WHAT: Rire Bubble Bubble Lip Mask
PRICE & WHERE: 350 PHP at Althea Korea

Most lip care products come in the form of sugar scrubs, sheet masks or lip balm/cream but Rire differentiates itself from the competition by introducing the Bubble Bubble Lip Mask - a special gel mask for the lips that foams up and removes dead skin cells by using bubbles instead of scrubbing.

According to Rire, the Bubble Bubble Lip Mask has three main selling points. First, rich bubbles remove dead skin to soften the lips. Second, this is a gommage peeling gel. No more scrubbing with microbeads! Third, this contains lemon extract and Vitamin C to moisturize the lips!

the box packaging it came with
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The item comes in a cheerful yellow box with all the info you need. There's the item description, usage instructions, ingredients list and manufacturer details in both Korean and English.

The lip mask itself

The mask is packaged in a 12 ml plastic pump bottle which is more or less the same size of a normal lipstick tube. I find it convenient and travel-friendly, although I think the design could be a lot better.

The product is slightly larger than a lipstick tube

Ingredients
Water, Cellulose, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Perflouoroisobutyl Ether, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Panthenol, Allantoin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 19140, Ascorbic Acid

Aside from citric acid, the product also contains orange peel oil and fruit extracts from lemon, grapefruit and lime. These ingredients help in gently exfoliating dead skin cells and lightening pigmentation. Hyaluronic acid is also present to prevent dryness and hydrate the lips. Here's the Cosdna analysis of the ingredients. Avoid using this if you are allergic or sensitive to any of the ingredients.

How to Use
(1) Take an appropriate amount and apply throughout your lips. (2) Wait 2~3 minutes until sufficient bubbles come up. (3) Once your lips bubble up, massage your lips gently. (4) Wipe off with tissue or water.

My Experience

texture of the lip mask

The lip mask has a fresh lemon scent and looks like a normal gel at first. I recommend putting some on your pointing finger and applying it to the lips immediately because it bubbles up fairly quick.

1st pic - a few seconds after application
2nd pic - two minutes later

I used two pumps to fully cover my lips. The sensation while it was forming bubbles was fun. Know that pins-and-needles feeling when your arm/leg sleeps? It kinda felt like that except the tingling is a lot more gentle and amusing. Regarding taste, better not move or you'll risk eating the bubbles! Lol. The product is definitely not for tasting since it's a bit bitter.

1st pic - the result after popping the bubbles
4th pic - results

After 3 minutes, I popped the bubbles and used the resulting "scrub" to exfoliate my lips. After a minute or two of scrubbing, I wipe it off using a paper tissue. No residue is left behind but I prefer following it up with a little bit of water to remove the bitter taste.

Results

The product removed a lot of dead skin but from my experience, there's always a patch or two of dry areas left behind whenever I use it. I have to reapply a second time to fully remove all the dead skin. I can understand why because the formula is very gentle plus there are no exfoliating beads or sugar grains to rub in. Another thing to note is that my lips felt soft from the exfoliation but the product does not add moisture. You have to apply a separate lip balm to protect and hydrate your freshly exfoliated lips.

Verdict

Personally, I prefer lip scrubs that are more abrasive so I would not be repurchasing this once it's empty. However, if you're in search of a gentle lip mask, then this product is certainly worth a try! It's quite effective in removing dead skin, it smells good and it's easy and mess-free to use.

I got my Rire Bubble Bubble Lip Mask through Althea Korea for only 350 PHP.  If you're new to the site, you can use my referral link to sign up and get an additional 200 PHP discount! If you had tried this product, feel free to tell me about your experience!

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WHAT: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Micropeeling Toner
PRICE: Php 79.75 for 60 ml

Hello, guys! I saw Belo Intensive Whitening Micropeeling Toner at SampleRoom and decided to give it a try. Belo is a trusted brand when it comes to skincare and they claim to have combined the power of Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid in one intensive whitening toner!

According to them, their micropeeling technology will gently clear away dead skin without visible peeling and flaking and will exfoliate the skin to allow the whitening actives to penetrate deeper. It will reduce the appearance of stubborn dark spots and eliminate impurities, dirt, and makeup residue. Aside from that, the toner is paraben-free, non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic.

The result? Skin that's thoroughly fairer and smoother in just 7 days! Let's see, shall we?

Direction for Use:
Apply to face and neck with cotton. Avoid eye area. Use morning and evening. Maximum effectiveness with continued use.

Ingredients:
Water, Denatured Ethyl Alcohol, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Lactic Acid, Fragrance, Bisabolol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Bacillus Ferment, D&C Orange 4 CI 15510, Tranexamic Acid

Ethyl alcohol is second on list. It's not necessarily bad since it's used to thin out the formula but if you have dry skin, better proceed with caution. As for whitening, kojic acid and niacinamide are within the first five ingredients! Lactic acid and tranexamic acid also have whitening benefits although they're somewhat last in the list. Check out this Cosdna analysis to see the functions of the rest of the ingredients!

First Impressions

The toner comes in a 60-ml plastic bottle. The quantity is small
but the compact size makes it perfect for traveling.

Here's how it looks like from the back. (Click to see the full size!)
The back features the description, directions for use and ingredients.

flip cap for easy usage

The bottle has a flip cap which makes it very convenient to use. The packaging seems sturdy except for the cap hinge. If you accidentally use force while opening the cap, I think it can easily break off since the hinge is thin.

My Experience

The toner is a thin, watery liquid with a hint of orange color. It has added fragrance but it smells pleasant and bearable. If you have a sensitive nose, the scent is bearable and not that overwhelming.

Now, I was a bit hesitant to try this because it's not alcohol-free. Aside from that, my face was micro-peeling from my summer adventures. I braced myself to pat the cotton on my face and suprisingly, there was no sting or irritation at all! The toner is very gentle on my currently sensitive skin while being tough on any leftover dirt. I can see the residue on my cotton pads. Thumbs up!

pH test result = 4.3 pH
Very gentle and great for pH-adjusting. Thumbs up!

It's an effective cleanser but don't worry - it did not dry my skin at all! My face felt smooth and soft after application. The tests I did confirms that the toner is not harsh.

Moisture test results.

I like doing the Korean 3-skin method (applying multiple layers of toner for hydration) and as you can see from my moisture test, it managed to add more hydration after each layer. The toner is light and does not feel sticky even after multiple application. Even so, I don't recommend using Belo for the 3-skin method. The bottle only contains 60ml and may not last a week of usage if you choose to use it that way. Haha. One layer is enough for a quick boost of moisture.

As for whitening, I have not seen noticeable effects yet. I think I need more time to judge it more thoroughly.

VERDICT

Overall, this toner ticks off a lot of my toner requirements: it's not harsh, it passes the pH test and my moisture test plus it's affordable and locally available too. I may repurchase once I'm out.

Have you tried Belo Intensive Whitening Micropeeling Toner? What are your thoughts?

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