The Foodinista: March 2020

Skin 1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica 100 Ampoule: Review

Saturday, March 28, 2020

SKIN 1004 offers Korean made products that treat issues such as acne, skin hypersensitivity, enlarged pores, and redness. The brand is beloved for their Zombie Pack, which is enriched with albumin and aloe vera, and the Madagascar Centella Asiatica 100 Ampoule containing extracts from Madagascan Centella. The number “one thousand and four” is a homonym for “angel” in the Korean language, which symbolizes the brand’s aim to be your skin’s “guardian angel.

Skin1004’s Madagascar Centella-Asiatica 100 Ampoule is one of those products you never knew you needed before trying it out. This gentle yet potent concentrate is made with Centella Asiatica extracts that contain 30% asiaticoside, 30% Asiatic acid, and 40% madecassic acid for bright, rejuvenated skin. This lightweight ampoule can be used in a couple of ways including being mixed with your favorite cream, saturated in cotton pads as a mask, or even mixed with water to create a mist that you can use throughout the day.

INGREDIENTS:

Centella Asiatica Extract 100% • Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • 1,2 - Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Cellulose Gum

CONTENTS: 1 x Madagascar Centella-Asiatica 100 Ampoule: 100ml

SKIN TYPE: All Skin Types

BENEFITS

Ampoule that brightens, hydrates and rejuvenates the skin
Contains Centella Asiatica extract to nourish and repair the skin
Use on its own, as a mask or mixed into other beauty products for an added boost

SPECIAL INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Asiaticoside - Improves the water-to-oil balance of the skin
Asiactic Acid - Strengthens the skin's barrier and has antioxidant effects for anti-aging
Madecassic Acid - Repairs damaged skin and evens out scar tissue

AN ALL-IN-ONE AMPOULE: One product to help with the replenishment, softening and rejuvenation of the skin.

CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT: Using 100% undamaged, high quality extracts from Centella Asiatica harvested in Madagascar, this serum offers intense hydration and balance sebum levels, reducing acne, dry patches, skin irritation and preventing signs of aging.

MAIN EFFECTS: Soothes blemishes, helps with dark spots / hyperpigmentation, dehydration, reduces excess oil production / acne, prevents loss of firmness and fine lines, making your skin stronger, hydrated and more balanced.

DIFFERENT FROM OTHERS: Thanks to its innovative formulation and its high pure extract concentration, this ampoule sees deep into the skin, and leaves it supple all day long. You will feel the difference from other products that can leave the skin dry after 1 hour.

HOW TO USE
Apply a couple of drops evenly onto the skin and gently tap in for better absorption.

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

I’ve been using this ampoule sporadically for more than 6 months now and I can say that it has been doing a good job in moisturizing and calming my sensitive skin. In fact, I have noticed that the product works remarkably when I’m breaking out or when my skin is irritated. I don’t see much difference when I use it on my good-skin days. So I figure that this is definitely a good ampoule for bad-skin days, especially when I’m breaking out, but not really an essential on good-skin days.

As for the lightening properties, i've noticed that it only evened out my skin tone after 3 months of usage so this will not work if you really want to lighten certain dark marks in an instant.

The Skin 1004 Ampoule seems to do a fantastic job at soothing and repairing my skin and improving its texture. I usually get tiny bumps on my forehead or the chin area during my hormonal acne breakouts and this one really does the job in calming all the angry bumps. I particularly appreciate the Ampoule’s moisturizing properties on my bad-skin days, because I feel that it already gives my skin the moisture it needs, so I can just slap my other skin care essentials all over my face afterwards to seal everything in.

This is a good make up base especially if you already have good skin and just want that extra glow. You won't even have to put moisturizer afterwards. This one will work for all skin types because the consistency is very liquid-y like water so it absorbs fast on the skin and dries quickly.

Rating: 10/10

Will I repurchase?

I honestly don’t know yet because I feel like this 100ml bottle is going to last forever! And I’m also about to try other Centella Asiatica products, so we’ll see. But whether I would recommend it, the answer is YES, I would recommend it to those with acne-prone and/or sensitive skin types. But if you have normal skin, I don’t think you’d appreciate it (or at least not as much as those with acne-prone skin would do) because the effects aren't that noticeable unless you use the product for a long time.

Canada Skin Care

The Ordinary: Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA Review

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

“Clinical formulations with integrity”—that’s what The Ordinary is about. Created to celebrate truth, veracity, and reliability, the beauty company is focused on advanced functional beauty while honestly communicating its products to its consumers. The end goal? Bringing to market effective, well-known technologies at reasonable prices. As part of DECIEM’s brands, The Ordinary is also free of Parabens, Sulphates, Mineral Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Animal Oils, Benzalkonium Chloride, Coal Tar Dyes, Formaldehyde, Mercury, and Oxybenzone and does not test on animals. All you need is to try out one of their bestselling products, extremely affordable and effective skincare products and you’ll realize what makes The Ordinary, extraordinary.

