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My Luxury Skincare Routine | Combination Skin, Day to Night

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Kind of almost suddenly I realized that this year I have got a major change in my whole skincare routine. Didn’t happen overnight though! Since I stepped into my 30th I started growing interest in luxury skincare products. Right now dominating part of my day to night routine is all luxury skin care products and I (freaking) like it!

I have combination skin, guess you know it already! I’m not acne prone or so and my skin acts normal most of the time. However, since May ’18 I and my skin was going through a roller coaster. I was expecting and then lost hope. Mental and physical stress went at its peak. In between, I’ve also fallen in love with some luxury skincare items that’s been saving my skin. I love this part of beauty the most, it’s like a meditation that helps you to de-stress from the pain of life.

Anyways, as I was going through my skincare and thought I must share with you guys about my current HG skincare products. Also, you guys have been asking me about my day to a night skincare routine. So, here you go!

There are a few of I’ve been using for years and my must-have skincare products. A couple of them I’ve started using since last month. A part of them I’ve been using for a couple of months.

Herbivore Jasmine Green Tea Balancing Toner | RM 169.00

Been a month I have been using this toner and using it like crazy. As because it’s a mist toner, I use mostly this during the day to water my thirsty skin. If you’re a Jasmine fragrance lover you’ll surely love it. Then again, might not like the green tea’s bled with jasmine fragrance. I do like it and it smells strangely refreshing to me. Also, the toner really helps to hydrate skin and keeps it away from dullness.

First aid beauty Charcoal Cleanser | RM 113.00

Charcoal craze is still going strong in skincare, no? It is indeed a good ingredient to suck out impurities from the skin. It is almost a cream like a cleanser but not, this cleanser doesn’t lather up either. This Charcoal Cleanser by First Aid Beauty turns out to be a very good one to maintain my skin when it is sensitive or having breakouts. I use it day to night and anytime I want to use a cleanser.

FFOREO LUNA 2 | RM 900.00

Just recently shared a post talking all about this cleansing device by FOREO, have you read? LUNA 2 has been a major love recently to deep clean my skin and to give me a quick anti-aging massage right after the cleansing process. Oh yes! it’s a 2-in-1 skincare device that gives anti-aging massage too. I don’t use this for cleansing in my morning skincare routine but to give me the anti-aging massage after using Noni Glow face oil on my skin. LUNA 2 helps my skin absorb any face oil so much better. It also assures the maximum benefit of the product with FOREO’s signature technology T-sonic pulsation.

Other than that, in my nighttime skincare, LUNA 2 is a must. I use it religiously to deep clean my skin at night. Whether I’m wearing a ton of makeup or it is just sunscreen I need to take off, LUNA 2 does it all for me in 2 minutes. Oh, by the way, the blue color of LUNA 2 is specially made for combination skin type.

Must Have Luxury Skincare Products 2018 | My am to pm Skincare Routine

Kora Organics Noni Glow Face Oil | RM 240.00

This is a rich face oil with antioxidants and fatty acid. It’s rich with a number of organic oil and Nonfruit extract but this oil is lightweight enough to use in a hot Malaysian climate. I’ve been enjoying it in my morning skincare routine where everyone like it in their night skincare. As I said earlier, I apply Noni Glow oil and take a quick anti-aging massage with LUNA 2 before my moisturizer. Really helps me to glow up, especially if I’m doing makeup afterward. I do also use it the day I skip retinol/acid products in pm skincare to soothe my skin with its nourishing formula.

Peter Thomas Roth Hungarian Thermal Water Mineral-Rich Moisturizer | USD 58.00

Name of this PTR moisturizer though, such a mouthful! Just like the name, it’s a full-splash of water on the skin. I need to write a different post about this moisturizer to explain why I’ve been loving. For now, I will just tell you this Peter Thomas Roth moisturizer a savior (for any skin) who lives in a super dry and hot climate.

Shiseido WetForce SPF 50+ | RM 165.00

This lightweight sunscreen is one of my old favorite, been using it for years. The WetForce is a water-resistant sunscreen formula that leaves no white cast. I love it when I’m going out for a rough day or going for a swim. For a normal day at home, I use a regular sunscreen like the Murad City Skin Age Defence, Dr.Jart+ Sun Fluid or else.

Fresh Sugar Lip Wonder Drops | RM 115.00

This is fairly new products by Fresh, kind of an instant lip treatment by Fresh. I like all their Sugar lips treatments but this one felt like a magic potion for lips. This live-on type lips drop just instantly revive my lips to normal no matter how dry my lips are! I have also been loving it to wear underneath my matte lipstick. Throughout the day the Fresh Sugar drops work as a barrier between the lipstick and my lips.

Dior Addict Lip Glow | RM 127.00

Favorite since Dior lip balms are available here in Malaysia. I like the original and matte glow formula more than the holographic ones. It’s not a lip balm to give you all the lip care but I like it as my go to and as a base for my lipstick. I like their color revive fact and they’re kinda delicious.

To talk about all-in-one intense lip care I’ve to tell you what I’ve been loving…

Philosophy Kiss Me Tonight | RM 56.00

This delis pot of lip treatment I go through like a pot of jam! I eat my lips at night?! Maybe it’s the KISS (as it named) wink-wink! This is my trusty night time lip care buddy and I’m yet to find anything that can replace it.

My Luxury Skincare Routine | Combination Skin, Day to Night

FOREO UFO Smart Mask | RM 1251.00

The star in my must-have luxury skincare product list is UFO Smart Mask by FOREO. This is not our regular sheet masking thingy in any way. I would be stupid if I compare it with a sheet mask just because this works with a sheet mask eventually. Yes, there is a sheet mask with Korean formulated essence that benefits me as well. But what I love about UFO is it’s main features, the Thermo-Therapy and LED Light Therapy.

Foreo UFO Smart Mask To The Rescue Skin Problem 101 | LED THERMO Activated Sheet Mask Treatment

I’ve been addicted to UFO mask ever since I got it. In the beginning, every night I was taking a UFO mask therapy! The heat therapy with pulsation AKA ‘Call It A Night’ is my favorite. Kinda going overboard with the good feeling, you can say. Thank GOD I got me into control and not I’m using UFO mask bi-weekly now.

