Hi! I know that there's always PAO dates on the products but I guess we all have had some makeup products we use longer than recommended. I was wondering how long you usually keep makeup like liquid blushes or eyeshadow palettes or if there are products you toss out pretty quick e.g. mascara

Makeup expiration

Hi! I have been watching this for quite some time but it's getting to be a little too much: please first search for your questions first before asking the same things over and over again.
I see the same ones every few days, sometimes the same question by two different users on the same day.
There are so many questions about retinol and vitamin C recommendations, please use the search tool first because it's also always the same answers

Other users have stated this before, I'm just kindly repeating this as I know I'm not the only one. 
Picky has a great community and for diverse answers, it would be helpful to not always see the same questions

Search for questions first

I just had a random thought about if I hypothetically had the budget and determination to start a cosmetic brand, which product I'd bring out on the market.
As I love sunscreens a lot, I would probably like to develop my own 👀

So I'm wondering what would be the first product you'd start your business with? 💅🏻

What would you start with?

I'm sure quite a few of us have accumulated a big number of Picky Points so far. Personally, I'd love to be able to use them for brand/store deals and turn points into coupon codes/vouchers!
So I'm interested; if you could choose, which retailers/online stores would you want to use your points for? ✨️

Personally I'd be thrilled if it ever happened with Yesstyle or Stylevana, pretty basic but I love their wide range of products 👀

Picky Points - what would you like?

Hi! I was wondering what your favourite programs for creators are as I've been seeing a lot, especially on IG. But there are so many, so I'd like to hear which ones you like best or even which brands you think might not be the best picks 👀
I'm a new Yesstyle Influencer and would like some more ideas for the future if everything's going well ✨️

I'd also be very happy if you used my rewards code SUNSHINE8 for extra % off of your next order to get started on my journey with Yesstyle 🧸🫶🏼

Or you can follow this link:
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It's feels more basic than i thought; I'd pay more for a higher % of ginseng the next time

Ginseng is a vital herbal ingredient that has been used for a long time for body and skin health in Korean history.

The BOJ Ginseng Essence Water contains 80% of ginseng water and focuses on the benefits of ginseng which is said to be rich in antioxidants that combat damage from free radicals that can cause premature aging. It promotes circulation and collagen production to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and brighten skin.

Ginseng is also anti-inflammatory, which provides calming effects. Also contains 2% Niacinamide. 

I was looking forward to trying this product because of many good reviews on the internet. 
It comes in a pretty, frosted 150ml bottle. The product itself and packaging are so pretty ❤️
The texture is very watery (need to be more careful with getting the product out and onto the skin), thus making it easy to layer 2-3 times for me and hydrating my skin.

It smells like ginseng and the scent is not too strong which I like

My sensitive skin hasn't reacted to this so I can recommend trying it; I'd say this is suited for combination to oily skin types more.

Update: I have come to like this better than the initial start and it has become a staple in my routine. It went from a 3 to a 3,5 for me because it's nicer than the first week of trying. Still haven't noticed it having any visible effects and I'm through with the whole bottle now, so it wasn't as promising as i had hoped when I bought it after seeing so many positive reviews 

It is a good product but I am not the biggest fan of the powdery feeling after application.
Update: It doesn't work that well over concealer combined with wearing masks over hours but I'd fault the mask-wearing more and not the product 

I received this product for free from Picky and Thank You Farmer in exchange for my honest review. 

This is a non-greasy sun stick formulated with Centella Asiatica and Madecassoside which help soothe and protect irritated skin.

I found this stick to be a good fit for my sensitive skin and thankfully didn't react to it.
It glides onto my skin smoothly and has only got a subtle scent to it which I found almost non-existent.

The texture might need a little getting used to because after application is feels kinda powdery and thus doesn't leave a greasy or dewy finish. What I liked best is that it doesn't smudge my blush and highlighter so far! They transfer to the stick a little but that was expected; the Benton Mineral Sun Stick is like that too so I wasn't surprised about that. (I like this one a little more than the Benton stick)

All in all a decent product I can recommend to try, although I am not sure if all skin types might like this one because of the powdery feel and finish. I have no problems so far and will update again after using it some more 

It burns on a compromised skin barrier so if you've damaged your skin in any way, this might not be the best pick on those days. Other than those times, this is a great product

I received this product for free from Picky and Benton in exchange for my honest review.

The sunscreen comes in a pretty mint-green 50ml tube. The box is made from 100% sugar cane paper and printed with soy ink ♡

The product itself is also mint-colored and has got a strong rosemary scent to it; it needs some getting used to but it was okay for me personally. 

It has a lightweight texture and goes on very smoothly. I didn't need to rub it in as hard as others I had used so far and reapplication is easy too!
Didn't leave a whitecast and also wasn't sticky on my skin ✨️

Leaves a very glowy finish that I love on my dry skin! Might be too much for oily skin types 

Check out my reel I made for this sunscreen on IG if you want 🤭

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cdake17onuA/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Update: I am on my third tube <3

I have the general problem of sheet masks being too sticky for me and this was the case with the Rovectin mask too.

Infused with 52% Jeju-sourced lotus flower extract, heartleaf extract and Aquaxyl, this sheet mask is formulated to calm irritations while restoring moisture and glow to dehydrated skin.

I found this sheet mask to be hydrating and soothing for my dry and sensitive skin. 
It adheres well to the skin and after 10-20 minutes I could see a nice glow ✨️

The mask sheet is formed like most others and I liked the fresh scent. I can also see why many people like this one as it doesn't contain too many ingredients, thus lessening the chances of irritation. 

All in all a good product to try

It's actually not that noticeable on me bc of my natural lip color which makes it a good mlbb shade. It doesn't last long (even though the brand explicitly states this) and is gone fast which is a little disappointing..

Update: started to reach out for this less and less bc I don't see much of a point unfortunately :( doesn't last at all and only looks good after application. It starts crumbling off after a few minutes which it has done since day 1 

Had to finally give this lip tint a try! The shade #25 Bare Grape works well for cool undertones and compliments my fair complexion. 
The color is so pretty and I wasn't expecting it to smell so nice! Has a scent of grape candy or sth but not at all overpowering and it goes away after application. 

It applies as glossy and leaves a natural tint on my lips. I have a fair skin tone with cool undertone and naturally darker pinkish lips and Bare Grape looks similar I'd say.

Let's not forget the pretty packaging of the product and brand in general! I am in love; it's handy and fits in my pockets and handbags to carry around and re-apply. 

glowandsunshine