Hello guys! Today, I'm gonna review another soap from the local Philippine brand called The Beauty Bask! I have tried their soap Paradiso before and this time, I'm gonna tell you my thoughts about their Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous Soap.

A little bit of info about the brand - The Beauty Bask Urban Organics is a multi-benefit skincare line made with ECOCERT-certified organic ingredients. They currently have four soap blocks: Himalayan Renegade, Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous, Paradiso and lastly, Amongst The Stars. They also have two beauty oils (available in 17ml or 30ml): Purveyor of the Lush and Chasing Daydreams.

Now, on to this review!

About Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous

What: Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous, 100g
Price & Where: Php 208 at The Beauty Bask

Product Description

Who says only women need good skin? Say hello to our MR. & MRS. ANDROGYNOUS #BeautyBlock! Even your significant other will enjoy using this on his face! Comes with a subtle minty cooling effect, those lovely specks are actually Chia Seeds and Australian Tea Tree Leaves!♥

Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous is an anti-bacterial and potent PH balancing beauty block in a golden tinge speckled with lush herbs + a minty scent. It has a subtle cooling effect brought about by its natural and certified organic ingredients. Clinically proven actives target irritations and help address inflammations while working at a cellular level to nourish your skin as protection and repair from pollution, sun and stress. This energizing beauty block can be used daily and whenever you want to cool down after a workout. It's also perfect for sharing with your significant other to teach him a thing or two on skin fitness!

Ingredients List

Pure vegetable glycerin base, Tsubaki, Chia Seeds, Melaleuca, Sunflower, Marigold, Calendula, Mint, Sage

Here's a Cosdna analysis of the ingredients. According to the analysis, the ingredients are all safe to use. Of course, don't use it if you are allergic to any of the ingredients regardless of the safety rating.

Instructions

Lather with water between hands and apply generously to face and /or body. Lather directly on skin for mild exfoliation. Leave in a little longer if your skin is not sensitive. Rinse off. Smells good enough to be sniffed on all day and gentle enough to be used as needed daily.

First Impressions

Like Paradiso, the packaging is very simple. The soap was neatly packed in plastic with a sticker label. Manufacturing and expiry dates are stamped on the plastic.

Batch number (?), and Manufacturing and Expiry dates.

the Beauty Block

The soap itself is a square block with chia seeds and tea tree leaves pressed on its surface. 

My Experience

This is a good soap. It performed well against dirt and grime. I felt clean and refreshed afterwards. It smells really minty too. I like the scent of Mr. & Mrs. Androgynous better than Paradiso since it somehow uplifts my mood. Using this in the morning quickly perks me up.

The chia seeds on the surface acts as an exfoliant. However, since it is only pressed on the surface, the seeds naturally fell off after about two weeks.

If you are wondering about the size

The soap looks small (it is smaller than a MAC bullet!) but the whole bar lasted for more than a month. It lathers well so you don't have to use a lot. From the Beauty Bask's description, this is recommended for normal skin / combination skin. I agree since this did not make my skin feel dry or squeaky.

Will I Repurchase / Recommend?

This is supposed to Energize + Balance + Rejuvenate. I think they did well on those fronts. I honestly like this better than Paradiso! However, I probably won't repurchase since it's quite pricey for me. I will use it again if I can get my hands on it but for now, I wanna explore the other soaps our local market has to offer.

That's it for my review! Let me know if you have questions. :D

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WHAT: A:CONCEPT All In One Essence A:Cushion
PRICE & WHERE: PHP 970 at Althea

Do you resist beauty trends? Prefer traditional, safer routes? I plead guilty when it comes to makeup. I always stick to liquid foundations and thought cushions are just a trend that would pass by when it was introduced a few years ago. Well, looks like I'm totally wrong! It is still going strong and there's even cushion blushers and cushion lipsticks now! Safe to say they are here to stay! I guess it's time I stop resisting. :p

I have no idea what brand I should get as my first cushion but Althea solved it for me. At the time, they were offering an exclusive A:Concept makeup box and this cushion is one of the items inside! I've been using this for more than a month now so here's my review!

