ElishaCoy BB Cream Comparison (Time Capsule BB vs. Always Triple BB) Review

Hello everyone! It's been such a long time since I last posted a blog, so I decided to do a review of two products for you guys! So without further ado, here's a comparison between ElishaCoy's Time Capsule BB and Always Triple BB creams.

TIME CAPSULE BB

• Finish: smooth, matte
• For pale beige skin
• Has pink undertones
• Coverage: medium - heavy (a little bit of product goes a LONG way)
• Consistency: thick
• Benefits: anti-wrinkle, whitening, SPF 30, energizes skin cells, long lasting
• Would not recommend for dry skin, as the product may crease inside cracked skin
• Would not recommend for oily skin, as the product may cause the skin to produce more oil
• Good for normal skin

REVIEW: I would say that this is a high quality product. The one thing about this BB cream is that it only comes in one shade and is very pale, so this is a great BB cream for people with light, pale skin. Time Capsule BB applies very white at first, but after full oxidation (maybe 10 minutes) the BB cream adjusts its color according to your skin tone. Unfortunately, the darkest that this BB cream could adjust to was still way too light for my skin. If this came in a darker shade, I would have definitely used this for days that I want coverage leaning towards the heavier side! I'm not sure if I would use this BB cream for everyday wear, though, because the consistency is so thick I would be worried about overproducing oil or clogging up my pores.

ALWAYS TRIPLE BB

• Finish: matte
• For pale skin
• Has light pink undertones
• Coverage: medium (can layer for heavier coverage)
• Consistency: creamy
• Benefits: anti-wrinkle, whitening, SPF 30, chemical action free, evens out skin tone, protect & improve skin health & appearance, water/perspiration resistant
• Would not recommend for dry skin, as the product may crease inside cracked skin
• Good for most types of skin, esp. normal (even sensitive skin)

REVIEW: What really impressed me about this BB cream was that it had a VERY natural finish. The product absorbed right into my skin and ended up with a matte finish close to the feel of my skin without any product on it! I would go as far as to say that you may not even need to use a powder to set the BB cream after applying it to your face (but I still would just in case... wouldn't want makeup streaks on your clothing!). This BB cream only comes in one shade as well, and unfortunately for me, is even lighter than the Time Capsule BB cream. The Always Triple BB is for more pale/white-ish skin, whereas the Time Capsule BB is for pale/beige-ish skin. The Always Triple BB also does darken and adjust to your skin tone over time (about 10 minutes to fully oxidize), but it still keeps its pale color and remains too light for my skin.


I would say that I'd choose the Always Triple BB over the Time Capsule BB, mostly because I don't need heavy coverage and really like the matte finish Always Triple gives.

The great thing about both of these products is that ElishaCoy is an all natural, all organic brand, so there are no parabens, harsh chemicals, or preservatives in their products that may harm your skin. Love it!

Check out the Time Capsule BB here: http://bit.ly/1qoy448
And the Always Triple BB here: http://bit.ly/1AA6oQV

MOISTURE, MOISTURE, MOISTURE!!!

Hi everyone! Jocelyn here again- this time with a different type of review. In this post, I'm going to be giving a sort of quickfire review/summary of my favorite Naruko and ElishaCoy moisturizers.

If you're a fan of skincare, you know the lovely feeling of soft, supple, moisturized skin. If you're like me, you're always on the hunt for a better moisturizer than the one you have right now. But there are SO MANY moisturizers out there, with different textures, consistencies, and benefits- which one should I use?!

No worries, that's where I come in! I've chosen a few recommendations for moisturizers and have organized them by consistency for your convenience :)

LIGHT

ELISHACOY HONEY MOISTURE NOURISHING CREAM:

• Consistency: gel-like cream
• Non-sticky, absorbs right into the skin
• Contains natural manuka honey, royal jelly, propolis, argan oil, macadamia nut oil, & jojoba seed oil to add moisture & nourishment to the skin while preserving skin elasticity
• Extra benefits: keeps skin clear & bright
• All skin types (esp. dull, dry skin)
• Light honey scent
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic.

