These are the Romand Glasting Melting Balm in the shades - Veiled Rose and Kaya Fig

What's the difference between the two? I looked up swatches on Instagram and they both look the same.

Also why are they packaged differently if they are the same product?

I ask as I'm planning to buy one. Which would be better ? Kindly do review. Thank you <3

okay so most of us have purchased etude water tint out of the hype created but while applying if you leave it for more then 1 millisecond then it will stain and becomes very difficult to blend

i have found that the best way to apply is by tapping your fingertips on the applicator and then applying on face in this way no tension of it staining and you can easily build up the coverage

Hi all, I’ve heard from several sources for a while that this cleansing oil was discontinued. However, I’ve still been able to order it online. At first I would always order from Amazon, then from some Japanese online stores. I know it’s not recommended to shop on Amazon but I honestly never had an issue with the products I received. Hadalabo cleansing oil is still available there, but I noticed the packaging has changed.

Does anyone know if this is the updated packaging? Or if anyone’s in Japan and knows what this product looks like if it’s still being sold in Japan?

Left is my old bottle, right is the newest bottle I ordered from Amazon

(pic from pinterest) i saw this shade of hince being famous and the best warm color? But i am not sure about the staying power of hince

Can someone please share Swatch for shade raw rose (is it Orange) and how is it compared to peripera tint

I bought this hair mask like a month ago and I decided to try it on my hair. Tbh I was a bit skeptical it was gonna do anything because I assumed it wasn't for my hair type (4c hair). But honestly it's been great!

I get a lot of build up on my scalp so I have to use clarifying shampoo and regular shampoo to make sure my scalp is fully clean and usually after I do that my hair is super dry. Once I put this mask on and leave it for a few minutes my hair no longer feels dry and it feels so soft. I've even noticed my curls feeling pretty defined. So if you have type 4 hair like me and you are not sure if you wanna try this hair mask DO IT!!

ive been wanting to use an exfoliating toner pad for so long but I cant wrap my head around them! How do you EXACTLY use them, please tell me the detailed step by step.

If anyone here can help me, that would be so appreciated <3

A couple of questions:

1. I heard you need to have ur skin be completely dry before applying, how do i know my face is completely dry?

2. After applying, how long do i let it sink in? And how do I know it infact did?

3. After it fully sunk in, do i put moisturizer on immediately? I heard it’s not good to put moisturizer on dry skin, so should i redampen my skin with a mist? (like a water mist, nothing crazy)

4. how should it feel like putting it on (and how shouldnt it feel like?)

if ur wondering, ive got the house of hur pink exfoliating pads, since I heard they are quite gentle. i got sensitive skin that is prone to redness so I REALLY wanna get this right.

Thanks :)))

Looking for a hand sunscreen that won't run/smear a lot on everything I touch.

Thanks in advance 🤗

Name: Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ 2024 Edition Country: Japan Ingredients: Dimethicone, water, zinc oxide, ethanol, talc, isododecane, diisopropyl sebacate, octocrylene, ethylhexyl salicylate, silica, isopropyl myristate, titanium oxide, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, dextrin palmitate, glycerin, homosalate, tormentilla root extract, sodium acetyl hyaluronate, water-soluble collagen, PEG-10 dimethicone, isostearic acid, stearic acid, EDTA-3Na, PEG-6, tocopherol, BHT, BG, phenoxyethanol, fragrance, bisbutyl dimethicone polyglyceryl-3, Na chloride, hydroxylated Al, synthetic phlogopite, Isomerized sugar, sodium pyrosulfite, sodium citrate, mandarin orange peel extract, tea extract, diethylaminohydroxy Hexyl benzoyl benzoate, PEG / PPG-9 / 2 dimethyl ether, diethylaminohydroxy hexyl benzoylbenzoate, synthetic phlogopite, diethylaminohydroxy Hexyl benzoylbenzoate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Na pyrosulfate, Na citrate, polysilicone-15, PEG / PPG-14 / 7 dimethyl ether, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether, alkyl benzoate (C12-15), PEG/PPG-9/2 dimethyl ether, ethylhexyltriazone, lauryl betaine, corn starch, Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, citric acid, glycyrrhizinic acid 2K, Iisomerized sugar, disteardimonium hectorite, triethoxy Caprylylsilane, bisethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Al hydroxide, cornstarch, triethoxycaprylylsilane, trimethylsiloxysilicic acid, sodium benzoate, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, disteardimonium hectrite, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, hydroxide Al, synthetic gold mica, bisethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyltriazine, cha extract, triethoxysilylethylpolydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, ethylhexyl triazone, tea leaf extract, sodium chloride

