Assalamualaikum and hello!
So a lot of you guys know that I was obsessed with Benton toner (click HERE to read). I have been using it for years and I think the time has come where the product is kinda immune to my skin, I guess? Anyways, I figure out that this thing happens and it's normal especially when u use the product for too long.
That's when i found their COSRX official Shopee account and as if it's calling me to give it a try - it's actually on sale! And FYI, I have been using this toner for almost a year before posting this review because I am so busy. I already wrote the draft for months but I didn't upload it since I haven't shoot the photos hahaha!
COSRX PROPOLIS SYNERGY TONER
What makes me pay close attention to this toner is that first of all, I tried a lot of COSRX products and trust me- they are all good. I dislike some but it was because of the scent, not formula. Second, it claims to be very hydrating but doesn't leave the sticky feeling to your skin. This toner also claims to be very effective in reducing redness and suitable for all skin types.
Propolis is known to be very good for our skin and body and this toner is formulated with 72.6% of black bee propolis and it is known to have highest content of propolis extract. Unlike normal toner, this toner is a little thick in consistency, kinda very light viscosity but not slimy. It's almost like the one I used previously.
INGREDIENTS
Propolis Extract, Honey Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Betaine, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
WHAT IT CLAIMS
FIRST IMPRESSION
I actually bought 2 trial sized toner- Propolis Synergy and ABC Toner (Which is AHA, BHA and Vitamin C toner). Both works great but I prefer Propolis Synergy as it'sa little bit thicker and makes my skin more moisturised (ABC toner consistency is runny and watery. If you like light toner, ABC toner might be for you!
PACKAGING
The packaging design is simple and neat but it's exactly my style and every bottle is secured with a cover so you just need to twist the cap open to remove it (secure packaging). I'm kinda suprised with this because the trial size usually doesn't have that cover (or is it just been too long since I last buy trial sized products? hahah idk!).
The bottle is matte but includes a few clear lines which i love (i'm a sucker at minimal + clean packaging). Idk how to express it but the packaging alone already make this girl happy haha!
It comes in an individual boxfor both trial and full-sized product.
The ingredients, directions, cautions, where the product has been made and all of the info you need is written on the bottle but suprisingly it's still feels minimal and not overcrowded with writings. The flip cap makes it easier to use and it's very secure. Unlike pump or spray bottle, u don't have to worry about the missing pump / spray cover.
TEXTURE AND SCENT
This toner is a little thicker than watery toner. I don't think it's the type you can use in a spray bottle but it's not too thick like essence or serum. Even though it looks yellowish it doesn't turn your skin yellow and stuffs. It also sticks to my skin and doesn't take too long to dry.
I tried some toner that claims it absorbs really well and ended up absorbing under my skin and when it has been fully absorbed, my skin still feels dry and it kinda disappear. But i guarantee you this one is not. It moisturizes really well and doesn't leave my skin dry and flaky.
As for scent, it's super mild and I can't really smell it unless i take off the cap completely and inhale to the bottle 🤣. It's hardly there and for those who really hate skincare with strong scent- this one is for you! (same like Benton Toner, the smell is hardly noticeable)
HOW TO USE
There are several ways to use this toner and I love the original way which is just to use your hands 🤣 It saves my penny as I don't use too much cotton pads and saves amount of toner i have to use too.
So here's how you can use the toner :
1. Like you normally would- with your hands!
2. Use as clearing toner - pour it on cotton pad and rub it on your skin to remove excess debris
3. Mask toner - completely wet the cotton pad and leave it on your skin like a mask. Totally recommended for reddish and dry flaky skin.
MY REVIEW
Disclaimer : even though i would love it if COSRX sponsor me for this post, they didn't and this is my honest review. I bought this COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner using my own money :')
Pros:
🐝 Not too thick, not too watery
🐝 Very, very hydrating but not sticky
🐝 Packaging is minimal but very secure and neat. Love!
