There are times that you just want something sweet in life.
Here is a review on Paldo Rice Punch .
Paldo reinvented rice punch as a modern beverage under the brand name Paldo Birak Sikhye in 1993. Paldo received Halal certification (indicating products that Muslims can consume or use) from the Indonesian Halal Agency BPJPH for five of its beverages which including Birak Sikhye.
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Paldo Rice Punch
Sikhye is a traditional sweet Korean rice beverage which is non alcoholic.
In addition to its liquid ingredients, Sikhye contains grains of cooked rice or pine nuts.
It is usually served and enjoyed on traditional holidays, such as Chuseok and Seollal, after heavy eating to aid digestion. It's sweet and has a unique subtle taste of malt.
Packaging: Nice yellow can with information in English. The Korean word is the name of this drink.
Review: It is easy to open the drink with just puling the tab. The drink is clear with rice bits floating inside the drink. It is sweet, slight malt flavour and addictive. It does taste like rock sugar which is pretty good. There is no strong scent or taste of ginger. I enjoy the delicious flavour very much especially chilled on a hot day.
Overall: Tasty non alcoholic traditional Korean Sihkye drink which is good for health as well.
Product retails for
Paldo Rice Punch 238 ml
Made in Korea
For more information, please visit official website.
Product is not sponsored.
However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
Review on The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum.
Global beauty brand from South Korea, THE FACE SHOP adheres to its philosophy of "Natural Story." THE FACE SHOP aims to be environmentally responsible by being cruelty-free, and utilizing only natural, organic ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. THE FACE SHOP belongs to LG Korea.
Some of the best known THE FACE SHOP products iare Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam and Real Nature Face Masks.
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum
Product Description The Vitamin Serum brightens up dull and uneven skin through the Vital Vitamin Solution, which is made of vitamin compounds with a purity of 98% and above.
Features & Benefits: ▶ Applied with liquid crystal particle forming technology ▪ Ceramide-based liquid crystal particles ▪ Similar to skin’s lipid structure ▪ Multiple layers of a moisturizing shield ▪ Minimizing the evaporation of moisture and retain skin’s moisture ▪ Long hours moisture retaining
▶ Feels mild on the skin ▪ Clean Beauty formula ▪ Light and moisturizing ▪ PEG-free and cyclic silicone-free ▪ Fit for use even in hot and humid weather
How to Use: Take an appropriate amount, spread it on your face, and pat it lightly to absorb it.
Packaging: Details in English and a little other language. Nice bright orange box to protect the product. Don't throw away the box and keep the heavy bright orange pump glass bottle inside the box.
Use Ascorbyl Glucoside is a water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. It is much more stable in water but it is less potent than direct L-Ascorbic Acid.
Contains BHA and Niacinamide are good for oil control and acne prone skin.
Vitamin E, Ceramides which are good for skin barrier and speed up healing
Contains many hydrating ingredients-cholesterol,panthenol, serune, shea butter, hyaluronic acid
Many types of oils that hydrate the skin, speed up healing of the skin and antioaxidant
There is citris oil that some can be sensitive to
The rest the ingredients are for emulsifier, texture, pH adjusting and preservatives.
Texture: Watery based serum that absorbs into skin without residue. It has the scent of citrus orange which disappeared once dried down. Gentle vitamin C that speed up healing, brighten skin, hydrating, reduce acne scars, anti aging, oil control , and reduce dark spots.
Review: Gentle stable vitamin C derivative that does need to put inside the fridge and gentle enough for everyday usage. Serum doesn't pile and is good under makeup. After using it for 2 weeks, it does brighten up the skin, speed up healing, reduce fine lines, hydrate the skin and skin feels plump. It doesn't clogged the pores and skin does feel softer to the touch.
Overall: Gentle vitamin C serum for every skin type.
Product retails for The Face Shop Vitamin Brightening Serum (30ml) Made in Korea
For more information, please visit official website. I received this product for free from Picky and The Faceshop Malaysia in exchange for my honest review. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
Review on CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream.
"Skin health that begins with proven ingredients."
Parent company CKDHC founded in 1996, the company has become the best known beauty / health supplements producer in Korea. Chong Kun Dang Red Ginseng Sticks and LACTO:FIT Powder Sticks are easily found among the best sellers at stores like Olive Young.
In 2017, the company established a cosmetics department and several skin care brands under CKDHC such as CKD-Guaranteed. CKD is an abbreviation for Calm & Keep for Dermatology and it stands for achieving skin health care through Chong Kun Dang health care technology while following the criteria's below.
