The Foaming Net: Cleansing Your Face with Rich Marshmallow Lather

First step in skin care is cleansing the face properly. We all know how to wash our face and it doesn't take a minute or two to get it done. But if you are talking about real serious skin care routine, you should know that that is not enough. Consider cleansing the face is a form of art, and you don't want to just scrub away like your skin is about to peel off! OMG NO! A lot of people admire Japanese and Korean women because of their supple and porcelain skin and we want that! One of those secrets is by treating your skin as gently as possible... and one of the gentlest ways to clean the skin is by using a foaming net. (And I do not mean rubbing the net in your skin! Read on.)

I've heard about this foaming net a year ago or so but never have given it a thought. Probably because it is an extra step that I dread just for washing the face? I never cared since then... until, I came across some Asian youtubers who uses a foaming net and rave how wonderful this product was. I thought to get my own foaming net and see what the fuss was about.

This is a foaming net. Whoever have thought about this is a sheer genius! I love my foaming net the day I first used it. It's been part of my skin care regimen ever since, and my skin looked better than before. Cleansing my face has never been this fun!

 I bought this at Daiso for $1.50 which is very affordable. This pack here has two foaming nets: a small pink one (130mm) and a big white one (170mm).

This foaming net helps is creating a thick and rich foam from your foaming cleanser and use that lather to gently wash your face with. Its fine bubbles cleanses deep down in your pores for thorough clean without stripping the natural oils. And also, with its marshmallow texture, it minimizes discomfort on your skin while cleansing; thus, less skin-to-skin contact. This foaming net will also double up the cleanser itself with just one (or half) pump of your cleanser which saves you money. Once this foam touches your face, I am telling you, you will be looking forward to cleanse your face because of its soft foam. You will definitely feel like you need to have this around wherever you go. Just be sure you be gentle while washing your face. Don't scrub too hard. Let the marshmallow power do its work for you. It is just relaxing!

To use this foaming net, you: (1) Wet the net and hold it between your fingers. (2) Put the facial cleanser on it and foam well by rubbing it with your hands. (3) Hold it with your fingers and remove the lather by smoothing it. (4) Wash your face gently with the lather. (5) Let the foaming net hang dry.

How amazing is this! It all look simple, but the science behind it just blows my mind every time I wash my face with it.

Not only you can buy this in Asian stores, but you can also create your very own foaming net too! This is an awesome tip which even saves you more money and it is so easy to make. I found one DIY website here! You are welcome. :)

This product right here is highly recommended. Give your skin an extra dose love!

 

Korean and Japanese Skin Care Haul

I've been saving my money for my must purchase: Korean and Japanese skin care. I was in Japantown yesterday, and luckily besides Daiso, there's also The Face Shop (Korean Skin Care and Cosmetics) just a few walks away! This is an awesome time saver without traveling from Point A to Point B!

I first visited The Face Shop. It was an overwhelming experience because I do want to try every product while I was inside the store. I was screaming with joy! Do keep in mind that I had a difficult time which products I want to purchase.


THE FACE SHOP

Raspberry Roots Sleeping Mask ($20)

Overnight treatment mask is formulated with plant extracts of Himalayan raspberry roots and grain extracts for continuous hydration and pore-tightening effect while you sleep. Plant extracts also boost skin's ability to produce collagen, leading to a dramatic improvement in skin tone and texture upon waking up, making the most of your beauty sleep.

Mango Seed Silk Moisturizing Oil to Foam ($22)

Cleansing oil + cleansing foam type

Melts make-up and impurities gently like cleansing oil

Enables clean and refreshing feeling without double cleansing

Enriched moisturizing ingredient of mango seed protects skin to be moisturized after cleansing

Konjac Sponge ($7)

This cleansing puff made with 100% all natural vegetable fiber konjac contains 10% natural bamboo charcoal removes skin impurities.

