Maxi-Peel Moisturizing Cream Review

The past few days were all about movies and series and today, I just finished watching How To Train Your Dragon 1-3. I'm not really into animation but I kind of enjoy watching them LOL. I think the dragons are rather cute than scary, most especially Toothless! Anyway, here's the continuation of Maxi-Peel review series I have thought of doing this quarantine season. Today, I'm going to share a quick review of Maxi-Peel Moisturizing Cream.

Again, this isn't the first time I tried this product. Maxi-Peel has been around for years and I don't think anyone who's beauty-obsessed will find Maxi-Peel an alien brand. I was in college the first time I've tried this and though that was years ago, I don't think they reformulated this cream. One thing for sure is, it has became much more cost-efficient since they made the product bigger with just the same price tag. With only P14, you get to last it for about a week or so.

CLAIMS

Maxi-Peel Moisturizing Cream is a non-greasy, quick absorbing cream that provides maximum moisture to keep skin soft, smooth and supple. It helps hide visible effects of exfoliation such as flakiness and dryness. Use nightly to provide skin hydration and moisture.

SCENT, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

This product has a subtle floral-like scent which I like. It's not offensive at all even for sensitive noses. The cream is white in color and despite the slightly thick formulation, it absorbs easily without any stickiness. It's soft and silky, almost silicon-y when applied. This is probably because of the presence of Dimethicone. It looks matte as well but skin feels highly moisturized underneath. I tried it with a foundation and so far, it did not roll and pill. My foundation looks okay too.

My only concern is that it makes my skin warm up faster and gets super oily after a few hours. Because of too much oil, my base makeup cakes and moves around. This is why I wouldn't want to use it as a moisturizer if I will be using makeup. On its own, it's a good product to use n a daily basis to moisturize the non-problematic skin.

PERFORMANCE

I have tried this product when my skin is peeling in the hope of hiding the dry patches and dead skins. However, not only this product stings so much, it also heightened the look of the peeling skin and I don't get it. I mean it was advised to use with the exfoliant solution but I don't find them to be a great duo. Again, I would think that you have to use it on its own when you're skin is done peeling and is already on the healing stage.

Despite all that, I appreciate Maxi-Peel Moisturizing Cream and I really like the texture of the cream and how it was formulated. I like how it glides well on the skin. Though it makes me oil up more, I could easily fix that with a mattifying powder. It's really hot and humid anyway. I might use this again on colder days.

I like how it get rids of dry and taut feeling so it's probably best for those with dry skin. The best thing is that it doesn't clog my pores or cause breakouts when I use it years back and even just recently. I just hope that it comes with a high-strength sun protection so it would be a nice alternative cheap moisturizer.

If you have sensitive skin, better do a patch test first. Please know that it has ingredients that may clog the pores or may cause adverse reactions. Watch out for the Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Triethanolamine, Mineral Oil and Fragrance. If you had any bad experience with the aforementioned ingredients, be more cautious and consult your dermatologist.

Maxi-Peel Moisturizing Cream

Price: P14 (15g), P41 (25g)

Bought from: Mercury Drugstore

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9Wishes Vanishing Balm Ultimate Tone-up Cream Review

9Wishes Vanishing Balm Ultimate

Bought for: Free | SRP: $47.52 (P2,476)

From: Style Korean

We’ve lost internet connection for the past few days so I can’t really blog as much as I’ve wanted. Here I find myself drafting and editing photographs, so you’ll know that I’m still working on the background. I know babbling like this won’t make any sense because by the time you read this, connection has been fixed. Anyway, let’s start with today’s skincare review about 9 Wishes Vanishing Balm Ultimate Tone-up Cream I got from Stylekorean.com!

CLAIMS

This advance multitasking complexion enhancer brightens skin tone instantly while minimizing the appearance of fine lines and pores. An antioxidant rich formula provides exceptional hydration, leaving skin smooth and healthy all day long.

