MISHIBOX: January Unboxing & Review

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안녕하세요 

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It's time to get stuck into January's MISHIBOX goodies.

First up we have A'PIEU NONCO TEA TREE SPOT PATCH, each pack contains one sheet that has six small and six large patches, they are used to help soothe and treat trouble spots, each patch contains tea tree essential oil, grape seed oil and hyaluronic acid.
How To Use - After cleansing and drying your face, apply the patch to the desired are. Leave on for 8-12 hours. Remove the patch after the recommended duration.

I'm sure we've had these before, in fact I got these in my first ever MISHIBOX back in December 2015 and I never got to try them as it's very rare that I have any spot break outs. I misplaced my last packet but I will be keeping these handy this time as I always seem to have a little bit of a skin breakout when I've worn make-up. At the moment my skin is pretty clear so again I've not been able to test them.

Retail Price: $1.50/£0.90

Rate N/A

Next we have SKIN'S BONI YOGURT BONIMINI WASH OFF MUD PACK IN GREEN TEA, this mud pack is available in 3 different varieties: Green Tea, Pine Needles and Charcoal. This mud pack helps balance your skin to it's optimal pH of 5.5. It contains Bentonite and Kaolin to remove sebum and debris from your skin, while the Green Tea powder helps calm irritated skin.

How To Use - Apply an even layer to clean skin. Let it dry for 15 minutes, then wash off with warm water. Follow up with your normal skincare routine.

I absolutely loved this mud pack, it was really easy and quick to apply, I found that it spread really easy around the face compared to others I've tried. I could feel the mask drying as it was making my face tight and hard to move my features and it did take a while to remove but overall my skin felt clean and soft.
Retail Price: $4/£2.85
Rate 5/5

 Next we have our spotlight product PUREBESS MULTI-4 SYN-AKE CREAM, so what is Syn-Ake I hear both you and myself ask. Syn-Ake is a synthetic peptide developed to mimic snake venom, namely from the Temple Viper, native to Southeast Asia. In low doses snake venom can be used to our advantage and in this case, to help improve the appearance of wrinkles. Syn-Ake works by reducing muscle contractions in the face, keeping the appearance of smooth skin. The mechanism of Syn-Ake in reducing wrinkles is similar to that of Botox.
How To Use - After cleansing and toning, spread a thin layer onto concerned areas such as corners of eyes and neck. Use up to twice a day.

 I thought this cream smelt nice and even though it felt like a thick cream it did apply nicely. I applied it to my whole face but paid extra attention to the corners of my eyes, forehead and neck as I think they are the main areas that you can show signs of ageing. It's definitely a product that you won't get clear results until after a few months of usage.
Retail Price: $15/£10.70
Rate 5/5

Next we have RE,DNA DUAL EFFECT EYEZONE PACK, this eye pack uses EGF which is Epidermal Growth Factor to help increase elasticity and moisture to the sensitive skin around your eyes.
How To Use - After cleansing and toning, place the patches under your eyes for 15-20 minutes.

 These are really easy to apply (honestly it's not rocket science), they did feel a little itchy while they were on but I'm assuming that was from the patches from drying. the skin under my eyes felt really soft one patches were removed and my skin was also left feeling moisturised and looking brighter.
Retail Price: $2/£1.43
Rate 5/5

Lastly we have MACHIHYUN 20% CALMING AMPULE, this ampule contains Portulaca oleracea extract and Glycerin to calm irritated skin and increase moisture. MISHIBOX highly recommend using it for skin chapped by harsh, fry weather and can also use it on skin troubled by breakouts.
How To Use - After cleansing and toning skin, roll-on an adequate amount onto affected area.

This applies really quick and easy and I applied it on and around my nose, chin and under my eyes, all areas where my skin can really dry out as well as place where I get breakouts often. Once rolled on it dried pretty quickly, the skin around my eyes can feel really sore and irritated when I've removed my make-up but this ampule pretty much instantly calmed down that irritation and soreness.
Retail Price: $22/£15.70
Rate 5/5

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, it seems that they no longer off different subscription offers as the only one available now on the website is the monthly recurring subscription which is $19.95/£16.33 a month, this does not include the shipping fee which for the UK is $5.95. I pay £20 a month including shipping for my box and I'm sure you can see from the products you get it's really worth the investment even with the extra charges for the box from my bank it's still a worthwhile subscription. You really get more than your moneys worth from the box, these boxes are extremely popular and sell out really fast so if you interested I would suggest being quick to avoid disappoint.

