metamorph-me

since i've bought almost all lululun masks on my previous japan trip, i decided not to buy the same 7 masks type from lululun again. before i went there second time, my sister also came back from japan and she gave me some masks. it was babyish mask, the white one. and i remember it's also a pretty famous one. so when i was there, i saw the pink and gold one, so i grabbed them all to make sure i got them all covered.

this is the description from their website: brings resilient baby-like skin with carefully selected formula intended for users in their 20s. control of the acne-prone, easily changing condition of the skin is the first step to baby-like skin. safe delivery of hydration deep into your skin, with daily care. the moisturizing mask: formula with hyaluronic acid, lipidure, trehalose derivative, amino acid, glycerin (moisturizer).

the packaging: since this is a pack of 7 masks in one sachet, all the masks are cramped into one pouch. for this one, the size is bigger than lululun's. it has baby face at front, and it's colored according to the type. pink one is moisturizing one, similar to lululun. you can see the sticker that indicated best selling award from cosme at front, and all description at the back is in japanese. it's double zipper pouch so you can completely seal it back to keep the mask fresh.

packaging (who wouldn't want skin as soft as baby?)

the scent: it has subtle floral baby powder scent. or baby wipes. it's very mild so you won't have to concern about the scent.

the product: all masks is cramped into one pouch, which is a 50-50 thing. one side, it's good for environment since you're not throwing much waste. on the other side, there's a contamination probability, especially if you're not closing the pouch properly or using dirty hands to pull the mask out. the mask itself is made of cotton, thin and stretchy. it has big eye holes, big mouth holes and too many slits, which make it wrinkle easily and take a lot of time to put it correctly on my face. i think the slit on the chin is useless. unnecessary bottom eye flaps too. but i appreciate the longer nose flap than other japanese mask. i totally forgot how the fit is really similar to kose black mask. the essence is clear and watery. it distributes evenly all over the mask, but i always make sure to flip the pouch upside down couple of time so the essence will distribute evenly. by the time i was finished all seven, there are plenty left in the pouch. the first i used it, i took too long to adjust it on my face and the forehead always dried up first. i put it on for about 10-15 minutes and it will almost dried up.

left: before
middle: mask on (see all that big holes and useless bottom eye flaps?)
right: after one use

the result: the first time using it i almost didn't feel anything. but after using it almost every day until i used it all up, i can feel my skin is hydrated and there's no sticky feeling afterward. i think it has similar effect as lululun pink one.

left: after one use
right: after 7 uses

this is designated as daily mask, so if you're hoping something more heavy duty like papa recipe or my beauty diary, then you'll be disappointed. but if you like daily mask, something light to use every day, then you can try this one. as for me, i like lululun fit better but the thickness of this mask better. this mask is more comfortable and more adherence than lululun. i totally forgot the price comparison, but i don't think they differ much. i think every skin types can try this mask, but perhaps dry skin might not benefit much from this mask.

just before i went to japan, i saw this picture of cute face wash. the top of the packaging makes it possible to whip up a beautiful rose foam. so when i saw it on some shelves in the store, i immediately grabbed it in a flash. i know it will be just an ordinary foam, with a beautiful gimmick, but it's so pretty.. i have to try it myself. and i was trying this for about a week when i finally got the chance to take pictures of it. and then, my husband saw me taking picture of it and he became curious. he saw the whole process and he was amused. he said that this is a good marketing strategy to attract chicks to buy it. hahahhaa...

this is the description from japantrend's website: you'll feel fresh as flowers with the kanebo evita rose cleanser beauty whip soap, an anti-aging cream with a floral twist. this face wash is designed to combat the effects of aging. apply it regularly to leave your skin feeling refreshed and looking younger. but what makes this product unique is how it smells like a bouquet of roses, leaving a pleasant scent on your face. even better, the actual foam comes up in the shape of a rose when you push it out of the tube. talk about coming up smelling of roses!

the packaging: it comes in a white can with a plastic striated top so the foam that comes out of it in the shape of a rose. there's a transparent plastic cap to cover the top. on both side of the top, there are two pink lids that you can push to whip out the foam. as usual, all description at the back is in japanese. the packaging is not travel friendly considering that it comes in an aerosol can.

the packaging

the scent: i'm super happy that this one definitely smells like a rose. not too overwhelming, not too rosy, just perfect rose scent for me. my mamonde rose toner is too rosy and a bit too fragrant, and so does my previous TBS rose mask.

