Mixsoon Skincare Bundle

I was very kindly sent a skincare collection by Mixsoon to try, a brand I haven't used before and have been using for the past few weeks, so here are some initial thoughts.  I have been a fan of K-Beauty for some time and have used many different brands, all of which I have shared on my blog, so it is a delight to add another brand into that mix.

Combining the English word “mix” and the Korean word for “pure,” Korean beauty brand Mixsoon is dedicated to clean beauty and a minimalist approach to skin care. I was kindly sent a bundle of products to try out from YesStyle and within that bundle are some of the brands Star products such as: Bean Essence, Master Serum and Soondy Centella Asiatica Essence.

Mixsoon Bean Essence - This essence features a jelly-like formula enriched with fermented soybeans, barley, pear, and pomegranate, providing deep hydration and nourishment for your skin. This versatile essence also functions as a peeling gel exfoliant, effectively removing dead skin cells to reveal a smooth, dewy complexion.

Loaded with essential amino acids, vitamins, and natural AHAs, this essence enhances skin vitality and improves overall texture, leaving your skin feeling revitalised and refreshed without any stick residue and it is a delightful texture to use.

Mixsoon Soybean Milk Pad - These are perhaps the most wonderfully kooky product in this collection and the one that intrigued me the most.  These Milky toner pads, can also be used as sheet masks to soothe and hydrate skin!

Inside each sachet are 3 soft pads and each one is packed with fermented soybean milk, centella and hyaluronic acid and they all come together as ingredients to soothe, moisturise and the best part if that you can apply them anywhere - neck, elbows, cheeks, wrists, calves and they even make a good base for priming the skin prior to makeup.

Mixsoon Centella Sun Cream PA++++ SPF50+ - I am a bit obsessed with this Sun Cream, the texture, how it makes my skin feel and no white cast make it just brilliant. With it being SPF50+ it also offers powerful protection against harmful UV rays whilst at the same time, also nourishing the skin due to the inclusion of Centella Asiatica, its star ingredient. With a lightweight, serum-like texture, it absorbs smoothly into the skin without leaving a white cast or stickiness.

Centella Asiatica extract combined with Glycerin, this sun cream offers soothing, balancing, and moisturising benefits as well as helping to combat dry patches, skin irritations, and impurities, while regulating sebum production, making it particularly suitable for sensitive or irritated skin.

Mixsoon Bean Cleansing Oil - This is a lovely lightweight and nourishing formula that effectively removes stubborn makeup and excess oils, leaving your skin refreshed, moisturised, and glowing.  It is Rich in amino acids and antioxidants, this cleanser is infused with soybean, pear, and pomegranate to deeply hydrate your skin, promoting healing and improving texture.

This cleansing oil is also enriched with Vitamin E, this oil-based cleanser protects against free radical damage, helping to maintain a youthful, rejuvenated appearance.

Mixsoon Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum - This is one of my favourite products within this collection so far. Infused with three types of hyaluronic acid, this serum works to deliver deep hydration, providing an intense moisture boost exactly when your skin needs it.

It has quite a rich texture for a serum, so it is ideal for daily use, leaving skin feeling plump, firm, and supple. The serum also absorbs easily without leaving any sticky residue.

Mixsoon Soondy Centella Asiatica Essence - Described as being the ultimate solution for irritated and troubled skin. This essence is formulated with 100% Centella Asiatica Extract a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient whose properties work to reduce redness and inflammation, soothing even the most sensitive skin.

This best-selling South Korean Cica essence has been clinically proven to reduce skin irritation by 27%, making it an ideal choice for acne-prone, dull, or uneven skin tones. Centella Asiatica’s potent calming and healing abilities help soothe rashes, minimise redness from acne, and restore a balanced, refreshed complexion, leaving your skin glowing and revitalised.  What I love is how cooling it feels on the skin when used and if you ever have the unfortunate issue with razor burn - this is a god send to use.

Mixsoon Galactomyces Ferment Essence - This Essence works to revitalise dull and tired skin. It is formulated with 100% Galactomyces to tackle issues like discoloration, acne scarring, and pigmentation.

Again, this is a lightweight essence which is said to offer deep hydration and revitalisation while at the same time managing sebum production and enhancing skin elasticity, resulting in a brighter, more even skin tone and a radiant complexion.  This essence is perfect for those with dull, dry, or uneven skin tones, as well as oily skin and visible pores.  

By exfoliating dead skin cells and smoothing your skin’s surface, this vegan and cruelty-free formula strengthens your skin barrier, boosting elasticity and vitality for a refreshed complexion.

Mixsoon Centella Cleansing Foam - This is perhaps my least favourite product in this collection as I am not a fan of foaming cleansers in general, however it is a gentle, soothing, and hydrating facial cleanser that thoroughly cleanses the skin without stripping it of its natural oils, something I was not expecting, if I am being honest.

This cleanser is infused with 32.8% Centella Asiatica Extract, known for its calming and healing properties and it also contains Altermonas, an ingredient that helps lock in moisture, ensuring your skin stays hydrated and comfortable after cleansing. With a mildly acidic pH of 3.0-5.0, the formula aligns with the skin’s natural pH, maintaining balance and reducing the risk of irritation. The rich, soft lather gently removes impurities, leaving your skin refreshed.

