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.
Not long ago, Sheglam products became available in drugstores across Europe. Now you can finally swatch everything in person instead of relying only on online reviews. When I spotted the stand in a nearby store, I tested quite a few products and ended up choosing the Crystal Jelly Glaze Stick in the shade Starlit Silver.
I’ve always had a soft spot for Korean cleansing foams — they’re usually super economical, create a rich lather, and cleanse the skin really well. After loving the blueberry line from Frudia, I decided to try something new and picked the Mango Mochi Cleansing Foam.
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I don’t use felt-tip eyeliners very often, but I still keep a few in my makeup bag. Unfortunately, not all of them turn out to be great. The Rimmel Wonder’Ink Eyeliner has several drawbacks that keep it from becoming one of my favorites.
Micellar shampoos have never been very common in my experience — I can only recall a couple of them. So when I was placing an order at Yves Rocher and needed a shampoo, the “micellar” label immediately caught my attention, and I decided to give it a try.
I use hair masks once a week — any more often and my fine, dry hair gets overconditioned too quickly. That’s why I always look for masks that can truly transform my hair, making it smooth, silky, and polished. Unfortunately, La'dor Eco Hydro LPP Treatment didn’t become that perfect match for me.
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I’m a big fan of Catrice — in my opinion, it’s one of the best brands in the mass market segment. Since I buy a lot of their products, I occasionally receive gifts with purchase. Recently, after buying several items, I received the Endless Pearls Beautifying Primer as a bonus. Even though it’s quite an old limited edition, I was still very happy to try it.
I don’t buy nail polishes that often anymore — I kind of lost interest in them, so now it really takes something special to catch my eye. But recently, a budget brand at a cosmetics store managed to do just that, and I ended up picking up a metallic shade with the beautiful name Frosted Sky.
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I’m already familiar with Charlotte Tilbury eyeshadow palettes, but I hadn’t tried their lip products before. When I spotted a great discount on a beauty box featuring Charlotte Tilbury Lip Lustre, I couldn’t resist.
Not all micellar waters are created equal. Even though you can sometimes find real gems in the budget segment, Balea Mizellen Reinigungs Wasser 3in1 Rose sadly wasn’t one of them for me — and I wouldn’t recommend it.
Once again, I fell for the hype and picked up a Japanese haircare duo from the Melty Moist Repair line by & Honey. The adorable honey-inspired bottles and promises of intense hair repair were just too tempting to resist.
Rabanne is mostly associated with fragrances — I’ve owned a few and had very positive experiences. Decorative cosmetics from the brand, however, were new to me. About a year and a half ago, I received a cream eyeshadow in shade 79 Cosmic Rave in an advent calendar.
Recently, Dove launched a new line of full-body deodorants, and honestly, this trend is everywhere now — brands are making products that are safe to use on any area of the body. The range includes sticks, roll-ons, sprays, and creams, and I was instantly drawn to the cream format. I picked the version with lavender and chamomile — and it turned out to be a great choice.
When a special occasion is approaching, finding the right dress can make all the difference. The perfect gown should not only look beautiful in photographs but also make you feel confident, elegant, and completely yourself. If you are searching for a wide selection of sophisticated styles, Mridiya.com is a destination worth exploring.
Finding the perfect dress for a special occasion can be exciting, but it can also be surprisingly difficult. You want something beautiful, flattering, memorable, and comfortable enough to enjoy the event without constantly worrying about your outfit. This is where Mridiya comes in.
MAC’s famous setting spray now comes in a new format: Fix+ Stay Over Alcohol-Free Long-Lasting Setting Spray. As the name suggests, it’s alcohol-free. I received mine in an Asos advent calendar, so I don’t use it daily, but when I do, it’s very effective.
Recently, Palmolive has become one of my favorite shower brands. Their products are affordable, smell amazing, and actually feel приятные на коже. I tried two gels from the brand, and both left a good impression — though with some nuances.
This year I finally tried a sunscreen in stick format for the first time. I know they were super popular last summer, but I only got around to it now — and I chose the Ma:nyo Hyaluron Hydrating Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++.
The brand Influence Beauty was previously familiar to me only from bloggers’ reviews, but I finally decided to try something myself and chose the Lash Singularity mascara with the promise of infinitely long lashes.
Back in my teenage years, I used to flip through glossy magazines and honestly even enjoyed the ads — that’s how I first discovered Herbal Essences. Their products always looked so appealing and ароматные, but I never actually got the chance to try them back then. So when I recently spotted the brand in stores again, I didn’t hesitate — I grabbed a few things to test, starting with the All-in-1 Rose Spray.
While the weather hasn’t turned fully cold yet, lip glosses are still very much in my rotation. Lately I’ve been wearing them more often, mainly because modern formulas are no longer sticky — and stickiness was exactly why I used to avoid glosses. Today I want to talk about a lovely option: Essence Juicy Bomb Lip Gloss in shade 04 Crazy Cherry.
The brand Balea has a really solid range of affordable body and face care, and I’ve been slowly testing their face masks — both sheet and rinse-off versions.
Physician’s Formula has a successful makeup line based on natural oils. I’ve owned the bronzer from this series for a long time, and now the Murumuru Butter Blush in the shade Vintage Rouge has joined it.
I finally tried the famous Heimish All Clean Balm, and I have to say — I’m impressed. My skin generally loves Korean skincare, so I had high expectations, and thankfully, this balm didn’t disappoint.
