Product description: Containing rice sake, peach extract rich in vitamins A and C, and silica powder, this soft essence minimises shine and the appearance of pores.
Key ingredients:
- Silica - skin mattifying
- Titanium Dioxide - UVA and UVB filter
- Chamomile - well known skin soothing ingredient
- Licorice Root Extract - has anti-inflammatory properties and has ability to interrupt the stimulation of an enzyme that activates melanin production, so it's effective for improving dark spots and hyperpigmentation
- Centella Asiatica (also known as Gotu Kola) Extract - an effective anti-photoageing agent, mainly due to enhancement of collagen, which amount in skin decreases with age. Listed in Indian Ayurvedic medicine to combat excessively dry skin. Has anti-inflammatory properties, suitable for sensitive skin.
- Soybean Seed Extract - rich in amino-acids that helps keep skin smooth, aids in wound healing, stimulates elastin and collagen synthesis and increases oxygen in tissues.
- Enantia Chlorantha Bark Exract - it has antibacterial properties and ability to regulate sebum production, prevent acne and shrink pores. Soothes irritations and reduces skin inflammation.
- Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake) - known from high end beauty products, rich in peptides, which help to moisturize the skin, sooth irritation and create a smoother, more youthful looking skin.
- Peach Fruit Extract - it has ability to tightens pores and contains vitamins that nourish, refresh, and brighten the complexion.
- Argan oil - rich in vitamin E, essential fatty acids and antioxidants is used to revitalize and hydrate dull, dry skin and can treat many skin conditions from dry skin and wrinkles to psoriasis, eczema and acne.
- Saw palmetto fruit extract - traditionally used for a variety of male health issues including hair loss, used in skin care for it's soothing properties.
- Sesame seed oil - an excellent moisturiser and emollient with many skin benefits. Contains vitamin E which acts as an antioxidant and can be used as natural sunscreen. Contains antioxidant called sesamol which effectively prevents the appearances of wrinkles and fine lines.
Ingredients analysis [HERE]
The full size product is 45ml glass bottle with pump applicator. I was using sample sachets bought in pack of 8. One sample sachet lasts for approx. 4 uses.
As other peach products from Skin Food (Peach Pore Pact, Peach Green Tea BB, Peach Sake BB) this products has absolutely gorgeous peachy smell - however I can smell something bitter in it as well, just like someone would add some orange peel into it. Still yummy though ^^
Serum has consistency of very light cream. It spreads easily on the skin and we don't need much for the whole face. After application skin feels smooth but a little bit powdery - I suppose that powder touch is the secret of this serum's oil control.
Mentioning oil control - this works pretty good, but in different way that I was expecting. I thought it will help my skin stay matte for longer, bu no - it got shiny after my standard time - 2-3 hours - however the amount of oil was reduced. Normally I have to use two blotting tissues for my face, while with this serum one is enough. I still have to blot at least twice at work, but thanks to the reduced amount of produced oil my make up doesn't melt so easily. Also pores are less visible. Nice!
The only downside of this serum is that it's not very serum-like to be honest, I would rather classify it as a "finishing cream" or primer. It's not moisturising itself and contains silicone, so moisturise the skin before the serum. It works well with Hada Labo Lotion or Snail Ampoule.
Price: the full size version from £7 on e-Bay, I bought set of 8 sample sachets for £3.
Pros:
+ light consistency
+ gorgeous smell
+ reduces sebum production
+ reduces appearance of enlarged pores
+ a little goes a long way
Cons:
- doesn't really moisturise
- the powdery feeling on the face can annoy some people
Overall, this is good product for oily skin, especially for warmer days. If you have an oily skin you must try it! Just remember to use moisturiser before the serum, if you appy it after the serum, moisture simply won't reach the skin because of the silicones.
Wow i read ur mini review on cosdna. I thought its quite obvious this product contains bad the preservatives the butyl paraben. Being a person aware of this since you've run the ingredients details on cosdna i cant believe u would still recommend this. Sorry its a thumbs down for this review
ReplyDeleteI recommended it, because it works for me. I'm not going be worried about a single ingredient if the product works for my skin. But what you are talking about is exactly why I include the ingredients in my reviews and run them through CosDNA - so people like you, who are really worried about ingredients can see and decide for themselves.
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