I’ve tried Korean shampoos many times before, but only in mini samples. This time, I finally decided to purchase a small full-size version of CP-1 Esthetic House Bright Complex Intense Nourishing Shampoo — and it truly impressed me.
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In the mornings, I always choose lightweight textures for the eye area — I don’t want to overload such delicate skin. I especially love products with metal applicators because they help reduce puffiness and instantly refresh the eyes. That’s exactly what AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum turned out to be.
Last spring, Catrice launched a beautiful limited collection called Pearlfection. It included baked highlighters, eyeshadow sticks, lip glosses, nail polishes, and even a small merch item — a hair claw clip. Two products from this line caught my attention, but unfortunately, only one of them turned out to be a true success. Let’s take a closer look.
I had been hearing about the PDRN ingredient for quite some time, and my curiosity finally won. I decided to try one of the most talked-about serums featuring it — Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum.
The packaging feels thoughtful and high-quality: a sturdy box filled with information and a 30 ml transparent glass bottle inside. The pipette with a metallic cap looks reliable and pleasant to use. The serum itself has a slightly greenish tint, a texture a bit thicker than water, and a faint sour scent. When applied, it feels like there’s a very subtle oily undertone — barely noticeable.
I mostly use it in the evening because in the morning it feels sticky — quite noticeably, and that’s not something I enjoy. That’s probably the only downside for me. I apply it under a richer cream, and then the stickiness is barely noticeable. It absorbs quickly and feels comfortable on the skin.
The results aren’t immediate — I noticed them after about two weeks. At first, I didn’t see any changes and even started to doubt it, but then I suddenly realized my skin looked fresher and the facial contours felt more firm. Nothing else in my routine had changed — I always test products one at a time to clearly understand how my skin reacts.
In the end, this serum turned out to be quite interesting. It’s economical, and the results simply require patience. I liked it!
Not long ago, Essence teamed up with Disney again and released a large collection inspired by The Little Mermaid. I was initially interested in the eyeshadows and lipsticks, but in the end, I only managed to grab one chubby stick — simply because the rest was sold out in store. And surprisingly, this lipstick turned out to be almost perfect.
From time to time, I come back to Pantene conditioners — they’re reliable and make my hair really soft. I’ve just finished another bottle from the Aqua Light line, so here are my thoughts.
Cold weather is the time when I always switch to richer and more nourishing hand creams. Closer to autumn, lighter textures simply stop working for me. At the moment, the cream living on my bedside table is Bioderma Atoderm Hands & Nails Ultra-Repairing Cream, designed for very dry hands and nails.
When the weather turns warm, it’s the perfect time to switch to lip gloss — and lately, I’ve been completely hooked. Today, I’m sharing one of my recent finds: the Gosh Lip Gloss in shade 0022, a nearly flawless cold-toned gloss that’s both elegant and wearable.
In my opinion, the most well-known antioxidant is vitamin C. It’s a classic skincare ingredient that my skin has always tolerated well and truly enjoys. And since spring has already arrived, I crave freshness, smoothness, and radiance — all things vitamin C can help achieve. This spring, it has become part of my evening routine in the form of Avène Vitamin Activ C Radiance Corrector Serum.
I skipped the previous pistachio-themed limited collection from Catrice, but the new spring launch immediately caught my attention. Even from the promo images, I knew I wouldn’t be able to resist. As soon as I saw the display in store, I picked up both the lip pencil and the face palette without hesitation.
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Frudia is well known for its interesting cosmetic ingredients — I used to absolutely love their blueberry line for dry skin, which worked wonderfully for me. Last summer, I decided to explore their sunscreens, and Green Grape Sebum Control Sun Gel SPF 50 turned out to be the best sunscreen I’ve ever tried.
I rarely pay special attention to citrus ingredients in skincare, but sometimes they’re simply impossible to ignore. That’s exactly what happened with Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Brightening Mandarin-C, enriched with mandarin extract and designed to boost skin radiance.
You’ve probably seen d’Alba everywhere — that chic, minimalist Korean brand adored by influencers. I finally decided to try it myself but went for something different — not skincare, but their Skin Fit Grinding Serum Cover Pact. And sadly, it turned out to be a total disappointment.
