Showing posts with label korean cosmetics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label korean cosmetics. Show all posts

Thursday, 14 May 2015

REVIEW: OSEQUE HIGH-END TOUCH SPF34 PA++

This product has been continuously showing up on my Facebook news feed, so as a beauty blogger, I knew I had to get it!

This is the Osèque High-End Touch in shade 21 Light Beige. This product was also mentioned in the "Get It Beauty 2015", hence its popularity.


The Osèque High-End Touch comes in two shades:
#21 Light Beige#23 Natural Beige

Volume: 30ml



Product Features
Soft and fantastic colour
Soft moisturisation all day long
Colour which improves the beauty of all types of skin tone
Youthful skin with dazzling sparkle
Contains new material RonaFlair® (sapphire structure)
Fine wrinkle hiding effect using light diffusion
Expression of 3D facial features
Moisturising and nourishing makeup
Contains propolis, fermented bifidus lysate
1 bottle of essence for reinforced nourishing powder
Makeup and skin care at the same time
Convenient applicator
Roller type for easy and convenient application on curvy facial features
No lumping even after multiple applications
Sebum control for maintenance of balance
Moisture upon application, with fluffy finish
Sebum control for refreshed makeup all day long
Whitening care with blemish elimination
Wrinkle care for firm skin
Sunlight and UV ray blockage (SPF34, PA++)

Major Ingredients
Lorna flare (synthetic sapphire) , propolis extract, non-seafood appetiser for fermentation, six kinds of plant callus culture extracts (green tea, cactus, rice, tomato, carrot, lotus).

It comes in an elegant and sleek, black plastic bottle with a roller applicator. The lid (and even the shape of the bottle) reminds me of Chanel's products.



The roller applicator is perfect for lazy people like me, as there's no need for foundation bases or brushes or sponges anymore; however if you don't like the idea of using a roller on your face, you can easily pop off the applicator and apply it with your hands or usual applicators.




When you press the button on the side a few times, the foundation will leak out, so that you can easily roll it over your face. It does, however, get a little messy if you press the button too many times, and too much foundation squirts out at once. Sometimes, the foundation doesn't roll onto the roller applicator, so you may need to use your finger to wipe it off the applicator to put onto your face, then to use the roller applicator to blend.




The Osèque High-End Touch comes with skincare benefits too ~ anti-wrinkle, whitening, and SPF34, so it's not just an ordinary foundation! 


How To Use

After using your usual moisturiser, press the switch on the container, and roll the roller puff evenly onto the face. Press the switch several times so the contents are squeezed upwards. To wash the puff, old the puff and pull upwards to detach.



If you have trouble getting the foundation on the corners of your nose, you can try dabbing the applicator onto the area instead of rolling it on.



If anyone is interested, I did a tutorial & review video on the Osèque High-End Touch. I just realised that it's a pretty long video (oops!).





COMPARISON: OSÈQUE High-End Touch vs. JENNY HOUSE Perfect Skin One Shot Cover Stick Foundation


In the first photo, I only applied the Osèque High-End Touch onto the left part of my face. If you look carefully, you will see that my dark eye circles are less dark, but it didn't really change the colour of my skin. There are no obvious differences yet. 




In the second photo, I am applying the Jenny House Perfect Skin One Shot Cover Stick Foundation onto the other half of my face.




If you look carefully in the photo below, you can see that my dark eye circle is concealed better on the right hand side. I do have quite a few moles (as shown in the photo above), but the small one below my eye is not as obvious anymore. The Jenny House Stick Foundation does a better job at concealing dark eye circles and small moles.


On the left: Osèque High-End Touch
On the right: Jenny House Perfect Skin One Shot Cover Stick Foundation

As you can see, with the photo on the left, the pores on my nose are not obvious, whereas with the photo on the right, the foundation seems to be stuck inside the pore. The Jenny House Stick Foundation is obviously more dry, as it is, after all, not a liquid foundation, hence sinks into the pores, so until the nose starts creating oil, the pores will still appear to be powdery. So, in this case, the Osèque High-End Touch seemed to do a better job at making the face appear poreless! As for the fine lines under the eyes, I think both give similar results, but Jenny House's Stick Foundation is slightly better, due to the better concealing function.


