Mamonde Moisture Ceramide Light Cream

How was your weekend? I spent mine sorting out my chest of drawers, and realised I had yet to review the Moisture Ceramide Light Cream, which was sitting at the very top. Well, no time like now to share the love.

Name: Mamonde 마몽드 Moisture Ceramide Light Cream 모이스처 세라마이드 라이트 크림
Price: ₩ 29,000 for 50 ml
Made in: Korea

This little pot contains hibiscus and ceramide to fortify the skin's moisture barrier to help hydrate, strengthen and soothe. The light variant is ideal for the warmer months as well as those suffering from a case of the oilies.

While it may not fend off dry patches (that is what the Intense version is for!), it holds up well throughout the day. It is creamy and luxurious and my skin just drinks in the entirety of the blob given to it.

It has silicones, so if that's something you like in a primer, you can skip a step and get away without a primer. Although it does leave my skin feeling the slightest bit tacky, it doesn't cause foundation to slide around.

There is a very pleasant scent to it – mostly floral (with a hint of clean freshness) - which helps to lull my senses. And put me back to bed. Anyway, I digress. Find the Moisture Ceramide range at all Mamonde beauty counters and lazada.com.my for RM 131.

The full ingredient list for Moisture Ceramide Light Cream:
Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Sucrose Polystearate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Myristyl Myristate, PEG-100 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Fragrance/Parfum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xylitylglucoside, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Anhydroxylitol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Xylitol, Glucose, Hibiscus Syriacus Bark Extract, Tocopherol, BHT, Stearyl Behenate, Sucrose, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Indoleacetic Acid.

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Mentholatum Lip Pure Lip Balm

Lip Pure seals in moisture to solve the problem of chapped lips thanks to an impressive blend of naturally-derived botanical oils and American shea butter. What's more, the experts at Mentholatum made this lip balm so gentle that it even suits those with sensitive skin.

From left: Lip Pure Botanical Oils, Lip Pure Fragrance Free

Name: Mentholatum Lip Pure Lip Balm
Price: RM 18.50 for 4 g
Made in: China

Keep it in your car, house, office or throw it in your bag – it sits brilliantly under lipstick and prevents the colour from feathering. There are two variations: Lip Pure Botanical Oils and Lip Pure Fragrance Free.

They possess the same fatty acids to restore the lips' moisture barrier, namely olive oil, macadamia oil, meadowfoam oil, jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, oat oil and sunflower oil. The minute difference lie in a couple of ingredients: Lip Pure Botanical Oils has antioxidants avocado oil and argan oil as well as soothing canola oil, whereas Lip Pure Fragrance Free combines antibacterial coconut oil, polyphenol-rich grapeseed oil and emollient squalane to give parched pouts instant relief.

From left: Lip Pure Botanical Oils, Lip Pure Fragrance Free

Impossible to pick one right? I say go for both! They each only retail for RM 18.50, sometimes even lower when they go on sale at your local pharmacies. Look no further if you are in need of a hardworking daily lip balm with impeccable credentials.

The full ingredient list for Lip Pure Botanical Oils:
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Avocado Oil, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Beeswax, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Microcrystalline Wax, Canola Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Phytosteryl Oleate, Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Tocopherol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Royal Jelly, Honey.

The full ingredient list for Lip Pure Fragrance Free:
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Beeswax, Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Microcrystalline Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Phytosteryl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Honey, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Royal Jelly.

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Mentholatum Tsum Tsum Face Masks

Fans (or even non-fans) will go gaga over the Tsum Tsum collection by Mentholatum. I am a HUGE fan, so I died a little inside when these masks showed up. They are nice to look at and they also improve various skin ailments; nothing not to like about them!

Dull and fatigued condition... I use the Honey Revitalizing Face Mask (RM 7.90 for 22 ml). It harnesses the power of honey to soothe while tranexamic acid and vitamin C brighten, leaving my skin refreshed and energised.

Dry and sensitive condition... I use the Lavender Soothing & Hydrating Face Mask (RM 7.90 for 22 ml). Drenched in hydrating superstar hyaluronic acid and enriched with calming lavender oil, this sheet mask gives my face a boost of dew-like moisture within minutes.

Flaky and dehydrated condition... I use the Rose Deep Hydrating Face Mask (RM 7.90 for 22 ml). It is missing standout ingredients the others have; but even unadorned, it has a hydrating dream team of four sizes of hyaluronic acid molecules to boost moisture levels in one application. My skin laps it up, taking on a plump and pillowy appearance.

Oily and clogged condition... I use the Tea Tree Oil Controlling Face Mask (RM 7.90 for 22 ml). Stuffed with a suite of potent actives the likes of witch hazel, tea tree, heartleaf houttuynia and coix seed to effectively cut down excess oil and unclog pores, thereby keeping my skin smooth and clear.

Available at Watsons, Aeon Wellness, Caring and SaSa, the Mentholatum Tsum Tsum collection includes fruity lip balms, hand creams, as well as face washes.

The full ingredient list for Honey Revitalizing Face Mask:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglycerin-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (small-size HA), Sodium Hyaluronate (medium-size HA), Tranexamic Acid, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Fragrance, Flavor, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (large-size HA), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Saccharomyces Lysate, Honey Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Succinate, Phenoxyethanol, Valine, Threonine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid.

The full ingredient list for Lavender Soothing & Hydrating Face Mask:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglycerin-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (small-size HA), Sodium Hyaluronate (medium-size HA), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate (large-size HA), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sorbitol, Saccharomyces Lysate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Succinate, Valine, Threonine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid.

The full ingredient list for Rose Deep Hydrating Face Mask:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglycerin-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (small-size HA), Sodium Hyaluronate (medium-size HA), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Fragrance, Sodium Hyaluronate (large-size HA), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, PEG-8, Saccharomyces Lysate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Succinate, Phenoxyethanol, Valine, Threonine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid.

The full ingredient list for Tea Tree Oil Controlling Face Mask:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglycerin-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (small-size HA), Sodium Hyaluronate (medium-size HA), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Flavor, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (large-size HA), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Alcohol, Methylparaben, Saccharomyces Lysate, Disodium Succinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Valine, Threonine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid.

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