To everyone who’s in lockdown, how are you coping? Mentally I’m feeling ok today despite this so called ‘blue Monday’ that comes around every January. So I…… Read more “[#Gifted] Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner”
Author: sapphireroses
Simply writing freely.
Mask Mondays: BETTERSKIN Premium Volcanic Ash 3D Sheet Mask
Welcome the first Mask Mondays of 2021. Today I have a different type of sheet mask from the usual to discuss. As you can see from the…… Read more “Mask Mondays: BETTERSKIN Premium Volcanic Ash 3D Sheet Mask”
Diary #18 – To make or not to make new year’s resolutions ๐
Well, this feels a little awkward. Around this time last year, didn’t I make it my new year’s resolution to be more consistent with diary entries? I…… Read more “Diary #18 – To make or not to make new year’s resolutions ๐”
[#Ad – paid] Base+ Personalised, Cruelty-free Skincare
The perk of personalised skincare is of course it’s tailored to target your skin concerns and skin type specifically. Base+ is a female owned premium personalised skincare…… Read more “[#Ad – paid] Base+ Personalised, Cruelty-free Skincare”
[#Gifted]๐ The Multi-Award Winning Facial Oil Which Rocked The K-Beauty Community in 2020 ๐
A sapphire blue facial oil composed of 100% vegetable oil pleasantly exceeded the expectations of many K-Beauty enthusiasts in 2020. Curated by a brand which primary meet…… Read more “[#Gifted]๐ The Multi-Award Winning Facial Oil Which Rocked The K-Beauty Community in 2020 ๐”
โจ๐๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฉ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ฏ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐๐โฃโจ โฃ
Some of you may be less enthusiastic about these blogging trends which circulate around the end of a year, but from memory I don’t think I’ve ever…… Read more “โจ๐๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฉ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ฏ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐๐โฃโจ โฃ”
Mask Mondays: VT Cosmetics Gold Honey-Benone Progloss Mask Review ๐ฏโจ
Recently I discovered these VT Propolis Gold-Benoneโข Progloss Sheet Masks โจ ๐ฏ Soaked in 28g of ampoule packed with Gold Honey-Benoneโข – a combination of Gold, Honey…… Read more “Mask Mondays: VT Cosmetics Gold Honey-Benone Progloss Mask Review ๐ฏโจ”
Mask Mondays: Dr. Althea Premium Squalane Silk Mask Review ๐
Winter calls for more frequent sheet masking – at least the change of season is my excuse for pampering with sheet masks. With this brings the opportunity…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Dr. Althea Premium Squalane Silk Mask Review ๐”
Mask Mondays: Be Plain Bamboo Healing Sheet Mask Review ๐ฟ (Clean Skincare)
With the weather becoming colder, I thought it would only be appropriate to talk about a skin soothing and moisturising sheet mask which all skin types can…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Be Plain Bamboo Healing Sheet Mask Review ๐ฟ (Clean Skincare)”
[#Gifted] 92% Real Cica!?
Today’s blog post is centred around one of the latest additions to the Some By Mi family – the Real Cica 92% Cool Calming Soothing Gel ๐…… Read more “[#Gifted] 92% Real Cica!?”
