Dr .G Gowoonsesang Aroma A1 Skin Lotion

Contents: 50ml
Price: HK$104
Local of Purchase: Sasa

According to the package:

 

Give your skin the benefit of the most comprehensive skin care therapies currently available.

 

Gowoonsesang is the no. 1 cosmeceutical brand in Korea which established by 8 medical doctores, 33 dermatologists, 80 nurses and 100 medical estheticians with abundant clinical experiences of treating over 400,000 patients since 1998.

 

Containing hydrophilic and lipophilic ingredients recognized for their ability to support you, each of these unique formulations works on a cellular level to help face skin achieve and mantain a clearer, healthier look.

 

Discover a program of complete care for the face based on innovative research and proven science.

 

Wet cotton swab or pad with small amount .

Apply only on the troubled spot and tap for penetration.

The product can cause irritation on sensitive skin when excess amount is used. Avoid sensitive eye area.

 

Ingredients: Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifollia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Salicylic Acid, Triclosan, Sodium Citrate, Benzophenone-3, CI 19140, CI42090

 

My Opinion:

 

I've always have problems with clogged pores, and in order to combat this issue I have to be very diligent with my skin care regime. I need a deep cleanse mask at least twice a week and sometimes three times, but what's needed is not always what you are getting, and honestly I'm lucky if I have the time to have a deep cleanse mask once a week....

 

I've always knew that BHA penetrates into the skin and helps unclogged pores, but I never came across any BHA products locally, but that is because I never knew that salicylic acid is another name for BHA.

 

Anyway, I got this and have been using it as a toner once a day all over my face, this stuffs smells awfull and it stings like hell, but it works.

 

It has cleared out my skin and it has never worked this good, I've finished my bottle in 3 weeks and already bough a new one.

 

Recently I've been reading that triclosan is actually bad for you so I've been restricting myself to only using it once a week, and I'm already looking for other BHA products without Triclosan.

SkinFood Lettuce and Cucumber Toner

Contents: 135ml

Price: HK$195

 

According to Skinfood's webpage:

 

A soft and fresh toner for moisturizing. Water rich lettuce and cucumber extracts provides moisture and vitamins, maintaining clean and clear skin.

 

Ingredients:  Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated lecithin, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Niacinamide, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Triethanol amine, Hydrolyzed lupine protein, Methicone, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Honey, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Lettuce, Cucumis Sativus, Viola Tricolor Extract, Disodium EDTA, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Parfum.

 

My Opinion:

This is not your usual toner, this has a very thick texture which is more like a watery gel instead of water. I've started by applying it with my hands and hated the result, it took ages to absorb and it left my skin very sticky, I've set it aside and never touched it again.

 

Recently my skin was kind of dry, so I've started to use it again, and for this time I've decided to apply it with a cotton pad and the result was just amazing. My skin felt hydrated immediately after application, and seriously no toner has ever given me immediate hydration, I always though that was suppose to be the job of a serum.

Caudalie Beauty Elixir

Price: HK$150.00
Contents: 30ml / 1 fl oz
Local of Purchase: Sasa

According to Caudalie's webpage:

 

Smoothing, glowing complexion

Grape, Orange blossom, Rose, Balm mint, Rosemary

 

Inspired by Queen Isabelle of Hungary’s elixir of youth, this treatment smooths away fine lines, tightens pores and gives the complexion an instant boost of radiance. Beloved by beauty addicts, celebrities and make-up artists alike.

Shake before use. Avoid the eyes. Spray onto the face before your moisturizer and at any time of the day, to refresh the skin and set make-up.

 

INGREDIENTS : AQUA (WATER), ALCOHOL*, CITRUS AURANTIUMAMARA (BITTER ORANGE) FLOWER WATER*, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE),ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF OIL*, POTASSIUMALUM, GLYCERIN*, MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL*, COMMIPHORAMYRRHA EXTRACT*, STYRAX BENZOIN RESIN EXTRACT*, MELISSAOFFICINALIS (BALM MINT) LEAF OIL*, ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWEROIL*, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) FRUIT EXTRACT*, CITRAL*,CITRONELLOL*, FARNESOL*, GERANIOL*, LIMONENE*, LINALOOL*.* Plant origin

 

My Opinion:

 

I'd remember trying this in a store several years ago and not liking the scent, but after watching so many raves about this product on youtube, I've decided to give it another go.