I shared a detailed post about my experience with FOREO UFO earlier, Have you read? Frankly, peeps, if you’re planning to invest on a skincare device I suggest you keep UFO in mind. You won’t be disappointed!

Alpha-H Liquid Gold Firming Eye Cream | RM 286.00

Glycolic acid toner by Alpha-H is my old favorite. Then, I got familiar with the Firming Eye Cream at Sephora Press Day a couple of months ago. To be true, after a long time I’ve fallen for an eye cream. I use it in my day to a night skincare routine. Love how nourishing the cream is and how cooling the applicator is!

However, at night I skip using the attached applicator and take a 1-minute eye massage with my…
– that calls the name of my next must-have luxury skincare product, keep reading!

FOREO IRIS Eye Massager | RM 419.00

I bought this Eye cared gadget by FOREO last year on a whim but never regretted. In a minute it gives me that proper eye massage that I was never been able to do with my fingers. Plus IRIS also has this two mode, Spa which is a professional massage type and Pure mode that replicates the regular human (like what I or your fingers would do) type.

IRIS majorly helped me to keep my stress out of my eye zone throughout these stressful months. Due to the loss I mentioned earlier, my insomnia went to its peak, there wear some miserable teary nights and what not! It has been crazy; like this moment I’m doing beauty routine and then the next moment I going mad over sadness. But I can bet there was no eye bags, no dark circle. And till date, nothing you can read here on my face unless you dig deep in.

Thanks to modern beauty technology! I’m an introvert person and I hate it if my face shows any of my emotion unless happiness!

By the way, do let me know if you guys want me to write a dedicated post on IRIS describing how I actually use it and else.

Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil | USD 105.00 / SGD 148.00 / coming early ’19 in MY

This face oil is the newest product in my pm skincare. Been around a tad more than two weeks I think. I still don’t know why exactly Luna is called a sleeping oil. It surely doesn’t help sleeping like my holy grail this works Power Sleeping Spray (damn! I need to share about this with you guys very soon. That’s a magical product for who want help with sleeping) would do.

Luna is the lightest (among the one I’ve experienced) anti-aging oil with the retinoid.

I’ve been really enjoying the way it smells. Is it Blue Tansy alone or other ingredients too?
– I’m not sure.

This face oil is a genius one to calm the skin down, especially when your skin goes red. Also visibly helps to revive dull skin. I’m yet to decide on the anti-aging fact, will let you know soon.

That is it for today!

Hope you guys enjoyed getting a quick insight about all these pricey but the best skin care products I’ve been loving! If you want to know anything more or want me to write a post please feel free to ask.

Plus, I would love it if you recommend me your luxury skincare favorites that I should give a try 🙂
Get commenting below.

Sleek MakeUp | New Shade of Matte Me Liquid Lipstick & Lip Shot Glosses

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Sleek Makeup just added three new Matte Me liquid lipstick shade in their range. I’ve Swatched (picture below) all three of them Matte Me lipsticks for your convenience. I have a serious love affair with anything orange and so the new Sleek MakeUp Matte Me Hellacious didn’t take much time to become one of my favorite.

  1. Hellacious – rusty orange
  2. That’s So Fetch – vibrant fuchsia
  3. Unreal – deep wine

I am not sure if Sleek MakeUp upgraded their Matte Me liquid lipstick formula or not but to my surprise, these three new shade felt really comfortable on the lips comparing my previous experience with Sleek Matte Me lipsticks.

Have you tried Sleek MakeUp Matte Me lipsticks before?

If yes, then you know what I’m talking about. Previously A couple of the Matte Me lipstick shade I found very that doesn’t even apply evenly. However, each of these new shade also applies evenly and feels quite lightweight on the lips.

 

Sleek Makeup Matte Me Liquid Lipstick & Lip Shot Glosses - Review and Swatch

Sleek MakeUp Lip Shot Lip Glosses:

Lip Shot lip glosses are available in 8 shades.

  1. Don’t Aks  – neutral beige
  2. Brutal Honesty – nude pink
  3. Plot Twist – red drown
  4. Get Free – salmon
  5. Do What I Want – light fuchsia
  6. Behind Closed Doors – raspberry
  7. Game Player – red-orange
  8. Corrupted – blue toned red

I’ve here 3 shades (Corrupted, Get Free, Behind) with me and swatches are above in the picture. These sleek lip glosses are nicely pigmented and luscious on the lips. They don’t have any added fragrance to them that I could smell. They are glosses but they aren’t heavily glossy on the lips. The finish is more on the subtle side thus they’re very much wearable even if you are not a gloss fan. Lasting power of these Sleek MakeUp Lip Shot glosses depends on the user as because they don’t stain on the lips.

 

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Shopping info:

Sleek MakeUp Matte Me Liquid Lipstick – MYR 42.40
Sleek Lip Shot Glosses – MYR 45.00

Sleek MakeUp is available at selected Sephora stores, Hermo, Lazada, and Zalora.

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FOREO LUNA 2 | Not Only A Facial Cleansing Device But a 2-in-1 Skin Care Gadget

Before this FOREO Luna 2, I use to be a religious facial cleansing brush user (you know that if you’re an old reader). You might’ve noticed as well that I’ve been a user of LUNA play. I use that only when I’m traveling. To be honest I never felt the urge to get myself a full-size LUNA facial cleansing device.

Are you wondering why exactly?

–  because I never tried this luna 2 before on my face.
That feeling is long gone now since (courtesy of FOREO Malaysia) I started using this facial cleansing device by FOREO call LUNA 2. Tini-tiny silicone tooths of LUNA 2, its touch point and FOREO’s signature T-Sonic mechanism altogether feels mysteriously comfortable on the face. Alongside it does the cleaning job just perfectly.

The blue color of my LUNA 2 is its code of skin type, combination skin. I like this fact that LUNA 2 has five different colors (including the Black for men) that specifically made for each skin types.

FOREO LUNA 2 | Not Only A Facial Cleansing Device But a 2-in-1 Skin Care Gadget

LUNA 2 by FOREO – what is this device?

It’s ‘not-a-cleansing-brush’ looking facial cleansing device plus the anti-aging super girl at the same time. LUNA 2 is completely waterproof and portable. Yes, it is rechargeable like the original LUNA and has a delightfully long battery life.

