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A’PIEU Madecassoside Fluid-review

Madecassoside fluid derived from nature strengthens skin barrier by providing protective film to the skin. Contains 40mg of madecassoside, and 30% of centella asiatica leaf water.

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  • Centella Asiatica: Rich in amino acids, beta carotene, fatty acids and phytochemicals which in turn provides anti-aging benefits due to its ability to protect the skin from degradation. Also ideal for acne sufferers as it speeds healing, which lessens the possibility of scarring and future blemishes, as well as providing skin soothing properties.
  • Niacinamide: Also known as vitamin B3. Helps to boost collagen production and in turn strengthens the skin’s natural lipid barrier. Over time, may also assist in brightening, anti-aging and reducing the appearance of enlarged pores.
  • Madecassoside: Derived from the Centella Asiatica plant. Has strong anti-inflammatory effects, and stimulates fibroblasts which create collagen, hence strengthening the skin’s structure. Also contributes to anti-aging as it is an effective antioxidant. * Adenosine: Beneficial in combating wrinkles, especially crow’s feet and frown lines. Also aids in smoothening out the texture of the skin.
  • Beta-Glucan: A polysaccharide sugar derived from yeast or oats. Possesses antioxidant properties and also helps to improve the appearance of redness and other signs of skin sensitivity.

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PURITO Sea Buckthorn Vital 70 Cream–review

Purito Sea Buckthorn Vital 70 Cream contains 70% hand-picked sea buckthorn extract, a highly concentrated vitamin tree fruit which contains up to 2,000 mg of Vitamin C (this exceeds the amounts found in lemons or oranges). Sea buckthorn has anti-microbial, antioxidant, tissue regeneration, cytoprotective properties. This cream also consists of orange peel oil, niacinamide and portulaca extract.

The other features of the cream:

* Anti-aging effect due to the presence of vitamin K

* Skin protection due to the presence of vitamin E

* Lifting effect because of vitamin A Continue reading PURITO Sea Buckthorn Vital 70 Cream–review

Wish Formula The Mask With Centella Honey Fermented Serum–review

Contains Centella Asiatica extract, honey ferment extract, beta-glucan, panthenol, allantoin, hyaluronic acid and more natural ferment extract to provide intensive moisturizing, nourishing and soothing effect. It visibly brightens the complexion while also providing superior hydration for that radiant, dewy glow! This is also perfect for soothing sensitive skin because bee honey has natural anti-inflammatory properties that calm the skin.

* Centella Asiatica boost collagens and develop protective skin barrier.

* Premium Bee Honey, rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids calms the skin and is very nourishing on the skin.

Does not contain: Parabens, Synthetic Dyes & Mineral Oils.

My comments: It is a rare occasion to find such a “pure” ingredient list with attractive fermented extracts. The essence is watery and almost scent-less, with a tiny hint of herbal scent. And there is a lot of essence in the packet. The fitting is pretty decent. It felt actually very hydrating and left my skin plump and firm. I used this mask on “bare” face and I did not feel any need to apply any other moisturizer after I removed the mask. I recommend this mask to all people with sensitive skin as it will most probably become your HG mask.

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Purito Centella Green Level Calming toner–review

A new product in Purito centella asiatica line is produced under the motto: KEEP CALM & APPLY CENTELLA TONER.

This toner contains 10% Centella Asiatica extract in a highly-enriched powder form to help improve skin texture and Witch Hazel extract which anti-inflammatory effect helps to calm the skin. Witch Hazel and Centella Asiatica are known for ages for their healing properties in eczema and dermatitis treatment. Nowadays they are also used in cosmetics as anti-aging ingredients. Calming toner acts very delicate. It moisturizes without any irritation. The full list of ingredients you can find here.

My comments: Why, oh why did I order only 10 samples of this toner and use 5 of them the first day I got them? Regarding the experience I already had with the other products from Purito I should have known better than not to order at once the full-sized toner or even a bunch of them. Purito is a trustworthy brand with a natural and ‘honest’ approach to skincare, focusing on safe and pure ingredients. And their products are really effective!

And here are my thoughts about this toner. It has a very pleasant gel-like texture and the most amazing and light scent within the whole Purito centella line. It feels a bit slippery and spreads/pats easily on the skin without any need for rubbing to help it absorb. Once applied, it leaves no sticky residue or heaviness yet it is very moisturizing. This toner is perfect one for “7 skins” method although three layers are already quite enough. This is definitely very suitable for sensitive or problem skin. I liked everything about this toner and the full-sized product is already on its way to me.