I haven’t used Yves Rocher skincare for quite a while, but recently I got my hands on the Anti-Age Global Day/Night Cream & Night Mask — a truly multifunctional product that can be used as a day cream, night cream, or even a night mask. I’ll say right away: I use it only as a night mask, and I really enjoy it.
I love ultra-thin brow pencils that allow me to draw hair-like strokes and create a natural, effortless look. When my previous favorite ran out, I decided to try the MAYBELLINE Brow Ultra Slim in the shade Taupe — and it turned out to be an excellent choice.
In my evening skincare routine, I prefer simple creams without active ingredients, as most of my actives come from serums. Not long ago, I finished Bioderma Atoderm Nutritive Cream, and it turned out to be a great discovery worth sharing.
Niacinamide has always felt like a rather mysterious ingredient to me. It’s heavily promoted as a skin-clearing component, yet it doesn’t enjoy the same cult status as, for example, retinol. Still, I decided to give it a try and tested The Inkey List Niacinamide Serum.
One of the most hyped-up beauty launches that refuses to leave the spotlight — the Rhode Peptide Lip Tint by Hailey Bieber. She can sell any makeup look she wears, and of course, her own products are no exception. Naturally, I couldn’t resist and picked it up in the shade Raspberry Jelly. 🍓
In a recently purchased beauty advent calendar, I came across a Foreo LUNA brush along with a cleansing balm. The balm came in a small 15 ml size and ran out in less than a week, but it was still more than enough to fully appreciate the product.
My first encounter with Charlotte Tilbury — and it’s definitely love at first sight 💫
The Luxury Palette in Pillow Talk Dreams instantly won me over: stunning design, flawless quality, and shades that beautifully enhance green eyes.
When it comes to makeup removal, I usually stick to two options: cleansing oils or cleansing balms. I alternate between them, and the latest product I tried was Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil.
I usually prefer basic face creams: all the skin’s needs are covered by serums, while creams are meant simply to “seal” everything in. However, from time to time a cream can pleasantly surprise — and that’s exactly what happened with Mizon Collagen Power Firming Enriched Cream.
The Yves Rocher Khol Pencil landed in my hands as a gift during the brand’s winter sale — and honestly, I might have chosen better than I thought 😌
I appreciate Uriage for its straightforward formulas and products that truly work. When the weather gets warmer, I always add hydrating serums to my routine, and at the moment I’m using Uriage Eau Thermale Serum enriched with hyaluronic acid.
I’ve tried Laura Mercier’s stick eyeshadows before, and I liked them, though that was with a lighter shade. Today I’m testing the darker shade, Amethyst, and sharing how I’ve been working with it.
Poland is home to many great affordable skincare brands with well-formulated products. During my stay in Warsaw, I discovered one of them — OnlyBio — and left the store with the Kombucha Fluffy Face Cleansing Foam.
No evening skincare routine is complete without a facial cleanser. If I used to prefer dense Korean foam cleansers, now I clearly gravitate towards gel textures. And my current favorite is Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser.
Nobea is a brand sold exclusively on Notino — and it’s all about simple, affordable makeup that actually works. One of their best little surprises? These mono eyeshadows that cost just $1 each! 💸
Back in December, I discovered a new fragrance brand for myself — MCM. Their bottles are truly distinctive: each one is decorated with an animal head. In my case, it’s Zen Elephant, but the collection also features rabbits, dogs, bears, and other animals.
Everyone’s heard of Fenty Beauty by Rihanna — especially her lipsticks and foundations. But I decided to try the Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara… and sadly, it didn’t live up to the hype.
I genuinely enjoy ampoule skincare — it feels more effective to me than most other formats simply because it delivers a true concentrate. I already had experience with similar products, so testing the BABOR Hydra Plus Ampoules wasn’t something new, but it turned out to be a very successful introduction to the brand.
The most important things I look for in a hand cream are deep hydration without stickiness and fast absorption. The latest products I’ve tried meet these expectations perfectly, and one standout comes from Korean skincare — Haruharu wonder Black Bamboo Nourishing Calming Hand & Nail Cream with Murumuru Butter.
