Showing posts with label Oil. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Oil. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

REVIEW ON HUMAN NATURE OVERNIGHT ELIXER

HUMAN NATURE OVERNIGHT ELIXER

Beauty oil has become quite an important skincare items now especially for mature skin (30 and above).  In contrast to what most people think, beauty oil does not clog pores.  I mean beauty oil that are specially made as skincare products.  Of course I don't mean those cooking oil because cooking oil and beauty oil are two totally different things.

Beauty oil contains ingredients to help with moisturising the skin and also help in healing without clogging the pores.  So, cooking oil and beauty oil are not the same.

Overnight elixer is Human Nature first product is in PRESTIGE skin care range, it's made with pure botanical active oils such as elemi oil, lavender oil, rosehip oil and sunflower seed oil - basically the best of the best! It comes with a dosing pump and instructions on how to massage on to your skin to get maximum results. See the difference in as little as one week! You'll see skin that is softer, more luminous, with a more even complexion and with better resistance against breakouts and irritation.


Ingredients: Elemi (pili) oil, Lavender essential oil, Naturally-derived triglycerides, Passionfruit seed oil (Passiflora edulis), Rosehip oil, Rosemary extract, Soybean oil, Sunflower oil, Tocopherol (natural Vitamin E), Organic avocado oil, Rosemary essential oil



 HUMAN NATURE OVERNIGHT ELIXER


HUMAN NATURE OVERNIGHT ELIXER

I got two vials of the overnight elixer which I can say smell so nice, I keep sniffing the bottle since I like the smell of rosemary very much.  The oil has medium texture.  It is not watery nor too thick.  Once the oil absorb into the skin, I can really feel that my skin is much plump and well moisturised.  No greasy feeling left on the skin.  So, don't worry that one will wake up with oily face.  My skin texture is very much softer than without using the oil.  I think Overnight Elixer would work great for mature skin to reduce the fine lines and wrinkles =) .  If you are asking if it works to get rid of pimples or acne-I don't think it does but it will sure reduce the scars (not those holes)  and reduce redness.

I find that using a few drops is enough for the whole face and neck =) . So, a bottle of 30ml will last more than 3months.  It is indeed an item for those who like beauty oil.
 HUMAN NATURE OVERNIGHT ELIXER

My dark circles and eye bags is reduced but of course it is not some plastic surgery where it can get rid of eyes bags in just few days.I think it is because my eyes' fat pocket is just too big and it is genetic. XP

I tried Marula Oil before and this is the cheaper version of it.  It similar to Marula Oil but different in texture and smell.  I do like beauty oil and I think both works great on my skin.  My fine lines is reduce and I think it might help with reducing wrinkles in long run.  Human Nature product are 100% natural so do not worry about it containing any harmful ingredients for your skin.



Purchase the elixir with any facial care bundle and you'll get RM30 off each bottle (limited to 2 bottles per order)! Discount is deducted automatically at checkout but remember to sign in with a username or password in order to enjoy the special price.

Products retails at rm129.90 for 30ml at Down to Earth Made in Philippine.
For more information, please visit official website Down to Earth Facebook and official website. Product are sponsored by Down to Earth. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Here is the direct link to the product http://downtoearth.com.my/stuff-for-face/new-overnight-elixir-30ml.html

Monday, June 9, 2014

REVIEW ON HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL


Hi readers,
I have been curious about this product and thus choose to try this out when there are so many products in the Down to Earth website.  Yes, I know I am also just like most of you.  My eyes and my rational thinking will be thrown out of the window the moment I see skincare beauty products especially when their products are generally very affordable and they are all 100% natural.  I understand that most natural products out there are generally more expensive but here I am reviewing another products but equally good and kind for your pocket too. =)

HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL
HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL BOTTLE

Quick Overview
Our #1 bestselling product.... 21 beauty miracles in one bottle!

Packed with vitamins A, D and E. Perfect for getting rid of those dark under-eye circles, or run a drop through your hair for extra shine. You can even use it as a gentle but effective eye makeup remover, or to erase those stretch marks. It can soften cuticles or moisturize your soles. Great for lightening scars or pimple marks. Yeah, seriously. And the list goes on

The finest oil distilled until the molecules cant get any smaller, so they dont clog your pores. It's almost as light as water!