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PURITO Defence Barrier pH Cleanser

PURITO Defence Barrier pH Cleanser is a foam-like face cleanser. The product claims to have a formula with a pH level of 5.5, that supposedly must protect even the most sensitive of skins against dryness and irritation. Just to remind you, the comfortable pH levels for a healthy skin is between 4.7 and 5.7. Products like this do not damage the healthy skin barrier. Unfortunately, there are not so many cleansers with low pH levels out there. Because, usually, regular cleansers have acidic pH levels, which varies between 8.5 and 10. You should try the cleanser products with low pH levels if you have:

  • Sensitive skin
  • Dermatitis
  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
  • Couperose (skin with this condition refers to a sensitive one, but Centella Asiatica, as a part of ingredients of the cleanser, helps to ease the symptoms)
  • Rosacea
  • Acne/ any other skin rashes

The full list of ingredients is here.

My comments: I have a very forgiving skin, so I do not care much about pH levels of my cleansers. But for many owners of sensitive and problematic skin, it is very important to know that there is a reliable tool on a market. Due to the of the generosity of some online sellers, I have a lot of PURITO brand testers. Usually I take them with me to all my trips, so that I will have first couples of days pimples-free (the break out begins only on day 3 ?). The cleanser is transparent, with a mild herbal scent and makes a nice foam. There is no need for additional sponges or bottles if you want to use it.

P.S Testers are the greatest of inventions. You can order them to try the product yourself, before investing in a full-size bottle. And it might be that this cleanser will fit you, and you could wash the face with water, and not with the “waterless washing” method.

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NEOGEN Real Fresh Foam

Green tea – It is a light, airy and velvety self-foaming cleanser with the gorgeous green tea leaves that infuse the bottle. The fermented extract of green tea leaves delivers soothing and skin refreshing benefits and also improves complexion (including pores). This foaming cleanser features a natural extract formula, hyaluronic acid and the variety of other nourishing components. This product is for every skin type and it even works great on sensitive skin.

The full formula is free of animal ingredients, parabens, artificial dyes and fragrances, salicylic acid, sulfates, mineral oils, and other potential irritants. The active ingredients include the variety of more than 100 fermented plant and fruit extract, such as sugar cane, papaya, japanese apricot, indian lotus seed, soybean, pomegranate, ginseng root, chrysanthemums and hibiscus, moringa seed oil and argan oil.

There are 4 types cleansers in NEOGEN real fresh foam line. Each of them is suitable for every skin type including sensitive one. Every foam type contains of a huge list of natural and fermented ingredients. You can see real green tea leaves, cranberries, whole grains or blueberries in action as they ferment at the bottom of the cleanser itself. Continue reading NEOGEN Real Fresh Foam

Goodal Green Tangerine Moist Cream

Green Tangerine Moist Cream – is a very refreshing, intense moisturizing lightweight gel-cream with tons of vitamins! The cream provides enormous hydration thanks to green tangerine extract from Jeju Island and green vitamin complex. Mineral-rich Jeju seawater provides deep nutrition to and delivers hydration deep into the skin and prevents moisture loss. The cream is rich with vitamins C and P which are known for boosting collagen production and can help reduce the appearance of spider veins. This cream will keep your skin fresh and healthy with radiant vitality.

My comments: This product can be considered as a hot topic as it is amazing! The lightweight gel-cream is ideal for combination oily or oily skin not because it dries your skin out but because it prevents new sebum formation. It has a light fruity citrus fragrance. The cream comes with a spatula that is individually packed. It’s very rich and you don’t need a big amount to get your skin hydrated. The cream absorbs quite quickly, and leaves no oily traces. This lightest moisturizer provides excellent hydration and this is precisely what the manufacturer claimed. I will keep it for warmer months as now my skin demands more dense and nourishing texture of the cream rather than gel-like (winter and heating are doing their nasty job).


