Review : Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser

Product Description
An innovative jelly cleanser that removes all traces of makeup, excess oil, pollution and any other grime from the day. Free of SLS, fragrance and essential oils, Beste™ No. 9 is totally non-irritating, non-sensitizing and appropriate for every skin type. With a unique blend of mild surfactants and makeup dissolving emollients, this gentle formula rinses away without an ounce of residue, leaving skin clean and soft. Beste™ No. 9 is formulated at an ideal, non-stripping pH level of 5.9.

Key Ingredients :
Virgin Marula Oil : Antioxidant; Hydration
Glycerin : Humectant
Cantaloupe Fruit Extract : Antioxidant

Thanks to Skinx Store for providing Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser in return for an honest review. This is my first foray into the cult brand that has been receiving much rave reviews worldwide.

Their core value :
Drunk Elephant is committed to using only ingredients that either directly benefit the skin’s health or support the integrity and effectiveness of our formulations. We never take into account an ingredient’s synthetic or natural status, but instead choose based on biocompatibility. You won’t find what we call the “Suspicious 6” in our products (Essential Oils, Drying Alcohols, Silicones, Chemical Screens, Fragrance/Dyes and SLS,) making them, in our opinion, appropriate for all skin. We believe that these six ubiquitous ingredients are at the root of almost every skin issue we see. When formulating the products, we focus on pH levels and safety, and always making sure that the active ingredients are at efficacious levels.

Made in USA, Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser is free from essential oils, drying alcohols, silicones, chemical screens, fragrance/dyes and SLS. It is also cruelty-free, gluten-free and vegan.

5 Food-Based Skin Care Trends In 2019

PROBOTICS

Probiotics include various strains of uniquely helpful bacteria that occur naturally on skin and that can be applied via probiotic skincare products. Probiotics work with prebiotics, carbohydrates that serve as a food source so the probiotics can optimally do their job of protecting and nurturing your skin. As the probiotics break down on skin’s surface, they create brilliant new ingredients for skin, such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, and vitamins, as well as increasing the presence of ceramides. This in turn leads to diminished signs of aging, better hydration, and a radiance that’s visible proof of skin’s renewed vitality. ( Source )

A probiotic cream should contain a mix of probiotics, prebiotics (to fuel the probiotics), and lysate ingredients to help reinforce skin’s surface and improve its appearance. Examples of such ingredients include any that begin with Lactobacillus, Bifidabacterium, Vitreoscilla, and various ferments and prebiotic sugars such as xylitol and fructooligosaccharides.

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The Beauty Chef Organic Probiotic Skin Refiner

Review : Kokubo Kuma-non Sheet Dark Circle Eye Mask

Product Description
Easy care just paste it in the anxious place before going to bed. Packed sheet of eyes to soften the eyes around bears and dullness by using patented new material "AiPon".It is safe to use on antibacterial and mildew-proofing since it is stuck on your skin.


Sometime ago, I was shopping online for eye masks when I chanced upon Kokubo Kuma-non Sheet Dark Circle Eye Mask that looked intriguing on Dokodemo and promptly purchased one pack for usage.

Review : Model Co Tan-Tox Coffee Body Scrub

Product Description
The secret to a great tan? It's all in the prep! Send dead skin and dryness packing with this 100% natural body-refining scrub. Composed of pure coffee granules to stimulate blood flow and minimise the appearance of cellulite, stretch marks, scarring and blemishes and infused with sweet almond oil and vitamin E to envelop skin in long-lasting moisture for a soft, silky-smooth feel. Suitable for use on both the face and body.

I have a soft spot for Coffee Body Scrub and I got this 200g Model Co Tan-Tox Coffee Body Scrub pack from Chemist Warehouse Australia last year. It is a 100% natural exfoliating blend of pure Coffee granules and Sweet Almond Oil to exfoliate skin while stimulating the body for a supermodel glow and youthful appearance. The caffeine-powered polishing scrub buffs away dead skin and dry patches and stimulates the blood flow, helping to effectively assist problem areas such as cellulite, stretch marks and skin imperfections.

I decanted the contents into a tub with a spatula so that I can scoop it up easily for usage. Note that coffee scrubs tend to leave the bathroom floor and wall in a mess so do clean it up after every use.

I love the heavenly aroma of coffee in the shower because it just smells so good. I don't drink coffee, unless necessary but I love it for its ability to reduce cellulite when its in a scrub form. The added Vitamin E and Sweet Almond Oil in the formulation helps to deliver long-lasting hydration, leaving skin silky smooth, supple and nourished and ready to bare all!

Needless to say, it left my skin feeling smooth with a lingering coffee scent that goes away after awhile. There is a light layer of moisturising veil on skin, due to the inclusion of oil so there is no drying after-feel. However, unfortunately, I don't see a difference in my dimpled butt or cellulite laden back thighs but hopefully with regular usage, I will see a difference soon.

ModelCo is no longer selling them in stores but you can still get some from Amazon, sold by ModelCo. Quickly grab it before its gone.
Model Co Tan-Tox Coffee Body Scrub
Exfoliating Body Brush for Dry Brushing

Check out other Coffee Scrubs reviews
Katfood Expresso Yourself Coffee Scrub
Handmade Heroes Butt Kickin Deep Detoxing Coffee Scrub
Isvara Coffee Sugar Polish

Review : KOSE Clear Turn White Mask ( Collagen )

Product Description
Contains Marine-derived Collagen, could be easily absorbed by skin, restores firmness of skin and leaves the skin resilient. Nourishes, tightens and whitens the skin simultaneously, leaves the skin translucent and shiny. The mask is soft and comfortable, perfectly fits the face shape and covers eye zone. Mild acidic formula, no coloring and alcohol.

Made in Japan, KOSE Clear Turn White Mask ( Collagen ) has 5 individually packed sheets in a box. Each sheet mask contains 22ml of essence and it just needs 10 minutes to weave its magic to make your skin look better.

I used 2 sheets when I was in Korea and another 3 sheets when I am back to Singapore, battling some roughness on my nose edges, caused by a glycolic mask. The mask comes with eye flaps which I really enjoy having over my eyes after a day of typing on the computer.

The mask is slightly cold which makes it a refreshing masking treat for both skin and eyes. However, the cutting is rather poor. It seems to be meant for those with smaller faces and sharper noses. On my cherubic face shape, the mask cannot even cover all edges of my face well, leaving gaps all around too. It also failed to cover my nose wings. Only the eye flaps cover well.

The mask also dries up pretty fast, so its just apt that the recommended time for usage is just 10 minutes. After a masking session, my skin looked less tired and more rested. Unfortunately, I did not see any brightening effects as claimed but my skin was slightly hydrated than before using the mask.

I am also glad that Kose has taken heed of customers' concerns as they have come up with a newer version with better fitting and higher serum in their masks. Leave a comment, if you have tried their masks!

Where To Purchase : Amazon | Shopee
KOSE Clear Turn White Mask ( Collagen )
KOSE Clear Turn White Mask ( Vitamin C )

KOSE Clear Turn White Mask ( Collagen )