REVIEW ON SAMPLES FROM EOSUNGCHO-FERMENTED KOREAN SKINCARE

Fermented skincare has become a trend for those believing in the powers of natural ingredients.  Introducing Eosungcho that makes fermented skincare products and other health products.  Their products are since 1984 and are made in Korea.  So if you are a person that love hang bang skincare, perhaps do check out my short reviews on some of the samples I tried.

Why Eosungcho?

The 100% Natural Health & Skin Care Solution

Premium Fermented herbs & plants formula

High nutrients eg. vitamins, minerals, plant protein

High Fibre

High Enzyme & Probiotic

100% Natural

100% Korean Made

Long term effectiveness; NO side effects

EOSUNGCHO-FERMENTED KOREAN SKINCARE 

1. Eosungcho Cleansing Foam
Description:
A refreshing foam cleanser for all skin types.
This deep cleansing formulation - enhanced with Eosungcho extract - gently yet thoroughly extracts impurities, expelling daily build-up of grime and oil.
Skin left soft, refreshed, and prepared for hydration.


2. Moisturizing Cream

Description: 

A natural rapidly absorbed facial moisturizing gel that delivers long-lasting hydration, leaving skin feeling smooth, radiant and revitalized.

3. PEELING GEL
Description:
Mild exfoliating gel, infused with plant extract from eosungcho, Japanese black pine, Chrysanthellum, Aloe
Remove dirt and dead skin cells, unclogs skin pores
Suitable for normal to sensitive skin
Restore skin clarity and resurface skin texture
Ingredients:
Algin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pinus Thunbergii Leaf Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract , Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract , Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract , Abies Koreana Leaf Extract Carbomer


4. SAP (TONER)
Description:Contains 12 natural medicinal herbs
Excellent anti-bacterial, anti-in ammatory & oil control properties
Specially designed for acnes, eczema prone skin and other sensitive skin problems
Replenishes essential nutrients and normalize skin texture
Ingredients: Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract ,Cnidium Officinale Root Extract ,Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract ,Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract ,Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract ,Morus Alba Bark Extract ,Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract ,Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Angelica Dahurica Root Extract ,Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract ,Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract

5. ESSENCE
Description:
Contains 12 natural medicinal herbs
Excellent anti-bacterial, anti-in ammatory & oil control properties
Specially designed for acnes, eczema prone skin and other sensitive skin problems
Replenishes essential nutrients and normalize skin texture
Ingredients:
Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract ,Cnidium Officinale Root Extract ,Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract ,Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract ,Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract ,Morus Alba Bark Extract ,Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract ,Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Angelica Dahurica Root Extract ,Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract ,Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract


6.  MASK POWDER
Description:
Contains 12 natural medicinal herbs
Excellent anti-bacterial, anti-infammatory & oil control properties
Specially designed for acnes, eczema prone skin and other sensitive skin problems
Replenishes essential nutrients and normalize skin textureIngredients:
Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract ,Cnidium Officinale Root Extract ,Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract ,Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract ,Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract ,Morus Alba Bark Extract ,Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract ,Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Angelica Dahurica Root Extract ,Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract ,Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract

EOSUNGCHO-FERMENTED KOREAN SKINCARE 

The samples are enough for one or twice usage so I can't tell you what are the effects in long term.  The mask powder, the essence and the sap toner have the same ingredients and but the have different fermented flowery herbal smell.  If you enjoy smell of ginseng and herbs then you will enjoy the smell =) .

The cleanser has soft foam, cleanses the skin well but it won't be able to clean waterproof makeup of the face, doesn't dry and doesn't irritate the skin.  It smell of herbal roots XP.  It has low ph since high ph immediately turns my skin red.

I am not sure what the essence and sap toner do to the skin. The sap toner is very watery while the essence is yellowish gel.  They absorb well into the skin.  The peeling gel also smell like herbs.

