Showing posts with label Face Mask. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Face Mask. Show all posts
These aren't exactly fresh. I got these products at the end of 2019. Can you believe it?
It's been four months and I'm only blogging about them now. What a slacker!
Well anyways, I have more time to blog these days. And as you can probably see... I'm on a roll. ;) 
I've been posting at least once a week. I'm meaning to do more. Bringing back my 2017 level of blog productivity. Oh yeah!
Working on a skeletal shift has it's benefits. I've also been doing lots of DIY stuff these days.
So, let's move on to the topic at hand: these are the latest products that I got from Sample Room.
I prefer getting skin care or daily essentials from them because I am practical that way.
You know, it seems that no matter what happens, I will never not use skin care products.
So this time, I got me a toner (because I will never skip toning), a sunscreen (because, duh), and a face mask (no, not THAT COVID-related mask).
Check 'em out after the jump! ;)
Belo Essentials AcnePro Treatment Toner
Price: Php 79.75 for 60 mL
What is it? What does it do?
An anti-acne toner that is infused with Purified Bee Venom which is clinically proven to treat mild to moderate acne and reduce inflammation. It unclogs congested pores & dries up pimples, reduces inflammation and red marks and soothes skin from irritation. It is oil-free, fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic.
Belo Essentials AcnePro Treatment Toner ingredients and other details
My Take
When I read the details of this toner, it felt like this is THE ONE made for me. Those ⬆️ are the skin problems that I always encounter, albeit not on a large scale. And I enjoyed using every single bit of this product because it really helped in calming down the zits and the oiliness. What saddens me is that this isn't the usual Belo toner that I see in the local stores because I've only seen the pink and orange ones. I haven't spotted this toner in town. If it were available, I'm pretty sure I would always purchase this one. 
Rating: 4.5/5

Vitapack Whitening UV Sunscreen
Price: Php 449 for 40 mL
What is it? What does it do?
It is a soft cream that protects the skin from harmful UV rays to prevent premature skin ageing while keeping the skin light and moisturized. It is infused with antioxidants in Sunflower Oil and Vitamin E to nourish, speed up rejuvenation and even out skin tone, and Sodium Hyaluronate to plump up skin for a lightweight, non-sticky and water-resistant finish.
Vitapack Whitening UV Sunscreen ingredients and other details
My Take
I've always associated suncreens with stickiness so I was overjoyed when I road tested the Vitapack Whitening UV Sunscreen. It comes in a creamy formula but when applied to the skin, it leaves a matte finish. It also spreads easily on the skin so it's hassle-free. It makes the skin look smooth and at times, I would apply it and skip the bb cream or liquid foundation and just top it with powder. Even when I sweat out, my skin doesn't look oily or sticky. The label says that it is water-resistant, however I was not able to try it out because swimming got canceldt because of COVID19, so I won't be able to make a sound comment on that aspect.

The BIG problem that I had is that I believe it has been causing my pimples on my temple area. I used this a lot earlier this year and I kept having pimples on the same area. And then I stopped using it for a while, but not because I suspected that it was causing me pimples but just because I had other products to try out. And then a week ago, I used this because I was in a hurry to go out and it was the only sun protecting product I could grab. And voila, within that day, I had a painful red bump and I am still currently dealing with it. So. And there isn't a chance that I'll be using this sunscreen again because it is about to reach the end of its life, according to the label.
Rating: 3/5 (Truly, I wanted to love it, but.)

Papa Recipe Bombee Honey Mask
Price: Php 149.00
What is it? What does it do?
Indulgence in a sheet mask! A treatment sheet mask made with nature's best ingredients including honey, propolis, and royal bee jelly.
Papa Recipe Bombee Honey Mask ingredients and other details 
My Take
The first few days of May has been rough on me. These aren't exactly huge problems but it's been stressful that I couldn't take it any longer: I had to pamper myself a bit. So I grabbed this mask. As I pried it from the protective film that was covering it and tried to put it on my face, the first thing I noticed about it was that the material was too thin. I wasn't too gentle but I didn't exert too much force and I seem to have stretched the mask so easily that the hole for my left eye was bigger than the one for the right. When I tried to adjust it, it kept stretching that the mask became too big for my face. The only solution for me was to try to make it fit by crumpling some parts of the mask. WHAT A MESS! But after wearing it for 30 minutes, I felt nothing but appreciation for how soft and bouncy my face was. It still felt that way even the next day. I could have given it a better rating if it wasn't so difficult for me to use. Rating 3.5/5 (I loved it, but...)