Mixsoon Bifida Ferment Essence - This essence is crafted with 100% bifida ferment extract and its yeast-based formula is said to penetrate deeply, delivering essential nutrients that boost your skin barrier and elasticity, resulting in plump, youthful, and radiant skin.  It is also packed with anti-aging benefits, this essence provides intense hydration and nourishment, reinforcing your skin barrier to shield against external damage, pollution, and environmental stressors.

This essence is also ideal for those with acne and rosacea-prone skin, the Mixsoon Bifida Ferment Essence accelerates your skin's natural regeneration process, helping to reduce redness and soothe acne while offering deep nourishment.

Mixsoon Centella Asiatica Toner - Said to be the toner for skin which is irritated and sensitive, this essence is designed to calm and repair irritated skin whilst at the same time boosting hydration and promoting collagen production, leaving your complexion firmer, plumper, and radiant.

Ideal for acne-prone, inflamed, and damaged skin, this Centella Asiatica-infused toner has a wonderful lightweight, water-like consistency that is quickly absorbed, providing the skin with deep nourishment for a clear and rejuvenated appearance. It is also loaded with amino acids, fatty acids, and phytochemicals, this toner delivers essential nutrients, soothing irritations and nourishing your skin for optimal health.

I am still getting to know these products but as an initial view after a few weeks, I am so impressed I would happily try more from the range.  If you have liked what you have read so far, YesStyle have kindly given me a code to save you some money on these products and many others - BEAUTYQUEEN7

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LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Vault 2024

On sale now

There are some amazing Christmas Edits for 2024 and the latest edition to add to your list is the Lookfantastic Beauty Vault 2024 - perfect for those who just don't know what Advent Calendar they want!

This beauty vault is said to be worth over £700 but it is on sale right now and it is priced at just £150, so that is a huge saving. Inside you will find 4 full-size essentials, including treats from Augustinus Bader, Color Wow and Sol de Janeiro.

Purchase the LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Vault 2024

Contents:

• 111SKIN The Firming Concentrate Serum Ampoules 7 x 2ml – worth £150
• Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream 15ml – worth £71
• Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray 200ml – worth £27
• ELEMIS Pro Collagen Marine Oil 15ml – worth £69
• Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 15ml – worth £48 (TBC)
• ICONIC London Multi-Use Blush, Bronze and Highlight Palette – worth £48
• PAT McGRATH LABS FetishEYES Mascara in shade Xtreme Black – worth £29
• GRANDE Cosmetics GrandeLASH-MD Lash Enhancing Serum 2ml – worth £62
• EVE LOM Cleanser 100ml – worth £65
• ESPA Positivity Bath and Body Oil 100ml – worth £36
• Grow Gorgeous Density Intense Serum 60ml – worth £45
• Illamasqua Hydra Veil Primer 30ml – worth £34
• Sweed Beauty Le Lipstick in Nude Pink – worth £22
• Rodial Snake Bubble Mask – worth £11

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Temple Spa Repose - Relaxing Night Cream

Over the past few years, every October Temple Spa has raised money for a charity that shares the brand's values. This year, throughout the whole of October, Temple Spa will, for every full-sized jar of REPOSE not only will you get another one for free, but a donation of £6 will be given to the Alzheimer’s Society or Alzheimer Scotland.

As a product, REPOSE is Temple Spa's best-selling night cream, and it is one that I absolutely love and have featured on my blog a few times. Described as being an aromatherapy night cream and often referred to as being ‘a good night’s sleep in a jar, REPOSE is one of those products you reach for when you just need some time out, to relax and unwind and think of absolutely nothing. What I love, is that you apply Repose to your face and neck and as you start to massage it in, the advice is to take the time to breathe in its incredible scent or if you really want a treat, apply a thicker layer to your skin and let it slowly absorb, something I actually love doing before I get into a hot bath, when I have no plans other than to lay back in my bubbles and do absolutely nothing. 

REPOSE uses a blend of essential oils, including the likes of hops valerian, chamomile, frankincense, lavender, patchouli, geranium, bitter orange, and clary essential oils, all of which are all renowned to aid deep relaxation and bring a sense of calm. Working alongside the essential oils is hops which are known for their calming benefits and they help to control anxiety and stress and relax your body and mind.

You can find out more about Temple Spa supporting these charities on their website here.

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Jo Malone London 12 Day Advent Calendar

If you are a fan of Jo Malone and are not sure you can justify spending £360 on the big Advent Calendar, there is also the option of a 12 day offering.

This 12 day offering is priced at £180 and features 12 scented surprises, individually wrapped in decorative ornaments

Purchase Jo Malone 12 Day Advent Calendar

Contents:

• Wood Sage & Sea Salt Fragrance 0.3 oz.
• Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne 0.3 oz.
• Peony & Blush Suede Hand Creme 0.5 oz.
• Cypress & Grapevine Cologne 0.3 oz.
• Lime Basil & Mandarin Body Wash 1 oz.
• English Pear & Freesia Fragrance 0.3 oz.
• Wood Sage & Sea Salt Body Wash 1 oz.
• Jo Malone Blackberry & Bay Body Creme 0.5 oz.
• Peony & Blush Suede Candle 1.2 oz.
• Myrrh & Tonka Candle 1.2 oz.
• Pomegranate Noir Candle 1.2 oz.
• Wild Bluebell Body Creme 0.5 oz.

To date I have shared the details of over 80 Beauty Advent Calendars for 2024 with many more to come, so again, if you want to see what is coming, you will find them all right here.

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