MISHIBOX: May Unboxing & Review

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After a bit of a wait for me to post about, it's time to get stuck in May's MISHIBOX.

 First up we have ETUDE HOUSE 0.2 THERAPY AIR MASKS, these masks are hypo-allergenic masks that are designed to deliver nourishing ingredients without irritation. The sheet masks are very thin, allowing them to adhere to your skin perfectly. They only use EWG Level 1 and 2 ingredients. There are 15 different varieties available, which are: Ceramide (Powerful Moisture), Blueberry (Vital Firming), Snail (Glow Firming), Collagen (Plump Firming), Lotus (Calming Purifying), Manuka Honey (Moisture), Damask Rose (Water Recharge), Hyaluronic Acid (Hydrating Moisture), Pomegranate (Energy Glow), Strawberry (Vital Brightening), Lemon (Moisture Vital), Argan (Energy Firming), Olive (Moist Firming) Camellia (Elastic Gloss) and Calendula (Soothing Glow).

How To Use - After cleansing and toning, place sheet mask onto you face for 15-20 minutes. Pay any remaining essence to improve absorption.

 I got the olive mask which is the moist firming mask, personally for me there was too much essence on the mask. It was nice on my skin and it fit pretty well to my face shape and I loved the feel when I removed the mask. My skin at first was left feeling slightly greasy but overall was left feeling soft smooth and moisturised.

Retail Price: $2/£1.59

Rate 3.5/5

 Next we have PUREDERM ARGAN OIL MAKE-UP REMOVER CLEANSING TOWELETTES, these towelettes gently remove make-up, sebum and debris from your skin without irritation. They combine Argan Oil, Vitamin E, Green Tea and Aloe Vera for cleansing, toning and exfoliating, making your skin feel refreshed and soft.

How To Use - Use towelette to gently wipe skin. For waterproof make-up, let the towelette rest on the affected area for 10-15 seconds before wiping. Reseal pack after each use and dispose of used towelette in the trash as they're not suitable for flushing.

These towelettes smell really nice, they removed my make-up pretty well, with my skin being left feeling refreshed and clean. Sadly though for me, my lash line was left feeling sore from removing both my eyeliner and mascara, because of this I now cleanse first to remove my make-up and then use these to remove any remaining and missed make-up.

Retail Price: $5

Rate 3.5/5

Next we have SON & PARK BEAUTY WATER, this beauty water achieved K-Beauty cult-status as soon as it was released for it's multi-tasking effects, from cleansing, exfoliating to toning. It's created by celebrity makeup artists and this product preps the skin to create a smooth texture. You can use it in a morning to see how much better your makeup applies, as well as at night, as the Beauty Water will gently remove makeup, dirt and debris. It contains Lavender Water, Rose Water and Orange Fruit Extract to moisturise and hydrate skin, as well as Papaya Extract which exfoliates. It's also formulated without parabens, phthalatesand sulfates.

How To Use - After cleansing, apply an adequate amount onto a cotton pad and gently wipe your face. Use up to twice a day.

I thought this Beauty Water smelt gorgeous and had a really nice citrus smell. I'm not a fan of the top of the bottle as only a tiny bit of the beauty water came out, I had to really squeeze the bottle to get a decent amount out, but I'm just hoping that it was just a design fault on my bottle. It was really effective at removing my make-up and dirt and didn't irritate my lash line. My skin was also left feeling soft and clean.

We received a travel size of this product but the full size is available on the site.

Retail Price: $7.50 (Travel size) £23.80 (Full size)

Rate 4.5/5

 Next we have DR. DUO NOTOPHARM MOISTURE CREAM, this is an all-over moisture cream designed to be used from head to toe, and for all ages. The Notopharm Moisture Cream provides soft, gentle, yet deep moisturising effects. You can use it on your face, neck and/or body. The generously sized bottle will provide your entire family with lasting moisture.

How to Use - After cleansing, apply an adequate amount onto your skin, avoiding your eyes and lips. Cream may be used on face, neck and body. Use up to twice a day.

This cream smells really nice and it absorbed into my skin really well and quickly. Personally for me the cream is a little too thick for me to use as a moisturiser for my face, so I use it on my legs. It left my legs feeling really soft and moisturised and has become my favourite body moisturiser.
Retail Price: $22
Rate 5/5

Next we have MILKY DRESS BARBIE MAKE AUTO GEL LINER, this is a twist up gel liner that is available in dark brown and black. It's a gel eyeliner with a soft, creamy texture and ensures calligraphic precision and is smudge proof with high adherence that dries quickly.

