[Review] TONYMOLY - Propolis Tower Barrier Enriched Cleansing Balm

I like cleansing balms from tony moly. They are cost effective.  Come in cute packaging and work so well at a fraction of price. I reviewed Tony Moly Green Tea Cleansing balm on my blog last year and that post was quite well received so here I am , reviewing another cleansing balm from Tony Moly

The price fo this balm varies store to store . You can get it at 10-15$  ( on sale) . Packaging is pretty simple and fuss free. A small plastic jar and a decent size spatula to scoop out the product. What else can you ask for ? 

Removes makeup residues and skin impurities without the need to use other removers or cleansing oils.Formulated with Tower Barrier™ to soothe, nourish and strengthen the barrier of weakened skin.Melts into oil to offer gentle cleansing while giving a relaxing honey fruity scent.

How to use:

1. Scoop a small amount onto clean, dry hands and warm between your fingers.

2. Apply to your face and massage gently until makeup residues start to melt.

3. Add water to emulsify the balm and rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Product has a slight honey yellow tinge. It becomes unnoticeable once you rub it on the palms of my hand . I usually scoop quarter size amount for my face and it is enough to remove all the sunscreen, waterproof lipstick and mascara. I have noticed a faint sweet scent of this balm . I checked the ingredients list and I believe shea butter and vanilla extracts are the factors contributing to this. You don't need much to remove makeup. A little goes a long way. I am not sure how this holds up in summer but in winters it is solid and easy to scoop. Some balms tend to leave an oily residue on the face. This however washes clean and leaves no oily residue behind. Overall I am pretty happy with this cleansing balm. I would recommend you to try this. It is very affordable and friendly for long trips. You can purchase TONYMOLY Propolis Tower Barrier Cleansing Balm 100g

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[Review] TONYMOLY From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia First Essence

Mugwort which also goes with the name of Artemisis is an annual fragrant herb commonly used to treat insomnia, it also relieves stress. For the last few months Mugwort has become very popular in Korea as a skincare ingredient as it know to reduce inflammation, soothe irritated skin

There are tons of Artemisia essence in the market. I picked this one in particular because it comes in a plastic bottle ( I don't want to end up with a shattered glass bottle in my mail) also because this has a really watery texture which works well for my oily skin and humid weather

Features
Artemisia from Ganghwa fermented naturally for 3 years care the skin with clear moisture.
The artemisia first essence awakens the skin balance and tends the skin brightly with clear vitality.  The light and moist water essence conveys the pure, skin-smoothing artemisia

The bottle is stunning. I am totally mesmerized by the gradient effect it looks so aesthetic. This holds 150 ml of product.

The essence is made of 100% atremisia. So one must use this up as quick as possible after opening the seal. The essence has light brown tea like color and feel very watery. You also smell a bit of mugwort ( the scent is really mild). This essence layers really well you can easily apply multiple layers of this essence without the greasy/tacky feel

This can also be used as a hydrating face pack. Just soak the cotton squares with TONYMOLY From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia First Essence and apply it to the face for 20  minutes

I have noticed that this works really well in hot + humid weather as its very light weight. With continuous use you can see bouncy hydrated skin. Its not like an overnight miracle worker but you can see improved skin texture with continuous use

TONYMOLY From Ganghwa Pure Artemisia First Essence 150ml

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[Review] TONYMOLY Double Cover Cushion SPF37 PA+++ 13g

In my mind I always thought of Tony Moly as a brand which created cute makeup and skincare items but I was taken by surprise when I saw the newly launched Double Cover cushion.

This not only looks good in pictures but feels luxe in flesh as well. The packaging is really good quality and the contrast of deep blue with gold details feels regal. The compact is not bulky or heavy . To me it looks and weights just like a standard cushion.

Features
Moisture-based formulations lightly adhere to the skin for the desired make-up.Make-up lasts 24 hours and it has a triple function (whitening, wrinkle improvement, UV protection).Contains ultra-lightweight powder to provide a uniform and overwhelming covering everything from dull skin to pores.