This product has Jojoba Seed Oil (has anti-inflammatory, skin repair and damage control properties), Licorice Root Extract (has antioxidants that aids discoloration and works to balance oil), Black Cohosh Root Extract (has antimicrobial and antioxidants properties, also a humectant and act to condition and protect skin) , He Shou Wu or Fo-Ti Extract (skin healing and protection), Sesame Seed Extract (antibacterial, skin repair, moisture booster, natural sunscreen and a nutrient source), Meshima Mushroom Extract (has intense antioxidant properties perfect for aging and sensitive skin), Angelica Gigas Root Extract (has significant anti-aging and skin detoxifying properties), White Mulberry Bark Extract (has antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and antibacterial components for fresh, youthful skin), Peony Flower Root Extract (skin-depigmenting), Mallow Extract (mild and ideal for sensitive skin and has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties), Baikal Skullcap Extract (soothing and treatment of skin problems and infections), Glutathione (whitening), Umbrella Pine Root Extract (enhances moisture retention, softens, soothes and calms skin) Allantoin (moisturizing an non-irritating), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder (has soothing properties). 

APPLICATION

I usually apply the cream every morning as my last step in skincare. A single pump is enough for the whole face and neck area.

PACKAGING

The product comes with a white box and the information are printed in gray/silver fonts. The tone-up cream comes in an opaque white tube with a transparent cap and a silver pump for easy dispensing of product. Overall, I love the simple yet clean-looking and very informative packaging. It displays all necessary information about the product such as ingredients, direction for use, claims and expiry date—all in crisp font style.

TEXTURE, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

Milky white in color and light in texture, this cream blends so easily on the skin without any dreaded white casts other tone-up creams impart. A little goes a long way and I also like the fact that it doesn’t cling to dry patches of the face and doesn’t look streaky at all. Despite the semi-matte finish (when used alone), it gives thorough hydration without any stickiness or discomfort. It’s a day cream that you can opt to wear alone or top off with makeup without contributing to cakiness or patchiness.

OVERALL PERFORMANCE

I would say that this is also a favorite of mine from 9Wishes. I’ve tried a few products from this independent brand (thanks to Style Korean) and all of which are highly recommended by me. This is one underrated product that I truly love and been continuously using for the past weeks. I like how it tones down redness and brightens my complexion without looking pale or ghostly. I’ve always been looking for a tone-up cream that won’t look awkward on skin with yellow undertone and the quest has finally ended. 

Despite the loads of oils and extracts mentioned above, I’m glad it didn’t irritate my skin nor break me out. I also noticed that it has Titanium Dioxide which has been used for sunblocks so despite being discreet, I’m glad to know that it’s adding up to my daily sun protection. I just hope 9Wishes could tell how strong the sun protection is. It also has Glutathione (in small concentration though) so this is great for those who would like to maintain light skin.

Using it in conjunction with other skincare products, I noticed some blemishes have lightened a bit so I know further use can make a huge difference. Long story short, I’ve found a brightening cream that suits someone like me who has oily skin and has scars to lighten.

Does 9Wishes Vanishing Balm Ultimate Tone-up Cream interest you? Let me know your thoughts down below! Happy blogging!

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Lily's Touch Miracle Glow Cream Review

Diamond Polish, P750

Miracle Cream, P450

Medicated Astringent, P350

Miracle Soap, P150

Hello everyone! January's about to end and I only published 12 posts 'til now. What a busy month. I have been spending most of my time doing school stuff and whatnot, I'm almost taking hiatus in blogging which, as you can see is what I am trying to fight with as of the moment. Can't see what's in it for me if I stop blogging. Anyway...off to review proper!

Today, what I am going to review is this Lily's Touch Miracle Cream, one of Lily's Touch which I have purchased online and which I have been hearing rave reviews about. Again, I was lured into purchasing when a favorite vlogger of mine introduced this to her audience as the reason why she is having a great complexion. Then once again, I felt being poked over and over again with the fact that not everything that works to someone else may work for me as well.

