ugh.. i probably should stop buying more lipsticks. but my nyx lip cream is running out. just one actually, but why waste shipping cost just to buy one lipstick substitute? actually, i've seen this lip cream all over my instagram feed and everyone keeps saying that it's one of the best local lip cream. actually i was torn between nyx and this one, but the price is so-so with make over is slightly more expensive, but hey.. why not try to support local brands? so i went ahead and try three of them. trust me, picking up 3 colors is really hard. they do have pretty color selection.

this is the description from their website: lip lacquer that comes in revolutionary creamy easy-to-glide formula, fully loaded with super intense pigment for full coverage application. this rich matte finish gives weightless texture that stays up to 8 hours continuous wear.
right now they have 20 shades to pick from. the earlier 8 colors range from vibrant fuchsia to neutral peach and also a bright red. number 9 to 16 are all nudes. from pink nudes to mauvy nudes.. to brown nudes. you can pick your nude all the way you want. trust me, you will get headache figuring out which shades to pick from this line. the latest 4 shades are deeper, which is i easily stayed away from since i'm pretty fair so these shades will look vampy on me.

the packaging: it comes in tiny black box, with a small window at front so you can see the lip cream from outside. the lip cream itself is pretty simple. it comes in a plastic rectangular prism shape with black cap. the brand name is printed on the cap, while the lip cream label is printed on the body. there's a little sticker at the bottom with the number and name of the shade printed on it. the applicator is attached to the cap and it has doe foot shape. what annoys me is that it picks up way too much product so it will smear on the neck of the opening every time i pull it out and put it back. oh, and that's the only way to find out whether it's brand new or not. they didn't put any sealing whatsoever on the box or the lip cream tube itself. not even a sticker sealing. and even though the body is transparent, i still have difficulty picking the shades that i want to use since they are similar.

the packaging

the scent: i think it has subtle vanilla scent. not too annoying but i don't think anyone will smell it before they put it on their lips. does anyone?

the lipcream tube

sticker label at the bottom that indicates the number and name of the shade

the product, color, staying power and result: the lip cream isn't revolutionary in term of packaging. it has lipgloss-similar packaging just like other lip cream out there. since the body is transparent, you can see what shade is your lip cream. unfortunately, there are lots of similar shades in this line, so figuring out which one is which is a pain. trust me, i pick 3 shades, all of them are not quite similar to each other, but i still have difficulty pulling it out from shelves without having to peek at the sticker. the lip cream itself is quite thick, thicker than nyx, but at the same time slightly more fluid. somehow it's somewhere between nyx and just miss's formula. although it's thick, it's easy to spread all over my lips. but i don't like the wand. somehow it picks up more product that i want to, so i have to put the excess around the neck of the tube, which makes it messier. one swipe is enough to cover my whole lip. it will turn dead matte, but not drying at all. although i always use lip balm beforehand, but even when i forget to use one, i don't have any problem with this lip cream. unfortunately, it's not completely transfer-proof. it will transfer to your glass or eating utensils, but it won't transfer to your skin. i've tried kissing my palm and it doesn't transfer. but remember, you have to wait until it's completely dried before testing it. as for staying power, lately i don't wear makeup for a long period, 4 hours top, and during that 4 hours, this lip cream will stay put on my lips. it can stand drinking water, but not eating especially oily food or soups. i never do touch up with this lip cream, so i can't say whether or not it will crumble when you put another layer on top of the previous one.

the messy opening

as i mentioned before, i picked 3 shades, #003 secret, #4 vanity and #10 lux. again, it was a painful process. fortunately there's a make over store at mall near my house, so i dropped by there to try their samples and i narrowed it down to these three. i actually wanted to buy #15 coquette as well, but when i swatched it, it was too dark than i expected, so i have to be satisfy with these three for now. both secret and vanity are best sellers from the first launch, while lux is the nude that i think will suit me considering i have pretty fair skin.

arm swatches (i don't think i put the correct tube order)

