this is translated from their website: strengthen fragile hair and easy to break. formulated with intra-cylane and ceramide to fill hair structure. strengthen fragile area as well as soften. free from paraben.

the packaging: gee.. they should put the size of the mask really clear as it's big. the hair mask comes in silver plastic tub with green plastic screw cap. the size of the tub is big as it comes in 500 ml, which is twice the size of my previous hair mask. they seal around the cap with plastic sealing, but nothing else. luckily it's arrived safe and secured. there's description on the tub but i don't bother reading it.

the scent: she's right when she said that this one smells good. it's quite fragrance and it lingered until my next washes on me (even though i exercised daily thus sweating a lot). anyway, i think the scent is reminded me of my childhood when i picked up my mom from the hair salon. it smells like the creambath product that they used in hair salon. i don't mind with the scent as it's not super annoying but if you don't like fragranced product, then you should skip it.

the product: the mask is white cream mask, but it's not as thick as my previous TBS hair mask. since the tub is quite big and the mask is a bit runny, it's a bit hard to scoop the mask out and not drop it along the way before it reaches my hair. however, it's easy to lather on my hair and i use it mid-shaft to the end of my hair. 

the result: i use this mask whenever i wash my hair to substitute conditioner on weekdays, but at weekend, i use it and leave it on like a mask for around 5 minutes. even if i don't leave it around for 5 minutes, i can still feel that it makes my hair soft and smooth.

i have to say i'm pretty satisfied with this hair mask. it's affordable and it comes in big size. it smells nice. it makes my hair soft and smooth but unfortunately, i haven't seen any difference with the hair fall problem. i still suffer hair falls problem but it's not getting worse either. i'll update it if i notice any changes. 

the description i found from some online store: koji dolly wink eyeliner is back with its third edition of its fantastic black liquid eyeliner. this renewed version is more pigmented than the second, and glides on very smoothly to create a nice crisp line. this vivid liner lasts all day long, and quickly dries once applied. smudge-free formula that's resistant to sweat, water and tear! you can never go wrong with obtaining tsubasa masuwaka's miracle dolly wink liner.

the packaging: it comes in toothbrush like packaging, which means it has hard plastic cover and since it's transparent, you can see the product from the outside. it has cardboard backing with information at the back. however, it's written in japanese, so no telling what it says. for this one, it's all pink.

the color: it's jet black. it's really opaque. it's too dark for my liking for daily, but it's okay for now. i think i like the brown one better for daily. but if you're black eyeliner kind of girl, then you should try this one.

the product: just like the brown one, this comes in pen shape. only difference is the color. for this one, it comes in pattern pink body with black cap. as i've said, it has brush tip that's easy to use. you can draw thin or thick line according to your need. 

the result: well, once it's set, it's smudgeproof. i never try whether it's waterproof or not, but i guess it holds up pretty good for daily. i never try removing it with just warm water, but i can remove it easily with cleansing oil and so far i have to problem removing it so don't worry about having racoon eyes because of this eyeliner. 

i have to say that this is one of my favorite, but i like the brown one better for daily. i think the black one is too dark for daily. but if you like black eyeliner, then you should try it. if you're afraid to try because of the brush tip, let me tell you, that all of japanese eyeliners that i've tried all come in brush tip mostly, and they are all easy to use. even easier than felt tip one that i've tried. anyway, they are more affordable if you can get them straight in japanese rather than buying it online, so i don't think i'd buy it unless i can go back to japan to buy it. anyway, if you're curious about dolly wink, i think they've renewed the packaging since japan is known to revamp the formulation/packaging every three years, so don't expect you'll find the same one as mine these days. 

this is translated from their catalogue found in their website: encapsulated retinol is formulated with encapsulated technology that makes it gentler and easier to absorbed into skin layers. when the retinol is absorbed, it will released slowly so it doesn't irritate the skin. retinol function such as reducing fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin elasticity, fighting against acne and acne scars, brightening skin tone. 

suitable for fighting skin problems such as: aging signs, acne, hyperpigmentation, uneven texture, dull.

safe to combined with: hyaluronic acid, ceramide, cica, snap8 peptide, bakuchiol

not recommended with: lactic acid (AHA), lactobionic acid (PHA), salicylic acid (BHA), vitamin c

use with caution with: niacinamide

the box

description on the box as well as the ingredients list

ingredients list: water, polysorbate 20, hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, caprylic/ capric triglyceride, phenoxyethanol, retinol, aloe barbadensis (leaf) extract, propylene glycol, triethanolamine, polyacrylate-13, disodium EDTA, glyceryl laurate, glycerin, vaccinium angustifolium (fruit) extract, polyisobutene, tocopherol, citric acid, soluble collagen, sorbitan isostearate, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate.