Natural Ingredients:Sunflower oil

HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL
HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL-CAN YOU SEE THE HEART SHAPE SEAL?

I know it sound so much like the Bio Oil, Palmer's oil or NUXE oil right?

It would be a lie if I told you that it is a miracle so that is why I had not use this word on any skincare products.  It works but I think more for dry skin type especially to soften the lips, body, soles and dry hair ends.

This is a handy product to carry especially when you are travelling.  The bottle is very light and there is a sticker that would leave a stain the moment you tear it off.  It actually very pretty to specially design it be in form of heart shape =).  Becareful when you press on the pump since the oil may just 'shoot' off.  It happens with me O_o . *clumsy*

The oil smell just like sunflower oil and it is a little yellowish so there is nothing special about it.  The uniqueness of this oil lies in the texture.  The oil absorb into the skin fast leaving no trace of oil on the skin. It has the texture of essence which is runny and watery.  No sticky feeling afterwards. So, it is good for those who dislike oily feeling.  On the hair, it will make the hair soft and tame down all those hairs.  You could use it to protect the hair from hair dryer.

HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL
can you see the differences?

HUMAN NATURE SUNFLOWER BEAUTY FACE OIL

My lips is so dry that it is full with cracks and applying this help reduces the condition.

I tried it on my eyes area and it doesn't cause oil of anything of that sort.  Instead it help with the fine lines I have around my eyes.=) I like to use to the sunflower oil to moisturise my lips at night instead of petroleum jelly.  It works the same as petroleum jelly.  No greasy feeling or weird taste for sure.

You could use it as body oil since it is doesn't make your skin greasy.  Very good to moisturise the skin.  One bottle could last you very long and the price is sure affordable.  This Human Nature sunflower beauty oil is different from the cooking sunflower oil.


Products retails at RM22.90 for 50ml at Down to Earth website. Made in Philippine.
For more information, please visit official website Down to Earth Facebook and official website. Product are sponsored by Down to Earth. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Here is the direct link to the product http://downtoearth.com.my/stuff-for-face/sunflower-beauty-oil-50ml.html

Sunday, May 18, 2014

REVIEW ON HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO


This is the first time I stumbled upon a brand that offer 100% natural product and is very kind to my wallet *YES*! I would really recommend this brand if you do love natural product and it is surprisingly works very well too =) . Their products are animal cruelty free, 100%natural products and PETE.

HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO front

HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO back



HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
ingredient list
Here is the list of ingredients. It is made from natural products and no harmful ingredients. The fragrance is from natural oil. The shampoo smell nice and it is not chocking on me at all. It does smell a little like lychee or pamelo but I just couldn’t figure it out the exact scent.

HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
HUMAN NATURE NATURAL CLARIFYING SHAMPOO liquid -very watery


Before I start telling you how amazing this shampoo is to my hair, I would like to just update my scalp type and hair type. I have very oily scalp and normal hair. So, the problem with my hair is it gets oily fast. For this type of hair, it is best to use clarifying shampoo but not on daily basis as it will disrupt the scalp barrier.



If you're a fan of hair styling products like mousse, gels and serums, you'll love our new clarifying shampoo! It's our foamiest shampoo yet with a clean, fresh fragrance. Use just twice a week instead of your regular shampoo to remove residue and build up from hair products. Make sure you're getting a conditioner to use afterwards. You'll feel an extra deep clean like never before!

Key Natural Ingredients Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis), Betaine, Naturally-derived glucosides, Anisic acid






The bottle is really very simple and white. It is non slippery type of bottle.



The shampoo is colourless and really very watery. However, do not look down upon it. The shampoo sure lathered up very well. I get a lot of foam just from a little amount of shampoo. It cleanses my scalp really well and to my surprise there is no residue left on my hair. Love the pampered feeling of the calming smell of the shampoo. The effect of having clean, oil free scalp lasted for three days which is marvelous because normal shampoo couldn't stop my scalp from being greasy when the sun sets. That is how greasy my scalp is.

This shampoo cleanses my hair really well and this is super cheap considering that it is only RM24.90 for 200ml! Normal clarifying shampoo normally cost more than that! I will sure buy this again once I finish my bottle of shampoo.

Here is the results =)
my hair is really clean after the wash

Head over to Down to Earth website to purchase affordable 100% natural products.



