5 Best Face Wash For Any Skin Type

Hello lovelies,

sorry for being mia for quite some time, it's been like a down time for me. Usually on my period somehow I'm far weaker than usual, still, without further ado, collaborating with Komunitas Beauty Blogger & Vlogger KBBV in this beautiful month of January 2018, here are some of my utmost favorite face wash and I highly recommended them as it is so versatile, any genre, gender and age may use. They may are made for certain skin type but they do works on any.

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Start with Clinique Liquid Facial Soap in Mild, yes it is mild, but it made beautiful bubbles and froth that cleans the skin without causing them to dry. From sensitive, dry, normal to oily skin can enjoy the cleansing ability as it is so smooth and soft. Don't underestimate the 'mildness' as it still effective and can be use as often as you want.

I let the whole family enjoy using the product and they all do enjoy it. From the kids to my husband acne and oily prone skin.

You may read more here: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.co.id/2015/10/clinique-liquid-facial-soap-mild.html

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Next in line, is from my favorite brand too, which unfortunately not yet available in Indonesia, Neutrogena. It was made to wonder.

Read more here: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.co.id/2016/12/neutrogen-deep-clean-hydrating.html

It is a liquid cleanser alright but made to amaze as we can use it on dry skin with makeups on, so it's like cleansing oil, but after letting the makeup melts, add some water and it turns into a face wash, just like any face wash it bubbles up and cleans thoroughly. Some even say that it is the best of both world as it cleanse like cleansing oil but with the squeaky clean feeling of a face wash.

Those who seeks for an all in one solution should try this product and it comes in 3 variants too for brightening, normal to hydrating.

The product comes in a pump bottle and clear gel, smells good and works well. But on some hard waterproof makeup, do clean them first using a real oily base makeup remover before proceeding to this product.

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Back in the old days, there's this powder that turns into cleanser, it's kinda like detergent for the clothing :D Somehow reminds me of that (oops). But this thingy is for the face and it comes with enzyme hence it has to be kept in dry form.

Read it more here: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.co.id/2016/07/covermark-clear-wash.html

When you are ready to use it, pour some powder on a clean hand and add a bit water to work it through. They'll bubbles up almost immediately and use that bubbles to clean the skin. By making them wet and foaming it up, we activate the product and it become ready to be used.

Now as the product has been activated, it will clean the skin all the way to the pores, and it felt so good. The skin feels very clean, if you're looking for a squeaky clean feeling and this is it. But afterwards they'll smooth the skin up and they wont feel dry.

What I love about the product is that they'll take the dead skin off too, it'll make the skin appear brighter in an instant as it take the dullness away.

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Three Balancing Foam is probably the most exclusive of them all as it was made with special ingredients and smells so special too. Like a garden of citrus just bursting into my senses.

Read more here: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.co.id/2015/02/three.html

The product comes in a thick white cream and as any other Japanese facial wash, it bubbles up like whipped cream at it's peak. It lathers on beautifully, so soft and irresistible. I love it so much and everyone in the family enjoying it so much too as it works really well in cleansing the skin. They are not a makeup remover but it cleanse traces of makeup remover and daily debris in an instant. A refreshing feeling is unavoidable and I believe there's many skincare benefits as well, as the price perhaps should equivalent to the effect :D

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And if you're looking for a much more friendlier price, always try a drug store brand like Kracie, Naive Aloe Vera foaming facial wash that also bubbles up abundantly and creating a soft whipped cream like foam with a faint and very subtle scent.

Read more here: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.co.id/2015/07/kracie-naive-facial-cleansing-foam-aloe.html

The cream is thick and white, kinda similar to most products that bubbles up like this, I guess Japanese people really like these kind of products that foamed up without fail, even when I turn the bowl upside down they will not fall.

There's many (like really a lot) foaming facial wash from Japan that are like this, so you can simply choose according to the budget, scent, and perhaps accessibility as they are kinda similar in terms of benefit, the fun is in the bubbles that said to clean all the way to the pores.

So there you go, from drug store to high end. From liquid to thick cream, they are all suitable for all skin type and easy to be used. We all love those bubbles in our face wash and I don't think we'll ever get over it, they are a never ending trend. -*-




Don't forget to check out KBBV Instagram account and Rani Oktavia , she also write some of her favorites which is more suitable for those with oily skin.
Until then, see you again soon on my next post.

Kracie Dear Beauté Himawari

Hello everybody,

this is Dear Beaute Himawari from Kracie. A hair care series for wavy, unruly, frizzy, rebellious hair, and in return gives manageable, healthy looking hair with organic sunflower oil, organic sunflower seeds and sprouts extract and sunflower extract.