the packaging: it comes in a white box with purple accent. i think they color coded the products as the hydrating stuff are red, the retinol/bakuchiol in purple. there are other stuff in yellow (probably vitamin c related or the exfoliating stuff) and green (the peptide). the box is similar to elsheskin one. you can open the box completely (which makes it easier for recycling i guess) and there's added description on the inside part of the box. the serum itself comes in a light bulb-shape glass bottle with dropper to dispense the product. the bottle is transparent so you can see the product inside. the serum is supposed to be yellowish, but there's some sediment on top of the serum if it's being stagnant for so long. but i can just shake it to dissolve it again. there are two sizes, 12 ml and 32 ml. both are unusual since usually full size one comes in 30 ml while the sample one varies from 5 ml to 10 ml.

the scent: there's no added fragrance but since they add blueberry into the mix, i can smell a bit fruity scent but it's very faint.

the product: it's a yellowish liquid type serum so it's easy to spread around and doesn't take long to be absorbed. the instruction say to use 3-4 drops at first before adding another drop, making it 5 drops for the whole face and neck. as for me, i don't count the drops. maybe half to three quarter of the dropper for my whole face and neck. looking at the ingredients, they do make sure that they add moisturizing and soothing agents to counteract the dryness effect caused by retinol. 

the result: since it's been awhile since i use retinol, i decided to take it slow. i use it twice a week for two weeks before using it every other day for two weeks. and then up it to every day. only pause on sunday because i still have to finish my BHA serum. the rest of the skincare is the same with the exception of the moisturizer. i alternate sulwhasoo firming cream and votre peau night cream because the votre peau one contains glycolic acid (yes, i know, some of you might cringe). anyway. so far, my skin has been tolerating the serum quite well. i don't see any redness nor dryness even after using it every day. in fact, i have to say that it helps with acne a lot. i start to stop getting cystic acne almost immediately after i use it every other day. i do still get acne here and there due to mask wearing, but it matures quickly and heals fast.

anyway, i'm quite surprise that my skin tolerates this one better. honestly, i almost never heard about this one, so i'm quite pleased to find that this one is a gem. my only complaint is the formulation. there's still some sediment on top of the solution so i have to shake it well before using it. if only it's completely homogenous, then it'll be better. they offer two sizes, so you can try it in sample size if you don't want to commit to the full size yet. price wise, it's still affordable, and it's easy to get. i'll put this in my rotation list if i ever run out of product to try. 

this is the description from their marketplace: enriched with morocco oil, orange flower oil, water soluble protein, rosemary and other micro-molecule plant essential oil, to supplement refining protein to hair while deeply repairing dry or damaged hair caused by coloring and chemical treatment. leaves hair vibrant and elastic. suitable for dry, damaged, or frequently colored hair. 

organic ingredients: BPOM, no sulfat, no mineral oil, no propylene glycol, no animal testing, no paraben, GMP and FDA certified.

the packaging: it comes in light yellow/brown box. the top of the box is shaped like flower and it looks as if the flower is blooming when it's being opened. there's description on the box as well as the ingredients list on the box. the hair oil itself comes in dark brown glass bottle with pump to dispense the product. there's another cap to cover the pump head. there are english and french description on the label as well as the ingredients list. the hair oil comes in 50 ml which is half less than my usual loreal hair oil. 

the scent: okay, i think it smells like rosemary or other combination of essential oil. not my usual hair oil scent, but it's okay. i get used to the scent as time goes by. luckily it's not super fragrant and once my hair is dried, the scent still lingered but not too overwhelming.

the product: the hair oil is similar in consistency with my loreal hair oil. if not slightly thicker. i use around 8 pumps for my whole hair, from the middle to end. i don't apply it to my hair root as i'm afraid it might make my hair greasy.

the result: once i tried using it after i blow dry my hair but before using flat iron, and it works just as well. no additional greasiness. i have to say that it works okay. my hair color doesn't seem to fade nor changed. my hair is soft and smooth, but if i have to be picky, i have to say that my loreal makes my hair softer and smoother. but i don't notice additional dryness because of the hair dye. so i guess this hair oil can counteract the dryness effect. 