#3 secret: peachy nude. i buy this shade to replace my will-be-gone nyx zurich. on my arm swatch, it's a notch darker than zurich and dolce vita, but slightly toward pink just like zurich, unlike dolce vita which is a little but orange brown. it's perfect peachy nude for daily use, so i'm happy with it.

top: full face bottom: left - arm swatch, right: lip swatch

#4 vanity: it's another best seller, it's a pink brown one. after swatching it, i realize why this shade becomes a bestseller here. it's really suitable for most medium skin tone. but for me, it's slightly dark than i hoped for. it looks similar to cannes, but darker. on me, it slightly toward pink, mauvy pink. but for some people, the brown tone is more visible. it's still lighter than just miss desert rose, so i still can try using it for daytime.

top: full face bottom: arm swatch and lip swatch

#10 lux: a muted pink beige. honestly, i was going to get a pink, a nude and a mauve, but i only got one peachy nude exactly like i wanted. this shade is the one that i'm particularly interested in, since most people said among the nude collection, this is paler for most indonesian. and i'm basically fairer than anyone i knew, so i was curious. and i was right. it's nude enough for me. but if i'm not careful, i might look sick because it's a bit lighter than my lip color.

top: full face bottom: arm swatch and lip swatch

honestly, i can't say that this is the best local lip cream because this is my first try with any local brand. but all i can say is that i understand the hype. it works well, even i like it just as much as my nyx lip cream. it's lightweight but the pigmentation is great. it lasts long enough on me without cracking and drying my lips. and the color selection is great. i bet everyone will find one for themselves. as for me, i still curious about couture and coquette, though i'm not sure which one to get. what about you? have you tried this? and what's your favorite shades?

my current lip cream/liquid lipstick collection

arm swatches for comparison

i've been hearing lots of good stuff about anessa sunscreen, but everyone keeps mentioning one thing: it's expensive! so when i went to japan, i tried to steer away from anessa. the first trip it was okay since biore was pretty famous and affordable. everyone sang praises to this stuff, so i grabbed them. but lately, biore has changed the formulation and most people didn't like it as much as they did before. although some still love it, most of them dislike the alcohol content in it. thus, the second trip i seemed lost since i am using my sunscreen pretty fast and i didn't have many left. i was hesitating during my trip and decided to get the kose suncut one and i caved in too. i got the anessa, but little did i know that i was getting their travel size. no wonder it didn't cost much.

this is the description from cosme-de website: uv block formula spf 50+/PA++++ protects skin against uva and uvb with 80-minute super waterproof function. formulated with aqua booster technology, which reacts with the minerals in sweat and water upon contact to create an even more uniform and stronger protective veil. uses shiseido's proprietary "light stamina" technology to ensure more long-lasting stable protection. easily removed by cleanser. ideally suited for outdoor water activities.

the sunscreen bottle

the packaging: it comes in small zip-lock plastic pouch. there's description and symbols on it but everything is in japanese. the sunscreen bottle is gold plastic bottle with slanted screw cap. it has description at the back, and just like the outer pouch, it is in japanese. since it's a travel size version, i only got 25 ml of product, which is super tiny considering i'm using this everyday.

the back of the bottle

the scent: it has floral fragrance. for me it's not annoying, which is surprising since i'm quite sensitive with scents. others have mentioned that the scent overwhelmed them. so if you have sensitive nose, you might want to put it into consideration.

the spout tip

the product: it has spout to dispose the sunscreen. the sunscreen itself is milky white and quite runny. more like milk/lotion type. it has ball inside the bottle so you can hear it when you shake the bottle. i don't know the purpose of the ball. will the sunscreen get uneven when you don't shake the bottle? i don't know since i automatically shake it before using it. it's easy to spread since it's liquidy, and easy to be absorbed too.

sunscreen on my hand: look how thin it is

the result: it takes time to be matte though. and it stays there for about 4-5 hours without making my face greasy. i don't stay outside for long so i can't say the durability in hot weather. mostly i only go out if i had to send and pick up my kids to and from school or went out to buy some groceries. mostly i stay indoor with air-conditioner on.

