Unboxing Beauty

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Along with my recent Memebox haul, I also ordered the Oil Free Box, as there were a couple of products in here that I was really interested in, plus the whole box looks solid!   Thankfully, this isn’t sold out, so I can unbox this for you if you are interested in purchasing it.

Transform your T-zone into an oil-free zone! From drying powders and cooling cream to pore-tightening masks, these sebum-zapping scores will turn your gross grease into a glam glow. Because sometimes, blotting just doesn’t cut it.

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Leaders 2 Step Double Effect Pore Tightening Mask This mask has a V-line shape, which means it will lift up your skin (or as best as a facial sheet mask can do) and also helps control excess oil, reduce the appearance of pores, due to the ingredient keratin.  It has caffeine, which helps reduce puffiness, by stimulating and improving blood circulation.  Panax Ginseng is used in anti-aging skin care products, as it is can stimulate the skin and activate the blood flow, which will increase toning and production of new skin cells. It also has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, due to natural carbohydrate called saponin, and will help reverse damage caused by free radicals, such as hyper-pigmentation and also combat free radicals to prevent new skin damage of fine lines and wrinkles. Ginseng detoxes your skin and leaves it radiant and glowing. Applied topically, it helps stimulate collagen production to promote cellular renewal. Its herbal properties and usage dates back over 5,000 years.   This mask is perfect for those who have oily skin, large pores and/or loss of elasticity.   RV $6.00

Directions: After cleansing and toning, attach the upper mask to face. Align the center part of the lower mask with the center of your chin and pull the ends of the mask up to attach to ears. Relax for 20 minutes, then remove. Gently pat in remaining essence until fully absorbed.

Ingredients:  Active: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water 0.1% Inactive: Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide , Acer saccharum (Sugar Maple) extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Betaine, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acetyl Dipeptide-3 Aminohexanoate , Achillea Millefolium Extract, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Lactobacillus, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Saururus Chinensis Extract, Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Water, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Calendula Officinalis Flower Water, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Triticum Spelta Seed Water, Xanthan Gum, Ledum Palustre Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract,Fragrance, Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract, Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract, Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract  cosDNA analysis

Yadah Anti-T Mask  Yadah makes some great products for oily skin and this mask contains tea tree and lavender extracts, which will help heal, soothe and prevent future blemishes.  It also has other calming medicinal herbal ingredients to act as an astringent and control oil. This sheet mask is made from 100% organic cotton  RV $3.00

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Betaine, Glycereth-26, Polysorbate 80, Carbomer, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Hydroxide, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate cosDNA analysis

A’Pieu Rilakkuma Mud Cleansing Foam  This has such a CUTE design!!  Rilakkuma is a very popular character in Japan and his name literally means relax bear.  I am not sure yet what the pH level of this foam is, but I am interesting in trying a mud-to-foam cleanser ~ I have used GlamGlow’s mud-to-foam cleansers in the past and really liked them.  This limited edition Mud Cleansing Foam has deep sea mud (50,00ppm), lime extracts and chestnut shell powder to help detox, deep clean and act as an astringent to tighten your pores.   Full Size 130 mL RV $9.00

Ingredients: water, glycerin, palmitic acid, lauric acid, stearic acid, sea silt (50,000ppm), potassium hydroxide, myristic acid, PEG-32, glyceryl stearate, cocamidopropyl betaine, PEG-100 stearate, cinnamomum cassia (Chinese cinnamon) bark extract, nelumbium speciosum (lotus) flower extract, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) extract, sanguisorba officinalis(bottlebrush) root extract, uncaria gambir extract, castanea crenata (chestnut) shell extract, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower extract, psidium guajava (guava) fruit extract, cymbopogon citrus (lemongrass) extract, citrus aurantifolia (lime) peel extract,  mentha rotundifolia (applemint) leaf extract, chenopodium quinoa seed extract, decyl glucoside, sodium chloride, arachidic acid,  capric acid, PEG-90M, disodium EDTA, phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, fragrance  cosDNA analysis

Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder  I love Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder, so I am interested in seeing how this product will compare.  This has 80% mineral powder, as well as fermented soy, willow, cinnamon, portulaca oleracea to help keep your facial oil under control and matte.   I do not pick up any scent with this and it has the micro fine powder that I come to expect from a setting powder.  It is white, but once applied, it is translucent on your skin, so this is very friendly for all skin tones. One word of caution:  before removing the plastic sticker that covers the holes, remove the plastic cap that it is attached to out of the container.  It is so loosely fitted, that if you just pull up on the sticker, the cap comes zinging out and powder is everywhere.  Lots of fun for the whole family!!   Full Size 6g  RV $8.50

Description:  Made of mineral powder (80%) to dry oily and waxy sebum breakouts and below the surface efficiently. Sebum control powder contained to remove unnecessary excess sebum efficiently. 80% of Mineral Powder – soft, elastic, and in various shapes, contained to deliver clear and natural luminosity on face. Wide micro superfine fiber puff helps powder applied clearly without smudge. No talc, mineral oil, animal ingredient, artificial pigment, or artificial scent to care skin softly. Sugar polymer from plankton removes excess sebum on skin clearly to keep skin cushiony and soft. Cotton extract protect skin from the impact of stress from excess sebum and sebum breakouts.  Patent sebum control mix contained: fermented soybeans, willow, cinnamon, oregano, pine, portulaca oleracea, and  Chinese skullcap to care sebum troubles.

