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Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask

Thursday, August 27, 2015

     We love a good highlighter, we can’t live without our favorite moisturizer, and we swoon over every new lipstick color we see. But in the end, here’s what we really want: glowing skin. So, in an effort to give you that natural, radiant lit-from-within light, Leaders outlined their best-selling masks that will surely brighten up your face for that beautiful radiance. 

     In this post, I give a brief introduction on their best selling masks that will make your skin glowing. I will also share my thoughts on one of the variants that I've tried a week ago. My skin is so dull because I lack sleep and I wake up early everyday. My skin is also suffering from rough dry patches brought about the erratic hot and cold weather. I have sensitive skin so I only trust a few brands of face mask in the market today. I was delighted when Leaders cosmetics sent me their new mask variants. A 2-in-1 product: peeling and wash gel for daytime use while the other half is a leave-on mask suited before bedtime. To know more about these promising masks, scroll down please :)
Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask

Double Effect AC-Free (PHP 78.00)

Recommended for sensitive, oily skin prone to breakouts and scarring

     The LEADERS Double Effect AC-Free is a two-in-one product that offers a peeling gel and a sleeping pack. The peeling gel exfoliates dirt and dead skin build up, while the sleeping pack controls excessive sebum, It also controls lightens dark spots and acne scars. Use it 2-3 times a week after cleansing and just watch your skin starts glowing, minus the icky oily shine.
Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Leaders Insolution Double Effect AC Free

Double Effect Lift (PHP 78.00)

Recommended for aging skin

     Want to keep your face firm, smooth and youthful? Pop open the LEADERS Double Effect Lift, a two-step product that has a peeling gel and a sleeping pack. First, use the peeling gel that provides a skin revitalizing effect that that mildly exfoliates, leaving the skin firm. Afterwards, use the sleeping pack and let it sit overnight for effective skin renewal. Use 2-3 times a week.
Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Leaders Insolution Double Effect Lift

Collagen Lifting Skin Renewal Mask (PHP 98.00)

Recommended for aging skin with surfacing wrinkles

     Wrinkles pop-up as early as in ladies' mid-20s. Thus, it's best to use collagen-enriched products. LEADERS Collagen Lifting Skin Renewal Mask is a perfect option to remove surfacing wrinkles and restore the skin's firmness and radiance. It's hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested mask that hydrates, firms, tightens, and smoothens skin.

Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Leaders Insolution Collagen Lifting Skin Renewal Mask

Double Effect Bright (PHP 78.00)

Recommended for dull skin prone to hyperpigmentation

     A glowing complexion means keeping an even skin tone and diminishing dark spots as much as possible. What’s better than waking up with brighter skin than the night before? Try out LEADERS Double Effect Bright, a two-step beauty regimen that cleans and immediately lightens skin for that healthy glow you ever wanted. It comes with a peeling gel plus sleeping pack for instant overnight brightening. Use 2-3 times a week.

Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright
Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Peel and Wash- the texture is a bit runny with barely noticeable beads
Peel and Wash Gel
size: 3 ml

ingredients: Malic Acid and enzymes

Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
Mask and sleep- this mask is gel like and has a thick texture
Mask and Sleep
size: 3 ml

ingredients: Vitamin C derivatives, Phytoncide

price:  78 php (Around $1.50+) for both

place bought: Free
Leaders Festival Mall
K214 Level 2, Festival Supermall, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Lucky Chinatown Mall
2nd Floor Lucky Chinatown Mall, 293 Lachambre St, Binondo, Manila, Metro Manila
Beauty MNL
www.beautymnl.com/brands/leaders-insolution

instructions for use: 
peeling gel- After cleansing, dry your face. Apply the peeling gel with a smooth/massaging motion until the dead skin cells are exfoliated. Then rinse off with luke warm water.
bright sleeping mask- As the final step in your night time skin care regimen, gently apply the sleeping mask to the entire face. Leave on while you sleep.

Product Review: Leaders Insolution Double Effect Bright Mask
those are dead skin cells falling off after scrubbing the peel off mask
What I like:

  • The price- is affordable.
  • The packaging is cute and handy.
  • A little amount of product goes a long way for both peeling gel and night time mask.
  • I can feel tiny beads on the peeling gel but it's very gentle on the face while I'm scrubbing it.
  • The sleep mask has a thick consistency and it's odorless.
  • I like how my face feels squeaky clean after using the peeling gel.
  • The peel gel has a faint scent. It's clean and fresh.
  • I love that the peeling gel instantly brightens my face.
  • I can see dead skin cells on my face falling off while using the peel and wash gel.
  • The sleep mask is thick but easily absorbed by the skin once applied.
  • No icky-sticky feel after the application of sleep mask.
  • The sleep mask made my skin bright upon waking up. 
  • No irritation,  breakouts, or whatsoever.
  • There's an English translation to the Korean text for instructions of use.

What I don't like:

  • Not easily accessible as there are only two branches of Leaders Cosmetics in the Metro.
  • No batch, manufacturing, expiry date printed on the packaging.
  • The list of ingredients are not clear.

Will I repurchase? Yes

Recommendation:
     I give this mask a 4.75/5 rating. I recommend this mask if you want to brighten your face in an instant. You have to use this mask for 2-3 times a week so that you'll see the maximum effect. If you have tight budget and wants to try the wonders of Korean face masks, then this brand is for you. This variant is multipurpose because it already has a peel and wash gel for day and sleeping mask at night. No need to buy a separate product so this one is perfect for students too. 

     A gentle reminder, don't over scrub your face even if this product is gentle. Use the product as instructed. Great news! LEADERS website is now up and running. You may learn more about their different products perfect for your skin. Visit them soon!