after blending

completely absorbed

i have to say i somehow understand why many people like it. it's easy to spread out and absorbed well. it turns matte which will make it a great base for makeup. it doesn't get greasy so it might suitable for oily skin as well. plus it has super waterproof function, which i can't say anything about it since i don't use it when i'm swimming. it doesn't break me out, and it doesn't feel like it has alcohol in it, although the ingredients list put alcohol in third position after dimethicone and water. no white cast, but somehow i feel like there's a layer of film on top of my skin after using this sunscreen. and for me, i like the biore ones better. and my wallet like biore too. anessa one is way too expensive. even the travel size costs more than the biore gel full size. so i'd better looking for something else.

this year japan's trip, i was more into sana rather than hada labo. not because i think sana is better than hadalabo, but more like i was curious since there are not many reviews about them, yet, it makes best seller's list every time i searched "what to buy in japan". so i decided to pick several sana products, mostly in haritsuya or retinol one. but i also have the original emulsion which i'm using currently.

this is the description from tokiwayakuhin website: cleansing face wash containing fermented soybean milk and encapsulated coenzyme q10. the dense foaming results in moist, almost supple skin.

the tube

the packaging: it comes in a pink plastic tube with flip top. they only seal the tube with clear film, and nothing on the inside. luckily, nothing is spilled during the travel. it is 150 g, so it's similar to my usual korean face wash.

close up on the tube

description at the back, all in japanese

the scent: i would say that it's scentless since i can't pick certain scent from it, but sometimes i think i can smell that fermented thingy scent. again, since it's quite subtle, it's not annoying. but for me, i like my face wash to have subtle scents, so that it will vapor in my bath steam. oh well.. no relaxing face wash scent for me.

left: the opening right: foam on my hand

the product: the face wash is pearly white in color, creamy and quite thick. i think the consistency is similar to the original line that i've used before, if not slightly thicker. it's a little bit stringy as well, which reminds me of mizon snail face wash. it foams just nicely, but overly bubbly.

close up on the opening

the result: when i wash it off, i can feel the slippery feeling when the water hits my face. it takes a few scrubbing to get it all washed off. after it all goes off, i can feel that my skin is squeaky clean. really squeaky clean just like the original sana face wash that i've tried before.

see the stringy streak in the foam?

honestly, i'm quite disappointed with this face wash. i was hoping that this will be slightly more moisturizing than the original one, considering that haritsuya line is marketed as anti-aging line. usually anti aging products are more moisturizing, but not in this case. the face wash feels similar to the original one, it gives me that squeaky clean feeling and i can feel my skin is drier afterward. luckily, i have a very tough face. although i use this kind of face wash, i don't experience any breakouts or whatsoever. i still get blemishes though, but not from this face wash alone. anyway, i don't suggest this face wash to whoever that is pH minded, since i think this face wash has high pH. but if you don't mind high pH, squeaky clean skin and just go with whatever affordable face wash there is, then try it.

when i went to japan, it feels like beauty heaven. i want to buy almost everything. when i first went there, i go blind and grab almost anything that i think is interesting. then i found out that some are working and some are not. i bought few pure smile masks and some of them are not satisfying for me. but then i noticed there were other type from pure smile. i was hesitated at first, whether to buy it or not, but i was curious to find out whether they are better or not. but i cave in. i bought three types of the yogurt essence masks, and i have tried two, and i liked them both. 

this is the description for apple mango yogurt type, but unfortunately i forgot where i found it: with apple and mango extract, which helps skin feel soft. skin looks smooth to the touch. for combination skin. mango extracts hydrates the skin. yogurt hydrates and protects your skin from dryness.

the product: it comes in a milk-jug-like-shape sachet with the picture of apple and mango in front of it. there's descriptions and ingredients list at the back, but all is in japanese. 

the packaging

the scent: it smells sweet and fruity when you freshly open the sachet, but i can't smell it once i put it on my face. so definitely not annoying.

