Honest Review on Belo Essentials Whitening Underarm Cream

Belo Essentials Whitening Underarm Cream

Bought for: Free with points | SRP: P350

From: Sample Room

I've always dreamed of having spotless, even underarm skin which is pretty much the very reason why I keep trying all these commercial products that aims to target every basic underarm concern. With Belo Essentials Whitening Underarm Cream being offered at Sample Room, I got carried away, carted it when it became available and thought of nothing because what am I losing anyway? If you would like to know my experience with this product, hope you'll stay and read until the end!

CLAIMS

Belo Underarm Whitening Cream effectively penetrates the surface of underarm skin and whitens at the cellular level with Alpha Arbutin and Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid in as fast as 2 weeks. It also effectively targets hyperpigmentation (darkening) and prevents redness (erythema) caused by habitual plucking and shaving. It's formulated lightweight and non-sticky for comfort and is expertly formulated, hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested.

PACKAGING

The product used to be in a pink container so I assume they just had to revamp the packaging–nothing's permanent, you know. The product comes in a tube container for easy dispensing of product. This kind of container also helps control the amount to use. It's overall lightweight and is perfect for traveling. All the product information you'll ever need is also printed at the back such as the product benefits/claims, suggestions, directions for use, ingredient list and expiry dates.

APPLICATION

The cream is suggested  to use with  Belo Intense White Anti-Perspirant Deodorant which I had shaken off because that did not work for me. Unfortunately, it just turned my UA situation worse. So there, I had to be honest that I did not completely follow what's suggested so I don't have any substantial proof whether or not they work well together. This blog would only focus on the underarm cream.

Application-wise, I would apply it every after wash and before I sleep. I make sure to slather a pea-sized, let it dry and wear my most comfortable clothing. I had two days off every week and so I make sure to skip deodorants and apply this product twice a day. That's more than the suggested application so dare I say I should expect a lot?

SCENT, CONSISTENCY AND EASE OF APPLICATION

The cream is pearly white in color, has a subtle fresh scent, a little runny and has the tendency to drip. I like that it's very lightweight and non-sticky though the thing that I really don't like is the fact that it takes forever to dry. I had to fan my pits and wait for minutes before I can wear a shirt. I hope Belo could re-formulate and that would make the consistency and application so  much more convenient.

PERFORMANCE

I am glad I did not pay full price for this otherwise, it would be a waste. This cream did not do what it's supposed to. As oppose to its claims, this product did not even lighten my underarms and there was totally no effect after finishing the entire container. On a lighter note, it does help in reducing  a little bit of texture on the underarms but not quite much to justify its suggested retail price. I think if you are looking for a maintenance cream, this will be okay and it could also be worth repurchasing if being sold at discounted prices. You can take advantage of their BOGO deals from time to time too.

In my case, I don't think I'll ever repurchase. I don't hate it but I'm just not seeing any other reason why I should. If the product won't work, why would I buy it? Better invest on something much more effective. To be fair, you know how I'm such a big fan of other skincare products from Belo just not the underarm whitening line. Never will I recommend it either. Others are all praises for these so I'm happy it works for them. We must take into consideration the fact the we have different skin types and we react differently to products.

I guess that's just it. Thank you so much for reading and if you have any suggestions/comments/queries, just leave them down below and I'll get back to you shortly! Happy blogging!

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Affordable Underrated Whitening Cream: Silka Papaya Whitening Pearl Cream (Review)

Silka Papaya Whitening Pearl Cream

Bought for: More or less P30/6g

Bought from: Mercury Drugstore

I am a fan of Silka Papaya Body Lotions--it has been well-loved for being a local brand that really is effective in making skin healthy and glowing. If, for one second, you think that their skin care line is limited to soaps and body lotions, well, guess what, you're thinking wrong! Oh but maybe I was just the only one who's too late for this game because I never know until just lately that Silka Papaya has pearl creams! About a month ago, Adrian and I just dropped by Mercury Drugstore one time to buy some Myra E capsules for Ate Rose and I spotted this product on the bottom shelf. See, for late bloomers like us, we're not to blame!