About the Product

This cushion contains SPF50+ PA+++ with whitening, anti-wrinkle and sunscreen benefits. I can't find the full ingredients list, but according to the description, this contains sodium hyaluronate, bifida ferment lysate, propolis extract, hydrolyzed collagen and ubiquinone to make the skin moist and elastic. Aside from that, it can also brighten the skin and cover blemishes.

The cushion has 9 grams of product and is available in 2 shades: #21 Light Beige and #23 Natural Beige. The one I got is the shade Natural Beige.

The box packaging. The information is all written in Korean.

the packaging is sealed with a sticker

Cushion should be used within 12 months after opening

front and back of the compact
The Manufacturing and Expiry date is stamped at the bottom.

The cushion compact is glossy black, like the box it came with. I like the way it looks but it is such a fingerprint magnet! It also feels quite flimsy. Most compacts are made with plastic too but this doesn't feel very sturdy.

(1) Open the compact and you'll see the cushion puff (2) The actual cushion is sealed with a sticker
(3) I peeled off the seal and there's another plastic inside (to prevent the foundation from drying up, I guess)
(4) Peeling off the film that protects the mirror. So satisfying! lol

the cushion and the puff

The cushion looks like its drenched with foundation but when I pressed a finger on the surface, there's literally NO product transfer on my finger! I think 9 grams of foundation is not enough. They should have added more to soak the cushion.

The puff doesn't help. It's soft but it doesn't really absorb well. The middle pic above is taken after I have patted the cushion several times. I managed to get more product on the puff (third pic above) after pressing down heavily on the cushion. You can see the outline of my fingers, lol.

Btw, if you have A:Concept lipsticks, they fit here.
Cushion and lipstick on the go!

Shade Swatch & Performance

Indoor light vs Outdoor light

I think the shade would suit most Filipinas since it has a warm/yellow undertone. I'm NC35-ish above - this shade is definitely lighter than me but I think I can still make this work.

(1) bare cheek (2) unblended - you can see the foundation versus my skin
(3) AFTER 3 LAYERS. I tried getting coverage but lol no just look at it

Once blended, it brightened my face and looks very natural. It is dewy, almost sheer and looks like my natural skin. It was able to even out my skin tone after 1-2 layers. It's a tiny bit sticky at first but once it sets, it is not as tacky. I still set it with powder since I prefer a matte base.

The coverage is very light. I tried building it up to cover my moles and pimple scars but after the 3rd layer, they are still visible plus it just doesn't look good on me! The 3rd layer is actually not thick. It does not feel heavy at all, but it emphasized all my pores and skin texture. 💀 Since the shade does not match me perfectly, it looks even worse. I just stick to 1 or 2 layers. 😆

My face did not react negatively with this cushion - no breakouts or clogged pores. Another thing to note - because of the high SPF, this has a flashback. It's not very severe, I don't look ghostly white in flash photographs but it is there.

Did it last long on my face? Around 3 hours only but it fades beautifully. No creases, no cracks. It did not settle on fine lines and wrinkles. It just looks like it disappeared but the glow is still there!

Verdict - Will I Repurchase?

Overall, this is an everyday cushion that looks very natural and makes the skin look great. I think this would be perfect for people with less blemishes to conceal.

However, I will not repurchase. I like it but my issue is the amount of product inside. It is too little for my liking. At its price of Php 970 (approx 20 USD), I can buy regular foundations that have more coverage and would last much longer. I would buy this again if the cushion is soaked through (or if it has free refill). Hopefully the brand will improve!

And that's it for my review. Hope it helps~

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What: Giga Shampoo Bar, 100g
Price and Where I Bought It: Php 199 at Lazada, (bundled with Giga AHA Soap) 

Ever since my positive experience using an organic shampoo bar (see my B&Soap review), I've been looking for more similar products. I saw this Giga Shampoo Bar when I was browsing through Lazada's website and decided to give it a try.

So... here's my review!

