are pretty known for their scent. It contained a lot of product in one bottle. It took me several years to finish it off and the scent was still there. If anyone of you is searching for a regular yet moisturizing body lotion you should have your hands on Alyssa Ashley White Musk Body Lotion. Buy it here.

SKINCARE

It’s Skin 2PM Sunblock

This one is probably the first sunscreen slash sun-block that I’ve purchased. Not because I know that this product is good, but because it is 2PM’s sun-block! Oh yeah, I’m a avid Hottest (2PM fan-base name) and I must have their sun-block and collect their souvenirs from It’s Skin that have 2PM picture on it. HAHA. As I got older, I realized that I must use sunscreen to prevent dark spots showing up on my face. I used this quite often since then. Actually, this sunscreen was finished like years ago, but I just got to get it into my empties video this time. I’ve never want to throw it away, so I will always have it and will put it on my empties video sometime, I thought. Plus, I shoot my first empties when I was in Lombok, so I don’t have this sunscreen with me. 

Well, done with the crap, I really love this sunscreen despite it was 2PM’s sunscreen. It is not greasy and really proven that this formula is effective in preventing sunburn as well as dark spots. It is only SPF 50+ PA+++, but it protect against UVA and UVB. Plus anti-wrinkle and have a whitening effect without leaving white streaks. I’ll definitely back to this sunscreen when I went back to Korea and hopefully they still have the same formula. Buy it here.

Banila Co Hello Sunny Sun Moisturizer

I’ve been mentioned this product several times. So, for more detailed reason why I really liked this product, you can read it here. Unfortunately, this product has been discontinued. TT_TT But, I think if you want the similar product from Banila Co, you may try their Prime Primer Sun. I just know it from the video of Meejmuse. As I scroll down the information on their website, this product is quite similar with the sun moisturizer. 

Etude House Moistfull Collagen Facial Freshener and Cream 

Freshener is the first step of skincare after cleansing. It has the same function of toner. That’s why I often alternate freshener with toner. Both the products from this line are quite good on me. It is moisturizing and gave a Korean glow. The scent was pretty good too. Even though it is moisturizing, it doesn’t feel thick. I think it is quite good for teens whose are going to take care of their skin. It is also quite affordable. Etude House launches another range of products that resemble with this line. They are called Moistfull Collagen Water Jelly. It has “Finding Dory” themed packaging. It is so cute and may be an option for you who are searching for more soothing skincare. Buy it Freshener here, Cream here.

L'Occitane Essence Sublime 

I have a mixed opinion about this product. At first I liked the matte effect of this essence and the scent of it. But then, I realized that this essence is not what I was looking for. I was looking for purifying (get rid of redness) essence like my Lancome. I’ve done some researched about L’occitane best essence, but eventually the one that is the best was not available anymore in Indonesia. So, I bought this product. It was not really a bad product, but it doesn’t match with what my skin needs. I prefer my Lancome Hydrazen Neocalm Gel Essence, which explained next. 

Lancome Hydrazen Neocalm Gel Essence 

My first essence is from Lancome. And I’ve been loving it since then. I love almost everything about it except the price. It does really calming my skin and it can act as a spot treatment also. I’ll definitely going to buy it after I’ve finished my Innisfree one. More review on it, read here.

MAKEUP

Clinique Take the Day Off Makeup Remover 

Clinique have several type of makeup remover from this line, such as eye and lip remover, cleansing balm, towelettes, cleansing oil, and cleansing milk. I needed an eye and lip remover at that time, so I purchased this product. At first, I didn’t like it because it quite stings and too much oil. Also, the bottle is such a bothersome. But after few times, I’m getting used to it. This remover helps removed my hardly-removed eyeliner. Since, I wear contact lens whenever I go outside and wear eyeliner on my waterline, the oily feeling from the remover leaves an uncomfortable sight. But even though it perform quite well, but I prefer my Lancome eye remover nowadays (review on my Lancome products will be posted soon!). Buy it here.

Dr. Jart Ctrl-A Spot Cover 

This is also another product that has a bothersome packaging. Even though I really liked the products in this line, but this particular product was disappointing. This product is actually acted like as a concealer. The liquid will come out after we turn the spinner. But after 2 or 3 times uses, it got broken. So, I didn’t know if it is empty and what so good about it. I just want to throw it away. I don't really recommend it, but if you want you can buy it here.

Jill Stuart Makeup Base

I got this product from a set of Jill Stuart makeup few years ago. My mom bought it from Hong Kong. I bet that she bought it just because of the cute packaging. I didn’t really remember the result from using it. The makeup base has a pinkish formula. The product is not empty yet, but I guess it has gone expired. So, it is the time to throw it away.

