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acne / Asian Beauty / K-Beauty / skincare

Rovectin Cica Care Line Review

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Rovectin seems to be the new kid on the block in the K-beautysphere. As I’ve mentioned in a previous post, this Korean beauty brand was originally created for cancer patients who experience irritating, skin-drying and barrier deteriorating side-effects from the treatments. Knowing this, Rovectin primarily focuses on providing skincare products to those with the most sensitive skin types – effective, gentle formulations to promote skin health.

a collage of michelle's face. Left to right: no makeup, just primer, with makeup.

Makeup / skincare

Minimal Makeup Routine – NO Foundation and NO Concealer!

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I have to say, I’m pretty proud of this updated minimal makeup routine. Compared to last year’s video, I cut my products down significantly and it takes me no more than 5 minutes to complete! I also find it a testament to how much more confident I feel about my skin (and face in general). It’s by no means perfect, but I have come to the point where I accept it for what it is without feeling the need to cover and change so much of it. I also like this super simple makeup routine during the colder months, where I feel like I need to reapply moisturizer (as well as SPF).

skincare / Sun Care

Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF50

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Well-known or their Vitamin CE Ferulic Acid serum, Skinceuticals is an American cosmeceutical brand that can be found in many a dermatology or medispa clinic. I decided to pick up their Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF50 at my dermatologist’s clinic. I’ve heard this being a great mineral sunscreen for all skin tones, so I had…

Asian Beauty / K-Beauty / skincare

Jumiso Super Soothing Cica & Aloe Facial Serum Review

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Fall is here, the air is around 5 degree Celsius, and I’m using the highest strength of Tretinoin – my face be feeling slightly sensitive! The timing seems fortunate, for I was sent Jumiso’s new Super Soothing Cica & Aloe Facial Serum to try out. I have been using this serum 2x a day for past couple of weeks and I am ready to share my thoughts!

Asian Beauty / K-Beauty / skincare / Sun Care

Rovectin Skin Essentials Aqua Soothing UV Protector SPF50+ PA++++ – SUNSCREEN SUNDAY #14

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It was quite fortunate timing when I received this sunscreen for review; A couple of weeks prior, I watched a Korean Dermatologist feature Rovectin Skin Essentials Aqua Soothing UV Protector in his daily routine. I kept it on my wishlist since then, for it looked like a 100% mineral sunscreen that would be cosmetically elegant…

skincare

REVIEW: Avon Anew Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream & Illuminating Priming Moisturizer

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I seem to be on a Vitamin C kick, for I have another 2 products to review for you all! Avon Anew Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream* and Illuminating Priming Moisturizer*. I’ve been rotating these products in my beauty routines for a bit and am ready to share my experience! Products sent for review purposes.…

Asian Beauty / K-Beauty / skincare

By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum Review

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Another day, another vitamin C serum for review! Once I finished up a bottle of By Wishtrend’s Pure Vitamin C 15% with Ferulic Acid *, I cracked open their Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum * to compare! I’ve had the latter serum in my fridge for a few months while using the former serum,…

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My Summer 2020 Nighttime Skincare Routine

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Following my 2020 Morning Skincare Routine (Summer Edition), here is a breakdown of my nighttime skincare routine for the warmer months featuring Retin-A Micro and Dapsone. Skin type: Acne prone, normal to dry. Becomes easily sensitized from drying products or environment. Skincare Focus: Acne control, hydration, barrier protection. What my skincare addresses: Acne prevention and…

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My Summer 2020 Morning Skincare Routine

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If you live in Ontario, we really have 2 seasons – Summer and Winter lol. I decided this year I will share my skincare routines by season – I usually mention here or there the slight changes I do in my routine based on the warmer or colder months, but I thought it would be…

Asian Beauty / K-Beauty / skincare

REVIEW: Rovectin Clean LHA Blemish Ampoule

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Rovectin peaked my interest when I first saw Eunice from Wishtrend talk about their products on her personal Youtube channel. This Korean beauty brand was originally created for cancer patients. Those who experience irritating, skin-drying and barrier deteriorating side-effects from the treatments. Knowing this, Rovectin primarily focuses on providing skincare products to those with the…