Products retails at RM24.90 for 200ml , RM46.90 for 500ml at Down to Earth website. Made in Philippine.
For more information, please visit official website Down to Earth Facebook and official website. Product are sponsored by Down to Earth. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Here is the direct link to the product http://downtoearth.com.my/stuff-for-hair/new-100-natural-clarifying-shampoo.html

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

REVIEW ON SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE


Hi everyone, how is life treating you? If you are having stress and to add to that wound , having serious breakout, I can feel you! I really dislike it when I am suppose to look awesome and then suddenly a few zits on the face! Aren't you feeling the same as I do?

I was just out of all sort of acne products and this Shills Mandelic Acid essence just arrive to help me with my those pesky pimples that I think this product is seriously amazing awesome!!! It works fast too if you are using it correctly. I will tell you the do and don't later at the end of this post.


I have been having serious breakouts on the jaw line and it is that same part because I keep on pinching and hurting that area too much. I know, I just can't help it especially when I feel a bump on face during washing face with cleanser XP. I don't even know how my fingers gets to that bump =(.



front of the box






Mandelic Acid Skin Renew Essence


What is it?
Renew skin with 20% of Mandelic Acid
Exfoliates dead skin cell
Anti-bacteria to fight acne skin
Prevent uneven skin tone & freckles
Vitamin E for scar lightening
Non sticky formula


Benefits:
7 days reduce inflammation & redness
14 days visible scar lightening & less acne
Tighten pores
Skin becomes spotless, smooth& radiant
14 days money back guarantee

Apply a few drops onto whole face or on acne area after toner.
Follow by hydrating skin care products.
Minor peeling effect will occur. (normal as a skin renew process)
Avoid using whitening products & AHA products.
Need a lot hydration care.
SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
side of the box

SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE INGREDIENTS
side of the box-list of ingredients

SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
tops of the box and inside the box

SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
Shills mandelic acid renew essence bottle. The bottle is made from black glasses so becareful

SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
the Shills seal to show that it is original Mandelic Acid skin renew essence
SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
the dropper with the colourless essence

I like the packaging very much.  It is looking so much like cosmeceutical products.  The black glass bottle is to protect the active ingredients from getting destroy from the sunlight! There is the dropper to control the amount of essence use and for hygienic purposes.

Mandelic acid is one type of the chemical light peel for skin =)  .  It is just like those salicylic peel, enzyme peel and glycolic peel on skin.  So, it is really mild on skin but one can still obvious effect on the skin.

Since it is in form of essence, it work and it wouldn't be too strong until our skin couldn't take it.  The essence smells flowery and does not smell anything acidic at all.  The smell disappear once the essence get absorb into the skin.  I love the smell very much.  Absorbtion rate is really fast

DO's and DON'T
1.  The products is actually very effective on its own so DO NOT use any AHA (alpha hydroxy) , BHA (salicylic)or retinol products when you are using Shills Acid skin renew essence.
2.  Please follow the instruction properly.  Use a hydrating serum or hydrating moisturiser.  NO pore minimizing, oil control moisturiser at NIGHT with this Shills mandelic acid!  Mist is NOT ENOUGH.
3.  NO SCRUB on you face.
4.  USE the Shills mandelic acid only at night.  ONE or TWO drops for an area. (cheeks, forehead, nose+chin).  DON'T USE TOO MUCH.
5.  During day, make sure you wear sunscreen or block and best to use some hydrating products if your skin feels dry.

This is an essence but it is in form of oil.  The oil is colourless and will just soak into the skin like water.  That is why it is called essence.  Seriously, I don't even need to massage the essence or anything.  It just disappear into thin air immediately leaving no trace at all.  Seriously, no even a hint of oil on the skin!  So, don't let the essence on your palm for more than 2seconds or else you would need to use more.  I use about one drop for one area so 3-5 drop is enough for the whole face.  I think one bottle could last me 3 months.

When I am using this Shill Mandelic Acid Skin Renew Essence, I don't even have bumps on my face!  It prevent the skin from having those bumps for even appearing which is super amazingly considering that it is just a drugstore product!

The results?  My skin is super super smooth after few days of usage.  On the first day, my acne is already disappearing and healing.  The skin texture is also turning to feel smooth.  This is one of the product that I will put in my list for acne prone skin that is a SURE MUST TRY product.  Just remember to really follow the instruction and the "Do and Don't"  .


