HUGE KOREAN SKINCARE HAUL FT. ALTHEA KOREA CULT FAVORITES

by BLUSHING SNEAKERHEAD - 4:14 PM

Annyeong haseyo! Welcome to the blog. Finally, I am going to share with you guys my latest skincare haul from Althea Korea - the largest online shop for Korean cosmetics and skincare! This was a highly requested post by my followers, so I decided to show you the unboxing plus a mini review of each of the "cult favorites" that I chose and have tried using already. Cult favorites are things or products that are popularly loved by many. And the products that I will be mentioning are some of Althea Korea's cult favorites a.k.a. best sellers. So with everything said, let's get started!

NOTE: Althea Korea sent me $50 to spend on their site, but this is not a sponsored post.

SIDE NOTE: I have a sensitive, combination skin. Products mentioned on the blog may work for me but may also not work for you, or the other way around.

I placed my order last November 4 and five days after, I received the confirmation e-mail. I was expecting my package to arrive at around November 16 or later since that week was the ASEAN conference and it was declared holiday in the Manila area. But my package arrived on November 13, so I was pretty happy about it. The package was also directly shipped into my home and that was very convenient in my part.
And these are what my Althea boxes look like. I was pretty excited in opening the package that I forgot to take pictures before completely opening it (haha sorry). Before opening the boxes, they were completely covered in bubble wraps, as well as each of the products, making sure Althea Korea won't provide you damaged goods. Fun! And after a few bubble wraps pop... here are the products that I chose on their website. Like I said before, these are some of their most popular products. But of course, I still made my own research.

CALMIA CLEANSING TISSUE. 60 pesos

The first product that I got is the Calmia Cleansing Tissue. I haven't use this yet because I normally use micellar water on removing my makeup. But I purchased this because aside from being relevantly cheap, I read so many good reviews about it. It completely removes the makeup and at the same time moisturizes the face, so we'll see.

Althea Korea Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Cleansing Foam

Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Cleansing Foam. 370 pesos

The second product is the Innisfree Jeju Volcaninc Pore Cleansing Foam. I've been using this for weeks now and I'm pretty impressed about this product. The Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Cleansing Foam contains Jeju Volcanic Scoria that absorbs the excess sebum and washes away the pore-clogging impurities. It also removes the excess makeup left from the first cleansing. If you have a combination skin type, I would recommend you to use this three or four times a week because it feels a bit tight on the face after use.

Althea Korea Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner

Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner. 440 pesos

The third product that I chose is the Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner. Back in third year college, I became so addicted with this product. I stopped using it after that year. But my sister recently purchased a bottle and after trying it again, I remembered how good it was. So I went with this purchase. The Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner cleanses away the dirt while balancing the pH levels of the skin. It also tightens the pores, that controls sebum production and leaves a seemingly pore-less skin. What I love about this product is that it has this cooling effect and it is really moisturizing. I just wish Althea Korea, had the bigger version of this with the pump, who's with me?!

It's Skin Power 10 Formula VC Effect. 390 pesos

The next product that I got is the It's Skin Power 10 Formula VC Effect. I chose this product specifically because I have pimple marks and Vitamin C serums are well-known to heal acne scars and and blemishes. The It's Skin Power 10 Formula VC Effect contains the Vitamin C that brightens the skin. It also reduces redness of the skin and other discoloration, giving you a more vibrant skin. I've been using these for weeks and I can already see improvements on my skin. It feels healthier and brighter. I use this after toning, during night time. I highly recommend to use this product at night because Vitamin C is not ideally good when exposed to the sun. But if you want to use on the day, you better put some sunscreen on. I also recommend not to use this with any products that contain AHA/BHA in the same routine because it cancels each others effect. Do not also use this with products that contain niacinamide because they work best in different pH levels.

Althea Korea Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask. 560 pesos

Another product of my choosing is the Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask. It is a 6-in-1 pore clay mask that contract pores, controls sebum, exfoliate, deep cleanse, brighten tone and cools the skin. What I love about this product is that it chemically melts the impurities of the face, leaving a smoothen-out skin. I normally use this once a week after toning, but whenever I feel like my skin had become oilier than normal, I use it more often.

Guerisson 9 Complex Cream. 520 pesos

The next on the list is the Guerisson 9 Complex Cream. The Guerisson 9 Complex Cream is a moisturizer formulated with a complex of peppermint, apple mint leaf, sage, rosemary, lavender flower, Melissa officinalis leaf, chamomile and Monarda didyma leaf extracts that soothes irritation while improving cell metabolism. With niacinamide and adenosine, this cream also brightens the skin, making your skin look glowy and radiant. I normally use this whenever I feel my skin needs hydration during night time because even though it claims it doesn't leave behind any oily residue, it does! Maybe it is more ideal for dry skin types.

Althea Korea Boomdeahdah Everyday Mask (Berry)

Boomdeahdah Everyday Mask (Berry). 20 pesos

Althea Korea Purederm Deep Purifying Black O2 Bubble Mask

Purederm Deep Purifying Black O2 Bubble Mask (Charcoal). 70 pesos

Althea Korea Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch

Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch. 50 pesos

I also purchased these random mask sheets: Boomdeahdah Everyday Mask (Berry), Purederm Deep Purifying Black O2 Bubble Mask (Charcoal) and the Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch. I haven't use any of this so I'll update you guys whenever.

Althea Korea Laneige Water Sleeping Mask

Laneige Water Sleeping Mask. 980 pesos

And I kept the best for last! The last product that I got from Althea Korea is the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask. This product had won many beauty awards already and there is a reason for it! The Laneige Water Sleeping Mask has SLEEP-TOX™ technology that purifies the skin during sleep, keeping it in optimum condition. With its intensive hydration properties, it leaves the skin so moisturized the next morning after washing, that it feels so soft and bouncy. This is by far the best skincare product I have tried. It is on the pricier side, but it is definitely a must try!

There you have it! These are all the products that I got from Althea Korea. Stay tuned for Christmas adventures on Althea's website as they whisk magical adventures on their site this coming holiday. Thank you and have a great day ahead!