Review | THE FACE SHOP The Therapy Essential Formula Foaming Cleanser

As you can see in my skincare routines, I've been using several products from The Therapy; an anti-aging skincare line by THE FACE SHOP for the past year which had lead me to getting more sister products from the same line early this month at their Buy 2 Free 1 sale! Usually before deciding on buying anything from this brand, I'd be trying a sample or two so after trying a deluxe sample that was given to me as GWP recently, I bought the full-sized Essential Formula Foaming Cleanser sister.


Before jumping into the review, I'll have you guys know that the reason to get this cleanser is mostly because I'm enjoying more hydrating, moisturising, even nourishing skincare products as my normal to oily skin is leaning towards drier side these days so when it comes to cleansing products, I'd prefer cleansing balms and oils rather than micellar waters as first cleansers and as for second cleansers, I'd choose cleansing foams that don't bubble up so much as those tend to give me dry, taut skin afterwards.


Now let's get into it, shall we?

I've noticed that this cleanser is from the brand's The Therapy Essential Formula hence I'm expecting for it to be a moisturising product targeting those with normal to dry skin. I'd say that The Therapy skincare line itself is aiming those aged 30 and above like myself but if you are with similar skin type then why not give yourself a chance to try the whole line?

Product Description:

Formulated with ultra nourishing Oat Seed, Marigold Flower, Bay Leaf, and Olive, blended carefully by hand over a period of 6 weeks, this foaming cleanser creates rich, dense foam that gently removes surface impurities while leaving skin feeling moisturized and comfortable.

Capacity: 150ml

Packaging:

Like the rest of the The Therapy skincare products, this cleanser came in that beige box with vintage vibe especially due to the fonts and logo design. Such lovely vintage French style I'd say.

 

At the side box, there's the origin story of the The Therapy natural blending method with English and French product description on the other side of the box. It's important to note that this product is formulated without 7 additives; parabens, tar colorant, animal-derived ingredients, mineral oil, talc, paraffin, polyacrylamide.

Also, the cleanser does contains Alcohol Denat which can be irritating to sensitive skin but looking at its position not in top 5 of the ingredient list, I was assured by that and don't find this irritating my sensitive facial area which is my U-zone; lower cheeks and jawline at all. Still, if you could find some time and get yourself a sample to try then please do so.

At the bottom of the box, there's indication that the product is to be used within 12 months after opened. Note the distributor sticker; LG Household & Health Care which is the licensed distributor here in Malaysia so no worries! It's definitely authentic product from South Korea!

The product came in a tube packaging with similar design to the box and has the same product description on it. I'm loving the look and feel of the tube for sure.

 

There's simple product name at the back of the tube and the expiry date is embossed at the top of the tube for easy reference. The format is YYYYMMDD.

The cleanser came with a nice cap for easy product dispense and the proper amount of cleanser you should be using for the whole facial area should be in the size of  Malaysian 20 cent coin or ~20mm.

Application:

 

I always dispense like a pea-sized of the cleanser which as you can see when it's flattened out above, it's roughly in the size of 20 cent coin. I've been using this cleanser a lot in my night skincare routine as a second cleanser so after mixing with some lukewarm water, I'd be lathering it up and thoroughly massage it all over my facial area. This doesn't bubble up so much as it feels rich, smooth and creamy foam along the cleansing routine. This cleanser has the same scent as its other sister product which is nice and not overpowering at all.

After rinsing it off, I usually let my face to air-dry after tapping the excess water for a minute; to absorb as much moisture as I can then followed up with the first treatment product for the day.

Final verdict:

Overall, I'd give this product 4.5/5. I really do like it as it does what it claims; rich foam that gives luxurious feeling but seems to work rather gently on my skin without leaving it feeling dry, taut as my skin is indeed feeling moisturised, nice and smooth. 

After double cleansing steps, I'd definitely recommend for you guys to add another step before toner and that would be a first treatment product and as shown in the above photo, my choice here would be the cleanser sister product; I'd say it's the star of The Therapy skincare line, First Serum. This is simply to be used with cotton pads and not only removes any excess from the cleansing step, it moisturises, making my skin feeling smooth and plump. 

I guess that's all from me. Let me know your thoughts on this product by leaving comments down below. I'll see you guys on my next post. Annyeong~ 

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THE FACE SHOP The Therapy Essential Formula Foaming Cleanser

RM59.90 (Inc. 0% GST)

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Website | http://thefaceshop.net.my
E-store | https://www.thefaceshop.com.my/
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thefaceshopmalaysia
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thefaceshopmalaysia/

Disclaimer: Links provided are non-affiliated and merely for your sole convenience. The product was bought with my own money and all my opinions stated here are my own based on my personal experience using the above product.