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA contains NMF(Natural Moisturizing Factors), elements that keep the outer layer of the skin protected and well-hydrated. NMF are made up of multiple amino acids, fatty acids, triglycerides, urea, ceramides, phospholipids, glycerin, saccharides, sodium PCA, hyaluronic acid and many other compounds that are naturally present in the skin.

This formula offers non-greasy hydration that acts as a direct topical supplement of impaired NMF components. It contains 11 amino acids, phospholipids, alpha/beta/gamma fatty acids, triglycerides, sterols and sterol esters, glycerin, ceramide precursors, urea, saccharides, sodium PCA and hyaluronic acid. It offers immediate hydration and lasting results with continued use.

CLAIM TO FAME: A surface hydration formula for all skin types

FAST FACTS: Provides a protective barrier against surface hydration loss; contains 11 amino acids, phospholipids, alpha/beta/gamma fatty acids, triglycerides, sterols and sterol esters, glycerin, ceramide precursors, urea, saccharides, sodium PCA, and hyaluronic acid—components found in the skin and collectively referred to as Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF); delivers non-greasy hydration that acts as a direct topical supplement of impaired Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF) components; features a pH level of 6.50-7.00; vegan formula is cruelty-free and doesn’t contain alcohol, oil, silicone, and nut

PERFECT FOR: Immediate hydration with lasting results

SPECIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU GET: (1) Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

NET WEIGHT: 30ml

INGREDIENTS: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glucose, Maltose, Fructose, Trehalose, Sodium PCA, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Allantoin, Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lecithin, Triolein, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Isoceteth-20, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Pentylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin

HOW TO USE

Apply after serums as needed for effective surface hydration. If irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised.

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

My friend got me this moisturizer from Canada. I've heard a lot of good things about this skin care brand so I had high expectations on this product before using it. The packaging is pretty decent and straightforward. Nothing fancy, which I really like. It is very affordable and I got this for only $7.

In general, most of HA products don't really have that much HA in them and this seems to be the same case. I just can't say I recognise any results besides immediate hydration, which doesn't last. I don't appreciate the texture as well. I didn't expect much so i'd go with a different option if given a chance.

I have been using this product for almost a month now and so far, it does what it says so in the description. It is just for surface hydration. I would usually only apply this at night as it could get super sticky when applied during the day. It's always humid in the Philippines so I don't think this will work for oily and oily/combination gals.

My skin feels soft every after application though. It also did not break me out upon using the product for a month. However, it has a thick formula and has poor spreadability so I have to use more product to cover my face. Good enough, nothing amazing.

Rating: 6/10

I'm not entirely sure if the product did a good job in moisturizing my face. It makes my skin feel soft after application but I feel like there's something lacking. The product is a bit tricky to apply. Due to it's paste-like consistency, it feels like you haven't applied enough product yet so I end up putting more than what is needed (which makes my skin a bit oilier than usual).

I have to use oil blotting film two hours post application of this product which is too inconvenient for me who doesn’t really apply make up on a regular basis, and I guess it will be much worse when you put make up on top of it. This might work for dry and dehydrated skin but I won't vouch for this if you have an oily/combination skin. This is one of the products from The Ordinary that I will not repurchase. It's a flop.

Celeteque

Celeteque Facial Moisturizer & Alcohol Free Toner: Review

Friday, March 20, 2020

Celeteque Facial Moisturizer & Alchohol Free Toner

CELETEQUE DERMOSCIENCE is a skin care line that believes beautiful skin starts with healthy skin. With 6 different sub-brands co-developed with dermatologists that cater to specific skin needs: Hydration, Acne Solutions, Sun Care, Brightening, Advanced Anti-Aging, and Hair and Scalp Care—CELETEQUE Dermoscience uses the power of customized regimen in achieving optimum skin enhancement.

Celeteque Hydration Facial Moisturizer ₱150.00 (50ml)

CLAIM TO FAME: A unique hydrogel formulation that provides the skin with optimum hydration without the greasy after-feel and significantly improves skin moisture within 14 days of usage

FAST FACTS: Triple Moisturizing System contains Glycerin, Pro-Vitamin B5, and Aloe Vera to nourish, hydrate, and smoothen skin; works deep down to provide long-lasting relief from skin dryness; seals in moisture with Dimethicone; hydrogel formula won’t leave skin with a greasy feel; hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, clinically proven safe for sensitive skin

PERFECT FOR: Soothing dry skin

SPECIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU GET: (1) Tube Hydration Facial Moisturizer

NET WEIGHT: 100ml

INGREDIENTS: Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hexylene Glycol, Carbomer, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Citric Acid

HOW TO USE

Apply liberal amount on the face. Massage using gentle circular motions. Apply morning and night.