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PURITO Centella Green Level Recovery Cream

This is a new cream from PURITO which contains not only 50% Centella Asiatica extract, but also its derivatives asiatic and madecassic acids. Asiatic acid is an anti-aging compound, that helps to plump up your skin, prevents wrinkles, fine lines and scar tissue forming, it has anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling properties. Madecassic acid helps in the production of collagen and reduces swelling, therefore it will make your skin more supple and firm. Besides, this cream also contains macadamia oil, which prevents water loss from your skin tissues. It is also high in phytosterols, which helps calm and soothe irritated skin. Argan oil is reputed to help reduce wrinkles by restoring the skin’s hydro-lipid layer. It soothes skin ailments such as chickenpox, acne, psoriasis, and dry eczema. Witch hazel extract reduces the look of pores, stops excess oil production and is known as a varicose remedy which lessens leakage from veins and strengthens the blood vessels. Here you can find the full list of ingredients. This is a highly moisturizing cream which soothes the skin and has anti-aging effect. Your skin is naturally glowing after application of the cream!

My comments: It is a lightweight cream with soft light scent. It dries down to a matte finish, really moisturizing the skin. After applying, the skin gets a velvety touch and becomes instantly firm. I think this cream is not moisturizing enough for dry skin or during winter. It’s really nice that the brand makes samples. I liked this cream a lot and will repurchase the full version of it.

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PURITO Centella Green Level All In One Mild Pad

Those pads are for delicate cleansing, soft exfoliation and moisturizing. The surface of the pad has rough and smooth sides. I was convinced to buy those pads because of two things. Firstly, the core ingredient is Centella Asiatica (10%) which is famous for its wide therapeutic and anti-age actions. Secondly, the pad sample containing two pieces of pad inside is a convenient solution for travelling. There is a full-sized version as well with 70 pads in it.

The rich Centella Asiatica extract is not the only active ingredient. Within other ingredients you can find BHA acid to help eliminate dead skin cells, asiatic acid, which has anti-inflammatory properties, helps reducing swelling, stimulates hyaluronic acid and collagen synthesis. It also contains madecassic acid, which increases the production of collagen and elastin, reduces swelling, and allantoin, which is responsible for soft exfoliation. More moisturizing and soothing ingredients can be found with arginin, helping with cellular renewal. Licorice root extract is a great brightening agent. Besides, there is also tea tree leaf oil extract.

The manufacturer suggests to use these pads not only for face, neck and decollete, but also for elbows, lips, eye lids, back, breast and even for heels.

So far, I am liking Purito Centella pads. The scent is not very pronounced, there is no need to either rinse the face off after using the pad or apply toner afterwards. Pads are great not only for cleansing but also for moisturizing. The skin feels smoother, cleaner and refreshed as it should be after exfoliation. And since these pads are so mild and gentle, all skin types can benefit from them, including sensitive type.

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PURITO Centella Green Level Buffet Serum–review

The brand Purito is blessing us with a whole line based on Centella Asiatica (CA).
This is a unique plant regarding its effects on the skin, although it looks like a weed.
In China this plant is called “The fountain of youth”. In Ayurveda CA is called Gotu Kola, “a pharmacy in one herb”. It is found in most tropical and subtropical
countries growing in swampy areas, including parts of East Asia, the north of
Australia and New Guinea. The primary active constituents of CA are saponins (also called triterpenoids), asiatic and madecassic acids, asiaticoside, centelloside, vitamin C, polyacetylene compounds, flavonoids, tannins. Extract of CA is used in
cosmetology for preventing premature aging and for strengthening the weakened veins (as a sign of rosacea). CA speeds up wound healing and assists in the maintenance of connective tissue via increasing collagen synthesis up to 30% in the deep layers of the skin.
Centella Green Level Buffet Serum contains 49% of CA extract, niacinamide, camellia leaf extract, adenosine, ceramide, sodium hyaluronate, etc. The manufacturer claims that all the herbs were picked and sorted by hand. This serum is recommended for all skin types including sensitive ones. Here you can find the full list of ingredients.

My comments: Beauty products with Centella are always a jackpot. This serum is a clear liquid with a really nice plant scent most probably due to the CA flavor (it is the main ingredient after all). Serum adsorbs very fast and makes the skin supple, firm and smooth. I do not expect any miracles from a serum by itself. It does its job silently. But using the whole Purito line with Centella I noticed that my nasty painful hormonal cysts (those ones that cannot be treated with anything) are calming down.
This serum reduces swelling and inflammation, makes the skin smooth and
nourishes it. I honestly like everything about this serum. After using 10 samples I
will definitely purchase full-sized product.

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