Small Talk About Korea + Korea Beauty Haul + Swatches
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Hi guys,
I went to Korea in September and the rate was 838 which is alright. There's also tax refund at the airport so it's great! The weather at Korea is super cooling, I love it! Not too hot and not too cold, it's the perfect weather. But the sun is really glaring though, sometimes it hurts my eyes.
Most of the time, I was going around for sightseeing, shopping for clothes and of course, EATING!! My favorite Korean food is 비빔밥 (Bibimbap) which is stone rice and I had the AUTHENTIC one at Korea. It was super good!! As I'm typing this right now, I'm seriously craving for it :(
The 비빔밥 (Bibimbap) that I ate in Korea :
Bibimbap is a mixture of vegetables and runny egg yolk that is mixed with rice (which is at the bottom). It's super delicious!! Oh, sauce is given as well to mix it but I didn't took a photo of it.These are the side dishes given :
I don't really like to eat the side dishes, I don't know why haha.
A hotel that I would recommend to stay in Seoul is Hotel IBIS Budget Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun. There's also another one in Myeongdong. But I prefer Dongdaemun because it's very near to everywhere like the train station and shopping malls. When you can't sleep at night, just go down for some shopping HAHA. Since it's night life at Korea and their malls open till 5am. I have some places that I really like to go, for food and shopping because it's cheap.
I can't really remember the price of these products so the price that I state here, it's either based on my memory or it's from the product's website. I'll list the price and link of the product below the photos. (I'm staying in 2 different places so there will be 2 different background and also 2 different lighting. So sorry!)
Just a disclaimer : The color of the lip products I took, isn't accurate. So I decided to swatch it and retook under a better lighting. I only realized it when I saw the photos and was wondering why all the lippies I bought has the same color LOL
Items are bought with my own money.
PS: Korean makeup stores are SUPER generous with their free gifts. Whenever you go to a Korean shop to get makeup, they'll ALWAYS give you free gifts. That's great right? You can always try out new things!
I went to Banila Co. and there's so much to buy! But I didn't went crazy and tried to control haha. Banila Co. is literally everywhere in Korea. I got mine at a train station because when I tap out, that's the first thing I see!
I have always wanted to get this but didn't manage to get hold of it and finally I did!
Banila Co. - Clean It Zero :
The big bottle is called "Super Size". It's so HUGE.
Comparison of a big bottle (super size, 180ml) and small bottle (original, 100ml) :
Here's how the big bottle looks like :
I bought it for : 50,000KRW (for 3 Super Size & 1 Original)
Banila Co. - Clean It Zero : (Super Size, 180ml)
Here's where you can find it :
$28.55USD : AMAZON
$23.75USD : EBAY
Banila Co. - Clean It Zero : (Original, 100ml)
Here's where you can find it :
$29SGD : LAZADA SG (Seller 1)
$28SGD : LAZADA SG (Seller 2)
$16.99USD : AMAZON
$15.75USD : EBAY
The coverage of this concealer is really good when I tried it at the shop.
Banila Co. - Cover 10 Perfect Concealer SPF30/PA++ (BE20) :
I bought it for : 14,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$14.95USD(BE10) / $14.99USD(BE20) : AMAZON
$11.95USD(BE10/BE20) : EBAY
There's free gifts as well. So many of it haha.
Yeap, more clean it zero but the different kinds of it.
Apparently, you're able to buy this on amazon. I didn't know that because I got it as a free gift.
Here's where you can find it :
$17.45USD : AMAZON
A pack of random items :
These are the items inside :
Yes, another small bottle of clean it zero. The last photo is a pack of tissue.
So basically, I have 3 big bottles, 1 original bottle and 5 mini size of clean it zero LOL.I went to O Hui which is located inside a departmental store. Their products are quite limited so I only bought 2 items.
I was looking for a new BB cream and this was recommended by the salesgirl.
O Hui - Ideal Puff Blemish Balm :
I bought it for : 48,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$44USD : AMAZON
$48.48USD : EBAY (Item located in US and seller has 9,727 feedback.)
$49.73USD : EBAY (Item located in AU and seller has 49,252 feedback.)
I got their lip product as well. I love the color and the texture of it!
O Hui - Rouge Real Liquid (W14, Gorgeous Pink) :
I bought it for : 33,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$33.45USD : EBAY
There's free gifts as well.
A tiny version of their rouge real liquid. It's so tiny and cute!
A pack of random items :
These are the items inside :
I went to Nature Republic which is also literally everywhere. I couldn't resist so I decided to go in and get some stuffs.