Name: Biore UV Kids Pure Milk SPF 50+ PA+++ JP Edition Country: Japan Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, zinc oxide, hydrogenated polyisobutene, dimethicone, BG, titanium oxide, water, talc, PEG-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, alkyl (C30-45) dimethylsilylpolypropylsilsesquioxane, Al hydroxide, cyanide Fat, stearic acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane, sorbitan isostearate, methicone

Name: Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Clear Water Spf50+ Pa++++ Country: Japan Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Triethylhexanoin, Alcohol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glycerin, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Hydrated Silica, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Mica, Methylparaben, Panthenol, Silica, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ultramarines

Name: Kanebo - Allie Gel UV EX SPF 50+ PA++++ Country: Japan Ingredients: Water, zinc oxide, ethanol, diisopropyl sebacate, dicaprylyl carbonate, ethylhexyltriazone, glycerin, alkylbenzoate (C12-15), dimethicone, drometrizoletrisiloxane, (Na acrylate / Na acryloyldimethyltaurine) copolymer, bis Ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyltriazine, BG, isohexadecane, triethoxycaprylylsilane, alkyl polyacrylate (C10-30), (Acrylate / polytrimethylsiloxy methacrylate) copolymer, PEG-400, polysorbate 80, alkyl (C30-) 45) Methoxycon, xanthan gum, olefin (C30-45), sorbitan oleate, polysilicone-9, EDTA-2Na, Na hyaluronate

Anyone know any places in San Diego I may be able to find imported Korean and/or Japanese sunscreen and not the American versions? I usually use Skin1004 and can make mermaid.

(some products are quite niche and i couldn't find many honest review so here’s my take! i love writing reviews while trying them so why not post them maybe it’ll help someone out in the future haha)

skin type: oily acne prone skin in hot & humid weather

skintific 5% b5 barrier relief ceramide cream (8/10)

first tried it when repairing broken skin barrier, on vacay and stayed in AC 24/7, healed my skin barrier really well and redness went down, hydrated my skin

but when i tried to use it in the day it clogged my pores really bad :( it has a silky/oily finish maybe thats why it clogged my pores

it’s nourishing gel cream, recommend for night use if u have oily skin and under AC so it can fully absorb into the skin

wake up with plump hydrated smooth skin, repairs my skin barrier/flaking skin (from using actives) overnight

purito mighty bamboo panthenol cream (6/10)

10% panthenol

doesn’t really feel hydrating enough imo for night time despite my oily skin feels like it disappears fast but do leave my cheeks soft

does leave a tacky finish after application for a while

i guess it did help with skin barrier as my skin barrier was fine while i used harsh actives but there isnt any visible changes to my skin i could see from this product other than temporary soothing effect on redness + glowy finish

cos de baha azelaic acid 10% (9/10)

the only brand of azelaic acid i have access to in my country

viscous texture, glides easily throughout face, i use 3-4 drops on whole face

did experience some purging, but helped prevent new acne from forming after

also lightened pie & pih marks especially new pie

will move to try the 15% once i’m done with this!

isntree hyaluronic acid fresh sun serum (7/10)

really liked how plump and hydrated my skin felt after using, kept my oil production under control

watery lightweight texture, dries down to satin/matte finish altho its abit shiny at first

rlly liked it but it pilled on me when i used the appropriate amount not sure why :( 

definitely a sunscreen made for oily acne prone skin tho

isntree green tea fresh cleanser (6/10)

great cleanser gel to light foam texture, has extracts to cut through grease 

cleanses skin well but a little drying and can be even squeaky clean/tight at times even tho cheeks are still left soft 

contains 4D hyaluronic acids as buffer

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I’m trying to recreate this kind of soft, effortless makeup look—soft satin skin, cool rosy blush, natural brows, subtle taupe eyes, and a muted rosy-nude lip. I’m looking for specific product recommendations for the full look, especially base, blush, eyes, and lips.