About the Product

It's my first time hearing about Giga and after a quick research, it looks like it's a Philippine brand! It's always nice to discover locally-made items. #tatakpinoy

The company is established in 1999 and now, their product line includes natural soaps, spa, aromatherapy, natural therapy, pet care, and baby care. According to them, 98 percent of ingredients found in GIGA products are plant-based (Natural) and 90 percent are locally-sourced within the Philippines. Interesting.

the top and bottom of the box

the back of the box

The packaging is very simple. Just a box with all the standard information. Inside, the soap is protected by a plastic sheet.

How to Use: Firmly hold soap and rub it all over your wet body. Rinse well.

Ingredients: Virgin Coconut Oil, Aqua, Sodium Hydroxide, Olive Oil, Rosemary Extract, Patchouli Oil, Sodium Silicate, Lavender Oil, Tetrasodium EDTA, Coconut Milk, BHT

According to their description, this shampoo bar is hand-crafted, sulfate-free, paraben-free, and all-natural. The base is made from virgin coconut oil.

Here is CosDNA's ingredient analysis for potential irritants. Sodium Hydroxide and Sodium Silicate has a safety rating of 3 while BHT has a safety warning of 6. Regardless of the ratings, don't use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

My Experience

my hair before using Giga

Even with no sulfates, this soap lathered up very well. After I rinsed the suds off, my hair felt really dry and stripped of all oils and dirt, just like my experience from using B&Soap. 

However, unlike B&Soap, my hair did not feel soft, smooth and frizz-free AFTER drying. I kept using it everyday for two weeks hoping my hair would adjust, but it didn't.

If you're looking for a shampoo that will remove product buildup (and everything) off, then this will help you a lot. However, I don't recommend this as an everyday shampoo. After the end of my two-week test period, my hair looks worse than when I started. The shine was gone and my hair looks very dull. :/

I decided to use the rest as a body soap. It smells like Perla mixed with something minty - probably the patchouli oil. I'm not a fan of the Perla smell but it gives you that squeaky-clean feeling - perfect if you're feeling grimy and want to get rid of the sensation.

Will I Recommend/Repurchase This?

As a shampoo, I don't recommend it. As a body soap, I think it's okay. I probably won't repurchase this again since I don't love it enough. Will still try other Giga products.

Have you tried Giga? How's your experience? Tell me below!

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Hey, guys! I'm back with another Saladbox unboxing. :D

For the month of May, Saladbox collaborated with VMV HypoAllergenics! This month's theme is Superskin Heroes and subscribers will get items that are "perfect for your skin, truly skin-savers!" I have only tried a few of VMV's products but what I've tried has impressed me so far. I'm a big fan of their Armada sunscreens. I trust the brand name so I'm looking forward to trying more VMV stuff!

According to the Saladbox Sneak Peek video, subscribers will be able to try TWO out of the following: (1) Essence Antibacterial Hand Gel, (2) Essence Hand And Body Smoother, (3) Essence Skin Saving Superwash, (4) Essence Skin Saving Milk Conditioner, (5) Hydra Balance Gentle Cream Cleanser, (6) Spring Fresh Oil Free Nourisher, and lastly (7) Hydra Balance Smart Moisturizer.

Aside from the above, subscribers will also receive another two surprise samples. Whatever you get, the value of the products is supposed to be above Php 1,000! I'm excited!

What's Inside The Box

the contents of my May 2017 Saladbox

The May Saladbox is their standard plain pink box, no customized design. It arrived on my doorstep on the first week of June but I have just very recently started using it. I will write a full review once I'm ready. Anyway, let's see what I got!

1. VMV Essence Skin-Saving Superwash, 50ml, Php 345.00

What: VMV Essence Skin-Saving Superwash Hair + Body Milk Shampoo (Mini), 50 ml,  Php 345.00

"rich, non-drying, bump-preventing, clarifying clean; with anti-oxidants;

helps prevent acne + irritations on face + body skin"

The first item in my box is this interesting shampoo. It smells like coconuts and you can use it on your hair + body!

As a shampoo, it's able to clean my hair and remove all oils. It is a bit stripping (my hair felt kinda squeaky after rinsing off) but nothing extreme like this organic shampoo. On the body, however, it's very rich, creamy and very moisturizing! It lathers a lot, removes that grimy feeling and washes off immediately too! Love it!

