Review: Naruko Magnolia Night Eye Gelly

First and foremost, allow me to apologise for being away for a long time..... just need to sort out some things that has been on my mind for quite a while. Anyway, still in the midst of it and yes, i might be facing my quarterlife crisis... what's new? Heh, nothing can help but to tough it out i guess.

Alright, enough of that grumbling..... today's focus is on Naruko Magnolia Night Eye Gelly.

I did a review on Naruko Raw Job's Tear Whitening Night Gelly previously and was impress by the texture and application of the product, especially how my skin appears to be smooth and sufficiently hydrated after using it, though not really that impressed by its whitening effect (which is not visible on me no matter how i scrutinised my skin in the mirror after using the whole jar). Despite failing to perform its intended purpose of Whitening, i am keen to consider repurchasing it solely for the way my skin felt after the application (smooth, matte and hydrated).

Therefore, expectations for its counterpart, the Night Eye Gelly is high as i expect it to perform no worse than the Raw Job's Tear Night Gelly.

Zen-like jar packaging of the Night Gelly, the chinese words on the jar (which resembles calligraphy) simply states what it is suppose to do and that it is the first skincare product to be produced under the Taiwan's Community Fair Trade project.

What Naruko Magnolia Night Eye Gelly is supposed to do?

Stated on the jar: This One-of-a-kind night eye gelly has been developed to effectively firm and tone the eye area. The therapeutic formula deeply hydrates the skin and increase cell turnover rate to promote radiance. An effective botanical complex helps to combat the premature signs of aging.

A close look at the product- gel-like texture.

A closer look- the amount is too much for 1 (double eyes application), it is sufficient for 2 appliations.

The texure is slightly more liquid-like than the Raw Job's Tear Night Gelly.

Liquid-gel like texture allows easy appliation on the skin.

After application.

Like the fuss-free packaging for Raw Job's Tear Night Gelly, the Magnolia Night Eye Gelly comes just in the simple white jar with a small spatula to scoop the product. In terms of amount for each application, i trust all of us sort of vaguely know how much is enough (and yes, piling the product thickly does not necessarily mean that the skin will absorb double the amount and hence more potent.....). Nothing to fuss about the packaging, so far so good.

The scent of the product is one of the strongest i have ever encountered in terms of skincare products. There is this very strong whiff of floral scent, i am guessing the Magnolia to which i recoiled the very minute i lifted the plastic cap off the jar. The scent does not goes away after application like most skincare products, it lingers and lingers and then fade away way later. I don't mind scented skincare products, if you like the scent why not, or if the scent just lingers there for a little while, i will just bear with it especially if the product works. In this case, its is really strong (personally that's how i felt) and for me to bear such a overwhelming scent, the product had better be of HG quality.

Regarding the application, personally i don't really follow the recommended amount for application, i just scoop what i feel is enough and so half the amount that was shown in the 4th picture is well enough for a single application. Application is smooth but i do notice the Magnolia Night Eye Gelly takes a longer time to be absorbed into the skin and the aftermath of it is slightly sticky, it takes a while to dry.

I have been using the Night Eye Gelly every night for coming 2 months, and i am only slightly a quarter through the jar (i don't skimp on the application). I have yet to witness any firming or toning of the eye area. It is fairly moisturising on the eye area though to be honest. In terms of radiance or anti-aging effects, I am unable to detect any at the moment (or perhaps i should cut down my caffine intake and yes, sleep earlier). Nope, nope... none of all that except the hydration bit.

I find that the conventional eye cream works better for me.

The Magnolia Night Eye Gelly is better suited for those whose eye area is not plagued with dark eye circles and fine lines yet. It should serve better as a preventive kind of product.

Will i buy it again?

Its a no for now, unless i do see the results after finishing the entire jar (probably another couple of months down the road... but i am not that likely to change my opinion on it).

Well, what don't work on me, might be otherwise for you. Just my 2 cents worth here, hope it helps. : )

Priced at NT 299 (S$12.80 approximately) for 30ml or 1.1fl.oz , available at http://www.naruko.com.sg/ or Watsons at Taiwan (not too sure about Singapore).

Review: Laneige Perfect Renew Dual Touch Eyes Eyecream

Okie, so the search for the perfect eye cream continues for like.... a few years ...

This time round, i will be review the Perfect Renew Dual Touch Eyes Eye cream from Laneige. I have tried their Perfect Renew Skin Refiner (deluxe travel size, it was part of a set that i purchase sometime ago when they are having a promotion at Isetan) and i quite like the product itself thus i decided to give the rest of the Perfect Renew skincare line (which is supposed to be their anti-aging range) a try.

What attracted me to the Dual Touch Eye cream was that there are actually 2 eye creams, 1 for day use which contains SPF 25/ PA++ and there is 1 for night use as well. Its quite a refreshing change for the "öh, you can use the same jar of eye cream for day and night as well.". This Korean brand separates the eye cream for day and night usage.

                                                 The snowflake inspired packaging.

                                                   List of ingredients for the day cream.


                                                   List of ingredients for the night cream.

                      The actual packaging for the eyecream which comes with a spatula attached.

In terms of packaging, i do like the fact that they take into consideration of the needs of the skin at different time of the day and thus, the eye cream for day and night are contained in separate jars plus there is a spatula attached (so that you don't have to stick your fingers into the jar and contaminate the product- please wash the spatula after each use), the packaging is quite thoughtful, the hefty weight of the product (glass jar concealed) makes one feel that it is more luxurious than other eye creams in the market.