If you have liked what you have seen in this post then head to the MISHIBOX website, and possibly sign up for their amazing subscription box, it's even great as a gift for a beauty enthusiast.

While I loved all the products in January's MISHIBOX nothing really wowed me or excited me, normally when I first open my box I get really excited and rush to try out the products but I didn't with this box, I don't want to put the blame on the box as I could have just been hit with a case of new year blues but I am excited for February's box. I do recommend the products in January's box as I did get some amazing skin results but nothing left me thinking WOW!

See you soon!

안녕
(Annyeong)
さようなら
(Sayonara)
再见
(ZaiJian)

Bye

MISHIBOX: February Unboxing & Review

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Annyeong

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I'm still loving the new style info card and I love that each month we have a product that's in the spotlight, February's spotlight is on Sam & Sean's The Broccoli Essence.

Now lets get stuck in!

 First up we have NO:HJ BANANAMAN SSUL MASK PACK, the info card says this pack, packs a serious punch of moisture. The varieties available for us to receive in the February box were Honey, Green Tea, Bamboo, Snail, Cucumber, Lemon and Pomegranate.

How To Use - After cleanser and toner, place on face for 15-20 minutes. Pat the remaining essence to increase absorption. Use 1-3 times weekly.

 I was rather surprised when I opened the mask and saw that it was black, it's the first time I've seen a face mask be that colour. I thought the mask smelt really nice and it seemed easier to apply than other masks that I've used before, I think it was because the mask itself felt a thicker material. I got the Honey mask and I loved how smooth and moisturised my skin felt after, I was patting my skin for a while though after removing the mask as there was still a lot of remaining essence left on my skin.

Retail Price: $3/£2.42

Rate 4/5

 Next we have an ESFOLIO HAND AND NAIL VITAL MASK, this mask moisturises and deep conditions hands chapped by the harsh winter weather. It also helps with cuticle health, it's basically a sheet mask for hands!

How To Use - Place glove over each clean hand. Let the essence soak into your hands for 20 minutes. Remove gloves and pat any remaining essence onto hands to increase absorption.

 I really liked this hand mask as it left my hands feeling soft, smooth and brighter. I used it before painting my nails as a treat to myself, plus why treat your hands if you're not going to pain your nails as a finishing touch. I really love the packaging for this product as it had my favourite animal on it; a panda. I really recommend this mask especially through the winter months when your hands can really suffer from the cold weather.

Retail Price: $3/£2.42

Rate 5/5

 Next we have the spotlight product, SAM & SEAN THE BROCCOLI ESSENCE. Here's more info on this item, Sam & Sean is a brand created by 2 best friends since middle school, Sam & Sean. Sam's background in chemistry and Sean's work as a photographer/artist allowed them to create a fun skincare line called Haters & Lovers. This product The Broccoli Essence is part of the Lovers & Haters line, which focuses on brightening the skin. It contains powerful antioxidants such as Vitamin C and beta carotene which is found in broccoli to fight pigmentation and aging.

How To Use - After cleansing, spread a dime-sized amount evenly onto face and neck. Follow up with your favourite moisturiser and/or cream.

I love the overall design for this product and I'm not surprised that it's the spotlight product of this box, the box and bottle looks fresh and elegant and I love that it has a little squeezer so you can control how much of the essence you use. It smells gorgeous and my face and neck were left feeling smooth and slightly brighter. I will be continuing to use this product in my daily skincare routine and highly recommend this to anyone that wants to give it a try, I really think and believe it's worth the price tag.

Retail Price: $32/£25.84

Rate 5/5

Next we have an A'PIEU NON-LATEX BLENDING PUFF, this puff is perfect for all your blending needs! You can use with concealers, BB Creams and foundation for the perfect coverage.

How To Use - For a matte look, use a dry puff to blend product onto face. For a glowing look, soak puff in water and squeeze out excess, then blend product onto face. Puff can be cleaned with warm water and mild soap. Do not twist the puff as this can rip it.