 

First of all, I'm still not a huge fan of the scent, but whenever I spray this on my face I really do relax, the scent is very soothing, and unlike other facial sprays I really did feel the hydration on my skin, I think that's because of the essential oils in it. That yellow layer on top of the bottle is actually essential oil and you are suppose to shake it up before you use it.

 

I've only got a small bottle because I was unsure whether I'll like it, and this was actually quite expensive, but after trying it out, I'm definetly going back for the big one.

 

 

L'oreal Derma Genesis Pore Minimising Smoother Toner

Contents: 200ml

Price: Retails for HK$99 (got it at 30% off)

Local of Purchase: Watsons

 

According to L'oreal's webpage:

Smooth skin for refined pores. Even close up

Retightens pores and smooth skin with Pore Minimising Smoother Toner. Skin is gently exfoliated and purified thanks to an ingredient combination of algae extract and Micro-Smoother ingredients.

Sensational fresh water texture that penetrates instantly into skin leaving skin refreshed and purified.

Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Potassium alum, Sodium Citrate, Methylparaben, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-10, Laminaria saccharina, Chlorphenesin, Parfum.

My Opinion:

I've initially try using this product twice per day and started to notice irritated skin, then I've cut down to once a day (in the evening), and the irritation has stopped, I guess I'll try to finish the bottle, but won't be repurchasing.

The Face Shop Calendula Eden Essential Moisture Toner

Contents: 150ml

Price: HK$45.00 (Usually retails for HK$100, but I bought it during a BOGO promotion)

Local of Purchase: Colourmix

 

According to TheFaceShop's webpage:

 

Description: A mild skin toner that contains hyluronic acids and carendula extracts creates and amazing synergy that keeps the skin moisturized for a longer period of time.

 

My Opinion:

 

I've got 2 kinds of toners at home, it's either for cleansing or hydrating.The cleansing toner is actually and essential item for me during the summer days, but the hydrating toner is just an extra step that I personally consider it useless but is unsure why I keep on using it during the winter days.

 

Since I consider this step useless, I tend to stay with economical products and I only shop for discounted items.

 

 

 

 

Avalon Organics Vitamin C Renewal Balancing Toner

Contents: 8.5 fl oz (251 ml)
Price: US$9.06
Local of Purchase: Iherb.com
Coupon Code for $10 off your first purchase

According to Avalon Organic's webpage:

 

Product description: To rebalance skin tone and moisture levels, our pore perfecting combination of Aloe, Cucumber and Papaya Extracts purifies and hydrates while targeting areas of hyperpigmentation. Plant-derived Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant and cell energizer, helps eliminate free radical damage caused by daily sun exposure to help fight the visible signs of photo-aging.

Directions for use: After cleansing, dampen a cotton ball with toner and gently sweep over face and neck. Follow with your favorite moisturizer.

 

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Arnica Montana Flower Extract(1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract*, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract(1), Echinacea Angustifolia Extract(1), Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract(1), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract(1), Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract(1), Ascorbyl Glucoside, Caprylyl/Capryl Wheat Bran/Straw Glycosides, Fusel Wheat Bran/Straw Glycosides, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alcohol(1), Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool

(1)Certified Organic Ingredient
*Also known as Lemon Bioflavonoids

 

 

My Opinion:

 

I've previously tried the Vitamin C Cleanser and really liked it, so I thought I would give the toner a try as well, and was really dissapointed with it. I didn't know what happenned,  because Vitamin C products usually works really well on my skin, but this toner just left my skin super sensitive and it always gave me the burning sensation.

Sana Hadanomy Collagen Mist

Contents: 250ml
Price: HK$69.00
Local of Purchase: Sasa

According to Sasa's Webpage:

Sana HADANOMY Collagen Mist, a gel-type mist, contains collagen that has been specially processed to make it sink deeply into skin in an easier way, enhancing skin elasticity and moisture level. The skin is left supple.

