this is the description from their website: essential recovery serum to boost the skin's energy and create a smooth radiant skin in only five days. hydration and oil moisture balancing, get smooth and softer looking skin moisture barrier strengthening. all round player to improve the look of skin texture, tone, glow and firmness. 

- powerful anti oxidant on another level: 70% more powerful anti oxidant than pure vitamin C, pomegranate polyphenol. compared to the common hydrothermal extraction method, 5x more powerful antioxidant, pomegranate polyphenol, extracted using the unique extraction method of squeezing the seeds, flower and fruit. blossoming energy, the energy that keeps flowers in full bloom is the key ingredient of mamonde. it provides skin energy to the skin and keeps skin looking healthy. 

- benefits proven through human clinical trials: moisture level, skin texture and skin moisture barrier improved in only 5 days. skin firmness, glow and clarity looks improved in only 14 days. 

- skin that feels refreshed, moisturized, soft and smooth: completely absorbed into the skin, no feeling of stickiness. it leaves the skin feeling soft, smooth and fully moisturized. 

- good for those who has delicate skin about cosmetic ingredient, hypoallergenic formula: hypoallergenic 8-free serum but with powerful ingredients offering great skincare benefits. hypoallergenic formula to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the look of skin firmness. no more thick and heavy serum. 

ingredients list: water, dimethicone, alcohol, glycerin, propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, betaine, niacinamide, glyceryl polymethacrylate, butylene glycol, tranexamic acid, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/ VP copolymer, saccharide isomerate, cetearyl alcohol, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, sodium hyaluronate, xanthan gum, glyceryl caprylate, hydrogenated lecithin, glyceryl stearate citrate, ethylhexylglycerin, hydroxyethylcellulose, adenosine, sucrose, fragrance, sodium citrate, citric acid, rosa canina fruit extract, tocopherol, punica granatum flower extract, indole acetic acid. 

the packaging: it comes in a red box that has all the products inside pictured at front. there's description at the back in english  as well ingredients list. there are two sizes in one set, the full size one and the sample size one. the sample size one comes in all red plastic bottle with pump head that's covered with red plastic cap. it comes in 15 ml. while the full size one comes in red gradient glass bottle (it's transparent at the bottom so you can see the remaining product inside), with pump head that's covered with gradient plastic cap (it's transparent at top, so it's the opposite of the bottle). it feels luxurious just like other amore pacific products. it's quite heavy since it's made of glass. there's a short description at the back of the bottle in korean. the pump works well and i have no problem with it. both the sample and the full size one.

the scent: this one is fragrant. i think it has floral scent, but it's rather relaxing than annoying. i don't have any problem with the scent, but if you're looking for scentless products, then you should steer clear from amore pacific products since they're all mostly scented. they believe that skincare is holistic, so they also use scent as a part of skincare. i, personally, don't have problem with scented product, as long as it's not overwhelming.

the product: it's a milky white runny gel type serum that melts easily into the skin. once spread around, it melts. i usually use two to three pumps of it for my whole face and neck. looking at the ingredients, it contains lots of moisturizing, hydrating and soothing product. again, amore pacific products contain extracts in their ingredients, so if you're against long ingredients product, then steer clear again. 

the result: i have to say that using this serum is quite enjoyable. i love it. it works well in moisturizing my skin even though it's quite lightweight. in fact, i have to agree that since using this serum, my skin looks glowing. though it might not solely because of this serum, but this serum contributes part of it at least. it works well in counteract the dryness effect of retinol that i used daily at night now. 

i do wish that they release the sample size as i can use it while traveling, but i guess they only made it for special set. i'm glad that this works well and it delivers as the promise, however, i'm a bit hesitant to repurchase because of the price. korean skincare's price is getting more expensive these days, and local skincare products are overflowing in the market. i still want to try innisfree black tea serum, so maybe i'd try that one first before diving back to local brands ones. anyway, if you've been wanting to try this serum, i'd say give it a go as it's good. i think it'll suitable for all skin types. as for me, i'd keep this in my rotation list as i quite enjoy this one. 