🐝 Extremely light scent
🐝 Really great for dull skin and redness
🐝 It improves my skin texture
🐝 Doesn't sting
🐝 Does not contain alchohol, parabens, artifial fragrances, essential oils and more things that shouldn't be in skincare products
Cons:
💸 Quite pricey, around RM69 for a 150ml bottle. But worry not, wait for sale time and you can get at least RM15 off! You can also use your coin if you buy it on their Shopee Official Store (click HERE).
Will I repurchase?
Well.... this is my 4th bottle actually hahaha! and I am going to use this until my skin becomes immune to it, just like my previous toner.
Will I recommend it to my friends?
Of course, yes!
The products from Cosrx Official Shopee will be shipped from South Korea so please be patient with the waiting time (no more than a week, It's actually quite fast considering it's from South Korea).
And, if you don't wanna buy from there or you found another seller that sells it cheaper than market price, please make sure you're purchasing from their authorised seller because you don't wanna apply some fake products to your skin, don't you?
Till then,
hani shubie
Assalamualaikum and hello again everyone~
I don't wear makeup often but a good makeup remover is a must because I honestly wear sunscreen on a daily basis and it's really important to remove them efficiently before going to bed (and before praying!). I've tried quite a few types of make up remover but I honestly like cleansing balm the best.
Okay let's be honest, have you ever heard about the brand JUNOCO? I mean, I honestly never heard of it mainly because I think I keep focusing on Korean skincare but I'm gonna let you watch this tiktok video first -
I mean, amazing right? 😱 I was contacted by their team to try this product and I was sooo excited especially after watching the tiktok video and since I am also looking for a makeup remover for Eid- why not give it a try?
P/s : You can by the cleansing balm at only RM67 from their website HERE or browse for their other product HERE. They also sent me their cleansing cookie which is also amazing to use and so soft. The cleansing cookie is really great to use for removing product you applied to your face, for example - you want to remove the cleansing balm or clay mask you previously applied on your face, you can just wipe it off with the cleansing cookie!
|| Cleansing balm
For those of you who have no idea what a cleansing balm is, it is a type of make up remover in the form of creamy thick balm and it melts then turns to silky oil. Use cleansing balm as the first step of cleansing and you must clean it afterwards with facial cleansers but it's really great for removing makeups and sunscreens so that even when you wash it off with cleansers, it will leave your skin smooth and honestly not dry at all.
It works like a cleansing oil should but it won't spill easily like cleansing oil does so it's perfect to carry to travel. I love the feeling of the balm melting on my face and dissolve all of the makeups especially if I am wearing mascara or eyeliner as these are really uncomfortable to remove if you use makeup remover with cotton pads.
|| JUNOCO
JUNOCO is a brand that originates from Southern California and they focus on creating products with NO parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, sulfates artificial fragrances, colors or preservatives, silicones mineral oil, phenoxyethanol, or EDTA.
Or to make it simple, their products doesn't include ingredients that are harmful or harsh on the skin.
|| Ingredients
This product is called Clean 10 cleansing balm because it only contains 10 ingredients and their star ingredient is Japanese Barley Magic :
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Polysorbate 85, Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water, Butylene Glycol
|| What it claims
This product claims to remove even waterproof makeup effortlessly. The star ingredient- Japanese Barley Magic is said to be a source of vitamins and antioxidants to help regulate the skin's melanin production which includes brighten skin complexion and reducing dark spots. It also claims that it deeply cleanses the skin without stripping natural oils.
|| First Impressions
It is stated on their website that this product is 85g / 3.0 oz but I am still suprised by the actual size when I open the package because it's quite huge! I mean, for the price of RM67 each I honestly don't think it's gonna be this big.
The box design is clean but nothing special on the design but it's quite solid and not damaged at all even though the package was not packed in a special box or massive bubblewraps.
Here's in short about my first impressions:
Packaging - The cleansing balm jar, is actually made from plastic and I love, love it! It comes with a hygiene tab AND a spatula. (I was sooo excited because the hygiene tab really secures the product and I personally think that a skincare product in jar that comes with a spatula shows how the brand really cares for hygiene. Like, seriously.)
