Himalaya Gentle Refreshing Toner (200ml)

Himalaya
Gentle Refreshing Toner (200ml)
Alcohol-free
Price: $9.80 (Swanston)

Post-review update


My initial impression of this product wasn't very pleasant. The "plastic" scent makes me wonder if this product has expired and if it is safe to use.

As my friend told me that the smell is normal, I continue to use it.. After I got use to the scent, I feel that this toner is actually ok. However it is nothing more than a normal toner.

I don't think I will repurchase this product again as there is nothing amazing, but costs more than toners like Nivea (at Swanston).

However, I will recommend this toner to those who have sensitive skin as it is alcohol-fee and it is not too strong.

Initial review


Pros: Transparent bottle
Cons: Scent, doesn't work as a toner

This was recommended by a friend of mine. She has been using this toner for years, and I was told that it is able to remove impurities really well.

This toner has a plastic smell. Well.. I would't mind the smell if the toner works for me.

Instead of removing impurities, which is the purpose of a toner, it makes my face shines and feels oily immediately after using it.. as though I haven't wash my face. I have used it about 5 times, and have never used it again..

The only thing good about this product is its transparent bottle.. Allows us to see how much content is left in the bottle.

This product is definitely not worth buying to me.

Biore UV Perfect Milk (40ml)

Biore
UV Perfect Milk (40ml)
SPF 50+
Price:$13.50

Pros: controls oil, texture, spreads easily, affordable, good packaging, waterproof

Cons: None

I have been using this product for more than 1 year. Though the bottle looks small, it is able to last for about 6 months for me, with

daily usage. There are several choices for this product (eg. moisture milk for dry skin).

The content is a watery lotion, spreads easily, and gives a matte finish. Unlike other sunblocks that leaves a shiny film on our face,

this product is not only non greasy, it also helps to control the shine.

I love the design of the bottle as it is slim and small (convenient for traveling). Though it doesn't have any fanciful design, the content is definitely worth buying.

SilkyGirl Long-Wearing Eyeliner

SilkyGirl
Long-Wearing Eyeliner (Black Brown)

 

Pros: Inexpensive, don't require sharpening (convenient), natural, goes onto skin smoothly, pigmented
Cons: None

This is a crayon eyeliner. It goes onto skin easily, and as its name suggests.. It does last for hours without smudging (unlike L.A. Girls eyeliner).

Sharpening is not required as we can turn it out, instead of having to sharpen. It is pigmented and gives a natural and soft line.

This product is worth buying as it is convenient and does a great job.

SilkyGirl Double Intense Gel Eyeliner

SilkyGirl
Double Intense Eyeliner (002 Dark Brown)
Price: $14.90
                                                                                   

Pros: Inexpensive, long wearing, does not smudge easily, packaging, pigmented
Cons: None

Although this is my first gel eyeliner, I think this is a really great product. This product is wisely designed for convenience of its user - the cover for the bottle is also the cover for the brush... (this product consists of 3 parts)... Unlike other gel eyeliners where the brush and bottle are kept separately.

The last picture was taken after 12 hours of wearing.. it did not smudge or fade at all!!! I expected it to fade a bit.. due to its low price.  When using the samples at Watsons, I thought that it will be impossible to draw a fine line with the brush. However, after using it, I realized that it is not difficult at all.. I love the brush as it is able to give a defined and softer line, as compared to liquid eyeliners. The content is easily picked up by the brush and goes on to skin easily.

Dark brown gives a more natural look. However, for more wild and noticeable makeup, black will be more apt.

I will definitely repurchase this product again as it is a cheaper alternative, yet impressive.  I'd like to try pure black when this bottle finishes. =)