Moisturising cream is actually gel, provide a light hydration and suitable for oily skin type since it is not sticky.  It does have a nice light hang bang scent to it.

The powder mask is mix with the toner to create a paste which is to apply on the face.  It smell like light herbs and doesn't stain the face.  You need to get the mixture right or else it will easily become pasty on the skin.  It did calm my skin and sooth the acne slightly but I don't see much effect from one usage.


Overall, from the samples that I tried, I will recommend the cleanser, peeling gel that really makes the skin soft with one usage and the powder mask to feeling fancy.  It does like an Empress to use hang bang skincare for your face .


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REVIEW ON EPURE AMINO HYDRO INTENSE CLEANSER

Epure is famous for their jelly mask which gets rid of skincare problems such as blackheads, acne and make your skin smooth after 45 minutes of usage.  It was really popular at one point of time.  It is also known for being gentle and relaxing on the skin.

I was sent samples of the ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser for review so here they are.

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

A high performance soap-free cleanser derived from amino acid, hyaluronic acid, honey extract & XERADIN™, a highly active substance with a 24-hour lasting moisturizing effects to effectively eliminates impurities and make-up. Leaves skin feeling perfectly clean and moist.


Function: Cleansing, Whitening, Radiance, Tightening, Moisturizing

-Deep cleanse and remove make-up without stripping off the skin of its Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF)
-Non-drying and Non-irritating formulation
-Nourishes and Refreshes skin
-Provide anti-oxidant & skin lightening benefits
-Provide a youthful appearance to the skin
-Suitable for all skin, including highly sensitive skin
-Soap-free, alcohol-free and fragrance-free

Ingredients:
AMINO ACID:
Essential skin structural support, building blocks of protein. A moist agent in the transport and the storage of nutrients, especially collagen and elastin.

HYALURONIC ACID:
A vital cushion to retain water, fill spaces between cells to ensure hydration and elasticity.

HONEY EXTRACT:
Clarifying as it opens up pores to ease unclog, it comes with antibacterial properties and hefty antioxidants to restore healthy skin.

MORUS BOMBYCIS MULBERRY ROOTS EXTRACT:
An anti-ageing substance to prevent melanin formation, hence lighten skin and grant youthful appearance.

XERADIN™:
Offering long-lasting moisturizing effect to protect natural complexion for smooth and healthy skin.

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

The samples are in form of 5ml eye drop bottle so it is really easy to take it for travel.

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

Here is the texture of the cleanser.  The opaque milky lotion appearance comes from the OP301 ingredient.

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

My lipstick, not waterproof eyeliner and waterproof purple eyeliner.

ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser

After cleansing it with just the cleanser.

Full ingredients:
Aqua, Miami L-30, Emal S Paste, Amphitol 20HD, Prioly B750D, hyaluronic acid, honey extract, mulberry morus bombycis roots extract, Ablumide CDE, Xeradin , OP301, Kalcol2473, Kathon CG
I actually google here and there but couldn't find the full ingredients XP but managed to get it by contacting the company.


So, here is the break down of the ingredients of the cleanser.

Miami L-30 is actually  sodium lauroyl sarcosinate (30%) which explains the foam in the cleanser.  It is an amino acid derivative.   Emal S Paste is Sodium lauryl sulfate, Amphitol 20HD is actually low irritation surfactant.Prioly B750D is a blend of  Lauryl Phosphate/ Polyoxyethylene(1.0) Monoalkyl(C12-15) Ethers Phosphates/ Ethylhexylglycerin/Potassium Hydroxide/Dipropylene Glycol/ Water. Kalcol2473 is just a raw material for cleanser and Kathon CG is preservative

Cleanser doesn't stay on the skin for me than 5 minutes so it is kind of a waste to have some amazing ingredients in them especially with amino acid, morus bombycis mulberry roots extract, honey extract, hyaluronic acid, XERADIN™ which is from the plant Salvia sclarea L supposed to give 24 hours long lasting moisturising effect to then skin.  Unfortunately, since it is a cleanser, the goodness is just less effective.