I've only tried this for a couple of days but I definitely prefer using this as a body wash. The bottle is only 50 ml though so it would probably last less than a week if used that way. Woe is me.

2. VMV Essence Skin-Saving Conditioner, 50ml, Php 345.00

What: VMV Essence Skin-Saving Conditioner (Mini), 50 ml, Php 345.00

"softening + hydrating; fortifying proteins + richly hydrating virgin

coconut oil; light, non-greasy; leaves no weighty residue"

Paired with the milk shampoo/body wash is this milk conditioner. It smells like coconuts too but the smell is stronger than the shampoo. The texture is thicker and richer than most conditioners. It's viscous and doesn't slide off my hands.

It's a kinda weird seeing a coconut oil conditioner touted as being light and non-greasy BUT it is totally true. The conditioner is very creamy, heavy and hydrating but it is somehow also super-duper ultra-omega lightweight and non-greasy! My hair seems like it's just absorbing everything in! Unlike other conditioners that leave a residue, this one won't. It washes off easily. Like I wrote earlier, the shampoo can be a bit stripping but this reverses all that! My hair is so soft and silky! <3

Like the shampoo, I have only tried this for a couple of days and so far, I'm LOVING IT!!! I just wish they opted for a container with a pump since it's hard to get the product out. The amount is tiny too - just 50 ml. I co-wash my hair everyday and I have to restrain myself from using a generous amount so that I can stretch my product use for at least a week. :/ Will post a full review once I finish my bottles. :D

The next two items in my box are 4g samples of VMV's Hydra Balance Cleanser and their Essence Smoother.

3. VMV Hydra Balance Gentle Cream Cleanser, 4g sample (approx Php 25)

"Gentle, moisture-balancing, facial cream cleanser with monolaurin, 

virgin coconut oil + antioxidants. For combination skin."

OMG, this is such a gentle yet effective cleanser! It is non-foaming, it doesn't lather up, but once you rinse the cream off, your face will be clean and bright! It doesn't make my face feel tight and dry. I don't like coconut-based products on my face since I usually break out from them, but so far, no problems! No clogged pores, closed comedones and whatnot. This is for people with combination skin but I think people with drier skin will also like this. This is a very moisturizing cleanser.

The full-size tube (120ml) is priced at Php 765.00.

4. VMV Essence Hand + Body Smoother, 4g sample, (approx Php 46)

"The smoothest move you'll ever make. This lotion's surprising lightness belies seriously s-"ooh"-thing, reparative moisturization. With coconut-derived fatty acids, glycerin, organic virgin coconut oil + antioxidants for unrivaled softening of even very parched skin."

The next item I got is this lotion sample. My sample pod was not properly sealed and was already open when I got it. Thankfully, no spills!

packaging mishap!

Since it was already open, I used it immediately. :p

This lotion smells like pure coconut oil. It's not surprising because coconut oil is second in the ingredients list. I'm not a fan of it, it's very strong.

I concentrated applying it on my ankles, elbows and other dry parts. They really meant business when it comes to moisturization because I have the smoothest baby-soft skin after!

Just one thing - the description says it's very light but nah, it's probably in the medium area. It is light, yes, but that is if you compare it to similar very moisturizing lotions. It dries and gets absorbed after about 10 minutes. It is not tacky but it feels slippery if mixed with water or sweat.

The mini-sized version (30ml) is available at VMV's website for Php 345.

The last item I got is a VMV coupon. Just message me if you want the code, :p

Is this Saladbox Worth It?

When it comes to the products I got, I am satisfied! These are all new items to me and VMV is a brand I really wanna try more. I wish they added one more sample because 4 is just too few and they are all minis. Parang bitin lang ng konti.

Price-wise is where it gets disappointing. The total value of the box is only 761 PHP, way below their promised Php 1000+ value. Uhhh, anyare?

Saladbox monthly subscription is 500 pesos and when I subscribed, they promised subscribers will get double or triple the amount they paid for. If you look back my past Saladbox reviews, their boxes are almost always nowhere near their predicted box value.

