[ecórre] EX BB Cream (Blemish Balm)

While browsing for new items at eBay I stumbled several times over a BB Cream from [ecórre].
I found it interesting but I never wanted to spend lotsa $$$ for a big tube. In addition, this BB Cream isn't available in a wide range of colors, so I scared that the only available beige shade might be too dark for my pale skin (again). Therefore, I was more than happy when I found a seller who sells the [ecórre] EX BB Cream in a small 15ml trial size.

Since this BB Cream is OIL FREE it's also good for combination/ oily skin!

Official Website: http://www.ecorre.co.kr/

Btw, [ecórre] is endorsed by korean girl group KARA (카라).

Description: This unique professional formula containing innovative active ingredients aims at covering skin imperfections, concealing blemishes, and activating skin rejuvenation, it soothes red, irritated skin while providing moisture to skin.

The whitish/ beige paper box looks very simple and has the description in korean and english on it. Inside is the small, flat beige-colored tube with 15ml content. The twist-off lid is black and you need to squeeze the BB Cream out of the tube.

The ingredient list on the packaging is written in korean only what makes it rather difficult for me to read. But it contains Kava Kava Extract, Lavender Extract, Argan Oil and Argireline.

It also comes with SPF30 PA+++!!

The creamy consistency has a good coverage and moisturizes without leaving a greasy feeling. This BB Cream is available in one shade only which is a rather light beige with a greyish undertone. I compared the color with some other BB Creams I own and can say that the beige shade is to 90% the same as [Holika Holika]'s Baby Bloom Light BB Cream and [THE FACE SHOP]'s Oil-Free BB Cream.

The fresh scent reminds me of something but I can't tell what it is....

The [ecórre] EX BB Cream is a nice product coz it is oil free and covers my blemishes quite well - similar to the [MISSHA] M PERFECT COVER B.B. 

I didn't notice many breakouts yet but my skin starts to get oily after a while (as always). But that might also come from the wrong face creams/ primers/ BB Pacts I use or just from my oily skin.

How to use: Apply proper amount on the entire face and spread onto the whole face.
It can also be used as a make up base.

Price (15ml): around 2,50,- €/ US$3 
Bought at: eBay (bestsky2011)        

What I love: 

The good coverage, fresh scent and non-oily formula. 

       
What I don’t like: 

There is nothing I really dislike atm!

    
Will I buy this again? No! It was nice to get a trial size to try it out but will buy another BB Cream again.

[SKINFOOD] Banana Yogurt Mask & Kiwi Yogurt Mask *Wash off*

While I was looking for new face masks containing yogurt I stumbled over [SKINFOOD]'s Banana Yogurt Mask Wash off and Kiwi Yogurt Mask Wash off. I got these two because banana is said to be good for sensitive skin and the kiwi one for oily skin. I would like to try out the Papaya Yogurt Mask as well, though.

I know that a lot of reviews exist already, especially of the Banana Yogurt Mask. Therefore, I will keep this review short!

Both face masks come in the same white, round container - it's the same design as of many other [SKINFOOD] products. There is no spoon/ spatula included, so you need to use your fingers or a pack brush to get the products out.

Each mask contains 100ml!

Banana Yogurt Mask Wash off:

Description: Yogurt mask with 'banana' extracts to prevent skin dehydration and softly soothe sensitive skin.

The main ingredients in this face mask are Banana Fruit Extract and Yogurt Powder. Some other ingredients are Water, Macadamia Seed Oil and Matricaria Flower Extract.

Underneath the twist-off lid is another white cover to protect the mask inside from spilling out.

The connsistency is creamy but also very runny. It's a bit difficult to apply the mask to my face coz of its watery/ runny texture. It has a yellowish color with yellow beads inside. These beads start to melt when I massage the Yogurt Mask over my face.

It smells like sweet bananas!

I like this mask coz it refreshes, soothes and moisturizes my dry/ sensitive skin well. 

I apply the mask to my face with a pack brush and massage it over my skin until the beads are melted, then I wait for some minutes and wash it off.

How to use: After cleansing, gently massage over dry face. Leave on your face for 10~15minutes. Rinse off

Kiwi Yogurt Mask Wash off:

Description: Yogurt mask with extracts of 'kiwi', tropical fruit rich in vitamin and juice.

The two (2) main ingredients are Kiwi Fruit Extract and Yogurt Powder. It also contains Water, Macadamia Seed Oil, Amorphophallus Konjac Root Extract and Zinc Sulfate.

The Kiwi Yogurt Mask shall control sebum and tightens pores!

Like the Banana Yogurt Mask this one has a runny texture. The greenish-white mask has green beads inside and a tropical/ citrus-like scent.

While massaging the product on my skin the beads start to melt again. I like this mask, too, even though I didn't notice a pore tightening effect yet.