Review | Althea X Titi Kamal Stay Fresh Body Sparkling Mist

When it comes to body fragrance, I have many types of perfumes; from the lightest body mists to the thickest perfume oils and most of my fragrances are vanilla-scented if not floral except Jasmine which I cannot tolerate no matter what form the flower comes in; teas, scented candles even air-freshener therefore when Althea announced their first product for their body care line; Stay Fresh would be a body mist made off mixed scents of fruit and floral, I'm all in! Introducing the new Althea Stay Fresh Body Sparkling Mist, a delightful concoction of floral and fruity notes indeed but first, let's go to basic details of this perfume.

Althea Stay Fresh Body Sparkling Mist

Product Description:

• Althea x Titi Kamal collaboration fragrance
• A lightweight feminine scented body mist
• Has fruity and floral notes featuring orange, peach and rose

Ingredients highlight:

• Damask Rose water - keeps the skin hydrated
• Orange Flower Extract - Refreshes the senses
• Elder flower extract - Cools and soothes the skin while giving out feminine scent.

How to Use:

Spritz all over the body in a light layer before you head out the door. Take with you in your handbag or purse and use as fits your lifestyle.

Ingredients:

Alcohol, Water, Glycerin, Fragrance, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract, Magnolia Liliflora Flower Extract, Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract, Lilium Tigrinum Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin

Now, let's talk about the packaging!

This perfume didn't come in a box and was wrapped with plastic instead. The bottle is like a regular plastic bottle with that cheap-looking pump but to me, it's fine as long as it's working. With rose being the base note for this body mist hence the brand went with roses being illustrated on the bottle itself. The pink hues are indeed cute and looks so pretty next to the serum facial cleanser that Althea sent me.

 

There's no English product description printed on the product itself as everything is in Korean but rest assured as you can find all the information you need on Althea website which I've linked below.

The product expiry date is printed at the bottom of the bottle and as you can see in the above photo and the format is YYYYMMDD.

APPLICATION

I'm pretty sure you guys know how to use a body mist but if you don't, no worries! I used to complain to my mum to get me at least Eau de Toilette body perfumes as body mists last like 2 seconds with me until I learned that we're supposed to spray directly on our body instead of clothes. Boy, I was so wrong! Although, I have to point out that body mists mostly contain lots of alcohol so if your skin is sensitive to it or you just prefer no-fragrance fragrance then it's better to opt for water-based perfumes or Eau Fraiche; fresh water. 

The scent is fruity for the first few minutes then the rose scent just filled me subtly, not overpowering at all unlike most affordable body mists in the market that just turn me off with overly strong scent either too fruity or too floral to my liking. I usually apply the body mist first thing after going out of shower and then put on my clothes before spraying few times all over me while twirling and dancing around to make sure the mist goes on well.... just kidding! Not the dancing part though. hahaha

I know the bottle is actually pretty lightweight and easy to carry around but the 100ml sized bottle is still pretty big to me so I'm going to find a small bottle to transfer some of the product into or maybe I should just transfer the facial mist instead. I'll update you guys on my Instagram Stories for that.

Overall, it's a nicely-scented body mist; the fact that my body reacts negatively with fruity body products kind of worries me initially but I'm glad the bursts of fruity scents balanced well with the rosy scent so all is good! To be honest, when I first saw the word "Sparkling" on the name of the product, I was worried if there's going to be glitters or shimmers in the body mist therefore thank God, no.


This product is currently available to purchase on Althea; linked down below and if you're new to Althea and planning to purchase more than RM150, use my link (click here!) for 20% discount off your first purchase!

I guess that's all for now and do let me know your favourite body mist and thoughts on this body product from Althea by leaving comments down below. I'll be seeing you guys on my next post. Annyeong~

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Althea Stay Fresh Sparkling Body Mist RM35.00 (Malaysia only)

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Website | http://my.althea.kr/

Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/altheamalaysia

Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/altheakorea

Disclaimer: Links provided are non-affiliated. This product was sent to me for review purposes and all opinions here are based on my personal use of the products.

Review | Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser

I know I just received this product like less than 4 weeks ago but I guess I'm going to break  my rule and do this review today as I'm utterly shook with its capability to remove (for lack of better words) the most-difficult-to-remove makeup item that I have in my stash. Sure, I don't have much point makeup in my collection but girl! It stains so much that only the most expensive cleanser (best of the best oil cleanser I've tried so far!) I have in my skincare stash can fully remove it at one go and this recently launched cleanser from in-house brand of Althea; latest addition to their Althea Pore Essentials line actually beats the aforementioned cleanser  as it removes the stain much quicker but that's not all!