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And now it's time to calculate how much these products cost versus how much I spent to get them. 
Belo Essentials Acne Pro Treatment Toner   -  Php   79.75
Vitapack Whitening UV Sunscree                   - Php 449.00
Papa Recipe Bombee Honey Mask                  - Php 149.00
Total                                                                  - Php 677.95

I got all of these items for only Php 150.00 because of the shipping fee.
Isn't it that a delight?
Thank you again Sample Room! Until next transaction!

XO, 
caRissa ♥️ 
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Early this year I was fortunate enough to be chosen by QUICK FX to receive a PR Package containing their new releases. Aside from the fact that getting PR Packages gets me pumped up, man, it's from QUICK FX! I have reviewed their products years ago and that blog post is the most viewed post here in It's Not Poison. The QUICK FX No Shine Mattifier is a personal favorite so I really had high expectations about their new products. 
Get to know 'em one by one after the jump!
QUICKFX Dewy+ Hydrating Sleep Mask
Price: Php 99.00 for 10g (www.watsons.com.ph)

What is it? What Does It Do?
Delivers ultra hydration to dull skin, replenishing lost moisture to achieve that dewy glow
Contains Snail Extract, Aloe Vera, Licorice Root Extract, Peptide Complex and Adenosine
Quick FX Dewy + Hydrating Sleep Mask Details and List of Ingredients
My Take
One of my readers left a comment on my previous QUICK FX review and she inquired if I would recommend the Quick FX No Shine Mattifier as a sleeping mask. I discouraged her and my reason was that that it  was formulated to serve as a makeup primer and I suggested that for a sleep mask, she should opt for something with more nourishing ingredients. It seems that QUICK FX has filled that void when hey came out with this sleep mask. I already mentioned the benefits and the ingredients above and they are all beneficial for the skin. The product is gel-type and I love how non- greasy it is which makes it comfortable to wear in your sleep. More than the dewy glow and hydration that it brings, I did observe that my skin felt less saggy after using it. It only contains 10g and the thing about sleep masks, at least for me, is that I love to lather it on richly so this size won't really last long. Well, I'm sure QUICKFX is already working on making a bigger size on a tube, just like they did with their No Shine Mattiffier.

QUICKFX Black Clay Mask
Price: Php 99.00 for 10g (www.watsons.com.ph) 

What is it? What Does It Do?
Benefits: Absorbs sebum and skin impurities and refines the appearances of enlarged pores for clear, smooth skin
Contains: Vitamin B6, Salicylic Acid, Menthol and Porous Substances
Quick FX Black Clay Mask Details and List of Ingredients
My Take
Aside from the sleep mask QUICK FX has also released this clay mask for target oily/pimple prone skin, such as mine and that's why it's right up my alley. I am a fan of clay masks because they really help in absorbing excess sebum and unclogging the pores, and this one from QUICKFX is no exemption. Moreover, I also love the cool sensation (because of the Menthol) it brings when I am wearing this, which makes me relaxed and pampered. Take note though that people are sensitive to Menthol so heads up to that if you are sensitive to this ingredient. It also contains Salicylic Acid which based on my experience really does wonder in getting rid of pimples.

QUICKFX Face Masks
Price: Php 89.00 each (www.watsons.com.ph)

They come in assortments namely: Tightening, Sculpting and Hydrating. The face mask lover in me just did triple back flip.

QUICKFX Dewy+ Hydrating Face Mask
Delivers ultra hydration to dull skin, leaving it replenished from moisture loss and dryness to achieve that dewy glow
Quick FX Dewy + Hydrating Face Mask Details and List of Ingredients
QUICKFX Liquid Ice Cooling Face Mask
Provides intense hydration and deep cooling effect which can calm and rejuvenate tired skin from constant environmental stress
Quick FX Liquid Ice Cooling Face Mask Details and List of Ingredients
QUICKFX Sculpt Tightening Face Mask
Enhances skin elasticity with its collagen-producing peptides. It helps the skin appear healthier and younger-looking with continuous use
Quick FX Sculpt Tightening Face Mask Details and List of Ingredients
The Cooling Face Mask is obviously my favorite! Face masks per se bring a cooling effect but this one really brings in the extra! My skin felt re-invigorated and re-energized after using it. Actually, all three of them are good and I won't hesitate to pick them up when I chance upon them at Watsons. They target different skin concerns but all revolve on the common goal, which it to keep the skin hydrated to make it healthy.