 I was rather nervous about using this eyeliner as it's been a while since I've used a gel pen liner, let me also start off by saying the info card stated it was a pen eyeliner that was in our box but it was in fact a completely different product but from the same brand and line. I had a little trouble when it came to the application as the tip broke off twice while I was attempting to put it on. I wasn't expecting it to apply as well and as quickly as it did, it applied really smoothly even on top of my eye shadow, I had smooth lines which I never get from my gel and brush combo that I use. It was really long lasting and durable and didn't budge until it came to cleansing my make up off. I will happily buy this liner again and I have continued using it since my first use.
Retail Price: Unknown
Rate 5/5

 Lastly we have ETUDE HOUSE MY BEAUTY TOOL HAIR ROLLERS, these are hair rollers create beautiful curls without damaging heat. They come in two sizes: Medium and Large, so you can style the look you desire. The provided clips will secure the rollers in place while hair is styled.
How To Use - Comb out hair and roll a section of your hair with the roller. Secure with the clip. Apply heat with hair dryer or use without heat. Unroll after several minutes and style as desired. Leave roller in for a longer time for more pronounced curls.

I did try to use these to curl my fringe slightly, but when it comes to things like this I'm a complete novice so it didn't work out too well. I can say though that they work pretty efficiently I used a bit of heat for about a minute and then left the roller in till I was finished getting ready and removed it. There was a definite curl but because I seemed to have rolled it wrong it wasn't the prettiest of curls. For me it's a definitely a work in progress.
Retail Price: $4/£4.77
Rate N/A

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, they offer 4 different subscription offers for this box. They offer a monthly recurring subscription which is $19.95/£15.14 a month, a 3-month recurring subscription which is $59.85/£45.41, a 6-month recurring subscription which is $119.70/£90.83, as well as an annually recurring subscription which is $239.40/£181.65, this does not include the shipping fee which for the UK is $5.95. I pay £19.85 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. You can even buy 3, 6 and 12 month gift subscription boxes as well as one-time-only boxes for the month they are prepping and taking subscriptions for, prices are the same as above.

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.

I'd have to say my favourite products from the May box have to be the Dr. Duo Notopharm Moisture Cream and the Milky Dress Barbie Make Auto Gel Liner, these are my regular use products from this box. I have no June box as there was an error and my box's were stopped because of my bank card but everything is back up and running and I will be receiving the July box.

See you soon!

안녕

(Annyeong)

さようなら

(Sayonara)

再见

(ZaiJian)

Bye

MISHIBOX: February Unboxing & Review

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It's time to get stuck into February's box of goodies.

 First up we have a NATURE FORMULA BLACK HEATING EYE MASK, this is a 1 part eye mask that works together to maximise benefits. The step 1 Hydrogel Mask moisturises and minimises dark circles, and the step 2 Volcanic Heating Eye Mask gently warms to increase moisture absorption and soothe your skin.

How To Use - Use as the last step in your night-time skincare routine. Remove the white and clear sheets from the Step 1 Hydrogel Mask and place onto eyes. Then place the Step 2 Heating Mask on top of the hydrogel mask. Remove the Heating Mask after 5 minutes, then remove the Hydrogel Mask after 10-15 minutes.

I can't say I was a massive fan of this eye mask, I found it really fiddly and not the easiest to place everything once I couldn't see. On a positive note the skin around my eyes felt soft and moisturised as well as feeling soothed and my eyes feeling relaxed. I think it's a good mask to use if you're wanting to wind down before getting into bed.

Retail Price: $3/£2.31

Rate 3.5/5

 Next we have a NATURE FORMULA HONEY SOLUTION MASK, there were 3 varieties of these masks available and were random (Blooming Hydra Mask, Cocoon Pure Mask and Honey Solution Mask). They are all made with 100% Natural Cellulose to minimise irritation and dermatologically tested for safety. The cellulose contain "micro water holes" that retain large amounts of moisture, allowing you to keep them on for longer. The Blooming Hydra Mask is great for moisturising, the Honey Solution Mask is great for nourishing and the Cocoon Pure Mask is great for brightening.

How To Use - After cleansing and toning, remove the plastic backing and place mask onto face for 15-30 minutes. Pat any remaining essence to improve absorption.

 As you can see from above I got the Honey Solution Mask, I found it fiddly and was pretty saturated in essence, which I'm never a fan of. I left the mask on for 20 minutes as I got frustrated that I kept touching and checking the mask, as it felt like it kept moving and sliding down my face. The skin at the edges of the mask did feel a little itchy when I first applied the mask, but it was cooling on my skin. It initially left my skin feeling greasy, but after a short while my skin was left feeling soft and smooth as well as looking and feeling nourished.