the product: it's made of thick cotton like the other, and the fit is just the same as the other too. it has the same annoying and useless bottom eye flaps, but the rest is okay for me. it has slits so i have no problem adjusting it to my face. it has enough essence but there's no excess. it adheres well and i can use it for about 20-25 minutes before taking it off. 

the result: again, i immediately feel that my skin is adequately hydrated, and that makes my pores appear smaller for temporary time. 

left: before middle: mask on face right: after

just like the other variants, i like this version better than just the essence variants one. although it's still ordinary just like my usual sheet masks, but it's better. it's more hydrating than my usual pure smile masks, which usually doesn't give much effect on my skin. this one is light enough so i think all skin types can try this mask, although dry skin might not like it since it's not that moisturizing. but for regular sheet mask, it passes my standard. next time you're about to buy pure smile masks, grab the yogurt essence ones, pass the regular ones. 

i think this is the last variant from the line collaboration with mediheal that i tried. there are 4 of them, and i got each type one box each. i used some of them and sold the rest of them. i still got a lot of masks, so i couldn't finish them all by myself. my brother in law was kind enough to get me these masks when he was there. actually, he was kind of confused with my wish list since i put unusual products on that list, and the mediheal masks were not that unusual so he decided to buy them in bulk to compensate the other items that he couldn't find.

this is the description from bbcosmetic website: moisturizing/pore tightening/anti-wrinkle. giving a nutrition of a whole bottle of serum to skin. cellulose mask sheet with silky sense of use. removes dryness and controls sebum to minimize broaden pores.

the packaging: just like its friends, it comes in a box of 10. the box and the individual sachet have the same design. for NMF, it's blue and has both brown and connie at the front. at the back, there's a description and ingredients list in both korean and english.

the packaging

the scent: i think they all have similar scent, just slightly fragrant or floral baby powder-ish scent, but very subtle.

the product: the mask is made of silk or cellulose? and very flimsy. fortunately they provide backing so unfolding the mask is easier. the essence is generous and there's a little bit excess but not enough to soak the entire tablet mask. the fit is okay for me, and there are slits for adjusting the mask too. the essence is clear, and is slightly viscous than water. the mask adheres well and i can put it on for about 40-50 minutes before the center starts to dry off.

the result: it's very hydrating and takes awhile to be completely absorbed after taking it off. my pores appear smaller too. but the next morning, my t zone is a bit greasier than usual. there's a description at the back of the sachet that suggests to get effective result, you should use that twice a week for 4 weeks. since i don't get to use it that often, the result that i get is only temporary. but i still can feel my skin is moist the next morning. and i'm not getting any breakouts from using this mask too.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

again, i have to say that i like all the mediheal masks that i've tried so far. they are all thin and adheres well, soaked with generous essence and it works. it moisturizes my skin well and that's why my pores appear smaller after using this mask. i can't say whether it's really effective when being used frequently, but it might. so if you can get a bunch of these, then hang on them, they are good. i think all skin might benefit from this mask, even the oily one. but perhaps you might want to skip the other steps and just use your occlusive, whether it's a moisturizer or sleeping mask. so definitely go grab a bunch!

when i was in japan, i bought pure smile masks randomly. mostly the one in square sachet. but then i saw the ones in the milk-jug-like shape sachet. and i grabbed them all that i could find. i wanted to see if they are different from the regular version. i couldn't find any description online, and i've already thrown away the packaging so i can't google-translated it. so, let's finish this.

the packaging: like i've said before, this one comes in a milk jug-like shape sachet. they put the picture of the main ingredients at the front of the sachet and at the back there's description but as always, it's in japanese.

the packaging

the scent: it has fruity scent, i can't decide what kind of fruit, but considering it's named mix fruit, i believe it has tutti fruity flavour. for me it's subtle, but it lingers for a few minute after i put it on my face. so you might want to put that into consideration especially if you have sensitive nose.