Volcanic Clay Nose Strips ($6)

The Face Shop Volcanic Clay Blackhead Aloe Nose Strip, formally known as the Blackhead EX Pore Strip, is your go-to product for removing close to 100% of the white and blackheads. The product contains New Zealand Volcanic Clay and has strong blackhead and oily secretion absorption properties.

Volcanic Clay Black Head Gel Oil ($15)

The Face Shop New Zealand Volcanic Clay Black Head Gel Oil is a pore scrub gel oil specifically used to remove blackheads. It is an effective cleansing product that draws out black heads and removes dead skin cells with the use of micro scrub technology.

Modeling Gel Patch Goodbye Smile Fold ($6)

Boost up your skin strength with face yoga and this amazing patch! A patch that will create a lively lock around the mouth area by making the skin smooth and resilient.

Face Masks (Chia Seed Mask $4)

(Real Nature Face Mask: Rice, Acai Berry, Green Tea, Red Ginseng, Mung Bean - $2 each)

Chia Seed Mask: The moisture mask sheet consists of gel-type essence containing chia seed extract, which has 10 times more moisture than any other element, filling up your skin with water from the inside and transforming it into moisturized skin; Mung Bean - a cleansing/skin tone purifying mask sheet with mung bean extract, effective in purifying pores for a clean and smooth skin texture; Rice - an exfoliating/complexion improvement mask sheet to smoothen and brighten dull and rough skin; Green Tea - a hydrating & energizing mask sheet containing green tea extract to fill dry skin with refreshing and hydrating moisture; Red Ginseng has 6-year-old red ginseng gives rich nutrition to the face. The Red Ginseng with rich in Saponin helps the facial skin soothe and healthy; Acai Berry - A firming mask sheet containing Acai Berry extract to improve resilience and provide moisture to the skin.

After I paid, the lady told me to get $27 worth of FREE items. If you spent over a certain amount (I forgot how much), you are eligible to get free gifts, 30% of the total items bought. Here's what I got:

Milk Plus Creamy Body Lotion ($15; I got it for FREE)

Like a refreshing drink of nutritious milk, this body line with more than 11% of Milk plus complex and a blend of chamomile and petal extracts hydrates and soothes sensitive or parched skin.

Nature Garden Cleansing Bar: Aloe and Seaweed ($6 each; I got it for FREE)

A handmade vegetable-based soap for your face and body. It is so gentle and can be used by absolutely anyone. Low pH level makes it even better for a sensitive skin. 

ALOE: It relieves thermal burn and sunburn and promotes wound healing and prevents progressive skin damage. It also moisturizes while calming.

SEAWEED: It removes excess sebum while detoxifying so that it is recommended to oily skin. It has strong anti-inflammatory property so that it helps to heal wound.

And of course, how could we forget samples!

DAISO

There are definitely a lot of cute stuff costing a dollar and fifty which is very affordable! I even visited a small novelty store, and I was in tears how cute the erasers, notebooks, pens, plush toys, and etc were! *sigh* I already have some particular items in mind so it wasn't difficult which aisle in Daiso I need to go to.

Small Half-Moon Pouch ($1.50)

I love its cute polka dot design! It is small and handy for my epilator.

Foaming Net ($1.50)

I saw one of these on Youtube, and I find it a terrific idea. Been wanting to get these for months now! You only need a little amount of your favorite cleanser, add water, and you will get amazing fine lather for your delicate skin. Massage it on to the face gently. The foam acts as a cushion between hands and face preventing harsh habit of rubbing and damaging skin.

Pore Care Pack ($1.50)

It gets rid of blackheads and whiteheads.Though I am kind of grossed out with a photo of a nose

with blackheads. I get it, however, they could have made it like an illustration.

Pumice Stone ($1.50)

Gets rid of dead skin.

Natural Plant Sponge ($1.50)

This feels rock-solid when you touch it. This will be interesting the minute I try it and see how well it will exfoliate. Hydrate it with water. It will double its size and will become squishy to be used for the skin.