at the back of the can everything is in japanese

the product: like i've said before, the striated or patterned top of the can make it possible for the foam that comes out of the can comes in a shape of a rose. it's really pretty. white rose foam. the height of the rose foam depends on how long you push the button. if you push it really quick, then it wouldn't have enough time to get very tall. i usually hold it about 10 seconds and it's not too tall and not too short for me. if i hold it longer, then it will be too much and i'm afraid i'll finish it sooner than i want to.

striated/layered top

the result: since it's already come out in the form of foam, you definitely don't have to worry about it not foaming. you can easily spread it on your face and wash it with water as usual. now the aftermath is depend on how much foam i put on my face. if i put too much, then i will get the squeaky clean face afterward. but if i put just enough, i can feel my face is clean but there's a layer of moisture still covering my face. in fact it doesn't feel as drying as my previous japanese facial foams.

the rose foam

i have to admit, this is just a fancy facial foam. the one that comes in a beautiful rose shape foam. it's just an ordinary foam, but the rose shape makes it prettier than other foams. but, among other japanese facial foam that i've tried before, this one is the least drying. it doesn't make my skin squeaky clean and very dry afterward. even though it's designated for anti-aging, i think everyone can try this foam. as for me, i would buy their strawberry version if i got the chance.

another view of the rose (look how tall it is)

when i was in hong kong, i didn't know whether or not i could buy skincare stuff. but i had hope that at least i could buy some sheet mask and perhaps a little makeup. unfortunately, my window shopping was very short, so i only got a chance to visit sasa once. then i saw that they were having papa recipe masks on sale. i had to buy them. i was dying to try them. everybody seems love it, so i had to try it myself. i bought three types, the original one, the black honey, and the rose gold. the first two came in a box of 10, while the rose gold only had 5 masks in a box.

this is the description from imomoko website: bombee rose gold mask pack moisturizes the skin with a gold infused honeycomb sheet mask generously soaked with richly hydrating propolis extract and 24K gold. bombee honey mask pack for the sweet radiant skin everyone's buzzing about! the bombee honey mask pack is designed with all natural ingredients that are full of nutrients to replenish, rejuvenate, and hydrate your skin to protect & prevent from irritants. made with papa recipe's gold complex formula of organic extracts, the bombee honey mask pack is made only with organic ingredients directly from nature, without the use of artificial preservatives, making it safe to use for everyone. the organic pulp mask sheet is excellent for delivering the essence, hydration & nutrients directly to the skin while increasing the absorption. experience the sweet burst of nature and see what a touch of nature can do for your skin.

the packaging: the mask comes in a box that has the same design as the individual packaging. it has pink background with a big picture of honey jar in the middle of the front side. they put the name of the sheet in front, under the korean letter, in english fortunately. at the back you can read the description and instructions in korean and english.

the packaging

the scent: it has the same scent like the other two, sweet scent of honey. a bit thick of a scent for my taste though. but it's okay, at least it really smells like honey. the scent dissipates quickly though.

the product: the mask is similar to the original one, except this one has gold beehive pattern at the front of the mask. it's made of cotton, and very comfortable. doesn't feel papery at all. it comes with plastic backing and i appreciate it since the mask is quite flimsy so the backing helps hold the mask better and make unfolding it easier. the mask is soaked in clear essence and there's a bit left in the package, but not enough to soak a tablet mask. there's slit to help adjusting the mask. the mask has wide nose bridge that it pokes my tear duct a little bit, but i don't have any complaint about the rest of the fit. the mask adheres well and i use it for about 30 minutes.

left: before
middle: mask on
right: after

the result: after i take it off, i massage the remaining essence for about 5 minutes until it's absorbed completely. afterward i can feel my skin is well hydrated. my pores appear smaller. and the plumping effect lasts until the next day.

i have to say i like this one too, especially this one has pretty packaging. i like how it moisturizes my skin well until the next day. it makes my skin plump and bouncy. perhaps with regular use it will help more. i would say that every skin type can use this mask, although oily skin might want to proceed with care. it might be too rich for them. unfortunately, i don't see any significant difference with the original one. if you can't get this one promo, perhaps you should try the original one since the effect is quite similar. but if you want to try them all like me, then go for it.

