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when i went to korea, i had this long list of wish list that i slowly filed through since i only have one face to try stuff on. and it's not just skincare and makeup. i have some tools as well. one of them is this heating eyelash curler. i saw some youtube videos that korean people like to heat their eyelash to make the curl hold longer. veteran makeup artist does it the old way, by burning a stick and then stuck it under the eyelash. however, there's a new and simpler way to do it, with a heating eyelash curler. when i got there. there were two types. one looks regular like other eyelash curler, only there's a USB hole at the bottom so you can recharge it. the other one has a straight end. one side has the heating element. however, that one is not rechargeable so i decided to pick the old regular type rechargeable one.

the box

this is the description from oliveyoung website: neat-looking white las curler that can be quickly rechargeable. with universally-loved 20R curvature, this heated curler helps create a longer-lasting, natural-looking lifted curl. this heated eyelash curler provides a longer-lasting curl effect that can counteract sweat, humidity, and even heat! hand-friendly design helps easy and convenient use without professional makeup skills. its quick heat-up only requires about 30 seconds for your busy morning makeup. this KC mark and CE certification-obtained curler provides safe use. this heated curler is ideal for those who desire to create naturally-curled eyelashes, and keep the look of beautifully upswept eyelashes for longer hours, regardless of eyelash types.

all description at the back in korean

the packaging: it comes in a white and green box with the picture of the product at front. there's the product name along with smaller description, whether it's battery-operated or USB charged. description at the back is in korean. the curler is placed on a plastic tray and you can find the USB cable underneath. it's the good old USB to USB C one.

how it looks like on the tray

the cable charger

the product: there's a small booklet inside about the instruction on how to use the curler. the curler is made of plastic and there's only one button. you have to press the button for several seconds to turn it on. there's three circles underneath the on/off button which indicates the battery life. if there's only one button left, then it means that you have to charge it to keep using it. i never measure how long it takes to heat it up, but i can feel that it doesn't take long. the other indicator is the color of the rubber. if it's heated, the color will turn from yellow to white-ish.

how it looks like

when you turn it on and it's full, all three buttons will lit up

the result: i totally love it. sure it takes a few uses to learn how to do it properly. you have to be careful not to hold it too close to your lid or it will burn your lid. i did it once so i can tell you that it does feel hot, but not scorching hot. anyway, once you've learnt on how to do it, you will get the hang of it. another thing to remember is that if you don't hold it for a specific time, then it won't work. but if you hold it too long then it won't look natural. for me, it's easy to get used to it so now i know how long i should hold it to get the result that i want. then the curl will hold all day without any problem.

left: how it looks like after turning it on
right: after awhile, the rubber will turn turn white

i truly think that this one is a good investment. among the tools that i bought, i was very interested in this one. unfortunately, i can only try it when i was finally home since i have to charge it first before using it. anyway, after getting used to it, i always use this one and ditch my manual eyelash curler. unless i ran out battery, i don't use my manual eyelash curler anymore. i truly recommend this one if you have straight eyelash and can't seem to use regular curler to hold your eyelash longer. however, i don't think this type is available here, so if you see it, grab it. there's another type with battery, but i prefer the rechargeable one since it's more practical in my opinion. this is definitely a yes from me. i'm glad i'm able to get it.

actually, i wasn't looking to upgrade my foreo, but a friend was asking for recommendation, so i had to find information to help her decided which one to buy. automatically, my phone put my search in the logarithm so the next time i opened my phone, i saw the advertisement for foreo and found out that there's a new foreo luna 4! obviously, i'm hooked and found out that they launched foreo luna 4, luna 4 plus, luna 4 mini, luna 4 body and luna 4 go. i was torn in between luna 4 plus or luna 4, especially since luna 4 plus still has the pink color (my old foreo is pink), while the luna 4 changes their color line up. the pink one is now orange/peach. anyway, after thinking about it, i decided to just get the luna 4. after all, i've already had the luna bear and luna ufo. i bought the balanced skin one, which is the replacement for the normal skin type.

the packaging

this is the description from their website: meet luna 4, the most advanced 2-in-1 deep facial cleansing and firming brush. its plus, ultra-hygienic soft silicone combines with manually adjustable T-sonic pulsations allowing you to jump modes as you please. gentle mode offers a soothing cleanse, deep mode plunges into deeper skin layers for an in-pore cleanse, while the medium regular mode delivers the best of both worlds. lift away dirt, oil and excess sebum in just 1 minute and follow with sophisticated firming massage routines for fresh, smooth and younger-looking skin. luna 4's cleansing mode channels T-sonic pulsations into the skin, providing a cleanse far superior to hand-washing while also enhancing the absorption of your favorite skincare products. in firming massage mode, luna 4 offers 4 app-guided massage routines and 5 manual massages that use lower-frequency T-sonic pulsations ideal for combating visible signs of aging. these dual benefits make luna 4 the iconic and essential start of every proper daily cleansing routine. with staggering customization abilities and brush heads tailored to balanced, sensitive and combination skin, luna 4 offers a customized professional treatment at home for glowing, flawless results, every time.