It delivers a light floral scent. You may apply it after bath, after cleansing face or before make-up to instantly hydrate skin.

how to use it:

1. Spray onto face at a distance of about 15 cm.
2. Gently massage the face until the mist is fully absorbed.

Ingredients:
Micro collagen, hyaluronic acid Na, honey, acerola extract

 

My Opinion:

I've been using Fix+ since 2010 and it was priced at HKD$140, but recently I got a new bottle and found that their price went up to HKD$180. Although I do love my Fix+, and have been using it religioulsy for the past 2 years, I find that a 30% increase is just way too much, so I've started to search for a replacement.

My first trial with Hadanomy Collagen Mist was a failure, this is a hydrating spray with a very thick texture, nothing like Fix+. It's consistency is not exactly like water, but more of a gel, it does hydrate and remove the powdery look , but it left my skin very sticky.

Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2

Contents: 400ml (13.5 fl oz)
Price: HKD234.00
Local of Purchase: Sasa

According to Clinique's webpage:

Helps clear away pollution, dulling flakes for smooth, glowing skin. Helps pores look their smallest. Skin accepts moisture better. Grows more resistant to impurities. Stays healthier, younger. Dermatologist-reformulated to be comfortable, non-drying.

Ingredients: Purified Water, Alcohol Denat., Witch Hazel, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Glycerin, Sodium Phosphate

My Opinion:

I've been using this product on and off for several years. Especially during the summer, after I wash my face I like to soak it in a cotton ball and wipe my face with it, it'll remove all residues and leaves my face really clean and fresh. Please note that this product contains alcohol in it.

Juju Cosmetics Moisture Aloe Toner

Contents: 200ml
Price: HKD58.50

According to Juju Cosmetics Webpage:

This free-flowing, light-texture toner penetrates smoothly into the stratum corneum,making the skin fresh and elastic.It can also be applied on the cotton pads to use as facial masks.

It contains hyaluronic acid※ and collagen※.

・Contains certified organic aloe sap.
 

^※Moisturizing Ingredient

no fragrance/no artificial color/no mineral oil/Mild acidity

According to Sasa's webpage:

JuJu Cosmetics Natural JuJu Moisture Aloe Toner (Smooth) is suitable for oily and combination skin.

Made of 100% organic aloe, the toner prevents excess sebum secretion and keeps the skin’s moisture level in balance, hence reducing the appearance of fine lines.

It also stimulates the renewal of skin cells and strengthens the natural barrier function of surface skin. Contains no fragrance and artificial color.

how to use it
After cleansing, saturate cotton with the toner and apply on face.

country of origin
Japan

suitable for
oily and acne skin / combination skin

My Opinion:

I've read it somewhere that toner is not really an essential item in your skincare regime, is just an extra step that doesn't do much to your skin.

Although that's what the experts claims, personally I just love toner, and I use it everyday to:

1. remove all residue that hasn't been removed by the cleanser, for such purpose I usually wet a cotton ball and wipe my face with it;
2. improve the absorption of skincare products, I use a spritzer and spray my face with toner, and while my face is still damp, I apply my serum and toner. I've noticed that all my skincare products aborbs faster/better on damp skin.

容量： 200ml
價錢： HKD58.50

根據SASA網頁：

JuJu Cosmetics Natural JuJu蘆薈保濕爽膚水 (清爽)，特別適用於油性及混合性皮膚。

以100%有機蘆薈製成的爽膚水，有效抑制過剩油脂分泌，保持肌膚滋潤，從而減低皺紋出現機會。

爽膚水的保濕滋潤成份，幫助促進細胞更生及加強表層肌膚的天然保護機能。產品不含香料及人造色素。


使用方法
潔面後，用化妝棉沾取適量JuJu Cosmetics Natural JuJu蘆薈保濕爽膚水，在面上輕拍。

原產地
日本

適合膚質
油及暗瘡性皮膚 / 混合性皮膚

我的意見：

記得曾經看過一編文章指爽膚水其實是一個多餘的護膚步驟，爽膚水對皮膚的保養功效不大。雖然如此，小妹仍堅持每天使用爽膚水作以下的用途：

1. 抺去潔面後仍留在面上的污垢，通常潔面後小妺會以爽膚水弄濕一個棉花球再抺面；
2. 用爽膚水弄濕塊面後才搽護膚品，這樣的做法會令皮膚更快吸收你所搽的護膚品。

NUXE Micelar Cleansing Water with 3 roses

Contents: 200ml

Price: HKD153.00

According to NUXE's webpage:

Description:

Effective by nature

In a single step, this alcohol-free, fragrance-free Micellar Cleansing Water eliminates all the impurities from the face and eyes.