this is description from yesstyle website: this suncreen stick with powerful broad spectrum SPF 50+ PA++++ protects skin from free radical damages. easy to carry around and comfortable to wear. it has a refreshing formula that does not leave your skin with a white cast or sticky. formulated with pycnogenol, a french marine pine bark extract, soothes irritated skin due to sun rays.

the packaging: it comes with the usual packaging, cardboard backing with description in japanese, then plastic transparent covering so we can see the product from the outside. the sunstick itself comes in light blue plastic packaging, with the same light blue plastic cap. there's a dial at the bottom so you can twist the sunstick up. there's another description at the back of the cap in japanese as well. the sunstick comes in 16 g. i think there were two types of this sunstick, but i'm not sure since i think it's discontinued now. 

the scent: it is scentless. 

the product: the sunstick is transparent green stick. it feels balmy and a bit slimy on touch but it helps a bit as it easily glides on my skin. the stick is curvy at the top as well, which i think also helps as it fits the contour of my face better. i have no problem using it all over my face, even the area around my nose. 

the result: i have to say that this doesn't work like promised. even though that it's easy to carry around and doesn't give white cast at all, this one is sticky. i've used this sunstick twice while traveling. once to europe in the spring, and once to singapore in the summer. it doesn't cause any trouble when i brought it with me to europe. the weather was cool so it didn't give any problem, no stickiness at all. however, it's a different story when i used it in singapore. it was blazing hot and very humid, so i was sweating a lot. i brought this to reapply my sunscreen, so even though it's practical to do so (and to use it for my kids as well), it's sticky as hell when i reapplied it all over. even though i've tried to pat all my sweats before using this on top, it was still sticky and uncomfortable. however, this one works. all of my kids refused to reapply the sunscreen when we rode luge and the skyride and they all got sunburnt, while i'm saved. 

anyway, i like this sunscreen for its practicality and the easiness of use, but i don't appreciate the stickiness since i live in hot and humid country like singapore. anyway, since this one is discontinued, i have to find other sunstick now. there are some local brands that sell sunsticks, so i might try them after finishing this one. 

this is the description translated from their website: emergency soothing rescue with 55% green plants for skin purifying and calming. calming ampoule has lightweight texture that works to soothe redness and rebalance irritated skin. enriched with combination of 55% green plants skin purifying and calming complex that contains:

- madagascar centella asiatica (madecassoside), natural antioxidant agent from centella asiatica that works to soothe, fight free radicals and increase hydration.

- pure mugwort, herbal plants that helps to soothe redness and sensitive skin and skin that gets acne easily.

- heartleaf, ingredients that's rich in antioxidant, to soothe, moist the skin and balance oil production.

- aloe vera, soothe as well as smoothen dry skin texture and peeled off to keep skin supple and healthy.

with additional provit B5 (panthenol), this ampoule helps to maintain skin suppleness and smoothness, as well as strengthen skin barrier and minimize sensitive skin reaction. 

powered with:

- madagascar centella asiatica (madecassoside): madagascar has low pollution surrounding and high earth minerals so it produces better quality of centella asiatica that's better and more potent to soothe, get rid of redness, hydrate and speed up wound healing.

- pure mugwort extract: mugwort has anti-inflammation effect and antioxidant that helps soothe redness and inflammation. increase filaggrin and loricrin to strengthen skin barrier.

- heartleaf extract: has anti-inflammation, antibacterial and antioxidant that helps reduce skin damage from UVB rays. moreover, it acts as humectant that helps skin hydration and skin moisture.

- aloe vera extract: it can reduce inflammation, soothe and increase skin elasticity. contains all kinds of vitamin except vitamin D, mineral, saponin and 20 out of 22 amino acid.