Alright, I am going to be honest that while I think the ingredients are absolutely amazing, I do think that it is quite pricey for 100ml cleanser. but since it foams up so will need a very small amount of cleanser.  It does removed waterproof makeup unless it is sweat proof.  It is gentle and doesn't irritate my skin.

It claims to be suitable to all skin type including highly sensitive skin since it is Soap-free, alcohol-free and fragrance free.  It is not unscented since there is some smell of rose in it.

I have to be honest that I do not see anti ageing effect on my skin or the feeling of having moist skin if I don't run to apply moisturiser afterwards.  So the '24 hours' moisture is probably not going to live up on dry skin, hot and dry weather.


I think it is a decent cleanser for those that cannot live without foam cleanser, gentle, remove makeup, smell nice, doesn't contain alcohol and don't mind the price.  Please do not think that this cleanser is going to be  "All-You-Need" for your anti ageing regime. XP

Ph:6.5


Product retails for
ePure Amino Hydro Intense Cleanser 100ml for RM69.90(NP) . Made in Taiwan

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BEAUTY NEWS ON MENTHOLATUM BOTANICS

Mentholatum is a popular brand with lip balm that turn into natural lip colour and other amazing lip products. I have been using them since my teenage days and has remained one of my favourite. This year, Mentholatum Botanics launched cleansers and sheet masks.

MENTHOLATUM BOTANICS

Our story
Inspired by the goodness of NATURE from the EARTH,
Botanics is a series of Face Wash and Face Mask using only the finest natural herbal essence ingredients. Our aim is to give you high quality plant-based products that offer the best results at an affordable price.
Our passion is to give the best, naturally.


Ylang Ylang
Ylang Ylang extract is an excellent anti-inflammatory and is used as a soothing agent in cosmetics.
In the tropical regions of Asia, for many years it has been used by the local people to treat fever, infection and insect bites.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera contains powerful healing properties and helps soothe skin at the epithelial level, the layer of cells that cover the body.

It also acts as a protective layer on the skin, helping to replenish its moisture level.

Narcissus

Narcissus is used to protect skin from harmful elements especially pollutants.

 It helps lessen the skin’s vulnerability while making it look brighter.

Rosemary

Rosemary contains natural essential oil that purifies skin, preventing skin aging.

Also a powerful antioxidant, it prevents damage caused by free radicals.

Tea Tree

Tea Tree extract acts as an anti-bacteria, anti-virus, anti-fungi and anti-inflammatory agent.

It is widely used in cosmetics to fight acne and control oil secretion.

Witch Hazel

Witch Hazel extract has strong astringent properties that absorb oil from the skin.

It also fights against bacteria that cause acne.

Here are some products recommended for combination acne prone skin type.

MENTHOLATUM BOTANICS

1.  Oil and blemish control foaming wash

Contains Tea Tree and Ylang Ylang extracts

Effectively controls and prevents blemishes and blackheads

Skin feel refresh, soft and cleaned

Suitable for oily / combination skin

2. Deep clean wash

Oil and blemish control foaming wash

Contains Tea Tree and Ylang Ylang extracts

Effectively controls and prevents blemishes and blackheads

Skin feel refresh, soft and cleaned

3. Pore refining Face Wash

Formulated with Rosemary and WitchHazel extract

Helps purify pores and rebalance oil

Suitable for oily / combination skin

Pore Refining Wash

Refines, clears and smoothens skin

4. Hydrating Aloe Vera Facial Mask

Multi-vitamins help hydrates and soothes skin

Enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to form a moisture locking shield

Narcissus

Aloe Vera

Revives dull-looking and tired skin

Product retails for
Mentholatum Botanics oil & Blemish control Foaming Wash 160g   RM21.98 (NP: RM25.90)

Mentholatum Botanics deep Clean Face Wash 150g RM18.58 (NP: RM21.90)

Mentholatum Botanics pore Refining Face Wash 100g RM10.38 (NP: RM14.90)

Mentholatum Botanics aloe Vera Hydrating facial Mask 1's RM6.90

Do let me know if anyone is interested in the review of their products XP


Products are available at Guardian stores.

