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Category: Lost in Translation

Sometimes English packaging copy written by non-native English speakers is just funny.

Beans vs Blossoms: The Botanical Anti-Aging Serum Showdown

In my last post, I talked about how serums are among the few skincare product types that can be expected to deliver real skin improvements, since serums…… Read more “Beans vs Blossoms: The Botanical Anti-Aging Serum Showdown”

April 28, 2016July 2, 2017 by Jude Chao

Review: COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion

Out here in Fiddyland, the long, hard winter (it got down to 41°F one night!) is finally giving way to spring. There’s a little more moisture in…… Read more “Review: COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion”

March 21, 2016 by Jude Chao

Papa Recipe 2 Step Skin Cleaning Solution Review, Volume 1: Surprise Obsession

I wasn’t planning to write this review today (or anytime soon, really). For the last five nights, I’ve been sweatily grunting and straining to push out a big, difficult…… Read more “Papa Recipe 2 Step Skin Cleaning Solution Review, Volume 1: Surprise Obsession”

February 17, 2016February 17, 2016 by Jude Chao

Review: COSRX Galactomyces 95 Whitening Power Essence

Yeah, so, obviously the thing to do with this product would be to open with a witty comment about its original name, but I got nothin’. I’m…… Read more “Review: COSRX Galactomyces 95 Whitening Power Essence”

July 1, 2015October 22, 2018 by Jude Chao

Review: Annie’s Way Honey Deep Moisturizing Mask

The product reviewed here was provided by Beauteque. To learn more about my rules for accepting sponsored products, please read my sponsorship policy. I think it’s probably…… Read more “Review: Annie’s Way Honey Deep Moisturizing Mask”

June 5, 2015June 18, 2015 by Jude Chao

Guest Review: My Beauty Diary Black Pearl Mask, 2015 Edition!

Crazy Snail Lady editorial note: Redditor /u/GiveMeABreak25 is back with an unboxing and review of the 2015 My Beauty Diary Black Pearl masks! I have struggled with…… Read more “Guest Review: My Beauty Diary Black Pearl Mask, 2015 Edition!”

May 27, 2015March 14, 2017 by Jude Chao

Guest Post: New My Beauty Diary Masks for 2015!

Note from Auntie Snail: I wouldn’t know anywhere near as much as I do about Asian skincare if not for the amazing community over at Reddit’s /r/AsianBeauty.…… Read more “Guest Post: New My Beauty Diary Masks for 2015!”

May 14, 2015March 14, 2017 by Jude Chao

Bees Are My New Snails, + I’m From Honey Mask Review (UPDATED!)

Note from Fiddy: Originally published on May 7, 2015, this review was updated with a revised rating and some new observations on 2/23/16. New content is in purple.…… Read more “Bees Are My New Snails, + I’m From Honey Mask Review (UPDATED!)”

May 7, 2015November 26, 2018 by Jude Chao

Why You Shouldn’t Rely on Google Translate to Write Package Copy

I was looking through my bins o’ sheet masks earlier and found myself drawn to the ElishaCoy Honey & Royal Jelly. As my eyes scanned down the…… Read more “Why You Shouldn’t Rely on Google Translate to Write Package Copy”

April 25, 2015April 25, 2015 by Jude Chao

Preview: Missha Longer Name Ampoule and CosRX Returning A-Sol Have Arrived!

Aww yiss. After weeks in transit and customs limbo, my little RoseRoseShop parcel has arrived, containing two of the most exciting Korean skin care products I’ve ever gotten…… Read more “Preview: Missha Longer Name Ampoule and CosRX Returning A-Sol Have Arrived!”

April 10, 2015April 11, 2015 by Jude Chao

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