July 27, 2014

minicell Tomato Stem Extract REVITAL PEELING GEL 50ml Review

Since I have post inflammatory hyper pigmentations (aka acne scars), exfoliation is a big big must for me. I find that gentle scrubs don't do much for me so I'm always trying out new peeling gels as they are gentle and exfoliate the skin very effectively.

The packaging is simple yet sleek. It's also a great size for traveling. The peeling gel has a soft clean floral scent, which I really like. The gel contains red hogweed root extracts, organic aloe and chamomiles extracts which help sooth sensitive skin and alpine herbs to moisture the skin. These extracts makes the peeling gel standout from others, as minicell has gone that extra step to add extra benefits in the product.

The consistency of the gel is thicker than other gels I have used. The gel doesn't spread much, also once the little dead cell balls form, it dries quite quick so you end up applying more product. You need to make sure that your face and hands are fully dry when you apply it, as the gel does not work when the skin is wet, even if the skin slightly slightly wet.

The peeling gel leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. The skin also looks more radiant as the healthy cell beneath are exposed.

Demo:

I applied the peeling gel to a dry surface, and then gently rub the gel in circular motions.

The dead cells are removed and forms little balls.

Then wash it off with water to remove everything.

Pros:

Great for those with sensitive skin
Nice clean floral scent (however some people may find it overwhelming)
Travel friendly size
Removes dead skin cells effectively
Very gentle - won't irritate the skin
Leaves skin softer and smoother
Hydrates the skin slightly

Cons:

Little product, doesn't last long
Does not spread out well so a generous amount of product is required
Dries fast

Rating: 8/10

Would I recommend it?

Yes, it does job and removes dead cells effectively, leaving the skin soft and smooth. It also slightly hydrates the skin too. It removes more dead cells than other peeling gels I have tried.

Have you tried a peeling gel before?

July 22, 2014

KPop Diet #7: AkMu/Akdong Musician Pre-debut Diet

Written in AkMu's autobiography "Raise Your Voice High!" they went on a diet before their debut. When YG artist go on diets, they do it along side a exercise routine so any weight lose is not just by dieting alone.

The diet is quite standard, it consists of lean meat, vegetables and fruits and to avoid high sodium foods and oily foods.

Lunch: Vegetarian bibimap (rice, eggs and vegetables)

Evening: Chicken breast, vegetables, rice

Foods banned: snacks (bread, crisps, cookies, sweets etc), high sodium foods (ramen, smoked, canned or cured meats or fish etc)

If Soo Hyun wanted to eat other foods, she had to take a photo of it and send it to her dietician and get it approved before she can eat it.

This sounds like a decent diet to me, its not harsh and its healthy so I might give it go~ If I do then I shall post my journey. ^_^ What do you guys think of this diet?

July 15, 2014

Holika Holika One Solution Whitening Ampoule 30ml Review

The Holika Holika One Solution line has 3 different ampoules for different skin needs: Anti-Wrinkle, Clear and Whitening. My skin has been decent these last few months so I purchase the Whitening ampoule instead of the Clear one, so that it could skin out my skin tone and help lighten up my hyper-pigmentation (acne scars).

The Whitening ampoule's function is brightening. It contains "Summer Snow Extract" which is my first time hearing of summer snow, so I tried Googling and researching it but nothing came up. ;_;

The product is in a glass bottle; which is quite heavy, so its not very travel friendly. It has a twist-off lid with a dropper pipette, which is great as it allows you to control the product and enables a easy and hygienic application.

The consistency of the Whitening Ampoule is watery, so it absorbs into the skin quickly and does not leave any residue or film on the skin. The ampoule has a really nice floral scent, which I really like and find that it brightens up my mornings. However the scent is quite strong, so I wouldn't recommend the product to those who don't like parfums or strong scents in their products.

I've used the product everyday for 2 months, applying it after my toner. My skin tone is more even and moisturised, which I like has my skin looks brighter and healthier. My hyper-pigmentation has also lightened slightly, not dramatically but it did help lighten them slightly and speed up the lightening process.