[BEAUTY REVIEW] THANK YOU FARMER | KOREAN SKINCARE

Reviewing Thank You Farmers Deep Toner and Light Gel Cream

When it comes to Korean Skincare, I would have to admit that I know that you can't really go wrong when it comes to hydration. If youre a beauty enthusiast, you would know that Korea is well known to be the beauty supplying the industry for mass, and we all know that they are leading in providing quality beauty products at an affordable price gaining trust from all around the world. Without hesitation, I saw a review on THANK YOU FARMER from another blogger and got pretty convinced with what they have to offer. After my recent trip from Bali, my skin was a little dry, so I wanted to find something to hydrate my skin better, leading to you to a review on two products from THANK YOU FARMER which would be the True Water Deep Toner and the True Water Light Gel Cream.

THANK YOU FARMER

The product usually comes in a box that looks like these

Each box is sealed to assure you that it's new

Before I get into details, let me give you a short introduction to where THANK YOU FARMER came about. Starting off with the name, it may sound a little funny at first glance since youre thank you to a farmer, but behind the meaning to that is actually the concept of thanking a farmer since they are one of the most honest people who follow the law of nature. From sweat and endeavors, they can get healthy grains and fruit from nature. That is deep poetry right there. So, behind THANK YOU FARMER, they make cosmetics with the heart of an honest farmer by providing skincare that can achieve healthy skin naturally without putting to much stress on the skin.

Oh not to forget that there are their lot number and expiry date too

The brand carries a few ranges for you to choose from, providing a solution for a variety of skin concerns that we may face. Just to give you an idea, they have skincare ranges such as Miracle Age, True Water Deep, True Water Light, Sun Project, Be Beautiful, Back to Iceland, Back to Pure and Relax, Star Mask and Country Man. I believe the beauty of the brand would be that their skincare can inter-exchange among the ranges, making it customizable skincare for you to solve your skin concerns. Isn't that great? Now, let's get into details of the products that I’ve gotten for myself. 

TRUE WATER DEEP TONER

True Water Deep Toner

Since im having dry skin outside of my T-zone, this seemed like a good product for me to hydrate the skin. This range offers a calming moisturizing that provides deep moisturizing for dry skin. The range provides hydration, whitening, evens out the skin, and prevents premature aging with a special ingredient of Inositol and Hyaluronic Acid (My favorite ingredient in any skincare!).

Slightly thicker than your usual toners. (Combi liquid and gel texture)

Upon the first impression of the packaging, I would have to say that I love the minimalist look of it. The True Water Deep Toner comes in a glass bottle. I would think that all toners are pretty much the same, but when I tried this over my skin, its definitely beyond ordinary! Most toners may only have a function to minimize pores and they tend to usually be pretty drying for the skin, but the True Water Deep Toner is a game-changer as it not only minimizes pores but moisturizes too! The texture is slightly thicker than your usual toner, but it ends up to be well absorbed by the skin. 

Loving how lightweight it feels on the skin

I usually apply this after cleansing by applying the toner over my palms and lightly dab all over my face until its fully absorbed. I don't usually use my palms to apply toner, but when the product is good, we shall not let the cotton pads absorb all the good stuff! Hehe. I absolutely love the cool moisturized feeling it gives, and it works wonders around my dry skin area without stinging the skin. 

TRUE WATER LIGHT GEL CREAM

True Water Light Gel Cream

This range is formulated to be light and airy for oily or combination skin, which is perfect because I have intense oily T-zone + occasional acne around my face. Too much moisturizing ain't all that good, so with the True Water Light, this gives me just enough moisture even for my combination skin. The range offers a solution for pore and sebum concerns by providing just the right amount of moisture while controlling the sebum secretion over the skin. This has been made possible by two main ingredients which would be Inositol and Trehalose.

The tub comes with the seal to keep its content fresh at all times

Checkout the pastel shade! It's sooo pretty!

To combine with my toner, I decided to use the True Water Light Gel Cream which has a purpose to hold the moisture of the skin. Other than holding in moisture, it also soothes the skin from redness too! And again, you have to give credit to the design of the packaging. I love how it looks very minimalist and it nicely matches my toner despite it being from a different range.