How to use: After cleansing, gently massage over dry face. Leave on your face for 10~15minutes. Rinse off 

Price (each): around 8~9,- €/ US$9~10

Bought at: eBay (rubyruby76)     

What I love:  

Both masks are refreshing and moisturizing.  

What I don’t like:  

The texture is a bit too runny.  

Will I buy this again? Yes, I would. Might consider to get the Papaya Yogurt Mask first, tough.

[NATURE REPUBLIC] SOOTHING & MOISTURE ALOE VERA 92% SOOTHING GEL

Aloe vera is a succulent-like plant with gel-filled leaves. The gel inside is associated with many healing benefits, and can be used both internally and externally. Externally it is most used for the relief of many skin complaints, including sunburns, acne, dry skin, insect bites, stretch marks, cuts/ wounds, aging skin and more.

Since I suffer from oily skin, dry skin, sensitive skin and breakouts from time to time I thought that aloe vera gel might be worth a try. I decided to get the SOOTHING & MOISTURE ALOE VERA 92% SOOTHING GEL from korean brand [NATURE REPUBLIC]. This gel contains 92% pure aloe vera gel and can be used by any skin type, also sensitive skin. I was reading that it was sold more than 1.5 million times in Korea already!

You can also get a Cleansing Foam with 80% aloe vera.

The skin care products of [NATURE REPUBLIC] are endorsed by different KPop celebrities like JYJ, Rain, Goo Hara (KARA), Jang Geun Suk and some more.

Description: Abundant 92% aloe vera! Mild formula free from paraben, mineral oil and artificial colors. This soothing gel with 92% organic aloe vera certified by California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) can be used to mildly moisturize various parts of the body such as the face, arms, legs, and hair. 

[NATURE REPUBLIC]'s aloe vera gel comes in a quite big, green plastic container and contains 300ml what should last for a long time if you don't use it everyday on your whole body. The container is also a bit translucent and has a second clear cover underneath the lid to protect the gel from spilling out.

The main ingredient is Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (92%). Some other ingredients are Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Betaine, Carendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Spearmint Extract, Melissa Officinalis Extract, Water, Perfume and others.

It is free of Paraben, Mineral Oil and Artificial Colors.

The gel is colorless and nice scented. It doesn't feel sticky and becomes a bit more watery when I massage it over my skin. It gets absorbed by my skin very fast and does refresh well. Afterwards my skin feels smooth and stays oil-free for longer than with a normal face cream.

Btw, you can keep the gel in your fridge for a more cooling and refreshing feeling!

I use the aloe vera gel mostly on my face only - sometimes alone and sometimes under another face cream. I really like it till now and hope it will help my skin complaints! I'm also curious about how it works under my make-up. I know that you can mix the gel with your make-up base or foundation - I will do that next time.

How to use: Apply an appropriate amount to dry, sensitive parts of the face and body often for the best results. For external use only! 

Price: around 10,- €/ US$12  

Bought at: eBay (rubyruby76)   

What I love: 
Everything till now!  

What I don’t like:  

Nothing yet! Except from the fact that you need to dip your fingers in the gel again. 

Will I buy this again? Yes, I would if it helps long-term! Maybe will try out another aloe vera gel the next time like the one from [Holika Holika].

[TONYMOLY] Red Appletox Honey Cream

I always look for face cream which are moisturizing and either good for sensitive or oily/ troubled skin. Last time I got the Red Appletox Honey Cream from [TONYMOLY]. I used a few samples of this cream before and finally got the full size as well. 

This cream is good for people with troubled skin which tend to be dry or sensitive sometimes.

Description: Sticky texture relaxes the muscle membrane to give elasticity.

The container of this face cream looks like a red apple which reminds me a lot of products from [baviphat]. It's a round container made of plastic with a twist-off lid. It contains 80ml!

Under the lid is a second white cover to protect the cream. A small spatula is also included which makes it more hygienic to take the product out.

The consistency of the Red Appletox Honey Cream is kinda jelly-like, a bit sticky and has a yellowish color. It smells super yummy like fresh apples!

I use this cream in the evening as a night cream. I spread it over my face and pat until it got absorbed. It moisturizes well and my skin is less oily than with other face creams.

The main ingredients are the following ones:

Manuka Honey Extract (from New Zealand): Immunity and anti-bacterial effect.
Royal Jelly Extract: Cooling down skin trouble, good for sensitive skin.
Propolis: Antioxide Effect.
Black Honey: Rich minerals and amino-acid. Moisturized and nourish skin effects keep your skin elastic and moist.
Apple Acid Ingredients: Smoothing skin.

 How to use: Spread enough amount on your face, tap slightly until it gets absorbed completely.

Price (each): around 12,- €/ US$16  

Bought at: eBay (cosmetic.love)    

 

What I love:  

It moisturizes and makes my skin less oily. The scent is very nice, too.

 

What I don’t like: 

There is nothing I don't like!
 

Will I buy this again? I think I would!