I am so happy! I cannot wait to use it and tell you guys about it!

DAISO Smooth Skin Hair Removal Pad

I. LOVE. JAPAN. Who doesn't love Japan? One of my dream is to visit Japan... and stay forever? LOL!

Anyways, so I was in Daiso months ago, and one of the things I found was this Smooth Skin Pad... in a circular-elevated thing around it. Yes, it took me a long time before I start using it... and now I have! If only I can read Japanese characters because I really have no idea what this is supposed for. But I grabbed it anyway because it says on the packaging: Smooth Skin. Immediately I thought it's got to be an exfoliator to be used in the shower, right?

I was almost right; it is a good exfoliator, but it actually is a HAIR REMOVAL. *dun dun dun* Who would have thought this cute thing is a hair remover? You've read that right! I just found out about this product just hours ago, and just had to tell you how mindblowing it was for me! I read online and I still could not believe my eyes. I had to double check what I just read -- HAIR REMOVAL!

Here's what happened: Just 2-3 days ago, I used this as I took the shower to exfoliate my elbows, feet, etc. I had no idea how can this little thing hurt me. I was also frustrated on this product because it always slipped right off my hand. I was like, "How can this help me exfoliate if it slips off my hands?" LOL! I soon washed the soap suds off and let it dry. However, after I got out of the shower, I noticed that my skin is red and irritated. (If anyone else is worried, I am okay and waiting for it to heal. Thank you. ^^) I must have overdone the rubbing. I looked over at the product again, and the purple pad itself is actually a little rough. It may look smooth in the photos, but it is rough like sandpaper.

Now that I knew it is actually a HAIR REMOVAL PAD, I took it out and immediately used it on my arms. The last time I epilated was 2 months ago (yikes!), but really, I can barely see the hair so I guess there is no need to panic. I reached out toward the sun and saw the tiny hairs on my arms. In a gentle circular motion, clockwise and counterclockwise, I had to see if it works. It says to use this product on a dry and clean skin, and use a lotion afterwards. I did it twice just in case, but it did not remove hair... although, I could see tiny flakes of dead skin cells which is a good exfoliator.

At least that's what I first thought about the product: an exfoliator. I guess it can be a good product as an exfoliator leaving skin soft, but as a hair removal pad? I don't think so. The product is cute and a very unexpected find. Daiso always surprises me with stuff I would never have thought of! I want to research stuff online, but the question is, I have no idea what particular product I should look up online because Daiso products are very random such as this one! For a $1.50, I would say it is very affordable. It's one of those products, either you love it or not, it doesn't hurt in one's pocket. Beauty products are, after all, about trial and errors.

I really would never thought that this product here is a hair removal pad! Guess if you find certain items that you feel hesitant to purchase, I suggest you bring someone who knows how to read Japanese characters. Unless you are one of those customers like me who go for anything cute and a little adventurous inside Daiso, why not? LOL!

Very Random Haul

It's been a week since I got here in San Francisco, California, and I am enjoying my stay very much with my family. I still have jet lag but give me few more days for my body to adjust from the time difference. I'll be here for the next few months with them. While at it, I can't help myself but shop and look for good deals. Here are some stuff I bought. Reviews are coming up these next months.

Walgreens

Multi-vitamins in gummies! Perfect combination. You  know how much I love gummi bears, but I try to not eat these candies as much as I can because they are so addicting... for me that is. Anyways, I got this because my body is Vitamin C deficient since I got here. I bought two of these. [$15]

 I bought this to protect myself from the harmful UV rays of the sun. I am so used in using an umbrella either it's sunny, cloudy or it rained. But here, people only use an umbrella if it rains -- or, should I say, if they feel they want to use an umbrella when it rains.  [$2.99]

Everyone must have probably heard about St.Ives; helps exfoliate our skin. I use this twice a week.

[$4.something-cents]

I also bought a feminine cleansing wash, Summer's Eve. Women use it to keep themselves extra clean.

