TONY MOLY Berrianne Lotion

I haven't tried any TONY MOLY products so this is going to be my first. I bought this in MALL OF ASIA months ago located in SM DEPARTMENT and just beside TONY MOLY are ETUDE HOUSE and HOLIKA HOLIKA kiosks. *girls, take a hint! * It's like paradise!

TONY MOLY Berrianne Lotion 145ml | Php778

 A nourishing facial moisturizer that contains sweet

and moist French cranberry extract

- This highly nourishing lotion gently enwraps the skin

with hydrating moisture: This lotion provides highly

effective firming and moisturizing effects to the skin,

as it gently adheres to the skin.

- Moisturizing skin care with fresh and sweet cranberries:

It contains fresh French cranberry extract, providing

moisturizing and firming skin care.

- French-chic formula for soothing one's mind: This formula

contains plant-derived ingredients from France, making

skin look rested and refreshed - like the French people

who look relaxed - by providing comfort to the skin.

Directions :

Take an adequate amount of the product, gently

apply to face and neck

The cute packaging caught my eye! I simply got to have it. The bottle itself is simply elegant, feminine and looks expensive.

The cream is water-based making the skin look dewy. It doesn't feel heavy and it absorbs quickly on the skin. It has dainty scent of berries which I love. I always look forward to it everytime I do my night time skin care regimen.

I've been using it for a month and I notice an improvement on my skin. It looks and feels supple, healthy, brighter complexion and glows. I didn't experience any allergies either. I still prefer products that give my skin hydration even for an oily skin myself. I apply this cream not only on my face, but also on my neck, decolletage and the back of my hands.

The bottle doesn't come in a dispenser. I had to tilt the bottle while trying to control how much product I needed in my fingertips. Overtime, I finally got the hang of it.

Just when I thought I had to guess how much product is left, the bottle is, thankfully, semiopaque. All I do is hold the bottle against the light to see if I am almost ran out of the product.

I love the results on my skin. I would definitely repurchase. I have to check out the rest of TONY MOLY's Berrianne skin care line.

Diamond Soap

Whitening soaps are everywhere! I haven't seen this Diamond soap anywhere else but from an online shop ShadzOnline. They call it the "Celebrity Soap" because celebrities use it to achieve that perfect skin. (I wonder who?)

Diamond Soap 160g | Php1270

(I lost the photo of the soap before I used it.)

100% Dermatologist Tested

Can heal or treat any skin problem. It rejuvenates the skin and keep it healthy and radiant. It whitens and refines your skin. It can also lighten and tighten your pores. ALL NATURAL! Can be used by pregnant women/nursing mom. 

Main ingredient: Herbal/Natural Organic

Reminders:

Do NOT scrub the soap directly on the face or body because it is compact. Make bubbles from the palm of your hands with this soap and let it sit for 1-3 minutes, then rinse.

The DIAMOND SOAP promises a whiter and radiant skin with regular use. The soap doesn't come in a box, but simply wrapped in a cling wrap -- without the list of the rest of the ingredients; where it was manufacturered; or, any written expiry date.

This 160g of soap has a strong yet tolerable smell to it, unless your nose is sensitive. It was on sale when I bought it couple of months ago. Since the soap is compact, I didn't know what 'compact' meant, but when I used it while I was taking a shower, I find that it breaks off easily, it is suggested to cut a piece, make a lather and apply to the skin. Wait for 1-2 minutes, then rinse.

I've been using it for 6-7 weeks and I can see my skin gradually lightened. As you can see from above, I still have a chunk of soap left. The soap will look like it is "sweating"  and it still is working fine. Only thing is, the soap focuses only in whitening. The first time I used this soap, I had these small cuts on my lower back because I rubbed the soap directly on my skin. This soap is harsh! (Didn't they just said, make a lather instead!) I also see red spots (acne??) on my legs! Currently, it's all dried up and I am waiting for it to heal... but still, it got me worried!

I use a body wash to moisturize because this soap made my skin a bit dry. I immediately apply a dallop of lotion as soon as I step out of the shower for extra hydration with SPF. :)

I wouldn't wash my face with this soap. Some women did, but I don't feel like it.

It boggles me why the soap didn't have a list of complete ingredients. If anyone has perseverance to achieve that white skin and shell out a few Pesos, it can be a risk, but definitely lightens the skin with regular use.

THE FACE SHOP Konjac Cleansing Sponge

A cleansing sponge has been in my list for a long time. When it comes to skin care, I am always up to try something new such as this one. Here's one secret to achieve that luminous and healthy skin used by many women.

Konjac Sponge ($7)

This cleansing puff made with 100% all natural vegetable fiber konjac contains 10% natural bamboo charcoal removes skin impurities. Made with nothing but 100% top quality food grade Konjac (Konnyaku) plant root. A naturally moisture rich plant fiber which is by nature alkaline, and thus balances the acidity of the skins impurities and oils. This fantastic sponge gently massages the skin and stimulates blood flow and new growth of skin cells, gently exfoliating your skin, leaving your skin clean and refreshed. Great for cleansing pores eliminating blackheads, dirt & oils. Additionally the sponge is great for those for sensitive skin, yet it suitable for all skin types. Each sponge lasts several months.

This is the cleansing sponge or konjac sponge. It is really delicate and spongy (of course) like a moist rice cake! (This makes me hungry.) It was slightly damp when I opened the packaging making me think it's expired. I looked it up online and it says it's perfectly normal. It didn't have any fragrance at all. Its tear-drop shape is a wonderful to exfoliate around the nose and chin. The bamboo charcoal (that's why it is grey in color) is great for oily skin.

I wait as it absorb water for few seconds, and as it doubled its size, I use it to gently exfoliate my face and neck, with or without my favorite facial cleanser. But I prefer to use it alone just to see how well it does the job. This cleansing sponge feels wonderful to the skin. It wasn't abrasive but tough enough to exfoliate. After use, I give it a soft squeeze to drain the excess water and hang dry. Never wring out your konjac sponge. I hate hanging it in the bathroom... so honestly, I let it hang in my room. *smile* Yep, there's a special place for these sponges in my room. Once it gets dry and shriveled, it is all ready once you let it absorb water. My skin feels soft; it gets rid the top layer of the skin (a.k.a. dead skin). Afterwards, I follow it with my favorite cleanser.

I check my skin almost everyday for the results. Unfortunately, my blackheads are still there and it didn't reduced my pore size at all. I had to use a pore strip to remove them every week. The best part of all: that soft and jelly-like feel of this product which makes me excited whenever I wash my face with. Within 2-3 months, this cleansing sponge will start to deteriorate... and needs to be replaced.

It's a great purchase for that gentle exfoliation of the skin. Sensitive skin types will also love this.