... but first! Let's go to basic details of this cleanser.

Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser

Product Description:

• A purifying cleanser with a serum-like formula
• Removes makeup, dirt and oil without drying out the skin
• Balances the pH levels of the skin to ensure it stays healthy

Ingredients highlight:

• Mint leaf extract - Cools down the skin and soothes irritations
• Jojoba seed oil - Deeply moisturizes any dryness without feeling heavy
• Tea tree leaf extract - Has antibacterial properties that purify the skin

How to Use:

Dampen the skin and apply on a small amount. Gently massage onto the skin in circular motions for 5-10 seconds before rinsing off with water.

Ingredients:

Water, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cyclomethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Fragrance

Now, let's talk about the packaging!

This cleanser doesn't come in a box and was wrapped with plastic instead. The bottle is like a regular plastic bottle; kind of thin and squeezable and it's in that pretty turquoise colour that you guys know I am a fan of; a code colour that I believe is associated to lots of pore-focusing skincare products. Don't believe me? I've used bunch of sheet masks packed in turquoise-coloured sachets. Check them out to see what are their targeted concerns!

 

There's no English product description printed on the product itself as everything is in Korean but rest assured as you can find all the information you need on Althea website which I've linked below.

The product expiry date is printed at the bottom of the bottle and as you can see in the above photo and the format is YYYYMMDD. This cleanser came with such basic cap for product dispensing which is fine but I've got a better option I can go for.

 

You guys remembered that cleansing oil I've got early last year? I've finished it I think around November but I was still hoarding my 6-month empties up until recently so I'm glad I can somehow reuse part of the packaging so look at how snuggly the pump fits that Althea facial cleanser? Works pretty much the same!

APPLICATION

I have to admit that at this point of time, I actually tried removing those 4 makeup items by using 4 different first cleansers and makeup removers as they're the toughest products to remove that I currently have in my makeup stash (except cushion foundation); (on hand) mascara, matte liquid lipstick, eye tint (you guys know when product's named 'tint', it's gonna last for a while) and one of few matte cushion foundations that I'm rotating these days. Only 2 out 4 cleansers that actually capable of removing that eye tint, you guys!

 

After using the cleanser several times, how I'd prefer using it would be like a cleansing oil where I dispense like 4 pumps on to my palm and then massage it all over my facial area; first the cheeks, then the nose, up to forehead, down to lower cheeks area to my neck then up again to my eyes. I usually take one pump just for my lip area to melt down the liquid lipstick and possibly  dead skin cells. This step usually took me about 2 minutes.

When everything's melted off, I'd wipe all of it with facial tissue or just thin air-laid cotton pads; whichever close to me. As you can see, none of the product left on skin!

 

I think this cleanser also can be used as second cleanser although there's some sort of film that I feel after rinsing it off. When mixed with water, it doesn't emulsify or anything; just thicker in consistency but I gotta say I'm loving the minty cooling effect it gives while I'm washing my face with it.

Tapping off all the excess water with clean towel or just pat all the water into my skin; depends how in the rush I am at that skincare routine then proceed with my exfoliating toner or first treatment essence or serum of the day. Even prior toning step, I don't feel my skin feeling dry, taut or anything; thanks to Jojoba oil and glycerin I'm guessing. Just fresh and ready for the next step!

I think everyone can enjoy this simple yet powerful first cleanser unless you can't tolerate minty sensation because I know some sensitive skin people avoid this but there's also the tea tree extracts to calm the skin in it unless you can't have tea tree (bija-preferring people) in your skincare products. Either way, do patch test to see how your skin react to any product and proceed with caution.

Overall, I do like this cleanser and already ordered my third bottle for it - Althea is giving away cute stickers with every Althea Exclusive purchase! Go check it out!

This product is currently available to purchase on Althea; linked down below and if you're new to Althea and planning to purchase more than RM150, use my link (click here!) for 20% discount off your first purchase!

I guess that's all for now and do let me know your thoughts on this serum cleanser by leaving comments down below. I'll be seeing you guys on my next post. Annyeong~

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Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser RM33.00 (Malaysia only)

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Website | http://my.althea.kr/

Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/altheamalaysia

Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/altheakorea

Disclaimer: Links provided are non-affiliated. This product was sent to me for review purposes and all opinions here are based on my personal use of the products.