Final Verdict

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this box but for the reason stated above, I'm not satisfied with it too. Haha. I hope they continue releasing boxes like this but I wish they increase the value more! This is my 10th Saladbox out of a 12-month subscription so I'm hoping that the last two will be able to satisfy me and my high expectations (lol).

The June Saladbox appears to be a haircare box (Vitress and Kolours) based on Saladbox's Instagram teasers. I'm looking forward to it!

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Hi! In today's post, I'm gonna share with you my experience using White Virgin Lip Gel from the Korean brand Milky Dress. Note: This product has been discontinued. I'm gonna share my experience anyway. T_T

The product is described as a whitening lip gel for improving pigmentation. According to the product page, it contains ingredients that nourish and effectively lighten dull and dark lips. It is supposed to permeate the lips with moisture while being completely non-sticky.

There is a tip at the bottom of the product description saying this lip gel is ONLY for those who want to have natural pink lips and who wants to care for dull and dark lips. For years, I've been looking for an effective lip bleach to lighten my pigmented lips. So... totally me? Hahaha! I have very dark, uneven lips, so I really want this thing to actually work!

Packaging and How It Looked Like

Description at the front: "It is absorbed without any stickiness as light & soft gel type,
keeps moisturized and brightens dull lips with niacinamide & botanical extracts."
Price and where I got it: Php 210 at Althea Korea

The packaging is very minimalist in design. It's very simple, just white with a pop of turquoise green. My pics doesn't capture it but the "White Virgin Lip Gel", in both box and product, is a shiny metallic silver.

The top part has the product name and a sticker seal. The bottom part has no writings.

The front and back of the box. Most of the text is in Korean.
(Click the pic and zoom in to read!)

The other sides of the box. The ingredients list is available in both Korean and English.
(Click the pic and zoom in to read!)

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Xylitol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xantham Gum, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Fragrance, Milk Protein Extract, Tremelia Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Niacinamide, well-known for its lightening and moisturizing benefits, is 4th in the list. That's pretty high up. There are lots of humectants and botanical extracts in the list as well. The ingredients look okay to me but make sure to do your own research and check for your own irritants.

The front and back of the product. The writings on it are mostly the same on the box.
(Click the pic and zoom in to read!)

Unscrew the metallic cap and the nozzle will be revealed!

The lip gel comes in a plastic 10-ml tube with a nozzle to dispense the product. It's quite easy to get the product out - just squeeze the tube until you get the desired amount. I think the packaging is hygienic since only the product you dispense will get exposed. Just make sure you have clean fingers before using this.

The 10-ml tube compared to a 10-ml mini bottle. They have the same diameter.

The only thing I don't like about the packaging is... it's full of air! The packaging is thick and well-made but I wish it was made a bit more compact in size. I have to squeeze and squeeze before the lip gel comes out. If I squeeze too much, there is risk of spilling a lot! So, be careful!

Swatch and Application

Here is a swatch on my wrist.

I applied a little blob on my wrist. It's consistency is gel-like. It becomes light and watery once you spread it. It dries and gets absorbed completely in about 3-5 minutes, depending on how much you rub it in.

Fragrance is listed as an ingredient but this doesn't have any scent in it. Weird. Regarding taste, you wouldn't want to lick this. It tastes very bitter.

My Experience & Product Results

DAY ONE (1) Bare lips (2) Putting the gel on my lips
(3) After spreading it all over my lips (4) How my lips looks like 5 minutes after

As you can see, I have very dark lip edges. My upper lips are especially pigmented. After putting on the lip gel, my lips instantly look brighter and plumper . After about 5 minutes, the gel was fully absorbed. Unlike lip balms, this product didn't leave a shiny film all over my lips. However, my lips felt really hydrated, soft and moisturized from within. Notice that my lips are fuller in Pic 4 compared to Pic 1 where my lips look dehydrated and sad.

