So, how’s everyone dew-ing??? I’ve been taking more walks outside lately and it’s so nice even tho I’m melting lol. That’s why it’s also been important to reapply my sunscreen and bring it everywhere!

I’ll call myself out here: I commit a skincare sin here and there. That has to be not reapplying SPF consistently. They always say to layer on SPF throughout the day, but I am just so darn lazy. I also wear makeup, so how can I use SPF without worrying about my makeup smudging? That’s where Benton Cosmetics comes in to save the day and my skin.

I was given the Air Fit UV Defense Sun Cream by Benton Cosmetics and Picky (@go.picky @pickyrewards) in exchange for my honest review. This product was used for two to three weeks in my daytime skincare regimen to come up with my opinions. Also, I was not obligated to create a blog post for this product. It is being documented on my website for people who do their research on skincare products before purchasing. So, enjoy!

Stay Cool While Staying Hot Under the Sun

Benton’s Air Fit UV Defense Sun Cream is available at $19.68 USD for 50 mL on Stylevana. This is a vegan sun screen with SPF 50+/PA++++ and formulated with centella asiatica and botanical extracts to moisturize and cool your skin. Since this sunscreen is PA++++, this means it has UV filters that can keep your skin protected for longer periods of time.

Unlike other sunscreens, Benton’s sun cream seems to be friendly for all skin tones due to its green color. The green is supposed to help with reducing areas where your skin can be red from inflammation. It can also help brighten your skin tone and signs of blemishes. This means no white cast will be in sight.

Another claim for Benton’s Air Fit UV Defense Sun Cream is that it can replace your moisturizer. It is not supposed to leave your skin feeling oily or sticky unlike other sunscreens. Basically, this sunscreen seems like a lazy or low-maintenance-friendly product for your healthiest skin. I like the sound of that!

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Here are some listed ingredients in this sunscreen that make it a great choice for you:

• Propanediol: Propanediol is a humectant that draws in moisture from the outside and helps slow down water retention. It also has emollient properties that can help smoothen out skin texture and make it feel nice and soft.
• Niacinamide: Niacinamide is a popular ingredient in skincare products because it can help even out texture and even out your skin tone by fighting discoloration (blemishes, dark spots, and so on).
• Centella Asiatica Extract: Centella asiatica is a must-have for dry skin and acne-prone skin types because of its soothing and antibacterial properties. The ingredient also can help fight discoloration by healing and minimizing the appearance of blemishes.
• Melia Azadirachta (Chinaberry or Miracle Berry): Benton uses the leaf extract and the flower extract for this sun cream. This fruit has antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-septic properties to it and has been used in India for medicinal purposes.
• Panthenol: Panthenol is a humectant that draws in and holds moisture so that your skin doesn’t look dull and dehydrated, which can cause breakouts and pimples.
• Tocopherol: Tocopherol contains vitamin B5 which is great for your skin’s nourishment and maintaining that plump, glistening sheen to your skin.
• Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil: Rosemary is perfect for acne-prone skin because it fights inflammation and infection-causing bacteria that can wreak havoc on your skin.

Sun Cream is a Summer Dream

Easy-to-Use Packaging

Love the packaging since it keeps the product sealed and protected from hot weather. The product is easy to open and close with the secure twist lid. Holding the tube, I was surprised that it actually felt cool on the outside! I can imagine myself reapplying my SPF with this because the ice cold sensation can provide much-needed relief in sweaty situations.

Minty Fresh

The sun cream itself is a mint green, watery cream that is lightweight. The smell is a strong rosemary scent that reminds me more of centella, mint and cilantro because of the strong notes, which I personally like! It reminds me a lot of going to a spa because it makes me feel relaxed.

Because of the use of rosemary oil and centella asiatica in this product, I don’t think it would be a great option for applying on top of open skin (like skin that is irritated from shaving) or skin that is very much sunburnt.

No White Cast

The sun cream blends like a dream from green to clear! It took me at most twenty seconds to blend the sun cream into my face, neck, and decolletage area. I was so impressed at how easily it absorbed into my skin. I have a light medium skin tone, so there are times when I have trouble hiding the white cast from sunscreen. Fortunately, there was no white cast at all.

Super Soothing

The cream reduced my redness because it gives an instant cooling effect upon application. This cooling sensation is usually occurring for centella asiatica-heavy products, making this oh-so perfect fo the summertime. I think this cool sensation fades away maybe after 5-10 minutes when the product dries down.

