I've been buying this hand cream for almost 8-9 years, especially the cherry blossom one. It used…read moreto be one of my favorites. Back then, the packaging was simple plastic nothing special , but the formula? Amazing. One pump was enough, super moisturizing, and it actually lasted. Now they've upgraded to glass packaging, which looks nicer and probably feels more "premium." But the formula has completely changed... and not in a good way. It's much more liquid, less rich, and even after 3-4 pumps, my hands still feel dry. On top of that, the price has gone up. Honestly, I would take the old plastic packaging back any day if it meant getting the original quality again.

Made in Amsterdam, you will find delicious smelling cosmetics inspired by Japan Korea, China and…read morethe middle East, like body scrubs, shave cream, colognes and make up. We were greeted with some hot tea as soon as we entered the store. I love the essential oils that all products contain. Their fragrances are great, especially if you like oriental scents. Great gifts for him and her, free gift wrap is offered as well. Samplers are available for every single item, so you get to sniff and rub before you buy. One star deduction for the fact that products contain chemicals. I always prefer natural and cruelty free.

A store situated in the heart of Berlin, Germany. A wide selection of wigs, hair pieces, perms,…read moregels, combs, and other styling products. Shop keeper was nice and helpful, contains also hair extensions as well. No blow dryers, or curling irons, only one hot comb behind the counter.

As a Black American in Berlin, this store is heaven. It's the closest to a Brooklyn beauty supply…read morestore that I'm going to get. Maybe better! The girls are super friendly. They have a wide selection of 100% pure hair oils and they have black soap. I'm buying my hair for braids here today so hopefully that goes well as well. I will say that they quoted me 200 Euros for braids, ftw, so will not be trying out their salon services. Thaaaanks Cocoon!

This natural/organic/bio cosmetics store is very small, but inside is a huge variety of lotions,…read moreoils, soaps, sprays everything organic, of course. Always a good place for choosing presents for female friends and yourself. The hit of the month - now they have not only BLACK sheep soap, but also WHITE!

It took me a while to find the right all coverage white make-up used for theater and is light…read moreweight. I actually went through several brand testers and did two trial runs with this and liked this one the best. I needed white make-up in a few days to be the character Macphisto for the upcoming U2 Innocence tour and wanted to pay tribute to a Zoo TV tour. Long story short, I needed a decent make-up that wasn't going to make me itch and the same time easy to apply. This is water based and smooth. The downfall is that it dries really fast, therefore, I had to practice all week with application. You literally have no more than 3 minutes from damp to dry to spread and get a matte finish on your skin. There were moments in which I had to start over again. The good news is that it is very light on the skin and it is the only brand in which I am not allergic to. It isn't, however, sweat proof, therefore, you will need a finishing powder. I didn't bother since the make-up would be on for no more than 3 hours nor will I actually be planning to get sweaty. The make-up is very $$$, however, it is what is used by professionals and what some in the Vancouver film industry use. I will upload a pic after the show.