Hi, I use kojic acid bar soap on my body to even out the skin tone, and I know how drying it can be. But, I’ve never tried it on my face. So, I have some questions before trying it out:

1) How long should I leave it on my face? Is 30 seconds a good time limit?
2) Do I use the soap before or after my gentle cleanser?
3) Should I use it in the AM or PM?

Any tips or suggestions is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

kojic acid soap help!

Hey, has anybody tried the JMsolution Marine Luminous Pearl Sun Stick? I’ve seen that the brand is well-known for their masks and sun sprays, but I don’t see much for their sun sticks. I’m hoping this one is good bc it’s affordable and in stock in the PH.

Also, do you guys have any recommendations for other sun sticks? Looking for ones that are affordable, fit my skin type, no (or minimal) white cast, and work well in a tropical climate.

Thank youuu

sun stick help

Should I wait 15 minutes or 30 minutes after putting sunscreen before going outside? Whenever I look on the internet or sunscreen products, the answer varies. Thanks!

sunscreen step

Nothing bad to say so far since I’ve only used it twice. Not sure of its effectiveness in sun protection yet.

My one concern is that the product is SO lightweight that I can’t tell if I’m putting enough or if I’ve covered everything. I read online that 4 swipes back and forth on one area is enough.

No whitecast; matte; lightweight; easy to use; doesn’t tug on your skin; and there is a smell, but it is not strong and smells pleasant and natural.

Btw, I’ve only used this twice. I love the fact that it’s matte, since I live in a tropical climate and I sweat very easily, so my face becomes extemely oily and shiny. The sunscreen stick is also not heavy at all—doesn’t feel like I’m wearing it. I get excited when using this because the application is smooth and not chalky—almost feels like a face massage lol.

Not locally acailable to many people unless you live in Japan. I have to buy from online sellers.

I like that this product is non-stripping but still being able to feel clean and feel the difference when you touch your skin. My skin feels a bit drier after washing but not tight. I love the pump—I found bottles that you squeeze the cleanser out to be messy—and the environment-friendliness of keeping the bottle and buying the refills. I don’t see that kind of thing in the U.S. It’ll also last for a long time (2-3 months according to other ppl); one pump of foam is enough.

Recently, there’s been a huge issue with their spf—they claim spf 50+, a european lab tested spf 19. So, I’m pretty disappointed by that.

Before the issue started, this was a cult-fave and kept seeing SOO many good reviews. I have to admit I was kind of disappointed with my first experience, even though I wanted to join the bandwagon. By the end of the day, my face was extremely oily, and it can feel heavy if you live in a tropical climate—I use a vitamin C serum to help with this issue.

No whitecast or piling. Absorbs pretty quickly. Cheap.

My only issue is that I have to use a lot to ensure my face doesn’t feel dry. At first, with one handful of the toner feels enough, but within a minute, my face ends up still feeling dry. So, i usually use 2-3 handfuls of the toner. Good thing is, the toner does come in a big bottle and is affordable, so the cons balance out with the pros.

Overall, great starters or basic toner! This was the first toner I began with after I learned how necessary toners are. Its been about three years and I still use it and why I do:
—Hydrating
—Widely available in the PH (supermarkets, Watsons, etc.)
—Affordable price

This toner has never given me any problems, so I never found a reason why to switch to another.

sbalbs