a bit description on the side

sensitive skin - for skin prone to inflammation, redness, itching, or dryness (purple)

balanced skin - for healthy skin with perfect oil and water balance, feeling neither too dry nor too oily (orange)

combination skin - for skin that is dry in some areas and oily in others, such as T-zone (green)

another description

T-sonic pulsations: remove dirt, oil, and makeup residue in 1 minute and enhance absorption of active ingredients.

extra soft and ultra-hygienic silicone: 35x more hygienic than nylon bristles and suitable for all skin types. BPA and phthalate free.

smart swedish design: tailor-made for each skin type with no replacement brush heads required.

indicator light: flashes to indicate when device is in remote control mode and when it needs to be charged.

firming facial massage: targeted massage routine give skin a firmer, more youthful appearance.

power button: short press to turn device on and off, and double-press to access firming massage mode.

mode buttons: easily change between gentle, regular, and deep cleansing while in cleansing mode and massage routines while in massage mode.

charging port: up to 600 uses per charge, 100% waterproof closure.

everything inside: the device, the pouch, and actually the charging cable

cleansing mode setting: adjust the cleansing duration up to 240s and T-sonic pulsations for each of the cleansing modes

- gentle cleansing: low level, 1-5 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

- regular cleansing: mid level, 6-10 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

- deep cleansing: high level, 11-16 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

the cleansing device

massage mode setting: choose between 5 massage routines spanning various beneficial effects and save 3 directly onto your device for manual use. your massages can last up to 15 minutes, and you're free to adjust the T-sonic intensity levels for each mode.

- gentle massage: low level, 1-5 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

- regular massage: mid level, 6-10 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

- deep massage: high level, 11-16 T-sonic pulsation intensities.

5 massage patterns for you to choose from:

- lymphatic drainage massage: encourages the circulation of facial lymph. ideal for fluid accumulations around the eyes and under the jawline.

- deep tissue massage: uses deep pressure at slower intervals to relieve facial muscle tension. perfect for cheeks and above the jawline.

- trigger point massage: uses alternating pressure levels, to successfully release tightness in muscle tissue. good for neck.

- shiatsu massage: uses pulsing pressure to promote emotional and physical calm, and reduce fatigue. fantastic for forehead and temples.

- reflexology massage: uses gentle to firm pressure to relax or restore natural energy levels. recommended for in between the eyebrows and in front of the ears.

massaging grooves at the back

treatments: choose between 4 pre-programmed massage routines and simply follow video instructions. start cleansing and start massage feature mirror mode, which allows you to use your mobile device as a mirror while performing the cleansing or massage treatments.

the packaging: it comes in a transparent hard plastic box. there's a small box underneath the curve that's meant to place foreo luna 4. inside the box, there's a travel pouch, mini booklet, and a guarantee card as well as the usb cable charger. there's description on the slip around the box that's connected to the small box at the bottom. since it's transparent, you can see the foreo luna 4 from the outside.

the product: there are 3 types of luna 4 that you can choose from. the sensitive one (purple), the balanced skin (orange/peach), the combination (green). mine is the balanced skin one. since i have foreo luna 2, obviously there are a lot of differences between those two. luna 4 is noticeably lighter than luna 2. the bristles area is wider and the bristles itself is softer, much softer than luna 2. in foreo luna 2, there's only 1 cleansing mode with 10 intensity, while luna 4 has 3 cleansing mode with 16 intensity. in foreo luna 2, there's only one massaging mode that i rarely used at the end because i don't see nor feel any difference after using it. however, in luna 4, there are 3 massaging mode, 4 pre-programmed massaging mode and 5 different types of massage. there's also a new lock feature when you bring it with you during traveling so you don't end up pressing the on/off button accidentally while it's inside your bag.

- cleansing mode: the bristles are designed differently depends on the type of the skin. for sensitive skin, all bristles are soft and small. while the combination skin, the bristles are slightly bigger but it's uniform all around the device. while the balanced skin has bigger bristles on top while the bottom one is smaller. there are 3 cleansing mode, the regular one, gentle, and deep cleansing mode. you can set the modes from your phone when you first set up your foreo, but then you can use it without your phone afterward. you only need to push once on the on/off button and it will automatically use the regular cleansing mode and you have to push the gentle/deep cleansing mode button to change the type. however, only the regular mode that has the reminder for each part while the gentle and the deep options don't have. it only gives warning at the end when it's finished.