Autumn Skincare Empties ๐
I actually didn’t expect to be writing another empties post because, A: it’s time consuming and B: it’s time consuming. Now that Autumn is technically over, now…… Read more “Autumn Skincare Empties ๐”
Mask Mondays: Briskin Real Fit Second Skin Mask (Hydration version) ๐
The Briskin Real Fit Second Skin Mask (Hydration version) is Glam Touch’s best selling sheet mask. I regretted not picking one up to try from Oliveyoung in…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Briskin Real Fit Second Skin Mask (Hydration version) ๐”
Support Small Businesses This Christmas – A Gift Guide
Whether you are a Blogger or not, countless people have pieced together Christmas Gift Guides this year. It’s been a few years since I participated in this…… Read more “Support Small Businesses This Christmas – A Gift Guide”
[#Gifted] The Luxury Cleansing Water Free From Surfactants – Oolo
It’s about time that we take look at a luxury innovative product which doesn’t follow the product creations which are trending among the majority of Korean skincare…… Read more “[#Gifted] The Luxury Cleansing Water Free From Surfactants – Oolo”
[#Gifted] A Simple Way To Add Ceramide Into Your Skincare Routine
It’s all well to talk about trending skincare products and newly developed formulas which are curated with unique and uncommon ingredients, but sometimes it’s good to spread…… Read more “[#Gifted] A Simple Way To Add Ceramide Into Your Skincare Routine”
[#Gifted] Cellabel Skin Care – Relief for Sensitive Skin
Today I bring two reviews in one blog post about a lesser known Korean skincare brand which deserve more recognition: Cellabel. Their skin care is mainly targeted…… Read more “[#Gifted] Cellabel Skin Care – Relief for Sensitive Skin”
WINGโขSTOP – West Central London
WINGโขSTOP has become a hot spot for fried chicken wing lovers across it’s UK locations, but originally Wingstop was founded back in 1944 in Texas, USA. Even…… Read more “WINGโขSTOP – West Central London”
[#Gifted] Rovectin Skin Essentials Conditioning Cleanser Review
It’s been a while since I used a skin care product which is specifically classified as hypoallergenic. The main reason for this is because once I had…… Read more “[#Gifted] Rovectin Skin Essentials Conditioning Cleanser Review”
[#Gifted] Aprilskin Real Carrot Serum Review ๐ฅ
Carrots in a serum? – Yes, it’s a thing and my skin is loving the addition of this ingredient to my morning skin care routine. I decided…… Read more “[#Gifted] Aprilskin Real Carrot Serum Review ๐ฅ”
Ingredient focus: 4-Terpineol ๐ฉโ๐ฌ
4-Terpineol, sometimes also referred to as Terpinen-4-ol, is gradually becoming present in skin care both in the Western and Korean beauty industries. Typically this ingredient which stems…… Read more “Ingredient focus: 4-Terpineol ๐ฉโ๐ฌ”
Mask Mondays: Banobagi Gold Propolis Injection Mask โจ
Another Banobagi mask you say? Yes, I can’t get enough of these innovative sheet masks this year – so today I have another from Banobagi’s “injection” range.…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Banobagi Gold Propolis Injection Mask โจ”
Is the COSRX Retinol Serum a Game Changer? ๐ค
This is the 3rd and final review of the lastest 3 ๐๐๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ข๐ญ serums released by COSRX. As you can see from the title, we’ll be taking…… Read more “Is the COSRX Retinol Serum a Game Changer? ๐ค”
[#Gifted] Rovectin Cica Care Balm Review ๐
โฃRovectin’s slogan is: “๐๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐+ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐๐” and rightly so. They aim to provide Dermatologist grade skin care – removing all gimmicks and known harmful ingredients to…… Read more “[#Gifted] Rovectin Cica Care Balm Review ๐”
Mask Mondays: Garnier Skin Active Nutri Bomb Milky Tissue Mask ๐ฅ
For this Mask Mondays, for once we don’t have a Korean sheet mask to evaluate. This time round we have a European mask by no other than…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Garnier Skin Active Nutri Bomb Milky Tissue Mask ๐ฅ”
Mask Mondays: Banobagi Silk Pearl “Injection” Mask Review