Because of the use of rosemary oil and centella asiatica in this product, I don’t think it would be a great option for applying on top of open skin (like skin that is irritated from shaving) or skin that is very much sunburnt.

Perfect Skin is Possible

The product left my skin looking super dewy, but this dewiness does turn into a slightly tacky finish when dried. This can make it a good makeup primer, or you can just leave it alone as a moisturizer that seals your skin from environmental stressors. My skin never broke out from using this formula and I even received some compliments on how nice my skin was.

Only Caveat for Some People

Not a con for me, but the rosemary scent slightly slightly remains after drying. This is just a note for those who don’t enjoy eucalyptus/cilantro/minty scents or have a sensitive nose.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! Benton created a really nice sun cream since it literally takes seconds to blend with no white cast. My skin gets red easily, and this was a godsend of a product to try since I get red easily in the summer. The formula is sensitive and dry skin-friendly, but maybe not for people who dislike scented skincare. All skin types will probably have a pleasant experience with this sunscreen.

Would you try this? Let me know down below ⬇️

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We all know that 2023 has been predicted to be a Barbie girl summer with the launch of the campy, pink-filled, and cute Barbie movie coming out later this month. However, what if I told you that it might be a “Sanrio summer” instead?

That’s right! I seriously think that the Sanrio stans are out to play, and it’s all because of the newest launch from K-beauty brand Rom&nd (pronounced as “rom and you,” but I also like to call them “rom and” for the logo’s sake). They recently released the cutest collection by far on July 1, 2023, and features their popular characters, My Melody and Kuromi.

My Melody and Kuromi: Why Are They The Focus?

Both My Melody and Kuromi are both iconic bunny characters that have been heavily integrated in Sanrio’s branding. My Melody has been a long-time favorite for young girls since its creation in 1975, a year after the creation of Hello Kitty. It’s crazy to think that this character has existed for so long. I even found out that my mom loved this character so much when she was a teenager around that time, so the love for Sanrio definitely runs in the family, so to say.

On the other hand, Kuromi is somewhat of a newer addition to the Sanrio character lineup. Kuromi was created in 2005, which is 30 years after the creation of My Melody. The reason for her creation was to act as a rival in the anime series Onegai My Melody. I always thought that Kuromi and My Melody were twins or best friends with opposing aesthetics/personalities since they were both cute white bunnies. Did you know about this?

Don’t be fooled by the fact that My Melody and Kuromi are not the founding characters of the Sanrio brand. Turns out they are more popular than you’d think! According to a 2022 annual popularity ranking by Sanrio, both of the bunnies were more popular than Hello Kitty. Almost 26,500,000 people (that’s more than the Australian population, by the way) took part in this poll where it was shown that My Melody was in 5th place and Kuromi was in 3rd place, just behind of Pom Pom Purin and Cinnamoroll. I guess people love using Kuromi as a way to show their edgy side since she makes it look so kawaii.

With the popularity of the rival bunnies in a single collab by a top Korean beauty brand, it’s clear to see that this cute collab makes lots of sense to add to your makeup collection or your Sanrio obsession. If this collection is tugging at your heartstrings and your wallet, I seriously don’t blame you because I’m with you, too.

The Product Lineup

Upon first glance at this collab, you would be impressed to see that there is something for everyone. The product range is surprisingly great since they have not just everyday makeup, but also lip products and nail polishes.

You can tell that Rom&nd knew that we couldn’t get enough of Sanrio because they provided two versions of their products: one for the My Melody fans, and one for the Kuromi fans. Well, you don’t have to choose sides because both characters are so cute.

Both sets include:

• a liquid foundation cushion with a color-coordinated applicator
• an eyeshadow palette
• two Juicy Lasting Tints (aka lip glosses that leave a slight stain) that have been described to be an affordable dupe to Rare Beauty’s plumping lip gloss stains
• a water gloss tint (aka transparent glosses)
• two nail polish shades
• a cap decor for the Juicy Lasting Tints

In total, there are 14 products that you can purchase from this collection. Compared to other collections I’ve seen, this is pretty generous! Check out Rom&nd’s Instagram post below to see the lineup for My Melody and Kuromi-themed products:

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I think what makes this collab stand out is that there are two different color palettes: a bright, neutral pastel pink palette for My Melody and a mauve-y, dark-hued palette for Kuromi. There’s two different ranges of colors that you can choose from if you’re thinking of dabbling in a palette outside of your comfort zone. I personally love this since I’ve been wanting to experiment more with mauves and berry hues in my makeup collection.

