Firstly, lemme quote this "not just words, but proves" phrase because I need a release *phew* (that is just personal, there's no relation with this review post)

Okay, so today I'm reviewing this essence from Innisfree that I've been using for about 5-6 months and it's still not empty.
I bought this about 1 or 2 years ago, but I just managed to use this less than a year ago.
Purchased this from @kalantha_shop on Instagram, with price about IDR 100-150K (I forgot, memory problem)


I decided to buy this because remember that my skin is oily, and I always need oil-control skincare.
Hoping this essence can deal with my skin, and reduce oily skin problem like acne and blackhead.

Also read: Clean and Clear Acne Gel


Its carton box I find it so-back-to-nature because the texture and the color is like a recycled paper.
Love our Earth guys!
But even it looks like a recycled paper, it's thick and sturdy enough to pack.


For the bottle, it's made from thick plastic and also comes with a pump.
A bit of a downside, the plastic is not clear so I don't know how much product is left.
But for the brightside, opaque packaging prevent the product from direct light so it gives more protection for the product itself.
Its size is not really travel-friendly because it's kinda fat.

Also read: Its Skin Power 10 Formula VB Effector

One pump is enough for my entire face.
The texture is jelly-ish (seriously I don't find a better way to describe it), soft, and easily spread.
It also has this soft cottony scent, which I like.


After all this months I've been using this, how's the result?
Well, I don't see any visible result on my oil production. It's still like before.
But, my blackheads are lessen and look controled.



Recommended?
Hmm, maybe worth a try because it gives effect on my blackheads

Repurchase?
With all mentioned reason, I think NO, because I'm still on a journey to find a better one :D


See you on the next post~

How's my flatlay?

Indonesia's cosmetics are developing fast lately, not to mention the vast variant of matte lipstick, but also makeup base.
Wardah is one of many local brands that provides various line of skincare and also makeup.
This DD Cream is the first product that I have from Wardah, all thanks to Sociolla who has given me this!

Directions, Ingredients, and Producer

The packaging quality is nice. The box is not so weak and lumpy, and the tube is made from doff plastic.
I suggest if you have messy makeup pouch, you better store the tube inside the box. Because doff material is easily get dirty.

Product explanation

This DD cream has that warning that I don't like, just like Pixy BB Cream and Vaseline Body Lotion that I've reviewed before.
The warning said "Do not exposed to sunlight for too long, even already used sunscreen"

I know it's for our own good, but what's the point of making this then?
Because I won't (or can't) use this product during the day. Isn't that a waste?

Baca juga: Etude House CC Cream 8 in 1 - Silky


The tube is travel-size enough since it's only 20 ml.


I have shade number 01 Light.
The shade illustration on the box is pretty much the same with the actual product, so in my opinion it's reliable for shade comparison.


The texture is rather creamy like lotion, my kind-of texture XD
There's not much scent coming from this DD cream though.

Baca juga: The Face Shop Clear Face Oil Control Essence

Let's see the swatch!
On this photo below, can you see the different between the left and right side?


Here I give you the drawing line if you can't see the harsh line above.
My skin is tone up and looks smoother.
For the coverage level, it's low. Use it as a base ;)

It's also feel lightweight and buildable, but since the coverage is low there's not much point to that.
But it does its job in even out skin tone and smooth out pores.

left: without | right: with DD cream

Are you into makeup lately?
Then you can try this DD cream for a starter if you afraid putting too much pancake on your face ;D
Shop at Sociolla.com if you need to find more beauty products and tools, because you can get IDR 50,000 off using my voucher code SBNLARG7 with minimum purchase IDR 250,000 during your checkout.

See you guys later~

Happy Saturday! It's review time~
A little sharing, I went through tears and sweat and blood writing this post because of Wi-Fi issues that made me super mad that I can smash that bloody modem!!

Okay, back to topic..
This post is about the famous makeup remover that most of beauty gurus recommend. It's Bioderma Sensibio H2O.


Where did I get this?
The one and only, Sociolla.com :D

Also read: Viva Eye & Lip Makeup Remover

Bioderma Sensibio is for sensitive skin, and usually is marked with this pink cap.
There are other type, like for dry skin and oily skin. But this one is the one that I most heard of.
That's why I'm trying this.


The bottle is made from thick clear plastic, and secured with a seal like photo above.
Just pull the seal to the other side (like shown above) to unseal it.


First impression?
I don't smell any strong scent from the product, but there is a tiny bit of scent which is not really necessary.
The texture is like water and it's clear.


For its removing power, let's try on my full makeup face!
On this test, I'm focusing on my eye and lips.
For my eye, I wear waterproof gel liner, eyeshadow, and falsies (of course with the glue)
And for my lips, I wear matte liquid lipstick.