LILY'S TOUCH MIRACLE CREAM WITH SUNSCREEN

Miracle Glow Cream available sizes:

50ml – P450.00

150ml – P850.00

300ml – P1,600.00

CLAIMS (as per Lily's Touch Beauty Enterprise)

Reduces the appearance of freckles and melisma; Reduces the appearance of uneven skin pigmentation; Lightens pimple marks; Tightens pores; Lightens skin naturally; Repairs and Rejuvenates dull skin; Improves skin texture leaving a supple and glowing skin; NO mercury or any harmful ingredient; Safe and Effective; Safe for Kids, Pregnant Women and Lactating Moms; Perfect Sunblock for everyday use with Spf 40; Gives you an instant whitening effect and radiant look; Loaded with anti-aging, anti-acne and whitening ingredients; Mesmerizing melon scent; Ideal for face and body; Good for 2-3 months consumption; Matte finish; can be used as a makeup base or foundation when applying makeup.

Great for Treating/Preventing: Wrinkles, Uneven Skin Tone, Dark under Eye, Dark Skin, Dull Complexion, Dark under arms, Dry skin, Melasma, Acne Problems, Blemishes, White/Black Heads, Break Outs, Allergies, Bite Marks, Skin Asthma, Rashes, Dark Elbows, Knees, Nape

Ingredients, Directions, Cautions, Manufacturing and Expiry Dates

PACKAGING

The product comes in a typical plastic jar and an inner lid which I find hygienic. However, I have to throw it away because inner lids give me a hard time every time I have to hold it while I scoop products. For short, they do not make life easier. Also, the jar itself is bulky enough to make me doubt whether or not I should bring it to travels or overnights.

APPLICATION

I would say that a little of this cream, prolly half a pea-sized amount is enough to cover the whole face. I would advice you, however, to only use a small amount for the whole face and neck twice a day to avoid looking too white and ghostly. Yes, it does impart an instant brightness to your face but be careful how much you apply on because of the strong white cast it gives. With that being said, the product does not look good in flash photography.

Apart from your face and neck, you can also apply this anywhere on your body like underarms, elbow or just about anywhere you want to lighten the skin. I tried applying this cream on those areas but it looks patchy and clings on fine lines so I just stopped.

TEXTURE / CONSISTENCY / EASE OF APPLICATION

The product has the consistency of a whip cream--lightweight and soft. It feels light on skin upon application and does not feel sticky even when I perspire. It feels tacky sometimes upon application especially when I accidentally put too much, but it can pass because it does not look super shiny nor make my face look dewy or oily. The cream is slightly hard to blend when you mistakenly put too much and you will find it hard to remove traces of white cast. Still, I still prefer using it under my foundation as it subdues the whiteness of it. It also has sunscreen properties so I can stay protected under the sun. I have foundations that lack sunscreen and Miracle Cream's SPF content would really come useful sometimes.

SCENT

The scent very much reminds me of melon which I really love as it lingers for a few more minutes upon application. If you are not fond of fruity fragrances, you might not like this one.

PERFORMANCE

Using it for more than a month, to be honest, I did not see much significant effect. My scars did not lighten a bit, my pimples did not dry fast, my face does not look whiter unless I had the cream on and my pores did not look firmer either. On the  brighter side, it does not cause my skin to react terribly on a different skin care nor cause any adverse reaction or what. It also moisturizes the skin  but I feel like the cream stays on the surface of my skin rather than getting absorbed by it so I do not really feel hydrated sometimes. However, I always like my skin upon waking up because it looks bright, healthy, soft, smooth and well-repaired. Although it did not cause me to terribly break out, it did not prevent pimples from coming either.

OVERALL THOUGHTS

If you are looking for safe and all-natural ingredient infused product, I would recommend you give Lily's Touch Miracle Glow Cream a try. It is quite pricey for the 50ml tub, but you will barely use half of it for a month so it's cost-efficient in a way. If you are more into anti-aging products, you might appreciate its skin benefits especially with the Snail Slime Extract which is know to make skin 6 years younger in as fast as 4 weeks. If you are more into naturally fresh look, this and some dust of powder is enough to make you look glowing and radiant without the heavy feeling.