Overall, I am happy with these brand new products from QUICK FX. They didn't break me out and they worked really well on my skin.
As always, they combined affordability and quality, and I love their packaging too!!!
Have you tried anything from QUICK FX lately?
Share your experience in the comment box below.


XO,
Carissa
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I think I've said it before, and I'll say it again. When it comes to product sampling authority in this country, Sample Room is an institution. The membership these days is thousands strong and I'm glad that I was able to join in the early days because now I've got 200+ plus points that I can utilize in ordering sample products. And it's not just the ordering process that's enjoyable for me but also the feeling of finding products that work for me after trying it out for free. "Try before you buy" is Sample Room's mantra after all. 


Last year, I've gotten busier due to work and mommy-hood commitments that I've only been able to order once. Sometimes it takes me a while for me to post a review at the Sample Room site so I can't replenish my points. But no matter how far I "stray", I will always come back anyway. 

I decided to order products from one brand: Derma-C. I go them last January, so its been a while and I've really had enough time to try them out. Read my impressions/quick reviews after the jump.
Derma C by Poten-Cee Brightening Serum Face Mask 

What is it?
A face mask that contains Natural Vitamin C, Camu Camu fruit extract and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) that will help reveal your skin’s natural glow. It is also infused with 7 natural oils for an increased moisturizing effect and is also packed with Hydrolyzed collagen and Vitamin E to nourish and hydrate your face, leaving it irresistibly smooth and soft. Lots of good stuff in here, huh! It is formulated by Korean skincare experts, Derma-C Serum Face Mask is hypoallergenic and has been dermatologically tested for all types of skin.

Price: Php 75.00 for a pouch that contains 1 sheet mask
Ingredients and other details of the Derma C Brightening Serum Face Mask
My Take
So, its hard to really make a full review about a product if you've only used it once. So let's just say that this is rather an impression about the product. I'm a big fan of Korean face masks and I have always observed that most of the time there's a good amount of extra essence inside the pouch which I love to apply liberally on my face and neck. There isn't that much extra essence on this pack but there's no love lost really because I liked this mask. 

The sheet is thick, mind you I have experienced using mask sheets that easily break. I loved the sweet-tangy scent of the essence. It always feels refreshing that way. Vitamin C naturally brightens so its no surprise that it will have a nice effect on dull skin. Add all those oils, Vitamin E and collagen and your skin is really in for a nice treat. I felt so refreshed and pampered after using this. Will I repurchase this? Of course I will!

Derma C by Poten-Cee Brightening Soap Bar

What is it?
Derma-C Brightening Soap Bar also contains Natural Vitamin C, Camu Camu Extract, and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) that naturally whitens and brightens your skin. It is infused with 7 natural oils for an increased moisturizing effect: Sunflower Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sulfated Castor Oil, Avocado Oil, Olive Oil, Sweet Almond Oil and Grape Seed Oil. It has Collagen and Vitamin E that nourishes and moisturizes your skin, leaving it smooth and soft. Formulated by Korean skincare experts, Derma-C Brightening Soap is hypoallergenic and has been dermatologically tested for all types of skin.

Price: Php 112.00 for a 90g bar

Derma-C Brightening Soap Bar Ingredients
My Take
Just like the face mask, this soap also contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Collagen and natural oils. However, I found this soap too drying on my face that I decided to just use it on my body. It didn't cause breakouts on my face naman but I just prefer to use something gentler on my face. I also didn't experience whitening effect so if I will be asked if I would purchase this I would probably say no since I have another favorite body soap. It's also quiet expensive for me at Php 112.00.


Ascorbic Acid Poten-Cee Forte

What is it?
Poten-Cee Forte is a 1000 MG Ascorbic Acid tablet in an 8-Hour-Time-Release formula for a whole-day Vitamin C protection. Poten-C Vitamin C gives the benefit of Immunity + Healthy Skin because it not only helps boost immunity, it is also essential in collagen production for a healthy skin and hair.