Selection: CKD's products all start with carefully selecting nutrient-rich ingredients that are proven effective in caring for the skin's health.
Absorption: Through CKDHC's technology allowing the active ingredients to penetrate the skin faster, easier and deeper for better results.
Responsible: CKD strives to create products in an environmental, social and ethically responsible manner.
Through the years of research in nutrition and biotechnology, it has been able to produce consumer Retino products (as one of the first in Korea) that caught the attention of many skincare enthusiasts upon its launch.
The best in line is the Retino Collagen line that uses 300 dalton (micro molecules) water-soluble collagen that can actually be absorbed by the skin when applied to the skin surface and does not remain on the surface, unlike large sized collagen. The patented Flexible LiposomeTM (Patent No.: 10-2081180) technology, the active ingredients are absorbed faster and deeper into the skin. In addition, the products of this line also contain the so-called Elastic Collagen ingredients combination such as collagen-generating Retinal (stabilized 3rd generation), Hyaluronic acid and Elastin. They also happen to be one of the first brands in Korea using Retino in skincare products.
Collagen keeps skin firm, resilient and young. With the reduction and loss of collagen, our skin becomes more rough and dry, causing lines and wrinkles and the skin barrier becomes more weak and even damaged.
Collagen is produced by our body and we can get collagen from food such as fish (2000 dalton collagen). However, as we get older, our body will have more difficulty converting and producing collagen.
On average, we will lose about 1% of collagen annually starting from the age of 20.
By applying collagen directly to the skin's surface we can tackle such problems, but it is quite a difficulty for our skin to absorb topical applied collagen due to its absorption rate. With CKD's advanced technology used in their Collagen line, the small molecules of collagen will be easily absorbed by the skin for effective results.
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
CKD GUARANTEED Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream
ABout ▸ The stainless steel massage roller is hygienic and cooling and can promote blood circulation so that active ingredients are better absorbed. By means of massage, lymphatic drainage is stimulated and waste products can be removed more quickly. ▸ Collagen synergy of highly absorbent collagen supplement + collagen producing Retinal + collagen support complex. ▸ Contains 73,5% 300 dalton low-molecular-weight water-soluble collagen & 200 ppm of stabilized third-generation Retinal (helps generate collagen in skin). ▸ Retinal are directly converted to retinoic acid on the skin and are therefore many times more effective and stable than retinol (retinol > retinal > retinoic acid) for the reduction of wrinkles. ▸ Contains collagen supporting complex of Hyaluronic Acid and Elastin. ▸ Using patentent FLEXIBLE LIPOSOMETM technology (Patent No.: 10-2022230) to enhance the absorption of the active ingredients. ▸ Ideal for the age group 20s-50s, who are concerned about decreased elasticity on neck, fine/vertical wrinkles, double chin and dull complexion from blood and lymph circulation.
Packaging: It uses recycle materials and soyink to print the box. Details are in English and in Hangul. The squeeze tube has metal guasha roller.
Ingredients talk:
Paraben free, sulfate free, alcohol free, Eu allergen free, mineral free, essential oils free, reef safe
Collagen (73,5%): hydrates and moisturizes, reduces lines and wrinkles, plumps and firms the skin for a youthful appearance. Retinal (0,2%): vitamin A form that is directly converted on the skin to retinoic acid for effective wrinkle reduction. Hyaluronic Acid: hydrates and moisturizes the skin. Elastin: hydrated, plump and smoothens the skin texture. Ceramide: moisturizes the skin and smoothens skin texture. Helps with skin cell repair. Aspartic Acid: an amino acid that will help with the build up of collagen. Peptides: regenerates skin cells and promotes collagen production.
Contains ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides, retinoid and vitamin e.
Good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
There is also a lot of plant ingredients to calm skin and reduce acne.
The rest the ingredients are for emulsifier, texture, masking and preservatives.
Texture: Soft slight brownish cream that goes on transparent after using the guasha roller to apply on the skin. It is cooling and has calming floral scent that disappears once it dries down.
Review: Application feels good as it has massaging effect and the cream goes on smooth. Do wait a little for it to dry before going to bed. It does firm up the neck area a little after using it for 2 weeks. I probably have to use longer to see more tightening and lifting effect since retinal and collagen does take time especially in physical products. My neck is pretty sensitive but this doesn't irritate my neck so it is good.
Overall: A gentle retinal anti aging firm skincare made for sensitive skin area.
Product retails for
CKD-Guaranteed Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Guasha Neck Cream -50ml
For more information, please visit official website. I received this product for free from Picky and CKD Guaranteed in exchange for my honest review. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
La Mer, the luxury brand that famous celebrities are harnessing the magical Miracle Broth from.