Claims

• Gently hides dark spots and blemishes by providing an even pearly white matte finish.
• Contains Papaya Enzyme and Vitamin B3 to help erase unwanted blemishes and whiten skin from within
• Enriched with Vitamin E to help maintain the proper moisture levels on your skin and keep it protected from pollution.

Directions For Use

Apply an even amount of Silka Papaya Whitening Pearl Cream on the face and neck. For best results, cleanse your face with Silka Papaya Facial Cleanser before applying. Use in the morning and at night.

Just what would you expect with Silka. Of course, it has notable Carica Papaya Enzymes that are rich in antioxidants and vitamins which do multitude of things for the skin. Although I'm a bit dubious as to how effective this product is knowing that the aforementioned active ingredient came in only a small percentage. I'm also wary of the Petrolatum (the largest in amount) and Wax because these are ingredients with thick consistency and has the tendency to clog the pores.

Although the box was properly labeled, it came in a sleek type of box with useful information, I find that the compact it came with is partly substandard. I mean for only less than P30, I couldn't expect a lot but I just can't help noticing. The lock isn't exactly tight, air could still pass through so I'm worried the product could get contaminated easily. Good thing, it only came in a 6 g of products so it would be easy to let it go and repurchase.

The pearl cream appears like pastel yellow for the container and reeks of a combination of fruity and floral scent I really love. I guess it could be off-putting for some who does not like strong scents, but it doesn't bother me at all. The consistency and look reminds me very much of Zale Skincare BB UV Foundation Cream with only a few differences. Both has a strong scent to it, has a thick consistency and is both effective to even out the skin tone and brighten it. I just find that Zale's much more blendable and has more moisture to the cream. This is what I'm most scared of. Because the compact container of Silka is a bit lose, the air can pass through, drying out the cream inside.

Silka Papaya Whitening Pearl Cream is a pain to blend with fingers. I noticed that it was tricky to apply and it certainly cling to dry patches if not blended quickly. Make sure to apply some moisturizer underneath to lubricate the skin prior to using this. I also found out that using a beauty blender or any soft sponges would make the job done. The softness of the sponge and the strokes makes the product melt on the skin giving you a really nice glow.

Contrary to its claim that it sets matte, this product certainly does not dry into a matte finish. It leaves a dewy layer and feels a bit greasy too. Though I would say it's pretty lightweight as if you don't have anything on. I would just suggest that if you have oily skin, set it in place with a mattifying powder as it also tends to move around. With frequent use, I guess you'll just get the hang of it. I just had to set aside the fact that it makes the skin oil up faster because my skin does not look like it's oily, it looks like it's more of the glow. It does not feel nice on when you touch your face but it certainly looks nice on the skin.

  

As you can see from the photo above, this leaves a white cast on the skin  so you really have to blend it well on your face and include the neck too. I guess that the secret is pretty much all about blending.  Don't expect for high coverage because it will disappoint. Glad that it has a yellow tone to it so I don't have to worry about it making my skin look gray and dull. I have been using this for over a month now and I can say that it is gentle on the skin and did not break me out.

 

And for the whitening claim, I don't think it makes any difference. But I would like to keep it during the days I would like to look glowing and fresh without having to put additional makeups on. I'm pretty sure pearl creams like this would really come handy especially when I'll be doing a quick errand outside and I'm just too lazy to make myself up. Just this and a tint, I'm pretty sure I'll survive!

I haven't made myself clear yet whether I like this product or not but given the fact that it's so affordable, why not. I also like products that brighten up my dull skin so I would recommend you try this out. I think it's useful for those with dry, normal or combination to oily skin types! Just make sure to moisturize and blend with a sponge! Here's an update 4 hours later, no setting powder, no retouch!