This is the first time I've had a blending puff before and I've still not built up the courage to try using it yet, I'm too scared of not doing it correctly and having a line round my face of my foundation and knowing my luck, I'll end up ripping it, I do think it's a pretty colour though.

Retail Price: $5/£4.04

Rate N/A

Lastly we have the HOLIKA HOLIKA PIG-NOSE CLEAR BLACKHEAD STEAM STARTER, this product contains Moroccan ghassoul clay to crab impurities, dirt and sebum from your pores for skin free of blackheads.

How To Use - After cleansing, apply product onto nose and other problem areas. Gently massage with your fingers for 3 minutes. Rinse with warm water and follow up with your routine skincare. Use 1-3 times a week.

 I was expecting this to be like the black masks that you peel off that I've been seeing around on social media a lot lately, but was surprised that it was like a gel. I found it amusing that while massaging it into my nose it began melting from the warmth and ended up running down my face which i wasn't aware that this had happened till it was on my lips and I liked it. I think to see proper results from this product you need to use it 3 times a week especially when first starting to use it as to me I still had visable blackheads. The info card does state that you can only use it once for it to be effective, but it didn't seem that way to me.
Retail Price: $10/£8.09
Rate 3/5

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, it seems that they no longer off different subscription offers as the only one available now on the website is the monthly recurring subscription which is $19.95/£16.33 a month, this does not include the shipping fee which for the UK is $5.95. I pay £20 a month including shipping for my box and I'm sure you can see from the products you get it's really worth the investment even with the extra charges for the box from my bank it's still a worthwhile subscription. You really get more than your moneys worth from the box, these boxes are extremely popular and sell out really fast so if you interested I would suggest being quick to avoid disappoint.

If you have liked what you have seen in this post then head to the MISHIBOX website, and possibly sign up for their amazing subscription box, it's even great as a Christmas gift for a beauty enthusiast.

February's box lived to it's expectations and even though I gave the Pig-Nose Clear Blackhead Steam Starter a 3/5 rating I am going to continue to use it and see if it does eventually after a few more uses does what it says it does. I'm excited to know what our March box spotlight product will be and also what range of products we will be getting in our next box.

See you soon!

Annyeong
Sayonara
Zai Jian
Bye

MISHIBOX: January Unboxing & Review

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An nyeoung

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Welcome back to another unboxing and review for MISHIBOX, before I delve into the box I want to say that since the December box I've been using all the products within and my skin has seriously improved within just a month, I used to get lots of dry skin and blocked pores mainly round my nose so would need to exfoliate quite a bit but since using December's MISHIBOX my skin has felt smoother and softer, no wonder Koreans always seem to have such flawless and breathtaking skin. I already have products from the December box on my shopping list.

I maybe only on my second box but I feel what I said in my last post will be true and this subscription box will not only be more financially the best subscription box I'm subscribed to but it's already making me feel more confident within my skincare routines, lets get unboxing.

The same as last month it arrives in the stunning pink company box, I grin like a cheshire cat when I see this box is sat waiting for me.

Again on opening the box the products within were practically gift wrapped with gold tissue paper with the cute MISHIBOX bunny sticker.

I succeeded this time in not ripping the paper and sticker and on first glace the products were hidden underneath 3 info cards, 1 being the main info card telling us about each item and how to use them, 1 being another in depth how to info leaflet about one of the products within the box and finally we got a little happy new year card telling us about the little extra product we got in this months box to celebrate the new year as well as how to use it.

First time in the box is the RE:CIPE Slowganic Sheet Mask, this mask was randomly selected from a choice of 5 different sheet masks with different benefits. Aloe replenishes hydration to dry skin and soothes irritated areas, Grape minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and improves elasticity, Peach improves elasticity and suppleness, Tangerine evens out uneven skin tone and lightens dark spots and Tomato gives your skin a healthy and radiant glow.

How To Use - After your cleanser and toner, apply the sheet mask onto your face. Remove after 15-20 minutes. Gently pat any remaining essence onto your skin.