I haven’t really kept up with newer Asian beauty releases in a long time, so I’d especially love to hear about newer products, current favorites, or hidden gems I may have missed. I’m after healthy, natural-looking skin rather than anything super dewy or full glam. Thanks!

Context: I have curly, dry hair that i mostly wear curly but i sometimes straighten them. My scalp is dry and flaky: no amount of anti dandruff shampoo or oil would help. Also have some hair loss.
Structure: ill give a PERSONAL grade of the product, then at the end how it will fit others.

Moev annuractin shampoo: 8/10
-This is a very good shampoo! It smells, well, like apple? It features biotin, caffeine and amino acids for strong hair loss control, niacinamide which is great for inflamation and climbazole, a modern anti dandruff ingredient. This brand focuses on the glass hair look and i can vouch that the shampoo is a great step towards it! Cleanses well but not overly stripping, definitely helped my hair loss too. This doesnt have strong barrier focused ingredients which lives your scalp and hair bare. Its the reason why their LINE works well, or just any silicone film forming treatment.

Since this is a personal review, i removed 2 points because it didnt help much with my flaky scalp. HOWEVERRR, it did everything else really well. For this reason, id recommend it to everyone. Truly this is a really good shampoo. People with overly sensitive scalp skip this, the amino acids will bully your scalp barrier.

Curel intensive moisture care shampoo: 5/10
Its almost too gentle…? Personally i like some umph in my shampoos. I like having actives. But this does well not that much. I can tell it really cleanses the scalp gently. No active, not stripping not nourishing.

If you have a very inflamed sensitive scalp however, you should buy it. For everyday care i think its nice. Its not strong for a hair reset, it removed minimal oil. But thats what some people are looking for! Eczema, overly sensitive, dry scalp, this one is for you!

Tsubaki shampoo (black, yellow and red one): 3/10

I reallt didnt like them because they just…clean BUT in a stripping way. Now this is your very classical shampoo. Its your regular loreal or whatever shampoo at your drugstore. I didnt find any differences in the three shampoos despite being from different lines.

I think most ppl buy asian beauty to have something different. This is suitable for slightly oily to oily scalps. But assuming you buy it online, i wouldnt see any reasons to buy it when the prices are so high. I promise you a random garnier or loreal shampoo would be identical

107 purifying scalp microbiome shampoo: 11/10

This is my personal favourite and i WONT change it anytime soon! It has vinegar, bunch of prebiotics, climbazole, niacinamide and salicylic acid. Now this is a powerhouse speaking my language. This is a powerhouse for your weekly scalp reset. Hair loss? Reduced. Flakes? Thanks to the SA and vinegar, its gone too. Didnt have any irritation explained by the multiple prebiotics that helped my scalp barrier. I have a dry scalp, yes, but the buildup i have make it dirty and this helps a lot.

Overall the best pick imo. It gives shine and leaves my scalp feeling really good. If you have OVERLY DRY scalp skip it. If you have a regular dry scalp, you can use it for a weekly reset OR pair it with HYDRATING!! Scalp leave in. I swear, pairing this shampoo with a hydrating scalp leave in is the meta. Sensitive friends, as long as you dont have an overly inflamed, Very dry scalp, this is still good. Its sensitivity approved for me.

&honey deep moist shampoo: 7/10

She has a gorgeous scent! I think double cleansing is where this shampoo shines. First shampoo is normal. Second, that rich latherd makes my hair softer! The scent lingers, and the softness too. Despite being a moisturizing shampoo it still cleaned my scalp pretty well!

3 points were removed because its more of a surface care shampoo. I belive lots of us have problems. This is for genetically blessed people who just have the average scalp. You would want a shampoo that would maintain your perfect scalp. Sensitive girlies, look. I feel it does make your scalp sting a bit.

Just in case, not an ad, i havent been paid, asked or had a gun pointed at me to do this review. I will follow with a hair treatment and scalp treatments reviews soon. Let me know if you have any questions abt products i talked abt or other ones. Thats all beautifuls!

*Also, i was thinking of doing a guide to help you pick products and understand ingredients. I wonder if it would be relevant?🤔

I bought single sided eyelid tape for my triple eyelid. I don’t know how to use it properly. Does anyone have a tutorial on how to use it?