Scent - This cleansing balm has the citrusy scent of California tangerine. The scent comes from essential oil of orange peel oil but it only contains 0.99% of it.
Color - Yellowish.
|| Texture and how to use
As I state earlier, cleansing balm is the first step in double cleansing routine and is not a standalone cleanser. Here's how to use it:
1. Make sure your face and hand is dry. Scoop 1 spatula of the cleansing balm and warm the balm with your fingertips until it transforms into a silky oil.
2. Massage the balm gently in circular motions and close your eyes if you wanna remove those eye makeups
3. Rinse with lukewarm water or wipe off with a damp cloth or this cleansing cookie from JUNOCO
4. Follow up with your everyday cleanser
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| it melts easily |
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| this is after i wipe the oil off with tissue! super clean! |
|| My reviews
I got this product during Ramadhan and I've been using it for almost a month now. As mentioned earlier in this post, I got this from the brand but the review is solely my own opinion + experience from using the product, and I am not paid to say these:
Pros
✰ Plastic jars which i personally love- not afraid of breaking it if it falls down
✰ Comes with hygiene tab (so secure, no spill) and a spatula - super hygiene
✰ Melts immediately when applied
✰ Effectively removes eye makeups- don't need for seperate remove for eye parts!
✰ Remove even waterproof makeup easily
✰ Doesn't make my skin dry & skin feels so smooth after usage
✰ Doesn't sting my skin
✰ Can be used with gentle cleansing foam as the balm is not too heavy so rinsing it with water first really removes most of the oil
✰ Huge size- value for money
✰ Even tho i dislike skincare with scent, i suprisingly love the citrusy scent 😂
Cons
✰ Due to being really good at preventing spillage, the hygiene tab is a bit difficult to close which i understand why some people just remove it once open (but i didn't because i need it!)
Will I repurchase this?
Yes, I don't see why not!
Will I recommend this to my friend?
Yes, I might also ask them to buy the duo items because it's cheaper!
Where to buy?
From their website junoco.com or you can click HERE for the direct link to this cleansing balm.
Till Then,
Thank you for reading this entry!
hani shubie
Assalamualaikum and hi!
Enough with the skincare posts, now let's do food! oh yeahh~
Eating out is not always an option when you have something really easy to prepare and cook! I am not a fan of durian (kepala sis pening bila bau kuat sangat k haha) but I do love to eat tempoyak especially with budu or as masak tempoyak (but again, as long as it's not too thick or too many, sis tak pening haha). I love Patin Tempoyak too much for someone who claims they hate durian hahaha~
In today's episode of Makan-makan with me (cewah!), I'm gonna review Patin Campak Masak by Sangkar ZULH (It's Ikan Patin Tempoyak original from Temerloh okeh). This is gonna be a short review anyway, since it's really easy to cook but I feel the need to share it with you because yes, it's really tasty!
|| PATIN CAMPAK MASAK (PCM)
Like the name suggest, you basically just campak (toss) everything in the pot and you're gonna have a really tasty Ikan Patin Tempoyak. Temerloh is known for their Patin Tempoyak and since we Malaysians can't cross the state before this to enjoy the original taste of it, they bring it to us in an instant frozen pack! Yep, they come all the way from Temerloh. Even we can cross the states to enjoy them now, why not have a pack or 2 at home to enjoy kan? No need to use your AL just to eat Patin Tempoyak Temerloh kekeke.
Honestly, Patin tempoyak's ingredients are not as complicated as rendang but the measurements of each ingredients are crucial to get the one exactly like in Temerloh. Plus, if you dont know how to properly clean the fish, it's not gonna taste good. I mean, trust me it'll taste very bad haha! I'm bad at cleaning river fishes. So this PCM is perfect for me (and you too!).
It's impossible to be bad at cooking this if you just follow the instruction.
|| HOW TO COOK
So basically, you just add water to the paste, bring it to boil and put the fish. it's done when the fish are cooked. macam masak megi jeeee, really!
