Flatten That Zit Quickly With Althea Korea Spot Film Gel

Althea Korea Spot Film Gel

Bought for: Free | SRP: P240/15ml

From: Althea Korea

I rarely get huge pimples. I mean they do come very often but they are usually in small sizes and in clusters. They are hard to get rid of unless I squeeze and pop them out which isn't something I'm proud to recommend. DO. NOT. POP. YOUR. PIMPLES. Or you'll be left with more problems like scarring and blemishes and more breakouts. Whether you getting pimples because of bad skincare habits  (too much sebum and dead skin cells) or genetic factors, there's always a way out. In my case, I make sure to keep some pimple patches in my stash in case a huge spot appears out of nowhere. See, popping is not your only option!

Today, we're gonna talk about Althea's Spot Film Gel which is something I reach out so often these past few weeks because of my bad skin. As an Althea Angel, I'm given the privilege to get first dibs on Althea exclusives. They gave it to me as an insert when they sent out boxes filled with their new color makeups. So what's in it for us? Keep on reading!

CLAIMS

Another spot? Banish it like magic with Althea's Skin Relief Spot Film Gel! This zit-zapping treatment is a revolutionary formula that applies thinly onto the skin before drying down to a smooth canvas, protecting the area and allowing for makeup to be applied on without a trace! It contains tea tree oil to quickly and effectively treat acne, while a mix of Centella and pine leaf extracts calm redness, treating acne while you’re out and about. Say bye-bye to bulky, unsightly pimple patches and hello to flawless skin!

PACKAGING

Product comes in a small white and mint cardboard box which is simple but very appealing to the eyes. I like the neat packaging and I would appreciate it more if there's like an English translation of everything that's written on the box. Just thinking about it though, there isn't enough space.

The product comes in a tube and a domed cap and dispenser which is quite unique too. I'm kind of used to the pointed ones, if you know what I mean lol. Checking the expiration date, I can see that it has a lengthy shelf life.

KEY INGREDIENTS

This product is formulated with notable ingredients like Tea Tree Oil (known to treat acne because of its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties), Centella Asiatica Extract (helps revitalize skin's protective barrier) and Pine Leaf Extract (reduces inflammation and redness and is rich in antioxidants to repair skin). Aside from that, it also has Fig Fruit (great source of enriching vitamins, antioxidants and minerals), Algae (known for its therapeutic benefits and also works to hydrate, soften and detoxifies skin), Eclipta Prostrata (has potent antioxidant and skin-calming properties), Rosemary (protect skin cells from damage and works as a disinfectant) and Sansevieria Trifasciata Extracts (analgesic and antipyretic) as well as Niacinamide (improvement of skin tone), Glycerin (skin moisture booster) and Salicylic Acid (treatment of acne) in good concentrations.

HOW TO USE

Ensure the area of the skin is clean before application. Gently squeeze to dispense a small amount of product, then apply a thin, even layer onto the targeted area using either your finger or the applicator. Allow to dry completely before proceeding with makeup application. Wipe away any excess product off the applicator before replacing the cap. 

SCENT, TEXTURE AND EASE OF APPLICATION

This product smells like glue and has the consistency and texture of such. It has a clear gel texture that's quite sticky and dries down to a translucent patch very quickly. It's also easy and convenient to use as unlike other pimple patches, you can easily customize its thickness and size.

As per claim, this can be applied underneath makeup. You may think that's very smart because the patch can protect the skin from external pollutants and infection. I just don't think I'd use it for that purpose though because the patch easily comes off  just whenever you move your facial muscles. Also, you can't use a buffing brush to apply foundation because it will come off as dead skin. You have to use a sponge in a tap-tap motion to make sure the patch stays in place. Also, you can't use any matte products on top as it can be emphasized as dry skin. There's no problem using it at night because who cares how you look, right?