Precious benefits for my skin

A fresh texture and delicate Floral Water fragrance for perfectly cleansed face and eyes, with that leaves your skin soft and toned.

Star active ingredients

This micellar cleansing water soothes and softens

Advice:

My skincare ritual

Apply Micellar Cleansing Water with 3 Roses to your face and eyes in the morning and/or evening using a cotton pad. No need to rinse.
 

My Beauty Tips

To revive puffy eyes, dab them with cotton pads soaked in refrigerated Micellar Cleansing Water with 3 Roses.

Ingredients: AQUA/WATER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYSORBATE 20, POLOXAMER 184, SODIUM CHLORIDE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, ALLANTOIN, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE, CITRIC ACID, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWER OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, BHT, ROSA ALBA FLOWER EXTRACT, ROSA HYBRID FLOWER EXTRACT, CITRONELLOL [N0501/E].

My Opinion:

I've tried using this product to remove my makeup, and I always need to wash my face again with a cleanser, because it doesn't removes everything.  I've tried using it as a toner, and it left my face sticky and I had to rinse it off with water. The only purpose I found with this product was to pair it with my Hitachi Face Crie for deep cleansing.

I wouldn't pay for this product, but since I've got several X'mas pack last year from NUXE, and they all seems to have this product in their packages, I'm stuck with several bottles which I'll still try to finish it off.

容量：200ml

價錢：HKD153.00

我的意見：

我試過用這支潔面水來卸妝，但卸完還是要再洗面，因為卸得不夠乾淨。試過用作爽膚水，但用後塊面變得好黏，一定要再過水。最後發現這個產品的唯一用途就是和Hitachi Face Crie一同

用來作深層潔面。

我還有幾支這個品牌的潔膚水，但那是因為我買了幾set這個品牌的護膚品，而每盒都有一支潔膚水。我會儘力用完這些潔膚水，但就不會再買。

Dr. Morita Natural Sponge Cucumber Water

Contents: 60ml / 150ml

Price: HKD12.00 / HKD23.00

Ingredients: Water, Pentylene, Glycol, EDTA, Isothiazolinones, Fragrance.

My Opinion:

I've been spraying this all over my face before my skincare, because it seems that my skincare products absorbs faster on a damp face.

In my opinion this is just a slightly scented (cucumber scent) water in a bottle, which I happen to like the scent and since it was so cheap I went back an got a big bottle.

容量： 60ml / 150ml

價錢：HKD12.00 / HKD23.00

根據森田藥粧網頁：

描述：

◆ 由天然絲瓜莖採擷而成的絲瓜萃取液，具強效保濕、清新舒緩及柔敏功效，舒緩緊繃乾燥的肌膚。
◆ 不黏膩的天然保濕成份能補充肌膚必要的水份及濕潤感，適合每日重覆使用，並可明顯有效的改善乾燥、缺水的肌膚

※ 使用方式：清潔後直接噴於臉部即可


我的意見：

其實這只是一支有香味的水（青瓜味），而小妺一向都習慣先噴濕塊面後才搽護膚品，這樣的做法會令護膚品吸收得比較快，所以就買了這支絲瓜水來用。

Heritage Rosewater & Glycerin

Contents: 8fl oz (240 ml)

Price: US5.91

According to the package:

Rose Petals Rose Water

Certified*

• Pure, Natural Essence
• From European Roses
• Popular Gourmet Flavoring

Use as a perfume or body splash, add to your hair rinse or bath water, or try as a gourmet flavoring. You can also combine with therapeutic oils to make your own unique complexion formula.

Contains Vor-Mag Water, water that has been vortexed and magnetized to raise the energy to a higher vibration that we believe to be more beneficial.

Experience the delicate floral scent of real roses any time of the year!

*Certified by periodic laboratory test to be free of pesticide residues.

My Opinion :

I've already gone thru several bottles of these, and so far I've tried rosewater, jasmine and lavender. I've tried both with and without glycerine, and I'd prefer the one with glycerine.

I mainly use it to set my makeup because I tend to have a heavy hand on setting powder, and I need a mist to avoid a powdery face.   I think the next one that I want to try out is the gardenia scent.