Retail Price: $3/£2.31

Rate 3.5/5

 Next we have a SKIN WATCHERS COOLING PORE TIGHTENING MASK, this mask contains Kaolin, Clay, Peppermint Oil and Witch Hazel Extract to grab excess sebum and dirt to decrease the appearance of your pores. Green Tea Extract and Centella Extract are also included to calm irritated skin. The info card states that after several uses, you'll notice that your skin is less oily . All the ingredients are EWG-Green level ingredients, and Skin Watchers never test on animals.

How To Use - After cleansing, apply a thick layer onto skin, especially areas with excess sebum or enlarged pores. Avoid eyes and lips. Let dry for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Follow up with your regular skincare routine.

 I think this mask smells really nice and refreshing, I found it really easy and quick to apply. It felt really cooling on my skin and could feel it doing it's magic. My skin was left feeling soft, soothed and refreshed as well as looking clean and oil free.

Retail Price: $20/£15.40

Rate 5/5

 Next we have MILKYDRESS TAKE CARE SPOT, this is great for calming pimples and irritated spots, using ingredients such as Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Chamomile Extract and Portulaca Oleracea Extract. It also contains Arbutin to decrease dark spot formation.

How To Use - After cleansing and toning, dab a small amount of gel to pimples, blemishes, and dark spots. Use 2 to 3 times a day.

 I applied this to some pimples and applied it before bed, on waking up I noticed the pimples had calmed down and were nearly gone, It applies really easily and absorbs into the skin pretty quickly. I highly recommend, especially if you suffer a lot with outbreaks.

Retail Price: $12/£9.24

Rate 5/5

Last up we have an ETUDE HOUSE MY BEAUTY TOOL JELLYFISH SILICON BRUSH, this brush gently and deeply cleanses your pores. Use the top to create a lather and gently exfoliate, and use the bottom to to massage your skin.

How To Use - Apply your favourite cleanser to skin. Use the brush in a circular pattern to exfoliate and massage skin. After using, separate the brush and sponge, rinse, and dry completely.

This is pretty easy and simple to use, I think it's best to be used in a morning when you're fresh faced. I used it when removing my makeup, but didn't feel like it was very successful. I will happily keep using this product, especially on my makeup free days. It's really cute and really easily to separate and clean.

Retail Price: £7/£5.39

Rate 4/5

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, they offer 4 different subscription offers for this box. They offer a monthly recurring subscription which is $19.95/£15.14 a month, a 3-month recurring subscription which is $59.85/£45.41, a 6-month recurring subscription which is $119.70/£90.83, as well as an annually recurring subscription which is $239.40/£181.65, this does not include the shipping fee which for the UK is $5.95. I pay £19.85 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. You can even buy 3, 6 and 12 month gift subscription boxes as well as one-time-only boxes for the month they are prepping and taking subscriptions for, prices are the same as above.

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.

Overall I think February's box was a pretty decent box full of goodies. I have to say that my favourite product has to be the Take Care Spot gel, I use it every time I have a little break out and after a day or two they're gone. I also really loved the Cooling Pore Tightening Mask, it's definitely going to be a regular mask that I will be using.

I can't wait for my next box to see what goodies we will get.

See you soon!

 안녕

(Annyeong)

さようなら

(Sayonara)

再见

(ZaiJian)

Bye

MISHIBOX: December Unboxing & Review

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你好

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It's time to get stuck into December's MISHIBOX.

 First up we have ETUDE HOUSE SILK SCARF DOUBLE HAIR MASK, this hair mask is a DIY mask to deep condition your hair. The effects of this mask can last up to 7 days with just one treatment.

How To Use - After shampooing, squeeze out excess water from hair. Work step 1 into your hair, focusing on your hair tips. Then place step 2 hair cap onto your head and massage your hair gently. Leave on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse hair thoroughly with warm water.

 This hair mask smelt nice, it was a thick cream and was easy to work into my hair. The hair cap was a little big for my head, so bits of my hair kept falling out. Once I had dried my hair it was soft and silky and left my hair smelling gorgeous. I would definitely buy this mask again to use as a fortnightly/monthly hair mask. When I normally dry my hair it's all frizzy and needs straightening to look sleek, while this mask left my hair pretty straight from it being dried, meaning I didn't have to take a long time straightening it myself.

Retail Price: $5

Rate 5/5

 Next up we have a GOODAL MILD SHEET MASK, Goodal uses natural ingredients found in Korea and utilises modern technology to bring the full benefits to to your skin. These sheet masks are made from 100% Eco-friendly Bamboo Fibre for a smooth, comfortable fit. Varieties include Apple which is smoothing, Citron which is brightening, Mugwork which is soothing, Green Tea which is Moisturising, Lotus which is pore tightening, Tea Tree which soothing, Blueberry which is vitalising, Ginseng which is moisturising, Quince which is nourishing and Raspberry which is firming.

