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Want to know which skincare products truly work and which should be avoided? You can find our truthful opinions on a wide range of products from eye cream and moisturizer to UV screen and cleanser. We make an effort to pinpoint pimple-safe products as well as those that can potentially clog pores.

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Biore Mild Cleansing Liquid

Biore Mild Cleansing Liquid | Still loving this after 11 years!

Looking for a great makeup cleanser? I highly recommend Biore Mild Cleansing Liquid, which I’ve been using for over a decade and still love! In this review, I put it to the test against Shu Uemura to see which one removes makeup faster.  The result? It took me by surprise! Updated (2026): This post was first published in 2015 and has […]

Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream

Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream: Feels like a toy, but great bang for the buck

In my latest shopping spree, I picked up quite a few Curel skincare products and I’m happy to share my review of Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream.  If you are looking for an eye cream that’s gentle enough for dry, sensitive skin and offers great value, read on!    About Curel Moisture Repair Eye Cream Curel is a Japanese skincare

Curel Deep Moisture Spray

Curel Deep Moisture Spray: Finally, a mist I didn’t abandon after a week

I’ve got another great product to share with you. In my ongoing quest to heal my dehydrated and flaky skin, I’ve found Curel Deep Moisture Spray and am in love with it. Let me share what this Japan-made product does, and whether it’s worth adding to your skincare lineup.    About Curel Deep Moisture Spray Curel Deep Moisture Spray was

Caudalie Resveratrol Eye Gel Cream

Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Firming Eye Gel Cream: Gel, cream…or both?

Bought France-made skincare – Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Firming Eye Gel Cream – during a recent trip to France. What’s unique about the cream was the built-in metal applicator which promised to offer a quick, refreshing eye massage during application. Does it work?   Also, is this a gel or cream since both are in the name? Read on for a quick review

Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol

Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol Review: The first Retinol I’ve tried – and it works!

I’ve always heard about how Retinol is effective in reversing the sign of aging, but had never used one (at least not a pure retinol) till recent weeks. Today, I’ll review the first pure retinol product I’ve tried – Hyaestic 0.5% Pure Retinol.  And I have to say that I’m quite happy with what I’ve seen in under two weeks

DHC Color Lip Cream

What I thought of DHC Lip Cream after 12 years (incl. Swatch of DHC Color Lip Cream)

Hey guys, let’s talk about one popular beauty product from Japan – DHC Lip Cream. I first reviewed this product in 2014. Since then, some things have changed. For instance, they now have tinted ones known as DHC Color Lip Cream, and “extra moisturising” ones among others. I also found out a few cons of this product. Instead of updating

Curel Foaming Facial Wash

Have dry skin? Curel Foaming Wash gives you 6 reasons to love it (REVIEW)

6 years ago, I was on a journey to find skincare that was gentle enough for my dehydrated skin? I found Curel Foaming Wash and have recently repurchased this again as my skin was going thought another bout of dryness and flaking.  Made in Japan, this pump-foaming wash is specially formulated for those with dry and sensitive skin. What made

Hyaestic SF64 Skin Fusion Sunscreen

Sunscreen for sensitive skin: Meet Hyaestic Skin Fusion SF64 Sun and Pollution Protector SPF50+

If you are looking for an alcohol-free sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin, the Hyaestic Skin Fusion SF64 Sun and Pollution Protector SPF50+ sunscreen is worth a closer look.  As I’m approaching the 50s, my skin has been giving me quite a bit of problem, mainly relating to dryness and flaking. That prompted me to explore changing my skincare routine, cutting

Things to buy in Malaysia

25 Things to Buy in Malaysia: A Singaporean’s Perspective

What are the things worth buying from Malaysia? As many of you know, I travel to Malaysia frequently, at least twice a month. Over the years, I’ve figured out the stuff worth lugging back to Singapore. Obviously, with Singapore being the most expensive city in the world, many things may seem worthwhile to bring back from Malaysia, right? Well, what

Elizabeth Arden Lip Balm

Review of Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick

9 years after my first purchase, I’m still loving Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick. I first published this post in 2017 when I bought a trio pack at Changi Airport DFS. The tinted lip balms in shades of pink, red and nude felt like a practical addition to my luggage, protecting my lips from dry cabin air

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