Ingredients:  Silica, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxyapatite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methicone,  Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil, Citrus Limon (lemon) Peel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil,  Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (lime) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Peel Oil, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Salix Alba (willow) Bark Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis (Chinese skullcap) Root Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum (cotton) Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Isoceteth-10, Glyceryl Caprylate, Water, Butylene Glycol, Plankton Extract, Phenoxyethanol  cosDNA analysis

 

Manyo Factory Galactomyces T-Serum Pore & Sebum Control   This, along with the mineral powder and mud cleanser, were the main reasons why I got this box.  I love Manyo Factory products and am really excited to add this to my routine.  I will be doing a full review on this product.   This serum is a weird beige-y color with a light citrus scent.  It is more of an emulsion to me than a serum ~ it has clay, tannin and peppermint to help absorb excess oil and act as an astringent, while galactomyces, my yeasty friend, will make your skin brighter and clearer.   Made from 99% natural ingredients, I am hoping this will help control my oil and pores!  This is already in my bathroom cabinet to be used in my daily routine.  Full Size 30mL RV $25.00

Description: No need to cover your enlarged pores with heavy concealer! Take your pore-minimizing care into a whole new level with Manyo Factory’s Galactomy T-Serum Pore & Sebum Control. It features an optimized blend of Galactomyces, Bentonite and Peppermint to effectively free the pores from unwanted impurities and tighten them for a smoother appearance. Smaller pores also prevent dirt from getting trapped in therefore minimizing possibilities of acne and blackheads.

Directions: After cleansing and toning, dispense 2 to 3 pumps of the serum and apply evenly onto areas prone to enlarged pores and blackheads. Pat lightly for better absorption.

Ingredients: carbonated water, galactomyces ferment filtrate, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, salix alba (willow) bark extract, camellia sinensis leaf water, silica, zea mays (corn) starch,  bentonite, glycerin, propanediol, isoamyl laurate, centella asiatica extract, vitis vinifera (grape) seed extract, usnea barbata (lichen) extract, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, glycine max (soybean) seed extract, citrus grandis (grapefruit) peel extract, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract,  phaseolous radiaus (mung bean) seed extract, portulaca oleracea extract, nelumbo nucifera (lotus) flower water,  oryza sativa (rice) bran extract, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, potassium olivoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate, zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, pulsatilla koreana extract,  xanthan gum, menthol, mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, citrus nobilis (mandarin orange) oil, tannic acid, sesamum indicum (sesame) seed extract, aureobasidium pullulans (yeast-like fungus) ferment, orya sativa (rice) powder, silk powder, pearl powder  cosDNA analysis

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Botanic Farm Ice Cooling Sherbet  I am still looking for a nice icy cold sleeping pack and I wonder if this is it.  Ever since I discovered that Secret Key discontinued their Ice Sleep Pack, I’ve been hunting for one.  This gel-cream is full of botanticals and humectants to keep your skin hydrated without any greasy feeling.  Full Size 100g RV $9.00

Description: Combat oil with… moisture! Sounds strange, but keeping your skin hydrated actually prevents it from getting oily. This icy sherbet-textured cream cools, hydrates, and soothes skin with its next-level Glacial Water from Iceland and skin-saving natural botanical extracts.

Ingredients: water, ethanol, methylpropanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, glacier water (10,000ppm) , sodium acrylates crosspolymer-2, butylene glycol, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, salvia hispanica (chia) seed extract, centella asiatica extract, houttuynia cordata extract,xanthan gum, cereus grandiflorus (cactus) flower extract(10,000ppm) , ethylhexylglycerin, menthol, propanediol, sodium edta, betula alba juice, hydrolyzed adansonia digitata (baobab) extract, gentiana lutea root extract , achillea millefolium extract, artemisia absinthium (wormwood) extract,arnica montana flower extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, potassium sorbate, hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate, fragrance  cosDNA analysis

 

I am pretty happy with this Oil Free Zone Box ~ lots of good items in here to help keep my oily skin less oilier and some brand new items, like the Botanic Farm and A’Pieu.  I will be  doing my mini mask reviews on Instagram, so if you don’t follow me there, you should!  You don’t need a phone to see my IG feed ~ just click on the Instagram logo in the upper right hand corner of my blog and it will bring you to my feed.  I am really happy about the Manyo Factory product ~ have you purchased this box or own of any of the items?  Are you interested in purchasing this box?  I paid $30.00 for this box and received a value of over $60.00.  Memebox still has this box for sale at their site (click here) and some of the products in this box is not sold separately at their site.

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