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Their series consist of hair treatments, oil, shampoo and conditioner, I happen to have the last two for daily use.

I'm interested in the oils inside the products, noticed the words "oil in shampoo" and "oil in conditioner" on each of the bottles?! That's because the highlight of the products is on the oils as mentioned above.

Why do they choose sunflower? Because it contain a lot of vitamin E, able to soften the hair cuticle, help protect the hair against the rain, sun and heat from the hot tools too.

My hair is dry and a bit wavy, they are also sometimes can be unruly, so I kinda need the products.

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http://www.himawari-kracie.jp

Top note begins with fruity with a sweet, middle notes of floral will increase the deep elegance. The amber note to citrus green to feel a sense of natural and I expressed to shine a sense of transparency that is added to the accent.
Woody, it leads to residual fragrance with feminine warm amber and musk.

The product is fragrant and like a perfume. And since it is sulphate free, it is safe for colored hair as well, yippie!!.

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All the details is in Japanese language.

Below you can see the texture of the product, the thick one like a chubby caterpillar is the conditioner and the runny liquid gel is the shampoo.

The shampoo lathers well and easily used, the first thing I've noticed is the perfume, it is so scented, and so does the conditioner, but we'll get to that later.

The shampoo cleans the hair well and feels comfortable, even thou' there's the words oil in shampoo, it doesn't meant that the product is oily nor greasy, it's like any other moisturizing shampoo. When rinsed there's no dry effect, the hair stays moist and comfortable.

Still, a conditioner is needed, I use it on the mid length all the way to the ends. The perfume is much more in the conditioner, I massage it through the hair (still avoiding the scalp) and then leave it for a while before rinsing everything off.

The hair become so fragrant and more manageable.

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But, since I have oily scalp, the shampoo doesn't help the scalp to stay sebum-free for long, so around 18-24 hours later I already have to clean my hair again.

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Overall,

A very fragrant shampoo and conditioner that help nourished the hair and keep them manageable. The oil formula made the hair shines better too. Perfect for dry scalp and dry hair condition. The best part is the perfume, they last for hours and hours.

I got mine from Japan, but I think if you search, online shops should have them as well.

Kracie Extra Moist Mask

Hi everybody,

here is a facial mask from Hadabisei Kracie for that extra moist effect on the skin.

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The product is so easy to use, just tear it up and put it on a clean and dry skin. You may also add some serums to be used with the mask for a more pampering effect. It can be an anti aging serum, moisturizing, or the ones with soothing and calming effect.

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Click on any image for better view regarding the details, such as the ingredients list. I think this is my favorite mask from Kracie since my skin is always dry lately and extra moist effect is what I need.

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With Royal Jelly and Hyaluronic Acid the product claims to pamper the skin from signs of aging, keep the skin moist for a soft and fresh look.

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My say:

Totally agree on the moist effect, I really like how it instantly make my skin plumped again, especially on the cheeks area that has been dry lately.

The cottony mask also so soft to the touch and friendly to the skin when used.

Most mask usually makes the skin dryer for the absorb-back effect when left too long on the skin. So it made the skin dryer, make sure you put them on 10-15 minutes only or take it off when the mask feels dry.

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This is me using the mask, as always it most face mask doesn't fit my face well. At least the products is absorbed well since after the usage my skin regain it's life again. This unisex mask also used by hubby who also got a dehydrated skin. Both of us apparently stays too long in an aircon room during staycation, we didn't get outside almost at all.

Take note that dehydrated skin can be oily as well, since the skin make up for the lost moisture by secreting oils.

Overall,

a wonderful and simple product that gives the skin an instant hydration effect. Best to be used daily (for dry skin type), 2-3 times a week for normal skin condition.

Thank you Kracie.

Hadabisei Eye Zone Mask

Hello lovelies!!!

On these hot days masks are my friends, they keep my skin cool and I do need the nutrients contained inside them as well. One of the area often neglected (at least by me) is the eye zone. There are masks made for the eyes out there alright, but some are not really comfortable nor effective, plus pricey too, a good eye mask may cost more than the whole face mask for sure. Why? The eyes area are considered sensitive and in desperate need of more help due to the thinness and fragility, ingredients out on must be measured correctly and safe for the eyes, since frankly some may still ended up getting inside the eyes.