The texture is light and translucent

The texture of this pretty much matches the name of the product, as it has a gel-like texture. Im a little particular when it comes to gel-cream textures, but this had a really good feel when applied to the skin. Other than it being very cooling when applied (great to minimize pores!), it’s also well absorbed by the skin too! It does feel a little sticky when freshly applied, but once the product sinks in, it has a mild layer of moisturizer to prevent the skin from losing moisture.

Easy to apply and feels amazingly light on the skin

I would usually apply this after applying toner, and essence. A side note, don't forget to use a spatula to kee the contents as hygienic as possible, instead of dipping your finger in which might contaminate the product. This gel-cream does a great job in locking in moisture and essence giving my skin optimum benefits of letting the products and nutrients sink in without it being naturally oxidized. Not to forget it also works pretty good as a primer too since I can just apply to makeup over my skin, and that would last me a good 8 hours throughout the day which I think is a fair amount of time. 

VERDICT

After 2 weeks of using this, my skin has definitely become smoother and brighter effortlessly

As an overall verdict, I would say that im pretty impressed with the two products that I’ve tested. Other than it being very aesthetic, it's also a quality product to pamper the skin. I’ve been diligently using this in my skincare routine for the past 2 weeks, and I would say that the results are rather convincing. Previously, I had flaky skin and oily T-zones, but after using this, it really moisturizes the skin and controls my oily secretion really well, giving me worry-free skin throughout the day.

THANK YOU FARMER products are also Paraben-Free, Cruelty-Free, Sulfate-Free,  made out of natural ingredients, safe for sensitive skin and has been dermatologically tested making it an extra bonus! In terms of pricing, it may be a little expensive than your drug store skincare, but judging by the quality of if, I would definitely say that it's worth every penny! After this finishes, I would say that I would repurchase it as it suits my skin well.

THANK YOU FARMER

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[REVIEW] Why you SHOULD get the. Mamonde Rose Water Toner

Mamonde Rose Water Toner Review

Before i share with you about my thoughts on this toner, i would like to share with you that this is not at all a paid review and the content in this post is purely based on my experience of using the Mamonde Rose Water Toner. This being my 5th bottle to date, i would have to say that i am under a floral love spell with this particular toner. If you are curious about how good this toner is, im here writing this post to reassure you on what makes it good and why i love it so much. So, lets start off with a little introduction.

Every packaging is sealed so the freshest stay at its finest before you start using

Mamonde itself has been one of my all time favourite skincare brand ever since they launched, considering that their products are pretty innovative in repairing the skin by using the power of different flowers from nature. That being said, being a person who loves getting bouquets monthly, it was like fate has brought us together. Since they have tons of ranges offering different skin concern solutions, i'll start off by sharing with you on something more versatile and suitable for all skin types, the Mamonde Rose Water Toner.

We know that there are tons of proclaim rose water toners in the market, but what makes Mamonde's Rose Water Toner different would be that the content itself gurantees over 90% of its content to be purely Rose Water. That being said, did you know that the benefits of Rose water has soothing and moisturizing effects for the skin that offers hydration to keep your skin soft and supple. Not to forget, since this product is sourced naturally from the flower itself, Mamonde managed to keep this toner free from 7 harmful chemicals, namely free from animal ingredients, mineral oil, polyacrylamide, imidazolidinyl urea, trithanolamine, silicone oil and its also free from synthetic colour! 

TEXTURE

Waterry texture

But the smells like roses. Not too strong, but mild enough for you to enjoy the scent

Now, texture is something that i find really important when it comes to toners. It plays a really important role in functionality and comfort which would usually result in how loyal you can include this toner into your skincare regime. The texture of this is watery but the highlight of this is that the toner feels very lightweight on skin when applied. It doest leave any sticky residue and it really cools the skin after application leaving your pore's minimized after every cleanse. I just love how it feels on my skin, and that is the key to a good toner. 

MORE THAN JUST YOUR REGULAR TONER

Use a compressed mask that you can usually get from Daiso

Soak it in the toner

Apply it on face and leave it on for a good 10 minutes

This being one of the most natural toner's i've ever used, its just more than your regular toner that you apply after cleansing. Other than a toner, did you know that this product is also great as a face mist and as an impromptu face mask? During my travels, i just had to pack some of this toner in my on the go travel sized spray bottle and it has done a good job in keeping my skin well hydrated throuhout my trip that it became a habit for me to bring it around wherever i go. Not to forget, you can also just get those compact mask packs and rinse it in the toner, and waa-lah! You have a face mask to keep your skin hydrated. Since its very versatile and can be used in different ways, i found myself loving this product which in result kept me coming back for more.