I got the peach sheet mask (if you didn't figure it out from the picture) and like the last mask review it was really easy to apply minus the mask being a lot larger than my face this time round it overlapped quite a bit. The mask smelt divine and left my skin feeling smooth and refreshed and giving a more youthful glow. My only fault is that this mask was a lot more soaked than the Propolis one I used and dripped now and again from my chin but that could have been because of the bends and creases in the sheet from how I'd placed it. I definitely recommend giving this mask a try.

Retail Price: $2/£1.39

Rate 5/5

Next up we have the ettang Modelling Take-Out Cup Pack like the mask this one was randomly selected from 3 of the 10 choices they have available on the site and again each having different benefits. Peppermint moisturizes, smooths skin texture and brightens skin tone, Yogurt softens and smooths dry skin, and brightens skin tone and Propolis nourishes and soothes problematic skin.

How To Use - Remove included spatula. Pour water into the cup so that the water to powder ratio is 1 to 3(about 54 ml of water), but you can adjust thickness as preferred. Rapidly apply onto your face in order of cheek, chin, bridge of nose, and forehead. Remove the pack after 15-10 minutes. Remove any remaining residue by using a cotton pad soaked in toner.

This was really fun to make and apply it was also a little messy but I can make the easiest task into one of the most difficult, it looks like it's in a little ramen snack pot (or any other snack food pot). I LOVED it and can't wait to try out the other pots minus the Propolis as I learnt that it doesn't agree with my skin, to be honest I'm lucky that I didn't get the Propolis one again with them selected at random. I did notice a little redness round the ends of the pack but I think was because it was too thin on the edges and not applied thick enough for when it dried a bit. My face definitely feels smoother and has more colour and glow.

Retail Price: $4/£2.79

Rate 5/5

Next up we have the W-Lab Silky-Eye Primer, on the info card we are told to 'say good-bye to eyeshadow creases and hello to more vibrant colours'. The primeris formulated with cherry blossom extract to help your skin to regain it's vitality and calm the skin.

How To Use - Before applying make-up, spread a small amount of the primer onto your clean and non-oily eyelids. Pat gently to help with absorption.

I now use this every time I apply my make up, it's really easy to apply. I've only just started to apply eyeshadow again and with this eye primer, it definitely applies smoother and doesn't take as long to blend in two different colours. I definitely recommend this to all the ladies & men(K-pop stars do) that wear eyeshadow a lot and spend a while blending away the eyelid creases.

Retail Price: $15/£10.45

Rate 5/5

Next up is the Skylake Oriental Herbal Relax Toner, this toner mist is made from 100% extracted and distilled water containing eighteen different oriental herbs and is said to moisturize your skin while minimizing surface oil build-up. We received a mini sized bottle of this toner with their being 3 different sizes available.

How To Use - Spray the toner mist 2-3 times onto your face and then gently pat your skin to help it absorb. Use after cleansing, before make-up, after shaving or anytime your skin feels dry.

This is another item I now use each time I apply my make up, I'm even thinking of starting to use it on my legs as they often get really dry and itchy. My only fault with this toner is that it doesn't exactly have the best smell when you apply it, thankfully it doesn't last long and soon disappears.

Retail Price: $5/£3.48-20 ml $24/£16.71-100 ml $42/£29.25-250 ml

Rate 4/5

Next up we have the RE:CIPE Slowganic Cleanser Mini 3 Set, which is basically a tester set for the bigger individual pots of each cleanser. It's a handmade cleanser that has a low pH and hypoallergenic, the info card states that the cleansers effectively remove make-up and other impurities. All 3 of the cleansers have different benefits so that with this mini set you can see which works best for you and possibly invest in the larger tubs. Lemon improves skin complexion and texture, Green Tea soothes troubled skin, Adlay moisturizes dry and rough skin.

How To Use - With dry hands, take a small amount of the cleanser and gently massage onto your face until the make-up is removed. Wet your face with water to form bubbles, then wash off with warm water. To use as a pack, leave the cleanser on your face for a slightly longer duration before washing off.