Since I started ordering beauty boxes from Notino, I’ve often come across their in-house brand Nobea, which offers a range of makeup products. Today, I’m sharing my experience with two of their kajal eye pencils — and spoiler: they’re absolutely worth it! 💫
I can’t imagine my morning routine without a hair spray — my hair care ritual always starts with brushing. At the moment, L’Oréal Paris Elseve Hyaluron Plump with a 2% hyaluronic complex has taken its place in my bathroom, and I genuinely enjoy using it.
Some things just never go out of style — and Bourjois mascaras are definitely among them. I’ve used them for years, and recently I revisited the classic Volume Glamour, which promises that sought-after ultra volume. ✨
After every hair wash, I always use leave-in products — alternating between creams, serums, and oils. But recently, Lador La Pitta Perfumed Hair Oil 01 has completely outshined all the other bottles, and now I use only this one.
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A good hand cream should absorb instantly, smell divine, and keep the skin soft for hours — and Caudalie Vinotherapist checks all the boxes. Once you try it, it’s hard to stop repurchasing.
Danish brand Gosh recently refreshed its lineup with a new range of wooden eyeliners in natural shades, promising waterproof performance. I picked up the Woody Eye Liner in shade 003 Teak — and here’s how it performs in real life.
This winter I suddenly experienced dryness on my eyelids — something that had never happened to me before. My eyelid skin became very sensitive, so I decided to nourish it with a richer product than I usually use. I chose Yves Rocher Lift Pro-Collagen Anti-Wrinkle De-Puffing Eye Care with plant-based collagen.
If I had to pick the best matte lipstick in pencil form, this would be it — Bourjois Velvet The Pencil in the shade 05 Red Vintage. A true love story in stick form ❤️
I truly believe that real skin benefits mostly come from serums, while creams have long become supporting products focused on smoothness and nourishment. That’s why my routine almost always includes an active serum, which I then seal with a simple cream. At the moment, that cream is Dixi Coenzyme Q10. And between us — I also use it as an overnight face mask.
A couple of years ago, Garnier’s fruit hair masks were incredibly popular. I personally loved the banana one, and recently decided to try them again — especially since the brand promises an updated formula. This time I chose two options: the Aloe moisturizing mask and the Pineapple mask for length shine.
I’ve always preferred waterproof eyeliners — they make me feel safe about my makeup no matter how long the day gets. And Bourjois Contour Clubbing Waterproof in the shade 57 Up and Brown totally delivers. 💪
I finally tried the famous VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 50 micro-needle serum. I started with the lightest version, enriched with cica and hyaluronic acid.
L’Oréal has recently released a new product — hyaluronic oil-plumpers with a tint effect that reacts to the lips’ pH. I was choosing between the dark purple and the blue shade, and the latter won, so I ended up with shade 113 Crystal Ice.
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I love hydrogel eye patches, but I’m picky about them: the shape, the level of essence, and the actual results all matter to me. After trying the Petitfee Agave Cooling Hydrogel Eye Patch, I realized these are the best patches I’ve used so far.
Have you heard of Slovak cosmetics? If not, now you have — and not just any cosmetics, but natural ones. I decided to try two shampoos from Carpathia: one designed to reduce hair loss, and another aimed at promoting growth and adding shine, formulated with linden, calendula, and sage.
I still remember the Max Factor Lipfinity Lip Colour from my friend’s wedding back in 2014. She wore it on her big day and was absolutely thrilled. I, however, only tried it at the beginning of 2024 — and now I completely understand her excitement. Let me tell you why.
Spicules started trending everywhere on social media closer to fall 2024 — and like many, I got intrigued. After reading countless posts and reviews, I decided to try them myself. Since I’ve always had quite visible Venus rings on my neck, by age 34 I thought it was time to take action. That’s how I discovered Medipeel Peptide Naite 1000 Shot Neck Stick.
Catrice has once again updated its ассортимент — this time with a spring release. Many cool products appeared, but what interested me most were the eyeshadows and this brow gel in a small pot.
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