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Thursday, 20 November 2014

Memebox : Tony Moly edition




So this month i have quite a few Memebox's to review. The first in this series are known for there amazingly cute packaging. Plus there apple shaped products. I cant wait to share them with you.  


Famous for their signature swoon-worthy packaging and its incredible effectiveness. Tony Moly is one of the most sought after beauty brands in all of Korea. In this Box you’ll find all of Tony Moly’s holy grail beauty essentials – intensive skin care goodies, makeup must-haves housed in precious packaging. 


Contents :
Mini peach lip balm
Egg pore shiny skin soap
Black gel eyeliner (long brush)
Delight tint neon crayon
- Luminous Aura Beam
- Panda's Dream White Cream
- Appletox smooth massage peeling cream


Egg pore shiny skin soap

Luxurious handmade soap & pack for pore management, Pore & keratin removal, Skin tightening & pore contraction effect, Deep cleansing effect Egg White. DirectionsSoap – Create sufficient foam, rub onto face as if massaging, and wash off with lukewarm water. Pack – Create sufficient foam, spread onto face, avoiding eyes and lips, and cleanse off with lukewarm water when it becomes creamy. 

Is a very cute concept of using egg holders as storage. The soaps will lather up and give you a lovely fresh feeling. Enriched with keratin that will help rebuild damaged skin. Looking forward to seeing the effects of cleaning with these little eggs.

Mini peach lip balm 

Sweet peach scented moisturizing lip balm. Superbly hydrating lip balm contains a blend of peach essence and shea butter for an intense moisturizing effect. Non-sticky formula spreads on easily, enveloping lips in a glossy and sweet fruity scented veil that softens while healing chapped lips at the same time. Whimsical, peach-shaped container is sure to delight lovers of all things cute and fanciful.

Beautifully presented lip balm that smells lovely. Lovely for travel as hydrating and it's smell size. I have so many beautiful lip balms and scrubs from memebox.


Panda's Dream White Cream 

Tonymoly Panda’s Dream White Cream is skin brightening and perfecting cream that locks in moisture and brightens dull complexions. This super nourishing cream will bring vitality back to skin while evening out the skin tone.Skin will feel soft and smooth after each application without the greasiness. The adorable panda packaging and the light fruity scent is an added bonus.

Cannot wait to try this cream as ive heard so many amazing reviews. Hopefully it will balance out my inperfection's. Then give me softer skin to apply my makeup. 


Appletox smooth massage peeling cream

Cream with keratin control, massage & moisture pack. Moist hydration type soft cream. Excellent keratin removal effects. Instant brightening effect. Usage : After daily cleansing, apply an appropriate amount onto the skin and gently massage in a circular motion. Once dirt particles appear, simply rinse off with lukewarm water. Recommended to use 1~2 times a week.

Ive not used a peeling cream before, if i was to choose one then this would be the one i would pick. Its packaging is very cute and can be re-used. Yet the products been given high praise. So im excited to try a peeling mask.



Luminous Aura Beam 

Tonymoly’s Luminous Goddess Aura Beam is a luminous gel type cream that adds supple, healthy glow to the skin, and minimizes the look of skin imperfections. Mixed with your favorite BB cream or used alone, this miracle product will help you achieve that infamous gorgeous Korean skin glow.

Ive had a sample of this Aura cream and it gives a lovely glow. I personally use this to allow my powder highlight adhere too. It makes my areas of highlight last vastly longer. So i would recommend this multi-tasking product. 


Black gel eyeliner (long brush)

Point eyeliner that makes your eyes distinct and gorgeous with vivid color. Before makeup, adjust the amount of eyeliner on the tissue and draw along eye-line. How to Use: Put on the colour on both side of brush. Spread the color quickly before it gets dry. Make sure the cap of eyeliner close tightly. 

I love gel eyeliner and ive heard this product is lovely. It applies easily and under control with the brush provided. The brush has a longer handle so this will be easier for those just starting to experiment with eyeliner.  


Delight tint neon crayon 

 A very bright and vibrant lip crayon. Its neon pink colour is enough to have anyone going OMG. I love bright colour so this was right up my alley.  Cannot wait to try this shade. 

Ive had a delight neon colour before in a previous box. Its a creamy lovely coloured chubby pencil. 