The cushion puff feels so soft and squishy, the space is aqeduate to place fingers and the strap feels sturdy. This is my first time trying out a base product by Tony Moly so I was a bit skeptic if the shade would look gray or too pale on me

Upon removing the seal I was so relieved to see that the cushion looked more warm toned. One thing worth noting is that this particular cushion was more porous than regular cushions. I don't know if this add any benefit to the product but this feature did stood out to me so I thought I should mention

This contains 13g of product which is less than standard cushion

The foundation feels very watery yet intensely pigmented. When I dipped the cushion puff . The foundation came out in the forms of bubbles ( maybe because the porous structure).

It spread evenly on the face and felt moisturizing. This cushion definitely lives up to its name. It provides twice the coverage of a regular cushion. Most of blemishes and spots on my face were covered and I didnt had to use an under eye concealer for my dark circles.

The finish this gives is semi matte, medium to full coverage. I wouldn't recommend layering this cushion because it becomes cakey and looks very un natural with two layers. Just one layer is adequate to cover the skin.

The cushion has surprised me immensely with its great coverage and semi matte finish.  I think this will work great for any one who has blemishes or some imperfections to cover. The shade 21 worked as a really great match for my fair skin . It wasn't too light or too dark for my skin color.

TONYMOLY Double Cover Cushion SPF37 PA+++ 13g is available for purchase at Jolse. You can always grab this at a great discounted price on Jolse

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[Review] TonyMoly Fabric Collection Crystal Lace Blusher : Camelia Red

Due to a sudden shift in temperature and climate I have regained my energy to write reviews so here is its another cute korean makeup product , this time from Tony Moly
Tonymoly Fabric Collection is a limited edition collaboration with Kelly Park Studio so the products are available in limited quantities.

To be honest the cute floral design is what that actually drew me in and I am glad that I got this blush because not only is this particular shade pretty to look at but its pigmented as well.

Admittedly these are not one of a kind. Japanese makeup brand Canmake and Milani has something similar to it.

The packaging is transparent, small and conpact there is no mirror or brush. Over all the design is classy and feminine

There are total of 6 shades in the collection   3 of them are blushes, 2 shades for contouring and 1 for highlighting

I picked out shade 03 Camelia red

Red blushes have been trending recently  ( Beauty Guru Pony Makeup has been using Red blush in her tutorials and that tinge of red across her cheeks looks so flattering)

As you can see there is a variation of colors in a single pan. You can either use an individual color on your cheeks / eye lid or swirl the brush in the pan for a soft pastel look.

The rose part is red in color. It as a soft velvety texture and is the most pigmented shade in the bunch. The color leans toward warm side and shows up easily on the skin. ( my friend has slightly tan skin than me and this was visible on her skin as well).

Next is the orange flower its not as pigmented as red but more pigmented than yellow shade. There is golden shimmer running through it. This shade is soft but a little powdery. This shows up on the skin as well not too bright but gives a natural flush to the cheeks.

The yellow flower is to brighten up complexion. Its not much pigmented and it took me multiple swipes to make this show up on camera. I like to use this as a matte powder highlight.

Lastly the lace part is white and in my eyes serves the purpose of pressed powder as I cant spot any shimmer in it. This shade blends into the skin due to its translucent nature

Swirled together these give a reddish coral flush to the cheeks. I personally like to load my brush with the red shade as it gives me that snow white effect and really enhances my complexion.

After using the blush from Heimish blush palette I wasn't surprised by the pigmentation level of this product. Unlike western makeup brands Korean makeup promotes natural makeup so the products are not heavily pigmented. I find this blush very suitable for poeple who have fair to light skin, love collecting cute makeup products, or those who are starting out with makeup as this gives room to mistakes and error.

Though this might be a disappointment for darker skin tones I personally like the sheer water color like effect this imparts on the cheeks. For a more intesnse look you can build it up by layering the product several time over your cheek.
On sad thing about this blush is that embossed floral pattern wears off with use so after multiple uses it going to look plain and ordunary like other blushes in my collection

If this blush has sparked you interest you can purchase this at jolse for 8.48$ 

Product sent for review thoughts expressed are honest and my own.

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