The Perfect Renew eye cream is not fragrance-free, having said that girls who are allergic to scent laced skincare products might want to proceed with caution. I am not allergic to fragranced products, so i don't really condemn them unless its really too much for me to take it. There is a subtle, very light scent to both the day and night cream which i can't describe exactly how it smell like, except that it is rather refreshing and could possibility be marketed as a light fragrance by itself.

Know what? I like the scent, in fact i look forward to using it so that i could smell it again (yeah sick, i know).

                                  Left: Day use with SPF 25/ PA++ and Right: Night use.

                                Left: Eye cream for the day and Right: Eye cream for the Night.


                                 A swab of both on the skin (L-R: Day cream and Night cream)

                                                                  Texture of the both.


                                                          Both spreaded onto the skin.

Texture-wise, there is a vast difference between the 2. The day cream which contains SPF is considerably thicker and heavier which can be seen in the pictures above, so some patting is definitely required to make sure that the eye cream is nicely absorbed into the skin. Well, that does not necessarily mean that the day cream is oily as that is what terrifies me in the case of eye cream, it isn't. It doesn't feel heavy to me throughout the day at all even beneath makeup.

Now the night cream is a different thing all together, it is very light and almost gel lotion-like which is quite therapeutic to use as part of my night time skincare routine. It absorbs into the skin much faster than its daytime counterpart and well, at times i wonder if i am applying enough of it. It is very light in texture and i do like it alot especially since i live in a country that is very humid and hot.

I like every aspect of the product, from the packaging to the function to the scent, the texture... the only thing that will probably hinder my decision to repurchase it again might be the fact that it not not hydrating enough or it is not strong enough to reap anti-wrinkle effects on my skin. However, it could be due to the fact that my eye areas are quite dry nowadays, other than that if my eye areas aren't that dry, this could very well be my HG for eye cream and  at a rather nice price point too.

I would very much preferred this if it aren't for my dry eye areas. Pity.

Priced at S$99.00 for 15ml each for day and night eye cream. Available at all Laneige counters.

Note: You can get them at 20% off during Metro sales or at a better price during promtions at Isetan.

 

Haul:Hauling from my Taiwan Trip

Yes, i disappeared for quite a while...mainly for health reason which has been plaguing me to no end since Feb this year. Hope to recover from it real soon.. : )

I decided to take a break to go travelling and thus my humble hauling from Taiwan. : )

Without further ado, i introduce my haul.......

The "family"that just joined my stash.

A section of it.

My Naruko haul.

The Marjoram and Lavender Brightening Peeling Gel.

(1 for a BFF)

Naruko Narcissus Total Defence set (anti-aging and repair) which was available at a special price : )

Naruko Raw Job's Tear series- meant for whitening, repair and hydration. 

Naruko Raw Job's Tear Whitening Night Gelly- which i have been using for a week since i came back, will do a review of it soon.

Naruko Magnolia Brightening and Firming Night Eye Gelly.

The much-raved Albion Skin Conditioner.

Albion Exage Whitening Lotion I.

Albion facial cotton which is supposed to complement Albion products and i was amazed by it during the try out at the counter. Great customer service too, i say. : )

The free gift - 3 pcs of Exage Whitening Moisture masks.

Majolica Majorca Mascara Eye Gorgeous Wing Neo and Lash Enamel Glamour Volume On. Yes, they are much cheaper in Taiwan.

Lush's Karma.

Karma again (no pun intended here).

The list of ingredients -as the main composition of the fragrance are essential oils, so they must be used within 2 years (stated).

The Nail polishes- how can i forget them? : )

L-R: Fushia Pink, Lemony Yellow, Plum or something and Chanel's Peridot.

This is the only item not from Taiwan (from duty-free at Changi Airport).

A unique colour that i can't help but feel the need to show the pic again.

This is what i picked from Nature's Republic (i got 2 of it, 1 was for another BFF who eats nail polishes like nobody).

This Lemony sunny yellow just made my day, so gotta have it (from Face Shop).

The Pink caught my eye too.

The Nail Gang once again.

Swatches of the nail gang.

Nautical inspired hair accessory.

Fell in love with the detailing.

Handmade hair accessories.

Russian doll inspired hair clip. Caught my eye and seized my heart the moment i saw it.

Nautical hair accessory again. : )

That's all for now.

I will be doing some write ups on quite a number of products that i have been using for a month or so. So, keep visiting and do feel free to comment on things that i can improve on.

Until then, see you : )



Haul: When the going gets tough......

Yes, yes... when you are feeling depressed and feels that the going gets way tough for you to handle and you are a certified makeup addict... so what do you do?

What else?

A Haul!

These are my haul for the past 2 weeks......

The newbies in the family.


A must since i don't really like to use shampoo or soap on my brushes.

Chanel? What could it be? : )

Woo... another Nars...

Maquillage casing.. love the pretty design on the sides.

RMK Loose Powder.

Something from The Bodyshop... a review on it coming up.

My first bronzer.. believe it or not....

Another lippy to join the family.

My essential.

More lipbalms to protect my dry lips.

Ha....i feel so much better now... have been rotating between stress at work and getting sick...

Sigh... i am currently into my 6th month for coughing ...yes that LONG and the specialists all couldn't come up with an explanation for my super duper persistant long cough...

Reviews coming up as soon as i feel much better... i am keeping my fingers crossed that it will be soon. : )