Laneige Clear C Peeling Mask Review

Laneige Clear-C Peeling Mask

Bought for: P1,070/ 70ml

Bought from: Althea Korea

In my previous posts, I tackled about the Laneige Clear-C Advance Effector Ex and how it helped me clear out my skin. From that moment, I got an interest with the rest of the products in the same line. When I did a huge haul last April, I made sure to pick this one up which has been in my long list of to-buy from the website.

CLAIMS

Tackle two skin issues with this multitasking Clear-C Peeling Mask from Laneige! Containing strawberry seeds and konjac jelly granules, this mask gently exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin and impurities while mild AHA acid from fruit extracts even out the skin's texture and moisturize. The result? Smooth, supple skin that's plump and radiant, our absolute fave!

INGREDIENTS

Aqua, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Sodium Polyacrylate, Kaolin, Mannan, Acerola Fruit Extract, Vaccinium myrtillus Fruit Extract, Euterpe oleracea Fruit Extract, Yeast Ferment Extract, Sugar Cane Extract, Sugar Maple Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Orange Fruit Extract, Strawberry Seed, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Cocoa Extract, Dextrin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glutathione, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Aromatics

AHA - Derived from fruits to gently exfoliate away dead skin cells 

Strawberry seeds - Finely ground to scrub away dirt and impurities from the skin 

Acerola cherry extract - Improves collagen synthesis for a youthful complexion

HOW TO USE

On clean skin, apply a small amount onto the skin to evenly coat it, gently massaging in circular motions for a few minutes, before rinsing off with water.

PACKAGING

Product comes in a white cardboard box with blue and pink touches. There's nothing much on it so let's move forward. Once you open the box, there are tiny leaflets containing more information about the product and other similar skincare from the same line. This is typical of Laneige. I appreciate this because I get to know the product more and it also gives me an idea on how and which I can use it with.

Like most Laneige product, Clear-C Peeling Mask has a luxurious packaging. It's very similar to their Special Care Water Sleeping Mask except the jar is frosted pink. Be careful though because it's fragile and it has weight to it. It comes with an inner seal for extra protection and a plastic spatula for hygiene purposes. Eventually though, I lost it and decided to just use my fingers which is uhm, not very sanitary. I love the packaging and all, don't get me wrong, but closed containers are still much preferred plus they are more travel-friendly. Agree?

SCENT, TEXTURE AND EASE OF APPLICATION

Product is somewhat thick and creamy. It has real strawberry seeds and konjac jelly granules that adds up to the product's soft consistency. It's such an amazing experience to play with except it's expensive so never mind, no wasting please.

The texture actually reminds me of hydrogel water marbles I used to play with when I was still a kid. The gelatinous texture of squashed water marbles is very similar to the texture of this product. Okay, you get the point lol. Anyway, when mixed with strawberry seeds, it makes a very fine and gentle face scrub/mask that doesn't scratch or over-exfoliate the skin.

Using this product is an absolute fuss-free experience because the products rinses off very easily, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth. It smells of something unusual like citrus but I don't mind.

PERFORMANCE

I'm kind of torn whether I consider it a scrub or mask but the good thing about this product, I guess, is the fact that it can multitask as both. Again, the creamy consistency and exfoliating factor makes it a good mask to remove dead skin cells and excess dirt and oil. Adding strawberry seeds to it aids in faster removal as it requires physical application. Good thing, it's not as abrasive as other physical scrubs in the market.

Using it 2-3 times a weeks is really helpful in maintaining that soft and smooth skin. A tiny amount is enough to cover the face and neck so one jar will definitely last you a very long time. I just don't think that it does more than softening the skin so I'm kind of on the fence whether or not I'd repurchase. It does nothing to help cure the unevenness of my skin tone nor even improve marks I have. Thinking about the price tag though, I don't think it's worth it.

If you have very minimal skin issues and just looking for a good exfoliating mask, go for it. Just make sure not to use it with other acids and this contains AHA already. This is to avoid any adverse reactions.

