Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble BB Cream has a troubling scent

Today I'm bringing you another BB cream!  (Shocker, right?)  I'm just on such a roll with these BB creams and I love them so much!

Today I'm showing you InnisFree Jejubija Anti-Trouble BB Cream.  This stuff seems to be the odd man out of the group of BB creams I got in my South Korea haul.  Not that that's a bad thing!  This stuff seems to be quite runny and a little more...orangey?  

Like (almost) all BB creams, this one contains a high SPF level of 35.  Love that!

It has a very liquid texture that blends quickly into skin.  You have to work fast with this baby!  I like to dab some all over over my face and then work on patting it in.

The coverage is wonderful and quite nice.  My skin can really breathe with this BB cream.  

Here's my biggest problem with this product:  the smell.  I can't quite describe it but it's very synthetic and unpleasing.  It almost smells like a synthetic pine smell, if that makes sense!  Fortunately, I can only really smell it when I'm applying the product and it seems to disappear after application/dry-down.  

~blending~

~blended!~

Do you need it?  Well, I'm glad I have it in my arsenal for days when I'm wanting a BB cream that feels quite light.  However, I think the smell might be enough to put some people off of it.

My friend Amy hauled this back from Korea for me but you can purchase it HERE for $12.99 + $4.40 shipping.  This is a ridiculous mark-up and I really think you should pass unless you're just dying for it.  If you can find someone in Korea who can snap it up for you, go for it.

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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Skin 79 BB Cream is the holiest product in my Holy Grail arsenal!

I've been delaying writing this post because it feels so important to me!  Lol, I know it's silly but this BB cream has made such a difference in my skin that I want to do it justice!

I'm talking about Skin 79 Super+ Beblesh Balm.  I own both the Triple Function (affectionately known as "Pink Label") and the VIP Gold Collection ("Gold Label").  These two BB creams are so similar that I decided to just review them together.  You can buy Pink Label HERE ($13.78) and Gold Label HERE ($7.99 + $4.99 shipping). 

This is a true Asian BB cream, meaning that it comes in just one shade selection.  BB creams are meant to be used as a primer and foundation, which I really think these deliver.  Both deliver whitening, wrinkle improvement, and UV protection with SPF 25 PA++.

This stuff is AMAZING!  It's creamy and dense and provides medium coverage, which you can build to full coverage if you wish.  When I'm in a hurry, I just smooth a little of this under my eye area instead of concealer and it works amazingly well.  

This BB cream will stay on all day long.  Seriously, your skin will still look amazing at the end of the day.  Now, these BB creams are NOT oil-free but somehow they still work for me without breaking me out.  They do have a dewy finish, so you may want to top it off with a bit of powder to tone that down.

I think the only difference between Pink Label and Gold Label is that the Gold Label is a little creamier and more moisturizing.  I think I'll turn to this more in the winter months when my skin is a bit drier.  (The Gold Label may just be a little bit warmer than the Pink Label, but it's a minuscule difference.)  I wear the Pink Label as part of my daily routine and it's a Holy Grail product, to say the least.

Pink Label on left

Gold Label on right

The best method for application is to pat, pat, pat.  Rubbing or smoothing it on doesn't work as well - just pad it into skin and it will absorb quickly.  

A little goes a long way and I've had this Pink Label bottle since MAY, people!  That's right - I've been using it about 80% of the time for almost five months and it's still going strong!  Ridiculous!

Do you need a bottle of Skin 79 BB cream?  YES!  You do!  You will love this stuff as long as you fit in the narrow shade range.

Do you use BB cream?  Love it?  What do you think of Skin 79?  I want to try the Orange Label but I'm not sure it will be different enough from the Pink or Gold to warrant a purchase.

XOXO

-Kaitlin

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This BB cream is just peachy!

Today I have another Korean BB cream to share with y'all!  This gem is Holika Holika Peach Girl BB Cream with SPF 37.  (37?  What?!)

  

Anyway, odd SPF number aside, this BB cream is really fantastic.  

The formula is a nice liquid - not thicky and creamy like a lot of BB creams I've tried.  This one feels more like liquid foundation, but I really like it.

The color sinks nicely into my skin and stays put all day.  I really love how long BB creams stick around and this one doesn't disappoint.  The best application method is the pat, pat, pat into your skin.