i have to say that this one is a decent hair oil. it works well, and my hair feels soft and smooth, though not softer than when i used loreal hair oil. it works protecting my color well as even after a month, my hair color is still vibrant and not changing. however, i'm not happy about the size and the price. sure, it's more expensive than my loreal, but the fact that it only comes in 50 ml annoys me more. that means, price per ml is even higher than loreal. will i repurchase? maybe. but i want to try matrix one first after this. yes, i'm a sucker for cheaper stuff. if they work well, then why should i spend more money? anyway, i think dancoly only sold through selective seller, so it's not widely available. 

this is the description from their website: maximum protection and crystal skin. powerful combination of bakuchiol, coq10 and palmitoyl tripeptide-38 which are effective to help strengthen collagen tissue, prevent signs of premature aging, neutralize free radicals and protect skin damage caused by uv rays, pollution or external exposure. this serum complements the 3 important components that are essential for skin barrier (squalane, ceramide, hyaluronic acid) by hydrating and moisturizing skin as well as strengthening skin barrier. 

- bakuchiol: works as anti-inflammatory as well as antioxidant so that it becomes a natural alternative for retinol. bakuchiol triggers skin cell regeneration thereby helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation without causing skin inflammation.

- coq10 : ubiquinone/ coenzyme q10 or also known as coq10 is an antioxidant that neutralize free radicals, protect skin from damage, stimulates collagen and elastin production to reduce the appearance of fine lines, improve skin firmness and elasticity.

- palmitoyl tripeptide-38: palmitoyl tripeptide-38 is a matrikine-line compound that regulates cell activity and remodeling of collagen tissue. it works by stimulating the six major constituents that makes palmitoyl tripeptide-38 able to increase collagen production, repair damaged skin tissue, increase skin moisture and elasticity.

- 2 types of hyaluronic acid: categorized into 2 types of hyaluronic acid complex, which are sodium hyaluronate and sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer which maintain skin cell moisture by increasing hydration and maintaining skin elasticity.

- betaine: the chemical structure of betaine resembles amino acid glycine with three additional methyl groups (called trimethylglycine). the benefits of betaine in skin care include hydrating, soothing, as an anti-inflammatory and anti-aging to skin.

- squalane: it is a lightweight and non-comedogenic oil that does not clog pores. functions as natural moisturizing factors (NMF) to maintain skin moisture and does not strip the skin. squalane also functions as an antioxidant that can prevent skin damage when exposed to uv rays, it helps to keep the skin supple, youthful and hydrated.

- ceramide NP: a pure ceramide that not only strengthens skin barrier on dry skin and prevents aging but also has an extraordinary ability to maintain the moisture balance on skin's surface.

- caffeine: caffeine is a powerful antioxidant known for its anti-aging benefits. caffeine can also reduce redness (rosacea) and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. 

the packaging: since i got this in sample size, it comes in tiny grey plastic bottle with white screw cap. it has spout to dispense the product. i don't even try to read the label. all the sample sizes look exactly like this. the full size came in glass bottle that looks similar to one another. the full size comes in 20 ml, which is usual size for somethinc but weird as usual serum size is 30 ml. 

the scent: this one is scentless. no weird smell either.

the product: let me remind you that this is the newer bakuchiol product in their line up. they have another bakuchiol oil that comes in bottle with dropper (the old version), i think the bottle is yellow. this one is bakuchiol and coq10 one. i honestly never try to find out about this one and i never saw one in my IG, so i'm quite surprised to see that it's yellow lotion type of serum. i thought it would be gel-ish or oil. anyway, it's easy to spread around and absorbed easily as well. it doesn't leave tacky feeling afterward. if you're curious, this sample lasts for about two weeks, once a day usage on me.

the result: considering this has a bunch of moisturizing agents, obviously on the first try i can feel that this one is more moisturizing. i was afraid that it might be too oily to use in the morning, but since i'm testing exfoliating toners in the morning, i guess this serum kind of balancing my skin condition. however, i don't think it works to prevent acne because i keep getting weird acne popping here and there, especially during the first week. i didn't see it in the morning, but it popped out around noon and then it burst at night. but during the second week, somehow it started to vanish. however, it's not enough to draw any conclusion, so i won't say anything more about it. 

this is the description from their website: vitamin c 10% ferulic serum is a specially formulated serum with 3 types of rich antioxidant (10% vitamin c, ferulic acid, and sea buckthorn) to brighten the skin, even out skin tone, diminish acne scars, hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and fine lines. also works to protect the skin from any damage caused by UV lights exposure, as well as soften and smoothen the skin.

power ingredients:

- 10% ascorbyl glucoside (as vitamin c): a vitamin c derivative which has better stabilized formulation, gentler, and safer for sensitive skin. luckily, the results given from this derivative is just as effective as pure vitamin c (ascorbic acid) to brighten and even out skin tone, fade out acne scars and hyperpigmentation, diminish the appearance of large pores, and increase collagen production so it also can fade out fine lines and wrinkles.