PERFORMANCE

So I had this huge, painful zit in the middle of my chin which happens very rare. It used to be pinkish red, painful and bulky but after four nights of continuous application, redness subsides and it's barely noticeable anymore. I also think that the product help avoid any scarring that the breakout may have caused. I am using this product whether the zit is tiny or gigantic because this film really flatten them out in no time and provides instant relief with its cooling sensation. It does not dry out breakouts overnight but I like it for it shortens healing faster than usual skincare (without spot-treating) can do.

This has become another favorite of mine and I'm glad Althea Korea made me try it. 15ml tube will surely last me a long time as a little of it goes a long way already. If you are looking for an affordable spot treatment, don't think twice and get this at ph.althea.kr for only P240. Let me know what you think once you tried it! Happy blogging!

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Quick FX Pimple Eraser Review

Quick FX Pimple Eraser

Bought for: P129

Bought from: The SM Store

Quick FX Pimple Eraser or even just the brand itself is something I have known since I was in high school. The number of products they produce are still as handful as I remembered, they haven't grown or branched out yet, but they have definitely marked the hearts of a lot of beauty enthusiasts. Their No Shine Mattifier was useful for me and just recently their Eye Lift Cream added to the list of affordable drugstore products that works.

CLAIMS, DIRECTION FOR USE, INGREDIENTS

PACKAGING

It comes in typical Quick FX packaging, very decent and neat and the tube itself is sturdy as it's made of hard plastic. I really like this type of packaging since dispensing product is hassle-free and I can conveniently bring it anywhere I go without worrying it might break or what.

Even though the tube itself is small, you can count on Quick FX to be transparent with its claims, ingredient list and also with its manufacturing and expiry dates.

SCENT

Just like most products from Quick FX, the scent is very faint, almost indistinguishable. This is perfect for those who don't like fragrances or strong scents. I prefer fragrance-free products too because those that have fragrances may cause breakouts as well.

TEXTURE, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

Product comes in an opaque white cream formula that's soft, quite thick and deceiving. Deceiving in a good way because it looks thick but doesn't feel heavy or greasy at all when applied. It gets absorbed by the skin easily while leaving a teeny bit of dewiness.

PERFORMANCE

First things first, let me tell you how I love the finish it creates on the skin. It instantly brightens up my face without leaving any white cast and it dries almost semi-matte yet a healthy glow from the skin still would peek through. It doesn't feel heavy on the skin yet it moisturizes just enough. On most days I'm lazy following my routine, I just apply this right after I hydrate with Avene Eau Thermale Spring Water and use this as both moisturizer and sunblock. Saves me time!

It's directed to use only on affected parts but I like applying it all over my face except eye area. With regular use, I noticed that the pimple scars on my jaw area and lower cheeks are slightly fading. Maybe this is also with the help of Niacinamide which works to treat and lighten dark spots.

This product claims that it has Vitamin C which, even in huge concentration, might not fully help in reversing sun damage, but since this has loads of skin benefits, who am I to complain? No matter how much Vitamin C this product has, it won't do you bad.

Even though it's infused with Salicylic Acid, I really don't think it helps dry out my pimples. Gradually, but not overnight unlike other spot treatments. If you are looking for heavy duty spot treatments, this may not work for you. What I like about this though is that it seems to prevent breakouts and if I get some (due to red days), they are relatively smaller than what's usual.

Overall, I still like Quick FX Pimple Eraser. The texture and finish are quite amazing given its price and will continue to finish my tube for maximum effects. Let me know what you think of this! Happy blogging!

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A Blemish Cream That Did Not Work For Me: Cosrx Centella Blemish Cream

Cosrx Centella Blemish Cream, 30 ml

Bought for: P650

Bought from: an online shop

I learned about CosRx because of all the rave reviews and comments on how life-changing their products are. I've honestly liked a few from their massive skin care line like like the but this one isn't just for me. I know I gave it a fair try because the moment I saw something's going wrong, I still used it religiously. There was a point when I felt I gotta stop because my skin looked awful and eventually gave it another try after a couple of weeks right after my skin calmed down. To my dismay, my skin got worse  again. I used it in conjunction with a few skincare stuff I trust (Laneige Special Care Water Sleeping Mask and Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser) so I am pretty accurate if I say where I've gone wrong. It was at that point when I knew that I'm gonna have to get rid of this.