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

The product is a straight forward water-based gel moisturizer that is hypo-allergenic and fragrance free. Its lightweight formula is absorbed easily by the skin although the softening effect is not immediate.

A little goes a long way because of the watery texture -- it goes on lightly and smoothly. It also absorbs quickly without a greasy feeling. I have no trouble wearing it in summer or under my BB cream. This moisturizer is also unscented and has a sticky formula. It spreads easily and definitely a little goes a long way!

I am not a big fan of how it feels during application. It feels really sticky and slimy at the same time (if that makes sense). But you can always wash your hands after application. When washing your hands, you will notice that it will become a little slimy but any hand soap works. It dries off fast and leaves your skin tighter than ever. Be mindful of the amount of product you put because this can be too drying for your skin. Having used this for around 2 months, I can say it is an okay product but not outstanding.

Celeteque Hydration Moisturizer is a basic moisturizer that contains no anti-aging, no exfoliating, and no skin firming compounds. Therefore, if you are looking for a more advanced product, move on from the basic Celeteque line and look for products with anti-aging ingredients like hyaluronic acid, alpha hydroxy acid, coenzyme Q10, and alpha lipoic acid among other things.

This moisturizer, is best left for younger ducklings in search of entry level skin care that won't block their pores and won't break the bank.

Hydration Alcohol-Free Toner ₱129 (125ml)

A skinsoothing toner that wont dry out your skin. Reconditions the skin to prepare it for moisturizing creams for smooth and supple skin.

CLAIM TO FAME: An alcohol-free, fragrance-free toner that gently removes stubborn traces of dirt and reconditions the skin to prepare it for moisturization

FAST FACTS: Removes the last traces of stubborn dirt after cleansing; mild alcohol-free formula conditions and moisturizes skin; formulated with Witch Hazel extract to soothe skin; hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, clinically proven safe for sensitive skin

PERFECT FOR: Gentle yet thorough facial cleansing

SPECIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU GET: (1) bottle Hydration Toner

NET WEIGHT: 125ml

INGREDIENTS: Water, PEG 6, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium PCA, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Masking Agent

HOW TO APPLY

Moisten cotton with toner. Apply to face and neck using gentle upward strokes.

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

I just ran out of toner and have gone searched for the ones that's very gentle for skin yet effective. This product definitely met my expectations. It has a very nice and simple packaging which I really really like, it is also very affordable and helped me get rid of my minor breakouts. I like this one more than the moisturizer.

This is by far one of the cheapest toners that didn't break me out. I also love the fact that it's fragrance free and doesn't contain any alcohol which is really helpful for my sensitive skin. This isn't a toner that works like magic but this is an affordable toner that is simple and keeps your skin hydrated.

This is such a great product for a people like me who wants a cheap yet effective skincare product. This product hydrates your skin to the tee & will give you a dewy look all throughout the day. It has a very faint smell of the witch hazel extract which is a plus for me because i'm a sucker for good scented products.

I will definitely recommend this product most especially to students who wants a budget friendly toner that does the job and for those gals who have sensitive skin and prefers a mild toner without a stinging feeling.

Rating

Facial Moisturizer: 7/10

Alcohol Free Toner: 9/10

Ariul

Ariul Stress Relieving Pureful Cleansing Foam: Review

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Purchased for ₱450 at Seek Space

No more worries about micro dust! Stress Relieving Pureful Cleansing line will remove the skin wastes and return pure and clean skin. 3-Step delicate deep cleansing (Cleansing, moisturizing, calming) cleans deep down to pores with gentle moisturizing calming care. "Purefull Cocktail" in cleansing foam is specially formulated cleansing complex with apple, banana, cabbage, carrot, broccoli, tomato, and oxygenated water. 6 Natural oils are combined to give a refreshing citrus scent. Gentle in nature - by excluding harmful ingredients, both cleansing foam and tissue can be used on sensitive skins. Proven to be effective on removing micro dust within skin pores by independent research organization (Elead Lab)

CLAIM TO FAME

Naturally Scented, Natural Cleansing Formula (No Sulfate)
Pore Cleansing, Micro Dust Removal (Clinically Tested)
Hydrating Nutrients are Added to Prevent Dryness after Cleansing
3 Step Delicate Deep Cleansing - Cleansing, Hydrating, Calming
Double Bubble System - High Density Cleansing Foam Dissolves and Melts Finest Dust and Dead Skin Cells
Skin Purification - Phyto-6 Purefull Complex from Tomato, Broccoli, Banana, Cabbage, Tomato, and Carrot
Skin Calming - Natural Herbal Extracts from Sea Buckthorn Fruit, Camomile, Rosemary, and Camu-Camu
7 Natural Oil for Aromatic Relaxation - Lime, Orange Peel, Lemon, Scotch Pine Leaf, Bergamot, Sunflower Seed, Eucalyptus Leaf
Refreshing, Reviving, Refining, Relaxing
5 FREE Formulation - Sulfate FREE, Mineral Oil FREE, Artificial Color FREE, Artificial Scent FREE, Cruelty FREE

150 mL / 5.07 fl.oz.