Really lovely box full of cutely packaged offerings from tony moly. I can't wait to use a lot of the products. The great thing about the packaging is when its finished you can depot another item into it. It truly is the most amazing packaging and i wish that it was more accessible in the UK. 


Wednesday, 12 November 2014

Memebox : Cutiepie edition #3



So here we have edition #3 from the collaboration with Cutiepie. Its really full of some adorable products. Plus honey products that are lovely for the skin.  


CutiePie fans rejoice, Memebox is thrilled to bring you the 3rd collaboration with the fabulous CutiePie. With over 4 million subscribers on YouTube, CutiePie beauty channel is filled with darling moments.
Her 3rd box is brimming with 8 full-sized delights that will satisfy your sweet tooth for K-Beauty. Her hand-picked items for the third collaboration is a must have for your daily routine. Don't miss this last chance to be a part of Marzia's world, it will be the best decision you make this month.

Contents :
- Sua Young : Berristure cream 
- Purederm : Nose pore strips
- Dearberry : Ice cream, hand cream
- Skin food : Honey lip balm
- Pure smile : Honey cleansing balm
- Étude house : Melting summer nails
- Missha : Lucid nail polish CR05
- EnSoap : Lollipops natural soap


Dearberry : Ice cream, hand cream 
This creamy hand balm penetrates the skin quickly to protect, moisturize, and replenish dehydrated hands. Its formula is enriched with naturally nourishing and emolliating ingredients to give you the softest hands ever. Plus, it looks like an ice cream.  How to use : Apply to clean hands and nails. 
Smells amazing and i really love the consistancy of the cream. 

Étude house : Melting summer nails
I havent used as yet but the ice cream nail art is a lovely idea. Presented beautifully and uniquely.  


Missha : Lucid nail polish CR05
For the perfect manicure, Vivid colors, high gloss, fast drying, long wear formula. Flat brush for one-touch, smooth and precise application.
Is a lovely coral colour and perfect consistancy. Has a lovely shine and dries quickly.

EnSoap : Lollipops natural soap
This lovely lollipop soap is 100% natural, personally crafted one by one, and formulated with high concentrates of centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and hydrogenated camellia oil, and thus gentle enough to be used by all skin types and conditions. How to use : Lather well before use.
A stunning presented soap that can be given as a gift or used personally. I really think its perfect for the shower, plus gives me a great moisturising soap. 

Purederm : Nose pore strips
Botanical Choice Nose Pore Strips "Choco Cacao" are one-step cleansing treatment specifically designed to unclog pores and lift away unwanted blakcheads. The strip removes dirt and oil which clog pores, leaving your skin clear and smooth. you'll feel a dramatic differece after just one use, and continued use of Nose Pore Strips works to tighten pores, keeping skin looking and feeling fresh. 
* Contain Chococacao Extract.

Are perfect strips that you apply to a wet nose, as they dry it will take the dirt from the pores. Then strip it from the skin, to take it from clogging into spots. 


Pure smile : Honey cleansing balm
An organic cleansing oil suitable for all skin types, this gentle formula removes makeup, dirt and impurities as it soothes and softens skin. This gentle formula removes makeup from the face and eyes as it soothes, moisturizes, and softens skin. It also contains honey and royal jelly extracts to replenish skin’s lost moisture and soothes inflamed and irritated skin. How to use : Dispense a small amount of cleansing oil into palm - Warm by rubbing - Massage dry face to remove makeup, dirt and other impurities - Remove by rinsing with warm water.
Smells amazing and you can use this as makeup remover. Its natural and i love  honey based products. It really does dissolve the most stubborn of eyeliner. 
Skin food : Honey lip balm
With its jelly texture, this lip balm applies easily and stays on, creating clear, shimmering lips. When lips feel dry, or to create moist-looking lips, apply with contained stick or with finger. Keep stick clean after each use.

Its beautifully presented with the little spatula provided. Sometimes i think too cute to use. Not sticky or horrid on your lips. Helps moisturise and keep your lips supple especially before applying lipstick. 


Sua Young : Berristure cream
This refreshing and lightweight gel type cream instantly hydrates and steadily releases moisture, leaving skin refreshed and rejuvenated throughout the day. Black Collagen capsule, looks like strawberry seed, and gelatine provide antioxidant protection. Ideal for all skin types. 8 different berries in Berristure :Acai Berry, Blueberry, Cranberry, Blackberry, Strawberry, Raspberry, Aronia (Chokeberry), Bilberry

Is a huge sized product that smells amazing. Has black collegen included to help skin and great for winter. Hydration is perfect for winter and well needed in my case. 