Overall, I think the Jenny House Perfect Skin One Shot Cover Stick Foundation still wins. The reasons are:

1) It's in the form of a stick, so it won't leak or spill, so it will be easy to carry around.
The button on the Osèque may accidentally be pressed when put inside your handbag, so it may leak.

2) The design is really convenient, as my hands don't get dirty your hands at all.
The Osèque can get quite messy, and you may need to use your hands to apply the foundation onto your face, before using the roller applicator.

3) It gives more coverage, so I don't even need to use a concealer unless I have a pimple or something big to cover up.
The Osèque gives a more natural look, so its coverage is very low.

4) It leaves my skin matte even after a whole day outside.
The Osèque doesn't make my face oily, but the finish is more dewy.

5) The retail price is much cheaper than the Osèque (Jenny House is selling for USD25, whereas the Osèque is USD33).


Overall, the Osèque High-End Touch is a good product if you don't need much coverage - it gives a natural look for everyday wear. The colour stays and doesn't wear off until you wash it off with makeup remover. It is very light-weight, isn't drying for the face, and makes your face look brightened. The bonus is that it contains many natural ingredients, as well as a serum included, so that it is not only a foundation, but also a skincare product. The main downside of this product is still its applicator, as it can get a little messy.

Rating: 8/10


Thank you for reading, and have a nice day!

Sunday, 15 February 2015

REVIEW: JENNY HOUSE PERFECT SKIN ONE SHOT COVER STICK FOUNDATION

I've been so busy lately that I haven't really had time to update my blog, especially after I've realised how easy and convenient YouTube videos are compared to blogging, however, I think videos can't always show how great things are, so here, I've decided to write about it instead!

The product that I'm going to review today, is...
"Jenny House Perfect Skin One Shot Cover Stick Foundation".


A portable 3 in 1 (Base + Sunscreen + Foundation) perfect skin cover stick foundation can transform your skin through instant skin perfection and long-lasting makeup. Its advanced lightweight formulation delivers a very subtle sheen with high coverage and great adhesion to your skin. Patented Vitamin-C complex core essence illuminates your complexion and whitening your skin, also visibly minimises all imperfections, pores, fine lines, and dark spots instantly and over time.

Lightweight, breathable, silky hydrating base with high coverage that make your skin become a beautiful flawless airbrushed finish without any stickiness. It helps to keep you looking and feeling your best through any season. Its high coverage, great adhesion and long-lasting formula that leaves your skin looking virtually flawless without a trace of heavy foundation after blending like a natural born beauty.


It comes in a pretty silver box, and the product itself is also wrapped in silver, with a pink bow at the top.

Why did I get it? I was really tempted to get it after watching videos that appeared on my Facebook newsfeed! I'm so glad I bought it, because now I'm in love with it!

This is a foundation stick that comes with a sunscreen level of SPF50+/PA+++. The foundation stick comes in two parts - the bigger circle with the foundation, and the smaller circle with the sunscreen and serum - they come out as one, so problem there!


The fun thing about it is that the foundation is on one end, and the brush is on the other. The brush is also at a slanted angle, so that it's easier and less tiring to use. 


The bristles of the brush are super soft and silky, so it doesn't cause any irritation to the face whatsoever.


There are two shades to choose from:
No. 21 Light Beige
No. 23 Natural Beige


How To Use:
1. Gently twist the bottom part of main container for 0.5cm of stick foundation then apply a thin layer directly on your face, no primer is needed generally.
2. Use the built-in special designed professional foundation brush for blending the foundation inside out evenly onto your skin in order to get a flawlessly blended, full coverage, high definition results. Re-apply it as a concealer on specific spot area for building up some extra coverage there if needed.