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REVIEW ON BIODERMA SENSIBIO H2O

Bioderma was the pioneer that had swept the world with their micellaire water. After that, many brands follow suit. However, it has remained as one of the favourite brand for micellar water or also called as cleansing water. The cleanser won Number 3 for the famous Korean Get it Beauty 2015 Show.

BIODERMA SENSIBIO H2O

BIODERMA SENSIBIO H2O

This is a sample size of Bioderma Sensibio H20 which is 20ml. It might look big here because of zoom.

BIODERMA SENSIBIO H2O

Please do not get a shock after I remove the makeup XP

BIODERMA SENSIBIO H2O

If you are into double cleansing, cleansing water is the first steps to remove makeup and the follow up with another cleanser to clean the skin. For those that dislike the oily feeling of oil cleansing, cleansing water will be another option as the first cleanser for their gentleness and ability to remove makeup.

I find that cleansing water is more suitable for my skin because of the feeling of water on my face and not greasy feeling. Besides, some oil cleanser broke me but it does not happen for cleansing water.



It doesn’t sting my eyes even when I put it on my eyes. There is no particular smell to it. Make sure to look at the embossed expiry date at the bottle. Expired Bioderma water has very strong smell of treated water when you take a sniff.

I adore this gentle cleansing water that removes everything including waterproof eye makeup products without tugging at the skin. It is also very gentle on the skin too.



If you love French products, having sensitive skin, want a makeup remover or first cleanser which is not oil cleanser and willing to spend a little more on higher end products, this is a “must try product” in your beauty regime.



Product retails
Bioderma Sensibio H20 500ml at RM109. 98 in Guardian Malaysia online.  Made in France.


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REVIEW ON DASHING MCFC NEW FACIAL CLEANSER (ICY FRESH, OIL CLEAR, EXTRA WHITE, ACNE FREE AND WHITENING SCRUB)

I think it is common now for men to care about their skin, choosing their own skincare products than just choosing whatever their mother or their wife bought for them. After all, everyone likes a men who takes care of their skin and looks presentable too. Dashing is brand that produces skincare products for men.

Malaysia’s No. 1 male grooming brand, Dashing has partnered with Manchester City Football Club to revolutionize Skin care for Malaysia Men.  The facial cleansers are inspired and endorsed by Manchester City Football Club. These cleansers are created for Asian skin, climates, strong in action and gentle on the skin.

icy fresh, oil clear, extra white, acne free, whitening scrub

icy fresh, oil clear, extra white, acne free, whitening scrub

ICY FRESH

ICY FRESH

ICY FRESH: Dashing Icy Fresh contains Ice Glacier Water for instant freshness and skin hydration. It provides long lasting freshness and cooling sensation to the skin by instantly relieving excessive heat. Tackle the dryness and kick it cool like David Silva.

OIL CLEAR

OIL CLEAR

OIL CLEAR: Dashing Oil clear formulated with secret ingredient Bamboo Charcoal that removes dirt & excess oil from the skin giving oil free look instantly. Build the strongest defence against oil like midfield defender, Vincent Kompany.

EXTRA WHITE

EXTRA WHITE

EXTRA WHITE:Score striking white skin and be outstanding like Samir Nasri.

Formulated with Swiss Alpine Plants, Dashing Extra White gives you lighter, brighter & even tones skin. It also appearance of UV induced dark spots.

ACNE FREE

ACNE FREE

ACNE FREE: ‘Nobody knows how to tackle & score better than Sergio Aguero!’ Kick off Acne with Dashing Acne Free specially formulated with Zinc& Clay to fight the acne causing bacteria. It also promotes smooth and healthy complexion,score clear skin in no time!