- message mode: there are 4 pre-programmed treatment in the apps and you only need to open the apps to see the instructional videos and follow it. but you can also use the massage mode without your phone. there are only 3 modes, gentle, regular and deep if you want to use without the phone. there are also 5 different types of massaging mode that you can pick from, so there are a lot of massaging options now. you can also set the duration from 1 minute to 15 minute max, if i'm not mistaken.

the result: as for the cleansing mode, obviously it works well. but i like how there are options now. the gentle one is really gentle, while the deep cleansing one is vigorous. however, i've been loving the massage mode. since i'm getting the luna 4, i've been using the massage mode regularly. i like how there are a lot of options to choose to, from the pre-programmed to the free setting one. few days ago, my jaw has been hurting because i ate only on one side since i was afraid to broke my molar again. that took a toll on my jaw. then i decided to massage it with my foreo and it worked! i also like the lock feature since the new button seems to be a lot more responsive than the old one. i don't need the lock version and it's okay when i bring it with me during traveling, but the new luna 4 seems to be a little bit sensitive. even when i pat dry the device, sometimes i end up pushing the on/off button accidentally.

i'm very happy with my upgrade since it is very different from my luna 2. the upgrade is quite noticeable from luna 2. however, i'm a bit disappointed that there's no pink in the color line up. but it's just a minor issue. if you're planning to buy foreo device, you need to figure out what your skin need. if you only need cleansing mode and you don't like massaging too much, and you want to pick the color of your device rather than your skin type, then you should pick the mini one since it's solely for cleansing and doesn't have the massage mode. or the luna go if you want something even smaller. but if you want something for cleansing and massaging, then i suggest you invest in the luna 4. for me, i already have ufo and bear, that's why the luna 4 plus doesn't appeal much to me. but if you have aging skin and doesn't have ufo or bear, and doesn't like having a lot of tools in your stash, then you should get the luna 4 plus. foreo luna is obviously expensive, but it's a good investment. i bought my first luna 2 three, almost four years ago and i never regret buying it in the first place. but if you want to save some money, wait until the pretty dates like 11.11 or 12.12 because they often have sales on those dates, as well as black friday.

anyone else goes on shopping spree on this pandemic? i guess everytime i see something good, naturally i became interested and then hesitating whether or not i should buy it. especially for beauty items. during the pandemic, doing my beauty routine was one of the things that i do to keep me sane, other than cooking and baking. and somehow, i'm attracted to beauty gadget nowadays. i've just bought foreo ufo a couple months before, and then i saw an instagrammer promoted an eye massager. hers was a different brand, but it had LED light and vibration as well, but it only had red LED light. and the price even though it's half the foreo iris, it's still expensive. so i searched shopee for affordable eye massager, that has LED lights. and i found one of xiaomi's under-brand, wellskins, made an eye massager. so i bought that one instead.

this is the description on aliexpress's website: lighten fine lines, dark circles, fade lips, rich and firm. high-frequency micro-vibration massage to relieve eye fatigue. intelligent inductive start, one touch and vibration, USB cable portable charging. eye massage constant temperature heating to promote the absorption of skin care products. red and blue yellow light treatment: relieve fatigue, skin elasticity, tightening the corners of the eyes, repairing signs of aging.

3 gears vibration massage, 38-45 degree C adjustable, 3 color light care, multi-purposed machine. black gallstone magnetic massage, LCD visual display, 30 days long battery life. keep your eyes from getting tired. enjoy beauty eye care. relax anytime, anywhere. irregular work habits and fast-paced multi-screen era, per capita daily use of eyes for more than 16 hours. eye problems such as eye fatigue, dark circles, eye bags, eye wrinkles are and urgent task. compact mini size and lightweight. let you relieve eye fatigue anytime and anywhere, and awaken your eyes.

red, yellow and blue triple spectrum nursing. from morning to night, with beautiful eyes. red, blue and yellow triple-spectrum techniques, light stimulated deep cells. it is transformed into intracellular energy, deeply nourished, and rejuvenated with delicate eye muscles. red light mode daily care relieve eye muscles, comfort eye. blue light mode relaxing eyes, awaken the spirits. yellow light mode evening care tightening elasticity/ no edema, introduce with eye cream for nutrition. black gallstone massage probe, natural magnetic, can massage the eyes, relax eyes.

hot compress relieves dryness of the eyes. comfortable and warm, soothes the dry eyes caused by excessive use of eyes, and reduces the dark circles caused by overtime and night. 45 degree angled massage head, imitation of finger touch, fits the eye skin. 2 weeks will have an effect, use 5-10 minutes each morning and evening, using tap or circle, with eye cream and skin care essence, the effect is better.

the box

the massager inside

the packaging: it comes in a white box with name of the brand and product as well as the picture of the product at front. it has green accent on the packaging.when you slide out, there's a box drawer with the eye massager in the middle. i think there was a booklet about the product, but everything is in chinese, so i don't understand a bit. they also give a USB cable charger that i forgot to take picture because i forgot where i put it. anyway, it has micro B type USB charger if you're curious.