This was on offer, buy 1 get 1 free. This was my 1st trip to Nature Republic.
Nature Republic - Triple Volume Tint :
I bought it for : 10,000KRW (for 2)
01 - Peach Flower :
Here's where you can find it :
$10.97USD : AMAZON
$8.10USD : EBAY
02 - Coral Blossom :
Here's where you can find it :
$10.97USD : AMAZON
$8.10USD : EBAY
I needed a new eyebrow pencil so I got this.
Nature Republic - Wood Eyebrow (03 브라운(beu-la-un), Brown)
It's duo-ended like how a normal eyebrow pencil is.
I bought it for : 5,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$3.79USD : EBAY (Seller 1)
$3.79USD : EBAY (Seller 2)
I went back to Nature Republic for the 2nd time because I wanted to get another backup of BB cream that I was currently using back then.
What I bought and with the free gifts :
I bought 2 BB creams because it was worth buying.
Nature Republic - Super Origin Ceramide BB Cream,
Nature Republic - Super Origin Collagen BB Cream :
Nature Republic - Super Origin Ceramide BB Cream :
I bought it for : 5,900KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$24USD : AMAZON (I don't know if this is the same as the one I bought because the packaging is different.)
$53.70USD : AMAZON (I found another one with the same packaging as the one I bought but it's ridiculously overpriced!)
$13USD : EBAY
Nature Republic - Super Origin Collagen BB Cream :
I bought it for : 5,900KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$15.88USD : AMAZON
$13USD : EBAY (Currently out of stock but you can always check back!)
$18.99USD : EBAY
I also bought 2 CC creams to use together with the BB creams.
Nature Republic - Super Origin Color Change CC Cream,
Nature Republic - Super Origin Tinted CC Cream :
Nature Republic - Super Origin Color Change CC Cream :
I bought it for : 14,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$20USD : AMAZON
Nature Republic - Super Origin Tinted CC Cream :
I bought it for : 14,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$22.45USD : AMAZON
$20.99USD : EBAY
I'll use this two together, Color Change CC Cream for color correcting and Ceramide BB Cream for coverage. Sometimes I'll use it alone, depending on my skin that day.
My mum uses this together as well.
These cleansers are for my brothers. Guys need to take care of their skin too! Just basic face wash and toner will do the job.
Nature Republic - Aloe Vera Soothing & Moisture Foam Cleanser,
Nature Republic - Mango Real Nature Foam Cleanser :
Nature Republic - Aloe Vera Soothing & Moisture Foam Cleanser :
I bought it for : 4,400KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$9.39USD : AMAZON
$6.57USD : EBAY
Nature Republic - Mango Real Nature Foam Cleanser :
I bought it for : 11,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
$13.99USD : AMAZON
$7.27USD : EBAY
These are the free gifts :
Mask as free gifts too!
A snail solution trial kit as well.
Instructions and description at the back :
The contents in the box :
I went back to Nature Republic for the 3rd time HAHA to get more cleansers.
Nature Republic - Jeju Sparkling Mud Foam Cleanser :
I bought it for : (I forgot the price!)
Here's where you can find it :
$12.40USD : AMAZON
$13.64USD : EBAY
Nature Republic - Fresh Green Tea Bubble Deep Cleanser :
So you are supposed to shake the bottle.
It has a pump too!
I bought it for : (I forgot the price!)
Here's where you can find it :
$12.10USD : EBAY (Seller 1)
$12.10USD : EBAY (Seller 2)
I went to Belport which is located at Myeongdong. They sell different brands of skincare and makeup.
Just a little story of how I get in and buy so much stuffs. So my mum was asking the salesgirl for directions and the salesgirl started talking a lot. We ended up going in to see and buy stuffs because the salesgirl is so good at promoting! But okay, thanks to her. I saw Dr. Young products and got the BEST mascara ever.
What I bought and the free gifts :
Honestly, I don't use sunblock although it's very important. This is probably my first sunblock LOL. It was buy 1 get 1 free or 2 for special offer, I can't remember!
Dr. Young - UV Cut & Ultra Light Suncream SPF 50+/PA++ :
I bought it for : 32,000KRW (for 2)
Here's where you can find it :
32,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$47.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$34.99USD : AMAZON
I have back acne issue so the salesgirl recommended this to me. I got to tell you that, IT FREAKING WORKS!! I'm so happy about this!
Dr. Young - U-Line Clearing Mist :
It's a spray. You're able to tilt the bottle upside down while spraying. It's a 360 spray? I forget what is it called.