How To Use - After cleansing and toning, place sheet mask onto face for 15-20 minutes. Pat any remaining essence to improve absorption.

 I got the Green Tea mask and it smelt nice. It was really cooling on my skin and I liked how the essence absorbed into my skin, leaving my skin feeling soft and moisturised, I'd happily use it again.

Retail Price: $2

Rate 5/5

Next up we have CALMIA OATMEAL THERAPY CLEANSING TISSUES, these cleansing tissues wipe away makeup, dirt and debris from your skin without irritating or drying out your skin. They're formulated with Oatmeal Extract and Mungbean Extract, which are excellent for soothing skin, and Papaya Extract is also added for it's gentle exfoliation properties.
How To Use - Gently wipe skin to remove makeup, dirt and debris. For harder to remove makeup, apply the tissue onto area for 5-10 minutes before wiping.

I was really pleasantly surprised by these cleansing tissues, normally when I use wipes to remove my make up, it takes a while, meaning I end up using 3-4 wipes (on both sides) to remove everything, also leaving my skin feeling irritated and my eyes feeling sore and tender. These cleansing tissues removed my makeup really well and pretty quickly, just 1 tissue removed a majority of my makeup, only leaving behind a little bit of mascara and eyeliner. My skin was left feeling clean and soft as well as being gentle on my eyes and not leaving the skin around my eyes and my lash line feeling sore and tender. I think these are perfect for removing dirt and makeup when you're too tired or don't want to be in the bathroom a while cleansing and rinsing your face.
Retail Price: $5
Rate 5/5

 Next we have IUNIK PROPOLIS VITAMIN SLEEPING PACK, this is a convenient and effective sleeping pack that can also be used during the day on those extra dry spots. It contains 16% Propolis Extract which is great foe moisturising and softening the skin, and 8% Vitamin Tree Fruit Extract for evening out your skin tone. With the addition of 5% Centella Extract which helps calm sensitive skin. It contains no artificial fragrance and is formulated with all Green Level EWG ingredients.
How To Use - After cleansing and toning, apply an adequate amount onto your face and neck. Leave on overnight. For use during the day, apply a thin layer onto dry spots.

 I was a little nervous about using this sleeping pack as the first and last time I used anything that contained Propolis, my skin didn't agree and I reacted to it, so I was glad and pleasantly surprised when I had no reaction to it. It smells gorgeous and absorbs into my skin really quickly, after applying my skin felt soft and moisturised, and I woke up to my skin still feeling soft and moisturised as well as glowing. I use this up to twice a week and my skin loves it.
Retail Price: $18/£14.02
Rate 5/5

 Lastly we have MAKEUP HELPER ART HOLIC SOFT FIT LIPSTICK, Makeup Helper collaborated with Korean artists to feature the illustrations on their packaging. Swipe onto your lips for a special occasion and see how much a little makeup can improve your mood. The semi-matte colours are suitable for both special occasions and everyday wear, and go on smoothly.
How To Use - Apply onto clean lips as often as desired.

The lipstick shade I got was Autumn Rose, it does as it says and it applies smoothly, it left my lips feeling moisturised. This lipstick has normal wear and tear when it comes to drinking and eating and needs reapplying after a while. I love the colour a perfect shade of red for the winter months. I also love the packaging it's so girly and pretty.
Retail Price: $16
Rate 5/5

Now it's time to get down to the business side of the MISHIBOX, they offer 4 different subscription offers for this box. They offer a monthly recurring subscription which is $19.95/£15.14 a month, a 3-month recurring subscription which is $59.85/£45.41, a 6-month recurring subscription which is $119.70/£90.83, as well as an annually recurring subscription which is $239.40/£181.65, this does not include the shipping fee which for the UK is $5.95. I pay £19.85 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. You can even buy 3, 6 and 12 month gift subscription boxes as well as one-time-only boxes for the month they are prepping and taking subscriptions for, prices are the same as above.

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.

Decembers MISHIBOX was my 3 year anniversary and I don't think I could have got a better box of products, I loved them all but I highly recommend the Silk Scarf Double Hair Mask, the Oatmeal Therapy Cleansing Tissues and the Art Holic Soft Fit Lipstick. I'm on the hunt for more of the hair mask as I loved how my hair looked and felt after using it. If you ever suffer from irritated skin after using cleansing wipes to remove makeup, then I highly recommend the Oatmeal Therapy Cleansing Tissues, I'm often put off wearing makeup because of the time it takes removing it but these wipes are heavenly and perfect for me. Decembers box was really 5 star and I can't wait to see what January's box brings.

See you soon!

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