Seven months! (approx. but might work for me more)
– can you believe that?!

This 2-in-1 beauty gadget is made of medical-grade silicone that makes it bacteria resistant and super easy to keep it clean. Little tooth like bristles (picture above) on the cleansing side are made according to each type of skin need.

The opposite side of the cleansing part (picture below) is the anti-aging side LUNA 2. Anti-aging mode of it gives a soothing pulsation which is quite different than the cleansing mode pulsation. According to FOREO, lower-frequency pulsation of LUNA 2 anti-aging mode helps to visibly diminish the age sign. Because it makes sure that the skin is getting most out of whatever skincare product you’re using with.

FOREO Luna 2 - Facial Cleansing Brush & Anti-aging Massager at once

LUNA 2 power button is programmed to do all the job. The device turns on with one tap, stay on for 3 minutes per (one use of cleansing plus anti-aging) session. The cleansing mode works on 1-minute cycle and one minute for the antiaging message. In between, with a tap, the device will be in a pause mode. LUNA 2 also pulse on 15sec while cleansing and 12sec while massaging as a note to change the working zone of the face.

Both cleansing and anti-aging mode pulsation strength are adjustable in 12 level. Hence there is literally no way this beauty gadget with cause you any discomfort.

My experience with LUNA 2

Generally, I take the time to deep clean my face every night. From cleaning sunscreen to make up everything happens to me at night. It’s is kinda rare during the day when I feel like to deep clean my face. That being so I was using LUNA 2 once a day for the past months. I’ve also been trying it with various type of cleansers, from a gel to foam to cream to mud.

…haha no, no; I didn’t go crazy. I always prefer gel formula for a cleanser but you know how #bloggerlife goes!

Found out that LUNA 2 works the best with a gel type, to say widely, thin type cleansers. This cleansing device doesn’t hold water like a normal brush would do. So for those cleansers that are thick and meant to foam up aren’t really easy to work with. I had to later up the cleanser before using the LUNA 2. Other than that facial cleansing with LUNA 2 feels like that cozy evening breeze after a rough day. No matter whatever amount of makeup was there in my face this cleansing device takes all off within a minute.

FOREO LUNA 2 | Not Only A Facial Cleansing Device But a 2-in-1 Skin Care Gadget

Certainly, having the roomy option of T-sonic pulsation adjustment in LUNA 2 made it more worthy. I keep it a tad up from the mid-level, 7th or 8th intensity. Sometimes when my skin acts weird I simply lower down the pulsation intensity.

Are you aware of the benefits of facial massage?

Whether it’s the hand, in the spa or by a beauty gadget; a regular face massage routine will always return back healthy and glowing skin.  Apart from serums, just recently I’ve been enjoying facial oils to use with LUNA 2 anti-aging mode. It does work way better and faster buffing the oil into the skin. My fingers or the Gua Sha Rose Quartz Heart Stone thingy I’ve doesn’t even work anything near.

The antiaging mode of LUNA 2 is instructed to gently massage/stimulate on the wrinkle prone areas only. After a quick 1 minute anti-aging treat on my smile lines, temples, neck and decollete I follow up my eyes with FOREO IRIS.

Oh yes, my FOREO army is pretty strong! If you’re with GreenStory in my social media then you must’ve noticed that IRIS eye messenger is my good old skincare buddy. Too bad that I’m yet to talk about IRIS here in the blog, maybe soon!

That’s it, I finish off my PM skincare with a moisturizer. A little note, the night I use my FOREO UFO Smart Mask I skip using the anti-aging mode of LUNA 2.

Is this facial cleansing device, LUNA 2, beauty device worth it?

One of my friends is an old user of FOREO LUNA. I’ve been a Clarisonic lover ever since. She always told me she would always pick LUNA over a brush. Apparently I never really got her point which I know now.

While first time using LUNA 2, this thought came into my mind, ‘damn! I don’t have to think of buying replacement brush heads anymore!’
– this was such a major relief!

Buying replacement brush heads always gave me that feeling of paying installment even after paid the full! 😂 Jokes apart, if you want to invest in a cleansing device, clearly, LUNA 2 well worth it. Then the anti-aging messenger mode of LUNA 2 will be an added bonus.

Additionally, if you consider the 2-year warranty and 10 years of the quality guaranty the price of LUNA 2 feels smooth enough. I was feeling, using the same device for 10 years is gonna way to boring, it’s not a TV after all 😅.

Confused which LUNA you should get?

As because I’ve been using the LUNA play before (plus my hands are petite) so initially size and shape of LUNA 2 felt bizarre.  After a couple of use, it started to feel handy.

I’ll sound stupid if I compared LUNA 2 with the Play one!
Don’t even think so.
Straight out, LUNA Play is sort of play-thing considering the effectiveness of LUNA 2. Also just recently I got the LUNA fofo (a ‘real’ virtual reality. Man, future is indeed here!) which surely going to replace my LUNA play but not my LUNA 2. If you ask me which FOREO LUNA type I would recommend the most – LUNA 2, without a second thought.

Haven’t tried LUNA original or LUNA 2 Professional yet within my theoretical knowledge I do prefer LUNA 2 the most. Specifically, LUNA 2 being tailored by skin type gives me a neat feeling. Except, if you say ‘LUNA Luxe’ then I’ll forget that feeling. Not because that is made of gold but its more like, if having nice and balanced skin is wrong then ladies, I don’t want to be right 😉

To summarise my thought on FOREO LUNA 2,

No complaint and actually very satisfied with this facial cleansing device. LUNA 2 is something that makes my beauty routine a bit easier and faster to cope with a busy life. I believe with the time my skin might start showing visible anti-aging improvements as well.

Are you using any FOREO skin care gadget? Any other facial cleansing device you using and loving? Share your opinion and experience in the comments below.

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Shopping Info:

FOREO LUNA 2 | MYR 900.00 / USD 199.00
Available to purchase at Sephora stores and online.
You can also buy them directly from the FOREO website [20% OFF sitewide with code  ‘GREENSTORY20’].

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Haircare at Sephora Malaysia | All New Hair Products at Sephora This Fall

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Tailing from my last two posts, Skincare at Sephora and Makeup at Sephora, this is my last post about what is new in Haircare at Sephora Malaysia. In this post, I’m sharing about the new hair products that caught my attention at the press event. There was a lot we previewed at the Sephora Malaysia press event but thought to list those exciting hair products only which I think you’ll be keen on having a look.