I did a video to demonstrate how to apply the Stick Foundation:



The shade I'm using is the No. 21 (I also use the N21 IOPE Air Cushion XP). The foundation is very creamy and very easy to blend in (it does take some time, but it'll be perfect after you're done!). It doesn't even feel like I've got anything on my skin, and it doesn't block my pores! It's not sticky too, doesn't need a lot of loose powder to cover up, and my face doesn't look oily at the end of the night!


It matches perfectly with my skin tone, perhaps slightly white on my face, but it gives my skin the kind of glow that it needs!




"At the end of the night" look - still flawless and non-oily (with no touch-ups during the night)! I had a few bumps on my forehead that night, but the foundation stick did an awesome job to cover them up (my concealer sucks, so the foundation stick definitely takes the credit)! I guess I forgot to mention that I use minimal makeup each time, so what you see is what you get!


I also forgot to mention that in the past, my face would normally feel super dry after a day of makeup, and I would urgently need to use a face mask that night, but since using this foundation stick, I haven't had this problem anymore!

The only complaint I would make would probably be the silver packaging, because all my fingerprints get stuck onto it and makes it not so pretty, but it's easy to wipe off so it's not too bad!

Price: HKD188 (equivalent to USD25)


Let's compare this to my previous favourite...
IOPE Air Cushion XP in N21


I really liked this before because...
1) the colour was a perfect match to my skin
2) it's really easy to use
3) it's not drying on my face

But what I don't like about it is that using it was very messy to use (and I don't like my things to look dirty!). As you can see from the photo below, the puff has already changed to become a beige coloured puff, but I've only used it a few times (every time I dipped the puff into the cushion, the foundation would all float to cover the sides of the puff). The mirror is also very dirty too, though it was never clear enough to be a mirror in the first place. The most important thing is that the cushion is already used up, and I've only used it a few times, so it's quite pricey for something that can only be used with a few uses! It also left a sticky feeling on my face, required me to apply a lot of loose powder on top, and yet still had an oily nose! I guess it's really not suitable for the humid weather we have here in Hong Kong!


Enough rambling over my new product...I bet you guys want to know where I got it from or where you guys can buy it (goodwillbeauty ships worldwide too!):




Thank you for reading, and have a nice day!

The italicised phrases are copied from www.goodwillbeauty.com.hk.

Monday, 15 December 2014

MEMEBOX CHRISTMAS COLLECTION #2 MY HOLIDAY GLAM UNBOXING

I  have never purchased any makeup boxes from Memebox before, and this is the first one! I actually don't even know why I got it, but I guess the "free upgrade to express shipping" when getting the bundle was the main reason!


I think my picture for the video is 200% better than the box itself, but on the bright side, I'll have a lot of things to give away as presents for Christmas!

For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:

For $5 off on orders above $30, you can use my December Code: V354B5

Thank you, and have a nice day!!!


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Wednesday, 10 December 2014

MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #79 OH! MY LIPS UNBOXING

I bought these as a bundle, so they were shipped by DHL, hence getting them so quickly - just one day for them to be delivered to me!

Memebox Superbox #79 Oh! My Lips


Despite what other people may say about this box, I was actually pretty impressed with this box, and all of the products will definitely go into good use! In particular, I really like the lip jelly - it's really moisturising and it smells sooooo good, but the only thing is that it does get surprisingly red after applying just 2 layers onto my lips!! I now take a very small amount with my ring finger, then dab it gently onto my lips - this way, the colour is just right!

I think my picture for the video is 100% better than the box itself, but on the bright side, I'll have a lot of things to give away as presents for Christmas!

For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:

For $5 off on orders above $30, you can use my December Code: V354B5


Thank you, and have a nice day!!!


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Thursday, 23 October 2014

REVIEW: SKINAZ THE KISSABLE 24H LIP TATTOO

I received this product inside my Memebox Special #16 OMG Box, but since it was orange in colour, I originally thought of giving it away. I did, however, change my mind, because I need to start blogging about products again, and this would be a good place to start!