Have you tried Lily's Touch Miracle Glow Cream? Any thoughts?

Lily's Touch Snail Serum
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Lily's Touch Diamond Polish
Lily's Touch Miracle Soap

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Opulence Ultra White Protect Skin Clarifying Soap, Matte Face Cream with SPF 30 and Sweet Pink Facial Mousse Cream with SPF15

Opulence Ultra White Protect Skin Clarifying Soap

Bought for: Free | Original Price: P130

Bought from: The Opulence Skin

Claims: Formulated with Aloe Barbadensis leaving skin feeling clean, calm, smooth, never tight or irritated, helps promote healthy skin rejuvenation resulting to fresh and suppler skin with natural healthy glow, with Kojic Acid and Arbutin, two of the most powerful brightening actives available today, gets rid of dark spots in the body especially in the underarms, buttocks, knees, elbows and inner thigh area

Ingredients: Cocus Nucifera Oil, Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Glycine Soja Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Oil, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Gluconate, Rosehip Oil, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Tyrosine, Kojic Acid, Sodium Sulfite, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phospate, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Arbutin, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicolensis Root Extract, Glutathione, CI 77891, CI 14700

Here's my thoughts about the products that The Opulence Skin sent me. Such a nice name, isn't it? By the way, thank you so much for sending these over! I love them!

The first product which I am going to share to you is the Opulence Ultra White Protect Skin Clarifying Soap. I'm actually on the last piece right now (I divided them into small bars) and I'm totally hooked. If you wanna know why, please keep on reading!

The soap as you can see comes in a sealed box, unlike most organic soaps that is only covered with plastic. And please, oh my goodness, the soap looks so delicate and cute as it is tinted bright pink! It also lathers richly and does not melt easily on soap dishes. Surprisingly, I do not find this soap too drying on the skin even when it intends to whiten the skin, you know, whitening soaps are usually drying.

The scent of this product does not seem like it is all made from natural ingredients but for me, I guess it's pretty tolerable. I really don't mind. I guess the best thing about it is how it effectively made my skin brighter and more radiant after every wash. Loveeee it!

Opulence Ultra White Protect Matte Face Cream with SPF30

Bought for: Free | Original Price: P180

Bought from: The Opulence Skin

Claim: This luxurious whitening face cream Helps stops melanin production and simulates skin rejuvenation that cause skin darkening. Start flaunting your white glowing skin now as it helps the skin fight free radicals and other toxic elements.

Ingredients: Glutathione, Rosehip Oil, Vitamin C and E, Claire Blanche and Sunblock

The Opulence Ultra White Protect Matte Face Cream with SPF30 comes in a very simple jar packaging and in pink! So cute! I find it also travel-friendly as it could easily fit pouches. It also has this second layer of cover to prevent any dirt or pollutants to enter. However, this type of containers require only extra clean hands so make sure you have dirt-less fingers before dipping to avoid contamination.

This product also claims to whiten the skin and is the counterpart cream for the soap which I previously reviewed. What I like about it is the safety and effectiveness of its ingredients on the skin.

As you can see above, the cream has a pinkish tint on it but don't worry, it will not make your skin solid pink, instead it works like magic to brighten up dull skin instantly. The scent is so mild too, I do not have any problem on it. It also dries with a semi-matte and lightweight finish (Yes! It's non-sticky!) but has enough moisture to soothe the skin. Therefore, I recommend this day cream to any skin type. The whooping SPF 30 is a plus too and while it is loaded with sun protection, it does not really create white cast especially on flash photography!

Using it religiously for weeks, I do not really notice any significant lightening on my face and neck, but I still like it anyway as a primer to brighten the skin and somehow blur any imperfections nicely. Also, this does not cause me to terribly break out or produce excessive sebum, so thumbs up for this!