PS: don’t forget to read the other two posts after you finish going through this one.

From Percy & Reed Haircare at Sephora:

Beyond The Beach Texture Spray by Percy & Reed pleased me instantly. My fine and straight hair like to lay flat and pretty stubborn when it’s about creating texture with them. I like how this texture spray gave me a volume and did hold the texture until my next wash.

Another new and catchy product by the brand is Up, Up & Away Root Lift Mousse. Those you’re used to a mousse hair product surely will enjoy checking this out.

New from IGK haircare:

IGK amla oil shampoo and conditioner

The brand educator of IGK recommended me their Bad & Bougie Deep Repair Shampoo and Conditioner (RM 120.00) seeing my colored hair. If you’re aware of the benefits of amla then you wouldn’t ignore these hair products. Neither do I. Both of the shampoo and conditioner went in my ‘things to try’ list right away.

Another IGK hair products I excited to try is their No More Blow High-Speed Air Dry Spray (RM 128.00). It claims to speed up the air-drying process by 46%. Although I can’t live without blow drying my hair, yet nothing hurts to try something new! I know many of you out there are way more caring to hair than me and do like to air dry hair. If you’re that person then this the products you may want to have a look.

OUAI haircare at Sephora:

ouai haircare at sephora malaysia

Have you tried OUAI dry shampoo (RM 100.00) before? I haven’t until the Sephora Malaysia Press Day. I also brought home one, a gift from the brand, and since then I’m literally obsessed. This dry shampoo is giving me the lightest feeling of all I’ve tried so far. If you’re a ‘living-on-dry-shampoo’ girl like me then add it to your shopping list ASAP.

There was more variety of hair products by OUAI. Of all, I want to mention another one for girls who are blessed with curly hair. You must have a look at the new OUAI Air Dry Foam(RM 123.00). This hair mousse claims to give a frizz-free perfect wave/curl while your hair is drying naturally.

GHD Hair Care:

GHD gold hair straightener | hair products at sephora malaysia

There wasn’t much from GDH, just they’re offering a gold accent hair styling tools collection for this season.

I asked the GHD trainer how this new Gold GDH straightener differs from the old Platinum (I’m using this for years now) straightener?
He replied, “the Platinum is you iPhone X and the Gold one is iPhone 8“.

What a cleaver explanation and I got my answer right away!

However, If you’re new to GHD then this Gold accent is definitely an attractive color choice for you unless you want to grab the best, the platinum series of GHD hair styling tools.

No need to wish-list just shop away!
All new hair care products are already available at Sephora Malaysia Stores and online.  Plus, I’ll try to share my experience with the products I try in future. Also if you want me to try hair products from a particular range/brand, feel free to drop a comment 🙂

Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Release | Makeup – what you should expect at Sephora Malaysia

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I had a lovely afternoon last month with Sephora Malaysia press day exploring and learning about all Sephora Fall/Winter 2018. This fall/winter Sephora will be flourished with a whole bunch of new products from skincare to makeup to haircare. Some are already available now at the store and online. In the next few months, others new items will be available with as well. I know you’re a beauty lover like me. So I couldn’t resist sharing previews on new makeup at Sephora Malaysia so you know what you should expect. Happy wish listing!

 

NOTE:

Initially was thinking to share everything in one post. Turns out it was going way too long! So ended up parting the whole Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Release in three section, Skincare, Makeup, and Haircare. Previously I’ve shared about Skincare release at Sephora. In this post, I’m sharing about Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Makeup Release. Next post is about haircare at Sephora Malaysia. Do check them out once you are done reading this one 🙂

 

New makeup at Sephora Malaysia – Fall/Winter ’18

coverfx power play concealer | New at Sephora Malaysia

CoverFX Makeup:

The main attraction of CoverFX this season is their new Power Play foundation and concealer range. These velvety matte Power Play foundations (picture above) and concealers are coming with 24 shade variety. The brand is also adding a couple of new setting sprays in their collection. One is called Dewy Finish and another High Performance which promises to hold makeup for 24 hours.

 

Stila Cosmetics:

I was personally waiting for the release of Stila Vivid & Vibrant Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadows here in Malaysia. You know how Sephora Malaysia gets things always late! The previous range of Stila liquid eyeshadow became available online just last month or so I guess!

Better late than never, haha!

Anyways, these Vivid & Vibrant collection is simply ah-mai-zing! Each of these shadows are highly pigmented and the spark of jewel you can literally see. No no, not any chunky glitter but gorgeous shiny. However, not every one of them shines the same way. For example, Garnet and Amethyst have less sparkle in them compared to others.

stila shimmer and glow liquid eyeshadow vivid and vibrant collectionstila vivid & vibrant collection | stila shimmer and glow liquid eyeshadow and eyelinersstila vivid & vibrant collection | stila shimmer and glow liquid eyeshadow swatch

Along with the Vivid & Vibrant Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadows, there are also matching waterproof liquid and pen eyeliners. Eyeliners are available in the same shades, except the garnet shade. There is a black liner that replaced the Garnet shade.

I haven’t tried Stila liquid eyeliners before but their pen version (in black) has been one of my HG liners for a long time now.

stila heavens dew highlighter

Stila Heavens Dew, Silverlake, All Over Glimmer is something that I deeply fell in love with at the Sephora Press event. Fell in love with after trying it on in my face. Otherwise it never really looked anything different than all other highlighters. And that’s the scope of its magic!

Heavens Dew All Over Glimmer gives an intense wet shine on the skin. This highlighter is soft and bouncy to the touch. Fingers are the best applicator for this product. It looks wet but this is not anything wet on the skin. I will write another post on this alone to give you guys a detailed idea.

In short, you need this gamechanger, Stila Heavens Dew, in your highlighter collection.

All Stila F/W ’18 collection will be available at Sephora Malaysia later this month (August ’18).

 

Zoeva Cosmetics:

It’s all about old Hollywood rosy glam at Zoeva section with their new the Screen Queen collection. Zoeva Screen Queen collection of Zoeva represents them unique and empowering movie sirens who captivated audiences with their iconic beauty. This blush-pink-gold glam look of Zoeva Screen Queen collection will win any makeup lovers heart. I love the look of this collection.