The Catrice 5 in a Box Mini Eyeshadow Palette 080 Diamond Lavender Look is super compact — it easily fits into any makeup bag, and with just 4 g of product, it’s clearly designed for convenience. The plastic packaging feels sturdy and even looks almost like glass, while the lid closes with a satisfying click. A nice touch: the formula is infused with rose oil, as stated on the front.
K-beauty is slowly taking over my entire home — and now it’s not just skincare, but body care too. My latest find is a hand cream with a white musk scent, and surprisingly, it became one of my favorites (even though I’m usually not a fan of this note in perfumes).
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When you have long hair, conditioners disappear fast, so I’m always testing new ones. This time I decided to go back to a brand I used to love — John Frieda — and picked the restoring conditioner John Frieda FRIZZ Ease Wunder-Reparatur Conditioner.
I can’t help but reach for this beauty — Makeup by Mario Eyeshadow Quad in Bronzey — every single day lately.
I really enjoy products from the Polish brand Tołpa — they combine minimalism with effective formulas. Today I want to talk about two creams that worked really well for me, even though they each have a small downside.
I received this mini Tarte palette — and immediately fell in love. It’s tiny, elegant, and perfectly enhances the green in my eyes.
The last time I used face masks from Yves Rocher was several years ago — I especially loved their once very popular hydrating mask. A lot has changed since then, and the brand has clearly evolved. This time, my attention was caught by the Bio Calendula Repairing Face Mask with a rich texture.
Like many people, I’ve always loved shower gels and fabric softeners from Tesori d'Oriente, but their range goes far beyond that — they also have bath products and even perfumes. When I discovered the fragrance Tesori d'Oriente Ikigai Eau de Cologne, I instantly fell in love. And at around €5 on a super sale, it was an easy purchase.
I rarely use black eye pencils, preferring brown ones, but black is a classic and definitely deserves a spot in any makeup bag. Since this beauty — Bobbi Brown 24 Hour Kajal Liner Waterproof — appeared in my collection, my hand reaches for it more and more often, especially for tightlining and defining the lower lash line.
I don’t really use styling products that often because I just don’t enjoy doing my hair, but sometimes I want curls or I simply need a more put-together look for an occasion. In those moments I reach for a few trusted products, and one of them is Taft Volume Mousse for fine hair.
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Multi-purpose products are a rare guest in my makeup bag. I prefer clear roles: blush is for cheeks, lipstick is strictly for lips. When one product tries to do everything at once, the final quality often suffers. Unfortunately, that’s exactly how my experience with the Zoeva Pout Perfect Lip & Cheek Pencil turned out.
Korean peel-off sleeping masks have become such a huge trend lately that I also couldn’t resist and eventually picked up the most talked-about one — Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask. It’s basically everywhere on social media right now, so I was genuinely curious to see if it lives up to all the hype.
I apply body care after every shower — my skin is quite dry and constantly needs nourishment or hydration. That’s why body lotions are a staple in my routine, and lately I’ve been especially drawn to fragrance-free formulas in larger sizes. One of my recent finds is the Mixa Ceramide Protect Body Lotion.
Lately, lip pencils have been at the peak of popularity — you can apply them all over the lips or use them just to define the contour. And the whole lip combo trend (lip liner + lipstick or gloss) has completely taken over. So I’m joining in and showing you my absolute favorite lip pencil at the moment — Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil in shade 600 Anywhere Caffeine, a truly universal shade.
I have the 7.5 ml mini, which fully replicates the design of the 50 ml full-size bottle. Since it’s an eau de parfum, the longevity is quite impressive.
Summer is over and the rainy season has arrived, but neither humidity nor sunshine will be a problem if you use one of Maybelline’s relatively recent launches — Maybelline Build-A-Brow. I chose the marker in shade 255 Soft Brown.
After turning 35, I started noticing that fine expression lines around my eyes were becoming more pronounced. That’s when I decided to take action and chose something more powerful — the Seoul 1988 Eye Cream Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean. After three months of use, I’m ready to share my results.
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I had heard a lot about the Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream from beauty bloggers who praised its unique blue color and supposedly rich, nourishing formula. Of course, I had to try it myself — but my experience turned out to be a bit different.
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I regularly buy brow mascaras hoping to find something close to Benefit, but so far my search hasn’t been very successful. Unfortunately, Essence Make Me Brow Eyebrow Gel Mascara in shade 05 turned out to be another disappointment.
So far, I haven’t found anything better for my feet than urea-based creams. This ingredient works wonders on dry heels, making them incredibly smooth and soft. Lately, I’ve been using the Eveline Foot Therapy 8 in 1 Foot Cream, and it’s been a great find. The tube contains 100 ml, which lasts a really long time.
Lately, I’ve been enjoying shaping my brows using two products instead of one. I usually start with a brow pencil and then lock everything in with a tinted brow mascara. This technique makes brows look fuller, more dimensional, and more natural. For the second step, I recently picked up Maybelline Express Brow Fast Sculpt Mascara in shade 04 Medium Brown.
Sometimes I get the urge to deeply cleanse my pores, especially on my nose. Usually, I rely on cleansing oils, but occasionally I buy pore strips. Unfortunately, the selection in stores is quite limited, so I picked up two budget options from Balea — the regular Hautrein Anti-Mitesser Nose Strips and the charcoal Aktivkohle Nose Strips.