how it looks like and on the cap that's the black galvanic stone

red light - you can see at the LCD it's R for R

the product: the eye massager comes in a white plastic pen shape with a white plastic cap to cover the massager head. the massager head is slanted so it's comfortable to use for eyes area. it has a small LCD screen so you can see the temperature setting, the type of the light used (R/B/Y and its chinese character), and the battery life. under the screen, there are three buttons, the temperature setting button, the light type button and the on/off button. you just need to press the on/off button for a few second and the massager will go on. it will automatically vibrate as well, so you can't control the vibration level. you can press the temperature button so you can adjust the temperature. you have to press until you get to the temperature that you want. once you reach 45 it would go back to 38 if you press it once again. then you can change the light. press once for red, twice for blue and three times for yellow. if you pressed it once again, the light would goes off before it goes back to red if you pressed it once more. at the top of the cap, there's a galvanic stone, but i never use it. they say that the battery will last about a month per charging session, and i've taken a note that it's quite right. i use this every night for about 5 minutes, and it lasts about a month before i have to charge it again.

B for blue

Y for yellow

the result: i never get to use the blue light as my morning always hectic (with 3 kids to get ready in the morning, there's no way i have the luxury to pamper myself in the morning) so i can't say anything about it. but it's supposed to reduce puffy eyes. i've only used it once and my eyes weren't puffy so i didn't see any effect back then. i usually use the combination of red and yellow lights. i use red light for about 3 minutes and then yellow light for 2 minutes, so total 5 minutes per eye. i usually use 40 degree setting as it's the level where i feel it's comfortable for my eyes. the warmth of the massager head is relaxing for my eye muscles. lately i've been sleeping late (totally blaming it on the korean dramas), and it helps soothe my tired eyes. however, if you're looking at the progress picture, you'd say that there's no improvement seen in the picture. i have to agree. you can still see some lines, some dark under eyes too. but since i only sleep about 4-5 hours per night, i have to say that the massager works in some ways. my eyes condition is pretty much the same for about two months, despite all the lack of sleep, so it must be working in some ways. anyway, i'm changing my eye cream too, so i'm taking another progress picture, and i'll update it here.

right eye- seems no change

left eye - almost similar but if i could be say, my dark eyes slightly less from the first pic to the last

i had my birthday just a little bit after the pandemic started in my country and the school were off a few days before my birthday. just a few days before the public announcement was made to put school on hold and no public gathering including church, my husband ran an errand to the shopping mall. he asked me if i wanted to buy something. i asked him if i could get an early birthday present and he thought oh well, the pandemic would affect all of us, so if this present could make me a little bit sane, then he would buy it. so i asked for foreo ufo. he bought me foreo luna last year and i love it until today, so i guess it's time to make another investment. at that time, foreo bear was just popping out, but i think i have my jade roller, so i think it would be similar, so i picked foreo ufo.

this is the description on their website: a transcendent smart mask treatment, UFO combines advanced dermal technologies with exclusive korean mask formulas for a decadent facial treatment in seconds. experience the beauty of innovation, and transform your complexion with UFO. spa luxury at your fingertips. imagine if you could own the exact same beauty-tech treatments and products seen in celebrity spas. and use them at home to achieve the same dazzling glow, clear skin, fresh complexion and conquer-the-world feeling you get after visiting a premier beauty salon or world-class spa. with UFO, you can. and you'll achieve it all from the comfort of your very own living room.

hyper-infusion technology. for a few moments every day, UFO whisks you away into a world all your own with technology that delivers stunning results while also providing and indulgent experience for the senses. UFO's hyper infusion technology uses your skin's natural reactions to heat and cold as well as signature T-sonic pulsations to ensure you get the most out of every mask treatment.

hyper-infusion technology warming. a gentle heat relaxes, soothes and revitalizes mind and body. as UFO gradually warms in thermo-therapy mode, it infuses active mask ingredients into skin, making them more effective in less time.

hyper-infusion technology cooling. exclusively developed for the flagship UFO model, cryo-therapy mode is an effortless way to diminish the appearance of pores and reduce puffiness. no need to stash skincare in the freezer - with the simple touch of a button, UFO instantly cools to refresh and invigorate skin.

hyper-infusion technology t-sonic pulsations. savor every moment of a soothing facial massage, while this patented technology boosts absorption of active masks ingredientes and leaves you with radiant, healthy-looking skin.

a full spectrum facial treatment. UFO puts the power of LED light therapy in your hands, with 3 targeted photofacials in one at-home device. enjoy a painless, UV-free phototherapy treatment as red, green and blue LED light wavelengths effortlessly rejuvenate your skin.

