Wednesday, September 3, 2014

[Review] The Face Shop Volcanic Clay Black Head Charcoal Nose Strip

First of all, I want to warn you guys about the images you are about to see (my nose haha). But, I have say, this product is amazing!
I bought the box set where there are seven pieces. I don't recall how much a box of these cost but I know they're less than $10. Personally, I think the price is very reasonable especially because of how well this pore strip works.

The pictures above show me using the nose strip and the end results. The blackhead on my nose were pulled out very well. This is actually one of the best pore strips I have ever used. It gets rid of a lot of blackheads and whiteheads.
What I liked most about how well this pore strip works is the color of the strip. The pore strip is black which means whiteheads and blackheads are super visible. You can tell exactly how much blackheads and whiteheads are removed from the nose strip. The tiny white dots in the pictures above are the whiteheads and blackheads that are removed from my nose.

Pros: removes blackheads and whiteheads very well, you can see the results
Cons: removal is kind of painful, not super good for sensitive skin


Good luck my pretties and see you soon!

- Jessica

How to: Create Ulzzang Lips

Hello Cuties~! How was your labor day weekend? I am here to do our first makeup tutorial. I have decided on something easy to do so everyone could give it a shot.~
Have you ever searched online and see some pictures of Korean girls or guys who looked like this?
Picture taken from: http://images6.fanpop.com/image/photos/33800000/Ulzzang-guys-ulzzang-world-33888419-400-579.jpg
Picture taken from: http://www.nautiljon.com/images/hotlink/people/00/25/pony_ulzzang_21152.jpg
They are called an 얼짱 which in Korean means "best face" or "good looking". Most of them look like dolls and really good looking people. However, they all have unique makeup techniques and styles. Today we will focus on the ulzzang lips. It is also known as a "gradient" lip since it is usually darker in the middle and fades as it blends towards the outside of the lips almost like a baby's lip or a porcelain doll lips. 



Here is the finished results, but lets get started with the materials you will need:

1. Nature Republic: Botanical Gradient Tint- Orchid Plum
2. Nature Republic: Water Tint #2 Pink
3. Nature Republic: By Flower Lip Essence
(you don't necessarily have to use the same products, you could also use something similar)


1. My naked lips
2. Put the Gradient tint on your inner part of the lips
3. Add the water tint on top of gradient tint
4. Add the lip essence for some shine!
(I personally wanted to use the essence because I have dry lips so it will help give moisture through out the day)


Phoenix \m/ Dance Update:

Have you heard of Got7's Girls Girls Girls? this song is very interesting and fun to watch. 
Phoenix's members 2JC and Joey decided to cover this song, please support and enjoy! ~ <3




Sistar's- Loving U
Members Ritsu, Karina, Aria, and Jenny having a blast to Sistar's Loving U during this hot Summer.

Thanks for reading Cuties~ Hope you have a nice day <3
-Stephanie


Monday, September 1, 2014

Your Skin and You: Cotton Mask Sheets vs. Gel Mask Sheets

Cotton vs. Gel, which one do you prefer?

Before we start, always remember to follow the time limit on the backside of the mask sheets. Never leave it on for longer than the stated time. Also the mask sheets work better at room temperature. Now let's get started!

Cotton Mask Sheets

Cotton mask sheets are mask sheets made out of fabric and are usually a one piece sheet. The cotton fabric may vary - some cotton fabric may be thicker while others may be thinner. For the most part, cotton masks are sold in single pieces at Korean skin care stores. Usually cotton mask sheets will cost less compared to Gel mask sheets.
Zoomed in version of the Cotton Mask Sheet

Gel Mask Sheets

Gel mask sheets are made out of a gel-like material. Most the gel masks are clear. They usually cost a bit more in price compared to cotton masks as they help the skin absorb more of the serum. Gel masks are usually sold in a two piece format. One for the top portion of the face and one for the bottom portion of the face. That way more people can customize the mask sheets by their face shape.
Zoom in Version of the Gel Mask Sheet


Side Comments: For the most part, the difference between cotton mask sheets and gel mask sheets are not that big. Everything comes down to preference. Some people will like the cotton masks better and some people will like the gel mask better. What matters is what you like! 
Hope you like this! And as always good luck my pretties!
- Jessica