So, moisturization powers... check! But does this product effectively lighten pigmentation? I specifically bought this for that purpose...

a skeptical Hermione to show you how I felt

Well, I used this at least once a day, more if I can remember to apply. After around two months, here are the results.

results

Sorry about the lighting lol. My lips are still dark particularly at the edges, but they did lighten up considerably. You need to keep on using this if you want to see more results.

Will I Repurchase Again?

Yes! I dislike the bitter taste but this product is an easy & convenient way of lightening dark lips. It's an effective moisturizer too. Love it! I have tried natural homemade remedies for dark lips (like lemon juice and cucumber juice) but frankly, I don't have time on that.

I would totally recommend this to everyone who suffers from dark, pigmented lips excEPT I JUST LEARNED THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED!!! So sad. If you know similar products, let me know and I will try it!

And that's it for this review! :(

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What: Beauty White Vampire Whitening Soap v.2, 85g
Price & Where: 85.00 PHP, from a Shopee seller

Hi, guys! I told you in a previous post that I hauled some Thai products through Shopee. My first Thai product review was a disaster but, whatever! Nothing can stop me from trying out this Vampire Whitening Soap from the brand Beauty White. This is another Shopee best-seller and of course, I'm a curious cat and I just have to try it myself.

Without further ado, here's my review!

About the Product & Packaging

The back of the packaging

First of all, the soap is housed in this black & red vampire-inspired box. It is holographic and twinkles if you move it to and fro. The stuff on the box is written mostly in Thai, except for the ingredients list.

The soap inside is protected by plastic. It is smaller than I expected, being only 85 grams.

The soap has this vampire logo imprinted into it.

Ingredients (from the box):
Ascorbic Acid, Citrus Auranium Amara Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Oil, Fragrance, Glycerin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water

The product description (from the seller) says this has rose oil extracts to help stimulate the skin cells and blood circulation resulting to healthy skin, lycopene from tomatoes to maintain skin's youthful appearance and soft like baby skin, arbutin that inhibits melanin causing freckles and dark spots, and glutathione, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin B3  to help skin look healthy, luminous, even when out in the sun.

Except for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) and Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), I don't see the stuff mentioned above in the actual ingredients list. What gives? So deceptive! Always read your ingredients list, guys! The soap indeed smells like roses except, like I said, rose oil extract is not in the actual ingredient list. It's probably the added fragrance. -___-

My Experience

With Vampire in the name and packaging, it's obvious I'm gonna be a vampire after using this, right? Just kidding. Vampire pale, perhaps. I'm not really looking for super-whitening but I want all the help I can get to even out my skintone. Let's see if this works.

soap lather and the color

This soap lathers really well! Just a few rubs and I was able to get the pic above. The soap suds were tinged pink from the soap's color but it went away after foaming it up more. I left it on my skin for 2-4 minutes then rinsed it off. It's good in removing dirt and grime. I felt clean after washing the suds off.

A downside I noticed is that this soap is not compatible with Maxipeel (Tretinoin + Hydroquinone). I'm using Maxipeel Exfoliant #2 (which I got it from my Summer Girl Saladbox) on my face and neck.

During the first time I used this, I applied the soap all over my face and body. My face and neck felt itchy all day even if I rinsed it off. I stopped using it on the Maxipeel areas and the irritation stopped. If you are on tretinoin or hydroquinone, I don't recommend using this at the same time.

Another downside is that this soap melts really fast. I divided the soap into two and only use it once a day. Despite that, the whole bar only lasted for 2 weeks. That's a really short time! Maybe that's why I don't see any changes in my skin tone. It didn't give me the vampire skin it promised me. Not one bit! Like, nothing at all! Yikes.

Will I Recommend/Repurchase This?

Honestly, NO. I'm not impressed. The downsides far outweighed the very few positives it had. Sure, I used it for a very short period (only 2 weeks!) but I have previously tried a soap that really delivered results within the same amount of time! This vampire soap pales in comparison.

I have a few more purchases from Shopee. Fingers crossed they work because what I tried so far are quite disappointing. Have you tried this product? Tell me below if it performed miracles for you! Haha!

Disclaimer: This review is written based on my own personal experience. I bought the product with my own money. What works for me may not work for you and vice versa.

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