the packaging: it comes in a transparent acrylic box so you can see the UFO from the outside. under the separator, you will get USB cable charger, a mask sample, and a dock to put your UFO. there are three colors to choose from, and mine is the pearl pink one to match my foreo luna. at first there's a plastic shield to cover both the front and the plate at the back. you might ask, what is the different with the mini one? the only difference is, the mini one doesn't have cryo-therapy mode. so no cooling option.

the packaging

a bit description at the back

the product: the size of UFO is probably the size of my palm. since the outer part is made of silicone, it's easy to grab and hold the device. however, since it's circle in shape, it's a bit tricky to move it around your nose area, especially if you have crooked nose like me, or super high pointy nose. other than that, it's easy to move it around my face. at the back side, there's a plastic ring to hold the mask securely. lifted the ring so you can put the mask, then secure the ring back. turn on your phone and use the foreo apps to start your treatment. the LED ring is on the outer part of the warming/cooling plate. while in the center, there's the warming or cooling plate that is covered with the mask. the charging hole is on the bottom. don't worry, all foreo devices are waterproof. some people doubt the LED ring since it's only a thin ring, it might not cover a lot of surface. while the opponent device (skin inc), has wider ring so you can see the LED lights clearly and it was pretty concentrated compared to foreo. my only grudge is the usage time is not as long as foreo luna. with luna, you can charge it once for about 5-6 months even though with daily use. but with foreo, it's probably only lasts for about a month with every other day usage. and even faster if you use cooling and warming sensation repeatedly. one session in UFO only lasts about 90 seconds, so i usually use it for 3 rounds to really maximize the result. just like the luna, it will automatically change mode and then give you sign when it's done.

left: plastic shield at front
middle: plastic seal on the heating/cooling plate
right: how it looks after removing the seal

the apps: the downside (or probably the good side?) of UFO is you have to operate it using an apps. you have to put your phone near the device and then press the power button for a couple seconds before the apps recognizing your device. you have to register it if you're using for the first time. in the default mode, there's only two masks stored there. the make my day (for morning use) and call it a night (for night time use). if you press one of those option, you will only need to scan the mask's barcode (on the back of the mask sachet) before it will automatically start the session. if you're using other mask, you have to scan it first, then it will be saved in the apps. however, as i was changing my phone platform (from ios to android), the apps was not transferable. i had to register again and then though my device were still registered, the other mask that i've used (the youth junkie) was not registered. i had to use it again and save it again.

this is how the apps looks like
the dial around the shows you how many masks that you've used and automatically saved

this is the page that got changed when the foreo ufo 2 is about to launched
but then got back to normal after it's being cancelled
at the top, there's the light selection
then the strength of the t-sonic pulsations
at the bottom there's the heat and cool setting

if you're not using foreo's mask, you have to make sure that the mask is juicy so the foreo can glide easily. then you can press the setting button on the apps and adjust the LED light you want to use, the strength of the vibration, and then the heat or cold setting. here's the perk. the newer UFO 2, is supposed to have more LED option (like skin inc one) with additional orange, cyan and i forget what else. but looking at the website, it seems gone! i've used this long enough, so initially, before i heard that there would be UFO 2, the apps has three LED lights option in the setting mode, then there's a button to drag and adjust the brightness of the LED light that you choose. i can also choose two lights or even three to combine the lights. like green and blue will give you cyan. red and green will give you orange. by the time there was news about UFO 2, the apps suddenly changed. the three options were still there, but i couldn't combine two or more lights. now, after i changed my phone, the apps were back to beginning. i can choose combination lights. but the heat and cold setting will come off after about 1-2 minutes. in the past, it would stay on for as long as i use my device.

the dock

so, do you have to use UFO masks? no. you can use it with regular sheet mask. just use your sheet mask as usual then turn UFO on and glide it over your sheet mask for as long as you like. just remember, the longer you use the UFO, the faster the battery would run out. can you use UFO without any masks? yes but if you use thick serum and super slick serum. however, i've tried this once, with heat mode, and it was too hot for my skin. for the cooling mode, it was cold as ice. so probably better use it with mask.

the ring with LED on
it's going to change to red, blue, and green (there's orange purple and cyan too)

the result: i've tried using three LED modes. the red one is supposed to be anti-aging. obviously the night mask is using the red light, and i don't see any visible result. but, considering that until now i don't see any wrinkle whatsoever, it might help in boosting the effect of other skincare and mask that i've used. that goes with the green light. the green one is supposed to be for brightening. if you have acne scars or dark spots, it's supposed to lighten them. i do think it helps in combination with vitamin c serum or other brightening serum to prevent any dark spots. but so far, i don't see any changes in my dark spots. as for acne scars, with routine usage, it does help fading acne scar (in combination with other skincare products). as for the blue light, it's for acne. this is the only light that i can see the result instantly. whenever i have cystic acne, it would take weeks for me to get rid of it. i was doubtful at first, but i tried using it three days in a row. using blue light and concentrated on my acne. and after three days, the acne would start to shrink in size. and then after a week, it would be flat.