Opulence Sweet Pink Facial Mousse Cream with SPF15 20g

Bought for: Free | Original Price: P388

Bought from: The Opulence Skin

Claims: A breakthrough whitening and anti-aging, containing excellent ingredients from Europe that helps protect and keep skin firmer, nourished, moisturized, and radiantly youthful. Helps prevent premature aging. With Alpha Arbutin, provides fast and effective skin lightning activity. Helps reduces age spots. With anti-aging peptides that help stimulate collagen synthesis and weakens muscular contraction resulting to instant younger-looking skin.

Ingredients: Dimetnicone (and) Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxone, Cyclopentosiloxone, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Octylmethoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Isopropyl Titanium, Trisostearate, Ceteary Methicone, Silica, Dipeptide Diamina butyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol (and) Chlorphenesin (and) Glycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Fragrance, Bisobolol, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Alpha Arbutin, C.I. 15850

The Opulence Sweet Pink Facial Mousse Cream has a better packaging than the Matte Face Cream and is also loaded with enough information about the product itself. The formula reeks of mallows which is both gentle and sweet for me. I like it in fact. The consistency, however, is mousse unlike the face cream which has a whipped-like texture although the same in shade.

This product blends so easily on skin provided that you do not put too much face cream on. It dries to a powdery finish which makes skin look so bright and glowing. It also has the ability to blur imperfections and get rid of uneven skin tone but not for a long time. After a few hours, I would need some retouch. Also, do not forget to blend it well as it tends to adhere and clump on some areas especially on skin folds and lines.

To be honest, I like using this facial mousse cream during lazy days when I want a very sheer coverage that still look so pretty and decent. For reference, I provided a swatch down below. I'm using all three products in there by the way! Look how smooth, soft and glowing it looks without any other makeup on!

Overall, I would have to say that I like these three products The Opulence Skin sent me. If I have to rank all three, I'll have the The Opulence Sweet Pink Facial Mousse Cream as my top pick! What's yours?

*prices to be updated

Skin White Classic Whitening Lotion, Advanced Power Whitening Lotion and Face Cream Powder in Light Beige

Bear with me guys, I have to make my studies my priority first. That being said, I won't promise to be as updated as I would want to because school stuff won't permit really. But I am so delighted that I have finished my three major subject reports and other activities! Yey!

Anyway, to make up with my lack of posts, today, I am going to review the products I got from Sample Room--Skin White Advanced Powerwhitening Lotion with Advanced Tri-power Technology with SPF 20, Skin White Classic Whitening Lotion with SPF10 and Skin White Advanced Whitening Face Cream Powder in Light Beige.

Skin White Advanced Powerwhitening Lotion with SPF 20

Skin White Advanced Powerwhitening Lotion with SPF 20 comes in its typical lotion bottle that is available in 50 ml (P71) 100 ml(P123.25) and 200 ml(P235) bottles. I prefer lotion in tube packaging for easy dispensing, but it's still fine though. Sample Room is really generous enough to include full-size products for their samples. Yay! Only 35 points are needed for you to avail the sample.

I have always been a fan of Skin White products. I mean, I don't think there still exists a drugstore brand that is at par with the huge amount of love I have for Skin White. I would say that I pretty much adore their Classic Moisturizer (face cream), but I like this lotion almost just the same.

First thing, the scent is nice. I can't really describe what fragrances there are but it smells fruity--the scent I like with lotions. The consistency is of average viscosity, meaning it is kinda thick in consistency, thus tends to be a little greasy on feel. Sadly, the slight heavy feeling won't go away throughout the day. It is a good thing for those with dry skin as it tends to be super moisturizing on skin. So if your main concern are your parched pelts, this could be your go-to lotion. It is affordable and gives an instant bright, radiant and healthy complexion. Note the SPF20 so you are still safe under the sun even when you don't prefer to layer sunscreen on. (But, please do not stay too long under the sun! If you can't help it, apply another layer!)

