Last time I shared my favorite face sunscreen, Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence, and thought to also share my favorite body sunscreen from the same brand--the Bioré UV Perfect Milk and Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel. 


I usually don't give much care to my other body parts that are exposed to sun (which is my arms and shoulders) and neglected to use sunscreen in those areas. It was only recently that I learned and realized that you really need to use sunscreen in exposed areas to prevent skin damage and premature aging caused by UV rays. So now I always carry one in my bag despite the bulk. 

We're going to compare which of the two sunscreen, Bioré UV Perfect Milk and Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel, will fit your preference and budget. As for me, I love them both.

Bioré UV Perfect Milk
 
 Claims:

•  Protects your skin from the harsh and harmful UVA and UVB rays with with this ultra light and long lasting SPF50/PA++++ UV Block.
• Ultra light texture
• Water-proof formula  

Ingredients:

 Price: PhP 395 (approx. US$8)

Made in: Japan 


Bioré UV Perfect Milk has the same white color and texture as the traditional sunscreen that we grew up with. It also has that (maybe) mixing stuff inside the bottle, also something that I encountered with other face sunscreens that I used before.  

What I really like about Bioré UV Perfect Milk is that it's not sticky and doesn't feel heavy even during very hot and humid weather conditions. Really perfect when strolling outdoors casually especially on the beach. You just have to put a generous amount so you can apply the product evenly.

 
What I don't like about this sunscreen is that it leaves an obvious greyish-white cast on your skin just like the old traditional sunscreen. It also leaves a greasy feeling but goes away when the product sets in your skin. Maybe this can be used in face if your skin is more on normal to dry, and the white cast can be covered by foundation. Just avoid flash photography though.


Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel


 Claims:

• Maximum level of sun protection yet so light, it feels like nothing on the skin.
• Hydrates and softens
• Light and refreshing like water.
• Gentle and allergy tested.
  

Ingredients:



Price: PhP 485 (approx. US$9.50)

Made in: Japan


Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel is actually really close to Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence when it comes to texture, application, and even the fruity scent. It has a yellowish cream that turns into watery texture when applied, which leaves no greyish white cast, and actually absorbs really fast. It's moisturizing but not sticky and works really well in hot and humid weather. It's actually a better choice for everyday sunscreen.You only need a 2 pea-sized amount and it can cover a 1 side of your arm and shoulder.


The reason why the Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel didn't make it as my choice for my face sunscreen is because it's a little oilier than the Watery Essence. I tried this in my nape and neck area and it gave me a few bumps, but no bad reactions in my arms and shoulder area.

But if you don't have a sensitive and oily skin, you can use this for your face and definitely save a lot of money. No need for two separate sunscreen! *uggghhh I envy you guys, seriously*

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Both the Bioré UV Perfect Milk and Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel are really great and affordable sunscreen, and choosing between the two is just a matter of budget and preference (and maybe ingredients if you have allergies). 

What are your other recommendation for sunscreen? ♥ ♥ ♥

Living in a country where it's always sunny, sunblock is really an essential part of my skin routine. With all the information on the internet, we all know that 80% of the sun's UV rays can pass through in the clouds. Meaning even when it is a cloudy day or a rainy day UV rays can still harm our skin and can cause premature aging and sun spots. ~eeepp!! That's why if there's one skin care that I'm willing to invest at sunblock is always one of it.

Though when I was younger I was not a fan of sunblock especially for the face. The ones that is available in our country then are usually from the west and are pretty expensive. And whenever I find a cheaper one, it usually breaks me out or makes my face oily with the horrible greyish white cast. With time and research, I'm really thankful that there are now a lot of new facial sunblock which not only protects us from the UV rays but also works for our skin woes. I've tried several facial sunblocks--mostly are Japanese made--and found my favorite: Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence.



Claims:
"Maximum level of sun protection yet so light, it feels like nothing on the skin"

Ingredients:

Price: PhP 420 (approx. US $8)

Made in: Japan


I have to agree with its claim with how fresh this sunblock is in the skin. Really works in this crazy humid tropical weather and doesn't give you a break out.


Compare to regular sunblock, Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence has a cream moisturizer type texture but melts like a watery gel cream when applied. It does have a little sticky feeling after a few seconds of application so you  need to give it a minute to dry before applying your primer or foundation.

Since Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence has a moisturizer type texture, it doesn't leave or have a greyish white cast that most sunblocks do. So you can actually wear this even when you're having a pictorial.


It's hard to see in the oil test, but Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence left a watery residue in the oil sheet and probably a very (very!) little oil too. So if you have an oily skin like me, this won't add to your oil woes. You can wear the Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence under your primer/foundation/concealer or translucent powder and it will just stay there.

If there's a thing that I don't like about Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is that it leaves a thin film-like residue in your skin. There is a little weight in your face but not as bad as the heavy night cream feeling.


It's a Cosme awardee too! It's no wonder why a lot of beauty junkies with oily skin love this--aside from being so affordable. I'm using this sunscreen for more than a year now and my favorite so far.

