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BEAUTY REVIEWS

Dr. Cove Brightening Serum Function: Supports skin renewal and clarity Ingredients (key): Niacinamide, sodium hyaluronate, plant-derived actives (kakadu plum extract, licorice rice and fruit AHAs) Directions: Include in skincare routine, a coin-sized drop for the entire face Pros: Improves skin texture and restores hydration Cons: May not work for dry skin type Price: RM68 for 30ml Rating: 3/5

The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum Function: Targets textural irregularities, barrier support, dryness and dehydration Ingredients (key): Gluconolactone, ectoin, glycerin, citric, tartaric and malic acids, black carrot extract Directions: Use before sleep Pros: Hydrated and pinkier lips, fewer lip wrinkles Cons: Consistency of the solution may throw people off Price: RM50 for 15ml Rating: 3.5/5

Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum Function: Deeply hydrate lips, making it visibly plumper with high shine Ingredients (key): Polypeptides, pomegrante seed oil, argan ceramides Directions: One coat for sheer-natural look, three coats for more intense colour

Pros: Plumpier, glossier finish, great for a date night Cons: Needs reapplication every now and then Price: RM85 for 12g Rating: 3.5/5

Fwee 3D Voluming Gloss (30%, 70%) Function: Make lips look glossy and Anti-oxidants, paraben-free, silicone-free, sulphate-free, vitamins Directions: Put it over lipstick for a glam look, or over lip balm/bare lips for a natural look Pros: Comes in two intensities (30%, 70%) for girls who prefer either clean or vivid looks, not sticky after dried Cons: Requires reapplying, especially after eating Price: RM67 for 5.3g Rating: 4/5 voluminous Ingredients (key):

Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm Function: Hydrates lips, elbows and cuticles Ingredients (key): Squalane, Amino Acids Directions: Use whenever lips is feeling dry Pros: Instant moisture, leaving lips smooth and crack-free Cons: Some may not prefer its thicker consistency Price: RM65 for 15ml Rating: 3.5/5

Fwee Pink Obsession Stay-fit Lip Tint Function: Makes lips look pinkier Ingredients (key): Anti-oxidants, oil-free, paraben-free, sulphate-free, vitamins Pros: Hydrating and gives

a pink finish. Darker shade of pink works on darker skin tones. Cons: May not be suitable for full glam look Price: RM67 for 3.8g Rating: 4/5

Dr. Cove Brightening Body Lotion Function: Moisturises, soothe and brightens skin Ingredients (key): Niacinamide, shea butter, coconut oil, rosehip seed oil Directions: Apply generously all over the body Pros: Helps smooth rough/flaky skin, repairs skin barrier Cons: May not work on skin that does not have many issues Price: RM45 for 180ml Rating: 2/5

The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Function: Ease dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles, pigmentation and dark spots, puffiness Ingredients (key): AHAs/glycolic acid, fragrance-free, hyaluronic acid, oil-free, paraben-free, sulphate-free Directions: Massage a drop around each eye every day before applying make-up and before sleep Pros: Significant reduction of dark circles in the eye contour and eye puffiness Cons: May sting if does not agree with skin Price: RM55 for 30ml Rating: 4.5/5