And what's this?!  A cream blush in the lid?  With a mirror?  As RuPaul would say:  SICKENING!

I've never used cream blushes but I was happy to try this one out.  Just dab a little on your cheeks and spread out with a finger.

Unfortunately, I feel like you need quite a few layers to really make the blush pop.  

One last thing - maybe it's all in my mind but I really think the foundation smells a little like peaches!  

You can purchase this BB cream on Amazon HERE for $13.99 + $6.99 shipping.  I think that's a pretty high markup from retail but unless you have a Korean friend, it may be difficult to get.  All in all, I really like this; however, I don't feel like I can recommend it due to the pretty high markup from retail.  If you can get this from someone in Korea, go for it.  If not, save your ~$21 for something else.  

XOXO

-K

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Is whitening for your skin? It is for mine!

You see all kinds of buzzwords on cosmetics in America:  anti-aging, minimizes pores, controls shine, firming.  One word you never really see?  Whitening.  However, that word is HUGE in the world of Asian cosmetics.  

Why?  Well, I think the prevailing idea is that whiter skin is somehow deemed more desirable.  Rubbish!  All skin tones are beautiful and I mean that with complete sincerity.

But where there's a demand, there are sure to be products to fill it.  Enter Skinfood Omija Whitening Cream.  This cute little pot holds 50 grams.  I think the detailing is lovely.  It's hard to see in these pictures but the pot has a gradient from rose pink to cream.  Very cute!

"Why would you want to whiten your skin, Paleface?!" is what you're probably thinking.  Well...this baby brightens more than it whitens.  My face literally GLOWS.  I put it on at night as my moisturizer and wake up with glowy, lit-from-within skin.    
  

Of course, this benefits from continued use; however, I think I do see some changes in some of my darker marks.  Seriously, I can't find a flaw with this product.  Want moisturized skin that makes your face look brighter, younger, and fresher?  WHO DOESN'T?!

I don't usually get this passionate but I'm going to say that you NEED this product.  You have to have it.  Don't let the word "whitening" scare you.  I promise that you'll get glowing skin! 

(Also, I have oily skin but this great cream hasn't broken me out at all.  Score!) 

You can purchase on Amazon.com HERE for $22 (+$4.49 shipping).  I got mine from a haul Amy brought back for me, so I'm not sure exactly how much mine cost.

XOXO

-K

P.S.

I've gotten compliments on my skin from a stranger and my auntie since I started using this product.  Of course, Auntie has to say those things! :-P  

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Sneak peek at my Korean cosmetic goodies!

The goodies from South Korea are here!  Finally!  I can't begin to tell you how excited I am.  Of course, I'm in a rush to try them all and report back to you; however, you have to be careful with skin products.

My personal standard is to wait about two weeks before passing judgment on skincare and foundations.  I want to see if the product breaks me out, if it brightens my skin, etc.  So, as much as I'd like to rush through these, you'll have to wait!


Right now I'm using the Missha concealer and Skin Food whitening cream.  I'll report on those ASAP.


What BB cream should I test first, y'all?!


XOXO


-K


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Beauty products from across the world!

If you're without a Korean friend I feel bad for you, son.  I got 99 problems but international airmail ain't one!

You heard that right!  Orange Lipstick is about to get doused with some Korean beauty products and I can't wait!  Ever since I started reading Musings of  Muse I've become interested in Korean / Japanese makeup.  The problem is these products are either hard to get or they cost an arm and a leg to ship over here.  

Fortunately, one of my friends has been in Korea for the last year and is about to come home.  I'm excited to see her and got even more excited when she told me she was able to pick up all the items on my list!

Here's what y'all can look forward to seeing soon:

- Skin Food Omija Whitening Complexion Cream

(Photo taken from Skin Food's website)

- Missha Extreme Cover Concealer (No. 21)

(Photo taken from Missha's website)

- Holika Holika Peach Girl BB Cream

(Photo taken from Makeup Alley)

- Holika Holika Petit BB Cream Moisture (Blue)

(Photo taken from Holika Holika's website)

- InnisFree Trouble Care BB Cream

(Photo taken from Amazon.com)

- Etude House BB Magic Cream

(Photo taken from Amazon.com)

As you can see, I'm loading up on BB creams!  Get ready!

XOXO

-K

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