when i went to japan the second time, i decided not to repurchase my previous lululun masks, mainly because i think there are still a lot of other masks that i haven't tried yet, so better not make any repurchasing just yet. so i decided to buy lululun mask that i haven't tried, like the gold one. then i saw these new lululun masks that i haven't seen before. and it's written "weekly mask". i was intrigued and i grabbed couple of them, oh perhaps almost all of the varieties that's offered there. when i got back to the hotel, i browsed about it and found out that it's their new type of mask, intended to use weekly, unlike their usual one that's intended to use daily. basically there are two groups, the aroma care masks and nature care masks. each group has 5 different types of masks, so there are 10 types in total. the arome masks have significant aroma essences to fit every mood. 5 of them being rose, sage, lavender, lemongrass and yuzu. i didn't get any of them. the other group is nature care, which use natural ingredients for skin benefit. the 5 of them are homeo age, smooth gold, sweet drop, fresh red, and sunny day. i didn't get the sweet drop one because it wasn't available there.

can't find decent description but this is the best that i can find from blog.dejapan.com: claims to both brighten and even out skin tone. extracts from swiss sunflowers, lilies, and something called "strawberry geranium" give the mask a hint of floral scents. it's also high in vitamin C. lululun calls it "osmotic" means it's designed to easily absorb into the skin.
*update: i find another description from their usa website: uniform brightness - blend of sunflower seed extract from switzerland. sunflowers are emblematic of sun's vibrant rays. extract sourced from new sunflower buds is a ripe natural source of components that create soft and glowing skin. the extract permeates dull, drab skin to restore the appearance of vitality and create a uniform, sunny glow. sunflower sprout extract from switzerland permeates skin dulled by dryness and fatigue for radiant moisture and brightness. yukinoshita will soothe and smooth your skin texture for remarkably soft and bright bare skin. oil soluble vitamin c derivative that also contains lily extract and hydrolyzed yeast extract to smooth rough skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

the packaging: i bought a box of 5, so i got 5 masks in one box. each individual packaging has the same design as the box. sunny days come in light blue box/sachet with picture of the sun up front in the middle. the name of the mask is printed up there in english, and "weekly face mask" description at the bottom. as usual, the description at the back is in japanese.

the packaging

the scent: i was hoping that this would smell different, with all the new grouping and stuff. but no, it just smells like wet tissue. not too overwhelming as usual.

the product: the mask is definitely thicker than usual lululun mask. perhaps because it's meant for weekly use. even though it's thicker, it's soft and doesn't feel papery at all. it doesn't have any slit, and it has wide nose bridge, which cause the essence to leak a bit into my eyes and stings them for a while. the fit is okay for me, but a slit or two won't hurt to make better adjustment. the mask is soaked with clear essence and it doesn't leave any excess. the mask adheres well and i put it on my face about 20-25 minutes. it's still wet when i took it off.

the result: when i put it on, i can feel the cooling sensation longer than usual. afterward, i can feel my skin is hydrated, like when i use my usual regular sheet mask. my pores also appear smaller for temporary time. i don't see the brightening though.

left: before
middle: mask on
right: after

i have to say that this weekly mask is definitely a little bit more than daily lululun masks, but it still feels like regular korean sheet mask. taiwanese masks are even more hydrating than this. so, if you want variety in your sheet masking session and wouldn't mind regular sheet mask, then you can try it. but if you're used to being pampered with taiwanese masks that have more essence and more plumping effect, then you might feel disappointed with this mask. i think every skin type can try this sheet mask, but again, adjust it to your preference. from price point of view, you don't need to worry, this is still affordable and won't break your wallet.

when i went to japan, i wanted to grab a serum or essence, mainly because my stash is running out. but nothing seems within my budget. so when i found daiso serums, i grabbed 3 of them instantly. i've tried the other two, and i like the green one better than the pink one. and honestly, i'm saving the last one because i have high hope in this serum. i've read that people like this as it's multipurpotional serum, but i strictly use it as face serum. if you never heard of daiso serum before, don't worry.. i didn't hear about them until last year, around the time i was going to japan. apparently, i can't find the serum outside japan, not even in singapore. so perhaps it's only sold in japan. now, let's see how this serum works.

description form alphabeauty website: an anti-aging moisturizing essence/serum contains moisture rich royal jelly extract for skin nourishment and helps avoid dryness. this is the best choice for value among those moisturizing essence with similar main ingredient.

the packaging

the packaging: it comes in a plastic bottle just like the other serum from daiso. they only seal the cap with plastic sealing. once you removed the plastic, you can see the clear plastic cap covering the pump head. and the body of the bottle is made of plastic, colored according to the serum type. for this type, it's yellow. there's description and ingredients list printed on the body in english and japanese.