容量：8fl oz (240 ml)

價錢： 美元5.91

我的意見：

我已經用了好幾支這個品牌的花水，曾經試過玫瑰花，薰衣草和茉莉花。這個品牌的花水有分業普通花水或添加了金油（保濕成份）的花水，兩款我都試過，比較喜歡添加了金油的花水。

我通常會化好妝後噴一些花水，因為我上碎粉時經常都會太手重，噴小許花水可令個妝沒那麼粉。

SANA Uruoitashi Moisture Mist

Contents: 50ml

Price: HKD$59

According to Sana's webpage:

According to the package:

SANA Uruoitashi Moisture Mist is a portable moisture mist without fragrance, color preservatives, alcohol or mineral oil. It combines 3 different Hyaluronic. Acids which helps deep moisture penetration into skin and the use of Nano-collagen in the gel creates a lasting moisturizing effect on the skin. You can have a refreshed and deeply- moistened look anytime, anywhere.

Spray at approximately 15cm away from face. Close your eyes and lips while spraying. Dap and massage with fingertips. Can also be used after make-up.

My Opinion:

This is the finest mist that I have ever tried, so rest assured that you could use this on top of your makeup without disturbing anything. However considering the price and the amount of product you are getting, this is kind of expensive and I would rather use something else, since I did not see any obvious changes in my makeup, but if you have dry skin you might want to try this, because I've read that this might make a difference.

Missha Super Aqua Aroma Deep Sea Water Facial Mist

Contents: 150ml Scent: Bergamot Price: HK$162

According to Missha's webpage:

A water-free facial mist that replenishes dry, thirsty skin better than water. Contains a special blend of Deep Sea Water and Ionised Water for better absorption and hydration. Comes in a handy spray bottle that can be used any time any place. Has the additional benefit of aromatherapy with infusions of essential oils that soothe, protect and refresh the senses.

Ingredients:

Sea Water, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit extract, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit/leaf/stem Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Citrate, Octyldodeceth-16, Butylene Clycol, Disodium EDTA, Water (Aqua), Citric Acid, Magnesium Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance (parfum).

My Opinion:

Tell me that it has a citrus scent and I'm sold.... I got this mainly because it says that it's bergamot scented.

Tried it for several weeks and didn't find it amazing, I usually spritz some water on my face after I set my foundation with a power (hate powdery face), and although the mist head appears to be finer than the rest of the facial mist that I've tried, it just didn't stand out for me, and I don't think it's worth HK$162

Heritage - Rose Petals Rosewater

Contents: 8fl oz (240ml)
Price: US$5.65



Description:

• Certified*
• Pure, Natural Essence
• From European Roses
• Popular Gourmet Flavoring
• Atomizer Mist Sprayer

*Certified by periodic laboratory test to be free of pesticide residues. More information on request.
Experience the delicate floral scent of real roses any time of the year!
Ingredients: Contains Vor-Mag Water (water that has been vortexed and magnetized to raise the energy to a higher vibration that we believe to be more beneficial) and Hydroessential Rose Oil.
It says in the bottle that it can be use as a perfume or body splash, add to your hair rinse or bath water, or try as a gourmet flavoring. Can also combine with thearpeutic oils to make your own unique complexion formula.
Although it claims that you can use it for several purpose, I've only used it as a facial mist...

Venus Vitalizing Tonic

Contents: 250ml or 8.4 fl oz
Price: HK$56

According to the package:

Designed for all skin types, it completes the cleansing process by removing all traces of cleansing milk and impurities.

Use: apply by gently patting morning and evening with a cotton ball.

My Opinion:

I got this from SASA and couldn't find it's official webpage....

Although I've read some negative reviews about this product, mainly because it contains alcohol (which I don't mind), I find that it does leave my face fresh and clean.

Alba Hibiscus Facial Toner

Contents: 8.5 fl oz (250ml)
Price: US9.64
Loca of purchase: Iherb.com
Coupon Code for $10 off your first purchase

According to Alba's webpage:

Signature ingredient: Hibiscus combines with honeysuckle, guava and cucumber to tone and balance skin after cleansing.

Product description: Tropical flower and fruit extracts with skin toning enzymes purify and balance skin's delicate pH for optimum moisturizing benefits and a fresh, healthy complexion.

