[ Review ] : Grown Alchemist Strengthening Shampoo 0.2

 

Product Description

Grown Alchemist Strengthening Shampoo 0.2 is an advanced formulation that thoroughly cleanses, while repairing hair weakened by chemical processes, heat styling and environmental exposure, leaving hair looking healthy, hydrated, soft and shiny.

If you have been following me for awhile, you probably know that I have tried a number of products from Grown Alchemist with the Grown Alchemist Hydra Restore Cream Cleanser as my absolute favourite. Not all products work fairly well for me though, so I won't count Grown Alchemist as my favourite brand but I do look forward to trying new products from them, time to time. 

Check out my past reviews on Grown Alchemist Balancing Toner, Grown Alchemist Detox Serum Antioxidant+3 Complex, Grown Alchemist Antioxidant Facial Oil, Grown Alchemist Polishing Facial Exfoliant ( Pink Grapefruit and Glucomannan Extract ), Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser and Grown Alchemist Hydra-Mist+

Hailing from Australia, Grown Alchemist formulates products which represent a new evolution in skincare through the understanding of cellular renewal and nutrient metabolisation,

With a holistic scientific approach, Grown Alchemist is said to identify the mechanisms that regulate the aging process of the body and skin by leveraging the body’s natural capability to slow and in many cases, reverse the aging of the body and in particular, the skin. Read more on their website. 

[ Review ] : Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil EX

 

Product Description

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil EX is a mild cleansing oil that gently removes makeup and impurities with a refreshing texture. 

Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job's Tears) Seed and Tangerine peel Extracts help to effectively remove impurities, while Apricot Kernel Oil removes dead skin cells for clearer and healthier skin foundation.

The oil spreads smoothly to cleanse your makeup and impurities gently and quickly. When it mixes with water, the wash-off ingredients are activated for a refreshing finish.

I have a soft spot for Sulwhasoo and have recently used up Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water and Sulwhasoo Radiance Energy Mask. Being a micellar water fan, I didn't have too much expectations for its cleansing oil but lo and behold, I actually enjoyed Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil EX much more than the Gentle Cleansing Water. 

Please note that while my product is stated as Gentle Cleansing Oil EX, the ingredients were the same as Gentle Cleansing Oil ( without the EX ) so I am not sure why is there a differentiation in the products naming and I am unable to find any information online. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil EX is housed in a 200ml bottle with its signature luxury brown tint colours. A pump is included for convenience as shown above. I actually do think that they can do away with the cap since the pump can be locked to prevent spillage. 

[ Review ] : Ampleur Luxury White W Protect UV+

 

Product Description

With SPF50+ PA++++, Ampleur Luxury White W Protect UV+ protects your skin not only from UV rays but also from blue light and environmental stress such as air pollution, which accelerates skin aging. It also contains beauty-boosting ingredients such as high-penetration Collagen and Squalane. 

Sun protection is key to younger skin! Other than incorporating Foods That Fight UV Damage, it is also important to check if your Medications Cause You To Be Sun Sensitive.

Ampleur Singapore reached out to me some time back to try out their bestselling product, Luxury White W Protect UV+, in return for an honest review. 

Hailing from Japan, Ampleur is a Japanese skincare brand developed by WOVE Clinic, a medical corporation in Tokyo in 2003. It is a leading doctor-developed cosmetic brand based on cutting-edge research of aesthetic dermatology. You can read more about the company and its brand here as well as its range of products on Shopee. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture 

Ampleur Luxury White W Protect UV+ is housed in a 30ml tube with a minimalistic-luxury vibe. It has a heavy floral-chamomile fragrance with a hint of a alcohol scent. White in colour, the texture is lightweight and applies with a subtle cooling sensation. 

[ Review ] : IDS Delicate Cleanser (C2), IDS C-Plus (C+), IDS Dermashield Serum (DS)

 

I received some IDS products from my First Visit To IDS Clinic earlier this year and on my second visit for Facial Treatment At IDS Aesthetics, I had inflammed skin due to the treatment and was prescribed with IDS Delicate Cleanser (C2), IDS Moisturizer and Recovery Serum.