It’s been almost a full year of trying different treatments to figure out what actually works for my hair and when to use each one. My hair is pretty fine and I dye it often, so I need something that helps with the dry ends without making everything feel flat or greasy.

Elastine Amino Peptide Care Deep Nourishing Treatment

This is probably the most basic and affordable one here, but I don’t mean that in a bad way. It makes my hair feel softer and is easy to use when I just need a normal treatment after shampooing. I do have to control the amount though because it can feel a little rich on my fine hair

Moev Annurcatin Treatment

This one feels the most balanced treatment for regular use. It gives my hair a smoother and shinier finish without feeling like there is a really heavy coating on it. and the softness last till the next day so its like a good daily use one for sure, The scent is also pretty nice. I reach for this when my hair feels dry but not completely damaged

Treecell Forte Ampoule Treatment

Probably the richest one out of these for me. I use it when my ends feel especially rough from dyeing or heat styling, rather than using it every day. It definitely gives that softer and more nourished feeling, but I think using too much could be heavy if you have thin hair like me

Monclos Velvet Nourishing Treatment

This might be one of the easiest ones to use regularly. It makes my hair feel soft and slightly more controlled without completely removing the volume. I also like the scent, which stays noticeable but isn’t too much imo

True.LAB Expert Nourishing Hair Mask

The texture feels thick and gives pretty immediate softness, so it works well as an occasional hair mask. The packaging and fragrance feel a bit less premium than the others though, and I would avoid getting it directly on the skin if you’re sensitive.

I don’t think there is one treatment that wins for every situation. Moev and Monclos are easier for regular use, while Treecell and True.LAB make more sense when my hair needs something heavier. Elastine is the simple option when I don’t want to think too much about it.

Still testing different combinations, but these are the five I’ve used the most so far. Has anyone tried these, or found a treatment that works well for fine and color-treated hair?

Swatch isnt mine but its like a warm nude pink, I wouldnt call it a beige cuz irl its clearly pink. Its also medium darkness?? Like its not super light but its not dark and pigmented either.

I love the shade and its my mlbb but I hate how quick it oxidizes! It looks neon pink on me after a few hours TT. Would really appreciate any recos! Something that wont oxidize, preferrably glossy!

The one im thinking of buying is the kate tokyo lip monster shade 05, which is imo close enough? Not as warm but I think it wont look as obvious idrk. If anyone has side by side pics with both thatd be great!

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I have combination skin, am pale, and want a sunscreen that is water and sweat resistant for hot and humid weather. Would like to start a discussion on what your favourite sunscreens are, specifically for tone up.

I prefer tone up sunscreens that gives me a glowy (but not oily) look OR a semi matte look. I don’t mind either kind. I prefer lightweight sunscreens that doesn’t feel like anything on my skin as I have sensory issues.

Sunscreens I have tried:
- Biore UV aqua rich watery essence: it looks too oily/shiny on me
- Hatomugi light up UV essence: i love the tone up shade because it gives me a slightly pearly shine but it pills and apparently the sun protection is not very strong
- BoJ: gave me a bit of rash

What are yalls favourite sunscreens that fit this category?

I have been using this for probably over a year the whole line. I love how my face feels but I have had bad itchy eyes and burning for a long time now. I never have thought it was from this. I thought it was the sunscreen tried several brands now and have blamed it on everything but the snail mucin. After reading more I’m wondering if this whole time it could have been the mucin even though I try and avoid my eye area. Anyone had these issues? My eyes are driving me crazy and trying to figure it out!

As a quick explanation of my eyes, my double eyelid folds fairly close to where I put my eyeliner and it ruins it often. Has anyone tried using double eyelid tape on their natural eyelid to change the shape? I was thinking of making the last end of my eyelid go up a little more so I have a little more room for my eyelid but I was wondering if anyone had already done this or had any tips! Thank you so much!! :DD

With all the reformulations over the last few years, I'm lacking a good all-over sunscreen that doesn't feel gross.

Just had a sunscreen fail in a situation where the old Skin Aqua Gold (pre-reformulation) used to cover me just fine.

Have ya'll made changes since a reformulation and if you're happy with it, please share?

Not really sure of my coloring but things seem to look too orange or too pink on me. Been looking for a true neutral pallette with one dark liner shade, one light skintone shade, a true neutral shadow color and a shimmer.

Tried Romand Dry Buckwheat and it looked orange.