Features and benefits: This gentle toner combines witch hazel and soothing aloe vera together with a whole host of tropical fruits and floral extracts to refresh and tone skin.

Who should use this product? For all skin types, use in the morning and evening after cleansing.

Directions for use: After cleansing, dampen a cotton pad with toner, and gently wipe face and neck. Do not rinse. Avoid contact with eyes.

My Opinion:

I must have mentioned before that Thayers lemon witch hazel is my favorite toner, but since I've read tones of raves about Alba Hibiscus on makeupalley.com, I got myself a bottle and found that Alba was as good as Thayers.

Thayers Premium Witch Hazel

Contents: 12 oz
Price: US$8.60 @
Local of Purchase: Iherb.com
Coupon Code for $10 off your first purchase

According to Thayer's Webpage:

Thayers Lemon Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera Formula Astringent

Like a Tall Glass of Lemonade for Your Skin.

Thayers Lemon Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera Formula is a fresh-smelling, gentle astringent that cleanses and refreshes the skin with a delightful lemon essence.

Ingredients:

Thayers Proprietary Witch Hazel, Lemongrass, Orange Peel, Blackberry, Chamomile, Nettle and Grapefruit extracts in a purified water base, natural grain alcohol as a preservative (10%) and an Emulsified All-Natural Fresh Lemon Fragrance.

Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner

Flower Power.

Thayers Rose Petal Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera Formula Toner will make your skin bloom. Rose Thayer’s remarkably soothing Toner is made with rose-petal water, Vitamin E and our proprietary Witch Hazel extract.

Toner with Aloe Vera Formula with Vitamin E

Ingredients:

Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Certified Organic Filet Of Aloe Vera), Glycerin (Vegetable), Fragrance (Natural Rose) Hamamelis Virginiana (THAYERS® proprietary un-distilled Witch Hazel) Extract, Rosa Centifolia (Rose) Flower Water, Citric Acid, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate.

My Opinion:

I'm not too choosy about toners, and this is my fourth bottle of Lemon Witch Hazel (it smells great) and I've got no complaints about it. I've recently got a bottle of Rose Petal, but I haven't tried yet.

(Update 11/09/2011)

I've recently finished the bottle of Rose Petal, and didn't notice any difference apart from the scent.

Kuan Yuan Lian Sponge Cucumber Lotion

廣源良 - 菜瓜水
Contents: 180ml




Product Specifications/Features :
Natural sponge cucumber toner contains NATURAL cucumber extract that soften and refresh your skin. With the natural ingredient which are suitable for all type of skin. Using our sponge cucumber toner, your skin can absorbs quickly and keep it hydrated all day.
I got this when I was in Taiwan and this was actually a special package where you buy 2 for the price of one. I've finished the first bottle and believe this is just plain water, it didn't do anything at all to my skin, in order to finishi it off, I've put it in a bottle and spray it to my face when my face feels kind of dry, but for such purpose i'd prever evian water.
This is a product from Taiwan

Kiehl's Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion

Contents:4 fl oz / 118ml
Price HK$105

According to Kiehl's Webpage:

• Formula Created in 1964
• Spot treatment for oily, blemish-prone areas
• Helps prevent razor discomfort after shaving
• May be too drying for very delicate or easily dehydrated skin
• Product is not intended for medical use
• Not tested on animals

Key Ingredients:

• Camphor is naturally derived from an eastern evergreen tree. It can give a cooling effect to the skin and is an effective treatment for oily skin.Menthol
• Menthol is a natural cooling agent, containing 50% peppermint or other mint oils, or made synthetically by hydrogenation of thymol. It is used in skin care to give a cooling effect to skin.
• Sodium PCA is a naturally occurring humectant in the skin, partly responsible for the skin's moisture-binding capacity. It is derived from amino acids and is highly water absorbing. Due to its moisture-binding ability, it is a high performance humectant which increases the skin's softness when added to products.

Direction for use:

Moisten a sterile cotton pad with toner, and apply to skin in areas where needed, avoiding the immediate eye area. Before applying, we recommend patch-testing a small amount of any cosmetic product on the inside skin of the wrist area to ascertain its compatibility with your skin

I had this for ages, and I still got half a bottle of it left because this astringent is really strong and it dries out everything. Even though I have combo skin, I only use it around my chin area where I'm prone to break out.