WHITENING SCRUB

WHITENING SCRUB

WHITENING SCRUB: Who said men can’t have flawless skin? Dashing whitening scrub is formulated with Sea Salt that deeply cleanses & exfoliates to provide an even skin tone. It helps to unclog pores, remove impurities and blackheads. Let’s score your way to a flawless skin like Kevin De Bruyne!

ICY FRESH, OIL CLEAR, EXTRA WHITE, ACNE FREE AND WHITENING SCRUB

Product retails for

Dashing Facial Cleansers are available at 100g for RM10.90 and 50 g for RM6.90.
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REVIEW ON ST.IVES BLEMISH CONTROL GREEN TEA GEL CLEANSER

Hi,

Today review is the green tea cleanser from St.Ives.  If you are into drugstores and have acne prone skin, maybe you will be interested in reading about this cleanser.

A little about this product.

ST.IVES BLEMISH CONTROL GREEN TEA GEL CLEANSER

This cleanser deep cleans to gently remove dirt and make-up to clear breakouts and calm redness.
Product Benefits
- 100% Natural Extracts
- Paraben Free
- Oil Free
- Dermatologist Tested
- Hypoallergenic


INGREDIENTS:

Water(Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Fragrance (Parfum), Sodium Hydroxide, Menthyl Lactate, Peg-150 Distearate, Disodium Edta, Ppg-2 Methyl Ether, Phenethyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Methylisothiazolinone, Yeast Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Green 5 (CI 61570), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Red 33 (CI 17200), Red 4 (CI 14700), Blue 1 (CI 42090)


So, I put up the ingredients in case you will be interested to read on before running out to buy the cleanser.  There is the SLS and colouring so for those who are particular about it then better not get it.  I don't really mind as long the product doesn't give me allergy and cleanser is not going to stay on the face more than 1minute.

ST.IVES BLEMISH CONTROL GREEN TEA GEL CLEANSER

The green tea extract is actually almost at the end of the list so the amount is little to make differences.  So the key ingredients that helps with the skin condition is actually COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE which is actually a calming ingredients and antiseptic to the acne prone skin.  Besides, there is the glycerin which is actually beneficial to the skin.

The cleanser does foamed up a LOT.  I think oily skin will find this helpful.  I did not leave the cleanser on my face because it is very drying to my other parts of my face.  This cleanser is definitely NOT for dry skin acne prone type.

I do love the smell of the cleanser which is refreshing and of green tea. =) Since cleanser doesn't stay on the skin for more than few minutes, the thing to look for is that it cleanses well, doesn't irritate the skin and doesn't dry the skin.  Use a separate makeup remover because this couldn't remove waterproof makeup.

Overall I will say that it is not a bad drugstore cleanser for very oily skin and if you are not using other strong actives like other AHA, BHA, retinol or retinoid products.

Word of advice-do not use other AHA, BHA, retinol or other peeling stuff with this cleanser if you have sensitive skin or your might have peeling skin later.




Product retails for RM26.50.  Made in USA
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REVIEW ONALOVIVI PUREVIVI CLEANSING LOTION (MICELLAR WATER)

Gone are the days where removing waterproof makeup is an oily process.  With innovation in beauty products, Micellar water came into the beauty world with the power of magical water. (I don't mean it as drinking plain water)

Micellar water actually contains special molecules that attract all the dirt from the skin without having the sticky feeling of oil cleanser.  It is sure a makeup remover for those that dislikes oil or just want the feeling of water on the skin.

What I have here is the  ALOVIVI Purevivi Cleansing Lotion from Japan.

ONALOVIVI PUREVIVI CLEANSING LOTION

Purevivi Cleansing Lotion (Micellar Water) 

is a cleanser range under the brand Alovivi from Japan. Alovivi products are famous for its main ingredients – Aloe Vera – which is greatly valued as Japan’s royal plant due to its tremendous healing, nourishing and soothing properties. 