the bottle

the scent: i was hoping this would smell different (please note that the other two has similar scent, with a bit of alcohol scent in it), but it's not. it smells similar, like wet tissue. perhaps because the alcohol comes in second in the ingredients list. people should stop making product that doesn't smell like the name they put on. it gives wrong impression.

description at the back of the bottle in english and japanese

the product: the serum is clear like the other type. it is viscous, more like jelly like texture. watery jelly. i've read one person mentioned that it feels like hand antiseptic gel, which i think it's true. it spreads easily on my face and absorbed easily too. it doesn't leave sticky feeling afterward.

pump head

the result: as i've mentioned before, this serum could be used on different parts of your body, from eyelashes, face, neck and even hair. but i used this strictly on my face. it is hydrating just like the other serum, but it doesn't give any effect. it layers well under other serum.

serum on my hand

after spreading it

honestly, for that price, i wasn't hoping much from this serum. not that i underestimate a product based on its price, but certainly a price is set because of certain reason, and one of them is the research behind a product to make sure that it works as it's claimed for. as for this serum, it works to moisturize my skin well, but it's just ordinary. nothing else beyond that. and i believe pricier serum works more than this one. if you have dry skin, this serum definitely won't be enough. but if you have oily to combination skin or like to layer several products, then you could buy this serum, especially if you're on tight budget. but if you're worried about the alcohol in this serum, skip this, you won't miss much. and let me warn you that all daiso serum still contains paraben, you yeah.. you might want to consider it too. as for me, i just bought this out of curiosity. and i have to say i won't repurchase it.

when i first went to japan, i randomly bought their masks without knowing their purpose. i grabbed whatever caught my eyes and had that cosme sticker. then on my second visit, i knew better. i made a thorough research, including the masks. and i was intrigued to try their black mask. i almost gave up, but then on my last couple days, i found it! yayy...

this is the description from kosecosmeport website: penetrating beauty serum bursting with moisture will tighten the skin around your pores, giving you fresh skin with a translucent look. the power of the japanese medical herbs will also nourish your skin. clear turn black mask is made with a soft 100% plant-derived charcoal-black absorbent sheet. made from a compound of fermented soy milk extract, glycerin and scutellaria baicalensis root extract to promote tight, white skin.
(please note that according to their website, the other mask in "clear turn" series is made of beliese sheet except the black mask. and they contain 22 ml of beauty essence while the black mask only has 20 ml)

the packaging: since i bought this in a pack, it comes in a box that has the same design as their individual pack. the box has the picture of a woman wearing the black mask, and it comes in gold background, so you won't make a mistake picking up the mask, even though everything that's written on it is in japanese. the individual packaging looks exactly like the box, and the size is smaller than usual individual mask. although all clear turn series have the same size.

the packaging

the scent: it smells like regular wet tissue, but not too overwhelming. it will dissipates after a minute or two.

the product: the mask is obviously black cotton mask with a lot of slits, too much for my liking. somehow too much slits make it harder for me to put it on my face. it has the usual useless bottom eye flaps and wider temple sides. another useless chin slit. perhaps since this mask doesn't make of beliese cotton sheet, it is thinner than the other mask from clear turn series. the mask isn't soaked well at first, but i put the rest of the essence in the pouch on top of the mask and it solves the problem. it adheres better than the first time. the essence is cloudy essence, and since i put the rest back on the mask, there's nothing left. i put it on for about 20 minutes before taking it off.

the result: the mask stings at first, but it doesn't last long. i'm not sure why it stings though. after 20 minutes, i took it off. it is hydrating enough and my pores appear smaller for awhile, but i didn't notice anything else.

left: before
middle: mask on
right: after

i have to say that i'm a little bit disappointed in this mask. they touted this mask as best sellers and i can't see why. i was hoping something more, like my beauty diary masks that i always like or my new favorite, papa recipe one. it's standard hydrating mask without any other effect, which any regular sheet mask will do. but on the funny note, i did scare my husband when i opened the door late night for him while still using this mask. thankfully, my baby didn't. anyway, i won't repurchase for sure, but i will try my best to finish them off. anyway, if you're intrigued to try it, then buy it since it is cheap. but if you are hoping wonder masks like MBD or papa recipe, then don't. as for skin type, i think it will work well with all skin types. oh, i have to warn you though.. the website indicates that the black masks contains alcohol, so if that's your concern, you might want to stay away too.

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