Friday, August 11, 2017

Skinature Second Skin Mask Brightening in Goat Milk Review


Skinature Goat Milk Brightening Second Skin Mask
Bought for: Free | SRP: P130
From: Althea Philippines
Also available: Bird Nest and Collagen

Recently, I am experiencing breakouts again on certain areas of my face--mostly from jaw and chin going downwards to neck. I think this results from having irregular sleep and stress due to work which I can not prevent. Having a graveyard shift is not really healthy for the body so I'm trying very hard to eat properly and maintain a good diet with frequent vitamin intakes to combat fatigue and stress. I even stopped using anything on my face but my holy grail Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser to keep my skin from further breakouts, irritation and dryness. To make long story short, I thought that some mask sheet treatment would calm my face and is one of the best way to pamper myself. I, then, tried Skinature Goat Milk Brightening Second Skin Mask which Althea sent me during their 2nd birthday. For my thoughts, please keep on reading.


CLAIMS (as per Althea)

Moist Skin By Water Supply. Skin vitality care and discharge of skin waste keeps the skin healthier. It also recovers moisture balance which was broken by skin dehydration and excessive sebum secretion and soothes tired skin.

Skin Texture Improvement By Dead Skin Cell Cleaning. Lactic component in goat milk removes old dead skin cells to make the skin smooth and moist with no skin irritation.

Strong Skin By Strengthened Barrier Against External Factors. Goat Milk which contains most similar components with mother's milk, maintains the original health of the skin and helps keep the skin healthy regardless of external factors (stress, environment, etc.)

PACKAGING

The product, for me, is really cute and classy with that very simple yet neat design and matte white packaging. Inside is a well-moistened piece of mask sheet which according to them is made of 100% cellulose texture using natural cotton which makes the skin absorbs all the nutrients it has while still being compatible and non-irritant especially to those with sensitive skin due to its soft and highly adhesive properties.


APPLICATION

The mask sheet fits my face very well and is moistened enough to be left on your skin for an hour without fully drying. Even after I take the mask off from its case, I still notice that there are lots of essence left inside which I use to moisturize my neck, elbows, hands and feet. I even had a few to reapply on the mask sheet once it turned a little bit dry. To hasten the absorption, I stayed in front of the air-conditioner and dang! It feels so refreshing!

SCENT

It has a subtle floral scent which is not overwhelming.


PERFORMANCE

I haven't tried a lot of mask sheets before but among all the few brands, this one has the most lightweight formula. The product sets easily on the skin without any sticky feeling but is enough to moisturize especially those with dry skin. Usually, mask sheets leave a very greasy and sticky feeling once dried but Skinature was able to produce something more lightweight and is more suitable to those with oily skin like mine. This is still excessively moisturizing for my super oily skin, but I did not get any uncomfortable feeling which is already something so it stands out among the rest. Also, it's claim to brighten the skin is true enough and I noticed that on first use. My skin looks so hydrated, healthy and firm after using the mask (see photo below).

I told you that I am currently experiencing breakouts and using this overnight trigger even more of those dreaded infections. The nest day I woke up with a few tiny itchy cystic red bumps on my skin (those with pus!).

Sorry for my messy hair. I'm not combing it until it gets dry. :D

OVERALL THOUGHTS

I am still contemplating whether or not this is a steal considering that I get a few cystic breakouts the next day. They may or may not result from the mask though 'cause just like what I have said, I am having serious case of breakouts right now but nothing cystic. Still, if you want to try something that's even more lightweight, hydrating and brightening, you might want to give Skinature Second Skin Mask a try!

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Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Nlighten Underarm Cream Review


Nlighten Underarm Cream
Bought for: P1095
Bought from: an online shop

Just as I was shopping online, I came across this underarm cream which carries another Korean brand I have been hearing good things about -- Nlighten. We've probably heard of their best-selling soap and cushion but I didn't know they have underarm cream as well. Just in time 'cause I just emptied my favorite RMK Whitening Deodorant and according to the description, it is also a gentle anti-antiperspirant and deodorant cream. I was, at first, skeptical in getting myself a tube because it was seriously expensive (a little over P1000?) but saving time in applying a separate moisturizing underarm cream and deodorant is really promising and this simply got me sold.


CLAIMS (as per Nlighten)

Nlighten Underarm Cream is formulated with ten (10) powerful botanical ingredients, i.e. star lily, shea butter, pomegranate, mulberry, fig, ginkgo, black rice, blueberry, green tea and houttuynia cordata. This gentle anti-perspirant and deodorant cream promotes instant brightening effect and effectively helps in reducing dark spots and other visible hyper pigmentation. Through its special actives, this underarm cream helps maintain a bright and soft underarm and inhibits odor causing germs keeping you fresh and active all day long.

Formulated without Paraben, Phenoxy Ethanol, Benzophenone, Triethanolamine, Talc, Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Synthetic Pigment and SLS.


PACKAGING

The product comes in a white tube with a silver screw cap which is very travel-friendly. To be honest, I am kind of liking the whole idea of white and silver because it looks simple but neat and classy. It displays all important information such as claims, directions for use, precautions, ingredients, and even the expiration date ( printed on the bottom of the box and at the bottom of the tube. The slim nozzle dispenses the product easily and hygienically without any waste.

SCENT

The product has a bit of a floral scent which I really love. I don't think anyone would find this off-putting. It actually reminds me of something which I forgot lol.


TEXTURE / CONSISTENCY / EASE OF APPLICATION

The product comes in a creamy white formulation that blends and dries easily on the skin without any stickiness or uncomfortable feeling. It creates strong white cast once you mistakenly put too much so be careful. Also, you might want to limit application to a very small drop since it tends to set and cling on the lines of the skin which is, by the way, not a very good sight. Once you figure out the right amount to put every usage, you will be surprise because you'll notice that it brings slight brightening and softening effect on the skin without looking awkward (see photos below). I thought it will not look good on my skin since I have yellow undertones but this instantly adjusts to the complexion.



PERFORMANCE

Although this product gives instant brightening effect, it did not  give off a permanent lightening effect on my skin even after using it overtime. You might want to use this one if in case you are attending a special event and you are not confident to show off your underarms because this tends to blur out underarm imperfections and make it look so soft and smooth. Also, this slows down hair growth and prevent chicken skin from developing after waxing or shaving. The creamy formula moisturizes my underarms well and makes it look a bit more presentable lol.

What I don't like most about it is the fact that it makes my pits perspire even when I'm inside an air-conditioned room.Usually, I don't smell anything awful even without the aid of a deodorant, but whenever I use this, I always get embarrassed at the end of the day because my pits' having this unpleasant smell--I just couldn't wait to get home and take a bath.


OVERALL THOUGHTS

It has been months since I last give a product a failing score. If this product isn't as expensive as it is, I wouldn't mind forgiving all of the disappointing things about it especially it has done me something good. If you would ask me if I would repurchase, it's a no. Would I highly recommend it? Not at all.

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