What's your favorite facial sunscreen? ♥

Hello everyone! Time flies really fast that June is almost over. Hope everyone is still doing great despite whatever crazy schedule or things that we are all up to. And before this month ends, let me review this wonderful hair treatment:Hello Everybody Berry Vinegar Water Treatment.

 Claim:

• pH 3.2 Acid Balance citron vinegar adjusts the balance of the scalp and skin that has been alkalized by hair styling, dyeing, and perming to slightly acidic and helps keep the hair and scalp healthy.
• 10 berry extracts that have an excellent anti-oxidative effect remove active oxygen and keep hair healthy and glossy.

Ingredients:



Content: 250ml

Country of Origin: South Korea

Price: PhP 220 (approx. US$4.50) 


It may sound (or smell) awfully when you think of using Vinegar in your hair. I read somewhere that using vinegar on your hair helps to detox hair from harsh chemicals (hair dyes, rebonding, relaxing, bleaching, etc), but I guess nobody likes the smell of vinegar especially in the hair. But Hello Everybody Berry Vinegar Water Treatment smells so good that you want to smell your hair every time you touch it. It has a sweet vanilla-berry scent that is not overpowering. Though I have a short hair, I can still smell the berry scent everytime I shake my hair even after exposed to heat and sweat.

 Hello Everybody Berry Vinegar Water Treatment is also easy to use. After shampoo just pour the treatment at the ends of your hair working up to the scalp. If you have an oily scalp like me, you can pour it near your scalp area then massage your scalp for 1-2 minutes then rinse.

I actually used this in replacement for conditioner for 7 days and this is the result:


 Day 1: I took a photo of my hair before taking a bath. As you can see I have a very oily scalp and also have itchy scalp and dandruff problems. On my first day of using it, aside from my hair smells really nice, I noticed that my hair has a volume and it's manageable.

 Day 3: My hair was a little sticky and stiff (not sure if it is because of the weather) and hard. I don't usually comb my hair mid-day but I had to several times. 

Day 5: I noticed that my already fading brownish-red color became a little bright and my hair is shinier. There's also less itch and dandruff.

(no photos anymore. :( sorry, I forgot to take it.)
Day 7: During day 6 my hair was a little stiff again but it became smooth again on day 7. I noticed more volume and less itch and dandruff too.

The week after I tried Hello Everybody Berry Vinegar Water Treatment, I noticed that my scalp is not itching anymore and my dandruff problem is dramatically almost gone--well still there but I can wear black shirt again! Another plus is that I didn't get pimples in the areas of my face where my hair usually at.
♥♥♥

Have you tried a vinegar hair treatment before? 

We all wanted to have beautiful skin. And if you're not blessed with a translucent and clear skin the best that you can do is to search for products that will at least take you a step closer to that dream skin. I bet most of you have already heard and know of this cult favorite Korean skincare product, and a lot of beauty junkies have already reviewed this. If you're acne prone like me, I bet you've already heard of CosRx One Step Pimple Clear Pad.

Claims:
"One step Pimple Clear Pad is designed to wipe away excess dirt, oil, and purify clogged pores with exfoliating pre-moistened pads".

Ingredients:

Content: 70 pads

Country of Origin: South Korea

Price: PhP 665 in Watsons (approx. US$ 13), PhP 900-1,000 in online stores (approx. US$ 18-20)

Make sure to not fully peel/remove the protective foil. It will keep the pads from drying.
I was really skeptical at first because I'm a believer of traditional toner. But when I saw it at Watsons (and way cheaper compare to online stores), I decided to give it a try and I never looked back or regret this purchase. And I'm currently on my second tub and I have a reserve because this is always sold out (both online and in Watsons). 

If you actually read my previous posts regarding my dilemma with dry patches in my face, I'm happy to say that it was over. Ever since I added this to my (night) routine, I noticed that I'm getting less dry patches and my make-up really looked better than before. I noticed that my skin is getting better after more than a month of using CosRx One Step Pimple Clear Pad. 

I still get acne and my skin still go crazy weeks before my period, but unlike before where pimples pop everywhere in my face and my skin gets really patchy and oily, now I get pimples most of the time in jaw, neck, and forehead and less in face area and no patchy skin everywhere. I think CosRx One Step Pimple Clear Pad's exfoliation really works in removing dry patches and helps well in the absorption of skin care products (and make them really work!).


Look at all those grime! *eewww* It really wipes away oil and dirt.

The formulation is a little thicker than a regular toner and takes a bit of time to absorb but it will not leave any sticky feeling or residues. I usually wait a minute to dry before applying my serum. 

If you have acne and patchy skin, and you're not allergic to any of the listed ingredients, I suggest that you give CosRx One Step Pimple Clear Pad a try. I'm now a total believer and this is a staple!

PS: since this is a BHA product, make sure to use sunscreen! ♥♥♥