I first tried and tested the Adlay cleasner which I was surprised and happy that it pretty much removed all of the make up I had on that day, it was easy to apply and the smell wasn't to my liking, it didn't smell bad but just wasn't for me. personally this cleanser wasn't the best for my skin, I can often suffer from dry and rough skin but sadly for me this cleanser left my skin feeling a little tight so maybe my skin isn't dry enough for this one.
Rate 3/5

Next to be tried and tested was the Green Tea cleanser, I'm a big fan of Green Tea, well drinking it anyway and this cleanser smelt divine, again it was easy to apply but this one seemed to struggle with removing some of my tougher make-up. My skin was left feeling refreshed after this one but sadly I had to re-cleanse and toner to remove the random strays of mascara, eyeliner and lipstick from around my face.
Rate 4/5

Lastly to be tried and tested was the Lemon cleanser and this one was amazing, it smelt lush and it smelt good enough to eat. This one like the other two was really easy to apply and left my face feeling soft, smooth and refreshed. This one also had no problem removing my make-up. I definitely think I will be buying the full size of this one to use every now and again and even use it as a pack to give a more deeper cleanse.

Rate 5/5

Retail Price: $7/£4.88-mini set $24/£13.93-100g

Last up from the main subscription items is the A'PIEU Color Long wear Shadow Stick this was selected at random from 2 choices, I'm not sure on what the other choice to the one I received is as I can't find it on the site and doesn't appear under it's brand. This eyeshadow is said to be both waterproof and long-lasting and applies easily and smoothly to the eyelids. The shadow stick is formulated with argan oil to help moisturize dry eyelids, jewel powder to add sparkle to your eyes and aloe powder to help moisturize sensitive eyes.

How To Use - Lightly Spread the eyeshadow onto your eyelids with the shadow stick and then gently blend with your fingertips.

This shadow stick is extremely easy to apply and is definitely long lasting, I'm not sure about the waterproof part as I was wearing this when I tested the Lemon cleanser and it was removed but that could be because I was using something other than water. I love that it's really glittery but sadly in the picture you can't really tell I'm wearing it. For someone that doesn't wear much eyeshadow this is a product I will continue to use.
Rate 5/5

Now the gift product we received for New Year is the SUN CLAMUE Hydrogel Collagen Mask, we may only have one sachet with one mask but you can tell from the packaging and explaination that it's really a high end mask, product and brand and I feel thankful to be able to receive and try it as a bonus. It's a high-grade nutritional gel mask containing Green Tea Extract, which tightens and soothes weary skin and controls skin aging caused by oxidation. It's also formulated with low molecule Marine Collagen Extract, which effectively increases facial skin elasticity. It's said to be a soothing, moisturizing, rejuvinating and nourishing mask that is great for ALL skin types.

How To Use - Wash your face and dry thoroughly. Apply an eye-cream or toner prior to using the mask for better results. Separate the gel mask from the transparent film and apply the mask to your face. Remove the mask after 20-30 minutes. There is no need to rinse or wash your face.

This mask is amazing and I will be treating myself every now and then to this mask, when I used this mask the skin at the corners of my eyes were dry and sore from watering all day at work, by the time I removed this mask the soreness and tenderness was gone as they felt soothed and moisturized. The mask was easy to apply with it being in two sections making it easier to get over both my eyes and nose and then applying the second half round my mouth. I kept it on for the full 30 minutes to get the full benefits. All round my skin felt and looked so much better. I HIGHLY recommend this mask to anyone and everyone, just be careful you don't scare anyone with the mask. Thank You for this bonus item MISHIBOX.

Retail Price: $7/£4.88-1pc $30/£20.89-5pc

Rate 5/5

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, like most subscription services there are many options to choose from and MISHIBOX is no different. You can choose from the annual subscription box which is $239.40/£163.66 upfront so that means you can relax knowing a years worth of boxes have been paid for, a 12 month subscription box which is the same price as the above apart from this one only lasts 12 months, a 6 month subscription box which is $119.70/£81.83 and this finishes after 6 months, a 3 month subscription box which is $59.85/£40.92 which again finishes after 3 months and lastly a monthly subscription box which is $19.95/£13.64 and is a reoccurring payment each month, all boxes also have shipping fee's which even with the shipping fee the price of the box is worth it for what you get inside it. These boxes are extremely popular and sell out really fast so if you interested I would suggest being quick to avoid disappoint, to show how popular they are the next month you can sign up for is April.

Like what you have seen in this post then head to the MISHIBOX website.

I'm anticipating my next box already.

MISHIBOX HWAITING

See you soon!

An nyeoung

Sayonara

Zai Jian

Bye