I am not obligated to review the products but I will still like to share my thoughts after using them. You can also check out my reviews on IDS Refreshing Cleanser (C1), Refreshing Toner (T1) and Intensive Moisturizer (IM). 

Do note that the PAO ( period after opening ) for these products is 6 months. 

IDS Delicate Cleanser (C2) is a cleanser mild enough for sensitive skin as it lathers into a soft foam to help remove regular makeup as well as lift away surface dirt, grime and pollutants. It also contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant botanical extracts to help combat redness, environmental stress and soften the skin.

How To Use :

1) Pump twice onto your palm and gently rub hands together to form a soft foam. 

2) Massage onto damp skin, avoiding the eye area before rinsing well. 

Manufactured in Singapore, IDS Delicate Cleanser (C2) comes in a tall and slim 100ml bottle with a pump dispenser. Similar to IDS Refreshing Cleanser (C1), the pump is stiff and unable to depress fully down and initially, I thought it malfunctioned but after experiencing that in the second cleanser, I believe that this is by default. Note that the gel contents can still be dispensed. 

Zahara Queen Nail Polish + Kanebo Coffret D'or Jewelight Nail Color RD-58

 

Queen is a rose gold metallic nail polish shade which is the first rose gold pearlescent satin shade by Zahara. With light-reflecting properties, she brings dimension and a subtle soft glam to your nails. A wonderful and versatile shade that can be worn as a topper over any coloured nail polish or even on its own, providing a layer of glamour and opulence - fit for a Queen.

Made in France, Zahara’s products are vegan, cruelty-free and the formula is also halal-certified. For the uninitiated, Halal nail polishes avoid alcohol in their ingredients or use only Shariah-compliant forms of alcohol, or vegan-friendly ingredients with no traces of animal by-products. Halal certification can also be done by an independent halal certification board.

This was my first foray into Zahara and I am so impressed with the quality and how easy for an amateur like me, to use Queen. Effortless is the one word that can be used to describe the application. 1 to 2 coats are enough for the opacity that I required. It glides on the nails so easily. So smooth and no smudges. Simply love it so much! 

The shade is not that striking and would be great for daily wear, on days when you just want your nails to look alittle more polished. Drying time is fast too!

Zahara’s breathable nail polishes are specially formulated to allow water and oxygen particles to pass through the polish and reach your nails as this helps nails stay hydrated and strong! No more weak, brittle and stained nails!

Adding on, it is non-toxic and 10-free from these common chemicals found in most nail polishes - No formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, xylene, parabens, acetone, TPHP, TBHP and gluten.

Where To Purchase : Shopee

BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, MICA, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, N-BUTYL ALCOHOL, PHOSPHORIC ACID, SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, DIMETHICONE, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, TIN OXIDE, TRIMETHYLPENTANEDIYL DIBENZOATE, SILICA, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, BENZOPHENONE-1, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), IRON OXIDES (CI 77499)

Kanebo Coffret Dor Jewelight Nail Color RD-58 is a lovely pink-red glittery shade which looks lighter than what is shown on the nail polish bottle. The glitters add another dimension to boring solid colours so its pretty versatile as you can also wear it on its own.  

It applies sheer and is easy to use. 

On days when I want my nail colour to look more obvious, I just apply another 2 coats of Coffret Dor Jewelight Nail Color RD-58 on top of Zahara Queen and ta-da! - a sweet vibe!

Where To Purchase : Adambeauty

And of course, with glitters, more time and effort are required to remove them as compared to conventional nail polishes but its still not that bad. 

Its been awhile since I last shared any nail polish posts, as I haven't been wearing them often. Nevertheless, hope you enjoy it. 

Thanks so much for reading! Sign up on my mailing list so that you will not miss a post again!

 

Lets connect : Instagram | Pinterest | Bloglovin