Again another lovely box and full of beautiful products picked. All items i will use and are perfect for the winter cold setting in. There is a 4 edition due for release soon. It will be the final box for cutiepie. It's a shame but i will be happy to see new collaborations coming to Memebox. 




Saturday, 1 November 2014

Memebox : Collaboration Cutiepie Edition #2




So i loved my last collaboration box from Cutiepie and from the released pictures, looks like another good box. Im especially excited for the surprise free gift.


Marzia's 2nd box is packed with some of the loveliest items we've ever laid eyes on, so if you missed out your chance to grab her 1st box, don't miss out this time! CutiePieMarzia fans know she won't disappoint, and this box is packed with the best of K-beauty we know you're going to love.


Contents :
- Tonymoly - Red Appletox Honey Cream
Cheek room - Lip Balm Clover 05 Cherry Clover 
Shara shara - Petit Friend Matte Lip Crayon 
Shara shara- Triple Shine Color Shadow
Theyeon - Jeju Hallabong Energy Mild All-in-one Serum
Revecen - Face Control Foundation #002 Violet 


Tonymoly - Red Appletox Honey Cream is my first skincare item to try from tonymoly. Its so cute that when its finished with, you can use this packaging still. 

Revecen - Face Control Foundation #002 Violet is a brand i have used before, with the halloween edition white shade. Its a foundation that needs body heat to warm and apply it smoothly. This purple shade is perfect for a base, for issues with hyperpigmentation. Can even the face colour out, i look forward too seeing how this works. 

Cheek room - Lip Balm Clover 05 Cherry Clover is a lip balm, that has a tiny clover in the middle. This shade is a light cherry tint and i really like this mini tin. Its perfect for my bag and will travel well.


Shara shara - Petit Friend Matte Lip Crayon is a chubby lip crayon we have come to love. My shade is a almost neutral orange, which seems scary but when applied it blends to enhance your lips. So to have an extra colour is fantastic.

Shara shara Triple Shine Color Shadow is a mini cute trio of eyeshadows that is set as a third within the pan. I got the pink shades and i could not be happier, as i have a love for Jewel tone shades. Perfect cute mini for travel makeup bags. 

Theyeon Jeju Hallabong Energy Mild All-in-one Serum is a product containing  Jeju, which seems to be from my understanding volacanic rock. Rich with minerals and nutrients, that then is infused within face masks and other products. This is a serum which is a item in my skincare regieme i will plough through, especially during the winter season. So perfect addition to the box.


*Exclusive free gift offer within the box. My free give was a Snake venom serum.

Dr. MJ Synake Venom Lifting Cream :
 Peptide content give rich elasticity for volume full face line. Adenosine and collagen extract give elasticity for younger looking skin. Shea butter and jojoba oil give moisture and nutrition to thirsty skin for long lasting moisturised skin. Rich nutrition formula soothes tired skin from harmful environment for silky soft skin.
How to use : After serum apply right amount and massage.  

This is an amazing free gift to receive, as snake venom has been promoted as having such amazing properties for skin. So im truely thrilled with my free gift and cant wait to use this. 


So i am again really happy with my Cutiepie box. I've purchased edition 3 which is coming out soon. So this will not be the end of Cutiepie collaboration reviews. 

Memebox : K-Style 3




So K-style from what i understand are the most up to date, products making a splash on the korean market. So again an intriguiging box for me. 


From youthful and innocent girl-next-door looks to glamorous, badass beauty looks. KPOP idols rock the hottest, most up-to-date beauty trends in all of Korea. Take these glam and glitz idol looks from on-stage to on-the-street and add some spice to your look.


The 3rd K-Style Cosmetics Box, beauty advice from your favorite KPOP idols and steal the spotlight. Lights, camera, action.


Contents :
Secret kiss : Face fit strobe cream
Vella : Flower flower B.B
Tonymoly : 7 days tattoo
Style Y : Mix and match shadow
Style Y : Colour fit lip/cream
Colour world : Jewel shadow stick


Secret kiss : Face fit strobe cream is interesting and i am looking forward to compare this to the higher end editions. Its a lovely consistancy and seems to have a luminous glow, yet not heavy on the skin. 


