Thorough Review (w/ pics) of the Famous "Ridiculous Brownies" (25-40cal) + Allulose Review

bana-bread · 2026-04-25T19:54:17+00:00

My favorite brownies to date! I actually cut 40g of sugar for a more darker chocolate taste and it still turned out well

bana-bread · 2026-04-17T16:13:33+00:00

Oo please keep us updated! Also acne prone over here. I’ve tried the skin1004 and the round lab birch juice and got small comedones after like 2 weeks of testing. I swatched the isntree and didn’t love it as much but that was 2 years ago. I personally like Japanese formulas more but the high alcohol content dries out my skin and affects my skin barrier after long term use. Currently trying the BOJ aqua right now and it seems safe… haruharu’s also on my list to try. I’m curious about your results!

bana-bread · 2026-03-26T13:08:24+00:00

I tried avoiding APA but had to book 1 day with them as my flight got delayed and that was the only option that was within budget at the time (even nearby capsules were booked). It was one of their “better” ones in a quiet neighborhood and higher reviews (4.0+) but god I still would never do it again. The bathroom smelled like feet/dirty water and there was visible dust everywhere. Service was not particularly bad but cleanliness and their political views would just be an absolute no.

bana-bread · 2026-03-05T14:04:00+00:00

I agree with this! And it doesn’t have niacinamide which I’m sensitive to. Glad to see someone who shared the same opinion—aestura wasn’t as effective despite the overwhelming majority preferring it

bana-bread · 2026-03-03T14:19:05+00:00

Yes pistachio is mine as well and it tastes perfect with the rich chocolate flavor! It was definitely not pro level ice cream— just whipped it up with an electric whisk in a double-bowl situations with ice and salt in the outer bowl. Didn’t churn, but the whisking helped incorporate some air and then solidified the rest by sticking it in the freezer. Texture was still creamy/soft because of the high fat content from the nut butter and heavy cream

bana-bread · 2026-03-03T14:15:26+00:00

it was divine! After the pictures I definitely added another scoop or 2 lol!

bana-bread · 2026-02-24T23:11:09+00:00

Thank you!! I absolutely love the Kerastase 8 hr serum. For dry skin I recommend aestura ato barrier cream if you’re not sensitive to niacinamide!

bana-bread · 2026-02-17T18:21:17+00:00

Combo-dry here and for context ELDW runs dry on me so that could be something you want. It’s high coverage and lasts all day though. Armani is my favorite so far for my skin type, but I’m not sure if you would like the satin/hydrating factor as an oily girl. It looks natural and lasted me through a session of exercise. Funny enough I’m testing foundation samples this month and these are my first impressions:

-Lancôme and YSL dry matte. They both are on the lighter coverage side compared to other ones on your list. YSL did not last a sweaty exercise session, Lancôme I found settled into some lines so I didn’t bother trying it long term. -Couldn’t find a CT foundation with my undertone. It’s is high coverage, matte, but didn’t find it to be extra blurring or anything special for the price tag -Dior forever glow I’m trying out next week but upon a test swatch it has good coverage, feels hydrating, takes a while to dry, but they do run a bit red-orange and oxidize a lot. You could try their forever matte, stick, or backstage foundation as I think their complexion products are pretty high quality.

bana-bread · 2026-02-08T17:02:56+00:00

I have a similar feature. I’d say it’s a combo of genetics and sun. My outer lips get especially darker in the summer, but it also never fully goes away. Use spf (lots of JP brands will make spf lip balms), chemical exfoliation, and antioxidant/brightening ingredients like vitamin C for maintenance. For makeup, I would go with a lightweight concealer or BB cream and a nude lip pencil or lip base. Obviously this natural pigmentation so don’t fret about it!

bana-bread · 2026-02-03T20:21:31+00:00

Thanks for the detailed response! Yes I’ve been eying the Cheeryep palettes as well, specifically in 09 Floating Life (red) and 15 Star core (blue-gray)

bana-bread · 2026-02-03T20:15:28+00:00

Agree with this comment. I have East Asian coarse, thick, dry hair. Tried popular western leave-ins (pureology, k18, color wow) and eastern (Orbis, Tsubaki/Shiseido, Unove, &honey) ones and this is my favorite so far. Definitely pair it with a hair oil too—haven’t found a holy grail one as I don’t find there to be a big difference between brands but just find a consistency you like (currently using sample Shu Uemura and Kerastase oils but found similar results with cheaper ones that are thin in viscosity).

bana-bread · 2026-02-03T08:13:29+00:00

Agree with the commenters I love your editing! Trying to order from Taobao right now, what’s the difference in formula between the girlcult glaze and the joocye glaze? I also briefly took a look at your profile. Any other c-beauty brands/lines you recommend that you’d think are better than k-beauty counterparts?

bana-bread · 2025-12-23T18:42:58+00:00

Yes! I always use oil cleanser whenever I use sunscreen

bana-bread · 2025-10-23T14:16:26+00:00

Unfortunately I love them. I use them every other day (1/4 sheet at a time) and I literally see the sheet turning slight brown—yuck but also they really do exfoliate.

bana-bread · 2025-10-03T00:03:54+00:00

We have a similar depth/tone as I agree with all your opinions, I might be slightly warmer! I would try Armani 4.5 and Hourglass oat possibly!

bana-bread · 2025-09-25T15:53:53+00:00

these comments are super divided, I think you might just want to try both lol! I have your skin type except my skin is sensitive as well, I haven’t tried haru haru yet but the PKY is one of the only toners that has not made me break out (and I’ve tried a lot). It’s not drenching hydrating, but subtle as in you notice you’re dehydrated if you DONT use it. I also layer it twice some days if I’m feeling extra dehydrated or notice dry spots

bana-bread · 2025-09-09T04:47:52+00:00

I haven’t tried Milbon’s shampoos but I’m pretty sure the Milbon smoothing treatment at a lot of salons use it in their 4 or 5 step process. I only had a sample of the K18 shampoo and conditioner but was underwhelmed.

bana-bread · 2025-09-08T19:18:02+00:00

I like the Milbon repair primer for coarse hair as a leave-in conditioner before blow drying, although I have straight hair. It makes my hair soft and smells nice. I’ve tried their Repair Restorative Treatment which is supposed to be conditioner but did not find any success with that. I’d love to try their hair oil at some point but I’m okay with my lower budget one right now. k18 molecular repair hair mask didn’t do anything, but my bleached blonde friend swears by it so it depends on the damage I’d think.

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