IOPE 4th Generation Air Cushion Intense Cover Review

Hello, Peaches! Today I am gonna review the mother of cushion foundation which is IOPE Air Cushion! The company have released the latest 2016 improved version, so the refill of older version will not longer fit in the cover of this latest version. The 2016 version is smaller/more compact than the older version.

There are 4 types of finish/texture you can choose from the 2016 version:
Natural Glow > for natural radiant, healthy and bright skin.
Lasting Moisture > for hydro-radiant skin.
Intense Cover > for smooth, clean and perfect coverage.
Matte Long Wear > for matte and bright skin without shine.

They are available in shades:
Warm tones - W21,W23
Natural/Neutral tones - N21, W23
Cool tones - C13

Price: 42,000 won / 15g+15g

I ended up choosing the intense cover #N21.

IOPE has decided to go for younger design as the cushion case is said to look like macaron. The upper part which holds the mirror is really slim and have a copper ring on it while the bottom part holds the foundation as usual. The colour of the ring depends on the types of the cushion --- silver (natural glow), blue (lasting moisture), copper (intense cover) and white (matte long wear). It comes with a case with cushion embedded and a refill which I consider as a good deal since it's comes with two. The packaging box is so classsyyyyy~

My shade is #N21 natural beige. It has an air lock on the right side when you open the cushion which prevent evaporation/drying of the foundation. So, you need a little effort to open the plastic separator to reach for the foundation, and make sure you lock it properly when you close the separator to avoid early drying of your foundation.

As you can see from the picture above, the sponge has been improved to 3D type where you can see the small bumps (looks like a beehive for me ^^). The 3D sponge makes it easier to pick up the foundation as it is evenly spread over the puff. I like this sponge so much as it's really ease the application~ lol! But my friend who have trypophobia is not a fans! ><

The size of the puff is slightly smaller than the usual cushion puff as you can see from the picture above. However, it doesn't affect the application.

sorry for my dirty puff >.<

The upper white part of the puff where we lay our fingers has a leather-like appearance and texture.

The application at different lightings:

It has a flowery scent which eventually goes off after a while (5 min?). I am a bit disappointed on the coverage as I had high expectation on its "intense cover" ability. The coverage can be layered to medium but not high enough to cover blemishes perfectly, I still need a good concealer for the blemishes/dark acne scars. It is able to cover the redness of my skin. It gives a radiant finish. It is moisturizing and did not emphasize my dry patches (I have dry skin!). For those having less pigmented blemishes, you will find this enough to cover your imperfections.

However, I tend to reach for this cushion when my skin is in good condition. I have once staying outdoor for hours under the sun (Malaysia is hot and humid!!!) wearing this cushion foundation and it does melt a bit but in a beautiful way while about 70-80% of the foundation still adhere on my skin! What a surprise! BUT I don't think it will the same on oily skin!

Pros:
+ moisturizing
+ radiant glow
+ long lasting on dry skin
+ medium coverage which enough for little imperfections
+ easy content pick up (3D sponge)
+ air lock that prevents evaporation

Cons:
- not high coverage as expected
- not for oily skin in hot and humid weather (oily skin can try the matte long wear type!)

Overall, I really like this cushion as it 'hugs' my skin so well and lasts a good time! My skin is so photogenic when I put on this cushion foundation. Definitely the best cushion foundation that I have tried. I can understand the hype of this cushion foundation in Korea now :)

Ladies! Grab the ones suit you among the four now! Strongly recommended!

 Till then, 안녕!

COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner Review

Hey peaches! *Just decided to call you gals peaches instead of lovelies because I just felt that 'lovelies' is so weird? LOL*

Anyway, I'm here for another review but this time it's about skincare. First of all, I am gonna tell you all on the history of my skin. My skin was terrible during high school days >>> swollen and painful acne here and there, easily irritated too! No one told me what to use to cure my skin and I ended up buying+trying many drugstore products, which I really regret now as they further irritated my skin. My mom is blessed with good skin and has less knowledge on skin care, thus I have no one to refer besides internet/blogger/youtuber. Little by little, I begin to gain info on skin care! *luckily*

Still, till now, my skin is problematic too but not as much as those high school days.  Friends who have saw my "dark days" will certainly agree that my skin looks way better now.

It takes time for one's to understand their skin types and needs. However, it is always about "moisture level" of your skin regardless of dry skin, oily skin, combination skin and sensitive skin. If you are currently just started to use facial cleanser, I would suggest you to go for the mild one rather than start it with a stronger cleanser especially you haven't rule out your skin types unless you want to ruin your skin like me. *sob sob*

Before I started the today's review, I would like to clarify that my skin is dry sensitive, acne prone and I do have many acne scars. *thanks to my itchy hands*

The brand of the day is COSRX, which is the word combination of COSmetic and RX (means prescription). This brand is established in 2006 which means it's already in the market for 10 years! I'm a bit late to know such a good brand! *aiksss*  Their philosophy is "minimalistic and functional cosmetic by imperatively necessary ingredients" which means they aimed to use minimal ingredients to give an effective product.

The star of the day is COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner.

The picture from the official website as I am too lazy to take photo of mine. Anyway, mine is exactly the same from the picture above.

I have used this toner for almost 3 months now and my skin likes it. It takes time for my skin to show improvement. Here is the progress of my skin:

It works so well on my skin! ^^

For those who concern on the ingredients, here's the list:
mineral water, salix alba (willow) bark water, pyrus malus (apple) fruit water, butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, sodium lactate, glycolic acid, betaine salicylate, allantoin, panthenol, ethyl hexanediol.

AHA and BHA are chemical exfoliants that work silently within your skin to remove dead skin cells and brighten your skin, giving you a better skin texture.  The facial scrubs that have tiny beads are physical exfoliants that remove dead skin on the epidermis of your skin.

The product's description is:
> Gentle exfoliation with mineral water
> Contain natural AHA and BHA
> For smooth and clear skin
> Natural ingredients helps to moisturize your skin and stimulate cell regeneration for smoother skin
> Help with prevention of whiteheads and blackheads

I use it twice daily after cleansing. Since it's a chemical exfoliant, be sure to use sun screen on daytime so that you won't burn your skin! As you can see from the picture above, my skin improves after I started to use this product although new trouble arises over time to time.

***Mind that what works for me doesn't necessary work on you!

I'm officially in love with their products and I ended up buying more products from them. I saw posts from nowhere that Watsons Malaysia will bring in the brand in the coming September or October, hopefully it's true!

Stay tune for more COSRX reviews!

Till then, 안녕!