Beauty Empties | December

Here we are, after tracking i.e updating my inventory  for my extensive skincare products that I have, we have arrived at the final post of 2018; Empties Post for the last quarter of this year so let's get started!

As per usual, let's start with skincare and for this category I've finished my first bottle of that Natural Pacific (currently known as Nacific) Deep Cleansing Oil. One of the best makeup remover I've tried  as it literally removes all kinds of makeup I have so I already am on my second bottle. As for the pump, I'm reusing it for another product that deserve at least a good pump.

As for that full-sized I Am Sorry Just Cleansing: Cleansing Water which I'm only half-way through the 500ml bottle, I don't know why but it suddenly turned into that milky-coloured water. As I've already finished the travel-sized bottle, I stopped using the big bottle one on my face and use it to clean my makeup cases or bottles instead. Won't be repurchasing anytime soon. 

That Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Micro Foam is a nice deep cleanser however I've noticed that this dries out my skin so much afterwards I had to spray on facial mist literally 3 seconds after stepping out of shower or maybe it's just my skin that's going crazy right now so I guess I won't be repurchasing this anytime soon.

This time around, I've finished using that Innisfree Moisture Lip Scrub and its Treatment sister. I've got to say that I finally found products from the brand that I don't appreciate at all. Even after using these two together religiously, I still feel my lips aren't improving in moisture department. Won't be repurchasing.

As for that Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule 100, I'm so thankful to Wako Beauty for sending this product as it's truly a saviour while I was recovering from episodes of allergic  reactions which resulted my skin being overly sensitive for about 6 months. I finished my first bottle and received another from fellow micro-blogger and I'm already halfway through it. Definitely will purchase a third bottle soon.

I've finished that Koelf Bulgarian Rose Hydro Gel Eye Patches little after 2 months as my under-eye area had patches all  over which is driving me nuts sometimes so it seems that it's time to enforce the habit of using eye cream in my routine. I'm not repurchasing this as I've already bought its sister product.

That Innisfree Green Tea Sleeping Mask is kind of nice as it does moisturise well and I don't mind the scent at all but as I've already tried its upgraded version, I'm going to get the new one instead.

I actually felt sad when I pumped out the last portion of this Brightening Up Sun from Dr. G. From the overall finishing to texture and colour, I love every bit of this sunscreen. It works well with my skin and as I was so curious to try its sister products, I bought a trial kit that include the mini-sized upgrade version of the above sunscreen (SPF50+) along with the mild and moisturizing sisters with PA++++ from Sasa.

Now onto makeup empties! I've finished the LANEIGE BB Cushion Pore Control SPF50+ in No. 33 Cinnamon and I'm currently using its refill. You guys know I'm all over cushion foundations from LANEIGE and but I do think with the release of 2 other cushions; Powder Fit and Layering Cover Cushion this year, the brand will likely release the fourth upgraded version of their permanent line of cushion foundations next year.

For primer, I've finished the first full-sized version of that Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Face Primer and as I haven't found anything similar to it in terms of performances, I decided to just get another tube of it around April. As I use this primer solely under foundations, I always use that LANEIGE Lumi Block Primer prior my cushion foundations application as the consistency is thinner and suits the cushion foundation finishing; nice and natural even with powder on top.

Speaking of powder, I've finished another tub of my all time favourite translucent powder, Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder and its Blur sister. You guys probably can tell that I still have backups for both of these. Same goes to my newfound love in powder department, Althea Petal Velvet Powder in Translucent. I've finished my first tub and I already have 3 tubs as backups. Yes, I'm totally obsessed with this affordable makeup from Althea.

While I was taking care of my hospitalised nephew throughout October till early November, I've finished at least 3 bars of homemade soap that I bought from Gaya Sunday Market and that travel-sized Green Tea Fiji Body Wash and Body Butter. As I don't like any of it, I don't think I'd be repurchasing them.

Last but not least, Soul Secret Blossom Perfume from THE FACE SHOP in that 2017 holiday packaging. I do love the scent but I'm going back to my old favourite body mists from THE BODY SHOP for now and will not be repurchasing this anytime soon.

So that's all of it! I hope you enjoyed reading this post and do let me know your thoughts on these emptied products by leaving comments down below. I'll see you guys on my next post! Annyeong~

Blogger Mail | Althea X Titi Kamal Collaboration and Dual-Use Facial Cleanser

I guess receiving another lovely blogger mail from Althea is one of the ways to end 2018 with a bang! There are two products included in the blogger mail; a facial cleanser and a body fragrance that the brand created through a collaboration with famous Indonesian actress, singer, Titi Kamal! I know her from my favourite Indonesian movie; Ada Apa Dengan Cinta and of course, its sequel! Obviously, Titi is much more beautiful than over 15 years ago since the first movie so it's such a lovely collaboration I'd say!