The constant talk of the world, Crème de la Mer.
The bourgeois brand for beautiful flawless skin.
The one Miracle broth that landed on plebeian me.
Let's talk about La Mer The Cleansing Foam.
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
La Mer The Cleansing Foam
This gentle cleansing foam purifies, calms, and re-mineralizes the most delicate skin. Crafted with La Mer’s proprietary Deconstructed Waters™, this cleanser effectively draws out impurities and excess oil without disrupting skin’s moisture barrier. A light wash to soften, comfort and nourish, energizing skin for a bright, fresh, healthy-looking complexion
How to use: Massage over damp skin to create a rich, foaming lather. Rinse thoroughly. Avoid eye area.
Huber's labs use the kelp to create Miracle Broth, a compound that ferments for three to four months, and gives La Mer its soothing and radiance-boosting power.
Packaging: Beautiful exclusive green coloured box that is signatured of La Mer. The box itself is also wrap with plastic to avoid tempering. The elegant white tube has a heavy metal cap.
contain fragrance, Eu allergen-not free, fungal-acne safe (malassezia)-not
Contains Miracle Broth, sustainably harvested Giant Sea Kelp that undergoes 3 to 4 months of fermentation and exposure to light and musical sound waves producing special broth that contains vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
The rest the ingredients are for pH adjusting and preservatives.
Texture: Creamy greenish paste that turned into soft foam. It has La Mer's signature scent which is calming sophisticated powdery citrus fragrance.
Review: The products lasted about 5months since one need small amount to foam. It has pH7-8. It removes non waterproof makeup well and does have nice calming scent. It doesn't cause breakout and is non irritating. Since it contains exfoliating ingredients, It removes dead skin cell well and it is better as night cleanser for combination oily skin type. It can be drying so use a moisturiser.
Overall: Ultimate high end luxury foaming cleanser with signature Miracle Broth for those that can afford it.
Product retails for
La Mer The Cleansing Foam 125ml
Made in Belgium
Products:
• Bvlgari Eau Parfumee Au The Blanc Eau De Cologne Spray • Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion SPF 35 - # 010 • LA MER The Cleansing Foam
For more information, please visit official website. Product is sent for my consideration. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
Here is a review on FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence .
Flaskin - The ingredients project Flaskin is a compound word of laboratory equipment "flask" and "skin", which together represent our mission to discover the best ingredients for your skin through comprehensive study.
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence
The core element of healthy skin!
A protein-supple essence that creates' firm, healthy skin through the synergy of soy protein and biome ingredients found in youthful skin.
Helps improve skin density
Helps improve skin elasticity recovery
Helps improve skin roughness
Recommended for all skin types: oily, dry, combination, aging, or acne-prone. In particular, protein recharge is a must for saggy skin, a common skin concern caused by the daily loss of protein.
Hypoallergenic-tested (upon a 6-week human repeat patch test.)
Key ingredients :
formulated with skin-friendly ingredients including soybean protein (77%), biome (skin elasticity), bifida (skin texture), panthenol (hydrating/soothing), and adenosine (anti-wrinkle).
DIRECTIONS: Apply an appropriate amount gently along the facial skin texture and lightly pal to absorb the product into the skin.
Packaging: Simple box design with details in English and Hangul. Nice pump plastic bottle with transparent bottle
Ingredients talk:
Paraben free, sulfate free, alcohol free, Eu allergen free, silicone and fungal-acne safe (malassezia).
Cruelty-free, fragrance-free.
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract (778428ppm) which is 77.8%
The main ingredient: Hydrolyzed Soy Protein is from a process that turns soy protein into amino acid. It changes the structure without destroying the nutrient value. It is to speed up healing and hydrates the skin.
Texture: Slighlty slimy brownish texture that is very light that goes on transparent once absorbs into the skin. No particular scent.
Review: It absorbs into the skin without sticky feeling. It soothe the skin, gentle on the skin, reduce redness , reduce fine lines and strengthen skin barrier. After using it for nearly 3weeks, it does reduce breakouts and acne on my face. Skin feels more hydrated, smoother and plump. It does not pile under makeup so I can use it during the day too.
Overall: It is a great gentle essence with gentle ingredients for repairing, restoring and soothing skin barrier.
For more information, please visit official website https://www.flaskin.com/ . I received this product for free from Picky and FLASKIN in exchange for my honest review. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
I finally got braces in my 30s and here is my teeth braces journey in Malaysia.