- ferulic acid: as an antioxidant which effectively fades out acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, brown spots, and other signs of premature aging. it also works to calm and treat damaged skin due to the exposure of UV lights. 

- sea buckthorn: as a natural antioxidant which contains natural vitamin c 15x richer than oranges and vitamin e to brighten the skin, diminish acne scars, and increase collagen production. it also contains as anti-inflammatory agent which helps to soothe the skin and cure acne. 

ingredients list: water, ascorbyl glucoside, pentylene glycol, tromethamine, ethoxydiglycol, phenoxyethanol, ferulic acid, hippophae rhamnoides extract (sea buckthorn), disodium EDTA, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium nitrate, glyoxal, butylene glycol. 

the packaging: it comes in white/orange box. there's description on the box in indonesian as well as the ingredients list. the serum itself comes in white opaque glass bottle with dropper to dispense the product. actually i'm quite surprised to see that they use white for the bottle as usually brands use darker color for vitamin c serum packaging. the bottle is short and chubby as it's only 15 ml. fyi, usual serum comes in 30 ml so this is half the usual serum size. there's a stopper around the neck. unfortunately since the bottle is opaque, i can't see clearly how much is left in the bottle.

the scent: as usual, it has citrusy scent that most vitamin c serum has. it's not annoying at all as it's very subtle. once it's absorbed, i don't think i can smell it anymore.

the product: the serum is light yellow liquid type of serum. since it's liquid, it's easy to spread around and easy to absorbed. however, afterward it feels a little bit tacky. just a little bit. i use this down to my neck, and later on, if i sweat, it makes my neck area sticky. this serum layers well with my moisturizer and it doesn't pill. the ingredients list is quite short. you can clearly see that they use ascorbyl glucoside as the vitamin c derivative and also add ferulic acid as antioxidant and sea buckthorn that also has brightening effect. they also add moisturizing agents as well. i put this in the fridge as i don't want to risk of it getting oxidized, and so far the color doesn't change at all. 

the result: this one is as moisturizing as somethinc vitamin c that i've tried before this. as for the brightening, it helps even out my skin tone and make my skin looks clearer like somethinc one. however, i notice that it takes even longer for this one to fade my acne scars. however, i don't like how it become sticky on my neck area especially when i sweat a lot. if you look at the progress picture, keep in mind that i also use retinol serum, i used to use exfoliating cream every other day then two weeks before i finish this serum, i use runa beauty exfoliating gel cream once a week since i also use exfoliating toner in the morning.

i have to say for that price, this one works okay. it doesn't oxidize as long as i keep it in the fridge (i'm not experimenting by putting it outside the fridge, i don't want to waste my money). it's moisturizing and helps with my skin tone. however, you have to be patient if you want to use it to fade acne scars or dark spots. i don't mind with the small size though as it means i can finish it quicker before it's oxidized or anything. i think it'll be suitable for all skin type. my only complaint is the stickiness that i experience especially when i'm sweating. considering that i live in hot and humid country, this might not be ideal once the weather gets hotter. that being said, i don't think i'll repurchase this one since there are other vitamin c serums that i want to try. 

this is the description from their website: enriched with ginger essential oil, our new serum intensely nourishes and helps rebalance your scalp. a few drops are all it takes to soothe dryness between washes. swishable hair starts with a healthy scalp. use regularly with our ginger scalp care shampoo and ginger scalp care conditioner for a healthier-feeling scalp and stronger, healthier-feeling hair.

vegan, intensely nourishes the scalp, so it looks and feels healthier. helps rebalance the scalp from excess oils and sebum. soothes dry, flaky scalps between washes. enriched with ginger essential oil from Sri Lanka, white willow and birch bark extracts. non-oily and fast-absorbing formula. dermatologically tested. 

main ingredients:

- ginger essential oil: zingiber officanale root oil to its friends, this stuff is known for its purifying properties and pleasantly zingy smell.