Even the nail polish releases are so tempting to try out. There are two shimmers that are either a clear base with pink glitter or a black base with purple glitter. The plain shades are pastel and seem to have a light consistency that reminds me of Korean GelX polishes. You can call them GelX finishes or the glazed donut finish.

The only slight similarity between the two designs would have to be the foundation cushions and maybe the darker shades for the eyeshadow palettes. However, this collection from the packaging to the colors has a lot of thought into it.

It also appears that this collab will come with its own gift set. From one of Rom&nd’s Instagram posts, you can see that you can purchase a cushion along with a set of transparent glosses. The best part? It all comes together in a box that looks like a gameboy! The collab is Y2k themed, so it’s supposed to give the same vibe as the cute little stationaries you would use when you were younger.

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Of Course, You Can Get Freebies

To make the Y2K theme hit even harder, Rom&nd will also be providing stickers and cap sets for the Juicy Lasting Tints for decoration. These decals will be given to people who purchase a certain subtotal minimum, so they are not sold separately.

Where Can I Find This?

Unfortunately, this collection seems to only be available in OliveYoung stores in South Korea. Yes, I am also crying inside as I type about this lol.

The good thing about the world wide web is that you can probably find some Kbeauty resellers if you really have to get your hands on this. In the meantime, you can probably wait for this to be distributed later on through the OliveYoung website. It will just take a while to see if that happens.

So, will you be keeping an eye out for these? Are they not something you want to try? Let us know down below.

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If you don’t reapply your sunscreen, you have no excuses now! I’m calling myself out on this one, too. No one is safe from this SPF public service announcement.

I recently won a giveaway for Benton’s Mineral Sun Stick with SPF 50+ and PA++++ that requires an honest review and product demo. This skincare brand has been on my wishlist for a while because of its vegan and cruelty-free skincare solutions. As someone with sensitive skin, the gentle formulations always caught my eye.

I do want to note that this blog post was not part of the obligation. This blog post is being written because I wanted to keep track of my personal experience and help others find skincare products that can help with their skincare conditions. I tested this product for 2-3 weeks before coming up with my honest opinions down below.

Why Do You Need This Sun Stick?

The mineral sun stick currently retails at $22 USD on Stylevana. Benton created their mineral sun stick with the intent of being gentle on skin and being protective of your skin for prolonged periods of time. This sun stick is PA++++, which is the highest level of UV protection in Korea. I personally like that this sun screen formula is supposed be safe from eye irritation and white cast so that it can be useful no matter the time or occasion.  Benton reported that this sun stick has a skin irritation of 0.04 and is safe for damaged skin barriers.

Benton’s Mineral Sun Stick contains the following ingredients that make it perfect for protecting and moisturizing your skin:

• Titanium Dioxide: Titanium dioxide is a common ingredient in skincare that provides SPF and enhances the anti-aging effects of other ingredients.
• 3-Hyaluronic Acids: Hyaluronic acid provides moisture to your skin and can draw in moisture so that your skin cells are healthy enough to support skin cell generation that is needed for pimple recovery.
• Tocopherol: Tocopherol is vitamin E, which is used for providing your skin with moisture and for reducing skin damage or inflammation as a result of UV ray exposure.
• Centella Asiatica: This ingredient is used for sensitive and acne-prone skin types to reduce redness and cleanse your skin for a speedy blemish healing process.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Perfect Product in a Little Package

Travel-Friendly Size

The packaging is very sturdy and perfectly sized for placing in your bag for on-the-go application and for reapplying. If you are lazy with sunscreen, this is perfect since it can work for 12+ hours. I love popping this bad boy in my purse or small tote bag so that I can reapply throughout the day. You can fit this sun stick inside the front pocket of your backpack. This means you can also put it in your gym bag, too.

Curved Shape

The product itself has a slight curve, making it perfect for applying on the face without missing any crevices. I noticed that this little bevel in the face stick can fit the high points of my face like my cheekbones and nose tip. You can also use the round edge of the stick to get into your nose area.

Skin-Like Finish

The formula is more on the stiff side, so you can rub it on your hand first to soften the product and prevent any tugging. My skin has a slightly velvety, buttery finish to it that can make me forget I applied sunscreen sometimes. It’s honestly really nice.

Barely Noticeable

The mineral sunscreen leaves a very slight white cast. Because of the hyaluronic acid, silica, and centella asiatica, my skin becomes less red and feels buttery smooth! I noticed that the formulation of this sunscreen is great for minimizing pores and mattifying oily areas. You can see in my Instagram reel below this mattifying effect if you want to see the results for yourself.