THE CLEAN SCREEN

No Parabens
No Mineral Oil
No Artificial Color
No Triethanolamine
No Additives
No Alcohol
No Silicone
No Sulfates

BEST FOR

Oily/Acne
Sensitive

INGREDIENTS

Glycerin • Myristic Acid • Water • Butylene Glycol • Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate • Potassium Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Lauric Acid • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Peg-40 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract • Pinus Thunbergii Leaf Extract • Sansevieria Trifasciata Leaf Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Gergamot) Fruit Oil • Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil • Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil • Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Trisodium Edta • Mineral Water • Oxygen • Phenoxyethanol

HOW TO USE

Wet hands and face
Apply a small amount on hands and rub to create a lather
Gently apply the foam to your face and rub across skin
Rinse with water

PRODUCT REVIEW

Given the number of facial cleansers i've tried in the past that didn't work well enough for me, I told myself "When I find the one I would really make a review for it and recommend it to everyone who's had the same dilemma."

I'm aware that I have Combination Skin (Oily and Sensitive) that's why I am very picky with what I use and put on my face having experienced break outs each time I try a new skin care product. I've already spend thousands in buying different cleansers trying to find the right one for me but I always end up refraining from using them because they don't really work on my skin.

But with Ariul's Stress Relieving Pureful Cleansing Foam, I never experienced any purging or breaking out. It foams up pretty nicely and cleanses without irritating the skin. It isn't harsh at all. It does leave the skin a bit moisturized but you still have to go through all the steps of your skin care as you will still need a moisturizer. It does its job perfectly in keeping my face squeaky-clean and fresh!

It has a citrusy smell which is very relaxing and relieving. Somehow, magically, this cleanser manages to do a deep cleanse of the skin without any surfactants! It's my favorite evening cleanser because of its calming yet squeaky-clean after effect. The 150ml size is also worth the price. I actually got this on sale for only P450 but it's being sold in other shops for P650. This bottle could last up to 6 months!

This is a pretty good product. I would recommend this to people who do not have problematic skin and doesn't have any particular area that he/she would want to focus on.

Rating: 8/10

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Beauty

Muji's Nail Clipper: The Best Nail Clipper

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Keep fingernails neat and clean with the MUJI Nail Clipper.

These Japanese made clippers are said to have the highest quality in the world. Each nail clipper is shaped and adjusted by Japanese craftsmen to create precision blades that make each cut smooth and clean. These are also inspected one by one to make sure that each nail clipper is in excellent form.

To top it off, MUJI Nail Clippers feature a PP case that catches each nail that has been cut for easier cleaning up.

PHILIPPINES PRICE: Small - ₱295; Large - ₱395

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

Muji’s Silver Nail Clippers come in two sizes, small and large. It features a precision blade which gives a clear cut. It treats your nails nicely without burdening them. I tested the small only and found they were adequate for both men’s and women’s fingernails and toenails. I think they’re a good inexpensive option compared with drugstore clippers.

I am impressed by the strength and might of these tiny clippers, especially when traveling. I love bringing this nail clipper with me during travels. The edge is always sharp, they’re easy to clean, and don’t make a mess.

The crispness of the clip is soft on my nails, and the cut is perfect, even without using a lot of force. With all of the nail clippers that I had been using up until now, they all require you to squeeze hard, which can leave the tips of your nails feeling rough and uneven. However, these nail clippers leave tips feeling velvety smooth. Previously, I had always required a nail file after clipping, but with this product, no filing was necessary.

Moreover, these clippers come with an attached cover to prevent your clippings from flying about. They were designed with the customer in mind so that when you are finished, all you have to do is remove the cover and dump the clippings. This is the most impressed I have ever been with a pair of nail clippers!

I decided to do some research into how such a great set of nail clippers was made, and I discovered that all MUJI cosmetic products containing blades (such as their safety scissors and tweezers) are made with blades from Seki City in Gifu Prefecture. Seki is known as the "city of blades". Among other unique features, blades made in Seki are known for having an exceptional cut and being very hard to chip.

The clean and pleasant cut of these clippers is made possible because the blade of each individual pair of clippers is adjusted to the highest standard by skilled craftspeople in Seki.

I really enjoy using these and don't see myself using anything other until these break, hopefully in several years. I would probably buy it again.

If you are having problems with your current nail clippers, why not give this one a try? Muji's Nail Clipper is definitely the best out there! It's affordable and it's durable at the same time.