Style Y : Colour fit lip/cream is a lovely colour i cannot wait to try. Its for cheeks and lips, so a duel product perfect for travel. I have yet to try a duel lip/cheek product, so this will be very interesting for me.

Vella : Flower flower B.B is a brand i love to try, so im so excited to try this BB cream. The consistancy is lovely and feels so lovely on the skin. Just like all Vella products that I've so far used.


Style Y : Mix and match shadow is a stunning colour and again dual product. So a beautiful shadow colour and liner is so perfect to create, a light look but can also be smoked out.


Colour world : Jewel shadow stick in purple is beautiful. Its a perfect base to any purple look's, which i feel makes my green eyes pop. So i love jewel shade looks. 

Tonymoly : 7 days tattoo is a that gives instant eyebrows, that last for up to 7 days. Needing only top ups if you think the colour is fading. The colour is perfect and i cant wait to use this. 

So another fabulous box that im really impressed with. I am excited to try the makeup, as i love the products ive recieved so far from Memebox. All these colours are perfect for me, plus will compliment my eyes and complexion. 


Sunday, 19 October 2014

Memebox : Snow white box



So the princess that insprired this box, is the beautiful Snow white. Famed for her pure skin and light spirit. This box contains items that should make you, the fairest of them all. 


They say :
Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who’s the fairest of them all? You, with the Snow White Box, of course. The cooler months spell for the perfect time to brighten up skin, even out uneven complexions, and target pesky dark spots! Whatever shade of the rainbow your skin color is, optimize your skin’s radiance and clarity for luminous, glowing skin.

Contents : 
- Nella Fantasia : Oneday Whitener 
- Original raw First Essence : Vitamin essence 
- Faceflux : Anti-wrinkle revitalize cream
- Daltokki : Whitening Essence 
- 5 Seeds : Apple Water Brightning Scrub 
- Morningtree : Revitalizing Whitening Deep Spot 


Nella Fantasia : Oneday Whitener is a facial whitening cream. Which can be used to help even out skintone, or even help lighten a dark foundation. 

Faceflux : Anti-wrinkle revitalize cream sounds lovely and refreshing. Especially for the eyes, when you can look the most tired and the darkest of tired bags. 

Daltokki : Whitening Essence is an item i didnt think i could use but with a few drops, this could be a dark foundations saviour. Being a essence it wont dry your skin. Which is a bonus for the cold months drawing in. 


Original raw First Essence : Vitamin essence is said to contain a multitude of natural essence's. To help keep skin hydrated whilst you sleep but also to infuse the skin with nutrients. Its the time when the body is repairing, it makes sense to have a night product. So im looking forward to the results.

5 Seeds : Apple Water Brightning Scrub is a product i know will be amazing, as apple is packed full of fantastic skin vitamin. This is marvellously refeshing to the skin and ideal for dry skin types. Packed with vitamins and natural ways to remove dry skin. 

Morningtree : Revitalizing Whitening Deep Spot not found the need to use this as yet. However im sure it will come in useful to lighten any redness. Also help a spot thats healing to revitalise the skin. 


A lovely box with alot of products to give you a creamy fresh complextion. Also keep your skin fresh and hydrated.

Wednesday, 15 October 2014

Memebox : Sleeping beauty box

Sleeping beauty is probably the princess i relate to the most. I love my sleep but i dont have flawless hair and skin, like this princess when she wakes up. So anything to help me awaken with the birds singing, would be a small wish thats Once upon a dream. 


They say : 
 When you need more than a kiss from a prince to break your beauty spell… use our Sleeping Beauty Box. Break out of your beauty rut and pamper yourself in the PM for an instant beauty transformation! Revitalize dull and tired-looking skin with ultra-moisturizing, and super nutritious formulas to lock in hydration and essential vitamins and minerals! Give yourself the ultimate skin care therapy with beauty goodies that retexturize, repair, and renew skin for petal-soft, radiant skin the next morning.


Contents :
- ReinPlatz : Intense moisture hand pack
- Vella : Neck tight cream
- D'ran : Aqua wonder cream
- Dermahouse : Aloe vera aqua gel
- E choice : Aloe vera all care cream
- Dewytree : Aqua collagen sleeping mask


Dewytree : Aqua collagen sleeping mask is a huge full size product. Applying this sleeping pack for overnight moisture and hydration. Its a lovely product that is a new concept to me. This is a perfect product for winter dry skin. Also perfect for a Sleeping beauty box, to gain your beauty sleep.