Fights Blemishes

I would say using this along with my usual skincare routine has been helpful with my blemishes. The sun stick’s formulation can make your skin look a little bit lighter, but it isn’t a white cast. It does minimize the appearance of my hyperpigmentation from previous breakouts.

The formula doesn’t go on heavily on my skin. I don’t recall seeing any prominent breakouts while using this formula. After every swipe, I just remember my skin looking moisturized and soothed. This is important to me because my skin can turn red very easily.

A Few Notes of Improvement

A Little Small, but That’s Okay

I would say that the product size is a little small for the price point. The sun stick is probably close to, if not slightly greater than, the height of a lipstick bullet. However, knowing that this sunscreen is effective for more than 12 hours makes this a justifiable purchase.

More of a Tone Up Sunscreen

Again there is a slight white cast with this formula since that is typical of mineral sunscreens. However, it is very minimal for my medium skin tone. I’m not too sure if this is more noticeable with darker skin tones, but I think the white cast will not be an issue with a little bit of rubbing in post-application.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! Again I think the 12+ hour protection and the ease of application justify the price point ($25 for 15 grams). I do have to test this with makeup, but I love this as someone who usually wears minimal makeup usually. Some days this sun stick is my “foundation” because it blurs my pores and has a mattifying effect while keeping my skin moisturized. I can’t wait to use this up and possibly repurchase it.

Would you use this? Let me know down below.

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If you’ve been in a creative block with your makeup, maybe it’s time to try something new, right? I’ve been in the same boat with my makeup since most of my items are from pre-pandemic (don’t judge me). Life’s too short to not have fun with what you buy.

The other day I was scrolling through my social media and I stumbled upon the most unique and adorable makeup collaboration that I had seen in a while. Everybody, you have to see the cuteness that is Clio Cosmetics’s Koshort in Seoul makeup collaboration!

What is a “Koshort?”

If you’re unfamiliar with the term “Koshort,” it’s a cute abbreviation to the Korean shorthair breed. This cute little cat is known for its long fur, adorable big eyes, and its curious personality. These traits are what make the breed so popular among Koreans. Although their origin is not clear-cut, Korean shorthair cats have been around since the 8th century.

The Korean shorthair cats come in multiple colors, usually gray or orange, and are known for their distinct stripes. If you are allergic to these beautiful babies, then maybe you can settle with this cute makeup collection instead.

Koshort in Seoul Eyeshadows

What stopped me in my tracks to talk about this collection was their eyeshadow palettes. Sure, the shades are so nice and perfect for warm-toned, everyday looks. The main focal point that set them apart from other makeup palettes had to be the oh-so-adorable stickers.

Clio Cosmetics is marketing this as a unique customization experience for buyers since you can decorate your palette however you’d like! They did such an amazing job with the small details. For example, some of the eyeshadow shades have little paw print embossings on them. So it can look like you’re touching a cute cat paw if you apply the eyeshadow with your fingers.

The first palette that Clio Cosmetics released for this collection is called “Napping Cheese.” The inspiration for this palette comes from the fact that Koshorts can have a cheese scent. So, they’re basically like having a napping cheese buddy as a pet. Would you like to have a pet like that?

The stickers are probably what seal the deal because it has a cute kitty napping with cheese (because the palette is called “Napping Cheese”). I’m such a sucker for cute packaging and punny names, so take a look at the palette for yourself down below.

Clio Cosmetics also added another tier of exclusivity to persuade other makeup collectors and suckers for cute things like myself. You can get their more sturdy, epoxy stickers of napping Korean shorthairs if you purchase in South Korea. Let’s just say I’m jealous. I can literally see myself using the stickers for my phone case.

If you want to purchase this palette, you can buy it for $34.00 USD on Stylevana. You can save 10% off your purchase on the website if you use my discount code INF10OHMY at checkout!

Clio Cosmetics didn’t want to leave the gray Koshorts or cool-tone lovers out of this amazing collection. They have another version for people who prefer cool-toned pinks or mauves, which I think is also a good everyday palette to have on hand.

This second palette is called “Lazy Soft Paw” and is inspired by another cute aspect of the Koshort cat: their paws. Clio Cosmetics described their paws as fun to touch, like a gummy bear. This is why you see the gummy bear eyeshadow in their palette.

I don’t know which palette I find cuter because this palette has gummy bear stickers. I dare you to try and choose just one palette to buy. Take a peek at the shade names because they’re so cute to read.