Packaging

Just like most Cosrx products, packaging is very minimalist but you get all the information you will ever need like the directions, ingredients, caution, claims and expiry dates. I'm sure that being in a tiny jar type of packaging, it could scare away OC people. I appreciate that it comes with a tiny spatula though so I can avoid using my fingers for application. However, since you need to open the entire tub whenever you use it, the wide brim could still serve as a pathway for bacteria making the spatula useless after all.

The ingredient list is very promising. It has a lot of natural ingredients that are known to battle acne and blemishes. The product could even soothe and calm the skin with the gentlest ingredients you can even think of. I wasn't expecting a lot from it though because it has Tea Tree Oil which my skin didn't like at all. When use in slightly large dosages, instead of calming my skin, it would even cause flare ups. As you can tell, Tea Tree is just a tiny percentage given its almost at the bottom part of the list but using it in conjunction with other Cosrx products infused with Tea Tree as well might be the reason why it fails to do what it's supposed to my skin.

Texture, Consistency and Ease of Application

The cream has sort of like a whipped texture, bouncy and creamy to the touch. I like that its very lightweight and gets absorb by the skin easily. A tiny jar with 30ml of product inside might be impractical for a 600-peso product (or more) but once you get to try it, you'll figure out its worth it. A little of the cream goes a long way. It's even advised to be used as a spot treatment so you don't have to apply it all over your face. I have tried this product for more than a month and I barely made the cream down to three-fourth of the tub.

The creams feels luxurious. If there's such a thing like you're feeling the luxury you paid for a cream, you get that sensation while applying it. It felt so soft and hydrating and the skin will absorb the cream very easily without any greasiness. It just felt so comfortable given that I have oily skin.

This product has a faint scent to it. I can't really describe thoroughly but it has that trademark scent of most Cosrx products, Tea Tree, but it reminds me more of a soda-ish scent.

Now for the verdict, I don't think I'll ever repurchase this cream ever again. It basically claims to be a highly concentrated spot cream that helps lighten post-blemish marks, treating sensitive stressed-out skin. For one thing, it didn't drastically made an improvement on the appearance of my existing and new blemishes. They are still as obvious as ever, probably because I haven't given this cream enough time to lighten them. I could have, believe me. What made me decide to stop was the fact that it causes surface bumps and whiteheads to appear in cluster wherever I apply this treatment. They weren't pus-filled or bigger than usual but breakouts will always be breakouts. Instead of waiting for my blemishes to lighten and eventually become out of sight, don't you think it's crazy to tolerate this cream to create more future blemishes? I wouldn't wait for that to happen.

Just to be fair, a lot of beauty enthusiasts are raving about this product. All of the products I have tried from Cosrx are surely gentle. They don't sting or dry out my skin which is great. I just don't like that most of them has Tea Tree because ever since, most Tea Tree-infused products worsen my skin. I can only count in one hand how many of those with Tea Tree works for me. I haven't found a single product with this particular ingredient that does its job in eliminating breakouts and blemishes completely right up to this date. Maybe Tea Tree is just too strong of an oil for my skin.

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The Best and Worst in AcneCare Skincare Line: Anti-Acne Soap, Anti-Acne Toner and Acne Drying Lotion Reviews

AcneCare Anti-Acne Soap (P149)

AcneCare Anti-Acne Toner 100ml (P149)

AcneCare Acne Drying Lotion (P299)

*BUY ALL for P448 with free body scrub

I can't tell when was the last time I really had clear skin after months of using my favorite products from Bioessence. Ever since, I've been looking for perfect combos to complement my skin type characterized with super oily skin, large pores and is prone to pimples. While I was doing my regular Shopee browsing, I came across these products from AcneCare which have been widely popular for acne-prone gals out there. I have also read tons of positive reviews which eventually persuade me to buy the set instead of just road-testing one by one. I mean if skincare comes in a set, you have to use everything in conjunction with each other for optimum results, right? That makes sense. Lol, I sound like I was just trying to make a reason for splurging!!! Uhm sort of.