As for the facial cleanser, it has serum-like consistency, I guess? It's indeed the first time I've encountered such product so I'm actually excited to see its capabilities in removing makeup or as morning cleanser, maybe? By the way, don't you think that these two products look great side by side? I think the colours complement each other  so well!

Both products are already available to purchase on Althea; links are down below and if you're new to Althea and planning to purchase more than RM150, use my link (click here!) for 20% discount off your first purchase!

I guess that's all for now and I'll be seeing you guys on my next post. Annyeong~

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Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser RM33.00 (Malaysia only)

Althea Stay Fresh Sparkling Body Mist RM35.00 (Malaysia only)

||| Official links |||

Website | http://my.althea.kr/

Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/altheamalaysia

Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/altheakorea

Beauty Empties | Sheet Masks 6.0

Before posting my Empties for the last quarter of 2018, I'm gonna share with you guys about the sheet masks that I've used throughout the past 3 months and although the numbers for this quarter went down to 66 as I was just finishing up the sponsored ones while the rest are expiring this year, I'd sure hope I'm gonna clear out some more of my sheet mask stash in the next quarter.

MORNING SHEET MASKS

Jayeon Aloe Hydrating Mask - 5

Jayeon Raspberry Brightening Mask - 5

Jayeon Pearl Whitening Mask - 5

Reneuf Refreshing & Purifying Moisturising Mask (AHA)

Reneuf Nourishing & Moisturising Mask (Almond Oil)

Reneuf Whitening & Moisturising Mask (Vitamin C)

Reneuf Extreme Hydrating & Moisturising Mask (Hyaluronic Acid)

Reneuf Brightening & Moisturising Mask (Vitamin E)

Reneuf Antioxidant & Protection Moisturising Mask (Witch Hazel)

Reneuf Lifting & Firming Moisturising Mask (Papaya Extract)

Leegeehaam Tea Tree Soothing Mask - 5

Leegeehaam Vita Propolis Nutri Mask

Leegeehaam Dual Peptide Firming Mask

LANEIGE Water Pocket Sheet Mask - Time Freeze (Face-Fit)

LANEIGE Water Pocket Sheet Mask - Water Sleeping Mask (Special)

Holika Holika Juicy Mask Sheet Energizing (Blue Berry)

Holika Holika Juicy Mask Sheet Elasticity (Pomegranate)

LipHop Black Cheers Bean Hydrating Facial Mask

LipHop Black Cheers Rice Nourishing Facial Mask

Boscia Charcoal Pore-Minimizing Hydrogel Mask - 2

DEWYTREE Ginseng Nutritious Black Mask

Combos Skin Extra Brightening Dual Black Mask

NIGHT SHEET MASKS

VPROVE Mask Master Daily Caring Hydro Gel Mask Aloe

VPROVE Mask Master Daily Caring Hydro Gel Mask Lavender

VPROVE Mask Master Daily Caring Hydro Gel Mask Jasmine

VPROVE Mask Master Daily Caring Hydro Gel Mask Rosemary (Vitalizing)

VPROVE Mask Master Daily Caring Hydro Gel Mask Witch Hazel Water (Soothing)

Paparecipe Bombee Whitening Honey Mask Pack - 2

Paparecipe Bombee Black Honey Mask Pack - 2

Paparecipe Bombee Rose Gold Honey Mask Pack

Paparecipe Bombee Honey Mask

SeaNTree Steam Essence Mask Sheet - 2

Etude House Dr. Ampoule Dual Mask Sheet (Brightening Care)

Etude House Dr. Ampoule Dual Mask Sheet (Luminous Care)

Etude House Dr. Ampoule Dual Black Mask Sheet (Skin Purifying)

Etude House Dr. Ampoule Dual Black Mask Sheet (Pore Clearing)

This quarter, I feel like I've used lots of more expensive sheet masks compared to previously. Of course, it's because there are more concentrated treatment masks, multi-steps masks, etc but discovering new brand like Jayeon is just nice as I love using affordable sheet masks for my morning routine. Hope to see more brands like this! 

As I've already talked about most of these sheet masks on my Instagram by #myrasheetmaskdiary, feel free to ask me about any of them by leaving comments down below. I guess that's all from me, I'll be seeing you guys on my next post! Annyeong~