Of course, I had to show you what their Korean-exclusive version of this palette looked like. It’s so dreamy to look at. I’m sure you would want to get your hands on it, as well.

If you want to purchase this palette, you can buy it for $34.00 USD on Stylevana. You can save 10% off your purchase on the website if you use my discount code INF10OHMY at checkout. Both palette styles are available to purchase, so get it while you can.

Koshort Will Save My Skin, Too

The last part of the collection might be my favorite because it’s a customizable foundation cushion. The Koshort Kill Cover Founwear Cushion is SPF 50 and PA++++ so it can provide protection from UVA and UVB rays for longer periods of time compared to the usual sunscreens. As someone who doesn’t wear foundation much because of the lack of SPF, my eyes are set on purchasing this cushion to try out.

Like all other aspects of this collection, the Koshort inspo is seen with this product. You have cute food stickers but also an adorable set of cat pawprints on the cushion itself. There is also a cat paw-shaped foundation puff inside! Talk about ultimate attention to detail.

The foundation is available in three shades only, with the darkest being Ginger. If you have a fair to light-medium skin tone, this foundation can work out for you. Korean makeup usually has more lighter skin tones, so the shade range isn’t as wide as Western makeup brands.

The foundation shades are all also available for $36.00 USD on Stylevana. You can save 10% off your purchase on the website if you use my discount code INF10OHMY at checkout.

Cat Lovers and Makeup Lovers Unite

Whether or not you love cats, we can definitely agree that this collection has something for everyone! If I had to choose something to purchase, I probably would try out the foundation cushion because of the SPF. Catch me wearing it out this summer!

People will love the eyeshadow palettes if in need of something that can be used for everyday use or for more minimalistic makeup. There’s a perfect mix of dark shades, lighter pastel shades, and shimmers to make you look more awake and glamorous for those special occasion looks. You can even use the darker shades as eyeliner so there’s a lot of possibilities with this collection.

Would you give Koshort a shot to bring your makeup back to life? Let me know down below.

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Have you ever heard of a vegan meta brand? What about “fairy core?”Both of these terms were completely new to me and I didn’t know what to expect. Both of these terms have to do with kbeauty, specifically a rising Korean makeup brand called Naetis.

Recently @naetis.official reached out to me to try out their new blur lip tints. I used these lip tints over the course of two to three weeks before coming up with my opinions. This was my first makeup collab, so obviously I was super excited to give them an honest review.

This also was a collaboration I couldn’t pass up since I always love supporting small businesses. Therefore, I am writing this blog post to provide feedback for the brand and for other people who want to check customer reviews before trying new brands. So, enjoy!

So, what is “vegan meta?”

What is a vegan meta brand? According to my research, these are brands that are focused on making vegan-formulated products and pay close attention to their ingredient sources to stay true to that mission.

Living in a Fairy Blur Makeup Dreams

Naetis Fairy Core Blur Lip Tints currently sell at $8.99 USD each on Amazon USA. You can check their storefront for yourself by clicking right here or by searching “Naetis” on Amazon. These lip tints are advertised to be MLBB (otherwise known as “my lips but better”). They enhance your natural beauty by creating makeup that can be used anytime, anywhere because these lip tints are supposed to stain your lips for an all-day tint. You wouldn’t have to worry about reapplying your lipstick because Naetis wants to help you keep your peak makeup game and always feel like you’re living in a fantasy.

On top of that, these lip tints have an airy texture that leaves a buttery velvet finish and keeps your lips soft and moisturized. Oh yeah, and these lippie formulas are vegan, of course!

Here are some notable ingredients in the formulation that make these lip tints a great addition to your lipstick collection:

• Titanium Dioxide: Titanium dioxide is used as a thickener for cosmetics and can enhance the anti-aging properties of other ingredients. It is a popular ingredient for providing SPF, too.
• Tocopheryl Acetate: Tocopheryl acetate is an anti-aging ingredient that promotes skin cell regeneration and protects your skin from the harmful effects of UV rays.
• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: This ingredient is an emollient that seals in moisture to ensure your skin doesn’t dry out and lose its elasticity.
• Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil: This ingredient contains vitamins A, C, and E which makes it perfect for anti-aging if you want to minimize the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes.
• Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract: Peach extract can provide moisture to your skin and brighten your skin tone to minimize hyperpigmentation.
• Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract: This species of apple extract contains antioxidants that keep your skin elastic and firm while protecting it from free radicals, which can cause signs of aging and hyperpigmentation.
• Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract: Watermelon extract is also rich in antioxidants, so it can defend your skin against UV ray damage and signs of aging.
• Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract: Pomegranates are known to be rich in antioxidants, anti-bacterial, and healing. This extract helps prevent breakouts and protects your skin cells.