I forgot to take a photo of it. [$6.29]

Whole Foods

I was in a tight budget so I had to pick the stuff I really need.

I am almost done with my Human Heart Nature Nourishing Toner, and I need a back-up as soon as possible. I've heard about this brand and now I finally got one! I love roses. [$9.99]

 Finally! I've heard so many good things about the African Black Soap. So far, so good, I am loving it! I looked around to see if they have blocks of soap, but instead they only have it in a liquid form; a product works as a body wash, shampoo, facial cleanser, shaving, and hand soap. I need something like that. [$11.99]

While looking around, I spotted this: water in chocolate and peppermint flavor. This I got to try what it tastes like. I was also a little thirsty from walking block after block. I need to rejuvenate my body. It actually is refreshing and it doesn't taste funny; it reminds me of Andes Chocolate Mints -- chocolate-y and minty. [$1.79]

Ranch99

My parents and I ate in a Chinese restaurant, and went to the supermarket to buy food. Here's what I got besides bags of groceries.

 I've read Korean Ginseng is good for your skin. I grabbed (the last) two boxes. Can't wait to try this tonight! [$9.something-cents]

While browsing, I found this Q10 facial mask. I feel like, my skin needs more hydration. [$15(?)]

Daiso Japan

No visit is complete without a visit to Daiso! There were so many cute stuff that I caught myself grabbing items that I don't think I needed just because they are priced for a dollar and fifty. I am so tempted. But I reminded myself only to purchase items I needed the most!

 Curiosity made me bought this drink. I do not know what to expect. [$1.50]
UPDATE: November 22. 2013 : I thought it would taste like milk, or something with tapioca, but it wasn't! --- IT TASTED LIKE ORANGE JUICE! This. is. mind-blowing. WHOA!

 One look at this and I instantly remembered one Philippine brand of chips called PODS from the brand, Oishi. It almost has the same texture and yumminess as this one. These are so delicious. I should have bought the rest of the flavors for me to munch on. [$1.50]

 I can't read Japanese characters, but I do know I like to have smooth skin. According to the illustration at the back of the package, you use it in circular motion to slough off dead skin. [$1.50]

Yup, a star-shaped pumice stone. Isn't it cute? Also helps in removing dead skin while you take a shower. [$1.50]

I am so curious how it taste like. It's a hollow crunchy sweet potato cookie. It's okay. [$1.50]

Been looking for this exfoliating wash cloths for months now! I do hope this is the real thing; when I saw this, I was screaming at the top of my lungs (not really! lol!) because I've been looking for this since I got here. Koreans call it Italy Towel/daesugun/ddae soogun. Use this and literally see your dead skin removed right before your eyes every time you take a shower! I NEED TO BUY MORE OF THESE! I NEED TO VISIT DAISO AGAIN! Not only it will give that soft procelain skin, but skin care products will be more absorbed thus making skin e-x-t-r-a nice. I'M SUPER STOKED! Thank you, Daiso! [$1.50]

Target

Mom gave me this coupon yesterday; Five dollars off the price! I had to pay a visit to Target and see what I may find. *evil laugh*

I feel like in heaven. I was going to buy chocolate, but I changed my mind. Here are the stuff I bought at Target in their beauty section.

• Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Eye Roller [$22.39]
• Jergens Shea Butter Deep-Conditioning Moisturizer (Lotion) [$7.39]
• Jergens Crema Deep-Conditioning Shea Butter [$7.34]
• No7 Beautiful Skin Energising Mask [$16.99]
• No7 Restore and Renew Night Cream [$19.99]
• No 7 Luxurious Foaming Shower Oil [$8.99]

Last but not least, my mom gave this to me days ago. Someone gave it to her. Now, she hands it to me. It is a sample size hand scrub.

There you have it! Items I have bought for the week. Excited to try these skin care products and let you guys know soon. Have you tried any of them? Please comment below what you think. I would love to hear it.