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Rating:  ★ ★ ★ ★ Pros Absorbs quickly into skin Doesn't leave a sticky after-effect Comes with SPF 50+ PA+++ Comes with a pump for easy application Spreads easily across skin during application Readily available at drugstores Cons Not exactly as hydrating as its claim to be "Extra Moist" Personal thoughts I was looking for a daily body sunscreen that ideally has some kind of dual function as a body lotion too. (Yes that's right, not denying that laziness)  Stumbled into this, decided to give it a shot, prayed hard it wouldn't have a sticky after-effect (everyone's fear of sunscreen) and it checked all :)! I love that it spreads smoothly and there's hardly any sticky residue after application.  I love it more that it has a highly decent SPF and PA protection. I like it too, that it serves as a body serum though I wouldn't say it's the most hydrating one around. In terms of hydration,  Nivea Intensive Moi...

Rating:  ★ ★ ★ ★ Pros Organic, natural and chemical-free Leaves hair feeling soft and smooth Hydrates and tame hair ends Cons Can be messy  Has a strong, almost herby smell that lingers even after rinse May be difficult to find from local marts Personal thoughts I've replaced my organic coconut oil  hair mask regime with this. Reasons being it's more hydrating i.e. oilier, and this means to take note for those with oilier scalps.  There's plenty of articles detailing the benefits of jojoba oil for hair e.g. promotes hair growth, hydrates hair, etc. I'm not quite sure about hair growth but my hair definitely feels softer and more manageable.  Typically, I mask my hair just before shower.  I'll pour a little (you won't need a lot) jojoba oil on my palm, rub my palms together and run my palms and fingers through my hair. Tip: Best to comb out your hair prior to this! Leave on for ~20mins. I bun my hair up too so it doesn't...

Rating:  ★ ★ ★ ☆ Pros SPF 30 Water-resistant Doesn't leave a sticky feeling on the lips after application Relatively affordable Readily available at drugstores Cons Less hydrating in Nivea's range of lip balm Drags a little across the lips during application Leaves a slight pale yellow tint on lips Personal thoughts I got this for a holiday to the beach. A great find at its price point for a lip balm with SPF 30. Water-resistant too, awesome for water activities! First impression was its pale yellow lip balm that leaves a slight tint on the lips. Kind of like applying a thin layer of concealer. (Which I found out was a nice complement to an ombre lip makeup!) Application however, isn't the smoothest at all. Drags across the lips more than I would like. That being said, it doesn't leave a stick after-effect on the lips like some balms do. And it does keep the slightly chapped lips soft, though I would love if it's more hydrat...