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Real Techniques Unicorn and Glitters - Brush Crush Volume I Review

January feels like t'was only yesterday but checking our calendar, I couldn't believe it's already ber-months. Three more months until the season of giving! Ideally though, everyday should be like it. The world will be a better place if we start sharing. Share the love, share the joy and anything you can think of - whether it's tangible or not. Don't be too hard on yourself and spoil you every chance you get because you deserve it. Well, that's what I keep telling myself when I got these makeup brushes from Real Techniques because I'm doing good and there seems to be a progress with how I handle mental stresses. Good job, Hanna, for thinking positively and for the smooth segue lol. Anyway, let's start with our agenda for today.

Real Techniques releases gorgeous and functional brush collections from time to time. One of which is this Brush Crush Volume I which is basically composed of brush essentials inspired by beautiful unicorn and glitter designs. These are very trending makeup brush features that I always see everywhere but the thing is, most of them only look gorgeous without the function factor. The ones I see in most online shops are way too flimsy and aren't sturdy enough to last you a long time. On the other hand, the ones from Real Techniques both have great aesthetic and quality.

Brush Crush Volume I Brushes comes in pink and purple handles with glitter design. The glitters don't seem to fall out any time. I love it that they were sturdy and scratch-proof and you can tell that a lot of money has been put into these brushes because each brush has a weight to it. They are kind of heavy which aid in precise application, at least in my opinion. The angled, pointed handle is made for the purpose of it not rolling in your vanity so each brush actually stay put where you place it. 

Another thing I find so great about these is the white and purple brush hairs. They are made of synthetic fibers which is super soft and there's not a single hair that irritates the skin. The purple and white ombre looks very cool too. I've washed these a lot of times already and they do not shed nor lose their shape eventually.

300 POWDER BRUSH

I have here four brushes from the line to review and I lack 2-3 brushes and a makeup sponge because I couldn't find them anywhere here in the Philippines. My bad. How I wish I was living in US lol. Anyway, the first thing we have in this collection is this 300 Powder Brush which retails for P890 in Sephora.

This powder brush is slightly pressed on the bottom and goes tapered on the top. The bristles are super soft and plush that it distributes powder onto the face evenly. I like it but I prefer bigger and more domed setting brush than this.

302 BLUSH BRUSH

I'm used to fluffy and tapered blush brushes but this one right here is also a gem. It looks more like a paddle brush (that's a little bit denser and bristles are way less firmer) which I'm never a fan of. It's also a small brush in comparison to all blush brushes I own and I actually think I wouldn't like at first. I fell in love with it because it applies blush well and blended. It's probably because of the triangular, tapered shape of the brush head so it distributes products well. Now, I appreciate that the size is great for the apples of the cheeks so you don't overdo your flush.

Just like all brushes in the collection, the bristles are super soft and it really gives a natural flush of color. It retails for P890 in Sephora.

302 FLAT CONTOUR BRUSH

This is the heaviest in the collection and the weight actually helps in precise application of contour especially if you're sporting a well-chiseled jaw. This brush is flat and dense on top but still soft and gentle on the skin. It blends contour seamlessly so yeah, great brush. This is also very similar to the RT's bold metals contour brush so you don't have to get both if you already have one. This is a great brush to invest on but then again, not a very essential brush type that you have to own a lot unless, of course, if you are a collector.

It retails for P890 in Sephora and the price is still worth it considering the quality. I just don't find too many uses for this brush, that's it.

305 SHADOW BRUSH

This shadow brush has a very soft, slightly tapered head. In comparison to most blending brushes I own, this is a little bit smaller. This brush is perfect for applying soft shadows and since there aren't many eye brushes in this collection, this brush is something I have to have an extra for. I'm loving this brush so far and I'm planning to get a back up soon.

I am very particular with eye brushes. Eyes is surrounded with thin skin that can easily get irritated just be using scratchy eye brushes so I wanted my collection to only have the ones with soft bristles. If they prick the skin or makes my eyes teary, I'm throwing them out. I'm so happy to have discovered this shadow brush the works so gently and is perfect for the size of my eyes.

These are overall a great brush collection from Real Techniques. I never doubted it because RT's brushes are awesome in general. These are way cheaper than high end brushes but does the same thing if not better. I will continue purchasing brushes from the brand and if you plan on doing so, hurry because these are limited editions and won't be hanging around for long.

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