Have you ever tried a lip liner with hyaluronic acid? That was a first for me — and it turned out to be a very приятный опыт with the Kosas Hotliner Hyaluronic Acid Contouring Lip Liner. The brand itself was new to me, but definitely intriguing, especially since it’s made in the USA.
Lately I’ve been quite unlucky with mascaras — some are too weak, some barely visible, and others just flake off during the day. I had high hopes for the Pupa Vamp!Lash Extender Mascara that I received in an advent calendar, but unfortunately it didn’t fully work out for me.
K-beauty is all about lightness and transparency, which is why so many products feel almost weightless on the skin. The A'pieu The Pure Candy Water Cheek liquid blush is a perfect example — incredibly lightweight, yet capable of creating a fresh, natural flush.
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Before trying these little gems — ETUDE HOUSE Dear Darling Water Tints — my only experience with lip tints was with Benefit’s classics. That was ages ago, so it felt like the perfect time to rediscover the format. And honestly? These Korean beauties didn’t disappoint.
I absolutely love Korean skincare — in my case, it almost always works perfectly, so choosing new products feels easy and even exciting. Of course, there are countless brands to navigate, but I genuinely enjoy trying new launches. I was already familiar with SKIN1004 thanks to their serums, and since they impressed me so much, I decided to try another one — the Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum in its beautiful blue bottle.
There was a time when theBalm was considered a luxurious, must-have brand — I still remember squealing with joy the first time I tried their iconic Mary-Lou highlighter. Recently, I got to know another cult favorite — their matte liquid lipstick Meet Matt(e) Hughes in the shade Committed — and let’s just say, this time my excitement was a little more restrained.
Today there are so many hand creams on the market that it’s easy to get overwhelmed. I personally love trying new brands, and this time I discovered a London-based brand Yardley and their hand cream with a tea rose scent.
Korean lip tints have remained popular for years, and I’ve also come to appreciate their convenience. Today I want to talk about an interesting one — the UNLEASHIA Luv Hug Velvet Tint in shade 6.
Dry skin can be quite demanding: sometimes a cream feels too heavy, other times it’s just not moisturizing enough. So I’m constantly searching for that perfect balance. And surprisingly I grabbed it during a trip without much thought, and it ended up being a really pleasant surprise.
Before this, I only knew Korres for their facial skincare, but after seeing so many positive reviews about their body care, I decided to give it a try. That’s how this Pure Greek Olive Body Cream in the Olive Fig version ended up in my routine — and even the packaging alone already gives me those soft Provence vibes.