Its juts one of those recomended toners that is beyond average.

As a conclusion, i would have to say that this toner really does wonders to your skin or if your skin is in need of hydration. I have combination skin and my skin tends to flake around the lower cheek area which i find really irritating, but after using this toner, i havent experienced any dry skin situation ever since. Its multipurpose, great for hydrating needs and smells amazing! Mamonde offers a variety of toners as well to counter different skin concerns such as sebum control, firming, exfoliating and sensitive skin too! Despite not trying any of the other variants yet, im pretty sure they are just as good! Price wise, it may be on the higher range, but for the quality it provides, theres no going wrong with this toner. Anyways, if you have reached this far in my blog, i would like to thank you for dropping by and i hope that you found this post useful in making your decision. Till my next post xx

RATING: ☆☆☆☆☆

Repurchased: YES!

Suitable for: All Skin Types

Guardian Exclusive tokidoki Thermal Collection | Limited Edition

How cute is this Guardian Exclusive tokidoki Thermal Collection

Dont you just love being rewareded for just shopping for your regular things that you get from your next door pharmacy? In case you havent heard, after the success of the Travel Series in collaboration with tokidoki, Guardian Malaysia just recently launch yet another promotion offering the tokidoki exclusive series up for grabs! For those who are huge fans of tokidoki, this is your chance to continue to expand your tokidoki collection by collectiong th tokidoki Thermal Series next.

In conjuction with the Ramadhan season, the tokidoki Thermal Series is to encourage their customers to eat and drink healthily. As there is a saying 'Health is Wealth', we definitely need to pay more attention on what we consume to ensure that our immune system is at its optimum strength to fight off viruses and diseases. With Guardian tokidoki's Exclusive Thermal Series, we can now safely bring heatlhy food and drinks from home or even serve it to our family members for them to bring to work or school. Since its from a thermal collection, you can now own collectable containers that will keep your food warm or cool based on your preferrence. 

The tokidoki Thermal Collection

You can choose pink if you love pinky shades

Or go for blue if you love the colour of the sky

Guardian is very proud to play their part in encouraging customers to protect the environment by using reusable containers to reduce waste in this collaboration. There are THREE items to collect and customers can get this set at a special price of RM80 per set with a minimum purchase of RM20 and above in one receipt that includes participating brands, or spend above RM40 for purchases for non participating brands. Guardian tokidoki's Exclusive Thermal Series contains heat / cold resistant bag, Thermos Resistant Flask (350ml) and Hot / Cold Food Container (500ml). For your information, flask and food container can hold cold drinks for 10 to 12 hours or hot for 8 to 10 hours. The design is cool, cheerful and up-to-date which would certainly capture the hearts of millennial collectors.

Available at Guardian now!

This exclusive collection is also available at Guardian's online store www.guardian.com.my and it will be sent directly to your doorstep along with your order. Since Guardian tokidoki's Exclusive Thermal Series is limited edition, so be sure to act fast if you want to get your hands on this. The collection will be available from the 1st of May till stocks last, and its available in all Guradian stores in Malaysia. Participanting brands for this campaign would be from Bio-essence, Garnier, Clairol Herbal Essences, Maybelline, Nanowhite and Sunsilk while joint sponsors are Energizer, Flavettes, Libresse, L’Oreal (Hair), Shokubutsu, Scott’s and Systema. So whaat are you waiting for? Shop away! #tokidokixguardian

[REVIEW] Kundal | Macadamia Damaged Care Solution Ultra Serum

Reviewing Kundal Ultra Serum

Times can be rough when you cant head to the saloon just to give your hair some pampering, especially when they need it most. I have been facing some serious hair damage lately and it has been pretty dry despite me washing my hair with conditioner. Which in results, means that I need to zest my hair care regime to keep my hair at its best. The solution to that? A good hair oil might just do the trick! This time around, I decided to try a brand called Kundal, a haircare brand originated from Korea. We all know Korea is popular for their skincare, but this time around im exploring their haircare options. Want to find out more about it? Scroll away!
 