Here is the results =)
SHILLS MANDELIC ACID SKIN RENEW ESSENCE
results for four days =)
Can you believe the results?  Redness was gone immediately on the second day and the acnes shrunk by day four.  I think this is one product that many had overlook and it sure deserve more love =) .  As for the price, I think it is worth and cheaper since one can use it for 3months and IT WORKS!  What else can you ask for it?  Oh, gosh.  I keep saying how amazing it is but it really does works.  YES, I will buy this again =).

I can say the claims that Shills said about Shills Mandelic Acid skin Renew Essence is true and not just some gimmick to lure or cheat customers.


Product, Shills renew acid skin renew essence 30ml retails at Rm129 .  You could buy from Shills website , Shills outlet, Sasa outlet or online website such as Hermo and HiShop.

For more information, please visit Shills official website . Product is sponsored but I am not paid for my review.  The opinions expressed here are my own and truly honest as always.


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Tuesday, September 17, 2013

REVIEW ON LEMONGRASS HOUSE ROSE ABSOLUTE BATH OIL




Enjoy a relaxing bath with our Bath Oils it helps draws out impurities , soothes and revive tense muscles. With a blend of Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Green Tea Extract and Vitamin E.
Lemongrass house products are natural products and they are handmade.

The bottle is so cute and pretty =)  .  It look much like bottle of drink.  The bath oil that will immediately disperse once it touches the water making the whole room smell like a garden of roses.  If you are one that like roses, this would the smell that you would mostly like.  They do have other bath oil such as blue chamomile, lavender, lemongrass and jasmine.

Since I do not have bath tub at home, I just pour two spoon of oil into the pail and bath with it.  They smell just so great that I don't want to leave the tiny cubicle.  It act as good moisturiser too.  Rest assure that it won't leave you feeling any oily or grease at all.  In fact, my skin just feel moisturise and scented lightly with rose.

I also used them to soak my feet in and they are just so relaxing =)  .  I feel like a princess in a garden of roses.

I think this is just great for a DIY spa at home.


Here is the list of ingredients:
sweet almond oil,jojoba oil,green tea extract, rose absolute, polysorbate, vitamin E
Sulphate free and paraben free

I have no idea where to find this in Malaysia.  However, you can find this in Thailand or Singapore.

Lemongrass house house rose absolute bath oil are made in Phuket.
Products retails SGD 21 for 250ml.
For more information, please visit official website lemon grass house .
This is not a sponsored product.  However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Thursday, September 5, 2013

REVIEW ON DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E

Actually, I have never heard of Dermafal until I got this sheep placenta serum complex with squalene& vitamin E. Apparently, there are many who are raving about this placenta serum.  Yes, sheep placenta for real.  I was very down and depressed that I might have to kill sheeps just for my skincare but after talking with friend, it is fine since it is consider "waste" or the mother sheep will eat it.  I thought that the serum will come bloody but that is all just my imagination. Oh, this product is certified Halal.  Since this is the first time I get requested for a blog review, I have decided to put this post my first priority.  Thanks =)  . Now, I do know that there are people who read my blog's post.
DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E


DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E





Dermafal products contain:
-Anti-aging properties
Containing 30 kind of amino acids, peptides, vitamins, saccharides, nucleic acids, hundreds of mineral, enzymes and growth factors.  These are essential to activate and regenerate fibroblast cell which ultimately bringing benefits on skin firming, elasticity, wrinkles reduction, lightening freckles & rejuvenate dull skin cells.

-Reverses sun damage
Containing humectant factors that attract and hold water molecules to the skin. The presence of moisture is important for glowing and youthful skin.
Humectant is also effective in preventing moisture loss after prolong exposure to sunlight and air-conditioning.

-Assists in recovery
Containing peptides & growth factors that provide relief and faster recovery from UV damage, erythema (redness), edema (swelling), skin thickening, wrinkling, stretch marks and scars.
With continued use, Dermafal restores skin's optimum moisture levels and improves elasticity while reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Even freckles & acne scars will lessen as it brings back beautiful skin.