If you are wondering the reasons, it is because of the price, the need to travel for the braces and I finally give in to societal pressure of beauty and health reason.
Here are the Q&A that I got when people see that I have adult braces.
I've got self ligating braces or speed brackets or Damon braces.
What is the price of braces?
Price in RM . Ringgit Malaysia (Malaysia's money currency)
Some people has insurance that covers orthodontist so check with your insurance provider.
If you are under 18years old, you can get it with the government . See a dentist in the public hospital and get referred. You usually have to wait for 1-3years.
Some universities or military clinics also offers braces.
Standard braces
The cheapest braces at private is RM5k- RM12k for standard braces.
Clinics will have payment plans so do ask.
Initial payment of RM400 to RM4k
Subsequent payment of RM150 above
Self ligating braces cost RM7k to RM12k.
The price of braces doesn't include extra apparatus, teeth mold, retainer, ortho kits, teeth extraction, x-rays, medicine of painkiller/antibiotics, other teeth treatments (filling, scaling, polishing, rubber bands, etc).
If you loose or break your brackets then you need to pay for it.
So asked about it in your consultation.
I have chosen self ligating braces because it is faster than standard braces and easier for cleaning. Of course it is more expensive. Also, unlike the standard braces that you will do teeth extraction before you begin, teeth extraction comes later for self ligating braces. Make sure your orthodontist is within reach because anything can happen with self ligating braces.
What was in my first consultation?
If you are going to pay a lot for braces, it is good to see a few before committing to it. You walked and asked for the price but don't accept the first one you met. Just say goodbye to them if they tell you to sign up that day itself.
They should also answer all your dental questions in the process of teeth-checking. You'll will also know the amount of tooth extraction, dental treatments price, and the estimated duration of your braces. How long it will take is just the orthodontist (educated guess). They will usually tell you it's 18-24months.
Does braces hurt?
Some lucky people said they experience zero pain but that's not me.
Some orthodontist tend to do major adjustment for adult as we ain't want to be on braces longer than necessary.
Sometimes, minimal adjustment for children as no one wants their kids to complain about hurting.
For shorter duration of time in braces you trade in with some form of pain. Just remember you are moving your teeth through bones.
It is more uncomfortable, painful and you just feel like giving up in the beginning of the journey. It will go away once you have adjusted to braces in about 3 months.
Whole mouth feels tight with some muscles soreness (the kind you have been exercising extra hard.) after adjustment.
Some of the other painful things will be power chain, ulcers, cuts, wires poking inside your mouth throughout your treatment and unable to close their mouth from that bite block. If you are young, palate expander hurt
Try soft food unless you are masochist who loves pain and nagging from your orthodontist. I can't even bite the potato chips.
So, don't give up!
Do I need teeth extraction?
Not everyone but but mostly do.
I had 3 teeth extraction more because of crowded teeth.
Your orthodontist will review your teeth at each apointment and inform you about the process.
Don't insist on not removing crowded teeth because it can harm your bite. There are some cases that slight flaring can be treated with IPR but not all.
What must have for braces?
The elite rich gets water pick, electric toothbrush and antiseptic mouthwash.
Commoners like me just made do with simple toothbrush, toothpaste and salt water.
Also carry your interdental brushes, dental wax, floss pick&mirror because food get stuck.
Don't forget your dental wax on the metal brackets to reduce the pain from pesky ulcer.
Orthodots is better I heard.
Gishy Goo that stays in place for hours that won't come off.
Silicone cover to cover the brackets.
How long does braces treatment take?
Actually, it is your orthodontist educated guess by looking at the initial condition of your teeth. They will usually tell you its 2-3 years.
Adult teeth tend to move slower but then it also depends on how much needs to be done on your teeth. Some teeth are like stubborn teenager that refuse to budge so it will take longer.
So, don't miss your appointment with your orthodontist and together your teeth will transform with that smile soon be a reality.
Problems I didn't know exist before my self ligating braces
I have those speed brackets braces but I actually had to see my orthodontist way more often in the beginning. In one of the months, I actually seen my orthodontist 5times 😅 .
My bracket came off even when I was just eating porridge so I just go F you and I am going to eat whatever I want.
I had potato chips, guava&chicken feets but most of the time it didn't come off.
Sometimes the top archwire lengthen too much and keep poking me giving me huge ulcers.
I seem to be riding rollercoaster with unexpected twist and turn.
Eat soft food for days you can't really eat and cut everything into small pieces.
Overall: Path to a perfect smile may have a few bumps along the way, but it'll be worth it in the end.
Not a paid post or sponsored. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