Packaging is pretty straight forward and i love how classy the bottle looks!

Starting off with the brand, the word Kundal is actually derived from the word 'Kunst' where in German means  'technology' and 'Kindal' in native Australian means 'Macadamia Tree'. Combine these two words together, you get Kundal that represents innovation from nature. We all know that the Macadamia fruit contains high nutrition and has very well moisturizing properties, and with Kundal's technology, they have managed to innovatively extract the nutrients to turn it into an exclusive hair serum.

Got mine in baby powder fragrance

This hair serum goes beyond your regular hair oil as its formulated with non-harmful ingredients, its full of natural nutrients, carries endless research and testing, uses high-grade ingredients, generous in quantity and is sold at an affordable price so that everyone can afford it. One of the factors that got me instantly hooked with the serum is that other than being functional, it smells amazing, and being a mother myself, I got myself the variant that smells like baby powder. And believe me, it really smells like baby powder.

TEXTURE

Just like hair oil, but way lighter!

The main ingredient that makes this ultra serum moisturizing would be credited to 2 ingredients that is within the bottle, honey, and macadamia. With both these ingredients, it definitely guarantees high moisturizing benefits. Okay, if youre a regular user of hair oil, you would be aware that it's usually pretty oily and sticky after application, and if applied too much, it would make your hair look flat right? With Kundal, I was pretty surprised to find that it's not at all sticky and it feels very natural when applied on your hair. The texture has a good combination of oil and serum, but once applied to hair, it feels very lightweight! That left me impressed as the residue didn't even stick onto my hands.

BEFORE & AFTER

The results are pretty instant too! Just look at the difference!

If you know me, you would be aware that I do a lot of sports, my hair is usually exposed to sunlight which eventually leads to leaving my hair looking dry most of the time. To use this serum, usually, I'll apply this after drying my hair from the shower, pumping an appropriate amount (depending on hair length) on my palms, and applying it onto my hair from the middle to the ends. Once applied, you can choose to style it with a hairdryer or leave it as it is. In my case, I decided to apply it on my dry hair and as you can refer to the images attached, it really does make a lot of difference! Other than smelling amazing, it really does keep the hair strands looking healthier than usual.

VERDICT

Been using this for a week now and i must say that they have definitely won my heart!

As a verdict, I would have to say that this hair ultra serum is very impressive. I don't usually share or talk about hair oils cause im never a fan, but after trying out Kundal's Macadamia Damaged Care Solution Ultra Serum, it has left me speechless! Who knew that there's such a thing as a hair serum to replace hair oils? After using it for a few days now, I would really recommend you consider this ultra serum if you're looking for a solution to repair damaged hair. You won't have to worry about your hair smelling oily too as this comes in a variety of fragrance that would leave your hair smelling fresh throughout the day. It is also affordable and most importantly it does what its supposed to do which makes it worth every penny spent! You can get this from Guardian stores and it retails at only RM28.00. For a product that works really well, it's definitely a good buy.

Kundal

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Get Ramadhan Ready Skin with Mamonde | Certified Halal and Wudhu Friendly Skincare

It's that holy time of the year again, the month of Ramadhan. Ramadhan, marking a month of fasting filled with prayers and reflection, it's always nice to be aware of the type of skincare that we use especially when Ramadan is all about self-cleansing. Before performing prayers, we usually go through a ritual of ablution or wudhu (the process of washing before prayers), and what better way than to cleanse with halal-certified beauty products from Korea?

Mamonde being one of my all-time favorite products has thought of ways to cater to their users, including the Muslims by going the extra mile to come up with products that are formulated without alcohol or animal substance. And for this Ramadhan, I would recommend you to check out their Ceramide and Rose Water ranges that are certified halal and wudhu-friendly, which also means you can freely use without the need to remove it before prayers. With moisturizing properties, it's definitely ideal for the skin especially during the fasting month when water consumption is restricted throughout the day. 

Mamonde Ceramide Range

For the Ceramide range, I would personally recommend you Mamonde's Hibiscus Flower as its research has uncovered the flower’s moisturizing properties that can offer hydration benefits to the skin. The popular Ceramide range is formulated with moisturizing Hibiscus extract along with ceramide, its key ingredient. With that information, the ideal combination of the Hibiscus extract and Ceramide helps to strengthen the skin’s outer barrier by keeping moisture close to the skin. This range is especially suitable for dry and dehydrated skin. Upon application, the skin will instantly feel fresh and moisturized without having any sticky residue.