Literally My Lips But Better

Naetis allowed me to pick two of the blur lip tints to test out. I decided to choose shades 301 #PeachOrdinary and 501 #SeoulElf. Peach Ordinary looked like a perfect everyday lip shade for me since I don’t wear dark shades regularly. I wanted to try Seoul Elf because Naetis told me that it was their most popular shade. If you want me to make another video with swatches on my lips, I’ll be more than happy to do it!

Whipped Texture

The tints are a beautiful whipped texture. I noticed that these lip tints were airy when I first swatched them on my hand because they didn’t feel sticky or heavy.

Applying this to my lips was very nice. The formula feels buttery once spread onto my lips and glided very well. In terms of the finish of these lip tints, I would say that my lips felt velvety but not chapped. When using matte lip sticks in the past, I would get the matte appearance but my lips would feel and look so dry like the Sahara dessert. These blur tints do not provide that unpleasant feeling. The ingredient list also shows that this would be a good tinted lip balm if your lips feel dry.

Lovely Fruity Scent

There is a pleasant, light fruity scent that is in the formulation. I would not have pinpointed any of the fruit extracts as the scent in this formula. The scent of both of these lip tints reminds me more of cherry with a subtle note of coconut. The cherry scent smells more like the artificial kind that you would find for candy and drinks, which I had no issue with.

An All-Day Type of Lip Product

These remind me of my favorite discontinued blur tints from Colourpop (iykyk 😩). With the added lip stain and buildable coverage, these are definitely a must-have for any occasion (especially if you are eating and drinking because the color will stay on). If you do not drink or eat as frequently, I’m sure these lip tints will maintain their pigment by the end of the day.

If you blot the lip tints on tissue, there will be some residue that goes on the tissue, but the bright pigment will still be on your lips. Naetis’s lip tints are blot proof and keep your lips feeling velvety.

Buildable and Multi-Purpose

These lip tints are buildable so you can use one layer for a natural, no-makeup look or add another layer for a vivid statement lippie. As someone who doesn’t identify herself as a makeup expert, these lip tints were easy to use and build upon. I found it easy to do the gradient lips where the center of my lips were pigmented. That lip look is a challenge sometimes and I find it doesn’t always look good on me. However, these lip tints made me realize I was just doing them wrong.

The airy texture and pigmentation power of these made me want to try the lip tints out as a blush. I would say they were also as easy to spread out and build up pigment. I didn’t notice any breakouts on my skin, but maybe a slight pink pigment since pink can color your skin. Again, these lip tints are easy to remove with makeup remover so you can do some double cleansing when using these on your skin.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! I always love supporting small businesses with high-quality products, so definitely is worth a purchase. It combines the buttery velvet formula of a liquid lipstick with the power of a lip stain, so if you want an alternative to the trending lip oils and lip stains, I highly consider trying Naetis!

Would you try this? Let me know down below. Thanks again Naetis for a great first impression.

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What do you like to do to calm down? I love listening to music (especially SZA’s SOS album or Lofi music, currently) and winding down with a nice book. When your skin needs to calm down, maybe it’s in need of a clarifying face wash! Clarifying face washes can help reveal a clean slate for your skin. I’m sure we can all use a clean slate after the work and stress we can experience throughout the week.

I received the following product for free from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @skin1004official in exchange for my honest review. This product was integrated into my nighttime routine for 2-3 weeks before I could come up with honest thoughts on how effective it is for my skin.

Try the Tea-Trica!

Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam retails at $14.00 USD on their website. This foaming facial cleanser is meant for acne-prone skin because it can clear your skin of excess oil and sebum that can clog your pores and cause breakouts.

If you want to try out the product for yourself, you can purchase this cleansing foam at a 10% discount by using my Stylevana discount code INF10OHMY at checkout. You can also receive 15% off your purchase at Stylevana if you buy at least $59 USD with my discount code. I do receive a small percentage of commission if you use it.