But the paste is actually a bit spicy so if you can't handle spicy food, just add more asam keping (make sure to taste in between, kang terlebih letak pulak abih la jadi masham). Here's how i do it:
1. Wash the fish with water (more like just rinse before you cook it, not properly clean since it's already clean)
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| huge fish! |
2. Pour the paste into the pot
3. Add 2 cups of water, around 300ml to 400ml (this is the perfect measurement for a pack of PCM. You can adjust this according to your likings)
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| shake the water in the paste pack, dont waste even a drop of the paste lol |
4. Optional : put 1/2 torch ginger flower (Bunga Kantan), Kesum Leaves and asam keping. For Bunga Kantan, you can add 1 but I prefer 1/2, and as for Daun Kesum, the more the tastier! Put it like how many you'd put in Asam Pedas.
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| put more daun kesum okay, more than this obviously |
5. When boiled, put in the fish
6. Wait for the fish to cook around 5mins, and done!
|| MY REVIEW
A pack of PCM comes with 1 fish (cut in 4, and it's huge!) and a pack of the gulai tempoyak paste. Here's my review:
** Disclaimer - I bought this PCM using my own money and this is definitely not a sponsored post. All my reviews are honest.
🐠 Closest taste to my Husband's fav Ikan Tempoyak in Temerloh
🐠 Super easy to cook, super tasty too!
🐠 The ingredients especially the fish is really fresh
🐠 The agent I bought this from is really friendly and he really guide me on how to cook this well (recommended to purchase from this agent!).
🐠 The comfort of eating this in our own home is a plus point
🐠 You can divide this to 2 portions and cook whenever you want too.
🐠 Berbaloi with the price!
🐠 Nora bagi 4.9 bintang!
|| WHERE TO BUY
You can find them on Instagram @sangkarzulh or if you are in Johor Bahru, please get yours from this guy @sangkarzulh.johorbahru (just click at the ig name, I already insert the link to their ig pages).
For JB people who wanna act fast, here's the agent's details for you:
Whatsapp +6011 2895 1483
Price for each pack as of today 26/10/2021 is RM37 in KL/ Selangor and RM40 outside KL/Selangor. Delivery charge depends on which area you stay.
I'm gonna order some to bring back to my hometown next time! Mom's gonna have to taste this haha!
Till then, thanks for reading this post!
hani shubie
Assalamualaikum and hello~
|| COSRX ONE STEP GREEN HERO CALMING PAD
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| sistur dah guna separuh dah haha |
|| INGREDIENTS
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water(Green tea water), Butylene Glycol, Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Artemisia Princeps Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Lactobionic Acid, Maltodextrin, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Glycerine, Arginine, Allantoin, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract
|| WHAT IT CLAIMS
|| FIRST IMPRESSION
|| TEXTURE AND HOW TO USE
|| MY REVIEWS
Assalamualaikum and hi beauties!
I think it's time for me to (finally) write my review on the Laneige Neo Cushion Matte as I have been using this for months, and it's also time to replace the new refill so it's perfect to take some pictures for review!
And here's a confession...
I started to consider buying this cushion foundation as the design is sooooooo cute! Look at the color, it's pastel!
|| LANEIGE NEO CUSHION
Laneige Neo Cushion comes in 2 types which are Matte (mint) and Glow (pink). The Matte line is for those who love matte finish (not shiny / glowy look) and it is said to be extremely long lasting while the Glow line is for those who loves dewy glowing finish and it is really hydrating.
As I always mentioned, I have a very dry skin so logically, I'd take the Glow line kan but I decided to purchase the Matte one after I tried the samples I got from their counter. I happen to buy something and ask the sales girl for the sample as I really wanna wear it out before grabbing it (lol it's not cheap! I can't just try it on my hands and assume it's good haha!) and I tried 2 shades which are 21N Beige and 23N Sand. Both are suitable with my skin but I choose to go with 23N Sand.
I choose matte because I live in Malaysia where the weather's almost too hot daily. I think matte will be good as I will be sweating and my skincare are all hydrating so I kinda don't want my cushion to be super hydrating. But if I were to go on atumn / winter trips, I'd definitely use the hydration Glow line as my skin needs more in that kind of weather. And guess what, even the Matte line is hydrating enough I am so impressed!
