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    Category: beauty

    [#Gifted] Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner

    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”

    Jan 19, 2021Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    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”

    Jan 4, 2021Jan 4, 2021 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Dec 29, 2020Dec 29, 2020 by sapphireroses

    ✨𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎 𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎⁣✨ ⁣

    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 “✨𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎 𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎⁣✨ ⁣”

    Dec 28, 2020Dec 28, 2020 by sapphireroses

    Mask Mondays: Be Plain Bamboo Healing Sheet Mask Review 🌿 (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 🌿 (Clean Skincare)”

    Dec 7, 2020Dec 7, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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 💚…… Read more “[#Gifted] 92% Real Cica!?”

    Dec 4, 2020Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    Autumn Skincare Empties 🍂

    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 🍂”

    Dec 3, 2020Dec 4, 2020 by sapphireroses

    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”

    Nov 23, 2020Dec 28, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Nov 14, 2020Nov 14, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Nov 13, 2020Nov 13, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Nov 8, 2020Nov 8, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Nov 2, 2020Nov 3, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Aprilskin Real Carrot Serum Review 🥕

    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 🥕”

    Oct 29, 2020Oct 29, 2020 by sapphireroses

    Ingredient focus: 4-Terpineol 👩‍🔬

    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 👩‍🔬”

    Oct 28, 2020Oct 28, 2020 by sapphireroses

    Mask Mondays: Banobagi Gold Propolis Injection Mask ✨

    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 ✨”

    Oct 26, 2020Oct 26, 2020 by sapphireroses

    Is the COSRX Retinol Serum a Game Changer? 🤔

    This is the 3rd and final review of the lastest 3 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐭 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? 🤔”

    Oct 24, 2020Oct 24, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Rovectin Cica Care Balm Review 💜

    ⁣Rovectin’s slogan is: “𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚+ 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞” 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 💜”

    Oct 24, 2020Oct 24, 2020 by sapphireroses

    Mask Mondays: Garnier Skin Active Nutri Bomb Milky Tissue Mask 🥑

    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 🥑”

    Oct 12, 2020Oct 12, 2020 by sapphireroses

    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”

    Sep 22, 2020Sep 22, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#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”

    Sep 15, 2020Sep 15, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Bellflower Carrot Mild Sunscreen Review 🥕

    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 🥕”

    Sep 2, 2020Sep 2, 2020 by sapphireroses

    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”

    Sep 1, 2020Sep 1, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] COSRX Real Fit Vitamin E Serum E 20 Review

    Have you been wondering about the new 𝘊𝘖𝘚𝘙𝘟 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘍𝘪𝘵 𝘝𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯 𝘌 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘶𝘮 (𝘌 𝟸𝟶)? 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”

    Sep 1, 2020Sep 1, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Serum Review 🥛

    A few months back, I shared with you a blog post on 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐄𝐦’𝐬𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠 all about some great finds GLAM TOUCH✨ including the 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘨𝘪 𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘬 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘬.…… Read more “[#Gifted] Banobagi Milk Thistle Repair Serum Review 🥛”

    Aug 29, 2020Aug 29, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Isntree Spot Saver Mugwort Powder Wash Review 💚

    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 💚”

    Aug 29, 2020Aug 29, 2020 by sapphireroses

    🇲🇾🇮🇩 My Korean Skincare Top-Picks on Shopee 🇵🇭🇹🇭

    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 “🇲🇾🇮🇩 My Korean Skincare Top-Picks on Shopee 🇵🇭🇹🇭”

    Aug 20, 2020Aug 20, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] d’Alba UV Essence Waterfull+ Mild Sun Cream Review ☀️

    𝐝’𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚 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 𝐔𝐕…… Read more “[#Gifted] d’Alba UV Essence Waterfull+ Mild Sun Cream Review ☀️”

    Aug 19, 2020Aug 19, 2020 by sapphireroses

    MASK MONDAYS: Kokostar Watermelon Slice Mask Sheet Review 🍉

    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 🍉”

    Aug 3, 2020Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Duft & Doft Review ft Frmadcos 🇰🇷

    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 🇰🇷”

    Jul 1, 2020Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    A Sheet Mask For Every Skin Type 💧

    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 💧”

    Jun 27, 2020Jun 27, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] ✨Twenty or Something Mini Haul + Reviews✨

    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] ✨Twenty or Something Mini Haul + Reviews✨”

    Jun 25, 2020Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Dr. Ceuracle Skincare Review ft. Kōsame 💙

    (Please turn your device to landscape to read this article, thank you). … For the time being my main point of concern regarding skincare is repairing and…… Read more “[#Gifted] Dr. Ceuracle Skincare Review ft. Kōsame 💙”

    Jun 14, 2020Aug 21, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Ad] An Introduction to “Billionaire Beauty”.

    Be honest, there has definitely been more than the one occasion when you’ve purchased a beauty product purely because the on-screen advertisement was attractive or because you…… Read more “[#Ad] An Introduction to “Billionaire Beauty”.”