Skin White Classic Whitening Lotion with SPF 10

I believe this is the counterpart body lotion for their Classic Face Cream/Moisturizer and is infused with Light-feel Technology and Vitanourish Formula. And I fell head over heels after one application. Yes, that instant! Ito lang ang tanging instant na walang bitin. Hahah! True to its word, it gives off a light feeling so if you are afraid that your skin might look and feel dry, at the same time, greasy, this lotion will suit you. It will effectively moisturize and hydrate your skin without the heavy feeling SPF-based products imparts.It smells super nice too (like baby powders but better!) at least for me. Compared to the Powerwhitening lotion, this has a thinner consistency that can easily absorb by our skin. It also has Vitamins B5, B3, B6, C and E to nourish our skin! I love this!

When you get this at Sample Room, you would receive this at your doorstep in full-size (200 ml) for free! Apparently, you still have to pay for the shipping fee (P100-130) though pero hindi mo na maiisip yun dahil three full-size products naman ang makukuha mo! Sulit, right? Anyway, you can also avail this at all leading supermarkets, department stores and drugstores nationwide and is available in 100 ml (P72), and 200 ml (P) bottle sizes.

Skin White Advanced Whitening Face Cream Powder in Light Beige

This is not my first time trying out Skin White Face Cream Powders. I had the one in, uhm, I forgot the name of the shade but it was the light one. The one in white cream which gives a pinkisk glow. I have no idea if it still exists though. However, the pinkish undertone looks awkward on my fair but with a yellow undertone complexion. Hence, I stopped using it. Good thing, Sample Room has the Light Beige, more like a tinted moisturizer that dries into a powdery veil on top of the skin. It is super lightweight and velvety to the touch. I like it. Though it only has a very sheer coverage, the brightened complexion lasts all day.

I would say that a little would go a long way already because too much may emphasize the product clinging on the creases of the face. Swatched is provided below by the way.

This face cream powder has advanced tri-power technology that safely attcks three-stages of melanin production--blocks, suppresses, prevents with its SPF12 content. It is also loaded with synchronized whitening action and vitanourish formula like the Classic Whitening Lotion--Vitamins B3, B5, B6, C and E for intense nourishment.

So yeah, have you tried these three products? What are your thoughts? Kindly tell me below and let's talk about it! Happy blogging!

REVIEW: Pond's White Beauty Translucent Pinkish White Glow Day Creams

As promised on my Haul + Review: Best Face Creams in The Philippines post, I am now ready to share a review about Pond's White Beauty Pinkish White Glow and the one which targets acne-prone skin. It is my first time to be neither a pro or a con upon reviewing the said products as there are as many positive as there are negative things that I experienced during my two-week testing period.

First, lemme show you the products that I am talking about. I know this isn't new to you as Pond's is very well-known for its innovative products that works well for most Asian women. Nonetheless, I want to share with you, girls, my experience while using these products.

Pond's White Beauty Translucent Pinkish White Glow; PHP10

Pond's White Beauty Translucent Pinkish White Glow For Acne-Prone Skin (new packaging): PHP12.50

So yeah, these are the first products on my to-use facial creams since...well, I don't really know. It's just that I've heard lots of good as well as bad reviews about it. I actually expected a lot from it since it's one of the most famous skin care brand in the Philippines. Yet, their products just won't work for me the way I expected them to.

What I mean is that, on the very first night of using the product, upon waking up, I've noticed that small bumps/breakouts already developed (even while I use the one for acne-prone skin). I never stopped using it the same time since my friend said that, "Ganyan talaga yan sa una, magkaka-pimples ka muna" and yeah, I was persuaded to continue using the product until I can't help it. It's been months since I developed so many tiny bumps on my face and they all came back just because I've used Pond's. So there's no choice but to stop. Geez, I had to stop. Good thing, I just bought sachets or I'll end up regretting big time.