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| the silver pack is refill pack, the small square ones is the sample and small sponge |
|| THE INGREDIENTS
WATER / AQUA / EAU, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, PROPANEDIOL, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), ZINC OXIDE (NANO), TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NANO), NYLON-12, LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL TITANIUM TRIISOSTEARATE, ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE/DIMETHICONE METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BIS-PEG-15 DIMETHICONE/IPDI COPOLYMER, STEARIC ACID, PEG-2 SOYAMINE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, IRON OXIDES (CI 77499), DISODIUM EDTA, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, SILICA, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, BHT, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, TOCOPHEROL
|| WHAT IT CLAIMS
The claims are all to good to be true and the reviews I saw from beauty bloggers and youtubers pun boleh tahan. So here are what the product claims:
♕ Full yet weightless coverage
♕ 24hr sweat-resistant
♕ Transfer resistant
♕ Matte finish
♕ Blue light protection
|| FIRST IMPRESSIONS
How can i not scream when i unbox this thing? It's too cute and it's totally my style! I bought this cushion during promotion and it comes with 1 free refill. Pay attention to the ongoing sales on different platforms to save more money kekekeke~
Everything comes as advertised and it feels really nice to hold too. Since my previous cushion casings are all rounded shape, the seamless square shape of this Neo Cushion is suprisingly nice to hold. The thickness of the case is just nice and not too thick.
You can only see your foundation code on the bottom of the refill cushion, not outside of the cushion case like other cushions. But I kinda like it as it keeps the casing looks simple and if you wanna change your cushion shade, just buy the new shade refill and no problem with the casing since the info is not on the casing.
|| TEXTURE AND HOW TO USE
As mentioned before, the texture is light and it's buildable too. This cushion is lighter than my previous cushions including Klairs BB Mochi Cushion (click HERE to read my review). Here's what I can sum up regarding the cushion foundation:
✨ Texture : Light, it doesn't makes my skin feel suffocated
✨ Colors : My shade 23N Sand - enhances my skin color & no grey undertone
✨ Scent : floral I guess, but it's very very light and disappear after you put in on
✨ Buildable : Buildable and won't look cakey
✨ Cushion casing : simple but high quality
✨ Cushion puff : comes with cut marks, very easy to apply, soft and spread products evenly.
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| cut marks |
It's very easy to use:
1. After washing your face, put on your skincare & sunscreen - apply a small amount by dabbing it to your face. Don't rub your face, dabbing gives it better coverage and it'll stay longer too.
2. If you need higher coverage, re-apply a thin layer again until you are satisfied with the result.
Don't apply too much foundation on your face at a time as ony a small amount is needed. Jangan pakai sekaligus terus banyak la senang cerita, apply sikit, then if rasa nak cover lagi, apply lagi sekali okay?
It's also very easy to change the refills!
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| cushion refill |
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| before open the seal for my new refill! |
|| MY REVIEWS
Pros:
✔ Lightweight
✔ Transfer resistant is quite good even worn from morning until night
✔ Buidable but still look natural and won't look cakey
✔ Matte line is quite hydrating too
✔ Very light scent that disappears once applied on skin
✔ Last longer than my previous cushions
✔ Many shades available
✔ Cushion puff is easily one of the best i've ever used. It is soft, pickup products easily and spread it evenly
✔ Casing design is super cute and simple. Love it!
✔ Easy to change refills
Cons:
✖ Price is RM160 without promotion so must research hard to see which platform offers the best discount haha!
Will I repurchase this?
Definitely. Until I find something better
Will I reccommend this to my friends?
Yes!
|| WHERE TO PURCHASE
I can guarantee these shops sells original products but if you wanna buy somewhere else, make sure that the shop is selling genuine products ya!
Jangan tanya Lazada ea, sis kaki shopee je haha!
I really hope they sell the cushion puff individually so I can always buy extra puff haha! yes, i love it that much! (update - they sell in individually HERE!)
hani shubie