Zoeva screen queen brush set | limited edition, new at sephora malaysiaZoeva screen queen lip crayon | limited edition, new at sephora malaysia

The Screen Queen collection offers two brush sets, one is a complete brush set and another is an eye brush set only. If you’re an old GreenStory reader then you know I’m a fan of Zoeva makeup brushes. None of my Zoeva brush, face or eye, never failed me till date. If you’re planning to get makeup brushes they I highly recommend you to keep Screen Queen brush set in consideration.

The collection also offers an eyeshadow palette, a highlighter palette, and four lips crayons. Screen Queen Lip Crayons are made for multi-use, can be used as a blush as well. Color selection of eyeshadows, highlighters, and lip crayons are all has a soft and muted character. Yet every shade is very flattering and universal.

Zoeva Screen Queen Collection will be available at Sephora Malaysia this August’18.

 

Too Faced Cosmetics:

I’m intrigued by the re-formulated Born This Way Concealers (RM125 approx.). Absolutely love the packaging this time cause it reminds me how much I liked using Too Faced Born This Way Foundation. The concealer should be available in the store by now, although Sephora Malaysia Online still has the old formula available only.

The delicious Too Faced Peaches+Cream collection is finally here, already available at Sephora and online.

too faced born this way concealertoo faced glitter metalic lipstick | limited edition collection 90s inspired

The special  Too Faced 20th Anniversary collection was also there at the Sephora Fall Press Event. This collection is nothing but a beautiful dream of glitter also exclusive to Sephora. The eyeshadow palette, Then and Now, is the core of 2oth Anniversary Collection. It pays tribute to the 10 colors Too Faced launched back in 1998, embellished with 10 new shades inspired by the originals. Then and Now Eyeshadow Palette smells like birthday cake and it feels nothing but a fairytale fantasy.

However, the Anniversary collection lipstick (pictured above) didn’t impress me much, texturewise. This collection will be available at Sephora Malaysia later this month but they’re already available online.

too faced melted metalics liquid lipstick

A new range of Melted Matte, the name is Matte-tallic, with 14 shade variety will also land at the bay of Sephora Malaysia this fall.

 

Tarte Cosmetics:

Keeping Maracuja fruit & flowers at the soul, Tarte Cosmetics came up with a vast makeup collection this fall, call #flowerpowerd Love Trust and Fairy Dust (Limited Edition). The packaging of this collection is so shiny, sparkly, vibrant and fun. Tarte Flower Power makeup collection includes Love, trust & fairy dust eye & cheek palette, Fairy brush set, Fairy blush and limited edition Lights Camera Lashes mascara.

The original Maracuja Creaseless Concealer also got a new #flowerpowerd upgrade. The concealer now has a better applicator and 30 shade to cater every skin tone.

tarte flower power eyeshadow palettetarte quench hydrating primer

Tarte’s Rainforest of the Sea collection also added quite a few new makeup and skincare products in the range. The one caught my attention is the Quench Hydrating Primer (RM142). This water-based concealer is formulated with hyaluronic acid & antioxidant-rich marine plant extracts to ensure 12hr hydration. Also, it smells like coconut!

Tatre fall collections are currently available in Sephora stores.

 

Smashbox Cosmetics:

smashboc vlada highlighters and the collectionsmashbox eyeshadow palette

Long awaited Smashbox limited edition Valda Petal Metal collection is finally here with full range! There is a couple of new addition in the Smashbox Cover Shot palettes as well. Also, the new Camera Ready Artist brush set is something to check out in your next Sephora visit.

 

Pretty Vulgar Cosmetics at Sephora Malaysia:

pretty vulgar eyeshadow palette | nightinglepretty vulgar cosmetics gel eyelinerpretty vulgar lipstick | New at sephora malaysiapretty vulgar mascara and mist

Quite a few new brands are boarding at Sephora Malaysia around mid-September ’18. Pretty Vulgar Cosmetics is one of them you must have in your checklist. This cruelty-free cosmetics brand is inspired by an eclectic vintage aesthetic. Each of their dainty looking products is hard to resist. I, at least, can’t wait to give them a try!

 

Marie Dalgar Color Studio:

color studio HOLO lipstick collection | new at sephora malaysiamarie dalgar color studio makeup is new at sephora malaysia

Another catchy new arrival at Sephora MY is the Chinese makeup brand, Marie Dalgar Color Studio. The brand introduces ‘It’s HOLO’ makeup collection at the press event. The packaging of this Marie Dalgar Color Studio collection is holographic but the products are very much focused for daily makeup need. Their color range represents a soft and subtle hue, pearly sheen and luminosity.

 

it cosmetics at Sephora Malaysia:

Coming September It Cosmetics will release new Your Skin But Better Oil-free Matte CC cream here in Malaysia. It’s a full coverage formula along with SPF 40 just like the original. The new Matte CC cream is specially formulated for the Southeast Asian climate, as I was told.

New IT Cosmetics oil-free matte CC cream

It Cosmetics Matte CC Cream is also infused with charcoal, tea tree extract, colloidal clay and Moroccan lava clay, along with oil-absorbing and pore-minimizing technology and an advanced anti-aging serum. The original version of Your Skin But Better CC cream has 6 shades which were a bit hard for me to get the exact skin match. Luckily, this time the shade range is diverse, coming in 12 shades.

 

Hourglass Cosmetics:

hourglass velvet retouch fluid concealerhourglass scattered light eyeshadow

There are quite a few exciting new releases from Hourglass Cosmetics. Hourglass Veil Retouching Fluid, Veil Setting Powder, and the Powder brush already made a major impact on the market. I myself also in love with the Taklon bristle of Veil Powder Brush.

Just released at Sephora online, Hourglass Caution Extreme Lash Mascara and Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow is simply the show stopper of all. The mascara claim to increase the lash volume by 400%. Scattered Light eyeshadows give that intensified light reflection.

 

3CE cosmetics:

3CE new lipstick collection

The fun Maison Kitsune collection is new from 3CE. Not only these foxy and adorable lipsticks (picture above) but they also have eyeshadow palettes and face palettes in their collection.