the product: the mask is made of thick cotton, but doesn't feel papery. the fit is okay, it's the same as the other variants from this brand. although it's from different type of essence, the fit is still the same. it's okay for my face, except for that useless bottom eye flaps. i do wish they make longer nose slit, but it's fine. it has slits for adjustment too. the essence is a clear runny essence. it's just enough to soak the mask, but no excess. with this type, i can put this slightly longer than the original essence type one.

the result: after i put this around 20-25 minutes, i take it off and pat the remaining essence for about a minute before it's completely absorbed. after that i definitely can feel my skin is moisturized properly, hence, the smaller pores appearance. i also notice that my face looks slightly brightened as well.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

honestly, although this one feels like regular sheet mask, but for pure smile variety, this works better than the essence line. i can put this on my face longer than the essence type and my skin is more moisturized with this type. since this one is not that heavy moisturizing-type, i think all skin types might try this. and if you want to purchase something from pure smile, i recommend getting the yogurt essence ones rather than the ordinary essence type.

i know i said that i looooveee my k-palette eyeliner, and i still do, but i've recently found a new love. perhaps i become a japan-eyeliners lover now. i've tried two brands and i like them both. i still have dolly wink in waiting line, so i won't decide anything until then. plus i haven't tried the heroine one.

this is the description from their singapore website: last up to 24 hrs, super smooth smudge-, crease-, and fade-free formula. fortified with lash strengthening serum ingredients to provide nutrients from the roots of lashes. quick-dry water-based film formula is resistant to rubbing, sebum, sweat and tears, ensuring up to 24 hours of smudge-less wear. buildable colour intensity and dries to a rich, glossy finish. comes off thoroughly and easily with just warm water and promises zero staining on skin. the ultra-fine flexible brush tip holds a maximum level of long-lasting formula and fills in spaces between lashes effortlessly for a rich, deep intensity. supple and flexible brush tip delivers ensures the most precise application, thin or thick, and stays put all day. sweat, sebum and tears resistant silicon formulated material that wouldn't budge even through multiple layers. does not fade throughout the day.

the packaging: the packaging is rather big. it is plastic-laminated and have cardboard backing with the eyeliner is placed in the middle. there's an english text to indicate the type of eyeliner. although the color of the eyeliner body might give you a hint (the brush type one comes in pink, similar to pencil eyeliner, while the felt one is purple). there's also a small box on the bottom left that also indicate the type and shade of the eyeliner. black label for glossy black, and brown for the brown one.

the packaging (see the whole cardboard thing is a waste? why not put smaller cardboard backing?)

the color: mine is glossy black and it's just like advertised. glossy and black. not super duper black like tony moly gel eyeliner and bbia liquid eyeliner, but still black.

the product: the eyeliner comes in pen shape. it's pink. the brand name and eyeliner type is written on the body, but unfortunately, there's nothing to indicate the shade. the only way to know what shade the eyeliner is by the label on the outer packaging. it will be troublesome if you have both shades of this eyeliner and obviously you throw away the outer packaging because it's a waste. i just hope they would put the shades name on the eyeliner body as well. this one has brush tip, similar to k-palette, but this one is smaller in diameter.

top: the eyeliner pen bottom left: the brush tip bottom right: swatch on hand (see how i can draw thick and thin lines)

the result: since the brush is smaller, the line it produces is finer as well. the brush is flexible just like described, it can produces fine and thick line. and this one dries quicker too. in fact, i would say that this one is more sweat and smudge resistant than the k-palette one. as for tears resistant, i can't say for sure since i tend to hold my tears when i put my full makeup on. i never try cleaning it using warm water only, but the cleansing oil always cleans this one without any trace. unlike my tony moly and bbia liquid eyeliner that need separate eye makeup remover before i use cleansing oil to fully remove all the traces. luckily this one doesn't crumble after several hours.

okay.. short story, this is my new love. luckily, the k-palette is brown and this one is black. although this one is black, it doesn't as intense as my previous black eyeliner, so i can still use it daily and not for special occasion only.