Anyway, without further ado, let's get to the point!

Acne Care Anti-Acne Soap

Fortified with (1) Ace-B3 which is a powerful antioxidant to fight off infrared heat, hyperpigmentation and premature aging, (2) Tea Tree Oil  which is known as an anti-bacterial product that prevents breakouts and infections and soothes the skin and (3) Bio Sulfur which is known at being amazing at busting infections and bacteria. For more information about their skin benefits, please see box below.

So basically, AcneCare Anti-Acne Soap got everything mainly to  prevent acne and remove excess oil which contributes to acne formation on the skin. 

I have been using the set for about 3 weeks now and to be honest, I couldn't go on using this soap anymore, just a spoiler. First off, the soap has a faint Tea Tree scent and creates suds enough to clean the face and remove all gunk and dirt which is a good thing. It's glycerin-based too so you will get the kind of look and feel you expect for the bar--almost translucent, silky and squashy when left in a wet area for a long time. This made me think that it's non-drying. I've long lost my interest in using products that suck the moisture out of my skin. However, much to my dismay, this soap is too drying as I didn't expect. It gives that tight, rough feeling you get when your face is overly-cleansed. The first few days that I am using this, my skin felt some stinging sensation every time I go over my post-cleanse products. This usually happens when my skin is severely dry from the cleansing.

I guess the drying part is just part of its job as it does dry the whole top layer of my skin including existing breakouts. Just two to three washes and they would be gone. Still, I wouldn't opt for a drying soap if it would affect my entire face.

Acne Care Anti-Acne Toner

Okay, here's to my favorite from the set. Although I find its claims vague when it says "...infused with 3 powerful ingredients..." when I tried looking everywhere as to which ingredients it was talking about but to no avail. I did make a guess though. After all, there weren't too much ingredients to choose from. Could it be Glycerin, Cinnamon Bark Oil and MicroSilver? I never knew Micro Silver can be a part of skincare just until I had this toner. I wouldn't doubt it though, if there's gold-infused products, silver-infused wouldn't be impossible.

The packaging is very appreciated because it has loads of necessary information on it. Although the black theme looks manly, I wouldn't mind displaying it on my vanity lol. The scent of the product is almost indistinguishable but it has a very faint metallic scent to it probably because of the Silver. Other than that, it smells nothing in particular which is a good thing as it's fragrance-free. Sometimes, my skin reacts to heavily fragranced skincare products too.

I apologize for not making it too obvious but up close, you will see that it has specks of Silver inside. If haven't made it a hobby to check product information first, I would think my toner is dirty inside.  But of course, those are silvers!  Just how luxurious would it feel every time you're putting it on, huh? Don't worry, 100ml of product wouldn't break the bank!

One thing I find unique about the toner is that it has more texture to it than regular toners which are watery. The toner is silky probably due to the Glycerin and is comparable to texture of essences. It is indeed very moisturizing. I like that it compensates for the soap, giving my skin a surge of moisture it deserves. It's gentle on the skin and doesn't sting. On lazy days, I tend to skip moisturizer as long as I have this on. It' surprisingly moisturizing for an acne toner.

I though it's worth mentioning and I'm confident to say this but both the toner and soap does not really prevent too much sebum production. I am still as oily as I can get but I like how my skin feels soft and supple every time I apply this toner. After I stopped using the soap, this toner still works well with every skincare product I own. This is the very first product from AcneCare that I have tried and from the first day onward, my face became clearer and breakouts were less especially during that time of the month.

AcneCare Acne Drying Lotion

AcneCare Acne Drying Lotion reminds me very much of Mario Badescu Acne Drying Lotion. For those who do not know the drill yet (which I doubt hehe!), you have to use a cotton swab to scoop up the light pink formula from the bottom and then apply it everywhere that needs to be spot-treated. For me, the effect is just the same. There weren't much difference between the two other than the fact that the latter's way more expensive. If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to Mario Badescu Acne Drying Lotion though, this is for you. You can buy it at a fraction of MB's price and you get way more product!