SKINAZ The Kissable 24H Lip Tattoo 13g


SKINAZ takes lip makeup to a whole new level with its Lip Tattoo! This'll be the ultimate no-makeup makeup since it actually works like an impermanent colour tattoo on your lips and does not smudge or gets erased for 24 hours long. Plus, it comes in five lusciously radiant colours: Lovely Pink, Sexy Red, Rising Sun, Sweet Wine, Kiss Orange


How to Use:

Apply the Lip Tattoo thickly over your lips and wait 10-15 minutes until it completely dries up.


 Then, remove the dried lip tattoo from one end to another.


Finish off by applying another layer of lip gloss or lip balm over the top.




FIRST IMPRESSIONS:

When I first applied it onto my lips, it left my lips feeling quite sticky. The colour was also very bright and bold! It dried up after 10 minutes, and I was able to peel it off quite easily. The colour left on my lips was still quite orange, but it was definitely not as sharp as before peeling it off! Surprisingly, it was not too drying on my lips! The colour was also very long-lasting, as it was not so easy to wash off with water. I also tried to wipe it off using the Chanel Eye & Lip Remover, but the colour had still not completely come off. I was able to wash it all off eventually after using my facial cleanser and Clarisonic Mia2. If I had received the Lovely Pink, I would probably use it more, but since I received the Kiss Orange, I would probably just put it away.

This definitely was a fun product to play around with, but it wasn't really that OMG to me.


Thank you for reading, and have a nice day!

MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #63 BLACKHEADS NO MORE UNBOXING

This is another Pore Care Box that I ordered...

Memebox Superbox #63 Blackheads No More

I used the Dermahouse Deep Cleansing Cream just now, and it's pretty good! It has a faint scent, not too overwhelming, and it was able to wash the Holika Holika Berry Berry Lip Tint (I received it from the Memebox Superbox #62 Just Gellin' Box) off my lips. It's also not too drying on the face too!
For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:
Get $5 off your purchase using these codes: MZM1 and L4Y0
Thank you, and have a nice day!!!
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MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #62 JUST GELLIN' UNBOXING

It's Memebox Day again, and I received two Memeboxes, of which, one is the...

Memebox Superbox #62 Just Gellin'


For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:

Get $5 off your purchase using these codes: MZM1 and L4Y0


Thank you, and have a nice day!!!


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Thursday, 9 October 2014

MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #57 ALL ABOUT BROWS UNBOXING

I've always wanted to buy products to make my brows pretty, but I didn't really know what to buy, so when this box came out, I bought it instantly!!

Memebox Superbox #57 All About Brows


I was pretty content with the box actually. I'm okay with most shades from Memebox, I guess that's because Memebox is a Korean brand, and I'm Asian (and pretty fair), so their products work okay for me. The only thing I probably won't be using is the razor, as I've previously had bad experiences with it, but I'm surprised they didn't add any tweezers, which are like a necessity to me.

For more information about Memebox, please visit their website:
http://us.memebox.com/user/geniesfavproducts


And don't forget to use my $5 off codes: MZM1 and L4Y0

Friday, 12 September 2014

MEMEBOX SPECIAL #28 ALL ABOUT EYES UNBOXING

I received another box yesterday, and although the items inside the box do actually match its theme, it's not the best box for me yet...

Memebox Special #28 All About Eyes


Honestly, I was expecting a good eye cream as well as few more eye masks, but instead, I received many eye makeup products along with an eye serum and ONE eye mask! I wasn't too happy about receiving more Cheek Room products tbh, but the eye serum and eye concealer were my favourites!!

So, we've been told that there are no new promo codes for September yet, so all the August codes will continue until the 14th September!!! If you still haven't used my $5 off code, here it is: 3MZU

For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:
http://us.memebox.com/user/geniesfavproducts


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Thursday, 24 July 2014

MEMEBOX NEW BOXES

Have you checked out these new boxes from Memebox?