NARUKO RAW JOB'S TEARS SUPERCRITICAL CO2 PORE MINIMIZING & BRIGHTENING HYDRATING GEL

• Consistency: gel
• Melts into a watery liquid that absorbs easily into the skin
• Brightens the complexion, minimizes pores, & repairs skin while providing intensive hydration
• Extra benefits: anti-aging, brightening
• All skin types (esp. aging skin with an uneven complexion or visible pores)
• Light, clean scent
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic. 

 MEDIUM

ELISHACOY SKIN REPAIRING SNAIL CREAM

• Consistency: gel-like cream
• Absorbs easily into the skin, leaving skin soft & smooth
• Contains snail slime extract, peptides, hyaluronic acid, & aloe vera extract to boost skin resilience & flexibility, enhance skin density, prevent skin cell damage, strengthen the skin, & enhance the skin's moisture retention capacity
• Extra benefits: anti-aging, wrinkle care, skin cell regeneration
• All skin types (esp. dry, dull skin)
• Light, pleasant fragrance
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic.

 

NARUKO ROSE & BOTANIC HA AQUA CUBIC HYDRATING CREAM EX

• Consistency: gel-like cream
• Melts into a liquid that absorbs immediately into the skin, leaving the skin velvety soft
• Contains rose oil extract to restore moisture, deeply hydrate, enhance water retention, & add radiance to the skin, relieving the skin from dryness & dullness
• Extra benefits: deep hydration, skin cell repair to prevent aging
• All skin types (esp. dry or dehydrated, normal to combination/oily skin)
• Light rose fragrance
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic.

 THICK/HEAVY

ELISHACOY AQUA WHITENING PUDDING CREAM

• Consistency: cream
• Applies as a cream that melts into the skin to add moisture
• Contains vegetable collagen & ceramide to repair the skin, improve skin health, & provide rich moisture
• Extra benefits: whitening, deep hydration, skin cell repair
• All skin types (esp. dry, dull skin)
• Light, soothing scent
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic.

 

NARUKO TAIWAN MAGNOLIA BRIGHTENING & FIRMING REPAIR NIGHT CREAM EX

• Consistency: cream
• Applies as a cream that leaves skin deeply moisturized
• Brightens, repairs, & tightens the skin, maintaining its elasticity & firmness while adding moisture
• Extra benefits: firming, brightening
• All skin types (esp. skin that is sagging or losing elasticity)
• Light, clean, flowery scent
• 100% organic. No parabens, preservatives, or harsh chemicals. Hypoallergenic.

Lots of moisturizers to look at, yes. But if you have a preference for a certain type of moisturizer (be it gel, cream, or in between), one of these is the right one for you! All of these moisturizers add great moisture to the skin- the differences are just a matter of consistency/texture and extra benefits. The best thing about all these products? Both Naruko and ElishaCoy are 100% organic and cruelty free, so you can expect great skincare alongside supporting animal rights-conscious brands!

Check out ElishaCoy products here: http://www.mysune.com/ElishaCoy-s/1937.htm
And Naruko products here: http://www.mysune.com/Naruko-s/1883.htm

Naruko Oil Out/Tea Tree Line Review

Hi everyone, hope you're all enjoying the first week of July! Now that summer has officially begun (July is smack in the middle of school summer breaks), it's time to embrace the sun and heat! Don't forget to keep taking care of your skin, however; sunscreen will be your best friend this time of year. One of the most frequent skin conditions alongside sunburns is acne. With heat (and, in some places, humidity) comes higher sweat and oil production, which can lead to blocked pores and acne breakouts- OH NO!

Fear not, I have the perfect skincare solution for you: the Naruko Oil Out/Tea Tree line.

