Today I unboxed and arm swatched eleven different sunscreens. Summer is coming to my part of the world, and my part of the world gets serious sun. That means…… Read more “Reviews: Sulwhasoo Age-Veil UV Protection Cream and Perfecting Cushion Intense”
Category: BB Creams
BB creams moisturize and protect skin while evening skin tone and helping to conceal minor blemishes.
Review: Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil
When you’ve lived as long as I have, you realize that anything can change in a flash. Nothing is permanent. Not even cleansing oil dry spells. After my…… Read more “Review: Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil”
Review: HERA UV Mist Cushion, My Favorite Base Makeup Ever
Quickie Snail Disclosure: This product was originally given to me by Peach and Lily for unbiased review. You know how sometimes you put something off for no…… Read more “Review: HERA UV Mist Cushion, My Favorite Base Makeup Ever”
June Korean Makeup Faves
Among the AB community, there’s a pretty commonly held belief that Western makeup is better than Asian. Asian skincare offers far more variety and customization than Western,…… Read more “June Korean Makeup Faves”
Baby’s First Innisfree Haul, Plus Goodies for Me
At long last, the day has come: Mr. Crazy Snail Lady has joined the Dark Side. I mean the Hydrated Side. The Balanced Side. The…the Bright Side?…… Read more “Baby’s First Innisfree Haul, Plus Goodies for Me”
Lavender FOTD Take Two; Makeup (and Skincare) as Hobby and Art
For those who don’t share my passion, it must sound really weird to hear makeup called a hobby or an art. Over the last six months or so,…… Read more “Lavender FOTD Take Two; Makeup (and Skincare) as Hobby and Art”
Wearable Lavender FOTD and Lioele, Peripera, and Too Cool for School Swatches and Mini-Reviews
Lavender is one of my favorite colors (and fragrances), but I had a hard time finding wearable lavender makeup until I started checking out Asian products. Today…… Read more “Wearable Lavender FOTD and Lioele, Peripera, and Too Cool for School Swatches and Mini-Reviews”
5 Ways Your Makeup Could Be Aging You (And How to Fix It)
I talk a lot on this blog about anti-aging skin care ingredients, products, and routines, and I’ve even covered some good habits for healthy skin. There’s no…… Read more “5 Ways Your Makeup Could Be Aging You (And How to Fix It)”
Feels Like Summer FOTD feat. Japanese Blush Fail
The other day, I read an article on Refinery29 about a Japanese blush style that sounded like it might work for me. The method involves placing the blush…… Read more “Feels Like Summer FOTD feat. Japanese Blush Fail”
Review: Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream
Note: This post was updated on March 9, 2015 with some additional notes on product fragrance. It took me a long time to get over my resistance…… Read more “Review: Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream”
Fifty Shades of Snail 