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.

Neutrogen deep clean hydrating Cleansing oil to foam

Hello lovelies,

especially you makeup addicts, who have to wear makeup on daily basis because you simply love makeup.

As many makeup are made to be waterproof nowadays, cleansing oil has been one particular product that just got to be available in my bathroom, it just has to be there.

Since I'm using it on daily basis, I began to search for more products that speaks cleansing oil as it cleans without fail. One brand caught my attention with their product, it's Neutrogena.

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Like any cleansing oil, use some on a dry 'dirty' skin filled with makeup, gently spread and massage the skin with the 'oil' like texture.

The product will be apart from the skin almost immediately.

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Add a bit of water, and this is where the magic happen. Unlike most cleansing oil that turns milky, it turns into foam like cleansing foam.

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Massage the skin with the cleansing foam just like when done with the cleansing oil and rinse everything off. The skin will become clean and not at all slippery like using cleansing oil, it will be like after using a cleansing foam. Clean but not drying, that's one of the best part of the product as well, it doesn't make my skin squeaky dry like a floor.

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This is the perfect product for those who are looking for a clean skin from makeup like cleansing oil and the fresh liberating sensation from foaming facial wash. Either way, it is a win win situation.

But I do still recommend you to use a eye and lip makeup remover for a super waterproof product that usually made for the eyes and lips. Plus their formula are made for those sensitive areas as well.

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The product is available in three variant, mine is hydrating, there's brightening (in pink) and fresh for oily skin (in blue).

I got mine from hubby's recent trip to Singapore and I don't think it's available here in Indonesia.

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Thanks for reading my post.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Hello lovelies,

it's been a very long time (2 weeks) since my last review post. There's been grieving news lately and I'm sick too, hence I don't really have the time, energy, nor mood to do one thing that I really like. Blogging. So now, finally, I'm back.

This is a moisturizer that I've been using lately and loving it to the max.

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This new lightweight water gel absorbs quickly to nourish dehydrated, dry skin. It delivers vital hydration, which is the source of glowing skin, whenever you need it. So your skin will stay hydrated and smooth, with a healthy-looking glow.

• Oil-free and smooth to the touch
• Absorbs quickly into skin
• Lightweight and non-sticky
• Instantly quenches skin

- See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/category/moisturizers/hydro+boost.do#sthash.gjTv6xTi.dpuf

This new lightweight water gel absorbs quickly to nourish dehydrated, dry skin. It delivers vital hydration, which is the source of glowing skin, whenever you need it. So your skin will stay hydrated and smooth, with a healthy-looking glow.

• Oil-free and smooth to the touch
• Absorbs quickly into skin
• Lightweight and non-sticky
• Instantly quenches skin

- See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/category/moisturizers/hydro+boost.do#sthash.gjTv6xTi.dpuf

Product Highlight

• Oil-free
• Non-comedogenic
• Purified Hyaluronic acid
• Wearable under makeup

Product Description

• Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day. Naturally found in the skin, hydrating hyaluronic acid acts as a sponge for dry skin cells, moisturizing with up to 1,000 times its weight in water, resulting in more supple and smooth skin.

Ingredients

• While Neutrogena strives to keep ingredient lists on this website as accurate as possible, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, reliable, up-to-date, and error-free. Please refer to the ingredients list on the product packaging for the most accurate list of ingredients. Water, dimethicone, glycerin, dimeticone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylamide, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, dimethiconol, C13-14 isoparaffin, dimethicone crosspolymer, chlorphenesin, carbomer, laureth-7, sodium hyaluronate, ethylhexylglycerin, fragrance, C12-14 pareth-12, sodium hydroxide, blue 1

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So, how do I get this product? Well, hubby bought it on his trip to Singapore, we're both a huge fan of Neutrogena for years, they have amazing products that can be used by both male and female. Kids too.

One thing that we all can found in common is the need of hydration. But most product in the market doesn't just give hydration, a lot (especially in Indonesia) are 'bundled' with brightening, anti aging (whatever it is), firming and other 'bonus' benefit. Still, the one and only key to a healthy and beautiful skin is still hydration.

There's so many theories regarding hydrating the skin. A lot says it is about exfoliating, so the skin can be 'opened' and there's nothing that create barriers and the moisturizer can be 'accepted' by the skin. It is half true, but not all skin need exfoliating, in fact, a lot of problems happens due to over exfoliating.

Healthy skin exfoliate them self every 28 days, 'forcing' it to exfoliate before time might expose the 'young' skin cells that might look pretty and bright at first but then will become more dull than before the skin is not ready yet to be expose.

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So, if it's not needed, like when your skin is not super duper dull to the level where you rarely clean your face on daily basis (more like once a month), exfoliation is not needed.

Back to moisturizing, basic hydration, which is often understated, was actually the key for a good looking skin. This item is one of my utmost favorite, alongside with Kiehl's UFC, this gel is wonderful. It made my skin moist without being greasy. It has a light texture but enough for a dry and sensitive skin like mine.

The packaging is super cute with light clear blue, even thou it comes in a pot (the least hygienic packaging ever) still, those milky light blue gel looks so good.

With a hint of cool gel, it becomes almost watery on the skin, I can simply use any serum before hand and top it off with also anything I want, from UV protection, makeup base, and just about anything and it made the skin feels supple, happy and with the right amount of dewiness. For me, this is the never go wrong moisturizer.

Definitely recommended for anyone.