Purevivi Cleansing Lotion is paraben-free and alcohol-free, formulated with fruit and plant extracts. A 4-in-1 micellar water makeup remover. It dissolved makeup, cleanses, soothes and moisturises the skin. It promises to dissolve your makeup so fast and thorough it leaves no streak behind! 


Suitable for all types of skin even the most sensitive. It is capable of cleansing and dissolving all kinds of makeup including waterproof ones, leaving your skin feeling soothed and moisturised.


Contains 9 moisturising natural fruit and plant extracts such as Grapefruit Extract, Lemon Extract, Jujube Extract, Apple Extract, Orange Extract, Lime Extract, Coix Seed Extract, Cuneata Fruit Extract and Aloe Extract.


Purevivi Cleansing Lotion is also free from: - Cationic surface-active agent - Fragrance - Colour Additives - Paraben - Alcohol

ONALOVIVI PUREVIVI CLEANSING LOTION

There is no box.  It is a huge plastic bottle wrap with plastic.  The solution is transparent clear just like water but it is not the normal tap water.  NOT for drinking!  Becareful with kids around since they might mistaken this as some sort of drinking water.


The English instruction and ingredients are written on it.

The ingredients are Water, hyaluronic acid, aloe extract Grapefruit Extract, Lemon Extract, Jujube Extract, Apple Extract, Orange Extract, Lime Extract, Coix Seed Extract, Cuneata Fruit Extract and Aloe Extract.

Anyone with allergic with hyaluronic acid should probably avoid this but then you can always follow up with another cleanser to remove it.

I usually treat micellar water as gentle makeup remover.

ONALOVIVI PUREVIVI CLEANSING LOTION

So, this is the bottle with all the Japanese written all over it after you strip of the plastic.  Sorry, can't read a word.  > <

EYES MAKEUP&LIPS 

Here is my face with makeup.  Only the love shape eyeliner is sweatproof.

ONALOVIVI PUREVIVI CLEANSING LOTION (MICELLAR WATER)

Removing the makeup from the face.

Remove half makeup from the face

I hope it doesn't shocked you that having eyeliner and eyebrow does make a difference in the size of my eyes.


I find that the cleansing lotion is not drying to skin.  As for whether it removes waterproof makeup, I will say it is harder as you need to soak the micellar water and place it at the waterproof makeup for a while before wiping few times.  I am talking about the purple eyeliner that won't budge or fade the whole day.

There is some sort of chlorine smell to it.  It is not strong but may not be enjoyable to some.  I wash of with a second cleanser because there is some sort of film if I leave it on my face.

Overall, a affordable cleansing water that won't break the bank especially for those who use makeup.

I wouldn't suggest one to just use it on its own.

Product retails
Purevivi Cleansing Lotion for 500ml  RM48.90 .Available in Watsons, Aeon Wellness and Sasa.


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REVIEW ON BORYEONG MUD COSMETICS

Mud is one of the beauty ingredients for skincare products.  The famous Boryeong Mud Festival is held annually in July and many went to the Daecheon Beach and Boryeong City just to enjoy the benefits of mud on their skin.


The five richest mud of the world : Canadian East coast, American East coast, the North Sea, Amazon river basin, Boryeong Mud from Seoul.

KOREAN MUD STORY

Mud has been made by soil, salts and degradation product of animals and plants that had been accumulated for a long time getting geological, chemical action and microorganism's disintegration.

For this reason, mud has lots of mineral and microelements like carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, iron, silicate compound.

Also, not only it includes organic matter and hormone analog like prolan and estrogen but also it has abundance of pieces of vitamin like thiamine, ascorbic acid, folic acid and vitaminB12.

Because of this mud's ingredients, first of all mud has a lot of mineral matter, it can make a spa effect and can make a cure effect for the circulation or metabolism of body and nervous system.

