The Face Inc

Actually I'm overwhelmed by the number of products in front of me.

The first question that pops - So, which product should I use first?

Thank goodness for this checklist that guides me along.

And if you realised, there are romanian number on the bottles that briefly tells you sequence.

Cleansing Gel

A clear gel with faint fragrance that lathers well when worked with the palms.

Directions for Use

Wet face and massage gently. Rinse with water.

One of my favourite facial cleanser that cleanses my face thoroughly without drying the skin. Although the cleanser comes in the form of gel it comes to a creamy and smooth lather that made my skin feels fresh and soft after cleansing. Although the product may be a little too pricey for a cleanser, but a little goes a long way.

Active Toner

An alcohol-free toner that contains AHAs for an enhanced cleansing process. Citric and Lactic Acids remove dead skin cells to reduce wrinkles, discolouration and roughness, to reveal a radiant skin. Allantoin increases the extracellular water content of skin to stimulate healthy tissue formation. 

A clear, colourless fluid with a faint fragrance that leaves a cool after-feel.

Directions for Use

Apply product generously with cotton pads. Wipe gently over the entire face and allow to dry. 

Most toners in the market are known for high alcohol concentration that not only leave your skin feeling tight but it also irritate the skin and leave it looking red. Active Toner dries within seconds and it helped to prep my face for moisturising and the best thing - my skin didn't face any irritations as this toner is free from alcohol.

Blemish Essence

A clear essence with that leaves a slightly sticky after-feel which goes away when completely dry. 

Directions for Use

Shake bottle before use. Apply a thin layer evenly over affected areas. 

I did notice that the blackheads around my T-zone area are going away. I do not have to use my pore pack as often. And the best thing is, this product helped to reduce the redness of my 'new' acne scars. For the older scars, I guess it will take a longer time... 

Acne Treatment

A proprietary spot treatment that clears infected pores and dries up blemishes. This provides an overnight relief for inflammation and solitary acne papules.

A clear serum with a characteristic Tea Tree Leaf Oil scent. Leaves a slightly sticky after-feel which goes away when completely dry. 

Directions for Use

Shake bottle before use. Apply a thin layer evenly over affected areas. 

(Un)fortunately, I didn't get to try this product because I didn't have any acne popping out during this period of time. However, when I tried it on my hands, the serum doesn't really leave any sticky feeling. The product feels wonderfully light on my skin. But isn't this a little too pricy for such a small amount.

Price

S$58.00 for 17ml

Anti Oxidant 

Directions 

Use Shake bottle before use. Apply a thin layer evenly over face and neck. 

This is the first time I'm using an anti-oxidant.

The texture is slightly thicker compared to a toner but it got absorbed pretty fast without leaving any sticky or greasy feeling.

Price

S$118.00 for 30ml

UV Defense SPF 50 Tinted

An advanced physical tinted sunscreen for protection of the skin against harmful UV rays, prevention of sunburn and photo-damage. Proprietary blend of Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide delivers broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. Vitamin E acts as an anti-oxidant and moisturising agent. 

Directions for Use

Shake bottle before use. Apply generously over face and neck areas during the day, 15 minutes before sun exposure.

This has got to be my favourite product amongst the range. Barely there, the tinted formula gives a minimal semimatte coverage that helps to even out minor imperfections on the face. But don't expect this to conceal acne or dark spots. And the superthin fluid is so delicate that you wouldn't believe that it actually helps to moisturise the face in the same time. One reason why I would prefer tinted sunscreen is that the tint can counter the prominent white cast and also its good for lazy days where I want to have light makeup. I wouldn't have to slap layers of products.