Another Banobagi sheet mask, you say? Yes! You can never have too many in your stash. This Banobagi Silk Pearl Injection Sheet Mask is the first I’ll…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Banobagi Silk Pearl “Injection” Mask Review”
Mask Mondays: Nature Republic Real Nature Royal Jelly Sheet Mask Review ๐ฏ
It’s been a couple of years since I used a sheet mask from Nature Republic. I stopped buying Nature Republic masks because some varieties were inconsistent with…… Read more “Mask Mondays: Nature Republic Real Nature Royal Jelly Sheet Mask Review ๐ฏ”
Lockdown Skin Care Empties
Now that Lockdown is over (sort of, but maybe not for much longer…) I think it’s about time that I stop procrastinating and write this “empties” post.…… Read more “Lockdown Skin Care Empties”
[#Ad] BB Society
Last month I spoke about the beauty industry and how it majorly contributes to the UK economy and why we should use this knowledge – which is…… Read more “[#Ad] BB Society”
[#Gifted] Bellflower Carrot Mild Sunscreen Review ๐ฅ
Beta-Carotene has been a focus point for many K-Beauty brands since late last year and has fully become all the rage as of this year. I’ve used…… Read more “[#Gifted] Bellflower Carrot Mild Sunscreen Review ๐ฅ”
The COSRX Serum that Sold Out on the Day of Launch
In July, I gratefully received a generous PR package from COSRX – if you’re are a Korean skin care enthusiast like myself, you can appreciate how big…… Read more “The COSRX Serum that Sold Out on the Day of Launch”
[#Gifted] COSRX Real Fit Vitamin E Serum E 20 Review
Have you been wondering about the new ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ ๐๐ช๐ต ๐๐ช๐ต๐ข๐ฎ๐ช๐ฏ ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฎ (๐ ๐ธ๐ถ)? I’ve been testing it out for just a month now, so here’s…… Read more “[#Gifted] COSRX Real Fit Vitamin E Serum E 20 Review”
[#Gifted] Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Serum Review ๐ฅ
A few months back, I shared with you a blog post on ๐๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฆ’๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ all about some great finds GLAM TOUCHโจ including the ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ฐ๐ฃ๐ข๐จ๐ช ๐๐ช๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐ฉ๐ช๐ด๐ต๐ญ๐ฆ ๐๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ข๐ช๐ณ ๐๐ข๐ด๐ฌ.…… Read more “[#Gifted] Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Serum Review ๐ฅ”
[#Gifted] Isntree Spot Saver Mugwort Powder Wash Review ๐
It’s been a while since my last Isntree product review on my blog, so it’s definitely time for another. This time I’ll be discussing the Isntree Spot…… Read more “[#Gifted] Isntree Spot Saver Mugwort Powder Wash Review ๐”
K-beauty on a Budget – My affiliate links & discount codes.
Hey everyone. I missed uploading a “Mask Mondays” this week, but at least I’ve been keeping in touch with some of you via Instagram and Twitter. Nevertheless,…… Read more “K-beauty on a Budget – My affiliate links & discount codes.”
๐ฒ๐พ๐ฎ๐ฉ My Korean Skincare Top-Picks on Shopee ๐ต๐ญ๐น๐ญ
I bring you today’s blog post with a feeling of gratitude. Over the past couple of years I have consistently received a lot of appreciation and support…… Read more “๐ฒ๐พ๐ฎ๐ฉ My Korean Skincare Top-Picks on Shopee ๐ต๐ญ๐น๐ญ”
[#Gifted] d’Alba UV Essence Waterfull+ Mild Sun Cream Review โ๏ธ
๐’๐๐ฅ๐๐ needs no further introduction on my blog as this will now be my 9th d’Alba skin care review. This time I want to discuss their ๐๐…… Read more “[#Gifted] d’Alba UV Essence Waterfull+ Mild Sun Cream Review โ๏ธ”
MASK MONDAYS: Isntree Hylauronic Acid Moisture Water Mask Review๐ง
Today I’d like to bring you a review of the Isntree Hylauronic Acid Deep Moisture Water Mask (… that’s a long name). I initially planned to post…… Read more “MASK MONDAYS: Isntree Hylauronic Acid Moisture Water Mask Review๐ง”
[#Ad] The Benefits of Using Billionaire Beauty.
Over the last couple of months, I’ve been sharing with you all things concerning Billionaire Beauty – An innovative online marketplace for unused second-hand beauty products. So…… Read more “[#Ad] The Benefits of Using Billionaire Beauty.”
