Mommy's Cosmo Reviews

11/21/2019

I have never heard of this brand until my sister brought it back from Canada! My sensitive skin doesn’t do well with vitamin C skincare, but this one is sooooo good! It doesn’t irritate my skin at all. It feels like oil droplets when it is applied to the skin, and you will see your face much brighter in the morning✨. I love it and I am glad it is also available in US. The company is currently running a sale of everything 23% off now. Now that’s the cherry on the top 🍒.
Regular price is $12.90 (not bad at all for vitamin C serum). Now is $9.93! www.deciem.com

11/21/2019

❤❤30% My favorite brand is having a site-wide sale!❤❤

Shu Uemura offers 30% off
- Get 3 Deluxe Samples of Cleansing Oil with ANY order over $75 and get free makeup pouch on order over $90, via code SHUBF
-Get free sample at checkout. Free shipping over $50. Deal ends 12/1
https://www.shuuemura-usa.com/makeup

04/04/2019

Hooray!!!! 20% Off with code FRIEND. Ends 4/9.

01/28/2019

Have you tired skincare? They have high quality products with very reasonable price. I am currently using this Moisturizing Toning Water for sensitive skin and my skin really likes it. This one has some lightening effect and it does a good job to even out my skin tone. It is currently on sale for $22.80 💕https://www.muji.us/store/sensitive-skinbrightening-toning-water-toner-400ml-4549337418752.html

11/10/2018

Finally feels like fall in SoCal 🍂I am using this almond shower oil daily to keep my skin hydrated in this dry weather.

Good things also come in Jumbo packages.
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10/03/2018

[Shiseido Aqualabel White Up (Blue) Line- Part 3: Cream] Today I am wrapping up my review on the Shiseido Aqualabel White Up Line with the moisturizing cream - White Up Cream III. It is designed for dry to extra dry skin, which I am very eager to try for this dry fall weather in the Southern California.
Being known as the No.1 Japanese brand, I was confident about the quality of all Shiseido products. The Aqualabel line is not the newest product line they have, but I just randomly picked it up at a drugstore in Japan during my trip last year. Just because it was a Shiseido product, so I think why not give it a try?
Here is the link to the Aqualabel Blue Line on Shiseido's Japan website:
🌺http://www.shiseido.co.jp/aqua/product/bihaku/

The Aqualabel White Up line focuses on:
1. Moisture - Keeping the skin firmly moist by protecting the natural water retention barrier function of the skin
2 Whitening - Focus on the unique condition of the skin that can cause spots, effectively suppress activation of melanocytes.

The Aqualabel White Up Cream III has a complete different texture than the White Up Emulsion II (which is for normal to dry skin). It feels more like a gel-cream and it is not as liquidy as the emulsion. I use the White Up Cream III at night and the White Up Emulsion II in the morning, as the cream helps locking in more moisture at night while the skin undergoes the cell renewal cycle. Here are the instructions on the back:

"After the lotion, take 2 pearl grains at the fingertip and place in 5 faces (cheeks, forehead, nose, chin) of the face.
Starting from a wide part such as cheeks and feet, carefully adapt to the face of the face from the center of the face towards the outside."

The cream feels thicker than the Emulsion II. However, it absorbs to my skin pretty quickly. I like it as the cream acts as extra moisture for my skin and it smells great. The only down side is I can feel a little sticky on my hands and my face afterward. The sticky feeling went away after a night of sleep. Therefore, I would recommend using the White Up Cream III as a night cream.

After using the Aqualabel White Up Lotion, Emulsion and Cream for two weeks, I can tell there is a noticeable brightening effect while my face feels well hydrated. This set did not cause any acne on my face, but it does not state on the packaging that this product line is non comedogenic.
As the other Aqualabel products, you can purchase the Aqualabel White Up Cream III on Amazon for about US$35.

Repurchase? Yes!
Recommend? Yes! ❤️

09/27/2018

[Shiseido Aqualabel White Up (Blue) Line- Part 2: Emulsion]
I reviewed the lotion(more like toner) yesterday. Today I am going to review the Shiseido Aqualabel White Up Emulsion II. This is designed for normal-dry skin. I have also bought the Aqualabel White Up Cream which is tailored for dry skin, which I will review in my later post.
Aqualabel is one of Shiseido's cosmetics brand that is sold in Japan. This brand sells three ranges of products, the blue line is for whitening, the red line is for mature skin and the teal blue is for acne-prone skin. The newest addition is the gold line that is formulated with golden royal jelly. There have not been many reviews about this skincare line, therefore I hope I can provide you some insights about this product.
Here is my review of their White Up Emulsion II! I have known this product lines for a couple years, and I love their light texture, yet it is very concentrated and super gentle on the skin. The emulsion moisturizer is packaged in a slightly translucent bottle that it allows you to see the product inside. The White Up Emulsion II feels non-sticky, and has this dewy texture. The instruction on the back says:

"After the lotion, take a 10 yen coin size in the palm or cotton, let it fit the whole face.
Start from a wide part such as cheeks, let's fit the roundness of the face towards the outside from the center of the face, slowly gently adapt to the corners of the face.