I bought it for : 26,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
26,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$37.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$30.32USD : AMAZON
I was looking for a cleanser for days when I don't have makeup on. (I mentioned it in my previous post.)
Dr. Young - AC Out Cleansing Foam Cream :
I bought it for : 21,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
21,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$31.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$63.78USD : AMAZON
Got these to match with the AC | Control line.
Dr. Young - AC Out Spot Stop Serum :
I bought it for : 26,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
26,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$37.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$36.51USD : AMAZON
Dr. Young - Centella Scar Ointment (Tea Tree) :
I bought it for : 27,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
27,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$35.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$37.54USD : AMAZON
I love the packaging of these products!
I love brow products and this was super good. Pigmented and very easy to control the color. It was quite affordable as well, it costs about $5SGD.
MCC - Auto Eyebrow [Long-lasting Eyebrow Pencil] (흑갈색(heug-gal-saeg), Dark Brown) :
It's duo-ended.
One side is brush and the pencil. The brush is so soft and not rough at all. The pencil is super slim. Super good product to draw your brows with!
I bought it for : 5,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
This was the mascara that I mentioned. It's seriously the BEST mascara ever. I personally think that it's a dupe of Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes. Previously, I was super in love with Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes because it doesn't smudge at all and it's super waterproof. But the bad point is that, it's quite expensive and I use it quite a lot. So I finish it very fast. Finally, I found this mascara! It does exactly the same as Lancome mascara and the good point is that, it's 1/4 of the Lancome's price!
MCC - Accent C'Curve Mascara (Long Lash Curling) :
The wand is AMAZING. It doesn't clump your lashes at all. Unless you pack on tons of mascara.
I bought it for : 15,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
Might as well try out the lipstick from MCC HAHA. So I bought it.
MCC - GLAM Lipstick (201, 브라우니(beu-la-u-ni), Browny) :
I love the packaging! Super sleek.
It's a mauve color. This color isn't accurate.
I bought it for : 13,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
Free gifts! HAHA
Some special kit to add to your skin care routine.
Card case as well. The quality is pretty good though but I don't separate my cards HAHA.
Yes, I went back to Belport for the 2nd time because I wanted to get more mascara as it was amazing but I ended up buying more stuffs. (I took these photos when I'm back home because I was flying back that day so I have to pack up.)
Laino - Radiance Micellar Lotion : (According to the salesgirl, it can also be used as a toner. But I only use it as a makeup remover.)
I bought it for : (I forgot the price!)
Here's where you can find it :
$35.60USD : AMAZON
More Dr. Young products! I want to try out their makeup products so I bought some.
Dr. Young - 2p Blemish Base SPF 35/PA++ (Pink Beige) :
I bought it for : 19,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
19,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$27.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$41.20USD : AMAZON
Dr. Young - Anti Pore, Pore Eraser Balm :
I bought it for : 28,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
28,000KRW : DR. YOUNG KOREA
$40.90SGD : DR. YOUNG SG
$41.14USD : AMAZON
$26.99USD : EBAY
More mascaras! I have a total of 3 mascaras, 2 lengthening and 1 volumizing. I highly recommend these mascaras if you're able to get your hands on these!
MCC - Accent C'Curve Mascara :
The wand of Volume Curling is slightly big and round. Just be careful when you're applying.
I bought it for : 15,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
Bought this eyeshadow for my beautician. I didn't get it for myself even though I want it too! It's really smooth and pigmented.
MCC - Glam Queen Eyes (202 로스팅 브라운(lo-seu-ting beu-la-un), Roasting Brown) :
I bought it for : 6,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
Bought another lipstick as well. But it's slightly shimmery for my liking so I ended up passing it to my mum.
MCC - GLAM Lipstick (501, 왈츠 로즈 (wal-cheu lo-jeu), Waltz Rose) :
Look how shimmery this is! I'm so veiny OMG.
I bought it for : 13,000KRW
Here's where you can find it :
(I can't find online. I'll update once I found out!)
I also bought this perfume at the airport because it's DUTY FREE! So why not? Since I'm also looking for a new perfume.
Chanel - Allure (Eau De Parfum) : I got in 100ml.
I literally just opened this to use. I have too many perfume to go through and I finally get to use this! I love the rose gold cap!
Here's where you can find it :
$129USD : AMAZON (50ml)
$174.30USD : AMAZON (100ml)
I'll do a review on the BB creams I bought because I haven't even use it yet! Just want to share it with you guys so you can make the decision whether to get it or not :)
Finally we come to the end! It's such a long post but I thank you for reading!
Stay Tune!
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