Updated: Laneige Water Bank Eye Gel Review

 Today I'm going to be doing a review on the Laneige Water Bank Eye Gel.

I needed an eye cream after finishing the Estee Lauder Advanced Eye Repair Eye Cream (reviews on that another time) and wanted something lighter as I have always had problems with milia seeds around my eyes. I'd tried the Water Bank Gel Cream sample and liked the texture, so decided to give this a go.

Just some info for you from the insert in the box that came together with the eye gel. :) 

There's a load of steps in Korean skin care, as we know, refiner (toner)- emulsion- essence/cream. Spot treatment comes before essence/cream. 

I have never done all these steps... but anyway, here's what's recommended by Laneige. 

Onwards to product pictures!

 It really is a very light gel consistency, with the typical Laneige scent (refreshing and light). I usually use my ring fingers to lightly tap it in all around the eye.

 

 After being blended a little, you can see it's a bit glossy and slightly tacky. What I usually do is keep patting it in till it's almost absorbed, which is pretty quickly. 

 When it's fully absorbed, it's gone! I usually just carry on with concealer if I'm heading out. 

Verdict: (updated March 14, 2013)

I think it helps with dark circles only a tiny bit, but doesn't do much for eye bags or fine lines. There is a slight cooling sensation upon application but it quickly goes off. 

It does keep the eye area pretty moisturized, but if you're looking for an eye gel to help with fine lines, this is not the one for you. I have noticed a couple of new and slightly deep lines (sob!) appear recently, but it could be because of my growing eye bags so it ggravates eye lines. :(
{honestly, I think this does a fine job of moisturizing the eye area.... it also allows makeup to go on smoother after I apply a thin layer of it. I like that it doesn't give me oil seeds too.}

I am in my early 30s, and probably need a better eye product. I have tried so many 'good' brands like Estee Lauder, Lancome, but the only thing that ever worked (I think) was the Estee Lauder Dark Circle eye Cream but that was discontinued years ago. I may keep to this for day as I like it's light, non-greasy texture. It's a good gel for people in the late teens to late 20s. I will likely move on to find a good eye cream for night. 

{I have just bought Laneige's White Plus Renew Eye Mate which is for the day time and has SPF, and will review that once I have used it sufficiently! :) Because I think Laneige works really well for my skin, i.e. no break outs and keeps skin hydrated, I am thinking of also trying their Perfect Renew (anti aging line) Dual Eye Treatment once this is finished... I think it may work better for lines}

Retails for about SGD 52 in stores.

Merry Christmas!

Hi there! Hope everyone had a great Christmas and that we're all gearing up for an awesome 2013!

Apologies for the silence over here, I do have many reviews to do soon, but with the festivities and all, it's been busy around here.

Coming up next Monday as well as in the new year, reviews for Secret Key Treatment Essence, Laneige Water Bank Eye Gel, Phyto hair products, MAC eyeliners .... heaps more! If there's anything you may be interested in and that I have, let me know, and I'll try to give you my humble take on it.

I have been gifted some skin care and makeup products for Christmas too, so am super excited to share my (amateur) reviews here.

Stay tuned, there may be a giveaway coming up too....  thanks for stopping by! :)

MediHeal & Leaders Insolution Masks Review

 I have used masks before, and had seen these particular ones pop up everywhere on Qoo10 so decided to give it a go. To be honest, I had no idea they were different brands, as they were sold by the same seller. Haha... As I found out, price, nor branding didn't matter with these....

I ordered a bunch to add to Christmas gift packages, but so far have tried Mediheal's NMF and Leaders Insolution Vita masks. 

 Mediheal's NMF, EGT, PDF and IPI are slightly more expensive than their other masks, maybe because of the more exclusive ingredients. There are a few more not pictured above like Collagen. Anyway, they were still ridiculously cheap. 

I tried the NMF one because I was suffering from some massive dry skin flaking near my mouth, to the point that it was painful that day, and it contains Hyaluronic Acid which is known to majorly moisturize skin. Reviews will be made together with the Leaders one later below. :) 

Apparently, Leaders Insolution  is owned by the Leaders Cosmetic Group in South Korea, who own and operate skin clinics all over the country. The team has researched and developed a line of skin care including these masks.

I tried the Vita Bright one the very day these masks arrived. I couldn't wait. I wasn't disappointed. 

You know how most masks don't fit the face, the essence drips off down your neck and around your ears.... I hate that. And can say in confidence that neither masks give me those problems. The masks are a sturdy but thin material, soaked in a watery-gel like essence that sit flat on your face and hug every inch. It's really comfortable. I usually relax lying down with the mask on and the liquids drip off my face with other masks, but these two brands don't. 

Reviews now! The LS Vita Bright one surprised me a lot. I left it on for about 20-30 minutes, did some work at the laptop and when took the mask off, my skin was visibly brighter and fairer! There was definitely no breaking out, and I dare say it actually helped clear my skin because my skin started looking much better the days that followed. 

The Mediheal NMF one was equally good. The cracked, painful skin around my mouth and lips were instantly moisturized. I know it sounds crazy but it's true! After that, my skin felt comfortable and sooo sooo soft I couldn't stop touching my cheek! (PS: I am not paid to write this, so it's completely my honest opinion.) 

I do believe both brands are just as good. Mediheal's tend to be a little cheaper than LS' but I think they are just as good quality in terms of the mask material and essences. If your skin is a little sensitive, just wash off the residue after using the mask.

I just ordered a bunch more to stock up... because the seller is having a massive sale now. These work so well I doubt I will use the other brands' ones again.

Paid between SGD 1.20-2.60 per mask. From here. Seller ships these out very quickly, both times I've purchased, she shipped them out the same or very next day. Shipping time is a little long (took between 1.5-2 weeks I think) but hey, shipping is free!

GO TRY THESE IF YOU HAVEN'T YET! :D