When applying to the neck, let it blend from the bottom to the top at the end."

I poured about the size of the nickel (US50cents), and just applied it on my face. This light-textured moisturizer really perk up skin that look dull, and I find that this milky texture is very easy to layer on my skin. It absorbs very well on the skin and feels dewy. It prepares the skin well to apply makeup foundation afterwards. Just like other products in the Aqualabel blue line, this products contains m-tranexamic acid which is supposed to help prevent melanin production as well as being an effective whitening agent. All the products in this line also contain hyaluronic acid which helps retaining water in your skin and is a great moisturizing agent. I have used this emulsion milk in the morning and night for a couple weeks now, and I can tell my skin is plump, hydrated, and more brightened.
Again, this product line is sold in pharmacy stores in Japan, but you can find the Aqualabel White Up Emulsion II on Amazon for around $20-25. It lasts me for 2-3 months.

Repurchase? Likely, in spring/summer season, but I need a little more moisturizing in fall/winter season.
Recommend? Yes! for normal-combination skin

09/26/2018

[Shiseido Aqualabel White Up (Blue) Line- Part 1: Lotion]

I am a big fan of Japanese skincare products. To me, shopping in Japanese cosmetics store is like a little girl going to a candy store. I am always in awe of the massive numbers of items available, along with their pretty packaging. Whenever we visit Japan, there are particular items that I always stock up. Shiseido Aqualabel is one of them.
Aqualabel is a Shiseido conglomerate focusing on skin care. This brand is geared towards women who need great quality skin care that is practical and affordable at the same time. I bought the White Up line as my main concern was to defend my skin from the sunny Southern California, and would like to achieve a bright and more even skin tone.
For those who can read Japanese, here is the official Aqualabel website (or if you are like me, who is always fascinated with Japanese commercials and ads 🤣) https://www.shiseido.co.jp/aqua/product/bihaku/

I have purchased the White Up Lotion III, White Up Emulsion II and White Up Cream as the weather is SoCal is dry and my skin is too. First, I am going to review the White Up Lotion III.
The White Up Lotion is available in I (さっぱり for normal-oily skin), II (しっとり for normal-dry) and III(とてもしっとり for dry skin). It is basically a toner and it is to be applied after washing your face. Here is translation of the instructions on the back of the bottle:

"After washing the face, take a 500 yen coin size on the palm or cotton, let it fit the whole face.
Start from a wide part such as cheeks, let's fit the roundness of the face towards the outside from the center of the face, slowly gently adapt to the corners of the face.

When applying to the neck, let it blend from the bottom to the top at the end."

I take about the size of a quarter of it and apply it on my face using my palm. I have used White Up Lotion II previously, and was little worried III will be too thick. To my surprise, it still absorbs quickly, making my skin feel supple. It prepares my skin well for moisturizer. I absolutely ❤️love❤️ this toner. It has a very faint floral smell that disappears when the product goes to my hand. I have used White Up Lotion III for couple weeks now and it didn't cause any breakouts on my face. I like how moist my skin feels throughout the day. And we are taking about low humidity in LA in September!

The Aqualabel White Up Lotion has also earned many Best Cosmetics Awards on many of the Japanese magazines. http://www.shiseido.co.jp/aqua/award/

This Aqualabel product line is sold in pharmacy stores in Japan. I have seen them available in some local Japanese cosmetics stores in Arcadia and Temple City. Fortunately, it is easy to purchase online also. You can find the Aqualabel White Up Lotion III on Amazon for about $20.

Repurchase? Yes!
Recommend? Definitely Yes!

09/26/2018

HELLO THERE! I'M SHARON.
I am excited to share with you my personal and honest experience. I wish that you will enjoy reading my reviews as it is my goal that these reviews will remain accurate based on the product performance. As a Mom of two boys, I understand that it is not easy to find time to take care of ourselves. A while ago, one of my lady friends (who also has lots of Mom wisdom) once reminded me that we have to take care of body and appearance, when my kids were very little. She explained to me that we, as Moms, often pour so much energy and time on our kids and family, but neglected our own basic needs. Taking care of ourselves doesn't mean spending all the money on expensive cosmetics or makeups for selfish reasons, but to invest in our health and beautiful inner self that will give us the confidence - to cherish our lives and to continue to carry out the motherly roles for our families. Isn't it true if we want to provide the best for our kids and spouse, we need to take good care of ourselves first?
Take a breather, do one or two little things for yourself today, whether it is a manicure, 15-minute yoga stretch, a face mask or have a good talk with your friend. Go pamper yourself and you will see how much you will also change internally ❤️