Also mud has gluey component(colloid) and a crystalline component, these can be used broadly as a physical cure method, such as a sand bath, bathing in mineral water and sea bathing.

Besides it is known as outstanding effect for trauma therapy because of the antimicrobial and sterilization effect.

BORYEONG MUD COSMETICS

1.Boryeong Mud Shampoo 500g RM 139

The shampoo with no artificial colouring, promotes healthy scalp thus reduces hair fall, dandruff and reduce oiliness of scalp. Hairs are soft and shinny even after a day of washing. Perfect for all scalp conditions.

2. Boryeong Mud Conditioner 500g RM 139
The conditioner with Boryeong mud extract and hair moisturising ingredients will ensure hair is soft, shinny, moisturise and non-frizzy.

3. Boryeong Mud Body Cleanser 500g RM 109.00
This body cleanser cleanses the skin by removing dirt effectively. Its natural ingredient and Boryeong mud extract will keep skin soft, moist and clean.
Ingredients: Clay, Citrus Extract.


4.Boryeong Mud Pack 150ML RM159
A wash-off type of nourishing mask. Containing 20% of Boryeong Mud and algae extract to deeply cleanse clog pores and face of excessive sebum, dirt and dead skin cells. Leaving skin clean, refine pores, moisturise, brighter and smoother complexion.
Ingredients: 20% Mud, Algae Extract, Oyster shell Extract, Sea Silt Extract


5.Boryeong Mud Cleansing Foam 150ML RM109
This cleanser will remove dirt and excessive sebum from face. Its soft and rich foam, will effectively cleanse the face of impurities without stripping the skin, leaving skin fresh, soft and smooth.
Ingredients: Carica Papaya(Papaya) Fruit Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract,Clay.



6. Boryeong Mud Beauty Soap RM59 
Contains 2% of Mud and Olive oil add as an intensive moisturizing effects. This product works great as an all over treatment for extra-dry skin. Since it's natural, it's the ideal pick for eczema skin.

7. Boryeong Mud Skin Lotion 140ml RM 139.00
Toner is made of 5% mud water. Toner will clean any last traces of impurities and preparing skin for the next skin care regime. Skin feel fresh and soft.
Ingredients: Sea Silt Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Algae Extract.

8.Boryeong Elasah Red Ginseng Anti-Wrinkle Water Drop 50ml (AM / PM) RM 238.00

This moisturiser with ginseng extract will regenerate collagen, detoxify and rebalance oil gland production to delay skin aging. Its natural whitening ingredients from mulberry bark extract will lighten pigmentation and brighten skin complexion. Its burdock root extract with Vitamin B and E and strong antioxidant will heal any skin conditions.

Here is some of the samples for Boryeong mud skincare products.  Since most are 6ml samples which are for about 1-2 usage, I can't really tell you exactly what are the long effect of using the products or find anything special with just one usage.  So, do take my review with grain of salt.

Boryeong Mud Beauty Soap

Boryeong Elasah Red Ginseng Anti-Wrinkle Water Drop

sorry for the blur photos. the camera just won't focus.

Boryeong Mud Cleansing Foam

The Elasah cream is transparent and light gel .  You need to gently massage it until water drops form or feels like it has turn into water, and lightly pat skin to increase absorption. A thin film will be form to retain moisture all day long.  It is meant for dry skin type.

The Boryeong Mud Pack has a grey colour and smooth texture to it.  Application is really easy.  The mud dries down to light grey and easily wash of.  The skin does feel cleaner and less redness overall.

Boryeong Mud Beauty Soap smells very much like mud as it doesn't contain any other fragrance.  It foams up but not much but you don't need the foam to clean the skin.  The soap cleanses my skin well and it is not drying.

Boryeong Mud Cleansing Foam has a pearly light pink colour to it.  One only need about a pea size as it foam up really well and cleanses the skin well.  It sure smells floral which is nice too =O

As for the shampoo, conditioner, body cleanser and lotion(toner) since I can only use them once, I can only tell you that they smell nice and doesn't irritate my skin.