Today, I'm going to share a review for one of Kracie's product, Hadabisei collection called Eye Zone Mask with collagen and ceramide. We know collagen as it is one of the ingredients existed in our own natural system that helps the skin to stay young and firm, now ceramide is available to keep the skin moist. So ceramide help held the hydration intact on the skin. For those suffering with dry skin, even thou they have been drinking plenty of waters throughout the day and using hydrating moisturizer, they need the ones that contain ceramide to 'bind' the waters on the skin.

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In one packaging contain a set of eye mask for 1 usage. The pink exterior is pretty and too simple, I wish they made one in the shape of the eyes or perhaps more 'juicy'.

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The backside of the packaging provide enough details needed, from how to use (clean the area and put the mask on for 10-15 minutes, remove when finished or rinse off if necessary), ingredients and precautions too.

I immediately opened the wrapping and found the mask in messy condition, there are a plastic container but it didn't hold them up so I have to grab it loosely inside the packaging.

The jelly eye masks are so cute and delightful, like putting on actual jelly on the skin, gooey, clear and wriggly.

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When watch closely the clear jelly seems to have some grids on it and a few tiny bubbles, oh I handle it with so much care since they seems to break anytime. A bit sticky when fold together, since they are not properly stored in the container, please do unfold them gently to avoid tearing. No scent or aroma noticed.

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On above image is my before look. There are visible fine lines (obviously).

The skin are cleaned and ready for the masks.

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I put on the mask and love how it feel on the skin, cool and comforting, the jelly snug right into their places under the eyes. I put it on for 15 minutes or so. Actually I don't mind putting them on longer. On most cases, I like to remove the mask earlier than the designated time, but Hadabisei Eye Zone Mask feels so good against the skin.

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Ta da!! This is my after mask look. The fine lines are reducing. I really enjoy the process and result as well. So far I think this is the best eye mask in terms of texture, feeling on the skin, result and price too.

Thank you Kracie Indonesia.

Introducing Kracie Naive in Rose Extract, Peach, Hadabisei Mask for Acne Care,Brightening, Extra Moist, and Eye Zone

Hello everybody,

I'm back with more products from Kracie ^__^ they really have a lot of items, even thou' not all of them make it their way to Indonesia, I hope someday all of them do, we can be happy with more variations wont we?! A good competition shall bring the quality up and the price down :D haha! So what do we want? More choices!!!

Kracie comes in many range, for body, hair and facial usage. Their series such as Ichikami for the hair, has been reviewed at my blog: http://whileyouonearth.blogspot.com/2014/01/ichikami-series-by-kracie.html.

Now, I want to continue sharing about Hadabisei and Naive.

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Hadabisei is focusing on facial care, comes in many variations according to your skin's need, from brightening, eye care, and above is their anti acne white mask.

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Here are some details from www.kracie.co.jp:

Naive face wash is formulated with 100% plant based washing ingredients and selected botanical essences

♦ Skin conditioning with botanical power.
♦ Formulated with botanical essence, botanical oil & Glycosil-Trehalose BP.
♦ Cleans skin and removes excess oil and dirt with plenty of rich lather.

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Hadabisei is a two-type skincare series, Moisturizing / Brightening, making a difference to the condition and feel of your skin

♦ Double Effect: Improves elasticity from within & Hydrates deeply.
♦ To improve elasticity: Natural Glucosamine, Chondroitin/For deep hydration: Collagen, Hyaluronic Acid .
♦ Double action formula for superior clarity and suppleness: Defined luminosity.
♦ With pure vitamin C derivatives & Glucosamine/No fragrance added/No color added.

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And I really want to show you their lovely facial wash, this one is called Naive Rose Extract. The peach will foamed up the same but comes in different concern.

The lovely rose scent is mild and comforting, I'm using a foam net to help me get that dense abundant foam faster and better. I bought mine during a sponsored trip to Japan, but you may get one in Indonesia at Daisho or other Japanese beauty store. It was very cheap, some cost as little as 100 Yen to around 500 Yen (but seriously, as long as it works well, 100 Yen will do).

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Using the palm as the bowl, add enough water, gently move the net back and forth until the fluffy white foam is created, strip it off the net, and voila, the lovely foam are there.

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So soft, super fluffy and if you look closely, the air bubbles are much much much smaller than the one made by hands only and using (not-so-good) regular or local foaming facial wash on the market with the same price as Naive. So these tiny bubbles are the one that cleans deeply into the pores without striping the moisture off the skin which bigger bubbles do because they aren't fully developed.

That's also the reason why some feels like their skin is not clean enough even thou' they used facial foaming product. Try damp a cotton pad with a toner, swipe it off, if there's still some dirt left, than you haven't done a perfect cleansing routine.