- provitamin B5: hydrates skin maximally and layers the skin so it gives smooth effect to the skin.

ingredients list: Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Water, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Methylpropanediol, Lactobionic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Phytate, Asiaticoside, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol

this is the description translated from their website: your skin bae glow concentrate treatment 1% tranexamic acid + multi probiome + pineapple is a water-based moisturizer that comes in lightweight gel texture and easy to absorb. aside from keeping the skin well moisturized, armed with main ingredients such as tranexamic acid, multi probiome and pineapple, this moisturizer also helps treat oily and acne skin. this product will be the right choice for avo friends that have combination skin or easily get redness on the skin. since all ingredients are safe and clinically tested, avoskin your skin bae glow concentrate treatment 1% tranexamic acid + multi probiome + pineapple is safe to use from 15 years old and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive one. 

ingredients list: Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tranexamic Acid, Hexyldecanol, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment, Lactococcus Ferment, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glucose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Sodium Polyglutamate, Fructose, Fructooligosaccharides, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bisabolol, Stearic Acid, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Sodium Phytate, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract.

this is the description translated from their website: studio tropik probiome skin tonic has creamy formula to hydrate and to repair dry and sensitive skin. gives 'plumping' effect to a very dehydrated skin. begin your skincare routine with skin tonic, a special "welcome drink" for your skin. use it after washing your face to activate 'super sponge mode' that helps your skin more moist and supple, ready for the next skincare routine. #CheersToBetterSkin

2 in 1 one - toner and essence in one product. higher active ingredients concentration and more creamy texture. makes the skin more moist and supple, ready to absorb the next skincare. 

skin loving ingredients:

- bifidalacto probiotics: bifida ferment lysate and lactobacillus - hydrates skin, balances microbiome, optimizes skin condition. anti aging and strengthen skin barrier.

- polyglutamic acid (PGA): maintain skin hydration to prevent TEWL (transepidermal water loss) so it gives more healthy and supple skin effect.

- quadruple HA: 4 types of hyaluronic acid with different molecule size. can moisturize skin completely from the outer layer to the inner one. helps lock skin's maximum moisture level.

- crystal iceplant: plant extract that soothes and rich of antioxidant.

- collagen: increases skin elasticity and reduces fine lines in the skin.

ingredients list: aqua, butylene glycol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, propylene glycol, bifida ferment lysate, lactobacillus/ collagen/ mesembyanthemum crystallinum leaf extract ferment lysate, betaine, panthenol, polyglutamic acid, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium acetylated hyaluronate, hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, glycerin, ethylhexylglyecrin, 1,2-hexanediol, hydroxyethyl cellulose, BHT, styrene/acrylates copolymer, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, caprylyl glycol. 

description at the back and inside the box

the packaging: it comes in a dusty blue box with description at the back as well as the ingredients list. they also put additional information on the inside of the box, which is similar to elsheskin and dearmebeauty. i guess it's kind of the trend right now. the toner comes in frosted plastic bottle with the same colored label as the box. it has dusty blue screw cap. the opening is covered by a plastic cover at first. the size of the opening is the same as other toner bottle. there are 3 sizes available, 30 ml, 100 ml and 270 ml. the first one is the 100 ml which is the usual toner size, which i have right now. then they release the travel size which is 30 ml. then since people love it so much, they release the gigantic size, 270 ml one. 

seal on top, the plastic cover at first and the opening of the bottle

the scent: it doesn't have any specific scent but it doesn't smell foul either. 

the bottle

the product: the toner is a milky white watery toner. the consistency is as watery as water but it doesn't feel like one. since the consistency is really watery, it's very quick to absorbed. once it's absorbed, it doesn't feel sticky but you can feel your skin is moist afterward. looking at the ingredients, there are lots of moisturizing and hydrating ingredients as well as a few soothing agent and brightening one. 

the result: if the other product fills in the gap then make it full, this toner is different. once it's absorbed, it makes the skin cells feel plump instantly. i can feel that it makes my skin pump instantly and well moisturized. it doesn't make it tacky afterward so i can still put other products on top without any problems. 

