FACEShop Olive Essential Toner

FACEShop Olive Essential Toner
Price: $12 CAD

Blogsters' Rating: 4/5

Today we bring to you one of our favourite toner from the Korean Makeup/ skincare brand- Faceshop. Traditionally, toner is used to neutralize PH level on the face and shrink the appearance of pores but Japanese/ Korean toners also moisturize. The Olive Essential Toner is one of the most moisturizing toner I've ever used and has become a staple in my skincare routine.

Texture/ Colour

It is translucent white in colour with a thick texture that is heavier than most other toner I've used. However, it glides on the skin very smoothly. After the product has been absorbed, the skin doesn't feel sticky or greasy yet feels clean and moisturized. 

Moisture

Usually toner is the first step of my skincare routine after washing my face. So it is the closest layer to the skin and helps lock in moisture. 

Application 

Aside from applying the essential toner to a fresh clean face, I also like to add a drop to my CC cream / foundation and mixing it in before applying it to my face. I find that the product would stick on the skin better and blends smoother. It also gives you a nice healthy, moisturize glow and streak-free guaranteed!  

I guess the only downside to this toner is that it contains alcohol. For those of you who use ionic facial machines (ie. Hada Crie) like myself, this is unfortunately not a suitable product for it.

I would probably purchase this product again for its moisturizing properties. 

If you like FACEShop, also check out my review on FACEShop White Seed Exfoliating Foam Cleanser.

Stay tuned for more skincare product reviews and feel free to drop us a few lines with any suggestions or what you want to see on Blogsters Beauty! Cheers~

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Faceshop White Seed Exfoliating Foam Cleanser [Beauty Review]

White Seed Exfoliating Foam Cleanser

Volume: 140 mL

Price: $14 CAD

Blogsters' Rating: 5/5

When it comes to cleansers, I always like to use a fine exfoliator. With the many exfoliating cleansers that I've tried, it's hard to find one with the right texture, consistency and hydration. A rule of thumb for me when it comes to picking a cleanser is that it has to leave the face feeling clean and fresh yet it can't be drying out or stimulating my sensitive skin.

Why I purchased this over other cleansers?

The first time I encountered this product was when I received a sample of the White Tree Snow Exfoliating Cleanser in the summer of 2014. I absolutely loved the texture and finish of it and went on a hunt for the full size. However, I had no luck after going to several locations and learned that they might not be returning to the stores. Until my recent visit to Faceshop, I found out that they phased out the White Tree Snow cleanser and launched the White Seed line with this exfoliating cleanser that has the same formula.

What it does?

It's a skin brightening cleanser that exfoliates the skin with very fine beads. It also leaves the skin feeling hydrated and smooth.

Texture

Comes out in a thick paste with a pearly lustre, contains very fine beads (or seeds) that exfoliate the skin very well. Consistency of the paste, density and size of beads are perfect for me. Lathers and foams as it's worked through the face. Just a pea size amount of product is enough to lather up the whole face.

Scent
Very mild natural plant-based scent. Overall a pleasant smell that's not too overpowering.

Finish

Skin feels clean and smooth yet it doesn't feel dry after exfoliation like a lot of other exfoliating cleansers I've used. Skin feels hydrated yet not sticky or greasy.

What I don't like about this product?

The only thing to watch out for when using this cleanser - Avoid getting it into your eyes! Because of its brightening ingredients, it did sting my eyes and made them tear up quite a bit the first time I used it. 

Will I purchase it again?

Yes. I'm happy with the texture, price and performance of this cleanser and will definitely purchase it again.

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