Neutrogena deep clean Hydrating Cleansing Oil

Hello lovelies,

lately I've been using a lot of cleansing oils, since it was part of my daily routine inside the shower room, from dirty and dry skin to the cleanliness that removes everything including tough makeup, cleansing oil seems like a must as it was a habit and I also enjoy the fresh clean feeling since it involves water.

A lot of people use a foaming facial wash after cleansing oil since they dislike the 'oily' feeling afterwards, it's ambiguity of the sensation, doesn't really means that it was oily, but there's this filmy leftovers that made the skin silky like.

Cleansing oils are infused with skincare ingredients (in most high end brands), so it was made to care for the skin as not just cleaning it. So there's no urgency to use foaming facial wash after cleansing oil. However, it was a personal option.

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There's not much of information I can get online, seems like this is not their new product (for sure), they already have cleansing oil to foam (which will be reviewed on my upcoming posts too), so the details are mostly on the images where the product is.

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First, let's open the plastic and the cucumber sticker. Definitely, there's a connection between the cucumber and the product, and the answer is it's said to be one of the ingredient, and the smell of the product is definitely cucumber too, hydrating fresh cucumber.

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As usual, I do some swatches of my favorite waterproof makeups from mascara, lippies, eyeliners and so on.

Let them sit for a while and sets real good before Neutrogena could do some action on them.

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And then, after an appropriate amount of time, I apply some of the oils on the swatches. Let them play for a bit before I massage them a bit and splash some water to emulsify.

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There's a very tough lippies and they are not letting go on the first round. A tips for me, use a cleansing cloth (dry and clean), put some cleansing oil on the cleansing cloth and gently rub the skin with the oiled clothed. All of the makeup will be gone. This is suitable when using very waterproof makeup.

When used on areas such as eyes, do close it real tight so the oils wont get into the eyes. There will be a cloudiness when opened afterwards after emulsifying and rinsing.

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But the result is definitely worth, it's so clean and comfortable too. Fresh, hydrating as it doesn't made my skin dry, and no leftovers no residue. I don't need a double cleanser when using Neutrogena deep clean Hydrating Cleansing Oil.

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Now, my clean skin is ready for some skincare.

Another tips: do massage the skin, lashes, lips, with the oils longer than 2 minutes. It gives the oils enough time to clean everything, including all the sebums in the pores.

Also available in other variants for different skin type.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash

Staying in a friend's house sometimes means using her products too heehee, thank you San San ^___^ and yup, different people use different product and what might be suitable for them, would not do the same to you.

In my own household my husband also uses Neutrogena and Oil-Free Acne Wash is one of his too. He like the product as it helps the oil on his face reduced, but me? My dry cheeks are screaming for moisture and dislike the product at all.

The lather is as lovely as the original Neutrogena, and so does how it feel during cleansing, smell, liquidity, color, well just about anything, until I rinse it up and dry my skin. Ow ow ow, I can feel it's like a different sensation, a bit more drying, my nose is quite happy actually but my cheeks are suffering.

2 times using the product redness comes on my cheeks. That's it, I think that's the end of our relationship, it does what it does anyway, so my verdict? Suitable for acne prone and oily face, but a big no no to dry cheeks, dry skin and sensitive as well.

Liquid Neutrogena

Hi all ^___^

New year just come and years passed us by, but still, Neutrogena stays as inside the comfort zone as I rarely find faults in them. So if you're looking for a product that safe, simple, no frills and fuss, but pure function, you'll love Neutrogena.

Me, personally have been using Neutrogena (on and off) for the past 16 years, from the lip balm, rain bath, to facial skin care, yes, they have many and 90% works all the time. Now, I'm passing this legacy to you when you want a skincare that just made for your skin. They have different types for different skin condition yet this one, I can say, is made for ALL skin type.

I really like the golden color and the aroma (rumors told me the new one have no scent at all now), easily lathered for customer's benefit and cleanse the skin well (daily debris only, makeup? Use makeup remover first) without striping it dry. My skin feels soft, clean and smooth afterwards.

I give this product a highly recommended star award ^___--

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION from neutrogena.com

Liquid Neutrogena® is pure and gentle cleansing for clean, clear, healthy-looking skin.

This glycerin-rich facial cleanser contains no harsh detergents. It removes excess oil and then rinses clean--without leaving any pore-clogging residue.

Get clean, clear, healthy-looking skin with Liquid Neutrogena®.

    Fragrance-free

    Oil-free

    Non-comedogenic (won't clog pores)

    Hypoallergenic

    Clean rinsing

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

I'm a big Neutrogena fan, I've been using their lip balm and tested through time where it really help my lip to stay in the cold, windy and dry winter. My husband use the Rainbath and we all love the scent.

Anyway now I just have this Water Gel (yes, I know it's been a while since they're launching, but my chance is now). My review? Love it! It's affordable, easy to use, easy to absorb, the texture is just is like a concentrated swimming pool, light blue color. But take note, it only provide moisture, I don't say moisture not important, it's just some of us are looking for an all in one like whitening effect, sunblock, anti-aging, etc, it's not here. A bit tips from me: use a serum to complement those needs and if use on daytime, use sunblock afterward.

So I use the product only at night or after showering in the afternoon. Morning? I still use my all in one moisturizer with sunblock. Gotta love sunblock living in a tropical island.

The scent, is subtle, not annoying, kinda fresh musk.

Here what it's say on the label:
With innovative Progressive Release System, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel replenish and retains water all day long. It's refreshing gel formula with purified Hyaluronic acid and Olive extract continuously releases moisture, making it available to dry skin cells for soft and supple skin with healthy glow.