Etude House Dr. Oil Solution

I've had problems with my skin before. From blackheads to acne and to it being dry and oily. I know what to do with blackheads and acne, I have my favorite pore strip and acne gel with me. For dryness, I have a thick heavy cream. But with oilies, I really didn't know what to do and what to use. Until I discovered this line from Etude House.

It's their Dr. OIL Solution line and when I first heard about this, I thought it was just a gimmick to name it "...OIL Solution" because to me, it's like you are claiming to solve the oily problems of the skin. And by adding Dr. at the beginning makes it more interesting because to me it means that this stuff will "cure" the oiliness.

Since I thought that this was just a commercial gimmick, I pass on this one. And then I noticed my skin became more and more oilier to the point where my makeup wouldn't last for even 3hrs. So, I decided to give these two a try. Did they work? We'll see...

Let me start by introducing to you the Anti-Shine Mist.

This mist, like any other mist comes in a spray bottle of 30 ml which release fine spritz of mist which I really like. These two actually has a box but I left them in the Philippines. The box contains all the company description and ingredients. Sorry... ;)

So. What do I like about this:

• It's unscented. 
• Non irritating.
• Not sticky.
• Didn't broke me out.

Now, I am going to show you the compact powder.

  This is sooo embarrassing to show but this is reality. This is what going to happen if you are using a produce non-stop.

See how much I use this? I've already hit pan!

This powder compact comes with a tiny powder puff. The powder is just translucent and you may also call this a 'finishing powder' if you wish.

What do I like about this:

• Just like the mist, it is unscented.
• it has no different shade to choose. It's just plain powder.
• No any reaction like breaking out.
•  It's just a straight flat matte powder.

There is one thing that I really don't like about this. The puff is so tiny that it's impossible to buy a replacement. But, it's just a minor thing. Right now, I use a brush instead of the puff.

So, you want to know the verdict?

I LOVE THESE TWO! I spray the Anti-Shine mist first all over my face then apply my moisturizer, BB cream or foundation. Then I will set everything with the compact powder. They really control my oil and I am really impressed that it made my makeup last all day. With these two, I never have to worry with touch ups or my face looking like an oil mine.

So, if you are looking for oil control products, these two are what you're looking for.

Thank you for reading! And talk to you soon!

Tinted: Etude House Dear Darling Tints

Continuing my venture to try different kinds of tints, here I am once again sharing two from collection. These are some of my first tints purchased and the first Korean brand I've ever owned. They are Dear Darling Tints from Etude House.

General Overview

• The packaging comes in a plastic tube, which reminds me of a lipgloss packaging
• The cap is really cute. It has this girly details perfect for a princess.
• It comes in a wand, and a doe foot applicator.
• The consistency is thick, very much gel like.
• Pigmentation is awesome.
• Staying power is good. It stays for a really long time. 
• These are easy to blend and it doesn't dry that fast.
• It doesn't leave a patch on the cheeks.

Okay let's talk about them separately shall we?

Dear Darling Tint #03

(L) swiped swatch; (R) blended out. I hope you see the color.

So the first tint that I got is this orangey one which is in number 03, I know they do have names but apparently, the labels on this are in Korean. This is the first one that I got because I thought since I am morena, I thought this will look good on me, and I was not wrong. It did look good and it looks natural. It was so good that I went back to Etude House and get another tube and this time I chose a pink one.

Dear Darling Tint #01

(L) swiped swatch; (R) blended out

And this is what I got. I chose the pink one just to try it out and usually when I try something out I end up regretting it, but this time I didn't. I loved the effect it gave on my cheeks. It made my face looked healthy. You know the flush of color you'll have when you just finished a routine exercise? That's the kind of flush I've always had whenever I use this color.

I don't normally recommend things to people but this one is a must try. It is affordable, it costs 198php and Etude House in the Philippines is actually located in every mall. At least SM malls but I've seen Etude House in Festival Mall too.

So if you are new to tints, and you want to try some, these are good to start with. Like what I've said, they do stay long and they smell like candy. That I personally like.

Just a quick comparison of the two tints.

Thank you for reading!