For your information, the products under the Ceramide range that have been given halal certification are Ceramide Skin Softener, Ceramide Emulsion, Ceramide Light Cream, and The Ceramide Intense Cream.

Ceramide Skin Softener (200 ml, RM70)

This intensive moisturizing toner helps protect the skin’s moisture barrier that has been damaged by external environment factors and provides a boost of hydration to the skin without leaving any sticky residue. It also contains the moisturizing agent Betaine extracted from the beet to further moisturize the skin. Suitable for those experiencing flaky/sensitive/rough skin.

Ceramide Emulsion (150 ml, RM80)

It helps in strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier and provides moisture to the skin. Its lightweight creamy texture is absorbed quickly into the skin.

Ceramide Light Cream (50 ml, RM131) 

This has double the moisturizing ingredient made up of mainly hibiscus extract to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier, leaving the skin feeling moisturized and looking healthy. A lighter alternative for those with combination skin.

Ceramide Intense Cream (50 ml, RM131)

Works like the Light Cream to provide a boost of moisture to the skin. Ceramide is quickly absorbed and the double content of moisturizing ingredients extracted from the Hibiscus helps to strengthen the skin’s barrier to create a moist and healthy-looking skin. Suitable for those with flaky, sensitive, and rough skin.

Rose Water Range

Another favorite product of mine that is a must-have at home would be the Mamonde’s Rose Water Range that uses 100% Organic Damask Rose as its main ingredient for its Rose Water range. Picked by trained experts when the morning dew is at its peak, the Damask Rose is highly-prized for its top quality. Rose extracts from the Mamonde Rose Water Range is grown in the Rose Valley in Turia village, Bulgaria. Some of the key benefits of this range include instant soothing and moisturizing while the lovely scent helps to soothe the senses.  Products in the Rose Water range included in the halal list are the Rose Water Toner, Rose Water Gel Cream, and the Rose Water Soothing Gel.

Rose Water Toner (250 ml, RM85)

Infused with 90.97% rose water, Mamonde Rose Water Toner helps provide excellent soothing and moisturizing care for the skin. When applied, it absorbs into the skin and immediately softens rough, flaky skin to reveal a clear and vibrant complexion.

Rose Water Toner Pad (40 sheets, RM70) 

This is a rosy pad soaked in Rose Water Toner that can be used as a toner or a sheet mask. Functions are similar to the Rose Water Toner, it provides excellent soothing and moisturizing care for the skin. The Rose Water Toner Pad is ultra-lightweight and mesh. Upon application, the rose pad fits closely to the skin to remove dead skin cells and aid in delivering the rose water deeper into the skin.

Rose Water Gel Cream (80 ml, RM99) 

A refreshing moisturizing cream effective for soothing and intensive skin moisturizing care. The Rose Water Gel Cream is light-weight and has a non-sticky texture. When applied, it forms a moisture barrier on the skin and keeps the skin hydrated for an extended time. To achieve the optimum result, use the Rose Water Toner/Rose Water Toner Pad followed by the Rose Water Gel Cream for a double-layered moisturizing effect that will result in a smooth and dewy skin inside out.

Rose Water Soothing Gel (300 ml, RM55) 

The Mamonde Rose Water Soothing Gel is a multi-purpose soothing gel infused with 90.81% of rose water that penetrates quickly onto the skin and provides the skin with rich moisture. It comes with rose fragrance and a cooling formula to help soothe dry and tired skin on the face, hair, and body. The Rose Water Soothing Gel can be used as: -

· A cold pack or an overnight mask pack

· A rose-scented hair essence on hair roughened by a hot shower or UV rays

· A fragrant and cooling body lotion in the summer

So, with that, I hope you have found this post informative in ensuring that your skin stays well hydrated during this fasting month. I have gotten myself the Rose Water Range at home to pamper my skin throughout the day time and it has really helped my skin to maintain its moisture level. In case youre wondering where you can get this for yourself too, both the Moisture Ceramide and Rose Water range of products are available at Watsons stores nationwide. Get it today and show your skin some love this Ramadhan.