- birch bark extract: you get this extract from the bark of birch trees. 

ingredients list: aqua, propanediol, hydroxyethylcellulose, polysorbate 20, glycerin, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, butylene glycol, pentylene glycol, arginine, lactic acid, salix alba bark extract/ salix alba (willow) bark extract, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, glycine soja germ extract, triticum vulgare germ extract/ triticum vulgare (wheat) germ extract, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid, fragrance, sodium hydroxide, betula alba bark extract, epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, gluconolactone, linalool, scutellaria baicalensis root extract, zingiber officinale root oil/zingiber officinale(ginger) root oil, limonene, sodium benzoate, citronellol, citral, eugenol, benzyl alcohol, geraniol, ascorbyl palmitate, sodium metabisultife, calcium lactate. 

the packaging: it comes in dark green glass bottle with dropper to dispense the product. there's a big ginger label at front and at the back there's description in indonesian. at first, i don't mind with the packaging. but the bottle is quite heavy. unfortunately, i didn't know that the dropper is made of glass as well and i dropped it and it shattered. luckily, i had several empty plastic bottle so i can transfer them and the bottle use pump to dispense the product. after transferring it, i realize that using pump is better to use this hair serum. now i hope they would change the packaging. it comes in 50 ml.

the scent: it has faint ginger scent but it's not annoying. a bit weird though as usually my hair products smell fragrant, but this one smells spicy. 

the product: the serum is more like oil in consistency. it's light yellow and a bit viscous. however, it's easy to massage onto my scalp and it doesn't feel sticky or greasy as long as i use it on damp hair.

the result: before this one, i use erhair hair tonic that helps with hairloss, but it doesn't seem to work. for this one, i agree that it helps soothe dryness on my scalp, but i still need to exfoliate my scalp at least once a week. however, it doesn't help much with itchiness. sometimes i still get dandruff but it will vanish after i exfoliate my scalp with erhair hair gel. however, i notice i can prolong duration between washes and my hair doesn't look greasy even though i exercised daily. once i experienced itchiness in between washing and i tried using this on my scalp. surprisingly, it helped with the itchiness and it didn't make my hair greasy the next day. 

so far i don't have any complaints about this one. it works okay to help with my scalp condition. the only problem is the packaging. i know that they use glass so it's completely recyclable, but i do hope they will think about how someone might drop the dropper and it will be difficult to use the hair serum without dropper. 

this is translated from their catalogue: hyaluronic acid, formulated with mini oligo HA or smaller molecular type hyaluronic that's designed to penetrate skin deeper so it helps hydrate and smooth skin, make skin supple, increase skin barrier function, fight aging signs such as fine lines and wrinkles on skin.

benefits:

- increase skin elasticity and maintain skin moisture

- gives maximal hydration to skin layers

- helps reduce trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL)

- helps increase skin barrier function

- helps calm down inflamed skin because of acne

suitable for: dry skin, dry patches and flakiness, dehydrated skin, aging skin

ingredients list: water, propylene glycol, hyaluronic acid, propanediol, glycerin, ethylhexylglycerin, citric acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, sodium citrate, soluble collagen

the packaging: it comes in white box and the color combination is coded to the type of the serum. for the hydrator serums like this one, the color is red, so the box is red/white combination. there are descriptions on the box in indonesian as well as the ingredients list. the box is similar to elsheskin moisturizer, that you can open it completely flat and there's more description on the inside just like the other serum. as i've mentioned, there are two sizes, 12 ml for the sample size and 32 ml for the full size. i know, the size is weird. usually it will be 10 ml and 30 ml, but i don't exactly measure it, so it might be 10 and 30. anyway, the serum comes in light-bulb shape transparent glass bottle with dropper to dispense the product. the neck color is coordinated to the type, so it's red as well. my complaint is the dropper is really short so once i'm left with a quarter left, it's hard to get it with the dropper and i have to just pour it on my palm.

the scent: as you can see in the ingredients list, there's no added fragrance and luckily, there's no weird synthetic scent that comes from the serum. 

the product: this one is a watery type serum, totally like toner. it looks and feels similar to the cica serum that i've tried before. since it's watery, it's very quick to absorbed and doesn't leave tacky feeling. i'm quite surprised to see short ingredients list but as you can see, it's very simple with hydrating and moisturizing stuff. 

the result: i have to say among three other hydrator serums that i've tried, this might be my least favorite. basically it feels like a toner. it doesn't help much, especially since my toner is more heavy lifting than this one. so i feel it's a bit meh. but it does hydrate, just.. not much. 

as you can see, i'm glad i didn't buy the full size as this one is a bit meh. the hydration that it provides is minimal, less than the inoceramide one, similar to the cica one, but the cica one has soothing property so it does have a bit something else rather than this one. anyway, if you're looking for a basic, hydrating serum, then this might be a choice. it does what it claims, it doesn't have added fragrance and the price is really affordable. but if you like something more, then you should skip this. oh, and the reason i think it might not go with my foreo bear is, it's too thin like toner. i don't think it will provide smooth canvas for my bear to glide all over my face. that being said, won't repurchase this one.