Take note, remove makeup using a makeup remover first before a foaming facial wash, this method also known as double cleansing for that perfect cleanliness.

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A perfectly fluffed up foam should be easily put upside down without going down. Like a delicious white whipping cream. Or like a perfectly whipped egg whites, perhaps with sugar ... Oh gosh, I would love a meringue right now ^__^ ups.

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Doesn't it reminds you of a meringue, well, unbaked meringue.

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Okay, snap out of it and back to the foaming facial wash, the foam will easily spread through the entire surface of the damp face, and massage them gently effortlessly while removing the debris without hassle. It's like the face is being cared and gently kissed all over by the foam.

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Rinse everything off when finished with clean water and noticed the skin become clean without feeling tight and dry.

And then I continue by using a facial mask from Hadabisei. I choose the brightening. The quality of the mask is good, the cottony face mask feels soft on the skin.

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There are details provided on the packaging, in Japanese and Indonesian language. I was told by Kracie that this mask is their favorite items sold in Asia. And she also told me that she uses face mask every day, probably not the same range everyday but she does uses them everyday and routinely. It is a different method to us in Indonesia where we usually use mask once or twice a week. I guess their mask is usable for daily usage.

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This is me using the mask, haha! Let's just face it, I can't make myself looking decent nor pretty while using these kind of mask. The size is definitely too big for me, perhaps my face is too small for the mask, well, either way, the feeling is comfortable and I think the product suits those with sensitive skin as well, but careful thou' not to use it when you have a boo boo on your skin as warned at the packaging.

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When finished (around 20 minutes) there's still some liquid left, I massage the skin gently so no liquid are wasted. Continue with moisturizer. There are some stickiness felt but reduced after 30-40 minutes later. Maybe it is best for us to use it in the afternoon or before night time skincare routine as we can sleep and relax with the remaining liquid and add some moisturizer for an overnight mask experience.

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The vitamin C inside will help clears out complexion and the collagen are supposed to boost the hydration and skin elasticity, I can feel improvements from one usage but for a long term result will need a long term usage as well to maintain or help the skin condition daily.

Thank you Kracie.

And you for reading my blog, stay tune for more reviews and products update.

Ichikami Series by Kracie (Shampoo,Conditioner, Treatment and WaterTreatment Spray)

Hello everyone!!

It's almost Chinese New Year now and the rain seems never ending, please do stay strong ya!

Usually, to cheer me up in this kind of weather (or just about anytime), I need something that smell good, either food or products ^__^
These particular items are products, from Kracie, the series are Ichikami Repair and Prevent Hair Damages.

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Way below there's a video of me sharing about the products, here are some details and images of the products which I received from www.ichikami.jp.

The series that I received are shampoo, conditioner, treatment and water treatment.

I want to start sharing my thoughts from the packaging, the black and white color seems so serious yet the pink writings made them looks cuter as in kawaii.

The shampoo is in white packaging and the conditioner is in black. For some reason, I always thought the conditioner should be in white or in softer color.

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You may go directly to their site and find more items carried by Ichikami, I wish I can try more, why? They feel really good on the scalp and hair. My hair can still feels and look airy. The scalp also happy with no residue sticks on them.

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The conditioner feels light and suitable for those with damage, dry, or even normal hair that want to prevent hair damage. The cream feels thick but not as thick as the treatment. Gently helps the hair to de-tangled and become smoother. Softer feeling also immediately felt, the coating effect of the conditioner is suitable to be used daily after shampooing.

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Then, 2-3 times a week, I'm using the treatment. It's a hair mask that smells so beautiful (like the rest of the range), using them altogether made the scent feels stronger and last longer too. I love them when used together, usually other drug store products have this 'effect' of become too rich, too oily and weighted the hair down, but not Ichikami. The hair become softer, smoother and healthier without the weight. And the sakura scent is definitely a bonus as well. Like spring is on my hair.

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Last but not least, the hair treatment water, the one that my daughter uses as her hair perfume mist. It is actually a treatment product as well, lighter, simpler and can be used just about anytime I want a boost of Sakura scent on the hair with treatments effect. Since the moisture boost feels light, there's no need of rinsing it off, and the best thing about it is I can carry it on my bag (yes, my shoulder bag is BIG---hence hoping for a smaller bottle, which is of course available at Daisho).

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Like mentioned above, here is my video, candid and no editing (careful for the beep-ing sound from the annoying vehicle).

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Thank you so much Kracie Indonesia. All of the products here are available at Guardian.