This clarifying formula is effective for your skin because of key ingredients like the following:

• Centella Asiatica: Centella Asiatica is a great ingredient for oily and acne-prone skin because it deals with inflammation and wound healing. If you deal with redness, this ingredient helps relieve your skin so that it looks soothed and relaxed.
• Tea Tree: Tea tree has anti-microbial properties that can clear your skin of dirt and oil that can clog your pores and delay the pimple healing process. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it another product used to combat redness.
• Pine Tree Complex: Pine tree is used in medical practices for wound healing and for infections. In the skincare realm, pine tree is used for anti-aging and hyperpigmentation. This makes it a great ingredient for dry skin, especially, since the moisture benefits from pine tree can create a healthy surface to support skin cell generation.
• Salicylic Acid (BHA): This acid is frequently used in skincare products that are designed to wipe out excess oil, sebum, and dirt. It also has anti-microbial properties, so using it as an exfoliator for dead skin can help fade out hyperpigmentation and blemishes.

A Spa Treatment at Your Fingertips

Simple but Trustworthy Packaging

The bottle is large and sturdy, so it is a great product to carry for traveling. I do have to say that this product is super thick (not exaggerating), so it can be harder to squeeze out the foam wash when you are closer to emptying. The formula consistency also means that you don’t have to worry about it spilling out in any circumstance.

Spa-Like Scent

When you open the product, you get a light smell of tea tree and Centella Asiatica (similar to eucalyptus, if you’ve never smelled it before). I personally love whenever I have products that give that minty fresh type of feeling or make you feel relaxed. This scent opinion of mine is subjective, but some people may not like it.

Cream-to-Foam Wash

The product itself is a thick, slightly sparkly white paste that transforms into a creamy, milky lather with water. If you didn’t know what the product was, you can probably mistake it for toothpaste because of its thickness. Putting the wash in contact with water will help transform it into some suds.

Due to the consistency of the face wash, I do want to mention that the wash-off time can vary based on how much product you use. If you use a small amount of product, then washing it off can be very easy. If you use more than that, keep in mind that you will have to work into the product more to really wash off the remaining residue.

Long-Time Usage

I used a pea size amount of product for my dry skin over the course of 2.5 weeks and I never broke out. I actually saw improvement with the skin in my chin area since that’s where I usually break out. My blemishes did slightly fade away after using the product on a consistent basis. Fading out blemishes in my chin area can be tiresome, so it’s nice to find a product that can alleviate the process.

You don’t need a lot of product for washing your face, so I estimate that this face wash can last in your skincare collection for around 4-5 months.

I also tried using this as a body acne solution since I sometimes have bacne (back acne) and chest acne. This face wash was nice for clearing out excess oil and dirt and healing blemishes for those areas. If you need a body acne skincare routine, then consider adding this as a targeted body wash before using your usual body wash and lotion.

Cooled Down, Cool Skin

Using this product leaves my face feeling soothed, cooled down, and less red aka it calms down. My skin gets red very easily and this face wash did not irritate my dry skin at all.

If you deal with oily skin or are in humid areas, this face wash might also be perfect for you due to the clarifying formula.

You May Not Enjoy This Face Wash If …

Severely Dry Skin

No cons for me personally, but if you do have a damaged skin barrier, I recommend using this when your skin has improved. My skin was in its lowest when I had a damaged skin barrier and that skin state is when exfoliating products like this one aren’t suitable. If your skin is very dry, for this same reason I would have to not recommend this formula.

For both of these skin types, if you really think you might need this product, please use this every 2-3 days. Go in with products that focus on moisturizing and hydrating your skin afterwards so that your skin gets the support needed for a healthy recovery.

Dislike Strong Scents

If you’re not into tea tree oil or tea tree scents, then you might not like this one. Some people really hate these types of scents and I felt it was necessary to make a small section to emphasize the strong scent.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! I was pleasantly surprised with how my skin looked and felt after using this cleanser. In my opinion, it is comparable to Tatcha’s rice wash since it is a creamy face wash formula, but more affordable.

Would you try this one? Let me know in the comments below!

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What comes to mind when you think of “exfoliation?” Do you think of physical exfoliators that require intense scrubbing, say a sugar scrub? For skincare newbies, that’s usually what they think of. It can also come with some shudders because some people might over exfoliate to the point where their skin is stripped and screaming for moisture.

Beauty is Not Pain

I used to be one of those people that hated exfoliating my skin because I feared that burning sensation after using makeup wipes. It was so unbearable! Now that I’ve restored my skin barrier and cleared my skin, I wish I had access to high-quality skincare to prevent this issue. By skincare, I also have to include my new HaruHaru Wonder Centella Toner. I received it for free from Picky and HaruHaru Wonder in exchange for my honest review.