 

I will conclude this part about new makeup at Sephora Malaysia, Fall 2018 collection here,

but not forgetting the Becca X Chrissy Teigen collaboration! The collection includes Be A Light Face Palette, the Glow Body Oil, an Endless Bronze & Glow compact, a trio of lip glosses. A bunch of new makeup is also there from Sephora’s own collection. Sephora Collection is offering new eyeshadow palettes to powder and a liquid matte foundation this fall. I like the shade variety of Matte Liquid Foundations and their coverage is also pretty good.

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Nudestix’s co-founder, Taylor, herself introduced the new Tinted Blue Stick at the press event. She explained how nicely the Blur Stix works getting that soft, filtered look. At Nudestix, there will be few new shades of Gel Color Lip & Cheek Balm this fall!

Huda Beauty is a fresh new arrival at Sephora Malaysia. Unfortunately, Huda Beauty is only available online for now.

No new release from Kat Von D either at the press release, neither from Fenty Beauty. I guess because Fenty Beauty released their Moroccan Spice Palette just recently.

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Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Release | Skincare at Sephora Malaysia – what you should expect!

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Last month I had a lovely afternoon with Sephora Malaysia exploring and learning about all Sephora Fall/Winter 2018. This season Sephora will be flourished with a whole bunch of new products from skincare to makeup to haircare. Some are already available now at the store and online. In the next few months, others new items will be available with as well. I know you’re a beauty addict like me. Thus I couldn’t just pass sharing forecast on Skincare at Sephora Malaysia so you know what you should expect. Start wish-listing!

NOTE:

I was thinking to share everything in one post at the beginning. Turns out it was going way too long! So ended up parting the whole Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Release in three section, Skincare, Makeup, and Haircare. In this post, I’m sharing about Sephora Fall/Winter 2018 Skincare Release. Next post is about The Sephora Malaysia Makeup Collectionand Sephora Haircare Collections, accordingly. Do not miss checking them out once you are done reading this one 🙂

Skincare – Sephora Malaysia Fall/Winter ’18allies of skin face mask

Allies of Skin:

This homegrown Singapore skincare brand, Allies of Skin is completely new to me. The brand features a variety of skin care products formulated with antioxidants, probiotics, and nutrients. Allies of Skin products are supercharged and concentred to provide full-proof skin care. They are already available in-store and online.

AlphaH Skincare:

alpha h liquid gold eye cream

I’m a fan of AlphaH Liquid Gold Glycolic Acid. In my experience, this is the best glycolic acid toner (picture below) I’ve used so far. This fall this Aussie skincare brand Alpha-H got a packaging makeover. Their all products are now white and gold. Which in fact looks and feels better than the previous version.

AlphaH vitamin A serumAlpha H liquid gold glycolic acid

AlphaH products are renowned for their high concentrations of active ingredients. Their products are focused on visible signs of aging, sun damage, skin sensitivity. AlphaH educator gave me a good insight into their products. She made me keen on trying the Tripple Action Cleanser as we as the Liquid Gold Firming Eye Crema.

GlamGlow:

glam glow skincare

I was too hard to get close to GlamGlow booth at the event so I could take some pictures. It was the Glamglow X Becca We Know Glow collection everyone was dying over! I would too maybe if I could manage to get a peek haha! I’ll definitely, with you all when it releases on the store this September.

There are also a variety of new Glam Glow mud cleanser and skincare sets available at Sephora.

Kate Somerville Skincare:

kate somerville wrinkle warrior maskkate somerville malaysia | foaming cleanser and skincare range

A clinical skincare line, Kate Somerville, is formulated with highly functional active ingredients and balanced by soothing botanicals. This season Kate Somerville’s highlight product is their DermalQuench Liquid Lift. Which claims to give you an advanced wrinkle treatment at home.

Kopari Skincare at Sephora Malaysia:

kopari coconum melt mask - a mutipurpose mask for face, hair and body | skincare at sephora malaysia

A new addition to skin care brands at Sephora, Kopari, that is all about coconut. This US brand is a wonderland for those who love coconut. Kopari is offering from a cleanser to lip balm to a multipurpose skincare melt that is a great hair mask as well.

Available now at Sephora store and online.

Pixi Beauty:

pixi beauty malaysia is available at sephora malaysia

I still remember the day when I used my first acid toner, the Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic. My skin fell in love immediately where I was always itchy about acid toners. My love for Glow Tonic going strong till date plus a few more (e.g. #RoseTonic, Glow Mud Mask) Pixi skin treats are also must-haves in my skincare routine.⠀

I was looking forward to seeing some new products especially their makeups. Unfortunately, Pixi Beauty yet to bring them here in Malaysia. However, I’m keeping the hope up that they will bring their full collection here at Sephora Malaysia soon.

Sephora Collection:

shephora lemon seed skincare collectionsephora face mask collection 2018

Sephora released has a vast collection of exciting skin and body care within their own collection. Each of the Sephora Collection skincare range is featuring particular natural ingredients; lemon, rose, algae etc. For your daily needs, there are a variety of skin cleansing wipes which are too cute to just pass by. Their new range of face mask is something you should have a look at.

STARSKIN Beauty:

starskin micro filler mask | skincare at sephora malaysiastar skin coconut hot oil hair mask

A skincare brand for your face maskin thirst. Sratskin is not your regular mask but they’re the next generation masks focused on the niche skin needs. They are offering a range of sheet masks that illuminate, smooth, purify and hydrates. You want advanced antiaging care but instant result then StarSkin Micro Filler Mask is your thing to grab.
[With the demonstration at Sephora Press Event, StarSkin Micro Filler Mask gave me a feeling of Murad Hydro Glow Aqua Peel. I’m keen on giving the Micro Filler Mask a try so I know if they are anything similar].

StarSkin has also clay masks, foot and hair masks under their umbrella.

ThisWorks:

this works in transit pollution shield | Skincare Sephora Malaysiathis works sleep power nap spray

I fell for This Works products already, although it is a fairly a new skincare brand to me. At Sephora press event, This Works Brand educator gifted me their Sleep Power Nap Spray hearing about my own insomnia situation. Since the first day, I’m hooked with it and also surprised the way it worked. I gotta write another post on this Power Nap Spray. Can’t describe everything here so stay connected for that.

This Works  In Transit Pollution Shield is another product you may want to have a look. it is a skin mist that protects and hydrate at once.