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New K-Beauty Product: Seoul White Korea Instant White Tone Up Whitening Milky Cream Review

Seoul White Korea Tone Up Whitening Milky Cream

Bought for: Free with points | SRP: P299/20g

Bought from: Sample Room

Why is it that Korean products so inventive with skin care? Just recently, I learned about tone-up creams, why they are called that way, how they are supposed to function, without even realizing I have encountered quite a lot of them since I was on my teenage years. I have already tried lots of K-beauty moisturizers that does more than moisturizing and hydrating the skin: their primary function is more on faking that bright, white complexion. Most of them comes in opaque white creamy texture that, if your have fair skin to begin with, can enhance brightness and balance skin tone which is what tone-up in Korean lingo means. I have to highlight that phrase because I find that creams like this are insanely tricky to apply--some of them might appear either awkward or natural if you're lucky. Another good example of a tone-up cream is this new Seoul White Korea Instant White Tone-Up Whitening Milky Cream which I just got from Sample Room.

Active Ingredients

This product contains a combination of three (3) potent whitening ingredients: Arbutin Bearberry (Korea's new Kojic Acid and is responsible for skin's pigmentation), White Strawberry (works in protecting the skin against sun's harmful rays and buffing away dead skin cells) and Donkey Milk (works to nourish and moisturize the skin), together with numerous ingredients working together to achieve a Korean glow.

Packaging

Housed in a slender squeeze-type tube with a combination of pink and white theme, I find that it's really chic and travel-friendly. The slim nozzle is hygienic to use and dispenses the right amount of product easily. It also displays all necessary information such as the ingredients, claims, directions a expiry dates--so those who is very curious about the product itself will definitely get something from it.

Texture, Consistency, Ease of Application

Just like most Korean tone-up creams, it comes in this opaque white whip-like texture with a subtle sweet scent. Although the cream is lightweight, there might be some tugging when you try to blend it on your face as it dries easily and the white cast is just really a pain to get rid of. This product gives off a semi-matte finish so it's friendly even to those with oily skin and to those who loves a bit of illumination without dewiness, stickiness or heavy feeling.

Performance

We all know that an almond-size amount of moisturizer is recommended to get that long-term hydration we need to combat dryness and dullness of the skin. However, I tend to limit my use into a very small dollop for the cream tends to sit on my brows and hairline and can accentuate dry patches on the side corner of my nose and mouth. Also, I don't recommend that you apply a generous amount for it creates a strong white cast due to high content of Titanium Dioxide (for brightening and sun protection). An ample amount is already enough to see that instant glow the product claims to provide. I also like the fact that sits very comfortably on the skin and does not move or crease the makeup. Since it dries matte, I think those with dry skin will find it harder to blend and heavy duty moisturizer might be necessary.

Overall Thoughts

This product is worth a try. It does not give me that wow factor but I find it economical to use. It's perfect if you are hiding the fact that you didn't have enough sleep or that if you opt for a no-makeup makeup look. It helps brighten skin overtime thought not very significant for I have used it only for 3 weeks. The best thing about it is that it didn't break me out so I'm thinking of repurchasing.

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REVIEW: Gluta-C Insta-White Cream

The first ever product from Gluta-C that I've tried is this Gluta-C Insta-White Cream. And this is the reason why I decided to buy the other Gluta-C products because it's really effective for my skin. Anyway, this is the second time that I purchased three sachets.

I first notice this little sachets when I was roaming around Watsons (SM Manila). The first thing I've noticed is the price. I was a little shocked because these three sachets retails for 59php. So it's like 20php for one sachet and it's only 7 ml in content! It's quite pricier compared to Pond's and Olay, but that time, I was intigued. Maybe it's a little expensive because it's more effective. And I was never this sure in my life that I've really noticed change in my complexion. My face became whiter and more glowing by just finishing these three sachets. I had minimal breakouts as well while I use this product! (Anyway, one sachet is good for 8 uses only as indicated.)

Gluta-C Insta-White Cream

Application:

I used to apply this twice a day after I put on Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Day Cream in the morning and Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Serum at night.

What I like:

• no harsh chemicals
• smells like green tea
• has Glutathione and Vitamin C Concentrate
• does its job well in whitening and mositurizing
• does not leave my skin sticky/oily/greasy
• very light on skin
• quickly absorbed by the skin

What I don't like:

• comes in sachets only

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

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Body Scrub

Gluta-C Whitening Toner

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Day Cream

Gluta-C Intense Whitening Facial Serum

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