Is there a specific time when the giveaways end and we can no longer enter them? Or can we enter so long as the post is still up?

When are giveaway deadlines?

I’ve seen people rave about using ferments in their routine, but does it do anything other than give you a glow? 

The only ferment I’ve used so far is the I’m From Mugwort Essence (not sure if this is a ferment tho, but the mugwort is fermented), but I haven’t really noticed any glow. Any product recommendations?

Benefits of using ferments?

What is it and what does it do for your skin?

What’s your must-have product for the winter season?

I took off one star because it unfortunately stings my eyes, or else this would be a HG for me. Also, after reapplication and at the end of the day, my forehead does look a little shiny so this might not be the best for oilier skin types. 

☀️ UV filters
Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Tinosorb M, Uvasorb HEB (Isocotrizinol)

🌸 Texture + Scent
It’s a lightweight, watery type of consistency that blends into the skin without any effort. The scent is a mild, floral smell from plant extracts and no added fragrance. 

💭 My Experience
I didn’t have many expectations from this SPF, though I know their fluid SPF is very popular. I’m pleasantly surprised with the performance! It applies so easily and dries quickly to a nice natural finish that’s not sticky or greasy. It’s moisturizing enough that I will skip moisturizer and apply this right after toner in the AM. The scent doesn’t bother me and it disappears a couple minutes after applying anyways!   I haven’t seen many people mention this but this SPF is actually manufactured by Kolmar (according to Olive Young), so this could be a good dupe for the Roundlab Birch and BOJ sunscreens!

I’ve found nothing bad, but there’s mineral and olive oil, which some may dislike or find irritating to the skin.

This one is a cult classic, and for good reason! 

✨ Highlights 
- Fragrance free
- Can use on dry or damp face (was formulated for this reason)
- Really affordable for it’s quality and performance

🌟 Packaging
- The pump reaches the very bottom of the bottle so you’re able to get every last drop
- Refills come in pouches to reduce less plastic waste 

💧 Texture
Relatively light oil with good slip. Emulsifies to a milky white, watery texture.

🥰 My Experience
I use this as the first step to my double cleanse to remove makeup and sunscreen, and removes everything and emulsifies so quickly! My mascara is the Heroine Make one (notorious for being hard to remove), and oil gently dissolves it within seconds without having to rub and tug at my eyes. 🤯 It easily washes off completely after emulsifying, and I sometimes skip my second cleanser because I know this doesn’t stay on my face. This keeps my pores from building up too much sebum and doesn’t irritate my face. I’ve gone through a couple of refills at this point, and I will probably keep going back to it until the end of time! 🤩

❌ has fragrance, sensitive skin friends be cautious!
❌ stings eyes

☂️ Packaging
Screw-off lid with a cute lil purple spatula 

💜 Texture + Scent 
It’s a solid that melts nicely into an oil when I rub it into my palms, and emulsifies into a milky liquid. The scent is a sweet, grape candy-like smell. 🍇

🔮 My Experience  
This balm was alright at removing my makeup + sunscreen. I wear a really waterproof mascara that stayed on even after this cleansing balm. Even after emulsifying, it would take a really long time to wash off my face and still leave an oily film. This isn’t really a problem if you double cleanse, but I like to skip second cleanser sometimes if I didn’t wear heavy makeup/sunscreen. I really wanted to like this balm because it smells so nostalgic for me, but the fragrance actually sensitized my skin in less than a week. 😖 It also stung my eyes and clouded my vision, so I just think there’s better oil cleansers out there that can do a better job for the price point. 

✨ This exfoliator was so gentle on my sensitive skin that it didn’t do anything. It didn’t help with texture, unclog any pores, or even brighten my skin. It’s not exactly hydrating, but at least it doesn’t leave my skin feeling stripped.

✨ It squeezes out of the tube in a jelly-like consistency that turns into little clumps/balls once it comes into contact with your face.

✨ It smells like a sweeter version of Pine-Sol (citrus-scented floor cleaner), but I quite like it! It might be too much for those sensitive to scents.

This is my favorite (and probably best) dry shampoo I’ve ever tried! 🥰

✨ I have fine, thin dark hair and the slightest bit of product will weigh my hair down. This dry shampoo surprisingly doesn't do that, and it doesn't leave my hair looking or feeling greasy either. 

✨ No whitecast here! It sprays on pretty transparent that I thought there wasn’t anything coming out the first couple of time I used this haha. 

✨ It has the same fresh, floral-y/citrusy scent as other Loreal Elvive products (I believe) and I absolutely love it! It can be quite overwhelming if you’re sensitive to smell, but I love that this keeps my hair smelling good all day.
 
✨ How to use: some people use dry shampoo after their hair is already greasy, but it’s actually best to use it on clean hair to ~prevent~ greasy hair! Do short, quick sprays on the hair at least 6-8 inches away from the head. Let it sit a couple of seconds before blending it in. 

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