Saturday Skin:

saturday skin skincare collection | Skincare sephora malaysia

Saturday Skin, a K-Beauty brand, is finally here at Sephora Malaysia. I’ve been personally waiting for them to arrive here. I mean, cant you ignore their packaging, at least? This fragrance-free brand features a range of peptides in their skincare. From moisturizer to sheet mask, everything you can find according to your need under the umbrella of Saturday Skin.

To conclude what you should expect at Sephora Malaysia skincare part,

The Aussie supermodel’s skincare brand, Kora Organics by Miranda Kerr, is also a new release this season at Sephora Malaysia. Kora Organics is based on everything natural and healing, yet concentrated and active. A while ago one of my readers told me that she wasn’t me to try the Noni Radiant Eye Oil, apparently, that went out of stock as soon as it launched at Sephora online. I’m waiting for it to be back in the stock so I can give it a try. I’m also looking forward to trying the cooling rose quartz thingy within my skincare to see how they really work.

Dr. Jart Shake & Shoot To Go rubber mask rage and Creamidin skincare range is now available at Sephora Malaysia with its full form.
Fresh Skincare introduced a powder type 30 second foaming facial, Vitamin Nectar Vitamin C Glow Powder. It’s a potent formula infused with 20% vitamin C to give the skin an instant glow and smoothness. The Vitamin Nectar Antioxidant Glow water is something you don’t want to miss checking out, especially if you are a mist lover. Also, do not forget checking out mist toners by another amazing organic brand Herbivore Botanicals. With a soothing scent, each of their toner mist is skin balancing, refreshing and healing.

If you’re a beauty gadget fan then you must check this post where I talked about my experience with a new at Sephora beauty device.

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Practk Power Blender | Affordable makeup blending sponge that you can count on!

Did you know about Sigma Beauty’s sister brand Pracktk? Practk offers affordable yet high-quality beauty tools you can count on. Very recently they launched their version of makeup blending sponge call Practk Power Blender. These latex-free beauty sponges come in three colors, green, purple and blue. I’ve got two of them and they look simply cute!

Practk Blender | Affordable makeup blending sponge that you can count on!

I’m a forever fan of Beauty Blender but I always love to try substitutes and affordable versions. Afterall who wouldn’t care for the price, right? I did like a couple of affordable blending sponges earlier and when Practk came with their sponges I couldn’t be happier. Needless to say how much I love every Sigma Beauty product as well as the Practk palmat brush cleaning mat. I’m yet to post a review of the Practk Palmat here in the blog but you can check on my youtube Palmat in action when deep cleaning my makeup brushes.

 

Anyways, lets me tell you…

how is Practk Power blender?

Practk Power Blender review | How it works and Does it worth?

It’s a latex-free blending sponge (as I mentioned before) with an egg shape. Also has a flat cut to reach every possible corner of the face. The shape of it is actually very handy to apply foundation, concealer under the eyes. Works also great to apply setting powder with that flat edge.

When you wet the sponge it grows double in size (picture above). The damp sponge is identically bigger in size compared to (if you’re wondering) a beauty blender. The size of it, in fact. makes it easier/faster to apply foundation on the neck cause it covers more area.

Practk Power Blender

Texture and application of Practk Blender

The Power Blender is just as good as you need. The surface of it (when damp) makes a smooth foundation application. It is a tad less soft than other makeup blending sponges I’ve. Yes, I do wish Practk Blender was a tad softer but there is a plus point as well. I found that the blender eats way less product than my other sponges. Considering that the firmness wins for sure!

I’ve been giving the Practk blender a good use since I got them. They are durable and very easy to clean.

 

To conclude,

Do I recommend Practk Power Blender?

– oh yeh! I do. This is surely a good one for the price tag. Practk blender works just as it claims, it’s affordable and fun. I didn’t find anything to complain about. Moreover, I must admit, I am in love with this vibrant colors!

 

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Shopping info:

Practk Power Blender | $9
You can shop from Practk website directly. They have international shipping available.
Additionally, you can get a FREE mini Sigma E25 brush for the entire month of July ’18 with every Practk order.

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Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush Set | Upscale your skincare game by assuring comfort PLUS hygiene

Have you tried a brush in your skincare routine to apply those skincare products? My skincare game went up a notch since I’ve been using Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush set in my skincare routine. These Sigma skincare brushes feel so gentle (almost like gives a skin massage) while applying skincare products with them.

Sigma Skincare brush set is another unique Sigma invention to get the most out of our favorite products and improved results. These brushes limit the absorbance and waste of skincare formulas compared to our fingers and hands would do during application. Also, these brushes were designed to apply products softly and with precision to avoid causing damage by tugging or pulling at the skin. Not to exaggerate but I’m sure you can see how gorgeous these brushes look!

Not to forget that beautiful skin means a happy mind and a perfect base for makeup!

With what Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush /es made of?

Sigma says that these skincare brushes are made with non-toxic material and high-grade silicone. The fibers of these brushes are exclusive synthetic, antimicrobial fibers. These fibers are flexible and smooth to server proper skin comfort. Ferrules of these skincare brushes are durable, corrosion-resistant SigmaAlloy ferrules. They are coated with precious-metal plating for shine and strength. Each of Sigma skincare brush has a solid, polymer-based handle.

Sigma Skincare brushes are waterproof and cruelty-free. Formulated without: Latex, BPA, Lead and has a FREE 2-year warranty!

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush Set review and how to use skincare brushes for skin pampering

Sigma Skincare Brush Set Includes

This brush set includes 6 brushes designed (patented) for different skincare products to give the best feeling while pampering skin. Sigma also says that these brushes assure hygiene and less use of the product to get a gorgeous complexion.

  1. S01 Clay/Mud Mask brush– Scoop and evenly spread thick masks onto the skin
  2. S10 Serum brush – Apply liquid and gel serums gently and evenly
  3. S05 Moisturizer brush – Use the angle to gently apply moisturizer
  4. S15 Gel Mask brush – Whip gel masks onto skin in a circular motion
  5. S20 Eye Cream brush – Press eye cream into the skin without tugging
  6. S02 Spatula brush – Scoop and mix skincare products for a customized skincare

Let me give you a breakdown of each Sigma skincare brush one by one…

Sigma Moisturizer brush S05

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush
Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush

I’ve been using this Sigma moisturizer brushes the most among all 6 Sigma Beauty skincare brush. This works really well at spreading moisturizer all over the face. The brush bristles are really soft on the skin and the angle shape helps to reach at every curve the face. It feels truly amazing applying the moisturizer with the S05 moisturizer brush.