WHAT'S GREAT ABOUT THIS LINE: It aims to balance & control oil secretion, while also minimizing pores, targeting acne blemishes, preventing future breakouts, and treating hyper-pigmentation/acne scars. Naruko is also a 100% organic (hypoallergenic!) line, so it contains no parabens, harsh chemicals, or preservatives that may harm your skin, flare up allergies, or speed up aging.

TARGET SKIN TYPE: All skin types, especially combination/oily or acne-prone skin.

Doesn't it sound like the perfect summer skincare treatment already? So what are we waiting for- let's get right to the review! In this post, I will be reviewing the Tea Tree Shine Control & Blemish Clear Serum, Shine Control & Blemish Clear Gel-Cream, and Oil Out Night Gelly.


SHINE CONTROL & BLEMISH CLEAR SERUM

How I use it: Apply a generous layer all over face after cleansing.

First impression: This is the first serum I've tried from Naruko. It's very different from Western skincare serums, mostly because it's not runny or liquidy and has the consistency of a really light moisturizer. Soaks right into the skin and leaves it feeling lightly hydrated and smooth. Has a light, minty-fresh tea tree scent.

Benefits: Balances and controls oil secretion, prevents & lightens blemishes, and minimizes/tightens pores.


SHINE CONTROL & BLEMISH CLEAR GEL-CREAM

How I use it: After Shine Control & Blemish Clear Serum has been absorbed into the skin, apply generously over entire face.

First impression: The product name doesn't lie; the consistency of the product really is like a mix of a gel and a cream. When you rub it into your skin, the gel-cream kind of melts into a more liquid consistency. It's super hydrating- so much that my skin couldn't absorb the good amount that I applied to my face, so I had a layer of moisture sitting on top of my skin. It feels so soothing and refreshing on your skin, especially after a hot shower or face wash. Unlike any other moisturizer I've tried from Naruko (in a good way! I really do love it). Has a light, minty-fresh tea tree scent. Honestly, if I were to choose only one product from the entire Oil Out/Tea Tree line, it would be this.

Benefits: Hydrates the skin while balancing oil secretion to prevent blemishes. Regulates cell turnover and clears pores.


OIL OUT NIGHT GELLY

How I use it: Apply over entire face before going to sleep.

First impression: Much like other Naruko night gellies in terms of consistency (gel-like consistency, light moisture, melts and absorbs right into the skin). Feels like it creates a protective layer over the skin that locks in moisture overnight. Has a light, minty-fresh tea tree scent. I like it, but in my opinion, may not be essential for daily use. Would recommend for oily skin or skin that loses moisture easily (I have normal skin).

Benefits: Controls sebum and oil overproduction for clearer looking skin. Promotes skin healing properties and prevents future breakouts from occurring. Also keeps skin hydrated throughout the night.


OVERALL/ENTIRE LINE: All products from the Oil Out/Tea Tree line contain salicylic acid, an ingredient used to fight acne. Additionally, all Naruko products contain Phytoferulin, a complex that enhances the skin's natural defense system, prevents pigmentation and environmental stress on the skin, and provides antioxidant and whitening effects, renewing the skin from within. Every product from the Oil Out/Tea Tree line is formulated to work effectively alone as well as in conjunction with the other Oil Out/Tea Tree products. What's great is that even if you use the entire line, your skin won't dry out (which I've experienced with many Western acne skincare treatments).

I absolutely love Naruko's Oil Out/Tea Tree line. In my opinion, just using these three products I've just mentioned has worked better and more effectively than any Western acne treatment I've used in the past (including Proactiv, Dermalogica, Murad, and prescription acne medications). Prescription acne medications may have worked faster, but they dried out my skin, leaving behind rough patches that took weeks to get rid off. I believe the payoff is better with Naruko- I saw results within maybe 1.5 weeks and my skin never dried up! In the end, I would definitely recommend any product from this entire line from Naruko.

Check out Naruko's Oil Out/Tea Tree line here!: http://bit.ly/1qRT1Ww