all of these pictures were taken a day apart
you can see that from day 2 to day 4 the acne got popped and then day 5-6 it's healed

notice my dark spots at the top of the picture. it's slightly fading
and then the acne scar at the bottom of my cheek was almost gone at day 6

here you can also see how my acne healed in 5 days

if you're asking me, is it worth the money? yes of course. however, i cannot compare it to other device since i haven't tried anything else. do you need the device? it's really up to you. if you're using sheet mask often, or you like masking but don't like to spend lots of time using regular sheet mask, then you should get this device. i personally like the cooling mode as i think it help reduces puffiness of my face. but if you don't like masking, and only need lifting, then you should try foreo bear or other device that offers microcurrent setting. as for me, using foreo ufo and continuing with jade roller is enough to give lifting effect and also reducing my puffiness. this is totally another good investment that i've made this year.

for years i've been hating my hair. i have long thick and wavy hair, and some days it would be super frizzy and i will wake up looking like a lion. my sister has more curly hair than mine, so back when we were in high school, she wanted to get her hair rebonded, so we both got that. but it just made the current hair straight, but the new hair would still be wavy. i did smoothing couple times more after that, but since i got married and had babies, i never did anything to my hair anymore except for coloring it. and i have super thick hair so when it gets super thick, it takes ages to dry it even using my previous hair dryer. it's not the hair dryer fault anyway.. it's just a travel hair dryer and it's only 400 W, so it takes hours to dry my hair. when we were about to go to japan, i learned about hairbeauron straightener and curler and almost bought it if i could see it. but we didn't find it so even though my husband told me to just buy it, i decided not to.

but i get bored drying my hair using my old hair dryer, so i told him to buy me a new one. i have no idea which one to get since there are so many influencer promoting dyson, remington and tescom, and all of them are quite expensive, so i totally have no idea. then my husband told me to take a look at xiaomi hair dryer. he showed me some pictures and videos and i just said okay. then the package came, and i tried it the first time and i can't believe the result!

the box

this is the description from aliexpress website: soocas hairdryer incorporates the japanese aesthetic concept. it's simple, white and the red light of the low-gray silver has a modern sense. the integrated design, the machine is seamless without screws. with a though, sharp lines, the expression of avant-garde attitude. all aluminium alloy barrel, unlike traditional ABS plastic shells, is made of higher-cost all-alumunium alloy material, and the shimmering metal body makes it possible to effectively reduce the temperature of the hair dryer.
the innovative diversion design has achieved greater air volume. through the conical conducting fluid placed at the air outlet, the outer diameter of the cone is gradually increased along the wind direction, and gradually diverged under the action of the conical guiding fluid, which greatly reduces the resistance. high air volume is inseparable from the choice of blades and motors. the larger the fan blades, the greater the required pneumatic power, and the stronger the air flow.
specially designed large blades, with a strong DC motor, can significantly increase the air flow. using 1800 W power, softer than 2000 W, stronger than 1000W, is just good power. without drying the hair, it blows fast enough and saves your valuable time. soocas hair dryer dual channel output tens of millions, high concentration of negative ions to show release layer, maintain moisture and shine. 360 rotating air nozzle, long and flat shape, focus on the wind blowing your favorite hairstyle.
3 temperature options to meet a variety of hair care needs, the operation is more simple. double circuit protection, safety temperature protection device, using a thermostat imported from south korea and a fuse for detecting abnormal temperature, fully prevent the air from overheating, protect the hair scales from damage. the double layer anti-scalding air nozzle design, the air outlet increases the insulation layer, the heat does not directly touch the outer layer of the air nozzle, effectively avoids scalding caused by the heat.

back of the box

the packaging: when it first came, i can't believe how big the box is! i knew that the hair dryer is not bendable, but i didn't think that it would be that big. the box is quite sturdy but not too heavy since the hair dryer is not that heavy either. there's the picture of the hair dryer at front and when you slide it out, you can see a plastic separator that holds the hair dryer at top and below it you can see the nozzle and travelling pouch.

the hair dryer inside

the product: the hair dryer has all aluminium body so it's not that heavy and it has reddish rim. it has separate nozzle that has double insulated design so you can touch it without being scorched by the heat. the cable is quite long so you don't need to stand closely to the electrical outlet. it also comes with built-in cable tie. it only has two buttons, one is the on-off button and the other is the setting button. there are three heat setting, the top is constant heat so the hair dryer will only use 57 degree heat, the second one is flash heat so it's hotter than the first one to dry your hair really quick, the third one is the coo air setting so you can set your hair.