S10 Serum brush by Sigma Beauty

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush
Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush
Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush

I’ll be straight honest for this S10 serum brush. The brush is made of duo fiber bristles to spread the serum evenly. But unfortunately, the bristles poke my skin too hard (I meant to say the brush feels super scratchy on the skin when wet by the serum if I’m making any sense). I stopped using this Sigma serum brush after the first use. This brush alone is a disappointment of the bunch. Although I really wanted to love it as much as I love other skincare brushes of this set.

I’m using the moisturizer brush S05 for my serum as well before applying the moisturizer. It works for the serum just as good.

Sigma Eye cream brush S20 and S02 Spatula brush

Sigma Beauty Eye cream brush S20 and S02 Spatula brush

I was skeptical about the eye cream brush. Surprisingly, it’s turned out to be one of my favorite among all these skincare brushes. It is really nice and soft even for the delicate eye area. The curve of the brush literally gets into every corner of the eye that my fingers wouldn’t reach properly. I apply and spread my eye cream with this brush and then follow up with my FOREO IRIS Eye Massager for a minute.

I don’t customize my skincare much often so I’ve been using the Spatula brush the least. So far I’ve used it to mix my eye cream with a targeted solution that I’ve been trying out recently (The Ordinary EUK 134 0.1%).

I’ve been using the Sigma spatula to apply my spot correcting cream (Mamonde AC Balance Spot Serum) on the tiny spots of my face. It picks up the right amount of product and worked well applying it. It’s also a great skincare tool for getting products/creams out of their jar in a hygienic way without dipping my fingers in.

S15 Gel Mask brush by Sigma Beauty

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush

I love this brush. I’ve been using a GlamGlow mask brush (that I got in a gift set of theirs) to apply any kind of mask. Needless to say, that brush wasn’t really good enough to pick up a gel mask. Sigma definitely nailed it making each of this skincare brush. The S15 Gel Mask brush is a really good brush to pick up a gel mask from the jar. The gel mask brush also feels smooth and soft on the skin while applying the mask evenly on the skin.

Sigma Clay/Mud Mask brush S01

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush
Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush

I’m using this S01 Clay/Mud spatula for my every clay mask session ever since I got the Sigma Skincare Brush set. Without a doubt, this is a must-have for a neat and mess-free mud mas application. It is so easy to pick up a clay mask from the container (tube or jar) and to spread the mask all over the face.

Why you should use Sigma Skincare brushes?

Do you really maintain skincare hygiene? Don’t you sometimes forget to wash your hands before applying skincare? Especially when you take a 5 to 10-minute break during a skincare ritual.

If I ask myself the questions above and If a be truthful to answer you – yes I do forget maintaining proper hygiene. Sometimes I don’t even think before dipping my finger into a skincare jar.

Hello, I am a human being and I obviously can’t be perfect!

I’ve always felt the need for some proper skincare tools. When came across the launching news of Sigma Beauty skincare brush set it (literally) felt like a wish comes true! After giving all 6 skincare brush a good use I found them very useful.

I got rid of that scary thought of forgetting to wash my hands before my skincare. It takes way less time for the products to absorb with the brushes compared using my hand. With the brushes, I also need way less product to cover my whole face. Additionally, my skincare routine feels luxurious with Sigma skincare brushes.

Are you thinking if it’s still worth investing in the Sigma Skincare brush set?

I totally understand your confusion. I was hesitant as well when I was making the decision to purchase. I added the set in my cart just the day Sigma Beauty released it. But I was taking my time to check out. In the meantime got lucky that Sigma Beauty sent me one to try and review. I’m sure you already know I’m a sigma beauty affiliate but I don’t hesitate to buy any product that I like myself.

These skincare brushes definitely fall into a luxury item. You DON’T NEED them, you can totally survive with these brushes.

Then again, you DO NEED these skincare brushes.
– Just the way we need a luxury retinol serum or maybe a vitamin C serum before our moisturizer even though the moisturizer we are using probably already claims to have hyaluronic or other beneficial ingredients in it.

Am I making any sense to you? What I’m trying to say is, Sigma Skincare Brush Set is just like all luxurious item that gives a special benefit. They are genuinely useful once you start using them.  They make skincare more sanitary, fun and effective.

How to clean Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush?

Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush

This thought came into my mind first. Sigma Beauty also suggests washing these brushes before every use. If you don’t keep the skincare brush properly clean the whole hygiene purpose fails.

You must keep skincare brushes clean before every use. However, I clean them after every use. It feels easy to me that way and I like to start with a dry brush.

Don’t get underwhelmed. It is super easy, takes hardly a minute to clean a Sigma skincare brush. These skincare brushes also dry faster than regular makeup brushes. It gets easier if you have a brush cleaner like Sigmagic Brushampoo or the Sigmagic Brush Scrub. I clean all the brushes with the Sigmagic Brushampoo and then hang then in my Sigma Dry’n shape tower. They take approx. a couple of hours to get fully dry. I also store my skincare brushes in a box that has a lid so no dirt gets inside.

My overall thought about Sigma skincare brushes?

I simply love sigma skincare brushes except for the serum brush because it feels pokey on the skin. If there was an option to buy these skincare brushes individually then I would surely buy the moisturizer brush, Cay/mud mask brush, Eye cream Brush and the gel ask brush for sure. Maybe I would consider the spatula as well however that can be substituted by the eye cream brush if you want.

All these skincare brushes deliver on their promises. I have got a feeling that Sigma skincare brushes make me want to spend the more time pampering my skin. It feels kinda having a skin care spa at home! If you don’t mind stepping up more on the luxury skincare routine then I’d definitely recommend this skincare brush set to you.

Shopping Info:

Sigma Skincare Brush Set | $55.00
Shop this skincare brush set directly from Sigma Beauty website.
You can always get a 10% off using the code ‘GreenStory’ at checkout.
Sigma Beauty Skincare Brush