What’s So Good About the HaruHaru Wonder Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum?

HaruHaru Wonder’s Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum is a new release that focuses on gentle exfoliation. This means you can get rid of blackheads and sebum without having that stinging sensation. The product helps you have a great exfoliation experience because of the key ingredients in its vegan formula:

• Polyhydroxy Acids aka PHA: These are similar to AHA’s because they can exfoliate dead skin cells at the surface to reveal a brighter complexion by evening your skin tone and skin texture. There are also studies that report PHA’s can help hydrate the skin and encourage cell generation to improve your skin’s appearance.
• Centella Asiatica Extract: Centella Asiatica is commonly used in skincare as a solution to redness and irritation. The extract helps soothe skin upon contact and has been historically known to be a solution for healing wounds.
• Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water: Orange water is used to provide a light dosage of vitamin C. Vitamin C not only is an ingredient for blemishes and discoloration, it can help brighten dull skin and encourage collagen production to reveal younger, healthier skin.
  
• Anti-Sebum P (patented ingredient): HaruHaru Wonder’s patented ingredient helps with sebum and oil so that you won’t be frequently prone to blackheads and other stubborn breakouts.

I received a full-size version of the HaruHaru Wonder Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum, which is 120 mL for $28.00 USD on Stylevana. This serum was part of my skincare routine (both daytime and nighttime) for about three weeks before I came up with my following review.

If you want to try this product out because of the amazing ingredient list, you can save 10% off your order through Stylevana by using my discount code, INF10OHMY, at checkout. If you purchase at least $59 USD on Stylevana, you can use my code to save 15% off your order. I do receive a small commission if you do use my discount code.

Why Might I Enjoy HaruHaru Wonder’s Exfoliating Serum?

A Perfect Addition for an Aesthetic Routine

The frosted matte packaging is so cute and elegant. The bottle is made from sturdy plastic and is lightweight. Because of the packaging design having a plastic focus, I think this can actually be great for traveling. The cap does twist, so I would recommend taping it or putting it in a ziplock bag for travel.

Easy and Carefree Experience

The serum is transparent and thin, like water. It does leave your skin with an unmistakable glow thanks to the orange extract and fermented black tea and with a slightly sticky texture. It was easy to spread around on my face and neck area.

Due to the slight tackiness post-application, I think this would be a great addition to a morning skincare routine. By using it in the morning, moisturizers and makeup primers would be easier to apply. There was a slight orange scent since orange water is the second most ingredient in the product list. However, the scent does fade once the product dries on your skin.

Using the product was very easy. Personally, I would put 3-4 drops of the product on my hands to pat onto wet skin. I think the consistency of the product can be good to soak onto cotton pads and leave them on your face for 10-20 minutes as a sheet mask or toner pad.

Sensitive Skin Approved

There is no noticeable scent with this product and it is gentle on my skin, which is great since it is sensitive skin tested. It did not break me out.

The formulation being sensitive-skin-friendly also would make this product great if you are dealing with a damaged skin barrier that is in need of moisture. Since the exfoliating ingredients of PHA’s are in low doses compared to other stronger, more potent, exfoliating serums, this is a great introduction to exfoliation.

A Slow Process, but Noticeable Improvement

I have been using this for the past 2 weeks and have noticed my blemishes being less prominent. This is a great light exfoliator for evening skin tone and making your skin more radiant. I thoroughly enjoyed using the product because it left my skin looking super dewy and plump. That’s all I could simply want for my dry skin.

Were There Any Cons to Trying HaruHaru Wonder’s Exfoliating Serum?

There were no cons to using the HaruHaru Wonder serum since it did not sting or irritate my skin. It’s very friendly to even the most sensitive of skin types.

I think someone would not enjoy this product if they are expecting to see a dramatic difference overnight. However, those products are not friendly for skincare newbies or people with sensitive skin. Since this is a leave-in exfoliating treatment that has a gentler ingredient list, this makes it easier to prevent skincare mishaps. Stronger exfoliating products may require you to go heavy with moisturizing skincare or with SPF since your skin can end up very sensitive to UV rays. HaruHaru Wonder’s serum clearly considers this niche market in this product.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! This was my first time trying @haruharuwonder_official thanks to @go.picky and @pickyrewards and I was pleasantly surprised with this one! I’ll definitely be putting this on my skincare wishlist for when I run out. My breakouts have been less frequent or obvious lately, so products like these are great to have.

What’s your opinion on exfoliating skincare products? Would you try this out? Let me know down below!

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