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
The booklet that comes inside the box containing the three different types of capsules


There are three types of Dermafal placenta gelcap- with royal jelly, with squalene and with vitamin A, C &E.  It is easy to differentiate as they have different colours based on their types.
-royal jelly (yellow gelcap)
-squalene (pink gelcap)
-vitamin A, C &E (orange)


Dermafal with placenta oil, qualene&Vitamin E offers excellent moisturising ability and anti aging properties. This superb formula contains restorative as well as regenerative capabilities.  When used daily it helps your skin feel young and revived.
-Restore skin moisturise
-Aids skin lesion and wounds
-Improves skin elasticity

Usage:
-simply snip gelcap and apply on face
-Suitable for day and night use
-For all skin types
Dermafal is Halal Certified.

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
The exterior of the box



DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
look really luxurious and beautiful right?





DERMAFAL
the view from the bottom of the jar

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
side view of the jar


DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
the transparent sticker to avoid someone tampering with what is inside the jar


DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
There is a light scent if you open the jar and sniffed at it

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
each capsule is 1 cm X1.7cm




The bottle is really luxurious but also bulky and heavy.  It is made of glass and thus one can see the beautiful pink colour and the capsules within the bottle.  The words written is stamped and won't come out even if you wash it with soap.  The plastic box is hard and comes with a small booklet about Dermafal and their three other products in English and Mandarin.

It does look like the famous Elizabeth Arden ceramide capsules.  The capsules is soft and easy to use.  There are 60 capsules inside one jar.  The gel capsules is even made to look like the heart shape which most people would adore.

The ingredient are really simple.
 Ingredients: Ovine placenta oil, tocopherol, squalene,water,fragrance

At first, I am really in a dilemma as I had avoided all sort of placenta products but then I was sent this for review.  I came across a few articles that sheep placenta is actually a waste product and there is no harm to the sheeps.  Still, I hope that I don't participate in mass macabre of any animals just to own beautiful skin.  Not to say I am a vegetarian and such but it's just that i will try not to use weird things if I can.  The concentration of placenta is really high.  Squalene is liver oil from sharks.  I am not sure the type of sharks but there are sharks where people eat.  Yes, can even buy them from the market.  Not the same type as shark fins.  I don't know if using placenta is still consider weird with snail cream,Vampire facial and even leeches facial nowadays.

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
the facial oil which doesn't leave a greasy feeling

I only use this serum on my skin at night since good things are suppose to be use at night for it to be more effective.  Morning regime is more suitable for products that moisturise and protect so therefore i decided to use this only at night.  Night regime is to heal "wounded" skin like mine.  If you have extra money or want it to work faster, you can try using it in the morning as moisturiser.  I am only using this after cleanser at night.

The oil is clear transparent and it is just enough for my face and there isn't extra for my neck.  The serum absorb into my skin immediately.  It will be oily at first but then the oil would just disappeared by itself after 1 minutes and there wouldn't be any traces of oil.  It is called facial oil but not the greasy type.  I heard that squalene &vitamin E is more suitable towards those that want to heal their wounds like me =) .  The other two are much oilier than the serum with squalene and vitamin E.

The smell is not that fantastic but bearable.  Just don't expect it to smell like Chloe perfume since it contain high amount of Vitamin E.
The liquid is pretty much transparent and absorb easily into my skin immediately making my skin moist and soft skin.  The moisturise do last until the next morning.  This oil made my skin so moisturise and soft that I can even skip moisturiser the next morning if I am in a hurry.

I have scars and erupting acne as a results of not sleeping properly two weeks and this placenta serum seems to magically help to get rid of the acne scars which normally takes forever to heal.  The effect is much faster compare to just using aloe vera.  I can see obvious effect on my skin the next day itself when I am using this serum!  My face also doesn't flush or turn red that easily too.  I guess it is suitable even for sensitive skin =) .

After few days of using it, I was surprised that my nose is not so oily!  I think it does help in balancing the skin =) .  The other area of my face is well moist =) .  I like how the skin looks when I am using this serum!

Not sure if my freckles gets any lighter.

Okay, I have to been saying everything good about this Dermafal placenta serum and it sound like I was exaggerating to be true right? Well, seeing is believing right?

So, here is the results.

DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E
Click on the photos for better view


DERMAFAL PLACENTA SERUM COMPLEX WITH SQUALENE&VITAMIN E




Dermafal Placenta Serum Complex With Squalene (60 gel capsules) retails at RM119.00
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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ESSENCE, SERUM, LOTION, AMPOULE, EMULSION, GEL, TONER, BOOSTER,CREAM, FLORAL WATER&FINISHER?

the differences between essence, serum, lotion, ampoule, emulsion, gel, toner, booster, cream and floral water


10 years ago, skincare products were much simpler. I only have cleanser, toner and also moisturizer which people called cream. The extra products that I have would be sunblock I guess. Fast forward ten years and we have so many products out there in the market until I can’t even differentiate what is essence, serum , lotion, cream and even booster! One day I was looking at my aunt skincare products and asked her what is the differences between essence and cream but I didn't get the exact answer that I want! Some would just tell me to put it after toner or something. I got confused with so many things to put and I usually use mixture of brands and products.  I was so lost with all these skincare products terms.



So, today I am just going to share the meaning of those products in layman term.  Hopefully, it will be of help to you =).  Here is another newer pictorial form for better understanding.

Okay, let’s start with the most difficult one


1. TONER/MIST/SKIN REFINER/SKIN BALANCER/SOFTENER/LOTION(Japanese toner)
Okay, this is as the name suggested they are actually toner. While products in western countries are known as toner,

Updated on 3/10/2014:  Now there is even western toner written as lotion so do be careful and check the description before using them.


A) Korean name their toner as Mist/toner/ Skin Refiner/ Skin balancer/ Skin hydrator/lotion/skin/water .

For examples,
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 days Miracle Toner
Celimax Noni Moisture Balancing Toner
Pyunkang yul essence toner
Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Unscented Toner
Althea Bare Essentials Primer Water
Swanicoco A.C control care skin toner
By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water
THEFACESHOP Jeju Volcanic Lava Pore Toner
COSRX AHA / BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner
Klairs supple preparation facial toner
Primera Organience Water
COSRX Centella Water Alcohol Free Toner
Laneige Skin Refiner

B) Japanese on the other hand name their toner lotion or softener.
For examples,
Kose Sekkisei lotion
Kiku masamune Japanese Sake Brewing Skin care Lotion(high moist) 
Kiku masamune Japanese Sake Brewing Skin care Lotion 
Shiseido softener

C)Taiwanese just name their toner as toner to lessen the confusion but their products work like Japanese and Korean lotion.

For examples,
Shills Miracle Lift 3d Firming Gel Toner
White Formula Super Moist Light Toner with Hyaluronic Acid

D) Western toner is so much easier to understand. It will always end with the word toner.
 For examples
 Biotherm micro exfoliating purifying toner.
 Dr.Lewinn' Purifying Toner

Low pH toner -you probably heard this from reddit or some blogger about using low pH toner.  It just means using toner that has pH of about 4-5.5 for the purpose of lowering down the pH of your face.  While it is already debunked that pH of your face doesn't matter, using low pH toner is recommended for those that have water above pH7 and for those that use cleanser above pH 6 to 9.
You can check out this post HERE if you need low pH toner.


E) Mist are hydrating toner water that contains cooling properties and hydration.  How fine the mist comes out depend on the nozzle.  It is mostly in bottle.  Koreans or Asian usually carry this to just spray on the face when it is hot or they feel dry without touching face.  It is most use in summer.  It is best to use hydrating mist instead of just plain water.

For examples,
Heimish Bulgarian Rose Water Mist Serum
Melvita Organic Beauty Mist
Always21 Soothing and Refresh Aloe Vera 95% Mist
First Cosmetic Mulbit Medist (vitamin Mist)
The Farm Herb Rejuvenating Facial Toning Mist


Basically, the texture in this categories are watery just like water.  Those hydrating ones can be just sprayed on the face. Most Japanese lotion can be use on compressed mask sheets and used as sheet masks.

Western toners are usually those clarifying one where you will use the cotton pad to swipe across the face.  It can't be use as mask !

Western and Asian toner are not the same although it is usually use after cleaning (There is some certain products that the toner or lotion are used as 3rd products because of adding booster) .

There is a difference between how western and Asian toner are used.  Do not assume that Asian lotion and Western toner are the same.





2. ESSENCE, SERUM, AMPOULE


A) Ampoule contains high concentration of ingredients target for specific purpose. They are more expensive than serum. This is because ampoule contains the lightest texture, penetrate into the skin faster and provide the fastest results within a short time. Normally, hydrating or makeup ampoules are use by the makeup artist for a bridal wedding to make the makeup last long. There are also many types of ampoules and they are generally in form of vial to avoid the highly reactive ingredients get oxidized by the air.