Spot-treat is really not an option for me because it's just an additional step to skincare when I can simply use a cream or toner that does the job in drying out existing breakouts. Other than that, the pink sediments at the bottom, though dries within seconds, transfer to sheets when I oil up during sleeping. If the acne/pimples is huge enough for a soap or toner to handle, that's when I resort to Acne Drying Lotions. So far, I only had three not-so-huge breakouts this month (thanks to the AcneCare Anti-Acne Toner and Laneige Special Care Water Sleeping Mask) and that was when I had the opportunity to use this product. It effectively flattens them right away after two applications. Spot treatments like this really work for me and they may even come more handy especially when I have a special event to go to the following days.

Overall Thoughts

Just like most skincare sets/lines, there are really products that would stand out. In my case, my top pick would be the Anti-Acne Toner because of how moisturizing it is. I am neutral about the Acne Drying Lotion and dislike the Anti-Acne Soap. Nonetheless, we all have different skin types and we may react differently to products but it's all based on our preferences.

If you would like to purchase this set, it's available at all leading drugstores nationwide or you can purchase online by clicking here. You may use the code HANNA226 for P100 off your first purchase.

*These products are self-bought. Using the code above will not earn me any commission or does not mean any affiliations with either the issuing company or the brand itself other than the 50 Shopee coins/points for using the referral code.

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Mario Badescu Drying Lotion Review

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

Bought for: included in a kit | SRP: P1,200

Bought from: Sephora Philippines

Here's a review to one of the most acclaimed products of Mario Badescu, the MB Drying Lotion which I bought together with some other products from their Acne Repair Kit. I did not include them in a single review post because there's a slight difference on the frequency of use. Unlike the Acne Facial Cleanser and Special Cucumber Lotion, I only use the drying lotion during the times where I need to spot treat some pesky zits that suddenly surfaced on my skin.

If you have been visiting my blog for quite a while, you probably know by now that I have super oily skin and you know what should come next right? Most of us girls who have oily skin are prone to pimple and acne breakouts. Sad truth. No matter how hard I try to get rid of them by using good skin care religiously, I just can't take out the fact that I'm always suffering from breakouts. Good thing, my Acne Repair Kit comes with this famous drying lotion which I come running to every time I'm bothered with breakouts. Without further ado, let's get to details!

Claims, Ingredients, Directions for use, etc

Claims (as per Rustan's)

The Drying Lotion is a fast acting, effective acne spot treatment. Formulated with salicylic acid, calamine and other quick-drying ingredients, this product will shrink ugly whiteheads virtually overnight while you sleep. While other acne spot treatments can irritate and dry delicate or sensitive skin, this product is safe and effective for all skin types. 

Packaging

The product comes in a small glass bottle which is obviously scary to bring during travels. This is why I make sure to pack it properly using a pouch with built-in foam or soft dividers inside so in case I accidentally throw the pouch or put something heavy over, it's safe. I like the fact that it looks very clinical and has all necessary information like claims, ingredients and directions for use although in reality, I find the packaging unhygienic. Why?

Upon use, you have to dip cotton swabs on the solution to get the pink sediments settled at the bottom. It's not like one dip is enough especially if you have several zits, so it's either you waste several cotton buds or dip the same swab on the product multiple times to get the required amount to cover all unnecessary breakouts. Either way, this is so inconvenient.

It is indicated that one bottle has 29ml inside but since you don't care about the white solution, realistically, you are only getting, what, 8 ml? No need to worry though. I'm pretty sure it would still last you a long, long time since you only need a very small amount for each bumps.

How To Use:

Do not shake solution. Dip a cotton swap into pink sediments. Dab onto surface blemishes and let dry overnight. Do not use on broken skin. Do not apply to eye area. In case of contact with eyes, rinse well with water. Don't worry if you accidentally shake the solution. Just leave it on a flat surface overnight and you'll notice that sediments will automatically set at the bottom.