last year, i was in japan for the first time and although i did a lot of browsing, apparently it's not enough. so this year when i went back, i buy some more. when i first got there, i didn't bring enough skincare with me, so when i saw this travel set at family mart, i grabbed it. actually, it will make good travel set or trial set since it had everything that you'll need.

the hada labo gokujyun skin care set consists of cleansing oil (30 ml), cleansing foam (20 g), skin lotion (20 ml), milky lotion (20 ml). there's also a sheet mask included in this travel set.
i can't find the complete description, so i have to search one by one.
the description of the cleansing oil: formulated with high purity olive oil to deep clean and gently remove dirt, excessive oil and stubborn makeup instantly, high cleaning ability even for water-proof mascara, gentle to your delicate eye area and eye lashes, enhanced with super hyaluronic acid to intensely hydrate and maintain skin's moisture balance leaving skin feeling soft & smooth, it is water-soluble, does not leave unpleasant greasy feeling.
the description of the cleansing foam: preserve your skin's natural moisture as you wash. a small amount works up into a rich, foaming lather, then rinses clean - without drying out your skin.
description of super hyaluronic acid lotion: instantly hydrate your skin. it should be used after washing with hada labo gokujyun face wash and serves as the foundation to your moisturizing routine. while it looks clear like a toner or makeup remover, it's actually a moisturizer that helps prepare your skin for better absorption of their hada labo products. in fact, the hada labo gokujyun clear lotion can be used as a standalone moisturizer. or, if you feel your skin needs additional moisture after it has absorbed the hada labo gokujyun clear lotion, follow it with the hada labo gokujyun serum, hada labo gokujyun milk, or hada labo gokujyun cream - or a combination of all three, depending on the level of your moisturizing needs.
the description of the hydrating milk: moisturizes deeply, offering nourishing hydration and skin-smoothing conditioners. infuses your skin with moisture and leaves it with a natural, healthy looking glow. skin becomes smoother, softer and richly hydrated.

the whole set (without the mask)

the packaging: this travel set comes in a plastic zip bag with the hada labo label in the middle front. all the bottles and tube neatly arranged inside with the mask taped at the back of the bag (i found it but i will review it separately). i like how they placed everything in a bag, it's so practical that i always reach this whenever i need to travel or for short stay, like my post partum stay at the hospital, or a night off at my parents.

products in this set

the product and result:
-cleansing oil: it comes in tall bottle with regular opening. the bottle has the same yellow label as the regular bottle size. the oil is clear just like the full size one, and it's quite runny. i think it has the same consistency as kose speedy cleansing oil, but sometimes i think it's slightly runnier. it is scentless so i think it will suitable for sensitive skin. its cleansing power is okay, i can't say for sure since usually i don't use full makeup on my holiday. i usually use bb cream, eyeliner, blush and lipstick, and sometimes mascara, and the cleansing oil did okay for removing all of them. and sunscreen too. i don't get any breakouts for using this oil. it emulsifies just well and it doesn't leave greasy feeling.

the cleansing oil

the opening (no seal whatsoever)

cleansing oil on my hand

-cleansing foam: it comes in a mini tube with screw cap. the design is exact copy of its full size version. honestly, i just hope it comes with flip top, since it's so small, sometimes i drop it and have difficulty to pick it up again. and since i have to share this foam with my husband too, it doesn't last long. in fact, it's the first item to finish from this set. the rest of my feeling about this foam is already on my other post.

the cleansing foam tube

the opening of the tube

-lotion: it comes in a mini bottle with the opening similar to the cleansing oil. it also have the same design as the full size version one. it has the same feeling as the full size one. one thing though, it's too small, this is the third one to finish after the foam and the milk. no wonder since usually after flight my skin will be dehydrated, so this lotion comes to rescue.