Memebox Special #31 Earth & Sea Cosmetics ($29)
Shipping starts 2nd Sept, 2014


Memebox Special #30 Tea Cosmetics ($29)
Shipping starts 5 Sept, 2014


Memebox Special #29 Scrub Box ($23)
Shipping starts 5 Sept, 2014



Please check out my previous posts on Memebox Exclusive Deals and Coupon Codes.



For more information on Memebox, please check out their website:


Thursday, 10 July 2014

MEMEBOX LUCKYBOX #6 UNBOXING

The Memebox Luckybox #5 was the FIRST box I bought from Memebox, and it got me addicted to Memebox! Two months later, I received another Luckybox...
MEMEBOX LUCKYBOX #6


Overall, I was pretty satisfied with this box, as I get to try many of the products that were featured inside previous Memeboxes and Luckyboxes, but I just didn't like the dupes I received (I know I would receive dupes, but I was just secretly hoping for the Tea Tree Essence by LGH or the Body Lotion by illi instead)!


Please check out the latest Memebox exclusive deals, discounts, and promo codes for July!!!

For more information on Memebox, please visit their website:


Thank you, and have a nice Meme-day!!!

Tuesday, 8 July 2014

MEMEBOX EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT!!!

Beat the summer heat with the Bubble Pop Box! Superbox #32 Bubble Pop Cosmetics ($32)!


This deal is exlcusively for the readers of Genie's Favourite Products:
When you buy THIS box, you can get a $3 off discount!!!

This special promotion can be used with promo codes, Meme points, and Value sets!

Please see my previous post here on more Memebox Exclusive Deals!!!



For more information on Memeboxes, please visit their website:
http://us.memebox.com/user/geniesfavproducts


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Thursday, 3 July 2014

MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #23 UNBOXING

I waited for so long for this box to ship out, and I finally received it...
MEMEBOX SUPERBOX #23: SUMMER MEETING
I wasn't overly excited about the products inside, but I am glad that it wasn't just full of sunscreen and oil-free products!!!


I wasn't too happy about the Hope Girl Mascara that I received, as I had just received another one of these in my previous Office Essentials Memebox. The other products are okay, but since it's July already, I doubt I will have any use for the CNKCOS Transformer Solution for cooling sunburnt skin (but yes, it looks like a fun product to try!). The CC cream's packaging is cute, but I seldom use BB or CC creams, so I think I'm left with the sunblock and the whitening essence that I will be using most out of the entire box!

If you're interested in any of the products inside this box, please check out my page on Memebox Products On Sale, or if they're not available, please comment below as the page may not be up to date.

Don't forget to check out my previous post here on Memebox Promo Codes for July!!!

For more information on Memeboxes, please visit their website:
http://us.memebox.com/geniesfavproducts


Thank you, and have a nice Meme-day!!!

Wednesday, 2 July 2014

Memebox July Coupon Codes

It's the start of a new month, so of course, Memebox has some new offers and deals too!!!


Coupon/Promo Codes:

$15 off your total purchase: TRYMEMEBOX (this expires on 8th July)

$5 off your total purchase: JN1DAK

$5 off on orders above $100: AFFILIATE-1313-1DZX9-KQAA

$3 off the Superbox #37 At Home: AFFILIATE-1524-064S1-ORFD

Free shipping on purchases over $70 at the Memeshop: FREESHIPPING

20% off on orders above $200: BUY200GET20%OFF (valid until 6th July)

$5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes: MEMEBUNDLE3

$8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes: MEMEBUNDLE4


VIP SHIPPING PROMO CODES (valid until 5 July 2014):

OEJEG8 - Shipping Waive for 3 Boxes ~ If you purchase 3 boxes, you only pay $6.99 for shipping

0WBWIZ - Shipping Waive for 4 Boxes ~ If you purchase 4 boxes, you only pay $6.99 for shipping


There are two new boxes up on the Memebox Website:

Memebox Special #24: Brightening Care




Memebox Special #25: Traveller's Beauty Kit



A reminder that there are free upgrades to express shipping on Box Value Sets.



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