For examples:
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
Skin1004 Madagascar centella asiatica 100 ampoule
Max Clinic Deep and Deeper Meso Change ampoule
Doclab Hyaluronic Acid Face Ampoule
MELVITA NECTAR BRIGHT BRIGHTENING CONCENTRATE
La belle acnex ampoule


B) Serum contain higher concentration of ingredients than essence.  It also target specific skin concern. Therefore they are more expensive than essence. Serums also contain thicker texture than essence. There are many types of serum ranging from anti-aging capsules serum, pore tightening serum and brightening serum.  There are oil based and water based serum.

- Examples of water based serum.  Some has higher water texture in them.
Antipodes Worship Superfruit Antioxidant Serum
C20(OST) Pure vitamin 21.5 advanced serum
clarins multi active skin renewal serum
Klairs rich moisture soothing serum 
Neulii Teatree BHA blemish control serum


- Oil based serum are in oil form for stabilizing properties.  It usually contains very UV ingredients such as Vitamin C or retinol.

Example of oil based serum:
Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop
Seven wonders moroccan argan oil serum


-  There are also serum that is in form of BHA, AHA which is supposed to be treated as 'actives' since they have low pH.
SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
Neulii teatree BHA blemish control serum
Swiss Line Cell Shock Age Intelligence Perfect Skin

-also serum but it is actually peel (need to remove from face after 1min&once a month usage)
So Natural Red Peel Tingle Serum (Korean dupe of the The Ordinary red serum


C) Essence contains concentrate of ingredients for specific purposes. It is the least concentrate among ampoule and serum. Essence are generally watery and light so don't mistake it with toner. Some are called treatment water but it is actually essence.

whitening essence to brighten the face, pore control essence to control the pore and skin repairing essence.

For examples,
Jin Jung Sung Soothing Moisture Skin Essence
Jumiso Snail EX Ultimate Boost Facial Essence
By Wishtrend Quad Active Boosting Essence
Manyo Factory Galactomyces Niacin
Melvita brightening essence
Hansaeng Cosmetics RIN Bi-gyeol Soo Essence
Cremorlab Mineral Treatment Essence ,
SKII facial treatment essence.

-oil based essence such as Shills Mandelic Acid essence .  It contains mandelic acid which is a form of AHA.

- There is All in one Essence from the trending 2018 skincare diet (using only 3-5 products for skincare routine).  It is an essence that covers the step of toner, fermented products, essence and moisturiser.
For example: Hyggee All In One Essence


The level of concentrate ingredients from the highest one would be ampoule > serum> essence .
The level of texture from the lightest one would be essence > ampoule  > serum

You could check this post Here to know if you need essence or serum.

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ESSENCE, SERUM, LOTION, AMPOULE, EMULSION, GEL, TONER, BOOSTER & CREAM?




3. LOTION, CREAM, EMULSION and GEL

A)Korean lotion is actually their light moisturizer. Example COSRX Oil Free Ultra Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)

B)Japanese lotion means it is toner. Example of Japanese lotion would be the Kose Sekkisei Lotion , Kikumasamune sake high moist lotionKiku masamune Japanese Sake Brewing Skin care Lotion

C)Emulsion is a light moisturizer. Mostly people with combination skin or oily skin would choose emulsion because of the lighter texture but still provide the moisture needed. Normally it is water based.

For examples,
Swanicoco A.C emulsion
Kose Sekkisei emulsion
Avène cleanance expert emulsion
Kikumasamune Sake emulsion
Primera Organience Emulsion  
L'occitane Shea Face Soothing Fluid
Snow Fairy Hydro White Emulsion


D) Cream is thicker since it contains more oil inside.  Cream provides more oil for those with dry skin or for usage during winter.  However, snail cream are usually very light.  There are many type of creams for examples whitening, anti-aging, hydrating and for acne. In 2019, there is a new Vegan Korean brand cream.  There is also some that called the gel moisturiser cream.

For examples,
Celimax Noni Energy Repair Cream
 on Youtube
Borntree gold milk steam cream
Eyenlips Black Snail All in One cream
Commleaf Vitarice Moisture Cream
The Vegan Glow Good Night Cream (vegan)
Heimish Bulgarian Rose Satin Cream

Althea Bare Essentials Fixer Cream
Egyptian magic cream
skin shop premium secret snail vital mucin cream,
Mary Cohr light moisturising cream
The Yeon Yowoo Brightening Cream
Elizavecca Aqua Hyaluronic Acid Water Drop Cream

Massage cream- it is cream that people use for massage on the face. Basically, you apply the massage a little on the face, then massage the face until it become transparent. then rinse the face away with it.  It is better for dry skin during winter.