with the separate nozzle

the result: if you dry your hair from wet hair, it would take about 5 minutes with flash heat setting and then cool it off. if you use the constant heat setting, it would definitely take longer but still faster than when i use my previous hair dryer. and the cool air setting is a game changer. i used to have frizzy hair, but since i use the cool air setting to cool off my hair after drying it, the frizziness is settling down. all i need to do is putting a bit of hair oil before and after drying my hair and my hair would look sleek and soft. though not super sleek like the one you look in the advertisement, but still sleeker than i used to have.

before: my frizzy hair
after: more sleek hair without much styling

so, totally you would see that i love this hair dryer. it's quite affordable and it works really well. i totally have no idea that ionic hair dryer could do much to your hair. i used to think that it's just another marketing gimmick, but after using it myself, i have to say that it's true! even my husband commented that i now have better hair! my only cons with this hair dryer is it's not bendable, so it takes up quite a space in my closet. i wouldn't be able to bring it when i'm travelling since it would take much space in my baggage as well. oh well... i can survive several days without it.. so i guess it's a win for now. if you're looking for new hair dryer or if you are tempted by lots of influencer using more expensive hair dryer but you don't have the budget, i think you should try this one.

i remembered looking at foreo ads years ago, when i haven't got any children. i thought i would save my money and bought me that device since i didn't like clarisonic despite it being more popular at that time. i remembered i was sold because foreo got antibacteria silicone bristle that you don't need to replace while clarisonic head needs to be replaced every 6 months or so. which means more money. fast forward, i had 3 kids and no job, and i compeletely forgot about foreo until i saw some beauty instagrammer promoting foreo again. apparently foreo is now available in sephora indonesia so there are several beauty instagrammer chosen to promote it on their instagram. and then there's stash challenge. there's an entry about beauty gadget and some people has and love their foreo. i became more obsessed in getting one. i read more about it and i was intrigued. i want to try the luna 2 because of the anti aging side, but it's super pricey. i thought perhaps i should get the luna go because it's the mini version of luna 2. but people love luna mini as they said the anti aging feature is no use, so i was torn. i asked my hubby's opinion and he stated that the original product is the best one. obviously they made the mini version so it's more affordable but minus the anti aging. luna go is the same but in much smaller size. he said it would be troublesome to use that tiny device in slippery condition. i was annoyed because my saving will be all gone to buy that. and luna 2 has 4 types according to the user skin condition, normal, oily, combination and sensitive skin. i used to be combination but now toward normal, and the normal one comes in pink while the combination is blue. so i'm torn about that too. then he told me to check each sephora brand in my town to find out which one got the ready stock. turned out there's a normal version available at sephora GM so he drove me there and bought it for me! he told me that it was christmas, valentine and my birthday present all in one, hahaha... oh well, i'm not complaining. so, obviously i've tried and used it for more than enough to gather this review, so let's see...

this is the description from their website: facial spa massager for cleansing and anti wrinkle result. the revolutionary luna 2 delivers enhanced T-sonic facial cleansing and anti-wrinkle system designed to minimize the appearance of blemishes while effectively addressing concerns related to aging skin. luna 2 is now available in four varieties, so you can select the one that is tailored to your skin type.
indulge in a gentle 2-minute daily skin care routine and uncover a more luminous, refined and youthful look. luna 2 goes beyond standard facial cleansing by delivering skincare results that you-and everyone else- will notice.
luna 2 gently exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores and removes up to 99,5% dirt and oil that can contribute to adult-onset acne breakout. advanced anti-aging massage. its reverse side uses lower-frequency pulsations to massage the face, visibly reducing fine lines around the eyes and mouth, and leaving the skin looking firm and lifted. the anti-wrinkle mode of the luna 2 also improves the absorption of your favorite skincare products.
unprecedented cleansing efficacy: 8000 T-sonic (transdermal sonic) pulsations per minute at 2x the power. delivers the deepest cleansing possible while staying gentle on your skin.
optimized new design: 50% bigger head for more efficient cleansing and facial massaging. longer touchpoints extend reach and enhance softness. plush silicone body for greater comfort and performance.
extra gentle & hygienic: even softer touchpoints are extremely gentle on the skin. ultra-hygienic silicone is nonporous to resist bacteria buildup. 35x more hygienic than standard nylon cleansing brushes.
turn back the clock: lower-frequency pulsations massage wrinkle-prone areas. smoothes and firms the appearance of the skin.
a skincare investment: no replacement parts needed. 2-year limited warranty. 10-year quality guarantee.
designed around your life: 100% waterproof to use in bath or shower. 12 customizable intensities for tailor-made skincare. 450 uses per full charge.

the packaging: it comes in a white box. okay, i have to make a comment about the sealing because they only put the seal sticker on one side. i could slid my fingers inside and grab the device without breaking the seal. so yeah.. if you're worried that someone might use it before you, then you should check whether the sealing is secure or not. inside there's a slider that place the device, the charging cable, a soft pouch and a little leaflet.

