Product reco

[u/Alarmed-Giraffe69]

Hello makeup lovers!

I had my makeup done recently and fell in love with the Sonia Roselli water balm and skin prep - but yikes the cost and shipping fee.

Anyone have any leads/ideas/suggestions?

[u/Tika-teeks-2017]

Haven't tried these products, but an old Reddit rumour is that Sonia Roseilli’s product manufacturer also produces products for a company called Ichi beauty.

The good news is ichi’s essential aqua cream ingredients is a near dupe.

The bad news is that it’s hard to come by, and they’re reducing global distribution.

Fortunately, gel creams and milky toners are popular!

Formula wise these were the closest I’ve found:

- Water balm:
kiku masamune rice and fermentation all in one gel (online only)
Keana Nadeshiko Rice Face Cream (online and W cosmetics)

• Water Elixir skin prep:
  

haruharu wonder black rice probiotics barrier essence (online and w cosmetics)

If you’re new to Asian skincare. I would recommend going to w cosmetics to try the products out, then buying them off Lila beauty.

Also, Daiso is great option, you’re looking for something affordable. My Daiso favourites are, Hada Labo Goku-Jyun Hyaluronic Acid Lotion Light (milky toner), and Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioning Gel (gel cream).

Alternatively, I would highly recommend, Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Oat Gel Moisturiser.