the lotion bottle

-milk: the japanese like simple steps. they usually don't use serum or essence and just put milk as moisturizer after lotion. the milk comes in a mini bottle with screw cap similar to the lotion one. the difference is just on the label. the milk one comes in pink label and from outside you can see the difference with the lotion one since the lotion is clear and the milk is cloudy white. it has the same consistency as emulsion. it spreads over my skin easily and absorbed easily too. it's scentless too. unfortunately, it doesn't give hydration that my skin's needed. when i use this alone without any serum or essence, my skin gets oilier especially on my t-zone like the way it used to be. on my last holiday, i ditched the milk especially since it's running out anyway, and i brought my usual emulsion and night cream, and i didn't experience the greasiness anymore.

the milk bottle

the opening

the milk on my hand

honestly, i like the travel set as a whole. it simplifies my skincare on the go. whenever i need to go for short period like holiday or a few night staycation, i will take this set with me. although the milk is not hydrating enough for me, i finished it anyway and i can replaced it with two small pots of emulsion and night cream. if you like travelling a lot and doesn't like packing your whole skincare into small pots and jars, then try this set. or if you want to try hada labo products and want to try the entire series without having to buy the full size one, then try this one too. this might give you the idea about the whole range without having to buy and finish the full size set. it's much cheaper and quicker too. i think it will be suitable for normal skin, although combination skin might try this too. i think it won't be enough for dry skin since the milk is not enough even for me.

i have to admit, i'm not as diligent as i used to be in taking care of my hair. i'm not neglecting it, i just don't put extra care to it. probably because i don't experience hair loss problem as severe as i had with my second born. when i had my first boy, i also didn't experience hair fall as bad as what i had with my girl. and this time, with my second boy, i also didn't experience bad hair fall. i still have hair fall, but it's normal. even though i colored my hair, it doesn't affect my hair condition, not causing it to break or dry out. so somehow i lost interest in hair product, but i decide to change. when i was groceries shopping the other day, i was hesitating whether or not buying the OGX shampoo, but i decided to postpone it. i decided to grab a pair from makarizo instead.

this is the description from their website: for chemical-treated hair
- shampoo: strengthening hair with micro protein. contains almond extract to provide moisture absorption and retention capacity resulting in excellent moisturizing effects.
- conditioner: conditioning hair with soy protein. soy protein has shown that it is able to penetrate as far as the outer cortex zone of hair and maintain strengthen hair structure from the inside. it improves hair texture and shine.

the packaging: the pair comes in tall orange plastic bottle with black cap. it's a flip top cap so it's easy to open and close with one hand. there's a description at the back and ingredients list too. in english obviously. both comes in 250 ml.

both the shampoo and the conditioner

the scent: i've finished them both long before i write this review, so honestly, i don't quite remember how it smells like, but i do remember that both smell nice and not overpowering. being a mother of 3 makes washing hair is a luxurious moment to savour, so i like my shampoo and conditioner to have subtle scent. something that will make my bath steam smells nice and comforting and relaxing.

the shampoo

the product: both the shampoo and the conditioner are orange. both have cream consistency, with the conditioner being creamier than the shampoo. the shampoo bubbles up nicely. both rinses well too.

the result: the shampoo, well... a shampoo is a shampoo. it cleanses well without making me getting dandruff. i can finish the whole bottle without getting any dandruff. the conditioner however, is slippery. even though i wash it off really clean, somehow i can still feel slippery feeling on my hair. fortunately, they both work well in term of moisturizing my hair. i can feel my hair is softer and more manageable after using this pair. but i don't use it long enough to see if it repairs my hair texture and shine. i still have frizzy hair after washing my hair. and even though i colored my hair, somehow the pair helps to keep my hair far from drying out. my hair doesn't break out and doesn't split at the end.

the conditioner

i like how both of them gives me silky hair, soft to touch and adequately moisturized, but it doesn't do anything much either. i still have several hair fall, and it doesn't subside while using this pair. so, if you have dry hair, then try this pair. it really helps moisturized my colored-hair. perhaps if you permed or straightened your hair, it will help maintain its health too. but if you're looking for something to stop the hair fall, this won't do. another plus: both of them are affordable.