Tony Moly Expert Triple BB Cream 

I got their trial package and I sometimes liked it. It has a great coverage, but sometimes I feel itchy. It also feels thick and greasy sometime. But it contain SPF 35 or 45 (I don’t really remember it), which maybe the reason why it is a little bit greasy.(the picture above is the new packaging) Buy the full product here.

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P.S: School are starting soon, so I don't think I'll post a lot of blog post and video. But, I'll make better contents every time. Thank you for the support! and for everyone who are going back to school too, Good Luck and have fun!

BEAUTY: EMPTIES 2015 REVIEW

Well, I’ve collected my skin care and makeup empties for several months through 2015. To end this year’s beauty review post, I’m going to do a recap review by doing Empties Review! I’ll try to make a video about it also, but in the meantime, I’ll post the written review first. 

Clean & Clear Essentials Oil-Control Toner

This toner does an amazing job despite it is a drugstore product. It contains salicylic acid, which is good in clearing acne. I have an acne prone skin, so I used this toner when I have ‘that time of the month’. I didn’t recommend it for who have sensitive skin because it contains alcohol too. Even I didn’t use it everyday because it can cause dryness. 

Banila Co Hello Sunny Sun Moisturizer SPF 35 PA ++

This is my skincare must have in my morning routines. Basically, it’s a moisturizer that contains SPF. It acts as my morning moisturizer. I’ve done the detailed review of this product on my Sunscreen Battle here. 

Dr. Jart Spot Out

This is my ultimate skincare product. It is a gel that treats your acne spots. It was quite expensive, but it does worth the money. If you have an acne prone skin or have acne in few times in a month you should give this product a try. This product contains some magic power and will make your acne poof! because, it contains salicylic acid which is good for acne prone skin. 

Lancome Hydra Zen Neocalm

It’s basically a serum/essence for me. But before I used this as a serum/essence, I used it as a spot treatment. At that time I was ran out of my Dr. Jart Spot Out, and when I was strolling around a department store, I was attracted to drop by Lancome’s counter. I asked the sales-woman if they have it. She gave me this and I bought it without asking too much. (Don’t do it okay?) Even though I really didn’t know how the product work, but it does pretty good job. It clarify and sooth your skin. The redness caused by some pimples goes away. Basically, it treats your discoloration. This work also with acnes, but the process is not as fast as Dr. Jart Spot Out to pop out the acne. This product became my favorite product in my skincare routine.

Pond’s Cleansing Wipes

I’ve finished 5 packets of these wipes since last year. I first found it in a supermarket and I fell in love with it since then. I liked it because it’s easy to find and does a pretty good job. I used it to cleanse simple makeup or when my face feels tacky. The only downside is sometimes it became too soapy if you kept it for too long. You have to storage it well and don’t let it get too much sunshine (keep in a cool place). So, if you are the one who are lazy to do double cleansing, I didn’t recommend it if this product has changed to soap-soaked wipes, because the residue might break you out and leave dirty feeling afterward.

Jill Stuart Lip Essence UV SPF 18

I don’t know whether it’s a skincare product or makeup, but one thing sure is this is an amazing product. Unfortunately, the one I have is not for sale. I got it as a gift from the other Jill Stuart my mom bought. By the way, Jill Stuart is not available in Indonesia. I got mine from Hongkong. This lip essence is a lip-gloss type that contains SPF! YAY! I think I kinda addicted with products that contain SPF. Since I can’t find this product here, I’ve already purchased another lip sun protection product from Loccitane.

Jill Stuart Mascara

I didn’t know the real name of this product because it is written in Japanese. I didn’t know for sure either if this mascara is waterproof or not. But one thing that I know for sure is I love the brush. It lengthens the lashes. It’s the perfect type of brush for short lashes. And I like the packaging - it’s so princess-y. all of the packaging of Jill Stuart is very classy girl, as if you are a Princess.

Body Shop Body Butter

This is the last empty product. I’m not the type of girl who loves body butter - I prefer body lotion. I used it because I got this as a gift. The smell was okay, but I didn’t really like the feeling after applying it on to my skin. I feel tacky. But other than that, I was pretty okay with this product.

Alright, that’s all I have for my first ever empties 2015. I hope you liked it. I’ll see you on my next post! 

What is your favorite empties skincare, makeup, body care, and hair care for 2015? Let me know in the comments below. Maybe I would like to try it!