Texture and Ease of Application

I found some pictures of this product--some with clear white solutions, others with amber-coloured liquid. Which one is real? Though I don't want to doubt this product since I bought it straight from Sephora. Maybe weather condition is a factor or maybe MB has changed the solution over time. I don't have any idea. The product I got comes with white solution which reeks strongly of alcohol and pink sediments which is what you need to put on your skin. You actually don't have to wait overnight to let it dry because it instantly dries up in a matter of few seconds. If you don't mind sleeping with pink spots on your skin, you'll like it. If you don't, take this as a warning. Nevertheless, it dries matte and powdery so you won't feel it is there.

Performance

This products reeks strongly of chemicals that it's made of--mainly alcohol and camphor. Aside from these, this bottle contains a few hardworking ingredients that have the main purpose of drying out existing pimples and acne on the skin. I use it just almost anywhere I'm seeing bumps and the next day, I wake up with them looking smaller and smaller each day. It's easy to tell how fast-acting this solution is because it dries up my pimples in just three uses. I would love this even more had it prevent scars from occurring but sad to say, no.

Upon use, there's a slight tingling and cooling sensation which goes away once the product has fully dried up. Don't use it near or on broken skin as it might sting real bad.

Overall Thoughts

If you are needing something on emergency situation, say it's your graduation tomorrow, this is a really cool product to use. Mario Badescu is effective in drying out existing breakouts but it's a bit heavy on the budget. I'm not super satisfied though because it does nothing beyond what it's meant to do. It does not work an extra mile, I guess. I was just not in the mood to rave about it because I know something which works better for me--dries clear, prevents pimples from occurring and is priced more affordably. But then again, we have different skin types and it does not mean that if something works for everyone, it works for me as well.

Do let me know about your thoughts on Mario Badescu Drying Lotion, alright? Until next!

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Pimple Gone With Purederm Cooling Hydrogel Acne Treatment Gel Patches? Yes or No?

Purederm Cooling Hydrogel Acne Treatment Gel Patches

Bought for: Free | SRP: more or less P100?

From: Purederm

It was not too long ago when I suffered from breakouts due to stress from lots of school works, poor eating and sleeping habits (thank goodness, I'm a graduate now!) and whatnot. Sounds familiar? Even though you take care of your skin too much, there are still lots of factors that could stir up acne. Don't blame yourself, sweeties, things like these happen lol. It's not as if you know when you will develop zits, right? The best thing you can do right now is to give it some extra care and treatment that will surely work.

Here's just few things I'd like you to take note of! First, do not touch the inflamed areas especially with your dirty hands. Second, do not rub too much especially when washing the face. Be careful not to pop zits and make them swell even more!!! Third, treat them with effective pimple-fighting products. Last month, I was introduced to Purederm Cooling Hydrogel Acne Treatment Gel Patches and it became one of my current staple in skin care.

PACKAGING

The patches are housed inside small silver packets which are so convenient to bring anywhere. a single packet has 10 patches inside which is quite handy. These packets are to be found in a bulky box which I keep on wondering why Purederm has to make this quite enormous that even 20 packets could fit inside!

Each box is simply designed with loads of information such as descriptions/claims, how to use, storage, ingredients, expiry and manufacturing dates. Look! It even has the actual size of patches displayed at the back!

DIRECTION

I apply these patches (once a day before before sleeping) on affected areas after cleaning my face, once everything's been fully absorbed. I just get patches depends on how many zits I need to cover and keep the rest tightly sealed after using to secure the product.

SCENT

The product has an unnoticeable scent to it or is barely-there so you won't have a hard time adjusting to it if you are very sensitive to scents.

PERFORMANCE

As you can see, the patches are flesh-colored but still noticeable on the skin. The other side has a clear gel-like texture which has the active ingredient to soothe pimples, I believe. It is also a bit sticky so it would adhere to the skin instantly. If you don't like sleeping while looking crazy, you might not like the idea of these patches, kidding hehe. This product has no cooling effect on skin just like what's on its name so I was kinda disappointed. The adhesives is a bit of a turn off because I always end up waking up losing all the patches on my face. Sometimes, I would just be surprised 'cause there are patches underneath my bed or along the pillow cases. The best advise I can give you is to behave while sleeping so they won't fall out lol.