Among all the items I have tried, Boryeong Mud pack and the Boryeong Beauty soap are products to look at if you are interested in Boryeong magical power of mud.




For more information, please visit Boryeong Mud official website and Boryeong MUD Korea.malaysia. Products are sent for my consideration. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

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KOREAN SKINCARE ROUTINE 2015 FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN

Many had actually emailed me and asked me to recommend products for acne prone skin.  Actually I am not in a position to tell what you should buy because I haven't get to try all the products in the world as well as my limited knowledge to what I had tried and what works for me.  Besides, I am not a certified dermatologist who is trained with many years of knowledge about skin.

I am just a self-taught person who through trial and errors found products suitable for me.

Before getting whatever I use, please check your age, skin types, your allergies(acne prone skin are known to be allergic to few things namely nuts, milk, sugar or medicine) and your type of acne (cystic, small localised bumps, pustules, blackheads or whiteheads).

Currently my skin is not bad but it is not perfect.  I still have those box scars and only procedure can remove it.  By the way, if you are pregnant, then I don't suggest you to use exactly what I used.


I am actually already in my late 20s so the type of skincare products I used are different from teenagers because adult skin can't take any harsh beating. Skin also heal way slower than the teenagers thus the scars =( .

Nevertheless here is what I actually use when I have pimples/trouble/acne.


Cleanser

Natural skincare cleanser- a'kin sandalwood and neroli pure facial cleansing gel (combination skin)
Drugstore - cetaphil gentle skin cleanser (dry skin) (if you do not mind paraben) Amazon link
Ayurveda-Himalaya Purifying gel cleanser (for oily skin and for men) Amazon Link


These two are my favourite cleansers after trying so many in the market.  Cetaphil has paraben if you don't mind.  I don't use cleanser specifically for acne because they are mostly drying.



Acne/pimples cream
Hoe T3 Mycin Clindamycin Gel 1% (afternoon)
Review on Differin (only at night) Amazon link
zinc oxide and calamine for acne prone skin (sensitive skin)
Tea tree (oily skin)
nixoderm (oily skin) Amazon link

Here are my few favourites.  I had tried so many and will still come back to these.  They are not from expensive brands but they work wonders.  Clindamycin is a type of antibiotic so stay away from it if you are allergic to aspirin or antibiotic.  Differin is a type of gentle retinoid but I think one need prescription if you are from the US.  In Malaysia, you can just get it from pharmacies.

Pure tea tree oil is generally recommended for oily skin type and do not use it too much as it is can be toxic.  It works.

Nixoderm is actually sulfur and it works wonderfully but do not apply too much as it will burnt your face.  Mmm, after all beauty is pain?

I love calamine to heal the skin and to reduce the size of the pimples but of course you can only use it at night or else looking like a ghost with white patches around the face.


If you are into Korean acne prone skin then do check these popular Korean brands
Enca (oily skin)
Ciracle pimples series
Chica Y Chico Tota 
CORSX

Moisturiser

Klairs moist soothing (dry skin)

Skinmiso pore zero night Cream
Marula oil (sensitive skin)

It is really important to use moisturiser since acne prone skin get irritated when it is dry.  Even if you have oily skin, you should use one.  Marula oil works the best on irritated skin but it is the most expensive one out of the four but if you have the money, you should try it.



Blackheads&whitehead

skinmiso pore beauty nose pack from koreaIf you only have blackheads and whiteheads on the nose then try this.  I think it is still the best even after trying so many brands for blackheads and whiteheads.  This is the only one that hasn't fail me and still work despite using it for few years.



If you are wondering why I didn't recommend toner, serum or emulsion, it is because my skin is too irritated to be able to use too many things when I have pimples so I will just use few products.  You should use sunscreen during the day even when you have pimples to prevent further damage to the skin.

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