 Dermahouse : Aloe vera aqua gel is again another huge full size product. Aloe vera being a well known product for hydration. Its a very absorbent product, moisturising and light. Again to add aprotective layer to the skin. 

D'ran : Aqua wonder cream is a eye cream that can help lift, hydrate and brighten any weak skin. So after your serum application, take some of this eye cream and tap it in. Using natural seaweed properties and collagen to help the eye area, remain free from sensitivity. 


ReinPlatz : Intense moisture hand pack is a fantastic product, that gives dry and cracked hands a new lease of life. Deeply nourishing too skin and removing the dead skin cells. This is a perfect way to give your hands the boost they need. 

Vella : Neck tight cream is a totally new concept to me. However a nice concept to be able to use a product, that could rid me of the slight forming double chin. So any product that can help prevent the pace, is a welcome product in my regime. 

E choice : Aloe vera all care cream is a small container that can be a multi use product. Use it on everything from lip, nails, body etc. To help give you a on hand and handbag ready product, too offer instant dry skin relief. Beautiful to have this over winter. 



Sunday, 14 September 2014

Memebox - Coffee break with Dani (Limited edition)



So my second Memebox arrived and by no means did it disappoint. I'm loving each Memebox that arrives at my door. This box was another collaboration and I'm thrilled with the products. 


The box includes : 
- Prori : aroma gel mist 
- Dewytree : Ginsing mask
- Golden glove : 1pair exfoliating gloves
- Miguhara : B.P cream
- Nuganic : Sunblock 50spf
- Handskin : Bio origin BB ampoule
- Kocostar : Nail therapy 
- Chamos acaci : Snail eye cream


So above is a picture of the contents, it's full to the brim. Amazing box with a majority of full sized products. This ensures you can make a proper evaluation of a product, to see if it suits your needs. By far a better quality of beauty box. 


- Hanskin - Bio origin BB ampoule
This BB ampoule is a dainty size (4.5ml), only needing a drop of product too meet your needs. Packed with royal jelly extracts, makes for easier application of the product. This product claims that it will help leave a visibly silkier and brighter complexion. 

You can also use this product to areas you wish to cover up.  I cannot wait to use this product, as it sounds like it will be an amazing for winter. With the royal jelly for nutrients and hydration, perfect for dry skin. 


- Miguara B.P can serve as a BB cream or primer. It's oil free formula helps control excessive oil production. Keeping skin silky and even's skin tones. Applied over skin like a primer plus helps visible pores. I can't wait to try this product. Although I think it's more suited to summer for my skin type, as that's when my skin can be oily in the T-zone. I will be using more hydration as the weather becomes colder.

- Nuganic Sun block looks to be great for sensitive skins within summer. So I will keep this for my husband as he does burn easy. However in the UK we have sporadic summer's and I think this missed the season. Great product to have as an essential. 


- Prori gel mist is in the scent of lavender and a beautiful product. Enriched with bee venom and roots from many plants. This gel mist helps with blemishes and a multitude of other needs. Infused with lavender essential oil, this creates a calming gentle mist. 

- Chamos acaci's snail eye cream is said to help improve fine lines, dark circles etc around the eyes. Help's to moisturise the skin plus infuse with collagen, which help's accelerate the production of new tissue. Can be applied after basic makeup is set, which perks up the eyes. Refreshing your appearance when tapped lightly for better absorption.


- Nail therapy a first for me as I've never tried a nail mask, so this will be a new experience. One i hopefully will see marked improvements to my nails and damaged cuticles.

- Ginsing face mask I've heard this mask is amazing for skin, infused with many great ingredients. I tend to use masks in the winter when the cold is not being to kind to my skin. Maybe i should make a point of using facial masks again.


- 1 pair of exfoliation gloves these may not look like much, but if you have dry skin then they are just a pair of heaven. Much more efficient then any exfoliating product I've seen, its gentler then a loofah and more precise. These really are fantastic for dry skin. 


I loved my Coffee break with dani box, i cannot await my next box to be shipped on the 19th Sept and hope you all are as excited to see whats due to be arriving. 





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