i thought this would be too rich for me, but perhaps because of the watery consistency, it's absorbed rather quickly into my skin. so far i'm liking it. even though i have combination to oily skin, this one gives enough hydration and moisture that my skin needs since i've been using retinol and BHA on daily basis now. i don't experience any dryness or anything since i use this. i think it'll be more suitable to normal to dry skin, but like i said, i think even combination to oily skin can still try this toner. there are 3 sizes to choose from, so if you're not sure, you can try the smallest size first, then if you like it so much, you can always go for the giant size. price wise, it's still affordable though but i'm not fond of the availability. these products are being hyped for so long that it's often sold out for so long. at least the probiome one is easier to find than the other one. anyway, snatch them while you can. you can get this from their official website/ marketplace and also from other online shops like sociolla and beautyhaul. for me, i'll try the other type first before dropping my verdict. 

this is the description from their website: 2-in-1 cushion foundation and luminous concealer compact. a lightweight, medium-full coverage, anti-aging cushion foundation with a beauty-enhancing, skin-calming and youth boosting concealer all in one effortless compact. 

the packaging: it comes in a greyish/lilac combination box with description at the back and the shade name on top of the box. they use white font which is not easy to read. maybe they should change to black so it's easier to read. the box is quite bulky because the compact itself is bulky. the cushion comes in light pink plastic compact that's bulkier than the usual cushion compacts because this is a 2-in-1 product. the color of the compact is really pretty and it uses magnetic closure so it's safer. i think the closure will last longer if they use magnetic closure. inside, there's a mirror and on top compartment, there's a puff. you can lift the top compartment to reveal the concealer pan on the second compartment. then underneath, there's the usual cushion, covered with a sticker at first. you can read the shade name at the back of the compact. the cushion comes in 15 g while the concealer is 7 g. 

the shade: the downside of a small brand is, they don't offer many shades. there are only 5 shades to choose from. i'm pretty sure it won't cater everyone, but luckily the lightest shade still works for me. they named the cushion and the concealer separately, for mine, ecru is the cushion while porcelain is the concealer. for the concealer, it looks similar to my skintone when i swatched it on my hand. but for the cushion, it's slightly a bit darker than my somethinc perle cushion. but i can still make it work. the tone is different as well. ecru is even more pink on my hand. 

the product: the concealer feels emollient on my touch. it's hard to pick up the product with the sponge. i have to swirl my finger several times to get the decent amount of product and tap it on troubled areas on my face. the concealer is the glowy type that's a bit moisturizing. i think it'll be okay for acne or under eyes areas as they won't accentuate dry patches. however, it's more brightening than covering. it couldn't cover acne properly, but it helps reduce redness around acnes. as for the cushion, i honestly don't know what to expect. i only make sure that the shade could work on me without knowing anything else. anyway, the cushion has medium to full coverage. even one puff is enough for my whole face and my skin looks flawless. i'm not used to that much coverage, so i lessen the pressure and only use maybe half puff for daily. 

the result: the shade is not on the spot matching my skintone, but it still works okay. it gives glowy finish but as usual, nothing that powder can't fix. however, it settles around dry skin so make sure to moisturize your skin well. since the concealer is not high coverage, somehow it doesn't help much if i use it on top of the cushion. i still play with how i can work around with the concealer, but it's a bit disappointing that it doesn't deliver like the cushion.

i have to say that i'm impressed with the packaging and i love the cushion as well. i'm impressed with the coverage and i don't mind the glowy finish. but it's a bit let down that the concealer doesn't deliver. i wish it gives more coverage than the current coverage. price wise, it might look expensive but it's a 2-in-1 product, so naturally it will cost more than usual cushion. personally i won't mind with the cushion, but i guess i won't repurchase since the whole purpose of buying the product is the added concealer, but it doesn't deliver. so i guess if they doesn't change the coverage, maybe i'll just stick to regular cushion and buy a separate concealer.