Price
Per tablet- Php 9.75/ 30s tablet - Php 292.50 / 100s tablet - 975.00

My Take
I got this product in January and I don't know if you can still recall just how cold the first two months of 2019 was but it's still very fresh in my memory. Needless to say, my immune system took a hit and I had colds. Thankfully, I remembered that I had several Ascorbic Acid tablets from Poten-Cee. I drank just one tablet per day and with that my body was able to fight back and the colds didn't turn into something worse like flu.

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Let's do some Math and find out the total price of these items that I was able to get for free.
Ascorbic Acid Poten-Cee Forte - Php 292.50
Derma-C Brightening Soap Bar - Php 112.00
Derma-C Serum Face Mask -  Php 75.00

Total - Php 479.50

I only spent Php 150.00 to pay for the shipping. Nice!

Looking forward to my next order from Sample Room.

XO,

Carissa
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Clay masks are all the rage these days and of course I wouldn't want to be left behind in trying out this trend. However, it's not jut the trendiness that attracts me but also the benefits that come with using facial masks.
This one from Beauty Bakery for instance contains charcoal, crushed apricot seeds and olive seeds. It promises to pull away deep seated dirt and sebum from the skin. It also promises to tighten pores. I have  oily, pimple-prone skin with large pores and this product certainly fits the bill.
So, did it work for me?
Review is after the jump.

Beauty Bakery Charcoal & Clay Scrub Mask
Price: 199.00
Where to Buy: www.beautymnl.com

What is it?
Functions as an exfoliating scrub and purifying mask; thoroughly cleanses by drawing out toxins, excess sebum, and deep-seated dirt; removes pore-clogging bacteria to tighten and refine skin; formulated with charcoal, crushed apricot seeds, and olive seeds; smoothens and mattifies skin for a fresh, glowing look. -www.beautymnl.com


Packaging, Ingredients & Other Details
It comes in a small black tub which contains 100 grams of product. Packaging is pretty simple and all the labels are written at the top of the cap. The 'how to use' is written but the ingredients of the product is not indicated in the labels.


There's a tag at the bottom of the tub which contains the expiry month and year. The product came shrink-wrapped so that's a guarantee that the product is fresh and unused.

In Action
The clay mask takes on the charcoal-grey color. When the product is spread, you can see that it has these tiny grainy stuff which help in exfoliating the skin.
Here's a photo of me while wearing the mask and after washing it off.

My Take
I'll have to be very honest: the first thing that caught my attention about this product was the fact that it has a Php 199.00 price tag. After that, I started reading the reviews at BeautyMNL and was thoroughly convinced that it's worth trying out.

I'll cut the chase here: I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PRODUCT! 

It smells great - like fruits but I can't tell if what kind of fruit - and doesn't feel uncomfortable when worn. If anything, it has a slight cooling effect on the face. As the instruction says, I rub it in circular motion but instead of washing it off immediately, I love to leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes.

After washing it off, I can immediately tell the difference. My facial skin feels soft and baby smooth to touch. My pores become visibly tighter. I could just be imagining that but I got compliments too from my officemate who noticed that my pores were looking tame and I'm not too oily. :) I've only used it three times as I write this blog and I promise to be more masipag in applying this mask.

A little goes a long way too with this product so I guess this 100g tub while last for a while.

If I may make a suggestion for room for improvement, I'd like a more specific label, like for the ingredients to be indicated in the packaging because I really love being informed of what I'm putting in my skin. Of course I was able to catch the ingredients at BeautyMNL but some of us may not be able to have the same access to that site. That's it. Just a little small, tiny, little baby hiccup (or something like that, as said by Liam Neeson in Love Actually).

For the price, this products can't be beat. Beauty Bakery is also a proudly Filipino company, so I just feel happy that we keep churning out great quality products in the local scene.

Rating of The Beauty Bakery Charcoal and Clay Scrub Mask


Packaging - 3/5
Quality - 4/5
Performance - 4/5
Price - 5/5
User- friendliness - 4/5
Over-all - 4/5

Have you tried this product from Beauty Bakery?
Have you tried other products from Beauty Bakery?
Drop me a comment about it. 

XO,
Carissa
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