MASK MONDAYS: Kokostar Watermelon Slice Mask Sheet Review ๐
Welcome back to another Mask Mondays. Has this week begun well for you? I have a short mask review for you today, and unfortunately it’s not going…… Read more “MASK MONDAYS: Kokostar Watermelon Slice Mask Sheet Review ๐”
[#Gifted] MASK MONDAYS: JMsolution Water Luminous S.O.S Ampoule Double In Mask Review ๐ง
Welcome to my new weekly blog segment: “Mask Mondays”! As the title obviously suggests this blog series will specifically focus on mini sheet mask reviews. I’ve reviewed…… Read more “[#Gifted] MASK MONDAYS: JMsolution Water Luminous S.O.S Ampoule Double In Mask Review ๐ง”
[#Gifted] TOMNZY (ํฐ์ค์ง) Bag – “Spray some glitter on your life!” โจ
Something I haven’t mentioned here before is that I love collecting bags – nothing fancy, I don’t own anything designer, but I like to “collect” (hoard) unique…… Read more “[#Gifted] TOMNZY (ํฐ์ค์ง) Bag – “Spray some glitter on your life!” โจ”
[#Ad] How You Can Support a Small Business During a Recession.
As much as we try to avoid the overbearing news updates regarding the current pandemic, itโs common hearsay that the British economical state may worsen depending on…… Read more “[#Ad] How You Can Support a Small Business During a Recession.”
[#Gifted] Duft & Doft Review ft Frmadcos ๐ฐ๐ท
Duft & Doft is known as a fragrance brand – making various non-aerosol body sprays and a whole line of delicately perfumed hand creams. As they gradually…… Read more “[#Gifted] Duft & Doft Review ft Frmadcos ๐ฐ๐ท”
A Sheet Mask For Every Skin Type ๐ง
I’ve had this blog post in my drafts since the beginning of lockdown, so now it’s time to finish it off – otherwise by the time I…… Read more “A Sheet Mask For Every Skin Type ๐ง”
Dear K-Beauty brands, diversity is this…
In consideration of the BLM movement, I had a further think about the issues surrounding the misrepresentation of diversity in the k-beauty industry. I’ve spoken about this…… Read more “Dear K-Beauty brands, diversity is this…”
[#Gifted] โจTwenty or Something Mini Haul + Reviewsโจ
In favour of supporting more small businesses during this time, I’d like to introduce you to Twenty or Something – the one stop online shop for K-Beauty.…… Read more “[#Gifted] โจTwenty or Something Mini Haul + Reviewsโจ”
Let’s Talk About Ways to Ease Anxiety, Stress & Sleeping Problems.
Today I’m bringing back a topic which I haven’t spoken about on SimplyEm’sBlog for some time now, and that is the subject of Mental Health. There as…… Read more “Let’s Talk About Ways to Ease Anxiety, Stress & Sleeping Problems.”
โจ[Guest Post] Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Review | By Rimatchaโจ
Guest blogger: Rima from Rimatcha | all things skincare. I used to have the big bottle of this essence/toner and loved it, but it took forever to…… Read more “โจ[Guest Post] Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Review | By Rimatchaโจ”
[#Gifted] Anxt – The Vegan Friendly Supplement for Anxiety & Stress ๐ฑ
Anxt is a natural & vegan-friendly aid to help alleviate anxious thoughts, stress and nervousness which may occur in day-to-day life or during the night. Anxiety is…… Read more “[#Gifted] Anxt – The Vegan Friendly Supplement for Anxiety & Stress ๐ฑ”
Want to get your blog recognised? Advertise here on SimplyEm’sBlog โ๏ธ๐ป
This lockdown period has enabled me to expand SimplyEm’sBlog, and I’m on the hunt to collaborate with others! I believe in giving fair opportunities for all, and…… Read more “Want to get your blog recognised? Advertise here on SimplyEm’sBlog โ๏ธ๐ป”