Also read: Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser and Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream


Put Bioderma Makeup Remover on cotton pad in appropriate amount then apply on your face.
For removing eye makeup, I always hold the cotton pad for about a minute.
Making sure all makeup residue is "diluted" so you don't need to stroke too hard to remove the makeup, especially eye area since it's a delicate area.


When I'm using falsies, this step is important because if I just swipe them away without holding the cotton pad for a minute, the lash glue is mostly stay.
Swiping it more to remove the glue is risky for my natural lashes (it's hard and almost impossible to grow them back T__T), so holding the cotton pad is safer and easier!


This is the result after holding the cotton pad for about a minute!
The falsies is easily removed, and my gel liner is almost completely gone.
There's still some eyeshadow left on my outer eye area, because the cotton not really reach that part.


For the leftover, just swipe the cotton again onto whichever part that still has makeup residue.

Also read: Taiwan False Eyelashes 10 Pairs Natural Look


And there! Eye area cleared! XD
There's one time that I accidentally got a bit of the product into my eye, but it didn't hurt.
So, it's safe!


Next one, is lips!
Honestly, I find it hard to remove matte liquid lipstick with this Bioderma.
I've tried the holding method, but most of the lipstick still sits on my lips.
So, I try swiping the cotton, but it still hard *sigh*


In the end, it's removed tho. But with more struggle than cleansing the eye part.
Maybe it'll be easier for non-matte lipstick.

Also read: Polka Matteness Liquid Matte Lip in Get in the Swing

And btw, this Bioderma taste bitter if you accidentally lick your lips after using it.
Well, I don't expect it to be sweet or has strawberry taste tho.


I've tried this Bioderma Makeup Remover to cleanse my face when I'm too lazy to wash my makeup.
It's enough to make my face clean for sleeping, but I don't recommend this to you, okay?
Hahaha..

Firstly, shut up!
I know this cushion has already sunken by other cute cushions, but I still want to share my opinion about this yellow baby cushion from Missha.

Since I decided to dye my hair, taking care of it has been my concern ever since.
I started to purchase hair care products in affordable price.
Lucido-L is quite affordable for my wallet, and it's easy to get too.


I've reviewed Lucido-L Hair Vitamin Oil for Damage Hair (click to read) before, so this time I'm changing it to Normal because it's a friend's suggestion.


Basically it's the same.
The texture, the scent, packaging material.
But, I've repurchased this more than the Damage one.


I have no problem with the Damage one, but this Normal one seems to suit me more in some personal way.
This could be my fifth time repurchasing this, and I'll keep doing that because I'm satisfied with the result.
It makes my hair smoother and I don't see any split end so far, ever since my first time dying my hair.

Also read: Creatively Hair Mist

But one thing that I still have to put my thumb down is, it's kinda leaking when I bring it to travel :(





What hair oil do you use?
Share your favorite on the comment box below!

See you~

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Hello peeps!
Today it's gonna be a different post, because I want to share some tips about how to make your eyeliner last longer.
Oily lids can be such a jerk to eyeliner most of the time, but I have some tips that I've been done to outcome the worst possibilites that could happen with smearing eyeliner.

I've done so many product reviews but then I realized I haven't posted anything about beauty tips.
This tips that I'm going to share with you is based on my experience and my way.

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Eyebase or eye primer can makes your eye makeup stay and last longer.
If you want your eye makeup to standout and last until the end of the day, eye primer would be your bestest friend ;D
You can use any eye primer products.
There are so many brands nowadays that offer you eye primer,from drugstore products to hi-end products.
Just pick any that suits your wallet condition :D

Also read: Nonna Eyeshadow in Brown and Black

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In this case, the eyeshadow that I use is the powder one.
I use eyeshadow as the steady ground for the eyeliner that I will put on.
It also works as absorbant for the oil that has yet to come.
If I don't want too standout eye makeup, I will use lighter color, like ivory or light brown.
Any color works fine, whichever suits your condition or liking.

source: http://trend2wear.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/eye-liner-3.jpg

I have 3 types of eyeliner in my makeup pouch.
Pen liner, liquid liner, and gel liner.
I use liquid the least because it doesn't suit my eyelid shape, so mostly I will pick pen or gel.
In this step, just put and shape your liner in your liking.
Cat eyes, puppy eyes, double lines, etc etc.

Also read: Etude House Oh! M'Eye Lash Volume Mascara

source: http://images.wisegeek.com/woman-applying-eye-shadow-to-eyes.jpg

I set another powder eyeshadow to make sure the liner is "dried".
Because then again, eyeshadow works as absorbant in my case.
Making the liner dry (reducing excess oil) makes the liner more steady and safe played ;D
Choose eyeshadow that match or similar with your liner color.

That would be 4 steps that I go through every time I wear eyeliner.
If you have oily lids problem, you can try my tips at home. See if it works too on you!

Don't forget to let me know the result after you try it!
Put it on the comment box below XD

Do you have another good tips for lasting eyeliner?
Share it with me!