    Jun 12, 2020Jun 12, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] ✨Glamtouch – The One Stop Destination for K-Beauty✨

    I never get bored of K-Beauty, and hopefully neither do you, because today I bring you another Korean Beauty themed blog post. Today’s post will ‘touch’ on…… Read more “[#Gifted] ✨Glamtouch – The One Stop Destination for K-Beauty✨”

    Jun 9, 2020Jun 9, 2020 by sapphireroses

    My Top Picks from Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™

    Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™, is a reliable and affordable online shop catering to all your Korean Skincare and K-beauty needs – delivering to the…… Read more “My Top Picks from Kōsame – The House of Korean Beauty™”

    May 21, 2020Aug 21, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] イレーン (Irén Skin) Customisable, Vegan J-beauty 🌸

    Irén Skin/イレーン is a Japanese Skincare brand reinventing J-beauty as we know it. There are many J-beauty brands and products which have even make their way to…… Read more “[#Gifted] イレーン (Irén Skin) Customisable, Vegan J-beauty 🌸”

    May 14, 2020Jun 8, 2020 by sapphireroses

    4 Simple Ways to Boost Skin Hydration 💦 #dryskin

    We all have had dry skin some time or other – whether is be our skin type all year round, for part of the year or be…… Read more “4 Simple Ways to Boost Skin Hydration 💦 #dryskin”

    May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] SKINACADEMY ZERO Vegan Skincare Review 🌱💚

    Today is a typical raining day in April here in London, which for me is the cosy atmosphere I like for blogging. Whilst I work on my…… Read more “[#Gifted] SKINACADEMY ZERO Vegan Skincare Review 🌱💚”

    May 2, 2020May 2, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Top 3 Serums for Oily, Combination & Acne Prone Skin 🙌

    Skincare can be overwhelming, especially when new products are being released all the time & when our knowledge is limited when it comes to specialist trending ingredients.…… Read more “[#Gifted] Top 3 Serums for Oily, Combination & Acne Prone Skin 🙌”

    Apr 29, 2020Apr 29, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] StyleKorean Haul

    Sometime after their first upload, I came across ‘Beauty Cookie’ – a YouTube channel centred around K-beauty. I wasn’t just interested in this channel just because of…… Read more “[#Gifted] StyleKorean Haul”

    Apr 27, 2020Apr 27, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Detoskin Skincare Review 🌸

    First of all, I must confess that this review post is welllllll overdue as some of the products featured were tried & tested back in December last…… Read more “[#Gifted] Detoskin Skincare Review 🌸”

    Apr 25, 2020Apr 25, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Dewytree Skincare Review

    Surprise surprise, it’s another K-beauty review. This time round I’ll be introducing you to three products from Dewytree. Dewytree isn’t exactly a small or Indie brand, but…… Read more “[#Gifted] Dewytree Skincare Review”

    Apr 24, 2020Apr 24, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] Hanyul Skincare Review ft. Kosame Beauty 💛

    HANYUL deliver the benefits of Korean nature through skincare with the main priority of comforting skin as simply as possible – balancing skin with mild & non-complex…… Read more “[#Gifted] Hanyul Skincare Review ft. Kosame Beauty 💛”

    Mar 30, 2020Mar 30, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] MaskTime Subscription Boxes (January) 💖

    Let me introduce you to Mask Time! They’re a mask delivery service offering both subscription boxes as well as one time boxes when possible. All masks are…… Read more “[#Gifted] MaskTime Subscription Boxes (January) 💖”

    Feb 18, 2020Feb 19, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] COSRX AC Collection Review – COSRX x StyleKorean

    The entire range from start to finish

    Feb 18, 2020Feb 18, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [#Gifted] FRANZ Skincare Review 💧

    FRANZ JET DUAL MASK SYSTEM What makes the Dual Mask unique from others is Tissue X® – “which naturally generates microcurrents for enhanced absorption of ingredients into…… Read more “[#Gifted] FRANZ Skincare Review 💧”

    Feb 16, 2020Feb 16, 2020 by sapphireroses

    [Gifted] Some By Mi – 30 Days Miracle Toner & Serum Review 💚

    Some By Mi – AHA•BHA•PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner In order to minimise the steps in your skincare routine, it’s a good idea to utilise multi-functional products…… Read more “[Gifted] Some By Mi – 30 Days Miracle Toner & Serum Review 💚”

    Feb 13, 2020Feb 13, 2020 by sapphireroses

    ✨Skincare Blogger Collaboration – Our recommendations✨

    I wouldn’t have been as consistent with providing skincare reviews, as I have been for this length of time, if it wasn’t for the support of other…… Read more “✨Skincare Blogger Collaboration – Our recommendations✨”

    Feb 8, 2020Jan 19, 2021 by sapphireroses

    My Top 15 Skincare Products of 2019

    I vaguely recall mentioning in my previous blog post that I wouldn’t be writing another post this year, however I felt that now I have been fortunate…… Read more “My Top 15 Skincare Products of 2019”

    Dec 28, 2019Feb 8, 2020 by sapphireroses

    A second d’Alba Review

    It’s been a while since I’ve shared a d’Alba review, but the good news is that since last time they have new skincare products (yay!). d’Alba White…… Read more “A second d’Alba Review”

    Nov 30, 2019Dec 1, 2019 by sapphireroses

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