Lafine Massage cream





Gel moisturizers usually contain humectants like silicone or gylerin for oily skin. Gel is also lighter than cream and emulsion. Some like it for the fresh texture.  If you don't mind spending the money, you can use eye gel as face moisturiser.
Examples,

Pyunkang yul Balancing gel
Alive:Lab Multi Ice Cream
COSRX Oil Free Ultra Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Mizon Dist Clean up Protect Cream
Neutrogena Hydra Boost water gel 
Phb Skin Restore Gel Aloe Vera
Swiss Line By Dermalab Aqua Vitale De Puffing Eye Gel .

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ESSENCE, SERUM, LOTION, AMPOULE, EMULSION, GEL, TONER, BOOSTER & CREAM


4.  BOOSTER

Booster is something that is put before the serum/essence to boost the efficiency of the essence/serum.  The texture is generally very light and you will notice that the skincare penetrate into the skin much faster than if you are not using booster. The sequence to use booster for Korean and Western is also different depending on your toner (korean or western toner)

Examples of booster would be Dr. Jart V7 Booster and Dermalogica booster.

5.FLORAL WATER and MIST
Most people would find this confusing whether it is a toner, a booster or a moisturiser.  For me, it is just like the name suggested- water infused with flowers.  One can use this as toner, mist or even moisturiser.  It is really just like water, it can calm the skin and moisturise the skin as it contain glycerine.  However, it is not enough to moisturiser the skin during winter.
TIAM Vita B3 Source Mist Toner
Melvita Narcissus extraordinary water
Melvita Extraordinary water 
Heaven on Earth Lavendar Floral water

6.FINISHER
Okay, In September 2014 there is already the skin finisher which means to be a skincare products which makes the skin looks glow to the point of flawless. It's called a skin finisher because it goes on last (over toner, serums/essence/ and moisturisers) and before your cc cream or foundation. It is used during the day.  It can comes in form or spray or bottle. There are hair finisher but this finisher is for skin and it is already a rave in Korea.  Skin finisher is NOT A PRIMER NOR it is a MAKEUP because the skin finisher seal all the good things about your skincare products into your skin making it super flawless.  According to them, skin finisher is the key to have amazingly dewy skin flawless skin.  Examples of skin finisher would be Sulwhasoo Luminate Essential Finisher, Su:m miracle finisher and many more.


7. PEELING GEL
Peeling gel is actually exfoliator for sensitive skin which is much more gentle than scrubs.  Generally, Korean prefer peeling gel because it helps to exfoliate the skin without the harshness and peeling gel can immediately brighten the skin. Normally, it is use before using a sheet mask for best effect.
Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel
Pyunkang yul peeling gel
UGB peeling gel
Cure Natural Aqua Gel

7. POWDER PRODUCTS
Brands are coming with powder products because of the airport liquid restrictions so there are many products in powder form.  Some are spot treatment and some are cleansers at the moment.

Alivelab Red Spot Lemon Powder
Alivelab Centella Dressing Powder (spot calming treatment)
Ishtar Cleansing Clay powder (gentle cleanser)
By Wishtrend Green Tea and Enzyme Powder Wash (exfoliating cleanser)

That are what I know about the current type of skincare products in the market.  The list is sure going to be long and I will update this from time to time.  There are many texture such as jelly, pudding and more texture coming out in the market every second so I know it is going to be more and more confusing next time.  Even the vocabulary list for skincare products are just going longer.  Do forgive me or correct me if I made any mistake in writing this as I wrote it base on my common experience in skincare .

I hope that it will help you in making choices for your skincare products.





Here are some other links that you might find useful.
5 Reasons that you have acne breakouts (animation video)
10 types of acne treatment for acne prone skin
Sequence of all the products usage
How to effectively use essence, serum and ampoule
Differences about all the skincare cleansers
How to use actives, vitamin C, BHA, AHA and retinol. Do you need wait time? 
What are retinoid (tretinoin, retin A, tazaroc, adapalene and retinol) in Youtube







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