For more information, 
visit www.leaders.ph
Like them on Facebook: Leaders Philipppines
Follow them on Twitter: @LeadersPH 

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DISCLAIMER: This product was sent to me by Leaders Cosmetics for a feature and  review. The thoughts expressed here are my honest opinion about the product. What works for me may not work for you or vice versa. 

Product Review: Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel
The product beside its plastic seal
    Another product review from a Korean skin care brand. I purchased this product because of its cute packaging and to have a comparison on my Purederm Dual Wellbeing Peeling Gel. This is my first product from Baviphat. I read somewhere that some of Baviphat's packaging is somewhat the same as Benefit cosmetics.

    So on to the review. This is what Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel claims: 
This peeling gel helps to exfoliate dead skin to prevent acne. Contains Vitamin C that helps whiten and brighten your complexion.
Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel
This is how the Peeling Gel looks like
Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel
size: 6g

price: 64 php (Around $1.50)

place bought: ebay.ph, multiply re-sellers
instruction for use: Before cleansing your face, remove your make up and apply a thin layer of the gel. Gently massage using your fingers in a circular motion to scrub off any dead skin all around your face for 1-2 minutes. rinse off and continue your cleansing routine. Use 2 times per week.
Baviphat Mini Orange Peeling Gel
This is what the white residue " dead skin"  looks like after rubbing the peeling gel on my face
What I like:
  • Comes in a cute orange-shaped container.
  • There's a plastic seal so you know you get it fresh from the manufacturer.
  • Has a light citrusy scent.
  • It brightens my face. 
  • My face feels squeaky clean after use.
What I don't like:
  • Not easily available.
  • A bit pricey compared to Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack that has 2 products in one sachet. 
  • May cause some redness if not massage gently on your face.
  • It gave me a cystic pimple.
  • There's no expiration, batch and manufacturing date printed on the product.
  • There's a written text in Korean and I don't understand what it is.
Will I Repurchase? Maybe No. I will stick to my Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack.

Recommendation: 
     I give this a 3/5 rating. I recommend this product to those who want to try peeling gels in exfoliating their skin. I think my skin is sensitive to one of its ingredients that's why I broke out.
Since this is just a mini size, I think the full size comes in a box or has a product insert where there is written text on product information. 

     Do you use peeling gels?Share your thoughts.


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Product Review: Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack

Monday, October 17, 2011

Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack
       Having a soft and smooth skin in an instant is easy nowadays because of different skin care and makeup products available in the market. This phenomenon is marked by the rise of Korean and Japanese brands in our country. They offer a wide range of effective and affordable beauty and skin care products. Who's not to grab their offer of smooth skin, it's evident that they have good skin to begin with.

     I have been trying and testing several Korean brands when it comes to skin care and cosmetic but only a few suits my skin needs. One of them is facial mask that have many varieties to choose from.  Whether its cream, gel, masks sheet or peeling gels, I'm sure there is an affordable facial mask for everyone.

     So the cheapskate in me become curious in this mask that is always OOS in Watson's Health and Beauty store because this mask is really affordable

Pure Derm Dual-Well Being Mask. 
     This mask is consisting of two different kinds: a nutritious vitamin pack and a peeling gel. This 2 in 1 multi-massage mask deep cleanses the pores and gently exfoliates and refines the skin's surface. Just use the Deep Cleansing Peeling Gel followed by the Nutritious Vitamin Pack that's enriched with Vitamin A,B3, and E that provides essential nourishment to restore soft revitalize skin.
Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack
Left: Nutritious Vitamin pack, Right: Deep Cleansing Peeling Gel
You need to cut along the dotted lines in order split this mask into two.
Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack
Back: The Korean text is written on the Peeling Gel part while the English instruction is in the Nutritious pack.
Peeling Gel
size: 3ml
ingredients: Water, PEG-8, Cellulose, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Betaglucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Multi Fruit Extract, L-Arginine, Carbomer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Fragrance

Nutritious Vitamin Pack
size: 7ml
ingredients: Water, Glycerine, PEG-8, Trehalose, Phyto Collagen, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Carbomer, Phenyl Trimethicone, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Retinyl Palmitate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Fragrance.

price: 39.75 php (Around $1.00) for both

place bought: Selected Watson's Health and Beauty store

instructions for use: Thoroughly cleanse and wet face. Apply Peeling Gel (1) to face and massage evenly. Rinse with warm water after 1 minute. Continuously, open Vitamin Pack (2) and apply to face and massage. Rinse with water after 5~10 minutes.

Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack
This is how the Peeling Gel looks like. It is color white.
Purederm Dual Wellbeing Pack
This is the Nutritious Vitamin Pack looks like. It's beige-y in color and a bit sticky.
What I like:
  • Really cheap compared to other Korean brands.
  • Convenient and easy to use.
  • The price is really cheap for a 2 in 1 mask.
  • This pack can be used twice, once a week in my case.
  • I like how my face feels squeaky clean after using the peeling gel.
  • The nutritious pack smells citrusy which is not overpowering.
  • I love how it made my skin feels soft and smooth.
  • Expiry date is printed on the packaging.
  • There's an English translation to the Korean text for instructions of use.
What I don't like:
  • The packaging for restoring unused product is messy since I use it twice, I need to refrigerate it.
  • The nutritious pack may sting a bit if left more than 10 minutes on face.
Will I repurchase? Yes, this is my HG facial mask. I'm using this for more than a year now.

Recommendation:
          I give this mask a 5/5 rating. I highly recommend this mask to everyone who wants to exfoliate and revitalize their skin at the same time. If you're a cheapskate like me, I'm sure you will really love this product. This an inexpensive yet effective product.

     That's all for now, have a great day ahead!


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