the product: the instruction says to charge your device before first use, and it will only take about an hour to do so. before buying this device, i've read people commenting on an instagramer's post about foreo and someone made a comment that she left the device overnight and it ruined the battery. so clearly don't overcharge it. one charge should last for about 5-6 months depend on how often you use the device. the device itself is made of silicone. since mine is the normal skin one, it's pink! (like i've said, blue for combination, green for oily, and purple for sensitive skin). it has quite weird shape, which people often refer as egg-shaped, but it's slightly oval on top and flat bottom. it's flat on one side and curvy on the other side. the flat side has silicone bristles which has different pattern according to the type and near the bottom there's the on/off button as well as the + and - button. for normal skin type, it has small bristles almost all of them and only a slightly bigger bristles near the pointy edge. (for combination skin, it has three sizes of bristles and the biggest bristles has slightly wider area. for sensitive skin, all of the bristles are small and super soft. for oily skin, the biggest size has rectangular-shaped bristles all over). the curvy side has semi-angular patterned-ridges that acts as massager. then near the bottom there's a charging hole which is waterproof. and at the bottom, there's a light that indicated the battery. it will be blue to show you that it's still going strong when you use it, and it will turn yellow to indicate that you need to recharge it.

the box

how to use: for cleansing, you have to wet your face with water and also wet the cleansing surface. then you can put the cleansing soap on the cleansing surface or put it all over your face and massage it a bit before going in with the device. i'd like to use cleansing foam (as i don't need to foam it again beforehand) straight on the device and put it on my forehead, cheeks, chin and nose and then turn the device on. the device then will start the cleansing period which lasts for 2 minutes, in 30 seconds-interval each. you're supposed to clean an area within 30 seconds in circular motion, and then the device will vibrate once to indicate that you should move to other area and after the whole 2 minutes, it will vibrate 3 times to indicate that the cleansing session is finished. you should push the power button again to put it on standby. now, it will automatically turn off if you leave it in stand-by mode for more than 3 minutes. but if you push the button once again, you would go into the anti-aging mode. the idea is you put your skincare stuff then use this mode to massage your face, especially that wrinkle-prone area. the massage mode lasts for 1 minutes, 15 seconds each. so the suggested area to massage is between your eyebrows, your crow-feet area, and your smile lines area. the website doesn't clearly stated how you should massage your face. the instructional video on their youtube channel only shows to put it on one place for the whole 15 seconds, but i've seen people move it around like any other massager. clearly there's no exact way to use the anti-aging mode. and just like the cleansing mode, it will vibrate once every 15 seconds and vibrate 3 times at the end of the mode. you need to push the button once more to turn it off. you should clean it afterward with a bit of cleansing soap (i use my face wash) and water and pat it dry with towel. you can adjust the strength of the pulsation. for the cleansing mode, once you've found the right setting, it'll continue at that power setting next time you're using it. but for the anti-aging mode, it will always start on strongest power.

the device and the travelling pouch

the result: i've used this for almost 6 months (i was away at 5 months mark and i was afraid that it might loss its power while i was away so i charged it before we went to singapore because we're away for a week) so now it's still in full power. i use it almost every day. at first, i read people's concern about over exfoliation when it's being used daily, but since it's very gentle, i notice i don't have any problems using it daily. but sometimes i skip if i don't use heavy makeup. and i really like the result. the first time using it, i could see my skin is brighter and smoother and softer. i'm quite surprised seeing the result. even my husband (which i forced him to try it) really like the result (i know we're not supposed to share the device, but he bought it for me and i always clean it afterward, so luckily no bacteria exchange here). that's why i bring it along with me during my holiday. some people mention that it helps with blackheads, but i don't have much blackheads anymore, so i can't say for sure. i wanted to try it on my husband, but he's so hard to be pushed to use it regularly, so i can't comment on that. and now the anti-aging mode. i've tried it on and off, and honestly, i can't see the difference. but i will keep using it to massage my face regularly since i don't see any wrinkle yet, so it might be working.

the anti-aging ridges behind and the charging hole

clearly i love this device. so, if you have skin concern and you want to try the anti-aging mode, you should buy luna 2. but if you don't care about skin types and just want the cleansing mode, then you should try luna mini. if you're on the go and you have bony face, you might like luna go or luna play plus (the one that need battery). my only con about this device is i have bent nose, and it's a bit hard to use on my nose since it's so big. but my husband has short and "cauliflower" nose and it works okay for him. it's easy to clean area around his nose with the device. so if you have boney feature, maybe smaller size might work for me. on the website, there's a luna fofo which you can connect with your phone, but it's not available here in indonesia, so for indonesian, you can only choose luna 2, luna mini 2, luna play, luna play plus and luna go. again, choose wisely according to your budget. as for me, this is a good investment for my skincare and i super love it. but i'm curious, are you a clarisonic person or foreo person? let me know in the comment...

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