I received this product for free from Picky @go.picky @pickyrewards and @mixsoon_official in exchange for my honest review.

This is the first time that I am testing a product from this brand and I am very happy that I have this opportunity.

The Korean manufacturer's essence comes in a quantity of 50 ml in a container with pump. In the packaging the essence doesn't seem viscous but when applied to the skin it is very similar in texture to those containing snail mucin. The manufacturer informs us that there are two ways in which it can be used:

1. Daily moisture care – after using toner, gently tap the essence onto the skin before applying the cream. It was also the way I tested it during the first period of use, a maximum of three pumps is the amount I need to feel my skin extra hydrated. After application I like to leave it for a few minutes so that it is completely absorbed, on my skin it remains just a little sticky, but the feeling disappears immediately after applying the cream and the skin feels super hydrated and comforted. Its super short list of ingredients make it easy to be incorporated into any routine, I like to use it both AM and PM. It can be layered with other serums if you have different skin concerns that you want to target and I personally like to apply it after the toner and a watery serum.

2. Skin texture & dead skin removal care – after cleansing I apply the bean essence to my skin and roll it in circular movements, when I feel the grain-like particles coming out I apply the bean essence again and keep massaging. After that I wash my face with lukewarm water and my skin remains soft, moisturized and the dead skin cells are removed. I find it to be an excellent alternative to chemical exfoliation or to the not so recommended physical exfoliants.

Can be used by all skin types including sensitive, mature and dehydrated, always patch test before first use.

The formula has only seven ingredients: water, propanediol, glycerin, lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, lactobacillus/punica granatum (pomegranate) fruit ferment extract, saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate and lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate. It doesn't have alcohol, essential oils or perfume.

Would I buy myself one? YES, 10/10, I'm glad that I had the chance to discover it, it is an awesome addition into my routine and also an awesome alternative to the serums/essences with snail mucin, I think that I like the bean essence more than the cult favorite power essence.

If you apply too much serum it may remain sticky. 

It is a watery serum enriched with 10% niacinamide and 4% tranexamic acid to target stubborn dark spots and hyperpigmentation by helping to reduce discoloration and it is infused with 2% Arbutin to help correct uneven skin tone by limiting melanin production.

Comes in a 30 ml glass container with pipette, has a watery texture, you only need a few drops maximum half a pipette for the whole face and it is well absorbed by the skin without remaining sticky. I like to use it in my morning routine because niacinamide helps me through the day by keeping under control the sebum production. I like to let it dry completely and to continue my usual routine that ends up always with sunscreen. I see a little brightening effect, keeps my sebum production under control through the day and can’t wait to see where long term usage of this serum will take me.

I find it being suitable for all skin types that struggle with hyperpigmentation.

In the ingredient’s list we find: glycerin, niacinamide, tranexamic acid, arbutin, alpha-arbutin, macadamia integrifolia seed oil, olive fruit oil, jojoba seed oil, grape seed oil, cocoa extract, peach flower extract, camellia sinensis seed oil, yeast ferment extract, centella asiatica extract, artemisia princeps leaf extract, a few types of hyaluronic acid, betaine salicylate, panthenol, polyglutamic acid, 3-0-ethyl ascorbic acid, ceramide np, asiaticoside, madecassic acid, asiatic acid. It doesn’t have alcohol, essential oils or fragrance.

There is nothing bad about this product. 

The soothing sun milk comes in a quantity of 50 ml, it is lightweight and fluid but not runny, has a milky lotion texture that melts when takes contact with the heat of the skin, spreads easy and dries up quick, first layer leaves a natural glowy finish and I noticed that at reapplication the finish is more on the matte side. I don’t feel the need to use a moisturizer underneath it, now in summertime on my combo skin offers me enough hydation and feels a little soothing when my skin is hot and red. Does not leave a white cast and doesn’t sting the eyes, does not leave any kind of residue upon reapplication and doesn’t feel greasy or sticky.

I find it to be suitable for normal, combo and oily skin types and also for acne-prone and sensitive skin like I have.

The protection is ensured by five chemical sunscreen agents (ethylhexyl triazone, mexoryl sx, tinosorb s, uvinul a plus, parsol slx) and also has one inorganic uv filter (zinc oxide). In the sunscreen’s formula we can also find: propanediol, niacinamide, centella asiatica extract, fig fruit extract and many other extracts, tea tree leaf water, adenosine, tocopherol, glycerin, asiaticoside, madecassic acid, asiatic acid and ceramide np. It does not have essential oils, alcohol or perfume.

Its color and pearly/light reflecting finish are not suitable for my skin. 

I received as a gift this korean product in the mini version of 20 ml and upon first application I was surprised by the fact that when it came into contact with the heat of my skin I really had the impression of moisturizing splashes of water, the name of the product it is very revealing compared to the real feel onto the skin.

The spf's formula has three chemical sunscreen agents and one physical sunscreen (titanium dioxide), soothing and moisturizer/humectant ingredients, antioxidant (tocopheryl acetate), chamomile flower, centella asiatica and aloe vera leaf extract, fragrance at the end of the list.

I find it very hydrating and soothing, does not require cream under, I actually can compare it to the texture and real feel of a gel moisturizer, it does not sting the eyes. The smell is kind of powerful for my nose, I can feel it even after more than an hour. Other cons are that it peels down at reapplication and on my face its pearly finish is too shiny, but it's awesome used as a foundation/cushion base or only with translucent powder on top – actually that's how I use it and I will keep this spf to use it in the rarely occasions when I do my makeup. I think it's suitable for all skin types.

Would I buy myself one tube? NO, because its color and pearly/light reflecting finish are not suitable for my skin, 7/10.

Although it is an awesome and effective option for a cleansing oil and makes the double cleansing method so much easier, it is hard for me to get used to its smell.

The heartleaf pore control cleansing oil comes in a 200 ml bottle with pump, I apply it with clean dry hands on dry skin, massage it for at least 30 seconds, I apply after that a few drops of water to my face in order to emulsify the cleansing oil, massage again a little more and in the end I rinse it off with lukewarm water. The oil effectively breaks down make-up like in a matter of seconds, removes sunscreen, impurities and leaves the skin hydrated, it does not leave a greasy film on the face, hands, sink and doesn't blur the vision, it's gentle, very effective, emulsifies good and rinses off easily without leaving any residue on the skin, it didn’t break me out.

I find it to be suitable for all skin types.

Between the component ingredients of the formula we find: sunflower seed oil, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, olive fruit oil, jojoba seed oil, grape seed oil, turmeric root extract, tocopherol, houttuynia cordata extract, moringa oleifera seed oil and ocimum sanctum leaf extract. It doesn't have alcohol or essential oils, but it has fragrance in the first part of the list and the smell is powerful. 

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