Another thing I hate about it is that, it's hard to blend! Plus the fact that you can't put on some foundation or bb creams on top of it because you'll end up having white spots on your face!

Okay...okay...maybe you're going to say "Aren't there some good points?"

One good thing I like about it is the powdery finish. My face is too oily--too oily that you can fry some eggs on top of it. But while using the product, it takes an hour or two before I notice my face gets shiny because of oil buildup. But the cream feels heavy on my face and it easily gets all sweaty especially in this humid season.

Another good thing is that after using and million times of blending and massaging the mousse-like consistency/formula on my skin, my face feels lighter, fresher, and brighter. However, during the two-weeks use, I didn't notice any spots lightening effect on my face. It just wouldn't show any significant results for it must be use continuously for months. I just hate that it caused me breakouts! Otherwise, this product will be my favorite.

Claims: Pond's White Beauty Translucent Pinkish White Glow

Claims: Pond's White Beauty Translucent Pinkish White Glow For Acne-Prone Skin

What I like?

• Powdery-finish
• With Titanium Dioxide for sun protection
• With Saffron and Ginseng
• Cheap at PHP10 and PHP12.50 per smallest sachet (also available in bigger sachets and tubes)
• Widely available
• Makes skin look bright, fresh and light

What I don't like?

• Causes breakouts (at least for me)
• Could not be worn under foundation

Let me take a selfie!

Selfie with Pond's White Beauty Day Cream on!

Share your experience here with me! Happy blogging! xx

Love, Hanna

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Day Cream Review

Hi, guys! If you read my previous post about Gluta-C Products Haul, I have promised there to put a review on each product after I've tested them myself. And now, I am ready to share to you what I think of this Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Day Cream! Sorry if it takes years, kidding.

I call myself as an avid user of moisturizers ever since, especially those whitening ones. I can still remember two years ago when I used to stay under the sun because we were practicing our Citizenship Advancement Training or CAT. It's like a military training which we were required to attend to from third year high school up to fourth year. I never used sunscreen products during those times since I am still not aware of the harmful effects the sun can give my skin. Seriously, it's like I grew up too late, I cry. Anyway, we were not allowed to put anything on our face, so that's why. And staying under the sun for at least six hours per week in two years, gave me this ugly dark face which so far has been improved due to constant usage of whitening products.

Now, you can't get me to stay outdoors without applying products that has SPF properties! Hahah! Perks of learning! :P

So the facial cream is cheaper than their night serum. Honestly, I like this product because it could be a good makeup base, however, for an oily-typed skin (like mine), I don't recommend using the Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Cream since it would make your face sweat a lot. It would leave your face with that sticky, greasy, oily feel which I really, really hate on face creams. After applying it on my face, my face feels heavy so to somehow decrease the uncomfortable feeling, I just tap on some press powder onto my face.

So this product offers whitening benefits due to its Glutathione, Root extracts, Vitamin A, C, and E contents, sun protection, anti-aging, and moisturizing factors.

Application

I wash my face with a mild soap in the morning, pat dry, and then I apply Gluta-C Whitening Toner before using Gluta-C Intense Whitening Day Cream. And tada! I'm off to somewhere!

What I like

• whitens effectively (after a month use)
• really moisturizes, best for people with normal to dry skin
• has Glutathione, Vitamin C, A, and E
• makes skin soft and smooth
• smells not too overpowering
• has SPF25 for sun protection
• widely available
• retails for only 149.75php for a 30ml tube
• comes in squeezable tube for better application

What I don't like:

• leaves my face feeling sticky probably because of the Shea Butter (I recommend to avoid using product with Shea Butter if your skin is suffering from oiliness just like me, instead use water-based products which are light on your skin)
• though having SPF properties, I wish it could be at least SPF30
• makes my face oily

So that's it guys! You might as well check out my other Gluta C products review! Happy blogging!

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Body Scrub

Gluta-C Whitening Toner

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Serum

Gluta-C Insta-White Cream

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