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Pelican Soap Loving Butt Hip Care Soap Review

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Jan 12

Pelican Soap Loving Butt Hip Care Soap Review

This post contains affiliate links. Korean and Japanese beauty bring us some of the best skincare products - effective, beautiful, and affordable. And yet there are plenty of fun, seemingly gimmicky options as well. Occasionally, I can’t help myself and purchase something silly. When I saw Pelican Loving Butt Hip Care Soap on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), I couldn’t say no. It’s also available on Amazon and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). The official description of the product

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion Review

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Dec 16, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. Combination skin like mine presents a unique set of challenges. It can be dehydrated and have some dry / flaky areas, but other parts could be oily (and potentially still dehydrated). It’s a delicate balance of hydrating and moisturizing without causing pore congestion or an unwanted oily shine. Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion features five types of hyaluronic acid plus urea to hydrate and

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing Review

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Sep 29, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing Review

This post contains affiliate links. I adore double cleansing. And even though there are some wonderful all-in-one options now, I still prefer a cleansing oil (or balm) followed by a foaming wash. It’s the best, most thorough and relaxing way to cleanse my combination skin at the end of the day. I’ve heard about Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing for years. It’s such a popular item among abeauty fans. Finally, I got to try it for myself. The oil is available on

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Aug 22, 2022

Kao MegRhythm Steam Eye Mask Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by YesStyle. Kao MegRhythm Steam Eye Masks are self-heating, safe and convenient ways to relax tired eyes. Gentle heat and aromatherapy help release tension in a pleasant, soothing way. Each box has 12-14 individually wrapped, single use masks. I've also seen smaller boxes, but I usually get the ones with 12 or 14 units. They are available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). How to use

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Jul 6, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Lip Fondue Review

This post contains affiliate links. I think I’m in love with Rohto Mentholatum lip products. Everything I’ve tried has been AMAZING! Most recently, I’ve been using their lip cream (review here) and had to buy something else to try. I chose Rohto Mentholatum Lip Fondue, available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Amazon, and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). This is a nourishing lip balm with jojoba seed oil, honey, and royal jelly for soft, smooth, glossy lips. The fragrance free

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

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May 24, 2022

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. Sunscreens are my favorite products to test. I never skip SPF, not even if I’m sick or plan to stay home all day, because if you can see the sun, it can see you. Naturally, I go through quite a bit of sunscreen and like to try different brands and formulas. I’ve been mostly sticking to Korean SPF, but have recently branched out into Japanese ones and I’m loving them. Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skinca

Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++ Review

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May 16, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. I became an instant fan of Korean sunscreens as soon as I tried my very first one. Now I’m branching out to Japanese formulas and am equally impressed (if not more impressed, in some cases). The bottle I opened most recently is Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++, available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (code INF10KBH), and eBay. The amoun

Rohto Mentholatum Melano CC Vitamin C Essence Review

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Mar 8, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Melano CC Vitamin C Essence Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by GlowieCo. I've been on a jbeauty (Japanese beauty) review roll lately, and I hope you like it. Today’s product is the iconic Rohto Mentholatum Melano CC Vitamin C Essence. This essence combines vitamin C (ascorbic acid) with vitamin E (tocopherol acetate) to brighten the skin, fade hyperpigmentation, and prevent new issues from happening. It’s available on GlowieCo (code kbhobbit10), YesStyle (reward code KHBOBBIT), Styl

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 01 Clear and 02 White Review

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Mar 7, 2022

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 01 Clear and 02 White Review

This post contains affiliate links. Products provided by YesStyle. Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV might be the best known Japanese sunscreen. At least it seemed so to me, based on how many times I saw it recommended in my Facebook group. Naturally, I had to try it. The sunscreen comes in two varieties - 01 Clear and 02 White, available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana, and Amazon. While Clear is the popular one, I decided to try both and see how they compare. Both v

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Mar 6, 2022

Canmake Cream Cheek Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by YesStyle. I have a round face and for years thought that blush wasn’t for me (wouldn’t want to risk looking even more round, right?). Well, I’m shedding some of those myths now and learning to embrace my face (and my body) and use things I want to use, not just the ones I’m supposedly allowed to use. I find cream colors easier to apply and less intimidating than powders. Canmake Cream Cheek is a gel-type color that melts

Canmake Lip & Cheek Gel SPF24 PA+ Review

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Feb 15, 2022

Canmake Lip & Cheek Gel SPF24 PA+ Review

This post contains affiliate links. I’m not a huge makeup person - partially because I’m always sleepy and short on time in the morning, and partially because I’m not very good at applying it. I’m super happy when I find something that’s very easy to use and looks great. One of those products is Canmake Lip & Cheek Gel SPF24 PA+. It comes in several colors; mine is 06 Dark Plum Sugar. I got it on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), but it’s also available on Amazon. This is a ge

Kose Clear Turn Essence Mask 30 pcs - Tranexamic Acid Review

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Sep 25, 2021

Kose Clear Turn Essence Mask 30 pcs - Tranexamic Acid Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by YesStyle. While Korean skincare will always be my first love, I can also appreciate Japanese products. This year I’ve been making an effort to get to know the jbeauty scene a bit better. Kose Clear Turn Essence Masks caught my eye because of their unique packaging - each box contains 30 masks. It is both cute and less wasteful than individually packaged sheet masks. The masks come in several varieties - vitamin C, collag

Canmake Marshmallow Finish Powder SPF26 PA++ Review

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Aug 9, 2021

Canmake Marshmallow Finish Powder SPF26 PA++ Review

This post contains affiliate links I’m always looking for ways to protect my fair, freckled skin from the sun. I apply a good base layer of SPF every morning, wear sunglasses, UPF clothing and driving gloves, etc. (and yes, my coworkers totally make fun of me). One tricky thing is reapplying SPF during weekdays, because I wear a bit of makeup to work. My Facebook group came to the rescue and suggested Canmake Marshmallow Finish Powder SPF26 PA++. It’s available on YesStyle (u

KUMANO COSME Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil Review

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Jul 16, 2021

KUMANO COSME Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. I’ve been so focused on Korean skincare that I completely missed out on Japanese treasures! I am trying to remedy that. One of my recent favorite finds is Kumano Cosme Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil. It’s available on YesStyle (use reward code KBHOBBIT to save extra), and you can also order a refill pack to reduce the plastic waste later. Watch my unboxing video here. Pharmaact Deep Cleansing oil promises to remove dirt and makeup. The market

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