The first time I use it I had four average-sized zits on my face (as you can see on the photo below). I applied the patches at night and I was really surprised that the swelling reduces the next day and the size look smaller as well without excessive drying. I thought that maybe they worked since it's my first day but on the third day, my zits were all dried up!

Sorry for the ugly, naked face lol

OVERALL THOUGHTS

I am glad I was able to use this product. It comes very handy especially whenever I have sudden breakouts but I have to go attend something important the next day. I highly recommend it to everyone since it effectively soothes breakouts and is easy to use. Effect is pretty fast as well. It's reasonably priced and is widely available in department stores, drugstores and other leading supermarkets nationwide!

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Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel Review

Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel

Bought for: 100pts | Original Price: P170+

Bought from: Sample Room

Yeehoo! Another thrifted item I got! Well, not literally thrifted, just the amount I paid since Sample Room always allow us to purchase products from their sites for free though you have to pay a small amount for the shipping fee.

Anyway, I finally got Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel, something I have been eyeing since I saw it from a printed advertisement. I believe this is one of the recent breakthroughs of Pond's, isn't it? If you know me well, then you know how my skin got worse before when I tried Pond's products. I know I can't seem to learn but I really wanted to give it a shot as it claim to remove pimples for as fast as three days. Swear, if you have terrible pimple breakout like me, you couldn't be more desperate. And, what else to lose, right?

The product is stored in a matte plastic tube which is so plain like that. Before you throw the box, read all information first as you will see none in the actual tube. I honestly appreciate how it looks simple yet clinical. I always can't accept info-less packaging but this could be an exemption. It also has a pointed nozzle to dispense proper amount of product without exposing the lot, preventing unlikely particles from entering the container.

The product has a gel-like consistency, very similar to spot treatments. However, I like using it on the wholeness of my face as it claims to prevent future breakouts and I tend to get zits anywhere on my face, sucks right?

I would like to be very particular with the scent of this product. It is strongly-scented which I hate big time because I tend to break out more if my skin is fed up with too much fragrance. I do not really experience any irritation or tingling sensation but it triggers rashes on my face--small spots which are unnoticeable until you really touch it. Sadly, I had the same experience with Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel.

This product claims to have "Unique Lock & Clear Technology targets acne at the root and help protect skin from future break-outs. Clinically proven to reduce acne when used daily with the facial foam."

I wonder if this really should be used together with the facial foam to ensure maximum benefits. Yet, I had terrible cases with Pond's facial foams before so I can't really agree with that idea. I still like products that can stand alone, you know.

For those who are particular about a product's ingredients (like me!), I took a photo for you. I was glad spotting the Glycerin and Salicylic Acid on it because I have good experience with it. They, in fact, helped me get rid of my pimples before without drying my skin. Unfortunately, the good effects were halted when I ran out of that soap with glycerin and salicylic acid on it. I did not plan to repurchase ahead of time and so I somewhat lose the 'hiyang' factor.

I wouldn't really recommend Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel to you, guys, but I heard a lot of nice feed backs from loyal Pond's consumers. It is just so very unfortunate of me that Pond's does not suit my skin type and I guess, it will be forever be on the list of my epic fails in terms of my beauty routine. Though it claims to cure and prevent pimples, it just does not work for me. With this, I would not be definitely repurchasing and continue to be more skeptical when using Pond's products.

However, I would like to highlight that what does not work for me will not also work on you. Always remember that we all have different skin types which reacts differently to different products. But if you like spot treatments that can also be a lightweight moisturizer, this product can be for you. It dries to a lightweight finish, none of those sticky, greasy residues.

So I just shared my thoughts about Pond's Acne Clear Anti-Acne Leave-on Expert Clearing Gel. Have you tried it? C'mon and share yours too! Let's talk in the comment box below! Happy blogging!